Arranged Marriage

A desperate bargain sparks an undeniable passion in this captivating romance. Annabelle Orlando, struggling with poverty, has her life transformed by Daniel Carter. He is a powerful empire heir and the most eligible bachelor, but he is also under pressure. His parents have given him an ultimatum: marry before his birthday or lose his inheritance. When their lives intersect, Daniel views Annabelle not as a genuine connection, but as a pawn to fulfill his family's demands. For Annabelle, marrying Daniel is not about love, but a means of survival, an escape from her destitution. This union is a deliberate transaction, a pact born from the quiet desperation of two individuals seeking different forms of freedom. He requires a wife to secure his future, while she seeks refuge from her bleak circumstances.