Chapter 1
Category:
Romance
Author:
MeghanWords:698Update time:25/05/26 20:03:23
The wind was howling in my ears. I Janeted at the hand gripping mine and couldn't help but follow as he ran.
"Get in."
The man shoved me into the passenger seat, and the car quickly sped off. A whole bunch of reporters rushed out, trailing behind in the rearview mirror. I couldn't help but gaze at his profile, smooth and sharp, and for a moment, I was completely dazed.
Alastair… Alastair?
The Alastair I had secretly admired for six years during high school? How did he end up at my wedding? And now, why was he running away with me?
"Where do you want to go?"
Alastair's voice broke the silence, a calm and clear tone that instantly hit me like a burst of fireworks in my mind. Was he speaking to me? After twelve years, he was talking to me, and holding my hand.
What should I do?
I felt so excited, so thrilled. I never wanted to wash my hands again.
Alastair saw me lost in thought and assumed I was drowning in sorrow from the wedding crash and runaway groom. His expression darkened, and he floored the gas pedal. I grabbed the seatbelt, fighting the urge to scream.
Moments later, the car stopped outside a bar.
Alastair opened the door and said calmly, "Would you like a drink?"
I got out of the car, awkwardly adjusting the hem of my wedding dress.
"Would it be too strange to go into a bar like this?" Alastair took off his jacket and draped it over my shoulders, his eyes reflecting the small figure that was me.
"You look beautiful."
His gaze made me feel uncomfortable, so I quickly walked into the bar. Perhaps it was still early, as the place was empty. Alastair walked up to the bar and ordered a cocktail, handing it to me.
"Drink up, drink and forget your troubles. Don't be so down anymore."
"Drink up. You won't be sad anymore."
I: "??? I'm not sad! The real deal is right here. Losing a substitute is nothing to be upset about."