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Priceless Marriage

Flash Marriage, Deep Love

【This story features a vibrant and outgoing female lead and a gentle and devoted male lead. It is a romance novel filled with pampering moments and post-marriage love.】 * Mi Jing, 27 years old, unmarried. She comes from an ordinary background, has a warm family, and loving parents. Shen Lingxing, a major shareholder of M Group, a private hospital director, and a second-generation government official. Despite being an eligible bachelor with such a prestigious status, he struggles to find a wife! Instead, he always shows up to blind dates pretending to be an ordinary doctor. After nineteen blind dates, the results are always the same—either the woman rejects him, or he rejects the woman. And Mi Jing has been a witness to all nineteen of these blind dates, ultimately becoming the one to end the streak. * She asked, “Still haven’t found anyone suitable?” He responded with a simple “Hmm” and nodded. Then she asked, “What do you think about me?” He answered, “You’re pretty good!” So she suggested, “How about we get married?” Upon hearing this, he wasn’t overly surprised. Instead, he readily agreed, “Sure, let’s go get the marriage certificate later.” * 【The most heartwarming love story unfolds after twists and turns when she meets him at her most mature and beautiful years.】 @ He was a regular customer at her coffee shop. At first, she didn’t really pay attention to him. But since the girls in the shop often mentioned him, she gradually developed some awareness of him. He liked drinking Blue Mountain coffee and often went on blind dates. In fact, she herself also frequently went on blind dates, although hers were not voluntary but driven by her mother’s pressure. One day, she ran into a particularly troublesome blind date. Coincidentally, he was sitting at the next table. In a moment of desperation, she pulled him over to pretend to be her shield. Another day, at a university classmate’s wedding, she ran into him again, along with her ex-boyfriend and the third party who had come between them back then. When faced with provocations from “the third party,” she held his hand and pretended he was her boyfriend—venting her frustration, though it cost her financially. … They were both at the age to be considered “older youth,” pressured by their families to frequently attend blind dates. With marriage as their ultimate goal, they hit it off instantly and decided to marry on a whim. 【Scene 1】 One evening, Mi Jing brought Shen Lingxing home for dinner. After dinner, Mi Jing and Shen Lingxing went downstairs together. “You…” Mi Jing was suddenly kissed by Shen Lingxing, leaving her wide-eyed and stunned. “Don’t move. Mom is watching.” Shen Lingxing held Mi Jing tightly and whispered softly in her ear. “My mom? Where is she?” “She’s on the balcony.” Shen Lingxing glanced at a black car not far away. Seeing the twisted expression on Mi Jing’s ex-boyfriend’s face, a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes.
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After Marriage (GL)

AFTER MARRIAGE Some love stories begin with a kiss. Theirs began with a contract. Sita is calm, reserved, and orderly — the kind of person who finds solace in silence. Vedehi is chaos wrapped in charm — loud, lively, and allergic to stillness. They have nothing in common… except heartbreak, family pressure, and a desperate need to escape. When both women land in England hoping to find love, all they find is disappointment — and each other. One impulsive proposal later, they're bound by a two-year contract marriage: no love, no drama, just a fake relationship to get their families off their backs. But fate has other plans. Sita is still searching for a woman from her past — someone who once held her heart. Vedehi, in helping her find that lost love, quietly falls for the very person she's supposed to be pretending with. Just when feelings start to blur and the contract begins to crumble, tragedy strikes. A sudden accident leaves Sita with no memory — not of the contract, not of the marriage, not even of Vedehi. Now Vedehi is left holding onto a love that only she remembers… And a wife who no longer knows her. Will Sita ever recall what they had? Will Vedehi’s love be enough to rebuild what fate tore apart? Or will their story remain a forgotten promise, lost between silence and memory? "After Marriage" is a breathtaking sapphic romance of opposites, survival, heartbreak, and healing. It’s about falling in love with someone who forgot you — and choosing them, even when they can't choose you back. Because sometimes, the most unforgettable love stories… Are the ones that begin after marriage. Dear Reader, “After Marriage” is more than just a love story — it’s a journey through silence, chaos, heartbreak, and healing. I promise you a story that will make you laugh when you least expect it and cry when you don’t want to. I promise you characters who are beautifully flawed, frustratingly human, and deeply real. I promise tension, misunderstandings, soft moments, and fierce ones — all stitched together with raw emotion and quiet hope. This isn’t a perfect romance. This is about two women who learn that love doesn’t always arrive the way we imagine — sometimes it comes late, sometimes through pain, and sometimes… disguised as a contract. But when it finally finds them, it stays. So, as you turn each page, I hope you feel every heartbeat, every fight, every smile, and every scar. And above all, I promise — by the end of this story, you’ll believe that real love… never truly forgets. With all my heart, — The Author
PHI · 7.1K Views

