Chapter:1
The night was cold and restless.
Ayra ran through the empty streets, her breath uneven, her heart pounding like it would burst out of her chest. She didn't dare look back… but she knew they were coming.
"Please… someone help me…" she whispered.
Suddenly, she bumped into someone.
A tall man stood in front of her, dressed in a black suit, his expression cold and unreadable.
"Please… save me…" Ayra begged.
"I don't help strangers," he replied calmly.
Footsteps echoed behind her. The men chasing her were getting closer.
"They're forcing me into a marriage… I escaped…" she said, her voice shaking.
The man stayed silent for a second.
Then suddenly—
He grabbed her wrist.
"From now on… you are my wife."
Ayra froze. "W-what?!"
The men arrived, but the moment they saw him, they stopped.
"She is mine. Touch her, and you're dead," the man said coldly.
Silence fell.
Because everyone knew him—
Arian Khan.
🌙 Chapter 2: The Deal
Ayra sat quietly, her fingers gripping the sofa.
"This marriage is only for show," Arian said.
"For how long?" she asked.
"One year."
"And after that?"
"We go our separate ways."
Ayra hesitated. "What do I get?"
"Protection. Money. Freedom."
Her heart paused at the last word.
"And the rules?"
Arian smirked.
"No falling in love."
Ayra nodded slowly.
"That won't be a problem…"
But deep inside, she wasn't sure.
🌙 Chapter 3: Moving In
The mansion was massive.
"From today, this is your home," Arian said.
Servants greeted her as she walked in, making her uncomfortable.
"This is too much…" she whispered.
"You'll get used to it," he replied.
That night—
Ayra stood in front of the mirror.
"Am I really doing this?" she whispered.
A knock came.
It was Arian.
"We're getting married tomorrow."
"Tomorrow?!" she gasped.
"Yes. Be ready."
He left without another word.
Ayra's heart raced.
Everything was happening too fast.
🌙 Chapter 4: The Wedding
The hall was filled with rich and powerful people.
Whispers surrounded Ayra—
"She's not from a rich family…"
"Why her?"
Her hands trembled.
"Relax. Just smile," Arian whispered.
The ceremony began.
"Do you accept this marriage?"
Ayra paused…
"I do."
Arian looked at her briefly.
"I do."
Applause filled the hall.
But behind the smiles—
Secrets were already growing.
🌙 Chapter 5: The First Night
The room was silent.
Ayra stood near the window, nervous.
Arian entered, loosening his tie.
"You look like you might run away again," he said.
"I'm just not used to this," she replied.
Arian stepped closer.
"I told you… this is just a contract."
He stopped in front of her.
"I won't touch you unless you want me to."
Ayra quickly said, "That won't happen."
Arian smiled slightly.
"Good."
He stepped back.
"Get some rest. Tomorrow, your real life begins."
Ayra lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling.
Her life had changed completely.
But one question remained—
Was she safe with Arian Khan…
or had she stepped into something far more dangerous?