Love At First Night

*Excerpt* "Argh..." Ellie forced herself to stop moving, and she pushed the man dragging her away by her arm with all the strenght she could muster. "Aren't you listening to me? He's only a child. Please." she pleaded. The man was as solid as a concrete wall, and although he barely moved a step away despite the force she used in pushing him, her actions seemed to have made him stop dragging her. Or maybe not. Because the next second, she heard the sound of the sole of a shoe hit the ground, then another, and another... Turning around in apprehension, she realized the painter had finally turned from his painting and was walking toward her. Her bones froze instantly. His face... She had no words to describe how beautiful he was, even though his skin was almost white. His dark brown hair fell over his forehead, almost covering his dangerously cold dark grey eyes. His steps were slow and majestic, making him look like a top ranked demon walking out of hell with just one agenda — to end her miserable life. He reeked of bloodlust, and the aura around him radiated death and destruction. The hairs on her skin stood up in reaction to the threat approaching her, and knowing she couldn't outrun him, she fell on her knees. "P-please, I-im s-sorry for disturbing you a-and pushing him. My brother is only a child. He's sick and I'm the only one he has. If you must imprison me, then I beg you to at least take him to an orphanage." Ellie pleaded, stuttering for the first time in her life, her eyes fixed on the floor. A moment later, she felt a cold finger touch her chin, pushing her head. When that was done, he took off her mask, exposing her face. Ellie's heart was beating wildly by this time. There was no trace of warmth, neither did any emotion register on his face upon seeing her complete facial features. It was just plain, cold, blankness. "You are in no position to make demands." His lips finally moved, and the words that came out of his mouth crushed Ellie's heart. "It's not a demand. Just a request. I don't want him to die." She persisted. "What makes you think I would grant such a request?" "Because it's the right thing to do." Ellie gave the obvious answer, but his face twisted like she just spit poison at him. "Do I look like someone who gives a fuck about doing the right thing?" "No!" Ellie answered truthfully. "I'm sorry. I made a mistake. Saving my brother is not the right thing. It is the wrong thing. In fact, I can assure you it is the wrongest thing to do." She made a quick U-turn, and the painter's brows flew up in surprise for just a second, before his next order jumped out of his mouth. "Take her away." *** Life dealt Ellie Sander a cruel blow when her parents suddenly died in a car crash, leaving her to cater for her five year old anaemic brother, whose ability to walk was affected by the same crash. With no money, no stable job, and no help coming from anywhere, she was forced to take advantage of the insecurity in their town to fend for herself and her brother. Being a waitress in the day and a fake Vampire at night, she raised enough money and all went well until one night when she met with the real vampire, and her freedom was taken away.

