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Ava Bianchi was divorced by Ryder, a magnetic entrepreneur, who hides more than just a business secrets. Ryder got into a contract marriage with Sophia when accident took her to an unknown hospital. He was unconscious when Sophia a Gold-digger who goes about hacking people and their business in the name of a contract marriage forced Ryder to sign a contract with her. Together, they are thrust into a deadly game of deception, blackmail, and betrayal, where every step closer to the truth puts them in greater danger. When Ava thought she had won, Sophia re-appeared with a pregnancy test. Who'll win this saga of lies and deceit? Their most ruthless adversaries? Victoria, a cunning CEO with a chilling agenda, and Julian, Ryder's enigmatic brother, whose loyalty may not lie where it seems. As the walls close in, Ava and Ryder are forced to confront not only their enemies, but the shocking secrets that bind their families-and threaten to tear them apart. With the lines between love and betrayal blurring, Ava must decide: Can she trust Ryder enough to face their enemies together, or will his secrets be the very thing that destroys them both? In a world where power corrupts and nothing is as it seems, their only hope for redemption is each other. But will love be enough to survive the storm closing in?
"The Divorce Papers"
Ava
Ava stormed out of the lawyer's office, her stilettos clicking on the marble floor. Five years of marriage, and it had come to this. She couldn't believe Ryder wanted a divorce.
They had built an empire together, Bianchi Enterprises, a conglomerate of luxury hotels and resorts. The memory of their sweet romance, lavish wedding, and countless business triumphs now seemed like a distant dream.
As she walked to her black sedan, Ava's assistant, Rachel, approached her with a sympathetic expression.
"Ava, I'm so sorry. What did the lawyer say?" He asked.
"The usual," Ava replied, her voice tight. "Ryder's willing to give me half of everything, but I have to sign over my shares of the company." Ava's eyes flashed with determination.
"I won't let him take everything away from me. I'll fight for what's mine." Rachel nodded vigorously.
"You deserve so much better than this, Ava. We'll get through this together."
Back in her office, Ava began strategizing. She pulled out files, reviewing financial reports and making calls to loyal allies.
Her business partner and friend, Marcus, answered on the first ring.
"Ava, what's going on?" Marcus asked, concern etching his voice.
"Ryder's trying to push me out," Ava said, her tone even. "But I won't go down without a fight."
Marcus's tone turned resolute. "We'll stand by you, Ava. We've built something incredible together."
As the sun set, Ava felt a sense of resolve. She would not let Ryder undermine her contributions to Bianchi Enterprises.
Ava arrived at the luxurious Bianchi Estate, ready to confront Ryder. She found him in the study, sipping scotch.
His blue eyes met hers, devoid of emotion.
"You're really going through with this, aren't you?" Ava accused, her voice steady.
Ryder shrugged. "It's for the best, Ava. We've grown apart."
Ava's anger boiled over. "You're just trying to get rid of me so you can marry that–"
The doorbell interrupted her. Ryder's personal assistant, James, entered with a hesitant expression. "Sir, there's someone here to see you." She said.
Ryder raised an eyebrow. "Who is it?"
James hesitated. "It's...your wife."
Ava's confusion mirrored Ryder's. "What do you mean?" Ryder asked, his tone laced with unease.
James stepped aside, revealing a stunning woman with green eyes. "Hi, Ryder. I'm your wife, Sophia."
Ava's world crashed around her. What is happening? Ryder and Sophia exchanged a tender kisses, and Ava felt a chill run down her spine.
"Who are you?" Ava demanded, trying to keep her composure.
Sophia smiled sweetly. "Ryder and I got married in Vegas six years ago. I'm his real wife."
Ava's mind reeled. Was this some kind of sick joke? She thought she was Ryder's wife, but it seemed she was just a pawn in a much larger game.
Ryder stood, his expression unreadable. "Ava, I can explain–"
"Explain?"
Ava's laughter bordered on hysteria. "You're married to someone else? Someone I've never even heard of?" Sophia stepped forward, her eyes locked on Ava.
"I know this comes as a shock, but I've been patient. Ryder promised me he'd end things with you amicably."
Ava's eyes narrowed. "You're not just some gold-digger, are you? There's more to this story."
Sophia's smile faltered for a moment before she regained her composure. "Let's just say Ryder and I have a complicated history."
As Ava's anger reached a boiling point, Ryder intervened. "Ava, let's discuss this calmly."
But Ava was beyond reason. She turned on her heel and stormed out of the estate, leaving Ryder and Sophia behind.
Ava couldn't shake off the feeling of betrayal as she drove away from the Bianchi Estate. Ryder's words echoed in her mind: "I can explain." But how could he explain having a secret wife?
