Vicious: forbidden feelings

Chapter 3: "The First Steps to Cheating"

Ryana felt her heart tighten with anxiety. She knew that her parents ' plans could ruin her future with Nicholas. The days passed slowly, but Рианыthey seemed interminable to Ryana. More and more often she found herself thinking about how to resist the will of Henry Redison. Ryana knew she had to be careful not to arouse suspicion.

One evening, when the mansion was quiet, Riana decided to ask Anna Morgan for advice. Anna was her closest friend and always had a sharp mind and insight. Ryana hoped that it would help her find a way out of this situation.

Anna lived nearby, and Ryana often visited her. The Morgans 'mansion was less grand than the Radisons', but it had a special atmosphere of comfort and warmth. Ryana walked into the living room and found Anna sitting by the fireplace with a book in her hands.

"Ryana! Anna exclaimed, putting down her book. "I'm so glad to see you. What brings you to me at this late hour?"

Ryana took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts.

"Anna, I need to talk to you." This is very important, " she said seriously. — My parents are discussing my future, and I'm afraid they'll decide my fate without my participation.

Anna looked at Ryana carefully, concern flickering in her eyes.

"Tell me everything," she said softly.

And Riana told Anna about her feelings for Nicholas, about the secret meetings, about how she found out about her parents ' plans. As she spoke, Anna listened carefully, not interrupting. When Ryana finished, the room fell silent.

"This is a really serious situation," Anna said at last. — But I believe we have a chance to change everything.

Ryana looked at her friend hopefully.

— What do you suggest?" — What is it? " she asked.

Anna looked thoughtfully out of the window, as if searching for an answer.

"We need to develop a plan that will allow you to maintain your freedom of choice," she said firmly. — First, we need to find out how serious the parents are about this marriage. Second, we need to find a way to communicate our concerns to Nicholas and develop a common strategy. Third, we must be prepared for the fact that our actions may cause family dissatisfaction.

Ryana nodded, feeling a little hopeful.

"You're right, Anna," she said. — We must work together. But how do we know how serious our parents are?

Anna smiled.

"I have a few ideas," she said. — I can try to find out something through my friends. In addition, we can pay attention to conversations in the house, to the behavior of parents. Any little thing can be important.

Ryana felt the tension ease a little. She felt more confident around Anna.

Meanwhile, Nicholas wasn't idle either. He knew that his future was in jeopardy, and he decided to share his feelings with Daniel Clark — his closest friend. Daniel was a reasonable man, and he could see things from different angles. Nicholas hoped it would help him find a way out.

They met in a small cafe on the outskirts of the city. The atmosphere here was relaxed, and Nicholas felt that he could open up to his friend.

"Daniel, I'm desperate," he began without preamble. — My parents are discussing my marriage, and I'm afraid they'll choose a bride for me without my consent.

Daniel looked at Nicholas sympathetically.

"I know how hard this is for you," he said. — But you must remember that you have the right to choose.

Nicholas sighed.

"The right to choose?" he repeated bitterly. — In our society, this right is limited, especially when it comes to marriage.

Daniel nodded.

"Yes, you're right," he agreed. — But that doesn't mean we can't find a way around these restrictions. Let's look at all the possible options.

They discussed the situation for a long time, weighing the pros and cons of different solutions. Daniel suggested that Nicholas try to find out the details of his parents ' plans, as well as think about how to contact Riana and develop a general plan of action.

Nicholas knew it wouldn't be easy, but he was willing to take it hard for the sake of his love. He felt that time was working against them, but at the same time, he knew that together with Ryana, they would be able to overcome any obstacles.

Nevertheless, the tension was growing. Riana and Nicholas continued to live in anticipation of new twists of fate, each day bringing new challenges. Minor characters were also beginning to play their roles in this conflict, and no one knew yet how their actions would affect the outcome of events.

Riana and Nicholas were like pawns in a big game whose rules were unknown to them. But they were willing to fight for their love no matter what. Their feelings were stronger than fear, stronger than duty, stronger than enmity. They believed that they could find the path to happiness even if the whole world was against them.

However, the situation was becoming more dangerous every day. As their parents neared their final decision, Riana and Nicholas were still looking for a way to resist their will. Their love hung in the balance, and the outcome of this fight was unpredictable.

Thus began a new chapter in Riana and Nicholas ' lives — a chapter filled with danger, doubt, and hope. They were on the verge of a decision that could change everything, and they had to choose between duty and love, between traditions and their own feelings.

Meanwhile, the feud between the two families was growing, and no one knew that Riana and Nicholas ' secret love could be the force that would either destroy their world or unite the two once-feuding families.