Alpha Bride

In the world of power, wealth, and dark secrets, Eleanor Sinclair finds herself trapped in a marriage to the infamous Blackthorne twins, Alexander and Sebastian—two ruthless men known as the Devil Brothers. Feared in the underworld and worshiped in high society, they rule with iron fists and icy hearts. But Eleanor is no ordinary woman. She carries a past even she doesn’t fully remember, a hidden strength that awakens when she is pushed to the edge. Forced into this marriage by their powerful grandfather, Eleanor becomes a pawn in the Blackthorne empire—a woman they both resent, yet can’t ignore. When she is thrown into their dangerous world, Eleanor must learn to navigate the games of the rich and powerful. She will face betrayal, passion, and the unspoken war between love and hate. As secrets unravel and shadows from the past emerge, one question remains:

Joel Porter, desperate to save his daughter Freya from the cruel alpha and the deadly plots against the alpha’s life, kidnaps Ophelia from her home. He forces Ophelia to take Freya's place, sending her to marry the alpha, Sylas Lucian. Ophelia becomes a pawn, destined to play in a dangerous game of life and death.

“I could end you with just a flick of my fingers, but I won't do that yet. I want you to suffer for being a mute and worse for being a Stealer wolf!” **** Olivia's life took a turn for the worse when she attended the mating ceremony on her 18th birthday and discovered that she was a Stealer wolf. She was a mute, who found it hard to communicate with people and hoped that when she got her mate during the ceremony, she would be accepted and be able to heal, but then fate had something else in store for her. Chased around by widowed and single wolves because of her stealer identity, she meets her mate, but he pushes her away and mistreats her for being a mute. Will she be able to win his heart and heal?

Luna's life shatters with a single, whispered truth: her father was a werewolf. Seventeen-year-old Luna, a struggling student haunted by her mother's deathbed confession, discovers she's the illegitimate daughter of Damien Whitestone, the powerful CEO of MG Company—and a formidable Alpha. Driven by a desperate need to escape her crushing debt and a burning desire to uncover her hidden heritage, Luna infiltrates MG Company as a cleaner, stepping into a world of corporate wolves and primal instincts. But MG Company is more than just a tech empire; it's the heart of the Silverclaw Covenant, a powerful werewolf clan with a strict hierarchy and ancient traditions. As Luna navigates the treacherous waters of corporate intrigue, she encounters the enigmatic Kael and Raul, Damien's adopted sons, the rising force within the Covenant. Their paths collide in a whirlwind of suspicion and forbidden attraction, as Kael suspects Luna's human nature, and Luna desperately seeks her place. When Luna's true identity is revealed, she finds herself not welcomed, but challenged. The Alpha position, and with it, control of MG Company, is up for grabs, and Luna must prove her worth in the ancient "Crimson Moon Trials." With enemies lurking within the company's polished corridors and the dangerous trials ahead, Luna must embrace her newfound heritage and fight for her right to claim the Alpha title. But as she delves deeper into the Covenant's secrets, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to tear both the werewolf world and her forbidden love apart. In a city where power is the ultimate currency, Luna must decide: will she claim her legacy or choose to remain a secret?

Adopted daughter Scarlet Winter life had been a rollercoaster as she battles with providing for the parasitic family of hers... She engages in so many occupations, from a 9-5 job, to a delivery girl, a handyman, a stand in secretary or agent. As long as it provides money she is willing to take on the job. An emergency call from home concerning her adoptive parents turned her life upside down.... "You can marry her", Pauline shouted. "Marry her in place of the debt". .... The man looked her over and satisfied with the compensation "Be at the marriage registration centre by 8am or suffer the consequences", he said coldly. What happens after she signed the marriage and finds out that the groom has been swapped... not the loan sharks anymore? What happens when the groom finds out that the bride he had planned to marry had been mistakenly swapped to another? Will hell be let loose or will they both try to navigate the situation? What happens to the identities replaced? Will they seek reinstallment? Will they revenge? or Will they let go?

Ava thought her life couldn't get worse after being sold into marriage to save her family-until her fiancé faked his death, leaving her trapped in a marriage with his father. Now, she's forced into a marriage with the same man who betrayed her, the infuriatingly handsome Orion, who wants nothing to do with her... or so he claims. But danger is never far. Orion's vengeful mistress, Chloe, is determined to ruin Ava's life, while the charming and mysterious Mason offers her an escape-but at what cost? As shocking truths unravel and Chloe shows up pregnant for Orion, Ava must navigate a deadly game of love, lies, and betrayal. Will Ava flee for her freedom and life, or will the lies and betrayal surrounding Orion destroy her once and for all? Can Orion reclaim his bride?

