In the dark streets of Naples, Tony "The Tiger" Romano, a feared mobster, has a daring plan: to marry the seductive Isabella, heiress to a colossal fortune. For him, this marriage represents a chance to reclaim an inheritance that could solidify his criminal empire. However, as the preparations and meetings progress, Tony discovers that Isabella is not only beautiful, but also intelligent and full of life. His initial schemes collide with his true feelings as he finds himself torn between his all-consuming ambition and the sincere love he feels for her. In a world where loyalty is tested and secrets threaten to come to light, Tony must choose between heart and power.
The Tiger and the prey.
"In the soft twinkle of the crystal chandeliers, "The Tiger and the Prey" is revealed in a ballet of shadows and lights, where each look conceals a secret, and each smile hides a design."
That evening, in the sumptuous drawing room of a private mansion in the centre of Naples, the atmosphere was charged with a tension barely concealed under the veneer of celebration. Tony, an imposing figure with icy blue eyes, paced the room, hidden behind a mask of studied nonchalance. He scanned the crowd, every movement, every laugh, with the attention of a predator on the lookout for its prey. His keen senses captured the slightest murmur, the slightest burst of overly sincere laughter. Then, suddenly, his gaze stopped on her.
Isabella, dressed in a crimson satin dress, was the embodiment of grace and determination. She was surrounded by advisors, influential members of high society, but nothing masked the quiet strength that emanated from her. Tony felt his heart, usually so hard, tighten under the impact of an unexpected feeling. He murmured to himself, between the shadow and the light, "Here is my prey, the most intriguing of all..." As he walked towards her, he thought about how to approach her, how to play his game without arousing her suspicions.
"Isabella, you're lighting up this evening," Tony said in a smooth voice, bowing slightly to her. His carefully chosen words echoed in the admiring silence that surrounded him. Isabella, surprised but amused, sketched a delicate smile. "Tony, always finding compliments, aren't you?" she replied with a hint of mischief in her voice. Their eyes met, and in this simple exchange, a dangerous game of seduction took hold, where the masks barely fell, revealing the intentions hidden behind each word.
As the evening wore on, Tony not only flattered Isabella; he also observed with almost surgical attention the entourage that surrounded him. He noticed the feigned nervousness of some advisors, the greed in the eyes of some dignitaries, and above all, the undisguised admiration of those who had already seen him act in the shadows of power. He knew that to interfere in her life, he first had to understand the dynamics of this closed circle. In a corner of the room, away from prying eyes, Tony exchanged a few words with a long-time accomplice. "Look carefully," he whispered, "she is more than an heiress, she is a woman who holds her destiny in her hands." His accomplice nodded, while keeping an enigmatic smile, aware that power games were often played at the cost of emotion.
Isabella, for her part, was not fooled by Tony's maneuvers. She had sensed, from the first moment, that behind this seductive mask hid an ambition much more complex than the simple conquest of a heart. In a moment of confidence to one of her close friends, she confided, in a hushed tone: "There is something fascinating about him, an intensity that seems to hide a world of secrets. But I am not here to be a simple conquest, Tony. I know how to play this game too well." These words, spoken in a low voice in a private corridor, revealed her determination not to let herself be manipulated by appearances.
The party was in full swing, and the guests were carried away by the intoxicating music and the bursts of crystalline laughter. Tony, always on the lookout for the perfect opportunity, approached Isabella again, this time in the relative calm of a private garden illuminated by lanterns. "Isabella," he said, leaning slightly towards her, "in this world where everything seems to be decided by a glance, do you know what I'm really looking for?" His tone was both mysterious and penetrating, charged with emotion. Isabella looked him straight in the eye, intrigued. "Tell me, Tony," she replied in a soft voice, "what you're looking for is perhaps more than power or money, isn't it?" A silence fell, heavy with innuendo and broken promises.
