Accidental Bonding

Seraphina Dorne only meant to escape a suitor, not bind her soul to Elion Thorne, the kingdom’s most feared and cursed noble. The bond should’ve killed her. Instead, it awakened something ancient. Now the court watches, the storm rises, and Elion’s curse threatens to consume them both. But as tension turns to heat, and duty turns to desire, Seraphina must decide: Is she falling for the man...or the monster? And when magic demands a price, will love be their salvation… or their ruin?

Ryo and Minji's story unfolds in a complex backdrop where Ryo struggles with alcoholism, while Minji, a well-educated graduate, has taken on the responsibility of running a pottery design workshop inherited from her parents. Despite their close proximity and shared experiences, there is a noticeable absence of romantic feelings or emotional development between them. This raises the intriguing question: is it possible for them to discover love amidst their contrasting lives?

This is a story about a young man who was left to die on the roadside. but this was not the end of his existence, but a beginning of what is yet to come. he will be reborn in a world where gods walk among mortals. where monsters are not the only threat. will he be able to live a life and find a purpose that is worth living or dying for? Note: This isn't a story where the MC chases every woman, nor does every girl he talks to fall for him. Relationships will have depth and meaning(at least I will try to give depth)—he’ll have to earn their love. He will be stronger than an adventurer at his level, but He won’t start as someone who is too OP, but his growth will outpace even Bell’s. If you're here for real development—both in strength and emotion—then welcome aboard. As of now, I plan to include only Ryuu, Riveria, Ais, and Asfi and focus on them. In the future, I might add Alise, Shakti, Filvis, and maybe even Alfia. And some other characters every chapter will be between 1000 words to 3000 words. another note: This is a fan work. All rights belong to the original creators. No copyright infringement intended. Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/c/AscenderPalgarist181

Note Rate at 18. Rhea has exactly one month left to live, and she plans to go out on her own terms. No more hospitals. No more pity. Just one final reckless night to feel something—anything—before it all ends. She never expected to wake up in silk sheets, naked and sore, in the arms of a man who seemed too powerful, too perfect… and far too obsessed. She tries to run. She gives a fake name. A fake school. She wants to forget. But then, he walks into her classroom. Her professor. Her one-night stand. The man she tried to escape. And he’s not about to let her go.

His name was 25. On Avalis, he was just one of many tasked with fulfilling missions for Earth’s people. This time, he was given a simple one—live as Zeno Han and have an ordinary life. Easy. Or so he thought. The moment he took over Zeno’s body, someone shoved a script into his hands. “You’ll be perfect for this role!” And just like that, he was on set. [Fame Meter: Unable to Measure. Off the charts.] Doctor? Check. Pilot? Check. Eunuch? …Regrettably, check. Every script forces him to relive past missions, and somehow, he’s nailing every performance. Now, the industry wants to make him a star, but can he still complete his mission? Or will fame—and the terrifying unknown of failure—be his final curtain call?

