"Your future has been arranged with the grandson of a business associate. College is no longer necessary; you've already spent too much time at school, away from our responsibilities." My brother's face contorted into a grim smile, adding, "As an integral part of this deal, you understand the impact on those who rely on our company for their livelihoods, don't you?" That pivotal moment marked the turning point in my life. I couldn't ignore the needs of others, especially our family. Unfortunately, my brother had allowed our late parents' company to falter, indulging in a lavish lifestyle without earning it. Now, I find myself bound to marry a stranger in a convoluted business agreement. At just 18 years old, freshly graduated from high school, and with only one failed, earnest relationship behind me, how could I possibly prepare myself to become the wife of a highly visible and notorious playboy billionaire?
