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In \u201cWhen Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen,\u201d the story unfolds around Matthew, who is caught in a tumultuous situation involving his sister Mia and Adriana, a girl from his past. After Curtis, a character with a complicated relationship with Adriana, is implicated in a bullying incident, Mia is taken in by the police, leaving Matthew feeling the weight of two conflicting loyalties. His relatives pressure him to resolve the situation quickly, but he is reluctant to make things worse for Adriana, illustrating his internal struggle and sense of entrapment.<\/p>\n
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Matthew\u2019s emotional turmoil escalates when he expresses to Darren that he no longer wants to marry Natasha, a woman he had been infatuated with for years. This sudden shift in his feelings surprises Darren and highlights Matthew\u2019s deep-seated jealousy over Adriana\u2019s relationship with Curtis. Despite the group\u2019s attempts to lighten the mood with jokes about married women, Matthew\u2019s irritation signals his unresolved feelings and frustration, particularly with the idea of losing Adriana to someone else.<\/p>\n
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Meanwhile, Adriana returns home to find an overwhelming display of gifts from Curtis, which causes her a mix of confusion and excitement. While she appreciates the lavish presents, she grapples with the reality of her contractual relationship with him, feeling like a mere ornament rather than a partner. Curtis\u2019s assertion that she represents him publicly reinforces her internal conflict about their relationship and her own self-worth.<\/p>\n
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As Adriana navigates her feelings about Curtis and his affection, she is haunted by the knowledge that his heart belongs to another woman, further deepening her sense of insecurity. The arrival of Danielle at her door adds another layer of uncertainty, leaving readers to ponder the complexities of love, jealousy, and the sacrifices made in the name of status and obligation. Adriana\u2019s hollow feeling amidst the luxury she receives encapsulates the emotional void that wealth and status cannot fill, setting the stage for potential conflict and growth in her character.<\/p>\n
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\u201cCurtis reported the bullying incident from four years ago to the police on Adriana\u2019s behalf. Now the cops have taken Mia in.\u201d Matthew pressed his fingers to his temples, stress pounding behind his eyes.\u00a0<\/p>\n
His relatives were all breathing down his neck, demanding he sort it out immediately and get Mia released.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But he didn\u2019t want to make things harder for Adriana either.\u00a0<\/p>\n
On one hand, there was Adriana; on the other, his own sister.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Matthew felt trapped between two impossible choices.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIf Adriana refuses to drop it and Curtis is involved, getting Mia out won\u2019t be easy,\u201d Darren muttered. \u201cTell you what\u2013Curtis is flying back to Haldoria in a few days. I\u2019ll plan a casual meetup, let everyone\u00a0<\/p>\n
talk this out. No need to wreck friendships over a girl, right?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Matthew stayed quiet for a long moment before saying, \u201cDarren, I think I\u2019m losing my mind \u2026 I don\u2019t want to marry Natasha anymore.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Outside the private suite, Natasha froze with her hand on the doorknob, her whole body rigid, breath catching in her throat.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had just said he didn\u2019t want to marry her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Darren gawked at the man. \u201cYou? The guy who\u2019s been hung up on Natasha for years? You\u2019re giving up now? After waiting this long?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Just like that, his feelings were gone?\u00a0<\/p>\n
Matthew massaged his forehead, his headache worsening. \u201cI really think I\u2019m losing it \u2026\u00a0<\/p>\n
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He hadn\u2019t been himself since learning Adriana was marrying Curtis.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWait. You\u2019re jealous because she married Curtis? You said yourself he\u2019s just using her. They\u2019ll split eventually\u2026\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even Darren felt ridiculous saying it. \u201cCome on, man. Don\u2019t tell me you\u2019re chasing married women now. Anyone who gets hitched, you fall for? What are you, collecting rings?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The group burst into laughter.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\u201cHey, married women have their charms,\u201d someone quipped.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cShut it.\u201d Matthew snapped, irritation flashing across his face.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The laughter died instantly; no one dared to push further.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Outside, Natasha quietly turned away.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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She wasn\u2019t giving up just because of that. She had to marry him soon, before Adriana could come between them again.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had seriously underestimated Adriana.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Clarke Residence.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When Adriana arrived home, the living room was overflowing with boxes and ribbons.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cMrs. Lincoln, all of these were handpicked by Mr. Lincoln,\u201d Eva said with a grin. \u201cHe really dotes on you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She blinked in confusion. Why was Curtis sending her things again?\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIf there\u2019s anything you don\u2019t want, I can return it. But if you like them, I\u2019ll organize everything in your closet and jewelry cases.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Adriana stepped closer, stunned at the mountain of designer clothes and glittering accessories.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Was Curtis shopping like he owned the mall?\u00a0<\/p>\n
