In a world where an alpha's every decision can seal the fate of the pack, respected and ruthless alpha Gabriel Blackwood is forced to honor an ancient alliance by marrying the daughter of a neighboring chief to ensure peace between their clans. But when he locks eyes with Elena, a fierce and hauntingly beautiful human healer, his wolf growls with a desire he can't suppress. Caught between his duty and the overwhelming force of his budding bond with Elena, Gabriel faces an impossible dilemma. Every choice he makes could have devastating consequences-for him, for his pack, and for the woman he's forbidden to love. As tensions mount and dark forces threaten the fragile balance between humans and wolves, the alpha's choice could decide their survival...or their doom. When duty clashes with passion, will the alpha's heart resist the call of destiny?
In the icy twilight air, shadows danced between the trees, like silent specters whispering forgotten truths. Gabriel Blackwood, leaning against the rough wood of the cabin where he liked to isolate himself, felt the weight of the world weighing on his broad shoulders. The ancient promise, this commitment sealed well before his birth, came back to claim its due.
He inhaled deeply, his senses heightened by the wolf that lived within him. The forest spoke to him, a symphony soft and wild: the rustling of leaves, the distant cracking of branches, and that dull rumble in his chest, a visceral alert he couldn't ignore.
Behind him, heavy footsteps approached. You don't need to turn around to recognize the approach: authoritative, confident, almost insolent. Conrad Hunt, chief of the neighboring clan, was there. Gabriel knew that this man never came without a specific reason, and today he was the bearer of news that would turn his world upside down.
- Blackwood, Conrad said in a deep voice as he emerged from the shadows. Still so lonely, I see.
Gabriel turned his head slowly, his amber eyes catching the dying light of the sun.
- Hunt, he replied, without warmth. It's rare to see you here without an army behind you.
Conrad burst out into a hoarse laugh, the kind of laugh that wasn't sincere. Her gray hair, tied in a ponytail, shone slightly in the fading light. He walked forward, hands in the pockets of his leather coat, stopping at a cautious distance. Gabriel had never been a man to be underestimated.
- No need for an army to talk about an agreement, Conrad replied. Even less of an agreement that you have an interest in honoring.
Gabriel's muscles tensed despite himself. This promise... He knew every word, every syllable engraved in the memories of his pack like an indelible scar. An alliance sealed by their ancestors to guarantee peace between the clans. But what Conrad asked of him now went beyond anything he had imagined.
- Get to the point, Conrad. I don't have all night.
- Very well, Conrad said, his tone hardening. It is time to conclude what our fathers started. My daughter, Lydia, will become your wife.
A silence settled in, heavy, heavy, almost palpable. Gabriel felt his wolf growl inside him, a guttural sound, close to a warning.
- So your idea of an alliance is based on a forced marriage, he finally growled. Interesting.
Conrad shrugged his shoulders, a predatory smile stretching his thin lips.
- Not forced. Predestined. You're the one making this a problem, Blackwood. Our clans are on the brink of war, and you know it as well as I do. Tensions are increasing. This marriage could calm things down.
Gabriel took a step forward, his imposing figure almost dwarfing Conrad's. His fists clenched, but he forced himself to remain in control.
- You want me to sell my soul to appease a war that *you* yourself fueled ? Do you really think my pack will accept that?
Conrad backed away slightly, but his smile didn't falter.
- It's not a question of what your pack will accept, Gabriel. It's a matter of what you are willing to do for them. To be alpha is to carry the burden of others.
Conrad's words hit Gabriel like a punch. He was right, of course. Being alpha was more than a position; it was a duty, a weight that left no room for personal choices. But accepting this union meant betraying everything he believed.
- What about Lydia? he finally asked, breaking the silence. What does she have to say about all this?
Conrad chuckled lightly.
- Lydia knows what is expected of her. She's ready.
Lydia's name rang in Gabriel's mind like a threat. He had already heard of her. A woman with a fiery temperament, ambitious and cunning, who would not hesitate to manipulate those around her to achieve her ends. To ally herself with her was to invite chaos into her pack.
- I haven't accepted yet, Gabriel said, his voice low but sharp.
- But you will accept, said Conrad, with icy confidence. Because if you refuse, it won't just be your pack that will pay the price.
He left the words hanging, their weight sinking into Gabriel's mind like poison. Then, without waiting for a response, he turned on his heel and disappeared into the forest, his footsteps receding quickly.
Gabriel remained there, motionless, staring into the growing darkness. His wolf was boiling with indignation, but something else was brewing inside him: a foreboding, a dull sensation that this promise would destroy him if he gave in to it.
When he returned to the pack's main house, all eyes were on him. His younger sister, Erin, was waiting for him in the living room, her worried expression betraying that she had heard about Conrad's visit.
- SO ? she asked, her voice shaking.
- Nothing that can't wait, replied Gabriel, pouring himself a glass of whiskey.
But Erin wasn't fooled.
- Gabriel, you can't ignore this. The pack is already murmuring. If you refuse this agreement, you know that Conrad will find an excuse to attack.
