Chapter 17

This was a notarized document. Even though Vanessa wasn't of legal age to marry yet, Leander had gone to get it notarized, officially affirming their relationship. Legally speaking, they were considered a couple, even without a marriage certificate. After reading it over, Vanessa looked up, stunned, locking eyes with Leander's deep gaze. She was overwhelmed-didn't even know where to start. This man, from the moment they met, had always "messed" with her. Everything he said or did made him seem like a total playboy. But now, here he was, offering her this real, serious commitment. She felt a bit shaken at how he always followed through on his words-it was hard to believe how thoughtful he'd been. Before he even proposed, he'd already considered everything about her situation and got this document prepared. She'd be lying if she said she wasn't moved. Even if there wasn't love between them yet, having someone who cared that much... well, that was something. Maybe being with him wasn't th