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[Mature Content: NO RAPE] Let’s make a deal! “Two months, if we can survive each other in the period of two months, I will marry you without objection!” … Twenty-two-year-old Evelyn Darkwood never imagined that going to her late father’s will-reading would have resulted in a rivalry between her and her siblings. That they would become a danger to her—one who sought after her life.  She never thought that her life would take such a twisted turn so quickly. And what’s worse, she comes to find out that she’d been betrothed to a man she didn’t know and had never met.  Zayne Mancini. The wealthiest man. A man whose power and fame were no joke. A man who possibly could be the only one capable of protecting her.  Strong, cold, frightening, all this he was and despite the danger written all over him, Evelyn felt a strange connection, hot and burning.  Zayne Mancini wanted her—his betrothed (a human who was his mate) and he was going to make her his, no matter how stubborn she wanted to be about it.  Fascinating, thrilling, all this she was to him—like a spark to ignite his boring life. Evelyn Darkwood was a whole package that he was slowly going to bring undone.  A woman he wouldn’t think twice of burning the world for. A woman he would give his whole being to. All she had to say was, “I do”

I died betrayed, blood soaking my silk gown as the man I loved raised the blade. But fate gave me a second chance—waking me up in my seventeen-year-old body, years before the war, the heartbreak, and my death. Now, Duke Ravencourt—the ruthless “Villain of the North” and my former executioner—is waiting to marry me again. This time, I won’t be his victim. I’ll be the perfect bride… The cunning player… The unstoppable force who will rewrite my fate. Love, revenge, and power collide in a deadly game where every smile hides a secret—and every kiss could be my last. Will I forgive him… or will I end him first?

"When fate brings together 23year-old Julienne Jenkins, a fierce, beautiful, and ambitious young lady, and a billionaire Roman Thompson 28 year old, a notorious, ruthless, smart and handsome CEO, their lives are forever changed. After A marriage of convenience sparks a whirlwind of emotions, secrets, and lies. Behind Roman's confident façade lies a dark past, one that has earned him the reputation as a woman-hater. His status as the "King of the Business World" has been built on his cunning, smart and ruthless tactics, but Julie's presence threatens to disrupt his carefully constructed empire. As Julie navigates her new reality and new identity, she must confront the darkness of her past and the uncertainty of her future. Will she be able to tame the heart of the king, or will Roman's secrets and lies tear them apart? Dive into the world of "Roman and Julienne's heart desire" to uncover a tale of love, heartbreak, and the true cost of secrets."

After her twin sister elopes with her lover to avoid her betrothal, Giselle is forced by her parents to marry the heir to Montegnera's throne and King of wolves, King Fabio. There's one small problem though. It is hate at first sight and, by some cruel twist of fate, Fabio turns out to be her soulmate. Of course it doesn't help that the King is still in love with her sister and is desperately searching for her. But try as he might, he can't ignore the tension and bond between them, a tension so raw it keeps pulling him to her room every night... Can Giselle sacrifice her pride and feelings to secure a good match and restore her family's name in the King's Court? Or will she accept the King's rejection and lose her soulmate forever? Join Giselle on her journey of love, discovery and acceptance as she navigates the intricacies of the court and wins the King's heart.

Forced into a cold, loveless marriage with a reclusive war hero, young noblewoman Isolde finds herself trapped in the haunting halls of Ravenshade Hall. The Duke, Elias Ravenshade, is distant and scarred, by both war and betrayal, and their union is one of duty, not affection. But loneliness breeds vulnerability, and in a moment of weakness, Isolde turns to Elias’s charming cousin, Lucien. What begins as a fleeting escape spirals into guilt, secrets, and a tangled web of ambition and deceit. As her feelings for Elias begin to shift from obligation to something deeper, shadows stir within the house. Elias grows mysteriously weaker, whispers of betrayal echo through the corridors, and the past returns in the form of a cunning former lover who wants the duchy for herself. When Isolde gives birth to twin daughters, hope glimmers, until her ability to conceive again is threatened by a quiet, calculated sabotage. Surrounded by hidden enemies, and mourning a cruel miscarriage, Isolde must decide who to trust and what kind of woman she is willing to become. Ravenshade may have been her prison, but if she’s to survive, it must become her kingdom.

