Bound By Honor Cora Reilly

“Marry him… or die.” When broke university dropout Zara Caine wakes up in a strange mansion, a scarlet contract waiting on the table, she realizes her worst nightmare has come true — she’s been sold by her stepfather to the city’s deadliest man: Leonardo DeLuca, billionaire CEO by day, Mafia King by blood. Cold. Ruthless. Sinfully gorgeous. And he wants a wife. But as Zara is dragged into Leonardo’s dark world of power, secrets, and blood debts, she discovers a chilling twist — a strange voice inside her head. > “Cheating Detected. Lethal Threat Level: High.” An AI-like System has been installed in her mind… tracking lies, exposing cheaters, calculating danger. Now, trapped in a forced marriage with a man she should fear — yet can’t stop craving — Zara must play the game, master the system, and survive Leonardo’s deadly world… But when the lines between hate, desire, and deadly obsession blur… Will she become his prisoner? Or the queen of his dark empire?

Clara, upon dying, found herself lying in an unfamiliar bed within an unfamiliar room, with lots of unfamiliar faces greeting her, being addressed as someone who is very important in a whole nation. Only to found out that she have entered the book she used to read when she was in her previous world. And not just that, but as someone who is fated to die and kill herself because of her family's ill treatment towards her! However, as she live with her family, she realizes something...that the things that are happening with her current life is completely different from the book! How is she going to live in that world not knowing what's going to happen next?! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Hii! Cat here! I just want to tell everyone that English is not my first language, so my choice of words may not be related to what I'm trying to imply. But, I'm sure that I'll get better as I continue writing this story. Please bear with me! By the way, the image on the book cover is not mine and I only found it from Pinterest! If the owner wants me to take it down, please notify me and I'd gladly obey! Additionally, the setting of my story is not placed in Earth but in a different world, only thought of and created by my little brain. Everything about this universe will be explained as the story goes by, so please look forward to it! Thank you! - cathcatya

She was a healer, sworn to save lives. He was a killer, sworn to protect his empire by any means. When Dr. Aria’s quiet world collides with Raian — the cold, dangerous mafia boss feared by all — she is pulled into a game of blood and secrets she never wanted to play. Bound by a debt she can’t escape, Aria must navigate the shadows of his ruthless world, even as her heart betrays her. Can love bloom between innocence and sin? Or will their hearts be forever tied by chains stronger than fate itself?

Some loves don’t start with a smile. They start with a curse. --- When quiet, bookish law intern Luna Carter is sent to inspect an abandoned church on the edge of town, she doesn't expect to find a hidden red box sealed beneath the floor. Inside it — a ring, a scroll, and the beginning of a fate she never asked for. The moment she reads the ancient words aloud, she awakens something forgotten. Something dangerous. And someone who’s been cursed for centuries. Asher Grayson — Willow Creek’s youngest and coldest city official — has lived a life of control, silence, and unexplained pain. But when the curse buried in his past begins to stir again, the one person connected to it… is her. Drawn together by a spell cast lifetimes ago, Luna and Asher must uncover a forgotten love story—one that ended in betrayal, magic, and death. The only way to break the curse? Relive everything. Remember everything. And risk falling in love again… even if it destroys them both.

In "Bound by Love, Haunted by Blood," a young woman's life is forever changed when she falls deeply in love with Josh, a man with a dark secret: a volatile temper that ultimately leads him to commit murder. Despite witnessing the horrific act, she finds herself still bound to him by love and an unexpected pregnancy. As she grapples with the complexities of her emotions and the impending arrival of her child, she must confront the haunting reality of Josh's actions and the legacy she'll pass on to her baby. Will she be able to reconcile her love for Josh with the truth about his past, or will the blood that haunts her define their future? This gripping tale explores the darker side of love, loyalty, and the human heart.

