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Betrayed By My Ex: I Married His Uncle

Betrayed By My Ex: I Married His Uncle

(Trigger warning: this book has some elements of dark romance with an unhinged ML) "Would you give me your surname or better take mine then? Will you be the lucky man?" I blurted out having no idea of what I was saying. My head was already in the clouds and blinded by his smile. It calmed the storm in my mind. He laughed. Those dark abysses were truly alluring when they sparkled. His fingers grazed my cheeks, wiping off my tears, before cupping them in his callous palms. "If you love my surname so much." A foolish smile graced my lips, oblivious of the fact that he wasn't joking. "You can't back down now, hubby. You just got a wife." I thought I lost everything when I walked away from Sinclair. I never imagined I’d end up as Alaric Von Duvall’s wife. ******* Her life was written in stone. A perfect life one she always dreamt of. Everything Cassandra wanted was within reach until one night revealed the love she'd trusted was a lie. Betrayal and deceit from those she trusted the most made every belief she had crash down. What she didn’t expect was to stumble into a stranger's arms, into his bed and wake up married. Alaric gave her what she thought she wanted; now she can't take it back. One reckless mistake became a wedding vow. Now she’s trapped inside Alaric’s empire of lies. Married to a stranger who knows more than he’s letting on He’s dangerous. He’s charming. And in front of everyone, he claimed her as his . Caught between Sinclair’s obsession, Alaric’s shadowy intentions, and her family’s betrayal, Cassandra doesn’t know if this marriage will be her downfall… or her salvation.
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Chapter: 212 - Last birthday
A year passed and Alaric tried to keep Cassandra’s wish. He didn't meddle in her life. He didn't show up in any event, it was for the best he thought but he couldn't completely turn a blind eye to her. He still kept his watch on Cassandra and Sienna this past year and a lot happened. Sinclair was still an asshole he was absent most days handling business and whenever he was around he acted like the best spouse and father But all the days Sienna's condition spiked up Cassandra handled it on her own even the day Sienna got badly sick she was unconscious for days and the doctors told her Sienna was already dying from inside. Her lungs were damaged and she needed a transplant and even her defective heart wouldn't hold on for long. If she didn't have a transplant within a year she might really not make it. Cassandra broke down that day. Everything she desperately held onto was falling apart. She called Sinclair, he didn't pick until several tries.. When he did
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Chapter: 211 - Selfish love
Alaric was dumbfounded.He studied Cassandra in silence, his steady gaze locked on her, searching for something beneath the calm surface she presented so carefully. At first, he could not understand how she could sit there, composed, accepting everything as if nothing was wrong.Then, slowly, it began to make sense.Sinclair had stripped her of confidence piece by piece, and long before that, her own family had already planted the foundation. Aurelia had always been the better one. The prettier one. The smarter one. The one who took over responsibilities and the family business while Cassandra stood quietly in the background, loving them enough not to question anything.Cassandra had never been taught to doubt them.So even now, when she and her sick daughter were pushed to the far end of the hall under the excuse of protecting a newborn, she accepted it without protest. The logic was flawed, almost insulting, yet she sat there as if it were reasonable.Alaric’s jaw tightened slightly
Last Updated: 2026-04-03
Chapter: 210 - Two face
Alaric didn't see Cassandra for months. He was awfully busy and tried to keep in contact with Cassandra but every time he called she always gave the same answer. She was fine but Cassandra was far from fine. Over time she contacted Alaric less and less but he still kept an eye on her. Turns out that an old friend of Cassandra's, Rhys had a major fight with Sinclair over Cassandra, which led to a major issue. Sinclair accused Cassandra of having an affair with Rhys because Cassandra and Rhys had been talking recently. Rhys had an idea of Cassandra’s situation and tried to get her divorce but she refused because of her daughter. That's what led to the confrontation between Rhys and Sinclair. The outcome to protect her marriage Cassandra being the love-sick fool cut off ties with Rhys and reduced contact with Sinclair. Alaric just couldn't understand why she loved him so much. Sinclair got busier with time and barely showed up at their home. When he was at home he a
