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Alexander Stone, a billionaire tycoon in the heart of New York City, is at the top of his game. All appearances suggest that his empire cannot be shaken. Alexander's world turns upside down when his mysterious ex-wife Isabella abruptly and dramatically returns to the city. With friendship dominated by years of mutual animosity threatening to spill over even as she secretly considers a plan that might obliterate whatever life he makes for himself, Isabella is keeping something immensely sinister. While going through a hard time to be together, Alexander and Isabella find out a shocking truth that contradicts their past beliefs about each other and reveal their feelings to them. Amidst rekindling their affair, sudden occurrences happen making them doubt those they know. As they navigate through the world of rich and influential people, Alexander and Isabella face their deepest fears and yearnings in the midst of deceit and betrayal that threatens to engulf them. As the pressure increases and the peril becomes more dreadful, they will either resist the pull towards each other or listen to others' advice. At every unpredictable point in their stormy courtship, the row between love and vendetta gets fuzzy resulting in a surprising event that places the destiny of Alexander and Isabella on a tightrope. Will they ever reconcile with their histories and plan for a future as a single entity or will they always be caught up in the same issues that separated them initially? In this captivating narrative of love, greed,vengeance among the elite, only time can show how things will unfold.
Chapter 1:
The night time sky over manhattan became a canvas of typhoon clouds, lit once in a while by means of flashes of internal lightening. His expensive penthouse, Alexander Stone paced the ground, his thoughts racing with the day's commercial enterprise selections. The gentle whines of the city beneath become interrupted with the aid of a pointy, urgent knock at his door.
Alexander paused, eyebrows knitting together in confusion. He wasn't anticipating anybody. He approached the door cautiously and opened it.
A hooded discern stood before him, their face obscured by using the shadows. before Alexander may want to react, the discern thrust an old, weathered envelope into his hand and vanished into the night time.
"What the...?" Alexander muttered, searching down at the envelope. His curiosity piqued, he tore it open. internal turned into a unmarried image. He held it up to the mild, and his breath caught in his throat.
"Isabella?" he whispered. The female inside the photograph had eyes that have been unmistakable-those piercing blue eyes that had haunted his goals and recollections. but what changed into she doing on this image, and who become the hooded determine?
simply then, his telephone buzzed on the desk. He picked it up, seeing a message from his most relied on confidante, Nathan Black.
Nathan: pressing. We need to speak. Meet me on the Rose living room in 20 mins.
Alexander grabbed his coat and headed out into the stormy night. The Rose front room was a high-cease bar wherein the elite met to talk about topics they preferred to hold non-public.
while Alexander arrived, Nathan changed into already seated in a secluded sales space, a severe expression on his face.
"Nathan, what's this approximately?" Alexander requested, sliding into the booth.
Nathan leaned in, his voice low. "Alexander, I've been listening to whispers. Isabella is now back in the big apple."
Alexander's heart skipped a beat. "I simply acquired a picture of her. What does this suggest?"
Nathan sighed. "It means trouble. you know the way things ended between you . She's now not here for a reunion."
Alexander's mind flashed again to their tumultuous dating. The affection the passion and in the end the betrayal.
"What does she want?" Alexander asked, trying to maintain his voice consistent.
Nathan shook his head. "Revenge, possibly however there's extra. I've heard she's been visible with Sophia West."
Alexander's eyes widened. Sophia West became his fiercest rival inside the enterprise world. If Isabella had teamed up along with her, it can spell disaster.
"I want to discover what she's planning," Alexander said, dedication hardening his features.
Nathan nodded. "Be cautious, Alex. She's not the same woman you knew. She's modified."
As Alexander left The Rose lounge, his mind was in a whirlwind of thoughts. He had to confront Isabella, however how? And why did she return now, after all these years?
in the meantime, across town, Isabella Stone stood in her lavish condo, gazing a parcel that had just been introduced. Her hands trembled as she opened it .inside it was a photograph one that reflected the one Alexander had received and a cryptic message.
