Chapter 1 Sophia Lee had been the apple of the Lee family's eye for twenty years-until the real daughter showed up at their door with a DNA report. Only then did she realize she was nothing but a switched impostor. Overwhelmed by humiliation, she packed her bags to leave. But that very night, Alexander Lee pulled her into his car. The brother who'd always been cold and distant pinned her against the leather seat, making her cry three times over. Her voice grew hoarse from sobbing, but he gripped her waist, whispering repeatedly in her ear: "I've wanted this for a long time." In that moment, she finally understood: his years of aloofness had been deliberate restraint. Soon after, he announced their engagement, deaf to all protests. When their parents objected, he stripped their power, becoming the sole authority of the Lee family. When the biological daughter threw tantrums, he cut off all her credit cards and threatened to send her back if she did- n't stop. Sophia couldn't accept being with the brother she grew up alongside. She fled countless times, only to be dragged back every single time. Trapped in an escape-proof net, she found no refuge. Until half a month ago, he'd driven out at midnight to buy the cake she'd been craving and got into a car accident When he woke up, he'd forgotten everything. The Lee family rejoiced. When introducing Sophia, they called her the housekeeper-not the woman he'd loved ob- sessively. And now, they planned to send her away while Alexander remained amnesiac. "Here's ten million dollars." Robert Lee and Mary Lee hastily slid the check toward Sophia. "While Alexander's forgotten you, take this and leave. We raised you for years. We're begging you, never appear in front of him again, and never let him find you." After a long silence, Sophia finally spoke. 0.0 % 10:52 Chapter 1 "Fine. I'll complete emigration paperwork within two weeks and never return." She took the weightless check, feeling like this entire year had been an absurd dream. They wanted to send her away, and she desperately wished to leave. 288 (Vouchers True, Alexander had doted on her utterly this past year. But but this coercive love was something she couldn't bear.. Now that he had amnesia, this was her only chance to escape. "What's happening here?" The front door swung open. Alexander stood framed in the entrance, Olivia Lee following behind him. Dressed in an impeccable suit, he was strikingly handsome, and the air of authority in power radiated from him, even the air seemed to be thicken with tension. Robert and Mary's expressions changed instantly, forcing smiles. "Nothing important. We were just telling the maid something matters." Mary nudged Robert, adding stiffly, "We will go upstairs for a nap now." Before leaving, she shot Sophia a dagger-sharp glare, the warning in her eyes unmistakable. Sophia lowered her gaze, clutching the hundred-million check. She turned toward the maids' quarters... "Stop." Alexander's voice was as cold as ice. She froze in her tracks, head still bowed, her pulse nearly stuttering. Leather shoes clicked across the floorboards. Suddenly, her chin was roughly lifted, forcing her to meet his dark, piercing eyes. Her breath trembled, and unbidden memories flashed through her mind: him pinning her against the floor-to-ceiling window, pressing her into the bed, even holding her down on a table in the kitchen... His fingers brushed against her chin, and his gaze was icy. "What perfume are you wearing?" When Sophia was about to answer, he cut her off. "Stop wearing it from now on." He released her, voice dripping with disgust, "A maid should act like maid, don't try to seduce anyone." Her fingertips curled inward. In the past, he'd always bury his face in her neck, chuckling low, "What perfume are you wearing? It smells so fragrant." 26.8 % 10:51 Chapter 1 She'd shake her head, "Nothing at all." He'd nipped at her earlobe, chuckling hoarsely against her skin, "Your natural scent is this alluring? 230 Vouchers Sophia, every part of you was truly made for me. Don't even think of leaving me. Wherever you run, I'll hunt you down. Understand?" She'd once thought escape was impossible. But this time, fate had given her a chance... Sophia offered no explanation or argument, simply nodding, "Aright, I got it." As he turned toward the study, she exhaled in relief. But just as she was about to head back to pack her things, Olivia charged forward and slapped her viciously! "Sophia, how can you be so shameless?! "T Olivia shrieked, "You seduced my brother before, and now that he has amnesia, you still want to hook him?! "I'll have you know-my brother already has a fiancée!" Her laugh turned triumphant, "The news of their arranged marriage will be announced soon. My future sister-in-law outshines you in every aspect!" Sophia trembled faintly. A fiancée? Of course. Now that he had amnesia, the Lee family's status, suitors for a marriage alliance would swarm like moths to flame. But none of that mattered to her anymore. Olivia's not about to let her off the hook. She snapped. "Guards! Seize her! Toss her into the cold storage room! Let her learn the consequences of seducing my brother!" The bodyguards exchanged uneasy glances, frozen. Everyone knew how doting Alexander had been on Sophia once. Once, a business partner had brushed against her. By the next day, that man's hand was cut off. Olivia trembled with rage, "My brother has amnesia now! She's not princess, and not the one he likes! 56.0 % 10:52 Chapter 1 What exactly terrifies you?! 223 ¡Vouchers She jabbed a finger at the guards, "If you refuse, all of you will be fired!" The bodyguards still hesitated. Just then, the study door slammed open. Alexander frowned, "What's all the racket?" Olivia instantly donned a sycophantic smile, "Alexander, Sophia neglected her duties. I ordered bodyguards to punish her by sending her to the cold storage, but they defy me!" He shot the bodyguards a cold glance, his voice icy, "What did she bribe you with? How dare you disobey your master's orders!" He turned to Sophia, eyes full of disgust, "Drag her out of my sight. Now." With that, he slammed the door shut. Alexander's verdict broke their hesitation. Sophia closed her eyes as them dragged her away. She'd always been afraid of the cold since childhood, so Alexander had kept the villa warm all year round. On frosty nights, he'd even condescended to warm her icy feet against his chest. Now? He'd condemned her to this punishment personally. Arctic air stabbed through her. Sophia curled in the corner, her consciousness fading. It's okay, Just endure a little longer. Freedom neared. Soon... she'd reclaim being Sophia-not Alexander's possession. Just as she passed out, a desperate cry pierced the cold: "Sophia! !" 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