Novel & Cerita The Deception Trilogy

“Wait.” His voice was soft as he stepped closer. “Who are you?” I turned back to him, my smile never wavering while I tried to slow my heart rate racing. “Oh, it's Emilia Cattaneo from Verona.” I lied. He stared at me, his gaze unwavering. “Funny because last week… you said your name was Juliette” My blood froze. He remembered? No way. My mouth opened. “I don’t know what you’re talking about. You must have mistaken me for someone else.” His smile vanished and I could make out the tick in his jaw. “Don’t lie to me in my house.” ****** He was never meant to fall for her. She was never meant to betray him. Isabella De Luca enters the world of the Romano mafia empire with one mission: destroy it from the inside. Armed with secrets and trained for deception, she becomes the perfect candidate for the mafia king’s bride — beautiful, bold, and completely fake. But Matteo Romano is not just a cold-blooded heir. He’s cunning, ruthless, and dangerously magnetic. The deeper Isabella sinks into his world, the harder it becomes to tell where the mission ends and where desire begins. When betrayal collides with bloodlines and a buried truth resurfaces, everything unravels. A deadly empire. A forbidden pregnancy. A woman torn between revenge and love. And a king who must choose between power… and the one person who was never supposed to matter. In this world, loyalty is currency. And trust? The deadliest weapon of all.

The CEO’s Broken Vow Introduction: Alexander Kane is a name that commands respect—and fear—in the corporate world. As the ruthless CEO of a global empire, he is known for his sharp mind, icy demeanor, and an unshakable belief that emotions only lead to weakness. To him, relationships are transactions, and trust is a liability he cannot afford. That is, until Elena Reyes enters his life. Elena is everything Alexander is not—kind, passionate, and fiercely independent. She challenges him in ways no one ever has, slowly breaking down the walls he spent years building. Against all odds, Alexander finds himself falling deeply in love, risking everything for a future he never thought he wanted. But love in Alexander’s world comes with a price. When a devastating betrayal shatters their relationship, Alexander is left questioning everything—was Elena ever real, or was she just another player in a dangerous game? Secrets unravel, alliances crumble, and the line between love and deception becomes dangerously blurred. Fueled by heartbreak and rage, Alexander sets out on a path of revenge, determined to reclaim his power and expose the truth. But the deeper he digs, the more he realizes that betrayal is not always what it seems. Hidden motives, painful pasts, and unexpected sacrifices come to light, forcing him to confront the one thing he fears most—his own vulnerability. As the truth unfolds, Alexander must decide: will he let betrayal define him, or will he fight for the love he once believed in? The Cold CEO: A Broken Vow is a gripping tale of passion, heartbreak, and redemption, where love is tested, trust is shattered, and forgiveness may be the hardest choice of all.

Serafine has always been the family secret hidden in the cellars, her wolf bound by a brutal spell, condemned to a life of shadows and silence. But when her flawless sister flees her arranged marriage to the most savage Alpha King in existence, Serafine is ripped from the darkness, veiled, and thrust down the aisle in her place. The plan is simple: play the part, stall for time, and let her treacherous family escape. If King Lucian Draven discovers the deception, he will erase their entire bloodline. The lie shatters the moment he lifts her veil. Instead of the proud princess he was promised, Lucian scents raw terror and cellar-bred weakness. Yet he doesn’t kill her. With his court watching, he completes the vows, claims his false bride, and drags her to his frozen mountain fortress—not as queen, but as a prisoner in a servant’s rags. Stripped of power and dignity, Serafine becomes a ghost in his halls, watching, waiting, and plotting her escape. Until a savage ambush forces her to unleash the one thing she was never meant to possess: a rare, long-forgotten silver magic that surges through her veins. And when that ancient power touches Lucian, it does the impossible—it soothes the violent madness devouring his mind. In an instant, the unwanted impostor becomes the only thing keeping the ruthless king alive. Lucian’s fury twists into a dark, all-consuming obsession. The more she fights to flee, the tighter his obsession coils—especially now that she carries his secret heir. Because some beasts would rather burn the world than let their mate go.

