Dianna Coker

Seven years in the future, Jacender Ashfield stands alone on a battlefield, a sea of demons closing in around him. Armed with sheer determination and dwindling strength, he faces the unstoppable forces of an otherworldly horde— and their enigmatic leader, the red-eyed Masked Man. Seven years in the past, Jacender and his twin brother Aleximus train relentlessly in the Axis —a mysterious forest of crimson trees that has been their home for as long as they can remember. Though bound by their uncle Matsuda's warnings to stay hidden, the twins dream of escaping the Axis to uncover the secrets of the world beyond its borders. They defy their uncle’s wishes, enlisting the help of their younger sister Anna, whose strange healing powers carry an ominous, unintended cost. But their quest for freedom shatters when a powerful enemy breaches the Axis, kidnapping Anna and revealing the grim reality of the outside world. Now forced to flee their sanctuary, Jacender and Aleximus embark on a perilous journey to Pendragon, a distant nation their uncle believes can shelter them from those pursuing the ancient Codex Jacender carries with him. Fueled by grief and vengeance, the twins vow to destroy the organization that razed their home — no matter the cost. As they traverse a dangerous continent filled with warring factions, ancient magic, and sinister political and religious forces, the brothers unravel the truth of their origins — and the fate they were born to face.  Yet Aleximus bears a haunting secret: a prophecy whispered in his dreams, foretelling a future drenched in darkness. And with every step forward, he feels the whisper growing louder; and with it — a fear for his brother's destiny.

Tras años fuera de casa, Kaden ha regresado, en busca de hacer las paces con su pasado y para recuperar aquello que siente que ha perdido, así que mientras resuelve sus asuntos piensa en reconectar con personas de su pasado sin saber los problemas que esto le traería. Mientras tanto, la ciudad de Abraxas está sumida en el caos debido a una guerra en el inframundo que amenaza con arrasar con toda la ciudad y el hombre en el centro de esta tormenta es Tres, un viejo amigo de Kaden como un ejecutor para una mafia local. Por otro lado, Anna, una psicóloga recientemente divorciada y con muchos problemas con sus relaciones profesionales y con sus pacientes, se involucra en la investigación de una serie de asesinatos disfrazados de suicidios, mientras intenta lidiar con su nuevo inquilino y viejo amigo Kaden.

He is S City’s dark and sadistic emperor. During the day he appeared aloof, yet he transformed into a ravenous wolf at nighttime. “Trying to run? I’ll teach you the proper way to run.” The chairman had a variety of ways to spoil his wife. Anna Jadwin let out a devilish baby, “The one who loses runs out of the bund, and mommy is mine!” The next day, little** ran around the bund naked, and cried his eyes out, “Let mommy stay with me for one night, please, my handsome Daddy~”

After Stargaze Family executed his family, Noel Ardagan embarked on his journey, restoring his family name with the help of a System. "What? How the heck did she get it before me? The system told me that I'm the only one who knows about it!" Noel Ardagan cursed in anger, "That conniving murdering woman!" "At this point in time, only I should be aware about this tomb. But how did he find out about it?" Anna Stargaze, even after her reincarnation, couldn’t comprehend Noel's actions. The clash between of a person holding a system and a reincarnator who knows everything in the future is about to start.

Sold by her own family to settle gambling debts, Anna Wallace’s life takes a dark turn when she escapes her captors, only to find herself in the dangerous world of Alexander Voss—a billionaire feared as much for his ruthless reputation as for his unpredictable bipolar disorder. Desperate for safety, Anna pleads with Alexander for protection, unaware of the chaos she’s inviting into her life. Their unlikely connection is volatile yet magnetic, bound by Alexander’s fierce need to protect her and Anna’s determination to understand him. But when Anna discovers she’s pregnant, misunderstandings and buried trauma begin to fracture their bond. As Alexander’s darker enemies resurface with deadly intentions, Anna finds herself torn between staying with the man who saved her or running from a world that could consume her. With betrayal lurking in unexpected places, Alexander must confront his demons to protect the woman who’s become his sanctuary. And Anna must decide if she’s willing to embrace the chaos to find her place by his side—or risk losing everything. Can two broken souls find redemption in each other, or will the secrets binding them become their undoing?

