Once, there was a kind-hearted young girl who saved the life of a little beggar boy. Amid hunger, bitter cold, and the overwhelming sense of despair, the girl drove away a pack of stray dogs that threatened the boy and gave him a box of chocolates she loved dearly. This simple act planted a seed that would blossom sixteen years later. The boy, now grown, returned to find the girl who had once saved him, silently protecting her in the guise of a naive, seemingly useless husband.
"Thud!"
"Thud!"
Dozens of Benz cars sped in from one direction.
They blocked the exit of Saudade International Airport.
Hundreds of tall, muscular men in black suits stepped out, spreading into two rows.
They parted the bustling crowd, creating a clear path.
Each of them wore a serious expression as if preparing to face an enemy.
A Rolls Royce slowly came to a stop.
A red carpet was laid from the car door to the airport entrance.
Right after, a middle-aged man, dressed like a butler, strode quickly along the red carpet.
Daniel Kensington, dressed casually, stepped slowly out of the airport doors.
The butler and all the men in black bowed at a 90-degree angle and shouted in unison.
"Welcome home, Second Young Master!"
Daniel smirked coldly, scratching his nose.
He turned and walked to the side.
The butler in the middle immediately followed.
"Second Young Master, the master invites you home!"
Daniel sneered, "Does he think I still consider that dog kennel of his worth anything?"
Calling the seaside estate of the capital's most prestigious family a "dog kennel"?
If any of the elite in the capital heard that, they'd be furious enough to spit in his face, enough to drown Daniel.
But the butler didn't dare contradict Daniel's words.
Because Daniel, a hero at Cocooning, had led thousands upon thousands of soldiers.
He radiated an intimidating aura.
He was immensely wealthy.
But he also had another identity.
He was the sole heir of the Kensington family-the most powerful family in the capital.
"Second Young Master, please come with me. The master personally cooked all your favorite childhood dishes."
The butler pleaded sorrowfully.
But he didn't dare get too close.
At that moment, an extraordinary aura radiated from Daniel.
Anyone within a five-meter radius had to hold their breath.
Those within three meters didn't even dare to stand up straight.
"Sixteen years ago, my mother was wrongfully accused and died, and he didn't say a word!"
"Sixteen years ago, I was kicked out of the house, and he didn't bother to show up!"
"And now you dare to show your faces to me?"
Daniel's gaze was filled with unprecedented fury and coldness.
"I'm being merciful by not killing him!"
Daniel walked out of the main hall.
The butler stubbornly followed, reaching out to stop him.
What!?
Daniel shot him a cold glare.
Just that look made the butler tremble with fear.
Sweat poured down his face, his whole body chilled.
Then, his legs gave out, and he collapsed to the ground.
"Go back and tell him not to bother me again, or I'll kill anyone he sends!"
His gaze was so sharp it seemed to pierce the butler's heart.
The suffocating intimidation left the butler gasping for breath.
Thankfully, a car arrived to pick up Daniel. The moment he got in, that invisible aura of menace vanished.
The butler sat on the ground, gasping for air, still shaken.
Inside the car.
Daniel pulled out a small metal box that had been with him for 16 years.
He took out a chocolate bar from the box and let it melt slowly in his mouth.
He loved trying different kinds of chocolate but had never replaced that box.
The soft sweetness of the chocolate suddenly brought him back to memories of 16 years ago.
Sixteen years ago, Daniel was cast out, wandering the streets of Saudade with his mother's ashes.
Cold, hungry, and chased by a stray dog.
In his most desperate, helpless moment.
A little girl with a ponytail and a flowered dress appeared before him.
She waved a stick in her hand, clearly afraid but still brave enough to drive the stray dog away.
Her bright, sunny smile warmed Daniel's heart.
She gave him her most cherished box of chocolates.
That girl gave Daniel the courage and strength to live on.
Later, Daniel became the disciple of a mysterious master and left Saudade.
Cocooning was vast and rich.
But it was chaotic, always on the brink of war.
In five years, he defeated countless enemies in Cocooning and became a hero there.
He was only 15 at the time.
By 18, he had eliminated every obstacle.
He became the top leader of Cocooning.
After 16 years of experience, he had become a unique figure.
If he stomped his foot, the entire world would shake!
But now he chose to return.
He had come back.
Because back then, he had made a promise to the girl.
If he survived, if he remained unmarried,
He would return to marry her.
In an old house in Saudade's historic district.
Sue Channing sat quietly on the sofa.
Her hair was soft.
But her body was stiff, her heart frozen like ice.
Her long, dark hair fell like a waterfall, covering half of her delicate face.
Her eyes were filled with sorrow, tears brimming at the corners.
"Sue, I know you're struggling," her father, Tony Channing, said softly.
