Sophia Noire

Sophia Thompson, a successful businesswoman, is faced with an unexpected ultimatum from her father: get married within six months, or risk losing control of the family business. Desperate to prove herself, Sophia sets out to find a husband, but her plans are soon derailed when she meets Max,

August Clementine was once Reacher, a wealthy and thrill-seeking businessman who had everything but satisfaction in life. After a fatal adventure, Reacher awakens on a parallel Earth, in the body of the destitute and troubled 19-year-old August Clementine. With his new identity, August finds himself burdened with debt and responsible for his beloved younger sister, Sophia. Desperate to change their fate, August immerses himself in Enders Light, a cutting-edge VRMMORPG that blurs the line between virtual and reality. In this fantastical game world, players can bring specific items that meet certain requirements into the real world and even gain a fraction of their in-game abilities and strength. Stuck at level 12 and unable to progress past his starting village due to a rare armor shortage, August must rely on his wits and determination. A breakthrough comes when he retrieves a mystical purification stone from a river teeming with magical aqua beasts and uses it to cleanse an ancient, corrupted altar. His reward includes the legendary Fruit of Corruption, a priceless item with the potential to grant supernatural abilities in the real world. Caught between the allure of selling the fruit for financial security and the temptation of gaining extraordinary powers, August must make a choice that will define his and Sophia’s future... "What? I gained the ability to extract any item from the game into the real world without restrictions?"

Meet Ronan Ashbourne, the hot-headed future Alpha of the Ironclaw pack. He can’t control his explosive temper, nor does he want to. But when their rivals show up and try to ruin everything, Ronan goes all out and unleashes his full power to make sure they come out on top. Amidst the chaos, Sophia Rain from Bloodmoon pack struggles with her own insecurities and fears while caught in the crossfire. As Ronan’s path crosses with Sophia’s, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to her despite his usual disdain for attachments. Meanwhile, at home, Ronan’s brother Matthew senses a strange connection brewing that could change everything. Could it be that she is both of their destined mate?

Dans un monde fantastique où les artistes martiaux peuvent fendre des montagnes et des ruisseaux d'un geste de la main et briser des rivières d'un coup de pied, il existe un petit restaurant comme celui-ci. Le restaurant n'est pas grand, mais c'est un lieu où d'innombrables existences de pointe se précipitent. Là, vous pouvez goûter du riz sauté aux oeufs faits à partir d'oeufs de phénix et de riz au sang de dragon. Là, vous pouvez boire du vin fort brassé à partir de fruits vermillon et de l'eau de la fontaine de la vie. Là, vous pouvez déguster la viande grillée d'une bête suprême de neuvième grade saupoudrée de poivre noir. Quoi ? Vous voulez enlever le chef ? Ce n'est pas possible, car il y a une bête divine de dixième grade, le Cerbère, allongé à l'entrée. Oh, ce chef a aussi un assistant robotique qui a tué un être suprême de neuvième grade d'une seule main et un groupe de femmes folles dont les estomacs ont été conquis. --------- Sortie : Lun, Jeu, Ven, et Week-ends

“Get away from me,” I mutter, clenching my teeth in anger and pain. “Hmm?” Sophia rolled me onto my back so she could see my face. “Get away from me!” The first few words were quiet, growing louder and louder until I knew I was yelling. I got to my feet, my hands clenching into fists. I felt a stinging pain all over my body as something seemed to grow out of my back. I couldn’t even control myself at this point. I charged at Sophia and pinned her against the lockers. Her eyes looked at something behind me in horror as a dark shadow spread over her face.

Ayant passé son enfance enchaînée, Alice était une enfant qui ne connaissait ni l'amour ni la joie. Méprisée par sa famille tout en étant torturée au nom du bien commun pendant des années, elle s'était engourdie à toute sensation et pensée. Jusqu'au jour où un homme en noir lui offrit une chance de s'évader. Il y avait autrefois des rumeurs répandues sur un enfer sans fin, une terre de mort glorieuse et d'opportunités terribles. Les fous partaient à sa recherche, et les intelligents ne s'y aventuraient jamais. Ce n’est que lorsque ses mystères funestes se répandirent sur la terre que tous entendirent son nom — l'Abysse. Une seule goutte de son sang pouvait donner à quelqu'un le pouvoir de contrôler les ombres, de se déplacer plus vite que le son, ou une force supérieure à celle de l'homme le plus fort. Pourtant, tout cela avait un coût ; le sang s'assurait toujours que ceux qui le consommaient devenaient partie de l'Abysse, à une exception près — Alice. Rejetée par son propre sang, c'était son destin de pourrir dans une cage dorée. Mais ce jour fatidique changea tout. Dotée d'une seconde chance dans la vie, une chance de tout recommencer et de réclamer vengeance contre sa famille, une chance de plonger profondément dans l'Abysse et d'acquérir le pouvoir de gouverner son propre sort, Alice prit sa main, ignorant le destin qui se déroulait devant elle. Discord : https://discord.gg/vrdTSkj8Va Notes de l’auteur : Ceci est mon troisième livre, je vais mettre à profit ce que j'ai appris auparavant pour m'améliorer. Ce livre se concentrera sur l'intrigue, l'action, la profondeur des liens entre les personnages et adoptera un ton plus sombre dans ce monde de fantasy cruel que j'ai imaginé pour ce livre ! Si vous décidez de donner une chance à ce livre, j'espère que vous apprécierez ! Une expérience et un ton très différents de Nanomancer Reborn.

