Ms Balalaika

[Mature Content] Arabella Donovan sacrificed her youth solely for her husband. However, he divorced her because she could not bear children for him, causing her great pain. Bella decided to disappear from his life. Five years later, she returned to the country with her adorable son. Her peaceful life started to get disturbed when her ex-husband chased her back the moment he found out she was giving birth to his son. But now, she wasn't the same Bella she used to be. She is an entirely different person. ***** "Boss, she's back!" "Who?" Tristan Sinclair asked while scribbling his signature across stacks of papers. "Your wife—" The assistant hesitated, watching Tristan closely. When he saw Tristan's furrowed brows, he corrected himself. "Sorry, I mean your ex-wife, Ms. Donovan. She's returned with a boy..." Tristan sighed, eyeing the contract before him.  After five years of searching, only to find out she's moved on, it feels hurt. But he couldn't avoid it. She deserves happiness with someone else. He'll take this loss.  "She deserves a new husband..." Tristan muttered, dismissing his assistant. "Boss, what I meant was the cute little boy. I think he's around four years old—" Tristan snapped. His head up, fixing his sharp gaze on his assistant. "I need you to arrange a DNA test for the kid. And get me her address!"  A glimmer appeared in his eyes as a smile slowly spread across his face. ______ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back (Completed) 7. Betrayed by Fiancé, Embraced by Hidden Tycoon (Serializing) _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> FB Page: Author_Purplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver _____ Notes: The book cover belongs to the author. Please don't reuse it!

Tan Rou only learned that she wasn’t the Tan family’s daughter when she was seventeen years old. She went from being a rich young lady to living in the slums. The parents she adored belonged to someone else, and this series of knockdowns was hard for a seventeen-year-old girl to accept. She wailed like a child for the sake of proving this was all a lie. The vicious words she spouted had hurt her biological family but she didn’t notice. She thought the Tan family was her real family despite them seeing her as an eyesore, and was even naive enough to want to befriend the Tan family’s real daughter, Tan Jing. Alas, the latter drugged her drink and arrange for a thug to rape her. Tan Jing even brought their classmates along to catch them in the act so Tan Rou was now tainted for life. After being reborn, she looked down at the man she was stepping on. Tan Rou swore not to be a useless wretch in this life or be bullied to death. She would stomp on those who wronged her and make it up to her real family. They wouldn’t have had to die tragically on the streets in the past life had it not been for her. Tan Rou turned completely evil after crawling back out of Hell. Everyone claimed that the real young lady was educated and talented, while the fake young lady was arrogant and incompetent. Tan Rou scoffed upon hearing this. She held back her brother from trying to stand up for her. “We have all the time in the world. Let’s just wait and see.” Just as everyone was waiting for Tan Rou to make a fool of herself… A top-class perfumer, a top scholar, a world champion… The fake young lady’s multiple identities kept getting exposed one after another, bumping her up to number one on the trending search, shocking the world. Wait, where was the promised humiliation?

The room falls silent. Adwait reflects on his mother's words and eventually decides to agree to remarry. He tells Aadharsh ji, "Tell mom I'm ready for the marriage, but remember, the woman will only be Anvi's mother and our family's daughter-in-law, nothing more." Meanwhile, in another house, Sangeeta ji scolds Sanskriti, "You're a curse! You lost your husband and now dare to show attitude here? You're just a servant, nothing more. Don't dare to show your tantrums." Sanskriti breaks down in tears, and Sudha ji comforts her, "Don't cry, child. Your tears are worthless here. Don't waste them." Sanskriti asks Sudha ji, "Maa, am I the reason for my husband's death? Am I the reason I'm a widow? I didn't choose to be a widow, did I? What's my mistake? Why does everyone blame me?" Sudha's heart aches, but she has no answers to soothe Sanskriti's pain. **********************************

