Chapter 1 EMILY

My best friend had one rule-his sister was off-limits. But he's gone now. And she's the only thing that feels right. JULIA It was always the three of us-me, my twin brother Eric, and his best friend, Trent. Inseparable through childhood, thick as thieves through high school. From the moment I met Trent at eight years old, I knew. I knew I loved him, even before I understood what love was. But to him, I was just Eric's little sister. And Eric made sure it stayed that way. I was off-limits. No exceptions. No second chances. But now Eric is gone. A freak accident stole him from us. And Trent... he's still here. Still devastatingly gorgeous. Covered in tattoos and built like a sin. Still looking at me like I'm everything he's ever wanted. He's hurting. So am I. And maybe-just maybe-what we need is each other. TRENT Eric always said it. Over and over again. "You were my friend first. Stay away from Julia." Technically, that wasn't true. Julia was my friend first. But to Eric, none of that mattered. The rule stood. And I honored it. Even when I wanted to break it. Even when every glance, every laugh, every damn touch drove me insane. Now, Eric is gone. And Julia? She's right here, needing me the same way I need her. I want her. Not just for one night. Not just for comfort. I want her in my arms, in my bed, in my life-forever. But I can't have Eric's blessing. And no matter how much I love her, I don't know if I can live with that. Sinfully Yours is a heart-melting, brother's-best-friend romance packed with steamy chemistry, forbidden longing, and a second chance at the love that was never supposed to happen. Get ready to swoon, sigh, and fall hard.

A desperate young woman, Lucy, enters into a contract marriage with the cold-hearted CEO, Drey Jackson, to save her mother's life. But as their lives collide, hidden secrets lie around Drey's family, and a dangerous rivalry emerges to tear them apart. Stuck between love and loyalty, Lucy and Drey must navigate a treacherous path where trust is shattered, and survival becomes their only choice. Will they overcome the darkness, or will the price of love and power destroy them both? ******** "So, a contract marriage," I said slowly, testing the idea. "What makes you think I would even consider something like that? And with you?" I asked, letting out a little laughter. She leaned in slightly, her lips curving into a small, confident smile. "Because it's the perfect solution for both of us. You need the public to believe you're happily married. And I need the money. We both walk away with exactly what we want-no strings attached." I chuckled, feeling I was on the edge of it. "You're a bartender. What makes you think you can play the part of a billionaire's wife?" I chuckled darkly as my breathtaking face twisted into a Mona Lisa. "I can have you fired for this, you know." She didn't flinch, but I noticed her sweaty palms. She could lose her only surviving job if I wanted that to happen. It was obvious how desperate she needed money but I couldn't just agree with her even if it was a good idea. "I think you're misunderstanding me. I'm not some desperate woman trying to snag a rich man," She suddenly snapped. She was only an inch away from me now, trying to avoid any direct touch. "We don't have to be in love. I'm offering you a business arrangement. We keep it professional and look the part when the need arises." For a moment, I didn't react, my expression stoic as ever. From her expression, I could think of different reasons a lady would be sharply in need of money and it's funny how she thought I would be of help to her or even agree to her ridiculous proposal. Then, with a slow, deliberate motion, she slid between my knees, spreading my legs slightly, before leaning in closer, her breath warm against my neck. Immediately, my fingers wrapped around her neck, stopping her. "Do you want to die? Now get out of my face," I growled.

Seven years ago, Layla ruled. The Queen Bee of university life, she toyed with hearts-until Roman. He was supposed to be just another conquest, the quiet engineering student who didn't care about her games. But when she made him fall, she never expected to fall harder. Then everything shattered. Layla left him broken, and just days later, his little sister died alone. Now, Roman is no longer the bookish boy she knew-he's a ruthless billionaire, powerful, untouchable... and out for revenge. When Layla, drowning in debt and desperation, seeks his help, he offers her a deal: five years as his. His to command. His to break. She refuses. Roman smirks. Then you're not desperate enough yet. But when she has no other choice, Layla signs away her freedom, stepping into a game of obsession, pain, and something far more dangerous-old desires that refuse to die. He swore he'd ruin her. She swore she'd never love him again. But the past has secrets, and when they surface, neither will ever be the same. In a battle of love and vengeance, the heart is the deadliest weapon of all.

Betrayed by her family, by her fiancé, and left with nothing-Emily Carter had lost it all. Until Denovon Rowland, the cold billionaire CEO, offered her a deal: his name for her silence.Now, as his wife, she's not just surviving-she's taking back everything they stole. And this time, she's untouchable

"I loved you, but at the same time, I never really did." Ariana Sinclair gave Dominic Lancaster everything... her love, her trust, and the brilliant idea that built his billion-dollar empire. She stood by his side when they had nothing, only to be tossed aside when he had everything. The final betrayal? Catching him in his office with a hooker. When she demanded a divorce and her share of the company, he smirked and told her the truth: It was all in his name. She never really had anything. Now, Ariana is done playing nice. She wants revenge, even if it means destroying the man she once loved. But one reckless night derails everything. A one-night stand with a stranger. A pregnancy she never planned. And just when she thinks she can keep her secrets buried, Jaxon Reid walks into her life, determined to be part of his child's future. To make things worse, Dominic wants her back, convinced the baby is his. Now, Ariana is caught between two powerful men, a revenge plan spiralling out of control, and a future she never saw coming. Revenge was supposed to be simple. But when love, regret, and betrayal collide, nothing ever is.

"Marry me," he suddenly asked, his voice breaking through the heavy silence that hung over the dimly lit restaurant like an unwelcome guest. It was an outrageous statement, a bold proclamation that came out of the blue. Wynter, bought her gaze up, "What did you just say?" she demanded, her eyes narrowing, pupils twitching with a mix of disbelief and indignation. "Marry me, Wynter. I've never done this before, I just..." He stumbled over his words, the weight of his own emotions crashing down upon him. But before he could finish, in a moment of sheer awkwardness, she grabbed her glass of wine and-splish!-splattered the dark red liquid all over his face, staining his skin and his dignity. "Fuck you, and fuck out of my life!" Wynter shouted, the fury in her voice echoing off the restaurant walls as she slammed her palm onto the table, rattling the silverware. She stood up, her chair scraping violently against the floor, and without another glance at him, stormed out, the door swinging shut behind her like a final act in a tragic play. "Wynter..." His voice trailed off, weak and defeated, the sound of her name hanging in the air like a fading echo. But she was already gone, a whirlwind of emotions swirling around her, leaving Malvern in a state of confusion and regret. Wynter, a nineteen-year-old girl, and Malvern, twenty-six years old, embarked on a journey of turmoil and conflict, seeking to reciprocate the feelings. The game was on between a sex addict and a novice