#MATURECONTENT #SMUT #REDFLAG #UNTIED Read the first 10 chapters. I dare you not to fall in love. --- Everyone in Penny Willard’s life had one thing to say: “You're not good enough.” Her ex? "Fat repels people worse you're ugly, why did you think I would want you?" Her sister? "Look at me, Penny. Of course Chris chose me. I'm everything you're not." Her own mother? "I wish you'd never been born." Her stepfather? "You're a mistake. A stain on this family." The help whispered behind closed doors... "She’s just a product of rape who ruined her mother’s life." But then he came along. The madman. The monster. The one everyone feared. And he called her Penguin. His Penguin. His life. His reason. His obsession. --- On the day Penny thought she’d finally found love, she discovered her fiancé, Chris Adkins, was already married… to her baby sister, Ariana. Before she could process the betrayal, another bomb dropped. She was already married. To a man she'd never met before... A man hidden from the world... A man so dangerous, they erased his existence from every record... Osvaldo Adkins. The caged beast in the penthouse. Unstable, cold and dangerously handsome. And absolutely, madly obsessed with his new wife. What started as betrayal turned into love. Penny was done crying over her stupid ex. She was ready to start a new and make them eat their words. She’s not just the chubby, awkward girl everyone bullied anymore. She’s the anonymous genius behind world-shaking breakthroughs. A prodigy scientist. A doctor. The woman everyone secretly relies on. And now? She’s out for revenge. She’ll make Ariana choke on her lies. She’ll make Chris wish he’d never been born. And she’ll set the world on fire, with a madman worshipping the ground she walks on. --- Who said the fat girl can’t be the fantasy? Who said the duff can’t own the story? Watch her rise, fall in love, and burn every bridge that ever held her back. --- Follow @Sspears for updates, chaos, and bonus content. Because this isn’t your average love story. It’s hot. It’s messy. And it’s going to ruin you. Just when you think you have everything figured out, more twist will unfold that would wreck you. Our ML is all shades of red flags, possessive, doesn't mind killing the ones who hurt his Penguin. He's done it countless times and adores his little Penguin with his life. This novel is filled with smutty smut smut smutty scenes. Brace yourself, and get ready for an adventurous ride.

War looms. Secrets smolder. Hiral, the great General of the Eastern Nation, ruled under Empress Shana. An empress who puts her interests above the nation’s needs and prosperity. Alexis, Duke General of the Kingdom of Ro in the west, serves a war-hungry King who just happens to be his uncle. King who wages war left and right to prove he is better than the previous king, his father. Both Hiral and Alexis carry the weight of their nation on their shoulders. Yet, Coincidental meetings, goals and wishes that resonate, unexpected saves, and a surprised haven in each other’s company Forbidden feelings arise amidst bloody wars Will fate be kind or a cruel mistress?

Aria Callen grew up invisible, a servant to the powerful, and a silent witness to the glittering world she would never touch. In the Draven Pack, where Alphas rule and omegas obey, her future seemed fixed. Until destiny branded her differently. When the triplet sons of Alpha Magnus are drawn to her through the sacred mate bond, chaos erupts. Caleb resists her, Cyrus desires her for the wrong reasons, and Caden dreams of breaking free alongside her. As jealousies ignite and ancient enemies stir, Aria uncovers the truth of her bloodline. She is a Moon Wolf, a being of myth and power feared and revered across generations. But power comes at a cost. Rival packs circle like vultures, betrayal festers inside her home, and a boy she once trusted now leads a rebellion that could cost Aria everything. In the end, Aria must forge a new path, not as a Luna chosen by blood but as a leader who defies it.

Everything that happens or fails to happen is fated to be, and Nicole's story is no exception or ... is it? Nicole's world is shattered when she caught Clark, her boyfriend cheating on her on what was supposed to be their fifth anniversary. Heartbroken, she moves in with her best friend. Meanwhile, Clark, a vindictive fellow, angry with Nicole for moving out, and desperate to have her back, launches an attack on Nicole. The plot goes sideways, and a drugged Nicole ends up with Leonard Richardson Litt instead. This turn out of event changes the lives of everyone involved in ways they never thought was possible.

"Wh-who the hell are you and why are you kissing me!?" With Aranea backing away as she hid her lips with her forearm, the blue-haired man who came out of nowhere approached her, making Aranea stand up abruptly but was suddenly stopped when he knelt down right in front of her. "Where is my phone!? Why did you turn into a human being? Why did you kiss me!?" Ignoring her series of questions, the man held her right hand then he kissed the back of her palm, introducing himself to her—everyone flabbergasted with what he said. "My name is Leonel. I am your loyal familiar that you have summoned, Aranea Griffin." *** Aranea Griffin, together with her twin sister, Elenea Griffin, received an invitation to enroll in a magic school. Their foster mother was ecstatic to receive such news! However, she felt doubt on how Aranea had received the invitation when they knew that she did not possess any magical powers compared to her twin sister having musical, healing powers! That was what most people thought... until Aranea kissed her phone, transforming it into a man who claimed to be her loyal familiar! Maybe Aranea may not be as powerless as they think she is... ~ CLARIFICATION: Despite the book having the word harem and the reverse harem tag, they don't share the same FL like what is seen in other stories. Put it simply: each familiar has their own love interest and each of them have their own back story. [WARNING: Some chapters of the book may contain mature R-18 content.] Cover commissioned to: Chainslock Update Schedule: HIATUS Information about the cover: The cover will change along with the story. With the familiars that Aranea will unlock, the chibi character will no longer be dimmed. ;) So stay tuned, and enjoy the story! Want to further show your support? Send me a ko-fi~! ^^ Link: https://ko-fi.com/mysticamy

