"You're arranged to marry their daughter." "No!" "The deal is sealed. Your wedding will be in a month." "What?! A fucking month? I didn't sign up for this bullshit. I refuse," I scold slamming my fist against the table. "You have no choice, but to obey son. As heir to the throne this is your sacrifice for our mafia," my father blankly says with nothing, but seriousness in his tone and expression. I go to protest some more. However, he cuts me off ending the meeting with no intention of hearing my opinion. "Leo Castillo Jr will reunite alliances for the first time in history between the Romanov and Castillo mafias," my father firmly announces as he slams the gravel onto the sound block dismissing everyone. As soon as that gravel hit the sound block that was the very moment my life took an entire different course. A course, I wasn't prepared for at all. *********************************************************************************************** Inheriting his father's strong leadership, protectiveness, arrogance, ruthlessness, and love for vengeance. Leo Jr, finds himself caught between what he also inherited from his mother. In the Mafia world, compassion and kindness will only get you killed. How will Leo Jr balance it all in the mafia world especially when the Castillo mafia is one of the most powerful mafias in the state? [ Sequel to Pregnant by a Murderer ] WARNING: MATURE, STRONG LANGUAGE & EXPLICIT CONTENT. Recommended for 18+ readers. Read at your own discretion.

BOOK 1: 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑑𝑜𝑚𝑠 𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠 Fleurie Collison appears to be an ordinary 18-year-old girl, but beneath the surface, she harbors a deep-seated terror of her own family. The trauma began when she was almost eight; her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, and her father's abuse started soon after. Fleurie, feeling utterly betrayed by those she trusted most, withdrew into silence. In a world dominated by Alphas, Graysen Issak stands as the most powerful and feared. As the Alpha of the Bloodlust pack, his dominance is uncontested, and his desires are never denied. Despite the attention of many women, Graysen remains untouched by them, patiently awaiting his destined Luna. When Fleurie's school notices her bruises and scars, her father moves them to a different state, escalating the abuse. But destiny has other plans. When Graysen and Fleurie cross paths, he recognizes her as his mute, abused mate. Determined to protect her from further harm, Graysen vows to heal her wounds and shield her from her past. What will happen when these two souls meet? Can Graysen's strength and devotion help Fleurie find her voice again and trust in love? Discover a story of resilience, protection, and the powerful bond between mates. Available on HiNovel. Available on goodnovel. Available on OwO Weaver. Available on iReader. Available on Libri.

#19 in "Mafia" A story where a drug lord mafia with a stone cold heart nearly stumble at it beating one day at the look of his precious Bella. A girl who has so much depth that even the ocean is envious. § The sound of bells screeching reached my eardrums, signalling that someone had walked in the cofee shop. I scoffed without looking up from the kitchen counter i was cleaning. great, another customer just when i thought i could leave. The rain drops could be heard from outside as the sky continued to cry. the painful emotion calming my nerves from the sound of the drops hitting the wooden window. Wow, that sounded so depress- The prescence of a person taking the seat on the opposite side of the counter, snatched my attention. My eyes found their way to the man sitting infront of me as he used one hand to sleek back his dark and wet hair. His forehead glistened from the wetness of the previous rain drops. His tan skin beautifully complementing his striking hazel eyes that were beautifully adorned by thick black lashes- "If you were done checking me out, i would like to order something" He said firmly. His thick voice the only voice in the coffee shop clear in the air. "Uh-oh. Sorry" I whispered as my face flushed bright red. "What would you like to drink Sir?" i asked as i straightened my back to appear more serious. He was not the only one who could be intidimidating. Who does he think he is? "Cofee" he said as he leaned his posture over the counter. His face so close to me that i could feel his breath hit my mouth. "And make it as black as my soul, Bella"

( EDITING!) He pushed me against the gym lockers and man did he look different. Not scary but...... Possessive " WHO IS HE !!" he shouted I was confused , who was who then I remembered and started laughing . " Oh you mean my older brother , yeah people say we are pretty cute ." My voice clearly with sarcasm He looked at me for a few more seconds and then stormed off . Who knew he can be Possessive?

