A love unscripted
In the extravagant world of wealth and power, a forbidden union ignites between Ariel, a beautiful and naive young woman, and Connel, a ruthless billionaire with a reputation for stopping at nothing to get what he wants.
When Ariel awakens in Connel's luxurious mansion, she's forced to make a desperate choice: marry the mysterious billionaire, to protect her family's reputation. But as their first night together is concealed by lies, Ariel begins to unravel the dark secrets of Connel's past, revealing a tangled web of lies, deceit, and hidden agendas.
As she navigates the risky landscape of her new role, Ariel discovers shocking truths about her own family's history and its connection to Connel's. The secrets she unearths threaten to destroy the fragile bond between them, forcing Ariel to confront the ultimate truth: that her marriage of convenience may hold the key to her own salvation – or her downfall.
Dive into a world of luxury, secrets, and betrayal, where the lines between love and obsession are blurred, and the truth can be deadly.
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Chapter: VisitAriel lay in bed, but sleep seemed far from her. The house felt different tonight - tight and compressed. Every shadow seemed to stretch, every crack sounded like footsteps. It might be knowing Toria was just a few rooms down the hall or probably the way Connel reacted when she came along.‘It seems like the worst is about to come.’She turned on her side, pulling the blankets tighter around her. But no matter how tightly she held the blanket or herself the worry didn't fade. It clung to her skin like goosebumps.Downstairs, she could hear faint movement- a pale smash, the low mumbles of male voices. Connel was still awake, there was no surprise there because while others rested he calculated every weight, movement and plan. Sleep didn't seem to have a problem with him at night - like they had a deal.Ariel exhaled heavily.Something was definitely wrong and she could feel it, her tummy rumbled. The sense of worry made her tummy demand for food, a habit she couldn't stop as a child. S
Dernière mise à jour: 2026-01-13
Chapter: A name for the dead“I think Mr Wilder would be in the best position to answer that.” Toria's words felt like a bomb, her eyes twitching as she watched every movement.She said it in a tight and calm tone, a way that one would instantly believe everything coming from her but knowing Toria they weren't ready for her games and they weren't easily convinced.All eyes lingering on Toria.“You can't be serious.” Nico murmured, breaking the existing silence.“Why can't I?”“What are you trying to say?” Connel snapped, “we'll all appreciate it if you can stop beating around the bush.”She glanced at her nails. “I'm simply saying your dad knows more than you think… obviously.”Ethan let out a mischievous laugh, hitting his hands on the table. Completely unaware of the eyes piercing into his skin.With laughter in his voice, “firstly I must commend your statement but Toria…” he raised his head waving his face towards her direction. “You must think that we're a fool, even if everyone here is, just remember I am ce
Dernière mise à jour: 2025-11-18
Chapter: Another Welcome 43:That morning the estate was quiet but the guards hadn't reduced. Ariel sat by the living room window, the unease from a couple nights ago still clinging to her. She looked twice at every shadow now, her eyes half shut while sleeping and her eyes constantly going over her shoulders.She set down her cup, rubbing her palms together. That's when she heard the faint tear of tyres against the gravel - a car packed at the entrance.“Who could that possibly be?” The question ran through her thoughts.She stood, curiosity roping her to the door. The moment it opened, her breath caught and her eyes fixed to it.“You?”Toria smiled small and sharp, “it's been a while.” She said softly.“What are you doing here?” Ariel questioned, her eyes lingering on Toria as confusion and anger gripped her.“You're still here?” She laughed. “Still playing Mrs Wilder, how cute.”Ariel blinked. “What are you doing here?” She asked again.Toria stepped inside with quiet grace, pulling off her fur coat. Her
Dernière mise à jour: 2025-11-07
Chapter: Shadows of ParisNico and Ethan stole a glance at one another.“Uhmm… Connel.” Ethan called him.Connel looked at him, his eyes clearly turned towards Ethan.“2019…Paris, what happened there?” Ethan questioned, rubbing his hands on his chin.Connel stole a glance at Ethan and back at Nico, no response, just silence.Watson walked in and was filled in with the details of everything that went down. Watson and Connel have a different kind of bond, when it came to them it was like Watson was actually the father figure in Connel's life - Connel never left him out on anything, he always asked him for advice when he didn't know what to do and he respected so much.Connel continued to stare at the journal, the thoughts on who the mystery woman can be and how she got to know about Paris. Whatever happened in Paris was kept a secret for a reason, only three people knew about Paris - Connel, Toria and his father but if Toria and his dad were involved then there's a probability that her dad is involved.“Who else
Dernière mise à jour: 2025-11-02
Chapter: Close call The weather wasn't as cold as previous nights, silence carried the exact weight. The sky was clouded, street lights flickering against the fog. There was no movement or much presence of people, it's clear how well she likes her solidarity. Nico walked ahead scanning the environment while Ethan trailed behind. “It's been over two months since Ariel was kidnapped.” Ethan uttered, his hands tightened on his pocket as they walked. “So I'm confused why she will show up now.” “My thoughts exactly,” Nico confirmed. “I've been thinking about it as well.” There was silence between them as they walked. “And… I'm sorry for the other day with Connel.” Nico attempted an apology,the eyes fixed on the building. Ethan remembered the punch and placed his hands on his jaw, it felt like the pain was still there. “No need to apologize, besides you didn't throw the punch.” They laughed recalling what happened. “Right.” Nico let out. “Nico,” Ethan signalled him to look up ahead. They saw the build
Dernière mise à jour: 2025-10-31
Chapter: Woman in the eastAnd just then he steals a glance at Connel, his face felt sweaty, his eyes wandered and his breathing got slower like he counted his breaths.“What are you hiding?” Ethan questioned.Connel looked up at him, puzzled. “What?” He shakes his head frantically.“Your face, it's doing that thing.” Ethan said. “You're hiding something, I can see it.”“There's nothing.” Connel paused. “Find this mystery woman.” He changed the conversation and dismissed Ethan.Connel wasn't admitting to hiding anything, instead he confidently said he wasn't and didn't want to press further. Ethan on the other hand knew this had to be about their father or maybe Ariel but he wasn't in the right position to question Connel especially not now.“I’ll get the Ravenco deal closed and you look a
Dernière mise à jour: 2025-10-13
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