For My Derelict Favorit

"My daughter is missing! Find her!" The moment I stepped into this country, my daughter was kidnapped. I swore, I'd kill anyone whoever dared to take my other half from me. But, when she was found, she was in the arms of a mute, devastatingly handsome man. "He took my child, kill him!" I ordered mercilessly, snatching my daughter from his grasp. "Don't kill Papa!" ...Huh? Papa? 'Has my daughter lost her mind?' "Mommy, you can't hurt Daddy!" 'What the hell has this man done to her?' I wasn't taking any chances. Dragging him with us, I forced him to sign a slav- well, let's just call it a marriage contract for a year. A necessary measure. My real business in this country was to infiltrate a private military company and persuade them to illegally trade arms with my Mafia father. But who would've thought? The mute mysterious man I married turned out to be none other than the famous ruthless Marshal of the company, whom I was ordered to avoid at all cost. Am I about to die by his hands? Will he arrest me? Should I run? "The only thing you'll be guilty of is running away, my criminal wife." My mute husband threatened me, with his deep voice. "Go ahead. I dare you!" ...Shit. I'm so screwed!

After falling asleep rereading her favorite romantic fantasy novel, a die-hard fan wakes up inside that very fictional world—not as the heroine, but as a nameless extra. Obsessed with the story's tragic second male lead, **Marquis Caelus**, she uses her wealth to buy her way into the nobility just to catch glimpses of him at banquets. However, when the novel reaches its bittersweet ending—where the heroine, Diana, marries the crown prince, and Caelus dies by suicide—she is devastated. But then a miracle happens: she's given a second chance. When she wakes up again, it's the night of Diana and the prince’s wedding—the very night Caelus ends his life. With this one chance to save her favorite, she rushes to his estate, interrupts his attempt, and impulsively asks to become his wife. Shockingly, he agrees. Now living as **Marchioness Hestia**, her only mission is to heal Caelus’ broken heart and give him the happiness the original story denied him. She uses her knowledge of the novel, sharp wit, and growing influence to challenge the powerful temple, confront the saintly Diana, and manipulate high society—all while slowly coaxing Caelus back from the brink of despair. But in rewriting a story that was already “finished,” will she find her own ending, or lose herself completely? [This novel does not belong to me; all rights belong to its author. I merely upload it] Original Author: Kim Seon-yu / 김선유 Official page: https://www.novelupdates.com/series/for-my-derelict-favorite/

Izuku was heavily pressured by the pedestal his peers, teachers, and even civilians burdened him with. He had no time for weakness. He was to be the Number 1# Hero. He was to be a future weapon for his country. He is to be the people’s faith, pride, and honor. What happens if he was not born of the correct secondary gender according to society? An alpha upholds status as the future Number 1 hero. What if he finds a soulmate who loves him for his flaws? Update Schedule [Once a week] Monday Wednesday (Occasional)

Ketika semua orang mengagungkan Dewa Kemakmuran, Hiyori justru ingin menendangnya ke neraka. Gunung Kouzu, tempat suci di antara Desa Shinra dan Shinrei, dipercaya menjadi tempat tinggal Dewa Kemakmuran yang katanya sakti dan dihormati. Dewa itu menjadi kunci kemakmuran banyak orang, bahkan di luar kedua desa tersebut. Dewa itu adalah satu-satunya tempat penduduk desa meminta pertolongan. Namun, bagi Hiyori yang selalu diminta Tetua Desa untuk mengantarkan makanan dan buah-buahan sebagai persembahan ke kediaman dewa itu, Hiyori tahu satu fakta yang tidak diketahui siapa pun: Dewa itu genitnya minta ampun! Dia hobi gombal, suka melempar pujian tak pantas dengan wajah tak berdosa, dan punya kebiasaan menenggak bir seolah itu teh suci. Pokoknya, dia lebih mirip dewa genit dengan misi pribadi daripada figur surgawi yang bersinar tenang. Dan yang paling gila? Dia menyuruh Hiyori memanggilnya dengan sebutan 'Dewa Hymen', yaitu dewa perkawinan. Apa-apaan? Jadi, waktu pertama kali Hiyori naik gunung untuk mengantarkan persembahan, dia pulang dengan terbirit-birit. Bertemu dewa bukannya membuat dia merasa aman, dia justru takut akan menjadi korban kemesuman Dewa Hymen yang selanjutnya!