They called him a tyrant. She called him a monster. But when her Alpha betrayed her, it was the Alpha King who came to claim her. *Warning: R18+ / Mature and Explicit Sexual Content / Dark Romance* Ayesha thought Alpha Ronan would be her forever. But the day she found out she was pregnant… He chose another as his Luna. Humiliated and cast aside, Ayesha tried to stay for her unborn child, and for Lyra, her orphaned niece. But when Ronan allowed her and Lyra to be beaten, Ayesha realized the truth: He would never protect them. And if she stayed, they wouldn’t survive. So she ran. With nothing but her niece in one arm and a life growing inside her. Ronan, furious, possessive, and unrepentant, went completely mad trying to find her. But someone else found her first... Alaric Thorne. The cold, dangerous Alpha King feared across the realm. And Ronan’s cousin. The same male accused of killing her brother. But instead of turning her in, Alaric offered her something unthinkable: Marriage. Protection. Power. And as Ronan closed in, Alaric clutched her hand and said- “Please, don’t return to my cousin. Your soul is bound to mine.” Now, caught between the male who broke her and the one fate tied her to, Ayesha must choose: Can she trust the Alpha King who swore to protect her? Or will the past she fled finally destroy them both?

They didn’t crawl out of myths, they tore their way through them. Forgotten monstrosities, born from old tales, returned in twisted flesh to remind humanity why even speaking their names once felt dangerous. The sky split. Fire burst from the ground. Oceans boiled. Cities bled. No warning, just monsters. And with them, something else : a power system no one understood. Salvation, perhaps, but not for everyone. It gave nothing to the fearful, nothing to the weak. But to the brave, or the desperate, it offered claws. As for the gods... they stood still, silent. But not necessarily uninvolved. For Lazar, the apocalypse was less tragedy than inconvenience. He had spent years meticulously preparing for revenge, and now the world was burning at the worst possible time. Most people broke. Lazar didn’t. He never placed his trust in hope, never relied on luck. Cold, focused, ruthless, traits that once made him a misfit now made him adequate, the skills he had honed for vengeance being the very ones demanded by this new world. As for his desire for vengeance itself… that didn't vanish just because the world did. But monsters aren’t the only problem standing between Lazar and his plans. Some gods want their relevance back. Some humans want order, their version of it. As for the forces threatening to destroy the world, no one really knows what they want. One thing a lot of them agree on though : in a world of kings and pawns, Lazar, the grey anomaly on a board of black-and-white pieces, must be removed.

FLAME BOUND A fantasy romance of fire, fate, and forbidden love. Born with forbidden fire in her veins, Lenara has spent her life in hiding—until a reckless encounter binds her fate to Kael, a rebel warrior with a haunted past. When a dying prophecy awakens, the two are thrust into a war against the Hollow King, whose army of corrupted flameborn threatens to consume the realm. Bound by magic and a growing desire neither can deny, Lenara and Kael must navigate betrayal, ancient power, and the cost of a crown she never wanted. But fire does not forgive. And the closer they draw to the throne, the more the flames demand of them both. He carries the blade. She carries the fire. Together, they could burn the world or save it.

Blood-Bound Hearts Supernatural Romance | Forbidden Love | Contract Marriage Isabella Saint is a compassionate young nurse with a quiet soul and a tragic past. After the sudden death of her parents, she finds herself in a city that never stops moving, where she spends her days caring for others while hiding the scars no one sees. All she wants is stability, peace, and a chance to feel like she belongs. But fate has other plans. When a mysterious, dangerously captivating man named Azrael Blackthorne crosses her path, everything she knows begins to unravel. Azrael is heartless, distant, and cold as winter—but beneath his sharp edges lies a secret that could destroy them both. He is not what he seems, and his world is nothing like the one Isabella has known. To protect his throne in a powerful vampire dynasty, Azrael signs a contract marriage with Isabella—a deal that promises safety, power, and control. But what begins as an emotionless agreement slowly grows into something darker and deeper. A connection neither of them can ignore. A bond forbidden by ancient vampire laws. In a world where humans and vampires are not allowed to fall in love—where doing so demands death and betrayal—Isabella finds herself drawn to the very thing she should fear. Azrael is dangerous, but his presence is the first thing that makes her feel alive. Their marriage is a lie, but the feelings are real. As secrets are unveiled, loyalties are tested, and blood is spilled, Isabella must face a terrifying truth: loving Azrael could cost her everything. Because in a love story written in blood… Only one heart can survive.

