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Shawn Harrington, CEO of Harrington Fashion corporation and billionaire popstar of the Loyals. His music band is at the verge of losing all that he had worked hard for in 10 years. His Grandfather Mr Dylan Harrington is bent on destroying his music legacy if he refuses to get married. In desperate need to save his music legacy which is his life and one true memory of his late grandmother, he is forced to pick up the idea of a contract marriage and get his Grandfather off the hook. Ava Arden is a poor coffee shop waitress, who is caught up in a battle to save her brother's life, apparently he had a limited time to live and she had no financial means of saving him. Coaxed into the idea of selling her body for a night to raise up her brother's surgery fund, Ava finds herself in the midst of a billionaire whose identity is unknown. Rather than selling off her body as initially planned, she finds herself placing her signature on an unknown and unspecified contract. Unknowingly bounding herself to a marriage contract with the popular billionaire Shawn Harrington, who she despises so much. "Congratulations ! You are now my wife for six months ,Mrs Harrington ". came Shawn's cold reply from where he stood paying less attention to what was happening. "Excuse me " Ava's shocked reply echoed in the silent room, it had to be a silly prank being pulled on her.
"Elara! I said I don't want to meet with anyone, Shawn yelled at the door, his brows creased into a large frown.
"I am sorry sir but...
"Shawn open up, I need to talk to you ," Mr Dylan Harrington baritone voice boomed at the other end of the door.
Shawn groaned inwardly, knowing fully well what his grandfather's visit meant.
He tapped the button on his desk and the door opened. A man of age 70 walked in an elegant and domineering manner. His Grey hair and beards complements his white skin, his black tuxedo and leather shoes gives him a sophisticated business look. After all he was a Harrington, descendant of the most prestigious lineage, From the kindred of Royalty. The wealthiest family, more like endorsement In all of California .
"What are you doing here". came Shawn 's uninterested voice.
"Is it now a crime to visit my Grandson ," Mr Dylan said icily, faking the smile plastered on his face, as he took a seat on the vacant chair .
Shawn wondered why he was trying his best to smile when he hated it so much, his grandfather loathed the thing called 'smile', he referred to it as an unnecessary punishment.
"Quit smiling". Shawn grumbled in sheer disgust.
Mr Donald's face became hard as rock, he quit smiling and gave his usual expression which still creeps the people around him including Shawn.
"You haven't been home in a week. Wait, have you been trying to avoid? Me ? Do you think hiding in that crib you call a house will keep you away from me?". Mr Dylan asked Shawn who kept silent, staring around his office like he was there for the first time.
"I have been busy lately, I had places to be and people to ". Shawn said but one glance from his grandfather meant he wasn't buying his story.
"Do you want me to have that piece of shit destroyed for the uptenth time ? ...... Speak up Shawn, cause I guess you enjoy it when I crush every cottage you build in the middle of a fucking forest right? Mr Dylan chukled his lips not moving at the slightest.
"I got those buildings with my hard earned money, you can't keep ruining them because you have the power to, I work tirelessly and with my efforts". Shawn gritted out glaring at his grandfather.
"I also worked hard for my money Shawn, I inherited and still worked hard, you are in this position because of me, so what do you have to say about that". Mr Dylan asked in a mocking tone.
"That I never asked you for this position, you forced me to be here. I have my own profession and I don't need all of this. " Shawn stated clenching and unclenching his fist.
" You call that trash a profession. What is it again? Oh yes Music, For Goodness sake Shawn, you are a Harrington ....A Harrington". Mr Dylan half yelled.
Shawn kept mute, gritting his teeth inwardly, how much he hated the man seated in his midst right now.
"I thought you loved your Grandmother so much Shawn, why are you finding it so difficult to fulfill her dying wish". Mr Dylan asked, his voice hard as ever yet calmer than how he had spoken earlier.
Shawn sighs, staring out the windows rather than at his grandfather, it was yet another moment of threats and emotional blackmail.
"I am working towards it". Shawn simply replied to his Grandfather.
"For how long Shawn, you are 30 for crying out loud, how long do I have to wait, when I get to my death bed right? That would be the perfect time, won't it? Mr Dylan asked in disbelief.
"Finding someone isn't as easy as it sounds, I need time, it isn't as easy as you think". Shawn deadpanned, earning a glare from his grandfather.
"72 hours Shawn, you have 3 days to present your fiance before me or consider "The Loyals" the Gonners". Mr Dylan said and for the first time since their meeting started fear crept into Shawn's eyes.
"Grandpa !" Shawn called but Mr Dylan shut him up just by raising his hand in the air.
"71 hours, 59 minutes and 10 seconds, the countdown has already begun, see you in 3 days ," Mr Dylan said, standing up from where he sat and storming out of Shawn's office.
Shawn groaned angrily, taking in deep breaths to calm his nerves down but it was a big fail.
He was clearly fuming in rage and couldn't control it, everything close to him went flying in the air crashing on the tiled floor, breaking into pieces and turning his magnificent office into a disaster.
"Why me! Why me!" Shawn growled, slamming his fists onto his polished mahogany desk. The sound reverberated through his sleek, modern office. His voice, usually smooth and collected, cracked with frustration as his irritation spilled out in waves.
"Can't the old man just leave me alone? Can't he let me focus on my music career for once?" His hands tugged at his neatly styled hair, messing up the perfect waves he had spent time perfecting that morning.
His gaze darted to the framed records hanging on the wall, glinting under the soft, ambient lighting. They were his pride, his passion, a testament to the career he tried to build, passionately. Yet, all of that seemed insignificant now, buried under the weight of his grandfather's relentless demands.
