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Driven by a desperate need to support her single father and three younger siblings, Seraphina Sheldon-Wallace embarks on a job hunt. Unbeknownst to her, this quest will lead her to a fateful encounter with Patrick MacDowell, a self-made billionaire and her father's boss, setting the stage for a life-altering journey.
Patrick, the enigmatic force behind the lavish Ricky Empire, is grappling with mounting pressure. His mother's relentless push for him to settle down and his friends' increasing curiosity about his personal life are pushing him to the edge. He's in dire need of a solution, and he needs it now. When Seraphina unexpectedly enters his life, he sees a potential answer to his problems, setting the stage for a high-stakes romance.
A deal is struck in a twist of fate: Seraphina will pose as Patrick's girlfriend for 30 days. It's a simple arrangement, driven by Patrick's need for a cover and Seraphina's financial desperation. But as they dive into this charade, sparks fly.
Heat meets cold, and the lines between pretense and reality blur. Their attraction grows stronger with each passing day, and resisting temptation becomes an impossible battle.
Can they keep their hearts in check and stick to the deal, or will their facade lead to something neither of them expected? Explore the rollercoaster of emotions and drama as an arrogant billionaire and a determined woman navigate their turbulent 30-day journey together.

The Billionaire's Deal

He said, "Bye." He watched her haul her things out of the way, turned back to face the door, and entered the modest home.

He knew right away that Phina was coming from the kitchen since she was approaching from a corner of the house. He did not know if she was aware of his presence. But when she fully entered the room and looked up at him, he knew she was aware of his presence, since she didn't appear shocked.

The expression on her face surprised him.

It appeared as though she had been in mourning. She had guilt on every inch of her face. He pondered why it seemed like she was self-loathing. His expression twisted into a frown. How could she despise herself for something over which she has no control? In addition, he shouldn't be in that position, and he was the wrong person in this situation.

Shame