Sealed Marriage with a Disabled Billionaire
How far are you willing to go for your family's company?
Eloise Jane Lopez is the one true child of the Lopezes, and due to her sick father's wish, she needs to marry a man she doesn't know to keep the company her parents manage in order. And the man she will marry is none other than Cosmo Dominguez, a multi-billionaire, whose supposed fiancée was Eloise's step-sister but got pregnant, leaving Eloise with no choice but to be the substitute bride.
After the wedding, Cosmo laid out another agreement with Eloise, that the marriage would only be temporary, and that they would have to separate after two years.
Can they uphold the signed agreement until the end, or can they stop the feelings forming between them?
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Chapter 3
Eloise recognized the voice-it was Caroline Dominguez. She knew her well. Caroline was Elaine's best friend and had once teamed up with her to bully Eloise.
Caroline had assumed that Elaine would be the one marrying Cosmo, so she was shocked when she found out it was Eloise instead.
Back when the Lopez family still treated Eloise as their real daughter, she was known for being smart and admired by many. People even called her "The First Princess of Tagaytay." Even though Caroline came from the wealthy Dominguez family, she was often compared to Eloise, which only fueled her hatred.
When it was later revealed that Eloise wasn't truly a Lopez, Caroline didn't stop mocking her. In her eyes, Eloise had lost all value without the Lopez name. She figured Eloise would end up marrying an average businessman at best, not someone from a rich family.
What she didn't expect was for Eloise to marry her very own cousin-Cosmo, whom she deeply admired.
Caroline was furious. Her glare at Eloise was filled with contempt. Without any filter, she mocked her, "What are you after, marrying my cousin? Everyone knows the truth. You're a fake daughter-how can someone like you be worthy of him?"
Her tone was arrogant and rude. Some of the people around them simply watched the scene unfold-some entertained, others taking the opportunity to humiliate Eloise.
But Eloise didn't flinch. She answered calmly, "I'm not sure what you mean, Miss Caroline. Care to explain?"
Caroline replied right away, her voice dripping with mockery, "With my cousin's situation right now, isn't it obvious? You're just after his money."
Eloise smiled and replied, "Yes, the Dominguez family is wealthy. But not everyone is driven by money. And what situation are you referring to? Are you saying that because of his disability, no one could possibly love or marry him unless it's for money?"
Her response left some people speechless. Cosmo's injury was a sensitive topic within the family, especially for Wilfred and Cosmo's mother, Tanya. Tanya gave Caroline a sharp look.
Caroline gasped, clearly caught off guard by Eloise's pointed reply. "That's not what I meant!" she quickly said, flustered and struggling to explain herself.
Eloise gave her a small smile, watching as Caroline's face turned red from embarrassment. She didn't even realize she had contradicted herself. By accusing Eloise of marrying Cosmo for money, she had basically implied that Cosmo wasn't lovable or worthy of real love-only someone with an ulterior motive would be with him.
Instead of defending Cosmo, she ended up insulting him.
Tanya finally stepped in, her voice firm. "Caroline, whatever your opinion is, Eloise is now Cosmo's wife. She's your cousin-in-law. You should learn to show respect and call her 'Ate Eloise' from now on."
Tanya had arranged the marriage herself. After Cosmo got injured, she tried to find a woman willing to marry him, but nearly everyone said no. Though she was picky in her search, she no longer had many options.
She had always wanted Cosmo to get married-someone who could take care of him closely. For her, having a wife was better than just hiring a caretaker.
More than that, considering Cosmo's current condition, she hoped he could have a child soon. If Wilfred had a great-grandchild, he might not ignore Cosmo so easily.
Initially, Elaine agreed to the marriage. But a month before the wedding, the Lopez family approached Tanya and said Eloise would take her place.
Tanya didn't like the sudden change. She didn't trust the Lopezes. Besides, Eloise was just an adopted daughter. But the Lopez family explained that they had raised Eloise for eighteen years with love and care.
In the world of the wealthy, Eloise was known for her intelligence, beauty, and grace. Even though her background didn't match Cosmo's, she was still a better fit than Elaine.
After thinking it through, Tanya realized they had a point. Aside from not being a real Lopez by blood, Eloise had received top education and upbringing before her real identity was discovered. So, Tanya agreed to let Eloise marry Cosmo. And since she made that decision herself, she stood by it-especially in front of the rest of the Dominguez family.
"Your aunt is right. Eloise is Cosmo's wife now. Don't be disrespectful," Mr. Wilfred said, speaking up at just the right moment.
