Tony Goldwyn Kerry Washington

The story begins with Ryu practicing for a marathon, where his brother Tony urges him to come home for lunch. Ryu expresses his desire to join the EX Agency, but their mother is concerned about the admission fee. After learning that the marathon's first prize is $100,000, Ryu vows to win it to secure their admission. He wins the marathon and uses the prize money to buy scholarships for himself and Tony, allowing them to attend the EX Agency. Upon arriving at the EX Agency, Ryu and Tony meet new friends: Kai and Jin. They learn about their weapon training classes and select their primary and secondary weapons. During lunch, they hear rumors from a boy named Wei about a secret weapon hidden in a cave, but Ryu warns against breaking the rules. As they continue their training, the group prepares for a monthly test. They discover that Wei has been researching the cave and the rumors surrounding it. Wei reveals that several students have gone missing, prompting the group to investigate the cave at night. They find themselves in a dangerous situation when they encounter guards and a mysterious figure named Lei, who seeks a powerful weapon. Ryu and his friends fight against the guards, and during the chaos, Ryu discovers a legendary sword. However, Lei captures them, intending to use their blood to awaken the weapon's power. With teamwork, Ryu, Tony, and their friends manage to defeat Lei and escape with the other captured students. After their adventure, they wake up in a hospital, where Master Feng praises them for their bravery. The group learns that the cave has been sealed, and the fate of the legendary weapon remains unknown. As they prepare for their next test, they continue to train and develop their unique weapon abilities. The story ends with the group discovering a portal that leads to another adventure, hinting at more challenges and mysteries to come.

Before they got married, Laurent already knew that Dave Washington had another woman in his heart, yet she still chose to marry him because Dave had always been the one she loved. She loved Dave, but his heart belonged to another woman. It was said that this woman loved another man, who happened to be Dave's illegitimate half-brother. Laurent believed that having a child would secure their shaky marriage. Until one day, the woman Dave loved finally told him, "Actually, the person I love is you." Laurent had devoted her youth and energy to this sensational and messy love story, only to helplessly watch it collapse. Heartbroken, she chose to divorce. She thought Dave's infidelity would make her easily give up on the house, car, and property during the divorce, with the only request being custody of their daughter. But to her surprise, Dave insisted that she was unfit to raise their daughter and refused to give her custody. In order to fight for her daughter, she embarked on a long and exhausting legal battle. She said to him, "You're so persistent—aren't you worried your lover is waiting for you anxiously?" Dave smiled and replied, "If you have time to worry about her, you might as well get a new lawyer." In a fit of rage, she threw a cup of water in his face. "Dave Washington, you're despicable!" Yes, every lawyer she hired was bought off by him with large sums of money. Finally, disheartened, she gave up custody of their daughter and decided to leave the country to heal. But he sent someone to intercept her at the airport...

The circle held its breath as Damon’s challenge hung in the air, heavy with tension. His voice was light, but his words dripped with provocation. “Xavier, would you rather have the undivided attention of a mysterious person for the rest of the night… or get your dream car?” Xavier’s smirk sharpened, his eyes gleaming with something far more dangerous than amusement. “I choose the first,” he said, his gaze locking onto Kamsi. Her heart stuttered, her pulse quickening under the weight of his stare. Damon’s grin widened. “Then seduce someone here. Fifteen seconds. No touch. No explicit words. Just your charm.” The air grew thick, crackling with anticipation. The room leaned in as Xavier rose slowly, like a predator stalking its prey. His eyes never wavered from Kamsi, who could feel her resolve slipping under his relentless focus. She told herself it was just a game. But the way he moved, the way his presence engulfed her, made her wonder: What happens when a game stops being a game? When Kamsi Chibuike arrived in Washington, D.C., she craved a fresh start—a place where she could blend into the background and escape her past. But blending in was impossible once she crossed paths with Xavier Alastair, the untouchable bully who ruled Washington DC International School with a smirk that promised trouble. Their first encounter left her humiliated, furious… and unforgettable in his eyes. Xavier thrives on power, his sharp tongue and devilish charm keeping everyone at arm’s length. Yet, Kamsi’s defiance sparks something in him—something he can’t ignore. She becomes his favorite target, their clashes more intense with each encounter. But the more they push each other, the more Kamsi senses that beneath Xavier’s cruelty lies something broken, something real. What starts as a battle of wills turns into a dangerous game of attraction, where every insult masks a deeper truth and every glance threatens to ignite something uncontrollable. As Kamsi is drawn into Xavier’s chaotic world, she realizes that he isn’t just the school’s bully—he’s a storm threatening to tear through everything she thought she knew. The Bully’s Redemption is a gripping, tension-filled story of fierce enemies, forbidden desires, and the thin line between hate and passion. In a world where games can become deadly, and redemption seems impossible, Kamsi and Xavier must decide: Will they destroy each other, or will they find salvation in the chaos?

