Blind Kissing

Ragnar’s first life was filled with nothing but pain, a relentless cycle of abuse and torment. In the end, he chose to take matters into his own hands. However fate had other plans. A mysterious entity presents him with choices. Given a second chance, he is reborn into a world of power and darkness. Will his choices lead to his demise, or is this the beginning of his ascension?

I was a blind massage therapist, and I had come to the big city to work with Aunt Wu and Wang Xiru, but they always thought I was completely blind, often doing embarrassing things in front of me, even making some inappropriate demands... One, a charming mature woman, the other, a cool and aloof lady, every night I was tormented by them, unable to sleep...

Thrown into the world of magic and the myriad races, those of myths and those unimaginable, Ryan finds himself grasping for all that he can to keep himself alive and protect those he loves. All the while a prophecy unfolds that no seer could have foretold, yet was known, an ancient promise to be fulfilled, the supreme wager to be concluded. - - - Note: Not a Tomb Raider story! Updates: 7/Week - - - Discord: https://discord.gg/sJ7XabXM

[Warning: Contains Mature Content] "Beware of the tongue of a wicked woman. For it may tell a lie that would slay the world." Eighteen-Year-old rejected, wolfless and blind Zina is summoned to the capital to tell a vision for the ruthless and feared Alpha King of the North notoriously known as ‘The King Who Crowned Himself’. The result of Zina’s ‘false’ vision has the Alpha Prince and future Alpha Supreme, Daemon, banished from the capital to fight wars at the borders where only death awaits him in the hands of the famed Arising Rogues, and the even more famed Deformed. But Daemon survives fire, blood and claw, and not only does he survive, but six years later, he is back as Alpha Supreme, driven by vengeance against those who brought him down. Starting from his cunny siblings, to the eighteen-year old girl now twenty-four who spelt his destiny with just mere words, Daemon vows to leave no one unscathed. However Zina is well aware of her own treachery. Now the Theta to the same powerful werewolf house she told the dangerous lie against, and having tasted the bitter pill of betrayal from the very people she told the dangerous lie for, she is unwilling to resign to her fate just yet. But how do you melt the heart of a man that you once ruined? And how do you destroy a woman loved by all the common people, and perhaps, even the gods? Daemon will learn the hard way that not all vengeance can be taken, and not all debts can be collected. Secrets abound, the Deformed Werewolves are set to rise, and a rare chance at second mating befalls the two most unusual people. And now, one thing has become for sure—Daemon must first defeat the enemy outside, before he can truly confront her, who has become the enemy of his heart. **** Zina's back pressed against the wall as a taut body pinned her, their warmth mingling together. Four years of deadly anticipation had culminated into that very moment. His whispers caressed her ear, sending shivers that had nothing to do with the chill in the air down her spine. “Since you see visions so well, tell me Theta of my house, do you see the day you will die?” His breath ghosted over her skin, reminding her of a debt to be collected. Swallowing and maintaining a tight grip on her staff despite the body that burned against hers, she answered firmly. “I am afraid the gods haven’t shown me yet.” The man over her smiled shrewdly. His lips grazed her ear, his hot breath sending waves of sensation. “I believe in all of the names I have been called, one of them is god. So let me tell you that which you do not know… “…today is the day you will die.”

A cat and mouse book where two different individuals who can't stand the sight of each other meet faith Bell has loved nothing more than taking care of people. she agrees to be the care taker of billionaire Gabriel Del Rosa after her friend pleads with her that she has an emergency. faith agrees and goes off to the mansion only to find the billionaire not only handsome but impossible to take care of. she must be patient and do it all for her friend while Gabriel a feared man and the ruler of the underworld proves to not only be childish but annoying that it is impossible to be nice with him. "you are such a pervert, I feel you starring at me" Gabriel says with an arrogant look on his face. "thank goodness he is blind" Faith mutters under her breathe. "what did you just say" Gabriel asks his voice growing annoyed. "nothing your highness" Faith says unable to stop the sarcasm from rolling out. "I'm blind not deaf" He grumbles . "I wish you were" Faith again mutters. "you are fired". ------------------- "open up" Faith says while straddling and glaring at him. "No" Gabriel growls fighting against the restraints. "last warning mr billionaire" She says and he growls at her. "you are fired you witch" Gabriel says and Faith let's out a laugh. "I'm not wizard, you leave me no choice" With that she shifts closer her legs straddling him and uses her hand to force his mouth open before dropping his drugs and putting water to make him swallow. Gabriel is about to throw them away when she uses her palm to hold his mouth. because of the handcuffs he is unable to move

