The First Night With The Duke

Lucas Costanzo,29,a dangerous mafia king feared by all. Although his face is unknown in the Mafia world, his name is enough to make everyone scared. His life was pretty simple until one night he met someone who changed his entire life. Bella knights,25,a simple orphan girl who is a normal office worker. She lives with her cute daughter Rachel. But that one night which she spend together with him, changed everything for her. This book is romance genre and contains some explicit scenes but it also primarily focuses on the journey of feeling love for the first time. The story revolves around the journey of a man and a woman who have never encountered true love. They both discover their love for each other and promise to be together till eternity. The characters experiences various stages of love together and learn to understand each other. Please give it lots of love. If you found the characters interesting, don't forget to add it in library. Mature content 18+ Excerpt: Bella: Don't tease me, anymore. Lucas:You know, you are so wet, baby. Bella: Touch me please. He put his head in between her thighs and his breath hit her opening. Bella:What are you doing? Lucas: Taking you to the real heaven, baby. Also every comment will be liked by the author.So please comment a lot. "Cover rights to respective owners" Stay tuned!!

An Imperial Scholar by day. An assassin by night. The World of Cultivation has changed. Elemental Mancers. Flux Mancers. Spirit Mancers. Soul Mancers. Raining down fire and splitting oceans. Destroying mountains with a single stomp and calming skies with a glance. Controlling the tides of Karma, while wielding the souls of others like a puppeteer tugging on the Lines of Fate. The most mysterious of them all were Spirit Mancers, a truth that Theron was more than intimately familiar with. Due to one's Tribulation, his life was turned upside down. His family, his rage, his somber sadness becoming nothing more than Bad Karma's fuel for a madman. He was once a gentle young man, a non-combative Water Mancer who wanted nothing more than to read his novels to the sound of the rain and one day become an Imperial Scholar. But now... Everything had changed. He donned a cloak in the silent night as the clouds above gathered. Pulling its hood over his chilling blue eyes, he stalked off into the darkness. The first droplets fell. He would become the nightmare of his enemies, the blade hidden in the shadows of Heaven's tears. The River of the Night.

Emma Parker, a hard-working cleaner in a Dallas hotel, never imagined her life would change dramatically after one fateful, drunken encounter with ruthless billionaire Alex Cardwell. That single night of passion leads to an unexpected pregnancy, thrusting her into a world of luxury, deception and betrayal. As Alex struggles with a failing marriage with a manipulative Victoria, his life begins to unravel as Emma's pregnancy threatens to expose the cracks in his carefully controlled life. Torn between the simple life she's always known and the dangerous seductive pull of Alex’s world, Emma must decide who to trust. With enemies closing in and dark secrets coming to life, the stakes couldn't be higher. Can Emma protect herself and her child from the forces trying to destroy them? Can she navigate these treacherous waters? Will love triumph, or will their buried past tear them apart forever?

Rosellene Valentine, the eldest daughter of the Earl Valentine, was the epitome of beauty, a fragile and untouchable rose that bloomed in the frozen gardens of the Valentine estate. After reaching the depths of despair. She returned unexpectedly, stepping back in time by seven years. Before fate and time had ruined her. Then, She met him...The Duke of Eryndor, the kingdom's guardian and shield. She had become gracefully attuned to the admiring glances and silent reverence of those around her. So much that she could feel the weight of every lingering glance, the unspoken affection in his eyes, as his love for her bloomed, undeniable and apparent...once again. "Should your joy be the prize, I would gladly place myself at your service." His golden eyes seems to glow faintly in the dark as he whispered softly. (The Prince charming X The Damsel in Distress)

In order not to bring the wrath of the Galwynn Empire Duke upon their kingdom, the Everia King gave out his daughter as a potential bride. In a world full of power-thirsty rulers, nowhere was safe. Hareton Sullivan, the bloodthirsty Duke has eyes for the baker's daughter only but the political truce between him and the Everia King must stand. Will Princess Marcella Dominic allow the Duke's heart to be stolen by the commoner's daughter? What will Victoria do when she finds out that the Duke is heartless and cruel?.

Tirnath, the youngest son of the Chieftain of the Zitharan Tribe, accompanied his father and brother to the central village of the confederation. Tirnath went there because the only healer who could cure him lived there. However, on their way back, their group was ambushed by an unknown group. That bloody night killed the entire party, except Tirnath, who was lucky. With an exhausted body and an exhausted soul, he knew he would die soon. He was angry that he would die soon, but he was also afraid. Suddenly, a voice called him. The voice of a totem spirit, a spirit that can give him a chance and help him avenge himself.

