SWNOVELS Chapter 30
This wasn't the first time he'd held her.
Chapter 30
The last time, she had fainted from the pain. But this time, every sense was hyper-aware. His face was devastatingly handsome and dangerously alluring. It was a constant temptation. Through the thin fabric of his shirt, she could feel the contours of his muscles. They were firm, symmetrical, and S**y. He had a scent on him that was fresh and clean, like a mix of expensive shower gel and a rich masculine musk. It made her head spin, her cheeks flush and her heart race, like a deer caught in the headlights. He carried her into the room and gently placed her on the couch. It took her a few seconds to regain her senses.
“I've already arranged to meet Arnold. He's on his way.” Aurelia said.
“Text him on WhatsApp, and tell him not to bother.” Leopold commanded, like a king issuing a decree.
Leopold held her chin up, a cold smirk playing on his lips, “The marriage may be fake, but the license is real.” She gasped. If her brother hadn't gotten seriously ill and needed money urgently, she would never have agreed to this marriage!
“You said I'm not your wife!” Aurelia said. Leopold stared at her. His deep, icy eyes flickered in the morning light. They were cold, profound, and unpredictable.
"On a personal level, you're not. But legally, you are. So, you must abide by the rules.” Leopold said. Aurelia was stunned. Her mouth was slightly ajar, wanting to say something, but her mind was blank. She couldn't think of a single word. It felt like a heavy chain had suddenly dropped from the sky, shackling her tightly. It took her a while to recover. She swallowed hard. “Marriage laws dictate equality between a man and a woman. You should also abide by the rules and not have other women. Do you want to break off your engagement and call it quits?” Her words carried a subtle, fearless challenge.
A mocking smile appeared on Leopold's face, “There will never be equality between you and me.” 1/2
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Chapter 30
He towered over her, like a mighty god looking down at a mere mortal. His sharp, mocking gaze was like arrows, piercing her spine and leaving her utterly defeated. All her courage vanished without a trace.
He was right. He was a high-born, powerful and rich, while she was ordinary and penniless. They were worlds apart right from the start. How could there be any equality?