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Synopsis: On Earth, gaming isn't just a hobby; it’s a way of life. Gamers are revered, their earnings rivaling those of CEOs and their influence shaping governments. At the very top stands Malachi Reed, the Immortal, a title reserved for the best of the best. For 20 years, he dominated the gaming world, leading his team, The Emperors, to countless victories. But fame comes with enemies. On the way to a championship event, Malachi and his team are ambushed by Team Blazers, their bitter rivals. What should’ve been a celebration turned into a bloodbath. When Malachi opened his eyes again, it wasn’t on Earth—it was in Tattooria, a fantasy world where the stakes are as high as in his games, but now his life is the currency. Reincarnated with his gaming instincts intact, Malachi finds himself in a world of swordplay, magic, and a mysterious system that feels eerily like the games he once ruled. But here, there are no respawns, no save points, and no teammates. With only his wits and his will to survive, Malachi must carve his path from the bottom once more. Will he rise to become the Immortal of Tattooria, or will this world be the ultimate boss that finally ends his streak? The game might have changed, but Malachi is still playing to win. Game on.

Claire Reed thought she married the man of her dreams, Evander Kensington, but she had no idea that their marriage was built on a lie; a family vow that trapped him by her side. His heart, however, belonged to another woman, his white lotus. No matter how hard Claire tried to win Evander’s love, he only grew colder, and his family treated her like she didn’t exist. When she lost their unborn child, Claire’s world shattered. She wanted to see Evander, but he didn't bother to check on her. Instead, he went to meet that white lotus. Unable to bear the betrayal, she decided to free Evander from this marriage, leaving behind a letter and divorce papers, claiming she now had someone else she loved! ~~~~ "You’re mine, and I’ll never let you go!” he declared, his voice dark with possessiveness. “But I don’t want you anymore! You can have Susan—I’m now in love with someone else!” Claire shot back, her words sharp and final. "You can't be with anyone. Do you even know how sleepless nights I've without you?" Evander's hold on her tightened. "I'll see how you become some else when I'll claim you," he pronounced before crashing his lips on her.

Eira Hax, the daughter of a once-wealthy heiress, has spent her entire life in the shadows. Twenty-two years ago, her mother, a kind-hearted but naive woman, was deceived by her husband, a ruthless businessman. He stole her entire fortune and framed her for a crime, sending her to prison, unaware that she was pregnant and secretly battling terminal cancer. Eira’s mother died alone behind bars, but not before giving birth to Eira, entrusting her with a burning desire for revenge. Now, two decades later, Eira returns with one goal: to destroy the man who ruined her mother’s life—her own father. To do so, she strategically marries his most powerful rival, Callian Reed, a man as dangerous as he is influential. Together, they plot to destroy her father’s empire, piece by piece. But as Eira is pulled deeper into a world of business, power and revenge, she’s forced to confront her own problems and decide just how far she’s willing to go to avenge her mother. “I’m not your enemy, darling…you should know that by now.” “Callian, everything you do is not written in our contract. Why are you breaking it?” “The more I learn about you, the more I hate everyone who hurt you. So please, Eira, let me get rid of them for you.”

Not just another reincarnation book. Dol and Riya are bound by fate—and their past lives. In this lifetime, Dol has a chance to rewrite her story. Once the real daughter of her father’s estranged sister, she was abandoned to an orphanage after a tragic accident. Riya, desperate to escape her own misery, manipulated her way into Dol’s life, taking Dol´s rightful place in the family. Now reborn with the memories of her former life, Dol avoids the adoption that bound her to Riya, finding a new family to nurture and prosper with. But Riya, also awakening to her past, refuses to let go of what she believes is hers. As the two grapple with the echoes of their shared history, the lines between love, hate, and destiny blur, threatening to unravel the very fabric of their existence. Set against a rich backdrop of familial loyalty, betrayal, and reincarnation, "The Thief of My Old Existence" is a gripping tale of second chances and the haunting consequences of past decisions.

Was i born as a cosmic mistake?, salih is destined to be the catalyst for a catastrophic war—a reality that the universe tries to correct again and again. Each time salih evades her predestined death, another innocent life is claimed in her place. But salih refuses to accept her fate. Haunted by memories of her past lives and the trail of destruction in her wake, Salih discovers she’s not alone. Rayan, a soul intertwined with hers through countless cycles, holds the key to unraveling the mystery of Salih’s existence. Rayan, however, harbors his own agenda, one rooted in bitterness and betrayal from lifetimes past. In a race against time, the two must navigate a web of karmic debts, twisted fates, and the boundaries of morality. Can Salih find a way to end the cycle of death without surrendering to her destiny? Or will her very existence continue to steal the lives of those she holds dear? the book "ripples of My Stolen Life" is a poignant and thrilling exploration of identity, destiny, and the price of survival.

