The Contracted Ever After (Cordelia and Ronan) novel Chapter 18

Cordelia guessed that Ronan was probably worried about Barney being alone in Birchwood. So, he was planning to have Barney move in with him. If Barney did, they would have to put up their wedding picture. So, if Barney really came, did that mean Cordelia also had to move into Ronan's house?

Saturday, Cordelia went to a large photography studio using the address Ronan gave her. Ronan was already waiting for her there.

Cordelia changed into her wedding dress. It fit her perfectly, making her remember the way he had looked at her. With just one look, he had accurately estimated her size. His gaze was sharp.

When Cordelia came out after changing, Ronan glanced at her. Her beauty and figure were awe-inspiring. The pearl necklace around her neck accentuated her collarbone, making her look youthful and lively.

Looking at Cordelia in her white wedding dress, what Ronan was really thinking was, "This is the woman I'm going to spend my life with."

Ronan's gaze didn't linger on Cordelia for long. He went on talking to the photographer, but he didn't seem to be listening to what the photographer was saying.

Cordelia also saw Ronan. He was wearing a black suit, looking dashing and handsome, so much so that it was hard to look straight at him.

Usually, taking wedding photos took a whole day, but they finished all the shooting in just one hour. After changing her clothes, Cordelia tidied up her bag and said happily to Ronan, "Mr. Evans, will you send me copies of the photos when you get them?"

Ronan was adjusting his cuffs and replied without any expression, "Are you looking forward to it?"

"Yes." Cordelia's eyes were shining.

"Don't worry, sooner or later, you'll see them. You don't need to go back to my grandfather's house today. You can enjoy your time. I'll let you know when to come."

Ronan's attitude was totally like he was giving orders to a subordinate.

Cordelia covered up her feelings of wanting to see Ronan and said, laughing, "That's perfect because I registered for a CPA prep course online a few days ago. They told me to come in person to confirm it in the next few days. I plan to go handle that this afternoon."

Without responding, Ronan drove off.

Cordelia felt a bit awkward and disappointed. She had just said so much, but he didn't respond and just left like that. It was a bit awkward for Cordelia. It seemed like it would be a while before Cordelia could see him again.

In the afternoon, Cordelia went to Horizon Heights to sign up for the CPA prep course.

She was always a strong learner and passed many courses through self-study. But now she was busy with work, so she specifically signed up for a guaranteed pass course online, because she heard that the teachers were all former exam whizzes.

A young, handsome teacher walked onto the stage for the 3 o'clock class. The girls in the class were amazed by his good looks.

The teacher wrote "Jamie" on the blackboard and said, "This is my name. You guys can call me Mr. Colby from now on. Let's start the class."