☑️Completed☑️ ‼️MATURE‼️ 📚Part Of The Wattys 2022 Shortlist & Wattpad Editor's Choice!📚 ✨Rank #1 in Mature Romance - 28/10/2020✨ ✨Rank #1 in Office Affair - 30/12/2020✨ ✨Rank #1 in Mature - 18/04/2021✨ ✨Rank #1 in Adult Romance - 19/10/2022✨ ✨Rank #1 in Enemies To Lovers - 03/02/2023✨ ✨Rank #1 in NewAdult Romance - 19/10/2023✨ Ava Marshall is a quiet, friendly and kind-natured 24-year old, who keeps herself to herself and likes to lead a simple life. Working as a secretary for one of the biggest and most-reputable names in fashion, Victor Clark, Ava encounters some of the most conceited and egocentric personalities on a daily basis. She is a discreet, equable and modestly-dressed individual in an office of loud-mouthed, confident and beautiful people, all trying to work their way up the ladder in the fashion industry. As Victor Clark takes a step back from running things at the five-story office headquarters in central London, his eldest son Caden takes his place, a handsome but reticent man who catches the attention of every female in the building. Men in powerful positions like Caden have always been off-limits for Ava, as her good girl personality and sensible mindset set off alarm bells anytime a man like Caden is around her. However, now she is working for the son of Victor Clark, she begins to find her good girl ways being put to the test as Caden Clark sets his eyes on her and decides he wants to know more, leaving Ava struggling to resist his advances as she falls into a secret fling with her boss. Spending more time with Caden invites new feelings and revelations for Ava as she finds herself going against everything she believed about herself. The high of it all is an exhilarating experience, however, as Ava continues to defy her good girl instincts, will she lose herself completely?

Running from hell isnʼt easy. Especially when someoneʼs dragging you back down into it. Belligerent, brash and always in shades of black, Freya is hardly a lady. Hidden away by her father, sheʼs lived a normal life despite being born into the dark waters of New Yorkʼs underworld. Heʼs cold, cruel and calculating, with a proclivity for destruction. Feared by even Made Men, Torren is the boss of the stateʼs most leachorous crime syndicate. Freya hates his crudity and possessiveness, but she canʼt deny the way her breath hitches at his rough touch, the deep timbre of his voice, and his dark, heated gaze. Torren hates her disobedience, her recklessness, and her chaos. To him, sheʼs only something to be tamed. And after he slips a ring on her hand, snatching away her future, she makes only one vow---to become his biggest torment.

Indie is a college student, born and raised in Delaware and trying to find a new life in the small town of Whiteoak, Colorado. She is intelligent, witty and keeps to herself. She may sound average, but she's far from it. With the curse of telepathy, the voices of others thoughts she hears around her never seem to stop, causing her to isolate herself from those around her. When she moves to the small town, she expects everything to be normal - she will finish her schooling, work in a cliché diner, and live her life as planned. However, when Indie meets Thaddeus, everything changes. He is strong, mighty, angry, and notorious for his ruthlessness. Although he never yearned for a mate, Indie's charismatic aura was much too strong to ignore. Indie's stubbornness is as tough as a padlock, but Thaddeus is determined to break in. *pictures used are not mine, no copyright intended *wonderful cover by: xxarachnidxx *inspired heavily by True Blood *story mentions some topics that may be disturbing/ triggering to others: sexuality, self-harm, graphic violence, and adult language. highest ranking: #1 in YOUNG ADULT #17 in ROMANCE #1 in STRENGTH #1 in WEREWOLF #2 in SUPERNATURAL

Deadly assassins Allegra and Ace have been trying in vain to kill each other for years. With a mutual enemy threatening their mafias, they find themselves in an unexpected alliance, and soon discover killing each other isn't the only temptation they need to resist... ****** Allegra Grey is poised to be the next great American mafia leader, and she's more than living up to the name. A skilled assassin, there's only one target who's ever gotten away from her-suave, sinfully handsome Ace De Luca, heir to the Italian mafia and the Greys' biggest rival. When both mafias are faced with a dangerous threat, they're forced to work together to protect their families, and unexpected sparks fly. Allegra definitely isn't one to sleep with the enemy, especially an arrogant womanizer like Ace. But there's an undeniable electricity between them and Allegra's not sure it's all hatred. Ace may be bad news, but Allegra's never been afraid of a little danger. As the fire they're playing with grows to a scorching blaze, one thing is clear: trying to kill each other may have been difficult, but resisting this intense chemistry will be impossible. [[Word count: 100,000 - 150,000]] Cover designed by Regina Dionela Content/trigger warning: Contains mature themes, violence and gore

He pushed me up against the wall and looked into my eyes. I knew he felt the same spark as I did, I'm his mate. And he was trouble. "Mine" he growled. And the next thing I knew, everything went black.