Rival Hearts

When Selene Alder finds her fated mate, she thinks she's finally found love and safety-until she walks in on him with her best friend. Heartbroken and betrayed, she's cast aside not only as a mate but as a bride, discarded like she was nothing. Her ex, Alaric Davenhart, is next in line to inherit a powerful werewolf legacy from his mysterious, reclusive uncle, Cassian Davenhart-a man long rumored to be gay, childless, and uninterested in the throne. What Alaric doesn't know is that Cassian and Selene crossed paths years ago... and fate has a cruel sense of humor. When Cassian unexpectedly returns to the city, fate throws Selene into his orbit again-only this time, one drunken, passionate night changes everything. She tries to leave the night behind... until two pink lines on a test turn her world upside down. Now pregnant with the true heir to the Davenhart legacy, Selene must protect her unborn child from the wrath of a jealous ex and a world that wasn't ready for her strength. As Cassian slowly uncovers the truth-about Selene, about his nephew, and about his own heart-they both realize their connection runs deeper than blood or fate. But with betrayal, inheritance wars, and dark secrets threatening everything, will love be enough to protect what truly matters?

In a world filled with darkness, danger, and hidden secrets, Becca finds herself caught in a treacherous web of deceit. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes entangled with the notorious Mafia. On the night of her engagement with her fiancé, Kai, she is forcefully kidnapped by him. Kai, knowing the deep affection Becca's father harbors for her, takes her as a bargaining chip to confront her own father. As Becca grapples with the sudden realization of her father's involvement, she is faced with a life-altering decision. In order to secure her father's safety, she must agree to a deal proposed by Kai, sacrificing her own freedom. The deal stipulates that Becca must spend 120 days under the Mafia's protection, but it comes with a dangerous catch. During this time, she must become Kai's plaything, subjecting herself to the enigmatic and alluring man who holds her fate in his hands. Despite the imminent risks, an undeniable allure draws Becca closer to the captivating yet mysterious Kai. Will Becca emerge from this harrowing experience unscathed, or will she ultimately become a prisoner to her own desires? Only time will tell as the intricate dance between love, loyalty, and survival begins.

In the bustling corporate world, where power and ambition reign, Emily Collins finds herself caught in the grip of an impossible predicament. As an efficient and dedicated employee, she has learned to navigate the challenging waters of her workplace, facing demanding deadlines and ambitious colleagues. But there is one person who makes her life especially difficult-the infuriatingly rude and condescending CEO, Logan Gregory. From the moment they crossed paths, it was clear that Logan had a penchant for making Emily's life a living hell. His sharp tongue and constant criticism became a daily routine that she couldn't escape. Yet, despite his abrasive demeanor, Emily's unwavering determination remained untouched. But everything changes when a sudden turn of events forces Emily and Logan to work closely together. Forced to collaborate on a high-stakes project, they find themselves entangled in a professional alliance that demands trust, teamwork, and the igniting of dormant emotions. As Emily delves deeper into Logan's world, she uncovers layers of complexity hidden beneath his rough exterior. Their constant clashes evolve into a fiery chemistry that both intrigues and frightens her. Burdened by the realization that she might be falling for her infuriating boss, Emily must navigate the thin line between love and professionalism, risking everything she has worked for.

Zyra had always been an outcast, despised by everyone in her pack for her parents' sacrifice. Her dear ones had died while saving a stranger who was wolfless and mateless, leaving Zyra alone and isolated. Despite her kindness and helpful nature, she was constantly bullied and enslaved by her pack mates, living in a constant state of fear and isolation. One fateful night, Zyra's life took a dramatic turn. She was discovered by Marcus, the powerful Lycan King, who saw the pain and potential in her. Taking her in, Marcus brought Zyra into his pack, where she was welcomed and loved by the pack members. Under his care, she flourished, finding a family and a home. Marcus claimed her as his mate, and she became the revered Lycan Princess. But peace was short-lived. Alpha Cade, a rival pack leader, burned with a desire for revenge. Zyra had once been part of his pack, and he saw her as rightfully his. The loss of Zyra to Marcus fueled his anger, and he vowed to get her back, no matter the cost. As tensions between the packs simmered, Zyra found herself caught between her past and her present, with her heart and loyalty divided. The threat of Cade's vengeance loomed over her new life, and the battle for her freedom and her heart was about to begin.

