Book one of the Velvet Lounge series ~ Jewel - - - - - - "Did you like the show?" I whisper, my voice low, like velvet, as I twist and turn, allowing my body to speak the language I know best. His eyes follow my every move, and I can feel the tension in his body tighten. He's studying me, waiting for me to slip-waiting for the crack in my armor. But I wouldn't give it to him. I lean in closer, brushing my lips lightly against his ear as I ask, "Or did you come for something more?" - - - - - - Jewel Monroe isn't just a dancer at the Velvet Lounge-she's the dancer. The kind men whisper about long after they've left, the kind they return for, desperate for another glimpse. With her sharp wit and unforgettable beauty, she's every man's desire and every woman's threat. But beneath the shimmer of stage lights and sultry smiles, Jewel is far more than just a performer. She's a spy. Trained in the art of seduction and deception, she moves through the Velvet Lounge's smoky corridors with purpose, gathering secrets as effortlessly as she steals hearts. Under the authority of the club's enigmatic manager, Madame Colette, Jewel uses her talents to extract information from the city's most powerful and dangerous men. Yet, some secrets she keeps for herself-because knowledge is power, and power is survival. But one night changes everything. Booked for an exclusive private room, Jewel expects the usual: a wealthy client looking for a little distraction. Instead, she finds him. The Diavolo. A name spoken in hushed tones, laced with equal parts fear and fascination. He isn't just another patron seeking pleasure; he's a man of power, a ghost in the mafia underworld who only appears when there's business to attend to. Thrust into a world bigger than herself, while also running from her dark past that threatens to creep up on her, Jewel must play the game... or be played.

|| Harry Styles fanfic (AU) || 18+ || Mafia Romance || *ON HOLD* ────୨ৎ──── After the death of her mother, Dylan is taken in by her wealthy Uncle Alek, who offers her a life of luxury far removed from the warmth of her past. However, the cold atmosphere of the mansion and the disdain of her Aunt Natalia only deepen Dylan's sense of loss and isolation. Grieving and desperate for an escape, Dylan sneaks into a bar one night using a fake ID, where she meets Harry, a charismatic and mysterious stranger who captures her attention. Unbeknownst to Dylan, Harry is the son of a notorious mafia boss, and their meeting is far from a coincidence. As the two grow closer, Dylan remains unaware of the dark secrets that surround her, including a plot to kidnap her for reasons tied to her family's hidden connections. Despite the danger looming in the shadows, she finds herself drawn to Harry, who offers her a sense of freedom and escape from the suffocating world she inhabits. Harry, caught between loyalty to his family and his growing feelings for Dylan, struggles with his role in the plan. As their relationship deepens, Dylan begins to unravel pieces of a dangerous puzzle, forcing her to confront the growing risks around her. With love, betrayal, and hidden identities at play, Dylan must navigate a path where nothing is as it seems, and her survival may depend on discovering the truth before it's too late. ────୨ৎ──── ORIGINAL WORK by sweetcreatures94 | two girls who worked hard on this story so NO copying.