Watch Group Pampering Drama Online
My Boyfriend's Endless Pampering
親友大好きな私の恋愛事情
Tamed by Love
みんなの愛を、ちょうだい～
Flash Marriage—CEO's Pampering
奥様、世界が君の離婚を待っているよ～
The Loving Mr. Lloyd
金運到来！善財童子の人間修行
Marriage by Chance, The Actor Who Came Knocking
離婚したら、ハイスぺ男に囲まれた
Frozen Promises
可愛いお嬢様～4人の兄に溺愛されている
A Wrong Night, Forever His Prey
三十年後の選択
One Night With The Equestrian Prince
宮牆雪
My Mafia Life From Maid to Bride
BellyFullofPower:Mama'sMiniMastermind (DUBBED)
My Homeless Husband is a Billionaire
His to Claim, His to Love(DUBBED)
To Live or To Love
Back to the Heiress, Back to Slay
Find Love in the Stone Age
His to Claim, His to Love
No More Second Chance
My Ex Boyfriend's Uncle Gone Wild
Time Out for Revenge
Surprise Vows with My CEO Husband
Father of My Ex, Owner of My Heart
Mr. Lee, You've Got the Wrong Lady
Submitting to My Best Friend's Dad
My Gigolo Husband, The Billionaire Surprise
Shopping at Alien Supermarket
Lucky Jinx Girl
Disguised Billionaire
Secretly Pregnant With My Boss's Baby
It's Meant To Be
My Son is the CEO
Poker Face Darling is Actually Loving
Executive Affair：Resigning from your love
Return of The Trillionaire Heir
Maid for the General
No One Messes With Ms. Keller
The Divorce Attorney's Secret Affair
Reset My Love Target
I Remembered I Am Rich
The Amazing Butcher
My Three Super Cool Sisters
The Legend of Zu
Peachy Missteps
Mr. Stewart’s Prejudice And Fake Love
Miss CEO's Revenge
Revenge Campus
When Wrong Target Meets True Love
The Billionaire's One-Night Debt
Billionaire Surgeon's Innocent Love
Revenge of the Abondoned Heiress
Family Forever
Hot CEO Begs Me to Work
Return of the secret heiress
One Wild Night, One Ring Later
Got you! Mr. Always Right
Love in Full Bloom
CEO's Mistaken Lover
Countdown to Death
The Invincible Treasure Bowl
From Jinx to Fortune
Moonlit Entanglement
My Boyfriend's Endless Pampering
The love story between a rich girl and a poor student ended because their families didn't approve. The boy had a car accident and was taken in by his biological father, becoming a young master. Five years later, their families unexpectedly arranged a marriage between them. Unaware that they are each other's fiancé, they start getting entangled in each other's lives.
親友大好きな私の恋愛事情
Chapters: 0
結婚した親友・鄭暁暁(てい しょうしょう)と離れたくない一心で、南楓(なん ふう)は親友の義兄・謝秋白(しゃ しゅうはく)を攻略ターゲットに定める。彼はクールなドクターで、か弱い絶世の美女がタイプだと噂されている。南楓は猛アタックを仕掛けるが、謝秋白は顔色一つ変えず彼女の“演技”を楽しみ、時折こっそりと助け舟を出すのだった。南楓が彼を落とせそうになったその時、彼の忘れられない“白月光”(過去の想い人)が突然帰国する。これに南楓はついに本性を現し、「もう追うのはやめた！」と宣言。すると今度は謝秋白が強引に彼女を引き止め、“嫁”を取り戻すための追跡劇を始める。二人は紆余曲折を経て、ついに甘い結末を迎える。
Tamed by Love
Scarlett Windsor, heiress of the Windsor Group, is betrayed by her sister and fiancé—left for dead, her memory shattered, and her spirit broken. By chance, she is rescued by Shane Fontaine. After an attack jolts her back to reality, she regains her strength and sharpens her mind. Now, she is ready for vengeance.
