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“Think about it," Trapping her between his arms and the chair, he continued. "I’m giving a once in a life time deal, Noelle,” Purposely, he leaned closer in a teasing manner and surprisingly, relished in the way Noelle shrank back. “Become my wife…be mine, and I’d give to you, whatsoever your heart desires. Money, fame, protection, you just name it and you’ll have it; Tesoro.” ~•~ Noelle is an ambitious, hardworking woman whose world crumbles when her long-term boyfriend, Jason, humiliates her by breaking up with her during their anniversary dinner. The reason? He’s found a new girlfriend, whose wealthier than she is. Heartbroken and crushed by the reality of her miserable life, Noelle drowns her sorrows at a nightclub, where she ends up sharing a night of passion with a mysterious stranger. She leaves the next morning, leaving behind only a note, assuming they’ll never cross paths again. When Noelle confides her heartbreak to her best friend, Elena, they investigate Ivette’s background and discover that her wealth stems from her uncle. With this knowledge comes about their ultimate revenge plan: seduce the powerful tycoon and teach Jason a lesson. But her plan takes an unexpected turn when she meets the infamous Wallace Castellano, who turns out to be the same man she had a one night stand with—and he’s far more than just a tycoon. As the head of Italy’s top Mafia organization, Wallace’s world is as seductive as it is treacherous. Drawn into his orbit, Noelle finds herself navigating a web of power, danger, and undeniable passion. But revenge has its price, and as secrets unravel and enemies close in, Noelle must decide: is she willing to risk her heart—and her life—for a man who could destroy her?

Claire Blake, 23, works double shifts at a café to cover her mother's medical bills and her brilliant sister Clara's college tuition. Her life is a careful sacrifice - no room for dreams, only survival. Then she accidentally spills coffee on Damian Cole, billionaire CEO and the city's most eligible bachelor. Instead of anger, he's kind. Days later, his assistant calls with an impossible offer: pretend to be his girlfriend for six months. His family won't stop pressuring him to marry, and his manipulative ex-fiancée Caroline refuses to accept they're over. In exchange: $10,000 monthly, her mother's medical expenses covered, and a completion bonus that would transform her family's life. Claire knows it's crazy - she doesn't belong in his world of charity galas and high society. But the money would solve every problem. So she signs the contract and steps into a glittering world where everything feels like pretend. Except it doesn't stay pretend. Damian isn't the cold CEO she expected. He remembers her coffee order, values her opinions, treats her family with genuine warmth. His careful respect comes from protecting his sister from abuse - he's not controlling, he's considerate. As Claire navigates his world, the performance becomes real. When he kisses her, he confesses: "This stopped being fake for me weeks ago." But Caroline launches a media campaign suggesting their relationship is paid - uncomfortably close to the truth. With headlines dissecting Claire's background and questioning whether she "belongs," they must choose transparency over hiding. Can a love that started as a contract become real enough to survive the spotlight?

Note: This is the second book in the "Are You Our Daddy?" series but can also be read as a standalone.   “Please don’t do this. You know I have nowhere to go, don’t you? Please, I still love you. All you’re being told is false. Listen, I am going to tell you the whole truth now. I was actually the one who... who...”   “Look, Salindra,” James cuts in quickly.   “No, James.” Isabella continues. “Please let me speak, you’re going to want to hear this. My name is not even…”   “Salindra!” James shouts.   “I get you. I know you must be all spiked up and all. But it is you who really need to listen to me. Look, I... I never loved you,” he blurts out, swallowing hard.   ~~~   Isabella Harrington, under her father's command, pretends to be poor to test her husband's genuine love. After falling in love at first sight with James Collins, she marries him, hiding her true identity as a billionaire heiress. On their second anniversary, eager to reveal her family background, she instead discovers his infidelity, and she’s confronted with a divorce letter, forced by James’ family to sign.   Homeless and heartbroken, she returns to her family, where they welcome her with open arms.   Michael Howard, who had secretly admired Isabella from afar even before her marriage, is forced into an arranged marriage by his family, just when Isabella got divorced. James, the ex-husband, crosses paths with Isabella again, not as a nobody, but as the chairman of the hospital where he works and also as the renowned phantom medic. Can Isabella reclaim her life and find true happiness with Michael, or will the shadows of her past continue to haunt her?  

