Everyone says that CEO Anderson is a formidable figure in the Kingdom of Alssta, someone not to be trifled with. His name alone inspires fear, and those who see him instinctively bow and lower their heads. Some even claim that CEO Anderson's home is a den of dragons and tigers, filled with corpses and bones. Rumor has it that the young bride, who was married off in her sister's place, has already died... When they meet again, CEO Anderson flashes a menacing smile and takes out...
Third-Person POV:
On a stormy night filled with thunder and lightning, the wind howled violently.
Five cars sped down the highway, their tires slicing through puddles and leaving trails of water in their wake. The engines roared, their growls cutting through the sound of the heavy rain.
Inside the car in the center of the convoy, a blond-haired man sitting in the passenger seat leaned back, turning his head to observe the unconscious girl lying in the back seat.
The girl wore a wedding dress, the neckline revealing her fair neck and slender arms. Her hair fell loosely over her face, concealing her features. Even without seeing her face clearly, it was evident that her figure was stunning.
"Brother Hunter, is this the eldest daughter of the Bailey family?" the blond-haired man asked in a cheeky tone.
The man addressed as Hunter, who was driving the car, replied coldly, "Yes."
"Her figure's impressive, and her skin's so fair-her face probably isn't bad either. Too bad she's going to end up with our CEO Anderson," the blond-haired man lamented, shaking his head. Still, his eyes lingered lecherously on the girl.
"Ronan, keep those disgusting eyes of yours in check!" Hunter shot him a sharp glare. "If she survives tonight, she'll become CEO Anderson's wife-our sister-in-law. Watch your head if you cross the line."
Ronan scoffed dismissively.
Sister-in-law?
Wasn't she just a girl sent to please CEO Anderson?
Calling her a wife or sister-in-law was putting it nicely. In truth, she was just there to warm his bed. Whether she could even survive the night was still uncertain.
Everyone in Alchimie City knew that CEO Anderson was a ruthless and decisive man, feared for his brutal and cold-blooded methods. No one dared to provoke him.
Yet, despite his reputation, there were always people bold-or foolish-enough to send women his way. CEO Anderson had never held any regard for such "bed warmers." Many ended up either dead or crippled.
*Sister-in-law? Let her make it through tonight first before we start calling her that.*
"Mm..."
A faint groan came from the back seat. The girl stirred and slowly opened her eyes.
Those were bright, dark eyes, blinking in confusion.
"Where... am I?" she asked softly.
"Well, well, Miss Bailey, you're awake?" Ronan whistled playfully.
Then, as he finally got a good look at her face, he froze.
The girl sat up and brushed her hair back, revealing an exquisitely delicate face.
Her skin was as pale as jade, her lips a luscious red, alluring beyond reason. A small beauty mark beneath her right eye added a touch of irresistible charm.
She was breathtakingly beautiful, an almost aggressive kind of beauty that demanded attention. Even though her expression was dazed, it was enough to unsettle anyone's heart. The pristine white wedding dress she wore accentuated her perfect curves.
A beauty like this... truly a pity.
Rosy's POV:
As I sat in the car, my mind raced with questions. Where was I being taken? Who were these people? I narrowed my eyes at the men in the front seats and demanded, "Who are you? Where are you taking me?"
The man who seemed to be in charge turned slightly, a smirk playing on his lips. "Miss Bailey, we're with CEO Anderson. We're taking you to meet him now," he said, his tone laced with mockery.
My eyes widened, the air catching in my lungs. CEO Anderson? Fear rippled through me.
No one in Alchimie City didn't know about CEO Anderson-the man they called the Black-Faced Reaper. Rumors painted him as a ruthless tyrant, one who fed his enemies to the venomous snakes he bred in his mansion's backyard.
"You've got the wrong person," I said, clutching my hands tightly in my lap to steady their trembling. "I don't know your CEO Anderson."
This morning, my father had summoned me back to the Bailey family home from the countryside, a rare occurrence. After a quiet meal, I'd found myself ushered into this car without explanation.
"There's no mistake," the man named Ronan replied with a sneer. "Your father struck a deal to save the Bailey family's finances. He arranged a marriage between you, the eldest daughter, and our CEO."
Marriage? For financial reasons? The words hit me like a slap.
So this was why the Bailey family, who had ignored me for over a decade, suddenly showed interest in bringing me back. It wasn't affection-it was to trade me as a pawn in their schemes.
"Stop the car!" I shouted, trying to push the door open. "You've got the wrong person! I'm not the Bailey family's daughter! They tricked you! Let me out!"
But the doors wouldn't budge, and the windows were locked tight. I pounded on the glass, screaming, "Stop! Let me out! If you take me to him, CEO Anderson will blame you when he finds out the truth!"
