FAKING IT WITH MY MILLIONAIRE FRIEND
Sophia Hayes is thrilled when she wins a ticket for the exclusive boat cruise she's dreamed of all her life. But her excitement is dampened by a rumor from a trusted source: her millionaire ex-boyfriend, Charles, will also be attending. Determined to avoid the humiliation of facing him single, Sophia convinces her high school friend Robert, a wealthy playboy, to pose as her boyfriend.
Robert agrees, eager to shed his notorious reputation and fend off gold diggers, while also seeking to placate his meddling family. On the lavish cruise, Sophia and Robert's convincing act as a couple quickly captures the attention of social media and the city's gossip columns.
However, things take a turn when Robert detects Sophia's lingering feelings for Charles, and Sophia realizes Robert might never give up his playboy ways. A misunderstanding leads Robert into a one-night stand, while Sophia finds herself dancing with Charles. When Charles publicly declares his love for Sophia, she humiliates him, igniting his desire for revenge.
After the cruise, Sophia and Robert must continue their fake relationship to maintain appearances. The situation becomes increasingly toxic as an anonymous threat promises to expose their charade and Robert's one-night stand results in a pregnancy scare.
Forced to take a family vacation together, Sophia and Robert must navigate their fake relationship in close quarters. As they act intimately to maintain the facade, they begin to confront their true feelings for one another.
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Chapter: SILENT CLAIMSSophia sat at the outdoor dinner table, feeling the gentle breeze of the evening against her skin. The dinner, a grand affair hosted for all the cruisers, had been a pleasant experience so far. The food was exquisite, the atmosphere vibrant, and the night sky slowly transitioned into a canvas of stars. She and Robert had spent most of the evening chatting lightly, sipping champagne and enjoying the ambiance. But as she took another sip, Robert’s phone buzzed on the table.He glanced at the screen, muttered something about needing to take the call, and stood up, excusing himself with a polite nod. Sophia watched him stroll a few feet away, his figure highlighted by the soft glow of the outdoor lights.Now alone, she scrolled through her phone absentmindedly, her champagne glass dangling delicately from her other hand. The gentle hum of conversations surrounded her until a pair of voices drifted into her ears, clear enough to catch her attention.“I don’t think they’re in a relationship
最終更新日: 2024-11-17
Chapter: CAREFUL!!Sophia stepped out onto the balcony, hoping for a breath of fresh air and maybe a view of the ocean. The scene before her was more stunning than she had anticipated. The soft glow of the setting sun cast a warm, golden light over everything, making the water sparkle, and the sheer elegance of the balcony layout took her breath away. But what really caught her eye was the surprise waiting right there—an exclusive, small pool nestled in one corner of the balcony. It was a luxurious touch she hadn’t expected.Her excitement bubbled up immediately. She’d thought their suite was impressive enough already, but this was on another level. She turned, a wide grin spreading across her face, and rushed back into the room. “Robert!” she called, her voice full of the thrill that had taken hold of her. “There’s a pool out here! Can you believe it?” She glanced over at him, practically bouncing as she waited for his reaction.Robert looked up from his iPad, an amused smile tugging at the corner of h
最終更新日: 2024-10-28
Chapter: LUXURYSOPHIA'S POV The hostess led us down a polished corridor, her heels clicking against the marble floors as we followed in awe. Everything around us screamed opulence—from the crystal chandeliers to the plush carpets lining the hallway. It was like we’d stepped into a world that only existed in glossy magazines and movies. And yet, here we were, soaking it all in like it was made for us. I stole a glance at Robert, who seemed unbothered, his expression cool and composed. Just another day for him, I guess. For me? I couldn’t help but feel like I was getting away with something here.The hostess turned back to us with a smile and gestured down another corridor. "Right this way, please. You’re in the VVIP section," she said, her voice carrying an unmistakable note of respect. I couldn't hide my shock. VVIP? I knew Robert was well-off, but this was next level.I kept quiet, not wanting to seem like a total newbie, but my mind was racing. Most people would’ve been thrilled just to be on the
最終更新日: 2024-10-28
Chapter: TOURAs we stepped off the yacht and onto the dock where the larger boat was anchored, I took a quick survey of the setup. The boat—a luxurious vessel with sleek lines and a shining exterior—towered over the yachts that had started to gather around. Some other guests were already disembarking their own yachts and making their way up the ramp, mingling, exchanging greetings, laughing. It was a decent crowd, a mix of wealth and status, judging by the designer suits and glamorous dresses. I noted it all, but none of really intrigued me. Boats, parties, all this was pretty standard at this point.Sophia looked around, wide-eyed, her excitement practically radiating off her. It was a look I’d seen before on her—the curiosity, the fascination with the world of luxury, although she still has her elegant touch. I watched as her gaze swept over the dock, from the polished rails of the boat to the crew members in their crisp uniforms. It was amusing seeing her like this, clearly enjoying herself.