Last Updated: 2026-04-02
Chapter: 208 - more than beggers
After the birthday incident, Sinclair didn't retaliate against the families of any of the children. His silence was a simple message that he didn’t care about Cassandra. Sienna got out of the ICU a few days later but was still unconscious at least she was out of danger. Cassandra was still under admission, her body supposedly had been severely affected by prolonged stress and needed bed rest. Alaric should have gone back to his home, to his empire abroad but he couldn't leave Cassandra in the hospital After the night of the incident the other family members came visiting Cassandra but she was never comfortable around them. They kept on trying to patch things with Sinclair When she cried he didn't do anything to defend her or their daughter. Eleanor sat by her bed and told her. "Those families are important to the family business. We shouldn't escalate children's fights.." she had said patiently Cassandra remained silent. She knew they were just butterin
Last Updated: 2026-04-02
Chapter: 208 - It wasn't her fault
. "It's not my bloody fault..where were you, Sinclair?" She screamed at the top of her lungs, unable to endure the injustice. Cassandra’s chest rose unevenly as she struggled to steady her breathing, her fingers gripping the sheets so tightly her knuckles turned pale. She had just woken up and couldn't believe her ears. Her head was still heavy, her body weak, her heart barely holding itself together after hearing about Sienna’s condition. She had not even been given time to process it before he walked in and tore everything open again. Sinclair didn't reply to her and went straight to talking down to her.“You were supposed to be watching her,” Sinclair continued, barely holding back his fury, “What exactly is your role in this house if you cannot even do that?”The words struck where it hurts. Cassandra let out a shaky breath, her lips trembling. “I just lost our unborn child,” she said, keeping her voice low but breaking at the edges. “Sienna almost died… and this i
Last Updated: 2026-04-01
Chapter: 207 - A farce
Alaric’s heart tightened as Cassandra clung to him like a drowning soul who had finally found something solid. Her sobs were muffled against his chest, the kind that came from wounds left unattended for far too long. He did not try to silence her. There were no clever words that could mend something like this. So he stood there, one arm firm around her shoulders, letting her break in peace.The night air carried the distant hum of laughter and music from the banquet, a cruel contrast to the fragile moment unfolding by the steps.The doors suddenly burst open.A maid rushed out, panting, her eyes wide with panic. She froze for a split second at the sight of Alaric holding Cassandra, but urgency swallowed whatever shock she felt.“Madam… Madam!” she stammered, her voice trembling. “Miss Sienna… she is fighting with the other children!”Cassandra stiffened in his arms.It was as if a switch had been flipped inside her. The broken woman disappeared, replaced by a mother hen. “Wha
Last Updated: 2026-04-01
Escaping my heartless billionaire husband

Escaping my heartless billionaire husband

** "Why did your feelings suddenly change?" Xander asked me looking completely lost. There was no way I could say it was because if I stayed with him, I might die. His cold eyes were piercing through me but it didn't make me fret. I averted my eyes knowing my next reply was a big lie. "I love someone else now, and I can't stand you anymore. Since we would be together for two months, our parents' promise will be honoured." Then he froze unable to believe my words. **** Karis was in an arranged marriage to Xander, a cold-hearted billionaire who stood on the Pinnacle of the business for years. Karis's entire life revolved around Xander. She loved him for years and did her best to save their marriage, abandoning everything she loved or cared for just to please him, but Xander never reciprocated her feelings. She thought if they could finally have a child, he would love her back, but that was just her delusion. Xander never loved her and betrayed her by cheating on Karis with her step-sister Emma, leaving Karis devasted and leading to her death. Luckily, fate smiled at Karis, and she was given a second chance to redo it. This time, she wants nothing to do with her heartless husband and just wants to focus on living the best life, but why does Xander keep on pestering her life? Will Karis give Xander a second chance or end up with his rival Skyler who picked interest in her? Why does Xander keep on pestering her in this life despite ruthlessly betraying her before? Are there secrets to be unravelled? Why don't you find out in this intriguing story of love and betrayal and watch things unravel?
