the price ceo pays for love

Six years ago, Ethan Gray left his rural hometown to study overseas, leaving behind his aging parents and his beloved girlfriend, Luna Kurt. Now, returning as the wealthiest man, he is devastated to find that Luna has gone missing. Through relentless searching, he finally finds Luna. She had been trafficked and subjected to unimaginable torments, leaving her psyche irreparably damaged. Despite her condition, Ethan refuses to give up on her. He takes Luna to numerous specialists, searching tirelessly for a way to help her heal. After facing numerous challenges together, Luna's mental state begins to improve, and their love story finally finds its long-awaited happy ending.

Liam Chandler, an ace pilot, adopted Sophie Adams and Yvette Cruz. Initially, he believed he could forge a perfect future with them, but the complicated entanglements involving the two girls and William Lynch forced him to sacrifice his honor and venture into space. Three years later, Liam fell in love with Eleanor Lloyd, while both Sophie and Yvette eventually recognized the error of their past actions. Ultimately, William Lynch's misdeeds were exposed, and he was duly punished.

After an accident leaves Hana Sutter in a coma, she awakens to find herself deeply entangled in a conspiracy orchestrated by her husband, Quentin Hirst, and his assistant, Blanca White. Upon uncovering the truth, she confides in her best friend, Kitty, and together they plan their revenge.

Samuel Young and Lucy Pincott met, grew close, and eventually tied the knot. However, an unexpected incident on their wedding day altered the course of their future…

Wendy Jackson has been in a long-distance relationship with Henry Gray for four years. Since graduating from high school, Wendy has gone abroad to further her studies. To avoid making Henry feel inferior, she has kept her true identity under wraps, claiming she comes from an ordinary family. Throughout their relationship, Wendy has always believed that Henry loves her. However, when she sees Henry holding Nancy Jackson's hand at the class reunion, she finally realizes she has been wrong. Nancy, the foster daughter of the Jacksons, has been using the identity of the heiress to gain benefits. At the class reunion meal, she bullies Wendy along with the other classmates. But the moment Wendy's three brothers show up, everyone is left utterly stunned.

Three months ago, Hans Jerome went abroad to see a doctor. That night, his wife Brea Winston got drunk and slept with a male escort. Three months later, Brea found she was pregnant. She was afraid that Hans might get mad and want to kill her, so she was going to have an abortion. But, at the moment when the surgery was about to start, Hans got into the operating room, and the baby turned out to be...

Graysen Grimes is consumed by grief over his late wife, leading the family nanny, Caitlin, to believe she'll become the next Mrs. Grimes. While Graysen is away, Caitlin moves her relatives into the mansion. She seizes control of Graysen Group, running the company into the ground. When Graysen discovers the betrayal, the shock makes him collapse—he's hospitalized. While he's unconscious, Caitlin even kidnaps his only daughter Janessa... After regaining consciousness, Graysen exposes Caitlin's deception. In retaliation, she secretly works with rival corporations to sabotage his business. In the end, justice prevails—Caitlin lands in prison while Graysen Group makes a triumphant IPO.

Lily was kicked out of her home by her stepmother and stepsister, leaving her with nothing. Through sheer determination, she built her own business from the ground up. Three years later, to elevate her lover’s financial status and position, she secured a contract worth over ten billion for his company. However, due to an unexpected twist, the contract was intercepted by someone else. Under his mother’s influence, her weak-willed lover cheated on her and demanded a divorce. Amidst the turmoil of the divorce, Lily met another man, someone truly deserving of her love, and together they navigated through the crisis.

The Empress's daughter, Xia Yan, was forced to leave the palace at birth. The Emperor searched for her for seven years, only for her stepsister to assume her identity in her stead. Determined to prove who she truly is, Xia Yan becomes the youngest magistrate, solving cases and eventually capturing the Emperor's attention. With the help of Zhuge Bowen, she reclaims her rightful identity and all that belongs to her.

Rescued by Gabriel three years prior, Jennifer Gibson marries him, only to face betrayal from his family. Jennifer, aiding Gabriel in secret, realizes their deceit. Three years later, she awakens to reclaim her status as the Wealthiest Heiress.

