"One night stand, no strings attached". That's all it was supposed to be to save desperate Sophia's mother's life . But when her passionate encounter with Julian results in pregnancy, a contract marriage is forged. Bound together by necessity, they navigate a fragile partnership . But as the shadows of Sophia's past close in, they begin to see the good in each other. Can their marriage of convenience become a powerful alliance , strong enough to overcome the secrets, lies and danger that threaten to destroy them?
Three months ago:
"Mom, what's going on? You've been tired for weeks," Sophia said, concern etched on her face.
Margaret, her Mother, lying in the hospital bed, weakly smiled. "I'm fine sweetie. Just a little exhausted".
Sophia's eyes narrowed. "Exhausted? Mom, you collapsed at home. That's not exhaustion, that's....I don't know, something serious"
Margaret's smile faltered, and she looked away. "I'll be fine, Sophia. Don't worry."
But Sophia was worried. Margaret had always been the strong one, the one who took care of everyone else. But now, she felt like she was in way over her head.
As she sat in the hospital waiting room, waiting for the doctor to come out and talk to her about her mother's condition, Sophia couldn't help but think about her own life. She worked as a cleaner at a well known strip club, earning just enough to make ends meet. It wasn't the most glamorous job, but it paid little bills.
But now, with her mother's illness, Sophia felt like her whole world was being turned upside down.
Finally, after what felt like eternity, a middle-aged doctor with a kind face emerged from the doorway. "Sophia, right? I'm Dr Thomas. I've been taking care of your mother."
Sophia nodded, standing up to greet the doctor. "Yes, that's me. How is she?"
Dr Thomas led Sophia to a quiet corner of the waiting room. "Please, have a seat. I want to talk to you about your mother's condition".
Sophia's heart sank as she sat down. She had a feeling that this wasn't going to be good.
"Your mother has been experiencing some symptoms that led us to run some tests", Dr Thomas began. "It appears that she has a heart valve problem. Specifically , her mitral valve is severely damaged and needs to be replaced."
Sophia felt like she had been punched in the gut. "What does that even mean? Is she going to be okay?".
Dr Thomas nodded reassuringly. "With surgery, yes, she should be fine. But we need to act quickly. The longer we wait, the higher the risk of complications".
Sophia took a deep breath, trying to process the information. "Okay, what's the next step?"
"We'll need to schedule the surgery," Dr Thomas replied. "In the meantime , we'll need to run some other tests and also place her on some drugs to make sure she's healthy enough for the procedure".
Sophia nodded, feeling a sense of determination wash over her. She would do whatever it took to make sure her mother got the care she needed.
But then, Dr Thomas dropped a bombshell. "The surgery will cost approximately $150,000, but the drugs to keep her stable right now before she can take surgery is $4000".
Sophia's eyes widened in shock. She had been expecting a high price tag, but nothing could have prepared her for this. She felt like she had been punched in the gut all over again.
"How am I supposed to afford that?" Sophia asked, trying to keep her voice steady.
Dr Thomas' expression was sympathetic. "I know that's a lot to take in. I know how kind your mother is to people, how about you borrow a loan"
"I have nothing to give as collateral, doctor" Sophia said, feeling a sense of overwhelm wash over her.
"Get the drugs first and we'll see how it goes from there" Dr Thomas added.
After her conversation with Dr Thomas, she left the hospital with so many thoughts. The bright sunlight outside the hospital was a stark contrast to the dimly lit corridors Sophia had just left behind. She squinted, feeling a headache coming on.
As she walked to the bus stop, Sophia's mind was racing. She had so many questions, so many worries. But she knew she had to stay strong, for her mother's sake.
Sophia got on the bus and found a seat, feeling a sense of determination wash over her. She would get through this, no matter what it took.
The bus ride gave Sophia some much-needed time to think. She thought about her job at the strip club, and how she was going to find a way to make more money to pay for her mother's surgery. She thought about her mother's condition, and how she was going to be strong for her.
As the bus rumbled on, Sophia's mind was a jumble of emotions. She was scared, worried, and unsure of what the future held. But she was determined, strong and resilient.
Finally, the bus pulled up to Sophia's stop, and she stood up to get off. She walked the few blocks to her apartment, her mind still reeling with thoughts and emotions.
As she walked in the door, Sophia was greeted by the familiar sight of her small apartment. It was a cozy space, with a comfortable couch and a small TV. But it was also a reminder of Sophia's limited means. She had always struggled to make ends meet, working multiple jobs just to get by but none seemed to be enough.
So much to deal with and she didn't know where to start from. Sophia looked around her apartment, her eyes landed on a photo of her and her mother. They were smiling and happy. Hot tears rolled down her cheeks. She immediately rubbed her cheeks of the tears and decided to act strong.
With newfound determination, Sophia began to make a plan. She would talk to her boss at the strip club, and see if she could pick up more shifts. She would also start looking for jobs, once that paid better and would help her make more money.
And she would pay for the surgery, no matter what.
As Sophia sat down on her couch, feeling a sense of purpose and determination, she knew she was ready for whatever laid ahead.
Sophia's phone rang, breaking the silence. She picked it up, hoping it was the doctor with some good news. But instead, it was her boss from the strip club. "Hey Sophia, I need to talk to you about your schedule."
Sophia's heart sank, wondering if she was about to lose her job. But she took a deep breath, and answered, "What's up?"