"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

Susanna Dewell, an 18 year old from Washington encounters her unprecedented love journey that arises from a lead awkward situation. She falls in love for the first time but she has to undergo the dangers associated with the path she chose. Can she be able to bear all the pain, betrayal, bitterness? Can she handle the expenses of love?

In Ravenshire, Kyros, a ruthless warlord, seeks to conquer the town of Brookville. When Jael returns to rescue the children away from it's ruins, Kyros' anger is fueled by the memories Jael's presence brings and he orders her kidnap. As Sandra and her friends are left behind in the ruins of Brookville, they realize they are the only ones that possess the power, capable of confronting and destroying Kyros and his cult. With the fate of Brookville hanging in the balance, Sandra, Tony, Lissa, Ray and Anaia must choose between standing in the gap for the redemption of Brookville or cowering away like the others. But as the battle for Brookville rages on, Kyros' true intentions threaten to destroy the very fabric of reality. Can they prevent catastrophe, or will Kyros' will prevail? Would they be prepared to put on their armor and withstand the evil day? Ephesians 6:12-13

Kerry hates vampires, she fears them and would have rather avoided having to ever deal with one. Her life is made complicated when her mother gets remarried to a vampire. As a human who has always believed that Vampires, Wolves, and incubuses were nothing more than stories, she is among the few who find it difficult to cope with their existence. With a new father, along comes a Drop-dead gorgeous stepbrother oozing danger, a single look would leave her frozen in place. " Don't look at me like that " " Like what?" he asked, head tilted " Like you want to bite me" " Maybe I do, you look delicious" Kerry hates vampires, yet it's hard to not get seduced by one

This story is about the Alexander's siblings. Dwayne Alexander's POV Can you just give us another chance please " I pleaded no!' you don't love me enough " she sobs kerry , I do love you " I said in a trembling voice ,how can she thinks I don't. no!' you don't as everytime something comes up you always give up on us " kerry sobs it's true, I hate to admit, I did give up everytime but I wanna make it work now. and I do anything to make her forgive me ... ______ As the night falls and the rain begins to fall Just like the first time they met, in Kim's heart it was romantic. But in her mind it was tragic as whatever falls gets broken. A young man who is in his early twenties and a young lady who is in her teens , stood face to face in the rain looking at each other silently–suddenly, someone broke the silence Yang, i have nothing to say to you .. goodnight and goodbye, " said the young lady in a tired and hurt voice as she called the guy by the nickname she gave him before she even knew his real name, Then she walked away ,but the young man held her hands and pulled her back and said while looking at her eyes . No, we are not done talking, and you're not allowed to walk away without answering me !! , " He said, then add . And I'll ask you again ?”..Why did you go when I asked you to stay ?” .Why do you always run away from me ?” What is wrong, Kim ?”, " the young man asks, annoyed She young lady look look at him with a pain expression on her face even tho her lips had a smile on it and even tho the rain was falling on could still see her eyes were looking as if it would soon begin to flow like the rain She then said with a smirked Do you really not know?” ,Did you ever not know ?? the young man nodded his head The young lady finally had enough as it had been 8 months and decided to confess. Yang , I love you, ever since i first saw you and i can't–do this anymore I have been doing it long before..hoping you would be mine one day, but it never works out Pretending to be your friend it's not easy but I try and I try to forget my feelings and live with you but I guess maybe I should have learned to live without you.” She said then sighed inwardly knowing that it was a bad idea to tell him I did live without you for those few months but then there you go again .. you made things a lot harder when you came back and we became friends and now you're going again Yang, I had enough. You can't keep going and coming out of my life like that. The young man was shocked by the sudden confessions and said nothing like he was in another world . Kimanda looked at him for a while , and when he didn't say anything, she asked , " Can i atless kiss you ?? , without waiting for his reply, she walk up to him with all the courage she had and their lips met It was so sudden that even before Yang could come out of his shock ,then comes another one Kimanda suck and nibbled his lower lips as she had always wanted too as she knew this might be the first and the last time she ever got the chance to , so she took her time even though she wanted more she let go of his lips and looked into his shocked eyes. ----- VOl1 = That stranger that became my everything from nothing, Kim Alexander is a young girl who lost her sister , her best friend,her comfort zone , her idol , her advisor, her protector. Lost in grief, she lost hope , she had lost her world., dream and hopes when lovie lost her life , her friends betrayed her. In two years nothing but fear grows in her heart , she gets distant to her family and everyone she once loved. She don't wanna have that pain of losing someone else and she realizes that everyone who comes will leave eventually. At the age of 13 she falls in love with a stranger who is much older than her , fear crumpled in her heart but still it beats for him. Despite the fear , she went ahead and loved him wholeheartedly . She did secretly for months until she told him but he left anyways

