Beneath the Full Moon

Sarah and Joseph first met when they were just two souls trying to make it in a small town, scraping by with barely enough to keep their heads above water. She worked as a waitress at the local diner, and he worked long hours in construction, both of them always worn down but still managing to find smiles in the little things. It wasn't easy, but together, they made it work. Love was something they couldn't afford, but somehow, they found it-deep and rich, even if their bank accounts weren't. Their first date wasn't at a fancy restaurant or an extravagant event. It was at the small, dimly lit park near their apartment, where Joseph spread a blanket on the grass, and they ate takeout pizza, laughing at how they'd never get ahead, yet somehow, they always found joy in each other. There was no need for luxury; their love was enough. They dreamed together, whispered about futures that felt distant but somehow always within reach. Joseph would hold Sarah's hand, and they'd talk about the day they'd buy a house of their own, the day Sarah would no longer have to wait tables. They didn't know when that future would come, but they knew it would, as long as they had each other. Then one day, life started to shift. Joseph was offered a promotion in his construction company-an opportunity that came with a salary large enough to change their lives. Sarah, ever supportive, encouraged him to take it, even though it meant longer hours and more responsibility. And so, with hard work and persistence, they climbed the ladder. Together, they went from struggling to barely making it to finally finding themselves in a place of comfort, with a beautiful home, fancy dinners, and vacations in places they had once only dreamed of. But with the new wealth came challenges they hadn't anticipated. Joseph was rarely home, consumed by the demands of his high-powered position. Sarah, who once waited tables with him as they planned their future together, now found herself lonely in the house they had worked so hard for. The distance that had once been filled with hope and optimism now started to feel like an unspoken tension. The late nights turned into weeks, and the dinners that used to be shared over jokes and simple conversation now felt like empty rituals. They still loved each other-madly, desperately, undeniably-but the weight of success had begun to create cracks in their foundation. One evening, Sarah waited up, staring out of their grand living room window, as the lights of the city twinkled below. Joseph walked in, tired, his suit crumpled from a long day's work. Sarah stood as he approached, her heart aching but still full of love. "I'm sorry, Sarah," he said, his voice low, his exhaustion clear. "I've been so focused on everything else, I forgot about us. I didn't mean for us to drift." She reached for his hand, squeezing it gently. "I didn't expect you to change overnight," she whispered. "But I miss us, Joseph. I miss the way we used to dream together... just the two of us, without everything else weighing us down." He pulled her into his arms, feeling the warmth of her body, the one constant in his life that hadn't changed. "I miss that, too," he said, his voice thick with emotion. "We got here because of us. I don't want to lose what we've always had." And just like that, they knew what they had to do. They began rebuilding. They scheduled regular date nights-simple, no-frills evenings, just like when they first met. Sometimes it was just a walk in the park, sometimes it was sitting in their cozy kitchen, laughing over pizza. The material things in their life didn't matter as much anymore. What mattered was the love they'd started with and the commitment to keep it alive. Even with the challenges that came with their success-long hours, increasing pressure, the expectations of wealth-they never stopped loving each other. They just had to find new ways to make space for the love they shared, not allowing the demands of the world to eclipse the one thing that had made everything possible. Joseph still had his high-paying job, but now he was taking steps to ensure his schedule had balance. Sarah returned to working part-time at a local charity, something she'd always dreamed of doing when the time was right. And together, they learned that love isn't about what you can afford-it's about what you're willing to invest. They'd learned to invest in each other again, putting aside the distractions of wealth and success to remember what truly mattered. In the end, they didn't need to be rich in things-they were already rich in love. And that was more than enough. Sarah and Joseph learned that no matter how much life changed, no matter the challenges or the distance that sometimes grew between them, they were still madly in love with each other-just as they always had been.

Five years ago, Alessia La Rosa's life took a drastic turn when, suffering from memory loss, she wed to Dominic Carter under her grandfather's mysterious arrangement. But their marriage was a facade, bringing her only humiliation and heartache as Dominic showed no love, and she couldn't conceive. Upon discovering Dominic's infidelity, Alessia sought liberation through divorce. Yet, fate had more in store for her. Five years later, spurred by an anonymous email hinting at her lost child's whereabouts, she returns to the city with her twin babies in tow, determined to uncover the truth. As she navigates the tangled web of her past, a surprising twist awaits. Dominic, upon meeting her again, finds himself drawn to the woman she has become, unaware of her true identity as his former wife. Little does he know, the woman he's falling for is not only his ex-wife but also a powerful Doctor and Master Hacker.

Maia grew up a pampered heiress-until the real daughter returned and framed her, sending Maia to prison with help from her fiancé and family. Four years later, free and married to Chris, a notorious outcast, everyone assumed Maia was finished. They soon discovered she was secretly a famed jeweler, elite hacker, celebrity chef, and top game designer. As her former family begged for help, Chris smiled calmly. "Honey, let's go home." Only then did Maia realize her "useless" husband was a legendary tycoon who'd adored her from the start.

Blinded in a crash, Cary was rejected by every socialite—except Evelina, who married him without hesitation. Three years later, he regained his sight and ended their marriage. "We’ve already lost so many years. I won’t let her waste another one on me." Evelina signed the divorce papers without a word. Everyone mocked her fall—until they discovered that the miracle doctor, jewelry mogul, stock genius, top hacker, and the President's true daughter… were all her. When Cary came crawling back, a ruthless tycoon had him kicked out. "She's my wife now. Get lost."

After three loveless years, Neil's betrayal deeply wounded Katelyn. She wasted no time in getting rid of that scoundrel! After the divorce, she devoted herself to career pursuits. Rising to prominence as a top designer, skilled doctor, and brilliant hacker, she became a revered icon. Neil, realizing his grave mistake, tried in vain to win her back, only to witness her magnificent wedding to another. As their vows were broadcast on the world's largest billboard, Vincent slid a ring onto Katelyn's finger and declared, "Katelyn is now my wife, a priceless treasure. Let all who covet her beware!"

"I, Erika Blackwood, stand before you, Alexander Robertson, with a heavy heart. I hereby reject you as my mate. The bond we once shared has grown fragile, and my soul yearns for a different path. May you find solace in the love of another, and may we both find the happiness we seek." Alexander didn't say a word and looked at me. But he refused to accept. *********** Erika Blackwood is the next Alpha in line of the Ironclaw Pack. She hides her identity and gets mated to the Alpha of the Moonforest Pack, Alexander Robertson. Three years passed, but Alexander is still unwilling to let go of his childhood sweetheart. Erika is mistreated and eventually framed by the same childhood sweetheart. Now she leaves with that humiliation, and goes back to her pack, swearing vengeance on those who hurt her. They all waited for her to return and beg, but what happens when they realize that the famous Ironclaw Pack that was going to help in the rogue war, was ruled by a woman named, Erika Blackwood. Now her Ex mates want her back. Other Alphas want this woman.. But will she accept any of them? Or will she stay independent forever?...

On her wedding day, Khloe’s sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didn’t commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrik’s cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.