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||Book 2 in D'KAT Series|| ● ● ● ● “Are you afraid of me?” Drogo voice was quiet but something underneath it was wrong. He was calm. Too calm — Not after what he had just done with his bare hands... Karen’s lips quivered violently, but her throat refused to open. No sound escaped. The metallic scent of blood reached her nose as he climbed onto the bed, the mattress dipping under his weight. “You don’t have to be scared, Schatzi” Drogo murmured in a soft tone, tilting his head as he studied her paralysis with unsettling interest. “You’re not lying to me.” His jaw tightened faintly. “They lie,” he whispered with a gleam in his eyes. A gleam she had never seen before. Drogo added, “Every single one of them lied. They always do...” He leaned closer. “But you…” His lips curved. “You would never lie to me, Schatzi.” The sound of the German pet name he'd given her now felt heavier in her chest. Karen wanted to shake her head, to deny whatever twisted certainty he had built around her. Her body remained numb. Drogo then raised his hand, blood dripping from his fingertips onto the sheets. His fingers touched her cheek, still warm. He then dragged them slowly across her skin, leaving a dark red streak as though marking her. “You’re not scared of me…” he decided softly, almost reverently. “Only liars are scared of me.” He leaned down and pressed his blood-smeared lips to her forehead. “I know you’ll never lie to me,” he whispered against her skin. He smiled from ear to ear. “That’s why I love you.” ● ● ● Life isn't suppose to be that hard... Quite straightforward, actually. After all, Karen had just one mission. Get close enough to Drogo Vetter and extract valuable information from him — How he ended up between her legs is irrelevant. But that's not a major problem, it doesn't still affect the main mission. It's just one of those things people do to pass time and feel pleasure... What's the worse that could happen? ... Aside from Drogo being assigned as her next target. Shit. DAILY UPDATE.

After Liam Payne dies his son inherits a Playboy inherits his business and all that comes with it. Liam a legacy hunter wanted his son to stay a child as long as possible. He shielded him from the supernatural, built a world that would protect him. His son will have to jump into the supernatural world headfirst learning as he goes.

The top one in a zombie shooting game was none other than BloodReign_666. Playing since the start of the game, he never once did things as a team, it was always just him, alone. Things changed when he made a friend by the name [ KillSwitch ], and they went into several zombie king raid boss instances together. He thought he'd be ready for anything, but when the world succumbed to a zombie outbreak, his confidence shattered. In reality he was just a scaredy cat. Immediately, to avoid more troubles, he applied to join a heavily fortified base, hoping to be protected by a strong person. The base's powerful leader, surprisingly turned out to be his only in-game friend. [Additional tags: #video_games #zombie #edge_lord #caring_gong #edgy_shou #hugging_a_thigh #gothic_protagonist #OP_love_interest] Disclaimer: This story is also posted onto Tapas and i'm the same author (⁠＾⁠3⁠＾⁠♪

MATURE CONTENT | 18+ ONLY Contains: Explicit scenes, possessive behavior, power dynamics, violence, and dark romance themes In the ruthless heart of Moscow, power is the only currency that matters—and Julius owns it all. At thirty-five, Julius is an untouchable Alpha. A business titan who built his empire on control and fear. Engaged to a woman who secures his family's legacy, his path seems clear. He bows to no one. He belongs to no one. Until he meets Harrison. Harrison is thirty. An Enigma. A prodigy of the Russian underworld and a mafia king who doesn't ask for what he wants—he takes it. What starts as a collision of egos in a dimly lit club becomes something far more dangerous when Harrison marks Julius, binding their fates in a way neither can escape. Possessive. Ruthless. Unyielding. Harrison doesn't care about Julius's empire or his fiancée. He wants the Alpha—body, mind, and soul. But Julius was born to lead, not to follow, and he won't surrender easily. Not even to the man who now owns his fate. In a world where desire meets domination, a war begins. And in this battle for control, only one can win. Who will break first?

