Authoress Cleo

In the heart of a bustling city controlled by ruthless mafias, Hakimi, a devoted father, faces a series of tragedy that pushes him into the criminal underworld. Struggling to provide for his children after his wife's sudden death, Hakimi reluctantly joins his brother Tariq in illicit activities to make ends meet. As Hakimi moral compass wavers and tension rise within his family, a chain of events unfold, leading to betrayal, forbidden love, and violent confrontations

"You need to leave now, Hazel's voice trembled as she mustered the courage to speak, You could wake Anna and things could get sticky" A mischievous grin played on his face "Things already are sticky" his voice was laced with arrogance as he fastened his pants Hazel's regret washed over her as she bit her lips regretting her actions "This should be your last visit. She declared, So you could stay away from Ann, it's best for us all" His anger flared as he closed the distance between them and grabbed her shoulder fiercely."I deserve every right to be part of Anna's life. She's my daughter!" his voice echoed through the room. Terror filled Hazel's eyes. Just then the door creaked open, revealing a small figure. She rubbed her eyes and yawned, recognizing him a smile tugged her lips. "Is he the man from the movie, and grocery store and my school, mommy? Her voice tinged with innocence, I see you every time here too" she beamed at him Her expression became serious suddenly. "That means...she paused as confusion played on her face... Mommy....is he my daddy?..."

"You need to leave right now!" Erica's voice quivered with a hint of anxiety as she escorted him to the door, swinging it open with a sense of urgency. "I won't! I've stopped being scared of you, nor what you are" he retorted stubbornly, each step bringing him closer to her. "Listen to me!. Her tone grew resolute, her gaze fixed on the gathering clouds.Tonight is a full moon, and I can't control my abilities. She shook her head, her eyes fixed on the darkening sky. I can't assure your safety if you stay a moment longer." "You can't harm me." he insisted, narrowing the gap between them. "You don't understa ---"she began, but he silenced her with a gentle finger on her lips. She trembled, her eyes closing as his touch trailed along her face, his lips finding hers in a breathless moment. Their heavy breaths mingled as she pulled away, and she shoved him back abruptly. A low growl escaped her throat as her eyelids fluttered open, and revealed a haunting shade of dark red in her eyes.... **** Photo doesn't belong to me

On her wedding day, Isla faced a series of disasters no bride could ever imagine. Her fiancé, Jeremy, dropped a bombshell in front of the entire congregation, revealing an explicit video of her and another man-a video she had no knowledge of or clue how it came to be. To make matters worse, Jeremy took things further by proposing to her sister right then and there. Devastated beyond belief, Isla ran out of the chapel-and his life-without looking back. She swore never to let herself be humiliated like that again and decided that love was no longer worth the risk. With her heart in pieces, she headed to the nearest bar to drown her sorrows in alcohol, where, in a haze of pain and anger, she met a handsome stranger. What was meant to be a fleeting escape turned into a one-night stand. She disappeared without a trace, determined to sever all ties with Jeremy. That included quitting her job at his father's company-she didn't want anything to do with him or his family anymore. As she searched for a new beginning, fate led her into the path of Jaxon Waverly. Jaxon Waverly-a billionaire CEO by day and a fearless Mafia leader by night. Isla becomes his secretary, unknown to her and Jaxon himself that she is Jaxon's long-lost love and unforgettable one-night-stand. Determined to win her over, Jaxon will stop at nothing to make her his wife.

WARNING MATURED CONTENT R16 Rejected by her mate and raped by a stranger on the same day. Georgia is ousted by her pack after she's discovered to be pregnant. She returns five years later, with her triplets Kelvin, Kelsey, and Keira only for the Alpha Jared of their pack, who happened to be drawn to her and now he wants her pack. Will Georgia forgive Alpha and get back together? Who's the mysterious man from that night, the father of her triplets?

Kay Alexsander, a troublemaker who spent more than half of his life fighting to help the Hero destroy the Dark Lord. When victory is in sight, the hero foolishly sacrifices himself to save Kay from death. In the end, Kay dies with endless regret. A second chance came to him. The God of Balance who could not see the world on the brink of destruction made a deal with Kay. "Be a hero and save the world from destruction. Destroy the Dark King and the Hero will be able to realise his dream to live in peace." It was a trap offer, a huge responsibility given to a troublemaker who didn't like doing troublesome things. Nevertheless, Kay agreed to it. The foolish hero who would rather die for her made Kay want to realise that person's foolish dream. Kay's new life begins. The troublemaker slowly became the hero who saved the southern continent.

Once a upon time they were a happy family. One accident changed it all. Mum and dad gone. Sister missing, Will they ever find her and bring her back? Is she safer with them or without them? Maybe letting her go is the best thing? The enemies are watching and waiting for the right time to break this family once again, Can they win the battle once again without losing anyone again?

Having some of the poems in the first edition of the poem collection, ‘The P.O.T (Poured Out Thoughts)’ published in several poetry magazines as High On Poems, Earthborne Magazine, Deadsnakes and so on, the author has ushered in the second, titled ‘The P.O.T (Poured Out Thoughts) ---The Reloaded. It is said to be ‘reloaded’ because there are other poems to be added to make this edition slightly richer than the first. With poems as ‘Out of the Box’, ‘Dad Loves Me’, ‘Heralding God’s Magnificence’ being published in notable poetry journals and magazines, the sequel is hoped to make an impact to the entire world, beginning with the readers. The Table of Contents has the additional poems that readers, who have read the first edition, would realize. They are intended to look into general issues, family, gender, parental, religious (Christian faith), children, love and personal/motivational. The aim behind this piece is simple. As said in the first edition, it is about entertaining, enlightening, inspiring or motivating and enabling people think for themselves. Worthy of Note: The author believes that subsequent edition(s) of the work would carry the above-stated aim.

In this gripping tale of love, ambition, and betrayal, a doctor finds himself at a crossroads when his banker wife refuses to have children after years of agreement. Desperate and out of options, he seeks help from those closest to him, triggering a chain of events that blurs the lines between loyalty and manipulation. When a young house help arrives, tensions rise, secrets unravel, and intentions are tested. The Wake-Up Call is a sharp, emotional story about what happens when communication breaks down, when ego overshadows love, and when one dramatic act forces a woman to confront the life, and marriage, she took for granted. Will their love survive the deception? Or is it already too late?

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The missing treasure

Hellen stood alone in the grand hall, the weight of her unwanted title as the bride of a cruel prince settling heavily on her shoulders.

Laura has always wished she would become a tomb raider and which she did with the help of her best friend Ralph. But things got twisted when she learnt about her past life. Find out in this thrilling story of love, adventure, betrayal and death..