- And if I accept, I am selling my freedom and perhaps that of all those who follow me, he retorted, his voice rising slightly.
He downed his glass in one gulp, the burn of the alcohol offering him a brief respite from the storm raging inside him.
- So what are you going to do?
Gabriel set his glass down with a thud, his amber eyes gleaming with fierce determination.
- What I have to do.
But as he said these words, a thought struck him, like a flash of light in the darkness. What if this is all a trap? What if Conrad was playing a game even more dangerous than he imagined?
That night, Gabriel barely slept. His dreams were haunted by visions: flames devouring his territory, wolves fighting in a bloody melee, and a face he didn't recognize, but seemed strangely familiar. A woman with piercing eyes, whose presence evoked both danger and hope to him.
When dawn broke, Gabriel knew he had no other choice. The ancient promise was not just a relic of the past; she was the tightrope on which he had to walk, on the edge of the abyss. But he swore, in the silence of his heart, that he would not allow himself to be manipulated.
No matter the consequences.
In a world dominated by money, Clara, an ambitious young woman, falls under the spell of Alexander, a seductive alpha who promises her a life of luxury. But once married, she discovers that he is a possessive manipulator, keeping her prisoner in an opulent palace. Isolated and watched, Clara realizes she has lost her freedom and engages in a daring fight to escape this stifling existence. By forming secret alliances with other oppressed women, she discovers an inner strength she never knew existed. In an explosive confrontation with Alexander, Clara must choose between the illusory love of a powerful man and her unwavering quest to regain her independence.
Maximilian "The Titan" Moretti is the respected billionaire at the head of the Moretti empire, a company known for its power and influence in the business world. At a lavish gala evening celebrating the year's achievements, Maximilian meets Sofia Blackwood, a young woman newly inducted into the exclusive business circle, but whose origins remain a mystery. Maximilian, famous for being a fiercely hardened bachelor, hides a secret that no one dares to guess: he has sworn never to get attached to anyone to protect his heart from a devastating betrayal in the past. Intrigued by Sofia and her quiet determination, he proposes an unexpected pact: a purely physical relationship, without emotions or commitments. In exchange, Maximilian promises to watch over her and offer her the security she has never known in the cutthroat world of business. Sofia, hesitant at first, reluctantly agrees, thinking she can keep her feelings at bay. But can anyone really resist the magnetic pull of a Titan? As their affair blossoms in the luxurious suites of five-star hotels and glamorous parties where money and power reign supreme, dark forces begin to manifest. A former rival of Maximilian's, hungry for revenge and intent on destroying his empire, discovers their secret relationship. Armed with compromising information about Sofia, he threatens to reveal everything to ruin Maximilian's reputation. Meanwhile, Sofia discovers she has a hidden talent for negotiation that could upset the balance of power in the business world. As danger draws near and secrets begin to come to light, Maximilian must confront his own demons while protecting Sofia. Their forbidden relationship could be the key to overthrowing his rival or the cause of his downfall. Who will crack first? In this dance between power and passion, is the heart strong enough to triumph over all-consuming ambitions?
Aria, a young human girl with a broken destiny, is forced to marry Kael, a feared and domineering Alpha, to replace her runaway sister. But this is no simple arranged marriage-it is a pact of domination, an oath imposed by the ancestral law of the wolves. Kael, Supreme Alpha of the Shadowclan, tolerates neither weakness nor disobedience. At first revolted by her condition, Aria tries to rebel, but each challenge she throws at Kael only fuels his desire to bend her to his will. Between merciless punishments and power plays, an electric tension builds between them, transforming each confrontation into a dangerous dance between submission and passion. But in the shadows, a much more menacing force lurks. Kael's old enemies resurface, and Aria discovers that she is more than just an offering: she is the key to a forgotten prophecy, one that could either destroy the Alpha or make him invincible. In a spiral of intrigue, betrayal, and unspoken desires, Aria must choose between total submission... or becoming the Alpha herself.
To save her pack from famine and war, Elyara is sold by her father to the most feared Alpha in the territory: Ravenn, the Lord of Ash. Feared and respected, Ravenn does not take a wife out of love, but out of duty. To him, Elyara is just an offering, one more piece in his kingdom of ice and blood. Torn between her father's betrayal and fear of her future, Elyara swears never to submit. But Ravenn is a ruthless Alpha, a king among beasts, and he has never tolerated disobedience. In an isolated castle, surrounded by wolves who do not all want her well, Elyara discovers a world much darker and crueler than she had imagined. Yet, beneath the tyrant's armor, she glimpses flaws... and a burning desire that consumes her as much as it terrifies her. Over the moons, fear turns into fascination, hatred into passion. But can you love a monster without becoming its own? When an old enemy resurfaces, Elyara will have to choose: flee and regain her freedom... or embrace her destiny alongside the Alpha.
