"Rogue and Royalty" is a captivating romance novel that takes place in medieval times, where two unlikely characters from rival mafia families find themselves caught in a dangerous game of love and betrayal. The story follows the journey of the rogue, a cunning and daring member of the mafia, and the royalty, a young and innocent member of a powerful family, as they navigate through the treacherous world of their families' feuds and forbidden love. As their paths cross and their hearts collide, they must choose between their loyalty to their families and their love for each other. With thrilling plot twists and steamy romance, "Rogue and Royalty" is a must-read for fans of medieval romance and mafia dramas.
Chapter 1: An Unlikely Encounter
The sun was setting over the city as Rogue made his way through the bustling streets. He was a member of the infamous Black Cross mafia family, known for their ruthlessness and cunning tactics. Rogue had grown up in this life, taught from a young age to do whatever it took to survive.
As he walked, he noticed a commotion up ahead. A group of men had cornered a woman in an alleyway, and they were shouting at her to hand over her purse. Rogue knew he should keep walking, that interfering in someone else's business was dangerous. But something about the woman caught his eye.
She was small and delicate, with long dark hair and piercing green eyes. Her clothes were simple but elegant, and she held herself with a grace that belied her fear. Rogue felt a strange pull towards her, something he couldn't quite explain.
Without thinking, he stepped forward and cleared his throat. The men turned to face him, sneering at the interruption. Rogue didn't flinch. He was used to this kind of confrontation.
"Is there a problem here, gentlemen?" he asked, his voice calm and even.
The men laughed, sizing up Rogue's lean frame. "This doesn't concern you, boy. Move along."
Rogue didn't move. He couldn't take his eyes off the woman, who was watching him with a mixture of fear and curiosity.
"Hand over the purse," one of the men growled, taking a step forward.
Rogue didn't hesitate. In one swift movement, he drew his dagger and held it to the man's throat.
"I said, is there a problem here?" he repeated, his voice low and dangerous.
The other men backed away, their bravado fading in the face of Rogue's fierce determination. They eventually slunk off into the shadows, leaving Rogue and the woman alone in the alley.
Rogue sheathed his dagger and turned to face her. "Are you alright?" he asked, his voice softer now.
The woman nodded, her eyes wide with gratitude. "Thank you," she whispered, her voice shaking.
Rogue felt a strange warmth spreading through his chest, something he hadn't felt in a long time. He couldn't explain it, but he knew he wanted to protect this woman, to keep her safe from harm.
"What's your name?" he asked, stepping closer to her.
She hesitated for a moment before answering. "I'm Lady Isabella of the White Rose family," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Rogue's heart skipped a beat. The White Rose family was one of the Black Cross's biggest rivals, known for their wealth and power.
He should have walked away then, should have left her to her own devices. But something about her drew him in, made him want to get to know her better.
"I'm Rogue," he said, offering her a small smile.
Isabella returned the smile, her eyes lighting up. For a moment, they simply stood there, looking at each other in the fading light.
It was the beginning of a forbidden romance, one that would test their loyalties and push them to their limits. But in that moment, all they could see was each other, and the promise of something more.
Sandra Hill, the long-lost real heiress of the Hill family, was shunned by her own kin. Instead of embracing her, they bestowed their affection upon an impostor. They even arranged her to marry a vegetative man in place of her so-called “sister”. Sandra sneered, refusing to put up with this humiliation, cut off ties with the Hill family immediately and ran into the flash marriage with Wesley Cooper, her unconscious billionaire husband. With her incredible medical skills, she defied the odds and revived him. Little did she expect that her husband spoiled her with all his love... A medical genius, a computer prodigy, a national treasure in painting, and a racing legend... Her husband revealed her various identities, leaving the Hill family regretful. Her father came pleading, "It's Dad's fault. Please come back." Her mother wept, "Mom will protect you from now on. Please come back." Even her five brothers knelt before he, begging for forgiveness. Yet, Sandra's smile held a hint of mockery as she vowed, “Never!”
Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."
Five years ago, he upped and left his wife without informing her. He had always felt unworthy. As a result, he decided to go and become a better man. It took him five whole years of daily hard work. When he was satisfied, he returned as a powerful and honorable man. He intended to start a family with his wife. But he got back to meet the greatest shocker of his life. He actually had a daughter!
"There will be no falling in love, we will only act as a loving couple when we are in public, we will share a room to make it believable, but no intimacy, touching is off-limits. We'll only have sex once a month, and that's solely to produce an heir. You won't interfere in my business, and I won't interfere in yours. You will be my wife in every sense and you will not be involved with any other man," he said, arrogance seeping from every word. I watch his mouth move, I'm not ready to fall in love with any man, especially not one as arrogant and egoistic as him. I can handle acting as a loving couple, and as for intimacy once a month. I can agree to that just to satisfy my sexual cravings with no strings attached. "Where can I sign?" I asked since I had nothing to lose. *** Nadine's wedding dreams turned to nightmares when she caught her sister and fiancé cheating! With a secret recording, she's ready for revenge. But then mysterious billionaire Logan West offers a deal: A Contract Marriage to take down her ex's empire. But what Nadine doesn't know is her life is getting complicated as she takes her chance to get revenge or risks everything for a chance at love?"
My name is Katia, and I am just trying to survive until my fated mate arrives. Which may be easier said than done. Rejectection is the last straw. Whispering my acceptance of his rejection. I run through the pack house, out across the manicured lawn into the forest. "I'm sorry, my sweet girl," I say to my wolf. I'm sorry you have been stuck with me and have had to suffer everything I have. She whispers," it's not your fault, Katia. We came to a cliff with a waterfall. The hurt keeps pounding at me. I need it to stop. My sweet girl, and I just want peace, I keep running and leap off the cliff. Spreading my arms wide, with tears streaming down my face, I fall, not making a sound, waiting for sweet oblivion where we feel nothing ever again. "I love you, my sweet girl! Until we meet again, "My wolf replied just before we hit the water, "I love you too, Katia. I have never regretted a moment with you." The Snow Moon pack is having their last barbecue of the summer next to the waterfall on their land. The adults are laughing and joking while watching the pups play. The alpha, beta, and gamma are swimming with some of the older children and playing a game of Marco Polo. Someone yells, "Oh my goddess, someone just jumped over the waterfall!" Everyone is frozen as they watch what looks to be a child falling arms spread wide, no one makes a sound. The small body hits the water like a plane crashing into the side of a mountain. The alpha, beta, and gamma, spring into action, swimming towards the area the person went under. The alpha is screaming his wolf is going crazy repeating, "Find her. Find her...find her!" They dive and the beta surfaces with a small person in his arms. Alpha takes the girl from his beta, laying her on the ground. The men are shocked by what they see. She is covered in scars and injuries. Her body is twisted and broken. The Beta asks, "Who could have done this to someone so defenseless?" Alpha drops to his knees, repeating, "MATE...MATE...MATE!"
Kallie, a mute who had been ignored by her husband for five years since their wedding, also suffered the loss of her pregnancy due to her cruel mother-in-law. After the divorce, she learned that her ex-husband had quickly gotten engaged to the woman he truly loved. Holding her slightly rounded belly, she realized that he had never really cared for her. Determined, she left him behind, treating him as a stranger. Yet, after she left, he scoured the globe in search of her. When their paths crossed once more, Kallie had already found new happiness. For the first time, he pleaded humbly, "Please don't leave me..." But Kallie's response was firm and dismissive, cutting through any lingering ties. "Get lost!"