Forced Into Marriage ✓

Chapter 4

I awakened from a sound sleep. Pushing my hair out of my face, the bedside clock said 7:35 pm. How long have I been sleeping?

I quickly shot out of bed and hurried over to the closet,deciding on what to wear for this business party which I almost forgot about.
After a quick shower I slipped on my simple emerald green chiffon dress,with spaghetti straps. It was backless,with a long slit at the bottom and it hugged my body perfectly. Luckily the dress covered the marks so I would not have to worry about that.

I curled my hair, then combed it out so that it came out wavy instead . After putting on mascara and a little lipstick, I stepped in my open toe gold  sparkly heels and tied the straps.

Grabbing my clutch,I walked down the stairs carefully. Now was really not the time to fall and break a leg or two.
I was almost at the end when my foot missed a step.

Oh no.

I was about to fall when a pair of muscular arms wrapped itself around my waist,stopping me from falling. My eyes peered up to captivating ones. I parted my mouth,holding onto strong biceps.

Theo.

His chest rose and fell noticeably.

Being this close to him,made my heart flutter. He placed his hand on my bare back. A shudder racked my body.
Oh my.

"You need to be more careful." He breathed.
The musk scent of him fogged my brain.

I remained silent,taking in his appearance. He looked taller and handsome in his dark suit.  Also...dangerously seductive.

Theo takes a step back and clears his throat."Are you ready?"

"Yes." I answered, very breathless.

"Alright. Let's go."

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When we arrived at the tall building,I noticed the never ending red carpet rolled out onto the ground for everyone to walk on.

Many pictures were taken as we walked inside. I gasped softly once I felt his arm snaking around my waist. Warmth seeped through my dress from his surprisingly gentle touch, feeling the familiar tingling sensation.
Oh goodness!

"You will stay by my side all night long,do you hear me?" He said firmly with that sinful voice.  I nod as his arm tightened around me.

It was beautiful inside,with lights shining in every window. The decorations and design was very beautiful. There was this huge chandelier that hanged above us which drew my attention. I was expected to see so much people. Everyone seemed very happy, like they were having a very good time.  The hall throbbed with the sound of talking, laughter and wonderful music.

Theo's parents walked over to where we stood.
"Wow,just look at you." Patrick said to me, then whistled. "That colour looks good on you."

"It does?"

"You're gorgeous sweety. Don't you think so Theo?" Sandra glanced at her son.

"If you say so mother."
There's that blunt look again.

She rolled her eyes."Come on dear heart,let's go get us a drink shall we?"

I've met Theo's co-workers, friends and family. He talked to everyone in the hall,moving from one group to another with me at his side all the time. Men made jokes and laughed with him, the other guys just spoke business stuff. As for the women, they flirted with him infront of me. He always seemed to draw their attention so quickly, smiling and flirting back. And I didn't like that.
Not one bit.