People say that after marriage, a woman's true home is her husband's house. But what happens when that home feels nothing less than a living hell? What if the man for whom she leaves everything behind doesn’t value her at all? Sarika's life is just like this. Sarika Adrijay Chaudhary, who couldn’t fulfill her dreams due to her family’s poverty, finds herself married into a wealthy household. A family that, despite being well-educated, still holds narrow-minded views. In a life filled with darkness, the only ray of light for Sarika was her children. For nine long years, Sarika selflessly devoted herself to her in-laws, who never truly acknowledged her worth. Even her husband, Adrijay, only remembered her to fulfill his own needs, never giving her love or attention. However, after nine years of marriage, Adrijay begins to realize his mistakes, but by then, a lot had already been lost. Will Adrijay be able to win Sarika back? Will Sarika ever be able to fulfill her dreams? Can love blossom between Adrijay and Sarika? To find out, read Falling for My Wife. *************************************

Yasin is hired as a new manager of an up and coming idol group. While these idols might seem polite and nice on screen, Yasin quickly found that they were the opposite once the camera were turned off. Can Yasin still help this group of idols reach stardom? Can he really take care of this Devil Idols in disguise?

Ms.T a orphan who was living near a certain kingdom but found 3 lost children that had special uniqueness to them More of Synopsis to be...

" The choral played perfectly but a note was missing always.... It was not there but made everyone obvious of it's absence... She was that final melody of the choral, of Our Mafia Choral... she made it our choral." Anzhelina Andreev, a normal, bubbly, 17 year old teenager living with her "totally normal loving father" , tries hard and scores well in school and lives a totally normal social life in school. But is she really normal? Will she ever let anyone know about the harsh abuse she goes through on the name of training? But why was she being trained? And what for? Secrets unfold, mysteries unrolls with the future so unpredictable. What happenes when she finds out she has her real biological father and four brothers away in New York, when her "father" looses her custody..? And her real name is not Anzhelina Andreev but Anzhelina Ivankov??? ------------------------------------------------------------ " I never told you to train her! I told you to protect her!!!" Valerian Ivankov's voice boomed in the room, trembling Artur standing infornt of him. "... Sir.. The.. t-training wi-will protect her..." he mustterd courage to reply. Anger seethed out as aura from Valerian.." Protect her!?! You turned my Daughter into a Bloody Assassin!!!" ------------------------------------------------------------ Tw: Abuse, murder, sexual assualt, r@pe, blood, torture (* SPOLIER ALERT: it's not the cliche brothers and sister mafia book)

The Ye family’s foolish girl is reborn one day! With an omnipotent divine cauldron and a spiritual space in hand, she is no longer the good-for-nothing, abandoned girl that everyone bullies at sight! She is so invincible with both medicine and poison that even a divine doctor will be nothing beside her, Spiritual beasts beg her to make contracts… Oops, excuse her, even the Beast God calls her Boss. When her scumbag father dares to abandon his wife and daughter, she wrecks and destroys his family. When people dare to bully or humiliate her, she would return that favor a hundred times greater. Reincarnated as a human once more, she returns like a powerful sovereign. However, she never expects to be involved with the devilish and bloodthirsty him. Originally meant to be a decisive Ghost King, he ends up reincarnated into a ditsy, cute and harmless hostage prince in a neighboring rival nation…

I'm Jeon Soomin. 'Soomin' means 'smart.' My mother named me Soomin to manifest the hope that I would be born intelligent. They wanted me to grow up smart and bring them wealth, as they said. "Ms. Jeon! You're getting a promotion in a few hours! Your hard work is finally paying off!" my co-worker said. "Ms. Jeon, you should buy us soju and meat later!" someone shouted, and the others quickly agreed. I was happy. I mean, who wouldn't be? Getting a promotion and more money every payday—who wouldn't be thrilled about that? Money is everything. But fate is always unpredictable. I died in a fire. Isn't it funny? I was just about to get my promotion… Fate is truly unfair. . . . I heard a splashing sound. Is this heaven? But why is it so cold? I thought. Then I shouted, "WHAT THE FUCK?!" as I opened my eyes. I was confused. Where am I? Who the hell are these ugly kids... teens...? I DON'T KNOW! JUST TELL ME WHERE I AM!