[BL— Warning: Adult content 18+. Extreme Smut every 20 - 30 chapters] "You," Augustine began, his voice firm and direct. "I'm making you an offer: we get married, immediately. This isn't a request, it's a demand." Augustine's uttered with a piercing gaze. Charles scoffed. “What type of bullshit is that?” He fired back. *** Augustine Wales is a cold CEO who is known as the most successful and influential business man in Country H. His name alone commanded respect, his steely gaze and cold demeanor strike fear into even the most hardened of hearts. He was a man of few words, each syllable weighted with the power of his position. On the eve of Augustine Wales 29th birthday, he received an unexpected call from his family, their demands clear and uncompromising: find a spouse, or forfeit your stake in the family's vast wealth and influence. In that very moment after receiving the phone call, the gaze of Augustine fell upon a young man named Charles Donald and without thinking twice, Augustine immediately made a proposal to Charles, but was met with a swift rejection. Augustine's proposal was rooted in desperation but little did he know that fate was drawing him toward a future he never could have predicted. "What will happen when Augustine Wales, the powerful CEO, finds himself unexpectedly falling for Charles Donald, a humble cleaner in his office?" "When Charles' deadly secrets rise to the surface, will their fragile bond shatter, or will their love prove strong enough to weather the storm?"

Before her rebirth Xia YingYing has been tortured by her fiance and best friend. She seeks revenge for those who caused her and her family's downfall. Would Xia YingYing get the justice she needs? ****************** Lu Quinzue was stunned. Never in his life has he met someone as bold as the girl. " What makes you think you're qualified" Lu Quinzue said lazily. " Your grandma likes girls with elegance and temperament that match mine" Xia YingYing continued. " There are two or three candidates with that qualification. Why should I choose you?" Lu Quinzue looked at her sharply. " I can treat your grandma's illness " Xia YingYing said. She didn't want to use this method but then she just has to reveal her identity.

-The Manager of my Heart- In the dazzling world of fashion, Bella Leclair has it all — fame, fortune, and mesmerizing beauty. But behind the camera flashes and glamorous façade, Paris’ most powerful businesswoman hides a dark secret: an obsessive ex-husband who refuses to let her go. When divorce becomes impossible, she strikes an unexpected deal with a broke college barista. Lucian, kind-hearted and struggling, agrees to marry her—on paper only—to protect her. But no one tells the heart when to stop. Between a fake identity, a fake marriage, and a very real connection… emotions spark out of control. As danger rises, secrets from the past emerge, and a hidden child changes everything— Will it all come crashing down? Or can love survive in a world that shows no mercy?

Their paths cross again at the hospital, where Lena learns that Damien needs a temporary fiancée due to a clause in his father's will. Desperate to secure funds for her mother's surgery and avoid losing her shares in the family company to her stepmother, Lena reluctantly agrees to marry Damien. Their arrangement is strictly business, with no intimacy involved. Ultimately, Lena's decision leads to personal growth, as she learns to assert her identity while facing the consequences of her choices. The tension between her and Damien...

ECLIPSE HEART Genres: Romance | Fantasy | Idol Drama | Superpowers | Mystery Status: Ongoing Story Description: They were born in a world that never believed in magic—until it struck at 18. Five girls. Five powers. One fate. Luna, Aqua, Sophie, Nova, and Blaze... known only as “the Mystery Girls,” never asked to be heroes. But when an ancient evil spirit targets Earth, their lives are rewritten overnight. Meanwhile, Eclipse—the world’s most beloved seven-member idol group—is caught in a whirlwind of fame, secrets, and sudden love. When their paths collide with the Mystery Girls, destiny takes a dangerous turn. Masked figures. Stolen powers. Heartbreaking pasts. And a love story hidden under every spotlight. When the world finally sees the truth… Will they still cheer? Or will they regret ever watching? A story of love, power, betrayal, and the darkness beyond the spotlight. Let the eclipse begin.

Salin just wanted to survive. Drowning in debt, desperate to pay for his mother’s surgery, he had no way out. The last thing he expected was that one kiss with a stranger would turn his world upside down. Jun-Ho was cold, dangerous, a mafia heir and scarred by a past that made him reject any kind of touch. He had never felt desire. Never wanted anyone. Until Salin. One kiss changed everything. Fear turned into craving. A frozen body stirred. But Jun-Ho didn’t know how to deal with it, so he made an offer Salin couldn’t refuse: “Pretend to be my fiancé. In return, your debt disappears.” Salin agreed. Because he had to. But also... because he wanted to. Jun-Ho’s gaze promised pleasure. His touch trembled. And Salin wanted more. But Jun-Ho wanted too, and couldn’t act on it. And that slowly tore them both apart. Salin teased, surrendered, backed off, then tried again. Jun-Ho burned, torn between fear and longing. Between panic and pleasure. And when the touch finally happened… it was too much. Intense. Addictive. Overwhelming. The problem? Neither of them knew how to stop. What started as a deal turned into obsession, desire, and danger. ~ Note: This story has a happy ending. Salin and Jun-Ho grow into a strong, loyal couple. There is no cheating, no love triangle, no tragic breakup, no amnesia, just two people, on fire, healing and choosing each other, again and again. Mature Content Warning: This story explores psychological trauma, themes related to organized crime, healing, intense romance, and therapy. It includes a chapter with involuntary substance use and an attempted assault. While there are no explicit or graphic scenes, some content may be sensitive. Reader discretion is advised. New chapters from Tuesday to Friday (usually daily). (This Book is also being published in Portuguese )