"Shut up," Ronan snapped, his voice hardening. "Whether you're truly Miss Bailey or not, you're in CEO Anderson's car now. That makes you his. Stay quiet if you value your life. If you anger him... well, you'll find out firsthand what happens."
His words struck a chord of terror in me. I froze, clutching the hem of the wedding dress I'd been forced into. My silence was born not of compliance but of raw fear. These men, with their cold eyes and sharp suits, exuded danger.
The car came to a halt, and I was roughly escorted into a grand mansion. My heels echoed on the marble floors as I was brought to a vast, oppressively silent living room. I felt my heartbeat quicken, my palms clammy against the fabric of my dress.
Then, I saw him.
CEO Anderson stood at the far end of the room, his tall frame radiating a chilling aura. His dark eyes locked onto mine, devoid of warmth, cold as death itself. My knees threatened to buckle, but I forced myself to remain upright.
"CEO Anderson," Ronan announced, breaking the heavy silence. "This is Miss Bailey."
I wanted to protest, to tell him I wasn't the Bailey family's eldest daughter, but the words died in my throat under the weight of his gaze. He studied me as if assessing my worth-or deciding my fate.
Finally, he spoke, his deep voice resonating through the room. "Come here." He motioned with a single, commanding finger.
Every instinct screamed at me to run, but my legs moved on their own, carrying me forward into the lion's den.
Otis and Mei had known each other since college but broke up before graduating. Both of them ran off to places thousands of miles apart, thinking they would never cross paths again. Yet, fate had other plans, and they ended up becoming roommates. The moment Otis pushed the door open and saw Mei sitting on the sofa, he froze. "You look like my ex-girlfriend." Mei immediately jumped up, stomping her foot in frustration. "I am your ex-girlfriend!!!"
1. Ophelia always believed she would be with Finnian. At the age of eight, they became step-siblings and faced the hardest times of their lives together. Finnian once promised, "Ophelia, wait for me to succeed, and I will marry you." But on her birthday, he publicly announced his relationship with the famous actress, Eamon. 2. The man she had waited for all these years found someone new, while her family's business teetered on the edge of bankruptcy. Ophelia stood amidst the storm-not only were there those waiting to see her fail, but others with malicious intentions biding their time to strike. But what everyone expected didn't happen. Instead of succumbing to despair, Ophelia stunned everyone by organizing a grand wedding that shook Selista. The Radcliffe family, the most prestigious family in Dolasiats, hosted an extravagant wedding in Selista for their beloved daughter-in-law and sole heir, Logan. In an instant, Selista became the gathering spot for more than half of Dolasiats' elites. No one could figure out which lady from Selista had such incredible fortune. When Ophelia appeared in a pristine, dazzling white wedding gown that captivated every gaze, the entire audience was stunned. Finnian, attending the wedding, dropped the wine glass he was holding. It shattered to pieces on the ground. 3. Ophelia knew full well that this marriage was not stable; it was merely a transaction of benefits and could end with each going their separate ways. But Logan had given her so much. After registering their marriage, she gradually made concessions, fulfilling his every demand. From moving in under the same roof, to sharing the same bedroom, and then... Each night, he was possessive, indulgent. She could no longer endure it. Her eyes turned red, and she trembled as she protested, "Can you restrain yourself a little?" The man leaned down, kissed her damp hair, and in a husky voice coaxed her gently at her ear, "Be good and call me husband*."
At her own engagement party, she was betrayed by her best friend, making her a laughingstock in front of everyone. With no other choice, and being a person with pride, she couldn't just walk away humiliated. So, she impulsively grabbed someone to salvage the situation. Unexpectedly, the man she happened to pull was none other than the cold and fearsome CEO of RS, someone everyone dreads to cross paths with. But she wasn't the innocent, defenseless white lotus people saw on the surface. Just wait and see-who would prove to be stronger!
Once, there was a kind-hearted young girl who saved the life of a little beggar boy. Amid hunger, bitter cold, and the overwhelming sense of despair, the girl drove away a pack of stray dogs that threatened the boy and gave him a box of chocolates she loved dearly. This simple act planted a seed that would blossom sixteen years later. The boy, now grown, returned to find the girl who had once saved him, silently protecting her in the guise of a naive, seemingly useless husband.
Calista Whitaker and Dorian Blackwood were childhood sweethearts, engaged for a long time. But just when the crucial moment approached, an unexpected twist occurred- On the day of the engagement, Dorian's affair was unexpectedly exposed. While the marriage alliance between the two families hung in the balance, a weary yet striking man appeared, his gaze both proud and leisurely, skimming over their clasped hands. Alpha Zephyr introduced him flamboyantly as another son of his. Despite his youth, he had already taken control early on and now held the lifeblood of the Blue Moon pack in his hands. As Dorian scrambled for an opportunity to explain, news of the broken engagement spread across the city, yet no one knew that Eamon Blackwood had secretly arranged a meeting with Calista. The man casually tossed her a tempting proposition: "Miss Whitaker, would you mind if the groom were to change?" -Would you like to turn this half-baked victory into a guaranteed triumph and become my accomplice?
