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On the day Nadine was supposed to marry the man she loved, her life changed in an instant. Just before the ceremony began, a black car stopped in front of the church, and a group of armed men kidnapped her without explanation. The man behind the abduction was Rafael Montgomery Sinclair-a ruthless underworld king who ruled the city with an iron grip. Not only did he possess wealth and power, but he also had the freedom to do whatever he pleased, untouched by the law. "I don't care who you were supposed to marry. From this moment on, you're mine," Rafael declared coldly, his eyes filled with possession. Forced into a marriage with a man she'd never met, Nadine found herself trapped in a terrifying reality. Her hatred for Rafael grew, but the more she got to know him, the more she realized he carried secrets darker than she could have ever imagined. Yet, amidst it all, one question haunted her-why did Rafael want her? Was this just about power, or was there a hidden reason she had yet to uncover?
Nadine Monroe had always believed in love-the kind that made hearts race and souls intertwine, the kind that made every struggle worthwhile. And today was supposed to be the happiest day of her life. The church was adorned with fresh white roses, their scent mingling with the crisp morning air. The golden sunlight streamed through the stained-glass windows, casting a warm glow on the guests who had gathered to witness her union with the man she had loved for years.
Standing in front of the mirror in the bridal suite, she took a deep breath, smoothing down the intricate lace of her wedding gown. Her reflection stared back at her, eyes brimming with emotion, lips trembling with nervous anticipation.
"You look beautiful," her best friend, Olivia, whispered, adjusting the delicate veil over her blonde waves. "Eric is going to lose his mind when he sees you."
Nadine smiled softly. "I hope so. This feels like a dream."
But dreams had a way of shattering. And this one would, in the most brutal way possible.
A sharp knock on the door made them both jump. Before either could react, the door was flung open, revealing three imposing men dressed in black. Their faces were unreadable, their movements swift and precise.
Panic flared in Nadine's chest. "Who-"
Before she could finish, strong arms wrapped around her, pulling her away from Olivia's reach. A gloved hand clamped over her mouth, muffling her scream.
"Stay quiet, and no one gets hurt," a deep, commanding voice murmured into her ear.
Terror surged through her veins as she struggled, kicking against her captor's grip, but it was useless. He was too strong. Olivia screamed, but one of the men grabbed her, silencing her with a sharp glare.
Nadine's heart pounded wildly as they dragged her down the empty corridor, her white gown trailing behind her like a ghostly shadow. The elegant church, once filled with laughter and love, now felt suffocating, its sacred walls unable to protect her from the nightmare unfolding.
The moment they stepped outside, the cold wind hit her face, but the chill was nothing compared to the icy dread creeping through her body. A sleek black car was parked just beyond the church entrance, the back door already open, waiting.
"No! Let me go!" Nadine thrashed against the firm grip, but the man holding her didn't even flinch.
A second later, she was shoved into the car, her body landing against the leather seats. The door slammed shut behind her, cutting off the sound of Olivia's desperate cries.
Gasping for breath, she spun around-only to find herself face-to-face with the man who had orchestrated it all.
Rafael Montgomery Sinclair.
The name was infamous, whispered in hushed tones across the city. The ruthless king of the underworld. The man who controlled everything-from the politicians in their high offices to the criminals lurking in the dark alleyways. He was untouchable. Unforgiving.
And now, he was staring at her like she belonged to him.
Nadine's breath caught in her throat. His presence was suffocating, his aura drenched in danger and dominance. He was devastatingly handsome, in a way that felt almost cruel. Sharp jawline, piercing blue eyes, and a cold, unreadable expression that sent shivers down her spine.
She forced herself to speak, her voice shaking. "Who the hell do you think you are? You can't just-"
"I can do whatever I want," he interrupted smoothly, his voice deep, laced with quiet menace.
Her fists clenched. "I was getting married."
A flicker of something-amusement, perhaps-crossed his face. "Not anymore."
Her stomach twisted violently. "Why? Why are you doing this?"
Rafael leaned closer, his gaze never leaving hers. When he spoke, his words were soft, yet they carried a weight that made her blood run cold.
"Because you were supposed to belong to someone else. And I don't like losing what's mine."
Nadine's world tilted on its axis. This couldn't be real. This had to be some kind of twisted mistake.
But as the car sped away, leaving the church-and the life she had known-far behind, she realized the horrifying truth.
She was no longer a bride. She was a prisoner.
Leonhart Aldric never imagined his life would become entangled in the obsessive desires of a wealthy heiress. He lived a simple life, working as a private chauffeur for Vivienne Everleigh, the only daughter of a powerful business tycoon. The job wasn't his choice-it was a legacy left by his father, who had served the Everleigh family until his last breath. Out of respect for his late father, Leonhart stepped into his place. But working for the Everleighs was far from easy. Especially because of Vivienne-a spoiled, stubborn girl who was utterly fixated on him. Obsessed, relentless, and completely unwilling to accept rejection, Vivienne did everything in her power to get his attention. Leonhart, however, never saw Vivienne as anything more than a pampered girl who knew nothing of the real world. He rejected every advance and ignored every flirtation with his usual cold demeanor. But the more he pulled away, the more determined Vivienne became. When Leonhart started getting close to another woman, jealousy consumed Vivienne. She couldn't accept the thought of the man she wanted falling into someone else's arms. And so, she devised a plan-using her wealth and influence to destroy any woman who dared get close to Leonhart. But beneath all her reckless actions, there was one fear she refused to acknowledge-the fear of losing Leonhart forever. And Leonhart? Would he survive in Vivienne's obsessive world, or would he walk away before it was too late?
