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Lara Dela Cruz was a normal girl—well, normal in the sense that she was an overworked call center agent who hated her boss, loved iced coffee, and had mastered the art of sarcasm to survive the horrors of capitalism. But one night, while rushing home, she slipped on a puddle (thanks to her horrible luck) and hit her head hard on the pavement. When she woke up… she wasn’t in her world anymore. Instead, she found herself in a medieval kingdom, in the middle of a chaotic slave auction. And before she could even scream in protest, she was bought by the most feared man in the entire empire—Duke Alistair Von Nacht, also known as the Tyrant Duke. Now, instead of dealing with rude customers, she had to deal with an emotionally constipated warlord who could kill her with a flick of his fingers. But what’s worse? She might be falling for the grumpy tyrant.

A Dark Paranormal Romance | Fated Mates | Slow Burn Obsession He didn’t choose the curse. But now he can’t live without her. Talia Elowen lives a quiet life—drama-free, routine, and perfectly guarded. She doesn’t do emotional risks, doesn’t believe in fate, and definitely doesn’t fall for intense strangers with too many secrets and the kind of presence that makes breathing difficult. Then Ronan Thorne walks into her life. Tall, ruthless, and unshakably calm, Ronan carries a darkness he refuses to explain—and eyes that make promises he has no right to keep. Talia wants nothing to do with him. But when fate—and something far more dangerous—keeps pulling them together, she learns the truth. Ronan is cursed. A witch’s revenge binds him to a mate he never wanted… and can’t resist. Now he’s obsessed. She’s terrified. And neither of them can walk away. If Talia doesn’t help him break the curse, Ronan will lose control. But surrendering to him might cost her the one thing she’s fought her whole life to protect: her freedom. Perfect for fans of fated mates, grumpy alpha heroes, slow-burn tension, and heroines who don’t go down easy. CONTENT WARNING: Contains steamy tension, emotional angst, possessive supernatural men, and a heroine who refuses to be claimed—unless it’s on her terms.

James got to his feet and slowly advanced towards Lucien. His eyes suddenly predatory. “How much did my parents offer you to spy on me?” He repeated. Lucien froze in utter shock and fear, his soul instantly abandoning his body. How… the fuck did James know? He wondered in absolute horror. Did he slip up somewhere? It can't be! He's always careful! James placed his hand on Lucien's neck and leaned forward. “Cat got your tongue?” James inquired, his mint breath fanning Lucien's face. “Why don't you answer me, Lucien? How much did my parents offer you to risk your life like this?” Lucien couldn't speak. He was too scared to. At this moment, his body, mind and soul instantly froze. He could literally see his life flashing before his eyes. Was he going to die? He had seen how James countlessly murdered people in cold blood… would he do the same to him? “I'm willing to forgive for your betrayal, Lucien, because…” James leaned in and pressed his lips on Lucien's neck. Lucien flinched. “... I have a thing for you. Well, that's if and only if… you're willing to become my… perfect toy.” James leaned backward and glared into Lucien's eyes, his thumb slowly grazing his trembling lips. James smirked, “So cute. Make a choice now, Lucien! Die right here in the middle of this room… or be my toy!” *** Money was the only reason Lucien agreed to spy on his billionaire boss, who was secretly an underground Mafia leader. But sadly, money couldn't save him when he discovered that his boss had always known he was hired to spy on him from the get-go He had two choices, die brutally for his sick betrayal… or become a perfect toy for the most ruthless and dangerous man in existence!

He’s her arrogant boss. She’s his biggest headache. Neither expected to become family... or to fall this hard. Stella Blake is on a mission—climb the corporate ladder, crush her goals, and definitely not fall for the insufferable CEO standing in her way. Rhysand King is cold, controlling, and the kind of man who doesn’t take “no” for an answer—especially not from the fiery new exec shaking up his boardroom. But when a high-stakes merger throws them into close quarters—and an even bigger bombshell reveals their parents are about to say “I do”—their sizzling power struggle turns dangerously intimate. She can’t stand him. He doesn’t trust her. Too bad forbidden has never felt so right. Office tension turns into stolen kisses. Family dinners turn into secret glances. And just when they think it couldn’t get more complicated—secrets unravel, and hearts are put on the line. Enemies. Step-siblings. Lovers? In this scandalously addictive grumpy boss, enemies-to-lovers romance, get ready for boardroom battles, slow-burn heat, and a forbidden love story that breaks all the rules. One bed. Zero boundaries. And absolutely no chance of coming out unscathed.

Prologue Ashley KITS est une fille arrogante et impolie. Elle se croit tout permis car ses parents sont très riches. C'est ainsi, qu'elle fera souffrir un jeune homme du nom de Ray BRAND au cours de la terminale, dans son établissement "LES ÉLITES" pour une raison des plus inutiles. Ray va se promettre de ne pas l'oublier… 4 ans plus tard… << Mais non papa tu ne peux pas me faire ça ! >> Dit Ashley énervée << Si je peux te faire ça. >> Dit Mr. KITS avec un grand calme << C'est mon droit et je suis ton unique enfant. Alors comment peux-tu me refuser cela ? >> Dit Ashley encore toujours énervée << Va chercher du travail dans une entreprise et arrive à faire 1 an dans l'entreprise sans qu'on ne te renvoie et là, tu pourras venir travailler ici en tant qu'assistante ou Directeur adjoint que tu veux. >> Lui répliqua son père Ashley sortit du bureau de son père très furieuse après cette entrevue. Mais elle savait que son père était catégorique sur sa décision alors elle chercha de l'emploi et l'entreprise immobilière " BRAND Immobilier " accepta son dossier. C'est avec une grande joie qu'elle quitta la maison ce premier jour de travail avec sa voiture PRADO neuve en se disant qu'elle allait montrer à son père ce qu'elle vaut, mais une fois au bureau quelle ne fut sa surprise de découvrir que le patron, celui dont elle sera l'assistance n'est personne d'autre que Ray BRAND. << Toi ici ! >> Dit Ashley avec un visage remplit de surprise << Pardon ! On se connait vous et moi ? Ou mon travail se fera tout seul ?... >> Répliqua Ray le visage fermé << Désolée monsieur ! >> Répondit Ashley tout doucement au risque de perdre son boulot. Ces 1 an dans cette entreprise sera-t-il un enfer de haine pour Ashley ou un enfer d'amour ?