Married a Secret Billionaire

“Maybe I just got darker from the sun,” Lena said.

“You must have gone through a lot over there anyway,” Lina said.

Lena smiled. A worry gnawed at her whenever she wasn’t by Lina’s side. She feared that Lina might face mistreatment of some sort, akin to how Lina would fret if Lena got bullied in her absence.

Zuko and Chris exchanged glances, sharing an unspoken understanding. Those two treated them like they were invisible.

Before they could engage in conversation, Zuko and Lina were swarmed and ushered away. Chris couldn’t escape socializing either.

Lena smiled and returned to her quiet corner.

Suddenly, someone handed her a glass of champagne.

Lena looked up and saw Elijah standing before her. He had slightly flushed cheeks and a tipsy smile. Adjusting his tie, he nodded toward the balcony.

Lena followed him.

from the bustling banquet hall. The evening breeze brought a refreshing coolness,

moment of serenity. “Why

without his words. Prolonged

with Kasey? By all accounts, Kasey

a faint

my personal agenda. I wanted those

lucky star. I’ll arrange for you

also hope he follows through on his campaign promises and

taking a generous sip of his wine. “It’s just a facade. Don’t take it to heart!

marriage to

as he locked eyes with

are creatures of emotion. Over time, feelings tend to evolve. I believe that as Mr.

“You and Ms. Patton are

was about to request she drop