Anna's world shatters when she discovers her husband's infidelity and his secret desire for a child. She was consumed by despair, and blaming it on her infertility, Anna contemplates ending her life. But fate intervenes, and a mysterious system transports her to an abandoned storybook world. In this realm, Anna is bound to a demigod, Kael, who rules with an iron fist, crushing the spirits of the people. The system's task is clear: Anna must navigate this treacherous world, training and learning to defeat Kael, now her husband. With each step, she'll earn real-life currency, offering a chance to escape her painful past when she returns to earth. But as Anna embarks on this journey, she's forced to confront her own darkness when an unexpected twist complicates her quest: she begins to develop feelings for Kael, the very man she's destined to kill. Torn between her loyalty to the system and her growing attachment to Kael, Anna must navigate the lines between reality and fantasy. Will she find a way to defy the system's expectations and forge her own path, or will she succumb to the fate that's been laid out for her? “I mean, what am I going back to earth for?”

“I, Alpha Michael Goldline of the Night Fang pack, reject you, Ariana Davids, as my mate.” He said, and my lips parted. I couldn’t say a word. I simply stared into his eyes, watching him, looking into his cold green eyes. Everything faded into the background. All the sounds, faces… everything. All I could see was him, as his words replayed in my head. I, Alpha Michael Goldline… Michael rejected me. In front of everyone. … NightFang pack, reject you… This was our chance. What was he doing? … Ariana Davids as my mate. *** "Rejected by her pack and the boy she loved." Anna thought she'd never find her place in the world. But when a chance encounter with the ruthless Lycan King Luke sparks a passionate romance, she must confront the secrets of her past and the danger of their forbidden love. Amidst war and ancient curses, Anna is torn: will she embrace their destiny together or will their love be torn apart by the very forces that brought them together?

Anna, a rebellious billionaire heiress, left home to start a business with her friend while hiding her real identity. Her “rent a bride” business was going well until a billionaire brought a deal she could not resist. They got married according to the terms of the contract they both signed until his family found out the truth and separated them after putting her through hell. She returned home and decided to seek revenge on her ex-husband and his family.

Annabelle, a young heiress whose life had been dictated by her mother and the expectations of the family for as long as she could remember, even leaving her infant daughter with her father for years without contact so her mother never found out and harmed them now struggles to reconnect with her family but soon realize how difficult it was to do so. Not only was her mother and family still a threat, but she discovered that the man she loved was also planning to get married due to pressure from his mother and the desire to give his daughter a mother. Left with no other choice, Anna decided it was time to stop playing it safe and grab the bull by the horns. Tension and awkwardness sparked between them at their first encounter after many years of separation. While one felt guilty, the other felt fear, afraid of the past repeating itself if he allowed himself to love her again. Meanwhile, the little bundle of joy just wanted her family together and happy.

Após um casamento forjado em mentiras, Thomas Lewantys comete um erro que mudaria sua vida para sempre. Ao se recusar a permitir que sua esposa, removesse o véu, ele não percebeu que estava diante da mulher errada – um engano que culminou em um ato de violência que nunca teria ocorrido se ele soubesse da troca planejada por Anna, a irmã de Sarah. Sarah, marcada pelo trauma, foi encontrada em estado crítico e sem documentos, sendo identificada apenas como "NoName". Apesar de seu passado sombrio, Sarah reconstruiu sua vida e se tornou uma médica respeitada, enquanto Thomas vive atormentado pela culpa e pelas consequências de suas escolhas. Cinco anos depois, Sarah descobre verdades devastadoras que envolvem Anna, sua irmã, e os filhos que pensava ter perdido para sempre. O destino os coloca frente a frente, forçando-os a confrontar não apenas os segredos e erros do passado, mas também os sentimentos complexos que acabam os conectando. Em meio a intrigas familiares, revelações chocantes e uma luta por redenção, Sarah e Thomas precisam decidir se é possível superar as sombras que os cercam e encontrar um novo começo – ou se o véu entre eles jamais será levantado. "Além do Véu: As Sombras do Passado" é uma história de amor, culpa e superação, onde o perdão é o maior dos desafios e a verdade a única salvação. Autora: Hera Valente

