A one-night stand was all she wanted, but that was never his style. Still, they ended up together in a night of passion. No names, no feelings, and no complications. Heiress and advocate lawyer Daniella Hamilton had never wanted her inheritance, only wishing to live a simple life. Still, she ended up in the center of an intense war for power. Now, she had to find the balance between the life she dreamt of and the life that she was meant to have. Enigmatic and brilliant CEO Prince Alexander Princeton renounced his title to his birthright, believing that true power should come from building his own legacy. However, the kingdom faced a new dilemma where he was asked to serve his people and sit on the throne. Separated after their one night of wild adventure. They thought that their unexpected encounter was an isolated incident. However, fate had something else in mind, as they find their way back in each other’s arms, not in a passionate embrace but with a contract that would bind them for a long time. Would their agreement fulfill their dreams, or would it end in a disastrous union? [Warning: Mature steamy content, slight violence (in the later chapters), and some inappropriate language] *** Nominated in the WSA - Webnovel Spirity Awards 2021 Thanks to all my readers for all your support. You have been a great inspiration during my journey in writing this story. I would have never made it if not for your encouragement through your votes, comments, reviews, golden tickets, gifts, and continued support. Thank you so much. COVER PHOTO - Commissioned by Vatarison Instagram: bishop_1275
Amelia quickly grabbed her clothes from the floor, picking up each piece as if it was a piece of her heart that she could not leave behind. Then, she quickly ran to the bathroom, dressed up, fixed her hair, and washed her face of any traces of last night.
She would have taken a shower, but that would mean staying in this place a minute longer than necessary. A few minutes later, she was ready to bolt through the door, leave everything behind, take the walk of shame and never look back.
"You deserve better." She mumbled like a mantra that she would not stop saying until her mind and heart agreed that she was better off without him.
However, she caught her reflection in the mirror, her crumpled clothes from last night, her barely fixed hair, and her face bare of any makeup. She looked like a woman who had suffered enough.