"Creator's Game" is a novel that tells the story of a young boy named Jake who is struggling to find his place in the world. When he discovers the game of Baaga'adowe, also known as lacrosse, Jake finds a passion and a sense of purpose that he had been missing. Through the game, Jake learns about the history and traditions of his Native American ancestors, and he forms deep connections with his teammates. But as Jake's team prepares for the biggest game of the season, he must also confront the challenges and obstacles that come with being a young athlete. "Creator's Game" is a powerful and inspiring story about finding your place in the world, and the importance of tradition and community.
Chapter 1: The Injury Jack Thompson had always dreamed of playing football. Growing up in a small town in Texas, he spent every free moment practicing his moves and studying the game. His father had been a star football player in high school and college, and Jack felt like he had a lot to live up to. When Jack started high school, he was determined to make the varsity football team. He spent hours in the weight room, ran drills with his friends, and even watched old game tapes to improve his technique. By the time tryouts came around, Jack was in the best shape of his life.
At first, everything seemed to be going well. Jack made the team and was quickly promoted to starting quarterback. He felt like he was on top of the world. But then, during a game against their biggest rival, disaster struck. Jack was scrambling to avoid a tackle when he felt a sharp pain in his knee. He collapsed on the field, clutching his leg in agony. The crowd fell silent as the team doctor rushed onto the field to examine him. It turned out that Jack had torn his ACL, an injury that would require surgery and months of rehabilitation. He was devastated. Football had been his whole life, and now it felt like it was slipping away from him. Over the next few weeks, Jack struggled to come to terms with his injury. He was in constant pain and couldn't walk without crutches. He had to drop out of school for a semester to focus on his recovery. Worst of all, he felt like he had let his team down. But even in the depths of his despair, Jack refused to give up. He worked tirelessly with his physical therapist, pushing himself to get stronger every day. He watched game tapes and studied new plays, determined to come back even stronger than before. As the months went by, Jack slowly but surely started to make progress. He was able to walk without crutches, then jog, then run. He started practicing with his team again, and even though he wasn't able to play in games yet, he felt like he was back where he belonged. Looking back on that first chapter, Jack realized that his injury had been a turning point in his life. It had forced him to confront his own limitations and taught him the value of hard work and perseverance. It had also given him a newfound appreciation for the game of football, and a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity to play it.
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."
Belinda thought after divorce, they would part ways for good - he could live his life on his own terms, while she could indulge in the rest of hers. However, fate had other plans in store. "My darling, I was wrong. Would you please come back to me?" The man, whom she once loved deeply, lowered his once proud head humbly. "I beg you to return to me." Belinda coldly pushed away the bouquet of flowers he had offered her and coolly replied, "It's too late. The bridge has been burned, and the ashes have long since scattered to the wind!"
Sawyer, the world's top arms dealer, stunned everyone by falling for Maren—the worthless girl no one respected. People scoffed. Why chase a useless pretty face? But when powerful elites began gathering around her, jaws dropped. "She's not even married to him yet—already cashing in on his power?" they assumed. Curious eyes dug into Maren's past... only to find she was a scientific genius, a world-renowned medical expert, and heiress to a mafia empire. Later, Sawyer posted online. "My wife treats me like the enemy. Any advice?"
For as long as Emily can remember, she has wanted to overcome her shyness and explore her sexuality. Still, everything changes when she receives an invitation to visit one of the town's most prestigious BDSM clubs, DESIRE'S DEN. On the day she chose to peruse the club, she noticed three men, all dressed in suits, standing on the upper level, near the railing. Despite her limited vision, she persisted in fixating on them. Their towering statues belied the toned bodies concealed by their sharply tailored suits-or so she could tell. The hair of two of them was short and dark, and the third had light brown-possibly blond-hair that reached the shoulders. The dark, crimson background incised their figures, exuding an air of mystery and strength. They stood in stark contrast to the unfiltered, primal energy that pulsed through the club. Shocked by the desires these men aroused in her, she was disappointed to learn that they were masters seeking a slave to divide and conquer. She couldn't afford the fee, and she also realized that they were outside her league. Emily hurriedly left the club, feeling disappointed and depressed, unaware that she had also caught the group's attention. A world of wicked pleasure, three handsome men. Over the years, they have lived a life of decadence, their lavish lair serving as a stage for their most sinister desires. But despite the unending parade of willing subjects, one woman sticks out. A mysterious stranger with white porcelain skin and a killer body, a slave, a name with no address, the first lady to attract their eye and they will go to any length to obtain her no matter the consequences.
On her wedding day, Khloe’s sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didn’t commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrik’s cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.
"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?"