みんなの愛を、ちょうだい～
Chapters: 0
白木家のお嬢さんである白木未来は、ある事故をきっかけに自分が両親の実の娘ではないことを知る。真の白木家のお嬢さんが戻ってきた後、彼女は結婚詐欺に遭い、婚約を破棄され、さらに白木家から冷遇され、家を追い出される。自分は貧しい家の生まれだと思っていた白木未来だが、実の両親が彼女を迎え入れた後、名前を黒木未来に改め、実は自分が全国一のお金持ちの家のお嬢さんであることを知る。彼女には、優秀な5人の兄がいて、愛してくれる両親が待っていた。さらに、彼女には世界一の金持ちである社長、田中悠太というハンサムで裕福な婚約者もいたのだ。
Flash Marriage—CEO's Pampering
After a whirlwind marriage arranged by her grandmother, Summer Summers and Edward Sterling wed after one brief meeting. Edward spends a year abroad healing from injury, while Summer climbs the ranks at Sterling Group. When Edward returns as CEO, they unknowingly reunite—sparking curiosity, drama, and romance.
金運到来！善財童子の人間修行
Chapters: 0
善財童子（ぜんざいどうじ）・宋宝珠は、石を金に変える力を持ち、財運を引き寄せるが、天界で度々トラブルを起こし、蟠桃宴（ばんとうえん）の千年蟠桃を食べ尽くしてしまう。そのため、招財仙人（しょうさい せんにん）に命じられ、人間界で修行することに。新年に人間に金運を送るために人間界に降りるが、宋宝珠は人間界に降りてから何度も挫折を味わう。食べるものがない時、落ちぶれた社長・姜舒緹に助けられ、養子として迎えられる。もともと不運に見舞われていた姜舒緹は、宋宝珠と出会った後、次々と幸運に恵まれ、倒産寸前だったレストランは突然繁盛し、金鉱を開くことになる…
Marriage by Chance, The Actor Who Came Knocking
Sadie Quinn, to escape being sold off by her family, impulsively announces her marriage on social media and ends up marrying a multi-billionaire movie star Jace Nolan. After the star finally marries the girl he's been secretly in love with for years, his journey of endlessly pampering his wife begins.
Frozen Promises
On her engagement eve, Cindy Lynn escapes her fiancé's betrayal and family's ruthless plot. A collision with Kevin Fisher - Hyson City's most dangerous tycoon - leaves her pregnant. When he acquires her hotel workplace, power games and forbidden attraction erupt. Cindy claws her way up through grit, yet unravels under Kevin's incendiary pursuit.
A Wrong Night, Forever His Prey
Perhaps the thing Eliza regretted the most was selling her virginity to Eric, only to end up becoming his maid by a twist of fate. From that moment, fate took an irreversible turn. One night of passion left him craving more, and with such close proximity, their bond deepened.
三十年後の選択
Chapters: 0
沈家の養子である沈星瀚（しんせいかん）は家族の寵愛を受けて育ったが、実子である沈皓天（しんこうてん）家に戻ると同時に、その生活は暗いものへと変わっていった。星瀚こそが実子であるという真実を沈家の家族が知った頃には、時すでに遅く、時空実験の志願者となっていた彼を三十年も待ち続けることとなった。三十年後、星瀚の帰りを待つ家族だったが、彼は養子に迎え入れられた過去へと戻り、ともに行くことを拒んでいたのであった。結果、星瀚を失った沈家は崩壊し、沈星瀚は自らの力で商業界での成功を収め、孤児院の子供たちと幸せな家庭を築くのであった。
One Night With The Equestrian Prince
After a reckless one-night stand with equestrian champion Phillips Hobbs, hotel maid Cindy Becker is caught in a scandal that forces them into a flash marriage. Bound by pride and passion yet divided by class and circumstance, their fragile union faces relentless tests—from Phillips’ devoted fiancée to the weight of family expectations. But as jealousy, rivalry, and sacrifice threaten to tear them apart, Cindy and Phillips uncover a truth neither expected: their lives have been intertwined long before that night.
