Velvet Reckoning

The Billionaire Secret Child

Seven years ago, Emily Reuters, a young intern at her father's prestigious architectural firm, met billionaire real estate developer Wade Barrett at a masked charity ball. Their connection was instant and electric, leading to a night of passion. But by morning, Emily left Wade without revealing her identity, leaving only a cryptic note behind. Weeks later, Emily discovered she was pregnant. Fearing the fallout for her father's firm and unprepared to face Wade, she made the difficult decision to leave the country and raise her son, Jacob, alone. She built a quiet life overseas, dedicating herself to motherhood while building her career in architecture. But secrets have a way of unraveling. Seven years later, Emily returns to her hometown with Jacob to take a leadership role in her father's firm. Her once-stable world is shaken when she crosses paths with Wade during a critical project. Wade, now a more seasoned and introspective man, feels a mysterious familiarity with Emily. As they collaborate on the firm's ambitious Harborfront development, Wade becomes drawn to her intelligence and warmth. However, Wade's suspicions deepen when he meets Jacob, a bright and imaginative boy who seems oddly familiar. When the truth about Jacob's parentage is revealed, Wade is furious. Hurt by Emily's decision to keep his son a secret, he struggles to reconcile his anger with his desire to be a father to Jacob-and to rekindle the connection he still feels with Emily. Despite the tension, Wade commits himself to being a part of Jacob's life. He bonds with his son, impressing Emily with his unwavering devotion. Jacob, in turn, begins calling Wade "Daddy," a moment that cements the growing bond between father and son but leaves Emily questioning whether she can trust Wade as both a partner and a father. Just as Emily begins to open her heart, scandal strikes. A disgruntled former employee accuses Wade of unethical practices related to the Harborfront project. The media seizes on the story, linking Emily and Jacob to the controversy. Suddenly, Emily finds her personal and professional life under scrutiny. Reporters camp outside her office and Jacob's school, threatening the stability she has worked so hard to create. Wade, determined to clear his name, insists on protecting Emily and Jacob from the fallout. However, Emily's doubts resurface. Can Wade weather the storm and prove himself as the steadfast partner and father she needs him to be? Or will the pressure drive them apart? In the midst of the chaos, Wade makes a bold public statement, clearing Emily and her father's firm of any wrongdoing and reaffirming his commitment to the project and his family. The city council reinstates the Harborfront project, giving Wade a chance to rebuild his reputation. Emily, touched by his courage and integrity, begins to see a future with him-but her fear of trusting too much holds her back. Their budding relationship reaches a breaking point during a family dinner at Wade's penthouse. The evening begins joyfully, with Wade and Jacob laughing over dinosaur puzzles, but takes a sharp turn when Emily questions whether Wade is ready to truly commit. Wade, hurt by her lingering doubts, confesses his love for her, but Emily's hesitation creates a rift between them. Needing time to process her fears, Emily suggests they take a step back. For weeks, Emily and Wade navigate a fragile distance. Wade throws himself into proving his innocence in the scandal, while Emily focuses on Jacob and her work. Both are haunted by memories of what they shared, but neither knows how to bridge the gap. When Wade's name is finally cleared and the Harborfront project is approved, he reaches out to Emily, inviting her to see the completed designs. In the quiet of the firm's conference room, surrounded by blueprints and models, Wade lays his heart on the line. He tells Emily he understands her fears but insists he is ready to face the challenges of their future-together. Emily, moved by Wade's vulnerability and the love he has shown for Jacob, admits her own feelings. She finally realizes that while she has been trying to protect her son, she has also been protecting herself from the possibility of heartbreak. She decides it's time to take a leap of faith

Forgiveness Denied: Entangled With My Ex's Uncle

Madison had always believed that she would marry Colten. She spent her youth admiring him from afar, dreaming of their future life together. But Colten was always indifferent to her, and when he abandoned her at a time when she needed him most, she finally realized that he never loved her. With renewed resolve and a thirst for revenge, Madison left. Endless possibilities lay ahead, but Colten was no longer part of her plans. Colten rushed to her place in a panic. "Madison, please come back to me. I’ll give you everything!" It was his powerful uncle who answered the door. "She's my woman now."

His Unwanted Wife, The World's Coveted Genius

Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."

Shunned By An Alpha, Cherished By A Lycan

Rejected by her mate, who had been her long-time crush, Jasmine felt utterly humiliated. Seeking solace, she headed to a party to drown her sorrows. But things took a turn for the worse when her friends issued a cruel dare: kiss a stranger or beg her mate for forgiveness. With no other choice, Jasmine approached a stranger and kissed him, thinking that would be the end of it. However, the stranger unexpectedly wrapped his arms around her waist and whispered in her ear, "You're mine!" He growled, his words sending shivers down her spine. And then, he offered her a solution that would change everything...

A Divorce He Regrets

The day Raina gave birth should have been the happiest of her life. Instead, it became her worst nightmare. Moments after delivering their twins, Alexander shattered her heart-divorcing her and forcing her to sign away custody of their son, Liam. With nothing but betrayal and heartbreak to her name, Raina disappeared, raising their daughter, Ava, on her own.Years later, fate comes knocking when Liam falls gravely ill. Desperate to save his son, Alexander is forced to seek out the one person he once cast aside. Alexander finds himself face to face with the woman he underestimated, pleading for a second chance-not just for himself, but for their son. But Raina is no longer the same broken woman who once loved him.No longer the woman he left behind. She has carved out a new life-one built on strength, wealth, and a long-buried legacy she expected to uncover.Raina has spent years learning to live without him.The question is... Will she risk reopening old wounds to save the son she never got to love? or has Alexander lost her forever?

Return, My Love: Wooing the Neglected Ex-Wife

Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."

A Second Chance With The CEO After Divorce

Belinda thought after divorce, they would part ways for good - he could live his life on his own terms, while she could indulge in the rest of hers. However, fate had other plans in store. "My darling, I was wrong. Would you please come back to me?" The man, whom she once loved deeply, lowered his once proud head humbly. "I beg you to return to me." Belinda coldly pushed away the bouquet of flowers he had offered her and coolly replied, "It's too late. The bridge has been burned, and the ashes have long since scattered to the wind!"