The Sugar Daddy Proposition
In a world where dreams and values often clash, a young woman on the edge of financial collapse is presented with a life-changing offer from a powerful, mysterious CEO. He wants her to be his wife—at least in the eyes of the world. It’s a convenient arrangement, one that promises wealth, security, and a way out of the mess she never should’ve been in. Caught between sticking to her principles and the temptation of a life she never imagined, she’s faced with a decision that could change everything.
BLINDING LIGHTS
The week leading up to the gala had been uneventful, at least on the surface. Mark and I continued to operate in our strange limbo—cordial but distant. Mark was quieter than usual, his mood seemingly improved but distracted, as if he were bracing himself for something. He buried himself in work, and whenever the topic of the gala came up, it was brushed aside with the same quick, clipped responses.
I did my best to avoid bringing up the event directly with him, taking any questions or logistical concerns to Edward instead. It was easier that way, sparing us both from an unnecessary confrontation. He gave no hints about Mark's odd reaction, instead focusing on logistics and reminding me that everything about this evening was an opportunity to solidify Rowley Enterprises' reputation.