Summary
Claire’s life was a tapestry woven with neglect and hardship, a forgotten character in a story no one bothered to finish. Until, that is, the dazzling Princess Yuri burst into her world with an outrageous proposition: marry her brother, the Empire’s most coveted bachelor! Despite Claire’s reluctance and the Emperor’s own bewilderment, Yuri’s unwavering determination led to an unexpected contract engagement with the enigmatic Second Prince Raymond.
Initially, Raymond saw it as a temporary charade, a simple agreement to appease his sister, promising Claire ample compensation for her cooperation. But as the days turned into weeks, the lines of their contract began to blur. Raymond, once distant, now approaches Claire with an intensity that sends shivers down her spine, whispering desires of never letting her go. For Claire, who has always guarded her heart against the pain of love, this sudden deluge of affection from her potential in-laws is both terrifying and undeniably captivating. Can she truly open her heart when her past whispers caution, and her future is bound by a fragile contract? Dive into the first chapter and discover if Claire can find love amidst this royal entanglement!