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“Sis, I can’t marry him! Please help me convince Mom not to marry me off!” Melody cried helplessly in Penelope’s arms.  

Penelope looked at her younger sister in distraught. She knew how much Melody was in love with her current boyfriend, but it would be difficult to disobey their mother, considering the massive debt their father left behind prior to his death.  

However, on the day of the wedding day, Melody didn’t show up and ran away with her lover. In order to give her family some face, Penelope Dimitriou had no other choice but to step forward to fill her sister’s role.  

“Mr. Hendrix, my sister ran away. Do you mind marrying me instead?” 

The man lifted his dark eyes and stared at her for a long moment before his lips curled into a dashing smile.  

“Sure,” he said with an amused laugh. “But you better not regret it.”  

Penelope stiffened under his gaze but kept her expression neutral. Regret? That was the word she was trying to remove from her vocabulary, but if marrying this stranger could spare her sister from trouble, so be it.

The Billionaire’s Substitute Bride

<p>Penelope's schedule was full, and she barely had time for herself. If she wasn't in a meeting, one could find her engrossed in front of her computer, editing several brochures and product packaging. Never did once her colleagues held her complain or see her frown. She was a master multitasker, moving seamlessly from one task to another with grace and precision. Despite the hectic work environment, Penelope always managed to keep a cool head and a warm smile, earning the admiration of her coworkers.</p>

<p>Despite her busy schedule, Penelope ensured she made time for her husband and her family. It didn't take long before her mother found out about Priscilla's problem at work. Roselia's face paled upon hearing what her second daughter suffered, and her blood immediately boiled with rage. She looked at Penelope silently, and Penelope nodded in response. </p>

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