Synopsis: In the shimmering city of The Golden Bridge, Liam Morgan reigns as a powerful and ruthless CEO, a far cry from the quiet, brilliant boy who once endured relentless torment in high school. When Hazel Whitmore-the once-charismatic queen bee who made his life miserable-unwittingly lands a job at his company, fate grants Liam the perfect opportunity for revenge. But as the two collide in a battle of wills, their shared past resurfaces, and an unexpected spark ignites between them. Beneath the layers of bitterness and power struggles lies a fragile connection that neither can deny. However, their love is anything but simple. Whispers of betrayal and sabotage threaten to tear them apart, fueled by those who will stop at nothing to keep them from being together. And when Hazel stumbles upon the mystery of her true parentage, she and Liam must navigate a dangerous web of secrets, lies, and long-buried truths. Caught between revenge and redemption, love and hate, Liam and Hazel must decide if their connection can withstand the shadows of their past-and the storm waiting to engulf them in the present. "Love isn't a game " is a tale of passion, vengeance, and the transformative power of love, set against the backdrop of a city as captivating and treacherous as its inhabitants.
The city's pulse was relentless, a backdrop of muted chaos that seeped into the walls of Morgan Enterprises. Liam Morgan stood by the massive windows in his corner office, his reflection faintly superimposed over the sprawling skyline of the Golden Bridge. His grip on the edge of his desk tightened as the intercom buzzed again.
"Mr. Morgan, Miss Whitmore has arrived."
The name felt like a ghost in the air, whispering memories of a past he thought he'd buried. Liam inhaled slowly, forcing the tension out of his body. He couldn't let her see it-the cracks, the lingering bitterness.
"Send her in," he said, his voice smooth but tinged with a calm malice.
The door opened, and the air shifted. Hazel Whitmore stepped inside, her heels clicking on the polished hardwood. She was poised, her chin held high, and her smile as bright as ever, though Liam caught the faintest hesitation in her stride.
"Mr. Morgan," she greeted, her voice laced with an attempt at professionalism.
Liam turned, letting his gaze sweep over her. She hadn't changed much-still radiating the same confidence that once made her untouchable. But there was something softer now, something almost vulnerable.
"Miss Whitmore," he said, the corner of his mouth lifting into a calculated smirk. "It's been a while."
Hazel's eyes narrowed slightly, her smile faltering. "Yes. It has."
Liam gestured to the chair in front of his desk. "Please, have a seat."
She hesitated but complied, placing her bag on her lap. Liam remained standing, watching her for a beat longer than necessary before circling his desk and sitting down. He picked up her resume, his fingers brushing the edges of the paper as if it were something to be studied, dissected.
"I see you're applying for a position in the marketing department," he began, his tone detached, almost bored. "An interesting choice, considering your background."
Hazel leaned forward slightly. "I believe my experience speaks for itself."
Liam arched a brow. "Does it?"
Her jaw tightened, but she didn't break eye contact. "I've worked hard to get where I am. I can prove I'm capable."
The corner of his mouth twitched. "I don't doubt your capability, Miss Whitmore. I doubt your... resilience."
Hazel blinked, her confusion quickly masked by a forced smile. "I'm not sure what you mean."
Liam leaned back in his chair, steepling his fingers. "Let's just say I remember a time when you thrived on making others feel small. I wonder how well you'd fare on the other side of that equation."
The room fell silent. Hazel's face hardened, the professional mask slipping for just a moment.
"That was a long time ago," she said, her voice low but steady. "People grow up."
"Do they?" Liam asked, tilting his head. "Or do they just get better at hiding their true selves?"
Hazel's lips parted, a retort clearly forming, but she bit it back. Liam could see the tension in her shoulders, the way her fingers gripped the strap of her bag. He was pushing her, testing her limits, and it was thrilling.
"Why did you apply here?" he asked abruptly, breaking the silence.
Hazel blinked, caught off guard. "Excuse me?"
"You had options," he said, leaning forward now, his voice softer but no less pointed. "Why this company? Why my company?"
For a moment, she looked at him like she didn't recognize him. The boy she once tormented had been quiet, unassuming, easy to dismiss. This man was something else entirely-sharp, unyielding, and entirely in control.
"I didn't realize it was your company," she said finally, her tone even but defensive. "I applied because it's one of the best in the industry. My skills align with the position, and I thought I could make a difference here."
Liam's gaze didn't waver. "And now that you know who's in charge?"
Hazel hesitated, then lifted her chin. "I'm not afraid of you, Liam."
The name hung in the air between them, a reminder of their shared history. Liam's smirk faded, replaced by something more calculating.
