CIARA
After a few minutes I stop crying and I wash my face before running a hand through my hair and walking out of the washroom.
As soon as I enter the living room all eyes turn to me.My cheeks turn red and I clear my throat before sitting down on the couch beside Sophie.I hate attention,it makes me feel so nervous and insecure.
Sophie suddenly pulls me into a hug and squeals."Congratulations future sister in law!I am so excited for your wedding!"She kisses my cheek and I frown.
Why the hell is she so happy?We have only known each other for like two hours now and we haven't even talked that much.
"Well before we discuss about their wedding plans let's go out and let Ciara and Brody talk"Mrs.Edwards suggests.My eyes widen as all of them agree and walk out of the room leaving the two of us alone.
A few minutes after the awkward silence Brody stands up from the couch and walks up to me.
"You are such a desperate slut Ciara.Girls like you fall down at my feet everyday"He says,jabbing his index finger in my chest."But that doesn't mean that you are going to marry me and ruin my life".
"I..I don't ha-"He cuts me off."I don't care what you have to do to cancel this wedding but you have to do something to cancel it because there is no way in hell that I am going to marry someone like you".
His cold eyes were glaring at me making me look down at my lap.What the hell am I going to do now?We both don't want to get married to each other and there is no way in hell that I can do anything to stop the wedding.
"I am sorry but I can't do anything to stop the wedding Brody"I say quietly."You bitch!You ha-"He is cut off by the door opening.The Rosewood's and the Edwards pile back into the room.
"I hope you guys got to know each other a little"Mrs.Rosewood smiles."Uh yeah a l..little"I smile slightly but as soon as I look at Brody it dissappears.
He was looking at me with so much hatred that it reminded me of why I always felt unloved and worthless.I have always wondered why nobody has ever loved me but never got the answer.
"Well mum I don't care if I have to skip school to help Ciara with the wedding but I will help her no matter what"Georgia grins giving my hand a squeeze.
Mrs.Rosewood laughs."Alright honey.Afterall we need to work a lot since the wedding is next month"My eyes widen.
"Next month?How are we going to plan everything so soon?"I ask."Oh we have got it all covered love.You don't have to worry about anything"Mrs.Edwards says and I nod.
How am I going to cancel the wedding so soon?And why are they in such a hurry?
"We will go for the dress shopping day after tomorrow then!"Cassandra says earning cheers from the girls."We will be going on the same day then"Mr.Edwards shrugs earning the cheers from the guys minus Brody.
"Zoe and Sophie are Ciara's bridesmaids and Georgia you are her maid of honour and George you are Brody's best man"Mr.Rosewood informs the three of them.Who the hell is Zoe?And why will she be my bridesmaid?
And does it by any chance look like my wedding?I can't even choose my own bridesmaids.
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After an hour of the Edwards and Rosewood's discussing our wedding amd Brody and I sitting on different couches silently the Wilson's finally left.
After a few minutes of them leaving I walked out the door of the Rosewood's mansion because I didn't have the energy to fight with them.
As I walk into my room I throw my purse on the bed and plop face down on it.I sigh and close my eyes.Its been such a fucking long day.I can't believe what happened today.
I never thought that I would not be excited for my own wedding.I had been dreaming about my wedding for so long.Why did people in this world had to be so cruel?Why couldn't Mr. And Mrs. Rosewood consider my feelings?Why are they being so selfish despite being so rich?
All the drama that happened today made me tired so while I was still thinking about why the Rosewood's chose me to marry Brody,I felt my eyes getting heavy and within minutes I was out like a light.
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I wake up to my phone ringing.I groan and pick it up without seeing the caller ID.
"Hello?"
"Hey Ci!"Georgia chirps.Why is she so cheery at-I glance at my nightstand-8:27 AM in the morning?"What are you doing?"
"Uh I just woke up"I tell her pulling Jordan to my chest.Well for those who don't know,Jordan is my teddy bear.
And before you judge me,a twenty three year old woman with a pink coloured teddy bear named Jordan let me tell you why I have it.
It's because he is my best friend.He never makes fun of me and always listens to me.I also never had anyone who I could've cuddled with and Jordan is the only one who is there for me when no one else is and that's why I love him so much.
"Well get ready then.I am coming over at your place with Sophie so that she can get to know her future sister in law".
"Wh-WAIT!I HAVE WORK TODAY!"I yell into the speaker."I know but you are forgetting who your boss is"She tells me.I frown."What is that suppose to mean?"I ask.
"Well dummy my mum's your boss so I told her about our plan and she agreed to give you an off today"She says and I sigh.
"Can't you guys come a bit late?"I ask,wanting to sleep a little on my rare day off.
"Nope!We are coming in 20.Get your lazy ass out of the bed and go take a shower"She laughs ending the call.
What the hell is wrong with those two?Who the fuck goes to someone's place at 9 in the morning to get to know them?Well,apparently them.I just wanted to sleep for another hour or so.
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As soon as I walk out of my room the bell rings.I look at the silver coloured watch on my wrist and roll my eyes.It's exact 9 AM.They must be really excited to get to know me.
I open the door to see Georgia,Sophie and Brody sta-WAIT WHAT?!What is Brody doing here?Why wasn't I informed that he was going to be here too?
"H..hey guys!"I say and open the door wider to let them in."I am sorry this house is pretty small compared to your mansions"I say as I see Brody cringing while he looks around the house.
I mean I can't blame the guy.He lives in a mansion while I don't even have enough space to walk around and my place doesn't even have real furniture.
"Would you guys like a glass of water?"I ask and Sophie nods."I will have a glass of cold water please"Georgia grins."What about you Brody?"I ask after a minute of silence.
"Beer"He answers."Um I..I don't have beer"I say nervously,tucking a piece of hair behind my ear."Dr.Peppers?"I shake my head."Cola?"."N..no I only have water"I say looking down at the floor.
"What the fuck?I don't need anything from you,you poor ass woman"He says irritatedly.My eyes start to water as I walk up to the kitchen,ashamed of myself.
As I start to walk out to the living room with water for the girls I stop when I hear Brody say my name.I know that eves dropping is bad but I just couldn't help myself.
"What the fuck Sophie?How do mom and dad expect me to marry this disgusting girl?She doesn't even have a proper place to live.It's clear that she is marrying me for my money"Brody tells his sister.
A tear falls down my cheek but I quickly wipe it away.I know that whatever he said is true and I wouldn't even want to marry myself but hearing these words from someone else hurts a lot more than I thought.
Making sure that my tears were dried,I walk into the living room.
As soon as I bend down to put Sophie's glass on the table Brody stands up."I am leaving Soph.Give me a call when you are done"He says before walking out of my place,without giving anyone a spare glance.
"Leave it to him to ruin the mood"Sophie mutters,rolling her eyes.
"Well come here Ciara!"Sophie smiles,patting the empty spot next to her."Let's get to know each other".
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The Arranged Marriage
RomanceWhat happens when you get to know that you are getting married to a person you haven't ever met and You don't even have a say in it? That's what happens with Brody and Ciara. Join them on their experience of The Arranged Marriage.
