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Raven Dark has spent years clawing her way to the top in the cutthroat world of tech, but her ultimate goal has always been revenge. Matt Hank-the arrogant billionaire CEO of Hank Tech Industries-is the man she blames for her family's ruin. Ruthless, charming, and infuriatingly handsome, Matt is everything she despises... and everything she secretly desires. When a high-stakes project forces Raven and Matt to work together for 365 days, their explosive rivalry takes an unexpected turn. Heated boardroom battles give way to smoldering stolen moments, and the line between enemies and lovers blurs dangerously. But as Raven uncovers a shocking truth about her past, her carefully constructed plans begin to unravel. With both their careers and hearts on the line, can Raven and Matt trust each other enough to survive the betrayals threatening to destroy them
Raven Dark stared at her reflection in the towering mirror of her penthouse bedroom. The sharp, tailored black suit clung to her curves like armor, the kind that demanded respect-and, in some cases, fear. Her dark hair was swept back into a sleek ponytail, her crimson lipstick standing out like a battle cry against her porcelain skin. Today wasn't just another day at the office. Today was war.
Her phone buzzed on the nightstand, shattering the tense silence. She didn't have to look at the screen to know it was her assistant, Harper, reminding her of the meeting that had been circling her calendar like a vulture for weeks. She grabbed her phone, swiping the message away with a flick of her thumb.
"Matt Hank," she muttered under her breath, her voice sharp enough to cut glass. The name tasted bitter, like the wine you sip out of obligation at charity events. The man who stood at the pinnacle of her hatred-a billionaire tech mogul who exuded arrogance from every polished pore.
Raven slid her phone into her handbag and glanced at the city skyline outside her floor-to-ceiling windows. New York looked deceptively serene from this height. The chaos of the streets below was muted, but Raven knew better. She thrived on chaos. Thrived on turning it to her advantage.
By the time she entered the towering office building of GenexaTech, her company, her heels echoed against the marble floors like gunshots. The lobby was abuzz with early morning energy, a blend of sharp suits and hurried whispers. Harper was waiting by the elevators, clutching a tablet like it was a shield.
"Good morning, Ms. Dark," Harper greeted, her tone formal but tinged with nervousness.
"Don't say it," Raven snapped, stepping into the elevator as Harper hurried to follow.
"I wasn't going to," Harper lied, her wide eyes betraying her thoughts. "But... for the record, I did read his bio again. Just in case."
"Spare me the flattery. I know exactly who Matt Hank is." Raven pressed the button for the 35th floor, her jaw tightening. "The tech world's golden boy. Innovator. Philanthropist. Genius. And let's not forget-asshole."
Harper coughed awkwardly, clearly debating whether to agree or stay silent. She chose the latter, shifting uncomfortably as the elevator ascended.
By the time they reached the conference room, Raven's mask of icy composure was firmly in place. The doors swung open to reveal a scene she had prepared for but still loathed.
Matt Hank was already seated at the head of the table.
His presence hit her like a punch to the gut. He was taller than she remembered-broad-shouldered, effortlessly poised, with a sharp jawline that seemed carved out of marble. His dark hair was neatly styled, and his piercing blue eyes locked onto her with a spark of amusement that made her skin crawl.
"Ms. Dark," Matt drawled, rising from his chair. His voice was smooth, confident, and laced with just enough mockery to set her teeth on edge. "I see you've decided to grace us with your presence."
Raven's heels clicked against the polished floor as she strode to her seat across from him, her smile cold and calculated. "Mr. Hank. I wasn't aware punctuality was a competition. If I had known, I would have arrived early to watch you gloat."
A low chuckle escaped Matt's lips as he sat back down, his gaze never leaving hers. "I don't gloat, Raven. I just win."
"Debatable," she shot back, her tone saccharine as she opened her laptop.
The tension in the room was palpable as the rest of the team shuffled in, their awkward glances darting between the two combatants. Raven barely noticed. Her focus was entirely on Matt, and she refused to give him the satisfaction of rattling her.
