For readers' discretion. Clarissa & The Grand Mafia contains raw scenes including sex, romance, and violence. Therefore, it is not recommended for people below 18 of age. ^ ^ ^ Determined to save her mother from dying of Cancer, Clarissa agreed to her father's arrangements to marry a money lender she hadn't met before. An abusive husband with no dignity or respect for women. What happens when his identical twin shows up at the house pretending to be Clarissa's husband, only he is an entirely different person in terms of character? Will he save her from the devil of a husband? Or will he take advantage of her broken heart?
I let out a deep sigh as I sauntered towards the skyscraper up ahead. I walked as fast as my legs could carry me.
It was past 9 a.m. and I was already late for my interview.
Sweat dripped down my forehead despite the cold weather. I wasn't sweating from stress but rather from the fear of missing yet another opportunity.
I got to the large building. At the entrance, staring at me were two hefty bouncers. Their tight muscles flaunt out of their slippery black shirts, almost ripping their shirts apart.
I made my way to the transparent door. My phone rang one more time and this time, I couldn't ignore it.
I stopped just by the door. I couldn't have my phone disturbing me inside.
I brought the phone from my handbag, intending to turn it off, but when I looked at the screen, it was my Dad calling.
"Papi!" I muttered worriedly with a deep sigh on my lips. As much as I was desperate for an interview, I had to talk to my father. He and my Mom were all I had in the world.
I picked up the call and placed the phone on my ear. "Hello, Pa!" I called, and a muffled sound came from the phone, followed by panic.
I held the phone tightly against my ear. "Pa?" I called out as a sense of worry settled on me.
Then came my father's trembling voice. "C...Clarry, it's your mother!" he said and the call dropped, leaving me in a state of suspense.
I paused as my heart made a quick sink. I felt my thoughts racing like a runaway train, each one a terrifying possibility of what could've happened.
My heart started beating aggressively. An overwhelming sense of fear choked me from within and my breathing quickened.
My Mom has been suffering from cancer and there was no money to oversee the recommended surgery.
Instantly, I turned around, abandoning the job interview. With all the strength in me, I dashed out of the place to catch a quick bus home.
On getting home, I noticed a Rolls-Royce Cullinan packed right in front of the house. Its shiny armor was elegant and I found myself admiring the car and wondering how it managed to get here.
Was my Mom really in trouble?
What is happening? I asked myself.
When I entered the house, my father was sitting comfortably on the sofa, and a rich-looking visitor was opposite him.
The young man was so handsome. His athletic body shot through his plain T-shirt as his car key dangled in his hands. He was the owner of the car outside.
Our gaze met and I quickly looked away. He had a cold aura and an incredible demeanor.
"Mr. Barry, this is Clarissa, my daughter whom I told you about," I overheard my father introduce me to him, and then he turned back to me.
"Clarry, this is Barry Woodson, your suitor. He has agreed to see through your mother's surgery," my father said. At that moment, I marveled.
I had given my father my approval on an arranged marriage with a rich man who would sponsor my Mom's treatment. When I heard the man was coming, I didn't expect him to be this handsome.
I made my peace with myself, believing I would be marrying an old wealthy man just to save my mother.
But seeing the young rich Barry Woodson seated before me, I felt a sense of satisfaction.
His gaze sent chills down my spine as I stared at his alluring eyes. The hunger in them and the low smile of satisfaction on his lips.
My heart sparkled with delight, and a radiant smile lit up my face. But as the saying goes; "not all that glitters is gold."
Blinded by his handsome nature, I had no idea what I was signing up for.
A loud ringtone from my phone snapped me out of my deep thoughts, and I jolted to consciousness. I realized that I was still in the kitchen reminiscing about my past and how I ended up with Barry.
It was past 8 p.m. and the anticipation of Barry's return, my greatest nemesis, dawned on me.
