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Ella, a mistreated stepdaughter, marries the "blind" Lucian to save her father's failing company. Everyone thinks he's a helpless, broken heir—but behind the blindfold hides the world's hidden richest man. He will protect her from abuse, crush her enemies, and love her like no one else. A story of contract marriage, sweet revenge, and true love. Good is rewarded; evil is severely punished.

Selene Jameson has always been the family stain, unwanted daughter, shadow to the golden children. The night her mother dies saving her life, Selene loses the only person who ever loved her. When Atlas D'Angelo, the boy she gave everything to, betrays her in the cruelest way possible, she vows never to beg for love again. But fate has darker plans. On the night Selene finally tastes freedom, fame, money, a future of her own her family sells her to a supernatural auction. She's thrust into a hidden world ruled by lycans who see humans as nothing more than commodity. Then he buys her. Mikhail Morozov, Wintercrest Alpha and High Alpha of the Onyx Concord. Feared across Nocturna, Lycan Realm. With a shattered past, a missing sister, and a throne built on blood and betrayal, the last thing he needs is a defiant human girl with a sharp tongue and darker humor than his sins. But Selene isn't human. She bears the Crescent, a mark of ancient power that could save the Nocturna or destroy it. When Kustav Volkov, a rival ruthless Alpha, is revealed to be Selene's father, he lays his claim on her. Mikhail offers Selene a choice: marry him in a blood-bound pact that grants her protection under lycan law. But this marriage of convenience will be anything but convenient. *** "And you smell good," I interrupted, words tumbling out before I could stop them. "Really good. Like winter but not the terrifying kind. The beautiful kind. With snow and—" I scrunched my nose, grasping for the description. "Those delicate frost patterns that appear on glass." Mikhail produced a sound deep in his chest that could've been a growl or a chuckle or something caught between. "Why are there two staircases?" I blurted suddenly, fixating on the duplicated grand stairway looming before us. "Is this intentional? Seems ridiculously excessive." "There's only one staircase, moya." "Are you certain? Because I'm definitely seeing two. Perhaps you require vision correction. Do lycans need glasses? That would be hilarious. Tiny spectacles perched on a massive terrifying wolf—" "Selene." His voice emerged strained, taut in a manner that penetrated even through my fog. "You need to stop talking." I peered up at him, hurt piercing through the pleasant haze. "Why? Am I irritating you? I'm sorry. I'll stay quiet." "No." The word escaped sharp, nearly anguished. "You're not irritating me. You're—" He severed the sentence, jaw clenching so viciously I witnessed the muscle twitch. "Just... rest." But I didn't want rest. I wanted to comprehend why his expression appeared like that—all rigid and ravenous and something else I couldn't identify. "Are you alright?" I asked, raising my hand toward his jaw. He intercepted my wrist before contact, his hold gentle yet unyielding. "Don't." "Why not?" "Because I'm barely maintaining control as it is, and if you touch me right now—" He halted abruptly, eyes compressing shut momentarily. "Just don't." That should've frightened me. The ferocity in his tone, the way his restraint appeared to unravel at the seams. But intoxicated-me simply smiled, inexplicably pleased. Then I caught the way his gaze dropped. Just for a fraction of a heartbeat. To my mouth. Heat bloomed through my chest, spreading like wildfire. "You want to kiss me," I breathed, the revelation making me giddy. His eyes snapped back to mine, glacial blue turned predatory. "Kissing," he said slowly, voice dropping an octave, "doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of what I want to do to you." The air left my lungs. His grip on my wrist shifted, thumb finding my pulse point. Pressing there. Feeling the frantic rhythm he'd caused. "Kissing is gentle," he continued, leaning in just enough that his breath ghosted across my lips. Close enough to take. Close enough to claim. But he didn't. "Kissing is sweet. What I want?" His eyes dragged down my face, my throat, lower then back up with deliberate slowness. "There's nothing gentle about it."

