Romeo learned early that love and loyalty don't survive in the same room. Respected. Feared. Emotionally unavailable. Romeo moves through the city like nothing can touch him-money steady, name ringing, heart locked behind years of damage. But one thing he can't escape is Eboni-his baby mama, his past, and the most toxic chapter he can't seem to close. Their relationship is a battlefield of manipulation, unfinished feelings, and wounds neither of them will admit still bleed. Arguments turn explosive. Love turns ugly. And every time Romeo tries to walk away, something pulls him back into the chaos. Because in his world, love isn't soft. It's control. It's survival. It's war. And when another woman enters his life-one who sees past the armor and doesn't beg for his attention-Romeo is forced to choose between the pain he knows and the peace he's never had. But where he comes from, choosing wrong doesn't just break hearts. It gets people hurt. This isn't a love story - it's a warning.

Saudia never planned on getting involved in the scamming world. But when her boyfriend Jaylen's play goes wrong, she's suddenly pulled into a dangerous underground life filled with fast money, fake identities, and people she can't trust. Now Saudia has to learn the game fast... because in this world everybody is making plays 🤑

"Truth is, I never got over you" Kavani and Rakim were more than childhood friends. Or so Kavani thought. After expressing her feelings and ultimately being rejected Kavani leaves her small town and Rakim behind. After his marriage falls apart due to his soon-to-be ex-wife's actions Rakim has no choice but to return home and hope a second chance is waiting for him.

in the west end, 25-year-old hairstylist raya phillips is all hustle and no distractions-until kairo jenkins, a right hand man for a drug dealer, walks into her life and becomes obsessed. she's unimpressed by his money and power, and that only draws him in deeper. raya tries to resist, but his world is creeping into hers fast, their connection could either be real or destroy them both.

Arinze is an ER nurse with a chip on her shoulder, Mahdi is a sweet firefighter with a heart of gold. Read to find out what happens when these opposites meet. (18+)

Kendrick has never been the man that onlookers routed for. They just watch, judge, and whisper... shouting for his success but praying on his downfall. Now in the spotlight of the NFL, his name carries weight, money and a clingy girlfriend he can't outrun. Macie has spent years learning how to exist in a world that never made her feel soft enough, pretty enough, or chosen first. She's done fighting to fit in with the societies expectations. When the two collide tension is thick and neither of them are ready for it. Kendrick made her feel unwanted and she could never forget the way it affected her. Once lines blur, their loyalty is tested , and they have to figure out if their disloyal actions are worth the chaos it created. This story isn't to repaint Kendrick in the light of redemption, but to give clear insight on why he is the man he is today, and unapologetically. STARTED; March 3rd, 2026 PUBLISHED; March 21st, 2026 FINISHED;

"You can't see the future. I might have a chance. You don't know for sure." He mumbled, making her expression soften. "M-my mom used to tell me t-that birds still sing even after a storm. Why shouldn't people feel as free t-to delight in whatever sunlight remains to them?" Samir stopped talking for a moment to regather himself so that he didn't stutter, but Nina froze completely. "You don't have to settle with him Nina. It's been five years an-and you're not a-as happy as you should be. You smile differently with me.. and you cry a lot with him. I just think that you deserve to enjoy your time with someone other than h-him for a minute because there's still sunlight out there for you too, even if you can't see it yet." How did he become her source of 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 so 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐥𝐲? A short story.

Rihanna thought college was supposed to be simple- classes, friends, and maybe a little freedom. But then she soon saw him. Malik. Older, dangerous, impossible to ignore. The kind of man who doesn't ask for permission... he just takes what he wants. At first, it's just stolen glances and heart-flipping moments. But soon, Rihanna finds herself tangled in a world she's never known- a world of fast cars, late nights, loyalty, and temptation. And when love hits harder than she ever expected, she discovers that some choices come with consequences... ones she may not be ready for. Friendship. Passion. Secrets. Heartbreak. And a love that changes everything.

*Slow burn* A trained, humble chef from Nashville who lives in Dallas full time has her restaurant got blown up and burned down by a local kingpin after she witnesses a crime she wasn't supposed to see. Dallas's most infamous and wealthy family hires her as their private chef after she is recommended by a family member of the family. They pay her generously, offer to help rebuild her restaurant, provide full-time security for her protection, and even assign her a personal driver. See what happens when she meets the oldest son. Will sparks fly? Or Will they hate each other?

"What's Rae short for?" He continued before tossing his friend the keys to his car. When he unlocked it she noticed the matte black Trackhawk was in the same parking lot. "Wouldn't you like to know." She leaned against the door of her car realizing he wasn't ready to wrap up their conversation so quickly. He stood his ground with a smirk tucking both hands into his pockets. "I'm asking." He shrugged, playing off his curiosity. "What's Baby short for?" She returned the question hesitant to give him her name since she didn't know his. "Josiah." He didn't hesitate. The name fit him like a glove. "Raegan." She granted, through her doe eyes. ❃ She wasn't looking for love, neither was he, what they needed was healing, but love has a funny way of forcing itself into the mix. Both self-made and self-sustaining, these young entrepreneur's cursed themselves with tunnel vision for their futures. Raegan and Josiah were perfect strangers until they find their fates intertwined and their souls infatuated. From what was supposed to be a fun night on the town, into a whirlwind of lust, lies, and most importantly, love. Will they run from their undeniable chemistry or let love mend their wilting hearts? PLAYLIST LINK IN BIO!!!!