WARNING: Some mature content!!! 18+ This is what you call Urbantasy.. Fantasy in an urban setting with a strong female lead -- a story riddled in mystery, magic, and a lot of sass. ======= CHAPTER 1 sneak peek! ======= The air between them tightened like a rope. Cael leaned closer, head tilting slightly, pulling at her waist again, smugness softened into something sharper and quieter. His eyes flicked to her lips then back to her eyes as if asking for permission he didn't need. Hunger of a different kind pumped through Cael. The hunger that Galathea unmistakably recognized as it pressed hard against her lower abs, forcing through the fabric as if it can tear through. At the sensation, Galathea's mouth parted before she could stop it. Her whole body screamed at her to either shove him away or close the last inch between their lips herself. ===== SYNOPSIS ===== Galathea Brooks spent her life surviving quietly -- counting inventory, enforcing rules, keeping her head down inside one of the most powerful art institutions in the city. It's a simple life because paint doesn't talk; power doesn't notice people like her. and names are just names. -- That is... until a painting remembered her. When ancient works buried beneath Artemis Art Gallery began to respond to Galathea's presence, she becomes the center of the system that's older than the building itself. A system that cataloged her long before she knew it existed. Her name is not a coincidence. It is a KEY. Cael Alexander, on the other hand, has always understood control. As Artemis' immaculate but dangerous CEO, he manages secrets like no other. He knows the gallery and its bowels more than anyone. He knows what's hidden; he knows what's awaken. What he didn't expect, however, was Galathea. As archaic works of art start to stir, boundaries fracture -- between observer and artifact, power and possession, restraint and desire. Every choice Galathea makes draws her deeper into fate that doesn't want permission... only acknowledgement. Mind you, awakenings don't ask when you're ready.

“City of Quiet Wars A feared literary mogul recovering from illness crosses paths with a former prisoner whose favorite novel helped her survive incarceration. Their lives collide in a city where power hides pain and healing arrives in unexpected forms.

Lin Haoran was reborn in 1978 Hong Kong, becoming a wealthy young heir. At this time, the glory of the British financial consortiums was beginning to fade, while Chinese capital was rising rapidly like bamboo after the rain, starting to shine on the international stage. Former British-controlled giants like Wharf and Hutchison Whampoa were becoming prime targets pursued by Chinese entrepreneurs. So, with growing strength, Lin Haoran set his sights on the leading British trading firm—Jardine Matheson... Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Albino1

Real synopsis Maraian's life is toss here and due to the demise of her parents and a lot of challenges as a child; being maltreated by her aunt and cousin. She is forced to marry a wealthy and possessive man who doesn't exactly know what love is any more after being cheated on by his fiancée. She is also forced to deal with his insane anger issues and that's where the main story begins. Will she be able to tame him, or will he find the main reason he married her? Will he also overcome that thing (********) that hunts him? Find all these answers in the novel Spoiler alert:if you want to skip her life story to her love life read chapter 12 . Reading the flashback will give you better details about the novel. I went in and I saw him sign a paper I don't wanna get married no please God don't let this happen. "come here sign the paper "he uttered demandingly why should I do that, I don't wanna get married okay "I replied Seeing that he wasn't going to change his mind anytime sooner I started to beg."Please don't make my life a living hell as it already is. Maxwell then shouted Sign the fucking papers, okay. Then I also shouted, "No, I won't,t okay?" Yes, you will", he excused us, then he removed his phone and showed me something. That made me very scared of him pls don't hurt them. They are the only family who cares for me, pls."Make your decision, obey me, and sign the papers, which won't cause anything to you and your so-called family that cares about you or walk away and see them die one by one. I'm counting to five, make your decision 1, 2,3,4, five.... "Okay, okay, I'll do it. I will obey you. Please don't hurt them. "We then went back in. I  apologised to the lawyer and signed the marriage certificate very fast, ready to leave the place. After everything, we went to a restaurant nearby. "Drink your soup, or it is going to get cold", Yeah, I'm just not hungry at the moment",  Eat or starve yourself."After I still didn't eat, he stopped eating and then told the waiter to bring him the bill. I wanted to eat fast but the soup was still hot. He knocked the soup before it could get to my mouth. It was a hot soup that burned my skin. I shouted very loudly making us catch lots of attention. The pain in my heart and the pain from hurting were enough for me to cry.

