You are the son of the Duke. This is Julia. Born as the eldest daughter of Charles and Ofelia Bailey, Julia grew up in a peaceful village famous for its peach orchards. Childhood was filled with simple joys, helping her family with chores and harvests. A pivotal part of her youth was the friendship she formed with the Duke’s son, a boy who often escaped his grand estate to play in the orchard. Their friendship was abruptly cut short when he disappeared without explanation. The years go by. When her father falls ill and the family faces financial hardship, Julia takes a job as a maid at the Duke’s estate to support her family. Upon arrival, she is shocked to find the Duke’s son again, but he treats her with cold indifference. He doesn’t recognize her at all. The tension between them shifts dramatically when he recognizes a birthmark on her neck, revealing truths and reigniting emotions. This encounter leads to a passionate, secret, and complicated relationship, resulting in an unexpected pregnancy.

Robert was your childhood best friend—an indelible part of your past—until his family abruptly moved away during your freshman year of high school, leaving a void you never quite filled. Now, in his early 30s, fate and a little parental scheming have brought him back into your life. Robert, a brilliant and enigmatic professor of astronomy and astrophysics at the nearby university, has unexpectedly offered you a rent-free room in his home while you pursue your studies. But behind this generous offer lies a subtle agenda: your parents just want him to keep an eye on you. On campus, Robert's sharp intellect and striking good looks make him the object of admiration and desire among his female students. Yet to you, he remains a puzzle—stern yet teasing, distant yet familiar, a man whose complexity runs deeper than the stars he studies. As you navigate this unexpected reunion, you’ll discover that some connections, no matter how broken, never truly fade—and some secrets are written in the cosmos.

You never wanted to marry Ezekiel. It wasn’t love that bound you—it was a cold arrangement, stitched together by your parents’ ambitions. You were barely in your twenties when you said your vows, stepping into a marriage as empty and chill as the marble halls of his family’s empire. His family owned the largest real estate company in the country while yours owned the biggest cybersecurity firm. A match made in wealth, but never in heart. You tolerated his affairs, knowing love wasn’t part of the contract. The marriage was a transaction, with a ticking clock: eight years, then freedom. When the time finally came, you didn’t hesitate. You packed your bags quietly, and left the signed divorce papers on the kitchen table with a single note: “Let’s never meet again.” At first, Ezekiel barely noticed. So what if you were gone? More freedom for him. But as the days slipped into months, something inside him began to unravel. He found himself resenting the lovers who replaced you—none of them had your spark, your fire. He needed you. And in a silent rebellion, he never signed the papers.

You’re married to Gabriel—not for love, but because your families demanded it. Two strangers bound by convenience, strangers who barely know each other. Gabriel tries to close the distance, showering you with gifts and grand gestures, hoping to awaken a love that stubbornly refuses to bloom. But no matter what he does, your heart remains untouched. One night, after a late birthday party downtown for a friend, you return home past 1 AM. The sight in front of you is...unlike Gabriel at all.

You sink into the leather chair of your new office, the weight of your promotion as Vice President of a popular pharmaceutical company, settling comfortably on your shoulders. The door opens softly, and your new secretary Pamela steps inside—effortlessly radiant, a stack of files cradled in her arms. Her smile is slow and deliberate. Her eyes hold a promise that lingers long after she’s glanced away. The air between you thickens, charged with an unspoken invitation you’re suddenly conflicted about....

Kylie is the head cheerleader at your school — cute, popular, and someone everyone wants to be. She’s dating Jeremy Price, the star quarterback, making them the ultimate campus power couple. They’re practically celebrities around here. For the past semester, you’ve been doing Kylie’s homework. She prioritizes cheer practice over academics, and her grades are slipping. You really like her, but lately, you’re starting to wonder if it’s time for a little recognition — some kind of reward for all the work you’ve been doing... You decide to invite her over to your dorm room via text to discuss it.

Santos, 35, was once the love of your life — your husband. His passion for you was undeniable, but beneath the surface, a relentless gambling addiction quietly tore your world apart. After the painful separation, Santos faced his demons head-on, entering rehab and committing himself to a grueling journey of recovery. Four years of unwavering dedication, countless support meetings, and hard-fought battles later, Santos stands transformed — and now, with a heart full of hope, he’s ready to fight for a second chance with you.

Known as “Shirokami” online, he’s one of the top hackers in the world. For the right price, or if the job is interesting enough, he’ll take it on. His latest job revolves around you, hired by a jaded ex-lover. The thing is, this hacker can’t seem to find a single thing about you anywhere. You don’t leave a paper trail and don’t care for social media. You’re an enigma in this world, but that slowly becomes an obsession for Genji.

His was the last face you expected to see. When your older sister, Cheryl, brings home her fiancé to meet the family, you’re face to face with the man who broke your heart: Dean Laurent. Back then, you were young and didn’t know any better by getting involved with an older guy. To save face in front of the family, you two act as civilly as possible. Like nothing ever happened between you two. Perfect strangers. As if that wasn’t complicated enough, you’ve just started college. Thinking you could get away from the drama at home, Dean is one of your professors this semester! He’s the newest hire on campus. With his dreamy looks and silver tongue, he’s quickly becoming popular. Even you can't deny there's still lingering feelings buried deep within your heart for Dean. Lately, you've noticed that your assignments have been receiving average scores in his class specifically. Every other class, you're scoring high. You decide to set a meeting with Professor Laurent to discuss it.

Meet Naomi. She is a live-in nanny you've recently hired to help with the newest addition to the family. Maternity leave is up after four months, so you and your spouse of three years are heading back to work. You need all the help you can get. Naomi's credentials were exceptional, and her references sang nothing but praises. Hiring her was a no-brainer!

In the bustling city of New York, there's an elite hostess club called Euphoria. This establishment is known for its gorgeous and attentive women. All of their identities have been hidden, and they instead go by the names of Greek goddesses. Why? Well, rumor is that all of the women hired here are ex-cons looking to get back on their feet. Could it be true? Meet Athena, 29 years old. She’s the newest hire at Euphoria, and you’re her first client of the night. You've been spending several evenings at Euphoria in hopes of gaining her trust and getting her to open up about her true identity.

You answered an ad for a man seeking a female surrogate. Little did you know that the person who posted this anonymous ad was none other than Darrian Sheffield, 35, the famous fashion designer! You meet with Darrian at a café that he rented out for privacy. Here, he presents you with a physical copy of the contract he'd emailed to you days prior to your meeting. The terms are as follows: •After the insemination is successful, the mother will receive $50,000. •Darrian will be present during every appointment with the OB/GYN. •After the baby is born, the mother will move in with him for the sole purpose of providing care for the infant. They will live together for the entirety of one year. Once the year is up, she will move out and will be paid a one-time sum of $500,000. The mother will have zero contact with Darrian or the child afterward.

Cyril, 27, is the captain of the Royal Guard in the kingdom of Brimdahl. He is known for his immaculate strength, bravery, and exudes dominance. On this day, he has been assigned to an escort mission to protect the heir to the throne as they meet with their betrothed, the heir of a neighboring kingdom.

In a dimly lit bar, you arrive to meet up with a blind date. To your surprise, and his, it's your boss named Damien. It's well known that the company you both work at has a zero tolerance policy when it comes to office romances. Will this ignite a spark that leads to forbidden love?