Captivated To You

Maria Fernandez's world is shattered when her parents, desperate and drowning in debt, sell her into a contract marriage to Bruno Alfonzo, the ruthless heir of a notorious Mafia and drug lord family. Maria despises Bruno from the moment she meets him—his cold demeanor and dangerous reputation are enough to make her blood boil. She vows never to fall for a man as heartless as him. But as she navigates this dark new world of power, wealth, and violence, Maria begins to see a different side of Bruno—the intense protector hidden behind the mask of a merciless crime lord. Torn between her hatred and an undeniable attraction, Maria struggles with her feelings, even as secrets from both their pasts emerge, threatening to destroy everything. In this world, love could either be her salvation or her downfall. Will Maria fight her growing feelings, or will she surrender to the passion that binds them in ways she never imagined? Prepare for a thrilling rollercoaster of emotions in a world where love and danger are two sides of the same coin.

Two wondrous fruits, one for immortality, the other for strength. After swallowing them, Chu Ning traveled to another world to cultivate the path of immortality. Within a thousand years, Chu Ning said, "Thanks to the wondrous fruit, praise the wondrous fruit, brother awesome." A thousand years later, Chu Ning reflected, "Thank oneself, praise oneself, the struggle is the most beautiful." In this other world, Chu Ning had three famous sayings: The first, "Not driven by profit, one may miss some opportunities, but will never suffer a loss." Secondly, "longevity is just about living a life, so why not take life seriously from the beginning." Thirdly, "if you can get along, you can get along. If you can't get along, you can negotiate. If you can't negotiate, you should kill someone in the downwind of the wind, this way, the ashes can be scattered cleaner…"

A man in his thirties was standing in front of she-devil's grave, under everyone's watchful eyes, he dropped the flower to her coffin, his tone was full of ridicule. "Congrats on your death." Next year he came, "I won. You lost to me and I will live well. Just rot in there." Next year he came again, "I have a pretty girlfriend and I will marry next year. My life is good. Nothing to worry about." Next year he came once more, "I will stop visiting and forget you! My life is better without you! See, I live well!" But he came again the next year and the years after that. People said he was hunted by his so-called arch-enemy. That even after death, the devil did not even let him go. He stood in front of her grave. His once handsome face had turned old and wrinkly. "Bei Sangyun, I cursed you. You are not allowed to rest in peace. You must be suffering there like me, right? You devil..." He might be the last one standing. But his life was the same as the dead's- lifeless and empty. He did not live well, he never once marry and his heart was never at peace. And it was all the fault of one person. ***** Bei Sangyun was a big bully in high school. The target of her bullying was the skinny boy in her grade, Fei Chuan. They were classmates once in kindergarten and met again in high school. But one day, just a year left before graduation, the big bully suddenly changed. One day, Fei Chuan hesitantly opened his locker. The other night, the big bully said that she left something in his locker. He did not really want to open it. He was afraid a poisonous snake would come out of his locker. However, his report card was there. With gritted teeth, the young boy opened it. However, what appeared was not a hideous thing as he expected, but a bright pink letter with a little heart sticker as a seal. It turned out, the surprise was scarier than a snake. Was this a new form of torture? Since then, Bei Sangyun relentlessly chased the young Fei Chuan until the two got married. ****** This is a story of rebirth. The two arch-enemies who could not live under the same sky had become sweet lovers.

AN 18+ ALPHA MAFIA SERIES BOOK 1# CAPTIVE MATE BOOK 2# RUNAWAY MATE -+- Caspian is the heir to Moonstone Pack but when his parents die, he’s cheated out of his birthright and treated like a prisoner. He decides to leave, running off to Haines City to start a new life. His plans are instantly cut short when he's kidnapped and auctioned off, and he is bought by none other than one of the Mafia Kings running the city, Asher Knight. -+- Asher shrugged his coat off, the heavy outfit falling to the ground with an audible thud. Caspian watched this happen in apprehension, Mafia King Asher had looked huge with the coat on, and with the coat off, there wasn’t much of a difference. “Come here,” He ordered calmly, the earrings in his ears visible with his dark red hair slicked back. Caspian shook his head again, he had no intention of speaking, ever. Because that would only give away his gender. “I don’t like to repeat myself, Omega.” His voice darkened. Caspian’s heart thudded painfully in his chest in fear, he really didn’t want to get anywhere near the Alpha. He eyed the window longingly before forcing himself to take a step forward, then another, and another… +- THIS IS AN 18+ MAFIA STORY SO IT WILL INCLUDE VIOLENT AND MATURE THEMES, READ WITH CAUTION.

