The Debt Bride

CHAPTER4

A man stormed into the wedding hall. He was tall, with messy brown hair and dark eyes full of anger and looking agitated.

It was Her brother, Ethan.

Ethan was informed by Olivia, Amilia's Friend, saying she thinks his sister Amelia is in some type of trouble.

Olivia Told him that she could not hear her properly, but it felt like someone snatched the phone before she could pass the information.

Ethen tried to get more information from Olivia, but she has little to pass on.

Ethen works in one of his fathers company as a manager in a city some few kilometres away from where his parents are Domicile, Ethen is happily married with a little baby boy.

On hearing that his only sister is in trouble Ethen quickly aboundand what he was doing, then he picks up the company vehicle and rushes down to know what the problem is,

only to discover that his only sister is being forcefully married out to Alexander. The man who his father is indebted to…

He quickly rushed down driving so Fast to the venue

On getting to the venue, Ethen dropped from his car and rushed to the entrance of the hall…

“Amelia! Amelie!! don’t do this! He shouted! Alexander is lying to you! He doesn't love you”

The guests whispered amongst themselves. Mr.Tate, their father, turned pale and felt embarrassed. “Ethan! What are you doing?”

Amelia frowned. “What are you talking about?Talk to me Ethen!”

Ethan pointed at Alexander. “Tell her the truth. Tell her why you want to marry her.”

Alexander’s face remained calm, but his jaw tightened.

Ethan turned back to Amelia. “This marriage is not about love. It is a deal. Father owes Alexander’s family a huge debt. He is selling you as payment for his debts”

Amelia felt like the air had been knocked out of her lungs, she felt like her whole world had come falling before her, with disappointments written all over her face.

She turned to her father with anger, her voice shaking. “Dad, this is not true?”

I want to hear from your mouth… she said, subbing with hot tears burning down her chin.

Mr. Tate looked away, his jaw tightening. He did not need to answer—his face said it all. His strong features remained firm, but there was a hint of something hidden in his eyes, something he refused to show.

She turned around and asked her mum too, her mum could not look at her and give her an answer

“I deserve an explanation”

Amelia stepped back, her whole body trembling. Her hands shook, and her voice wavered as she shouted,

“I won’t marry him! I will never be used as a token to repay a debt. This is wrong!” Her eyes filled with fear and anger,

her chest rising and falling quickly as she struggled to breathe. She couldn’t believe this was happening.

How could they force her into this? It felt like a cruel nightmare, but she knew it was real.

Alexander’s hand shot out swiftly grabbing her wrist. His grip was strong and tight “You don’t have a choice.” he said to her, it's a contract between me and your Dad, and the terms must be kept.

Ethan rushed and pushed Alexander away. “She is not your property!” she can't be yours, you don't deserve Amelia, my sister, she can't be used for your transactions.

.The room erupted into chaos. Guests stared in shock, their faces pale. Some gasped, covering their mouths, while others glanced nervously around.

A few rushed forward, trying to grab Ethan’s arms, but he shook them off. Some whispered among themselves, their eyes wide with disbelief.

Amelia knew that at this point she had to find a way to escape, She took her chance. She ran.

She forced her way through the busy crowd, her wedding dress heavy and making every step difficult.

The long fabric dragged behind her, slowing her down, but she had no other option. With determination, she maneuvered through the pushing and shouting guests until she finally reached a door.

Opening it with all her strength, she stepped outside, hoping to leave the confusion behind her.

A car screeched to a stop in front of her. The door swung open.

“Get in fast !” Ethan shouted from the driver’s seat.

Amelia did not think for a second, She jumped inside, slamming the door behind her.

The tyres screeched leaving smoke from the tyre as Ethan sped away with his sister Amelia leaving all the guests behind

Ethan drove fast, gripping the steering wheel so tiredly. Amelia sat in the passenger seat, breathing hard in fear. Her hands clutched her dress.

They won’t let me go that easily,” she whispered. Just then, bright headlights appeared behind them. A sleek black SUV was chasing them down the dark road. “Ethan,

they are following us!” she cried out. Ethan nodded, his hands tightening on the wheel as he focused on the road ahead. The SUV’s engine roared as it quickly gained speed and drew closer. Out of nowhere,

another car swerved in front of them, blocking their way. Amelia gasped, “Looks like we’re trapped!”

With no time to waste, Ethan slammed on the brakes. The car stopped suddenly, the doors of the SUV swung open, and Alexander stepped out.

His intense blue eyes immediately locked onto Amelia, sending a chill down her spine.

The air was thick with tension as silence fell over the scene, leaving everyone to wonder what would happen next.