The world's top-notch killer had just completed a brilliant mission and was planning to take it easy and play some games. However, while he was playing, he felt that something was completely wrong! This game was way too realistic! It was only after falling off a cliff that he belatedly realized what had happened. What kind of game was this? He had actually traveled through time! He was about to die right after arriving here. What was the point of that? Was it to make sure he didn't die thoroughly and had to go through it all over again? When he opened his eyes again, all his injuries were healed. After carefully recalling the memories of the original owner, he discovered that this was a technologically advanced future world! He had transformed from a killer into the eldest son of the mayor of Calais City. Since he was already here, he might as well make the best of it. Anyway, he was tired of the days filled with fighting and killing. Here comes the life of a rich second-generation heir! He had originally wanted to live a carefree and leisurely life in retirement. However, trouble soon came knocking at his door. Why was it that the original owner could live a carefree life as a young master for over a decade, while he had to be forced to risk his life as soon as he arrived? Could things get any worse! Looking at the powerful particle cannon pointed at his forehead, what could a little killer like him do? A wise man knows better than to fight when the odds are against him. He could only swallow his pride for the time being! Wasn't it just an adventure? He loved adventures the most. But the direction this world was taking was getting weirder and weirder! It was okay if there was ancient martial arts, but how come there were also monsters and demons? What happened to the promised future world! How could it be so unscientific? So, is the end of science just metaphysics? I just wanted to enjoy a peaceful retirement life. Do you have to force me like this? Alright, alright, do you have to play it this way? Since that's the case, then don't blame me for being a sly operator! Let's see how Reed Brooks, a modern killer, experiences a fantasy journey in the future world.

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Kevin Reed gained enlightenment at the brink of death, as he sees the one he pledged allegiance to, and some long-time comrades betray him. He closes his eyes one last time thinking, 'If only I had known' Yet against all odds, he finds himself back in time in the body of the fourth prince of the royal family of a soon-to-fall Empire. This is the story of a Knight who uses the machinations of an Empire to take his revenge on all those who betrayed him. A man who uses the knowledge of the future to get the best out of every situation. A man preparing for the coming of the Era of Prodigies and Disaster. But he would have to challenge adversity if he is to bring his ambitions to fruition. So come along on his journey filled with twists and turns, enemies and thorns. As we see the knowledge of the future is used at its best. But no one, not even Ezra, could've predicted just how much Chaos this single irregularity would cause. So join us to witness Ezra, as he rises from humble beginnings, well... maybe not so humble, to becoming a peerless existence. As he rises from the ashes to become a True Sovereign! This is the rise...of the Infinite Sovereign! Discord server: discord.gg/FpBqWR7Pzf ------------------------------------ A/N: This book is written with a pace in relation to the events. It's written in a pace that neither slow enough to cause boredom nor fast enough to cause confusion. It's just right. In this novel, too much is always happening all at once. what do i mean? read to find out. And while this novel's title doesn't seem to have correlation to the story in the beginning. It was titled in regards to events in the long term. ----------------------------------------- WARNING!: Read at least five Chapters before drawing any conclusions ---------------------------------------------- Release Rate: 1ch/day.

BOOK 2: FUTURISTIC MAFIA STORY. 105 days to live. Three worlds in one. One underground Mafia base. Violet Griffin is diagnosed with cancer again, and she has 105 days left to live. Violet rules out a bucket list, and her first goal is to tell her crush, Ethan Reed, about her feelings for him, but things don't go as planned when Ethan ignores her efforts to talk to him. She throws away her bucket list, and Ethan sees it. Having lost someone dear to him to cancer, Ethan makes it his priority to make her dreams come true. He offers her a job to be his tutor. As they spend time together, Violet gets interwoven in Ethan's dark underground world.  Then she realizes the people she hated the most were around her all along. NOTE: YOU CAN STILL READ THIS BOOK IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE FIRST, BUT FOR BETTER UNDERSTANDING, YOU CAN READ ' DIVORCED IN LOVE FIRST' IT'S WON'T SHOW AS OTHER BOOKS I'VE WRITTEN BUT YOU CAN SEARCH IT UP. THE ONE WITH THE GREEN COVER PHOTO, IS THE UPDATED VERSION.

