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She died with nothing — only to wake in a world where having everything could still cost her life Anna never asked for much. A better life, a way out of the suffocating club she danced in, and a little peace. But when jealousy poisons her final drink, she opens her eyes in a stranger’s body… and a stranger’s nightmare. Now, in the skin of Amelia Harrowind, a delicate noblewoman in a ruthless Victorian world, Anna finds herself betrothed to the infamous Demon Duke of Blackmoor — a man so feared that no respectable family dares offer their daughters in marriage. Branded as murderers after a long-buried scandal, the Blackmoor family lives in isolation, their name spoken only in hushed tones. Betrayed by family, hunted by a power-hungry stepsister, and thrust into a deadly political game, Anna must navigate treacherous families, sinister schemes, and the cold gaze of a Duke who might be her only ally — or her executioner.

One elite school. One dead student. Two boys who can’t stand each other…and can’t stay away. Welcome to Blackwell Academy. A school where power isn’t earned…it’s inherited. Blackwell Academy is the most prestigious high school in the country…. But behind the ivy-covered walls and marble floors, nothing is innocent. Secrets are traded. Scandals are covered. And everyone is playing a role in the chain. At the top of the food chain is The Glass Circle….a powerful, group of six students born into wealth, influence, and power. They’re admired, feared, envied. Untouchable. One night, one of them, in the circle ends up dead. What happens when Ash Rivera….a quiet, artistic scholarship student from the slums of the city…witnesses the one thing he was never meant to see? He wasn’t supposed to be at the party. He wasn’t supposed to step into their world. He wasn’t suppose to see the body fall off the rooftop. He definitely wasn’t supposed to catch Dominic Vale’s attention. But one wrong night changes everything. He’s the only one who knows the truth…and the only one the killer didn’t plan for. “They said I didn’t belong in their world. They were right. Now I’m the secret no one saw coming.” And why does Dominic keep saying, "Ash Rivera is mine. No one touches him…no one…except me."

Philip never expected his new life to be so… complicated. When a tragic accident in the modern metropolis of Bortinto abruptly ends his struggle for survival, he wakes up as the scandal-ridden heir of a ducal house in a world where magic and science coexist. Any fantasies of an easy, heroic life vanish the moment he realizes that the estate that he is tasked with managing is drowning in debt, and his reputation has been shredded by rumors involving his predecessor’s broken engagement to the socialite Lady Rosetta—the granddaughter of a prince. Even as he scrambles to rebuild his estate’s fortunes—grappling with contaminated land, mounting debts, and shrewed industrialists—he unearths troubling secrets about the original Philip’s heartbreak and suicide. A dark, hidden force seems intent on wiping him out for an unknown reason. As conspiracies emerge linking Lady Rosetta’s departure to these shadowy machinations, Philip struggles to separate ally from adversary, not knowing why this power in high places is so bent on destroying him. Meanwhile, the realm teeters on the brink of monumental change. Technological and social revolutions collide with century-old magical traditions, and war drums thunder on the distant borders. Armed with his modern knowledge of finance—now fused with the world’s burgeoning industrial innovations—Philip attempts to ride the trends and transform his estate into a beacon of prosperity and secure his heirship to the ducal title. Yet each small triumph only attracts more enemies. Tasked by the System with cultivating a supernatural entity while uncovering the real reason behind Lady Rosetta’s canceled engagement and the original Philip’s tragic end, he must also shield those he grows to care about from the looming threats. Will he harness the synergy of magic, technology, and commerce to steer his estate toward greatness, or will malevolent forces quash his second chance at life? Will his second chance at life end the same tragic way as his first?

Elara Vance, a rising star in the cutthroat world of architecture, watches her meticulously built career implode in a single humiliating public scandal. Accused of corporate espionage by a mentor she trusted, she's branded a pariah, losing her firm, her reputation, and her last penny. Just as the city's sparkling skyline appears to taunt her misery, a figure emerges from the darkness: Julian Thorne, the infamous, ruthless CEO of Thorne Industries and her family's archenemy for years. Julian provides Elara with a lifeline—a Faustian bargain that traps her in his gilded cage, supposedly to utilise her power for his own secret purposes. Cornered in a deadly game of cat and mouse where trust is something she cannot afford, Elara has to cope with Julian's dark charm and the intense, hot chemistry igniting between them. As lunar nights reveal unexpected vulnerabilities and shared histories, Elara is faced with a shocking truth: Julian Thorne is not only a cunning billionaire but also the very man who holds the secrets to unravelling her own death and, perhaps, to a destiny that unites them under the moon's eternally watchful eye. Will an unwilling alliance ignite a passion powerful enough to redeem them both, or will their clashing worlds tear them apart beyond redemption?

