❝I've already made up my mind, I want you and only you. No one else... because to me, you're my kind of perfect,❞ In the ruthless world of wealth and power, Adrian Ivanov reigns as a cold-hearted man, devoid of remorse. Love holds no meaning for him, as he indulges in a life of opulence and privilege, yet remains hollow. However, his carefully constructed existence is about to be shattered when an unexpected encounter brings Valentina Russo into his life. Valentina, an Italian girl struggling to make ends meet, crosses paths with Adrian at his exclusive club. Little does she know, this chance meeting will unravel the fabric of her entire existence. Will Valentina possess the strength to weather the storm that threatens to consume her? As their lives intertwine, a profound question lingers: Can Valentina be the one to thaw the ice in Adrian's heart and fill the void that has haunted him for so long? Witness a tale of passion, transformation, and the tumultuous journey two souls must undertake in search of redemption and unyielding love. https://www.patreon.com/c/arihartwattpad

Some bonds are chosen. Others are carved into your soul. Vivienne didn't believe in vampires until she started to suspect her prince might be one. Which will she sacrifice - humanity or love? ***** Vivienne lives in a world where girls are chosen to become consorts of royalty, aristocrats and the filthy rich. When she catches the eye of a mysterious prince, she begins to suspect that the elite members of society aren't quite human. Her childhood friend, Blake, warned her about vampires before he died under suspicious circumstances - but now she might be bonded to one of the most powerful undead. Who can she trust? And more importantly - can she stop herself from falling in love? [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]] Cover designed by Anastasia Wright

"You looked at me like I was no one. That was your first mistake." Eva Mirova lives in pages-quiet, romantic, untouched by the world she writes about. But fate doesn't ask for permission. It delivers her straight into the line of sight of Ivan Volkov, a man who doesn't believe in chance... only ownership. He wasn't supposed to notice her. He was there for a deal. But one glance-one moment-and she became his next decision. Not for a night. Not for a taste. Forever. She doesn't know his name. He knows everything about her. She runs. He doesn't chase-he commands the world to close in around her. This isn't a love story. It's a dark vow wrapped in silk and sealed in blood. Because when Ivan wants something, he doesn't court it. He claims it. Marries it. Breaks it, if it resists. And Eva? She just became his bride... whether she says "I do" or not.

After a decade-long marriage ends in betrayal, New York chef Jilly Moore is left with two sons, a rising restaurant, and a heart she refuses to let break twice. As she learns to co-parent with the man who hurt her, she finds herself rebuilding more than a business - she's rebuilding her family, her future, and the parts of herself she forgot. Across split weekends, baseball games, school plays, late-night recipes, and unexpected laughter, the Moore family discovers that love doesn't vanish... it changes shape. And sometimes, healing shows up in places you never expect. She built a life around love. He broke it. Now she's learning how to live for herself - and discovering that love might not be gone... just different.

"Beg for it." He growled in my ear, making heat shoot straight to my core. "Never." I hissed back as his fingers moved faster inside me. His chest was pressed against my back, hand dipped into my skirt, panties pulled to the side. I wanted to come so badly, but I would never give him the satisfaction of hearing me beg. --- Violett Moore finished college over a year ago, yet she was still jobless. Of course, she was still living the life with the money her brother sent her every month, but she wanted something of her own. Hard earned money from a good paying job. When he brother tells her that there may be an opportunity for her, she couldn't be more ecstatic, until she finds out who's hiring. Roman Drakos, CEO of the Drakos Co. conglomerate that owns most of the media outlets in LA, some film studios, and the most prestigious marketing firm. He's also her brother's best friend. She's never met him, but she already knew she wouldn't take the job. This was just another handout and she wanted to work for it. Little did she know that Roman wasn't giving away any handouts and would indeed make her work for it, even if she had to beg for it. TOTAL WORDCOUNT: 97,431 ⚠️WARNING ⚠️ This story contains mature content such as foul language, some violence, & sex

"𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐛𝐨𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐭" In a shocking turn of events, sources close to the Astor camp confirm that the notorious bachelor has officially taken himself off the market. Tristan Astor, CEO of Astor Sovereign Estates, is reportedly engaged to small-town sweetheart Kinsley Bloom. The alleged lovebirds were spotted enjoying a romantic dinner at Chez Pierre, one of the city's most exclusive restaurants. Onlookers describe the couple as "absolutely adorable" and "totally smitten." But don't be fooled - insiders whisper that this whirlwind romance may be more fabricated than factual. Is Tristan's engagement a clever PR stunt, or has the billionaire bad boy truly found love? Only time will tell."

