Cinderella Shoes

[#lovesosweet] [WARNING: Mature content 18+] [WPC #AUG2023Entry] « Is it not enough that I have been 'sold off' as a catalogue bride but also have to compete with a dead woman for favour? » Shelby looks like she has it all. The perfect family and all the perks that come with it. But she must go through a 'forced contract marriage' and also compete for the attention of the man she had been unwillingly tied to... Ian lost the love of his life so suddenly that his mind still refuses to accept that reality. He gave up everything and secluded himself until his mother found him a bride. His one task was to give the family an heir but how can Ian do this when the air he breathes all revolves around the one woman he can never have. However, he finds himself in a predicament and dilema when the new contracted bride is thrust into his life unwittingly... especially, when he finds out that she is more than meets the eye. Image: Image generated from starryai.com, cover completed by me. This is an original story of mine. Copyright Loctovia 2023 Update schedule: 5 chapters per week

In a world where survival hinges on the edge of a twisted game, a group of unsuspecting students finds themselves ensnared in a deadly contest. With lives at stake and time running out, they must navigate a labyrinth of deceit, fear, and alliances to uncover the truth behind the sinister "Cinderella's Palace." As the rain pours and thunder roars, Yuki and her friends are thrust into a nightmarish reality where trust is scarce and betrayal lurks in every shadow. Each chapter unfolds a new layer of mystery, testing the bonds of friendship and the limits of human endurance. The clock ticks relentlessly, counting down the hours of their captivity. In this harrowing tale of courage and resilience, the stakes are high, and the rules are unforgiving. With every card revealed, the players edge closer to freedom—or their doom. "Dead Game: A Tale of Survival" captures the essence of suspense and psychological thrill, drawing readers into a world where the line between life and death blurs. Will Yuki and her friends outsmart the game and reclaim their lives, or will they fall victim to its cruel machinations?

The most beautiful old ancestor of the immortal sect, who lived for five thousand years, repeatedly broke the rules of immortality and was punished by the Heavenly Dao. Upon opening her eyes, she became the true daughter of the Xia family, who had been kidnapped into a mountain village as a child. She thought she would have to suffer through all the hardships of the human world, but who knew that when she woke up she was directly 14 years later, on the very day she was rescued— She wanted to run wild and be beautiful on her own, but her whole family pampered her to the heavens! Want to do scientific research? Three big brothers donate a research institute. Headache and cold? Powerful parents gather authoritative experts overnight, starting the examinations from cancer. Rumors in Capital City are never-ending: The Xia family's daughter is a spoiled and arrogant waste! The Xia family rose in defiance, but Xia Ye just laughed: I'll handle it myself. The foremost classic instrument of China, she made it casually 500 years ago. The ancient texts that students memorize until they're bald, necessary for the college entrance exam, were written by her 700 years ago in a drunken stupor. The world's seventh greatest unsolved mystery—a relic Sky Pit with a diameter of 7,300 meters—was created by her 1,000 years ago during a quarrel with Heavenly Dao. Everyone was waiting for her to show off and fail miserably, but the Xia family kept receiving calls from the Mutant Plant Association, metaphysics masters, supernatural organizations, cultural archaeology bureaus... "Has the old ancestor returned?" Later, Xia Ye ascended to the second spot on the global rich list. At the award ceremony, she raised an eyebrow: What happened to the divine retribution and punishment, it seems quite nourishing? By her side, the world's richest man, the Heavenly Emperor in a suit and shoes: How could I truly punish my own wife...

I see dead people. But hey, it’s the zombie apocalypse, everyone is seeing dead people, including a blind girl. It’s not like I am that special. For a while, I thought I was going to be Cinderella, complete with the cruel stepfamily and the little mice for helpers. But instead of mice, I got demons from hell with a taste for chaos. Then again, there is nothing wrong with a little chaos in the middle of the apocalypse. It’s what makes life worth living. Unfortunately for others, they don’t quite see it that way. You see, I have a gift. One that isn’t exactly mine, but I can use it however I see fit. My gift is granting wishes. I'm a genie without a bottle, but it would be nice if people appreciated me more. All the humans ask for is the same thing… more food here, shelter there, kill these people, torture those. And I do it all, for a small price. I don’t ask for money or food, I can get that on my own. No, I want favors, souls, something that means everything for the other person. And they give it to me. Their momentary desire worth their long term happiness. But by the time they discover that, I’m long gone, already moved on to my next… client. I know I look young, starvation and abuse will do that to a girl. Humans tell me that I shouldn’t be wandering out there alone. Some try to help me… most don’t. But whoever said I was by myself? Just because others couldn’t see them didn’t mean my demons ever left. I still hear their voices in my head, whispering words of encouragement and love. For them, I’d do anything. Kill anyone. Destroy anything. After all, life is just a game, right? Those still alive at the end of the day were the lucky ones. Those who died were not. Everything is just a game of chance, all a human has to do is roll the dice. My only word of advice is to be careful what you wish for… you just might get it. My name is Hattie, welcome to my world. Would you like a cup of tea?

