She Flash-Married To His Rival by Harber Venus

Chapter 46

“Argue?” Barclay said.

Moira corrected herself and said, “No, that’s not it. I mean, let me explain.”

“Alright, go ahead and defend yourself” Barclay said.

Moira felt awkward,

No one spoke, the atmosphere was incredibly eerie

Moira bit her lip and said, “My friend tends to talk nonsense. Please don’t take her words to heart. She just likes to fantasize.”

Perhaps feeling embarrassed enough for the night, Moira regained some composure. “I know why you agreed to my ‘marriage‘ request. You also need a wife, right?”

Moira finished, cautiously watching Barclay and fearing his denial.

Barclay raised his head slightly, indicating for her to continue.

Moira continued, “I happen to need a ‘husband as well. Like tonight, you’re quite useful”

Suddenly, Barclay lifted his gaze, looking at her, his tone slow with a hint of casual indillerence. “Useful?”

continuing earnestly, “As for this marriage, we both know what it is. Rest assured, I have no intention of overstepping any boundaries with you. When you no longer need me,

Moira carefully chose her words and said, “We can pretend to be affectionate in public, but in private, we don’t have to go to that extent. I’ve said my piece, what do you

silent, tightly gripping her

upon first contact, Moira knew, as did the

the smile on his face visibly faded. Her heart sank, and she wondered if she had

in the room. Moira lowered her

very

Moira was confused.

feel like you were talking to an

aback. “It’s

“No need,” Barclay answered,

her, his

“Alright”

late, good night, Barclay said, rising from his

wondered if Barclay was

Chapter 46

his shoes, she would be angry too after being used

not say anything further. She glanced at the closed door, making sure that Barclay had left, and

handle things better after a good night’s rest,

Alfie, things wouldn’t have escalated to

Moira’s disgust