Caroline wasn't happy, but before she could respond, her mother pulled her aside and gave her a stern look that clearly said, "Don't talk back." If she kept going, it would reflect poorly on her parents' upbringing.
Then, Mr. Wilfred turned to Eloise. "Eloise, from now on, you and Cosmo are together. If he ever does anything wrong to you, come to me. I'll take care of it."
Eloise knew the old man was only saying kind words for show, so she calmly replied, "Yes, Grandpa."
Caroline didn't expect to be defeated by her own words, and the others chose to stay quiet too. Instead, they acted nicely toward Eloise-whether they meant it or not-and gave her a gift.
Dinner went smoothly, and when it was over, Eloise went to see Tanya.
Tanya asked her, "Have you met Cosmo already? How was it? Did he give you a hard time?"
Eloise shook her head. "Not really."
Tanya hesitated for a moment and let out a soft sigh. "Cosmo used to be kind, but after everything that happened to him, it's natural for him to feel down. His patience is shorter now too. Try to understand him."
"I understand," Eloise replied.
Tanya liked how calm and respectful Eloise was. "You're a smart girl. I believe you'll be able to build a good relationship with your husband. Don't worry about what other people say. Just let them be."
Eloise nodded. After a bit more small talk, Tanya told her to head back to the small building where Cosmo lived.
Since Eloise remembered the way, she didn't ask anyone to walk her back. She figured it was best to get used to the place since this would be her new home now.
When she got to her room, she noticed her things were gone. She didn't overthink it and headed straight to the master bedroom. She knocked before entering.
"Were my things moved here already?"
Cosmo had heard about the dinner earlier and looked at her with a cold expression. "My mom is really something. She had the guest bedroom prepared for you earlier, but shortly after, she had your stuff moved to the master bedroom."
Eloise wasn't surprised. They were married after all, so it made sense for her things to be in the master bedroom.
After thinking it over for a second, she spoke. "Your mom won't be watching our every move. When it's time to sleep, I'll just go back to the guest room so I won't bother you."
To her, it didn't matter where her things were-what mattered was getting some rest.
Cosmo didn't care. "Do what you want."
He considered the whole building his private space, so having someone suddenly move into the master bedroom just because they were married wasn't something he was comfortable with.
But even though Eloise didn't insist on staying, he somehow felt like he was the one being rejected. She had clearly said she wouldn't interfere, yet he felt a strange heaviness in his chest.
As Eloise was about to get her clothes and return to the guest room to take a shower, she noticed Cosmo sitting on the edge of the bed. Remembering what Tanya had told her, she carefully asked, "Has anyone helped you clean up yet?"
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8.8
Kaia was diagnosed with late-stage bone cancer, with only three months left to live.
She wanted to give up her family's entire trust fund just to have Gerrit play the role of a loving husband for her final days.
But before she could show him the biopsy report, he looked at her with absolute disgust, declaring that their three-year marriage made him physically sick.
He only loved Seraphina.
To force Kaia out, Seraphina constantly framed her. When Seraphina faked a fall, Gerrit pushed Kaia so hard she tore her waist open on a glass table.
When Kaia writhed in agonizing pain from her failing organs, he stood over her coldly, mocking her pathetic acting.
Even when Gerrit finally discovered Seraphina had hired a fake stalker and maliciously burned Kaia's skin with boiling tea, he still chose to protect his mistress.
"I already signed the divorce papers with Kaia. We are going to bury this story temporarily to protect the company."
Hearing those words from behind the wall, the last shred of hope in Kaia's chest completely died.
She had endured his cruelty for three years, only to realize his bias for another woman defied all logic and morality.
Lying in the bathtub, coughing up mouthfuls of dark blood that turned the water crimson, Kaia picked up her phone and dialed her lawyer.
"Julian, initiate the final plan."
Since Gerrit despised her existence, she would make sure he never found her body.
7.4
Avery thought she'd found her happily ever after with Ethan, the charming billionaire who swept her off her feet in Willow Creek. But after one night of passion, he vanished, leaving her heartbroken and alone. She returned home to find her grandmother, her only family, had passed away.
Devastated, Avery discovered a shocking truth: she was the daughter of a millionaire who'd left her a vast fortune. Relocated to New York, she met Ethan again, but this time, he was determined to win her back. Unbeknownst to him, Avery had been hiding a life-changing secret: she's the mother of his twin babies.
