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Since childhood, Natasha Diaz and Liam Cameron were destined to be husband and wife. Their grandfathers were best friends despite their differing social statuses. Natasha's grandfather is an ordinary citizen, while Liam's grandfather came from a wealthy and influential family. Because of their friendship, the two grandfathers decided to arrange a marriage between their grandchildren. After marrying Liam, Natasha entered a wealthy family, but that was not what she truly wanted. She had always had a crush on him. However, Liam was not the type to accept an arranged marriage easily. He viewed Natasha as an ambitious woman seeking his status. Ultimately, Liam felt he had no choice but to marry Natasha for the sake of his dying grandfather. Natasha finally got what she had always wanted, and she was very happy, even though Liam's condition was to end their marriage after two years. Will Natasha be able to make Liam love her the way she loves him before their contract marriage comes to an end?

Donnah Carbonell has been very close to her only sister, Aliyah, that when she committed suicide, she couldn’t accept it and felt that her sister’s boyfriend has something to do with it. That is why she promised herself that she’ll know the truth behind Aliyah's death. She will do her best to stay close to Clyde Agustin so she can gather infos about their relationship and avenge the death of her sister. But what if she’ll accidentally fell for him during the process? What will happen?

“Waking up in your man's arms fulfills a need far more than sex every could. It's the best thing ever.” — Madel David

The bio for Kiara's Instagram account reads, "Happy and Content." She's been dating Drew, her high school best buddy, for seven years. Drew is an actuary (risk analyst in an insurance company) and Kiara manages client services for a huge company. Right up until Luke, the certified playboy enters their lives, their relationship is practically flawless. With Luke's arrival, how will Kiara and Drew's future unfold? What if the day comes when you meet someone you never thought you would love?

“I married you only because you got pregnant with my child, do not expect more from me.” -Him “Hanggang kailan ba ako magmamakaawang mahalin mo?” -Her ******* She was eighteen when she gave up her dignity and asked him to sleep with her, but he refused, humiliated her and broke her heart into two. She was twenty-five when she learned that he was getting married to her best friend, she felt betrayed and it broke her into pieces. Ruby Rose only loved one man her whole life, she admired him since she was young and not long after, it bloomed into love. She loved him to the point of destruction. She will do everything for him to open his heart for her. But will he ever reciprocate her feelings or will she always be begging for his love?

Immanuel is an assertive achiever, but during her last year as a junior student, she finds herself unmotivated. Other than that, she's a self-proclaimed fashionista. Then, there's Caius, a new transfer student who is her exact opposite. Studious and old-fashioned, Caius dons thick eyeglasses, neatly combed hair, and pimple patches all over his face. His attire consists of an oversized uniform, elephant-cut pants, and sturdy bulldog-patterned school shoes. What Imma wants, Imma gets. Even though she sees Caius as a typical nerd, everything changes when she suspects her best friend, Emma, might be dating someone.

Anastasia Atkinson is a snobby fashionista who's encouraged into a contract marriage in exchange of living a single life while married to Landon Pierce, the obedient son of a business magnate. Ana thought she'd never beg for his time and love till her husband's best friend, Marigold Lindsey, walks in to take back what's initially hers: Landon.

Chloe Reyes has been sheltered all her life, lumaking nag iisang tagapagmana sa lahat nang ari-arian ng kanyang Ama. Despite all that, ang tangi niyang hiling ay maging buo ang kanyang pamilya and so when her Dad re-marry her Mother's best friend she welcomes her with open arms until she realizes that there's more to it than meets the eye. She found herself struggling to survive as death came knocking at her doorstep. At sa unang pagkakataon, Chloe has no choice but to protect herself even though it means living a pretend life with none other than the notorious business tycoon Luke Ramirez. Luke has all that money can offer. Nasa kanya na ang lahat except for the love and respect from his wife, Ruby Ramirez. He can't seem to make her happy and despite the knowledge that the marriage is doomed, he vows to keep his family whole for the sake of his daughter Zoie, even though he despises every fiber of Ruby's being. Dalawang nilalang na pinagtagpo ng trahedya coated with mystery, deceit and betrayal. Will they ever find solace with one another or will their lies continue to haunt them forever?

Rogue Chavez is an assassin who works under an anonymous organization whom his father managed, he gets paid off billions for doing his job. All he has to do is bring the target's head. He began to love his work and that he became committed to it, his performances say it all, he is one of the best assassins that his father has trained. However, his life turned upside down when he was assigned to do a mission. A task that he is struggling to deal with, to take over the CEO position, he has to marry Keilah Olivarez, one of the daughters of an affluent family who managed the highest rate Hospital—Meadowview Medical. She happens to have an arranged marriage with one of the shareholders, Torrent Perez but she is wise enough to notice the strings behind the offer and has to say no. Rogue has to work as a doctor in disguise to cover up his real identity. He is stern in his decisions and doesn't want to disappoint his father, he lets his impulsive mind take over and accepts the task. Upon knowing that Keilah Olivarez is targeted by her own family because she dared to execute them for power. Her life is in danger and she needs protection. Keilah knows that she needs to take a risk, will trusting a man she never met before will keep her life? Will her life become better if she chose to file a marriage contract with Rogue Chavez?

Vivien and Charlotte were best friend since their high school days. But how does it takes when you love the same man? Vivien will faced challenges that will lead him to distraction and sorrow. Can she made it? If she knows that her best friend Charlotte, love the man she also love?