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The life of orphan Adele Marton changes in an instant when Caspian Darrow, a reserved and wealthy man, offers her a job as a housekeeper with accommodation. Despite her fears and doubts, she agrees and within hours finds herself in his luxurious apartments. Soon Adele enters the university of her dreams - and learns that her teacher and supervisor is Caspian himself. Their lives unexpectedly intertwine, and daily clashes of character turn their life together into a test.

As soon as you let go — the person instantly comes back. As if they feel it: they are no longer a resident of your heart. I had just decided that he was my past. A mistake. Pain. A lesson. But Bohdan Saveliev decided otherwise. The man who, time after time, pushed me away like an unwanted girl, burst into my life again — swiftly, persistently, without the right to refuse. For a second, it seemed like there would be no more pain. But it seems he simply doesn’t know any other way. Or maybe our story is an endless swing between “go” and “stay,” between pride and love, between fear and the madness of feelings. Because no matter how much I resist — in his eyes now there is only one thing to read: “You’re mine…”

"So — a single mother," Tarnavskyi says, looking at her with open mockery, with unmistakable condescension. "I don't recall you mentioning that particular detail." "Sorry, but people don't usually show up to speed dating carrying placards. Next time, though, I'll be sure to make one." She wants to run to the ends of the earth from a man who sees a woman with a child as damaged goods. And at the same time, to beg him to give her a chance — because she needs this job like she needs air. "And on top of that, an incompetent doctor. Give me one reason why I should keep you in my department. This is not a charity."

"You said you'd lost your job, had no roof over your head, and Child Protective Services took your kid…" "I'll manage." Her snub nose tilts higher, pure defiance. "Don't make me laugh. You know exactly how the game is played. I can make the whole mess go away — a roof, money, a job." "And what's the catch?" "You are." "So you want me as your kept woman?" "Call it what you like. I prefer something more diplomatic: a mutually beneficial arrangement." "You won't even pretend otherwise?" "I deal in straight talk and honesty." "Then here's mine: no."

After a brutal divorce, I returned to my homeland and landed the role of Chief Architect at a prestigious development firm. But the branch director turned out to be my ex — the very man who once betrayed me without a second thought. Now he's determined to force me out and destroy everything I've built. Can I hold on to the position I fought so hard to win — and what will our bitter clash cost me?

"Asya, why are you deceiving me? What are you hoping to achieve?" A tense pause. "I have nothing against your daughter, but I can't stand lies — especially when they're utterly pointless." She rose abruptly and headed for the door. "Asya, wait!" She shook her head without looking back. Can two people spend a single day together and fall in love for a lifetime? Perhaps only in a girl's rosy dreams…

I walk down the hallway and stop dead at the door to the children's room. The girls are sitting on the floor, examining the toys I brought for little Hannusia. "Kostik says every child has a dad," the older one says, her tone businesslike as she stacks the blocks. "He's just lost for some of us. When my dad is found, he'll bring me pretty toys like these too. And I promise I'll share them with you. You share with me." The younger girl swats at the tower and the blocks scatter everywhere. "I wish he'd show up already," she sighs. "Otherwise I'll grow up before I even get to play with them." I turn back to Olena. "How old is Olya?" "Six — she starts school this year." I should ask the obvious question, but it feels like there's sand in my throat. No words will come out.

"But he doesn't love you!" "If I meant nothing to him, he wouldn't have married me. Maybe these months apart made him realise he can't live without me. I need him more than I can bear." "And what about me? How am I supposed to go on? I can't do it without you. I just can't." "Believe me, it tears me apart knowing I'm hurting you. You are so dear to me, and I will always be grateful. But I love Kyryl. Please… if you truly love me, then understand." "Yes… I understand. I understand everything." He rose and walked toward the door. In the doorway, he stopped and looked back. "But when we find each other in the next life, promise me you'll choose me then." "In the next life… yes. I will." He whispered "Goodbye" so softly it was nearly lost in the silence, then walked out of the room.

Bozhena’s ex-husband is vacationing in the mountains, preparing to attend a Christmas ball for the local elite with his new wife, while Bozhena and her daughter are left to spend the winter holidays at home. The way her former lover treats both their daughter and Bozhena herself deeply hurts her, but then an old friend offers her something unexpected…

When I was stabbed in the back, I decided that the best thing to do was to get drunk and forget. But I didn't know that after that night with a handsome man, the situation would come to a head. When I realized I was pregnant, I decided to find him. But when we met, I didn't recognize him as that handsome blond boy. And he was not very happy about the news of my impending fatherhood and called that night a mistake...

