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Flash Marriage To My Best Friend's Father
I was once the heiress to the Solomon empire, but after it crumbled, I became the "charity case" ward of the wealthy Hyde family. For years, I lived in their shadows, clinging to the promise that Anson Hyde would always be my protector. That promise shattered when Anson walked into the ballroom with Claudine Chapman on his arm. Claudine was the girl who had spent years making my life a living hell, and now Anson was announcing their engagement to the world. The humiliation was instant. Guests sneered at my cheap dress, and a waiter intentionally sloshed champagne over me, knowing I was a nobody. Anson didn't even look my way; he was too busy whispering possessively to his new fiancée. I was a ghost in my own home, watching my protector celebrate with my tormentor. The betrayal burned. I realized I wasn't a ward; I was a pawn Anson had kept on a shelf until he found a better trade. I had no money, no allies, and a legal trust fund that Anson controlled with a flick of his wrist. Fleeing to the library, I stumbled into Dallas Koch-a titan of industry and my best friend's father. He was a wall of cold, absolute power that even the Hydes feared. "Marry me," I blurted out, desperate to find a shield Anson couldn't climb. Dallas didn't laugh. He pulled out a marriage agreement and a heavy fountain pen. "Sign," he commanded, his voice a low rumble. "But if you walk out that door with me, you never go back." I signed my name, trading my life for the only man dangerous enough to keep me safe."Hmm..." Sadie Hudson murmured in a gentle whisper, her eyes fluttering open into a drowsy blur, only to be met with the intense gaze of another pair of eyes.
Her husband, Noah Wall, had quietly returned, his presence subtly marked by the faint aroma of alcohol.
He sealed their reunion with a kiss that was unyieldingly dominant, compelling her into a reluctant acquiescence.
A wave of unease surged through Sadie's chest, and reflexively, she attempted to withdraw.
"Stay still." Noah's voice rumbled, deep and seductive, tinged with a compelling charm that was hard to resist.
For a moment, Sadie's body tensed, caught in a struggle between resistance and submission.
Today was significant—their second anniversary—and she was determined not to spoil the celebratory spirit.
With a sigh, she closed her eyes, allowing herself to melt into his embrace.
The robust scent of his cologne masked the alcohol, swirling around her and piercing her heart with its potent allure.
Noah's eyes darkened with desire as he observed her yielding, his actions becoming bolder and less restrained.
Just as Sadie was about to regain her composure, she gasped softly, her plea laced with a tender fragility. "Please, not too harsh... because I..."
She couldn't complete her revelation of being pregnant. The sharp ring of a phone sliced through the thick tension, abruptly severing the intimate moment between them.
Noah's eyes, still ablaze with longing, flickered as he caught sight of the caller ID.
He got up and began to dress, his movements betraying none of the fervor that had engulfed him just moments before.
"Are you heading out?" Sadie inquired, her voice tinged with a mix of confusion and concern as she tightened the grip on her nightgown.
"Yeah," Noah answered, his tone breezy and dismissive, as if evading further inquiry.
"But..."
"Go back to sleep," he interjected smoothly, his voice soft yet detached. He leaned forward, his lips briefly caressing her forehead in a fleeting, tender gesture.
Without a single backward glance, he strode out of the room.
Sadie's eyes lingered on the empty doorway, her heart sinking slowly.
She convinced herself it had to be an emergency at work.
Understanding was essential; any sign of displeasure could drive him further away.
After all, she had loved Noah for over a decade, and becoming his wife was a dream realized. She could hardly expect more.
With a sigh, Sadie quickly freshened up and returned to bed, her hand resting gently on her belly, a hopeful smile playing at the corners of her mouth.
"Sweetheart, Daddy didn't mean to leave us by ourselves. Please, don't hold it against him, alright?"
No sooner had she uttered these words than her phone buzzed with an unexpected news alert, startling her.
"Wall Group CEO Spotted at the Airport Late at Night, Allegedly Picking up Mysterious Girlfriend."
