When a fake relationship leads to the most authentic love of all. In the bustling city of Chicago, Malia Parker has just begun to rebuild her life after a painful breakup.

Her heart, once shattered by betrayal, is now cautiously mending. Enter Marc Savang, a successful graphic designer with a charming smile and a knack for creativity.

When he finds himself in desperate need of a date for his cousin’s wedding on Valentine’s Day, he turns to an unconventional solution: an open call on an AMBW dating forum. Malia, seeking a distraction and an opportunity for a fresh start, decides to respond to Marc’s call.

As their initial connection blossoms into a meaningful exchange, their unexpected encounter becomes a journey of discovery and unexpected romance. In a story brimming with warmth, chemistry, and the magic of new beginnings, "Pretend To Love Me" is a beautiful reminder that love can find us when we least expect it.

This story was originally featured in the Shades of AMBW Valentine's Anthology. This is the newly enhanced and refreshed edition of “Pretend to Love Me.

” Let’s dive into a richer, more captivating version of this heartfelt romance. .