Golden Facade Novels & Stories

“Ready, Holly!” “Wicked. So, the ground underneath us’ll be completely frozen solid.” Hollis clicked her tongue, rolling her window down to quickly hand over a five dollar bill to the heavy set woman sitting behind the booth. “You’ll probably want to hold onto my arm the entire time, and I’m pretty confident you’ve never done anything like this before.”

The rest of the jewelry was impressively designed, but nothing, in her opinion, matched that pretty set. She glanced at Fallon, found him near, yet conversing with another man as she window-shopped. He caught her eye, smiled, and waved her on. Since he seemed content, she was more than happy to keep looking. “Good morning. Would you like a manicure or a haircut?” an older woman with a hopeful smile greeted her as she moved to the next stall. Before Rain could decline, Fallon stepped forward and paid the woman. “Pamper her,” he told the shopkeeper. “My ward is being very patient with my preoccupation and deserves the reward.” Giving Rain a dazzling grin white enough to keep her blinking, he t

History has always been one of my favorite subjects in school, so needless to say I was enthralled by his knowledge and I’m thoroughly enjoying myself on this date. The sun is starting to set now and it appears we are about ready to dock the gondola...but it’s not at the same place we boarded. Lucifer speaks something in Italian to the gondolier holding the accordion as he stands. The gondolier nods and replies in Italian. I watch as Lucifer bends over and throws a hundred Euro into what I assume is the tip jar before he turns his attention to me. “Ready, love?” I nod and turn to the gondoliers. “Thank you.” They both smile and nod at me before Lucifer climbs out of the boat, offering his ha

"Please wait a moment, Mr. Gray!" When Ashton turned back around, he saw Cadence reluctantly retrieving a sparkling diamond from his pocket, saying, "This is The Lustra. It's a one-of-a-kind diamond that can display a rainbow under intense light. It was the masterpiece of the most renowned expert jeweler, Keenan Manning. "I hope you'll accept it as a token of my respect." "No need." "You must accept it, Mr. Gray. I won't be able to rest easy otherwise!" Cadence insisted.

*Hazel* The room was unexpectedly large and modernly furnished. I had anticipated complete darkness, thinking it would mirror the outside night, but I was immediately shocked. It was nothing like I imagined. The room was themed in gold and white, making it sparkle and feel almost ethereal, as if every surface had been touched by sunlight. The décor was elegant yet comfortable, a perfect balance between luxury and warmth.

All my best ideas get caught up in the mediocre ones, so I find myself leaping from plan to plan. I promise I’ll try to keep to the point. Don’t make me turn the charm on you too. I've got sex appeal and I'm not afraid to use it. As long as you’re not a shifter too? Anyway, the casino, now that was one of my very best ideas. The Gilded Falcon. My pride and joy. Rich red carpets, a dozen red felt topped playing tables with rich mahogany everywhere else. I went against gold. Too much gold always looks tacky, too little looks like you can’t afford it, so none.

She replied with some good questions. “It’s too early to tell if there is to be another war, I knew this would be hard for you due to you dad’s passing in the last one, I would listen to Sapphire if she has advised that there will be then this might be the case and you will be ready. You are strong and powerful in your own right and the goddess always has a plan. I think she might be the only golden wolf; this could be a great thing being very rare or could be bad as some might seek you out for selfish reasons.” I explained as she nodded along with my answers.

My knees buckled, and Reagan caught me. I clung to him, burying my face in his chest as the rain finally began to fall. Then, like magic, from the ashes where Hayden had vanished, a soft golden glow flickered. My breath caught. The Alpha ring… Once corrupted, twisted by greed—now hovered gently above the forest floor, its golden hue bright and clean, no longer pulsing with darkness. It shimmered like a star, humming softly in the air as if it had found peace. As if he had.