I lived my whole life normally without even knowing the secret of my lineage. The next thing I knew, I was being dragged into a clan. The people in this clan aimed to keep an almost instinctive pack of wolves alive. They told me that I was part of this bloodline, something I could never have known because I was nothing more than a miserable orphan until they found me. I found myself at the start of a dangerous yet exhilarating journey.
That day started like any other in my life. The irritating sound of the alarm clock jolted me awake at seven in the morning. There I was, lying on the same old metal bed, staring at the familiar cracks on the ceiling of my room at the orphanage. It was the kind of place where each day felt like a repeat of the last, like an old tape playing the same monotonous song.
I got up slowly, put on my worn clothes, and headed down to the dining hall. The voices of the younger children filled the air, laughing and playing in the courtyard. I used to be like them, but now, with my 18th birthday just behind me, things were different. My time there was running out, and soon I'd have to leave. To where? I had no idea.
While I was eating breakfast, one of the caretakers called me over.
"Selene, can you go pick up the bread from the bakery?"
"Sure," I replied, taking the money she handed me. It was a simple task, something I'd done dozens of times before.
I stepped outside and felt the morning chill wrap around me. The path to the bakery was always the same. I passed the cracked sidewalks and faded storefronts, nodding at familiar faces along the way. But that day, something felt different.
As I walked, I had the unsettling feeling that I was being watched. I stopped in the middle of the sidewalk and glanced over my shoulder, but there was no one there. Just the empty street and the cold wind, making dry leaves dance in its wake. I tried to shake it off, but a shiver ran down my spine.
On my way back, carrying the bag of bread in my arms, I saw a man standing in my path. He was tall, with a stern appearance, dressed in a dark overcoat that seemed almost too heavy for him. His eyes, black as the night, were fixed on me.
"Selene?" he said, as if my name were something sacred.
I froze for a moment, clutching the bag of bread to my chest.
"Who are you? How do you know my name?" I asked, trying to sound more confident than I felt.
"There's no time for explanations here. They're coming, and you're not safe."
My heart pounded. I didn't know who he was or what he wanted, but something about the urgency in his voice made me uneasy.
"Who's coming?" I asked, my voice shaking despite my best efforts to sound defiant.
Before he could answer, a deep sound echoed through the streets: a howl. It wasn't the sound of an ordinary dog. It was primal, something that reverberated through my bones.
The man stepped forward and grabbed my arm firmly but not harshly.
"Run. Don't look back."
Something in his piercing gaze compelled me to obey. Without thinking twice, I dropped the bag of bread and started running. He guided me through narrow streets and alleyways, his steps quick and purposeful, until we finally stopped in front of an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of town.
"What's going on?" I asked, breathless, trying to make sense of why my life suddenly felt like a nightmare.
"You need to listen carefully. My name is Kael, and I'm here to protect you."
"Protect me from what?" I crossed my arms, suspicion lacing my tone.
He took a deep breath, as if carefully choosing his words.
"You're not who you think you are, Selene. You belong to an ancient bloodline, destined to protect something far greater than you can imagine."
My first instinct was to laugh, but the sound came out nervous, almost hysterical.
"You have to be joking. I'm an orphan, that's it. I don't have a bloodline or a destiny or anything close to what you're saying."
Before he could respond, something moved in the shadows. I turned my head and saw a wolf step out of the darkness. It was enormous, with thick fur and glowing yellow eyes that seemed to peer straight into my soul.
"That's... a wolf?" I whispered, my voice barely audible.
"Not just a wolf," Kael said calmly. He positioned himself between me and the animal. "He's part of what we're trying to protect."
The wolf didn't growl or attack. It simply stood there, staring at me. It was both terrifying and mesmerizing.
"Why is it looking at me like that?" I asked, trying to keep my distance.
"Because it can sense who you are," Kael replied, his gaze unwavering. "It knows what you don't yet understand about yourself."
I shook my head, taking a step back.
"No. This is crazy! I'm not any of that. I'm just... just a regular girl."
Kael sighed, as if he'd expected my reaction.
"Believe what you want, but the truth is about to reveal itself."
