Amber Brown, a soft-spoken but confident girl in the small town of Graven, has her life spiraling out of control when she gets to know that's Paul Fisher. Her longtime finance is a werewolf, and he just found his mate. Born a normal human without any knowledge about the supernatural living around her, she breaks down in fear and anger at what life has thrown at her at the best point in her life. Justin Harlow, a new rouge werewolf in town, is driven from his pack, and now without a pack or home, he moves to a small town called Graven in another country to have a fresh start. Amber, now driven with fear and anger at werewolves for their deceitful ways towards love, feels lost, and she wonders where to start from with everything happening around her and even considering leaving town, but it seems the universe has something different planned for her with the lost stranger Justin Harlow, who seems more confused with life than her. Fate brings Amber and Justin together, and they resonate with each other's pain, but each has a secret to keep. What happens when midnight talks on life develop into something more than they bargained for, including people they didn't expect to find?
The air in the room of my little home was thick with tension and I couldn't help but feel a sense of loneliness while the sun peeked through the blinds, casting a faint glow over the small town of Graven. Nestled in the heart of a picturesque valley, the small town of Graven boasts an idyllic charm that instantly captures the hearts of newcomers. Its cobblestone streets wind through a forest of ancient oak trees, their branches creating a comforting overhead canopy. Warm and welcoming, the people of Graven, greet each other with smiles and visitors with open arms.
In the heart of this charming but enigmatic town, one cannot help but wonder if the friendly smiles hide more than they reveal.
Beneath the facade of tranquillity, lies a web of closely guarded secrets as whispers and hushed conversations echo through the town's quaint cafes. The locals gossip about the recent scandal in town, often livened with words of hurtful gossip and ridicule towards me but their faces are laced with smiles. In the heart of this charming but enigmatic town, I couldn't help but wonder if the friendly smiles hide more than they reveal.
I'm not like other girls my age. My raven-black hair frames my porcelain face, and my eyes, a shade of deep forest green, hold an aura of warmth and courage within. I've always felt special but I could never quite wrap my head around the reason for such belief. I'm a young and ambitious woman who just turned 24, eagerly preparing for my dream wedding with my fiancé, Paul Fisher. Everything seemed perfect in my life up until a week before the wedding when Paul abruptly called off the engagement during our pre-wedding dinner and my world came crashing down right before my eyes. It felt just like yesterday when I was happily drinking and enjoying dinner with my friends to celebrate our future home.
**Night of the Dinner**
''I'm so excited for you to meet my old friends from college tonight.'' I said, gushing at another dress the girls will be wearing to the dinner.
''I know, you've been saying it for weeks now, Amber.'' Paul mumbled from where he was on the couch.
''We would have been able to meet them if you came along with me this afternoon.'' I replied while trying to see what he was doing to my cat again.
We had been preparing for our pre-wedding dinner for two weeks and although Paul wanted a small intimate wedding, my friends kept clamouring to come making us change our plans.
''I just wanted us to enjoy some time together, besides I don't know them.'' Paul said.
''You know Rose, and you could have invited your friends if you feel it would be too girly for you.'' I answered, saving our poor cat from his clutches.
''Let's just have a short dinner okay? You know we have to meet the Mayor tomorrow.'' His words reminded me of the town's mayor I had only met a handful of times despite growing up in the little town.
''I know, we'll just eat dinner, and talk, and the girls will be going back to their hotel.'' I was already feeling regretful of the fact I couldn't join them for the nightlife, but I understand certain sacrifices should be made when getting married.
''We've been through so much together, and it feels just like yesterday we started planning this life.'' gently holding my hands he said. I noticed he had been a little distant lately, but I'm sure it's the stress from all the wedding preparations.
*Doorbell rings*
I opened the door to welcome my friends, who were all smiles and ready for the pre-wedding dinner.
''Amber! We can't believe your big day is almost here!'' Sarah said excited.
''I'm so happy you all could make it. It means the world to me.'' I replied, ushering everyone in with a light smile.
''You look radiant, girl! We're going to have a blast tonight.'' Rose said while hugging me on her way in. She paused for a moment, but I just ignored it.
''We've missed you so much, Amber. It's been way too long.'' Jane, the group clown, said while laughing on her way in.
''I've missed you all, too. Let's make tonight unforgettable.'' I replied, leading everyone to the dinner table where Paul was already waiting.
I heard Rose introducing herself to Paul, and I was happy they were already getting comfortable in my little home. As I walked into the dining room with Jane and Sarah, I noticed a weird energy in the air. Extending her hands with a warm smile, Rose greeted Paul: ''Hi, I'm Rose. You must be Paul, Amber talks a lot about you.''
''Yes, that's me. It's great to finally meet you, Rose.'' I noticed he held her hands for too long, and I began to feel worried.
Paul was introduced to each of Amber's friends and he greeted them warmly, shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries. He tried to engage in conversation with them discussing their shared memories with Amber and expressing his excitement about the upcoming wedding.
