Mag-log inLylia grew up in the province orphaned and poor, caring for a sick sibling and surviving through sheer grit. With barely any capital, she built a small eatery near the cockpit arena, their only source of income. Her world collapsed when she learned that Raze, the feared district captain, was the creditor of her late parents. To save her home and eatery from demolition, she accepted his cruel offer: marriage as payment for half of the debt. The rest would be paid by serving as a household helper in his home. Known as a strict and ruthless leader in District Abueña, Raze hid a dangerous secret, he was a billionaire tycoon. And when he returned to town, it was at the cockpit arena where he first saw Lylia, the woman destined to become part of his twisted plan. What began as a deal and a game would soon test hearts, would their forced marriage turn real, or leave one of them shattered in the end?
view moreLia looked around, trying to figure out where she should station herself for the event, but the people inside the hall were far too busy, and she felt too shy to ask anyone passing by.Mustering up her courage, she was about to wave at a man when he suddenly raised an eyebrow at her."And you are?" he asked strictly. "It's my first time seeing your face here. A guest?" He scanned her from head to toe. "Impossible. In that outfit? It's impossible for you to be a guest. What do you need? Were you sent here on an errand?""N-No, Sir. Ah, I just came to check if the food delivered up here is all right," she answered, clasping her hands together as she bowed her head."So, you were sent on an errand? By Sir Titus? Oh, you must be the girl. The one being bullied? The one whose only contribution is her looks?"She didn't know if he was deliberately insulting her or if that kind of speaking manner was just his nature."From the cafeteria? Everything is fine. You don't have to check. I can man
Without blinking, Lia followed the man with her eyes, but she suddenly gasped in pain as she hit the floor hard. The crowd had begun shoving and pushing to chase after Raze, completely trampling over her.A swarm of people rushed in from the outside, followed by several media crews. She winced again as someone accidentally stepped on her fingers, forcing her to quickly pull her hand back and cradle it against her chest.Do these people not see me at all? She thought bitterly. Is the chairman really that powerful to be chased like this? Have they really been waiting for him this long just to cause a riot? Is he some kind of royalty?Looking up from the floor, she realized that seemed to be exactly the case. From head to toe, Raze looked every bit like royalty. His attire was impeccably tailored, and the intricate gold detailing on his suit commanded everyone's attention. He looked like a prince.She looked down and bit her lower lip when she noticed her fingers turning a deep, angry re
A month later, while everyone was busy preparing for the welcome party for the arrival of the chairman, the people in the cafeteria were just as swamped since they were catering the food for the attendees. And this wasn't just for ordinary guests, there were members of foreign nobility and royalty attending.Because of the chairman's months-long recovery, everything had to be extended, projects, major events, royal gatherings, and more. And now that he was returning, everyone couldn't hide their excitement to meet him. They were anticipating the homecoming of such royalty, the most awaited chairman and CEO of Empire Galaxy.“Lia, grab the mushrooms,” their chef, Titus, ordered. “And the toppings for the dessert.”Lia had been running back and forth since earlier, fetching everything Titus needed as he meticulously plated each dish. And as his assistant, that had been her sole responsibility since morning.After putting down the mushrooms and toppings, she stepped up to help arrange th
"Is he the one you were talking about?" Lia turned to Nicole, her hands clasped together as she leaned against the door."He is," Nicole replied, avoiding Razen's sharp, piercing gaze directed right at her."Nicole, what is the meaning of this? I told you not to—""I can't just stay silent and watch, Razen! If you can do it, I can't!" Nicole burst out angrily. "If he can help her, then why not, right? It's just blood. Don’t you feel even a bit guilty? She needs help, for her child. If you were in her position, do you honestly think you wouldn't do exactly what she's doing right now?"A heavy silence fell over the room."She needs our help, Razen. I hope you can understand that," Nicole added, before shifting her gaze back to Lia. "You can talk to him. He’s the one I was talking about. Raze." She pointed toward her cousin.Lia stood there in disbelief, her eyes darting back and forth between the two, the identical twins standing before her."Y-You have a twin, R-Raze?"Raze gave a slow
“If you can’t do it, I will. I can have my daddy’s men dispose of her,” I heard Sheila say in a flirtatious voice. “It’s easy, Raze. Just give me the word, and I’ll do it for you.”I pressed my hand tighter over my mouth and instinctively stepped back. I—I didn't expect this.Why? Why, Raze?“Let’s
“O-Okay,” I agreed. “What time? So I can close the eatery early.”“I’ll inform you. I have your number anyway.”I frowned. Number? He has my number? I don't recall ever giving it to him.“Don’t ask.” He looked away as if embarrassed. He must have noticed me thinking. “I got your number from someone
I felt him slow the car down before he turned to look at me.“Would you believe me if I said no?”I immediately looked away when our eyes met.“No,” I answered curtly. “You can just admit it.”“You might get angry and think I only did that to make it up to you, but no, Lyl, I just want to help you,
I remained silent, my eyes deliberately avoiding his as he fastened my seatbelt.“I’ll go back to the market later—”“Why? Because of your cousin and your ex?” I cut in bluntly, finally turning to face him. “Why did you even pull me away from there? Focus on what you should be focusing on. I’ll jus






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