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In debt and desperate to pay for his mother’s surgery, Salin accepts a risky proposal: to pretend to be the fiancé of Jun-ho, heir to a powerful mafia family. In exchange, his debt will be forgiven, but there’s a condition. Salin must help him with something no one else could: facing his trauma and lack of libido. ~~~ — You’re trembling… — Salin murmured against his lips. Jun-ho closed his eyes, trying not to pull away. — Keep going — he whispered, voice hoarse. — If I run again… I’ll never get better. — I shouldn’t… — I want to. ~~~ Mature Content: This story explores psychological trauma, themes involving organized crime, emotional healing, intense romance, and therapy. It also includes a chapter with involuntary substance use and an attempted abuse. While there are no explicit scenes or graphic language, some content may be sensitive. Reader discretion is advised. New chapters from Tuesday to Friday. (usually every day) It has a Portuguese version.

"I WILL MAKE THEM ALL REGRET THE DAY THEY MET ME! I WILL MAKE THEM WISH THEY WERE NEVER BORN! AND I WILL MAKE THEM HATE THE DAY THEY THOUGHT OF BETRAYING ME!" "You will, Sweetie. And I'll help you with that..." Those were the last words Avery spoke and heard before passing out in her bloody red wedding gown, on the same day she was supposed to marry her boyfriend from senior high school. ~~ Avery McCallum, the sole heiress and president of the McCallum Group of Companies, had her whole family wiped out on her wedding day. Framed for her grandfather's murder and stripped of her position, Avery vows to take revenge on those who wronged her. But her powerless state seems to mock her determination. Enter Archibald Donovan. She used to hate the devilishly hot and narcissistic chairman of the A² Corp who also happened to be her older brother's best friend, but when consumed with the need to take revenge, she begged him to marry her in return for fulfilling a long list of conditions. Archie agrees, and a month later, Avery re-emerges as Ava Donovan, a rising actress and the wife of the most powerful man in the country. With her newfound status, Avery systematically destroys her adversaries, uncovering dark secrets and hidden agendas along the way. But as she navigates the treacherous landscape of her new life, she must confront the truth about her family's past and at the end of it all, come back to him. She owed him after all... ~ EXCERPT Archie's eyes darkened when he saw her stumbling out of the wine cellar, a bottle of wine in one hand and her night robe, in the other. She was literally half naked. "Hey..." her greeting came out in a slur, and that was all he needed to know she was drunk. Very drunk, at that. "Why?" he asked simply, knowing she would interpret his question as she usually did. "I...I visited them today. The flowers on their stones were already wilted and...and...it broke me. I wanted to be happy and at the same time, I wanted to cry," Avery replied, inhaling short wisps of air before she continued, "Then I found the cellar." "Did it work?" She shook her head slowly in reply, lifting her head up in time to see a mischievous smirk curl on his lips. "Don't be sad, Baby girl. I happen to know a way to make you cry and keep you excited at the same time," he said. "Really?" "Wanna try it, Mama?" Avery nodded, slowly but firmly as he closed the distance between them. As he promised, she did cry...in pleasure. Note: This book is participating in the Cupid's Quill Contest. Your support is highly appreciated!

She ruined his billion-dollar dream with a single reckless move. Now, she must pay — not with money, but with her freedom. Sienna Hart never meant to cross paths with Alexander Knight, the city's most ruthless billionaire. But when one mistake shatters his empire’s biggest acquisition, she becomes the target of his wrath. Cold, calculating, and unforgiving, Alexander offers her an impossible choice: Marry him... or watch her family's legacy be destroyed forever. Forced into a loveless union, Sienna swears she will never bow to the man who sees her as nothing but a pawn. Alexander promises he will never love the woman who wrecked everything he built. But in the cruel game of hate and power, hearts don’t always follow the rules. And soon, the line between revenge and desire will blur... dangerously. Two enemies. One marriage. A lifetime of secrets, betrayal, and a love they never wanted — but can never escape. Can this marriage work ? Will they love each other one day ? Even have kids ? Build or destroy acquisitions? Let's get to know in the story now .....

