Fragile as a Gardenia’s Bloom

Driven by desperation, Irene mistakenly sells her first night to Chris, the man she’s secretly loved for eight years. Chris, once he’s had a taste, can’t get enough—but he keeps her as a hidden mistress, never daring to hope for more. As for her? She never expected forever either. When their agreed‑upon time runs out, she walks away without a glance. Only when Chris believes he’s lost her for good does he realize she’s already carved herself into his bones.