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A pure time-travel story without any system cheats—just intelligence and knowledge driving the narrative. If that’s not your cup of tea, feel free to skip! The protagonist finds himself transported to the French Republic, born into a family that owns a long-standing agricultural tractor business. As the heir of this quasi-wealthy lineage, he’s about to become the third generation of success. The catch? Their estate is near Paris, and the Germans will soon advance to this region. To secure his family’s future, he must save France itself. Gallieni: “Good heavens, the enemy has actually exposed their flank to us!” Joffre: “This can’t be true. Could it be a trap?” Protagonist: “The plan is ready. Are you going to take action, or do I have to spoon-feed it to you?” … German Army: “This is supposed to be a tractor factory? What on earth are these steel monsters that seem impervious to bullets?” Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Franklin1

"what you want Camille?" he stopped and stared at her. "I want you, Adrian" she answered. Adrian wondered why will a girl insist to love him despite knowing the fact, that he was not going to keep her as a girlfriend. I can't love you like a normal person, I Don't wanna have a girlfriend". "At least, I can be your Half Girlfriend" she said. Camille held his hand tightly. This Time, She wasn't letting him go. She wanted Adrian to say yes at all cause. "My Half Girlfriend?" he laughed. The girl was crazy, he knew that already. *** Nothing hurts like being neglected by family members or when you are betrayed by the ones you love. Adrian, dashing son of a multi billionaire was neglected by his own parents. When he needed them the most, they weren't around. After graduation from high school, he decided to go far away from them. In London, he strived for love and affection. She, Camille... Lost her dad in a terrible car accident. At the age of eight, her mum remarried and life became difficult for her. Due to the harassment from her new family, Camille decided to enroll into a boarding university. There she met the love of life under difficult circumstances, their love was put to a great test. Will Camille and Adrian find the love they are searching for? will they overcome all the difficult situations surrounding them or will they give to the demands of their enemies?

EXCERPT "Do you know what I love about you, Stella?" he whispered, his voice low and dangerous as his eyes darkened with desire. Before she could respond, Simon leaned closer, his breath warm against her neck. Slowly, his fangs emerged, glinting in the dim light. His fingers traced a path along her skin, slipping beneath the fabric of her shirt, sending a shiver through her. "Those pure, innocent doe eyes of yours," he murmured, his voice almost tender, "the way they plead with me, like you think you can stop me." Panic flared in her chest, and she pressed against his firm body, trying to push him away. "Sir, please... I am married. This is wrong—it’s a sin to go after a married woman." His response was a low, rumbling chuckle that sent chills down her spine. It wasn’t just the sound of it; it was the darkness behind it. The amusement in his laughter terrified her. "And I am a sinner, my little fish," he replied, his voice dripping with menace as his eyes flashed with hunger, before sinking his fangs in her neck.

Lina Chen wakes from a coma with her engagement ring, her ex-boyfriend's face in her mind, and no memory of the past two years. To her shock, a ring adorns her finger—not the one her ex gave her. A pair of twins call her "mama." And a devastatingly handsome CEO, Ethan Blackwood, claims to be her husband. She doesn't recognize any of them. Terrified and disoriented, Lina rejects this strange new life and returns to her family and her ex-boyfriend, Ryan—the man she believes she was about to marry. They welcome her with open arms. But something is wrong. Ryan is unusually close to her best friend, Chloe. Her parents dodge every question about Ethan. And no one can explain why she has a scar on her wrist or why she flinches at the sight of stairs. Then the memories begin to surface in fragments. A restraining order against Ryan. Chloe's hand on her back—pushing. A letter Lina wrote before the coma: "If I forget, find me. Don't give up." Lina secretly reconnects with Ethan and the twins. He doesn't pressure her to remember. He simply shows her evidence—videos, documents, a diary—that paints a horrifying picture: her coma wasn't an accident. Her memory loss was induced. And the people she trusts most are the ones who erased her. Now Lina must pretend she's still lost while piecing together the truth. Because the closer she gets to remembering, the closer someone gets to silencing her forever. She thought she woke to a nightmare. But the real nightmare is the life she's desperate to forget.