宮牆雪
Chapters: 0
謝瑜はもともと謝家の令嬢で、家族に甘やかされて育ったし、優しい婚約者の李衍がいるが、このすべては斉王に破壊された。斉王が謝家を脅迫して謀反を起こし、無理やりに謝瑜と結婚して王妃にした。李衍は、謝瑜が自分を裏切ったと思い、蕭家や荘家と手を組んで斉王謀反の証拠を見つけ、一挙に皇位に就いた。謝瑜を自分の側に置いて身辺女官とし、しきりに誤解して彼女を傷つけたが、李衍はこれらの証拠が謝家が見つけたものだとは知らなかった。大雍国土の安定のために、誰にも言えない秘密を抱えている謝瑜は、25歳になったら皇宮を出て両親と再会しようとしたが、蕭妃は謝瑜を嫉妬し、謝瑜の両親を殺してしまい、謝瑜の逃げ道を断たれてしまった。それから謝瑜は後宮に入り、宮闘の道を歩き、小さな貴人から、大雍の皇后に成長した。
My Mafia Life From Maid to Bride
Rosa, a lowly maid in a mafia family, suffers constant mistreatment—especially from Max, the heir, who always punishes her for no reason. Everything changes when Rosa learns she's the heiress of a rival gang, and Max is the one who killed her mother. She returns home, ready for revenge.
BellyFullofPower:Mama'sMiniMastermind (DUBBED)
Chapters: 0
Honest, simple country girl Sophia Snyder interns at a hotel when she unexpectedly spends the night with wealthy Shawn Granger. She becomes pregnant and, hearing her baby's thoughts, realizes her past mistakes left them both to suffer. Determined to change their fate, Sophia vows to protect herself and her child. Guided by her unborn child, she rises to wealth, finds true love, and embraces a happy life.
My Homeless Husband is a Billionaire
When exiled heir Chris Alden walks out of prison disguised as a beggar and impulsively marries indebted waitress Olivia Cooper to save her from a forced engagement, their unexpected romance begins. Chris has secretly loved her for years, but with Olivia’s memories lost, he must hide his true identity to stay by her side. Yet as danger closes in and the truth surfaces, one question remains—can their love survive once his secret is exposed?
His to Claim, His to Love(DUBBED)
Chapters: 0
Village doctor Carol Xavier supports her fiancé Preston Leigh through college, only to learn he's married another woman in the city. Heartbroken, she cuts all ties. By chance, she saves mafia leader Mateo Steele, who falls for her at first sight. Touched by his warmth and honesty, Carol finds herself falling too. But just as happiness nears, Preston's jealous wife plots to destroy their love.
To Live or To Love
The celibate CEO Alex, born with a pure-yang constitution, cannot live past New Year's Eve. He finds by chance that Luna, the only woman with a pure-yin constitution, can cure him, so he marries her to survive, gradually falling for her. On hearing that Luna's life will be in peril after saving him, Alex is put in a dilemma.
Back to the Heiress, Back to Slay
Chapters: 0
Misdiagnosed with an intellectual disability at six, Avery Vinton is replaced and abandoned—only to be taken back fifteen years later. Facing her arrogant family, Avery proves she is powerful and far beyond their league. Even her ex-boyfriend, the heir to Eagan's wealthiest family, bows before her. As her secret identities are gradually unveiled, the truth behind her abandonment surfaces—and it is far more sinister than she was ever told.
Find Love in the Stone Age
Lilah, a modern botanist, wakes up in the Stone Age and nearly becomes a tiger's food! Luckily, Derek, the fierce chief of Oracle Clan, saved her and claimed her as his woman. She’s pampered, protected, and ready to build a thriving tribe with her wild mate… until danger stirs beyond the jungle.
His to Claim, His to Love
Chapters: 0
Village doctor Carol Xavier supports her fiancé Preston Leigh through college, only to learn he's married another woman in the city. Heartbroken, she cuts all ties. By chance, she saves mafia leader Mateo Steele, who falls for her at first sight. Touched by his warmth and honesty, Carol finds herself falling too. But just as happiness nears, Preston's jealous wife plots to destroy their love.
No More Second Chance
Nine years ago, Anna was forced to leave Ellison by his controlling mother. To protect his future, she walked away in silence—carrying his unborn child. Unaware of the truth, Ellison was left heartbroken and bitter. Now, fate brings them back together. She's a struggling waitress. He's a successful businessman. Can the wounds of the past be healed, or is it too late for forgiveness and love?
My Ex Boyfriend's Uncle Gone Wild
After Reina finds out her boyfriend cheated on her with her adopted sister, she hooks up with the first guy she meets — Grey, her ex’s wealthy uncle. To get revenge, she proposes a fake relationship with Grey, but their fiery chemistry soon makes things complicated.
Time Out for Revenge
After losing everything in a casino to save his father, Alex Ford awakens in 2000 with the pause-time power. He uses this gift to expose gambling scams, outsmart cheaters, and rescue his friends and sister from deadly traps. Ultimately, Alex recovers his losses and reveals the truth: the only real win in gambling is not to play.
