Denying The Alpha

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.

The Dorack men are brutes who come from a long line of shapeshifters. They can no longer shift and have all but lost the instincts to mate. The men are presented with human wives in hopes of breeding. But DaThoren, the brute prince of Dorack, discovers the scent of not his new human bride but the slave girl covered in dirt at her feet. She is nothing more than a dog at their feet, but she seems to pull something from DaThoren, and soon he sinks more than just his fangs into her. "Do you think to trick me into breeding you, Pet?" Only one problem, shapeshifters can't pair mate with a human. Thus begins her story, for she was never just a dog, and she is far from being human. Only a dragon can carry the seed of another dragon.

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[Warning: Mature Content R18] Aubrey Young knows she’s average. She has average looks, average height, average personality, average intelligence and she likes it that way. The less attention on her the better. One day she catches the attention of a decidedly un-average “man.” Forget average, he is the hottest guy in the university, Rhyland Leslie Darling. Rhyland is uber rich, smart, and handsome. And he knows it. He also has a secret. He is a werewolf and an Alpha at that. An inveterate playboy, he has sworn never to settle down after seeing the destruction ‘love’ has brought to his family. That is until he meets Aubrey. Irresistibly drawn to her unique scent, Rhyland discovers that only Aubrey has the ability to calm him down during his HEAT. But it’s not only Rhyland who is attracted to Aubrey. It quickly becomes apparent that she has a scent that can enhance the abilities of ALL the werewolves and another powerful race… VAMPIRES. With this unwanted unique ability, Aubrey becomes sought after by the two constantly warring races. She soon realizes she has to stick with Rhyland, the only one strong enough to protect her. Along the way, Aubrey finds out that she was not as "average" as she once thought, that she is actually one of the remaining survivors of a SPECIAL RACE. Soon, Aubrey realizes that she herself must grow stronger in order to protect her loved ones and defeat a formidable enemy. Get ready for a fantasy love story that takes you on a roller coaster of emotions! ^u^ Disclaimer: I do not own the cover illustration. Credits go to the original artist. Send me a message! I'm in Discord as buttonswrites.

When Aria turned five her grandmother told her that their family has never been blessed with a mate and not having a mate doesn't mean they won't find love. When Aria turned eighteen, her desire to have a mate became stronger because her best friend whom she had a crush on found his mate and the pure joy in his eyes when he told her about the mate bond, place a emptiness in her heart. "You are special, Aria. You have the power to turn back time." That was what her grandmother told her when she claimed she was cursed and even though she was not satisfied with that answer, she never asked again. Two years later, Aria got a call from the hospital and found out that her grandmother has been poisoned and the only way for her to save her grandmother was to accept this deal made by the Alpha of the Shadow Moon pack "Marry Alpha Tristan, have him fall for you and then kill him." It was the only way to saved her grandmother so she agreed despite knowing that she was walking into a lion den, because how was she going to kill a man who despite losing both his sight and his mate, command enough power and authority to still be called a Alpha. How will Aria feel when she realized that the man she has been task to kill has been waiting for her for five lifetimes? What situation will Aria find herself that will require her to turn back time and what price will she pay for altering time itself? ----------- Excerpt Aria felt uneasy by his silence and wondered if it was the right moment to use the techniques, Hailey has taught her. Taking a deep breath, Aria stepped closer and closed her eyes as she brushed her lips against Tristan's. Tristan stiffened when he felt her lips on his and without thinking, he immediately pushed her away. Seeing the angry look on his face, Aria felt like it was all over; she was definitely going to be killed now. But Tristan expression was shadowed by more than anger. How had she gotten so close without him sensing her? And why--why was his heart racing like this?

[WARNING: CONTAINS MATURE CONTENTS!!!] (PS: Read fifteen chapters at least before tossing it aside.) . Penelope Neville is a werewolf turned into an orphan by her first love and ex-husband, Damian Cedar who killed every member of her family and took her father's pack. She finds out he was plotting to kill her too, and tries to escape but is caught by her furious ex-husband who promised to make her beg for her death. She is imprisoned and sentenced to death for treason. On her execution, after all the tortures she was subjected to, her fated mate finds her after a long search and he turns out to be the Alpha king who was obsessed with her and wanted revenge for every hurt she had been subjected to. . # Except 1 "Proceed." This was finally it. My death. I felt all the air squeeze out of my lungs until I heard it - the deep, hoarse voice that sent chills down my spine. "Stop the execution," the king said with a warning edge that even a fool couldn't miss. Damian's face twisted with surprise that barely concealed his fury at the King's words. "Your Highness," he repeated, masking his irritation with a shallow bow, "This is the execution we spoke about a while ago that involved the treason." From his facial expression, I could tell he felt the need to state that. The king's gaze turned steely, cutting through Damian's attempt at justification. "Why aren't your guards backing down?" he asked, his voice dripping with authority that left murmurs in the crowd. "Or have you forgotten who commands this realm, Alpha Damian?" "Penelope Neville will be taken into my custody..." He declared. "Any attempt to go against my order or interfere will be met with swift and severe punishment worse than death." [ IN CUPIDS QUILL COMPETITION. Support book by adding to your library, voting with power stones, gifting with golden tickets, and normal gifting.]

