"You're atheist," I remind him. "You don't believe in god." "I believe in you," He murmurs, letting the cigarette hang from his lips. "I believe in whatever you believe." He says, letting the confession roll off his tongue as if it were that simple. As if god, the devil, heaven, hell-as if none of it really had meaning to him. "That's not how it works," I mutter as we walk down a few more alleyways-the city of Manhattan coated in a light blanket of snow. Henry Vitiello had never had anything to pray for, that is, until he met me-the only thing that had ever opened his mind up to the possibility of religion "Isn't it?" He argues, taking the cigarette by his middle and pointer finger before blowing the smoke out. "I'II dip my hands in holy water if it means I could touch you." "You'd probably burn." 𓆩♡𓆪 𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐑𝐘 𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐎, the reaper. He's a prick. An asshole. A pretentious son of a bitch. He's not perfect. He's not even decent. But he's hers. She could be a bottle labeled poison but he was an alcoholic, and he had drunk her empty. Now he was hungover. 𝐉𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒, the healer. She's known to be the perfect good girl, with perfect grades and a perfect life with a perfect family. They didn't know that behind the gated doors of their billion dollar estate, she was strapped down to a chair every night and picked apart just to be put back together in time for supper. 𓆩♡𓆪 star-crossed; adjective (of a person or a plan) thwarted by bad luck. 'star-crossed lovers' and that, they were. So they fucked under those very stars that tried so desperately to break them apart. 𓆩♡𓆪 ‼️DISCLAIMER ‼️ BOOK REFERENCES TO MARA DYER, SHATTER ME, MIND FUCK, ETC ARE ALL INTENTIONAL SO DONT BE RUDE. AS FOR TRIGGER WARN

Picture being kidnapped on your honeymoon, yanked by your waist away from your husband, and being laid on the horse upside down ruthlessly. The worse is that you're freshly married and on the verge of losing your virginity with someone you're supposed to be with forever. Well, sugar and spice and everything ain't nice. Kyra Ahuja, 21, has always been your typical bimbo. "Marriage" has always been her priority every since she's watched every typical Bollywood & Hollywood movie. But, not every love story involves a prince charming. Sometimes, it's the dark knight that conquers your heart. And certainly, with Kyra, she's forced to stay with Mr. Kidnapper, who apparently has mixed personality disorders. Will she ever fall for him or go back to her husband after being released. What exactly is the sole purpose of kidnapping? Is it mere attraction, lust, or deep rooted reasons from the past. Let's find out. Get ready to experience love, heartbreaks, lust, joy and sensuality to a whole another level.

"How about a million for a dinner with me?" ☆☆☆☆☆ After years of living abroad, Kim is coming home to take over the family after his father's death. As the new head of the mafia family according to the tradition, Kim has to get married to be respected in the mafia world. However, marriage isn't something that Kim deems necessary. Things change when he sees a gorgeous boy with a sweet voice busking on the street and an obsession starts burning in his heart. Maybe Kim wants to get married after all...

//Publishing under Wattpad Creator's Program// Abandoned and discarded In her previous life Layla hoped to have the pure love of her father, affection of her brothers and an ounce of care of her fiancee but just maybe it was too much to ask, for she could not become her sister. After becoming a political tool in the hands of her family and being an object of contempt for her fiancee she finally succumbed to pain and misery dying at the age of twenty five. In this life she would be as indifferent to them as they were to her once and to escape from the shackles she would even walk into the lair of her father's enemy and become his bride. She will become the obsession of the King of Ardos even when it means that his passion and desire may consume her soul. She will become the sweet, innocent pet of Emperor Icarus. "Come little bird, cry for me tonight."

Highest Rank #1 in Pakistan #7 in India #2 in Teenage Ex - Euphoria Ishq agar yunhi mukkammal ho Jaye Toh chahat kis baat ki rahegi * In the heart of the Khan family lies a tapestry of love, tradition, and resilience. Sharar weaves the intricate lives of three couples, each facing unique challenges that test the very core of their relationships. Kaif and Ayla, brought together by an arranged marriage, struggle to reconcile their differing values. Ayla's fierce independence clashes with Kaif's deep-rooted family loyalty, leading them down a path fraught with conflict yet bound by an unspoken bond. Meanwhile, Hanan and Ayat's union is marked by constant quarrels and misunderstandings. As Hanan returns from America, eager to embrace a love he has always cherished, Ayat is determined to resist. Their journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the quest for mutual understanding. Then, there is Shyra, enigmatic and reserved, who finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Kabir. As she navigates her newfound emotions, Shyra learns that vulnerability and openness are essential for love to flourish. Sharar delves beyond romance, highlighting the importance of family values and the courage to challenge outdated traditions. It is a poignant reminder that self-respect and happiness are paramount, and sometimes, love means letting go of the past to build a brighter future.

Part of my Minor Family Supremacy Series. This is Vegas's story. What if the Devil of Thailand was interested in Pete long before Porsche entered the picture?

*BL THAI NOVEL* Mac "Why do you have to be so mean to me?" Nan "Why do you have to love me?" "This is a translation that is not authorized by its writer. It is made by fans and for fans. Non-profit translation, the @sumathiunes1 account is not responsible for the partial or total theft of translations made here for other purposes ." Please, if you want to read the original version of this book, go to the Yénim portal. All rights and authorship of this book belong to her.

What if Pete was never locked down by Vegas? What if instead Khun Kinn sent him in mission to seduce Vegas so he could: pull Vegas away from Porsche and find more about the minor family? What if their longing becomes love? What if Pete has to choose between holding Vegas heart pr hold the major clan loyalty? What if...?? Started: June of 2022

FREE STORY WITH EXCLUSIVE CONTENT. This is *not* a Paid Story. Eighteen-year-old hockey prodigy Elliot Wexler has three goals for senior year. One: somehow graduate with a 3.5 GPA. Two: hide his bipolar disorder from his peers. And three: make it into the NHL with no scandals. Piece of cake. What he doesn't expect is to find Lucy, a homeless girl, hiding from the winter frost in his dad's shed. Elliot's busy, complicated life doesn't permit room for error, and falling in love with a girl from a totally different world sounds like the opposite of a good idea. But Elliot can't help but be drawn to Lucy and her elusive ways--even when she seems to vanish from his life non-stop, each time leaving him with a bigger hole in his heart. But Elliot is determined to break down Lucy's barriers. And when he does, he discovers that her life is more complicated--and dangerous--than he could have imagined. With drafting season approaching, and Elliot's fragile mental health deteriorating, he's forced to face a difficult question: Is first love supposed to hurt so much? *** PLEASE DO NOT ADD THIS STORY TO GOODREADS.