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The billionaire and his contract wife

Mr. Edwards Quinn stormed into his office, seething after a heated argument with his father, who had issued an ultimatum: marry within a month, or lose his position as CEO. Known for his carefree lifestyle and reputation as a playboy, Quinn was hardly ready to settle down. However, his career and status were on the line, so he decided to take drastic measures—even if that meant faking a marriage. After being turned down by several of his ex-girlfriends, Quinn turned to his last option: his assistant, Annabelle. She had been loyal, professional, and entirely unassuming—a perfect candidate to act as his “wife.” Without giving her a chance to process, he summoned her and threw a document across his desk, demanding she sign it. What he didn’t realize was that Annabelle had a hidden life and a past he knew nothing about. Annabelle picked up the contract and saw the bold title: Marriage Contract. Shocked and confused, she looked up at her boss. She had secretly harbored feelings for Quinn but had never expected something like this. She hesitated, yet couldn’t ignore the opportunity to be close to him, even if it was under false pretenses. Taking a deep breath, she signed the document, setting her sights on making him fall for her during their time together. Little did she know she was stepping into a dangerous game with a man known for his cold heart and disregard for others’ feelings. Can Annabelle’s warmth melt Quinn’s icy exterior? Will her secret identity unravel as she navigates this web of deception? And what will happen when the line between pretense and reality begins to blur? Dive into this thrilling story to find out!

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The fight

"I love you, Edwards," Annabelle confessed, her words hanging in the air between them like a fragile thread. "Even before our contract, I accepted it in the hopes that someday you would understand my feelings and reciprocate my love. But until now, I don't know how you feel about me. Do you love me, Edwards?" she asked, her voice quivering with uncertainty.

Edwards's face remained impassive as he struggled to process Annabelle's confession. He had heard her profess her love in a drunken state before, but he had never taken it seriously. Now, hearing that she had loved him even before their contract began, he felt a surge of guilt wash over him, realizing how deeply he had hurt her with his indifference.

But amidst the guilt, there was also confusion. Edwards had spent so long burying his emotions, shielding himself from the pain of past betrayals. He had yet to come to terms with his own feelings towards Annabelle.