Before I could say anything, a new sound filled the warehouse: footsteps. Many footsteps. I turned toward the door, fear growing in my chest.
"Who's there?" I asked, but my voice was drowned out by the sound of the door being kicked open.
A group of men stormed in, all moving with an eerie, predatory grace. They didn't seem entirely human; there was something more to them, something that made every nerve in my body scream in warning.
Kael pulled a blade from inside his coat and stepped in front of me.
"Don't let them touch you," he said, not looking back at me. "No matter what happens."
And then, everything erupted into chaos.
The men lunged, and the wolf sprang from the shadows, attacking with a ferocity I had never seen before. Kael moved like he wasn't human either, taking down two men at once with swift, precise strikes. I, on the other hand, stood frozen, completely overwhelmed.
Then one of the men came for me. He reached out, his hand almost brushing against my arm. But before he could touch me, something inside me erupted. A surge of energy coursed through my body, exploding outward like a silent thunderclap. The man was thrown across the room, slamming into the wall and collapsing, unconscious.
Everything stopped. Kael, the wolf, and even the attackers all turned to stare at me.
"What... what was that?" I whispered, staring at my trembling hands.
Kael smiled, despite the chaos surrounding us.
"Welcome to your true self, Selene."
In a world where humans and werewolves coexist in secrecy, Lyra, a young woman with a mysterious past, finds herself drawn to a forbidden love. When a series of strange dreams lead her to a remote forest, she encounters a pack of wolves, led by the fierce and enigmatic alpha, Kael. Torn between her human life and an undeniable connection to Kael, Lyra soon discovers that her bloodline is entwined with the ancient history of the pack. As the full moon approaches, dark forces threaten the fragile peace between the human world and the wolves. Kael must choose between his duty as alpha and the bond he shares with Lyra-one that could change the fate of both their worlds forever. In a battle for love, loyalty, and survival, Lyra must answer the call of her heart-and the call of the alpha.
Elena always felt a strange pull toward the wilderness, a whisper in her soul every time the full moon lit up the night sky. On a fateful evening, while hiking through the dense forest near her hometown, she encounters Adrian, a mysterious stranger with piercing eyes and an aura of danger. What she doesn't know is that Adrian is no ordinary man-he's the lone guardian of an ancient wolf clan, bound to protect his kind and keep their existence hidden. As Elena and Adrian's worlds collide, an undeniable passion ignites between them. But their love comes with risks: Adrian's clan views humans as a threat, and a rival pack is hunting to claim Elena for their own dark purposes. With secrets unraveling and the full moon drawing near, Elena must decide if she can trust Adrian with her heart-and if she's willing to embrace a destiny that could forever change her life. Under the glowing light of the full moon, love and fate will be tested in ways neither imagined.
Evelyn Hart was a famous actress, adored by millions and celebrated for her talent. At the peak of her career, she gave it all up for love, setting aside her dreams to support her husband, a man who always treated her as ordinary and dispensable. Trapped in a toxic and suffocating relationship, Evelyn believed her sacrifice was an act of love-until the veil of illusion began to lift. When she finally breaks free from the chains of her past, Evelyn is determined to reclaim her life and career. On her journey to redemption, she crosses paths with Viktor Kane, a dangerous and enigmatic CEO whose polished exterior conceals deep ties to the underworld. The attraction between them is undeniable, and Viktor ignites not only passion in Evelyn but also a newfound strength to confront her fears and settle the score with the man who underestimated her.
Helena Costa is drowning in debt and desperation when her cold and enigmatic CEO, Thom Bernard, offers her a shocking solution: a marriage of convenience. For Helena, it's a chance to escape financial ruin. For Thom, it's a calculated move to protect his empire. Bound by a contract, they live as strangers in a luxurious but hollow world, each guarding their emotions. Yet, as Helena glimpses Thom's hidden vulnerability, and he's drawn to her strength, their transactional relationship begins to shift. When the truth about their marriage is exposed, and Thom's career faces ruin, Helena must decide: protect herself or stand by Thom and fight for the bond they've unexpectedly built.