“You're playing with fire now, girl!” Yarosh grabs my arm above the elbow and pulls me towards him. “I can destroy you in a split second.” “No doubt about it! That's the only way people like you operate!” I scream at him. Then why didn't you, being so rich, take Zlata from me right away? Do you even know how hard it is for children to survive in orphanages? Daniel is silent, just looking at me with a murderous look. “This is not the time or place to discuss this,” he replies coldly, "My men will come here tomorrow morning and take Zlata away. I give you the right to go with her. You will stay with her until I prove my paternity, and then you will relinquish custody.

Our first meeting was unexpected. I decided to take a chance and let you touch my heart. It's a pity it didn't end well. I thought that was it. I would forget you like a bad dream, but one day I found out who you really are. Did it change anything in my attitude towards you? Not at all. In my eyes, you are still a bastard, and nothing more. But when fate gives me the opportunity to see you again, I will not refuse. Not because I care about you. But because I want to prove to myself that I can do anything. Even in spite of you.

Why do you need me?" I ask quietly and doubt whether the Emir heard me. - "Too much honor for a Tychy's litter. - “You're right, Snow White,” the Emir leans toward me, but this time he doesn't even try to touch me. - "I wouldn't run after a litter like that. But for the enemy's daughter... and an illegitimate one at that... I look up at him sharply and can't believe my ears. Does he know who I am? How is this possible?“ ”Where are you from..." my voice trembles, and I find it difficult to put the words together. - Are you surprised, Snow White?" His smile makes me break out in a sticky sweat. - I can see that you are. Now we're going to play a slightly different game. I'm sure you'll like it...

HE: Denys Tarnovskyi, a member of the capital’s elite, a successful businessman, and the owner of a booming IT company. He is handsome, a macho man, and a notorious womanizer—yet still one of the most eligible bachelors. ​SHE: Sofiia Iskrytska, a young single mother and a "gray mouse." An employee in the finance department and one of dozens of his subordinates, she carefully hides her vibrant and wealthy past. ​She is not his type, and he—like men in general—does not interest her at all! But someone has decided to turn these two into a couple.

He’s her target — the one she must gather intel on… and then vanish without a trace. Simple enough. Or it should have been. Until she accidentally became his fake fiancée. Until his brother started suspecting her of every mortal sin. And until their long-time rival took a sudden, dangerous interest in her. Falling in love was never part of the plan. But in a mission like this, keeping secrets is easy — keeping her heart out of it is the real challenge.

"She is innocent, yet her life was shattered by a ruthless lawyer who knows no mercy. Her studies, her career, her peace—all gone. A debt she never incurred has become a crushing burden. And just as Liya finally gathers the strength to move on, fate deals a cruel hand: the very man who destroyed everything reappears in her life. How do you survive when your enemy becomes a part of your world?"

Welcome to the next thrilling chapter in the story of how a frozen heart begins to melt… This is the highly anticipated continuation of “His Heart: The Hardest Case to Win” — a completed and free novel that captured thousands of hearts. Now, the journey continues as love challenges logic, passion defies control, and one man’s carefully built walls begin to crumble. Add this book to your library and get ready to fall all over again—for a love that knows no rules, no limits, and no timeline.

- “Are you sure you can live without me?” David asks, unhappy. "Even yesterday you called me, even though I told you to stay away from me. And not just called. First she asked me to pick her up, and then... she kissed me so passionately." - Enough! - My worst expectations were realized. David remembers everything... I know that now he will pour salt on this wound, and I want to stop him before the process begins. - Yesterday I made a mistake. Let's just forget it." - How can you forget something like that? - David gets to his feet and rests his palms on the table. Now he is hovering over me, and I am like a mouse in front of him...

Arina had no time for relationships. After her life was split into two, she vowed to be strong. But she did not know what fate had in store for her. Will she still be able to withstand the pressure of problems and not break down? On the day of his only brother's wedding, Maxim broke up with his bride. In order to take revenge and let off steam, he found himself a victim for the night. But could he have imagined the consequences of this rash act? Apparently not...

He is a doctor who helps women every day to be healthy and give birth to children. But will his dream of a happy family and children come true? She is a store manager and simply a woman with a broken heart, filled with a sea of unspent love. When their paths cross, it seems that nothing could be easier than fulfilling each other's dreams. But it's not that simple. Past relationships, personal fears and doubts, and many other obstacles stand in the way of their dreams. How will the lives of these two unfold? What will they dare to do?