When Duty And Desire Meet

Ethan Brooks, a confident and athletic young man, finds his world turned upside down when a leg injury forces him to put aside his sports dreams. To aid his recovery, he reluctantly agrees to become a model for an art class an unfamiliar and vulnerable role that brings him face-to-face with Daniel Hart, the reserved and enigmatic art lecturer. Daniel is a man who guards his personal life carefully and has never dated a student before. But Ethan’s presence unsettles him in ways he never expected. As the sessions progress, Ethan feels a confusing attraction to Daniel a man unlike anyone he’s ever known. Meanwhile, Daniel wrestles with the scars of past relationships where he was taken for granted, making it hard to trust again. Their journey is far from easy. Between hidden desires, emotional walls, and the challenges of self-discovery, Ethan and Daniel must navigate a complicated path toward understanding what love really means. It’s a story of tentative steps, unexpected connection, and the courage to embrace the unknown.

A teen named Zach suddenly awakened into a higher plane where magic and danger of different kinds are abundant, as a curious kid and a good observer he navigates through the intricate world he stumbled upon to learn and understand how fantasy tells us more about our reality.

Noor Fatima, a soft-spoken and devout Muslim girl from the heart of Lahore, lives a quiet life filled with books, prayer, and dreams untouched by the world's cruelty. Her life is guided by faith, simplicity, and the warmth of a close-knit family that has sheltered her from danger and darkness. But everything changes when her path crosses with Leonardo De Luca—a ruthless Italian Mafia boss whose hands are stained with blood and sins too heavy to confess. Cold, feared, and merciless, Leonardo lives in a world where loyalty is bought, and love is weakness. He never believed in God, let alone redemption. Yet, when fate brings Noor into his world, he is disarmed by her innocence, her unwavering morals, and the purity in her gaze that sees past his violence. What begins as curiosity becomes obsession. What starts as protection becomes love—dangerous, forbidden, all-consuming love. As Noor is pulled deeper into the shadows of his empire, she must fight to hold onto her identity and her faith. And Leonardo? He must choose between the empire he built from blood and the light he never thought he deserved. But shadows never fade without a fight—and love, in their world, comes with a price.

Living as the fifth daughter of a noble family, Amira found herself adrift in the fog of her home, neglected and overlooked by those she once called her own. Her days were spent in the solitude of the attic, a hidden oasis away from the bustling world outside. However, when the tumult of war erupts and she is thrust into the role of a truce offering between two formidable nations, she grapples with the uncertainty of surviving in a new kingdom known for its icy demeanor and ruthless nature. Will she navigate this foreign terrain and carve out a new existence she never fathomed? (Excerpt) "Clean it," Zyran commanded. "Yes, your Highness," the servant acknowledged with a respectful bow, ready to fetch the cleaning supplies. "Not you," Zyran interjected, causing the servant to freeze in confusion. "Her," he added, nodding in the direction of Anastasia, whose eyes widened in disbelief. Anastasia blinked rapidly, trying to process the situation. "Pardon?" she asked. "Clean the mess on the floor," Zyran instructed. The crowd started murmuring and Anastasia shifted uncomfortably on her knees. "That's the servant's job, not mine. Why should I? I don't think I understand what you are trying to say Prince Zyran. My father will never approve of this," Anastasia began only to be abruptly cut off by Zyran. "Don't make me repeat myself. I'm sure you wouldn't like it if I interfered with your task," Zyran warned. Anastasia's lips trembled as she fought to hold back her words. She knew Zyran's reputation for being ruthless, and she didn't want to make her situation any worse than it already was. "Get me the cleaning supplies," she instructed the servant, who was prepared to follow her command until Zyran interjected. "No one will help you," he declared. Anastasia's chest heaved with anger as she locked eyes with Amira, who was standing behind Zyran. She rose to her knees, intending to fetch the cleaning supplies herself, but Zyran stopped her once again. "Where do you think you're going?" he demanded. "To bring the bucket," she replied with a hint of annoyance, but she quickly reminded herself to remain composed. "I never asked you to stand up," Zyran stated. "Then how am I supposed to clean the floor?" she inquired. "Use your dress," Zyran replied. The onlookers in the crowd were visibly shocked, exchanging bewildered glances and murmurs as they witnessed the unfolding scene. Anastasia's cheeks turned crimson with embarrassment.

"When fate brings together 23year-old Julienne Jenkins, a fierce, beautiful, and ambitious young lady, and a billionaire Roman Thompson 28 year old, a notorious, ruthless, smart and handsome CEO, their lives are forever changed. After A marriage of convenience sparks a whirlwind of emotions, secrets, and lies. Behind Roman's confident façade lies a dark past, one that has earned him the reputation as a woman-hater. His status as the "King of the Business World" has been built on his cunning, smart and ruthless tactics, but Julie's presence threatens to disrupt his carefully constructed empire. As Julie navigates her new reality and new identity, she must confront the darkness of her past and the uncertainty of her future. Will she be able to tame the heart of the king, or will Roman's secrets and lies tear them apart? Dive into the world of "Roman and Julienne's heart desire" to uncover a tale of love, heartbreak, and the true cost of secrets."

Plot Synopsis for Deadly When Desired My name is Rhea Morgan. Born into privilege, but hardened by betrayal, I was never meant to be soft. Behind the glossy gates of the Morgan dynasty lies a brutal truth, one that forced me to trade innocence for instinct. The story begins with my return to New York, summoned home after years in hiding, only to discover my father once feared, now murdered. His death wasn’t random. It was calculated. And all fingers point inward to the family, to the empire he built, and to the man who once promised to protect me. As I investigate the truth behind my father's death, I’m dragged into a dangerous power struggle between two brutal crime syndicates: the Morgans, whose name I bear, and the Valencis, led by the cold, enigmatic Silas Valenci. He is ruthless, intelligent, and worse, infuriatingly attractive. Our chemistry is deadly. Our history is darker. The development unfolds as I am forced into an uneasy alliance with Silas. But trust doesn’t come easy not when I’m also being hunted by someone inside my own bloodline. Layers of deception begin to unravel. I find secrets buried in walls, money laundered through charity, and lies woven into lullabies I was once sung as a child. Meanwhile, a second figure emerges Elias Kaine, my former flame turned federal agent, now assigned to destroy the very empire my family built. Torn between Silas' dangerous obsession and Elias’ wounded loyalty, I find myself at the center of a toxic triangle that could either save or destroy me. The climax reaches its peak when I uncover the real killer, someone I least expected. The betrayal cuts deep, forcing me to choose between vengeance and survival. A war ignites. Blood spills. I become the storm I was running from. The story doesn’t promise peace, but it demands transformation. Rhea is no longer the girl who fled. She is the woman who fights.

Fanny’s life is picture-perfect—she has the best job in the city, a cozy apartment, and no desire to complicate things with romance. But when she returns home for her grandmother’s 70th birthday, she’s blindsided to learn that her family’s estate has been sold to Jacob Hale, a reclusive billionaire known for his cold, exacting ways. Jacob is everything she’s sworn to avoid; aloof, impossibly wealthy, and rumored to have left a trail of broken hearts. But when an unexpected inheritance clause forces Fanny to spend the summer in close quarters with him, her neatly arranged life begins to unravel. As sparks ignite and old wounds resurface, Fanny must decide if she’s willing to risk her independence—and her heart—for a man who doesn’t believe in love. Because sometimes, fate doesn’t just play its hand, it reshuffles the entire deck.

They met online. They stayed up talking for hours. They never meant to fall in love. Lily is quiet and careful with her heart. Solace is everything she’s not — bold, distant, and just out of reach. But behind the screens and shy laughter, something begins to bloom. Slowly. Tenderly. Undeniably. When distance, timing, and life itself begin to pull them apart, both are left with a question neither can answer: Is love enough to hold on — or must some feelings be left to fate?

Subtitle: Where Love Broke Through Winter. Back Cover - Synopsis: Layla Clementine fled a marriage that turned her into a shadow. Stripped of her life, her art, and her voice, all she sought was to rebuild herself in silence. But winter wasn't over yet. One night, at the edge of a forest and under the blood of twilight, she crossed paths with a tall, bloodstained duke. A man of ice and storms, shaped by cruelty and silence. He never sought redemption. And she no longer believed in miracles. And yet, fate had a story in store for them, written in thorns, ink, and scars, then the dawn's rising that would bind their love together. As the past strikes again, and two men-one sweet as a disguised poison, the other cruel and obsessed in wanting to posses her-threatening to tear her new world away... Layla must decide: ¿How far is it worth loving a beast waiting for a heart that seeks to blossom, when you are learning to become human again and move beyond your past?

The book uncovers the love of a princess of India and a trained assassin of Washington. K is assigned to kill the princess on the line of crown on her tour for the Washington palace. now, to get closer to her he is assigned himself as her bodyguard. Will k able to kill his Target or it would be a turning point for him?

When shy photographer Alina Rivers crosses paths with Damian Thorne — a commanding billionaire with a taste for control — her quiet world erupts into one of dark temptation. Drawn by his power and unable to resist his whispered promises, Alina surrenders to desires she never knew she had. But as pleasure turns to something dangerously close to love, she must decide if giving Damian everything — body, heart, and soul — is worth the risk.

