Late Stage Capitalism

After my husband's death, I long for him so much that it becomes a mental condition. To put me out of my misery, my in-laws order a custom-made robot to be my companion. But I'm only more sorrowed when I see the robot's face—it's exactly like my late husband's. Everything changes when I accidentally unlock the robot's hidden functions. Late at night, 008 kneels before my bed and asks, "Do you need my third form of service, my mistress?"

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?

"I welcome the bride and groom onto the stage!" A pastor said on the mic when the guest and the family members started clapping their hands while welcoming our beautiful couples. Julian grabbed Merry's wrist when she shared a look with him with a smile on his lips. Both of the couples are the center of attention in the hallway—they start walking on the stage while waving their hands at guests. Merry looked at her family members. The family members are smiling at her, but there is a mask behind those smiling faces. They are the monsters in the human-form, she knew very well. "Smile as you can because now the bad time has started for all of you—you people will cry day and night. "I am going to take everything from you guys!" Merry YELLED IN MIND while passing a fake smile to her members. Merry's parents have been separated by her own family. She has been far from her father for decades and missed the love. Merry came to take revenge on her family. "Now, the bride and groom can kiss each other!" The pastor said this after completing the rituals. Merry turned to Julian while biting her lips to kiss him. She was so shy, but Julian stepped close and didn't hesitate to kiss her on the lips. Her eyes widened as soon as his lips touched hers—his lips were so warm, and her body shivered to the spine, making her eyes close in response. This story is not just about revenge but also about a beautiful love story.

The cold breeze blew past me and I shivered as goosebumps began to grow on my skin. I didn't know what time it was, but I knew it was too late. Too late to turn back, too late to go back to the hospital... Too late to go back to him...... ***************** Come here!" I jerked up abruptly at the sound of my fathers voice. With a shaking body, I made my way slowly to him, praying to God to save me. "D-daddy, please, I'm weak, see my body is shaking. I'm very tired, please daddy..." A loud slap landed on my face making me fall to the ground. "Did I ask you to talk? Worthless child, just like your mother. I should have thrown you out or killed you a long time ago." He shouted at my almost unconscious body on the floor. .............. Elizabeth has been molested times without number by her own father at a young age. And when it's time to get married, she finds it hard to trust men.

Primrose Lavine, a talented actress, had always sworn off commitment and reveled in one-night adventures. But her resolve crumbled when she fell head over heels for Ian Letran which became her first ever love. However, her world shattered when she uncovered a devastating secret of her lover. No longer content to be ‘the pursued’, she resolved to become the seductress instead. Her plan: to ensnare, driving Ian to the brink of obsession. Primrose was ready to take center stage in a bold, dramatic twist of her own making. However, a perfectly planned revenge was ruined when Primrose's high school friend Miguel was involved in a crime.

Elaine Jackson chanced upon a wounded stranger late one night near the dumpster, she took him to the clinic with the help of one of the residents, only to realize that the handsome stranger remembers nothing but his name when he opened his eyes. Carlos was ambushed late at night, he was lucky enough to escape with his life but when he woke up, he found himself in a strange town and a nice, beautiful woman beside him. Will he overcome his fear of not knowing his pursuers and trust her with his name? Will he abandon his fear and chase after a new feeling? Find out in Secret: A Country Romance.

Si Camilla Lopez ay isang bread winner ng pamilya, siya ang nagpapa-aral sa kaniyang nakababatang kapatid. At the same time isa siyang secretary ng binatang si Akihiro Smith. Isang araw, nalaman na lamang niya na binenta siya ng kaniyang madrasta sa isang baklang nagre-recuit ng mga dalaga at pinilit siyang isama sa isang pribadong lugar. Ng nasa stage na si Camilla upang ibenta na sa mga customer ay wala siyang magawa kundi ang tumayo sa gitna ng stage habang naghihintay kung sino ang bibili sa kaniya. Akala niya ay ang makakabili sa kaniya ay ang isang matandang lalaki, ngunit nagulat na lamang siya ng biglang sumulpot ang boss niya sa kung saan. At binili siya nito sa halagang sampung milyong piso. Akala ni Camilla ay walang kapalit ang pagtulong ng boss niya sa kaniya. Ngunit nagulat siya ng sabihin ni Akihiro Smith sa kaniya na kailangan niyang bayaran ang sampung milyong piso. Ng sabihin ng dalaga na hindi niya kayang bayaran ang sampung milyong piso. Inalok siya ni Akihiro Smith na maging Sex Slave nito. “Be my Sex Slave.” —Akhiro Smith said. Papayag kaya si Camilla Lopez sa inaalok ng kaniyang boss? Ano kaya ang naghihintay kay Camilla once na tanggapin nito ang hinihinging kapalit ng binata?

The doctors said it was over—stage four, nothing left to fight. I had three days, max. I signed the organ donor papers myself. If I was gonna die, at least someone else could get a second shot. Told my family I was sick. But my so-called sister—the doctor—shrugged it off like I was making it up. She convinced them I was losing it, not dying. My parents and fiancé fell for it. Handed me over like she was some hero. She wasn't. She pushed me closer to the end. And when I finally died, the same people who wouldn't listen cried like they hadn't let it happen.

Jonathan Albertson, a single father who happens to own a multi-billion Dollar company in the United States of America, goes to a private school one late afternoon to pick his son up. He came late due to heavy traffic, and finally sees his son saying goodbye to his favorite teacher. He soon finds out that the teacher his son has been telling him about, months ago, was his ex girlfriend whom he loved and still loves so much. Will these ex lovers go back to each other's arms after all? Read the story and find out.

Nico Moretti is on a mission to destroy the DeLuca family for their betrayal, but his plans take an unexpected turn when he meets Sophia Ivanova. A powerful woman with her own vendetta, she believes the DeLucas killed her parents—until she learns the true mastermind was Damian Volkov’s father. As they uncover a hidden syndicate, The Revenant’s Hand, manipulating their families, trust and desire grow between them. When Nico is nearly killed, Sophia must choose between revenge or saving the man she loves. Together, they take down the DeLucas, but the war isn’t over. Nico’s sister, Caterina, reveals a deeper conspiracy, setting the stage for the next battle.