Six years after their college breakup, Tiana Brown and Ethan Hall's paths collide again - at a gas station, of all places. Tiana, now a published author, is still shy and introverted, pouring her heart into her writing. Ethan, a famous hockey player, is as charming as ever, but his life is a whirlwind of media and expectations. As they catch up, old feelings resurface. Tiana's book, "Sunflowers in Winter," hints at their past relationship, and Ethan feels like she's exposed his heart to the world. But amidst the nostalgia, reality kicks in - Ethan's publicist wants him to fake-date a model to boost his image, and Tiana's preference for solitude clashes with his public lifestyle. Ethan invites Tiana to his charity hockey game, and sparks fly again. But can they navigate their differences, or will their past mistakes tear them apart? *Chapter 1: Gas Station Reunion* Ethan grinned, pumping gas. "Tiana Brown. Long time no see." Tiana's eyes widened behind glasses. "Ethan Hall. You've... changed." Ethan chuckled. "You haven't. Still adorable and shy." Tiana's Inner Monologue: He still has that effect on me. Butterflies everywhere. Ethan's Inner Monologue: She's still beautiful. And still makes me feel something real. They exchange small talk, but the air's charged with unspoken tension. As they part ways, Ethan says, "We should catch up. Coffee?" Tiana hesitates, then nods. "Okay."I

In the bustling city of New York, two worlds collide when shy photographer Sasha Gray meets world-famous boxer Michael Díaz. Sasha, a 24-year-old Haitian-American introvert, lives a quiet life in Brooklyn with her camera as her comfort zone. Her three best friends - Fab, Dani, and Nala - encourage her to explore the city and meet new people. Michael, a 30-year-old Puerto Rican boxing champion, resides in Queens with his tight-knit family and three best friends - Julian, Chris, and Alex. His last relationship ended in heartbreak when his ex-girlfriend Sophia cheated on him with his rival boxer. When Michael and Sasha meet at a boxing match in Brooklyn, their initial encounter is brief but intense. As their paths continue to cross, they must confront their pasts, challenge their fears, and learn to trust each other. Will Michael and Sasha find love beyond the ring, or will their differences and past heartaches tear them apart?

"I own you. I can treat you like shit if I want to cause you're mine." He says. That might be the nicest thing he has said to me in a long time. ---------------------------------------------------------- Cece Porter is madly in love with a guy who treats her like shit. well that's until she meets Dr. Matt Thorn... This is my first story so, DON'T CRITICIZE ME! I'M LEARNING! COMPLETED 01/15/17

"I think we should stick to a professional relationship, clearly this friendship isn't doing us good." "I don't think I can do that." We were in a crowded room but his soft words never failed to reach me. "Why not?" His hands clenched at his side almost like he wanted to touch me but he held himself back clenching his jaw, his eyes never leaving mine. "Because not once did I ever see you as a friend Ellanore." "You said all you wanted was my time- what about that does not insinuate a friendship?" I questioned him. "If I clarify what I meant then it will all be over." His Adams Apple bobbed as he swallowed. "Not talking to you for 4 days was torturous as is, I don't think I can do forever." There it was, that tickle in my chest. That uncomfortable and suffocating feeling that honestly scares me more than it should. I lower my gaze because one more second of me staring into those eyes might lead me to make even more mistakes than I already have. "I'm sorry for putting you through that, Alecsandr." "If you're sorry-" He took another step closer, almost scaring my feet to retreat to safer grounds. "Then stop avoiding me Ella." ------------------------------------------------------------ Ellanore Presley has her sights set on making Partner at Dane's & Partners and claiming her rightful place at her family's table. But when her client, the enigmatic and irresistibly charming Alecsandar Balenski, keeps inventing reasons to be in her presence, she finds herself in a battle of will, torn between professional ethics and the captivating pull of his intense gazes. Published: July 31 2025 Completed: November 10 2025.

A young single mother finds herself homeless and jobless after her boss decided to fire her without warning. Walking through the streets of New York with a 5 year old on her hip she manages to land a cleaning job at a huge company- but once her boss finds out she's been hiding her daughter in the cleaning supply closet during her shifts she comes to terms with the fact that she may be losing her job and living in her car indefinitely. The only heir to the GQ conglomerate, known for his prominent scowl and drive to work himself into an early grave- he stumbles onto a young cleaning staff member walking around with the entire world on her shoulders. After finding out she has a child and is currently living out of her car he's conflicted on whether to turn away or lend a hand while she holds up her cold stricken child. Trigger warning: The following story contains themes of domestic violence, assault and mental disorders such as depression and PTSD. If the following themes may trigger you please click off.

