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Claudia often criticizes her life situation. She grew up living with her grandmother and her younger brother. She studies hard to secure a good job for her family's future. She always thought of marrying someone rich or well-to-do, a life that she can live with certainty every day. She met Marcus de Santis, a construction worker - tall, sturdy, handsome, and close to her family. He even stole her first kiss! When he began to court her, Claudia almost forgot what she was dreaming about. Until she accidentally met Martin Lawson. Due to a confused mind, she chose Martin, a perfect prince. But what if regret is all she feels since they got together? How can she mend the hearts that have been broken? And what if, one day, she discovers that Marcus de Santis is not just an ordinary person, but his real identity as the heir of a prominent family has remained a secret?
Prologue
He stood up, still sweaty, panting and catching his breath as he rose from lying next to me. He didn't even glance at me as I carefully pulled the blanket to cover my tired body. I tried to get up. Despite the drowsiness pulling at me, I couldn't lie down and rest. Every day, every hour, every minute mattered to me. Because a life hung in the balance.
When I sat down, I winced. I felt a sudden pain between my legs. It really hurt for the first time. I bit my lip.
It's gone. I've lost it. I've guarded my property for twenty-five years. I promised to only give myself to the man I love and who loves me. Tears welled up in my eyes. I tried not to show weakness to this man. I flinched when he threw me a piece of paper. I glanced at it.
"I doubled the amount," he said while still zipping his pants. I knew he was looking at me. Even if I wanted to look back at him, I couldn't. I felt embarrassed because I had debased myself. I blinked back my tears, accompanied by a pang in my chest. He smirked, "Surprisingly, you were a virgin! How come a gold-digger slut was still a virgin until now? Well, a few minutes ago..." I keenly felt the anger and disgust in his voice. I kept my head down to avoid his scrutinizing eyes.
I couldn't move. A pang of pain shot through my chest. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect him to say that right in front of me. He had changed. He was no longer Marcus I knew. Every word he uttered felt like sharp thorns digging into my heart.
It hurt. So much. I felt so down. But whatever he said, I would accept it with closed eyes. I needed his money.
He walked to pick up and put on his shirt lying on the couch. I remained silent and kept still. I would change once he left. After putting on his shoes, I heard him sigh. I was still bowed down, so I clearly saw his feet gradually approaching me. He stopped in front of me, slid his finger under my chin, and lifted my face to face him.
He smirked, "If I had known that I would taste you in this way, I would have told you long ago that I'm rich." He whispered. His eyes narrowed. He tilted his head. "I wasted my time with you. You're just nothing but an ambitious gold-digger filthy slut. At least, you're beautiful. My payment was still worth it." And he callously dropped my face.
I bit my lip. My hands clenched. I swallowed my saliva to suppress any sobs. I didn't want him to mock me further if he saw me cry.
He picked up and wore his suit. He went straight to the door but stopped and looked back at me. I felt my body shiver. I felt...humiliated. "I hate you, Claudia. I hate you so much. Thanks for let me f*****g you." I felt the pain in his tone. I straightened up as he forcefully closed the door.
Tears streamed down from my eyes. I hugged myself. I felt so dirty, my hands trembling. I looked at the check in front of me, and my tears flowed even more.
Why? Why is this happening in my life? Am I such a terrible person? I hurt him. Yes, I hurt him, but I didn't want that. I hope he forgives me. Even now, I still hope. Foolish as it may be. He left when I finally realized I love him. I love him.
I still love him.
Heartbroken after being cheated on by her lover, Zofia vents her anger by sleeping with a gigolo. However, to her surprise, the man turns out not to be the gigolo she hired but instead the CEO of New Starlight Consortium named Xavier. As a result of their one-night stand, Zofia becomes pregnant and gives birth to quadruplets with special abilities. Upon learning that the Zillionaire is searching for her all over the country, Zofia fakes her death and leaves one of her babies, who suffers from a rare disease, with Xavier. Five years later, Zofia returns to New York under a new identity as the genius doctor Valencia Emberlynn. But Zofia's disguise only fuels hatred in Xavier's heart, causing him to relentlessly pursue her for revenge. Can Zofia melt Xavier's heart? And can she cure the rare disease afflicting Aiden, her eldest son?
