/0/19306/coverbig.jpg?v=b86d6cef9cd21ad9e76cfc43dbb3e00b)
Hi! I have seen you somewhere! OMG!! You're the senior and my small time crush and brother of that naughty classmate! Oh God I fell in love with him...!!
Valentine Sharp adjusted the worn-out apron she had tied around her waist, the strings frayed from years of use. The early morning light filtered through the windows of the daycare center, casting long shadows across the room, where a few children played, their laughter echoing through the small space. Valentine's eyes followed the playful chaos with a practiced calm, making sure no one was left behind or feeling neglected.
She had been working here for three years, and although the pay was barely enough to cover her living expenses, the children's joy was enough to make every grueling hour worth it.
Valentine had always been a natural when it came to children. Her gentle demeanor, combined with her ability to listen and understand their needs, made her the favorite caregiver at the center. It wasn't just the kids who adored her, though. Her warmth had a way of drawing people in, making them feel safe, even in the face of difficult circumstances. But that warmth she so freely gave to others was often something she kept guarded for herself. After all, life hadn't exactly been kind to her, and Valentine learned early on that trust and love were luxuries she couldn't always afford.
Her phone buzzed in her pocket, and Valentine pulled it out, her heart sinking when she saw the name on the screen: her mother.
"Hello, Mom," she answered, trying to keep the tiredness from her voice.
"Valentine, I need to talk to you," her mother said, her voice a mix of worry and frustration. "Your brother's tuition payment is due next week. I don't know how we're going to manage."
Valentine closed her eyes for a brief moment, the weight of her family's financial struggles bearing down on her once again. Her mother worked long hours as a waitress, barely making ends meet, and Valentine worked overtime just to keep up with her own expenses. Between her job, paying off student loans, and helping her brother, Mason, with his education, the pressure felt relentless.
"I'll figure it out, Mom," Valentine said, trying to sound more confident than she felt. "Maybe I can pick up extra shifts or... I don't know. We'll make it work."
"Valentine," her mother sighed. "You're always working so hard. I don't want you to burn yourself out."
Valentine forced a small smile, her heart aching at the thought of disappointing her mother. "Don't worry, Mom. I'll find a way."
After hanging up, Valentine took a deep breath, trying to push away the familiar knot of worry that always seemed to settle in her stomach. She glanced at the clock-just a few more hours until her shift would end. She loved the children she cared for, but sometimes it felt like the weight of the world was on her shoulders. Between her family's financial struggles and the unrelenting demands of daily life, Valentine often felt as though she were carrying a burden too heavy for one person to bear.
As she walked over to the play area to check on Mason, her thoughts wandered to the growing responsibilities she had in her life. Mason had always been her favorite child. She'd watched him grow from a shy, uncertain boy into a bright young student with so much potential. Valentine had sacrificed a lot for his future, and she would continue to do so, even if it meant working herself into exhaustion.
"Mason," she called softly, smiling as the young boy looked up at her, his big brown eyes lighting up with joy.
"Valentine!" he squealed, running over to her with his arms wide. He threw himself into her arms, his small hands wrapping around her neck as he hugged her tightly.
Valentine chuckled, lifting him up and giving him a gentle kiss on the cheek. "How's my favorite boy doing today?"
Mason beamed, his face full of excitement. "I made a drawing for you! Wanna see?"
"Of course I do," Valentine said, bending down to look at the colorful drawing he handed her. It was a simple picture-Mason had drawn a house, a tree, and a little stick figure that was meant to be Valentine. "It's beautiful, Mason. Thank you for sharing it with me."
Mason's grin stretched wide, his happiness contagious. Valentine felt a pang of love for him, the kind of love that kept her going through the toughest times. But at the same time, she couldn't ignore the gnawing feeling that her own dreams had been put on hold. Valentine had always been a dreamer, but those dreams had been pushed aside as she took on the role of caretaker for her family.
The bell rang, signaling the end of the day's activities, and the children began gathering their things. Valentine's shift was nearly over, but as she watched the parents arrive to pick up their children, she felt a pang of envy. The mothers and fathers seemed so confident, so sure of their place in the world. They had the freedom to come and go as they pleased, to make choices that weren't dictated by financial strain or the weight of familial responsibility.
As she walked Mason to the door, she heard a car pull up outside, the sound of the engine humming softly. A tall, imposing figure stepped out of the sleek black vehicle. Valentine couldn't help but glance over at him.
Jang Woo.
He was the kind of man who demanded attention the moment he entered a room. With his sharp jawline, broad shoulders, and impeccable sense of style, Jang Woo had an aura of power that was impossible to ignore. His dark eyes, intense and unreadable, often left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Valentine had seen him around the daycare a few times before, picking up his nephew, Mason. But today, something felt different.
As she walked Mason toward the door, Valentine's heart skipped a beat when Jang Woo's gaze fell on her. There was something magnetic about the way he looked at her, as though he could see through the surface and understand her in a way no one else did. For a moment, she felt an unsettling mix of attraction and uncertainty.
"Valentine," Jang Woo's voice was low and smooth as he approached. "Mason's been telling me all about you. He really enjoys spending time here."
Valentine forced a smile, her nervousness palpable. "He's a great kid. I'm happy to have him here."
Jang Woo studied her for a moment, his eyes flicking over her face with quiet intensity. There was something about him that made her feel both intimidated and intrigued at the same time. "I can see that. You have a way with him," he said, his voice softening.
Before Valentine could respond, Jang Woo glanced at Mason. "How's my favorite nephew today?"
Mason beamed. "I'm great! Valentine helped me make a drawing!"
Jang Woo smiled at his nephew, his demeanor softening as he ruffled Mason's hair. "I'm glad to hear that. Let's get you home, alright?"
