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Sophia is shocked when she finds out she's engaged to New York's youngest billionaire, Dante's, to save her father's failing company. It's only two days after catching her boyfriend cheating with her best friend. Dante's is cold, arrogant, and has no interest in love. He just needs a wife to make his parents happy. Sophia decides to use the situation to save her family and make her ex jealous. She suggests a contract marriage, but Dante's is the one setting the rules. Two strangers, one deal, and no promises-what could go wrong?
Butterflies. That fluttering sensation in your stomach. Most people associate it with love, excitement, or the thrill of the unknown. For me, it's more complicated. Sure, I feel them when I'm dancing with my best friend at a club or acing a tough project at work. But today, there are no butterflies.
Today, my stomach feels like lead, sinking deeper with every word my mother says.
"We know this is a lot to process, Sophia , but it's for the best," she says, her perfectly manicured nails tapping nervously on the arm of the leather couch.
My father, usually a silent observer in family drama, looks worse than usual. His gaunt face, framed by graying hair, makes him seem like a ghost of the man I grew up admiring. He's hunched over in his chair, gripping a whiskey glass like it's the only thing tethering him to reality.
"'For the best?'" I echo, my voice sharper than I intend. "You want me to marry some stranger to save your failing business? Are we in the 1800s?"
My mother's lips thin into a line. "Sophia , we're not asking you to fall in love with him tomorrow. Just meet him. His family is willing to invest in your father's company, but this alliance is... conditional."
There it is. The ugly truth. Conditional.
My father finally speaks, his voice raspy and weak. "Princess, the Lorenzos are powerful. Their son, Dante, is a good man. This could secure not just the business, but your future."
I stand abruptly, nearly knocking over the coffee table. "Secure my future? By selling me off like some pawn in a chess game? I have a boyfriend, Dad!"
"Liam ," my mother says, with an exaggerated roll of her eyes. "The same Liam who's been cheating on you? The one you keep taking back like a fool?"
That lands like a slap. My vision blurs with anger, and my cheeks flush hot. "How do you even know about that?"
"Because everyone knows, Sophia !" she snaps, rising to her feet. Her tone is sharper now, her composure cracking. "Do you think Clara hasn't told me about the countless times she's seen him with other women? And yet, you cling to him like he's your savior."
Clara.
The name twists like a knife in my gut. My best friend. The one person I've confided in about everything, including Liam 's betrayals.
"Don't drag Clara into this," I warn, though my voice wavers.
"Oh, sweetheart," my mother says, her voice dripping with mock pity. "You really are naïve, aren't you?" She crosses her arms, her eyes glinting with something I can't quite place. "Do you want to know who Liam was with last weekend? At the hotel? It wasn't just any woman."
I freeze. The room seems to tilt.
"What are you talking about?" I demand.
She hesitates, then delivers the blow. "It was Clara."
The air is sucked out of the room. My knees threaten to give way, but I steady myself by gripping the back of the sofa. Clara? My *best friend*?
"No," I whisper, shaking my head. "You're lying."
"Am I?" She pulls out her phone and taps the screen a few times before handing it to me. There, staring back at me, is a blurry but unmistakable photo of Liam and Clara, locked in a passionate embrace outside a hotel.
It feels like the ground beneath me has shattered.
My mother takes the phone back and places a hand on my shoulder. "You're worth more than this, Val. Dante is a billionaire. A good man. He'll treat you like a queen, not some option he can discard when something shinier comes along."
I can't hear her anymore. My mind is racing. Liam and Clara? How long has this been going on? Was every kind word, every laugh we shared, a lie?
"I need air," I mutter, heading for the door.
"Sophia , this isn't going away," my mother calls after me. "You're meeting Dante tomorrow. Like it or not, this is happening!"
I don't respond. I slam the door behind me and walk down the dimly lit street, the cold November air biting at my skin.
Liam . Clara. And now Dante, this mystery billionaire I'm apparently destined to marry. My life feels like it's spiraling out of control, and I have no idea how to stop it.
One thing is clear, though. Tomorrow, I'll be meeting Dante . Not because I want to, but because I need to know what kind of man would agree to something this absurd.
But deep down, a tiny voice whispers that meeting him might not be the worst thing in the world.
And that terrifies me most of all.
He's rich, powerful, and completely off-limits. So why am I in his bed? Matthew was never supposed to be more than my best friend. He's the man who knows all my secrets, the one who's been there through heartbreaks and late-night breakdowns. He's charming, arrogant, devastatingly handsome... and completely forbidden. I was supposed to be the one woman immune to his irresistible charm. Until one night, one reckless mistake, and one kiss that changes everything. Now, every look lingers too long. Every touch ignites something dangerous. And Matthew? He's not backing down. He wants me, and billionaires don't take no for an answer. But if I give in... I risk everything. Because falling for my best friend? That was never part of the plan. A forbidden billionaire romance filled with passion, heartbreak, and the kind of love that defies all the rules.
Roselyn world shatters when she finds out she's pregnant with James child. Just as she plans to tell him, she overhears a conversation that changes everything. James is ready to end their marriage, all because of his ex-lover, Mary, who's come back into the picture. But when James discovers Mary has betrayed him with his best friend, his world crumbles in a way he never expected. Five years later, their paths cross again at a party, and James is stunned by the woman in front of him. Roselyn is back, with their child, and now a successful, stunning CEO of Eagle Homes and Interiors. Even though Roselyn pretends not to know him, James is determined to do whatever it takes to win her back. But is it too late for them to have a second chance?