(WARNING: MATURE CONTENT AND DARK THEMES AHEAD) "Odessa..." His whisper brought me back to reality, causing me to flutter my eyelids as I brought my gaze back to his eyes. "Focus. Tell me to shove it in." Argh, what's his fucking problem? We were having some fun and he's suddenly acting like he's all about consent? "Since when do you care about what I think?" I couldn't help but ask, arching an eyebrow. He stared at me for a good few seconds, forcing me to divert my gaze back to his dick. Yup... Still harder than a rock. "I don't." He suddenly responded, causing me to clench my jaw as I brought my gaze back to his annoyingly attractive silver eyes. "If I wanted to, I'd simply tie you up without saying a thing and then fuck you until the entire pack hears you screaming my name. But..." He paused, his smirk turning into a grin as he brought his mouth to my ear and whispered. "... I want to see you beg for it. I want to see you grovel at my feet, pleading for the sweet release of me fucking you. The mate bond has heightened your sex drive, hon. And I'm the only one capable of taming it." ***** In a modern Earth torn by war between the werewolves and witches, the life of Odessa Pierce, the lowest ranking witch of her coven, is changed forever when her coven surrenders her to the Alpha King of the North American region himself to be his bride as a symbol of a "truce". However, in a shocking twist, she discovers that she's mated to the ruthless Alpha King and now has to navigate her growing feelings for a man she thought she'd hate, while still trying to survive in a world that's out to eliminate her kind. As ancient prophecies and hidden agendas arise, will she be able to pierce through the dark veil clouding the Alpha King's heart and make him accept her? Or will their relationship ultimately crumble under the brunt of the hidden secrets and revelations that begin sprouting? And what will be her role in this never-ending war? Follow Odessa and Kaelos's story to find out.

Where white wolves are werewolf public enemy number 1, she'll be killed if anybody ever discovers what she is, and yet... Secretly born a white wolf, in the territory of enemy black wolves, Regina has to live under the disguise of a human; acting invisible and unsuspected; in order to avoid being killed if anybody ever discovers this secret. But things go south when the Alpha-heir of the powerful, merciless Blackwolves pack is dangerously close to discovering what she is. And she'd seen him kill before so she harbored no delusion of survival if he were to find out. Every Werebeast in the Unknown World knew that black wolves are shifters to be cautious of, encounters with them often earned you, roses or poppies; forgetting that was a mistake too fatal to be made; so what game was he playing at? . . . My attention warred between his attractive features and the cold chill of his words, "You will do everything I tell you to, otherwise," I already knew the fatal penalty waiting for me if I didn't agree but black wolves weren't merciful creatures, eventually, he was going to kill me anyway; he knew it and I knew it. I also knew I'd find a way to escape him but would my escape come too late? And what terrors will welcome me if I did?

Jasmine is the first daughter of the great Alpha Bale. Because of her status as a bastard child, she lives a life maltreated scrubbing floors and attending to the needs of her father, step mother, step siblings and the entire pack. But her life makes a drastic turn when she is switched in place for her father’s legitimate daughter to be married off to the Handsome and Cold hearted Alpha Xaden. Xaden is determined to punish Jasmine for the sins of her father who had massacred his entire family, even though she is nothing like her father. Hate slowly turns to desire, fierce passion and finally love. But what happens when Xaden discovers that Jasmine, was planted as a spy to bring his downfall and was not in fact the original princess he was promised to? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Let this be a lesson to everyone. Royal or not, Alpha or Omega," He declares. "You will steer clear of what is mine. In my own territory. In my pack." With that, he tosses the bloodied arm aside and takes Jasmine away from their shocked gaze.

A captivating tale of supernatural intrigue, revenge, and forbidden love, where loyalty is tested, and the past holds the power to shape the future. In a realm where the line between the living and the dead is fragile, QingWu embarks on a dangerous mission to uncover the hidden truths of her past. Haunted by betrayal and her father's family's dark secrets, she seeks vengeance, ready to fight any force that stands in her way. But when a forbidden connection with Xiao Chenyuan, the formidable Dread King, begins to grow, her path to revenge becomes more complicated. Bound by ancient forces and trapped in a world of spirits, QingWu must confront the ghosts of those she’s lost while discovering her own power. As the tension between revenge and love rises, she must decide whether to let the past consume her or embrace the possibility of a future that could heal the wounds she’s carried for so long.

