A bustling metropolis, with hidden pockets serving as werewolf territories. Skyscrapers cast long shadows, and the city's hum masks the growls beneath the surface. Kai: A young werewolf, recently relocated to the city, struggling to adapt to the pack hierarchy and societal pressures. He possesses heightened senses and a rebellious streak. Elara: A cunning and ambitious werewolf leader, navigating the complex politics of the city's werewolf factions and protecting her territory fiercely. Dr. Evelyn Thorne: A brilliant human scientist, unaware of the werewolf world, who stumbles upon a secret that threatens both communities. Join me to find out what happens when opposing forces align.
Kai's paws hit the pavement, the jarring contrast to the soft earth beneath them a constant reminder of his exile from his pack. The city, a behemoth of steel and glass, scraped the sky with its teeth, swallowing the starlight he craved. Every honking horn, every siren's wail, was a discordant note in the symphony of nature he once knew. He was a wolf in a concrete cage, a hunter stripped of his forest.
He missed the rustling leaves, the scent of damp earth, the comforting howl of the wind through the pines. Here, the wind carried the metallic tang of exhaust and the acrid bite of cigarette smoke. His enhanced senses, once a boon in the wilderness, felt like a curse in this sensory overload
He'd left his pack, driven by the suffocating rules, and the unspoken expectations. They saw him as an outsider, a pup with too much curiosity and not enough obedience. Yet, here, amongst the humans, he was an anomaly, a walking secret. With the passing days, he was becoming a great danger to them.
He found refuge in a rundown apartment building, its peeling paint and flickering lights mirroring his brokenness. The air, thick with the scent of cooking spices and car exhaust, was a daily assault on his senses. Sleep came in stolen moments, interrupted by the city's restless hum.
His first encounter with human society was a brutal lesson. Hunger gnawed at him, a primal urge that clawed at his control. He found himself drawn to a dimly lit alleyway, the scent of discarded meat-heavy in the air. A stray cat, eyes wide with fear, was his target. But before he could act, a human voice boomed, "Leave it alone!"
He froze, shame burning through him. The woman, her face etched with concern, offered him a sandwich instead. It tasted bland, yet held the unexpected warmth of human kindness. He learned to navigate the city's hidden corners, scavenging for scraps, careful not to leave a trace.
His days were spent in a haze of solitude. He found solace in the park, a sliver of green amidst the concrete jungle. He watched children play, their unbridled laughter a balm to his loneliness. He longed to join them, to feel the sun on his fur, but his secret was a chain that bound him.
Kai's heart hammered a frantic tattoo against his ribs as a little girl's scream ripped through the night air. He had been drawn by the panicked scent of her fear, adrenaline erasing the ache in his muscles from hours of scavenging. He found her cornered in an alley, two hulking figures closing in, their predatory grins sending a primal growl churning in his throat.
Without hesitation, he shifted. Claws extended, fur bristled, he was a whirlwind of fangs and fury, driving the attackers back with snarls that echoed off the brick walls. The girl, frozen in terror, could only watch as the alley became a blur of motion, the metallic tang of blood mingling with the damp night air.
When the attackers fled, whimpering apologies swallowed by the darkness, Kai collapsed, panting, his human form returning in a wash of dizziness. The girl, still wide-eyed with shock, approached him cautiously. He winced as she reached out, then stopped, her gaze dropping to the blood smeared on his torn shirt.
"You're..." she stammered, her voice barely a whisper. "You're...a werewolf?"
Shame and fear coiled in his gut. He'd always been careful, blending into the shadows, keeping his secret buried deep. Now, exposed under the cold gaze of the moon, he felt vulnerable, stripped bare.
But instead of the scream he imagined, a gasp of awe escaped her lips. Her eyes, wide with wonder, held no fear, only fascination. "It's...amazing," she breathed, her voice barely a whisper.
Before he could react, she knelt beside him, gently touching his arm. "Thank you," she said, her voice sincere. "You saved me."
Relief washed over him, warm and unexpected. He expected judgment, fear, rejection, but all he saw was gratitude, a spark of connection in her eyes.
"Can you keep a secret little girl?" Kai returned to his human form instantly.
"Yes, i can. My mom told me i am an excellent secret keeper."
"Then keep one more secret for me." He knelt in front of her.
"What is it?"
"All of this is not real."
"Ok." Kai turned his back when a voice came after him "My secret's safe with you," A shout came from the back.
