The Cold Hearted Ceo

Betrayed by those she trusted most, Li Xinyue, the brilliant CEO of Xinyue Corp, dies in disgrace after a corporate coup led by her fiancé and best friend. But fate gives her a second chance—she wakes up in her 22-year-old self, just two years before the betrayal. With the knowledge of the future, she vows to take back what was hers, protect her family, and bring justice to those who wronged her. Along the way, she meets Mo Chen, a cold yet loyal business magnate with secrets of his own. Together, they form an alliance built on ambition—and maybe something deeper.

Minji has always been the unwanted daughter—the outsider in her own family. Ever since her mother was cast aside, her cold-hearted father, cruel stepmother, and jealous stepsister have made her life miserable. But when they force her into a marriage with Kim Joon-seo, the rumored disabled and emotionless CEO, they believe they’ve finally gotten rid of her. What they don’t know… is that they’ve just handed her over to a man far more powerful than they could ever imagine. Joon-seo isn’t the weak, helpless husband they expected. He’s dangerous, fiercely protective, and—above all—obsessed with Minji. Behind closed doors, he shatters every rumor, proving he’s anything but broken. "Who told you to sleep in my bed?" His deep voice sent shivers down her spine. "I... I—" Before she could answer, he climbed onto the bed, his hand wrapping around her wrist, his breath warm against her skin. "Afraid of your own husband?" His lips curled into a smirk. "But I don’t even know you." His grip tightened slightly, his gaze dark and unreadable. "But I do. And I like you… more than anything in this world." Before she could react, his lips crashed against hers, claiming her in a kiss that left her breathless. Minji thought she had escaped one nightmare, but now, trapped in his world, she couldn't tell if she had stepped into another. Because one thing was clear—Kim Joon-seo always gets what he wants. ~~~~~ The Story is a pure fiction. Names and places have nothing to do with anyone in real life. Follow me on Instagram: soli_alex_09

Shangguan Linlang was born into a military family and acquired formidable martial arts skills at a young age. She had a rather fiery personality, and her illustrious military achievements made the Royal Family quite wary of her. In the end, she was sealed away by her deeply beloved fiancé—the Monarch of Yulong Country, Han Ziye—using a forbidden sealing magic. Having just been enthroned as Empress for less than a day, Shangguan Linlang fell into a deep slumber. She thought she would never see the light of day again, but, by a stroke of fate, she was discovered and released by a modern archaeologist, Shangguan Zifeng. The Empress decided to avenge her former disgrace. She went to great lengths to return to ancient times to settle scores with the traitor, Han Ziye. Before the Empress could find him, she herself attracted the attention of the Lord of Demon City—the CEO rumored to have a hand in both the lawful and the underworld, Xuanyuan Wuji. "Who are you people to act so presumptuously before me?" Xuanyuan Wuji's casual scrutiny infuriated Shangguan Linlang, and in a fit of anger, she assumed the posture of the Empress once again. "I am Xuanyuan Wuji. I hope to receive your guidance in the future," Xuanyuan Wuji said, a faint smile on his lips.

Ah Dai, a thief known for his simplicity and innocence, was taken away by the powerful alchemist Goris for some purpose during a theft. From then on, Ah Dai's fate was forever altered. Destiny led him to save the most formidable assassin on the continent. The King of Assassins, driven by revenge, forcibly took Ah Dai to a remote town and generously imparted all he knew. Would Ah Dai transform into a demon from his encounters with the assassin? With the blood-red sun in the sky, anomalies must arise. Blood rain drenches the world, and calamity is imminent. A millennium calamity is about to descend on the continent – who will be the savior? A fusion of kindness and evil, a unification of light and darkness, initiated by the Phoenix's Blood, transcends numerous impediments. Bonded by the Divine Dragon's Blood, love is eternally infused.