A young man named: Deacon Cross was born into a world that is controlled and regulated by a woman who goes only by: Ms. Millicent. The rules that Ms. Millicent has set in place are harsh to say the least. That is: women being able to do practically whatever they want to the men. Thankfully, Deacon meets one of the few people that decided to go against Ms. Millicent's rules.

"LOVE TRIANGLE" ---????? Taglish [IF YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND TAGALOG, PLEASE COMMENT BELOW SO THAT I CAN HELP YOU.] Do you believe in haters to lovers? that the person that you hate the most is the one you will be in love with. Because This story is all about how Weslie fell in love with Aeron despite how she hates him and how did Aeron make him fall in love with her. The main characters : Aeron - Mr. Feeling (The richest boy) Westlie - Ms. Manhid (The simple girl) Klara - magiging ex-girlfriend of Aeron Andro - magiging kaagawan ni aeron kay westlie The other characters : Lhora - westlie's best friend ( the supportive bf) Khalix - bf of therese (magiging close friends nila westlie and aeron) Therese - gf of khalix (magiging close nila westlie and aeron)

The Alien Within Grinwall is no ordinary country, and Riverdale Academy is no ordinary school. Both are covert battlegrounds where powerful beings, hidden identities, and secret alliances shape the destiny of those who inhabit them. Among these is Tessa Caldwell, a Kaelrian alien with unmatched speed and a mysterious, water-like fragrance. Adopted by her teacher, Ms. Caldwell, Tessa tries to blend in, but her distinct blue eyes betray her origins to those who know where to look. Her life changes when Adrian, a fellow Kaelrian with a fiery aura and god-like confidence, arrives at Riverdale. Their connection is undeniable, but it attracts dangerous attention. When Adrian’s alien nature is revealed during a dramatic hospital incident, chaos erupts. Government agents are dispatched, and Principal Hammond is forced to defend Riverdale’s reputation, as students react with fear, admiration, and jealousy. Bridget Mills, Tessa’s rival, mocks her defeat by claiming she lost to an "alien," while others, like Oxlade and Karl, recount how Adrian saved them. Yet the growing tension at Riverdale is only a glimpse of greater dangers. The SSG organization, a sinister force with eyes on Tessa and Adrian, is joined by an even darker figure: Ikehara, the shadow of the sun god, and a loyal follower of Rhemon, a devil with a grudge against Solaris the true sun god, whose plans threaten the survival of the Kaelrians loyal to Solaris and Lunara (moon goddess). In the midst of a high-stakes escape from SSG, Tessa and Adrian encounter the mysterious Rhemonic people. The Rhemonics, regarding Tessa as the successor to their moon goddess, worship her, forging a powerful alliance. This new found bond brings new challenges, including a dangerous quest to gather ingredients to awaken the Rhemonic people from their limited lands and blocked memories, a curse wrought by Rhemon—a devilish force once thought to be their salvation. As Rhemon rises, threatening to control both Kaelrians and Rhemonics alike, Tessa and Adrian’s mission becomes a race against time. Along the way, Tessa uncovers her heritage as the daughter of Lunara, the moon goddess, and Solaris, the sun god. Adrian, the son of Solaris and a maid, shares a complex, divine bond with Tessa, yet both are haunted by the legacies they inherit. Amidst this conflict, Ashley Duve, a woman who shares the bed and secrets with Rhemon, fools Tessa into believing she was the moon goddess, and she entered her conscious thought, gradually eroding it away while she appears helpful and wise and seemingly innocent, Ashley’s actions soon reveal her true agenda. She uses her powers to impersonate the moon goddess, taking over Tessa’s body, manipulating events to help Ikehara gather the ingredients needed to awaken Rhemon. As Ashley’s allegiance becomes clear, Tessa and Adrian realize they cannot trust anyone, not even those closest to them. Against overwhelming threats, Tessa and Adrian must fight not only to protect each other but also to save their world. Grappling with questions of identity, loyalty, and love, their journey unfolds across various chapters of betrayal, alliances, and epic confrontations with cosmic powers. Only by unlocking the potential within themselves can Tessa and Adrian hope to survive this battle, protecting the very essence of their people and the world.

