Chapter 12

News of Arthur and Isla's sudden wedding was nothing short of explosive. After all, it was a brother-in-law marrying his widowed sister-in-law. To add more spice to the drama, the Selwyns' heir, Adam, was growing up to resemble Arthur. The guests whispered among themselves, trading glances under the glittering lights. The wedding had never been meant to be this extravagant. Alas, the Woods insisted on throwing a grand spectacle by inviting nearly all of the city's upper-crust members. Paul and Barbara were forced to plaster on smiles. However, everyone knew that those smiles were hiding teeth that wanted to rip and tear. Even they couldn't understand what was going on. How could Arthur, who only days ago had been raging at Isla and professing undying love for Maya, dance to the Woods' tune? The only explanation anyone could come up with was the baby. As murmurs swelled, Isla swanned into the hall in a snow-white gown. Due to her pregnancy, she had chosen an empire-waist gown tha