Shy-thoughts
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The Secret Court by sidney_quinn
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Morgan, the second-born son of a prominent family, ventures to court to find a bride. He's aided by Liam, a charming rake who may not be what he seems. *** Morgan Winslow arrives at Mothshire Court for the summer marriage market, recently heartbroken and eager to carry on his family's legacy. He has every intention of finding a wife, despite his true desires. But as rumours swirl that he enjoys the company of other men, his prospects look poor. This prompts his stepmother to enlist the help of notorious rake Liam Danmore to rehabilitate his image. But Liam might not be the womanizer he appears, and Morgan's will to conform may not be as strong as he thought. The court of Queen Ainsley is a progressive one, with a proclamation in place that allows men to marry if they give up their inheritance. But members of the conservative elite who disagree with these policies (including Liam's father) plot to install the prince over his twin sister as the queen's health fails. As Liam and Morgan grow closer, they discover more and more of the secret underground of the summer palace. The conspiracy against the queen threatens the reforms she ushered in along with the very existence of the underground itself. There are more than a few obstacles in their path, and powerful figures working against them. But one thing is certain: if they want to be together, they'll have to fight for it.
SAINT'S OBSESSION:  URBAN✔️ (completed) by EjImagination
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Janeisha "Neisha" Bambi has always survived by staying small. Head low. Mouth shut. No waves, no risks, no getting caught up in the kind of business that comes with bodies, secrets, and street names that echo. But all it takes is one night-one favor for her best friend-to slide her straight into the orbit of Seven "Saint" Carter. Saint is discipline wrapped in quiet menace. A man the streets don't just respect-they fear. The type Neisha promised herself she'd never look at twice. He doesn't chase. He doesn't beg. He doesn't explain. Yet somehow... he does all of this for her. And when that calm, unreadable gaze settles on Neisha, her careful world starts to crack. Now Saint's patience is running out. Neisha's defenses are falling apart. And the pull between them is starting to feel less like a choice and more like fate. He's trying to shield her from the life he lives. She's trying to decide if loving him is salvation... or self-destruction. Because in a world built on loyalty, violence, and revenge; love is the most dangerous thing you can touch.
Noble in Name, Vulgar at Heart by SERIESbyWEBTOON
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"You should have never been born." Those are the last words Ariana heard before dying painfully on her twenty-eighth birthday, having been betrayed by her own family and so-called lover after spending her entire life groveling for their attention. So when she somehow reawakens as her sixteen-year-old self, she resolves to never love or be loved ever again. Instead, Ariana sets out to get revenge on her conniving and power-hungry mother and sisters-memories of the past and a steely resolve being all she has at her disposal. But her plans are interrupted by Cyrus Carrha, the infamously cold-and handsome-ruler of the Northern Kingdom. They never once interacted in her past life, but now, Cyrus seems strangely interested in her. Will he turn out to be a valuable ally, or is he just another vulgar-hearted noble like everyone else in Ariana's life? All Rights Reserved Written by Baekmyo.
Long After the Ending by SERIESbyWEBTOON
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Elena Taylor is engaged to Lian Harrington, the Crown Prince of Norton. But when Lian ditches her for Astel Fraser, a mere commoner, Elena makes a surprising choice: rather than playing her role as the villainess and attempting to force Lian and Astel apart, she steps aside and lets them ride off into the sunset. Declaring her independence from her noble family, Elena opens her own relationship counseling business, where she helps clients find success in their love lives-despite Elena's failure in her own romance. Just as her business starts to take off, Elena is handed a seemingly impossible case: she must help the burly, ill-mannered second lead, Hugh Godwin, find a noble wife-or else Elena will be evicted from her office building! With the odds against her, can Elena somehow help the gruff, jaded Hugh find love and save her livelihood? All Rights Reserved Written by Wonderdream.
Underground by Babezcanwrite
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Ava, an innocent small-town girl, gets sucked into the world of underground fighting when she catches the eye of Shawn Michaels, the irresistibly hot reigning champion. ***** Ava McAdams isn't sure what to expect when she moves to Boston for college. Her sheltered upbringing leaves her exposed to a harsher world, and one complicated male in particular -- Shawn Michaels, the tattooed and intimidating underground fighter who is nothing like anyone she has ever met before. But is falling for him worth the risk of knowing she might lose him every time he enters the ring? [word count: 100,000 - 150,000 words] Cover designed by Ren T
Rocco by byzahra_xo
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The Costantino Sequel - Featuring Costa, Millie, the twins, and all the Accardi madness readers know and love, ROCCO is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers descent into obsession, loyalty, and fire. The Accardi family is back. And this time, it's Rocco's turn. At 30 years old, Rocco Accardi is known for a lot of things-his temper, his recklessness, his complete disregard for consequences. As the future underboss of Sicily's most feared family, he was never meant to feel anything. Until her. Alessia Russo, 26, Palermo's top real estate agent, has spent the past three years keeping things strictly professional. Which is hard to do when your most dangerous client spends every meeting flirting like it's a sport-and you've had a crush on him since day one. He's chaos. She's control. Their relationship was never meant to cross the line. But one wrong step-and everything spirals. Rocco doesn't know how to love. But he knows how to destroy. And once he decides she's his, he'll burn the city before he lets her go. Something is coming. And nothing will be the same after it hits.
