All works

Nozze d'oro by Enrico Castelnuovo

"Heavy lies the head that wears the crown, just so happened that ours were cursed." Deyanira Valen was born into divine greatness destined to rule beside her husband. But tragedy struck when she found herself a widow on the receiving end of an axe. But she is given another shot at life when she is reborn into the modern world as Alexis Tyne where scheming nobles and impressionable subjects didn't exist. A world where she is no longer constrained by heavy responsibilities and is free to do as she wishes. This was why it was her hope that with a second chance, things could end better for her. And if she is lucky, she might find him in this time, too. When the moment comes that they meet, it's up to Alexis if she'll fight for the truth or let her guilt control her relationship with King Richard Castellane, or in this case, the billionaire Ellis Lane. Will they ever be together again, or will she let go of the past and let him live his present?

The Number Concept: Its Origin and Development by Levi L. Conant

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, consensual sex, dirty talks, and adult themes. Intended for readers 18+ only. Desire doesn't look the same for everyone, and this collection celebrates every intoxicating form it takes. From stolen touches that linger too long, to late-night fantasies that refuse to stay quiet, Naughty Dripping Desires is an unapologetically sensual erotica collection filled with passion, power, and irresistible tension. Each story explores craving, connection, and the delicious loss of control that comes when boundaries blur and bodies answer before minds can catch up. This is an inclusive collection for everyone-curvy queens, chubby goddesses, men loving men, women loving women, and every beautiful way desire shows up. No judgment, just heat... and maybe a few moments where you'll have to fan yourself and pretend you're not smiling like you just got caught reading something very, very naughty. Enter at your own risk. Once you start, stopping won't be easy. So, enjoyyyyyyyyyy.

Kate Monroe sacrificed everything for her husband her career, her body, her dreams of motherhood only to face the ultimate betrayal: he wants an open marriage after already choosing someone else. Devastated and desperate to feel alive again, Kate finds herself in a luxury bar in downtown Birmingham, where she meets Cole Ramsey a dangerously cold billionaire known for destroying competitors and never giving a woman more than one night. But tonight, he makes Kate a different offer. "Let me show him what he threw away." One contract. No feelings. No regrets. Just vengeance dressed in diamonds. What begins as a fiery arrangement spirals into a darkly passionate affair neither of them can control. Cole's kisses come with chains, his secrets with scars, and Kate's plan for revenge soon turns into a war between her past and a billionaire who's hiding the one secret that could destroy her all over again. But when her ex-husband returns with a custody claim for a child he never helped raise, Kate must choose: her burning desire for Cole... or the little girl she's finally learned to protect even from herself. In a world of fake love, broken vows, and high-stakes seduction who's really playing who?

“And it’s just a fake marriage then? Just a sham?” Dammit. I couldn’t believe I was actually considering this. “A complete farce. You’d start right away, fake a whirlwind romance and engagement. Have the whole thing done in four, five months tops. But the benefits to Reach would last a lifetime. Think of it as your legacy, Weston.” I drummed my fingers on the tabletop. “This is f*****g insane.” “You like insane,” he said, leaning in close, knowing exactly which words would push my buttons. ***

Emily Ashton, once a warm and caring soul, has transformed into someone unapproachable and cold. Her powerful business family doesn't understand her change, but only Emily knows the reason she like this. The truth they were never there when she needed them most. Her frustration increased when her father hires a new driver, Adrian Vaughn, after she fired the last one. Emily, who was determined to keep men away from her, because of what she experienced in the past, plans to make Adrian quit. But Adrian in the other hand is hiding a secret that keeps him going, no matter how hard Emily pushes him away, he refuse to give up on his job. Despite her harsh treatment, Adrian's calmness being to breakthrough the wall Emily's have build around her, and her though exterior. Caught between her painful past and the possibility of starting all over again , Emily faces a crucial decision. Can she trust Adrian and let him into her life, or will her fears destroy any chance they have? When she finally get to know the secret Adrian is hiding would it bring them together or tear them apart?

