"You were there the night my sister died," Adrian accuses, his voice laced with venom. "And I'll never forgive you for it." "I don't remember that night," she whispers, tears blurring her vision. "But I swear, I would never hurt you." Lena Prescott is forced into an arranged marriage with Adrian Calloway, a man who was once her closest friend. Lena has loved Adrian since they were teenagers, but Adrian is now driven by vengeance, convinced that Lena knows the truth about his sister's mysterious death. He blames her for a tragedy she can't remember. Adrian Calloway, has only one goal: to make her life a living hell. Bound by duty and love, Lena endures a torturous marriage until she can no longer bear it and escapes with a secret that could change everything-she's pregnant with twins. As Adrian uncovers the real story behind his sister's death, he realizes that Lena is also a victim, not the villain he believed her to be, but by then, she's gone. In a race against time and another admire of Lena, Adrian must find Lena and prove that love can heal even the deepest wounds. But will she ever forgive him for the pain he's caused, or is their love destined to remain a tragic memory?
Lena Prescott sat in the modest, softly lit study of the Prescott family house, nervously tracing the edge of the marriage contract in front of her.
The room, filled with the aroma of ancient leather and the ticking of a grandfather clock, appeared to press in on her, each tick seeming like a countdown to her demise.
She'd read the text a dozen times, but the words still felt strange, like if they were from someone else's life rather than her own.
She looked at the framed images on the mantle, which depict brighter times. Her parents smiled and held her and her brother James tight. They were no longer with them, having died in an accident when Lena was eighteen. All she had left was James.
"Lena, are you listening?" James' words sliced through her thoughts and brought her back to the present. He sat across from her, his face a mixture of concern and resolve.
Lena looked up at him, her heart heavy. "I'm sorry, I... I just can't believe this is happening."
James reached across the table, taking her hand in his. His grip was firm, reassuring. "I know this isn't what you wanted. It's not what I wanted for you either, but we're out of options. If we don't do this, we'll lose everything. The business, the house... We won't survive."
Lena swallowed hard, the reality of their situation settling like a stone in her stomach. The Prescott family business, a once-thriving company that her father had built from the ground up, was on the brink of collapse.
Years of bad investments and economic downturns had left them drowning in debt. And now, their only chance of salvation lay in the hands of Adrian Calloway, the man she had once loved and who now despised her.
"I don't understand why it has to be me," Lena whispered, her voice trembling. "Why does Adrian want to marry me? He hates me, James. You know that."
James sighed, rubbing a hand over his face. "I don't know, Lena. Maybe it's some twisted way of getting back at you, or maybe it's something else entirely.
But whatever his reasons, this is our only way out. If you sign that contract, the debt is wiped clean. You and I can keep the business and the house."
Lena's hand shook as she picked up the pen, her mind racing. She had loved Adrian once, so deeply that it hurt to even think about him now.
They had been so close, inseparable as teenagers. But that was before Victoria, Adrian's younger sister, had died. A night that had shattered their lives and their friendship forever.
"I don't have a choice, do I?" Lena's voice was barely a whisper as she stared down at the contract.
James's grip tightened on her hand. "I'm sorry, Lena. I wish I could do something, anything, to fix this. But we're out of time. If you don't sign this, everything Mom and Dad worked for will be gone."
Lena closed her eyes, trying to hold back the tears that threatened to spill over. She thought of her parents, how proud they had been of their family and their business.
They had always believed in her, always supported her dreams. And now, she was about to give up everything she had ever wanted for a life she hadn't chosen.
"I'll do it," she finally said, her voice hollow. "I'll marry him."
James's face was a mix of relief and guilt. He pulled her into a tight hug, holding her close. "Thank you, Lena. You're saving us."
But Lena didn't feel like a savior. She felt like she was signing her life away.
As she signed the contract, each stroke of the pen felt like a nail in her coffin. She was committing herself to a man who hated her, who blamed her for a tragedy she couldn't even remember. A man who, despite their shared past, now looked at her with nothing but cold disdain.
When she finished, she pushed the contract away, unable to look at it any longer. The deal was done. She was bound to Adrian Calloway in a way that she had never imagined, and the thought of it made her stomach churn.
"Lena," James began, his voice gentle, "I know this is hard, but maybe... maybe it won't be as bad as you think. Maybe once you're married, things will change."
Lena gave him a sad smile, not believing a word of it. "Maybe," she lied, though she knew that nothing would change Adrian's mind. He had made it clear that this marriage was a business transaction, nothing more. A way for him to save her family while simultaneously punishing her for a crime she couldn't even remember committing.
As James left the room, Lena stayed behind, her gaze fixed on the contract she had just signed. She knew that her life was about to change forever, and not in the way she had once dreamed.
There would be no fairy tale ending, no happily ever after. Only a cold, loveless marriage and the constant reminder of the hatred Adrian held for her.
Lena stood and walked over to the window, staring out at the darkening sky. Somewhere out there, Adrian was waiting for her, ready to claim her as his wife. And as much as she tried to brace herself for what was to come, Lena couldn't shake the feeling that she was walking straight into a trap.
A soft knock on the door pulled her from her thoughts. She turned to see James standing in the doorway, his expression filled with concern.
"Lena, are you okay?" he asked, stepping into the room.