Andrea Erwin had only been married for a week when she received a devastating phone call that her husband had been in a fatal car accident and didn’t survive. The shock sent her into early labor, and she gave birth to a premature baby boy. When she woke up, a man claiming to be her husband's older brother stood by her bed. He told her he believed his brother’s death was not an accident but murder. To uncover the truth, he asked her to enter a pretend marriage with him. As if that wasn’t enough, Andrea soon discovered that her late husband wasn’t who he claimed to be, he was actually the heir to a powerful and wealthy family. Determined to find out who killed her late husband, Andrea agreed to enter into a contract marriage with Gael . But as she stepped into a world of wealth, secrets, and lies, will Andrea regret not escaping to a faraway place with her baby or will she stay and fight till the end, giving her late husband justice and getting her baby the rights he deserves and amidst it all, is there a chance for this fake marriage to become a real one?

[WARNING: CONTAINS PHYSICAL ABUSE AND RAPE] ------------------------------------------------------ “What are you doing, Logan?” Jean’s voice was sharp, but her body betrayed her leaning into the warmth of his breath as his lips traced a sinful path down her neck. “You promised me a kiss every day, remember?” Logan murmured, his smirk curling against her skin. “Or should I read the contract to you again?” She should pull away. She knows this is wrong. But resisting Logan Kingsley? That was never in the plan. ------------------------------------------------------ Jean Adams has spent her entire life under the suffocating control of her powerful family, molded into the perfect daughter, the flawless businesswoman, and the untouchable heiress. But when her parents cross the final line, demanding she marry the very man who once shattered her, she refuses to be their pawn any longer. If they want a marriage, she’ll give them one. But on her terms. Logan Kingsley, her sworn enemy. A self-made billionaire with a reputation for winning, Logan has spent years battling Jean in boardrooms and beyond. They have never seen eye to eye, their hatred simmering since childhood. But when Jean offers him a deal, a contract marriage that benefits them both, he doesn’t hesitate. For Logan, marrying Jean is a strategic move. For Jean, it’s her ultimate revenge. Tying herself to Logan is the perfect way to break free from her family’s grip, humiliate them, and destroy the future they tried to force upon her. But as their fake marriage plays out under the public eye, their carefully crafted plan starts to unravel. Old wounds resurface. The line between pretense and reality blurs. And the one thing Jean swore she’d never risk, her heart, may become the biggest casualty of all. In a game of power, betrayal, and unexpected passion, Jean and Logan must decide: Is their marriage just a weapon for revenge, or has it become something far more dangerous?

In a world of billion-dollar empires, Ariella Sinclair—a beautiful, fierce, and cunning orphan— unexpectedly inherits her late father’s controlling shares in a conglomerate that holds seven of the world’s most powerful industries: technology, finance, fashion, arms, real estate, pharmaceuticals, and entertainment. However, for her to secure their empires and her fortune, the seven billionaire directors of these industries each have to claim to her as their wife. Because of this, she signs an unholy marriage contract with all seven of them--- a contract which the seven men decide to use to collectively control her. But Ariella has secrets of her own; she plans to play each of her seven husbands against each other, finding out their deepest secrets, pasts, and hidden agendas to take back her rightful power. Along the way, she finds herself entangled in a web of passion, betrayal, and the undeniable chemistry she feels for her seven husbands. Each man is different: some possessive, some cold, some tender, but all are dangerous, and Ariella has to keep her eyes on all of them... ... And all the while find out who the hell is the mysterious enemy that stalking her every move and targeting her life.