I'm now looking at a handsome man lying next to me. He sleeps soundly. He is like an angel in my eyes, but if you really get to know him, his attitude is the opposite. "Andrew..." I said his name while my tears fell one by one. "Are you ready, Rhyme?" I looked behind me, I looked at him with tears in my eyes. "You don't have to do this, rhyme. Even if you give your eyes to him, nothing will change. He" I immediately stood up from where I was going to sit before he could continue what he had to say. "I know that... I'm not the type to just give my eye away. Ian, please talk even now, don't make me worry about that. Let me do it to the man I love. Even that he can't reciprocate the love I give," I bent down and gently stroked my stomach and turned to Andrew. The man I love will never reciprocate my love. "Rhyme, are you that desperate with that man? Rhyme, please talk. As your cousin, I advise you not to give him your eyes. Especially since you are taking your child with that man." He preached to me. It's painful to accept. But yes, I'm desperate when it comes to the man I love. In my desperation, even if I knew I was going to harm my future child, I would do it anyway. I will give my eyes to Andrew. "Ian, I'm not going to change my mind. S-go ahead, Ian. I...let's continue with the operation. I'm ready." Ma stuttering said My tears continue to fall, trying to wipe them away, but every time I wipe my tears, new ones come out again. "Oh gosh, rhyme! You're pregnant! Don't you even think about the child in your womb!? If we continue this, I'm sure your child's life will be in danger, and then I'll see you again, rhyme. Rich As for the family of the old woman in the village, they can also find a donor!" I'm almost deaf from his yelling at me. Instead of being angry with him, I am angry with myself. I'm so selfish and heartless, because even though I have eyes, I'm still blind for the man I love. "I've made up my mind, Ian. And even if they're rich, the man I love hasn't seen you for almost a few months. Please talk, Ian. Don't just be a dad and do your job." Ian looked at me with anger in his eyes. "I love you as my cousin, Rhyme. But your love for that man is really too much, that even if you know that you will destroy your child, you will still allow the operation. Take care of your life, Rhyme. That's your decision . But I hope you don't feel guilty about what you do." It coldly says that you will still be filled with anger and sadness. A nurse approached him and whispered something to him before looking at me intently. "Get ready, Rhyme. The operation is about to begin. Prepare yourself to kill your own offspring." He said and turned to the man who was fast asleep behind me before storming out of this room. I can't blame Ian. What he said is right. If I make a decision, I may kill the child in my womb. But what can I do? I love Andrew. What is the use of my eyes? If I always hurt myself because of my love for Andrew. If I go blind because I gave my eyes to the man I love, it's not bad. Because even if I love him, I won't see the events that will hurt my heart. To see him happy in the company of others, To see him staring at me, To always push me away and To see him cry when you are out of his sight. "I love you Andrew." I said it almost in a whisper and was accompanied by my tears as I looked at Andrew who had closed his eyes not far away. The man I love the most. Ian didn't stop whining, obviously not wanting to continue with the operation. But he can't do anything. My decision is complete. I thought about the child in my womb. He was not born with a decision, but he was never able to experience life in the world. Forgive mommy, baby. I love your dad so much that I did this to destroy him. Forgive me, my child. I even heard a nurse say to my cousin, Ian, who never stopped cursing before I was engulfed in darkness. "The donor is now asleep, please Doctor, Ian. Let's proceed with the operation." goodbye My child..

Hazel Scarlet could do much better in life than to gawk and fawn over her handsome, dashing and charming company's CEO, her only confidante and anchor in life — Health Evercrest; yet the best she decided to go for was to settle to be his friend. And the worse she decided to go for was to help him win over the hand of her very own sister in marriage. The odds couldn't have been more odder since the task was no more herculean than moving the Hercules itself; if only her boss would stop staring at her eyes every once in a while, if only his touch would stop making her feel as if she was actually the woman he chose as his bride, if their moments alone would stop making her hope as if she was the only woman to ever exist who could pull him out of his never ending agony. As if seeing him struggle for his feelings for Kiara was not hard enough, Heath was making it even more harder for Hazel to forget about the fact that she was not the one for him by making his constant demands of gruelling attention to the details of the preparation of his wooing measures for her sister. In the midst of melting chocolates, broken hearts, failed balloons, too realistic practise proposals and even more realistic acts of intimacy, would it take Heath a whirl of chaos to realise which sister he actually lost his heart to, or it was as simple as one act of heated argument to realise his secretary is not the friend he had been talking to for years, but a swirling mess of women, heat, graceful beauty and everything he had been searching for in the wrong place all this time? Hop on to find out the real Murphy's Law of Love in this Love Triangle of life, love and ... heartbreaks. Warning — 16+ Steamy Chapters Ahead.

