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.
My Contract with the Alpha Eleanor "Ellie" Wainwright, a young woman from a cruel and manipulative family, is forced to marry a feared and lonely Alpha, Victor Hartfang. Born without a wolf, she is considered an anomaly in her pack, a dead weight for her family and an object of contempt for the other members. Victor, Alpha of the powerful pack of the Dark Shadows, agrees to this marriage for mysterious reasons. Aloof, icy and dominant, he treats her like an outsider. However, behind his impenetrable facade, he hides a dark secret: his past is marked by betrayals and heartbreaking choices, and his own wolf is chained by a strange evil. Plunged into a new pack where tensions and challenges multiply, Ellie must navigate a world of domination, jealousies and political intrigue. Why did Victor really agree to this union? What did he hope to get from her? And why does her wolf seem to react so violently to her presence, oscillating between rejection and an almost unbearable attraction? As their unlikely bond begins to strengthen, a greater threat emerges. A rival pack, ancient enemies, and a forgotten prophecy threaten to upset their fragile balance. Can Ellie, devoid of lupine powers, prove she is more than a weak human? Will Victor dare to reveal her secrets before they destroy them both? And most importantly, what will happen when Victor discovers that Ellie may not be as "human" as she thinks?
Married to the Alpha of the Mafia Sienna Moretti, an ordinary young woman from a former fallen family of werewolves, sees her life turned upside down when she is forced to sign a marriage contract with Dominic "Alpha" Valenti, an enigmatic billionaire, leader of a powerful pack... and ruthless head of an underground mafia network. Dominic is not a man to be refused. Known for his intimidating aura, his colossal fortune and his absolute control over his affairs (human and supernatural), he is as feared as he is admired. But behind his air of unwavering sovereign, Dominic is haunted by a curse that eats away at his wolf, making him uncontrollable and dangerous. Sienna, rejected by her own family for the absence of her wolf, is sold as a pawn in this arranged alliance between her clan and the Valenti pack. But why did Dominic choose her? Is it really for her rare blood, or is there a darker reason behind it? As she enters a world of luxury, danger, and secrets, Sienna discovers that this marriage is not only about power, but also a war of influence where mobsters, wolves, and billionaires clash. Dominic, despite his apparent control, hides a dark past and a growing obsession with Sienna that he seems unable to contain. When Dominic's enemies target Sienna, she must discover: who is the man behind the Alpha? And how far will she go to protect a man she doesn't know whether to hate or love?
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?
The day Raina gave birth should have been the happiest of her life. Instead, it became her worst nightmare. Moments after delivering their twins, Alexander shattered her heart-divorcing her and forcing her to sign away custody of their son, Liam. With nothing but betrayal and heartbreak to her name, Raina disappeared, raising their daughter, Ava, on her own.Years later, fate comes knocking when Liam falls gravely ill. Desperate to save his son, Alexander is forced to seek out the one person he once cast aside. Alexander finds himself face to face with the woman he underestimated, pleading for a second chance-not just for himself, but for their son. But Raina is no longer the same broken woman who once loved him.No longer the woman he left behind. She has carved out a new life-one built on strength, wealth, and a long-buried legacy she expected to uncover.Raina has spent years learning to live without him.The question is... Will she risk reopening old wounds to save the son she never got to love? or has Alexander lost her forever?
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.
Desperate to handle her grandmother's towering medical bills, Gianna agreed to a contract marriage with Tristan, the enigmatic man she'd once shared a one-night stand with. She assumed they'd fulfill each other's needs and dissolve the arrangement once the terms expired. Unbeknownst to Gianna, this marriage was a dream Tristan had clung to for ten relentless years. Certain she was just filling someone else's role, Gianna prepared to leave when that other woman returned. But Tristan, his eyes burning with unspoken emotion, seized her trembling hand and declared, "You’re mine. Now and always."
June Rivera was divorced by her husband after three years of marriage because he wanted to be with her sister who was pregnant for him. Kicked to the curb with a divorce and rejected by her parents,she struggles to make ends meet and get a job until she saves Luis Ambrose from an accident - the only child of Rafael Ambrose, a widowed man and the CEO of Ambrose Corporation. When little Luis asks to have her as a nanny, and Rafael's mother pressures him to get married, they draw a contract. To be Luis's nanny and his fake wife for one year in exchange for 50 million dollars!
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Janice, the long-forgotten legitimate heiress, made her way back to her family, pouring her heart into winning their hearts. Yet, she had to relinquish her very identity, her academic credentials, and her creative works to her foster sister. In return for her sacrifices, she found no warmth, only deeper neglect. Resolute, Janice vowed to cut off all emotional bonds. Transformed, she now stood as a master of martial arts, adept in eight languages, an esteemed medical expert, and a celebrated designer. With newfound resolve, she declared, "From this day forward, no one in this family shall cross me."