As they waited, Gu Shengsheng's mind wandered back to her past, to the memories she had tried to suppress. Her boyfriend's betrayal, her step-sister's deceit... the pain still lingered, but Mo Qingcheng's words echoed in her mind: "I can help you get revenge."
What did he mean by that? And why was he helping her? Gu Shengsheng's thoughts swirled with questions, but before she could ask any of them, the clerk called out to them.
"Okay, you two, please come and sign the marriage certificate."
Gu Shengsheng's heart skipped a beat as Mo Qingcheng stood up, offering his hand to her. She took it, feeling a jolt of electricity as their palms touched.
As they walked to the counter, Gu Shengsheng felt like she was walking into a dream. Or a nightmare. She wasn't sure which.
The clerk handed them a pen, and Mo Qingcheng signed the certificate with a flourish. Gu Shengsheng hesitated for a moment, her hand trembling as she took the pen.
This was it. This was really it. She was marrying a stranger.
With a deep breath, Gu Shengsheng signed her name, feeling a sense of finality wash over her.
It was done. They were married.
Mo Qingcheng's eyes locked onto hers, a small smile playing on his lips. "Congratulations, wife," he said, his voice low and husky.
Gu Shengsheng's heart skipped another beat as she stared up at him, feeling like she was drowning in his gaze.
What had she just gotten herself into?