Message: The beyond cannot live buried forever.
Isabella's eyes narrowed. a person knew her secrets and techniques, and that they had been forcing her hand. She had come again to ny for a reason, and she wouldn't depart till her assignment was whole however now, it seemed, someone else turned into gambling the game as nicely.
She picked up her phone and dialed a variety of.
"Elena, it's me we've a trouble someone knows approximately Alexander and me. Meet me at the standard spot."
a few minutes later, Isabella and Elena Reyes, her dependable pal and ally, have been sitting in a dimly lit café.
"Elena, someone's onto us," Isabella said, handing her the photo and the message.
Elena's eyes widened. "Who ought to it's?"
"I don't understand, but we need to be careful. i can't let Alexander discover the fact."
Elena nodded. "We'll discern it out however Isabella, are you sure about this? you could just leave and start over."
Isabella shook her head. "No. this is something I have to do. He desires to pay for what he did."
lower back at his penthouse, Alexander started poring over the picture. His thoughts have been interrupted by the sound of the doorbell. He opened it to find a deliveryman maintaining a small bundle.
"For you, sir," the person stated, handing it over.
Alexander took the package and opened it
inside was a note.
note: Meet me at midnight important Park. by way of the fountain. -I
Alexander's heart pounded. Isabella wanted to satisfy. This was his hazard to get solutions.
As nighttime approached, Alexander made his manner to crucial Park, the metropolis eerily quiet underneath the stormy sky. He reached the fountain and waited, his eyes scanning the darkness.
A determine emerged from the shadows, and Alexander's breath caught in his throat. It turned into Isabella.
Hello, Alexander," she stated, her voice bloodless and distant.
"Isabella," he replied, his voice full of a mix of anger and longing. "Why are here?"
Isabella stepped nearer, her eyes flashing. "I assume you already know why before he should respond, the sound of footsteps echoed thru the park. Alexander turned to look a masked figure drawing close, the same one that had brought the envelope.
The determine stopped some feet away, pulling off the mask to expose a acquainted face Gabriel Stone, Alexander's lengthy-misplaced brother.
"Gabriel?" Alexander gasped. "What are you doing here?"
Gabriel's eyes have been packed with a combination of unhappiness and resolution. "i've a secret to inform you, Alexander. One with a view to trade the whole lot because the hurricane raged on, the three stood there, the air thick with tension and unanswered questions. Alexander's life changed into what it was before, and nothing would ever be the same again.
Facing every possible hardship anyone could think of; lost her mother to an accident, lost her brother to drugs and father her was in coma, she was barely living when a stranger from nowhere walked up to her and said "Consider it a partnership. You provide the façade and the public image, and in return, I offer financial security for a whole year and other financial benefits. Imagine, no more late bills, no more worry about your father's medical expenses. Your brother's education? Secured." It sounded more like a Ponzi scheme, too good to be true , Fate was never on her side so she decided to test fate and see if she was really lucky this time. "What if I said No?" she questioned But she couldn't, she was desperate for a decent life and a debt free one, she was too unlucky to be kidnapped hours after she was announced as the fiancé of the cold hearted Sebastian Steele, The heir to the Steele Group. Will she be lucky enough to escape the kidnap alive? Will she ever live a decent life?Will the Cold hearted heir warm up to the unlucky girl?
River Millbrook, a young woman forced out of a convent by her parents, finds herself entangled with the mysterious Novah Res D'Avenir, the cursed Alpha of Respawn Pack and next Duke of OrkLand in New Vimland. The story starts off with River's journey as she attends a ball meant for the Alpha to find his wife as he was cursed to never find a mate. As River and Novah grow close, River learns about Novah's mate from two centuries ago whose death is linked with Novah's curse. Andora, a kind-hearted orphan, once formed a deep connection with Novah until an incident during a blood moon resulted in her death at Novah's hands. Since then, Novah has been cursed to condemned to an eternity of longing, with mate and a raging bloodthirst every Blood Moon. River starts her quest to find a way to break Novah's curse, but when unknown forces threaten her life, she finds herself torn between backing off and trying to recover her past memories as Andora.
