Summary
On the eve of her mother’s wedding to the terrifying Duke Orleans, Elara makes a desperate choice: elope with her soon-to-be stepbrother, Eric. What begins as a scandalous, midnight ‘sham marriage’ to protect her family from the Duke’s tyrannical grasp quickly spirals into a public spectacle, complete with stolen kisses and shocking headlines. Elara believes it’s all a calculated ruse, a temporary alliance to save her loved ones from ruin. But as the lines between their fake union and genuine emotions blur, she must confront the unexpected consequences of her audacious gamble. Will this marriage of convenience truly remain a sham, or are there unforeseen benefits—and dangers—lurking beneath the surface? Dive into the scandal and discover the truth in Chapter 1!