In the Blue Planet, the people of The Kingdom Arizone; The Lorph, show their respect to Gyanemyade by wishing for something dear to their heart. There is a boy in his seventeens, Dylan Al'Xander, military captain who fall in love with a girl in an ordinary summer. There is a Girl Lena AyaBurg in her sweet seventeens, military captain. Who's lover is Dylan. Then there is Gibbs who is best friend of both of them. Belongs to race of Lorph. The people of Meges, for centuries hides in dark shadows living their eternal life's there. For centuries they were considered as Alien but during 5th evolution, the Kingdom of Arizone not only give them a place to live but also make them rightful citizens of Arizone. They are creature, neither living nor dead. They lives in lands given to them far away from realm of humanity in the forbidden land .... They surves as a special link Between... Life and afterlife..... For over a decade, the Kingdom of Arizone is in a war with neighbouring Empires of Aqua's... It's war with out any casualties.... During the final and last battle which decide the fate of Lorph and Meges. There happens a series of incidents which put the life of Dylan love in danger..... Ash is a captain of The Reaper unit, pilot of special equipment.... He belongs to race of Meges.... He is a good friend of Dylan and Lena...... In this world of The Blue Planet, there are not only humans; lorphs, Meges, Vampire, Warewolf, fairies, devil's and angels but also some sacred beings of light, the transparent beings.... Outside that wall that protects the humanity from high and extremely low temperature, there is a promised tree, a cherry tree... There is a memorial stone, black in colour made of some unknown earthly material... On the memorial stone under the promised Cherry tree, is a black and white picture of a girl smiling widely....... And the name written Lena AyaBurg. That one night's incident cause for ... Lena to be gone forever...... For Dylan to become cold and colder then winter...... For Gibbs to lose faith in Humanity.... For Ash to fight his Nine elders and Great Master....... Three young boys and a girl against whole wide world......... TO THE BEAUTIFUL YOU starting from this Thursday. You Author Butterflyqueen736 [Maria] My original work. All right reserved.

This novel is set in a fictional era, with a background somewhat similar to China during World War II, where it is invaded by the Japanese. The main characters are a couple of homosexuals who meet and fall in love. One leads soldiers in resisting the invaders, while the other fights to protect cultural relics.

WARNING [R18] "Right now," Zamian whispered, his voice low and sultry, "I'll make sure you only call my name." "Z-Zamian, what are you... what are you doing?" she gasped as he pulled her even closer, their bodies fitting together perfectly. She could feel the warmth radiating from him, a magnetic force drawing her in. "Shh," he whispered against her ear, his breath warm and tantalizing. "Not yet. Save that voice for later." **** Mira Adams, a 19-year-old girl, ran into the forest to escape the death that the war had brought her. Little did she know, she would meet Zamian Zan, a mysterious stranger who took her in for reasons unknown. She escaped the next day. On her 21st birthday, she finally left the small village after pleading with her grandfather, who agreed for reasons she didn’t understand. Little did she know, she was destined to marry the stranger she had met two years earlier. Zamian, now 23, is a CEO and secretly the king of a hidden kingdom. He marries Mira due to a debt her late father owed him, but that wasn't his only reason—he told her he wanted a child from her, though his true motives remain a mystery to her.

Just on the out skirts of the kingdom of Genfilheim and deep in the heart of the wild life, an entity has embroidered herself as the embodiment of fear in the hearts of the common folk. At the same time, a young oddball adventurer is capturing the various experiences he comes across in his worn-out book. One day the aloof adventurer with a hearty smile and a carefree stride, marches into the very forest ready to see this supposed demon. But what happens when he discovers a calm and stranger instead of the Blood Thirsty Beast ? Well, what ensues is a sugary yet chaotic adventure of two people, an immoral beast girl who has lived many lives and the bubbly young adventurer. A story which unravels into a bitter sweet perspective of life, the meaning of purpose along with an interesting promise. -The Promise to a Fulfilling Tomorrow.

Synopsis: Fresh out of college Mizuyuki Shin finds himself in a slump. While the plan was to graduate and go into his profession of Architecture Design and even after receiving many offers on graduation day, He feels like the spark he had was gone. Fresh off the heels of a bad break up after 2 years of trying, his best friend Myah takes him to a favorite club of hers for a change of pace. Mizuyuki never dreamed he'd meet the Devil himself there dressed head to toe in designer people falling over him for attention and he looks like he couldn't be bothered by any of it. Stephen Coolwater led a pretty boring life. Just because you have it all doesn't mean life is fun. People always fall over themselves for his attention but they only want to use him every time. For money, power, status, or his body, it's always been the case. Until he met Mizuyuki, who couldn't be any less interested in him. In fact to Stephen he looked like he wanted to die. "What better way to die, than in my arms at the peak of an orgasm?" Will upload at least 2 chapters a day! Thank you for reading!!

