Married To My Ex-Husband’s Rival by Jobet GraySon

Chapter Seventy Three Third Person POV.

Richard walked into the dimly lit bar, the familiar buzz of conversations and clinking glasses enveloping him. He scanned the room until he spotted Killian at the bar, a half-empty glass of whiskey in front of him. Richard made his way through the crowd, tapping Killian lightly on the back to call his attention.

Killian turned, his face lighting up with a smile, as he saw Richard. “Hey, there he is!” he exclaimed, raising his glass in a mock salute. “To what do | owe the pleasure of this unexpected outing? | didn’t think I'd be seeing you at a bar for at least six months since you seem so preoccupied with your wife.” Richard settled onto the bar stool next to Killian, motioning for the bartender to serve him his usual drink. He let out a small sigh before answering. “Well, | needed to talk to someone, K. And you're the only one I can trust with this.” Killian furrowed his brows, concem etching his features. “What's wrong, Richard? Did something happen? Did you and Amber already get into a fight?” he asked. “You know you can always count on me, no matter what.” Richard took a moment to collect his thoughts, swirling the amber liquid in his glass. He knew that what he was about to say would shock Killian, and there was no easy way to break the news. “No, we didn’t fight, but | do want to tell you the truth. Amber and I... our marriage, it isn’t real,” he finally confessed.

He knew he had specifically told Amber that they weren't allowed to tell their friends, but with everything that had been on his mind lately, he desperately wanted to talk to the one person he knew was an expert when it cto women and feelings.

Killian stared at Richard, his eyes widening in disbelief. “What?” he exclaimed, his voice filled with disbelief. “But... but you two seemed so happy together. | thought...” Richard interrupted him with a shake of his head. “I know, | know. We put on a good show, didn't we? But it was all a contract, Killian, We got married to benefit both our lives, but there are no feelings between us, or should | say there were no feelings between us.” 1/4 * BINANCE P2P 0 Transaction Fees when using a PKA - 14.21 sat, 2 Mar DG 35%2 Chapter Seventy Three 15 Stars Killian shook his head in disbelief, a mixture of shock and disappointment etched on his face. “I should have known something was off when you suddenly announced that you were getting married.” muttered, his voice tinged with disbelief. “You, Richard Romero, who has always condemned the idea o marriage, suddenly settling down? It just didn’t make sense.” Richard sighed, running a hand through his hair in frustration. “I know, | know,” he replied. “I was actually surprised that you believedso easily, and | know | should have told you the truth much sooner, but for obvious reasons, | couldn't.” Killian let out a heavy sigh, leaning back in his seat. “Alright, Richard. Tellwhat the hell happened,” he said. “How did you and Amber meet? And why the hell did you guys get into a contract marriage of all things?” Richard took a moment to gather his thoughts, his gaze fixed on the half-empty glass in front of him. ” As you know, Amber is Kayden'’s ex-wife,” he began, his voice low and tense. “I approached her and offered to help her get revenge on Kayden and her sister. But we had to do it as a married couple; it was the only way to make it work.” Killian’s jaw dropped, his eyes widening in disbelief. “Wait, hold on,” he spluttered. “Are you tellingthat you approached Amber and offered her revenge in exchange for a marriage? Have you lost your mind, Richard?” Richard bristled at Killian’s reaction, shaking his head vehemently. “No, that’s not how | meant it,” he protested. “I knew she was hurting, and | wanted to use her to get back at Kayden for what he did to her. But | also wanted to offer her a way to get revenge, to regain her strength, and also her confidence.” Killian’s confusion only deepened, his eyes narrowing as he processed Richard's explanation. “No amount of explanation is going to make that sound any less messed up, Richard,” he replied, his voice filled with disbelief.

“You approach a vulnerable woman and offer her marriage for revenge? That's not the way to help someone. You could have offered revenge without marriage.” Richard rolled his eyes, frustration bubbling beneath the surface. “This isn’t why | called you out here, Killian,” he snapped, his voice laced with irritation. “I needed someone to talk to and to vent my frustrations, not to have you judgefor a decision | already made.” Killian let out a sigh. His curiosity piqued as he tried to make sense of Richard's contradicting emotions. “So, letget this straight. You calledout here to tellthat your marriage to Amber is a sham, and now you're regretting making the decision to get married?” BINANCE P2P 0 Transaction Fees when using a PKR Richard scoffed, shaking his head in frustration. “No, Killian. The last thing | do is regret marrying Amber. In fact, I'm starting to think it's the best decision I've ever made.” Killian’s eyes widened in surprise. “Wait, hold on. Are you saying that you actually have feelings.

for Amber? Like... real feelings?” AD your daily meals sorted optp OF Foodpanda Order away from OPTP. Burgers, fried chicken or fri.

