Sold To The Scarred King
Elara Hart has spent her entire life being second to her sister. She had always been the sacrificial lamb of the family. So when her family is asked to provide a daughter who will give birth to an heir for the Rooke family in exchange for a fortune, they turn to her and just like that she was sold to Cassian Rooke, a man she had never met or spoke to.
Known as the scarred king, Cassian is a powerful recluse who hides half his face behind a mask and inspires fear wherever he goes. She had heard the stories. The beast who wore a mask. He had an ugly scar on his face but that didn’t stop him from being the ruthless man he was. He wanted control of his Father’s company and a device linked to an ugly family secret.
His Mother presents him with a choice. Get married an produce a heir in exchange. He agrees seeing the marriage as nothing more than a business arrangement. After all, what woman in their right senses would marry him when he hides behind a mask?
Elara expects a monster. Instead, she finds a man haunted by secrets, betrayal and a past that slowly resurfaces.
When Cassian’s Mother approaches Elara with a dangerous request—to spy on her husband- she becomes trapped between loyalty and deception.
But the closer she grows to the mysterious billionaire, the harder it becomes to betray him.
What happens when she finds herself having feelings she shouldn’t despite his loyalty to another and tries to get closer to the man behind the mask?
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Chapter: Chapter 7Before they saw me, my eyes ran through her entire outfit again. She was dressed impeccably. Now I suddenly felt inferior in my jean shorts and camisole.I hid away. No way was I going to let her see me like this. I was a mess with a chocolate stain on my camisole and my hair looking all frizzy. No, I would have to get dressed.I pressed myself against the wall as I heard them talking, staying out of sight, until they eventually went upstairs.I let out a sigh of relief at not being discovered.I hurried back to my room as I watched the maids bring in luggage.Wait, she was staying?I didn’t wait to process as I ran into my room, closing the door behind me.“Well, that was close.” I mumbled as I walked to my mirror.I was average-looking compared to Celeste. It’s no wonder Cassian seemed happy to see her.She also seemed so vibrant. A perfect lady for this manor. The same couldn’t be said for me though, with my timid self. Even the maids seemed to walk all over me.I decided to spend
Last Updated: 2026-06-24
Chapter: Chapter 6“U..uh I…I-“ I closed my mouth and kept quiet.Cassian raised his brow.“Sure. Come in.” I side-stepped to allow him entry as I cleared my throat.He sat down on a sofa and stretched his legs almost in a relaxed manner.“Do you have s… something to say?” I stammered.He looked at me.“This house is yours as much as mine. Feel free to do whatever you want. Decorate, plant. Anything that makes you feel comfortable. We shall present ourselves to the outside world as a married couple, but we shall respect our boundaries in this house. While you have freedom to do whatever you want, please respect my boundaries. That’s all I ask.”“It was already quite clear in the rule book you gave me. Don’t worry. I’ll adhere to it. Is that all?” I asked as I sat on my bed.“About the clause in our marriage arrangement, I’ll give you three months to settle in. I believe that should be more than enough time for you to get used to the idea.”I felt my cheeks heat up. “D.. Do you mean getting pregnant?”“Y
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Chapter: Chapter 5I opened the book. Rules? Was it really that serious?'Do not enter the east wing.Do not enter Mr Rooke's study.Do not attempt to remove his mask.Do not question his absences.Do not invite outsiders into the manor.'"What are these? Do not attempt to remove his mask?" I scoffed. "Could I even get close enough to him in the first place? This is so childish." I dumped the book on the bedside table and went to my bathroom to freshen up. It was going to be a hectic day tomorrow.The next morning was uneventful. I was dressed and ready for work as early as 7 am. I sat down at the dining table, thinking Cassian would come down to eat."Excuse me." I beckoned the maid."Yes, ma'am?""Is Mr Rooke not coming down for breakfast?" I asked her."Oh. He eats later in the morning. Is there something you need?" "No." I shook my head. So I was just supposed to be eating on this big ass dining table by myself?I ate very little as I lacked appetite. I left the house a few minutes later, going to
Last Updated: 2026-06-16
Chapter: Chapter 4I was absent-minded as I sat in front of the marriage documents. My conversation with Cassian's Mother was still replaying in my mind. Spy on her son?I asked her why."I am just worried about him. He has become so lonely, and I fear for his mental health. Cassian changed ever since the accident, and I worry he is not going to get better." She looked genuinely concerned.That sounded noble enough.It's not like she would be doing anything wrong if it were for a good cause. It was to calm a Mother."Elara? Elara! Where has your mind gone?" My Mother's strict tone snapped me out of my thoughts. She was already glaring at me as everyone looked."Oh. Right. Sorry." I said awkwardly as I collected the pen from Cassian, who was giving me a strange look.It had been a really small affair all right. I was dressed in a simple corporate gown, and only our parents, siblings, and the minister were present.I looked at the papers. I was signing away my life. No escape. I was becoming the wife of C
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Chapter: Chapter 3Everyone turned to look where the voice came from.A man descended the stairs at a very relaxed pace, like he had nowhere important to be. He was even dressed casually in dress pants and a vintage shirt.Well, someone was full of himself.He had the build of a Greek God, that was certain. My eyes finally lifted to his face. He had the most peculiar-looking mask that covered half of his face. It covered exactly half, just stopping above his lips.He looked around the table as my parents straightened up."Cassian, you finally decided to join us. I am Mr Hart, and it is a pleasure to meet you." Father stood humbly and walked to him, stretching out a hand.Ass kisser."I said I preferred to be addressed as Mr Rooke. We're not familiar." He gave him a look.Well, damn.I watched as a tinge of embarrassment stained Father's cheeks, and he gave a very awkward chuckle as he slithered back to his seat. I had to stop myself from laughing. It was good to see someone able to make him wriggle."Ca
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Chapter: Chapter 2I sat in front of my vanity mirror as I looked at the jewelry display of pearls staring at me. The first time my Mother ever gave me something expensive to wear.According to her, we couldn't be looking like a shabby family to the Rookes. I took a sharp breath as I touched them. They seemed like glass, beautiful and delicate. I had to be careful because Mother had already warned me that nothing should happen to them.I wasn't planning on letting anything happen anyways.I got pulled out of my trance as I heard a knock on my bedroom door. The room I spent my childhood in."Come in." I called, turning to face the mirror once more."Hello, sister." Melissa strutted in with her blonde locks cascading down and her usual perfect manicured red nails.I looked at her through the mirror. "What do you want, Melissa?""Oh, don't be so rude. I just wanted to check on you. See how you're preparing to get married off to 'the freak'." She chuckled her lashes fanning her cheeks.I didn't say anythi
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