Chapter Twenty-two

I raised my chin as I sip down my wine, staring at Rafael and Vickie, they are with some couples, probably talking about business.

Rafael and I locked eyes, many times but he looked away every time. Avoiding my gaze and with the smirk on his face, I could tell it was intentional.

He knows I am wet for him and he is doing it to torment me, "bastard" I chuckled.

"Veronica" Someone called behind me and I turned to see the person, but I rolled my eyes when I saw Luca.

"What?" I asked harshly, not caring how cold my voice sounded. How could he agree to a marriage without my permission, I don't know what he is thinking but I will never marry him.

I don't care about his words or the promise his mom and mine made, I won't marry him.

"Veronica, I know not consulting your opinion was wrong but this was bound to happen. My mom likes you, and your mom wants this marriage too, it will benefit both parties...."

"I was hoping you won't be a jerk more than this, but I was wrong. I don't know what you