Adrian Tomine

She wanted success. He wanted control. Now, they’re trapped together. When Ava Sinclair, a rising star in the corporate world, is robbed of her promotion by none other than Adrian Blackwood, the ruthless CEO who sees her as nothing more than a pawn, she vows never to bow to him. But when a scandal forces them into a contract marriage, their rivalry turns into an intoxicating battle of desire, dominance, and power. Will Ava escape his control, or will she fall for the man she swore to Ava Carter never imagined that one impulsive mistake would land her in the crosshairs of Adrian Sinclair the ruthless, calculating CEO of Sinclair Enterprises. She thought she could keep her head down and survive in the corporate world. But when an unexpected power struggle forces her into Adrian’s direct line of sight, she becomes his new favorite challenge. He’s demanding, arrogant, and dangerously irresistible. Every encounter is a battle, every glance a spark waiting to ignite. And when Adrian makes her an offer she can’t refuse, Ava realizes she’s not just fighting for her career she’s fighting against the pull of a man who never takes no for an answer. But behind the power plays and smoldering tension, secrets lurk. And when Ava discovers the truth about Adrian, she’ll have to decide is she really trapped, or is he the one falling into her hands? A high-stakes office romance filled with sizzling tension, corporate warfare, and an undeniable attraction that neither can resist.

Archetype of Eternity is an epic cultivation tale that begins in our modern world. Adrian, a young man gifted with an extraordinary mind, lives an ordinary life—until one day, a mysterious ancient Cube awakens. The Cube, one of the primordial forces that once shaped the universe, chooses Adrian for his unwavering curiosity and latent potential. In a single, decisive moment, Adrian is plucked from the modern world and thrown into a realm of ancient power and strict cultivation. In this new world, the rules of time, chaos, order, and fate guide every aspect of life. Ultimately, Archetype of Eternity is a story of transformation. It is a journey where every setback and every triumph leads Adrian one step closer to understanding that even when the world seems harsh and unyielding, his curiosity and determination will light the way. His journey is long and full of hardship, but nothing can stop his quest for knowledge—and in that quest, he may one day transcend not only the mortal world but the very universe itself. ___ ___ ___ patreon.com/Punctual_reader Want to read ahead? Support me on Patreon and get up to 5 early chapters

In a world where magic is fading, Billy Beast, an ordinary college student, discovers he is heir to a royal kingdom hidden in a mystical realm. When betrayal threatens the kingdom's survival, Billy must uncover the secrets of his lineage, awaken his powers, and rise as the hero his people desperately need. With allies forged by fate and courage born of desperation, can Billy restore the magic before darkness consumes everything??? This is just the beginning of a breathtaking and a non-stop charged sequel.... Shield Force Universe discord now available.... https://discord.gg/hsPHAmh5Yw [ Please support this New Writer and his beautiful works]

Betrayed. Abandoned. Reborn. Adrian Blackwood, a genius physicist from Earth, meets an untimely death—only to awaken in an unfamiliar world of swords, magic, and celestial beings. But he’s not just any ordinary reborn soul. He now inhabits the body of Kael Draven, the exiled prince of a fallen empire, left for dead in a world that thrives on power. However, Adrian isn’t defenseless. A mysterious force has granted him the Authority of the Celestial Sovereign, allowing him to bend the very fabric of reality—time, space, and even magic itself. But great power attracts great enemies. Ancient sects, god-like entities, and ruthless warlords seek to control or destroy him. Determined to carve his own destiny, Adrian—now Kael—sets out to reclaim his lost honor, unravel the secrets of his rebirth, and ascend beyond the limits of this world. But as he grows stronger, he realizes that his arrival was no accident. Something beyond the gods is watching. And they fear what he will become. A tale of rebirth, power, and cosmic fate begins.

In a world governed by dynamics of Alphas, Betas, and Omegas, 25-year-old Kian Vale, a fiercely independent Omega, has always lived by one rule: never depend on anyone but himself. Tired of the relentless cycles of his heat, Kian has mastered the art of enduring it alone. Working as a marketing strategist at a prestigious firm, he thrives on logic, discipline, and control. But when his carefully constructed world shatters during an unexpected heat at the office, everything changes. Enter Adrian Blackwell, his cold, dominant Alpha superior who seems to exude power with every step. When Kian’s heat spirals out of control, Adrian intervenes, igniting a relationship that is as consuming as it is destructive. With a toxic blend of passion, possessiveness, and manipulation, their connection tests the limits of desire and control. As Kian wrestles with his growing dependency on Adrian and the darker sides of their dynamic, he must ask himself: Is he willing to lose himself entirely for love, or can he reclaim his independence without losing the bond they share?

