Bound by Sacrifice

“Ethan Sinclair has always put family first, so when his younger sister, Claire, becomes obsessed with outshining her academic rival, Elena Carter, he makes a drastic choice. Knowing that marriage would force Elena to leave school, Claire's ultimate victory, Ethan proposes-despite being in love with someone else. For Elena, the sudden proposal from a wealthy, charming man feels like a cruel twist of fate. Her average family, desperate for financial security, pushes her to accept, leaving her with no choice but to trade her dreams for duty. But what she doesn't expect is the harsh reality waiting for her after the vows are exchanged. Ethan's heart belongs to another. His family sees her as nothing more than a pawn. And the rivalry she thought she left behind? It's only just begun. As secrets unravel and emotions tangle, Elena and Ethan are forced to confront the consequences of their choices. Will their unwanted union remain a battlefield of resentment, or will they discover that love sometimes blooms in the most unexpected places?”