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 11 "Testing the Waters: A Dangerous Game"
As they descended the stairs, Margaret felt Steve's grip tighten around her, a silent reminder of the role she was forced to play in their twisted charade. His whispered words echoed in her ears, a chilling command to behave as the obedient wife he expected her to be.
As they reached the dining table, Margaret couldn't help but notice the flicker of anger in Steve's eyes as he greeted Robert. His hold on her tightened, a silent warning to toe the line in front of their unexpected guest. Margaret's mind raced with questions, her thoughts consumed by the mystery of Steve's animosity towards her and his sudden change in behavior in the presence of Robert.
With a forced smile, Margaret took her seat, steeling herself for the uncomfortable meal that lay ahead. As Steve began to feed her, his gaze lingered on Robert, his actions a silent declaration of possession. Margaret felt a surge of anger rise within her, a defiance against the chains of control that bound her to this loveless marriage.
But as Ashley teased them, Margaret forced a smile, her heart heavy with the burden of their shared deception. With each bite of food, she felt the weight of Steve's expectations pressing down upon her, a reminder of the sacrifice she had been forced to make in the name of duty.
As the meal dragged on, Margaret's mind whirled with questions, her thoughts consumed by the mystery of Robert's presence and its connection to her tumultuous relationship with Steve. She knew that she needed to uncover the truth, to break free from the web of lies and deceit that threatened to consume them all.
But for now, all she could do was play her part, to pretend to be the loving wife that Steve demanded her to be, even as her heart longed for the freedom she so desperately craved. And as she forced herself to take another bite of food, Margaret vowed to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.
As Margaret's thoughts drifted, she failed to notice the brewing storm of anger in Steve's eyes. Misinterpreting her distraction as a sign of emotional attachment to Robert, Steve's fury ignited, his grip on her hand tightening beneath the table with a force that caused her bracelet to snap, its sharp edges piercing her skin.
With a stifled cry of pain, Margaret reacted instinctively, her heel coming down hard on Steve's foot. He winced in agony, but his glare only intensified as Ashley innocently inquired about Margaret's injury.
Quickly, Steve concocted a lie, weaving a tale of intimacy gone awry to explain Margaret's forehead injury. As Ashley teased him, Margaret's heart sank, but she couldn't help but notice the tension in Robert's clenched fists, a silent testament to the tumultuous emotions brewing beneath his calm exterior.
Observing both Steve's uncharacteristic happiness and Robert's hidden fury, Margaret's suspicions deepened. She was certain now that the key to understanding Steve's hatred lay in his connection to Robert. Determined to uncover the truth, Margaret resolved to delve deeper into the tangled web of deceit that bound them all.
Ashley casually mentioned her desire to stay for a few days, Margaret seized the opportunity to test Steve's patience, a risky move she knew could have dire consequences. With a smile, she engaged Robert in conversation about his upcoming trip, carefully observing Steve's reaction out of the corner of her eye.
True to form, Steve's anger simmered just beneath the surface, his jaw clenched in silent fury. But to Margaret's surprise, he remained outwardly composed, even going so far as to lovingly feed her a bite of food.
Beneath the guise of affection, Margaret sensed a warning, a silent reminder of the consequences she would face if she dared to defy him. But she refused to back down, her determination to uncover the truth outweighing the fear that gripped her heart.
As Steve's hand brushed against her lips, Margaret forced a smile, her mind racing with thoughts of the secrets that lay hidden beneath the surface. And as she continued to play her part in their twisted charade, she vowed to unravel the tangled web of deceit that bound them all, no matter the cost.