In a perfect world You're understanding, I'm not a perfect girl... I would drop my fears at the door I would only bring myself and nothing more And you let me be, a woman And you let me be, a flawed woman You would yearn to hear all about my past What I've done, what I've did And why, below my sick thoughts That if I needed to, I could cry And you would catch my tears You don't wanna be nobody else's pain You don't wanna be nobody else's place to hide from themselves SHAME And I'm the one to blame You see right through me You see through the smile You see straight through me You push past the lies ***A Toxic Romance***

Jashae stared at the email in shock "I don't think I can do this Ray, what if it's a scam? I mean they could be psychos" she mumbled to her best friend who had got her into this mess. "I'm sorry Shay but this might be the only way you'll make that amount of money in such a short amount of time. At least meet them before declining" Jashae Hill, a 22-year-old facing her grandfather's declining health, is presented with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that could alter her life's course forever. As she navigates the emotional toll of her grandfather's illness, she receives an unexpected offer: becoming a surrogate for none other than Grammy-Award winning producer Xavier Rice. Ultimately, the decision will depend on Jashae's values, priorities, and personal circumstances.

Two years ago, Ashanti unexpectedly found herself on the road with Joe, better known as Roman Reigns, The Tribal Chief. Although she's unfamiliar with the wrestling world, Ashanti dedicates herself to making Joe's life smoother while he excels in the ring. Now, as Joe strives to maintain his dominance in wrestling, he's equally focused on keeping Ashanti close, balancing his professional success with their personal relationship.

Cursed I am; now cursed... you'll be.

Every time Isaiah looked at himself in the mirror, he was constantly reminded of the most traumatic moment of his life. He grew to hate himself until Namiko randomly waltzed into his life one day and began teaching him how to love himself again. It was as if she was his second chance. He'd been so pissed off all night to the point where he was physically shaking like a ticking bomb. This one hug from her felt like the rainbow after a severe thunderstorm. He couldn't believe that his sanity really depended on her. He'd never reached this point of love before. She brought him so much peace. That's why he loved her the way that he did; the reason why he couldn't stand to spend a single second away from her and why he depended on her to keep him sane. She was just it; like a breath of fresh air. He never expected the woman that ended up stealing his heart would be a real life Disney Princess wandering cluelessly around New York City; an autistic one, at that.

It was just a one night stand, but all it took was one time. Cam Girl Madeline who just wanted one night of sexy, pleasurable sex ended up with just more than that. She doesn't know his name and doesn't know anything about him. All she knows is where he lives, but it was complicated with him. She finds out he has a wife.

"Put a 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐲 opp b*tch in the morgue, call that b*tch drop dead 𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐮𝐬." - KV

Til' death do us part; for better or for worse Cover by @K4SHMAYY

Watty's 2024 shortlist, Watty's 2024 Best Characters winner A story of boxing, drugs, and love Tyreek Nixon is a 26 year old underground boxer who goes by the alias Pretty Boy. He's known he was attracted to boys for as long as he could remember, but one man really catches his attention during one of his fights. All he wants is even the chance to get to know this man better, no matter how many fights he has to win to impress him. DeAndre Kingston is a 28 year old New York native who is known around the city for his product- weed and pills. One day when DeAndre is selling at an underground boxing event, he finds himself suddenly enraptured by one of the fighters. DeAndre may have never felt an attraction for a man before but that sure didn't stop him from wanting this "Pretty Boy" The two embark on an intertwining story of romance, blood, and drama, enduring it all for the sake of being able to call each other "mine"

Devonte, a star basketball player in college, was known for his prowess on the court. But behind the fame and victories, he harbored a secret about his sexuality, one he had kept hidden for years. Devonte was gay, and the world he lived in, the competitive world of college sports, didn't always feel accepting. Off the court, he concealed his true self, not wanting to jeopardize his position or his relationships with teammates. He had mastered the art of compartmentalization, keeping his personal life completely separate from his public persona. It was a tough act to maintain, but he had managed it successfully for a long time. Anybody he had intercourse with, male or female. He always had the upper hand and made them submit even when they were open to doing more, but soon enough he might have come to meet his match and this person was undoubtedly showing no remorse to ruin his reputation.