In the world of Eldoria a country on the verge of chaos, a young lady Seraphina faces the trial of destiny. By day a noblewoman but she lost her family's noble title and now she has to fight not only for her family but an entire kingdom against a tyrant. Seraphina needs to make a deal with a knight, Sir Rowan, a man, who bears the guilt of the failures of the past and is troubled by shadows. They both reveal a maze of betrayal and deception that would redefine the destiny of the kingdom. During grand balls, secret trysts, concealed love affairs, and dangers so perilous even life has never been more threatened. As Seraphina discovers the extent of the corruption, she teams up with Rowan and a cryptic soothsayer with her hidden motives to recoup lost honor and establish order in Eldora. When they fight evil forces, and stand against their inner enemies, they overcome betrayals and false façades, and all decisions are to do or die. Dragons Lair is a political drama of a knight in search of redemption and justice in a medieval fairy tale. Given this literature here, will Seraphina and Rowan stand and defeat corruption or will they be just mere players in a game they weren't even aware they were playing?
Lady Seraphina stood on the balcony's edge.
She gazed at the misty landscape of Eldora.
The morning sun filtered through the dense fog, casting a golden hue over the kingdom. Below her, the bustling city of Eldoria stirred awake.
It was unaware of the shadows that threatened its peace.
The soft creak of the door behind her interrupted Seraphina's thoughts. She turned to see her loyal servant, Alistair, approaching with a solemn expression.
"Lady Seraphina, the council is waiting," Alistair said, his voice grave.
"Thank you, Alistair," Seraphina replied, her tone steady but her eyes troubled. "I'll be right there."
As Seraphina followed Alistair through her estate's opulent halls, she felt uneasy. Serenity preceded turmoil with a treacherous façade. The grandeur of her surroundings did little to ease her growing apprehension.
In the grand hall of the council chamber, the air was thick with tension. The council members, each from a powerful noble family, sat in a semi-circle. Their faces showed impatience and unease. At the head of the table sat Lord Malvern, his gaze cold and calculating.
"Lady Seraphina, you're in time," Lord Malvern said. His voice was smooth but held a threat.
Seraphina took her seat, her posture impeccable as she met his gaze with a steely resolve. "My apologies for the delay, Lord Malvern. What news do you have for us today?"
Malvern's face fell as he replied, his body angling forward. "The King's forces have increased their patrols. It seems he's expecting something, though he won't reveal what."
Seraphina frowned, her mind racing. The King, a ruthless tyrant, had a firm grip on the throne. But he was becoming more unpredictable. She urged immediate action. "If we don't-"
"We're all aware of the stakes, Lady Seraphina," interrupted Lord Malvern. "But it's not the King we need to worry about. There are whispers of a new alliance forming in the shadows, one that could change everything."
A murmur of concern rippled through the room. Seraphina's heart skipped a beat. A new alliance could mean disaster, or it could be an opportunity. She needed more information.
"Who is behind this alliance?" she asked, her voice firm.
Malvern's eyes glinted with something that might have been amusement. "That, my dear Lady, is what we need to find out. He finished his task abruptly."
As the council meeting ended, Seraphina noticed the quiet Baroness Elara. She was a shrewd, influential noblewoman. Elara's gaze lingered on Seraphina with a knowing look before she slipped out of the room.
Later that evening, as the sky turned to shades of pink and purple, Seraphina met with Sir Rowan in the library. The knight's presence was a stark contrast to the polished elegance of the council chambers. His brooding demeanor and battle-worn attire spoke of a man who had seen much and trusted few.
"Rowan," Seraphina greeted, her voice softening as she approached him. "We need to talk."
Rowan looked up from the table where he was examining a map of the kingdom. "What's happened?"
"Seraphina explained rumors of a new alliance." "Lord Malvern has little information, but we know it's forming in secrecy. We need to uncover it before it's too late."
Rowan's eyes narrowed as he considered the implications. "If this alliance is powerful enough, it could change the balance of power. We need to be cautious."
Seraphina nodded. "Exactly. I need your help to investigate. We can't afford to wait for more information from Malvern."
Rowan stood and moved toward her, his presence commanding. "What's our first step?"
Seraphina gave him a parchment. The list named key figures who might join the alliance. "We start by questioning these individuals. Someone must know something."
Rowan seized the parchment and scrutinized its contents. "We'll need to be discreet. If word gets out that we're probing into this, it could alert those behind the alliance."
Seraphina's gaze was steady. "We'll be careful. We must take immediate action. The fate of Eldoria could hang in the balance."