"You need to get a lady pregnant!!" Aurelio Dad's loud voice rang in his head and he slowly put down the magazine he had used to cover his face giving his dad a questioning look. "Dad... excuse me?" he replied clearly shocked by his dad words. "you should know by now that your grandpa doesn't want things to end in a generation, he likes his things ongoing from generations to generations and in this case you're demanding for power.. that is what you need to get it from the both of us" His father replied leaving him shocked again. "Since when did the both of you start this.. off course getting a lady pregnant isn't bad or hard, I can" Aurelio replied with an appealing look. His dad scoffed at his reply, his facial expression showed he was ready. "This is not just to get a random lady pregnant, a lady that you'd raise your child with!, a Lady you'd be sure you can leave with!" he demanded as Aurelio rolled his eyes, he was wide-eyed "Seriously all these Dad? just because of what!!" Aurelio groaned aloud throwing the magazine in his hands away. "No more words, your grandpa and I already agreed to it" His dad said before he left his room. **** Aurelio Bertram, a 24 years old handsome billionaire, Grandson of a mob boss and the son of a highly recognized business man in the City, and for Aurelio..he is the combination of both but was temporarily nothing. His family happened to be one of the most feared and respected family in the city. Just when he had thought of taking his revenge on one of his childhood rival and an enemy to his family, and to go for one of a huge party event, his dad and Grandpa weren't ready to allow him but since he was of age to take over their family business, he put a condition that Aurelio must get a Lady that'd get him a child to be a heir to him but it didn't go as expected. Aurelio Bertram is known as a Man whore in his family and he thought it'd be easy to fulfill his task but no, this time no single Lady got pregnant after weeks and months until he met, Erica James, A middle class hotel waitress, she's simple, has a very good body shape that'd make men drool over her. Her parents left her since highschool since she didn't further her educations for her own reasons, they believed nothing good would come out of her. But then after one night Aurelio spent with her, she became pregnant and thought of running away with the pregnancy out of shame but how would she run away with the All powerful Aurelio Bertram's Child...?? A child that would be his heir?!... "Even in the woods I'd find you Babycakes, from now on know you belong to me and all that has to do with you and my baby" Aurelio said to her ears sending shivers all over her.

On her wedding day, Khloe’s sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didn’t commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrik’s cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.

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?

Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.

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."

When Zora was sick during the early days of her pregnancy, Ezrah was with his first love, Piper. When Zora got into an accident and called Ezrah, he said he was busy, when in actual fact, he was buying shoes for Piper. Zora lost her baby because of the accident, and throughout her stay at the hospital, Ezrah never showed up. She already knew that he didn't love her, but that was the last straw for the camel's back, and her fragile heart could not take it anymore. When Ezrah arrived home a few days after Zora was discharged from the hospital, he no longer met the woman who always greeted him with a smile and cared for him. Zora stood at the top of the stairs and yelled with a cold expression, "Good news, Ezrah! Our baby died in a car accident. There is nothing between us anymore, so let's get a divorce." The man who claimed not to have any feelings for Zora, being cold and distant towards her, and having asked her for a divorce twice, instantly panicked.

Kaelyn devoted three years tending to her husband after a terrible accident. But once he was fully recovered, he cast her aside and brought his first love back from abroad. Devastated, Kaelyn decided on a divorce as people mocked her for being discarded. She went on to reinvent herself, becoming a highly sought-after doctor, a champion racer, and an internationally renowned architectural designer. Even then, the traitors sneered in disdain, believing Kaelyn would never find someone. But then the ex-husband’s uncle, a powerful warlord, returned with his army to ask for Kaelyn’s hand in marriage.