When Princess Yuyan is gifted a strange, ancient book by her father, she never imagines it would unravel everything about her previous life. The tale within speaks of an era erased from history—a forbidden love between a witch princess and a vampire prince, torn apart by their difference, bound by blood, and buried in time. But what begins as mere legend soon begins to echo too deeply. Her dreams grow vivid. A prince with silver hair calls out to her from the shadows. And piece by piece, Yuyan is drawn into a story that feels achingly familiar… Centuries ago, the vampire realm was ruled by a merciless tyrant who killed his own brother. But the witches saw hope in the fallen vampire prince __the last prince born with light in his blood, and struck a terrible bargain to protect him. Raised in secret among them, he grew up beside the witch princess and a young love bloomed between them, unaware that fate had already chosen them. Until a mark—a bite—bonded them forever. As time passed, and a prophecy warned of a dark cursed age, a forbidden spell was cast. To save the prince and preserve destiny, the bonded witch sacrificed herself. The vampire prince was sealed in sleep for a thousand years, waiting for the one who would awaken him: the Seer. Now, as Princess dives deeper into the story, she doesn’t yet realize she is reading her own past. The bond she shares with the prince stirs once more, and the prophecy begins to move. Her younger brother—quiet, haunted by visions—is actually the key that will unlock everything. But as the bond weakens and shadows rise again, the world edges toward the very darkness the prophecy warned of. Will fate reunite the vampire prince and his witch princess once more? Will he fulfill the destiny written in blood? And what exactly is the Time of Darkness… and who survives it?.

Gabriel, a dominant omega, is caught up in a complex web of intrigue and danger at the royal court. After uncovering the truth about Olivier, a member of the royal family, and inciting a rebellion, he is marked by an unknown alpha. As the rebellion overthrows the old order, a new empire emerges, driven by a ruthless ruler whose rise Gabriel inadvertently enabled.Haunted by the weight of his actions, he flees from his family, his past, and the dangerous ties of the court. On the run, Gabriel must deal with shifting alliances, hidden enemies, and the growing power of the mysterious alpha whose mark he carries. As the empire's grip tightens and ghosts from his past resurface, he must decide whether to confront the forces threatening to engulf him—or risk losing himself completely in a world that regards him as either a pawn or a weapon.

In the treacherous, opulent underworld of Thailand’s most feared mafia dynasties, "Bound by Fire" plunges into a realm where love isn't merely forbidden; it’s a definitive death sentence. This gripping and emotionally intense short novel unravels the heart-wrenching saga of Jay and Jack, two reluctant heirs ensnared by a destiny they never desired, yet are compelled to confront. Bound by Fire" is a dark, emotional, and intensely poetic narrative exploring the profound themes of forbidden love, the battle between legacy and personal freedom, unwavering loyalty versus devastating betrayal, profound inner conflict, and the arduous journey towards redemption and self-discovery. It’s a story about identity and courage, proving that even in a world built on hatred, love can ignite a revolution. This is a story where the heirs don't die, they don't choose their fathers, they choose each other, rewriting the rules to forge a future where love conquers all. Two heirs. Two enemies. One love that could destroy everything, or save them both.

Two ancient curses. One forbidden bond. And a love so powerful, it might destroy them both. Seraphina Nyx was born a witch powerful, untamed, and bound to a bloodline cursed to never love a wolf. Kaelen Blackmane is an Alpha feared, haunted, and doomed to die if he ever finds his fated mate. A story of cursed love, dark resurrection, and a war that was written in blood before they were ever born.

