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.

at your pace. I won’t rush you into anything you’re not

followed quickly after. He was

she murmured, avoiding his gaze—even if he

to unbutton his shirt. "There’s nightwear in the closet. I’ll give you some

hurried to the closet, picking out a silk nightgown before rushing into the

in white silk,

pressing a hand to her racing

across the room. Ruby stood near the

seemed like he had also taken his bath since he was dressed in just t-shirt and

glad someone had helped, at

moment, neither of them spoke. The only sound was

slightly in her direction. "You smell different," he remarked, his

and her sister didn’t usually use the same lotion or body essentials. Her body essentials and other important things had been brought over to the house by Stefan’s mother while they were still at

was going. "I

approval. "I like it," he said and patted the

forward, careful not to show her nerves. As soon as she was close enough, Stefan reached out,

inhaling deeply. "You always smelled sweet," he murmured, "but tonight... you’re intoxicating. You should keep using

But before she could think of anything,

should make this

stopping him before he could lean in any further. "I—I’m on my period," she blurted out and cringed

furrowed slightly. "But you don’t usually

twisted. She hadn’t thought about

changed," she said quickly. "These things

before Stefan exhaled and leaned back

used to be this shy with me," he mused, his tone unreadable though she

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