Welcome to Crestmont University, Nigeria’s most prestigious campus where the smartest minds, hottest drama, and deepest secrets collide. Zayne Adedayo, a freshman from a humble background, thought university life would be about studying and making his parents proud. But he’s about to discover that Crestmont is more than just lectures and textbooks—it’s a battleground of hearts, pride, ego, rivalry, and personal evolution. From unexpected love triangles, brutal academic competitions, betrayal by close friends, school scandals, heart-stopping elections, school awards, career setbacks, midnight heartbreaks, and moments of wild laughter, this is a coming-of-age journey you’ll never forget. Zayne's story is one of survival and ambition. Between fierce debates, broken promises, sudden crushes, and a dream to become Student Union President, he'll navigate the turbulent tide of university life—with all its ups and downs. Will he rise above, or will campus life swallow him whole?

Bella Rivers didn’t come to Whitethorn Academy looking for a second chance. She came to disappear in a new world. After a scandal blew up her life back home, she wanted to be somewhere no one knew her name — not the boy who leaked her nudes, and especially not the best friend who gave nothing but pure evil in return for her love. Fresh in a new school in the heart of the forest — much to Bella’s preference — she blends in like a chameleon. Sensing the energy from the last living descendant of the cursed Moonblood line, four boys — powerful and untouchable, the Greek gods — start circling around her like they’ve picked up a scent. “Did I become this beautiful overnight?” Bella questions herself. But when her skin burns beneath the moonlight and a mark blooms on her wrist like wildfire, Bella realizes she didn’t come here to escape her past. In fact, she possesses something entirely sensational — wilder than her dreams. Whatever’s been sleeping inside her? It has awakened hungry. And it doesn’t care who it burns to reclaim its throne.

Sana never imagined that one drunken mistake would drag her into a world of scandals, secrets, and heartbreak. Juggling a messy fallout with a rising actor and a demanding job under a brutally handsome billionaire boss, she’s doing her best to keep it together — until Noah walks in: warm smile, wicked charm, and eyes that see straight through her chaos. One is her boss. One might be her safe place. But love? That’s off the table. She’s told herself again and again — she can’t fall. Not for power, not for charm, not for anyone. But what happens when the lines blur, hearts misbehave, and the internet has its own version of the story? A storm is coming — and Sana’s right in the eye of it. Read to explore Have an amazing day! -AlienMonster

Theo Duskblood was born to crush protagonists. In his past life, he was just another bored young man—fed up with cliché stories where goody-two-shoes heroes always won, villains existed only to be face-slapped, and the “righteous” always got the girl. One car accident later, he opens his eyes in a new world… inside the body of the most punchable rich heir imaginable. Handsome. Arrogant. Obscenely wealthy. And now equipped with something the old world never gave him: The Arrogant Young Master System. > “Detected a righteous protagonist flaunting justice nearby… Initiating ego boost. +10 to smug aura.” “Mission: Steal his destiny. Bonus reward if you also steal his girl.” With a system that rewards petty flexes, dramatic entrances, and shameless villainy, Theo is done playing by hero rules. He’s here to mock plot armor, ruin chosen ones, and rewrite every cliché from the villain’s throne. > “Time to ruin another protagonist’s life. What? He’s cultivating love and justice? I’m cultivating sarcasm and scandal.” Theo will crush destiny under polished boots, seduce heroines mid-monologue, and prove once and for all: The villain always has more fun.