After her first encounter with Richard Blake, the ruthless Alpha of the White Walkers Pack, Mandy realizes that she is pregnant. The news of her pregnancy was a shock to her. She could barely take care of herself, how would she bring a child into the world? While seeking answers and a solution to her unfortunate situation, she got bitten by a rogue wolf. Eventually, Richard Blake came to her rescue when he sensed that she was his mate. Richard took her to the Wolfpack, and Mandy fell in love with Richard after a long struggle. After her arrival on the Pack, she found out that her mate, Richard Blake, wasn't just hers. He had a boyfriend who happened to be the Beta, Anthony Scofield. Following the presence of Mandy, trouble arose in the pack. Anthony Scofield was determined to keep Richard as his partner for his own interest. How would Mandy navigate through this world? Would she win Richard's undivided love, or would she lose her mate to Anthony Scofield? What fate awaits the White Walkers Pack amidst the struggle?
In a world driven by power, betrayal, and forbidden desires, no one truly wins. Aria's story is not just one of love and heartbreak-it's a testament to how easily passion can turn into destruction. After a devastating heartbreak, Aria finds herself drawn into a forbidden desire that spirals into obsession. What begins as lust soon turns into something darker-something that consumes her soul. But unknown to her, secrets lurk in the shadows, waiting to strip her of everything she holds dear. As love turns to hate, and betrayal turns into revenge, Aria's world begins to crumble, leading her to a fate she never saw coming. Quote: In a Cycle of Revenge, the battle never ends. Aria's life ends in ruin. Liam loses what he values most: his children. Serena wins, but only until Lance decides she's next.
"I, Erika Blackwood, stand before you, Alexander Robertson, with a heavy heart. I hereby reject you as my mate. The bond we once shared has grown fragile, and my soul yearns for a different path. May you find solace in the love of another, and may we both find the happiness we seek." Alexander didn't say a word and looked at me. But he refused to accept. *********** Erika Blackwood is the next Alpha in line of the Ironclaw Pack. She hides her identity and gets mated to the Alpha of the Moonforest Pack, Alexander Robertson. Three years passed, but Alexander is still unwilling to let go of his childhood sweetheart. Erika is mistreated and eventually framed by the same childhood sweetheart. Now she leaves with that humiliation, and goes back to her pack, swearing vengeance on those who hurt her. They all waited for her to return and beg, but what happens when they realize that the famous Ironclaw Pack that was going to help in the rogue war, was ruled by a woman named, Erika Blackwood. Now her Ex mates want her back. Other Alphas want this woman.. But will she accept any of them? Or will she stay independent forever?...
After two years of marriage, Sadie was finally pregnant. Filled with hope and joy, she was blindsided when Noah asked for a divorce. During a failed attempt on her life, Sadie found herself lying in a pool of blood, desperately calling Noah to ask him to save her and the baby. But her calls went unanswered. Shattered by his betrayal, she left the country. Time passed, and Sadie was about to be wed for a second time. Noah appeared in a frenzy and fell to his knees. "How dare you marry someone else after bearing my child?"
After hiding her true identity throughout her three-year marriage to Colton, Allison had committed wholeheartedly, only to find herself neglected and pushed toward divorce. Disheartened, she set out to rediscover her true self-a talented perfumer, the mastermind of a famous intelligence agency, and the heir to a secret hacker network. Realizing his mistakes, Colton expressed his regret. "I know I messed up. Please, give me another chance." Yet, Kellan, a once-disabled tycoon, stood up from his wheelchair, took Allison's hand, and scoffed dismissively, "You think she'll take you back? Dream on."
Kara Martin was known as Miss Perfect. She was a beauty with good personality and successful career. Unfortunately, her life changed at one night. She was accused of adultery, losing her job, and abandoned by her fiance. The arrogant man who slept with her did not want to take responsibility. He even threatened to kill her if they met again. What's worse, Kara was pregnant with twins and she chose to give birth to them. Four and a half years later, Kara returned to work at a large company. As the secretary, she would frequently face their notorious CEO. Kara thought it wouldn't be a problem, but as it turned out ... the CEO was the father of the twins!
On her wedding day, Khloe’s sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didn’t commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrik’s cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.
After two years of marriage, Kristian dropped a bombshell. "She's back. Let's get divorced. Name your price." Freya didn't argue. She just smiled and made her demands. "I want your most expensive supercar." "Okay." "The villa on the outskirts." "Sure." "And half of the billions we made together." Kristian froze. "Come again?" He thought she was ordinary—but Freya was the genius behind their fortune. And now that she'd gone, he'd do anything to win her back.