Lucinda Perry, une recluse sociale et une travailleuse acharnée, fait le serment de se lancer à fond pour son vingt-cinquième anniversaire et d'avoir même une aventure d'un soir si elle obtient la promotion qu'elle mérite depuis longtemps au travail. Quelques jours avant son vingt-cinquième anniversaire, elle est promue à un poste plus élevé, jusqu'au siège social dans une autre ville. Devant passer la nuit de son anniversaire dans une nouvelle ville, elle se rend au club où elle rencontre un très bel étranger, Thomas Hank, qui propose d'être son aventure d'un soir après avoir aperçu sa liste de défis à relever, qui incluait d'avoir une aventure d'un soir. Thomas Hank, après avoir été utilisé par plusieurs dames dans le passé, est résolu à obtenir la dame de ses rêves qui l'aimerait pour ce qu'il est et non pour sa richesse. Alors quand il rencontre la mignonne et naïve Lucinda Perry au club, il décide de cacher sa véritable identité et de découvrir si elle vaut la peine d'être gardée. ***Extrait*** Qu'est-ce qui est plus divertissant qu'un personnage secondaire fou ? Dites bonjour à Sonia et Bryan. Le cœur de Sonia s’arrêta de battre pendant une seconde, puis différentes pensées commencèrent à se bousculer dans sa tête à ce même moment. Bryan Hank ? Son coup de cœur de célébrité était à genoux devant elle et lui demandait de devenir sa femme ? Se trompait-il de personne ? Était-il possible que ce soit une mise en scène, ou peut-être s'agissait-il d'une de ces farces de célébrité et qu'il y avait des caméras autour, prêtes à la filmer en train de faire l'imbécile ? Ou peut-être rêvait-elle ? Sonia se le demandait en regardant autour d'elle, mais tout ce qu'elle voyait n'était que des spectateurs curieux. "S'il te plaît ! Sois ma femme et fais de moi l'homme le plus heureux de la Terre," Dit-il d'une voix très forte qui attira l'attention de tout le monde. Son éditeur, qu'elle attendait depuis plus d'une heure parce qu'il essayait de conclure un accord avec un producteur de cinéma intéressé par l'une de ses histoires, apparut à ce moment-là, "Sonia, tu connais Bryan Hank ?" demanda son éditeur avec une véritable surprise en regardant la scène devant lui. On aurait dit qu'une heure s'était écoulée depuis que Bryan s'était mis à genoux, mais cela ne faisait qu'une minute. Bryan savait qu'aucune dame ne serait assez folle pour accepter une proposition aussi folle, et même si l'une d'entre elles l'était, la payer et annuler le tout serait facile puisque tout ce qu'il voulait était le scandale qui pourrait en découler. Les gros titres seraient soit sur sa proposition de mariage refusée, soit sur son faux engagement, ce qui serait suffisant pour libérer Sophia de la situation. "Oui !" répondit Sonia en hochant la tête avec enthousiasme et en tendant le doigt pour qu'il lui enfile l'anneau. "Oui ?" demanda Bryan, confus en entendant sa réponse. "Oui ! Je serai ta femme et je te rendrai l'homme le plus heureux du monde !" répondit Sonia en riant et en remuant les doigts jusqu'à ce que Bryan glisse l'anneau sur son doigt. Etonnamment, la bague était exactement de sa taille et elle s'ajustait parfaitement à son doigt comme si elle avait été faite juste pour elle. Les applaudissements éclatèrent tout autour d'eux alors que Sonia se levait avec un grand sourire sur le visage et embrassait Bryan avant de l'embrasser directement sur les lèvres. Bryan fut légèrement pris au dépourvu par son audace, mais se reprit rapidement puisque c'était son jeu et qu'il devait jouer le jeu. Après tout, c'est lui qui avait approché Sonia en premier. Alors, quand elle essaya de rompre le baiser, il lui tint le menton et mordilla doucement sa lèvre inférieure avant de séparer ses lèvres avec sa langue et de la suçoter d'une manière taquine, provoquant un gémissement chez Sonia. Sonia se sentait étourdie. C'était trop beau pour être vrai. Ce devait être un rêve. Comment pourrait-elle expliquer qu'un instant, elle était assise dans le hall d'un hôtel en attendant son éditeur, et l'instant d'après, elle était fiancée à son coup de cœur de célébrité et l'embrassait ici même en public ? (PS : Photo m'appartient. Art par @imagineTishaD)

Raze Cromwell était quelqu'un qui avait souffert toute sa vie. Une éducation cruelle qui avait rendu sa nature amère. Pour survivre, il fit tout ce qu'il pouvait, ce qui finit par lui valoir le nom de Mage Noir. Un titre qui n'était donné qu'aux tout meilleurs mages. « Tout dans ce monde m'a été pris, alors je prendrai tout du monde. » Les cinq Suprêmes Mages se réunirent pour éliminer le grand Raze, sur ses derniers retranchements, le Mage Noir avait encore un tour dans sa manche. Activant un sort interdit, il se retrouva à vivre dans un autre monde, un monde rempli d'artistes martiaux. Un monde où l'on pouvait détruire des sommets de montagnes avec leur poing, mais la Magie existait toujours dans ce nouveau monde, et il était le seul à le savoir. **** Note : Raze Cromwell est un personnage qui apparaît brièvement dans Mon système vampire. (Pour 2 chapitres) Il n'est pas nécessaire de lire Mon système vampire. Puisque cette histoire est basée sur Raze avant qu'il ne devienne ce qu'il était dans le système vampire. Instagram : JKSManga Discord : jksmanga https://discord.gg/jksmanga

To save her father’s legacy, Sophia Hart signs a contract with ruthless billionaire Alexander Maddox — she’ll be his fiancée, and he’ll rescue her family’s business. Will she survive the contract, or lose her heart to the man who doesn’t believe in love?

