Mistaken Marriage, Unexpected Love

Before Marlowe could even complete her sentence, Leland slapped her square in the face.

She gaped at him in shock.

He had never hit her before.

In an instant, tears welled up in her eyes.

“Why did you hit me?”

“Why not? If you can slap yourself in the face, I see no reason why I can’t.”

Furious, Leland continued, “Don’t you dare cry! I got humiliated because of you. You’re such a disgrace to me!”

that I slapped myself?” “You underestimated Isaac, you brat.” Leland then

You promised to help me be with Isaac!” Marlowe sobbed. After

also want you to marry him. It’s great that you Like him, but he doesn’t feel the same way. What’s the point in me introducing you to him if he doesn’t Like you? Did you get anything other than an apology from that woman after you slapped yourself and blamed her for it? Did you get Isaac’s attention? No, you didn’t. You just made a fool out

thought I’d have a better chance of winning his heart once she’s gone,” Marlowe

Leland’s face darkened.

you paid those men to kidnap

I didn’t,” Marlowe

day, she still had not found the perfect time

still won’t admit

Leland realized he had spoiled

she had

it. I’m sending