Lucia has always known the wilderness as her sanctuary, but when the fires of her heat drive her into the Blue Mountain Pack's territory when she goes into heat, she's hunted like never before. Cornered by Aiden and Declan - the fiercely protective twin alphas of the pack - Lucia finds herself tangled in a struggle of dominance, desire, and a desperate need for sanctuary. Fleeing a brutal past and an abusive mate who still haunts her shadows, Lucia has only her spirit and resilience to rely on. Yet under the powerful, watchful eyes of Aiden and Declan, her walls begin to crack. They offer her protection, strength, and an undeniable spark that ignites a passion she can't ignore. But Lucia's freedom is short-lived. Her dangerous ex-mate has found her, intent on reclaiming the prize he believes is his. In a fight to save their mate and secure their bond, the alphas will stop at nothing to destroy the darkness threatening her. Only together, bound by love and loyalty, can they conquer the past and embrace a future as one. In the arms of her chosen mates, Lucia has finally found her forever home-but it will take everything she has to protect it.
Five years ago...
The moonlight spilled through the windows, casting a silvery glow over the abandoned warehouse. Dust motes danced in the shafts of light, lending an ethereal quality to the cavernous space. Lucia's heartbeat thundered in her ears as she stepped forward, her footsteps echoing against the bare concrete walls.
She didn't know why Ryder had asked her to meet him here, in this remote, secluded location. A frisson of unease rippled through her, but she couldn't deny the pull she felt towards him. Their romance had blossomed with a fervent intensity, leaving her breathless and powerless to resist.
Ryder emerged from the shadows, his imposing figure silhouetted against the moonlight. His piercing grey eyes locked onto hers, and she felt a familiar warmth blossom in the pit of her stomach. "You came," he murmured, his voice low and smooth.
"Of course I did." Lucia took a step closer, her body thrumming with anticipation. "What is this place?"
"A sanctuary." Ryder's gaze swept over her, igniting a fire within her that she could barely contain. "A place where we can be...alone." He reached out, his fingers tracing the delicate curve of her jaw.
Lucia shivered at his touch, her pulse quickening. "Ryder, I - "
He silenced her with a searing kiss, his lips claiming hers with a possessive hunger. Lucia melted into his embrace, her arms wrapping around his broad shoulders as she surrendered to the intensity of his passion.
When they finally parted, Lucia's eyes were darkened with desire. "What are you saying, Ryder?" she whispered, her voice trembling slightly.
Ryder's thumb brushed along her lower lip, his expression inscrutable. "I think you know, Lucia." He leaned in, his breath ghosting across her face. "We're meant to be together."
Lucia's breath caught in her throat as the gravity of his words sank in. She was right, he felt it too. Fated mates. The realisation sent a thrill of both excitement and trepidation through her. She had only just turned eighteen, and the idea of bonding with Ryder, of committing herself to him for eternity, was equal parts exhilarating and terrifying.
Yet, as she gazed into his eyes, she knew she was powerless to resist, even if she wanted to. Ryder had claimed her heart, and now he was claiming her soul. Slowly, she nodded, her fingers tangling in the front of his shirt. "Then take me, Ryder," she breathed, her voice thick with surrender. "I'm yours."
The soft glow of candlelight flickered across Lucia's face as she stared up at Ryder, their bodies entwined. His fingers trailed feather-light along the curve of her waist, eliciting a shiver that rippled through her. She pulled him closer, savouring the warmth of his skin and the steady thrum of his heartbeat against her own.
"My Luna," Ryder murmured, his voice thick with reverence as he nuzzled the sensitive spot behind her ear. "My fated mate."
Lucia's eyes fluttered shut, a contented sigh escaping her lips. After their whirlwind relationship, this quiet moment of intimacy was everything she'd ever dreamed of.
His lips trailed down the column of her throat, eliciting a soft gasp as he found the sensitive spot where her neck met her shoulder. Lucia arched into him, her wolf stirring with anticipation. "Ryder..." she breathed, her fingers tangling in his dark hair.
With a rumbling growl, Ryder sank his teeth into the junction of her neck, marking her as his own. Lucia's body convulsed with pleasure, the mating bond forged between them humming with ecstasy. She clutched him tightly, her nails dragging down the muscled planes of his back as she bit into his neck and surrendered herself to the primal dance of their union.
As the last vestiges of the moon's silver light filtered through the window, Lucia and Ryder nestled together, their limbs entwined. Lucia traced the outline of the mating mark on her neck, a smile playing on her lips. This was where she belonged - in the arms of her fated mate, her heart full to bursting with love.
Four years ago...
The moonlight streamed in through the grand windows, casting a silver glow over the ornate hall. Lucia stood stiff and resolute, her piercing blue eyes fixed upon the man who now claimed the mantle of Alpha. Ryder's presence commanded the room, his energy casting an oppressive shadow that made the hairs on the back of her neck stand on end.
"This is how it was always meant to be, my Luna," Ryder purred, his voice a seductive whisper that sent a shiver down Lucia's spine. He stepped closer, the intensity in his gaze unnerving. "You and I, ruling this pack together."
Three years ago...
The moon hung high, its pale light filtering in through the tattered curtains and casting an eerie glow over the shadowy bedroom. Lucia sat stiffly on the edge of the bed, her fingers tightening around the rumpled sheets as she stared at the bathroom door. Ryder had been in there for over an hour, the sound of shattering glass and his muffled curses filtering out to where she waited, a sense of dread coiling in the pit of her stomach.
