Violet Xaden

They say marriage is one of the greatest joys you’ll experience in life, but what does it say about your marriage when you can’t remember a single moment with the man you married? Veronica experiences the strangest thing one day when she wakes up in a hospital room without any memory of how she got there. She is introduced to her family who appear warm and loving at first but she soon gets a glimpse of how they want to use her for her money. Veronica is then surprised when a man enters the room and it is revealed he is not only her husband but a big hotshot businessman whose face is all over the news. She doesn’t understand how she got herself tangled up with such a man and later questions the accident which led to her losing her memories. What happens when her once perfect marriage isn’t as it was portrayed to be or when she realises family doesn’t always care about you?

Years ago when she was only a young girl, Rose ran away with her two friends Alexander and Mathias, just when they were about to be branded as slaves and sold to work in a brothel. Misfortunate fell on the group as Mathias became stuck and to save them, Rose sacrificed herself to distract the brothel owner’s son Graham who hunted them. Rose made her friends promise that in exchange for her sacrifice, they would return to free her. As the years passed and Rose reunited with her friends, she learned that all promises would not be kept. Stuck in a brothel with a man who wishes to turn her into his woman, Rose starts an unexpected relationship with Zayne Hamilton, a general of another kingdom. Zayne offers to buy her from Graham and opens the way for her sacrifice to not be forgotten.

#Rated 18-Mature Themes Violet is a spy, but not a professional one. To stop her organs from being sold to pay her father's debt she accepts to be a servant of Lord Cain: The mafia lord of her district. The problem is that he only allows male servants to work in his house. Violet cuts her hair and binds her chest, and wears a band on her neck that makes her voice sound deeper but everything goes wrong when the clearly straight man takes interest in her supposedly male figure. An interest she finds impossible to shake off when the air and the desire in her own body lights up every time he's around. 'Remember the plan violet! If you want to keep your head!' her mind reeling, heart thumping as she she watches him take off his shirt. Eyes glued to the hard and defined muscles on his chest as she feels her breath hitch, mentally urging him to tear the damn shirt off and reveal more. But what happens when she finds out that the man her heart is falling for, is truly MAD and worse, that her biological mother is the one behind his curse. {It has a slow start but trust me you’ll stick around after 10chapters}

One night of deception sets off a chain reaction of blackmail, secrets, and lies. Violet Wilson, betrayed by her best friend, finds herself entangled with the enigmatic billionaire, Adrian Brown. When Adrian's father who wants to assert his control over Adrian by demonstrating his authority insists that he gets married, Adrian proposes a contract marriage to Violet - a convenient arrangement that also satisfies the blackmailer's demands. As Violet navigates the treacherous web of Adrian's family dynamics and rivalries, she must balance her growing feelings with the secrets she's keeping. But as she fights to clear her name and protect herself, she'll uncover the true cost of her secrets. Dive into the deadly game of power, loyalty, and lies in "A NIGHT WITH THE BILLIONAIRE."

Cassian had lived his life in the most miserable way. He had scrubbed the floors and washed the clothes in the cold winter and done everything just to please his uncle’s family, but in return, they sold him to a merchant only for a pouch of coins. And the merchant decided to gift him to the king of Aetherlyn, a faraway kingdom from his small village to show his loyalty and curry favor from the king. And he was the lucky one from the group to be choosen by the king. Thus he got the position of palace servant. Cassian thought maybe his life in the palace would be different, but he was bound to be disappointed as the people in the palace were far more sinister and ruthless. Scheming ran in their blood. And can anyone tell him why his path always crossed with the notorious first prince of the kingdom? The seemingly cold prince had an unpredictable temper. And why was he always drawn to him like a moth to a light? Will Cassian be able to survive in the palace where the true faces are hidden behind masks, or will he become more entangled in their schemes and just become a mere pawn in their game?