Elena Thorn never expected to cross paths with the ruthless and cold CEO, Ryan Redland who got rid of her like some nuisance. She never imagined that her fate would be sealed with him by a contract marriage, forced on them both. She is spoiled, free spirited, and daring. While, he is a man of control, order and silence. Despite the consistent tension, a costly romance simmers. What starts as a reluctant union quickly spirals to something sinister. With a dangerous love triangle, a vengeful, greedy and power-hungry secret rival in play, their union is one filled with love and betrayal. Can their bond survive the endless twists of deceit, pride, lust and betrayal? Will this contract be much more costly than they both bargained for?

Not your regular billionaire romance She had a son with the most dangerous man in the city. And he can never find out. Four years ago, Aurielle Duval spent one reckless night with a stranger— a night that left her with a little boy who has his impossible blue eyes. She never learned his name. He disappeared before sunrise. And she rebuilt her life alone… until the day she walks into an interview at the world’s most powerful company. Its CEO is Kieran D’Angelo. Cold. Untouchable. Ruthless. The man she prayed she would never see again. He doesn’t recognize her— but he watches her, tests her, and claims her as his personal assistant. What Kieran doesn’t know is that Aurielle carries more than his past. She is the erased daughter of the D’Angelo empire— a child they tried to destroy before she ever opened her eyes. And the son she hides? He’s the living proof of a truth that could tear the family apart. When Kieran’s dark, charming cousin Dante returns— obsessed with Aurielle and hungry for power— a dangerous game begins. Love, obsession, and blood collide. And in a family built on lies, the woman they tried to erase may be the one who brings the empire to its knees.

Luna always thought her life was ordinary—until a single car accident changed everything. Waking up with fragmented memories, she discovers a shadow from her past is watching her, someone who knows her in ways even she doesn’t. Bound by a one-year contract marriage to the enigmatic and fiercely protective Ethan, Luna finds herself caught between buried secrets, a mysterious figure from her childhood, and the truth about her father—a truth someone wants to keep hidden at all costs. As memories resurface and danger closes in, Luna must decide who to trust: the man sworn to protect her, or the ghost of her past who knows her better than she knows herself. One year. One contract. One chance at survival—and love.

On the day she was supposed to become a bride, her life was destroyed. Betrayed by the man she loved and framed for a crime she didn’t commit, she became a fugitive overnight—hunted, disgraced, and alone. With nowhere left to run, she made a desperate mistake. She summoned a demon. Bound by a mysterious blood contract, the powerful Demon Lord is tied to her for one year. In exchange for his power, he will help her uncover the truth, crush those who betrayed her, and reclaim the life stolen from her. But demons never give their power freely. As enemies close in and dangerous secrets begin to surface, their fragile alliance slowly turns into something far more complicated. Because the only payment the Demon Lord truly wants… is her.

On the night she thought would be the happiest of her life, Elena Vale was destroyed. Accused of betrayal. Shamed in front of the elite. Thrown away by the man she loved. And the worst part? His powerful father watched it all… without stopping it. Broken, jobless, and desperate to save her sick mother, Elena accepts an offer she never expected. “Marry me,” Damian Blackwood says calmly. “Not my son.” Cold. Dominant. Untouchable. Damian Blackwood is a man who does not love. Their marriage is meant to be a deal. A quiet revenge. A calculated move. But behind the contract lies a dangerous truth. Damian knew more than he should have. And Elena is not as powerless as she seems. As hatred turns into desire and revenge turns into something far more dangerous, Elena must decide: Will she remain the weak girl they humiliated? Or will she rise… and become the only woman powerful enough to bring the Blackwood empire to its knees? In a world of wealth, secrets, and betrayal, love may be the cruelest weapon of all.

