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THE CEO's RELUCTANT BRIDE
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Synopsis of The CEO's Reluctant Bride Elena Carter never imagined that a single contract would turn her life upside down. When her father’s failing business leaves her drowning in debt, she is forced into a marriage with Damien Sterling—the cold, ruthless CEO of Sterling Enterprises. To him, love is nothing but a weakness, and their marriage is just another business deal. Determined to regain her freedom, Elena swears to resist him at every turn. But the more she fights, the more she finds herself entangled in his world. Beneath Damien’s icy exterior lies a man scarred by the past, and as sparks fly, lines blur between duty and desire. Will Elena break through Damien’s walls and discover the man behind the mask, or will their contract-bound marriage end before love has a chance to bloom?
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THE CEO's RELUCTANT BRIDE THE FIRST CLASH
Chapter 5: The First Clash Elena Carter had never been the type of woman to let someone dictate her life. Even now, as the wife of Damien Sterling—a man who treated marriage like a business deal—she refused to let him control her. If he thought she would be an obedient little wife, he was in for a rude awakening. The first few days after the wedding had been cold and silent. Damien barely acknowledged her presence unless necessary, and Elena had no desire to start conversations with a man who saw her as nothing more than an accessory. But today, everything changed. Defying Damien Elena had spent the morning walking through the mansion, trying to get used to her new home. The place was massive too big for just the two of them. Every room was decorated with expensive taste, from the polished marble floors to the towering chandeliers. But no matter how grand it was, it still felt empty. Just like her marriage. She found herself wandering into the kitchen, where the staff greeted
Last Updated : 2025-03-11THE CEO's RELUCTANT BRIDE THE COOL WEDDING
Chapter 4: The Cold Wedding Elena never thought she would dread her own wedding day, but here she was, standing in front of the mirror, feeling like a prisoner instead of a bride. The white gown was breathtaking—delicate lace, intricate beadwork, a long flowing train. It was the kind of dress every girl dreamed of. But to Elena, it felt like a cage, trapping her in a life she never wanted. Outside the luxurious bridal suite, the world was waiting. The guests, the media, and most of all, Damien Sterling—the man she was about to marry, not out of love, but out of obligation. Her stomach twisted. She had read romance novels where weddings were magical, where the bride’s heart pounded with excitement, where the groom looked at her like she was his whole world. But this wasn’t a love story, This was a deal. And in just a few minutes, it would be sealed forever. A Wedding Without Love The grand ballroom had been transformed into a scene straight out of a fairy tale. Flowers lined
Last Updated : 2025-03-11THE CEO's RELUCTANT BRIDE UNWANTED ENGAGEMENT
Chapter 3: The Unwanted Engagement Elena never thought her life would turn into a spectacle for the entire world to see. But now, with just one announcement, she had become the center of gossip, headlines, and scrutiny. The engagement between her and Damien Sterling had spread like wildfire. Newspapers, magazines, and online articles painted different versions of their story. Some called it a fairy tale—an ordinary woman capturing the heart of a billionaire. Others saw it as a scandal, with Elena as a gold digger who had somehow tricked the ruthless CEO into marriage. None of them knew the truth. The truth was that she had no choice. And tonight, at a high-profile party filled with the wealthiest and most powerful people, she was going to be put on display like an object. Thrown into the Lion’s Den Elena sat stiffly in the back of the sleek black car as it made its way toward the grand hotel where the party was being held. She clenched her hands in her lap, her fingers t
Last Updated : 2025-03-11THE CEO's RELUCTANT BRIDE THE CRUSHING DEBT
Chapter 1: The Crushing Debt Elena Carter sat on the couch, staring blankly at the unopened envelopes piled on the coffee table. Her hands trembled as she reached for one, slowly tearing it open. Her heart pounded as her eyes skimmed over the words stamped in bold red ink: FINAL NOTICE: PAYMENT OVERDUE A lump formed in her throat. She reached for another envelope. The message was the same. Overdue. Debt. Legal action pending. Her fingers tightened around the papers, her breath coming in quick, uneven gasps. This couldn’t be happening. The Carter family had always lived comfortably. Not extravagantly, but they never had to worry about money. Her father, Richard Carter, had built Carter Industries from the ground up, turning it into a respected company. It wasn’t a billion-dollar empire, but it provided for them. Or at least, it had. Now, everything was crumbling. Elena looked up as her father entered the room. He looked exhausted. His once-strong shoulders were slumped, a
Last Updated : 2025-03-11THE CEO's RELUCTANT BRIDE THE RELUCTANT PROPOSAL
Chapter 2: The Reluctant Proposal Elena sat in the back of the car, her hands clenched in her lap as her father drove through the city streets. The weight of the situation pressed down on her chest, making it hard to breathe. She had barely slept after their conversation last night. Every time she closed her eyes, her mind replayed the same thoughts over and over again. Marry Damien Sterling? The idea sounded ridiculous. Impossible. And yet, here she was, on her way to meet him. Her father hadn't given her much of a choice. If she refused, their home would be gone, their company would collapse, and her mother’s medical bills would go unpaid. The thought of her mother suffering because of her decision made Elena feel sick. Her father cleared his throat as he pulled up in front of a towering glass building—Sterling Enterprises. The name alone sent a shiver down her spine. “This is it,” he said quietly. Elena stared at the massive skyscraper. It looked cold and unwelcoming,
Last Updated : 2025-03-11
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THE RELUCTANT PROPOSAL
Chapter 2: The Reluctant Proposal Elena sat in the back of the car, her hands clenched in her lap as her father drove through the city streets. The weight of the situation pressed down on her chest, making it hard to breathe. She had barely slept after their conversation last night. Every time she closed her eyes, her mind replayed the same thoughts over and over again. Marry Damien Sterling? The idea sounded ridiculous. Impossible. And yet, here she was, on her way to meet him. Her father hadn't given her much of a choice. If she refused, their home would be gone, their company would collapse, and her mother’s medical bills would go unpaid. The thought of her mother suffering because of her decision made Elena feel sick. Her father cleared his throat as he pulled up in front of a towering glass building—Sterling Enterprises. The name alone sent a shiver down her spine. “This is it,” he said quietly. Elena stared at the massive skyscraper. It looked cold and unwelcoming,...
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