A deep voice yelled behind her, "Get the rogue!" "Don't let her escape!" When Astra jumped over a downed tree, her bare feet hit the cold ground. There were leaves and sticks in her long, dark hair as it whipped around her face. She couldn't stop. When thieves were caught by pack wolves, they usually died. She kept going even though it hurt her side to run so fast. She had learned one thing from being chased for ten years: never stop when they're close. "I see her!" Another arrow flew by, this time brushing her arm. Astra bit her lip to keep from crying out. Blood trickled down her arm, but she couldn't worry about that now. The smell would make it easy for them to track her, though. Up ahead was a river. If she could just reach it, she might be able to hide her smell. Astra pushed her tired legs harder, ignoring the pain shooting through her body. Astra, the daughter of the Alpha, went rogue ten years ago after the mysterious death of her sister, Lyra. Forced to live as a slave, she never imagined that on her 18th birthday, she would discover that her mate was none other than the feared Alpha of the strongest pack, Alaric. But their bond is far from simple. As she struggles to win his heart and gain the pack’s acceptance, the return of a woman she thought was dead will force Astra to confront the dark secrets of her past. With enemies hiding in plain sight and a prophecy that could destroy everything, Astra must fight not only for love but for her very survival.

Patricia had only one goal in life: to finally break free from her abusive family. But what happens when she suddenly finds herself married to a man she has never even met? Just when she finally found the love of her life and landed her dream job, everything spiraled. Her world shifted overnight when she discovered she was married to the most infamous and feared man in the city. Roman Blackthorn, known as The Don of the Doctors, was revered for his unmatched medical skills and chilling indifference. Few knew much about him and he rarely appeared in public but everyone knew not to cross him. Believing her stepmother was behind it all, Patricia made the bold decision to face Roman and ask for a divorce… from a man who didn’t even know he was married.

"No one in this world can kill us — except each other." Raised together under the same roof yet bound by an ancient curse, Ryu Junseo (류준서), Korea’s youngest chaebol CEO, and Han Areum (한아름), Asia’s top prodigy cardiologist, share a secret no one else knows: they are immortal to the world — but only each other holds the power to end the other's life. On the surface, they pretend to be polite childhood friends to please their loving grandparents, who dream of their marriage. But behind closed doors, they are sworn enemies, scarred by old wounds, unspoken misunderstandings, and the terrifying knowledge that a single moment of weakness could destroy them both. Yet destiny binds them tighter than hate ever could. Both carry divine powers: Junseo can command Areum’s very will with a single word, while Areum alone can shatter Junseo’s immortality. Their hearts beat in secret rhythm — enemies by choice, protectors by fate. When a covert spy mission pulls them into a dangerous conspiracy linked to the curse's ancient origin, buried truths rise to the surface. The only way to break the curse? They must marry willingly and bear a child born of real love — the child who would free them both. But can two hearts poisoned by pride and fear learn to love before it’s too late? And when the moment comes, will they save each other — or destroy everything? --- A story of hatred that hides longing, power that demands sacrifice, and love so fierce it can rewrite destiny. Enemies by heart, partners by fate — until love makes them truly free.

