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Kate Patterson lost everything in her marriage to billionaire mogul Alvin Reagan including a son she never got to see and she was back to take everything from him . She didn't mind colliding with his nemesis to get it. But everything changed when her so called husband wanted her back. " What for? Why give a woman that wants your downfall flowers? "She asked while staring at him. " Isn't it obvious?" He whispered closing the space between them as Kate furrowed her brows in dissatisfaction. " Because she's the one after my heart. She'd shoot me and I'll still love her" he tells her stroking her hair. After everything he had put her through, does he deserve her? Unfold the misery as Alvin Reagan goes all out to make things right. NB: though the book stand on its own. It's better to read the other book named ' cruel Passion' for a better understanding of the story.
A little boy clung hands with a woman as they strolled to the amusement park then he suddenly stopped. The woman halts to detect the reason they were stopping and discovered he was immersed in staring at a child playing with his mother and frowned.
" Quinn, what's the matter? " The little boy's gaze didn't waver as it lingered on them a little longer then yanked her hands off him and walked away.
Cynthia gritted her teeth then chased after him knowing his importance in Alvin's life " Quinn!!" She kept calling which had him on his heels running off but didn't go far after all he was just a kid.
" Got yah" she boomed then grabbed him , passing him hard glare.
" I want to go home to my Dad" he demanded yanking her hands off him.
" Your dad is on his way. Be a good boy and behave" she said impatiently.
Quinn sighed looking into the distance and noticed a silhouette of a man exiting the car who looked like Colton. He looked further and smiled realizing it was him as he opened the car door for his dad.
His eyes lit up as he saw his father Stepped down from the car in a grey suit and ran to him leaving Cynthia in shock which turned to a wide grin as she saw the gorgeous man in front of her. Alvin bent down to pick him up and smiled rearranging his expensive suit.
" How is my boy doing?" He scoffed then rest his head on his shoulder and replied.
" Bored. It's good you're here now" he said as fluently as he could to make sure he hears him as he wasn't that fluent in speaking yet.
" That's not true. The playground is this way" Cynthia announced catching her breath then reached for him but he held his Dad tightly.
" Let's go son" he chuckled striding ahead of her.
Quinn's eyes lingered on the crowd as most kids were with their mom. None knew Cynthia wasn't his mother except them. Alvin noticed his lingering eyes and frowned crouching by his side.
" Wanna take a ride?" He asked as Quinn nods " c'mon boy I got you"
" Dad?" He called as Alvin veered around to hear him out.
" Did mom really leave?" He furrowed his brows but replied nevertheless.
" Yes, son. I told you not to mention her" his eyes fell. His heart still breaks whenever he thinks of her betrayal.
" I'm sorry Dad" Alvin sighed, picked him up then took him to an ice cream stand.
It has been almost four years since Kate left. He couldn't move on though he kept deceiving himself that he has but life goes on as he focused his attention on Quinn. Knowing his son needed a mother figure, Cynthia had volunteered to help out hoping to rekindle their love but again she had a rival Naomi: who had a better relationship with Quinn than she does.
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The managers and staff of Simon resort amassed in the compound to welcome the CEO. A lady in a white bodycon jumpsuit stepped out of the car with black curly short hair in six inches stiletto heels. Everyone gave their best smiles which she didn't acknowledge.
" Welcome Miss Patterson," the manager said, as a matter of fact, she just hummed and strode in.
You can't blame her she has been through hell in the same city. The memory of her last encounter there had her in duress. No, she wasn't happy to be back though she had a motive, to make her husband Alvin Reagan pay and divorce him. She hated the fact that she was still his wife after three years. It'll be a turbulent ride in getting a divorce but she was determined to have it. That damned bastard.
The door to the event hall was pushed open revealing an exclusive decorations with over a thousand seats and tables. She walked around the hall in satisfaction.
" I want to plan the event myself and I'll like to see the chefs in person"she told the hotel manager with a serious tone.
" Yes ,Miss Patterson" The manager replied as she was told to be called. So, everyone addressed her so.
" Let's go the main hotel. There's much to find out" the manager stated directing her to the exit with his right hand outstretched.
Audrey Zachary's life has been shaped by loss and survival. After her father's death and her mother's coma, Audrey's world spirals further when she's kidnapped and forced into a brothel. Escaping with her friends, she assumes a new identity and spends her days constantly on the move, trying to stay one step ahead of her past. While managing a hotel in a new town, Audrey meets Lucas Hamilton , a wealthy man with a cold reputation and a deep mistrust of women. Despite her guarded heart, she's drawn to him and against her better judgment, their connection deepens and she falls madly in love with him. But Lucas has his own demons. Driven by a personal vendetta, he's hunting someone from his past. As secrets unfold and old wounds resurface, their bond is tested by betrayal, heartbreak, and revelations that threaten to destroy them both. Will Audrey's love for Lucas be enough to overcome her past?
