8ccmay24 Stories

A detective battling the demons of grief and depression must save the life of a renowned singer who she unintentionally falls in love with. ✵✵✵✵✵ Detective Annika Bennington is struggling to cope with the devastating loss of her fiancé, who tragically died in the line of duty. Her battle with insomnia and dependence on alcohol is taking a toll on the life she has painstakingly built. Feeling lost and adrift, she crosses paths with Rio Melendez, a charismatic and lively internationally acclaimed singer. When she is appointed as the head of his security detail following an attempt on his life, she realizes that her reliance on Rio far outweighs his need for her. Rio becomes her lifeline as she battles through the depths of her crippling depression. There is one problem, however - her sister. ✵✵✵✵✵ The Detective and the Rockstar- a whirlwind romance with some mystery, suspense, and light-hearted humor. ✵Cover design by MerneithTaylor

Title: "Shadows of the Illuminated" Description: In the heart of a sprawling metropolis, journalist Alex Reynolds stumbles upon a web of dark secrets that leads them into the hidden world of the Illuminated-a secretive society rumored to hold the key to ultimate power. Drawn into a dangerous game of manipulation and intrigue, Alex must navigate the shadows of the city, where love and hatred, sacrifice and suspense, converge in a deadly dance of deception. As Alex delves deeper into the mysteries of the Illuminated, they uncover ancient rituals, forbidden knowledge, and a power struggle that spans centuries. But with each step closer to the truth, they find themselves caught in a web of lies and betrayal, where the line between friend and foe blurs and the shadows hold secrets that could shatter the world. With danger lurking around every corner, Alex must confront their own demons and face the ultimate choice: to embrace the darkness or stand against it, even at the cost of everything they hold dear. "Shadows of the Illuminated" is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, where the truth is never what it seems and the shadows hold secrets that could change the course of history.

When Bella and Brian, a couple on the verge of breaking up, are dared to live together for three months, their strained relationship faces the ultimate test. As they navigate old arguments and new misunderstandings, they must confront their deepest fears and rediscover the love that once bound them. Can they rekindle their romance and win the apartment, or will the tension tear them apart for good? This unexpected challenge might just become their greatest opportunity for a second chance at love.

Lotta is a normal fourteen-year-old girl. Too normal, in her opinion. Because being normal means being ignored. Living in a house with a mentally sick brother and physically sick sister means that being ignored kinda happens a lot. Maybe that's why she only has one friend and spends most of her time trying (and failing) to escape the school's most popular girl, Brynne Lawson. But suddenly everything is turned upside-down and Lotta is thrown into a world of kidnappers, criminals and crazy scientists, all because of a wierd video with, yes, Brynne. Little does she know the secrets that will be unraveled, and the people involved... Is her life really as normal as she thought?

An unbelieving World War 2 Allied Officer finds out that he was killed after saving an innocent civilian under his care from unscrupulous elements in uniform. The prospect turns to be bleak for any kind of afterlife given his circumstance in matters of faith. Lucky for him that an unexpected corner came to provide him a divine contract and a way out. The weight of this deal bears heavily on his ability to fulfill it as its end goal is either he gains a chance for a happy afterlife or the utter destruction of his soul. On acceptance of this divine deal it launches him into a new mission or misadventure into a new brave world fighting monsters, supernatural skulduggery and finding himself to become the reluctant support of heroes.

Alexis, grappling with the revelation of Kristoff's true intentions, must confront her feelings of betrayal and heartbreak as she navigates the shattered remnants of their once-promising romance.

The city never sleeps, they say. But in New York, it doesn't even breathe the same way the rest of the world does. Here, the air vibrates with a constant, low hum - the thrum of subway trains pulsing beneath the earth, the relentless honking of taxis, the rhythmic pounding of construction that never seems to end. It's a symphony, a cacophony of concrete and steel, a melody played on asphalt and exhaust fumes. This symphony had a million instruments. There were the screeching brakes of a food cart, the rhythmic hammering of a street performer's drum, the rapid-fire patter of a sidewalk vendor hawking his wares. There were the high-pitched shouts of children playing in a rooftop park, the low murmurs of lovers sharing secrets on a park bench, the mournful wail of a police siren cutting through the air. But amidst all this noise, amidst all this chaos, some found their own rhythm. Amelia, a dancer with fire in her soul, heard the pulse of the city in every beat of her heart. Ethan, a saxophonist with a story in every note, felt the city's energy course through his fingertips. Their lives, like two melodies intertwining, were about to be carried away by this concrete jungle symphony.

