Caspian

The expression on Ava's face revealed a whirlwind of emotions I never thought I'd witness. Why did she look so betrayed, worried, and depressed? Wasn't this what she wanted, to end the charade and move on? I didn't want it to end because I stood to gain from the marriage, but right now, I was at a loss for words. I simply stared at her, my eyes narrowing as I studied her pained features.

"Answer me!" she barked suddenly, her breath coming in ragged bursts. "What are you two talking about? Ending the marriage? You didn't even talk to me first."

Just as I was about to speak, Marcel...