Surprise Vows with My CEO Husband
Katherine uncovers her fiancé’s infidelity on their wedding day. Subsequent challenges, including betrayal by her closest friend and overwhelming wedding debts, pave the way for an unexpected turn as an elderly man presents an opulent betrothal offering to marry Katherine.
Father of My Ex, Owner of My Heart
After catching her boyfriend cheating, Clarissa kisses a mysterious man in a bar—only to discover he’s not just her new boss, but also her ex’s father. Between forbidden love and tangled family ties, passion turns into the ultimate battle of heart and desire.
Mr. Lee, You've Got the Wrong Lady
After a wild night with Brian Lee, her boss and CEO of Lee Group, Cindy Johnson fled in a hurry, accidentally leaving her friend Jane Lynn's resume in the room. Brian mistook Jane for Cindy and took her to his villa. Known for her poor makeup skills, Cindy was considered a bumpkin by colleagues and supervisors, so she decided to do her work well as an intern. Unexpectedly, Brian promoted her to his secretary. Forced to work closely with Brian while hiding her identity, Cindy gradually won his heart. Meanwhile, Jane, desperate to maintain her position, she tried everything to seduce Brian and secretly stabbed Cindy in the back. Using her wits and luck, Cindy overcame various crises and uncovered Jane's betrayal. In the end, Jane's true nature was exposed, justice prevailed, and Cindy and Brian found happiness together.
Submitting to My Best Friend's Dad
1) Becca's summer fling with Tally's father James takes an unexpected turn, entangling her in a whirlwind of forbidden passion. As she navigates the line between desire and deceit, will her secrets unravel everything she holds dear? 2) Becca enjoys a hot Miami summer with her best friend Tally when Tally's dad James joins them. James and Becca give in to their desire for each other. However, Becca's decision to take her best friend's dad as her lover has dangerous consequences. 3) Becca needed the break after a rough year attending Yale and a break-up with her boyfriend. She didn’t expect for her summer of fun to include sleeping with James, the Italian Stallion–her best friend's father. Knowing it’s wrong, she allows James to pull her into a vortex of pleasure that has her breaching the surface of reality and grasping for survival. Can Becca endure this pleasure without Tally finding out? Or will her secrets cause her world to crash around her?
Shopping at Alien Supermarket
After receiving a call saying his father is dying, Neil rides an electric bike to the hospital, only to be hit by a car. His blood flows into his watch; his soul enters Alien Supermarket, where he finds Rehab Capsule that can heal any injury. He buys it. At the same time his money is gone!
Secretly Pregnant With My Boss's Baby
Nora accidentally had a one-night stand with her boss, Alexander. When she woke up the next day, as Nora was running away, she carelessly left behind one of her earrings. The male protagonist, Alexander, thought he had been set up by someone and was determined to find the woman he had a one-night stand with. Coincidentally, this task happened to fall on the female protagonist, Nora. Will the truth that she is the very woman be discovered? What kind of sparks will fly between her and the male protagonist?
It's Meant To Be
Trapped by an abusive mother who steals her money, dance student April makes a desperate attempt to get cash by agreeing to sleep with a billionaire. When the one-night stand results in an unexpected pregnancy, April finds herself thrust into a lifestyle she never could have imagined - and haunted by the secrets of her past as she tries to fit into her new role.
My Son is the CEO
Sara Lawrence, lobby manager of Glory Hotel, wrongly accuses a security guard, Brooks Lewis, who appears in the Presidential Suite of theft. However, this old man turns out to be her boyfriend's father. Brooks is also taken by surprise when he finds out that the rude girl Sara is the girlfriend of his son, who is a CEO.
Poker Face Darling is Actually Loving
Zion Jacob is the young heir of the Jacobs family in the Capital. Ann Xander is an unfortunate girl with no one to rely on. She comes to the Capital to study alone, but her mother takes away all her savings, leaving her with no way out. In her desperation, she decides to take a different path. That night, Zion claims he's infertile, and she believes him. Yet she then finds out she is pregnant and is left wondering what her future holds...
