In the dark streets of Naples, Tony "The Tiger" Romano, a feared mobster, has a daring plan: to marry the seductive Isabella, heiress to a colossal fortune. For him, this marriage represents a chance to reclaim an inheritance that could solidify his criminal empire. However, as the preparations and meetings progress, Tony discovers that Isabella is not only beautiful, but also intelligent and full of life. His initial schemes collide with his true feelings as he finds himself torn between his all-consuming ambition and the sincere love he feels for her. In a world where loyalty is tested and secrets threaten to come to light, Tony must choose between heart and power.
The Tiger and the prey.
"In the soft twinkle of the crystal chandeliers, "The Tiger and the Prey" is revealed in a ballet of shadows and lights, where each look conceals a secret, and each smile hides a design."
That evening, in the sumptuous drawing room of a private mansion in the centre of Naples, the atmosphere was charged with a tension barely concealed under the veneer of celebration. Tony, an imposing figure with icy blue eyes, paced the room, hidden behind a mask of studied nonchalance. He scanned the crowd, every movement, every laugh, with the attention of a predator on the lookout for its prey. His keen senses captured the slightest murmur, the slightest burst of overly sincere laughter. Then, suddenly, his gaze stopped on her.
Isabella, dressed in a crimson satin dress, was the embodiment of grace and determination. She was surrounded by advisors, influential members of high society, but nothing masked the quiet strength that emanated from her. Tony felt his heart, usually so hard, tighten under the impact of an unexpected feeling. He murmured to himself, between the shadow and the light, "Here is my prey, the most intriguing of all..." As he walked towards her, he thought about how to approach her, how to play his game without arousing her suspicions.
"Isabella, you're lighting up this evening," Tony said in a smooth voice, bowing slightly to her. His carefully chosen words echoed in the admiring silence that surrounded him. Isabella, surprised but amused, sketched a delicate smile. "Tony, always finding compliments, aren't you?" she replied with a hint of mischief in her voice. Their eyes met, and in this simple exchange, a dangerous game of seduction took hold, where the masks barely fell, revealing the intentions hidden behind each word.
As the evening wore on, Tony not only flattered Isabella; he also observed with almost surgical attention the entourage that surrounded him. He noticed the feigned nervousness of some advisors, the greed in the eyes of some dignitaries, and above all, the undisguised admiration of those who had already seen him act in the shadows of power. He knew that to interfere in her life, he first had to understand the dynamics of this closed circle. In a corner of the room, away from prying eyes, Tony exchanged a few words with a long-time accomplice. "Look carefully," he whispered, "she is more than an heiress, she is a woman who holds her destiny in her hands." His accomplice nodded, while keeping an enigmatic smile, aware that power games were often played at the cost of emotion.
Isabella, for her part, was not fooled by Tony's maneuvers. She had sensed, from the first moment, that behind this seductive mask hid an ambition much more complex than the simple conquest of a heart. In a moment of confidence to one of her close friends, she confided, in a hushed tone: "There is something fascinating about him, an intensity that seems to hide a world of secrets. But I am not here to be a simple conquest, Tony. I know how to play this game too well." These words, spoken in a low voice in a private corridor, revealed her determination not to let herself be manipulated by appearances.
The party was in full swing, and the guests were carried away by the intoxicating music and the bursts of crystalline laughter. Tony, always on the lookout for the perfect opportunity, approached Isabella again, this time in the relative calm of a private garden illuminated by lanterns. "Isabella," he said, leaning slightly towards her, "in this world where everything seems to be decided by a glance, do you know what I'm really looking for?" His tone was both mysterious and penetrating, charged with emotion. Isabella looked him straight in the eye, intrigued. "Tell me, Tony," she replied in a soft voice, "what you're looking for is perhaps more than power or money, isn't it?" A silence fell, heavy with innuendo and broken promises.