Rayleen Banks, a 24-year-old editor at an oil company in New York City, constantly faces criticism from her demanding boss, Ms. Newmort. Her only source of comfort is her supportive best friend, Amy, who helps her move on from a troubled past. When Rayleen becomes the personal assistant to Elliot Carter, a successful yet mysterious businessman, her life takes a new turn. Elliot, who leads a dominant lifestyle at night, introduces Rayleen, still a virgin, to a world of submission. She begins exploring her sexual side, becoming his part-time submissive. After a disturbing encounter with another dominant, Rayleen opens up about the dark secrets she's been carrying for most of her life. As she navigates the complex emotions of love within the BDSM world, Rayleen finds herself close to breaking, but Elliot is there by her side throughout the journey. Her life spirals as it becomes filled with tragedy-rape, murder, arson, breakups, and more-leaving Rayleen struggling to love both herself and Elliot. She begins to question the true identities of those closest to her, including Elliot and Amy. In just a few months, long-hidden truths are revealed, and Rayleen must face the ultimate challenge of forgiveness and letting go, as she discovers what true possession really means.
No one deserves to be caught in a tangled love triangle with their arranged spouse and his girlfriend, especially not Kyra Casella, a young woman who has endured years of abuse and depression and craves only love and affection. However, she finds herself in a marriage contract with her intensely attractive husband, Jayden Montero, who is determined to prevent any spark between them. He is focused on keeping their relationship cold to salvage his failing relationship with his girlfriend. But Jayden is facing an unexpected challenge-Kyra's irresistible charm. Her smiles, laughter, tears, and even the lightest touch pull him closer, making him question his resolve. Their connection is unfamiliar to both of them, yet it's intensely desirable and tempting to explore. The million-dollar question is: Will their repressed feelings and undeniable attraction be powerful enough to overcome the challenges standing in their way, or will it end as another heartbreaking love story? Discover this captivating tale filled with romance, drama, and the exploration of uncharted emotions.
It is a one night stand for a 24 years old college girl, Annabelle. With no strings attached. When she sees her baby father on the cover page of a magazine tagged as a billionaire and a Casanova, her mother is set on using him to change their poor status. Aidan is a 26 years old billionaire with a high sexual urge, ever since the night with Anna. He is less interested in keeping a woman and having a baby is totally out of it. When confronted with the news of Anna's pregnancy, he denies it until her mother threatens to tarnish his image. Will Aidan agree to the marriage? Will Anna keep the pregnancy even after the rejection? Will she be able to take his insults and the fact that he finds her unwanted?
"Nevaeh," Aiden softly murmured, "can I lay my head on your shoulder?" I gave a small nod, allowing him to rest his head. He closed his eyes. "Thank you," he exhaled with a sense of peace. "It feels like heaven." "Heaven?" "Your name spelled backward, isn't it?" From the moment I first laid eyes on Aiden Klein, one thought immediately struck me-how flawless he seemed. Aiden, a hardworking man deeply devoted to his family, has captured the attention of many women. Despite his wealth and status as a powerful figure in the business world, what truly stands out is his kind heart. People often wonder, "What would it be like to be loved by him?" But, unfortunately, the answer remains unknown. His heart is cold. He sees no woman. He avoids their touch. Aiden Klein, it appears, cannot love. But I know the truth. Aiden Klein is capable of a love so intense, it could shatter you. I've glimpsed it once, purely by accident. He's the hero who's been broken. And I am the villain of this tale.
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."
"I stood at the edge of my heart and watched him choose her. In the end, I was not the one he needed. I was simply the one he settled for." - Noelle ~~~~~~~ I thought I was the one he loved. But a few days before our wedding, I saw him in a way I never had before. His eyes softened as he spoke to her. His first love, and the very woman who had left him in pieces. Heartbreak was something I knew too well. And as I watched the love he still held for her in his eyes, I realized what I had to do. I couldn't marry a man who wasn't truly mine. With no means to cancel the wedding and lacking the courage to confront him, I made a desperate choice to leave. I painfully gave his first love my treasured engagement ring thinking it was for the best and the only way to free myself. But when he saw that ring on her finger, the fragile world I had tried to escape began to shatter. His obsession to find me and bring me back ignited a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"
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.
Darya spent three years loving Micah, worshipping the ground he walked on. Until his neglect and his family's abuse finally woke her up to the ugly truth-he doesn't love her. Never did, never will. To her, he is a hero, her knight in shining armour. To him, she is an opportunist, a gold digger who schemed her way into his life. Darya accepts the harsh reality, gathers the shattered pieces of her dignity, divorces him, takes back her real name, reclaims her title as the country's youngest billionaire heiress. Their paths cross again at a party. Micah watches his ex-wife sing like an angel, tear up the dance floor, then thwart a lecher with a roundhouse kick. He realises, belatedly, that she's exactly the kind of woman he'd want to marry, if only he had taken the trouble to get to know her. Micah acts promptly to win her back, but discovers she's now surrounded by eligible bachelors: high-powered CEO, genius biochemist, award-winning singer, reformed playboy. Worse, she makes it pretty clear that she's done with him. Micah gears up for an uphill battle. He must prove to her he's still worthy of her love before she falls for someone else. And time is running out.
Rachel used to think that her devotion would win Brian over one day, but she was proven wrong when his true love returned. Rachel had endured it all—from standing alone at the altar to dragging herself to the hospital for an emergency treatment. Everyone thought she was crazy to give up so much of herself for someone who didn’t return her feelings. But when Brian received news of Rachel’s terminal illness and realized she didn’t have long to live, he completely broke down. "I forbid you to die!" Rachel just smiled. She no longer needed him. "I will finally be free."