When pride meets pragmatism, sparks are inevitable. Sophia Langston, an heiress with a reputation for arrogance, has never let anyone dictate her life. But when a business deal forces her into an arranged marriage with the infuriatingly stoic billionaire Ethan Cross, her carefully curated world is thrown into chaos. Ethan detests everything Sophia stands for-her vanity, her bravado-but beneath her icy exterior, he glimpses a woman who has been hurt and guarded her heart fiercely. As their marriage of convenience unfolds, public pretenses give way to private passions. But when secrets come to light and trust is shattered, will their fragile bond survive? Arrogant Bride is a tale of enemies-to-lovers, sizzling chemistry, and the redemptive power of love.
The door to the Langston estate study slammed open, the sound reverberating like a gunshot.
Sophia Langston strode inside, her designer heels clicking against the marble floor with all the grace and authority of a queen entering her throne room. Her emerald-green dress clung to her frame, a picture of elegance and defiance. But the fire in her eyes was anything but refined.
At the center of the room stood Ethan Cross, the man she'd heard so much about but never cared to meet. He was leaning casually against the grand mahogany desk, one hand tucked into the pocket of his tailored black trousers. His dark eyes met hers, calm and unyielding, as if he'd been expecting this exact storm.
"You're kidding me," Sophia snapped, throwing the folded contract onto the desk. The papers fanned out, bold black letters spelling out marital agreement. "This has to be a joke."
Ethan didn't flinch. He straightened, his broad shoulders towering over her. "Good evening to you too, Miss Langston."
"Don't start with me," she shot back, pointing a manicured finger at him. "You think you can just waltz in here and dictate my life? Do you have any idea who you're dealing with?"
"I believe I do," Ethan said smoothly. His voice was calm, even as hers rose. "Sophia Langston, heir to Langston Global, celebrated for her beauty, sharp tongue, and... arrogance."
Sophia narrowed her eyes. "Careful. I'm not in the mood for flattery."
"Good," Ethan replied, his gaze steady. "Because I'm not here to flatter you. I'm here to make sure your family's company doesn't crumble under the weight of bad decisions."
Her lips curled into a sarcastic smile. "And I suppose marrying you is the only solution to that?"
"It's the best solution," he said without hesitation. "This arrangement benefits both of us. You get to save your family's legacy, and I get-"
"A trophy wife?" she interrupted, her voice dripping with disdain. "Let me guess, you'll parade me around at business dinners to show off your newest acquisition?"
Ethan's jaw tightened, the first crack in his stoic demeanor. "This isn't about vanity. It's about strategy.
Your father needs my resources, and I need the Langston name to cement this partnership. It's a practical solution."
"Practical?" Sophia laughed, the sound sharp and bitter. "You're asking me to sacrifice my life for your convenience. Forgive me if I don't find that particularly appealing."
"Then don't think of it as a sacrifice," Ethan said, stepping closer. His presence filled the space between them, magnetic and overwhelming. "Think of it as a business deal. You're a smart woman, Miss Langston.
Surely you can see the opportunity here."
Sophia's heart pounded, though she refused to let it show. She hated how calm he was, how he spoke to her as though this was just another transaction. But more than that, she hated the part of her that couldn't look away from him-the sharp lines of his face, the confidence in his stance.
"I don't care how you dress it up," she said, her voice low. "This deal is a prison sentence."
Ethan tilted his head, studying her. "A prison? Hardly. You'll keep your freedom, your lifestyle, and your name. All I'm asking is for you to wear a ring and smile when the cameras are on."
Sophia crossed her arms, glaring at him. "And what do you get out of this?"
"Control," Ethan admitted, his honesty catching her off guard. "And trust me, I don't take commitments lightly. If we're going to do this, Miss Langston, we'll both have to play our parts."
Sophia's father, Charles Langston, chose that moment to step into the room. His face was lined with worry, though his voice carried the authority she knew too well. "Sophia, this isn't up for debate. The papers have been drafted, and the wedding date is set."
She whirled on him. "You can't be serious."
"I am," Charles said. "This is bigger than you, Sophia. Langston Global is on the brink, and Ethan's investment is the only thing keeping us afloat. You have a responsibility to this family."
Sophia felt the walls closing in. She turned back to Ethan, her gaze burning with defiance. "Fine," she said through gritted teeth. "I'll marry you. But don't think for a second that this means you've won."
Ethan's lips curved into a faint smile, one that made her blood boil. "Oh, I wouldn't dream of underestimating you."
The tension in the room was palpable as she spun on her heel and stormed out, leaving Ethan and her father in her wake. But even as she walked away, her heart pounded with the realization that this was only the beginning.
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rish beauty diana cantwell meets max von hoffsten heir to a german count and their romance blossoms in the carefree days before the first world war but when they become engaged max father insist on a left handed marriage a custom among the german aristocracy in cases where the bride does not have the required pedigree so though diana will be max eventual title or wealth. give me an outline max and and diana agree to these term and the newlyweds dazzle from ascot to the riviera however as the dark cloud of war gather across europe diana become concerned by her husband unpredictability and what she suspects are sinister secret beneath his family glamorous lifestyle. when war is declared Diana finds herself caught between two sides as her own anglo-lrish family are fighting for the British and max is an officer in German army when max is reported missing presumed dead diana is rejected by is family widowed penniless she set out to rebulid her life.
