Ruthless Charm
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He's cold, calculated, and doesn't tolerate defiance.
She's sarcastic, stubborn, and absolutely not sorry.
Lisa only wanted experience-not drama, and definitely not him.
But when she unknowingly insults the CEO of the biggest fashion house in Paris (twice)... her internship becomes war.
Adrien Camaro doesn't believe in distractions.
Especially not ones with quick comebacks, killer smirks, and no clue who she's messing with.
But the more she resists, the more he wants to ruin her... or claim her.
Enemies? Without question.
Tempted? Against all logic.
Addicted? Just wait.
This isn't a love story.
It's a power play.
And somewhere between hating, resisting, and pretending... the lines blur.
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Tropes
Office romance
Enemies to lovers
Alpha male
Sassy female lead
Age gap
Grumpy x bold
ADULT/MATURE CONTENT 18+ 💦
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