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“You worthless piece of trash, do you think my daughter will marry you because of some stupid contract you have?” “I will advise you, leave now or my rich son-in-law will kick you out. He’s a warrant officer in the army, you wouldn’t dare to mess with him.” Scoffing, Ray replied. “Why would I be afraid of a mere warrant officer.” Meanwhile Ray is a five star general in the army, a rank far higher than that of a warrant officer. “Since you’ve chosen to dishonour our agreement. You will regret your actions soon!”

Cassio was married to the daughter of a powerful family and to his wife and her arrogant relatives, he was nothing more than a simple, muscle-bound fool. They wasted no time humiliating him and framed him. They still don't know his true identity, and they will soon discover that the very person they dismissed is the one who can save their empire - if he chooses.

“Love?” she finally said, her tone dripping with mockery. “I suppose I did. Once. Before I realized love doesn’t pay the bills. Not when it’s tied to a man who can’t even afford to take care of himself.” The words hit Anderson harder than he expected. For three years, he had poured his heart into their marriage, believing they were building something lasting. But as he looked into her unyielding eyes, he realized how blind he had been. Anderson Denfield thought he had it all—a beautiful wife, a marriage built on love, and a future full of promise. But on the morning that shatters his world, he learns that his life has been nothing more than a cruel facade. His wife, Ashley, the woman he trusted above all else, has been harboring a devastating secret: she’s fallen for another man—a wealthy rival who makes no attempt to hide his intentions of replacing Anderson in every way. Betrayed by the woman he loved, Anderson Denfield finds himself heartbroken. But just when he begins to claw his way back, he discovers an even deeper betrayal: his own uncle, Eduardo, who kept in charge, has seized control of their family business, aiming to have it all for himself. Fueled by a searing need for redemption, Anderson reenters the business world—not as the meek man that has been cast aside, but as a force to be reckoned with but Anderson hides an even much bigger secret. will they find out? When love turns to hate and betrayal ignites vengeance, how far will Anderson go to reclaim his power

In *Covenants of Chaos*, **Lucas Kane** is a young man fighting to survive in a world that seems determined to crush him. Overwhelmed by debt, working long hours at a dead-end delivery job, and caring for his ailing mother, Evelyn, Lucas’ life takes a dark and unexpected turn when he is hit by a speeding car. The accident should have killed him, but instead, it awakens something extraordinary within him: a **Covenant**, a supernatural ability that allows him to see glimpses of the future. --- The Awakening Lucas discovers that his newfound power isn’t just a blessing—it’s a curse. The visions of the future are disorienting and painful, and they come with no instruction manual. Worse, his awakening doesn’t go unnoticed. The Moretti crime family, to whom Lucas’ family owes a large debt, takes a sudden interest in him. **Silas Moretti**, the ruthless mafia don, sees Lucas as a valuable asset in his quest for power and control. To bind Lucas to him, Silas forces Lucas into a marriage with his daughter, **Aria Moretti**, promising that this union will erase the Kane family’s debt. --- The Marriage of Convenience Lucas and Aria’s relationship begins with hostility and mistrust. Lucas views Aria as a privileged, untouchable mafia princess, while Aria sees Lucas as weak and desperate. However, as Lucas is dragged deeper into the Moretti family's world of crime, betrayal, and violence, he begins to see that Aria is just as much a victim of her father’s ambition as he is. She despises her father’s empire and dreams of escaping his control. Their shared desire for freedom becomes the foundation for an unlikely partnership.

Accursed Heir follows Pastor Elijah Longfellow, the secret guardian of Raven’s Hollow, known as Saint Longinus. Bound by a deathbed promise to his mentor, Elijah marries Lina Moreau, his mentor’s granddaughter, to protect her family from an ancient curse. But when Lina betrays him and reveals she carries another man’s child, Elijah’s heartbreak shatters the protective wards shielding her family. With the pact broken, the Bloodseekers—vengeful, soul-draining entities bound to the Moreau bloodline—return, seeking Lina’s unborn child as their cursed heir. As terror grips the town, Elijah learns that only a dark, sacrificial ritual can sever the Bloodseekers' link, though it will cost him everything. Torn between duty and morality, Elijah faces a harrowing choice to save the town and end his cursed love. Yet in his final sacrifice, he realizes he has become a tragic guardian, forever marked by the blood oath he couldn’t break.

Alex Chen mops TechNova’s office’s polished floors in the busy heart of New York City. He is just another nameless janitor to the busy workers who are hurrying by, someone to be laughed at or ignored. They are unaware that a man of extraordinary power and influence lies beneath this simple guise. Alex was raised to be a leader because he was the heir to the old Phoenix Clan. In any case, a severe fight for control constrained him in banishment, abandoning all that he knew, including Elena, the lady he cherished. In the mountains of Tibet, Alex studied under a reclusive healer for years, becoming an expert in both martial arts and medicine. In the shadows, he fabricated the Shadow Circle, a secret network so huge and compelling that even New York's most remarkable figures murmur its name in wonder. Alex has since returned to take back what is his. Elena is involved in a relationship with Nicholas Vega, the ruthless heir of the Scorpion Syndicate, as the rival Syndicate's hold on Chinatown has grown. Covering his real character, Alex carries on with an apparently typical life as a janitor while plotting his vengeance.

: In the tough streets of New Jersey, 17-year-old Jamal "JD" Davenport is fighting to survive. Bullied, belittled, and battered, JD's life is a never-ending cycle of pain and fear. But JD has a secret: a burning desire to escape the hood and build a better life. When JD stumbles upon an entrepreneurial opportunity, he seizes it with both hands. Despite the odds against him, JD pours his heart and soul into building a business empire. With each obstacle overcome and every success achieved, JD grows more confident, more resilient, and more determined to rise above his circumstances. From the dark alleys of poverty and despair to the bright lights of wealth and success, "The Rise of a Boss" is JD's inspiring true-to-life story of struggle, perseverance, and ultimate triumph. With its raw, unflinching portrayal of life in New Jersey and its uplifting message of hope and empowerment, this novel is sure to resonate with anyone who's ever felt like the odds are stacked against them.