Engaged to a Common Maid

In a world where power and privilege reign supreme, Charlotte Everhart finds herself thrust into the opulent yet treacherous halls of Saint Paul Abbey, a prestigious academy for the elite. Unbeknownst to her, her arrival is set against the backdrop of a shocking engagement announcement that has the entire student body buzzing. As whispers of a powerful heir's fiancée circulate, Charlotte grapples with her own identity as a mere maid, caught between the expectations of her new peers and the secrets of her past. When Edgar Thornfield, a handsome yet arrogant heir, dismisses her with a flick of cash, Charlotte's anger ignites a fierce determination to prove her worth. As she navigates the complexities of high society, she encounters Lucian Hawthorne, whose charm and curiosity draw her into a whirlwind of unexpected emotions. But the stakes rise when Aldric Winterbourne, the charming heir returning from abroad, enters the scene, complicating Charlotte's already tumultuous life. With the pressure mounting from all sides, Charlotte must confront her feelings, the truth about her family's legacy, and the hidden agendas of those around her. As alliances form and rivalries brew, the question looms: can Charlotte rise above her circumstances and claim her place in a world that seems determined to keep her down? In this gripping tale of love, ambition, and self-discovery, the line between friend and foe blurs, and the true cost of ambition is revealed. ...