"But your brother is in Black Panther's hands. If we don't comply, he may not come back."
Tony Channing held a ransom letter from Black Panther, an underground leader.
Sue's brother, Lucas Channing, had been kidnapped by Black Panther due to gambling debts.
The ransom was two million USD.
Tony, unloved by his parents and overshadowed by his older brother Thomas Channing, lived a life of hardship.
After an accident three years ago that left him with half a leg, he had relied on family heirlooms to support his family, always humble and obedient.
The Channing family, a modest third-tier family in Saudade, controlled a 10-billion-dollar corporation.
Thomas was the company's chairman, and Tony could only ask him for help.
Thomas didn't refuse but offered help on one condition: that Sue, at 25 and still single, let him find her a suitable husband.
"No, there has to be another way," said Sue's mother, Mrs. Lauren Channing, angrily.
Tony mumbled, "Maybe... maybe Thomas genuinely wants a good match for Sue?"
"I spit on that!" Mrs. Lauren Channing spat in front of Tony.
"When has he ever had our family's best interests at heart?"
"I'm even starting to think he set Black Panther up to kidnap our son!"
Tony quickly waved his hands.
"Don't say that. He's been busy handling everything since it happened."
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Otis and Mei had known each other since college but broke up before graduating. Both of them ran off to places thousands of miles apart, thinking they would never cross paths again. Yet, fate had other plans, and they ended up becoming roommates. The moment Otis pushed the door open and saw Mei sitting on the sofa, he froze. "You look like my ex-girlfriend." Mei immediately jumped up, stomping her foot in frustration. "I am your ex-girlfriend!!!"
1. Ophelia always believed she would be with Finnian. At the age of eight, they became step-siblings and faced the hardest times of their lives together. Finnian once promised, "Ophelia, wait for me to succeed, and I will marry you." But on her birthday, he publicly announced his relationship with the famous actress, Eamon. 2. The man she had waited for all these years found someone new, while her family's business teetered on the edge of bankruptcy. Ophelia stood amidst the storm-not only were there those waiting to see her fail, but others with malicious intentions biding their time to strike. But what everyone expected didn't happen. Instead of succumbing to despair, Ophelia stunned everyone by organizing a grand wedding that shook Selista. The Radcliffe family, the most prestigious family in Dolasiats, hosted an extravagant wedding in Selista for their beloved daughter-in-law and sole heir, Logan. In an instant, Selista became the gathering spot for more than half of Dolasiats' elites. No one could figure out which lady from Selista had such incredible fortune. When Ophelia appeared in a pristine, dazzling white wedding gown that captivated every gaze, the entire audience was stunned. Finnian, attending the wedding, dropped the wine glass he was holding. It shattered to pieces on the ground. 3. Ophelia knew full well that this marriage was not stable; it was merely a transaction of benefits and could end with each going their separate ways. But Logan had given her so much. After registering their marriage, she gradually made concessions, fulfilling his every demand. From moving in under the same roof, to sharing the same bedroom, and then... Each night, he was possessive, indulgent. She could no longer endure it. Her eyes turned red, and she trembled as she protested, "Can you restrain yourself a little?" The man leaned down, kissed her damp hair, and in a husky voice coaxed her gently at her ear, "Be good and call me husband*."
At her own engagement party, she was betrayed by her best friend, making her a laughingstock in front of everyone. With no other choice, and being a person with pride, she couldn't just walk away humiliated. So, she impulsively grabbed someone to salvage the situation. Unexpectedly, the man she happened to pull was none other than the cold and fearsome CEO of RS, someone everyone dreads to cross paths with. But she wasn't the innocent, defenseless white lotus people saw on the surface. Just wait and see-who would prove to be stronger!
Calista Whitaker and Dorian Blackwood were childhood sweethearts, engaged for a long time. But just when the crucial moment approached, an unexpected twist occurred- On the day of the engagement, Dorian's affair was unexpectedly exposed. While the marriage alliance between the two families hung in the balance, a weary yet striking man appeared, his gaze both proud and leisurely, skimming over their clasped hands. Alpha Zephyr introduced him flamboyantly as another son of his. Despite his youth, he had already taken control early on and now held the lifeblood of the Blue Moon pack in his hands. As Dorian scrambled for an opportunity to explain, news of the broken engagement spread across the city, yet no one knew that Eamon Blackwood had secretly arranged a meeting with Calista. The man casually tossed her a tempting proposition: "Miss Whitaker, would you mind if the groom were to change?" -Would you like to turn this half-baked victory into a guaranteed triumph and become my accomplice?
