Alessandro "Alex" DeMarco, the powerful boss of the DeMarco crime family, becomes obsessed with Sophia Rossi, a beautiful and fearless freelance journalist investigating the city's underworld. As Alex's obsession grows, he begins to lose control, putting himself and those around him in danger. Sophia, unaware of the danger that lurks in the shadows, continues her investigation, drawing closer to the truth. Will Alex's obsession destroy him, or will Sophia be the one to bring him to his knees?
Alessandro "Alex" DeMarco stood at the edge of his office window, gazing out at the city he controlled. The sun had long since set, casting a dark and foreboding shadow over the concrete jungle. The only sound was the distant hum of traffic and the occasional wail of a siren. Alex's eyes narrowed as he watched the people below, going about their lives, oblivious to the world he inhabited. He was a ghost, a shadow, a whispered rumor. Few people knew his face, but everyone knew his name. He turned away from the window, his eyes scanning the dimly lit room.
The walls were lined with books, the shelves stretching all the way to the ceiling. A massive wooden desk dominated the center of the room, a single chair positioned behind it. Alex walked over to the desk, his movements fluid and deliberate. He sat down in the chair, steepling his fingers together as he leaned back. "Alessandro?" a soft voice called out from the intercom. "Yes, Francesca?" Alex replied, his deep voice smooth and even. "You have a visitor," Francesca said. "Marco is here to see you." Alex nodded, even though Francesca couldn't see him. "Send him in." A moment later, the door to Alex's office opened, and Marco walked in. He was a tall, imposing man with a rugged face and a distinctive scar above his left eyebrow. "Boss," Marco said, his voice low and respectful. Alex nodded at him. "What's the news, Marco?" Marco hesitated for a moment before speaking. "We've had some... issues with the Morano family. They're trying to muscle in on our territory." Alex's eyes narrowed. "What kind of issues?" Marco hesitated again. "They've been making threats, trying to intimidate some of our... associates. We've also had some reports of sabotage." Alex's face darkened. "I want you to take care of it, Marco. Make it clear to the Morano family that we will not be threatened." Marco nodded. "Yes, boss. I'll take care of it." Alex watched him for a moment, his eyes searching for any sign of weakness. But Marco was a loyal soldier, one of the few people Alex trusted. "Good," Alex said finally. "Keep me informed." Marco nodded again and turned to leave. As he reached the door, Alex called out to him. "Marco?" Marco turned back. "Yes, boss?" "I want you to find out something for me," Alex said, his voice low and even. "What is it, boss?" Marco asked. Alex's eyes seemed to bore into Marco's soul. "I want you to find out everything you can about Sophia Rossi." Marco's expression changed, a flicker of surprise crossing his face. "Sophia Rossi, the journalist?" Alex nodded. "Yes. I want to know everything about her. Where she lives, what she does, who she sees. Everything." Marco nodded, his face expressionless. "I'll take care of it, boss." And with that, Marco turned and left, leaving Alex to his thoughts.Alex's eyes remained fixed on the door long after Marco had left. Sophia Rossi. Just the mention of her name sent a spark of electricity through his veins. He couldn't explain why he was so drawn to her. He had seen her pictures, read her articles, and watched her videos. But it wasn't until he had seen her in person, at a charity gala a few weeks ago, that he had felt the full force of his attraction. She was beautiful, of course. But it was more than that. There was something about her that seemed to radiate an inner light, a sense of purpose and passion that drew him in like a moth to a flame. Alex shook his head, trying to clear his thoughts. He was a mafia boss, for crying out loud. He didn't have time for infatuations or romantic entanglements. He had a business to run, a family to protect. But as he sat there, staring blankly at the wall, he couldn't shake the feeling that Sophia Rossi was going to be trouble. The intercom on his desk buzzed, breaking the silence. "Alessandro, you have a call from Victor Conti," Francesca's voice said. Alex's eyes narrowed. Victor Conti was a rival mafia boss, one who had been trying to encroach on DeMarco territory for years. He picked up the phone, his voice cold and even. "Victor. What can I do for you?" Victor's voice was smooth as silk. "Alessandro, my old friend. I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to touch base with you about our... mutual interests." Alex's gut tightened. He knew exactly what Victor was referring to. The Morano family, the sabotage, the threats. It was all connected, and Alex knew that Victor was right in the middle of it. "I'm listening," Alex said, his voice neutral. Victor chuckled. "I thought you might be. Let's just say that I have some... information that might be of interest to you. Information about the Morano family, and their plans for your... organization." Alex's eyes narrowed. He didn't trust Victor as far as he could throw him. But he also knew that Victor was a valuable source of information, one that he couldn't afford to ignore. "I'm listening," Alex repeated. Victor's voice dropped to a whisper. "Meet me at the old warehouse on 5th and Main at midnight. Come alone." The line went dead, and Alex was left staring at the phone in his hand.
