Substitute Wife For The Blind CEO

Chapter 4: Forever

As the car pulled up in front of the grand estate that was now her home, Ruby’s fingers clutched the fabric of her gown tightly.

The reality of her situation settled in her chest like a heavy weight. She had just married a man who thought she was someone else. A man she barely knew. And now, she was expected to live under the same roof with him as his wife.

She stole a glance at Stefan beside her. Even in the dim light, his sharp features were striking. His strong jaw, slightly furrowed brows, and the way his lips pressed into a firm line made him look even more intimidating. He turned his head slightly in her direction, as if sensing her gaze.

"You’ve been quiet," he said, his voice deep and smooth. "Are you still feeling unwell?"

Ruby forced a small smile. "I’m fine. Just... a little overwhelmed."

"That’s understandable," Stefan said as the driver opened the door for them. "It’s been a long day." .com

A butler welcomed them at the door, and Ruby barely heard his formal greetings as they stepped inside. The house was grand, with high ceilings, marble floors, and an air of elegance that screamed wealth. It felt too big, too unfamiliar.

"Come," Stefan said, reaching out. Instinctively, she hesitated before slipping her hand into his. His fingers closed gently around hers, warm and firm. It was such a small gesture, yet it sent an unexpected flutter through her chest.

The butler led them upstairs to their bedroom—their bedroom. Ruby’s heart pounded as the door closed behind them, leaving them alone.

The room was spacious and tastefully decorated, with a large bed in the center. Her gaze immediately locked onto it, and a nervous lump formed in her throat.

Stefan sighed, walking toward the bed with her help before pausing. "You’re still tense."

She forced herself to speak. "It’s just... a lot to take in."

A small, knowing smile touched Stefan’s lips. "I may be blind, but I can still sense things, Ivy."

Ruby stiffened. The way he said that name, so full of warmth and familiarity, made her stomach twist. She didn’t correct him—she couldn’t.

Stefan continued. "We can take things at your

quickly after. He was being kind. Understanding. Yet,

his gaze—even if

wardrobe with his cane, beginning to unbutton his shirt. "There’s nightwear in the closet. I’ll

a silk nightgown before rushing into the

she dressed up after she had finished bathing, she caught sight of herself in the mirror. Dressed in white silk, hair falling over her shoulders, she looked like a bride.

to her racing heart before stepping back into the

across the room. Ruby stood near the dresser, her hands gripping the fabric of her silk nightgown as she watched Stefan settle onto the

also taken his bath since he was dressed in just t-shirt and sweatpants now.

know who, she was glad someone had helped, at least that would save her from being too

moment, neither of them spoke. The only sound was the faint

ran a hand through his dark hair before turning his head slightly in her direction. "You smell different," he remarked, his voice deep and

the same lotion or body essentials. Her body essentials and other important things had been brought over to the house by Stefan’s

forced a small smile, already anticipating where this conversation was going. "I wanted to try

"I like it," he said and patted the space

only a second before stepping forward, careful not to show her nerves. As soon as

always smelled sweet," he murmured, "but tonight...

mind racing for a way to escape the moment. But before she could think

lips brushed her shoulder. "We should make this night memorable," he whispered, his voice

stopping him before he could lean in any

you don’t usually see your period at this time of

twisted. She

she said quickly. "These things aren’t always

of silence before Stefan exhaled and

be this shy with me," he mused, his tone unreadable though she could see a trace of

course, she wasn’t. Ivy had been with him for