Teresa is a timid human whose life has been a series of unfortunate events—until she meets Lucian Blackwood, a very rich and handsome man who awakens a deep, unexplainable connection within her. But Lucian, an alpha werewolf with a haunting past, is repelled by Teresa’s perceived weakness, blaming weakness for the tragedy that shaped his life. Unable to accept her as his mate, he rejects and humiliates her, leaving Teresa shattered. Just as she’s picking up the pieces, Adrian Daegon, an ancient vampire with his own dark allure, steps into her life, determined to win her heart. Now, Lucian is torn with regret, desperate to reclaim the woman he cast aside. But to do so, he must face a powerful vampire and confront his own fears—while somehow convincing Teresa to forgive his betrayal and reignite their lost bond. Can love and redemption overcome the scars of rejection, or has Lucian's cruel mistake cost him his mate forever? Torn between two powerful forces, Teresa must decide where her true destiny lies—in the fierce grip of the wolf who scorned her or the dark embrace of the vampire who vows to adore her.

"In a world where women are bound by societal expectations, Stella dares to defy the norms. Born into poverty and conditioned to believe her only worth lies in marriage and childbirth, Stella yearns for something more. She craves a life of her own design, free from the shackles of patriarchal oppression. That's when Adrian enters the picture – the enigmatic and ruthless billionaire who embodies the very system Stella rebels against. His wealth and influence make him a master of his universe, but his chauvinistic views render him tone-deaf to the changing tides. As their paths converge, Stella finds herself inexplicably drawn to the very man who represents everything she despises. Will she remain true to her convictions, or will Adrian's magnetic presence shatter her defenses? Can she penetrate the armor of his ego and uncover the secrets hidden beneath his possessive façade? In this gripping tale of power, desire, and self-discovery, Stella must confront the darkness within herself and the world around her. Will she emerge victorious, or will the forces of oppression silence her forever?...."

In the year 2077, the first FIVR Game or Fully Immersive Virtual Reality Game, Pandemonium, has been created. Pandemonium which is the first ever fully immersive virtual reality game made in human history. In the universe of Pandemonium, Fantasy meets science. Where order is chaos and chaos is order. A universe of endless possibilities in which anyone can become the invincible hero fighting against the forces of darkness or a sage which dives into the abyss of magic and so much more. In Pandemonium, the inhabitants comes in all shapes and sizes. Adrian, our main character, who experienced an accident that caused him to be temporary limp used the game as a way for therapy but mainly to experience the new world of virtual reality. He will experience countless adventures and challenges and rise to be the most influential person in this new reality. Join our Protagonist on his new adventure to become the strongest. The cover is made thanks to all who supported my novel. Thank you!

(Rate 21+) Di balik hiruk-pikuk Jakarta, dunia hitam memiliki aturannya sendiri. Adrian, pemimpin Naga Besi, menguasai wilayah utara kota, termasuk sebuah pelabuhan kecil yang menjadi pusat bisnis penyelundupannya. Namun, kekuasaannya mulai digoyang ketika berbagai kelompok gangster mulai mengincar pelabuhan tersebut—bukan sekadar untuk perdagangan ilegal biasa, melainkan untuk sesuatu yang jauh lebih mengerikan. Sebuah organisasi rahasia internasional berniat menyebarkan virus mematikan dari Jakarta ke seluruh dunia. Mereka telah menyuap pejabat tinggi dan menggunakan gangster lokal untuk memastikan virus dapat dikembangkan tanpa gangguan. Namun, ada satu masalah: pelabuhan Naga Besi adalah jalur paling strategis, dan Adrian tidak akan membiarkan siapa pun mengambilnya. Di saat situasi memanas, seorang wanita misterius muncul. Yasmin, agen terbaik dari Dakhma, organisasi rahasia asal Asia Barat, memanfaatkan otak, otot, dan tubuhnya mendekati Adrian, lalu memperingatkan Adrian tentang ancaman yang lebih besar dari sekadar perang antar-gangster. Awalnya ragu, Adrian akhirnya harus bekerja sama dengannya setelah serangan besar-besaran terjadi di pelabuhan. Dari pertempuran brutal di jalanan Jakarta, penyusupan ke gala eksklusif para elit korup, hingga perburuan di laboratorium rahasia, Adrian dan Yasmin menyusun rencana berbahaya untuk menghentikan bencana global. Namun, musuh mereka bukan hanya gangster rival atau pasukan bayaran, melainkan orang-orang di pemerintahan yang memegang kendali sebenarnya. Saat darah mengalir di pelabuhan utara dan pengkhianatan terungkap, Adrian harus memilih: melindungi wilayahnya, atau menyelamatkan jutaan nyawa. Sebuah novel aksi penuh intrik politik, pertempuran brutal, adegan dewasa—seksual, dan konspirasi global—di mana dunia hitam bertemu dengan kekuatan yang jauh lebih berbahaya. Ketika senjata dan strategi tak lagi cukup, siapa yang akan bertahan di tengah perang di dunia bawah ini?

