Maria Eduarda awakens from a coma of almost a year to discover that she has been abandoned by everyone during this time. Determined to surprise her husband, to whom she dedicated her life, she comes across a shocking revelation: perhaps for years she had been deceived by him and her best friend, one of the people she trusted most. Feeling alone and fragile, she decides to go to a bar to drown her sorrows, thinking that drinking a dose of self-love would be the cure for her broken heart. Willing to take revenge on her husband, Maria Eduarda sleeps with the first man she meets. He just didn't expect that unexpected encounter to change his destiny. After all, was that strange CEO full of secrets and owner of the most beautiful eyes he had ever seen his salvation or his ruin? Would she accept being "the other", even though she saw how much it hurt? Amidst a web of conspiracies that led to her grandfather's financial and emotional ruin, Maria Eduarda finds herself at an impasse between taking revenge on everyone or taking advantage of the second chance that life gave her and trying to be happy. In a scenario of lies, intrigue and ambitions, she discovers that, even in the midst of chaos, true love and genuine friendship can emerge from the most unlikely situations.
WHAT ABOUT ANDRESS?
I heard a continuous sound, which seemed like it was inside my brain. I wanted to open my eyes, but I couldn't. My eyelids felt like they were having trouble moving. With great effort, I finally opened my eyes. The light disturbed me deeply.
Several people ran towards me, saying things I couldn't understand. Everyone wore blue clothes and their hair was covered by caps made of the same fabric.
-Call Dr. Adams... Find her, wherever she is - one of the women ordered.
I started to move and realized that there were several types of wires that were preventing me from moving.
I tried to identify where I was, but my head was still strange... And I couldn't connect my thoughts properly.
- Normal heartbeat... Normalized pressure. - I heard one of the women next to me talking as I watched the machines that glowed and made screeching sounds that were as if they lived inside my brain.
I managed to move my head to the side and identified the environment I was in: a hospital.
What was I doing in a hospital? What would have happened?
A woman quickly approached, causing everyone to move away. He checked all my signs again and asked:
- Can you hear me, Mrs. Montez Deocca?
"Montez Deocca"... I immediately remembered Andress. And I was even more confused:
- Did I marry Andress? - I questioned, finding the sound of my own voice strange.
-Andress Montez Deocca? - Her voice was gentle and accompanied by a smile: - Yes, he is your husband.
I smiled when I remembered Andress. I might not be able to remember our wedding, but in my mind the moment he asked for my hand, when I was still 9 years old, in the shopping mall's food court was vivid.
- Can you tell me how you feel, Mrs. Montez Deocca?
- I... I feel good - I said - but a little confused... As if my mind couldn't remember much. How did I get here?
The doctor turned and spoke to someone:
- Vital signs are perfectly fine. Schedule all the necessary exams and as soon as they are ready, I want her in a room alone.
- You can leave it, doctor.
-Do you remember anything? - She wanted to know.
I shook my head:
- I only remember Andress... His smell, his taste, his skin...
- You'll certainly gradually remember other things, don't worry. This confusion is normal.
- What happened?
- You woke up from a deep coma.
I looked around again, smelling the smell of cleaning products mixed with alcohol, characteristic of hospital areas.
- A coma? - It seems that my mind has become even more disturbed.
- I know you want to know a lot of things, Mrs. Montez Deocca. And it's normal. It turns out that first we need to check how it is actually going and whether there have been any consequences. Then we will focus on your memory. - He touched my hand affectionately. - I'll be here for whatever you need. My shift was coming to an end – she smiled – but we've been together for practically a year. Then I wouldn't miss your awakening for anything in the world. I'll only go home when I'm sure there's no injury or permanent damage... Because the way you woke up is almost inexplicable.
The woman was leaving when I took her hand, her skin feeling slightly dry:
- What is your name?
- I'm Dr. Adams, neurosurgeon. But you can call me Verbena... - With his free hand he used one of his fingers to caress my forehead. - I'm so glad you're back.
- Thanks.
She slowly removed my hand from hers and was leaving when I asked:
- And Andress?
He seemed a little hesitant when responding:
- As I said, first let's go to the exams.
- He... He's fine, isn't he?
