Layla Winters never intended to fall for the man behind the power suit and shadowed past. Dominic Ward is intoxicating-dominant, enigmatic, and utterly off-limits. When fate throws them into a contract built on secrets and submission, she discovers a dangerous craving she can't deny. But with every whispered command and every truth revealed, Layla finds herself tangled in more than just desire. There are lies buried deep beneath the luxury, and someone is watching-someone who knows the truth could destroy them both. In a world where passion is a weapon and trust is a luxury, can Layla survive the fire she's fallen into... or will it consume her? Bound by Truth is the first book in a gripping dark romance series where seduction and suspense collide. Perfect for readers who love powerful alpha males, emotional depth, and heroines who discover their strength one secret at a time.
The glass doors whispered shut behind her as Layla stepped into the sleek, high-rise office of Ward Enterprises. Everything screamed power and precision-from the cold marble floors to the towering wall of screens behind the receptionist's desk. She smoothed her skirt and inhaled, nerves bubbling under her polished surface.
"Layla Morgan?" the receptionist called. "Mr. Ward will see you now."
She followed the assistant through a corridor of frosted glass and steel, heart pounding like a war drum. The door to Dominic Ward's office slid open silently.
He stood at the window, tall and sharp in a tailored suit that molded his broad frame. When he turned, she felt the air shift. Dominance radiated from him, not just in posture, but in the way his gaze assessed her-slowly, deliberately.
"Miss Morgan," he said. His voice was smooth but commanding. "I reviewed your application. Impressive... though I usually don't hire assistants without corporate pedigree."
Layla straightened. "And I usually don't take interviews with men who have a reputation for chewing through assistants every three weeks."
His brow lifted in amusement, just slightly. "Touché."
There was a beat of silence. Then he gestured toward the chair across from his.
"I run my company with discipline. Discretion is paramount. My assistant is expected to anticipate needs, handle chaos, and obey strict confidentiality." He leaned forward. "Can you do that?"
"I can do anything if the compensation is worth the trouble," she replied evenly.
A smirk ghosted over his lips. "You're bold. I like that."
He tapped a pen on the desk. "You'll start tomorrow. 8 a.m. sharp. One mistake, and you're out."
Layla rose, her pulse thrumming as their eyes locked again.
"I won't make any."
As she walked out, she could feel his eyes on her. Heat pooled low in her belly.
This wasn't just a job-it was the beginning of something dangerous
They say power is seductive. That once you taste it, you'll do anything to keep it. Layla Monroe had never craved power-only purpose. She thought she knew what that looked like: a stable job, a quiet apartment, control over her own life. But that was before Dominic Langston. Before the man with ice-blue eyes and a broken legacy offered her a choice. Not love. Not promises. Just a contract. A dangerous one. What began in shadows grew roots in truth. Secrets unraveled. Desires flared. And somewhere between dominance and vulnerability, Layla discovered herself-not just the woman she was, but the woman she could be. But every truth comes at a price. And the deeper she fell, the more she realized-Dominic wasn't the only one with demons. Some were born of betrayal. Others of blood. And not all of them would stay buried.
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Life was perfect until she met her boyfriend's big brother. There was a forbidden law in the Night Shade Pack that if the head Alpha rejected his mate, he would be stripped of his position. Sophia's life would get connected with the law. She was an Omega who was dating the head Alpha's younger brother. Bryan Morrison, the head Alpha, was not only a cold-blooded man but also a charming business tycoon. His name was enough to cause other packs to tremble. He was known as a ruthless man. What if, by some twist of destiny, Sophia's path were to intertwine with his?
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"
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?"
After three secretive years of marriage, Eliana never met her enigmatic husband until she was served with divorce papers and learned of his extravagant pursuit of another. She snapped back to reality and secured a divorce. Thereafter, Eliana unveiled her various personas: an esteemed doctor, legendary secret agent, master hacker, celebrated designer, adept race car driver, and distinguished scientist. As her diverse talents became known, her ex-husband was consumed by remorse. Desperately, he pleaded, "Eliana, give me another chance! All my properties, even my life, are yours."
It was supposed to be a marriage of convenience, but Carrie made the mistake of falling in love with Kristopher. When the time came that she needed him the most, her husband was in the company of another woman. Enough was enough. Carrie chose to divorce Kristopher and move on with her life. Only when she left did Kristopher realize how important she was to him. In the face of his ex-wife’s countless admirers, Kristopher offered her 20 million dollars and proposed a new deal. “Let’s get married again.”