She felt the heat of his body at her back before she saw his hand. His fingers grazed her skin, just barely, as he found the zipper and slowly, so slowly, pulled it up. It wasn't just a zip. It was a claim. A warning. "I should break his nose for looking at you the way he did," he whispered at her ear. "But that wouldn't be enough." Her breath caught. He hadn't touched her, not really. But it felt like too much. Like he'd branded her. "And you," he went on, voice low, lips grazing the curve of her neck without touching, "walking around this place in nothing but that swimsuit... you knew what you were doing." She swallowed hard. "Maybe I did." His hands lingered at her waist, holding her in place. Possessive. Undeniable. "You like making me jealous," he said, voice husky. "But just remember, Chloe... jealousy makes me dangerous." ***Content Warning*** This story contains mature themes including sexual content, emotional manipulation, morally complex relationships, cheating, and adult language. Reader discretion is advised RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 18+ Copyright Disclaimer © MaryRose 2025 This is a work of fiction. All characters, events, and settings are the products of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or real events is purely coincidental. No part of this story may be copied, reproduced, or distributed in any form without the author's express written permission.

"I'm the most eligible bachelor of America I'm a billionaire and you're rejecting me" "YES" "Tell me what you want I'll give you anything" " Anything?" "Yes" "I want money" I want money. These words hurt me so much. She's also like others just behind money. Golddigger. Why had I thought that she is different ? But why do I care? I only want this marriage for 18 months. AGE:24 An arrogant possessive billionaire married a girl for his family house. As the house is the last thing of his family. He has lost his parents when he was just 6 His bad past is the cause of his cold behavior. AGE:18 A middle class girl came abroad far from her family to study on scholarship. She had to agree to him because of her need of money for her mother's surgery. She is intelligent, caring, responsible but at the same time childish and clumsy also. She can bright anyone's day. A ray of light in his dark life. Will he be ever able to understand her? Or it'll be too late to regret? He don't like when someone talk back to him but she does He hurt her but she cared for him Will he realize his mistake or his past will ruin their life? Story which will make you happy sad laugh and cry at same time There's more to explore inside it. Read and find out Because what'll happen YOU NEVER EXPECT

Spencer wraps the blanket tighter around us causing me to melt into him further. He sweeps my wet hair over my shoulder while I stare out towards the golden sunset. He plants a kiss on my temple before nuzzling his face into my neck. "Thank you," He whispers. I run my fingers through his soft curls, "For what?" "For showing me life doesn't always have to be so serious," He sighs. "I don't know what I did before you," He mutters, almost like it wasn't for me to hear.

An Eternal Journey follows Andrea Salvatore, a woman forged in the fires of Mystic Falls, as she steps away from her dark past and into a world of love and discovery with Elijah Mikaelson. Together, they wander through centuries-old cities and breathtaking landscapes, finding peace, adventure, and purpose beyond survival. Alongside deep family bonds and eternal love, Andrea learns to embrace life's beauty, building a legacy that defies time. This is the 2nd story I ever wrote so please don't be too harsh.

20 year old Ava Winston works in a small bakery. She is kind, sweet and shy. Her parents passed away so she has to take care of her 5 year old adopted brother. 23 years old Carter Nicholson is the richest and biggest billionaire in the world. He is arrogant and rude, he has a younger sister and kind parents as well. When Ava and Carter first cross lines past each other, it wasn't the in most amazing way in fact it was in the most humiliating way possible for either one of them. But do you think they will get along with each other since they'd have to face each other every day? Join their journey of sadness, arrogance and love and find out what will happen!

Ever since Althea Evans' parents passed away from a horrific accident, her life has forever changed. From dealing with her grief to having an arranged marriage with the man who didn't spare a glance at her. Arthur Williams swore to never believe in love again after his failed relationship, until he learnt to love his arranged wife. It started out as an arranged marriage, an unwanted marriage, until it became wanted. But is 'love' enough to keep their marriage safe? Originally written by: Rafah S. Started in 2019 - Completed in 2022 Highest ranks: #4 in romance (June 26th 2021)

He was said to be the strongest of his kind. Impressed by his strengths and foreseeing his regime as a great king, he was blessed with a mate who would complement his strengths and character... but she turned out to be the infamous Bastard Princess. ... the end chapters are available on Inkitt for free. the link is in my bio.