Endless Paths Level 5

“When we grow up, you should fall in love with me, woo me, propose to me, marry me, and love and cherish me for the rest of your life. You must treat me like a Queen.” Lil told the brooding, handsome boy. “But these are all the things I should do. What will you do?” Nat asked the chirpy little girl in front of him. “I will grow up to be an outstanding lady and give you a happy family so you can smile every day,” She replied matter-of-factly. Thirteen years later, on the day of their marriage, he whispered to her, “Did you think you could be my wife because you schemed and trapped me into this? You can enjoy the vacant position of Mrs. Smith that you covet so much. But you will never have a place in my heart and life.” She disappeared the day after their marriage. What will happen when they cross paths seven years later as spouses turned strangers turned business partners? He has already forgotten he was even married. But she could never forget him, try as she may. But she has her secrets to protect and can’t tell him who he is to her as he tries to navigate his feelings.

Yūri: I was raised in this world of shadows, violence, and blood. It isn't the life I would choose, but I don't get a choice. I'm my father's only child and heir. I've been groomed to lead our clan's yakuza. I want to be free. And one way or another, I'm going to be. I just need to get away from my family and avoid the sexy detective who's on my tail. Hibiki: This case could make or break my career. I'm pretty sure my captain gave me the Kitsune case just to see me fail. No one has been able to catch her, and now I'm expected to. It would be easier to focus on the case if I could stop daydreaming about that naked protestor. I didn't even get her name. This book is a prequel/sequel to The Princes of Ravenwood. You do not need to have read The Princes of Ravenwood to enjoy this book, but it is encouraged. Ravenwood Series Reading Order: Book 1 - The Princes of Ravenwood Book 2 - Chasing Kitsune Book 3 - Expect The Unexpected Book 4 - Out Of My League Book 5 - Man's Best Wingman

"Now, let's discuss sexual experience," he says, his tone matter-of-fact. "It's essential for me to understand your level of comfort and any potential concerns in that aspect." I feel my cheeks flush, the topic leaving me feeling exposed and vulnerable. I take a moment to gather my thoughts before responding honestly, "I... I have not had previous experiences, but I am willing to learn. And... and I can assure you that I am absolutely clean." Alexander's gaze softens, and he almost seems surprised. But he eventually gives a soft laugh as he says, "I understand. Moreover, you still need to go through some tests to ensure that it is a smooth process." *********************** Hi, I’m Sophia, an ordinary college student. I have a happy family and two handsome roommates, but because of an accident, I had to secretly become a surrogate mother in order to pay for my father's enormous medical expenses. What I don't know is that the intended father, a polite and distinguished 34-year-old man, is the most influential and mysterious figure in the city. And what is beyond my control is when I give birth, I’m shocked to discover that my twin babies have wolf ears!

"I think you enjoyed at least part of your punishment last night, sweetheart." "No," I whispered, my voice barely audible, my eyes still on his hand, on his fingers as they drew small circles that made my toes curl on my exposed, sensitive skin. He moved closer to me, making a small gasp push past my lips as I looked up, our gazes colliding. "Relax. Do you know what the fun part is, Lana? It doesn't always have to be a punishment. It could be something... exciting too. Something you'll most definitely like." — To save her entire family from the Stravkos Mafia - which was the most powerful Mafia family in Tuscany, Italy - Twenty-two-year old Solana Williams agrees to take her sister's place and becomes a sacrificial lamb - becoming Abel Stravkos' wife. Theirs is just a mere marriage of convenience, but Solana is embittered, vowing revenge for all they did to her family. Abel Stravkos has no need of a wife, but with his cold-hearted father handling the helm of affairs, he's helpless to object. His heart isn't tied to this strange, beautiful, vengeful woman who's been forced down his throat. But the line between love and hate is thin, and Solana's staunch disobedience to his orders, fuels his need to control her in every way possible. Driven by revenge, and an undeniable passion sizzling just beneath the surface, it's only a matter of time before their attraction for each other becomes apparent, much to the dismay of his father and mistress who become forces, trying to pull them apart. Will they ever rise above obstacles lodged in their paths and get their happily-ever-after?

“Why can’t I hit you?” Thomas yells, smacking the belt close to her feet. “Why,” he smacks it on the door above her head. “Why, why” to the right and left sides of her body. Melina trembles against the door with her eyes closed and head tucked between her knees. She jumps, sniffing Thomas’ cologne, and tries to hide more. He’s probably bending down. “I want to hurt you, Melina, but I can’t. Tell me why I can’t. Tell me why,” she bites her lips to muffle her sobs as she fears they will exacerbate her situation. “ look at me when I am talking to you,” Thomas says, grabbing her hair and pulling her head up. “I am- so-r-r-r-y,” she says as she turns to face him with her tear-stained face and bloodshot eyes. ******** Melina Davis was born with the face and body of a goddess. Her heart was as beautiful as her, but it never did her any good. Melina was the most unlucky woman in this world when it came to love. Her first love was an abusive con artist who made sure to exploit Melina's kindness. The second one who Melina felt was genuinely worthy of owing her heart was far more dangerous than her first. His name is Thomas Costanzo. He is the second in command of the Costanzo mafia. He was highly feared in the mafia world. Some even feared him more than the don of the Costanzo mafia. Melina didn't know she shouldn't cross him, and she did. She broke the heart of one of the most feared men on this earth, and now, he is out searching for her. Once he finds her, Melina will wish she never crossed paths with him.

