The Knot of Marriage

451·ni-val

They both despised cheaters. Forced into a loveless marriage to appease their powerful families, Rome Archillus De Herrera and Alora Eunice Escarra signed a secret contract: if either of them cheated, the marriage would end and no questions asked. But what began as convenience slowly blossomed into quiet affection, unspoken love lingering in stolen glances, hesitant touches, and grew an unconditional love that knotted their marriage. Just as their hearts began to align, one devastating misunderstanding tore them apart. Believing Alora betrayed him, Rome coldly pushed her away, unaware of the truth and unaware she carried his child. Alone and broken, Alora disappeared from his life, shielding her growing secret. Years pass, but fate has a way of unearthing buried truths. When their paths cross again, will Alora reveal the child he never knew existed? And if she does, will Rome take her back out of love… or out of duty as a father?