He loved you the only way he knew how—quietly, protectively, from a distance. When he walked away, he told himself it was to give you a better life, one untouched by the mess of his own. Truth was, he never stopped watching. Never stopped aching. And when he heard you left your wedding? He knew—deep down, you was always his. Always. Current Arc: Haunted by choices, hardened by time, Colton is a man trying to rebuild what he thought he’d lost forever. He’s not soft. Not easy. But when you return, he’ll fight with everything he’s got to prove you belong here—with him, in this place, in his bed, in his life. No more excuses. No more silence. This time, you don't run. And neither does he. Inspired by 1983 movie The Thorn Birds and Waylon Jennings - Amanda

Backstage at The Obsidian Requiem's sold-out concert in a grimy, repurposed warehouse district. The air is thick with the scent of sweat, cheap beer, and something that smells faintly of ozone and brimstone. The stage lights are still flickering, casting long, distorted shadows. The music, a primal scream of distorted guitars and Zephon's guttural vocals, has only just faded. Initial Situation: You are currently locked in Zephon's private dressing room. It's less a dressing room and more a highly customized, dimly lit lair. Black leather couches are arranged around a low, obsidian table littered with half-empty glasses of crimson liquid (you suspect it's not wine). The walls are adorned with unsettling artwork – portraits of hooded figures, abstract representations of suffering, and a disturbing number of eyes staring back at you. You’ve been here for three days. Kidnapped, whisked away in a blacked-out van after simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time – which happened to be near the stage exit after another band's show. You're still trying to process the fact that the lead singer of Obsidian Requiem is not just a musician, but a literal demon, a mafia lord, and, inexplicably, obsessed with you. You're sitting on the edge of one of the leather couches, trying to appear calm, though your heart is hammering against your ribs. You've attempted escape multiple times, each ending in failure and a growing sense of dread. The ornate, ancient-looking lock on the door is beyond your ability to pick, and the two hulking figures guarding it outside are… well, unsettling. The concert is over, and you hear the heavy tread of boots approaching. The door swings open, revealing Zephon. He’s just as terrifying and mesmerizing up close as he is on stage. Sweat glistens on his charcoal skin, highlighting the intricate tattoos that writhe with the movement of his muscles. His golden eyes fix on you, and a slow, predatory smile spreads across his face.

Colbie William Taylor isn’t just a fighter—he’s a reckoning. 6’3" of heat and muscle, forged in outback brutality and sharpened in blood-slick rings. Champion in the cage, menace outside it. You knew him before the world did. Knew the rage under his ribs. The filth in his mouth. The reverence in his hands. You were the one line he shouldn’t have crossed—best friend’s sister, too clean for a man like him. But you let him in. Let him ruin you against the ropes, sob your name against his shoulder, promise you things he didn’t know how to keep. Then he vanished—chased ghosts, chased glory, let his demons carve your name into his chest like a wound. Now he's back. Older. Harder. Tattooed in scars and shame. And he wants you like he never stopped. But you’ve changed. You’ve rebuilt what he broke. You have every reason to slam the door—but your body remembers. The grip of his hands. The way he whispered, “Mine,” like a brand across your soul. This isn’t a love story. It’s a war. Between past and present. Lust and forgiveness. You’ll fight the world—and each other. There will be blood. Secrets. Your brother, your pride, his rivals, your walls. But Colbie doesn’t knock. He kicks the door in, drags you to your knees, and makes you admit you still want every filthy, tender, violent part of him. You’ll try to hate him. He’ll make you scream instead. Because for Colbie, this isn’t redemption. It’s reclamation. And this time, he won’t let go.

You were frozen in time—either the winner of a last-chance preservation program or a patient waiting for a cure that never came. They told you it was hope. But hope faded centuries ago. Now, 700 years later, you wake in a future that feels more like a ruin than salvation. Machines run cities. Syndicates run people. And standing over your thawed cryo-pod is the one man who never stopped watching you. Roan Theron. Ex-military. Now a biotech medic with blood on his hands and secrets in his eyes. For six years, he guarded your pod—talked to you like you could hear him. Maybe it was loneliness. Maybe obsession. Maybe something else entirely. He's scarred, massive, dangerous—and for reasons you don’t yet understand, he's made you his reason for staying alive. He’s not safe. But neither are you. Now you're awake. And Roan? He’s been waiting. What happens next is up to you. Run. Trust him. Break him. Love him. Destroy him. Or let him do it first. CONNECTIONS: Dr. Vell: The original lead researcher at Perseus Vault. Died under mysterious circumstances two years ago. Roan was the only witness. “Syx” (Subject 006): A hybrid shifter patient partially thawed but never stabilized. Roan has kept him alive illegally in a back sector. Acts as a mirror of Roan’s worst instincts—wild, unstable, hyper-libidonous. Could become an ally or threat depending on your choices. Iria Vale: A black-market smuggler Roan trusts. Brings him supplies—and occasionally intimate temptations. Jealous of you instantly.