The meeting began, with the project lead launching into a presentation about the partnership between GenexaTech and Hank Industries-a billion-dollar collaboration designed to revolutionize artificial intelligence. Raven clenched her jaw, resisting the urge to roll her eyes. She'd fought tooth and nail against this deal, but the board had overruled her. Now, she was stuck working alongside the man who represented everything she despised.
As the presentation droned on, Matt leaned back in his chair, one arm casually draped over the backrest. His confidence was infuriating, and Raven could feel his gaze burning into her like a spotlight. Finally, he spoke, his voice cutting through the room like a knife.
"Interesting concept," Matt said, his tone dripping with condescension. "But don't you think it's a bit... ambitious? I mean, GenexaTech isn't exactly known for taking risks."
Raven's eyes snapped to his, her smile razor-sharp. "Ambition is what drives innovation, Mr. Hank. Perhaps Hank Industries should try it sometime instead of coasting on inherited success."
A collective intake of breath filled the room, the tension thick enough to slice. Matt's smile didn't falter, but his eyes darkened, a storm brewing behind them.
"Well, Raven," he said, leaning forward slightly. "If you want to talk about inherited success, we could discuss how GenexaTech's founder-oh, wait. My legal team advised me not to bring up family scandals during business meetings."
Her fingers tightened around the edge of the table, her carefully constructed facade threatening to crack. "That's funny, Matt. I didn't realize your lawyers were so concerned about words. Maybe they should focus on your company's tendency to flirt with ethical gray areas."
Before Matt could respond, the project lead cleared his throat loudly, his face pale as he tried to steer the conversation back on track. "Uh, perhaps we should focus on the technical aspects of the proposal?"
Raven forced herself to relax, taking a deep breath as she leaned back in her chair. She wasn't going to let Matt Hank get under her skin. Not today. Not ever.
By the time the meeting ended, her nails had left crescent-shaped marks on her palm. Matt lingered, of course, because he lived to irritate her. As the room cleared out, he sauntered over to her, his hands casually tucked into his pockets.
"You know," he began, his voice low and almost conversational, "you don't have to try so hard to hate me. I'm really not that bad once you get to know me."
Raven's laugh was sharp and humorless as she stood, meeting his gaze head-on. "Let me make one thing clear, Matt. I don't need to get to know you. I already know everything I need to: you're arrogant, selfish, and completely insufferable."
His smirk widened, and for a moment, Raven hated how infuriatingly handsome he looked. "If that's how you feel, it's going to be a long year."
"Oh, don't worry," she shot back, grabbing her laptop and heading for the door. "I plan to make it unbearable-for you."
As she walked away, she could feel his eyes on her, the weight of his smirk lingering in the air like a challenge. It was only the first day, and already, the battle lines had been drawn.
One year. Three hundred and sixty-five days of working with Matt Hank.
Raven couldn't decide whether it was a nightmare-or an opportunity to bring him to his knees.
Tessa Maddox never imagined she'd trade her passion for social work for the cold, ruthless world of corporate finance. But when a scandal forces her to leave everything behind, she takes a job as the personal assistant to Adrian Steele New York's most feared and untouchable billionaire. Adrian is a man who controls everything and trusts no one. He built his empire with ruthless precision, hiding his secret philanthropic work behind an ironclad reputation. Love is a distraction he can't afford until Tessa storms into his life with her fiery defiance and a body that tempts him to break all his rules. Their chemistry is undeniable. Their connection? Forbidden. But when Adrian's vengeful ex-fiancée, Bianca Castello, sets out to destroy him, and Tessa discovers a shocking truth that could cost him everything, she's forced to make an impossible choice protect the man she's falling for or walk away before she loses herself in his world. He claimed her with a single touch. But in a world where power is everything, will love be enough to keep them together?