"I need you to work a double shift tonight," her boss said. "The other cleaner called in sick, and I'm short-staffed"
"Okay, I will do it," Sophia said, thinking about her mother and the surgery she needed. "Better then" her boss said and hung up.
Sophia sighed, feeling a sense of exhaustion. But she knew she had to be strong, for her mother's sake.
A while later, her boyfriend rushed in, a charming, tall and good looking guy in his late 20s. As they sat on the couch, he took Sophia's hand. "I'm so sorry babe, I can imagine how you're feeling".
Sophia shook her head, feeling tears welled up in her eyes again. "I just don't know how I'm going to pay for the surgery Alex, it's $150,000. My insurance can't even cover the medication".
Alex's face fell, and he looked away for a moment. When he turned back to Sophia, his eyes were filled with determination. "I know I don't have a lot of money, but I want to help. I can give you the $4000 to help pay for your mom's medication, at least to keep her stable for the time being. It's not much, but it's something and i promise to do that consecutively".
Sophia's eyes widened in surprise. "Alex, I don't know if I can take your money".
Alex shook his head. "You are not taking my money Sophia, but my help. I want to help. Please let me do this for you".
Sophia felt a lump form in her throat as she looked at Alex. She knew that he was struggling financially, just like her. But he was willing to give the little he has to help her mom.
"Thank you, Alex," Sophia said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Thank you so much" Alex smiled and pulled Sophia into a hug.
Fast forward to the present day:
Sophia's phone rang. What she heard at the other end when she answered made her blood run cold........
"One night stand, no strings attached". That's all it was supposed to be to save desperate Sophia's mother's life . But when her passionate encounter with Julian results in pregnancy, a contract marriage is forged. Bound together by necessity, they navigate a fragile partnership . But as the shadows of Sophia's past close in, they begin to see the good in each other. Can their marriage of convenience become a powerful alliance , strong enough to overcome the secrets, lies and danger that threaten to destroy them?
"One night stand, no strings attached". That's all it was supposed to be to save desperate Sophia's mother's life . But when her passionate encounter with Julian results in pregnancy, a contract marriage is forged. Bound together by necessity, they navigate a fragile partnership . But as the shadows of Sophia's past close in, they begin to see the good in each other. Can their marriage of convenience become a powerful alliance , strong enough to overcome the secrets, lies and danger that threaten to destroy them?
For ten years, Daniela showered her ex-husband with unwavering devotion, only to discover she was just his biggest joke. Feeling humiliated yet determined, she finally divorced him. Three months later, Daniela returned in grand style. She was now the hidden CEO of a leading brand, a sought-after designer, and a wealthy mining mogul—her success unveiled at her triumphant comeback. Her ex-husband’s entire family rushed over, desperate to beg for forgiveness and plead for another chance. Yet Daniela, now cherished by the famed Mr. Phillips, regarded them with icy disdain. "I’m out of your league."
"I'm going to tell you what I have in mind," he murmured. "First you're going to strip down until you're completely naked," he whispered against her ear. "Then I'm going to tie you up so you're completely powerless and subject to my every whim." "Mmm, sounds good so far," she murmured. "Then I'm going to insert a plug to prepare you for me. After that I'm going to spank that sweet ass of yours until it's rosy with my marks." She shivered uncontrollably, her mind exploding with the images he evoked. She let out a small whimper as he sucked the lobe of her ear into his mouth. God, she could cum with just his words. She was already aching with need. Her nipples tingled and hardened to painful points. Her clit pulsed and twitched between her legs until she clamped her thighs together to alleviate the burn. "And then I'm going to f**k your mouth. But I won't cum. Not yet. When I'm close, I'll flog you again until your ass is burning and you're on fire with the need for relief. And then I'm going to f**k that ass. I'm going to take you hard and rough, to the very limits of what you can withstand. I won't be gentle. Not tonight. I'm going to take you as roughly as you can stand. And then I'm going to cum all over your ass. Are you ready to be completely and utterly dominated?"
On the day of their wedding anniversary, Joshua's mistress drugged Alicia, and she ended up in a stranger's bed. In one night, Alicia lost her innocence, while Joshua's mistress carried his child in her womb. Heartbroken and humiliated, Alicia demanded a divorce, but Joshua saw it as yet another tantrum. When they finally parted ways, she went on to become a renowned artist, sought out and admired by everyone. Consumed by regret, Joshua darkened her doorstep in hopes of reconciliation, only to find her in the arms of a powerful tycoon. "Say hello to your sister-in-law."
"Is it considered betrayal to develop feelings for your best friend's boyfriend? What about when fate intervenes, and he turns out to be your destined mate? You might think it's luck and thank the moon goddess for such a twist of fate. That's what I believed until the love of my life uttered those dreaded words: 'I want a divorce!' As I stared at the pregnancy test in my hands, I realized it was better to keep my secret to myself. My name is Violet, and this is my story."
Kallie, a mute who had been ignored by her husband for five years since their wedding, also suffered the loss of her pregnancy due to her cruel mother-in-law. After the divorce, she learned that her ex-husband had quickly gotten engaged to the woman he truly loved. Holding her slightly rounded belly, she realized that he had never really cared for her. Determined, she left him behind, treating him as a stranger. Yet, after she left, he scoured the globe in search of her. When their paths crossed once more, Kallie had already found new happiness. For the first time, he pleaded humbly, "Please don't leave me..." But Kallie's response was firm and dismissive, cutting through any lingering ties. "Get lost!"
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.