He believes in purpose. She believes in power. Neither believes in love — until they collide. When idealistic nonprofit founder Will Bennett locks eyes with Eliza Darcy, the tech world's coldest CEO, it's not sparks that fly — it's shrapnel. She calls his life’s work charity cosplay. He calls her emotionless corporate ice. But fate—and a high-stakes pitch—throws them back together. Behind her glass empire and polished armor, Eliza hides a past built on abandonment and ambition. She’s clawed her way to the top by trusting no one and feeling nothing. Will? He builds futures from the ground up, with nothing but heart, grit, and maddening optimism. Their attraction is inconvenient. Their chemistry is undeniable. And when secrets, scandals, and a media storm threaten everything they know, both must choose: Hold their pride. Or risk it all to melt the ice between them. Slow-burn. Sharp banter. Soul-deep connection. Beneath Her Ice is a steamy enemies-to-lovers CEO romance about breaking barriers, rewriting power, and choosing vulnerability in a world that worships control. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ This work is based on my thoughts , about how I wanted this to go not on what is the norm out there , this one is truly close to my heart after "The Servant's Son" . I hope you all out there would also come to love this one , as it contains bits from my vision of love .

“Everything has a price,” he said coldly. “Even you.” Aria James had it all—beauty, privilege, and a picture-perfect fiancé. But when her father's company collapses in scandal, she’s left bankrupt, humiliated, and abandoned. Desperate to protect what’s left of her family’s reputation, she agrees to participate in a charity auction, offering a “date” to the highest bidder. She never expected the bidder to be Leon Castellan—the ruthless billionaire known for his icy heart and deadly business instincts. His offer? Thirty days. No escape. No emotions. Just obedience. To him, Aria is nothing more than a temporary possession. A beautiful distraction he can control… and discard. But as boundaries blur and secrets unravel, Aria discovers that Leon’s interest in her is far from random. And the real reason he bought her might destroy them both. He doesn’t believe in love. She doesn’t believe in ownership. But what happens when obsession turns into something more dangerous than either expected?

Zoe Bell était la fille adoptive de la famille Bell. La nuit où elle a été chassée, son fiancé avait déjà le bras autour de son nouvel amour, faisant les gros titres dans les nouvelles du divertissement. Ensuite, Zoe s'est retrouvée prise dans un scandale après l'autre, tout cela parce qu'elle a été vue avec l'homme le plus puissant de Capital City. Tout le monde se moquait, convaincu qu'elle n'était rien de plus qu'un simple amusement passager pour M. Hale. Mais peu savaient que, dès le premier instant où il l'a vue, M. Hale n'avait qu'une seule pensée - Il allait s'emparer de l'amour avec audace !

For years, Han Yoo-jin was just another cog in the machine of Korea’s biggest entertainment agency, his eye for true talent ignored and his career stalling. But when he suddenly gains the ability to see a person's potential as a stat screen, the jaded manager realizes the machine is about to have a new master.

Prince Aerion of House Valor was never meant to be a headline. As one of the world’s rare male Omegas—and the center of a scandal that nearly toppled the monarchy—he was hidden away behind palace walls and silenced by the weight of tradition. The public forgot him. His family did too. But solitude shaped Aerion into something far stronger than anyone anticipated: fiercely intelligent, emotionally guarded, and quietly ambitious. While the world assumed he was delicate, he was earning degrees in economics, mastering martial arts, and waiting for the moment he'd finally take control of his own life. That moment never comes on his terms. When political tensions threaten to destabilize the monarchy, King Theron—Zenith’s reigning Alpha, and Aerion’s estranged cousin by law—is forced to marry for the sake of the crown. He agrees, expecting a pliant Omega who’ll fulfill ceremonial duties and provide a politically advantageous heir. What he doesn’t expect is Aerion: sharp-tongued, emotionally armored, and absolutely unwilling to be anyone’s pawn. Their first meeting is a clash of worlds—Theron, all control and calculation; Aerion, all fire and frost. To the press, they’re a fairytale reborn. Behind palace doors, they’re anything but. Resentments simmer. Power shifts. And underneath the arguments and awkward silences, something electric begins to build—desire, and maybe even the beginnings of trust. But nothing stays private in a royal court. As anti-Omega factions and conservative power-players plot to remove Aerion from the line of succession, the couple must decide if their reluctant union can survive the pressure—or transform into something real. Theron, once immovable in his ideals, must confront the uncomfortable truth: the Omega he once underestimated may be the kingdom’s greatest asset. And Aerion, for all his walls, must choose whether love is a risk worth taking—especially when carrying a royal heir could mean becoming even more of a target. The Abandoned One is a story of legacy, autonomy, and the tension between love and duty in a modern monarchy. It’s about two men redefining what it means to rule, to belong, and to be strong—in their own way, on their own term

