Chapter 19 Reception

• The moment Liam and I step out onto the floor for our first dance as husband and wife, the room erupts in applause. All our family and friends are here to witness and celebrate our fake love. Even my parents, who are standing like a silent sentry in the corner, applaud my supposed-to-be joyful day, including the man I had chosen. Unfortunately, Liam’s parents are not here.
• Liam and I move gracefully around the room to the lilting music. Our movement is in perfect harmony with one another. Looking into Liam’s eyes, I am reminded of the first time I had seen him in the police station. He enters angry then, but I am more furious about my cheater ex-boyfriend. And yet, even then, I find him handsome.
• We move together to the center of the hall. He places his hands on my waist and pulls me closer to his body. I take a deep breath as I feel the desire welling inside me.