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Another Chance To Live

Another Chance To Live

Romance
last updateLast Updated : 2026-02-18
By:  Grand de writer Ongoing
Language: English
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Fast-Paced Plot

Third-Person POV

Dark Romance

Hero/Heroin

Independent

Decisive

Love after Marriage

Hate to Love

Contract Marriage

"you will abort the baby" Anthony's voice was cold and rough. "I don't want a child" "I can't abort it" Avery's voice was small, fear hidden beneath it. Her hands went to her stomach instinctively and wrapped around it protectively. "It's not a request." Anthony's voice was calm but threatening and it stirred a warning inside Avery. A warning that he wasn't to be messed with. "It's an order. I own you for the next one year and you will do as I say" Avery wanted to yell at him but she couldn't. Even as he sat in a wheelchair, he still looked powerful and threatening. There was just something about him that scared people. "Now get lost" he rumbled and Avery's chest tightened. She couldn't bear to get rid of her only reason to hope. Her father kicked them out of the house months ago with no apparent means of survival and her mother had become gravely ill, bills piling up, and no one left to turn to, she agrees to the unthinkable. An arranged marriage to a dying billionaire she barely knows. He’s cold and cruel. And he makes it clear he wants nothing more than a convenient end to this marriage. But Avery’s not giving up that easily. If she’s going to sacrifice everything, she’s determined to make him fall for her, for hope and for the future neither of them planned