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

Lumaking mabait, masipag at masunuring anak si Anna. Kahit na salat sa buhay ay masaya ang kanyang pamilya pero nag bagong lahat yon nang mamatay ang kanyang ama. Nalubog sila sa utang at naging malamig ang naging pakikitungo sa kanya ng ina. Sa resort sa kanilang lugar ay namasukan si Anna. Nakilala nya rito si Arthur Bryce na unang kita nya pa lamang ay nagustuhan nya na ang binata. Isang secret Agent si Arthur sa isang patagong organisasyon na ang layunin ay sugpuin ang mga masasamang organisasyon. Lingid sa kaalaman ng dalaga na kaya lamang lumalapit sa kanya ang binata ay dahil kumakalap lamang ito ng impormasyon sa kanilang lugar. Unti-unting nahulog ang loob ni Anna rito pero mukhang 'di mutual ang feelings nila sa isat-isa. Lalo na mukhang nagugustuhan nito ang anak ng may-ari ng resort na pinagt-trabahuhan nya. Pero hindi naging dahilan ito para kalimutan nya si Brent kundi mas gagawin nya pa ang lahat para ma gustuhan siya ng Binata. Started: 11-20-23 Completed:

due to outbreak of war Anna flee away from saturn. her system crashed at earth.in question of survival she meets sam. can they both over come difficulties in earth and bring new colour to this story... note: cover photo from printrest

Anna's world was crumbling. Her mother's life was fading away, and the medical bills were choking her. In desperation, she made a decision that would cost her a lifetime: a decision to become a baby mama for the wealthy and jerky Adams Winthrop. Adams, the sole heir of the Winthrop Fashion Empire, needed an heir to secure his inheritance. But with his playboy lifestyle and lack of interest in commitment, finding a willing partner seemed impossible. That was until he laid eyes on Anna at the clubhouse. She was in dire need of cash, and he needed a baby. It was a match made of convenience, not love, or so they thought. As the months went by, Anna found herself falling head over heels for the charming and captivating Adams. But could she truly fall for a man who only wanted her for her womb?

Life in the Ember Pack seemed ordinary—until Annatoria, the Luna, was accused of infidelity by her husband, the Alpha. Infidelity was the last thing Anna would ever consider, even in a failing marriage. Yet there she stood, publicly shamed and branded a whore. A cruel setup led to her rejection and banishment, leaving her broken and alone. For three long years, Anna struggled to survive, enduring hardship after hardship. But with the help of Alpha Asher—a close friend who secretly harbored feelings for her—she rose from the ashes. Now, as a powerful Alpha in her own right, she’s the talk of the shifter world. On the day she returns to the Ember Pack to reclaim her son, fate strikes once again. As she nears the pack gates, a deep, familiar growl sends shivers down her spine. “You’re my mate.” Her wolf stirred. “What is that scent?” A mate? How did the “banished” Annatoria gain the power to walk into the pack unchallenged? And who is the wolf claiming her as his?

Anna had been in love with her boyfriend for years, expecting to be fated mates. However, she was betrayed. When fleeing, she entered the territory of the rival wolf pack and met Ethan Chu. As she got along with him, she went through numerous hardships and also fought back against the one who betrayed her.

In the heart of a relentless Russian winter, truth is a fragile flame. Viktor, a reclusive writer burdened by failure and haunted by the voices of his past, retreats to a desolate cabin in a snowbound village. Armed with little more than ink, paper, and a candle—an heirloom of his late mother—he vows to compose a masterpiece that unravels the marrow of human existence. But as the blizzards rage outside, his blank pages echo the haunting void within. Salvation—or perhaps confrontation—arrives in the form of Anna, a widowed woodcutter with hands calloused by labor and eyes sharpened by survival. Her pragmatism clashes with Viktor’s obsession, igniting an uneasy exchange: she leaves wood at his door each morning, and he leaves pages of his manuscript in return—pages she burns unread. As the storm grows fiercer and shadows creep closer, Viktor’s work swells with ambition, but his certainty crumbles. The cabin becomes a crucible where fire and ice, truth and futility, creation and destruction battle for dominance. With his manuscript soaked in melted snow and his spirit stretched thin, Viktor must confront a harrowing question: is the act of creation enough to stave off the weight of despair? Lyrical, haunting, and deeply introspective, The Weight of Shadows is a meditation on the fragility of art, the resilience of the human spirit, and the fleeting warmth of connection amidst the cold.