As night fell, Seraphina and Rowan began their mission. The moonlit streets of the city surrounded them. Their first stop was a dark tavern at Eldoria's edge, hiding whispers and secrets.
Inside, the air was thick with smoke and the murmur of low voices. Seraphina and Rowan slipped into a corner booth. Patrons in the tavern gave them little attention.
Rowan scanned the room, his eyes sharp and alert. "We need to blend in and listen. Someone here might know something about the alliance."
Seraphina nodded, her gaze scanning the crowd. "Let's see what we can uncover."
They spent the next few hours eavesdropping and questioning the tavern's regulars. The tavern keeper, a burly man with a gruff demeanor, seemed particularly tight-lipped. Seraphina tried to chat with him. Her charm showed in her polite, probing questions.
"Good evening, good sir," she said, offering a warm smile. "This place has quite the reputation. It must be quite the hub of activity."
The tavern keeper grunted, wiping a mug with a cloth. "Aye, we get all sorts in here. But we don't gossip about the noble folk."
Seraphina's smile didn't falter. "Oh, I'm sure you hear all kinds of interesting things. Any news worth sharing?"
The man's eyes flickered with a mixture of suspicion and reluctance. "Can't say I've heard much. People come and go, but they don't always share."
Rowan, seated next to Seraphina, decided to take a different approach. He leaned forward, his tone softer. "You could help us find someone who might know more. We need someone who knows this place. They might have insights on the latest happenings."
The tavern keeper's eyes narrowed. "You're looking for trouble, aren't you? Well, there's a fellow who comes around now and then and says he's got connections. But he's a slippery one, always dodging questions."
Seraphina and Rowan exchanged a glance. This could be the lead they needed.
Their search led to a nearby warehouse. Everyone knew it for its shady dealings and secret meetings. The moonlight cast long shadows as they approached, their steps cautious.
Inside, the atmosphere was tense. A few dim lanterns provided little light. The air was thick with the scent of old wood and must. Seraphina and Rowan crouched behind a stack of crates, catching every sound.
Two figures stepped out of the darkness, their whispers faint. "The alliance is almost complete," one figure said, their voice low and urgent. "We need to finalize the details before the King moves."
"And what about the lady and the knight?" the other asked. "They're meddling where they shouldn't be."
Seraphina's heart raced. The alliance was a big threat. Their enemies knew of their probe. They had to be even more careful now.
Figures departed; Seraphina and Rowan made a hasty withdrawal. Their minds raced with the implications of what they had overheard. The alliance was more dangerous than they had imagined. Their quest to uncover its secrets had begun.
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"You were flirting with my client right in front of me, I knew you were trying to get back at me, well you won! Because I'm so mad that I'm going to punish you for it!" He pushed me inside, grabbed my lips and kissed me roughly. "There will be no time for foreplay…" ------------------------------------------------------ I never thought I could meet Carl again, at my darkest moments. “GET OUT OF MY OFFICE OR SUCK MY DICK” He screamed at me. I flushed with embarrassment, how could the gentleman I had secretly in love with for years become this grumpy? Yet still, he is hot as hell and I want him so badly. The first time I saw Carl, he was the heir of Manson Empire, and I was nobody but a little intern. He was successful and respected, yet always being caring and gentle. I was clumsy and shy, yet full of dreams and ambition. He had never laid an eye on me, but he was always the beacon lighting up my world. Until my world collapsed. So I ran.
‘Three months Leonardo Giovanni Legend, you have an ultimatum of three months to present a wife, or else you lose everything’ Grandpa Alexandra ranted at him that morning. ‘You want me to get a wife? No problem, you’ll have my marriage certificate one month from now’ he said with a confidence that surprised even him. 'Don't think you can be tricky about this, you are my only heir and you've been reckless, if you don't get married in a month, I will donate all your inheritance to charity. And don't think you can get divorced immediately after marriage, for each year you stay married, you get half of your inheritance, so you will have to be married for not less than three years without divorce to be able to get all your inheritance, the last part of the inheritance will come when you have a legitimate child from the marriage.' Meet Leonardo Giovanni a Full time playboy, trap between love and inheritance. How was he going to get a wife in 30 days? Even though he got married within 30 days, Do you think he can find true love? What happened when a complicated Contract marriage become the sweetest love story ever? Grap your popcorn now and let’s go on a mission to watch the Romantic and emotional moment that’s about to be unraveled in this amazing story.
Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."