Nicole knew better than to fall for temptation—but temptation never looked like Coach Dray Carter. He’s older. Forbidden. Off-limits in every possible way. But the moment she walked into his gym, the air changed. His eyes lingered too long. His voice dropped just for her. And she liked it—maybe too much. Then she saw him. With her. Pressed against the wall. His mouth on someone else’s skin. And still… she can’t stop thinking about him. This isn’t just a story of love. It’s obsession. Lust. Power. Because sometimes, the most dangerous man is the one who makes you feel alive. And Nicole? She’s done playing safe.

A naive young man chooses to walk a path of his own making. But the further he goes, the more pain he encounters. In a world torn by war, secrets, and blood... could peace be more than just a dream?

Wenyan read a book in which a cannon-fodder character sharing her name was a false heiress. After the true heiress assumed her position, the impostor tried to secure her place in the wealthy family by drugging the eldest son and making a done deal out of a cooked rice, only to be unmasked by the Shen Family and end up committing suicide in despair. Wenyan was furious to see such an ending. How could one not survive without the backing of a wealthy family? Hadn't the family provided her with a luxury house and countless luxury goods? Just selling those off would fetch tens of millions. She was just a hopeless case! If she were the Wenyan in the book, she would have relinquished her position and just lived laid-back like a salted fish! But when she woke up from her sleep, she actually transmigrated into the book. True to her word, she stopped scheming. Overnight she packed her bags, sold her house, car, and bags, and looked for a job. - The entire Shen Family noticed the change in Wenyan, their adopted daughter. Not only had she moved out obediently, but she also never caused any trouble again. Even more bizarre was that they could now see her innermost thoughts! 【Dad, Mom, I never wanted to usurp your nest, but the DNA test results of the true daughter have issues. In fact, she's even more fake than I, the bogus heiress.】 Shen Family parents: ...... Then the long-lost 'daughter' who had been found was exposed as an impostor and taken away by the police for questioning. 【Big brother, that schoolmate of yours is no good, he's a corporate spy, the illegitimate child of the Shen Family's archenemies.】 Shen Family's eldest son: ...... Afterwards, the schoolmate got caught stealing confidential documents and was also taken away by the police for questioning. 【Second brother, you are such a pure and noble person, you mustn't be with the Qin Family's daughter, she's just using you, her heart is actually set on someone else.】 Shen Family's second son: ...... Thank you, I'll look into it. 【And third brother, fourth brother......】 In the end, nobody could have predicted that the Shen Family's most undistinguished adopted daughter would become the pampered daughter-in-law.

This is a fantasy world like any other — Kingdoms. Towns. Nobles. A power called Senar that fuels it all. And like most fantasy worlds… It’s drowning in war. For over a thousand years, humans have fought the Darkbeasts — monsters born of nightmare, clawing their way through cities and legacies alike. Our MC? Silias Raverant. A laid-back nobody from a village no one remembers. A boy with a dormant Mythical bloodline, no access to Senar, and no place in a world that worships power. Except… he's not normal. Not even close. Born with raw superhuman strength and instincts that evolve without limit, Silias could crush most soldiers before breakfast — if only he cared enough to try. He doesn’t. He just wants one thing: To join the military, rack up points, and stay close to her — the girl chosen by prophecy, taken away as one of the Five meant to end the war. That was the plan… Until the World Will whispered in his ear. Until a System blinked into existence. Until he slaughtered a Darkbeast Prodigy and became a beacon for its kind. And until it told him the truth. He’s going to die. Soon. And maybe… just maybe… That’s where his story begins.

When lies meet passion and power meets control. This is the origin story of my hero. She didn't have a choice when she was brought into this world of given the powers of a world destroyer. Her thrill for the kill leads to the most unlikely turn of events. Love, passion, spells, obsession. What becomes of the sole heir and Avenging angel of both Asgard and Valhalla. can she stand the tests of fate and destiny or will she fall like her mother. Read to find out

In a world riddled with endless greed, pain, and destruction, a once hated king Nai Soari is raised from the dead - a peaceful place that he wishes to return to. His sole task is the killing the Demon who's one step away from annihilating the planet. Gifted with the Blessing of the Sun, Nai is the world's lone savior. Nai - all the whilst regaining his powers that have slowly drained over time - must join forces with a cunning doctor, a mute orphan child, and Luan, a secretive, dangerous, yet charming man who has given naught but his name and age to restore the mortal world to what it once was.

