In a world ruled by power, danger, and deceit, the cold heart of a mafia king crosses paths with a seductive con artist. He knows her desperation for money and makes her an offer she can't refuse. But how will she escape when the price of freedom is the very chains that bind her to him?"
Prologue
Las Vegas, the enchanting city of nighttime entertainment, captivates tourists worldwide. Music from luxurious casinos resonates inside and outside the premises, while women in glittering dresses flash seductive smiles at the guests. Yet none of this could rival the excitement surrounding the poker table at the center of the casino, where cheers erupted after every high-stakes movement.
In another corner of the casino, the atmosphere was equally electrifying. A sharp-featured man with dark brown hair and captivating gray eyes fixed his gaze on the woman beside him. Her luscious figure spilled out of a vibrant pink dress, and her flirtatious smile made the man melt on the spot. This drink-serving lady had agreed to spend the night with him for a considerable fee.
William, a well-known playboy and a regular at this casino, could barely contain himself in front of the alluring woman. He wanted nothing more than to scoop her into his arms and carry her to the suit he had reserved upstairs.
"I'll be right back," she said sweetly, flashing a mesmerizing smile before excusing herself and walking away. As soon as she was out of his sight, her alluring expression vanished, replaced by one of disgust. She stepped outside the noisy casino, its deafening clamor almost unbearable.
"Hey! I've been looking everywhere for you. What are you doing out here?" a voice called out, startling her. She turned to see a woman in a strapless black dress with auburn curls smiling at her warmly.
"Nothing. Just needed some air," she replied casually.
"Is that so? Here..." The woman pulled a small vial from her purse and handed it over. "I thought you didn't take clients. What made you change your mind? You've always refused. You hate even just sitting and drinking with them, let alone this."
"I just thought I'd try something new," the woman replied. "How do I use it?"
"Dab it on yourself. It's just a mild sedative," the other woman explained.
She nodded in understanding. "I'd better head back inside."
"Good luck," her friend said with a knowing smile.
The woman returned to the casino after being away for almost fifteen minutes. She approached William with a radiant smile and sat down beside him.
William leaned in, placing a diamond necklace around her neck. "Do you like it?"
"Is this for me?" she asked in a sweet voice.
"Of course," he replied. "If there's anything else you want, just let me know. I'll make it happen."
"Then I'll tell you," She said coyly, inching closer to him, "but not here. Carry me upstairs, and I'll whisper my desires to you."
Unable to resist, William lifted her effortlessly and carried her to the elevator.
"What's your special wish, beautiful?" William asked as the elevator ascended floor by floor.
She looked into his eyes with a sultry smile. "If I ask, will you give me everything I want?"
"Anything you desire," he replied confidently. "A house? A condo? A luxury car? Or a designer wardrobe? Just name it."
The elevator doors opened just as he finished speaking. He stepped out, casting a hungry gaze at her.
"Whatever you want," she responded with a sweet smile.
Moments later, they stopped at the door of his suite. William pulled out a key card from his pocket and unlocked the door. Without hesitation, he stepped inside, closing the door quickly behind them. He walked straight to the sofa, gently placing her down and leaning over her. His intense gaze made her heart race.
"Wait," she said, pressing her hand against his chest. "You haven't tipped me for tonight yet. Usually, your girls get their tip before anything else happens."
"I'll pay you later. Right now, I just want-" His voice trailed off, his desire evident.
"Sure," she said softly, feigning disappointment. Her tone made him pause. Relenting, he stood up, pulling out his wallet and handing her a generous sum of money.
She accepted the cash with a sweet smile, but as he leaned in again, she gently pushed him back. "Let me freshen up in the bathroom first," she said.
"Alright," William replied, reluctantly stepping aside.
In the bathroom, the large mirror reflected her stunning visage. She turned on the faucet, letting the cold-water wash over her hands. After drying them, she pulled a small brown vial from the hidden pocket of her pink dress. Opening it carefully, she dabbed the liquid on her neck, arms, and chest. With one last glance at herself in the mirror, she left the bathroom.
William, clad only in a towel around his waist, watched her approach with a smoldering look. He immediately swept her up into his arms and carried her to bed, wasting no time. His face buried itself against her ample chest, his lips grazing her skin as if savoring a gourmet meal.
"Why the rush?" she teased, her voice tinged with playful disapproval. "Do you have another woman waiting for you tonight?"
"No, beautiful. Tonight, I just want to spend a long, wonderful evening with you," he murmured, his hands moving to unzip her dress.
"Really?" she asked sweetly.
"Yes," he whispered, his lips trailing from her neck to her shoulder. "This is going to be an unforgettable night for us, my love."
But just as he buried his face against her once more, his breathing suddenly grew heavy. Within moments, he was fast asleep. She pushed his body gently to ensure he was fully unconscious, then exhaled a sigh of relief.
Quickly, she tidied her dress, gathered her belongings, and slipped out of the suite without a sound.
Is This Heaven's Blessing or a Divine Punishment? A chance to turn back time and meet him again! "She" had already endured heartbreak over this man once, and that was more than enough. But to lose her life in a tragic, unexpected accident only to face another heartbreak? This was Heaven's mercy, allowing her soul to travel back in time to meet Mr. Peng, The Single Daddy, and his little son once more but as their nanny (and housemaid). Being a nanny? She could manage that. But being his heart's caretaker? Absolutely not! Especially when he casually says, "Can you be Ayus Mama?" How could she respond, especially when another woman stepped in, pleading, "Please, I beg you, give my husband back to me!" Was this a second chance... or Heaven's cruel punishment?!
Today's husband is yesterday's benefactor. "Mirawadee" was betrayed by his fiancée, prompting her to flee. She still has to meet with a benefactor and follow her everywhere. Later, to survive, she had to consent to marry him. After that, she fell in love till she couldn't stop herself. Until one day, she knew he was roughly a hundred years old. But fate has placed her right in the middle of this endlessly agonizing love. When the story from the past resurfaces, a mysterious spirit arrives and offers to 'Give her your body' to atone for the previous misdeeds she has committed!!
"You're mine, little puppy," Kylan growled against my neck. A soft gasp escaped my lips as his lips brushed my skin. My mind screamed at me to push him away-the Lycan Prince who had humiliated me again and again, but my body betrayed me, leaning into him before I could stop myself. He pressed his lips against mine, and his kiss grew more aggressive, more possessive as I felt my legs weaken. What was I doing? In a split-second, I pulled away and slapped him hard across the face. Kylan's eyes darkened, but the smirk on his lips exposed his amusement. "You and I both know we can't fight this, Violet," he said, gripping my wrist. "You're my mate." "And yet you don't want me," I replied. "You told me you were ashamed of me, that l'd never be your queen, that you'd never love me. So please, accept my rejection and let me go." "Never," he whispered, his grip tightening as he pulled me closer. "Soon enough, you'll be begging for me. and when you do-I'll use you as I see fit and then I'll reject you."
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?"
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."
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.
Her fiance and her best friend worked together and set her up. She lost everything and died in the street. However, she was reborn. The moment she opened her eyes, her husband was trying to strangle her. Luckily, she survived that. She signed the divorce agreement without hesitation and was ready for her miserable life. To her surprise, her mother in this life left her a great deal of money. She turned the tables and avenged herself. Everything went well in her career and love when her ex-husband came to her.
"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"