“Don’t fall in love with me. You won’t survive it.” When Alicia's father trades her to clear a massive debt, she finds herself trapped in the high-rise world of Anthony Blake, a young billionaire, ruthless CEO, and the coldest man she’s ever met. He needs a fiancée—for one year only. No love. No intimacy. Just a contract that will benefit them both. But living under the same roof with a man like Anthony is dangerous. Not because he’s cruel, but because he sees too much. And he makes her feel things she was never supposed to feel. She was supposed to be a pawn. But he never expected her to become his weakness. A fake engagement. A broken girl. A man who swore never to love. What happens when the lines blur… and one night changes everything?

after dying, our female lead was taken to another world that's completely opposite to her life,her assistant from her old world ended himself and also joined her in the new world,see the progress of the love between side characters and main characters... please note that if you can't handle bløød, don't read

She woke up in silk sheets, in a body that wasn’t hers, wearing a name that once graced tabloids—not tech forums. But Olivia Carter has never been the girl people expect. And neither is Damien Quinn. In a world of power, secrets, and whispered agendas, two dangerously intelligent souls collide. He hides behind cold eyes and empire walls. She hides everything else. What begins with caution simmers into obsession. And in the city that built them, someone’s about to burn it all down—for love, or revenge.

Beatrice was like any other CEO child… well, except for the fact that she wasn’t raised as one. Her mother ran away when she was four months pregnant. Taking Beatrice with her in her womb, she (Beatrice’s mom) went to live with her brother (Beatrice’s uncle) In the swamp of Louisiana. Growing up catching fish, hunting rabbits, dear, and alligators, she’s a far cry from what you would expect. one day when she’s 24 coming in from a turkey hunt her world turns upside down. Her father the former CEO, her older brother, the current CEO of her families company, her second older brother the coding genius and technology prodigy, and her third older brother the cyclist player. They came storming into her life, completely ruining her peace and happiness, under the pretext of saving her from her kidnapper! She argued saying it was insane that a 24-year-old should be under their care, but they did not listen whisking her away to their estate in California and expecting her to live with them. little did they realize she wasn’t just some backwoods bumpkin. She was the legendary designer Willow Wood. known for her use of animal skins which she procured herself. They brought her into their lives now they have to deal with the consequences. This fiery independent woman has come to turn these men’s lives upside down. Along her wild journey she finds the newfound family, burning, passionate lover, and the new appreciation for the city, as well as getting her family far out of their comfort zones. —————————————————— Hello readers, I hope you enjoy my book! It’s a new take on the CEO realm while also sticking to a lot of the CEO tropes! I promise this little firecracker of a female lead will not disappoint you! Please review my book to let me know what you think, leave. Paragraph comments, letting me know what you wanna see or anything you think I should fix, and please add my book to your collection. The cover is generated.

I never loved you. This marriage is just a deal. Don’t expect anything more." Nayla, a small-town girl with nothing but her dreams, is forced to marry a ruthless billionaire CEO, Kenan Ardhana, to save her father from a debt that could destroy their lives. Kenan, cold and calculating, agrees to the contract—not for love, but to fulfill a cruel condition in his grandfather’s will. To the world, they are a picture-perfect couple. But behind closed doors, they live like strangers. As days go by, Nayla starts to see cracks in Kenan’s icy facade. When fake touches turn real and secrets begin to surface, Nayla is left torn between her growing feelings and a man who promised he’d never love her. Can love bloom in a marriage built on lies? Or will the truth destroy them both?

During the medieval period, a war broke out between the people of magic and ordinary humans. Although the magic-wielders emerged victorious, they chose to go into hiding after witnessing the devastating aftermath of the war. A new dimension was discovered by a very powerful person of that time, and the people of magic retreated into it, creating a world separate from the one that had rejected them. Decades passed, and a myth began to spread—a legend that whoever found the Crystal Sword would obtain the power of the gods, becoming the strongest being in existence. Driven by this legend, countless families, societies, clans, and even entire species began searching for the sword. The search continues to this day. Among the most powerful of these is The Aurion Circle—a dominant society comprised of many magical clans. Though united under one banner, the clans often compete with one another, each striving for superiority and influence. Eva Bennett, daughter of the prestigious Bennett Clan, is the most powerful of her generation. Together with her friends, she embarks on a quest to locate the Crystal Sword—and uncover the truth about the consequences of finding it. Along the way, Eva forms an unlikely bond with the heir of the rival Salvatore Clan, a connection that could change everything.

