Category: Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind

40  “Don’t cry. Your sister has always been understanding. She won’t blame you,” Ambrose reassured Scarlett. The others quickly gathered around Scarlett, their voices a chorus of comforting words as they pointed to the photos in the camera, attempting to lighten her mood with half–hearted praise.  Meanwhile, Hazel struggled to push herself off the floor, … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 10” »

09  After a brief pause, Ambrose summoned someone to bring over a few dresses.  “Hazel,” he said softly, “I know you’ve been busy lately, so I asked Scarlett to pick out a wedding dress for you. Take a look and see if any of them catch your eye.”  Scarlett’s voice rang out cheerfully as she … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 9” »

C08  Hazel didn’t see the point in arguing with Scarlett. With a calm resolve, she deleted the message, blocked Scarlett’s number and onened her chat with Ambrose  12:23 PM  Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind  Their last conversation was over a week old.  As she scrolled through the thread, a painful pattern emerged. Message … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 8” »

07  *Since the office is quiet today, how about I take you out to choose a new ring? Something grander to reward you for all the effort you’ve put in these past days.”  Hazel frowned slightly, her instinctive response on the tip of her tongue. She was about to decline when his phone buzzed, its … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 7” »

(06  Hazel sat quietly beside him, her laptop open as she transferred the surveillance footage onto a USB drive. She had a surprise in mind that would leave a mark before she walked away  Halfway through the transfer, Ambrose suddenly looked up, his gaze scanning the house. “Why does it feel so empty in here … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 6” »

€05  “Don’t dwell on what happened yesterday. I’ve already apologized to Scarlett on your behalf.”  “Okay.”  “Scarlett said weddings are just a show, nothing to stress about. Our bond is so strong that we don’t need these formalities to prove anything. Let’s keep it simple.”  “I’ll follow your lead.”  Hazel had already made her decision. … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 5” »

(04  Every word felt like a dagger, cutting deep and leaving scars that would never fully fade.  For a moment, Hazel thought she had misheard, her mind struggling to grasp the weight of what Ambrose had just said.  How could such cruel, venomous words come from his mouth? The man she had loved for so … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 4” »

(03  In the next breath, Ambrose, who had been silent up until now, stepped forward. Without a word, he captured Scarlett in a lingering kiss, his lips pressing against hers with a passion that had been locked away for years.  Hazel couldn’t hold back anymore. Tremors wracked her body as tears streamed down her cheeks. … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 3” »

C02  As soon as she stepped onto the first floor, Hazel saw them in her bridal suite, locked in a tight embrace, whispering words that only lovers could share.  Her chest tightened, but she forced herself to turn on the surveillance camera, piecing together the scattered fragments to reveal the truth.  It turned out that … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 2” »

01  well.  On the eve of her wedding. Hazel Bell called her mother, who was thousands of miles away overseas.  Her mother paused, stunned for a moment, but didn’t press her with questions; she knew her daughter all too  With a calm and reassuring tone, she readily agreed, “Alright. I’m getting older anyway, and this … Read More “Running Away from Marriage Leaving Deception Behind Chapter 1” »