BLESSED PEN POETS COLLECTION

FORSAKEN LOVE Chapter 1 The sun had barely risen over the city skyline when Michael woke with a start. He had been tossing and turning all night, his mind racing with thoughts of the impending wedding. As he lay there, staring at the ceiling, he couldn't shake the feeling that something wasn't right. He and Samantha had been together for five years, and he had always thought she was the one. They had a comfortable life, a beautiful home, and a strong foundation of love and trust. But as the wedding day drew closer, Michael found himself questioning everything. He thought back to the proposal, the way Samantha's face had lit up with joy when he got down on one knee. At the time, it had felt like the most natural thing in the world. But now, as he replayed the moment in his mind, he couldn't help but wonder if he had made a mistake. Michael knew he needed to talk to Samantha, to be honest with her about his doubts and fears. But the thought of breaking her heart, of shattering the dream they had built together, was almost too much to bear. As he finally dragged himself out of bed, he knew what he had to do. He had to call off the wedding, no matter how painful it might be. It was the only way to be true to himself and to Samantha. Chapter 2 Samantha hummed softly to herself as she bustled around the kitchen, preparing breakfast for her and Michael. She couldn't believe that in just a few short hours, they would be husband and wife. The thought filled her with a giddy sense of excitement and anticipation. As she set the table, she glanced out the window at the bustling city streets below. It was a beautiful day, the kind that seemed to promise new beginnings and endless possibilities. She couldn't wait to start the next chapter of her life with Michael by her side. Just then, Michael emerged from the bedroom, his face pale and drawn. Samantha immediately sensed that something was wrong. "Michael, what is it?" she asked, her voice laced with concern. Michael took a deep breath, his hands trembling slightly. "Samantha, we need to talk," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. Samantha felt her heart skip a beat. "What is it, Michael?" she asked again, her voice shaking. Michael looked into her eyes, his own filled with pain and regret. "I... I don't think I can go through with the wedding," he said, the words tumbling out in a rush. Samantha felt the world tilt on its axis. "What do you mean?" she asked, her voice barely audible. Michael reached out to take her hand, but she pulled away, her eyes filling with tears. "I'm so sorry, Samantha," he said, his voice thick with emotion. "I've been thinking about this for a long time, and I just... I just don't think I'm ready for this." Samantha felt like she had been punched in the gut. She had never seen this coming, never imagined that Michael would have doubts about their future together. As the reality of the situation sank in, she felt a wave of anger and betrayal wash over her. "How could you do this to me?" she cried, her voice shrill with pain. "How could you wait until the day before our wedding to tell me this?" Michael reached out to her again, but she pushed him away, her body shaking with sobs. "I need you to leave," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "I can't even look at you right now." Michael nodded, his own eyes filled with tears. "I'm so sorry, Samantha," he said again, before turning and walking out the door. Samantha stood there, alone in the kitchen, her heart shattered into a million pieces. She had never felt so betrayed, so utterly devastated. As the reality of what had just happened sank in, she sank to the floor, her body wracked with sobs. Chapter 3 Michael walked the streets of the city, his mind reeling from the events of the morning. He couldn't believe that he had actually gone through with it, that he had broken Samantha's heart in the most devastating way possible. As he replayed the scene in his mind, he felt a wave of guilt and regret wash over him. He had never meant to hurt Samantha, never wanted to cause her pain. But he knew that staying with her, marrying her, would have been even worse. He thought back to the moment he had realized that he couldn't go through with the wedding. It had been a gradual realization, a slow dawning of the truth that he and Samantha were not meant to be together forever. They had grown apart, their dreams and goals no longer aligned. Michael knew that he needed to be honest with himself, to admit that he had been living a lie for far too long. He had stayed with Samantha because it was comfortable, because it was what was expected of him. But deep down, he knew that he deserved more, that they both deserved more. As he walked, he found himself drawn to a small park, a place he had often come to think and reflect. He sat down on a bench, watching as people passed by, their li

