one piece big mom arc

"I rather get dragged in the mud with chains by moving horses or be beaten with a club with nails on it than lose my virginity to you," she spat, looking at him with hate in her eyes, hoping her eyes conveyed the degree of contempt she felt when she spat out the words. Anger and disbelief flashed in his eyes. She was going to be the first woman that would ever reject him, and in such a preposterous manner. He stood up and went over to her while she gummed her back to the wall, having no other room to step back. He gripped her chin with his strong palm, forcing her to look at him, his wicked grey eyes bore into her hazel ones. "What if it's your only ticket to freedom?" "As I said, I rather die." He quickly shoved her onto the bed and she scooted away as he moved towards her. "I am Eros Castillo, leader of the El dragon gang, you dare not reject me, nobody rejects me," he said in a low husky voice, his eyes five shades darker, his countenance grim and dangerous.

Friska benar-benar sakit hati setelah Franz, kekasihnya, mencampakkannya begitu saja. Franz memutuskan hubungan sepihak dengan datang bersama perempuan lain ketika ia bertemu Friska. Hubungan mereka yang sudah terjalin bertahun-tahun lamanya kandas begitu saja. Friska tidak terima. Ia marah, kesal, kecewa, terutama sakit hati dengan perlakuan Franz yang meninggalkan dirinya. Berhari-hari ia tidak bisa melupakan, terbelenggu oleh kesedihan. Sampai akhirnya Friska pergi berlibur ke Italia setelah Ayah dan Ibu membujuknya untuk menenangkan diri. Friska yang memiliki kenangan buruk di negeri pizza itu sempat menolak. Namun, demi menghilangkan pikiran tentang Franz akhirnya ia memutuskan pergi ke Italia. Di sana, Friska bertemu dengan seorang pria yang mampu membuat sakit hatinya sirna. Seorang pria yang dengan mudah menyelusup masuk ke dalam hatinya. Sampai suatu hari, Friska harus berhadapan kembali dengan sesuatu yang membuat perasaannya terluka.

Si Madison ay Broken-hearted na gustong takasan ang sakit na dulot ng pagtataksil ni Leo. Kaya nang ayaing mag-unwind ni Jane sa bar, agad siyang pumayag. That night, she made a bold decision—wala na siyang pake. Napatigil siya nang mapansin ang isang sobrang gwapong lalaki sa sulok, chill na chill habang umiinom. Parang magnet na nahila siya papunta rito. Sa lakas ng tama ng alak, walang sabi-sabing hinalikan niya ito sa labi. It was supposed to be just a kiss. Pero nauwi ito sa mas matindi—isang nakakapasong tagpo sa likod ng luxury car ng lalaki. It was reckless, raw, and exactly what Madison needed to forget her pain. That night, she felt alive again—walang iniisip, walang pagsisisi. It was supposed to be just a good memory. Isang gabing mapupunta sa limot. Pero lahat nagbago nang malaman niyang ang lalaking iyon ay si Sebastian Sanford—isang hot, mysterious, at sikat na billionaire. Ngayon, sobrang gulo ng isip ni Madison. Akala niya it was just a simple night—walang strings, walang drama. Pero turns out, it was the start of something way more complicated. And now, parang wala na takas pa para mag-back out.

Ang gusto lang ni Krys sa buhay ay makapagtrabaho nang hindi tinitingnan ang estado niya o ng pamilya niya sa lipunan. She wants to be a simple and normal workaholic girl. Pero sa tuwing nalalaman ng mga kompanya na pinag-aaplayan niya na anak siya ng isang sikat na fashion designer at isang business tycoon ay agad lang nila nitong tinatanggihan o hindi naman kaya ay sasabihin na may nakuha na daw para sa posisyon. She has the qualifications and is suitable for the position she is applying for. Gusto lang niyang magtrabaho para naman may silbi ang tinapos niya, mahirap ba ‘yon? Everything went to its own place nang biglang tumawag ang kaibigan niya at utusan siya na pumunta sa interview nito at magpanggap na ibang tao. Hindi na nagdalawang-isip pa ang dalaga at dali-daling pumayag sa gusto ng kaibigan. But before the day of the interview, she made the biggest mistake, yet unforgettable night she ever had, and yes! Because of the alcohol in her system, she had sex with a total stranger. That stranger turns out to be the boss of the company she will work for. Will she ditch the interview or still go for it? And the most important question is: what will be her life after having that one hot night with her boss?