- Yes, Andress Montez Deocca is fine - he confirmed, making my heart feel an absurd relief.
I closed my eyes, even with difficulty due to the light that still disturbed me. And in my mind only the image of Andress appeared... The smooth face, the clear eyes, usually matching the blue clothes, his favorite color. His hair was always clean and well combed, a common light brown, but it seemed special to him, as if no one looked more perfect in that tone. My Andress's lips were soft and his kisses were sweet and gentle.
Still without much sense of time, whether by counting hours or even days, I found myself taking countless exams, which some didn't even know existed.
Doctor Verbena Adams came to see me every day. Soon I began to receive visits from a Psychologist and other medical specialists. Each one took care of a part of me: brain, body, internal organs... And it seemed like everything was fine, except my mind, which brought me nothing but Andress.
I was transferred to a room and as soon as I was alone in the room, I sat alone for the first time, without needing anyone's help. And I didn't feel tired. Just proud of myself.
I ate the first normal meal and came to the conclusion that I could repeat it, as I still felt hungry, which I was denied. "Go little by little" was the nutritionist's order.
I was sitting, looking at the gigantic white wall as images began to fill my mind.
The door opened and Doctor Verbena entered, with that usual radiant smile.
She was black, tall and her full lips were always open in an infectious smile that showed her completely straight white teeth. Despite the hospital odor, I could smell her. And it wasn't perfume. It was floral soap, with notes reminiscent of jasmine. And even though I was absolutely certain that I had never seen that woman in my life, it was as if I had smelled her my entire life.
- How it feels?
- Good, very good.
- It's been a week.
I narrowed my eyes, confused:
- You... Shouldn't you have informed my family? Where are they? Why didn't Andress come to see me? What happened to him?
I had so many questions but no answers.
- I... I'll try to explain to you what happened... - She seemed hesitant. - But I want you to stay calm, okay?
He is a priest who is venerated and idolized by the town of Machia because he is a descendant of a king who lived there centuries ago. She is the heiress of one of the country's richest and most powerful politicians and lives in a world surrounded by luxury. He is centered, intelligent, creative and lives not only for the faithful who attend his parish, but also gives himself entirely to noble causes. She is spoiled, self-centered, narcissistic and won't accept being contradicted because she has always had everything she wanted. He became a priest through a miracle and believes in God and the power of love and forgiveness. She doesn't believe in God, because when she needed him most, she was abandoned. Both have had a sad and dark past and carry guilt in their consciences. When Danna is sent to Machia as punishment, she defies herself by trying to seduce Father Killian. Killian, on the other hand, sees the young woman as an opportunity for spiritual redemption and decides to guide her steps in the faith. As their intertwined stories unfold, they both face the temptation to succumb to the intense feelings that arise between them. However, a shared dark past threatens to resurface, casting doubt on the fate of their unlikely bond.
Maria Lua had the life any woman could dream of: beautiful, rich and with a perfect family. But behind the lucky, angel-faced girl hid a rebellious girl, who ran away from her past and aimed to be happy and do whatever she wanted, especially when it came to men. Immersed in the world of CEOs since she was born, her life was always linked to men who wore suits. And it was up to her to take off every piece of clothing that surrounded them, starting with the ties, taking advantage of the beautiful bodies that crossed her path, the owners and heirs of the biggest companies in Noriah Norte. What she didn't expect was to be involved in a major scandal on the day of her engagement, set up by someone inside her own home. Willing to turn things around, since nothing could shake her and all she wanted was to show herself to be a strong woman, Malu didn't expect the second fall, now to destroy her completely. Having to leave her own home, and forced to mature and take responsibility, leaving her life of drinking and one-night stands behind her, she now had to choose which path to take: recovering her fiancé, moving on with her lover or fighting for her true love. What Maria Lua didn't expect was that in the midst of all her doubts, immersed in a world of business, blackmail, theft and unethical behavior, a new man would cross her path. Would he be her redemption? Or would he be willing to destroy her heart completely, as she has done all her life with men? Everything could be uncertain and catastrophic in Maria Lua Casanova's life, except for the men in suits... These were always her temptation.