Tony smiled, both charming and eerie. "Maybe," he finally answered, his eyes shining with a sincere light, "maybe what I seek is the truth behind these facades, the beauty in the shadow of deception." The words, loaded with meaning, resonated with her like an invitation to explore an unknown universe. Yet even in this moment of apparent vulnerability, Isabella kept her guard up, ready to reveal her sharp and fearless mind. "The truth, Tony, is often much more complex than we imagine," she said with a slight smile, her eyes defying all guessing.
As the night wore on, their exchanges grew deeper and more intense. Tony, a skilled manipulator, felt that he could not only seduce Isabella but also influence those around him through the force of his personality. He would engage in seemingly innocuous conversations with influential figures, whispering confidences that hinted at a world of opportunity and danger. "You know," he would tell a respected businessman, "in this world, you have to know who you're serving in order not to be served." His words, though disguised as wise advice, were in reality strategies to weaken the bonds of trust of those around him.
Between two glasses of fine wine, in a knowing whisper, he also exchanged a few words with Isabella. "Your presence lights up this darkness," he told her, staring at her with an intensity that left her almost speechless. Isabella, moved in spite of herself, replied with a hint of irony: "And you, Tony, bring a spark that threatens to burn everything in its path." These lines, full of wit and tension, gradually wove a fragile thread between their souls, a bond that grew stronger as the evening revealed its mysteries.
As the party got into full swing, Tony would momentarily retreat to a discreet corner to watch Isabella interact with her guests. He noticed how, despite her undeniable charm, she always maintained a posture of control, as if every smile and gesture were carefully calculated. "She'll never be tamed without a fight," he thought, a glimmer of respect mixed with his desire to conquer her. In the tumult of conversation, he took note of alliances and rivalries, of exchanged smiles and furtive glances that betrayed hidden ambitions.
Then, in a moment of rare intimacy, as the music softened in the background, Tony and Isabella found themselves alone on a balcony overlooking the glittering rooftops of the city. The silence was punctuated by the whisper of the wind and the pounding of their hearts, each aware that the game had only just begun. "There's something irresistible about you, Isabella," Tony confessed, his low voice filled with emotion. "It's like you're the key to a secret I never dared hope to discover." Isabella looked at him intently, her face illuminated by the dim light of the lanterns. "And you, Tony, are a mystery shrouded in darkness," she replied, "but remember, even the fiercest of tigers can feel vulnerable to prey that refuses to be captured."
Their exchanges were punctuated by silences heavy with innuendo, exchanged glances and discreet gestures that spoke volumes about their respective intentions. Tony, master of his emotions, promised himself to conquer Isabella not only by the power of his charm, but also by gradually revealing the complexity of his universe. He knew perfectly well that behind the mask of ambition hid an unsuspected depth, a man torn between his aspirations for power and the emergence of a sincere feeling. Isabella, for her part, realized that each word from Tony was an invitation to explore a dangerous and captivating territory, where passion and manipulation were intimately mixed.
The evening continued like this, punctuated by passionate dialogues and moments of silence that seemed to suspend time. As the guests began to withdraw, giving way to an almost unreal quietude, Tony and Isabella found themselves face to face, alone in the flickering light of a last chandelier. In this suspended moment, Tony silently concluded his first meeting with Isabella by murmuring, "Tonight, I laid the first stone of a path that will take us much further than this simple meeting." And in Isabella's gaze, between defiance and growing curiosity, could be read the certainty that she had perceived, from that moment, the deep and complex interest that Tony had for her.
In a world dominated by money, Clara, an ambitious young woman, falls under the spell of Alexander, a seductive alpha who promises her a life of luxury. But once married, she discovers that he is a possessive manipulator, keeping her prisoner in an opulent palace. Isolated and watched, Clara realizes she has lost her freedom and engages in a daring fight to escape this stifling existence. By forming secret alliances with other oppressed women, she discovers an inner strength she never knew existed. In an explosive confrontation with Alexander, Clara must choose between the illusory love of a powerful man and her unwavering quest to regain her independence.
