Chapter 6

I closed my eyes and let the memories play out in my mind. A moment later, I felt warmth settling over me. When I opened my eyes, Marcus was draping a light blanket across my shoulders. Our eyes met, and he looked slightly uncomfortable as he adjusted the blanket higher. "Get some rest. I'll wake you when we land." I clutched the blanket, my feelings complicated. Even now, I still didn't understand why Marcus had stepped forward to marry me that day. I'd heard he and Ryan had been childhood friends for over a decade. Their bond was way stronger than anything I'd ever had with Ryan. When Ryan came after me at the airport, I'd already given up hope. I was certain Marcus would hand me over. Unexpectedly, he cut ties completely with his friends for my sake. But I couldn't understand what he wanted from me. My mind was blank, and I couldn't think of one thing about myself that was worth anything to him. I was a lonely orphan with no one to rely on, no savings, and nothing to offer a