With nothing in her life ever going right, Daisy is at her wits end. She hates her boss, hates her job and hates that's she's become the family cash cow. Tired of carrying everyone else's weight she stares at her half written resignation letter. Flip a coin, let fate take the reins. Heads- she goes to Aspen and considers her options first. Tails- she quits today and moves light years away from her family. Nicholas Grey. A man raised by books not people. A genius in theory, but clueless in the real world, especially snow covered resorts and small talk. His overbearing mother forces him out of hibernation and head first into the biting cold. A 'proper vacation' as she'd say- dropping him teeth first into the icy chaos he spent years avoiding. A coming of age story of two misfits grasping life while falling in love over a cup of hot cocoa. The holidays were all about taking chances you never thought you'd make and finding warmth in the cold. Will spring come too soon or will this winter have one running toward change with the other stumbling into it?

"Liliana." He halted his movements. "Yes Seb?" I was in a trance. Under his spell. Helplessly so. "It's your call." "What is?" "This." I felt his thumb caress my skin from under my shirt. "This ends when you say so- it doesn't even begin unless you say so." Consent has never been sexier coming from Sebastian's lips. Two best friends find themselves in compromising positions after jokingly kissing each other over a dare. Fighting desires to maintain the friendship they once knew- How far could they take this to be really 'Pushing Limits'? Published: June 2 2025 Completed: July 19 2025 NI

Her back rested upon his front, he wrapped one hand around her throat and the other hand cupped her heat. He leaned his tall frame down to her petite figure before letting out a low growl. "You better learn some respect before I fuck that tight pussy of yours." Ignoring the moisture between her legs and urge to be touched in ways she could never imagine, Dream spun around and mirrored his previous actions in an act of defiance and wrapped 𝗵𝗲𝗿 hand around 𝗵𝗶𝘀 throat, tip toed to reach his height and whispered in his ear... "I dare you bitch." _________☘︎︎♧︎☘︎︎_________ Dream Carter is a boss in a mans world and doesn't take shit from anyone but what happens when a certain 6'5 grey-eyed billionaire who is what every woman wants and what every man wants to be, walks into her life and turns shit upside down? well read to find out motherfucker. (completed and edited.) WARNING! MATURE CONTENT.

"I just thought..." I begin, flustered, not really sure where my words are headed. He shakes his head. "We can't," he states, removing my hand from his. "There are a million reasons why we can't." He runs a hand through his hair, seemingly frustrated, and then looks back at me with those haunting, green eyes. I know he's right. I'm married, I have a family, and he's also my boss. *** Vanessa Harrison has acquired everything she's ever wanted in life: a creative lead position at an advertising agency, a perfect two-story house in the suburbs, and a Pinterest-worthy family life. Until she meets Christopher, the new CEO. Chris shows her that it's okay to dream bigger, and suddenly, the foundation that Vanessa has based her entire life on, begins to crumble. With her family life at risk, and fate balancing in the air, Vanessa must ultimately choose between the life that she's always wanted, and the life that she never knew she needed. ⚠️ WARNING: This story contains sexual content and adult language. © 2019 by Victoria Livingston

A Why Choose Mafia Romance They wanted a son. What they got was me. I was five when I fell from a tree and didn't cry. Turns out I was born with a rare condition-one that makes me immune to pain. My father, Don Salvatori, saw it as a sign from God. So he trained me like a weapon. Tortured me to prove I couldn't break. Raised me to take over his empire-no softness, no tears, no room for love. Now I run this world like a ghost in red lipstick. Untouchable. Unshaken. Unforgiving. But there are five men who test that control. Lorenzo, my second-in-command. The boy I grew up with. The man I claimed first-out of possessiveness, not love... right? Saintino, my enemy on paper, my obsession after dark. Our families would kill us both if they knew. Killian, the assassin with ice in his veins. He doesn't flinch when I bleed-he worships it. Mason, the broken hacker. Quiet, haunted, brilliant-and the only one who sees through the cracks in me. Ricky, the flirty bodyguard who jokes until someone gets too close... then he turns savage. I was born without pain. But they're starting to teach me how it feels to want something I can't control. Let the world burn- They're mine.