Title: The Guardian of the Djinn's Lamp Once upon a time in the bustling city of Marrakech, there lived a young orphan named Zara. Despite the hardships she faced, Zara had a heart as bright as the desert sun and a spirit as free as the wind that swept through the ancient streets of the city. One day, while wandering through the crowded market, Zara stumbled upon a dusty old lamp tucked away in a forgotten corner of a merchant's stall. Intrigued by the lamp's intricate carvings and mysterious aura, she purchased it with the little money she had earned from odd jobs. That night, as Zara polished the lamp in her modest room, a swirling mist emerged from its spout, coalescing into a majestic djinn named Aziza. The djinn, with eyes like shimmering emeralds and a voice like honeyed silk, revealed that she was the guardian of the lamp, bound by ancient magic to grant three wishes to whoever released her from her slumber. Overwhelmed by the possibilities, Zara hesitated, unsure of what to wish for. Sensing the young girl's pure heart and selfless nature, Aziza proposed a different kind of arrangement. She explained that instead of granting wishes, she would accompany Zara on a quest to restore balance to the world by vanquishing the dark forces that sought to disrupt the harmony of the land. Together, Zara and Aziza embarked on a journey that took them across deserts and mountains, through bustling cities and forgotten ruins. Along the way, they encountered treacherous djinns who sought to sow chaos and discord, testing the strength of their bond and the purity of their intentions. Through courage, compassion, and unwavering determination, Zara and Aziza overcame every obstacle that stood in their way. They learned that true power lies not in the granting of wishes, but in the ability to protect and preserve the beauty and magic of the world around them. In the end, as they stood atop a windswept dune overlooking the vast expanse of the desert, Zara and Aziza shared a bittersweet farewell. The djinn bestowed upon the young girl a gift far greater than any wish—a heart filled with the wisdom of the ages and the knowledge that true magic resides in the bonds we forge and the love we share. And so, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting golden light upon the sands, Zara bid farewell to her otherworldly companion, knowing that their paths would cross again someday, for the connection they shared transcended time and space. And thus, the legend of Zara, the Guardian of the Djinn's Lamp, and Aziza, the noble djinn, echoed through the ages, a testament to the enduring power of friendship, courage, and the magic that dwells within us all.

Five years ago, he upped and left his wife without informing her. He had always felt unworthy. As a result, he decided to go and become a better man. It took him five whole years of daily hard work. When he was satisfied, he returned as a powerful and honorable man. He intended to start a family with his wife. But he got back to meet the greatest shocker of his life. He actually had a daughter!

Eight years ago, Eleanor was a pampered and arrogant young heiress, while Andreas was just a nameless talent from a humble background. Although she had taken him in, she never treated him with any warmth. Their fates flipped, and now Andreas was a business titan feared by all, while Eleanor wallowed in shame and despair after her fall from grace. Upon their reunion, he pinned her with a venomous glare and declared, "It was my hatred for you that drove me into becoming what I am today."

In their three years of marriage, Chelsea had been a dutiful wife to Edmund. She used to think that her love and care would someday melt Edmund's cold heart, but she was wrong. Finally, she couldn't take the disappointment any longer and chose to end the marriage. Edmund had always thought that his wife was just boring and dull. So it was shocking when Chelsea suddenly threw divorce papers at his face in front of everyone at the Nelson Group's anniversary party. How humiliating! After that, everyone thought that the formerly-married couple would never see each other again, even Chelsea. Once again, she thought wrong. Sometime later, at an award ceremony, Chelsea went onstage to accept the award for best screenplay. Her ex-husband, Edmund, was the one presenting the award to her. As he handed her the trophy, he suddenly reached for her hand and pleaded humbly in front of the audience, "Chelsea, I'm sorry I didn't cherish you before. Could you please give me another chance?" Chelsea looked at him indifferently. "I'm sorry, Mr. Nelson. My only concern now is my business." Edmund's heart was shattered into a million pieces. "Chelsea, I really can't live without you." But his ex-wife just walked away. Wasn't it better for her to just concentrate on her career? Men would only distract her—especially her ex-husband.

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Jennifer Bennett, the rightful heiress to the Bennett legacy, fought hard for her family's recognition, only to be eclipsed by an impostor. Faced with false accusations, bullying, and public humiliation, Jennifer eventually gave up trying to win their approval. Vowing to rise above the injustice, she became the bane of those who wronged her. The Bennett family's efforts to break her only fueled her success, leading her to heights her rivals could only dream of. Someone asked, "Do you feel let down by your parents?" With a calm smile, Jennifer said, "It doesn't matter. In the end, power prevails."

She was hurt. She was bullied and made fun of. And the only hope that kept her going was finding her mate. She has always been weak. Weak to the world. Why? Because she was a lantern. She didn't have a wolf. That's what everyone thought about her. When she found her mate, he wanted her to be his slut and not a wife. She might be an omega, but it doesn't mean she will take disloyalty and betrayal lightly. So she did something that no one in history ever did. She rejected an Alpha. "I, Alexis Clark, reject Brandon Sterling, the alpha of Black mist pack, and consider myself a free soul until I decide so."; Were her last words before she left that torturous place and became a rogue. A rogue that everyone was fearing and finding. Why? Because she was the rogue that has become one of the biggest problems of almost all the packs in the country. She was Alexis Clark. A rogue that rejected an Alpha, stealth food, kill other rogues, and more than that was living with humans and studying with them. What will happen when her case is given to the world's most dangerous alpha, Sebastian Sinclair, who has taken it upon himself to punish this rogue. The one who hated rogues and omega to a level that was beyond understanding. Why? Because his mate was an omega, who betrayed him with a rogue before dying. How will Alexis tackle this alpha, in whose College she was studying and living under hiding for almost a year? What will Sebastian do when he finds out the new girl he had been talking to is none other than the rogue omega that he had decided to kill? "To love you with all my might was my only wish, but you were the only one who gave me endless suffering. So today, I promise myself to not fall for anyone."; A simple saying that both Alexis and Sebastian had vowed upon. Will they be able to find their love amidst all these problems?