Our Contract Marriage

Meeting Mr. Ryan

"Ryan let's go ahead I don't wanna stand for so long my head is paining" said Sheena. They were done with the check-in without me, I know even though I was his legal wife he was not showing any interest in being with me and obviously if he has a sexy girlfriend, sorry second wife as she claims why would he be interested.

We got married yesterday as per the contract. Ryan the powerful, sexy heir of NY Group never believed in marriages of-course could be partly since his father never really married his mother. Hence it was a shock to him to read his grandfathers will which mentioned to produce a legit heir with wife by the age of 30. Ryan was 27 now but it is important for him to get stable to ensure the demands of his grandfather will is fulfilled to rule over the NY Group. Being the most eligible bachelor in New York he was the hot pick for every rich family however to avoid complexity of relationship Ryan proposed a deal to me. Yes me! 

FlashBack

It was my graduation ceremony when NY Group first approached with the job offer to work as a Designer.  Being the scholarship kid, I had to ensure high grades to be able to land a good job. We were all recruited via Campus placement where Ryan had given the commencement speech. He looked like a greek god on the stage oozing his the strong confident persona. In the last round 10 candidates from our college were selected for final interview which was to present an idea directly to the chairman Ryan. He was on call facing opposite to me when he asked me to enter the room.

I slowly walked towards the sofa infront his desk and sat as comfortably as my nerves would allow me. Looking around i could see the most beautiful sight of the city through the glass. His office was at 60th floor and extremely clean & impeccable. Suddenly i felt that my yellow bright dress was too cheerful for such a serious & masculine environment.

"Like what you see?"Ryan asked and suddenly i turned right to see him sitting just next to me. His voice startled me and i jumped spilling the water in my hand on my dress. Damn clumsy me! "Sorry sir you were on phone". i started to say or more like stammer. This up close i couldn't help but stare at his beautiful grey eyes, black hair,  thin lips and chiseled chin. He reminded me so much of Prince Eric from Ariel movie. My eyes started moving down to corded neck, chest when i suddenly heard him again this time it was a whisper. "Like what you see?" he said flashing me a dimple and i blushed openly ogling him. 

" Shailene, I have already seen your profile so let me just ask you final question. Which is more important to you love or loyalty?" he asked looking extremely serious. I wasn't sure if this was a trick question but he seems pretty serious while asking.  "I havent really had many people around me to make me understand love but as an orphan and self made individual i cherish & have been loyal to all those who are in my life", with that i gave my best confident smile. He looked at me for few moments it was as if he was trying to look through me actually. " I have a proposition for you, something that can help you with getting rid of the student loan or any other debt you. The only thing i want in return from you is 3 years & a baby" he said while walking towards his desk. Just as i was going to say No! he placed a contract infront me to be his wife for 3 years and give him a child (from medical ways). "But why me?" i ask him. "I just dont trust the people i know and as you said your will be loyal! Also i have no interest in loving my wife and need to ensure that people from my circle dint know that this is a Sham of marriage" he said.

It was a tough decision for me but i wasnt dating anyone and at that time money was more important for me than anything else. With my foster sister medical bills it was getting difficult for me to manage the piling loans. So i accepted the offer and 24 hours later I was standing near a mirror looking at my own reflection in the white bridal dress. It was beautiful and hugged my petite body perfectly. With 5"5 i was just few inches short than Ryan. My curly brown hair were pulled back in a messy bun with beautiful lilies tucked in them and my blue eyes were enhanced by the mascara with minimum makeup. A lone tear escaped while looking at myself in the mirror. Never in my life i thought I would look so beautiful but and get into a fake married contract. Pulling the veil to cover my face i walked towards the church where Ryan was waiting to complete the ceremony. I was just entering the church when i saw Ryan from corridor kissing another girl, she was looking stunning and was none other then Sheena Khan the top model of our industry. 

She giggled and said something in his ear to make him smile. There was no jealousy towards her but i did pity myself for being in such situation where my would be husband was kissing someone else moments before getting married to me. I ignored them and went ahead in the church room waiting for them. There was no one to give me away so i went ahead and stood near the priest who frowned looking at bride being present before the groom. Shortly the door opened and Ryan entered along with Sheena on his arm. They walked down the isle as a couple and just before reaching the Altar Sheena turned left and sat on the bench. I could feel Ryan's eyes on me but dint want to show him how i felt. The priest started the prayer and finally we came to the vows.  

The priest took my hand and placed it in Ryan hand and i couldnt help the tingle i felt. I looked up at him and saw him staring at me, trying to figure something out. Ryan looked at my eyes with sincerity and said his vow "I Ryan Thomas Charles take thee Shailene Mathews, to be my wedded wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part". I dont know if it was because we were standing in front of god but his every word felt true and genuine to me until i looked at his lips which had the lipstick marks. I repeated my vows while looking more at our joined hands then his eyes "I Shailene Mathews take thee ,Ryan Thomas Charles to be my wedded husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part" i repeated with bleak voice and suddenly he squeezed my hand lightly to get my attention. He was now smiling at me so tenderly as a groom would, making me more nervous. I was trying to relax myself when suddenly Ryan pulled me towards him naturally to kiss his bride. I couldn't stop myself and pushed him slightly, when he looked down on me concerned. I whispered only to whom to avoid creating an issue., " Sir you have lipstick marks on your lips" he heard and looked at me amused. Quickly he pulled a hanky and wiped his lips, but as he was bringing me close again for our kiss as husband & wife someone called him. "Ryan it time to leave lets go!" Sheena smiled looking at me. Ryan stopped all of a sudden as if coming back to reality and just kissed my knuckles with his soft lips making me gasp. My reaction somehow made him happy i feel cause he gave a sweet smile and pulled me by waist. We left the altar and as soon as we got out multiple flashes went around. There were multiple reporters waiting outside for us. "Sir! Sir look here are you finally married?" "MAM! Please look here what is your name?" 

I was so shell shocked to see so many people calling us that i froze, Ryan realized i wasnt moving and put his hands on my cheek to make me look at him. "Nothing will happen okay! I will pick you now and take you to the car, now smile" he was trying to tell me to act and i tried my best. He pulled me close and picked me up bridal style and carried me to the limo standing outside the church giving all the photographers grate shots to prove that we are married and in love.

Present Day!

 "Ryan let's go ahead I don't wanna stand for so long my head is paining" said Sheena. He turned back and looked at me ensuring i was nearby. Post leaving from the church we had reached a hotel where he dropped me and left without saying anything. There was a concierge waiting with my luggage who helped to get to my room to change and be ready to depart to Bali for our honeymoon! "Be ready we will leave in 3 hours" was a text from Ryan. Shortly after a car came to pick me up and drop at airport where i now sitting in the waiting lounge. Sheena & Ryan arrived from the VIP entry together as couple shortly and we all started to walk toward the lounge until it was time for us to onboard the charter. Sheena was dragging him away from me which was funny given this was our honeymoon. Also she had no reason to be scared of a fake wedding. He again looked back at me as if he was expecting me to say something but just turned and moved away. We both know this marriage is nothing but a legality for him to get his empire.

One the screen was a new playing of Billionaire Heir being snatched away in marriage by an unknown beautiful bride and there was the video of how Ryan picked me took me in the limo way like a fairy tale. I turned my moist eyes and left to freshen up. Just as i was about leave Sheena entered the washroom. She smiled at me " Remember you are just loaning yourself for 3 years! Once you give us the baby you can leave, until then dont forget who you are and stay away from Ryan" she said. " Dont worry mam, i understand and will just be around sir only when others are watching. I have no interest in him" i said as sweetly as possible.