Woven into the fabric of society, they amble earth under the sun and the moon, among humans. They do. You won’t see them unless they allow it. They’ll fool you, the creatures of the night. They fooled the exceptionally intelligent Rosemary Reed. Cursed or… Perhaps blessed was the day the veil dropped before her eyes, and one single date with a charming stranger was all it took, thus shattering the illusion of life she beheld through her human eyes. Left with no other choice in order to protect herself and her loved ones, Rose leaps head first in the abysses of a world that stood on its own axioms. Fortunately for her, she does not have to walk that path alone. From a complete stranger to far more than she wanted him to be, ‘til the flames of their forbidden love burn too bright to smother. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Updating once a week for now. -The novel does include some dark themes, violence and blood and sexual content- You may contact me on discord here: mavisruss

Victoria alias Jayden sky, 19 year old and pop music sensation isn't one to be kept down, not much for rules and regulations. when it's discovered that someone is after her life, her family will do everything to keep her safe including hire a bodyguard. Asher Reed is a no nonsense, ex military Seargent who is now navigating the world as a civilian and bodyguard under Nexus protection services. when pop meets hard-core how will they cope with the difference and most importantly, who is trying to kill Victoria.

In a world where power defines existence, where fate is forged through blood and fire, one broken soul rises from the ashes. After the annihilation of the Lou Clan, young Yan Lou is left with nothing but a burning will and a nameless sword art stained with his father’s blood. Cast into the unforgiving world of Murim, where ambition and betrayal intertwine, he seeks strength not for revenge—but for meaning in an existence ruled by chaos. Branded as a dangerous prodigy in a middling martial sect, Yan Lou defies his fate through ruthless cunning, unyielding resolve, and a mastery of the enigmatic Void Blossom Sword Art. As he ascends through the brutal hierarchy of martial arts, he faces enemies far stronger, a corrupt world bent on his destruction, and the dark secrets of his clan’s forgotten past. But in a world where even legends fall, the question remains—will Yan Lou rise beyond mortal limits, or be consumed by the abyss he seeks to conquer? Sword of Transcendence is a gripping dark cultivation epic blending relentless battles, philosophical introspection, and a brutal journey toward ultimate power—where the price of strength may be everything.

Sophia Reed, a sharp and fearless 24-year-old PR strategist, is used to cleaning up messy reputations. But when she’s hired to save billionaire Damien Steele’s image, she realizes this job might be her toughest yet. Damien is cold, guarded, and infuriatingly handsome—a combination that’s as dangerous as it is distracting. As Sophia digs deeper into his world, she discovers a man haunted by secrets, his icy exterior hiding a fire she can’t resist. The more she tries to keep things professional, the harder it gets to ignore the pull between them. But with the media circling and enemies waiting for their chance to strike, every step closer to Damien puts her heart—and her career—on the line.

Lily Thompson never expected her professional life to be upended by Maxwell Reed, the enigmatic CEO with a magnetic pull. What starts as a contract negotiation quickly spirals into a dangerous game of passion and desire, testing the boundaries of their careers and their hearts. As their chemistry ignites, secrets and rivalries threaten to unravel everything they hold dear. Will their connection survive the storm, or will it consume them both?

When escort Lexi Thompson meets wealthy entrepreneur Jackson Reed at a rooftop bar in LA, their whirlwind romance sweeps them off their feet. But Lexi's secrets threaten to tear them apart. As she navigates her troubled past, a devastating tragedy strikes: her four year-old son falls into a coma. As Lexi faces the unthinkable, Jackson stands by her side, offering a love and support she's never known. But will their bond be strong enough to overcome the darkness of her past and the heartbreak that lies ahead? Dive into this emotional, heartwarming tale of love, loss, and redemption, as Lexi and Jackson discover that true love can conquer even the most shattered of dreams.

"I'll never share a room with him!" The beautiful campus belle pointed at me... I came from the wilderness and was raised by five grandparents who had extraordinary means. In order to uncover the truth about my parents' murder, I returned to the city and stayed at the home of the beautiful campus belle. With just myself and a dog, I embarked on a journey of shameless swindling. I crossed the river on a single reed and made a live-streamed appointment to fight at the South Heavenly Gate; To save my beloved one, I surrounded Taihang Mountain all by myself; I swindled a powerful figure seven times and made three entries and exits to the noble families in Kyoto; With a single sword, I crossed to the east and forced the strong men from the island country to retreat and bow their heads; I explored all the geomantic omen of the mountains, rivers, and lakes and deciphered the secrets of the martial arts path... I walked step by step towards the peak of the mountain, only to find that there was still more truth hidden within the truth...

