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 12 "Beneath the Facade: A Dangerous Dance"
As Steve's jealousy simmered beneath the surface, Margaret felt the weight of his gaze upon her, his silent warning echoing in her ears. But she refused to be intimidated, steeling herself for the confrontation that lay ahead.
With each passing moment, Margaret felt the tension in the air grow thicker, a silent battle of wills raging between them. But as Steve's grip tightened around her, she knew that now was not the time to back down, to let fear dictate her actions.
Summoning every ounce of courage she possessed, Margaret met Steve's gaze head-on, her voice steady despite the nerves that threatened to consume her. "Steve," she began, her tone firm and unwavering, "we need to talk."
Steve's eyes narrowed, his expression darkening as he regarded her with a mixture of anger and suspicion. But before he could respond, Robert interjected, his voice filled with triumph as he observed the tension between them.
Steve's jaw clenched, his temper on the verge of boiling over as he struggled to maintain his composure. But when Ashley questioned him about the source of his agitation, Steve's response was deceptively calm, a thinly veiled attempt to deflect attention away from the true source of his anger.
Margaret watched him closely, her heart pounding in her chest as she waited for him to make a move. But to her surprise, Steve's demeanor softened, his anger giving way to a disturbingly tender display of affection.
With a sinking feeling in the pit of her stomach, Margaret realized that she had awoken a beast within Steve, a dark and dangerous force that threatened to consume them both. But as she braced herself for the storm that was about to come, she vowed to stand firm in the face of adversity, to never back down in her quest for the truth.
Steve pulled Margaret onto his lap and initiated a series of affectionate gestures, Margaret couldn't shake the feeling of unease that gnawed at her from within. Despite his outward display of kindness, she knew all too well the true nature of his intentions, his manipulative tactics designed to maintain control over her.
With each bite she fed him, Steve's demands for kisses grew more insistent, his fingers digging into her waist as a silent reminder of the consequences she would face if she dared to defy him. And though Margaret complied out of fear, her heart sank with each feigned display of affection, a bitter reminder of the prison she found herself trapped within.
Margaret watched Ashley and Robert leave, a sense of foreboding washed over her, sending shivers down her spine. She knew that Steve's patience was wearing thin, and the thought of what he might do in his rage filled her with dread.
With trembling hands, Margaret resolved to find a way to confide in Ashley about the truth of her marriage to Steve, but she knew that she had to tread carefully. She couldn't risk Steve finding out her plans, for she knew that the consequences would be dire.
As the door closed behind Ashley and Robert, Margaret's heart raced with a mixture of fear and determination. She knew that she had to act fast if she wanted to protect herself from Steve's wrath.
But as she turned to face him, she found herself staring into the cold, unforgiving gaze of her husband, his eyes burning with a fiery intensity that sent a chill down her spine.
"Margaret," he said, his voice dripping with venom, "we need to talk."