The Demon King's Substitute Bride

In a kingdom shrouded in fear, King Adarius, known as the masked king, is both ruthless and enigmatic. Born under a curse that promises death at 25, he hides his disfigured face behind a mask, keeping the world guessing about the man beneath. Cold-hearted and feared by all, love is the last thing he expects—until Angelina enters his life.

Angelina, a slave-princess scorned for her illegitimate birth, has spent her life as a servant in her own palace. When her father falls into crippling debt to King Adarius, he offers his daughter as payment, claiming she possesses a rare gift: the ability to heal with her touch. Desperate and intrigued, the king agrees to the marriage, seeking both her beauty and the salvation she promises.

But the healing power is a lie, and Angelina is far from the chosen one her father pretends she is. As the king’s defenses crumble and he falls deeply for her, Angelina is ensnared in a dangerous game of deception. How long can she keep her secret before the vengeful king uncovers the truth? And when he does, will their love survive—or will the mask of the king hide a fury that could destroy them both?