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"Fucking hell, Bernadette."

I throw Alaric a smile, pulling myself up to the next ring.

"Come on, live a little." 

He peers up at me, a frown gracing his features.

"Get the fuck down before you fall. I don't want to deal with a broken Bernadette right now."

"Then come and get me." I taunt.

Alaric runs an irritated hand through his hair before taking the first ring.

"If I die, this is on you. Trust me when I say you won't like the punishment." He acknowledges, his voice almost breathless as he climbed the ladder. 

"Hm, that's a little kinky." 

"You'd be the type to like it."

My mouth drops open and he shoots me a smirk.

"Look at that, I left you speechless." Alaric hauls himself up onto the ledge of the flat roof next to me. 

"You wish."

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A book of love, friendship, and spontaneous adventures that encompasses the soul of what many teenagers crave. Freedom. 

Freedom to be themselves.
Freedom to be awake when the city lights turn on and asleep when they click off.
Freedom to rule to world. Or their small town... that works too.All Rights Reserved

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Hooked on love by Befransorr

"Since I was 16 and I had my first heart break, I was hooked on love. Well I thought I was. Going from book to book, reading every romance, tear jerking story I was in love with love, I wanted my ending - not a happy one like the chick flicks, just an ending where I am who I want to be. But it's not as easy as the books say, I'll tell you that. I learned that as I turned 20 years old." ~ "Nice, very original," he sticks his tongue out at me. "Carry on and I'll bite it," I shove him with my shoulder. He looks at me with surprise in his eyes as if I've just said something taboo. "What?" My eyes widen as I recall what I just said, did I just? "Yeah, never thought I'd hear something like that slip out of your mouth!" "You'll be surprised what I can slip in," I immediately cover my mouth with my hand. What's wrong with me?! ~ Ava wood dreams of travelling, ever since she was a little girl she's wanted to explore the wold, especially with her best friend, Nick. Everything seemed perfect in her life, until she meets Jackson. With friendships on the line, a new life a head and a new guy in the mix, how will Ava cope with it all?

My Love-Struck Mage Husband by Aryamillier

I met Alaric when I was young, and later, my father arranged our marriage. I always thought he agreed only to repay my father for raising him. Handsome and powerful, Alaric was one of the most gifted young mages on the continent, destined for greatness. Countless noblewomen admired him, while I, with barely any talent, felt like nothing more than a "waste." Despite my efforts, I was only slightly stronger than the average human. Alaric was always kind and courteous, never showing impatience, even when I acted out. I believed we would live in peaceful mediocrity, and as long as he indulged me, I was content. But everything changed on our wedding day. That day, my body was overtaken by another force-my soul locked away. I screamed and struggled, but no one heard me. Another soul controlled my body, smiling and speaking, while I became a forgotten shadow, unable to control a single movement. Everyone believed I was fine, even my family and friends. Only Alaric noticed something was wrong. Without fear or hesitation, he became obsessed with saving me. He searched far and wide, even defying the entire magic world. To others, he seemed mad, even dangerous. But I knew the truth-he never gave up on me. The female lead is quite weak in the early stages but becomes very powerful later on. Use third person throughout the entire text.

From Rags To Riches by ahriandashe

"Marry me." he drawled out sexily. His eyes filled with desire and for the first time in my life, I felt the danger of my chastity being taken tonight. I took a deep breath as I eyed my best friend who had been with me since I was eleven. "We're friends, Gabriel. Don't do this." My voice weakened with every word I say. He chuckled dangerously and it felt like music in my ears, "Friends? Friends don't desire each other, Marianne. Don't think that I didn't know you were blocking the girls who were trying to take my number back then." I gritted my teeth as I felt the embarrassment of what I did back then when we were sixteen. I glared at him and punched his chest, "Then why did you still flirt with them?! You like playing around with my feelings?!" He stopped my hand from punching his chest. He lowered his head and put his nose to my neck to inhale my scent. "I didn't flirt with them, babe. I didn't text them. The texts you saw came from my other number I used to pretend I was texting myself. You don't know how crazy I get from holding back from touching you. The mere smell of yours is driving me crazy. So marry me, Marianne. Give me the right to taste you." His hoarse voice sounded painful but filled with desire, I shut my eyes tightly as nervousness and butterflies were swirling on my stomach, my knees trembling from excitement. He pulled my waist and he smashed my lips with his hungry mouth. His lips devoured my lips and his tongue invaded every inch of my mouth. ~~~~ Marianne and Gabriel had been bestfriends ever since they were teenagers. After becoming an adult, Marianne became a corporate office worker who only wants to farm while Gabriel became the most sought-after billionaire bachelor in the Philippines. With different status in life and different priorities, Marianne is getting ready to let go of her first love when Gabriel suddenly proposed to her.

