Riyashree once walked away from the love of her life for a reason she never told him. Years later, she stood in an operation theatre, trying to save the woman he now called his wife. Preeti was smiling. Even while signing consent forms that listed death as a possibility. Even while carrying twins that her body was too weak to hold. Riya told her the truth. Preeti chose love anyway. Vicky never knew. He only knew that his wife went into labor... and never came back. At the funeral, he looked at Riya the way a man looks at the person who destroyed his world. And when Preeti's last wish forced them into a marriage neither wanted... he gave her five years. Five years to raise his daughters. Five years before she would be asked to leave. But love does not die just because it is denied. And some sacrifices... bleed longer than five years.

"𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗲, 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹𝘁𝘆,𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗺𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁, 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁." ------------ Love series #1 --- India is known for its grand and lavish weddings-where every family dreams of making the day unforgettable. But this isn't just any wedding. This is a royal affair, uniting two powerful dynasties-one rooted in ancient legacy, the other built from the ground up through sheer determination. It was meant to be the wedding of the century. But what happens when one of the most crucial people in the ceremony fails to show up? Whispers began to float through the opulent hall. Eyes turned toward the figure sitting alone-confused, abandoned, and judged. The air thickened with gossip, and honor was at stake. To protect their pride, to silence society's tongue, they made a decision. A replacement was found. A replacement to uphold reputation... A replacement to protect dignity... A replacement for love? .................

"How dare you!!!" She screamed. And... Slapped him hard across his face. But she had no clue who she was messing, because the next moment, he hissed, "Congratulations. That slap is just going to make you my wife." 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝟏𝟖+ | Romantic-Thriller

"I want a divorce." For Anaya, those words were meant to be her declaration of freedom. For three years, she has been nothing but a responsibility to her husband, a final promise made to her brother. But the man who claimed her out of duty has no intention of letting her go. Knowing he will never release her legally, Anaya takes matters into her own hands and disappears, leaving behind the marriage that was always a cage. She builds a new life, a fragile existence where she can finally be herself. But the past is not done with her. Years later, their paths cross, and the battle begins again. He doesn't look at her with longing, but with the same cold, possessive gaze that says she is still his. The man who once claimed his unwanted bride out of obligation now seeks to reclaim her out of sheer will. The fight is no longer about a legal document, but about her very identity. Can she outrun the past that refuses to die, or is she destined to be forever bound to the man who would never let her go? Anaya Singhania X Arhan Malhotra Tropes Marriage of Convenience Brother's Bestfriend / Bestfriend's Sister Second Chance Time Jump Possesive Protagonist

Aarav Singhania: the epitome of perfection. A renowned cardiac surgeon with a life as immaculate as his surgical skills. Every moment, every decision, every relationship... all carefully calibrated to ensure a flawless flow. But on one fateful day, his perfectly planned life takes an unexpected turn. Aarav is coerced into marrying a stranger, Ayushi Chauhan, to satisfy his family's expectations. Resigned to a loveless union, he convinces himself that love is merely a myth, a fantasy he's better off without. However, fate has other plans. Ayushi, the original bride, flees on their wedding day, leaving Aarav stunned and his family scandalized. In a desperate bid to salvage the situation, Ayushi's younger sister, Sambhavi Chauhan, is thrust into the spotlight. A free-spirited and enigmatic beauty from Chicago, Sambhavi is the antithesis of Aarav's carefully constructed world. As Aarav and Sambhavi exchange vows, their union seems like a recipe for disaster. Yet, beneath the surface of their arranged marriage, a complex dance of emotions begins to unfold. Will Aarav's carefully guarded heart succumb to Sambhavi's charms? Can Sambhavi penetrate the armor of Aarav's perfectionism and awaken the emotions he's long suppressed? As they navigate the treacherous landscape of their loveless marriage, Aarav and Sambhavi must confront the ultimate question: will their union remain a mere arrangement, or will fate entwine their hearts in a love story for the ages?

Once upon a time, men and women entered marriage with very clear policies regarding the division of labour: he would go to work and "bring home the bacon," while she would stay at home and cook, clean, and raise the children. Things aren't the same as they used to be. Modern Indian romance, intimacies, and marriages are far more complicated than assessments and reality television shows portray. In India, arranged marriages are an unique and complex process. People seek a 'soulmate' with whom they can spend the rest of their lives, but they also have specific expectations of the potential bride or groom. There is a strong narrative about finding love, compatibility, and connection, but what stands out is a real intent to replicate class identities beneath all of this. In a country that depends on a spending population, "middle class" is a necessary armour, a shared language, a value system, and, more importantly, a way of life. Life may be unjust, irritating, and disarmingly disappointing on most days. Being middle class, on the other hand, creates character in a culture obsessed with the need to be a part of the rat race. Marriage also places the onus of making sacrifices, concessions, and making the marriage work on the couple. This tale illuminates the unseen and underappreciated aspects of an Indian arranged marriage, the life of a middle-class wife and husband and their shared responsibilities as they navigate through life. Immense amount of desi tadka awaiting your way. *I don't own the illustration on the poster.*

They didn't fall in love. They broke into it. A marriage built on silence. A man who never lets go. And a woman who's never known what it feels like to be chosen-until now. He loved in silence. She ached in noise. Adyant Shah was everything Dhruvi Kapoor couldn't understand-quiet, composed, untouchable. She wanted fire. He offered stillness. But some loves don't need grand gestures-just the courage to stay. hello fellas, Bold at heart, soft in words. I write the kind of love that aches-and the kind of pain that lingers. If you're here to feel, you're home. Its an matured theme story and will keep you hooked. its my first story as well so please let me know if you like it.

#MiddleClassLoveStory #Corporate job holder X Teacher Life is more about efforts and second chances. What happens when we forget to appreciate the efforts done for us? Is it worth forgiving, every time ? Ranveer Agarwal, a financial analyst in a corporate firm and Priya Mishra, a student aspiring to be a high school teacher, were introduced by the families and eventually got married, slowly navigating their way of living in marriage. But a marriage that seems perfect outside, can it stand the test of time? Will Priya's quest for a 'happily ever after' be met? Let's dive into the world of Ranveer and Priya ❤️ Rankings: (May '25) 👑 #1 in #slowburn out of 91.6k stories (31.5.25 ❤️) 👑 #2 in #middleclass (out of 3.09k stories) 👑#2 in #indiancouple (out of 1.26k stories) 👑#5 in #lovestory (out of 378k stories) #37 in #mumbai (out of 7.67k stories) #65 in #caring (out of 7.47k stories) [Suggestion: The chapters are not very big, so you may try to read from website rather than the app, to avoid ads. And new readers, please vote for all the chapters if you're liking them.] Completed on : May 23, 2025 💝