Emily spent the last three years dying slowly in hospital beds, her brilliant mind trapped in a body that didn't work. Her only escape? A spicy life sim called Queen of Hearts, where she lived vicariously through noble ladies who wielded seduction like a sword. But death, it turns out, brings a new opportunity. When her frail heart stops, she wakes up reborn inside Queen of Hearts! That virtual world where she once ruled with cunning dialogue choices and scandalous romances. Except this time, she isn’t clicking options on a screen. This time, she is Aegis Starcaller, an orphan nobody with silver hair, purple eyes, and a body that can finally move… and seduce. Armed with copious amounts of meta-knowledge and a divine blessing that makes every kiss and conquest feed her magical power, Aegis sets her sights on Rosevale Academy, where noble heirs and hopeful commoners sharpen their claws behind silk fans and satin sheets. Here, every flirtation is like a wartime siege. Every stolen heart is a stepping stone to the throne. And every girl she takes a chance on could ruin her. But, Aegis is done being powerless. She’ll weaponize her tongue, her wit, and her unashamed hunger for a court of lovers, rivals, and pets. Aegis will stop at nothing to carve her name into the history books. --- Yuri / Futanari harem story with a Futa MC! | Isekai Power Fantasy | Rags-To-Riches | Updates Daily!

Jack was a misfit on Earth — a man who worked dozens of jobs but never found a place to belong. One night, he closed his eyes expecting another dead-end morning... and woke up in a mansion, in a kingdom at war, with a name he didn’t recognize — but a life already in ruins. Everyone hated him. Even the servants spat when he walked by. His wife? The kingdom’s top general, Elsa, who hadn’t seen him in five years and only married him due to a scandal neither of them chose. His children? Barely spoke to him. The court? Mocked him with every breath. Stripped of dignity, drowned in debt, and carrying the sins of a man he can’t remember being — Jack makes a vow: "I won’t beg for love. I won’t chase after what’s lost. But I will become someone I can respect — even if no one else ever does." But fate is not done with him. What begins as survival soon becomes revolution — one potato, one broken town, one daughter’s letter at a time. As Jack rises through impossible trials, even the kingdom’s seers whisper: "A man fated to be discarded may yet become the axis of the empire." A silent war brews at court. A prophecy looms over his children. And his estranged wife fights battles for a future Jack doesn’t even know he’s part of… In a world where everyone remembers the man he was, can Jack rewrite the story of who he’ll become?

Julien de Rothvale was a disgrace. The youngest son of a ducal house—mocked, beaten, pissed himself in his first spar. A coward. A scandal. A noble failure used and discarded. But that boy is gone. And in his place lives something far more dangerous—a soul born of ritual, forged in blood and madness. A dark mage who clawed his way into another world. He came seeking peace. No throne. No vengeance. Just silence. But peace is a lie—and the world made the first mistake. Now? He’ll make them kneel. He’ll choke the maid who dared to insult him. Enslave the princess who used him. Break nobles, bend knights, and remake his legacy through terror, desire, and ruthless domination. He will rule not by title, but by touch. And when he’s done, they won’t whisper his name in shame— They’ll scream it. The Tyrant of Lust & Carnage has awakened.

