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The Broken Mafia Trampled into Her World

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broken chasing coldhearted completed cupid forced kids love mafia nanny niece persistence persuade possessive protective quarrel romance rude ruthless stubborn texttospeech trampled

Elsie Miller, just an ordinary girl with a simple life. Her life turned chaotic when she accidentally bumped into a little girl that attached to her immediately after the incident. Little that she know, the little girl brought her closer into the mafia world.

Dexter Anderson, the mafia king that lost his family and it turned him into a cold-hearted, ruthless and heartless, and broken mafia. The only family left was his niece, Andrea Smith. He devoted all his love to his niece and willing to do anything to create a smile on her face and she was the cause he trampled into Elsie's world.

"You can't reject me. Once I decided what I want, no one can say no to me, and you are included. I will make sure you come to me and say yes to my face. Mark my words."

"Haha. Very funny mister whatever you are. Let's see how you are going to make me say yes!"

"Well, challenge accepted." He cut off the line afterward without giving me any chance to argue back. Arrogant and rude. Now, it convinced me more that this was the right decision ever for rejected his offer.All Rights Reserved

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ALESSANDRO by sleepytinker__

"Now since we are done with the introductions I have a question. Are you sure about this marriage?" I nodded "I am." He scoffed and leaned against the wall behind with hands in his pants pockets "Why? Because I have money?" What? "Are you impressed by this mansion?" I can be scared of Dad but he is no one to address me as a gold digger and say bullshit. "I don't care if you take me as a gold digger. You are no one who I am bound to explain anything to." I turned back to leave but he held my hand pulling me with a sudden force making our chest crashed against each other. He held my waist pulling me closer, suddenly again that feeling of nervousness filled me. "I am correcting you at this point, you are bound to tell me each and everything about yourself... you know why, because baby I will be your future. Soon you'll be so close to me that you'll be in the same bed as mine." ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Alessandro D'Angelo, CEO of 'ADA Enterprises' and a mafia leader, hidden from the world. Ariana Lincoln, an internet news reporter, who is interested in knowing the secrets of this oh-so-saint billionaire. What happens when Alessandro knows about this girl who is desperately after him?

HIS OBSESSION by Wordsmiths4

He stepped even closer so close that our nose was touching and I could feel his minty breath on my face. Oh no wrong move. "I was just cleaning it" I said and gulped hard. "Um can you pl-pls mo-move back a little" I said stuttering. He smirked and moved even closer to me if that was even possible. "Why do I make you nervous" he said with his smirk widening. Yes. "Pls let me go" I pleaded. He just smirked and moved closer to me and....... Ethan Anderson is a waiter he works in a café. Taking care of his sick grandmother is the first thing Ethan will do. He's extremely shy. Due to his past he has some trust issues that doesn't allow him to trust people easily. But with someone entering his life again, ethans gonna have a hard time trusting that someone. Alexander knight is someone you don't wanna mess with.He too has a past which he doesn't share with anyone but when he meets Ethan all of a sudden he is someone alex wants to tell his past to. The leader has his eyes on Ethan and now he wants him and he will get him after all whatever the king wants he gets it. When love turns into a lovely obsession. Pls follow, vote and comment cause it matters.

SERAPHIC BLISS by harshali1612

You used to love the fairytales , but it was the cold you were afraid of. Sharp cold shivers as you uncovered the cold body of little red riding hood's granny , sweeter trembles when the snow white awoke from the prince's kiss over her own pale and cold corpse . But by the high school prettier princesses walked among you .You saw the gulf between you and those perfect girls , and vowed to stop believing in the fairytales. But the stories were in you as deep as poison of the strongest kind. If prince charming was real , he would save you , but when you needed to be saved from the unfairness of the world would he come? Would he kiss the poison away ? would he save you from the high castle and your evil step mother ? Oh Rapunzel , if only he wasn't tangled in another mistress's limbs. There he was, you knight in shining armor. He saw YOU. And somewhere deep inside you, you knew it was too good to be true. But you let yourself swept after being let down your whole life , because he was the only strong enough to lift you. So now if you can live like this, say you love him, say thank you. Say, yes honey and get down on your knees and present your body for fucking. 'Kneel , darling. You were meant to be a damsel' they say What if you loved the feeling of Prince Charming's guts gushing blood on your hands? What if you finally had enough ? What if you found the light on the wrong side ? Yes, you were the damsel.....one meant to cause chaos and damage Welcome to the dark side of the fairytales (The sequel to nefarious bliss)

