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Philippe Bastien is the heir to one of the wealthiest conglomerates owned by Émile Bastien in Paris. He is used to having the world at his feet and people at his beck and call. Unknown to him, the source of his family's wealth is deeply tied to a society and to a clause that guides its members. It’s stated that as the heir, Philippe would have to marry one of the daughters of his father's business partners and fellow society members, in order to renew their partnership and in turn, preserve their wealth. Ava Dubois, the only daughter of an equally wealthy French businessman, Martin Dubois has always hated the life she was born into. The dislike for excesses, party lifestyle, and intrusion from the paparazzi has made her become a low-key person. She avoids anything that would bring her back to the spotlight so imagine her surprise when she's summoned to fulfill the marriage contract. Ava is irritated by Philippe's image and rich playboy persona but is obligated to marry him to please her father. When Philippe, who never goes for plain-looking ladies, meets Ava, he is taken aback by her simple appearance and wonders how she could be from such a family. Their personalities clash and it becomes clear that their marriage would be anything but rosy except they find a way out or magically fall in love with each other...

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After her mother's recent passing, she was forced into marriage but unexpectedly had a one-night stand with him. Seven years later, a young boy rushes up to him, shouting "Daddy!" He is confused, about to push the child away, when the boy's mother steps forward. He recognizes her as the woman from seven years ago...

Modern college student Grace Song wakes up as the villainous pregnant ex-wife in a period novel. The original Grace desperately wanted to marry into power, finally seducing William Hay into marriage. But when the Hay family was framed and sent to the countryside, she abandoned William and aborted their child, later suffering a tragic fate with an abusive husband.

Middle-aged and jobless, Jennifer loses both her pension and home to her greedy son and daughter-in-law. In a desperate attempt to turn things around, she joins a dating reality show, The Diamond Bachelor—only to meet the mysterious and charming Paul Marshall. Unbeknownst to her, Paul is a CEO hiding his true identity. Moved by Jennifer’s kindness and independence, he proposes, and they marry in a whirlwind romance. But to protect Jennifer, who despises lies and deceit, Paul and his stepdaughter Emma keep their wealthy background a secret. Together, they fiercely shield Jennifer from those who wish her harm—including her own son. Through family conflicts and emotional twists, Jennifer eventually uncovers Paul’s real identity... and the shocking truth: Emma is her long-lost daughter. A dramatic journey leads to heartfelt reunion and healing.

She loves him for five years, believing her obedience could warm his cold heart. But when his fiancée returns, he dismisses her, unaware of her terminal illness. After she resigns herself to leave, he suddenly goes crazy, chasing after her desperately...

The daughter of the wealthiest family, hiding her identity, helped her boyfriend in the entertainment industry rise to stardom. However, after being scorned and divorced by the ungrateful man, she decided to take revenge by flash-marrying a random man. It turns out her new husband is the boss of the industry! Together, this power couple sets out to tear down her ex and expose the deceitful people around him.

Afraid to tell her family she's been dumped, Hillary hires an actor to play her fiancé during a four-day Thanksgiving weekend at her parents' house.

Lord Marshall Ethan Yates, disgraced by his fiancée Miranda Anderson, faces aristocratic conspiracies until billionaire heiress Melody Moore intervenes. When the Anderson family mocks his hidden power, Ethan unveils divine authority - crushing traitors with a black card and sword. Cornered by the Hawkins syndicate, he commands the Royal Guard, exposing his War God legacy as empires kneel.

Wendy Sully and her sister are set for an extraordinary double wedding—her sister to the cold and commanding head of the Foster family, and Wendy to his brother, a celebrated actor. But on the wedding night, somehow, Wendy walks into the wrong room!

Fred, a strong soldier, whose strength is so overwhelming that it drives his enemies to collapse, returns to the city after leaving the army. He finds a beautiful lady CEO to pretend to be a couple. And he will avenge his buddy Adrian.