Anna found herself torn in between helping her brother get a good medical treatment and her happiness, cheated by her father's secretary Mr Andrew who collaborated with the lawyer out of greed for her father's property. Devastated and helpless she sold the only property given to her by her father's secretary and went to the slum. But when help comes only in the form of forfeiting her happiness and living with a stranger. Will she embrace the opportunity or risk her brother's life in the process? Will she fall in love with the broken hearted billionaire in this farce of a marriage. Find out in the book.
"I have an offer"
"What offer"
"Get married to me for a whole year and I will take care of anything you need"
I looked at him confused, how was he able to say this calmly. A second glance at his face showed me he was dead serious.
Who jokes with something like this?
My life has been a living hell since my parents died in a plane crash, my father's secretary put a claim on everything owned by my dad. He brought out a will, saying my father gave that to him and the content of the will was preposterous.
My dad practically gave him everything we owned, leaving me and my brother with just the house we live in.
My dad was wealthy and we were leaving way comfortable than you can ever imagine. I was used to living under my dad's income that I never worked a day in my life.
My brother Adam,an eight year old patient of vertical septal defect, which means he has a hole in his heart. He was diagnosed of this shortly before my parents death.
" There is an abnormal opening in the wall between the main pumping chambers of the heart" the doctor explained to us. I cried all the way home that day.
My dad assured me, he would get a good doctor for the surgery and that I shouldn't worry about anything of the sort. And he and my mom decided to travel out of the country to meet our family doctor and get everything ready over there for the surgery Adam needed.
I was at home that day, watching my favorite series Merlin, suddenly my brother Adam came and sat beside me, insisting I switch the channel to a reporting channel, after all his tears and pleas, I finally accepted and changed it.
The news reporter was talking about a case where a wife stabbed her husband to death and killed her self at the spot.
I missed, angry at the fact, I have to settle for this because my brother wanted it. He has always found news interesting unlike his peers who loved anime cartoons. I guess my dad had a hand in it. My dad was always available to listen or watch the news no matter the circumstance.
The next news popped up, reporting a plane crash from Atlanta to Australia, I was already feeling pity for the dead victims when it clicked in my head.
My mom and dad were going to Australia, that was where the family doctor resided permanently.
I stood up, startled at the reality of what I had just watched. A stray tear dropped from my eyes and I moved away from my brother, not wanting him to see my tears.
" I won't believe this, maybe they took another plane, maybe they changed their minds and flew to another country " I said quietly.
I picked up my phone and called their phones expecting to hear their voices from the other end assuring of their safety.
I never got that assurance.
My parents were only children of their parents and they worked really hard to get us to the stage where we were now . They tried so hard not to make me the only child because they knew how it felt.
My mom and dad tried everything to concieve and they couldn't. After fifteen years of my birth, my mom miraculously got pregnant and gave birth to my brother.
I was elated, as much as I tried not to seem affected that I was the only child of my parents, I was and the arrival of my brother made me very happy.
Their death brought change in the life of my younger brother and I. How could I take care of a sick eight year old. His secretary callously cut us off from our father's hard work insisting this was how my father wanted us to live.
Left with only the house and my brother's illness beingy priority, I searched for a buyer and sold the house. But the buyer bought the house at a cheaper rate. What was the use of being in a large house and no money to show for it.
I started saving for my brother's surgery.
The search for a job begun earnestly, I bought newspapers and applied to different organizations, hoping for a positive response.
After a month, I was already running low on cash, all the office jobs I had applied for weren't saying anything positive.
I bought another newspaper that morning and was going through it when I saw a vacancy of a cleaner needed at a cleaning firm.
At first, I didn't want to accept any domestic jobs, but the pay of this one isn't meager and I have to accept any job because I was running low of cash.
I applied and hoped for the best, taking care of Adam wasn't easy but I knew I could do it.
A week after I applied, I received a call from the cleaning firm."Hello is this Miss Anna"
" Yes"
"I am calling from the Hour cleaning firm, you applied for a job and it has been accepted"
"You are expected at the form tomorrow"
"Thanks, I will be there"
My resumption to the work was met with approval and I was told to start the following day, I didn't know where to keep my brother and I couldn't afford a nanny's fee so I contacted Abby, we have been friends since kindergarten, her parents weren't wealthy but they were leaving comfortably.
She moved out of their house few years ago to live with her boyfriend Jorge.
"Hey Abby"
"Hey girl, how have you been?"
"Well am doing great"
"I want to ask for a favor please"
"Go on"
"I just got employed into a cleaning firm and I need you to please keep watch over my brother till my closing hour"
"Anything for you dear, wish you luck with your new job"
I resumed the following day, since my brother is being taken care of now, at least my mind will be at peace.
So this was my new life now.
BLURB: River never intended to be pulled into the dangerous world of the Mafia, but a single moment of bravery changes everything. In an attempt to save the man who fuels her wildest fantasies, she unwittingly steps into the path of Rico Swavey, the ruthless Mafia Lord with a dark, hidden past. Rico has built his empire on control and secrecy, keeping his heart locked away. But when River, the doe-eyed woman who sparks something dangerous within him, stumbles into his life, his defenses begin to crumble. Haunted by a crime from his childhood, Rico struggles to accept love, especially from someone like River. What happens when she becomes a stripper in his club? Can River break through the walls around Rico's heart? And can Rico forgive himself for the sins of his past to embrace a future with her? Dive into their world of passion, danger, and redemption in HIS HEALING GRACE.