MEETING THE DARKNESS by sonucara

Dia was bleeding heavily and gasping for air as she tried to not let the drowsiness take over her. She was thinking of all the people whom she had loved and protected. She wanted to get back up and fight for the world to be a better place but she was tired of everything, all the sacrifices, all the pain,all the hurt. The world didn't deserve her. She then heard somebody breaking the door and screaming her name before the darkness consumed her. That person was none other than her husband. Maybe he didn't hate her as much as she had thought. Dive into the exciting and thrilling love story of Dia and Viktor.

VOWS THAT BIND US ✔️ by velvetydays

Nov, 09, 2020 : #1 in romance May, 14, 2021 : #1in respect May, 14, 2021 : #4 in lovestory "Don't try and act all nice to me. I know girls like you. I don't know what spell you casted on my parents but I won't ever fall for it. And get one thing straight & clear, I don't want anyone to know about this marriage. We will act like a couple only infront of my parents. Don't expect anything more from me and neither do you knock at my door unless it's important." He spoke menacingly and turned to leave but the moment those words left his mouth, I felt as if someone dumped freezing water over my head. If he hates me so much, then why did he marry me and what does he mean by.. "What do you mean by 'girls like me' ?" I asked. He turned around and walked even closer, all my confidence began to fade. He leaned in, I could feel his breath on my ears. His closeness was doing things to me I have never felt before. I was on the verge of losing my senses, until he spoke.. "An innocent acting, desperate brat." His words pierced my heart, moreover his tone, his words reminded me of people I have been fighting all my life. ZACH KNIGHT FUTURE HIER OF THE KNIGHT'S CORPORATION. HOTSHOT BILLIONAIRE, A LOVING SON WORKAHOLIC, SLIGHTLY ARROGANT. CONFIDENT & ENTHUSIASTIC. CURRENTLY IN A RELATIONSHIP !! AVA ANDERSON CO-OWNER OF THE RAE CORPORATION BEAUTIFUL, LOVING, CARING, INNOCENT, CONFIDENT, ALSO WORKAHOLIC AND ENTHUSIASTIC NEVER BEEN IN A RELATIONSHIP. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN ZACH IS FORCED TO MARRY AN OBLIVIOUS AVA. MOREOVER, WHAT HAPPENS WHEN HE REALISES THAT THERE IS MORE TO HER THAN SHE SHOWS. WILL THEY BE ABLE TO FIND LOVE OR FALL APART ? READ TO KNOW !!

Protettore. by happiebunn

"P-please. I'll be good. Please don't hurt me." I begged him, wrapping my arms around myself, as though that would keep me from completely falling apart. "I'm not going to hurt you princess." He told me comfortingly. His hand raised to my face and his fingers ghosted over the cut from uncle's ring. "I'm not going to let anyone hurt you ever again. My name is Lorenzo Conti. Will you tell me your name?" Nora Phillips didn't think she would ever escape her uncle's grasp. Little did she know knights in shining armor could come in the form of mafia bosses. As soon as Lorenzo saw her, he knew he had to save her, but can he protect her from everything? Can he be her protettore? Rated M for language and violence. REVISIONS AND EPILOGUE HAVE BEEN POSTED!

