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Disillusioned about love, Derek Miller has no intention of getting married or starting a serious relationship. All he ever wanted was a one-night fling until he got into a dangerous trap with a mysterious girl. Lily, a girl running from her dark past and away from the clutches of a dangerous man gets into an arranged contract marriage with a man who curses more than a sailor for the sake of protection. Taking his surname for disguise, she tried to live a quiet life because falling in love was not supposed to be part of the deal. When these two are brought together to live under the same roof, anything is bound to happen. They’re fire and silk, water and ice, exact opposites but what happens when the opposite attracts. Will Derek be able to save Lily when the past comes knocking? Will Lily be able to save Derek from the nightmares of his past? Will they be able to move on and forgive everything that made them who they are? Read to find out more about their beautiful yet imperfect journey.

He found the idea of having a wife distasteful and repulsive, but why does his heart beat faster every time he sees HER? ********** Catherine Jones is a gorgeous and successful journalist, slowly mending her broken heart after a devastating betrayal from her long-term boyfriend and envious stepsister. Her miserable life takes an unexpected turn when she gets a marriage proposal from the most powerful king in the world, who sees her potential. Shawn Ivan Larson, the sinfully handsome billionaire King of Australia, was under immense pressure to find a suitable bride to assist with royal duties. ‘The people need a Queen.’ Unfortunately, his personality was as icy, cold, and ruthless as the Arctic sea, sending chills down the spines of those who dared to cross his path. What’s worse? A past betrayal from his first love made him harbor a deep-seated hatred toward the opposite gender. How can he cope with having a wife?

Rosalie Truscott's dreams of marrying for love are shattered when circumstances force her into an arranged marriage with Adrien Vasanten, the son of the country's wealthiest man. Resolute not to fall for a man she knows can never be truly hers, Rosalie's plans take an unexpected turn when she finds herself in love with Adrien, who despises her for separating him from her stepsister, the love of his life. Determined to conceal her true feelings, Rosalie faces heartbreak when Adrien serves her divorce papers. Vanishing from his life with a carefully guarded secret, she unexpectedly crosses paths with him again, and her concealed truth comes to light. Forced to confront buried emotions, Rosalie discovers Adrien seeks a fresh start. As they navigate this unexpected twist, Rosalie grapples with the question of whether to succumb to her feelings or if this marks the end of the road for both of them.

"Take off your clothes," he ordered in his cool, baritone voice.My robe slid off my shoulders and I stood in front of him naked and ashamed.But when his wet lips worked their way down my neck, I found myself trembling in fear and desire.***I was 20 years old, a maid.I was given to the bloodthirsty Alpha, the cold and cruel demon that all had feared.Knowing my love for him was hopeless, I made a contract with him: he would take down my enemy in exchange for my life.On the day I got my revenge, I was ready to die, until I found out...***“Amber, do NOT run away from me again," he commanded as he took a step forward."Don't come any closer," I held a dagger up to my throat with one hand, and covered my abdomen with the other, my voice calm. “Or you will never meet your child.”Hybrid Alpha's Contract Bride is created by Reina Bellevue, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

It is supposed to be just a normal day for Rissa Williams, but she starts it will give a bomb drop on her head. She is getting married. After being imprisoned for the offence her step sister committed she had to bail herself by marrying the cold billionaire son and a jerk. Will she agree to marry a man she has not met before? Find out more in this thrilling story.

Nancy Marlon, a 24-year-old woman was forced by her father to marry Charles Alejandro. The president's son. Not wanting the marriage, Nancy flee but she was captured. Charles had seen Nancy's photo and he wouldn't let her go. He disguised himself as a poor man to win her back, and she got pregnant by him. Find out.

Finding a mate is a blessing that one gets when the Moon Goddess blesses them with a soulmate. It is said that finding a mate has become a myth now because only a handful of wolves have found their mate. Hence, a new custom was made where Alpha males purchased a bride for themselves and that includes the King, however, a King could only purchase an Alpha female as his bride. Violet is the daughter of the Alpha of the Dark Moon Pack, being a part of one of the strongest pack's she has always trained to be a warrior. Although she has to deal with the over-protectiveness of her father and brother because they are always worried she would land in trouble. She lost her mother at the age of 5 and her fierce attitude does nothing to ease the worry of her father and brother. She lives her life like a free bird who doesn't want to get trapped by anyone, she wanted to live her life peacefully and find her true mate. Vincent is a strong Alpha King who rules his people in peace, he had taken over the responsibilities of a King at the age of 13. He is tall, strong, and handsome, his aura carries an air of dominance and strength that would make anyone bow to him. He needs to find himself a bride. No, he has to purchase his bride, an Alpha female to be precise because he is already 21 and hasn't found his mate. Will Violet be able to fight against the unwanted custom and find her happily everafter? Follow their journey to find out.

Book #1 Love and Chaos Series "Take off your clothes, I want to see the body I'd be living with for the rest of my life," he commands, moving to the other side of the room where the red armchair was. She hesitate and that displeased him greatly, the low growl that left his mouth testified to the fact. "Do you need some kind of motivation? Because you're not going to get it. Take your clothes off!" *** Mia Asika had wanted only one thing for the longest time, enlightenment and the freedom to travel the world in search of it. Mia's dreams however ended the day Ariel, her beautiful and fair older sister who was betrothed to the alpha king, died the night before her marriage and she became the last resort. Hated at sight, the alpha king moved to make her union to him that of misery. Can Mia's will for survival withstand the alpha king's cold and unloving nature? The series in order Book #1 The Alpha King's Ugly Bride Book #2 His Forbidden Mate Book #3 The Alpha King's Runaway Bride Book #4 The Alpha King's Last Wish

Nineteen year old Wyoming Wilson was a down-on-her luck actress who had mistakenly thought that she was finally being given a shot to stardom when she received a call slip for an audition in a church wedding scene. She showed up and did the major role of the bride, only to learn later that it was an actual wedding - her wedding! She wanted to run and flee but her groom was fast. He was quick to remind her, "You have been paid already. " Anxiously, Wyoming looked at her groom with pleading eyes, "I- I could return the money." She offered but her heart sank when the groom whispered. "If you can pay me triple the amount I paid you."

“There’s something else, and I’m curious to know what it is.” His face inched closer to my neck, and he inhaled deeply. My grip on my purse tightened, my heart pounding against my chest as I fought the urge to whimper and curl into his chest. ‘He doesn’t know. He couldn’t possibly know. There’s no way.’ I repeated in my mind. “There’s something about you that entrances me, but I can’t quite put my finger on it.” “If this is an attempt to coax me into accepting your proposal, you’re wasting your time. I will not marry you.” ~ ‘Alphas are heartless and egoistic creatures. They view us, omegas, as mere playthings for their twisted desires. You must never, under any circumstances, associate yourself with an alpha. It’s better to be dead than to cross paths with one.’ Those words were Arielle’s guiding principle in a ruthless world where Alphas dominated, Betas served, and Omegas—despite their intimate connection with the Alphas—were treated as nothing more than objects of desire. But when Alpha Raphael materializes out of thin air and offers her a substantial sum of money to be his contractual bride, Arielle is torn between holding onto her beliefs and sacrificing them to save her ailing mother. Arielle is left with no choice but to marry him, and although she is determined to harbor animosity towards her new spouse, there’s something about him that draws her in. However, when demonic creatures hellbent on destruction threaten her new life, will Arielle put her resentment towards Raphael aside and assist him? And what dark secret does her mother keep hidden that ensures the death of all her loved ones with each passing day?