Valentine stood back, watching them leave, a strange feeling settling in her chest. She couldn't quite place it, but there was something about Jang Woo that made her heart race. It wasn't just his looks-it was the way he carried himself, the confidence that surrounded him like a cloak.
As she turned to head back inside, she couldn't shake the feeling that her life was about to change.
n the heart of the war-torn lands where rival packs clash, Runa, the fierce Queen of Light, stands as the symbol of hope and strength for her people. A white wolf shifter with the power of an ancient legacy, her very existence is intertwined with the future of her kingdom. But as war brews on the horizon, Runa longs for a life free from the weight of her crown, seeking solace by the enchanted River of Tears, where her past and future seem to collide. Enter Asher, the mysterious and brooding Alpha of the Waterfall Pack-a man of strength and chaos whose very presence stirs the winds of rebellion. A dangerous force in his own right, Asher's eyes burn with the promise of revolution, yet beneath the fire lies a vulnerability he never shows. When fate pulls them together at the river's edge, neither can deny the magnetic pull between them. As enemies, they must battle for their kingdoms. As star-crossed lovers, they must navigate the treacherous path between loyalty and forbidden desire. Their worlds are set on a collision course, and the line between love and war becomes ever thinner as they face a destiny neither could have foreseen. In a kingdom where wolves are bound by duty, Runa and Asher must choose: will they fight against the very forces that have shaped them, or will they stand together and tear their worlds apart in the name of love?
"I am sorry i didn't mean to hide this from you but i thought you do not want kids yet" She replied while he was glaring at her but was very happy at heart. "Women come back with me or you'll face the consequences" And she returened back to Country K with him only to be grounded and to be tortured on bed every night. Valentine Huo loved a billionaire superstar of K country who was her destiny.
Lindsey's fiancé was the devil's first son. Not only did he lie to her but he also slept with her stepmother, conspired to take away her family fortune, and then set her up to have sex with a total stranger. To get her lick back, Lindsey decided to find a man to disrupt her engagement party and humiliate the cheating bastard. Never did she imagine that she would bump into a strikingly handsome stranger who was all that she was currently looking for. At the engagement party, he boldly declared that she was his woman. Lindsey thought he was just a broke man who wanted to leech off her. But once they began their fake relationship, she realized that good luck kept coming her way. She thought they would part ways after the engagement party, but this man kept to her side. "We gotta stick together, Lindsey. Remember, I'm now your fiancé. " "Domenic, you're with me because of my money, aren't you?" Lindsey asked, narrowing her eyes at him. Domenic was taken aback by that accusation. How could he, the heir of the Walsh family and CEO of Vitality Group, be with her for money? He controlled more than half of the city's economy. Money wasn't a problem for him! The two got closer and closer. One day, Lindsey finally realized that Domenic was actually the stranger she had slept with months ago. Would this realization change things between them? For the better or worse?
"Who is she?" I asked, feeling tears well up in my eyes. "He met her at the Alpha training camp," he said. "She is a perfect suitor for him. It snowed last night, indicating that his wolf is happy with his choice." My heart sank, and tears made their way down my cheeks. Alexander took my innocence last night, and now he is taking that thing in his office as his Luna. **** Emily never shifted on her 18th birthday and became the laughingstock of the pack. When her old crush, Alexander Black, returns from Alpha Training, she never expected him to be her mate. After a night of passionate love, Emily finds out that young Alpha Alexander has taken a chosen mate. Heartbroken and humiliated, Emily runs off and disappears from the pack. Now, five years later, Emily is a high-ranking warrior in King Alpha's army, specializing in sensitive matters. When her best friend invites her to a night of music and laughter, she never expects to run into her mate, Alexander. Will Alexander figure out it is Emily? Will he chase after her, and most of all, will Emily be able to keep her secrets safe?
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
Corinne devoted three years of her life to her boyfriend, only for it to all go to waste. He saw her as nothing more than a country bumpkin and left her at the altar to be with his true love. After getting jilted, Corinne reclaimed her identity as the granddaughter of the town’s richest man, inherited a billion-dollar fortune, and ultimately rose to the top. But her success attracted the envy of others, and people constantly tried to bring her down. As she dealt with these troublemakers one by one, Mr. Hopkins, notorious for his ruthlessness, stood by and cheered her on. “Way to go, honey!”
Everyone was shocked to the bones when the news of Rupert Benton's engagement broke out. It was surprising because the lucky girl was said to be a plain Jane, who grew up in the countryside and had nothing to her name. One evening, she showed up at a banquet, stunning everyone present. "Wow, she's so beautiful!" All the men drooled, and the women got so jealous. What they didn't know was that this so-called country girl was actually an heiress to a billion-dollar empire. It wasn't long before her secrets came to light one after the other. The elites couldn't stop talking about her. "Holy smokes! So, her father is the richest man in the world?" "She's also that excellent, but mysterious designer who many people adore! Who would have guessed?" Nonetheless, people thought that Rupert didn't love her. But they were in for another surprise. Rupert released a statement, silencing all the naysayers. "I'm very much in love with my beautiful fiancee. We will be getting married soon." Two questions were on everyone's minds: "Why did she hide her identity? And why was Rupert in love with her all of a sudden?"
After five years of marriage, my husband is always absent on my birthday. No gifts, no blessings. He said, "I've given you the money, buy whatever you want." But he started preparing for Fiona's birthday half a month in advance. He said, "She's different, she only has me." As the sole survivor of a unexpected fire, he has been heartbroken for over a decade. Watching Fiona in Moments holding a cake and kissing his face. I slowly commented. 【Just this useless person, I'm giving him to you.】