Trevor Macall ruled Dominant High School he was Feared, Respected and Untouchable Alongside his closest allies, Noah and Rolex, they are known as the he Dominanters They owned the school, not by force alone, but by reputation By power. No one knew where Trevor came from. No one knew who he truly was and that was exactly how he wanted it. His luxury cars, designer clothes, private clubs, and penthouse life painted the picture of a privileged background—but Trevor’s past was a locked door and anyone who tried to open it learned quickly to back away. Until Claudia Jackson arrived Stubborn, Unbending and Untamed She wasn’t part of his world She wasn’t impressed by his power, and she wasn’t afraid of his darkness Claudia came to Dominant High with her own scars, her own complicated past—and crossing paths with Trevor Macall was never part of her plan But Trevor saw her and once he did, there was no turning back. She awakened something dangerous in him—desire, obsession, protectiveness he had never known. For the first time, Trevor broke his own rules For the first time he cared enough to risk everything. Slowly… carefully… he pulled Claudia into his world A world of shadows, secrets, and dark pleasures. As Trevor’s possessiveness tightened around her, Claudia began to understand the truth: bad boys don’t fall easily—but when they do, they fall hard. And they never let go. Enemies rise, Secrets unravel The past refuses to stay buried. But together, Trevor and Claudia are more than broken souls drawn to darkness—they are unstoppable. This is a story of obsession, danger, and a love powerful enough to survive the dark. Enter the world of Trevor Macall and discover what happens when a bad boy falls in love.

In my third year of covert work along the border for Alpha Cole Grayson, the chairman of the Alliance, I was urgently summoned back to my pack by my mother. Apparently, my mom has used the pack's benefits as leverage to pick out a powerful mate for me. All the she-wolves envy me. After all, my mate is Alpha Leo Wagner of the Moon pack. He's the most outstanding werewolf among his peers, be it his identity, social standing, or capabilities. When Alpha Cole receives the news, he has a tiara custom-made before having it delivered to the venue where the marking ceremony will be held. "Thank you for your contributions to the Alliance over the past three years. I hope you'll live a happy life from now on." These are the words Alpha Cole left me with before leaving. But when I arrive at the Moon pack, I find out that Leo's secretary, Aria Thornwell, has worn the tiara. I berate her angrily, "That's the tiara representing the Luna's status! Give it back to me!" But Aria merely polishes the tiara on her head. She shows no intention of wanting to remove it. "What do you mean 'yours'? This is my tiara! Leo has already ordered me to attend the marking ceremony as your representative! "You're just a lowly she-wolf from a backwater pack, after all! You'll only humiliate everyone by attending such a grand ceremony!" I huff coldly before tearing the tiara off Aria's head. With her screams serving as the background ambience, I use my mind-link to contact Leo on the spot. "You'd better give me a reasonable explanation right now. Otherwise, I don't mind stripping the Alpha title off you."

As soon as I come of age, I become the secret lover of Luciano Carlotta, the future Don of his family. The reason why I choose to be with him isn't to covet his money—it's because I love him. To me, he's my savior who has rescued me from my sad, tragic life as an orphan. He even tells me lovingly that it's not my fault that my parents don't want me, and that he will be the one loving me from now on. So, when Luciano wants me to give birth to his child, I say yes. But once the baby is born, I'm only allowed to visit him once per month. Luciano explains, "I'm the future Don, Rosanna. My family wants me to marry a woman of a similar background and social standing. They still find it difficult to accept you at the moment. I have to keep their opinions of you in mind. "Just wait for a little longer. Once I conquer the final turf and become the Don, I'll definitely marry you. Our son shall become my heir. Staying in the Carlotta family is the best option for him, you know." Naturally, I believe Luciano's excuses. On sleepless nights, I just stare at photos of him and our son as I shed tears quietly. One day, I receive great news from my best friend, Sofia Rossi. Apparently, she's about to get married. "Rosanna, I'm getting engaged! My fiance is very handsome, and he loves me with all his heart, too! You must attend my wedding when the time comes!" As I congratulate her, I tap on the photo that she's just sent me. But I find myself staring at Luciano's face instead.

Jerome tentu tak banyak mengambil tindakan karena ia sangat paham bagaimana resikonya dan apa yang akan terjadi jika hal itu dialami oleh sang kakak, ketika sebuah keputusan secara sepihak diambil, Jaeran tak mau membuat kesalahan dengan menjadikan adiknya dokter jaga yang menangani sang isteri. Namun karena keadaan mendesaknya akhirnya ia melakukan hal gila itu, dirasa Rosa sudah lebih baik. Pemuda itu tak sungkan-sungkan menebar kemesraan dihadapan semua orang termaksud adiknya, ... lelaki itu bahkan mampu membuat yang lain merasa iri. Hari itu, hari peluncuran bukunya yang terbaru disaat keadaan terdesak seperti itu Jaeran pergi meninggalkan rumah dan tak kunjung kembali, semua masih terlihat sangat baik dimata Rosa. Maria datang kedalam kehidupan mereka bukan tanpa sengaja, rasa ketertarikan perempuan itu benar-benar diluar perkiraan dirinya. Berawal dari pertemuan tak sengaja mereka yang terjadi disebuah cafe dan itu cukup berkesan bagi perempuan itu, Jaeran yang tak pernah mau bermain dibelakang Rosa tidak sekali pun ada berniat mendua sang isteri. Itu yang membuat Maria merasa memiliki keinginan dalam sebuah hubungan. Namun semakin lama hubungan keduanya semakin dekat, ... dan lelaki itu tak ada maksud membuat sang isteri merasa sedih, Jerome yang jelas melihat kerengangan itu langsung manjadikan hal itu alasan untuk mendekati sang kakak ipar. Kabar kehamilan Rosa sudah menyebar keseluruh keluarga dan kerabatnya tak terkecuali, perempuan tersebut ingin mengatakannya secara jelas ketika hari jadi pernikahan mereka. Akan tetapi ada yang berniat merubah rencananya, ... tentu Maria tak akan tinggal diam saja saat mendengar kabar itu, wanita itu mencoba merubah semuanya dengan pikiran liciknya. Jerome yang mengetahui tak akan menyangka jika Jaeran bisa lebih memercayai orang lain daripada isterinya sendiri. Jaeran sangat mencintai Rosa terlihat dari sudut pandang teman-temannya yang melihat segimana bucinnya lelaki itu terhadap perempuan tersebut dan bagaimana cara lelaki itu bersikap ketika sedang bersama isterinya.

Adia dan Hanif memutuskan untuk menikah setelah menghabiskan 3 tahun masa pacaran. Satu tahun pertama masih terasa pasangan paling bahagia. Masih romantis. Masih perhatian. Saling mengabari. Masalah-masalah kecil seperti Hanif yang sering kelupaan naruh handuk di atas kasur, atau menarik baju sampai berantakan, bisa teratasi dengan mudah. Masalah kecil. Hingga suatu hari, kedunya dituntut sibuk oleh pekerjaan masing-masing. Yang membuat horor kali ini adalah ... pertanyaan kapan punya anak? Setiap Adia ikut acara keluarga, pertanyaan itu tidak berhenti dari mulut tante dan sepupu-sepupunya. Mereka bahkan menyaranan berbagai ramuan obat kuat. Memberikan wejangan macam-macam dan pertanyaan aneh-aneh seperti, "Adia jangan keseringan di atas, sesekali aja. Kasihan sperma Hanif muntah lagi ke bawah kalau posisinya kayak gitu terus. Emang sih, di atas enak. Tapi itu nantinya Hanif jadi malas gerak. Hanif juga harus aktif, Di." Adia menanggapi dengan memijit pelipis, pusing. Suatu hari kabar baik itu datang. Adia hamil. Hanif hanya tersenyum datar saat Adia menyodorkan tespek bergaris dua. Hanif menjadi lebih pendiam sejak saat itu, padahal semua keluarga begembira menyambut hadirnya si kecil. Pada suatu malam Adia mendengar sebuah tangisan pilu, ia memeriksa ruang demi ruang. Hanif, suaminya, sedang tersedu-sedu di atas sajadah. Bahunya bergetar. Tangisannya terdengar sedih sekali. Entah apa yang lelaki itu ceritakan pada Tuhan. Setelah tangis Hanif reda, Adia berinisiatif membawakan teh, mengelus bahunya dan mempertanyakan kenapa. Kejujuran Hanif membuat tercengang. Ternyata lelaki itu punya trauma mendalam di masa kecil, itu sebabnya ia tidak berkeinginan mempunyai anak. Namun, Tuhan berkehendak lain. Tuhan menitipkan ruh di rahim Adia. Adia shock. Ia menangis sejadi-jadinya. Adia bingung, apa yang harus dilakukan pada bayinya nanti? Adia tidak ingin anak ini lahir seperti tidak diinginkan. Hanif meminta Adia membantunya melupakan trauma itu. Pelan-pelan, perlahan. Hanif tidak merasakan sakit lagi saat mengingat ayah yang menyiksa ibu dan adiknya.

