Reckless Marriage Unyielding Love

Breakfast was both refined and hearty. Mikayla, who was generally not very fussy about her food, did have some dietary preferences, avoiding certain items. Fortunately, it seemed that Carlos had forewarned Dexter about her preferences, as the meal prepared by Dexter was quite to her liking. Whether it was the pangs of hunger influencing her or not, Mikayla found herself eating more than usual.

"Mika, are you finished?" Carlos inquired after she set down her utensils and he himself had wiped his mouth.

"Yeah," Mikayla replied.

"Take a little break for now. We'll head over to the Ludwig mansion later," Carlos suggested.

"We're going to the Ludwig mansion?" Mikayla asked, a hint of surprise in her voice.

"Yes. According to our family's traditions, we need to go there, formally greet them as newlyweds, and stay for one night," Carlos clarified.

"Okay," Mikayla accepted, though internally she acknowledged that meeting the Ludwig family was straightforward enough, but staying overnight was more significant. At the Ludwig mansion, unlike here, she couldn't sleep in a separate room from Carlos. This arrangement could stir up all kinds of speculation. Nevertheless, Mikayla decided not to worry too much; circumstances would unfold as they should, and sharing a room was an eventuality they would face sooner or later.

After their meal, Carlos pointed out to her the built-in wardrobe in the room where she had slept. It was stocked with clothing, shoes, hats, and even accessories, all brand new and carefully selected limited editions for the season, perfectly suited to her taste. This meant Mikayla had no reason to agree to Juliet's recent invitation to go shopping for the new spring collection. Just as she recalled this, Juliet called. "Julie..." Mikayla answered, instinctively moving the phone away from her ear.

"Mikayla, I'm guessing you're up. Hehehe..." Juliet's voice boomed through the phone.

"What's up?" Mikayla queried, her curiosity piqued as she browsed through the wardrobe for something to wear.

Is Carlos

the room. "Juliet, are

Just curious! Is he as wild as those guys in porn movies? Are you walking funny today?" Juliet

hand to her forehead. "Hate to break it to you, but whatever you're thinking

the mark?" Juliet sounded genuinely puzzled, her perception of men shaped by the unrealistic portrayals

between us

Okay? I'm hanging up now

cut the conversation short before Juliet's influence became more pronounced. Despite Juliet's protests not to hang up, Mikayla ended the call and selected her outfit: a white floral dress that ended just above her knees and a matching high-waisted coat. She added a slender platinum necklace, complementing her exposed neckline, and slipped into a pair of red flat shoes for a touch of elegance. She carried a small,

and frames the previous evening, was now clear Mikayla admired the mansion set against a backdrop of lush green lawns, that were both close to nature

precise location of their destination. They soon arrived at the Ludwig mansion, a place she was familiar with from previous visits-once with Carlos and another time with Natasha, during which she had also met

the vehicle first and then courteously opened the door for Mikayla, taking her hand with a warm, intimate gesture. Together, they embodied the picture of a flawless couple, their movements fluid

they approached

they were greeted by Garrett

waiting for their arrival for quite some time. Alongside them stood a line of housekeepers, aligned and ready to welcome them. "Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig!" the housekeepers called out in unison as Mikayla and Carlos neared. The staff always exhibited politeness, but their demeanor was exceptionally respectful today, making Mikayla blush slightly at being addressed as "Mrs. Ludwig." It was the first time she had

Selena asked with a warm, inviting tone. She then led Mikayla to a plush couch, while Carlos seemed to walk off to attend to another

a gentle smile, "I slept well last