Stuck in her final semester with no clear way out, Serena is desperate. Elian Carter, her rigid and unyielding thesis advisor, has refused to approve her research for two consecutive semesters without any explanation. She's running out of time-her mother is sick, debts are piling up, and her family back home is pressuring her to marry a man she barely knows. In her desperation, Serena takes a path she never imagined: offering herself exclusively to wealthy men for quick money. But fate plays a cruel trick on her. Her first client turns out to be the very man she despises the most-Elian Carter himself. Instead of disgust or anger, Elian is intrigued. But not in the way Serena expects. He makes her a different kind of offer-not just money, but something far more dangerous: a nameless, commitment-free, boundaryless relationship. Yet, the deeper Serena gets entangled in Elian's world, the more she realizes he harbors dark secrets. About his life, about the real reason he's been holding her back, and about a past sin that could destroy them both. Caught between hatred, dependence, and a desire that blurs all lines, Serena must decide: will she continue despising Elian, or will she surrender to the dark world he's pulling her into?
The day Raina gave birth should have been the happiest of her life. Instead, it became her worst nightmare. Moments after delivering their twins, Alexander shattered her heart-divorcing her and forcing her to sign away custody of their son, Liam. With nothing but betrayal and heartbreak to her name, Raina disappeared, raising their daughter, Ava, on her own.Years later, fate comes knocking when Liam falls gravely ill. Desperate to save his son, Alexander is forced to seek out the one person he once cast aside. Alexander finds himself face to face with the woman he underestimated, pleading for a second chance-not just for himself, but for their son. But Raina is no longer the same broken woman who once loved him.No longer the woman he left behind. She has carved out a new life-one built on strength, wealth, and a long-buried legacy she expected to uncover.Raina has spent years learning to live without him.The question is... Will she risk reopening old wounds to save the son she never got to love? or has Alexander lost her forever?
After being kicked out of her home, Harlee learned she wasn't the biological daughter of her family. Rumors had it that her impoverished biological family favored sons and planned to profit from her return. Unexpectedly, her real father was a zillionaire, catapulting her into immense wealth and making her the most cherished member of the family. While they anticipated her disgrace, Harlee secretly held design patents worth billions. Celebrated for her brilliance, she was invited to mentor in a national astronomy group, drew interest from wealthy suitors, and caught the eye of a mysterious figure, ascending to legendary status.
She thought she was the love of his life, and he became the love of her life that fateful day she had seen him at the pack's party. Selene Grace was only a replica of Alpha Leo's real mate, and when he spotted her, Leo immediately claimed her as his Luna in order to suppress the rumors of him being mateless. Being unable to conceive turns Selene's marriage into a nightmare, and as if that wasn't enough, Alpha Leo finally reunites with his long time lover and mate, rejecting a pregnant Selene as a result. 5 years later, Selene, a now successful doctor, receives an invitation to the moon shadow pack in order to rid the pack of a deadly disease which has struck it. Will Selene return back to the pack which had caused her so much pain, and what would she do when she realizes that she is mated to the Alpha who had betrayed her in the past?
Life was a bed of roses for Debra, the daughter of Alpha. That was until she had a one-night stand with Caleb. She was sure he was her mate as determined by Moon Goddess. But this hateful man refused to accept her. Weeks passed before Debra discovered that she was pregnant. Her pregnancy brought shame to her and everyone she loved. Not only was she driven out, but her father was also hunted down by usurpers. Fortunately, she survived with the help of the mysterious Thorn Edge Pack. Five years passed and Debra didn't hear anything from Caleb. One day, their paths crossed again. They were both on the same mission—carrying out secret investigations in the dangerous Roz Town for the safety and posterity of their respective packs. Caleb was still cold toward her. But as time went on, he fell head over heels in love with her. He tried to make up for abandoning her, but Debra wasn't having any of it. She was hell-bent on hiding her daughter from him and also making a clean break. What did the future hold for the two as they journeyed in Roz Town? What kind of secrets would they find? Would Caleb win Debra's heart and get to know his lovely daughter? Find out!
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?
Iris grew from an orphaned child to the adopted daughter of the Stewart family at age ten, finding warmth in her nominal uncle Vincent's kindness. Seven years later, she became his secret lover. When Vincent's engagement was announced, gossip spread about the notorious playboy CEO finally settling down. But only Iris knew the extent of his cold, two-faced nature. Iris fell for Vincent and, through tears, begged, "Marry me," only to be met with his frosty refusal. Defeated, she accepted a lawyer's proposal, sparking public excitement. Then, on her wedding day, Vincent pleaded desperately, "Don't marry him…"