Sophia arrives at Excel College, feeling nervous and out of place. She encounters Riya and her clique, who immediately try to intimidate her.Sophia is bullied by Riya's group. Riya, surprisingly, intervenes, forming an unexpected bond with Sophia.Sophia trips and is about to fall. James, seeing the danger, rescues her, instantly becoming the talk of the college.Riya, despite her initial denial, becomes increasingly jealous of the attention Sophia receives from James.Sophia insists to Riya that she has no feelings for James. However, as James showers her with attention, Sophia finds herself inexplicably drawn to him.Riya and James are paired for a dance competition. Riya's frustration with James's inexperience leads to a public argument, further straining their relationship and humiliating Riya.Sophia tries to mend fences between Riya and James, but the damage is done. Riya withdraws from Sophia, hurt and betrayed. Sophia and James, after a series of meaningful encounters, confess their feelings for each other.Sophia grapples with the guilt of keeping her relationship with James a secret from Riya.Sophia eventually confides in Riya about her feelings for James. Riya, initially hurt, eventually accepts their relationship, understanding that true friendship means supporting those you love, even when it's difficult.Sophia and James begin a relationship, facing the challenges of navigating college life, maintaining their friendship with Riya, and overcoming the lingering effects of the past.

O luxuoso Baile de Máscaras era o evento mais esperado por Park Soo Jin, uma jovem ambiciosa, que para realizar seus desejos tinha como peça fundamental, Sophia, que apesar de se sentir deslocada, aceita acompanhá-la a festa. No entanto, a noite dá uma reviravolta inesperada quando Sophia passa mal e, acidentalmente, entra no quarto errado, onde acaba por ter um encontro inesquecível com um desconhecido. Quando Sophia começa seu tão sonhado emprego em uma prestigiada empresa, descobre que o homem daquela noite, nada mais é que, Kim Jae Hyun, o imponente e reservado CEO da empresa onde acaba de ser contratada. Agora, como sua nova assistente, Sophia deve fingir que nada aconteceu, mas até quando conseguirá esconder seu segredo? — “Assistente do CEO” é uma comédia romântica repleta de encontros acidentais, segredos e a complicada dança entre desejo e profissionalismo. Entre risos e suspiros, esta história explora o que acontece quando o destino decide brincar com nossos planos.

When the past resurfaces, will love conquer all? Joi's life was already complicated—caught in a contract engagement with Adrian, a man whose coldness has made her wonder if she'll ever break through his icy exterior. But after their second kiss, feelings she never expected to surface begin to creep in. Just when she thought things might change, a new twist emerges. Sophia, the woman from Adrian's past—the one he's never stopped searching for—returns, turning Joi's world upside down. Adrian’s reaction is cold, but the moment he lays eyes on Sophia, everything changes. Passion, unspoken history, and raw emotion flood the room, leaving Joi questioning her place in Adrian’s life. But Sophia’s return isn’t the only storm on the horizon. Shane, a man who has never hidden his attraction to Joi, now has his sights set on winning her heart. Will his persistence tear apart the fragile connection she’s started to build with Adrian? As Joi’s heart battles between love and heartbreak, a much darker truth about her past threatens to surface. Abandoned by both parents and forced to hide her true identity, Joi has learned to fight alone. But now, with Debbie scheming to ruin Joi’s relationship and her past lurking around every corner, will Joi find peace—or will the shadows of her history claim her future?

A kidnapping shattered Sophia Diaz's innocence; the wealthy heiress who once dreamed of becoming a pastry chef never imagined she would fall into the hands of a demon who would change her world forever. Capone, who grew up amidst life-and-death shootouts, considered love a luxury and a joke. She was a toy for his amusement and a tool for his revenge, yet she unleashed a storm of bloodshed throughout his Mafia empire. With a simple deal, she finally won her freedom, believing their paths would never cross again. But he reappeared like a ghost, crashing her wedding, tearing her dress to shreds and destroying everything. Separated by gratitude, resentment and deep-seated enmity, he watched her disappear into the vast sea with his own eyes...

In the future era of highly developed technology, Dominic Valto, the world's richest man and a domineering president with multiple identities, has developed a revolutionary artificial intelligence - EVE, which can not only predict human behavior, but also manipulate emotions and social order. However, the secrets of EVE are far more than that. It hides a truth that can subvert the world. Sophia Lane is an independent genius hacker. She accidentally cracked part of EVE's algorithm, but was involved in Dominic's dangerous world. Dominic initially thought Sophia was just an insignificant little character, but gradually discovered that her ability and persistence far exceeded his imagination. From confronting each other to jointly uncovering the secrets of artificial intelligence, the two gradually fell into an uncontrollable entanglement of emotions and fate. In this interweaving of science fiction, business wars, power struggles and emotions, as EVE continues to evolve, the truth comes to light: EVE's ultimate goal is to surpass humans themselves. The two protagonists must find their own answers in the choice between love and hate, life and death.

