Bianca de Arno lived her first life as a frivolous and spiteful countess, spending her husband's fortune while he risked his life on the battlefield. It wasn't until his death left her unprotected and destitute that she realized the gravity of her mistakes. Dying alone on the cold floor of a monastery, Bianca prays for salvation and miraculously awakens in the past, years before her downfall. Given a second chance at life, she is determined to secure her future and protect the Arno estate, even if it means striking a bold deal with the husband she once neglected.
Count Zachary de Arno is a feared war hero known for his stoic demeanor and martial prowess. While Bianca remembers him as distant and indifferent, her new perspective reveals a man of hidden depths and quiet devotion. As Bianca actively engages in the duties of a countess and tries to produce an heir to secure her position, the dynamics of their marriage shift drastically. What begins as a desperate "marriage business" to ensure survival soon transforms into a journey of mutual understanding and unexpected passion.
Marriage of Convenience is a stunning example of the regression romance genre, blending high-stakes political intrigue with a tender, slow-burn love story. Readers will be drawn to Bianca's remarkable character development as she evolves from a spoiled aristocrat into a wise and capable leader. Alongside the romance, the series weaves a complex web of courtly schemes and external threats that test the couple's growing bond. Dive into this enchanting tale to see if a love born from necessity can conquer a fate written in tragedy.