Alitta had always had terrible luck in love, she had always seen her friends, family and acquaintances find their predestined partners, but it seemed that her turn would never come. Without hope, one lonely night, she threw herself into the arms of an unknown man, everything went well, but what she didn't expect was that this unimportant night would bear fruit. The pregnancy was becoming more and more apparent, the discovery that the father of her child was the alpha of her pack was a great shock. She now had a choice in her hands: give up her baby or flee with her child to face everything that was to come alone.
I dedicated my whole life to God, I was always focused on my duties and my virtue, at least until the day I met him. That wasn't a part of the great church I had known before, curiosity led me deeper into what seemed to be a dungeon, and that's where I found him. Something wicked chained up, sealed in that frightening place. His name was Amon, the evil being who had dragged me into sin, made me give myself over to him, the being who had introduced me to lust.
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"
Despite being an illegitimate daughter, Lena bore a striking resemblance to the young lady of the Evans family. Faced with their threats, she was forced to take her half-sister’s place and marry Dylan. As an act of defiance, Lena seduced Dylan night after night, until she had him completely wrapped around her finger. Using his affections to her advantage, she set out to undermine the Evans family. Over time, Dylan began to notice something odd about his beloved wife...
For as long as Emily can remember, she has wanted to overcome her shyness and explore her sexuality. Still, everything changes when she receives an invitation to visit one of the town's most prestigious BDSM clubs, DESIRE'S DEN. On the day she chose to peruse the club, she noticed three men, all dressed in suits, standing on the upper level, near the railing. Despite her limited vision, she persisted in fixating on them. Their towering statues belied the toned bodies concealed by their sharply tailored suits-or so she could tell. The hair of two of them was short and dark, and the third had light brown-possibly blond-hair that reached the shoulders. The dark, crimson background incised their figures, exuding an air of mystery and strength. They stood in stark contrast to the unfiltered, primal energy that pulsed through the club. Shocked by the desires these men aroused in her, she was disappointed to learn that they were masters seeking a slave to divide and conquer. She couldn't afford the fee, and she also realized that they were outside her league. Emily hurriedly left the club, feeling disappointed and depressed, unaware that she had also caught the group's attention. A world of wicked pleasure, three handsome men. Over the years, they have lived a life of decadence, their lavish lair serving as a stage for their most sinister desires. But despite the unending parade of willing subjects, one woman sticks out. A mysterious stranger with white porcelain skin and a killer body, a slave, a name with no address, the first lady to attract their eye and they will go to any length to obtain her no matter the consequences.
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?"
Two years ago, Ricky found himself coerced into marrying Emma to protect the woman he cherished. From Ricky's perspective, Emma was despicable, resorting to underhanded schemes to ensure their marriage. He maintained a distant and cold attitude toward her, reserving his warmth for another. Yet, Emma remained wholeheartedly dedicated to Ricky for more than ten years. As she grew weary and considered relinquishing her efforts, Ricky was seized by a sudden fear. Only when Emma's life teetered on the edge, pregnant with Ricky's child, did he recognize-the love of his life had always been Emma.
My family was on the poverty line and had no way to support me in college. I had to work part-time every day just to make ends meet and afford to get into the university. That was when I met her—the pretty girl in my class that every boy dreamt of asking out. I was well aware she was out of my league. Nevertheless, I mustered all my courage and bravely told her that I had fallen for her. To my surprise, she agreed to be my girlfriend. With the sweetest smile I had ever seen, she told me that she wanted my first gift for her to be the latest and top-of-the-line iPhone. I worked like a dog and even did my classmates’ laundry to save up. My hard work eventually paid off after a month. I finally got to buy what she wanted. But as I was wrapping my gift, I saw her in the dressing room, making out with the captain of the basketball team. She then heartlessly made fun of my inadequacy and made a fool out of me. To make things worse, the guy whom she cheated on me with even punched me in the face. Desperation washed over me, but there was nothing I could do but lie on the floor as they trampled on my feelings. But then, my father called me out of the blue, and my life turned upside down. It turned out that I was a billionaire's son.