"I want you to feel every sensation I give you tonight. Every touch. Every shiver. Everything." His lips traced a path of fire from the plane of her stomach to the hollow of her throat, finally claiming her mouth in a deep, consuming kiss. His tongue sought hers, a slow, deliberate invasion. And then, he introduced the cold. A sharp, shocking block of ice met her parted lips. He held it there with his own mouth, the searing heat of his kiss a stark contrast to the biting frost. The cold stole her breath, a small, exquisite pain, but under the relentless warmth of him, the ice began to yield. Meltwater, cool and clean, trickled between their joined lips as he kissed his way down the slope of her shoulder, his face finally finding refuge in the tender curve of her neck. A helpless, shuddering moan broke from her. "Yes, ma reine," he murmured against her pulse, the endearment a dark caress. "Let me hear you." --- Driven by a fierce desire to wound the Alpha who bound her in a loveless, forced marriage, Magdalena sought solace and revenge in the arms of another. She never imagined the captivating stranger in the dark was her husband himself, concealed by a potent glamour and his own ruthless cunning. But what happens when the mask slips? When the thrilling, secret lover she surrendered to is revealed as the very man she vowed to despise? Can she flee from the web of his deception, or has her treacherous heart already made its choice, binding her to the one who is both her tormentor and her destiny? H

They say I killed my father. They say I ordered my maid, my dearest friend, to poison him. They say she confessed before taking her own life. Lies. The real murderer stands before me, weaving her web of deception and has the entire Royal court in her grasp. Queen Andessa, my wicked stepmother. My father’s killer. She has stripped me of my title, my crown, my very birthright, and has offered me up as a tribute to the Dragon King of Drakarith. A mercy punishment, she calls it. But I am not broken. She thinks she has won. That I will succumb to defeat and forget who I am. But she's wrong. I am Dahlia Rhadaya Balerion, the rightful Queen of Velmira. And I will return to reclaim what is mine and rip out Velmira's corruption by its roots. Starting with Andessa's rotten fertilized eggs. My callous step-siblings. Velmira is my home, my kingdom, and I will not let it rot under the rule of vipers. But reclaiming what is mine will not be easy, especially trying to achieve that from the dragon lands of Drakarith, under the watchful vigilance of Azraelyrs, a dragon king I have heard rumors about his cold-heartedness and rules with an iron fist. To survive, I must play the game of seduction and manipulation against my enemies. To win, I must be sharper, stronger, and more ruthless than I have never been before in my life. Let the games begin.

Story Blurb The Hart family is known for power, wealth, and an untouchable diamond empire built on legacy and deception. After losing their son fourteen year ago the family goes through some trauma until when a man claiming to be Ethan Hart returns after years of disappearance, the family’s carefully constructed world begins to crack. Sophia Hart has spent her life searching for her lost brother, clinging to memories that never faded. When he finally comes home, something feels wrong. His face is familiar, yet his presence feels distant his eyes hold secrets that don’t belong to the boy she remembers. While the rest of the family is eager to reclaim their heir, Sophia’s doubt grows stronger, threatening to unravel everything they believe to be true. As hidden agendas surface and old wounds reopen, Edward the adopted son raised to protect the Hart legacy struggles with loyalty, forbidden love, and a truth he cannot reveal without destroying the woman he loves. Meanwhile, the returning “Ethan” carries a past shaped by loss, survival, and deception, torn between a role he was never meant to play and feelings he never planned to have. Behind the luxury and glittering balls lies a darker history one of betrayal, stolen identities, and a legacy built on blood and lies. As power shifts and secrets claw their way to the surface, the Hart family must confront a truth that could cost them everything: their empire, their name, and each other. In a world where love blurs the line between right and wrong, and identity can be rewritten, one question remains Was he truly her brother… or was he another imposter?

Rachel Sinclair lost everything when a fraud conviction destroyed her life as a social worker. Five years later, she's reinvented herself as Raven Steele—a woman with a clean past and a dangerous mission. Her target: the Diamondback Motorcycle Club, a vicious criminal organization that operates with impunity while the system looks the other way. Using the forgotten murder of a small-time dealer as her cover story, Raven infiltrates the deadly world of motorcycle clubs. But her carefully laid plans collide with Jax Savage, the devastatingly dangerous president of the Savage Saints MC. Muscular, tattooed, and lethal, Jax has been waging his own war against the Diamondbacks since they murdered his younger brother. What starts as a tactical alliance quickly ignites into an attraction neither can resist. As Raven goes deeper undercover with the enemy, feeding intelligence to Jax while maintaining her cover, the line between duty and desire blurs. But in a world where trust is a weapon and love is a liability, their growing connection threatens to destroy everything they've worked for. When Raven's deception leads to a devastating blow against the Diamondbacks, she becomes the target of a deadly bounty. Forced to reveal her criminal past to the man she's falling for, she must decide if their connection is strong enough to survive the truth. With enemies closing in and a war erupting in the streets, Raven and Jax face an impossible choice: save themselves or save each other. In the savage world of motorcycle clubs, some hearts are worth fighting for—and some are worth dying for. *Content warning: Contains explicit language, violence, mature themes, and sexual content. Recommended for readers 18+.*