***This is BOOK 2 under the FAKE DATING SERIES*** ____________________ COPYRIGHT NOTICE: All Rights Reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced, copied, stored, transmitted, adapted, translated, or distributed in any form or by any means, including but not limited to electronic, digital, or online media, without the prior written consent of the author. Unauthorized use, duplication, or dissemination of any part of this work will constitute a violation of copyright law and may result in legal action. _____________________ Shanaya Thakur had a plan! A neatly color-coded, perfectly curated, bullet-journal-approved kind of plan. The kind of plan with checkboxes, motivational quotes scribbled in the margins, and an unhealthy number of post-its. She was going to become Mumbai’s best, boldest, badass lawyer, land a coveted job at the ridiculously prestigious BR Advocates — a firm so elite it practically air-kissed lesser mortals — and slowly take over the world, one perfectly argued case at a time. Shanaya wasn’t just ambitious. She was capital-A Ambitious. And maybe a little dramatic, excessively sarcastic, and allergic to bullshit. So naturally, when she nailed every single requirement BR Advocates asked for — top of her class? Check. Ruthless work ethic? Double check. A sharp tongue capable of verbally decimating anyone who doubted her? Triple, sparkly check — she figured the job was practically hers. Until the firm pulled a surprise. A New hiring rule: Only experienced, married applicants will be considered. Married? As in, spouse? Legal binding married? She blinked. Holy crap! And sure, Shanaya might have aggressively whispered ‘burn it all down’ under her breath in the middle of HR’s lobby. And yes, she might have chucked a high heel at her vision board. But desperation breeds creativity. And Shanaya Thakur? She was nothing if not dangerously creative when backed into a corner. Which is how the idea was born. Find a husband! Any husband! In two weeks. Which brings us to Yuvaan Grewal: Six-foot-something of maddening calm, devastating looks, and a talent for making tailored suits look illegal. President of Sauvé, one of India’s most successful product companies, Yuvaan is brilliant, emotionally detached, and permanently single — by choice. A choice his mother hates. After dodging fifty arranged proposals, eighty dates, and roughly a hundred aunties armed with lovely girls from nice families, Yuvaan’s perfected the art of politely refusing romance and staying unmarried. Until one scandal, a series of hilariously unfortunate coincidences, and one very desperate law graduate with excellent cheekbones land them both in a situation neither of them asked for: A fake marriage. It’s supposed to be simple. A business arrangement. A temporary fix. But with Shanaya’s sharp mouth, Yuvaan’s smoldering glares, and a growing list of almost-kisses they both pretend not to remember — things are about to get complicated. Because what happens when the one person you swear you can’t stand starts feeling alarmingly like home? And Love ? That was never part of the plan. But then again… when is it ever? _____________________ DISCLAIMER: The book contains mature content, so please read under the parental guidance. Also, the cover illustration belongs to original creator. NOT me. The cover page was modified using online tools. The story is slow burn, so please bear with the plot. ______________________

When Isabella Williams catches the the eyes of CEO twins Damien and Jacob Lancaster she is drawn into a world of love and lust, but can she handle their dual seduction? They're seductive game awaken a desire she never knew was that strong and their devilish desires ignite a passion in her. As they push her boundaries Isabella has to decide; can she surrender to their wicked desires and love them both or will their scandalous affair destroy her?

Haruki Tenma is the kind of boy no one ever notices twice. Calm, quiet, and a little too good at staying invisible. His only real passion? Capturing fleeting moments through the lens of his camera. Miyako Hanabira is the girl everyone notices. Loud, stylish, unpredictable and way out of Haruki’s league. She’s the type who goes viral without trying and laughs in the face of rules. To her, Haruki was just a "safe friend" the background guy with a good heart and no game. Until one accidental photo submission... turns into a national contest win. And that photo? A cosplay shot of Miyako so perfect, so romantic, it gets them entered into a government-sponsored symbolic youth marriage program. Now they’re **secretly married**. Legally? Yes. Emotionally? Absolutely not. Romantically? …Well, that’s complicated. To avoid a scandal, the two agree to fake nothing, feel nothing, and just wait it out until graduation. But as they share mornings, dinners, house chores, festivals, and after-practice walks under cherry blossoms—something fragile and real starts to bloom between them. They’re not dating. They’re just married. So why does it feel like love?

It started as a contract. It became a dangerous addiction. Evelyn Liang never asked to be tangled in Damian Lu’s world of power plays, billion-dollar deals, and high-society scandals. But when her family’s company faces ruin, she signs a contract to be his “fiancée” for one year—nothing more than a calculated business arrangement. Or so she thinks. Cold, brilliant, and untouchable, Damian has rules for everything—including love. But as the lines between their act and reality blur, Evelyn finds herself pulled into a game she never wanted to play. Behind Damian’s perfect façade lies a man with secrets… and a heart more dangerous than his enemies. Now, as betrayals surface and feelings ignite, Evelyn must decide: is she willing to risk everything for a man who swore he could never love her?

One night. No names. No strings. Eliana never expected her unforgettable one-night stand to become her arrogant new boss. Adrian Wolfe is rich, ruthless—and completely off-limits. But in a world of secrets, power plays, and jealous exes, keeping things professional might be the most impossible task of all. Will their love survive the scandal, or will it crash and burn under the pressure?

