Pampered by Mr. Russell

Betrayal cuts deeper than any blade, and Lily Christian learned that lesson in the most brutal way possible. Her heart, once overflowing with love for Nathaniel, shattered when she uncovered his deceitful affair with her best friend. This wasn't just a simple romance gone sour; Nathaniel had exploited Lily's fame and hard work to build his empire, leaving her with nothing but a burning desire for retribution. Her dreams lie in ruins, fueled by the ashes of a love turned to venomous hatred. Just when Lily thought she had reached her lowest point, fate intervened in the form of Alexander Russell, the enigmatic and powerful owner of La Beauté, the beauty industry's undisputed leader. Alexander is captivated by Lily's beauty and her unwavering spirit. Seeing her potential and recognizing a kindred soul yearning for justice, he offers her a proposition: his help in dismantling Nathaniel's empire and exacting the revenge she craves. Alexander has his own motivations. Nathaniel isn't just Lily's betrayer; he's also a fierce business rival, someone Alexander has long sought to defeat. Lily becomes a pawn in a high-stakes game of power, love, and revenge. She's thrust into a world of luxury and intrigue, where alliances shift like sand and secrets lurk behind every smile. But can Lily trust Alexander's intentions? Is he truly interested in helping her, or is she simply a tool to achieve his own goals? As she navigates the treacherous landscape of corporate warfare and complicated affections, Lily must decide how far she's willing to go to reclaim what was stolen from her and whether seeking revenge is worth sacrificing her own soul. This **romance** quickly turns into a saga of ambition, betrayal, and unlikely alliances. Will Lily achieve the vengeance she so desperately craves, or will she become another casualty in Alexander's ruthless game?