Chosen by the CEO Emma Carter is immersed in a world of which she did not know existence. Moving from her home in Florida and settling in a new life in Texas with her grandmother's affairs are not all they seem to be. Throw two best -minded best friends and a charismatic CEO in the mixture and look at how everything is going. Emma is human but instantly feels a connection with Lucas! She doesn't understand why, but knows that something is wrong. Follow his journey and see how his life begins to change before his eyes. Lucas-arrogant, aggressive, perhaps a little asshole! This story will contain sex scenes and swear.
Chapter 1
Emma closed the door of her old car, her eyes glued to the small white house that stood in front of her. After long hours of driving from Florida, she had finally arrived in this small town in Texas, which still seemed strangely unknown to her. The hot, dry air enveloped him, so different from the familiar humidity of his native region. She breathed deeply, feeling both a thrill of excitement and a pang of uncertainty. She had promised her grandmother that she would take over the house and bring it to life, but now that she was here, the task seemed bigger than she had imagined.
She glanced at the boxes stacked in the back of the car. Inside, memories of a lifetime, objects that her grandmother had cherished and that Emma now inherited. She took the first box, the lightest, and pushed open the front door, which creaked open revealing a modest but welcoming interior. The furniture, although worn, exuded a rustic charm. She placed the box on the kitchen counter and looked around.
"Well, there you go, Emma. Welcome to your new home," she whispered to herself.
She then began to explore the place. Every corner seemed imbued with the presence of his grandmother, her memories and her love for this house. Her fingers slid gently across the polished wood of the living room table, and a nostalgic smile spread across her face as she imagined the many stories her grandmother must have told here.
As she opened a box to begin unpacking, she came across an old, yellowed envelope sitting atop the keepsakes. Intrigued, she took it and opened it delicately, her eyes settling on the neat cursive writing. The letter was dated decades ago. She read the first few lines, her heart pounding with curiosity.
"To whoever finds this letter..."
Emma frowned, scanning the next words, which seemed to be addressed to a certain "J.M.". The content remained enigmatic, evoking shared memories, whispered promises and a "great, impossible love" between her grandmother and this man from Texas. Emma felt her heart tighten. She had never heard of a lost love in her grandmother's life. Was this one of those secret stories that only old diaries and letters can reveal after years of silence?
She carefully folded the letter, holding it close to her, as if it contained a precious piece of history. This man spoken of...was he still alive? Or was he just a memory, a forgotten name in an old letter?
His attention was abruptly interrupted by voices coming from outside. She walked to the living room window and saw two people talking near the fence. One was a middle-aged woman with short, graying hair, dressed in a simple, colorful dress. Next to her, a man with an imposing build, a weathered face and a cowboy hat screwed on his head, seemed to be listening attentively. They turned their heads in the direction of the house from time to time, visibly curious about the arrival of the new neighbor.
Emma stood up, hesitant to go out and meet them. After all, she would probably come across them often, and she couldn't stay hidden forever.
She took a deep breath, quickly fixed her hair, then went out to greet them.
" Good morning ! » she said, approaching them, with a shy smile.
The woman turned around and gave him a broad smile, while the man looked at her with some curiosity.
"Well, hello, young lady! » the woman replied with a pronounced Texan accent. "You must be Mabel's granddaughter, right? We heard someone was taking over the house. »
Emma nodded, touched that her grandmother was so well known in the neighborhood. "Yes, my name is Emma. My grandmother told me a lot about this place, but this is the first time I have come here. »
"My name is Dolores, and this is my husband, Hank," the woman replied, extending her hand enthusiastically. Hank nodded in greeting, remaining silent but watching Emma's every move with a piercing gaze.
"Nice to meet you," Emma said, shaking Dolores' hand, then politely greeting Hank. "It's a little intimidating to be in a new place, but I'm looking forward to adjusting. »
"You'll love it here," Dolores enthused. "It's a peaceful place, and the neighbors are friendly. Your grandmother was a wonderful woman, you know. She loved telling stories, and she often made us apple pie... Oh, how I miss her."
Emma felt a rush of warmth upon hearing these words, imagining her grandmother chatting with Dolores, a mischievous smile on her lips. She suddenly felt closer to her, as if this community still bore her imprint.
"I miss her too," Emma admitted, her heart a little tight. "She seemed to really like it here. »
Dolores gently patted Emma on the shoulder, as if to comfort her. "You did well to come, my dear. And if you need anything, don't hesitate. Oh, and watch out for Hank, he's a little grumpy, but he has a good heart. » She gave her husband a mischievous wink.
