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Nate Nicholson, the handsome and dashing CEO of Nicholson company, is feeling very empty and heartbroken until he meets Brianne Vaughn, the new janitor at his company, he feels very much in love with her because Brianne is very similar to his late fiancée, Elora, it has been a long time since Elora died, but he is still in love with her and Brianne really reminds him of Elora in an entirely different form. Nate decides to marry Brianne and is willing to do anything for her, until his mother, Winona, finds out about their relationship and tries to ruin their relationship because she has set Nate up with Elaine West, a wealthy heiress to marry her son. But Nate still tries to maintain his love for Brianne despite the many obstacles in their relationship. Because Nate is truly obsessed with Brianne.
It was a typical day at the Nicholson Office, with employees working diligently at their desks.
Brianne, a new employee in the cleaning service, came out of the elevator wearing a blue uniform, pushing a stroller filled with various cleaning supplies.
With a friendly smile, she walked towards the reception area, greeting receptionists along the way.
"Hi, you must be the new janitor?"
"Yes, I am. I'm Brianne. Nice to meet you."
As they made small talk, Nate Nicholson, CEO of Nicholson Offices, watched from his office doorway. His gaze lingered on Brianne for a moment before he returned to his office, closing the door behind him.
That evening, after most of the employees had gone home, Brianne entered Nate's office to clean. As she emptied the trash can, Nate worked at his desk, unaware of her presence until he looked up and their eyes met briefly.
"Uh, sorry. I didn't see you there... Elora."
"Elora? Oh, I mean... sorry, what's your name again?" he asked, his mind in turmoil as I stared at the unfamiliar face.
"I-this is Brianne, sir," she said softly, confusion evident in her voice.
Her brows furrowed slightly, a small crease forming between them, like...
"Sorry about that." She forced a laugh. "Long days and all..."
Her eyes dropped, focusing on the papers on my desk, as if trying to find solace in them.
"It's okay. It happens to me all the time. So, uh... did you need anything?"
"Oh! Yes, I just came to empty the trash can, Mr. Nicholson." She moved quickly to the wastebasket beside his desk.
As she bent down to pick up the bag, the scent of her shampoo wafted towards him, carrying a hint of vanilla and lavender, reminiscent of Elora's perfume.
"Is everything alright, sir? You look a bit pale..."
"Yes, I'm fine. Just a little tired." His hand reached out to rub his forehead, hoping Elora would believe his reasoning.
"If you're sure." There was hesitation in his voice, but he let it slide. "Well, if you'll excuse me, I have to finish the rest of this floor."
"Alright, you can continue your work, you don't have to worry about me."
As she turned to leave, the silver pendant around her neck caught the light, partially opening to reveal two photographs inside.
He caught a glimpse of a young girl and an old woman, both strangers to him, but the necklace itself looked familiar.
"Mr. Nicholson?" she called, already halfway out the door. "Do you need anything else tonight?"
"No, that's all. Thank you... Brianne." His voice sounded distant even to himself, lost in the past once more.
With a slow nod, she left, closing the door behind her. The soft click of the lock brought her back to the present.
His eyes stared at the calendar on his desk, the date circled in red tomorrow marking three years since Elora died.
"Was it really that long ago? It feels like just yesterday, I still can't get over it."
A sigh escapes his lips as he rubs his tired face, feeling the weight of fatigue and memories weighing on him.
Outside, darkness enveloped the city, the night growing late, another attempt to drown the sorrow in paperwork. However, for the first time in a long time, his mind wasn't only on Elora.
There was someone else who was now stirring up his feelings, who would be better off buried.
"Brianne, it's you, you look so much like the missing piece of me." He talks to himself.
"Damn it." He whispered harshly into the void, dropping his head into his arms.
Just then, a flash of lightning illuminated the dark sky outside the window. Thunder boomed a few seconds later, making him flinch.
"Mr. Nicholson!"
Her panicked voice split the room.
He turned to see her standing in the doorway, a look of fear on her face.
"I-I'm so sorry. I forgot to put my phone charger on earlier and... I saw your light on." She hugged herself, shifting uncomfortably.
"What are you still doing here this late?"
"Just trying to get some work done." She sighed, rubbing her tired eyes. "What about you?"
"Like I said, I forgot," a loud thundering voice interrupted, making her jump. "Maybe I should wait out this storm somewhere?
Even across the dimly lit room, she saw goosebumps rise on her bare arms. Her air conditioner must be working harder than usual.