In all the world, there's no heart out there like yours. In all the world, there's no love out there for you, like mine. Damien Kane nearly destroyed me 6 years ago and now by some kind of wicked fate, we are headed to the same vacation destination. Camille wants to enjoy her vacation, write a new book, and bask in being alone with her dog before returning to mom life. She's made it a point to be very careful: with her life, with her children, and with her heart. She loves to stay to herself, with a good book and a bottle of wine. As passionate as she is about her family and goals in life, she lacks in the love department. After a hard divorce from her children's father and after Dame broke her heart all those years ago, she fears falling in love almost as much as she fears she will end up forever alone. Now everywhere she looks, a member of the Hayes family is always pulling her in, and Dame can't seem to take the hint that she wants nothing to do with him. Damien is sure the universe is giving him one last chance to make things right with the only girl he's ever loved. He wants to mend things with Camille. He feels he's finally ready for a relationship and wants to pursue her, no matter how much she pushes him away. Dame wants to admit to her that he was wrong and that Camille has always been the one for him. While Dame is finally willing to admit his feelings and show his heart to Camille, she refuses to let her guard down with him again. With the help of his meddling sisters, he hopes Camille will give him a second chance.

Could you ever find the words to tell your daughter that you once helped protect a killer? Debbie has been praying that day would never come. It's May 1984 and Stacey Orlando has vanished. Her friends are unfazed at first; after all, she has disappeared before. However, when days turn into weeks, the likelihood of her returning grow increasingly grim. Enter James Dean look alike JJ, he knows first-hand what happened to Stacey. In a desperate panic, JJ turns to Debbie for help. But can his version of events be believed? Against her parental instincts, Debbie carefully recounts the story of why she had to move thousands of miles away from her hometown. One slip could reveal the brutal truth to her inquisitive teen daughter and risk their entire relationship. Note: The story contains under age drinking and use of marijuana. Mild sexual content.

Mina Chetti was only seventeen when her parents arranged for her to marry Ranjit Sharee, a man five years older than her... However, sadly, Mina and Ranjit's marriage didn't last and he was killed during a nighttime shootout at a mini-market. Mina became a widow at just seventeen years old... She returned home because her in-laws believed that she's cursed. Now years later, Mina hasn't been successful in finding love, but she's thriving in her career as a Pediatric nurse... When the hospital she works at has a new recruit named Akash Vyas, he instantly becomes popular in the hospital. She tries to avoid him because she assumes that he's a playboy, but when Akash is assigned to the Pediatric team... In This Game of love, trust, and happiness, Will Mina gather up the courage to love again? Or will she continue to believe she's unlucky in romance?

Mark, a humble manufacturer of airship parts, yearns for the chance to experience riding in one. His dreams seem within reach when an invitation to a lavish airship wedding in extended to him, however, the joyous occasion takes a dark turn when Mark and his fellow passengers become pawns in a dangerous game of politics. Held hostage aboard the elegant SPZ Ladybird, Mark must navigate treachery and deadly intrigue to ensure the others' safe passage through the clouds. *Cover created with Canva*

Emma Roberts thought death was the end of her suffering. But fate had other plans, pulling her back seven years into the past, right into the clutches of Logan Black, the cold-blooded CEO who destroyed her life. In her previous life, Emma was a puppet, manipulated and tormented by Logan's ruthless grip. She lost everything-her family, her dignity, and the love of her life. This time, she's determined to rewrite her destiny. Logan Black is a man with a heart as cold as ice and a touch that burns. In this life, Emma must navigate his dangerous world, using her newfound knowledge to survive. But as she uncovers Logan's darkest secrets, she realizes that their fates are more entwined than she ever imagined. Can Emma break free from the chains of her past, or will she be forever bound to the cold-blooded CEO? Dive into "Rebirth: Bound to the Cold-Blooded CEO," a gripping tale of second chances, intense romance, and a battle of wits. Perfect for fans of powerful alpha males, fierce heroines, and heart-stopping twists. Read now and get hooked on this addictive new romance!

𓆩♡𓆪༘⋆˚~•°Omertà is a code of silence.....a secrecy sworn to by oath°•~༘⋆˚𓆩♡𓆪 "Life is full of suprises, but I certainly wasn't expecting this one!" Well you guys might be confused as to what I am talking about, so let me take you into a world where Satan rules...... ✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹In the depth of the darkness....there was no sign of luminescence......•°✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹ 𓆩♡𓆪The night when two soul came in this dreadful worldﾟ.₊ ⊹ 𓆩♡𓆪One was the beauty whom everyone admired and the other was the monster who was feared ﾟ.₊ ⊹ 𓆩♡𓆪Two lives that were diametrically opposed to each other, collided with tremendous vicissitudes of fate ﾟ.₊ ⊹ 𓆩♡𓆪Even though they were complete opposites, they still had something in common and that was REVENGEﾟ.₊ ⊹ ⋆ ˚｡⋆A ruthless mafia king and a vengeful vixen, who will win the final battle?⋆ ˚｡⋆ "There's two things in life you can't take back - Words and Bullets. So make sure you hit what you aim at and make sure you mean what you say". 𓆩♡𓆪Read my brand new story𓆩♡𓆪 ⋆ ˚｡⋆~Edge Of Blade - A Journey of Pure Hatred~⋆ ˚｡⋆ 🏆♡~Achievements~♡🏆 #8 》Secretsocieties #6》nightterror #34 》 secretagent #31 》 twistandturns #50 》 Backstabbing #4 》 8ccmay24 #53 》 twistedromance ⚠️DISCLAIMER⚠️ ✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹◇This story is complete fiction, none of the characters, places or anything is real so, don't get your hopes too high on this◇✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹ ✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹◇May include some mature and violent scenes so, you have been warned◇✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹ ⚠️Plagiarism is not an option⚠️ ✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹◇This Story and it's cover were originally created by me, so don't y'all DARE👁👄👁🔪◇✧ ﾟ.₊ ⊹ Your Author- ♡Euphoria♡