Audrina Alder, the daughter of a rich family who was always neglected throughout her childhood and put herself into her studies more because of that. Cole Howards the CEO and only son of the Howards family who put his company first was told to marry Audrina. A forced marriage that made them both bitter and her mentally weaker . One fateful day, Audrina thought Cole has changed but that lead to her death. Audrina was given a second chance on the day of her wedding she will be stronger and make Cole pay back all the heartache and abuse she endured. Something is strange about this life, he changed for the better?!

"The world is full of mystery. I've heard that all my life and it seems to be true. But if I go through something mysterious myself, will I be believed? Maybe I'll think I'm crazy, or everything that happens to me in my everyday life is just something I'm dreaming and soon I'll wake up. Questions without answers..." Everything changes after he returns from a pilgrimage to a miraculous statue of the Holy Virgin Mary, when he becomes the victim of a plane accident in which, with no hope left, he prays alongside the other passengers, gives his final blessing, and then... And then what? He wakes up on a bench. Where exactly? Right in the heart of the most important square in the world, in Rome, caput mundi, as the Latins used to say. What is he doing there? He remembered the airplane accident, but he also had other memories. How did he get here, what year is it? He was at the Vatican, but still... Is it the year 1492?!

In the bustling heart of China’s entertainment industry, Li Zihan and Yixuan share a love story that begins in their idyllic childhood town. As inseparable high school sweethearts, they envision a future together filled with simple joys and mutual dreams. However, their path is disrupted by Li Zihan's father, Li Xian, a powerful mogul in the entertainment industry, who has grand plans for his son’s career. Li Xian, seeing the potential for Li Zihan to enhance the family’s business empire, pressures his son into the limelight. When he discovers Li Zihan’s relationship with Yixuan, he manipulates her into ending their romance, believing it to be the best for Li Zihan’s future. Heartbroken but compelled by the circumstances, Yixuan agrees to the breakup and leaves for studies abroad, while Li Zihan reluctantly follows his father’s wishes, becoming a celebrated actor and model. Years pass, and fate reunites them in the glamorous world of a Shanghai film premiere. Yixuan, now a successful entertainment manager, finds herself working with Li Zihan, who is a star on the rise. Their unexpected encounter reignites old feelings and unresolved tensions. As they navigate the complexities of their professional and personal lives, they must confront past misunderstandings and the challenges that come with their high-profile careers. Facing media scrutiny and personal dilemmas, both must reconcile their past with their present. Through a series of heartfelt revelations and shared experiences, Li Zihan learns the truth about Yixuan’s sacrifice, and Yixuan comes to terms with her own choices. As they overcome the obstacles thrown their way, they rediscover the love that was always meant to be theirs. In the end, "The Way Back to You" is a poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and the journey of finding one's way back to the person who holds their heart. Against the backdrop of fame and fortune, Li Zihan and Yixuan prove that true love can withstand the tests of time and circumstance, leading them back to where it all began.

Serena was just an ordinary girl with a rather disturbed past who's got into the most prestigious college in the country itself. She embarks on a new journey to recuperating her mental health and finding true happiness in life, a successful job and peaceful life. But finding herself lost in thr dorms, she meets a guy, Ray, who also happens to be her..roommate now? Untalkative, always remaining low-key but actually the second the a very famous businessman entrepreneurs of the country, Ray seems to have found an odd liking to Serena...

when Evelyn Moore is made to marry her childhood bully, Leonard Sinclair who dislikes adult women, life takes a different turn when they both make personal vows. Evelyn: to make sure he regrets the deal Leonard: to make her fall head over heels that she's begging for him.

Wei Jun, mysteriously transported from his world to a realm of ancient cultivation, faces familiar faces from his past life, including his lost friend Li Chen and former love Lian Zhen, now with the demonic Mo Jiao Sect. Hiding his true origins, Wei Jun trains alongside friends, confronting powerful enemies and unlocking deep memories. Haunted by past regrets, he seeks redemption and answers, battling dark forces to protect his new and old companions in this gripping tale of fate, revenge, and self-discovery.

Xiong Zhi ran away from her unwanted marriage. That day, Linfeng, her aide, died while protecting her. The man who she held dearly in her heart died in her arms. In her last breath, she uttered, "Never again to be weak...Never again wasted our precious time...I'll promise...In the next lifetime... I will protect you...and..love you..." Full of regrets, she closed her eyes, wanting to be united with the man in the underworld. However, when she opened her eyes, she found herself in her sixteen-year-old body. Realizing she had a second chance, the cold, indifferent, obedient, and meek young miss of the Xiong family was reborn as a strong, sharp, vengeful, bold, and confident woman. In this lifetime, she will fulfill her promise with no regrets. Of course, including seducing Linfeng again. ----------------------------------------------------- This is my first novel and my original. English is not my first language. So please pardon me for any gramatical errors. All characters, name, place and plots are from my own world. Thank you! Happy Reading (*^▽^*) https://discord.gg/Btpq6P4 This is the permanent link for my novel server. Other upcoming novels will be there as well. please join and grace us with your presence hehe p ^^ And thanks to my new editor, who work like a sloth but very amazing, my sis, Letmesleep,. And the kind hearted Rei who help me edit the earlier chaps for free. I can't thank you enough! Though, not all chaps had been edited yet, they makes my novel so incredible. Thank you guys!