Ares Mahendra adalah CEO muda dan dingin dari Mahendra Corp, dikenal tak berperasaan, tak pernah senyum, dan hidup sepenuhnya untuk kerja. Semua orang takut padanya. Ia terlihat sempurna, tapi hatinya membeku sejak tragedi keluarganya dulu. Tak ada yang tahu, pria itu menyimpan satu rahasia besar dia sudah menikah. Aluna, seorang desainer grafis lepas yang tinggal di pinggiran kota, adalah istri yang ia nikahi diam-diam dua tahun lalu. Bukan karena cinta, tapi karena janji pada ayah Aluna seseorang yang pernah menyelamatkan nyawa Ares dan kini telah tiada. Aluna hidup jauh dari gemerlap kantor Mahendra Corp, tidak pernah menyentuh dunia suaminya. Hingga suatu hari, Aluna diterima bekerja sebagai kontraktor desain di Mahendra Corp tanpa tahu bahwa ia akan bekerja langsung dengan Ares. Sang CEO tak mengenalnya secara terbuka, dan di hadapan publik, mereka adalah dua orang asing. Namun, di balik layar kantor dan dinginnya interaksi profesional, benih cinta mulai tumbuh. Ares yang awalnya menjaga jarak, mulai takut kehilangan. Aluna yang awalnya pasrah dengan status istri rahasia, mulai berani mempertanyakan cinta dan masa depan mereka. Tapi cinta dalam diam tidak cukup. Apalagi ketika muncul sosok wanita dari masa lalu Ares yang mengancam membongkar segalanya. Dan kini Aluna harus memilih: Tetap jadi rahasia... Atau memperjuangkan dirinya jadi yang utama.

"I want a divorce," Xia Yuqing declared, placing the signed papers on her husband's desk. His response? "Pay up 50 million for breaching the marriage contract... or make my mother despise you." Once a powerful empress in her past life, Xia Yuqing has now transmigrated into the body of a woman with the same name, bound in a loveless contract marriage. Fed up and desperate for freedom, she decides to do both: become a money-making machine and a mother-in-law's worst nightmare. But her plans start to hilariously backfire when her cold, distant husband suddenly begins to fall for her. And there's a catch—he looks just like the emperor, her husband from her past life. Now, what will Xia Yuqing do when her cold husband demands a chance at their relationship? Will the once-powerful empress choose her freedom, or will she surrender to the love she never saw coming? *** This is my discord link: https://discord.gg/KSNFUJD

When nobleman Youngwon is forced into a secret marriage with the daughter of a disgraced noble family, He must come to terms with a fate he never chose, living with a woman he doesn’t love, while still haunted by memories of a lost romance. The household of Lord Kim descends into chaos when his two sons, born of different mothers, fall for the same woman. To complicate matters further, Youngwon’s former lover suddenly reappears...

What happens when the ruthless CEO in the business world is forced to get married to a woman by the name, Rayna Dawson, just because she had saved his grandfather's life? Alexander Black, the cold and ruthless CEO in the business world is forced to marry the woman who saved his grandfather's life. He had promised himself never to get tangled up with women again, because they only brought problems. Along the line, he had to accept the marriage but promised himself not get involved with her and not to get close to her and most importantly.. not to fall in love with her. But what happens when he starts to break all the promises he made to himself and starts to fall for her? He realizes later that her family and his family were enemies? Will he love her regardless? Or end their marriage because of their family fued? ************ "How did you seduce my grandfather?" Alexander asked the woman in front of him coldly. Rayna looked at the man in disbelief as if he had sprouted two heads. Was he okay? "I am curious to know how you got him to force me to marry you. What kind of seductive maneuvers did you use on him?" Alexander asked again. "I don't have any idea about what you are talking about, if you would excuse me." Rayna said and was about leaving when a hand grabbed her wrist and pulled her back. She crashed into the man's chest, his scent invading her nostrils and his breath fanned her ears as he spoke. "You don't get to walk out on me!" ******** Follow the exciting story of Alexander and Rayna as they navigate around their relationship!

