the Richest Man Begged Me to Marry His Brother
He did this only because Oliver refused to settle down as the family heir and insisted on humiliating himself to please a poor and stubborn woman, Mia Murphy.
Oliver fought, raced cars, and set off fireworks worth tens of millions of dollars to boldly express his love for Mia.
Mia kept saying she didnt deserve Oliver while playing a game of cat and mouse with him, all the while using his status to make money.
Everett said to me, "Within a month, I want her gone from Oliver's side."
When I heard Everett say that, I originally wanted to refuse.
But when I saw Mia's profile, I laughed.
I realized this woman was the one who bullied me back in school.
I picked up the globally limited edition black card and replied, "I'll take on this mission to save Oliver."
Oliver's willingness to set aside his dignity for love, pleasing others and humbling himself to pursue Mia, had already become the talk of the town, sparking much discussion.
Everyone was speculating about when Oliver would successfully win Mia over.
Oliver's friends even spent big money betting that he could win Mia over within a month.
And it was at this moment that I announced to the public that Oliver and I were engaged.
So, when I arrived at the bar where Mia worked, a group of wealthy people splashed wine on my face.
I shuddered suddenly, cowering in fear and turning my head to the side. The shadow of the overhead light happened to cover my face.
A man sneered and said, "Mr. Garcia likes Mia. I advise you not to ruin their relationship."
Mia was forcibly held on Oliver's lap. Her eyes showed a hint of smugness, but her face was full of stubbornness and defiance.
She shouted, "Oliver, I told you I don't like you. Now, your fiance is here. Let me go."
Mia spoke loudly, but her tone wasn't truly disgusted; instead, it sounded jealous and angry.
I sneered inwardly. After all these years, Mia's way of outwardly rejecting while actually attracting others was still exactly the same as before.
Unfortunately, I am no longer the Ariana Castillo who let her bully me back then.
I slowly lifted my head, revealing slightly reddened eyes and a face that was both innocent and subtly seductive. A few strands of hair dampened by wine clung to my face.
Today, I deliberately wore a white dress. After being soaked with wine, it clung tightly to my body, perfectly showcasing my curves.
Everyone present froze for a moment when they saw my face. When their gaze shifted to my figure, the sound of gulping echoed one after another.
Only Mia's face turned as if she'd seen a ghost.
She suddenly stood up from Oliver's lap, staring at me blankly for a few seconds.
Then, she asked in disbelief, "Ariana? How could you be Oliver's fiance?"
I sighed softly, my face showing just the right amount of vulnerability and fragility.
I said to her, "Ms. Murphy, rest assured. I won't compete with you for Oliver."
I looked at Oliver, tears welling up in my eyes but not falling, making me appear both stubborn and delicate.
Oliver's favorite was exactly Mia's stubborn yet delicate expression.
And now I appeared even more stubborn and delicate than Mia.
Sure enough, Oliver's gaze at me changed, no longer as resolute.
I said to Oliver, "Oliver, I know you don't like me. I'm willing to cancel the engagement and let you and Ms. Murphy be together."
Oliver showed a surprised expression. Just as he was about to speak, I interrupted him.
I looked at him pleadingly and said, "My grandfather is in poor health and will have surgery next month. If you want to call off the engagement, could you wait until after his surgery? I don't want him to worry."
This pitiful, fragile, and helpless expression, I practiced it in front of the mirror for a long time because it most easily stirs a man's protective instincts.
Sure enough, before Oliver could speak, the person who had just splashed wine on my face couldn't wait to speak.
He said, "Ms. Castillo, don't worry. Mr. Garcia will surely agree to this small matter. I accidentally splashed wine on you just now. Are you okay? It's all my fault."
The others also spoke up apologetically.
One person said, "Ms. Castillo, my family runs a hospital. Would your grandfather like to come to our hospital?"
Another person said, "I know top doctors abroad who can perform surgery on your grandfather."
My face was filled with emotion, and I kept expressing my gratitude, but my gentle gaze remained fixed on Oliver.