[MATURE CONTENT] In her previous life, Luciana disguises herself as Prince Nicholas’ bride to kill him and avenge the death of her family after he massacred them and made her an orphan. She had never in her wildest dreams expected that the prince she hated to death and the soldier she was madly in love with would be the same person. “You came here yourself to be my bride, and since we are now married, you belong to me! You are not allowed to think of leaving me!” Prince Nicholas growls. But she could never forgive him; she hated his forcefulness and vowed never to be his. In her quest for revenge, she not only hated Nicholas to death but was blinded by hatred and fell into the trap of Lady Evelyn and Dominic and became a sinner. In the end, she was also framed for killing her own son. In this life, she promised to live for herself; she would use her magical talents and make all of them pay! But can Luciana forget her hatred for Prince Nicholas and stay by his side when he is the monster that slayed her family in cold blood? In this life, will his love conquer the hatred she had for him? What happens when Luciana finds out their entanglement was already set in stone Two thousand years ago? ****** Nicholas, a ruthless and powerful prince of Gloryland, finds out a heart-shattering truth after avenging his mother, who had been defiled and nearly lost her sanity over the traumatic incident. The girl he loves is the daughter of the man he has hated since he was a child. Imagine his surprise when the same woman becomes his bride. He will keep her by his side even if she hates him to death! There was a thin line between love and hate anyway. ****** Welcome to the Windermere continent, where every royal receives a magical ability on your tenth birthday. A magical ability that is special to only you. Some examples of magical gifts are seeing into the future, the gift of disguise, supernatural strength, and gifts of healing; some people can also command the natural elements at will, and some people are blessed with extraordinary beauty. Imagine being born with all the gifts. Join Luciana as she navigates through revenge, her special ability, and a forbidden love.

Valerie married billionaire Daniel Carter for security, not love. She hoped it would grow with time but instead, she found herself trapped in a cold, controlling marriage with no escape. When a single night with her ex-lover Adrian turns into an unexpected pregnancy, Valerie is faced with a terrifying truth: the baby isn’t Daniel’s. Now, she must keep her secret buried at all costs. But Daniel is watching. Her every move is tracked. And someone else knows the truth… As secrets unravel and danger closes in, Valerie must choose between survival and freedom before her lie becomes her downfall. This is a story of betrayal, survival, and a woman learning to fight back with nothing but silence and strength.

You’re about to dive into the story of Adrian Cross — a boy everyone saw as weak, useless, and a total embarrassment to the great Cross Family name. But hidden inside him is something no one ever imagined: a powerful system that gives him the ability to gather rare materials, unlock unique skills, and craft legendary weapons that could change the world. But that’s not all. This isn’t just any power-up journey. Along the way, Adrian finds himself caught in all kinds of ecchi situations — you know, those moments where things get a little too close, clothes rip at the worst (or best?) times, and one fall can lead to a soft moan that makes everyone’s face go red. The kind of scenes that’ll make you laugh, smirk, or maybe even feel your heart skip a beat. From detailed battles and epic inventions, to those unexpected blush-worthy accidents that only seem to happen to guys like Adrian — this story has it all. As he grows stronger, every clash, every weapon he creates, and every awkward, steamy moment will bring him closer to becoming a legend. So… if you’re ready for action, adventure, and a good dose of ecchi fun — this is the novel for you. Let’s follow Adrian on his wild, dangerous, and maybe a little too exciting journey to rise above them all!

he was here to save her from haters but both of them fell in love with each other.

Dearest Reader, this very story is one created for those who like stories. Mary is apparently reborn, despite not remembering her prior life. A voice is ringing inside her head, calling her the protagonist of the world. In the fantasy world she is living in from this point on, Mary is taking on a journey of emotions and magic. She is accompanied by a great number of people, most notably the seemingly omniscient voice which only she can hear. A meta-fictional story about stories, writing tropes and fiction itself.

All little Alex ever wanted was a loving dad—preferably a cool CEO kind of dad. What he got instead? Cold foster parents, constant yelling, and a life far from the dreams he held onto. But fate takes a hilarious twist when Alex runs away and ends up in the country’s top game development company… right inside the CEO's cabin! Meet Ethan—rich, handsome, emotionally clueless, and suddenly… a dad? Just when things seem to settle into a chaotic kind of cute, Ethan’s father’s will throws in a new plot twist: Marry within a year or lose everything. So what’s a CEO-dad to do? Enter Elena—the quick-witted illustrator who once saved Alex from a burning café and now might just be the fake wife Ethan never knew he needed. From awkward first dinners to parenting mishaps, secret office gossip, and unplanned romantic sparks—this secret contract marriage is about to turn into the most unexpected love story of the year. Because sometimes… A little boy’s dream can rewrite two grown-up hearts.