"Good," he said after a moment. "Fear would be boring."
Hazel's eyes narrowed, but she didn't reply. Liam stood, walking to the window and looking out at the Golden Bridge.
"You'll start Monday," he said, his back to her.
"What?"
He turned, his expression unreadable. "You wanted the job. It's yours."
Hazel rose from her seat, her confusion evident. "Just like that?"
Liam smiled, but it didn't reach his eyes. "Just like that."
She stared at him for a long moment, as if trying to decipher his motives. But Liam gave nothing away, his calm exterior betraying none of the turmoil beneath.
"Thank you," she said finally, her voice cautious.
"Don't thank me yet," he replied. "This is just the beginning."
Hazel's gaze lingered on him, searching for something she couldn't quite name. Then, without another word, she turned and walked out, her heels clicking against the floor.
As the door closed behind her, Liam exhaled slowly, his smirk returning.
"Let's see how far you've really grown, Hazel," he murmured to himself.
And beneath the golden hues of the city skyline, the game had only just begun.
To the public, she was the CEO's executive secretary. Behind closed doors, she was the wife he never officially acknowledged. Jenessa was elated when she learned that she was pregnant. But that joy was replaced with dread as her husband, Ryan, showered his affections on his first love. With a heavy heart, she chose to set him free and leave. When they met again, Ryan's attention was caught by Jenessa's protruding belly. "Whose child are you carrying?!" he demanded. But she only scoffed. "It's none of your business, my dear ex-husband!"
Katie was forced to marry Dillan, a notorious ruffian. Her younger sister mocked her, "You're just an adopted daughter. Count your blessings for marrying him!" The world anticipated Katie's tribulations, but her married life unfurled with unexpected serenity. She even snagged a lavish mansion in a raffle! Katie jumped into Dillan's arms, credited him as her lucky charm. "No, Katie, it's you who brings me all this luck," Dillan replied. Then, one fateful day, Dillan's childhood friend came to her. "You're not worthy of him. Take this 50 million and leave him!" Katie finally grasped Dillan's true stature—the wealthiest man on the planet. That night, trembling with trepidation, she broached the subject of divorce with Dillan. However, with a domineering embrace, he told her, "I'd give you everything I have. Divorce is off the table!"
She was hurt. She was bullied and made fun of. And the only hope that kept her going was finding her mate. She has always been weak. Weak to the world. Why? Because she was a lantern. She didn't have a wolf. That's what everyone thought about her. When she found her mate, he wanted her to be his slut and not a wife. She might be an omega, but it doesn't mean she will take disloyalty and betrayal lightly. So she did something that no one in history ever did. She rejected an Alpha. "I, Alexis Clark, reject Brandon Sterling, the alpha of Black mist pack, and consider myself a free soul until I decide so."; Were her last words before she left that torturous place and became a rogue. A rogue that everyone was fearing and finding. Why? Because she was the rogue that has become one of the biggest problems of almost all the packs in the country. She was Alexis Clark. A rogue that rejected an Alpha, stealth food, kill other rogues, and more than that was living with humans and studying with them. What will happen when her case is given to the world's most dangerous alpha, Sebastian Sinclair, who has taken it upon himself to punish this rogue. The one who hated rogues and omega to a level that was beyond understanding. Why? Because his mate was an omega, who betrayed him with a rogue before dying. How will Alexis tackle this alpha, in whose College she was studying and living under hiding for almost a year? What will Sebastian do when he finds out the new girl he had been talking to is none other than the rogue omega that he had decided to kill? "To love you with all my might was my only wish, but you were the only one who gave me endless suffering. So today, I promise myself to not fall for anyone."; A simple saying that both Alexis and Sebastian had vowed upon. Will they be able to find their love amidst all these problems?
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Everyone was shocked to the bones when the news of Rupert Benton's engagement broke out. It was surprising because the lucky girl was said to be a plain Jane, who grew up in the countryside and had nothing to her name. One evening, she showed up at a banquet, stunning everyone present. "Wow, she's so beautiful!" All the men drooled, and the women got so jealous. What they didn't know was that this so-called country girl was actually an heiress to a billion-dollar empire. It wasn't long before her secrets came to light one after the other. The elites couldn't stop talking about her. "Holy smokes! So, her father is the richest man in the world?" "She's also that excellent, but mysterious designer who many people adore! Who would have guessed?" Nonetheless, people thought that Rupert didn't love her. But they were in for another surprise. Rupert released a statement, silencing all the naysayers. "I'm very much in love with my beautiful fiancee. We will be getting married soon." Two questions were on everyone's minds: "Why did she hide her identity? And why was Rupert in love with her all of a sudden?"