*Chapter 15: The Aftermath*
As the days went by, Sophia and Alexander's relationship continued to blossom. They spent every spare moment together, exploring the city and getting to know each other.
But despite the excitement of their new relationship, Sophia couldn't shake off the feeling that they were living in a bubble. The paparazzi were still hounding them, and the pressure to maintain their public image was intense.
One day, Alexander took her to a quiet café on the outskirts of town. "I wanted to talk to you about something," he said, his eyes locked onto hers.
"What is it?" Sophia asked, her curiosity piqued.
"I was thinking about our situation," Alexander said. "I know it's not easy, being in the public eye all the time. But I want you to know that I'm committed to making this work. I care about you, Sophia, and I want to be with you."
Sophia's heart skipped a beat. She felt a surge of emotion, and she knew that she felt the same way. "I care about you too," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Alexander smiled, and pulled her close. "I'm glad," he said. "We'll get through this together, okay?"
Sophia nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. She knew that she wasn't alone in this, and that Alexander was committed to making their relationship work.
As they sat there, holding each other, Sophia felt a sense of peace. She knew that she had found someone special in Alexander, and she was excited to see what the future held.
But as they left the café, Sophia couldn't help but wonder what challenges lay ahead. Would they be able to maintain their relationship in the face of intense media scrutiny? And what would happen when the truth about their arrangement came out?