-WARNING - ADULT AND MATURED SCENES WERE DEPICTED IN THIS BOOK In the game of love, these two players don't intend to win. *Dual POV:* *Richard Wellington's Story* Born with a weak heart, billionaire Richard Wellington has always shielded himself from love, fearing the risk of heartbreak. But when his parents insist he chooses a wife from a selection of 15 high-society candidates, Richard must confront his deepest fears. *Sofia Blake (Reed)'s Story* Fashion enthusiast Sofia Blake has been burned by love and believes it's a fool's game. Desperate to escape her cruel stepmother and evil stepsisters, Sofia accepts a job as Richard's personal assistant and judge for his wife search. But as she navigates the treacherous waters of high society, Sofia finds herself drawn to the one man she's supposed to resist. As Richard and Sofia work together, their initial disdain for each other slowly gives way to a forbidden attraction. But with their past heartaches and fears threatening to tear them apart, can they find a way to heal and open their hearts to each other? Will the Wellington Empire's legacy be secured, or will Richard and Sofia's love be the downfall of everything they hold dear?" What happens when these two individuals who hate each other and are unreceptive to love, starts growing feelings for each other?

Jack Cooper, abandoned and ridiculed for his appearance, survives the harsh streets through sheer willpower. His life takes a dramatic turn when he meets Paul, a master assassin who offers him a chance to gain power and respect. Under Paul’s rigorous and often painful training, Jack transforms into one of the world’s top assassins, mastering the art of assassination and weaponry. Tragedy strikes when Paul is killed by a powerful adversary. Jack, driven by a desire for revenge, meticulously plans and executes his retaliation. However, during the final battle, he is poisoned and succumbs to his injuries. Jack’s story doesn’t end with his death. He awakens in a mysterious new world as Lucas Reed, the third prince of the Reed royal family. Armed with his past life’s skills and experiences, Lucas vows to become invincible and powerful in this new realm. The legend of the Prince Assassin is about to unfold, as Lucas navigates this new world with the determination and cunning of an assassin.

she is a brat daugther of the no.1 richest business man in the whole country . and he is the 2 nd richest but unlike her , he is so kind . he even help poor people . until one day khione fell in love with reed. but reed doesn't like him so khione will make a way for reed to love him. will she succed? .

Reed Thorne, The least talented of four children of the Thorne clan. Surrounded by those who can tame and command powerful beasts, will he manage to stand alongside them with much more mundane creatures? Or will he fall by the wayside as a world of adventure and glory leaves him behind?

Trapped in a marriage forged by a deal she didn’t make, Ayita Reed finds herself bound to Dominic Blackwell—a rising politician with ties to the deadly Cosmos Mafia. While she dreams of escape, he hides a heart hardened by betrayal. But as danger closes in and their fragile connection deepens, they’ll have to decide if love is worth risking everything—or if their scars will tear them apart.

Lou Yan, the cold and stoic CEO of the Lou Family, was born into immense wealth and success, possessing both good luck and remarkable physical strength. With no flaws in sight, he is the typical Mr. Perfect! However, little did anyone know, Lou Yan's secret hobby was actually… indulging in Gary Stu novels. On a Monday evening, he was sitting in his grand office, sipping fine wine, browsing a tablet as if he were scrutinizing a multi-million dollar deal. But in reality, he was reading an ABO novel!  Reading the scene of the green tea omega employing tricks to frame the villain in the novel, Lou Yan sneered. Lou Yan: “Heh….just a small trick, how can it fool anyone?” Seeing the silly villain really getting tricked, Lou Yan was silent, “….” Reading the scene of the scum alpha gong putting multiple green hats on the villain and fully cheating on him, Lou Yan’s face was amused. Lou Yan: “Such a pathetic man, can he satisfy you?” Seeing the silly villain kneeling to beg for the scum gong to come back, Lou Yan lost his smile and went silent, “…..” Reading the scene of the silly villain tricked by the green tea omega into his heat and sent into a club filled with alphas, Lou Yan finally couldn’t hold it anymore. Suddenly, a headrush overcame him and he….transferred into the novel. — Aloof-but-spoiling-alpha-gong x Possesive-crazy-with-revenge-omega-shou Tags: Seme protagonist, ABO, Protagonist Strong from the Start, Transmigration, Book Wear, Revenge, Healing, Charismatic Protagonist, Confident Protagonist, Ruthless Protagonist, Male Yandere, Obsessive Love, Handsome Male Lead, First Love, Omegaverse A/N: just a fellow reader attempting to write, if you’re interested in a gong protagonist transferring into an ABO world, do come in for a ride! Those who wants fluff and healing come in come in~ (cover pic isn't mine, credits to the original owner.)

