Fair_Child

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." 
Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce.

With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

The bride that never was

<p>Elijah glowered at Isaac, his eyes blazing with animosity. He pushed Isaac away and turned to address the onlookers, a cruel smile playing on his lips. "Well, there you have it," he announced, his voice clear and biting. "The secret I've been keeping: I'm ending my marriage. I'm divorcing my wife."</p>

<p>This was exactly what I'd anticipated - the trap I'd set, and he'd fallen right into it. His words lingered in the air as whispers rippled through the crowd. It was unfolding just as I'd planned. Elijah would portray himself as the wronged party, the betrayed spouse. He'd garner sympathy and support from the masses. People were drawn to a victim, especially one as attractive and influential as him. But I had no need for their pity.</p>

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