"Humbra bleeds, ravaged by a relentless struggle for survival against the Leirions—powerful monsters, drunk on their bloodlust. Amidst this chaos, a young orphan, Leonard, haunted by a brutal past, discovers he is the catalyst for a grand future—a future darker than he could ever imagine. An orphan, with a brutal past and a thirst for revenge, he will need to overcome his traumas to stand a chance. Leonard's destiny intertwines with ancient secrets, unimaginable betrayals, and a world-shattering rage. The light of hope was extinguished long ago, giving way to darkness and the echoes of lament... But from this despair, a new hope arises: the Neumonds, wielders of powers that transcend life and death. Are they saviors... or harbingers of a final, devastating curse? Will Leonard be able to save everyone... or will his desire for vengeance end in a valiant death? Discover a world where... _____________________________________________________________ What to expect: An epic journey of revenge, secrets, self-discovery, and the struggle for power. A protagonist who evolves from a passive young man to a determined, overpowered warrior. The MC has a slow start for the sake of world-building. It will be better later. I PROMISE. Hang in there, and enjoy! What -NOT- to expect: Harem, NTR, Smut, Incest, or BL. Born as a Rambo. (Tagged > WeakToStrong)

Four rich and handsome brothers up against one girl! Asher, Ashton, Ashley and Ashal are the four quadruplet sons of the Rollins family, the wealthiest family in the country of Danvarr. They’re notorious for being sexy, smart businessmen like their father. The brothers never use their real names in public spaces and all go by ‘Ash Rollins’. They all wear the same hairstyle and swap identities almost all the time. Even their parents can’t always tell them apart. Only the brothers can. Demi is a sweet, hardworking twenty years old girl who works at a book store. When her boyfriend cheats on her because she wanted to wait till marriage, she makes a poor decision to drink for the first time. Her night is so crazy she wakes up at home with a marriage certificate in her hand signed by one Ash Rollins. The problem is she can’t recall much and doesn’t know which of the brothers she married. Typically, all the quads deny her claim and the billionaire family kicks her out of their mansion. Demi’s fate changes when the annulment of the marriage threatens the social image of the Rollins Empire. The family proposes Demi plays their daughter-in-law for a year till the tension blows over. Demi accepts only to teach the quads a lesson. Since her true husband won’t step up, Demi is allowed to choose any of the quads to be her husband. Her ‘real husband silently grows restless seeing her with his brother, but he isn’t the only one falling head over heels for the first daughter-in-law of the Rollins empire. All the brothers compete for Demi’s heart because she’s nothing like the women they’re used to. Will their obsession to win her heart finally tear the brothers apart or will Demi’s big secret do the trick? Which ‘Ash Rollins’ will win the girl in the end?

Book 1 in the planned trilogy The Girl Who Sang to the Engine. In a parallel reality where humanity thrives on Ether-a mysterious energy derived from the alien element Anonium-progress comes at a hidden cost. Unbeknownst to society, their reliance on Ether awakens a cosmic Eldritch machine known only as the Engine, whose cryptic motives remain shrouded in static and whispers. Amid this unraveling world, two high school girls emerge as unlikely players in a cosmic game they don't yet understand. Rachel Harper, captain of her basketball team, discovers she has the ability to manipulate time-but each use leaves behind faint traces of static, distorting her reflection and eroding her sense of self. Her best friend, Emily Voss , foresees fragments of alternate lives-all ending tragically-and fears she's next. Together, they stumble upon clues linking their fates to the Engine, though neither understands why. Haunted P.I.A. agent Elijah Carter arrives in Corwood, Tennessee, tasked with investigating reports of anomalies tied to the town's new reactor. A seasoned tracker with the rare ability to see residual echoes of paranormal events, Elijah quickly realizes he's dealing with something far beyond his usual assignments. Meanwhile, drug lord Dezerea Hernandez floods the streets with Gloom, a substance transforming users into static-ridden husks called Hollows to flush out a threat to humanity. As Rachel grapples with her growing bond to the Engine, she risks losing herself to its cold logic. Meanwhile, Emily battles insomnia and visions of her own deaths, desperate to break free from fate's cruel grip. With the Engine's awakening imminent, humanity stands on the brink of collapse-or rebirth. But can two teenage girls rewrite fate before time runs out? Warning: This book is a Meta Cosmic Horror Trilogy, contains violence, psychologically disturbing images, heavy foreshadowing, red herrings, fourth wall breaks.

