Cursed King's Forced Bride

Can a forced marriage lead to unexpected love, or will a cursed king remain forever doomed? In a world steeped in ancient lore and primal instincts, Tessa Yates finds her destiny irrevocably intertwined with a powerful, enigmatic Alpha. For years, Tessa believed she was loved, cherished even, by Zachary Gomez. Their relationship, a seemingly idyllic romance, crumbled when she overheard a devastating truth: she was merely a placeholder, a pale imitation of Zachary's first love, Wendy Cox, who has returned to town. Betrayed and heartbroken, Tessa makes a bold decision. She accepts an arranged marriage, a path chosen for her by her family, a path that will lead her far away from Zachary's web of deceit. As Tessa prepares to embrace her new life, the sting of Zachary's betrayal deepens. She witnesses firsthand his continued affections for Wendy, a constant reminder of her own perceived inadequacy. Despite the pain, Tessa resolves to face her future with strength and grace. She silently dismantles her life with Zachary, preparing to leave without a single word of confrontation. The final straw comes at Jodie Sullivan's birthday party. Tessa, seeking a moment of respite, encounters Zachary with another woman. The shock etched on his face as their eyes meet is unmistakable. He never anticipated seeing her, never imagined she would dare to step outside the carefully constructed narrative he had woven around her. This is Tessa’s turning point, the moment she realizes she is finally free. She is no longer defined by Zachary's whims or haunted by Wendy's ghost. But as she walks away, a new destiny calls. She must fulfill her familial duty and enter a world of dominance, power, and the supernatural. Marked as the "Forced Maiden" destined for a "Cursed Alpha King," Tessa is about to enter a realm where love and hate are intertwined, where ancient curses hold sway, and where her own strength will be tested beyond imagination. But what awaits Tessa in this new world? Will she find love amidst the darkness, or will the Alpha King's curse consume them both?