Abandoned at the age of 19 by her parents, Ivy finds herself trapped in the constant cat and rat hot chase of some debt collectors her parents owed. Luck seemed to smile on her one day after she crashed in front of a luxurious car and got mistaken as a missing heiress who was long confirmed dead by her family. Everything she dreamed of were finally coming to her. But what happens after she finds out that her doppelganger was already married to Scott Reynold? The heartless and cold billionaire the city has ever known. How long will her lie last before she is exposed?
~Ivy~
"Catch that bitch!"
I could feel my legs giving up as I raced down the street. Right behind me were four burly men chasing after me like always.
I'm kinda used to it now. It all started after my parents disappeared mysteriously when they couldn't afford to pay the debts they owed over the last couple of months.
With them gone, their numerous debtors were always on my tail demanding their money.
I had the most irresponsible and weirdest parents in the whole world who gambled their lives away.
Thanks to them, I already had quite the reputation in Florida. I'm always on the run. Always fighting men twice bigger and taller than me.
My life revolves around money .I love luxury but sadly, I'm not sure I can acquire all that if these men kept on popping out of nowhere.
My pants became Intense as I ran down the busy streets, I took a glance back and I couldn't spot any of the men chasing after me in sight.
It seemed they finally gave up.
I slowed my pace until I came to a stand still with my eyes darting around just in case they were still lurking around.
Phew! they were gone. Sighing in relief. I hailed down a cab to return back to my best friend's apartment since those goons managed to damage mine few days ago.
Oh! by the way...
I'm Ivy. Ivy Smith, your regular girl with big dreams of living in a fancy mansion and enjoying the luxurious life. Am I pretty? of course yes!
Black shoulder length hair. Hazel eyes. Average height and a nice curvy figure. Okay maybe my figures are just normal.
The cab pulled over in front of an old looking four storey building. That's where the minors like us could afford in the city.
The wealthy people had dominated every nice place in the city leaving us with nothing but these good for nothing houses.
Not like I own one. DUH!
I settled my fare and made my way to the building where Jenna my bestie secured an apartment. Jenna and I have been best of friends since were kids and we've always stood by each other through thick and thin.
The door to Jenna's apartment flew open before I could even ring the doorbell, perhaps she saw me through her window earlier. I was suddenly engulfed into a tight embrace which left me gasping for air.
"I've told you to always take me with you wherever you are going! I thought they finally got your ass this time"
I rolled my eyes and carefully detached from her almost choking embrace.
"I just ran one mile to and fro at least offer me a bottle of water or some energy drink" I whined as I walked past her.
It was certain that I was going to spend the night or probably weeks or months to come at her place.
"Oh shut up!" She yelled closing the door behind her.
***
It's been two whole days and I haven't heard a pound or a bang on the door. This might sound crazy but I've already gotten used to the debtors always banging on my door.
I looked up from the magazine I was reading when a piping hot tea slid across the table to me. I flashed Jenna a warm smile. She was so considerate always thinking of ways to make me more relaxed.
"Don't you think something is wrong?" I asked which made Jenna crease her brows.
Her black orbs scanned the room while her hand went under her jaw stroking it tenderly. Her eyes suddenly rounded in shock.
"What happened?! did you pay them all off?"
I snorted picking up my cup of tea. There was no way I could settle any of the debts because I don't have any job. I was fired from the few I managed to secure in the last months all because those goons raided my work place.
I'm not sure why they were always after me when infact I had nothing to do with the money my irresponsible parents borrowed from them.
"How is that even possible? we can barely feed and you think I'd be dumb enough to hand money over to those thugs? did I ever tell you that I was tired of running?"
Jenna pulled one of the wooden chairs out to sit before me on the dining table for four.
She leaned in closer to me and I could swear she was about to talk about a totally different thing from what we were discussing.
