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How Strong The Red String Holds (Shifted Hearts #2) | On-HOLD By Astracelane *** If the red string of fate is real, how strong it holds for the two persons destined with each other? Eldyrene Theana Victorino or LD is a kind, humble, and self-made woman who returned to Philippines after studying senior high school abroad to study Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She chose not to study college at the school where she spent her life studying and the same time, pursuing someone she only ever liked-Kairo Takahashi. Pero hindi niya nga inaasahan na kolehiyong pinili niya, ay doon na ulit sila magkikita nito. Ano ang gagawin niya? Aalis ulit siya? Hindi na puwede! Ah hindi pala siya nito naaalala, hindi na kailangang umiwas. Puwede siyang magpanggap na hindi niya ito kilala. Pero mapaglaro nga naman ang tadhana. Sa lahat ng puwede niyang maging pasyente sa third year, ito pa talaga! Hanggang saan ang kaniyang pagpapanggap? How long will she pretend like he didn't hurt her before? Like she didn't love him? Naniniwala si LD sa red string of fate pero hindi... para sa kanilang dalawa. *** Nursing x Nursing | Straight x Bisexual WARNING: MATURE CONTENT | R18 Cover by Ocean_Heather on Wattpad

One disastrous spill. One powerful man. Maya Knight's mistake at a high-end Malibu restaurant lands her in the unexpected servitude of the undeniably alluring and intensely private Theodore Duke. Across the Atlantic, as she works to repay her debt, a far deeper connection sparks between them. Beneath Theodore's wealth and brooding exterior lies a wounded soul, and Maya discovers her own heart holds unexpected vulnerabilities. In this journey from obligation to intimacy, can they truly mend each other's broken pieces?

Bianca Daleman only has two rules. First, never lose control. And second, never marry anyone until she is certain it won't end in divorce. While in Vegas for her best friend's bachelorette party, Bianca discovers her ex-boyfriend is engaged to a supermodel. Thrown back into the heartbreak of his leaving her, she breaks her first rule and spends the night in a drunken stupor. The next morning, when she wakes up with a splitting headache and a giant diamond ring, she assumes her friends have set up an elaborate prank. But the diamond is real and so is the confused man standing half-naked in the corner. Somehow, she is married. To a handsome, enticing stranger named Enrique Calderón. Getting out of the marriage she has no memory of entering seems easy until her friend's bachelorette party turns into a surprise elopement. With Bianca's ex as the best man. She simply cannot let him know how much he hurt her, so when he spots the ring on her finger, Bianca has no choice but to make it look like her relationship is flourishing. Which means she needs to find Enrique. And fast. ~*~ This is Book One of the Love Travels Collection. Book Two, Roatán Plunge, is now available on my profile. New chapters every Wednesday. ~*~

Lucy Mathews didn't quite know what she was getting into when she agreed to be the personal assistant of Mateo D'Amico. Surly she didn't think she'd be getting twisted into a Mafia gang ran by his half brother or being in danger because hit men are constantly after her due to her fathers involvement with the Cartel more importantly Roco Santana head of said Cartel. What started off as an easy enough job quickly turns into a budding love between her and Mateo but will he be able to protect her ? Will he be able to love her back ? More importantly will he be able to save her from reoccurring past ? ..... " If your brother is head of the largest Mafia gang on this side of the world than what are you ? " I asked Mateo. He pushed me against the wall effectively trapping me. His blue green eyes locking dangerously with mine. " I am his brother, and your boss. " His hot minted breath fanned on my face. " Are you afraid now piccola ? " He questioned his hand lifting my chin and his head tilting ever so slightly in wonderment . " N-no. " I stuttered out more loudly than I intended. He raised one thick eyebrow at me. " Do you know what I hate bambina ? " I shivered as his breath fanned on me. When I didn't comment he answered himself. " I hate liars. " He whispered huskily. .................. Second book is out ! It's called Mateo: Famiglia

*Book 1 of CEO series* "Am I a villain?" Mr. Martinez probed, pinning me with his intense gaze. "Yes!" He chuckled and instantly he took two large steps and stood in front of me, "If I am a villain," trapping me, Adrian placed his hands on the table on either side of me, "I wouldn't have stopped that night with just a kiss even when I wanted to do more with you. Even when you were in a completely vulnerable stage to let me have you the way I want, Miss Jazmine Garcia." ** Adrian Martinez, a CEO of the multi-billionaire company, Martinez Constructions. Holds the top rank in the business world. He was known for being a workaholic, cold-hearted, well-respected, and the most eligible bachelor in New York. Women flatter him but since he saw Jazmine he was head over heels for her. Jazmine Garcia is a 23-year-old girl with many responsibilities on her head. A very kind-hearted but reckless. No matter what, she doesn't let people disesteem her. But no one had a glimpse of her crush on her bestfriend's brother, Adrian Martinez. But things will get wild when Jazmine steps into his life as an intern at his company. Little did she know that Adrian's intention was not just to make her work or pay her salary but something else. The thing she never imagined in her rarest dreams gave her pleasure and Adrian soon turned out to be her only craving. ** "And it would be better if we keep a professional relationship. Just like a boss and employee. And never try to manhandle me the way you are doing now." And I turned around. I approached the door, but Adrian whirled me and pinned me against the door by my shoulders. "Your big mouth needs to be punished for spitting in front of your Boss," before I could apprehend his words, I found his lips on mine. ** "I had a dream this afternoon. You spanked me." Adrian laughed, "You dreamed of me spanking you." I nodded my head. "And you thought my punishment would be that simple." And his words made my breath stuck in my throat.

