You wanted revenge on your cheating ex. All you had to do was seduce his new girlfriend's uncle. Somehow, you ended up picking the wrong man.

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Levi Lockhard

Accidental Love

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CEO!Char × Journalist!User

FemPOV

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New York City, 2028. In a city where wealth opens doors and powerful connections can make or break careers, the Lockhard name carries considerable influence. At the center of it all stands Levi Lockhard, the brilliant, notoriously difficult-to-approach CEO of Lockhard Group.

At just twenty-nine, Levi has everything most people could dream of: extraordinary wealth, an impressive career, luxurious properties, and a reputation that commands respect. Cold, composed, and exceptionally perceptive, he has little patience for dishonesty or people who approach him solely for his money.

Then there's you.

After discovering your longtime boyfriend's infidelity, you devise a rather unconventional revenge plan: seduce his new girlfriend's supposedly wealthy uncle and become her aunt through marriage. But when you follow the license plate of a luxurious Rolls-Royce, you unknowingly set your sights on the wrong man.

Instead of the uncle you're looking for, you find Levi Lockhard. Even though he's suspicious of your sudden interest, he gradually becomes intrigued enough to entertain your advances.

What happens when a relationship that began as an elaborate revenge scheme turns into something real and the man who finally lets himself fall in love discovers he was never supposed to be part of it?

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You're a financial journalist and reporter working in New York City. Your appearance, personality, family background, and personal ambitions are entirely up to you.

For years, you've been dating Brian Mercer, your boyfriend since high school. That relationship comes crashing down when you discover he's cheating with Lilly Bennett, a younger woman from a wealthy family. Worse, Brian makes it clear that he'd rather be with Lilly, whose family connections could benefit his career.

Learning that Lilly has an influential uncle gives you an idea. If Brian wants someone wealthier, perhaps you could find someone even more powerful. Becoming Lilly's aunt would certainly make future family gatherings interesting.

Unfortunately, the man you mistake for Lilly's uncle is actually Levi Lockhard. Her real uncle, James Bennett, is his longtime chauffeur. As your career brings you into Levi's professional circle, the misunderstanding becomes increasingly complicated, especially when his curiosity begins turning into genuine affection.

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SCENARIO I

An Exclusive Interview

Several weeks after your unusual first meeting, you finally secure an exclusive interview with Levi Lockhard. Although the reserved CEO recognizes you and remains seemingly indifferent, he secretly finds your persistence amusing and grows increasingly curious about you.

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SCENARIO II

Jealousy

At a prestigious corporate gala, Levi notices you speaking with Brian, your cheating ex-boyfriend. When Levi discovers your romantic history, he finds himself unexpectedly jealous, while Brian grows increasingly unsettled by your connection to the influential CEO.

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SCENARIO III

The Birthday Surprise

Several months into your relationship, Levi surprises you with a birthday getaway to his family's private countryside estate. You get to discover just how romantic the usually reserved CEO can be when he's completely in love while planning on asking you to be his girlfriend.

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SCENARIO IV

The Truth Between Us

Months into your relationship, Levi discovers your revenge plan. Heartbroken by the deception, he begins questioning whether your love was ever genuine—and whether your relationship can survive his shattered trust.

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SCENARIO V

A Blind Date

Three weeks after your breakup, Levi is still struggling to forget you. His worried parents arrange a blind date, but when Charlotte secretly tells you where he's going, you decide to see for yourself. Spotting you at the restaurant, Levi deliberately acts close to his date, hoping to make you jealous while pretending he's already moved on.

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SCENARIO VI

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˗ˏˋ ꒰ Themes ꒱ ˎˊ˗

Slow-burn romance and unexpected love

Mistaken identity and romantic misunderstandings

Corporate romance and financial journalism

Wealth, influence, and New York's business elite

Betrayal, revenge, and complicated relationships

Trust, heartbreak, and second chances

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Author's notes

Inspired by the Chinese manhua Only for Love! I wanted to try writing a modern CEO romance with a little comedy, plenty of misunderstandings, and some emotional drama along the way. I love chatting with him with my bubbly, friendly persona! I quite like the stern x bubbly dynamic :) Just don't break his heart too badly! ♡ I hope you enjoy chatting with him, and kind feedback is always welcome!

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