Eva's life took a drastic turn after a night of unfortunate events during her childhood, in a bid to get over the traumatic experience, she sought vengeance which led to her entry into the Moretto manor as a disguised maid. What Eva didn't get herself prepared for was to meet the handsome Diego Moretto, the son of her enemy which also makes him an enemy. What happens when a mysterious appearance is made in the great Moretto's ball. Will Eva's game still remain spot on when she feels a treacherous spark between her and the enemy? Will she abandon her quest for vengeance for love or go ahead and abandon what she and Diego shares?
Marty had always wanted a mate, someone who could grant her a little peek to the outside world, her life took another turn when she got to meet Dante, the cold and bad reputed Alpha King as her mate. She found out she was the chosen one of the moon goddess to save a lot of soldiers. Dante eventually accepting his mate, gave him a chance to be loved for the first time in his life. His Beta Theo happens to be the killer of Dante’s mother. Dante has been led on by his Beta to think he was the killer of his mother . His guilt made him isolate himself from other people. What happens when the king softens under the affection of the feeble and kind hearted Marty? Would their love thrive even after her prophecy is revealed to the wrong ears?
For ten years, Daniela showered her ex-husband with unwavering devotion, only to discover she was just his biggest joke. Feeling humiliated yet determined, she finally divorced him. Three months later, Daniela returned in grand style. She was now the hidden CEO of a leading brand, a sought-after designer, and a wealthy mining mogul—her success unveiled at her triumphant comeback. Her ex-husband’s entire family rushed over, desperate to beg for forgiveness and plead for another chance. Yet Daniela, now cherished by the famed Mr. Phillips, regarded them with icy disdain. "I’m out of your league."
Melanie married Ashton out of gratitude, but she quickly found herself entangled in a web of relentless challenges. Despite these struggles, she stayed true to her commitment to the marriage. In the hospital room, Ashton indifferently attempted to draw her blood, disregarding her discomfort. This callous act was a harsh revelation for Melanie, awakening her to the grim reality of their relationship. Resolved to prioritize her own welfare, she decided to sever ties. With newfound resolve, Melanie filed for divorce. In the process, she unveiled her concealed identities, leaving everyone in shock. Throughout these turbulent times, Melanie realized that Derek, Ashton’s uncle, had been discreetly protecting her all along.
On the day of their wedding anniversary, Joshua's mistress drugged Alicia, and she ended up in a stranger's bed. In one night, Alicia lost her innocence, while Joshua's mistress carried his child in her womb. Heartbroken and humiliated, Alicia demanded a divorce, but Joshua saw it as yet another tantrum. When they finally parted ways, she went on to become a renowned artist, sought out and admired by everyone. Consumed by regret, Joshua darkened her doorstep in hopes of reconciliation, only to find her in the arms of a powerful tycoon. "Say hello to your sister-in-law."
Once upon a time, there were two kingdoms once at peace. The kingdom of Salem and the kingdom of Mombana... Until the day, the king of Mombana passed away and a new monarch took over, Prince Cone. Prince Cone, has always been hungry for more power and more and more. After his coronation, he attacked Salem. The attack was so unexpected, Salem never prepared for it. They were caught off guard. The king and Queen was killed, the prince was taken into slavery. The people of Salem that survived the war was enslaved, their land taken from them. Their women were made sex slaves. They lost everything, including their land. Evil befall the land of Salem in form of Prince Cone, and the prince of Salem in his slavery was filled with so much rage. The prince of Salem, Prince Lucien swore revenge. 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 Ten years later, thirty-years old Lucien and his people raided a coup and escaped slavery. They went into hiding and recuperated. They trained day and night under the leadership of the fearless and cold Lucien who was driven with everything in him to get back their land, and take Mombana land too. It took them five years before they ambushed and attacked Mombana. They killed Prince Cone and reclaimed everything. As they screamed out their victory, Lucien's eyes found and pinned the proud princess of Mombana. Princess Danika. The daughter of Prince Cone. As Lucien stared at her with the coldest eyes anyone can ever possess, he felt victory for the first time. He walked to the princess with the slave collar he'd won for ten years rattling in his hand as he walked. He reached close to her and with a swift movement, he collared her neck. Then, he tilted her chin up, staring into the bluest eyes and the most beautiful face ever created, he gave her a cold smile. "You are my acquisition. My slave. My sex slave. My property. I will pay you in spades, everything you and your father ever did to me and my people." He stated curtly. Pure hatred, coldness and victory was the only emotion on his face. .
Rena got into an entanglement with a big shot when she was drunk one night. She needed Waylen's help while he was drawn to her youthful beauty. As such, what was supposed to be a one-night stand progressed into something serious. All was well until Rena discovered that Waylen's heart belonged to another woman. When his first love returned, he stopped coming home, leaving Rena all alone for many nights. She put up with it until she received a check and farewell note one day. Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life." But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!" "Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line." The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring. Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you."
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."