"I'm engaged to wed you…" Esmé whispered, her entire body trembling. Perhaps it was the rain drenching her garments, or the chilling gaze of the man, piercing, cold, and评判着 her. "Despite being soaked, you're undeniably attractive beneath those clothes. I could almost comprehend if you were trying to entice me. Yet, you've the audacity to declare your intention to marry me," he said, a smirk curling his lips. Never did Esmé imagine herself kneeling before a man, tears streaming down her face, pleading for his acceptance. Faced with no alternatives, she swallowed her pride and shame, seeking refuge from the feared mafia lord in their city. Without parental support to back her betrothal claim to the notorious billionaire, her words were dismissed as mere fabrications. Yet, Esmé refused to give up. Devoted to honoring her parents' last wish before their tragic demise, she knew she must survive to seek justice. But navigating this forced union with a man who held no desire for her would be a daunting task. With courage, trust, and a subtle allure, Esmé resolved to navigate the darkest corners, all in pursuit of his attention, loyalty, and love – determined never to let him go.