Time Magazine once gave this review of a man: "Mr. Yang is a great inventor. The products he created changed how hundreds of millions live, work, and travel." "At the same time, his inventions created millions of jobs and made outstanding contributions to regional economies." ... Never would he have imagined—Yang Wendong, already a successful entrepreneur, would accidentally travel back to the 1950s. Given a second chance, he would once again rise from nothing, climb to the peak of this era, and build a century-spanning Chinese family empire. Friends, if you want to read chapters in advance, subscribe to my patreon. Read 40 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/johanssen10

Raven Young thought that after completing her final mission, she would finally leave the organization and live a peaceful life. But what happens when that very mission turns out to be the first one she ever fails? You run. Yes—and so did Raven. Not to save herself, but to escape the people chasing her, pushing her to the very edge… until she had no choice but to jump off a cliff, hoping against hope to survive. But fate had other plans. When Raven opened her eyes, she realized she was alive… but not in her own body. She had woken up as Ivy—the very woman who had caused her mission to fail. And as if that wasn’t enough, a father and son pair refused to let her go. The man kept her close for reasons of his own, his motives unclear and unsettling. Meanwhile, the child clung to her, refusing to leave her side, determined to keep his “parents” together—and even dreaming of having a sibling. “God… just what in the world has happened?” Raven had never felt so betrayed by life. But living in Ivy’s body begins to unravel secrets—truths that entangle their lives in ways she cannot escape. And the man who keeps her close? Little by little… he begins to drive her insane with his undeniable charm. *** Ivy’s breath hitched as Xander stepped closer, closing the space between them. “Still pretending you’re unaffected?” he murmured. Her back met the wall, but she didn’t move away. “You assume too much.” “Do I?” His fingers brushed her wrist, slow, deliberate, sending warmth through her veins. Her grip tightened on his shirt, betraying her. “Tell me to stop,” he whispered. She didn’t. The silence thickened, charged and fragile. His gaze dropped to her lips, waiting—giving her the choice. And when she didn’t pull away, the tension between them deepened into something far more dangerous and the next thing they new was they were already kissing.

"There is a desk between us right now, but we both know that by midnight, I’m going to have you pressed against it. HR be damned." Madelyn Clarke moved to New York with a suitcase, a secret, and a desperate need to stay invisible. Landing a job at Torres International Holdings was supposed to be her fresh start—a way to secure a future for her sister and bury the past for good. But Madelyn’s carefully reconstructed life is thrown into chaos on her first day. Her new boss, the formidable and piercingly handsome William Torres, isn't a stranger. He’s the man she shared an anonymous, high-heat night with just forty-eight hours ago. Now, the man who controls her career also knows exactly how she tastes. William is a king of industry who always gets what he wants, and what he wants is Madelyn back in his bed. As they strike a dangerous deal to keep their "extracurricular" activities strictly uncomplicated, Madelyn realizes that the most dangerous place to be isn't the streets she ran from—it’s between the sheets of the most powerful man in Manhattan.

With her mother being in the hospital, her father messing up with unpaid debt, losing her lifelong dream to become a singer, and losing her job, everything in Kaya's life seemed to be crumbling in front of her eyes. And there is nothing she could do about it. She thought this was the end for her and wished for a miracle. But as a grown-up who believes in miracles? But miracles do happen. Sylvan Park is the Emperor of the business world. From fashion lines, and entertainment businesses to hotels and restaurants, there is nothing he doesn't own. There is nothing he can't buy . . . except his grandmother's life. Sylvan loves his grandmother more than anything else in this world but he knows she is dying and he can't do anything about it. The only thing he can do is fulfill her grandma's last wish: Marry someone he loves. But when Sylvan claims he would fix everything in Kaya's life, was it just a business offer or something else? Whatever it is, the more they dive into each other the more it's hard to get out. They can not escape each other anymore. Fate had connected them long before they collided. But don't worry, They Don't Fall in Love, or at least that's what they say.

Stark Industries’ true majority owner is a man who never seems to age. He’s been there since Howard Stark, returning each generation as the heir. A modern man wakes up in the MCU as Raizel, The Noblesse.

Sonia Walker found herself waking up in the hospital unaware how she ended up there. But rather than the joyful faces of her husband and family. She woke to the greatest betrayal and revelation ever. Her husband and Mistress (her best friend) had plotted her life. She ended up in the hospital while she thought that was all...her best friend whined of securing a home for her baby (her husband's child) The price for the union was her life. Just as she tried to endure the pain, they made out beside her on the hospital bed. From that moment, Sonia had one purpose: Ruin their life, avenge herself and make the scumbag her ex who would only crawl and beg. Oops! I forget. She also flaunted her new love and career in their face.

A fashion show leads me back to my high school sweetheart “Alessandro Marchetti” How do I explain where I’ve been the past seven years and that he is the father of my child.