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.
The Butterfly Effect 1
ELIJAH'S POV
Wheeling myself down the balcony, I navigated the crowded party with practiced ease, nodding to acquaintances and ignoring the curious stares. The noise from the ballroom spilled outside, a discordance of laughter and clinking glasses, but I found comfort in its familiarity. Just as I was about to re-enter the party, a familiar figure appeared in my path.
Deborah stood there, her expression a mix of apprehension and apology. Her auburn hair fell loosely over her shoulders, and her green dress shimmered in the dim light.
"Hey," she whispered.
"Hi," I replied, managing a small smile.
"Elijah," she began, a hint of regret in her voice, "I know I shouldn't have come. I know my father is responsible for this but I still feel this is my fault. The last thing I want to do is cause more issues between you and your parents."