He was forged in violence. Loved in silence. Broken by betrayal. But some flames never die... Steve's life has been one of pain and survival-abandoned by his parents, tormented by loan sharks, and molded into a ruthless gangster. But when he meets Christian, a kind and unexpectedly captivating man, everything changes. Despite his dangerous world, Steve can't help but fall for him. But Christian has his own secret-he's FBI. And his mission was to take down Steve. As their worlds collide, love becomes their biggest risk, and trust is a dangerous game. Betrayal, revenge, and a deadly rival test their bond, while Steve fights to protect the one thing he never thought he deserved-Christian's heart.

Aurelia Floris only wanted a steady office job-something simple, something normal. But when a mysterious assistant position leads her straight into the world of Kazuya Shota, a wealthy, emotionally distant single father with mafia-level intensity, her life takes an unexpected turn. When his nanny abruptly quits, Aurelia is offered a temporary position caring for his quiet two-year-old daughter, Yuki. What starts as an awkward arrangement soon becomes something more: quiet moments in the kitchen, unspoken glances across the room, and a slow-burning connection neither of them expected. Kazuya is a man used to control, silence, and solitude. Aurelia is all warmth, laughter, and light. As their lives intertwine under one New York City roof, they must navigate cultural differences, emotional wounds, and the pull of a love that's growing louder by the day. But in a world where walls are easier to build than break, can two people from such different worlds truly find a home in each other-and in Yuki's little heart? A slow-burn, heartwarming BWAM romance about love, trust, and finding family in the most unexpected places.

𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘪𝘯'𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘫𝘰𝘣, 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘪𝘯'𝘵 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘵 𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘨𝘢𝘴 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. [𝖻𝗈𝗈𝗄 𝟣/𝟤 𝗂𝗇 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝗌𝗍𝗋𝖾𝖾𝗍 𝖺𝖿𝖿𝖾𝖼𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇 𝖽𝗎𝗈𝗅𝗈𝗀𝗒] cover by @backenddoll 𝙖 𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙗𝙖𝙧𝙗𝙞𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

Katelyn Valentine isn't a stereotypical high school girl. She isn't the type of girl who would crush over boy bands or dream about her wedding. She is, however, the type of girl who claims that all celebrities are overrated. Unlike her best friend Delaney, who is obsessed over hot teen celebrities, Kate simply enjoys the life without drama. Alex Monreaux is the hot new face of Hollywood. Everywhere he goes, there are cameras, intrusive paparazzi and persistent screaming fans. So what brings this young teen celebrity to a small town? Kate soon finds herself to be stuck, stuck living with famous teen celebrity Alex (who she had no idea existed until he came knocking on her front door). Left without a choice, she is now forced to sacrifice her ordinary lifestyle and try to make the best out of the rest of her high school life, that is, if Alex could make that possible. Who would've thought that living with a celebrity could be so annoying? © 2010-2011 imperfectdreamer. All rights reserved. | Thank you for reading!

When Hadley, just back from a romantic trip to Paris with Max, learns that he has agreed to a mob-arranged marriage, her world shatters. Maybe a new guy is the perfect answer to her broken heart. But can she really stop loving Max? Season 4 of Sex and the Billionaire Crime Boss *** It was the ultimate betrayal. A romantic getaway for two to Paris had Hadley believing it was possible after all to build her future with Max. Then his mob-arranged marriage revelation shattered everything. Still reeling from Max's news, Hadley struggles to stop an enemy inside the law firm from destroying her grandfather. But even if she saves the law firm, does she want to build a new life here in Miami when Max is no longer part of it? Brad clearly wants more than just friendship with Hadley, and she's determined to give that relationship a chance. Her head tells her that this nice guy with no ties to the underworld is exactly the kind of man she should fall for. So why does her heart keep yearning for Max? And why does he keep turning up, unable to commit to her but unwilling to let her go? Meanwhile, someone is out to harm Hadley, and she doesn't know who or why. It's not only her heart she risks losing by staying in Max's orbit - it could be her very life. *** Weekly updates on Friday. Wait & read for free, or unlock with coins-the choice is yours!

