Mrs Hale, I Surrender

Cast out by her foster family on the same night her fiancé makes headlines with a new lover, Zoe Bell’s life spirals into scandal. Every rumor ties her to William Hale, the most powerful man in Capital City. The world scoffs, calling her his fleeting plaything. But from the first moment he saw her, William had only one goal: to seize love boldly. When asked about their relationship, he smirks, Maybe I haven’t tried hard enough—after all, Mrs. Hale still refuses to give me my rightful title. One humid night, his kiss steals her breath. Mrs. Hale, am I trying hard enough? Zoe grits her teeth. He’s trying way too hard.