"Our love was a case we both lost." When a brilliant lawyer and her ruthless prosecutor husband turn their marriage into the most brutal case they've ever fought, love becomes the one verdict neither of them can win-or walk away from. *** Naomi Carter is a fiercely intelligent lawyer with a near-perfect winning streak of 97% cases won. The only times she ever loses is to her husband. She's sharp, controlled, and commanding in the courtroom, but behind closed doors, she hides a woman who's never truly learned how to love. Nathaniel Carter is a ruthless prosecutor, relentless in his pursuit of justice, and impossible to read. Driven by a fierce need for control, he struggles to keep his own life from unraveling. He's the one man who knows his wife's weaknesses and exploits them with a quiet intensity, stirring both her frustration and desire. Their marriage is a constant battleground, scarred by a shared tragedy neither can overcome. Join these two broken souls as they fight to protect themselves while craving the one thing they fear most: each other. *** #1 in bwwm #1 in eroticromance #1 in blackwoman #1 in enemies #1 in grief #1 in childloss #1 in pregnancy #1 in brokenmarriage #1 in loverstoenemies #1 in darkromance #2 in mentalhealth #2 in enemiestolovers #1 in romance #1 in secondchanceromance

Lisa lives fast and fearless, a street racer who believes nothing can touch her. Jennie has spent her life confined by illness and isolation, watching the world from the sidelines. When Jennie sneaks out and crosses paths with Lisa, two opposite worlds collide, igniting a love as dangerous as it is exhilarating. But with time running out, they aren't just racing the streets They're racing fate itself.

Jennie Kim is a young, no-nonsense literature professor who recently joined the college staff. Known for her cold and serious demeanor, she's brilliant and commands respect in the classroom. She has no patience for distractions and expects nothing less than perfection from her students. Lisa Manoban is a senior with a reputation for being a troublemaker. She's smart but lazy, often skipping classes or showing up just to tease the professors. Lisa is especially infamous for her flirtatious nature, charming her way out of trouble with her good looks and quick wit. When Jennie becomes Lisa's professor, their dynamic immediately sets sparks flying. Jennie refuses to tolerate Lisa's antics, while Lisa is intrigued by Jennie's cold, unshakable attitude and decides to make her "crack."

In the glittering chaos of the K-pop industry, Jennie Kim is the cool, composed idol who keeps her heart guarded behind designer shades and chart-topping hits. Lisa Manoban is the bright-eyed newcomer, soft, bold, and a little too curious for her own good. Thrown together in the same girl group, their paths clash in rehearsals, behind the scenes, and on the biggest stages of their lives. What starts as misunderstanding turns into a subtle pull, a connection neither of them expected, and neither can ignore. As their fame rises, so does the tension between them, full of unsaid words, stolen glances, and dreams too big to fit in one song. Through world tours, sleepless nights, and whispered secrets, Jennie and Lisa begin to find something stronger than rivalry, deeper than friendship. A love that doesn't need a spotlight, only a stage to grow.

Lisa Manoban is deep in debt, working for a boss who hates her, and has just been dumped by a guy who didn't deserve her in the first place. When Jennie Kim - millionaire, high-flying art dealer and the most beautiful woman Lisa has ever seen - swoops into her life and offers her a world of luxury in exchange for pretending to be her girlfriend, Lisa can't possibly say no. ©️This story is an adaptation, it's not mine. Credit goes to the wonderful and super talented author. Original work: "For Love or Money" by starsthatburn on ao3 Go check out their story, it's fantastic! ©️Also, the cover is from konstantin korovin's 'paris at night'

"And the third reason?" Lisa asked as she rested her hands on Jennie's hips. Jennie laughed, her shoulders were shaking. The sound of it echoed across Lisa's place, making the two cats on the top of the stairs stirred and craned their necks to get a better view of a laughing Jennie. It was a beautiful sight. "Do you want me to show it to you or would you rather I'll tell you a story?" Jennie asked playfully. Lisa contemplated for a moment. She was absentmindedly chewing the walls of her mouth. "How about we make a deal?" she asked. "Tell me a story, and if it's a good enough story, I will show you something. What say you, Jennie Kim?" Jennie raised a brow and asked, "Why do I feel like you're patronizing me the way you're saying my name right now?" "So, it's not a deal then?" Lisa replied, looking smug. But a shadow of a smirk was hinting on the corner of her mouth. "Fine. Deal," Jennie said.