In the city, where corruption and power reign, a group of determined individuals must navigate the complex web of deceit and uncover the truth. Rose, a brilliant investigative journalist, Max, a skilled hacker, Dr. Lee, a renowned forensic scientist, and Sophia, a charismatic journalist, form an unlikely alliance to take down the corrupt forces that threaten their city. As they dig deeper, they uncover a tangled web of secrets and lies that lead them to the highest echelons of power. With each new revelation, they must confront their own demons and make difficult choices to bring justice to those who have been harmed. Will they be able to expose the truth and bring about change, or will the corrupt forces silence them forever? Dive into this gripping tale of corruption, power, and the unyielding pursuit of justice.
The rain poured down like a relentless curtain, shrouding the city in a gray mist. Rose stood at the edge of her parents' grave, her eyes fixed on the freshly dug earth.
The flowers she had brought lay limp and soggy on the stone, their colors muted by the rain.
She felt numb, as if the world around her had been drained of all color and sound. The only thing that remained was the ache in her chest, a hollow feeling that threatened to consume her.
Rose's mind replayed the events of the past week like a broken record. The police investigation, the funeral, the endless stream of condolences from people she barely knew. It all felt like a blur, a never-ending nightmare from which she couldn't wake up.
As she stood there, the rain seeping into her bones, Rose couldn't help but wonder why. Why had her parents been taken from her? Why had their lives been cut short in such a brutal and senseless way? The questions swirled in her mind like a maelstrom, pulling her down into a dark and desperate place.
Rose felt like she was drowning, unable to find a lifeline to cling to. She took a deep breath, the cool air filling her lungs. She had to keep moving, had to keep searching for answers. Her parents would want her to be strong, to fight for justice.
Rose's eyes scanned the graveyard, taking in the weathered headstones and the solemn faces of the mourners. She felt a sense of disconnection, as if she were observing the scene from outside her body.
As she turned to leave, Rose noticed a figure watching her from across the graveyard. He was tall and imposing, his eyes fixed intently on her.
For a moment, they locked gazes, and Rose felt a shiver run down her spine. Then, the figure turned and disappeared into the crowd.
Rose was left standing alone, the rain pouring down around her like a veil. She took a deep breath and began to walk away from the grave, her heart heavy with grief and her mind racing with questions.
She knew she had a long journey ahead of her, but she was determined to uncover the truth about her parents' murder. As she walked, Rose noticed a piece of paper on the ground.
She picked it up, and her heart skipped a beat as she saw the words scrawled on it: "They're not who you think they are." Rose's eyes scanned the surrounding area, but there was no one in sight. She felt a chill run down her spine as she realized that she was being watched.
She quickened her pace, her heart pounding in her chest. Who was behind the mysterious message? And what did they mean? As she walked, the rain continued to pour down, casting a gloomy shadow over the city.
Rose felt like she was walking into a nightmare, one that she might not wake up from. But she was determined to uncover the truth, no matter what it took. She would follow every lead, every clue, until she found out who was responsible for her parents' murder.
The rain might be washing away the tears from her face, but it couldn't wash away the determination in her heart. Rose was ready to face whatever lay ahead, no matter how daunting it might seem.
#As Rose walked, the rain continued to pour down, casting a gloomy shadow over the city. She felt like she was walking into a nightmare, one that she might not wake up from.
The words on the piece of paper echoed in her mind, "They're not who you think they are." She quickened her pace, her heart pounding in her chest. Who was behind the mysterious message? And what did they mean? Rose's mind was racing with questions, but she had no answers. As she turned a corner, she noticed a figure following her. She couldn't see their face, but she could sense their eyes on her. Rose's skin crawled with unease. She picked up her pace, her feet pounding the pavement.
The figure kept pace with her, always lurking just out of sight. Rose's breath came in short gasps as she realized she was being stalked. Suddenly, the figure stepped out of the shadows. Rose's heart skipped a beat as she saw the stranger's face. It was the same person who had been watching her at the graveyard. "Who are you?"
Rose demanded, trying to keep her voice steady. The stranger smiled, their eyes glinting with amusement. "I'm someone who knows the truth," they said, their voice low and husky. Rose's eyes narrowed. "What truth?" The stranger took a step closer, their eyes locked on hers. "The truth about your parents," they said, their voice dripping with menace.
Rose felt a chill run down her spine. What did this stranger know? And why were they being so cryptic? "I don't know what you're talking about," Rose said, trying to sound calm. The stranger chuckled, a low, menacing sound. "Don't play dumb, Rose," they said, their eyes glinting with amusement.