A girl named Daisy was homeless when are world crumbled down when she was nine years old, she had no one to Cather for her she had no money to rent a little apartment nor did she have money to feed herself so she became a trash picker On this faithful day, it was raining cat and dog, and has nowhere to run to she ended up collapsing on the floor in the middle of the road at midnight a black roller car stopped by and was saved by a blind, cold arrogant ceo named Damond read the chapters to found out what will happen

In A Kiss for the Damned, Ashley Monroe is a woman trapped in the shadows of her dark past. After enduring a damaging relationship with her ex-boyfriend, Marcus, Ashley struggles to rediscover her identity and start anew. The darkness that envelops her life leaves her feeling isolated and filled with regret. Everything changes when she meets Xavier Sinclair, a kind-hearted man who enters her life with charm and hope. Xavier sees the potential in Ashley and becomes the driving force that helps her confront her fears and mend her broken relationships with her family. Together, they embark on a journey of forgiveness—both for themselves and for others—while rebuilding the connections that have been lost. However, Marcus continues to haunt Ashley, forcing her to face the demons of her past. As he attempts to disrupt the new life Ashley has started to build, she must choose between running from her fears or confronting painful truths. Throughout this journey, Ashley discovers strength within herself and the power of true love. A Kiss for the Damned is a tale of redemption, courage, and the emotional journey of a woman striving to rise from darkness to light, exploring how love can change everything. Will Ashley be able to let go of her past and embrace the love she deserves? Find out in this heartfelt story.

The obsessive love of a tycoon's son plunged a handsome young man into trouble and he had to choose a path that he did not want for himself…

A lesbian story of love and revenge. Novel

A tragedy... An abrupt departure... Death... And rebirth. Pain, rage, struggle, and blood honed a sword. A sword sharp enough to sever through reality and reveal what lies beyond. It unveiled something, Or rather, someone, incomprehensible and unprecedented.... A being who seems to weave the threads of fate. Does he truly exist, or is he merely a manifestation of another's will? If he does exist, what purpose does he serve? Is there really a purpose, or is it just another will imposed upon him? If it is another's will, can he defy it? Can he turn his sword against his creator, A being who literally writes his reality? Or will he be consumed by the abyss from which his power flows, Forever lost in the shifting void of his own making?

In a universe where steam-powered ships sail the stars, a young mechanic named Jasper LaBrant joins the crew of the HMS Protea, hoping to find his place among the cosmos. There, he meets Thaddeus Beaufort, the vessel's blind chief engineer, whose brilliance is matched only by his biting wit and closely guarded heart. Thaddeus's brilliant mind is often overshadowed by his ethereal beauty—a beauty that seems to captivate and ensnare the heart of anyone who crosses his path, whether he wills it or not. As Jasper and Thaddeus navigate the complexities of their growing connection, an attack by the notorious pirate Captain Silas Vex tears them apart. With Thaddeus taken captive and the Protea crippled, Jasper must embark on a desperate rescue mission with the aid of an unlikely ally. On a distant, alien world, Thaddeus finds himself ensnared in a web of ritual and politics, facing an obsessive prince determined to possess him body and soul. To survive, he'll need to rely on his unparalleled intellect, his knowledge of forbidden xenobotany, and the very allure he's always seen as a curse. Above all else, Thaddeus must hold fast to his unshakable belief that Jasper will find him. Visceral and passionate, this steampunk space opera weaves a tale of love, survival, and the unbreakable bonds that draw us together in the face of impossible odds. Set in a richly imagined universe filled with alien wonders and dark delights, it's a story that explores the power and peril in being seen, desired, and ultimately claimed by those who would possess the brightest among the stars. THIS IS RATED 18 FOR A REASON. Trigger warnings: Violence Alcohol use Injury Emotional abuse Captivity/Imprisonment Implied Forced Marriage Molestation/Unwanted touching