Twenty-two-year-old Athena Paulsen's life is a never-ending tragedy, but on the surface everything seems fine. A fine daughter, dependable sister, successful entrepreneur and renowned doctor. She is the envy of the town. But if you pull the curtain called skin and peep a little deeper you will see the reality: a scared girl who has nowhere to hide. Andrew Knight is a dashing and ruthless businessman akin to his last name. He would go to any lengths to get what he wants and stroke his massive ego. From the moment Athena stepped into his life it was never the same again. Initially he hated her but slowly her intelligence and kind heart melted away the Knight's armour. Not all was rosy in the paradise. Athena's past and the complex situation of both their familial ties was soon coming back to bite them hard and shatter their dreams of "happily ever after". What is the big secret? Why is Athena trying to run from her past? What does the future hold for both of them? "Every person has a skeleton in their closet".

Entangled Book #3 Silence speaks volumes but loudness always overshadows it. Sean Patterson is a silent and reserved person who tries his best to keep himself from the wild and loud world. He's the kind of man who enjoys taking walks alone, in the silence of the night under the blanket of stars. Though he has had a fair share of women in his life, he always runs from being in a relationship because he's doesn't like sharing his thoughts and lifestyle with anyone except his two best friends. He maintains his life perfectly and takes every decision wisely but his one sudden decision makes him entangled with a woman named Lauren Hart. Though he has known her for years now, he had no idea that she is crazy, wild, sassy, loud, and talkative. And that's when his perfectly balanced and disciplined lifestyle takes an abrupt turn. Will the darkness of silence be masked by the glow of a loud personality in their situation? Will he regret his reckless decision or will he rejoice it forever? Let's see how this crazy woman snatches his peace and shows him how crazy and bombastic this world can be. Let's see what happens when the silent and reserved one gets himself entangled with the crazy and loud one. **I do not allow my work to be used or adapted in any way without my permission.** ©All rights reserved

Evelyn Melgren is a CEO, living in Seattle with her lovable dog. She spends most of her days at her workplace, trying to make her company reach the corners of the city. One evening she meets the person from her past who owns a whole book in her library of memories. The person she'd tried to let go of, but couldn't. The person she loved with her whole being, and then lost herself for. Warren Archer is the CEO of a multi-million dollar empire. The guy who's been battling the memories that are in the shape of the girl he's loved since high school. The girl he never wanted to hurt, but ended up doing that. The girl he's loved with every corner of his heart. Ten years later when Evelyn and Warren cross paths. The universe plays with their heart strings, and the feelings that have died begin to resurrect. The dead love in one's heart starts to kindle due to the blazing heart of the other. A series of circumstances set in, and they get to have a second-chance at their story. Trigger warning for sexual assault.

When two completely separate paths cross by mistake or was it Fate. their meeting may have changed the way their lives plan out forever. Ambitious Eiffel, 19, and her best friend Harlow set to take on New York. Forever stuck in some small town in Washington wasn't how the air saw their lives to plan out but they just when her lives seems to be looking up her past is thrown back into the mix. As they struggle to make ends meets, Eiffel works an extra late shift at the diner to try and afford rent when she meets a tall handsome stranger. But will he stay a stranger? Ace Marino, 26, the cold hearted wolf of wall street finds him and a few of his siblings in a diner late at nigh looking for a man. When all he comes across is a blue eyes brunette girl who has his attention. With a secret he tries to keep and juggles work and his new obsession will Ace and Eiffel face the storm and troubles ahead. Eiffel battling her past and a new relationship, it's only a matter of time before something catches up to her. Can she survive the mob life or her old life?