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Nora Harrison thought she killed mafia boss Luca Moretti. But he survives and resurfaces as a billionaire investor, trapping her in his world and forces Nora into a dangerous game: become his woman or lose everything she loves.

Harrison hits rock bottom after a betrayal by his own stepfamily. He deliberately goes to prison to gather evidence of his stepfamily’s crimes. After his release, a sudden marriage ties his fate to Sophia, and the two are quickly pushed to the margins, facing humiliation, poverty, and open scorn from those in power. As Sophia chases a chance at a new future, Harrison is repeatedly branded as a ex convict—until a single moment inside the Maple Group building signals that everything they believed about him may be wrong.

Given a second chance at life, orphan sisters Ivy and Poppy return to the day of their adoption. Remembering her tragic past, Poppy maliciously chooses the impoverished Jones family, believing playing the "poor girl" is the secret to winning the wealthy Lockwood heir's heart. Forced into the toxic Lockwood household, Ivy refuses to be a victim again. While Poppy relies on deception and manipulation to steal the life she covets, Ivy focuses on true independence, standing up to her bullies, and forging her own path. Reborn, I Gifted Her My Hell is a gripping tale of resilience, self-reliance, and breaking toxic cycles.

When the Blaires turn Elena, the black sheep of the family, into a scapegoat to cover for their adoptive daughter's crimes, she is sent to a reform school to be tortured. Three years later, on the eve of her release, Elena just wants a fresh start—but her evil family has other plans.

In the Solis Empire, locked in eternal winter, only a marriage between a princess of pure royal blood and the Abyss Dragon can bring back the warmth of the sun. Princess Diana grew up happy alongside her three brothers — until Lorelei arrived. Using a stolen Dragon's scale, Lorelei seized all of Diana's love and standing. Deceived, the three brothers cast Diana aside — even offering her as a sacrifice to slay the dragon. Only after the dragon took Diana away did the truth emerge. By then, it was too late.

Based on the novel by Sarah Brianne. Elle's life is turned upside down when Nero, the untouchable bad boy, swoops in to save her from her school bully. One smile from him makes every girl swoon, Elle couldn't believe he wants her. Gazing into his eyes, she wonders if this notorious bad boy could be trusted... How was she to know that she was just a part of Nero's mission, as the heir to a Mafia Empire? As for Nero, he has somehow fallen head over heels for this girl who has no idea the danger she was in.

Vicious is inspired by the novel by L.J. Shen. After Vicious bullies Emilia out of town, he reappears years later with an offer she can’t refuse: A job that could keep her afloat. But Vicious is haunted by a past of abuse, and trusting him could drag Emilia back into the world that once broke her... Can she let herself fall for him?

After her Moonshadow Pack was slaughtered by rogues, Arya, the werewolf warrior, hides her immense power to honor her mother's dying wish. She marries Alpha Micah, and hides her strength. But then, Alpha Micah breaks his vows and returns from war with a new mate, Vera, and demands that Arya share her Luna title with her. Faced with Vera, Micah, and his family's cruelty, Arya can no longer bear it. She leaves Micah and unleashes the immense power of the White Wolf, reclaiming what is hers with the help of Lowe, the Lycan King. After separating from Micah, Arya discoveres that Vera not only stole Micah from her, but is also the traitor who slaughtered her parents and the Moonshadow Pack. Arya rushes to the battlefield to face her betrayers, and in the process, finds love in Lowe, the Lycan King.

Best friends Ella and Leah married the Harper brothers, firefighter Charles and doctor Noah. On their third anniversary, Charles’s first love locks Ella inside a burning room. When Ella begs Charles for help, he brushes her off to find his ex's cat. Leah rushes in to rescue Ella and calls Noah to save Ella and her baby, but is met with mockery. Heartbroken and betrayed after years of miserable marriages, the best friends decide to file for divorce from the Harper brothers together.

Adult toy designer Holly is forced to sign a contract marriage with arms dealer Derek after her company’s cash flow collapses. What begins as a simple exchange of interests spirals out of control as they move in together and face escalating crises. Derek is cold, dominant, and in total control, yet he begins to waver in the face of Holly’s resilience and kindness. Holly appears soft on the surface, but she grows stronger with every scheme, betrayal, and wound, learning to fight back. Caught between desire and genuine emotion, they move from using each other to saving each other, confirming their feelings through danger and misunderstanding, and ultimately breaking the contract to choose real love.

Wolfless Omega Lyra has always been called the unwanted runt. But she never thought that during this year's summer, when she moved back into the house of the alpha that she's secretly had a crush on for a long time, Alpha Damon-- he would also be her best friend's dad! At home, she can't hold back her long accumulated desires anymore-- they explode out. She fantasizes about Alpha Damon taking her virginity, dreaming about him, even while she knows that an Alpha like Damon would never fall in love with an omega like her. Moreover, Damon is her dad's best friend! When they finally have a forbidden touch, the truth slowly comes out.... could it be... that they're fated mates?

After his girlfriend dumps him, Eric, a luxury brand CEO with X-ray vision, uses his powers and confidence to bring down arrogant global influencer bullies, all while winning the heart of his high school's most popular girl.

Based on the novel by Monica Murphy. At an elite prep school ruled by legacy and power, Whit Lancaster is untouchable—dangerous, ruthless, and irresistibly magnetic. Then, a quiet outsider crashes into his path, and is faced with a dark bargain: Let him destroy her in private… or risk being ruined in public. In a game of power, desire, and secrets—who will break first?

Plus-size figure skater Skylar Carter hates the arrogant hockey team captain, Mason Reed, with good reason. When Skylar’s prank against the team leaves Mason injured, she’s forced to be his assistant or risk losing her own sports future. Forced together, their rivalry turns into undeniable chemistry. But after the school announces only one program will survive to next season, Skylar and Mason may be falling for the one person whose victory could destroy their dreams.

Natalie's conniving grandmother and sister marry her off to a rural farmer, Rhett. He's a single father, looking after a mute daughter, Ellie. Natalie's presence isn't taken kindly, as she is shunned by Ellie and the woman next door. Over time, she learns the woman next door is actually abusing Ellie. She develops a bond with Ellie, which deepens when Ellie speaks up for the first time to save her. But as Natalie starts settling in, new troubles arise. Ellie is bullied at school, and Natalie gets tangled in conflicts involving both her old and new families. She vows to protect the hard-won love and family she's built.

Abandoned by their parents, the Blackwood sisters, Catherine and Grace, grew up with only each other to rely on. As adults, both built successful lives. But at Grace’s engagement party, Catherine shows up straight from an undercover mission, still dressed as a janitor, and becomes the target of ridicule from Grace's in-laws and former classmates. When her sister is betrayed and humiliated by her fiancé, Catherine reveals her true identity as the Warlord Queen, and makes everyone regret underestimating them.

On mating night, Charlie is claimed by the Alpha and his Beta. By morning, she's publicly declared "unsatisfactory" and replaced. But when she discovers she can hear their private mind-link—and their chosen mate can't—the question becomes: if she was never meant for them, why is she the only one who feels the bond?

Inspired by the novel by Tijan. After a devastating senior year of high school, Kennedy made two rules for herself. 1. No one will know she's related to her brother and 2. She will never fall for another one of her brother's rivals. When Shay Coleman barges into her life with his irritating and irresistable charm, she's treatened to break both of them...

To forgive Piper's family debt, she's promised to marry one of the Bellfort brothers. Will she choose the star lacrosse player Drew? Or the handsome loner Noah? How can she decide when she has a connection with both?

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...