Annalise’s life has been a series of tragedies, from abusive parents to a near-fatal accident that stole her dreams. On the verge of giving up, she saves a child and a dog from drowning but ends up losing her life instead. When she wakes up, she finds herself in the body of Iris, a villainess in a werewolf novel from her childhood, destined for heartbreak and betrayal at the hands of the Alpha King, Vincent. Determined to rewrite her fate, Annalise demands freedom, but the only way out is an engagement to the dangerous and enigmatic Atlas, a man with a secret that could change everything. As her wedding day approaches, Annalise realizes she may have gambled away her freedom, and her heart, with the true villain of the story.

In the world of werewolves, fate decides soulmates. For Aiden, a gentle-hearted omega , his life is forever changed when he meets his alpha, Kaiden , the pack's ruthless leader. Aiden, a talented artist, has always felt an inexplicable void. Kaiden , haunted by his past, rules the pack with an iron fist. Their paths collide when Kaiden claims Aiden as his soul bound mate, sparking a passionate and tumultuous bond. As they navigate their forbidden love, ancient pack laws and treacherous rival packs threaten to tear them apart. Kaiden must confront his demons and learn to trust, while Aiden must embrace his true nature and the power of their soul-bound connection. Will their love prevail, or will the secrets and dangers surrounding them destroy their chance at happiness?

Born into a life of simplicity, she never knew the truth about her lineage—until the powerful Everhart pack came for her. Forced into a world of rivalries, hidden prophecies, and a pack on the brink of chaos, she must navigate her new reality while uncovering the mystery behind her parents' deaths. He was the adopted son destined to lead, his ambitions threatened by her sudden return. To him, she’s the enemy. To the pack, she’s their hope. As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, can she rise to become the Alpha Queen she was born to be—or will the shadows of betrayal destroy her destiny forever?

After she was betrayed by her own husband how she unlocked the rank alpha and see if see find her true love. (and this book is going to have 200 chapters)

Amidst ancient sorcery and a brutal war of werewolf clans, Elara a powerful sorceress is the last bulwark in the rise of the tyrannical Lord Malachar. While on the run from the vicious Ironclaw Pack, she bears a peculiar tome that could alter the course of all the realms. Rylan, a lonely woodsman who accidentally witnesses her flight, becomes an unlikely companion. But there’s more to Rylan and that’s his history—an even more brooding problem than the enemies in sight. They struggle through hostile terrains, outrun bloodthirsty trackers, and stand up against the forces of darkness bent on spreading havoc in their world. As trust and sparks ignite between them Elara and Rylan understand that it isn’t their future they affect but a web of destinies intertwined—ways unimaginable. But with the threat ever increasing and treachery always around the corner, will their weak relationship fulfill the demands of the approaching doom? Or will they be pushed to the point that they have to sacrifice their aims? In a touching story of magic, loss, and infatuations, bonds will be betrayed and the distance dividing a hero from a monster will reveal itself to be dangerously thin.

The Creation... Where all Existence exist along with Non-Existence as interconnection to Existence, providing a aspects for such lead to maintain the balance of The Creation. A Existence contains everything that we had been see: A Galaxy, Universe, a theory of Multiverse, and so beyond. Thus all undiscovered truth still remain mystery, even infinite celestials bodies are just mere-aspect of it. All celestial entities even a God don't know what truth beneath the Existence. A used of system made by human to traveling the cosmos but to find the truth of it but they only found nothing, clueless, yet they gone... With a strange phenomenon making human race fall into abyss, they gave up... Not until a guy born with a curiosity about the truth of The Creation, he'd read so many books that were actually a journey of a people whose traveled the cosmos, creating a hint for human to regain their strongest era. And the guy named Jonathan, standing tall in front of a strange yet massive ancient doors, along with a unknown symbols within the curve of the doors, filled with immense power that cannot be calculated or measure it. Jonathan realize there's puzzle to open this door and reveal something within the door, and so Jonathan goes venture to find the missing symbols, in his adventures he met Mary Carter, a young woman with a obsession of books that contains a information about the Cosmos, soon enough they become a friend, a partner for their own yet same goal. Along with a hint that in one of Mary's book, now they know where they needed to go; Indonesia, specifically Candi Borobudur where there's a book filled with a information that let the user capable to transcends a dimensional. That is one of requirements to find a puzzle of the Ancient Doors, and so they goes venture to Indonesia... But is their journey gonna goes smoothly? Or they get involved into something dangerous? Who's knows, but we'll see it soon...

