43 Conditions (1/2)

Raven's eyes were opened wide while she reads the revisions Jordan had made.

'Marriage registration only without a ceremony and should be kept a secret to others as well but not limited to immediate family and closed trusted friends,' was revised to, 'Marriage registration with a ceremony in secret with immediate family and closed trusted friends.'

Then another one that caused her eyes to pop-out was the condition of –

'No consummation of marriage until Raven graduated and had a stable career,' was revised to, 'No consummation of marriage unless consented by both parties.'

Other conditions remained as it is except for an additional one which was obviously added by Jordan.

No touching (like hugging, holding hand etc.) of/from opposite sex whether classmates, friends, acquaintances etc.

Raven sighed, looked at Jordan and said, ”Why do I feel like I am at the disadvantage when I was the one who is helping you in the process?”

Jordan creased his eyebrow.

”Well to be precise both of us will benefit in the process. The disinheritance will be voided while you will bring joy and happiness to our father in return if you agree on the marriage. Am I wrong to think that nothing was more important to you but fulfilling our father's dream and wish? And I'm sure you knew that this was the only thing that can make the old man happy right now.” He said plainly without blinking an eye.

Raven once again sighed. Of course she was aware of what will make her father happy. But still, she wanted to keep her condition as is when it comes to the consummation thing.

”But, can we just retain the original condition for consummation of marriage?” Raven asked in a low tone.

”Why? Aren't you confident enough about your self-control?” Jordan asked in a teasing tone.

Raven suddenly blushed and answered in high tone, ”Of course I am. It's just that; anyway, let me think about it first.”

She put back the document in the envelope. She will definitely not sign it yet`.

Jordan sighed deeply then looked closely at Raven and said, ”Since you're not signing that means you don't agree yet right? So, can I continue with my blind dates for now? Just to make sure I don't wait in vain?”

Raven frowned. 'What the heck? Is he blackmailing me now? He was the one needing help so I should be the one making demands, right?' Raven thought helplessly.

Boosting her pride, Raven answered, ”Yeah sure go on with your blind dates. Who knows you might find someone to your liking so we won't bother with this conditions thing anymore.”

Jordan was scrutinizing Raven's expression then smiled sweetly.

”Are you sure? If you will stop me with the blind dates then I will, just say it.” Jordan continued as he narrowed his eyes on Raven.

'What is this? Is he teasing me?' Raven's heart was pumping fast because of Jordan's gaze.

”Okay just stop.” Raven replied in honesty. She really doesn't want Jordan to do more blind dates. It makes her feel irritated.

Jordan smiled at her lovingly while Raven just let out a very deep sighed.

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