Naya Lawal is a relationship therapist who’s never been in love. After a humiliating scandal threatens her career, she needs to save face—and fast. Kian Adeyemi is a brilliant architect and single father caught in a custody battle that could cost him everything. They need each other. Not for love. For survival. A contract marriage. No dating. No strings. No feelings. But what starts as a quiet arrangement slowly turns into something neither of them expected. Living under the same roof, sharing late-night silences, accidental touches, and unspoken looks—Naya and Kian begin to unravel everything they thought they knew about love, trust, and themselves. “Marriage Without Dating” is a slow-burning, emotionally intense, and sensually charged romance about two broken people learning how to love—without ever meaning to.

Claire had only one goal: to save her ailing adoptive mother, even if it meant agreeing to a dangerous deal. Forced into a contract marriage with Leon Yu—a cold and unyielding CEO—her mission was clear: make him fall in love, betray him, and walk away with his company’s secrets.But plans have a way of unravelingAs she got to know him, she realised that Leon wasn’t the heartless man she expected, and as her duty blurred into desire, she fell for him—hard. Yet when the weight of her deception became too much, and it was time to leave she left him with nothing but a letter and a shattered heart.Three years later, their paths cross again. Leon, now fueled by vengeance, drags Claire back into his life. But he doesn’t know the whole truth. Hidden in her past is a secret—a child born of their union.As love battles with betrayal and duty collides with desire, can they rebuild what was broken, or will the deceit that binds them destroy them forever?A tale of passion, redemption, and the thin line between love and lies. FYI; This is going to be a slow burn romance, so enjoy

When lonely writer Lina stumbles into the forbidden woods to save a lost boy, she never expects to find herself face to face with a monstrous wolf—and the boy she once loved. Injured and unconscious, she's taken in by a hidden werewolf pack… and nursed back to health by their brooding Alpha. But when she opens her eyes, the Alpha is none other than Daniel— her high school love whose family vanished overnight years ago. Now he's powerful, cold, and impossibly protective… and he claims she’s been marked. By him. Caught between a deadly pack rivalry, an ancient council that wants her gone, and a bloodline with a dangerous legacy, Lina must choose: run from the monsters of her past, or embrace the power sleeping inside her—and the man who would burn the world to protect her.

[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?"

Ewan Giacometti only wants one thing from his illiterate wife: a son. But Athena Moore has been unhappy for three years and is ready to leave her cold husband. When she finally asks for a divorce, Ewan’s cunning ‘best friend’ frames her, driving her out of the city. Now, Ewan is left to confront his true feelings about his wife, whom he had married under mysterious circumstances, especially when she returns from exile a changed woman.

18+ Romance. [Heavy Smut starts after Chapter 40] EXCERPT: Alaric was too close to Nicolette. Her mouth was just inches away from his. He could smell the lavender on her skin, the heat radiating from within her. But he held back, refusing to be carried away by her charm… “Mr. Allens…” she purred, and he looked down at her. Her eyes widened with desire, and he knew, in that moment, that if he wanted to kiss her, she would let him. The last thing he wanted was commitment. He knew that Nicolette didn’t want that either. But why was she this tempting? So willing? It was that willingness that confused him. She blinked, then swallowed as she pulled the jacket off her shoulders. His eyes lingered on her exposed neck. God. He just wanted to bury his mouth in that hollow spot. “Here,” Nicolette said calmly, extending the jacket to him. He took the jacket, his hand brushing hers just a second. She flinched, her face turning pink as she clutched the towel against her chest. His stomach flipped at the sight. If only that towel would give way to… Before he could stop himself, Alaric pressed his arousal against her stomach, pushing her against the wall, cornering her. She gasped at the sudden movement and for a moment, he lost his mind. “Cole…” he breathed, crushing himself against her. Her eyes gleamed with desire and a vulnerability that rocked him to his core. He would be foolish not to give in to this feeling. But he would also be a fool if he did. She had chosen to marry him. Not her boyfriend. And definitely not Lucian Crawford. Yet, he couldn't help it. She was only his for a year. But still… *************** When her business and the gallery she inherited from her mother burn to the ground, Nicolette Voss is determined to rebuild—and get revenge on her father. She turned to her father’s rival, Alaric Allens, for an alliance. Alaric is willing to help, but on one condition—she must be his wife for a year. They called him Ruthless Alaric after an infamous incident 6 years ago. Alaric is back in town, and so are the crumbs of his past. But he is determined to change everything with a wife. He has his hidden agenda. She needs her revenge. But will this marriage between storm and steel survive the heat? And what will they do when deep secrets threatens to destroy them both?

