He pinned me against the wall, his hand on my throat and his lips on my neck. 'Run,' he said. 'I'll just drag you back.' I should hate him. I'm terrified of him. So why does my body betray me every time he whispers my name? He warned me once: "This city protects me, not you." Now I believe him. When I went to the police to escape Aleksandr Markov's relentless obsession, my sister was framed and locked up. When I tried to run, he bought my workplace and became my boss. When I begged him to let me go, he whispered in my ear with his lips pressed to my neck: "You're mine, My little dove. Struggle all you want-I'll keep you until you stop fighting... or until you break." But the scariest part? The longer I'm trapped in his cage, the less I want to leave. A billionaire villain. A powerless heroine. A game of power, obsession, and desire where losing means surrendering everything-including your heart.

Book 3 of 𝓇𝑜𝓈𝑒𝓈 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓌𝒽𝒾𝓈𝓀𝑒𝓎. In this action-packed enemies-to-lovers romance, Aera and Jeongin (I.N) are forced into a deadly game of trust, betrayal, and shifting allegiances. Aera, a member of the ruthless Kim Dynasty, is tasked with trapping I.N, but as their paths keep crossing repeatedly, a seething tension and unstoppable attraction build between them. After a series of emotional struggles and near-death experiences, they are reluctantly reunited to vanquish the powerful mafia clans that have dominated their lives. But with betrayal, secrets, and shifting loyalties, neither can escape the weight of their pasts. As the final confrontation draws near, they must confront their love for each other and make sacrifices that will forever change their world. Nearly all credits goes to @Minho_ImaginaryWife

Nicholas Adams has lived a life of abuse from his alcoholic father and sex addict mother. So growing up was tough. He makes sure everyone fears him. He refuses to get close to anyone. But, new girl Alice might be the one to change his plans. Alice navigates through the ups and downs of high school trying to hide her feelings for the cold and closed off Nicholas. Little does she know, Nick harbors the same feelings. As soon as Nicks eyes land on the fragile Alice, his heart desires her. But with so much baggage on both sides, could they really make it out of high school hand in hand? ~~ "I love the things you hate about yourself. And we're going to do this your way. If you're not ready I'm not either." My hands drop to my side at what he says and my eyes fill with tears. "Alice we don't have to..." His hand cups my cheek and I place mine over his. "I love you," I whisper and his forehead falls against mine. ~~ Highest rankings: #1 in badboy #1 in teenfiction #1 in possessive #1 in protective #1 in goodgirl #1 in insecure #4 in love #5 in romance WARNING: swearing, mature scenes, references and actions of abuse Posted: 5/17/20

19 year old Ray gets abused by her foster parents that don't want anything to do with her. She's in her fourth year of university planning to become a doctor. Ray is extremely smart, known for her kindness and most of all, she's very shy. 21 year old Ace is a quiet and dangerous gangleader. He's never been seen with friends, smiling, or even talking. He's majoring in business, but everyone knows about his most known gang in the country, therefor he is feared by everyone. What happens when Ray bumps into a walking wall named Ace King in her vulnerable state? What causes Ace to start questioning this 19 year old?

{BEING EDITED} {DISCLAIMER !! ITS SO BAD} Reign Hale grew up with an abusive father. Day by day her father only gambled and got into debts. To get rid of his problems he makes a deal with a man to get rid of his debts; however, he didn't know that man was in fact the mafia leader. Matteo Salvatore is the heir to the most powerful mafia, the Italian mafia. When his father makes him marry a young woman his whole world gets flipped around. He hates her -or so he thinks- but the more time he spends with her the more feelings he develops. They both make a promise not to fall in love but promises are meant to be broken, aren't they? ────୨ৎ──── She turns to face me so we're opposite of each other. "One promise," she breathes out. "One promise," I repeat with a small smirk. "I'll never fall in love with Matteo something Salvatore," she says confidently. I feel my heart beat heavier than before. It almost hurts. Almost. "I'll never fall in love with Reign Alexa Hale." Her name rolls off my tongue with ease. She sticks out her pinky as I stare at her blankly. She nods her head telling me to do it and I shake my head telling her fuck no. If looks could kill, I would be dead with a million daggers stabbed into my body. ────୨ৎ──── {𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒} #1 promise -28/11/21- #1 soldtothemafia

Mafia • Amora Dior is an 18 year old who was sent to a boarding school for 'bad kids' for something she was never to blame for. She has lost all hope in life, and her parents give zero shit about her. What happens when she meets Lorenzo Romano, an 24 year old who's a secret Mafia leader but known as the worlds biggest CEO.

Avery's senior year is turned upside down when a kiss with her older brothers' best friend ignites a forbidden relationship tangled in danger, heartbreak, and family secrets that could destroy everything. *** "Aiden..." I shake my head, eyes fixed anywhere but the gorgeous man next to me. His hand grips my chin tightly, just enough to make me avert my eyes to his. "You know you want this as much as I fucking do. I want you to be mine. I want to be the one to hold you and kiss you the one you go to whenever you're happy or fucking sad. But let it be me, let me fucking show you that it should be me." He glares, jaw tensing. ...... ©hessaherophinelove

They were known as the two rivals. Since attending the academy at such a young age together, both Kye Santiago and Aliyah Perez, - the heirs to their mafias- have hated each other, and everyone knew. Until one day, their parents agreed for them to get married, joining the two mafias together. Kye and Aliyah have to learn to get along, showing the world that they were perfect together. The marriage has torn them apart even more, but has brought them even closer. ✥ ✥ ✥ ~Mature Content!~ Be warned this book contains language, mature scenes, and violence! All these characters and plot belong to me.

❝I've already made up my mind, I want you and only you. No one else... because to me, you're my kind of perfect,❞ In the ruthless world of wealth and power, Adrian Ivanov reigns as a cold-hearted man, devoid of remorse. Love holds no meaning for him, as he indulges in a life of opulence and privilege, yet remains hollow. However, his carefully constructed existence is about to be shattered when an unexpected encounter brings Valentina Russo into his life. Valentina, an Italian girl struggling to make ends meet, crosses paths with Adrian at his exclusive club. Little does she know, this chance meeting will unravel the fabric of her entire existence. Will Valentina possess the strength to weather the storm that threatens to consume her? As their lives intertwine, a profound question lingers: Can Valentina be the one to thaw the ice in Adrian's heart and fill the void that has haunted him for so long? Witness a tale of passion, transformation, and the tumultuous journey two souls must undertake in search of redemption and unyielding love. https://www.patreon.com/c/arihartwattpad

He doesn't believe in love.... but for her he believes anything is possible. Impulsive, Bold and dangerous to a fault. ACE DE LUCA is the Italian mafia leader and he desperately needs to find a wife to keep his insistent but loving mother, Lucinda, happy. Ace holds power at the tip of his fingers but when he meets Victoria Rossi he can't get ahold of it. He is everything she's not, she's kind, loving and caring. They are complete opposites but in many ways... They are perfect for each other. 🌷 Reserved, controlled and full of life. VICTORIA ROSSI is shy and loves keeping to herself, but when her party animal friend, Brie, brings her to a new club opening for her birthday she is forced out of her comfort zone. She dances the night away and makes eye contact with a hot stranger from the other side of the club. What happens when this stranger kidnaps her to be his wife. Read to find out...