Materialistic Emily meets a proud tycoon heir. She becomes a "simp" for wealth, entangling herself in wealthy family drama. Using cunning tactics, she manipulates the tycoons effortlessly. Can Emily find true love amid the chaos of wealth and relationships?
Cheryl Cole was the substitute for the unforgettable love of George Jones, the richest man in Riverton. She dated him for two years, receiving one million dollar every month. On the surface, she seemed to bear the emotional pain, but in reality, she enjoyed the wealth. When George's unforgettable love returned and they planned to get married, Cheryl chose to leave gracefully and start enjoying her own life. George found out that Cheryl wasn't sad without him; instead, she was living a happy life and even had a new boyfriend. George started to make a lot of effort to win Cheryl back.
To cover her critically ill father's hospital bills, Evelyn Davis reluctantly married Mateo Sheen in her sister's stead. Rumor had it that he was visually impaired and eccentric. At first, they hated each other's guts. Yet gradually, Evelyn fell prey to his charm, and Mateo restored his sight thanks to her love and care.
The unlucky wage slave named Hannah Jones accidentally traveled into a novel and became the vicious substitute villainess who falls for the male lead, Daniel Miller, The villainess tried to frame the male lead's true love, aiming to take her place, but ended up being confined to a mental hospital. But in the end, through Hannah's efforts, she finally changed her tragic fate and won Daniel 's heart.
Marrying a grumpy and crippled CEO as a substitute for the daughter of her adoptive parents, Wendy only expected some respect. However, after she healed his legs, CEO became a clingy and gentle lover, got even with those who hurt her, and found her natural parents.
After her first love Patrick vanishes, Sue marries Derrick, who resembles Patrick, out of obsession. A love triangle simmers—Sue torn between her Patrick fantasy and Derrick’s real affection, when a man claiming to be Patrick (actually vengeful rival Zach) appears, it ignites chaos, forcing Sue to confront: is she loving a ghost, a substitute, or her husband before her?
Low-born Mia Sherman unexpectedly rises as a marquis' matriarch, tasked with taming two rebellious kids. Her bold methods mold a defiant troublemaker into a scholar-warrior prodigy, astonishing the household. Through trials, she ascends as a formidable leader, proving her wit and courage.
To save her imprisoned brother, orphaned Serena is forced to marry the infamous libertine, young master Vincent of the Owens family, in place of her unrelated sister. On the day of their wedding, Vincent is surprised to discover that Serena is his long-lost first love! However, she seemed not to recognize him. With secrets held close, they cautiously reignite this intricately entangled love affair...
Impoverished university student Haley’s father is killed by the Marquis' wife Zoe Janssen. Learning the Marquis’ return, Zoe needs a stand-in to hide her infertility, she finds Haley. Haley undergoes plastic surgery to resemble Zoe and enters the Marquis’ mansion. Skillfully navigating identity crises, Haley exposes the Janssen family's sins, falls in love with the Marquis, and becomes his true wife.
After discovering Rose Lark wasn’t their biological daughter, the Hills kicked her out, taking Mary Hill in. Betrayed by her childhood sweetheart, James Knoll, Rose hit rock bottom. She ended up in a compromising situation with Henry Bach, who’d loved her secretly for years. He later schemed to marry her.
Flora becomes Henry's secret lover for 3 years to help her sick mother. When she learns Henry is marrying Sherrie, a heiress of the West Europia Group, she decides to end the affair. With a tale of deep love and misunderstandings unfolding, their restrained affection can't hide the tumultuous emotions beneath the surface.
Mia Scott grew up as a supposed nobody, but she's actually the long-lost heiress of a powerful family. As rumors follow her, Mia stuns everyone, first as the youngest college professor, then as a brilliant doctor. With each big reveal, her fiancé Jason Irwin falls for her a little more.
Painter Molly is the eldest daughter of the head of the Donlon Jones family. She travels to Hapton to seduce Yale, the newly appointed head of the Sean family, in order to retrieve her mother's posthumous work. A game of emotional hunting between the two of them begins.
Who would've thought that a trip to the hospital for an allergy would lead to meeting my crush! The girl mustered up her courage to ask the doctor for his contact information three times, only to be ruthlessly rejected each time! Hmph, playing hard to get, are we? "Doc, just wait and see. I'll deploy my love strategy and win your heart!"
Winifred once cherished a perfect love, ready to marry her fiancé. However, her happiness shattered when betrayed by both her sister and fiancé. In her darkest hour, she unexpectedly encountered Louis. Unaware of his true identity as a powerful business magnate, Winifred entered into a flash marriage. Through his unwavering support and unique love, Louis healed her wounds, guiding her from despair to confidence. Together, they forged an unbreakable bond and embarked on a journey of enduring happiness.
After her father's death, Emily moves to the Langley family’s place in Riverside with her mother. There, she meets senior Ryan, who falls for her at first sight. Whenever she faces trouble at school or home, he's there to protect her. She strives to excel, and they ultimately find happiness together.
Campus rivals Emily and Andrew unexpectedly become a contract-married couple, terrifying employees with their fierce professionalism. Their hidden marriage faces tests: an ex's return and exposure of their secret. Through understanding, their love deepens, leading to pregnancy and a lifelong commitment.
Silas Dudley and Blythe Shepard were separated by a misunderstanding, only to reunite years later in the workplace. Silas, still harboring feelings for Blythe, begins to pursue her, but quickly learns she has a boyfriend. Determined to win her back, Silas devises a plan to disrupt Blythe's relationship. However, Blythe fights back, refusing to be manipulated. After a series of ups and downs, Silas humbles himself, falling deeply in love. Together, they face the challenges that lie ahead.
Joelle Gale agreed to marry Charles Frank as a substitute to bring him luck, using her medical expertise to treat his illness while honoring their contract. As they spent more time together, their bond grew deeper, and Joelle gradually unveiled her secret identities, leaving the Gale family humiliated. In the end, she uncovered the truth about her own origins and found lasting happiness with Charles.
To humiliate her ex, Nancy lies and says that the tycoon Jason is her boyfriend. Jason learns it and asks her to marry him for his ill grandma’s sake, deciding that they’ll get divorced when she gets well. However, Jason and Nancy fall in love with each other, and he discovers that she is the doctor he has been looking for.