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.
I took a deep breath, choosing my words carefully. "That's not why I came. I thought… maybe we could find a way to make this easier on both of us."
I waited for an answer, the uncomfortable silence growing too long. Finally, he turned, his gaze sharp and defensive.
"Easier?" he repeated, his voice laced with bitterness. "For you, maybe. You get a comfy setup out of this. For me? I'm supposed to pretend my life is in order because my father decided he wants this… whatever this is."