love is not a choice

Jodie Walsh finds herself transmigrated into a romance novel as the ex-wife who got screwed over. The original character spent five years in an arranged marriage with a CEO tyrant, giving him everything—money, property, her whole heart—only to end up with her family destroyed and herself behind bars. And it gets worse. Her parents, best friend, childhood friends, and basically everyone connected to her was just cannon fodder in the story. Well, time for Jodie to roll up her sleeves and rewrite this mess. Mr. Hotshot CEO? She's going to see how mighty he is after bankruptcy. The pure, innocent female lead? Honey, let's add some darkness to that light. Her parents jumping to their deaths? Not in her version. They'll be doing the disco on her ex-mother-in-law's grave instead. Her bestie killed by her abusive husband? Hmm... such a "wonderful" husband. Let's save him for the female lead's bestie. Her broke aristocratic childhood friends? Here, one business opportunity each, and boom, instant CEOs, easy peasy. And the supposed villain? With that face and those abs? No one's going to object to him being the male protagonist. What's that? You're asking what makes her so badass? Jodie beckons to the mafia boss. "Babe, you tell them." "Simple." Mafia boss grins. "She's the boss lady."

As the wealthiest man in Hythe City, Vince Graham could hardly believe that Eirlys Barkley, whom he had despised and disliked, was actually the woman he had encountered that night six years ago. Vince deeply regretted his previous actions towards her. Six years earlier, he had been sabotaged by a competitor and, through an unfortunate turn of events, had a sexual encounter with a drugged woman. Upon waking, Vince split his family heirloom ring in two, gave half to the woman, and hastily left. Unbeknownst to him, this scene was witnessed by the cunning Estelle Barkley. Taking advantage of the situation, Estelle pretended to be Eirlys and moved into the Graham household. She even secretly took away one of the children Eirlys had given birth to.

In her past life, Olivia was hopelessly in love with Declan Murphy, giving him everything she had, only to be abandoned. On her deathbed, she finally realizes Jake Parker's unspoken love for her—and regrets not seeing it sooner. Now reborn, she's determined to distance herself from the toxic Declan and make things right with Jake. But Declan, smug and self-assured, mistakes her intentions, thinking she's playing hard to get. When his true identity is uncovered, he faces the consequences. In the end, Olivia and Jake begin a new chapter, living a life filled with love and happiness.

Six years ago, Luke Kranz gave his life to protect Ava Ewing. Ever since, she has carried the weight of both her family and career alone, tirelessly struggling to save enough for her daughter Ellie’s heart surgery. Just when she thought she had no time for anything else, Evan Foster returns after years abroad, reentering her life with unresolved resentment and buried emotions. Unable to let go of the past, he keeps pushing her, testing her boundaries, and stirring up everything she tried to leave behind.

Rachel Jenson's story of how she finds herself in love, family, and career after experiencing family betrayal, memory loss, and mistaken identity, ultimately achieving self-redemption and growth.

Harry Grimes steps down as Chairman of a billion-dollar company to support his wife Gwen. While backing her business behind the scenes, he also takes care of everything at home. But to his heartbreak, Gwen takes both him and their daughter Coco for granted. She neglects Coco and fails to fulfill duties of a mother. Her relationship with her sworn brother grows increasingly inappropriate.After countless disappointments, Harry finally makes the painful decision to end their marriage.

Alina, the true Windsor heiress, lost at three, was replaced by Angela. Found years later, Alina faced Angela's schemes and family alienation. After a tragic death, she was reborn, left the Windsors, and forged her own path. The family, through coincidences, realized her true love and regretted their actions.

Three years ago, Fay Hugh, Commander of Vortex, was unexpectedly injured. A misunderstanding led her to believe that Noel Bruce was her savior, igniting a love for him that would change her life. She concealed her identity, setting up a humble stall in the marketplace, opting to live a simple life with him. However, Noel, burdened by gambling debts, conspired with his mistress, Joe Watt, to sell Fay to a local bully. Just as the bully arrived to claim her at her stall, her three long-lost brothers found her whereabouts and travelled thousands of miles to reach the marketplace.

After the divorce, Ella Blaine's ex-husband, John Jones, asked, "We were married for a year. Did you ever love me?""No!" Ella replied, walking away without a hint of hesitation.Later, a manipulative friend revealed a pregnancy involving John's child. Ella responded by exposing his infertility secret.Years later, when questioned about Ella's decision to marry the seemingly perfect Zac Smith, Ella, with unwavering confidence, declares, "If I can't be his bride, I'll be his new mother. Will he dare not to marry?"

