Summary
Alpheus, the Marquis of Rodian, is a man of unparalleled brilliance and captivating looks, yet whispers follow him like a shadow – rumors of a mysterious ailment that keeps his hands perpetually gloved. For years, Edith has served as his diligent treasurer, maintaining a professional distance. But when the Marquis, besieged by relentless marriage proposals, demands she pose as his fiancée, her carefully constructed world is thrown into disarray. What begins as a convenient contract to deter unwanted suitors soon unravels into something far more complicated. As Alpheus’s strangely sincere affections begin to chip away at her defenses, Edith finds herself increasingly entangled, questioning the true nature of their arrangement and the enigmatic man behind the gloves. Can a woman with an ‘iron wall’ around her heart resist the unexpected warmth of a man rumored to be cold and aloof? Dive into this captivating office romance where a contract sparks an undeniable connection. Read chapter 1 now!