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"Here, here...I got you little squirrel." Evelyn peeked up, before she could look propely, she was higher above the ground. A tall figure had picked her up, while she continued sobbing, her knees were hurting. It was cold outside, but his arms were warm. Rubbing her eyes she looked at him reluctantly. Wow...Is he the prince of this palace? No wonder he is! there was no other way he would be so handsome. "Did someone hurt you?" the little squirrel shook her head. "Are you lost?" he asked gently caressing the back of her head, Oh! Even his voice was tender, but then Evelyn remembered that she was lost, and tears swelled up once again, "Grandpa, grandma" “Now...now, I will take you to them. Stop crying. Pretty girls don't cry.” “Did the prince just call me pretty?” He looked at her bruised knees, ugh! they were ugly, will the prince hate her now? But instead he wiped her tears tenderly “I will fix it with a magic and the pain will vanish right away." A gentle kiss was planted on her knuckles. Where did the pain go? Evelyn wondered There were fireworks in the sky. Did the prince really do magic? Mignos may be a small town today; however, Magnolia in the past was a powerful empire, the world today doesn't belong to the Kings, the modern world belongs to the people; run by technology, money and power. Anastasio Faunoa, CEO of the Faunoa Corporation, the heir apparent of the Faunoa family. He took over as the CEO just at the age of 23 years of age. The House of Faunoa, was once a powerful dukedom under the Magnolia Empire. Gifted with otherworldly good looks, and a cold, heartless personality, Anastasio sat perfect with the CEO personality from a light novel. He went around with the nickname, the "Tyrant Trader" Evelyn Betrice, a sweet, beautiful, high school student, who runs a cozy bakery cum cafe at the small market at Mignos. A dreamer by nature, Evelyn loved to read fantasies. As their fates intertwine, will the Tyrant Trader and the Cute baker find a happy ending?

The marriage life Autumn has tried so hard to protect by hiding it behind her idol life on stage is on the verge of being destroyed as her husband Liam Anderson , who is also a world-class celebrity admitted having a relationship with an actress on live television , making her wonder if her love is worth to protect. The secrets , the past - all come crushing down on her , not to mention the struggles of her group members and her family is now making her question everything she has worked for her whole life .....can she keep up with what life has for her ahead ?

Wade Dwyer's life is turned upside down when his father dies and he learns he must marry or he and his siblings will lose the ranch. One last jab of the knife from his father. On top of that, his father's only friend knows about the stipulation and is determined to own the property by any means necessary.<br><br>He's facing the very real possibility of being the reason his family loses their home when his brother's best friend, Lance Matthews, offers to walk down the aisle with him. A faux marriage to the man he's loved for years is a torture he isn't sure he can endure.<br><br>Can he keep the ranch ... and the man of his dreams, too?

The tree stood tall in the quiet hills of Beverley , nestled between rolling hills and ancient woods bearing witness to countless seasons and stories of love,loss and longing.For decades,the residents whispered of its magic .Hank Rand ,a reserved literature professor ,stumbles upon an old, unopened letter beneath the tree while walking his dog.Intrigued and moved by the words-a heartfelt poem from a man,Silas to a woman he never stopped loving -June,becomes obsessed with finding the letter's recipient.

deline Sadie Rivera is a known bratty heiress of the Rivera Mango Plantation. She grew up getting things on her way, spoiled yes, but kind. But when her eyes meet Joseph Grayson Acharon, son of the Mayor of their province,she knew that there something about him that she wanted. She tried her best getting close with him, especially that she's known as one of the prettiest face of the province. But when they first met the guy only sees her as a child! She was offended ofcourse, and she didnt know that he already have a fiancee! She was labeled as the Mayor's son other girl! And what made her madness level up is when the Grayson guy didnt help her to clean her name! That's why she will do her best pissing him off and make him break his fiancee. She thought that it would be easy. But her families deepest secret has been re-opened, making her break her principles in life and breaking her heart too

Everyone in the Chicago underworld envied me. Sophia Rossi. Just the daughter of a minor family, I had somehow landed the Kane family's Underboss, Xavier Kane. On my birthday, he booked an entire private estate and illuminated the sky with millions of dollars in fireworks, spelling out the birthday girl’s name. It was beautiful. Too bad my name wasn't Serena Vance.

If only she had listened... If only she had obeyed... She wouldn't have been down here... In this cold dark cave in the name of a cell... With this cruel evil Faes left to decide her final fate... DEATH. She didn't mean to do it... She was just afraid... Scared... And Mother help there will be an angel here to save her from her fate... Even if death was far better than staring at the feet of that Angel... EVEN IF. ************ Poppy Darian had always lived a life of tranquility and harmony with her lovely family and adorable friends until she's teleported by mistake to the realm of Faes and accidentally kills one, she is trialed to death but when the Lord of Darkness steps in to save her as she is said to be a Protector, she is given three tasks to complete to prove both innocence and title and as she attempts to complete all, she is whirled into the life and history of Faes and along the line, discovers the real truth and lies about Fae people while battling an enternal darkness that threats to consume the world whole.

When 19-year-old Eris Sylvie accidentally rips open a gate to the Otherworld during a botched ritual, she doesn’t just cause a supernatural mess—she unleashes the spectral hounds of the Great Hunt. Now, Dáinn Herne Cernunnos, the legendary and grumpy Fae Huntsman, is stranded in the human world with one mission: get his hounds back and close the gate. Their worlds collide in a bustling college bar on a chaotic cosplay night. Thrown together by fate, the sunny, impulsive Eris and the ancient, brooding Dáinn are forced into an uneasy alliance. To set things right, they must travel together, relying on one another to survive the dangerous entities that have slipped through the gate. Trapped in close quarters, their initial annoyance sparks into something more dangerous than any demon—a fierce and undeniable attraction. Can this sunshine human and her grumpy Fae bodyguard fix her magical mistake before the boundaries between worlds shatter for good, or will the hunt claim them both? This is Book One in The Oak and Apple Series

*Synopsis* In a world where social hierarchy and class distinctions are rigidly enforced, a forbidden romance blossoms between Freye a young slave, and Angus, one of the sons of the plantation owner. Their relationship begins as a secret affair with Angus exercising his privilege and Freye being forced into a situation she can't escape. Freye would spend her days as a slave, working tirelessly under the scorching sun and the oppressive life, and her nights warming the bed of the arrogant young master. Freye could not describe their relationship nor could she refuse the very handsome man. Angus is as intimidating as he is calm, as devious as he is pompous. However, as they navigate the complexities of their feelings for each other, they begin to challenge the societal norms that govern their lives. Especially when threats arise against their secret affairs. When Freye becomes pregnant, Angus is torn between his passion for his unborn child and his deep-seated prejudice against the child's heritage. As the pregnancy advances, Freye finds her own strength and agency, refusing to be bound by the expectations of those around her. As they face the consequences of their actions, Freye and Angus must confront the harsh realities of their world and the secrets they've kept hidden. Will their love be enough to overcome the obstacles in their path, or will the societal norms and expectations tear them apart? This novel explores themes of love, power, and identity, delving into the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which society can suffocate us.

Follow Tac as he grows up around Brook Harbor, a small beach town on the west coast of the U.S. Meet Jack, Travis, Trent, Devnel, and Tysen as they spend time together at the "The Table" and the harbor. Life is interesting, especially with Tac around to keep their relationships alive with his silly quirks, activities, and adulthood ideologies. It is a fun story filled with hope, laughter, and romance that keeps you wondering what Tac will do next. It is a treasure of a story about a young man who grows up and learns about life, ethics, progression, and more, expressing himself in his own unique way with all his buddies.