Stealing The Bride

CONTENT WARNING: /This novel contains mature themes, explicit sexual content, strong language, and adult situations. Reader discretion is advised./ --- She ran from the devil who raised her… And married the one who wore a crown. After her parents’ tragic death, Lydia Andreyevna’s life became a nightmare. Stripped of her name, inheritance, and freedom by her uncle—Lord Alexander—she was treated like property and promised to a Count four times her age. Desperate to escape, she fled into the cold night… and straight into blood. A stranger. Wounded. Beautiful. Terrifying. She should’ve left him. But she didn’t. She touched him once—and fate branded her forever. Her uncle caught her the next morning. Her escape failed. But when she begged Queen Olga for protection, the Queen offered her a deadly bargain: Marry the masked Grand Duke of Zolotaria. The king’s hunting dog. The butcher of the East. The devil in a crown. The man feared by kings. The heir to the throne. The same man she once saved. Ivan Romanov. They say he bathes in blood. That he kills without blinking. That he conquered kingdoms with a smile behind a mask. That no one sees his face—and lives. Some call him the devil. Others call him Death’s favorite son. But behind the mask is the same man she found dying in the dark. The same voice that haunted her dreams. The same hands she once held. Now, he’s her husband. Her jailer. Her obsession. She doesn’t know if she’s his prisoner, or his weakness. Cold and untouchable, Ivan doesn’t share his bed. Doesn’t share his secrets. But she sees it—the hunger in his eyes. The pain in his silence. The way he looks at her like she’s the only thing keeping his demons at bay. She should fear him. She should hate him. But the moment she dares to take off his mask… it’s already too late. Because Ivan wants her—her fire, her body, her heart. And in his world, what he wants, he keeps. Even if it means burning down the kingdom. She thought she was running from hell. She ended up in his bed. And the most dangerous thing of all? She doesn’t want to leave. ___________________________________ Just a Heads-Up: The spicy stuff doesn't happen right away. It begins from chapter 28. This story takes its time setting the mood and building the connection first—trust the slow burn!

(TRIGGER WARNING: DARK THEMES AND MATURE CONTENT) Imagine being a powerless witch, the lowest of the supernatural food chain, when you're from a bloodline of some of the most powerful witches in the planet. Yeah. Tragic. But now on top of that, imagine finding out that you're the fated mate of some cold, ruthless Alpha King who's rumored to bath in the blood of his enemies and eat little witches for dinner. That's just bad luck at this point. But it's the life of Odessa Pierce. ––––– In a modern Earth torn by a century long war between the werewolves and witches, with humans stuck in the middle, Odessa Pierce's life is changed forever. She's unexpectedly chosen by the Alpha King of the North American region himself to be his BRIDE to seal a "truce". However, in a shocking twist, she discovers that she's mated to the ruthless Alpha King and now has to navigate her growing feelings for a man she thought she'd hate, while still trying to survive in a world that's out to eliminate her kind. As ancient prophecies and dangerous enemies arise, will she be able to pierce through the dark veil clouding the Alpha King's heart and make him accept her? Or will their forbidden romance ultimately crumble under the brunt of the secrets and revelations that begin sprouting? And what will be her role in this never-ending war? Follow Odessa and Kaelos in a dark, delicious ride filled with magic, lust, blood, and the kind of chaos only fate can create. ***** EXCERPT: "Odessa..." His whisper brought me back to reality, causing me to flutter my eyelids as I brought my gaze back to his silver eyes. "Focus. Tell me to shove it in." Argh, what's his fucking problem? "Since when do you care about what I think?" "I don't." He suddenly responded, causing me to clench my jaw. "If I wanted to, I'd simply tie you up without saying a thing and then fuck you until the entire pack hears you screaming my name. But..." He paused, his smirk turning into a grin as he brought his mouth to my ear and whispered. "... I want to see you beg for it. I want to see you grovel at my feet, pleading for the sweet release of me fucking you. The mate bond has heightened your sex drive, hon. And I'm the only one capable of taming it." ***** (This book is a 2025 WSA Entry. Your support is very appreciated! You can follow the author on Discord: @malachijayden.)

