Bastian Chapter 37

“I’d rather die than become your play thing again, your majesties. I’m done with whatever life you wanted to give me!” I gritted out between my teeth. “If you don’t accept to become our mistress Silver, I’ll end your boyfriend and his baby that is in your womb.” Bastian said coolly and all the hatred I tried to suppress rose again. “I will make you regret this. I SWEAR it!” *** Silver never knew life could get worse than the rejection she encountered from her alpha in her pack. After going through slavery and pain her whole life, she thought the breakthrough was becoming the Luna Queen but life had other plans for her. She is a Healer, the last in line but is desperately needed by the Alpha King and his brother. The alpha king is confined to a wheelchair for years and his brother has been blind since he went on a wrong hunt. After she’s managed to heal them, they toss her aside because she is of no use to them anymore. They all went to their former mates until they realised their kingdom will never be stable without her.

Magnus, shattered by Audrey's rejection and a false treason accusation, faced humiliation and exile from the Brown Pack. Three years later, fueled by revenge, he returns, dethroning Alpha Lucas with Jaxon's help. Audrey becomes his mistress, but their love story is entangled with secrets, betrayals, and a forbidden attraction. As their love rekindles, dark forces loom, threatening to tear them apart. Can they conquer the shadows of their past, or will danger prevail? Join Audrey and Magnus in this gripping tale, where each chapter unfolds more mysteries, keeping you hooked until the very end.

It's been two years since Richie and Rachel went their separate ways. Despite the passage of time, Richie still yearns for her deeply, feeling a profound sense of heartbreak and a loss of purpose without her by his side. However, fate has taken an unexpected turn as Rachel is now a changed person and has embraced her true identity as Delilah, the daughter of a powerful Mafia King. She embraces her new chapter of life driven by an unwavering desire to seek her revenge and make Richie Maranzano pay for his actions.

William Samsons MacRay, arsitek ternama yang nampaknya memiliki masalah tentang melakukan segalanya tepat waktu. Dia seorang pria matang, 37 tahun yang telat nikah karena sibuk membuat bangunan arsitektur menakjubkan di berbagai belahan dunia. Namun, kali ini kejadian naas dia dicopet dompetnya serta ketinggalan pesawat di bandara mempertemukan Will dengan Emmy Estelia Setiawan. Gadis imut berusia 22 tahun itu baru saja pulang ke Jakarta usai menyelesaikan pendidikan arsitekturnya di Harvard University. Dia membelikan Will secangkir kopi dan juga mengantar pulang pria matang itu dengan taksi bandara. Siapa sangka, Will adalah pemilik Fame Palette Artisans Co, tempat yang menerima Emmy bekerja via email saat masih di Amerika Serikat? Baru kali ini William merasa begitu tertarik dengan seorang gadis, dia membuat Emmy selalu bersamanya ke mana pun dia pergi bekerja di seluruh dunia; Berlin, Dublin, Maroko, Praha, Rotterdam, dll. Mereka pun menjadi sangat dekat sehingga memiliki hubungan spesial sugar daddy dan sugar babynya. Ketika benih-benih cinta itu tumbuh, orang tua Will malah menjodohkannya dengan Vanessa, puteri kolega mereka agar dia segera menikah. Beranikah William tetap memperjuangkan cintanya untuk gadis imut kesayangannya ataukah dia mencoba bersikap logis dan memupus hubungan berbeda usia yang jauh itu?

Felicia Eviana, a girl with a sweet face and a smart mind, must experience the feeling of being put down by junior level. Only because they know she is one year older than them but still taking the same courses. “Her ID Card is old but how come she's still taking this course? It must be stupid until she repeat it.” It was a sentence she often heard and she was lazy to explain, let alone respond. Jayden Jordan, a handsome man in Felicia's class, they even joined the same thesis project team. The man who had been watching Felicia from afar. Shitty but smart man. Ansel Bastian, ex-boyfriend of Felicia who is now a laboratory assistant at the campus laboratory since graduating. For the sake of being able to continue to see his ex and hope to get back together again as before. Harumi Haida, a student with glasses and nothing special. Join the thesis project with Jayden and Felicia. The type who wants to immediately graduate and complete research ahead of her teammates. Selfish and cunning. How is the story of Felicia spending her final semester on campus after returning from leave? Was her relationship with Jayden just a partner or something more? Also, will she return to Ansel who she secretly loves?

