Papanatas 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

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...

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)

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.

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.

Christabel found a pair walking shoes, she discovered her magical abilities and she was trapped to relive her great-grand mother's past.

MATURE CONTENT: No rape element or non-consensual sex. Rivalry, death, bloodbath, massacres; in that order - the war between the Italian Mafia and the Russian Mafia was not a smooth sailing. Alessandro Ruffo, who had just taken over from the former Don of the Italian Mafia, finds himself wedged between enemies who hunted for his blood and would do anything to have the Italian mafia empire taken away from him. Regardless, Alessandro was strong enough to take them down and is recorded as the mob boss with the most kills. However, Aless’ strength wavers when a weakness, in the form of an eighteen-year-old autistic girl, walks into his life. Swan Skylar, the younger sister of the man who ran away with his money, becomes Alessandro's newest obsession and his weakness. When his enemies figured this out, Swan's life is put in danger and Aless must do everything in his power to protect her even if it meant accepting defeat at the hands of his enemies ~ “I will–I will serve you in place of what my brother owes you.” Alessandro relaxes into his sitting stance, regarding her in a mesmerizing gaze. “How so?” His gruff tone resounded in his enormous office. “I–I can help you wash the dishes or wash your clothes or clean your shoes or—” She is interrupted by Alessandro suddenly jerking onto his feet and ambling towards her in a polished stance. “Raise your head.” Alessandro's command is calm and relaxing. When she doesn't respond, Alessandro takes her chin in his delicate fingers and tilts it up slowly until she meets his gaze. He stared dreamily at her bright, sparkling blue eyes and whispered gruffly, “What is your name, amore mio?” “Swan.” She responded softly. “Alright, Swan. How about serving me with something different? Take for instance, your body.” WARNING: The female protagonist of this novel is autistic and might display the behavior of an eight-year-old.

Maya, a law abiding young lady, went against all she knew and how she had been brought up, all for one man. Brian had had it all with his parents telling him to get married and trying to set him up with a woman of their dreams. When he saw Maya at work later even after their rude contact in the club, all he could think of was "She is the one" but Maya hated his guts. He was proud, pompous and he made her think of things she shouldn't, so when he brought up a marriage contract, the only reason she agreed was because of the student loans she had to pay off and a family that thought of her as dirt underneath their shoes.

Aaliyah Macks is a glamorous fierce kickass successful criminal Attorney who wants nothing to do with children or love as she considers those things weak. But what happens when she is left with no choice whatsoever..... what happens when a weird looking drunk woman shows up on her doorstep with a duffel bag....at first, she thinks it's a bomb but it was something much worst to her....a baby named Noah. Follow Aaliyah on her Journey to returning the baby that was waybill to her...does she find the Love she doesn't want or complete her mission? Except from the book There was no way in heaven, I was ever going to allow Charity's new found love for humanity to destroy the career we worked so hard to build. The only option was to find a balance. A side project to sooth Charity's new found conscience while we can continue making money. "Okay Charity Jerome...how about you pick a case from the innocent project. The good reverend has been here severally begging the firm to take the case of the girl, his niece that he believes was wrongly accused of robbery and will be facing a significant prison term if found guilty....so far, he says the public defender has been doing a piss poor job defending the poor girl...I was going to assign the case to one of the junior associates but if you rather...." I saw Charity's face beam with smiles showing a perfect dentition. "Oh you are the best Ally..." "Not so fast young lady...I have a condition for giving you the innocent project and taking over McMara's defense....you and Tyler can't think of dying until Mia is seventeen, I can't stand babies but I can hang with a teenager and talk about boys and shoes or hair. I will be the cool auntie Ally that visit her in a boarding school, buys girlie stuff and teach her how to be independent....so deal or no deal?" I asked my best friend as my eyes narrowed and I pouted.

Emma’s life has always felt like a cosmic joke—until tragedy strikes and the punchline becomes deadly serious. When her family is brutally murdered, Emma’s world shatters, thrusting her into a terrifying new reality. As she hunts for answers, she stumbles upon a hidden world of supernatural forces lurking in the shadows of everyday life. Now, with danger at every turn and her own mysterious heritage coming to light, Emma must embrace her untapped powers to survive. But in a world where nothing is as it seems, will Emma be able to unravel the truth behind her family’s death—or will she become its next victim? Step into Emma’s shoes as she uncovers dark secrets, forges dangerous alliances, and finds out what it truly means to have the universe against you.