Yukio Tanarro, a confident and ambitious man, leads a life defined by routine and work. He believes that hard work is the key to success and sees himself as the most competent heir to his wealthy family, the Tanarros. However, his plans are disrupted when a hidden niece of his late cousin, Kai Tanarro, emerges during the reading of the will. Jina Sotomayor, a kind-hearted and unsuspecting young woman, had a close friendship with Kai. Yukio sees an opportunity to exploit Jina's vulnerability and schemes to seduce her in order to claim the inheritance left by Kai. With the assistance of his brother and mother, Yukio concocts a plan to strip Jina of her rightful inheritance. Jina falls into Yukio's trap, initially unaware of his ulterior motives. However, she eventually begins to sense the insincerity in his actions and discovers the truth behind his manipulative intentions. This revelation ignites a fire within Jina, motivating her to seek justice and reclaim what is rightfully hers. As Jina unravels the web of deception, she uncovers a network of lies, secrets, and hidden agendas. Along the way, she finds unexpected allies and gains a deeper understanding of the intricate puzzle surrounding her. Determined and resolute, Jina prepares for a final confrontation with Yukio, where their true characters will be revealed. In the ultimate showdown, Jina confronts Yukio armed with the knowledge she has acquired. Their battle becomes a test of wits, with Jina's determination and integrity pitted against Yukio's deceitful schemes. Jina emerges as a symbol of justice and strength, challenging Yukio's manipulative reign.

After the Ig publication S.H.I.T Journal goes viral, I search its website out of curiosity. The satirical journal bills itself as a home for all things academic garbage. The moment I open the site, the top trending article catches my attention. It reads, "A Research on How to Deceive a Gullible Foster Mother With Face Blindness and Trick Her into Raising Me as Her Biological Daughter for Twelve Years". "Keywords: deception, face blindness, self-delusion, false family bonds" I freeze and click into the full article with trembling fingers. The more I read, the more terrified I become. "1.1 Definition of face blindness and how to swap daughters to deceive the foster mother" "2.1 Practical uses and drawbacks of the foster mother" "3.1 How to profit by exploiting the foster mother through her face blindness" The content sends a chill through my entire body. The comment section is already in chaos. "Does this mean the author is actually the daughter of the mistress, and her father swapped her to be raised by his wife for twelve years?" "That's not all. Didn't you read 2.1? The wife had her own daughter, and the husband deliberately handed her over to traffickers!" "What the hell… In 3.1, it even says that because the wife has face blindness and can't tell people apart, the author makes deals with single fathers of classmates and sends the wife to…" At that point, my phone slips from my hand and crashes to the ground. The screen shatters instantly. I have severe face blindness, and I have a daughter who was kidnapped and only found again after three years.

Gianna had tirelessly searched for employment, driven by the need to earn a living, and finally secured a position at one of the largest beverage companies in the Philippines. However, in an unforeseen twist of fate, she discovered that her new boss was none other than the man she vehemently despised: Francis Locan, the CEO and President of The Golden Scenery, one of the most renowned wine companies in the Philippines. He was known for his cold demeanor and his aversion to those who sought him out solely for his wealth. But beneath his icy gaze lay a secret he had guarded for a long time. He suffered from a rare condition called monochromacy disorder, which rendered him unable to perceive color and also significantly impaired his vision compared to that of a normal person. Yet, upon meeting Gianna, he couldn't explain why he could perceive the colors surrounding her, a phenomenon that defied all medical understanding. Driven by a desperate hope for a cure, he devised a plan to use Gianna, believing that somehow she held the key to his healing. However, as time passed, his feelings for the young woman became increasingly genuine, despite his repeated attempts to dismiss them. Though he resisted acknowledging it, he found himself ensnared in his own carefully constructed trap. What would Gianna do when she discovered that all the affection and attention she had received from the man she had grown to love had been meticulously planned and orchestrated? Would she be able to forgive him for his deception, or would she choose to walk away, her heart shattered by his betrayal?