In the shadowy underworld of New York City, the mafia reigns supreme. Two powerful families, the Morettis and the Castellanos, have been at war for decades. To broker peace, the heads of the families arrange a marriage between their children: Luca Moretti, the ruthless 35-year-old heir to the Moretti empire, and Isabella Castellano, the innocent 22-year-old daughter of the Castellano patriarch. Isabella, sheltered and naive, is thrust into a world of danger, desire, and dark secrets. Luca, a man hardened by violence and betrayal, sees her as nothing more than a pawn-until her innocence begins to unravel him.
The study was dimly lit, the heavy velvet curtains drawn tightly against the afternoon sun. Isabella Castellano stood in the center of the room, her hands clasped tightly in front of her, her heart pounding so loudly she was certain everyone could hear it. The air was thick with the scent of cigar smoke and expensive whiskey, a reminder of the men who ruled this world-a world she had never wanted to be part of.
Her father, Don Castellano, sat behind his mahogany desk, his expression unreadable. He was a man of few words, but when he spoke, his voice carried the weight of authority. Beside him stood her older brother, Marco, his jaw clenched, his eyes darting nervously between Isabella and the door.
"Isabella," her father began, his tone firm but not unkind. "You understand why this is necessary."
She nodded, though her throat was too tight to speak. She understood, of course. This was about power, about alliances, about securing the future of the Castellano family. But understanding didn't make it any easier to accept.
The door creaked open, and Isabella's breath caught in her throat. He entered with an air of quiet dominance, his presence filling the room like a storm cloud. Luca Moretti. She had heard his name whispered in hushed tones, stories of his ruthlessness, his cunning, his unyielding control over the Moretti empire. But nothing could have prepared her for the man himself.
He was tall, his broad shoulders accentuated by the tailored black suit he wore. His dark hair was swept back, a few strands falling carelessly over his forehead, and his green eyes-sharp, calculating-seemed to pierce straight through her. His jaw was shadowed with stubble, and the faint scar that ran along his cheekbone only added to his dangerous allure.
Isabella felt a shiver run down her spine as his gaze settled on her. He didn't smile, didn't offer a word of greeting. Instead, he looked at her as though she were a puzzle he was trying to solve, his expression unreadable.
"Luca," Don Castellano said, rising from his chair. "Thank you for coming."
Luca inclined his head slightly, his eyes never leaving Isabella. "Don Castellano," he replied, his voice a low, gravelly rumble that sent a strange warmth pooling in her stomach. "I trust we can conclude our business quickly."
Her father nodded, gesturing to Isabella. "This is my daughter, Isabella. She is... agreeable to the arrangement."
Isabella's cheeks burned at the lie. Agreeable? She had been given no choice, no say in the matter. But she held her tongue, her eyes downcast as Luca stepped closer. She could feel the heat of his body, smell the faint scent of his cologne-something dark and masculine, like leather and smoke.
"Look at me," he commanded, his voice soft but firm.
Her heart raced as she lifted her gaze to meet his. His eyes were intense, searching, as though he could see every secret she had ever tried to hide. For a moment, she felt exposed, vulnerable, and she hated it.
"You're younger than I expected," he said, his tone neutral.
"I'm twenty-two," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.
A flicker of something-surprise? Amusement?-crossed his face, but it was gone as quickly as it appeared. "Young," he repeated, more to himself than to her. Then, turning to her father, he said, "The terms are acceptable. We'll proceed as planned."
Don Castellano nodded, a satisfied smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. "Good. The wedding will take place in two weeks."
Isabella's stomach churned at the words. Two weeks. In two weeks, her life would change forever. She would belong to this man, this stranger who exuded danger and power in equal measure.
Luca turned back to her, his expression unreadable once more. "I'll see you at the altar," he said, his voice devoid of emotion. Then, without another word, he turned and walked out of the study, leaving Isabella standing there, her heart pounding, her mind racing.
As the door closed behind him, she felt a strange mix of relief and dread. Relief that the meeting was over, dread at what was to come. Luca Moretti was not a man who would be easily swayed, not a man who would tolerate defiance. And yet, as she replayed the encounter in her mind, she couldn't ignore the way her body had reacted to him, the way her pulse had quickened at the sound of his voice.
She was afraid of him, yes. But she was also undeniably drawn to him, a fact that both terrified and intrigued her.