Woven into the fabric of society, they amble earth under the sun and the moon, among humans. They do. You won’t see them unless they allow it. They’ll fool you, the creatures of the night. They fooled the exceptionally intelligent Rosemary Reed. Cursed or… Perhaps blessed was the day the veil dropped before her eyes, and one single date with a charming stranger was all it took, thus shattering the illusion of life she beheld through her human eyes. Left with no other choice in order to protect herself and her loved ones, Rose leaps head first in the abysses of a world that stood on its own axioms. Fortunately for her, she does not have to walk that path alone. From a complete stranger to far more than she wanted him to be, ‘til the flames of their forbidden love burn too bright to smother. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Updating once a week for now. -The novel does include some dark themes, violence and blood and sexual content- You may contact me on discord here: mavisruss

(Mature Content) "He's a monster.... a real menace of our world" In the grand Wisteria Kingdom, Prince Ryan stands as an outcast, a royal burden shrouded in the hatred of his people. He navigates a world where every gaze is laced with disgust and every word is a reminder of his unworthiness. Attempting to escape the confines of his reality, Ryan crosses paths with Jihoon, the prince of Alyssum—a radiant force who shatters his world and rebuilds it in ways he never imagined. In a world ruled by hierarchy and primal instincts, their bond is anything but simple. As their fates intertwine, Ryan is drawn into an unfamiliar whirlwind of emotions: yearning, jealousy, and the aching desire to belong. "We need to stop this. If we don't, the prophecy that has haunted our kingdom for generations..... I fear it could become reality-.....the destruction our ancestors feared most." As Ryan struggles with these strange emotions, which are blooming inside of him for Jihoon, an old evil rises-the legend of the long-feared Alphas, that which evokes hatred by the very people he's fighting. Hints of the past begin to become more defined and threaten to become reality. What will Ryan do as he learns that the true battle is not against his people, but the existence of himself: that which is destined to be the world's overthrow? . . . . . "He was destiny, my power. I wasn’t born for this world but only for him. He was my power and death. So I shall be only for him." -Smut -Omegaverse -Royal family -Kingdoms -Modern royal family Every 2 days after the next chapter will be uploaded.

"Where did he go?" I murmured, realizing I was alone. My heart sank as I scanned the room for any sign of him. But It was just me, an empty wine bottle on the floor, and memories of the night before. I pushed myself up, feeling the dull ache in my body. The alcohol still lingered in my system, and I had no idea how many times we had... well, how many times we had done it. But despite everything, I couldn't deny I had enjoyed it. "You're such an idiot Kim!" I scolded myself, running a hand through my messy hair. "You didn't even ask for his name." I sighed, embarrassed at my recklessness. How could I let myself go low with a stranger like that? I glanced down, realizing I was completely naked. "Oh my gosh!" I yelped, grabbing my dress off the floor and quickly slipping it on... ★★ Humiliated and betrayed, Kimberly Fray's life as a powerful Alpha's daughter of the Moon Stone Pack crumbles when Alpha Derrick of the Night Walkers Pack rejects her. But as she uncovers her true identity, Kimberly finds herself caught between two ruthless Alphas who desire her. Torn between Alpha Derrick, who begins to see her worth too late, and the Alpha King, Kimberly's strength and courage are tested like never before. In a world where love, revenge, and power collide, Kimberly must decide who she truly is, and who she's meant to be with between the two Alphas chosen by the Moon Goddess!

In the world of werewolves, Emilia's life was forever changed when her father remarried, bringing with him a new stepmother and stepsisters who sought to destroy her. After being brutally rejected by her mate, the alpha of her pack, Emilia's life spiraled out of control. She was forced into servitude, subjected to physical and emotional abuse, and eventually left for dead. But fate had other plans for Emilia. She was reincarnated into the body of an ethereal goddess of beauty, giving her a second chance at life and revenge. With her newfound powers and stunning looks, Emilia sets her sights on those who wronged her, determined to make them pay. Ethan, the most powerful tri-breed alpha in the country, who is feared and respected by all. With his deadly mafia and unmatched strength, Ethan is the perfect ally for Emilia's quest for revenge. As they form an unlikely bond, Emilia finds herself falling deeply in love with the cold-blooded alpha. Together, they will stop at nothing to destroy those who have hurt Emilia, including her family and former mate. But as Emilia's thirst for revenge grows stronger, she must confront the darkness within herself and decide what she is truly fighting for. Will Emilia find justice, love, and redemption, or will her quest for revenge consume her?

