Betrothed To The Cold Billionaire

**CRESCENT HIGH SCHOOL**

When Steven parked the car at the school’s driveway, a lot of students’ attentions were attracted. Basically all of the students in CHS ran out to see who it was that owned the latest GTR.

I almost forgot, Adrian had told Steven to take me to school with his own personal cars from today onwards. I don’t know what was his reason, I guess to show off.

This was the first time a car as fancy as this would be driven by a student in this school. Even though this school was filled up with wealthy students from all over Miami, they weren’t able to own a car like this as they were still students.

No parent’s would allow their child to move around with cars like this even though they can afford it, not even my parents. As I stepped out of the car, I could hear whispers amongst the students.

“Like I had thought, she’s the owner of the car.”

“Why wouldn’t she be the one? She’s the only one that have someone that would get her hundreds of this car without even blinking an eye.” Another said.

“Seeing how she’s glowing today, I bet her honeymoon was a very successful one.” I wondered how they manage to find out that I was on my honeymoon.

The only people that knew about it were mine and Adrian’s family and Sandy. I doubt Sandy would even bother to tell anyone else. No pictures backing the rumors have surfaced online yet so I wonder who started it.

“I really envy Ariel. If I was given the chance that she had, I wouldn’t think twice in marrying a crippled. Afterall, I get to enjoy this type of wealthy lifestyle.” A lady whispered.

I chuckled within myself when I heard that. I wonder what these jealous stricken ladies would do when they find out that Adrian isn’t the person they think that he is.

As I walked into the school building, the students that were surrounding me gave way for me to pass and most of them were taking my photos, and pictures of my car. I bet it would be a very big news in the next ten minutes.

I felt like a celebrity as more students kept coming out of their classes to see me. What am I even saying? I am a celebrity. I walked with my shoulders held high till I got to where my locker was.

I opened it and peeped in. Like I had expected, it was somehow dusty as no one was around to tend to it so I quickly closed it back so my body wouldn’t be stained by the dust.

“Finally, our very own Mrs. Montgomery is back.” I heard Sandy’s teasing voice and I turned back only to see her giving me a knowing smile.

“Sandy..” I called happily as I gave her a very tight hug.

“Oh my baby… did you miss me that much?” She asked as she returned the hug.

“Isn’t it obvious?” I asked back as I pulled away from the hug.

“I doubt you missed me that much as you have been engrossed with your husband’s presence.” She said in a teasing manner and I answered with a very wide smile.

“Hold up… you’re smiling.” She uttered in shock.

“So??”

“What do you mean by so?? Normally, when I make a joke like that, you would get mad but today, you’re actually smiling at me. Wait.. wait.. don’t tell me…”

“It’s exactly what you’re thinking..” I said to her and she screamed in excitement, attracting attention towards us.

“Quiet will you..”

“Sorry, it’s just that I never thought that this day would come so soon. I mean, about a week ago, you guys were at each other’s necks. What changed??” She asked in surprise.

“We decided to sort out our differences.” I answered.

“Just like that?” She asked in a doubting tone.

“Yes.”

“More like he decided to apologize to you?” She asked again.

“Yes.” I said with a small chuckle.

“I knew it.. I know that you Ariel would never ever sort things out with him that easily.”

“Don’t put it that way. It was very easy.”

“Try telling that to Adrian. From what you’ve explained to me, I can tell that Adrian isn’t someone that would just apologize easily for their wrongdoings. I’m sure it took him a lot to say those ‘simple’ words to you.” She said while making air quotes when she got to the simple part.

“Well, maybe it was hard for him. But what matters now is we’re past that.” I said.

“You’re right. I’m sure settling differences wasn’t the only things you guys did.” My eyes widened when I understood what she was saying.

“What are you saying Sandy?” I asked as I playfully swatted her arm.

“You’re blushing. That means something really did happen.” She said as she poked on my red cheeks lightly. I was too shy to say anything so just nodded my head slightly.NôvelD(ram)a.ôrg owns this content.

“Oh my God. So you’ve finally lost it??” She whispered in shock.

“Yes..”

“Wow, oh Lord.”

“Is it that shocking?” I asked.

“Don’t you know?? You’ve always been talking about how you’d lose it to the right person. You didn’t even let Lucas go past kissing and romancing when you were still in love with him. ‘I’m sorry’ was all it took to get you to open your legs wide for Adrian.”

“You make it sound like I’m a slut.”

“I’m sorry if it came out that way but I’m just too surprised. I mean, you of all people and to him of all people. You hated him so much.” She reminded.

“I know but my feelings changed.” I answered.

“Do you love him?” She suddenly asked.

“What??” I was startled by that question.

“You didn’t think twice in sleeping with him so I figured you’ve already started to harbor some sort of feelings for him.”

“Honestly, I’m not even sure about how I feel about him. All I know is that I always want to be with him, I always miss him whenever he isn’t close to me, his touch, his soothing voice and how he smiles at me….” Sandy smiled happily as I rambled on and on.

“Girl.. you’ve fallen in deep..”

“What?? No, that isn’t love.” I denied.

“If that isn’t love, what would you call it??”

“I don’t know but I’m sure as hell that I’m not in love with Adrian. I mean, why would I be??”

“Fine… fine.. I get it, you aren’t in love with him.” She muttered as she raised her hands in mock surrender.

“Thank you and don’t ever mention that again.” I warned.

“Alright then. Now that your differences are settled, I’m sure you’ll be taking him as your date to the prom.”

“Prom??”

“Yes prom. Have you forgotten about it already? It has been announced since last week… oh sorry, you weren’t around.” She said.

I was about to say something when I noticed Bianca walking towards us so my expression became instantly sour. Is she trying to make trouble this morning? Well, if that’s what she came for, she’s in for a fight. That was what I thought until she did the unthinkable.

“Ariel, how was your honeymoon??” She asked politely as she gave me a very sweet smile, contrary to the way she used to stare at me before.

I was really shocked so I turned towards Sandy to check if she had just witnessed what I did. Sandy’s express was no different from mine. What has gotten into Bianca??