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Do you hate me for my impairment"Valeria "I don't....I just hate people"Noah Valeria Smith,a visually impaired girl is forced to get into a marriage with the son of her father's friend. She had led a difficult life in the domain of her stepmother and sees her marriage as an escape but unfortunately for her,her husband turns out to be an aggressive man whose rage could burn down a city. Noah Owen could never object to his strict father's decision of him granting him a long time wish of having a grandson who will carry on the family bloodline. Besides his hypersensitiveness to women,Valeria's gentle nature infuriated him more. Due to his anger issues,he tried to stay away from her inorder to not hurt her but he had no choice than to interfere in her live when someone tries to kill her. The question left hanging was who Valeria truly was, for her amiable nature attracted a powerful unknown enemy who wouldn't stop in getting rid of her. Will he be able to help Valeria in fighting her battle while on an abhorrence with her? Will Valeria ever get to see? Will love triumph the doubts and distress?
Noah watched with an expressionless face as Valeria signed the documents with shaking hands while the minister stands beside her to guide her hand to the right place.
If Noah is a man who appreciates beautiful women, he would describe her as wonderfully made, with a full head of thick red hair, rosy lips and perfectly proportioned nose and with the way her body fills out the white gown on her body, she is definitely endowed.
But of course he is not a man who enjoy women's company, he hates people in general, he hardly even likes himself but he despises women even more, for their deceitful ways, and it does not exclude the blind one that just signed a lifetime of being hellbound with him.
"We now pronounce you husband and wife, you may now kiss your bride" the Minister's voice boomed into his thoughts and the hard gaze he laids on him make the minister flinch back as if he'd been slapped.
Noah gives the impaired woman who just become his wife one last look and slithes out of the church without making a sound.
Everyone except his family was surprised by the way he reacted.They know how ruthless he can be and some hadn't even expected him to actually show up for the wedding.
Valeria heard his retreating footsteps and wondered why he had left so suddenly, though she wasn't really ready to fulfill her marital obligation, but this kiss is supposed to seal their wedding vows and she had never heard of a wedding without a kiss which makes hers the first, she was still contemplating this while standing like a fool at the alter with her cheek blushed crisom when she heard the footsteps of another person coming towards her and from the solid sound of it, it's probably male.
"May I?" The person said and placed Valeria right hand on his forearm, so she could hold onto him.
Valeria laids her gloved hand on Lucas forearm as he led her out of the church, she wants to cry and laugh both at the same time,she can't believe this is actually her wedding day, because it feels like she had just escaped one prison only to be led to another.
But she would walk down the aisle and out of this church with her chin held high, she will not give her deceitful stepmother the satisfaction of seeing her cry, because seeing her tears will certainly gladden her heart, but she won't give her that satisfaction as there will be plenty of time for tears later.
"Valeria sweetheart,I hope you will be twice as happy as your were with me" Valeria heard her father's voice and she felt him draw closer to her to give her a light hug.
"Thank you father"She said while faking a smile towards him.
'You wedded me to someone I'm not in love with but then you expect me to have twice the happiness I never got while being with you'.She thought to herself but kept her face cool like she wasn't hurt by his ignorance all the time.
"Oh Valeria dear,I'm so upset I wouldn't be seeing you as much anymore" Valeria heard Alice,her stepmother who pretends she loves her only in front of her father said while hugging her tightly, she feels like smashing her damned face but she won't let herself lose control.
"Have a horrible lifetime of marriage with that monster you just got married to" Alice whispered to Valeria's ear with a bright smile on her face.
Valeria held no expression still.She had learnt to keep a smile on her face even if she's in an unpleasant situation, she has been doing it for a long time, she won't lose it now.
The only person who stood rigid with her arms crossed was Julia, her stepsister who hesitated in hugging her. Julia came close enough to give her a light hug.
"I will be okay Julia" Valeria whispered to Julia who looks questioningly at Valeria but knew she couldn't see her expression, so she held both Valeria's hand and squeezed reassuringly.
"Who said I was worried"Julia scoffed and that made Valeria smile, the first genuine smile she has had since she woke up today, because Julia had always try to not show any sign of pity for her but deep down,Valeria knew she was the only one in her family who truly cared.
"Are you gonna start crying on me?" the man leading her out of the church said with a gentle voice "If it's about Mr Owen leaving you behind, you need not feel bad about it, he is like that to everyone"
"Who are you?, And why are you talking informally to me?" Valeria inquired with a shaky voice as the man in question guided her towards the car which Noah was in.
"Sorry for not formally introducing myself,my name is Lucas Anderson and I happen to be your husband's personal assistant, and as of right now,I also become your personal assistant"Lucas said with a warm smile, even though he knew she couldn't see it but at least he hoped she will feel that he's not her enemy.
He guided her into the backseat of the car and Valeria's body tensed up instantly, her husband is probably the one sitting next to where she sat.Her body becomes stiff and her breaths starts coming fast,not because of the person's presence but because she is sitting inside a car, she can feel the space closing in on her and her palm started sweating.
But since she did not want her brand new husband to think her weak and stupid, she reigned in her discomfort and managed a calm and serene look, even though she was dying to get out of the car.
She heard the car starts and her subconscious made her hold on to her wedding gown tightly like her life depended on it and despite the calm look on her face, her whole body trembles in fear.
On the day of their wedding anniversary, Joshua's mistress drugged Alicia, and she ended up in a stranger's bed. In one night, Alicia lost her innocence, while Joshua's mistress carried his child in her womb. Heartbroken and humiliated, Alicia demanded a divorce, but Joshua saw it as yet another tantrum. When they finally parted ways, she went on to become a renowned artist, sought out and admired by everyone. Consumed by regret, Joshua darkened her doorstep in hopes of reconciliation, only to find her in the arms of a powerful tycoon. "Say hello to your sister-in-law."
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. Whatās worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldnāt thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesnāt seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that heās different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?
Natalie used to think she could melt Connorās icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scaleāall in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
Rena got into an entanglement with a big shot when she was drunk one night. She needed Waylen's help while he was drawn to her youthful beauty. As such, what was supposed to be a one-night stand progressed into something serious. All was well until Rena discovered that Waylen's heart belonged to another woman. When his first love returned, he stopped coming home, leaving Rena all alone for many nights. She put up with it until she received a check and farewell note one day. Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life." But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!" "Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line." The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring. Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you."
Two years ago, Ricky found himself coerced into marrying Emma to protect the woman he cherished. From Ricky's perspective, Emma was despicable, resorting to underhanded schemes to ensure their marriage. He maintained a distant and cold attitude toward her, reserving his warmth for another. Yet, Emma remained wholeheartedly dedicated to Ricky for more than ten years. As she grew weary and considered relinquishing her efforts, Ricky was seized by a sudden fear. Only when Emma's life teetered on the edge, pregnant with Ricky's child, did he recognize-the love of his life had always been Emma.
On her wedding day, Khloeās sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didnāt commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrikās cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.