Bree

Ava thought her life couldn't get worse after being sold into marriage to save her family-until her fiancé faked his death, leaving her trapped in a marriage with his father. Now, she's forced into a marriage with the same man who betrayed her, the infuriatingly handsome Orion, who wants nothing to do with her... or so he claims.  

But danger is never far. Orion's vengeful mistress, Chloe, is determined to ruin Ava's life, while the charming and mysterious Mason offers her an escape-but at what cost? As shocking truths unravel and Chloe shows up pregnant for Orion, Ava must navigate a deadly game of love, lies, and betrayal.  

Will Ava flee for her freedom and life, or will the lies and betrayal surrounding Orion destroy her once and for all? Can Orion reclaim his bride?

Reclaiming His Bride

Orion’s eyes bore into me, his grip tightening around the handkerchief. The room seemed to shrink, the air thinning as the weight of his suspicion pressed on my chest. I couldn’t falter. Not now. 


I let out a shaky breath, forcing my expression into one of confusion and fragile vulnerability. “I don’t know how it got there, Orion.” My voice wavered, soft and full of hurt. “But you know I’ve had that handkerchief forever. You’ve seen me with it.” 


His stare remained cold and calculating, his jaw tense. “So how did it end up outside?” 


I swallowed hard and turned away slightly, as if trying to gather my composure. Let him see me struggling, let him doubt his anger. Then I turned back, letting my gaze meet his with a mix of sadness and frustration. 


Chapter 83 - Her Perfect Alibi