Blue Strings - Will You Fall In Love, With Time? by Annieven04

(under editing, interested ones may reach out to me) In the symphony of love, their melodies intertwined, yet fate's chorus whispered no promise of forever. In a journey where hearts yearned but souls wandered apart, they discovered that true love sometimes meant embracing the courage to release, for the sake of finding happiness in the echoes of what could have been. ... SNEAK A PEAK Never have I ever thought that one day, I'll wake up to hear these words from a person I love the most, romantically. I pushed him back, I held him by his shoulders and pinned to the wall. I know I wrongfully confined him, but how dare he? 'You dare question my love for you?" I raised my voice. He is surprised, he widened his little eyes, those I would love to stare at all day or may be he is shocked as well. HAHA!! I Find it annoyingly funny how easily he quoted 'Thank god, You didn't love me too deep in the ocean', "Oh darling, wait till you drown inside and ask for my help when you can't swim to the shore" I retorted and defended my love.

His sunflower by vistavie19

Skylar Hi, I'm Skylar, but friends call me Sky. Actually, I don't have many of them. I'm shy and rather awkward. I think too much and feel too much, all at once. I'm just a normal girl who goes to the university, and whose life is going to change after meeting...him. Ace Fuck off! I'm not telling you anything about me, you motherfuckers. My life is not your fucking business! ~ *WARNING! This story contains mature content, strong language and self-harm.* "You like it when I say your name, hm?" His voice was so soft. "Skylar" He said and placed a soft kiss on my neck. I closed my eyes and turned my head to the side unconciously, giving him better access. His one hand was still wrapped around my neck and the other one was on my waist, holding me tight. His mouth detached on my neck, giving it gentle kisses. It felt so good that I couldn't move or do anything. I was completely frozen. I never felt like this before. No one has ever had such influence on me. I couldn't pull away from him, even if I wanted to. However, his hand traveled down from my waist and went under my blouse and that was like a bucket of cold water. I opened my eyes and jumped back a little, instantly missing his warm touch. But hello?? I don't know him. And I'm definitely not that kind of girl who makes out with random guys at parties. He opened his mouth with wonder, I was sure he didn't expect such a turn of events. I stepped back, looking at him with my parted lips. "I...uhm...I need to go. M-my friend is probably looking for me." I said quickly, turned around, and left the room, leaving him confused.

Lost by TaraaKathleenn

Marigold never expected her sixteenth birthday to be a turning point in her life, a sharp departure from everything she thought she knew. The betrayal by Chad, her ex-boyfriend, and her best friend shattered her world, leaving her isolated and heartbroken just as she was about to step into what should have been a joyous new chapter. Yet, unbeknownst to Marigold, a far more profound transformation awaited her-a secret heritage that would soon reveal itself under the light of a full moon. On the eve of her birthday, under the silver glow of the moon, Marigold's life took an astonishing turn. She discovered that she was not just an ordinary teenage girl; she was a werewolf, part of a mystical lineage she had never known. The revelation came with overwhelming new realities: ancient laws, territorial disputes, and the intense, magnetic pull of the mate bond. As Marigold grapples with her new identity, she encounters the enigmatic and alluring Alpha Atlas-a leader with a fierce reputation and a fiery gaze that seems to see right through her. Atlas is immediately drawn to Marigold, recognizing her as his destined mate, setting off sparks and tensions within the pack. Marigold's journey into the world of werewolves is fraught with challenges. She must navigate her newfound powers, the complexities of pack dynamics, and the desires of a passionate alpha who is intent on claiming her heart. But as she grows into her strength, she also uncovers secrets that could shake the very foundations of her world. Join Marigold as she discovers that her true power lies not just in her wolf, but in her resilience and determination to forge her own path amidst the wild, unpredictable turns of fate. Mature themes

His Shadow (Book I) by LokiBoreddd

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Rejected At First Sight (Spinoff Series) by cloverfelds

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