Max was trapped in a POW camp not knowing how he will get out. He has been tortured emotionally and physically. He was praying for death when a young woman with lavender hair came to his rescue. She never spoke a word to him but he felt a connection with her that seems to transcend time. She got him on board a plane and vanished. No one would tell him who she was. Three years after the rescue he is working with his friends for NCIS. They go to interrogate Senator Miles Dupree and he is greeted by his savior.

Kaito Nakamura, a quiet and lonely high school student, finds his life turned upside down when Mei Tanaka, the popular and cheerful girl in class, unexpectedly sits next to him. As they share silent moments, Kaito discovers that Mei’s perfect image hides her own struggles. Together, they begin to uncover the power of true friendship, showing that even the quietest bonds can change everything.

First Arc: "Don't leave me! Just look at me and stay awake!" Words that haunted Ariana's dreams for as long as she remembered. Dying in the arms of her lover as they both are surrounded and engulfed in flames. However Ariana's quirks never stopped her from living her life. Her journey starts from when her adoptive mother sells her at the tender age of 12, afraid that she was stealing her adoptive father's love. A blow to her head unlocks her past life's memories and life skills. Any object she touches relating to her past life unlocks her past skills and education. Using her memories she changes the brothel she's sold to into a maid cafe, and slowly changes her community. While creatures called Lumas are born from her powers to protect Ariana but who are the Lumas really protecting? Especially when she gets her period on her 13th birthday and it morphs her into a humanoid garnet dragon. Second Arc: In a world full of magic, beast men, warriors, adventurers and elementals could there really be something more frightening then a girl with mixed blood? Garnet dragon, child of the jewel eyed priestess and the soul of someone who was summoned from Earth. Ariana is fully awoken to who she is and has started her life in St. Verusha Academy as their perfect score student. She will have to grow into the young lady she wants to be while trying to unravel the mysteries of her life. With the help of Cayden, her childhood friend and the the Lumas, Ariana will discover the roads she can walk down. The only problem is will she choose destruction or human evolution? Love or world dominance? Revenge or forgiveness? Or will she allow her human mind and heart to be devoured by the darkness inside of her because of a massive betrayal from the one person she thought meant the most to her? Third Arc The bells of war have been wrung and Ariana has now chosen to save all of humanity. Though she has come to know many truths she still trusts in the relationships she's made and is willing to put everything on the line to become stronger. Her Lumas are evolving, Cayden is her true love that she will never let go, the Goddess of Creation needs her to complete the mission given to her and above all else Ariana is determined to survive. Now with her new knowledge she abandons everyone from their own safety and travels to the Animus, the beast Kingdom to learn how to control her garnet dragon powers from her blood family and hoping that they wil aid her in the fight against Lord Romanoff, the robed army and the twisted church.

After getting betrayed and killed by the only person she’d loved, Miss Shang wakes up in the body of the cowardly crown prince Shang Wuxin, who, due to her own circumstances, was actually a girl cross-dressing as a boy. After inheriting the crown prince’s memories, Shang Wuxin has three things on her agenda: 1. Clean up the house 2. Gather loyal followers and soldiers 3. Get the throne 4. defeat her enemy (The more collection I will have the more motivation I will have to continue this series)

"You have every right to scream. But no one is going to rescue you. So it's best you comply with me". Jack told her in a soothing voice. "I don't want this". She said with tears already straining down her cheeks. Jack wiped her tears with his palm. "You will cry now but very soon, you will be the one to thank me". He said as his eyes lustfully looked round her body. He made to unbutton the T-shirt she was wearing, he stared into her eyes in a manner that could send shivers through her spine. "I really want you Bella, and I…..". He stopped as he removed the belt which was on his trouser. "Stop!, just stop. What do you think you want to do". She said in a shaky voice. "What is in your mind".

Garen Rine made a lot of mistakes during his childhood which was brought by his prideful character of an Alpha born of high standing but, he never felt so much regret to any of this, that is until wronging this one certain Omega, Liliane Fray. The young girl in his childhood appeared on his life once more, now that they're older, the bond becomes even more obvious, pulling the Alpha to a strong desire for this omega. The problem is that, Liliane destest Garen to the core. He hurt her heart in the past, she has all the reason to hate him. Can Garen ever find a way to make Liliane forgive him and give him a chance to love her? Being tangled in desire, desperation, and longing. An alpha and omega gravenly hurt by trying to love innocently in the world of the Verse, their story unfolds along with regrets and things previously unknown. Their end, what will it be?