Novels by Khadijah Bunza

Jasmine, the healer, and Margaret descended the stairs—Margaret's once-wounded body now smooth and unscarred. Not a single mark remained; the only trace of her injuries lingered in the exhaustion in her eyes.Dominic stood as they entered the living room. "Thank you," he said, nodding toward the healer. She offered a small smile and a respectful bow before quietly exiting the house.Elena emerged from the kitchen and immediately reached for Margaret, inspecting her with gentle concern. She took her hands in hers. "How are you feeling?"Margaret's lips curved into a soft smile. "Good as new."Jasmine let out a chuckle. "Though… the sheets and mattress? Completely shredded. She had to bite down on something to keep from screaming."Elena waved a hand dismissively. "Don’t worry, those can be replaced. What matters is that you’re okay." She glanced between them. "Now, stay and have dinner with us."Jasmine grinned. "Wouldn’t say no to that.""Great! Come help me in the kitchen," Elena sai

Dominic stepped aside as Jasmine and Margaret entered. Margaret's hands were slick with blood, her claws out, deep gashes running along her arms. Jasmine wrapped her in an oversized cloak, holding her steady, her face a mix of exhaustion and quiet fury.Dominic's gaze darkened. "What happened?"Elena's breath caught as she rushed forward, eyes wide with shock. "Maggie! What happened?" Her voice trembled as she grabbed her bag from the sofa. "I'll call the healer." She reached for her phone inside the bag and disappeared into the kitchen, the scent of her cooking lingering in the air."Jake did this to her. Again," Jasmine replied.Dominic's eyes flicked to Margaret, whose shoulders slumped in defeat. His voice hardened. "Meg, I'm done listening to your excuses. This time, I'm not letting you brush it off. He's done this too many times. He gets drunk, fights with his wife, and takes it out on you. And with his violent outbursts? One day, he's going to lose control and attack a human. I

"You called for me?" Regina purred, stepping closer. Her perfume curled around him like smoke, jasmine laced with something darker, something that lingered in the air between them.Dominic’s gaze stayed cold, unreadable. "Who are you? Do you know me from somewhere?" His voice was sharp, edged with suspicion.Regina let a slow smile spread across her lips. "I thought you called me because you wanted me to make your day worthwhile. Just you and me," she purred. "Behind the bar. No distractions."His jaw tightened, but his expression didn’t waver. "I'm being serious, Regina. Do you know me?"She trailed a finger down his arm, feather-light. "No," she whispered, her voice low and teasing. "But I'd love to." She leaned in, her breath warming his ear, lips ghosting over the shell—a deliberate tease. "I could get to know you very well."Dominic’s grip on her wrist was sudden and firm as he pushed her back with controlled force. His red eyes darkened, flashing with danger, claws sliding from

Dominic stood in front of the wooden door of an old apartment and knocked. A moment later, it creaked open, revealing an elderly yet fit man—strong despite his age—standing in the doorway. His sharp eyes studied Dominic with a knowing intensity."Hello, godfather," Dominic greeted."Come in," Matthew said, stepping aside to let him in. As Dominic walked inside, Matthew added, "I knew you were coming. Have a seat."Dominic settled onto the worn leather sofa in the dimly lit living room. Shadows danced along the walls from the nearby fireplace."What do you think is going to happen?" he asked, his jaw tight with unease.Matthew sat across from him. "I can’t tell you exactly what’s coming. But I can tell you this—it’s about you and Elena.""Elena and me? Is something wrong? Why can’t you tell me more?"Matthew exhaled slowly as if the years had suddenly caught up to him. His gaze drifted, lost in memories only he could see."All I can say is—it’s happening soon. Someone from your past is

The next morning, the pack lounged in their favorite spot on the university's open grass field, bathed in golden sunlight. Laughter echoed through the air as Jasmine continued her story."I'm telling you, Nico," she said, grinning. "The guys got themselves a stripper last night."Dominic chuckled. "So, you all had a great time, huh?" He arched a brow at Cameron. "And you—aren’t you supposed to have a girlfriend?"Cameron smirked, leaning back on his hands. "Regina and I aren’t exclusive," he said casually. "Besides, she appreciated the stripper too."Everyone burst into laughter.Elena, curled up next to Dominic, playfully traced a finger along his jawline. "Honey, I’ll be your personal stripper once we get home," she teased, pressing a kiss to his lips.Dominic grinned against her mouth. "I’d love that," he murmured, pulling her closer.Elena broke the kiss and turned to her friends, her smile fading slightly. "You guys don’t actually believe what Regina said, right? About me passing

Elena slipped into her nightdress, the silky fabric gliding over her skin as she climbed into bed beside Dominic. She curled into him beneath the covers, but sleep felt far away. Her mind was restless, tangled in the echo of Regina’s words."I can’t believe Regina said that," she murmured, staring at the ceiling. "What if it’s true? What if my mother is using me to get information? If she’s working with a sorcerer, she could see through my eyes... hear everything I hear."Dominic turned to face her, his fingers gently tracing the curve of her cheek. His crimson eyes met her golden ones. "Listen to me, darling," he said softly. "Don’t let Regina’s words get in your head. She was just trying to stir trouble.""But if she, a nobody, can think it, others might too," Elena said. "I don’t want to put you or the pack in danger.""Elena," Dominic said, his voice firm but tender, "when I look into your eyes, even when you simply smile, I know, deep in my soul, that you’re mine. You’re my mate.

