Blurb: A marriage built on secrets. A passion fueled by betrayal. And a love that could destroy them both... Elena Carrington thought her life was under control-until she was forced into a marriage with Aiden Laurent, the billionaire heir she has despised for years. What was meant to be a strategic business deal quickly turns into a high-stakes game of survival when Elena uncovers the shocking truth about her father's death, her family's dark past, and the deadly conspiracy that has linked her fate to Aiden's. As Elena and Aiden are drawn deeper into a world of lies, manipulation, and dangerous power plays, they find themselves on the run from enemies they didn't even know existed. Aiden's icy demeanor hides the secrets he's spent years trying to bury-but as their chemistry ignites and the truth comes to light, Elena begins to wonder: is Aiden a victim of his family's legacy, or the mastermind behind the web of betrayal? With each new twist, Elena is forced to choose between love and survival. And when Sofia, Aiden's sister, enters the picture with motives of her own, everything Elena thought she knew begins to unravel. Is Sofia an ally or another enemy waiting to strike? But the biggest shock is yet to come: when a cryptic message reveals that someone within their inner circle has been orchestrating everything from the start. The question now is simple: can Elena trust anyone? As the walls close in and Elena's past collides with her present, she must make a choice that will change everything. But in the end, one burning question remains: Is Aiden the man who will save her-or the one who will destroy her? And when Elena uncovers the truth, will it be too late to escape the trap that's been set for them both? A phone call shatters the silence: "You think you're running away from me, Elena? You're already trapped." The line goes dead.
"I do."
Two words. Just two words.
They slipped from my lips like venom, searing my pride with every syllable.
Cameras flashed, champagne flowed, and the opulent hall echoed with applause. But none of it drowned out the bitter truth-I had just married the man I hated most in this world.
Aiden Drake.
Billionaire tycoon. Ruthless negotiator. My family's sworn enemy.
And now... my husband.
His cold blue eyes locked onto mine, sharp enough to cut glass. His smirk-cocky and insufferable-made my blood boil. The tailored tux hugged his tall, arrogant frame like it was stitched with the devil's own thread.
I wanted to slap that smug look right off his face.
Instead, I kissed him.
Not a soft, romantic kiss. No. This was war.
Our lips met like a battlefield-fierce, unyielding, and electric. The crowd thought it was passion.
It was rage.
When we finally pulled apart, Aiden leaned in, his whisper like ice against my burning skin.
"Congratulations, Mrs. Drake. You've just made the worst deal of your life."
I smiled sweetly.
"Not if I ruin you first."
Because this marriage wasn't about love.
It was revenge wrapped in silk and vows.
And I was going to destroy him-one kiss at a time.
For two years, Ashton had poured his heart into his marriage, yet Emalee's heart remained cold. Despite his dedication, Emalee presented him with divorce papers. She bluntly stated she could not remain married to a man whose net worth was less than a million dollars. Ashton signed the papers, closing one chapter of his life and stepping into a new beginning. Then, Ashton revealed his secret identities: a music mogul, a medical expert, and a martial arts master—each persona impressive enough to stun the world. As Ashton’s true capabilities came to light, Emalee was overwhelmed with deep regret.
Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."
Rumors claimed that Fernanda, newly back with her family, was nothing more than a violent country bumpkin. Fernanda just flashed a casual, dismissive grin in response. Another rumor suggested that the usually rational Cristian had lost all sense, madly in love with Fernanda. This frustrated her. She could tolerate gossip about herself, but slander against her beloved crossed the line! Gradually, as Fernanda's multiple identities as a celebrated designer, a savvy gamer, an acclaimed painter, and a successful business magnate came to light, everyone realized they were the ones who had been fooled.
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?
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!"
Due to the plight of her family, Phoebe had no choice but to embark on the path of selling herself. In an accident, she had a tangled night with Alexander. Everything began to derail, and even if she fled to the ends of the earth, she would still be found by him and entangled... *** Phoebe screamed in frustration, "What do you want from me?" What was this supposed to be? He raised an eyebrow wickedly. "What do I want? You'll find out soon enough." With that, he hoisted her up and carried her back into the office. The door slammed shut with a kick, and he cleared the desk with a sweep of his arm before laying her down on it, his body pinning hers in place, completely trapping her in his grasp. Every cell in his body was telling him he wanted her. He wanted to claim her again. This time, there would be no escape for her-he wouldn't let her slip away. Never again. If he had suffered for five years, then this woman wouldn't get off easily either!