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One Girl, A Pack Of Beasts
Lillian woke in a werecreature universe as a total loser. Good news was that women ruled here and could take multiple mates, yet she still ended up as the one everyone looked down on. Compared to her talented sister at every turn, she watched her first match get stolen and her next four mates reject her without mercy. The first mate was the King of Succubine himself. On their very first meeting, he warned Lillian that he was only staying long enough to recover from his injuries-and that there could never be anything between them. The second mate was a merman. He took one look at her and said he had no interest in a loser like her, tossing her some cash so she could break off their bond herself. The third mate was the progenitor vampire-over a thousand years old. He admitted to admiring her sister instead and made it clear he had no interest in a layabout like Lillian. Lillian cut every bond and chose her own path instead. But as she rose higher and higher, those same men returned, full of regret and begging her to look at them again. The fourth mate was a werewolf Lillian had rescued from an underground fighting ring. She thought he might actually stay-until he revealed himself as royalty. And of course, he wanted to break their bond for more power.The wrought-iron gates of the Knight Estate swung open, and a scarlet Audi R8, limited edition, swept smoothly along the gravelled drive.
Christian Knight stepped out, immaculate in a tailored charcoal-grey suit.
He shut the car door with controlled force and adjusted his cufflinks, though the tightness in his jaw betrayed his agitation.
Without acknowledging the staff, he strode across the courtyard, past the tiered marble fountain, and towards the grand Italianate façade of the house.
The house steward opened the heavy mahogany door at once.
“Good afternoon, sir.”
“Where is my grandfather?” Christian asked curtly.
“In the drawing room, sir. With Mr. Luke.”
Christian gave a brief nod and proceeded down the corridor.
In the drawing room, Leonard Knight sat opposite his son, Luke, both men sipping espresso and discussing forthcoming acquisitions. The air was calm—almost deliberately so.
Christian entered without ceremony.
“Grandpa, may I ask why I have just learned of an engagement I never agreed to?”
Luke’s head lifted sharply. Leonard, however, merely placed his cup upon its saucer.
“I assumed you would appreciate decisiveness,” he replied mildly.
“Decisiveness?” Christian let out a humourless laugh. “You have arranged my marriage without so much as consulting me.”
His gaze flickered towards his father.
“Surely this concerns my life as much as the company’s.”
Luke shifted uncomfortably but remained silent.
Leonard regarded his grandson steadily.
“If you intend to take the position of CEO of Knight Group, you will marry the young lady I have selected. If you do not, the position shall pass to Jake. He has expressed both readiness and enthusiasm.”
Christian’s composure fractured.
“I have devoted years to getting that role,” he said tightly. “You cannot attach marriage as a condition of employment.”
“I can,” Leonard replied evenly. “And I have.”
Christian exhaled sharply. “I am already in a relationship. You met Lia yourself.”
“I did,” Leonard said. “And I was not impressed.”
A brief silence settled over the room.
“The woman I have chosen for you,” Leo continued, “is accomplished, well-educated, and from a respectable family. She possesses qualities that endure beyond charm and flattery.”
Christian’s voice hardened. “And if I refuse?”
Leonard folded his hands. “Then you forfeit the company, the estate, and any claim to the Knight legacy. You will have two hours to gather your personal belongings. Nothing more.”
Luke rose from his seat. “Father—”
“The decision is made,” Leonard said calmly.
Christian stared at his grandfather, disbelief giving way to wounded pride.
“So that is it? Years of hard work reduced to a transaction.”
“No,” Leonard corrected. “Years of preparation culminating in responsibility.”
Christian straightened.
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MY INDIAN WIFE
Never in her wildest dreams did Mishka imagine that her life would be turned upside down as soon as she stepped into London. "Marry my grandson!" Grandpa Leo's demand threw her off guard. Marriage was not part of her plans, yet she accepted the proposal to marry the most eligible bachelor in London/1/106649/coverorgin.jpg?v=b55ff3a1bf4d7bb198689613bf191b01&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Secret Triplets: The Billionaire's Second Chance
I stood at my mother's open grave in the freezing rain, my heels sinking into the mud. The space beside me was empty. My husband, Hilliard Holloway, had promised to cherish me in bad times, but apparently, burying my mother didn't fit into his busy schedule. While the priest's voice droned on, a ne/0/82937/coverorgin.jpg?v=2907194aa510c647b04f7cba8770d5c5&imageMogr2/format/webp)
I Slapped My Fiancé-Then Married His Billionaire Nemesis
Being second best is practically in my DNA. My sister got the love, the attention, the spotlight. And now, even her damn fiancé. Technically, Rhys Granger was my fiancé now-billionaire, devastatingly hot, and a walking Wall Street wet dream. My parents shoved me into the engagement after Catherine d/0/23989/coverorgin.jpg?v=f118a8f2d468c3d5edcbe7a119dd9db8&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Rich CEO And His Poor Wife
Tyrone White is the most powerful and wealthiest man, while Nancy Green is the most common and ordinary girl. They are so distinct that it would even be a miracle for them to encounter, let alone be married. However, to everyone's surprise, not only do they get married, but also live an extremely ha/1/110344/coverorgin.jpg?v=ee9edc19532d5cad4529d092169ad91d&imageMogr2/format/webp)
While I Was Bleeding Out, He Lit Lanterns For Her
As I lay on the floor of our manor, bleeding out from a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, I used my last ounce of strength to call my husband, Cole. I begged him for help, my vision blurring. But the only thing I heard was the clinking of champagne glasses and his mistress's giggle in the background. "/0/18226/coverorgin.jpg?v=bcbeca197f68f4fbd94a63a5bdf98422&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Born to be a slave.
"See, she is totally disobedient. You are gonna regret, if you take her." his old man said again. He didn't answer him. He bent down, little bit closer to me and pulled some strands of my hair away, to get a better look at me. My eyes were shut tight. Please, not me, not me. I was chanting in my he/0/22414/coverorgin.jpg?v=e5b2262d55055b47424edc3834cba055&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Possession of the Mafia Don
'I had not expected to breed you, little girl.' He said, his voice emotionless but his eyes were hot with lust,' You were just a plaything to be used till I tired of you, But there was no way I would let any child of mine grow up as a bastard.' My breath caught in my throat at the sheer cruelty, the/0/18582/coverorgin.jpg?v=4f3a13f495dc12364b9fdbe435e70911&imageMogr2/format/webp)
Sucker For Love
Their seven-year marriage was doomed to end. Their wedding anniversary was just a week away, and Molly discovered that her husband Walter had cheated on her. Enraged and determined to get revenge, she rushed to the hotel for an affair. Little did she expect to wake up in Greyson's room. He was the/0/19006/coverorgin.jpg?v=0fed0db8372d02d622fe401908688b85&imageMogr2/format/webp)
CEO's Secret Wife: Fall Into Your Love Tricks
When her life came to a dead end, she met him, the bossy CEO. To save her uncle, she signed the marriage contract and became his wife. The day she gave birth to his child, they would have a divorce. However, everything was different from her expectation. When her ex-boyfriend came to her, he taught/0/38018/coverorgin.jpg?v=46aac320161748d208c0d91e3466572b&imageMogr2/format/webp)
