Chapter 12 Never get swayed by your emotion

Chapter 12 Never get swayed by your emotion
(SHANNICA'S P.O.V)

\-NEXT DAY-

After what happened last night, Sir Xander-- I mean Xander really did send me the money I need to save my family. And instead of going to where my Mom, brother, and sister-in-law were abducted, I called the loan sharks and send the money directly to them.
I'm pretty confident that I didn't need to come in person because once I'll hand the money, they won't have any reason to hold my family responsible for the debt.
"I already sent the money. Let them go." I said in a cold tone on the other line.
Instead of thinking about them, my mind is occupied with what will happen now that I'm about to enter a life with a much wealthier family than the Holstein.
I still remember clearly what Sir Xander said last night....
\-FLASHBACK-
"I'll come with you tomorrow, let's save your mom and brother, I'll bring my men with me incase something might happen." Sir Xander suddenly offers in a worried tone.
Loan sharks and illegal lending firms are not new in the community, even though we ask help for police, they'll just end in prison for days, and will be released after a week or two so there's no point to report this matter to the police. After all, it's quite my Mom's fault since she really borrowed money from those thugs.
"No, sir-- I mean Xander, uhm... I can handle this all by myself." I answered. It's pretty awkward how I say his name without a 'Sir' on it. Sht, Shannica, your life really is a roller-coaster mess.
"Shannica... I insist, infact days from now, you'll be part of my family too. There's no point of being distant with each other." he said in a serious tone.
Dang, he called me 'Shannica' again instead of Ms. Marquis. Ever since I agree to his proposal, he starts talking to me informally. It's not that weird, but I'm just not used to it.
Why does he seems so calm and cool about everything?
" I'm sorry.. B-But my mom just recently found out about my divorce. I don't want to shock them that I'm about to remarried again, Xander. Please do understand." I said and shook my head.
He remained silent for a while then suddenly, I felt his hands on my shoulder,
"You're right. If that's what you want then I understand, Shannica." He responds, so I look up and our eyes met. Fck, he's such a beautiful man.
"Hmm, I'll have to tell you in advance that we need to see my Dad, and Xenon the day after tomorrow before we get married. And please do keep it a secret to anyone about our agreement, Shannica. I'll settle everything for the wedding so we will held our marriage next week.", Xander.
"Sure, let's do that--- What? Next week?!" I yelled in shocked. Dmn that was so fast.
"I know it's quite too early, but we need to act that we've been dating for months already so my Dad won't be suspicious. I'll explain you the details after you take care about your matter tomorrow. Is that okay?" he asks,
I sigh in defeat, do I have any choice?
"Okay." I simply answered.
We head down walking to the parking area without even talking anymore.
I cleared my throat and decided to talk,
"B-By the way, let me treat you something good next time, sir. I owe you quite a lot already." I said.
"Sure, if that's what makes you comfortable." he answers that made me stop. Did he noticed that I look uncomfortable with him?
"Sir, I didn't mean to offend you, I just---"
beeeeepppp!
I can not continue what I'm about to say when a motorcycle suddenly honk on me. I saw the bright light from the motorcycle's light that is near and about to hit me. Oh no...
"Hey what are you doing? Watch out!" Sir Xander suddenly shouted, but I was shock and did not even think about moving.
"Sht." I heard a curse from someone and suddenly, I felt Sir Xander's hand on my wrist and pull me on his side.
His other hand supported the back of my waist and to my surprise, I could feel my chest being pressed into his... And I know he could feel it too.
His face is two inches away from mine and I can even smell his strong and manly scent. I gulp...
"Are you okay? Tsk, why didn't you move an inch? Do you want to die?" he asks in an irritated tone.
Weird, this is the first time I saw him being annoyed.
"S-Sorry sir, I was quite surprised--"
I went back to my senses and immediately move away from him to apologize but---
He grab me with his hand on my waist that me more closer to his face. I suddenly felt hot, and my cheeks turned red.
"S-S-Sir what---"
"I told you to call me Xander, Shannica.", he said in a low and husky voice.
\-END OF FLASHBACK-
I shake off my head and slap my face lightly. Hueee stop thinking about last night, Shannica! Snap it out!!!
Time check: 5:00 PM
I glance on my phone. Should I call mom now? I already hand over the 7 million dollars, they have probably returned home safely now right?
Instead of my mom, I decided to call my little brother...
Ringinggg
"Hello, Shaun?" I said to the other line.
\[Shan!! I'm glad you called, thank you for saving us.. My wife and baby are pretty scared. But it's fine as long as we've survived.\] he said.
I sigh, my brother and his own family even got involved because of Mom's gamble. Although Shaun, my brother, is my Mom's all time favorite child, I can't dare to hate him because afterall he didn't do anything wrong.
"Did you all went back safely? How's mom?" I asked.
\[S-She's outside.. Bragging about you who paid the 7 million dollars debt to save her.\] he said,
I roll my eyes. Seriously? Such a hypocrite, mom.
\[By the way, where's did you get that money, Shan? Did you ask help from Jace?\] Shaun suddenly asks.
"What? Hell no, why would I ask help from that bstard?" I replied in an annoyed tone.
\[So how did you....?\]
"It's none of your business anymore, Shaun. Just take care of mom and my niece. Bye." I said in a low voice. Shaun and I had been so distant with each other, and I never show any affection with him either.
I took a deep breath. Finally, I will no longer worry about that goddmn money. But in return, I will have to face such a consequence.... Becoming the wife of Xander Lincoln.
buzzz
From: Xander Lincoln
: "Hi. I already told my Dad about our dinner tomorrow. Are you free tomorrow afternoon? I'd like to meet you for a while before we head to my Dad's place. What do you think?"
Tomorrow is Saturday, and I don't have any plans either.
I decided to reply,
To: Xander Lincoln
: Sure, 3:00 PM. Is that okay?"
I send my reply, and after a minute I received a reply immediately,
From: Xander Lincoln.
: "Sounds good. I'll pick you up in your place. See you."
A smile flashes on my face.
Wait, what?! Why would I even smile because of such message?!
Let me remind you Shannica, you are about to enter a temporary and contractual life with the Lincoln's. Never get swayed by your emotions.
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