18 and naive, Belle Hart thought marriage would end her misery, only to realize it had just begun! What started as a promising love turned out to be a facade, would Belle choose between a second chance or leave? She met her mate, the Duke, who she proposed to when she came of age. A month in, things took a turn. The Duke leaves for war before she could inform him about her pregnancy, only for him to return with a mysterious woman whom he claimed to be his new wife! The audacity! Trouble ensued and Belle suffered a miscarriage as a result. … “What did you just say?” He asked, his gaze darkening. “You heard me well, I seek a divorce. I wish for us to go our separate ways,” she replied, her voice steady as she met his gaze with confidence, though inwardly she was shaken by his presence. “You are my mate, Belle, and I am yours. Divorce is the most foolish notion you could entertain. Do you believe any man would take a worthless creature like you as his wife?” He scoffed, his words biting, causing her heart to ache. … The Duke's refusal pushed Belle into the arms of the king. All she had to do was bear him an heir and he would help her get her revenge! "I want you to marry me, Your Majesty, and aid me in seeking my revenge against the Duke and those who have wronged me. In exchange, I shall bear you an heir before you help me," she said, her voice steady and full of purpose. What will the choice be?

In 2076, the sun vanished, plunging the world into eternal night and ushering in an age of vampire dominion. Humanity crumbled under the matriarchal rule of the Queen and her Prime Minister, Aaron Von Ichi, as love and loyalty became dangerous games in a world ruled by desire and power. Astorine Vaughn Alder, born human but raised amidst the decadence of the Earthen Empire, struggles to find her place in a court teeming with betrayal and bloodlust. As secrets about her lineage and destiny begin to unravel, Astorine is drawn into a dangerous dance of love, lust, and ambition. Her humanity is both a strength and a weakness as she navigates the treacherous paths of power. But as her rise begins, whispers of her transformation hint at a fate far darker than she could have imagined—a fate that will bind her to the night forever.

Eren Kain was an ordinary engineer and inventor until the day the Tower of Trials appeared. A massive, otherworldly spire reaching into the heavens, the tower beckoned humanity with promises of power, wealth, and immortality—but also death. Unlike the others, Eren was forcibly bound to the Tower. No one else could enter until he began his climb, and he couldn’t leave unless he reached the top. Stripped of magic, aura, or any supernatural ability, Eren’s only advantage is his engineering genius and the technology he can smuggle in. From basic firearms to drones and exoskeletons, he uses every tool at his disposal to survive the monsters, traps, and bizarre ecosystems within the Tower. Yet even technology has its limits in a world governed by magic. As Eren climbs, he discovers the Tower isn’t just a trial but a puzzle. Its magic isn’t arbitrary—it’s systematic, a science he slowly learns to decode. However, one wrong calculation could kill him instantly, forcing him to balance experimentation with survival. He scavenges magic crystals, artifacts, and spell books, using them in crude, improvised ways to bolster his arsenal. Over time, he begins merging technology and magic, creating unique hybrid tools to overcome the increasingly insurmountable challenges. But why was Eren chosen? What secret does the Tower hold? With no escape and the weight of humanity’s fate on his shoulders, Eren must climb—not just to survive, but to unravel the truth of the Tower itself. every 50 collections I’ll give a chapter and every 20 powerstones I’ll give a chapter every 10 reviews I’ll give a chapter

[The citizens of planet #674589 has been given the opportunity to awaken.] With this abrupt message that appeared out of nowhere, the world as everyone knew it had ended. A series of apocalyptic level of natural disaster washed over the Earth, claiming numerous lives in the process. Every lifeform on earth that managed to survive the apocalyptic natural disaster was given immense power. Animals metamorphosed into terrifying beasts and various plants gained self-awareness, while the surviving humans gained powerful supernatural abilities. Leo, a young man finally left the orphanage, a place he'd called home for his entire 16 years of life. With his dreams of finally breaking free and experiencing adult life outside of the orphanage finally coming true, his world was turned upside down after receiving the message with the rest of the world. Freedom was no longer something given, it now had to be earned. This apocalyptic and ruined world was something that could take kill him in an instant. [Requirements met. First Seal Broken.] [Innate skill awakened: Regeneration.]

