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There was a time in my life when Mom and I were in trouble too, and that’s when my father stepped in. It was the first time I actually met him.
He saved us in a way that only an angel could. It’s not something I’ll ever forget. That’s the crux of why I’m doing what I’m doing and the reason I’m so forgiving of his actions and decisions.
As Nathan and his family aren’t that far down the ladder from the Graysons, marrying into such a family would open doors and fix my father’s problems.
Madison sighs and releases my hands. “Okay, back to plan B.”
“Remind me what that is again.”
“Praying Nathan gets syphilis, and his dick falls off.” Her tone is as casual as if she were talking about buying a new purse.
Despite my mood, I burst out laughing. “Madison, only you could say something like that with such a straight face.”
“I just hope the good Lord sees it fit to bless you. Being afflicted with a terrible STD and dickless is a perfectly good reason to call off a wedding.”
We both start laughing. It feels good until we’re interrupted by a knock on the door.
“Aurora.” It’s Dad, which means my time is officially up.
I glance at Madison, and she straightens.
“Come in,” I call back, biting the inside of my lip to hide my nerves.
Dad walks in and gives us a sparse smile that makes me long for the days when he used to really smile. Those smiles came easily, straight from his heart.
Looking at him makes me sad that those days seem to be gone forever.
“I’ll let you two talk and see you outside.” Madison dips her head and makes her way to the door. Before she leaves, she glances back at me, sympathy returning to her eyes.
Although my heart sinks, I summon strength and stand when Dad moves closer.
The only resemblance I have of him is his eyes. Everything else is my mother’s.
Dad is a giant with a marathon runner build and light brown hair. He still looks good for a man in his late fifties, but grief has aged him immensely.
“You look beautiful.” He touches my cheek and looks me over with pride.
“Thank you.”
“I just wanted to see how you’re doing before you go out there.”
“I’m okay.” We both know that’s a lie and that I’m far from okay.
“I know you’re not fond of marrying Nathan, but I know love will come in time. He’s very fond of you.”
No, Dad, I just happen to be to his liking because I have the right breast size.
I would say that, but there’s no point. He believes Nathan will change after our marriage.
“Conrad and I want you to give this a fair shot.”
Translation:don’t fuck this up.
Conrad and Dad have been friends since they were children. They’ve been business partners for the same time too. If I didn’t have my suspicions about Dad’s business, I would understand the sentiment of having their children get married to each other.
“You don’t have to worry about me.”Another lie.
“Okay. It’s time to go out. Are you ready?”