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'Avatii Miller'. A 22 year old detective and lawyer, she loves her job and so do the people in her family, because she clean their dirty work happily. 'Angelo Hernandez'. The opposite of his name, he is a 29 year old devil that people fear. They show him respect. They bow for him. They treat him like God because if they don't they'll die. What happens when one day Avatii's father command his daughter to clean Angelo's dirty work since he is starting to fall. Will he agree to let a woman lead his work? A woman that is dangerous for him and his mafia. The one and only woman he'll fall for. _ This Book continue .strong language .smut .controlling thoughts -drugs/ weapons -illegal work Read on your own risk! -any comments that effects the book will be removed immediately. - #brokenpromise 2 place 22/12/2021 #mine 1 place 01/05/2022 #desire 1 place 10/05/2022 #betray 1 place 14/07/2022 #cops 3 place 17/07/2022 #mafia 2 place 01/01/2023 #badass 1 place 01/01/2023 #mature 3 place 01/01/2023 #believe 3 place 02/01/2023 #believe 1 place 03/01/2023 #mine 1 place 05/01/2023 #believe 1 place 12/01/2023

Set me free by Camilahdz444

19-year-old Choi Soojin Primrose was abandoned by her parents at age 10, and adopted by her biological grandparents. Abused by her ex-boyfriend Elliot Miller for 2 years. While running away from a toxic relationship she encounters a difficult situation in which she is sold by her parents to someone which society calls a "Cold-blooded Monster" 24-year-old Asher Theodore De Luca son of a Don and right hand of the next Don of the Italian Mafia ready to help the next heir under one condition. To find a wife and start forming a family, Asher is abandoned by his first love and betrayed by his friend. He began to close all the doors towards his heart and started to build a wall so nobody could trespass on his broken heart. Join these two characters on their journey to find self-love and find true love. "I...I want to be free" Prim whispered her lips trembling as she fought back the tears "I want to set you free" Asher muttered as he held her tightly and continued "Promise me one thing, you have to be by my side no matter what, promise me you won't leave me" They stood in silence holding each other Prim was scared of the future, while Asher was afraid of his feelings. "But don't forget that you are MINE" Asher growled afraid of letting his wall down, Prim flinched and started to tremble in his hold I'm scared, terrified, and anxious, but for some reason, the word "MINE" brought me a sense of comfort. Asher, I think I am falling for you. WARNING! It has some violence, drugs, abuse,

The Crimson Point by JessicaSimonee357

" He raised his large hand as I squinted my eyes preparing myself for the sting that will wash across my face. But it never came, my face still feels numb and lifeless. I opened my dull eyes to see him, his eyes held anger until he saw mine. His dark black eyes turn to his gentle blue orbs. His hand cherished my check, whipping the lone tear that I didn't notice falling. "Did you think I would hurt you kitten?" He gently questioned as he rubbed circles on my tear-stained cheek. I hate him, I hate him! When I didn't answer he quickly stood up and looked down at me. "I will never let anyone harm you, I could never hurt you. You are mine. You are my kitten!" " ~~~~~~~~~~~ Holly Mccoy is a glass-half-empty kind of spirit, who works her ass off. Due to her mother and father's unfortunate passing, she is left alone with only a few friends to keep her motivated. Her boring life turns upside down when the most powerful and dangerous mafia man finds his lost queen who will warm his stone-cold heart. Elijah Luciano is a selfish, cold-hearted mafia boss. He is a hot and steamy Italian mafia man and will do anything for his kitten. Following the journey of a beautiful girl who warms up to the cold-hearted mafia man. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ None of these photos are mine. All rights reserved. Warning the first few chapters are short and a tad cringe, please give my story a chance. The story contains abuse, alcoholism, graphic injuries, blood, suicide, strong language, mature content, kidnapping, self-harm.

Grace by IAdoreYou_

He slowly turned to me with the meanest look I've ever seen on his beautiful face. His long legs allowed him to take three short steps towards me until we were face to face. He leaned down to reach my height and then pushed me against the wall. "I don't do relationships," he said very coldly. My heart dropped but my pride fell before my heart could reach my stomach. He resumed packing my bag. "Why not?" I asked with an attitude to appear unbothered but I really am. "Because, they're-" his sentence was cut off by gunshots. "Fuck!" He yelled then grabbed me and threw me on the floor behind the bed. _________________________ Life was never easy for Grace whether it was growing up in her country or moving to New York for a better life. But life never turns out the way you think it will. She'll soon find out whether or not, if one of the most dangerous man in the city, will be able to give her what the last man couldn't. Alessandro Columbo. That's all you have to say and men will twitch out of fear. The last name alone will get you to places you could never imagine. But that last name alone, can get you killed in a heartbeat. One of the most dangerous men in New York City, can't fall in love. Right?