The Memories of Fifty Years by William H. Sparks

The story revolves around May, a teenager whose parents divorced, leading her to live with her distant father in Melbourne while her mother and brother moved to Sydney. May's rebellious behavior to seek attention prompts her father to send her to Sydney for the summer. During the plane journey, she meets Calum, a friendly local. The narrative explores May's adjustment to her new surroundings and relationships, including her strained connection with her mother. The story ends with May reuniting with her brother and receiving a text from her boyfriend, Ian, hinting at potential complications in her personal life.

“If you think that I will let you have me after everything you did to me then you have to be out of your mind,” Nora let out but her body said a different story when he pulled her to him, contrary to what she told him, she found herself leaning closer to him when he brought his face to hers, she knew he was going to kiss her, knew she shouldn’t let him touch her but she couldn’t say a word, couldn’t resist him… Nora Morningstar finds herself in the hands of the ruthless mafia boss who thought her to be the one who killed his family. Even when he finds out he got the wrong person, he still won’t let her go. Not only was he messing up her career and life plans, by holding her captive, he had a hold over her too as she couldn’t seem to keep her heart and body from reacting and reaching for him.

In the shimmering city of Veridale, where fortunes rise and fall like the tides, a tale of love, deceit, and revenge awaits. Alexander Sterling, a powerful magnate, and Jasmine,his fiancée whose love began in the shadows of their contrasting worlds, and seems destined for happiness. But the arrival of Isabella Grayson, a woman with a hidden agenda, shatters their world. Isabella and Alexander have a one night stand , A single night leads to an imposter pregnancy, compelling Alexander to cruelly sever his ties with Jasmine. Her heartbreak fuels a fierce determination for justice. With each revelation, love, hatred, revenge, and jealousy entwine their lives in a complex dance. As secrets unfurl and truths emerge, the characters face life-altering choices. Can Alexander mend his wounded heart? Will Jasmine ever forgive his cruel betrayal? And what of Isabella, who wove this intricate web of deception?

My dad vanished four years ago on Widow's Peak, a notorious trail. I thought I'd finally found closure when rangers declared him dead, burying his ruined journal in our backyard. But then, late one night, the back door creaked open, and he was back. Not really. He was a horrifying shell of a man, caked in dirt, radiating a preternatural chill, and grinning with an empty, fixed smile. My mom, Linda, took one look at him and whispered, "That is not your father," before fleeing, leaving me alone with it. Desperate, I unearthed Dad's journal, its water-damaged pages filled with warnings, and a chilling photo of Carol, my biological mother, dead near a cave. His last legible entry, scrawled in what looked like blood, screamed: "MAYA! LINDA ISN'T YOUR MOTHER!" My world shattered. Who was Carol? And if Linda wasn't my mother, then who was she, the woman who raised me, now possibly a betrayer? I had to unearth every dark secret the Appalachian mountains held, from the chilling 'Hollow Man' in my living room to the twisted truth of my family, even if it meant confronting the woman who sacrificed everything for me.

She found her true mate... but he belongs to another. Dana never expected to find her fated mate in the heart of the city - especially not in her cold, brilliant, and heartbreakingly human boss. Kos is a billionaire inventor, engaged to a woman the world sees as perfect. And worst of all... he doesn't feel the bond. To reveal the truth would make her look desperate, maybe even insane. Who would believe that a shy assistant is his destined mate - and not just after his name or fortune? But the bond is real. The ache is real. And when fate forces them together, nothing will ever be the same. Can a heart blinded by reason learn to feel what only instincts can see? Or will Dana lose him - before he even realizes she was his all along?

