Leveling Up With The Sword

Cheryl Jacqueline Alejandro, her life is full of perfection. A charming, beautiful face, seductive body goals, rich parents who always give everything, also a handsome fiancé who loves her so much. Carlos never left her, never had an affair, and was attracted to other women. Carlos just stares at her, never turns to anyone. However, Carlos' loyalty just made her feel curious with foreign gazes that watched her like a hungry lion. Rafael Frederich Wagner, a man she knows as her sister-in-law's ex-boyfriend. In a smoldering fire game, Cheryl finds herself on the run with Rafael from pursuing a foreign mob who is trying to catch him. In her heart, there was a big question mark about who was the man who was running holding her hand. Who is the man who looks so thirsty when staring at her body? Who is the man who dares to burn her skin with a hot seductive kiss? And then, Cheryl is in a tremendous vacillation between continuing her life with her fiancé or choosing another line with the new man in her life. The man who made her fall in love differently, faster, smoldering, and made her crave a foreign desire that surged in her body. Forbidden, but kept calling her to come closer, as if calling her name in a seductive voice. *** Should I fight the world for you? —Rafael Frederick Wagner— Should I fight the world with you? — Cheryl Jacqueline Alejandro—

There should be a fine line between love, obsession, and addiction, but for Zohan Salvatore, all of these feelings were mixed, creating a monster out of him. Gloria Hensler moved to California in search of work to support her sick brother, Josh Chen. But when she witnesses a gruesome incident of death and becomes the only eyewitness, Zohan Salvatore, the leader of the mafia gang, The Carnival, hunts her down and finds a new means to entertain himself. As he forces her to sign a marriage contract to become a member of The Carnival she gets entangled in a mess of illegal activities, forced love, and betrayal with her friends. What will happen when his twisted and hateful idea of tormenting her starts to make him addicted to her? And what will Gloria do when she unveils her family secrets and tends to the demon she's tied to?

Victoria Jefferson is a distracted, inexperienced, and clumsy nurse, who is transferred from her hometown to one of the most important hospitals in London. Her bad luck makes her fall into the hands of Dr. Dustin Mark. Dustin Mark is the most famous doctor in all of England, due to his great intellect, while his great attractiveness makes him one of the most sought-after bachelors in the city. The young doctor is an arrogant, intelligent, and unattainable man. Nurse Jefferson's clumsiness and destiny cause two very different worlds to come together and a sexual bond is born between Mark and Jefferson. Can arrogant and ruthless men ever love?

Bored with her strict, lonely upbringing, Alina, the Alpha’s only heir, is thrust into the adventure of a lifetime. After her pack is attacked on her eighteenth birthday, she attempts to flee and is rescued by Josh, a young guard warrior with a cheeky attitude and impulsive nature. They find themselves lost in the eerie Jade Willow Forest, caught in the battle for power between the dark fae of the Obsidian Court, and the friendly tricksters of the Ivory Court. Being polar opposites themselves, the two clash, with Alina despising his chaotic personality and Josh finding her uptight princess vibe annoying. However, as they try to escape the dangers of the forest, they find they only have each other to rely on, and maybe they judged each other too soon. Over the course of their epic journey, Alina finds that not everyone can be trusted. Will she put her faith in the right people? And can she finally claim her rightful place as the first female Alpha?

21-year-old Emma is sold at an underground auction by her own father where she gets involved into the dangerous world of Dante Rossi, a 30-year-old billionaire mafia boss known for his ruthless reputation. Feared by all and living in isolated luxury, Dante’s mansion becomes both a prison and a place of unexpected refuge for Emma. Despite her initial hatred for the man who bought her, Emma's fiery spirit begins to intrigue Dante, sparking a constant battle of their fierce personalities. As Emma navigates the dangerous underworld, she uncovers layers of Dante’s mysterious persona, revealing a man scarred by a violent past and bound by a strict code of honor. The tension between them ignites a passionate and dangerous dance, transforming hatred into an all-consuming love affair. In a world where trust is rare and enemies lurk in every shadow, Emma and Dante’s love becomes their greatest strength—and their biggest vulnerability.

