bound by vendetta: sleeping with the enemy

Lucille Tripp, once enjoying a privileged life as the eldest daughter of the Tripp family, finds herself in a difficult situation after her family's sudden downfall. In a bid to restore her family's status, she is forced into a marriage arrangement with Wilford Kincaid, the CEO of the Kincaid family's company.

I trust you because I've known you for ten years longer than they have.

In a quiet, peaceful town, Carmine Dunham lives a simple yet heartwarming life with her grandmother. Every inch of this place, every breath of air, is filled with their shared laughter and warm memories. However, the wheels of fate begin to turn, and unavoidable circumstances force Carmine to leave the beloved town where she grew up and start anew in an unfamiliar environment. At this critical turning point in her life, her grandmother’s advice becomes her guiding light. Following her grandmother’s wishes, Carmine quickly marries Cain Quigley, the grandson of her grandmother’s best friend. This should have been a time filled with sweetness and anticipation, but as soon as they receive their marriage certificate, Cain is called overseas for work, leaving Carmine to navigate newlywed life alone. The joy of marriage has barely bloomed in Carmine’s heart before it is overshadowed by loneliness and uncertainty. With no time to plan a future together, Carmine is left to face the ups and downs of life on her own. Without her husband’s support and companionship, she must be stronger and braver. Yet, Carmine is not defeated by her circumstances. With a glimmer of hope for the future, she strives to adapt to the sudden changes and courageously faces each challenge life throws her way. Although the road ahead is filled with uncertainty, she believes that as long as she holds on to the warmth and hope within her heart, a brighter tomorrow will eventually come.

Natalie Johnson, facing hefty medical expenses for her ailing mother, was compelled to sell her virginity to Murphy Chambers. However, after receiving the money, she arrived too late as her mother had passed away. Forced by Rebecca, Natalie was sent abroad and discovered she was pregnant a few months later, mistakenly believing she had a stillborn. Many years later, Natalie returned as a renowned international designer and crossed paths with Albert, Murphy's son. What will happen among them?

Desperate and out of options, a father sells his daughter to a ruthless butcher. The transaction ends in tragedy, leaving the girl deaf and mute. Soon after, the heartless butcher vanishes without a trace, leaving her simple-minded man to raise her. Years later, while struggling to make a living, she uncovers a shocking truth - the wealthy and influential head of the Glynnes is, in fact, her long-lost biological father.

Twenty years ago, a sudden flood swept through Reid Village, and Daphne Frost's husband, Alfie Reid, disappeared in the raging waters while trying to fight the disaster, leaving her behind with their two children. Since then, Daphne has struggled to raise them on her own, enduring countless hardships over the years. Now, twenty years later, her children have grown up, but instead of gratitude, they shockingly try to force their mother into marrying a greedy, lecherous brute. Her son is only interested in money, while her daughter seeks an internship through the brute's connections. Both siblings relentlessly pressure their mother to go through with the wedding. Yet, deep in her heart, Daphne remains loyal to her missing husband and refuses to marry.

After graduating high school, Christi takes a job at a club to make ends meet. A one-night stand with Carlos Johnson leaves her unexpectedly pregnant, and she raises her daughter on her own. When her daughter gets injured and is taken to the hospital, Carlos's mother—a respected medical professor—recognizes their family heirloom. This leads Carlos to his child, and he steps in to care for both Christi and their daughter. As Christi faces false accusations and struggles with her complicated family ties, Carlos stays by her side, protecting her through it all.

Thanks to his master's arranged marriage, Xander Yates embarks on a journey into the city to find his betrothed bride and encounters a series of remarkable adventures. Dedicated to dispensing justice, he uses his skills in acupuncture to earn a living and save lives along the way. Those who provoke him will be struck, while those who show him love will be cherished! Meanwhile, the captivating beauty, Lea Russ, harbors a secret affection for him. As Xander wanders into the bustling chaos of city life, his skills in medicine and martial arts help him gain power and influence. Yet, amidst it all, he yearns for the simplicity of the mountains…

Sally Yale, a billionaire's daughter, used her family's influence to force Trent Hunt into a loveless marriage with her for years. After her family went bankrupt, she was kicked out by her in-laws, who were eager for grandchildren. Before leaving, Sally realized she was pregnant. However, the doctor informed her that her eldest son's life was at stake. Helplessly, she left him with Trent and ran away with the other nine children. Five years later, she returned to search for her eldest son. Suddenly, Trent obsessively pursued her. Finally, with the help of their adorable children, the two recognized their true feelings and reunited.