After a mysterious cosmic failure, a tiny, ancient spacefaring being bound to the forces of dark matter and energy crashes onto Earth and inadvertently integrates itself into the brain of Antonio "Tony" Williams, a middle-aged Marine veteran turned gig worker in Santa Monica. This chance encounter transforms Tony's ordinary life into something extraordinary as the being, nicknamed "Roomie," begins to repair itself by enhancing Tony's mind and body with abilities far beyond human limits. Together, Tony and Roomie navigate the intricacies of their shared consciousness, with Tony gaining an unparalleled understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces—dark matter and dark energy. As Tony’s powers grow, so do his responsibilities, forcing him to balance his evolving identity with his relationships, especially with his fiercely loyal girlfriend, Jay, who struggles to reconcile the man she loves with the extraordinary being he’s becoming. As Tony’s bond with Roomie deepens, he embarks on an intense journey of self-mastery, training to manipulate dark matter and eventually create the building blocks of the universe itself. With Roomie’s guidance, Tony begins constructing atoms from scratch, learning to harness his newfound abilities while grappling with the weight of his transformations. But as the pair uncover the secrets of the cosmos, Tony must face the challenges of integrating his superhuman abilities into his life, all while understanding the profound implications of wielding the universe’s most powerful forces. In a story that blends science fiction with human connection, The Dark Matter Sage explores what it means to grow, adapt, and take responsibility for unimaginable power.

Jacque Washington is a high school phenomenon is on the verge of uplifting his whole community.

Synopsis: In a world overrun by a monstrous, otherworldly invasion, a lone survivor named Kai emerges as humanity's last hope. Armed with a mysterious, advanced system known as "Elysium," Kai possesses extraordinary abilities that allow him to fight back against the alien invaders. As he battles through hordes of monstrous creatures and unravels the secrets of Elysium, Kai discovers a hidden truth about the invasion and his own destiny. Main Character Name: Kai System Description: Elysium is an advanced artificial intelligence system that has bonded with Kai, granting him enhanced physical abilities, superhuman strength, and the power to manipulate energy.

a sci-fi autobiography

Arriving at a small town in Washington was a breath of fresh air. A change of pace that would mark a new beginning. What Laiyo didn’t think however was the change of pace accelerating to light speed… Laiyo expected that some things would be unexpected but fighting off a thousand legged cow was definitely not in his realm of possibilities. And with 2 idiots that drag him with them to each new life-endangering anomaly, that cow would be the least weird occurrence yet. Aliens, parallel worlds, shadow-people will all have to be dealt with.

Arthur, forced to work as a delivery driver to earn a living for his sick sister found himself being fired after some rich woman threw a tantrum over a late delivery. "Hey! You peasant, why is my food so cold?" She said, before dashing the food at his face. Arthur could still feel the cold drink dripping down his neck, mingling with the rain and every frustration he’d buried. His hands clenched around his phone, the screen flickering with an alert he'd never seen before. > Mission Available. > Objective: Investigate the events surrounding the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Washington D.C., April 14th, 1865. > Reward: ???

