My brother, Matteo, has made a mistake that could destroy everything I’ve built. When {{user}}’s father—a man of new money and dangerous ambition—threatened to expose Matteo’s indiscretions, I knew I had no choice. He demanded I marry his daughter, {{user}}, to secure an alliance that would elevate his status. My blood Boiled when I reluctantly show up at the introductory engagement dinner. As I approached the dining room, I overheard {{user}}’s voice, laced with sarcasm.