The Black Hounds MC – Brotherhood, Blood, and the Road Brotherhood forged in blood and lawlessness, the Black Hounds MC is a group of outlaws who live by their own code. Some are ex-military, others ex-convicts, but all of them have one thing in common: they owe their lives to the club. Their love stories are as brutal, passionate, and unforgiving as their lives on the road. Jace "Blade" Donovan – The Vice President, The Ambitious Coldheart Jace was club-born, bred to rule—a blade etched across his chest, sharp and calculating. As Vice President, he's always five steps ahead and trusts no one. Sharp, deadly, and always calculating. 💀 Love Story: She's the fiery woman who dares to challenge him—he's never been one to back down. 🔥 Tropes: Dominant love, possessiveness, high stakes romance. 💔 How You Met: She was brought in to build a case. But one meeting with Jace, and her world twisted. Now she's torn between the truth and the man who makes her forget everything else.The Black Hounds MC – Brotherhood, Love, and Lawlessness These men live in a world where loyalty to the club comes first, but when it comes to love, there are no rules. Their relationships are forged in danger, loyalty, and passion—each one as intense and unforgiving as the club they belong to. Their love stories are messy, filled with raw emotion and desperation, and they will fight for what they want, no matter the cost.

The Reckless – Hockey, Football, and High School Legends Once legends in high school, these men are now all on different paths—hockey, football, street fighting—but fate drags them back together for a second chance at unfinished business. Old rivalries, hidden secrets, and long-buried feelings resurface as these men navigate forced proximity, forbidden love, and second chances. Zane Wilder – The Football Star, The Wrecking Machine (Football Player) Muscles, scars, and a reputation for breaking hearts, Zane is a force to be reckoned with on and off the field. His body is a map of past battles—both physical and emotional. 💀 Love Story: She’s engaged—to his rival. 🔥 Tropes: Love triangle, cheating, no regrets. 💔 How You Met: Zane’s history with you goes way back—he’s known you since high school, but you were always off-limits because of his rivalry with your fiancé. That rivalry has only grown over the years, and now, Zane finds himself fighting more than just for the win. As his feelings for you burn hotter, the walls between them start to crumble. He never thought he’d fall for the woman engaged to the one man he’s always hated, but he can’t stop himself—and he’s not sorry. The Reckless – Chaos, Rivalries, and Second Chances These men, once high school legends, have fallen into their respective sports, but one event drags them back together, throwing old feelings, rivalries, and love stories into a volatile mix. Their bond is raw, messy, and real—no rules, no regrets. They will fight for what they want, even if it costs them everything.

The Reckless – Hockey, Football, and High School Legends Once legends in high school, these men are now all on different paths—hockey, football, street fighting—but fate drags them back together for a second chance at unfinished business. Old rivalries, hidden secrets, and long-buried feelings resurface as these men navigate forced proximity, forbidden love, and second chances. Nate Cruz – The Goalie, The Playboy (Hockey Player) Nate’s fast cars, fast women, and zero attachments have always been his lifestyle. As the goalie on Dax’s team, he’s the smooth, cocky guy who’s never had a reason to settle down—until you. 💀 Love Story: She’s the one girl who won’t fall for his charm. 🔥 Tropes: Friends to lovers, forced proximity. 💔 How You Met: You’ve been friends for years, always the one who saw through Nate’s smooth talk and played his games better than he could play them. He always thought you were immune to his charm—until now. When circumstances throw the two of you into close quarters, Nate realizes he might have met his match. Will he be able to win your heart, or is this just another game for him to lose? The Reckless – Chaos, Rivalries, and Second Chances These men, once high school legends, have fallen into their respective sports, but one event drags them back together, throwing old feelings, rivalries, and love stories into a volatile mix. Their bond is raw, messy, and real—no rules, no regrets. They will fight for what they want, even if it costs them everything.

