Liam
“We’re here,” Alex announced as he stepped out of the car, opening the door for me.
I hadn’t asked him to play chauffeur or take on these menial duties, but it seemed he thought this was the best way to apologize for vomiting on me last night.
Ever since he remembered his actions, he had been overcompensating with tasks he believed I’d appreciate. It only made me angrier.
Stepping out of the car, I adjusted my jacket and surveyed the grand Gomez estate before me.
It was just another stage for Arlene and me to put on the show we’d agreed to - a performance in the elaborate charade of our engagement.
My eyes found her immediately. She stood waiting on the porch, her wide smile as fake as it was dazzling.
I couldn’t deny it, though. She looked stunning. The blue dress she wore clu
