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Once enemies, now lovers, Rowan and Emma face new challenges as a couple: an heiress fiancée who'll stop at nothing to win Rowan over, an overbearing mother obsessed with the status quo, and Emma's own fears that she'll never fit into Rowan's world. Emma used to believe their hard-won love could triumph over their differences... but what if leaving Rowan is the right choice?

Yeon-Woo, the heir of the organization Sipgangpa, disguises herself as a boy to infiltrate an all-boys school and eliminate the heir of the rival organization Makgangpa. However, as she catches the attention of a handsome trio, romance begins to blossom in her used-to-be noir life. One of the three is apparaently the heir of Makgangpa—will Yeon-Woo be able to complete her mission without falling in love?

I, the Black Dragon King, had just returned from slaying a god when my own brother betrayed me. My soul barely escaped into a dragon egg, only to be summoned and turned into a little lizard. As if that weren't enough, the woman who formed a contract with me immediately commanded me to swallow her necklace. I incinerated it with a single blast of dragon fire. From there, I rose back to power—one-shotting bosses, transforming into a half-dragon, and taking down everyone in my way.

Based on the bestselling novel by Cora Reilly! Trapped in an arranged marriage to the cold and dangerously seductive heir of the New York mafia, LUCA, 18yo sheltered mafia princess from Chicago, ARIA must decide if surrendering her body—and maybe her heart—to a man born of violence is her greatest betrayal or her only chance at survival.

Hannah gave up everything for her fiancé, only to be brutally betrayed and abandoned in the States. Desperate to stay, she flash-married Alex, the "street thug" she accidentally saved with a single kiss during his escape. Passion ignites as Alex shields her from her vengeful ex and every threat. As their new life unfolds, Hannah starts to realize Alex might be more than just a street stranger...

Maya Hayes is a straight-A student with one goal: study hard, escape her violent father, and never look back. But when she stumbles into a tattoo parlor — fleeing a beating — she comes face-to-face with Oakridge High's resident rebel, Jude Sinclair. Soon, the well-behaved scholar and the rich kid with a broken past are thrown together as desk mates. Late nights turn into shared secrets. Insults give way to understanding. Bit by bit, they begin to see through each other's armor — and find something real underneath. Together, they make a pact: break free, fight back, and burn down everything that tries to keep them down.

Single mom Maria escapes abuse and fights to protect her daughter, Judy. From factory struggles to elite schools, she faces enemies, family betrayal, and unexpected love. When billionaire Levi enters her life, everything changes...

Arianna dies a tragic death on the day of her graduation, while Derek, the driver's son, takes all the spotlight on stage. She gave him everything—her car, her credit card, even her father’s company—only to be used and discarded. While he spoiled Ivy like a princess, he treated Arianna like a servant. Only in death does she realize that Hayden, the billionaire’s heir - had been waiting for her all along. Now, fate gives her a second chance to make things right.

Violet, desperate to pay for her father’s surgery, decides to sell her virginity, but the good doctor she calls is determined to pull her back from the edge. However, as the two share a heated, unforgettable night, Dax finds himself hooked on Violet, despite thinking she’s just another gold-digger. When their darkest secrets are laid bare, will their fragile connection survive?

Carson, the last heir of the Imperial Ascendant Lineage, is betrayed and forced to self-destruct by the Three Supreme Lords. Reborn at 20 with his memories intact, he vows revenge. With the help of Victor Yates and his family, Carson exposes his manipulative ex, crushes arrogant elites, and defeats Grandmaster Cyrus. Rising to power, he becomes the most feared figure in Newhaven, ready to claim his rightful place at the top.