Chapter 45 

Avery did not know whether to laugh or cry.

“Relax… I was forced into it. When our family was struggling with money, my stepmother married me off for the engagement gifts and cash. I’m still waiting to get a divorce!”

“What the hell was she thinking?!” Tammy exclaimed. “Why didn’t you tell me sooner? We should go to the police!”

Avery reached out to calm her down, then said, “It’s not as bad as you think. We’re from two completely different worlds, so we should get divorced anytime now.”

Tammy was still not convinced.

“Who is he? Tell me… You husband… Dimn it! I still think this is insane!”

“It is pretty nuts. I’ll tell you who he is after we’re divorced.”

“Absolutely not! You need to tell me right now! I’ll stand up for you!”

Avery knew about Tammy’s bad temper all too well.

If she found out about Elliot, she would definitely go after him.

rocks, and Tammy’s involvement would just add fuel to the

now! I’ll definitely tell you who my husband is after

called him your husband. I bet

She sighed, then said, “As if he would respond to that.

whisked away and forced into marriage by some

think you’ve watched too many soap operas! It’s not like

that senior in your department lost his chance. You know he likes you,

expression on Avery’s face

I’ll talk to him…” Tammy said, then

text message from an unknown

pick you up

was signed “Elliot

this unfamiliar phone number

the bodyguard picking her

said, Avery? There’s a recital

pinch Avery’s cheek.

recital?” Avery asked as she put

big gulp of water. “Four thirty,” Tammy answered. “It’s your favorite piano virtuoso, Ricardo!” Avery lifted her hand and massaged her aching temples, then said,

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