Eve Thompson found herself waking up in the bed of S City's most eligible bachelor with his arm around her waist, but she only had her mother's words in her mind. "Make sure nobody finds out you're disguised as your sister," she told her, looking at the fake birthmark drawn with makeup on her remaining daughter's face. "You have to get Mr. Charlie to marry you, everything we have depends on it!" said she. It was a shame, for the man beside him closely resembled the man she'd lost many years ago. Anthony Charlie's favor with women was notoriously hard to gain, but in a drunken stupor, he crawled under the sheets with the woman beside her, enticed by the memory of someone he'd lost long ago that this woman resembled. However, she never had a birthmark. It could never be her. Was their encounter coincidental? What would their hidden past reveal!? Join Eve Thompson on her exciting journey of courtship and political espionage as she steps into the shoes of her twin sister's now-abandoned life and tries to save her family by winning the heart of the mysterious bachelor, Anthony Charlie!

(End of the World + Rebirth + Space + Stockpiling Supplies) Suddenly, natural disasters hit and the world changed drastically. First, it was extreme heat, then extreme cold, followed by earthquakes, thick fog, eternal night, and acid rain. Liu Ruyan, who had struggled to survive alone in the apocalypse for ten years, finally died in the pouring acid rain. When she opened her eyes again, Liu Ruyan found that she had been reborn, and there were still three months before the apocalypse. After discovering a huge portable space in her family heirloom, Liu Ruyan set herself the first small goal after rebirth - spending 2.1 billion yuan to fill the space with supplies! From then on, Liu Ruyan started the stockpiling mode. Rice, flour, cooking oil and salt? Buy! Chickens, ducks, fish and meat? Buy! Clothes, hats, shoes and socks? Buy! Dried meat, chicken feet, mini hot pots, potato chips, spicy strips, and luosifen, none can be missed! (A survival story in the apocalypse, the male lead will be absolutely unexpected!)

"I hate you and i wish you were never my sister. you would never understand what misery means because you have such a perfect life". Ayra screamed furiously. Alice told herself not to think about the word "hate" which her sister had used on her ,people said things they didn't mean when they were angry she consoled herself. "You think my life is perfect? well be my guest I wish you my perfect life, I hope you would walk in my perfect shoes ." "Whatever" ayra muttered walking away. "That's what you always do walk away, shy away from confrontations. For crying out loud you are the intelligent one ,mom is always proud of you I mean everyone speaks highly of you .The perfect life you accuse me of you are the one that actually has the fucking perfect life". Ayra turned around and was surprised to see the amount of pain on her sister 's face, for the first time ever Alice wasn't wearing a bored expression but she ignored it, it could be one of her trump trick and said "Christ you are so sick to think that". " Maybe I am ".

Meet Valarie: wealthy, gorgeous, and the queen of her high school social scene. She has it all—money, beauty, and her best friend Noah, who she’s totally in love with (and who might secretly love her back). Life is perfect—until it’s not. One fateful day, Valarie wakes up in a body that is decidedly not hers. Say goodbye to golden hair and long legs, and hello to frizzy curls, questionable fashion choices, and a life where her breakfast budget can’t even cover a latte. To make things worse, everyone insists this has always been her life. Her parents? Different people and broke. Her house? Crumbling. And Noah? No longer her friend—she discovers he’s nothing like the person she thought he was. Determined to solve this cosmic joke of a mystery, Valarie must navigate her new life of bargain bins and second-hand shoes while trying to figure out why the universe swapped her life like a clearance sale item. Along the way, she’ll uncover some hilarious truths about herself, learn the price of true friendship, and realize beauty might just come in more shapes and sizes than she thought. Will Valarie find her way back to her old self, or is this new reality exactly what she needs to become the person she’s meant to be? One thing’s for sure: she’ll need a lot more than her old charm to survive

