Chapter 1014

Chapter 1014:

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Although Stefan didn't dig into details, Raegan felt compelled to give an explanation. Their cooperation was based on mutual trust, and Erick had always made a point of promptly explaining any mishap to him or Stefan to avoid misunderstandings.

«Stefan, it was Mitchel who took me. Raegan bit her lip in concern before adding, "He came here."

After a brief silence, Stefan replied: "Don't worry. "I will tell my people not to cause problems."

Stefan's understanding response increased Raegan's embarrassment.

Erick had characterized their relationship as mutually beneficial with the claim that Stefan needed a fake wife to disassociate himself from his family.

In reality, Stefan could have chosen a girlfriend with a less convoluted past to play the role instead of someone like her, surrounded by danger and problems. In such a short time, she had already caused him considerable trouble.

«Stefan, I'm so sorry. I haven't been out much, so probably not many people have seen me. If you need to find someone less troublesome, you could…” Raegan lowered her head.

“I'm the one who needs your help,” Stefan quickly interjected.

«I want you to understand that it is more than just helping me. Considering my position, choosing a bride with a typical background would not be feasible as it would surely arouse my family's suspicions. However, since you're from the Foster family, it doesn't raise any red flags. "It's a practical arrangement, although I realize it may be inconvenient for you," Stefan explained, refraining from presenting himself as a self-sacrificing friend.

He threw his jacket over Raegan, his tone gentle. «The wedding is just a show. Don't let it weigh you down. Let's continue as before."

Raegan's eyes were red and watery, not knowing what to say. Stefan was a paragon of kindness, always kind, patient and considerate of others.

Later, Stefan had an exact replica of Raegan's wedding dress brought over. It was identical down to the last detail.

Raegan's eyes widened in shock and she asked, "Stefan, how did you manage to find an exact duplicate of my wedding dress?"

Stefan smiled. "I anticipated the unexpected, so I had two full sets of your wedding outfit and accessories ready, just in case."

Raegan blushed. "Stefan, you've done too much."

Stefan chuckled. “Just make today's performance convincing, and that will be all the thanks I need!”

Raegan nodded vigorously.

Once Raegan was completely transformed with her makeup and dress, Erick returned to the backstage area, checking every detail with a meticulous eye. He gave everything a final once over and then gently led Raegan out, hand in hand.

Since Stefan had told his family earlier that he and Raegan had already formalized their marriage in Alcyone, there was no need to repeat the ceremony in Aurora.

With Raegan's pregnancy in mind, they opted to forgo the elaborate formalities and focus on the celebration. They did it simply, raising a glass in a heartfelt toast to Stefan's father, the patriarch of the Clifford clan, and that was the end of the ceremony.

Since this was a pretend marriage, Erick wanted to spare Raegan the hassle of a full-scale wedding and all its trappings.

When they arrived at the banquet hall, Erick discreetly handed Raegan to Stefan, whispering, “Take good care of her. "It is very valuable to me."

"Of course," Stefan replied.

Raegan shuddered, feeling a flutter of anxiety, and whispered, You're taking this too seriously. "It's making me very uneasy."

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