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.

Isabella Romano is drowning in debt — thanks to her father's failed business and disappearing act. Desperate to save her younger brother and keep her family afloat, she receives an offer she never expected. Dominic Volkov — billionaire CEO, emotionally detached, and feared in the business world — offers her a deal: One year of marriage. No questions. No love. In exchange for five million dollars. The rules are simple. No touching. No falling in love. But as the lines begin to blur, Isabella realizes there's more to Dominic than the cold mask he wears. And Dominic? He never planned to need anyone… until her.

Liam, the heir to the Hamilton Holdings, escapes his arranged marriage. He meets Ava, who has just been abandoned at the altar by her fiancé. Ava proposes a marriage bargain to Liam: they'll get married, but with a contract that stipulates they'll divorce later. As they navigate their fake marriage, Liam starts developing real feelings for Ava, but hides his true identity as a billionaire. Ava's ex-fiancé with the help of Liam's abandoned bride becomes increasingly violent, posing a threat to Ava's life. Liam must confront his past and protect Ava from harm.

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?

"Wife! Come here!" "No!" She always thought he was aloof, but after getting the marriage certificate, the aloof military king immediately transformed into a wife-doting maniac. The husband indulges his wife in countless ways, Lily Turner finds it extremely exhausting, her protests go unheard, her pleas are ineffective, she wants to escape, but whenever she tries to climb the wall, it rises higher, leaving her in tears! When asked about the reason for his limitless indulgence, the young master responds astonishingly, "The one who dared to trick me into marriage, it's only her!" The woman beside him rolls her eyes at him: she is the one who got deceived, okay?

——If the whole world speaks ill of you, I'll whisper sweet nothings to you from a past life. ....... Although the man in front of her made himself appear exceptionally ugly, it didn't matter because she urgently needed a loveless marriage. Who would have thought that after the marriage, she would discover that her husband seemed to be somewhat 'inconsistent'? Is it still possible to return him now? Li Yanan, an illegitimate son from the Li Family with no real power, is the laughingstock of the entire upper-class circle. His unkempt and outdated appearance makes socialites avoid him as if they're afraid of attracting a toad! A toad? Ha! ....... "The picture doesn't match the product, I want a return!" Staring at the breathtakingly handsome face in front of her, Lin Zhenxin couldn't help but wail. ....... [Baby's Diary: My Home] My mom's cooking is really bad. Last night, Dad finally couldn't help but complain, "Even Oscar wouldn't eat the food you make"! Oscar is our dog. Mom got really mad and asked, "If it's so bad, how come you ate it all?" I said, "Because Dad is even worse than a dog!" Um~~ Can someone tell me what the domestic abuse hotline number is? ....... ★The first part of You Are My Sunshine series When you smile, the clouds fade and the wind calms, while my heart is in chaos. It's that time of year to start a new journey, um~ the synopsis is still not great, everyone is welcome to dive in!

