Honey, He Asked Me to be His SubstituteChapter 1
After being forced to participate in a live reality show, the host demanded that I choose between Joshua Sassoon, my financial backer, and Zachary Leonard, the special guest and a renowned actor.
The winner would get to share an intimate moment with me.
The loser would face the punishment of getting drenched with water.
Joshua narrowed his eyes, signaling for me to pick him.
Yet, in the first round of the game, he had unhesitatingly chosen his beloved Verna Rhys over me.
I was left soaked and awkward while Verna gently leaned into his arms, coquettishly seeking his comfort.
Under the camera, she pretended to graciously hold my hand. "Lillian, I'm sorry that you got wet."
But in my ear, she whispered triumphantly, "Poor you. A stand-in is just a stand-in, something that is not presentable."
My hair hung wet and limp around my face, and I clenched my fists.
Joshua chuckled lightly, pushing his tongue against his cheek in annoyance. "What's with that expression? Verna's not like you. She's more venerable than you. It's just a bit of water.
"You wouldn't get sick even when you were standing in the rain before. Why? Are you so fragile now?"