"Uh, of course. If you want, it's fine. I'm used to working late at night. But you can stay if you don't feel comfortable walking home alone."
"Are you sure? I can't force..."
But she didn't make a move to leave either, her eyes staring nervously at him.
Suddenly, the overhead lights blink twice before turning off completely, leaving your office pitch black except for the occasional light from the storm.
"Give me a minute. I think there's a flashlight in one of these drawers." He said as he patted his desk.
Before he could find it, a bright flash of light illuminated his office. In that brief light, he saw her taking cautious steps towards his desk, her eyes fixed on him.
"Perhaps we could wait together until the storm passes?"
"Sure, Brianne."
He pulled her close under the guise of comfort, letting his hand remain on her waist as the thunder rumbled.
"Mr. Nicholson," whatever protest she might have uttered was on her lips as he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her towards his chest.
The warmth emanating from her body was comforting against the chill in the air. As he held her, he became acutely aware of every curve of her body, every breath she took.
When the next flash of lightning struck, illuminating her surprised expression, he found himself wanting nothing more than to capture that brief moment forever.
Without much thought, he cupped her cheek gently in his palm, his thumb brushing her lower lip. Her breath was ragged, but she did not pull away. Instead, she leaned into his touch a little tighter.
The only sound to be heard was the heavy raindrops on the window, he stood transfixed in a fragile instant, torn between the ghosts of his past and the temptation of the warm, living woman in his arms.
Yet, when the next thunder rumbled outside, he found himself powerless against the urge to pull her even closer, to protect her, to give her comfort.
"It's okay," he murmured against her temple, the smell of wet cloth and perfume intoxicating. "I'm holding you."
Natalia Russell, a young woman who was ready to marry the man of her dreams, Dave, but finds out that he is cheating on her with her sister, Abby. Devastated and heartbroken, Natalia decides to drown her sorrows at an elite nightclub, where she meets a mysterious and handsome stranger named Jeremy Nicholas. Natalia ends up having a one-night stand with Jeremy, only to later discover that he is a powerful and wealthy businessman. Trying to move on with her life, Natalia discovers that she is pregnant with Jeremy's child. Feeling trapped and suffocated in her relationship with Jeremy, Natalia tries to escape several times, but is always stopped by him. Finally, Jeremy kidnaps Natalia and takes her to his mansion, where she is forced to stay against her will. Will Natalia be able to escape Jeremy's control and build a life of her own, or will she be trapped forever in a relationship she did not choose? Can Jeremy and Natalia overcome the obstacles of their past and find happiness together, or will their love be doomed from the start?
Serena has always believed that her mate exists somewhere, and she longs to find him. When the Moon Goddess pairs her with the Alpha of her pack, a ruthless and selfless werewolf named Ezra, Serena is shocked. Ezra, who prefers the company of his ex-fiancée, Marissa, is initially uninterested in Serena, but when she arrives at his pack, he is forced to face his destiny. But Ezra's wolf yearns for Serena, and his mating bond with her grows stronger every day. He can't deny his attraction. As the full moon approaches, Serena learns the devastating truth that Ezra plans to reject her as his mate, leaving her to struggle with feelings of rejection and worthlessness. Heartbroken, Serena must decide whether to stay and face her heartache head-on, or return home and leave the pain behind. But Ezra realizes his mistake, he needs Serena, and he tries to win her back. His struggle with his own feelings and the pull of their mate bond lead him to confront Serena and confess his love for her. Worst of all, he can't deny that he's become truly obsessed with her.
Cameron Braxton has it all, wealth, success, and a reputation for ruthlessness in business. But there's one thing he doesn't have, a wife. It is his mother's dying wish that he marry. And Rebecca Kinsley, a young woman with a troubled past. She was abandoned by her parents and forced into foster care. Cameron sees something in her that he can't ignore, something that makes him want to possess her. He offers her a deal, if she marries him, he'll give her the life she's always dreamed of. Rebecca agrees to Cameron's terms, hoping to escape her miserable life. But she soon realizes she's trapped in a loveless marriage to a man who seems incapable of feeling. She tries to make the best of it, but Cameron's coldness is suffocating. Devastated, she flees her mansion and begins to build a new life without him. Years later, Cameron realizes his mistake. He wants Rebecca back, but she refuses. She's moved on and now lives with a new man, her biological father. Cameron knows he must win her back, but how can he prove his love when he's been denied it for so long?
