Marrying The Billionaire Who Was Terminally IllUpdated at Aug 31, 2024, 19:38
Anais Bailey Madrigal known to everyone simply as Bailey, had always lived in the shadow of her sister’s brilliance. Her sister was the star, dazzling and bright, effortlessly commanding the admiration and love of everyone around them. In contrast, Bailey was the steady, unassuming moon, her quiet beauty and gentle demeanor often overlooked.
Resilience was Bailey’s armor, resourcefulness her shield. She had learned early on that life would not hand her anything on a silver platter, and so she had become adept at seizing opportunities where she found them. When a prominent family sought a bride for their son, it was her sister who was their first choice. Yet, her sister, ever the seeker of perfection, declined the proposal, put off by the son’s rumored have disfigure because of an accident and reclusive nature.
It was in that moment that Bailey saw her chance. She stepped into the role, meeting the Nicastro family with a heart full of hope and trepidation. Their kindness and warmth were a balm to her long-wounded soul, offering a glimpse of the unconditional love and support she had always yearned for. Determined to prove herself, Bailey dedicated herself to maintaining her position as Piero Nicastro’s fiancée, eager to show the world—and herself—that she was worthy.
Castor Piero Nicastro, a young man of immense wealth and privilege, was a shadow of his former self. Diagnosed with a terminal illness, he had retreated from life, choosing solitude over the companionship and vibrancy he once knew. His family, desperate and heartsick, pinned their hopes on this arranged marriage, believing that Bailey might be the light to guide Piero back from the brink.
At university, Bailey encountered Piero, unaware of his true identity. To her, he was simply another student, someone with whom she could converse and share the trials of academia. Piero, intrigued by her kindness and unpretentious nature, found himself drawn to her. Despite his initial resistance, her presence began to stir something long dormant within him—a flicker of purpose, a glimmer of hope.