He inches closer, a single finger roaming her heated skin. Breath mingling with breath. A loud bang vibrates through the room, so thunderous as if god himself was furious. Slowly he looks up staring out the large glass windows to the backyard, "You have a visitor." His rasps calmly. "Who?" Rose quickly fires, feigning ignorance. She knew well enough who it was. Her nightly visitor has arrived. Surprising, He only visits when she is alone. "One who comes out at night. Lurking in the shadows, in the darkness... just like its intensions." He looks down still leaning on top her, once more pinning her with his intense gaze. "Are you afraid?" His voice dead serious, eyes going back to look outside. And Rose lied, "No." But is it a lie when her fear was never really rooting enough to make her run the other way but instead often getting mixed with exhilaration. "You should be." He leaves her staring wide eyed on the sofa and goes to stand before the glass panes. "It's not happy to see me here. I can see the raging pits of fire in it's gaze. Ready to burn me right where I stand." he chuckled, sounding most sinister, "It definitely wants to rip my innards out." "You should take off your shirt." He suggests casually. "Excuse me?" "Let's see if it riles him up even more to shatter instead of just slamming the windows like a wuss." He rouses under his breath, his excited provocative tone not escaping Rose's attention. What the hell is he up to? "This isn't funny." Rose sputters out, standing up from the couch. "I'm not trying to be." He faces her again, sporting a deadpan face. "Whatever. You think I'm one of your stupid fan girls to take my shirt off just because you want to rile someone up? Besides, there's probably no one outside and you're only making it up to see my boobs like a pervert." His eyes roams her from top to bottom, there was distaste evident in his gaze. "When he comes at night and leaves a little something for you, maybe then you take off your clothes for him... like a slut." Rome stared into her eyes with nothing behind those icy orbs to show for a lack of meaning behind his words. Because he means every single thing he says to her. "Get. Out. Now!" Rose boomed furiously. "Whatever, I was leaving anyway. This has become boring." He walks towards her front door. "Wait. How do you know he comes at night and leaves something?" her eyes narrow. "Because I've seen it before." "You saw him? It is a real guy?" Rose wanted to confirm, for some reason she thought otherwise. "I never said I saw him. I've only seen it happening to someone else." "Whom?" "You don't need to know." He closes off. "Then at least tell me what happened to her? Can I meet this person?" "You can't." Refusing calmly he was almost out the door when Rose pleads against hope. "Please." "You can't because she disappeared." Those were the words that finally did it. Brought her racing heart and buzzing head to a sudden halt. "Never to be seen again." "When he stops visiting, that's when you should be most afraid." His words rang like a siren in the silence of her mind as he left. Now she felt true fear for the first time. == In the embrace of her ancestral town, Rose seeks refuge from the echoes of her past. Little does she know, her return to her roots will awaken dormant shadows, shattering ordinary her existence. For when the darkness falls over the town, from the pitch black rises a shadowy figure that haunt her nights. In the darkness he sweeps her off the ground in terrible fear and the allure of sinister intrigue. And once the sun comes, a man with a god awful attitude, haunts her in the broad day light. Causing her to swell with pure disdain. With each passing night, it draws closer to Rose, casting a chilling spell that both terrifies and exhilarates her. Thrust into a labyrinth of mysteries can she navigate the treacherous path laid before her, or will her nightly visitor consume her whole?

A 18+ novel for incest lover, a relation between mom and son

Serena is a sunny girl who grew up in an orphanage. She got dumped by her first boyfriend on her birthday. She meets Jaehyun who was also going through something similar.She’s an artist and he’s a CEO. She agreed to his marriage proposal with the mindset of - If not for love then for money.But she had a secret she didn’t want Jaehyun to know about her.

Nikki Sawyer, half demon and half human, crowned princess to the middle chamber of hell. She's the first demon royal to have not unlocked her powers before the age of eighteen when she's expected to take the throne. Forced by her mother to attend human school because of how much disgrace she brings to the middle chamber, Nikki is set on finally unlocking her powers before her eighteenth birthday but it's a lot less easier than it sounds. Not until she meets Alan Mendes, a loner who's always by himself. She has a few encounters with him that changes her whole world. With the whole kingdom of hell and their parents against their love, will their love be enough to pull through at the end especially against the king of hell, the devil himself.

In a world where vampires and werewolves have been sworn enemies for centuries, a forbidden love blossoms between Aria, a powerful werewolf Luna, and Ryker, the mysterious and handsome Vampire King. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of their worlds, Aria and Ryker must confront the darkness of their pasts and the danger that their love poses to their families and kingdoms. Despite the risks, they cannot deny the fierce attraction that burns between them. As they fight to be together, they must also confront the evil forces that seek to destroy their love and their kingdoms. Will Aria and Ryker's love be strong enough to overcome the obstacles in their path, or will their worlds tear them apart?

In the heart of a bustling city, amidst the aroma of freshly baked bread and delicate pastries, Lily Thompson finds herself entangled in a web of desperation and moral conflict. Raised in her family's small-town bakery, Lily's life was once filled with the comforting rhythms of tradition and love. But when her father's death and her mother's illness threaten to crumble their legacy, Lily is forced to leave her dreams behind and seek stability in the city. At "Sweet Beginnings," a prestigious bakery known for its culinary excellence, Lily becomes an indispensable part of the team under the demanding eye of Mr. Bennett. Yet, the weight of her family's financial struggles and her mother's declining health never leaves her mind. One fateful evening, Lily stumbles upon an open safe in Mr. Bennett's office, revealing a tempting stash of cash—a potential lifeline for her family. Torn between her integrity and the desperate need to provide for her loved ones, Lily succumbs to temptation, taking small amounts to ease their burdens. Each act of theft brings temporary relief but also heightens the risk of discovery, threatening to unravel the life she has painstakingly built. Caught in a precarious balance between right and wrong, Lily's journey is one of internal turmoil and high stakes. As she navigates the duality of her existence—dedicated employee by day, reluctant thief by night.