 It all started with losing her mother, getting thrown into a boarding school, and then having the rumored witch-like princess of the kingdom desire her and want her by all means necessary. But it isn't the innocent type of desire she had expected. It's something much darker than she could ever handle.         ****  Sera didn't think her life would ever take a turn for the worst until her worthless father remarried her mother's half sister and, on her orders, sent Sera to a boarding school that was far off in a different kingdom—Elysium High, an all-girls academy for the most prestigious daughters in all of the seven kingdoms.    In Elysium, only the most powerful could survive, as even the prettiest and most innocent-looking faces had skeletons in their closests and would ruin anyone or anything that got in their way. Unfortunately for innocent and naive Sera, she would become the newest prey of Elysium, and everyone wants a piece of the beautiful redhead.     But what happens when the most unexpected person also takes an interest in her?   Electra's name alone was enough to get the entire school shaking in fear. Not only was she the only heir to the most powerful kingdom in the realm, she was also known as the cold-hearted queen of Elysium High. Nothing and no one ever caught Electra's attention, until the arrival of Sera, where everything changed.     And all it took was for clumsy Sera to bump into the most powerful one of them all.  *** THIS BOOK IS RATED 18+! It contains matured content such as: ⁃ Bullying ⁃ Smut (BDSM included) ⁃ Violence. So read with caution, and don't say you weren't warned!

Struggling artist Ren Yuhan never expected a single accident to flip his life upside down. One ruined painting. A four-million yuan debt. And a cold, mysterious CEO who offers him an impossible choice: jail… or marriage. Forced into a one-year contract marriage with Li Zeyan, Ren is thrown into a world of luxury, secrets, and dangerous emotions. What starts as a fake relationship begins to feel all too real. But Li Zeyan is hiding something—and Ren’s heart might not survive the truth. Enemies to lovers. Cold CEO x soft artist. A slow-burn romance full of angst, comfort, and secret kisses.

Some hearts freeze to protect themselves. Others, to forget what warmth once felt like. Odette Throne never needed anyone. Or so she told herself. Quiet, composed, and emotionally detached, Odette leaves everything familiar behind—her city, her routines, and every tie she never truly valued—for a fresh start at a university abroad. She isn’t here to make friends. She isn’t here to belong. She’s here to be alone—intentionally, perfectly, peacefully alone. But then she meets him. Frost Ashford—sharp-tongued, unreadable, and just as cold as the snow-covered streets that surround them. From the moment they cross paths, a silent rivalry begins—icy stares, indifferent conversations, and a magnetic tension that neither of them fully understands nor wants to admit. As their paths continue to tangle, Odette is forced to confront a truth she’s long buried: it’s not isolation she needs—it’s connection, the kind that doesn’t demand too much or dig too deep. But Frost has his own reasons for staying frozen. And sometimes, love doesn’t melt cold hearts—it shatters them. Taken by the Cold is a slow-burning, emotional rom-com about two guarded souls learning that even the coldest winters can feel like home—when you stop pretending you don’t need warmth.

Forced into a contract marriage to save her dying brother, Amara Grey signs her name next to the most ruthless businessman in the country, Ethan Blackwood, the cold hearted CEO with a heart rumored to be made of stone. To the world, it's a perfect arrangement. To Ethan, it's just business. But to Amara, it's a prison with golden bars. Bound by a one-year marriage agreement with strict rules, no touching, no emotions, no interference in each other's lives, Amara struggles to survive in a world far colder than she ever imagined. But as secrets from Ethan’s tragic past slowly unravel, Amara begins to see the man behind the ice, and he begins to question everything he’s ever believed about love. Can a woman with a heart full of warmth melt the walls of a man who’s forgotten how to feel? Or will the contract end with more pain than it began?