Alex's eyes remained fixed on the phone, his mind racing with possibilities. What did Victor want to tell him? And why did he want to meet in secret? He set the phone down, his gaze drifting back to the window. The city was still alive, still pulsing with energy. But Alex's thoughts were elsewhere, consumed by the mystery of Sophia Rossi and the intrigue of Victor's phone call. Just then, the door to his office opened, and Francesca walked in. "Alessandro, I have some information for you," she said, her voice low and discreet. Alex raised an eyebrow. "What is it?" Francesca hesitated, her eyes darting nervously around the room. "It's about Sophia Rossi," she said finally. "I've been digging into her background, and I think I've found something interesting." Alex's heart quickened, his interest piqued. "What is it?" he repeated. Francesca took a deep breath. "Sophia Rossi isn't just any journalist," she said. "She's the daughter of a former mafia boss." Alex's eyes narrowed, his mind racing with implications. This changed everything. "Which mafia boss?" he asked, his voice tight with tension. Francesca hesitated again. "Giovanni Rossi," she said finally. "He was a rival of your father's, back in the day." Alex's eyes flashed with anger, his fists clenched at his sides. Giovanni Rossi had been a thorn in his family's side for years, a constant threat to their power and their legacy. And now, his daughter was poking her nose into DeMarco business? Alex's gaze snapped back to Francesca. "I want you to find out more about Sophia Rossi," he growled. "I want to know everything." Francesca nodded, her eyes wide with understanding. "I'll get right on it, Alessandro." As she turned to leave, Alex called out to her. "Francesca?" She turned back, her eyebrows raised in question. "Make sure Sophia Rossi doesn't find out what we're doing," Alex said, his voice cold and even. "I don't want her to know we're watching her." Francesca nodded again, her face expressionless. "I'll take care of it, Alessandro." And with that, she turned and left, leaving Alex to his thoughts.
In the grand kingdom of Elarion, where royal bloodlines determine fate, Princess Seraphina hides a dangerous secret her heart belongs to someone forbidden. Bound by duty, she is betrothed to a powerful foreign prince to secure peace between kingdoms. But her true love is not the man she is destined to marry. Prince Adrian, the kingdom's second-born son, has always lived in the shadow of his elder brotherthe future king. Though noble by birth, he is forbidden from love that could disrupt the fragile balance of power. But when fate brings Seraphina and Adrian together in stolen moments beneath the moonlit halls of the palace, they must fight against destiny itself. Torn between duty and passion, they must navigate courtly intrigues, political betrayals, and the ever-watchful eyes of those who would see them punished for their forbidden love. With war looming on the horizon and dark magic stirring in the shadows, Seraphina and Adrian must make an impossible choice sacrifice their love for the good of the kingdom, or risk everything to be together. But in a world where secrets are deadly and love is a dangerous game, can their hearts truly defy the crown? Would you like me to add more elements, such as a magical prophecy or an unexpected twist?
A romance women's fiction story about Sophia Thompson, a successful businesswoman who inherits a resort in Hawaii. As she navigates the challenges of running the resort, she finds herself drawn to the charming owner, Henry Lee.
Kara Martin was known as Miss Perfect. She was a beauty with good personality and successful career. Unfortunately, her life changed at one night. She was accused of adultery, losing her job, and abandoned by her fiance. The arrogant man who slept with her did not want to take responsibility. He even threatened to kill her if they met again. What's worse, Kara was pregnant with twins and she chose to give birth to them. Four and a half years later, Kara returned to work at a large company. As the secretary, she would frequently face their notorious CEO. Kara thought it wouldn't be a problem, but as it turned out ... the CEO was the father of the twins!