“Don’t you dare come close to me” Hazel screamed almost yelling in the loud bar “How come this husband can’t come close to his own wife? Was it because I let you off the first time” Alex said quite angry as his face was cold as ice “You didn’t let me off! I just wasn’t easy myself!” “I wouldn’t force you to come to me! I can just destroy your family with an order!” Alexander said before turning back to leave untillll…..

Synopsis Officer Zack Renner is one of the best detectives in his city—a man driven by logic, evidence, and an unshakable sense of justice. But when a string of bizarre disappearances haunts the quiet community, even he can’t ignore the chilling pattern emerging: every victim vanishes in the dead of night, leaving behind nothing but their clothes and personal belongings. No bodies. No signs of struggle. No explanation. As Zack delves deeper into the mystery, he finds himself racing against a predator unlike anything he’s ever encountered. This entity is silent, relentless, and invisible to the naked eye. Witnesses report hearing unsettling noises—sounds that seem to vibrate with hunger and malice. And when it strikes, it doesn’t just take people; it leaves an aura of terror that defies reason. With his partner’s wedding reception set on a luxurious boat cruise, Zack hopes for a brief reprieve from the horror—but the darkness follows them onto the open sea. As night falls, strange noises ripple through the decks, guests vanish without a trace, and fear spreads like a plague. The creature’s appetite grows stronger, and Zack realizes that survival depends on confronting his deepest fears. The only way to fight back? Stand your ground. Don’t fear the dark. And listen carefully—certain sounds might reveal its true form. But how do you defeat something you can’t see, that feeds on fear, and shields itself from harm? As the body count rises, Zack must uncover the creature’s origins, its weaknesses, and the truth behind its insatiable hunger. Time is running out, and the darkness is closing in. In this tense and atmospheric sci-fi thriller, It Only Attacks at Night will keep readers on the edge of their seats, where every shadow could hide a nightmare—and survival hinges on what you can’t see coming.

[World's End: 02:23:59:53] Lauren Whittaker thought she had enough to deal with: a ruthless stepfamily, a neglectful father, and a life of endless work. But when a mysterious countdown virus appears on her phone, ticking toward what seems like the end of the world, things go from bad to apocalyptic. As society crumbles and terrifying monsters emerge, it seems no one is safe. Not even the military can hold back the tide of destruction. Just when Lauren thinks it can't get any worse, a blood-soaked stranger appears before her, speaking a language she doesn't understand. But there's one problem. She's seen him before... in her dreams. Kylar's pack has only one route for survival: to escape their dying world, as prophecy foretold. There's only one problem... Their ancient prophet has passed. In the new world, they enter into unfolding chaos. Monsters pour in from their world and others. It's a fight to survive, but there's hope. This new world is a land of abundant resources. He just needs to find their new prophet, and they can all survive. But when he does, everything's wrong. For one, she isn't Lycan. She's human. And he's inexplicably drawn to her, wanting to claim her for his own. Chaos is unfolding. Bodies line the streets. Lauren's fight for survival becomes a battle against fate itself. What secrets do her dreams hold, and why does this man want to keep her for his own...? -- [NOTICE: JANUARY 2024] LAWE will be paused until later in 2025, in order to give the author time to work on her WSA competition entry and allow her hand and wrist to heal further before putting it through the stress of too many daily updates of books. -- This book contains: Dark themes, death, smut. (All hail the smut.)

a collection of short horror and thiller stories

Scarlett Catkins - a simple girl who doesn't believe in things called love, intended to retorts back to people who were rude to her. "I'm starting to have an interest in you, Red." Brooklyn Jacobsen - a guy who would express his feelings through his actions and hates to share his favourite with others. That's when he claims her as his and showed to the whole world that she's the one for him, and always be her. It's her first romance.

Gozay, a determined high schooler, has chased Maya, the class topper, despite her endless rejections. But when he finally gives up, Maya realizes she loves him—only it’s too late. In a desperate test of his loyalty, Maya involves her inseparable cousin and best friend, Rina, unaware of Rina's quiet love for Gozay. Now, Gozay is torn between the girl he’s always dreamed of and the one who truly loves him, while Maya and Rina face a heart-wrenching choice between love and family.

