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There's nothing more important than love, Mila always told herself. Even when her boyfriend cheated on her and accused her of stealing, leading to her being fired, Mila still held onto her belief. For a 24-year-old young woman to survive in a big city where she knew nobody but her cheating boyfriend, Mila had to look for work elsewhere not just anywhere, but The Montclair Club. For one night, she served as a salesperson for the launch of a new wine. As the saying goes, (In vino veritas) Truth in wine. Mila's truth was letting her hair down and having fun just for one night. The innocent woman had her own taste of a 'one wild night.' The result? A positive pregnancy test. Mila became pregnant by the hot-tempered, international playboy and heir of the Montclair Conglomerate, from a family of old money. Zyran Ciro Montclair is known to have a special hatred for the words family and poor. He only believes that the poor are leeches and liars. At the moment, the luxury of pride wasn't something Mila could afford. Jobless, pregnant, and left alone in the big city, Mila decided to go after her baby's daddy. Even if he might reject her, she had to try. And somehow, in her pursuit, she ended up on the early morning news: 'Noblesse Oblige: Montclair Heir to Marry an Unknown Poor Country Girl. It's giving Rich Prince and The Pauper. A 21st-century Fairytale.' What could possibly go wrong? you may ask. Stepping into the rarefied and unhinged world of the Montclairs, Mila realized that their realm wasn't the same as her world of black and white. Her perception of life was turned upside down, and she couldn't help but wonder. What could be so poisonous yet so good as power and money? Will Mila's love endure when faced with Zyran's 12 rules for their marriage, including the humiliating demand of: Rule No 6: “Submission is key: When I say kneel, you'll drop to all fours. Don't question it, just obey.” Will she allow herself to be consumed by the corruption that comes with wealth, or will she spread her innocence and show Zyran a world where people don't have to be used? Can their love survive the poisonous influences of power and money? . . . . . . Instagram account: Pluma_W143 Facebook page: Plumadidi Tiktok: @Plumadidi Cover belongs to me. Art by Kelveendraws

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For more than a decade, renowned chef Alain Tiessart has been married to his restaurant, driven to make it one of the finest in Paris. But time is slipping away. Lonely and ready for a change, he packs up his bags on one of the busiest holiday weekends of the year and drives into the French countryside.<br><br>Retired Brit Simon Hastings is prepared to spend Bastille Day as he always does -- quietly and alone. When his oldest friend arrives on his doorstep prepared to spend the next few days together, Simon is surprised but welcomes him in. He’s even more surprised when Alain suggests they move their relationship to a deeper one.<br><br>Unwilling to jeopardize their friendship, Simon turns him down, a decision Alain accepts gracefully. Until a friendly bet and an eager young man cast Alain in a new light. Now, Simon doesn’t know what he wants. Or who ...

In the dusty town of Kalgoorlie, Australia, two teenage boys—Allen Christopher, the quiet thinker, and Steve Joseph, the bold tinkerer—forge an unlikely friendship over wires, gears, and wild ideas. From a backyard shed dubbed the “Z-Lab,” they build gadgets that spark curiosity and chaos, including the Auto-Cell: a device that turns motion and sound into power. Their invention draws attention from scientists, mentors, and a mysterious corporate giant—VoltCorp—whose interest feels more predatory than promising. As Allen and Steve rise through school exhibitions and mentorships, they must navigate fame, temptation, and the ethics of innovation. With help from Lily Evans, a sharp-witted hacker, they protect their ideas and each other. But beneath the applause and newspaper headlines, something darker stirs. A forgotten military journal. A prototype that could power more than machines. And whispers of a future where their inventions might defend humanity itself. This is not just the story of two young scientists. It’s the origin of the dreamers who would one day hunt the impossible.

