When billionaire playboy Ryder Blackwood falls for his stunning executive assistant Emilia, he must choose between his lavish lifestyle and the only woman who has ever truly understood him. As they navigate their secret affair, they must confront their own desires and fears. Will their love be strong enough to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way, or will their passion be reduced to ashes? Dive into this sultry romance to find out.
Ryder Blackwood, a 28-year-old billionaire, stood at the edge of his penthouse terrace, gazing out at the glittering Manhattan skyline. His chiseled features and piercing blue eyes seemed chiseled from the same granite as the skyscrapers he owned. His tailored suit and perfectly messy hair only added to his aura of power and sophistication.
As the CEO of Blackwood Industries, Ryder had built a business empire that rivaled the greatest in the world. His name was whispered in awe by the financial elite, and his influence extended into the highest echelons of politics and society. He had amassed a fortune, but his drive didn't stem from greed; it was a quest to prove himself, to silence the doubts of his past.
Ryder's thoughts drifted back to his humble beginnings, growing up in a struggling single-parent household. His mother, a hardworking waitress, had instilled in him a determination to succeed. He had worked tirelessly, earning scholarships and building his business from the ground up. The memory of those struggles still fueled his ambition.
As he turned back into his penthouse, his eyes landed on the exquisite Emilia Santos, his executive assistant. Her raven hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall of night, and her curves seemed to defy the laws of physics. Ryder's heart quickened as she approached him, her eyes locked on his with an intensity that made his pulse race.
"Sir, your schedule for the day," she said, her voice husky and confident.
Ryder took the proffered tablet, his fingers brushing against hers. The touch sent a jolt of electricity through him, and he felt his mask of control slipping. He cleared his throat, his voice low and commanding. "Thank you, Emilia. You're as efficient as ever."
Emilia smiled, her eyes sparkling with a hint of mischief. "That's what you pay me for, sir."
Ryder's gaze lingered on her, his mind racing with the possibilities. He had always been drawn to Emilia, but he had never acted on his desires. She was his employee, and he refused to compromise his professionalism. Yet, the tension between them was palpable, a slow-burning fire waiting to ignite.
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In the mystical realm of Aethoria, young werewolf Lyra, with her raven hair and piercing emerald eyes, stumbles upon a mysterious stranger, Kael, under the silvery glow of a full moon. An inexplicable spark ignites between them, drawing them into a forbidden romance that defies the boundaries between their species. As they navigate their growing passion, Lyra and Kael must confront the disapproval of Lyra's pack and dark forces seeking to exploit the werewolves' power. Will their love be strong enough to overcome the challenges, or will the moonlit embrace that brought them together ultimately tear them apart?
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."
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
Janice, the long-forgotten legitimate heiress, made her way back to her family, pouring her heart into winning their hearts. Yet, she had to relinquish her very identity, her academic credentials, and her creative works to her foster sister. In return for her sacrifices, she found no warmth, only deeper neglect. Resolute, Janice vowed to cut off all emotional bonds. Transformed, she now stood as a master of martial arts, adept in eight languages, an esteemed medical expert, and a celebrated designer. With newfound resolve, she declared, "From this day forward, no one in this family shall cross me."
"You're the moon wolf, Lola. You're the wolf with the power of the Moon goddess", Serena said and collective gasps were heard in the room. After being rejected by her mate in Moonlit pack, Lola escaped on a full moon only to enter the territory of the next Alpha King who also happened to be her second chance mate. Adrian is the next Alpha King but he hasn't been able to assume his role because he needed a Luna by his side. A rogue that trespassed on his territory, whom he ordered be killed turned out to be his mate leaving him in a dilemma. Will Adrian reject Lola because she came into his territory as a rogue? Will he overcome what happened to him in the past and give Lola a chance or reject her and go ahead with Fay as his chosen Luna? What will happen when everyone finds out just how much power Lola wields and how she's supposed to protect her kind in an oncoming war? Find out in Lola - The Moon Wolf!
"You're mine, little puppy," Kylan growled against my neck. A soft gasp escaped my lips as his lips brushed my skin. My mind screamed at me to push him away-the Lycan Prince who had humiliated me again and again, but my body betrayed me, leaning into him before I could stop myself. He pressed his lips against mine, and his kiss grew more aggressive, more possessive as I felt my legs weaken. What was I doing? In a split-second, I pulled away and slapped him hard across the face. Kylan's eyes darkened, but the smirk on his lips exposed his amusement. "You and I both know we can't fight this, Violet," he said, gripping my wrist. "You're my mate." "And yet you don't want me," I replied. "You told me you were ashamed of me, that l'd never be your queen, that you'd never love me. So please, accept my rejection and let me go." "Never," he whispered, his grip tightening as he pulled me closer. "Soon enough, you'll be begging for me. and when you do-I'll use you as I see fit and then I'll reject you."
Katie was forced to marry Dillan, a notorious ruffian. Her younger sister mocked her, "You're just an adopted daughter. Count your blessings for marrying him!" The world anticipated Katie's tribulations, but her married life unfurled with unexpected serenity. She even snagged a lavish mansion in a raffle! Katie jumped into Dillan's arms, credited him as her lucky charm. "No, Katie, it's you who brings me all this luck," Dillan replied. Then, one fateful day, Dillan's childhood friend came to her. "You're not worthy of him. Take this 50 million and leave him!" Katie finally grasped Dillan's true stature—the wealthiest man on the planet. That night, trembling with trepidation, she broached the subject of divorce with Dillan. However, with a domineering embrace, he told her, "I'd give you everything I have. Divorce is off the table!"