"I told you not to touch me," Audrey said. "In front of people," He reminded her. Audrey could feel the smirk in his voice. ~~~ Audrey's seventeen years in the Grey Blood pack were like a caged animal. She lived each day dreading the next unexpected thing the Alpha could punish her for. Audrey tried hard to understand the mysterious dream she'd been having, but nothing made sense to her, she was lost. She wished to be freed from the Grey Blood pack, but she lost all hope of survival when she found herself locked and chained in the cold dark dungeon. She hated him, she cursed him as her blood drained from her. She was happy to die and go away from that monster-alpha. Audrey awoke in a magical world where she learned everything about herself, she cultivated herself to become the strongest wolf and witch alive. One item though, led her back to the last place she wanted to be. Alpha Aloha Lake ruled the Grey Blood pack, the largest and strongest pack in the States. He was known to be brutal, even the mafia feared him. Nothing or anyone bothered him, except one; the damned bitch Audrey. He hated her, and he would make her pay for her mother's sins. But he could not kill her...yet. Alpha Lake emotionlessly stared at Audrey's bleeding body that lay on the cold dungeon floor, he ordered his beta to dispose of her without a second thought. One year later the enemies met again. Will hatred be the only emotion they share? Could they resist the fatal attraction they felt for each other?

Abigail is the daughter of a once proud but now dying pack, a pack that would do anything to restore their position amongst the greatest packs once again. But luckily for them, Abigail catches the attention of Darius, alpha of the most powerful and dangerous pack in America. She is at once given to him as a bargaining chip more so than a bride, as a means to cement her pack's relationship with that of Darius'. Now Abigail will have to survive this prison she calls a marriage to the monster wolf Darius, while also trying to suppress her feelings for her true mate Elias. But this is easier said than done, because amidst finding the secrets to her past, and plotting with her true mate to escape and bring down Darius, she will find herself bearing feelings towards him, and learn everything to be more complex than she initially thought. And it all starts with Abigail trying to make Darius fall for her. "I don't know how you got that idea into your pretty head, but Darius doesn't fall in love." "There's a first time for everything." "A first time huh?" Darius' voice echoes into my ears. "You have two months to make me fall for you. But if you fail, I'll kill your best friend Rosemary, her mate, and every member of your pack."

Abijah or Miss J,21, newly hired kitchen manager at Cedar Falls K12 Academy on the southside of Milwaukee Wisconsin. Abijah was fully aware of the supernatural world around her. She knew about the werewolf pack and territory that she lived and worked on. About the wizards, witches, fairies, dragons, vampires and more that existed in the world. And how the school was a mixed species tolerant facility. She respected them and stayed in her Lane that is until young Zavier Marshall, 7, future Alpha of the Cedar Falls pack, comes to her one day claiming that she is his mate! Follow the crazy adventure of self-discovery and courage as Miss J, not only has to deal with a young arrogant Alpha, but also his super jealous and possessive wolf, Tank. And an obsessive ex-boyfriend that refuses to accept the fact that she has a Mate! Warning this book contains Rape, Violence, Harsh Language and Dark Content. And human, mystical creature relations. It may cause triggers so be aware!

When powerful alien werewolves invade Earth, they seek only one thing: women. Rejected by my own kind and crippled from birth, I never expected to become the mate of their ruthless Alpha King. But now, with my unborn child marked as the key to ending a war that could destroy both werewolf species, I am the most hunted creature on the planet. As my bond with the Alpha deepens, the stakes grow higher, and I’m torn between the man who claims me and the future of both our worlds. Will I survive the threats closing in, or will my child’s power come at too high a cost?

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A group of wolves, a gathering of witches, a trio of bears. An engaging narrative... Alpha Yona is struggling with his emotions towards Chhaya. He is hesitant to pursue a romantic connection with someone who is not his destined wolf partner. Despite his reservations, does he harbor romantic feelings for her? Cedric, Colton, and Connor are formidable bears with a significant issue involving the wolf pack. Both groups are attempting to eliminate the demons and are feeling irritated by the competition. Cedric is infatuated with Saturn, the leader of the coven, who is fixated on Alpha Yona. Can Saturn maintain focus to lead the witches effectively? Will Alpha Yona be able to navigate this complicated love triangle while maintaining order?