An arrogant and mysterious Ceo, a tactful new employee, not compatible right? I guess we all thought so

When French elegance meets American ambition, sparks fly and hearts collide. Amélie Beaumont has dedicated her life to her family's vineyard in the picturesque hills of Provence. With its rich history and her passion for winemaking, the Beaumont estate is her pride and joy—until Jack Reynolds, a relentless New York tycoon, sets his sights on taking it all. For Jack, business is about winning, and this vineyard is just another conquest. But when Jack arrives in Provence to seal the deal, he’s met with more than a fight for the land. Amélie’s fierce spirit and the vineyard’s timeless charm awaken something in him he didn’t expect—a desire that goes far beyond the bottom line. As they clash over tradition and progress, passion begins to simmer between them, complicating their rivalry. Caught between their opposing worlds, Amélie and Jack must decide if they’re willing to risk everything for a chance at love, or if the gap between their lives is too wide to bridge. From sun-soaked vineyards to Manhattan skyscrapers, this is a tale of love, legacy, and the intoxicating allure of a perfect pairing. "Vintage Love"—where love, like wine, only gets better with time.

I lent my family’s old house to the production crew for free, and they stole one of my antique suits. A rising pretty-boy idol in the industry thought my suit was tacky. He secretly had someone burn it and replaced it with a cheap imitation. Back then, I was just an extra on set. Furious, I stormed up to him and demanded an explanation. He just rolled his eyes. Then he tossed a wad of cash and a signed photo at me. Later. I revealed who I really was and named the price of that antique suit. The little idol was so terrified he fainted on the spot.

When Terry and Kel Coleman run from their abusive father, they end up in Denver. The day they arrive, they meet three street kids named Rudy, Snap, and Josie. The brothers move into the trio's squat where Rudy and the others teach Terry and Kel the ins-and-outs of survival on the streets. While that happens, Terry and Rudy are drawn to each other and begin a tentative relationship.<br><br>Then Kel is almost kidnapped by a man sent by his father to bring him home. Forced to leave their squat to keep Kel safe, they turn to a local pastor for help. Thanks to the pastor, the five young people may find hope for their future -- if they can survive the present. In the process, can the budding relationship between Terry and Rudy survive, or will it be torn apart by the life they're forced to live?

The human race was forged by three great Falls: The First, which brought Senar, the unit of power that created both the Empowered of the Living and the Zombiekind; the Second, which unified humanity under the World Will after the catastrophic Immortal War; and the Third, which pushed mankind into the interstellar age. Now, years later. Saquin, a hybrid between human and Zombiekind, was living his gentle, uneventful life as a high value commodity on a slave spaceship. That was till his life took a sudden turn just as his sixteen birthday approached. Too bad life did not give him enough time to adjust to his new life as he was selected as an Empowered candidate in succession. Now, Saquin with no noteworthy knowledge of the Empowered world is to participate in an Empowered Trial, which was not simple as it seems. The good news, is that he seems to be favored by both heaven, with his Divine-level talent, and the system entities including the World Will. Little did he know that such favors came at a price, a subtle but heavy one, especially for an hybrid abomination like him.

Note: At least read some 3 or 4 chapters, please? After that, it's up to you. Thank you. ------------------------ Lack of interest in things. Love? Passion? Goal? What about them? They are just nothing in his mind, not even a single wondering moment about his future. Everything just seems average for him. "Normal" grades, "normal" family, "normal" looks, "normal" life. Everything just seems... normal, that’s it- is what he usually tapes himself with as he walks on the street towards the school. He seems fine with it though, not even asking for something fun. A Diety, Vessel, and friend of god of Earth, coincidentally looks upon him below, sighed as he finally figured out that the boy is another one that wasn’t given a proper storyline in life by his friend. Feeling interested but somehow sorry for the boy, he then granted the boy something that will give him a story that he hadn’t even wished to have. Something fun, something great, and something worth living for. The thing, the key to unlocking the story, the power to see anything beyond what humans thought was a limited reality. This is the story of a boy that can see the other side of the world already. Gifted by an unknown being passing through the cosmos faster than the speed of light, the gift… is none other than the Unliving Eyes. Vol 1- It was the first day of the third-year high school student Valentin Nobez, but for him, is just a standard, typical, passionless day. Little did he know, that on this specific day, it would be the most "normal" day he could ever think of.