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"Till death do us part... or until she fakes it." Adrian Cole thought he knew the woman he married. Thought they were struggling together, dreaming together-until her car exploded on a rainy Tuesday morning and her ashes were returned in a sealed urn. But grief turns to suspicion when a mysterious bank transaction, a misfiled dental record, and a haunting whisper of perfume send Adrian down a dark path of doubt. And then he sees her-alive. Smiling. Draped on the arm of Damien Wolfe, the billionaire tech mogul who collects secrets like currency and hides danger behind his designer suits. Now, Adrian is on a mission not just for truth, but for survival. As he races to uncover why Vivian faked her death and what Wolfe is really hiding, he's pulled into a web of betrayal, luxury, lies-and a love story twisted beyond recognition. Was it love that made her run, or something far more sinister? In a world where loyalty is bought and lives are disposable, one man will risk everything to expose the lie that destroyed his marriage-and almost ended his life.

What if the man who married your sister was the key to a secret that could bring down an empire? When Alora discovers her sister's husband is not only a fraud but a central figure in the global art crime syndicate run by the powerful Ashcombe family, her world erupts into a dangerous game of lies, betrayal, and buried truths. Alongside her fearless sister Faye, she races against time-through burning warehouses, forgotten archives, and haunted family legacies-to expose the truth Vivienne Ashcombe died to reveal. But when a second damning reel surfaces and the Ashcombes unleash Protocol Vesper-a covert system designed to destroy lives and erase digital footprints-the sisters realize this isn't just a story of stolen art... it's a war for identity, legacy, and survival. In a world where beauty masks corruption and bloodlines conceal betrayal, the truth may be the deadliest weapon of all.

How do you survive a marriage built on secrets-when the deadliest lies are the ones you both agreed to keep? Jonathan Hartley was a man bound by legacy, law, and a love he buried years ago. Vanessa Rowe was the woman he left behind... but never escaped. When a forged prenup, a powerful ex, and a suspicious death throw them into the center of a legal and emotional firestorm, the contract that ended their marriage may be the only thing that can save them-or destroy them all over again. As the rain-soaked streets of Chicago reveal truths more dangerous than betrayal, Jonathan and Vanessa must confront a tangled past of corporate corruption, political ambition, and a passion that never died. But when enemies close in and allies turn dark, the question isn't just who killed Darren Hayes. It's: What were they really protecting? In a city of power plays and payback, The Contract We Never Honored is a breathtaking romantic thriller about love, law, and the fine line between justice and vengeance.

Born under a cursed moon and denied her shift, Elara has lived her life in the shadows-an outcast among wolves, feared by her village, and haunted by the mystery of her missing mother. But everything changes on the night of the blood moon, when a forbidden journey into the forest awakens a power buried deep within her-and draws the attention of a dangerous Alpha with secrets of his own. As ancient forces stir and hunters close in, Elara must choose: remain the obedient girl she was told to be, or embrace the monstrous truth of who she really is. Because she isn't just a werewolf. She is the heir to a forgotten bloodline-one destined to challenge the throne of the moon itself. In a world where loyalty is tested, love is forbidden, and legends come alive, Elara's awakening could either save the packs... or destroy them all. Some bloodlines were meant to stay buried. Hers was meant to rise.

Maia grew up a pampered heiress-until the real daughter returned and framed her, sending Maia to prison with help from her fiancé and family. Four years later, free and married to Chris, a notorious outcast, everyone assumed Maia was finished. They soon discovered she was secretly a famed jeweler, elite hacker, celebrity chef, and top game designer. As her former family begged for help, Chris smiled calmly. "Honey, let's go home." Only then did Maia realize her "useless" husband was a legendary tycoon who'd adored her from the start.

The whispers said that out of bitter jealousy, Hadley shoved Eric's beloved down the stairs, robbing the unborn child of life. To avenge, Eric forced Hadley abroad and completely cut her off. Years later, she reemerged, and they felt like strangers. When they met again, she was the nightclub's star, with men ready to pay fortunes just to glimpse her elusive performance. Unable to contain himself, Eric blocked her path, asking, "Is this truly how you earn a living now? Why not come back to me?" Hadley's lips curved faintly. "If you’re eager to see me, you’d better join the queue, darling."

Elliana, the unfavored "ugly duckling" of her family, was humiliated by her stepsister, Paige, who everyone admired. Paige, engaged to the CEO Cole, was the perfect woman-until Cole married Elliana on the day of the wedding. Shocked, everyone wondered why he chose the "ugly" woman. As they waited for her to be cast aside, Elliana stunned everyone by revealing her true identity: a miracle healer, financial mogul, appraisal prodigy, and AI genius. When her mistreatment became known, Cole revealed Elliana's stunning, makeup-free photo, sending shockwaves through the media. "My wife doesn't need anyone's approval."

Corinne devoted three years of her life to her boyfriend, only for it to all go to waste. He saw her as nothing more than a country bumpkin and left her at the altar to be with his true love. After getting jilted, Corinne reclaimed her identity as the granddaughter of the town's richest man, inherited a billion-dollar fortune, and ultimately rose to the top. But her success attracted the envy of others, and people constantly tried to bring her down. As she dealt with these troublemakers one by one, Mr. Hopkins, notorious for his ruthlessness, stood by and cheered her on. "Way to go, honey!"

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 unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"

Brenna lived with her adoptive parents for twenty years, enduring their exploitation. When their real daughter appeared, they sent Brenna back to her true parents, thinking they were broke. In reality, her birth parents belonged to a top circle that her adoptive family could never reach. Hoping Brenna would fail, they gasped at her status: a global finance expert, a gifted engineer, the fastest racer... Was there any end to the identities she kept hidden? After her fiancé ended their engagement, Brenna met his twin brother. Unexpectedly, her ex-fiancé showed up, confessing his love...

Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."

After hiding her true identity throughout her three-year marriage to Colton, Allison had committed wholeheartedly, only to find herself neglected and pushed toward divorce. Disheartened, she set out to rediscover her true self-a talented perfumer, the mastermind of a famous intelligence agency, and the heir to a secret hacker network. Realizing his mistakes, Colton expressed his regret. "I know I messed up. Please, give me another chance." Yet, Kellan, a once-disabled tycoon, stood up from his wheelchair, took Allison's hand, and scoffed dismissively, "You think she'll take you back? Dream on."

It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”

For ten years, Daniela showered her ex-husband with unwavering devotion, only to discover she was just his biggest joke. Feeling humiliated yet determined, she finally divorced him. Three months later, Daniela returned in grand style. She was now the hidden CEO of a leading brand, a sought-after designer, and a wealthy mining mogul—her success unveiled at her triumphant comeback. Her ex-husband’s entire family rushed over, desperate to beg for forgiveness and plead for another chance. Yet Daniela, now cherished by the famed Mr. Phillips, regarded them with icy disdain. "I’m out of your league."