最終更新日: 2024-10-28
Chapter: ON OUR WAYSOPHIA'S POV As Robert and I arrived at the boarding area, I took a moment to take it all in. There was a small crowd gathered, all dressed impeccably, their conversations weaving together in a hum of polished accents and subtle laughter. It felt like the kind of scene where the rich and powerful came to unwind, but still with a sense of formality clinging to them. No one looked too relaxed—everyone here was a bit on display.My eyes scanned the faces, catching glimpses of people I’d only ever seen on magazine covers or social media. To my right, a woman in a sleek black dress adjusted her sunglasses as she took photos by the water’s edge. Definitely a social media influencer. Beside her stood a man whose face I recognized from a viral tech article about his latest app that made millions overnight. He was talking animatedly to a well-dressed older couple, his hands moving in exaggerated gestures, like he was pitching a story rather than just making small talk. And then there was us,
最終更新日: 2024-10-28
Chapter: DAY 1SOPHIA'S POV The weekend had been… honestly, just so good. I’d be lying if I said it wasn't nice having someone like Robert around. We’d spent hours walking through the garden, and even though the place was way too fancy for what I was used to, it somehow felt natural. Trying new dishes the chef whipped up had turned into a little game, too—some stuff was amazing, and other things… let’s just say I was glad Robert didn’t make fun of me too much when I nearly spat out that one dish. Then there were the movie nights, hours just sinking into the couch, and the light competition of board games. I didn’t even mind that Robert kept winning because it was fun watching him get competitive about things so small. And, okay, we definitely took a few whiskey shots here and there. Not like, drunk, but just enough to feel loose and laugh harder at things that weren’t even that funny. It was the kind of weekend I hadn’t realized I’d needed. Now, though, it was cruise day. The morning had flown
最終更新日: 2024-10-28
Chapter: LAST PIECEBack in Noah’s worldNoah was standing near the large windows of his office when the door opened.Zane stepped in quietly.Noah turned almost immediately. The question had been sitting on his tongue ever since Aurelia left the house that morning.“How is she?” he asked.Zane shrugged slightly. “I dropped her at the hospital like she asked.”“And?”“That’s it.”Noah frowned. “That’s it?”Zane nodded. “She told me to wait in the parking lot. She went inside alone. Stayed there for a while. When she came out, she didn’t say much. Just told me to take her home.”Noah studied his friend’s face carefully.“You didn’t ask what the hospital wanted?”“No!” Zane replied calmly. “I didn’t .”Noah didn’t push any further Noah walked back to his desk, his mind already racing.“Did she look sick?” he asked.Zane thought about it for a moment. “Not exactly sick. Just… distracted.”That word stayed in the room for a second.Distracted.Noah reached for his phone.For a moment he considered calling t
最終更新日: 2026-03-14
Chapter: CLOSERMost modern hotels ran almost everything through one internal system. Guest check-ins, key cards, security cameras, even room service requests were often connected to the same network.Aurelia had learned that weeks ago during the document-sharing scandal at Lumina Industries. While the IT department scrambled to contain the leak, she had spent hours sitting in meetings, listening more than she spoke. The technicians had complained constantly about systems that were connected when they shouldn’t be. About outdated software that companies refused to fix because “it still worked.”One name had stuck in her head.StaySecure 360.She remembered one of the engineers groaning about it during a late meeting. The system was widely used in hotels, but it had a reputation for weak configurations when companies didn’t update it properly.When Aurelia arrived at the hotel lobby that afternoon, she wasn’t carrying the desperation she had the previous day. She looked calm. Casual. Just another gues
最終更新日: 2026-03-13