In a world devastated by the Great War, where governments have collapsed and nations fight for dominance, the Novare Organization rises to govern the fractured lands. Tasked with maintaining order until a leader is chosen to ascend the legendary Mighty Chair, Novare holds the fragile balance of power in its hands. Yoto, a brilliant but physically weaker member of Commander Hataki’s elite squad, dreams of protecting his teammates, who have become his only family since his orphaned childhood. However, his resolve is shattered when his powers fail to awaken during the squad’s Awakening Ceremony, leaving him to grapple with despair and self-doubt. Everything changes when Yoto unexpectedly unlocks a mysterious and otherworldly power that defies human understanding. This development catches the attention of President Genta, the enigmatic and calculating leader of Novare, who seems to have an unsettling interest in Yoto’s potential. Unbeknownst to Yoto, a masked figure, an ally of Commander Hataki, has been silently protecting him from the shadows. As Yoto struggles to control his newfound abilities, he is drawn into a web of secrets surrounding the true cause of the Great War, the purpose of the Mighty Chair, and Genta’s ultimate ambitions. With forces beyond human comprehension in play, Yoto must confront his doubts, uncover the truth, and determine if Genta is a savior or a threat. As the line between mortals and gods blurs, Yoto’s awakening may hold the key to humanity’s survival—or its destruction.

Taken. Bound. Claimed. Vesaria was a lady of the south, refined, educated, untouchable. Until the night the rogue Northmen came. Stolen from her home, dragged across a frozen, unforgiving land, she is forced to wed the warlord who led the raid. Khan Azgar, the Black Wolf. A beast of a man, feared even among his own kind. But Vesaria refuses to break. She fights, she resists, she runs. And yet, no matter how far she goes, he always brings her back—stronger, faster, hungrier than before. He welcomes her fight, watches her struggle with a knowing, infuriating smirk. Every act of defiance only seems to amuse him, every escape attempt only tightens his hold. "You can seethe all you want," he murmurs, his breath hot against her ear. "But you are my wife now. And whether it’s tomorrow, next week, or moons from now..." His grip tightens, his voice dark with promise. "We both know exactly where you’ll end up—under me, gasping for more." How long must she endure this before her uncle’s men come for her? If they come at all. If there’s anything left of her to save. But hatred burns close to passion. And the more she fights him, the more she feels the heat in his gaze, the possessive weight of his touch, the undeniable pull of something dangerous and forbidden. "You think I don’t see it?" he taunts, pressing her against the furs. "The way your body betrays you, little rabbit? You fight me with every breath, and yet, you shudder so sweetly at my touch." She is his prisoner. His bride. And if she isn’t careful, she won’t just belong to him—she’ll want to.

Love, betrayal, and secrets lie in the shadows. Jeff and Evelyn once shared dreams of conquering Silicon Valley together, but their love was torn apart when Evelyn was drawn into the world of Ryan Foster. A man of wealth, power, and dark secrets. Years later, Evelyn returns, pleading for forgiveness. But just as Jeff dares to hope for a second chance, she vanishes without a trace the night before their wedding. Accused of knowing more than he admits, Jeff is hunted by the law and haunted by the past. As he searches for the truth, he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy, with Ryan at its center. With the help of an unlikely group of allies, Jeff must outmaneuver a ruthless enemy, clear his name, and deliver justice for Evelyn. But some shadows refuse to fade, and the closer Jeff gets to the truth, the more he risks losing himself. Will he uncover Evelyn’s fate before it’s too late? Or will the secrets buried in the darkness consume him?

(Mature Content) "He's a monster.... a real menace of our world" In the grand Wisteria Kingdom, Prince Ryan stands as an outcast, a royal burden shrouded in the hatred of his people. He navigates a world where every gaze is laced with disgust and every word is a reminder of his unworthiness. Attempting to escape the confines of his reality, Ryan crosses paths with Jihoon, the prince of Alyssum—a radiant force who shatters his world and rebuilds it in ways he never imagined. In a world ruled by hierarchy and primal instincts, their bond is anything but simple. As their fates intertwine, Ryan is drawn into an unfamiliar whirlwind of emotions: yearning, jealousy, and the aching desire to belong. "We need to stop this. If we don't, the prophecy that has haunted our kingdom for generations..... I fear it could become reality-.....the destruction our ancestors feared most." As Ryan struggles with these strange emotions, which are blooming inside of him for Jihoon, an old evil rises-the legend of the long-feared Alphas, that which evokes hatred by the very people he's fighting. Hints of the past begin to become more defined and threaten to become reality. What will Ryan do as he learns that the true battle is not against his people, but the existence of himself: that which is destined to be the world's overthrow? . . . . . "He was destiny, my power. I wasn’t born for this world but only for him. He was my power and death. So I shall be only for him." -Smut -Omegaverse -Royal family -Kingdoms -Modern royal family Every 2 days after the next chapter will be uploaded.

