He was the man every woman desired-but loving him could mean death. When orphaned and struggling art student Sienna Rae is offered a prestigious scholarship by the mysterious Alpha billionaire, Kade Valen, she has no idea it will come at a deadly price. Drawn into his magnetic world of wealth, power, and secrets, Sienna quickly finds herself caught in a web of passion-and something far darker. Kade isn't just a billionaire. He's cursed with a deadly secret, one passed down through generations: a kiss from him is lethal to any woman he truly loves. Until now. Sienna awakens something in him no one ever has. But as bodies begin to drop and old enemies resurface, she realizes that Kade's world is laced with danger-and loving him might just be the most dangerous choice she ever makes. Will Sienna be the one to break his curse-or become its final victim?
Chapter 1: The Invitation
POV: Sienna
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I never believed in fate.
Not until the letter arrived-sealed in black wax, pressed with a crest I didn't recognize, and smelling faintly of pine and danger.
I stared at it like it might bite me.
Miss Sienna Rowe,
You have been selected for the Valen Initiative-an exclusive opportunity reserved for only one soul per generation...
It went on and on with fancy words I barely processed, but it came with one thing that wasn't confusing at all: a full scholarship to one of the most prestigious creative programs in the country, and a paid residence in a penthouse I couldn't even afford to dream about.
It felt... wrong. But it also felt like a miracle.
Because miracles are usually wrapped in poison, aren't they?
I didn't know that then. Not fully. Not until I stood in the gilded lobby of Valen Tower, staring up at the obsidian glass building that scraped the sky like it wanted to stab heaven itself.
"Miss Rowe?"
I turned to the voice and found a tall man in a sleek black suit, his face sharp and unreadable.
"I'm Grant. Mr. Valen's personal assistant. He's waiting."
I blinked. "He wants to meet me... now?"
Grant's lips twitched-almost a smile, but colder. "He always wants to meet his investments. Personally."
I followed him into an elevator lined with mirrors that reflected pieces of me I barely recognized anymore-hollow cheeks, anxious eyes, a girl pretending not to be terrified.
By the time we reached the top floor, my heart was pounding so loud I could hear it echoing off the marble.
And then I saw him.
Kade Valen.
He didn't look like a man. He looked like a warning dressed in tailored perfection-tall, broad-shouldered, with eyes so pale they looked like winter. He didn't smile. Didn't offer a handshake.
He just watched me, like he already knew everything.
"Sienna Rowe." His voice was smooth but dark, like velvet soaked in something dangerous. "You're exactly what I expected."
I opened my mouth to reply, but I couldn't speak. Not because I was shy-but because I felt it.
That strange pull.
Like gravity had shifted, and it was coming from him.
"You'll stay here," he said, motioning toward a hallway. "My staff will see to your needs. But there are rules."
He stepped closer. Too close.
"No entering the west wing. No wandering at night. And most importantly..." He paused, gaze cutting through me. "Don't fall in love with me, Miss Rowe. It never ends well."
My chest tightened. My lips parted. "Excuse me?"
He turned and walked away without waiting for a response.
And just like that, my fate was sealed-not with a kiss, but with a warning.
And God help me, I already knew I wouldn't listen.
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Ivana Blake never imagined that marrying into one of the wealthiest families in New York would feel like a sentence instead of salvation. Her new husband, Ethan D'Amelio, is charming in public but distant behind closed doors, quickly swept away by his corporate empire. Left alone in the cavernous D'Amelio estate, Ivana finds herself watched, haunted-not by ghosts, but by a man far more dangerous: Christopher D'Amelio. Her husband's stepfather. Cold. Ruthless. Beautiful in a way that burns. He is the man no one dares challenge. The man she should avoid at all costs. But when glances turn into confessions, and silence turns into touches, Ivana begins to unravel a dangerous obsession neither of them can resist. What begins as curiosity turns into a tangled web of passion, betrayal, and secrets that threaten to destroy them both. As the walls close in and her marriage crumbles, Ivana must choose between the safety of a lie-or the fire of a love that should never exist. This is not a love story. It's a descent into desire, power, and the darkest corners of the human heart.
