marriage first, love second

Even the coldest heart would soon grow warm if she kept holding on to it. That was what she believed. That was why she became his unloved placeholder of a wife. Unfortunately, all her devotion only led to a heartless divorce. “She’s awake now,” he told her. “Step down and step away, you miserable knock-off.”Then, he left. When he came back, it was because he needed her to do something only an impostor could do: go to jail for his dream girl’s crime. Deirdre McKinnon was condemned to perdition. She lost her baby before it was born. She lost her face to violence. She lost the ability to see. It was two months of a hell-like nightmare. At last, something died inside her heart. Two years later, she found herself another man, but when Brendan Brighthall met her by pure happenstance, a new feeling was born in his heart: jealousy. There were no means too terrible, no scheme too underhanded—not if it meant he’d possess Deirdre’s heart again. And yet, she simply refused to love him anymore.“What do you want me to do, Deirdre McKinnon?! What must I do to go back to the good old days?” His eyes turned red. “I’ll give you everything I have!”“You gave me a copper trinket two years ago. It was a sorry excuse for a wedding ring, and yet I cared for it as though it was the most precious jewel in the world…“But now? Nothing you can give would be even remotely worthwhile. Not even you.”

Peter Campbell, a brilliant young man from a humble background, secures a scholarship to the exclusive Berrocks University, typically reserved for the elite. His dreams of bringing honor to his family are overshadowed when he falls in love with Angelica Richards, a beautiful girl from a wealthy family. Their relationship faces numerous obstacles, but how many daggers would they endure all because of Love.

Angry at his father, Travis Danforth left his father's house and inheritance to live a low profile on his own. For ten years, he lived as a poor and wretched person, he fell in love with Joanna Bloom and they got married. He was humiliated and insulted by his wife's family who were against their relationship. And by every other suitor she has had. His daughter got sick and his wife started becoming fed up with him. Seeing he needed help, his dad sent his trusted person to persuade him to accept his inheritance. Without choice, he did it to save his daughter's life. But his marriage was on the rocks since his wife began to misbehave. She didn't want to suffer with him anymore.

🏆No. 1 [AN INTRIGUE READ] In ["Leap To The Top"] contest🏆 After facing termination from his job and finding himself homeless, Richard Forger is confronted with dire circumstances. However, amidst his struggles, a glimmer of hope emerges when he seizes a unique opportunity to marry into the affluent lineage of the Roxburgh city. Yet, Richard's newfound status as the son-in-law of a prestigious family comes with its own set of challenges. He finds himself subjected to mistreatment and bullying within his new familial environment. As he grapples with his predicament, Richard is faced with a pivotal decision: Will he choose to remain silent and endure the injustices he faces, or will he unveil his true identity?

When I woke up with a hangover, I found a handsome and naked stranger sleeping beside me. --- I’m Tanya, a surrogate’s daughter, an omega with no wolf and no scent. On my 18th birthday, when I planned to give my virginity to my boyfriend, I found him sleeping with my sister. I went to the bar to get drunk, and accidentally had a one-night stand with the handsome stranger. I thought he was just an ordinary werewolf, but they said he was Marco, the alpha prince and the most powerful Lycan in our kingdom. ‘You slut, you’re pregnant! Fortunately, Rick is kind enough to let you be his mistress and save you from shame.’ my stepmother said, tossing a pregnancy strip on the table. Rick was an old pervert. No she-wolf could keep up with his sexual demand. No she-wolf could survive with him more than 1 year. When I was in despair, Marco came to my rescue. He got down on one knee, took out a ring and said he would marry me. --- I thought Marco married me because he loved me, but later I found that was not the truth…

After three years of marriage and endless support, Ashton Levin finally helped the love of his life, Alora Latham, become the president of her company. However, all he got in return was divorce papers. Who would actually be the one to regret getting a divorce?

Donald, a poor boy in a forbidden love with Sandra from a rich home. At some points, he lost hope of being with Sandra considering the fact that he cannot contend with Mrs Susan and Alex the rich guy. How did Donald and Sandra fell in love? What uniqueness does Donald have in the class? Was Mrs Susan able to stop the two lovers? What is the fate of Mrs Susan? Did the love end in fulfilment?

After marrying 'into' the Cochan family, Conor's life hit rock bottom, especially after the mysterious death of his mother. He had tried his best, but things didn't get any better. Instead, ironically, his mother-in-law started looking eagerly for a new son-in-law for his wife, Jessica. There was no hope for Conor to turn the tables, it seemed, until one day — Conor's 25th birthday when a lawyer knocked at the door and a long forgotten heirloom from his mother. Something that will change his life forever and start him on the path to glory. Book 2 is now available! My other books include Civilian Dragon Lord, Valkyrie Black, and The Huntress - Luna Eileen. Just search my Author Name to find. some might be under Meganovel or goodnovel but are searchable on both. I own the copyrights to this cover, including all layers and parts

Jonathan Wang was a young man from distant lands who ventured to the city of Elite Summit to forge his own destiny. After years of ceaseless toil and dedication, he successfully established a business empire valued in the multi-millions of dollars. Following his triumphant rise, he united in matrimony with one Orla William. Before long, however, his brother-in-law, Harding William, conspired to enact a most unsavory plot involving Adela Kyle - the youngest heiress of a wealthy family. Yet, rather than act upon his own malevolent intentions, he administered an aphrodisiac, leading Jonathan to share the bed with Adela unwittingly. Consequently, Jonathan was wrongfully sentenced to over six and a half years of incarceration on charges of rape. Upon his release, he discovered a truth that cut him to the quick: his child had been sold to the Thomas family by Orla, his wife, who harbored intentions of betrothing another man. This time, emerging from the cold confines of the prison, Jonathan returned with an unshakeable resolve to reclaim what was his and bring the William family to heel, along with the Thomas family, and indeed any house that dared oppose him. For he was now the reigning lord of Top-Sky House: the most formidable alliance in all spheres of commerce, military, and healthcare. He stood unchallenged at the helm, a titan fearing no one!

Andrew has been on the battlefield for eight years defending the kingdom from an empire that refused to leave them alone. Finally, a ceasefire was reached. Returning to a land he has not seen in many years, can he make it a home again? Will those he fought for accept him in their communities? or will Andrew turn the land he fought for into a battlefield of its own? Book 1 is now complete. Be sure to check out my other series "Rejected Billionaire", "Valkyrie Black", and "The Huntress - Luna Eileen" available now!!