Being born out of an affair between a doctor-mother and a politician father, Ellery James has been seen as a scandalous mistake by both her parents. Despite this, she tries to do everything in perfection in hopes to please them both someday with her decorated career in ballet dancing. Not wanting to disappoint her mother further she gives in and agrees to be married to the son of her mother's long-time friend in exchange for a promotion for her at the hospital. She now struggles to try to overcome the pressures of becoming perfect in front of her dance director, a perfect daughter to her mom but a broken wife to her cold and happy-go-lucky husband. Dylan White is a successful businessman and active sportsman. Living his carefree life he married the careful Ellery to please his father and to take revenge against his ex-girlfriend who cheated on him. Feeling bored by his wife's perfectionist lifestyle, he vows to annoy her every day. But when he realizes how shattered his wife is, he makes it a point to try to save her from the depths of darkness and trauma she's been in all her life.
"Why don't you think about it more April. Your daughter is of age, my son is of age." For months billionaire Christopher White has been compelling Dr. April James to the said union. But the doctor has always been hesitant about the idea.
"Christopher, you know my daughter. That little brat won't give in." Answered April through gritted teeth. They have been friends for the longest time and April has been the White family's physician.
"She would if you talk to her," Christopher suggested raising his brows at April.
"Why are you so hell-bent on getting Dylan to marry Ellery. That girl won't do anything for your boy. She's a scandal, a little secret kept in the dark." April spoke showing all her hatred for her daughter. She then grabbed her wine and gulped the contents.
"You know my son. He's a playboy and only brings whores to my own house. I just want these families off my son."
"Is that your only reason?" April curiously asked. There seemed to be more to what Christopher was implying.
"I'd rather have Ellery for a daughter-in-law rather than some cheap gold-digger or some heiress who'd only use my son for their family's gain. I will not let it happen." The Whites are the wealthiest family in the country, Christopher being the wealthiest man for almost a decade. They hail from old money and their company has the most diversified conglomerates. If they were to marry their only heir to someone of wealth, it would only gain the other family's advantage.
"Ellery, she's barely home and keeps her time with that little circus of hers. Your son might need a leash to put on her neck."
"I've met your girl and she's a little dove. You should stop hating her April. She's the only family you have." Christopher shot, leaving April a little speechless on her sit.
April had always detested Ellery. She was born out of her affairs with politician Robert Martin. And since he was a public figure the child was treated as a scandal and a disgrace. April only remembers the hurt she felt when Robert didn't choose her every time she looks into Ellery's eyes.
"Come on April. If you get her to agree, I'll talk to the board and make you chief of doctors." April's eyes glistened when Christopher stated that. She had worked her whole life in the field of medicine, it being her first love, and being chief would only pay off the hard work she's endured throughout the years.
The Whites were a major shareholder at the Annabelle White Memorial Hospital, so Christopher could easily pull the strings for her.
"I'd rather have the small clan of James is married to the only heir of the Whites than someone who'll try to leech off our wealth."
"And what if they find out that she's the illegitimate child of Robert Martin. That would tarnish your family name."
"People won't find out as that corrupt official is good at cleaning up his mess. Plus, he's been on to me for the past couple of months, wanting me to be his sponsor for the upcoming elections. And I know where that would lead. He'll only use my name to embezzle money."
"You're going to use her as leverage?"
"Yes, but aside from that, she'll make a good wife to my son. There's no girl on this planet than I want than her. So please April."
April smiled at the thought. It donned to her that she'll finally be able to get rid of Ellery after 22 years. Maybe it wasn't such a bad idea after all.
"Fine. I'll talk to her. Make all the arrangements you need."
"You finally agree!" Christopher excitedly exclaimed. His powers of persuasion had finally broken the stubborn walls of April. "I will arrange an engagement dinner as soon as possible."
"I'll see to it that my daughter agrees to it."
April kept Ellery in hopes that Richard will choose them and finally become a family with them. But in the end, he chose to stay with his wife Sylvia, leaving April devastated.
To keep them mum about the entanglement and not cause controversy that would put the politician in a bad light, Richard sent monthly allowances to Ellery. Even more than she could spend in a whole month.
Ellery lived her life with a silver plate. Followed by an entourage of chauffeurs and maids to take care of her, as her parents only saw her as a liability.
