Married at First Sight

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Abby denied it. "No. We're not a couple, so how could we fight? He's still chasing me. I haven't agreed to be his girlfriend."

"You're just being stubborn," Adalee said. "You've been into him for a long time. He's all you think about."

News of Paisley trying to win over Evan had reached even their second aunt, and Adalee- being the CEO and more connected-heard about it even sooner. Everyone knew that Paisley had always been Abby's rival.

Not that Abby ever wanted the competition, but Paisley insisted on it. Over time, they became bitter enemies.

Paisley's happiest years were probably when Abby left to train under her master. They weren't in the same school or social circles back then. Paisley had hoped it would stay that way.

But when Abby came back, they were classmates again—and Abby was even better than before.

Back in school, Paisley had rallied girls to bully Abby, but Abby quickly put a stop to it. After getting shut down twice, her followers scattered like mice from a cat. That only made Paisley more resentful. Abby was smart and strong.

Abby said coolly, "He's not mine. Anyone's free to pursue him. If someone else can win him over, then his love for me wasn't real to begin with. And if he's not loyal now, it's better to find out before marriage than after. That kind of betrayal hurts more."

Adalee studied her. "You say there's no problem, but you're clearly upset. You can be honest with me-what happened?"

Abby stayed quiet. "I can handle it, sis. If we're done here, I'll get back to work." Adalee sighed. "Alright. Just remember-believe in Evan. He doesn't strike me as the type to mess around. And really, is there any girl out there better than you?" Abby replied, "I think I'm great-but I'd never say I'm the best. There's always someone better. And in love, being the 'best' doesn't always matter. Sometimes, someone way below your level still steals your guy. Men's hearts can be hard to read. Their tastes shift. Some want someone who leans on them and makes them feel strong."

Adalee laughed. "Okay, okay. I'll stop now. Go get your work done." Abby left.

When she got back to her office, her secretary greeted her. "Vice President,noveldrama

President York is in the VIP room waiting for you. He's asked me a bunch of times

when you'll be back and called you nonstop. I think he's really anxious." Abby's mood lifted instantly.

But she kept her face calm and just nodded.