Arabella Saint-James, a cold, reclusive New Orleans heiress, inherits her late husband Elias’s decaying estate and a beautiful, unsettling slave boy named Jonah who's mute, otherworldly, and tethered to the land by forces Arabella can’t yet see. As her suspicions mount, Arabella uncovers Elias’s dark obsession with voodoo and ritual possession. Jonah, it turns out, was never a boy, but a vessel: crafted for a god Elias tried to summon. That god, Mal Lune, now lives inside Jonah, dormant but awakening. Arabella must confront the horrors of her past, including her betrayal of Colette, Elias’s mistress and the first failed vessel. As the house itself turns against her, Arabella is forced to decide whether to complete the ritual or destroy it and Jonah. But her final act is neither. She rewrites the ritual at a great cost by fracturing her own memory and choosing not death, but surrender. In saving Jonah, she loses the part of herself that belonged to Elias. Now alone but reborn, Arabella remains as the estate guardian not of the past, but of the silence that follows it.

When Madison Hayes is forced into a contract marriage with ruthless billionaire Logan Carter to save her father’s bankrupt company, she accepts her fate without complaint, believing love will grow. But Logan remains cold and indifferent, treating her as nothing more than a decorative wife. Years later, when Madison is diagnosed with cancer, she realises life is too short to keep begging for love that was never hers. As she begins fighting for her survival and pursues her long-abandoned dream of becoming an artist, Logan begins to notice the woman slipping away from him – the woman he never knew he needed until he risks losing her forever. In this raw, emotional journey of healing, betrayal, empowerment, and unexpected love, Madison will discover that her worth was never tied to his affection… but will Logan learn to love before it’s too late?

Once childhood friends, now reluctant strangers—Lady Clara Valdemont and General Darrell Storm are bound by an arranged marriage meant to unite two feuding houses. Once allies, the Storms and Valdemonts were torn apart by betrayal and bloodshed. Now, the kingdom’s fragile peace rests on the shoulders of a bride and groom who barely speak. As Clara walks down the aisle, memories of the boy who used to tease her and teach her how to fish clash with the man waiting at the altar—stoic, cold, and unreadable. Darrell has not forgotten the past, nor has he forgiven it. Their vows are spoken through clenched teeth, their first kiss a mere brush on the cheek. This is not a love story born of fate—it is one that must fight to be written. In a kingdom of politics, pride, and pain, can two broken hearts learn to beat as one again?

For fourteen years, Kaida lived in the shadow of her arranged marriage to Lupus, the powerful Alpha of the Silver Fang pack. What began as a cold union soon becomes a bond tested by betrayal, prophecy, and a secret that could tear their world apart. When an ancient intruder breaks into their manor, awakening the cursed legacy buried under their home, Kaida discovers she is no ordinary bride, she is the last blood of the Moon Priestess, and her sacrifice may be the only thing that can save their pack. With her marriage bound by fate and her blood tied to power, can Kaida rewrite a destiny carve on stone?

She was the overlooked country girl, ridiculed by all, who married Ethan Lancaster—the most powerful man in the city—for the sake of her sister. By day, she lived humbly as a quiet housemaid. By night, she shed her disguise, revealing a face of breathtaking beauty, stepping into the role of a billionaire’s secret stand-in bride. When her secret identity was exposed, the social elite eagerly waited to see her fall from grace. But instead of collapsing, she rose—crafting luxury perfumes, developing miracle cures, and leaving chaos in her wake. And that cold, untouchable CEO? He became hopelessly obsessed. Cradling her in his arms, he declared to the world: "She’s mine. Touch her, and you answer to me."

In a kingdom ruled by vampires, peace between rival blood clans is fragile—held together by an ancient pact requiring the vampire High Lord, Dorian Veyr, to take seven brides, one from each clan, every hundred years. This time, however, Dorian has a secret. He doesn't care for politics, nor for the war-thirsty nobles that circle like vultures. He only wants her—Kaelira, the sixth bride. But Kaelira isn't who she seems. A commoner posing as a noble, she's been trained since childhood to infiltrate the palace and assassinate the High Lord. Her people have lived in the shadows, suffering under vampire rule, and she’s their last hope. She’s meant to kill him on their wedding night and disappear into legend. What Kaelira never expected was to find herself drawn to Dorian- his kindness, his loneliness, his terrifying beauty… and the way he looks at her as if he’s known her forever. Because he has. Centuries ago, Kaelira lived another life as the mortal woman who betrayed Dorian and sparked a civil war that nearly destroyed the vampire race. Reborn with no memory of who she once was, she now finds herself caught in a deadly tangle of past and present, love and vengeance. But the seventh bride is arriving and she’s not a pawn. She’s a weapon. As betrayal brews and ancient prophecies awaken, Kaelira must make an impossible choice: fulfill her mission and kill the only man who’s ever truly loved her, or protect him, and watch the world burn.

