My life, although filled with small pleasures, was far from being that of a fairy tale heroine. In my modest apartment in Lyon, I lived a quiet routine, until the day I crossed paths with Bill Aldridge, an alpha as seductive as he was inaccessible. Everything changed when, through an unfortunate misunderstanding, I signed a mysterious contract without really understanding the implications: living with this charismatic man and his associates with excessive ambitions. But why would I, Jenny Dubois, a simple librarian, attract the attention of an alpha who seems to have the world at his feet? Beneath his charming smile lie unspeakable secrets. What is Bill really hiding? A cursed heritage? Rivals ready to do anything to eliminate him? And who are these shadows that prowl around him, always on the lookout? As I find myself drawn into a world where danger and desire intertwine, I can't help but wonder: can I really trust him? What price must I pay to discover the truth about this man who could be both my savior and my downfall? What if this is all a cruel game played by Bill himself? Am I becoming a piece on his chessboard, or could I turn the tables on him to my advantage?
The library was one of those places where Jenny felt perfectly safe, as if the outside world didn't exist. His days unfolded in a simple, almost predictable rhythm: the smell of old paper, the soft crackle of turning pages, and the absolute calm of his colleagues and visitors. Lyon, with its cobbled streets and gray skies, had always seemed like a peaceful cocoon to her. She would never have imagined that a simple literary event would turn everything upside down.
That morning, she had prepared carefully. She hesitated for a while about what to wear, but in the end she opted for a simple, black dress, which she often wore when she wanted to blend into the crowd without attracting attention. Literary events weren't really her playground. But when her colleague Alice told her about a best-selling author, Bill Aldridge , who was coming to give a talk, Jenny saw the perfect opportunity. to escape a little from your routine.
The hotel building where the event was held was imposing, one that seemed to come from a bygone era, but where opulence was still relevant. The large room was filled with voices, discreet laughter, murmurs of excitement. Jenny felt a little out of place in this world of pretentious literary world. She wasn't a writer, she wasn't a celebrity, she was just a librarian.
As she walked towards the conference room, a warm voice startled her.
"You seem a little lost, miss. »
Jenny looked up, her heart beating harder than it should. A tall man with a magnetic presence stood before her. His features were marked, hard but attractive, and his intense blue gaze seemed to probe every corner of his being. Bill Aldridge . The famous author. But it was much more than that. He was an Alpha, a man whose reputation far surpassed his career as a writer. She had seen a photo of him in the newspapers, but nothing prepared her for the reality of his stature. He was imposing. Charismatic. And somehow, he gave off an unmistakable aura of power.
Jenny struggled to find her words. "I...I'm a little late. I was just looking for my seat. »
He gave her a smile, the one that seemed to warm the entire room, and with a simple wave of his hand, invited her to follow him.
"Let me accompany you, then. »
She didn't know why, but she followed his invitation without question. His legs seemed to move on their own, as if hypnotized by this strange aura that emanated from him. They crossed the room, and Bill, while speaking to her in a seemingly casual manner, managed to attract the attention of several guests to them. Jenny felt a pang of discomfort. It wasn't usual for her to be the center of attention.
They arrived at a small table off to the side, and Bill pointed to the chair in front of him.
"You seem far out of your element, Jenny. It's rare to see a librarian among this kind of crowd. »
Surprised that he knew her name, Jenny raised an eyebrow. "How do you know my name? »
"I'm a keen observer. » He added, laughing softly, "I notice interesting people. »
Jenny suddenly felt caught in a whirlwind of questions, of emotions that she couldn't define. She was just a simple librarian, after all. Why would Bill Aldridge be interested in her?
"You don't have to worry," he said, looking at her intently. "I never have fun judging people. You seem like a curious person, and I find that interesting. »
The conversation began around books, his latest publications, but quickly, Jenny realized that he was talking more about himself than his works. He exuded an undeniable, almost magnetic charisma, which pushed her to follow him in his words. She tried to stay focused on what he was saying, but something about him, a certain silent power, disturbed her.
The conference began, but Bill seemed in no hurry to let her go. As they met in a more intimate room after the event, he spoke to her about his business, his plans. Jenny was beginning to understand that he was more than just a successful author. He had an empire behind him, complex businesses that he managed with absolute mastery.
"I'd like you to join my team, Jenny. You have an inquisitive mind, and I think you would be very useful in my organization. »
She looked at him, confused, not really understanding what he was implying. "But I...I'm a librarian. I don't see how I could be of any use to you. »
He stared at her intently, as if weighing each word before saying it.
"I'm not offering you a librarian position. You will be a strategic asset in my team. » He handed her a sheet of paper. "This contract stipulates our collaboration. You will work with me, with my associates. I'm sure you'll find it... enriching. »
Jenny took the paper, still lost in this conversation. She let her eyes wander over the written words, but before she could really understand what they were, Bill insisted:
"You have nothing to fear. This contract guarantees you numerous advantages. You will have the opportunity to discover another world. A world where your talents will be recognized. The opportunity is rare, and I know you will seize this chance. »
Jenny felt a strange pressure settle on her. She was not used to such proposals. Everything in her screamed that there was something suspicious in this story. But at the same time, she felt the irresistible need to take this risk, to get out of her dull routine.