[Warning: MATURED CONTENT 18+] Celeste Vechi has spent ten years living for one thing—revenge. After the Cosa Nostra slaughtered her family before her eyes, she infiltrates the powerful Giordano Mafia family under a false identity, determined to destroy them from the inside. But revenge becomes dangerous when she finds herself drawn to the one man she should hate the most—her husband’s psychotic brother. Dangerous. Unhinged. Ruthless. The man she should fear the most is the one who sees through every lie she tells. And the more she tries to avoid him… the more dangerous their attraction becomes. Because in the mafia world, betrayal is paid for in blood. And falling for the wrong man might cost her everything. Excerpts; “We can’t be doing this,” I warn, my breathing coming off more shallow than I’d like. My nerves spike, high on adrenaline, my half-lidded eyes darting around the darkened hallway in alert. “I’m your brother’s wife.” The claws of guilt have never gripped this tight. His silence is ominous. I fear it. His huge frame casts shadows over me, sinful lips leaving goosebumps behind with every trail on my skin. “That can be solved with just one bullet,” he croons, an icy threat lacing his words. Terror seizes my chest; my stomach drops with a sickening plop. Fear grips me as it clicks—he’s not bluffing. He’s capable of doing worse.

“I shall always chase you my bird, golden golden golden my love, my Canary I the wolf shall follow you”.  Three very unlikely people come together in love. A quiet chubby plain looking girl whose friends have all married but her.  A Duke who's been overseas for almost all his life following the emperors order. And a soon to be Viscount who spends all his time in books and business. What the Emperor and Canary’s father out toftehr to lessen the power of the Duke and bring more power to them with the viscount turns into what others didn’t image it would turn into a love story. What turns into them both trying to win the marriage of Canary to gain the diamond mine and she’s that would gain them more power turns into something more tragic. With betrayal, heartbreak, gainful trust and love. Who will Canary choose and when she has chosen or the man her parents has chosen for her. Will it truly be love and end in peace or will something more sad? This is the love story of The Canary and The Wolf. 

Louis Smith never believed in love, he always thought of it as a dead weight. Claire Montgomery never allowed herself to hope for it. When a one-month contract marriage becomes the only way for him to secure the CEO seat he’s worked for his entire life, he is left to ask the one person he found fitting— and she agrees because deep down she would love to fully understand the complexities of the marriage her friends have idolized. She’s been quietly carrying the weight of family expectations, personal insecurities, and the fear of being alone in a world that measures women by their marital status. Accepting this contract is her chance to step into control of her own story, even if it’s only for a month. Living together, sharing small moments, pretending to be a married couple… it doesn’t stay pretend for long. The walls they’ve built around their hearts begin to crumble, leaving them vulnerable in ways neither anticipated. And when fear, pride, and past pain collide, the contract ends and so does the fragile trust they’ve started to build. For him, it becomes a lesson in loss. For her, a test of self-respect. And for both, the realization that love doesn’t follow contracts or timelines. Now he has three months to prove he’s more than the man who walked away… to show her that love isn’t something you fear, it’s something worth fighting for.

The river was cold, but the betrayal was colder.” Three years ago, Ariana Blake was the world’s most envied woman. Married to the powerful CEO Alexander Knight, she thought she was living a fairy tale. But on a rainy midnight, that dream shattered. A calculated accident, a scream lost in the wind, and a husband who watched from the shore as her car plunged into the icy depths of the Thames. The world declared her dead. Alexander moved on to the woman who pulled the strings of her murder. But ghosts don't stay buried forever. Saved from the wreckage by the enigmatic and lethal billionaire Ethan Blackwood, Ariana Blake died in that water. In her place, Aria Blackwood was born—a woman with eyes of sapphire ice and a heart forged in the fires of vengeance. Now, she’s back. Not as a victim, but as a Queen. As Aria steps back into the high-stakes world of London’s elite, Alexander is haunted by her resemblance to the wife he discarded. He’s a man drowning in regret, realizing too late that he was a puppet in his father's deadly game for the 'Phoenix Fund'—a billion-dollar legacy that only Aria can unlock. But in this game of shadows, love is the deadliest weapon. Is Ethan Blackwood her savior, or is he just a smarter predator waiting for her to sign away her soul? One woman. Two monsters. A billion-dollar lie. Alexander wants her back. Victoria wants her dead. Ethan wants to own her. But Aria? Aria wants them all to burn.