Hank grunted in response, which made Emma smile. "That's good to know. Thank you for the welcome. »
"We're happy to have young people in the neighborhood," Dolores added with a kind smile. "And if you ever want coffee or just a chat, my door is always open. »
"Thank you, Dolores, that's very kind. »
Emma greeted them before returning home, her heart a little lighter. She almost felt at home, surrounded by such open and kind people. She knew this life change wasn't going to be easy, but she felt ready to take on the challenge.
Closing the door behind her, her gaze rested on the mysterious letter again. She was still hesitant to open it further, for fear of discovering something that would upset the image she had of her grandmother. However, the curiosity was too strong. She wanted to know more about this "J. M." and the story that seemed buried for decades.
As she was about to start reading again, her phone vibrated in her pocket. It was a message from Sarah, her best friend back in Florida.
**Sarah**: "Hey you! So, are you settled in? What's Texas like? Any sexy cowboys on the horizon? »
Emma laughed, shaking her head. Sarah hadn't changed, still ready to joke. She responded by sending him a photo of the house.
**Emma**: "For now, just a slightly dusty house and two nice neighbors. But I'll let you know if I come across an attractive cowboy ;)"
She smiled, feeling a little less alone. Then, gathering her courage, she took the letter back and decided to continue reading. The words spoke of intense love, shared feelings and broken promises. It seemed that her grandmother and this man had experienced something powerful, but for some unknown reason, they had to separate.
Emma felt her heart tighten. She wanted so much to ask her grandmother questions, to know who this man was, why they had left each other. Was he still in this town somewhere?
A feeling of intrigue mixed with a touch of melancholy. She realized how rich and complex her grandmother's life had been, filled with secrets and perhaps regrets. She sighed, gently closing the letter, determined to find out more.
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In Love with a Billionaire Irina, 18, is a young prodigy from the BloodMoon Foundation, known for training the most influential leaders in the world. Determined, she devotes her life to her studies and her ambitions, relegating romantic relationships to the background. Finding love is not a priority for her, especially when she is ready to do anything to honor her family's legacy. But what happens when she discovers that she is contractually engaged to the most ruthless billionaire on the planet, a man from a faraway land whose reputation frightens even the most powerful? **Xander Draymore**. This name alone makes investors and tycoons around the world tremble. Dangerously seductive but of legendary cruelty, he built his empire on ruins and sacrifices. Convinced that fate is playing a trick on him, he refuses to accept this arranged marriage which he considers a punishment. But why, from the first glance he exchanges with Irina, does he suddenly feel that she is different from the others? Is she a threat to his power or a key to his own secret ambitions? "Aren't you happy?" Irina dared to ask, as he stared out the window of his penthouse at the illuminated city, his face lit by the neon lights that made him almost vulnerable, a stark contrast to his reputation as a business predator. "Happy?" he replied with a cold smile, a hint of irony in his voice. "It's a concept I've never understood... and never will." Those words broke something inside her. But why does Xander seem to refuse all emotion? What wounds does he hide behind this facade of icy perfection? Will Irina be able to pierce her armor before losing her own heart in this game of ambitions and betrayals? And most importantly, what secret about their common bond could turn everything upside down?
Captive of the Merciless Billionaire Without saying that my life was flowing like a long, quiet river, I had found a comfortable routine in my small Parisian apartment. But of course, everything changed the day I crossed paths with Lucian Crowford, a real estate tycoon as enigmatic as he is ruthless. A simple misunderstanding led me to sign a pact that I did not fully understand: to live under the same roof as this terrifying man and... his equally intimidating associates. But why me? Why would an ordinary woman like me, Elise Morgan, interest a billionaire with many faces? Under his air of benefactor, Lucian hides much darker secrets. The whispers of a cursed legacy, enemies ready to do anything for his downfall, and alliances impossible to break draw me into a spiral of mysteries and dangers.
The Billionaire and the Scandalous Heiress Elisa, heiress to an empire built by her father, Alexander Dorne, a formidable tycoon with powerful and dangerous alliances, has grown up in a world governed by luxury, expectations and appearances. Her adopted brother, Nathan, once an adored model and now head of an influential agency, is her mentor, her refuge, and perhaps her only ally in a stifling life. But an unexpected tension arises between them. What was once a family bond turns into a forbidden, electric attraction that threatens to shatter the rigid codes of their family. Elisa finds herself trapped between the weight of duty, her unspoken desires, and Nathan's dark secrets, which he jealously keeps hidden. As scandalous rumors begin to circulate, enemies of the Dorne empire seek to exploit this fragility to destroy their dynasty. Why does Nathan avoid some of their powerful associates? What is he hiding in his mysterious movements? Should Elisa sacrifice her own happiness to protect the family legacy or defy her father, ready to do anything to bury the slightest scandal? The truth she will discover could well shake everything she thought she knew about her family... and about herself.