Pearl is the only daughter of the Smith family who arranged a marriage between Tony and she Pearl. Even though Pearl is 4 and Tony is two years older than her, they inescapably have feelings for each other. Pearl is the only girl in her family, an9 d having 5 older brothers. She is carefree, but Tony is the sole heir and only child of his family. So he has a lot of responsibilities to shoulder . And since their families were the powerful families in the country, they were a good match. But fate plays a hateful trick on the causing them to separate. On the day they were, they'd met under a sacred tree they planted when they first met as kids. And on that night, it was a rare red moon causing the sacred treez to bloom.They promised each other to come back 10 years later under the same tree. What will happen 10 years later when they meet

I'm less than thrilled to be moving back to Neyland, and the worst part is that my childhood friend Tony Nathan is going to be my neighbour and classmate again. We've known each other since we were kids, but I had to move to Korea with my family a few years ago. Now, I'm returning to London and will be attending Royalty High School, one of the best schools in the city. While I'm relieved to have someone to talk to, I have to admit that Tony can be pretty annoying. He's always been dashingly handsome and smart, but also rude and infuriating at times. Despite our friendship, I've never been a huge fan of his. As I settle into my new life, I'm surprised to discover that we'll be living in the most expensive estate in Neyland - and that we'll be living with Tony's family, the Black family! My parents are best friends with his parents, and apparently, they've always hoped that we'd end up together. Yeah, right. I have five older brothers who are cool with the arrangement, but I'm still trying to wrap my head around it all. Living with Tony's family means I'll have to put up with his annoying antics all the time. But hey, at least I'll have someone to talk to, even if he drives me crazy sometimes." Read more to find out more about our crazy adventures

What happens if u get a second chance at achieving your dream?, but with the added advantage of a System. Follow the story of Tony Lane a business man who has a second chance at achieving what he always wanted... becoming a professional footballer and maybe even becoming a lord of football.

This story follows two individuals from two different walks of life. The female protagonist is from Washington D.C and struggle with daily expenses. The male protagonist is from the upper-class trying to walk his own path. Can they have a happy story or is this a heartbreak waiting to happen?

Irving, un chico de dieciséis años, introvertido, serio y depresivo empieza a florecer en él el sentimiento romántico al ver a la persona equivocada, o tal vez no. Una historia llena de sorpresas, dolor, traiciones y finalmente después de la tempestad, amor. ¿Su amor será lo suficientemente fuerte para que esa persona le corresponda y así poder empezar a ser feliz?

with a name that belied his true nature , Angell Summer was born deception. Sophisticated and Proper Miracle McCarthy first laid eyes on the sexy Adonis she was thinking he wasn't the ideal man for her... But still yet she needs him to Fool the people of Washington (New York), Angell could teach her how, but what started as simple lesson in etiquette and speech soon become smoldering lessons in love... . . . . . . . . . . . .°°°°°°°. . . . . . . . . . . she felt her nerves melt beneath his touch ,felt the barely concealed longing within her rise up and make her lean onto his hands. His eyes were on her , she could see them despite the dimmed light in the room, it was so dimmed, and they were so alone, in the train suite , the knowledge of such privacy squelched the protesting voice inside her. "What do you want, Mimi?" he asked his voice dusky, his hands hot even through the jacket. she was on the verge of saying it, of asking for what she'd wanted since she'd stepped out on this platform with him, her breath came rapidly , and she parted her lips to speak. "Say it, " he said ,his grips tightened. " you have to say it Mimi ". " Kiss Me, " she said in a hot, hoarse breath. (Racing Hearts) . . Edna_Bruce

Tony Meyers turned into a house boy bullied by his wife and her family. Despite the fact that he was their benefactor who picked them from the trenches, they schemed against him and decided to kick him to the curb, and move on to a richer man after craftily taking away his wealth through his wife, Priscilla's pretentious love. He refused to leave quietly, so they poisoned him with a deadly poison and sold him to kidnappers who eventually sold him to an evil organization. There he meets Ava Smith, the heiress of the all powerful Smith family, who was equally kidnapped. Through their bone crushing ordeal, she discovered he was the lost master of the Meyer family, whom all the subordinate families were tasked to find. She took him home to take his place as the heir of the most powerful family in the world. However, that was just the beginning of his adventures as he discovered higher realms. Finally, broken pieces of his memories began to make sense. He was the all powerful martial god of the eighth heaven who went missing after winning the demon god. A hero's journey is not always sweet and rosy, but it sure is interesting and mind blowing.