In an impulsive impulse, she signed. A quick act, without thinking. What she didn't yet know was that by signing this contract, she had just entered a universe where ambiguity, power and seduction reigned supreme. A world where she would be pushed to ask herself, at every moment, if she had made the right decision.
A few seconds later, Bill stood up, his smile beaming with satisfaction.
"Welcome to the world Aldridge , Jenny. You won't regret it. »
But as he walked towards the door, Jenny felt a cold chill. A presentiment that she couldn't shake, like a shadow growing behind her. What exactly had she just signed?
For three years, Althea lived in the shadow of an arranged marriage with Damian Crowe, a billionaire as ruthless as they are insistent, known for his dark things and his absolute control over the elite. This marriage, designed by their families to unite two dynasties by the decline, quickly turned into a nightmare. Ignored by Damian, and closely monitored by his allies, Althea has discovered a world of unavowable secrets and questionable transactions. One night, she comes across compromising information that could ruin Damian and her whole family. Realizing that she is only a pawn in their game, she disappears without warning, leaving behind an empire in danger and a man plagued by her own demons. When Althea resurfaces three years later, she was unrecognizable: independent, formidable and armed with a infallible strategy to undermine the power of Damian. In parallel, it becomes the target of the rivals of the latter, who see in it the key to destroy the reign of the Crowe. But Damian did not say his last word. Torn between his desire to reconquer and the fear of the truths that Althea could reveal, he embarks on a battle where love and destruction are intertwined. Does Althea play a vengeance game, or is it about to overthrow a world that she has sworn to never suffer?
Lea, an orphan since she was thirteen, was raised by her charismatic guardian, Gabriel, a man of dazzling success and a reputation as an alpha in the business world. As her eighteenth birthday approaches, Lea surprises a disturbing scene: Gabriel embraces a mysterious-looking assistant in the private office where she has always believed that trust reigned. This unexpected moment awakens in her a storm of feelings: admiration, anger, and a burning fascination for this man who has always been her protector. Determined to turn the situation around, Lea concocts a daring plan to seduce Gabriel. But as she approaches him with newfound confidence, the guardian struggles between his responsibilities and a desire he thought repressed. What is Gabriel really hiding behind his self-confident appearance? Can he resist the growing attraction to this young woman who is no longer the child he raised? Events take a dramatic turn when Lea discovers a shocking secret about Gabriel's past-a secret that could destroy everything between them. Will she be able to handle the consequences of what she's discovered? Is their relationship doomed to be a dangerous game, or could it turn into something even deeper? As tensions rise and passions flare, Lea must face heartbreaking choices: sacrifice her heart to protect the one she loves, or dive headfirst into this forbidden romance, no matter the risk?
Natalie Carter is the daughter of Charles Carter, a powerful real estate tycoon known for his colossal financial empire. She left her family home to live among ordinary people after a humiliating rejection from her fiancé, an influential man she thought was her soul mate. Her escape caused a scandal, bringing shame on her family. Three years later, Natalie leads a discreet life in Manhattan. She lives in a modest apartment in a picturesque neighborhood and works as an executive assistant in a small advertising agency. She is in a relationship with a simple and unremarkable man. All seems peaceful until her neighbor mysteriously disappears. This disappearance is followed by a series of disturbing events, including murders linked to influential figures in high society. Her mother, Elizabeth Carter, contacts her to alert her of an imminent danger linked to their past. Driven by circumstances, Natalie crosses paths with her former fiancé, Alexander Drake, an enigmatic and ruthless billionaire. Faced with plots, betrayals, and shocking revelations, Natalie finds herself forced to return to the world she fled, ending her simple and anonymous life. But can she navigate this whirlwind of lies and power without losing who she has become? And is Alexander an ally or a threat?
In the dark forests of the Dark Moons pack, Elia Ross, a young healer, seeks to heal the wounds of her past. Sent as a protector to the fragile and gentle Liora, she discovers the disturbing secrets of the lupine hierarchy. At the top of this society reigns Kael Drax, the dominant Alpha, as fascinating as he is ruthless. Ten years earlier, Kael was involved in the tragedy that destroyed Elia's family, but he seems not to remember her. When an arranged marriage between Kael and Liora is announced to unite two powerful packs, Elia sees an unexpected opportunity: to protect Liora, but also to confront the Alpha with his sins. However, troubling questions haunt her mind: why does Kael seem strangely attracted to her? What is he hiding behind his brutal decisions? And, most importantly, is she willing to betray her own principles to uncover the truth and break the chains of her past? As tensions rise and pack rivalries intensify, Elia will have to choose between justice, vengeance, and a forbidden desire.
