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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

"Miss, I already told you—Mr. Alexander doesn't want to see you," the maid said, her voice tinged with impatience as she made her way down the stairs.

I was pacing nervously, glancing back at her several times. My heart raced in my chest. The last thing I needed right now was for Alexander to refuse me. I had hoped beyond hope that when I saw him again, after everything that had happened, I could still find a shred of that warmth in his eyes. I had seen it—*felt it*—the moment we met, and I knew I hadn't misread it. It was impossible to ignore.

But now, standing here, it felt like everything was crumbling. My hands trembled as I shoved past the maid, ignoring her protests. I had no time to waste. I couldn't afford to back down now, not when I needed help more than ever. Alexander had to understand. He had to see reason.

"Wait!" the maid called after me, but I didn't stop.

Chapter 59