Anomalous from the Latin word "anōmalus" means irregular or unusual, follows the life of Omega Dianne Crawford as she shifts from a child to an adult, having to make choices for herself and what she wishes to be, as well as how she wishes to impact the world. The first big choice she must make is in the beginning of the story, where she has to decide literally what type of person she will be through the form of the coalitions that are presented in the society they live in. However, as we can learn at the beginning of the story, she is more than one coalitions. She fits in several of them. Reading in between the lines, being "ANOMALOUS ", fitting into more than one coalitions was never a bad thing. Even though the society wished to kill those that don't fit into the standard, Omega is essentially good. Fitting everywhere, or nowhere for that case, doesn't have to be a bad thing at all, just as Omega fitted into all, yet none of the coalitions, according to the rules of the Eruditus, the knowledgeable ones, the coalitions that depends on the knowledge they gained from studying which scientists and researchers belong. However, Omega chooses to become a Domitare, the brave and courageous ones, where armies and warriors belong, which means that she will have to face all her fears. She does this with her head held high, and she later learns to overcome them. This is one of the peaks of the story, where Omega obviously shows the strength of being fearless. "There is nothing wrong with having fears, she says, but they should never stop you from becoming what you wish to be and following your dreams." *Omega's POV* We are lucky to be in The City. They say the war was terrible, that the rest of the world was destroyed. Our founders built the wall to keep us safe and they divided us into five groups, the COALITIONS, to keep the peace. I saw people busy, typing on computers, analyzing and computing data's, reading and writing down their thoughts and ideas, looking on their experiments. The smart ones, the ones who value knowledge and logic are in Eruditus. They know everything and they are colored in blue. They lived in this City, the Manhattan. There is also this people who loves farming, tilling the soil, showing kindness and always wearing their smiles that they call happiness. This is the Amicus who farm the land, they are all about kindness and harmony, always happy. They are colored in orange and lived in the City of Queens. On the other hand, this people are banging their gavels, always in the court. The Candidus who value honesty and order. They tell the truth, even when you wish they wouldn't. They are colored in white and lived in the City of Brooklyn. And then there's Domitare. They're our protectors, our soldiers, our police. (Man and woman climbing at the hall's pillar going to the peak) I always thought they were amazing. Brave, fearless and free. Some people think Domitare are crazy, which they kind of are. They are colored black and lived in the City of Staten Island. "Come on Omega."called my father. My coalitions is Abnegatus. The others all call us "Pawn". We lead a simple life, selfless, dedicated to helping others. We even feed the Outcast, the ones who don't fit in anywhere. We are colored into gray and lives in this city called The Bronx. Because we're public servants, we're trusted to run the government. My father works alongside our leader, Matteos Goldwyn. It all works. Everyone knows where they belong. Except for me.

When life's being bitchy, it will 'eff you over. Who would have thought that when I, the Captain of the country's Special Forces, woke up after reading a recommended historical romance fantasy novel; I'd end up in the novel itself. Blah! Talk about cliché! Seriously though, it was fine that I ended up in a novel. But why do I have to end up as the third-rate villainess/ bro-con lady Celestine von Trier? It was fine as well, being all that. But why is it that I'm fated to die a pathetic death by choking on a cookie? The injustice! The audacity! The... the...stupidity... I refuse! I will run away from this ridiculous mumbo jumbo. I am the master of my own fate! Plot be damned. Let the Operation: Great Escape commence!

Arito was betrayed by his closest family and while learning of his approaching death, he decides to speed things up by taking his life first. However, as he does, something unprecedented happens. An Administrator takes his soul and offers him (with force) a reincarnation to save another world from destruction. Follow Arito and his new friends (and monster and non-human) on his journey through the new world that awaits them.

A modern-day antihero, who was infamous for his devious acts, dies in an explosion meant to take down a powerful criminal syndicate. Waking up in a world of sword and sorcery, he finds himself possessing a fragile, powerless body with a strange "System" that seems broken. Initially thinking he's doomed, he learns that by pretending to be weak, he can manipulate others into revealing their secrets, granting him abilities they possess. As he rises in power, he discovers that the System was intentionally sabotaged—by none other than his own future self.