Marissa stood before the tall, ornate mirror, her reflection bathed in the soft glow of the dressing room lights. The wedding gown she wore enveloped her in a cascade of ivory silk and lace, a vision of bridal elegance she had once only dared to imagine. In her wildest dreams, she never envisioned herself as a bride, let alone a mother of two, preparing to wed the love of her life, Efrain Guerra. Stella, looking stunning as the maid of honor, gazed at Marissa with admiration. "Do you remember when I told you that one day you'd find an extraordinary man and walk down the aisle in a breathtaking gown, just like this?" she reminisced. Marissa's eyes flickered with uncertainty as she surveyed her reflection. "Do you believe it will all work out? That I can truly find happiness?" she confided. "Stop doubting yourself, Marissa," Stella admonished gently. A gentle knock resonated through the door, prompting Stella to invite the visitor inside. Juan entered the room, exuding confide

The sudden disappearance of their newborn baby sent shockwaves through the room, leaving everyone stunned and panicked. Efrain's heart pounded in his chest as he struggled to comprehend what was happening."What do you mean, someone took him?" Efrain demanded. Marissa's eyes widened in horror as she clutched the sheets tightly. "Who would take our baby?" she whispered, her voice trembling with disbelief.The nurse's hands shook as she tried to explain. "I don't know... I left the baby in the nursery for just a moment, and when I returned, he was gone. I've already alerted security, but..."Efrain's mind raced with a million thoughts, his instincts kicking into overdrive as he tried to process the situation. "We need to find him, now."Marcus stepped forward, his expression grave. "I'll get the security footage. We'll find whoever did this."Marissa clung to Efrain, her eyes brimming with tears. "Please, find our baby." Efrain held her close, his heart breaking at the thought of thei

The sudden disappearance of their newborn baby sent shockwaves through the room, leaving everyone stunned and panicked. Efrain's heart pounded in his chest as he struggled to comprehend what was happening."What do you mean, someone took him?" Efrain demanded. Marissa's eyes widened in horror as she clutched the sheets tightly. "Who would take our baby?" she whispered, her voice trembling with disbelief.The nurse's hands shook as she tried to explain. "I don't know... I left the baby in the nursery for just a moment, and when I returned, he was gone. I've already alerted security, but..."Efrain's mind raced with a million thoughts, his instincts kicking into overdrive as he tried to process the situation. "We need to find him, now."Marcus stepped forward, his expression grave. "I'll get the security footage. We'll find whoever did this."Marissa clung to Efrain, her eyes brimming with tears. "Please, find our baby." Efrain held her close, his heart breaking at the thought of thei

A year had passed, and now the Guerra's and Valiente's stood anxiously outside the delivery room."I'm going in," Efrain declared to Juan, his anxiety evident in his tone. "If no one tells me how Marissa is, I'll find out myself."A doctor emerged from the delivery room."Doctor, has the baby arrived?" Efrain inquired, his voice shaky with anticipation."Not yet," the doctor replied."Is Marissa okay?" Efrain's words stumbled out.All eyes were fixed on the doctor, awaiting the news."Yes, she specifically asked for you," the doctor confirmed, "She wants you in the delivery room.""Is my daughter okay? I need to be there if there's any complication," Rosairo expressed her concern, with Valentina offering comfort by holding her arm."She's doing fine," the doctor reassured them, then turned to Efrain. "Let's go.""Let's go," Efrain urged."She'll be alright," Valentina reassured Rosairo, casting a supportive glance at Juan, who returned her smile.Marissa was in the labor room, surroun

"Will you hurry, please... we're going to be late," Valentina urged impatiently.Efrain descended the stairs with his luggage in tow. "Will you just relax? It's still afternoon," he replied, attempting to placate her.Ignoring his response, Valentina marched out of the house and settled into the back seat of the car. Efrain loaded his luggage into the trunk before joining her in the back seat, and the driver started the car, pulling away from the house.As they were driving, their path was suddenly blocked by a line of cars. "What's going on?" Valentina exclaimed, peering out of the window in confusion.Efrain stepped out of the car to investigate, only to find Stella, Ignacio, Paula, Danna, and Carlos waiting for them. "What's going on?" he asked, puzzled by the unexpected gathering.Marissa approached him with a serenade band and began to serenade him, her voice filled with emotion.Marissa came closer to Efrain, who looked surprised to see her, tears streaming down her cheeks. "Efr

Valentina entered Efrain's room quietly, observing him as he slept. She couldn't help but notice how much he had changed. Never in her wildest dreams did she imagine her brother would fall in love after all these years. Before returning to town, Valentina will ensure that both Efrain and Marissa realized how deeply they couldn't live without each other. They belonged together, and she was determined to make them see that.Valentina released the drapes, letting the morning sunlight gently fall on Efrain's face. Efrain rubbed his eyes as the sunlight poured in through the open drapes. "Damn it," he muttered, then noticed Valentina standing before him. "Why did you have to wake me up like this?"Valentina settled herself on the edge of the bed. "Listen, I came to take you back to town to stay with me for a few days, away from here. And you won't say no to me because... because you can't.""Vale, I won't say no to you because I can't keep living like this, with everyone seeing me this wa