Sandra baru saja menikmati malam pertama semalam bersama suaminya Devano. Tiba-tiba pagi itu mereka kedatangan tamu seorang laki-laki bernama Dendi. Dendi adalah teman semasa kuliah Devano. Mereka seperti sahabat sejak dahulunya. Sandra begitu terkejut ketika ia bersalaman dengan teman suaminya itu. Dendi adalah masa lalu Sandra sekitar tiga tahun yang lalu. Hubungan mereka kandas karena Dendi dijodohkan oleh orang tuanya dengan seorang gadis yang bernama Andini. Karena patah hati dan malu Sandra merantau ke Jakarta lalu bekerja diperusahaan milik Devano. Devano jatuh cinta pada Sandra dan mengajak gadis itu menikah. Dendi sangat terkejut ketika Devano memperkenalkan Sandra sebagai istrinya. Sandra dan Dendi sama-sama gugup tapi mereka menutupi kegugupan itu didepan Devano. Kedatangan Dendi ke Jakarta bertujuan untuk meminta pekerjaan pada sahabat lamanya Devano. Devano memberikan jabatan sebagai salah satu manager di perusahaannya. Waktu berlalu, Sandra dan Dendi sering bertemu. Mereka masih merasakan getar cinta yang sama seperti dulu. Hingga pada suatu malam Dendi dan Sandra tidak bisa mengendalikan diri hingga melakukan hubungan suami istri. Orang tua Devano selalu mendesak Devano agar segera memiliki anak. Ia sudah tidak sabar ingin menimang cucu. Sudah tiga bulan perkawinan Devano dan Sandra tapi belum juga nmenunjukkan tanda-tanda Sandra hamil. Hal itu membuat orang tua Devano marah dan menyuruh Devano mencari istri lain dan menceraikan Sandra. Secara diam-diam Devano memeriksakan dirinya ke dokter. Dokter memberi tahu bahwa dirinya tidak mungkin memiliki anak karena mandul. Devano sedih menerima kenyataan ini. Ia tidak mau menceritakan semua itu pada siapapun. Pada suatu hari Sandra memberi tahu Devano bahwa dirinya sudah terlambat bulan. Dalam hati Devano merasa heran mengapa Sandra bisa hamil sedangkan ia sudah tahu kalau dirinya mandul. Karena penasaran , suatu malam Devano sengaja mengintip istrinya itu. Ia berpura-pura pergi keluar kota untuk urusan kerja. Alangkah terkejutnya Devano menyaksikan perselingkuhan Sandra dengan Dendi sahabatnya sendiri.

Gadis kecil itu hanya tergugu dalam isak tangisnya yang dari tadi tidak bisa berhenti, seorang laki-laki seumuran daddynya memeluknya. Tangannya membelai surai indah milik gadis cilik itu dengan lembut dan penuh kasih sayang, rambut indah sewarna dengan rambut indah mantan istrinya. Rambut ikal berwarna brunnete yang panjangnya sepinggang gadis cilik tersebut. “Sttt... sayang, sudah ya nangisnya... Papa Aby jadi ikut sedih nih.” Akhirnya Pria paruh baya itu merayu gadis kecil itu supaya berhenti menangis. Karena saat ini mereka sudah jadi pusat perhatian orang orang yang berada di bandara JFK saat ini. “Pa... kenapa sih nggak ada yang percaya sama Cia, kenapa mereka lebih percaya sama kak Angel. Bukan aku yang nusuk Kak Rora, sungguh pa...aku sayang sama kak Rora, bagaimana aku sanggup menyakitinya?” isaknya lagi. Allicia Abigail Klein Aku Angela Jennar, anak satu satunya dari Jessica Jennar. Sejak mommyku meninggal, dihatiku hanya ada dendam buat orang orang yang sudah menyakiti mommyku. cita-citaku hanyalah membuat mereka semua dan keluarganya menderita seperti yang aku dan mommyku rasakan. Dan kesempatanku semakin terbuka lebar karena keluarga itu malah mengangkatku sebagai putri mereka, mereka sangat baik padaku, bahkan mereka merawatku dengan penuh kasih sayang layaknya putri mereka sendiri, mereka membiayai pengobatanku dan membuatku sembuh dari penyakit yang kubawa sejak aku dalam kandungan mommy, aku tidak terlalu mengerti. Kebaikan mereka tak membuatku menyurutkan dendamku, bahkan aku semakin muak pada sikap munafik mereka. Akan kubuat kalian kehilangan kecintaan kalian berdua, anak anak kalian... Angela Jennar Aku kembali ke New york, demi menjemput gadisku, gadis kecilku yang bermata biru, aku jatuh cinta pertama kali dengannya. Seperti janjiku dulu setelah aku dewasa aku akan menemuinya kembali, tapi kesalah pahaman menghalagi hubungan kami, mampukah aku meluluhkan hatinya yang dilanda kecewa... Hei... gadis kecilku dengan mata yang mampu menghipnotisku... kau milikku... milik Marc!! Marcus Dexter.