quizzical look

"You look so familiar, Miss, have we met somewhere before?" He looked at her with a smile.

Tanya Sinclair was devotedly in love with Vincent Hawthorne for fifteen years, only to be in vegetative state on the day of giving birth. Meanwhile, Vincent Hawthorne whispered softly in her ear: "Tanya, never wake up again, you have no value to me anymore." She thought her caring and loving husband had nothing but endless aversion and exploitation for her. And the pair of children Tanya Sinclair fought to give birth to sweetly call his beloved 'mother' at her bedside. Tanya Sinclair's heart was utterly broken. The first thing she did upon waking up was resolutely demand a divorce! However, after the divorce, Vincent Hawthorne realized too late that his life was already filled with the shadow of Tanya Sinclair, and this woman had become his habit. When they met again, Tanya Sinclair appeared at a meeting as a leading pharmaceutical expert, her brilliance drawing all eyes to her. This woman, who once was so utterly devoted to him, now wouldn't even spare him a glance! Vincent Hawthorne thought she was just still angry, convinced that as long as he spoke, Tanya Sinclair would certainly come back, after all, her love for him was ingrained. But later, at the engagement banquet of the new Family Head of The Pierce Clan, he saw Tanya Sinclair in a luxurious wedding dress, joyfully throwing herself into Declan Pierce's arms, her eyes overflowing with love. Vincent Hawthorne was driven mad by jealousy, his eyes red as he crushed his glass, blood spilling everywhere…

Ben adalah seorang pria playboy yang sering bergonta-ganti pasangan. Dengan wajah tampannya, ia mampu meluluhkan hati para wanita. Namun, di tengah kebiasaannya bermain-main dengan wanita, ia harus menghadapi serangan para musuh. Hidupnya berubah menjadi penuh ancaman. Seorang Briella muncul dalam hidup Ben. Wanita itu berhasil membuat Ben bertekuk lutut. Briella tidak semudah itu menerima cinta Ben. Ia tahu seperti apa kelakuan Ben dengan wanita lainnya. Di balik sosok Briella yang cantik dan menawan, ternyata ada sebuah kenyataan yang tak terduga yang membuat Ben tidak bisa bersama dengan wanita itu. Siapakah Briella yang sebenarnya? Masalah demi masalah berlarut-larut hingga Ben harus memutuskan, apakah ia akan lebih memilih keluarganya atau Briella? Dari cara wanita itu menatapnya, Ben tahu bahwa Briella pun mencintainya. Mampukah Ben mendapatkan wanita itu? The Look Of Love. Sequel dari buku "Milly's First Love." Silakan follow IG saya: santi_sunz9 Hanya di Webnovel. PERHATIAN! 21+ KHUSUS DEWASA Buku ini banyak mengandung konten dewasa, mohon bijaksana dalam memilih bacaan Anda.

President Grant, don’t panic, it’s just that your wife won’t look back anymore. For four years of marriage, Juliana Jacobs always believed she was the person Evan held dear to his heart. Until she saw the photo of him and his white moonlight entwined arm in arm, with lingering gazes... It turned out she was merely a carefully chosen cover for him. A cover to hide the twisted, unspeakable secrets between him and his white moonlight. Resolutely sealing away her heart and affection, Juliana handed over the divorce agreement. Evan Grant chuckled, "Without me, how will you live?" He refused to let her work, turning her into a housewife under the halo of Mrs. Grant, just so she would always depend on him, unable to leave him. However, until one day, he saw his once dependent ex-wife transform into a new tech elite, embraced and kissed by a grand aristocrat of Kingsford. At that moment, his confidence that she would return, shattered in her dismissive words "just a thing of the past"... Heirs of prestigious financial clans vs. a grand aristocrat concealing a mad suitor's soul. The heroine grows up in ruins, yet she is not humble.

Nurse Belle works to save lives while Ceres assassinates people. In an extraordinary twist of fate, these two souls now occupy the same body. If that wasn't bad enough, Ceres found out that the person she killed became Belle's colleague in this life. Worse, she still loves him. However, Belle wants no part in letting this man into her heart for the second time. Her body -her decision! And that's NO TO DR. ELIEZER RIVERA. Unfortunately for her, Ceres has a lot of ways to throw her plan in disarray. * *Excerpt* He was the gentlest doctor I know. He took care of me and did his best to help me regain my memories; those that include my fondest encounters with him and the worst. His gentle smile was the one that captured my heart. Yes, he was the gentlest doctor. He should be. That was what I thought! So, why am I locked between this damn wall and his arms?! What is he planning to do?! Why is he looking at me as if he wants to devour me?! (Ceres, help me.) Belle called forth to the woman hiding in her subconsciousness. Her heart wasn’t prepared for this. And her eyes! Oh, her eyes couldn’t stop looking at his lips. “Doc?” She called out this distant word which she stopped doing several months ago. Eli never lost his composure even to the woman that he once loved – Jillyanna Madrid. Yet, when he learned that some evil guy was checking out his patient, who was also his junior at work, he flared out. His annoyance got the best of him and brought them to where they are now. He just wanted to see if that man had successfully lured her out. He didn’t mean for this to happen. He could see confusion in her eyes and when she opened her mouth to call him, he couldn’t move his eyes away from her parted lips. When she swallowed dryly, he trailed down to the sight of her throat and found her chest moving up and down. He felt hot like molten lava was doused on him. “What is so good about that guy?” Eli asked before he could stop himself. Whenever he thought that she likes that person, something stirred deep inside his heart and irked him so much. He wanted to tear himself apart and see what was wrong inside him. “Someone out there must be better than him. Look for someone else.” “Well, there will always be someone better at something. Prince was kind enough to - “ The world stopped and her vision was covered in darkness. She could not see his expression and she was having difficulty in breathing. Her lungs hurt. For a moment, she felt weak and stopped breathing as she closed her eyes and brought Ceres to deal with this. “You are not allowed to talk about any other man with me. Hearing their names annoys me. You can only look at me and smile at me.” And he locked their lips once again. The taste of her was addicting and he just wanted to suck the nectar out of her mouth. [What the heck are you doing?!] Ceres questioned mentally the moment she felt those lips on hers. She wasn’t informed that she’d be dealing with this. [Belle, I will make you pay for this trick!] (As if you don't like his kisses!) ***cover isn’t mine***edited by a friend discord: Oning #3030 ***I don’t earn anything from this picture*** Original cover was taken from Mr Love: Queen's Choice Related videos and pictures can be seen in Koi to Producer: EVOL×LOVE