She knew she should leave, should take this opportunity to escape his volatile temper once and for all. But the thought of his hands on her, the sting of his backhand across her cheek, made her body go rigid with fear. No matter how many times she tried, he always found her, dragging her back and punishing her for her defiance.
The bathroom door flew open, and Lucia flinched, her gaze darting away from Ryder's imposing figure as he stalked towards her. She could smell the whiskey on his breath, feel the weight of his predatory stare as he loomed over her.
"Where do you think you're going, Luna?" he growled, his voice dripping with contempt.
Lucia swallowed hard, forcing herself to meet his gaze. "Nowhere. I-I wasn't going anywhere, Ryder."
His lips curled into a cruel smile, and he gripped her chin, tilting her face up towards his. "That's what I thought." His thumb brushed across her cheekbone, the gesture almost tender if not for the underlying threat. "You know you can't leave me. You're mine, Lucia. Forever."
Lucia's heart hammered in her chest as his grip tightened, her wolf whimpering in submission. She nodded mutely, trying not to break down in tears.
Ryder's gaze darkened with possessiveness, and he pulled her close, his lips crushing against hers in a bruising kiss. Lucia trembled, her own hands lifting to clutch at his shirt, caught in the familiar dance.
Luella Morningstar, daughter of the one, the only Lucifer, left hell to find herself, to find out who she is rather than just living in her dad's shadow. Whilst working as Lucifer's little assassin topside, Luella encounters tall, dark and mysterious - vampire Sebastian. The problem? They're immediately attracted to each other. The bigger problem? They're hunting the same demon. Can they stop the immediate attraction between them from causing problems? The truthful answer - no. They get closer and closer - exploring Luella's world, their bodies, desires and worst fears - together. After all, Hell is built in violence and sex.
Emily's life was on track: a dream wedding just months away, a fiancé she thought she knew inside out. Until the day she walked into Ryan's office and found him with his jeans around his ankles and his assistant bent over the desk. The betrayal shattered her. She threw the ring. Her heart broke. Her future was derailed. Enter Sophia, Emily's fiercely loyal best friend, armed with tequila and a no-nonsense plan to drown out Ryan's audacity in a gritty biker bar. That's where Emily meets Lucas, older, confident, and exactly the distraction she needs. What starts as a one-night stand turns into something deeper than Emily ever anticipated. Lucas is everything Ryan wasn't... thoughtful, passionate, and oh, the amazing, kinky sex doesn't hurt either. But Lucas comes with a past of his own. A lost son he hasn't seen in years. A son whose identity shatters Emily's new world all over again, because Lucas' son turns out to be Ryan. The man who broke her heart. Now Emily faces the ultimate test: Can she love the man who healed her, knowing his blood ties her back to the one who hurt her? Or will this twisted fate tear her second chance at happiness apart? For Emily, the million-pound question is whether love can truly overcome the past.
Ava has always been different, and in a pack where strength is everything, different is dangerous. As a child, her unique abilities made her a target, bullied mercilessly by the Alpha and Beta heirs and the girls who envied her. But Ava's spirit refused to break, and when she finally comes of age, she discovers just how powerful and desirable her difference truly is. In the lead up to her 18th birthday, her life takes an unexpected turn. The very same Alpha and Beta heirs who tormented her are not just drawn to her - they are her fated mates. The four of them are bound to her by a destiny that promises to change their world; whether it's for the better or worse remains to be seen. As old grudges simmer and new dangers arise, Ava and her mates must navigate a treacherous path. Her abilities, once a source of ridicule, become the key to their survival. But the road to love is never easy, especially when it's shared between enemies-turned-lovers. Together, they must face the shadows of their past and the forces that threaten their future. Can Ava truly forgive and embrace the bond that destiny has woven, or will the secrets of her abilities tear them apart forever? In a world where power rules and the past is never far behind, Ava must fight for a love that was written in the stars - or risk losing everything.
After three secretive years of marriage, Eliana never met her enigmatic husband until she was served with divorce papers and learned of his extravagant pursuit of another. She snapped back to reality and secured a divorce. Thereafter, Eliana unveiled her various personas: an esteemed doctor, legendary secret agent, master hacker, celebrated designer, adept race car driver, and distinguished scientist. As her diverse talents became known, her ex-husband was consumed by remorse. Desperately, he pleaded, "Eliana, give me another chance! All my properties, even my life, are yours."
"I, Riccardo Saviano, future Alpha of the Grey Shadow Moon Pack, reject you, Artemisia Guerrieri, Daughter of Alpha Franco of the Blood Moon Pack, as my mate and future Luna." One single sentence. One stupid single sentence was all it took to disintegrate my life. And the day of my birthday, on which this sentence was audaciously uttered to me, I lost the love of my life, my future mate, and my wolf, all at once. As I'm still assembling the pieces of my shattered heart years later, there they come. Like lightning out of a crystal blue sky. My Mates. But wait... If I am mated to triplets, how come I'm about to be mated to 5 gorgeous men? *** TW: explicit and foul language; spicy content; explicit sex scenes ***
As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"
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Sawyer, the world's top arms dealer, stunned everyone by falling for Maren—the worthless girl no one respected. People scoffed. Why chase a useless pretty face? But when powerful elites began gathering around her, jaws dropped. "She's not even married to him yet—already cashing in on his power?" they assumed. Curious eyes dug into Maren's past... only to find she was a scientific genius, a world-renowned medical expert, and heiress to a mafia empire. Later, Sawyer posted online. "My wife treats me like the enemy. Any advice?"
"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"