22 years old ADHIRA VATS, who's vague & intricate, too naive to deal with the cruel world. Getting married was never in her list, atleast not before getting settled & providing her father a luxurious life. She has been her papa's Gudiya since always. Shorthand for doted upon, a bit indulged, a girl child loved deeply, if imperfectly, by her father. He's been her mentor always. The dream she has weaved all these years of a ecstatic & contented family unlike her parents will be acquired? What will happen when she'll be tied in a sacred bond called as marriage? Will her innocence be taken for granted or will she ever be able to come over her insecurities? VIKRAM VASHISHTH , a 27 years old man, who's apathetic, reserved & formal yet authentic and courageous. He is a man of his words who has been burning candles at both the ends for his loved ones, for his family. Easily the most dependable human, who has always been the backbone of his family. What will happen when he'll get married? Will he ever be the one at receiving end? Will he ever get a person to rely on? To understand him & break his walls to see his broken self? Or will he keep his caged emotions confined? One doesn't believe in the idea of love & the other one is unfamiliar with the feeling of love but has a ray of hope. Will their world will turn upside-down or will they'll find their happily ever after? The two straight lines will ever bend & join together? They're destined to found each other but will they find solace in each other? Join their journey of compatibility, trust, care, respect with the enormous amount of desi tadka. 'I don't own the cover or any other pictures used, the credit goes to the rightful owner respectfully.'

(BOOK 1) SHEKHAWAT FAMILY Arika Raichand had come to Bangalore to attend her cousin's marriage. She had planned that she would attend her wedding and had come 3 days before the functions had started so as to avoid her grandparent's taunts. She had everything planned. She would attend the wedding and then go back to New York where she had been staying for the past 4 years. But she had not expected her fate to take a drastic turn and she being tied in a bond that forced her to accept the Fate's Sealed Connection. Abhimanyu Shekhawat did not plan to get get married but he had to agree once his mother started to emotionally blackmail him. Moreover the marriage brought along hefty amount of money due to the contract the 2 families signed and that lead to the 2 working together in a new project. He decided to agree. He did not expect the Fate to play a game with him and him getting married but not to the one with whom it had been decided. He was tied in a bond with an unknown girl due to the Fate's Sealed Connection. PS: This is not a regular Substitute Bride story with a rude Male lead. This book is going to take you through a ride of roller coasters, making you rethink on the idea of who we call family. # Extremely Strong Female Lead Alert #Not a Controlling, Toxic and pathetic Male Lead Book Cover Credits: _navyblueee_

He stood far, at the entrance door, eyes trying capturing her beauty as she moved her body, dancing gracefully in the presence of so many people. She was beautiful from every aspect, and the statement get more dangerous as he realize that she is very well aware of her effect at each person presenting in the hall. For a second, she glance at him before looking away arrogantly. He chuckled, knowing the reason behind her previous attitude. " Woman.....I don't like them, except my bhabhi-sa and sisters." Shivansh uttered, his words were opposite of his actual feeling. ~~~~~~~~~~ " Such an arrogant!" Satya could not stop herself from commenting as her 2 hours ago encounter with an unknown man is messing with her mind, not letting her do anything. She was just trying to help him, even though she dislike Men but he had to show his arrogance. Had it not been her mother, who has decided to keep him in their house for some days because of his injury, she would have snap at him. " I hate men..." She whined and sat on her bed angrily. ~~~~~~~~~~ A promise, a commitment, respect, payback were some reason which made Shivansh Agnivanshi to marry someone he did not like. " Oh fuck! she ran away!" Shiv exclaimed, happy that his wife of 1 hour ran away, leaving him. Satya, an epitome of grace. Shivansh Singh Agnivansh, a royal. Both met, united, then separated only to unite again. It is the saga of Shiv-Satya, An epitome of Grace and Royalty. ********** Start- 27/ Jan/2024 End- 18/ March/2024

(#Book 1 in substitute bride) This is the story of two completely different people whose lives change forever because of fate. Rudransh Singh Raghuvanshi is rich, powerful, and one of the most popular billionaires in the country. He's the eldest grandson of the respected Raghuvanshi family, known for his sharp mind, cold attitude, and mysterious charm. Akanshah Rai Singhania, on the other hand, is sweet, intelligent, and focused on her dream of becoming a doctor. She's the youngest granddaughter of the famous Singhania family and has always stayed away from drama and high society games. But one wedding changes everything. Akanshah had only come to attend her cousin's wedding. She never imagined she would walk away as the bride herself. When an unexpected scandal breaks out and her cousin backs out last minute, the family begs Akanshah to take her place-to save their name and reputation. And just like that, she is suddenly married to a stranger. Rudransh never expected to marry anyone that day-let alone a girl he barely knew. To him, Akanshah is just a replacement bride. Someone who stepped in last minute. He's angry, distant, and cold. Akanshah didn't want this either. She feels unwanted... like a mistake. But now they are tied together by fate. Living under the same roof, in a marriage that was never meant to happen, the two must learn how to deal with their new reality. There's confusion, anger, pain... but also something else beginning to grow between them-something neither of them expected. Will Rudransh ever accept Akanshah as his real wife? Can akanshah forgive him for his cold behayand treating her as a replacement? And what will happen when hidden truths, emotions, and secrets come to light?

