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Escaping a contracted love

In the bustling city of New York, amidst the glittering skyscrapers and bustling streets, lives Emily Sinclair, a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage of convenience. Born into privilege, Emily's life was meticulously planned by her wealthy parents, who arranged a marriage with the charming but enigmatic Daniel Hawthorne to secure a lucrative business alliance. As Emily struggles to reconcile her dreams of love and independence with her stifling reality, she makes a daring decision to escape her contractual prison. With nothing but a suitcase, a handful of savings, and the determination to rediscover her true self, Emily disappears into the city's labyrinthine streets. As she navigates the challenges of an unfamiliar world, Emily encounters a diverse cast of characters who help her find her inner strength and purpose. Along the way, she crosses paths with a charismatic artist, a compassionate social worker, and a supportive group of friends who become her allies in the pursuit of freedom. "The Runaway Bride: Escaping a Contracted Love" is a gripping tale of self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring quest for true love in a world where choices are often made for us. Will Emily find the courage to break free from her contract and embrace a life of authenticity, or will the shadows of her past continue to haunt her? This novel explores the timeless themes of love, identity, and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity.

krystal_obaka · Thành thị

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6 Chs

A world unfamiliar

Chapter 3: A World Unfamiliar

Emily made her way through the labyrinthine corridors of the luxury hotel where the wedding was taking place. Her heart raced with each step, her senses heightened by the adrenaline coursing through her veins. She had rehearsed this escape plan in her mind countless times, but the reality was far more exhilarating and perilous.

Her escape attire allowed her to blend in with the hotel staff as she moved silently through the back passages. She had chosen this particular venue for its size and complexity, a place where she could easily disappear into the crowd, or in her case, among the hotel staff.

Her small bag, filled with essentials and a meager amount of cash, was clutched tightly in her hand. It was her lifeline to a future of her own making. Every step brought her closer to freedom, but it also meant leaving behind everything she had ever known.

As she approached the service exit, Emily's heart sank. A burly security guard stood posted at the door, his imposing figure blocking her path. Panic welled up inside her, threatening to engulf her in despair.

She needed a distraction, a way to divert the guard's attention long enough to slip through the exit. Desperation gave birth to a reckless idea. Emily approached a nearby tray of empty champagne glasses, each one still glistening with a few droplets of liquid.

With a quick, deliberate motion, she knocked the tray to the floor, sending the glasses shattering in a cascade of sound. The guard turned toward the noise, his eyes widening in surprise. It was the moment Emily had been waiting for.

She dashed for the exit, her heart pounding in her chest. The alarm bells were ringing in her ears, but she couldn't stop now. She burst through the door and into the cool night air, leaving the chaos of the wedding behind.

Emily found herself in a narrow alleyway, her breath coming in ragged gasps. She glanced back at the illuminated windows of the hotel, a world she had just escaped from. It felt like a dream, and yet the weight of her small bag and the cool breeze on her skin were all too real.

With determination and a touch of fear, Emily began her journey into a world unfamiliar, one where she would forge her own path, away from the constraints of a contracted love that had threatened to suffocate her.

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