Excerpt: "Just strip, will you.." Hearing her command, he smiled viciously. Stepping closer to her, he whispered, "Why don't you do the honors and satisfy yourself? This body and my whole existence are now all yours!" *Book 1: Kiss Me Not, My Prince* (Completed - Chapters 1 to 273) Brione Yu was a successful model/actor with philemaphobia (fear of kissing). She had everything one could ever dream of, but her world crumbled when she lost the most important person in her life. He was not only her best friend but also the man she loved with all her heart. While she spent her days missing him and longing for him, she had an unexpected encounter with a recluse Prince who resembled her best friend substantially. Though their characters were contradictory, he reminded her of the man she loved every time she set her eyes on him. Was fate playing some kind of cruel game with her? Or was she being played by the Prince? ********************************** Book 2: Kiss Me Not, My Princess (completed - Chapters 274 to 382) “You took all my firsts, so take responsibility for it.” Did she hear it right? This was the height of shamelessness! “Your firsts? What about me then? You took all my firsts away!” “And I’m willing to take responsibility, my Princess.” he firmly stated with a devilish smile on his face. Kimmy was a Princess who ran away from an arranged marriage her mother set up for her. Years passed, and she came home with a broken heart. On her return home, she met the man she was supposed to marry. The man who surprisingly could make Kimmy's body tremble with desire for him. But, what would happen if the first love she used to chase before showed up before her just as she was about to move on? Who would the Princess choose to spend the rest of her life with? =========== Other Books: The Crown's Entrapment (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts (completed) The CEO Who Hates Me (completed) The General Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who Loves Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna **** PS: Commissioned Book Cover owned by the Author! Do not use it!

Crystal couldn't believe it. The Dragon Emperor, a man of perfect form, handsome looks, and great power, was lying on top of her! And they would share this very delicate and embarrassing position for three days!   Crystal Diante was a woman cursed with terrifying Fate and Destiny. She was fated in sorrow and destined in suffering. She was captured by powerful men who sought to challenge an Ancient Dragon. But the Dragon awakened was much more than a regular dragon. It was the Ancient Dragon Emperor, Adam, the Serpent of the Perfect Morning! He was like a god of the ancient era and revealed not a dragonic form, but that of a man. He was perfect. He was arrogant. He was handsome beyond the furthest dreams that Crystal could dream of. A battle raged as Adam fought Crystal's kidnappers which ended in Adam and Crystal being buried in a mountain. The young woman found herself protected and sheltered by Adam who bore the weight of the mountain. But he, could not leave for he was exhausted. The two shared a tight space. With only little room to move, Adam was forced to lay on top of her to carry the mountain, and Crystal was forced to lie under him. Their lips were always less than an inch apart from each other. When the proud Dragon Emperor spent hours with the girl, he began to use his powers to feed her by transferring energy through the mouth. Each kiss only drew Crystal deeper to the depths of love. For three days, the god and girl talked, kissed, and shared the most joyous moments that they could possible experience. Soon, the Dragon Emperor succumbed to his emotions and betrayed the purpose of his rebirth. He bestowed a Binding Kiss to Crystal. But such heaven could not continue. The gift bestows Crystal with great power, but Adam mysteriously vanishes. Will the magical binding kiss be enough for Crystal to overcome the shadows of treachery that lurk to slay her family? Will she reunite with the perfect stranger and find answers to the mysterious kiss? Will the Pray of the Dragon become the Partner? Dive into a tale of forbidden love, tragedy, betrayal, inherited destinies, and epic battles. Dive into a world of Wizardry and Will. A world of staves of magic and Swords of Power. Journey with Crystal as her life was forever changed when she was... Kissed by the Dragon Emperor.

A certain day, something unexpected affected the whole humanity, radically changing their lives. Everybody was brought to another planet from what it seemed to be another dimension, and started playing a “GAME”, which was controlled through the so-called ‘Challenges’. At first, Akari didn’t know what was happening, she was just used to do her job properly. Her high popularity and idolization, which she benefited a lot from, of the old world was now completely useless in this brand-new planet: it was a dangerous place which required completely different set of skills. Finally, with the her coworker, Junichi, she discovered her class and… The dangerous “GAME”… “Hurry and kiss me!” ....... I’m dancing for him Blushhhh

