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“I want a divorce,” Nathaniel said with no emotions. I was shocked at how callus he could be. I didn’t get a chance to tell him about my pregnancy. After five years of marriage, I still couldn't warm his heart. I understood I would never be able to replace my sister in his heart. “Fine. Let’s divorce then.” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I, Zara Moore, married my brother-in-law to fulfil my dying sister’s last wish. I poured my heart into this marriage, cared for him, and loved his son like my own, hoping that one day, he might return my feelings. It was only my wishful thought. I ended up being killed in my past life. Reborn, I could see the truth clearly. To him, I was a promise he made to his first love. Tired of being just an obligation, I decided to leave him and not tell him about the child in my womb. But with tearful eyes, he pleaded for one more chance. ~~~~~~~~~~~ “Don’t bring up divorce,” Nathaniel growled, his cold gaze fixed on me. “I am done with this emotionless marriage,” I retaliated. "What about the promise you made?" He hissed, squeezing my arm. I gritted my teeth. “I tried to warm your heart for five years, but I failed. I don’t want to keep doing this.” His expression changed, his eyes pleading. “Give me a chance. I’ll make up to you.” I stared at him, stunned. He clearly didn’t love me. Why was he unwilling to let me go? ~~~~~~~~~~ You can check my other books. Accidentally Married to Mr. Billionaire - Completed The Billionaire's Sick Wife - Completed Temptation of Billionaire's Secret Lover: A tale of love and revenge - Completed. The Contract Bride of Mr. Reid - completed. My Ex-Husband Begged Me to Take Him Back - completed Married To My Ex's Brother, Reborn Miraculously - Ongoing, daily updated

"Where did he go?" I murmured, realizing I was alone. My heart sank as I scanned the room for any sign of him. But It was just me, an empty wine bottle on the floor, and memories of the night before. I pushed myself up, feeling the dull ache in my body. The alcohol still lingered in my system, and I had no idea how many times we had... well, how many times we had done it. But despite everything, I couldn't deny I had enjoyed it. "You're such an idiot Kim!" I scolded myself, running a hand through my messy hair. "You didn't even ask for his name." I sighed, embarrassed at my recklessness. How could I let myself go low with a stranger like that? I glanced down, realizing I was completely naked. "Oh my gosh!" I yelped, grabbing my dress off the floor and quickly slipping it on... ★★ Humiliated and betrayed, Kimberly Fray's life as a powerful Alpha's daughter of the Moon Stone Pack crumbles when Alpha Derrick of the Night Walkers Pack rejects her. But as she uncovers her true identity, Kimberly finds herself caught between two powerful Alphas who desire her. Torn between Alpha Derrick, who begins to see her worth too late, and calculative Alpha Theo, Kimberly's strength and courage are tested like never before. In a world where love, revenge, and power collide, Kimberly must decide who she truly is, and who she's meant to be with between the two Alphas chosen by the Moon Goddess!

"You shouldn't be here, you're the Alpha King and my ma... ex-mate's uncle." I managed to say, trying to resist his touch. He chuckled deeply, "You forgot one more thing," he said simply, brushing his thumb over my lower lips. "What is that?" I whispered almost inaudibly. "I'm also your mate." He murmured, leaning towards me. "What do you want from me?" I asked, feeling so confused. "Isn't it obvious?" He asked with a smirk, "I want you." *** Aria is heartbroken, when her fated mate, the Alpha's son, betrays and brutally rejects her. Seeking temporary comfort, she finds herself in the arms of a mysterious stranger who offers her the comfort she desperately craves that night, under the influence of a sexual stimulant and she flees the next morning. To her shock, she discovers that her passionate night was spent with her ex-mate's uncle, the Alpha King, Alpha Knox Blackwood, who is also her second chance mate. Knox however is not willing to let her go. He has had a taste and wants her for himself. Knox offers her a second chance- an opportunity to leave her past as an omega behind. Will she accept? What happens when their dark pasts rise to haunt them? Can they build a future together or will the opposing forces drive them apart?

“Isabella Morgan’s marriage to Xavier Thompson was meant to be a dream come true, but she quickly learns she’s merely a pawn in a game of betrayal and ambition. After a devastating divorce and a rise to legal prominence, Isabella finds herself defending Xavier in a murder trial. As secrets unravel and their past resurfaces, can they turn their broken love into a story of redemption and hope?”