Waking up from a coma was the least of Serena’s worries when she finds out she’s married! She can’t remember who she is. Her parents are plotting to kill her. What does a young woman do in such a situation? She traps her handsome rich husband ofcourse! Serena will not let him go until she uncovers the truth. Aiden Hawk married for convenience. Blackmailed by his grandmother, he came up with the perfect plan. Marry a woman on her deathbed and play the role of her grieving lover. When she passes away, he would be free to do as he pleased! But to everyone's surprise, she came back alive! What’s more, she’s sticking to him like glue! Will their accidental marriage work out or will they be separared for ever? *Picture credits: Queenfrieza Snippet: Her eyes widened in shock when he walked over to lock the hospital room door with a click. "What are you doing?" she asked shakily. She did not like the look on his face. He raised a brow and smirked, raising the corner of his mouth. "What do you think I'm doing?" "Why… why did you lock the door?" "My wife...You've woken up after so long. Of course, I have to spend some time with you undisturbed..." Serena watched him as he walked towards her, his presence seemingly filling the room. Her heart almost threatened to leap out of her chest...She wanted to jump off the bed but her legs were useless and she had no strength...

* * * Identical twins Rhea and Rina St.Clair were once inseparable, their bonds so profound that they could finish each other's sentences. But on the day of their eighth birthday, a shadow fell over their connection. Rina, the bold and fiery twin, began to feel a deep-seated resentment towards her quieter, seemingly perfect sister. As Rhea basked in the warmth of affection and admiration, Rina's heart darkened with envy, transforming their once harmonious relationship into a battleground of jealousy and rivalry. As they approached college the stakes rise. Rina, desperate to carve out her own identity forces Rhea to adopt various characters including a tomboy-ish look, while she embraces her role as the glamorous princess. But when Aries Mantle, the school's notorious and handsome bad boy also Rina's secret crush enters the picture, the tension escalates.

#HAREM, #R18, #ECCHI, #SMUT #ROMANCE [WARNING] ****** /THIS NOVEL CONTAINS TOO MUCH EXPLICT SEXUAL CONTENT, CURSE LANGUAGE **** * ** ******* * **** AUDIENCE DISCRETION IS ADVISED "Willa. Man, that girl. Picture perfect. Like, the kind of perfect that made my teenage hormones throw a full-blown rave every time she walked by. My nightly 'Willa fantasies' were legendary, let's just say. Pure, unadulterated, mind-melting… yeah, you get the picture. So, picture this: me, late for class, scrambling through the hallway like a greased pig. BAM! I slam into someone. Willa. And, oh boy, did I get a show. Turns out, she was going commando. A major, major wardrobe malfunction. And let's just say my body decided to throw its own mini celebration. Instant bulge. Visible. Obvious. Her eyes went wide, a mix of surprise and… was that a smirk? My blood was pumping like a jackhammer. I tried to play it cool, slinking back to my seat in the back. But guess who decided to join me? Willa, blushing like she'd just won the lottery. My heart beating hard. Was she into me? Was this my lucky day? Look, I'm not gonna lie. This isn't some deep, philosophical journey. It's about girls. Hot girls. And, yeah, a harem. Because why settle for one goddess when you can have a whole pantheon? But Willa… she's different. She's the OG fantasy. So, the question is, can I juggle a whole crew and still keep my eyes on the prize? Can I have my cake and eat it too, or will Willa make me choose? Stay tuned, because this is gonna get wild." ----------------------- #HAREM, #R18, #ECCHI, #SMUT #ROMANCE ------------------------ [PLEASE NOTE] [THERE'S NOT A SINGLE NTR IN THIS NOVEL UNLIKE THE FIRST ONE.] ---::--------------- Show some support by:- 49 comments= 1 extra chapter. 50 power stone= 1 extra chapter 20 Golden tickets= 1 extra chapter. 1 magic Castle= 7 extra chapter. Thanks you.