The Cruelest Teachers in the World follows two teachers,Ms Linda and sir Joel, who are notorious for their extreme strictness. They hold the rank of General of Asia in the Global Education Foundation, an organization overseeing education systems worldwide. Everything they do requires approval, and any mistake—no matter how small—will be punished severely. After their time in Germany, they are assigned to Indonesia for a three-year teaching assignment. The story unfolds as they clash with the local culture and educational system, enforcing rigid rules and order, while students begin to feel the pressure and plot a rebellion. This narrative explores the tension between absolute power within the global education system and the resistance that emerges from the students who are oppressed by these rules.

Paano kung ipinanganak ka na nag iisang babae sa limang magkakapatid? Ano ang iyong gagawin? Matutuwa ka ba o maiinis? O pwede ring halong emosyon. Si Kelly Ann Marie Dela Cruz, ay isang estudyanteng magtatapos na sa kolehiyo at isa ring ulila na sa ama lumaki sya sa piling ng apat niyang kuya dahil isang OFW ang kanilang ina. Naging makabuluhan ang buhay niya lalo't naging nanay at tatay niya na ang mga kuya niya lumaki siyang umaasa sa mga ito. Kung kaya't naging kilos lalaki na rin sya pero lagi siyang sinasabihan ng mga ito na kumilos bilang babae lumaki siyang takot sa mga kuya niya pero pag si Kelly ang nag tampo sila ang unang sumusuyo. Ayaw rin nilang sinasaktan ng iba ang bunso at nag iisa nilang kapatid na babae dahil sobrang "over protective" sila dito. Kung kaya't kawawa ang magiging manliligaw niya dahil di nila papayagang magkaroon ng boyfriend si Kelly hangga't hindi sila na ikakasal apat. Si Kelly ay isang mahiyaing babae pero brusko. Pero nag bago ang lahat noong nakaalitan niya si Patrick Santos sa kanilang klase na isang binatang pinipilit itinatago ang kaniyang pinagmulan. Pero paano nalang kung na hulog na ang loob nila sa isa't isa tapos malalaman ni Kelly na kaya lang pala sya pinapakitaan ng maganda ni Patrick ay sa kadahilanang kamukha sya ng nakababata at yumao nitong kapatid. May kahihinatnan pa kaya ang relasyon ng dalawa? Hali na't basahin natin ang kwelang buhay ni Ms.Hoodie.

In the 27th century, humanity achieves the impossible—light-speed travel. As the stars open their arms to explorers, they reveal a universe teeming with breathtaking wonders and alien lifeforms. Among these are the Celestials, extraordinary creatures of immense power, each attuned to unique cosmic energies. These beings possess the ability to forge symbiotic bonds with humans, granting unparalleled strength, adaptability, and even the power to manipulate the very fabric of the universe. Young pilot Kael Varyn dreams of joining the elite Starlight Vanguard, a group of bonded warriors, called aetherkin, tasked with protecting humanity's colonies and unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. When Kael discovers an injured Celestial during a routine mission, he forms an unprecedented connection with the creature, a bond unlike any seen before. But this bond draws the attention of a shadowy faction, people who seek to exploit Celestials for their own dark ambitions. As Kael and his newfound partner grow stronger, they uncover a startling truth, humanity’s expansion into the stars has awakened ancient forces, and the fate of both humans and celestials hangs in the balance. With time running out, Kael must navigate an interstellar conflict, protect his bond, and prove that unity between species is the key to survival in a universe teetering on the brink of war.

Jake lost his parents before he got to know them. He grew up that they died by accident but learned that's not the case. He wanted to find who was behind it but the more he started to dig, the more dangers he got surrounded himself in.

Duel Monsters, a card game that existed since ancient times. Throughout history, this game has evolved and grown in excitement, and danger. Evolving from stone tablets, to cards, to holograms, to virtual reality, to physical holograms. Now we've reached new heights, Summoning the monsters themselves. Monsters, now with the ability to come to our world physically, and interact with it, the game of duel monsters has reached a new high. Now watch as we follow our young antihero as he traverse both our world, and the next.