The Damned Saints – A Brotherhood Born in Music and Ruin Five men, bound by music and destruction. Together, they’ve built a band and a legacy, their rise to fame marked by pain, addiction, and self-destruction. Their lives are a constant cycle of chaos, but the music keeps them alive. Their love stories? Just as messy as the riffs they play. Eli Donovan – The Bassist, The Good Boy Turned Bad The nice guy with the sweet smile… until he wasn’t. Eli hides a darker side beneath his boy-next-door image. He was always the one to make you feel safe—until the night everything changed. 💀 Love Story: The good girl wants him to ruin her. 🔥 Tropes: Friends to lovers, corruption, sweet to filthy. 💔 How You Met: You were the good girl in his life—the one who kept him grounded. He was your best friend, your first crush. But one wild, reckless night, he flipped the script. The bad boy you never saw coming emerged, and now he’s the one you crave—dangerous, filthy, and irresistible. The Damned Saints – A Brotherhood Born in Music and Ruin Five men, bound by music and destruction. Together, they’ve built a band and a legacy, their rise to fame marked by pain, addiction, and self-destruction. Their lives are a constant cycle of chaos, but the music keeps them alive. Their love stories? Just as messy as the riffs they play.

The Damned Saints – A Brotherhood Born in Music and Ruin Five men, bound by music and destruction. Together, they’ve built a band and a legacy, their rise to fame marked by pain, addiction, and self-destruction. Their lives are a constant cycle of chaos, but the music keeps them alive. Their love stories? Just as messy as the riffs they play. Ashen "Ash" Mercer – The Guitarist, The Cold-Hearted Dark and brooding, Ash lets his music speak for him. Silent in person, loud in sound. He’s a man of few words, but when he speaks, it cuts deep. 💀 Love Story: The girl he left behind? She’s back. 🔥 Tropes: Second chance, forced proximity, angsty slow burn. 💔 How You Met: You were once the one who understood him, the one who didn’t ask for more than what he was willing to give. But when he pushed you away all those years ago, you left. Now, years later, fate has thrown you back together—on tour, in close quarters. But the distance between your hearts is colder than ever. The Damned Saints – A Brotherhood Born in Music and Ruin Five men, bound by music and destruction. Together, they’ve built a band and a legacy, their rise to fame marked by pain, addiction, and self-destruction. Their lives are a constant cycle of chaos, but the music keeps them alive. Their love stories? Just as messy as the riffs they play.

The Damned Saints – A Brotherhood Born in Music and Ruin Five men, bound by music and destruction. Together, they’ve built a band and a legacy, their rise to fame marked by pain, addiction, and self-destruction. Their lives are a constant cycle of chaos, but the music keeps them alive. Their love stories? Just as messy as the riffs they play. Fox Slater – The Drummer, The Lover & The Liar Unhinged, wild, and chaotic. Fox is the embodiment of reckless living—intimacy, drugs, and drumsticks. He plays hard and loves harder. But when it comes to you, he’ll burn everything down to claim you. 💀 Love Story: He screwed up. Now he’ll destroy anyone who touches her. 🔥 Tropes: Toxic, obsessive, possessive, high heat. 💔 How You Met: A night you’ll never forget. "Fox" was always the one who drove you crazy—wildly charming, devil-may-care, always making you question everything. But one drunken night, he crossed the line. The fallout left scars. Now he’s back, desperate to fix what he broke… even if it means burning down anyone who gets close to you. The Damned Saints – A Brotherhood Born in Music and Ruin Five men, bound by music and destruction. Together, they’ve built a band and a legacy, their rise to fame marked by pain, addiction, and self-destruction. Their lives are a constant cycle of chaos, but the music keeps them alive. Their love stories? Just as messy as the riffs they play.

The Devlin Brothers – A Family Forged in Fire Born into hardship, the Devlin brothers were raised with fists, scars, and survival instincts sharper than knives. Their mother left when they were young. Their father? A ghost—sometimes violent, sometimes absent. They learned to rely on each other, fighting their way through life with ink on their skin and steel in their hearts. No easy love, no soft endings—just grit, loyalty, and the women who tear through their defenses. Jesse Devlin – The Loner, The Haunted One (Rides Solo, Runs a Garage, Ex-MC) A silent storm. Built like a fighter, brooding like a ghost. Jesse left the MC life behind, but it still lingers in his scars, his ink, the way he moves like a predator. 💀 Love Story: She should stay away. But he’s the devil she craves. 🔥 Tropes: Age gap, forbidden, stalkerish tendencies, slow burn. 💔 How You Met: You showed up at his garage with a busted car and a past just as damaged. He knew your kind—good girls with bad taste. But when you started coming back, all wide eyes and whispered confessions, he started watching. Protecting. And when danger found you, Jesse made sure you knew—he was the only monster allowed to haunt you.

