Norah Reed, the headstrong and resilient daughter of the family, discovers herself entangled in a mesmerising and dangerous world when she becomes the target of a fateful werewolf bite. As she grapples with her newfound identity, she finds herself inexplicably drawn to Liam Prescott, a charismatic and enigmatic figure who conceals a captivating secret of his own.
Dear diary:25 August
It has been three long, agonizing months since my father's passing, and now my mother has made the decision to uproot our lives and move to a completely new place. The thought of leaving my father's memories behind breaks my heart. I pleaded with my mother, desperately trying to convince her not to sell our house, but my efforts were in vain. Ryan, my dear friend, is furious at the idea of me leaving her behind as well. I can't believe I'm abandoning my own best friend in this tumultuous time.
Yet, deep down, I hope that this new beginning will bring a sense of joy back into our shattered family. In just one week, we will bid farewell to this familiar place that holds so many cherished memories. Oh, how I will miss it. And I miss you, Dad, more than words can express.
As I continue packing, my mother intrudes into my sanctuary, opening the door to my bedroom.
"Norah, are you finished packing?" she asks, concern etched in her voice.
"Almost," I reply curtly. The anger I harbor towards my mother for making this decision without consulting me still burns within. My father would never have suggested such a drastic change. She knows very well that I am still furious with her.
"Hey, baby, I'm sorry, but we need to move on. Your father would have wanted that," she says, her voice filled with sorrow.
"Yes, but he wouldn't have wanted us to move to an entirely new town!"
"Don't you dare raise your voice at me, young lady! We will be fine, remember that we are a family."
"Well, we were a family before you decided to uproot us. You didn't even give us a chance to share our opinions."
"I'm doing this for all of us. You'll understand one day, trust me," she says, her words hanging in the air before she exits my room.
My mother and I have been at odds for weeks now, a stark contrast to the closeness we once shared before my father's passing.
Once I finish packing, I make my way to Ryan's house, our childhood sanctuary located just opposite ours. Ryan and I have been inseparable since kindergarten, dreaming of attending UCLA together, forging an unbreakable bond.
"Hey, Lilian," I greet Ryan's mother as she opens the door. "Is Ryan home?"
"Hey, Norah. Oh, she's upstairs. How's your mother holding up?"
"She's pretending to be fine, but deep down, we both know she's not."
"Oh my goodness, I'll check in on her later today," Lilian promises. She has been my mother's dear friend since Ryan and I were little, and her concern for us runs deep.
I ascend the stairs to Ryan's bedroom, bursting through the door. "Hey, stranger," I exclaim, flinging myself onto her bed while she remains engrossed in her computer.
"Ow, you're hurting me!" Ryan playfully protests.
"Apologies. What are you up to?" I inquire.
"I'm researching SML College, the one Jason wants to attend."
"What? Why?" I ask, baffled by this sudden change of plans.
"He doesn't want to join us at UCLA, so I'm exploring other options in case I don't get accepted there."
"That's absurd! They'll definitely accept you. You're an A student. 'In case they don't accept you'-come on! Let's get off that computer and go have some fun."
"Alright, fine. Let's head to Oman's," she suggests, referring to the diner we frequent. "I'll call Jason and the gang."
"Sounds good. Now get up. I'll be the driver," I declare as I rise from her bed.
[20 minutes later]
"So, Norah, you'll be leaving us in a week?" Jason remarks.
"Yeah," I reply, a hint of sadness permeating my voice.
"We're going to miss you, girl," one of Jason's friends chimes in with a cheeky grin, adding, "and that amazing ass of yours." Laughter and playful banter fill the room. It seems my slightly curvier figure and hourglass shape have become a source of amusement for some at school. In truth, I inherited this physique from my mother, who also possesses a similar figure.
"Well, you better cherish it now because you won't be seeing it anymore once I'm gone," I retort, a smirk playing on my lips. The room erupts in playful 'oohs' and 'ahs,' effectively silencing the joker.
Jason and Ryan have been together since eighth grade, with Jason now leading the basketball team as its captain. As for me, I've never been in a relationship. I've harbored crushes along the way, but true romance has eluded me thus far.
"We'll miss you, Norah," Jason says, his voice filled with sincerity. He has always been my secret crush, a fact I have carefully guarded, even from my closest friend. Jason is an idol at school, adored by everyone.
After our gathering at Jason's house, where we enjoyed snacks and indulged in casual conversations, I couldn't help but notice the opulence surrounding his family's extravagant mansion. Jason may have it all, but he remains a solitary soul, being an only child. It's the reason he constantly invites friends over, craving the companionship he so often lacks.
_________________________________
Chapter concluded.