Oliver nodded somewhat guiltily. "If you want, we can wait until your grandfather recovers before calling off the engagement."
I finally smiled, and the tears that had been welling up in my eyes fell like pearls.
I softly said, "Thank you, Oliver."
"Then I won't disturb you and Ms. Murphy."
I turned and left. However, after just two steps, my body weakened, and I fell backward.
I silently counted in my heart. By the time I reached three, a pair of warm hands caught me.
The one who caught me was Oliver.
After I steadied myself, he immediately withdrew his hands and gave a light cough.
Oliver said to me, "Let me take you back."
Then, seeing Mia's gloomy face nearby, Oliver hurriedly explained to her.
He said, "Mia, don't overthink. Everett asked me to look after her. I'm worried it's not safe for her to go home alone."
Mia's gaze turned dark. She stubbornly said, "You don't need to explain to me. She's your fiance. It's only right for you to take her home."
After speaking, Mia gave me a fierce glare and then turned and left.
Oliver stood there, not knowing what to do.
I said considerately, "I can go back alone. Go check on Ms. Murphy. Don't let me cause any misunderstandings between you two."
Oliver hesitated for two seconds, then ran after Mia in the direction she left.
The others present all wanted to escort me back. I politely declined and then left.
In the hallway, a drunk man stopped me.
He asked, "How much for a night?"
Disgust flashed in my eyes, and just as I was about to slap him, I heard Oliver's soft, flattering voice to Mia not far away.
I thought for a moment, then pretended to look very scared and took two steps back.
I said, "You've got the wrong person. Please move aside."
The man cornered me against the wall and said, "You're already out here selling your body, so stop pretending to be pure. Let me tell you, I have plenty of money."
After saying that, the man puckered his lips and lunged at me. The smell of alcohol mixed with bad breath from his mouth almost made me throw up.
Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Oliver walking over, chasing Mia. So, I immediately pretended to be very scared.
I shouted, "Don't come any closer! My fianc is Mr. Garcia. If you dare treat me like this, he won't let you off."
The man spat and said, "Mr. Garcia? He only knows how to please women. Be with me instead. I'm way better than that guy."
The man grabbed me. Just as his mouth was about to touch my lips, he suddenly let out a piercing scream.
I looked up and saw Oliver twisting his arm and kicking him away.
The man was about to get angry, but when he saw it was Oliver, he quickly begged for mercy.
Oliver kicked him several more times before telling him to get lost.
Then, Oliver turned to me and asked, "Are you okay?"
I shook my head and said I was fine, but tears of fear kept falling.
Oliver said with a guilty look, "I shouldn't have let you walk alone. Let me take you back."
I looked at Mia, who had a gloomy expression.
Then, I said, "What about Ms. Murphy? Maybe you should stay with Ms. Murphy instead?"
Oliver said to Mia with guilt, "Mia, I'll come back to you after I take Ariana home."
I stood behind Oliver and winked provocatively at Mia.
Mia, very angry, said sarcastically, "If you want to take her, take her. What does it have to do with me?"
"However, the guests here have sharp eyes. Ariana might really be out selling her body. Taking her home would just delay her making money, wouldn't it?"
I raised an eyebrow.
I knew Mia said that on purpose to disgust me.
But I have to admit, she guessed right.
Unfortunately, I won't admit it, and Oliver definitely won't believe it.
Sure enough, Oliver's face was full of disappointment.
He said to Mia, "I told you, there's nothing between Ariana and me. Even if you don't like her, you shouldn't say things like that."
Mia realized Oliver was truly angry, but she didn't explain. Instead, she glared at me with resentment and malice.
After getting in the car, I reached out to stop the uneasy Oliver.
I said to him, "Go find Ms. Murphy. Just have the driver take me home."
"If you don't go soon, Ms. Murphy might actually get angry."
Oliver was still hesitating at first. After hearing my words, he immediately agreed and instructed the driver to make sure I got home safely.