Amber's friends in turn, were welcoming and happy to meet the man who had captured their friend's heart. They engaged in friendly banter, sharing anecdotes from their college days and relishing in the joy of reuniting with Amber.
As the night wore on, the atmosphere seemed to lighten, and the tension that had hung in the air earlier began to dissipate. Paul's efforts to connect with Amber's friends were successful and the group started to enjoy the evening more.
Amber couldn't help but feel relieved that her friends and Paul were getting along. Her initial worries had subsided, and she was able to focus on the joy of the occasion. The night had taken an unexpected turn, but it seemed to be back on track.
**As the rest entered, they exchanged stories and laughter, and shared their excitement for my upcoming wedding, blissfully unaware of the impending disasters. **
[End of Chapter 1]
Amber Brown grew accustomed to being put on the back burner when it came to her younger sister, Rose. She never seemed to be enough not for her parents, not for her pack, not even for her fated mate. When her mate and soon to be alpha chooses her sister over her, Amber finds herself banished to stay with her widowed aunt in another pack. Abandoned and betrayed in the way it hurts most. In a story where blood is not thicker than water and mateship aren't all they seem to be, betrayal and vengeance is what drives Amber to power. She wanted revenge and there was nothing in the world that could get in the way, not her mate, family or even the Savage Alpha whom everyone fears. The man who had been drawn to her since he first saw her. The man grey determination to breakthrough her walls and show her what real love is.
Elin spent twenty years deeply loving her husband, finally marrying him just as she'd always dreamed. But reality shattered her illusions—he wasn't the man she believed. Instead, he callously destroyed her family, crushing her heart beyond repair. At her lowest point, Ruben, equally betrayed that night, approached her steadily. "Marry me, Elin. I'll help you take revenge." Yet, after their wedding, she quickly discovered he was dangerously unpredictable. "I made a mistake. Let's divorce..." Ruben slid his arm possessively around her waist, whispering a chilling promise, "Only in death."
"I'm going to tell you what I have in mind," he murmured. "First you're going to strip down until you're completely naked," he whispered against her ear. "Then I'm going to tie you up so you're completely powerless and subject to my every whim." "Mmm, sounds good so far," she murmured. "Then I'm going to insert a plug to prepare you for me. After that I'm going to spank that sweet ass of yours until it's rosy with my marks." She shivered uncontrollably, her mind exploding with the images he evoked. She let out a small whimper as he sucked the lobe of her ear into his mouth. God, she could cum with just his words. She was already aching with need. Her nipples tingled and hardened to painful points. Her clit pulsed and twitched between her legs until she clamped her thighs together to alleviate the burn. "And then I'm going to f**k your mouth. But I won't cum. Not yet. When I'm close, I'll flog you again until your ass is burning and you're on fire with the need for relief. And then I'm going to f**k that ass. I'm going to take you hard and rough, to the very limits of what you can withstand. I won't be gentle. Not tonight. I'm going to take you as roughly as you can stand. And then I'm going to cum all over your ass. Are you ready to be completely and utterly dominated?"
"You were about to cum in me." I said and sat up. That's when I felt a stinging pain across my ear as my hand caressed my face, then the realization hit me- he had slapped me, Lee had just slapped me. #Sex. Lies. Money. Power. *** Jessie, after finding out her fiance had married another woman, decides to have a one-night stand with his uncle, only to find herself married to him. But despite being married to his uncle, she was still attracted to him, so she started secretly seeing him. Well, the uncle wasn't willing to give her up now, not after he vowed to always be by her side; now she had two men fighting for her. And the woman her ex-fiance married wasn't just going to give up on him. Will Jessie realize old flames can never be and live a peaceful life with her new billionaire husband, or will Jade succeed in winning her back?
Rosalynn's marriage to Brian wasn't what she envisioned it to be. Her husband, Brian, barely came home. He avoided her like a plague. Worse still, he was always in the news for dating numerous celebrities. Rosalynn persevered until she couldn't take it anymore. She upped and left after filing for a divorce. Everything changed days later. Brian took interest in a designer that worked for his company anonymously. From her profile, he could tell that she was brilliant and dazzling. He pulled the stops to find out her true identity. Little did he know that he was going to receive the greatest shocker of his life. Brian bit his finger with regret when he recalled his past actions and the woman he foolishly let go.
When Corynn mustered up the courage to tell Elliot about her pregnancy, she unexpectedly found him gallantly helping another woman from his car. Her heart sank as three years of effort to secure his love crumbled before her eyes, compelling her to leave him behind. Three years later, life had taken Corynn down a new path with someone else, while Elliot was left grappling with regret. Seizing a moment of vulnerability, he pleaded, "Corynn, let's get married." Shaking her head with a faint smile, Corynn gently replied, "Sorry, I'm already engaged."
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?