Jessica Belles' dreams of becoming an A-list actress crumble with each rejection, leaving her frustrated and desperate for a breakthrough. When a famous actor offers stardom in exchange for one nightstand, she refuses due to her undying love for her boyfriend, only to have her heart shattered by her boyfriend. Broken and seeking revenge on her ex, Jessica reluctantly agrees to the actor's proposal. However, a twist of fate lands her in the bed of William, a business tycoon notorious for his allergy to women – and coincidentally, her ex's cousin. Vowing to avoid him, Jessica is taken aback when William approaches her with a surprising proposal: “For two hundred days, let's get married. You help me cure my allergy while I make all your wishes come true.” In a whirlwind turn of events, Jessica finds herself married to William, navigating the elite world where hypocrisy and jealousy thrive, all while pursuing her acting dreams. How will things turn out when two strangers of contrasting personalities are supposed to live under one roof for 200 Days? What more when one party starts developing unknown feelings for the other. Will the marriage be a happily-ever-after or will it end on the 200th day?
Lihat lebih banyak“Let me have a taste of you.”
Jessica furrowed her brow in confusion, hearing those words from the man called Oliver. “What do you mean?” she asked, even though deep down, she knew exactly what he meant. “You know what I’m talking about, Jessica. You’re not a kid. I can assure you that you’ll get what you want, and even more—” he didn’t finish his sentence, as Jessica cut him off. “I’ll have to decline. I have a boyfriend whom I love dearly. I’m not the type of woman who throws herself at a man just to get what she wants,” Jessica said through gritted teeth. She was boiling inside. Her gaze settled on the glass of wine before her. She badly wanted to pour it on his face, but offending this man would be a terrible idea. Jessica, a D-list actress whose dreams of becoming an A-list star had faltered with each rejection she received, made a living as a part-time model, using her looks and body to get by. She had thought of asking Oliver Martins, a famous actor she met two months ago during one of her auditions, to help her out. He had been kind to her, unlike other famous actors and actresses, but she was wrong. This man was no different from the rest. “Boyfriend?” Oliver scoffed. “I wouldn’t sit back and watch my woman struggle. I’d always find a way to help her. He doesn’t deserve you, Jessica.” “I’ll find another way. It was nice chatting with you, Mr. Martins.” She stood up from her seat and began to leave the restaurant. “Think about it, Jessica!” he called out loud enough for her to hear. “Damn him,” Jessica muttered, not bothering to turn around. She took a deep breath, running her fingers through her hair. “Gosh, I feel like ripping his throat out. Who does he think I am?” Jessica complained as she walked down the street. She pulled out her phone and dialed her boyfriend Louis’s number. It rang, but there was no answer. “Is he busy?” she mumbled, trying his number again, but the same thing happened. Today marked two years since she and Louis started dating. They had made plans for today, but strangely, he wasn’t picking up. She was about to dial his number again when a notification popped up on her screen. Normally, she would have ignored it, but seeing Louis’s name in the headline made her click on it—and she immediately regretted doing so. **"FROM SECRET TO SPARKLES: Louis Newman and Amara Saunders Reveal Surprise Engagement"** **"Renowned actor Louis Newman and supermodel Amara Saunders have announced their engagement, leaving fans and friends stunned.** **According to trusted sources, Louis and Amara had been secretly dating for several months before deciding to take their relationship to the next level."** **"The news came as a shock to many, as the couple had kept their romance hidden from the prying eyes of the media and public."** **"Fans are overjoyed for the couple. ‘So happy for Louis and Amara! They make a stunning couple!’ wrote one fan…"** Jessica felt dizzy as she read further. It felt like the world was spinning around her. No, this has to be some kind of misunderstanding, right? It can’t be her Louis they’re talking about… right? There was only one way to find out. Jessica thought about heading to Louis’s place but, on second thought, she went to his family home. When she arrived at the mansion, her heart sank further as she saw the crowd. The guests were dressed elegantly, chatting amongst themselves. Some cast her scrutinizing looks, wondering who she was and why she was at such an event, dressed so casually. Jessica’s gaze traveled through the crowd, and when her eyes landed on him, she felt her heart break. There stood Louis, a glass of champagne in hand, casually conversing with his guests. A stunning woman clung to his free arm, and they smiled at each other affectionately. Louis’s gaze met hers, and he couldn’t hide the surprise in his eyes. Jessica began walking towards him, but he glanced at his bodyguard, who quickly understood the gesture. Before Jessica could reach him, two large men blocked her path. “Miss, we’ll need to see your invitation card.” “I just want to speak with Louis. It’s—” “We’re sorry, but we’ll have to escort you out. Only invited guests are allowed to stay,” one of them said, placing a hand on her shoulder. “What? No! There’s a misunderstanding! Louis is— Wait, let me go!” Jessica struggled as they dragged her away. “Where are you taking me? Let me go!” The men released her, pushing her forward. “This isn’t the exit! Where are you—” “Jessica,” Jessica immediately turned to see Louis walking towards her. The