Tony smiled, both charming and eerie. "Maybe," he finally answered, his eyes shining with a sincere light, "maybe what I seek is the truth behind these facades, the beauty in the shadow of deception." The words, loaded with meaning, resonated with her like an invitation to explore an unknown universe. Yet even in this moment of apparent vulnerability, Isabella kept her guard up, ready to reveal her sharp and fearless mind. "The truth, Tony, is often much more complex than we imagine," she said with a slight smile, her eyes defying all guessing.
As the night wore on, their exchanges grew deeper and more intense. Tony, a skilled manipulator, felt that he could not only seduce Isabella but also influence those around him through the force of his personality. He would engage in seemingly innocuous conversations with influential figures, whispering confidences that hinted at a world of opportunity and danger. "You know," he would tell a respected businessman, "in this world, you have to know who you're serving in order not to be served." His words, though disguised as wise advice, were in reality strategies to weaken the bonds of trust of those around him.
Between two glasses of fine wine, in a knowing whisper, he also exchanged a few words with Isabella. "Your presence lights up this darkness," he told her, staring at her with an intensity that left her almost speechless. Isabella, moved in spite of herself, replied with a hint of irony: "And you, Tony, bring a spark that threatens to burn everything in its path." These lines, full of wit and tension, gradually wove a fragile thread between their souls, a bond that grew stronger as the evening revealed its mysteries.
As the party got into full swing, Tony would momentarily retreat to a discreet corner to watch Isabella interact with her guests. He noticed how, despite her undeniable charm, she always maintained a posture of control, as if every smile and gesture were carefully calculated. "She'll never be tamed without a fight," he thought, a glimmer of respect mixed with his desire to conquer her. In the tumult of conversation, he took note of alliances and rivalries, of exchanged smiles and furtive glances that betrayed hidden ambitions.
Then, in a moment of rare intimacy, as the music softened in the background, Tony and Isabella found themselves alone on a balcony overlooking the glittering rooftops of the city. The silence was punctuated by the whisper of the wind and the pounding of their hearts, each aware that the game had only just begun. "There's something irresistible about you, Isabella," Tony confessed, his low voice filled with emotion. "It's like you're the key to a secret I never dared hope to discover." Isabella looked at him intently, her face illuminated by the dim light of the lanterns. "And you, Tony, are a mystery shrouded in darkness," she replied, "but remember, even the fiercest of tigers can feel vulnerable to prey that refuses to be captured."
Their exchanges were punctuated by silences heavy with innuendo, exchanged glances and discreet gestures that spoke volumes about their respective intentions. Tony, master of his emotions, promised himself to conquer Isabella not only by the power of his charm, but also by gradually revealing the complexity of his universe. He knew perfectly well that behind the mask of ambition hid an unsuspected depth, a man torn between his aspirations for power and the emergence of a sincere feeling. Isabella, for her part, realized that each word from Tony was an invitation to explore a dangerous and captivating territory, where passion and manipulation were intimately mixed.
The evening continued like this, punctuated by passionate dialogues and moments of silence that seemed to suspend time. As the guests began to withdraw, giving way to an almost unreal quietude, Tony and Isabella found themselves face to face, alone in the flickering light of a last chandelier. In this suspended moment, Tony silently concluded his first meeting with Isabella by murmuring, "Tonight, I laid the first stone of a path that will take us much further than this simple meeting." And in Isabella's gaze, between defiance and growing curiosity, could be read the certainty that she had perceived, from that moment, the deep and complex interest that Tony had for her.
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?
Corinne devoted three years of her life to her boyfriend, only for it to all go to waste. He saw her as nothing more than a country bumpkin and left her at the altar to be with his true love. After getting jilted, Corinne reclaimed her identity as the granddaughter of the town’s richest man, inherited a billion-dollar fortune, and ultimately rose to the top. But her success attracted the envy of others, and people constantly tried to bring her down. As she dealt with these troublemakers one by one, Mr. Hopkins, notorious for his ruthlessness, stood by and cheered her on. “Way to go, honey!”
