novel_evaray

Rachel Foster’s carefully constructed world is crumbling around her. Her fiancé, Jasper, faces imminent ruin, caught in a web of accusations and financial turmoil. Desperate to save him, Rachel is left with only one option: Kingsly Scott, the man she abandoned years ago, a man now transformed into a billionaire forged in the fires of betrayal.

Kingsly agrees to help, but his offer is far from charitable. He hasn't forgotten Rachel's decision to choose wealth over their love, and he intends to extract a price more devastating than she could ever imagine. His terms are brutal, forcing Rachel to confront the ghosts of their shared past and the devastating consequences of her choices.

As she navigates the treacherous landscape of Kingsly's world, a world of power plays, high-stakes deals, and simmering resentments, Rachel finds herself caught in a dangerous game of manipulation and desire. The lines between love and revenge blur as old flames are rekindled, threatening to consume them both.

But Kingsly's motivations are shrouded in mystery. Is he truly driven by revenge, or does a flicker of their former love still burn within his hardened heart? Rachel must unravel his true intentions while battling her own conflicting emotions. Can she reconcile the man she once loved with the ruthless tycoon he has become?

Meanwhile, a shadow lurks beneath the surface. Rachel’s brother, Noah, is entangled in a risky venture within Kingsly’s empire, a venture that could have far-reaching consequences. A conspiracy is brewing, threatening to expose secrets and destroy everything Rachel holds dear.

Caught between her loyalty to Jasper, her reawakened feelings for Kingsly, and the looming threat of unknown enemies, Rachel must make impossible choices. Will she sacrifice her own future to protect the ones she loves? Or will she become another casualty in Kingsly's ruthless game?

CEO's Secret Play

Kingsly's eyes were filled with sincerity and earnestness, just like every time he had confessed to her before.

But he was such a good actor. He could see through people's hearts so easily. Was what he was showing now his true self?

Rachel's eyes suddenly reddened, and she shook her head inwardly.

A person like him had no true heart...

If he had a true heart, he wouldn't deceive and hurt someone like this.

Even if there was a reason this time, what about the future? Because she was easy to coax, he could continue to deceive her at will, couldn't he?

So, what did it matter if he cared or not?

Her life had long been manipulated by him at his whim.

Taking a deep breath, she suppressed the bitterness in her throat, trying hard not to let tears gather in her eyes. She gently pulled her hand away from his. "There's no need to say these things between us anymore. It's meaningless."

True Selves in Deception