Chapter 3

Olivia curiously lifted the side of her veil to see the man’s appearance and was stunned into speechlessness. The man was at least 190cm with jet black hair that was sleeked back to show off his clear forehead and amber eyes that looked like burning flames. His lips were a light pink colour and his smile exposed a row of straight white teeth and a dimple on one of his cheeks. He was truly remarkable. Chloe had stayed back to continue to ridicule Olivia, but didn’t expect the man she thought was trash was actually going to be so stunning. Olivia looked at Chloe’s dazed expression and, for the first time that day, she wanted to laugh. She watched as Chloe completely tossed Samuel out of her mind and rushed toward Alexander, and Olivia rolled her eyes as she let go of her veil. She did not want to partake in any drama that would occur because of Chloe’s stupidity. Samuel was so angry at Chloe’s actions that he just turned around and went into the venue. At this point, it was too late for him to regret it. His Olivia was already going to be someone else’s and he didn’t have the right to ask her not to get married. Alexander gave his things to the best man and went to Olivia’s side, completely ignoring Chloe, who had been chattering non-stop next to him. “I’m really sorry for being late,” Alexander apologised again in a low voice and for the first time, Olivia felt some satisfaction for the groom. She had never met him before and the impression she had was what she had heard from her family, which wasn’t anything good. But it looked like there might be some misunderstandings, as he wasn’t as bad as she expected him to be. “Then, shall we?” Alexander asked and offered her his arm. Olivia nodded and placed her hand on his elbow cooperatively, catching a glimpse of a brooch on the lapel of his jacket. As a fashion enthusiast, she recognised it immediately. It was a popular piece with insiders, and just by looking at it, she knew that the rumours that it cost two million should be true. But wasn’t Alexander a good for nothing with no job? How can he afford something at that price point if he is being shunned by his family? Alexander noticed that her gaze lingered on his brooch and could guess the thoughts that were running around in her head. Just then, the doors in front of them opened, and they were required to walk in together. The guests stood up to welcome the future couple, and the two walked slowly towards the altar. Alexander could still sense that Olivia was still thinking about the brooch because she kept stealing glances at it. With an amused smile, he bent his head a bit and spoke into her ear. “Don’t worry, it’s fake. My friend lent it to me,” he whispered. When Olivia felt his warm breath on her ear, she flinched unconsciously. Alexander didn’t mind it and just stood upright again and continued walking with her to the altar. Although it was a short interaction, Olivia had been able to catch the familiar scent of pine trees, slightly sharp, sweet and refreshing, a bit like the scent of winter. She couldn’t help but think that they have probably encountered each other before. It was elusive, but she knew for sure. His voice and scent were too familiar. The two arrived at the altar, and the officiant started the wedding ceremony. The two of them repeated their vows to each other, an action that cemented their relationship with each other. Alexander reached into his pocket and took out the rings that he had prepared and the two of them finished going through the motions. “I now pronounce you as husband and wife. You may kiss the bride,” the officiant said and Alexander lifted the sheer white veil from her face. Olivia saw him pause for a moment before he smiled gently at her and she quickly looked away from him. Feeling amused, Alexander hooked his index finger and used it to lift her chin so that she would look up at him. At this moment, Olivia could feel a hot gaze burning the side of her face and she could guess how indignant Chloe was for missing out on such a handsome guy. As she was busy amusing herself with her thoughts, the distance between them closed. Seeing his unreadable eyes, Olivia nervously closed her own before Alexander’s lips connected with hers in a gentle kiss, and as if on cue, her cheeks blushed red with shyness.