Chapter 13

In Seafare City's most exclusive neighborhood, inside a villa in Amber Ridge, Miranda trembled as she scrolled through the comments online. A cold, bitter laugh slipped from her lips. She had already walked away, yet Carson still couldn't let her go, could he? Ivan had just come downstairs when the maid started to speak, but he lifted a hand, signaling her to leave. "Miranda, it's time to get our marriage certificate," he said with a smile as he walked up to her. She stiffened, then took a few steps back. "Ivan, you've probably seen what's all over the internet. My reputation's in ruins. Marrying me just isn't worth it. "Thank you for helping me crash the wedding yesterday. I'm sorry it ended up like this. You can make a post on Facebook to clear your name and distance yourself from me. I'm the one who dragged you into this. I'm sorry." Ivan's expression grew darker with every word. He moved closer, and Miranda took a step back. At last, he lost his patience. He closed the dista