Surprise Marriage to a Billionaire

The contract says she can’t share his bed, but nothing stops him from getting into hers… * Rain Clayton’s life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers she’s suddenly married to a billionaire named Alexander Lancaster, a powerful and dangerously captivating man who wants their marriage over before it even begins... Raised by a family that never cared for her and desperate to avoid a twisted arranged marriage, Rain seizes this unexpected twist of fate. Her new husband might be a cold-hearted billionaire, but he's her only escape. Yet Alexander demands a swift divorce. Refusing to lose her one chance at freedom, Rain strikes a risky bargain to keep their marriage alive, even if it means playing by Alexander’s rules. She just has to convince him to want her around… FOREVER. Weeks into their unexpected arrangement, Rain begins to see through Alexander’s icy exterior. But one night, she’s taken by surprise. “What are you doing?” Rain burst out, eyes wide as Alexander casually slid into her bed. “Performing husbandly duties,” he smirked. “You can’t stay here! It’s against the contract!” “I’m not breaking it,” Alexander said with a shrug. “The contract specifies that you’ll fulfill all wifely duties, excluding sharing my bed. It doesn’t say anything about me not performing husbandly duties, including sharing your bed.” The situation had shifted, and it seemed like she was no longer the only one in control... [Warning: r18+/strong mature & sexual content]
Eustoma_Reyna · 1.8M Views

THE SHADES OF A BILLIONAIRE CONTRACTED MARRIAGE

Clementine finds her world upended by a bizarre clause in her late grandfather's will. To inherit his legacy, a struggling but historically significant architectural firm, she must enter a temporary, high-stakes contract marriage with Rhys Sterling, the notoriously ruthless CEO of Sterling Innovations. Rhys needs Clementine's firm to complete a prestigious, city-defining project that will solidify his dominance. Their agreement is clear: a year of public pretense, no emotional entanglements, and a shared goal of professional success. It's a business deal, pure and simple, or so they tell themselves. From their first fiery encounter, Clementine and Rhys clash. She sees him as an arrogant, unfeeling corporate shark; he views her as an impulsive, impractical artist. Yet, forced into close quarters by the demands of their fake marriage and the complexities of the architectural project, their sharp banter slowly gives way to grudging respect. Kaelen's unconventional methods challenge Rhys's rigid control, while his unwavering support in unexpected moments chips away at her cynicism. As they navigate treacherous corporate rivals, scandalous rumors, and the suffocating expectations of high society, an undeniable, inconvenient attraction ignites. They discover hidden vulnerabilities, shared dreams, and a surprising passion that threatens to shatter the carefully constructed walls around their hearts. But when a long-buried secret from Rhys's past resurfaces, threatening to unravel their fragile bond and expose the truth of their contract, Kaelen and Rhys must decide if their unscripted love is strong enough to withstand the storm. This is a fast-paced, dialogue-rich tale of two stubborn souls who find love where they least expect it, proving that even the most ironclad contracts can't dictate the heart's true desires.
Augustine_Genesis · 4.9K Views

Shocking Marriage at Every Step

He is the most prestigious and mysterious man, the head of ZMI Agency's special agents. A person of immense influence. Just how influential? He says, find out for yourself! * She is a foreign-born master of criminal psychology, a psychological counselor at a correctional facility. A small fry who is always hungry for more. How small? She says, none of your business! * Zhan Se can't understand why, in just a short bathroom break, she was ensnared by such a cold, dignified, evil, domineering, awesome... a benefactor who is described with all the positive adjectives usually associated with the male protagonists in novels... What?!! She owed him six years ago? Not only did she owe him, but she also has a 6-year-old bun calling her mom? Holy moly! Since they both have a child together, who actually owes whom? ————————●Alternative Edition Introduction●———————— This is a guidebook for a nerdy girl's road to success. This is a must-have secret manual for marital roads. This is an encyclopedia on criminal psychology. This is the life journey of a woman who every man dreams of, working her way up. Urban marriage, rich family scandal, case tracking. All is revealed in "The Surprising Marriage Journey"… Indulgence is boundless, love and affection are reinterpreted! Nothing is the best, there is only better! Reading online novels, for the sense of satisfaction! Cracking melon seeds and peeling peanuts, sit in a row and taste together. Taste the power, color, fame, and wealth, and watch the various states of sentient beings with a smile. (Note: ① This book is one-on-one, absolutely clean, those who dislike the author and the author's writing style should avoid this pit) (Note: ② This book is purely fictitious, and there is no need to verify its authenticity. Reading the text comes with a lightning rod, no compensation for discomfort)
Si Jin · 99.3K Views

