As a civil war breaks out between northern and southern Thailand, both factions must recruit enough soldiers-including women-to fight. In the humble province of Songkhla lives the Austin family, consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Austin, their eldest daughter Charlotte, and her younger brother Matt. The Austins own a rice field, most of their income from rice sales goes toward funding Charlotte's education. As she prepares to graduate from one of the most prestigious medical schools in Thailand, her dreams are abruptly cut short when the southern military recruits her, forcing her to leave behind both her education and her family. Months of boot camp, being pulled away from home and exposed to relentless violence changes her. Coming from a family of rice farmers to becoming a surgeon is what drives her-not only for herself but also to make her family proud after all the sacrifices they have made to support her education. As the war intensifies, women are no longer confined to supporting roles at military bases; they are forced into active combat duty. Originally recruited to cook and help maintain the base, Charlotte now faces her greatest fear-taking lives when her entire purpose in life has been to save them. After being transferred to the Northern enemy border,she must work along side "Waraha" as the new base leader-Charlotte's old position back at the Don Sai Base. As tensions rise between them, they must decide whether to work together or against each other. As the weeks pass, shared experiences of anger, loss, and the deaths of fellow soldiers slowly begin to break down their defenses and walls. Their vulnerabilities show in quiet moments, and their conversations become a rare refuge from the brutality surrounding them. What begins as animosity gradually shifts into understanding...then something deeper.

When hate turns into something more. Would they be able to deny it?

We made a simple deal-no feelings, just pleasure. But as our secret encounters turn into something deeper, the lines we swore we wouldn't cross start to blur. What started as pure hate is turning into something we can't ignore. Stuck between wanting to win and wanting each other, we have to face the truth: are we really ready to admit that our hearts have been writing a love story this whole time? Because if love at first sight exists, what about hate? ⚠️ Content Warning: This story contains mature themes, including violence, explicit language, and sexual content. Reader discretion is advised.

In the world of high stakes and hidden secrets, Charlotte's life seems perfectly controlled by her demanding father, who has meticulously planned every step of her future. Living in a luxurious mansion, she yearns for a life beyond the confines of her father's strict expectations. Her only respite comes from the moments of defiance and the dreams of freedom she harbors deep within. Everything changes when Engfa enters her life. Hired as a servant, Engfa brings with her an air of mystery and rebellion that both infuriates and intrigues Charlotte. Their tumultuous relationship begins with clashes and misunderstandings, but as they are thrown together by a series of unexpected events, a complicated bond starts to form. As the days go by, Charlotte finds herself drawn into Engfa's world of adrenaline and defiance, discovering emotions and desires she never knew existed. But Engfa has her own secrets and an agenda that could shatter Charlotte's reality. Unbeknownst to Charlotte, her family's dark past and Engfa's quest for truth are intertwined in ways that neither could have imagined. Their growing connection faces numerous obstacles, from Charlotte's controlling father who insists she follow his path, to the societal expectations that threaten to tear them apart. As the two women navigate the treacherous waters of love and loyalty, they must confront the lies and betrayals that surround them.

Charlotte Austin's life was built on a foundation of success: a thriving career, a devoted girlfriend, and a grandmother who was her only remaining family - until she wasn't. When her grandmother's health fades, a forgotten promise resurfaces - one made long before Charlotte could grasp the weight of true commitment. A vow that binds her to the last person Charlotte would ever trust - and the very person she's spent her life avoiding. Engfa Waraha. The self-centered player from Charlotte's past. The tormentor who turned Charlotte's life into a battleground. The feeling was mutual. Charlotte saw Engfa as a superficial ideal - the last person who could ever understand the meaning of loyalty - and Engfa saw Charlotte as nothing more than the fake girl, the embodiment of everything she despised. But fate, it seems, has a way of turning everything upside down. In a single, fateful moment, everything they thought they knew about themselves and their futures shatters. Now bound by a promise neither of them fully understands, they're caught in an unavoidable web of secrets, betrayal, and a connection they can't escape. It all begins with a bitter vow - and neither of them could have anticipated where it would lead. ***** 🚫⚠️This story contains strong language, explicit sexual content, slow-burn romance, and heavy angst. If these themes aren't for you, please proceed with caution or skip this story. Read at your own risk. ☺ This story will not be translated or converted into any other story. I never gave permission for that. This is purely fanfiction, but the plot is original: MINE. However, I do not own the characters or the name.