warmth he once showed her was gone. Now, he looked at her like a stranger. “Louis, what’s the meaning of all this? This is—” “I’m engaged to Amara. We love each other very much. So, I’d appreciate it if you never showed up in my life again,” Louis cut her off coldly. Jessica’s lips trembled, and she felt speechless. “L-Louis… did I do something wrong? Tell me, and I’ll fix it. I love you—” Louis snickered. “It’s funny how you haven’t realized what my intentions were from the start.” He took a step towards her, brushing a hand against her cheek, tucking her hair behind her ear. “I bring money and fame to the table. Tell me, what do you bring? Nothing.” “Your sister was a better catch than you. Too bad she’s already taken. Love is a give-and-take situation, darling. However…” Louis paused as his hand moved down to her chest. “If you become my mistress, I’ll make sure I treat you better than your family ever did.” Jessica slapped his hand away, covering herself with her blouse, tears filling her eyes. This wasn’t the Louis she had fallen in love with. “I see you’ve made your decision, then. Good,” Louis said, turning to his guards. “Get her out of here and make sure she never comes close to this mansion again.” Before they could act, Jessica rushed out of the area in tears. Stupid, heartbroken, and betrayed were the only words to describe how she felt. Her thoughts were a mess. The taxi dropped her off in front of her apartment, and Jessica went straight to the bathroom. She turned on the faucet, letting the water pour over her. “Why… why is it that nothing I do is ever enough for the people I care about?” Jessica sobbed as Louis’s words replayed in her head. *“I’m engaged to Amara. We love each other very much."* *“I bring money and fame to the table. What do you bring?”* *“Your sister was a better catch than you."* She wiped her tears as a numb feeling overtook her. After getting out of her wet clothes and wrapping herself in a towel, she grabbed her phone and made a call. The person picked up on the second ring. “I didn’t expect you to call this soon,” Oliver said. “Will you really help me get famous if I accept your proposal?” “Anything you want, beautiful.” “Alright. I’m in,” she replied. “I’m curious to know what made you change your mind so quickly,” Oliver chuckled. “We have a deal, then. Meet me tomorrow at 10. I’ll send you the location.” He hung up. Jessica lowered the phone from her ear. “I’ll make sure every one of you regrets treating me the way you did,” she muttered through gritted teeth.Rachael's heart pounded violently in her chest, each step a battle against her failing strength. Her breath came in ragged gasps, vision blurring as pain clawed up from the gash in her abdomen. But she couldn’t stop. Not now. Alexis and Brandon were waiting. She had to escape before Fred discovered Sandra’s lifeless body.The mansion was eerily quiet. Fred had no guards—just himself, Rachael, and the woman who now lay dead. Her blood stained the floor; Rachael’s hands trembled with the weight of it.She pressed her palm harder against her bleeding side, staggering through the long marble hallways. Her eyes darted across every corridor, every door, seeking salvation. Fred had kept her locked away like a secret, never allowing her to explore. Now the mansion felt like a maze, cold and unfamiliar.After minutes of desperate wandering, she found the staircase and dragged herself upward, each step sheer agony. The rooftop beckoned. From there, maybe—just maybe—someone would see her.The do
"Hello? Hello! Rachael!" Alexis said on the call but nothing.He quickly hung up and went to his inbox. "Was that Rachael? What happened?" Jessica asked. She was about to state her plan when a call came and interrupted her and from the look on Alexis face, she knew who it was."That's my girl," Alexis smirked when he saw the sketching Rachael sent him.."It's Rachael. She dropped a hint on where we could find her. However we need to act fast before Fred out smarts us," he said."I'll call back the FBI," William said."I'll go get the car ready," Alexis said."Jessica, can you stay and keep an eye on my son?" Alexis said."Your son?" Jessica furrowed her brows. Her eyes widened in realization."Oh... Yes, sure," she muttered."Thanks," he said and left. William cupped her cheek then pressed his lips against hers, "I'll be back," he said."Stay safe," Jessica said.William smiled and kissed her forehead before leaving.___A resounding slap echoed in the air and Rachael fell down to h
The sound of the tap rushing could be heard as Fred washed his hand. Rachael sat up weakly on the bed. A different look flashed in her eyes, something undecipherable. She grabbed a glass vase nearby and on a whim, shattered the vase against the wall.The sound of the broken glass immediately pulled Fred out of the bathroom. His eyes widened when he saw her holding a piece of the broken glass."What are you doing?" He muttered under his breath."I'm tired. I'm done playing this game. I can't," she muttered in tears, bringing the piece of glass to her neck."Rachael, please calm down. Don't do anything you would regret. Rachael," Fred tried to coerce her."I pray you rot in hell," she muttered and immediately brought down the glass, stabbing herself on the tummy."Rachael!" Fred screamed out.Rachael's eyes went wide as blood gushed out of the wound on her tummy. She collapsed to the bed."Rachael!" Fred rushed to her and immediately uncuffed her hand from the headboard.He cupped her