*****Excerpt***** “Don’t,” she whispered, her words shaky and desperate. “Please, Raph, don’t.” “Don’t what?” he murmured, his lips brushing her collarbone now. “This isn’t right. We shouldn’t…” “But we have,” he countered, his voice unwavering. Her knees threatened to give way, her strength faltering against the onslaught of sensation. She felt his hands on her shoulders, firm but not unkind, as he turned her to face him. Her heart hammered wildly as he lifted her with ease, placing her on the edge of his desk. He parted her legs with his hands and stepped between them, his large hands bracketing her waist. Their faces were inches apart, his breath warm against her lips. Her senses were drowning in him, in the heat of his body and the sheer magnetism of his gaze. “Tell me to stop,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper. “And I will. I’ll let you go and never ask this of you again. But it’s your choice, Natalie. Only yours.” Her mind screamed at her to end it, to take the out he offered. But her body betrayed her, leaning into him, craving his touch. He held her steady, his patience unnerving, as though he knew she would falter. “I’m waiting, Nat,” he urged, his voice softening, though his grip on her remained firm. “Raphael…” Her voice was a breathless plea, her will crumbling. “Yes, sweetheart?” Her hands found their way to his shoulders, clutching at the fabric of his shirt. She couldn’t stop the words that slipped from her lips, nor could she deny the truth in them. “Make love to me.” A dark smile curved his lips as he claimed her mouth in a kiss that stole her breath. “Good choice,” he whispered against her skin. “Because I wasn’t planning on letting you go.” *****Synopsis***** Raphael Emberlin, the Duke of Barrington, and his maid, Natalie Scott, are kidnapped while on a journey. After escaping their captors, they find themselves in a strange, unfamiliar land far from home. Everything around them is different, from the language to the people, and they must find their way back, all while learning to navigate the challenges of being stuck with each other. Raphael, used to being in control, struggles to trust anyone, especially Natalie. However, as they travel together, he begins to see her in a new light—her strength, courage, and ability to handle tough situations. On the other hand, Natalie has to deal with Raphael’s arrogance and pride, but she also notices his vulnerability and starts to understand him better. As they journey through this unknown world, their relationship starts to change. What began as a forced partnership slowly grows into something deeper. They each discover new strengths within themselves and each other. By the time they finally return home, they are left wondering whether they can go back to their old lives or if the journey has changed them forever.

In the opulent heart of the Ruby Republic, Evangeline Hightower, the ambitious granddaughter of a ruthless business tycoon, finds herself entangled in a high-stakes game of power and ambition. Driven by the desire to inherit her grandfather's vast empire, she's willing to risk everything, even breaking the cardinal rules instilled in her from a young age. Her quest leads her to the enigmatic Lyra, the infamous Night Enchantress, a woman rumored to have toppled empires with her cunning and allure. Lyra offers Evangeline a chance to secure her legacy, but at a price that challenges Evangeline's morals and tests the limits of her ambition.

Aria has always been a normal werewolf waiting to find her mate except she isn't A normal wolf... if only she knows the secrets that lie within her

As Mia drove through the bustling city streets, her heart began to race—not from the traffic, but from the chilling knowledge that a bomb had been planted in her car. The news had come through a frantic message on her phone, a warning from an anonymous source that sent her spiraling into a state of panic. She gripped the steering wheel tightly, her knuckles turning white as she fought to maintain control. With every red light, her dread deepened. She knew that the moment she stopped the car, the bomb would detonate. The thought of leaving her Lysander behind filled her with a profound sense of sorrow. They had so many plans, dreams of a future together that now felt impossibly distant. With trembling hands, she picked up her phone and dialed Lysander’s number. “Mi Amore?” Lysander’s voice came through, laced with concern. “What’s wrong?” Mia smiled sadly, he could always tell when something was bothering her and yet she was going to leave him. “Lysander , I need you to listen to me,” she said, her voice quivering. “ You’re a very great person. I never thought I would find this type of love. I only thought love like this was just a fairytale. But you….you….” Mia paused taking in a deep breath. “Anna? What’s happening? Is something wrong? You’re scaring me.” Tears rolled down her cheeks as she turned her head towards the backseat where the bomb sat. How could she tell this to Lysander? She was going to die and leave him. She was going to leave him alone with the thoughts and dreams they shared. Silence hung heavy on the line, and Anna could almost hear the rapid beating of her heart. “I just found out…… I… I don’t have much time,” she choked out, tears streaming down her cheeks. “I’m so sorry, love. I won’t be able to see you again.” “Don’t say that! We’ll figure this out! Just tell me what’s happening? ” he urged, desperation creeping into his tone. “No, please, just listen. It’s too late now. I love you so much, and I want you to remember that. You’ve made my life so beautiful. I wish I could hold you one last time.” Her voice broke as she fought to keep her composure. “Anna, don’t—” “I have to go, Lysander . Just know that I’m always with you.” With that, she hung up, her heart shattering into a million pieces. She looked at the cliff ahead of her and stepped on the gas, the car racing towards the cliff. ************* In the heart of a bustling college town, twenty-year-old Anna Mia Harper is juggling classes, bills, and a growing sense of despair as an orphan navigating life on her own. Desperate for cash, she stumbles upon a peculiar job listing: a grave cleaner and companion for the dead at the local cemetery, promising a month’s rent for just one night of work. Excited by the prospect, Anna Mia arrives under the eerie glow of the moon, ready to face whatever the night may bring. But when she encounters a mysterious man lounging atop a tombstone—one who bears a striking resemblance to a deceased local legend—her heart races. Is he a ghost, a trick of the light, or something more sinister?

