Blurb：
In a world where magic is fading, Elara, a young sorceress with untapped powers, must confront the mysterious Shadow King to save her kingdom. Alongside her loyal companion, Kael, a rogue with a hidden past, she journeys through enchanted forests and forgotten ruins. As dark forces rise, Elara discovers secrets about her lineage and the true nature of the Shadow King’s curse. Will she unlock her full potential before it’s too late? Dive into this epic fantasy filled with adventure, romance, and unexpected twists!Content：
Braving a downpour, I delivered a lavish food order, anticipating the hefty commission and a 2000-500000 tip.Laughter suddenly echoed from the villa.
Someone started, He really believes your car crash left you paralyzed? He's hustling deliveries to support you and even pawned his dad's heirloom?
Another said, "What if he discovers you're actually a billionaire heiress, just playing poor? He'd probably break down in tears."
Jessica Stark toyed with her wine glass. "Guys like him are wired to serve, especially since he always outshone Mark in our school days. This is his comeuppance."
I stood in the relentless rain, a bitter chuckle escaping my lips.
Turned out, her two-year charade of paralysis was merely to avenge her childhood sweetheart.
Her broken legs, deceased parents, and helpless tears were all meticulously crafted lies.
Disillusioned, I dialed my estranged tycoon mother. "You win. I'll go through with the arranged marriage."
Chapter 1
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After I ended the call, Mark Castro's voice drifted from the villa.
"That's my darling Jess, pampering me and taking that jerk down a peg. Fantastic!" he said, gently lifting Jessica's chin.
There, glinting on his ring finger, was my dad's signet ring.
Jessica giggled, nipping his fingertip playfully. "You're such a tease!"
Her supposedly paralyzed legs lounged crossed on the coffee table, showing no sign of impairment.
The thick white cast that had deceived me for two years glared mockingly under the lights.
Clutching my delivery box, I rapped on the door.
Heads turned toward me. The lively chatter in the living room died instantly, replaced by an oppressive silence.
I approached Jessica, my drenched sneakers squelching and leaving muddy puddles on the floor.
Her voice came out strained, her eyes darting evasively. "What are you doing here? I'm just catching up with some old classmates."
I ignored her, my gaze fixed on the ring adorning Mark's hand. "Give it back."
Jessica's smile froze, unprepared for my chill.
She wheeled closer, attempting her well-practiced soothing tone. "Noah, let me explain."
"Explain what?" I interrupted her, my mouth curling into a smile that felt more like a grimace. "That you graciously sold my ring to Mark at a premium? Or that your broken legs miraculously regained function today of all days?"
She blanched, her lips parting, but no words came out.
The tension thickened, broken by a snort from Mark.
He rose leisurely, his leather shoes clicking as he approached, deliberately waving the ringed hand in my face.
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