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Chapter 1

Red roses, which I loved dearly, could be found in every corner of the engagement party. I was the one who had personally overseen every arrangement.And yet, my boyfriend, Camden Gardner, was passionately kissing another woman on stage.I was about to confront them when one of Camden's closest friends dragged me away and covered my mouth."Don't you get it, Eloise? Camden has been lying to you this whole time."Just like that, they locked me up in a small utility closet, forcing me to listen to the rest of the humiliating procession.The pain in my heart gradually gave way to numbness.There was no telling how much time had passed when Camden, dressed in a custom-made suit, finally opened the door. His first words weren't an explanation, but a rebuke."Why are you acting so unreasonable, Eloise? Didn't I tell you to get some rest?"He frowned and glared at me as if I were the one in the wrong.I couldn't hold back the sting in my eyes. "Can't I attend my engagement party?"

Chapter 2

I had no idea when Camden and Kirsty met or got together.I dazedly stumbled back to the home we shared.When I looked at the photo of us framed on the wall, I desperately hoped this was all a dream.If I were to wake up, would Camden and I go back to how we used to be?Unfortunately, even after I finished packing up and going home, Camden never showed up to tell me it was just a dream.I didn't dare to tell my parents the truth. All they knew was that we had broken up.They simply responded that it was time I focused on the family's interests.I agreed to the arranged marriage they set up for me, even though I'd never met the man.At this point, it didn't matter who I married.Then, a mutual friend sent me a screenshot of Camden's social media.It was a collage of nine photos with Camden and Kirsty kissing in every one. The caption read, "The love of my life. No one else can compare.""No offense, Ellie. Someone paid me to send you this screenshot." After that message, the

Chapter 3

Camden's phone suddenly began buzzing as we reached the door.His expression darkened after reading the message. "Something's happened to Kirsty. I'll take you out some other day."I grabbed his arm as he was about to leave. "If you walk out today, Camden, don't bother coming back."Camden effortlessly pulled away from my grip. He frowned slightly, and his tone was laced with blame. "I love you, Ellie, but you can't be this unreasonable. This is an emergency. Once I've calmed Kirsty down, we can go get the ring exchanged."I promise, Ellie. Once the company is out of the woods, I'll throw a wedding to make it up to you. I'll give you anything you want."I could see that he had made his resolve. So, I stopped holding him back. "As long as you've made up your mind. But, Camden, August 26—""Don't show up on August 26 and kick up a fuss, okay?"Camden cut me off and hurried away without bothering to hear the rest of what I had to say.I was getting married on August 26, too.Camd

Chapter 4

Camden's gaze lowered to meet mine. It was as if he'd been struck by lightning. "Ellie? What are you doing here?"The moment he saw me in a wedding dress, his expression turned utterly grim. I smiled. "I was going to tell you—I'm also getting married today. But you never gave me the chance to say it.""Stop fooling around, Ellie."His eyes darted around until he thought of something and said firmly, "You don't need to pull this kind of stunt just to force a marriage."Camden glanced behind him and lowered his voice, "I've let you have your way plenty in the past, Eloise, but not today. I already explained everything to you two days ago. Don't make me repeat myself."I couldn't help but laugh when I saw how self-absorbed he was.Did he think he could trample on me just because I loved him?"If you have nothing else to say, don't get in the way of our wedding."As the tension thickened, the man sitting beside me finally spoke up."And, you are?" Camden finally noticed the man

Chapter 5

I didn't hesitate to tear up the check and scatter the pieces in the air. "That's nowhere near enough to cover our groceries."Camden couldn't help but chide me for my words. "Stop pretending to be someone you're not, Eloise. You work two jobs and barely earn six grand a month. Take the money to pay off these actors and leave."So, he was well aware of how hard I'd been working.I worked myself to the bone to support the one man who least deserved it.This was my greatest regret."Hurry up and move already!"Kirsty had finally run out of patience and flung the car door open, yanking me out.It all happened so fast. I barely had time to react before I was dragged out and thrown to the floor.Camden bent down to help me up. However, Kirsty, who was standing next to him, stopped him in his tracks.A flicker of hesitation crossed his face before he backed away. "Listen to me, Ellie. Go home.""You're all insane."Leonard quickly got out of the car to help me to my feet and rolle