Will Anna find love someday?? Will Jesse mend her broken heart?? Will they be strong enough to fight the battles coming from the third parties

Anna starts working in the mansion of one of the richest businessmen in Dubai as a maid, but the truth is that she's a spy working to expose the truth behind the murder of the billionaire's wife, who was also the daughter of the Ceo of a rival company.

Anna is an innocent girl, and the only daughter of her parents. she just graduated from the college, and got a job at a luminous company. Anna living happily with parents but unfortunately her father collapsed and was taking to her hospital, They were asked to provide huge amounts of money for her father's surgery. her mother is just running small shop of cookie and Anna doesn't have such amounts and they no one to run for favors, suddenly she comes to think of borrowing the money from her boss. On the other side James the CEO of Civida international been engaged to Clara by contract and don't want to marriage between he and Clara. Later when Anna met him , he took the opportunity of Anna to offered a proposal of her to act as him wife for a year. Anna has no choice rather than to accept is offer in other to save her father's life. Anna has it in mind that after one year they go on their ways . But unfortunately destiny wasn't that way -------------------------

A girl with beautiful green eyes but a tragic childhood scar and a guy from California.... How their twisted fate gets them tangled and make them life partners.... High school Nick-i don't want to u to regret latter anna. So let's stop here. Anna-(sobbing)I won't regret anything and u can't make decisions for me. Nick-goodbye anna this is for ur good. After 7 years Imperial College Boston colleague to Nick - new interns are going to come this session and college is assigning them as TAs (tutoring assistant) to professors. On the other side.. Are u sure Anna ??? asks Henry (her bestfriend) you really moving to Boston ?? giving her puppy look ... looking at her bestfriend she sighs and hugs him.... and says I need to do this Henry u know I can't make her* sad (her=her mom) what's waiting for Anna in Boston what's going to happen... how Anna and Nick end up tied together ??? let's find out !!!

Caution! (21+) Harap bijak dalam membaca. Anna terkenal dengan parasnya yang cantik dan menawan. Proporsi tubuh yang terbentuk bak seekor angsa putih terkadang membuat para lelaki tak bisa melepaskan pandangan mereka. Wanita yang tidak hanya memiliki tubuhnya sebagai senjata tetapi juga otak yang cemerlang. Namun bagaimana nasib Anna ketika dijebak dan terpaksa harus terikat dengan Keluarga Cahya? Harga diri Anna yang setinggi langit itu luluh lantah dibawah kaki Cahya bersaudara. Ke-empat orang laki-laki itu adalah malaikat maut Anna. Wanita itu menunggu. Menunggu untuk membalas dendam selagi terlena dalam kenikmatan duniawi di dekapan para iblis.

Anna BraveHeart is a noble lady sold off as a slave by her very own family, by reasons unknown to her. she believed her family had loved her thus refused the thought of betrayal. a ray of light seem to shine, as Anne was successful sold off to the royal house to work to work as a replacement maid. the bitter truth that she was betrayed and sold finally settled in Anne thus she vow to get her revenge on her family. on Anne's road to revenge she unexpectedly crossed paths with the forbidden prince, known to bring death wherever he goes and unlucky for Anne she had come to be the object of his obsession.

This is the story of a man living under the shadow of deep scars and loneliness. A tragic incident five years ago shattered his life completely. Now, he hides his true identity, leading a simple yet burdened life, haunted by his past. The people around him fail to understand his silence and pain. He talks to the air, lost in memories of a mysterious woman named Anna, and gazes at a towering building that seems to hold the secrets of his past. But when he encounters old friends and foes, the dark secrets of his past begin to unravel. What happened five years ago? Who is Anna? And will he ever escape the shadow of his past? "Shadow of Love" is a gripping tale of mystery, regret, and the enduring hope of redemption.