Two paths crossed on a rainy night at the bar. Lorie was seeking space from an abusive boyfriend when she met Asher, who despite his emotionless eyes and cold aura, dripped with everything sinful. In the heat of the moment, they shared an intimate night, one that was etched into their memories. They parted ways not expecting to see each other again until Lorie was shocked to see Asher arrive at the company she worked as the new CEO who she was to be his secretary. Ten hours working together everyday, the memories of that night haunted them till an unexpected love story was born. But before they could welcome it, they were faced with obstacles in the form of themselves, people they knew and didn't know. Personal trauma, Abuse and manipulation embedded in their past and present tried to pull at their budding love. Amidst the pressure from family, Asher proposed a contract marriage with Lorie which she accepted to save her from a financial crisis. Their marriage brought them closer and at the same time increased their enemies. Will their love be strong enough to face the opposition?

My name is Themis and I am not supposed to be alive. I survived the hunt, saddled with a husband and still I have to waddle my way through so many things to remain alive at the end of the day. The one person I can count on other than myself is my new husband who saved my life from the get go. And my gift of prophecy. Maybe, just maybe, it is also enough to save the Dar Empire too. My name is Themis and this is my story.

Warning: R-18. Not suitable for young readers. Read at your own risk. ________ Kapit sa patalim. Iyan ang ginagawa ng isang mahirap na katulad ko sa oras ng kagipitan. Mahirap. Nakakababa ng digninad. Wala na ngang pinag-aralan pinasok pa ang isang bagay na hindi makatarungan. Ngunit sa ngalan ng pamilya, pagmamahal,at sakripisyo,lahat kaya kong isugal maisalba lang ang buhay ng nanay ko. Pera kapalit ang dangal. Dangal na nawala para makasalba ng isang buhay. Ito ang mahirap para sa gaya kong isang mahirap ngunit wala kang pagpipilian kundi pasokin ito dahil ito lang ang naisip mong madaling paraan. "So, ano ang dahilan mo bakit sumama ka sa akin?" Mapang-akit niyang tanong sa mapusok naming halikan. "Pera," pa-ungol na sagot ko sa sensasyon na nadarama. Dangal laban sa isang buhay na kailangan iligtas. Puri para sa perang inaasam. A one night mistake that changed my life forever that I can't escape.

Macie Smith has been married to Edward Fowler for two years—two years of being his housekeeper, tirelessly devoted, and wholly inferior. Two years was enough to grind away every bit of her love for him. Their marriage ends when his first love returns from abroad. Starting from now, they have nothing to do with each other. They don't owe each other anything. "I'm no longer blinded by love, Edward. Do you think I'd spare you a second glance if you were to stand before me now?" … Edward signs the divorce papers without hesitation. He knows Macie loves him more than life itself—how could she possibly leave him? He waits for her to regret everything—she'll come back in tears, begging for him to take her back. However, he realizes that she seems to be serious this time. She doesn't love him anymore. … Later, the truth is revealed, and the past is unraveled. It turns out Edward has gotten Macie wrong this whole time. He panics, regrets, and begs for her forgiveness. He wants a reconciliation. Macie is so annoyed by his behavior that she sends out a notice asking for a husband. Edward is so jealous that he almost loses his mind. He wants to start again but realizes that he doesn't even meet her minimum requirements.

What happens when a scentless and wolfless omega gets pregnant after a one-night stand with the alpha prince in a Lycan kingdom? In "Moon Haven," Scarlett Lewis discovers her hidden strengths and struggles to assert her independence while navigating the politics of the kingdom. But when tragedy strikes and rebellion threatens the couple, will they be able to overcome the challenges and build a kingdom of peace and inclusivity? Follow Scarlett and Marco's journey in "Moon Haven" as they navigate love, loss, and the responsibilities of parenthood in a world of power and politics.

“These two men have claimed ownership but you are the only one who can tell us who the boy truly belongs to. Who is the father of you son, Luna Vanessa?” I stood inbetween both men who still looked they were about to jump each other and then I took one look at my beautiful son, the one who truly mattered and I pointed to the Alpha standing on the left. “The blood that runs through my son’s veins is his.” ****** Two Alphas. One Luna. And a baby in the mix. It all started with a love so pure and true but ended with a rejection, a scar and a baby which Vanessa swore to keep away from the man who made loving him seem like a crime and wasted three good years of her life. Four years later, she has managed to forget him and live a comfortable life, posing as the Luna for another Alpha. But then, he returns—Declan Thorne—desperate and hell-bent on taking back what belongs to him. However, with a son that calls another man ‘father’, his mother who is now the Luna for another and Alpha who took Vanessa in and falls head over heels for her, Declan Thorne has a long way to go before he can win anyone back—his heir or her heart.