CONTENT WARNING: This story has mature scenes which are not suitable for young readers. *** "You know how to choose your woman, Darkstorm. She was a fucking come-hither. I saw her video from your CCTV files and I was jerking my dick the whole time I was watching her. I can’t wait to rip her sweet little pussy with my dick while she’s shouting your name." *** Lyka de Luca had a plan to use her beauty and charm to take back Draconia, her aunt’s ancestral FamilyHouse, from the owner of the Darklore, Inc. But she did not expect to make a mistake... causing her to spent a pleasant night with none other than the Prince-Of-Hell and Canada’s richest and ruthless finance magnate, Aether Damien Darkstorm. ***** Lyka de Luca, a beautiful gallery owner and a woman who has never been in a relationship, is fierce enough to reclaim Draconia, her ancestral property, which was sold to a private company—Darklore, Inc—when her aunt fell ill. Lyka decided to use Blake Darklore’s long-standing infatuation with her to her advantage—the man she believed to be the owner of the company. So, for the first time, she agreed to go on a date with him. But Lyka had unexpectedly fallen and made love with her date. After a few months, she discovered that the man she was with that night was not Blake Darklore, but the real owner of Darklore, Inc.—none other than the Prince-Of-Hell #3 himself—Aether Damien Darkstorm. The Control freak and baddest Billionaire.
It was a sin to love him. It was a sin to desire him. She was his forbidden pleasure. She was his forbidden fruit. It was never right because she was the wife of his billionaire brother. Excerpt: He glanced at her, frowning. "What did you say?" She angrily squinted at him. "Lie on the floor. If you don't respect me, respect Lennox. I'm his wife." His stares became cold. "Respect?" He smirked coldly. "If I didn't respect him, you might be naked right now moaning my name." She couldn't look straight at him. "Lincoln, get out of…." "Look at me, Lorelei." She needed to be brave in front of him, or else he would be able to handle her again. So, she looked into his deep tantalizing eyes. Her throat was dry. "W-what?" She wanted to slap herself for stuttering. Stuttering in front of Lincoln Del Piero was a sign of weakness. And this evil man would exploit it. "Tell me, Lorelei," his hot breath hit her face, "If Lennox wasn't your husband, would you undress for me? Would you let me see your beautiful naked body? Would you let me penetrate you?"
Warning: Mature content 18+ Dedicated and hardworking, Julia Winston is known to be the only PA who lasted with the ruthless Billionaire of Steele Empire, Robert Steele. They called him the devil in a business suit. He is a control freak and a perfectionist. —And so, when his fiancée leaves him after catching him and Julia naked on his bed—all because of a drunken blunder—hell twitches to break loose. He’s determined to make Julia suffer— wrecked her for the rest of her life. But when Robert suddenly becomes silent for years, everyone believes he’s moved on in the end and forgot about that drunken night. But when he finds out that Julia hiding their Billionaire’s daughter from him for years, the anger that he once felt for her reappears in an instant. “No more weddings going on. Goodbye, Robert,” Camila said and quickly left the room. Robert just stared at the ring. He looks serious and doesn’t really move. I was nervous about what he could do to me. I knew my boss. I knew how ruthless he was. And I know he can’t forgive me for what happened. I jumped so hard that Robert threw the ring and cursed loudly. “Goddammit!” He quickly got in front of me and without warning strangled my neck tightly. I held his hand when I felt the pain. I buried my nails in his hand and fought — just in case he let go of my neck but it didn’t happen. “Remember this, fucking bitch. I..I will make your life a living hell. I will torture you until you beg me to just kill you. Be ready then.” Robert violently released my neck before quickly getting dressed and leaving the room.
Warning: Mature content 18+ Alyssa Brown Scotham. Alex Lambert Hampton. To join their family businesses, twenty-five-year-old hotel heiress Alyssa forced into a arrange marriage, did not get any attention and love from her emotionless and distant husband, Lambert, who had never liked her from the beginning. Because of Lambert Ex-girlfriend. Disdain everything, she was happy because Lambert was exactly the man of her sweet dreams she created in her mind. But as days and months passed by and yet she did not receive a hint of love from Lambert, she ended up having an affair, find happiness in the arms of another man, worsening their already complicated-relationship. She now had to pay for her mistakes and try to fix what was broken in the first place. But what if she’s already too late to earn her husband’s love and trust back…? “Lambert, I’m sorry.” I emphasized my word so that he would feel I was serious. “Please. What do you want me to do just so you can forgive me?” He pushed me slightly away from him and shot me a sharp and frightening look. “Be my sex slave then.”
As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.
"Is it considered betrayal to develop feelings for your best friend's boyfriend? What about when fate intervenes, and he turns out to be your destined mate? You might think it's luck and thank the moon goddess for such a twist of fate. That's what I believed until the love of my life uttered those dreaded words: 'I want a divorce!' As I stared at the pregnancy test in my hands, I realized it was better to keep my secret to myself. My name is Violet, and this is my story."
It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”
The whispers said that out of bitter jealousy, Hadley shoved Eric's beloved down the stairs, robbing the unborn child of life. To avenge, Eric forced Hadley abroad and completely cut her off. Years later, she reemerged, and they felt like strangers. When they met again, she was the nightclub's star, with men ready to pay fortunes just to glimpse her elusive performance. Unable to contain himself, Eric blocked her path, asking, "Is this truly how you earn a living now? Why not come back to me?" Hadley's lips curved faintly. "If you’re eager to see me, you’d better join the queue, darling."