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Chapter: TRAPPED WITH THE RUTHLESS ALPHA
CHAPTER FOUR - THE ROMANOV BROTHERSADELINA'S POV I was completely blown out of my mind when I heard him. Mikhail Romanov was a mystery to me. A seasoned businessman who suddenly popped out of nowhere and stormed the entire business world. There was very little about him online but there were rumours of how ruthless he was when taking out his competition and how much underground connection he has. When I said I was ready to do anything in my mind, the most degrading thing that crossed my mind was to be his servant at his mercy, but it never crossed my mind he would tell me to strip in a public event. I bit my lower lip in between my teeth, not only because of how nervous I felt in his presence but also thanks to the Bullet wound in my arm. "You must be joking, that can't be a request." I blurted. Thinking he would laugh out, saying it was a joke, but he didn't budge one bit. He stood tall with his hand in his pocket and his eyes keenly observing me. His lips p
Last Updated: 2025-03-05
Chapter: TRAPPED WITH THE RUTHLESS ALPHA
CHAPTER THREE - TYRANT OF THE BUSINESS WORLD MIKHAIL'S POV I hated crowded places, especially ones filled with humans, but this was what I could not escape if I wanted to make sure I stood at the Pinnacle of the business world. Twirling the wine glass in between my fingers, my eyes glanced around the hall, looking for anything that could pique my interest. "What do you think about the corporation? Mr Romanov." An annoying voice chattered in my ears. I glanced at the middle-aged man who had been trying his best to strike a deal with me, but it was not a profitable venture. "I will think about it." I politely declined, even though we both knew I was not going to give him a second thought. How boring? A sigh left my lips for the hundredth time today. I was bored out of my mind. Maybe I should have attended the wedding even though my beloved brother didn't invite me. It would be fun to see the unfortunate human he tricked into marrying him. The unfortunate soul I would have t
Last Updated: 2025-03-05
Chapter: TRAPPED WITH THE RUTHLESS ALPHA
CHAPTER TWO - THE BLOODY BRIDE ADELINA'S POV The best day of my life slowly turned into a scene from a nightmare I could not wake up from. Sitting in a white pool lace of my long princess wedding dress, my face was pale, and I froze. "Papa," I said again but it came out like a whimper this time around. The flower bouquet in my hand was on the floor. I grabbed my face with both hands, shaking my head over and over again, thinking it was a nightmare, but it was real. All that was on my mind was to reach my father's side, but Viktor had other plans. He firmly held my arm. "Where are you going, Mrs Romanov ?" He asked me. I did not care about that title. All I wanted was to run to my father's side. Why did Viktor shoot Dad? We were his allies. No matter how I think of it, my head could not think of a reason why. "This is a wedding present from me to you." He grinned at me. Everyone was in shock because of the sudden gunfire. Soon, it sank into my father's men's heads that thei
Last Updated: 2025-03-05
Chapter: TRAPPED WITH THE RUTHLESS ALPHA
COMING SOON CHAPTER ONE - A BLOODY WEDDING ADELINA'S POV The happiest day of a woman's life was meant to be the day she gets married to the love of her life and I thought it was true. I had never felt this genuinely happy in my life before, despite all the resistance of us being from rival mobs. Finally, I was getting married to Viktor, the Mafia boss of a rival Russian mob today. Although my marriage was not purely based on love, the main goal was to join two of the biggest Mafia underground associations. My fiance, Viktor, owned one of the richest and most dangerous Russian mobs; my father agreed to this marriage to seek his protection as our group, despite its large size, is nothing compared to Viktor's association. The soft organ melody echoed through the large sculptured walls of the old cathedral to the outside, it was loud enough to reach the environs. Stepping down from the car I made my way towards the large doors of the ancient cathedral. The doors swung open
Last Updated: 2025-03-05
Chapter: 274 - Forever be his little red/ the end
(Xander's pov) The soft sound of running water echoed from the bathroom; I pushed the door open entering the bathroom filled with steam with a thick scent of Lavender oils. It smelled like heaven, my little heaven. I got rid of the towel wrapped around my waist and then brushed my hand through my hair before my eyes drew to the glass walls of the shower. A silly grin graced my lips as I made my way towards the shower, where I could see Karis's figure from the glass taking a shower. I couldn't help but smile wider; I slowly walked towards the shower, the only place where I was sure the children wouldn't disturb us because Xavier sometimes cries to sleep with his mother. My life was pitiful, fighting with my children over my wife's time and attention; maybe we should have stopped with the twins. I stopped in the shower; Karis's back relaxed, sensing my presence. "I thought you weren't coming," she said, rubbing her hair with her back against me. "So you were expecting me." I c