Moon Young Jae’s homophobic family considered him a disgrace and held his freedom in their clutch. Even with being obedient, he was not free from their abuse. Young Jae was almost blinded and crippled by his father when he stood up for himself for the first time. Left to bleed and die, luckily, he did have a family who wanted to save him. It was twin cousins, who were disowned long before him, who saved him. Sad and hopeless, Young Jae became curious when he met his cousins’ friend, who understood him better than anyone, even without words. Curiosity got the best of him, and he ended by handing his heart, love and soul over a plater as a price. Slowly, Young Jae fell in love with everything about and around Min Jun and eventually fell for the man. Calculative Wang Min Jun entered Young Jae’s life accidentally. He challenged Young Jae's belief with a warm smile and flipped Young Jae’s world upside down. Min Jun read Young Jae like an open book. He planned to get over the little crush he had on his seniors' cousin brother but failed miserably. Min Jun did not like the often-visited ‘frown’ between those beautiful eyebrows and even the always singing of ‘sigh’ through those sinful lips. Min Jun made it his mission to change it only to fall for everything about Young Jae. Wang Min Jun carried his share of baggage, but he was well-prepared to meet the demons from the past head-on. But Young Jae became a mess whenever his past demons decided to pay a visit. He realised he did not have to face anything alone as he has a wonderful boyfriend who cherishes everything about him. Both faced their past demons and trauma together. When a person betrayed by a family fell in love with a person who holds his family above everything, sparks flew, and hearts soared in happiness. Will their story has a harmonious bell, or would it be a sea of misery? Teaser: Files were shattered all over Min Jun’s bed, and his laptop was placed on the bedside table. It chimed once in a while, indicating a new email for him to check. The work was piling more and more as he was diligently finishing it. Young Jae walked into his boyfriend’s bedroom to witness his handsome lover working hard. "Jun Jun! Are you busy?" Even though Young Jae did not want to disturb his lover, he knew he needed some help to impress his boss. "Never for you, love. Tell you what you need?" Min Jun did not lift his head from the file he was going through, but the warmth in his voice reached Young Jae's heart without fail. "Do you have a minute to help me in reviewing my monthly internship report? I have to present to our boss tomorrow morning." Young Jae pouted as he asked. Min Ju looked at his adorable tokki and smiled mischievously. "You are brave, asking your superior to help you sneakily. I can't do it for free. I need a huge bribe to help you. What are you planning to offer?" "Be serious. You have too much work to do." Young Jae chided his shameless boyfriend, who never failed to seize every opportunity to make him moan and groan as he takes him to the pleasurable heaven. "Exactly. I have too much work to do. If I am taking my time to help you, I need something in return. Something so tempting that I don’t mind cramping lots of things later." Min Jun smiled like a devil he was as he grabbed Young Jae towards him. The little rabbit who fell into the cunning wolf's lap did not even get a chance to protest as he was devoured breathlessly. Young Jae forgot why he entered the wolf's lair altogether. Min Jun pushed the files away to make space for his little rabbit to lay down comfortably. Young Jae’s report was long forgotten as a treacherous hand started to caress him again under the shirt as a sinful sound filled the room. P.s: The cover belongs to the rightful owner, and it will be removed if the original owner asks to do so. WARNING: THIS IS A GAY LOVE STORY WITH BDSM. IF YOU ARE NOT COMFORTABLE WITH IT, SPARE THE NOVEL. Discord: https://discord.gg/jSQxjwPV5s

He married me to steal my dead father’s small company. She killed me to take my life. I was foolish. I thought marrying Frost—the cold, powerful CEO—was a fairytale. I thought I was special when he said, “Let’s build a family together.” But behind his handsome face was betrayal, and standing beside him… was my own stepmother, Anika—the woman who raised me, loved by everyone, hated by no one. They killed me. Together. But fate gave me a second chance. This time, I’ll smile sweetly at the man who buried me. I’ll call my stepmother ‘Mom’ like the obedient daughter she wants. And when they least expect it— I’ll destroy them both. Love? It’s dead. Revenge? That’s the only thing I have left.