After marriage, there's joy

Lai Zhiyun had graduated from university, was not interested in romance, and only wanted to focus on her career. Yet her dad was particularly worried that she had limited experience and was susceptible to being obsessed with love. Therefore, he utilized his "financial power" to get her to go on arranged dates. Her dad said, "It's fine not to date, and it's fine not to marry and stay single forever," but you must get out and see the world. So as not to have too little experience and be easily carried away by love. Thus, the candidates for the arranged dates were very reliable, with high educational backgrounds, good family circumstances, as well as being tall, handsome, and having long legs. 【Highlight One:】 It's often said that the relationship between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law is a major issue, Mother-in-laws aren't mothers, and it's okay just to keep up appearances and get along on the surface. Therefore, after getting married, Lai Zhiyun wanted to keep her distance from her mother-in-law, but the mother-in-law wanted to become her best friend. Before the marriage, the mother-in-law was a noblewoman of distinguished temperament, difficult to approach and aloof. But after the marriage, Lai Zhiyun realized that her mother-in-law was one of her online friends. And they both were fans of each other's careers. Because of this, the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law was good, and the son became less important. Before the marriage, Zhou Liao was his mother's precious firstborn son, but after the marriage, the son wasn't as cherished as the daughter-in-law. ** Zhou Liao thought his understanding and reasonable mother would be his love bodyguard, but he never expected to have to guard against his own mother undermining him. 【PS: This story primarily offers a light-hearted healing experience; the heroine is sober-minded, the hero is a paragon of virtue, without deadbeat dads or problematic moms, with few extreme characters, and not melodramatic.】
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The Priceless billionaire's daughter. Chapter Ten

Book title: The priceless billionaire's daughter Genre: Billionaire romance. Trope: True marriage. Themes: love, hatred, betrayal, forgiveness. Setting: Modern- day city, New York in the 21st century. Blurb Ruth Maxwell is not a typical heiress, the daughter of a global business and billionaire, she was raised in diamonds, drenched in privilege and trained to uphold an empire. She graduated from the college with the best result, she is so endowed with wisdom and bravery. But behind her composed smile lies a heart that craves for something money can't buy which is truth, sincerity, and a love untouched by fortune. Her soul longs for something beyond wealth and fame. When she meets Hayden Cole, a man from the other side of the city with fire in his voice and scars in his past, her world tilting his honesty forces her to question everything she has been raised to believe. Her love for Hayden opened her eyes that she has been blinded by deceit. Will her love for Hayden become a reality? Will her love conquer the challenges she will face from her father? Outline. Exposition: Ruth has lived In a tower of expectations, chairs of wealth, image and control. But her soul- natured quietly memories of her late mother has always yet for something more. Ruth, being a priceless daughter of a billionaire, desires for things that are priceless, that money can't buy. She is priceless because her values are far weightier than wealth. She searches for genuine love, a love that lasts forever. She eventually finds one. When a chance encounter at a Charity Gala leads her to a Hayden Cole- a community music director from the city's forgotten edges. Ruth perfectly curated the works to begin to unravel. Drawn to this authenticity, she falls in love with the young man of purpose and vision, Hayden. Hayden is not wealthy or influential, but he has purpose and strength of character, and that is enough for her. Inciting incident: After her meeting with Hayden Cole at Charity Gala, Ruth couldn't forget about him, she kept thinking of him and wanted to be with him forever. Few days later, Hayden Cole Invites her to the Harmony center. Harmony center Is a place where teens and kids are taught music. Hayden is the director. She had a nice time with Hayden at the center. Their love began to strengthen, the bond getting stronger, the ties getting stronger too. Ruth never desires to return again, Hayden appreciates her coming. As she went back home, she couldn't sleep. She has fallen in love with Hayden, the man that is not in her class. Climax: Few weeks later, Ruth also invites Hayden for a coffee at a local restaurant. They discussed the Harmony Center and everything. The next day, it went viral online that a billionaire's daughter was seen with a poor and street musician, also the young man is not a staff nor a member of the executives of her father's company. The father got angry, rebuked her, her stepmother by name Veronica insulted her about her choice. The choice is for her to choose between her father's legacy or the poor musician. Ruth gets more committed to Hayden and Harmony Center. Her father removes her name from his will and from his inheritance shortly after it was discovered that he was not Ruth's biological father. Hayden is accused of misconduct, Ruth fights back legally. There was an assassination attempt on Hayden at Harmony center, he escaped death but with severe injuries. He was rushed to the hospital, Ruth goes to the hospital regularly to check on him. Denouncement: Hayden recovers and returns home. Ruth and Hayden hold their wedding in a small garden. Ruth began her foundation, she called it Aurora foundation, the name of her late mother. She also changes her name to Ruth Aurora. Hayden and Ruth expanded the Harmony Center and the foundation to other states and cities in America. Ruth's father, Maxwell Kelvin, had a stroke and was rushed to the hospital. Ruth visits him seldomly. Veronica, Ruth's stepmother's past is exposed
okeke_lawrence · 1.2K Views