Sophia's life has been nothing more than a loving hell for as long as she can remember. Born into a noble family but kidnapped and sold to the human farms ever since she was a child, pain and suffering are all she has ever known. She escapes the kidnappers momentarily and manages to run into Alexander Sabastine, the young billionaire heir to Sabastine’s fortune. Will he be able to rescue her from this misery and give her the love and happiness she seeks

Lucinda Perry, a social recluse and a workaholic, makes a pledge to herself to go all wild on her twenty-fifth birthday and even score a one night stand if she gets her long deserved promotion at work. Few days to her twenty-fifth birthday, she gets promoted to not just a higher position but to the head office in a different city. Having to spend her birthday night in a new city, she goes to the club where she meets a very handsome stranger, Thomas Hank, who offers to be her one night stand after catching a glimpse of her dare-to-do list, which included having a one night stand. Thomas Hank, after having been used by several ladies in the past, is bent on getting the lady of his dreams who would love him for himself and not his wealth. So when he meets the cute and naive Lucinda Perry at the club, he decides to keep his true identity from her and find out if she was worth keeping. ***Excerpt*** What is more entertaining than a crazy side character? Say hello to Sonia and Bryan. Sonia's heart stopped beating for a second, and then different thoughts started flying right through her head at that same time. Bryan Hank? Her celebrity crush was kneeling right in front of her and asking her to be his wife? Was he mistaking her for someone? Was it possible this was a skit, or maybe this was like one of those celebrity pranks, and there were cameras around, waiting to capture her make a fool of herself? Or perhaps she was dreaming? Sonia wondered as she looked around them, but all she saw were curious onlookers. "Please! Be my wife and make me the happiest man on Earth," He said in a very loud voice that caught the attention of everyone. Her editor who she had been waiting on for over an hour because he was trying to sign a deal with a movie producer who was interested in one of her stories, showed up at that moment, "Sonia, you know Bryan Hank?" Her editor asked in genuine surprise as he watched the scene before him. It seemed like an hour had passed since Bryan went on his knees, but it had only been a minute. Bryan knew no lady would be crazy enough to accept such a crazy proposal, and even if any were, paying her off and calling off the whole thing would be easy since all he wanted was the scandal that could come from this. The headlines were either going to be about his rejected Marriage proposal or his supposed engagement, which would be enough to let Sophia off the hook. "Yes!" Sonia said as she bobbed her head excitedly and extended her finger for him to wear her the ring. "Yes?" Bryan asked in confusion when he heard her response. "Yes! I will be your wife and make you the happiest man in the world!" Sonia said with a giggle and wiggled her fingers until Bryan slid the ring down her finger. Surprisingly the ring was her exact size, and it sat on her finger like it was made just for her. The sound of applause erupted all around them as Sonia stood up with a big smile on her face and embraced Bryan before kissing him right on the lips. Bryan was slightly taken aback by her boldness but quickly recovered since this was his game, and he had to play along. He was the one who had approached her first, after all. So when she tried to break the kiss, he held her chin and slowly nibbled on her lower lip before parting her lips with his tongue and sucked on it in a teasing manner, eliciting a moan from Sonia. Sonia felt light-headed. This was too good to be true. It just had to be a dream. How else could she explain that one moment she was seated at the lobby of a hotel waiting for her editor, and the next she was engaged to her celebrity crush and was kissing him right here in the open? (PS: Photo belongs to me. Art by @imagineTishaD)

Where the Heart Lingers Adrian Kane had long left the small town of Willow Creek, chasing dreams in the bustling city and distancing himself from the life he once knew. But when his father passes away, Adrian is drawn back to the place he tried to forget, to the house filled with memories and the woman he once loved—Sophia Harris. Sophia, now a successful entrepreneur in her own right, is not the same woman Adrian left behind. The years apart have forged a distance between them, a distance laced with pain, regret, and unanswered questions. As Adrian steps back into the life he abandoned, he must confront the mistakes he made, the reasons he left, and the love he walked away from. In the quiet of Willow Creek, Adrian begins to repair the shattered pieces of his past, seeking not only forgiveness but a way forward. As he works to fix his father’s house, he finds himself caught between the memories of the life he could have had and the reality of the woman who might still hold his heart. But can Adrian prove that he has changed, and can Sophia allow herself to trust him again? Where the Heart Lingers is a tale of second chances, love lost and found, and the courage it takes to confront the past. As Adrian and Sophia navigate the complexity of their emotions, they must decide if the love they once shared is worth rekindling—or if the distance between them has grown too great to bridge. In a town where everyone knows your name and your secrets, Adrian and Sophia’s journey will reveal the power of time, healing, and the belief that sometimes, love lingers in the places we least expect.

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Sophia Laurent is the secret heiress to one of the world’s wealthiest families, living a life of isolation and control under her father’s oppressive reign. Tired of being a pawn in her family's power games, Sophia escapes into the real world, adopting a fake identity to experience life as a normal woman. But her attempt at freedom takes an unexpected turn when she’s mistaken for a gold-digger during a blind date with Alexander "Xander" Hayes, a wealthy and cynical businessman. He believes she’s after his money, and his vulgar, dismissive attitude makes her want to walk away—fast. In a story filled with sparks, secrets, and unexpected twists, will love triumph over wealth, or will the past prove too strong to overcome?

