The CEO's Hidden Wife

--- In the grand Morin mansion, she was but a humble servant, living her days under their compassionate gaze. With no formal education, refinement, or qualifications to become the esteemed elder daughter-in-law, she was simply an ordinary woman with a bold tongue and overly friendly demeanor. Yet, fate or some unseen reason led to her unexpected union with Roman Morin, the cold and calculating mastermind behind Morin Industries, who had always held a disdainful grudge against her mere presence. Their marriage began with a heated confrontation. "Why did you provoke Clara in front of everyone, Athena? Do you have any sense at all? Imagine if it wasn't me who heard that exchange! Your actions are threatening my reputation. You seem determined to drag it through the mud," Roman railed at her, causing her to recoil from his愤怒. "I only reacted because she initiated the argument. Instead of blaming me, confront her directly," she shot back, her anger simmering beneath the surface. "I don't care whose fault it is. My concern is my family's honor and mine. I've warned you before. If you continue to tarnish my image, I won't hold back. Act responsibly as my wife, not some illiterate servant. Remember, you're now paid to represent me, not act like a maid," Roman spat, his words like venom, stinging Athena's soul. She clenched her teeth to suppress the tears welling up inside, determined not to let his harsh words break her. Despite the humiliation and her longing to escape, she knew her options were limited.