Becoming the bride of the most desired and dangerous Alpha is no fairytale, but a bloody nightmare. Lyla Gray, a young human woman, is taken from a life of poverty and dumped into a world of wealth, politics, and Lycans... sold into an arranged union with a man she neither trusts nor desires. Her marriage to Zephyrus Wrath, the fearsome and filthy-rich Alpha of a dominant Lycan pack, is not born out of love, but forced by his pack’s traditions and their pressure. He never wanted a mate. But when duty calls, he bends, just enough to take a bride. What he doesn’t expect is to want her. Uncontrollably. Madly. Yet even as the desire is evident between them, he refuses to force the bond. He wants Lyla to choose him willingly. But Lyla is no calm, submissive woman. She challenges him at every turn, determined to frustrate him enough to make him back down and send her away. Yet in doing so, she draws dangerous attention to herself. Eyes that see her as ungrateful, as someone who should feel honored to be Zephyr’s 'Chosen'. MATURE CONTENT WARNING!!!

The Bride They Burned He married me for a bet. Then made me bleed to entertain his friends. I was the perfect wife. Obedient. Loving. Devoted. Until my husband turned my life into a game. > “Walk on glass to save your son.” “Smile while you bleed.” “Beg like a good girl.” And when I finally broke, they ended me—with a knife to my heart and laughter in their eyes. But I didn't stay dead. I returned in a new body. More beautiful. More dangerous. And this time—I won’t cry. I won’t beg. I’ll make them fall for me. And then I’ll destroy them. One by one. ---

In every curse, there is a blessing. Zhanna came from a long line of cursed witches of which she was the last. Destined to die at twenty, she made the most of her short life. A princess. A wife. Ruler of two kingdoms. Life was perfect… until it wasn’t. Betrayed by the man she loved, humiliated, and murdered in cold blood, Zhanna’s fairytale ended in tragedy. But fate gave her another chance. Reborn in a new world, with no memory of her true identity, she swore to rewrite her destiny only to walk straight into chaos once again. Shura thought he was just a warrior. Rich, famous… but empty. When he took on a quest to kill the last witch alive and fulfill his mother’s dying wish, he never imagined he’d fall for the very woman fate meant him to destroy. Two strangers. One curse. A love that could doom them both. Are they really enemies… or something much more? --- Inspired by Miss_behaviour and thatamazinggirl’s The Cursed Prince's Strange bride

(First volume complete) What could be worse than getting married to a demon prince as a human princess for a forced truce? Being in a place surrounded by demons was like a nightmare to Aelin. Demons and humans have always despised each other after all. But things only go downhill, when her husband leaves her shortly after they spend a night together to go fight a war with unknown beings which leaves Aelin at the mercy of her enemies

[Updating Every Day Again!!(Except Saturday)] After dying while trying to save the Hero's life, only to be abandoned by him the very next instant, Raven ends up before the goddess who'd given him as well as his party their powers. Having witnessed the Hero's failures, the Goddess and Raven strike a deal of mutual benefit. And what's the deal you ask? He has to take over the Hero's spot and strike the forces of evil out of her world. And his reward? The power to steal any woman of course! Revived with the power to seduce anyone no matter their relationship status, the biggest playboy adventurer begins his journey to rack up the highest body count throughout the world! Special Note: Uncensored character pics on my discord server, please join! Warnings: R18||Violence||BDSM||Heavy Netori Elements(Mc stealing other people's woman) [Note]: 1. None of the heroines will cheat on MC 2. It does involve MC stealing other people's partners - (Netori) 3. Any support especially gifts, golden tickets, votes, etc = more updates more frequently 4. Please let me know about any grammatical errors in any chapter through the comments. 5. Complaints about anything that I've already warned about in the 'warning' section will be ignored. Connect with me here to keep up with the story's progress: Discord: https://discord.gg/JvdHxKekh2

Valerie transmigrated into a novel as Anastasia who has to fight for the position of the empress. She is forced to impersonate her sister Guinevere just to survive. The tried to avoid the Emperor but ends us been bounded to him by fate

Why build a harem… …when you can steal everyone else’s? Rejected without confessing. Friendzoned before even speaking. Too bad for them he’s done being average. Armed with a system that thrives on charisma (even if his starts at rock bottom), sharp tongue, and unmatched game sense, Eiden isn’t here to play nice. He’s not the hero, not the villain he’s the damn glitch in the story. The protagonist ?? He’ll outwit them. The arrogant beauties? He’ll make them kneel. The childhood sweethearts, the princesses, the cold beauties? They’ll come to him. Willingly. This isn’t your story. It’s his conquest. And no harem is safe.

