Nick's POV
"Son , I have some great news for you", Dad barged into my cabin with a grinning face.
" Go on " , I said looking back into the files.
" You are getting married " , he said.
I chuckled ."Nice one Dad " . I waited for him to say something but when he didn't I looked up.
His face had no hint of humor.
" You can't be serious !"
"Oh I am son , you are getting married to Mr. David's daughter, Sophia . They have accepted my proposal."
" Dad you know that marriage is just not my thing."
" Well you can try . Besides she will be a nice mother to Ethan. Stop just thinking about yourself, think of the little child. "
"How can you say that! You saw her once and you think that she will be a good mother to Ethan. She maybe something else under her facade for god's sake." I shouted in exasperation.
"Don't raise your voice young man and I as a matter of fact have a better choice in women than you . I very well know that she is not like the gold digger that you keep around these days ... Christina right ?"
" Sure , she isn't "
I don't know how can Dad not see her intentions. We weren't properly introduced and she is ready for the marriage . What else if not for money?
" You are marrying her , end of discussion. I have had enough of your playboy ways. It's time for you to settle down. Tonight they are coming to dinner. I expect you to be there by 7 " with that he left.
I was so fucking pissed. First marriage and then this stupid dinner.
I drowned myself in work to get away from all these thoughts for the while but every now and then I remembered her face .
Her brown hair , her grey mesmerizing eyes, soft kissable lips ...
Urgh .. stop it , she is just a gold digger.
Sophia's POV
It was half past 5 and we had to the Carters' for dinner. So I got up to get ready.
I took a warm shower and blow dried my hair. I wore an one-shoulder blue jumpsuit, put my hair down and put on minimal makeup . I completed my look with a pair of dazzling earrings and heels
I came down to the living room where mom and dad were already waiting.
"Oh you look gorgeous honey " , mom complimented.
"You look beautiful as well " , I smiled.
"Now Princess, let's get going." Dad said checking his watch.
We got into our car and drove to the Carter Mansion.
When we arrived there I was surprised at how huge it was.
A maid opened the door and let us in. I looked around. The interior was even more magnificent and every corner screamed wealth. I was always uncomfortable with too much riches . I felt out of place and was reconsidering my decision when a familiar warm voice greeted us.
" David , good evening " , Mr. Carter greeted us cheerfully.
" Good evening Mr. Carter " Dad greeted back.
"Oh leave the formalities , call me Joseph "
Dad smiled back.
Just then a tall woman in her mid fifties walked in with a bright smile. She was beautiful and had the perfect figure . She came and greeted mom.
" I am Juliana , Joseph's wife. Nice to meet you, Amelia right ? " She asked.
"Yes , that will be me " , mom warmly smiled.
"And you're Sophia , you really are a beauty. I have been waiting to meet you since Joseph told me about you ."
"Thank you Mrs. Carter , I was looking forward to this meeting as well." , I replied.
" Now come in ." She showed us the way into the living space.
We were making small talks when the doorbell rang and in a few minutes , the ever-so-handsome Nicholas Carter came in . He was wearing a black shirt that showed off his muscles in the perfect way. His first two buttons were undone and he looked strikingly gorgeous.
I averted my eyes before he saw me checking him out.
Nick's POV
"Son , meet Mr. David , his wife Amelia and their beautiful daughter Sophia " , my mom introduced them.
I shook hands with them and gave a small smile to Sophia. She looked absolutely beautiful. Her face looked quite natural and she looked like a genuine person but I knew better than this.
I had already decided that I would behave like a gentleman and marry her. She wants to marry my wealth. I will show the gold digger what she will get from this marriage.
"Sophia " , Ethan squealed and sprinted from Amy's hold towards Sophia.
Sophia smiled and placed him on her lap.
"Hey , sweetheart " , she flashed a big smile.
"Are you Grandma's friend ? Will you come again ? " Ethan looked at Sophia with hopeful eyes.
" No baby she is going to marry your Dad." Mom answered for her.
His face changed from a blank to an excited one . He looked up at Sophia.
"That means you are going to stay with us ! It will be so much fun ." He pumped his fist in the air.
Sophia giggled at his antics. Her giggle sounded so pure and sweet.
Focus ! pure!? my ass!
" Yes, it will be fun. " she smiled.
The dinner went with the parents talking of a lot of things and us stealing occasional glances of each other.
Us ... Sounds good
Shut up ! There's no us.
By the end of the dinner our wedding was fixed at the end of the next week.
Mom gave me the ring to give Sophia.
" I am so happy right now , I would love to have you as my daughter-in-law " Mom hugged Sophia with a look of .... adoration?
"Thank you Mrs. Carter "
"Oh you make me sound so old , call me Mom " Mom demanded
Why the hell ? Dad , Ethan and Mom as well ? She was a tough one. I never saw her so warm with Clara but there she was smiling and complimenting Sophia.
"Sure Mrs. - I mean Mom " she gave in .
"Okay we will take your leave now ", Mr. Jones spoke.
"It was lovely meeting you Juliana" , Amelia smiled a mom.
"Oh the pleasure was all mine ."
"Bye Ethan " , Sophia bent down and kissed him on his cheek.
"Bye Sophia " , Ethan hugged her when she returned.
She stood up and looked at me for a second and turned to leave.
I looked at my hand more specifically the ring.
Engaged.