Ella Foster is a self-proclaimed genius, coffee addict, and all-around bookworm. But when she wakes up inside her favorite 1800s historical romance novel, she's not the beautiful heroine or even the fabulous villainess. Nope. She's Eleanor Fletcher, a 17-year-old orphaned commoner with zero importance to the story-a complete throwaway character. No grand destiny. No powerful connections. Just poverty, a bakery job, and shoes so uncomfortable they might be a crime. Armed with her modern-day knowledge and fueled by a mix of sheer determination and sarcasm, Ella decides she's not going to be just another background extra. She's got a plan: open a shop, create mind-blowing inventions, and maybe even introduce indoor plumbing (these people have no idea what they're missing). Filled with humor, heart, and a dash of romance, I've Been Novelled! is a fun, clever twist on the isekai genre, where one girl's genius inventions-and a touch of 21st-century sass-might just change the course of a very different history. NB ( I don't post on weekends)

Gu Suian, as the real-life Cinderella, was supposed to walk down the aisle with her wealthy boyfriend amid the envy of all. Unfortunately, she died. She died in a kidnapping orchestrated during a power struggle for an inheritance, and her boyfriend, in order to save himself, pushed her toward the criminals without hesitation. And the mastermind behind all this was her boyfriend’s brother—Jiang Yichen. Jiang Yichen is the illegitimate son of the group’s CEO. He grew up in a cramped and dark attic, despised by his father and bullied by his brothers. He is cold and ruthless by nature, holding grudges and seeking revenge, living only for the purpose of vengeance. All those who have wronged him meet an unfortunate end. Coincidentally, Gu Suian is one of those people. A second chance. Gu Suian doesn’t want to die; she has to fight. So, she goes to great lengths to become Jiang Yichen’s roommate. The day she moves in, she faces his sharp gaze and confesses with deep emotion: “In fact… I’ve liked you for a long time.” “How about we join forces and take down your brother?” Jiang Yichen: ?

Hwayeong’s Hilarious Struggle to Flunk Out of the Crown Princess Selection! Hwayeong’s peaceful life is turned upside down when her younger sister, inspired by rumors about the Crown Prince’s less-than-stellar appearance, submits her name for the Crown Princess selection without her consent. For Hwayeong, who loathes the very idea of stifling palace life, it’s a nightmare come to life. So, she comes up with a cunning plan: To delay her arrival at the imperial palace no matter what! However, her carefully laid plans are thrown into chaos when, out of nowhere, a galloping horse nearly tramples her. Furious at the reckless rider, she takes off after him through the bustling streets, her anger fueling every step. It’s only when she skids to a stop, heart pounding, that she looks up and realizes she’s standing before the towering gates of the very place she swore she would never go. “I won’t let this slide. Just you wait!” Confronting the rider later that evening, Hwayeong demands an apology, but instead of showing remorse, he arrogantly dismisses her complaint. Enraged, she impulsively hurls her shoe at his back in an act of defiance. Days later... Her frustration turns to horror when she learns the man’s true identity—he’s none other than the Crown Prince himself, the very focus of the competition she’s been dragged into. Though initially panicked, Hwayeong refuses to give up. Her new goal? Become such a nuisance to the Crown Prince that he’ll have no choice but to kick her out and send her back home! Unfortunately, the Crown Prince has no intention of playing along with her schemes... “You’ll stay here for six full months—completely, properly, and absolutely trapped!” Now caught in a battle of wills, Hwayeong must decide: Can she outsmart the Crown Prince and escape the confines of the palace, or will her rebellion only tighten the chains around her?

Sometimes, one gets shoes that are tight fitting, some others get oversized and others get fit to size. But where exactly should you fit?

An unconventional love story between Hitomi Kato (29), a shoe saleswoman and Ayumi Reiner (24) shoe designer/heiress.

Once upon a time, in a very lovely kingdom, two girls were born on the same day, with same faces. One was the only daughter of the royal couple. The princess of the kingdom. While, the other one was a commoner. An orphan by birth. The princess tied by the royal customary binds, she was tired. She longed to spend some time free from being the royal protocols, and duties. While, the other one wondered how it would be to live a life where she did not need to worry about life being difficult. A life where she did not need to get so much tensed about earning for neck weeks bills and groceries, and where it would be much easier. And then once, there lives entwined in such a manner, preparing a surprise, that they had not expected! A lesson where they would know that it wasn't easy at anyone's shoes. At the same time, there were two handsome kings struggling to woo the ladies ... Let's dive into the story to know what happens...

Kintsugi Larkansas is recognized as one of the top motocrossers in the Philippines. At first glance, he seems like an ordinary person, but he hides a terrifying secret. Since childhood, Kintsugi was abused by his father, and to vent his anger, he secretly harmed others. As he grew older, he became even more dangerous. He became famous, yet despite his fame, he still considered his life miserable. One day at a rock festival, he met Jane, or Burgundy, when the girl accidentally stepped on his shoes. Initially, Kintsugi was angry, but later, he became curious about her. He found Burgundy's life fascinating and began to follow her. Kintsugi also met Burgundy's best friend, Rigolos or Borat, and felt they were blood-related. He became intrigued by Borat's actions. To Kintsugi, their lives were like a soap opera. As he spied from the window, Kintsugi planned ways to entangle their lives further.

☔Lovè in the Shádows of Luxúry ☔ (Love...•••In•••...Trouble) ______________ PROLOGUE. DON'T COPY OR REPOST‼️ By; Naomi Cindy B. ★ Hazel Queens has always wanted to be an idol. Her main dream is to become a member of CADENCE, the most popular musical band in New York which she loves insanely, but what can a poor girl possibly do?? She's the daughter of Maria, a maid who works tirelessly just to earn stipends to take care of her. Hazel didn't even go to school, she's an illiterate who follows Maria around despite being 19. Fate made Maria secure a new job at Torrance estate, the biggest estate in Manhattan, owned by the Torrance family. The family is devastatingly rich, they peak at top 2 of the richest families in the country. Mother and daughter were allowed to stay at the servants annex of the estate. A week after they started work, the son of the house was announced to be coming home for a college break... Kenzie Torrance, the celebrity playboy who's popular for his fuckèry and even gets awards for each heart he breaks. Girls are his best food, and heartbreak is like his favorite game...he's so addicted to adding to his scores. Kenzie might look charming, but a beastly devil lurks inside him. He's a predator, a motherfûçker who doesn't deny it. What happens when Hazel sets eyes on the playboy and her life never remained the same? She noticed him, but she's barely visible to him. He's more concerned about the dirt on his designer shoes than her. What happens when his homecoming became the beginning of Hazel's problems? No hiding place for her. He stripped her bare till she couldn't take it anymore. Are you ready to ride with me and have fun while finding out the meaning of all these? Trust me, it's a book that'd keep you hooked till the damn end! A lovestory that'd leave you breathless. Don't you dare miss out

The Meeting of Kiara and Miah When Kiara and Miah first meet, the moment is filled with shock and disbelief—like staring into a mirror that reflects a life so similar yet worlds apart. They marvel at each other’s uncanny resemblance, a connection that feels almost destined. Despite their differences, a bond forms between them, deepened by the mysteries that surround Kiara’s family. Miah, who once worked for a renowned detective before his untimely death, senses that something darker lurks behind the polished facade of the Zhi family, particularly concerning Vrix. A Temporary Life Swap for a Hidden Mission Desperate to uncover the truth about her half-brother Vrix and unravel the secrets her family keeps hidden, Kiara proposes a temporary life swap with Miah. Kiara knows that her family, particularly her father, will never trust her if she appears openly interested in exposing any family secrets. Meanwhile, Miah’s background as a detective’s apprentice makes her perfect for this covert mission. She can navigate hidden agendas and uncover secrets without arousing suspicion. Their plan is simple: Miah will take Kiara’s place in the Zhi mansion, observing Vrix and digging for answers. Kiara, in return, will live Miah’s life, experiencing a rare sense of freedom and anonymity. Each woman steps into the other’s shoes with a mixture of thrill and trepidation, ready to face the dangers that come with their deception.

What if your past, present, and future were happening simultaneously? What if all the moments of your life, frame by frame, were already printed on the film of your existence? Imagine that you could see that film and thus foresee what is going to happen to you. This is the story of a man who discovers that he not only can see the film of his life but all possible films that start from the present moment. Put yourself in the shoes of Noah Garden, a grieving writer struggling with the anguished loss of his pregnant wife. Reincarnated in a new world full of magic and monsters, Noah has a second chance to relive his life. However, correcting the mistakes of his past will not be his only challenge.

One boy survives an ordeal. Another man is killed by one. Their fates become twisted around while those who lurk behind the scenes plot and scheme against them. What happens when one stranger helps another live with himself, only to end up in their shoes? "At least it is far away from that damn princess..." This is their story. This is his story.