Chapter 6

My phone shattered into pieces.Even someone with the patience of a saint wouldn't take that lying down. "You're seriously sick in the head, Kirsty. I don't care if you want to see my papers or not, but you will pay for my phone."Kirsty stole a quick glance at Camden. Upon noticing the lack of reaction from him, she heaved a sigh and had someone hand over some money by stuffing it into my hand."You're a pathetic creature who's never seen a dime in her life. Run along, then."I almost laughed in disbelief.Kirsty knew Camden didn't love her. He was marrying her only for her family's money.She was terrified that if Camden realized my marriage was real, he would want his share of the pie. That was why she threw a tantrum and destroyed my phone.It made me wonder if she was mentally sound.Did it even matter who Camden loved?The only thing he loved was money. He would marry whoever brought him the greatest benefits.Unfortunately, Kirsty couldn't see that."Excuse me, Ms. El

Chapter 7

Our wedding photos and captions were carefully screened before being approved for media release.Lying on our newly customized king-sized bed, I couldn't help but sigh in appreciation as I admired my picture-perfect face in the photos. Leonard chuckled softly and handed me a bowl of creamy mushroom soup. "So, we're sticking to what we agreed on before the wedding."After receiving an affirmative nod, Leonard eagerly rushed out the door.He wasn't sneaking out to meet his lover. He was rushing off to work. Leonard was a rare kind of workaholic who practically wished he could live at the office at all times.His parents were desperate for him to settle down, but he refused blind dates and had no interest in dating. So, they ultimately settled on a business marriage.They had even threatened to cut him off from the business unless he agreed.He laid everything out from the get-go during our first meeting."I'm passionate about work, Ms. Eloise. I can't offer you any emotional c

Chapter 8

Camden's eyes widened. His mouth moved like he had something to say, but no words came out.He was struggling to keep his breath under control, but my words sliced through him like knives.There was a tremor in his voice. "Ellie… Why would you say that I disgust you? I love you. I've never lied about that."I subtly took two steps back to widen the distance between us."Maybe you did love me, but you've always loved yourself more. Am I wrong? If you gave up Kirsty for me today, what's stopping you from dropping me tomorrow when someone richer comes along?"My words must've hit a nerve. Camden fell silent. I continued to unveil the cruel truth. "You came here to see me behind Kirsty's back, didn't you? You're afraid that I'd say no and lose her support, too. So, you're stringing us both along. Even if I spurned your reconciliatory efforts, you'd still have Kirsty's family to bankroll your next move.""Enough!" Camden growled through clenched teeth. "Ellie, I-I swear I meant ever

Chapter 9

A few more days of peace passed. I almost started to think that Kirsty had just been bluffing. Then, out of nowhere, personnel from the Internal Revenue Service showed up at the office.The company's accounts were clean. Of course, with nothing to hide, I wasn't afraid of the inspection. But their unexpected visit made me consider Kirsty's words.I felt uneasy.Sure enough, what I feared became reality. One of the transactions had been falsified.I could potentially be facing jail time.As soon as I saw the tax officers out, news of the scandal immediately spread online."Rich Heiress Evades Taxes?""The Wealthy Are Not Above The Law.""Surprise Inspection At Eloise's Company."The online comments were hostile toward me."So, a billionaire's daughter starts a company and evades taxes? These tax frauds should just give me their money.""Excuse me, this is not a case of tax evasion. There were falsified accounts.""It doesn't matter what the offense is. She should be held a

Chapter 10

Once the dust settled, Camden showed up again. "I never expected that woman to be so vicious! I'm just glad to see that you're okay."I let out a cold laugh in response to his fake concern.How did I run into him while visiting a friend at the hospital?"I heard you got hurt, so I drove all night to get here. Thank God you're alright."He shot me a reproachful look. "Didn't we agree that you could always come to me if something happened? Why won't you listen?"What gave him the right to feel dissatisfied?What gave him the right to berate me?None of this would've happened if not for him.I responded bluntly, "If you really wanted to help, you would've shown up when the company was in hot water. Who are you putting on a show for?"All he wanted to do was enjoy the spectacle of two women tearing each other apart over him.If I had turned to him for help, he would've gained brownie points with my father.Frankly, I had a sneaking suspicion that he was the one who encouraged Ki

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