Emma, known as the weak and lowest rank of the Stormbringer pack, needed money to save her sick sister. She finally got the chance to interview in the company of their Pack’s Alpha who was looking for a trustworthy sales Rep. Happily, she goes to the company, but things turn south when with just a glance from the Alpha she turns out to be the Alpha’s mate but a the girl who had betrayed him in the past. But, it was the first time she was seeing him. Is she mistaken for another girl?

Chastine Aphrodite Reign is the only member of the long-forgotten Wood Clan to enroll in a prestigious university known for its elemental users. While the major clans—Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and Dark—are admired and feared, the Wood Clan has faded into obscurity after hiding for over 50 years. Once a formidable power, their legacy has been overshadowed and forgotten. Determined to restore her clan’s former glory, Chastine faces derision and is labeled as a coward from a weaker clan. To reclaim their honor and erase their tarnished reputation, she must rise above and defeat the most powerful members of the major clans. Through sheer strength and determination, Chastine aims to prove the Wood Clan’s worth and return them to their rightful place among the strongest.

I have to admit that my husband's true love is a charming woman. Upon her return, my husband, who claims he knows nothing about romance when he's with me, comes up with various ways to please her. Even my son keeps clamoring to my face that he wants his father's true love to be his mother. To them, my only worth is in cooking, cleaning, and caring for them. Later, an autistic little girl tugs on my clothes and says firmly, "Zachary might not want his mother, but I do!" Only then do I realize that a rose can still bloom in a dessert. When I finally turn my life into what I imagined it to be, my ex-husband and son regret their actions. My ex-husband calls and tells me Zachary misses me. I say, "I'm not his mother anymore." My ex-husband says he knows he made a mistake; he's suddenly realized I'm the one he loves. The man beside me kisses the back of my hand. He says jealously, "What makes you think you're worthy of her love when even l've yet to win her heart?" You can read it at the wedfic apps. #nocopyrightinfringementintended #cctto

Claire is a young lady who is fresh out of school and desperately needs a job to settle her mounting bills. After multiple rejections at several companies, she finally landed a job as the personal assistant to Anthony, one of the most famous billionaires in the city. Part of the deal was for Claire to enter to pose as his wife to help him secure a huge business deal. Emotions eventually began to surface as they navigated their contract marriage. After a while, Anthony reunited with his college lover, Megan which abruptly ends the marriage between Claire and Anthony. Claire is hurt and decides to leave the city to start up a new life for herself. She finds out she is pregnant with Anthony's son but decides not to inform him. Meanwhile, Megan betrays Anthony by cheating on him with his best friend, Joe. Anthony breaks up with Megan and decides to do everything within his power to find Claire and beg for forgiveness. Will Anthony succeed in his quest? or is he doomed to live with consequences of his actions?

Born into wealth and privilege, Aneira Patal was meant to have it all. But her destiny was stolen the day she was switched at birth with the maid’s daughter, Sophia. For twenty-three years, Aneira lived a life of struggle and hardship, deprived of the world that should have been hers. While Sophia basked in the spotlight as the cherished heiress, Aneira fought tooth and nail for every small success, never understanding why her efforts were always overshadowed. When Aneira’s love life, and dreams crumble under Sophia’s relentless schemes, she is left with nothing but a shattered heart and a burning desire to reclaim what was taken from her. In a desperate bid to escape the suffocating grip of her past, she agrees to a flash marriage; only to discover that her groom is not the cruel old man she had feared but a strikingly handsome stranger, Jaxton Haydra, who seems to know more about her than herself. What happens when Aneira finds out the true reason she was rushed into this unexpected marriage with Jaxton? And how will she handle the growing attraction she feels towards this stranger she barely knows?

Reclaimed by Love follows the tumultuous journey of Alexander Morgan, a young millionaire and CEO with a dark past rooted in his involvement with the mafia. Born into wealth but tormented by his cruel stepmother, Alexander's life takes a transformative turn when he falls in love with Isabel, a passionate journalist. Together, they embark on a mission to dismantle the criminal empire that once consumed him and to uplift their community.As Alexander struggles to atone for his sins, he faces relentless threats from his former allies and must navigate legal battles, public scrutiny, and personal demons. Isabel's unwavering support becomes his anchor, and their love story blossoms amidst the chaos. They rally the community, form powerful alliances, and launch initiatives to protect at-risk youth from falling into crime.Their journey is fraught with danger, including a violent siege by a vengeful enemy, but through courage and determination, they prevail. Alexander's transformation from a mafia affiliate to a philanthropic leader highlights the power of redemption and love. As they build a new future together, their story becomes a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of change.Reclaimed by Love is a gripping tale of love, redemption, and the fight for a better future, showing that even the darkest pasts can lead to the brightest future.