"You were the reason of my glee, but ended up as my sole woe"
In their senior year, Isabel Morgan and Lucas Adler clash as academic rivals. Isabel, vibrant and warm, harbors feelings for Lucas, while Lucas, guarded and brooding, rejects her advances. As their final year unfolds, they navigate drama within their friend groups while grappling with personal struggles-Isabel, facing mistreatment from peers, and Lucas, dealing with an abusive father.
A school trip becomes a turning point, igniting a fragile spark between them. Despite their turbulent past, Lucas begins to soften, revealing his feelings for Isabel. Yet, a reckless action complicates their relationship, leading Isabel to retreat while Lucas confronts his troubled home life.
As graduation approaches, Lucas sacrifices his dream for Isabel, forcing them to confront their true emotions. Will they accept each other's weaknesses? Will Isabel forgive Lucas? Will their broken hearts be bandaged by their love?
Damien Stryker is a ruthless billionaire, but when Serena Mclane is forced to marry him, she hopes to find the mercy behind his cold eyes and strong hands.
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Damien Stryker, a domineering billionaire, is someone you don't want to get close to. Unfortunately for Serena Mclane, she doesn't have much of a choice. Always at the mercy of her family's name and legacy, Serena has to do as her father says. So when her father forces her into an arranged marriage with the one and only Damien Stryker: the truth comes out. Secrets are unveiled, and love starts to bloom.
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