Puzzle & Dragons Z

Als mein Verlobter Draven mich zum 99. Mal einfach auflegte, schleppte ich mich zur Familienkirche. Die Diagnose eines terminalen Nierenversagens hielt ich gekrampft in der Hand. „Vater, ich möchte mich von der Familie Rocci lossagen und meine Verlobung mit Draven Frost beenden.“ Kaum hatte ich die Worte ausgesprochen, stürmten meine Eltern mit meiner Adoptivschwester Bianca herein. Mein Vater, der Consigliere der Familie, zögerte keine Sekunde. Vor den Augen des Priesters schlug er mir ins Gesicht. „Dein Verlobter ist ein respektierter Capo in unserer Welt – und du wagst es, ihn so zu beleidigen? Du ziehst den Namen unserer Familie vor der ganzen Organisation in den Dreck!“ Meine Mutter riss mir die Diagnose aus der Hand, überflog sie und verzog verächtlich das Gesicht. „Stellst du dich schon wieder krank, nur um Aufmerksamkeit zu erhaschen? Was willst du nun?“ Meine Adoptivschwester Bianca klammerte sich an die Arme unserer Eltern, ihre Stimme von Tränen erstickt. „Es tut mir so leid, Schwester. Nimm du meinen Platz auf der Gala. Bitte, bereite Mama und Papa einfach keinen weiteren Ärger!“ Ich wischte das Blut ab, das aus meiner Nase tropfte, und wiederholte ruhig meine Worte an den Priester. „Ich bin nicht länger eine Tochter der Familie Rocci. Ich bin einer Allianz mit den Frosts nicht würdig.“ „In drei Tagen liege ich im Grab. Bis dahin will ich diese Verlobung aufgelöst haben.“

Im siebten Jahr unserer Liebe erbte Leo die Alpha-Position seines verstorbenen Bruders. Und auch die Witwe seines Bruders, die vorherige Luna, seine Schwägerin im weiteren Sinne, Jasmin. Nach jeder intimen Stunde mit seiner Schwägerin tröstete mich Leo zärtlich: „Mia, du bist meine einzige wahre Gefährtin. Sobald Jasmin schwanger ist und dem Silberklauen-Rudel einen Erben schenkt, werden wir unser Bindungsritual vollziehen.“ Er sagte, dies sei die einzige Bedingung seiner Familie gewesen, damit er das Silberklauen-Rudel übernehmen könne. In dem halben Jahr seit unserer Rückkehr zum Silberklauen-Rudel schlief er hundertmal mit Jasmin. Anfangs nur einmal im Monat, jetzt übernachtet er täglich bei ihr. Nach der hundertsten durchgewachten Nacht, in der ich auf ihn wartete, wurde Jasmin endlich schwanger. Gleichzeitig erreichte mich die Nachricht, dass er und Jasmin das Bindungsritual vollziehen würden. Als unser Sohn davon hörte, fragte er mich verwirrt: „Mama, haben sie nicht gesagt, dass Papa das Bindungsritual mit der Luna vollziehen wird, die er liebt? Warum holt er uns noch nicht nach Hause?“ „Weil die Luna, die er liebt, nicht Mama ist.“ Ich strich meinem Sohn über den Kopf. „Aber das macht nichts, Mama bringt dich zu unserem eigenen Zuhause.“ Was Leo nicht weiß: Als einzige Tochter des Alphakönigs des Nordens war mir die Position der Luna im Silberklauen-Rudel noch nie wichtig.

There were five things I was absolutely certain I wouldn't miss even if I became blind: -The first one was the fact that I was a slave and my life would never go back to the way it was. -The Second one was the Duke who bought me was a dragon hiding his identity for a reason I didn't know. Weren't dragons supposed to be powerful and all? Using his race might give him a huge advantage in politics. -The third one I was certain the Duke was hungry for me and I started to love him. Furthermore, he was cursed and the cursed ones didn't live for more than a year. Conquering him was a lost cause; a battle with less than 50% of success. However… Was it really necessary to label numbers on everything that was happening? -The Fourth one: Was it really necessary for Dotoria, the human land, to curse the other races existing within its borders? I wasn't confident about the statement. Nonetheless, everyone was looking for a wish granter gem. The nine kingdoms collided eying the gemstone like a prize for dominion. -The Fifth one had the magic of belief in it; Do you work on your dream or stay back hiding behind a smoke of mist fearing failure? I wanted to escape but I gradually lost interest in it. The world was a mystery in my eyes and I was taught to never engage in a battle with less than 50% of success. Do I even have a dream because the only thing I wished for was the reason I was a slave. People were driven by dreams and goals and I didn't have one yet.