Sophia Reed, a sharp and fearless 24-year-old PR strategist, is used to cleaning up messy reputations. But when she’s hired to save billionaire Damien Steele’s image, she realizes this job might be her toughest yet. Damien is cold, guarded, and infuriatingly handsome—a combination that’s as dangerous as it is distracting. As Sophia digs deeper into his world, she discovers a man haunted by secrets, his icy exterior hiding a fire she can’t resist. The more she tries to keep things professional, the harder it gets to ignore the pull between them. But with the media circling and enemies waiting for their chance to strike, every step closer to Damien puts her heart—and her career—on the line.

Sophia was adopted when she was a kid, a dream come true for orphans. However Her life was anything but happy, her fiance whom she harbored intense love for 10 years cruelly exploited her and used her as a prawn to lure a deranged murderer targeting his lover. It is a horrible thing for your loved one to betray you, especially in a tragic manner. It seemed she was spurred by the complete despair over having nothing and no one to live for. Therefore, she surrendered without a fight. However, after her death. One would not expect a woman like Sophia, someone small as a caterpillar or even a dung beetle to be reborn, But here she is—perhaps she might have saved a kingdom in another life, or maybe God pitied her. She finds herself reincarnated as a timid and obedient wife of a billionaire. Sophia decides she wants revenge that could ruin her fiance and lover's life. And the only way to do that was to get pregnant with her billionaire husband's child! Dexter Black was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family, their marriage was nothing but a benefit for the two families. He could choose anyone to be his bride but the moment he laid his eyes on her,he knew she was the one he wanted. Dexter knows that there is something mysterious going on around her. She got a mystifying background. But he doesn't care about who she was in the past and why they keep attacking her. All he can think of is loving her, cherishing her, locking her up so that she will never return to her past. Because he knows that he won't be able to live a moment away from her. Would their marriage be a romantic tale or utter disaster? ~ Except~ "Wait, let me get this straight," she says, her voice rising. "You want me to get pregnant?" Alexander's face remains impassive. "They, yeah." Sophia stares at him, searching for signs of a head injury or a hidden camera crew. Finding neither, she decides this must be his twisted form of play. "You're going crazy," she announces, grabbing her things. "I'm leaving." She's halfway to the door when his words stop her cold. "It's either you get pregnant, or they won't allow you to leave until you are," Alexander says calmly. She pauses to process his words.

In a world where ancient secrets and advanced technologies collide, Dr. Sophia Kim, a brilliant Korean archaeologist, uncovers a hidden civilization deep within the Amazon rainforest. As she delves deeper into the lost city, she discovers eerie ruins, mysterious artifacts, and cryptic messages hinting at an otherworldly origin. *Main Characters* 1. *Dr. Sophia Kim* (Protagonist): A determined and resourceful archaeologist driven by curiosity and ambition. 2. *Kael*: A rugged, skilled warrior with an unknown past, who joins Sophia's expedition. 3. *Dr. Henry Lee*: A rival archaeologist with ulterior motives. 4. *Aria*: An enigmatic, technologically advanced being from the lost city. *Conflict* 1. *Treacherous Jungle*: The team faces deadly creatures, treacherous terrain, and ancient traps. 2. *Rival Expeditions*: Henry Lee's team threatens Sophia's discoveries and claims. 3. *Ancient Technology*: Unsettling powers and machines awaken, posing existential threats. 4. *Internal Conflict*: Sophia's obsession with uncovering secrets tests her relationships and morality. Action-Packed Plot Twists 1. *Lost City Revelation*: The team discovers ancient structures, artifacts, and writings. 2. *Technological Marvels*: Advanced technology and energy sources are uncovered. 3. *Alien Connection*: Aria's true nature and purpose are revealed. 4. *Battle for Survival*: The team fights against rival expeditions, creatures, and the lost city's defenses.

A noir story, to discover who took the life of his wife, but it seems the noir knows who it is all along.