Maximilian "The Titan" Moretti is the respected billionaire at the head of the Moretti empire, a company known for its power and influence in the business world. At a lavish gala evening celebrating the year's achievements, Maximilian meets Sofia Blackwood, a young woman newly inducted into the exclusive business circle, but whose origins remain a mystery. Maximilian, famous for being a fiercely hardened bachelor, hides a secret that no one dares to guess: he has sworn never to get attached to anyone to protect his heart from a devastating betrayal in the past. Intrigued by Sofia and her quiet determination, he proposes an unexpected pact: a purely physical relationship, without emotions or commitments. In exchange, Maximilian promises to watch over her and offer her the security she has never known in the cutthroat world of business. Sofia, hesitant at first, reluctantly agrees, thinking she can keep her feelings at bay. But can anyone really resist the magnetic pull of a Titan? As their affair blossoms in the luxurious suites of five-star hotels and glamorous parties where money and power reign supreme, dark forces begin to manifest. A former rival of Maximilian's, hungry for revenge and intent on destroying his empire, discovers their secret relationship. Armed with compromising information about Sofia, he threatens to reveal everything to ruin Maximilian's reputation. Meanwhile, Sofia discovers she has a hidden talent for negotiation that could upset the balance of power in the business world. As danger draws near and secrets begin to come to light, Maximilian must confront his own demons while protecting Sofia. Their forbidden relationship could be the key to overthrowing his rival or the cause of his downfall. Who will crack first? In this dance between power and passion, is the heart strong enough to triumph over all-consuming ambitions?
Aria, a young human girl with a broken destiny, is forced to marry Kael, a feared and domineering Alpha, to replace her runaway sister. But this is no simple arranged marriage-it is a pact of domination, an oath imposed by the ancestral law of the wolves. Kael, Supreme Alpha of the Shadowclan, tolerates neither weakness nor disobedience. At first revolted by her condition, Aria tries to rebel, but each challenge she throws at Kael only fuels his desire to bend her to his will. Between merciless punishments and power plays, an electric tension builds between them, transforming each confrontation into a dangerous dance between submission and passion. But in the shadows, a much more menacing force lurks. Kael's old enemies resurface, and Aria discovers that she is more than just an offering: she is the key to a forgotten prophecy, one that could either destroy the Alpha or make him invincible. In a spiral of intrigue, betrayal, and unspoken desires, Aria must choose between total submission... or becoming the Alpha herself.
To save her pack from famine and war, Elyara is sold by her father to the most feared Alpha in the territory: Ravenn, the Lord of Ash. Feared and respected, Ravenn does not take a wife out of love, but out of duty. To him, Elyara is just an offering, one more piece in his kingdom of ice and blood. Torn between her father's betrayal and fear of her future, Elyara swears never to submit. But Ravenn is a ruthless Alpha, a king among beasts, and he has never tolerated disobedience. In an isolated castle, surrounded by wolves who do not all want her well, Elyara discovers a world much darker and crueler than she had imagined. Yet, beneath the tyrant's armor, she glimpses flaws... and a burning desire that consumes her as much as it terrifies her. Over the moons, fear turns into fascination, hatred into passion. But can you love a monster without becoming its own? When an old enemy resurfaces, Elyara will have to choose: flee and regain her freedom... or embrace her destiny alongside the Alpha.
Lena, a 23-year-old woman, finds herself married to a much older man, Henri, in circumstances beyond her control. Despite the luxury and privileges she obtains, Henri, cold and distant, seems incapable of offering the love and attention she seeks. Little by little, Lena loses the affection she had for him, feeling more and more alone in this marriage. The situation becomes complicated when Léna falls in love with Maxime, Henri's son, a charming and ambitious young man. Maxime, although married and engaged in another relationship, also lets himself be drawn into this dangerous game of forbidden passion. They find themselves caught in a whirlwind of desires and lies, fighting against their contradictory feelings. Their impossible love story, filled with sacrifices, leads them towards a fatal outcome where love and betrayal mix forever.