Wish's life has never been easy. Since childhood, survival has been his only constant. Growing up on the ruthless streets of Midas, he learned to be resourceful and untrustworthy. These skills led him to Desire, the city's most exclusive club, where he became the most sought-after sex worker. Behind the allure, Wish was always calculating, always planning. Now he's in more danger than ever. Hunted by government officials and corporate conglomerates, Wish is a target in a city where escape seems impossible. The high walls of Midas offer no refuge, only an endless maze of danger and deception. But Wish thrives on adversity. He knows the only way out is through. Using every skill he's ever honed, he must navigate the web of secrets that bind Midas. As his enemies close in, Wish relies on his wits and charm to uncover truths that could dismantle the system that hunts him. In a city with no escape, Wish must turn the tables and become the hunter instead of the hunted. The stakes have never been higher, but for Wish, danger is just another part of the dance.

For seventeen years, Wei Chen has been the Wei Clan's greatest shame—a sickly heir unable to cultivate even the most basic qi, branded as worthless in a world where strength determines everything. While his twin sister Wei Lin battles alongside mercenaries to prepare for inheriting his birthright, and his younger brother shows promising talent, Wei Chen remains bedridden, slowly dying from mysterious internal conflicts that no physician can cure. But on the night before his eighteenth birthday, ancient forces stir across dimensions. A ring of crystallized void tears through reality itself, carrying the remnant souls of two legendary beings: the Desire Emperor and the Heavenly Diviner. Wei Chen discovers the shocking truth—he possesses not one, but two divine-grade bloodlines that have been warring within him since birth: an ancient incubus heritage and the legendary Celestial Nine Yang Body. As the ring fuses with his flesh, Wei Chen undergoes a transformation that defies comprehension. His broken body is reforged, his blocked meridians cleared, and his cultivation rockets to Foundation Establishment realm. Most shocking of all, testing reveals spiritual roots of High Heaven Rank—a grade so exceptional it borders on mythology. Yet powerful concealment formations hide the true magnitude of his awakening from the outside world. As his battle-hardened sister returns home expecting to claim his inheritance, and the major forces of Crimson Jade City prepare for what they believe will be another failed ceremony, Wei Chen must navigate a treacherous new existence where his greatest enemies may be those closest to him. The sickly young master is dead. What emerges in his place will shake the cultivation world to its very foundations.

Crown Prince Clover always felt like he was living under the watchful eye of everyone around him, constantly judging him. Besides Mia. Mia Rooney and Clover Clarke grew up together and they eventually fell deeply in love, the only issue? She's the castle maid. Clover promises that he'll go through hell and high waters for her and that'll be tested when his parents arrange for him to wed Princess Evangeline to whom everyone refers to as ‘The Ice Princess’. When secrets are revealed, loyalty tested and unexpected betrayals happen, will Clover still choose her? Or will he choose the Princess he has come to know?

Velmore's your murder happy dysfunctional family set in a world where monsters and other nightmarish creatures exist to be fought by heroes. This is just a side quest TBH. My main works will be Ragnar's journey

In a world where magic and technology once coexisted in harmony, peace reigned for centuries. But as time passed, magic became a tool for selfish ambition and destruction. Following devastating wars, new and unknown entities began invading our world through mysterious Gates—rifts that humanity could neither understand nor control. These cataclysmic events fractured what was once a unified global order. Humanity split into four distinct factions: > The Royalty-Nobility Faction seeks to preserve power and tradition. > The Military Faction, dedicated to security but increasingly authoritarian. > The Freedom Faction, standing for individual rights and a future free of oppression. > The Neutral Faction, protectors of knowledge and guardians of balance. Alliances formed, and tensions rose. The Royalty and Military factions joined forces to consolidate authority and suppress opposition. In response, the Freedom and Neutral factions forged a peace pact, focusing on protecting the next generation and creating associations to resist control. Standing beside the Freedom Faction, the Church has long served as a beacon of hope and faith. This is the story of a young, ordinary boy—blessed with uncommon luck—who will rise to become one of Humanity’s Guardians. His name is Accel. -Enjoy Reading-

In a fractured world where ancient power and political bloodlines rule, Liora an orphaned warrior with a mysterious past has spent her life hiding from the prophecy that marks her as both a savior and a weapon. But everything changes the night she crosses paths with Selene, a cunning heir to the High Order, veiled in secrets and magic of her own. Bound by a destiny neither asked for, their connection sparks more than rebellion it ignites desire. As kingdoms collide, forbidden truths unravel, and war brews between the old gods and the rising chaos, Liora and Selene must decide: will they destroy each other, or remake the world together? Power, betrayal, and slow-burning passion clash in this sapphic tale of fate and firewhere love might be the most dangerous magic of all.