"I know you're looking for answers. And I can give them to you." Rose's heart was racing now. What did this stranger want from her? And what did they know about her parents? "I'm listening," Rose said, her voice barely above a whisper. The stranger smiled, their eyes gleaming with excitement. "Let's talk," they said, their voice dripping with anticipation.
Umayrah's dream marriage turns into a nightmare when Fareed's true nature is revealed. A mysterious caller threatens to expose his secrets, and Umayrah must choose between her love and her life. As she descends into a world of lies, deceit, and danger, can she find a way to escape the toxic relationship and reclaim her freedom, or will she become forever trapped in a marriage that's destroying her?"
"Ahh!" She was in a moaning mess. She did not want to feel anything for this man. She hated him. His hands began to move all over her body. She gasped when he pulled down the back chain of her dress. The chain stopped at her lower waist, so when he zipped it off, her upper back and waist were exposed. "D-Don't touch m-ummm!" His fingers rolled around her bare back, and she pressed her head against the pillow. His touches were giving her goosebumps all over her body. With a deep angry voice, he whispered in her ear, "I am going to make you forget his touches, kisses, and everything. Every time you touch another man, you will only think of me." - - - Ava Adler was a nerdy omega. People bullied her because they thought she was ugly and unattractive. But Ava secretly loved the bad boy, Ian Dawson. He was the future Alpha of the Mystic Shadow Pack. However, he doesn't give a damn about rules and laws, as he only likes to play around with girls. Ava was unaware of Ian's arrogance until her fate intertwined with his. He neglected her and hurt her deeply. What would happen when Ava turned out to be a beautiful girl who could win over any boy, and Ian looked back and regretted his decisions? What if she had a secret identity that she had yet to discover? What if the tables turned and Ian begged her not to leave him?
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."
"Mr. Evans, please maintain some dignity. Don't forget I'm your brother's wife!" Having caught her husband and best friend together in the bed, Elena wanted nothing more than to exact revenge on the people she once called family. She refused to be a pitiful divorcee and vowed to make everyone who had once looked down on her beg for forgiveness. And to start with her newfound freedom, Elena indulges in a one-night stand with a stranger. However, what was meant to be a fleeting escape turns into a nightmare when she learns that the stranger is none other than her husband's older brother! Would Elena be free from the shackles of her marriage? Or would the mysterious stranger make her life a living hell since he seemed to have a personal vendetta against his family? [The story is 18+ and involves mature content.]
"I've warned you from the beginning. Don't marry him, but you won't listen." Darcy stood close to me and smiled with concern. "You're not a woman worthy of a man as handsome, rich, smart, and virile as Blaze." My whole body trembled at her words. "Have you no shame?" I asked. "Take a good look at yourself, Heather." She stared at me in the mirror. "You can't even glance at your ugly face. Do you think Blaze can endure a lifetime of gazing at that scar?" Heather Bailey got a surprise from her husband: a divorce agreement. After a year of marriage and facing ups and downs, she couldn't believe Blaze intended to divorce her. She was devastated when she saw him gazing lovingly at another woman. After signing the divorce papers, shockwaves caught her up. Her flower shop was burned to the ground. Her father's company collapsed, and her parents blamed her. She struggled to rebuild her life from the ground up and became more successful than ever. Having many customers from influential families, she started her revenge on Blaze. She won the very thing he wanted, but that was just the beginning.
She thought she was the love of his life, and he became the love of her life that fateful day she had seen him at the pack's party. Selene Grace was only a replica of Alpha Leo's real mate, and when he spotted her, Leo immediately claimed her as his Luna in order to suppress the rumors of him being mateless. Being unable to conceive turns Selene's marriage into a nightmare, and as if that wasn't enough, Alpha Leo finally reunites with his long time lover and mate, rejecting a pregnant Selene as a result. 5 years later, Selene, a now successful doctor, receives an invitation to the moon shadow pack in order to rid the pack of a deadly disease which has struck it. Will Selene return back to the pack which had caused her so much pain, and what would she do when she realizes that she is mated to the Alpha who had betrayed her in the past?
Maria took her sister’s place and was engaged to Anthony, a disabled man who had lost his status as the family heir. At first, they were just a nominal couple. However, things changed when things about Maria were gradually exposed. It turned out she was a professional hacker, a mysterious composer, and the sole successor to an international jade sculpting master… The more that was revealed about her, the less Anthony could rest easy. A famous singer, an award-winning actor, an heir of a rich family—so many excellent men were chasing after his fiancee, Maria. What should Anthony do?