Executive Affair：Resigning from your love
After years of quiet devotion as a CEO’s assistant and secret lover, all Pearl got in return was news of his engagement to a wealthy heiress. Heartbroken and humiliated, she tried to walk away—but life had other plans. A surprise pregnancy. Her father’s crushing debts. No one to turn to. For the first time, Pearl swore she wouldn’t go crawling back to the man who broke her... But Henry isn't ready to lether go, and neither is the world that binds them together.
Return of The Trillionaire Heir
Inheritor of the Angland’s top financial group, Quinton Yates, suffers severe injuries and is left brain-damaged after a car accident. His humble girlfriend, Cinderella Sullivan, works and even sells her blood to cover medical expenses. But the Sullivan Family plan to marry Cinderella to the ruthless heir, Wesley Sun. Just as Cinderella Sullivan says she would rather die, Quinton Yates miraculously awakens due to a sudden heavy strike on his head, vowing to make his enemies pay back a hundredfold.
Maid for the General
Sarah Sherman seeks revenge for her family's massacre by taking on the identity of a maid named Sophia Saunders to infiltrate the general's mansion and uncover the truth. After a series of twists and turns, Sophia discovers that the true mastermind behind the massacre of the Sherman family was Charles Sherman , who had incited her to take revenge on Jonathan Yates . Teaming up with Jonathan, they plot to eliminate Charles. In an effort to thwart Charles's plans, Jonathan knocks Sophia unconscious and goes alone to stop the war, ultimately sacrificing himself in the process. Awakening to find herself alone, Sophia also throws herself into the war, fighting bravely for her country.
No One Messes With Ms. Keller
Long overlooked and undervalued, Nancy endures relentless bullying from her mother-in-law and her husband Ethan’s admirer. Diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer, she seizes control, rejecting her old life of submission for self-empowerment. As Nancy transforms, a remorseful Ethan fights to regain her love. But has he realized his mistakes too late?
The Divorce Attorney's Secret Affair
Aria, a divorce lawyer, is betrayed by her husband Leon and Bianca, who also covets her property. When client George hires her to investigate Bianca's affair, complex entanglements arise between them. George sets traps to counterattack, and Aria discovers his obsession stems from a childhood bond. Finally breaking free from marriage, she chooses to face the future with George, exploring human redemption under betrayal and self-reconstruction.
Reset My Love Target
Jack Lee time-leaps to his confession day—but shocks everyone by pursuing Claire Gordon, his classmate's mother. A mysterious system grants him power, yet a hotel banquet turns his victory into a scandal. When even Claire doubts him, Jack reveals his true strength. The ice queen finally speaks—and nothing will be the same.
I Remembered I Am Rich
Lily Hill, wife of wealthy Charles Lane, pushed him into the sea to seize his assets. Clara Smith saved him, but he lost his memory and fell for her. Despite their plans to marry, Clara's family opposed them and attacked Charles. He eventually regained his memory and remembered his identity as the richest man in Hongo.
The Amazing Butcher
Laurence was running his meat processing business peacefully until his fiancee's infidelity occurred, forcing him to step in. Facing relentless oppression from the Garcias, Laurence revealed his true identity as the Lord of Star Rift Hall to protect his loved ones and confront his enemies.
Mr. Stewart’s Prejudice And Fake Love
Yvonne, while working, meets CEO Michael, and they unexpectedly had a one-night stand. Michael's family ring, left with Yvonne, is stolen by her foster sister Yolanda. Mistakenly, Michael takes Yolanda home, thinking she's the girl from that night. Later, Yvonne's real grandfather finds her, and she reappears in everyone's lives.
Miss CEO's Revenge
Born in a family where her parents only loved her brother, Brocome worked very hard to make herself a president. Having left home for years, she decided to go back to help her family and villagers live a better life. However, her family were as greedy as before.After they knew she owned a company, they asked her for money. At last, she gave up the idea of helping them.Key words: girl power, fate changing, twists, drama
When Wrong Target Meets True Love
Bethany Dale, a temp hotel attendant of the hotel owned by Connor Johnson, was asked to deliver condoms to some guests, only to find out that the guests were her boyfriend Jake Campbell and best friend Haylee Blake. Unwilling to swallow the humiliation, she decided to seek revenge and planned to seduce Dennis Campbell, Jake's uncle, but mistook the target and seduced Connor instead. Connor, in order to fulfill his seriously-ill father's wish, decided to marry Bethany. After their marriage, because Bethany mistook Connor for Dennis, there were many misunderstandings, but thanks to Connor's status and various coincidences, she cleverly resolved all the problems. Jake and Haylee made a fool of themselves.