Andreas Sanders daringly returned to Ashford City in order to escape from his engagement party that was to be held in Paris. He would never accept an arranged marriage that would clearly trap him further in his own family's game. Therefore, he realized that there was only one thing to do now. That is to secure a beneficial marriage. Love and fairy tales were unnecessary. The only thing Andreas needed was an intelligent woman who could engage in mentally stimulating debates with him. Luckily, Andreas found her in the form of his friend's secretary. She was tall and elegant, dressed in a tailored suit with long pants, supported by seven-centimeter-high heels, with wavy hair, red lipstick, and, of course, a sharp tongue. A truly perfect combination. The woman that Andreas desired. Vlora Anderson. * 2nd book of seri 'The CEO'

Roxanne seems to have the perfect life. Fairytale romance, doting family, a passion for the violin. The only imperfect areas of her life, like her elder brother's best friend, Florian, with whom she had shared her first kiss years ago, is carefully tucked away and paid no attention. That is until after she receives a call from an unknown number the night before her wedding. Damien, her fiance was supposedly taking some time with his friends at a country house, but after the caller prompted her to check the exclusive strip club in downtown California, Roxanne's blood runs cold. She drives all the way there, and to her greatest disappointment and heartbreak, her fears are confirmed, as the first sight to greet was her fiance and three other women all bent over. The sight is nauseating, and she could barely make her way out of the club when suddenly, Billionaire heir and her brother's best friend, Florian, appears out of nowhere. He offers to take her home, but during the drive, Roxanne changes her mind. The last thing she wants is to go home right now. The first thing on her mind was revenge, and she had the perfect person driving her. She would allow herself to use him for that one night, but was she really using him?

When Lana signs a marriage contract with the enigmatic Dax Salvatore, she believes she’s securing not just a lifeline but a chance at a new future. Her dreams of life-saving heart surgery come with a staggering price—a commitment to Dax for one year, with a payout of ten million dollars hanging in the balance. It seems like a fair trade until it becomes a tantalizing gamble that intertwines her fate with not just Dax but his fierce and unpredictable brother, Xavier. As the days turn into a whirlwind of shared secrets and unexpected emotions, Lana finds herself caught in a mesmerizing tug-of-war between the brothers—each pulling her further into a world of desire, connection, and conflict. Dax, with his protective charm, promises safety, while Xavier brings a thrill that leaves her questioning everything. Amidst the chaos of their intertwined lives, Lana grapples with what truly matters—her heart’s health or the unexpected love blossoming around her. With stakes mounting and the year counting down, can Lana navigate the complexities of attraction, loyalty, and her own ambitions? Will she emerge with the ten million dollars and the chance for a new life, or will she risk it all for the chance at a love that transforms her in ways she never anticipated? *** "You can't escape us, Lana, we own you," Dax sniffed my neck. But I could not move, Xavier's arms were around me, keeping me in place. "Please, I will pay back every cent that you paid me for the contract," I begged. "No, Lana, we both want to share you. Your contract will be mended," Xavier replied as he breathed on my neck, causing the hair on it to stand up.

Si Sofia Ramos lumaki sa isang orphanage. Musmos pa lamang, naintindihan niya na kung gaano kaimportante ang pera sa mundo. Kaya naman, nang makalabas na sa kinalakihang orphanage, napagpasyahan niyang makipagsapalaran sa syudad kahit ano pang trabaho ang pasukin niya. Pero isang lalaki lang pala ang mag-iiba at magaangat sa kaniya sa buhay. Sino nga ba ang lalaking ito na nagbigay ng kulay sa kaniyang walang kulay na buhay?

Jeff Pritchet isn’t much different from other teenage boys, with one exception. His monstrous, spider-like appearance and loner persona make him a target for bullying, when all he wants is a friend who sees beyond the surface.The unconventional pair find themselves marked for hatred, and when his bond to Aarav is threatened, Jeff discovers a sinister side he never knew he had, proving that, when pushed too far, emotions can be deadlier than venom.©️ Crystal Lake Publishing