"While our souls are still exchanging, marrying you is an inevitable decision, even though our status as a leader and subordinate must be very difficult," Daniel said, his voice containing a heavy certainty.
The news of their marriage that would only last for a year, was weighing heavily on Emily's heart. She didn't want a temporary marriage of convenience like this, but a lifelong marriage based on love.
"I understand," Emily whispered, her voice almost drowned out by the heavy breathing.
"Then get some rest. Good night," Daniel said, his voice now sounding distant and hollow, as if echoing in the distance.
"Yes, good night," Emily replied, her voice barely audible.
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The next night, under the high skies of the magnificent convention center, the W Company's anniversary celebration