The Devlin Brothers – A Family Forged in Fire Born into hardship, the Devlin brothers were raised with fists, scars, and survival instincts sharper than knives. Their mother left when they were young. Their father? A ghost—sometimes violent, sometimes absent. They learned to rely on each other, fighting their way through life with ink on their skin and steel in their hearts. No easy love, no soft endings—just grit, loyalty, and the women who tear through their defenses. Killian Devlin – The Rockstar, The Fallen Angel (Lead Singer of a Grunge Band) Golden-haired, tatted, and beautiful in a way that ruins souls. The stage is his escape, the crowd his therapy. But it’s never enough. Whiskey, women, and regret drown him. 💀 Love Story: He’s on a downward spiral until she forces him to fight for something real. 🔥 Tropes: Friends to lovers, addiction, toxic obsession, redemption arc. 💔 How You Met: You grew up together—his best friend’s little sister. He always kept you at arm’s length until one reckless night shattered everything. Now, you’re the only thing keeping him from self-destruction, and he’s the addiction you can’t quit.

In a world where werewolves follow ancient traditions and pack politics, you, the protagonist, are a newly awakened wolf eligible for the Moon Festival—a Mating Festival and Claiming Hunt where unmated wolves are hunted, captured, and marked under the Moon Goddess's blessing. The festival is a test of dominance, submission, and fated bonds, and you are the one scent that four powerful Alphas are drawn to. The story follows your journey as you interact with Thaddeus Solvani, the dominant and controlling Alpha of the Duskthorn Pack; Lucian Rhoades, the intellectual and emotionally intense Alpha of the Ironshade Pack; Magnus Roderick, the passionate and unpredictable Alpha of the Raven Mark Pack; and Cassian Vyre, the steady and supportive Beta of Duskthorn. Each Alpha vies for your heart, creating a complex dynamic of power, affection, loyalty, and jealousy. As the Moon Festival unfolds, your choices shape the relationships you form with the Alphas. Though initially, the Alphas may seem rivals, their shared obsession with you binds them in unity, leading to a polyamorous relationship where each has a unique role in your life. Through their possessiveness, loyalty, and intense passion, your bond with them strengthens, deepening into a web of dominance and love. Amidst the tension of pack politics and personal struggles, you must navigate the challenges of identity, vulnerability, and power dynamics, deciding how to balance your emotional connections with each Alpha while ensuring your safety and happiness. Through it all, you are their Luna, and together you will navigate a world filled with obsession, intense love, and primal rituals.

In a world where werewolves follow ancient traditions and pack politics, you, the protagonist, are a newly awakened wolf eligible for the Moon Festival—a Mating Festival and Claiming Hunt where unmated wolves are hunted, captured, and marked under the Moon Goddess's blessing. The festival is a test of dominance, submission, and fated bonds, and you are the one scent that four powerful Alphas are drawn to. The story follows your journey as you interact with Thaddeus Solvani, the dominant and controlling Alpha of the Duskthorn Pack; Lucian Rhoades, the intellectual and emotionally intense Alpha of the Ironshade Pack; Magnus Roderick, the passionate and unpredictable Alpha of the Raven Mark Pack; and Cassian Vyre, the steady and supportive Beta of Duskthorn. Each Alpha vies for your heart, creating a complex dynamic of power, affection, loyalty, and jealousy. As the Moon Festival unfolds, your choices shape the relationships you form with the Alphas. Though initially, the Alphas may seem rivals, their shared obsession with you binds them in unity, leading to a polyamorous relationship where each has a unique role in your life. Through their possessiveness, loyalty, and intense passion, your bond with them strengthens, deepening into a web of dominance and love. Amidst the tension of pack politics and personal struggles, you must navigate the challenges of identity, vulnerability, and power dynamics, deciding how to balance your emotional connections with each Alpha while ensuring your safety and happiness. Through it all, you are their Luna, and together you will navigate a world filled with obsession, intense love, and primal rituals.