Synopsis of The Call to Arms In the serene heart of Greece lies the Alexandros estate, a sprawling haven of vineyards and olive groves owned by the noble Alexandros family. Sophia Alexandros, a poised and compassionate young woman of twenty-six, has long enjoyed the comforts and privileges of her ancestral home. Her life is one of elegance and responsibility, managing the estate with grace since her father’s passing. However, beneath the idyllic surface, political unrest simmers as the Ottoman Empire tightens its grip on Greece, threatening the very essence of Greek heritage and independence. The fragile peace shatters when news arrives that Ottoman forces have seized nearby Kastoria and are advancing toward the Alexandros estate. The sudden invasion thrusts Sophia and her family into chaos, forcing them to confront the harsh realities of war. Faced with the dire choice to submit or resist, Sophia’s resolve hardens. Determined to protect her homeland and preserve her family’s legacy, she decides to join the burgeoning Greek independence movement, abandoning her sheltered life and the expectations to marry well. Leaving behind the marble halls and manicured gardens, Sophia steps into the rugged world of rebellion. She partners with Dimitri, her brave younger brother, and Kosta, the estate’s seasoned foreman, to rally the estate’s staff and nearby villagers. Together, they forge alliances with local rebels, transforming the estate into a strategic stronghold for the resistance. Sophia’s noble upbringing and sharp intellect quickly earn her a leadership role, as she devises strategies, secures supplies, and inspires those around her with unwavering courage. As Sophia immerses herself in the fight for freedom, she faces numerous challenges that test her strength and resolve. Skepticism from some rebels, the loss of comrades, and the relentless pressure from Ottoman forces weigh heavily on her. Yet, her determination never falters. Her leadership becomes a beacon of hope, uniting diverse factions of the resistance and galvanizing a movement that grows stronger with each passing day. Amidst the turmoil, Sophia grapples with personal sacrifices. Her bond with Dimitri deepens as they navigate the perils of war together, each step bringing them closer to their shared dream of a free Greece. The estate, once a symbol of privilege, transforms into a battleground where Sophia’s spirit shines brightest. Her decision to fight not only ignites a personal journey of bravery and resilience but also sparks a larger struggle for national identity and sovereignty. In pivotal moments of strategy and sacrifice, Sophia leads daring raids against Ottoman supply lines, orchestrates defensive maneuvers to protect innocent villagers, and negotiates fragile truces with neighboring factions. Her actions inspire others to join the cause, swelling the ranks of the resistance and escalating the conflict into a full-scale war for independence. Through victories and losses, Sophia remains steadfast, embodying the spirit of Greece’s fight for liberation. The Call to Arms is a gripping tale of courage, duty, and the unyielding pursuit of freedom. It delves into the complexities of leadership, the burdens of responsibility, and the transformative power of unwavering conviction. Sophia Alexandros’s journey from a sheltered heiress to a formidable leader mirrors the broader struggle of a nation yearning to reclaim its destiny. As the Ottoman threat looms ever larger, Sophia and her allies must navigate treacherous alliances, personal sacrifices, and the relentless march of war to secure a future where Greece can flourish free from oppression.

Lucinda Perry, una solitaria adicta al trabajo, se promete a sí misma desmadrarse en su vigésimo quinto cumpleaños e incluso tener una aventura de una noche si obtiene la tan merecida promoción en su trabajo. A pocos días de su vigésimo quinto cumpleaños, es ascendida no solo a una posición más alta, sino también a la oficina central en otra ciudad. Al tener que pasar su noche de cumpleaños en una nueva ciudad, va al club donde se encuentra con un atractivo desconocido, Tomás Hank, quien se ofrece a ser su aventura de una noche después de ver su lista de atrevidas metas, que incluía tener una aventura de una noche. Tomás Hank, después de haber sido utilizado por varias mujeres en el pasado, está decidido a conseguir a la mujer de sus sueños que lo amaría por sí mismo y no por su dinero. Así que cuando conoce a la adorable e ingenua Lucinda Perry en el club, decide ocultarle su verdadera identidad y averiguar si valía la pena mantenerla. ***Extracto*** ¿Qué puede ser más entretenido que un personaje secundario loco? Saluden a Sonia y Bryan. El corazón de Sonia dejó de latir por un segundo, y luego diferentes pensamientos comenzaron a volar por su cabeza al mismo tiempo. ¿Bryan Hank? ¿Su amor platónico estaba de rodillas frente a ella y le pedía que fuera su esposa? ¿La estaba confundiendo con otra persona? ¿Era posible que esto fuera una broma, o tal vez se trataba de una de esas bromas de celebridades y había cámaras alrededor esperando capturarla haciendo el tonto? ¿O tal vez estaba soñando? Sonia se preguntó mientras miraba a su alrededor, pero lo único que vio fueron curiosos mirones. —¡Por favor! Sé mi esposa y hazme el hombre más feliz del mundo —dijo en un tono de voz muy fuerte que atrajo la atención de todos. Su editor, al que había estado esperando durante más de una hora porque estaba tratando de cerrar un acuerdo con un productor de cine interesado en una de sus historias, apareció en ese momento. —Sonia, ¿conoces a Bryan Hank? —preguntó su editor realmente sorprendido al ver la escena ante él. Parecía que había pasado una hora desde que Bryan se arrodilló, pero sólo había pasado un minuto. Bryan sabía que ninguna mujer estaría lo suficientemente loca como para aceptar una propuesta de matrimonio tan descabellada, y aunque hubiera alguna que lo estuviera, pagarle y cancelar todo sería fácil ya que lo único que él quería era el escándalo que podría resultar de esto. Los titulares iban a ser sobre su propuesta de matrimonio rechazada o sobre su supuesto compromiso, lo cual sería suficiente para quitar a Sophia del medio. —¡Sí! —dijo Sonia mientras movía la cabeza emocionada y extendía su dedo para que él le pusiera el anillo. —¿Sí? —preguntó Bryan confuso al escuchar su respuesta. —¡Sí! Seré tu esposa y te convertiré en el hombre más feliz del mundo! —dijo Sonia con una risita y movió los dedos hasta que Bryan deslizó el anillo en su dedo. Sorprendentemente, el anillo era de su tamaño exacto y se ajustaba a su dedo como si hubiera sido hecho sólo para ella. Aplausos estallaron a su alrededor cuando Sonia se levantó con una gran sonrisa en su rostro y abrazó a Bryan antes de besarlo directamente en los labios. Bryan estaba un poco desconcertado por su atrevimiento, pero rápidamente se recuperó ya que él era el que había comenzado el juego y debía seguir la corriente. Después de todo, él había sido quien se había acercado a ella en primer lugar. Así que cuando ella intentó romper el beso, él sostuvo su barbilla y mordisqueó lentamente su labio inferior antes de separar sus labios con la lengua y chuparla de manera sugerente, provocando un gemido de Sonia. Sonia se sentía mareada. Esto era demasiado bueno para ser verdad. Tenía que ser un sueño. ¿De qué otra manera podría explicar que un momento antes estaba sentada en el vestíbulo de un hotel esperando a su editor y al siguiente estar comprometida con su amor platónico y besándolo en público?

