Vanderbilt The Rise And Fall Of An American Dynasty

"There should be rules if we are even going to do this," he said without looking at me. "I have always lived by the rules." He slid a file towards me. "This is the contract. The rules are stated there." I opened the file and glanced through it. "You can take it home and study them; give me feedback tomorrow evening. But I will read out the rules for you now because they start now, and in case your brain can't comprehend them, then I can explain." Anger seethed through me, and I almost threw the file back at him, but when I thought about the money involved and how it would benefit little Sophie, I bit my lower lip to push back the anger. He continued. "Rule number one; don't you fall in love with me." His eyes flipped up to me. "Crystal clear," I said. "That would never happen." Ellen never had fun in college. One night she decided to have fun with her friends and slept with a handsome stranger who disappeared before she woke up. A month later, she found out she was pregnant and searched everywhere for him, but to no avail. Five years later, she moved to a new city and met the same man she never thought she would ever see again. He didn't remember anything about her, and he was now a cold, arrogant man who needed a wife, and she needed money. They agreed to contract marriage with strict rules, one of them being never to fall in love with each other. They were sure they wouldn't break the rule, but as sparks grew between them and became too much, they found themselves trying hard to keep to the rules. Who will break rule number one between them?

Zarfa was just a simple person who tried her best to help her family. Born and raised in the province of Aether, kasama niyang lumaki ang mga kambing at palayan ng kanyang mga magulang. She was content with the life she had despite the few problems here and there. After all, wala namang problemang hindi malalagpasan basta’t magkakasama, hindi ba? Meanwhile, Vanraj was the crown prince of the kingdom of Terabestia. Palapit na nang palapit ang araw na siya na ang maghahari sa buong lugar. He may have the innate desire to help people but he was uncertain and terrified of what would happen to the people once a man like him inherits the throne. When a series of problems stitched their paths together, they soon become each other’s refuge and solace. But in this universe where deities can interfere with their lives, sa dinami-rami ng mga tao, silang dalawa pa ang napili ng tadhana. As secrets get revealed, so do the deep-seated emotions of love, hatred, suffering, pain and betrayal. Zarfa’s fate to doom seemed to be predetermined before she was even born. If Vanraj wants to save her, he has to give up something. He has to fall from grace. Love runs deep. But there are times— many of them— when it’s not worth fighting for. Lalo na kung marami na ang nadamay at nasaktan, lalo na kung sa tingin mo, wala ng patutunguhan.

Sent as a spy to the enemies pack in order to prove his worthiness of the throne to his father, Reed Alphonso got to meet his mate, whom he had been searching for, since he turned eighteen She was the key for him to bring down Jake Rodriguez, his long time enemy, whom he had sworn on his life to eliminate He also had to win the bet his elder brother, Craig Alphonso, tricked him into accepting, so as not to let his mother die Now Reed is trapped between two crucial decisions, of which he has to choose one Which would it be? Read to find out, as you follow him through his journey of struggles and Revenge

Sharon an Omega had a deal to become a breeder to the ruthless Alpha who doesn't believe in love in exchange for her Dad's freedom, just when she thought she had a deal sealed she got kidnapped by an old high school mate "Lucas" who was jailed for ten years and outcast from her pack due to her false witness. Lucas is back for revenge while she already signed a deal to be a breeder to the ruthless alpha who is an enemy of Lucas, Things changed when she finds out she is mated to both Lucas and the ruthless Alpha Jake. Will Lucas Accept or reject or continue with his revenge? Will Jake accept Sharon and learn to love or will he only let her be his breeder? Will both enemies rival and be mates to Sharon or just leave her and fight each other?

"I reject you, Lyra." These four words shattered Lyra's mate bond leaving her humiliated and weakened as she faced the cruel torture of being banished and left to die. Can Young Lyra overcome the deadly threat of rogues, or will the forest become her grave?