Leonard woke up in chaos. No time to process being in another world before the madness hit. “Heavenly fate has brought us together! I’ll protect you with my life, Beauty!” yelled a proud waiter out of nowhere referring to Ms. Lin Rui, top 15 wealthiest woman in the state. “I won’t let you beasts sully her purity! Her innocence is mine to guard!” “Oh, so you want to kill me? Don’t blame me for doing the same!” Before Leonard knew it, he was thrown into a fight—protecting a pale, cowering beauty hiding behind him. Turns out, the guy trying to snatch her wasn’t just loud but had main character energy—an actual harem protagonist. Leonard fought. He won. Barely. But that was just the start. To protect her, to survive, he had to get stronger. Facing more protagonists, more villains, each more ridiculous and overpowered than the last. Leonard didn’t care about their nonsense. But then, the ding came. Eternal Protector System activated. Mission: Protect the beauty. Reward: Instant power boost + divine artifact. Protect the lady, get crazy overpowered rewards? And with it, Leonard’s chaotic new life as the one who fights the so-called “heroes” began.

Kalynda wynter was forced to marry her sister Lysandra's bankrupt fiance after catching her in the bed with her boyfriend, she had no other choice than to agree to that and get married to the man. It turned out that the man Is Not close to bankrupt and he is actually the most reputable man in the world with a large company Kalynda and Lysandra are identical twin sisters. Kalynda was swapped at birth and they thought that she was dead, she was brought to the family after living with her poor family for years. “You are nothing but just my substitute,” Lysandra said to her with a smirk. “Lysandra, I will take back everything that belongs to me and make you pay for hurting me,” kalynda wynter swore before walking to the wedding altar. ***** “Ms wynter, Mr kaidaria just willed this entertainment company to your name and you can do whatever you want with it.”

My first Original~~~ Vari Parks is an albino crocodile and a quiet, bookish student at Redwood High, a school for anthropomorphic animals. To everyone around him, he's the perfect target: a nerdy, socially awkward outcast. But Vari harbors a dark secret—one that would shake the very foundation of Redwood High. He’s a former serial killer, given a second chance to redeem himself and leave his dark past behind. However, Vari's world is turned upside down with the arrival of Pennie Williams, a transfer student and an anthropomorphic raccoon. Unbeknownst to Vari, Pennie recognizes him from her traumatic past. Years ago, she witnessed firsthand the unspeakable acts Vari committed, narrowly escaping his grasp. While Vari attempts to lead a normal life, enduring daily bullying, Pennie’s fear grows as she struggles with whether to expose him. Each encounter between them leaves her heart pounding, torn between fear and the hope that Vari truly has changed. As the pressure mounts, Pennie becomes an unwilling witness to Vari’s attempts to atone for his sins, and slowly, she realizes the depths of his guilt and pain. But when a chain of mysterious events brings shadows of Vari’s past to the surface, will he be able to protect his second chance? Or will his old darkness consume him once more? ____________________________________ Main Characters: - Vari Parks: An albino crocodile, former serial killer trying to reform. Vari is an introverted nerd who hides his dark past behind a façade of meekness. Despite his outward appearance, he constantly battles guilt and his violent urges. - Pennie Williams: A timid and cautious raccoon who transfers to Redwood High. She recognizes Vari immediately, having been a victim who escaped his grasp during his killing spree. She’s caught between exposing him and letting him move on. - Cole Maverick: A cocky, anthropomorphic lion and the leader of the bullies who torment Vari daily. Cole’s cruelty might just push Vari to his breaking point. - Ms. Adeline: A wise owl and the school counselor who senses that Vari is battling something deeper than academic stress. - Principal Redmond: A bear who knows Vari’s past and agreed to oversee his second chance, under the condition that he never harms another student

the genres of novels are not suitable for this novel so i choose the urban genre it's a story of all trimigrator reincarnator system technique powers and so on i just fealt that novels with system ms being trismaigrated reincarnated and just so on have no origin of powers system technique god space reincarnation trimigration and just so i created it has how this were created it will only have this and now it is completed