ORDER NOW Continue Reading Use or to Slop Ads Chapter Seventy Three Third Person PON u glass Richard walked into the aim it bar, the familar best of converstons and clinking s enveloping him. He scanned the room unot be spotted Killan at babaemed glas of the whiskey in front of him. Rchard made his way though the coad tooing Killion light on the bax to call his attention.

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He knew he had specifically told Amber that they weren't allowed to tell their friends, but with everything that had been on his mind lately, he desperately wanted to talk to the one person he knew was an expert when it cto women and feelings Killian stared at Richard, his eyes widening in disbelief. “What?” he exclaimed, his voice filed with disbelief. “But.. but you two seemed so happy together | thought ” Richard interrupted him with a shake of his head. “I know. | know. We put on a good show, didn’t we But it was all a contract. Killian, We got married to benefit both our lives, but there are no feelings between us, or should | say there were no feelings between us 14:22 Sat, 2 Mar DG.

@.35% Clupter Seventy Three 5 Stars Killian shook his head in disbelief, a mixture of shock and disappointment etched on his face. “I should have known something was off when you suddenly announced that you were getting married,” muttered, his voice tinged with disbelief. “You, Richard Romero, who has always condemned the idea of marriage, suddenly settling down? It just didn’t make sense.” Richard sighed, running a hand through his hair in frustration. “I know, | know,” he replied. “I was actually surprised that you believedso easily, and | know | should have told you the truth much sooner, but for obvious reasons, | couldn't.” Killian let out a heavy sigh, leaning back in his seat. “Alright, Richard. Tellwhat the hell happened,” he said. “How did you and Amber meet? And why the hell did you guys get into a contract marriage of all things?” Richard took a moment to gather his thoughts, his gaze fixed on the half-empty glass in front of him.” As you know, Amber is Kayden’s ex-wife,” he began, his voice low and tense. “I approached her and offered to help her get revenge on Kayden and her sister. But we had to do it as a married couple; it was the only way to make it work.” Killian’s jaw dropped, his eyes widening in disbelief. “Wait, hold on,” he spluttered. “Are you tellingthat you approached Amber and offered her revenge in exchange for a marriage? Have you lost your mind, Richard?” Richard bristled at Killian’s reaction, shaking his head vehemently. “No, that’s not how | meant it,” he protested. “I knew she was hurting, and | wanted to use her to get back at Kayden for what he did to her. But | also wanted to offer her a way to get revenge, to regain her strength, and also her confidence.” Killian’s confusion only deepened, his eyes narrowing as he processed Richard's explanation. “No amount of explanation is going to make that sound any less messed up, Richard,” he replied, his voice filled with disbelief. “You approach a vulnerable woman and offer her marriage for revenge? That's not the way to help someone. You could have offered revenge without marriage.” Richard rolled his eyes, frustration bubbling beneath the surface. “This isn’t why | called you out here, Killian,” he snapped, his voice laced with irritation. “I needed someone to talk to and to vent my frustrations, not to have you judgefor a decision | already made.”” Killian let out a sigh. His curiosity piqued as he tried to make sense of Richard's contradicting emotions. “So, letget this straight. You calledout here to tellthat your marriage to Amber is a sham, and now you're regretting making the decision to get married?” 2/4 14:22 sat, 2 Mar G.

35% Clupter Sewnty Three Richard scoffed, shaking his head in frustration. “No, Killian. The last thing | do is regret marrying Amber. In fact, I'm starting to think it's the best decision I've ever made.” 5 Stars Killian’s eyes widened in surprise. “Wait, hold on. Are you saying that you actually have feelings for Amber? Like... real feelings?” AD WIN GRAND NOW! $ PLAY HOW 10x Jackpotland.

