The Unwanted Bride Of Atticus Fawn

The Unwanted Bride Of Atticus Fawn Chapter 24

“You haven’t moved for ten minutes.” Clarissa points out to me. “I can safely say you’re not taking the news well.”

I didn’t think there was any other way to take news such as this one. I was in deep trouble. And there was no way for me to escape it.

“I’m not sure what to do with that information,” I confess. “It’s not like I can back out now. We’re already married, and I’m already on this yacht.”

One would think that I would be excited to see Atticus completely naked after being in love with him for so long. But I wasn’t in the least; I was freaking out. This wasn’t the way I wanted it to happen. Though, Atticus had seen plenty of me already, not completely naked but he saw more of me than I saw of him.

Are we allowed to keep our eyes closed throughout the entire thing? That may make it easier for me. I wasn’t sure what was allowed for this tradition and what wasn’t. No one warned me of this before we got married.

“I’m sure it’s going to be okay; you’re husband and wife now; eventually, you were both bound to see each other naked. Now is your chance to get it over with.” She points out. “Besides, it’s only a matter of time before our parents start asking for grandchildren. They will wait for you both to finish academy, and then they’ll be harassing you every damn day.”

It was true. I could see my parents insisting that I get pregnant as soon as I finished school. And I can see his parents being the same way. They were very similar in that way. Grandchildren were something I’ve already heard my parents discuss multiple times before, and that was even before I had gotten married or knew that I was marrying Atticus.

“Let’s get you into your dress,” Clarissa says as she brings out the long silky white dress laced with silver patterns.

Unlike me, she had already gotten into an elegant but sexy green dress; she’d done that while I was dormant for ten minutes. I did happen to notice in those few minutes how she made sure to hide the tattoo from me, however, which only helped to confirm that my eyes hadn’t deceived me that one time I saw it. I knew she wouldn’t be ready to confess that secret to me. We were only getting to know each other. In the same way, I was not prepared to confess my feelings about Atticus to her either.

Clarissa helped to retouch my makeup after the dress was on me.

“Let’s make Atticus fall to his knees when he sees you tonight,” Clarissa says. “You look hot. He may want to take you to the special spring earlier than midnight when he sees you.”

I gape at her, “Clarissa! That’s your brother you’re talking about!”

“Hey, step-brother. We’re not blood-related in any way.” She teases. “Besides, someone has to help bring the two of you closer. While Anya keeps trying to pull you apart, I’ll be your guardian angel, bringing you together.”

I smile, “I’m still so happy that you’re my sister-in-law.”

She laughs, “believe me, I’m so happy you’re mine and Anya didn’t take your place. I don’t think I could survive living in the same house as her. I could barely stand being in the same room with her for more than five minutes. I can’t imagine having her around all the time.”

I couldn’t imagine it either. The both of them would drive each other crazy. In many ways, it was better that I had married Atticus. Now it was time for him to realize this as well. Everyone else seemed to know it but him.

“Shall we go surprise everyone outside?” Clarissa asks as she extends her hand.

I smile and accept her invitation, “we shall.”

When we got outside, we caught the attention of many guests, but they weren’t the ones we wanted attention from. The first thing I notice is Atticus standing too close to Anya for my comfort. I’m not sure if he went to her first or if she did. Either way, I’m upset. I wanted to see his reaction to my dress. Instead, I have to watch his reaction to having Anya by his side and not me.

I know everyone kept telling me that Anya made him unhappy, but if she did, why was he always by her side? Why stay with someone that kept hurting you?

The answer was simple; people tolerated anything for the one that they loved. No one knew that more than I did.

Jealousy is overcoming every other emotion that I feel. I don’t think I’ve ever felt it this strongly before. Maybe it’s because I’ve always known they were together in the past, and I knew how wrong it was to feel jealous. I never allowed myself to give in to jealousy in the past because of this exact reason.

This time was different; Atticus was my husband, not hers. They’re supposed to be keeping a certain distance from each other. But no one seems to care that he’s now a married man. If anything, Anya is closer to him than ever.

by being that close in front of so many people. But this was what Anya wanted all along; she

shoulder, “don’t let her get to you. She’s doing this to hurt you. You can beat her at her own game. You’re the one that Atticus married, not her. Someone just needs to remind her of this little

nervous, Damon looked like he was annoyed. And

was that possible? His mate was Anya. He’s not supposed to have feelings for anyone else but her. Maybe it wasn’t the kind of emotion I was thinking of. I’m probably reading too much into it

Anya leans into Atticus and openly starts flirting with him. I close my eyes

Don’t let her get to you. Don’t let her ruin what’s supposed to be

Damon,” Clarissa informs

nod, “I’ll be right

want to confront Atticus and take him away

“I shouldn’t have to confront him for him to know

go anywhere. We

tried my

go except in the ocean, and since I’m terrified of

the ocean didn’t sound like such

as Clarissa leaves to join them. Damon watches her like a hawk, and I can tell they’re about to argue. Both sides look pissed at each

are drawn back to the man I married today. I wanted to go to him but not when Anya was there. I didn’t want to hurt myself anymore. I’ve gone through this so many times in the past before; Anya and Atticus

turned around; I didn’t want to see more of them. I’ve seen enough already

the wind caress my hair and take a moment to enjoy the beauty of the ocean. While the

see here tonight, but it doesn’t mean I wasn’t delighted that they were here. I shouldn’t have been surprised; their family was also

pull me in for

return

all up in your husband’s space. She needs a reality check.” Scarlett points out. “If you want,

is no need for any of that,”

comes,” Clara warns

Here who comes?

He pauses when he sees my dress. His gaze lingers on it for a few seconds, setting my body on fire. “Do

at the front with Anya too

with us.” Scarlett steps

let her get drunk that night at the

you have a good memory. Hopefully, you remember that you’re married

jaw clenches, “are you coming with me?” He asks as he returns his attention to me. It was pretty evident that

friends and Atticus; I knew

a

my response, but he doesn’t try to convince me again. My answer would have been different if I was the one that

her drunk again.” Atticus points out. “There are many guests here. I would hate for there to be

worry.” Clara cuts in. “We will take

looks hesitant to leave, but he finally attempts to do

at him as he walks

his brothers, not just them but to Anya as well. She smirks at me and walks over to him once more. She’s intentionally trying

rolls her eyes, “now I

don’t think that’s a good idea. He’s right; there are many important guests present tonight. My parents are here as well. I don’t want to get into another argument

ever change your mind, the bottle isn’t far away. It will help ease all your stress. Clara always told me how good it made her feel, but I only got to experience it at the beach that day. Though, the next day all

knew what it felt like after that beautiful yet

feelings whenever

I thank them wholeheartedly. “I’m happy to see you both here. I’ve been feeling a bit depressed, but you have definitely brightened up my night. There’s just something about you; I always feel better