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Los Angeles shimmered beneath a blanket of stars, a mirage of affluence and performance. Among its players stood the Lockwoods, their corporate dynasty shadowed by an impossible heir. Asher Lockwood was beautiful, spoiled, and willfully irresponsible, choosing flirtation and extravagance over every duty. One evening, sprawled across a velvet sofa, he met his parents’ exhausted ultimatum. **“Asher, this ends now,”** his father stated, voice devoid of warmth. Asher’s lips curled into a smirk. **“What’s the verdict?”** **“You transformed an investor luncheon into a pool party at the Chateau.”** **“The deal closed. I’d call that a success.”** His mother released a weary sigh. **“You’re twenty-four years old. When will you grow up?”** **“I’m committed to my ro…