Last Updated: 2025-03-05
Chapter: 273 - Forgiven myself
(Xander's pov) SIX YEARS LATER The cool spring breeze blew, carrying a little scent on wet soil. It was another spring again and 15 years after Alessia left this world. I placed a bouquet of flowers on her tombstone, along with several others, which have been kept here. A lot has happened these past years, and I have been so busy I barely had time to visit Alessia aside from her death anniversary. Karis and I are hosting a small get-together to celebrate. Mum and Dad loved the idea of getting old friends and family together. "Alessia, it's been a while, and we all miss you, but you are in a better place now..." I started my one-sided dialogue with my sister. I had a feeling she was listening. Honestly, everyone was fine these past years, at least from what they told me. Skyler was getting better. At least he wasn't hallucinating again, but his condition was permanent. Either way, he was doomed; he deserved it. It was crazy, but I think I am ready to forgive
Last Updated: 2025-03-05
Trapped With The Ruthless Alpha: The Heiress Vendetta

Trapped With The Ruthless Alpha: The Heiress Vendetta

***** "As long as you can make him pay." I bravely said between my cries. A playful grin appeared on his lips, amused by my pain. He was the devil, but I didn't care. It was a risk I was ready to take. "Anything, including giving yourself to the devil." He chirped That should have been a warning telling me to turn back, but instead, I nodded at him. "Only a devil can handle another devil." His grin grew wider, a laugh escaping his lips. Those evil lips parted, and each word left me more dumbfounded: "For starters, strip right here and now." My mouth fell agape taken back by his request. It was beyond my expectations; I was still lost in a dilemma when the devil spoke again. "I don't have all day, Mrs Romanov." He urged me. ****** A lady's best day was meant to be her wedding day, but that was not the case for Adelina, a Mafia princess. Adelina's dreams were shattered when her newly wedded husband ruthlessly betrayed her family on her wedding day. Pushed by revenge and the desperate need to escape her husband, Adelina persistently sought out the help of Mikhail, a business tycoon shrouded with mysteries unknown to her the secrets he carries. But why would Mikhail, the Lycan King, want to help his brother's wife seek her revenge despite the rivalry between the brothers and the fact Adelina is his fated mate? She will always be a weak human to him. What will be the fate between Adelina and Mikhail as they try to navigate this unwanted bond between them? Why don't you check this intriguing story that blurs the line between hate and love as Adelina and Mikhail's relationship becomes increasingly complicated with each step as mysteries are unravelled?
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Chapter: 263 - The end
MIKHAIL'S POV Mishka was barely keeping her anger in check; her lips were twitching, although she still had a smile on. I always wanted children but the first one ended up being too similar to me. A living menace. At barely 5, he was already showing signs of his abilities, not just the alpha tendencies, but he inherited Brielle's powers too. We were scared the first time he disappeared because Brielle didn't show her powers until she was in her twenties Zoltana informed us that it was because Elena had sealed Brielle at birth. She suggested we should do the same for Andrei but his mother thought it was a good idea to let him keep it. He was just 5, and it was very dangerous. A child could teleport and control shifters, but she insisted that if he grew up with the powers, he would have better control. "Do you still think we should not seal him?" I taunted her. She smiled at me, stubbornly refusing to give in. "I will search for him. You should change for the ba
Last Updated: 2025-10-10
Chapter: 262 - our perfect story