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Danna Woods is stepping into university life with big dreams and an even bigger heart—nothing’s gonna slow her down, not even the blazing sun or a wardrobe mishap. But her first day at Sunshine University quickly turns wild when she accidentally spills hot coffee on Garson, the dangerously handsome and notoriously cold son of a top businessman. Sparks fly in the worst way as their fiery clash instantly makes them the talk of campus. While Danna tries to keep her cool and prove she’s more than just a “small-headed girl,” Garson’s icy facade hints at deeper layers beneath his sharp tongue and expensive lifestyle. With bestie Natalia by her side and a mysterious professor stepping in when things get heated, Danna’s university journey is about to get way more complicated—and way more interesting—than she ever expected. Will these two opposites ever find common ground, or is their collision course just the start of an epic drama?

After the unexpectedly shocking death of Rena’s parents, she was forced to tackle a life she was not ready for which is to be the CEO of her father’s company while living under the weight of grief, but instead, her father’s billionaire best friend, Raymond Levi, who she has had a crush on since teenagers, took the position. Claiming she is not ready for the position. Unknown to Rena, Raymond was trying to rescue her from Lucas. Along the line, Rena falls in love with Raymond Levi while working under his control. Between the legacy she must shield and the man she is not believed to desire, Rena faces an impossible choice. Not knowing the real identity of Raymond Levi and Blindly trusting Lucas. But a part of her feels like her parents are still coming back. Can she claim her deserved position without losing her feelings for Raymond, who exactly is Lucas Cruise, and what could he be up to? Will loving Raymond cost her everything?

[ MATURE CONTENT ] "Craig," she whispered, breath shivering, "please…" It didn't matter what she was asking for…more, less, everything. The plea alone made them press hard against each other, like their bodies were trying to make up for all the time they'd been apart, like they could consume each other if they touched harder. And still, she ached. For all of him. And he did too. She could tell by the way his grip on her thighs tightened, his fingers digging into her skin like he was holding on for dear life. His breath warm and uneven against her neck, as her hips rolled again, slower this time, more deliberate. Then he groaned, head falling to her shoulder as his body pressed in, hard and hungry. "Shit," he whispered, voice ragged. "Merlina," And just like that, his mouth was gone. She blinked, dazed, lips swollen, skin tingling everywhere he'd touched. He stepped back, slow and heavy with restraint, hands gripping the edge of the sink on either side of her, like he needed to hold something that wasn't her. Her voice came out in a whisper. "Why'd you stop?" His eyes met hers, dark and wrecked. But then, he smirked. "Not with your siblings next door." She stared, barely able to think. He leaned in like he might kiss her again, then stopped just short, brushing his thumb over swollen bottom lip, "PG-13 remember?" SYNOPSIS: At an elite college, falling for the cold, narcissistic son of a bi-llionaire wasn’t part of the plan, especially when his brother is tied to her mother’s mysterious death. But from the moment Merlina steps into campus, the chemistry is undeniable. He’s detached, arrogant, and everything she should stay away from. Yet no matter how hard she tries, she can’t ignore the pull. She’s here for a degree, but her real mission is uncovering the secrets of her mother’s past at this very school. As sparks fly between her and the guy she should keep her distance from, she’s torn between two things: exposing the truth and protecting her heart from falling for him. The deeper she digs, the more dangerous things get. Anonymous threats, dark secrets, and a guy who’s starting to think her obsession with the past could ruin everything. TikTok | @officialffmeb

