Isabella and Demitri met in Austria, but seeing the human around the arrogant vampires who thought themselves superior to others by their powers, made Demitri so disgusted that he refused to admit that she was his mate. Big mistake. But how long will he resist the pain of distance? What will be waiting for him if he finally goes to Isabella? He doesn't know if he is willing to find out.
Isabella wished more than ever that she had never been involved with vampires in her 18 years of existence. Her life was complicated enough without the supernatural presence, but there she was, entering the mansion full of vampires, known as the royalty of the species, after being convinced to help her idiotic ex-boyfriend, who at one time, believed that she might have actually killed herself because of him.
The idea of killing herself for an ex-boyfriend had always been ridiculous to her and this was confirmed at that moment. Granted, she had done some foolish things after having her heart broken by the vampire, but none of them really involved the will to die. She liked to live. She wished to live forever, but that part had also been destroyed by Arvin's departure six months ago. Her love had turned to hate, and the only reason she hadn't said no was because she still had a soft heart that kept her from letting the unfortunate vampire kill himself for her sake. If there was one thing she wasn't willing to carry, it was some sense of guilt for letting Arvin die, thinking that she herself was gone too.
As soon as she was led into that room full of vampires, Isabella held back her sigh and the enormous urge to run out.
Arvin was also holding her arm, which prevented her from running or at least getting some space of her own, making the situation even more awkward.
When she located the trio of vampires ahead of them, clearly from royalty, she was surprised to find that they looked younger than she had imagined, although they were probably decades old.
Curious, she looked around, noticing a few vampires around, as if guarding the trio's safety. Why anyone would be innocent enough to break into that place full of vampires to try to kill one of them was a mystery to Isabella, but she wouldn't be opening her mouth in that place to say anything unless they asked her opinion, which she was beginning to doubt would happen.
The only woman among the three kings approached and finally Isabella managed to keep a bearable distance from Arvin, letting go of him discreetly, feeling a little less suffocated, despite the situation she was in.
Isabella even tried to follow the strange conversation, which involved Arvin admitting that there had been a mix-up and misinformation, but suddenly she had a strange feeling, and the human was more concerned about the stare she felt from someone on her. One of the vampires could not take his eyes off her, and was in doubt whether or not to look for the source of those sensations that were aroused at the same time.
She then heard her name being said by the woman, but as she turned her face, she finally found the vampire's location. He was standing on the right side of the room, his arms behind his back, in a position of respect and at the same time showing he didn't care about her presence and the vampires who dragged her into this situation. It was as if they weren't worthy of his attention...at least the vampires weren't. When she met his gaze, Isabella found herself caught in his gaze and he finally relaxed his posture, as if he had found what he had been looking for for a long time.
She wanted to ask him, to talk to him, but Arvin nudged her and Isabella had to concentrate on the vampire and her questions. She tried as much as possible not to show her annoyance, especially with Arvin's unnecessary interruptions, and when they were released to go, it made her realize that she had finally learned to lie, at least a little.
When she let her eyes roam that space once more, she felt calmer as she realized that the mysterious vampire was still looking at her, watching over her. It was a strange thought to have in that place, with those supernatural beings, but the dark eyes of that tall, strong man didn't seem to pose any danger to Isabella.
She then felt her lips act on their own, smiling at the vampire, before she turned to the vampires beside her and finally managed to leave. She couldn't see the vampire's reaction, but something told her that he had been surprised. She was only a human after all.
Isabella kept as quiet as the vampires would allow with the constant questions if she was okay. She would be much better off if she hadn't been dragged into a place full of powerful vampires who could kill her in the blink of an eye, but she managed to control herself before she said that or worse things, which she wanted very badly.
Isabella managed to fall asleep inside the plane, dreaming of black and blue eyes at the same time, of a man with fangs, who looked at her adoringly, seeming to want more than just to hold her like a pet. He wanted her. He wanted her for himself. He liked her. And it was with those delicious images, that Isabella endured that trip back, as calmly as possible, without an uncontrollable urge to throw them out of the plane and the car, so they would burn... they didn't really burn, they had some help from powerful people for that, but in Isabella's imagination it was happening.
When they stopped the car in front of her house, Isabella sighed, relieved, and got down as fast as she could, her mind still clouded by sleep.
"You can go now." Isabella said, trying to turn her back on them, but saw Arvin approaching and had to stop him. If it were up to her, he would never have the chance to touch her again.
"Isabella..." he tried to speak, at least respecting the distance he put between them.