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RJ Empire
RJ Empire
you are always my role model, more ink in your pen, and I really love your novel
2025-12-04 03:15:46
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RJ
RJ
Grand de writers, have been my first best writer here in good novel, I love you grand de writer. but am more In love with Avery {another chance to live}... love your novel very very much ......
2025-09-17 20:49:04
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52 Chapters
Chapter 1
Marrying a half dead man, it certainly wasn't part of Avery's plans for her life. But when fate had you locked, survival becomes more important than dreams. The wedding was held in Anthony’s private suite in the family estate. He lay motionless, dressed in a finely tailored suit, eyes closed, the very image of sleep but with none of its promise. “With the power bestowed upon me, I hereby pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss the groom" the priest said solemnly dragging Avery to reality, to the burning gaze of the people in the room. Mostly family members and friends who had come to witness the wedding. Avery leaned down and placed a soft, mechanical kiss on Anthony’s pale lips. He didn’t flinch. He didn’t move. He didn’t even know. The deed was done. Would she be happy in this marriage? Was she even making the right choice? Of course it was to save her mother's life so it was right. But then, it would cost her happiness, maybe for a short time but marrying a man in a pers
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Chapter 2
“Avery, like I said yesterday, I was us to discuss the future" Mrs Valerie began as she sat across from Avery on the long dining table, an elegant polished wood that could seat fifteen.Her hands folded on the table, her voice soft but firm.“I would be pleased if you could give Anthony a child….or two" Mrs Valerie sighed “We don't have much time and Anthony is not growing any younger, he needs an heir to carry on his legacy. I want to carry my grandchild before I leave this world." Avery just listened quietly, her eyes boring into Mrs Valerie's face. That hadn't been part of the agreement. She remembered every line of the contract, nothing about a child or an heir.“Mrs Valerie.” Avery called cautiously. "Carrying a child wasn't part of the contract" she stated.“I know,” Valerie admitted, her gaze steady. “I should have included it, but I was afraid you’d say no. So I waited. But I promise, this will be a fair arrangement. If you agree, I’ll have the lawyer draft an addendum. We c
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Chapter 3
If Avery was ovulating, they would go on with the insemination but if she wasn't they would give her a shot to trigger the ovulation. When the insemination process was done, the doctors left. Avery stood quietly by the bedside, her fingers gently resting on her stomach. So this was it. She was going to carry his child. She caressed her belly slowly, as the reality settled in. How would he react if he found out? About the marriage... about the pregnancy? "It's going to be fine dear," a soft voice cooed behind her. Startled, Avery turned to see Mrs. Valerie standing there. She held a soft gaze as she stared at Avery and her son. How long had she been there? Avery wondered. "I hope so," Avery whispered, trying to smile. Mrs. Valerie gave a knowing nod before quietly exiting the room. Left alone, Avery turned back to the man lying still on the bed. His chest rose and fell in a steady rhythm. Hesitantly, she placed a hand over his heart. It beat slowly. What if all he n
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Chapter 4
Avery stirred as she felt a dull, throbbing pain in her head. Her eyes fluttered open to a room, with artificial light brightening it. She blinked slowly, until her eyes got used to the brightness. Her hand brushed against something too cold. Her breath caught. She turned her head and saw her mother’s still body beside her, lifeless. In that moment, the memories surged in her head like a wave. Earlier That Day She had raced to Uncle Harris’s house as fast as she could. But she was too late. She arrived just in time to watch the remainder of life sip out of her mother. Her chest felt like it might explode. Grief heavy on her shoulders, and her stomach twisted. Now she had to plan a funeral, but how? The only money she had was the fifty thousand dollars she managed to save working as a waitress. Dragging herself upright, Avery reached for her phone and called the hospital. The ambulance arrived swiftly. Her mother’s body was taken away, wrapped and silent. Avery stood froz
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Chapter 5
"That bastard is awake." Lana told Smith, Anthony's half brother. "seriously, how was it even possible that he escaped that plane crash alive?" Smith asked with a frown. "Father died but he didn't, how? how did he survive it, now he's awake" "Maybe we just have to end his life with our bare hands" Lana said as she plopped down on the bed. "I have to find a way to get my hands on the Hartford's fortune." Smith gritted, his hands folded in fists. "Imagine all the power we could wield if only we could get our hands on it." Lana smiled. "we have to step up our game" Smith began, his brows creased. "Now we have a new target, Avery." ****************. With a heavy lump in her chest, Avery stepped into the shower, letting the warm water stream down her tense body. Afterward, she changed into her evening dress, the fabric clinging tight to her skin. A soft knock sounded at her door. "Come in," she mumbled. Mrs. Meyer entered with a tray of food balanced carefully in her hands.
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Chapter 6
Avery dressed in an all black. She would invite the priest to perform the final rites then she would set out to find her father. As she walked out of the building, from the balcony above a pair of ocean blue eyes watched her with a frown. "Fish. Follow her and make sure you give me every detail about her whereabouts." He hung up the phone then placed it in his pockets. His eyes watched the small female figure until it disappeared into the horizon. "Just like a book, you never know what's going to happen next in life. The only thing that matters is how well we play our parts." The priest's began and Avery's mind drifted to her father.************ " Avery." He yelled that day "this is the second time in one week, two hundred thousand dollars, had just disappeared from the company's account" his voice was loud and it sent shivers down Avery's spine. " I didn't do it father, you have to believe me" Avery's vision blurred with tears. It wasn't the first time, not the second an
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Chapter 7
"What do you mean, 'she's gone'?" Her father's eyes widen. He had hoped to see her again, to hold her hands and tell her how much he regretted that day but now she's gone. It sounded like the end of his world. "She had an aortic dissection. I couldn't afford the medical bills on time. So..." Before Avery could finish, her father began coughing and choking. His breathing became faster and heavier. Yet it was as if he wasn't breathing. His body jerked up like he was convulsing. "Help!" Avery screamed at the top of her voice holding his shoulder. Victoria sprinted into the room. "He's dying!" Avery cried. What was happening to her father? Minutes ago she buried her mum and now her dad. Was she cursed or what? She couldn't cry. Victoria helped her carried him to the road where they caught a cab and headed to the hospital. Avery sat in the car, her hands trembled as she pressed them to her face, struggling to steady her breath. Her heart pounding. "I know we've not really b
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Chapter 8
That night, Anthony slept in the guest room. His stomach sank as he laid on the bed. Maybe he had been a bit too harsh. She just walked out on him, she didn't disrespect him. And he knew very well that she was grieving. She had just lost her mum and her dad was in the hospital. That explained her behavior. He knew all these but he still decided to punish her. Doesn't that make me a monster? He thought. No, she deserves it, after everything she had done. She broke his heart more times than he could remember. And not once had she stopped to consider how it affected him. So if she was hurting now, it was just karma catching up to her.He closed his eyes and let sleep take over him. The sun light seeped into the room through the curtains. Casting soft golden lines through the curtain. Anthony stirred as his eyes slowly opened. The first thing that crossed his mind was Avery. His heart sank. Was she okay? Was she crying by now or not? Punishing her felt like he was punishing himsel
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Chapter 9
The doctors reluctantly discharged Mrs Valerie. They warned her it was too soon and she needed more rest but she insisted on leaving and the doctors didn't have a choice.Mrs Valerie stole glances at Anthony as she sat beside her in the car. "Anthony, what did the doctors say? When will you be able to stand again?" Mrs Valerie asked gently. "If I take my rejuvenation seriously, I should be able to walk within months." Anthony explained staring out the window.His mind was elsewhere." That's good news." Mrs Valerie gushed. "Maybe I and Avery could accompany you to therapy next time"When he heard her name, something deep inside of him sank. He inhaled slowly, the weight of emotion pressing down on him.He never cared before. Never hesitated to punish anyone who crossed him. But Avery… she was different, and it unsettled him."Whatever mum." He muttered in a flat tone.Mrs Valerie got the message. He didn't want to discuss further. She sighed clasping her hand on her thigh and sta
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Chapter 10
The day had passed in a blur, and Avery had finally recovered. That night, Anthony shared the master bedroom with her, but he lay with his back turned. Avery didn’t dare let her body touch his.As morning broke, she stretched and sat up. Today, she planned to visit her father.After a quick shower, she slipped out quietly.The moment the door shut behind her, Anthony, who had been pretending to sleep, sat up and grabbed his phone.“Fish,” he said, his voice rough but calm, “give me every detail about her whereabouts today. Keep me updated daily.” Then he ended the call.As the cab pulled away, a black car with tinted windows followed closely behind. Fish was on the trail.When Avery arrived at the hospital, she was told her father had been discharged the day before.Her heart leapt with joy. She exhaled deeply, her face lighting up. He’s alive. I didn’t lose him.As she exited the hospital, a strange feeling crept over her. The hairs on the back of her neck stood. She felt like she wa
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