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Larissa Judson receives a shocking call from her boyfriend, Torrin Turner\u2014now revealed as Torrin Dillon\u2014who abruptly ends their relationship. He dismisses her as a mere village girl who sells remedies, claiming she is beneath his new status as a young master of the prestigious Dillon family in Regal City. Larissa is hurt and angry, knowing her remedies are highly valued and sought after, and she refuses to accept his cruel words. After hanging up, she vents her frustration to a handsome man waiting nearby.<\/p>\n
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This man introduces himself as Haskell Palmer, the eldest son of the Palmer family, and reveals that he will soon be Larissa\u2019s fianc\u00e9. Larissa is stunned, especially when she learns that Haskell is currently disabled and in a wheelchair. Haskell explains that, like Larissa, he is facing rejection\u2014his original fianc\u00e9e, a fake Judson heiress, is expected to dump him now that he is disabled. The two share a moment of understanding, both having been cast aside due to circumstances beyond their control.<\/p>\n
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Despite their difficult situations, Larissa and Haskell find a surprising resilience in each other. Larissa dismisses Torrin as a jerk she is better off without, and Haskell admires her strength and practicality. Their engagement is revealed to be a business arrangement orchestrated by Haskell\u2019s grandfather, with no real feelings involved on either side. Together, Larissa and Haskell begin to face the uncertainties of their new lives and the challenges ahead.<\/p>\n
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Larissa Judson receives a shocking call from her boyfriend, Torrin Turner\u2014now revealed as Torrin Dillon\u2014who abruptly ends their relationship. He dismisses her as a mere village girl who sells remedies, claiming she is beneath his new status as a young master of the prestigious Dillon family in Regal City. Larissa is hurt and angry, knowing her remedies are highly valued and sought after, and she refuses to accept his cruel words. After hanging up, she vents her frustration to a handsome man waiting nearby.<\/p>\n
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This man introduces himself as Haskell Palmer, the eldest son of the Palmer family, and reveals that he will soon be Larissa\u2019s fianc\u00e9. Larissa is stunned, especially when she learns that Haskell is currently disabled and in a wheelchair. Haskell explains that, like Larissa, he is facing rejection\u2014his original fianc\u00e9e, a fake Judson heiress, is expected to dump him now that he is disabled. The two share a moment of understanding, both having been cast aside due to circumstances beyond their control.<\/p>\n
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Despite their difficult situations, Larissa and Haskell find a surprising resilience in each other. Larissa dismisses Torrin as a jerk she is better off without, and Haskell admires her strength and practicality. Their engagement is revealed to be a business arrangement orchestrated by Haskell\u2019s grandfather, with no real feelings involved on either side. Together, Larissa and Haskell begin to face the uncertainties of their new lives and the challenges ahead.<\/p>\n
Chapter 1<\/p>\n
\u201cLarissa Judson, it\u2019s over between us. I\u2019ve just discovered I\u2019m the young master of the Dillon family\u2014one of Regal City\u2019s most prestigious clans. A village girl who peddles remedies is simply not worthy of my world.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa\u2019s heart sank as she listened to the voice on the other end of the line. Torrin Turner\u2014or rather Torrin Dillon, as he now insisted she call him\u2014had just dropped a bombshell that shattered everything. She had been about to share her own secret: that she was the long-lost daughter of a powerful family. But before she could speak, he had already dismissed her.<\/p>\n
What did he mean by \u201ca village girl who sells remedies\u201d? Not in his league? The words stung deeply.<\/p>\n
Her remedies were no ordinary concoctions. They were prized treasures, sought after by wealthy families all across Regal City. They had been showcased at the city\u2019s grandest auction houses more times than she could count. Surely, that was worth something.<\/p>\n
And yet, here he was, having the nerve to say she wasn\u2019t good enough for him.<\/p>\n
