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Maria Castillo leaned against the window in her dimly lit apartment, gazing out at the city's flickering lights below. Raindrops trickled down the glass, mirroring the turmoil within her heart. Memories of that dreadful night fifteen years ago flooded her mind – the night the mafia had mercilessly taken her family away from her. Since then, her only purpose had been to bring those responsible to justice. Dressed in her worn-out leather jacket and donning her signature fedora, Maria was ready to embark on yet another relentless pursuit of the mafia.
She was a seasoned detective with a reputation for getting results, but this case was different. This time, she wasn't just solving a crime; she was unraveling a dark empire that had terrorized the city for far too long. In a converted warehouse on the outskirts of town, Maria gathered her trusted allies. Alex, the tech genius with a flair for hacking, sat in front of an impressive array of monitors, each displaying encrypted files and surveillance footage from known mafia hideouts. Chico, a street-smart informant with a cheeky grin, leaned against a wall, sipping his coffee. Susan, the meticulous investigator with a knack for details, was busy organizing the evidence boards. "Listen up," Maria's voice cut through the silence, drawing the team's attention. "We're taking down the Scarr family once and for all. They've controlled this city with an iron fist for too damn long, and it's time to put an end to it." The room buzzed with determination as they delved into their plans. Maria had pieced together tidbits of information from various sources over the years, and now it was time to connect the dots. Her desk was cluttered with case files, photographs, and crime scene reports, each representing a tiny fragment of the vast criminal puzzle they were about to confront. Alex tapped away on his keyboard, hacking into the mafia's secure network to dig deeper into their operations. Chico was out on the streets, gathering whispers and hushed conversations, gathering tidbits that could lead them to their targets. Susan cross-referenced data, creating a detailed map of the mafia's illegal dealings and their sprawling network. As days turned into nights, the team found themselves engrossed in the dark world of the mafia. They faced threats and warnings, but each danger only fueled their determination further. Maria's past had taught her that fear could consume a person, but she had conquered her demons. Now, with her team at her back, she was ready to face the biggest challenge of her life. The investigation led them to a luxurious penthouse overlooking the city, owned by the enigmatic mafia boss known as Scarr. Rumors spoke of his ruthlessness and cunning, but Maria knew that revealing his true identity would be an uphill battle. Late one evening, the team huddled around their screens, finding a potential break in the case. Susan had uncovered a money laundering operation that connected several legitimate businesses to the mafia's vast criminal empire. It was their chance to strike at the heart of Scarr's organization. Maria's eyes sparkled with determination as she said, "Tomorrow, we bring the evidence to the district attorney. It's time to expose Scarr and tear down everything he's built." The team nodded in agreement, understanding the risks that lay ahead. They knew the mafia wouldn't go down without a fight, but they were prepared to face whatever came their way. Maria's quest for justice had brought them together, forging an unbreakable bond, and they were ready to face the storm that awaited them. As they parted ways that night, each member of the team carried a heavy burden of anticipation and adrenaline. Tomorrow was the beginning of their battle against the mafia, a battle that would shape their lives and the future of the city forever. Maria hoped that, by the end of this journey, she could finally find closure for the loss that had haunted her for so long.
She thought she was the love of his life, and he became the love of her life that fateful day she had seen him at the pack's party. Selene Grace was only a replica of Alpha Leo's real mate, and when he spotted her, Leo immediately claimed her as his Luna in order to suppress the rumors of him being mateless. Being unable to conceive turns Selene's marriage into a nightmare, and as if that wasn't enough, Alpha Leo finally reunites with his long time lover and mate, rejecting a pregnant Selene as a result. 5 years later, Selene, a now successful doctor, receives an invitation to the moon shadow pack in order to rid the pack of a deadly disease which has struck it. Will Selene return back to the pack which had caused her so much pain, and what would she do when she realizes that she is mated to the Alpha who had betrayed her in the past?
“You need a bride, I need a groom. Why don’t we get married?” Both abandoned at the altar, Elyse decided to tie the knot with the disabled stranger from the venue next door. Pitying his state, she vowed to spoil him once they were married. Little did she know that he was actually a powerful tycoon. Jayden thought Elyse only married him for his money, and planned to divorce her when she was no longer of use to him. But after becoming her husband, he was faced with a new dilemma. “She keeps asking for a divorce, but I don’t want that! What should I do?”
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"
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."
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."
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."