"No, Arvin. I don't want anything more to do with you, or your family. I just want you to stay away from now on."
He opened his mouth, but Isabella was no longer willing to hear anything from him, so she went into the house, ready to make a special dinner, as an apology to her father, after having to disappear with Layla, to save a stupid vampire. Isabella couldn't forget the stupid thing she had to do.
But even though she didn't want to disappoint her father anymore, she knew that she would have been unable to deny help to someone, especially when that someone could die.
And so, after returning from Austria, Isabella tried to live as if nothing had changed, but the vampire family were back in town and all eyes were on her and Arvin, all curious and anxious to know if there would be a reconciliation. If it were up to her, the answer would be no.
Once upon a time, a man and a woman with completely different stories met through a person in common. He has a young son whom he raises alone, and the help of his younger brother, after the death of the child's mother. She, who after an event in the past discovers that she can never have children, biological ones. She is lonely. He has his family. She is always smiling. He is methodical. A simple encounter makes the story of these two increasingly intertwined and passionate.
When life seems meaningless, when those who should be your companions abandon you without a second thought, chance seems to be the salvation. All Sophia wanted was to forget that one day she loved Rafael, and she finds on a small beach in the neighboring town, what she didn't even know she was looking for. All Vicente wants is his old life back, without shifters, werewolves, vampires and a soulmate who rejected him and ripped his heart out, but a simple walk along the beach presents him with much more than he bargained for.
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
"Love is blind!" Lucinda abandoned her beautiful and comfortable life because of a man. She married him and slaved off for him for three long years. One day, the scales finally fell off her eyes. She realized that all her efforts were in vain. Her husband, Nathaniel still treated her like shit. All he cared about was his lover. "Enough is enough! I quit wasting my years with an ungrateful man!" Lucinda's heart was shattered into many pieces, but she summoned up the courage to ask for a divorce. The news caused a stir online! A filthy rich young woman recently got divorced? She was a good catch! Countless CEOs and handsome young men immediately swarmed to her like bees to honey! Nathaniel couldn't take it anymore. He held a press conference and begged with teary eyes, "I love you, Lucinda. I can't live without you. Please come back to me." Would Lucinda give him a second chance? Read to find out!
After being kicked out of her home, Harlee learned she wasn't the biological daughter of her family. Rumors had it that her impoverished biological family favored sons and planned to profit from her return. Unexpectedly, her real father was a zillionaire, catapulting her into immense wealth and making her the most cherished member of the family. While they anticipated her disgrace, Harlee secretly held design patents worth billions. Celebrated for her brilliance, she was invited to mentor in a national astronomy group, drew interest from wealthy suitors, and caught the eye of a mysterious figure, ascending to legendary status.
My boyfriend called, "Baby!" as he jumped out of bed and scrambled to pull his pants off the ground. "Please, I can explain my love." Shutting my eyes, I inhaled deeply and tried not to cry when I realized that my dream of the man not being my boyfriend had been dashed. "What?" I asked, "What do you want to explain?" How did you lie about having a business meeting while you were in bed enjoying yourself with my best friend, even though I told you I was in serious pain, is that it?" I stood there, my heart pounding, and tears streaming down my face...
Bailey seems to be never destined to fit in, a little geeky, but under it all, a hidden beauty that so many seem to miss, but still not what her pack Alpha is looking for in a fated mate... so he is determined to reject her and make her life hell. Bailey, knowing her life will likely never be the same focuses on what she can control, her future, and heads off to study; becoming a teacher. Asher is the Beta of Autumn Valley Pack, a neighbouring pack. A broken man having suffered the loss of his mate after a rogue attack, Asher is slowly crumbling. Falling to pieces. A shadow of his former self, and not a man that anyone wants to be around anymore... Until, Autumn Valley Pack require a new teacher, and Bailey finds herself there and pushed together with the Beta. Is there a connection building or is that in their imaginations? And what will happen when Bailey's mate comes back to claim what is his?
Lucia Balstone thought she had chosen the right man to spend the rest of her life with, but he was the one who ended her life. Their ten-year marriage seemed like a joke when her husband stabbed her with a dagger. Fortunately, God is never blind to people's tears. Lucia got a second chance. She was reborn at the age of 22, before all the terrible things had happened. This time, she was determined to avenge herself and let those who hurt her pay! She made an elaborate list of her goals, and the first thing on her list was to marry her ex-husband's enemy, Alonso Callen!