Nadia's life was a symphony of flour, sugar, and the contented sighs of satisfied customers. Her bakery, "Flour & Fancy," was a haven of warmth and comfort, away from the whispers of the city's underbelly. One rainy afternoon, a misplaced invitation shattered the tranquility. Addressed to "Nadia Petrova," it spoke of a lavish wedding for a couple she didn't recognize. Intrigued by the strange coincidence and fueled by a touch of reckless curiosity, Nadia tucked the invitation into her pocket. Over the following weeks, the misplaced invitation became a twisted calling card. Cryptic messages, delivered through seemingly ordinary means – tucked under her bakery door, finding it in her purse – drew Nadia deeper into Dante's world. Torn between her fear and a growing fascination with the man behind the power, Nadia began to search for the enigmatic Don only to come up with nothing not even his picture. Her creations, infused with love and a hint of rebellion, became a silent conversation between them. The night of the wedding, a world unseen by Nadia unfolded. The venue, a mansion shrouded in shadows, pulsed with a dangerous energy. Inside, opulent chaos reigned – glittering gowns, veiled threats exchanged under crystal chandeliers, and a tension that crackled in the air. Here, Nadia encountered Dante Russo, the enigmatic Don. His gaze, as sharp as obsidian, held a flicker of surprise when he saw her. Despite the danger radiating from him, Nadia couldn't deny a spark of attraction. She found herself to be the center of the invitation. She was the bride without even realizing it. Dante realizes that there was a mix-up. She was not the girl he hired to be his fake bride. To save face, he comes up with a plan. She had two choices either accept the deal or get killed by the Don. As Nadia learned more about Dante's world, the harsh realities of the mafia life clashed with her kind heart. Witnessing a brutal act of violence forced her to confront the darkness that lurked beneath the surface. Their connection, a forbidden dance on the edge of a knife, threatened to unravel everything. One night, she stumbled upon a truth. They used her as bait, luring Dante into a trap. The invitation was not a mix-up. It was deliberately sent by her husband's brother. The ensuing chaos forced Nadia to choose – retreat to the safety of her bakery or fight for the man who had awakened a fierce protectiveness within her. As she was picking up the broken pieces, she came to know the dark secret. Her parents were killed by Dante Russo 10 years ago. Thrown into yet another challenge, she navigated her way through. In the end, Dante dismantled the violent operations of the Russo family, leaving behind a legacy of justice. Nadia, no longer just a baker, became his partner, not just in love, but in building a new future.
This is an English translation of the famous Urdu novel "Jannat ke Pattay" This is a story of courage, reality, resilience and faith. The leading character Haya Salman, an LLB student who belongs to a conventional family.She got a scholarship from a Turkish university which a turning point for her.
This book is a collection of multiple short stories completely unrelated to each other. The stories include Age Gap, Mafia Romance, Enemies to Lovers and Neighbor romance Buckle up because i am going to take you on rollercoaster ride
Stefan Carter a successful business man with a dark and very cold personality because of his past. Unlike your typical bachelor he has no interest in flings. That all changes when he met Selena Hanson fresh out of college who is cautious in giving away her heart.
I'm Amara. Never been loved by my parents. Never been liked by my friends. Until one guy who saw me through my walls. He made me believe I'm loveable. Gave me strength to dream. Took my heart and crushed it. Left me with nothing. When i finally gathered the pieces he is back this time now as my boss. And he wants me back. Again. But I'm no more a naive girl i once was. He can't fool me with his charms again or that's what i thought. Will I be able to resist his charm this time?
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?
Marriage was a bed of thorns for Stella. She lived like an overworked and unhappy slave for six years in her matrimonial home. One day, her uncaring husband, Waylon said to her, "Ayla will be back soon. You have to move out tomorrow." "I want a divorce," responded Stella. She left without shedding a tear or trying to change Waylon's stone-cold heart. Days after their divorce, they met again. Stella was in the arms of another man. Waylon's blood boiled at the sight of her looking so happy. "So, you couldn't even wait a while before jumping into another man's arms?" he queried distastefully. "And who are you to question my decision? It's my life, so I call the shots. Stay out of my business!" Stella fired at him before turning to look at her new man with shiny eyes. Waylon immediately lost it.
Melanie married Ashton out of gratitude, but she quickly found herself entangled in a web of relentless challenges. Despite these struggles, she stayed true to her commitment to the marriage. In the hospital room, Ashton indifferently attempted to draw her blood, disregarding her discomfort. This callous act was a harsh revelation for Melanie, awakening her to the grim reality of their relationship. Resolved to prioritize her own welfare, she decided to sever ties. With newfound resolve, Melanie filed for divorce. In the process, she unveiled her concealed identities, leaving everyone in shock. Throughout these turbulent times, Melanie realized that Derek, Ashton’s uncle, had been discreetly protecting her all along.
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?"
Due to the plight of her family, Phoebe had no choice but to embark on the path of selling herself. In an accident, she had a tangled night with Alexander. Everything began to derail, and even if she fled to the ends of the earth, she would still be found by him and entangled... *** Phoebe screamed in frustration, "What do you want from me?" What was this supposed to be? He raised an eyebrow wickedly. "What do I want? You'll find out soon enough." With that, he hoisted her up and carried her back into the office. The door slammed shut with a kick, and he cleared the desk with a sweep of his arm before laying her down on it, his body pinning hers in place, completely trapping her in his grasp. Every cell in his body was telling him he wanted her. He wanted to claim her again. This time, there would be no escape for her-he wouldn't let her slip away. Never again. If he had suffered for five years, then this woman wouldn't get off easily either!
On the day of their wedding anniversary, Joshua's mistress drugged Alicia, and she ended up in a stranger's bed. In one night, Alicia lost her innocence, while Joshua's mistress carried his child in her womb. Heartbroken and humiliated, Alicia demanded a divorce, but Joshua saw it as yet another tantrum. When they finally parted ways, she went on to become a renowned artist, sought out and admired by everyone. Consumed by regret, Joshua darkened her doorstep in hopes of reconciliation, only to find her in the arms of a powerful tycoon. "Say hello to your sister-in-law."