The Bride’s Revenge

Chapter 240 Obstacles

Although Cassie’s advice was not entirely baseless, it was not spot on either.

Marion understood her friend’s good intentions, but she had her own

considerations.

While it was true that it was easier for women to pursue men, it might also have its obstacles.

Moreover, considering she initially coerced Lucas into marrying her by using the car accident as leverage, having different sentiments now could make things complicated.

If Lucas found out she had developed feelings for him, would he think less of her?

She did not want him to perceive her that way.

Even if she decided to pursue him, it might be better to wait until their contract ended.

Marion made up her mind to keep her emotions in check.

By the time Mrs. Bailey called her for lunch, Marion was surprised to find she had spent the entire morning doing nothing but thinking about Lucas.

men, they sure could affect

sacrificed her usual nap and spent the afternoon practicing the piano in the music room.

she was on the couch messaging her sore fingers, a scene reminiscent of yesterday.

pouring outside. Marion also could

he walked in.

Marion

raised an eyebrow and asked, “Are your fingers

lifting her head

followed his line of sight to her fingers. That was when she realized she had overexerted herself, and the fingers

way.”

that way; it even

not admit she lost focus because she felt

unbuttoning the top two buttons of his shirt as

“Is that so?”

briefly at him before looking away. She lowered her

she said that, Lucas’s hands appeared before her eyes.

her head.

hands. Let me help you.”

hesitated. “Is that

He reassured her, already grabbing her hand and massaging it in