Marriage To a Heartless Vampire Billionaire

Five years ago, a reckless night changed everything. Thirsty and out on a midnight drive with his powerful family, Caden Valtore—a ruthless vampire from an ancient bloodline—bit into a random human girl on the roadside to quench his hunger. He wiped the memory clean and moved on. Or so he thought. Now a cold-blooded billionaire CEO, Caden rules the corporate world with an iron fist and an emotionless heart. Feared by humans and vampires alike, he is untouchable—except by one woman. Annalise Moreau never knew what really happened to her that night. All she remembers is waking up cold, dizzy, and forever changed. Now, her father—deep in debt and desperate for power—blackmails her into marrying Caden Valtore. The catch? She must kill him in exchange for her mother’s life. Caden, pressured by his elite vampire family to settle down, agrees to a contract marriage. But he makes one thing clear: **his heart belongs to someone else—**his obsessive long-term lover, Vivienne, who will do anything to keep him. But fate isn’t so easily controlled. When Annalise steps into Caden’s world of secrets, power, and blood-stained deals, something stirs. A bond neither of them can explain. A memory Caden can’t escape. She was never just a random girl on the roadside. And he… was never supposed to bite her. In a world where vampires reign behind corporate empires, and love is more dangerous than death, one contract marriage could destroy everything. Because the most dangerous thing about a heartless vampire… Is what happens when he starts to feel.
knightangle_17 · 17.1K Views

Fake Marriage To The Richest Tycoon

She gave up her wealth and power to save her husband and his company when they were on the brink of extinction. However he repaid her by bringing home his childhood sweetheart and divorcing her! He insulted her, called her names, a cheap lowly bitch and a gold-digger. Her sister in law treated her like trash, her mother in law called her a scheming fox who wanted to climb the social ladder. Fine! Divorce so it is then! Left without a single penny, she applied for a job and became a waitress. Who would know she bumped into her ex husband and his new fiancée there?! But there was another man whose business contract she accidentally discarded. That mysterious man came to her with a condition. "You made me lost a very important business contract, now you must pay," "How much? I don't have money. I'm not for sale either," the girl raised her chin arrogantly. "Become my fake girlfriend. I need a woman to please my grandfather," Shentu Jing said. His charming dark eyes seemed to be tempting her, luring her into an abyss. But when she arrived in front of his grandfather, he announced her as his fiancée! "I thought you said I was your girlfriend!" Qin Zhuzhu glared daggers at him. "Sorry, now you are my wife," the man's peach blossom eyes gazed at her lovingly. Who is this mysterious husband of hers? One day her phone rang with a notification of the latest financial news. There, she saw a man similar to her husband. Her husband is the richest Tycoon in the capital???!!!
Zui_Gui_Lang · 284.7K Views

