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[#lovesosweet] [WARNING: Mature content 18+] [WPC #AUG2023Entry] « Is it not enough that I have been 'sold off' as a catalogue bride but also have to compete with a dead woman for favour? » Shelby looks like she has it all. The perfect family and all the perks that come with it. But she must go through a 'forced contract marriage' and also compete for the attention of the man she had been unwillingly tied to... Ian lost the love of his life so suddenly that his mind still refuses to accept that reality. He gave up everything and secluded himself until his mother found him a bride. His one task was to give the family an heir but how can Ian do this when the air he breathes all revolves around the one woman he can never have. However, he finds himself in a predicament and dilema when the new contracted bride is thrust into his life unwittingly... especially, when he finds out that she is more than meets the eye. Image: Image generated from starryai.com, cover completed by me. This is an original story of mine. Copyright Loctovia 2023 Completed, September 2025

The screech of brakes tore through the rainy night as Zoe Xu, twenty-nine, drew her last breath in a fatal car crash. The final image seared into her mind was Hugh Pei holding another woman, Lila Wei, in his arms—a sight that, combined with the news of her family's bankruptcy, became the cruelest epitaph for her short life. The marriage that began as a business alliance had ended with her tragic death, paving the way for him and his "one true love." But at the moment of her death, fate hit the reset button. Zoe awakens in her bedroom, three months into her marriage with Hugh. The crystal chandelier still sparkles, but the woman in the mirror has not yet been worn down by his emotional neglect. A glimmer of foolish hope for their marriage still lingers in her eyes. This time, the proud heiress of A-City is done being subservient. She is determined to tear down the "perfect couple" charade. She watches his cold detachment with indifference and, this time, is the first to serve the divorce papers. The love and hate of her past life have burned to ashes; all she wants is to reclaim what her family lost and live for herself. But then, things begin to go off the rails. Hugh, who once treated their home like a hotel, starts coming home on time. The man who never spared a thought for her feelings now brings her hot coffee when she works late. His strange behavior sends ripples across the calm surface of Zoe's heart. Is this the butterfly effect of her rebirth, or is he plotting something new? A chance encounter at "Encounter Café" brings an even bigger surprise. Lila Wei, the girl Hugh cherished, is there, bustling between tables in an apron, her smile as bright as the rumors say. But looking into her eyes, Zoe sees an innocence that startles her. Perhaps this "one true love" never knew she was a weapon destined to shatter another woman's life. As Hugh and Lila meet and fall in love again, just as they did in the past, Zoe stands at a crossroads, questioning for the first time: is revenge the only answer? From quiet endurance to sharp brilliance, Zoe reclaims her family's honor in the world of business while navigating an emotional tug-of-war that reveals the truth of the heart. Hugh's belated affection, Lila's innocent gaze, and the growing pains of her own rediscovery weave a complex web. She finally understands that rebirth isn't about repeating hatred, but about the chance to choose: to drown in the pain of the past, or to walk towards a future that is truly her own. This is a story of female awakening—a battle fought when the illusion of marriage is stripped away and the halo of a "perfect rival" shatters. It’s a story where two evolving souls collide and spark amidst the city's neon lights. You'll find an emotional chess game of sweetness and angst, the satisfying thrill of a comeback against all odds, and the courage of a woman rebuilding herself from the ruins. This urban romance—a blend of second chances, powerful protagonists, and real-world questions—will pull you in. After all, life offers no true do-overs, but we always have the power to rewrite our ending.

This novel was originally conceived and written in Italian, my native language. This is a self-translated version in American English. Som-Nus City was supposed to be a second chance. It never was. Built as a symbol of progress and unity, the archipelago hides a fragile balance between politics, law enforcement, and organized crime. Three powerful syndicates—Corombia Clan, Coza Nostora, and HonKon—fight for control, while corruption spreads beneath the surface. When a police operation uncovers a hidden arsenal meant for something far greater than simple smuggling, the city is pushed to the edge of chaos. Alliances begin to fracture, secrets emerge, and the risk of a full-scale conflict becomes real. At the center of it all is Kay Silva, a military advisor brought in to investigate the case. In a city where loyalty is uncertain and truth is buried deep, he must navigate a deadly game of power—where every move has consequences. Because in Som-Nus City, survival isn’t about being right. It’s about staying alive. Two new chapters every week.

Jimmy had always thought that it was lucky for him to find a beautiful, well built and highly educated girlfriend like Lydia on his own. Therefore, in love, he always tried his best to think for her and believed that he had done everything he could. The two had been in love for four years, and they were classmates in college. It was time to get married. Urged by his girlfriend, he gathered his courage and bought a lot of gifts to visit her parents with Lydia. Unexpectedly, as soon as he entered the room and called out his parents, Lydia's father grabbed the gift he brought and threw it out. His mother even prepared a broom to drive him away. Lydia was so angry that she cried and pleaded with her parents. Jimmy walked out of Lydia's house in a daze.

Som-Nus City doveva essere una seconda occasione. Non lo è mai stata. Nel cuore di un arcipelago che il mondo chiama “paradiso del terzo millennio”, una guerra silenziosa sta divorando tutto: polizia, politica e mafia si intrecciano in un equilibrio fragile, pronto a crollare da un momento all’altro. Tre clan—Corombia, HonKon e ciò che resta della Coza Nostora—si contendono il controllo della città, mentre qualcuno nell’ombra muove i fili. Quando una retata della polizia porta alla scoperta di un arsenale capace di armare un esercito, quell’equilibrio si spezza. Tradimenti, alleanze e vendette iniziano a emergere, e nessuno è più al sicuro. Da una parte c’è Kay Silva, leggenda militare chiamata a riportare ordine in un sistema già corrotto. Dall’altra Bluz, ladro, uomo del clan e fantasma dei Bassifondi, intrappolato tra il suo passato e ciò che non riesce a lasciarsi alle spalle. Tra festival, sparatorie e giochi di potere, le loro strade si intrecceranno in una città che non perdona. Perché a Som-Nus City non esistono eroi. Solo sopravvissuti.

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