--WSA 2025 ENTRY-- Sam wasn’t a hero. He was barely even a functional adult. Just a normal guy dropped into a fantasy world without his consent, Sam had one rule: Don’t be a hero. Unfortunately, when you’ve been “chosen by prophecy” and destiny clings to you like a bad smell, that’s easier said than done. Summoned to a world that is under siege by a mysterious force known only as the Void, Sam is immediately informed by a cryptic woman that he’s the savior foretold in legend. He wants no part of it. All he wants is to get back home. But fate isn’t taking no for an answer. Every time Sam tries to walk away, he ends up deeper in trouble — with crazed cultists, pirate queens, sea beasts, corrupted dukes, bureaucratic tribal councils, and at least three gods who shouldn’t be allowed to manage anything more complex than a spoon. Sure, he was granted powerful magic during the summoning. Unfortunately, it never seems to work when or how he actually needs it. Armed with accidental magic, weaponized sarcasm, and a complete lack of long-term planning, Sam stumbles through one disaster after another — slowly collecting an increasingly chaotic crew that includes: – A thief who sees every dilemma as an opportunity to get extra coin, – A cultist who just wants to open a bakery, – And a brooding adventurer still emotionally wrecked from his last breakup. (Oh, and a living plant. Don’t ask.) Sam’s only goal is to get home. But surviving in a world unraveling at the seams means more than just running away. It means bluffing your way through magical trials, navigating tangled politics, and occasionally wrestling a skeleton. If he’s lucky, he might just stop the Void from devouring reality. If not? Well, he’ll at least make fun of it until the very end.

Aria Blackwood has always Lived in her father's shadow, an Omega confined to the fringes of pack Life. On her eighteenth birthday, a bond ceremony meant to bind her to one Alpha heir instead Links her soul to Dorian, Tobias, and Marcus_triplets and sons of Alpha Raphael Blackwood. Pack Law offers no path for three-way bonds, and chaos erupts in the Great Hall. As Rowan Vale the seer reveals fragments of an older prophecy, Aria Learns that each prince carries a shard of her soul. Dorian's binding rune is failing, Tobias uncovers a warning that unworthy Luna rulership means death, and Marcus secretly serves the Syndicate. Meanwhile, a blood pact forces her to consider marriage to a rival if she accepts her place, and her friend Selene Hart confesses a hidden Lineage that could tip the balance. On the night of the blood moon, the Syndicate attacks. Marcus reveals his orders to kill her, but Aria invokes her hidden royal blood, unleashing ancient Ruby Wolf magic that subdues him. With the true moonstone returned and her Lineage confirmed, she breaks her father's pact and forges a balanced bond with all three brothers. The Syndicate's hold collapses, and Elias Crow relinquishes his claim. In the aftermath, Aria is crowned Luna alongside her tri-bonded heirs. Dorian becomes chief protector, Tobias pack scholar, and Marcus guardian of the borders. Selene rises as diplomat, and Elias stands Loyal as an ally. Under Aria's rule, the Suncrest Pack enters a new era of unity, its future reshaped by a bond thought impossible.

Absolutely. Here's a powerful, dark, and emotionally gripping synopsis for your mafia romance novel: --- BONDED BY FATE A dark mafia romance set in the shadows of New York’s underworld, where love is a weapon and fate never asks for permission. --- SYNOPSIS: Chloe Moreau is running—from her past, from her name, from a man who turned her into a living work of pain. With a body that tells more stories than her mouth ever could, she dances in underground clubs by night and disappears into anonymity by day. Her silence is her shield. Her scars, her legacy. She doesn’t speak of Diego Santiago, the Spanish cartel heir who once owned her like a painting. She doesn’t mention the private ballet she performed for him—or the bruises that came after. Chloe wants freedom. Peace. Oblivion. But when she dances barefoot in a forbidden Manhattan club, she catches the eye of Alexander Wu—a ruthless, cold-hearted mafia prince with a past soaked in blood and a gaze that strips her bare in seconds. Alexander doesn’t believe in love. He believes in control. And Chloe is the one thing he can’t control—or let go of. From the moment he sees

Have you ever witnessed Death or imagined it? Seeing your loved ones drop dead before your --Watchful eyes you watch and do nothing? And how does it feel to be solely condemned by the people you call your own? What about deeming you worthless? This is Lelia's story. The curse that gave her the stigma of a weak among the pack, even with the blood of a powerful Alpha, her life was always in the shadow, hiding from prying eyes. Leila Pentagon, who was almost no different from a normal human, faces so much turbulence driving her life towards a corner. Will she be able to achieve her goals?

