tempted by deception

Alaric Royale, a ruthless and cunning CEO, believes Elona Carter, the woman he once loved, deceived him. Consumed by anger and a thirst for revenge, he sets out to destroy her. But fate has other plans. Alaric's world is turned upside down when he's left fighting for his life after a tragic accident. The woman he despised, Elona, becomes his unlikely savior, using her exceptional knowledge of acupuncture and herbal remedies to bring him back from the brink of death. As Alaric awakens from his coma, he's met with a shocking revelation: the woman he trusted, Harley, had drugged him, leading to his near-fatal accident. The truth about Elona's innocence and his own culpability hits him hard. Desperate to make amends, Alaric pleads for Elona's forgiveness: "Elona, please... forgive me. I was blind, deceived by Harley's lies. I swear to make it right, to give you and our children the life they deserve. I want to marry you, to give you the status and respect you've always deserved." But Elona's response is icy: "Mr. Royale, don't read much into it. It's a doctor's duty to save patients. Now that you are healed, I will disappear from Emerald Hill as per your initial command." Alaric's heart feels like it's being squeezed in a vice as Elona throws his own ruthless words back at him. He's forced to confront the consequences of his past actions and the depth of Elona's pain. Will Alaric be able to overcome his past mistakes and prove himself worthy of a second chance, or will his regrets forever define him?

When my best friend Katie fell for a bratva underboss Ivan, I swore I would never get involved with such dangerous men. But one day, I realized my contracted husband Albert, who supposedly married me for a green card, turned out to be Ivan's Bratva boss...

“How did this happen, Micheal?!” I screamed as I jolted up under the duvet that I was hoping that it wasn’t what I was thinking “Don't look so surprised baby, it's me. Your one and only ex-boyfriend” *** ***** ***** **** **** **** *** Flora found herself naked unexpectedly on the same bed with her ex boyfriend, Micheal, few days before her wedding!!!. When she confessed to her fiancé, Stanley, he forgave her reluctantly, but the past comes back to haunt them when Micheal claims to be the father of Flora’s baby girl Is Micheal telling lies? Or could he be telling the truth? As the truth unfolds revealing that the baby girl belongs to neither Stanley nor Micheal. Who is the father of the child?

Shattered by a devastating heartbreak and the near loss of a loved one, Jennifer Andrea makes a desperate choice—signing a contract marriage with a faceless stranger. But what seems like an escape soon becomes a deadly trap when she discovers her new husband’s chilling link to the man who destroyed her. Caught in a ruthless game of power and deception, she’s left questioning—was she chosen as the prize, or is she just another pawn in a dangerous scheme?

Aethelfrith is a half blooded vampire and the crown prince of the Vampire realm. Aethelfrith is asked to come back home by his father to marry his Betrothed Crimson but what will happen when Aethelfrith has already entered a love forbidden by his Realm with a lady called Tyramon. why is Tyramon and Aethelfrith love forbidden? How will Aethelfrith manage his Triangle? will Aethelfrith fulfill his desire and Love for Tyramon? or will he fulfill his duties and marry his Betrothed Crimson? what will Aethelfrith decision bring to the realm? so much love, betrayal, deception, anger and might I add Revenge all in one Realm.

Esmeralda, a woman recently freed from the shackles of a controlling marriage, finds herself in the throes of a new, thrilling, and dangerous world. Betrayed by her high school sweetheart turned domineering husband, she seeks solace and freedom in the vibrant nightlife of the city. During a night out with her best friend, she encounters a creep, only to be rescued by the enigmatic and powerful Jaxson. A billionaire CEO by day and the ruler of the city’s underground by night, Jaxson is a man of many secrets. Drawn to Esmeralda, he takes her to his place, knowing he shouldn’t, but unable to resist the pull. Their connection leads to a passionate night that Esmeralda will never forget. She leaves before dawn, carrying with her the memory of their encounter. A few months later, she discovers she's carrying more than a memory. Determined to provide for her unborn child, she secures a job as a receptionist at Cascade Enterprises, only to discover that Jaxson is the CEO. She can't turn away the job, but she can hide the pregnancy as much as possible. As Esmeralda navigates her new job, her hidden pregnancy, and her growing feelings for Jaxson, she must also grapple with the reality of Jaxson’s dual life. Amidst the chaos, love blossoms, but the secret of her twins looms large, threatening to upend everything.

