Chapter 14

A single, brief sentence instantly swept away all the gloom in Adrian's heart. A surge of wild joy crashed over him like a tide, submerging him in it completely. He couldn't stop the smile on his face as his hands trembled slightly with excitement. After the rush of exhilaration, he couldn't wait to dial his assistant's number. "Drop everything you're doing right now and prepare the grandest, most romantic wedding for me! "No, that's not right. Have a custom suit made for me first, and a diamond ring. Make sure it's Bella's favorite pink diamond. And the wedding dress must…" When he hung up, he was still immersed in joy. … Three days passed in the blink of an eye. That day, he arrived early and waited at the courthouse's entrance. In his hand was a large bouquet of fresh, vibrant roses. He stood there with a hopeful look in his eyes. It felt as if even the air around him had turned sweet. The clock hands slowly crept toward 2:00 pm, yet Isabella still hadn't appeared. He wanted