"Sam would be coming over later at lunch. I'll make sure I get some good cash out of him. The fridge is almost empty"
I flashed her a smile. My friend had a little luck in love, guys always seemed to swarm around her like headless buzzing bees. She was a known Playgirl while I on the other hand could just be mistaken as a spoon or worse, a lamppost.
"Oh really?"
The harsh pounds on the door made my heart skip a beat, I closed my eyes in frustration, just when I thought I was going to have two straight days off from their attacks.
Jenna's eyes widened, she stood up to her feet taking me up along with her.
"Ivy..you have to get out of here. Go through the window"
As soon as I heard her words I snapped my head back to her to be sure she realize what she just said.
"Do you have any idea that this is the fourth floor?" I inquired with almost popping eyeballs. I could break a bone or worse die.
She gave me a stern look and I couldn't help but sigh, she pulled me into her arms and stroked my hair tenderly.
"If you die, I'm gonna kill you"
I laughed and pulled away. "I'll be back in a hour make lunch really quick okay?"
She gave me a nod and I bolt off to the window, I took a peek down and inhaled a sharp breath. It's a good thing that I'm not scared of height.
I heard the door open with a large bang behind me. Turning around, I saw two of the men rushing forward to me while Jenna tried to fight off one of them trying to barge in.
"Ivy! Run!" Jenna's voice took me out of my reverie.
Oops!
I climbed out of the window skillfully and jumped from balcony to balcony which wasn't easy. I've watched things like this quite a number of times on TV which looked a lot easier but in reality, it wasn't. I managed to reach the ground floor after some minutes. But who knew that some of them were parading outside ?
As soon as one of them sighted me, he alerted the rest.
"There she is! Get her!!"
I ran as fast as my legs could carry me but they were closer than I had expected. If I slowed down by one second, they'll get me and do what God knows to me.
I knew I couldn't go very far with about eight of them chasing after me while I bumped into people on the busy streets. God knows what they might have done to Jenna. Jenna wasn't a weak girl but those were thugs and thugs were known to be dangerous!
My pants became fierce, beads of sweat rolled down my face like I had just taken a dip in a pool, I couldn't run any longer. They were gonna catch me.
But suddenly, I made the dumbest and riskiest decision ever, I changed my line of direction to the busy road, maybe i could catch a taxi. I jumped right in front of a moving car. Whoever the driver was deserved a tight hug from me because he stepped on the brakes just on time before the car could hit me..
My palms slammed against the sleek black car's bonnet, I quickly ran over to the side of the backseat and pulled the car's door. Luckily it was open which made me hop in immediatel.
I didn't care to know whose car it was or who was in the car with me but I felt three eyes piercing on me.
By now the thugs were already by the side of the car trying to pull me out.
"Come out you little bitch!" One of them growled in fury grabbing my arm. I winced a little from the strong grip he applied on my arm.
"What are you waiting for?! move!" I barked at the driver who immediately started the car and drove off at full speed.
Taking a look back, I could see the look of disappointment cross their face. Today was really close, this was the closest they've gotten to me so far and I could imagine how annoyed they were at the moment by their failed attempt to get to me.
I rested my head on the headrest catching my breath completely forgetting about what I just did.
And when I couldn't take the stare by the side of my head any longer, I was finally able to take a look at the person seated next to me.
All I could see was shock and disbelief written on his handsome face and before I could say a word, he beat me to it.
"Diana?" He mumbled in uncertainty while his eyes roamed over my face like he had seen a ghost. A very pretty ghost.
Now what?
Okay things just got a little weirder than I expected. jeez!
Avery Brown had always wanted the perfect life between her and Scott Brandon, her husband. This perfect life she wanted was moving smoothly and soon she was expecting a baby. But things changed drastically when she returned from the hospital expecting to share the news with her husband but was greeted with the sight of another woman deeply embracing her husband before her. As if that was not enough, Scott handed her divorce papers and casted her out of his life like she didn't matter to him. Five years later.. Avery came back to the city with her daughter in all her glory. But who knew her Ex-husband was so desperate to have her back? Will she give in?