A prophecy foretold his rise to power. A dark witch vowed to claim him. A seer with untapped magic held the key to his fate. Talon Wildshadow was born to rule an alpha with unmatched strength, haunted by a destiny that could either make him the most powerful werewolf in history or lead to his downfall. Cold, ruthless, and unyielding, he has spent his life resisting fate... until her. Serena Evermore has always been different. Raised among humans, she never understood the visions that haunted her dreams or the strange pull she felt toward the moonlit forest. When she crosses paths with Talon, she sees flashes of a future she cannot escape a love as fierce as it is dangerous, a war between packs, and a dark force that seeks to tear them apart. But they are not the only ones bound by destiny. Helena Darkmoon, a powerful and cunning witch, has spent years plotting to make Talon hers. She will stop at nothing to eliminate Serena and ensure the prophecy unfolds in her favor even if it means using forbidden magic to bind Talon to her forever. As passion ignites and betrayals unfold, Serena and Talon must fight against fate itself. But when a deadly truth is revealed one that could destroy them both will their love be strong enough to rewrite destiny, or will they become pawns in a game designed to break them?
In the shadowed canals of Venice, where power and betrayal go hand in hand, Isabella Frost is forced into a dangerous pact to save her family from ruin. An arranged marriage to the infamous Noah Bennett, the ruthless mafia king, is her only salvation and her greatest curse. Noah is as lethal as he is captivating, a man who holds the city in his iron grip and hides his pain behind a mask of control. To him, Isabella is a pawn in a high stakes game of vengeance and dominance. But the more he tries to keep her at arm's length, the more she unravels the man beneath the monster. As passion ignites between them, secrets long buried rise to the surface. Isabella discovers her family's dark connection to the tragic past that fuels Noah's thirst for revenge, forcing her to choose between loyalty and the dangerous love she can't deny. But in a world ruled by blood and betrayal, love is a double edged sword, and the lines between savior and destroyer blur. When the truth comes to light, will Isabella and Noah survive the ultimate betrayal or will their love burn them both to ashes?
Cassie Monroe never imagined she'd find herself in a high-stakes game of power and money - or that she'd be the one for sale. When her struggling boutique faces bankruptcy, Cassie has no choice but to accept a once-in-a-lifetime offer: a marriage of convenience with Dominic Blackwell, a ruthless billionaire who could save her business with a single signature. The deal is simple: a year-long marriage to help Dominic secure a vital business merger, and in return, financial freedom for Cassie. But there's nothing simple about the magnetic, enigmatic Dominic. Beneath his cool exterior lies a man with secrets as deep as his pockets, and Cassie can't decide if she's his savior or his pawn. As their arrangement blurs the line between business and pleasure, Cassie finds herself falling for the man she's supposed to be pretending to love. Just when she thinks she's seen beyond Dominic's façade, a hidden truth shatters her trust: Dominic orchestrated their entire meeting, knowing more about her past than she could have ever guessed. Was she chosen for this arrangement because of fate, or because of a carefully plotted plan?
When high-powered attorney Bella Castillo crosses paths with ruthless billionaire Damon Westwood at a glittering charity gala, the sparks are instant and undeniable. Bella knows better than to fall for a man like Damon, he's everything she despises: arrogant, entitled, and used to getting whatever he wants. But when a lucrative deal forces them to work together, their steamy chemistry becomes impossible to resist, blurring the lines between business and pleasure. Bella is determined to keep her heart locked away, but Damon is a man with secrets, and one slip could shatter the illusion of his perfect life. As Bella uncovers the cracks in Damon's empire, she faces an impossible choice: expose the truth and risk losing the only man who's ever made her feel this alive, or protect his darkest secret at the cost of everything she's built. In a world where money can buy almost anything, can love survive when the lies come crashing down?
Blurb: The Villainess In a world ruled by moonlight and dominance, Caroline Lockwood was born a noblewoman but became nothing more than a pawn in a ruthless game of power. Trapped as the unwilling lover of Kai Alexander, the alpha who despises her, she endures his cruelty and hatred, her heart broken time and time again. When she finds herself pregnant, she clings to a fragile hope that the child might thaw his icy heart. Instead, her hopes are shattered as Kai beats her until she loses the baby, leaving her with nothing but an unquenchable thirst for revenge. But Caroline is not as weak as she once seemed. Faking her death, she vanishes into the shadowy depths of the forest, emerging as a vengeful specter. She builds her own rogue army, transforming from a submissive victim into a feared predator. Her new mission? To hunt and destroy the very male werewolves who once hunted her. Now, she is the villainess in her own story, and the hunt has begun. As she returns to confront Kai, secrets unravel and truths long buried come to light. The alpha who once hated her might have hidden his true feelings behind a mask of cruelty. But is it too late for love when blood has already been spilled?
