love by contract

Framed by adversaries, Eve was jailed and forced to take the blame. After her release, her father coerced her into marrying the comatose Mason of the Smith family. Eve revived Mason, disguised herself as the Miracle Doctor for revenge, and sought to rescue her missing son, Adam. As the mysteries of Seth and Adam's identities unraveled, misunderstandings between Eve and Mason faded. Eve protected her family with wit and bravery, ultimately revealing the truth of parenthood and defending her status and maternal love. From adversaries to allies, they faced challenges together and rekindled their true feelings.

To save her father's life, Alicia Bennett is forced into a dangerous game of deception, swapping places with Sabrina Knight to "pretend" to be intimate with Sabrina's powerful husband, Ethan Clark. What begins as a desperate bargain to secure money for surgery soon spirals into a deadly web of secrets and manipulation, with Alicia trapped as a pawn in the ruthless Knight family's control. By day, she's Ethan's dutiful assistant; by night, she's a "stranger" in his bed, caught in a whirlwind of passion, power, and betrayal. As their complex, forbidden connection deepens, Alicia is drawn into a world where nothing is as it seems—until the shocking truth is finally exposed… Will Alicia escape the tangled web she's been caught in, or will the Knight family's plans destroy everything she's fought for?

Henry Saber's wife finds herself imprisoned—literally—and tortured by his own hands, leading her to give up on their relationship and leave him. However, Henry refuses to let her go, declaring that if she chose to stay by his side, she will stay with him for the rest of her life...

In a devastating fire, a stepmother and her stepdaughter become trapped in an elevator, and Evelyn sacrifices her life in a desperate attempt to save Heidi. Unbeknownst to her husband, Vincent Clarke, Evelyn's tragic death occurs while he stands by the side of Heidi's biological mother, Fiona Lawson. Grief-stricken, Heidi cries out, "I only have one mother, her name is Evelyn Glover!"

Amy Dole finds herself in the operating theatre, pressured by her boyfriend to undergo an abortion. Promising a fresh start afterwards, he leaves her feeling cornered. In a desperate moment, Amy flees towards the window and leaps out, only to unexpectedly encounter her child's biological father. And that marks the start of a romantic tale brimming with love and animosity.

There were two best friends who, in an effort to provide companionship for their single parents, came up with an ingenious plan to facilitate their whirlwind marriage. The elderly pair, wary of the town's prying eyes and wagging tongues, donned disguises so elaborate that the day they exchanged their vows, they resembled characters from a spy novel rather than a romantic tale. Without their reading glasses, they didn't even see each other's faces clearly...

Edward Allen, the CEO of Allen Group, happens to run into his old classmate, Abbie Howard, one day. At that moment, a pompous blind date humiliates Abbie, leaving her completely shattered. Edward can't stand to see his former classmate treated this way, so he strides forward and skillfully rescues her from the situation. In that moment, Abbie sees a glimpse of the brave, fearless boy she once knew in school. Warmth floods her heart, and her gratitude toward Edward is undeniable. Back in their school days, Edward was a quiet, unassuming boy who was often bullied by school thugs. It was Abbie who, one day, courageously grabbed his hand and helped him escape those troublemakers. From that moment on, Edward felt a deep sense of gratitude and respect for Abbie. Now, back in the present, Edward learns that Abbie is under pressure from her parents to get married. Seeing the helpless look in her eyes, he comes up with a plan—he offers to pose as her boyfriend to fool her family. Hiding the fact that he's a powerful CEO, he moves into her home and pretends to be just an ordinary guy. From that moment on, they begin a life of love after marriage, living in a romantic world of their own. As her husband, Edward cares for Abbie, making her feel warmth and happiness she's never known before. Gradually, Abbie is moved by Edward's genuine heart and starts to develop deep feelings for him. Their love, like dazzling fireworks, illuminates both their lives.

Betrayed by Zayn Lewis, Yelena Gunn lost everything—her family, her future, and her life in childbirth. But fate grants her a second chance. Reborn with newfound clarity, she sees Zayn for who he truly is and, with Jasper Steele by her side, vows revenge. With calculated strikes at work and home, she brings down Zayn, delivering the final blow at his grand birthday banquet. As he loses everything, Yelena finds a new beginning. This time, she chooses love and happiness, accepting Jasper's proposal and stepping into a future where she is no longer a victim—but a victor.

Miguel Shrimpton and Yaretzi Wanson were about to walk down the aisle. However, a sudden tragedy shattered their relationship with misunderstandings. Unable to bridge the emotional rift, Yaretzi had hidden her pregnancy and had gone abroad to study. Five years later, Yaretzi returned to the country and entered Miguel's life again. Though he still harbored resentment over her departure, his buried love for her had never faded. Determined to heal the past, he began reaching out to her again—one step at a time.