William Larson is once a successful businessman, but after going bankrupt, he becomes a window cleaner. One day, he accidentally witnesses a man and a woman having an affair, and the woman’s bunny ear headband and a small red flower mark on her body make him suspect his wife, Yvette Jones, is cheating. When he sees the same mark on Yvette, his doubts grow. Soon, William finds a tampered paternity test and begins questioning if his daughter, Jane, is really his. But after further investigation, he discovers that Yvette hasn’t been unfaithful. Things take another turn when William sees a mysterious man giving his daughter a blood transfusion at the hospital. Shocked and confused, William realizes someone has been secretly watching their lives all along.

While working part-time as a delivery girl, Trudy accidentally stumbled upon her boyfriend and her sister registering for marriage. Heartbroken, she rushed into a flash marriage with Henry, an Ubor driver. Henry agreed to marry Trudy to appease his mother's pressure for him to settle down, but he had been holding onto a promise he made five years ago to the girl who saved his life. In their marriage, Henry hid his true identity, but as they spent time together, he gradually became attracted to Trudy and realized his feelings for her. At the same time, under Henry's care, Trudy's heart began to open up to him, and she unexpectedly found herself falling for him. Just as Trudy worked hard to earn money and nurture their marriage, she discovered a shocking secret: this handsome Ubor driver was actually a billionaire CEO! Even more astonishing, Trudy was the girl from five years ago!

Wealthy socialite Sharon escaped an arranged marriage to seek her estranged boyfriend, Yale. Hiding her identity, she worked as a hotel maid at her family's hotel to make ends meet, and encountered her university friend Nina, who impersonated her as the heiress of York Corporation. Nina wore Sharon's jewelry, tormenting her alongside company staff. When Sharon was mistreated, she coincidentally met Yale, only to find he was fallen for Nina and was soon to marry her. Heartbroken, Sharon vowed to move on but decided to expose Nina before leaving. At Yale and Nina's engagement party, Sharon revealed Nina's true identity. What's going happen among them?

Because their fates took them down different paths, the male and female leads are relentlessly pursued by the Sky League. When the female lead is critically wounded, the male lead sacrifices his life to save hers. Reincarnated into a new life, he ultimately ascends to become the Lord of Fairr Hall.

Born to wealth and privilege as the offspring of South Pine's premier tycoon, Scott Bauer, Violet Bauer chose a different path. A disagreement with her father in her youth set her on a journey of self-discovery, leading her to live incognito and raise her child, Amelia Field, out of the public eye. For years, Violet sustained herself through a modest venture at a local stall, while Amelia remained in the dark about her grandfather's fortune. Isolated during her postpartum recovery, Amelia endured the relentless mistreatment of her critical mother-in-law and the betrayal of an unfaithful spouse who held her in contempt. Unbeknownst to them, they were taunting a woman of considerable heritage. Eventually, Amelia took a stand, ending her marriage and revealing her true lineage, thus asserting her place and upending the family dynamics.

Regina took over her father's group, aiming to expand and restore its glory. Unexpectedly, her mother was injured, and her brother faced humiliation on the way to the hospital by a reckless luxury car owner. Enraged, Regina confronted the offenders, only to discover a connection to internal group members.

Wade Lawson, the sole heir of the Medical Sage, was a prodigy who mastered various healing techniques at a young age. Yet, instead of embracing fame, he chose a humble life among the common folk, saving countless lives. A month ago, he arrived alone in Seabright and opened a small clinic. His exceptional skills and affordable fees quickly earned the trust of the poor, drawing in many patients. Meanwhile, the Duke of Southland, a pillar of Xandoria, lay critically ill. His household knew only Wade could save him. After a frantic search, they finally found him—just as the Duke neared his final breath. As the Duke's family pleaded for help, Wade's growing reputation threatened local private hospitals. Enraged, their director led an attack on his clinic and even drove one of his patients to death. Yet Wade remained unfazed—he had already uncovered the truth. The mastermind behind the hospitals was none other than Duke Jones himself. Now, the entire mansion waited for Wade's decision: would he save the dying Duke?

Miguel Shrimpton and Yaretzi Wanson were about to walk down the aisle. However, a sudden tragedy shattered their relationship with misunderstandings. Unable to bridge the emotional rift, Yaretzi had hidden her pregnancy and had gone abroad to study. Five years later, Yaretzi returned to the country and entered Miguel's life again. Though he still harbored resentment over her departure, his buried love for her had never faded. Determined to heal the past, he began reaching out to her again—one step at a time.

Leon Norwood, the Celestial Grandmaster of the Everpeak Sect, possesses extraordinary martial arts skills. In his quest to provide a complete family for his triplets, he tirelessly searches for answers. When Camille Sutherland finds herself in danger, he steps forward to rescue her. Faced with threats from powerful families like the Sampsons, Leon chooses not to resort to violence. Instead, he uses his wisdom and power to resolve the situation with subtle finesse, successfully rescuing Camille while exposing their wrongdoings.