Nathan is a 18 year old highschool student. Average in everything and with decent above average grades but his life takes a turn when a new teacher Ms Jennifer entered his life as his new History teacher

A forceful marriage tied her up in a facade of a contract to him. What seemed like a bond of love ended up being a result of hatred. A mere devil's pawn, she thought to herself. Filled with nothing but hatred, remorse, and regret. Unknown to her, he loved her with all his broken pieces. She regretted the day she signed those papers, and he regretted the day he let her go. She loved him. He loved her. As simple as it is, it is as complicated as that. Ever laid an eye on something and, without worrying about the price, laid a tag on it? Well, meet "Madelyn Davis!!!" Madelyn was an optimistic, beautiful girl who had just experienced a bad incident. She had to work many jobs to make a living, but due to difficulties, she was still happy and optimistic. Ever had a beautiful family, a beautiful life, and watched later in front of you, life by life? Losing everything little by little, "Alexander Byron" had an ideal life. From that breathtaking face of his to a wealthy lifestyle and the perfect family, he watched them all fade away. One fatal accident, and he's bound to a wheelchair. Having no room for emotions any longer. Madelyn Davis thought her husband was a disabled man, but she didn't expect that he was not only healthy, but also almost almighty. She thought he disliked her, but she didn't know that he had a crush on her for many years. She thought he had no sexual ability, so she wouldn't be bothered by sex, but she didn't expect him to want to have sex with her every night... Then she realized that she was so stupid! Life is always full of surprises. She just wanted to settle down as his wife in this arranged marriage, but from the moment he reached out to help her, the destiny bond had tied their lives together. The ghost of the past, the conspiracy of that uptown society was easy to split them apart? Both of them found the light of life in each other, relying on each other to overcome the storm. "Ms Madelyn, marrying you is the best thing in my life." "Mr Byron, I'm willing to love you for the rest of my life.”

It may sound strange, but that's what it's like to be reincarnated as Madara Uchiha and no, that's not the worst, since in my past life as Tamara, a biochemist who died after being murdered by the government for finding the cure for cancer, I admired and loved Madara. Uchiha, but now he is like him, but not like him. , but like her, it devastated her. It was actually a woman. They changed the sex of their beloved Madara but it was actually her!.. All rights to Masashi Kishimoto, the development and the story as well as some characters are my authority, I hope you enjoy!.

Ayaka Yamamoto is more than just an author; she’s a literary sensation. Writing under the alluring pseudonym Ms. Midnight, she has captured the hearts and minds of readers with her intricately woven murder mysteries. Her stories, filled with unexpected twists and heart-stopping suspense, have made her a cornerstone of the genre. But just as she is poised to unleash her latest masterpiece—a thrilling narrative brimming with shadows, betrayal, and bloodshed—Ayaka faces an unanticipated blow: her manuscript is met with cold rejection from her editor. As the stakes rise and the pressure mounts, a surprising revelation emerges. Ayaka’s loyal fans are craving something different—they long for romance! They yearn for tales that spark passion and stir the soul, just as much as they cherish her signature suspense. As discussions with her editor grow increasingly intense, Ayaka reaches a pivotal juncture. With an ultimatum hanging over her, she must wrestle with a daunting choice: incorporate romance into her upcoming novel or risk letting go of the genre she loves. Reluctantly, Ayaka embarks on this new adventure, diving deep into the intricate realm of emotional storytelling. As she explores the complexities of love and longing, one tantalizing question looms: Can she tap into the raw emotions needed to create characters that resonate, or will the beloved legacy of Ms. Midnight slip away, like whispers in the night?