She was Dumped. He needed a bride. Jessica was to be married to her high school sweetheart and heartthrob Burke They decided to only go to the courthouse and do something small. Jessica gets dumped on her wedding day as Burke confesses to cheating on her. She is devastated. On the other hand, Xavier is the only grandson of the famous billionaire grandmaster. His grandfather who had been raising him since his parents died while he was still at a tender age is now nearing death. The grandfather wants his grandson to be married before he transfers ownership of the company to him. He doesn't care who the grandson marries he just wants him to settle down. Xavier had contracted a wife to get married to him. The strange girl who he had never seen before doesn't show up on the day of the wedding. Coincidentally, Jessica and Xavier happen to be together in the same courthouse at the same time. While Jessica overhears the conversation with Xavier over the phone she goes to propose marriage to him and then gets married to him. She was usually careful and overthought everything. She decided to do something spontaneous for the first time and it landed her into a marriage. She was going to get married either way. What happens when two people begin to spend time together? Read on to find out the thrilling love story between Jessica and Xavier
‘’Damn, they sent a perfect b***h,’’ he spoke while he loosen his tie. The Aphrodisiac was already taking a very strong effect on Daniel, the wholesome billionaire, and he couldn’t hold himself back anymore. ‘’You invited me with your open legs. I will make sure to satisfy you,’’ he spoke in his raspy seductive voice and climbed over her. Grabbing her exposed milky white leg, he started moving his hand upwards from her thigh, creasing her soft skin, giving goosebumps to her. She felt a tingling sensation she never felt before. His eyes locked on her blossom, which was rising and falling with her heavy breaths. He placed his lips on her neck, giving her a nice love bite, making her bite her lips to stop that shameful moan escaping her mouth.
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.
Three years ago, the Moore family opposed Charles Moore's choice to marry his beloved woman and selected Scarlett Riley as his bride. Charles didn't love her. In fact, he hated her. Not long after they got married, Scarlett received an offer from her dream university and jumped on it. Three years later, Charles's beloved woman fell terribly ill. In order to fulfill her last wish, he called Scarlett back and presented her with a divorce agreement. Scarlett was deeply hurt by Charles's abrupt decision, but she chose to let him go and agreed to sign the divorce papers. However, Charles seemed to delay the process deliberately, leaving Scarlett confused and frustrated. Now, Scarlett was trapped between the consequences of Charles's indecision. Would she be able to break free from him? Would Charles eventually come to his senses and face his true feelings?
Everyone thought Lorenzo truly loved Gracie, until the day of their daughter’s heart surgery. To Gracie’s utter shock, Lorenzo gave the precious organ needed by their child to another woman. Devastated, Gracie opted for a divorce. Fueled by her need for revenge, Gracie joined hands with Lorenzo’s uncle, Waylon, and orchestrated Lorenzo’s downfall. In the end, Lorenzo was left with nothing and consumed by remorse. He pleaded for a reconciliation. Gracie thought she was free to move on with her life, but Waylon held her back in a death grip. “Did you think you can just walk out on me?”
"What do you want, Victoria?" Victoria walked closer to Vega, her eyes held hatred in them. "Look, let me warn you, don't even dare try to ruin my marriage, or else I will make your life a living hell!" "You knew he wasn't your mate, and you let him mark you, didn't you?" Vega asked with anger brewing inside her. Victoria lowered her gaze a little, which meant she actually knew. "So what if I know? I'm the one he marked, not you!" She yelled, showing Vega her marked neck. ****************************** What happens when your twin sister is accidentally marked by your one true mate? Victoria and Vega are twin sisters born to the Alpha of white snow pack. These sisters are so identical that it was very difficult to differentiate between them. Their Father Alpha Blake Gilbert sometimes found it hard to tell their differences too. Fortunately they had two distinct features that separated them: One is the fact that Victoria, who happens to be the eldest, was reckless and stubborn, while Vega was calm and quiet. But sadly, Vega was the one who always got punished for her sister's crime. Everyone in white snow pack thought Vega was the black sheep among the two. Vega suffered silently. Secondly, Victoria's wolf was brown while Vega's was white, but no one had seen Vega's wolf which was a rare kind of wolf. Alpha Reynold Flames of Blue Stone Pack happens to be the most famous and well-respected Alpha in the northern province of Westland. He is a Lycan, and he was very powerful. At the age of thirty, Reynold was still without a mate. When he visited white snow pack, his wolf sensed the presence of their mate. Excited as he was to find his mate, he was deceived into marking the wrong woman (Victoria) since she smelled just like his mate (Vega). What will happen to these three lives which have become entangled for life? Will there be a breakthrough for them or will things get even worse?