Eighteen-year-old Rene has always been a warrior, sworn to protect those she loves. When her twin brothers, Adrian and Adriel, and her adoptive sister, Nyra, uncover a dangerous secret about her two-year-old baby sister Rena, their world begins to unravel. Rena isn’t just a child—she is the vessel for a banished soul, one that should have never returned. A mysterious force watches over her, whispering of an ancient war, forgotten betrayals, and a key that should never be turned. As Rene and her family are hunted by those who sealed Rena’s soul away, they are forced to seek out Selene, the only person who might have answers. But the deeper they dig, the darker the truth becomes. Rene must decide—will she fight to protect the child she loves, even if it means unleashing something that was meant to stay buried forever? Time is running out. The ones who banished Rena’s soul have returned. And they will stop at nothing to seal her away—again.

He was the perfect boyfriend… or so she thought. Elena Carter is a rising detective, fearless and brilliant. But her world shatters when she's assigned to track down a ruthless mafia leader—only to find out that he shares the same face as the man she loves. The deeper she digs, the more terrifying the truth becomes. Was Adrian Russo ever real? Or was he just a mask? And when forced to choose between her duty and her heart, will she kill the man she loves… or die trying to save him? A story of passion, betrayal, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.

50 years ago, Earth faced an unprecedented threat as alien forces launched a surprise attack, deploying three massive ships that eclipsed the sun at its peak. The extraterrestrial invaders sought to annihilate and enslave humanity, leveraging their advanced technology, superior strength, and sophisticated weaponry. Despite initial resistance, human forces were rapidly overwhelmed, their modern technology proving woefully inadequate against the alien onslaught. On the brink of collapse, humanity's fate seemed all but sealed. However, a mysterious energy known as Aether began to manifest, permeating the planet and imbuing certain individuals with extraordinary "abilities." These superhuman warriors, fueled by the power of Aether, spearheaded a counterattack, gradually pushing the alien forces back to the wastelands. As the war raged on, humans scavenged and repurposed alien technology, incorporating it into innovative weapons and systems that transformed them into a formidable force against their extraterrestrial foes. Adrian an orphan that lost his parents to the ongoing war struggles to live in the streets after being kicked out of the orphanage, he thought all hope was lost, but that changed when he awakened his ability. Follow Adrian as he tries to change his faith against all odds and fights his way to the top!

For three grueling years, Lia served as a dutiful servant to the cold, arrogant billionaire Adrian Blackwell, enduring his cruelty and dismissiveness. Her only solace was the mysterious voice that guided her—a voice promising her a staggering reward of $50 million if she obeyed every one of Adrian’s commands. On the final day, as the clock struck midnight, Lia’s sacrifice was rewarded. The money was hers, tax-free, as promised. Without looking back, she vanished, determined to start a new life. But Adrian couldn’t let her go. For reasons even he couldn’t explain, her absence left a void he couldn’t ignore. When their paths crossed again, he demanded she return to him, only to discover someone unexpected in her life—a suave, enigmatic man who claimed to be her lover. The twist? Lia had no recollection of him, yet his voice was eerily familiar. Caught between a man who mistreated her but now seeks redemption, and another whose existence defies logic, Lia is drawn into a whirlwind of secrets, love, and betrayal. As she pieces together the truth, Lia discovers that the voice guiding her may have been far more than it seemed—and the stakes of her choice might go beyond money, love, or even life itself.

Evelyn Carter wakes up in an unfamiliar luxurious bedroom, only to realize she has been transmigrated into a novel—and not as the protagonist, but as the villainous fiancée! In this cliché-filled world of power struggles and heartbreak, her character is doomed to be abandoned, humiliated, and sent to a psychiatric hospital by the male lead, Adrian Sinclair. Determined to escape her tragic fate, Evelyn makes her first move: breaking off the engagement. But things don’t go as planned—Adrian refuses to let her go, and his rival, Lucas Bennett, starts meddling in her life. Just when she thinks she can stay out of trouble, she finds herself stuck in a dangerous love triangle, torn between two powerful men, and forced into a deadly game of survival.

