Condemned to Marriage by MadlainQ

Cora Bell's dreams of coding brilliance crumble under the weight of family duty, but little does she know, her life is about to take an even more unexpected turn—a marriage contract with the enigmatic Aren Lan. Dive into this captivating **romance novel**, where the lines between obligation and desire blur in a high-stakes game of the heart. Cora, a bright and ambitious young woman, reluctantly shelves her aspirations to become a programmer to care for her ailing grandmother. Her world, once filled with lines of code, suddenly shrinks to hospital visits and mounting medical bills. Just when she feels utterly trapped, a lifeline appears, albeit in the most unconventional form: a marriage proposal from Aren Lan. Aren is the epitome of the brooding billionaire: handsome, powerful, and utterly infuriating. He is known for his arrogance and playboy lifestyle. He proposes a marriage of convenience to Cora, an offer she can't refuse given her grandmother's dire situation. But beneath Aren's carefully constructed facade lies a hidden vulnerability, a secret he guards fiercely. Their agreement is simple: a temporary union to benefit them both. For Cora, it's financial security for her grandmother; for Aren, it's a way to satisfy family expectations and project a more stable image to the public. There will be no love, no intimacy, just a business transaction dressed up in wedding vows. However, the heart rarely adheres to contracts. As Cora navigates the opulent world of the Lan family, she finds herself increasingly drawn to Aren's hidden depths. His piercing gaze, his unexpected moments of kindness, chip away at her resolve to keep their relationship purely platonic. She wants to resist her growing attraction, but the chemistry between them is undeniable, a dangerous spark threatening to ignite into a wildfire. But Cora is not the only woman vying for Aren's attention. A bevy of socialites and ambitious women constantly surround him, each eager to capture the heart of the elusive billionaire. Cora must contend with their jealousy and scheming as she struggles to understand Aren's true feelings. Is she merely a pawn in his game, or does he harbor genuine affection for her? As Cora grapples with her burgeoning feelings, she uncovers a web of secrets and betrayals within the Lan family. Aren's past is shrouded in mystery, and powerful enemies are determined to destroy him. Cora must decide if she is willing to risk her heart and her future to stand by his side. Will Cora and Aren's carefully constructed facade crumble under the weight of their growing desires and the looming threats that surround them? Can a marriage of convenience truly blossom into a **billionaire romance**, or will the pressures of wealth and power tear them apart? The saga continues as Cora and Aren are **sentenced to marriage**. Will they make the most of it?