"My heart was a canvas, blank and unaware, until the day I met her. Her eyes were the paintbrush that stroked the colors of love, laughter, and adventure. With every moment we shared, a new shade of beauty was added to my life's masterpiece. Her touch ignited a fire that melted my fears, and her smile lit up the sky. I found my home, my safe haven, my forever love. She is the poetry that makes my heart sing, the music that makes my soul dance, and the love that makes my life a work of art." "He walked into my life like a storm, shaking the foundations of my soul. His eyes were the lightning that illuminated the darkness, revealing a love so pure and true. His strong arms were the shelter from the tempest, holding me close and keeping me safe. His gentle touch was the sunshine that warmed my heart, and his loving words were the rain that nourished my spirit. With every breath, I fell deeper into the ocean of his love, drowning in the depths of his kindness, humor, and strength. He is the anchor that holds me steady, the compass that guides me true, and the love that makes my heart whole #6 in top 10

What happen when a girl who admire 'Maharaj Shivsaksham' the king of 'Vishmkerma' kingdom of 10th century of India, went back in time to saw the glory of the person she admire . . But when time has something else for them. . what happens when they will cross path ? . ShivSai - The Forgotten Love of History" is the first part of a two-book series that follows the emotional and unforgettable love story of Shiv and Sai. The second part of the series, titled "ShivSai - The Eternal Bond Beyond History," will explore their life after marriage. It will dive deeper into their relationship as they face the challenges of responsibility, identity, and emotional conflict . #1 in fiction #1 in runawaygirl #8 in ancient #26 in politics #65 in history #5 in king #4 in runaway #22 in historicalromance #134 in politics All names and characters are imaginary

"Politics isn't merely about power; it's about wielding influence with finesse, orchestrating the dance of nations on the world stage." ••• Welcome to a tale that echoes through the luxurious enclaves of the capital to its very downtrodden streets. Trayaksh Dev Khatri, a man of formidable ambition and unwavering resolve, gets entangled with Ananya Sen, a young woman with dreams as vast as the sky and a heart as tender as a daisy. Their destinies intertwine through an arranged marriage, orchestrated by Trayaksh's formidable grandmother. A single encounter is all it takes. Just one. Thus, the heavens set its own fate by uniting the two--no room of regret anymore. And so, a feral obsession begins. "People assume it's her tears that ignite my rage," A scornful chuckle left his lips. "Fools." He uttered with a menacing sneer. "It's the slightest shadow of discontent on her face, a single disheveled golden curl, a gaze that holds anything but sheer delight. Tears? They're the tipping point where I lose all restraint and set the world ablaze, turning the heavens to cinders." His declaration ended with a dangerous, chilling air, his eyes glinting lethally like shards of ice. Venture into a world where politics meets passion, blurring the lines between light and darkness within the tumultuous embrace of destiny. ARC I : His Feral Obsession ••• Now available with English Translations. ••• BEST RANKINGS #1 Chief Minister #1 Prime Minister #1 He fell First and Harder #1 Obsessive Husband #1 Possessive Husband #1 Possession #1 Elite #1 Ruthless #1 Influential #1 Wealth #1 Politics #1 Wattpad Authors #1 Wattpad Indian Story #3 Forced Proximity #5 Dark Love #5 Doting #6 Dark Romance #7 Desi ••• ⚠ WARNING : This story contains mature content including strong language and depictions of violence that may not be suitable for some readers. Reader's discretion is advised. •••

❝𝐀 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝'𝐯𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭. 𝐀 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐠𝐨.❞ ୨ৎ ──────── ✦ Aanya walked into the marriage with nothing but an escape in mind. Ishaan? He had already decided-thirty days, a signature, and they'd go back to being strangers. No attachments. No emotions. Just a deal. But somewhere in between, the lines blurred. Somewhere in between, a home was built, a love so quiet yet so consuming took root in places they never dared to look. And when the contract ended, they walked away-pretending none of it had ever meant anything. Yet, some feelings never fade, some stories refuse to be forgotten, and some hearts find their way back-no matter how much time or distance tries to pull them apart. Because love, the kind that lingers in every breath, every unspoken word-it was never meant to be temporary. 𝙄𝙩 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙙𝙚⋆ ୨ৎ ──────── ✦ 1ꜱᴛ ʙᴏᴏᴋ ᴏꜰ ᴅᴇꜱᴛɪɴʏ ꜱᴇʀɪᴇꜱ 🌷

A story of an Indian girl, a pure and innocent soul, one who finds her happiness in other people's smiles. One who is selfless but fierce. One who lost her loved ones at the age of 11, since then she lives with her uncle and aunt Her uncle loves her dearly to the core of his heart, while Her aunt hates and despises her to the depth of this earth. She cares for everyone around her, but if someone cares for her she fights for them until her last breath. Yes, This is Adhira But what happens when suddenly she has to take her cousin's place as a bride??? A sudden wedding as a substitute bride That too to a ruthless, arrogant billionaire CEO who no one dares defy him. Will she be able to melt his heart? Will he be able to break her walls? Will they fall in love? or Will they play the game of hatred? NEEDS MAJOR EDITING!! READ AT YOUR OWN RISK #1 out of 8.3k stories in wife (16/07/22) #1 out of 110 stories in Singhania (17/08/22)

A story about arranged marriages in India. Naina is an independent Indian woman living in London and visits her parents living in India. This visit turns her world upside down. Will she get married without her say in the wedding or will she fight and chose love? . Best rankings- #1 in Marriage #1 in Indian #1 in runaway