Seraphina Moon, an orphan desperate for a family of her own, thought her last chance at motherhood was finally within reach. But then, bam! One accidental pregnancy later, and she’s not just expecting, she’s carrying the heir of Kaelen Thorne. And Kaelen? He’s not your average dad-to-be. He’s an enigmatic billionaire Alpha werewolf, and this baby is everything to him—like, the key to his entire future and his pack’s. To protect her child, Seraphina gets dragged into Kaelen’s dangerous world, forced to play the part of his adoring Luna in a high-stakes game of shifter politics that could easily get her killed. The wildest part? This whole charade, this fake relationship, starts to feel disturbingly real. There’s an undeniable, raw fire sparking between them, and beneath Kaelen’s harsh, dominant Alpha exterior, Seraphina glimpses a man who’s fiercely protective and surprisingly tender. But there’s a massive problem: he’s a shifter, she’s human, and he’s destined for a true werewolf mate, meaning their intense connection seems doomed from the start. With assassins on her trail, Kaelen’s scornful ex-mates making her life hell, and the shadows of her own past creeping in, Seraphina is caught. Can she navigate this treacherous game and guard her heart from the Alpha who commands her body’s surrender, or will the very man she’s forced to deceive be the only one who can save her? And could he ever truly choose a human, even if she’s carrying his precious heir?

I will be posting this story on Royal Road Dreams of boundless adventure have always lured Berht's mind closer towards that endless ocean. So when a chance to leave his secluded hometown presents itself, Berht - along with his lifelong friend, Beorhtric - stowaway on a large galleon ship destined for some far-off land neither of the two know the slightest bit about. Expecting a quick back and forth trip before either of the two's parents notice them missing, both Berht and Beorhtric are in for a life-changing journey they never expected to witness- filled with new people, ideas, and realities they must face in their own unique way. If enough stories come together to make a dream. Then someone will come along to fulfill that dream.

"I was never meant to survive the prophecy—just fulfill it." Stephanie Collins was hidden from the world by Lucifer himself. Now, fire burns in her veins, a crown of flame follows her, and an ancient god wants to become her. Ethan Martinez the tribird was also hidden but is the next lycan king. Caught between a cursed past and a war-torn future, Stephanie must choose: become the weapon fate demands—or rewrite the story and burn destiny to ash.

"Aria," he said softly. "Today is your birthday." It wasn't a question, but I nodded nevertheless. "The moon is full tonight," he added, his voice quiet. "You will attend the ceremony." "Of course, Elder," I replied, puzzled. All eighteen-year-olds attended the ceremony. It was essential. He leaned in, smelling gently. "You already feel it, don't you? "The change." My heartbeat skipped. "What change?" Elder Malin's eyes narrowed. "Interesting. "Very interesting." He reached inside his pocket and retrieved a little pouch. "Wear this tonight." I accepted it hesitantly. Inside was a simple moonstone pendant with a leather cord. "But this is for—" "Wear it," he interjected. "Hide it under your clothes if you must, but wear it." Moonstones were precious. They aided our connection to the Moon Goddess during ceremonies. However, they were only given to wolves from influential families (Alphas and Betas). Not Omegas like me. "Why?" I questioned. Elder Malin glanced at Mira before returning his attention to me. "Because someone is harboring secrets about you, child. And tonight, those secrets may be revealed." ~ I never mattered in our pack. Omegas like me serve, submit, and survive. We don't dream of love. We don't dream of power. She was the future Luna. I was just the girl who watched from the shadows. But everything changed on my 18th birthday. I felt the bond. I met my mate. One of the Alpha's sons. But the Alpha has triplets, and I felt the mate bond with all three and it seems the three of them felt it too — three perfect warriors, three powerful Alphas, three secrets buried beneath the surface. One of them is my destiny. One of them is lying. And one of them might be the death of me. The Moon Goddess doesn't make mistakes... but this time, I think she might've given me too much to handle.