In a supernatural world shrouded in mystery and prophecy, Prince Darcy, an ancient vampire of royal lineage, embarks on a perilous quest to save his dying father, the vampire king. Bound by a haunting prophecy that foretells the king's release from suffering only when an innocent witch bears a child for one of his sons, Darcy faces insurmountable trials. His previous attempts have ended in heartbreak, with none of his wives able to fulfill the prophecy. As the king's condition worsens, Darcy makes one last desperate plea for a chance to redeem his family's legacy. Unbeknownst to him, his estranged twin brother plots in the shadows. Jealous of Darcy's birthright, the twin secretly delivers a seemingly ordinary young woman, unaware that she is a dormant witch of immense potential. Thrust into Darcy's world, the young woman grapples with betrayal, danger, and the growing tension between her captor and herself. As secrets unravel, she discovers her true identity and the weight of the prophecy she never chose. Despite their tumultuous start, a bond forms between her and Darcy, leading to a love that defies fate. Together, they bring forth a child destined to change not only the vampire kingdom but the entire supernatural realm. But the road to salvation is fraught with trials, betrayal, and a brother's sinister ambition. Will love and prophecy be enough to heal the scars of a broken kingdom, or will envy and power tear them apart?

At first it was just a simple plan to live together in an apartment to save expenses. However, who would have thought, a simple plan would grow so complicated because not only feelings of love are involved, but also past secrets, loyalties, and betrayals. "I don't want to lose you, Baby. You are my life." "How dare you said that! You don't love me

Mike cilton had a one night stand with lily. Lily is a twin, Mike tried to find lily after there one stand but he couldn't, turns out he had fell in love with lily. The next week lily traveled abroad for her masters degree and never to being seen again. Whereas her twin sister who looked exactly like her met with Mike by fate and mark promised never to let her out of his sight, showering her with love and attention Rose had no choice than to play along because she had also fallen deeply for him. Mike had no idea he was with the wrong twin until lily came back from Italy two years later. Will mike forgive his wife or will he not ?

The revised version of "Growth" unfolds as a passionate and uplifting romantic novel, set against the backdrop of contemporary urban life. It beckons readers to discover unadulterated love and unwavering mental strength amidst the hustle and bustle of city living. Through the journey of maturation undertaken by a descendant from the hinterlands, it paints a portrait of a youthful narrative teeming with aspirations and steadfast resolve.

couldn't believe we were having this argument at my little sister's wedding. She was marrying my best friend, and this was supposed to be their day. I thought... fuck, I didn't know what I thought anymore. How could we let life get in the way of our love for each other? We had been together, on and off, since we were fifteen. When we got back together last time, we were 24 years old and I knew she was the one I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. I wasn't going to risk losing her again for anything, so I proposed a few weeks later and never looked back. Ten years ago, we were so in love. So devoted. So consumed with each other. Where did we go wrong? With the most sincere and pained expression on her face, she persuaded: — I don't want to be just another challenge or obstacle, something you won't give up on, Christian. “You're taking my words out of context, Kinley. - I am? I haven't been your priority for who knows how long. — That's a lie! I'm inside you making you cum on my dick... — This isn't about sex, Christian! It has nothing to do with it! - What the hell is that? I give everything to you! What more do you want from me? — Do you give me everything? You can not be serious. You think I don't realize how distant you are from me because I can't—” “We're not talking about that right now. — I growled in a low protest. Grabbing her arm, I dragged her to the back of the farmhouse on my sister's property, where the ceremony and reception were being held. During the exchange of vows, we watched my sister and my best friend start over while my world came crashing down in a devastating way. And all I could do was sit there and look at Kinley's face, trying desperately to hold on to the good times, the memories of our life together. I could see in her bright green eyes that I had loved for as long as I could remember that her thoughts mirrored my own, remembering a time when it was us in front of our friends and family, vowing to be together for better or for worse. She still loved me. I still loved her. However, none of that mattered anymore. Life passed us by in the blink of an eye. We were no longer those two crazy teenagers who thought they could face the world together. Our love was replaced by anger, our devotion began to crumble, and our lives began to disintegrate. But anything worth having is worth fighting for, right? She was the only woman who ever touched my heart, my soul and every fiber of my being belonged to her. I was hers. Inside and outside. Yet now her love felt like a double-edged sword thrust straight into my heart. Her eyes were no longer a bright, vivid green. They felt sad and empty, although I could still see the love she had for me hidden behind her depths of uncertainty. She turned to leave and I grabbed her arm, turning her to face me. — I love you, Kinley. She immediately closed her eyes as if it hurt to look at me. Then I reached out, cupping the sides of her face, willing her to open them for me. - Candy. — I persuaded gently