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 used him as a pillow. Whatever it was, she knew it would take a little bit to shake the awkwardness that

then, Trevon's phone vibrated. He shot a quick look at the caller ID. His expression tensed up before he picked

second, but she quickly

haven't you? Alright, catch you later." Trevon ended the call and said to Selina, "My dad and stepmom want to meet you. He wants us to come over

dabbed at her mouth with

spoke volumes, and Devin caught on quickly. He sidled up and murmured something in Trevon's

be back

her. "I got this last night, hoping to give you a surprise, he explained.

was like he could read her mind. "As my wife, you're

being with a wealthy man. Having someone who could casually say "spend as you wish had its

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

their chat, Selina mentioned her 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

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

Lydia. Traffic was a beast,

can still get you, right?" Lydia said with

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