Lady Seraphina Evernight never imagined her wedding day would feel like a death sentence. Forced to marry the ruthless Duke Adrian Valemont, the very man suspected of destroying her family, she vows to uncover the truth and make him pay. But the deeper she digs into Adrian’s past, the more she realizes that her father’s downfall was no simple betrayal—secrets buried in blood and deceit may shatter everything she thought she knew. Yet Adrian is not the monster she expected. Behind his cold eyes lies a man battling demons of his own, and the more she seeks revenge, the more she finds herself tangled in a web of court intrigue, deadly whispers, and a desire she never anticipated. In a marriage built on vengeance, can love ever take root? Or will their vows be written in thorns and ruin?

Deborah rushed to the hospital thinking her grandfather Johnson Green wasn't going to make it. He was the only family member who was interested in her welfare since her mother died. Her father Patrick was too engaged in the family business to pay attention to his family leaving Elizabeth to manage the household. Elizabeth, Deborah's step-mum has always tried her best to discredit her in the eyes of her grandfather Johnson but all her attempts seem to backfire. Now, Deborah's stepsister Barbara has decided to join forces with her mother in tormenting Deborah and trying to win the favour of Mr Johnson Their intention is to get the old man to sign his will to Barbara and leave Deborah without a penny Deborah is on her way to becoming a graduate and gets in an entanglement with the Dean's son Adrian Rice while also trying to manage the attraction coming from Oscar Lot her coursemate. She faces all these struggles which can only make her stronger and grounded in the long run. Will Deborah be able to handle the pressure of making a name for herself while warding off all who seem to be against her progress. Can the young lady rise above her circumstance? Let's find out.

Adrian was an orphan who was a clever and cheerful child grown into a wonderful adult while engrossed in the novels of fantasy. One day, while Going to a Business Proposal that's going to give his company the perfect kick start, his life took an unexpected turn. While Saving a child on the Road the Truck Hit him claiming his life. "What a cliche way to die Sigh" He inexplicably found himself Reincarnated into the world of Humanity's Vanguard, inhabiting the body of Caelum Aster A Dragon. A Character that Should not have Existed in the Story. "Since the Story already changed from my Existence alone might as well live my way"

Adrian Blackwood, a successful neurosurgeon and master of martial arts, sacrifices his life to save a little girl from certain death. Instead of finding eternal peace, Adrian wakes up as a baby in a new, unknown world. Frustrated and confused, Adrian—now named Kael—decides that this time, he won’t live for ambition or success. Instead, he plans to let life take its course and enjoy the simple things. However, as Kael grows up, he discovers that this world is not as ordinary as it seems. Mysterious forces, ancient secrets, and dangerous creatures await him in the forests surrounding his village. Kael’s new life becomes a journey of discovery, where he must decide whether to remain a passive observer or embrace his destiny and uncover the truth about the world—and himself.

Benjamin Taklaw, a Filipino high school student who dreams of being a bus driver like his father, got killed by Truck-kun. He thought his life would be over, and his soul would be in the afterlife. But, he was given another chance to live his again, this time, as a bus driver in…a fantasy world? He literally woke up on a bus in another world as a young bus driver. Grasping on that opportunity, he, as a 16-year-old boy and bus driver named Russell May, is now living his new life in a new strange world, filled with monsters and magic. Along the way, he took in a snow village girl named Azalea, a low-ranked adventurer named Adrian Paulton, who was betrayed by his hero party in a dungeon, and a pair of twin dragon girls, Rai and Ria. They are now his new party and family. Together, they traveled the world through routes, picking up passengers of different races and socioeconomic backgrounds and dropping them off at their destinations of different kinds. Also, he discovered that he wasn’t alone in being reincarnated in that world: he was part of a class of creatures known as Renad. That group has different backgrounds of their previous lives, different ways they died, and best of all, different abilities, skills, and even equipment. And also, the fantasy world will have evil entities and an organization named the Square Order of the Squirrel, whose primary goal is to free the demon king, Malarka, from the seal that sealed him 1,000 years before.