As Avery navigates her complicated past and the wicked family members who despise her, Ethan's pursuit becomes relentless. He'll stop at nothing to reclaim the love they shared, but Avery's secrets threaten to tear them apart. Can she trust him with her heart and the truth about their children, or will it drive them further apart?
Ethan's words echoed in her mind: "I've been searching for you for six years, Avery. I won't let you go again." But Avery's secrets were only the beginning. Little did Ethan know, their love story was only just beginning...
8.2
My wedding to Ethan Reed was just weeks away.
After seven years, I was certain of our perfect future.
Then, Ethan claimed "selective amnesia" from a head injury, forgetting only me.
I tried to make him remember, until I overheard his video call.
"Total genius move," he boasted to friends.
His amnesia was a fake "hall pass" to pursue influencer Chloe Vance before our wedding.
Heartbroken, I feigned belief.
I endured his open flirting with Chloe and their taunting selfies.
He mocked my distress, prioritizing Chloe's fake emergency.
After an accident he caused, he abandoned me, injured, choosing to send Chloe to the hospital first.
He even tried to cut me off financially.
How could my fiancé be this cruel, calculating monster?
His betrayal poisoned every memory.
I felt like a fool for trusting such boundless cruelty.
His audacity left me reeling.
But I wouldn’t be his victim.
Instead of breaking, a cold plan formed.
I would shed my identity, become Olivia Carter.
I would disappear, leaving him, my past, and his engagement ring behind forever, claiming my freedom.
8.7
Emerson worked grueling twelve-hour shifts just to keep her five-year-old son, Leo, alive. Her only lifeline was her partner Alden, who was willing to give up his wealthy family to protect them.
But when Leo's bone marrow completely failed, the doctor delivered a death sentence. The only way to save him was a two-million-dollar treatment, or having another child with his biological father.
That father was Finnegan Mcconnell, the ruthless billionaire who had accused Emerson of faking her pregnancy and abandoned her five years ago.
Desperate for the medical fees, Emerson submitted her designs to Finnegan's company.
Instead of advancing the money, Finnegan tore her portfolio to shreds and trapped her as a prisoner in his estate.
To force her complete submission, he systematically destroyed her reality. He framed Alden with federal charges, leaving him facing twenty years in prison.
Alden's mother stormed into the pediatric ICU, violently strangling Emerson against the wall.
"Beg Finnegan to let my son go! You are a curse!"
Even Emerson's own adoptive mother showed up at the hospital, just to publicly mock her dying child.
Emerson was suffocating in despair. Finnegan already had a beautiful new wife and a five-year-old daughter—absolute proof he had been cheating while she was pregnant and alone.
He had his perfect family. Why did he have to hunt her down and sever every lifeline she had left, just to watch her drown?
With her son's heart monitor fading and Alden locked in a cell, her pride finally shattered.
Emerson walked into the top-floor executive office and dropped to her knees at the devil's feet, but the desperate mother looking up at him was preparing for a devastating revenge.
9.5
As a highborn succubus, I somehow managed to starve myself to death-thanks to my obsessive cleanliness and ridiculously picky appetite.
When I opened my eyes again, I had transmigrated into Vivian Hartwell-the long-lost "real" daughter with a tragically cursed fate.
I had barely been taken back into the Hartwell family before they forced me to attend a so-called "death matchmaking" event in Kingsford-on behalf of Natalie Hartwell, the fake heiress-to meet Damian Blackwood, the infamous "living reaper."
Rumor had it Damian was brutal and bloodthirsty-every woman who'd ever been involved with him either ended up dead or driven insane.
At the event, over a hundred socialites were trembling on their knees, silently praying they wouldn't be the one chosen.
Just as Damian let out a cold smirk and reached to pick his unlucky victim, I took a deep breath from the back of the crowd.
The scent emanating from him was a rare, potent masculine essence-something encountered perhaps once in ten millennia.
For a painfully picky succubus like me, this was nothing short of salvation.
I kicked aside the girl blocking my way, my eyes practically glowing as I threw both hands up. "Pick me! Hurry, pick me!"
8.6
Marrying Theron Draix in a few days was a life long dream come true.
For seventeen years, I'd loved him, revolving my life around him, and in just three days, we should be married.
"Let's break up. I won't be attending the wedding," he said.
My life shattered in that instant.
Finding out he was in love with my adopted sister was worse. They had played me and controlled my emotions.
At the end, Mireya had killed me.
If I was given a second chance, I would never love Theron and never trust Mireya.