In the empire of Ashenyr, where power is carved from shadows and iron, survival demands loyalty—and strength. Alhaitam, a young orphan with no memory of his past beyond the cold stone walls of a remote village orphanage, has known only the harsh routines of life near Ashenyr’s brutal borderlands. But when soldiers arrive in his village on a fateful morning, Alhaitam and other children are swept up in a forced recruitment, taken to a secretive training fortress hidden on the empire’s edge. Here, he faces relentless trials designed to break even the strongest. Under the watch of merciless instructors, Alhaitam learns the empire’s ways: obedience, skill, and the iron-willed discipline that has made Ashenyr’s army unmatched. His distinctive violet eyes and quiet determination quickly set him apart, attracting both envy and curiosity. But as he delves deeper into this world of warriors and whispers, Alhaitam discovers clues about his own mysterious origins—secrets that may link him to a power beyond anything he has known. In a place where alliances are as fragile as trust, Alhaitam must navigate the razor-thin line between loyalty and rebellion. He stands at a crossroads: accept the life of iron Ashenyr demands or risk everything to carve out his own path. But with every step toward freedom, he edges closer to a truth that could shatter his world and the empire that binds him.

Violet, a well-respected pediatrician in her office, has always been known by her friends as someone who is smiling, friendly, and always listens to others. This mask she created over the years after a painful romantic breakup. But one evening, everything in her life turned upside down. And the reason: Cameron Quincy.

Completely naked his body pressing in hers. He slowly backed up and soaped up his hands. He turned her around and started with her shoulders he pulled her close she could feel the hard length of his hard length pressing up against her backside it gave her body goosebumps, shivering from its coldness. He steps back and washes her back and then her butt. While washing her butt he's groping it and smack it some making her wince. With each smack she whines a bit. He turned her to face him and then began to wash the front of her. First taking her arms and rubbing them and then moving his hands over and around her neck he goes for her breast. One in each hand he washes them squeezing and shaking them. Gripping them. Violet moans with pleasure. "You like that?" Gabriel said slickly "you like when I touch your breast and flick your nipples?" Violet moans quietly arching her back in response as he pinched her nipples. He moves from her breasts to her stomach and then below. He slides his hand between her legs and pulls her in. She gasps and holds on to him for support as he runs his fingers between her lips and clit. She's trembling from his touch. As he moves his finger around the outside of her. "Time to rinse off" he whispers to her. He uses his body to push her towards the water and he rubs her again he presses the front half of her body to his and washes the soap off her backside. She throws her head back. And begins to let out a scream, but he covers her mouth with his hands and says "shhhhh be quiet now." He spins her around so her back side is pressed against his c*ck. Feeling it's cold contact she throws her head back again gasping. Her then washes the front of her off pressing hard against her he gropes her breast squeezing them tight and pinching her nipples. She was so surprised by how good this felt. How badly she wanted him to bite her. And just as she finished that thought he stuck his hands between her legs again, and then he bit her on the opposite side of Oliver's bite. The bite burned her core undoing her as he played with her clit with his fingers and then sliding them inside her. Holding her body hostage with his fangs and fingers she completely submitted to his whims. He could have what ever he wanted in that moment and she wouldn't complain a bit. Pulling his fingers out of her and sucking her juices off them he says "You really are the best thing I've ever tasted. And now I know why my brothers are struggling not to f*ck you and are fighting over you. I don’t think we can wait until the full moon to start breaking you in." The book starts off without a lot of detail for the characters, but as the story progresses you you’ll notice each character develop and get to know them. Maybe even fall in love. Please enjoy!

Schedule Update: Sunday, Wednesday, Friday ---- Ishimaru Naozumi owes his life to his late friend Evan, who saved him by donating his heart after a tragic accident. Now, carrying Evan’s heart within him, Naozumi transfers to Protea High School to fulfill a promise: protect Violet, Evan’s little sister, who doesn’t even know her brother is gone. But Violet is no ordinary girl; she’s one of the founders of magic, with a power that has drawn the attention of a secretive Magic Community. They plan to crown her as their Princess, with or without her consent. As tensions build at Protea, Naozumi finds himself drawn to Violet—not just by duty, but by a feeling he can’t ignore. When the line between protection and love blurs, Naozumi must confront the cost of his promise and face a destiny neither he nor Violet anticipated. ---- this is my first time writing this so please ease on me. Have some idea about my story? Comment it and let me know. Support: https://www.patreon.com/c/MyDaS__

