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.

was vast and tranquil, a world apart from the bustling banquet hall. The evening breeze brought a

rare moment of serenity. “Why aren’t you inside, mingling with

reluctant to answer. In truth, she understood even without his

a happily-ever-after with Kasey? By all accounts, Kasey was an excellent

faint smile, “This time…

casually. “I had my personal agenda. I wanted those

to you. He keeps calling you his lucky

I also hope he follows through

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

marriage to

changed as

if it’s a charade and mutually advantageous, both parties obtain what they need. People are creatures of emotion. Over time, feelings tend to evolve. I believe that as Mr. Patton spends more time with those children, he will genuinely care

him. “You and Ms. Patton are

about to request she drop the topic, but he