Jessica Jensen, originally a carefree rich girl, enjoyed the love and protection of her family. However, for the sake of love, she gave up wealth and chose to marry the poor Albert. Ignoring her family's objections, she cut off all contact with them and strived to be a good wife. Unfortunately, Albert cheated on her with her sister, Nana Jensen. This betrayal plunged Jessica into deep pain and despair. Reconnecting with her family, Jessica poured out her grievances and pain. Her father then decided to host a grand feast to welcome her back to the family and seek revenge for her. At the feast, Nana, dressed to impress, believed she was the star of the event, expecting the family to recognize her as a distant relative. Nana used the occasion to show off, but Jessica's three childhood friends appeared one by one, confirming Jessica's identity and shattering Nana's dreams. However, Nana spread rumors that Jessica had inappropriate relationships with the three friends. Jessica's father stepped in, ready to expose everything. Yet Jessica stopped him, choosing to take revenge herself. In the storm of her life, Jessica bravely faced the challenges. Rather than depending on her family, she decided to take up arms and fight back against the betrayers and rumor-mongers. In this battle of revenge, she would emerge victorious with her own strength.

Once cherished as the beloved daughter of the prestigious Chandler family, Claire's life was shattered when she was abducted by a jealous woman named Quintus, who replaced her with her own daughter, Shelly.Raised by Clarence, the master of the Clearheart Temple, Claire grew into a prodigy in the mystical arts.Years later, she was brought back into the Chandler family. Threatened by Claire's return, Shelly conspired with her mother to sabotage her, ultimately leading to Claire's brutal death.But fate had other plans. Reborn through ancient rituals, Claire returned with a burning desire for vengeance.Joining forces with Shawn Jackson, a formidable tycoon with hidden depths,she set out to dismantle the dark sorcery that had controlled her fate. With the support of the Clearheart Temple, Claire revealed the twisted secrets of Shelly and her mother,freeing her biological parents from their evil manipulation.With the darkness behind them, Claire and Shawn embraced the life they were always destined to share.

Rita unexpectedly married her best friend's brother, who left for work abroad immediately after. A year later, she became a top lawyer. The firm was acquired by a mysterious CEO, the perfect man to everyone. Unbeknownst to Rita, he was her absent husband. Misunderstandings led him to seek divorce, yet he was increasingly drawn to Rita, unaware she was the one he desired.

Charles Levi becomes a vegetable after an accident, forcing Daisy Greg to marry Charles in place of her sister Ina Greg. On the eve of their wedding, Daisy learns that her mother's death was caused by Ina and vows to seek revenge by assuming Mrs. Levi's identity. However, on the first night of their marriage, Charles suddenly awakens, only to fall into a critical condition afterwards... Daisy is then driven out as if she's a jinx.

Stephanie's grandmother fell ill and needed surgery. In order to raise the funds for her surgery as quickly as possible, Stephanie heeded someone's advice and decided to marry, but she ended up marrying the wrong person—a hasty marriage to Yusuf, the heir of the Hughes Group. A year later, they met again but failed to recognize each other. Through numerous trials and tribulations, they fell in love with each other and eventually discovered that they were each other's marriage partner from a year ago. Despite this twist of fate, their bond deepened, and they embarked on a lifelong journey together, hand in hand.

Estella Graham, who was pure and kind, was discovered not to be the biological daughter of the Graham family. All of a sudden, Estella became a fake daughter who everyone shouted for. Not only did his childhood sweetheart, fiancé Hanrick Scott, get involved with the real daughter Marina Graham, but he was also drugged by Hanrick and had a one night stand with Elijah Scott, the chief executive of the Scott family. After waking up, Estella Graham knew everything and resolutely left the Graham family to seek refuge with his best friend. What she didn't know was that Elijah could only relieve his mania on Estella, so he kept investigating her who had a one night stand with him at that time...

Luna Segler, the long-lost daughter of the Segler family, was brought back into the family as she grew up. However, upon returning from a business trip, she accidentally discovered her fiancé and sister Joey having an affair. Filled with anger, Luna confronted them, only to be scolded by her own father. Utterly disappointed, Luna went to a bar to confide in a friend. Little did she know, due to her friend's ill-advised suggestion, she ended up impulsively marrying Anders Furan, the head of the Furan family. As the two individuals, each hiding their own secrets, navigate their concealed truths, what kind of romantic sparks will fly between Luna and Anders?

Hope Ellison, an andrologist, unexpectedly encounters Devin Heath, the heir to a wealthy family. To clear her wrongly accused father’s name, she conceals her identity as the daughter of a former billionaire and agrees to a marriage of convenience with Devin, who is being pressured into marriage by his grandmother. Despite their initial animosity, their time together fosters genuine feelings, and after overcoming numerous challenges, they reveal the truth and find happiness together.

As Chairwoman of an international conglomerate, Nancy hid her identity to pursue her dreams and discreetly supported Raymond, who betrayed her. Rushing into a marriage of convenience with a painter, she unknowingly married her long-time fiancé, Stewart. Amid hidden identities, their love blossoms, leading to a battle against TV villains and betrayal. Nancy ultimately revealed her true self and found her real savior in Stewart, living happily ever after.