Anna was born into wealth, but after her mother's death and her father's remarriage, everything changes. Her stepmother makes it clear that she is no longer welcome in the family, forcing Anna to leave the luxurious life she once knew.Proud and independent, Anna refuses to beg her father for help. Instead, she takes a job at a prestigious restaurant, determined to build a life of her own.What she doesn't know is that the arrogant man she keeps clashing with is Michael—the billionaire owner of the restaurant.Michael has sworn never to fall in love again after being betrayed by the woman he once trusted. He especially doesn't want a woman who might love him for his wealth.Anna and Michael can't stand each other. Yet beneath every argument, something neither of them wants to admit begins to grow.But when hidden identities, family betrayal, jealousy, and dangerous secrets collide, Anna must discover whether love is worth surrendering her pride—and whether Michael can learn to trust again.