falling for you by emikaythewriter

It all starts when a girl with brains, meets a boy with brains... and an infectious smile. Bailey Anderson: The smartest person when it comes to numbers, hands down. Out of the blue, she gets invited to be a part of this highly successful company, owned by none other than Jay Callahan. A great year passes by and she couldn't be happier. Her job is great, life is great, everything is great. That is until she drunk calls her boss... Jay Callahan: Insanely rich, handsome, and talented businessman who knows just how to talk anyone into a deal. Why would he pass up on the perfect opportunity for the perfect hire... especially when she really seems to love talking businessmen in suits into doing things they normally wouldn't; including him. The last thing he'd expected was her call coming in at midnight... well, that's a lie. The last thing he'd really expected was to fall for her.

ONLY MINE: Obsession To Love by writing_by_himmi

"Let me go please" She pleaded while holding her tears back No, never "YOU ARE FUCKING MINE" Get this thing inside your little stupid mind He shouted in anger _____________________________________ "Just shut up you don't own me any explanation, we're just.... " She shouted in anger "SAY FRIENDS...... I DARE YOU SWEETHEART" He warned while pinning her to the wall This story is about an cruel, merciless, devil; 300 year old Vampire (HANDRIX), who fell in love with an innocent human (HIMANI) An 18 Years old girl, who want to become financially independent as soon as possible.She is beautiful, understanding ,pure and a innocent creature , she always support and help others, even strangers . Till now... Humans didn't know Vampire existed, yet they live among them just because they don't make themselves known to anyone. This story is full of mysteries and love. When a "I can do it myself"girl meets "sit and lemme do it"guy let's see what will happen when 2 totally opposite person Destined for eachother, how it starts and ends........ This story includes: #mafia king #vampires #rebirth game #businessman #curse #power of destiny #love is the strongest weapon #mysteries #obession #forced marriage #obstracles #billionarie #fate #endless love #Memorable

COLLATERAL CORA by Akarist

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Runaway Wife by elenenaxxxx

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She's DARK He's COLD by raniya_shah

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ALESSANDRO cover

HIS OBSESSION cover

SERAPHIC BLISS cover

MEETING THE DARKNESS cover

VOWS THAT BIND US ✔️ cover

Protettore. cover

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 ✔️ cover

Set me free cover

The Crimson Point cover

falling for you cover

ONLY MINE: Obsession To Love cover

COLLATERAL CORA cover

Runaway Wife cover

She's DARK He's COLD cover

The Don's & The Second's Angel cover

The Light to his Darkness (Mafia Romance) {18+} cover

Mafia boss; Chasing the ice princess. cover

My Angel in Disguise. ✔ cover

ALESSANDRO

"Now since we are done with the introductions I have a question. Are you sure about this marriage?" I nodded "I am." He scoffed and leaned against the wall behind with hands in his pants pockets "Why? Because I have money?" What? "Are you impressed by this mansion?" I can be scared of Dad but he is no one to address me as a gold digger and say bullshit. "I don't care if you take me as a gold digger. You are no one who I am bound to explain anything to." I turned back to leave but he held my hand pulling me with a sudden force making our chest crashed against each other. He held my waist pulling me closer, suddenly again that feeling of nervousness filled me. "I am correcting you at this point, you are bound to tell me each and everything about yourself... you know why, because baby I will be your future. Soon you'll be so close to me that you'll be in the same bed as mine." ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Alessandro D'Angelo, CEO of 'ADA Enterprises' and a mafia leader, hidden from the world. Ariana Lincoln, an internet news reporter, who is interested in knowing the secrets of this oh-so-saint billionaire. What happens when Alessandro knows about this girl who is desperately after him?