On the day of her wedding, Evie Yong’s world shattered before her very eyes as her soon-to-be husband trashed all their past eight years of relationship by denying her at the altar, in the presence of everyone. However, forced to watch her fiancé stolen, Evie couldn't believe her stepmother and stepsister dared to plot such a scheming plan to ruin her completely. Devastated and feeling betrayed, Evie had to come up with a quick option to save herself from all this mess and that was when she had to flee away from her wedding in shame and soon figured out a plan to strike back in such a way that her enemies will be put into ruins, just as they once did to her earlier. === “Mr. Lu, It seems we're both victims of circumstance. My groom has abandoned me for my sister, and your fiancée has run away. Why don't we turn this awkward situation into an opportunity?” She smiled boldly. “Let's get married, right here, right now!” Lu Tiancheng’s expression remained unreadable, but briefly, a hint of intrigue flickered in his eyes. He raised an eyebrow, “You're suggesting we marry each other and also we are complete strangers?” Evie Yong nodded, her confidence unwavering. “Why not? We're both clearly compatible and this way, we can both save face and gain a partner, except for the fact that this will be a contract marriage of six months.” Lu Tiancheng's gaze lingered on hers as if sizing her up. Then, he nodded slowly. “Very well, let's do it.” === “You're either very brave or very reckless to make such an attempt in picking me as your husband in public,” he said after the marriage. “If I didn't try, we wouldn't have figured out a way to get this opportunity.” She responded. …. He's a giant of entrepreneurship, standing high among moguls. She was born out of wedlock and denied by her family. She's been fighting tooth and nail to make a name for herself in the cutthroat world of entertainment, refusing to let her illegitimacy define her destiny. Two strangers are brought together under one roof, but their newfound connection has dangerous people lurking around. There are evil people scheming and eagerly waiting for Evie’s downfall and never going to stop until they successfully get her kicked out of the door. But funnily enough, those games are the very things that will ultimately lead to their own downfall, as Evie uses their schemes against them and turns the tables in her favor. #Sweetheart #Secretidentity #1v1

Eli Walker only wanted to draw in peace, unnoticed and unbothered. But when his quiet sketches start reaching the hearts of ten very different girls, his low-profile life turns into something straight out of a romance anime. Each girl sees something different in him—some see the boy who listens without judgment, others the artist who captures beauty no one else notices. And Eli? He's just trying to survive high school without losing his mind… or his sketchbook. Caught between friendship, feelings, and way too many confession letters, Eli finds himself at the center of a slow-burn storm of emotions, jealousy, and awkward hallway encounters. The worst part? He might be falling for all of them. He didn’t mean to draw a harem. But now that he has… What happens when it’s time to choose?

In a quiet rural village tucked away in a forgotten corner of a vast fantasy world, two children—Kael Varenth and Elya Serinheart—share an unbreakable bond forged in youth and nurtured by love. But everything changes on the day of their Coming of Age Ceremony, when their magical awakenings drive a wedge between them. Elya is chosen by the divine gift of Holy Sword Magic, while Kael is cursed with Dark Magic, a power long associated with demons and destruction. Deemed too dangerous, Kael is imprisoned by the Temple of Creation, while Elya is sent to the capital to become a warrior of the light. Years pass. Fate twists. The boy who was cast away becomes the Demon Emperor, and the girl molded into a savior is sent to kill him. Their reunion ends in tragedy—Kael dies by Elya’s blade. But before his final breath, he passes to her a forbidden power… and a second chance. Now, awakened in their sixteen-year-old bodies once more—memories intact—they defy destiny. They flee the Temple’s control, reignite their bond, and begin to unravel the lies of the gods. As they journey through a world afraid of what they represent, Kael and Elya must face ruthless hunters, ancient truths, and their own dark reflections. The spark of rebellion has been lit. And from the ashes of betrayal, a new flame will rise.