Lucinda Perry, uma reclusa social e workaholic, faz uma promessa a si mesma de se soltar no seu vigésimo quinto aniversário e até mesmo conseguir uma noite de amor casual se ela conseguir a tão esperada promoção no trabalho. Poucos dias antes do seu vigésimo quinto aniversário, ela é promovida para uma posição superior e para a sede em outra cidade. Tendo que passar a noite do seu aniversário em uma nova cidade, ela vai à boate onde conhece um belo desconhecido, Thomas Hank, que se oferece para ser seu caso de uma noite depois de ver sua lista de desafios a cumprir, que incluía ter uma noite de amor casual. Thomas Hank, depois de ter sido usado por várias mulheres no passado, está determinado a conquistar a mulher dos seus sonhos que o amaria por ele mesmo e não por sua riqueza. Então, quando ele conhece a fofa e ingênua Lucinda Perry na boate, ele decide esconder sua verdadeira identidade dela e descobrir se ela valia a pena. ***Trecho*** O que é mais divertido do que um personagem secundário louco? Diga olá à Sonia e ao Bryan. O coração de Sonia parou de bater por um segundo e, em seguida, diferentes pensamentos começaram a voar em sua cabeça naquele mesmo momento. Bryan Hank? O seu crush celebridade estava ajoelhado bem na frente dela e pedindo-a em casamento? Ele a estava confundindo com outra pessoa? Seria possível que isso fosse uma encenação, ou talvez fosse uma daquelas pegadinhas de celebridades, e havia câmeras por perto esperando para capturar sua reação? Ou talvez ela estivesse sonhando? Sonia se perguntava enquanto olhava ao redor, mas tudo o que via eram espectadores curiosos. "Por favor! Seja minha esposa e me torne o homem mais feliz da Terra", disse ele em voz alta, chamando a atenção de todos. Seu editor, para quem ela tinha esperado por mais de uma hora porque estava tentando fechar um acordo com um produtor de cinema interessado em uma de suas histórias, apareceu naquele momento, "Sonia, você conhece o Bryan Hank?" Seu editor perguntou em genuína surpresa ao ver a cena diante dele. Parecia ter passado uma hora desde que Bryan se ajoelhou, mas só tinha passado um minuto. Bryan sabia que nenhuma mulher seria louca o suficiente para aceitar uma proposta tão maluca e, mesmo que alguma fosse, seria fácil pagar-lhe e cancelar toda a situação, já que tudo o que ele queria era um escândalo que pudesse vir disso. As manchetes seriam sobre sua proposta de casamento rejeitada ou seu suposto noivado, o que seria suficiente para tirar Sophia do gancho. "Sim!" Sonia respondeu, balançando a cabeça empolgadamente e estendendo o dedo para que ele colocasse o anel. "Sim?" Bryan perguntou confuso ao ouvir sua resposta. "Sim! Eu serei sua esposa e farei de você o homem mais feliz do mundo!" Sonia disse rindo e mexendo os dedos até que Bryan deslizou o anel neles. Surpreendentemente, o anel era de seu tamanho exato e cabia perfeitamente em seu dedo, como se tivesse sido feito especialmente para ela. O som de aplausos irrompeu ao redor deles enquanto Sonia se levantava com um grande sorriso no rosto e abraçava Bryan antes de beijá-lo nos lábios. Bryan ficou um pouco surpreso com a audácia dela, mas rapidamente se recuperou já que este era o seu jogo, e ele tinha que participar. Afinal, ele tinha sido quem a procurou primeiro. Então, quando ela tentou interromper o beijo, ele segurou o queixo dela e lentamente mordeu seu lábio inferior antes de separar seus lábios com a língua e sugar de maneira provocante, arrancando um gemido de Sonia. Sonia se sentia tonta. Isso era bom demais para ser verdade. Só podia ser um sonho. Como mais ela poderia explicar que um momento estava sentada no saguão de um hotel esperando seu editor, e no seguinte estava noiva de seu crush celebridade e o beijava bem ali, em público?

