The bride that never was
When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.
Afterglow 3
ISAAC'S POV
"You jerk!" Imogen exclaimed, but her laughter betrayed her amusement. I couldn't help but grin as I turned back to the stove, flicking on the burner and setting the pan down with a satisfying clang.
As I busied myself with warming up the food, I could hear Imogen's soft footsteps padding around the living room. The sound of her presence filled the apartment with a warmth that had nothing to do with the heat emanating from the stove.
Once the dish was heated through, I carefully transferred it to a plate, arranging it as neatly as I could. I'd never been one for presentation, but something about Imogen made me want to try harder, to impress her even with the smallest gestures.
"Hey," I called out, peering into the living room. "Food's ready. Come on over to the dining room."