Xander Romano has always been the quieter twin, impulsive, moody, a little dramatic. But behind the eye-rolls and sharp comebacks is a boy who feels everything too deeply and doesn't know how to talk about it. And now, he's carrying a secret far too heavy for someone his age. With five overprotective older brothers, you'd think he'd be safe. You'd think someone would notice. But Xander's been hiding more than just skipped meals and forced smirks. He's been hiding the truth. He can't tell them. Not about him. Never. But secrets don't stay buried forever.

To be loved is to be known. "How'd you get that scar?" Zayne's calloused hands circled my wrist while he carefully inspected the scar that had been hiding under my sleeve. "Oh, I cut myself while cooking" I let out a strained laugh trying my best to ignore Zayne's poisonous green eyes burning into my forearm. I watched frozen in fear as his jaw clenched in realisation and his head slowly lifted up, Revealing his captivating eyes that were filled with fury. "You told Ethan you fell." -Olivia Hernandez- A girl from the suburbs in LA gets sent to a prestigious boarding school by her step father due to her outbursts and carelessness. Although Olivia was known as the popular, mean, spoiled girl that was seen as perfect, beneath her tough exterior lies a troubled girl who's begging to be found. -Zayne Pierson- Zayne Pierson is the embodiment of charm and danger, born into a notorious mafia family that casts a long shadow over his life. With striking good looks and a magnetic personality, he effortlessly captivates those around him, making him one of the most popular and sought-after people in his elite social circle. However, beneath the surface of his charismatic exterior lies a hot temper and a reckless streak that often lands him in trouble. Olivia captured Zaynes curiosity almost instantly when she first arrived to the boarding school premises and she wants to do whatever it takes to get rid of him before he finds out about her past. Will Zayne discover the truth about Olivia? Read to find out 🏅NR 1 #SA

For 18+ readers. (MATURE CONTENT) Lured in a love-trap made by her charismatic Mister Li, An Yu had no idea what she was getting herself into until..one night she was kidnapped by a mysterious masked man. ... "You've become a good liar," the man said after a long while, causing An Yu's heart to stop beating and her breath to hitch when she heard him. Feeling her body turn stiff at his words, the man hummed and gently patted her head. "Is my love alone not enough for a vixen such as yourself?" His fingers slowly weaved inside her hair and he suddenly tightened his hold on them, causing her to yelp in pain when her scalp turned numb from the force he used on her. When her fearful eyes met his dark orbs, so dark that they could pull her inside like a black hole, she knew that he was really angry at the moment. He found out her lie. "Answer me, love." Arnold caressed her chin and tilted her face closer to his as he took in her fearful eyes. "Is my.. love alone not enough for you?" "M-Mister Li, don't misunderstand. I-I-" "You were thirsty?" Interrupting her, the man let out a dark chuckle and tugged on her hair more harshly, causing her to wince and gasp in pain. "Then I'll make sure to quench this thirst of yours." ... A story where shredded bonds were repaired with the help of little pampered woman. "You.. a-are a monster." She hiccuped while large drops of tears kept falling off her face. "A monster?" He tilted his head and gazed at the unconscious person on the hospital bed."Then I can only wonder what you might call him after knowing who he really is." Note: This story contains many adult themes which might be unsuitable for young readers. And it won't be author's fault if you develop a severe male standards complex after reading her work, so you better watch your back. #1st in chinese - 26/11/22 #1st in royal - 24/12/22 #9th in romance - 26/11/22 #2nd in crybaby - 9/12/22 -Sweet adorable FL -Mysterious domineering ML

"Cry more and I will take you against the walls." he threatens, knowing that she doesn't like being taken against the walls, a history of her slipping down like a water snake.

Yonderly; emotionally or mentally distant ~~ Enzo. A little boy that only needed his older brothers. However, he's not a little boy anymore. He's grown. He is now a 13 year old, and suddenly his brothers want him back. Or, want something from him? Can Enzo trust the same brothers that left him? How will he make new friends? How does his love life go? And there's secrets. There are so many secrets. Can Enzo and his friends solve this mystery or do they get distracted by all the lies? Follow Enzo along in a cliche, but also not cliche book. ~~ Guys I promise the snippet doesn't do it justice. You just need to read the book

The bond between Matthias and his father broke after the death of his mother. Massimo, who was in love with her from head to toe was now grieving his wife's death. Hunted by his dead wife's presence, being an Italian don, with a 8 year old in his hands, is not easy. How will the bond develop? !Warning! Contains spanking of the minor. Please If you don't like, don't read it.

He was born from revenge. Raised in chains. Found by the man he was born to hate. Fifteen-year-old Elias Moretti learned early that love was just another lie. Sold by his own mother to a brutal gang, he survived nine years of pain, blood, and silence - until a mafia war sets him free. His rescuer? Dante Moretti, Italy's most feared mafia don... and the father who never knew he existed. Dante wants redemption. Elias wants nothing. The Moretti brothers want him gone. And then there's Aria - Dante's daughter. The one he raised. The one who shares Elias's eyes... and nightmares. Twins, separated by vengeance. Reunited by tragedy. But the past never stays buried. The gang that owned Elias once wants him - and his sister - back. Blood runs deep. Family runs darker. And some scars were never meant to heal. When blood meets vengeance, who survives the truth? --"You think being rich and guilty makes you my father?" --"No. But I'll keep trying until I earn the right to be."

"Shh..." He silenced her gently, bumping his forehead against hers and whispering softly, "This is not how you behave." Shishi didn't struggle; she needed his comfort. Sniffling, she complained, "You started it first." "That's not true, sweetheart." He chuckled, his deep voice resonating as he caressed her head and whispered sweet nothings in her ear. "Have I ever ignored you? You know I could never ignore you, even if I wanted to." As he spoke, he bowed his head and lightly bit her cheek. "It's always you, finding new ways to hurt me," -and then playing the victim, crying so heartbreakingly that it always softened his heart. ... "Your name is too weird, husband." "Name me anything you want, sweets." "Husband, I don't like the shirt you're wearing." "Should I take it off, darling?" "Husband, you're not treating me well." "Punish me however you want, my dear." ... Tₕₑ ₘₒᵣₑ ᵤₙdₑᵣᵣₐₜₑd ₜₕᵢₛ ₛₜₒᵣy ₜᵤᵣₙₛ ₒᵤₜ ₜₒ bₑ, ₜₕₑ bₑₜₜₑᵣ. Gₐₜₑₖₑₑₚₑᵣₛ ₐᵣₑ ₐₚₚᵣₑcᵢₐₜₑd.

"What good is that beautiful face if you can't even please your man?" 𝑭𝒐𝒓 18+ 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔. (𝑴𝑨𝑻𝑼𝑹𝑬 𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑻𝑬𝑵𝑻) #1𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 #1𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒓𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 ━━❅━━ Warning: This story might contain explicit content unsuitable for younger readers. Proceed at your own risk, as this author's work is notoriously addictive, and you might develop an intense obsession with her vividly crafted characters. ... "Good girl," he murmured, his voice a silken caress as his hands continued to knead her dainty feet. "Will you pull such naughty pranks on your loving husband again?" Her eyes fluttered down in shyness, and she shook her head. She detested it when he ignored her. "I won't, husband." "Good. Now, it's time for another punishment." Her eyes widened. "W-What punishment, husband?" He said nothing, merely pulling her down and pinning her to the desk. Half her body leaned on the flat surface, her bottom provocatively arched. "This is your original punishment, darling." He would no longer restrain himself.