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Charles Lawson, a talented college graduate from a rural background, marries into the wealthy Campbell family. After joining Glensvalw's Campbell family, he is morally manipulated by his wife Kinsley and dedicates himself to managing Neon Corp. When Charles asks Kinsley for 3,000 dollars to buy a train ticket to visit his parents, she coldly refuses and has her bodyguards take his phone. Worried about their son, Charles' parents die in a highway accident caused by fatigue. After preparing the New Year Eve's dinner for the Campbell family, Charles learns of his parents' death. Unable to endure the oppression, he erupts in anger, overturning the dining table. He then decides to leave his unloving wife and child, abandoning the Campbell family.

Neglected by her biological father and persecuted by her stepmother, Melody Stein finds herself in dire straits. Out of desperation, she forces Riveria's influential figure, Ryan Hunt, into marriage. On their wedding day, Ryan discovers her premarital indiscretion, condemning her for perceived moral decay. After carrying her child for ten months, Melody gives birth, signs the divorce papers, and disappears without a trace.Years later, Melody returns to Riveria, accompanied by her child. "Mr. Hunt, I heard you're in need of a personal doctor?" Ryan willingly takes the bait. "You're hired."Rumors swirl around town—Mr. Hunt has no wife and shows no interest in having a lover, yet he lavishes affection upon his personal doctor like a loyal puppy. He even treats her child of unknown paternity as his own.

Irene Glenn, the sole heir of the Glenn Group, who faced mistreatment after marrying into the Jefferson family. Following her father's unexpected demise, Irene stepped in to inherit the business empire. Encountering the fiery and charismatic Rita, who beared a striking resemblance to her, things take a tumultuous turn. Rita, initially sent by the Jefferson family to harm Irene, ended up switching roles and saving her. As the plot unfolds, relationships evolve, unveiling hidden truths and culminating in a triumphant resolution for all involved.

To support her husband Josh's startup, Cherry secretly funded him for years while managing their home. With her help, Josh found success after six years. As an older mother-to-be, Cherry decided to reveal her role but was met with betrayal. Relatives shamed her under the guise of concern, and when a plot led to her risking preterm labor, Josh dismissed it and abandoned her. Cherry called her brothers for help, delivered her baby safely, and decided to divorce, cutting all business ties. At their child's party, Cherry publicly exposed the scheming women. Josh apologized, and Cherry returned to her family, ready to start a new chapter with her daughter.

Cater Sanders has spent five years building a business with his two childhood friends, Yuan and Ruby. They were once inseparable, and both women were head over heels for him. But everything changes when a smooth-talking, fresh-faced new hire joins the company. In just two months, he charms his way into their hearts and turns them against Cater with his lies. While Cater sacrifices his health, drinking himself into a stomach ulcer to land key deals, Yuan and Ruby choose to side with the newcomer. Their betrayal is the final straw. Heartbroken but determined, Cater decides to sell his shares and leave the company. He returns to his family and agrees to an arranged marriage, vowing to start fresh. Yuan and Ruby think he's just being impulsive and that Cater could never truly walk away—not from the company, and certainly not from them. But what they never expect is to receive an invitation to Cater's wedding…

Two years ago, a devastating fire struck the Lowe family and nearly took Max Lowe's life. His stepsister, whom he had risked his life to save out of the fire, accused him of starting the fire, and everyone believed her. Max, refusing to admit to something he didn't do, chose to live on his own. And now, it seems that the renowned Lowe family has no connection whatsoever to the struggling Max. Stubborn as he is, Max refuses to confess to a crime he didn’t commit. As a result of this, he endures a life of harship, facing constant scorn and bullying. As the weight of these torments grows unbearable, Max finally breaks and climbs to the rooftop one night. At the same time, the truth behind the fire, Stella's true identity, and the infidelity in the remarriage are all reveals to Sean Lowe. When he finally understands the deep disappointment and defeat in his son's eyes, he tries to offer Max the coming-of-age gift he deserves. But all he finds are the words Max left on the rooftop: "Dad, in these eighteen years, have you ever been proud of me, even for a second?"

Susan Todd, heiress of the wealthy Todds, was abducted as a child and subsequently rescued by Hans Lawson. In gratitude, she marries Hans, who is now the CEO of Lawson Group. Hans has been searching for the little girl with whom he made a marriage pact back then. Unaware that Susan is the one, Hans forces her to divorce, only to be overcome by regret when Susan reveals her true identity later on.

The humble villager, Charles Leigh, was forced to jump off a building after requesting his unpaid wages from Mark Zabel to fund his son's tuition fees. Eight years later, his son, Zachary Leigh, has become a successful man and is set to marry Mark's daughter, Winona Zabel. Meanwhile, Charles, who broke his leg in the fall, can't afford treatment and now makes a living by planting vegetables. Upon hearing about his son's wedding, he rushes to the hotel to join the ceremony. However, Zachary despises him and refuses to acknowledge him as his father.

