Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow

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Chapter 5

~Zara~

I freshened up, changed and went down for breakfast only to be informed Snow had left for work. Glancing at my watch, it was just 7 a.m. and he was already at work. I didn't ask what he did. I did not wish to bother myself.

Breakfast was laid out on a long table—fresh fruits, pastries, eggs, smoked salmon, milk, juices and grape wine. I took my time, savouring every bite.

Snow's mansion was full of surprises, and I wasn't going to let my family's betrayal ruin this small pleasure. I ate slowly, letting the calm of the morning and the food distract me from the anger under my skin.

I finished breakfast, set my napkin down, and decided to explore. The mansion was enormous—high ceilings, expensive art, a library with towering shelves, a sunroom with exotic plants, and a gym filled with top-tier equipment.

The staff gave me polite smiles, curious about the new Mrs. Snow. I smiled back, determined not to feel out of place.

I wandered through the east wing, discovering rooms with antique furniture, a ballroom and a drawing room with a massive fireplace. Snow's wealth was everywhere, and I couldn't help but wonder what else I had to learn about him.

Outside, the garden was filled with paths, fountains, and a pond. As I wandered, I spotted a greenhouse tucked in the corner. Inside, it was warm and filled with bright, exotic flowers.

Relaxed, I turned to leave but noticed heavy doors at the far end, reinforced with metal bars. Why would a greenhouse need such secure doors?