Bagi para pebisnis dan pengamat ekonomi, Justin Alexander punya satu definisi: Nyaris sempurna. Tampan. Seksi. Billionaire muda. CEO dari Alexander Enterprises Holdings, Inc. yang jenius dan disegani. Ia adalah legenda di dunia korporat sekaligus teka-teki hidup yang tak bisa ditebak siapa pun. Bahkan, hampir seluruh karyawan di Alexander Enterprises Holdings, Inc. tak pernah benar-benar melihat wajah CEO mereka itu. Namun, di balik reputasi yang gemilang itu, beredar rumor bahwa Justin adalah seorang bajingan; dia nyaris tak tersentuh dan tak berperasaan. Dan Violette? Gadis itu hanyalah seorang pegawai yang baru tiga hari bekerja di perusahaan itu, tanpa tahu bahwa CEO-nya adalah Justin, teman lamanya. Teman masa kecilnya. Partner dalam organisasi gelap yang pernah mereka tinggalkan bersama di Prancis. Setelah organisasi itu runtuh, mereka pun terpisah. Violette tak pernah tahu ke mana Justin pergi. Namun, saat menemukan nama Violette dalam hasil survei internal, Justin mengenalinya seketika. Violette kaget bukan main, soalnya tiba-tiba namanya dipanggil ke lantai eksekutif! Dan sekarang? Violette bekerja langsung di bawah Justin. Menjadi asistennya. Sial. Bagi Violette, Justin bukan lagi pria yang ia kenal dahulu; Justin telah berubah menjadi pria dingin, penuh rahasia, dan mematikan dalam diamnya. Namun, hal yang lebih menyebalkan adalah: pria itu tahu persis bagaimana membuat Violette salah tingkah dengan satu kalimat saja. Dengan senyum miringnya, Justin bisa membuat Violette (yang cerewet, spontan, dan ekspresif itu) jadi blushing, salah tingkah, dan kehilangan kendali atas dirinya sendiri. Catatan penting dari Violette: berhati-hatilah! Justin Alexander ternyata adalah seorang perayu ulung yang mesum! ****** Judul lama: Life Revolution Judul Bahasa Indonesia: CEO Dingin Perayu Ulungku!

"I was sold to the Alpha of the Blood Moon Pack… on the night I found out I was pregnant with his child."When broke and desperate 19-year-old Ella agrees to marry a mysterious, powerful Alpha in exchange for money to save her sister’s life, she doesn’t expect to be mated to the ruthless king of beasts — Alpha Xander.Cold. Emotionless. Dangerous.He marks her. Owns her. And makes it clear — she’s nothing but a contract to him.But what he doesn’t know is... Ella’s already carrying his pup — from a night neither of them remembers.As secrets unravel and enemies close in, will the cold Alpha burn in the fire of his own heart?A dark romance filled with pain, betrayal, possessive love, and a mate bond that defies fate. Will she survive being hated by the man whose touch sets her soul on fire?