In the bustling metropolis and the tranquil mountainside, an unexpected encounter sparks an electrifying romance fraught with danger and deception. Detective Alex Kane, grappling with amnesia after a mysterious accident, finds himself drawn to the enigmatic Mia Black, a skilled assassin on a covert mission. As Alex pieces together fragments of his forgotten past, he unwittingly unearths hidden truths that link their fates. With each passing chapter, the stakes escalate as they face betrayals, hidden identities, and a relentless conspiracy. Mia's orders to eliminate Alex clash with her growing affection for him, leading to intense confrontations and shocking revelations. Together, they unravel layers of deceit, forming an uneasy alliance to uncover the mastermind manipulating their lives. From daring rescues and life-threatening battles to heart-wrenching confessions, "Veils of Shadows" is a thrilling rollercoaster of emotions and intrigue. Amidst the chaos, Alex and Mia's bond deepens, forcing them to confront their darkest fears and secrets. But just when they believe they have uncovered the ultimate truth, another twist leaves them on the brink, questioning everything they thought they knew.

The unexpected marriage of a lecturer and student.How they leads their life and fall for each other.

"Speaking of knowing things…" Kyle said slowly, "You still haven't given me a chance to tell my story." "I know," said Andrea. "I was having too much fun speculating. Finding you like this is a gift, and I don't want to tear the wrapping off all at once. ‘Building up the anticipation makes it better.’" Kyle blinked again, then gave a quiet snort of recognition at his own words being thrown back at him. "So what is your speculation?" Kyle asked. "Oh I don't know, probably something utterly disappointing. Did they pick you up for speeding on the way to the farmers market? I guess that wouldn't explain the uh…" she gestured at his injury again. "It wouldn't explain that now, would it. Oh, I know! You got into a fight over the last piece of bluefin!" Kyle just shook his head slightly. "No? I guess it's too much to hope you did something really exciting like rob a bank—You're not secretly a cat burglar are you, Kyle? Lose your balance breaking into an art gallery? No…?" Kyle looked unamused. "Very funny, Chuckles, would you mind taking this a little more seriously?" "Of course," said Andrea. "Very serious for a lawyer to have been arrested. You could be disciplined. Disbarred! Why, we might not see each other in court anymore. Wouldn't that be a shame." "Wouldn't it though," replied Kyle. "So that's the kind of guy you think I am? Stealing fine art and fighting in fish markets?” Andrea pondered some more. "I know!" she exclaimed. "Did you get into a fight with someone's boyfriend? Did it turn out that you were your young lady's bit on the side, and you ended up having a domestic dispute?" Kyle winced. "Is that it?!" Andrea had been teasing, but it seems like she had touched a nerve. To whatever degree Kyle had seemed like he'd been playing along, even as worn down as he was, that last remark had left him deflated. Kyle hung his head. "It wasn't like that…" "Oh sure, like you haven't been collecting notches on your bedposts." "I'M not like that." "You're not? That's not what your reputation says, out there collecting numbers and breaking hearts. I heard that you were a real ladykil–" "Andrea! I'm not–" Kyle shouted, grabbing her hands. His hands were strong, and his grip so tight it almost hurt. His expression so intense, frustrated and hurt and… scared? Andrea knew she had been twisting the knife a little into something that bothered him, but what had caused this reaction? It was only for a moment, then Kyle seemed to catch himself and let go. He slumped back in his chair and slid his shackled hands back below the table. Andrea leaned back as well, adding to the distance, and folded her arms, no longer smiling. She glanced at the duress button out of the corner of her eye. If Kyle had kept holding her as tightly as he had been, she wouldn't have even been able to reach it. "I think we're ready for storytime now," she said seriously. “I think you had better start at the punchline. What have you been charged with, Mr Wynn?" Kyle took a deep breath before he raised his head once more. "Murder, Ms Mason. First Degree Murder." *** Andrea Mason, a defense attorney who cares more about justice and protecting her clients than just winning cases. But the one man she hates to lose to is her rival, the arrogant prosecutor, Kyle Wynn. Kyle represents everything Andi hates about unscrupulous win-at-all-costs lawyers, and for years they have traded arguments in the courtroom and barbs in the hallways. Their paths cross again when they find themselves on a high-profile murder trial. As much as Andrea might despise Kyle, she can’t believe it when HE is charged with the horrific murder. But she is even more shocked when he asks for her to represent him at trial… *** #SLOWBURN #STRONGFL #CRIME #MURDER #FLIRTY #ROMANCE If you want to know what to expect, check the reviews! ฅ^-ﻌ•^ฅ Burrito says to join here: https://discord.gg/qr7eUnxT2F