Sophie Caldwell never imagined her life would come to this, a reluctant bride in a cold, calculated marriage to a man she barely knew. But with her father’s company on the brink of collapse, she’s left with no choice. Adrian Blackwood, the enigmatic zillionaire, offers her a deal that feels more like a sentence than salvation: his wealth and influence in exchange for her hand in marriage. It’s a business arrangement, void of love and emotion, yet binding her to his world of power and dangerous secrets. From the moment Sophie steps into Adrian’s penthouse, she feels like an outsider in his meticulously controlled life. Luxury surrounds her, but the coldness in Adrian’s gaze reminds her that she’s merely a pawn in a larger game. As Sophie begins to navigate through Adrian’s life, she discovers that their union is far from straightforward. What initially seemed like a simple business transaction soon unravels into something far more sinister. Whispers of secrets long buried begin to surface, drawing Sophie into a web of lies and deceit. When she stumbles upon a shocking truth, that Adrian’s father may have played a role in the tragic accident that took her sister’s life three years ago, her world tilts on its axis. Sophie is torn. Her heart aches for her sister, the life she could have had, and the justice she’s craved for years. But now, she’s entangled in the life of the man whose family may be responsible for her pain. Adrian, with his impenetrable walls and his unexpected tenderness, becomes both her tormentor and her solace. Every interaction is a battle of wills, emotions, and trust as Sophie finds herself drawn to him despite her better judgment. As the lines between duty, vengeance, and attraction blur, Sophie faces an impossible choice. Does she follow her heart, risking everything to trust the man she’s been forced to marry? Or does she seek justice for her sister, even if it means destroying the fragile connection she’s begun to build with Adrian? In a world where secrets are currency and love is a luxury neither of them can afford, Sophie and Adrian must confront the demons of their pasts. With every revelation, the distance between them narrows, igniting a passion neither of them can control. But will the truth unite them or shatter them beyond repair? Sophie must decide how much she’s willing to risk for justice, love and for a future that may never be hers.

An ordinary young man reincarnates as Adrian, the eldest son of a once-prominent noble family now living out in boonies of the kingdom. Watch as Adrian embarks on a tantalizing journey, to support his graceful and caring mother and feisty older sister, as a man should, with his seduction system. What to expect: Overpowered MC Incest Harem with lots of Sex Level and class based power system for simplicity 6-7 Chapters per week ............................................................................................................................................ Discord: https://discord.gg/yHBz2SM8T5

Antoinette Newman, firstborn of Adrian Newman and Brittany Newman, who was left for dead, was kidnapped by The Shadow to turn her into a fierce warrior and a lethal weapon to achieve his criminal purposes. Oleg Romanov raised her as a daughter, knowing that she has a high IQ of 850. She was injected with the serum known as the "die-resurrect" (which "kills the person's personality and memories" and turns her into a fierce killer) Due to her great intelligence, she evaded the effects of the serum and pretends to be dominated to fiercely find out the true intentions of The Shadow and fight for justice to be done and face the sinister plans of this powerful world organization that even she does not even imagine the extent of its power and influence, which she will also meet an alien who also fights against The Shadow from another part of the Multiverse, which she will fall in love with and will be part of so that she can become The Fire Cat. The author's first character with autism and neurodivergency.

When Special Agent Celeste Carter goes undercover to infiltrate the deadly DeLuca crime syndicate, she never expects to find herself drawn to the enigmatic and dangerous Adrian Russo—the heir to the empire she’s sworn to take down. As she gains his trust, their game of cat and mouse turns into something far more dangerous: an undeniable connection neither of them can ignore. But when a shocking revelation shakes the foundation of everything they believed, Celeste and Adrian must choose between duty and desire, loyalty and betrayal—before the truth destroys them both.

“I know you're a girl,” Adrian said, daring me. “You must be gay and are just trying to cover it up,” I replied, raising a brow. “Come into the pool then,” he smirked, inviting me in. “I dare not. I don’t want to be touched by a man,” I retorted. “I like girls,” he said, teasing me. I gulped as his words sent shivers down my spine. He likes girls. He likes me! But... I’m a boy. “Go get yourself a girl and stop trying to have me.” “But you're mine.” “No, I’m not.” “Okay then, I'll go get a girl.” He stepped out of the pool, water trickling down his toned body, while my eyes widened in horror. He was going to get another girl?! No! “I know you’re a girl,” Adrian’s voice met me again, his hot, searing gaze locking onto mine. “W-What are you saying?” I stammered, nervous under his intense gaze. Trapping me against the wall, he whispered, “You are mine,” his eyes fixed on my lips. Trying to stand my ground, I said boldly, “I’m not anyone’s,” forcing myself not to show fear. Before I could say another word, Adrian leaned in, capturing my lips. --- What happens when Fiona, whose life has always been controlled by her mother, is sent on a mission to spy on her mother’s enemy’s son—disguised as a boy? What happens when she falls in love with her target? Will she choose maternal love or romantic love?