Do the secrets lie in the shadows when the moon is full?" Akira, a fierce and wrongly imprisoned werewolf returns home from jail to find her sister in bed with her husband, Kaid. The betrayal fuels a firestorm of rage and Akira accidentally kills Kaid. Now she's on the run from the authorities and Kaid's pack. Vincent, Kaid's brother jumps into the picture, he offers Akira a helping hand. But is his aid a lifeline or a trap? With a bigger threat by the corner, Akira must navigate through the dark pack dynamics and the secrets that resurface around Kaid's death. Can Akira outrun her destiny, or will the ghosts of her past define her future?

With a shift, I let my dress slip from my shoulders and fall to the floor, revealing the lingerie beneath. Nathan's eyes darkened, as closing the small distance between us, his lips claimed mine in a possessive kiss. His tongue tangled with mine, both hungry and tender. Then, slowly, oh so tantalizingly slowly, he backed me toward the bed, his kisses travelling down my neck, across my collarbone, before they moved lower still… ~~~ FBI Agent Brianna Hart had always wanted Nathan Pierce, her stepbrother, and for several years they had been lovers, but circumstances forced them apart. When Brianna returns to her former job within the FBI, she finds Nathan married. When he once again becomes her team leader, Brianna tries to maintain a professional relationship with Nathan. But after a tragic accident takes the life of Nathan’s wife and unborn child, Nathan seeks solace within Brianna’s arms. Old feelings flare to life between them, and both struggle with the undeniable sexual attraction between them. Brianna's heart is torn over her love and need for the newly widowed Nathan, while he grapples with the loss of his family and his re-awakened feelings for a woman he never quite let go of.

“What are you doing?” Chad hissed, his tone low and sharp “Playing the part,” Jasmine whispered back, patting his chest as if calming a restless dog. “Relax, Mr. Blackstone. You hired me for this, remember?” Jasmine turned her attention to Ava, her smile turning just a shade sharper. “Hi, I’m Jasmine. Chad’s fiancée.” *** Chad Blackstone is a self-made billionaire with a cold demeanor, his heart frozen after a devastating betrayal by the one woman he trusted—Ava Reeds. When Ava unexpectedly reappears, determined to rekindle their relationship, Chad devises a bold plan to show her he’s moved on and that's where she comes in—Jasmine Withers. A fiery, no-nonsense woman who’s nothing like the superficial socialites Chad is used to. What begins as a calculated business arrangement quickly spirals into a whirlwind of scandal, rivalry, and unexpected passion. In a game of love, revenge, and redemption, who will come out on top—and who will end up heartbroken?

“Either you make me forget, Lucas. Or I'll find someone who will." For a moment, he doesn't move, and I think he's going to push me away. But then, something shifts in his eyes and he closes the distance between us, his lips capturing mine in a heated kiss. Amelia's life takes a drastic turn when her boyfriend of two years, Ethan, who she discovers is also her mate, rejects her just days before his coronation—a coronation she meticulously helped organize. In an attempt to escape her painful reality, Amelia's best friend takes her out to celebrate her birthday. But fate intervenes when Amelia sees Ethan with another girl. Heartbroken and frustrated, she turns to liquor to numb her pain. In her intoxicated state, Amelia encounters Lucas, Ethan's cousin and the heir to the throne. They share a passionate night, and Lucas, both mysterious and cunning, proposes a contract marriage to make Ethan jealous and secure his position as Crown Prince. Amelia finds herself torn between two powerful men: her ex-boyfriend, whom she thought was her soulmate, and the Crown Prince, who challenges her in ways she never expected. As the contract marriage begins to feel more real, the tension escalates. Both Lucas and Amelia struggle with their deepening feelings, navigating a complex web of love, power, and betrayal.