Tia Keefe loves to write short stories online and sing. After graduating from the university, she was ready to achieve her dreams for her family but one day her band received a mysterious invite to a private island. It was an exclusive party for the city's upper class. What happens on the island will change her life forever as she falls for a guy who she thinks only exists in the stories she writes. Was it just her fantasy? What happens when you find love and lose it? Will the heart remember?
Tia was sitting on her desk. She just published a new short story online. She has a few loyal fans who always look up to her stories. She also earns a little bit of money out of it. She closed her laptop and took one last look around the room. Today was her last day in the dorm. She just graduated from Qing University.
Tia went out of the dorm with her suitcase and found her bandmates already waiting for her. The band has been around for 3 years and is quite popular in the university scenes. Tia is the second vocalist, Marcus is the lead vocals and guitars, there's also Jason on guitars, Wright on drums, and Sam on bass. Tia and Marcus met at freshmen night and instantly became friends. They had a shared interest in music. Sam was Tia's dorm mate while Jason and Wright were Marcus' classmates.
Tia worked part-time at a pub called, The Whiner. The rest of the guys would also hang out there especially during her shifts. One night a band that was supposed to play did not show up. Since the pub owner has heard Tia sing, she offered her another opportunity. She didn't want to do it on her own and decided to tell Marcus about it. They tried to play one night at the pub and realized how much they loved it. They then decided to officially become a band.
Outside her dorm.
Jason helped Tia load her suitcase into Marcus' Jeep. When everyone was already inside, Marcus announced, "We got an urgent gig request for a private party on an island."
"We never do private parties." Sam was confused looking at everyone. They always performed at music festivals, university nights, and at the pubs near the uni belt.
"The sponsor offered a huge fee. I thought we could give it a try." Marcus explained. Everyone knew that Tia needed money right now as her brother is currently sick. She has worked multiple part-time jobs while they were still in the university to save money for the surgery.
"Urgent? When and where is this?" Wright asked.
"It's on Hainan Private Island. I've got ferry tickets for 2 PM later." Marcus answered. It was just about lunchtime.
"Isn't that a high-class resort?" Sam was shocked.
"Must be some upper-class party." Jason smiled playfully at Wright.
"It's overnight accommodation. All fees paid by the sponsor so we get the talent fee clean." Marcus assured everyone.
"Well, there's always a first." Tia sighed. She was also not sure about it but if there's an opportunity she doesn't want to miss it.
They grabbed lunch at the Burger Joint across the university before heading out to the port. Tia dreaded this trip because she easily gets seasick but she needed the money so she had to endure it.
Tia made a quick call to her aunt informing her that instead of arriving today she will need to be out of town for a gig. Her parents had died in an accident so she was left to take care of her brother. Good thing her parents had insurance money for her studies that is why she worked hard to graduate so she can fulfill her parents' wish and at the same time take care of her brother.
At the airport.
Kyle's plane has just landed. It has been 5 years since he left this city. He stayed in London to study Business at Oxford University and at the same time manage the family business there. He left this city with a heavy heart and if not for his family, he wouldn't want to come back here.
Upon walking out of the Arrival gate, people couldn't stop looking at this very attractive man. He was very tall and had a well-toned body. He had chiseled jaws and deep-set eyes but his face looked so cold that people would be scared looking at his eyes.
Zane, Moore, and Brandon are Kyle's closest friends. They have known each other since they were kids. They have always tried to persuade him to come back so when they heard that he was coming. They had to be there.
"Welcome back, brother!" Zane greeted Kyle. They are blood cousins but they are like brothers since they were about the same age. They grew up together and were only apart when Kyle had to go abroad.
"Come on. Let's go!" Moore dragged his arm heading back to another runway.
"Where are we going?" Kyle looked at him coldly.
"It's Moore's idea." Brandon patted Kyle's shoulder with an apologetic smile.
"Don't worry. I already called your parents and they know." Zane quickly assured Kyle.
"I'm tired from a long flight." Kyle sighed but he still followed them to Moore's private plane. He thought it must be one of his private parties.
It was just a short flight. Moore Gu is the heir to the Gu Hotels and Resorts, this island was one of their high luxury resorts. They checked into their rooms and Kyle decided to rest for a bit. He also made a quick phone call to his parents to inform them about his whereabouts.
Katie was forced to marry Dillan, a notorious ruffian. Her younger sister mocked her, "You're just an adopted daughter. Count your blessings for marrying him!" The world anticipated Katie's tribulations, but her married life unfurled with unexpected serenity. She even snagged a lavish mansion in a raffle! Katie jumped into Dillan's arms, credited him as her lucky charm. "No, Katie, it's you who brings me all this luck," Dillan replied. Then, one fateful day, Dillan's childhood friend came to her. "You're not worthy of him. Take this 50 million and leave him!" Katie finally grasped Dillan's true stature—the wealthiest man on the planet. That night, trembling with trepidation, she broached the subject of divorce with Dillan. However, with a domineering embrace, he told her, "I'd give you everything I have. Divorce is off the table!"
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. What’s worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldn’t thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesn’t seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that he’s different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?
Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?
Stella Judd worked hard for her entire life, in return, she only got endless deception and oppression and died without dignity. However, she was reborn with time turning back. She vowed to never again let anyone who had bullied her get anything out of her. She got away from a very vicious family and got rich by her own hands. Nevertheless, she felt in love with a cripple. Although he was a cripple, Stella wanted to protect her husband and live in peace, but she didn't expect that her crippled husband suddenly turned into the distinguished Prime Minister! What's more, not only he was not lame anymore, but also he walked with her through life and death.
After my family's sinister plots collapsed, they lashed out at me, taking their rage to a violent level. Cornered and desperate, I married Jaxton—the town's most sought-after bachelor—due to an unplanned pregnancy. Love had no part in this marriage; I assumed he married me purely out of responsibility, his heart belonging elsewhere. The moment I chose to let him go and turned to leave, he grabbed me and pinned me down hard. "Jaxton, you promised you'd never touch me!" I snapped, glaring fiercely. His eyes flashed arrogantly as he leaned closer. "You're the one who started this!"
Melanie married Ashton out of gratitude, but she quickly found herself entangled in a web of relentless challenges. Despite these struggles, she stayed true to her commitment to the marriage. In the hospital room, Ashton indifferently attempted to draw her blood, disregarding her discomfort. This callous act was a harsh revelation for Melanie, awakening her to the grim reality of their relationship. Resolved to prioritize her own welfare, she decided to sever ties. With newfound resolve, Melanie filed for divorce. In the process, she unveiled her concealed identities, leaving everyone in shock. Throughout these turbulent times, Melanie realized that Derek, Ashton’s uncle, had been discreetly protecting her all along.