Jennifer was originally a wealthy young lady who mistakenly thought Eldridge had helped her and fell in love with him. She concealed her identity, silently supporting the poor Eldridge. However, just as Eldridge was about to achieve success, he abandoned Jennifer to marry a wealthy young lady in order to advance his career. Eldridge and his family treated Jennifer as a thorn in their side, insulting and defaming her in front of numerous dignitaries. Once Jennifer understood the truth, she revealed her identity as the daughter of the richest man, humiliating Eldridge back. Eldridge and his despicable family regretted their actions and tried to appease her, but it was too late. Jennifer loudly proclaimed to the world that Eldridge was unworthy of her. At the same time, Herschel, the man who was engaged to Jennifer in their childhood, found her and spared no effort to seek revenge on her behalf, fulfilling his wish and eventually winning her heart.

Kimber Klein, a janitor, goes to pick up her child as usual, but she's humiliated by her former classmate, Lara Spencer. On her way home, a convoy of luxury cars passes by, and she learns that her father, who abandoned her and her mother, is now the richest man in the country. Kimber doesn't believe it. Her father, Ronan Klein, hands her a black card and leaves. Kimber takes her child to a high-end restaurant, only to be humiliated again by Lara. When she tries to use the black card, it gets declined, and Lara mocks her and demands she lick her shoes. For her child's sake, Kimber complies. Just then, Ronan's men arrive and turn the situation around. Kimber finally realizes she is truly the daughter of a billionaire, kicking off her journey of revenge and reclaiming her rightful place.

Nadia Hart was born into a poor family in the countryside, yet she managed to earn a spot at a prestigious university after her parents humbled themselves to secure her tuition. Determined to make a name for herself, Nadia swore she'd bring honor to her family. Years later, as a successful professional, she returns to develop her village—only to face accusations of disgrace. Little do they know, she is the very person they now hope to befriend: the director of Smith Corp.

After being betrayed and left for dead by her sister Cathy Bane, Summer Bane loses her memory. She starts a new life, helping Salem Pike build his company, only to suffer domestic abuse. Once her memory returns, Summer transforms into a business tycoon. Following her divorce, she rises to prominence through her own capabilities, determined to find her would-be murderer. In a surprising twist, she uncovers her sister Cathy's conspiracy. Summer's bold return shocks the Bane family, and she ultimately exposes Cathy’s crimes, sending her to prison. Meanwhile, Summer rekindles her relationship with Rory Falk, embarking on a new chapter in her life.

Six years later, Elizabeth Dale returns to the country with her three kids. During that one-night stand back then, the man left behind a ring for her. Just when her three kids want to use the ring to look for their father, the ring surprisingly goes missing.

Jayden was born into an incredibly wealthy family. His mother is the world's richest woman, and his three sisters are powerhouse leaders in finance, the military, and healthcare. Despite all this, Jayden finds himself in love with his childhood friend, Xenia. One day, when Xenia is about to be hit by a car, Jayden rushes to save her, but in the process, he sustains a severe injury to his sciatic nerve. Doctors initially declare him permanently paralyzed, but his mother spares no expense, hiring a top-tier medical team to help him recover. To test whether Xenia truly loves him, Jayden's mother encourages him to fake his paralysis and continue his relationship with her. Just before their wedding, Jayden decides to stand up from his wheelchair in front of everyone. However, to his shock, he catches Xenia in a compromising situation with his best friend, John, just days before their big day...

After losing her father, Nora Smith moves with her mother into the Lowe family, where she suffers constant bullying from her stepbrothers and relentless humiliation. Her mother urges her to remain silent, but everything changes when she discovers her stepfather's plan to marry her off to her lazy stepbrother, Xavier Lowe. Refusing to accept this fate, Nora hides her acceptance to a top university and escapes, taking on odd jobs to support herself while secretly pursuing her studies. Years later, her exceptional talent catches the attention of Rivelle's leading company, Grant Corp, which funds her studies abroad. Now, at 27, Nora returns as a powerful and influential figure, determined to reclaim her life.

My husband Martin, overwhelmed with compassion, swapped our newborn daughter with Monica's, who had a congenital heart disease, claiming we were wealthy and should help. Our real daughter, abused by Monica, attempted suicide but was saved. When I confronted Martin, he justified his actions as sympathy for a friend and accused me of being heartless. Unable to tolerate, I divorced him and had them both imprisoned!