She was supposed to be the love of his life—until the tabloids crowned another woman in her place. Now, the world thinks she’s broken. They’re about to learn she’s dangerous. Evie Andrew thought she’d escaped her past. She had a quiet flower shop and an engagement ring from billionaire heir Tommy Mackenzie. A bright future was finally within reach. But when photos of Tommy on a secret date with glamorous socialite Alexa Donovan flood the tabloids, Evie’s fairytale explodes overnight. She is betrayed, humiliated and then... hunted. Someone is leaking her darkest secrets. Her stalker ex has returned with blackmail that could destroy everything. And the man she loves is caught between family legacy and public scandal. He’s smiling for the cameras with another woman—one who just might be trying to erase Evie from existence. As threats escalate from gossip columns to car chases and attempted murder, Evie is forced to choose: become the victim they expect, or rewrite the game. Because beneath the designer gowns and billion-dollar secrets, someone is lying. And in a world where trust is currency and love is leveraged, Evie’s about to show them what happens when a survivor stops running.

Frida, a first-year medical student, has always been focused on academics, with no time for relationships or intimacy. Though her friends tease her for being a prude, they don’t know about the wild fantasies she keeps locked away, wondering if anyone would ever see her for who she truly is. Laziel her ex-best friend turned enemy, a tech genius and adrenaline-fueled F1 racer who’s every girl’s dream but her personal nightmare. Their shared past is full of unresolved tension and high school scandals she’d rather forget. When Frida starts receiving mysterious red sticky notes promising to bring her most forbidden fantasies to life, she’s intrigued and terrified. But as the anonymous promises heat up, her imagination betrays her, and the faceless lover in her fantasies starts to look a lot like Laz. What happens when desire crosses the line into obsession? And what if her enemy is the one person who knows exactly how to make her wildest dreams come true?

Clementine finds her world upended by a bizarre clause in her late grandfather's will. To inherit his legacy, a struggling but historically significant architectural firm, she must enter a temporary, high-stakes contract marriage with Rhys Sterling, the notoriously ruthless CEO of Sterling Innovations. Rhys needs Clementine's firm to complete a prestigious, city-defining project that will solidify his dominance. Their agreement is clear: a year of public pretense, no emotional entanglements, and a shared goal of professional success. It's a business deal, pure and simple, or so they tell themselves. From their first fiery encounter, Clementine and Rhys clash. She sees him as an arrogant, unfeeling corporate shark; he views her as an impulsive, impractical artist. Yet, forced into close quarters by the demands of their fake marriage and the complexities of the architectural project, their sharp banter slowly gives way to grudging respect. Kaelen's unconventional methods challenge Rhys's rigid control, while his unwavering support in unexpected moments chips away at her cynicism. As they navigate treacherous corporate rivals, scandalous rumors, and the suffocating expectations of high society, an undeniable, inconvenient attraction ignites. They discover hidden vulnerabilities, shared dreams, and a surprising passion that threatens to shatter the carefully constructed walls around their hearts. But when a long-buried secret from Rhys's past resurfaces, threatening to unravel their fragile bond and expose the truth of their contract, Kaelen and Rhys must decide if their unscripted love is strong enough to withstand the storm. This is a fast-paced, dialogue-rich tale of two stubborn souls who find love where they least expect it, proving that even the most ironclad contracts can't dictate the heart's true desires.

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

Losing a loved one is very painful. However, seeing it happen with your own eyes is a different matter. Liza, an innocent girl who turns into a cold and reclusive figure after the death of her parents. Plunging into the black world and dealing with all kinds of dangers to avenge her. Many betrayals occurred until she finally learned a surprising fact. Can Liza get her revenge on the right person? Or will she have to pay a heavy price to achieve her goal?

✨ Synopsis/ Blurb ✨ She was the forgotten daughter. He was the Ice Prince. A contract bound them — love was forbidden. But hearts don’t follow rules. When the Smith family fails to repay a decades-old debt, Florida — the illegitimate, unwanted daughter — is forced into a contract marriage with Bryant Kings, heir to the most powerful fashion empire in the state. He hates her on sight. She’s invisible in his world — uninvited, unloved, and bound to his name. But behind closed doors, she sketches quietly, dreaming of a future where her designs speak louder than her silence. Their marriage has rules: No love. No scandal. No public affection — unless the family’s watching. Then a single photo changes everything. As secrets build and feelings grow, Florida must choose: Disappear forever… or finally become someone the world can’t ignore. And Bryant? He’ll learn the hard way — even ice melts when touched by the right fire.