Elena Samuel sacrificed her education and dreams for her family, believing her love and loyalty would one day be appreciated. Instead, she receives nothing but betrayal and disappointment. When her best friend Sophia finds her a small job in one of the biggest companies in the city, Elena believes it is finally her chance to start a new life. But the company belongs to Ethan Alexandra, the cold and powerful CEO feared by everyone. Elena only wanted a job. She never expected to become the reluctant wife of the most ruthless billionaire in the city.

Heiress Sapphire Montgomery is bound by duty to an arranged marriage with Damian Blackwood, a powerfully intimidating CEO whose icy reputation precedes him. With the determination to honor her father’s wishes, she enters the new marriage as a docile, quiet wife, always silent, watchful and very afraid. But when a shocking act of betrayal leads to the brutal death of her best friend, Sapphire’s fragile existence shatters. Refusing to remain a pawn, she uncovers a dark web of lies and secrets surrounding both her new family and her own family. Secrest capable of destroying everything she knew. As danger closes in, the timid girl who was once too afraid to speak without offending someone is forced to evole into a fierce woman willing to risk everything for the truth. Caught between fear and untamable desire, Sapphire and Damian must confront enemies both outside and within their marriage.

[Mature Content R18+] [Slow-Burn Dark Romance] Two days before my wedding, my fiancé told me he would marry my twin sister, because it was her dying wish. My family, his family, everyone dear to me, turned me into a villain for being defiant. The decision was final. The bride had changed. They forced me into a golden cage, waiting for my turn to be another substitute. Then he came. The man who should have been my enemy offered his hand. Led us into one wild night. "Be my wife. Six years. Let's have a contract for exactly that long." "You lost your mind. You promised-" "And I'll give you five years. You can be free. Do whatever you want with the Kingston name. I promised that." "Wh... what?" "But you must promise me, you will be back, and let's live like we burn for each other in that last year." "Rafael... what are you planning to?" "Get things back to their right place." I was tired of being anyone's pawn. So, I play my own game. Five years later, I am back. Revenge is an understatement. The price for my suffering is due. My children keep asking for their father. They'll meet him soon, but there's a problem:  I’m not sure who the real father is. "Viona... I never stop loving you. Tell me they are my flesh, right? I want you back. I want us back." My ex-fiancé shamelessly pleaded before me. "They are mine. The four of them are mine." And there he was, my contracted husband declared with a glare that was ready to burn the whole society down. This should be a simple game of power. But love always meddles between the players. ====== Author's Note: This Novel is a character-driven plot with slow-burn smut. Every character has their own motivation and is layered. Every choice has no easy way out. If you enjoy slow burn, this might be to your liking. Please read all the free chapters before you decide to continue or not. Thank you for giving this story a chance.

The Setup Elena Thorne is a woman with a legacy to save. Her family’s textile business is on the brink of collapse, threatening the livelihoods of hundreds of workers. Julian Vane is a billionaire with a cold reputation and a ticking clock; his grandfather’s will demands he marry by his thirty-fifth birthday or lose his position as Chairman of Vane Holdings. ​The Deal The two strike a cold, calculated bargain: a one-year contract marriage. Julian provides the five-million-dollar bailout Elena needs, and in exchange, Elena plays the role of the devoted wife to secure Julian's inheritance. The rules are strict: separate rooms, no real romance, and a clean divorce after 365 days. ​The Conflict As they move into Julian’s hollow, glass-and-steel penthouse, the line between acting and reality begins to blur. Their first public appearance at a high-stakes gala proves they are a powerful team, successfully fooling Julian’s suspicious grandfather. However, Elena begins to see the lonely, guarded man behind Julian’s "Ice King" persona, while Julian finds himself drawn to Elena’s genuine heart and fierce loyalty. ​The Stakes While they are partners in a "business transaction," the outside world is watching. With prying reporters, a skeptical family, and their own growing chemistry, the two must decide if they are just playing parts in a play—or if the only thing more dangerous than losing their companies is losing their hearts.

