Waiting for the rights one novel

Chapter 30 Jonah didnt even hesitate .

He pulled out his phone and called his assistant , instructing him to send someone over to keep an eye on me , making sure I wouldnt cause trouble .

\ Then , after glancing at the time , he hurried off with Nadia to the City Hall./ As the elevator doors slid shut , I caught the fleeting smugness in Nadias eyes the subtle arch of her brow , the slight tilt of her lips .

A silent taunt .

And then , Jonahs voice drifted through just before the doors fully closed .

Nadia , did you bring your ID ? It was never about her mother .

This whole show was just for me .

Before the bodyguards Jonah arranged could arrive , I grabbed my keys and left .

I had something more important to do .

The bridal shop was quiet when I arrived .

The familiar scent of fresh flowers and delicate fabrics filled the air , but something felt off .

The shop owner , usually warm and welcoming , looked startled to see me .

Miss Arabelle … youre here ? } I nodded .

I came to pick up my wedding dress .

At that , the owners face twisted in hesitation .

Oh … Mr.

Jonah already picked it up a few days ago .

A cold prickle ran down my spine .

What ? He even brought a woman to try it on , the owner added , voice dropping .

I wasnt in the shop at the time , but … My expression must have darkened because he immediately turned to the computer .

Let me pull up the surveillance footage .

On the screen , Nadia stood in front of the mirror , draped in my wedding dress .

The ivory silk cascaded down her body , hugging her figure perfectly .

She took slow , deliberate steps toward Jonah , who stood frozen , staring at her like she was the most breathtaking thing hed ever seen .

Jonah , do I look good ? Jonahs lips parted slightly .

Then , a smile broke across his face .

Youre beautiful , he breathed .

Even more stunning than I pictured in my dreams .

Nadia bit her lip , her eyes misting over .

Jonah … pinch me .

I need to know if this is real .

All this time , Ive only been able to picture us like this in my dreams … me .

A tear slipped down her cheek .

Jonah , visibly distressed , bent down and brushed his lips against her skin , kissing the tear away .

Silly girl , he murmured .

Its a good thing you showed up .

Or I might have found someone else to marry … } The owner , standing beside me , looked beyond uncomfortable .

Miss Arabelle , I Im so sorry .

This was a mistake by my staff … Ill find an excuse to get the dress back for you .

} I let out a slow breath .

There was no mistake .

Everyone could see it I had been played for a fool .

Cheated on .

And my wedding dress had been stolen right from under The owner , fuming on my behalf , immediately dialed Jonah .

The call barely rang before Jonahs sharp voice came through , Did Arabelle ask you to get the dress back ? Tell her itll be returned once were done with it no one is stealing from her ! Shameless .

Absolutely shameless .

I didnt even want him anymore .

Why would I want a dress Nadia had already worn ? The owner , holding the abruptly disconnected phone , looked at me , visibly mortified .

Miss Arabelle , I … I can compensate you- But I wasnt interested in compensation .

I knew exactly who should pay for this .

Without hesitation , I sent Jonah a screenshot of the original wedding dress order , complete with the price .

!! Not even a minute later , my phone rang .

Jonahs voice was laced with irritation .

Arabelle , what do you mean ? Just borrowing your dress and youre asking me for money ? Shouldnt you be grateful its getting extra wear ? I almost laughed .

Yet , the moment Nadias voice cooed in the background Jonah , I want to keep it as a keepsake … the line went silent .

Then , a notification popped up on my screen .

1/2 25.07 % H [ Bank Transfer Received ] And a second later , Jonahs text followed , [ When we get married , just rent a dress from the shop .

No need to waste money I stared at the message .

Six years together and for the first time , I realized I never truly knew Jonah .

% My gaze flicked to the location tracker in our couples app .

He was still at the City Hall I thought it would hurt .

But I felt nothing at all .

With a quiet exhale , I disabled our shared location .

Just then , the arrival of Jonahs assistant , Zane , broke the silence .

Two bodyguards trailed behind him .

% Zane , who had once greeted me with warmth and respect , now looked at me with undisguised contempt .

His tone remained polite , but it carried a distant coldness .

Miss Arabelle , as long as you refrain from causing any problems , we wont interfere with where you go .

% A warning .

I couldnt be bothered with fair weather lackeys .

Without another word , I drove straight to my office and resigned from my job .

But when I finally returned home , something else was waiting for me .

At the parking garage , my car slowed as the automatic gate failed to lift .

I rolled down my window .

The security guard checked the system , his brows furrowing .

Apologies , Miss .

Your usual parking spot is now registered to another car .

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