As she navigates the treacherous world of magical factions, ancient prophecies, and hidden agendas, Mia begins to uncover the truth about herself. She's not just an ordinary girl - she's the Unseen Alpha, a being of immense power and potential.

Gévaudan is haunted. A beast lurks in the shadows, a monster of fang and claw that the villagers whisper is no mere wolf but something far worse-something that cannot die. To appease the creature's endless hunger, a bride is given. A sacrifice. When Élise Moreau is chosen, she knows escape is impossible. Bound in silk and led into the cursed forest, she expects to meet a brutal, bloody end. But the beast does not kill her. He watches. He waits. And when the truth of what he is begins to unravel, she realizes the real terror isn't death-it's that something monstrous is keeping her alive. Because the beast wears two faces. And one of them is human.

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

About the Book After a thousand years in Hell, Dracula returns to a city that no longer belongs to him. His former servant, Lucius, has seized power, ruling with an iron grip and wielding an unnatural strength that Dracula cannot match. To reclaim his throne, Dracula must do the unthinkable—ally with his greatest enemy. Enter Celeste, the White Alpha Queen, a ruler as feared as she is powerful. Bound by a fragile truce, they form a dangerous pact to overthrow Lucius, but hidden agendas and dark secrets threaten to tear their alliance apart. With enemies closing in and an ancient war reigniting, Dracula and Celeste must decide: can they trust each other, or will their own ambitions destroy them first? Power. Betrayal. Desire. In a city where the lines between love and war are blurred, only one ruler will survive.

The King of Galbore made a promise that the hero who ends the worst war of the century will marry his daughter. He did not expect that the hero will be Prince Cassian from a foreign kingdom which he never got along with. Trying to keep the promise to upkeep his reputation, he lets the prince marry the child from his first marriage instead of his gem. What the king did not realise was that the prince knew of his scheme and he intentionally went ahead with the marriage with the forsaken princess. Moreover, Cassian has an unexpected history with Princess Isabelle. But she does not seem to remember him… Isabelle posed as her sister Adeline during the wedding and thereafter, hoping to save her father and kingdom she learns how to be a princess she should be, facing the challenges along the way and many heartbreaks.

Betrayed. Abducted. Bound by Vengeance. Angel thought turning twenty would mean freedom—escaping the gilded cage her father built around her. But on the night of her birthday, she lost everything. Taken by Leoric, the man who had spent years plotting his revenge, she was meant to be nothing more than a pawn—a sacrifice to break her father’s pride. But fate had other plans. A mysterious vortex pulls them into a deadly new world—a land ruled by darkness, where power belongs to the strong and escape is impossible. The only way back? A tribute to the supreme ruler: a virgin bride. With danger closing in and an unbreakable bond forming between captor and captive, Angel and Leoric must face an impossible choice. In a world where innocence is currency and survival demands sacrifice, will revenge still be enough? Or will they become each other’s salvation?

Alana, a kind-hearted werewolf from the Moon Pack, stumbled across an unconscious stranger in the river and rushed to his aid, she nursed him back to health despite the pack's strict rules against harboring outsiders. However, Alana soon regrets her choice as the stranger awakens and wreaks havoc upon her pack taking total control over the pack, leaving Alana filled with hatred and an unwavering desire for revenge. The story takes another turn as Alana is forced into an unwanted marriage by him, the same man who killed everyone she held dear, torn with loss and grief, Alana vows to wreak vengeance on him and make him pay for all the pain he caused. Little did she know that the moon Goddess had other plans as her little plan for revenge would open her up to a new world of passion, emotions, restitutions, desire, and secrets. After all, fate always had a tricky way of doing things.