Elena Rossi, a 17-year-old bookworm, has always lived a sheltered life under the watchful eye of her overprotective father. What she doesn't know is that her father, Antonio Rossi, is a powerful mafia boss who has been keeping her in the dark about their family's dangerous legacy. When a rival mafia family threatens to destroy the Rossis, Antonio makes a desperate deal: Elena will marry Luca Moretti, the 28-year-old heir to the Moretti crime family, to secure an alliance. Luca Moretti is ruthless, calculating, and used to getting what he wants. He agrees to the marriage for power, expecting Elena to be a meek, obedient pawn. But Elena's fiery spirit and innocence challenge him in ways he never anticipated. As the two navigate their forced union, they uncover secrets, face betrayals, and slowly fall for each other. When a deadly betrayal puts Elena's life at risk, Luca must choose between the mafia world he's always known and the girl who has shown him a life beyond violence and power. In the end, love triumphs, and they forge a new path together, leaving the shadows of their past behind.
Isabella Bella Moretti, the daughter of a rival mafia family, is forced into an arranged marriage to secure an alliance between two powerful crime syndicates. On the day of her wedding, she discovers her fiancé's brutal betrayal and flees, only to crash into the path of Viktor Sokolov, a ruthless Russian mafia boss with a reputation for being merciless. Viktor, intrigued by her defiance and beauty, offers her a deal: marry him instead, and he'll protect her from her enemies. But as their passionate and dangerous relationship deepens, Bella realizes Viktor's world is far more treacherous than she ever imagined. With enemies closing in and secrets unraveling, Bella must decide if she can trust the man who claims to own her heart-or if he's just another devil in disguise.
Chandler Su who had cheated by her boyfriend then got drunk at a bar. To take revenge, she grabbed a man randomly and took him to the room. After a crazy night, Chandler found the strange man was a super handsome guy the next morning. Shy and shocked Chandler run away after leaving 150 RMB and scorning the man of his poor bed skills. However, she never thought the story would become so dramatic as the next day, she found out that the new coming president of her company was exactly the man she slept the last night! Worse than that, this new boss seemed very narrow-minded as he asked Chandler to come to his office on the first day.
Sawyer, the world's top arms dealer, stunned everyone by falling for Maren—the worthless girl no one respected. People scoffed. Why chase a useless pretty face? But when powerful elites began gathering around her, jaws dropped. "She's not even married to him yet—already cashing in on his power?" they assumed. Curious eyes dug into Maren's past... only to find she was a scientific genius, a world-renowned medical expert, and heiress to a mafia empire. Later, Sawyer posted online. "My wife treats me like the enemy. Any advice?"
After two years of marriage, Kristian dropped a bombshell. "She's back. Let's get divorced. Name your price." Freya didn't argue. She just smiled and made her demands. "I want your most expensive supercar." "Okay." "The villa on the outskirts." "Sure." "And half of the billions we made together." Kristian froze. "Come again?" He thought she was ordinary—but Freya was the genius behind their fortune. And now that she'd gone, he'd do anything to win her back.
Julia and Evan were the perfect couple-or so she thought. But everything changed when Evan abruptly ended their relationship, leaving her heartbroken and unable to tell him she was carrying his child. Years later, Julia has built a life for herself and her son, Andy, while Evan has risen to unimaginable wealth and success. Their paths cross again at a chance meeting, but Julia soon discovers Evan has moved on with someone else. Julia is done with the pain. She's fought battles alone, raising a son who deserves the truth about his father, even if Evan doesn't deserve her forgiveness. When Julia told Evan years ago she had something to say, he didn't listen. Now, it's time for him to listen. But is it too late to reclaim what he lost? "We should break up," he'd said, the words cutting through her like glass. The pregnancy test in her pocket stayed hidden, just like the child they would never share. Now, it's Evan's turn to hear the truth-and to face his deepest regret.
Betrayed by her mate and sister on the eve of her wedding, Makenna was handed to the ruthless Lycan Princes as a lover, her indifferent father ignoring her plight. Determined to escape and seek revenge, she captured the interest of the three Lycan princes, who desired her exclusively amid many admirers. This complicated her plans, trapping her and making her a rival to the future Lycan queen. Entwined in jealousy and vindictiveness, could Makenna achieve her vengeance in the intricate dance with the three princes?
Yelena discovered that she wasn't her parents' biological child. After seeing through their ploy to trade her as a pawn in a business deal, she was sent away to her barren birthplace. There, she stumbled upon her true origins—a lineage of historic opulence. Her real family showered her with love and adoration. In the face of her so-called sister's envy, Yelena conquered every adversity and took her revenge, all while showcasing her talents. She soon caught the attention of the city's most eligible bachelor. He cornered Yelena and pinned her against the wall. “It's time to reveal your true identity, darling.”