WIN GRAND NOW! PLAY NOW Richard took a sip of his drink, his gaze distant as he tried to find the right words. “I hate to admit it, but yes, I... | like her, Killian. More than I'd ever care to admit. And it’s drivingcrazy.” Killian sighed once again, his surprise gradually giving way to a warm smile. “Richard, | can’t believe what I'm hearing,” he said, his voice filled with genuine happiness. “You're tellingthat you've fallen for Amber?” Richard chuckled, a slightly sheepish expression on his face. He took another sip of his drink, his eyes fixed on the amber liquid swirling in his glass. “Yeah, | guess so,” he replied. “I never thought it would happen to me, you know? Falling for anyone wasn’t on my to-do list.” Killian leaned in closer, excitement dancing in his eyes. “Telleverything, Richard,” he urged. “How does it feel? Why is it driving you crazy?” Richard motioned for the bartender to refill his glass, taking a deep breath to steady himself before continuing.

“It's like every thought, every waking moment, is consumed by Amber,” he began. “I can’t sleep properly because all | can think about is her. And when | do finally drift off, she’s in my dreams ton 14:22 Sat, 2 Mar DG.

Three 9 834%2 5 Stars He paused, taking another sip of his drink to gather his thoughts. “It’s not just physical attraction, Killian,” Richard said, his voice filled with genuine emotion. “Yes, she’s beautiful-stunning even. But it's more than that.

It's her presence, the way she carries herself, the way she talks and laughs-everything about her just feels...

perfect. She's so perfect, and it drivesnuts. | currently struggle with controlling myself around her. That's how bad it is.” Killian’s eyes widened in astonishment, a spark of realization flickering in his gaze. “Richard, my friend,” he breathed, a wide grin spreading across his face. “You're in love. There's no doubt about it. What you're feeling for Amber goes beyond anything I've ever seen in you before. It's love, my friend.” “I think you might be right, Killian,” he admitted. “And it's drivinginsane because I've never felt this way about anyone before.” “So, when are you going to tell her how you feel? Or have you told her already?” Killian asked.

Richard shook his head. “No, I didn’t tell her, and | don’t think | ever will,” he responded.

Killian’s smile faltered, concem etched across his face as he listened to Richard's words. “Wait. you” re saying you have no intention of telling Amber how you feel? But why. Richard? She's already your wife, so there's no big deal in telling her how you feel.” Richard let out a heavy sigh, his gaze filled with a mix of longing and resignation. “I know, Killian, I know. Believe me, | want nothing more than to tell Amber how strongly | feel about her and how much she means to me. But there's a problem.” Killian furrowed his brows, his voice laced with confusion. “What do you mean, a problem? Richard, you can’t just let this chance slip away. If you're in love with her, you owe it to yourself and to Amber to be honest about your feelings.” Richard ran a hand through his hair, frustration etched on his face. “It’s not that simple. Killian As much as I'm drawn to Amber and as much as | want to do crazy things with her, | can’t act on these feelings. | refuse to.” Killian’s eyes widened, disbelief clouding his features. “And the reason is because? You better makeunderstand, because I'm not getting you right now.” Richard's shoulders slumped. “Killian, you don’t understand. | may have strong feelings for Amber, but | don’t believe | deserve to share them with her. You know very well that I'm not okay, Killian, I Candy Crush Soda Saga Play Nowr 14:22 Sat, 2 Mar DG.

Chapter Seventy Three 934%2 5 Stars DUL IUONI LUCIICYC | ively slide vichi will ici. Tou Now very well wi@l i THE TV, Ukay, Ivildi. | m just not. I'm broken and filled with a lot of pain and hate. The last thing she needs is someone like me, someone who will only drain her.” Killian rolled his eyes. “No offense, but | doubt Amber is normal seeing how she agreed to marry your for that silly reason. So now that you two are married, how about you stop overthinking and just allow yourself to be happy with her? Who knows, just as she has becyour first love, she could also end up healing you.” Richard shook his head, refusing to let himself be convinced that he wasn’t going to be a bigger problem for Amber.

“You talk like you don’t know me, Killian. Do you know why I've never taken women or relationships seriously? It’s because | know I'm not okay, and for someone like Amber who has been through so much, she deserves to be with someone who's going to bring happiness into her life,” Richard argued.

“Sadly, I'm a man with blood on his hands and a lot of pent-up pain and trauma. And | can’t be the happiness that she deserves,” he added.

Killian sighed. “So you're going to live in the shouse with her, have her as your wife, watch her walk, talk, and smile in front of you, have the urge to be with her, but you won't because you're afraid?” he asked.

Richard chuckled, taking another sip of his drink. “Exactly, Killian. I'd rather suppress myself for as long as we're married than start something I'm not confident | can finish.” Comments for this chapter Continue Reading Use or to Skip Ads