Alessandro 'Sandro' Bellini's world is one of ruthless control, and his most loyal weapon is his Cane Corso, Cerberus. Across the city, Juniper 'June' Scott's world is a sunlit bakery, where she remains blissfully unaware of the shadows that govern her city. When Cerberus escapes, Sandro is prepared for war. He isn't prepared to find his beast being fed scones by a cheerful baker who has audaciously renamed the killer 'Muffin.' This singular act of canine betrayal forces the cold-blooded underboss into June's warm orbit. Each reluctant visit to retrieve his dog pulls him deeper under her spell, an addiction he can't fight. In a life of calculated sins, Sandro is about to discover his darkest vice isn't a choice, but a dangerous craving for the one woman he should be protecting her from: himself. ∘₊✧──────✧₊∘ Word Count: 55,331

"I could've killed you right in the moment but when I looked into these sparkling green eyes I knew I would be losing the light of my life if I did" I wanted to feel scared but I couldn't. I felt safe instead. I'm so stupid and naive. "And in this dark life I'm living I need some light Aria, I know I'm being an selfish bastard and putting you in danger, but please stay with me and I'll give you everything you want and protect you with my life" "I can't-" "Please save me Aria" I could swear I saw a tear escaping his eye before he cupped my face and smashed his lips on mine. THIS IS NOT THE SAME ALEX AS ARES' SON

**Trigger Warning: mature themes and themes referencing sexual assault** Delilah Steger had everything a 17 year old could possibly want; loving parents, a solid fast-track to a career as a professional dancer, and friends she adored. That is until a drunk driver killed her parents. At 17 she finds herself alone and venerable. Enter Craig Brown, known to his MC buddies as "Wrecker." He's older than her and she sees him as her savior - until it turns out he's anything but. Now 24 years old, 6 years into a name-only engagement, Delilah finds herself broken with no light at the end of the tunnel. One night after sneaking out to visit a friend, Craig tracks her down. And that's where things get interesting.... Trevor Kozik, known to his Army and MC buddies as "Axe," has always been known for being a standup guy. And he really HATES bullies. When he sees Craig lay hands on Delilah from across the club, something inside him snaps into place. He knows now that Delilah is meant to be his; to protect, love, honor and cherish. Now he just has to prove it to her and get her on board with his vision of their future. Too bad that's going to be easier said than done. (This is an HEA with no cheating)

Skylar Murphy is a 17 year old innocent, naive girl. All she could ever ask for is love. Her parents are abusive and addicts. She feels like all is lost. Until one night she has enough and decides to run away. Alexander Romano is a 26 year old mafia boss. He cares for nothing and nobody. He's a cold-blooded killer. Doesn't believe in love. Until he meets Skylar, his whole world changes.

Embry Noelle, a college student taking on the world, tragedy struck her young after her parents' abandonment. Years of hard work led her to be the proud owner of an antique book store. While to most, it's a waste of time, but for her, an avid book enthusiast, it's love at first sight. Taking on a major and two minors, leaves her overwhelmed in more ways than one. Owning her own store, renting a small apartment and college leaves her run down all the time. An interesting turn of events that leads her to meet an unusual character, the devil. Not just any devil, but the devil; Samael himself has descended on her small quaint shop. What happens when she watches the transformation unfold before her own eyes? Who's to say Samael doesn't already go by another name? One she's familiar with?

Ace was perfectly happy. She loved her career, her home, and her independence. One of the best parts of her chosen profession was that she never knew what the day might bring or who she'd end up meeting. One day, an interesting call becomes even more interesting and Ace finds herself asking: Who is the real rescuer and who the rescuee? *************************** Chapters will be posted in installments based on my work schedule. :)

"Are you going to kiss me or are you just gonna stare?" As if he needed the encouragement, he slams his mouth down on mine in a frenzy, his hands moving from the counter to my thighs and pressing himself against me completely. I try and overcome him in the kiss but he wins, his tongue controlling mine in a way I've never experienced before. I'm used to being in charge so it's nice to have someone take control of me for once. He picks me up, his fingertips biting my ass as he carries us back upstairs. He doesn't break the kiss even while moving and I don't find myself worried that he's going to drop me, I've never trusted anyone this much before and it feels good. I pull away from the kiss to start nibbling just below his ear, making his breaths come out sharper as he carries me to the bedroom. We end up in one of my spare rooms instead of my room but I don't even care, I just want him wherever I can get him. He drops me onto the bed with me still latched on his neck as he groans against my skin, sending shivers down my spine. I pull his cut off as his hands start creeping under my shirt, brushing against the underside of my breasts while he bites down on my bottom lip. I almost rip his shirt in my desperation to reach his skin and I sigh in relief when my hands touch the warm skin I've been thinking of more than I should've been. He is distracted by my mouth so I take the opportunity to explore the muscle in his chest and out towards his biceps where it curls gorgeously. I can only think about sinking my teeth into it so I pull out of the kiss and start licking across the surface, his hand tightens in my hair as I bite down on his shoulder.

Zayan Colt is a famous metal singer from Germany. He is in a famous band who makes music in both English is German, aware and amused, he knows he's being stalked. Melantha Collins is a young girl, for the past 6 years since she was 18 she's been obsessed over Zayan Colt, his long hair, aggressive voice, and his accent. She made him everything. What she lives and breathes. She kills for him. Lives for him. She may even die for him. She thinks she's being discreet but he knows exactly who she is. Going to every concert, gifted backstage passes one time to meet him, there's an interesting confrontation... how will this play out?

Medical Registered Trauma Doctor, Kaia Blanc is well known in her field, paid well, desired among many hospitals for being good at what she does at her young age although still rendered a "junior doctor". She deals with stabbing, shootings, bone injuries, anything that enters the ER essentially. With high skill and lack of infections after treatment she's very adored among professionals, and among her patents she's kind, intelligent, and is very good at providing adequate comfort and care. Russian Mafia Boss, Zion Morozov is a ruthless leader without much to say. When he speaks its valuable, it means something and carry's importance. He kills the bad, graces the good, is smooth sailing without a bone in his body dedicated to anger. Calm. Reserved. His sister, Zoe Morozov came into Kaia's hospital, demanding to speak to her. A deal of a lifetime to work for Zion Morozov. What are the conditions and will Kaia say yes?

Dahlia Pickett, a 24 year old dime, had a familiar, traumatic experience at work as she is a bartender. She calls up her friend, ex-coworker Carly and pleads to go to a club and dance her pain off. Carly ends up hooking up with a girl, leaving Dahlia alone. Walking home she peers into an alleyway where a man was beating another to a pulp, her body frozen, not because of a possible murder, in reality she could care less but he sees she saw what he'd done. She was scared for herself. With her heart racing how would this man be involved with the rest of her life knowing she witnessed his crime?