Desperate Measures Manhwa

Scarlett, a determined writer, gets a job at the city's largest entertainment company, hoping to free her family from the grip of poverty. But her dreams take an unexpected turn when her path crosses Cade, her rude and seductive boss. Desperate to become CEO, Cade proposes a deal: financial assistance for Scarlett's family in exchange for a contract marriage. Torn between her hatred for Cade and her family's dire needs, Scarlett faces the test of her values. Will she compromise her principles for the sake of those she loves? Or will she find a way to loosen this tangled web of ambition, power, and unexpected attraction? Characterization

In a desperate bid to save her father from a terminal illness, Jia enters an auction to fund experimental treatment. Wealthy CEO Luke unexpectedly buys her freedom, setting off a chain of events. Tragedy strikes on their wedding day, erasing Jia's memories. Years later, their paths cross again as Luke's company acquires hers. Jia, now engaged to another, remains oblivious to their shared past. Luke faces the dilemma of revealing their history or letting her find happiness. Through acts of kindness, he hopes to jog her memory and revive their lost love. Will the truth destroy their rediscovered connection or lead to the happy ending they deserve?

(Gideon Vesarius' Story) At the age of nineteen, Lyzza joined an auction to sell her body out of desperate need. Whoever has the highest bid will get her virginity. And it happened to be Gideon Vesarius, the bad-ass ex-military, multi-billionaire. He had her, then left her life. She thought it would be forever. Four years later, when she was about to be an intern at a large airline company, she did not expect that the man who owned her virginity also owned the company. He found her secret, and their three-year old daughter. Will he take the kid away? Or… he gave her another choice - marry him!

When traumatized and desperate Calla Moreno accepts a job as a live-in maid at a billionaire’s secluded mansion, she expects silence, routine, and a safe place to hide. What she finds is Ronan Vexley—cold, dominant, and hiding darker secrets than she ever imagined. As twisted affections grow between them, and his charming but dangerous brother Dominic begins circling her like prey, Calla is pulled into a web of lies, obsession, and deadly truths. Trapped in a house that watches her, haunted by her past, and caught between two powerful men, Calla must decide who to trust—before the mansion buries her secrets too.

Lily Gray, a woman admired for her perfection, faced a devastating blow when she discovered that her boyfriend had cheated on her. Compounding this emotional turmoil, her family’s company wavered on the brink of bankruptcy. In a desperate bid to save their livelihood, Lily made a bold decision to marry Mykel Frost, her boyfriend's formidable rival. This unexpected alliance set the stage for a complex and tumultuous journey, as Lily navigated the intricacies of love, rivalry, and business. As she strived to restore financial stability and heal her wounded heart, Lily would stop herself from falling in love with her revenge partner. Would she succeed, though?

Olivia has spent her entire life in Bremia avoiding the war and dreaming of a life away from conflict. She reads of times when fighting is not commonplace and wars not a constant. The country of Bremia has been plagued with war for decades with no peace in sight. One day, she finds herself in the midst of an attack with bullets flying and explosions crumbling the walls of the city. In a desperate attempt to save her sister from an oncoming attack, she throws herself at the mercy of the warrior. She finds herself staring at a man whose very existence will change her fate forever. Will the forces of evil keep them apart, or will the forbidden love find a way?

Desperate of reimbursement, Raffy immediately took the chance came to her to work abroad. She successfully completed the exact amount she needed to meet her large debt by switching her career. As she return home, with her money and guts, she's ready to face the person whom she really hates. But, will she succeed in her plan of retaliating him? Or. She will fail both in pretending and lying and still end up loving him again for the second time around, albeit the fact that she knows him as a man of three fears? ⚠️ WARNING this story may contains scenes that may not suitable for below 18

Scarlett Griffin’s life was perfect—until one night changed everything. Humiliated, heartbroken, and pregnant, she walked away from her husband, billionaire Elijah Griffin, leaving behind her dreams and her home. Two years later, Scarlett returns—strong, independent, and determined to protect her son and her future. But Elijah is back too, desperate to reclaim the woman he let go. With a scheming mother, a dangerous ex-lover, and secrets that could destroy them both, Scarlett and Elijah must navigate lies, jealousy, and temptation. Can their love survive the past—or has betrayal left scars too deep to heal?

Amelia was always the outcast, mocked for her size and ignored by everyone but Dylan Thane, the only light in her dark school life. She fell for him, of course. Who wouldn’t? But her heart shattered when Dylan, her best friend, seemed to fall for the very bully who made her life miserable. Desperate to be seen, Amelia struck a deal with a mysterious old woman for the perfect body. The new Amelia turned heads but not Dylan’s. Because he had always loved her as she was… and had never betrayed her. Now, the true cost of beauty is coming due and it’s more than she bargained for.

Velia Angelica Howell experienced a 180-degree life change in just one short night after the engagement party. A tragic accident turned laughter into tears. Losing her parents, there was no happiness left. She remained alone, struggling for the sake of her fiancé who fell into a coma. Misfortunes did not stop. Termination, eviction, and the terror of loan sharks made life even more difficult. Velia became desperate until one offer came. Not only could she return to work, but she would also gain something more. However, in exchange, she had to surrender herself into the grip of that man. Lucas Hernandez. * 1st book of seri 'The CEO'