Elodie took a deep breath and knocked, the sound echoing in the quiet corridor. A moment of silence passed, broken only by the pounding of her heart. Finally, the door snicked open, revealing a surprised Dashiell. 'Can't you see the Do Not Disturb sign? We don't want-' His initial frown quickly morphed into confusion at the sight of his wife. 'What are you doing here?' he demanded. 'Your girlfriend invited me,' Elodie replied, her voice laced with icy calm. She tried to peer past him, but his broad frame blocked the view. A saccharine voice chimed in from within the room. 'Elodie? Oh dear, we didn't mean for you to find out this way. It's just that-' Elodie cut her short. 'Oh please, Selene. Spare me the fake apologies. You wouldn't have sent me all those texts if you didn't want me to know.' Dashiell shifted uncomfortably, his face a mask of annoyance. 'What texts?' Elodie stepped past him, taking in the luxurious suite with a sardonic smile. The king-sized bed, the scattered rose petals, the lingering scent of sex – it all painted a vivid picture of their betrayal. She looked up at Dashiell, her gaze unwavering. 'I want a divorce.' ****** Dashiell lived a life of luxury, surrounded by the best things money could buy. But when a car accident left him vulnerable, he met Elodie, a seemingly ordinary woman who nursed him back to health. Mistaking her for just another employee, Dashiell entered into a loveless marriage with her solely for convenience. However, fate had a different script in store. Elodie, the 'ordinary nurse,' held a secret more precious than any diamond: she was the sole heiress to Northstar, a vast and powerful enterprise. Unaware of her true identity, Dashiell cast her aside when his ex-girlfriend returned, leaving Elodie humiliated. But Elodie was not one to be easily broken. She shed the facade of the meek nurse, reclaiming her rightful inheritance and stepping into the role of Northstar's CEO. Now, the woman Dashiell discarded was the one holding the reins of power. As Elodie thrives in her new role, Dashiell is consumed by regret. He finally sees Elodie for the extraordinary woman she truly is, realising the depth of his mistake. But will his remorse be enough to win back the heart he so carelessly discarded?
"Please trust me, I didn't do anything." "I don't believe you. I am rejecting you as my Queen and giving you the punishment of death." Alina was living outside her pack for five years. Her parents didn't try to contact her and always ignored her. Her best friend convinced her to go back to their pack and she agreed. But she had never imagined what was waiting there for her. She never thought she would meet her mate and had to face betrayal from everywhere. She had to pay for the crime which she never committed. Aaron Robertson is the king of Lycans. He is a very dominant and powerful King who not only rules Lycans but also rules other ranks of werewolves. Everyone is afraid of Lycans and he is the king of them. But who knew that he would get a mate who was just a simple Omega with no powers and strengths? He called her weak all the time but little did he know that his weak Omega would give him the biggest betrayal of his life for which he had to give her the sentence of death.
My boyfriend called, "Baby!" as he jumped out of bed and scrambled to pull his pants off the ground. "Please, I can explain my love." Shutting my eyes, I inhaled deeply and tried not to cry when I realized that my dream of the man not being my boyfriend had been dashed. "What?" I asked, "What do you want to explain?" How did you lie about having a business meeting while you were in bed enjoying yourself with my best friend, even though I told you I was in serious pain, is that it?" I stood there, my heart pounding, and tears streaming down my face...
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.
Linsey was stood up by her groom to run off with another woman. Furious, she grabbed a random stranger and declared, "Let's get married!" She had acted on impulse, realizing too late that her new husband was the notorious rascal, Collin. The public laughed at her, and even her runaway ex offered to reconcile. But Linsey scoffed at him. "My husband and I are very much in love!" Everyone thought she was delusional. Then Collin was revealed to be the richest man in the world. In front of everyone, he got down on one knee and held up a stunning diamond ring. "I look forward to our forever, honey."