Title: His Favorite Poison: Until Death Makes Us Worse Genre: Dark Romance | Psychological Thriller | Possessive Male Lead | Tragedy | Obsession --- Synopsis: It started with a scream. Mira Thorne kicked the back of the driver’s seat, rage and fear blending in her bloodshot eyes. “Stop the car!” she shouted, her voice cracking. But the men in front only glanced at her through the rearview mirror—smirking, silent, and cruel. She kicked again. Harder. The car swerved. CRASH! Glass shattered. Tires screamed. The car flipped, spun, then hit a ditch with a thud. Mira’s body slammed into the door. Pain tore through her, but she didn’t wait. She crawled out. Ran. A flash of headlights nearly blinded her—another car almost crushed her bones, but she dove aside at the last second. Blood in her mouth. Her limbs shaking. Then she saw the forest. Thick. Dark. Unforgiving. She ran straight down the hill—stumbled—rolled—tumbled into the trees. The air tore her lungs, but she didn’t stop. Behind her, car doors slammed. Footsteps followed. “Stop running, Mira!” She didn’t. Gunshots rang out. Bang! A searing pain exploded in her arm. She screamed, fell again, rolled over dry leaves and stone. Still, she rose. And then… She saw it. A mansion. Dark stone. Down the hill. Looming like a sleeping beast. She ran. Her legs barely holding. Her blood soaking her sleeve. And just as she stumbled past a cluster of trees—she saw him. Standing at the edge of the mansion’s balcony. A glass of wine in hand. Eyes sharp and expression unreadable. Damien Voss. She screamed, desperate, broken. “Help me!” He only raised an eyebrow. And behind him—two tigers stepped into view, their fur glinting in the moonlight. Mira froze. The men still chased her. Gunshots behind. Her vision swam. Her legs gave out. But she stood. She ran toward the tigers. They lunged. She dodged—barely. Her mind screamed to survive. Her body obeyed. She reached the edge. Damien tilted his head. She collapsed in front of him, kneeling, gasping, kowtowing at his feet. > “Please… save me.” He crouched down, cold eyes meeting hers. His fingers curled under her chin. > “If I save you… what do I gain?” Behind them, one of the pursuers screamed— A tiger ripped into him. The others tried to escape. Too late. Damien raised his hand. The tigers stopped. Silent. Obedient. One man’s body was already torn open on the grass. Mira trembled. > “I’ll give you anything,” she whispered. “Money?” “Everything. My soul. My life. Just let me live.” Damien’s lips curved. He chuckled. Low. Dark. He waved his hand. Bullets rained. His guards appeared from the shadows and opened fire—merciless and precise. Mira flinched as blood splattered beside her. She didn’t dare move. --- If I can’t be happy, nobody can,” Mira says. “If I want you to be happy, you will be,” Damien replies. “I’ll kill anyone who stands in my way—including you.” “Then I’ll buy coffins for both of us—or we can share one.” “I’ll be your poison.” “Then I’ll take it.” “I will never be with you.” “Then you’ll be the reason the world ends.” “I don’t care if the world drowns in blood.” “Then I’ll make it happen—and you’ll be the star of the show, my little pet.” ____ She called herself a thorn. A curse. A walking poison. He called her entertainment, obsession—his favorite game. Even when he vomited blood, he reached for her. I told you I will be your death she said > “I’m attracted to poisonous flowers,” he replied “Till death tears us apart,” she whispered as she watch him frown in pain from the poison. “Till death tears us never,” he swore, pressing his lips to hers. warning warning the FL and the ml are red flags

After everything that Zaroth had was stolen from him, he decided to live solely for his desires, morals be damned! Close to his death, he resurrects and tames a mythical dragon, who turns out to be a breathtaking woman. Learning that in order to explore her body, he must grow stronger so he doesn’t die during the act, Zaroth sets a clear goal for himself: to get stronger. “But I’m curious about something.” “Hm? What is it?” Luna asked, raising an eyebrow. “You said you judged me. How did you do that? Why was I worthy?” Luna’s smile darkened, her eyes glowing with a dangerous intensity. "Despite knowing you would die, you didn’t pray to the gods. On the contrary, you declared that you would kill every single one of them like the dogs they are. In my life, you’re the only one who’s ever made such a declaration, which is why I couldn’t leave you behind—someone who dares to share my dream." ---------- If you’re brave enough to join us, the Abyss Watchers can be found here - https://discord.gg/3evkMwNyZC

She was promised to one brother. But it was the other who ruined her. Isabella never wanted an arranged marriage—especially not to Lorenzo D’Angelo, the quiet, golden son of a powerful family. But saying yes meant saving her father. It should have ended there. Simple. Clean. Controlled. Then came Dante. The second born. Blackmailing. Sharp-tongued. Merciless. Addictive. And everything she was never allowed to want. Their connection is a sin wrapped in secrets, a love born from betrayal. It’s wrong in every way that matters. But the heart doesn’t care about bloodlines, or promises, or the price of falling for someone who was never meant to be yours. This love shouldn’t exist. But it does. And it’s about to destroy them all.