The priceless billionaire's daughter. Chapter one

Book title: The priceless billionaire's daughter Genre: Billionaire romance. Trope: True marriage. Themes: love, hatred, betrayal, forgiveness. Setting: Modern- day city, New York in the 21st century. Blurb Ruth Maxwell is not a typical heiress, the daughter of a global business and billionaire, she was raised in diamonds, drenched in privilege and trained to uphold an empire. She graduated from the college with the best result, she is so endowed with wisdom and bravery. But behind her composed smile lies a heart that craves for something money can't buy which is truth, sincerity, and a love untouched by fortune. Her soul longs for something beyond wealth and fame. When she meets Hayden Cole, a man from the other side of the city with fire in his voice and scars in his past, her world tilting his honesty forces her to question everything she has been raised to believe. Her love for Hayden opened her eyes that she has been blinded by deceit. Will her love for Hayden become a reality? Will her love conquer the challenges she will face from her father? Outline. Exposition: Ruth has lived In a tower of expectations, chairs of wealth, image and control. But her soul- natured quietly memories of her late mother has always yet for something more. Ruth, being a priceless daughter of a billionaire, desires for things that are priceless, that money can't buy. She is priceless because her values are far weightier than wealth. She searches for genuine love, a love that lasts forever. She eventually finds one. When a chance encounter at a Charity Gala leads her to a Hayden Cole- a community music director from the city's forgotten edges. Ruth perfectly curated the works to begin to unravel. Drawn to this authenticity, she falls in love with the young man of purpose and vision, Hayden. Hayden is not wealthy or influential, but he has purpose and strength of character, and that is enough for her. Inciting incident: After her meeting with Hayden Cole at Charity Gala, Ruth couldn't forget about him, she kept thinking of him and wanted to be with him forever. Few days later, Hayden Cole Invites her to the Harmony center. Harmony center Is a place where teens and kids are taught music. Hayden is the director. She had a nice time with Hayden at the center. Their love began to strengthen, the bond getting stronger, the ties getting stronger too. Ruth never desires to return again, Hayden appreciates her coming. As she went back home, she couldn't sleep. She has fallen in love with Hayden, the man that is not in her class. Climax: Few weeks later, Ruth also invites Hayden for a coffee at a local restaurant. They discussed the Harmony Center and everything. The next day, it went viral online that a billionaire's daughter was seen with a poor and street musician, also the young man is not a staff nor a member of the executives of her father's company. The father got angry, rebuked her, her stepmother by name Veronica insulted her about her choice. The choice is for her to choose between her father's legacy or the poor musician. Ruth gets more committed to Hayden and Harmony Center. Her father removes her name from his will and from his inheritance shortly after it was discovered that he was not Ruth's biological father. Hayden is accused of misconduct, Ruth fights back legally. There was an assassination attempt on Hayden at Harmony center, he escaped death but with severe injuries. He was rushed to the hospital, Ruth goes to the hospital regularly to check on him. Denouncement: Hayden recovers and returns home. Ruth and Hayden hold their wedding in a small garden. Ruth began her foundation, she called it Aurora foundation, the name of her late mother. She also changes her name to Ruth Aurora. Hayden and Ruth expanded the Harmony Center and the foundation to other states and cities in America. Ruth's father, Maxwell Kelvin, had a stroke and was rushed to the hospital. Ruth visits him seldomly. Veronica, Ruth's stepmother's past is exposed
okeke_lawrence · 1.6K Views