Trigger warning!!! Intended for mature readers who enjoy morally complex, slow-burn, poseesive, forbidden, dark romance that pushes boundaries. ***EXCERPT*** Blood everywhere. Trembling hands. "No!" My eyes blurred. His lifeless eyes stared back at me, his blood pooling at my feet. The man I loved-dead. Killed by the one person I could never escape - my stepbrother. *** Kasmine's life was never hers to begin with. Kester, her stepbrother, controlled and monitored her every move. At first, it was all sweet and brotherly until it began to turn into an obsession. Kester was the Alpha, and his word was law. No close friends. No boyfriends. No freedom. The only consolation Kasmine had was her twenty-first birthday, which was supposed to change everything. She dreamt of finding her mate, escaping the sickening control of Kester, and finally claiming her own life. But fate had other plans for her. On the night of her birthday, not only was she disappointed that she wasn't mated to the love of her life, but she found out that her mate was none other than him - Her tormentor. Her stepbrother. She'd rather die than be mated to a man whom she had known as her big brother all her life. A man who would do just anything to make sure she was his. But when love turns to obsession, and obsession turns to blood, how far can one girl run before she realizes there is nowhere else to run to?
P-please, I beg you. Come let's go tell Christian I had no hand in whatever happened, p-please." I clutched the lapel of his jacket desperately. "Let's go. You need to tell my husband you were paid." "Young lady, you're harassing me." His tone was cold and his stare granite. But I could care less. "You harassed me first! You had sex with me without my consent, my husband knows and now I'm pregnant with this child he doesn't want. You ruined my marriage! I-I hate you!" ************************************ Caught by her husband with another man on their matrimonial bed the morning after her birthday, Hailey Codza could not defend herself. As though it's not enough, she gets pregnant. Her enraged husband decides to pay her back for her infidelity by having an affair with his ex-girlfriend - Denise Kellers, the family Hailey never knew she had. Losing her family's wealth and company to her husband and his ex (now girlfriend), she is devastated, homeless and penniless as all her credit cards are blocked by her husband. She sees the man who is responsible for her pregnancy. The man she has no idea how he'd found his way to her matrimonial bed - Jared Johnson. Jared is annoyed when this strange woman disrupts his meeting and accuses him of ruining her life, marriage and impregnating her. It affects his business deals and having no choice, he marries her to calm the public whilst engaged to someone else. But he loathes her and allows his family treats her badly. Hailey who has fallen in love with Jared is broken when she can no longer take the humiliation. She signs the divorce papers and leaves, only to arrive six years later to the country as a self-made, secret billionaire and a mother of twins. Now her two ex-husbands are begging to have her back...
Lindsey's fiancé was the devil's first son. Not only did he lie to her but he also slept with her stepmother, conspired to take away her family fortune, and then set her up to have sex with a total stranger. To get her lick back, Lindsey decided to find a man to disrupt her engagement party and humiliate the cheating bastard. Never did she imagine that she would bump into a strikingly handsome stranger who was all that she was currently looking for. At the engagement party, he boldly declared that she was his woman. Lindsey thought he was just a broke man who wanted to leech off her. But once they began their fake relationship, she realized that good luck kept coming her way. She thought they would part ways after the engagement party, but this man kept to her side. "We gotta stick together, Lindsey. Remember, I'm now your fiancé. " "Domenic, you're with me because of my money, aren't you?" Lindsey asked, narrowing her eyes at him. Domenic was taken aback by that accusation. How could he, the heir of the Walsh family and CEO of Vitality Group, be with her for money? He controlled more than half of the city's economy. Money wasn't a problem for him! The two got closer and closer. One day, Lindsey finally realized that Domenic was actually the stranger she had slept with months ago. Would this realization change things between them? For the better or worse?
"Love is blind!" Lucinda abandoned her beautiful and comfortable life because of a man. She married him and slaved off for him for three long years. One day, the scales finally fell off her eyes. She realized that all her efforts were in vain. Her husband, Nathaniel still treated her like shit. All he cared about was his lover. "Enough is enough! I quit wasting my years with an ungrateful man!" Lucinda's heart was shattered into many pieces, but she summoned up the courage to ask for a divorce. The news caused a stir online! A filthy rich young woman recently got divorced? She was a good catch! Countless CEOs and handsome young men immediately swarmed to her like bees to honey! Nathaniel couldn't take it anymore. He held a press conference and begged with teary eyes, "I love you, Lucinda. I can't live without you. Please come back to me." Would Lucinda give him a second chance? Read to find out!
“Drive this woman out!” "Throw this woman into the sea!” When he doesn’t know Debbie Nelson’s true identity, Carlos Hilton cold-shoulders her. “Mr. Hilton, she is your wife,” Carlos’ secretary reminded him. Hearing that, Carlos gives him a cold stare and complained, “why didn’t you tell me earlier?” From then on, Carlos spoils her rotten. Little did everyone expect that they would get a divorce.