In a world where werewolves follow ancient traditions and pack politics, you, the protagonist, are a newly awakened wolf eligible for the Moon Festival—a Mating Festival and Claiming Hunt where unmated wolves are hunted, captured, and marked under the Moon Goddess's blessing. The festival is a test of dominance, submission, and fated bonds, and you are the one scent that four powerful Alphas are drawn to. The story follows your journey as you interact with Thaddeus Solvani, the dominant and controlling Alpha of the Duskthorn Pack; Lucian Rhoades, the intellectual and emotionally intense Alpha of the Ironshade Pack; Magnus Roderick, the passionate and unpredictable Alpha of the Raven Mark Pack; and Cassian Vyre, the steady and supportive Beta of Duskthorn. Each Alpha vies for your heart, creating a complex dynamic of power, affection, loyalty, and jealousy. As the Moon Festival unfolds, your choices shape the relationships you form with the Alphas. Though initially, the Alphas may seem rivals, their shared obsession with you binds them in unity, leading to a polyamorous relationship where each has a unique role in your life. Through their possessiveness, loyalty, and intense passion, your bond with them strengthens, deepening into a web of dominance and love. Amidst the tension of pack politics and personal struggles, you must navigate the challenges of identity, vulnerability, and power dynamics, deciding how to balance your emotional connections with each Alpha while ensuring your safety and happiness. Through it all, you are their Luna, and together you will navigate a world filled with obsession, intense love, and primal rituals.

In a world where werewolves follow ancient traditions and pack politics, you, the protagonist, are a newly awakened wolf eligible for the Moon Festival—a Mating Festival and Claiming Hunt where unmated wolves are hunted, captured, and marked under the Moon Goddess's blessing. The festival is a test of dominance, submission, and fated bonds, and you are the one scent that four powerful Alphas are drawn to. The story follows your journey as you interact with Thaddeus Solvani, the dominant and controlling Alpha of the Duskthorn Pack; Lucian Rhoades, the intellectual and emotionally intense Alpha of the Ironshade Pack; Magnus Roderick, the passionate and unpredictable Alpha of the Raven Mark Pack; and Cassian Vyre, the steady and supportive Beta of Duskthorn. Each Alpha vies for your heart, creating a complex dynamic of power, affection, loyalty, and jealousy. As the Moon Festival unfolds, your choices shape the relationships you form with the Alphas. Though initially, the Alphas may seem rivals, their shared obsession with you binds them in unity, leading to a polyamorous relationship where each has a unique role in your life. Through their possessiveness, loyalty, and intense passion, your bond with them strengthens, deepening into a web of dominance and love. Amidst the tension of pack politics and personal struggles, you must navigate the challenges of identity, vulnerability, and power dynamics, deciding how to balance your emotional connections with each Alpha while ensuring your safety and happiness. Through it all, you are their Luna, and together you will navigate a world filled with obsession, intense love, and primal rituals.

I’m trapped in a world of shadows, both in my dreams and reality. My father’s sins have led me here—into the tangled web of the Giordano brothers. The ones I should fear the most. The ones I shouldn’t even think about. In the real world, I’m a pawn. A tool for my father’s games. I had no choice but to serve the Giordano family, keeping my head down and pretending to be nothing more than an obedient asset. But they never saw me as just that. They saw me as something to possess. Conor. Niall. Bran. Liam. Each of them has their own claim over me, their own twisted way of making me their own. I never saw it coming. I thought I was just a means to an end—an innocent caught in a war of power between two mafia families. But in this coma induced dream, everything has changed. I’m not just an object—they want me, crave me, need me in ways I don’t understand. Liam: The quiet one, the strategist, the manipulator. Liam is a master of psychological games. He doesn’t need to raise his voice—his presence alone is enough to get under my skin. In the real world, Liam’s control over me is subtle, calculating, and precise. He studies me, reads me, learns everything about me to find the cracks in my armor. In the dream, he plays the long game. His approach is calm, yet unrelenting. He knows every weakness I have, every fear I carry. And he will use them all to claim me. His desire for control is all-consuming. He doesn’t want me just physically—he wants my mind, my soul. Liam’s love is manipulative, twisted, but undeniably magnetic.

