Twisted Vows
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Last published Wed, Nov 12, 2025
Emilia Reyes, a sharp, idealistic investigative journalist, has one goal: to expose the powerful corporate dynasty that ruined her father's life. Her top target? Adrian Hale, the ruthless CEO of Hale Industries - brilliant, cold, and untouchable.
But when a scandal threatens both their reputations, they're forced into a marriage of convenience to protect their public images - a deal that benefits them both. Adrian gains stability for a crucial merger; Emilia gains access to the man she's determined to take down.
What starts as strategy turns into a dangerous emotional game. Emilia sees glimpses of the man behind the armor - the one who grew up in the shadow of his father's crimes, who built his empire to prove he's not the monster people say he is.
Meanwhile, Adrian discovers Emilia's investigation, but instead of destroying her, he challenges her - emotionally, intellectually, and sexually. They strike sparks in boardrooms and bedrooms alike, but trust doesn't come easy when secrets and lies lie between them.
When Emilia uncovers a truth that could destroy everything - including Adrian - she has to choose between justice and love, and decide whether redemption is something you can give... or something you have to earn.
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