Jessica and William were sitting in the living room when a maid escorted Alexis in. William stood up the moment he walked in."I'll place him in the guest room so he can sleep," the maid said, referring to Brandon, who was fast asleep in Alexis's arms.She took Brandon and left."Bro, it's literally midnight. Why would you—""Rachael has been abducted," Alexis cut him off."What?" Jessica muttered in shock, slowly rising to her feet.Alexis ran a hand through his hair, pacing anxiously, panic etched across his face. The more time passed, the more terrified he became."It all happened in a flash. We were at a restaurant, and she excused herself to use the restroom... then she just disappeared. I tracked her phone and found it in a trash bin near the restaurant—along with all her belongings," Alexis muttered as he paced."I think… no, I know her ex-husband kidnapped her. I should have done something when she complained about being attacked by him. This is all my fault," Alexis breathed
"I hate you," Rachael muttered tearfully. "You're disgusting!" she screamed in anger."Disgusting? I wasn't the one who cheated on their spouse with the father of her child, then had that person threaten her spouse at gunpoint for a divorce," Fred said.Rachael just continued sobbing in silence.Fred stood up and walked toward her, sitting down in the space next to her."Just give in. There's no hope now," he said, rubbing his thumb against her teary cheek."If I accept, do you promise not to go after them?" she said, finally looking up at him."You have my word, love."Rachael looked away and nodded ever so slightly. Fred smiled in victory."That's my wife. My sweet, docile wife," he said, patting her hair gently.Rachael folded her fists tightly beneath the sheets as he patted her hair._____"Pregnant?" Louis muttered under his breath.Amara wiped her tears. "I wanted to surprise you. But you never listened to me... you never had time for me," she said quietly."Amara..." Louis mut
Alexis sat on the chair, drumming his fingers on the table as he occasionally glanced toward the hallway that led to the restroom.He looked at the group of violinists who were already on standby, waiting for Rachael to arrive. The words "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" were boldly written on the cards which the waiters held.He sighed as he checked the time on his wristwatch. Twenty minutes had already passed since Rachael excused herself to use the restroom.The more minutes passed, the more anxious he became.The waitress he had sent to check on Rachael came back with a worried look on her face—and that’s when he knew something was wrong."Where's Rachael?" he immediately asked as she approached."I'm sorry, sir, but I couldn’t find madam. When I got to the restroom, it was empty... Only this note was on the floor," she said, stretching the note toward Alexis.He took it and read it. His eyes widened.“Fuck,” he breathed out, immediately storming toward the exit of the restaurant.He looked ar
Louis was expecting a scared or tearful reaction from Amara, but he was momentarily stunned when she swiftly turned to face him, glaring while holding her stinging cheek.She smirked scornfully before standing. “Go on, hit me however you want. After all, that’s all you can do,” she said before walking away.“Amara,” Louis called, but she didn’t turn back.“Amara! If you leave this room, you’ll regret it,” he warned.Amara turned to him, then smirked before walking out of the room.Louis folded his fists tightly as he glared at nothing in particular.Roland, who was still casually eating like nothing had happened, smiled. “What’s wrong with your wife? Acting up again?” he said.“You tell me. After all, you were the one who forced me into marrying that wench,” Louis snapped.“Or maybe you’re getting too soft on her. Women are like dogs—you need to constantly remind them who their owner is. Your mother was really a docile one. Too bad she passed away,” Roland said.“I’ll deal with her la
Brandon's eyes sparkled with excitement as he stared at the ring in Alexis’s hand. His little fingers twitched as he could barely contained his giddiness.“So?” Alexis asked, his voice laced with nervous anticipation. "What do you think?"Brandon looked up at him, his expression suddenly turning serious. “You really love my mommy?”“With all my heart,” Alexis said without hesitation. “And I love you too, Brandon. You both mean everything to me.”Brandon squinted his eyes as if sizing him up. “Then you have to promise me something.”“Anything.”“You have to protect Mommy always. No matter what,” Brandon said, bringing up his pinky finger.Alexis smiled, reaching out for his pinky fingers to intertwine it with his, “I swear on my life, Brandon. I will protect her and you with everything I have.”Brandon studied him for a moment, then nodded in approval. A small smile played on his lips before he took a deep breath. “Okay, then… Dad.”Alexis felt his heart stop for a second. The word ech
A brief moment of silence settled between them. Stephen looked at the paper, then smiled before standing up and straightening his suit.He placed an invitation card on the table and pushed it toward Jessica."If you're so eager to know what business I have with your family, then you should come and see for yourself," he said."It's such a shame you're already taken. I love feisty women," he added, eyeing her before walking out of the cafeteria.Jessica picked up the invitation card and stared at it."You’re cordially invited to the masked ball held for Halloween. Sponsored by the Shermans."She read the words before glancing toward the door where Stephen had just exited.____Amara and Evan sat in Evan’s car. The silence between them was heavy, broken only by Amara’s soft sobs. She sniffled and pulled out a handkerchief to wipe her tears."Do you feel better now?" Evan asked, breaking the silence.Amara nodded slightly, managing a small smile. "I’m sorry you had to see me like this. M
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