The Intrepid Luna and the Machiavellian Alpha Luna Moreau, a devoted secretary for six years, sees her world fall apart when her husband's new "personal assistant," the ruthless alpha Ethan Blackwood, shows up. Although he claims that this woman, Isabella, is only there to lighten his professional responsibilities and avoid a resounding scandal, Luna senses that something more sinister is brewing. Is Ethan really ready to sacrifice the loyalty of the one who has always been by his side to preserve his flamboyant image? But Luna is not the type to be crushed. As Isabella quickly asserts herself within the company, using charm and manipulation to destroy everything Luna has built with so much passion, the latter discovers a secret contract linking Ethan to shady business and dangerous alliances. What role does Isabella really play in this power game? Is she simply an assistant or a pawn in a larger plan? As Luna embarks on a daring investigation to unravel the threads of this machination, she realizes that Ethan is becoming more distant and enigmatic by the day. Why does he seem to be hiding unspeakable secrets? What does he really know about Isabella? And how far will he go to protect her interests? With tension rising and danger lurking, Luna will have to draw on her inner resources to counter Isabella's schemes. But with each revelation, one question remains: can she stand up to an alpha whose power could cost her everything she loves? Time is running out and every decision could have devastating consequences... What will she do if she discovers that the truth is even more disturbing than she imagines?
Elin spent twenty years deeply loving her husband, finally marrying him just as she'd always dreamed. But reality shattered her illusions—he wasn't the man she believed. Instead, he callously destroyed her family, crushing her heart beyond repair. At her lowest point, Ruben, equally betrayed that night, approached her steadily. "Marry me, Elin. I'll help you take revenge." Yet, after their wedding, she quickly discovered he was dangerously unpredictable. "I made a mistake. Let's divorce..." Ruben slid his arm possessively around her waist, whispering a chilling promise, "Only in death."
A sudden twist of fate connected Helena to a prominent and influential person. To onlookers, she appeared as a naive bimbo. In truth, she was a top-tier specialist, shrouded in layers of hidden identities. Charlie declared, “She’s quite delicate and easily hurt. Cross her, and you’re crossing me.” The elite families, outwitted by Helena's prowess, kept these truths from him. Helena eventually broke free from Charlie, sending him on a frenzied worldwide hunt. To him, she was a bird with dazzling wings, and his goal was to help her reach new heights.
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?"
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!"
Daisy is the illegitimate daughter of Mr. Hubert. His company went bankrupt, so he asked for help from Drkov's house. They agreed to help Mr. Hubert but with one condition. One of his two daughters must marry their nephew - Atlas Drkov. Atlas Drkov is a billionaire but he is disabled and uses a wheelchair. Yaretzi - daughter of Mr. Hubert's official wife - does not accept marrying a disabled man. She and her parents made a plan. They kidnapped Daisy's mother, threatened her, and forced her to marry Atlas. To save her mother, she accepted. However, after getting married, she fell in love with this man, and so did he. Difficulties start from here.
"You're a creepy bastard." His eyes smolder me and his answering grin is nothing short of beautiful. Deadly. "Yet you hunger for me. Tell me, this appetite of yours, does it always tend toward 'creepy bastards'?" **** Widower and ex-boss to the Mafia, Zefiro Della Rocca, has an unhealthy fixation on the woman nextdoor. It began as a coincidence, growing into mere curiosity, and soon, it was an itch he couldn't ignore, like a quick fix of crack for an addict. He didn't know her name, but he knew every inch of her skin, how it flushed when she climaxed, her favourite novel and that every night she contemplated suicide. He didn't want to care, despising his rapt fascination of the woman. She was in love with her abusive husband. She was married, bound by a contract to the Bratva's hitman. She was off-limits. But when Zefiro wanted something, it was with an intensity that bordered on madness. He obsessed, possessed, owned. There'd be bloodshed if he touched her, but the sight of blood always did fascinate him. * When Susanna flees from her husband, she stumbles right into the arms of her devilishly handsome neighbour with a brooding glare. He couldn't stand her, but she needed him, if she was ever going to escape her husband who now wanted her dead. Better the devil you know than the angel you don't. She should have recalled that before hopping into Zefiro's car and letting him whisk her away to Italy. Maybe then, she wouldn't have started an affair with him. He was the only man who touched her right, and the crazy man took no small pains in ensuring he would be the last.