What do you do when given a lust system after kissing a beauty? After the Great Collapse merges Earth with a magical dimension, the world of Eidolon is born. Magic, mystical creatures, and systems of power now exist, fundamentally changing society. Reyn Lanthorne, a former "Null" (powerless individual), gains the Lustbound System, which allows him to grow stronger by forming genuine emotional bonds with women. Ding! [New Host Located!] [System Binding in progress...] [System bound successfully!] [Welcome to the Lustbound System!] It all felt like a dream until a few days later again. Ding! [First target located!] [New Mission: Bond with The Blade Witch, Lirael to gain her abilities!] [Reward: Magical Swordsmanship, Enhanced Reflexes] [Failure: Death at the hands of the StiffBlade Bandits] Faced with the option of either bonding with an individual or dying, Reyn has no choice if he wants to live. "It's just bonding after all and I get to receive abilities." Little does he know that this is just the first of a hundred more missions to come. With his Lustbound System, Reyn must navigate a world filled with magic, power struggles, and ancient mysteries while building a harem of unique and powerful women, each with her own story and abilities. ____________________ ____________________ Weekly Bonus Chapters 100 Power Stones = 1 Chapter 200 Power Stones = 2 Chapters 300 Power Stones = 4 Chapters 500 Power Stones = 7 Chapters

He, who stands above heaven itself watched the world in voidful eyes, a path treaded by himself, a lonely, bloody, and fearful path. In the past some call him insane to tread such path, now only he watched from all above. Collecting many legendary sword techniques, body cultivation, and those who all called forbidden to even attempt, He mastered them without a discrimination. Now, nothing mattered to Him. Companions he met on the journey died of old age or killed in battle. Eons have passed as the origin of his birth has been washed away from the sand of time. The name of his parents, he could barely remember, and the name they gave to him has washed away in the myrimid of titles he was called. Now He refers to himself as Blade as the sword is the only thing he could remember. "How boring" Blade looked below from heaven, he once struggle to climb the mountain, yet after reaching the pinnacle, he would looked to see there is always something above. Now he can destroy the celestial body itself yet.. ...he felt bored He once craved for power and after obtaining unsurmountable power he felt no joy nor a sense of accomplishment. *Crack* A crack upon his soul appear, it was not a mistake made but an intended action. *Crack, crack* More cracked appeared, it was his own doing, action that would inflict soul-wrenching pain, was only a sensation he could ignore. A flash of memory passed him, a normal teenager who wished to be born a girl, a fragment of his past from a country named Japan. *Shatter!* Pieces of his souls shattered, a faint surge of emotion came to his head. "Goodbye world" ====== Mc will be emotionless, traveling the new world he was put in, but it will be abit graphic so it's not for the faint of heart M/F

[Lovers To Enemies To Lovers] [MafiaXLawyer] A lawyer and a blind mysterious man next door fall in love with each other, But this blind man has plenty of hidden secrets behind him. What if the blind man aka Matthew turned out to be part of the wanted “gang” named The Segas? The same gang that’s targeting Mason and his dad to take revenge. Mason Verlice/ Matthew Wilson. __________________________ {{word count : 200,000 - 250,000}} +Lgbtq+ Book +ManXMan + SWITCH Couple (both MCs top/bottom) +Breaking rules and laws +Action & Romance +Love sex scene + Kinky-enemies sex scenes +Book cover by AuthorWissal

Warning… Matured content. “Look at me,” he commanded, his eyes boring into her like black pits of venom. Lilith’s chest tightened as she stared at the floor and the room seemed to shrink around her. “Dinner with the devil is one thing. Staring at the embodiment of evil itself…quite another.” Dracula’s smirk widened, his fingers squeezing Lilith’s chin. “Oh, and do I frighten you, little one?” His eyes burned into her, piercing her soul like daggers “You see now the truth of my power. You thought you could challenge me, toying with my affections as though I were some lovesick puppy.” Lilith sighed, because despite the darkness that swirled around her, she found herself unafraid of Dracula. “Now, look at me, and speak what you have beneath your heart,” he commanded. Lilith’s chin lifted with a surge of defiance. "Dracula Beelzebub. You are nothing but a monstrous abomination." she hissed, her voice dripping with disdain. "A fiend of the lowest caliber, unworthy of even a moment of my time." Dracula raised an eyebrow as he smirked, impressed by her insults. "And yet, you cannot deny that I am the most powerful being in this room." Lilith sneered. "Yo… You deserves to be banished back to the bowels of Hell." Dracula smiled, his teeth white in the flickering candlelight. "Ah, but where’s the fun in that? I much prefer making life interesting for the mortals." Lilith's hands curled into fists at her sides, and she took a step forward. “Interesting?" she spat. "You call torment and misery ‘interesting’? You are a demon, feeding off the misery and pain of others." Dracula chuckled, spreading his arms wide in a gesture of mock surrender. "And what of it? What do you intend to do about it, little mortal?" ~~~~~ Meet Lilith Raziel, a young, beautiful orphan who was born blind. However, when a mysterious creature appears in the woods, Lilith’s life is turned upside down. Her world shifts from darkness to one filled with mystical creatures and the secrets of the underworld. On the other hand, lurking in the shadows, lies Dracula Beelzebub, a devilishly handsome man who relishes in the misery and demise of others. Beneath his charming façade lies a dangerous secret—Dracula Beelzebub is the devil incarnate. And he has set his sights on Lilith Raziel, a woman he’s determined to ensnare in his diabolical plans. _"To love a demon is to have your soul bound in chains of darkness.” — Lucifer’s Inferno. PS/ Thanks a lot (Tearswithnofaces) for gifting me my first Golden ticket) Thanks.

