Hands Down

"You know, don't you?" I took a deep breath. His gaze was still on me. "What do you mean—" "Don't play dumb," he cut me off, and I swallowed. "I..." I paused and stared at the ground. "I don't know much... I don't know yet." "Do you know who I am?" I shook my head. "I know you're not normal." I looked up. "But I don't know why." His eyes flashed silver as I tried to read his expression, but came up empty. "I know your eyes change color because of your emotions. But I don't know what it means." As the room fell silent, he averted his gaze. ******* On her first day on campus, Rayline Hale, an average girl just starting college, never thought her world would change. That's when she meets Cole Spencer, a handsome young man who seems to be every girl's walking nightmare. With his cold stare and mysterious aura, Cole is a young man unlike any other. But behind his frightening appearance, Cole hides a secret that Rayline cannot understand. He is no ordinary man. This is the beginning of an adventure that will change Rayline's entire life. He opens the door to a world far beyond her imagination, where supernatural creatures roam and ancient secrets shroud human reality. The deeper Rayline digs for clues, the clearer the hidden truth becomes. But the closer she gets to Cole, the stronger her feelings for him become. The love that grows between them seems magical, though Rayline is terrified. How can she love someone who is not human?

"The heartless handsome". That's exactly what Aruna thinks about Sumit. But what comes as a surprise is when he doesn't hesitate to marry despite knowing her past. But then he too divulges his reasons for diving headlong into wedlock. The word 'love' seems to be nowhere in this matrimony. [Sequel : MEANT TO BE MARRIED]

I dated my younger brother’s best friend, Dylan Lane, for three years. More than once, he told me how much he loathed arranged marriages and how he hated being chained by family interests. However, one night, after another bout of indulgence, he wrapped his arms around me and begged me sweetly to design a wedding ring for his fiancée—someone he had never even met. The smile froze on my face, yet he just said indifferently, “Aren’t people like us all destined to marry for our families' benefit?” Seeing the blood drain from my face, he even chuckled. “Vee, don’t you tell me you're still as naïve as a 20-year-old girl, thinking I would ever marry you? At most, we're just… pillow friends." Later, I agreed to the marriage my family had arranged for me. Dylan showed up on my wedding day, disheveled and red-eyed. He fell to his knees and begged me not to leave. I stood beside my new husband, hand in hand, and smiled faintly as I chuckled. “Didn’t you say people like us were born for arranged marriages? I’m simply doing what you always wanted me to do. Shouldn’t you be happy?”

Oh my goodness! "You... You killed him" My lips trembled as I spoke. My eyes focused on Cyrus blood which was spreading out. "Your turn, Step Sister" ******** Betrayed by her lover, Grisella Morretti falls into the trap of Don Raniero, her foster brother who was a ruthless Mafia Boss. To Don Raniero, she was a gold thief that he had to teach some sort of lesson and extract a heavy price for crossing him. But what he doesn't know is that Grisella's capture is just merely a pawn in her own game of REVENGE. Put on your seatbelt as we dive into this gripping tale of secrets, lies and hidden truths.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT! An EROTIC-ROMANCE story! *** Since high school, Isla Peterson, a college student, had a crush on her brother's closest friend. She wished to be noticed by the man not just as a young sister, but also as a lover. She begged her brother, Apollo, to invite him to her 18th birthday party. Because her brother adores her, he eventually agreed. She was overjoyed when her long-time crush arrived—her wish had been granted. After reaching the legal age, Isla relaxed during her after-party and assured her brother that she would only drink a little. However, she got drunk and involved herself in a situation that forever changes her life. She had sex with her long-time crush, Zero, the famed womanizer. Zero Cohen is a well-known monster in bed who prefers extreme sex over making out. He only had one rule: "keep up with his pace," and he will lavish you with joy. Zero didn't realize it was Isla he claimed that night because they were both drunk at the time. And he admits, the lady was too good for first-timers. He began to crave her body, and every time he saw her, his pet hardened and desired to delve deeper into her core. But can they really expect to go very far in this game? What if they have to face their difficulties? Will one of them give up, or will they fight? What could it bring if the playboy faces his downfall?

I stare at the email on my screen, unable to move my fingers. Tomorrow is our company's crucial product launch, and I just learn that the patent for the algorithm I spent three years developing is now filed under Matthew Ashford's new assistant, Sophie Bennett. I storm into Matthew's office to confront him. Sophie sits on his desk with her legs crossed, looking completely innocent. She claims that she filled out the form by mistake. "It's just a clerical error. The patent still belongs to the company. What's the big deal?" Matthew stands up from his chair, positioning himself in front of Sophie. I can't believe what I am hearing. "Matthew, this is my research!" "Emma, you're thirty-five. Why are you picking a fight with a twenty-three-year-old intern?" He frowns. Then, he turns to Sophie. "Starting tomorrow, you're the new CTO. Emma needs… some time off." I'm utterly stunned. A decade of marriage and five years dedicated to building a company together have been shattered by a few casual words from him. Thirty minutes later, Sophie posts a photo on social media of herself sitting on Matthew's lap. They are both clinking champagne glasses. "So lucky to have the best boss ever. I'll make sure to be his loyal kitten." Below that, Matthew leaves a comment—three red heart emojis. I shut my laptop and pick up my phone. "Hello. Is this Mr. David Langley from Novara Group of Sundale Valley? This is Emma Whitmore. I've changed my mind. I'm ready to join you." I pause. "And by the way, about that unreleased algorithm upgrade, I have the complete technical blueprint. Make me an offer." Later, I fly to Tallisport with an eight-figure check in hand, while Matthew goes frantic trying to find me.