Claire had only one goal: to save her ailing adoptive mother, even if it meant agreeing to a dangerous deal. Forced into a contract marriage with Leon Yu—a cold and unyielding CEO—her mission was clear: make him fall in love, betray him, and walk away with his company’s secrets.But plans have a way of unravelingAs she got to know him, she realised that Leon wasn’t the heartless man she expected, and as her duty blurred into desire, she fell for him—hard. Yet when the weight of her deception became too much, and it was time to leave she left him with nothing but a letter and a shattered heart.Three years later, their paths cross again. Leon, now fueled by vengeance, drags Claire back into his life. But he doesn’t know the whole truth. Hidden in her past is a secret—a child born of their union.As love battles with betrayal and duty collides with desire, can they rebuild what was broken, or will the deceit that binds them destroy them forever?A tale of passion, redemption, and the thin line between love and lies. FYI; This is going to be a slow burn romance, so enjoy

~If I got a second chance I'd not be repeating the blunder again~

Stuck between the pull of duty and selfishness, a man stands at the edge of the world. But he does not stand alone. At his side stands the Light Born from Dread, a Princess forsaken by Royalty, the Monster given Rationality, Grit, and and unbreakable desire to flip the world on it's head. In a world of horror and black, can this orphan rise above the challenges he will face? In a world of joy and tears, can he break the cycle carved in stone? Only time will tell, and even then she is an unreliable mistress.

A cursed Alpha. A girl with no past. Their bond could save or destroy the werewolf world forever.

He trod beneath a sky where seldom the sun glinted in on a day when it was bright, while walking in the shadow that memory cast but not the light itself: Reymond Steiner. He was 10 years old when his brother was eaten by something with no name, no form, no pity. He had been called mad by everyone, saying there was never such a creature and condemned by his own blood. Locked in a "fix-it" facility designed for that which is beyond comprehension. His parents could barely margin their grief and shame; they soon disappeared into death, leaving Reymond really alone. But, within these cold walls, he did not break; instead, he transformed into another kind of being. Silent, Patient, and Sharpened. As they opened the gates, a woman in black stood waiting for him, her face concealed, her voice soft as wind on a grave. She does not bring solace. She offers purpose. And there is an affiliation: an order hidden in plain sight. They hunt what the world denies. They track the Unknown. Reymond joins them, motivated by vengeance and a voice whispering in his ear: "It still watches you." In a world drenched in shadow, Reymond would rise through blood and bone, through secrets and screams, until he stood before the thing that stole his past—and threatened to end his future. The Unknown is real. And it

She wanted him. Not for love. Not for his soul. But for complete control.

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

" Rule number one,you only talk when I ask you to, and scream... when I make you to.... get it? " Min-soo smiled devishly as he kept a cold gaze on her Ji-Hyun,a young woman finds herself forced into a marriage with a man she has never met,so that she will help build her late father's business with the help of the Lin's family. As she steps into her new life faced with harsh reality of her situation .Her husband,Min Soo, seems to be hiding secrets beyond his polished facade. As the nights wear off, Ji-Hyun must navigate the treacherous waters of her new marriage, confronting the darkness of her own past, and the mysteries of her husband's true intention.Will she find a way to escape and glide cage of her marriage? or will she learn to love him? "BOND OF DUTY" is a gripping tale of love, loyalty and deception, exploring the complexities of arranged marriage and the secret that lie within the surface of wealth and privilege.

Yejun, a rebellious teen with a messy home life, never cared about anything until one day while skipping basketball practice he hid in the school bathroom and found himself face-to-face with Doyun, the heir of a powerful magic family.(which he didnt know yet btw) But something was off. Doyun looked shocked, muttered something under his breath, and bolted out of the room. From that moment strange things started happening. And by the time night fell, Yejun found himself yanked out of the normal world teleported straight into a realm of magic. Soon having to go to a magic school.

********** "I dare you..... Say you don't love me" Blake says with his hands still Pinning Michelle to the bed. His voice sounding so dark and cloudy. "I don't like ....." before she could finish, his head had gone down to her treasure, behind her legs making her wince in pleasure. It was a sweet torture, she raised up her head to the heavens wanting more. Blake lifts his head up and stares at her, she looked so miserable and wanted more. "go on? Say you love me...... Say you want me" Blake whispered close to her ear. "We shouldn't be doing this" "Mmmm, uhhhh" she moaned again *********** Blake and Jasmine's Relationship starts getting serious and intimate untill MICHELLE moves in and things get complicated.