Shizumu Nomura dies in an uneventful incident but still clings unto the memories of good moments of her life. As she walking into the gates of the underworld soon to become a prisoner of hell to be punished for her crime back when she was living. A white light suddenly drags her out of the cold void and soon as she wakes up she finds herself in the body of young boy in Ancient China. Bewildered and disturbed on how the events of her life escalated to this point she tries as best as is trying to navigate her way in Jinlong kingdom.

Ji Shunuan was cheated on by her fiancé and betrayed by her sister! It was at the lowest point in her life that she had a car accident. Her heart turned to ashes, she latched onto the person responsible demanding accountability! She wanted to have a marriage with him to even scores, but who would have thought that he was actually Bo Jingcheng, the prince of the Beijing circle... As someone whose jar had shattered, she mysteriously squeezed into the top-tier elite. The expected calculations and traps simply didn't exist! She became the darling of the wealthy family. Her ex-fiancé came back begging to reunite, and the next second, he went bankrupt. Her sister tried to set her up, and the next second, she was kidnapped and had her leg broken. Her parents tried to lay a guilt trip, but they were chased and bitten by Zang Ao for nine streets, nearly biting the dust. "I, the strong woman, will never give up, I, want, a, divorce," Ji Shunuan thought terrified, wanting to run away. The next second, she was blocked at the doorway by the man. "Wife, be good! I'm not forcing you to have kids, I just want the status," Bo Jingcheng said in a hoarse voice. Everyone in the Beijing circle knew that the prince was overbearingly affectionate to his wife, all for the sake of status...

Just a small heads up, I procrastinate and occasionally have the will to update any of the stories I write, so if there isn't an update in a while, don't worry. This is a hobby for me, and I will not make this a chore/job. I hope you understand well, and have a good day.

Charlotte Owens, a proud young lady who is known widely for her ruthlessness and proud self, is offered a contract to be a contract wife with the blind billionaire for three months, and within the three months of the marriage, must be able to convince David to agree to be cured, which she agreed to. Charlotte gets to live with David Wilkins, who's also known for his heartless attitude and has been divorced three times because he bullied his wives. He also tried to bully Charlotte, but he was no match for the cold lady, making them become enemies. Charlotte becomes the next president of the Wilkins enterprise, at the same time, taking care of David until he agrees to get cured. Soon time passed with Charlotte threatening David until he finally agrees to the surgery, vowing to destroy Charlotte. He comes back to take over the company, which Charlotte is not willing to return it back without him fighting for it. They agreed to a competition where the winner gets the company. During the competition, they find themselves falling for each other, but could not be with each other because of their different family status, and the contract.

The most beautiful girl who fades every girl's beauty wherever she goes looks for true love but all in vain. Every man around her wants to just have a taste of her and dump her saying that peerless beautiful girls are never marriage material and could never stick with one person in a relationship. Anna suffers alot of rejection from her female neighbors accusing her of whoring around with their boyfriends and husbands. Her dream was to get a true boyfriend who would genuinely love as a person not her beauty. She wanted a person to satisfy her sexual starvation. She sees a handsome guy and immediately crush on him but he never like her. While other men died to talk to her, her crush never even spared a single glance. But one day, crush drops her home and sees his photo in nice on her coffee table, 'MY IMAGINARY BOYFRIEND, MY LIFE AND DEATH' where the words written on the photo. " Are you sure about this" Liam asked, " Did you mean this?" Anna gulped, all her body trembled in anticipation of getting rejected by her long time lover. " DO. YOU. LOVE. ME?" Liam asked impatient,. "Yes or no" He raised his voice on her. "Yes," Anna blurted nervously but the next thing Liam did shocked her, his warm tasty lips was on hers. " For how long?" Anna closed her eyes as she calculated in her head, " Nine months, three weeks and four days" Liam chuckled, " And that's how long all put together?" " All most a year..." Unfortunately, when Anna starts living her dream life, she accidentally gets shot in the head and Liam swears that if she dies he dies too.....