After the car started, I saw Oliver standing still, calling Mia through the rearview mirror.
I don't know what Mia said, but Oliver angrily threw his phone to the ground.
I smiled.
What happened tonight has already created a rift between Oliver and Mia.
Now, just one more thing needs to happen, and they will completely part ways.
But I didn't expect this to happen so soon.
A wealthy man named Henry Brooks fell in love with Mia. He bet on a car race with Oliver, and the stake was Mia.
After Everett found out about this, he immediately called him to come home.
However, Oliver not only ignored Everett's words but also had reporters and media widely publicize the matter.
When I arrived at the mountain-top road, reporters, media, and onlookers had the place tightly surrounded.
The race was about to start, and Mia and Oliver were having a quarrel.
Mia stubbornly raised her head and said to Oliver, "Oliver, what gives you the right to use me as a bet?"
Oliver affectionately ruffled her hair and said, "Mia, don't worry. Your boyfriend is strong. I won't lose."
Mia snorted coldly and said, "Whether you win or lose is none of my business. And you're not my boyfriend."
Henry, sitting on the motorcycle, whistled. "Mr. Garcia, did you hear that? Mia said you're not her boyfriend."
"After tonight, I'll be her boyfriend."
Oliver ignored Henry and patted the motorcycle behind him.
He said to Mia, "Mia, get on."
Mia glanced at Oliver but turned and walked to Henry's motorcycle.
She asked Henry, "Can I sit?"
Henry immediately smiled and made room. "My pleasure."
Saying this, Henry gave Oliver a provocative look.
Oliver's face instantly turned grim.
He shouted, "Mia, come here!"
Mia ignored him and instead stubbornly sat on Henry's motorcycle.
Henry smiled and said, "Mr. Garcia, since Mia chose me, let's skip the race. Just admit defeat. Don't worry, I'll take good care of Mia."
Mia still said stubbornly, "I have nothing to do with Oliver."
The people around kept saying Oliver was no match for Henry, shouting for Oliver to admit defeat.
And this scene was broadcast live by reporters and media.
Oliver became completely furious. Just as he was about to bring Mia over, he saw me walking toward him.
He frowned and said impatiently, "Why are you here? Did Everett send you to persuade me to give up the race?"
I gently shook my head and said, "I'm here to race with you. Isn't there still a spot on the back of your bike?"
After saying that, I climbed onto his bike.
Oliver frowned and said, "Get off. Racing is dangerous."
With a gentle expression, I stubbornly said, "I'm not afraid. Besides, I believe you'll protect me."
Oliver softened and told me to hold on tight to him.
I immediately complied, reaching out to wrap my arms around Oliver's waist.
The next second, I noticed Oliver's body stiffen slightly.
Seeing my action, Mia's face darkened.
Soon, the match began.
Oliver and Henry chased each other, pushing their bikes to the max speed.
In the end, Oliver left Henry far behind and won the race.
Oliver excitedly hugged me and shouted, "We won!"
I was about to hug back when Mia rushed over and pushed me away.
I could have dodged, but I deliberately let her push me to the ground.
My knee got scraped by the gravel on the ground, immediately bleeding, and the pain brought tears to my eyes.
Oliver was shocked and quickly helped me up.
He asked worriedly, "Ariana, are you okay?"
I held back the pain and said in a seemingly innocent yet subtly provocative tone, "I'm fine. Oliver, Ms. Murphy didn't mean it. She just got anxious seeing me in your car and ended up pushing me."
Oliver turned his head, angrily looked at Mia, and commanded, "Apologize to Ariana!"
Mia said in disbelief, "I didn't push her. Ariana is framing me. She's taking revenge on me."
Oliver's face showed disappointment. He asked Mia, "Why would Ariana take revenge on you for no reason?"
"Mia, how did you become like this?"
Mia's words were stuck, and she couldn't say a single word.
Oliver picked me up and then turned to leave.
Looking at Mia's almost twisted face, I smiled silently.
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