Racheal, a sweet and reserved young woman, never imagined her life would be turned upside down by a chance encounter with the powerful and domineering billionaire, Francis Blackwood. Known for his ruthless business tactics and controlling nature, Francis is not one to easily trust others-until a series of unexpected events leads him to seek a marriage of convenience with Racheal. What starts as a contract to secure his family's empire soon becomes more complicated as Francis' possessiveness and dominant nature draw Racheal deeper into his world. Despite his cold exterior, Racheal begins to see the vulnerable man beneath the surface, a man who has been shaped by past heartbreak and betrayal. As their forced marriage evolves into something far more passionate, Racheal must decide whether she can trust Francis with her heart or if their connection is doomed from the start. In a battle between duty and desire, can love truly bloom between two people who never expected to be together? The Billionaire's Unexpected Bride is a tale of power, passion, and the unpredictable nature of love.
Racheal's life had always been ordinary. She lived in a quiet, charming house on the outskirts of the city, working as a librarian in a small but cozy library. Her days consisted of organizing books, assisting patrons, and occasionally dreaming of a life more exciting than the pages she read. She had never craved luxury or wealth; content with the simple things, she had always believed love would find her in the same gentle, unobtrusive way.
But everything changed the day she met Francis Blackwood.
Francis stood at the door of the library like a figure from a story-tall, commanding, his black suit cutting through the mundane setting like a blade. His piercing gaze swept across the room, instantly making every head turn, but it was the sudden stop in his stride when their eyes met that made Racheal's heart skip. There was an intensity in his look, as if the world outside didn't matter as long as he was focused on her.
She was certain he was lost, perhaps seeking a book. It wasn't unusual for wealthy individuals to visit, though none had ever commanded the room quite like him. She hesitated before walking toward him.
"Can I help you with something, sir?" Her voice came out softer than she intended, a nervous tremor betraying her calm exterior.
His eyes lingered on her face for a moment longer than necessary. "I'm looking for something... or rather someone."
Racheal blinked, taken aback by his cryptic words. "I'm afraid I don't understand."
He stepped closer, his presence overwhelming, making it impossible for her to look away. "You," he said, his tone unwavering. "I've been searching for you."
Confusion twisted in her stomach. "I'm not sure what you mean."
"I'm Francis Blackwood." He offered his hand, and despite the shock running through her, she shook it. "And you are about to become my wife."
The words hit her like a thunderclap, leaving her speechless.
Rejected by her mate, who had been her long-time crush, Jasmine felt utterly humiliated. Seeking solace, she headed to a party to drown her sorrows. But things took a turn for the worse when her friends issued a cruel dare: kiss a stranger or beg her mate for forgiveness. With no other choice, Jasmine approached a stranger and kissed him, thinking that would be the end of it. However, the stranger unexpectedly wrapped his arms around her waist and whispered in her ear, "You're mine!" He growled, his words sending shivers down her spine. And then, he offered her a solution that would change everything...
The day Lilah found out that she was pregnant, she caught her fiancé cheating on her. Her remorseless fiancé and his mistress almost killed her. Lilah fled for her dear life. When she returned to her hometown five years later, she happened to save a little boy's life. The boy's father turned out to be the world's richest man. Everything changed for Lilah from that moment. The man didn't let her experience any inconvenience. When her ex-fiancé bullied her, he crushed the scumbag's family and also rented out an entire island just to give Lilah a break from all the drama. He also taught Lilah's hateful father a lesson. He crushed all her enemies before she even asked. When Lilah's vile sister threw herself at him, he showed her a marriage certificate and said, "I'm happily married and my wife is much more beautiful than you are!" Lilah was shocked. "When did we ever get married? Last I checked, I was still single." With a wicked smile, he said, "Honey, we've been married for five years. Isn't it about time we had another child together?" Lilah's jaw dropped to the floor. What the hell was he talking about?
For seven years, Jillian pursued Bryan with unyielding passion, but he remained distant, his emotions tightly sealed. Disheartened, she left for overseas after graduating from college. Three years later, Jillian, now a successful attorney, sat provocatively on the lap of Bryan's competitor. She flashed Bryan a playful smile and taunted, "What's wrong, Bryan? Are you impotent?" Bryan's restraint shattered in an instant. In a swift motion, he scooped her up and tossed her onto the bed. The next morning, as Bryan woke up, Jillian flashed a mischievous smile. "Let's keep things casual, okay?"
Compelled by her dad's dilemma and the looming fate of their business, Irene agreed to become Braydon's lover. To outsiders, Braydon seemed invulnerable, yet only Irene was privy to the tempestuous passions he unleashed behind closed doors. Gradually, Irene found herself tangled in the intricate emotional snare Braydon had woven, her heart craving more, only to be shattered by the revelation of his engagement. Devastated, she left and soon encountered Braydon's archrival. It was then that the formidable Braydon confronted the esteemed surgeon Dr. Mitchell, all in a fierce struggle over Irene.
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.
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.