Daniel Hall is a pretentious, work-obsessed, and exasperating billionaire, who happens to be my boss. He's unbearable. And yet, he's the father of my child. Working for Daniel is a nightmare. Despite his striking looks and immense wealth, he seems to have a personal vendetta against me, bombarding me with last-minute tasks and weekend work, ruining all my plans. I've been counting down to leave as soon as my two-year contract is up and I receive my signing bonus. But after an exceptionally terrible day, a breakup over text, and my computer crashing, I reach my limit. So, at the stroke of midnight on Friday, I storm into Daniel’s office, ready to unleash my pent-up frustrations. Except, things don’t go as planned. AT ALL. Catching your incredibly attractive boss in a compromising situation, especially when he's calling out your name, can throw off even the most determined. And the result? I'm now expecting his child. He proposes marriage as a solution, thinking it's the honorable thing to do. But marrying him? That’s definitely not in my plans.
No one knows the criteria for selecting new members to the board of Simmons Banking and Holding, but there are persistent rumors about a mysterious initiation rite. It is said that one woman and nine men vanish into a boardroom for this purpose. This time, the woman chosen for this secretive process is Samantha. The Simmons family, known for owning the eighth largest bank in the world and having substantial influence over their town, including the mortgage on her parents’ mansion, now seems to have set their sights on her. Aiden Simmons, known for his charm, seduction, and ruthlessness, and most notably his deceptive nature, has caught her attention. Despite her body responding with intense desire under his intense scrutiny, she resolutely denies herself any enjoyment in it. Faced with a dire need to save her family, she is prepared to strike a deal with what she perceives as the devil, offering herself to the Simmons. However, she is adamant that while they might claim her in some ways, Aiden Simmons will never possess her heart.
Scarlett Butler and her sister, Emmeline, attend a party at the Bell estate. Scarlett, the introverted sister, feels out of place but agrees to support Emmeline's potential match with Gideon Bell. While seeking solace in a library, Scarlett is watched by someone until she meets Gideon. They have a tense conversation, playfully argue over a book, and Scarlett tries to seduce him. Gideon challenges her claim of being a virgin and they engage in sexual activity in the library. Scarlett is conflicted but ultimately agrees to his demands.
Eulalia, once a free and vibrant soul, now finds herself imprisoned and devoid of all memory. Time passes, and a burning desire for revenge against the Four Horsemen consumes her. Finally released, she is tasked with finding and destroying them. Returning to the city, Eulalia is determined to fulfill her goal, even at the risk of her own life.
Jocelyn From a young age, I knew fairy godmothers were pure fiction. Growing up in foster care teaches you that fast. I'm clawing my way through night school, building my own business without relying on anyone, thank you very much. But when my deadbeat ex pulls off identity theft, racking up an insurmountable debt in my name, my so-called fairy godmother emerges—a feisty septuagenarian armed with Fireball whisky. Her solution for my mess? Marry a brooding jock in a kilt, whose legs rock a skirt better than mine ever could. Matthew I never dreamed of being a place-kicker in a pro football team. Fate just took the reins. Banished from Scotland ten years back, now I'm this athletic sensation, labeled as the 'Man with the Million Dollar Leg' across the league. But when some bureaucratic mess-up jeopardizes my stay before the season kick-starts, I'll go to any lengths to dodge deportation and confront my biggest blunder. Even if it means tying the knot with a lass—pink hair and all—with eyes that seem to pry into everything I'm set on concealing.
Walter "If she spends every night in my bed, she'll inevitably develop feelings for me... and it'll get awkward when I have to eliminate her." She's my ultimate failure. The name that torments me incessantly. My concealed shame. And when I had the chance to abduct her from her wedding, nothing could deter me. She's mine. I could claim her life, body, or heart if I so desired. But my brothers doubt me. So, when they challenge me to make the little principessa fall for me, I accept without hesitation. And when she lays bare her soul, pleading, I'll crush it mercilessly. I'm setting up the Calabresis like falling dominoes. And she'll be the initial tumble. Ava He's my dark nightmare. My sworn enemy in blood. My unyielding craving. Our destinies entwined the night he attempted my demise, and now he's returned to obliterate me once and for all. It's always been our clan against theirs—the Calabresis versus the Romeros. This city belongs to us, but they swore to seize it. When they couldn't, they snatched me instead. Now I'm shackled by the cruelest of them all—the man who once sought to choke the life out of me. But I won't succumb to him. I've grown older, fiercer, and sprouted claws of my own. Walter believes he can hold me captive, but he'll soon regret inviting a dormant tiger into his lair.
Emily, having signed a contract with the demon Arthur, wakes up in his realm, stripped of her clothes and surrounded by luxury. Arthur reveals his true form and explains that she will be auctioned off as part of his plan. Emily focuses on practical concerns, ensuring the safety of her belongings and dressing herself in an extravagant gown. Despite her fear, she finds solace in action and prepares to face her uncertain future with resilience.