AARUSHI's POV:
Panic grips my heart as the villagers close in, insisting that I am now bound to a life I never chose. Their faces, painted with fervor, become a blur as I try to gather my thoughts. "No, I can't marry him," I protest, my voice trembling. I glance around for support, feeling the isolation of the moment. Just as despair threatens to consume me, I catch a glimpse of Him.
REYANSH's POV:
I see the fear in her eyes, and it ignites a protective instinct within me. I can't let her face this alone. "She's already married," I declare, surprising her. The crowd murmurs, doubt clouding their faces. But I press on, "To me." The weight of my words hangs heavy in the air. I feel the pressure of their scrutiny, but I know I must stand firm for her sake. This isn't just about tradition; it's about saving her from a life she does not want.
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AARUSHI's POV:
I'm torn between gratitude, disbelief and grief. How did I find myself in this situation? His calm demeanor eases my anxiety, yet I can't shake the fear of what lies ahead. This isn't just a farce; it feels so real, and my heart races at the thought of becoming someone's wife, even if it's just for the moment.
REYANSH's POV:
I glance at her, seeing the flicker of hope amidst the confusion. I vow to protect her, no matter the outcome of this ceremony. What started as a chaotic twist of fate could turn into something beautiful. For the first time, I find myself wanting. Wanting a women, just to myself.
BOTH's POV:
Perhaps this union could be a new beginning, a chance for us to explore what lies beyond these unforeseen circumstances.
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NO CHEATING
HEA
GRUMPY x SUNSHINE
COLD x CALM
AGILE x CLUMSY
ARRANGED MARRIAGE
LOVE AFTER MARRIAGE
ROMANCE.
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As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
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Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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