Mafia's Chef (COMPLETED) by anushkaaa01
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Xavier Romano, 27, a mafia leader. Ruthless, cold , arrogant are the words you use to describe him. Lost his parents in a mafia war. He has a twin sister only family left. Scarlet Rivera, 25, chef by profession. Happy, lovely, caring, kind. She grew up in orphanage. Has no family. But a best friend who she considers her family. She runs a small diner named Foodie's. Dive in the story of these two so different individuals. One a mafia and and other a chef. How these two will meet? What will happen when Xavier is in desparate need of Chef? I know I suck at description, but dont ignore me. I promise you story would be interesting! Give this book a try please! I wont disappoint you. Also you can check my previous book too which is completed 'Arranged to Love❤' and ongoing book 'Loveless Marriage' Best rankings: #26 in billionare out of 1.66k stories. #2 in chef out of 1.47k stories #1 in Xavier out of 1.47k stories (06/12/20) #7 in mafia out of 1.77k stories (23/12/20) #2 in Scarlet out of 1.37k stories (25/12/20) #1 in Italy out of 1.54k stories (17/01/21) #1 in billionaire out of 1.6k stories (06/02/21) #5 in Italy out of 1.57k stories (07/03/21) #6 in mafia out of 1.8k stories (15/03/21) #2 in Newyork out of 22.3k stories (29/06/21) #1 in Xavier out of 1.47k stories (26/08/21) #6 in Romance out of 1.94k stories (4/4/22)
The Deathsinger: Book 1 by heater0387
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Like many low elves in the kingdom of Edresh, Morana was orphaned as a child during the war against neighboring Araphel. But Morana is more fortunate than most, and is taken to live in the palace as a companion to a captive princess, Astreia. She and Astreia become like sisters, and Morana nurses a tension-filled friendship with the sometimes cruel, but always charming High Elf Prince Tievel. But even with the war over, all is not well in Edresh. A curse spreads through the land, raising ghouls and monsters and stealing the lives of the unborn. Yet it is ignored by the High Elf nobility, whose immortality renders such concerns beneath them. Then, the king-Tievel's grandfather-is killed by a magical Araphelian assassin known as a Reaper. When Morana encounters the Reaper as he's making his escape, he reveals a truth that Morana had long-denied: she is one of the last Deathsingers, a wielder of the very same forbidden magic that inspired the king's savage assault on Araphel. Furthermore, her ability to Sing away immortality might just be the key to stopping the horrors slowly consuming their world... But only if she is willing to condemn those like her dear Tievel, who have only ever known eternal life, to the cold permanence of death. To right the wrongs of long ago and prevent the world's unraveling, Morana must dive head first into the sort of danger she's always avoided and venture into Araphel with her friends. But the Reaper is always close behind, a constant reminder of both what Morana is and the impossible sacrifice she might be called upon to make... Season 1 on The Deathsinger WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence and depictions of sexual assault that may not be suitable for some readers.
CEO'S GIRL by anushkaaa01
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Jenifer Martin, a girl from California. A girl with a beautiful and the kindest heart. She has a superb business degree. But alas, sometimes bad things happen to good people. Her boyfriend of three years cheated on her with her only best friend since childhood. Damian Wilson, CEO of Wilson Clothing. He is handsome, he is super intelligent for the business world. Lives in New York City. He believes in love, but haven't found yet. He has one night stands just for his distraction though. A girl from California and guy from New York. How these two will meet? Maybe she will work for him or maybe not? Stay tuned to find out more about these two souls! Love, Anushka💛 Ranks:- #45 in nyc out of 1.56k stories. #4 in romance out of 1.95k stories PS- Current cover made by @_navyblueee_ Date:26/03/22
Property Of Vittore Martinelli ✓ by NVMelissa13
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When she was 14, Dalia was sold to Matteo Martinelli, the former leader of the largest Italian mafia. Flash forward with his son, Vittore Martinelli as the new leader, Dalia is given to him as a birthday present after years in spent in the "safe house". Dalia struggles to fulfill a promise she made and get her old self back as Vittore tries not to fall for the black beauty. Will they go through all the lies, jealousy, betrayal, envy, lust and murder together all in the name of love? Because at the end of it all, she is still Property Of Vittore Martinelli. * * * "Lift your hand," I said looking at how he held onto his bicep with a tight grip. "Let me take a look at the bullet wound." "No tesoro. I can do this myself," Vittore grumbled and I gave him incredulous look. "Don't start that bullshit with me Vittore. Remove your arm and let me help you or..." I trailed off, not able to say more. I was still in shock but I could do this. "Just... just let me help." "No." I glared at Vittore. "Why are you being so damn egotistic?! Let me help you! Do you know what it was like to find you like... and to..." I couldn't even get all the words out. "Let me help you. Please." Begging wasn't something I'd ever do but I just needed him to let me help him. "No-" "Why?!" I suddenly exploded. "Why won't you just let me help you?!" "Because I don't know how to handle it ok?!" Vittore suddenly exploded, his dark eyes glaring at me. "I don't know how to handle these... feelings. Fuck tesoro you drive me crazy! Don't you see that? You make me question everything I've ever known and... I can't..." I watched Vittore as his expression turned determined. "Fuck it." He leaned forward and pressed his lips on mine. * * * WARNING! Mentions of death, torture, gore, abuse and other things related to the mafia.