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Gone Too Long, The CEO Becomes A World-Class Doting Husband
Gone Too Long, The CEO Becomes A World-Class Doting Husband
Ten years ago, Lily Rose Wright gave her all to Lucas Thompson. He was her only love and childhood friend. One day, Lucas vanished without a trace. He shattered her heart and left her a part of him. Time passed, and Lily swore to have moved on with her life. Unexpectedly, Lucas returned and spared no means to force her into marrying him. With a marriage certificate, Lucas bound her relentlessly to his side and the son he left behind. Lucas promised to give Lily and their son everything their hearts desired, but will his doting ways mend the deep wounds inflicted by the past? Why did he leave in the first place? If Lily were to find out, would the truth bring them together, or would it tear them apart? *** "Come back to me, Lily. I'll give you everything you want," Lucas offered. "What I want is for you to leave me alone," Lily coldly said. Lucas chuckled. Then, he firmly replied, "Anything but that."
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148 Chapters
The Alpha's Unwanted Mate
The Alpha's Unwanted Mate
WARNING— 18+ READ WITH CAUTION Slowly stroking her again he leaned down placing a kiss on her forehead. "Just calm down Kitten. No more crying." He extended a hand using it to wipe the tears that laid on her cheeks. Seeing them there didn't set right with him, she was suppose to be writhing in pleasure not crying in pain. "Do you not trust me?" Celeste nodded holding onto him for dear life. "I do." "Then spread your legs wider Kitten." **** Celeste always thought her life would change for the better, the future she had foreseen was one like no other; a mate that would love away her pain, a mate that would see only her, breathe only her. However, when she found herself mated to Zillon Macre; her life long crush as well as the future alpha of her pack, her dream remained just that, a dream. Her life did not change in the way she wanted it to, instead of better, it changed for the worst. Her insignificance didn't dissipate, it augmented, and somehow it left her being unwanted... By her pack members... Her family... And lastly by her mate who only craved for her twin sister.
7.9
146 Chapters
Sold To A Billionaire
Sold To A Billionaire
"Please, don't do this, I have a husband... I am married" Ash begged with her joined hands while walking backward. Tears streamed down her cheeks, blurring her vision. In a snap, his handsome face contorted in distaste and his eyes lost all their warmth. "Not tonight! Tonight you are mine. And ONLY MINE," he paced towards her like a predator. "Michael...Michael..." Ash shouted her husband's name as her back hit the cold wall. He started caressing her cheek with his knuckles. He leaned forward and whispered in her ears "he has sold you to me, for tonight. So, tonight the only name you are allowed to take is mine. And believe me, angel, I'll make sure you scream my name while I'll do things to you that I have been wanting to do with you since the moment I saw you" He said in his raspy voice. He had been imagining this moment since the day he had laid his eyes on her. And finally, he got her. Daniel slammed his bow-shaped hungry lips on her soft plumpy ones just after finishing his sentence. She squeezed her eyes shut letting tears tumble out.
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69 Chapters
Pregnant Too Young — Daddy Is A Billionaire Jock
Pregnant Too Young — Daddy Is A Billionaire Jock
Michelle Henriksson is afraid of men. Something tragic happened, and she hasn't been able to look anyone of the male gender straight in the eye since then. She keeps to herself, hoping college will be quiet.Maddox Daniels isn't interested in relationships—friends and a girlfriend would keep him away from his goal to be taken into the NFL. He is unfriendly and doesn't need anyone. So why can't he get Michelle Henriksson out of his head?They are opposites. They shouldn't get along. Yet chemistry sparks between them after their professor pairs them together, which pisses off the angry football player.How will he survive his project partner?
9.8
361 Chapters
On My Professor's Bed
On My Professor's Bed
“Applologize to daddy….” Dante muttered softly into her ear and Elena quivered her pussy waiting to be filled by his cock. “I am sorry for being a bad girl Daddy... Please take me.” she cried sexually frustrated. After bumping into a stranger unapologetically and flaring up instead of apologizing, Elena meets with the consequences of her action a week after the resumption. Their physiology teacher has just been changed and Elema being the class representative was assigned to submit some paperwork to the new professor, not only did she barge in to meet him wanking off, he turned out to be the man she had unapologetically humiliated the other day at the mall he sent her out of his office promising to make her pay in all ways possible. He makes her pay for her action by offering her a C instead of the usual A and the only way to change his mind is to sleep with him, after one sexual action, both professor and student have neglected the rules by drenching themselves in the taboo act unable to resist the sexual desire that existed between them. With so many obstacles hoping to rip them apart what becomes of them when Elena finds out that there is more to Dante than being just a professor.
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147 Chapters
Can't Win Me Back
Can't Win Me Back
Alyssa Taylor kept her true identity a secret during her marriage to Jasper Beckett. She thought her burning passion would warm his stone-cold heart, but after three years as promised, all he gives her is a divorce agreement. Disappointed, Alyssa goes through with the divorce and goes back to being the scion of the wealthy Taylor family.Not only is she filthy rich, but she’s also a skilled doctor, elite hacker, and champion fencer. At an auction, she spends money like water to embarrass the other woman who ruined her marriage, and in the business world, she snaps up all of her ex-husband’s deals. Stunned, Jasper questions her, “Alyssa, do you have to be so ruthless?” In answer, she only smiles and says, “This is nothing but a tiny fraction of what you did to me before!”
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2481 Chapters