Two centuries after the Great War, peace between humans and werewolves was finally achieved, or so everyone believes. Werewolves reign like gods, and humans remain blissfully unaware of their true place in the new world order. To maintain this fragile balance, each year, a handful of "lucky" humans are selected from various districts to attend Lunaris Academy, a prestigious institution that promises glory, status, and a chance to mingle with the elite. Those chosen are hailed as the lucky few, destined to marry powerful alphas and rise as luna. This year, Violet Purple is among the chosen, much to everyone's surprise. For an orphaned girl adopted by a disgraced prostitute, this is a golden ticket to a better life or so she's told. But Lunaris Academy isn’t the paradise it’s painted to be. Everything Violet and her fellow humans have been taught is a lie. Humans are far from equal; they're pawns in a much larger game. The academy is nothing but a gilded cage, and the students are lambs led to slaughter, playthings for the alphas to toy with in their ruthless games. To make matters worse, Violet catches the attention of the most dangerous players in this game, the Terror Four: the Alpha of the North, Alpha of the South, Alpha of the East, and Alpha of the West. Each one is more dangerous, more twisted, and more powerful than the last. But even among themselves, the alphas are divided, each with their own deadly ambitions. Yet, they all have their eyes on her. They expect Violet to play along, to fall in line like the others who worship at their feet, to break under their games. But Violet isn’t like the others. She refuses to bow. She’ll defy them all. *********** With a grin that made her uneasy, he handed the application to her. “Approve this one.” Principal Jameson’s curiosity got the better of her as she took the paper from him, her eyes scanning the text. Almost immediately, her breath caught in her throat, her eyes widening in disbelief. “What the...?” “It’s perfect, isn’t it?” Asher’s voice was almost gleeful. Fucking psychopath! Jameson could hardly believe what she was reading. “Mr. Nightshade, with all due respect, this applicant….this girl just admitted to—” She couldn’t even finish the sentence, still horrified at the explicit nature of the application. Taking a deep breath, she continued, “I’m sorry, but I cannot approve this.” “She’s issued me a challenge,” Archer said, a dark gleam in his eyes. “What?” “‘Wait till you see me in bed,’” he repeated the bold line from the application, his grin widening. “And I can’t wait to find out.” “Mr. Nightshade—” He stood up, cutting off her protest as he fixed her with an intense stare. “Approve the application. I won’t ask again.” Without waiting for her response, Asher strode out of the office, confident she would follow his orders. He always got what he wanted. Archer Nightshade walked down the hall, a spring in his step. For the first time in a long while, he felt alive, his blood pulsing with excitement. The other Cardinal Alphas had no idea what he was up to, but it would soon hit them. He’d just set the game in motion. And the target was Violet Purple. It was game on. Note : This is not your average werewolf story. Eveything you think you know about werewolves would be challenged in this book. And yes, it is reverse harem. Do give the book a try.

There’s nothing more heart -wrenching than seeing the one you love, betray and forsake you. Zina sacrificed everything she had, including devoting two years of her life to a man who eventually betrayed her. Despite being pregnant with his child, she chose to kick him completely from her life. Few years later, she soared to success as a medical doctor. Alongside her professional recognition, she stumbles upon her hidden identity and a formidable power within herself. Suddenly, Xaden crawls back to her, seeking a place in her life again. And not only that, she finds herself fated to two mates, plunging her into a web of love, deception, and the struggle for forgiveness.

Violet Rosaria Lilac. Beloved daughter of God and his only successor. Now contracted to the one person she was told to avoid what more can she do but follow along? Disguised as an adventurer she is tasked with helping the prince ascend the throne as his contracted spirit. She never imagined she would be made to go against her fathers wishes but having made a contract she is now binded to him. When new feelings emerge amidst the chaos she is forced to make a choice. Obey her fathers orders to return or defy him and stay with a man she was should have never known. ... (Sneek Peek) "I have to go, Contractor." "You belong to me, Princess and I forbid you from leaving." "The heavens need a new God and I'm the only one fit for the title." "Have you forgotten we have 3 sons?"

Ever skeptical, Violet doesn't believe that true love exists outside of fairytales but her entire world is about to be turned upside down when she meets a cyborg.

Transmigrating into a new world, Violet found out that she is inside a book and just got 'sold' to be the wife of the story big villain. 'My husband is ignoring me? I don't mind since he's rich! I can enjoy my life to the fullest!' Yet, "I say, Sir Duke, didn't you told someone to inform me that you will never care about me?" "Did I? Wife, someone must be trying to sabotaging our happy marriage. I never did that. Also, call me husband. Sir Duke sounds too formal. Or better yet, call me hubby." "Duke. Grey. Lancester! Can you behave more appropriately?" "Wife... " "No! Don't give me that puppy eye look." He's the monster. She's his personal tamer.