Astraea is banished from the underworld and sent to the human world after being falsely accused of murder. After being sent to live among humans, whom she loathes, she encounters a human who would turn out to be her saving grace in ways that she couldn't even begin to imagine. *** Zephyra has always had a hard life. Born to an abusive father and a weak mother, she has spent her entire life fighting for herself and believing that no one was going to save her, until one day, Astraea shows up, and Zephyra finally feels like she finally met her guardian angel. But what happens when the angel turns out to be a demon whose presence sucks out every last drop of her humanity and turns her into an empty vessel—literally? This book is rated 18+ with mature content such as: *Violence {lots of it} *Smut P.S: Characters might be mentally unstable sometimes. Enjoy!

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A DEVIL FALLS IN LOVE? *** Alice was told that she was cursed. Perhaps she didn't need to be told. It was as clear as day. The only thing she wanted was MONEY. And she would do anything to get it. Even if it meant pretending to be her twin sister to change her fate. For one year. She didn't mind being a fake and marrying the Wildfire Heir. He would barely be around, she had been told. 'He doesn't seem like much trouble,' she had also been told. 'The third son, on the other hand, is crazy. Stay away from him.' 'As for the second son... avoid him at all costs.' 'Do not cross his path.' But she did. She crossed his path. In fact, she went right into his path herself. And as if that wasn't bad enough, the groom was changed at the last minute. To the Second Son! He was as hot as he was cold. A terrifyingly sexy man who looked like the man she always saw in her dreams. Was this all merely a coincidence? But that wasn't all. She hadn't expected pretending to be her sister to be this tough. First of all, she missed a very important detail: her sister was a Lawyer. She, on the other hand, was only familiar with "You have the right to remain silent..." Secondly, her sister was picky. She was vegetarian. She didn't drink. And... she was bullied? And just maybe... there was more to her sudden disappearance. Her life was about to get much more complicated. Especially with those scary blue eyes watching her every move like a predator on a mission. One year. Was the benefit worth it—worth putting her life on the line to deceive the Wildfires? She might die before the year was over. **** "Women like powerful men, Boss. They like to feel powerless when they are with a man." Hades had initially scoffed, but the idea had wormed its way into his mind. So when he saw her coming from the opposite direction, he decided to test this theory on her. Women liked to feel powerless? As soon as she saw him, her gaze sharpened, wondering why that madman was looking at her with a determined glint in his eyes. Should she run away? But he was already in front of her. "What are you—" He scoops Alice off the ground in one swift motion and drapes her over his shoulder like a sack of flour. All shocked eyes turned to the scene, but no one dared say a word, as they froze mid-air. "HADES!! YOU IMBECILE! PUT ME DOWN THIS INSTANT!" She thrashes wildly, kicking her legs and flailing her arms. Hades, however, remains unfazed, carrying her out of the place with a triumphant smirk. He didn't believe in love theories, but he had a feeling she would be falling in love with him after this. At the other end, three of his underling watched the scene. "I think Lady Boss is enjoying it. She looks… happy." One noted. The other underling tried to stare intently at Alice's upside-down face. "I think so... I've never seen her look so bubbly around the boss." The third underling was watching, slack-jawed. He facepalmed dramatically. This wasn't what he meant when he told them women liked to feel powerless. Meanwhile, Alice... (Still screaming) *** EXCERPT II: "She is not answering your calls and told you to STOP calling her. Boss, I think your little bride might be mad at you." He snorted. "You are so clueless." "What's your insight, Boss?" "If she keeps rejecting my calls, it only means one thing..." They all leaned closer to hear his powerful insight. "She wants my physical presence," he said with a smug look. One of them wanted to say he didn't think so, but he was too scared to say anything. "Should I go. Should I not go?" He contemplated with a bored look on his face. "GRANT HER WISH, BOSS!" The other clueless henchmen echoed passionately. He smirked. "If you say so," and then he stood up. "Get the car." **** Pleasee add to your library. A bit of dark and fluffy romance. 18+ Comedic. Makes you sit in the edge as Alice tries her best to never get caught (quite futile) See you in the comment section!

