Seven Years In, and I CheatedChapter 2

"Em, want to get married, like right now?"

Jay's voice snapped me back to reality. I nodded, a little dazed.

Jay gave me a happy grin. We were stopped at a light, and he squeezed my hand, like it was the most precious thing in the world.

I used to doubt Jay's intentions, thought he'd dump me the second he got what he wanted.

Because he's just too good to be true. Unless Kevin had something to do with it.

Getting the marriage license went smoothly. At the same time, I saw Kevin's Instagram post.

He was making his relationship official with Chloe Baker, a sophomore from my old college.

I remember her. When I lost my diploma and went back to school for a replacement, Chloe was the driver's daughter that worked for Kevin's family. She was really helpful, running errands for me.

But Chloe wasn't the girl Kevin had been cheating with.

I frowned, staring at the screen for too long.

Jay saw me looking at Kevin's Instagram post. "I know her," he said casually. "Kevin brought her around once or twice. I could tell there was something going on."

He watched my face carefully.

I just laughed. So Kevin does introduce girlfriends to his friends. He just didn't think I was worth it.

In seven years, I'd never been on Kevin's social media.

"Let's go home and make that mac and cheese."

Jay's face lit up. He took my hand. "Okay, let's go."

I glanced at Jay's profile. What would Kevin do if he knew I was really with Jay?

Jay had agreed to Kevin’s scheme, but I doubt he ever expected to fall for me.

Because of the differences between Jay and I.

Jay’s from the wealthy Weber family. They’re practically royalty in this town. I'm just a girl from the wrong side of the tracks.

Back at Jay’s place, he cooked me mac and cheese. It was awesome, the recipe came straight from his grandpa.

Just two months ago, my grandpa died.

Kevin was "traveling for work".

When Grandpa was sick, he saw Jay by my side and thought he was my boyfriend. He taught him the family mac and cheese recipe, showed him all the tricks.

Grandpa said, "When I'm gone, you can make it for my granddaughter."

Jay grabbed Grandpa's hand and promised, "I'll take care of her, I swear."

That's the day I decided to take a chance on Jay.

If only to make Grandpa happy.

Because of Jay, my grandpa passed away peacefully.

I suddenly teared up.

Jay got concerned. "Em, you and Kevin are over. You're my wife now."

I looked up at him, realizing he'd misunderstood. "I was just thinking about my grandpa."

Jay visibly relaxed. He pulled me into a hug, and I buried my face in his chest, letting the tears flow.

Jay paused. "Em, I promise I won't let you get hurt."