*sequel of Mercy* After the tragic 'break-up' that has taken place between Athena and Vincenzo, she went to college to busy herself and distract her from the heartache he caused. It's now a year and a half later, and Athena has returned home for the holidays. She has matured in many ways and promised herself never to be naïve again, to never let someone in her heart that easily. She swore to never succumb to anyone - especially if that someone is named Vincenzo. But as soon as she lays her eyes back on Vincenzo, all that she has promised herself flies out of her mind. She starts doubting all her promises because she knows that she won't be able to resist his charms. And deep down she wonders if she really has moved on from him.

"I now pronounce you husband and wife," he announces. "You may kiss the bride." The priest finishes. My husband leans in close to me and I feel his lips brush against mine before they finally rest on the side of my mouth. It lasts one second. And then, he parts away. ••• Most of the romance novels end at an alter - but Lillian's story starts at one. Being married to the millionaire James Clark was not something Lillian Vince signed up for when she decided to visit her parents one afternoon, right after her college classes ended. Yet, life had been waiting to spring this surprise on her. She could have said no, but her parents' tears were all she considered before agreeing, despite her brain screaming a big no. James is anything but an ideal husband. He left the responsibility of finding a way to end the engagement before it even happened on her. But, despite every effort, she walks down the aisle. The problem? There's no agreement that says they can break their marriage off. It's a lifetime deal. Being trapped into this marriage, follow Lillian's story towards emancipation. [completed: 14.10.20] Emancipation is got published on 28th Nov'22! Unedited version is available on Wattpad! rankings: #1 youngadult [04.01.21] #1 husbandandwife [04.01.21] #1 millionaire [16.09.21] #8 fiction [21.03.21] #9 new adult [10.01.21] #1 wedding [22.02.21] #1 lovehaterelationship [05.04.21] #12 marriage [14.04.21]