Lost Threads of Fate is a gripping fantasy novel that unravels the intricate lives of eight teenagers. Aimee, Hugo, Alexandre, Isabelle, Violet, Evelina, Serebrin and Ryo, whose destinies are bound by forces they can't yet comprehend. Set against the backdrop of two worlds-modern Earth and a mysterious realm echoing with ancient power-their journey begins with questions of identity, power, and the haunting pull of fate. As they unlock doors to another world, they are drawn into a war that forces them to confront their deepest fears, tragic losses, and the complex ties that connect them. The title, Lost Threads of Fate, hints at the fragile connections that weave through their lives-choices that have been made, friendships formed, and the untold mysteries of their past. These "threads" are scattered, lost in the chaos of time and hidden truths, leaving the characters struggling to reclaim their place in a world on the brink of destruction. With every twist and turn, the story delves deeper into the duality of fate: is it something they must fight against or embrace to uncover the secrets of who they truly are? Full of heart-pounding action, intense emotional bonds, and the looming question of whether they can survive the fate they've been dealt, Lost Threads of Fate promises readers a tale of sacrifice, destiny, and the unbreakable power of friendship.

Jasmine ist die erste Tochter des großen Alpha Bale. Aufgrund ihres Status als uneheliches Kind lebt sie ein geschundenes Leben, schrubbt Böden und kümmert sich um die Bedürfnisse ihres Vaters, ihrer Stiefmutter, ihrer Stiefgeschwister und des gesamten Rudels. Doch ihr Leben nimmt eine drastische Wendung, als sie anstelle der legitimen Tochter ihres Vaters mit dem gutaussehenden und kaltherzigen Alpha Xaden verheiratet wird. Xaden ist fest entschlossen, Jasmine für die Sünden ihres Vaters zu bestrafen, der seine gesamte Familie massakriert hat, obwohl sie ihrem Vater überhaupt nicht ähnlich ist. Der Hass verwandelt sich langsam in Verlangen, heftige Leidenschaft und schließlich in Liebe. Doch was passiert, wenn Xaden herausfindet, dass Jasmin als Spionin eingeschleust wurde, um ihn zu stürzen, und nicht die ursprüngliche Prinzessin ist, der er versprochen wurde? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Lasst uns dies eine Lehre für alle sein. Königlich oder nicht, Alpha oder Omega", erklärt er. "Ihr werdet euch von dem fernhalten, was mir gehört. In meinem eigenen Territorium. In meinem Rudel." Damit wirft er den blutigen Arm beiseite und führt Jasmine von ihren schockierten Blicken weg.

Die Tochter des Barons, Alessandra Barrett, trägt seit ihrer Jugend aufgrund einer Verletzung eine Maske. Viele sagen, wenn man das Gesicht hinter der Maske sieht, wird man verflucht und stirbt bald darauf. Sie wird als Geist gesehen und von allen, die das Haus des Barons besuchen, gemieden, bis sie die Frau des Herzogs wird. Niemand konnte verstehen, warum der Herzog eine solche Frau wählte. Hatte er den Wunsch zu sterben? Was würde aus dem Mädchen werden, das sich einst im Schatten versteckte und nun als maskierte Frau des Herzogs im Rampenlicht stand? Was würden alle sagen, wenn sie die Wahrheit erfahren würden, dass sie mit dem Herzog verheiratet war?

In a small aley, a store could be found with a sleeping person on the counter. If you wake them up, they’ll stare at you, and if you ask them what they sell, all they'll do is point to the products without saying a word. If you really want to know what they sell, ask the little red and violet creature that sits in the counter, it will explain while the manager sleeps, or just wait for it to electrocute the manager.

