"Torn Between Brothers Lexi Thompson falls for two brothers, Ethan and Liam Blackwood. Ethan's charm and passion for justice captivate her, but Liam's free-spirited nature and creativity draw her in. As secrets and lies threaten to tear them apart, Lexi must choose between the comfort of Ethan's love and the excitement of Liam's. But can she follow her heart without losing everything?"
Lexi Thompson stepped out of the crisp autumn air and into the warm, bustling atmosphere of the local community center. She had volunteered to help with the annual food drive, and the smell of freshly baked cookies and the sound of lively chatter immediately lifted her spirits.
As she made her way to the registration desk, Lexi's eyes scanned the room, taking in the familiar faces of her fellow volunteers. She spotted her best friend, Rachel, expertly juggling a tray of drinks and a plate of snacks while chatting with a group of volunteers.
Lexi waved at Rachel and continued to the registration desk, where she was greeted by a friendly woman with a warm smile.
"Hi there, sweetie! Welcome to the food drive. Are you here to volunteer?"
Lexi nodded, returning the smile. "Yes, I am. I'm Lexi Thompson."
The woman's eyes lit up. "Wonderful! We're so glad to have you on board. Let me just check you in real quick."
As the woman scanned Lexi's name on the registration list, Lexi's gaze wandered around the room once more. That's when she saw him – a tall, dark-haired guy with piercing blue eyes and a charming smile. He was standing by the food table, laughing with a group of volunteers as they sorted donations.
Lexi felt a sudden jolt of attraction, but quickly pushed the feeling aside. She was here to volunteer, not to get distracted by a cute guy.
The woman at the registration desk handed Lexi a bright yellow volunteer t-shirt and a name tag. "Here you go, Lexi! You're all set. Why don't you head on over to the food table and start sorting donations?"
Lexi nodded, taking the t-shirt and name tag. As she made her way to the food table, she couldn't help but sneak another glance at the mysterious guy. Little did she know, their paths would cross again soon, changing the course of her life forever.
As Lexi approached the food table, the mysterious guy looked up and caught her eye. He flashed a warm smile, and Lexi felt a flutter in her chest. She quickly looked away, focusing on the task at hand.
"Hi, I'm Lexi," she said to the group of volunteers, trying to sound casual. "I'm here to help with the food drive."
A friendly-looking woman with a kind smile introduced herself as Sarah, the event organizer. "Welcome, Lexi! We're so glad to have you on board. Why don't you start by sorting these donations into categories?"
Lexi nodded and got to work, trying to focus on the task at hand. But she couldn't help sneaking glances at the mysterious guy, who was now working alongside her.
As they worked, Lexi learned that his name was Ethan Blackwood, and he was a graduate student at the local university. They chatted easily about everything from their shared love of hiking to their favorite books and movies.
Lexi found herself feeling drawn to Ethan's kind and genuine nature. She couldn't believe how easy it was to talk to him, how much they had in common.
As the afternoon wore on, Lexi realized that she had lost track of time. The food drive was winding down, and the volunteers were starting to say their goodbyes.
Ethan turned to her and smiled. "It was great meeting you, Lexi. Would you like to grab a cup of coffee with me sometime?"
Lexi's heart skipped a beat. She couldn't believe that Ethan Blackwood, the guy she had just met, was asking her out.
"I'd love to," she said, trying to sound casual.
Ethan grinned and pulled out his phone. "Great. I'll text you and we can set something up."
As Lexi watched Ethan walk away, she couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement. She had no idea that this chance encounter would set her life on a dramatic new course.
The rest of the evening flew by in a blur. Lexi helped Sarah and the other volunteers clean up the community center, and then she headed home, her mind replaying the events of the day.
As she walked in the door, Lexi's best friend, Rachel, looked up from the couch, where she was studying for an exam. "Hey, girl! How was the food drive?"
Lexi flopped down beside Rachel, still feeling a little dazed. "It was amazing," she said, hardly able to contain her excitement. "I met this guy, Ethan. He's really cute, and we have so much in common."
Rachel's eyes lit up. "Ooh, tell me more!"
Lexi grinned, launching into a detailed account of her encounter with Ethan. Rachel listened, entranced, asking questions and making supportive noises.
As they chatted, Lexi realized that she couldn't stop smiling. She felt like she was walking on air, and she couldn't wait to see Ethan again.
Little did she know, their next encounter would be sooner than she thought. And it would change everything.
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Natalie used to think she could melt Connor’s icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scale—all in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
My name is Katia, and I am just trying to survive until my fated mate arrives. Which may be easier said than done. Rejectection is the last straw. Whispering my acceptance of his rejection. I run through the pack house, out across the manicured lawn into the forest. "I'm sorry, my sweet girl," I say to my wolf. I'm sorry you have been stuck with me and have had to suffer everything I have. She whispers," it's not your fault, Katia. We came to a cliff with a waterfall. The hurt keeps pounding at me. I need it to stop. My sweet girl, and I just want peace, I keep running and leap off the cliff. Spreading my arms wide, with tears streaming down my face, I fall, not making a sound, waiting for sweet oblivion where we feel nothing ever again. "I love you, my sweet girl! Until we meet again, "My wolf replied just before we hit the water, "I love you too, Katia. I have never regretted a moment with you." The Snow Moon pack is having their last barbecue of the summer next to the waterfall on their land. The adults are laughing and joking while watching the pups play. The alpha, beta, and gamma are swimming with some of the older children and playing a game of Marco Polo. Someone yells, "Oh my goddess, someone just jumped over the waterfall!" Everyone is frozen as they watch what looks to be a child falling arms spread wide, no one makes a sound. The small body hits the water like a plane crashing into the side of a mountain. The alpha, beta, and gamma, spring into action, swimming towards the area the person went under. The alpha is screaming his wolf is going crazy repeating, "Find her. Find her...find her!" They dive and the beta surfaces with a small person in his arms. Alpha takes the girl from his beta, laying her on the ground. The men are shocked by what they see. She is covered in scars and injuries. Her body is twisted and broken. The Beta asks, "Who could have done this to someone so defenseless?" Alpha drops to his knees, repeating, "MATE...MATE...MATE!"
Bailey seems to be never destined to fit in, a little geeky, but under it all, a hidden beauty that so many seem to miss, but still not what her pack Alpha is looking for in a fated mate... so he is determined to reject her and make her life hell. Bailey, knowing her life will likely never be the same focuses on what she can control, her future, and heads off to study; becoming a teacher. Asher is the Beta of Autumn Valley Pack, a neighbouring pack. A broken man having suffered the loss of his mate after a rogue attack, Asher is slowly crumbling. Falling to pieces. A shadow of his former self, and not a man that anyone wants to be around anymore... Until, Autumn Valley Pack require a new teacher, and Bailey finds herself there and pushed together with the Beta. Is there a connection building or is that in their imaginations? And what will happen when Bailey's mate comes back to claim what is his?