Crystal Leonardi has always been mourned since childhood: she lost her beloved Papa, Mama suffered from breast cancer, so she had surgery, but the circumstances didn't give her up. The brave girl has run a series of jobs, so she can survive. In the middle of the tired of having a job done, and taking care of parents, Nona, the female's nickname, must face the bitter reality when Rico broke their relationship for silly reasons. In front of her mama, she always tried to be strong, so it didn't look sad, but it still got caught. A few years later, Nona is determined not to fall in love, even though many men were close. All rejections are being made because of heartbreak trauma. When things went well, she had moved on and made a special relationship. Suddenly, an unexpected ex-boyfriend resurfaced. How did Nona react after meeting Rico? Can she avoid the charm of the former? Which man will get the heart of that pretty and firm woman? Find the answer in this novel.
Hello all! Nice to meet you, my name is Crystal Leonardi. Welcome to my story and if I can say, this story is not only a story, but a journey of my life. How? You can know after you read this introduction.
Before going any further, I want to ask you: Who here has never been materialistic? Ah, it seems that it is rare for people, especially women, to admit that they are materialistic. To me, people who don't confess are hypocrites. Oops, why is your face so red, lips pursed, and ready to be angry? Am I wrong? If yes, why do you upset? LOL! I got you, hypocrite!
Okay, then, the question was changed to who, anyway, doesn't like the money? Come on, don't be shy about admitting it! Everything costs money, so it's natural, right, for us, more accurately, if I love it?
What? You don't love money? Let me ask you, you must answer this question with honesty: which one is better crying in the luxury car or walking on foot? Me? I will choose the first actually. Come on, crying in the luxury car is better than walking alone on foot. At least, no one can see your tears, except you have a driver to drive the car.
By the way, what is your answer? Remember, all must be answered honestly because if not, you only fool yourself not me. Honesty is very expensive, rare, and if the simple questions above can't be answered, how about being honest with yourself?
Why are you still reading this preamble? Curious, huh? Hahaha.... okay, I will write serious sentences and you can read them carefully. I do not care if you agree or disagree with me, but believe me, this is from my personal experience.
Have you, anyone reading this story, ever felt the pain of being insulted. Even humiliated by someone, or a group of people because they don't have a lot of money or are less capable? The worst thing is, he is your boyfriend! The person who was supposed to be the best friend to share a story with instead becomes a stumbling block, even makes self-confidence die instantly.
Lucky for them, if they have a good lover, understanding, very supportive, even he becomes a rock for the woman. As a woman, I can say that I feel jealous of you. Keep that man, and if you can, marry him immediately! This is serious and I do not play games.
You must have known at the beginning, that my name is Crystal Leonardi. You can call me Nona. The call is only for family and close friends. Apart from them, definitely call out first names. Why? Do you want protested because there is a difference between a full name and a nickname that can be so far apart? Do not protest! My life is my rules!
I am the only child in my family. It means that I do not have any brothers or sisters. My parents already passed away. It was hurting my heart and became the darkest side of my life, but I never give up on myself, my life, nor my dream.
Perhaps, some of you are curious: where is my aunt or uncle? Good question, but it is difficult to explain. I do not have any in this city, nor this country, because I live alone. Father's side and five uncles from my mother's side. I often contact them, and vice versa, it's just that we are very rarely together, so it does not matter to me, because I am strong brave, and independent enough.
Maybe, you will think I'm arrogant, too proud of myself, or various other bad opinions. Well, I can't blame you. But you have to remember that you do not know me well, and this is just the beginning chapter of my story. If you are one of my close friends, you would know how difficult my life was..
I don't know if the one reading this story is male or female. Before you open the next chapter, I have to warn you one thing: If you guys are brave enough to have a crush on Nona, you must remember it carefully, even remember if necessary, I love money so much. So, if a man has a mediocre income, step aside! I do not need you! Life is cruel, Honey! Remember, yes, even the dead need money for burial costs, let alone the living.
I don't need the protest of a self-righteous human. Just sit, relax, and continue to read my story. Now, I will take you in my world, so you know, why I love money so much.