Anna is an ordinary citizen of a kingdom which is ruled by a vampire overlord. Her kingdom is one of the five great kingdoms in the world. She has always been bullied by people around her as she was weak and an orphan who did not have anyone by her side. Everything changed when the three princes of the kingdom noticed her beauty and immediately fell in love with her.

[CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT!! ] (At least read the first fifteen chapters before tossing it aside) . Anna Sui woke up from her drunken state to see her boyfriend cheating on her with her best friend on the eve of their wedding. Anna was so heartbroken that she ran out of the house, but due to an unfortunate turn of event, she had a one night stand with a complete stranger. . EXCERPTS, "Anna where are you I've been trying to call you for hours now, why are you ignoring my calls?" Her frown deepened. "Leave me alone Mack you can keep being with Nari I don't care." She yelled. "Oh please stop it Anna. You're my girlfriend and I demand to know. Don't tell me you're with another man Ann. Did you forget today's our wedding" Before Anna could say a word her phone got snatched away from her. "She's mine now. If you call or disturb what's mine from now on, be ready to rot in hell." He hunged up and tossed the phone aside. . (IN THE CUPID'S QUILL COMPETITION. Support book by adding it to library, voting with power stone, gifting golden tickets and normal gift.)

Meet Jayden, your average middle schooler—if by "average" you mean someone who hears voices in his head, has uncontrolled psychic abilities, and is constantly on the run from people he can't see. Life was going fine, you know, just the typical teen drama—until Jayden learned he wasn’t as normal as he thought. One minute, he's having class learning long division, trying to make it through the school day, and the next, he’s got invisible men hunting him down for reasons he doesn’t understand. Sure, that’s a Tuesday for some, but for Jayden, it’s just the beginning of a very weird, and very dangerous, journey. Apparently, these men aren’t fans of Jayden's newfound powers. And in the midst of all this, Anna—his so-called friend—has some questionable motives of her own, leading to a betrayal that throws Jayden into a storm of chaos he didn’t ask for. Enter the mysterious man—let’s call him the guy with a plan. This man swoops in like some kind of mysterious mentor figure who sees potential in Jayden (don’t worry, he’s not here to make him a superhero—far from it). No, this guy sees a lot of raw, untapped psychic chaos and decides to take Jayden under his wing. It’s all very sinister and very confusing, but Jayden doesn’t have time to process it because he's suddenly plucked out of his life, thrown onto a private jet, and given an offer: join the fight, or become a pawn in a game he doesn't understand. And just when Jayden thinks he’s reached rock bottom, he’s introduced to Nadya—one part pilot, one part “I’ll break you if you don’t get your act together” drill sergeant. She’s assigned to “train” Jayden, but don’t get too excited—she’s not exactly on the whole “let’s make him a hero” bandwagon. No, she’s got her own issues, and they’re all written in sharp, Russian-accented sarcasm. The good news? She’s tough. The bad news? Jayden’s about to get thrown into a warzone. Because what’s the best way to “train” someone with uncontrollable psychic powers? Send them into an international conflict, obviously. So, what’s a guy like Jayden supposed to do when he’s got powers, a bunch of shady people telling him what to do, and absolutely no clue who to trust? He can either lean into the darkness and become a villain, or... well, become a hero. Maybe. It’s not looking great for him, though. But here’s the kicker—he didn’t ask for this. In fact, Jayden would much rather go back to his old life of trying to avoid attention, and definitely not end up in some high-stakes international conspiracy. But since life doesn’t care about your plans, Jayden’s about to dive into something far bigger than himself. And it’s going to be explosive—literally. Will Jayden succumb to the chaos? Will he learn how to control his powers? Or will he burn it all down and go down in a blaze of psychic glory? You'll have to stick around to find out. Spoiler: There’s a lot of unpredictable in his future. And honestly? That’s just how he likes it.

In the dazzling city of Deco where wealth reigns supreme, where dreams and fate were fulfilled and intertwined, so were the fate of three young individuals. Love knows no bounds, but the barriers of social class threaten to tear it apart. Josh, a humble worker, finds his heart entangled with Anna, the only child of his family's wealthy employer. Despite the undeniable affection between the duo , Anna is promised to Caleb, a second generation heir in a business deal that binds her fate. As Josh and Anna navigate the treacherous waters of forbidden love, they must confront betrayal, blackmail, and all other possessive forces that are determined to keep them apart. Can their love withstand the challenges thrown their way, or will they succumb to the pressures of society? Follow Josh and Anna's heart-wrenching journey as they fight for their love and defy the odds stacked against them. "Our Sacrifices: Born To Love You" is a captivating tale of passion, resilience, and the enduring power of love.

