Shadows Behind the Veil is a gripping tale of forbidden passion, dark secrets, and the pull of destiny. Wei Zhang, a young and rising force in the dangerous world of the mafia, is used to controlling everything around him-except for his feelings. When he crosses paths with Jia Liu, a brilliant and determined lawyer, their worlds collide in ways neither can predict. Jia is a woman with her own secrets, fiercely guarding a past that could destroy them both. As their attraction grows, so does the threat of the powerful forces that seek to tear them apart. Behind every whispered promise and stolen moment lies the harsh reality of a love that could either save them or bring about their undoing. In a world where trust is scarce, Shadows Behind the Veil explores the lengths two people will go for love, and the price they must pay when fate decides to intervene.
The courtroom buzzed with the energy of a dozen whispered conversations. Jia Liu sat at the plaintiff's table, her slender fingers flipping through the case file for the hundredth time. The words blurred on the page, but her mind remained sharp. This case, though minor in the grand scheme of her career, was personal. The small shop owner she represented reminded her of her late mother's resilience-fighting for dignity against impossible odds.
She exhaled, steeling herself as the opposing lawyer sauntered into the room. Her professionalism masked the nerves beneath, but her heart sank as she noticed someone seated in the gallery-an unfamiliar man with a sharp suit, a commanding presence, and the kind of confidence that came from being untouchable. His gaze bore into her, calm yet unnerving.
The trial began, but the man's presence pulled at her focus like a thread unraveling a tapestry. When the judge called for recess, Jia wasted no time leaving the room. She needed air, space to shake off the strange pull of his eyes.
Outside, the autumn wind bit at her cheeks, but it did little to calm the unease curling in her stomach. As she turned the corner of the courthouse, she nearly collided with him.
"Miss Liu," he said smoothly, his voice like silk brushing against steel.
"Who are you?" Jia asked, instinctively stepping back, her professional mask slipping slightly.
"Wei Zhang," he introduced himself, extending a hand. She didn't take it. "I've heard about you-a lawyer who doesn't shy away from standing up for the little people."
"I'm flattered," Jia replied curtly, trying to gauge his intentions. "But if you're here to discuss a case, you'll need to schedule an appointment."
He smiled, a faint curve of his lips that didn't reach his eyes. "This isn't about a case, not directly. I admire your work, Miss Liu, and I have a proposal. One that could benefit us both."
Jia crossed her arms, a mix of irritation and intrigue bubbling within her. "I don't deal with vague propositions. If you have something to say, Mr. Zhang, say it plainly."
His expression darkened, just enough to send a chill down her spine. "Very well," he said, his voice dropping. "You've caught the attention of some people who don't play by the rules you value so much. I'm here to ensure you don't become a target."
Her breath hitched. "And why would you care about my safety?"
His gaze softened, just a fraction, as if betraying something deeper than he intended. "Because sometimes, Miss Liu, even in shadows, there's a need for light. Whether you trust me or not, I'll be watching. For your sake."
Before she could respond, he turned and disappeared into the crowd, leaving her standing in the biting wind, her mind racing.
Who was Wei Zhang really, and why did her world feel suddenly smaller, as though shadows were creeping in where light had always been?
Jia didn't have time for cryptic warnings or mysterious men. Wei Zhang's words lingered in her mind, but the case she was fighting required all her attention. By the time the recess ended, she was back in the courtroom, her argument as sharp and precise as ever. The small shop owner she represented won that day, and Jia allowed herself a rare smile of triumph.
But as she stepped out of the courthouse, the weight of the day returned with an eerie realization-Wei Zhang had been right. She'd noticed strangers lingering too long at her office building, the sudden influx of phone calls that hung up when she answered. Dismissing it as paranoia wasn't an option anymore.
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In a kingdom where only men can rule, one woman dares to defy tradition and fight for the throne. Cast out, betrayed, and facing relentless opposition, she endures unimaginable hardships-but her resilience never falters. Fueled by an unshakable vision of justice and equality, she rises against centuries of oppression to prove that leadership is not bound by gender. Her journey is a fierce battle for power, a fight to shatter the chains of tradition, and a testament to the strength of a woman determined to become king. SHE MUST BE KING!
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Anabel found out she was pregnant and dialed her husband's number to share the good news to him. They have been married for two years without a child. Desmond's mother had been accusing her of being barren and unproductive. When the call was picked, she was flabbergasted and broken. She was hearing a loud moan of feminine voice. "Ohh! Yeah! Don't stop fucking me! Fuck me harder baby!" accompanied with sound of skins slapping against the other. She went home to confront her husband and end up receiving a divorce paper. Desmond divorced him for a lady his mother was rooting. Few months later when he found out that his ex-wife is a billionaire heiress and she is pregnant with twins, he went crazy!
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?"
After a painful breakup with her boyfriend of two years who coldly told her to her face that he couldn't keep dating her because she was too uptight--In a moment of anger and defiance, Anna decided to throw caution to the wind for one reckless night. She headed to the wildest club in Texas, determined to lose herself in the chaos. But fate had other plans. To her shock, she ran into her ex-boyfriend at the club. Desperate to save face, she made a split-second decision and approached a stranger, pretending he was her new boyfriend. What she never anticipated was the magnetic pull she would feel towards him or the fact that she'd end up going home with this mystery man. Soon enough, the real surprise hit her--this stranger wasn't just anyone; he was her new boss. What begins as a night of rebellion spirals into a whirlwind of forbidden attraction, societal pressure and hidden affairs. And now there are so many things at stake. Find out how this story unfolds.
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Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?