Duke lost his family during the werewolf war and Seraphina became his light in the darkness. Duke is adamant about protecting Seraphina and reclaiming what was his by birth, even if he needs to risk his life by awakening the powerful beast that sleeps within him. Seraphina paid a heavy price in exchange to be with the love of her life. Others made that choice for her. She is determined to get stronger so that she can regain what's lost, and she swore to secure everything that's dear to her. Will she be able to fulfill that promise when the man she loves needs to risk his life if he wants to live? Join Seraphina and Duke as they uncover their pasts and build their future while fighting against the vicious creatures who see them as a threat. --- FL and ML are both strong, smart, and they would do anything for each other. Expect drama, mystery, and romance in a modern fantasy setting. If you are under age 18 or sensitive to adult content, I suggest you skip this novel. This is the second book in the series Amara, and you can read it independently. --- Book 1 in the Amara series, "Amara - Reunion", will give you a better understanding of the hardships Seraphina and Duke went through in order to be together. --- Connect with me and other fellow readers, and see additional photos. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedSonia.Novels Discord: https://discord.gg/cFaejHB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redsonia_novels/ --- I own the cover. --- Give my other novels a try!

Synopsis In a world where the werewolf packs are on the brink of war, Verity Robinson, the daughter of an alpha, and Darek Vandell, a ruthless alpha, meet as a matter of fate and truce. Verity is the only way out to stop the already existing conflict between the Lunaria pack and the Nightwalker pack. Without being given a choice she was forced to get married to a cold alpha who treated her like she was unwanted and useless. She tried her best to please him; she cooked, she treated him when he was sick, and she became his sex slave, but he still didn't see her as his Luna. When she'd had enough she ran away in the dark of night into the unknown and then met a guardian in a dream though little but wise directly her wherever she went, she began gathering rogues that had been cast out from their pack giving them a spot in her growing army, she then discovered she was a mother wolf and began to train herself when she was powerful she went back for her revenge. Will she get her revenge or will love change her mind?

On the night of her marking/mating ceremony, Luna Rayne, the weakest omega in the Crescent Moon Pack, is publicly rejected by her destined mate—none other than the powerful and cold hearted Alpha wolf, Mateo, who discards her for a stronger she-wolf of the pack. Broken, humiliated, and exiled, Luna is left to die in the wilds, but a mysterious force saves her up and made stronger than usual. As fate would have it, she is not alone in the rejected world. Another Alpha wolf, Xavier Steele, a brooding rogue with a dangerous reputation—claims her as his second-chance mate, awakening dormant powers within her bloodline, and making her stronger than she have ever thought. Luna must decide whether to let revenge consume her, or rise to become the queen she was always meant to be. But as war looms between rival packs and dark secrets from both Xavier and Mateo’s pasts come to light, Luna must embrace her newfound strength, or risk losing everything—including her second chance at love and happiness.

In a world where werewolf packs clash in a battle for supremacy, Stella's life takes a dark turn when her father is brutally murdered. Saved by the enigmatic William, Stella embarks on a journey of vengeance and self-discovery, determined to avenge her father's death and uncover the truth behind the deadly feud. But as she trains to become a formidable warrior, Stella finds herself torn between her thirst for revenge and the secrets lurking within her own bloodline. With danger lurking at every turn, Stella must navigate treacherous alliances and deadly conflicts to protect those she loves and uncover the dark secrets that threaten to consume her. Will she emerge victorious, or will she succumb to the shadows that haunt her past? What will she do when she finds out the person that she trusts was the one that murdered her father?

[Mature Content: No rape] “A recessive omega and a mateless supreme Alpha” He was incapable of having a mate nor falling in love from the moment he became the only existing supreme alpha. He ruled the world, he ruled them, everything was in the palms of his hands and everything belonged to him.  Yet he couldn’t have one thing. ‘A mate ’ But he, with her, felt a spark—a tiny spark. It’d ignited like a flame, and though it was too little to confirm if they were mates, who cared? He didn’t! That tiny spark was all it took!  And he, Valeric Jones, has found what he sought.   And he was obsessed!  Does it matter that he was incapable of falling in love? That he was a man unable to feel certain emotions? No! She belonged to no one from the moment he laid eyes on her, and he will make her his! Stella Ferguson was locked in his very palms: her smile for him, her words for him, her time for him, and her love… Only for him. She was the shelter and the salvation he sought, the tenderness he yearned for. Yet, the real question was… would Stella Ferguson ever love the man she has been sold to? A man she hated from the very depths of her heart? One she could never stand! And would Valeric Jones himself ever find himself capable of loving her despite his incapability and the desire he holds for her?