Fate brought them together in a surprise marriage... Will they choose freedom or give in to a love that could last forever? ***** Rain Clayton’s life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers she’s suddenly married to a billionaire named Alexander Lancaster, a powerful and dangerously captivating man who wants their marriage over before it even begins... Raised by a family that never cared for her and desperate to avoid a twisted arranged marriage, Rain seizes this unexpected twist of fate. Her new husband might be a cold-hearted billionaire, but he's her only escape. Yet Alexander demands a swift divorce. Refusing to lose her one chance at freedom, Rain strikes a risky bargain to keep their marriage alive, even if it means playing by Alexander’s rules. She just has to convince him to want her around—FOREVER. Weeks into their unexpected arrangement, Rain begins to see through Alexander’s icy exterior. But one night, she’s taken by surprise. “What are you doing?” Rain burst out, eyes wide as Alexander casually slid into her bed. “Performing husbandly duties,” he smirked. “You can’t stay here! It’s against the contract!” “I’m not breaking it,” Alexander said with a shrug. “The contract specifies that you’ll fulfill all wifely duties, excluding sharing my bed. It doesn’t say anything about me not performing husbandly duties, including sharing your bed.” The situation had shifted, and it seemed like she was no longer the only one in control... [Warning: r18+/strong mature & sexual content]
Rain was curious about where Henry was taking her but didn't ask any questions. When he stopped the car in front of a small eatery near the wet market, he stepped out, and she followed.
It was clear they were overdressed for the place. The customers—mostly market workers and drivers—paused to stare as they walked in and sat down. But after a moment, everyone resumed their meals.
"Their braised pork is good here. Want to try?" Henry asked.
"Sure," she replied. The small eatery reminded her of the places she and Sanya used to frequent during their high school days. She sighed, her heart sinking as she thought of Sanya. She missed her friend, and even now, Sanya hadn't reached out to her.
Henry called over the older woman running the place and placed their order, snapping Rain out of her momentary trance.
"So, why here?" she asked, curious about his choice of restaurant.
"Are you uncomfortable?" Henry asked, curious.