Delilah is a woman who knows exactly what she wants-and how to get it. A seductive force in a world of power and privilege, she thrives on the thrill of passion and control. Unapologetic and confident, she's built a reputation for her allure and independence, using her sensuality as both a weapon and a shield. But when she meets Sebastian, a cold, calculating CEO, everything she knows about desire and power is put to the test. Their chemistry is undeniable, but their worlds couldn't be more different. Sebastian is used to having control, but Delilah is a force that even he can't resist. Drawn to each other by their own desires and vulnerabilities, they play a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse, each encounter more charged than the last. As their relationship deepens, the lines between love, lust, and power begin to blur. But when a rival from Sebastian's past-Adrian-enters the picture, Delilah finds herself torn between two men, each with a different pull on her. Secrets, passion, and betrayal will collide as Delilah must decide whether to surrender to the overwhelming lust she feels or fight for control of her heart-and her future.
The First Binding was meant to keep the world safe. But with the return of the Hollow Moon, everything is shifting. Araya Vale is an orphan, haunted by vivid dreams of wolves, fire, and an ancient curse she doesn't understand. When the bloodline of her forgotten ancestors awakens, Araya finds herself torn between a past she can't remember and a destiny she never chose. As the last of the Silverborn, she holds the key to breaking the curse that binds the Lycans to the earth-if only she can survive long enough to learn its truth. Kael Draven, once the proud Alpha of the Crimson Fang, carries the weight of an ancient betrayal. Exiled and powerless, he now walks a lonely path between man and monster. When he meets Araya, the connection is undeniable-yet the secrets of the past might tear them apart before they can ever truly come together. But they're not the only ones vying for control. Lucien Vire, a ruthless Alpha of the Black Hollow pack, will stop at nothing to claim Araya's blood and use it to complete the Second Binding-a ritual that could bring him unimaginable power. And as the moon rises, old enemies, long-hidden truths, and ancient forces will collide in a battle that could destroy everything they hold dear. The Lycan curse is awakening. And only those who dare to face the ashes of the past can hope to survive the flames of the future.
They called her the ash girl-meant to clean floors, not wear a crown. Lily never asked for the throne. She only wanted to survive. But when Alpha Rudolf Stormfang returns from the war and locks eyes with the girl they all called worthless, everything changes. Because the Alpha does not ask. He claims. And now, he's claimed her. But the crown comes with more than power-it comes with enemies, secrets, and a past that refuses to stay buried. She might be his Luna by fate. But will she survive the blood that fate demands?
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Becky endured three years of marriage to the cold-hearted Rory. In all that time, she naively reasoned that one day, he'd gradually come to like her. But the second he forced her to kneel down and humiliate herself, she knew she had been wrong about him. This man had no feelings for her at all. So why should she still love him? When Rory gave her the choice between kneeling down and divorcing, she didn't miss a beat and chose the latter. After all, why should she waste her youth on this scumbag? Wouldn't it be nicer for her to just have fun every day with her billion-dollar family fortune?
Her fiance and her best friend worked together and set her up. She lost everything and died in the street. However, she was reborn. The moment she opened her eyes, her husband was trying to strangle her. Luckily, she survived that. She signed the divorce agreement without hesitation and was ready for her miserable life. To her surprise, her mother in this life left her a great deal of money. She turned the tables and avenged herself. Everything went well in her career and love when her ex-husband came to her.
"Ahh!" She was in a moaning mess. She did not want to feel anything for this man. She hated him. His hands began to move all over her body. She gasped when he pulled down the back chain of her dress. The chain stopped at her lower waist, so when he zipped it off, her upper back and waist were exposed. "D-Don't touch m-ummm!" His fingers rolled around her bare back, and she pressed her head against the pillow. His touches were giving her goosebumps all over her body. With a deep angry voice, he whispered in her ear, "I am going to make you forget his touches, kisses, and everything. Every time you touch another man, you will only think of me." - - - Ava Adler was a nerdy omega. People bullied her because they thought she was ugly and unattractive. But Ava secretly loved the bad boy, Ian Dawson. He was the future Alpha of the Mystic Shadow Pack. However, he doesn't give a damn about rules and laws, as he only likes to play around with girls. Ava was unaware of Ian's arrogance until her fate intertwined with his. He neglected her and hurt her deeply. What would happen when Ava turned out to be a beautiful girl who could win over any boy, and Ian looked back and regretted his decisions? What if she had a secret identity that she had yet to discover? What if the tables turned and Ian begged her not to leave him?
Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.