The Billionaire's One-Night Debt
Evelyn's mistake? Taking money from Henry after their one-night stand. She'd loved him secretly for 8 years. Their toxic affair burned hot at night, cold by day. When Henry got engaged, Evelyn tried to leave. But he dragged her back. Now he keeps protecting her. She thinks he doesn't care. Really, he can't let her go.
Billionaire Surgeon's Innocent Love
Emily, in desperate need of money, responds to a surrogacy ad and meets wealthy surgeon Thomas, who mistakes her for a gold-digger. After a passionate night, Thomas becomes infatuated, and she becomes his kept woman. Despite developing feelings, Emily knows their relationship is transactional and decides to walk away. However, their shared experiences linger in her heart. With Chris's help, Emily and Thomas eventually find their way back to each other.
Family Forever
Felix King's family has genetic issues that make it difficult to have children. To ensure the continuation of the King family line, his mother asks Felix's childhood friend to drug him and find a pure girl in urgent need of money for her education, named Jane Brown. Jane unexpectedly becomes pregnant. When Mrs. King learns of this, she is overjoyed and brings Jane into their home, treating her as a treasured member of the family.
Return of the secret heiress
Three years ago, business legend Laura Lewis fell for unknown Ben Harrison while scouting a project in Maplewood. She hid her identity, married him, and quietly helped grow his company. But after finding success, Ben handed her divorce papers and cheated with a rich girl. Laura decided it was time for a comeback.
One Wild Night, One Ring Later
After confessing her love to Lucas, Nina got fired on the spot. That same night, she ended up in his bed. She tried to sneak away, only to get dragged back and forced to become his wife. While Lucas was on a business trip, Nina partied hard every night, until he came home early and caught her at a hotel.
Got you! Mr. Always Right
Jane's ex and high school rival get engaged, inviting her to humiliate her. Jane hires a "ride-share driver" named Mike as a fake husband, unaware he's wealthy and knows her. Jane enters high society, loved by Mike but facing pressure from wealthy heiress Sissy, who opposes their union, leading to a tangled web of love, family, and jealousy.
Love in Full Bloom
A young romance turned tragic when Alex was diagnosed with brain cancer. To save him, Evelyn left alone bearing their child, Mia. Five years on, Lane fell ill and slipped into a vegetative state. Mia plays violin on the streets. Now the richest man in Capital City, Alex comes home to look for Evelyn and they finally meet again.
CEO's Mistaken Lover
After a one-night stand with her aloof future boss Lester, Cathy hides her identity, fearing she'd lose her job. But Lester mistakes Cathy's sister Vivi for the mystery woman. As work brings Cathy and Lester closer, the sparks between them reignite—will he ever realize who she truly is?
Countdown to Death
Shawn Chambers gained a special ability that allowed him to see countdown numbers above the heads of people who were about to die, indicating their remaining lifespan. During a flight, he was horrified to discover that everyone on the plane had a countdown number of 0 above their heads. Shawn suspected an impending disaster and convinced Skylar Walker to leave the plane with him. The plane indeed crashed, and Skylar decided to help Shawn save those people whose countdown numbers had appeared. Despite their numerous attempts to save others, they were failed every time. As they parted ways, Shawn suddenly noticed a death countdown above Skylar's head as well!
The Invincible Treasure Bowl
During the freezing doomsday, Sean was tragically left in the snow by his crush to die when unexpectedly, he time-traveled to three days before the end of the world. Determined not to be a simp again, he used the Treasure Bowl to store tons of supplies and create a refuge base, dominating the doomsday and getting true love.
From Jinx to Fortune
In the 1970s famine years, little Benny gets found in the mountains by Olive, the village jinx. She raises him on her own and meets Ethan, a sickly but kind man. Through hardship, the three of them grow into a family, the curse fades, and Benny’s luck helps them rise to become the richest in the county.
Moonlit Entanglement
Drugged by scheming classmates, Sophie awakens entangled with Samuel, her bestie's enigmatic uncle. Though she flees, determined to erase the night, his obsession only deepens. When a rival emerges, he abandons restraint, launching a relentless pursuit, and Sophie gradually falls for him.