Chapter 149
Dina quickly moved and followed Sanya and the man outside, her curiosity piqued by the unexpected confrontation.
“Let me go!” Sanya hissed, wrenching her arm away from his grip. “What do you want p>
The man stepped closer, his expression intense. “You know what I want! How dare you impersonate my sister-in-law! How dare you trick me and pretend to be Rain Clayton and go in her stead to register the marriage certificate p>
Dina’s eyes widened in shock. “Just what the hell is going on?!” she muttered, pressing herself against the wall to stay hidden while she eavesdropped.
“Come with me. We need to talk about this. I paid you in full, but you tricked me… I won’t let this slide. You’re lucky my sister-in-law isn’t pursuing legal action against you,” the man insisted.
“Hah! Look who’s talking! Didn’t you impersonate your older brother to register the marriage? So stop spewing nonsense! You’re as guilty as I am!” Sanya shot back, her voice laced with defiance.
The man cursed under his breath. “Come with me right now and let’s talk about this p>
From her concealed position, Dina watched as the two headed toward a nearby car. Her mind raced with the implications of what she had just overheard.
“What the hell! Rain’s marriage is a fraud, registered by two impersonators?!” she cursed, a twisted smile creeping onto her lips. “Well, well, well… Isn’t this amazing? For the first time, I feel happy crossing paths with Sanya like this p>
Dina relished the chaos unfolding, a spark of satisfaction igniting in her as she considered the advantage of having this explosive information. ’This could change everything p>
She chuckled under her breath. ’Who would have thought I’d get such a perfect opportunity handed to me on a silver platter p>
Dina’s heart raced with excitement, her lips curling into a wicked smile. Now, all she had to do was figure out how to use this to her full advantage. Should she go to her parents directly? Blackmail Sanya into submission? Or perhaps, wait for the perfect moment to drop this bombshell when the need arises?
Sanya let William guide her into the car, too dizzy to resist. She had drunk more than ever before, and the alcohol was starting to hit her hard. If William hadn’t shown up, she wasn’t sure what might have happened — she could pass out or do something she’d regret later.
“Why are you bugging me, huh? You’re an impostor too,” she muttered, closing her eyes as the car door clicked shut. “I guess your brother knows the truth now, and you’re in trouble p>
William sighed, keeping his eyes on the road as they pulled away. “You could say that. But let’s get you sobered up before we talk p>
Sanya scoffed, a bitter smile tugging at her lips. “What else is there to talk about? I tricked you, and you tricked me. Stop acting like you’re the only one allowed to deceive people without being deceived yourself p>
She glanced at him through half-closed eyes, her words sharper than her dulled senses. “People like you think you’re untouchable, but you just can’t handle it when someone like me outsmarts you p>
There was a moment of silence, the tension between them thick in the air. But then, unexpectedly, William chuckled lightly, surprising her. “I guess you’re right,” he admitted. “It’s the first time I’ve been tricked like this. My ego took a hit p>
Sanya blinked, not expecting his sudden humility.
“I don’t have the right to condemn you for doing exactly what I did,” William continued quietly. “It’s just hard to accept p>
Sanya smirked wryly, leaning back in her seat. “Well, welcome to the real world, William p>
William stopped the car at a nearby cafe, and as Sanya stepped out, she was surprised to feel a coat being draped over her shoulders. She blinked, looking at William, who stood beside her with an unreadable expression.
“Wear this unless you want to freeze and draw everyone’s attention with that sexy outfit,” he remarked casually before walking ahead toward the café entrance.
Sanya stared after him for a moment, her annoyance momentarily replaced by a smile of mild surprise. “Wow, looks like Mr. Rock did a good job raising his sons, even without help,” she muttered to herself, amused at William’s unexpected chivalry.
Quickly pulling the coat tighter around her, Sanya hurried to follow him inside. He let her relax as he ordered for both of them, and she leaned back in her seat, watching the bustling city lights through the cafe window.
“So, I heard you’re my sister-in-law’s best friend. How did that happen?” William asked, a hint of curiosity in his tone.
Sanya narrowed her eyes at him, suspicious. “What is this? An interview? Surely, you’re not asking because you’re interested in me or something, right p>
William didn’t respond immediately, just stared at her with an amused expression. His silence made her self-conscious, and she snapped, “What p>
He smirked slightly, leaning back in his chair. “Relax. I’m not trying to interrogate you. I’m just curious how you became so close to my sister-in-law p>
She stared at him for a moment before softening slightly. “Rain’s not like her family. She never cared about where I came from. We met at the orphanage, and even when her dad tried to keep her away, she still came back. She’s always been there for me p>
William leaned forward, his playful tone gone. “Alright, let’s get to the real reason I pulled you out of that bar tonight,” he said, his gaze now sharp and serious. “We’ve got some unfinished business to settle p>
Sanya’s brows shot up. “Business? The last time I checked, we both got what we wanted. I don’t owe you anything,” she replied, her voice dripping with annoyance.
William shook his head slightly, his expression firm. “Here’s the thing—I’m still the client. I went into that agreement thinking I’d be registering a marriage with the real Rain Clayton. You didn’t hold up your end of the deal p>
Sanya crossed her arms and narrowed her eyes. “So, what do you want now?” she asked with her tone a mix of irritation and curiosity.
William sighed, running a hand through his hair. “My brother, Alexander, left me with two choices: either work at the family company or get married p>
Sanya’s frown deepened, her frustration growing. “Just get to the point, William. What exactly do you want from me p>