"What?" He snapped immediately.
"What the hell are you talking about, Freya?"
"What did you just say to me?"
"I said, I want a divorce" I stated, still standing firm on my decision.
"Let's go upstairs," he said. And I followed behind him. It's better the maids don't hear about this.
It was only a matter of time before I went crazy in this big house of his. The guilt, his words, and his actions—it all would just drive me insane within months, and I did not sign up to damage my mental health.
I'm not going to be optimistic this time; I'm being realistic, and this is the only way I can get through this alive.
"Why would you want that? Are you crazy? We literally just got married a few days ago." He continued as he shut the door and sat on the bed, slowly running his fingers through his hair.
He was clearly getting agitated; maybe I could use it to my advantage.
If I don't show him my weak side, I might actually win this thing.
"I know that," I said as I sat beside him and held his hand. Let me lead him and still be in control.
"But you and I both know we don't want this. Getting married to your enemy, someone you can't bring yourself to forgive. Just imagine yourself being stuck with me for the rest of your life, with no piece of mind and no f*cking love for Reiss."
He lowered his gaze, and I just felt that my words were beginning to make sense to him.
"That's right, Reiss, no fucking love. Now, would you want to raise your children with such a despicable person as me? Do you truly see me as the mother of your children? Giving birth in the OR, holding your hand as I scream my ass out, trying to push your Minnie out of my womb."
"Let's get a divorce. I can contact my lawyer to file the papers. We could sign and maybe stay together for three more months before calling it quits. And by staying together," I don't mean living together.
Oh no, we could just keep the still-married title and live separately. Then we'll tell Papa we divorced due to some irreconcilable conditions.
"Everyone gets divorced now and then; it's like a trend, to be honest. Some people even got divorced after 72 days. I, on the other hand, am suggesting 4 months. I'm not just doing this for me; I'm doing this for you too."
"I know we don't agree on things, but let's at least stick together for this one, okay?"
He takes a deep breath before looking into my eyes.
"…No"
"What!" This time, it was I who was shocked as fuck.
"Let's just give this a try, you know. Maybe we can learn to work things out. Besides, I've also seen marriages without love, which has strived. You'll just have to put in more effort to tolerate me and bear my kids," he shrugged.
"Reiss, you can't tolerate me because you hate me! Those guys don't hate each other; that's why they could learn to love each other. We're different, and no matter what, I can never fall in love with you! Don't you see, it's a win-win situation here? We don't stay together; my dad is still alive, and then your dad leaves you alone."
as if I knew this would never work.
Mr. Sukuna, are you leaving us alone? That'll only happen in my wildest dreams, but that's where this divorce plays out.
I could get half of Reiss's properties and be stinking rich, then I can pay him back that 500,000 won he used to bail dad out and also for the wedding expenses, and then we're all free! And I will still remain a billionaire.
It's a good plan, isn't it?
Mama's always thinking ahead, you know.
"What you're saying makes sense, but I don't want a divorce. Please, Freya, reconsider; I beg you." He said it all of a sudden as he got on his knees, grabbed both of my hands, and stared deeply into my eyes.
This is so touching, it's making me almost release a chuckle.
Like? Is this the mighty Reiss? The guy who seemed to have it all—power, fame, and money? Who threatened people with just his aura and presence?
Yet here he is, begging me not to divorce him. What a pity to think I was scared of this man! pfft!
He hasn't changed one bit since high school; he's still the same old weakling.
This pathetic attempt to keep me caged so he can torture me wouldn't work. I've made up my mind. If he's not okay with it, then I'll just process the damn papers myself and force him to sign.
I redrew my hands and took to my feet.
"Sorry, not sorry, but I can't do that. I'll go ahead and process the papers if I have to. I'll cook up some lies for the press if I have to! I'll tell them the whole damn truth if I have to. I'm getting this divorce either way, so it's either you cooperate or I open my mouth. Which is it, Reiss Sukuna?" I smirked.
It's concluded; I've won this battle already. He can't stop me; no one can.
He sighs as I watch him get up on his feet. He walks towards his side of the bedroom and pulls out something from the drawers.
"An envelope?" I raise a brow.
"I tried my best to change your mind, but you wouldn't." "You know, before I knew you would be the one I'd be getting married to, I had already arranged some divorce papers, just in case I didn't find her appealing with good qualities."
"So you're saying?"
"There's no reason for you to go through all that hassle. You just need to sign these, and you'll be free as a bird. We'll begin processing after our honeymoon, of course." He sighed as he laid the document for me and a pen beside it.
"All you just need to do is sign," he shrugged.
"Reiss, I have never been more proud of that brain of yours." I rejoiced as I picked up the pen and put in my signature.
"Although it's such a shame we'll be departing so soon," I promise to keep away from the press and stay quiet. I'll make sure your family's name doesn't get tarnished." I smiled from ear to ear.
Now this is what I call a successful bargain.
I stretched out my hand, hoping for a handshake, when he suddenly let out a displeasing cackle.
"Ugh… What's so funny?" I smiled awkwardly.
"You really thought I would let you go that easily?" He said he was still laughing.
"What do you mean by that?"
"Princess, take a good look at what you just signed." He spoke with a serious tone.
That's when I grabbed the paper and peered into it.
This agreement is made in the city of Saeul between Mr. Reiss Sukuna and Freya Park (collectively "the parties" and individually "the party"), who are contemplating marriage to each other.
The parties intend for this agreement to become effective upon their marriage, pursuant to
This agreement is made for the purpose of clarifying and establishing their respective property interests when either party decides to file for divorce or legal separation.
Grounds for divorce:
1. irreconcilable differences
2. Adultery
3. A prison sentence of more than 20 years
4. Alcoholism or drug addiction
Divorce refers to the dissolution of the marriage between the couple. Divorce is certified under the jurisdiction of the governing law.
Whereas the parties agree that it would be appropriate to enter into an agreement identifying their separated property and fixing their respective rights and interests in that property,
All property acquired by either party by gift, devise, bequest, or inheritance
"What the hell is this?" I shouted as I threw the papers. What did I just sign? Are those prenup papers?
Shit!!!
I'm screwed!!! My freaking plan is ruined.
"I thought you were honest," I spat as I watched him pick up the papers.
"I never said I was, princess. You see, you wanted a divorce, and I'm willingly giving it to you, just not at my expense. So now you can go through with the papers, or...
You wanted my money all along." He smirked as he walked towards me.
"Getting a divorce would mean you going back to abject poverty, with my father hot on your tail, because your duty was to lock me in this marriage, but you failed woefully at that, if I may add.
You could also be in more debt if my father decides to show you no mercy.
So tell me, how do you intend to proceed now?" He finished as he stood right in front of me with a big grin on his face.
I should have known!
I shouldn't have trusted him!
Now, what do I do?
Fuck!