FATED, NOT FOREVER.
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Aria Sinclair never wanted an arranged marriage, least of all to Damien Laurent-the cold, distant heir to a business empire. She sees him as nothing more than another cage built around her life, while he views their union as a duty, not a desire. Yet, as they navigate their forced partnership, stolen moments and unexpected tenderness begin to unravel the walls between them. Love blooms where it was never meant to, turning what was once an obligation into something real. But when Damien's past resurfaces, and family expectations demand sacrifices, they are forced to confront the painful truth: some love stories are never meant to last.
Love vs Duty, Fate vs Choice, Letting go vs Holding on.
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