All her life Magma has experienced people leaving her because she was different. When her parents could no longer tolerate her difference they sent her away to live with relatives. As a child she wasn’t willing to take all the types of love that were offered. As an adult she became a smokejumper due to her ability to control flames. Even though she does more than those in her crew she is alone and an outsider because they fear her. When the Captain of another station goes missing they send her on a rescue mission only for her to find that the man she is sent to save is the only one who belongs to her. She will be the first of her kind to experience the bond that a dragon can have with their mate. Igneous has never come from a loving family. Over his twenty eight years he has spent more time away from his parents than with them. When he goes missing after the rescue they come to his aid and have him removed from Magma not knowing that it threatens his life. After a harsh truth is revealed he is returned to her and once bound he is able to see her true purpose. Magma becomes more than just his mate and becomes the keeper of the past to give all dragons hope that someone is out there for them. Igneous gives her all the things she wanted in life while she gives him what he didn’t know he was missing. They are the first dragon and human couple inspiring more to come.

Book Four of the Luminary Quartet Join Marigold as she ventures far outside of her comfort zone, accompanying her true mate Asher into unknown territory in a flight across both land and sea in order to seek aid from the enigmatic clan of shifters who call the Eastern Islands home. Imagine her shock when she learns that she has not one, but two mates. Asher has spent the last two years fighting off the invading bears, and the only thing that has kept him going was the thought of finding his soulmate. Mari was absolute perfection despite the barriers she’d erected around her heart, but he never dreamed he would have to share his other half. Zacharias has ruled over his clan alone ever since his second passed in a tragic accident over a year ago, but dragons always mate in triads and some believed his position was temporary, as a result. Furthermore, the arrival of his mate and Asher only increased the already mounting tension. What began as a journey to end one war somehow led to the precipice of another. Yet this time, Mari and the humans were the ones directly in the crosshairs, leaving Asher and Rias to scramble against the clock to break down their mate’s walls as long-held secrets emerge. Will Mari be able to let go of her fears before it’s too late, or will the last remaining elder standing win when everything is said and done? *Please Note: This is the fourth book in the Luminary Quartet, and it's recommended to read the previous books in the series first. This is a MFM romance, but there are no MM scenes.

The Harmony Moon Saga follows the powerful legacy of supernatural families as each new heir faces their own battles, destinies, and forbidden love. Harper, a courageous and resilient young woman, fights for survival and freedom after the ruthless Alpha Thane Kago seizes control of her pack and destroys her family. Seeking sanctuary, Harper finds hope and love with the son of a powerful Alpha. Together, they defy fate and forge a new future, laying the foundation for a legendary bloodline. Years later, Harper and Gabriel’s daughter, Willow Mason, comes of age as the first born to her royal lineage. Rebellious and passionate, Willow is torn between two supernatural rivals: a high demon who fuels her wild side, and a dragon prince with a dangerous past. As ancient feuds between dragons and demons threaten to erupt, Willow must choose her path and embrace her destiny as a leader, forever changing the supernatural world. The saga’s thrilling conclusion follows Ryder his unique heritage makes him a target for gods and enemies alike. When he meets Demi, a mysterious woman with secrets of her own, their connection sparks a love that could alter the balance of power. As war looms and prophecies unfold, Ryder and Demi must unite the fractured supernatural races and confront the gods themselves to save their world. Across generations, the Harmony Moon Saga weaves together the struggles, passions, and destinies of Harper, Willow, and Ryder. Each must rise above the shadows of the past, embrace their true power, and fight for love and unity in a world where trust is dangerous and power comes at a price.

In a world where dragons rule the skies and magic pulses through every heartbeat, the spirit of Queen Zenobia endures. Centuries ago, she sacrificed her life to imprison the dark sorcerer Kal. Now she is reborn as Princess Elena Beaufort, who is unaware of her formidable powers and destiny. As shadows of the past stir and long-hidden truths surface, Elena finds herself thrust into a struggle that could determine the fate of her realm. With allies at her side and enemies lurking in the shadows, Elena must navigate a treacherous path of danger, betrayal, and unexpected love. Will she uncover her true identity in time to protect her loved ones and complete Zenobia's unfinished battle? ---- "A Queen will always turn pain into power" I am ruthless against my enemy, but I wouldn't let anyone dear to me suffer this time. I swore to the heavens, no matter how many lifetimes passes by I will come back to protect my people and my love. I will not let him face the death for me, this time I will be the one protecting him. --- “Lea please….” Liam asked looking at the silent Lea. “Why can’t you be in a relationship with me?” Lea blurted out unconsciously. “Be…Because…I..” Liam stammered. “It's okay you don’t have to answer me,” Lea said and then added, “It's not like I can be in a relationship with you as well at the moment ”. This time it was Liam who was confused by her words and asked “But why?”. “Because I am already engaged to someone else”.