Ellery was enrolled in ballet classes by the time she could walk. For some mother's it was to engage their children in extra curricular but for April, it was to keep Ellery away from her sight.
It wasn't a bad decision though as Ellery spent most hours of the day, 7 days a week rehearsing and improving. She opted to be home-schooled to have more time for dance and it paid off, as she was a multi-awarded dancer and had one first place in every competition. She tried other genres and was good at almost any genre may it be tap, jazz, or hip-hop but focused on solely ballet when she turned 13.
Ellery loved winning. She loved the ovations of the crowd as she performs, it gave her a sense of belongingness. Her plaques, crowns, and trophies made her feel special. But every time she went home carrying all her awards, her mother wouldn't even congratulate her, let alone accompany her to dance competitions and recitals.
She was fueled that maybe someday her mother would be proud of her if only she worked harder and achieved more. Just like how her friends' mothers were, even if they didn't win, they still had their moms smiling at the end of the day.
Before competitions, she would sit in front of her vanity mirror and do her hair and makeup. She'd scan around the dressing room and see other kids' makeup being done by their mothers. Some mothers were sweet enough to do her hair though.
For Ellery, she longed only for her mother's approval, her mother's warmth. She longed that someday she'll finally be able to do something she would be proud of. So she worked to perfect the craft she was dangerously good at.
After killing his tyrant father, Alpha River who now runs West Wind Pack, is disturbed by the many enemies the previous alpha left behind. Although he tries to make peace, there are still hundreds out for revenge. One of them was Circe, a witch who vowed to kill River after what his father did to her entire coven. However things started to change when she finds out he was fated mate. Will she keep the promise she have for her coven, or will she embrace this new found happiness her mate is giving her.
26 year old Eliza Jones has been in a sugar relation with 62 year old Billionaire, Robert Whitlock for 2 years now. Based in LA, she's landed different jobs to support her grandmother's medical needs as well as be able to send her brother to college. Despite the rather unconventional set up, she finds her life peaceful. Not until she was torn between her loyalty to her sugar daddy and her new attraction for the younger Alexander, another rich man trying to win her heart. But what she didn't know was that Alexander is actually the son of Robert and is heir to his empire.
Young couple Ellery Grant and Zachary Bianchi always had a blissful relationship. They met in a very unusual circumstance but fell in love deeply and passionately with each other. Their love however has been met by different obstacles, one being Zachary's father who detests Ellery and sends her to prison for a crime she did not commit. After being robbed of five years of her life, Ellery now returns to bring back something the Ford stole from her, but will she be able to challenge this family? Someone with a great name and power in the world, now that she was left with nothing?
Olive Petsch thought that her simple was going to be perfect. She works as a veterinarian which she loves and was going to get married to her long-term boyfriend Allan. But everything went sour when she got fired from her job and came home to her fiance who was admitted to getting her best friend pregnant. Just then she was contacted to attend to a rich man Guissepi Morreti's sick pet snake and was tasked to move into his home and care for the reptile. With nowhere else to go she agreed and gets her life intertwined with the Italian businessman who runs the world's biggest mafia group.
Heiress and artist Heather Presley-Hale is deeply in love with her ruthless but loving husband, Sebastian Hale, the newly appointed CEO of Hale Industries. But when tragedy caused them to be separated along with their kids, fate tries to find a way to bring them back. Will Sebastian and Heather be able to rekindle their lost love or will Heather stay hidden and live under the identity of Claire Smith a loving wife to an abusive husband, Marcus Smith, and a mother to Hunter Smith
Persephone Wilson has buried everything that happened 4 years ago between her and Theodore Huxley in the past. She used to be irresponsible and outgoing and lived under her older brother's wing. But after getting her heart broken she decided to escape. Living a new life happily in a new country with her little girl. But when her daughter was diagnosed with a rare blood disease, though reluctant she had to do everything in her power to save her. Theodore Huxley on the other hand was stuck with a void in his heart no one can ever fill. He was on top of his career and was ruthless than ever. Engaged to be married to a wonderful and brilliant lawyer. But upon seeing his blue eyes on the little girl, he was caught in a dilemma.
On her wedding day, Khloe’s sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didn’t commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrik’s cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.
