Manipulative

Diana Wilson, a 19-year-old nerd bullied for her looks and soft demeanour, makes the ultimate sacrifice to save her mother’s life. She sold her virginity to Gordon Smith, a 26-year-old playboy billionaire, in exchange for money to fund her mother's surgery. But what began as a desperate deal turns into a nightmare. Diana ends up pregnant, and Gordon's powerful father, Matthew Smith, forces him to marry her. Furious and unwilling to accept Diana, Gordon, with the help of his manipulative mother, makes Diana's life a living hell. Things take a darker turn when Matthew is mysteriously murdered… and Diana is framed. Convicted and thrown behind bars, Diana loses everything, including her mother, who dies from the shock. Five years later, Diana is released after a second trial clears her name. But she’s no longer the timid girl everyone once mocked. She’s back, and she’s out for revenge, but would she have it easy?

Rosa never imagined that her quiet, ordinary life would be turned upside down by colliding with a billionaire. Literally. After an unexpected incident, Alexander Wade, icy CEO and heir to a vast company, suggests a contract marriage to fulfill a clause in his grandfather’s will, she agrees reluctantly as it was the only hope she could find. To Alexander, it was simple: marry, inherit, move on. But nothing about Rosa is simple. With every stolen glance and every unexpected moment, the line between pretend and reality begins to blur. Suddenly, it’s not just about signatures and legalities. It’s about feelings he never intended to feel. But when his glamorous ex, Daphne, returns and his manipulative mother schemes to tear them apart, Rosa and Alexander's fragile connection is tested. Secrets resurface, betrayal cuts deep, and love is no longer enough on its own. Now, Alexander must make a choice; hold onto the past he's always known… or fight for the woman who unexpectedly stole his heart.

After sacrificing her billionaire heiress identity to become a devoted housewife, Ophelia Sterling risks her own life undergoing experimental medical procedures to save her hockey star husband's career, only to watch him choose the manipulative doctor who stole credit for her sacrifice. When a devastating miscarriage shatters her world and her marriage crumbles under a web of lies orchestrated by her husband's rival, Ophelia discovers the brutal truth: everything she gave up, every pain she endured, was destroyed by the very people she trusted most. Rising from the ashes of betrayal, she reclaims her powerful heritage and builds an empire that will make those who destroyed her life pay the ultimate price. But when her ex-husband finally learns the shocking truth about who she really is and what he lost, will his desperate attempts at redemption be enough, or has he awakened a force that will stop at nothing to ensure he suffers as she once did?

"One word. Surrogacy." "Two words. Not happening." Elodie shook her head her response very fast. ———————————— Elodie, co-owner of the Gates Tech Company, a multinational technology company is forced to opt for surrogacy when she can't stand her husband, Micah Gates; a sexist, egoistic, manipulative, and power-hungry man; the thought of carrying his child repulses her. Allegra, her best friend suggests a surrogate app that allows users to find their perfect surrogate mother. Eira Faez has been a surrogate for four years, after joining the surrogate app she finally gets a match with a mysterious profile only to realize a wealthy couple needed her. A lot hid behind closed blinds. What is brought to light a facade created by PR stunts to boost the image of Gates Tech Company. However, nothing remains in the dark for long and everything is revealed to not only the families, but the public. Love unexpectedly blossoms between Elodie and Eira who are instantly smitten with each other in their first encounter.

Amari was quite different to a normal human. She alienated herself for being different. She can see futures, spirits and even death of a person. She knew that it was her spiritual gift, not knowing that it was a curse from her past that keep on following her.

"Mamahalin kita't pagsisilbihan buong buhay ko, kahit ikaw pa ang pinakamasamang babae sa mundo." Kung ikaw ay lumaking mayaman at naghihiga sa salapi, gugustuhin mo pa bang magtrabaho bilang tagasilbi ng isang malditang may kapansanan? Kakayanin mo bang pagtiisan ang masama niyang ugali sa loob ng apat na linggo? Iyan ang sitwasyong pinagdadaanan ng bilyonaryo at police officer na si Grellen Burnett, ang paminta na handang bumuka sa harap ng pinakamamahal niyang boss na si Inspector William Fukuyama. At dahil sa katangahan nito na naging dahilan para pag-pyestahan siya sa social media, napilitan si Grellen na maghanap ng babaeng ihaharap sa kanyang ama within a month to save his heritance. Sa paghahanap niya sa maswerteng dilag ay nagkrus ang landas nila ng negosyanteng si Barbara Durless. Unang kita palang niya sa dalaga ay talagang namangha siya sa kagandahan nito. So Grellen come up with a decision to get her on instant, and the only way to keep in touch with Barbara is to apply as her butler. Posible kayang mahulog ang loob ng beki na si Grellen sa katulad ni Barbara na daig pa ang may dalaw kung mag-taray? __ This is the original/old version of this novel written in 2020. This is one of my old stories so expect lots of errors and inaccuracies. Kung hindi naman kayo mateknikal at gusto niyo lang ma-enjoy ang pagbabasa, I suggest subukan niyo. Date started: June 03, 2020 Date finished: July 25, 2021 Officially signed on GoodNovel: November 15, 2021

Born into a world of pain and betrayal, Winnie never knew love—only survival. Abandoned by a father who never cared, tormented by a stepmother who sold her innocence for profit, and forced into a life she never chose, she learned that mercy was a luxury she could never afford. When her only family—her beloved brother—is ripped from her, Winnie is left with nothing but the scars of her past and the fire of revenge burning in her soul. She refuses to be another victim, refuses to be just another forgotten girl. With the help of Carter, a man with his own demons, and Michael, a protector forged in blood, she fights back. But Damien—the monster who ruled the shadows of her life—won’t let go so easily. He built his empire on broken lives, and he won’t fall without a war. As Winnie uncovers the secrets that could destroy him, she must decide: will she run, or will she burn everything down with him? “shattered chain” is a harrowing tale of survival, revenge, and the power of resilience. In a world where monsters wear human faces, Winnie must break free from the past—or be consumed by it. Will she rise, or will the darkness finally claim her?

He's cruel and self-centered. He doesn't want a woman in his life anymore, especially not a mate, but what if the faith had a plan to play with him again, but this time, in his favor, even if he fought against her?

Meet Flinn, a one bachelor with a title. A dominant guy who will fall in-love to a teenage pompous girl. Darlene, a cute city girl who will try to pursue her dreams in Croatia. Magkaiba ang kalagayan nila sa isa't-isa. Flinn is a wild, notorious mafia leader of Croatia, while Darlene is an innocent lady trying to pursue her dreams in that new found paradise. But what if they will find each other on their family’s border? Their families are rivals. Can they fight for the forbidden relationship or shall they divide their feelings because they aren’t supposed for each other? How can they fight for their love, habambuhay na lang ba silang tatakbo, magtatago?

An invitation changed Pillow’s life. An orphaned woman relies only in the protection of the old red beard man who adopted her. When she entered the school of the gods everything changed. It shaped Pillow’s personality. What if the virtuous women become a threat to the hundred of realms? What if her stay inside the Academy would make her discover her mother’s bitter fate? What would she do if the only person who gave her protection died inside the school? What if the emerging love affair between her and Cyptus turned into revenge?