Beginning of Christian 's Lie

" Christina , I want you to live with Steve as his wife .

" Both were stunned .

Christina exclaimed , " Are you out of your mind ? I co uld never think of marrying him , even in my wildest dreams .

" Steve got aggressive and in terrupted , " what do you think of yourself ? Are you even in your senses , you have just rejected " The Steve Wilson ' ?

Christina said softly , " I don't think you also agree with Olivia's proposal . So , you should stick to my opinion . '

" Oh please ! Stop this bull shit , " Steve stated .

" Excuse me ? " Christina ra ised her eyebrows .

Steve ignored her and tried to convince Olivia , " Look Olivia , I don't think it's a good idea . I met her 5 min ago and we have had a running battle since then . Moreover , I don't think she can pull it off . Do you still want us to accept your offer ?

" Okay okay , let me explain my proposal first . Then you decide . Olivia said calmly .

" So , Christina .. you don't have to marry him for real but have to play the role of his fiancee . It should be a secret between the three of us . Consider it as your debut . Ya , I know that you have always dreamt of being an actor . And you can continue your passion besi des your job . You'll be getting extra com pensation for the same . You just have to behave like a sweet couple in public .

Steve said straight away , " I don't think it's ever gonna work . "

Christina agreed , " he is right and we haven't done anything wrong that we have to compensate for . "

" You know , I can't stake my actor's image . And if we didn't do anything today , the media will cause a hell of trouble . And my dear , you could also suffer . And I am sure you don't want that . " Olivia answered .

" Could we please find anot her way out ? Steve questioned .

" If you could tell me somet hing better than this . Go on .. " Olivia said .

Steve and Christina gave it a thought but couldn't come up with something .

" Times up ! I think we should work on my idea . This would be a temporary setup . After a few months , you can call it quits . And we will spread the news that things didn't work out and you called off your marriage . Olivia elaborated the plan .

Steve stood up in denial , " I still don't agree with this . " , Christina also indicated her consent and said , " a relationship could never be an agreement . It has to be mu tual . And my father would be disappointed to know that I have decided to marry someone without his permission . I'm sorry but I can't let him down . " And walked away to the door .

" It's fine that you don't want to be a part of this , but would you be able to answer the media ? Or convince the hospital management that they've misunderstood you . " Olivia questioned .

Christina stood still at the door . She was frozen .

" If you walked out of this , then we would be operating legally into this matter . And you'll have to release a statement saying , you're responsible for this . Post which , you might be termina ted from your job . And you would be liable to pay compensation for tarni shing my client's image in public . How about , if we accuse you of doing it all purposely ? Olivia warned .

" I am already suspended , and would not be able to face the media alone .

Nor could I tolerate the false accusations . They know my whereabouts and would go to any extent . She thought and turned around . Her face had turned pale .

Amidst all the negativities , pros , and cons , she decided to sign the document .

" Tell me where to sign ?. " She enquired irritatingly

Olivia smiled and gave her the agreement .

Christina signed the paperwork , didn't share a glance at any of them , and set off .

Steve was amazed as to how she agreed to the contract .

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As soon as Christina entered the living room , Anna embra ced her . " Where were you ? I called you like a hundred times but you didn't even bother .

Christina said , " Anna , I am sorry but I don't want to talk to anyone . "

" At Least eat something be fore bed , " Anna said .

Christina replied , " I don't want to . " And walked into her room .

Later , Anna gave her a glass of hot chocolate and told her to finish it off .

Christina denied it at first but gobbled it down when in sisted . It was soothing .

She closed her eyes and tried to sleep , but she was only turning sides .

-You just have to pretend to be Steve's Fiance .

- You have to behave like a couple in public .

-Sign the contract or else get ready to face the consequences .

These words were echoing in her mind . Christina forced herself to close her eyes and struggled hard to fall asleep .

Someone's at the door , the doorbell continuously rang . Christina woke up , walked to the door with half - opened eyes , and found a dozen reporters outside her flat . All of them bombarded her with a series of questions .

" How did you meet Steve Wilson ?

" Is it a serious relation ship or you're just another fling ?

