Story By Elizabeth Mensah
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Elizabeth Mensah

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The secret behind her smile
Updated at Aug 18, 2026, 03:13
The Secret Behind His SmileGenre: Romance, Drama, MysteryTime: ContemporaryEpisode 1 — A New BeginningAmelia had promised herself that she would never fall in love again.Not after what happened in her previous relationship.She had spent months trying to understand how someone she trusted so much could become a stranger overnight. She had cried, blamed herself, and questioned whether she had been foolish for believing in promises that were never meant to last.Eventually, she realized something important.She didn't need another relationship to feel complete.What she needed was peace.That was why, on a warm Monday morning, Amelia stood outside the gates of Westbridge University with a small suitcase beside her and a nervous smile on her face.“New city. New school. New life,” she whispered.She took a deep breath and walked inside.The university was much bigger than she had imagined. Students hurried across the courtyard, carrying books and talking with their friends. Some sat beneath the trees while others rushed toward their classes.Amelia checked the map on her phone.“Building C…”She turned around, trying to figure out which direction to go.That was when someone suddenly bumped into her.Her books fell from her hands and landed on the ground.“Oh! I'm so sorry,” a male voice said.Amelia looked up.A tall young man stood in front of her. He had dark hair, a calm expression, and a polite smile.He immediately bent down to help her collect the books.“I wasn't looking where I was going,” he said.“It's okay,” Amelia replied, reaching for one of the books.Their hands touched briefly as they both reached for the same notebook.Amelia quickly pulled her hand back.The boy smiled.“Looks like we got off to an interesting start.”She gave a small laugh.“Maybe.”He handed her the notebook.“I'm Daniel.”“Amelia.”“Nice to meet you, Amelia.”“You too.”Daniel stood up and looked at the book in her hands.“You're new here, aren't you?”“How did you know?”“I've been here long enough to recognize someone who looks completely lost.”Amelia raised an eyebrow.“I'm not lost.”Daniel looked around.“Then you definitely know where Building C is?”She looked at her phone.“Of course.”He waited.Amelia looked at the map again.“Okay… maybe I am a little lost.”Daniel laughed.“Come on. I'm going that way.”She hesitated before following him.As they walked across the courtyard, Amelia noticed that several students greeted Daniel.“Hey, Daniel!”“Morning!”“See you later!”He greeted them casually.“You seem popular,” Amelia said.“Not really.”“You know almost everyone.”“That's different.”“How?”“I know their names. That doesn't mean I know them.”Amelia looked at him curiously.There was something unusual about the way he spoke.Before she could ask anything else, they reached Building C.“This is your department?” Daniel asked.“Yes.”“Then we're going to the same place.”Amelia looked surprised.“You're in Business Administration too?”“Yes.”She smiled.“That's convenient.”Daniel nodded.“Maybe the universe planned our meeting.”Amelia laughed.“Don't make it sound dramatic.”“I'm just saying.”They entered the classroom together.Amelia found an empty seat near the window and sat down. Daniel took a seat a few rows behind her.The lecturer arrived a few minutes later, and everyone became quiet.For the next hour, Amelia concentrated on the lecture. She wrote notes, listened carefully, and tried to ignore the nervous feeling in her stomach.She wanted to make a good impression at her new school.She wanted to prove to herself that starting over had been the right decision.When the class ended, students began leaving.Amelia packed her books slowly.As she stood up, she noticed Daniel waiting near the door.“You're still here?” she asked.“I was waiting for you.”“Why?”He shrugged.“You're new. I thought you might need help finding the cafeteria.”Amelia smiled.“That would actually be helpful.”They walked together.For the first time since arriving in the city, Amelia felt comfortable.Daniel was easy to talk to. He made jokes without trying too hard, listened when she spoke, and seemed genuinely interested in getting to know her.But there was one thing Amelia couldn't ignore.Every once in a while, Daniel's smile disappeared.His eyes would become distant, almost sad.She noticed it again when they reached the cafeteria.“Are you okay?” she asked.Daniel looked at her.“I'm fine.”“You don't look fine.”He smiled again.“I'm just tired.”Amelia didn't believe him, but she decided not to push.They bought lunch and sat at a table near the window.Daniel told her about the university, the strict lecturers, and the best places to study.Amelia laughed several times.For someone who had promised herself she wouldn't get close to anyone, she was already becoming comfortable around him.
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An Unexpected Marriage to the Billionaire
Updated at Aug 18, 2026, 02:46
Amelia Carter never expected one unexpected encounter to change her life forever.She was an ordinary young woman working hard to build a better future when she crossed paths with Alexander Black, a powerful billionaire CEO known for his cold personality, arrogance, and unwillingness to trust anyone.Their first meeting is far from romantic. Alexander sees Amelia as a problem, while Amelia thinks he is the most arrogant man she has ever met.But when circumstances force them into an unexpected marriage arrangement, neither of them realizes how complicated their lives are about to become.Amelia enters Alexander’s wealthy world with one simple promise: their marriage will only be temporary.But living under the same roof changes everything.Behind Alexander's cold exterior is a man carrying painful secrets. And behind Amelia's gentle nature is a strong woman who refuses to be controlled.As their relationship slowly changes, family pressure, jealousy, hidden secrets, and painful misunderstandings threaten to tear them apart.Can Amelia trust the man she once couldn't stand?Can Alexander let go of his pride and open his heart?What happens when a marriage that began as an arrangement turns into something neither of them expected?Sometimes, the person you never planned to love becomes the person you can never imagine losing.
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The Billionaire's unexpected Bride
Updated at Aug 15, 2026, 14:52
Amelia Carter is an ordinary young woman struggling to build a better future for herself and her family. Her life changes when she unexpectedly meets Alexander Black, a wealthy and arrogant CEO who seems to have no interest in love.After a misunderstanding brings them closer, Alexander offers Amelia a marriage arrangement that could solve problems for both of them. Amelia reluctantly agrees, believing their relationship will remain strictly between them.But living together changes everything. Alexander slowly discovers Amelia’s kindness, courage, and determination, while Amelia begins to see the caring man hidden beneath his cold and arrogant personality.Their growing feelings are tested by Alexander’s wealthy family, painful secrets from his past, jealousy, misunderstandings, and people who want to separate them.When a major secret threatens everything they have built, Amelia must decide whether she can trust Alexander. Alexander, meanwhile, must choose between his family’s expectations and the woman he has come to love.In the end, they overcome the obstacles between them and realize that their unexpected marriage has become a genuine love story.
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