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

next morning. Selina sat down for breakfast with Trevon. Their conversation stayed 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 the mortifying moment she inadvertently

look at the caller ID.

in mid-air for a second, but she quickly went back to eating,

haven't you? Alright, catch you later." Trevon ended the call

her mouth with a

Devin caught on quickly. He sidled up and

they finished eating. Trevon whispered to Selina, "I'll be back at four to pick you up,

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

with a "Shh. It was like he could read her mind. "As my wife, you're totally entitled to use my money, he

could casually say "spend as you

he said. "I'll be disappointed if

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

had planned to meet up at Galaxy Mall in Sokovis. Lydia was already there, sipping on a vanilla milkshake, scanning the crowd for Selina. When she spotted her, she waved her over. "Hey, Selina, over

wait, Lydia. Traffic was a

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

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