Set 500 years into the future, Zero tells the story of one of the most enigmatic and lethal operatives in a world where humanity has expanded far beyond Earth’s confines. First introduced in Hai-XAI Chronicles: Blacklight - Book 1, Zero’s journey begins as a mercenary for a ruthless crime syndicate, living a life defined by precision, secrecy, and cold-blooded efficiency. Known for his ability to disappear into the shadows, he has lived as a ghost, constantly operating on the fringes of society. But now, in an era where interplanetary politics and advanced technologies shape every aspect of life, his past is catching up with him. Zero’s path is one of survival, transformation, and self-discovery. With his AI companion, Eclipse, guiding him through perilous missions, Zero is a ghost on the battlefield—moving unseen, striking with lethal efficiency. But as the stakes of his missions rise, he is forced to confront the shadows of his past, realizing that his skills, once used for personal gain, now have a larger role to play in a war for humanity's future. His journey leads him to Team Blacklight—a covert group under Major Nathan Vale, tasked with protecting humanity’s interests in a galaxy on the brink of chaos. With his unmatched expertise in stealth and assassination, Zero becomes a vital member of the team, taking on high-risk operations that will alter the fate of the galaxy. But as he integrates into Blacklight, Zero is torn between remaining a weapon of the shadows and embracing his new role in a fight for something far greater than survival. Zero is set in a future where humanity’s reach has extended across the stars, but old threats—both human and alien—still linger. It’s an action-packed, high-stakes thriller that delves deep into the past of a man who has lived in the shadows for too long. The story explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the choice between running from one’s past or stepping into a new identity. As Zero’s journey unfolds, he must decide whether he will remain the ghost in the shadows or become something more—a key player in the evolving war for humanity’s future. In a universe where technology, AI, and humanity collide, Zero’s story will set the stage for the epic struggles to come in the Hai-XAI Chronicles.

Synopsis: Bound to the Shadow Genre: Fantasy | Supernatural | Romance | Dark > She was cursed to see death. He was never meant to be seen. But the night her eyes met his — the Grim Reaper’s — everything changed. Liana Evans has lived her entire life haunted by shadows. She sees people moments before they die — the signs, the silence, the Fade. But one night, she sees something she was never meant to: the Reaper himself. Lucien is death incarnate — emotionless, ancient, cold. But when Liana sees him… he begins to feel. Emotions, sensations, desire — things he buried centuries ago. Now, the rules are broken. She can’t die, and he can’t leave her. As reapers close in and fate rewrites itself, their bond deepens into something dangerous, forbidden… and fated. He was sent to collect her soul. Now he wants her heart. But falling in love with death comes at a price...

WARNING! MATURE CONTENT! An accident changed everything for Stella Marquez, an Omega—when a mysterious Alpha named Lukas Monteverde forcibly marked her. The council's decree was clear: once marked, they must be married, fated mate or not. Bound by this law, they were thrust into a forced cohabitation, turning Stella's world upside down as she had to sever ties with her ex. Living together ignited an undeniable connection. The mark heightened their senses—each overwhelmed by the other's pheromones, burning with an insatiable thirst for one another. What began as rejection and resistance to their instincts slowly unraveled into understanding, then something deeper—love. Reluctantly, they opened their hearts to one another. "If I let you free, would you still choose him… or me?"

At dusk, a young girl walks home alone. Due to upcoming exams, she has been staying late at school to study, often returning home at twilight or even in the evening. Her route home takes her through a park. As she walks through the park, she suddenly hears the sound of hurried, chaotic footsteps rapidly approaching. Just as she begins to turn her head to look, before she can complete the motion, someone grabs her forcefully.

Warning:This book contains mature content "What will you do when you find yourself trapped in a monster's life.....?" Cold shivers ran down her spine as she felt his cold warm hands wrapped around her waist pulling her closer to himself. "Do you also believe I'm a monster?" He asked with his deep masculine voice that sent icy chills down her spine. She was bounded to be with a mysterious creature of the midnight,A monster at day, a charming prince at night no one could see. "Dive into a world of dark fantasy and romance where the monster and prince are blurred, and the dangers are higher than ever".