"Ahhhhhhh!" Shawn let out a guttural scream as though the sheer force of it could ease the pains he felt. The sound was raw, primal and loud. He doubled over, resting his hands on the desk, his breath coming in uneven gasps.
The weight of his grandfather's expectations loomed over him like a storm cloud, threatening to drown him in responsibilities he neither wanted nor asked for. Running the family business? Where would he get a bride from when he had no interest in women? It wasn't him. It never had been.
Elara heard the commotion and rushed into Shawn's office in a bid to apologize for her mistake.
"Sir...
"You are fired ! Shawn wasted no second to declare it.
"B–But sir ....
"Get the Fuck out now". Shawn yelled at the top of his voice which felt like the building had gone into a brief earthquake.
Elara scurried out in fear almost immediately, tears messing her once pretty makeup.
"You're just a fool, I used to pass the time. Did you really think I'd ever marry someone like you?" Gabriel sneered, standing beside Sofia, his secret and true fiancee. "Gabriel, I gave you three years of my life! You promised to marry me...I can't believe you've been cheating on me?" Ariana's voice rang through the office, sharp with disbelief and fury. "Correction: I'm not cheating on you. You're the one cheating on me with that brat. You think I don't know what's going on between you two? And this," he gestured to Sofia, "is my fiancee. Meet Sofia. We're getting married soon and you're invited." He tossed an invitation card at Ariana. "I never cheated on you. Maverick is just a friend," Ariana said, tears streaming down her cheeks. ************************** Maverick Rylan, the son of a zillionaire, had walked away from (Rylan Holdings) a family empire spanning luxury fashion, private equity, and global investments. After a major falling-out with his father, he moved to Toronto to start fresh. There, he fell in love with his friend and boss, Ariana Brooks, the brilliant CEO of Sawyer Enterprises, a global conglomerate built by her father, Mr. Sawyer, with ventures in luxury goods, real estate, technology, and finance. At the time, Ariana was in a committed three-year relationship with Gabriel, the CEO of a multimillion-dollar tech and luxury brand firm. Though Maverick came from wealth, he had left it all behind in New York. Desperate to win Ariana's affection, he borrowed expensive items and posed as a wealthy Canadian businessman. But despite his efforts, Ariana remained loyal to Gabriel until she discovered Gabriel's betrayal and secret engagement to another woman. As if that heartbreak wasn't enough, she soon found out that Maverick had lied about his background too. Devastated and betrayed, Ariana cut both men out of her life. But now, both have returned. Gabriel: newly divorced and pleading for another chance. Maverick reconciled with his father and once again a zillionaire. Who will she choose? The man who she was once in love with or the one who lied to win her love.
Glenira is a 19-year-old, turning 20, pack affairs consultant, daughter of Delta Cyrus Tames, and mate to Alpha Damien. Damien is the Alpha of Blood moon pack,he is a promiscuous male and beds with every she wolf. He was sworn to be devoted to Glenira,but instead he betrayed her. Everly is Glenira's twin sister ,she is evil and selfish,she had always envied Glenira's progress and grew a deep seated hatred for her.She was secretly having an affair with Damien who Glenira,her twin sister was deeply and genuinely I love with Damien. Damien coldly declares that Everly is the woman who truly holds his heart, leaving Glenira devastated by the betrayal. In a cruel twist, Damien and Everly murder Glenira, disposing of her body in the cursed river of the Blood Moon, a sacred place steeped in the blood of countless warriors from ancient battles. Glenira's spirit, consumed by despair and betrayal, is drawn into the cursed river. The ancient dead who inhabit the river sense her purity and unfinished business. They weigh her heart and deem her worthy of another chance at life. Her spirit is reborn in the body of Michelle, the bold and fierce 18-year-old daughter of Beta Matthew from the Crescent Moon pack-a pack that has harboured a deep-seated hatred for the Blood Moon pack. Michelle, now harbouring the soul of Glenira, wakes with memories of her past life and a burning desire for revenge. She must navigate the complexities of her new identity, the relationships she inherits, and the growing responsibility as she trains to become the next Luna of the Crescent Moon pack under Alpha Magnus, a powerful and charismatic leader.
"I want a divorce!" Ryan demanded, despite the fact that he had cheated on her with his ex. ~ Serena is no longer the quiet, romantic lady Ryan Winters married and divorced five years ago. Now the CEO of Rocky's Designs, she is bright, unwavering, and unapologetic about her independence-a far cry from the woman Ryan remembers. When fate brings them back into one another's lives, Ryan is forced to confront the truth about their past, their newfound hot chemistry, and a surprising revelation; Serena has a daughter who may be his. But Ryan's girlfriend, Kate, isn't prepared to lose him again. She will do whatever it takes to keep Ryan in her grasp-even if it means destroying Serena's life and the corporate empire she has built. What happens when Serena's now peaceful life is being disrupted? Will Serena lose once again or will she seize this billionaire's heart?
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."
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."
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?
Allison fell in love with Ethan Iversen, the soon-to-be Alpha of the Moonlight Crown pack. She always wanted him to notice her. Meanwhile, Ethan was an arrogant Alpha who thought a weak Omega could not be his companion. Ethan's cousin, Ryan Iversen, who came back from abroad and was the actual heir of the pack, never tried to get the position nor did he show any interest in it. He was a popular playboy Alpha but when he came back to the pack, one thing captured his eyes and that was Allison.