Open Waters

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Step into a world where reality and fantasy collide in the thrilling continuation of an epic gaming saga. In a virtual underground game devoid of safety nets, players battle for power, wealth, and their very survival. Mike's desperate bid to escape the clutches of death leads him into this treacherous realm, but the line between life and death blurs as the game's dangers loom large. Amidst the chaos, Mike must make allies, confront enemies, and decipher whom to trust in this high-stakes digital universe. Join Mike and his eclectic party as they embark on a gripping journey, where self-discovery and growth mix with every level gained. Will he find a way to cheat death in both the game and the real world, or is his fate sealed? Prepare for an adventure like no other, where destiny hangs by a thread, and the murky waters of the Game hold the key to Mike's salvation.

"I looked up, and his lips crashed into mine slowly at first, tentative, like he was testing the waters, then deeper, hungrier, as if a dam had broken." Emily is the heiress of the Billionaire Arquette Family. Her high class life is all about her work and strict self caring/improving routine. After hiring Eduardo as her new bodyguard, her life begins to change... At first Eduardo becomes her secret lover. They have secret affairs behind the doors... Then one day, her father reveals his dark mafia side to force her marry a billionaire heir. Will she accept the marriage or follow her heart? Will Eduardo allow her to marry a stranger? What about The Billionaire Heir; is he a total stranger or has Emily ever met him already?

"She never knew her father's secrets would cost her freedom. Aria's life changes forever when Cassian Romano storms into her world, demanding payment for a debt she never knew existed. Cold, ruthless, and devastatingly handsome, Chicago's most feared mafia boss takes what her father can't repay—her. But captivity isn't what terrifies Aria most. It's how her body betrays her every time Cassian's dark eyes linger on her. How her pulse races when his fingers graze her skin. She should hate him, fight him, yet she finds herself drowning in the dangerous waters of their forbidden attraction. Some debts can be paid in cash. Others demand your soul."

LOSING FAITH: They decide to open their marriage to outside adventures, and she goes further than they agreed.ROLL THE DICE: He was sent to open a new office and discovers a lady with a tragic past who he can’t get out of her mind.TO BE CHERISHED: She was caught cheating, and even though he’s willing to take her back, she isn’t sure she wants to go.HIS TO COMMAND: He was sent to Savannah to avoid scandal, but scandal seems to like to follow him.SHARING HEARTS: A love triangle that started in Losing Faith continues as the three people in the relationship struggle to find their way.Dive into The Rutherford Series with sexy heroines and the powerful men who can’t get enough of them as they each find their way in the world of business as well as the steamier side of relationships.Each of these sizzling romance novels has a happily-ever-after and no cliffhangers!The Rutherford Series is created by R.C. Wynne, an eGlobal Creative Publishing author.

Born into a noble pack, Veronica is raised by her abusive family. She is then offered to Alpha Logan as compensation by her stepbrother Marcus. Alpha Logan has a reputation for being ruthless. With no home to return back to, Veronica slowly starts to open her heart to the cold and pale Alpha despite their rocky introduction.

Before my crazy grandmother died, she gave me three walnuts. According to her last wish, I cracked open the first walnut on my twenty-fifth birthday. Inside the walnut was a slip of paper. 'Go to the skybridge and grovel at the first beggar you meet' was the instruction written on it. When I looked at the note, I could feel my cheeks burning with embarrassment. Still, I did as told. To my surprise, the beggar turned out to be an undercover cop. Only later did I learn that I had long been targeted by human traffickers, and the bow had saved my life. As for the second walnut, my grandmother told me to crack it open before I got married. When I put on my wedding dress, ready to marry the policeman who saved me, I happily opened it. This time, there was a crumpled old photograph inside. In the photo, my fiancé was smiling as he strangled another bride.

Gu small warm force pushes open the front door of President's office, "Si Chen, tonight you... " When see clearly in front of the scene on the SOFA, Gu Xiaonuan the rest of the words are stuck in the throat, her eyes are red, strong hold do not let tears fall down.

When wealthy businessman Richard Wilson cut ties with his daughter, Haley, for marrying the charming but untrustworthy Ethan Hall, she must navigate uncharted waters to build a new life and prove herself as a capable individual. However, as Ethan's infidelity rages on, Haley soon discovers that marrying the love of her life was her life's biggest mistake. Her father was right, but Haley is determined to make the best of what fate has dealt her. She moves on, but soon realizes that her ex-husband is now the biggest obstacle in her way, threatening to tear down all that her family has built. Now, Haley must confront the truth about those she loves and the legacy she wants to create. Will she find success and happiness on her own terms, or will the weight of family expectations and her own doubts hold her back?

Frustrated by the mounting tuition fees, Zella was desperate to open an online wife service through social media. At first everything went well, she got a man with a fantastic fee. But after the contract ended, she began to regret it and wished time would turn back to when she didn't know the man.