*Prologue* The Korean air enveloped Sarah James like a foreign shroud. An 18-year-old Nigerian, she had never imagined herself in this world. The strict norms and expectations threatened to suffocate her, but her love for K-dramas and K-pop sparked a curiosity that refused to be extinguished. Her heart, once full of hope, had been shattered by Yong Jo-sang's betrayal. The memories still lingered; he broke her heart even before she gave it to him. But fate, it seemed, had other plans. In the library, Sarah's eyes met Hyun Min's, and her world shifted. The brooding introvert's piercing gaze drew her in, and she found herself captivated by his quiet strength. Their awkward encounter belied the depth of his character; he was being a jerk, he had swooped the book she wanted and was even cold about it. Sarah soon discovered a hidden charm that left her breathless. Yet, Hyun Min's life was a complex web of obligations and expectations. His parents had bound him to Na Yeon, a girl chosen for him. They were to get married when they reached their second year of college. But Na Yeon's reputation was about to take a devastating hit. Chuchu's jealousy had unleashed a scandal that would change everything. As compromising photos of Na Yeon going to a hotel surfaced online, Na Yeon was devastated, couldn't bear the shame, and ended her life. But in the aftermath of Na Yeon's tragic demise, a sinister plot unfolded. The woman who is claimed to be Hyun Min's mother, driven by a deep-seated hatred of Sarah, would stop at nothing to keep them apart. But as the truth began to unravel, a shocking revelation turned everything upside down: the woman was not Hyun Min's real mother, And Sarah's own life was about to get even more complicated - her friend, Racy, was revealed to be a spy, tasked with keeping tabs on her and reporting back to Hyun Min's fake mother. racy was also interested in hyun min,and to get him..she had to do all that dirty work as hyun min fake mother had promised. But Hyun Min's heart already belonged to Sarah, and he was resolute in his defiance. With the web of deceit and lies tightening around them, would their love prevail, or would the weight of family obligations and the darkness of the past tear them apart? but then again who was hyun min's mother?

A CROWN FOR TWO - A Harrington Family Novel - - Jamie's Story - In a kingdom where duty reigns and love is a luxury, Princess Helena has spent her life preparing for the crown-but not for the man who might steal her heart. As her coronation nears, Helena must prove she can rule without distraction. But when a scandal forces her into close company with Viscount Jamie Harrington-a sharp-tongued noble with five wild siblings, a wounded heart, and no intention of marrying-sparks fly faster than court whispers. He is chaos, she is control. He wants freedom, she was born in a cage. But when politics, secrets, and betrayal threaten the crown itself, Helena and Jamie must choose between what's expected... and what their hearts truly desire. Let the gossip begin. Let the games unravel. Because sometimes the throne isn't the most dangerous place to fall- love is.

When fiery CEO Zara lancaster meets the mysterious and brooding Damian wolfe, sparks fly — but so do secrets darker than either could have imagined. Zara, a fierce and independent woman, who has built her way to the top, hiding her vulnerability behind power suits and red lips comes to a not so convenient contract with Damian, a reclusive billionaire with a dark past and colder heart, web of lies and decit. Both had no option but to settle for a scandalous business deal that binds them in a contract neither of them can walk away from. Thrown into a world where trust is fleeting and passion runs wild, Zara and Damian must navigate an explosive relationship built on convenience, desire, and denial. What begins as a cold partnership quickly spirals into a dangerous obsession. Every glance, every argument, every forbidden touch threatens to unravel them. But loving each other might be the deadliest risk of all. Beneath the surface, one harbors secrets, one unravels them. he could ruin everything she’s built, Her decisions may cost them their lives. And when past enemies reappear, determined to destroy what little peace they taught they found, Zara and Damian must choose to either hold on to their pride or surrender to something far more terrifying...vulnerability. As emotions clash with ambition, and hearts are held hostage by old wounds and betrayals, Zara is forced to question everything she knows about damian, his love, his loyalty, and her survival. *Love, Lies, Hate* is a sizzling, spicy and emotionally charged dark romance filled with power plays, slow-burning tension, and magnetic chemistry. It’s a journey of two beautifully broken people learning that sometimes, the only thing more dangerous than hate — is falling hard for the person you were never meant to love.