For as long as Emily can remember, she has wanted to overcome her shyness and explore her sexuality. Still, everything changes when she receives an invitation to visit one of the town's most prestigious BDSM clubs, DESIRE'S DEN. On the day she chose to peruse the club, she noticed three men, all dressed in suits, standing on the upper level, near the railing. Despite her limited vision, she persisted in fixating on them. Their towering statues belied the toned bodies concealed by their sharply tailored suits-or so she could tell. The hair of two of them was short and dark, and the third had light brown-possibly blond-hair that reached the shoulders. The dark, crimson background incised their figures, exuding an air of mystery and strength. They stood in stark contrast to the unfiltered, primal energy that pulsed through the club. Shocked by the desires these men aroused in her, she was disappointed to learn that they were masters seeking a slave to divide and conquer. She couldn't afford the fee, and she also realized that they were outside her league. Emily hurriedly left the club, feeling disappointed and depressed, unaware that she had also caught the group's attention. A world of wicked pleasure, three handsome men. Over the years, they have lived a life of decadence, their lavish lair serving as a stage for their most sinister desires. But despite the unending parade of willing subjects, one woman sticks out. A mysterious stranger with white porcelain skin and a killer body, a slave, a name with no address, the first lady to attract their eye and they will go to any length to obtain her no matter the consequences.
Rumors claimed that Fernanda, newly back with her family, was nothing more than a violent country bumpkin. Fernanda just flashed a casual, dismissive grin in response. Another rumor suggested that the usually rational Cristian had lost all sense, madly in love with Fernanda. This frustrated her. She could tolerate gossip about herself, but slander against her beloved crossed the line! Gradually, as Fernanda's multiple identities as a celebrated designer, a savvy gamer, an acclaimed painter, and a successful business magnate came to light, everyone realized they were the ones who had been fooled.
"Love is blind!" Lucinda abandoned her beautiful and comfortable life because of a man. She married him and slaved off for him for three long years. One day, the scales finally fell off her eyes. She realized that all her efforts were in vain. Her husband, Nathaniel still treated her like shit. All he cared about was his lover. "Enough is enough! I quit wasting my years with an ungrateful man!" Lucinda's heart was shattered into many pieces, but she summoned up the courage to ask for a divorce. The news caused a stir online! A filthy rich young woman recently got divorced? She was a good catch! Countless CEOs and handsome young men immediately swarmed to her like bees to honey! Nathaniel couldn't take it anymore. He held a press conference and begged with teary eyes, "I love you, Lucinda. I can't live without you. Please come back to me." Would Lucinda give him a second chance? Read to find out!
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?
In the previous life, Maggie Johnson was so cowardly, gullible and stupid that she was coaxed by her fiance and stepsister and then broke her legs and lost everything including her fortune, love and even life. However, she was so lucky that she was reborn in the year before everything happened. Since her life restarted, how could she repeat a previous tragedy? Therefore, in this life, she took the opportunity to improve herself and take revenge on the ones who had ever insulted her. Facing the people who had humiliated her previously, she became smart and experienced to break their frames and tricks that had caused her to hurt in the previous life. Finally, no one could stop her pace to amaze the world any more.
When Zora was sick during the early days of her pregnancy, Ezrah was with his first love, Piper. When Zora got into an accident and called Ezrah, he said he was busy, when in actual fact, he was buying shoes for Piper. Zora lost her baby because of the accident, and throughout her stay at the hospital, Ezrah never showed up. She already knew that he didn't love her, but that was the last straw for the camel's back, and her fragile heart could not take it anymore. When Ezrah arrived home a few days after Zora was discharged from the hospital, he no longer met the woman who always greeted him with a smile and cared for him. Zora stood at the top of the stairs and yelled with a cold expression, "Good news, Ezrah! Our baby died in a car accident. There is nothing between us anymore, so let's get a divorce." The man who claimed not to have any feelings for Zora, being cold and distant towards her, and having asked her for a divorce twice, instantly panicked.