This is the sequel (continuation) of After. Hardin and Tessa's relationship will be tested in ways she never expected, but he knew of all along.

The passionate story of Tessa and Hardin continues as family secrets, deep betrayals, and career opportunities threaten to tear them apart.

"I love you, Ashton" I whispered to his sleeping face, being careful so he doesn't hear. Quickly kissing him on the cheek, I run away knowing that he can't know, and he will never know. I'm in love with my bestfriend. "Diana?" Ashton's voice stops me. Tears threaten to fall down, but I push them away. "Yes?" "Could you please call Mel?" He replies. I nod and walk away.

Madeline Stone knows where her future is heading-her family has that part all figured out. On her twenty-first birthday she is stealing a few moments back from her own life before relinquishing every part of herself to their plan. Jackson Rider is a southern boy who grew up with a football in hand. He has seen a lot in his time as a quarterback, but when Madeline stumbles her way into his life throwing the most unconventional passes-he can't get the beautiful rookie out of his head. In life as in football, even the most solid plays can be intercepted.

"I need you," he whispered from the passenger seat. Why would I trust a bad boy? But I felt, for some reason, that I needed him to. I turned to look at him, but he was already leaning in to kiss me. Why is love so complicated? Maya Reeds is a seventeen year old girl thriving on independence and drive. She thinks boys are mindless, immature imbeciles and has steered clear of the entire concept of love in general. Her single mother is not just a role model, but an inspiration. Leaving for a business trip to China, Maya's mother has high ambitions for her future. However, she can't leave her daughter alone for all those months. That's where Carrie Groom comes in. Carrie has been friends with Maya's mom for years, and her home seems like a harmless place to stay for the duration of Maya's seeming abandonment. Never thought that Carrie could've raised a bad boy. As Maya endures this temporary move, she is sent into a whirlwind of desire, heated emotions, and betrayal- all fueled by the boy who lives just down the hall.

***THIS IS NOT THE FULL STORY!!! "The Assistant" has been published so chapters 20 onwards have been taken down due to copyright reasons! :) Kingston Corp. One of the largest and most successful Corporations Worldwide - and also owned by one of the coldest yet flirtatious males known to mankind - Adrian Kingston. He was looking for a new assistant; and who was better suited to the job more than Emily Johnson? She's academically qualified, skilled in all business areas, organised and independent. She's also one of the only females who has not fallen for Adrian's charm. Now throw in a little tension, a lot of late nights in the office, and a whole lot of social events, and you've got an undeniable spark between the pair. The only question is, will Emily change her stubborn ways and accept Adrian's charm? *** Available on amazon and google play under "The Assistant Elle Brace" :)

On her eighteenth birthday, Sasha Pierce's life tragically comes crashing down. Now, working at a Strip Club in New York City, her only focus is surviving from one day to the next-at least until a handsome stranger makes her an offer that she can't refuse. Everything about Jaxon Edwards draws her in. His charm, his mystery, and especially his simple request; to accompany him to his sister's wedding as his fake fiance and to live with him for six months in exchange for more money than Sasha could ever imagine. But, to top it all off, he also offers her a glimpse into a dark, secret lifestyle unlike anything she's ever experienced.

Johnny Valentine is a lonely boy who dreams of becoming a hero, just like the masked avengers in his comic books. His feisty grandmother Stella is a retired supermarket clerk and cancer survivor. Running out of time, money and options, the old lady is driven by a fierce sense of justice. Together the boy and his grandma devise a Robin-Hood style scheme to rob a ruthless retail conglomerate, stealing cash and medicine for the sick and needy. As their crime spree continues, the citizens of their town wonder how to judge the crazy young boy and his fugitive grandma. Are Johnny and Stella Valentine a menace to society? Or are they the only ones trying to save it? - Wattpad Top 10 Mystery/Thriller category - 2013 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Finalist (Action and Adventure Category)

You can never escape from your secret When Lilly Dunn found herself pregnant after a drunken one-night stand with Chance Morgan, she felt scared of what her family and Chance would think. Chance is known as a playboy amongst their peers and she doesn't want the baby raised around such a person. It's even a bigger problem knowing Chance is the son of a close family friend, causing Lilly to stress even more about carrying his child and what he would do if he found out. With her mind made up and some help from a new found friend she decides to keep the baby a secret and leaves home. Seven years later she is happy with her life and wonderful little girl, Ayanna. She keeps in contact with her parents through emails throughout the years but never told them about Ayanna. When she received an email from her mother telling her that her father was in the hospital on his death bed, she rushes back to her hometown to see her father, only to find Chance there as well. Chance is determined to have Lilly in his life but isn't aware that they have a daughter together. What will happen when her kept secret is exposed to all those she tried to keep it from? (Note: this story is more PG-16 for there is mild sexual contact and vulgar language. Warning I am dyslexic so there are grammar problems within this story, so please try to overlook it. Working on editing now that the story is finished.) Hot List Achievements (1/28/2015) General Fiction #2

When frumpy, unemployed Blair Davenport catches her fiance cheating on her, she finds herself in desperate need of money and a job. And Alicia Ronaldo knows exactly who she could work for: Dex Richards, CEO of Richards Enterprise, who just happens to be one of the hottest men alive. Will Blair be able to focus on her work, or will she be unemployed within the month? Alicia Ronaldo is twenty-nine and a party animal. However, when she contacts her ex, Johnny Harlan, to help out Blair Davenport, she finds herself thinking about him nonstop. Will seductive Alicia finally settle down or will she not be able to handle the pressure of responsibility? Thirty-one year old Dex Richards is CEO of Richards Enterprise, one of the most important businesses in the U.S., and a sex god. When he encounters his one night stand, Alicia Ronaldo, with her frumpy yet gorgeous friend, Blair Davenport, his new P.A., he finds himself caught in the middle and needing help choosing whom he should stay with and whom he should forget. Johnny Harlan is thirty years old and working for his best friend, Dex Richards, as Vice President of Exportation. When his ex-fiance arrives in need of a job for her friend, he finds himself unable to not think of her, twenty-four-seven. But what's a guy to do when he finds out his boss (and best friend) and Alicia had a one night affair? In this hilarious novel of two pairs of best friends and romance, you'll find yourself turning pages and wanting more. All's fair in sex, love, and other mishaps.