" You are just my wife in names. But you will never be a wife in my eyes. " I am a young girl as you can see. I have everything a woman would wish to have in her life. I wear expensive clothes everyday and change shoes and bags whenever I want. I have over five cars and drivers and I do shopping whenever I want. Most importantly, I have a very young handsome and rich husband that everyone would wish to have. In fact, my life is perfect. And everyone expects me to be happy. Little do they know that all these things I have are the source of my pain because I lack love. My husband hates me so much and because of this I regret having married him. I cry every night and most of them are sleepless. " You are just my wife in names. But you will never be a wife in my eyes. You can have the Walter's title , and the wealth, But you will never have my heart." Yes he tells me that everyday. It my breaks my heart into pieces because I really love him. But who knows ? I know that one day he will love me back. I don't when , But I believe he will fall me to a point he will even wish to sacrifice his life for me. For now, I AM JUST MRS WALTER , but I know that day will come.

I'm not Grace Finley. I can't remember my actual name anymore. I'm afraid I might forget what my family looks like, I miss them. I need to go back to my life. I want to go back to my life. Forget my overnight Cinderella status, I'm a wife?! Who married me without my knowledge?! My husband, The Grand Prince, happens to be the richest, most feared and most admired man in all of Valoria. His harsh words don't match his kind gestures. And he has got quite a handsome face. Also, did I mention that he is popular despite being the husband of someone? I won't surprised if he happens to have a secret cult of followers/admirers. Anyway, He is a kind man, that's all you have to know. As of now, my only way back seems to be the god of this world. So I first asked him politely, I truly was polite, I'm not lying! But with no reply to my polite inquires, I proceeded to commit blasphemy on my first public outing, and threatened to commit genocide but to no avail. At least tell me the reason for bringing me here, You damn god! I spoke in a 'very flowery' language that was not meant for children and always cursed him to my heart's content but I wasn't struck by lightning. I seriously don't want this privilege okay? Finally, The story of the body I possessed... I don't know. The only onslaught I felt was the severe head and body aches after opening my eyes in this body. I didn't mind until I learned that I woke up from an incident that was an attempt to take my life but covered up as an accident. If only I could find the perpetrator, I would like to encourage them to make another attempt and cooperate as long as it is painless. No memories, People after my life, a family to look after and a kingdom to rule, I have never been this responsible in my entire life! Is this a punishment for living the privileged life of the youngest child in the family? I'm only nineteen for god sake! Let me live!

After reborn , Leo found himself in a world that magic and science were developed alongside. A world where who got the powers of constellations made the rules. Luckily he himself was someone who make rules , not someone who live under them. ============================== [WARNINGS] *Incest* *gore* *op mc* mc isn't a goody two shoes he act like a saint but is manipulative ========================== It's my first time writing something honest opinions are welcome

Have you ever thought of characters with good endings and happy life , that those could be a result of being the author's favourite and also vice versa. Nora had this novel that gave her nothing but anger when she read it, with the main character fate miserably set within. Suffering unjust fate despite her virtues and loosing all she had to her stepsister. Nora was furious to see such an ending. Damn being the author's favourite!. Damn fate!. Then she thought, if only she were the Peizhi in the book, she would definitely rebel and seek control over her fate. But when she woke up from her sleep, she had actually transmigrated into the book. Now being in Peizhi shoes, would she be able to rebel, defy fate, seek herself, find true love and also become the author's favourite as she'd proclaimed.

“Did you plan this with Mom, sis?” Bella stood up and slowly walked toward Anastasia. Anastasia’s eyes widened in confusion. “What plan?” “You know I love him, and you know he’s my Prince Charming! Why?!” Bella’s voice grew louder. Anastasia was frozen in place, still bewildered. “Prince Charming?” Anastasia never expected her life to resemble a Cinderella tale, especially the role as the stepsister. When her parents arrange her marriage to Ethan Harrington, the man her step sister Bella has loved since childhood, her peaceful ten-year life in this new family starts to crumble. As she navigates the complexities of love and loyalty, Anastasia is convinced that Ethan’s heart belongs to someone else. With misunderstandings and tangled emotions at play, she must decide whether to follow her heart or fulfil her family's expectations. Will she find her own happiness, or will she be forever cast in the shadows of Bella's unfulfilled fairytale?"

Lillac's plan to give her a boyfriend a suprise came to an tragic end as she found confessing to another girl . She couldn't believe the man who loved her so much would ever do something like this . The heartbroken Lillac wanted to just disappear. But Diana doesn't seem to be in the mood to just let her be . How will Lillac when her supposed rival in love show a sudden interest towards her ? Will she find the reason why she can't just ignore the other girl ? Read the story to find out more about the journeys in discovering all the twist and turn .

