Chapter.1
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Amelia's Pov"Marriage? Dad this isn't what we agreed on? I'm just 18 I can't get married. I have a whole new future ahead of me.""I know sweetheart, but we have no choice. You have to stick to it. You're old enough to understand that our company is going through so much right now. And if nothing is done about it, it will go bankrupt.""But dad.""No questions sweetheart.""I don't even know the man I'm marrying!""Watch your tone when you're speaking to me. I understand the gravity of the situation, but if you truly cared about this family you would do as I say!" His outburst made me flinch. He whirled taking out his watch, his forehead wrinkling as he checked the time. "First thing tomorrow morning, you're marrying him."My eyes widened. "At least you would give me the chance to get to know him dad. I can't just marry someone I don't even know.""He's Enzo Amon Hernandez."My heart thudded faster as the name rang a bell in my ear."Hernandez." I repeated more to myself.The enigmatic Billionaire CEO that was known for his ruthlessness, and cold demeanor? The man that had absolutely no control over his employees and could rip one to shreds if anyone dared to cross him? Tha...that man? My eyes were as wide as saucers as I thought about him like he was an undercover mafia man. There were tats and piercings all over his body except his face.I shuddered."I can't marry him dad.""You most certainly will. No questions." He stated before walking away, leaving no room for questioning."Enzo Amon Hernandez?" I choked out, the name a bitter pill on my tongue. "Dad, are you serious? That man is… he's… ruthless!" "He's also the one company willing to bail us out," my father shot back, his voice tight. "And quite frankly, sweetheart, ruthless is exactly what we need right now.""Father, we need to find a different solution!" Is it possible for us to borrow money or liquidate assets to raise funds?All aspects have been taken into account. "This is the only choice we have."I was overwhelmed with rapid thoughts. Enzo Hernandez. The man whose name was known for causing fear and exerting power. Pictures flashed in my mind - visuals from corporate publications, conversations where a simple look could induce fear. I swallowed with anxiety. Wedding him would be akin to wedding a hurricane."Okay," I admitted, speaking just above a murmur. "At least allow me some time to meet him, become acquainted with him.""There isn't time for that." He said firmly. "The marriage agreement will hold by tomorrow."I was astonished. "There is no way that could happen!""Sweetheart, it's happening now. Whether you approve of it or not.I angrily left the living room, my irritation reaching its boiling point. My phone buzzed in my hand, receiving a message from Liam, my current boyfriend."Hey gorgeous, already feeling your absence," the message said.The irony is overwhelming. Liam, radiating positivity and happiness, making grand promises. Next came Enzo Hernandez, a human storm."I feel the same way," I replied, bitterness lingering in my mouth.The drive to Enzo's estate went by in a blur. My father remained quiet and uneasy, continuously checking his watch. I gazed out the window, the sparkling city lights diverting me from my inner chaos.In the end, we arrived at a vast property that resembled a fortress rather than a residence."Are you prepared?" My father inquired with a touch of worry in his tone, for the first time.Was I prepared? It was difficult for me to catch my breath.We were led into a luxurious living room, the atmosphere filled with excitement. I noticed someone, tall about 6'2, his back facing towards us."Mr. Hernandez. This is my daughter, Amelia." My dad introduced, voice tensed.The figure made a sudden turn. I caught my breath. Enzo Hernandez was not the culprit. He was significantly younger, with kind brown eyes and an engaging smile.The man extended his hand to Amelia as he spoke her name. "It's nice to finally make your acquaintance."I felt a wave of confusion. Aren't you Enzo Hernandez?The man chuckled and said, "Nope." Enzo is my mother's brother. He's... currently unavailable. He gave my father a wink.My father made a noise with his throat. "Amelia, there has been a small miscommunication. There appears to have been some misunderstanding regarding...Before he could complete his sentence, my phone buzzed once more. This time, the message came from Liam."Hey love, caught up at the office working late." "Can we postpone dinner plans?"I felt a chill in my blood. I retrieved the earlier message that I had sent before heading out of the house."I also miss you," I had written.Next, I gazed at the man standing before me, his gentle eyes filled with amusement.He mused with a mischievous look in his eyes that perhaps getting married might not be such a terrible concept after all.I refrained from replying. I couldn't look away from my phone as a troubling realization slowly sank in. Liam wasn't stranded at his workplace. He skipped dinner because he was with another person.The world began to rotate. The boyfriend I thought was perfect, who provided me with feelings of safety and love, turned out to be a liar.All of a sudden, marrying a heartless billionaire didn't seem like such a terrible idea."Pause," I stuttered, holding the phone tightly in my hand. I couldn't stop shifting my eyes from the captivating stranger before me to my father, who looked just as surprised. "So, who is the person I will be marrying?""Oh, that," the stranger laughed, nervously scratching his head. "It appears that Enzo likes to deal with these...negotiations himself."At that moment, a shiny black helicopter flew through the dark sky, its spotlight creating a trail on the perfectly trimmed lawn. It quietly touched down a couple hundred feet in the distance, its strong rotors stirring the air.I felt my heart pounding against my chest as a tall and intimidating figure stepped out of the helicopter. He glided with a predatory elegance, his face hindered by the darkness. Even far away, his presence exuded intense strength and threat. This person was Enzo Hernandez."My father expressed some nerves as he addressed Mr. Hernandez," he said.The character halted, pivoting slightly so the searchlight could briefly illuminate his face. A wicked grin appeared on his mouth, his eyes shining brightly like obsidian. "It appears that plans have been altered."
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