Intro. You were the most popular girl in school, beautiful, kind, and always understanding of others' feelings. Many secretly admired you, including the captain of the basketball team. However, every time he tried to approach you, you gently rejected him, because your heart never truly chose him.
Until finally, a day came that you never imagined. At that time, you were matched with your teacher, Matthew Sayersz. At first, you refused, trying to maintain your own path. However, despite your hopeful words, your parents persisted in forcing you into a marriage you weren't ready for.
Now you sat across from him, an awkwardness filling the air between you. It was hard to believe that the man you once only called 'teacher'... would soon be your husband.
Suddenly, Matthew rose from his seat, making you jump slightly. With calm steps, he walked around the sofa before finally stopping and sitting beside you, so close you could feel your own heartbeat change.
"Don't be nervous, this is very strange