Loving you was a mistake- Steve Johnson and Margaret Smith
"Loving You Was a Mistake" is a captivating tale of love, revenge, and redemption that follows the tumultuous journey of Margaret Smith and Steve Johnson. Forced into a contract marriage orchestrated by Steve out of a misguided belief that Margaret was involved with his sister's husband, Margaret finds herself bewildered by Steve's sudden animosity towards her. The narrative unfolds from their wedding day, where Steve's plan to enact revenge on Margaret begins. As Steve deliberately orchestrates circumstances to make Margaret fall for him, his initial intentions blur as he witnesses Margaret's genuine affection. However, his resolve wavers, and he decides to abandon her, only to realize his true feelings too late. Through a series of flashbacks, the story delves into the origins of the misunderstanding, unraveling the intricate web of deceit and betrayal that led to their strained relationship. As Steve comes to terms with his mistakes, he embarks on a quest to win back Margaret's trust and affection. The novel explores themes of fake love, revenge, drama, and forgiveness as Margaret grapples with the decision to forgive Steve or sever ties with him permanently. Ultimately, "Loving You Was a Mistake" is a poignant tale of love's power to overcome even the deepest wounds, leaving readers questioning whether love can truly conquer all.
Chapter 10 "Beneath the Surface: A Sister's Influence"
Margaret stood her ground, refusing to comply with Steve's commands, his patience wore thin. With a menacing glare, he seized her by the ears, his voice a harsh whisper in her ear. "You know I'm your husband. Do as I say, or else."
Margaret's heart pounded with fear, but her defiance remained unyielding. "What will you do?" she challenged, her voice trembling with suppressed anger.
As the knocking on the door persisted, Steve's frustration reached its boiling point. Brandishing his belt, he issued a chilling ultimatum. "Do you want me to hit you with this, or will you follow my orders?" His fingers prodded her waist with a cruel insistence, sending a shiver down her spine.
Terrified, Margaret relented, her spirit crushed beneath the weight of Steve's threats. With trembling hands, she crawled onto the bed, her body tense with fear as she feigned sleep, obedient to Steve's commands.
As Steve opened the door to Ashley, Margaret held her breath, her heart pounding in her chest. Steve's performance was flawless, his casual demeanor a stark contrast to the tension that simmered beneath the surface. But when Ashley's eyes fell upon the lipstick marks on Steve's neck, her teasing remarks pierced the air like daggers, a painful reminder of the deceit that bound them all.
With a forced smile, Steve bid Ashley farewell, his facade crumbling the moment she left the room. Turning to Margaret, he caressed her forehead with a false tenderness. "Good slave," he murmured, his words dripping with condescension. "Listen to me like this, and I'll treat you well."
With a disdainful gesture, he tossed her clothes onto her face and disappeared into the washroom, leaving Margaret alone with her shame and humiliation. And as she gathered the strength to change the bedsheets, her heart ached with the knowledge that she was trapped in a nightmare from which there seemed to be no escape.
Margaret stepped out of the washroom, she felt a mixture of embarrassment and determination wash over her. The bite marks on her neck served as a stark reminder of Steve's manipulation, but she refused to let his actions dictate her self-worth. With a steely resolve, she vowed to confront Ashley and reveal the truth about their marriage.
As she dressed in a pink dress, Margaret meticulously covered the hickey marks with concealer, determined to hide the evidence of Steve's cruelty. But her efforts were in vain as Steve approached her, his eyes lingering on her beauty with an unsettling intensity.
Before Margaret could react, Steve took the concealer from her hand and wiped it away, his touch sending a shiver down her spine. His sudden change in behavior left her bewildered, unsure of his intentions as he whispered softly in her ear.
"These are my love bites, don't hide them," he murmured, his lips trailing kisses down her neck. Margaret's heart raced with confusion, her mind reeling from the whirlwind of emotions that swept through her.
But their intimate moment was shattered by the sound of Ashley's coughing, a stark reminder of the reality they faced. With a hurried departure, Ashley left them alone, her words echoing in the air as she called them to the dining table.
As Ashley's footsteps faded away, Steve pushed Margaret back, his sudden aggression a jarring contrast to his earlier tenderness. Margaret's heart sank as she realized the truth behind his changed behavior—Steve's actions were driven by his desire to appease his sister, not out of genuine affection for her.
With a deep breath, Margaret composed herself, steeling her resolve as she took Steve's hand and followed him to the dining table. Despite the turmoil raging within her, she knew that confronting Steve would only escalate the tension between them. For now, she would bide her time, waiting for the right moment to reveal the truth and reclaim her dignity.