Lydia’s lifelong dream is to become a pastry chef and make lives sweeter with her desserts - yet her own life is full of bitterness and suffering. Things change when the billionaire Scott shows up, and with a little white lie, changes Lydia’s fate. Lydia has no idea it all started with her kindness five years ago…

Amelia Russo has loved Shawn Butler for many years, but his heart remains steadfast in its longing for his first love. Determined, Amelia gracefully steps aside to make room for that woman.Shawn deludes into believing his happiness lies in Amelia's absence and jolts by an unexpected revelation upon receiving her medical card. "Shawn Butler, as the final days of my life trickle away, I no longer choose to waste my love on you."

Ann Hale, a 30-year-old woman, worked hard to fund her boyfriend's tuition fees. However, as soon as her boyfriend graduated, he mercilessly dumped her, clinging to a wealthy heiress. He even insulted her by saying that no one would want an older woman as their girlfriend. In a surprising twist of events, Ann crosses paths with a billionaire in disguise. As they get to know each other better, they gradually fall in love and become a married couple. When Ann meets her despicable ex-boyfriend again, he is still a lowly worker, while she has become the prestigious CEO's wife.

As the only daughter of the Merrick family, Kirsty Merrick bears the responsibility of marrying into the prestigious Bartley family to lead the Merrick family to new heights, as carefully orchestrated by her mother Evanna Taylor. Kirsty successfully secures a betrothal with Morgan Bartley, the playboy son of the Bartley family's second heir. Unknown to Kirsty, Morgan has been secretly involved with Jess Merrick, Kirsty's only friend who grew up with her in an orphanage. Years later, when brought back to the Merrick family, the kindhearted Kirsty could not bear to abandon Jess, and thus pleaded with her parents to take Jess in as well. Now, Jess has begun an affair with Kirsty's fiance Morgan. To get back at Morgan, Kirsty designs a plan to seduce and intoxicate Nicolai Bartley, the young CEO of the Bartley Group, leading to the start of a dangerous "underground affair."

Fabian Lynch has been framed, and his entire family was wiped out by a mysterious person. In his darkest hour, a young woman pulled him from the brink. Five years later, he makes a grand comeback as the Northern King, excelling in both medicine and martial arts. He not only seeks his savior to repay the favor but also strikes back fiercely at his enemies. He vows to exact revenge for what has happened to him in the past. However, things aren't as simple as they seem to be...

Gavin Moregard has been nurturing and caring for his wife Natalie Langford throughout their marriage. However, his devotion hasn't been reciprocated; instead, it has emboldened Natalie to become increasingly domineering. The breaking point comes when Natalie forces Gavin to drink her foot-washing water. This degrading act triggers the explosion of all the suppressed conflicts in their dysfunctional marriage...

Emily Porter, an ordinary housewife, finds herself shunned by her mother-in-law for giving birth to a daughter instead of a son. Her husband, Joe Baker, driven by greed for a hefty insurance payout, conspires with his lover to murder Emily. In a calculated move, Joe stages a car accident that leaves Emily in a vegetative state. In a shocking turn of events, he goes as far as to bury his comatose wife alive, only to rush off to marry his mistress moments later. But fate has a twist in store, as Emily awakens, ready to seek justice and reclaim her life.

A successful, savvy CEO is betrayed by her fiancé, who cheats with another woman. Discovering the affair before her wedding, she boldly marries a seemingly ordinary waiter in front of stunned guests. Unbeknownst to all, the 'waiter' is actually a powerful CEO incognito, who quietly supports her through her company's crises, proving that her lost love has been beside her all along. Through trials, they rediscover trust and love, ready to face the future together.

Avril Jepsen enters the book to cure a terminal illness and has a son, Josh Snow, with the male lead, Mitch Snow. But when Josh and Hannah Reed stop her from marrying Mitch, Avril leaves, causing Josh and Mitch to fall into darkness. Returning to the book at the system’s request, Avril unexpectedly brings her real-world son, Finn Grant, with her. She rejects Mitch and plans to leave after Josh's birthday. Mitch tries to stop her, but her husband, Noah Grant, arrives just in time to take her back. Avril returns to her life, and eventually, the fictional world also returns to peace.

Sally Brown faced betrayal on her wedding day by her sister and fiancé. However, for the sake of her family's reputation, she was forced to endure it silently. Having been an obedient woman for over 20 years, she chose to spend a night with another man. Initially considering it a mere one-night stand, Sally soon realizes she has unwittingly involved herself with someone untouchable. This man, radiating a bandit-like aura, seeks not only her body but also to occupy her heart.