Lena, a 23-year-old woman, finds herself married to a much older man, Henri, in circumstances beyond her control. Despite the luxury and privileges she obtains, Henri, cold and distant, seems incapable of offering the love and attention she seeks. Little by little, Lena loses the affection she had for him, feeling more and more alone in this marriage. The situation becomes complicated when Léna falls in love with Maxime, Henri's son, a charming and ambitious young man. Maxime, although married and engaged in another relationship, also lets himself be drawn into this dangerous game of forbidden passion. They find themselves caught in a whirlwind of desires and lies, fighting against their contradictory feelings. Their impossible love story, filled with sacrifices, leads them towards a fatal outcome where love and betrayal mix forever.
Nyx Draven is the daughter of the Alpha of the Blood Twilight Pack, a feared and untamable clan. But Nyx refuses to be a simple obedient heiress. She defies tradition, despises arranged marriages, and prefers clandestine fights to royal balls. However, when she reaches the age of eighteen, the law requires her to choose a mate. She selects one... but three years later, he betrays and abandons her. Now a single mother, Nyx is summoned to the Royal Ball of Destinies, where she will discover the identity of her true destined mate. Dante Vörhees is the newly crowned king of the werewolf kingdom, a ruthless Alpha marked by an ancient curse. He must find his queen before the next blood moon, or see his throne reduced to ashes. When he discovers that his destined mate is Nyx, an untamable rebel with a tumultuous past, he refuses to believe it. She is everything he doesn't want... and everything he needs. But an unforgivable mistake threatens to shatter their bond before it can blossom. Betrayals, pack wars, and conspiracies stand between them. Can the rebel Alpha and the cursed king love each other without destroying the kingdom?
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.
Veronica is an eighteen-year-old omega who falls into an emotional breakdown when her Mate, who was soon to be the Alpha of the Sun crest pack, turns against her, hurls hurtful words at her, and rejects her on the night of the full moon festival because he and everyone in the pack, including her, thinks she is an omega. As if the pain of rejection, helplessness, and worthlessness wasn't enough, she lost her best and only friend to the cold hands of death when rogue wolves attacked their pack. Right in the presence of her mate, she was tagged as someone who always attracted problems and calamities anywhere she went and he turned a blind eye and watched as she was banished from the pack. With hatred for her life, she runs deep into the woods that were off-limits and jumps off to end her life, but in a turn of events, something else happens. What would her mate do when he finds out that Veronica is not who he thinks she is? Will she be able to forgive him? What fate lies ahead for them?
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."
Elin spent twenty years deeply loving her husband, finally marrying him just as she'd always dreamed. But reality shattered her illusions—he wasn't the man she believed. Instead, he callously destroyed her family, crushing her heart beyond repair. At her lowest point, Ruben, equally betrayed that night, approached her steadily. "Marry me, Elin. I'll help you take revenge." Yet, after their wedding, she quickly discovered he was dangerously unpredictable. "I made a mistake. Let's divorce..." Ruben slid his arm possessively around her waist, whispering a chilling promise, "Only in death."
Once upon a time, there were two kingdoms once at peace. The kingdom of Salem and the kingdom of Mombana... Until the day, the king of Mombana passed away and a new monarch took over, Prince Cone. Prince Cone, has always been hungry for more power and more and more. After his coronation, he attacked Salem. The attack was so unexpected, Salem never prepared for it. They were caught off guard. The king and Queen was killed, the prince was taken into slavery. The people of Salem that survived the war was enslaved, their land taken from them. Their women were made sex slaves. They lost everything, including their land. Evil befall the land of Salem in form of Prince Cone, and the prince of Salem in his slavery was filled with so much rage. The prince of Salem, Prince Lucien swore revenge. 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 Ten years later, thirty-years old Lucien and his people raided a coup and escaped slavery. They went into hiding and recuperated. They trained day and night under the leadership of the fearless and cold Lucien who was driven with everything in him to get back their land, and take Mombana land too. It took them five years before they ambushed and attacked Mombana. They killed Prince Cone and reclaimed everything. As they screamed out their victory, Lucien's eyes found and pinned the proud princess of Mombana. Princess Danika. The daughter of Prince Cone. As Lucien stared at her with the coldest eyes anyone can ever possess, he felt victory for the first time. He walked to the princess with the slave collar he'd won for ten years rattling in his hand as he walked. He reached close to her and with a swift movement, he collared her neck. Then, he tilted her chin up, staring into the bluest eyes and the most beautiful face ever created, he gave her a cold smile. "You are my acquisition. My slave. My sex slave. My property. I will pay you in spades, everything you and your father ever did to me and my people." He stated curtly. Pure hatred, coldness and victory was the only emotion on his face. .
The dream of everyone with regards to marriage is to be able to find that special someone and settle down with them. Even arranged marriages grant you an opportunity to meet your partner briefly before the wedding. How will you feel about waking up in the morning with someone sleeping next to you who is not just anyone but your legally married partner yet with no memory of how that had happened in just a few hours of going out the previous day? This is the story of Jason Haward and Julia Harrison, two strangers trapped in a marriage they never planned. The quest to find out why led to the unfolding of a mystery which made them realize they are both living a lie. To find out more, read this amazing story of love, betrayal, revenge and murder.