In her late twenties, Lila Hawthorne lives an unremarkable life filled with routine and predictability. However, strange occurrences start disrupting her mundane life. These events are subtle at first, almost imperceptible-a misplaced object, a fleeting shadow, a whisper in the wind. Soon, the boundaries between waking life and dreams blur, and Lila finds herself trapped in a disorienting labyrinth of fantasy and reality.

What if in the beginning of time, before the earth had land, our very ancestors were mermaids? What if I told you, sea beasts exist and that some were so huge you'd be just a dot in their presence? Join this clever, Resilient mermaid on a Journey where she discovers the beautiful city of Alamantica's greatest mysteries. Come dive deep into this compelling fantasy storyline, following a princess named Jessel from prehistoric times. What will she find? And will she prevail or lose everything from a great disaster!? *This is my own original story, copyrighted*

Maya Song had always been asked what she wanted to do when she grew up. After going through the entirety of college still not knowing what she wanted to do in life, she felt like she was loosing the race of life. With her best friend, Nikolas, becoming an idol at an entertainment company, the opportunity to take a sneak peak into their world opened up her eyes to more than just a career choice. She found her passion in life by watching from the sidelines as Nikolas rose to stardom. Seeing her best friend cry over reaching his own dream was what she wanted to see more of. However, as the head manager of the boy group Aphelion, things start to get overwhelming as the years go by having to keep up with the demands of the members and the company. She begins to lose sight of what she was doing when all the praise for her work got to her head. As she navigates her feelings for Lucas, the company's CEO and Kai, Nikolas band mate, she also has to remind herself the real reason she was following Nikolas. When it came to the idol world, you had to let go of yourself to keep the people happy. Even if it was at the expense of others.

When Clarissa Cay, a 25-year-old fashion magazine editor, experiences a tragic loss, her world is turned upside down. Daughter of the legendary actress June Cay, Clarissa has always tried to distance herself from the Hollywood spotlight. But as she flies to Los Angeles for her mother's funeral, she is thrust into the glaring lights of paparazzi and grieving fans. Amid the chaos, Clarissa uncovers a hidden box of love letters and a cryptic journal in her mother's belongings. Determined to uncover their secrets, Clarissa strikes a deal with Roman Ricci, her obnoxious Hollywood heartthrob neighbour: She'll help recover his career if he helps her navigate Tinseltown. As they delve deeper into June's past, Clarissa and Roman discover a web of hidden romances and professional sacrifices revealing a poignant tale of love, loss, and identity.

my description it's about a 16 year old girl Alissa with special abilities who leaves her quaint hometown Windrip and caretaker Melissa searching for her origins and the ancient treasure the Nexis which is said to grant it's owner great power and which kept the powerful kingdom of Taon up and running for years before it suddenly vanished and finds friends , allies, enchanted weapons, and foes I might suck at these but here goes nothing (sorta boring/normal plain till chap 4 at least I think but still read details will be important later)

After being publicly shamed for his major writing project, Kolin moved back to the countryside for an extended break with his newly annulled mother and his often irritated grandmother. While dealing with academic burnout and the readmission process, the shame of feeling behind his peers, and the constant struggling to find his footing back in life, he reconnects with Ryle, a newly licensed engineer that has been both his childhood friend and the cause of his biggest heartbreak.

In a struggling but determined family, Zuri has always worked tirelessly to support those she loves. Her carefully built world shatters when a mysterious new student, Zeon, arrives, claiming to know her in ways she can't comprehend. Then the impossible begins. A creature's voice pierces her thoughts: "Pass the test, claim the seal, or risk your very existence being erased." Pulled into the Mystical Realm, Zuri discovers powers and secrets she never imagined, facing trials that will test her courage, wit, and heart. Allies appear, enemies lurk in shadows, and Zeon fights to protect her... but the deeper she delves, the more she uncovers about herself, her family, and the destiny that binds them all. Will Zuri survive the trials of this hidden world, or will the Mystical Realm consume everything she holds dear?