The most popular game worldwide is Ancient Arena Online, a high-octane PvP fantasy game where teams fight for supremacy in mythical arenas. Millions of fans watch livestreams, bet on matches, and follow their favorite players like celebrities. The game’s competitive scene is so fierce that professional teams are treated like esports royalty. At the heart of it all is Kai Ashford, one of the top players and captain of the pro team Phoenix Edge. With lightning-fast reflexes and strategic brilliance, Kai leads his team to countless victories. But success breeds jealousy. Sabotaged by a teammate he thought was loyal, Kai is not only kicked off his team, but also humiliated in front of millions of fans. With his reputation shattered and confidence at rock bottom, Kai retreats from the public eye. However, Kai's competitive spirit is not easily extinguished. He stumbles upon a group of amateur players—a ragtag bunch who show raw potential but lack the finesse needed to win at the highest levels. Their quirky personalities clash with his no-nonsense attitude, but something about their passion reminds him of why he started gaming in the first place. Deciding to put his past behind him, Kai agrees to train them into a professional team. Along the way, Kai builds unexpected connections with his new teammates, including romantic entanglements with a fiery mage, an eccentric hacker, and a mysterious assassin player, all while juggling his personal feelings and growing attraction for multiple women. As his new team rises through the ranks, they gain attention from fans and sponsors, putting them back on the radar of the professional scene. But Kai’s past doesn’t stay buried for long. His former teammates—now rivals—plot to sabotage him once again, while jealous contenders within the gaming world aim to tear him down. However, Kai's return to the spotlight will be on his terms this time. With a darker, more calculating approach, he plans to not only dominate the game but also to get sweet revenge on those who betrayed him.

In the shadowy depths of a world where the supernatural lurks just beneath the surface, Ethan Blackwood, a retired occultist, lives a peaceful secluded life in the forested Olympic Peninsula in Washington State with his beloved wife, Aisling, and their two daughters, Fiona and Maeve. Once a feared figure in the dark underworld, Ethan has abandoned his reckless past, hoping to shield his family from the horrors he once embraced. But the past has a way of catching up, and the shadows of Ethan's former life are about to engulf him once more. One fateful day, a malevolent demon he once humiliated returns with a vengeance, turning young Maeve into an infernal being. The demon brutally kills Aisling and kidnaps Fiona, leaving Ethan devastated and consumed by guilt. The demon's ultimatum is clear: retrieve the legendary Sword of Michael, a powerful biblical weapon, or lose Fiona forever. With his family shattered and time running out, Ethan is forced to confront the darkness he once fled.

They've kept the world safe for centuries. Working from the shadows, culling the numbers of those who might threaten humanity. Now asked to work alongside the very ones they used to call prey, will they find middle ground for peaceful coexistence? Or will the ever increasing forces of darkness use this opportunity to achieve their aims? Led by their alpha Michael, the Hunters have hunted down and killed all manner of supernatural creatures, carving out a fearsome reputation for themselves over centuries. Now they have been tasked to watch over the next generation of vampires and mages in Starlight Central Academy in an effort to achieve peace among all races. But when people start disappearing mysteriously only to turn up brutally murdered, it becomes evident that there is more to this program than it might seem.

Melanie has spent her life trying to escape the shadow of her powerful father, but when Tony, a mysterious and determined businessman, enters her world with a shocking proposal, everything she’s fought to protect is suddenly at risk. Tony's mom pulls the strings offereing the family a contract—marriage on her terms, with no strings attached—yet Melanie can’t shake the feeling that there’s more to this offer than meets the eye. As Melanie struggles to unravel the truth behind Tony's motives, she’s forced to confront painful memories of her past and the deep-seated fears she’s tried to bury. Torn between her desire to maintain her independence and a growing curiosity about Tony, Melanie must decide if she’s willing to take a chance on a man she doesn’t fully trust. In a world where business and betrayal go hand in hand, Melanie and Tony find themselves caught in a dangerous game of power, passion, and secrets. But as their connection deepens, they’ll discover that some bonds are impossible to break—and some truths too powerful to ignore. Will Melanie uncover the real reason behind Tony’s proposal, or will she lose everything in the process? In a story of love, deception, and unexpected alliances, two hearts must navigate a maze of lies to find the truth.