Funny how life can throw a whole circus your way in just one day. Ava Patel, a rising star in City X’s modeling scene, thought she was finally catching her big break—until she discovered her manager, who also happened to be her boyfriend, had cleaned out her bank account and disappeared without a trace. To make matters worse, he didn’t just vanish—he left her for a woman Ava had never even heard of. Betrayal? Check. Broke? Check. Heartbroken and humiliated? Triple check. But just when she thought rock bottom couldn’t get any deeper, fate decided to bring a shovel. Enter Liam Carter, a brooding billionaire tycoon with a chip on his shoulder and an outrageous request: he wanted Ava to go undercover, pretending to be someone she’s not, in order to spy on his business rival, Ethan Torres. At first, Ava actually considered the offer—until she saw the name. Ethan Torres. Her high school BULLY! The arrogant, insufferable bully who once made her life a living hell. Absolutely not. But money talks, and in Ava’s case, it screamed. After some serious inner conflict—and a glance at her empty bank account—she agreed. Not just because the paycheck could buy her a brand-new life, but because there were some personal scores she hadn’t finished settling. Ava had unfinished business with Ethan Torres. Now the real question is: can she swallow her pride, fake a smile, and get close to the man she loathes for the sake of the mission? And what exactly is Ava planning behind those smirks and stilettos?

WARNING ‼️‼️ ‼️ ‼️ Contains explicit content and strong language. Thanks for reading in advance. “Get married to me, and I will make you have a great stand in this firm,” She broke out into a peak of laughter, as did Marcello and Emilio. “Did I say something funny?” I asked and her laughter seized. “Wa… wait, you mean what you said?” "Do I look like someone who have the time to joke around?" I asked as she gave me an odd stare. "I would be willing to transfer my share of this firm to you if you agree," ****** The life of Isabella Alessandro, a young and renowned Prosecutor in one of Italy's top law firms, took a dramatic turn when she decided to celebrate her divorce at a club, only to wake up the next morning in the bed of a dangerous mafia king, who turns out to be a rival of her father. Captured by her charisma, he decided to pursue her and make her only his, not out of love but to bring about her downfall.

"My daughter is missing! Find her!" The moment I stepped into this country, my daughter was kidnapped. I swore, I'd kill anyone whoever dared to take my other half from me. But, when she was found, she was in the arms of a mute, devastatingly handsome man. "He took my child, kill him!" I ordered mercilessly, snatching my daughter from his grasp. "Don't kill Papa!" ...Huh? Papa? 'Has my daughter lost her mind?' "Mommy, you can't hurt Daddy!" 'What the hell has this man done to her?' I wasn't taking any chances. Dragging him with us, I forced him to sign a slav- well, let's just call it a marriage contract for a year. A necessary measure. My real business in this country was to infiltrate a private military company and persuade them to illegally trade arms with my Mafia father. But who would've thought? The mute mysterious man I married turned out to be none other than the famous ruthless Marshal of the company, whom I was ordered to avoid at all cost. Am I about to die by his hands? Will he arrest me? Should I run? "The only thing you'll be guilty of is running away, my criminal wife." My mute husband threatened me, with his deep voice. "Go ahead. I dare you!" ...Shit. I'm so screwed!

On the day of her wedding, Selene catches her fiancé in bed with her best friend. Humiliated by their betrayal and their cruel body-shaming.She makes one reckless decision: sleep with a stranger and walk away. Five years later, she’s a confident single mother with nothing to prove….until her new job brings her face-to-face with her new CEO… the same man from that night. Nikolas Darkos. Billionaire. Cold. Magnetic. And now offering her a six-month marriage contract—a golden opportunity for revenge against those who once broke her. But there’s one thing he doesn’t know: Their one-night stand of passion resulted in a son. Can Selene keep her son a secret for six months? Or risk losing everything? And what happens when the fake tension between them turns into something dangerously real? ******************* “I don’t believe you, Selene King.” His face now barely few inches away from hers as his lips brushed against the tip of her nose. Very bone in her body tensed. Tucking her lower lips under her teeth as she bit down to stop a groan from escaping her lips. Resting his hand on the wall,he leaned closer,“Well, congratulations. Girlfriend you just became my wife.” The words dropped from his lips like a bomb exploding in Selene’s head. “What do you mea—” But,Before she could finish her sentence, his lips crashed on hers, pulling her into a deep hungry kiss.

It started in the marriage contract when you've just once met, make a promise and didn't know that his words will haunt in your mind. It is okay to expect and meet him again? or it is just an act and never fullfill his promises? 'That person makes me happy once, " 'But?' 'It doesn't matter anymore' (The Story of France and Elisha | Tagalog and English)

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