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

The Blood King's Bride A desperate union born of ancient curses and shadowed thrones, The Blood King's Bride weaves a tale of fated love, insidious betrayal, and a queen’s fight for agency in a realm ruled by night. Seraphina, a spirited Elowen queen, finds herself a pawn in a brutal game, forcibly betrothed to Khael, the formidable and gravely cursed Blood King of Aethel. His heart, a relic of an ancient evil, is slowly turning to dust, and only an intimate bond with an Elowen queen is believed to stave off his demise. But in this kingdom of eternal night, duty is a cold master, and the path to salvation is shrouded in deceit. Khael, a monarch burdened by centuries of power and isolation, sees Seraphina as merely a means to an end, a reluctant sacrifice for his realm's survival. Yet, fate has a far more intricate design. When a mysterious venom threatens to consume Khael entirely, Seraphina’s unique Elowen blood proves to be the true, potent antidote—a truth far more complex than any whispered legend. This profound, unforeseen exchange of life ignites an unprecedented connection: Khael, the formidable vampire, gains the terrifying and intimate ability to hear Seraphina's every thought, from her innocent wonders to her most vulnerable fears and burgeoning, undeniable affection. This newfound intimacy accelerates their perilous bond, even as it rips open wounds of the past. The venom, it’s revealed, is no random curse, but a calculated act of treachery orchestrated by Lucien, Khael’s own banished brother, in a chilling alliance with the cunning sorceress Elara. Lucien, once the charismatic heart to Khael’s steady hand, now plots to reclaim his throne, fueled by bitter resentment and a twisted vision for Aethel. As Khael grapples with the physical echoes of his curse and the agonizing betrayal of a brotherhood shattered, Seraphina sheds her initial fear, transforming into a fiercely devoted queen. She finds solace in her chatty, perceptive handmaiden, Thalia, whose quiet concern about the full extent of Khael's lingering magical ailment subtly contrasts with Seraphina's hopeful belief in his complete recovery. Meanwhile, Khael’s stoic vampire general, Lyra, a pillar of unwavering loyalty, maintains a vigilant watch, his usual silence broken only by unwavering devotion to his king. Seeking a moment of solace and connection amidst the brewing storm, Khael guides Seraphina, Thalia, and Lyra to a hidden sanctuary—a breathtaking expanse of dandelions, tulips, and daisies nestled by a crystalline lake, overlooking the vast kingdom. Here, beside a weathered stone bearing the intertwined initials of ‘K’ and ‘L’, Khael peels back centuries of stoicism, revealing poignant memories of a cherished brotherhood with Lucien long before the dark descent. Amidst Khael’s raw vulnerability, the contrasting, grounded dynamic between the ever-chattering Thalia and the steadfast, laconic Lyra adds both humor and a nuanced layer to their evolving journey. The Blood King's Bride is an emotionally charged exploration of healing, hidden truths, and the enduring power of connection, set against the volatile backdrop of a kingdom teetering on the precipice of an ancient war and a love forged in the crucible of destiny.

"Why?? What did I do to deserve this??" "Kill her." Esther De Geire, princess of SilverCrest Empire was killed brutally by her own family. All memories of her life flashed through her eyes and she realised that the family she ran after, never cared for her. When she opened her eyes, she was lying on bed of unknown man. "Where am I? Am I reborn?" The answer was No. Then why is she in a strange man's room who is looking at her with eyes that was filled with happiness and relief. "I will take my revenge no matter what." "Let me help you wifey." The guy looked at Esther with a sinister smile. 'My wife is so innocent and sweet. How can she hurt a fly?' The guy was thinking. But what he didn't knew was that Innocent Esther was a lethal weapon. With a catastrophe that's coming soon, will they be able to stay alive to take revenge or the destruction will be inevitable?

patreon.com/WeakVisible for Advance Chapter Stealing Heroine from Protagonist with System WARNING MATURE CONTENT!!!!! R-18

