"You know I’m using you, don’t you?"
"Yes, but I’m willing. I’m willing to be a pawn in your hands," Ricard said, his voice softer than ever.For four years, Lucia had only one thing on her mind: revenge. She loved the man in front of her, but so what? That love meant nothing compared to the deep-seated hatred in her heart. 
Her father’s death, her mother’s insanity, and her family’s hospital being taken over — how could she let go of such a grudge?It was she who seduced him, approached him with all kinds of schemes to make him love her, all because he was the fiancé of the person who caused her family’s misfortune. And he, he loved her so much that he would do anything for her. His strength, intelligence, and resolve seemed to vanish completely before her.Perhaps the only thing he was lucky for in this life was being of value to her.

In Love With The Hot CEO

　　The shimmering light from the crystal chandeliers reflected off her navy blue evening gown, making her look like a star against the night sky. The moment she appeared, the atmosphere in the hall seemed to pause for a brief second. The chatter gradually died down, replaced by the gaze of curious and admiring eyes fixed on her.


　　Mr. Meller, with a self-satisfied smile, gently introduced Emma to a few old friends. But before he could finish his sentence, the men around them quickly approached, unable to take their eyes off Emma. They looked at her as if she were a rare treasure freshly discovered, each of them eager to learn more about this mysterious woman.


　　"May I have the pleasure of knowing your name?" a distinguished middle-aged man with silver-streaked hair stepped forward, his voice friendly but unable to hide his eagerness.


CHAPTER 8 The deception of the