Hana Park is the only biological daughter of Bethany Walker, owner of a food manufacturing company, Heftier, and Il-Kang, the eldest son of the Korean-based conglomerate, Euta Group. Competing to inherit Euta Group, Hana backs out when her father dies and her grandfather tries to manipulate her into becoming an asset for him by marrying the only son of the Korean-based conglomerate, Hanmin Group, Han Tae-seong. But Hana refuses and breaks contact with her father's family. Violet Evergreen is the daughter of Bethany's cousin. Violet's father was arrested and prosecuted for abusing Violet and her mother, leaving Violet in Bethany's care and her mother in a vegetative state. Pulling out from the marriage, Hana decides to become independent so that she won't be able to get pushed around again. But in doing so, she failed as her education was mediocre. Seeing her daughter miserable, Bethany decided to get Hana a job at her niece's brother-in-law's company, Gunther Enterprises. Reluctant to travel to a different state for work at first, Hana eventually agrees after finding out that her adoptive sister, Violet, was also leaving with her to live with her arranged fiance, Han Tae-seong. Feeling betrayed by her mother, Hana couldn't do anything but accept the offer to stay with Violet and eventually convince her to back out of her marriage. Gunther Middleton, despite being from a rich family, went independent to start a new company and succeeded evidently. Gunther's sister-in-law, Harper, was the cousin of Hana Park. While Gunther refused to get married, Harper tried her best to set Gunther up with multiple people. So when Harper found out that Violet was coming to live in her State, she couldn't help scheming with Bethany to get Hana and Gunther involved. Not every story is a rom-com with a meet-cute. Bethany sent Hana with Violet with a personal scheme in mind. Will this scheme finally become a turning point for Hana? For better or worse?

A young orphan girl devoid of love abused by the person who took her in....she laughed hard at the sight of seeing them getting destroyed in the flames that reflected her past....she was out in the open grounds without a place to call her home...and then suddenly a thunder striked that took over her future alone....She starts her journey with an unusual violet hair that made everyone call her the violet witch all along....Then lets see what happens to her next....will she give up committing suicide? Or will she like to live her life to its fullest accepting how other people look at her.......?!

From another world, to a Devil. As a student, all he does is go to school, study, and play video games. A normal life as everyone else. But, fate decides to shake their head and flicked the switch. Standing up to a ghoul and death, he resurrected in another realm. A different world... Different timeline, different air, different people, and... different body and gender?? Follow our main character disguises under the name 'Rize Violet' as he/she(?) survives from any life threatening dangers to find a way back home. But, the journey may take a toll on one's unlasting pride and conscience... It may even require challenging the gods. ------- Heya! Just wanna say that I'm reposting this story. I made sure to make every chapter unique with this one, so be sure to re-read them if you already have. But, if you're now, I hope you enjoy what you're about to read :D - FinnAlfi a.k.a. SirAxey