Alex had always been driven, working tirelessly to climb the corporate ladder. Landing a job at Hamilton Corp, the most prestigious company in the city, had been the culmination of all his hard work and sleepless nights. And when he was appointed as the assistant to the company’s president, Drake Hamilton, it felt like a dream come true. Alex couldn’t believe his luck—working alongside a business legend known for his unshakable calm, sharp intellect, and a presence that commanded any room he walked into. But Drake was more than just an intimidating boss. He was an enigma, a man who somehow knew everything happening within the company, often before it even happened. There were whispers among the staff, rumors that seemed too absurd to be true, that Drake didn’t age, that he was rarely seen in the daylight, that his presence felt... different. One late night, after a particularly exhausting day, Alex decided to stop by a quiet bar downtown to unwind. As he took a seat near the back, his eyes caught sight of someone in the shadows—a familiar figure he hadn’t expected to see in a place like this. Drake Hamilton. At first, Alex assumed his boss was just having a late-night drink. But then, he noticed something that sent a chill through him. In the dim light, Drake’s head was tilted, and his mouth was near the neck of the person beside him, a pair of sharp fangs glinting in the shadows. Alex's blood ran cold. He felt his heart thunder in his chest, disbelief settling over him like a fog. He took a shaky breath, whispering to himself as reality sank in. "The president of Hamilton... is a vampire."

In the quiet shadows of the Nara clan’s sacred forest, a strange infant is discovered—blind and abandoned, watched over by creatures of the dark. Hikaru Nara grows up with a power that defies understanding, forming a bond with shadows that stirs both curiosity and unease. As he trains alongside his peers, his abilities attract the attention of those who seek to harness—or eliminate—his unique gifts. Yet, some mysteries run deeper than they appear, and Hikaru’s path is woven with questions of fate, family, and a destiny hidden in darkness. What lies beyond the sightless gaze of the Blind Seer of Nara? Warning : 1_ The MC doesn't Know the plot 2_ He will be about the same age as Minato 3_ Some of the Characters and powers will be nerfed as i don't like the power scale at the end of the story 4_Conseder this a different timeline of Naruto world as i a lot will be changed 4_No Harem Disclaimer : I don't own Naruto or its characters (except the original characters I create) PS : It's my first fanfic, I'm hoping it turns out good. All reviews and constructive criticisms are welcome

Ezra Val was a successful young werewolf who excelled in everything he did, Except one thing. Dating. He could not hold his girlfriend even for ten days! And it was all thanks to an annoying person in his life named Rio Velveta. he had been a cancerous existence in his life that would steal his girlfriends at every chance he got. At one point Ezra lost his cool. He decided to seek revenge. Ezra carefully curated a well-sought-out plan to somehow hurt the man and break him down once and for all. But he faced a small problem. That maggot-like person named Rio, ended up being his mate. This threw him off course for a bit. Ezra was forced to accept that this person was his one true mate. but even now he held the past grudge in his heart. His revenge plan continued. albeit with a slight change. This time he decided to personally squish the man’s heart after making him a lovesick puppy. Rio Velveta was going down!

Sold into marriage to a reclusive man. Megan is dragged to a clandestine midnight ceremony and delivered to Gabriel North. Megan must spend 30 days married to Mr. North before she may finally be free forever. The only problem is that he marries every year only to annul the marriage and his brides are never heard from again. No one knows anything about him except that he is extraordinarily wealthy, and he has an estate high on the mountain above the city that no one is brave enough to visit. Before this Megan Steele had the perfect life. She was a wealthy heiress from a prominent family. Her days were filled with family, travel, parties, and society. Expected to marry at eighteen but unable to bear the thought of leaving her perfect life she turned down one offer of marriage after another. Four years and four suitors rejected, Megan has been proposed to for a fifth time. The suitor is the son of her father's investment partner. Megan made a fatal error with this refusal and placed her desire for freedom above her father's company. She finds herself sold into a forced marriage to Mr. Gabriel North to recoup her father's investment funds. More than that though, Megan swears there is something dark about Mr. North, something dangerous, something otherworldly. Where is the staff that keeps caring for them? How does his house keep changing? Why did his friend call him sire?