Clara Henry, the only daughter of the prestigious Henry family, has a life of luxury and privilege. After losing both of her parents in a tragic plane crash, Clara becomes the sole heir to her family's vast fortune. Though outwardly confident and composed, she harbours a romantic dream of finding true love that transcends her wealth. At university, Clara crosses paths with Jack, a middle-class scholar with a hidden agenda. Jack is immediately captivated by her beauty, intelligence, and the allure of her wealth. Intrigued by her innocence and romantic nature, Jack carefully constructs a false identity, claiming to be a man of humble means without ulterior motives. As Clara falls deeply in love with Jack, she believes his story, and the two begin a passionate romance. Jack, however, is using their relationship to gain access to Clara's inheritance. He manipulates her emotions and plays on her trusting nature, eventually managing to secure her wealth. When Clara discovers Jack's betrayal, her world is shattered. She returns to reclaim her life, and in a powerful turn of events, she exposes Jack for the liar he is. With her inheritance and dignity restored, Clara forces Jack to face the consequences of his actions. The novel explores themes of trust, manipulation, love, and the consequences of dishonesty. Clara's journey is one of self-discovery and empowerment, showing that true love cannot be bought and that no one is above the consequences of their actions.
Corinne devoted three years of her life to her boyfriend, only for it to all go to waste. He saw her as nothing more than a country bumpkin and left her at the altar to be with his true love. After getting jilted, Corinne reclaimed her identity as the granddaughter of the town’s richest man, inherited a billion-dollar fortune, and ultimately rose to the top. But her success attracted the envy of others, and people constantly tried to bring her down. As she dealt with these troublemakers one by one, Mr. Hopkins, notorious for his ruthlessness, stood by and cheered her on. “Way to go, honey!”
After three secretive years of marriage, Eliana never met her enigmatic husband until she was served with divorce papers and learned of his extravagant pursuit of another. She snapped back to reality and secured a divorce. Thereafter, Eliana unveiled her various personas: an esteemed doctor, legendary secret agent, master hacker, celebrated designer, adept race car driver, and distinguished scientist. As her diverse talents became known, her ex-husband was consumed by remorse. Desperately, he pleaded, "Eliana, give me another chance! All my properties, even my life, are yours."
Darya spent three years loving Micah, worshipping the ground he walked on. Until his neglect and his family's abuse finally woke her up to the ugly truth-he doesn't love her. Never did, never will. To her, he is a hero, her knight in shining armour. To him, she is an opportunist, a gold digger who schemed her way into his life. Darya accepts the harsh reality, gathers the shattered pieces of her dignity, divorces him, takes back her real name, reclaims her title as the country's youngest billionaire heiress. Their paths cross again at a party. Micah watches his ex-wife sing like an angel, tear up the dance floor, then thwart a lecher with a roundhouse kick. He realises, belatedly, that she's exactly the kind of woman he'd want to marry, if only he had taken the trouble to get to know her. Micah acts promptly to win her back, but discovers she's now surrounded by eligible bachelors: high-powered CEO, genius biochemist, award-winning singer, reformed playboy. Worse, she makes it pretty clear that she's done with him. Micah gears up for an uphill battle. He must prove to her he's still worthy of her love before she falls for someone else. And time is running out.
In the previous life, Maggie Johnson was so cowardly, gullible and stupid that she was coaxed by her fiance and stepsister and then broke her legs and lost everything including her fortune, love and even life. However, she was so lucky that she was reborn in the year before everything happened. Since her life restarted, how could she repeat a previous tragedy? Therefore, in this life, she took the opportunity to improve herself and take revenge on the ones who had ever insulted her. Facing the people who had humiliated her previously, she became smart and experienced to break their frames and tricks that had caused her to hurt in the previous life. Finally, no one could stop her pace to amaze the world any more.
"Is it considered betrayal to develop feelings for your best friend's boyfriend? What about when fate intervenes, and he turns out to be your destined mate? You might think it's luck and thank the moon goddess for such a twist of fate. That's what I believed until the love of my life uttered those dreaded words: 'I want a divorce!' As I stared at the pregnancy test in my hands, I realized it was better to keep my secret to myself. My name is Violet, and this is my story."
After hiding her true identity throughout her three-year marriage to Colton, Allison had committed wholeheartedly, only to find herself neglected and pushed toward divorce. Disheartened, she set out to rediscover her true self-a talented perfumer, the mastermind of a famous intelligence agency, and the heir to a secret hacker network. Realizing his mistakes, Colton expressed his regret. "I know I messed up. Please, give me another chance." Yet, Kellan, a once-disabled tycoon, stood up from his wheelchair, took Allison's hand, and scoffed dismissively, "You think she'll take you back? Dream on."