The Todd family and the Snyder family had a marriage pact, but Carver had no fondness for the spoiled and arrogant adopted daughter of the Todd family and was unwilling to marry her. In order to accomplish the alliance and inherit the family fortune, Carver racked his brain and accidentally discovered Shirley on the street, who bore a striking resemblance to the late master of the Todd family. Shirley was thus drawn into this turmoil and became the target of the watchful eyes of the numerous relatives. Later, an astonishing secret was revealed. Shirley was truly the long-lost granddaughter of the Todd family's master. Relying on her own efforts and wisdom, Shirley not only successfully foiled the relatives' schemes, but also won Carver's genuine affection. In the end, Shirley achieved success in both love and career and reaped the happiness she deserved.

Eight years ago, Anna Lane, a D-list actress, married Caleb Scott, CEO of Scott Group, to fulfill her grandfather's wish. After unexpectedly becoming pregnant, she filed for divorce. Six years later, the Scott family discovers that her daughter, Nancy, is actually Caleb's child and begins searching for them. While Anna faces mistreatment on a film set, Caleb arrives to rescue them but doesn't recognize his daughter. At a banquet, Caleb's mother reveals Nancy's identity, and the truth comes out: Anna is Caleb's ex-wife. Caleb confesses his love, and they remarry, welcoming twins and achieving both love and career success.

Lax Webell, the scion of the esteemed Webell family in Yara, fell victim to a nefarious scheme that left him disfigured and plagued by amnesia. Thanks to Mr. Stone's intervention, he was rescued from his plight. In a gesture of gratitude, Lax married Jane Stone, Mr. Stone's daughter, who had been in a coma.Upon Jane's awakening, she found herself dismayed by the prospect of being wed to Lax, whom she perceived as a fool.On the day of their divorce, Lax's memories resurfaced, leading him to reclaim the Webells. Five years later, he was startled to observe his doppelgänger standing beside Jane...

They were once an enviable couple of geniuses. She discovered she was terminally ill and, urged by a "friend," decided to break up with her lover. Three years later, at a company party, she encountered the person she loved. Unfortunately, he misunderstood her words from three years ago, leading to various misunderstandings. Moreover, her time was running out...

On the engagement day, Jaydin Collier called off the ceremony to celebrate the birthday of his "female friend". Vivian Buck, who had loved Jaydin for seven years, was heartbroken. She left resolutely. Jaydin thought she was just throwing a tantrum. But when he learned she'd legally married someone else, the always-arrogant Jaydin lost his cool. Vivian was born with a jinx-like curse ability, forbidden from using it on those she loved and has fallen in love with. While chasing Jaydin, the power lay dormant, but returned after their breakup. Now, her words were deadly.

After an unexpected encounter in a bamboo forest, Wendy Jonas became pregnant and later gave birth to quadruplets, two boys and two girls. Her love rival's mother, intent on keeping Wendy and Jake Ethan apart, erased Wendy's memory and left the babies in four distant lands. Eight years later, Wendy, now an amnesiac, crossed paths with Jake once more. Their bond was rekindled and they were about to get married. However, Cecilia Xavier, her love rival, framed her as a deceitful scammer. In the end, Jake punished her to sweep the streets. Meanwhile, the four forsaken babies had grown up into four formidable children. Could their reemergence mend the rift between their Mommy and Daddy, steering their story toward a harmonious and sweet conclusion?

On the fourth anniversary of their marriage, Jodie Glenn holds a press conference to declare her runaway husband, Aidan Langley, officially dead after his four-year disappearance. To her shock, Aidan appears arm in arm with a C-List celebrity at the event. Jodie's best friend introduces her brother, Ramon Gardner - a man who has secretly loved Jodie for years and even endured a disfiguring accident to save her life, ultimately undergoing a face-changing surgery. After divorcing Aidan, Jodie swiftly begins a "baby project" with Ramon. However, Aidan refuses to let go, complicating matters further. As misunderstandings and crises ensue, hidden truths finally come to light. In the end, Jodie and Ramon find their way to true happiness while Aidan faces the punishment he rightfully deserves.

In her previous life, as Carol lay on her deathbed, she realized that her husband, Mathew, and her son, Sam, did not truly love her. This awakening granted her a second chance, and she was reborn seven years after marrying Mathew. In this new life, Carol chose to support Mathew and his beloved, Yuna, while also committing herself to the career she had forsaken in her past.

Tina and James unexpectedly rushed into a flash marriage. After the wedding, Tina worked as a cleaner at Spenser Group, and the couple decided to keep their marriage a secret. At the company, Tina faced discrimination from some colleagues because of her rural background. At the same time, Luna, jealous of Tina's connection with James, repeatedly sabotaged her. However, Tina earned her colleagues' respect through her talent. Over time, Luna continually tried to frame Tina, but James remained her loyal protector. Eventually, Luna's schemes were exposed, and James publicly declared his love for Tina.