Sophia's POV "What's my baby doin -- OH MY GOD " , I heard the high pitched shriek of my best friend Charlotte. " YOU ARE FUCKING ENGAGED " I cringed at how loud she sounded. " Jesus! Stop yelling Char." " Don't . Just don't. You pathetic excuse of a best friend, you got fucking engaged and didn't tell me!?" She semi-yelled . "ENGAGED ?" Ryan walked into my room. Char pulled my hand up for him to see. " WHAT THE HELL SOPH ? ", Ryan yelled with wide eyes. Charlotte and I have been best friends since our primary school days. We were inseparable. She is a brunette , with green eyes and an extremely outgoing nature. Her parents died in an car crash . So she has only Ryan , her brother as her family and of course me! Ryan has a tall lean frame with the same green eyes and dark brown hair. He is quite a good looking guy and is never short o
Nick's POV I was pissed , super pissed with this stupid engagement party. I was conversing with some important business men when I saw mom and dad rush towards the gate to receive someone I guess.. I saw Mr. And Mrs. Jones enter and greet my parents. And then I saw her... I felt like I was knocked out of breath. She was in a blush pink dress making her look almost angelic. Her hair was done in a messy yet gorgeous updo. Her eyes , lips , everything seemed just perfect. She looked so fucking beautiful. "Beautiful , isn't she ?" , Caleb raised his eyebrow suggestively. I tore away my gaze and rolled my eyes at him. " I have seen way better." "Oh then why were you checking her out for so long ? " "Bull shit. I wasn't checking her out .", I tried playing off. " Sure you weren't" , he smirked . Caleb has been my best friend since we were in our
Sophia's POVWhen I saw Nicholas walking towards me , I became a bit nervous but I covered it up and smiled at him.I don't know why he sounded rude when he said that he wanted to talk .I could tell he really was flattered at Char's compliment.There was some kind of tension between him and Ryan . Sensing it, I excused myself and Nicholas .He wanted to decide on what we were going to sell people about how we met and all. We eventually came up with one.Just then I heard Ethan . He seemed happy to see me and said that he missed me. Well no shit , I was happy to see him as well. He was such a cute and happy kid. He looked quite handsome in that small suit. I could totally bet
Sophia's POVThat was it. It was the day I was getting married.My mind was totally messed up.I was feeling a hurricane of emotions.I was feeling sad at the thought of leaving my parents, nervous at the thought of starting a new life with my husband, and excited at the thought of getting married but the feeling of nervousness was overwhelming.On top of that, the thought of paparazzi was making me mad. The news of our engagement was the headlines on the day after the party.The day we went to shop for bridesmaids' dresses , the paparazzi were outside the shop and there were a lot of them. Erica had to call her bodyguards who escorted us to the car. And today they were going to be even more in number.I was pacing forth and back while my two best friends were seated comfortably on my bed watching me."Soph , stop it. Don't be so nervous although it's fun watching y
Nick's POV"Finally my Nicky is getting married. I am so happy." Caleb fake wiped a tear ."How many times did I tell you not to call me that?" He made a thinking expression."Probably a lot of times, but I don't think I care." He ended with a grin.I rolled my eyes at him.Everyone was so happy. Mom and Dad were excited to get a 'daughter', Erica was happy to get a 'sister' . Ethan seemed happy too. And the happiest of them all was me!Note the sarcasm.Since morning I have been in my worst mood. I feel like I am getting caged but I sure as hell knew that I wouldn't be changing my lifestyle for that gold digger. 
Nick's POVI walked upstairs and she followed me. Opening the door I went inside my room."Sir , we have got ma'am's luggage." , a maid said standing at the door."Keep it and leave." I instructed.Sophia thanked her . Why was she being this polite when she was nothing but a bloody gold digger? This pretending won't last long.She was taking in the look of the room when I spoke."You won't be sleeping on the bed."I sounded rude and I sure as hell wanted to.She just shrugged and started walking towards the couch."Where do you think you are going?" I asked."To the couch." , She said in an obvious tone."Did I say that you could sleep there, you filthy woman?" She looked too stunned to reply and looked at me with wide eyes."Nick !?'' My name on her tongue sounded so hot- ugh Nick !"You will be taking the floor." I said looking straight into
Nick's POVAs soon as Sophia left my cabin I slammed my hand on the table. I couldn't believe she tricked me.The rest of the day , I tried drowning myself in work but the only thing I could think of was Sophia.It was around six when I remembered about the dinner. I didn't want to be late and hear a long lecture from Mom. So I decided on heading home.On reaching, I made my way to my room. Keeping my blazer on the bed , I was loosening the tie around my neck when suddenly Sophia came out of the walk-in closet .She had put on a white one shoulder dress and black heels. With a minimal bit of makeup on her face, her look was pretty simple yet she looked absolutely gorgeous.She cleared her throat and I realized that I had been gawking at her. I looked up to see her smirking at me. Averting my eyes I quickly walked over to the bathroom and closed the door behind me.Taking a shower, I
Nick's POVJealous? She thought I was jealous?And she was right.No she wasn't. I don't give a shit but that doesn't mean she can bloody flirt with another man in front of my parents. But can't really blame her, a gold digger like her can't be better than this.But what I don't understand is why the hell did I kiss her? I was pouring all my frustrations and anger in that kiss but why? I must admit that her lips tasted sweet, it was like there was a certain sensation in me. I was feeling connected -"Bullshit ! It had been a long time since I had got laid." I shook away these thoughts.Sophia's POVDoing my morning routine I first decided on making breakfast since it was my first day with Ethan.Coming to the kitchen, the maids helped me to find the required ingredients and I made choco chip pancakes and strawberry smoothie.I went to my r