The priceless billionaire's daughter

Book title: The priceless billionaire's daughter Genre: Billionaire romance. Trope: True marriage. Themes: love, hatred, betrayal, forgiveness. Setting: Modern- day city, New York in the 21st century. Blurb Ruth Maxwell is not a typical heiress, the daughter of a global business and billionaire, she was raised in diamonds, drenched in privilege and trained to uphold an empire. She graduated from the college with the best result, she is so endowed with wisdom and bravery. But behind her composed smile lies a heart that craves for something money can't buy which is truth, sincerity, and a love untouched by fortune. Her soul longs for something beyond wealth and fame. When she meets Hayden Cole, a man from the other side of the city with fire in his voice and scars in his past, her world tilting his honesty forces her to question everything she has been raised to believe. Her love for Hayden opened her eyes that she has been blinded by deceit. Will her love for Hayden become a reality? Will her love conquer the challenges she will face from her father? Outline. Exposition: Ruth has lived In a tower of expectations, chairs of wealth, image and control. But her soul- natured quietly memories of her late mother has always yet for something more. Ruth, being a priceless daughter of a billionaire, desires for things that are priceless, that money can't buy. She is priceless because her values are far weightier than wealth. She searches for genuine love, a love that lasts forever. She eventually finds one. When a chance encounter at a Charity Gala leads her to a Hayden Cole- a community music director from the city's forgotten edges. Ruth perfectly curated the works to begin to unravel. Drawn to this authenticity, she falls in love with the young man of purpose and vision, Hayden. Hayden is not wealthy or influential, but he has purpose and strength of character, and that is enough for her. Inciting incident: After her meeting with Hayden Cole at Charity Gala, Ruth couldn't forget about him, she kept thinking of him and wanted to be with him forever. Few days later, Hayden Cole Invites her to the Harmony center. Harmony center Is a place where teens and kids are taught music. Hayden is the director. She had a nice time with Hayden at the center. Their love began to strengthen, the bond getting stronger, the ties getting stronger too. Ruth never desires to return again, Hayden appreciates her coming. As she went back home, she couldn't sleep. She has fallen in love with Hayden, the man that is not in her class. Climax: Few weeks later, Ruth also invites Hayden for a coffee at a local restaurant. They discussed the Harmony Center and everything. The next day, it went viral online that a billionaire's daughter was seen with a poor and street musician, also the young man is not a staff nor a member of the executives of her father's company. The father got angry, rebuked her, her stepmother by name Veronica insulted her about her choice. The choice is for her to choose between her father's legacy or the poor musician. Ruth gets more committed to Hayden and Harmony Center. Her father removes her name from his will and from his inheritance shortly after it was discovered that he was not Ruth's biological father. Hayden is accused of misconduct, Ruth fights back legally. There was an assassination attempt on Hayden at Harmony center, he escaped death but with severe injuries. He was rushed to the hospital, Ruth goes to the hospital regularly to check on him. Denouncement: Hayden recovers and returns home. Ruth and Hayden hold their wedding in a small garden. Ruth began her foundation, she called it Aurora foundation, the name of her late mother. She also changes her name to Ruth Aurora. Hayden and Ruth expanded the Harmony Center and the foundation to other states and cities in America. Ruth's father, Maxwell Kelvin, had a stroke and was rushed to the hospital. Ruth visits him seldomly. Veronica, Ruth's stepmother's past is exposed
okeke_lawrence · 1.5K Views

Love after marriage (Elena)

Liam is the CEO of a giant company in London and one of the wealthiest businessmen in the United Kingdom. He has two wives; Elena, his first wife—a strong, independent, and successful woman in her field. Elena’s Company: An investment firm specializing in luxury real estate and sustainable urban projects. She owns several developments in London and Paris, known for her smart and pragmatic leadership in expanding the European market. Liam’s Company: A massive tech conglomerate focused on artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. Based in London, it is one of the largest providers of technological solutions to governments and major corporations across Europe. The Major Project that Forced Their Marriage: Project Name: Lunex Global District Concept: A huge redevelopment project transforming an old industrial area in East London into a fully integrated smart city, including financial centers, residential towers, and advanced technological facilities. It is jointly funded by Liam’s tech company and Elena’s real estate firm. Reason for Marriage: The deal was fraught with political and financial risks, and local governments required a stable long-term partnership. The two families decided the best way to secure this alliance was through the marriage of the direct heirs: Elena and Liam. The marriage was a "strategic human alliance" to ensure the project’s success and safeguard their shared interests. Elena and Liam’s marriage was never a love story but a family agreement between two influential dynasties. They married five years ago for reasons of power and influence. A month after their wedding, Liam married Maria—his longtime lover, a stunningly beautiful woman. Since then, Liam has never spent a single day with Elena. Elena lives alone in a lavish mansion in one of London’s upscale suburbs, while he resides with Maria in another estate. He never touched her, never loved her, and spoke to her only with cold business words. Their relationship is nothing more than a stiff contractual agreement. Liam’s family had a tradition that bothered Elena greatly—the monthly family dinner. Tonight was the night for the monthly dinner hosted by Liam’s parents in their grand ancestral home. After finishing her work at the company, Elena headed there. As soon as she entered the luxurious dining room, her eyes fell on the usual scene: Liam sitting next to Maria, his arm lazily draped around her waist, whispering words that made her blush, then turning a cold, unfriendly glance toward Elena. But as always, his mother and father greeted Elena warmly, as if trying to compensate for the coldness that shrouded her marriage to their son. She sat quietly in her assigned seat, lifting her head proudly, hiding everything boiling inside her beneath her composed expression.
Elena_SMITH · 5.1K Views
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