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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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180 Chs

unexpected connections

After a few minutes, the stranger returned with supplies from the pharmacy. He opened the car door, squatted down, and carefully attended to Annabelle's wounded leg. Cleaning the surface with cotton wool and methylated spirit, he skillfully disinfected the wound, closing it with a sticking bandage. Satisfied with his first aid efforts, he handed her a bottle of lemonade to counteract the lingering effects of alcohol.

As the stranger headed back into the car, he turned to Annabelle and asked for her address, offering to drop her off. Annabelle input her details into the car's navigation system, sipping the drink as they drove. During a momentary pause, she caught him stealing a glance at her, and their eyes met briefly before both looked away.

"Thanks for your help tonight. I couldn't imagine what would have happened if you hadn't interfered," Annabelle expressed her gratitude.