To the public, she was the CEO's executive secretary. Behind closed doors, she was the wife he never officially acknowledged. Jenessa was elated when she learned that she was pregnant. But that joy was replaced with dread as her husband, Ryan, showered his affections on his first love. With a heavy heart, she chose to set him free and leave. When they met again, Ryan's attention was caught by Jenessa's protruding belly. "Whose child are you carrying?!" he demanded. But she only scoffed. "It's none of your business, my dear ex-husband!"
Rosalynn's marriage to Brian wasn't what she envisioned it to be. Her husband, Brian, barely came home. He avoided her like a plague. Worse still, he was always in the news for dating numerous celebrities. Rosalynn persevered until she couldn't take it anymore. She upped and left after filing for a divorce. Everything changed days later. Brian took interest in a designer that worked for his company anonymously. From her profile, he could tell that she was brilliant and dazzling. He pulled the stops to find out her true identity. Little did he know that he was going to receive the greatest shocker of his life. Brian bit his finger with regret when he recalled his past actions and the woman he foolishly let go.
"You're a creepy bastard." His eyes smolder me and his answering grin is nothing short of beautiful. Deadly. "Yet you hunger for me. Tell me, this appetite of yours, does it always tend toward 'creepy bastards'?" **** Widower and ex-boss to the Mafia, Zefiro Della Rocca, has an unhealthy fixation on the woman nextdoor. It began as a coincidence, growing into mere curiosity, and soon, it was an itch he couldn't ignore, like a quick fix of crack for an addict. He didn't know her name, but he knew every inch of her skin, how it flushed when she climaxed, her favourite novel and that every night she contemplated suicide. He didn't want to care, despising his rapt fascination of the woman. She was in love with her abusive husband. She was married, bound by a contract to the Bratva's hitman. She was off-limits. But when Zefiro wanted something, it was with an intensity that bordered on madness. He obsessed, possessed, owned. There'd be bloodshed if he touched her, but the sight of blood always did fascinate him. * When Susanna flees from her husband, she stumbles right into the arms of her devilishly handsome neighbour with a brooding glare. He couldn't stand her, but she needed him, if she was ever going to escape her husband who now wanted her dead. Better the devil you know than the angel you don't. She should have recalled that before hopping into Zefiro's car and letting him whisk her away to Italy. Maybe then, she wouldn't have started an affair with him. He was the only man who touched her right, and the crazy man took no small pains in ensuring he would be the last.
Rose looked at the reports in her hand and was in shock... The reports said that she was one month pregnant, however, how can she get pregnant when she didn't have any man in her life... "Was it because of that dream? Could I get pregnant because I have sex in my dream?" She thought... She didn't have any mental problems, however, except for this she can't able to think about anything... However, she still didn't get out of her surprise when she met the man in her dream... Kevin Davis looked at the reports in her hand and asked, "Is this child mine?" However, Rose didn't answer but asked... "Was that night not a dream?" Kevin was angry because it was his first time and she thinks it was a dream... Kevin forced her to marry him however, Rose didn't want it... She wanted to abort the child but he didn't let her... In the end... Rose agreed to marry him... She looked at Kevin's blue eyes and said, "I will marry you, however, I had two conditions..." "First, after marriage, you can't control my freedom, I still had the right to do whatever I want. Don't worry I won't harm the child." "Second, if I ever found out that you had cheated behind my back then I will leave with my child and you can't stop me..." Both of them got married... However, after she falls in love with him... She found there are hidden secrets in his past...
Bailey seems to be never destined to fit in, a little geeky, but under it all, a hidden beauty that so many seem to miss, but still not what her pack Alpha is looking for in a fated mate... so he is determined to reject her and make her life hell. Bailey, knowing her life will likely never be the same focuses on what she can control, her future, and heads off to study; becoming a teacher. Asher is the Beta of Autumn Valley Pack, a neighbouring pack. A broken man having suffered the loss of his mate after a rogue attack, Asher is slowly crumbling. Falling to pieces. A shadow of his former self, and not a man that anyone wants to be around anymore... Until, Autumn Valley Pack require a new teacher, and Bailey finds herself there and pushed together with the Beta. Is there a connection building or is that in their imaginations? And what will happen when Bailey's mate comes back to claim what is his?