The Accidental Fiancée
When struggling, debt-ridden Nelly takes a job as a housekeeper for billionaire Aiden Kesington, she’s just hoping to keep her life from falling apart. But stepping into Aiden's world is like entering a gilded fortress: his life is locked behind wealth, isolation, and a painful family legacy. Abandoned by his mother and molded by rivalry with his powerful father and his half sibling, Aiden trusts no one—and expects nothing from anyone.
Nelly, however is different. With her warm humor and relentless curiosity, she slips through his defenses, lighting up the dark corners of his carefully guarded life. But when Aiden, desperate to impress a powerful investor, invents a fiancée who sounds suspiciously like Nelly, an impulsive decision spirals into a tangled lie: Nelly must pose as his bride-to-be. Thrust into the spotlight of Aiden’s high-stakes world, Nelly finds herself torn between duty and desire—and facing enemies she never anticipated, from scheming exes to cutthroat family members.
As their fake engagement blurs into something real, old wounds, jealous rivals, and a shocking pregnancy plot threaten to rip them apart. Now, Aiden must confront the ghosts of his past, or risk losing the only person who’s ever seen him as more than just a Kesington. Can they survive the family betrayals and lies that surround them—or is love just another illusion in Aiden’s cold, calculated world?
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Chapter: Chapter thirteenNellyI had never been as amused, entertained, and infuriated as I was now.“What is this?” I asked, glaring at Aiden’s assistant sitting across from me. Now that I thought about it, he looked exactly like he had with Eva—all corporate polish, carrying the air of someone who had plenty to say but chose silence instead. I suddenly wasn’t so eager to hear what this was about.“Mr. Aiden mentioned you both reached an agreement yesterday, hence the... aftermath.” He gave me a polite smile, as if that would soften the blow.I let out a humorless laugh. “An agreement? Is that what we’re calling it now? He ambushed me in front of his guests and decided I was his fiancée. What aftermath are we talking about?”“I didn’t mean to sound negative. I only meant there’s more to discuss. Mr. Aiden prefers to handle this privately, but he’s busy all week. He asked me to inform you that you need to keep up the act for a week. In return, he’s offering the best compensation package for the role.”I blink
Last Updated: 2025-01-17
Chapter: Chapter TwelveAidenI watched as Nelly walked toward me in the garden. Her smile seemed genuine, and if I didn't know any better, I would have believed she was happy to play the role of my pretend fiancée. But the quick glance she gave me—followed by an even sharper turn away—was evidence enough. She couldn't bother to look at me for more than a second."I'm so sorry it took me so long to get ready. I hope everything has been entertaining," she said to Zayn's wife, offering a polite side hug as they exchanged pleasantries. I caught the way she subtly flashed the ring my assistant had hurriedly fetched. She showed it off with practiced ease before settling into a seat just a few feet away from me. For some reason, that distance made me uneasy."The ladies aren't going to pay us any mind now. Seems like they've found something interesting to talk about," Zayn said as I finally joined him.As long as Nelly didn't slip up in front of Zayn's wife, I could relax. I offered a polite smile. "Looks like the
Last Updated: 2025-01-14
Chapter: Chapter elevenNellyMy eyes fluttered open, and everything came rushing back in a dizzying wave—last night’s chaos.No reprieve. The memories hit me hard: my stupid giggles, Aiden’s strong arms lifting me into the car, and the relentless teasing I’d unleashed on him with Danielle egging me on. What a mess.Then came the worst part—the moment we got home.Flashes of me, sloppily flirting with Aiden, as Danielle’s words echoed in my head. Oh, dear Lord, the humiliation.I darted a glance around the room, scanning for any signs of someone else’s presence. The coast seemed clear. Slowly, I sat up, taking in my surroundings, and my stomach sank. My eyes widened in realization—this was Aiden’s room.Panic bubbled in my chest as I tried to piece together how I’d ended up here. My gaze dropped to myself. My clothes were gone. Just my bra and panties remained.“I told Danielle I wasn’t going to dress like this yesterday,” I muttered, my voice shaky and tinged with regret. Please, God, don’t let last night h
Last Updated: 2025-01-07
Chapter: Chapter TenAiden“Did Nelly ask for more than the usual three days off?” Rose’s voice broke through the silence as she handed me my bag.I tried to sound casual, even though I’d been wondering the same thing. “Why?”“She’s just… taking more time than she was supposed to. Young people these days,” she muttered, her tone sharp.I chuckled,. “You hired her, though.”Rose raised an eyebrow. “I expected her to be different from the rest, given how she presented herself. But no, she’s just like everyone else—she won’t follow the rules.”I leaned back against the doorframe, keeping my tone light. “Maybe it’s time you became a little flexible with your rules.”The instant Rose’s eyes met mine, I felt the weight of her gaze like daggers. I quickly added, “I’m just concerned you’re raising your blood pressure too much. That’s not good for you.”“What’s not good for me is a tyrant employee.” Her voice hardened. “I should issue her a warning.”“She hasn’t been out there for almost a month,” I pointed out.“
Last Updated: 2024-12-08
Chapter: Chapter nineNelly“And I’ve never met anyone like you,” Danielle said with a mock scoff, weaving her fingers through my hair. Her smirk caught my reflection in the bathroom mirror, light and teasing. I couldn’t even muster a response to match her energy. My thoughts were tangled, disjointed, and her reaction to my half-told story wasn’t helping.“Seize the opportunity and willingly drown in love,” she added with an exaggerated flourish.“What does that even mean? We just—” I stopped myself with a sharp sigh, pressing my lips together.“Oh no, you’re not dropping that sentence halfway.” Danielle’s hands stilled, and her eyes narrowed on my reflection. “Spill. The. Tea. Now.”“What do you want from me?” I asked, slumping forward, defeated.“The whole story! You’re holding back, and I need details. Come on, Nelly, I’m listening, no judgment.”I side-eyed her, unimpressed. “You were judging the second I opened my mouth.”“That was moderate judging. My bestie suddenly catching the attention of a billi
Last Updated: 2024-12-05
Chapter: Chapter eightAidenThe sharp chime of my Rolex marked the end of my patience. Almost noon. This conversation needed to end now."You don’t know what I want," I said, my voice steady but tight with frustration. "But I’ll tell you what I don’t want: to become heir to the Kesington Group."A soft knock interrupted me. Samantha, my secretary, peeked through the door, her hand hovering awkwardly in the air as if asking permission to exist. I waved her off, and she vanished as quickly as she’d appeared, her retreating steps as if she was already eager to escape the tension radiating from my office.On the other end of the phone, my mother’s sharp inhale was audible. Her tone was as frigid as ever. "You’re becoming more like your father—a spoiled brat. Opportunities like this don’t fall into everyone’s lap, and you’re treating it like a game."I clenched my jaw. "I’m tired of repeating myself to you. You don’t know the first thing about running that group. You can’t even manage your own affairs."Her scof
Last Updated: 2024-12-02
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