Majid, a talented artist, never believed in love at first sight until he met Maria. Maria was everything he had ever wanted in a woman - beautiful, charming, and witty. Soon enough, they began a passionate relationship that seemed to be headed towards forever. However, things took a turn for the worse when Maria discovered that Majid was cheating on her. This shattered her trust and brought back traumas from a past relationship. Despite her heartache, Maria decided to leave Majid for good. But her heart continued to long for him, even as she tried to move on with her life. That was until she met Jamie Lawson, a charismatic man who she fell in love with. He was charming, successful, and everything she thought she wanted. However, Jamie had a secret that he had hidden from Maria and the world. He was a notorious kingpin, feared by many in the criminal underworld. When Maria discovered his true identity, she was thrown into a world of danger and intrigue. Will Maria stay with Jamie, knowing who he really is? Or will her lingering feelings for Majid pull her back towards him? Only time will tell in this gripping tale of love, loss, and second chances.
They both stared at each other for a while and then he smiled. He put his headphones back on his ears and relaxed in his seat more.
Then it hit him, he was flirting, and this was halfway.
He took his headset off, paused the song, and went over to meet her. he asked her, for her number and social contacts. she did give him willingly. and the tension bubbled more, the air was filled with the muse, it was the oldest magic in the world where the castor and the castle became one leaving the two thinking about what was happening.
Maria had seen him in the bus ticket queue. and she wondered how this brown boy could be this fine and not be arrested for occupying her thoughts
she knew he did not need to say a word then, he did not need to say a word now too, she wanted him, and from what she saw in his eyes he wanted her too.
and that was enough for her to create a world where only the two of them existed, a world of love.
She wanted him, but it was just infatuation at first glance and now She wondered if he was gay or straight.
She wondered if the connection was that of friendship, a thousand questions roamed her mind, Being the former of all or any of the comparisons in her head, she knew her chances with him would be zero.
But, what are the odds she thought to herself? Instantly she sprung to action. She made excuses to those in front of her on the bus line to get to him.
When she was behind him she settled and waited for her chance to make him notice her. This way it would be easy, she thought, and I would know if he was interested. As luck would have it, they were seated close to each other due to the bus ranking she had manipulated by jumping the line.
The bus stopped and a few passengers dropped, including Majid, he was going for an interview.
Not the regular job hunting he was going to show his art to a prospective client who had picked interest, and wanted it on canvas, Majid could not hide his excitement when he heard how much mr Jamie Lawson was willing to pay for his work.
He knew he was good, he has been painting all his life, first as a hobby then he started diving into it as a profession a couple of months back after dropping out of the university.
He learned how to draw from his mother who drew every and anything her eyes came in contact with, he had paintings of himself as a baby, it was one of her most priced possessions which she had refused to sell.
And as he thought about it, an urge to paint Maria had come poking into his heart, as he walked his left hand tapped furiously on his thigh, he tapped continuously like he could hear the thought playing in his head, all he wanted to do was bath maria in ink, let the wet brush take shape and paint the curves of her body, the more he thought about it.
The smile on his face brightened.
At the reception the young lady he met flashed him a smile of her own as soon as she saw him walking towards her, his smile was contagious and she could not help but feel at ease.
Welcome sir she said as soon as he stood in front of her desk, what can I do you for?
She asked still smiling.
My name is Majid Akbar and I am here to see Mr Lawson.
She looked at him confused and then he added.
I am here to see Mr. Jamie Lawson.
She smiled and said," Give me a minute.
She made a call and spoke to someone who seemed to be the boss, so he thought from the way she reacted when the line went through.
He waited patiently for her to finish as he scanned his surroundings taking in the architectural marvel around him, he watched the glass elevators moving up, the golden railings of the steps, and the mild decor which screamed luxury all over the place.
He thought about the owner and how lucky he would be, as he looked on she spoke breaking his attention from the beauty all around him.
You will have to take the elevator and go to the third first floor, the receptionist on that floor will take you to your destination.
Majid walked towards the elevator, and as he stood in it he took a deep breath, put his headphones back on, and closed his eyes.
He opened them back when he heard the elevator sound, announcing his arrival on the floor.
The receptionist on this floor was eager to take him to his destination she had stood up when she saw him and motioned for him to follow her, as she walked briskly towards where he fathomed would be the office of Mr Jamie Lawson.
they arrived at a door that she opened for him and waited for him to pass through before closing the door behind him.
This was a big office but there was no sign of Mr Jamie, it was a lady who was seated behind the large desk and her gaze searched his frame for importance.
Majid did not mind he walked up to her and stood, my name is Majid Akbar and I want to see mr jamie Lawson.
I know she said, your appointment is due in five minutes, please have a seat over there and wait a while.
When he is done, I will inform you. she said plainly.
Majid turned and went over to the well-decorated waiting area, there were paintings in every part of the office, and he knew he was in the right place, he could tell from the numerous paintings that mr Jamie Lawson was a collector, and he hope after today he would become a patron of his art.