Michael William was praised by everyone as the most powerful Lycan King. However, with his extraordinary appearance and talents, he could not avoid the sympathy and suspicion from others. He was not only adept at ruling but also possessed a cold, ruthless, and cruel nature when necessary. Due to a misunderstanding, he once decided to kidnap Zoey Anderson, a weak and delicate maiden in the palace. Although she always tried to escape from his grasp and endured torture, her life became more tragic than ever under such a cruel ruler. But despite the suffering and abuse, there was something strange-why did her presence touch the heart of anyone, even just a little, causing them pain? While the falling petals had meaning, the compassionate heart of a powerful king was shattered by her. So, could his heart ever be mended after all of this?
"Love is blind!" Lucinda abandoned her beautiful and comfortable life because of a man. She married him and slaved off for him for three long years. One day, the scales finally fell off her eyes. She realized that all her efforts were in vain. Her husband, Nathaniel still treated her like shit. All he cared about was his lover. "Enough is enough! I quit wasting my years with an ungrateful man!" Lucinda's heart was shattered into many pieces, but she summoned up the courage to ask for a divorce. The news caused a stir online! A filthy rich young woman recently got divorced? She was a good catch! Countless CEOs and handsome young men immediately swarmed to her like bees to honey! Nathaniel couldn't take it anymore. He held a press conference and begged with teary eyes, "I love you, Lucinda. I can't live without you. Please come back to me." Would Lucinda give him a second chance? Read to find out!
"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?"
Three years ago, Cecilia was left battered and alone by the man she loved most, Alston, yet she bravely completed the wedding ceremony while pregnant. Three years later, although they were married, they grew apart over time. Cecilia focused on her career, no longer foolishly believing in love. But her transformation instantly threw Alston into a panic... And what is the secret from 11 years ago that Cecilia has always been reluctant to reveal? *** "She went to a law firm, met with a lawyer..." A lawyer? Is Cecilia suing someone? Who? Is there any recent litigation against the company? Alston suddenly chuckled coldly, "Who could she sue? I'm the CEO of this company. How come such a matter doesn't come to me first?" The assistant swallowed nervously, speaking softly, "Sir, there's no litigation against the company. She met with... a divorce lawyer."
After three secretive years of marriage, Eliana never met her enigmatic husband until she was served with divorce papers and learned of his extravagant pursuit of another. She snapped back to reality and secured a divorce. Thereafter, Eliana unveiled her various personas: an esteemed doctor, legendary secret agent, master hacker, celebrated designer, adept race car driver, and distinguished scientist. As her diverse talents became known, her ex-husband was consumed by remorse. Desperately, he pleaded, "Eliana, give me another chance! All my properties, even my life, are yours."
For as long as Emily can remember, she has wanted to overcome her shyness and explore her sexuality. Still, everything changes when she receives an invitation to visit one of the town's most prestigious BDSM clubs, DESIRE'S DEN. On the day she chose to peruse the club, she noticed three men, all dressed in suits, standing on the upper level, near the railing. Despite her limited vision, she persisted in fixating on them. Their towering statues belied the toned bodies concealed by their sharply tailored suits-or so she could tell. The hair of two of them was short and dark, and the third had light brown-possibly blond-hair that reached the shoulders. The dark, crimson background incised their figures, exuding an air of mystery and strength. They stood in stark contrast to the unfiltered, primal energy that pulsed through the club. Shocked by the desires these men aroused in her, she was disappointed to learn that they were masters seeking a slave to divide and conquer. She couldn't afford the fee, and she also realized that they were outside her league. Emily hurriedly left the club, feeling disappointed and depressed, unaware that she had also caught the group's attention. A world of wicked pleasure, three handsome men. Over the years, they have lived a life of decadence, their lavish lair serving as a stage for their most sinister desires. But despite the unending parade of willing subjects, one woman sticks out. A mysterious stranger with white porcelain skin and a killer body, a slave, a name with no address, the first lady to attract their eye and they will go to any length to obtain her no matter the consequences.
Janet was adopted when she was a kid -- a dream come true for orphans. However, her life was anything but happy. Her adoptive mother taunted and bullied her all her life. Janet got the love and affection of a parent from the old maid who raised her. Unfortunately, the old woman fell ill, and Janet had to marry a worthless man in place of her parents' biological daughter to meet the maid's medical expenses. Could this be a Cinderella's tale? But the man was far from a prince, except for his handsome appearance. Ethan was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family who lived a reckless life and barely made ends meet. He got married to fulfill his mother's last wish. However, on his wedding night, he had an inkling that his wife was different from what he had heard about her. Fate had united the two people with deep secrets. Was Ethan truly the man we thought he was? Surprisingly, he bore an uncanny resemblance to the impenetrable wealthiest man in the city. Would he find out that Janet married him in place of her sister? Would their marriage be a romantic tale or an utter disaster? Read on to unravel Janet and Ethan's journey.