Blurb: Ethan and his friends were just three ordinary high school students-until one fateful night in the woods changed everything. Attacked by a creature they couldn't even identify, Ethan barely escaped with his life. But when his wounds vanish overnight and his senses sharpen beyond human limits, he realizes something is very, very wrong. Nathan who is also called laim , the bookworm, who was with Ethan that day but was distracted by a flower during the incident. Jake, the skeptic, finally starts believing when Ethan hears conversations happening rooms away. As they search for answers, one question looms over them like a shadow. Who or what-bit Ethan that night?
Life at Ridgewood High was anything but extraordinary for Liam Carter, Jake Monroe, and Ethan Brooks. They were an inseparable trio, bonded by years of friendship, a shared love for arguing over pointless things, and a mutual agreement that Mr. Simmons' biology class was a special kind of torture.
Each of them had their own talents-Liam was the straight-A student who could solve complex equations in his sleep. Jake was the basketball prodigy and self-proclaimed ladies' man. And then there was Ethan, the adventurer, the thrill-seeker who never backed down from a challenge.
They thought their biggest worry was high school drama and upcoming exams.
They had no idea that their lives were about to change forever.
A Favor That Led to Doom
"Come on, guys, you gotta do this for me," Jake said, leaning against his locker with a cocky grin. "Prija finally agreed to go out with me. Do you know how long I have been waiting for this?
Ethan rolled his eyes. "Yeah, yeah, the great Prija. You act like she is a goddess or something."
"She basically is."
Liam sighed, adjusting his glasses. "And what, exactly, are we supposed to do for you?"
Jake smirked. "The science experiment! You know, the one where we have to collect soil samples from the woods? I was supposed to go with you guys, but now... well, you see my dilemma.
Ethan scoffed. "Your dilemma is that you would rather chase a girl than pass biology?
Jake clapped his hands together. "Exactly! See, you get me."
Liam frowned. "If Mr. Simmons finds out..........
"He won't! That's why you guys are covering for me. Just tell him I got food poisoning or something."
Liam looked at Ethan, who shrugged.
"...Fine," Liam muttered.
Jake grinned. "That's why I love you guys. Now, if you will excuse me, I have a date to prepare for."
And with that, he was gone.
Into the Woods
The Ridgewood Woods weren't exactly unexplored territory for Ethan. He had been there before-mostly for dares, sometimes just for the thrill. But today, something about the place felt different.
The deeper they went, the thicker the trees grew. The sunlight barely pierced through the canopy, casting long shadows.
Liam shivered. "Let's just get the samples and get out of here."
Ethan smirked. Relax, nerd. It is just a bunch of trees.
They walked further, looking for the perfect spot to dig. That's when they heard it.
A snap.
Liam froze. "Did you hear that?"
Ethan turned toward the sound. "Yeah... Probably just a squirrel or something."
Another snap. Closer.
Liam's pulse quickened. "Ethan... let's go."
Then came the growl.
Deep. Low. Wrong.
From the shadows, a pair of glowing yellow eyes emerged. The creature was massive, its silhouette barely visible. But there was no mistaking it-a wolf.
A huge Animal.
Ethan took a slow step back, raising his hands. "Nice doggy..."
Then it lunged.
Ethan barely had time to react before the beast tackled him to the ground. He screamed as its teeth sank into his arm.
Pain. Burning, searing pain.
He kicked, thrashed, but the animal was too strong.
"Liam-!"
Liam's eyes widened in horror. He grabbed a rock and threw it, hitting the beast on its side. It barely flinched.
"Ethan!" Liam's voice cracked. He grabbed another rock, bigger this time.
But before he could throw it-
Gunshots rang out.
The animal snarled and snapped its head toward the noise. Flashlights cut through the darkness.
"Over here!" a voice shouted.
The animal released Ethan and bolted into the trees, disappearing into the shadows.
Liam rushed to Ethan's side, his hands shaking. "Ethan? Ethan, stay with me!"
Ethan was bleeding badly. His face was pale, his breathing shallow.
Then the flashlights reached them, and men in uniforms appeared.
A police search team.
Rescued, But Not Safe
Liam barely registered the voices around him. Someone was calling for an ambulance. Someone else was talking about "tracking the beast."
But all Liam could focus on was Ethan.
He was burning up. His skin was hot to the touch, his breathing ragged.
"Ethan," Liam whispered, gripping his friend's wrist. "You're gonna be okay, alright? Just stay awake."
Ethan groaned, his eyelids heavy. "What... what was that thing?"
Liam swallowed hard. He had a guess. A terrible, impossible guess.
But he couldn't say it. Not yet.
Because if he was right...
Ethan was rushed to the hospital.
Olivia's life took a tragic turn when she was assaulted on the night of her exboyfriend Ethan's birthday. Left broken and humiliated, she fought to move forward, only to be abandoned at the altar by Lucas,the man she thought would help her rebuild her life. Heartbroken and pregnant, she had no choice but to raise her daughter, Emily, alone. Ethan, tormented by guilt and haunted by his past, steps in to support Olivia and her child, forming an unbreakable bond with Emily. As years pass, Olivia begins to heal, and Ethan finds himself falling for her all over again. But just when Olivia starts to believe in love again, Lucas returns demanding a second chance. Now, Olivia must choose between the man who stood by her through her darkest days and the one who once walked away. But hidden truths threaten to destroy everything. A single night from the past holds a devastating secret,one that could change all their lives forever. As love, betrayal, and fate collide, Olivia must decide Can she let go of the past and embrace the future? Or will the shadows of yesterday ruin her chance at happiness forever?
Betrayed by blood, strengthened by destiny. The Alpha King ruled his kingdom with strength and wisdom, bound by an unshakable bond with his Queen and their young pup. But within the shadows of trust, betrayal brews. When a trusted ally seizes the throne, leaving the royal bloodline shattered, a lone heir is forced into hiding. Years later, the Alpha King's legacy rises again in the form of twin heirs a boy and a girl,raised in secret and forged in pain. With vengeance coursing through their veins, they vow to reclaim the throne and restore the kingdom's honor. But will they overcome their uncle's tyrannical rule, or will his web of lies bury the truth forever?
Charlee was left at the altar and became a laughingstock. She tried to keep her head high, but ultimately lost it when she received a sex tape of her fiance and her half-sister. Devastated, she ended up spending a wild night with a hot stranger. It was supposed to be one-time thing, but he kept popping up, helping her with projects and revenge, all while flirting with her constantly. Charlee soon realized that it was nice having him around, until her ex suddenly appeared at her door, begging for another chance. Her tycoon lover asked, “Who will you choose? Think carefully before you answer.”
In her previous life, Kimberly endured the betrayal of her husband, the cruel machinations of an evil woman, and the endless tyranny of her in-laws. It culminated in the bankruptcy of her family, and ultimately, her death. After being reborn, she resolved to seek retribution against those who had wronged her, and ensure her family's prosperity. To her shock, the most unattainable man from her past suddenly set his sights on her. "You may have overlooked me before, but I shall capture your heart this time around."
Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.
"I heard you're going to marry Marcelo. Is this perhaps your revenge against me? It's very laughable, Renee. That man can barely function." Her foster family, her cheating ex, everyone thought Renee was going to live in pure hell after getting married to a disabled and cruel man. She didn't know if anything good would ever come out of it after all, she had always thought it would be hard for anyone to love her but this cruel man with dark secrets is never going to grant her a divorce because she makes him forget how to breathe.
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.
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.