Two souls, bound by fate—torn by time. Devran, a cursed immortal prince with a heart locked in ice, meets Tianlan, a mysterious celestial envoy with secrets buried in stardust. In a world where love is forbidden by the heavens, their connection defies every divine rule. But when an ancient prophecy awakens and fragments of their past lives surface, they discover that their love isn’t just destiny—it’s the key to restoring the lost balance of the realms. Guided by a divine oracle with a hidden identity, their bond will be tested by betrayal, power, and a war between light and shadow. Can two hearts shattered by time find their way back to each other... before the heavens tear them apart again? A breathtaking historical fantasy BL romance of devotion, destiny, and divine love.

Died once? Unlucky. Died twice? Suspicious. Got dumped into a new world as a six-year-old chakra-deficient orphan? Now that’s just rude. Meet our unlucky protagonist: once a modern-day rich guy with a loving wife, two kids, and a garage full of mid-life-crisis cars—until fate slammed the brakes with a truck. Reincarnated again in a world where everyone can absorb chakra from the air like free Wi-Fi… except him. Yep, our boy’s basically running a cultivation emulator on potato specs. But fate's not completely cruel—he’s gifted a Tutorial System by a fed-up god who’s tired of watching him die like an NPC. The catch? It nags more than a grandma and upgrades slower than a government app. With a half-drunken master who forgets mid-lesson, a world where punching mountains is normal, and a chakra system locked tighter than grandma’s candy jar, can our accidental cultivator rise to greatness? Or will he die a third time—this time from embarrassment? Brace yourself for absurd power levels, epic fights, weirdly wise drunkards, and the slowest glow-up in cultivation history. This isn't your usual "chosen one" tale—

Ivanna Blake only wanted one wild weekend to forget her ex and celebrate her freedom — but waking up next to a breathtakingly gorgeous stranger in a luxury island resort wasn’t part of the plan. Even worse? There’s a shiny wedding band on her finger… and a legal marriage certificate to prove it. Her mysterious new husband? Adrian Stone — the ruthless, billionaire CEO known for icy boardroom deals and a heart locked behind stone walls. When the media catches wind of their union, Adrian proposes a deal: stay married for six months to save his company’s image, and walk away with enough money to start a new life. But as business turns into pleasure, and sparks begin to fly, Ivanna finds herself caught between a contract and her heart. Adrian may have built empires with cold logic—but can he survive a love that threatens to break through his defenses? What started as an accident… may just be the beginning of forever.

Ten years ago, Magnolia was blamed for her sister’s death and cast out of her pack. Her Alpha father’s final words “Why did she die, but not you?” drove her into exile. She lived among humans, hiding her identity, her wolf, and her pain. Now, at twenty-eight, Magnolia learns her mate is none other than Rhett Callahan , the powerful Alpha of the strongest pack and heir to a billion-dollar empire. But instead of love, he offers her a contract: marry him for one year so he can fulfill the requirements of his inheritance. Magnolia accepts to save her parents’ home but finds herself in a loveless arrangement, mocked by the pack and haunted by the past. Then Camille returns with another woman, the one he truly loves… and it’s Magnolia ’s sister, long thought dead. As secrets explode and bonds unravel, Magnolia must decide if she can forgive the mate who rejected her or burn the past down with him in it.

She married him instead of her cousin. After seeing his disfigured face and sinister personality, she regretted it. However, he showed great interest in her. Even though he didn't love her, he wouldn't give her up. "You know forcing me is useless, right?" "At least I have the right to force you."