“Young lady, you need to control yourself. I don’t know what’s come over you, but I’m here to take care of you strictly as your doctor. I’m a dermatologist, and you have an allergy. So, please… stick to the plan.” Those were the firm, detached words of Dr. Nolan—one of the most famous dermatologists in all of Texas. His tone was calm, his eyes unreadable, his face hidden behind a face mask, he was nonchalant and couldn’t care less about her or mess with his patients. But for Aria, a 23-year-old who had never been in love, never even been kissed, the moment she stepped into his office her world shifted. One look at his tall figure, one brush of his deep voice, and her breath caught in her chest. Even without seeing his full face, she knew he was devastatingly handsome. For the first time in her life, her heart beat faster for a man. The test ended. The prescriptions were written. Aria gathered her courage and asked, “Can I have your contact?” His rejection was swift. Cold. “That won’t be possible.” Her heart sank as she walked out of the hospital, his indifference and cold voice pressing against her skin. But then her lips curved into a quiet, determined smile. “I will make you fall for me, Doctor.” And so begins the story of Aria and the nonchalant Dr. Nolan, a story of obsession, rejection, and irresistible temptation. Do you want to hear more? Then click the first chapter and dive in. Grab your popcorn, because this is only the beginning.

Following an unexpected incident, Aminah agreed to transfer to the province of Aurora; she expected her life in the province to turn into a new leaf after the misery that had befallen her previously. As she felt the winds of faith in her life when she moved, she had no idea what lay ahead for her. Will Aminah be able to handle the unorthodox issues that arise in her life? Will she be able to unravel the mystery in Paco's town? What exactly will happen when Aminah begins to dive into Satan's eyes? Join Aminah as she delves into Satan's eyes to unravel the mystery of Paco’s town.

Forbidden, passionate, secret love. The love you kill for. The love you defend with your soul, heart, and body. Love that only happens once in a lifetime, when you are not ready for it. A man who hates touches and a woman who does not know them in an intimate sense. Both equally damaged, he alienated, she alien. The passion that will ignite will transcend the boundaries of everything measurable, reveal secrets, tear down walls, mow down victims. Samantha is a young girl who enters into a contract marriage with Blake's brother, but no one knows that except the two of them. On their wedding day she meets Blake and here begins the forbidden, here begins the passion at first sight. Blake is a handsome man who falls in love for the first time with his daughter-in-law, whom he meets on the day of his brother's wedding. Blake is a smart man who will immediately notice that there is something in this marriage. He does not believe that it is a real marriage. He will enter a forbidden There is no turning back from it. Such love happens once in a lifetime. The only question is are Blake and Samantha strong enough to continue to fight for themselves, for the new strength they have found in each other, or will fate beat them again, bleed old wounds, and show that there is no happy ending for them?

Sa mata ng lahat siya ay tinitingala na parang bitwin sa kalangitan. Si Leo Storm, Isang perpekto at napaka gwapong CEO ng eL Company. Sa likod ng brusko at matcho nitong pangangatawan nakatago ang sekretong kanyang iniingatan. Si Ellie, palaban at masipag na babae. Handang makipagsapalaran matulungan lang ang kanyang pamilya. Sa di inaasahang pagkakataon, pagtatagpuin sila ng kapalaran. Paano nila haharapin ang laro ni kopido? Kaya nga bang dayain ng kapalaran ang iyong kasarian? Kaya nga bang pigilan ang iyong nararamdaman kung pag-ibig na ang iyong kalaban? Ito ang kwentong susubukin ang iyong pagkatao. Kwentong magpapaikot sa iyong mundo

In the mystical realm of Lunaria, Sepharine, a mysterious woman with striking white hair, is shunned by her pack due to a centuries-old prophecy. Unfortunately Sepharine loses her life and a soul of a 21st century skilled assassin,Kira transmigrated into her body. Sepharine's life is entwined with the Lunar Pack's alpha, Damon, who seeks to claim her as his mate to fulfill the prophecy. However, Sepharine's past is marred by secrets: she has triplets with an unknown father, making her an outcast. As Kira now Sepharine navigates the treacherous world of werewolf politics, she must confront her own identity and the truth about her past. Damon's unwavering devotion and protection awaken feelings she thought long buried. With the prophecy unfolding, dark forces seek to exploit Sepharine's unique connection to the moon's power. As she uncovers the secrets of her past and the true meaning of the prophecy, Sepharine must choose between her growing love for Damon and her duty to protect her triplets.