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Forget the story of a bad boy with a good girl and vice versa. It's so ancient! Supposedly, playboys meet playgirls, so they can repent! "Aha! Finally, I got you, Miss. Do you still remember who I am? Now you have to pay for all your mistakes!" said Giancarlo quietly. He used a threatening tone in the girl's ear as he grabbed her right hand. "What did you mean? I have never known you!" Verina denied. She tried to release her gripped hands, but to no avail. Verina Astokova was surprised when she met a handsome man at a dance mask party. The man is a man she once slapped in a restaurant when her friend gave her a challenge while playing truth or dare. The incident had a fatal outcome: Giancarlo broke up with his lover, resulting in a grudge in his heart. He vows to find Verina, as well as make calculations. When fate brings the playboy and playgirl together, what will they do next? Will there be a genuine love story or just mere lust? Find the answer in this novel.
Two years ago, Ricky found himself coerced into marrying Emma to protect the woman he cherished. From Ricky's perspective, Emma was despicable, resorting to underhanded schemes to ensure their marriage. He maintained a distant and cold attitude toward her, reserving his warmth for another. Yet, Emma remained wholeheartedly dedicated to Ricky for more than ten years. As she grew weary and considered relinquishing her efforts, Ricky was seized by a sudden fear. Only when Emma's life teetered on the edge, pregnant with Ricky's child, did he recognize-the love of his life had always been Emma.
Janet was adopted when she was a kid -- a dream come true for orphans. However, her life was anything but happy. Her adoptive mother taunted and bullied her all her life. Janet got the love and affection of a parent from the old maid who raised her. Unfortunately, the old woman fell ill, and Janet had to marry a worthless man in place of her parents' biological daughter to meet the maid's medical expenses. Could this be a Cinderella's tale? But the man was far from a prince, except for his handsome appearance. Ethan was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family who lived a reckless life and barely made ends meet. He got married to fulfill his mother's last wish. However, on his wedding night, he had an inkling that his wife was different from what he had heard about her. Fate had united the two people with deep secrets. Was Ethan truly the man we thought he was? Surprisingly, he bore an uncanny resemblance to the impenetrable wealthiest man in the city. Would he find out that Janet married him in place of her sister? Would their marriage be a romantic tale or an utter disaster? Read on to unravel Janet and Ethan's journey.
Sawyer, the world's top arms dealer, stunned everyone by falling for Maren—the worthless girl no one respected. People scoffed. Why chase a useless pretty face? But when powerful elites began gathering around her, jaws dropped. "She's not even married to him yet—already cashing in on his power?" they assumed. Curious eyes dug into Maren's past... only to find she was a scientific genius, a world-renowned medical expert, and heiress to a mafia empire. Later, Sawyer posted online. "My wife treats me like the enemy. Any advice?"
Elena, once a pampered heiress, suddenly lost everything when the real daughter framed her, her fiancé ridiculed her, and her adoptive parents threw her out. They all wanted to see her fall. But Elena unveiled her true identity: the heiress of a massive fortune, famed hacker, top jewelry designer, secret author, and gifted doctor. Horrified by her glorious comeback, her adoptive parents demanded half her newfound wealth. Elena exposed their cruelty and refused. Her ex pleaded for a second chance, but she scoffed, “Do you think you deserve it?” Then a powerful magnate gently proposed, “Marry me?”
Rachel used to think that her devotion would win Brian over one day, but she was proven wrong when his true love returned. Rachel had endured it all—from standing alone at the altar to dragging herself to the hospital for an emergency treatment. Everyone thought she was crazy to give up so much of herself for someone who didn’t return her feelings. But when Brian received news of Rachel’s terminal illness and realized she didn’t have long to live, he completely broke down. "I forbid you to die!" Rachel just smiled. She no longer needed him. "I will finally be free."
Rena got into an entanglement with a big shot when she was drunk one night. She needed Waylen's help while he was drawn to her youthful beauty. As such, what was supposed to be a one-night stand progressed into something serious. All was well until Rena discovered that Waylen's heart belonged to another woman. When his first love returned, he stopped coming home, leaving Rena all alone for many nights. She put up with it until she received a check and farewell note one day. Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life." But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!" "Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line." The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring. Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you."