The Girl Behind the Runway
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She ruled the runway. He ruled the world. But neither saw it coming.
Alina Voss-flawless, famous, and utterly unreachable. The world calls her a supermodel. But behind the perfect walk and practiced smiles is a girl with no voice, no freedom, and no phone-kept on a tight leash by a mother who treats her like a brand, not a daughter.
Enter Lucien Blake-a billionaire tech mogul known for innovation, intimidation, and never being told "no." When he sees Alina, he doesn't just see a model. He sees a mystery. A girl who flinches at praise, freezes at attention... and makes him lose his legendary focus.
What begins as a professional agreement turns into something far more dangerous. He arranges secret meetings, breaks industry rules, and even risks his empire-just to watch her laugh, to see her breathe.
But Alina's world isn't easy to escape. One misstep, one fall on the runway, and everything begins to unravel.
In a world of flashing cameras and unspoken contracts, can a man who built an empire teach a girl to finally live?
A slow-burn billionaire romance full of stolen glances, whispered truths, and a girl discovering her worth outside the spotlight.
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