In the sprawling metropolis of New Verona, where crime families rule with an iron fist and allegiances shift like the tide, Alessia Romano, the daughter of a powerful mafia boss, is set to inherit her family's empire. But when her father is assassinated in a brutal attack orchestrated by a rival syndicate, Alessia's world is shattered. Determined to avenge her father's death and reclaim her birthright, Alessia sets out on a dangerous journey of vengeance. Along the way, she crosses paths with Dominic Rossi, a seasoned hitman with a dark past and a code of honor. Reluctantly drawn together by their shared desire for justice, Alessia and Dominic form an unlikely alliance. As they navigate the treacherous underworld of New Verona, they uncover a web of corruption and betrayal that reaches far deeper than they ever imagined. But as they get closer to the truth, Alessia and Dominic find themselves caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse with the very people who tore their lives apart. With danger lurking around every corner and their enemies closing in, they must rely on each other's strength and cunning to survive. In a city where power is the ultimate currency and trust is a rare commodity, Alessia and Dominic must tread carefully if they hope to unravel the mystery behind her father's murder and take down the forces threatening to destroy everything they hold dear. But in a world where everyone has their own agenda, they soon realize that the true enemy may be closer than they ever imagined.
The night was thick with tension as Alessia Romano stood on the balcony of her family's opulent mansion, overlooking the twinkling lights of New Verona. The air crackled with anticipation, a storm brewing on the horizon. Inside, her father, Don Romano, held court with his trusted advisors, discussing the latest developments in their ongoing feud with the rival Vendetta family. Alessia's stomach churned with worry as she watched the shadows dance across the walls, knowing that danger lurked in every corner of their gilded fortress.
Suddenly, the tranquility of the night shattered as the sound of gunfire echoed through the mansion. Alessia's heart leaped into her throat as she raced downstairs, the taste of fear bitter on her tongue. In the grand hall, chaos reigned supreme. Bodies lay scattered across the marble floor, their lifeblood staining the pristine surface crimson. Alessia's father lay motionless at the center of the carnage, his once powerful frame now a mere shell of its former self. Alessia's breath caught in her throat as she knelt beside him, the weight of her grief crushing her chest like a vice. Tears blurred her vision as she cradled her father's lifeless form, her world crumbling around her. But even in her darkest hour, Alessia knew that she could not afford to mourn. With her father's death, she had become the de facto head of the Romano family, and it was up to her to exact vengeance upon those who had wronged them. With a steely resolve, Alessia rose to her feet, her eyes burning with determination. The Vendetta family would pay for what they had done, of that she was certain. And as the new dawn broke over the city, Alessia vowed to do whatever it took to ensure that justice was served.
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.
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.”
When Zora was sick during the early days of her pregnancy, Ezrah was with his first love, Piper. When Zora got into an accident and called Ezrah, he said he was busy, when in actual fact, he was buying shoes for Piper. Zora lost her baby because of the accident, and throughout her stay at the hospital, Ezrah never showed up. She already knew that he didn't love her, but that was the last straw for the camel's back, and her fragile heart could not take it anymore. When Ezrah arrived home a few days after Zora was discharged from the hospital, he no longer met the woman who always greeted him with a smile and cared for him. Zora stood at the top of the stairs and yelled with a cold expression, "Good news, Ezrah! Our baby died in a car accident. There is nothing between us anymore, so let's get a divorce." The man who claimed not to have any feelings for Zora, being cold and distant towards her, and having asked her for a divorce twice, instantly panicked.
Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."
"There will be no falling in love, we will only act as a loving couple when we are in public, we will share a room to make it believable, but no intimacy, touching is off-limits. We'll only have sex once a month, and that's solely to produce an heir. You won't interfere in my business, and I won't interfere in yours. You will be my wife in every sense and you will not be involved with any other man," he said, arrogance seeping from every word. I watch his mouth move, I'm not ready to fall in love with any man, especially not one as arrogant and egoistic as him. I can handle acting as a loving couple, and as for intimacy once a month. I can agree to that just to satisfy my sexual cravings with no strings attached. "Where can I sign?" I asked since I had nothing to lose. *** Nadine's wedding dreams turned to nightmares when she caught her sister and fiancé cheating! With a secret recording, she's ready for revenge. But then mysterious billionaire Logan West offers a deal: A Contract Marriage to take down her ex's empire. But what Nadine doesn't know is her life is getting complicated as she takes her chance to get revenge or risks everything for a chance at love?"
Allison fell in love with Ethan Iversen, the soon-to-be Alpha of the Moonlight Crown pack. She always wanted him to notice her. Meanwhile, Ethan was an arrogant Alpha who thought a weak Omega could not be his companion. Ethan's cousin, Ryan Iversen, who came back from abroad and was the actual heir of the pack, never tried to get the position nor did he show any interest in it. He was a popular playboy Alpha but when he came back to the pack, one thing captured his eyes and that was Allison.