"'You shattered my heart into a million pieces, and now you're asking me to pick them up? You crushed my trust, and now you want me to hand it back to you? I'm still finding pieces of myself in the ruins you left behind. How can I give you another chance when I'm still rebuilding myself from the last one? I'd rather drown in my tears than drown in your love." Amy Snapped at Ryan. Cheated upon by her fiancee with her step sister, heartbroken Amy Carter found herself in a club where she drank herself into a stupor, leading to a one night stand with an unknown stranger. Pregnant and chased out of the house with nowhere to go, her life went downhill. Amy left the country to avoid further humiliation, promising to do just anything to nurture the kid in her stomach. However, she came back with her twin after six years. Finally, Billionaire Redford who had been in search of her, his one next stand from years ago, saw his chance to be with her and claim his children. Will Amy agree to the rekindling and find happiness from the one night of mistake and settle for the stranger she had one night stand with? Or do you think her ex boyfriend will win her over again after betraying her with her step sister? Read and find out....
“Drive this woman out!” "Throw this woman into the sea!” When he doesn’t know Debbie Nelson’s true identity, Carlos Hilton cold-shoulders her. “Mr. Hilton, she is your wife,” Carlos’ secretary reminded him. Hearing that, Carlos gives him a cold stare and complained, “why didn’t you tell me earlier?” From then on, Carlos spoils her rotten. Little did everyone expect that they would get a divorce.
Eight years ago, she thought he was a Money Boy at the club, and accidentally had a one-night stand with him because she was framed by her stepsister. Is $100 enough to buy a Money Boy for one night? The next morning, she casually dropped $100 and ran away. Eight years later, she returned with her genius son. Little did she expect to be "deceived" into the Noblefull Group by her beloved son. Her immediate boss turned out to be Mr. $100 from eight years ago! ... "Bad girl, how dare you humiliate me eight years ago, this time you will pay the price!" "Bad girl, one billion dollars, I buy your whole life!" "I just want to be a secretary. You already have several lovers. You are not my type." "But, I only have feelings for you, only love you." However, their relationship was not smooth. Due to a property dispute, his brother deliberately caused a car accident in an attempt to kill her and their son. Due to past grievances of the previous generation, his father held deep hatred towards him and sent assassins to kill them. There were also plots and attempts on their lives orchestrated by his girlfriend. On top of that, they faced oppression from rival factions of the mafia... This is a romantic novel about a billionaire and his secretary, involving several generations of love, hatred, and complicated relationships, and also involving the mafia, revenge...
Everyone was shocked to the bones when the news of Rupert Benton's engagement broke out. It was surprising because the lucky girl was said to be a plain Jane, who grew up in the countryside and had nothing to her name. One evening, she showed up at a banquet, stunning everyone present. "Wow, she's so beautiful!" All the men drooled, and the women got so jealous. What they didn't know was that this so-called country girl was actually an heiress to a billion-dollar empire. It wasn't long before her secrets came to light one after the other. The elites couldn't stop talking about her. "Holy smokes! So, her father is the richest man in the world?" "She's also that excellent, but mysterious designer who many people adore! Who would have guessed?" Nonetheless, people thought that Rupert didn't love her. But they were in for another surprise. Rupert released a statement, silencing all the naysayers. "I'm very much in love with my beautiful fiancee. We will be getting married soon." Two questions were on everyone's minds: "Why did she hide her identity? And why was Rupert in love with her all of a sudden?"
18+, strong mature, and sexual content. Sneak peek: "W-what are you doing?" I asked, my breathing getting heavier as his warm fingers inched towards my bikini bottom. "You called me a coward earlier, remember?" He asked, his other hand wrapped around my throat and lips torturingly brushing over mine "So let's see how much you can handle if I break the boundaries." "I haven't said anything wrong," I breathed out, the collision of the heat of our bodies made the wetness between my thighs build more "Oh really?" He hooked my legs around his waist leaving me surprised I opened my mouth to say something but before any sentence could leave my mouth, sliding past my bikini bottom his fingers were there on my bare clit and the next second they thrust inside the very tight hole of mine leaving me to scream. But everything went silent as he pressed his hot lips upon mine just as I had been wanting since the first day I had ever seen him. **** I always knew the things I felt for Jacob Adriano were wrong in so many ways. He was my dad's best friend, totally out of bounds but I couldn't stop wanting him. And once in the event of my dad's destination wedding, I came across him after years...I lost every one of the boundaries I had and surely I planned to make him lose his ones too. After all Jacob Adriano, the sinfully attractive Italian was not unaware of my obsession with him. But little did know that forbidden relationships always bring havoc and demolition.....