What would you do if the only job that could save your life—required becoming someone you're not? Ava is broke, desperate, and one rent payment away from losing not just her future, but the home she shares with her best friend—the one person who’s always believed in her. With no options left, she does the unthinkable. Now she's navigating a high-stakes corporate world, tangled in secrets and desire. Can she survive the pressure… without losing herself, or the person who matters most? Content Warning: This story contains gender disguise, forbidden attraction, contract marriage drama, betrayal, dangerously slow-burn romance, and Steamy explicit scene

A marriage signed in hatred. A passion neither can deny. Ariana Miller never expected her father would sell her off to the man who ruined her family. Damian Blackwood—cold, ruthless, and devastatingly handsome—is the last person she ever wanted to marry. He’s her enemy. Her nightmare. The man who destroyed her father’s company and now demands her as payment. But behind the venomous words and icy glares, a darker truth begins to unravel. Why did Damian choose her? And why does her heart betray her every time he's near? As secrets surface and enemies circle, Ariana must decide: Can she survive this marriage of convenience, or will she lose herself to the man she was raised to hate? -Enemies-to-lovers -Forced marriage -Cold CEO x Fiery heroine -Secrets, revenge, obsession… and forbidden chemistry

Aurora, the most sought-after courtesan, was consumed by her obsession with avenging her family’s death by murdering the king. However, fate took an unexpected turn when she unknowingly saved the very man she despised, setting in motion a series of unforeseen troubles.

Ava Sinclair, once the cherished daughter of a wealthy family, finds her world in ruins after her father's mysterious death and the collapse of their company. Now struggling to pay for her younger brother’s life-saving treatments, Ava is drowning in debt with no options left. Just when she’s about to break, Damien Blackwood — a cold, calculating billionaire with a reputation for cruelty , offers her a deal: marry him for one year in exchange for money, protection, and complete financial support. But the contract comes with strict conditions . No intimacy, no emotions, and no freedom. What Ava doesn’t know is that Damien has a hidden agenda. Years ago, he was destroyed by her family’s betrayal and he believes Ava played a role in that downfall. What started as a calculated move to humiliate her turns unexpectedly complicated when the woman he wants to break turns out to be stronger than he imagined. Living under the same roof, Ava quietly endures Damien’s cold stares and sharp words, facing humiliation from his staff, his social circle, and the media. But she never bends. Her quiet strength and fierce loyalty begin to unsettle him. Damien, expecting a spoiled heiress, instead finds a woman with fire buried beneath the ashes of her broken life. As Damien plays puppet master, controlling parts of Ava’s life from behind the scenes, Ava begins to uncover pieces of the past — the truth behind her father’s fall, and Damien’s connection to it. Meanwhile, Ava’s ex-fiancé resurfaces, hoping to exploit her vulnerability again. But this time, Damien intervenes, destroying the man publicly in a savage business move that stuns everyone. Ava, tired of being controlled, begins to fight back. She focuses on building something of her own — perhaps a fashion brand, legal service, or business startup — proving she’s not just a pawn in a man’s world. Her newfound independence draws attention, and even Damien starts seeing her as an equal rather than a tool for revenge. But as their icy dynamic begins to melt, one stolen kiss, one accidental moment of vulnerability, sparks something far more dangerous than hatred. Desire. Their passion simmers beneath the surface as both try to pretend it means nothing. But Damien is losing control. His long-held anger starts to unravel as he realizes Ava may have been innocent all along. When the truth finally surfaces that Ava was manipulated just like him , the weight of his guilt crushes him. Ava, devastated by his betrayal and manipulation, leaves him. Without her, Damien crumbles. For the first time, he’s forced to confront his own demons, the pain of the past, the lies he believed, and the woman he pushed away. Meanwhile, Ava begins investigating her father's death in earnest, uncovering a darker conspiracy that links back to the real person who destroyed both their families. When this hidden enemy targets Ava directly, Damien risks everything to save her. Together, they expose the truth, reclaim what was stolen from them, and take revenge on the ones who once broke them. In the end, Ava’s brother is saved, her business thrives, and she no longer needs a man to survive. But when Damien asks her to marry him again , this time without a contract , Ava makes her own choice. She chooses him not out of desperation, but out of love. Their story closes with redemption, healing, and a future built not on revenge, but on hard-earned trust and desire. Perhaps with a wedding vow renewal, a pregnancy reveal, or a quiet moment of peace between two once-broken souls who now belong only to each other.