In her previous life, she rose from a country girl to become a CEO, working diligently until she died of overwork at 38, only to find that she had been greatly betrayed by her useless husband, who even had a child outside their marriage. When she opened her eyes, she was back to being eighteen years old, facing grandparents who favored boys over girls, a father who was honest and kind but dared not resist his parents, her mother who loved them deeply but was easily bullied by others, and her brother who still loved her despite her coldness. In this life, she decided to take her family away from those greedy relatives, save her brother from a fate of disability, and stay away from her useless ex-husband. Unexpectedly, she saved an even more important person by the roadside. "Your husband is just a country bumpkin; he didn't even get into university. How could you live well with him?" her ex-husband said. One day, a Bentley stopped next to her. A driver got out and bowed to her, saying, "Madam, the Boss is waiting for you for dinner." "I know that car! It belongs to a rich family!" someone exclaimed. "Did he just call her Madam?" another person asked. ... "Did you hear? He brought a country girl home?" "They say that girl is his wife. Isn't it funny?" "Madam has arrived!" said the steward. "OMG, it's the talented girl from the famous university!" "Dear lord! She is the legend of the A-shares!" "I'm just so shocked..." "Hey, guys, she is my wife," he said.

He knew she loved someone else, but he still tried his best to keep her by his side, marrying her. She, however, believed that his behavior was a betrayal of their friendship. After marriage, although she was cold and indifferent, he was still thoughtful and considerate, cared for and protected her. Can his consistent love, affection, and tolerance truly move her?

Chi Yue had never thought that the man she provoked while drunk would bring disaster upon her; if possible, she would rather have never met him at all. — "The day I'm released from my sentence, I'll marry you." Chi Yue, dressed in a red dress, smiled seductively, "Fine, as long as you have the heart to send me there, as long as you can marry me on that day." He personally had her incarcerated; the day he was released, all he received was her urn.

[1V1, sweet doting, pure in body and mind] After one night of indulgence, she took on a mysterious bigshot. Afterwards, she slipped away, but he became addicted from just one taste. Rumors had it that he was a financial heir who could cover the sky with one hand, a beast that would devour people without spitting out their bones, yet he doted on her to the point of obsession. "BOSS, the young madam has been taken advantage of." "Oh, acquire that company." "BOSS, the young madam beat up a Hollywood A-list star." "Oh, send over some medicine, her hand must be hurting from the punch." "BOSS, the young madam was confessed to." With a cold laugh, he carried her straight to the Civil Affairs Bureau. Finally, one day, she was cornered in bed and fought back fiercely, "Why are you everywhere? I can't live like this anymore, I want a divorce!" He pinned her down on the bed, "If you want to divorce, fine, the house is yours, the car is yours, the buns are yours, I, too, am yours."

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT 21+// She Hates Me, But She's Mine in EVERY Way] “No… I won't.” “Oh, petal, I wasn't asking. You WILL marry me.” **** Dr. Kiyomi, a neurosurgeon rogue lycan, lives in & never leaves the human hospital— the safest place for her. That’s until a high-profile mafia surgery goes wrong and she’s blamed for it despite being on leave. Suddenly the limelight is on her, forcing her rare last name back into the memories of people who have long wanted her dead — the Bogdan Lycans. As if that isn't enough, the Ivanov Russian mob is after her with vengeance in their hearts. Scared, Kiyomi leaves the hospital pretending to be a night-shift male nurse — which works, only for her to be kidnapped at the hospital’s entrance, by the cruel lycan queen’s guards who drag her to the queen Sakura’s human home. — — — Sakura Watanabe; the soulless crazy queen known to screw up everyone for fun. She ruins everything she touches and sucks the life out of everyone around her. She is bad, cruel, and a menace who does whatever she wants, however, and whenever she wants it. When she hears of Dr. Kiyomi’s misfortunes, she is curious to see what will make that lycan break, and orders that Kiyomi be brought to her, so she can sign the infamous Sakura contract that always leaves the signee dead, dead and dead. What Sakura doesn't factor in is the fact that the woman who walks through her door is her soulmate. And even worse is the desire she gets to protect Kiyomi. Not one to relent in the hands of fate, Sakura forces Kiyomi to sign the oppressive contract. What happens when Sakura's heart starts beating for Kiyomi, and she goes after everyone who hurt her soulmate? Will she cancel the contract and embrace love, or will she stay the stoic soulless queen with nothing to live for? And even better, how long can Sakura fight fate?