After an experiment goes awry, Samara finds herself in the mystical land of Lumicrestia, where dark forces are drawn to her for reasons she doesn’t understand. As she struggles to adapt to this new world, she gains an unexpected protector in Duke Mikhail Aster, a powerful figure both feared and revered. Samara feels an unshakable sense of familiarity with the Duke, and as they delve into the secrets of their intertwined pasts, they must also navigate the treacherous politics of Lumicrestia. Their growing bond tested as they face a corrupt high priest and an ancient deity bent on plunging the world into darkness.

A man gets reincarnated or transmigrated into a world full of steampunking, gods, and weird misconseptions. He fights the cruel world in order to find his lost memories and restore or destroy this body's life. Gifted three cards he must beat the odds that were never in his favor. -Read to find out more

Vilaria is a land where fae dwell. Shouldn't they live in peace, happiness, and so on? Turns out that the fae are much more bloodthirsty and complex than what the stories had made us believe. When Nyx, a changeling, abandoned by her parents, becomes a new guard at the Court of Spring and Blossoms, she doesn't even know what perils await her. There is a revolution brewing in the realm of Kobolds, the Undine pirates have been ransacking the shores, the Sylph army is preparing to introduce the martial law and close the borders, and the Salamanders refuse to even attend the annual council. Yet the Seelies, creators of the world, do not care - they dance and drink in the shadowy realm beyond the reach of common fae, their mouths full of nectar as Vilaria crumbles. The only connection they have with the world is through Lunarie, fae of stars and moons who keep the portal to their realm hidden. But the faith in them is dwindling. Do they even exist? Are they the actual creators? Did they abandon their creation, or have they never had anything to do with it? Is it all a Lunarian ploy? If they don't care for the chaos... do they enjoy it? There are so many questions and so few answers. --- I will also be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com.

"Marry me" Moore stretch the ring towards Ember proposing to him the moment she saw him. "You must be out of your mind, how can I marry a someone like you? I don't even want to marry" Ember hissed and left Moore standing. Moore looked shocked, she thought she must be really out of her mind for proposing marriage to just an ordinary guy she met at the night club. But what can she do? She is pregnant for that ordinary man who is a popular gangster. ** "I must have been a fool to turn down such great opportunity" Ember let out regretfully. Now he wants to have her name and will do anything to have it. "I must bear her name regardless" he promised himself. Ember, a gangster who loves to seduce pretty, rich ladies only. He met with Moore Morgan, the most popular billionairess business tycoon and the only perfect woman in the country who disguise herself to Emerald night club where Ember frequents. Moore followed Enny her friend to Emerald night club to relief herself of work stress but her attention caught Ember, a charming handsome dude and decides to have fun with him. But she suddenly falls pregnant and decides to abort the baby, but it was too dangerous for her health, so she decides to keep the pregnancy. Since she don't want to give birth out of wedlock and loose her place as the CEO of Morgan foods and products, she decides to look for Ember who is responsible for the pregnancy, but was rejected.

Jovana Stafford, a determined alchemist, risked everything to save her brother with a bluish potion of unpredictable power called Serendipity. The Duke Of Veridian, Caspian Clifford, the kingdom's most formidable force, was tasked with finding the creator of Serendipity. When their worlds intertwined at a debutante ball, an undeniable attraction sparked between them, and their meeting became a clandestine affair. As Jovana struggled to keep her secret, and Caspian grappled with his duty, they must navigate a perilous path of love and loyalty. Will Caspian betray Jovana to fulfil his duty, or will he defy the kingdom to protect her?