Au moment de l’avalanche à la station de ski, j’ai été poussée par ma cousine Camille Dufour. Mon fiancé, Antoine Lacroix, a pris ma cousine dans ses bras et s’est détourné, oubliant qu’il y avait quelqu’un comme moi enfoui au fond de la neige. Je suis restée seule au fond de la vallée pendant sept jours. Quand il m’a retrouvée, il était furieux : « Heureusement, les bras de Camille vont bien, sinon tu n’aurais qu’à mourir dans cette montagne pour te faire pardonner ! » « Le mariage dans une semaine est annulé, et il n’aura lieu que quand tu te rendras compte de ta faute. » Il s’attendait à ce que je pleure, que je me roule en boule et que je sois en désaccord. Mais je me suis contentée de hocher la tête en silence : « D’accord. » Il ne savait pas que j’avais passé un accord avec la Déesse de la Lune dans la montagne. Six jours plus tard, je lui remettrais ce que j’ai de plus précieux : mon amour et mes souvenirs d’Antoine. À partir de ce moment-là, j’oublierai tout ce qui le concerne et je recommencerai à zéro. Peu importe que je me marie ou non. La Chloé Gerard qui l’aimait est déjà morte dans la montagne enneigée.

WARNING: Erotica, steamy, explicit contents and adult languages. ********** Masakit ang kontratang pinasok ni Maxi, magpapanggap siyang ibang babae habang nasa kama ni Marco De Guia. Isang babae na kahit mabuhay siya uli hinding-hindi niya magagawang tapatan sa puso ng bilyonaryong ranchero, si Anna Medrano. Ang kapalit, impormasyon na halos dekada niyang hinahanap na parang maliliit na puzzle lang nitong ibinibigay. Parang masarap na lason na unti-unting sumisira sa kanyang katinuan. May hangganan nga ba ang kanyang pagtitiis sa kamay ng lalaking walang pagtingin sa kanya? ****** Malupit na parusa.  Iyon si Anna para kay Marco dahil tuluyan siyang nabaliw sa babaing ito sa puntong isusugal niya ang lahat ng yaman niya at sarili niyang buhay makuha lang niya ang puso nito na may iba nang nagmamay-ari at matalik pa niyang kaibigan, si Jared Mendez. At para matakasan ang sobrang sakit na pinagdadaanan niya, kinailangan niya si Maxi. Ang tanging babae na sa kabila ng matinding galit sa kanya ay may kakayahang buhayin ang lahat ng emosyon at pagnanasa ng kanyang katawan sa hindi niya malamang dahilan. May lugar ba ito sa miserable niyang buhay kung pag aari na ng ibang babae ang puso at kaluluwa  niya? At mapapatawad ba siya nito sa dami ng kalupitang ipinaranas niya dito? Karapat-dapat ba siya sa puso nito kung may ibang lalaki nang naghihintay dito oras na matapos ang kanilang kontrata?

Aria's life was chillingly quiet until a True Mate came along in the form of Relaz. He was noisy, extremely talkative, and especially annoying. Once allowed, there was no end to his gabbling. But when Aria realizes that Relaz is more than he seems, much more than just a carefree, always smiling and talkative man, he is something much more ruthless, will their relationship be put in jeopardy or will they try to work together irrespective of their misunderstandings and solve a puzzle, when they realize that the people around them are planning their destruction? Teaser... " You aren't my Relaz. That's right. I should get lost? Then no problem. All this while, you've been seeing me as nothing more than baggage, an extra load, right?" "I-i" Relaz stuttered. But he still didn't end up saying anything nor did he turn to look back at her. Aria laughed mockingly, "You're right. I'm so stupid. How could I have blamed the mood goddess all this while when she had given me such a treasure like Relaz as my mate. Now that he is no longer here, nor can I see the ghost of him, I've realized, how much the moon goddess had loved me. But it's a pity, I'm so stupid. Stupid, stupid..." She raised her hands and started slapping her cheeks with each 'stupid' she said and backed away slowly with tears on her face, desperately hoping that she could see the trace of the mate who once held, and loved her like no other. It was a pity she left too early and didn't manage to capture the tear that had managed to escape his tightly closed eyes, nor did she see the cold expression he wore all along, cracking and revealing immense grief. For what is love? Pain. Sacrifice.