Summary
Sophen has fallen, ravaged by the Empire, leaving Countess Leylin Efran with an impossible choice. To save her family’s legacy, she *must* marry, but Leylin refuses to surrender her heart to a loveless union. Her ingenious solution? A one-year contract marriage – a temporary alliance to secure her future without sacrificing her freedom. Just as her desperate search begins, a captivating, enigmatic man steps into her path. He seems too perfect, too charming… but is this dashing stranger truly the answer to Leylin’s prayers, or is she walking straight into a meticulously crafted deception? In a world where trust is a luxury and survival is paramount, Leylin must discern if her ‘obvious fraudulent marriage’ is a lifeline or a trap. Unravel the truth and begin Leylin’s journey in Chapter 1!