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 19 "Betrayal and Revelations
As they walked together towards the car, Steve's demeanor was cold and unyielding. He instructed the driver to hand over the car keys, insisting that he would take the wheel. Margaret's heart sank as she realized that Steve's anger had not subsided.
Steve made a call home, his voice stern and commanding as he ordered all the staff to vacate the premises immediately and not return for a week. Margaret's anxiety heightened as she wondered what awaited her at home, but Steve's silence offered no answers.
As Steve sped the car down the road, his eyes filled with fury. Margaret attempted to speak, her voice trembling with fear and uncertainty, but Steve cut her off with a sharp glare. "Not right now," he snapped, his tone leaving no room for argument.
Margaret's mind raced with thoughts as she sat beside Steve, her eyes fixed on the rustication letter and the exchange program form clutched tightly in her hands. Tears welled up in her eyes as the weight of her situation bore down on her, her heart heavy with the fear of what was to come.
Margaret trembled with fear as Steve increased the speed of the car, her knuckles turning white as she clutched his hand, pleading with him to slow down. But Steve's fury only intensified, and he violently threw her hands away, his voice booming in the confined space of the car as he shouted at her not to touch him.
As they reached home, Steve wasted no time in dragging Margaret towards his study room. With a forceful push, he threw her away from him, causing her to stumble and fall to the ground. Breathing heavily, Steve seated himself on the edge of the table, his eyes blazing with anger as he glared down at her.
"Why did you lie, Margaret?" he demanded, his voice laced with a dangerous edge.
Margaret's voice trembled as she tried to explain, "Steve, I... I received a call from Mr. Willson this morning, asking me to meet him urgently. I lied because I knew you wouldn't let me go to college."
Steve's grip on her hair tightened, causing her to wince in pain. With his other hand, he caressed her face, his expression a mixture of anger and confusion. "You could have told me," he growled. "I would have allowed you to go. Why did you lie?"
Margaret's heart raced as she struggled to find the right words. "I... I was scared," she confessed, her voice barely above a whisper. "I didn't know how you would react. I thought..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Steve twisted her arm, causing her to gasp in pain. "What did Mr. Willson say?" he demanded, his eyes narrowing with anger.
Margaret winced as she spoke, her voice trembling with fear. "He... He handed me the rustication papers," she stammered. "He said that the MD had revoked my scholarship and rusticated me."
As the words left her lips, Margaret realized the truth: Steve was the MD who had made the decision to ruin her future. She felt a surge of betrayal and hurt, wondering why he would do such a thing to her.
Steve released Margaret from his hold and began to laugh mockingly. "Wow, how early did you realize?" he sneered. "You are indeed dumb."
Margaret's eyes blazed with fury as she slapped him across the face. She grabbed his collar, her voice shaking with rage. "Why did you do this?" she demanded. "What did I do to you? Why did you ruin my future?"
Tears streamed down Margaret's cheeks as she confronted Steve, her emotions raw and intense. "You know me from before," she cried out. "You planned everything!"
But Steve's laughter only intensified, echoing coldly in the room. Margaret's heart sank as she fell to the ground, feeling utterly betrayed and helpless in the face of his cruel indifference.