One Step Ahead

The day my sister slipped away from her engagement party, she was certain Marshall Patton could never truly fall in love with me.

Confident in her belief, she left the country without hesitation, leaving me behind to hold her place and secure the title of Mrs. Patton in her stead.

I didn't cry or make a fuss. Instead, I played the part of the obedient stand-in, giving everyone the courtesy of maintaining appearances while I quietly bided my time.

Then, I poured every ounce of effort into making Marshall fall for me, bit by bit.

And when my sister finally returned, I made sure to walk away.