Ashley Brown is a 29 year old fierce and arrogant CEO the city had ever known. Due to a fire incident that claimed her family and fiance's lives, She shut down her heart to any kind of emotion. But all that changed when a 22 year old runaway groom, Ethan Reynold, crossed her path and instantly fell head over heels in love with her. Their whirlwind romance challenges societal norms and forces them to confront their own fears and doubts. Ashley being the heartless woman did everything in her power to stop his relentless pursuit to win her hardened heart.. But how far will she go before she opens up to him? "Don't waste your time, nothing can ever happen between us! it's very clear!" Ashley uttered in a sharp tone. "You're mine Ashley!" Ethan growled deeply before sealing his lips on hers.
Olivia Parker, after she was forced on by an unknown man at the hospital where her sick father was just proclaimed dead, finds herself pregnant a month later. Left with no other choice than to keep the pregnancy, she drops out of school at the age of 18. Six years later.. Olivia's son grew up to be the exact replica of her new boss.. Damien Sterling! "Who is his father?!" His voice echoed multiple times into her ears. "I don't have one, talk to my mummy with respect!"
After a brief appearance at a birthday celebration, Ayra Carter's life took a drastic turn when the famous billionaire's heir chooses her to be his new mum.. "I like you a lot so you have to come home with me and be my new mummy" Arya's heart warmed as she stared at the cute little boy in front of her.. "Cutie.. Why don't you pick again?... I'm about to get married" "My son chose you and that's final! become his mum!" A loud authoritave voice broke into the room.. Now what??? ... Not him! Mr Kyle Anderson! The man who doesn't take no for an answer..
After getting drugged by her best friend at a party Amelia's ends up having a one night stand with a stranger. That stranger turned out to be Liam Grayson the ruthless, arrogant and most successful CEO in their country. "It was just a stand think of it as a gift from me to you" Liam pointed out and in the next instance Amelia grabbed his index finger that was pointing at her. "It might be a stand to you, but not all girls are dying to be on your bed especially not me" Amelia replied through gritted teeth. Liam caught hold of her neck "I can be scary, don't try to act special, I will compensate you for your loss" he muttered as he stared at the red stain on the bed sheet. Amelia met his eyes "well I'm not scared of you" she pulled his hand away from her neck and went out of the room. Liam watched her back leaving before muttering some words " no one messes with Liam Grayson and goes Scot free".
"Then let's get a divorce!" With courage, Leora left her husband's house, after being accused of poisoning his mistress. Her in-laws and sister-in-law had planned various ways to kick her out of Peter's house and in the end Leora gave in. However, no one expected that things would turn 180 degrees after the divorce. When everyone who had hurt her was happy with each other's lies, Leora returned. This time, she was no longer the poor orphan girl from the orphanage. She has changed and not only that, she also carries a big secret that will make everyone turn to worship her feet.
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.
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."
In order to fulfill her grandfather's last wish, Stella entered into a hasty marriage with an ordinary man she had never met before. However, even after becoming husband and wife on paper, they each led separate lives, barely crossing paths. A year later, Stella returned to Seamarsh City, hoping to finally meet her mysterious husband. To her astonishment, he sent her a text message, unexpectedly pleading for a divorce without ever having met her in person. Gritting her teeth, Stella replied, "So be it. Let’s get a divorce!" Following that, Stella made a bold move and joined the Prosperity Group, where she became a public relations officer that worked directly for the company’s CEO, Matthew. The handsome and enigmatic CEO was already bound in matrimony, and was known to be unwaveringly devoted to his wife in private. Unbeknownst to Stella, her mysterious husband was actually her boss, in his alternate identity! Determined to focus on her career, Stella deliberately kept her distance from the CEO, although she couldn't help but notice his deliberate attempts to get close to her. As time went on, her elusive husband had a change of heart. He suddenly refused to proceed with the divorce. When would his alternate identity be uncovered? Amidst a tumultuous blend of deception and profound love, what destiny awaited them?
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!"
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"