After Xia Feng found himself transmigrated, he faced a horrifying twist—his heart had been inexplicably removed. In its place was a damaged, malevolent heart with a grim expiration date: it would only last eighteen years. But this wasn’t just any heart; it was a magical one, capable of synchronizing with the strength of its chosen target. To survive, Xia Feng made a desperate choice: he bound himself to the future villain destined to bring about the world’s destruction—the Witch of Destruction. Her strength would become his strength. The more powerful she grew, the more powerful he would become! With this newfound connection, Xia Feng quickly realized that picking fights wasn’t just a bad habit—it was a survival strategy. With a sly grin, he taunted, “Miss Witch, I’ll admit you’re strong… but not strong enough!” -------------------------------------------------------------------------For early access: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1356390?view=expanded

“You shouldn’t walk around in that nightwear.” His voice was low—closer than it should’ve been. I didn’t have time to turn. His hand slid up my thigh before I could even breathe. My grip on the counter tightened like it might save me. “Alpha—” Elyssa was the traitor’s daughter—unmated, unloved, and wolf-less. A pack slave. A pretty shadow. Easy to overlook. Until war turned her world into ash and dropped her in the dungeon of the most feared Alpha alive. Kaelith Drenor—cursed, ruthless, and completely unprepared for the girl with haunted green eyes who made his blood burn and his beast obey. He doesn’t know why he can’t stay away. She doesn’t know she’s his mate. And no one knows her wolf is waking up. When she shifts, the world will feel it. And so will he.

"He is cursed. Ruthless. Feared by kingdoms. And now… he’s my husband.” Born with the blood of angels, Liora has lived a quiet life, hidden in the mountains of Aldara, until her father makes a dangerous bargain with the Shadow King offering her as a bride to the most feared prince in the five realms: Prince Kaelith, heir to the throne of the damned. Cursed by ancient magic, Kaelith is not fully human… nor fully demon. Rumors say he devours souls, commands shadows, and feels no emotion. But when Liora enters his world a kingdom bathed in eternal twilight nothing is as it seems. As Liora fights to uncover Kaelith’s dark secrets, she begins to unravel her own divine legacy… and a fate far greater than marriage awaits. But the more she resists him, the deeper he pulls her into his world. What if the only way to save the realms… is to fall in love with the monster meant to destroy them all?

"I don’t remember who I was before stepping onto that pirate ship... And maybe I never want to remember." Raised among torn sails and the salty scent of the sea, I found in a pirate crew the only family I ever knew. Years passed, and my hardened heart believed that adventures and battles were all I needed... until he appeared. A mysterious nobleman, with eyes that seemed to hold all the secrets I had forgotten. His scent was different — it didn’t smell of rum and sweat, but of memories I insisted on burying. “Where have you been all this time?” he asked, as if he knew me better than I knew myself. Torn between the instinctive call of my omega body and the need to keep my secrets buried, I have to decide: face a past I’ve always run from... or keep sailing without looking back.

* Disaster struck Constance Sylvaine’s life when her husband, Lorenzo Morelli, the main heir of the Morelli mafia famiglia, loved and cheated with someone else—Vittoria Speranza, Constance’s best friend—and she was pregnant. Constance was tortured and forced; Lorenzo Morelli was so happy when she signed the divorce paper. Months later, however, Morelli was shocked to know that Constance is a billionaire heiress of the powerful, rich Sadie Kaiser, and now a superhot trillionaire CEO with dark desires and obsessions—Slater Blackthorne—is asking for her hand. * Slater breathes in Sadie's ear. "You die when I say you die, and right now, I'm not done with you. I'm never going to be done with you—you're mine. Mine, that means no one else gets to hurt you. I am the only one who gets to hurt you."

Synopsis Liana, a humble omega raised in silence, awakens on her 18th birthday with the scent of her fated mate — the son of the Alpha. But the bond isn't simple. The Alpha has triplet sons, and all three begin to feel the pull toward her. Thrust into the center of political tension and pack rivalry, Liana must confront betrayal, ancient magic, and a forgotten prophecy. As she finds herself entangled with Kael, the stoic firstborn, Jace, the charming troublemaker, and Rowan, the cursed empath, Liana discovers she is more than she was told. Her wolf is the reincarnation of a Luna lost to betrayal. Her bloodline is royal, hidden in shadow. And her destiny is not to choose a mate but to unite a broken world. With Celeste, the Beta's daughter, unraveling in jealousy and Darius, a rogue Alpha with vengeance in his heart, threatening war, Liana must rise. Not as an omega. Not as a mate. But as the Luna fated to reshape the future.