Evanly craves love, affection, satisfaction, and sex, all neglected in her loveless marriage. But a ray of hope appears when she encounters a wealthy young man seeking her love. Drawn inexplicably closer to him, she wonders if her feelings stem from lust or genuine love. Will she surrender to her desires? Can she lower her defenses and allow him into her heart? Meanwhile, Devon is love struck by a woman he only saw once, he vows to make her his but first he had to do something that could ruin or make her life worth living, he reluctantly agrees to a bet suggested by his brother, Danzel: make a woman fall for him within a year and win $800,000. Yet, he has other plans in mind. Was it love at first sight, or is there a hidden agenda? As Evanly navigates the complexities of her marriage and her growing attraction, and Devon grapples with his bet and newfound feelings, their lives intertwine in unexpected ways. Will Devon manage to keep up with the lies? What will become of Evanly's marriage if she lets her guard down? Can she resist her desires and remain faithful, or will love lead her astray? _____ -Except- "Because I love you!", My voice was raw now, almost desperate. "Because I don't know how to exist in a world where you're not mine." She inhaled shakily, crossing her arms as if trying to shield herself from the weight of my words. "That's not love, Devon! You're obsessed!." I stepped closer, my hands framing her face gently, forcing her to look at me. "Then let it be obsession. Let it be whatever the fuck it is, but don't you dare tell me you don't feel it too. _____ Join Evanly and Devon as they navigate the thin line between lust and love, desire and loyalty, in a story where passions ignite and hearts are tested. WARNING, CONTAINS: Mature Language, Sex scenes, Abuse, Rape. (Still Editing)

Not a love triangle! Saakshi "Are you dumb?" I blurted out, my frustration making my words harsher than I intended. The man looked up, "No, I'm not" irritation clear in his voice. As our eyes locked, I couldn't look away. Now that his cap and glasses were off, He was effortlessly attractive. ------- A drunken man came out of nowhere, He clutched my wrist. I tried all possible ways to free myself from him but everything is in vain he's too strong. The next second punch landed on his face. Ric! He is the knight I was looking for. I thought it was just an attraction, but now I realize it was much more. ______ 3rd person In solitude, Ric reflected on Mia, recalling her warm smile, laughter, and the deep connection they shared. He wondered if she felt the same way about him, uncertain of her feelings. ______ Mia shared things about Ric that Saakshi didn't know. Saakshi realized Ric had feelings for Mia, which broke her heart. She never expected her first love to turn out like this. _______ Ric I saw my woman laughing with a blind date guy, and jealousy hit me. I hid behind a tree, hoping to hear their conversation. Desperate, I asked a kid with chocolates to interrupt them. ________ Who's "my woman" in this context? Who's ending up with whom ? Who's gonna success in their first' love? What if destiny makes our choices? What if life gives u a second chance? Is it possible to forget the first love and live with the people we meant for real? Since, 2000 characters are allowed, I tried my best to minimize the description

Mia loved him first, but will he be her last? love triangles with simmering office tension, Mia and Andrew's history is a fire long extinguished-or so they thought. Their past burned bright when they were young, but now only bitter ashes remain. the boundaries between love and hate blur in ways none of them could have predicted. "Don't talk to him." His voice was low, intent. I raised an eyebrow knowing he is referring to Henry "Why? He's nicer than you, anyway." My words hung between us, defiant. He didn't react, but his eyes darkened. "That's what he wants you to think." I scoffed. "Whatever's between you two, leave me out of it. And if this is some game to make me leave, don't waste your time." His hand pressed against the wall beside my head, closing the distance. I felt his warmth, a magnetic pull I couldn't deny, even though I knew better, I want him closer to me. "I suggest you play nice, sweetheart," he whispered, his voice curling around me. "We'll be spending a lot of time together this week." childhood friends to enemies to lovers book.

**Complete** Madelyn Foster is just your not so average 18 year old. She holds a lot of guilt, grief, and heartbreak, caused from a traumatic childhood. Her and her brother got out of it physically, but never emotionally. She decides to move across the country, to get away from the memories that her hometown holds. Moving across the country, means leaving her brother and the woman that pieced her and her brother back together, behind. Her and her service dog move into an apartment with a roommate. Her apartment just happens to be next to the town's player. They also not so coincidently go to the same college. They are forced to be partners in Spanish, for the entire year. Most of the time she finds him annoying, but the other times she gets a glimpse of who he is under the player façade. She's been through more pain and suffering than most people do in a life time, she finally got back to being almost normal. Is she willing to risk it, to be with the player next door? *** DISCLAIMER: THIS STORY WILL TALK ABOUT SENSITIVE TOPICS THAT MAY OFFEND/TRIGGER CERTAIN FEELINGS. THIS STORY IS NOT MEANT TO OFFEND ANYONE OR DESENSITIZE VERY SERIOUS TOPICS. TW: sexual assault, rape, suicide, self harm *** A/N Hey, I'm really excited for this book. I've been thinking about writing it for a while. So here it is. I really hope you enjoy. 👋🏻