She nodded, though the weight in her chest told her otherwise. "I'll be fine, James. Don't worry about me."
James hesitated, then pulled her into another hug. "I'm so sorry, Lena. I wish things were different."
Lena hugged him back, grateful for his presence. "Me too, James. Me too."
As they stood there, the weight of what she had just done settled over Lena like a dark cloud. She had sacrificed her dreams, her freedom, and her heart to save her family. And in doing so, she had bound herself to a man who would never love her, who would only ever see her as the enemy.
And as Lena lay in bed that night, staring up at the ceiling, the reality of her situation sank in. She was no longer Lena Prescott and she had no idea how she was going to survive this.
She was soon to be Lena Calloway, the wife of a man who would stop at nothing to make her pay for the sins of the past.
Part 1 Ashley Kelly is stunning, smart in tech, sometimes clumsy, not so confident, and called to start her dream job as the secretary of Carson Gary, CEO of Carson Enterprise. The biggest tech company in New York City. She should be happy, right? Wrong! Because Ashley has six freaking problems. Yes, six! Problem 1: Carson Gary is a jerk. He has no heart, no compassion, and Ashley strongly believe he is the devil in disguise. Problem 2: Fortunately, Carson loves Ashley smartness and decided to recruit her as his personal tech guru. Unfortunately, he is luring her into the Mafia business. Problem 3: Ashley is kleptomaniac, so she couldn't help stealing some money from her Mafia boss. Problem 4: Carson never forgives those who steal from him. Problem 5: Ashley wasn't thinking when she told Carson she is ready to pay him the money with her body. Problem 6: He agreed. As they navigate this new relationship, the two stood strong in the presence of adversaries and betrayals. Until Ashely Kelly was falsely accused and trust was broken. Part 2 Ashley Kelly was once Carson Gary's loyal secretary and lover. After being wrongfully accused of a crime she didn't commit, her life shattered as Carson, blinded by betrayal refused to believe her. Realizing she was pregnant, she ran. Five years later, now a wealthy and reclusive hacker living under a new identity, Ghost, Ashely is a strong presence in the tech world. During a business meeting, with Ghost, Carson discovers it is her and later her son, Colin, who bears a strong resemblance with Carson. As the two navigate the treacherous waters of their past, a rival gang threats forces Ashely to work together with Carson in other to protect their son.
In a world where witches and Lycans fight for dominance, Amara, a weak human with a hidden divine essence, unleashes a prophecy that puts her world in peril. Having lost his first mate, Lucian Blackwood controls with an iron grip. He becomes even more hateful of witches after meeting Amara, a quiet woman with enigmatic abilities. Unknown to them both, Amara is the moon goddess reincarnated, with the power to alter the course of events for all Lycans. Lucian and Amara must face their pasts and work through a perilous prophecy as dark forces, led by the cunning Darius and the evil witch Morgana, draw near. In the meantime, dark magic is used by the cunning witch Morgana to further her goals of controlling the moon goddess. Lucian, Amara, and their allies must face a web of betrayal, sacrifice, and destiny as ancient truths come to light and alliances are put to the test in order to stop the calamity that threatens to envelop their planet in darkness. This is a dangerous war between good and evil, light and darkness.
"Never let anyone treat you like shit!" I learned that the hard way. For three years, I lived with my in-laws. They didn't treat me as their son-in-law but as a slave. I put up with everything because of my wife, Yolanda Lambert. She was the light of my life. Unfortunately, my whole world came crashing down the day I caught my wife cheating on me. I have never been so heartbroken. To have my revenge, I revealed my true identity. I was none other than Liam Hoffman—the heir of a family with trillions of dollars in assets! The Lamberts were utterly shocked after the big reveal. They realized what fools they had been for treating me like trash. My wife even knelt down and begged for my forgiveness. What do you think I did? Did I take her back or made her suffer? Find out!
"Miss Brown, I am the butler here at your service," the butler replied. "My master wants to buy the baby in your belly." "What?!" Does that mean the abortion didn't take place? Did they kidnap her from the operating table just to buy the baby? But why her? "You..." Alice was about to ask a question, but the man in front of her calmly continued, as if he had expected her question, "You're pregnant with his child, and he needs a child. That's all I can tell you." Alice was forced to sign a surrogacy contract and eight months later gave birth to two healthy babies. Fortunately, the man was unaware of her daughter's existence. It wasn't until five years later that fate brought them together 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!"
"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"
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 her wedding night, Natalie's stepmother set her up to marry Jarvis, a disfigured and disabled man. Fortunately, she managed to escape, but little did she know that later she would fall for the man she was betrothed to.Jarvis pretended to be a poor man, but he didn't think that he'd fall head over heels for this woman.Their life went on until one day, Natalie found out her boyfriend's little secret."Huh? How could you have billions of dollars' worth of assets?" she asked in disbelief.Jarvis didn’t know how to respond.Being met with silence, she gritted her teeth angrily. "They said that you couldn't walk, but as far as I can see, you're strong enough to run a marathon."Still, he remained silent.Natalie continued, "They even said that you only have a few years to live. What about now?"Finally, Jarvis opened his mouth to explain. "Honey, this is all just a misunderstanding. Please calm down. Think about the baby.""Jarvis Braxton!"The man knelt down immediately.