017: rented not owned

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Penelope’s POV: A hidden clause. A part of our marriage contract that for whatever reason I didn’t notice. Either I overlooked it, or he fabricated it. I have to give it to Charles. He’s a snake. And he’s f*****g good at it. “Princess, hey, talk to me. What did he say?” I turn off my screen and face Vincent. “You know your brother, he’s pissed and threatening hell.” Vincent frowns. His eyes scan my face for any sign of a lie. He won’t find any. “Erm Miss Verdant?” Baron calls. He takes out a business card and hands it to me. “I have a proposition for you. You have an eye for art, right?” “Yes, I used to. But I won’t say I’m the best right now,” He waves dismissively. “Tomorrow, are you free? I’d like for us to discuss certain…matters.” “Discuss?” He gestures to the fake pain

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