Winona is on vacation with her boyfriend, ready to accept a proposal, but he betrays her by proposing to her best friend. Heartbroken, she finds herself at the altar with a complete stranger. But to her surprise, the stranger was none other than the new CEO of her workplace. Now she must figure out if his presence at work and in her life is a coincidence or a master plan. Is their love real? Or just plain deception?
Seraphina's life was turned upside down when her pack was attacked. She was just 18, a naive Omega who only wanted to be loved and cherished by her mate. But she didn't get that chance. Her parents were slaughtered before her eyes, and then she was captured by the attacking pack's Alpha, Lucian. One day she learned that Lucian had a twin brother, Orion. He was his identical twin, but unlike Lucian, Orion seemed to sympathize with her. She could see it in the way he looked at her. There was a conflict in him. But Seraphina didn't know if Orion could save her. If he could, she would fall in love with him. She would give herself completely to him. But Lucian became more and more possessive of her. He had a secret he had kept from her for far too long. The truth would set her free, but it would also put a target on her back. The men would stop at nothing to claim her.
“You need a bride, I need a groom. Why don’t we get married?” Both abandoned at the altar, Elyse decided to tie the knot with the disabled stranger from the venue next door. Pitying his state, she vowed to spoil him once they were married. Little did she know that he was actually a powerful tycoon. Jayden thought Elyse only married him for his money, and planned to divorce her when she was no longer of use to him. But after becoming her husband, he was faced with a new dilemma. “She keeps asking for a divorce, but I don’t want that! What should I do?”
Charlee was left at the altar and became a laughingstock. She tried to keep her head high, but ultimately lost it when she received a sex tape of her fiance and her half-sister. Devastated, she ended up spending a wild night with a hot stranger. It was supposed to be one-time thing, but he kept popping up, helping her with projects and revenge, all while flirting with her constantly. Charlee soon realized that it was nice having him around, until her ex suddenly appeared at her door, begging for another chance. Her tycoon lover asked, “Who will you choose? Think carefully before you answer.”
After three years of loveless marriage, Kira was slapped with divorce papers. She has shown him her unrequited love throughout her entire marriage with him, but he decided to turn blind eyes all because of his lover. Distraught and heartbroken, Kira choose to sign the divorce papers with bitter heart. But then and there, she promised herself that when she's back, he will come crawling to her, but she will make him pay for hurting her. Join Kira as she transform to a wealthy heiress and soared as the CEO of a multi-billion-dollar empire, a remarkable healer and make her ex-husband pay!
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. What’s worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldn’t thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesn’t seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that he’s different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?
She thought he was the villain. He was only trying to save his soul. Rena lives in a world of sunshine, sweets, and simple dreams. Until one reckless decision drops her into a dark realm of secrets, curses and werewolves. Kidnapped, heartbroken. She doesn't know who to trust anymore especially not Logan, the arrogant, cruel Alpha who's keeping her as a hostage. Until she discovers his dark secret. He's been hearing her thoughts all along. Now the walls between them are crumbling. And when feelings grow where hatred once lived, a curse demands that blood becomes a love that demands sacrifice. But how can she give her heart to the one who might need it to die?
Trigger warning!!! Intended for mature readers who enjoy morally complex, slow-burn, poseesive, forbidden, dark romance that pushes boundaries. ***EXCERPT*** Blood everywhere. Trembling hands. "No!" My eyes blurred. His lifeless eyes stared back at me, his blood pooling at my feet. The man I loved-dead. Killed by the one person I could never escape - my stepbrother. *** Kasmine's life was never hers to begin with. Kester, her stepbrother, controlled and monitored her every move. At first, it was all sweet and brotherly until it began to turn into an obsession. Kester was the Alpha, and his word was law. No close friends. No boyfriends. No freedom. The only consolation Kasmine had was her twenty-first birthday, which was supposed to change everything. She dreamt of finding her mate, escaping the sickening control of Kester, and finally claiming her own life. But fate had other plans for her. On the night of her birthday, not only was she disappointed that she wasn't mated to the love of her life, but she found out that her mate was none other than him - Her tormentor. Her stepbrother. She'd rather die than be mated to a man whom she had known as her big brother all her life. A man who would do just anything to make sure she was his. But when love turns to obsession, and obsession turns to blood, how far can one girl run before she realizes there is nowhere else to run to?