Back in her office, Ava began digging into Ryder's past. She needed answers. Rachel helped her gather information, scouring the internet and contacting old acquaintances.
As the hours passed, Ava's frustration grew. There was no record of Ryder's marriage to Sophia. No social media mentions, no news articles, nothing.
Just as Ava was about to give up, Rachel walked in with a concerned expression.
"Ava, I found something."
When they were kids, Derek saved Norah's life. Years later, after Derek ended up in a vegetative state from a car crash, Norah married him without a second thought and even used her medical knowledge to heal him. For two years, Norah was devoted, seeking his affection and looking to settle her life-saving debt. But when Derek's first love returned, Norah, faced with divorce, didn't hesitate to sign. Despite being labeled as forsaken, few knew of her true talents. She was a race car driver, a famed designer, a genius hacker, and a renowned doctor. Regretting his decision, Derek begged for her forgiveness. Just then, a charming CEO intervened, embracing Norah and declaring, "Back off! She's my wife!" Taken aback, Norah blurted out, "What did you say?"
Warning! Mature Contents! ***Excerpt*** "You belong to me, Sheila. I alone am capable of making you feel this way. Your moans and body belong to me. Your soul and your body are all mine!" *** Alpha Killian Reid, the most dreaded Alpha in all of the North, wealthy, powerful and widely feared in the supernatural world, was the envy of all other packs. He was thought to have it all... power, fame, wealth and favour from the moon goddess, little was it known to his rivals that he has been under a curse, which has been kept a secret for so many years, and only the one with the gift of the moon goddess can lift the curse. Sheila, the daughter of Alpha Lucius who was an arch enemy to Killian, had grown up with so much hatred, detest and maltreatment from her father. She was the fated mate to Alpha Killian. He refused to reject her, yet he loathed her and treated her poorly, because he was in love with another woman, Thea. But one of these two women was the cure to his curse, while the other was an enemy within. How would he find out? Let's find out in this heart racing piece, filled with suspense, steamy romance and betrayal.
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?
Rumors claimed that Fernanda, newly back with her family, was nothing more than a violent country bumpkin. Fernanda just flashed a casual, dismissive grin in response. Another rumor suggested that the usually rational Cristian had lost all sense, madly in love with Fernanda. This frustrated her. She could tolerate gossip about herself, but slander against her beloved crossed the line! Gradually, as Fernanda's multiple identities as a celebrated designer, a savvy gamer, an acclaimed painter, and a successful business magnate came to light, everyone realized they were the ones who had been fooled.
My name is Katia, and I am just trying to survive until my fated mate arrives. Which may be easier said than done. Rejectection is the last straw. Whispering my acceptance of his rejection. I run through the pack house, out across the manicured lawn into the forest. "I'm sorry, my sweet girl," I say to my wolf. I'm sorry you have been stuck with me and have had to suffer everything I have. She whispers," it's not your fault, Katia. We came to a cliff with a waterfall. The hurt keeps pounding at me. I need it to stop. My sweet girl, and I just want peace, I keep running and leap off the cliff. Spreading my arms wide, with tears streaming down my face, I fall, not making a sound, waiting for sweet oblivion where we feel nothing ever again. "I love you, my sweet girl! Until we meet again, "My wolf replied just before we hit the water, "I love you too, Katia. I have never regretted a moment with you." The Snow Moon pack is having their last barbecue of the summer next to the waterfall on their land. The adults are laughing and joking while watching the pups play. The alpha, beta, and gamma are swimming with some of the older children and playing a game of Marco Polo. Someone yells, "Oh my goddess, someone just jumped over the waterfall!" Everyone is frozen as they watch what looks to be a child falling arms spread wide, no one makes a sound. The small body hits the water like a plane crashing into the side of a mountain. The alpha, beta, and gamma, spring into action, swimming towards the area the person went under. The alpha is screaming his wolf is going crazy repeating, "Find her. Find her...find her!" They dive and the beta surfaces with a small person in his arms. Alpha takes the girl from his beta, laying her on the ground. The men are shocked by what they see. She is covered in scars and injuries. Her body is twisted and broken. The Beta asks, "Who could have done this to someone so defenseless?" Alpha drops to his knees, repeating, "MATE...MATE...MATE!"
For three years, Shane and Yvonne were wed, sharing heated nights, while his devotion clung to his ex. Yvonne strove to be a dutiful wife, yet their marriage felt hollow, built on desire rather than real warmth. All changed when she became pregnant, only for Shane to thrust her onto the operating table, warning, “Either you or the baby survives!” Broken by his cruelty, she vanished in grief and later returned, radiantly accomplished, leaving everyone awestruck. Haunted by remorse, Shane begged for another chance, but Yvonne only smiled and replied, “I’m sorry, men no longer interest me.”