Chapter 3 several mouths

everything went the way he wanted and once again it would be like that. - And you think I'll be the best person for you to come out on top? - She looked at him, after the waiter served their orders. - Yes.

- But I'm simple. I don't have branded clothes, much less am I rich. - You're the kind of girl my mother would love to have as a daughter-in-law, Melanie. Everyone will like you. The redhead analyzed him for a few seconds. I still didn't see any reason for such madness, if it were her, she would probably prefer to show her ex that she was single and could kiss several mouths if she wanted, that was an example of a well-resolved person who doesn't need anyone to be happy. However, this would give her the money she needed to stay in her home and she could still save the rest, so she kept quiet. She would have nothing to lose. - And what did you think about our relationship? - She asked and he looked at her. She sipped some water and thought for a few minutes before responding. - I thought we could say we've been married for two months. We can say we got married in Las Vegas. You are my secretary and we fell in love. It's the truth, however, with a hint of lies. - Right. And do you think your family will believe it? - Yes. I hardly talk to them and when I do, I almost don't talk about my personal life. - If the problem is with your brother and your ex, why did you stay away from your family? - Because at the time I thought it was the best and I decided to keep it as the years went by. My sister has come to visit me a few times and my mother once. But as she is very attached to my father and he hardly has time for anything because of the company, so she didn't come anymore. Everyone was already upset with me anyway, so it wasn't that difficult. Melanie didn't think like him, but she shrugged. She had nothing to do with it, she would just be his wife for a month and then everything would go back to normal. Just a simple secretary and he is her boss. - Do you want me to create a written contract? - He asked. Melanie grimaced. - I do not trust you. And I don't think it's necessary, we're simply doing ourselves favors. - Okay - He smiled. The two got into random conversations, mainly about the company, then Christopher took her home. He was thanking God and Melanie that everything was working out. Chapter Two Melanie almost couldn't believe how quickly time passed. A month had already passed and now they were on the plane waiting for takeoff. She had received the money from Christopher and paid off the debt on her house, which made her sleep much better. She was relieved to know that she wouldn't be sleeping on the street. About her "husband", she could already say that she knew a few things about Christopher, the basics. Some days they would go out to lunch together and get to know a little more about each other. Just so as not to embarrass myself in Brazil, in case someone asked a question or something like that. She remembered the conversation with her best friend, Megan, the week before. The way her friend was elated about this trip was scary. The brunette was extremely lively and outgoing. She didn't mince words and was very well-rounded, which sometimes caused Melanie a hint of envy. However, the redhead had different thoughts than Meg on some issues. Megan's words still echoed in her head. And it was funny how she was elated for her friend, as if she were the one going to Brazil with Christopher to pretend to be his wife. Of course if it were Meg, she would definitely attack Christopher on the first night to have an incredible night of sex. In fact, that was exactly the advice she received from her friend, but she wasn't like that. It was strange how they got along, one being the opposite of the other. Unlike Megan, Melanie was extremely shy and had some different thoughts than most. That no one needed to know. - Everything is fine? Are you afraid of planes? - Christopher called her when he realized how lost she was in her thoughts. Melanie looked at him with wide brown eyes and only then realized that the plane had already taken off. She needed to stop this habit of disconnecting from the world when she started thinking. - I'm not afraid of planes! I am fine. I was just thinking. - All good. - She laid her head back on her armchair. He even felt curious to ask what she was thinking, but decided to respect it. If it were the other way around, he would hate to be asked. Melanie, on the other hand, also rested her head on her armchair and closed her eyes. She was so tired that she quickly fell asleep. When they landed at São Paulo airport, Melanie felt nostalgic. It had been so long since she visited this country, the last time was when she was ten years old. Her father needed to work full time and she came to spend time with her grandmother. Two years. It was there that she learned to speak Portuguese, however, when her grandmother passed away she returned. And it was then that her father had to leave the service to dedicate himself to her, and things took a different turn, which made his heart hurt just remembering. Melanie snapped out of her thoughts when a blonde girl ran up to Christopher and hugged him tightly. - I missed you so much, Chris! I'm so glad you're here! - She gave Christopher a long kiss on the cheek and when she walked away from him she looked at me smiling. Melanie analyzed her, she was beautiful, her long blonde hair, model body and blue eyes would make anyone envious. She was the typical Barbie, beautiful. However, she had nothing to do with Christopher. - You must be Melanie, my brother's wife! - That's right - she smiled and felt surprised when Ashley hugged her tightly as if she had known her for years. - I'm very happy to meet you. Knowing that my brother is happily married makes me so excited! I'm just sad that I only found out three weeks ago. - She walked away, but continued to smile. - I always told your brother he should tell you, but you know how stubborn he is, right? - Oh, I know! - She laughed and faced Christopher - Come on! Mom is so excited to see you! Christopher linked his fingers with Melanie's and the three walked to the airport door. Ashley excitedly recounted the details of the wedding, and only stopped when they arrived in her car. They put their bags in the trunk and the blonde threw the car keys to her brother. - Go ahead with Christopher, Melanie - Ashley said smiling and opened the back door to enter. Melanie even thought about saying something, but the blonde was already in the car, so she sat in the passenger seat. Christopher also got into the car and within seconds they were pulling out of the parking space. Ashley went back to talking about her marriage and how happy she was. The blonde's excitement was funny and Melanie already liked her. She was so spontaneous and funny, totally the opposite of Campbell. Not that he wasn't nice, but he wasn't as friendly as his sister and Melanie wondered if he had always been like that. It was funny to imagine a lively, fun-loving Christopher if she only knew his bossy, closed-off boss. But there was one thing she could never complain about, he