The Birthday of the Infanta by Oscar Wilde is a richly detailed narrative that blends beauty with tragedy, exploring complex themes of love, loss, and human nature. The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson, this short story focuses on a group of men who meet regularly at an inn and become involved in a mysterious encounter with a renowned doctor. The story explores themes of identity, morality, and the weight of past actions. The Nose by Nikolai Gogol is an absurd and satirical tale that tells the strange story of a barber who finds a nose in a bun in Saint Petersburg. This discovery triggers a series of comical and peculiar events in the plot. The Most Dangerous Game (aka The Hounds of Zaroff) by Richard Connell, is a classic work of literature that tells a story of action and adventure with horror overtones. The plot follows two hunters, one turned prey on a mysterious island.The Great Keinplatz Experiment by Sir. Arhutr Conan Doyle, this book tells a story about a peculiar experiment carried out in the fictional town of Keinplatz. Through an immersive narrative and intriguing characters, The Book explores themes of scientific curiosity and human behavior.The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs, this book tells the story of a magical monkey's paw that grants its owner three wishes, with unexpected and tragic consequences. The plot revolves around themes of destiny, consequences and the supernatural, creating a captivating and somber narrative. The Lady with the Little Dog by Anton Chekhov is a story that follows Dmitri Gomov, a married man who begins an affair with Anna Sergueyevna, a woman who is also engaged. The narrative explores the complexities of love, infidelity and human emotions against a backdrop of society and social conventions.

"Sorry, Mr. Robert, the prisoner refuses to meet with you." Two months later. "Sorry, Mr. Robert the prisoner still refuses to meet with you." Six months later "Sorry, Mr. Robert, the prisoner is firm and still refuses to meet with you." One year later. "Mr. Robert, sorry, we asked, and she refuses to meet with you, persistently." Two years later. "Mr. Robert, she doesn't want to see you." The female guard in uniform politely spoke to the man in front of her. Upon hearing this, the man paused and then said to the female guard. "You tell her for me that I will marry her when she comes out." Anna doesn't believe that a man who has been in love for ten years will betray her. In the adjournment room, Anna sat sluggishly on the chair. Two days in court left her exhausted. "Robert, do you really want to push me to hell?" "Your father pushed my mother into the sea, and I'll make his daughter's life worse than death. It s fair, right?" Anna eyes were flled with tears, but she stubbornly raised her head and held it back. When she looked at Robert again, she took on a pleading look and said, "For the sake of the past ten years we have been together, would you drop your case?" Robert stood up, looking at her from a high position, coldly snorted. "Heh, I have been waiting this day for ten years. How could | drop it?" Looking at her miserable appearance, Robert heart seemed to have cracked a ittle. He frowned, suppressing that feeling, and cruelly said: "But you still have some time left. Next week is my engagement party with Lily. This is the invitation, and you are welcome to attend." He dumped the invitation on Scarlet's body with contempt, and walked away without looking back. Anna looked at the white invitation letter, as if the last ounce of her strength had been taken away. She fell into a chair, and could not even breathe. When she and Robert were together, he never said he wanted to marry her. Now he was getting married, and she was going to jail. Anna hung her head, covered her face with both hands, and let the tears fall all over her cheeks. When the trial started again, Anna stood quietly at the defendant's table and listened to the judge's statement. " Defendant!" Anna came back to her senses, and instead of looking at the judge, she looked at Robert. Suddenly, she smiled, quiet and well- behaved, just like the first time when they met and she called him "honey' '. Robert.' heart trembled by her gaze as if something was flowing away. "Robert., my father is dead, and he had it coming, and I also have to go to jail." "From now on, we are even! The past ten years, I will pretend I never met you.... Tears broke out from Anna eyes; she turned her head to the judge and said, "I plead guilty!"