She was her own person and knew exactly what she wanted. He owned the whole damn thing and thought he could do anything. She had something he wanted but didn't know. He had what she'd always dreamed of, but she had no idea how to achieve it. She lied out of love. He didn't forgive anyone. She hated him from the first time she saw him. He tried to destroy her in every way possible. Bárbara Novaes never imagined that her peaceful life would suddenly turn upside down, when a deathbed request would make her main objective to enter the life of the best-known CEO in the country. Heitor Casanova has never seen a woman as persecuting and insistent as Barbara. But it didn't cross her mind that she didn't want the same thing as everyone else: "him". The bond that united them would force the two to live under the same roof, with a single common goal: to protect what they loved most. Is it possible for mutual anger to turn into love? Would they admit the new feelings that were emerging that they were not able to accept? And would they overcome together all the obstacles that would be created to prevent this relationship from happening??? My first enemies to lovers and CEO together!!! What will it do??? I don't know. Want to find out with me??? Cover: Larissa Mattos
Bruna leads a quiet life, but her unhealthy jealousy and her whims have caused everything to come crashing down on her. Her family, afraid that she could attempt her life again, decide that the best thing to do is to take her away from everything and everyone for a while. Aware that it's the best thing to do, she agrees to spend the summer at the house on a cherished date, in a paradise far from everything. What to know others, she has to wait for the past and think about herself, forget what she expected and don't have to wait... But she didn't expect that place for the real ones. This love could bring you so much joy and sadness at the same time... life itself.
It never crossed Ariane's mind that one day she would have to choose between the love of her life or her beautiful and kind boss, who was starting to mess with her feelings. But that's what happened when she kissed Luciano for the first time, realizing that she could be completely in love with him and Jonathan arrived, with his bags, ready to stay with her for good. She ran away from Jonathan and gave up her entire life in Dreamworld when she went to live with her parents in the countryside. Little did she know that this was not her escape but the place where she would find herself. Two perfect men, one she left out of consideration for her best friend who was in love with him and the other she found on her run and somehow rescued her from all her fears and insecurities. But his heart could no longer be in conflict. He deserved to be left alone and the choice was up to her.
Megan was a normal, straight-laced teenager who never took chances. Losing her virginity to the stranger who ran her over was never in her plans. But that's exactly what happened. One perfect night and she fell head over heels in love with the man she never saw again. But life was not the best with her and, for the sake of her family, she had to marry under pressure, joining the surname of the newest richest in Noriah South, the Millers, to the traditional Collins. But fate wanted her to find in her own home the man she had searched for for years of her life, who populated her most intimate and secret dreams. Could they hide the intense feelings caused by that one night of love? What was behind the Collinses, that mysterious and unscrupulous family? Story with depiction of sex scenes and obscene words, not suitable for children under 18. 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁 Story with description of sex scenes and obscene words. It is not a hot book with history, but a history with hot. 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁
Lindsey's fiancé was the devil's first son. Not only did he lie to her but he also slept with her stepmother, conspired to take away her family fortune, and then set her up to have sex with a total stranger. To get her lick back, Lindsey decided to find a man to disrupt her engagement party and humiliate the cheating bastard. Never did she imagine that she would bump into a strikingly handsome stranger who was all that she was currently looking for. At the engagement party, he boldly declared that she was his woman. Lindsey thought he was just a broke man who wanted to leech off her. But once they began their fake relationship, she realized that good luck kept coming her way. She thought they would part ways after the engagement party, but this man kept to her side. "We gotta stick together, Lindsey. Remember, I'm now your fiancé. " "Domenic, you're with me because of my money, aren't you?" Lindsey asked, narrowing her eyes at him. Domenic was taken aback by that accusation. How could he, the heir of the Walsh family and CEO of Vitality Group, be with her for money? He controlled more than half of the city's economy. Money wasn't a problem for him! The two got closer and closer. One day, Lindsey finally realized that Domenic was actually the stranger she had slept with months ago. Would this realization change things between them? For the better or worse?
"I, Sophia Addison, of the Crescent Moon Pack, deny your rejection, Jacob Carter." I smiled triumphantly at him and he just glared at me. I can hear loud gasps and whispers throughout the place. They cannot believe that their goody-two-shoes of a senior year president is rejecting me in front of everybody. What goody-two-shoes? More like a two faced jerk! That is why, here I am, denying his rejection. Oh well, I refuse to suffer alone. So...let us both suffer together my dear mate.