Content Synopsis: In the vibrant, verdant campus, he was elegantly and magnificently refined, while she was hardworking, excellent, cheerful, and outstanding. In the night-shrouded Allure, her smile was enchanting, her eyes full of reflections, while he was listless, degenerate, and in despair. The two of them, traversing between light and night, met time and again with different visages. She didn't have Cinderella's fortune; she couldn't simply leave behind a glass slipper to find a beautiful fairy tale. And he, the lofty prince, in his relentless pursuit, almost snapped the red string of fate tied around his fingers. In this world, despite so many twists and misfortunes, I am still moved. Because here, we met, loved, and stayed with each other. Love, from beginning to end, maintained its initial purity and beauty... Published by Jiangsu Literature & Art Publishing House

"Pardon, ken ik u?" - Harris Rynold "I just love you the way you smile." - Airish Humaira Mengisahkan tentang seorang gadis muda polos yang bernama Nur Airish Humaira mahu mencari apa erti kehidupan padanya. Airish ingin mengharungi liku-liku kehidupan demi mencari cinta sejatinya. Namun dia memiliki personaliti Introvert, iaitu seorang yang pendiam menyebabkan dia sulit mencari kawan apatah lagi teman istimewa. Tetapi, adakah benar lelaki sejati wujud? Adakah benar-benar ada lelaki yang akan mencintainya seadanya? Tengku Harris Rynold, seorang jejaka tampan kacukan Belanda, pulang ke Malaysia selepas sekian lama berada di Amsterdam. Harris bertemu dengan Airish secara tidak sengaja di lapangan terbang dan terjadi suatu insiden yang memalukan di antara mereka. Airish terus berusaha melarikan diri daripadanya. Disangkakan panas sampai ke petang, rupanya hujan di tengahari. Takdir mempertemukan mereka lagi dalam keadaan tidak diduga, namun entah mengapa semakin Airish mengelak, semakin Harris mendekat. "You have to marry me, but this is the contracted marriage only." - Harris Rynold Disebalik sikap dingin Harris, terselit sifat prihatin yang mendalam terhadap Airish namun dia tidak menyedarinya. "Sebab aku dah jatuh cinta dekat kau, baka!" - Airish Humaira "Airish, verlaat mij niet..." - Harris Rynold Namun, adakah kebahagiaan menjadi milik mereka? Pelbagai cabaran dan halangan terus menanti mereka. Mengapa Airish berasa seolah dia seperti seorang 'Cinderella' yang dicari oleh sang putera untuk memulangkan kembali kasutnya? Apakah Airish berjaya menemui cinta sejatinya? Temui jawapan kamu dalam bacalah novel ini :)

This book contains Mature content (21+) A life of suffering and loneliness is painful. Especially when someone who is supposed to give the love and attention that a child expects from their parents, they don't give it because they are too proud of another child who they consider more useful. Like a Cinderella story, Avians Harrison's life of being left out because her parents love her younger sister more, everything changes after she saves someone very important, Adrian Foster. He pulls her out of the misery she's been in and turns her life into something far different than she could have ever imagined. In the darkness and pain she felt, Adrian came like her Prince Charming. Giving her the sweet love story and attention she had been hoping for. "You found me, Mr. Billionaire." Or maybe darkness is where she should be?

She’s living her own twisted Cinderella story. An orphan with a ruthless stepmother and two cruel stepsisters, her life is more a nightmare than a fairy tale. But she isn’t searching for a prince—she craves revenge. She’s determined to uncover her father’s killer, and nothing will stand in her way. Trust is a luxury she can’t afford, especially after her last heartbreak shattered her belief in happily-ever-after. Then he reappears—dark, dangerous, and infamous. Known for his bad-boy charm and explosive temper, he’s a guy with a violent history and a reputation for trouble. Whispers follow him: he’s a psychopath, a loose cannon. After seven years in Italy—the homeland of his family’s underworld empire—he’s back. To her, he’s bad news, and she knows better than to fall for someone like him. But for him, one encounter with her is enough to spark an obsession. Swearing on his mother, he becomes determined to have her, willing to shatter any bone and break any rule to make her his.

She had no choice but to bear a child for him to treat her father's illness. She gave up her dignity in order to earn money. Consequently, he looked down upon her, believing her to be inferior even to a prostitute, for she had not only sold her own body but also her unborn child. However, over time, he realized that she seemed different from what he had imagined. Actually, she was strong and resilient, but she had to surrender to reality. Their fates began to intertwine...