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.

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

In truth, she understood even without his words. Prolonged pretense

he never contemplated a happily-ever-after with Kasey? By all accounts, Kasey was an excellent wife and

a faint smile, “This time… thank

“I had my personal agenda. I

calling you his lucky star. I’ll arrange

However, I also hope he follows through on his campaign promises and takes responsibility

“It’s just a facade. Don’t take it to heart! These things are

your marriage

abruptly changed as he locked

what they need. People are creatures of emotion. Over time, feelings tend to evolve. I believe

Lena turned to him. “You and Ms.

was about to request she drop the topic, but he sensed someone