Chapter 2: The Life of Adrien Laurent
Adrien Laurent, the son of billionaire Henri Laurent, had always lived a life of unparalleled luxury. With a silver spoon in his mouth and a sense of entitlement in his heart, Adrien was the a perfect example of a spoiled brat. His every whim was catered to, his every desire fulfilled. He resided in a grand estate, surrounded by opulent furnishings and priceless artwork.
Adrien's days were filled with the finest indulgences. He spent his mornings lounging by the pool, his afternoons racing his sleek sports cars, and his nights attending lavish parties. He was a playboy, always on the prowl for his next conquest. Love was a game to him, a mere fantasy that he didn't believe in.
But Adrien's life was about to take a drastic turn. His parents, tired of his philandering ways, had decided to take matters into their own hands. They had arranged for him to be married, to a woman of their choosing. Adrien was furious. He wouldn't be tied down, not now, not ever. But his parents were resolute. They wanted a grandchild, an heir to the Laurent empire. And they would stop at nothing to get it.
Adrien's eyes narrowed as he thought of the woman his parents had chosen for him. Liana Rose. He had never met her, but he knew she was innocent, naive. She wouldn't last a day in his world. He imagined her as a timid, introverted wallflower, completely opposite to his outgoing, extravagant personality. The thought of being tied to her for the rest of his life was suffocating.
As he gazed out at the city skyline, Adrien knew his life was about to change in ways he couldn't imagine. He would have to pretend to be a devoted husband, a role he was not suited for. But he had no choice. His parents had made it clear that this marriage was non-negotiable.
Adrien's mind raced with thoughts of rebellion, of escape. But he knew it was futile. He was trapped, forced into a marriage he didn't want. And as he poured himself a glass of scotch, he knew his life would never be the same again. The playboy was about to become a husband. But would he ever become a true lover? Only time would tell....