It took only a second for a person's world to come crashing down. This was what happened in Hannah's case. For four years, she gave her husband her all, but one day, he said emotionlessly, "Let's get divorced." Hannah's heart broke into a million pieces as she signed the divorce papers, marking the end of her role as a devoted wife. Within Hannah, a strong woman awakened, vowing never to be beholden to any man again. Embracing her new life, she embarked on a journey to find herself and command her own destiny. By the time she returned, she had experienced so much growth and was now completely different from the docile wife everyone once knew. "Is this your latest trick to get my attention?" Hannah's ever-so-arrogant husband asked. Before she could retort, a handsome and domineering CEO pulled her into his embrace. He smiled down at her and said boldly to her ex, "Just a little heads-up, mister. This is my beloved wife. Keep off!"
P-please, I beg you. Come let's go tell Christian I had no hand in whatever happened, p-please." I clutched the lapel of his jacket desperately. "Let's go. You need to tell my husband you were paid." "Young lady, you're harassing me." His tone was cold and his stare granite. But I could care less. "You harassed me first! You had sex with me without my consent, my husband knows and now I'm pregnant with this child he doesn't want. You ruined my marriage! I-I hate you!" ************************************ Caught by her husband with another man on their matrimonial bed the morning after her birthday, Hailey Codza could not defend herself. As though it's not enough, she gets pregnant. Her enraged husband decides to pay her back for her infidelity by having an affair with his ex-girlfriend - Denise Kellers, the family Hailey never knew she had. Losing her family's wealth and company to her husband and his ex (now girlfriend), she is devastated, homeless and penniless as all her credit cards are blocked by her husband. She sees the man who is responsible for her pregnancy. The man she has no idea how he'd found his way to her matrimonial bed - Jared Johnson. Jared is annoyed when this strange woman disrupts his meeting and accuses him of ruining her life, marriage and impregnating her. It affects his business deals and having no choice, he marries her to calm the public whilst engaged to someone else. But he loathes her and allows his family treats her badly. Hailey who has fallen in love with Jared is broken when she can no longer take the humiliation. She signs the divorce papers and leaves, only to arrive six years later to the country as a self-made, secret billionaire and a mother of twins. Now her two ex-husbands are begging to have her back...
" Don't say anymore word than you already have, don't..." I stuck a finger out at him, sauntering away on my heels when a hand wrapped itself around my arm. Breathlessly he whispered, "You know that I do love you and...fine, what exactly was I supposed to do?" "Protect me and stand up for me. That is what you do for someone who you claim you love!" ************ Out to spite her ex-boyfriend after he had broken up with her on her birthday, Daphne slept with a stranger who turned out to be his uncle while trying to rebuff his words that she was unwanted by others. Was she ready for the wild chase that followed when he found out years later that she had been pregnant with his heirs and that she had been hiding the truth all this while? Faced with the ruthless CEO, known as the beast, who wasn't ready to back down, Daphne does everything possible to make sure her kids wouldn't be taken from her, but what happens when love gets in the mix of it all? Would she be able to conquer these weird feelings and give in her all amidst her scars? And with how deadly he turned out to be? And faced with her ex who still wants her back, what choice is she going to make?
On her 18th birthday, Ayra is sold to Alpha Evon, one of the most ruthless Alphas in town, by her stepfather, Victor. Introduced to a brutal world where women are treated as mere possessions, her only hope of freedom is to bear Evon a male heir. But in the midst of her suffering, Ayra uncovers a startling truth: Evon is her fated mate, though he remains oblivious to their bond. Over time, Ayra's feelings for Evon begin to shift, softening her resolve to escape. Just when she starts reconsidering her plans, a devastating incident shatters her completely, forcing her to flee the mansion. Yet her journey is far from over. Ayra soon finds herself in a new life, rescued by Leo and Luca, the twin Alphas of the Golden Breed Pack. As she navigates this new world, Ayra learns that these twins are her second chance mates, presenting her with an impossible choice. With a child on the way from her first mate, Alpha Evon, and a decision to make between the rival twins, Ayra must choose her destiny and the future of her heart.