In wealthy circles, she was known to be an abandoned wife. Her husband was rarely at home, and both her younger brother-in-law and mother-in-law have terrible tempers. Others mocked her for living an undignified life, but only she herself knew how comfortable and free she was. She had endless money to spend and didn't have to have children. However, one day, her brother-in-law, who was a popular figure in the entertainment industry, dragged her to a rural reality show. Before the show started, she, as part of the control group, ranked first on the list of unfortunate marriages and cold relations with her brother-in-law! After the show aired, her radiant appearance completely overshadowed the negative publicity! Netizens' focus began to change. Abandoned by a wealthy family? With that 40-carat diamond ring, anyone would want to be in her shoes! Discord between she and brother-in-law? Please! They were so in sync with their playful banter. They acted like real siblings! Mother-in-law and daughter-in-law conflicts? During the family day event, her mother-in-law was practically her number one fan! Unhappy marriage? Her husband's possessiveness practically overflowed from the screen. If they were a so-called fake couple, netizens would live stream themselves eating their shoes!

‘‘What in God’s name is happening’’ Martha asked as she properly wore Marcus’ jacket and rolled the sleeve till it was her arm’s length. ‘The thing I have been shielding everyone from’ I answered running a hand through my hair. ‘’And what is that?’’ she asked pulling off her shoes. ‘Nothing you need to know about Milky way’ I said to her. ‘’You did not just mean that! I almost just got hit right now Sir and you are still telling me I need not know?’’ she asked in a slightly elevated hushed tone. ‘I’ll explain it all to you but do you see that car over there’ I asked pointing towards my car and she nodded. ‘I am going to cover you and I want you to run as hard as you can. Do you hear me?’ I asked looking at her directly. ‘’You might not know this but I am a level four combatant now but my dad put a pause to my trainings because of my studies so the least I can do is run’’ she said with a shrug of her shoulders. ‘I know everything about you L4 combatant. On my count of three, you run’ I said as I pulled out an Akdal Ghost TR01 pistol from the back of my pants. ‘One Two…’ I started but she cut me off, ‘’don’t get hit Milky Way’’ she said and I chortled lightly, surprised that she was still worrying about me even though I put her in harm’s way only a couple of seconds ago and at the nickname she just reciprocated in calling me. ‘I’ll try. Three!’ I said and she started running while I side ran with her shooting at the direction the bullet came from the other time. Because I was running, the bullets fired back did not touch me at first but before I got to my car, I was shot in my arm. I opened the door of the car to get in and was expecting Martha to do same but that was when I turned back and saw it. Martha did not make it to the car, she was sprawled on the floor, in her red dress, with her blood flowing from her side.

Rhea, the rebellious and overlooked big sister, has always felt like she's living in her perfect little sister Maggie's shadow. When Maggie vanishes the day of her wedding to Mikhail, the wealthy billionaire heir, their parents are left with no choice but to turn to Rhea as a replacement. Rhea is forced to step into her sister's shoes and marry Mikhail, with the understanding that they'll swap back when Maggie is found. At least, it seemed that for Rhea but all were not as they seemed. However, Mikhail makes it clear he's not interested in Rhea and how everything was just business to him. As she navigates her new role, Rhea uncovers dark secrets about her family's past and Michael's true intentions. She must confront the reality of her new life and the fact that she's trapped in a loveless marriage. As Rhea digs deeper, she begins to unravel a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy her family's reputation and her own sanity. With each new discovery, she becomes more determined to take control of her life and forge her own path, even if it means falling for the enemy.

