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A scientific revolution born from one man's loss. After the death of his wife, Sarah, due to a rare genetic disorder, tech billionaire Alexander Pierce launches the most ambitious medical research project in human history. With unlimited funding and a singular purpose, he recruits Dr. Elena Rodriguez-a brilliant geneticist haunted by her own mother's early death-to lead the Pierce Institute for Longevity Research. Their mission is to defeat aging altogether. As Elena and her crew get closer to a breakthrough, cellular regeneration may just change everything. The line between scientific discovery and ethical boundaries grows thin. Alexander's grief-driven obsession compels him to take dangerous risks, and everything they have worked towards is threatened. With the potential to rewrite the fundamental rules of human mortality, they must face the most profound questions of science, love, and what it truly means to be alive. How far would you go to save those you love? And at what cost? Read to find out what happens!
Linh Chen hugged her newborn daughter and uttered a promise among the little rice fields of rural Vietnam, surrounded by mist-covered mountains and emerald paddies. Around them, in 1960, the globe was marked by optimism and hardship.
Sarah Chen did not come from a wealthy family. Minh Chen, her father, was a tenant farmer whose rough hands told stories of arduous work and unending financial instability. Before being married, Linh, her mother, taught in a school; her aspirations to pursue higher education were given up in order to ensure the survival of the family. However, they saw a glimmer of hope in Sarah-a child who would rise beyond the constraints of their situation.
From the earliest moments of her childhood, Sarah was different. While other children played in the village streets, she would sit for hours observing the intricate botanical world around her. The way leaves unfurled, how plants responded to sunlight, the delicate ecosystem of a single square meter of earth-these were her playground, her first classroom. Her small corner of their home became a laboratory, filled with pressed flowers and notebooks meticulously detailing her discoveries. By the age of ten, she was already reading advanced botanical texts, her curiosity far outstripping the knowledge of her local teachers.
Despite her remarkable attractiveness, her mind was far more brilliant. Her dark, glowing eyes captivated and occasionally unsettled those around her, reflecting ecosystems of intelligence and thinking. And she rejected down suitors with the elegance of someone who knew her destiny was not theirs to sway, whether they were the son of a wealthy businessman or a convincing military recruiter. She would say, "My ambitions cannot be wrapped in silk," in a composed yet determined tone. "A weapon is not research. It serves as a bridge to comprehension.
Her parents recognized her extraordinary potential very early. Despite their limited resources, they did make extraordinary sacrifices: While Minh would work extra hours in the neighboring farms, Linh would tutor local children in the evening, channeling every extra Dong into Sarah's education, believing that education was the most potent form of inheritance they can give to her.
The local educators were both awed and a little scared. This girl was asking her enquiries in a way that went against the grain. Sarah raised questions about how various cellular metabolisms changed under various environmental conditions when her elementary school science instructor discussed fundamental photosynthesis. The enquiries were more appropriate for a graduate seminar than a rural classroom.
Although she was unquestionably stunning with dark, glowing eyes that seemed to contain entire ecosystems, her beauty was not limited to her physical appearance. It was a work of intellectual beauty. She stood out for her graceful movements, which alluded to an inner balance and a strong bond with nature.
There were plenty of distraction chances. A local businessman's son courted her with lavish presents and assurances of comfort. She was persuaded by a charming military recruiter that government research programs would be the greatest place for her scientific skills. Attracted by her intelligence, attractive college students would approach her in her village and attempt to strike up a discussion.
Sarah, however, refused to move. She couldn't afford to engage in romance, transitory joys, or social diversions. Her vision extended into a realm of agrarian reform, far beyond the present.
"I am not here to be admired," she would say to her mother, "but to solve problems that have faced humanity for centuries."
Her big break came when she competed in a highly competitive national scholarship program. Among thousands of applicants, the well-documented research that Sarah had done on drought-resistant rice strains stood out for international agricultural researchers. The scholarship would take her to Stanford-a journey which was unimaginable from her small Vietnamese village.
All the effort and sacrifice bore fruit one day when her research on drought-resistant strains of rice earned her a national scholarship. The letter of acceptance from Stanford summed up all those years of sacrifice and discipline. It was a victory not just for Sarah but also for her parents, who had made many sacrifices to make it possible. "You will feed the world, my daughter," her mother whispered, with tears of pride streaming down her eyes.
Elliot Grayson's life is built on precision. Every decision. Every move. They are carefully calculated for success. He has everything. Come to talk of power, wealth, and control. However, one weekend in the countryside changes everything when he meets Lily Harper, an artist with a wild heart and a past she refuses to talk about. Lily Harper. Mysterious. Magnetic. Utterly chaotic. From the moment she meet Elliot, she turns his perfectly ordered world upside down. Her laughter draws him in, but there's a sadness behind her smile that won't let him go. Who is Lily Harper, and what is she so desperately trying to escape? As their connection deepens, Elliot uncovers pieces of Lily's secret - a dangerous past that's still chasing her. The more he learns, the more he realizes she's not just hiding; she's fighting to survive. But when Elliot discovers his own company might be tied to the very danger she's running from, everything changes. Now, Elliot must make a choice: protect the woman who had shaken his entire world or walk away to keep his life intact. Can their love survive the secrets between them? Or will the heart-wrenching truth destroy them both?
When investigative journalist Amelia Grace interviews billionaire Nathaniel Blackwood, she uncovers a generations-long conspiracy that threatens to destroy not just one family, but the entire global financial system. With betrayal, love, and revenge intertwining, Nathaniel and Amelia must navigate a dangerous web of secrets that could unravel everything they know-and bring down powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to maintain their control. A high-stakes thriller about family, power, and the price of truth. little did they know that there is more to uncover!
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!"
Janice, the long-forgotten legitimate heiress, made her way back to her family, pouring her heart into winning their hearts. Yet, she had to relinquish her very identity, her academic credentials, and her creative works to her foster sister. In return for her sacrifices, she found no warmth, only deeper neglect. Resolute, Janice vowed to cut off all emotional bonds. Transformed, she now stood as a master of martial arts, adept in eight languages, an esteemed medical expert, and a celebrated designer. With newfound resolve, she declared, "From this day forward, no one in this family shall cross me."
Iris grew from an orphaned child to the adopted daughter of the Stewart family at age ten, finding warmth in her nominal uncle Vincent's kindness. Seven years later, she became his secret lover. When Vincent's engagement was announced, gossip spread about the notorious playboy CEO finally settling down. But only Iris knew the extent of his cold, two-faced nature. Iris fell for Vincent and, through tears, begged, "Marry me," only to be met with his frosty refusal. Defeated, she accepted a lawyer's proposal, sparking public excitement. Then, on her wedding day, Vincent pleaded desperately, "Don't marry him…"
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.
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.
Sandra Hill, the long-lost real heiress of the Hill family, was shunned by her own kin. Instead of embracing her, they bestowed their affection upon an impostor. They even arranged her to marry a vegetative man in place of her so-called “sister”. Sandra sneered, refusing to put up with this humiliation, cut off ties with the Hill family immediately and ran into the flash marriage with Wesley Cooper, her unconscious billionaire husband. With her incredible medical skills, she defied the odds and revived him. Little did she expect that her husband spoiled her with all his love... A medical genius, a computer prodigy, a national treasure in painting, and a racing legend... Her husband revealed her various identities, leaving the Hill family regretful. Her father came pleading, "It's Dad's fault. Please come back." Her mother wept, "Mom will protect you from now on. Please come back." Even her five brothers knelt before he, begging for forgiveness. Yet, Sandra's smile held a hint of mockery as she vowed, “Never!”