In the heart of a ruthless clan ruled by power and tradition, Octavia finds herself caught between danger and desire. As a new member of the feared Khalid family, she must navigate jealousy, rivalries, and supernatural forces that threaten to tear the clan and her heart apart. Khalid, the powerful master, keeps his distance, hiding his true feelings behind a cold, intimidating exterior. But as they are drawn closer by shared secrets and growing trust, Octavia dares to hope for more than survival she dares to hope for love. Becca, a jealous clan member, is determined to keep Khalid’s heart to herself, while mysterious enemies lurk in the shadows waiting for the perfect moment to strike. With an impending election that could change the fate of the clan forever, Octavia and Khalid must decide if they can overcome their pasts and fears or if their bond will be another casualty in a world ruled by blood and betrayal

“A woman chasing freedom. A man hiding pain. When fate binds them, love becomes the most dangerous game.” --- She ran from a golden cage. He ruled a kingdom built on shadows. One race. One spark. Everything changed. Ava Sinclair was born into power - but never wanted it. Raised in a world of cold smiles and gleaming emptiness, she longed not for diamonds, but for love - the kind her father had for her mother. To escape the suffocating luxury and hollow expectations of her elite life, Ava makes a secret bet with her brother: one year to live like a normal woman, no wealth, no title - just raw, unfiltered freedom. But love, it seems, was never meant for someone like her. Betrayed for not being "rich enough," she buries her heart beneath work, petals, and solitude… until one night at a street race, fate throws her into the path of a man more dangerous than any heartbreak. Dominic Vale is a billionaire whispered about with awe and fear. Calculated, cold, and commanding, he lives in the shadows of a tragic past and a silent war for answers about his brother’s disappearance. But the woman he meets that night? She doesn’t cower. She challenges. She stirs emotions he thought he had buried forever. A series of magnetic encounters turns into a game of tension, vulnerability, and passion. But just when things begin to burn, Ava vanishes without a word, leaving Dominic torn between fury and longing. A year later, fate plays its final card. Bound by an arranged marriage she didn’t agree to, Ava chooses to follow her parents’ wish but refuses to even look at the man’s photo. She doesn’t want to know until they meet. And when the day comes, she walks into the room... Only to see the man she once ran from __sitting across from her, composed and smirking. He leans forward across the table, his voice like silk over fire. "You shouldn't have run away." --- "page cover isn't mine guys"

Amy, a typical New Yorker, has a life like a tightly - wound clock because of her busy job at the United Nations - precise yet exhausting. She is a person who is rational to the core. Superstitions about ghosts and gods, in her opinion, are like fairy tales for coaxing children, and sweet - talking is like cheap perfume, pungent and hypocritical. On that day, the heavy pressure of work made Amy feel breathless. She returned to her apartment where she lived alone, like a robot with its battery drained. Her only thought was to throw herself onto the bed and isolate herself from the whole world with the quilt. However, midnight, like a mysterious incantation, disrupted her plan. The old radio in the room cabinet made a strange beeping sound, and then a faint cry for help came: "Help... " Amy's heart suddenly tightened. Despite the mixture of fatigue and fear within her, her curiosity still made her ask the radio, "Who are you?" "I'm Tom. I'm being chased by a serial killer. I'm hiding in an abandoned warehouse. He'll find me soon... " The boy's voice was full of fear. Without the slightest hesitation, Amy immediately called the police. A rescue across time, of love and redemption, thus began.

The Devil’s Favorite: Ariel thought the worst thing that could happen was being betrayed at her own wedding. She was wrong. After collapsing from heartbreak, she wakes up to even darker news—Alex Moretti, the man who left her years ago without a word, is back. But he’s no longer the boy she once loved. He’s colder now, sharper… and dangerous. Simon, her ex-fiancé, is suddenly hospitalized. Fiona, her ex-best friend, is spiraling out of control. And in the middle of it all, Ariel starts to see pieces of a bigger, crueler puzzle—one with Alex at the center. Was it revenge? Was it justice? Or had she always been a part of Alex's twisted game? In a world of secrets, power, and lies, Ariel is forced to make a choice: Trust the devil she once loved… or lose herself trying to escape him.