The photo that accompanied the headline captured Noah at the airport's private terminal entrance, clad in a black suit. He stood with impeccable posture, exuding an undeniable aura of authority.
His eyes conveyed a softness, a tender warmth that Sadie had never observed before.
Shock flashed across Sadie's face as her heart thudded painfully in her chest, the sharp sensation nearly stealing her breath.
It took a considerable effort for her to regain her composure. Clutching onto a sliver of hope, she clicked on the article, her fingers quivering.
As she had feared, a familiar face filled the screen—Kyla Wade.
The woman Noah had seemingly been unable to forget was evidently back in his life.
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Between Ruin And Resolve: My Ex-Husband's Regret
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went un/0/59178/coverorgin.jpg?v=209109d051553347f6308919b134d1b5&imageMogr2/format/webp)
His regret: Can't win me back
"It's getting hot in here, don't you think?" I shudder as my clit becomes wet with his smooth voice. I melt away in his arms. He kisses me with a passion I've never felt before, and I moan into his mouth, lost in the moment until I sense him kicking open a door. I realize we're in a room. He contin/0/18476/coverorgin.jpg?v=d92550a12753688f74bce14acb540d5d&imageMogr2/format/webp)
The Closer I Get to You
Yana is a young and strong girl. She tries all means to get money for her brother’s surgery. She sells herself to the handsome and rich playboy Albert for three months because he promises to give her 100 million. However, three months later, her brother dies of a heart attack, Albert also leaves her/0/19380/coverorgin.jpg?v=77b686fe7947059e5b63b651bb4037f1&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Let's Get A Divorce, Mr. CEO
Linda finally married the man she had a secret crush on for ten years. However, she was just a substitute bride for her twin sister. Unfortunately, he found it out on their wedding night. Since then, there was only torment in her marriage. His hatred against her consumed her love for him day by day./0/18053/coverorgin.jpg?v=ea9b2867f96103440869e2773e59247e&imageMogr2/format/webp)
His Rose
Abused. Tortured. Forced. Who would have known that she is worth a million dollars? Elia Dominic Morello, an experienced killer and also professionally known as someone who is in the Mafia. His dark stormy eyes have saw violence, his tanned rough hands have done violence an/0/21534/coverorgin.jpg?v=22c1c90d4e00bd7e6ecf689c81043322&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Begin Again
Eden McBride spent her whole life colouring within the lines. But when her fiancé dumps her one month before their wedding, Eden is done following the rules. A hot rebound is just what the doctor recommends for her broken heart. No, not really. But it's what Eden needs. Liam Anderson, the heir to th/0/78663/coverorgin.jpg?v=b705411c5144e51405caa1dd738aa5d2&imageMogr2/format/webp)
The Humble Ex-wife Is Now A Brilliant Tycoon
For three quiet, patient years, Christina kept house, only to be coldly discarded by the man she once trusted. Instead, he paraded a new lover, making her the punchline of every town joke. Liberated, she honed her long-ignored gifts, astonishing the town with triumph after gleaming triumph. Upon/0/18623/coverorgin.jpg?v=3450a60433e05136701430e344ca57c1&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Ex-wife's Temptation
Anne followed a certain contract: she would get married to Kevin and give birth to his child by the end of the year. Otherwise, she would lose it all. However, it was easier said than done. Faced with humiliation day by day, she had run out of patience. This time, she didn't want to give in. On/0/18423/coverorgin.jpg?v=5ebaa63cce995eaf4e27521973ddc56d&imageMogr2/format/webp)
How To Seduce A Billionaire
Working for the CEO of Cavendish Enterprises requires tremendous patience and time. Damon Cavendish was a demanding boss who expects Nikki at his beck and call, twenty-four-seven. For him, she was just an emotional human being. But while her boss was the kind of man who would exasperate her, his br/0/23539/coverorgin.jpg?v=0ac0ae2ad89b96d61213bdeb1c0b2a19&imageMogr2/format/webp)
