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Caught between her mother’s relentless pressure to marry her irresponsible cousin and her own dreams of completing her studies and building a career, Teal finds herself at a breaking point. Abandoned by the man she once loved, she faces an unexpected twist when the wealthy and enigmatic Alexander Epix enters her life with a shocking proposal of marriage.

As obstacles rain down on her like a storm, Teal must navigate the chaos of a loveless marriage, a future hanging in the balance, and the faint hope of finding light in their shared darkness. Can she uncover love where none was meant to exist?

Dive into the story to discover the answer.

When The Love Comes

Oh my god, I hadn't expected to see him here. Was he a student, or did he work on campus? A faint smile curved his lips as he helped me to my feet.

"Apologies, Ms. Ibex. I didn't see…"

"I'm the one who should be apologizing!" I cut him off, brushing the dust off my clothes. "Sorry, but I have to go. I have an exam in…"

I checked my phone. Fifteen minutes left. I bolted before I could say more, his gaze following me as I hurried off. His presence lingered in my thoughts—he had such a striking aura, one that made it hard not to notice him.

When I reached the exam hall, my heart sank.

"Apologies, but the exam ended an hour ago," the invigilator said curtly.

Maria arrived behind me, looking as stunned as I felt. Wait, wasn't she already in the university before me?

Chapter 44