Her pulse quickened. She wasn\u2019t sure if that made her shallow, but honestly, what woman didn\u2019t like presents?\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cI love all of it \u2026 \u201d Adriana admitted, unable to hide her delight.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Curtis really did have great taste.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Still though, this was way over the top.\u00a0<\/p>\n
All she wanted was to fulfill her end of their contract. She never expected him to shower her with gifts.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cMr. Lincoln \u2026 \u201d Adriana called softly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\u201cDid you see what I sent?\u201d Curtis\u2018 calm, deep voice came through t\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t you think it\u2019s a little too much? I really don\u2019t need all this,\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
They were bound to part ways sooner or later anyway.\u00a0<\/p>\n
i awkwardly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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He was only keeping up appearances; until the baby arrived, until his grandfather passed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cYou\u2019re my wife, Adriana. When you step outside, you represent more than just yourself,\u201d Curtis said coolly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
That one line said it all.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Right. She was his public image now.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In their world, women existed as ornaments or proof of status and wealth.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Adriana despised that notion, but she had no choice except to play along. \u201cAlright.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you see something you like, buy it. The card I gave you has no limit,\u201d Curtis added.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She sank onto the couch, Matthew\u2019s words from earlier echoing in her mind. Curtis\u2018 heart still belonged to Belinda\u2019s mother, the woman he truly meant to marry.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cOkay \u2026 \u201d Adriana murmured.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Curtis paused, as if there was more he wanted to say, but instead he simply said, \u201cGet some rest.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Then the line went dead.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Adriana sat there, surrounded by luxury, yet feeling oddly hollow inside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Eva began unpacking and arranging the clothes. Beneath a pile of gift boxes, she found a bouquet of fresh flowers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Adriana stared in surprise.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Did Curtis send these too?\u00a0<\/p>\n
If he treated a contractual wife this tenderly, how much more would he give to the woman he actually loved?\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jealousy pricked at her chest.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The doorbell rang.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Eva went to open it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Adriana wondered who it could be at this hour. She thought maybe Belinda, but it was. Danielle.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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In the aftermath of the chaos surrounding Mia\u2019s arrest and the tangled web of emotions that ensued, Matthew found himself at a crossroads, grappling with the weight of his own feelings. The realization that he no longer wanted to marry Natasha was a shocking revelation, one that turned his world upside down. Caught in the throes of jealousy and confusion over Adriana\u2019s engagement to Curtis, he felt a sense of loss not only for the future he envisioned with Natasha but also for the friendship he had with Adriana. As laughter faded into silence, the gravity of his situation became painfully clear; he was trapped between the loyalty he felt for his sister and the uncharted territory of his feelings for Adriana. In that moment, he understood that sometimes, letting go was the only way to find clarity.<\/p>\n
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Meanwhile, Adriana sat amidst a mountain of extravagant gifts, a stark reminder of the life she was expected to lead as Curtis\u2019s wife. The luxury that surrounded her felt like a gilded cage, leaving her feeling hollow and unfulfilled. Despite the allure of material possessions, she couldn\u2019t shake the nagging thought that Curtis\u2019s heart belonged to someone else, making her role in his life feel superficial. As she contemplated her situation, the arrival of Danielle at her door hinted at a potential shift, perhaps a new friendship that could help her navigate these turbulent waters. In this moment of introspection, Adriana realized that she needed to reclaim her sense of self beyond the confines of her contractual marriage. It was a call to action, a recognition that healing and self-discovery could only begin when she embraced her own worth, independent of the expectations placed upon her.<\/p>\n
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In the upcoming chapter, readers can expect the tension to escalate as Matthew grapples with the unexpected consequences of his feelings for Adriana. With Mia\u2019s situation hanging in the balance and Curtis\u2019s imminent return to Haldoria, the stakes are higher than ever. Will Matthew find the courage to confront his emotions and make a decision that could alter the course of his life? As he stands at the crossroads of loyalty to his sister and his unresolved feelings for Adriana, the emotional turmoil promises to reach a boiling point, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.<\/p>\n
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Meanwhile, Adriana\u2019s world is about to get even more complicated. The arrival of Danielle hints at potential revelations that could shake the foundations of her relationship with Curtis. As she navigates the lavish gifts and the expectations that come with being his wife, will she discover her own worth beyond the material? The juxtaposition of her feelings\u2014caught between jealousy and the weight of her contractual obligations\u2014will force her to confront what she truly desires. The chapter teases a potential turning point, where Adriana must decide whether to embrace the life laid out for her or to seek her own path, igniting a conflict that could resonate deeply with readers.<\/p>\n
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland\u2019s breathtaking cold.<\/p>\n
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