" Have you trapped him for the sake of fame or you love him for real ? "

" You have charmed the super star , Steve Wilson . Such a gold digger !

" No ! " Christina screamed . Her forehead was doused with sweat , her eyes filled with tears of anxiety , and her heartbeat extremely raised .

" I am not a gold digger . " She screamed and woke up . It was just a very bad dream .

The next morning ,🌄

Christina was in the living room and was eating chocola tes .

She had a habit of overe ating whenever she got upset or something troubled her .

She was on the sofa with a few wrappers of chocolate crumbled and thrown on the floor . She was wondering about the dream she had last night when a voice breached into her thoughts .

" Good morning Chrissy " Anna walked into the living room and was surprised to see her like that . " You owe me an answer now , what is bothering you so much ? I know your habit of overe ating when you're stressed . You're behaving weird for 2-3 days . Tell me what is it ?

" Out of all the people at the hospital , why did this happen to me ? she blurted .

" I would die of curiosity now ! I went to your hospital also and met Dr. Albert . He told me about your suspension . And then I passed by your favorite spot also but you were not there . Would you please tell me what happened ? Anna yelled at her .

Christina made her sit be side her and said , " I'll tell you but you promise me , you won't over react . " Anna agreed .

" Anna , I met Steve Wilson yesterday and they wanted me to sign a contract . " . " What contract ? " she inquired .

" A contract according to which they will declare that I am Steve Wilson's fiancee , " Christina answered nervously .

Anna was shocked , " what did you just say ? " she exclaimed .

" Wow Chrissy , that's beauti ful . You and Steve would. happened ? Anna yelled at her .

Christina made her sit be side her and said , " I'll tell you but you promise me , you won't over react . " Anna agreed .

" Anna , I met Steve Wilson yesterday and they wanted me to sign a contract . " . " What contract ? " she inquired .

" A contract according to which they will declare that I am Steve Wilson's fiancee , " Christina answered nervously .

Anna was shocked , " what did you just say ? " she exclaimed .

" Wow Chrissy , that's beauti ful . You and Steve would make a perfect pair . And once you are engaged , I would get to meet him regularly . " She winked . My Instagram profile would be enlightened by his pre sence in it . " Wow Chrissy , what good news !! " Anna swirled around in excitement . Christina stopped her . " I would be Steve's " fake fiancee " there would be not hing real between us " . She clarified . Anna was numb . " Anna , it's a secret , and make a perfect pair .

And once you are engaged , I would get to meet him regularly . " She winked .

My Instagram profile would be enlightened by his pre sence in it .

" Wow Chrissy , what good news !! "

Anna swirled around in excitement .

Christina stopped her .

" I would be Steve's " fake fiancee " there would be not hing real between us " . She clarified .

Anna was numb .

" Anna , it's a secret , and nobody knows about it . Steve's PR agency has signed a deal with me to put an end to this scandal . They even have my details like I don't prefer sugar in my coffee and much more . They threatened me of false accu sations and legal action . " She sobbed .

" It's a matter of a few mon ths then it will be called off , " she added .

" A legal action against you would be a huge drawback for your career . I can understand what made you sign this agreement . " Anna said comforting her sister .

Suddenly Christina remembe red something and instantly asked , " does dad know about this ?

" Yes , he saw the photograph that went viral . At first , he didn't believe it but then he had to . He was very disappointed but said nothing on the phone . You know , he never vents out his anger on us .

He said He would come here and then talk to you about this . " Anna stated .

" Please don't tell anybody about this agreement that I have signed . Christina requested .

" Oh you can always count on me , Chrissy " Anna smiled . " You go and take shower , I'll make your favo rite breakfast " she added .

After 15 mins , when Christina returned , she saw pancakes and 2 cups of coffee at the dining table . " You're so sweet my dear sister . " Christina thanked her . Anna replied , " anything for you Chrissy " .

As they both sat at the ta ble for breakfast and took their first bite , the doorbell rang . Anna stood up and went to open the door . She found two muscular men , dressed in a bodyguard's uniform with black glares . She was surprised to see them at the door . Her eyes widened in amazement .

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