LOGINAdrian is a cold and ruthless billionaire who's fueled by vengeance, while Irma was thrown into a marriage she never asked for. Trapped in Adrian's thirst for revenge, will she survive this? Will Adrian's heart ever soften? Or will his desire for Vengeance consume them both?
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In a well decorated big bedroom,he sat down, placed his right leg on his left leg, his dark gaze, hollow eyes could send shivers down a spine. And his cold gaze was a definition of his mood. Adrian Blackwood, the CEO of Blackwood's Enterprises. He's one of the richest billionaires in London. A billionaire whose name commanded boardrooms, silenced rivals and seduced headlines. The one person Adrian detests the most is his father. He blamed him for his mother's death which he vowed to avenge the murderer no matter what. The only proposal he wants to offer any family is a marriage proposal to the daughter of the man responsible for his mom's death. His father dropped the file on the table in front of him. "This is the last time I am arranging a marriage for you, hate me or not I don't care, you'll either get married or remain single for the rest of your life"Kenzie yelled at him. "Have you lost it, the last time I checked this is my bedroom not yours so get out!"Adrian retorted, his voice was calm but cold and chilly at the same time. Kenzie wasn't surprised with his rude and arrogant behaviour, afterall his son hates him. "I know what's best for you so get married to this girl.... "Just like you knew the best for my mom, seventeen years ago. Don't think I care about you, don't be silly and know that you're nothing to me"Adrian spattered,he hates his father so much, his mere sight enrages him. Kenzie sighed. ********** Hearing about the marriage proposal, Rosy refused, her daughter is just twenty years old and marriage isn't the best thing for her at the moment. "No Leo,my daughter is too young, you can't accept such a proposal"Rosy pleaded. "Shut your mouth,as long as I am still the boss of this house, I'll make the decision. Females are weak... "No dad, we aren't weak, when will you let go of that statement "Irma cut him off, she emerged downstairs freely. Her mini tight gown brought out all her shape and curves,her face is a perfect blend of striking features that makes her stunning and ravishing. "What can you do? nothing, it's not your fault, your useless mother refused to give me a son,so you expect me to watch you be the CEO of my company"Leonardo said and laughed. Irma maintained a straight face, she wasn't surprised,her father doesn't like female children at all. "Girls will always end up in the kitchen so why waste my money and make you the CEO of my company"Leonardo said and chuckled bitterly. Rosy stood grounded in front of him, staring at him with tears in her eyes. "Oh,Mr Wilson, we're not hungry for that position,so keep it to yourself,my sister won't be getting married to anyone"That tiny voice came from the youngest daughter in the family. Tamara, she's the crazy type and doesn't give a damn about her father. "Not only did you teach my daughters to be rude... "No dad, thanks to you. I know how to yell so don't blame her. All my life I have seen a billionaire as a cheerful giver but you're just a stingy rich man"Tamara cut in sharply, she pulled her mother behind her and faced him. He glared daggers at her. "Mara, he's your dad,"Rosy said and she rolled her eyes. "You better talk to your daughter, she's marrying Adrian Blackwood, whether she wants it or not"Leonardo warned, he took a last glance at Irma before walking out, his guards trailing behind him. Irma breathed out,her tears lingering in her eyes. "Mom,I am scared, what if dad tries to hurt you?"Irma burst into tears. "No, just don't agree to this marriage, your dad is only pushing you"Rosy wiped her tears and she nodded. "Sissy,be a woman and stop worrying,that man is a coward,he has to face me first before touching mom"Tamara said. "Quiet and go to college "Rosy scolded. "Fine"Tamara groaned and walked out. *** **** **** *** The next day, Irma rubbed her lips together staring at the marriage certificate on her desk in her room. Finally she agreed to her father's condition in exchange for treating her mother nicely. "Irma, please think about it before signing anything "Rosy said. "No,mom,all my life I have watched dad yell at you because of us, doing this is a piece of cake "Irma said with a hidden emotion. "For the love of God sissy,stop this emotional shit, you know nothing about this man and you want to marry him just because dad wants it, please don't sign this "Tamara pleaded. "You love Erick, getting married I'm gonna break his heart "Rosy muttered. Erick is her boyfriend but she broke up with him for the sake of this marriage proposal. "Mom,we broke up, don't worry,no matter how difficult a situation is, there's always a solution, whether Adrian treats me well or not, I'll always make myself happy"Irma said in a cracked voice. She's not happy with the proposal but she just wanna stop all this, maybe her mom doesn't know,her father is dangerous. Thinking about what he'll do makes her worry for her mother. "Sissy don't do this "Tamara knelt down in front of her but she took the pen and signed the papers. Which means she's officially married to Adrian Blackwood. "Ma'am the car is waiting outside" The driver informed me. Rosy broke down in tears, she watched as her daughter emerged from the room. Tamara bit her lips torturously and pulled her mother in her arms. "You're safe," Leonard smirked as he entered the room. "Screw you, Leonardo." Tamara snorted. "Heavens will judge you, bastard!" Rosy shouted at him in tears. Leonardo straightened his tie and breathed out. Finally he's free from Adrian,he has his daughter,he should do whatever he likes with her,at least he's free from him. *ADRIAN'S ISLAND* Finally, the driver drove inside the big mansion,a serene environment,so inviting and enchanting, the mansion smells of wealth. She held her breath as she got down from the car, the guards bowed in greeting. Irma looked around absentmindedly, she looked up to see Adrian standing in the balcony, she quickly composed herself. The maids led her to her room,so beautiful, she loved everything instantly. "Ma'am, the boss asked you to wear this and meet him in his room"A maid said, giving her a transparent red nightie. "What!"She gasped in shock, just like that, it's nearly twenty four hours. "I'll take my leave"The maid bowed and turned to leave but she held her back. "What's your name?"She asked. "Tina,I am your personal maid,"Tina said and walked out. She gulped, not even for once as she ever thought he would ask for this, it's so soon. Anyway, she would just wear it and tell him she's not ready yet. *ADRIAN'S BEDROOM* Adrian sat on a couch beside the table lamp, toying with the switch. He stopped when he heard footsteps and the scent in the room. "Come here"He ordered. "Listen, I think we should get to know each other first"She said, almost stuttering because of his dark gaze. He slowly walked to her, softly he gripped her neck before tightening his grip. Her eyes widened up in shock, she started struggling for breath. "You're... hurting..."She coughed out struggling, the more she struggled the tight his grip became.The morning sun was soft, spilling golden light through the wide windows of the bridal suite. A gentle breeze carried the scent of fresh roses from the garden below, the same garden where, in a few hours, Irma would say “I do”.The room was alive with quiet chatter and nervous laughter. Dresses hung neatly, curling irons buzzed, and the faint hum of a love song floated through the speakers.Irma sat before the mirror, her heart pounding softly against her ribs. Her reflection staring back, she saw a woman wrapped in satin and lace, her hair pinned into soft curls, her eyes glistening with unspoken emotion.Rosy, her mother, stood behind her, adjusting the veil with trembling hands. “You look so much like me on my wedding day,” she said with a shaky laugh. “It’s just that…your groom actually loves you.”Irma turned slightly, smiling through the tears already forming in her mother’s eyes. “Mom…”Rosy cupped her daughter’s face from behind, her voice thick with pride. “I’m just so hap
(TWO YEARS LATER)Adrian drove smoothly into the company’s parking lot, the black car gliding to a stop with quiet precision. He had just returned from a month-long business trip in Dubai, and the exhaustion showed beneath his sharp composure.He was tired, but he could manage anyway.The moment he stepped out, his bodyguards lined up neatly, waiting for his command. One immediately collected his suitcase, while his personal assistant took his jacket. Adrian slid his hands into his pockets, his every step exuding authority as he made his way inside the building.He was supposed to head home straight, but there was something he needed to discuss with Noir first.“The boss is back,” a few staff whispered as he passed. Heads turned, and murmurs rippled through the hallway like a wave of awe and nervousness.Meanwhile, inside Noir’s office, the atmosphere was far from professional. Noir was on the couch with Luna, both lost in each other’s arms.His hands slipped under her blouse as the k
"A deadly one?" Irma’s voice came out in a trembling whisper, barely audible against the soft hum of the night breeze. She blinked rapidly, her mind struggling to process his words. Her throat tightened, and her heart began to race.Adrian turned his gaze away, staring down the quiet street as if the ground could swallow up the truth he’d just confessed. “Don’t start, Irma,” he said gently. “I didn’t want to tell you because I already knew your reaction.”Irma’s lips parted in disbelief. “My reaction?” she echoed softly, her voice shaking. “Adrian, what do you expect my reaction to be? Do you think I’m supposed to smile and thank you for telling me you have something deadly?” Her tone rose slightly, not in anger, but in panic. “You’re talking about your life…about you! How could you keep something like that from me?”He exhaled slowly, rubbing the back of his neck. “Because I didn’t want to see you cry. Because I know how you are, Irma. You’ll overthink, lose sleep, stop eating, an
After leaving the hospital, Adrian walked around the car and opened the door for her. Irma smiled softly before sliding into the seat. He closed the door gently, then walked to the driver’s side and got in as well.Without a word, he leaned toward her, pulled the seatbelt across her, and clicked it into place. Then he did his own too.Irma’s lips curled into a teasing smile. “Any special occasion?” she asked suspiciously.He chuckled and shook his head. “No, can’t I give my wife that special treatment?”She shrugged, still smiling. “Of course, you can. Anyway, I’m hungry, drive fast.”“You eat too much,” he teased.She frowned immediately, her brows pulling together.“Hey, I was just kidding,” he said quickly, laughing softly. “You can eat as much as you want. In fact, you can do whatever you want.”“Good. Now, give me your phone,” she demanded, stretching out her hand.He passed it to her obediently, his eyes glancing at her every few seconds as he drove.She opened TikTok, scrol
Adrian pulled her closer, holding her like he was afraid she’d slip away if he loosened his grip even for a second.Irma smiled softly against his chest. It was still strange to think how it all began, a forced marriage, a deal between two stubborn people who could barely stand each other. And yet here she was, tangled in his arms, completely and hopelessly stuck with him, in the best way possible.He pressed a kiss to her shoulder, and she let out a quiet chuckle, resting her head on his bare chest as his heartbeat thudded beneath her ear.“We should do this more often,” Adrian whispered, voice husky. “It’s good for our health.”“Don’t be silly,” she giggled, lightly slapping his chest.“Don’t worry,” he said with a teasing grin, “I have a big di—”“Adrian, stop!” She cut him off with a grin, clapping a hand over his mouth. He only laughed, his eyes glinting with mischief.“Tell me something,” he murmured after a moment, his tone suddenly turning serious.She raised a brow, sitting
The car screeched to a halt at the emergency entrance. Before the tires had fully stopped, Jace was out, yanking the back door open. Nurses on duty spotted them instantly and rushed forward with a gurney.“Call the doctor!” one of the nurses shouted, already checking Rosy’s vitals.“Please, help her!” Tamara sobbed, stumbling after the stretcher as they wheeled her mother through the sliding glass doors. Jace followed close, his tall frame tense, his chest heaving as if he could barely breathe himself.“Family?” the doctor demanded quickly as they pushed Rosy down the hallway.“Her daughter,” Tamara choked out, her hands shaking as she kept pace. “Please...please save her.”The medical team swept Rosy into the emergency room, the doors swinging shut in Tamara’s face. The sudden barrier felt like a wall of ice. She slapped her hands against it, tears spilling down her cheeks. Jace caught her shoulders before she collapsed completely.“She’ll be okay,” he said firmly, though his voice t






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