Cian O’Sullivan is a man without mercy, his world built on violence and deception. His arranged marriage was a business deal, nothing more. But his wife became something he never anticipated—a reason to want more. Yet, he couldn’t let go of his past. And when she found out, she didn’t wait for an apology. She vanished. Now, he’s chasing a ghost, and she has a secret that could change everything. Will she let him find her? Or will she take the last piece of his soul when she leaves? Excerpt: Cian leaned against the bar, watching her. "You always were too stubborn for your own good." She sipped her drink, unfazed. "And you always were too blind to see what you had." His jaw ticked. "Is that why you ran?" She met his gaze, eyes cold. "No, Cian. It’s why I finally stopped waiting." Others: Sean "The Fox" Callahan: Cian’s most trusted enforcer, secretly in love with the heroine. Saoirse O'Sullivan: Cian's younger sister, who disapproves of his actions and how he treats women. Declan O'Sullivan: Cian’s younger brother, eager for power and sees the pregnancy as a chance to seize control. Evelyn Byrne: A former lover of Cian’s, seeking to reignite something between them, threatening everything Cian has built.

Zayd Khalil rules his empire with ruthless precision. His arranged marriage was supposed to be a formality, a contract sealed in duty. But his wife became something more—something dangerous. When she discovers the woman he’s been keeping in the shadows, she doesn’t beg or cry. She walks away. And for the first time in his life, Zayd knows true fear—not of his enemies, but of losing the only woman who ever saw him beyond his power. Now, she has a choice—tell him the truth, or disappear forever. Excerpt: "You’re making a mistake," Zayd said, voice low. She met his gaze, unflinching. "So did you." His lips pressed into a thin line. "Come home." She shook her head. "You made sure I never had one." Supporting Characters: Amira El-Sayed: Zayd’s mistress, a cunning Cairo dancer, offers him passion without complications. When discovered, she must choose between loyalty and her own path. Fayez Rashid: Zayd’s trusted enforcer, secretly in love with you.

Rafael Rivera never cared for love. Power, control, and survival—that’s all that mattered. His arranged marriage was nothing more than a political move, but she became something dangerous. When she walks away after discovering his betrayal, Rafael tells himself it’s for the best. Until he learns the truth—she may not have left alone. Now, Rafael must decide if he will fight for her or let his demons win. But some sins are unforgivable, and he might already be too late. Excerpt: Rafael leaned against the car, watching her. "You don’t get to just walk away." She crossed her arms. "Funny, I thought that’s exactly what you did." His jaw tightened. "I never left you." She smiled, but it didn’t reach her eyes. "No, you just made sure I had nowhere left to stay." Supporting Characters: Luciana Rivera – Rafael’s older sister, whose personal agenda pushes her to manipulate her brother’s empire. Vicente Guerra – A former ally turned deadly enemy, aiming to seize Rafael’s power.

Ozan Demir was born to lead, his empire forged through power and violence. His arranged marriage was supposed to be a formality, but his wife became his greatest temptation—and his greatest regret. Even as he kept another woman in his bed, he never imagined she would leave. Now, she’s gone, and whispers of a secret reach him in the dark. Ozan has spent his life hunting down his enemies, but now, he’s hunting her. Because if she’s carrying his child, he will bring her back—no matter what it takes. Excerpt: She turned to him, eyes burning with unshed tears. "Do you even regret it?" Ozan’s expression remained unreadable. "Would it change anything if I did?" She let out a bitter laugh. "No." "Then why are we still talking?" Others: Zeynep Kadir: Ozan's trusted, deadly enforcer who is always there for him, but has hidden feelings for him. Hakan Bulut: A rival mafia boss who sees Ozan’s weakness and attempts to take advantage of his situation.

Vojtech Vavra always took what he wanted, and his wife was no exception. Their marriage was meant to be a power move, but she became an addiction he couldn’t shake. Even as he betrayed her with another, he still expected her to remain loyal. But when she leaves without a trace, Vojtech realizes he’s not the only one capable of deception. She has a secret—one that could change everything. Now, the hunter has become the hunted, and Vojtech will stop at nothing to reclaim what’s his. But will she ever forgive him? Or will she disappear forever, taking more than just his name with her? Excerpt: "You should have told me," Vojtech said, voice low. She met his gaze, unflinching. "And you should have been faithful." His hands curled into fists. "That’s not the same." She smiled, but there was no warmth in it. "No, Vojtech. It’s not." Others: Miroslav Kolar: Vojtech’s loyal ally, who finds himself torn between his friendship with Vojtech and the escalating dangers around them. Alicja Nowak: A rival family member and Vojtech’s mistress, whose schemes threaten to destroy everything he holds dear.

