Maya's life has always been a struggle. Growing up in a poor neighborhood, she's learned to rely only on herself. But nothing could have prepared her for the moment she met Richard, the billionaire son of one of the most influential families in the city. Their eyes locked at a charity gala, and Maya felt an instant spark. Despite their vastly different worlds, they couldn't deny the connection between them. But their families would never approve of their relationship. Richard's parents are adamant that their son deserves a partner with a suitable background and social standing - someone who can help maintain their family's legacy and reputation. Maya's family, on the other hand, is shocked and disapproving of Richard's wealth and privilege. They think he's using Maya for her poor but beautiful face and charming personality. As Maya and Richard try to navigate their feelings for each other, they must confront the obstacles of their families' disapproval, social class differences, and their own personal demons. Will they be able to overcome the odds and find true love, or will their families' expectations tear them apart?
The sun peeked through the rickety blinds of my small bedroom, casting cheerful stripes across the walls that seemed to mock my tired eyes. At 22 years old, I was a whirlwind of ambition and responsibility, my life a delicate balancing act of survival and dreams. My mother's soft breathing from the next room reminded me of the stakes. Each day we are faced with a trial that didn't grant us the luxury of taking breaks.
I rolled out of bed, my feet hitting the cold wooden floor with a soft thud. Rubbing the sleep from my eyes, I gazed at the faded poster on my wall. It was a relic from high school, a handwritten collage of hopes and dreams I had created during a particularly optimistic moment a reminder of the Art career that once felt like an attainable future. But those aspirations seemed to drift further away each day, just like the soft echoes of laughter from the town square, where people my age took pursuit of their own futures, unhindered by the weight that pressed down on me.
After a hurried breakfast of toast smeared with the last remnants of peanut butter, I snatched up my worn backpack, crammed with textbooks and the remnants of dreams that kept slipping through my fingers like sand. Searching blindly for my phone, I quickly checked the time. My first job at the local diner beckoned, a place that reverberated with the clatter of dishes and the warmth of shared stories, yet often felt more like a battleground I fought daily.
"Alright, Mom," she whispered, glancing at the closed door of her mother's room, "I'll be back before you wake up." Have a nice day Maya, Mom Replied,
With a soft click, I stepped out, the mild morning air energizing me as I made my way down the cracked sidewalk of our small town. A sense of purpose filled me with each step; I was determined to make things work, no matter how daunting the road ahead looked. As I passed by old brick storefronts with faded paint and hand-painted signs, I reflected on the rhythm of my life, the constant shuffle between waiting tables during breakfast, cleaning houses in the afternoons, and squeezing in my own classes at the community college in the evenings.
My heart ached for a world where I could focus solely on my education, where I could pursue Art and immerse myself in stories that transcended my own. Instead, my dreams had taken a backseat, crowded out by the needs of my mother and my brother.
Despite the relentless challenges that piled up like the dirty dishes at the diner, I possessed a big heart. I found joy in the little things wafting scents of fresh coffee, the laughter of children playing outside, the brief smiles exchanged with regulars at the diner. Each moment reminded me why I pushed myself; it was for my mother and my brother, for the hope of a better tomorrow, and for the flickering candle of my aspirations that refused to be snuffed out completely.
As I entered the diner, the bell above the door jingled, announcing my arrival. The familiar sounds of sizzling bacon and a bubbling coffee machine washed over me like a warm embrace. "Hey, Maya!" called out Sibele, the morning cook, her voice booming over the din of chatter. "You're just in time! I need you to re-fill the ketchup bottles and help with the breakfast rush!"
"Coming right up!" I replied, my heart swelling with a mix of gratitude and determination. I loved Sibele like family, the way a sunbeam cuts through a gloomy room. Each jolt of energy from my coworkers fueled my resolve to keep pushing through, to chase the glimmers of hope hidden in my chaotic reality.
But the shadow of my responsibilities loomed large, an ever-present reminder that each smile I offered wore thin against the backdrop of exhaustion. As the morning unfolded and the diner grew busier, my thoughts drifted between orders and the desire to paint.
But the world rarely waits, and today was just one more intersection of dreams and duty. I found solace in the belief that one day, when the storm settled and my mother and brother are okay, I would step in to painting fully and finally let the world hear my story through my paintings.
For now, I am just Maya a girl on the brink of a dawn too hazy to reveal its promises, yet brimming with hope in the face of unyielding struggle.
Jessica was a girl who grew up with a brother and a single - parent. She always follows the laid down principles of the family and follows her brother's advice. Until now, Paul, the Billionaire son who her brother hates so much because of his womanizing lifestyle and him using his money and influence to get girls including the love of his life. To Jessica she has found true love but to her brother is all about revenge
He told her to call him Daddy. Not because he earned it, but because he fucking owned her. The moment she signed that contract, she stopped being a woman with dignity and became his filthy little plaything. His holes to use. His mess to ruin. He didn't just fuck her, he rewired her. Stripped her clean of boundaries and filled her with sin. Every punishment made her scream. Every game dragged her deeper into his twisted world. And the way he praised her... Good girl. She should've run the first time he said it. But Daddy doesn't let his toys leave. He breaks them until they beg to stay. ** Mia's life changed the night she let a stranger ruin her. One night. She never expected to see him again. Until she walked into her new job... and her boss turned around. Ace.Her one-night sin in a thousand-dollar suit. Only this time, he wasn't asking her to be his assistant. She was to be his wife.
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Life was a bed of roses for Debra, the daughter of Alpha. That was until she had a one-night stand with Caleb. She was sure he was her mate as determined by Moon Goddess. But this hateful man refused to accept her. Weeks passed before Debra discovered that she was pregnant. Her pregnancy brought shame to her and everyone she loved. Not only was she driven out, but her father was also hunted down by usurpers. Fortunately, she survived with the help of the mysterious Thorn Edge Pack. Five years passed and Debra didn't hear anything from Caleb. One day, their paths crossed again. They were both on the same mission—carrying out secret investigations in the dangerous Roz Town for the safety and posterity of their respective packs. Caleb was still cold toward her. But as time went on, he fell head over heels in love with her. He tried to make up for abandoning her, but Debra wasn't having any of it. She was hell-bent on hiding her daughter from him and also making a clean break. What did the future hold for the two as they journeyed in Roz Town? What kind of secrets would they find? Would Caleb win Debra's heart and get to know his lovely daughter? Find out!
Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.
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?"
Lucia Balstone thought she had chosen the right man to spend the rest of her life with, but he was the one who ended her life. Their ten-year marriage seemed like a joke when her husband stabbed her with a dagger. Fortunately, God is never blind to people's tears. Lucia got a second chance. She was reborn at the age of 22, before all the terrible things had happened. This time, she was determined to avenge herself and let those who hurt her pay! She made an elaborate list of her goals, and the first thing on her list was to marry her ex-husband's enemy, Alonso Callen!