Here's a brief summary of the story: Title: Walking with the Devil In the dark, mystical realm of Tenebrous, twin siblings Kael and Kyra Darkhaven rule with an iron fist, wielding powerful dark magic to maintain their dominance. Their arrogance and thirst for power have led them to crush any opposition, earning them the fear and resentment of their subjects. However, their reign is disrupted by the enigmatic Azrael, a mysterious figure from their past who seeks revenge for a long-forgotten betrayal. As Azrael begins to manipulate events from the shadows, the twins find themselves facing a formidable foe who threatens to destroy everything they've built. As the story unfolds, Kael and Kyra must confront their own demons and the darkness within themselves. They will be forced to make difficult choices and form unlikely alliances to survive the coming storm. Meanwhile, Lyra, a masked figure with a hidden agenda, and Cormac, a rebel leader seeking to overthrow the twins, become entangled in the conflict, further complicating the web of intrigue and deception. Throughout the story, the lines between good and evil will be blurred, and the true nature of power, loyalty, and revenge will be put to the test. Will Kael and Kyra emerge victorious, or will their arrogance be their downfall? Can Azrael find redemption, or will their thirst for revenge consume them? In the world of Tenebrous, where darkness reigns supreme, the outcome is far from certain.
"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"
"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."
6 years ago, Lydia suffered a brutal betrayal orchestrated by her own husband and step-sister, who drugged her and framed her. In a twist of fate, she ended up having a one-night stand with a stranger. Don't even remember what he looked like. Later, in the throes of death, she discovered the truth about her mother's death all those years ago. In the blink of an eye, she lost everything. 6 years later, Lydia returned with her genius son, vowing to exact revenge on all her enemies! Little did she know, she encountered an incredibly familiar man at the airport! *** The man was briskly pushing open the door to the restroom, heading to the urinal. Even with such a mundane action, he did it with unparalleled elegance and grace. Lydia, following him in a daze, saw his fierce lower body and suddenly snapped back to reality. She let out a high-pitched scream, instinctively covering her eyes with her hands, her cheeks flushed, and stood there stiffly, unsure of what to do. Lambert furrowed his brows slightly but remained calm as he continued to relieve himself. The sound of water hitting the urinal made Lydia's face even redder. She angrily shouted, "You pervert!" Little did Lydia know that Lambert, seeing her in this state, had a flicker of recognition in his eyes. Memories from many years ago flashed through his mind, and his heart couldn't help but stir. It was her!
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."
"I'm going to tell you what I have in mind," he murmured. "First you're going to strip down until you're completely naked," he whispered against her ear. "Then I'm going to tie you up so you're completely powerless and subject to my every whim." "Mmm, sounds good so far," she murmured. "Then I'm going to insert a plug to prepare you for me. After that I'm going to spank that sweet ass of yours until it's rosy with my marks." She shivered uncontrollably, her mind exploding with the images he evoked. She let out a small whimper as he sucked the lobe of her ear into his mouth. God, she could cum with just his words. She was already aching with need. Her nipples tingled and hardened to painful points. Her clit pulsed and twitched between her legs until she clamped her thighs together to alleviate the burn. "And then I'm going to f**k your mouth. But I won't cum. Not yet. When I'm close, I'll flog you again until your ass is burning and you're on fire with the need for relief. And then I'm going to f**k that ass. I'm going to take you hard and rough, to the very limits of what you can withstand. I won't be gentle. Not tonight. I'm going to take you as roughly as you can stand. And then I'm going to cum all over your ass. Are you ready to be completely and utterly dominated?"
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?