Which Anime Adaptations Are Based On Chaucer'S Canterbury Tales?

4 Answers2025-05-15 01:28:12

Chaucer's 'The Canterbury Tales' has inspired a variety of adaptations across different media, including anime. One notable example is 'Aoi Bungaku Series,' which adapts several classic Japanese literary works, including a segment inspired by Chaucer's tales. The series captures the essence of the original stories while adding a unique anime twist. Another adaptation is 'The Canterbury Tales' by Toei Animation, which reimagines the medieval tales in a more modern and visually striking anime format. These adaptations bring Chaucer's timeless narratives to life in a way that resonates with contemporary audiences, blending traditional storytelling with the dynamic visuals of anime.

Additionally, 'Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo' while not a direct adaptation, draws inspiration from classic literature, including elements reminiscent of Chaucer's work. The intricate character dynamics and moral dilemmas echo the themes found in 'The Canterbury Tales.' These anime adaptations not only pay homage to Chaucer's literary genius but also introduce his work to a new generation of viewers, showcasing the enduring relevance of his stories.

How To Save Multiple Files At Once In Vim?

3 Answers2025-07-12 05:59:55

I've been using Vim for years, and saving multiple files at once is a trick I use daily. The simplest way is to use ':wa' command, which writes all modified buffers to disk. It's a lifesaver when you're juggling multiple files in splits or tabs. If you only want to save certain files, you can use ':w' followed by the filenames, like ':w file1 file2'. For more control, I often use ':bufdo w' which iterates through all buffers and saves them. Remember to check ':ls' first to see which buffers are modified with the '+' flag. These commands have saved me countless hours of manual saving.

How Does 'True Allegiance' End?

3 Answers2025-06-30 13:40:58

I just finished 'True Allegiance' last night, and that ending hit me like a freight train. The final chapters pull no punches—it’s this chaotic, emotional rollercoaster where loyalty gets tested in ways you wouldn’t expect. The protagonist, who’s spent the whole book wrestling with his sense of duty, finally makes a choice that’s equal parts brutal and heartbreaking. He turns against his own faction, not out of betrayal, but because he realizes their cause has been corrupted from the inside. The showdown takes place in this ruined cathedral, with rain pouring through the broken ceiling, and every gunshot echoes like a funeral bell. What gets me is how the author doesn’t give you a clean victory. The protagonist wins, but at a cost: his best friend dies in his arms, and the woman he loves walks away, unable to forgive what he’s done. The last scene is him standing alone in the rain, holding a flag that’s more blood than fabric, and you’re left wondering if any of it was worth it.

What makes the ending stick is how it mirrors the book’s core theme—allegiance isn’t about flags or oaths, it’s about who you’re willing to bleed for. The side characters get these poignant little wrap-ups too. The sniper who spent the whole novel questioning orders finally snaps and saves a civilian kid, only to get gunned down for it. The political mastermind behind the conflict? She gets off scot-free, sipping wine in some embassy, which is the ultimate gut punch. The book leaves you with this sour taste, like war doesn’t have heroes, just survivors. And that final line—'The only true allegiance is to the man in the mirror'—haunts me. It’s not a happy ending, but it’s the one the story earns.

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