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Veiled Bargains

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Lily Morgan finds herself ensnared in a web of familial expectations and corporate maneuverings, her dreams sacrificed on the altar of duty and ambition. Set against the backdrop of a sprawling Victorian estate, the novel delves into the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the price of legacy.

Lily, a young woman of grace and poise, is thrust into an arranged marriage orchestrated by her father, a cunning businessman determined to secure his family's future. As she prepares to walk down the aisle, a storm rages both outside and within, mirroring the turmoil of her conflicted heart.

The narrative unfolds with an evocative blend of nostalgia and resignation, capturing the bittersweet essence of a life derailed by circumstance. Through Lily's eyes, we witness the weight of expectation bearing down upon her, her every step dictated by forces beyond her control.All Rights Reserved

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𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 1: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
Sun, Jun 2, 2024

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𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 1: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
Sun, Jun 2, 2024

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