Nyx Draven is the daughter of the Alpha of the Blood Twilight Pack, a feared and untamable clan. But Nyx refuses to be a simple obedient heiress. She defies tradition, despises arranged marriages, and prefers clandestine fights to royal balls. However, when she reaches the age of eighteen, the law requires her to choose a mate. She selects one... but three years later, he betrays and abandons her. Now a single mother, Nyx is summoned to the Royal Ball of Destinies, where she will discover the identity of her true destined mate. Dante Vörhees is the newly crowned king of the werewolf kingdom, a ruthless Alpha marked by an ancient curse. He must find his queen before the next blood moon, or see his throne reduced to ashes. When he discovers that his destined mate is Nyx, an untamable rebel with a tumultuous past, he refuses to believe it. She is everything he doesn't want... and everything he needs. But an unforgivable mistake threatens to shatter their bond before it can blossom. Betrayals, pack wars, and conspiracies stand between them. Can the rebel Alpha and the cursed king love each other without destroying the kingdom?
Aria never wanted to marry Kael, the arrogant playboy her father forced her to accept as her fiancé. But Kael had his own twisted motives-he only wanted her because she was the one girl who refused him. When Aria rejected his demand to sleep with him a week before their wedding, Kael tried to take what he wanted by force. His drunken pursuit ended in tragedy when he was struck by a car, leaving Aria caught in the crossfire of blame. Zander, Kael's elder brother and the soon-to-be Alpha King, believed Aria was responsible for his brother's death-and promiscuous to boot. To prevent war between their packs, Zander agreed to marry her, but only for revenge. His plan? Ruin Aria's life for a year, then cast her aside and divorce her. But Zander's scheme begins to unravel when his ex-best friend Asher returns, determined to take Aria for himself. As secrets from the past resurface, Zander discovers betrayal, lies, and truths he never wanted to face. Was Aria truly guilty, or was she just another pawn in a deadly game of power and revenge? Asher laugh and say, "You're a fool; she never wanted to come. I told her you were with Lyra, so she came. And now I've achieved my goal: I ruined your marriage." Zander feel foolish, asking, "But why? I never did anything to you! You were my best friend. I should have killed you when you slept with my ex fiancée, Lyra!" Asher respond, "You knew I loved her, but you stole Lyra from me. She was my true mate, but she refused to marry me because you were soon to be the Alpha King! She never loved you. She loved me but wanted to be the queen of werewolves; that's all." Zander would realize how foolish he was. Yet, he still believed Aria wasn't innocent because she slept with his deceased brother before the wedding.
"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!
Kallie, a mute who had been ignored by her husband for five years since their wedding, also suffered the loss of her pregnancy due to her cruel mother-in-law. After the divorce, she learned that her ex-husband had quickly gotten engaged to the woman he truly loved. Holding her slightly rounded belly, she realized that he had never really cared for her. Determined, she left him behind, treating him as a stranger. Yet, after she left, he scoured the globe in search of her. When their paths crossed once more, Kallie had already found new happiness. For the first time, he pleaded humbly, "Please don't leave me..." But Kallie's response was firm and dismissive, cutting through any lingering ties. "Get lost!"
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.
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
Yelena discovered that she wasn't her parents' biological child. After seeing through their ploy to trade her as a pawn in a business deal, she was sent away to her barren birthplace. There, she stumbled upon her true origins—a lineage of historic opulence. Her real family showered her with love and adoration. In the face of her so-called sister's envy, Yelena conquered every adversity and took her revenge, all while showcasing her talents. She soon caught the attention of the city's most eligible bachelor. He cornered Yelena and pinned her against the wall. “It's time to reveal your true identity, darling.”