The young master of the Thorne family, Adrian Thorne, one of the twelve great families on the floating cloud continent had it all, wealth, power and a beautiful fiancee........ until he didn't. When he returned home from his training in the mountains after receiving a strange necklace from his father, he was shocked to find his whole family massacred by the people of demonic faction. Ambushed and injured, he thinks that the end is near until a drop of blood causes the necklace to emit a dazzling light just as he passes out. Adrian wakes up to find his pursuers dead. Shocked and still in grief, he searches his home to find his younger brother and a servant girl still alive. Vowing to take revenge on those that destroyed their family, the group of three wander off into the night. With his new inheritance, will Adrian be able to have his revenge and be able to rebuild his family with just the three of them? And who helped the demonic faction ambush the Thorne family? Please show your support through votes and comments.

When interdimensional portals opened in Earth, a young man named Adrian Sage is forced to participate in a mysterious survival game. The only way to survive is to enter the portals, each leading to a new realm with its unique games and challenges. With each portal, Adrian must adopt to new rules, opponents, all while unravelling the secrets behind the tournament and the true purpose of the portals. As Adrian progresses, the stakes grow higher and the games become increasingly deadly. Will Adrian be able to survive the games or will he become the latest causality of this new battle royale?

Evelyn Rayner had lost everything, her family, her business, and, ultimately, herself. Betrayal, regret, and despair had stripped her of faith, leaving her in darkness. But fate was not so cruel. Reborn with the memories of her past life, she was determined to right every wrong, to repay the debts of love and loyalty, to seek redemption from those she had hurt, most importantly “him”. Now, standing in the heart of a grand ballroom, adorned in elegance, she moved through the sea of people, their admiring gazes passed unnoticed to her. Her eyes sought only one person the man she had lost once before. Adrian Vaughn. As she reached him, her voice, soft yet resolute, carried a whisper from the past. “Didn’t you promise me that you’d only dance with me?” His piercing gaze locked onto hers, emotions flickering in the depths of his eyes before a slow, knowing smirk curved his lips. Closing the distance between them, he leaned in, his breath warm against her ear as he murmured, “I didn’t know my little wife would be the jealous type.” The words struck a forgotten chord within her, pulling her back to childhood memories, back when she had boldly, laughing with childlish confidence declared herself as his wife to everyone. Now, looking at the man before her, aloof, unreadable, yet teasing in a way only she understood, gratitude swelled within her. She had lost him once, and in her final moments of her past life, regret had consumed her for she failed him and everyone around her. But not this time. She silently vowed in her heart.

Thea never thought she would return here. Not after everything that had happened. But life had a way of circling back, dragging her into familiar halls, familiar faces—and him. Professor Adrian Carter. The past was supposed to be buried beneath the diamond Andrew had slipped onto her finger, beneath whispered promises of a future that was stable, predictable. But now, standing in Adrian’s office once more, she knew some ghosts never truly left. And neither did certain desires.

When desperate circumstances force Isla Monroe, an independent but struggling designer, into a marriage contract with the cold and mysterious billionaire Adrian Sinclair, she believes she’s just another pawn in his ruthless world. But what starts as a loveless business arrangement soon turns into a tangled web of secrets, betrayals, and undeniable passion. As Isla uncovers the dark secrets behind Adrian’s motives for marrying her, she realizes she’s trapped in a game far more dangerous than she imagined. When past betrayals resurface and hidden enemies threaten everything, will love be enough to survive, or will their contract end in heartbreak and destruction?

Lee Seo-jun was an average college student until one day an accident took his life away, ripping him away from the life he knew and loved. He suddenly found himself waking up in the body of Adrian Mallorne, the third son of a minor antagonist side character in a novel he read once before. As Adrien, he finds himself with a caring but distant mother, two older brothers who find new ways to make his life a living hell, an abusive father, and a charismatic prince with a secret. Armed with modern-day knowledge, he navigates his new life at Tris Academy where he learns all about this new and magical world he finds himself in. Watching as the novel's plot unfolds, he finds that there is more to this world than the novel ever mentioned, especially when it comes to the charismatic prince that has taken it upon himself to follow Adrien around. What secrets does this prince hide? Why does Adrien feel such a strong attraction to him? And when will those rotten brothers of his leave him alone?