Michael William was praised by everyone as the most powerful Lycan King. However, with his extraordinary appearance and talents, he could not avoid the sympathy and suspicion from others. He was not only adept at ruling but also possessed a cold, ruthless, and cruel nature when necessary. Due to a misunderstanding, he once decided to kidnap Zoey Anderson, a weak and delicate maiden in the palace. Although she always tried to escape from his grasp and endured torture, her life became more tragic than ever under such a cruel ruler. But despite the suffering and abuse, there was something strange-why did her presence touch the heart of anyone, even just a little, causing them pain? While the falling petals had meaning, the compassionate heart of a powerful king was shattered by her. So, could his heart ever be mended after all of this?
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
Elisa watched as the most important people in her life showered the evil imposter-The fake heiress, with love. Elisa, the lost daughter of one of the most wealthiest family was found 18 years later and was brought back to her rightful home. However, someone had already taken her place. A fake heiress, the pampered little princess. Her coy acting and innocent façade made Elisa's real mother love her more than Elisa, her real daughter. That made Elisa, though, the true daughter end up as an adopted child. "Elisa, could you try not to appear in front of her too much as it could trigger her insecurities." Her parents had told her because of the fake heiress. "Elisa, You've taken everything away from her. Why can't you give her a little more?" Her fiancé had ordered her. Because of an unfortunate accident plotted by Isabelle-The fake heiress, Elisa was sent to prison and her family cut ties with her without a second thought. Four years, after much torture which led to her being crippled and blind on one eye, she was released, but got hit by a truck. While laying on the pool of her blood, she wanted to question, Why? Why had they all treated her so cruelly, while they love Isabelle unconditionally? She badly wanted to rip off Isabelle's mask of innocence, to reveal the fake, manipulative woman beneath. She was full of hatred. But after her death, she woke up back to when she was 18 years like all that happened were all nightmare. She was elated. She was reborn to re-live all that had happened in her last life, but now, her mission was to reveal mask beneath that woman and make everyone that made her suffer in her past life pay. It was her time for revenge! And definitely, she won't mess this up!
For three years, Shane and Yvonne were wed, sharing heated nights, while his devotion clung to his ex. Yvonne strove to be a dutiful wife, yet their marriage felt hollow, built on desire rather than real warmth. All changed when she became pregnant, only for Shane to thrust her onto the operating table, warning, “Either you or the baby survives!” Broken by his cruelty, she vanished in grief and later returned, radiantly accomplished, leaving everyone awestruck. Haunted by remorse, Shane begged for another chance, but Yvonne only smiled and replied, “I’m sorry, men no longer interest me.”
Chloe Miler, a naïve young woman, waits shyly to spend Valentine's Day with her boyfriend, but is betrayed on that day when she witnesses him entangled in bed with her own sister. Chloe's heart is broken when her heartfelt love for him is trampled on in an instant. *** Lionel Williams, the mysterious billionaire, the top of the pyramid, is handsome as hell. His eyes are set high, but he is drugged, has a one-night stand with a strange woman, and is humiliated by that unknowing woman with her money! His instincts tell him it's not that simple, and he's going to find her out!
The day Lilah found out that she was pregnant, she caught her fiancé cheating on her. Her remorseless fiancé and his mistress almost killed her. Lilah fled for her dear life. When she returned to her hometown five years later, she happened to save a little boy's life. The boy's father turned out to be the world's richest man. Everything changed for Lilah from that moment. The man didn't let her experience any inconvenience. When her ex-fiancé bullied her, he crushed the scumbag's family and also rented out an entire island just to give Lilah a break from all the drama. He also taught Lilah's hateful father a lesson. He crushed all her enemies before she even asked. When Lilah's vile sister threw herself at him, he showed her a marriage certificate and said, "I'm happily married and my wife is much more beautiful than you are!" Lilah was shocked. "When did we ever get married? Last I checked, I was still single." With a wicked smile, he said, "Honey, we've been married for five years. Isn't it about time we had another child together?" Lilah's jaw dropped to the floor. What the hell was he talking about?
To the public, she was the CEO's executive secretary. Behind closed doors, she was the wife he never officially acknowledged. Jenessa was elated when she learned that she was pregnant. But that joy was replaced with dread as her husband, Ryan, showered his affections on his first love. With a heavy heart, she chose to set him free and leave. When they met again, Ryan's attention was caught by Jenessa's protruding belly. "Whose child are you carrying?!" he demanded. But she only scoffed. "It's none of your business, my dear ex-husband!"