Consider this a major warning: In a world where everyone craves fast-paced stories, this one takes its time. This isn't some high-speed fluff; it is a slow-burn journey. Since most readers have their eyes on the "fastest" thing out there, this isn't for those who only want a quick thrill. This is a challenge. I dare you to read it. Break a leg, everyone. synopsis: Shu Yao has always loved Bai Qi. Silently. Secretly. With the kind of devotion that doesn’t ask to be returned. But Bai Qi has never looked his way—not like that. His eyes have always been on Shu Yao’s younger sister, Qing Yue. Bright, soft-spoken, radiant in the ways Shu Yao was told boys should never be. So Shu Yao stays quiet. He smiles when he must. He bleeds where no one can see. When a high fever forces him to break his routine and drop his mask, everything begins to shift. Bai Qi offers help—clumsy, well-meaning, but blind to the damage it causes. Shu Yao, too used to locking his doors and swallowing his ache, can’t bring himself to let it in. Not when every kindness feels like pity. Not when his dreams are haunted by things he can’t say aloud.

Title: Wall Street Vengeance Genre: Mystery / Crime / Action / Psychological Growth / Revenge Setting: Modern-day New York, where the glittering towers of Wall Street hide a dark underworld intertwined with corrupt politicians and criminal syndicates. At its heart is the "Blue Ocean Project," an illegal biotech experiment protected by powerful figures. Plot Summary: Chapters 1–5: Descent into Darkness Jack Morgan, once a successful investment banker, returns from prison to find his career usurped by Richard Langley. Blacklisted, Jack descends into the city's underbelly, meeting Emily, a hacker, and Isabella, who reveals that the "Blue Ocean Project" is more than just money laundering—it's a dangerous government-sanctioned experiment. Jack suspects he was framed to protect this conspiracy. Chapters 6–10: Shadows and Schemes Discovering Richard’s vast influence over finance, politics, and crime, Jack realizes the danger he faces. Chinatown gang leader Ali pressures them for intelligence on the project. Through violent confrontations, Jack evolves from a corporate elite into a hardened survivor, building his own network of allies and informants. Chapters 11–15: Counterstrike Formation After escaping Ali’s ambush, Jack consults John, a streetwise strategist. With new insights, Jack plans to infiltrate Richard’s empire using Isabella’s connections, gather evidence, and expose the conspiracy publicly. His goal shifts from survival to justice, aiming to dismantle Richard’s empire and reveal the truth behind the Blue Ocean Project. Themes: Survival & Rebirth: Jack’s transformation reflects resilience in adversity. Justice & Vengeance: The moral ambiguity of personal justice when legal systems fail. Power & Corruption: Exposes the collusion between capital, politics, and crime. Trust & Betrayal: Highlights the fragility of trust and the impact of betrayal. Unresolved Questions: What secrets does the "Phoenix Laboratory" hold? Who is John, and what is his past? Will Ali discover Jack’s plan? Does Isabella have hidden motives? Style & Tone: Fast-paced, gritty, and intense, blending sharp dialogue with psychological depth. The narrative contrasts urban decay with corporate opulence, delivering action-packed sequences and intricate schemes. Themes of identity, redemption, and resistance resonate throughout, making Jack a symbol of defiance against systemic oppression.

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For some girls, age eighteen is the magical age of freedom and independence. For Aerys, turning eighteen means an arranged marriage to a man she's never met before, leaving the only home she's ever known, and accidentally discovering things she never knew about the world, about her family, and about herself, things that have been lurking beneath the surface all along. However, each new discovery brings new questions with it, and the answers could lead in some very dangerous directions. She and her fiancé, Dmitri, must decide whether or not to find the answers to these questions and what to do with the knowledge they gain. To change the game instead of living by others' rules, they must look beyond what they see.

The game has become reality, with monsters, demon beasts, and dungeons everywhere. Su Mo awakened absolute defense at the beginning, but he wanted to be a DPS. Because when he awakened absolute defense, he also awakened a growth ability: Heart of Slaughter: You gain free attribute points for every enemy you kill. The stronger the enemy, the more attributes you get, and the stacking has no upper limit! Classmate: "How is it reasonable for you, a DPS, to stand and tank the boss?" Su Mo: "How can you be a DPS if you can't even stand your ground? A real DPS should withstand the enemy's damage!" Classmate: "But you don't get damage when the boss hits you!!" Su Mo: "That's because its DPS is not enough!" ----------- The MC is not a transmigrator, so don't blame him when he takes his badassery very seriously.