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Alara Mortello would do anything for her family even if it means being thrust into a marriage with the most ruthless man from their rival gang. Cameron Grayson has known nothing but violence his whole life but what will happen when he meets the enigma that is Alara. There will be secrets and lies and when they are exposed will it draw them together or tear them apart?

She hated the way he tried to romanticize the cuts and abuse. It wasn't a game to her; It was her life, so she pushed him away when she needed him most. •Trigger Warning• Please don't read this story just to report it. This story contains mature content such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, and alcoholism. Please be aware of your own mental health as I will not give warnings when intense scenes may happen. If these things will trigger you, I advise not to read.

ᶜᵒᵐᵖˡᵉᵗᵉᵈ Amora Kinley wanted him to notice her and it was her last chance. Bridger, the senior she adored, was set to graduate in two weeks, so in a bid to be noticed, she put a note in his locker, yearning for the day that he would look her way. For the day that he would smile back. What was meant to be the best decision of her life became her worst. Five years later, now a young adult, she will still be haunted by the consequences. This is meant to be the time that she makes memories, takes risks, and discovers who she is... but she cannot stop dwelling on the past. Can she ever forgive herself and move on?

Micah's persistence is put on a task when she stands a chance to lose her home to the ruthless billionaire Kristopher. As if being the only employed person in her family of eight wasn't bad enough. Her boldness and determination would lead to her downfall as she walks right into the palms of Kristopher, a man once broken and now risen. A man who cares for nothing but money and power. Her luck runs quickly as she is pulled into the deep and dark life of Kristopher. The past he'd tried so hard to bury haunts them both. She should have been told; it is impossible to change someone....or is it? ** Started: Sometime in October 2021 Published: 28th February, 2022 Ended: .... ©️ 2022