ADELINA'S POV I shattered completely, melting with just that one stroke but I knew it was far from over. "If you break the rope, It is over." Mikhail threatened me knowing that I was capable of doing that. It was torture yet it felt so good. At this point, I didn't even know the line between pain and pleasure. My knees and elbows were on the bed supporting me. His grip is tight on my waist. He cussed under his breath then withdrew from my pussy. My fists were clenching so hard, refusing to let go. He pulls out halfway before his thrust back again. He was like a beast whose leash had been broken. He went feral, each stroke pulling deeper into the hell of lust. I moaned without a thought and our sounds blended perfectly. Mikhail didn't slow down, not even when I begged for him to free my hands. Our skin slapped against each other when even I accidentally moaned out his name instead of alpha he squeezed my bosom. He didn't know I loved it or maybe he did because I moaned Mikha
Last Updated: 2025-10-10
Chapter: 261 - Play
ADELINA'S POV Mikhail was kneeling between my legs, his cock was fully erect, veins running around it. Bulging and ready to devour me He sensed my gaze and held it in his grasp. A haggard breath escaped his lips. No matter how many times I have seen it, it always leaves me breathless It was perfect, every inch of this man was just perfect for me. I swallowed a lump in my throat. My mind trailed back to what it felt like to have him in my mouth. Dear goddess, I loved that. My tongue ran across my lips just imagining it. "You don't have to imagine. I'm all yours." A familiar voice boomed in my mind. My eyes popped out, he had a silly smile on his face. "You can hear my thoughts," I screamed in my mind. Mikhail leaned in, his teeth nibbling my ears, slowly kissing his mark..his voice came again in my mind. "The bond has been completed, of course, I can hear your thoughts, and you can mind link any member of this pack." My cheeks flushed, realising my tho
Last Updated: 2025-10-10
Chapter: 260 - Heat
ADELINA'S POV Ophelia was far from the proud lady I knew a year ago. She looked like she had aged years in just this short time. "What do you think you are doing?" Mikhail asked her calmly. His composure only triggered her. Her grip tightened on Kai's hair. The boy whimpered trying to fight the tears. His eyes were pleading, Bianca broke down in tears, completely with Petra at her side, trying to hold their mother together. Ophelia glanced up, "They wouldn't let me come. So I had to force our way." She said then a smile tugged her lips. "It's our marking ceremony, Mikhail. Why are you about to mark another?" My fingers curled, her eyes were dead. It looked like she had lost her mind. Ophelia had escaped a year ago, the entire time Mikhail had been trying to find her but she was constantly off the grid. Failing from the position of an alpha's daughter to a fugitive rogue must have messed up her mind. Mikhail's jaw clenched, he was relaying instructions to the
Last Updated: 2025-10-09
Chapter: 259 - Mating Ceremony
ADELINA'S POV I took Mikhail's advice and left the reception early to catch some sleep by the time I woke up. My room was already swamped with maids waiting on me. I stretched my hand yawning. "What time is it?" I asked. "11 pm your majesty." A maid answered. The title was a bit unsettling, but I will have to get used to it with time. My heart skipped a beat. "11pm ..." I rushed off the bed, cursing. "You should have woken me," I whined, now I was going to appear late for my own coronation. "I'm sorry but we were instructed not to disturb your sleep." A maid explained as they got into action. I face-palmed myself knowing who gave that instruction now I was going to make a bad impression by coming late "Will I be ready on time?" I sighed hopelessly. "We have an hour to prepare so we can make it." The maids assured me.. We were running on time, luckily we finished on time. The gown they slipped over me was unlike the wedding dress earlier that day. This one was simpl
Last Updated: 2025-10-09
Chapter: 258 - I Do
ADELINA'S POV The music played softly in the background but everything seemed to have faded once our eyes met. He was wearing a tailor-made grey tuxedo. He always looked perfect in everything he wore. I gracefully started my procession, my steps slow but deliberate. A feeling of Deja Vu hit me as memories of that day flooded my mind. It wasn't the same. Today was going to be different. We reached the altar, and Lawrence gave me a faint smile before he handed my hand to Mikhail. The faint Sparks erupted, and Mikhail grasped my hand, then pulled me forward. "You're breathtaking Mishka." He said his voice was husky. "Just don't ruin the wedding." I joked, his gaze hardened taking my words seriously. At this point, I was turning into a sadist, enjoying stressing this man. "That is an uncanny thing to say on your wedding." He sneered. I shrugged holding the flowering tightly. "You can't blame me. After all, you are a man filled with surprises." It was a deliberate retort. He s
Last Updated: 2025-10-09
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