Agatha made a vow on her mother’s deathbed—she would never marry. After witnessing the heartbreak and suffering love brought her mother, she swore to never walk the same path. But fate had other plans. Tricked by her father and aunt, she unknowingly signed a marriage contract. The shocking truth hit her like a storm when she was introduced at the world’s most prestigious fundraising gala as Mrs. Christian Stone—the wife of the infamous, ruthless billionaire known as The Beast. At first, Agatha believed it was a terrible mistake. Then reality set in. Every attempt to escape ended in failure, leaving her with no choice but to stay. But if she had to be trapped in this marriage, she would make her husband’s life a living hell. Yet, as time passed, she uncovered a side of Christian that no one else saw—a broken man, scarred by a painful past, yearning for love yet too damaged to embrace it. The ruthless billionaire who struck fear in others found solace in her. And against all odds, Agatha found herself falling for the man she once despised. Just when happiness seemed within reach, a dark secret from Christian’s past shatters their fragile love. Devastated, Agatha is ready to walk away for good. But then, his desperate plea stops her. "You can’t leave me, Agatha. My world will crumble without you. You made me love you, and now you want to leave? For the sake of our unborn child, please… stay." For the first time, she sees the mighty Christian Stone beg. Now, standing at the crossroads of love and freedom, Agatha must make a choice. Will she walk away and reclaim the life she always wanted? Or will she stay and fight for the man who has finally captured her heart?

In a world where magic and mortal realms intertwine, Alara, a talented but reclusive young witch, finds herself trapped in a dangerous bargain. To prevent a war between her people (Humans) and the powerful Fae kingdom of the Night Court, she is promised as a bride to Lord Kael, the enigmatic and feared ruler of the court. But the almighty king has a curse, whoever he touches will succumb to death. Will Alara be able to break the curse with her enchanted magic and survive a death sentence?

According to myths, two people were connected by the red thread of fate. They were destined to meet regardless of time, place and circumstances. They say the Gods tied an invisible red string around the little finger of those who were soulmates and will one day marry each other. The thread may be stretched, twisted or knotted but it will never be broken. *********************************************** Death. A word that terrifies humans. The absence of life, an inevitable universal process that occurs in all living things. For Crystal Myers, his death was just around the corner. She was diagnosed with a congenital heart disease when she was a kid. Although her family was wealthy, the doctors said it cannot be cured even with surgery. Although she was a weird university graduate who had a doctorate degree in mythological studies and was obsessed with beliefs, legends, and unworldly beings, she just wanted to live her life to the fullest and was just waiting for her death. But everything changed when she met Dr. Allistair Cohen, a renowned Cardiothoracic Surgeon. He promised to cure her and that she could live a normal life again but in exchange, she had to marry him. She was hesitant, of course. But a new life with a stranger wasn't a bad idea to move on from Brad. EXCERPT: “Why am I still alive? And where am I?” “You’re in my house.” It was a man's voice, but because of the darkness invading the room, she couldn’t see who it was. “I died. My heart stopped beating. How am I alive?” She asked again. “I saved you. It was forbidden, but I had to.” The shadow shown by the moonlight confirmed that the voice was coming from the couch just a few steps away from the bed. “You saved me? How?” The figure stood up and slowly walked toward the light. Her eyes bawled seeing a hooded black skeleton holding a scythe in front of her. “Y-You’re the grim reaper!” She exclaimed. “So you know about me. I am Erebus, son of the Goddess of Death Mist, Achlys. I am here to collect your soul.” She thought it was just a dream, but looking at her husband, she realized that he was not just a regular doctor. Could she continue her life with the man who had a dark secret? Could she control her heart every time he touched her? Would she continue being his wife if she found out that she was being deceived? ************************************* Book cover is not mine. Credit to the rightful owner.

Thania never expected that her simple act of helping an old man by the roadside would change her entire life. The man, who turned out to be a successful businessman, felt indebted to her and offered her a job. Without much thought, Thania accepted the offer, believing it was a great opportunity to improve her life. However, to her surprise, the job was far from ordinary. The man also asked her to replace his runaway daughter-in-law on the day of her wedding to his son, Gibran. In a desperate situation with no other options, Thania found herself trapped in a marriage that was not only unfamiliar but also cold and full of pain. Gibran, the man who was now her husband, did not welcome her warmly. To him, this marriage was merely an agreement to protect his family’s reputation. He could not accept Thania as his wife, let alone love her. Every day felt like a test, with Gibran constantly treating her with coldness and indifference, as if to remind her that she was just a replacement, not a choice. On one hand, Thania tried to endure, to understand the man, and to find a way to make this marriage more than just a formality. But the closer she tried to get, the more Gibran pushed her away. The continuous rejection and pain wore her down, leaving her with one lingering question—should she stay and fight or walk away from it all? What Thania didn’t realize was that behind Gibran’s cold demeanor lay a deep secret. A past that still haunted him, a reason why he couldn’t easily let another woman into his life. And when that secret finally came to light, would Thania still have the strength to stay? Or was it time for her to leave for good?