Skylar McLair’s world shatters when a scandal destroys her father’s resort, leaving him in a coma. To protect her and save the family, her mother arranges a marriage with Cole Buckman—the powerful heir of the Buckman business empire. Cold and distant, Cole agrees to the marriage only to fulfill his grandfather’s wishes, sealing their union with a three-year contract. Determined to uncover the truth behind her father’s downfall, Skylar endures her husband’s indifference while secretly investigating. But as they navigate their arranged marriage, Cole’s icy walls begin to crack. Just as their bond deepens, an unexpected twist shakes their fragile trust. As jealousy, power struggles, and dangerous secrets come to light, Skylar finds herself caught in a web of betrayal. The enemies lurking in the shadows won’t stop until she’s broken. Coupled with the fact that Cole’s dusty past refuses to stay buried, Skylar and Cole must fight for their love—before it’s too late. A gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and survival, where trust is fragile, and danger is always a step behind.
View MoreSkylarI woke up to the sound of my phone buzzing on the nightstand. My mind was still hazy. It took me a moment to gather my thoughts, but as my eyes adjusted to the morning light coming through the curtains, I noticed a neatly wrapped box resting at the foot of my bed.Frowning slightly, I pushed myself up and reached for it. The deep blue ribbon was tied with some kind of expertise, the paper smooth and elegant.I was about to call my mom to ask who owned the package, but mom beat me to it and knocked on my door.As she entered, I greeted. “Good morning Mom. Who-”She cut me off before I could finish. “Cole Buckman sent it earlier this morning.”Cole Buckman sent me a package?She left shortly after, giving me a small smile. Curious, I pulled the package apart, my breath hitching as I lifted the lid. Inside lay a breathtaking white dress—simple yet refined, with delicate embroidery adorning the edges. The fabric felt soft beneath my fingertips.He actually sent this?!The realiza
ColeI could feel the weight of her gaze even before I saw her. She was the same woman I had spent a fleeting night with at the hotel, and she was standing in front of me with wide, nervous eyes.Her legs wobbled slightly as she descended the stairs, looking every bit like she was about to fall. It was all I could do not to reach out, though I knew I’d only make it worse.Instead, I just watched, my face a mask of indifference as she regained her balance.The atmosphere seemed tense, and She wasn’t the only one who seemed to be struggling. I could see it in the way she nervously adjusted her clothes, trying to avoid meeting my eyes. It was clear she had no idea what I was thinking, just as I had no clue what she was thinking.But I did know one thing—I was furious. Furious that she had shown up here at my grandfather’s house, under these circumstances. Furious at the idea that she might have some ulterior motive, that she could be part of some scheme orchestrated by my stepmother.The
Skylar“I'm sorry Mrs. McLair, you can't see Mr. Buckman without an appointment,” the butler announced when we got to the Buckman Mansion.After saying this, he was going to close the door. Today, we finally came to visit the Buckman mansion and my mom had told me to make sure I was on my best behavior, but we were turned away and didn't even get to meet Mr. Buckman.But in the next second, the butler's movement stopped at the sight of the envelope my mother suddenly took out.I had no idea what was in that envelope, and I couldn't even see what was so special about it, except for some special patterns and lacquer stamps with special totems. But I remembered that Mum had told me that with this envelope, I would definitely be able to marry into the Buckman family.Seeing the butler's expression grow progressively more solemn since he received the envelope from my mother, I guessed she was right. She was always right…so I guess she was right to let me marry a stranger.Before long, I f
ColeReturning to the Buckman Corporation was inevitable. Since childhood, I’d been groomed for this—the long hours of training, the calculated lessons on how to outmaneuver enemies in a world where the weak are devoured. I learned early on that weakness had no place in my life, and I hardened myself accordingly. Smiling became unnecessary, and as for women throwing themselves at me? They were distractions, chasing the prestige of the Buckman name and fortune. Love was nothing but a vulnerability, and I had no intention of being weak. The warm water flowed down my shoulders, washing away the tension that had built up since my return. I stood under the stream, letting the heat soothe my muscles while my thoughts wandered. But the moment of calm didn’t last. A sharp knock at the door jolted me out of my haze.Wrapping a towel around my waist, I stepped out of the shower and walked toward the door. Opening it, I found my secretary standing there, his usual composed expression firmly
SkylarMy stomach churned. I groaned, burying my face in my hands for a second before sitting up abruptly. My clothes were sprawled across the floor, a silent reminder of the mistake I’d just made. A one-night stand with a stranger. The thought made my skin crawl. I glanced at the bed. He was still fast asleep, his face half-buried in the pillow. Without a sound, I slipped out of bed and gathered my clothes as quickly as I could. My heart pounded in my chest as I dressed. Grabbing my bag, I left the room, closing the door softly behind me. The cool morning air hit me like a slap as I stepped outside, but I couldn’t stop to feel it. I needed to get to the hospital.The taxi ride felt like an eternity. My phone buzzed with a message from Mum, reminding me of the hospital room number. My stomach twisted in knots. Dad. The thought of him lying there, helpless, terrified me. He was my hero, my constant. If something happened to him... I shook my head. I couldn’t think like that. When
Skylar “Let’s break up.”“Why?!”“Just stop asking and let’s end it with dignity.”Just like that, he ended our three-year relationship with those three words on our third anniversary. I stared at the beautiful meal on the table, now cold—just like our relationship, which had once seemed perfect but was now lacking warmth.I decided to head to Neon Nights, the expensive new bar in town that my colleagues had invited me to last week, but I had declined. I’d always been afraid to try new things. As an only child, I had grown up keeping to myself. I never enjoyed socializing or making friends. I hailed a cab, gave the driver the name of the place, and settled back as the car drove through the streets.After arriving at the club, I felt the chill of the night air and quickly pulled my jacket tighter around me before heading toward the entrance. Luckily, since it was a weekday, the line wasn’t long, and I made my way inside quickly.“Can I get your strongest cocktail?” I asked, taking a
Skylar “Let’s break up.”“Why?!”“Just stop asking and let’s end it with dignity.”Just like that, he ended our three-year relationship with those three words on our third anniversary. I stared at the beautiful meal on the table, now cold—just like our relationship, which had once seemed perfect but was now lacking warmth.I decided to head to Neon Nights, the expensive new bar in town that my colleagues had invited me to last week, but I had declined. I’d always been afraid to try new things. As an only child, I had grown up keeping to myself. I never enjoyed socializing or making friends. I hailed a cab, gave the driver the name of the place, and settled back as the car drove through the streets.After arriving at the club, I felt the chill of the night air and quickly pulled my jacket tighter around me before heading toward the entrance. Luckily, since it was a weekday, the line wasn’t long, and I made my way inside quickly.“Can I get your strongest cocktail?” I asked, taking a ...
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