"Testify against them and I'll grant you the sweetest revenge you have ever had" he offers and I narrow my eyes at him wondering if I can trust him. Callian has proven to me that he doesn't care about words . To him , they're just mere words. " Then you'll let me live?" He stands up From the bed and towers over me then he lean so I can look into his eyes. " You're alive aren't you? I give you my word " I hold his gaze for the longest of time and then I swallow the lump in my throat as my eyes are on his lips now. The lips that I have kissed and nibbled on. " As for the king, I'm killing him. I'll like to see them stop me . Your choice Nica or should I call you Nicki" he looks calm for someone that was deceived. I don't trust this alluring man but I have no choice. I need him if I'm going to get my revenge. " Yes, please. When do we start?" I ask impatiently practically begging. They're going to pay . He grins, walks around me and then he's walking out of my cell. I'm sure he's enjoying this. *"******** Monica Beaumont is the twin of Luna Anika of the celestial moon Pack who was sold out by her father when she was ten to an elite who trained her to become a weapon not just an ordinary weapon. One of the deadliest supernatural assassin. She was until she received an order to kill Callian Sinclair the most ruthless alpha in the supernatural world. What better way than to impersonate her twin sister unknown to her of the danger and mischief involved. Callian Sinclair is the most dangerous alpha with hectares of land than the King of werewolves, because he had conquered many land. He became on the death list in the supernatural world. He was no fool yet he was fooled by the twin. With the mate bond and all, how is this possible? Will Monica succeed? How do you think Callian will react when he finds out that she's not his Luna?
"Love is blind!" Lucinda abandoned her beautiful and comfortable life because of a man. She married him and slaved off for him for three long years. One day, the scales finally fell off her eyes. She realized that all her efforts were in vain. Her husband, Nathaniel still treated her like shit. All he cared about was his lover. "Enough is enough! I quit wasting my years with an ungrateful man!" Lucinda's heart was shattered into many pieces, but she summoned up the courage to ask for a divorce. The news caused a stir online! A filthy rich young woman recently got divorced? She was a good catch! Countless CEOs and handsome young men immediately swarmed to her like bees to honey! Nathaniel couldn't take it anymore. He held a press conference and begged with teary eyes, "I love you, Lucinda. I can't live without you. Please come back to me." Would Lucinda give him a second chance? Read to find out!
Charlee was left at the altar and became a laughingstock. She tried to keep her head high, but ultimately lost it when she received a sex tape of her fiance and her half-sister. Devastated, she ended up spending a wild night with a hot stranger. It was supposed to be one-time thing, but he kept popping up, helping her with projects and revenge, all while flirting with her constantly. Charlee soon realized that it was nice having him around, until her ex suddenly appeared at her door, begging for another chance. Her tycoon lover asked, “Who will you choose? Think carefully before you answer.”
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.
In order to fulfill her grandfather's last wish, Stella entered into a hasty marriage with an ordinary man she had never met before. However, even after becoming husband and wife on paper, they each led separate lives, barely crossing paths. A year later, Stella returned to Seamarsh City, hoping to finally meet her mysterious husband. To her astonishment, he sent her a text message, unexpectedly pleading for a divorce without ever having met her in person. Gritting her teeth, Stella replied, "So be it. Let’s get a divorce!" Following that, Stella made a bold move and joined the Prosperity Group, where she became a public relations officer that worked directly for the company’s CEO, Matthew. The handsome and enigmatic CEO was already bound in matrimony, and was known to be unwaveringly devoted to his wife in private. Unbeknownst to Stella, her mysterious husband was actually her boss, in his alternate identity! Determined to focus on her career, Stella deliberately kept her distance from the CEO, although she couldn't help but notice his deliberate attempts to get close to her. As time went on, her elusive husband had a change of heart. He suddenly refused to proceed with the divorce. When would his alternate identity be uncovered? Amidst a tumultuous blend of deception and profound love, what destiny awaited them?
"Ahh!" She was in a moaning mess. She did not want to feel anything for this man. She hated him. His hands began to move all over her body. She gasped when he pulled down the back chain of her dress. The chain stopped at her lower waist, so when he zipped it off, her upper back and waist were exposed. "D-Don't touch m-ummm!" His fingers rolled around her bare back, and she pressed her head against the pillow. His touches were giving her goosebumps all over her body. With a deep angry voice, he whispered in her ear, "I am going to make you forget his touches, kisses, and everything. Every time you touch another man, you will only think of me." - - - Ava Adler was a nerdy omega. People bullied her because they thought she was ugly and unattractive. But Ava secretly loved the bad boy, Ian Dawson. He was the future Alpha of the Mystic Shadow Pack. However, he doesn't give a damn about rules and laws, as he only likes to play around with girls. Ava was unaware of Ian's arrogance until her fate intertwined with his. He neglected her and hurt her deeply. What would happen when Ava turned out to be a beautiful girl who could win over any boy, and Ian looked back and regretted his decisions? What if she had a secret identity that she had yet to discover? What if the tables turned and Ian begged her not to leave him?
It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”