\u201cGiven my newfound status,\u201d Torrin continued coldly, \u201cI\u2019m expected to marry an heiress from a family of equal standing. But since we\u2019ve been together for two months, I\u2019ll be generous. You can stay with me until I\u2019m officially engaged. Even after the wedding, I might keep you on the side\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa\u2019s blood boiled. \u201cYou idiot! Fine, we\u2019re done. Don\u2019t let the door hit you on the way out!\u201d<\/p>\n
With that, she slammed down the phone.<\/p>\n
Across from her, a handsome man who had been silently waiting for her reaction raised a curious eyebrow. \u201cSo, this is how it ends? The long-lost heiress of the Judson family just got dumped?\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa looked up, managing a radiant smile despite the turmoil inside her. \u201cFunny you mention that. He claims to be the young master of some prominent family here in Regal City, too. Said I was beneath him.\u201d She paused, her expression turning skeptical. \u201cAre you absolutely sure this whole \u2018long-lost heir\u2019 story isn\u2019t some elaborate con?\u201d<\/p>\n
The man was momentarily taken aback but soon chuckled softly. \u201cNo, Larissa. You really are the true heiress of the Judson family.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cOh,\u201d she said, lowering the woven basket she\u2019d been carrying on her back. She settled onto a nearby stool and began sorting through the fresh herbs she had just gathered. The simple, humble cottage around them was bare but cozy, filled with the scent of earth and plants.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo, who exactly are you? And why are you here instead of my birth parents?\u201d Her voice was steady but laced with curiosity.<\/p>\n
The man\u2019s gaze swept the modest walls before settling on her. \u201cUnless something unexpected happens, I will soon be your fianc\u00e9. My name is Haskell Palmer, eldest son of the Palmer family.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa nearly toppled off her stool in shock. \u201cFianc\u00e9? What do you mean?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThat\u2019s correct,\u201d Haskell replied, a wry smile crossing his face as he gestured toward his legs, which were encased and immobile. \u201cThough, as you can see, I\u2019m currently disabled. This happened just last month.\u201d<\/p>\n
She nodded slowly, her eyes widening as realization dawned. \u201cWait\u2026 don\u2019t tell me. You\u2019re here to tell me I\u2019m the Judson heiress, that my birth parents want me back, and that they expect me to marry you.\u201d<\/p>\n
Haskell gave a small, admiring nod. \u201cYou\u2019ve figured it out.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa\u2019s gaze sharpened, her mind racing.<\/p>\n
\u201cBecause of my legs,\u201d Haskell continued quietly, \u201cI\u2019m about to be abandoned, much like you were.\u201d<\/p>\n
The pieces clicked into place for Larissa. \u201cSo the original engagement was with the fake Judson heiress, but now that you\u2019re disabled, she\u2019s backing out?\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cExactly,\u201d Haskell confirmed.<\/p>\n
Larissa wasn\u2019t sure whether to laugh or cry at the cruel twist of fate. \u201cYou don\u2019t sound too broken up about it.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cYou were just dumped by your boyfriend,\u201d Haskell pointed out, \u201cand you don\u2019t seem heartbroken either.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was a jerk. I\u2019m better off without him,\u201d she said, shrugging dismissively.<\/p>\n
Haskell\u2019s respect for her grew visibly. \u201cYou\u2019re incredibly strong.\u201d<\/p>\n
Larissa snorted softly. \u201cOf course. Wasting time and energy on someone who doesn\u2019t deserve it is simply foolish.\u201d<\/p>\n
She thought back to how she had started dating Torrin Dillon. He had chased her relentlessly for two years after she saved his life. He had seemed devoted, acting as if he would marry no one else. She wasn\u2019t convinced he was a bad person, and having a man around helped with her herb garden and kept other suitors at bay. So, she had finally agreed. Who could have guessed that the moment he struck it rich, his true colors would show?<\/p>\n
\u201cExactly my thoughts,\u201d Haskell said with a knowing smile. \u201cShe\u2019s shallow. I\u2019m better off not marrying her.\u201d<\/p>\n
He and Honora Judson had no real feelings for each other\u2014their engagement had been nothing more than a business deal arranged by his grandfather.<\/p>\n
Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella\u2019s storytelling style is immersive and addictive\u2014perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.<\/p>\n
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