Xi Corporations. "Hey, isn’t that Ms. Su Mei?" one of the women whispered. "Su Mei? That dumb heiress? I heard she embarrassed herself in front of everyone," another employee added. "It gets worse… she usually doesn’t even speak or respond to people. After that accident on her 19th birthday, her parents ended up in a coma, and her brother was jailed for being drunk when he drove that evening," another person commented. "People say she’s possessed, and thanks to her uncle, Xi Corporation still survives," someone else said. "I hope the company’s next heir can be Xi Yuan. She’s from the prestigious Premier League," a man chimed in. "Premier League? The one that only a handful of people from our country attended?" a woman asked. "Yes… her English name is… ah… Sera." Su Mei, who had just come to deliver the document her uncle needed, sat motionless, her heart numb to the cruel words being spoken around her. But one word caught her attention—Sera. Lifeless and distracted, she walked onto the road, only to be almost hit by a car. Hospital. ‘Su Mei...wake up…’ Su Mei heard a voice as she endlessly ran down a road with no end in sight. ‘Su Mei...enough...stop running away…,’ the voice spoke again, but Su Mei seemed confused and resistant. ‘Su Mei… wake up… you have a lot to do. The past seven years of torture are enough. You’ve lived long enough like a lifeless doll… please wake up. Please…,’ Su Mei’s eyes widened in shock. ............ A blurred man’s image appeared in front of her. She frowned as it seemed like a known face. “Se… Senior?” Her husky voice blurted out before thinking. ............ After an hour. Su Mei woke up again, this time looking calm and composed— She raised her head, sensing an undeniable presence in the room. The nation’s hero, Mo Hui. Su Mei gulped as she stared at him. “My car hit you. I’ll make the compensation accordingly,” Mo Hui spoke, making her turn back to look at him. “No, no… Mr. Mo, I wasn’t in my right mind while crossing the road,” she immediately replied with a smile on her face. Seeing her vibrant self, Fu Lei almost dropped the fruit bowl he was holding. 'What in the world? Is she really the lifeless doll people spoke about? No way. ..................... “I thought you called me Senior,” his voice broke through, shattering her morale. She felt like cursing her impatient mouth. No, she couldn’t afford to get exposed. She couldn’t dare to... her life, her parents' lives, and her brother's... sigh... she couldn’t. So... “I’m not sure what Mr. Mo is talking about,” she shamelessly lied. ......................... “I said I’m not sure what Mr. Mo is saying…!” She walked back as she saw the distance between her and the wall decreasing. The man in front of her didn’t have a single intention to stop this from happening but rather was pushing her to the wall. “He touched you…” Mo Hui spoke as his voice sounded like a demon god at the moment. Su Mei reached her limits. “Senior… you promised to help me in the act… also, he was yet to touch my hand before I quickly avoided him,” Su Mei wanted to cry. “Doesn’t matter… his hand touched your wrist,” his dangerous voice came through. “Okay, okay… how about you sanitize with your kiss?” Su Mei helplessly spoke. Mo Hui walked towards her, holding her hand, slightly rolling her sleeve as his lips touched her hand. “Argh… Ah Hui w… we a… are in pu…blic…” She barely spoke as she tried to control her moans. Join me to witness… the savage and demonic heroine and her little love with her senior. P.S: Cover is not mine.

The air is toxic. Living under constant scrutiny and the threat of dishonor, young women and girls are put through training to entertain the general public. The earth has long been poisoned, dancers providing a distraction for the bleak lives of the audience. Follow the team, The Ash Roses, as they compete, kill, and are killed, thrown into Heaven, Hell, and the space in between: Mu.