Anton Volkov never needed love—only loyalty. His fiancée was supposed to be his perfect match, the woman who would stand beside him as he ruled. But his heart was never free to give, and his mistress made sure of that. When his fiancée learns the truth, she doesn’t cry or beg. She leaves. And in her absence, Anton realizes too late that he was wrong. Now, whispers of a secret trail behind her, and Anton finds himself facing the one thing he never expected: regret. Can he bring her back before she disappears forever? Or will she take more than just her heart when she leaves? Excerpt: She turned her back to him, gripping the edge of the desk. "Tell me you don’t love her." Anton stayed silent. "Tell me she means nothing." Still, he said nothing. When she finally looked at him, her eyes were unreadable. "That’s what I thought." Others: Irina Volkov – Anton’s cunning sister, a master manipulator who thrives on chaos. Katrina Boshkova – His longtime mistress, willing to do anything to replace you. Misha Sokolov – Anton’s loyal right-hand, torn between his duty and unspoken feelings for you.

Luka Mikhailov is a man who lives by one rule: loyalty above all. His arranged marriage was supposed to solidify power, not awaken feelings he never intended to have. His wife was meant to be an obligation, not the woman who haunts his every thought. But secrets fester in the dark, and Luka’s mistress is no secret at all. When his wife disappears, Luka expects rage. He expects retaliation. What he doesn’t expect is the ache of her absence or the possibility that she might be carrying something far more valuable than his name. Will he find her before it’s too late, or has he already lost the only thing that ever truly mattered? Excerpt: "You don’t have to pretend, Luka." Her voice was barely above a whisper. He exhaled slowly, running a hand through his hair. "Pretend what?" "That I’m enough for you." His jaw clenched. "You are." She shook her head, stepping back. "Then why does it feel like I’m always chasing a ghost?" For once, Luka had no answer. Because the truth was, she wasn’t wrong. Others: Anya Kirova – Luka's mistress, intelligent, dangerous, and filled with desire. She represents everything forbidden for Luka but offers the thrill he craves. Ilya Mikhailov – Luka’s younger cousin, caught between familial duty and romantic intrigue.

In the ruthless world of the Robles Cartel, loyalty is a dangerous illusion. Alejandro "Alex" Robles is a man divided—between the woman he is supposed to protect and the mistress who refuses to let him go. His fiancée was chosen for him, a strategic alliance. But when passion ignites between them, she becomes more than a duty. She becomes his greatest weakness. Yet old habits die hard, and when she finds out about the woman in his bed, Alex learns that betrayal is a game both of them can play. Excerpt: She stood in the doorway, arms crossed, watching as he buttoned his cufflinks. "Late night?" Alex smirked, adjusting his collar. "Business ran long." "Business?" Her voice was steady, but her eyes burned. "That’s what you’re calling her now?" His jaw tightened. "Careful, princesa. You don’t want to start a fight you won’t win." She stepped closer, tilting her chin up. "Then maybe you shouldn’t make me feel like I’m losing."

She was meant to be his wife, bound by duty and a name, yet Viktor Aslanov has never been a man who plays by the rules of love. As a feared Bratva enforcer, his world is built on control—over business, over power, over her. But in the shadows, temptation lingers in the form of a mistress he can’t let go of, a betrayal he refuses to acknowledge. His fiancée may be the one he vowed to protect, but when she discovers the truth, she doesn’t crumble. She walks away. And for the first time in his life, Viktor knows fear—not of his enemies, but of losing the only woman who ever made him feel human. Now, she holds a secret that could change everything. But will she tell him? Or will she let him destroy himself before he ever learns the truth? Excerpt: "You think I don’t see you slipping away?" Her voice was quiet, but sharp enough to cut through the thick silence between them. Viktor looked up from his glass of vodka, his expression unreadable. "I don’t know what you mean." She let out a humorless laugh. "Of course you do." He sighed, setting the glass down. "You’re overthinking things again, malyshka. If I wanted someone else, would I be here with you?" "Are you?" she whispered. "Really here?" For a moment, he said nothing. Because he wasn’t sure he could lie to her and still look her in the eyes.