Liforia is the illegitimate daughter of count Absterweb. Being born from an affair from the count one night affair with a maid, she was treated as a useless doll. Liforia never knew her mother as after she was born the count wife had fired her mother. When Liforia turned 19, she finds out that her father had married her off to the rumored cold blooded Duke of the North in exchange for a large sum of money.

Growing up in the Winter Moon Pack, Astoria faced relentless mistreatment but couldn't help falling for Kieran, the indifferent yet charismatic son of the Alpha. One night, a single encounter between them left Astoria with a life-altering secret. Years later, Kieran returns to claim his position as Alpha, only to find there's a condition he must meet to lead the pack. Astoria now finds herself in a complicated and dangerous situation that could change everything.

In the bustling city where the nightlife pulses with energy, Mia, a talented dancer at a popular nightclub, finds herself caught in a whirlwind of passion and intrigue. Every night, she captivates the audience with her sultry performances, but behind the spotlight, she longs for a deeper connection. One fateful evening, she meets Alex, a mysterious and alluring stranger who seems to understand her in ways no one else does. Drawn to his magnetic presence, Mia is swept off her feet as they share stolen moments between dances, igniting a fiery romance that feels both exhilarating and dangerous. As their relationship deepens, Mia discovers that Alex has secrets of his own—he’s not just a charming patron; he’s a successful entrepreneur with ties to the city's elite. Torn between her growing feelings for him and the fear of losing her independence, Mia must navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and trust.

What happens when an android wakes up with a consciousness and a soul? What if he finds himself in a parallel universe of fantasy brimming with magical energy and guided by the voice of his dead creator? What happens when he meets the parallel version of his creator? Well. Let’s find out in this tale of an android trying to find his place in this new world as he unravels lost secrets, acquires new powers, and finds companions. Let the journey begin. ********************************************************* This is my first work. There might be some grammatical mistakes so go easy on me. Also, I would appreciate any suggestions to improve the story. There could be some inconsistency in the number of chapters released. But I'll make sure to give out new chapters every week. The cover image doesn't belong to me.

Lady Sophie’s husband, Duke Lucas of Rogethen, asks her for an open marriage after she finds out he's been sleeping with another woman for months. The powerful dragon in the woods proposes a scheme for revenge and it involves tricking her husband into believing that his perfect, docile wife is falling for someone else. The first step of their plan? Purchasing her with gold.

Red Anderson has always been a survivor, but when a fatal car accident ends her life, she awakens in the unlikeliest place—the body of Yulianna McGregor, the delicate daughter of a baron from a distant era. Thrust into a world of opulence and treachery, Red is forced to navigate the fragile facade of Yulianna’s life while seeking answers about her own death and this bewildering second chance at life. But Yulianna’s world is far from safe. A controlling stepmother, a manipulative father, and the shadow of a powerful Duke, threaten to unearth secrets that should have stayed buried. As Red delves deeper into Yulianna’s past, she discovers that her presence may not be a coincidence, and her escape may come at a greater cost than she imagined. Caught between unraveling the mystery of Yulianna’s death, confronting the dangers of her new reality, and resisting an undeniable pull toward the Duke, Red faces an impossible choice: fight to return to her modern life or embrace the chaos of the one she’s inherited.

"What Lengths would you go to have the power to shape your own path? What would you give up? How far would you go?" "I have gone far and given much to get where I am today. Maybe my story would help you to figure it out. Sit, Listen. This is the story of Cytar's First Lich."

Evan was an Award-winning actor and the CEO of the biggest entertainment industry company. He was the richest person in America. After having One-Night stand with Evan. Ella left the country for 5 years and gave birth to his child secretly. On the other side, Evan got into a serious accident, which left his legs paralyzed, and the doctor told him that it was hard for him to walk again. He can no longer going to have children. Will he ever be able to know about his child Cherry? Will he ever be able to walk again? Will he ever going to get love from Ella? What will happen next if he gets to know about his child? Plot: There is a secret identity of Main Male Lead, which you will get to know after 100 chapters. Main Female Lead who endured bullying but became strong and can't stand it anymore. Female lead runs away while being pregnant. Youthful Female Lead and an experienced Male Lead. The story is very dramatic and full of new plots. A/n: I have submitted this story for the viral book call and had planned this just according to that contest. I hope that you all will support my new story.♡