Elowen has always been an outcast—an omega in a world ruled by powerful Alphas, tormented by her vicious stepmother and unwanted by her pack. When she’s forced to attend Ironfang  Alpha Academy, infamous for its ruthless students, she hopes to disappear into the shadows. But fate has other plans. On her first day, she crosses paths with one of the notorious triplet Alphas who rule the academy with fear. In a shocking twist, Theron claims her as his mate, revealing her omega status to the entire school. But that’s not the worst of it—Ronan, the youngest of the triplets, is her mate too. And the most terrifying of all, Alaric, their eldest brother, hates omegas more than anything.  The triplets hold her fate in their hands, and while the mate bond pulls them together, Elowen can’t escape them now.  With secrets unravelling and danger lurking around every corner, will she survive long enough to understand why the Moon Goddess gave her not one, but three Alpha mates?

“Once upon a time, I got pregnant by my boss and as a result, developed a deep, deep hatred for men. Cole Frost and I were never to cross paths again after that night, so what was he doing six years later, paying 300,000 dollars to get me? What was he doing, melting my daughter’s heart? Focus, Clarissa!”

Ikuti IG : zhu.phi Arc 1 : Kisah Pendekar di Pulau Pek Long (Bab 1-93) Tamat Arc 2 : Pencarian Alam Naga Langit (Bab 94-137) Tamat Suatu ramalan kuno yang sudah jutaan tahun terpendam di Bumi Karimun (Chenghu The) tepatnya di Benua Arkandaria menjelaskan munculnya Naga Langit atau Tian Long yang akan membelah langit dan menimbulkan kiamat di seluruh negeri. Hanya Ksatria Naga Phoenix yang bisa mengalahkan Naga Langit ini di tempat asalnya untuk mencegah kemunculannya. Sayangnya sudah ratusan ribu tahun sepanjang sejarah Kerajaan Arkandaria berdiri, belum pernah muncul Ksatria Naga Phoenix yang sangat sakti karena merupakan penggabungan Naga yang hebat dengan burung Phoenix yang sakti. Kisah ini kemudian hanya menjadi dongeng belaka untuk pengantar tidur penduduk Arkandaria. Zhu Fei yang terlahir dari pasangan Naga Phoenix dan Ksatria Naga diramalkan akan menjadi Ksatria Naga Phoenix pertama oleh Peramal Sakti Lu Ming dari Organisasi Merak Suci (Holy Peacock Sect). Untuk memenuhi ramalan dari Peramal Sakti ini, Zhu Fei yang baru berumur 5 tahun sudah harus dikirim ke Pulau Pek Long untuk menjalani pelatihan yang terberat dalam hidupnya melebihi Naga Cilik biasa, Berhasilkah Zhu Fei memenuhi takdirnya untuk menjadi Ksatria Naga Phoenix? Atau Ksatria Naga Phoenix ini hanyalah dongeng penduduk Arkandaria semata? Benarkah Naga Langit ini akan muncul kembali? Berhasilkah Ksatria Naga Phoenix mencegah kehancuran dunia? Ikuti terus ya petualangan Zhu Fei untuk menemukan jawabannya.

계약 결혼 5년째, 심지우는 변승현이 밖에서 사랑스럽고 매혹적인 애인을 두고 있다는 사실을 알게 되었음에도 묵묵히 참는 길을 택했다. 그러나 그녀는 어느 날 자신이 친자식처럼 아끼던 아들이 변승현과 그 애인 사이에서 태어난 아이였다는 사실을 알게 된다. 그제야 그녀는 이 결혼이 처음부터 사기극이었음을 깨달았다. 애인은 조강지처 행세를 하며 변승현이 작성한 이혼 합의서를 들고 심지우를 찾아왔다. 그날 심지우는 자신이 임신했다는 사실을 알게 되었다. 남편이 바람났다면 버리면 될 일이고 아들이 불륜녀의 자식이라면 다시 돌려주면 될 일. 미련 없이 사랑을 버린 심지우는 당당한 본모습으로 홀로서기 시작한다. 예전에 그녀를 업신여기던 친척들은 뒤늦게 후회하며 앞다투어 그녀에게 아첨하고 한때 그녀를 비웃던 재벌가 자제들도 뒤늦게 그녀에게 거액을 들이는 것도 마다하지 않고 구애하기 시작하며 다른 여자 아래에 있으며 그녀의 소중함을 깨닫게 된 아이조차도 뒤늦게 눈물을 흘리며 그녀에게 애원했다. ... 그날 밤, 심지우는 낯선 번호로 걸려 온 전화를 받았다. 수화기 너머 술에 취한 변승현의 목소리가 들려왔다. “지우야, 그 사람 프러포즈 받아들이면 안 돼. 난 아직 이혼 서류에 사인 안 했어.”

Alpha Nero's world shattered when his Luna, Camellia, disappeared without a trace five years ago, taking their unborn child with her. Endless searches yielded nothing, leaving Nero in a perpetual state of anguish and rage, desperate to find any sign of his lost family. He didn't expect to find her five years later, halfway across the world with no memory of him. She looks as beautiful as the day she vanished, but there's no flicker of recognition in her eyes. Instead, she's busy serving customers, her smile warm and welcoming, with a little boy at her side— a spitting image of Nero himself. Camellia doesn't remember Nero or the life they once shared, and Nero is torn between the joy of finding her and the agony of her amnesia. Determined to win his family back and find out what happened to her, Nero begins a careful, strategic approach. Can he trigger her lost memories and remind her of the love they once shared? And will he be able to protect her and their son from the dangers that still lurk in the shadows? Side Story 1 - Osiris: The Broken Brother Side Story 2 - Orion: Shattered Bond