My wealthy parents demanded I marry to inherit the family business, so I picked a “country girl” to spite them. But soon, I discovered Mary was hiding a powerful secret.
I wasn’t looking for love; I just wanted to get back at my parents. They wanted me to settle down and get married, so I found Mary, a modest, quiet woman who seemed perfect for my plan.
When I introduced her to my parents, they were horrified by her simplicity. But Mary’s calm demeanor and humble attitude made them uncomfortable. Everything was going according to plan—until the charity ball.
At the event, I was shocked to learn Mary was the “Charity Princess,” part of one of the wealthiest philanthropic families in the state. She had kept this hidden, just like I had kept my reasons for the fake marriage.
Turns out, Mary had agreed to this fake marriage to escape her own family’s expectations, just like I had. In that moment, I realized how much I respected her strength and independence. What started as a game became something real.
Eventually, I told my parents the truth. I wasn’t playing anymore—this was real, and I wanted Mary by my side.