Katie Wells seems to have it all. Her life is what she always pictured; married to her high school sweetheart, a beautiful daughter, and working on finishing her 5th year in her dream job. But all good things must come to an end. An unexpected storm comes in and not only destroys her school, but her life. As she struggles to pick up the few pieces that remain, ghosts from her past come back to haunt her, but they have nothing on the monsters that threaten her present and future. Will she ever make it through the storm, or will it just keep coming until she has nothing left to give?

"In Contempt" Genre: Legal Drama Synopsis: "In Contempt" follows the lives of attorneys at Pierre & Associates, a prestigious law firm steeped in legacy and ambition. The firm's senior partner, Aaron Pierre, is a stoic and brilliant attorney with a no-nonsense demeanor, carrying the weight of his father's legacy. His strict professional demeanor contrasts sharply with his growing intrigue toward Lorraine , a first-year law student and assistant attorney determined to prove her worth in a world dominated by power players. Guided by the fiery and enigmatic Rachel Fame, a no-nonsense partner with a flair for tough love, Lorraine navigates the demanding and often cutthroat world of law. As she juggles challenging cases, personal sacrifices, and the complexities of office dynamics, Lorraine's drive for success often puts her at odds with her personal desires. The story explores the themes of ambition, integrity, and the sacrifices demanded by power. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the late 1980s Washington, D.C., In Contempt blends the gritty tension of courtroom drama with deeply personal moments that delve into the characters' lives outside the office. Key Characters: • Aaron Pierre: The disciplined and enigmatic senior partner, whose exterior hides layers of complexity and a growing sense of connection with Lorraine. • Lorraine Baxter : A sharp and ambitious first-year law student, eager to climb the ranks while grappling with the sacrifices her career demands. • Rachel Fame: The confident, tough-as-nails partner who mentors Lorraine with equal parts encouragement and critique, serving as a role model and cautionary tale. "In Contempt" is a story of ambition, human connection, and the fine line between success and sacrifice, brought to life in the high-pressure, high-stakes world of law.

Fantasy - Adventure Hindi maiwasan ang dalamhati at hirap sa ating buhay. Minsan na din nating naisip na ito nga ba ang tunay na buhay para sa atin? O pagsubok lamang ito para mas lalo tayong maging better person. Ito nga ang nangyari kay Kyrie Asuncion Esguera. Na siyang panganay na anak ng simple na mag-asawa na si Mercedes at Arturo. Ngunit ang payak na pamumuhay nila ay magbabago. Dahil sa hiniling ng kanilang anak na si Kyrie. Hiling na hindi aakalaing mangyayari. Ngunit kapalit nito'y mga kaganapan na haharapin niya sa buhay. Malalampasan kaya ni Kyrie ang hamon sa kaniya ng tadhana? O mas manaig ang takot at pangamba niya na harapin ang mga ito. Side By Side Written by: LunarFtXtademry ©️All Rights Reserved Date started: Matagal na itong naka drafts, 2020 pa ata tapos ngayon lang na pub. Date published: September 19, 2021 Hindi pa edited!

" 𝒚𝒐𝒖'𝒓𝒆 𝒔𝒐 𝒇𝒖𝒄𝒌𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒆𝒔𝒚 " " 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒊𝒕 , 𝒅𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 " 𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒆𝒍 𝒈𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒑𝒊𝒄𝒌𝒖𝒑 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒑𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒎𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒔 𝒂 𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒈𝒖𝒚 . EDIT : on hiatus as of 26/6/23 , I have lost motivation and have been focusing on other projects on Wattpad and A03 therefore this story has been neglected . hopefully i will be back soon enough to continue writing and making more stories . thanks to all the people for making my story reach 4k and have added it to their reading lists ❤ EDIT : we are so back ! okay coming forward for this month and the summer, I'm working on a lot of projects and we need to finish this so i can hook yall up on some other stuff I got cooking so thank yall sm for still reading this goofy ahh fanfic i guess- what 8k reads ??? thanks for reading and voting for my story ! EDIT : on hiatus yet again, as of 18/10/24. school has been stressing and causing me to loose motivation when I desperately want to finish this fic and give a satisfied ending as planned . thanks to all the people who keep reading and adding to their reading lists, love you all ❤