Lucinda Perry, seorang penyendiri sosial dan pekerja keras, berjanji pada dirinya sendiri untuk benar-benar menggila di ulang tahunnya yang ke-25 dan bahkan mencetak one night stand jika ia mendapatkan promosi yang sudah lama ditunggu di pekerjaannya. Beberapa hari sebelum ulang tahunnya yang ke-25, dia dipromosikan ke posisi yang lebih tinggi dan tidak hanya itu, tapi ke kantor pusat di kota yang berbeda. Harus menghabiskan malam ulang tahunnya di kota baru, dia pergi ke klub di mana dia bertemu dengan orang asing tampan, Thomas Hank, yang menawarkan diri untuk menjadi one night stand-nya setelah melihat daftar berani-melakukannya, yang termasuk memiliki satu malam berdiri. Thomas Hank, setelah digunakan oleh beberapa wanita di masa lalu, bertekad untuk mendapatkan wanita impiannya yang akan mencintainya untuk dirinya sendiri dan bukan karena kekayaannya. Jadi ketika dia bertemu Lucinda Perry yang imut dan polos di klub, dia memutuskan untuk menjaga identitas aslinya dari dia dan mencari tahu apakah dia layak untuk dia pertahankan. ***Excerpt*** Apa yang lebih menghibur daripada sisi karakter yang gila? Katakan halo pada Sonia dan Bryan. Jantung Sonia berhenti berdetak sebentar, lalu berbagai pemikiran mulai berterbangan di kepalanya pada saat yang sama. Bryan Hank? Idola selebriti yang dia naksir sedang berlutut tepat di depannya dan memintanya untuk menjadi istrinya? Apakah dia salah mengira dia dengan orang lain? Apakah mungkin ini adalah lelucon, atau mungkin ini seperti salah satu lelucon selebriti dan ada kamera-kamera di sekitar, menunggu untuk merekam dia membuat dirinya tampak bodoh? Atau mungkin dia sedang bermimpi? Sonia bertanya-tanya sambil melihat-lihat sekitar mereka, tetapi yang dia lihat hanyalah penonton yang penasaran. "Tolong! Jadilah istriku dan buat aku menjadi pria paling bahagia di Bumi," katanya dengan suara keras yang menarik perhatian semua orang. Editornya yang telah ditunggunya selama lebih dari satu jam karena dia mencoba menandatangani kesepakatan dengan produser film yang tertarik dengan salah satu ceritanya, muncul saat itu juga, "Sonia, kamu kenal Bryan Hank?" Tanyanya dengan heran saat melihat adegan di depannya. Sepertinya sudah berjam-jam sejak Bryan berlutut, tapi ternyata baru satu menit. Bryan tahu tidak ada wanita yang cukup gila untuk menerima proposal gila seperti itu, dan bahkan jika ada yang mau menerima, membayarnya dan membatalkan keseluruhan hal tersebut akan mudah karena yang dia inginkan hanyalah skandal yang bisa terjadi dari situ. Judul beritanya mendatang akan tentang proposal pernikahan yang ditolak atau pertunangannya yang dikatakan, yang cukup membuat Sophia lepas dari kaitannya. "Ya!" Jawab Sonia dengan semangat sambil menganggukkan kepalanya dan mengulurkan jarinya agar dia memakaikan cincin pertunangan. "Ya?" Tanya Bryan dengan bingung saat mendengar jawabannya. "Ya! Aku akan menjadi istrimu dan membuatmu menjadi pria paling bahagia di dunia!" Sonia berkata dengan tertawa dan menggerakkan jarinya hingga Bryan memasukkan cincin itu ke jarinya. Secara mengejutkan cincin itu adalah ukuran yang tepat untuknya, dan duduk di jarinya seolah-olah dibuat khusus untuknya. Suara tepuk tangan meledak di sekitar mereka saat Sonia berdiri dengan senyum lebar di wajahnya dan memeluk Bryan sebelum menciumnya tepat di bibir. Bryan sedikit terkejut dengan keberaniannya tapi cepat pulih karena ini adalah permainannya, dan dia harus ikut serta. Dia lah yang mendekatinya terlebih dahulu, bagaimanapun juga. Jadi ketika dia mencoba memutuskan ciuman, dia memegang dagunya dan perlahan menggigit bibir bawahnya sebelum membuka bibirnya dengan lidahnya dan mengisapnya dengan cara yang menggoda, mengeluarkan desahan dari Sonia. Sonia merasa pusing. Ini terlalu bagus untuk menjadi kenyataan. Itu haruslah mimpi. Bagaimana lagi dia bisa menjelaskan bahwa pada suatu saat dia duduk di lobi hotel menunggu editornya, dan pada saat berikutnya dia bertunangan dengan idola selebriti yang dia naksir dan menciumnya di sini di depan umum?

Sophia, a shy and introverted college student, lands an internship at a prestigious company. On her first day, she accidentally kisses the CEO, Alexander, in the elevator. As they work work together, Sophia and Alexander grow closer, but their differences in social status and age threaten to tear them apart

Childhood sweethearts, Arnold Blake and Sophia Carter, had an unspoken bond that was disrupted by time and life’s circumstances. Now, years later, Arnold is a successful CEO with a playboy reputation, while Sophia is married to Liam and raising a son on her own. The twist? Arnold’s son, Junior, is the spitting image of him, and when the truth comes out, Junior takes charge, determined to reunite his parents and make Arnold face his responsibilities. As Arnold tries to balance his empire with fatherhood, he’s caught in a whirlwind of emotions, realizing the depth of his feelings for Sophia. Meanwhile, Sophia grapples with her loyalty to her husband and her enduring love for Arnold. With a possessive CEO, a wise-beyond-his-years son, and a scheming woman after Arnold, the road to reconciliation won’t be easy. With faceslapping moments, misunderstandings, and a dash of sweet romance, Arnold must prove he’s ready to leave his past behind and fight for the future he deserves with Sophia and their son.