In which a girl learns how to fight against her demons and the boy who fails to understand her

He's her stoic gargoyle guardian - and she's the curvy heiress who tempts his granite heart. Ariella Wainwright, heiress to a fortune, is caged by golden bars of high society and her father's overbearing protection. With a mind as sharp as her curves are lush, she craves the adventure that's always been just beyond her reach. But when danger breaches the walls of her sheltered world, it's not just her spirit that's freed-it's the shadows that hunger for Wainwright blood. Enter Callum, the alpha leader of a hidden clan of gargoyles, whose very existence is intertwined with the Wainwright legacy. His wings are her shield, his gaze an unspoken vow of eternal protection-and yet, a smoldering desire threatens to breach the boundaries of duty. As Ariella's naivety to the supernatural world fades, so does her resistance to the magnetic pull between them. But with an ancient enemy lurking in the darkness, ready to extinguish the Wainwright line, the stakes soar higher than Callum's silent, moonlit vigils. Will the passion that flares between them fan the flames of their survival, or will it spell doom for both? WARNING: This story contains strong language, explicit sexual content, violence, attempted murder, and lopsided power dynamics, that may be upsetting to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. Cover design by Mayhem Cover Creations *** This story is part of a special collection of YONDER Originals now available on Wattpad! Unlock part-by-part or the full story with Wattpad Coins.

Firefighter Tanner Hall is used to running into burning buildings and risking his life to save others. It's just another day of work for the father of two. But when he gets a call from the San Diego zoo about an animal attack, he has no idea what he's in for. And he certainly has no idea that he might fall for the fiery blonde zoo keeper, Zoe. The two have an instant connection and sparks start to fly, but after a string of arsons, he quickly realizes he's not the only one after Zoe. He's willing to do whatever it takes to protect her, but will it be enough? Season 1 of Station 22

A single father firefighter falls for his younger, free-spirit nanny, who is also his boss's daughter. Season 2 of Station 22 *** When firefighter Riggs learns he has a daughter he never knew existed from a forgettable one-night stand years ago, he becomes a single father overnight. Exhausted and fumbling through new parenthood, Riggs hires a twenty-something live-in nanny, Lila, to help him put out the fires in his personal life. Riggs isn't thrilled to lean on someone else, but he knows he can't be a good father and get the lieutenant position he's worked so hard for without a helping hand. Freshly home after studying abroad, free-spirit Lila is eager to prove her independence to her father, who she can't seem to see eye to eye with. When the nanny ad pops up, she can't think of a better way to demonstrate that she's responsible. The only problem? Lila is Station 22 Chief Morgan's daughter, and Riggs' rugged appeal has her rethinking her distaste for firefighters. They should keep their distance and stay professional, but resisting each other under the same roof isn't easy. As the forbidden attraction burning between them leads to sneaking around and secrets, it'll only be so long until everything goes up in flames.

Elena Heights is the daughter of the leader of one of the smallest gangs in California. When her mom was alive, she was the gangs best fighter. But now, she's forced to work at one of the gang's many brothels as a whore to keep her 4 year-old sister, Isabelle safe from their father and older brother's abuse. What happens when one of the biggest gang leaders in the country meets with her father and she is sent to 'entertain' him on the night of her escape? WARNING: SOME MATURE CONTENT

After a devastating tragedy shatters the renowned Romano crime family their fate weighs heavily on Don Leonardo Romano's only heir twenty-two year old Valentina. Determined to uphold the family's power Val will go to any means necessary even if it means selling her heart to the highest bidder. As the Romano family's most notorious hitman Matteo Costa knows the most depraved corners of New York's underground. So when Val arrives home after college he is confident she won't last long. The New York mafia would chew her up and eat her alive and yet... Serving as Valentina's personal guard Matteo realizes Val has grown into a beautiful, smart and cunning woman. He knows it won't be easy keeping the principessa safe especially when the Romano's rivals set their sights on her. But as their relationship grows Matteo realizes that his own desire might be the greatest threat to the Romano dynasty. Season 1 of The Hitman's Mark WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence that may be upsetting for some readers.

Falling for her best friend's brother was NOT a part of her summer plans... Karma Fitzgerald never saw Nathan Jenkins as anything other than the womanizing big brother of her best friend, Lanie. That all changed during a summer trip to the beach, when Karma started noticing Nathan...noticing her. Refusing to give in to her feelings and become another one of Nathan's conquests, Karma was determined to stay away from him. But when she loses a bet at Coney Island Carnival, and she ends up going on a date with Nathan, there's no turning back for either of them. What started out as a secret summer romance, soon turned into a story about two soul mates who must learn the hardships of love, commitment, and sacrifice.

"I love my husband," she whispers. "I love him. I do." I slip my tongue into her mouth as she speaks. "That's fine, darling. He doesn't have to know... I won't tell him if you don't." * An emotionally closed off man with unhealed trauma and a woman in an unhappy marriage begin a passionate affair together. WARNING: Contains strong and graphic sexual situations.

"I call bullshit." Digging my finger into his broad chest, I met his intense stare without an ounce of fright, "I've been calling bullshit for the past two weeks, do you see me doing anything about it?" He pushed my hand away from his chest, sending shocks through my arm by his touch. "You're not worth trusting, none of us think you are." A searing sensation in my chest distracted me momentarily, "Do I get bonus points if I act like I care?" ******** The possibility of being the only living Aurelia left made life harsh, cold and unforgiving for Aspen Havoc. After being thrown out by her parents, she's forced to live the true and merciless life of the one most hated species on earth. Learning to be tough and defend herself was difficult when loneliness was her life, all alone with absolutely no one to turn to. Arrax Santora, the Alpha of The Dark Moon Pack, didn't expect the meeting between him and Aspen, and he definitely did not expect to feel an instant connection. Their journey leads them to hell and back. As secrets are revealed and truths uncovered, will they run for their life or attack the brewing storm together. [Completed - 29/01/20] Highest rankings: 1st place in #mature 1st place in #aurelia 1st place in #moon 1st place in #mate 1st place in #passion 1st place in #sexual 1st place in #rude 1st place in #rogue 1st place in #supernatural 1st place in #sarcasm 2nd place in #werewolf 2nd place in #werewolves 2nd place in #heated 2nd place in #beta 3rd place in #alpha

21-year old Aurora Romano is every mans dream. She is a model, CEO of La Rosa, underground fighter, assassin, and to top it all of she is the Mafia princess of the Italian Mafia. Aurora can be nice and sweet when she wants to be. Has a bad temper and will kill you if she feels like it. Didn't really care about anyone but her family, but that was until she met Nikolai Petrov. 24-year old Nikolai Petrov is everyones woman 's dream but everyone mans nightmare. He is the CEO of the tech company Petrov Corps and heir to the Russian Mafia. Nikolai hates everyone except his family and is the biggest man-whore you could meet. When your on his list there is no escaping him and he'll kill you without hesitation. He has never wanted to be in a serious relationship until he met Aurora Romano. Aurora and Nikolai are bound to each other till death do them part. Behind great love is an even greater story. Let's start theirs shall we? ----------------------- #1 in Familia 3/7/2022 #1 in arrangment 4/6/2022 # 3 in russianmafia 4/6/2022 #2 in thedevil 5/18/2022 #6 in arrangment 5/18/2022 #1 in thedevil 5/19/2022