Lara only wanted one thing in her life: to be happy with her child and husband. However, that simple wish was shattered when Seno, her husband, cheated on her with his secretary. It didn't end there; Lara was also confronted with mysteries about Seno's seemingly endless wealth. Lara's encounter with an old acquaintance, who also happened to be her mother's killer, made her life even more difficult. Lara felt completely powerless. Doctor Andre became the one person she didn't want to see. Ironically, he was the only one Lara could trust. "I will never let you suffer, Lara."

Raditya izin untuk menikahi Sandra yang telah hamil. Tuan Anggara emosi mencekik Raditya lalu membawa dengan mobil ke arah perkebunan. Pria separuh baya ini berencana menguburkan di sana. Tubuh Raditya dimasukkan peti, tetapi dia berubah pikiran. Tuan Anggara keluar gudang mencari penjaga perkebunan. Raditya siuman lalu keluar gudang. Kemudian datang Mahendra yang mabuk dan tertidur dalam peti. Tuan Anggara dibantu penjaga mengangkat peti ke dalam mobil lalu membawanya pulang. Pria itu mengubur peti di bawah lantai dapur. Setahun kemudian, Sandra yang depresi kerasukan roh Mahendra lalu membongkar lantai dapur. Tuan Anggara pun ditangkap polisi dengan tuduhan pembunuhan dan memaksa aborsi Sandra. Motif Tuan Anggara membunuh Raditya, karena beranggapan Raditya adalah anak biologisnya dengan Maya. Dia tak menginginkan janin hasil incest di perut Sandra. Raditya adalah anak panti asuhan yang diadopsi oleh pasutri Wiratama. Tuan Anggara telah mengetahui bahwa Raditya adalah anak yang dititipkan oleh Maya. Raditya mendatangi Sandra untuk mengajak nikah. Namun sayang, hati Sandra telah tertambat kepada Vino. Raditya yang kecewa mengadu kepada Maya. Selama ini Raditya bersembunyi di rumah Maya. Wanita ini meminta bantuan dukun. Dengan ilmu hitam, Sandra dibuat kesakitan dan linglung layaknya orang gila. Vino yang tahu bahwa gilanya Sandra karena ilmu guna-guna, memberi imbalan banyak uang agar dukun melepaskan ilmu jahatnya. Raditya dan Maya yang merasa dikhianati lalu membunuh dukun dengan racun. Keduanya pun ditangkap polisi. Di saat bersamaan, jasad Mahendra dibawa kabur oleh raja serigala. Mahendra yang telah mati dihidupkan kembali untuk alat balas dendam kepada Tuan Anggara. Raja serigala marah karena kawasan hutan kekuasaannya telah dijadikan tambang batu bara oleh Tuan Anggara. Raja bertekat ingin menjadikan Sandra dan Mahendra sebagai pasangan pengantin abadi. Darah incest mereka adalah sumber keabadian raja serigala. Vino menyembunyikan Sandra di rumah keluarganya. Sandra pun tahu bahwa Vino adalah seorang vampire yang menyamar untuk melindungi darah suci dalam tubuhnya.

 : Ashley was forced to marry a crippled old man to save her mom's life. When she woke up the next day, she saw a stunning man beside her, she clutched onto him tightly and his forehead. "I want to continue living in this dreamland, there is a handsome Man here! She murmured half sleep. She touched his   " oh my God, he has broad shoulders and chocolate abs, she thought and momentarily licked her lips. " Holy heavens, don't let me wake up, I'm just going to stay married to him here in my dream! All those thoughts were going on in her head. Ashley opened her eyes slowly and saw a man beside her, he wasn't the man she married. "Hey beautiful" his hoarse and deep voice came through. Ashley shoved him and he stumbled to the floor. " Ouch…. my waist" he in pain. "Help!. There is an intruder here!

Andrea Zeyn Ellias, a rich women and a famous model. Hindi masyadong nakikipagusap sa mga tao opposite sa kanyang best friend na madaldal. Even Andrea shows to everyone her bad side they still love her until Zantyr come. Maraming nagalit sakanya because akala nila inagaw niya ang lalaki sa kanyang girlfriend. But not everyone hates her because her fans still believe that Andrea is innocent. Zantyr is a Singer and Actor, nag plano siya na umalis sa showbiz nagalit ang mga fans ni Zantyr kay Andrea kasi akala nila si Andrea ang nagtulak kay Zantyr na umalis sa showbiz. Maraming nagalit kay Andrea, minumura siya at dumami rin ang death threats sakanya. Hindi niya pinansin o pinakinggan ang lahat ng sinabi nila para hindi masira and relasyon nilang dalawa ni Zantyr until someone approached her and said "Your boyfriend is my father"