Jason Reed, a 21-year-old felt lost in life as he couldn’t seem to hold down a job or find purpose in life. After being fired from his ninth job in three months; this time for ruining a bakery batch by mixing salt instead of sugar, he returned to his crumbling trailer home, the only thing his parents left behind before mysteriously disappearing years ago. Exhausted and frustrated, Jason skipped dinner and collapsed into bed, only to be pulled into a terrifying nightmare. In the dream, Jason found himself in a strange forest where the sky mirrored the ground, with upside-down trees stretching endlessly above. The forest seemed alive, constantly shifting and changing its shape and colors with weird sounds echoing all around, making him anxious to escape. As Jason finally reached a clearing, he discovered that he was at the edge of a cliff overlooking a battlefield littered with the bodies of monstrous creatures. Turning back in fear, he found himself facing the entrance of a massive cave that wasn’t there moments before. Now trapped between the cliff and the ominous cave, Jason has nowhere to run. A chilling tension fills the air as in the next moment a massive red dragon emerges from the cave. It had bright red, with odd rectangular scales and glowing yellow eyes that gave it a strange, digital appearance, like the final boss of an old arcade game. The dragon growled, releasing thick and massive amounts of smoke from its nostrils as it locked its gaze on Jason. Jason froze, hoping the dragon would leave him alone, but his slightest movement triggered the dragon to attack. Chomp! In a single horrifying moment, the dragon devoured Jason whole, jolting him awake in a cold sweat. Shaken, Jason tried to dismiss the nightmare and get on with his day. But his morning was about to take a bizarre turn when he found a small, red metal case on his bathroom sink. It had an intricate design around its border with a blank center that made it look like the design was incomplete. Inside, he found a deck of some type of cards. However, the moment Jason touched the deck, it glowed with a soft red light followed by a piercing ringing filling his ears. He clutched his head in pain, unable to make it stop. When the ringing finally subsided, Jason slowly picked himself back up only to look up at the mirror and freeze. Staring back at him was the same dragon from his nightmare, its terrifying eyes locking onto his once again. Jason’s life was about to change forever as he uncovered the truth about a dangerous experiment, the chaos it threatened to unleash on the world, and his own role in stopping it. Jason's life was about to change forever as he discovered the truth about a dangerous experiment, the chaos it was about to bring to his world, and his role in stopping something that should never have been created.

After waking up with no memories of who he is or where he comes from, Avery Reed finds himself covered in blood, torn clothes, pains all over his body and surrounded by strange people whose language he cannot understand. After a little investigation, Avery realizes that he had been transmigrated into a strange world filled with mystical creatures and people with supernatural powers called The Foci. Avery, however, has no time to relax as he is thrown into different situations that tests his strength and willpower, unlocking memories from his past as a skilled fighter and in a pivotal moment, becoming a Foci with the power to…

Dr. Alexander Reed, a Nobel laureate in physics, finds himself mysteriously transported to a world where society is a blend of Stone Age and Iron Age cultures. In this realm, powerful sects dominate through ancient cultivation practices, harnessing mystical energies to enhance their abilities. Equipped with a unique "Technology System," Alexander is tasked with advancing this world's technological state from primitive Stone Age tools to the brink of a Type I civilization on the Kardashev Scale.

Desperate circumstances force Lily Sinclair to accept an offer she can’t refuse, now she's bound to a dominating beast who ridicules her. Damian Reed, a ruthless billionaire, makes her an offer that feels like a trap in exchange for playing the role of his perfect wife— submissive behind closed doors and in public too. He manipulates her every move with a cruelty but Lily swears she won’t break, no matter how far he pushes her. How long can she resist the beast who controls her every moment? Or will she find herself falling into the very trap he’s set for her heart?