Do you ever wish a secret billionaire would sweep you away to a tropical island? Do you ever wish that you could be like Cinderella and find your happily ever after with the prince? From New York Times bestselling author Krista Lakes, comes a sweet but spicy Billionaire Romance Series that will have you believing in happily ever after! Each story in this series is a stand-alone one. But with all the stories happen in one world, characters will reappear in other stories. ****** The First Set: Saltwater Kisses– An accidental marriage between Jack and Emma. Rainwater Kisses– Falling in love, and finding how they fit together with Owen and Kaylee. Freshwater Kisses– Finding love in childhood friends with Robbie and Sam. BONUS: Kisses From Jack: The first half of Saltwater Kisses, but from Jack's perspective! Timeless Love Stories: Champagne Kisses– A story of long lost love and second chances with Dean and Rachel. The Second Set: Sandcastle Kisses– Finding love in all the wrong places with Noah and Izzy Hurricane Kisses– Surviving the storm together with Logan and Olivia Barefoot Kisses– A Cinderella story with Aiden and Lena The Third Set: Sunrise Kisses– Ava and Bastian discovering true beauty Waterfall Kisses– Leo finally succumbing to Charlotte's charms Island Kisses: Gabe finally meets his match in Harper!

Young and tenacious Abigail James encounters many difficulties along the way to achievement. She finds herself pregnant and alone after losing her business and parents. She starts a fresh chapter in Texas, determined to provide her kids with a better life. Abigail obtains a position at Magabase Company Limited via dedication and hard work, where she meets Samuel and finds security and love. She is forced to make tough decisions as her history reappears, endangering her present-day happiness. Will Abigail succeed in overcoming the difficulties and ultimately achieve happiness?

Luciana Judith Bastian, hanyalah gadis manusia biasa yang hidup berpindah-pindah dikarenakan pekerjaan walinya. Bagi luci, ini bukalah hal yang baru yang harus dia keluhkan. Dia hanya ingin hidup seperti gadis remaja pada umumnya yang bisa hidup bebas dan mencintai seseorang. Sayangnya semua itu tak mungkin karena perjanjian yang mengikatnya. Sampai pertemuannya dengan seorang pemuda dari keluarga Alvaro merubah segalanya. Adrian Alvaro Kael, putra tertua dari sang pemimpin pack yang juga merupakah serigala putih satu-satunya yang mendapatkan anugrah dari dewa. Adrian adalah serigala yang diasingkan dari pack karena kutukan yang dia terima sejak bayi. Kutukan yang merenggut semua yang dia miliki hingga membuatnya hidup bagai dineraka. Hingga, pertemuannya dengan seorang gadis bernama Luci yang juga merupakan teman dari adik tirinya memberinya sedikit harapan untuk terus hidup. Sayangnya kutukan itu terus menghantui menghantui keduanya hingga salah satu diantara mereka mati. Misteri apa yang ada dibalik ini semua? Akankah mereka menyatu? Atau ini hanya permainan takdir yang menyerenya pada penantian tak berujung lainnya?

"Aku bukan pelakor, tapi sebutan itu disematkan padaku karena ulah mantan istri Anugrah." Dokter Bella menjalin hubungan serius dengan Anugrah setelah pria itu resmi berstatus duda, namun siapa yang menyangka, hubungan tersebut menjadi awal kehancuran hidup dan karirnya. Saat masih menjalin kisah asmara dengan Direktur Rumah Sakit Ibu dan Anak itu, Bella terus diteror mantan istri Anugrah, hingga akhirnya dia menyerah dan meninggalkan sang Direktur. Lama tak mendengar kabar dari Anugrah, ternyata pria itu kembali menjalani rumah tangga dengan mantan istrinya. *** Berjumpa kembali setelah dua belas tahun berpisah, menjadi pertemuan paling mendebarkan bagi Bella dan Anugrah, yang masih menyimpan perasaan cinta satu sama lain. "Dua belas tahun aku mencari keberadaanmu. Aku pikir kita sudah benar-benar berakhir. Ternyata, ada ikatan yang tidak akan pernah bisa dihapus oleh apapun." Anugrah menatap wajah Bella, lekat. Kedua manik matanya berkaca-kaca, berharap bisa memeluk wanita cantik itu seperti dulu. "Bastian hadir bukan karena kesalahan, tapi keinginan kita berdua. Kamu ingatkan ... berulang kali aku mengatakan, aku akan menikahimu."

Amidst the dimly lit room, the tension was palpable as Clyde's vice-like grip closed around Isabella's neck. She struggled to gasp for air, her defiance clear in her eyes. "You are no one for me, do you understand?" Clyde hissed, his fingers digging into her skin. Isabella, her voice trembling but unwavering, met his intense gaze. "And you are the most darkly comedic and nightmarish chapter of my life." Clyde, cruel laughter in his eyes, flung her onto the bed with a brutal force that left her breathless. "Then let's make this chapter even more nightmarish," he taunted, a twisted grin dancing upon his lips. The story takes an electrifying turn when Isabella, longing for a peaceful visit to her grandmother, finds herself back in her home country. However, fate has other plans as Isabella's suitcase, filled with her belongings, gets exchanged with Clyde's bag - full of illicit weapons. Clyde, a dangerous figure entangled in the criminal underworld, cannot allow Isabella to simply walk away after discovering the dangerous secrets within the swapped bag. As the noose tightens, he's left with a limited choices: kill her or hold her captive, forever altering the course of both their lives. Amidst this high-stakes power struggle, a relentless battle for survival and freedom unfolds, painting the pages of this thrilling tale with suspense and danger.