Breaking Free, Loving Again -The Flash Marriage with Mr. CEO novel Chapter 18

Chapter 18: A Date.

Gianna thought that Arwen was considering her challenge. "So, what do you think?" she asked again, a little excited.

But Arwen didn't take it seriously at all. Reaching for her crutches, she slowly stood up and took the plates in her hand. "I think there is no need for that. In just a few days, I will be getting the certificate with Ryan. So, why waste the effort."

Saying that, she took the plates and walked slowly towards the kitchen. "Come, let's finish this up."

Gianna walked after her but she clearly looked dissatisfied with what Arwen had said. "Are you really going to marry him, Arwen?" She repeated the same question, even though she had asked her about it several times before. She just wished that, for once, Arwen would say her plans were different.

But Arwen had no other plans. With a smile, she said, "I have never kept any secrets from you, Anna. You know I can't back out now. 29th is the date, and it's been fixed. But I will still take a picture of my marriage certificate and send it to you for confirmation."

Gianna rolled her eyes. The humor didn't go unnoticed, but it failed to entertain her. She took a step ahead of Arwen and stood near the sink to do the dishes. "Arwen, you deserve better. Your mother just can't see it. How about you talk to your father? I am sure he will support you."

Arwen nodded thoughtfully and then said, "He might, but that would only further upset my mother, and that wouldn't be good. Besides, I still think Ryan and I can work things out. We have known each other for almost a decade; marrying him wouldn't be that bad of a choice."

Even though Arwen said that confidently, her heart wavered—it had long lost its confidence in Ryan and their relationship.

"Like really?" Gianna turned around to face Arwen and asked, "Do you really believe that? Even after what he did? Stop fooling yourself. Arwen. If you marry him, it will be a loveless marriage and –"

"Then I will live in that loveless marriage." Arwen said, without holding any hesitation. It felt like she had long thought about it and had already accepted her fate. "Anna, this is the last time we are discussing this. After this I am not hearing about it anymore. And this time, I am serious."

Gianna didn't want to give up, but with the seriousness in Arwen voice, she couldn't refuse. Turning her back to Arwen, Gianna resumed her work and said, "Fine, if that's what you wish. Have a good future ahead! I don't mind you marrying a douch*ag."

Arwen knew Gianna was really upset, but there was nothing she could do to appease her at the moment. So, she silently stood there, just to accompany her.

When the dishes were done, Gianna removed the washing gloves and said, "You can take your time to plan your special day. I still have some work to do, so I won't disturb you. I will be in the study for the day." Saying that, she didn't turn to look back but walked away straight to the study room.