Alessia Ford, an ambitious young woman disillusioned by her family's betrayals, leaves everything to rebuild her life far from her past. She lands a job in the financial empire of Nathan Drake, a billionaire with an icy charm and a fearsome reputation. Alessia, with her sharp mind and natural audacity, intrigues Nathan from their first meeting. But why does this man, used to dominating the business world, seem troubled by a simple employee? While he proposes an arranged marriage for mysterious reasons, Alessia accepts, driven by the need to protect herself from her own family demons. However, as soon as she settles into the luxurious Drake villa, she realizes that Nathan hides much more than a simple financial interest behind this contract. What is he trying to escape or protect? Why do menacing glances fall on her at every gala? Between corporate secrets, all-consuming jealousies and a budding love, Alessia will have to discover the truth before the stakes of this contract become completely beyond her control.
Eloise "Ellie" Carter, a young woman from a tyrannical elite family, is forced to marry a man she despises: a ruthless billionaire Alpha, Adrian Wolfe. Heir to an ancient line of werewolves, Ellie is the shame of her family because her wolf has never shown up. Adrian, leader of the Silversand pack and CEO of a colossal financial empire, agrees to this arranged marriage to solidify a deal vital to his pack. Arrogant, domineering, and elusive, Adrian hides a deep wound: a dark past marked by loss, betrayal, and a curse that eats away at his wolf, threatening his control. In a world where business mixes with pack hierarchy, Ellie is propelled into a world of luxury, power, and rivalry. But she soon discovers that Adrian is not just a domineering Alpha and a business tycoon: he is also a man haunted by a secret that could destroy everything. Why did Adrian really agree to this marriage? What is this strange bond that seems to be forming between them, teetering between hatred and uncontrollable desire? As Ellie tries to prove her worth in a world that sees her as weak, she uncovers conspiracies within Adrian's pack, shady financial alliances, and a threat that could destroy their world. What if her wolf is not lost but simply asleep? What will happen when Ellie discovers she is linked to an ancient prophecy that could either save Adrian or destroy him?
For seven years, Jillian pursued Bryan with unyielding passion, but he remained distant, his emotions tightly sealed. Disheartened, she left for overseas after graduating from college. Three years later, Jillian, now a successful attorney, sat provocatively on the lap of Bryan's competitor. She flashed Bryan a playful smile and taunted, "What's wrong, Bryan? Are you impotent?" Bryan's restraint shattered in an instant. In a swift motion, he scooped her up and tossed her onto the bed. The next morning, as Bryan woke up, Jillian flashed a mischievous smile. "Let's keep things casual, okay?"
"Ms. Crawford, it’s time for you to divorce Mr. Larsen and come home. You're the only heiress the Master's waiting for.” ~•~ For the sake of love, Amara accepted the arranged marriage with Tobias William Larsen. She did everything to gain her husband’s heart but when his old love returned, she realized that all her effort was all for naught. Tobias demanded a divorce on the night of their wedding anniversary, even at the price of threatening her. Heartbroken, she finally dropped all her illusions about him and returned home to be the heiress. The next time she met Tobias, they were no longer couples but opponents. "Mr. Larsen, should I remind you again? We've divorced." "Amara, that's the stupidest mistake I've ever made. Please come back to me."
Eliana was framed by her best friend and her fiance into sleeping with a boy toy in the club and getting impregnated by him. Five years after she had given birth to twins, she returned home and worked under the Moran Group, where she met the CEO-- Maurice. Maurice was a brilliant businessman who did his job well. But in order to stay under the radar, he lived a double life. One as Maurice, and one as Preston. Fate brought the two together again, roping them in on an exciting love story. It all became more complicated when Eliana faced Preston, the man she had slept with before, once again. Now that she was being pursued by two men, how could she ever choose? When would Eliana uncover the secret of Maurice's identity? When was Maurice going to know that he already had two children of his own? How would Eliana face this man when the truth came to light one day? Come and find out.
The night before her engagement, Valerie was tricked by her boyfriend and stepsister into spending the night with a stranger. After the night together, the man vanished. Later, her boyfriend accused her of cheating, revealing his affair with her stepsister. Pressured by her father, Valerie married an unconscious man in place of her stepsister. Valerie exposed the scheme, sabotaged her father's ambitions, and transformed herself. When her husband woke and chased her to the airport, she calmly refused him, saying, "It's over between us." He held her firmly. "You married me, so you must commit."
"I, Sophia Addison, of the Crescent Moon Pack, deny your rejection, Jacob Carter." I smiled triumphantly at him and he just glared at me. I can hear loud gasps and whispers throughout the place. They cannot believe that their goody-two-shoes of a senior year president is rejecting me in front of everybody. What goody-two-shoes? More like a two faced jerk! That is why, here I am, denying his rejection. Oh well, I refuse to suffer alone. So...let us both suffer together my dear mate.
After a passionate night, Verena left some money and wanted to leave, but was held by her companion. "Isn't it your turn to make me happy?" Verena, always disguising herself as ugly, slept with her fiance's uncle, Darren, in order to escape her engagement with her unfaithful fiance. Darren had respect and admiration. Word of his romantic escapades circulated, some saying they saw him kissing a lady against a wall and others calling it gossip. Who could ever tame Darren's heart? Then, shockingly, Darren was caught bending down to help Verena with her shoes, all to score a kiss from her!