Zaiyila thought she had suffered enough—betrayed by her own mother and sold into marriage with a wealthy, aging man. But on the night of her pre-wedding ceremony, everything takes a dark and unexpected turn. A swarm of deadly snakes descends upon the gathering, killing her groom-to-be and throwing the hall into chaos. Fear spreads as the people recognize the serpents as the servants of the enigmatic and terrifying Snake King, Everett. When Everett himself arrives—a striking, horned man of unmatched beauty and power—Zaiyila finds herself drawn to him in ways she cannot explain. Despite the fear he inspires in others, she feels an unshakable connection to him, one that transcends the realm of logic. The moment she defies the fearful kneeling of the crowd, she unknowingly seals her fate. Taken into Everett’s domain, Zaiyila is forced to confront not only the dangerous, supernatural world she’s been thrust into but also the awakening desires she cannot deny. As she unravels the truth about her past and her connection to the Snake King, she must decide—will she resist the pull of destiny, or will she embrace the darkness and passion that Everett offers? A tale of betrayal, power, and an irresistible bond, Bride of the Serpent King explores the fine line between fear and desire, fate and choice. ---

Alessia Bianchi has survived ten years in silence, bound to the Morano crime family to repay her late father’s mysterious debt. But when her service nears its end, a new chain is fastened around her neck, marriage to Luca Morano, the family’s feared and volatile heir. Luca is every bit the monster they warned her about: powerful, merciless, and dangerously captivating. He’s known for breaking rules and women. But when his obsession with Alessia ignites, so does something unexpected… desire, protection, and a hunger to possess her completely. Torn between her loyalty to a lost love and the storm Luca awakens inside her, Alessia discovers her fate was never hers to escape. Buried deep in her memory lies a secret her father died to protect an encrypted weapon that could eliminate the Atlan Syndicate and crown the Moranos kings of the underworld. But claiming that power means choosing a side, losing herself in the process and even loosing Luca's soul. As war erupts, loyalties fracture, and blood stains white silk, Alessia must decide: Will she give herself to a man born of darkness… Will Luca ever truly love her without possessing her? What if the very secrets hold were the reason her father died? Will Lorenzo rise again not as her saviour but as her enemy? Or rise from the ashes of her past and take control of a world that tried to silence her?

A mysterious man saves a village girl from a monster. Later, she discovers he’s an immortal king who must take a bride every hundred years or his kingdom will crumble. She’s chosen — not because of destiny, but because she reminds him of someone he once failed to save.

Cover pic is Seraphia Once upon a time, in the small town of Fairhaven, there lived a young man named Ethan. Ethan was an avid reader and a passionate fan of the fantasy novel series, "The Chronicles of Enchantedia." He spent countless hours immersed in the pages of the enchanting world created by the talented author. Suddenly ethan got transported into his favourite novel and recived a powerful system And he decided to cuck the protoganist and take all his girls as the protoganist isn't intrested in those girls.... Expect some twists along the way... -Intellegent female leads -Evil mc who will plan to get all the girls -Yandere, A demon queen, A godessess in the harem -The mc may appear good but inside his mind he is always scheming.... -Possessive male lead(But he won't genocide people who just glanced at the girl) -No ntr(Female leads won't be taken by other males and females rather than mc) Disclaimer: Remember the mc won't help anyone without him getting profit

Betrayed by his blood. Reborn by a curse. Obsessed with her. Kael Valenhart was the kingdom’s finest warrior, until his own brother left him to die in the Abyss. Now reborn as the Cursed God of War, Kael rises with a flame that can devour the heavens… and a single name carved into his soul: Lira. The girl who saved him once. The only person he cannot forget. And now that he’s back, he will burn empires, kill kings, and make the gods bleed just to protect her. Even if she fears him. Even if she runs. “You called me back from the dead, Lira… and now, you are mine.”

A fake marriage. A real past. And a future neither of them saw coming. When rising violinist Noelle Tanaka loses her sister in a tragic accident, she's left with the one thing she can't afford to lose—custody of her five-year-old niece, Emi. But with no husband, no steady income, and a past riddled with mistakes, the court sees her as unfit to raise a child. Enter Micah Lin—Seattle's youngest tech CEO and the man who still believes she betrayed him six years ago. He makes her an offer she can't refuse: a one-year marriage contract. No strings. No feelings. Just appearances. But living under the same roof isn't as simple as signing papers. Not when old chemistry sparks behind closed doors. Not when trust was shattered and never rebuilt. And definitely not when someone is determined to expose their lie. As the custody hearing looms, the lines blur between performance and reality. Because somewhere between court dates and bedtime stories, fake begins to feel dangerously real. What if the biggest lie isn't their marriage—but how little they pretend to care? It all started with a phone call that changed everything. The phone rang at 3:47 AM. --- Perfect for readers who crave emotionally charged romance, slow-burn tension, and second chances that hurt just enough to feel real. Tropes: Fake Marriage • Second Chance Romance • Forced Proximity • Custody Battle • Billionaire Hero • Slow Burn Heat Level: Moderate Triggers: Loss of parent/sibling, custody battle, emotional manipulation