Ivy Reed, the world’s top assassin, is betrayed and killed—only to awaken in a magical realm as the Duke’s powerless daughter. Now engaged to the king’s mysterious, ruthless younger brother, the Fourth Prince, Ivy secretly resumes her deadly work while hiding her identity. Will she manage to live her double life as an assassin and princess, read more to find out ------------------------------------------------------

*WARNING!!!* EXTREME LEVELS OF CULTURE!! *Lemons? - In excess!!!* *V's? - Of course yes!!* *Plot? - Divine!! ******** According to Elven tradition, every firstborn prince, upon his 18th birthday, would become husband to seven elven goddesses in exchange for blessing the land of Sylvandar with abundance. And so the cycle continued, each generation bound by an ancient promise, a marriage of duty rather than desire. That is, until the sixteenth king of Sylvandar threatened to break the cycle. Refusing to wed his only son to 'some depraved goddesses of old,' he locked the prince away in a tower right from birth. It was gilded and golden and extravagant, but it was always a cage. ___ Locked away, Ashen's fantasies of a goddess started one night, and he had an instant obsession for the goddess in his dreams. She was built like a temptress would be. She was lithe, like a reed by a calm stream. He didn't know why, but he instantly trusted this goddess. As soon as he saw her, some magic took hold of him. "Are you here to claim me?" "Your father has given you to us." "How did he give me to you? What does that mean?" "You should not fear me," She said softly, instead of answering. She held up her hand when Ashen opened his mouth, shaking her head and cutting him off. "No harm will ever come to you." The king had arrived home that night, and he was yelling, screaming. "Where is he? Where is my son!" The doorknob rattled, and the goddess could smell his fear on the other side. It was something to make her grin with pleasure. She waited for the king to kick through the door and burst the lock free, let him see her holding Ashen, let him take in the view of his son lost to tradition. "The elven tradition has been fulfilled, King Galahad," she said lightly. The shout of horrified despair was music to her ears when she willed Ashen and herself home together. ___ But as it turned out, Ashen had spent all his life in a tower and lacked the makings of a husband. To be deserving of seven beautiful elven goddesses, he had to be stripped of all innocence. And so he was kicked down the infinite corridor of carnal delight. Within this corridor, every step is a leap across universes, every breath, a taste of air from a thousand different worlds. To those who dare to tread its paths, it offers glimpses of erotic lives unlived and kinky fates unwritten. But also, those already lived and fates set in stone. It is a tapestry of many existence that span the breadth of all the 'kink' that is, was, and will be. And so, Ashen journeys down the infinite corridor of carnal delight into the erotic lives of others in order to be stripped of his innocence and become a husband deserving of his beautiful wives-to-be. ******** #No NTR *WARNING!!!* *WRITTEN BY A DEGENERATE!!!* THIS BOOK WILL CONTAIN R18 SCENES, VULGAR WORLDS, SOME INSTANCES OF ABUSE AND A WHOLE LOT. IF THIS IS NOT YOUR CUP OF TEA, I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU AVOID IT. OTHERWISE, ENJOY!!!... DISCLAIMER: COVER ISN'T MINE.

Billionaire James "Jim" Reed faces a bad fate in a world where wealth and energy are valued more: he has one year to marry and have a child or risk losing everything to his lethal rival, Marcus Blackwood. Sophia "Sophie" Patel, a brilliant and bright lawyer with her secrets, is Jim's final hope when he needs an answer. As they begin their phony marriage, Jim and Sophie become embroiled in a web of deception. As their connection strengthens, their emotions become more tangible. Jim is suffering from personal issues, and Sophie's secret history jeopardizes their relationship. Unexpected revelation disrupts their carefully managed display of restrained emotions. Jim's world is upended, and Sophie's secrets and practices are revealed.

In a marriage that feels more like a prison, Lily Chen has endured three years of emotional neglect as her husband, Jason Reed, lavishes his affection on his “white moonlight,” Sarah Morgan. After a tragic miscarriage leaves her heartbroken and alone, Lily finally finds the strength to pen a divorce agreement and walk away from the man she loves but can no longer bear. Two years later, transformed and thriving, Lily returns to reclaim her life—only to discover Jason is still holding on, desperate to win her back. As old wounds reopen and buried secrets surface, Lily must navigate a web of deceit, betrayal, and unexpected alliances. With a new admirer in the person of Mark Donovan and a business rivalry with the cunning Vanessa Hale, Lily faces challenges that test her resolve. But when Sarah's manipulative schemes threaten to unravel everything Lily has built, she must confront her past and choose between the man who broke her heart and the new path she has forged. Will Lily embrace the love she deserves, or will she remain trapped in the shadows of a love that was never meant to be?