In the midst of a peaceful slumber, a student of Bahelm Institute is startled by an unexpected visitor - a magnificent dragon accompanied by her rider. As he wakes up, the memory of the dream lingers in his mind, leaving him with an insatiable curiosity to seek out the mysterious duo. Driven by his desire to uncover the truth, the student embarks on a perilous quest to find the dragon and her rider, braving unknown dangers and facing unexpected challenges along the way. Will he be able to unravel the secrets of his dream and discover the truth behind the dragon's visit?
In the small town of Bloom Bottom, Willy Goodbooks lives a simple life with his wife, Mary, and daughter Raihana. Raihana, a powerful witch with multi-colored eyes, is ostracized by her peers and forced to hide her true powers. After her parents' passing, Raihana returns to her family home and lives a solitary life, practicing her craft secretly. But when people start disappearing from the town, the blame falls on Raihana, rumored to be a witch and in league with a pack of wolves. Detective Raymond Silverstein, an expert in paranormal cases, is sent to investigate the matter. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that Raihana is not the culprit but a victim of circumstances beyond her control. Raihana's powers are tied to the moon's cycles, and she transforms into a powerful wolf during the full moon. The disappearances result from her uncontrollable transformations, and Raymond realizes that he must work with Raihana to find a way to control her powers. Together, they uncover a plot by a rival coven to frame Raihana for the disappearances and take over the town. The coven has been working with a rogue pack of wolves, and they plan to unleash chaos on the town during the next full moon. Raihana and Raymond must work together to stop the coven and rogue pack before it's too late. With her powers and Raymond's investigative skills, they can expose the true culprits and save the town. In the end, Raihana gained acceptance from the town, and her powers were no longer hidden. She and Raymond continue to work together to protect the town from supernatural threats, and Raihana learns to control her powers and transform into a wolf at will.
Like always the sun had risen before rebecca had come to wake me up, knowing i was among the one percent of the one percent who did not have any worries in or so i thought. my eyes opened taking the ambience of beauty around me. Rebeeca smiled, my nanny, madam rebbeca as all the junior staff called her stood in front of my bed excited she screamed “birthday young miss!” smiling back, and raising my head gently. I sat there and watched madam rebbeca moved to the window to raise the blinds. “Your parents are downstairs waiting for you, i think they have thier suprises and gifts.”
With the future of his people in Kalenje's hands, and he must find a way to break the curse and end Ara's cycle of destruction. As the centuries pass, Kalenje travels the world, seeking answers and allies. He encounters other beings, both human and supernatural, who aid him in his quest. Along the way, he learns more about himself and his powers as the beast of Miko, and struggles with the weight of his immortality and the responsibility it brings. But as Kalenje gets closer to finding a solution to end Ara's curse, he realizes that the stakes are higher than he ever imagined. The fate of not just his people, but the entire world, rests on his shoulders. With time running out, Kalenje must make a final stand against Ara and her forces, and risk everything he has ever known for a chance at ending the cycle of destruction. In this epic tale of love, loss, and sacrifice, Kalenje's journey will captivate readers and leave them on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Will he succeed in breaking the curse and saving his people, or will he be doomed to an eternity of fighting a never-ending battle? Only time will tell in "The Beast of Miko."
Arnold Shaw, a man tired of his mundane life, marries billionaire Queenie Dale on the day they meet. However, their relationship takes a complicated turn when Queenie introduces Arnold to her lover and roommate, Christine. Queenie begins to develop feelings for Arnold, and the three find themselves in a love triangle. Meanwhile, Arnold learns that he was swapped at birth and that his wife is the true heir to her family's fortune. However, an investigation reveals that Queenie knew about the switch and married Arnold to keep the true heir in the dark. Despite these scandals, Queenie and Arnold try to save their company from being taken over by Christine and her brother.
Betrayed by her mate and sister on the eve of her wedding, Makenna was handed to the ruthless Lycan Princes as a lover, her indifferent father ignoring her plight. Determined to escape and seek revenge, she captured the interest of the three Lycan princes, who desired her exclusively amid many admirers. This complicated her plans, trapping her and making her a rival to the future Lycan queen. Entwined in jealousy and vindictiveness, could Makenna achieve her vengeance in the intricate dance with the three princes?
Natalie used to think she could melt Connor’s icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scale—all in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
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?
"I heard you're going to marry Marcelo. Is this perhaps your revenge against me? It's very laughable, Renee. That man can barely function." Her foster family, her cheating ex, everyone thought Renee was going to live in pure hell after getting married to a disabled and cruel man. She didn't know if anything good would ever come out of it after all, she had always thought it would be hard for anyone to love her but this cruel man with dark secrets is never going to grant her a divorce because she makes him forget how to breathe.
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."
Rena got into an entanglement with a big shot when she was drunk one night. She needed Waylen's help while he was drawn to her youthful beauty. As such, what was supposed to be a one-night stand progressed into something serious. All was well until Rena discovered that Waylen's heart belonged to another woman. When his first love returned, he stopped coming home, leaving Rena all alone for many nights. She put up with it until she received a check and farewell note one day. Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life." But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!" "Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line." The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring. Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you."