Mystery Bride's Revenge (Selina)

Chapter 36

Chapter 36

Feeling utterly mortified, Selina woke to the realization that she had completely zonked out-so much so that Trevon had to carry her to bed. where she unwittingly used him as her makeshift pillow.

Selina took a moment to steady herself, then said with sincere gratitude, "Err... Thanks,"

"You're my wife. It's cool. Trevon replied.

"But Trevon, you know she tried to say something, but he cut her off, I get it. You're reminding me our deal is just for a year. But just remember, for that year, you're my wife in everyone's eyes, and our agreement is still on your mind, yeah?" Biting her lip, she nodded. "Of course

"Goodnight then. A gentle touch brushed her hair aside as Trevon bid her goodnight with a swift exit.

Even after he left, his scent lingered in the air. Curling up, Selina hugged her knees close, her cheek casually resting on them sideways, her gaze still hazy from sleep. I can't believe I let my guard down like that. Am I starting to trust Trevon to not hurt me? No, this kind of habit is dangerous. I can't let it happen again she reminded herself inside.

Trevon swirled a glass of red wine in his hand as he stood by the floor-to-ceiling windows in his study. The moonlight streamned in, casting a soft glow on the scene. He took a leisurely sip, savoring the moment.

His hand, the one he'd rested under Selina's head earlier, had lost its initial numbness. Now, he could only think about the softness of her hair and the faint scent that clung to his fingertips, making him feel antsy and all over the place. "Selina, what am I going to do with you. he muttered, his deep voice tinged with a helpless note

light, avoiding deep subjects. The atmosphere was different from yesterday-she felt it immediately. Perhaps it was because she had fallen asleep next to him and he'd carried her to bed, or maybe it was

shot a quick look at the caller ID.

but she quickly went back to eating, pretending

by soon, but you guys have been swamped, haven't you? Alright, catch you later." Trevon ended the call and said to Selina, "My dad and stepmom want

dabbed at her mouth with a napkin and replied

a look that spoke volumes, and Devin caught on quickly. He sidled up and

Selina, "I'll be back at

Selina said. Trevon reached into his pocket and brought out a sleek black card, placing it before her. "I got this last night, hoping to give you a surprise, he explained. "But you got swept away by Nord After everything that went down, it's only now I get the chance to

with a "Shh. It was like he could read her mind. "As my

was beginning to see the charm of being with a wealthy man. Having someone who could casually say "spend as you wish had

it," he said. "I'll be disappointed if you don't use it

dinner plans to meet with Trevon's parents that evening. After agreeing on a time, Selina quickly wrapped up the call, hopped into her car, and sped

a vanilla milkshake, scanning the crowd for Selina. When she spotted her, she waved her

Lydia. Traffic was

snag can still get you, right?" Lydia said with a smirk as

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