Two girls become two princesses. Camilla and Violet. One fair, one dark. One wealthy, one poor. They both marry handsome princes from the powerful House of Devon. So how do their stories weave together and how did their lives take such very different paths? A compelling medieval tale of forbidden love and untamed emotions. Volume One revolves around an arrogant young prince and the terrified princess he holds captive, both burdened with a deep-seated animosity towards each other. As the plot unfolds, their shared history and the tragic fate of their families create a palpable tension between them. The author masterfully weaves a narrative of passion, fear and vulnerability, forcing the protagonists to confront their true feelings for each other. A tale of two lovers who must stop pretending they can live without each other. Volume Two is the story of fierce sibling rivalry. Of how jealousy and insecurity can drive people to do things they never imagined when power is at stake. Can anyone find joy in the House of Devon?

``` Jasmine adalah putri pertama dari Alpha Bale yang agung. Karena statusnya sebagai anak haram, ia menjalani hidup yang teraniaya dengan menyikat lantai dan memenuhi kebutuhan ayahnya, ibu tiri, saudara tiri, dan seluruh kawanan. Namun, kehidupannya berubah drastis ketika ia ditukar posisinya dengan putri sah ayahnya untuk dinikahkan dengan Alpha Xaden yang tampan dan berhati dingin. Xaden bertekad untuk menghukum Jasmine atas dosa-dosa ayahnya yang telah membasmi seluruh keluarganya, meskipun dia tidak seperti ayahnya. Kebencian perlahan berubah menjadi keinginan, gairah yang kuat, dan akhirnya cinta. Namun, apa yang terjadi ketika Xaden menemukan bahwa Jasmine, telah ditanam sebagai mata-mata untuk menjatuhkannya dan ternyata bukanlah putri yang sebenarnya yang dijanjikan kepadanya? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Biarkan ini menjadi pelajaran bagi semua orang. Kerajaan atau tidak, Alpha atau Omega," Dia menyatakan. "Kalian akan menjauhi apa yang menjadi milikku. Di wilayahku sendiri. Di kawananku." Dengan itu, dia melemparkan lengan berlumuran darah ke samping dan membawa Jasmine pergi dari pandangan mereka yang terkejut. ```

Jasmine é a primeira filha do grande Alfa Bale. Por causa de seu status de filha bastarda, ela vive uma vida maltratada esfregando chãos e atendendo as necessidades de seu pai, madrasta, meio-irmãos e de toda a alcateia. Mas sua vida toma um rumo drástico quando ela é trocada no lugar da filha legítima de seu pai para ser casada com o Belo e Coração Gelado Alfa Xaden. Xaden está determinado a punir Jasmine pelos pecados de seu pai que massacrou toda a sua família, mesmo que ela não seja nada como seu pai. O ódio lentamente se transforma em desejo, paixão ardente e finalmente amor. Mas o que acontece quando Xaden descobre que Jasmine, foi plantada como uma espiã para provocar sua queda e não era na verdade a princesa original que lhe foi prometida? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Que isso sirva de lição para todos. Real ou não, Alfa ou Ômega," Ele declara. "Vocês vão se manter longe do que é meu. No meu próprio território. Na minha alcateia." Com isso, ele joga o braço ensanguentado de lado e leva Jasmine para longe do olhar chocado deles.

Jazmín es la primera hija del gran Alfa Bale. Debido a su condición de hija bastarda, vive una vida maltratando, fregando suelos y atendiendo a las necesidades de su padre, madrastra, hermanastros y toda la manada. Pero su vida da un giro drástico cuando la cambian por la hija legítima de su padre para casarla con el guapo y despiadado Alfa Xaden. Xaden está determinado a castigar a Jazmín por los pecados de su padre que había masacrado a toda su familia, aunque ella no se parece en nada a su padre. El odio lentamente se convierte en deseo, pasión feroz y finalmente en amor. Pero, ¿qué ocurre cuando Xaden descubre que Jazmín fue plantada como espía para provocar su caída y que de hecho no era la princesa original que le habían prometido? —Que esto sea una lección para todos. Real o no, Alfa o Omega —declara—. Se alejarán de lo que es mío. En mi propio territorio. En mi manada. Con eso, lanza el brazo ensangrentado a un lado y se lleva a Jazmín lejos de su mirada impactada.

Jasmine is the first daughter of the great Alpha Bale. Because of her status as a bastard child, she lives a life maltreated scrubbing floors and attending to the needs of her father, step mother, step siblings and the entire pack. But her life makes a drastic turn when she is switched in place for her father’s legitimate daughter to be married off to the Handsome and Cold hearted Alpha Xaden. Xaden is determined to punish Jasmine for the sins of her father who had massacred his entire family, even though she is nothing like her father. Hate slowly turns to desire, fierce passion and finally love. But what happens when Xaden discovers that Jasmine, was planted as a spy to bring his downfall and was not in fact the original princess he was promised to? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Let this be a lesson to everyone. Royal or not, Alpha or Omega," He declares. "You will steer clear of what is mine. In my own territory. In my pack." With that, he tosses the bloodied arm aside and takes Jasmine away from their shocked gaze.

Violets back... But Lisa's Here!!!!!!!!!!!! Violets lil' sis Lisa is taking front and centre.

This crazy world has fallen into the abyss of the Tower of Desire. The towers appeared one by one in various corners of the world, its bring disaster and destruction. People around it became lost their mind and turned into a monster that has no humanity. At the same time, several super powerful entities appeared who claimed to be guides for humanity in this world to survive the destruction caused by the Tower of Desire. They gathering the survivors of the madness in some fortress that they has created. Then, they train people who have the potential to awaken supernatural powers and Elurian is one of those people. With fate choosing him as the disciple of 'Rex Violet', the strongest guide, Elurian finds his way to the realm of divinity in order to destroy the Tower of Desire and save his world.

Scarlet Collins's life is flipped upside down after news of her divorce from her husband, Jack Humphrey, spreads around town. Despite her husband’s affairs being brought to light, Scarlet finds herself the topic of gossip as the town tries to find the answer to why Jack would leave the young heiress. Already burdened with having to take care of her family, Scarlet now finds herself being forced to listen to the many reasons why her marriage failed. Said to be a woman with a heart made of black ice, the people in town believed their opinions would not affect her so they had no reason to stop voicing them. During an afternoon out seeking peace, she finds herself starting an unlikely relationship with Lord Kingsley's bastard son, Ian Kingsley.