Chapter: BACK TO REALITYI shook the thoughts hovering around my head like a cloud, as if trying to scatter them long enough to focus on reality.I needed to be fair with myself.This might not go as planned.For starters, there was no guarantee the security guard would even believe a word of the story I had just crafted in my head. The man looked like someone who had spent years listening to excuses, lies, and desperate explanations from strangers who thought they could outsmart hotel rules. My fake tears and dramatic story might not move him at all. He might simply stare at me the way he had earlier and tell me, calmly and firmly, to leave.And if he didn’t believe me, things could get worse.He could call the police.The thought alone made my stomach tighten. If that happened, I would have to explain why I was lying about a stolen family ring that didn’t exist. One wrong question, one detail I hadn’t thought through, and the entire act would fall apart right in front of them.Then there was the hotel itsel
最終更新日: 2026-03-12
Chapter: FINDING HIMAurelia got home feeling exhausted and defeated.For days now she had gone back and forth to that hotel, trying every reasonable way she could think of to get access to the security footage. Each attempt ended the same way—with polite refusals or suspicious looks.She dropped her bag on the couch and sank into a chair.Her head felt heavy.She replayed every moment in her mind. The receptionist’s flat tone. The bellhop’s nervous expression when the head of security appeared. The way the man had simply stood there watching her until she left.They weren’t going to help her.Not unless she gave them a reason strong enough to break their rules.She leaned back and stared at the ceiling, trying to think.Minutes passed.Then suddenly, an idea formed in her mind.It was ridiculous.It was dishonest.And it might actually work.A slow smile crept onto her face.“Alright,” she muttered to herself. “Let’s try something different.”The next morning she’d return to the hotel.This time she woul
最終更新日: 2026-03-10
Chapter: Reality I still remember the moment I realized whose room it was.,that day when I was being chased by those crazed high teenagers. I’d stumbled backward, barely catching myself, my lungs burning, my heart beating so hard it felt bruised. The door was already open. I’d seen it swing wider as I fell in, seen the shadow of Noah Wellington at the edge of my vision, seen him glance past me and catch sight of the teenagers disappearing down the corridor. My brain hadn’t caught up yet. “Stay here,” he said sharply, already moving. He stepped out into the hallway, barefoot, and for a split second I watched him from behind, watched him scan the empty passage like he might actually go after them. But they were gone. Whoever they were, whatever they’d been on, they’d vanished. He came back in, shut the door, and turned to me. That’s when it hit me. Noah. My boss. And I was standing in his room. I tried to explain. I swear I did. My mouth opened, but nothing sensible came out. My tongue felt t
最終更新日: 2026-02-21
Chapter: FLASH BACKI still remember the moment I realized whose room it was.,that day when I was being chased by those crazed high teenagers.I’d stumbled backward, barely catching myself, my lungs burning, my heart beating so hard it felt bruised. The door was already open. I’d seen it swing wider as I fell in, seen the shadow of Noah Wellington at the edge of my vision, seen him glance past me and catch sight of the teenagers disappearing down the corridor.My brain hadn’t caught up yet.“Stay here,” he said sharply, already moving.He stepped out into the hallway, barefoot, and for a split second I watched him from behind, watched him scan the empty passage like he might actually go after them. But they were gone. Whoever they were, whatever they’d been on, they’d vanished.He came back in, shut the door, and turned to me.That’s when it hit me.Noah.My boss.And I was standing in his room.I tried to explain. I swear I did. My mouth opened, but nothing sensible came out. My tongue felt thick, usele
最終更新日: 2026-01-05
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