the wager

In remembrance! In remembrance! Lord Nox, the God of War, succumbed to the siege by the Ten Nations and perished in the treacherous Ocean of Death. The battleground witnessed not only the staining of azure waters but also a sea adorned with lifeless forms, as Lord Nox, with unmatched prowess, faced and conquered the formidable lions of the Ten Nations.Contrary to popular belief attributing Lord Nox's demise to the collective might of the Ten Nations, the truth unfolds that the one responsible for extinguishing his life was none other than the woman who held the deepest place in his heart.In the passage of time, Nox Greenshade stood atop the towering peaks, gazing upon the vast expanse below filled with ivory remains. With determination etched on his face, he proclaimed, "The debt owed shall be repaid in blood!"

Twenty-four-year-old Eve meets gorgeous billionaire Grant Carlson at a Hollywood gala. Things get hot beyond belief - until Grant does something unforgivable. Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Especially when she's an internet security expert and former hacker. But Grant has a secret - one that will plunge both him and Eve into even greater passion - and incredible danger.

Aidan, a billionaire and CEO of Empire is known for the title 'Top 5 Hottest Bachelor' for two reasons. His extremely good-looks and for not wanting to get married, at least until he reaches forty but his mother keeps on setting him with unwanted dates, leaving him frustrated. Kenna, Aidan's best friend, is a doctor who has never found the right time for love. She has always been busy with work to an extent that she forgets about her own personal life. Both of them has always been close ever since they were kids, after a single incident that happened, instantly making them inseparable. As they grew older, things began to change yet best friends are forever . . . no matter the circumstances. What happens when Aidan sets up a contract and wants Kenna to be a part of it?

My name is Gabriel Lockwood, I am the sole heir of the Italian mafia in New York. You might know my father. The shark. Raphael Lockwood. He is getting old and soft, so I am taking over. I don’t pretend to be a businessman. I am The Heir and people respect me knowing exactly who I am and what I do. I can say I control most of my surroundings. But no King should rule without a Queen. My father’s reign became a lot more successful when he found his wife and partner in crime. I have been looking for my Queen, but what can I say? I am a player. And I haven’t found the right woman, the woman that will make me realise I only need her in my bed, and in my life... until now. She is the most enigmatic woman I’ve ever met. Even her name... She’s not afraid of me. And she dares to talk back. Intriguing. Does she even know who I am? If she doesn’t I will show her soon. Once I get her in my bed. This is Book three of The Shark Mafia boss. You don’t have to read the previous two to understand this book but it would give you a better perspective on the characters lives. This book contains violence and sexual content. Read at your own risk.

Sylvain Wilde had been searching for his mate from the moment he shifted. All he wanted was to find his other half and live his happily ever after. Except, he didn't realize that his mate would be of a completely different species from him and that she would be an enemy he'd be willing to give his life for! _____________________________________________ Book 5 of the Mate Series! You have to read Books 1 - 4 to understand this one! Books listed inside!

Priya is a very sweet and beautiful girl. She has had a crush on Rahul for the last 5 years. Rahul is the son of her father's best friend. One day Rahul's parents come to Priya's place to invite all of them for Rahul's wedding. He was getting married to his girlfriend. Priya heart gets shattered in thousands of pieces. She had never even looked at any other man. But she couldn't blame him for all this as he was not even aware of her feelings. She decided to go to his wedding. They go there to attend the wedding but get to know that the bride ran away. Rahul's dad gets a panic attack. The wedding had to happen as they all were rich and famous and almost the whole city was invited. Priya's dad comes out with a solution and asks Priya if she could marry Rahul instead? He doesn't force her, he just asked her, if she was not the love with anyone else and she was ok with it. Priya gives her affirmation and they get married to each other. And over a course of time they fall for each other.

"You can't hide forever. Sooner or later you're going to have to face what you feel for us.” We were standing so close I could feel his breath on my face and my heart raced at his words. "I don't feel anything for you!” I snapped angrily, pulling my wrist from his grasp. "Give in to us, Mallory. The longer you resist, the harder it will be for you when the inevitable happens. And we are inevitable.” I shivered at his closeness and my argument died on my lips. Mallory Edwards was just an Omega, something the Black Moon Alpha triplets reminded her of everyday, never missing a chance to taunt or torment her. At sixteen, Mallory leaves the pack broken and full of self-doubt. But when she returns two years later, a beautiful and accomplished young woman, the triplets start to see her in a whole new light. But is it too little, too late? To make matters worse, more secrets are revealed when Mallory shifts for the first time and learns nothing about her life is what she thought it was. Mallory's journey to the truth is a dangerous one and she'll need all the help she can get to survive it. Who will be standing by her side when the dust settles? Or will she be standing at all? Also check out: An Unwanted Fate- Completed A Tangled Fate: Bound By Her Betas- Completed A Cruel Fate: Her Gamma's Regret-Completed The warrior's Wild Wolf-Completed {Follows A Cruel Fate)

Bruce Hudson is getting married to the best trial lawyer in New York. A blue blood from a respectable family, intelligent, a spotless reputation, quiet, and uncomplicated - Catherine Van Dyke is the perfect woman to be his wife. So why can’t he stay away from the troublesome, dramatic, and wild Beverly Balsom? As hard as he tries, he can’t seem to get away from her. As the Hudsons and the Van Dykes make wedding plans, Beverly is making plans of her own. After saving her from a mugger and showing off his capabilities, Beverly found herself enthralled by the man she hates. After realizing that her desire for Bruce is more than physical, she becomes determined to make him hers – now and forever. Come into the crazy world of the Hudson boys. Verbal bashing, sexual innuendos, love of family and friends, and matters of the heart are all on the line in this last installment of the Hudson Brothers Series.

After a tragic accident left Emily Yates without her memories, she fell in love with her savior, Justin Yates, unaware that he was hiding the truth and using her as a stand-in for his first love. For three long years, Emily poured everything into the relationship, hoping he would love her back. But on the day Justin proposed, he held his "one true love" in his arms and left Emily stranded on a foreign street, still expecting her to remain his secret mistress. Emily decided she would no longer be his stand-in. She ripped up the contract, kicked Justin out of her life, and hid her pregnancy before faking her death. When word of her death reached Justin, his world shattered. He fell gravely ill, barely clinging to life. Five years later, they crossed paths again. Emily had risen to fame as a renowned painter and jewelry designer, while Justin had swallowed his pride, now shamelessly chasing after her. “Emily, I know I messed up. Please, don’t leave me,” he begged, desperation in his voice. “Emily, can’t you just look at me, not other men? “Emily, I’ll be your model. Come over tonight and paint me, please? “Emily… Emily… My wife…” Emily’s fury boiled over. “Get lost! Who said I was your wife?” But Justin clung to her, refusing to let go, acting shamelessly. “I don’t care. You promised to marry me before, so that makes you my wife. “I don’t care! I don’t care!” he repeated.

Natalie Williams underwent her first shift at the age of 18. She discovered that her lover Adam Hawkins was not her mate. Natalie's father was a Beta from the Red Blood Pack, and she had trained alongside the heir of the Pack, Adam, since childhood, and they fell in love. When Adam and Natalie got married, he promised never to betray her. Through her own efforts, Natalie became a perfect Luna and managed the wolf pack alongside Adam. However, life beats the movie every time and facing Adam' betrayal , Natalie comes face to face with her own death. But is death really the end? How will Natalie fight back against her enemies 's schemes and Adam's misunderstandings? It is said that what does not kill you, makes you stronger, and a kick in the ass is a step forward. Will she succeed to come back stronger?