An innocent guy who has just started going to college gets his life changed when a politician's notorious son falls in love with him. Achyut, despite being the guy every girl or boy desires has locked his eyes on Sohail, a normal guy with no desire to fall in love but to be focused on studies and taking care of his father. What happens when Sohail rejects Achyut and how does Achyut take it? Will Sohail fall in love? As for Achyut what he wanted as one night stand turned into something which made him super possessive for Sohail making sure that nobody touches him. Let's read the story of Achyut and Sohail..

Then, Keira added in her hoarse sweet voice, "I will enter the Military Academy to conquer you, General Zach. So be ready, because I never take a 'NO' for an answer." That was the last words that Keira dropped before she closed the gap and kissed Zach on his lips, leaving him just staring at her in utter bewilderment. ******* Keira Chan is a young goddess of beauty but is spoilt, rebellious, stubborn and obstinate at the young age of her youth. Her bull headed character distraught strategically when she met General Zacharias 'Zach' Lim a striking hunk and the youngest general of the top tier military troop in their country. Keira had have a love at first sight, instant crush and in fleeting attraction on encountering him. She fell deeply in the depths and abyss of love with this cold, aloof, broken hearted and blooded soldiers. He'd his fragile heart broken once by some senseless EX so her mission was to melt his frozen heart and break down his guarded walls. Will she be successful in wooing and making the most brooding man ever fall in love with her?

When RAIN MAIA SMITH aka PHOENIX clash with LUCIEN RUSHELL ANDERSON aka DRAGON. What will happen? Will they hate each other and become mortal enemies? or Will they fall in love with each other and become lovers?

Valarie Miller, the only child of her late mother remembers her death with anguish because she lost two things at the same time. First, she gave her heart to Brian Garfield, the future President of a leading cosmetics company that night to raise funds for her sick mother's hospital bill. Secondly, to her despair, she returned to the hospital in the morning with so much money from him only to discover that her mother was dead and she hated men and the will to live. Likewise, she went into hiding while carrying Brian's pregnancy. She delivered a set of twins - boy and girl afterward and named them, Brian and Valarie. To her chagrin, three years later, she could not stop thinking of him. Unknown to her, Brian hated women too especially her stepsister, Jane who lured her to him and could not think of another woman but her. She got tired of missing him and returned with his children that morning only to discover that he was getting married to her stepsister, Jane. Can she win her first love back?

Seok Hye-su has long since moved on from her high school heartbreak—or so she thought. Life in Incheon is predictable, and that’s just how she likes it. But everything changes one chilly afternoon when the flashing of cameras and the hum of a growing crowd pull her attention. Turning the corner, she sees him: Dong Chan-wook, now a famous singer, surrounded by fans and media. Years ago, he was the boy who promised to love her forever, only to shatter that promise in pursuit of fame. And now, standing in the spotlight he left her for, he looks as shocked to see her as she feels to see him. As their paths unexpectedly cross again, old wounds resurface and sparks ignite. But fame has made Chan-wook untouchable, and Hye-su has vowed never to let herself be hurt again. Can they rewrite the story of their past, or are some chapters better left closed? In this heartfelt and unexpected reunion, Fame and First Love explores love, loss, and the question of whether some stars are meant to shine together—or apart.

Elise grew up in a loving adoptive family. Having experienced a difficult childhood, she works hard to become a top model in the country and internationally. Love comes knocking on her door, she gets engaged to an insanely handsome young billionaire, her life becomes a living dream. Tragedy however begins knocking on her door when her family members begin to die one by one. She finds out her true identity and the extent of her powers. She identifies the monster behind the deaths in her family, her husband. Will her love overcome her desire for revenge?

A deleted cut scene between Akira and Hinata during their one night at a mountain shrine. After they had escaped the secret police. This is a spicy rated oneshot.

"Letters to my first love" is a book of letters from the point of view of a girl experiencing her first love. Sweetness and bitterness. Deep emotions. Highs, lows, passion, anger, meetings and disagreements, distance. Letters that come from the soul expressed in words. From lovers who connect through heart, body, spirit and soul. With a hundred letters, we travel a sweet and profound journey of a first love.