Three years.
One contract.
A marriage that was never meant to be real.

Once the proud heiress of the Ashford family, Sofia Ashford watches her world collapse when her family’s company falls into catastrophic debt. With bankruptcy looming and her parents on the verge of losing everything, salvation arrives in the form of an unexpected offer.

Leon Laurent, the powerful and enigmatic CEO whose company dominates the skyline of Margherita, proposes a deal.

A contract marriage.

For three years, Sofia will play the role of Leon’s perfect wife—appearing beside him at elite galas, corporate events, and the glittering social circles of the city’s most powerful families. In return, Leon will clear the Ashford debts and give Sofia’s family business a chance to survive.

The terms are clear.

Created for:Weekly Love Tales: Contract Marriage Writing Contest


This work is an original fictional romance story created by the author.


No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without permission from the author, except for brief quotations used in reviews or discussions.


This story is a female-oriented contemporary romance set in a fictional European-style city. All characters, locations, and events are fictional and created for storytelling purposes.


This novel is written as a 13-chapter short serial, designed for the Weekly Love Tales: Contract Marriage contest period.


This story explores the emotional journey of Sofia Ashford as she navigates a contract marriage with powerful businessman Leon Laurent, discovering strength, independence, and unexpected love along the way.


Contest:Weekly Love Tales: Contract Marriage


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