"A bargain born in death, and an empire forged in immortality." ​This is the story of Ella, a simple girl from a quiet, humble village in the Maharajganj district of Uttar Pradesh. Trapped within the silent corridors of an ancient haveli, she is forced into a desperate 'Contract Marriage' with the most feared entity in existence—Lucifer, the King of Hell. ​For Ella, it was a deal to stay alive. For Lucifer? It was the culmination of a thousand-year-old obsession. From the rustic soil of her village to the winding paths of Partawal and the haunted woods of Dhaneha, the narrative explodes into a cosmic war where Heaven and Hell clash over a single patch of earth. ​As Ella uncovers her true identity as 'The Architect of Time,' she realizes she is no ordinary mortal, but the very creator of reality. Alongside her four-winged heir, Astaroth, and the unyielding love of Lucifer, she dismantles the ancient barriers of hatred to create a 'Third Dimension.' ​This isn't just a dark romance; it’s a legendary saga of a girl from a small village who rose to become the 'Silver Shadow'—the Empress of a new universe.

Amara Piers is living the dream everyone double-taps on Instagram. For ten years, Sebastian Creed hasn’t just been her husband; he’s been her entire world. As the charismatic CEO of a global empire, Sebastian is the man who has everything, yet he acts as if Amara is his only prize. The handwritten morning notes, the spontaneous anniversary trips to Paris, the way he looks at her as if she’s the only woman in the room—it was the "perfect" marriage. Or so she thought. The facade doesn’t crack; it shatters. On a mundane Thursday morning, a stranger delivers a sentence that turns Amara’s fairy tale into a psychological horror story: “Ma’am, I’m sorry... but your marriage certificate and your child’s adoption papers are both fake.” In one heartbeat, Amara realizes she isn’t a wife, and she might not legally be a mother. The man she worshipped hasn’t just been keeping secrets; he’s been orchestrating a decade-long performance. As the walls of her high-end life close in, Amara must face a terrifying reality: Sebastian Creed didn't marry her because he loved her. He "captured" her. Now, the woman who was once his greatest treasure is becoming his greatest threat. To reclaim her life and walk away from her husband's child, Amara must disappear from a man who has the resources to find anyone, anywhere. But how do you run from a man who knows your every thought before you even think it? She was the woman he claimed to love. Now, she’s the one woman he can’t be allowed to keep.

She has spent her life believing she's cursed - a wolfless embarrassment her father barely tolerates. But when she's forced into a contract marriage with the cold and terrifying Lycan King, she learns the truth is far more deadly. *** He didn't ask for a wife, just a womb for his heir. Emotionless, merciless, and built entirely from brooding muscle and trauma, the Lycan King intends to use her, then send her back where she came from. But when an assassination attempt exposes the lies surrounding her birth, he realises he's married something far more dangerous than a powerless girl.

She needed money. He needed control. When Elena Rossi’s world collapses under crushing debt and a family scandal she didn’t create, she is offered a lifeline she cannot refuse — a one-year marriage contract with Adrian Laurent, the youngest and most feared billionaire in the city. Cold. Calculated. Untouchable. To the world, it’s a strategic union between power and elegance. Behind closed doors, it’s a battlefield of pride, rules, and dangerous attraction. Three conditions define their marriage: No love. No jealousy. No breaking the contract. But desire has no respect for rules. As Elena steps into Adrian’s world of private jets, ruthless business wars, and whispered scandals, she realizes the contract hides more than financial motives. There is a secret clause — one that ties her fate to his in ways she never imagined. And Adrian? He never intended to fall. He only intended to possess. In a world where power is everything and vulnerability is weakness, two stubborn hearts must decide: Is this just a contract… or the beginning of an obsession neither of them can survive?