Bound by Profit, Burned by Power
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Two rival empires. Two ruthless CEOs. One marriage contract.
When Astra Valen and Kael Dreven-titans of competing conglomerates-agree to a marriage alliance, the world sees a headline-worthy power couple. But behind boardroom smiles and red-carpet glamor, lies a pact built on blood money, secrets, and betrayal.
What begins as a calculated truce to protect their illegal empires quickly becomes a war of mind games, twisted desires, and dangerous truths.
Because in their world... love is weakness, and trust is treason.
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✅ Dual POV: Astra & Kael
✅ Expect psychological tension, steamy slow burns, and dangerous alliances
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