Riley Bennett is a sharp, fiercely independent screenwriter from Los Angeles, weighed down by her family’s mounting debts and her mother’s critical illness. As she struggles in a cutthroat publishing industry, a chance encounter at an Upper East Side gala introduces her to Alexander Grant—CEO of the Grant Group, heir to a British noble family, and a cold, calculated titan of finance. Alexander is under immense pressure from his aristocratic family to marry before his 27th birthday or lose his right to inherit. Disdainful of love and emotionally distant, he proposes a solution: a marriage contract. Riley, desperate to help her family, reluctantly agrees. Their three-year agreement is clear: no romance, no intimacy, no interference in each other’s personal lives—but in public, they must act like a picture-perfect couple. What begins as a calculated arrangement quickly spirals into something far more complicated. Living under the same roof, Riley's warmth and sincerity begin to thaw Alexander’s icy exterior. She uncovers the traumas he hides beneath his controlled facade, while he finds himself captivated by her spirit—an unexpected, irreplaceable presence in his life. Just as emotions begin to surface, Alexander’s aristocratic first love, Elena, returns to the spotlight, announcing their “rekindled romance” to the media. Crushed and feeling like a mere pawn, Riley launches a “self-destructive breakup plan”—wild parties, tabloid scandals, and daring outfits—hoping Alexander will walk away. But Alexander doesn’t. Instead, his jealousy reveals emotions he can no longer contain. When Riley is nearly humiliated at a high-society gala, Alexander publicly claims her as his wife in a dramatic, protective gesture—turning media frenzy into a declaration of devotion. As they grow closer again, Riley’s famous ex, Hollywood actor Lucas Ward, reappears offering both affection and funding for her new screenplay. Alexander opposes it, leading to a heated argument and yet another emotional rift. Meanwhile, Elena fakes a pregnancy to trap Alexander, triggering chaos in the family and threatening his inheritance. Caught between love and legacy, Alexander makes his choice. He flies to Los Angeles, finds Riley backstage at her script premiere, and kneels before her with a heartfelt vow: “If I could rewrite the contract, I’d write your name next to forever.” Riley lets down her guard. They stop running from their feelings and rewrite the rules. In the end, Alexander gives up part of his control over the company to keep what matters most—her. Riley’s script is adapted into an Oscar-winning film, marking her breakthr In a contract built on conditions, love was the one clause never written—yet the only one that couldn’t be broken.

The moonlight spilled through the canopy of the dark forest, casting an eerie glow on the man lounging against an ancient tree. Morris was impossibly handsome—too handsome to be real. His sharp jawline, framed by tousled black hair, was shadowed by the flicker of firelight in his golden eyes. He swirled a goblet of wine lazily in his hand, his lips curved into a devilish smirk. Elowen froze, captivated. He looked like a prince from a forbidden story, but something in the air warned her he was no mortal. “Lost, little lamb?” His voice was velvet, dark and smooth, wrapping around her like a spell. “I was...just—” she stammered, but he stood in one fluid motion, closing the distance between them. “Just wandering into my domain,” he interrupted, his tone teasing yet dangerous. “How bold of you.” His gaze raked over her, and her heart pounded under the weight of his attention. “You shouldn’t be here,” he murmured, stepping closer until she could feel the heat radiating from him. “Do you know who I am?” She shook her head, her throat dry. “I am Morris,” he said, his voice dropping to a low, seductive growl. “The devil. The one your kingdom fears, the one your priests curse. And now,” he leaned in, his golden eyes glowing like embers, “you’ve wandered straight into my hands.” The shadows around him seemed to ripple with his amusement as a smirk played on his lips. He extended a hand, his voice both a command and an invitation. “Come closer, Elowen. Let me show you what happens when innocence meets the devil.”