Ava is rebirth, rebirth as a vicious girl in a novel she'd read. In the original book, Aaden,the boss of the world's top fashion and luxury goods group proposed to break off the engagement to his fiancee Avery, after meeting the heroine Bella. Avery received a huge sum of money as compensation, but she was still depressed for the rest of her life. But now，Ava rebirth as Avery. Ava:"You don't have to serve your husband, but can still get such a big amount money. Is there such a perfect thing?" Ava came from last age, before she entered the book and reborn as Avery, she want to be a fashion blogger. So she proposed that in addition to sharing the money, she would also be allowed to lend the jewelry, clothes and bags collected by Aaden's family indefinitely. Aaden agreed, but did not break off the engagement.Later, Ava posted outfits on INS and YT: a dress with white shoes, a coat with a sweatshirt and sneakers. In this ancient novel about the popularity of tight skirts and high heels, she quickly became popular! With her gemstone crown, imperial green emerald, and handmade high-end vintage evening gown, she was featured on the first cover of "TOP" magazine, nominating the mysterious fashion blogger that major blue-blood brands most want to cooperate with! The fashion and luxury goods empire headed by Aaden is the second oldest in this book. Aaden dreams of becoming top one. At the wedding break-up scene, his fiancee thought after seeing the next season’s key products:"Is it ten centimeters to hate the sky? If you wear this in the last days, you will die in three steps."Aaden: This marriage is irrevocable. The original person Avery drugged Aaden and Aaden used this as a threat to force Ava to live with him. From then on, Aaden, an arrogant and conceited boss changed his style and turned into a follower who was obsessed with eavesdropping on his fiancee. Aaden not only took out his black leather book at any time, but also took notes carefully and nodded frequently. He often asked "without shame": "What is French style? Old money style? Quiet luxury style?..." As the heroine of the original book, Bella is the most unique existence compared to the male protagonist Ava. Her appearance is a beam of light, illuminating the originally "meaningless" life of the ascetic workaholic... Bella, who had foreseen the plot, waited for the original book heroine Avery to be divorced by Aaden's family. She waited and waited until the hot search: # Top luxury brand young tycoon secret meeting new internet celebrity#, #AN President Aaden once said that his fiancee is the only one in his life#...

“It’s Duke Raymond, oh my god he looks so handsome in white!!” a lady exclaimed. Just hearing this warning bell Eloise, peered to the right. A beautiful man dressed completely in white tux walked confidently into the ballroom. His black eyes wandered amongst the crowd, searching for a certain someone. {‘Why is he here!!’} Eloise bit her lips anxiously. {‘Either way, lets run before he catches me,’} she pulled up her fluffy ruffle skirt to her knees and ran like the wind. All of a sudden she felt her skirt being pulled from behind. “How audacious of you to pull a lady’s skirt,” she shouted and pulled without taking a glance back. “My, my, I think I stepped on a cockroach, what shall I do? Shall I roast it for tainting my shoes or should I chop its head off,” a hoarse voice jokingly said from behind. {‘Shit, I’m dead,’} she glanced back in slow motion. “This..... My lord, can you let go of my skirt,” she pointed to his foot that was firmly stepping on the bottom of her skirt. “Why not, I am just expressing my emotions to the lady who expressed ardent feeling to me in her letters,” he said with a smug smirk. The crowd gasped. “She wrote him a love letter!! That shameless wrench,” some lady shouted out loud. Hearing this, Eloise’s eyelid twitched, “sir... no, Lord, I think you misunderstood. I was only expressing my heartfelt gratitude with my ‘thank you’ letter,” she enunciated each word. The duke chuckled. “Oh is that so,” he strode closer having a tight grip on her skirt, “are the words bat-shit-bastard, ring a bell. I read it in your letter,” Eloise gritted her teeth, {‘so you plan to use my word against me, huh? We’ll see who wins,’} she stepped to his side, showing her back to the entire crowd. “MY LORD! Where are you touching me?!” Suddenly she shouted, gasping her bosom. “How audacious of you. I RESPECTED YOU SIR!! How could you do this,” she screamed and ran away while he was frozen in shock. The entire ball room was in disarray. “Lord Raymond is a pervert!!”

“Smile!” “Why are you making that face? Can't you smile?” “You’re so young, enjoy your life!” Smile... SMILE!... SMILE!!! Why do they always give me advice? Men want to show they're superior by giving me orders. Talking is easy; anyone can talk and say beautiful words. But no one truly knows how others feel; no one is an expert on others' emotions. So why do they give me advice? Do they think they know me? Do they have the illusion that they understand me? If they knew just a tiny bit of what I feel, they would shut up! Or maybe I'm just exaggerating my feelings. To others, it might seem normal, or my suffering might appear bearable. I hate it when they make my suffering look so easy. If only they knew—if they knew, would they keep telling me to smile? If they were in my shoes, could they keep their smiles? If only they could see what I see! Maybe I am cursed or something like that. What would you call someone who lives with devils? Literally! People aren't the devils this time; it’s those creatures clinging to them, breathing with them, as close as possible. How can someone keep their sanity with such a view? Why haven't I thought about suicide? I don't know. I've thought about it many times, but I still feel something. Even if I am exhausted, there's something inside me waiting for light, for hope, even if it seems absurd. Who would believe me? But maybe, just maybe, this small ember inside me isn't lying.