A shy art student finds herself drawn to an older guy she encounters in a cafe. Something sparks between them, but everything is not black and white, and the baggage they carry might just be too much. ***** Rowan Easton has finally found the courage to leave an abusive relationship, and as it turns out, her ex has no problems moving on to the next conquest. Deciding that she too needs to leave the past behind her, she throws herself into getting her degree and has no intentions of getting involved with anyone else in the near future. James Wilson returns from serving overseas only to find that his wife has been cheating on him. Heartbroken, he divorces the fair-haired Ada and moves away in the hopes of coping with the aftereffects of war and a broken marriage. The two meet under these unfortunate circumstances when James moves to the college town of Bozeman, Montana. Despite the recent events in his life, James finds himself fascinated by the girl who sits slumped in the cafe with coffee and a sketchbook. Will they ever overcome the walls placed by their past relationships? ••••• Warning: This story is complete and is registered in its entirety with the U.S. Copyright Office. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. This is the only place this story is posted.

What happens when Lily Knight an innocent, shy girl, 16 yrs old abused throughout her life met with her brothers who lost her when she was just 4. Both hiding there dark pasts with each other. Will she let them in or they treat her like her abusive foster dad. What happen when a certain boy takes interest in her or maybe certain boys? Or worst a Love triangle? Everyone hiding everything from each other. A mafia brother-sister story + a mafia romance story [Once you somehow cross first 18 chapters, you won't be able to quit ]

When cold-hearted, dominant and controlling, Darius Kane sets his sights on something he wants he doesn't stop until he gets it. *first draft*

Billionaire Ashton Brooks has a bad reputation that he just can't seem to shake. He's rude, spoiled, toys with women, and mocks anyone below him. He's never had to work hard for what he has, and he's not afraid to show it. But when his public image becomes a detriment to his finances, he decides to do anything to change it. With little options left to redeem himself, he takes in a homeless woman named Daisy to sympathize his way into popularity. But he quickly learns that Daisy is not just a charity case, and she has the ability to change much more than his reputation. #1 in maturethemes #1 in coworkers MATURE: Depictions of sex, violence, profanity, drugs, and other mature themes

She was the price of a debt. He was the devil collecting it. Sofia Murphy lives in a world of color and quiet-a life spent painting soft dreams and hiding from sharp truths. But when her father signs her away to settle a blood debt, she's thrust into the arms of a monster wrapped in a tailored suit. Alessandro Lombardi is a king among criminals. Feared. Worshipped. Deadlier than the sins that built his empire. He doesn't ask for a wife. He takes one. In his world, vows are shackles. Kisses are claims. And love? Love is just another weapon. Sofia is everything he's not-sweet, untouched, innocent, a light he was never meant to hold. But now that he has her, he won't let go. Not when she trembles under his touch. Not when she flinches at his darkness. Not even if she wants to run. Because Alessandro doesn't chase. He hunts. He craves her obedience. Worships her purity. And if she ever thinks of running? He'll track her down with a smile, chain her to his bed, and remind her-slowly, ruthlessly-who owns her body. And who owns her soul. He didn't just marry her. He branded her. And in this house? There's no escape. Only surrender. And if the world dares come between them? He'll burn it to the ground-just to watch her smile in the ashes.

Lenora Williams has spent years perfecting the art of being unnoticed. Quiet, reserved, and fiercely protective of her peace, she keeps her world small and predictable. It's the only way she's ever felt safe. Then she accepts a position at Maroni headquarters. As CEO of one of the most powerful corporations in the country, Luca Maroni is a man accustomed to control. His business, his employees, his life. Nothing escapes his grasp. Until Lenora. There's nothing remarkable about her at first glance. She avoids attention, speaks only when necessary, and seems determined to fade into the background. Yet the more Luca learns about her, the more impossible she becomes to ignore. What begins as curiosity soon turns into something far more dangerous. Because Lenora is hiding secrets of her own. And when the past she's worked so hard to escape finally catches up to her, both of them are forced to confront the truth: Some people enter your life quietly. And leave it in ruins.

I froze. A man was slumped against the graffiti-covered brick wall, blood blooming across his side. His white shirt was soaked through, and there was a gun just inches from his open hand. My heart slammed against my ribs. Run, Skye. You should run. But I didn't. Instead, I dropped my bag and took a cautious step closer. His head lifted. Piercing, icy blue eyes met mine, sharp even through the haze of pain. His face was all sharp edges and shadowed scruff, blood trailing from the corner of his mouth. His accent was thick and rough, like broken glass. "Leave." I shook my head slowly. "You're bleeding. Bad." "Not your concern." His voice was lethal, but he flinched hard when he tried to move. "You're gonna die out here," I whispered, kneeling beside him. My hands trembled as I pressed a napkin from my apron against his side. "I'm studying to be a nurse. Let me help." He stared at me like I was something he couldn't comprehend. A stranger. A softness he didn't trust. Then his hand, heavy and warm, clamped around my wrist-not rough, but firm. "What's your name?" he rasped. "...Skye." A beat passed. Then another. "I am Mikhail." His eyes darkened. "And you shouldn't have found me."

Raven McCoy is a driven, no-nonsense senior at Columbia University, determined to carve out a future on her own terms. With her sharp mind, relentless ambition, and a confidence that turns heads, she's always believed that love-and distractions-have no place in her plans. But one impulsive night changes everything. A chance encounter with Roman Riles, the world's most powerful and untouchable billionaire CEO, leads to an unexpected, electric connection. Known for his ruthless business tactics and commanding presence, Roman is a man who never loses control-until Raven. When she discovers she's pregnant, her carefully laid-out future is thrown into chaos. Roman isn't the kind of man to walk away from responsibility, but his world is one of power, wealth, and expectations she never wanted to be a part of. As Raven grapples with the weight of her choices, she must decide whether to stand alone as she always has or take a leap of faith into the arms of the one man who could change everything.

𝙼𝚒𝚗𝚎 𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝒶 𝙼𝚘𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘦 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢 𝘔𝘢𝘧𝘪𝘢 𝘉𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘟 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵 𝐿𝓊𝒸𝒾𝒶𝓃𝑜 𝒩𝒾𝒸𝒽𝑜𝓁𝒶𝓈 𝒟𝑒 𝐿𝓊𝒸𝒶 is known as the head of the De Luca mafia, a man whose name strikes fear across the criminal underworld. Ruthless in his decisions and calculating in every move, he controls his empire with precision and power. His reputation is built on loyalty and respect, and he's known for dealing with his enemies swiftly and without hesitation. Despite the danger surrounding him, Luciano commands authority with quiet confidence, always one step ahead of those who dare to challenge him. 𝑅𝑜𝓈𝒶𝓁𝒾𝓃𝑒 𝒱𝒾𝓉𝑜 𝒮𝒶𝓃𝓉𝒾𝒶𝑔𝑜 is a naturally shy yet endlessly talkative and hyper girl, known for her bright smile that rarely fades. Her cheerful energy is a core part of who she is, not something she hides. Despite her lively personality, Her warmth and optimism shine through even in the darkest moments, making her resilience stand out amid the challenges she faces. Rosaline eagerly made her way to the bakery as instructed by her grandmother to place an order for the night's gathering. She encountered a man with a distant and cold demeanor, who had just walked in. Unfazed by his apparent annoyance, Rosaline engaged him in conversation with her usual warmth and enthusiasm. What do you think happened after that ?

" ᴛʀᴏᴜʙʟᴇᴅ ꜱᴏᴜʟ " 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙖𝙩 𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙚 , 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙜𝙜𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣, 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙚