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Exposed to the CEO Behind the Mafia Mask

Exposed to the CEO Behind the Mafia Mask

I thought the masked stranger who fathered my son was a ghost of one reckless night. Then I walked into my new boss's office—and those ice-blue eyes found mine across the boardroom. Ivy Brooks only saw him once. One night. One mask. One underground auction that cost her everything—and gave her a son she'd die to protect. She never knew his name. Never saw his face. All she had were those piercing eyes behind black silk, a voice like gravel and velvet, and a secret she buried so deep she almost forgot it was there. For five years, she rebuilt her life from nothing—betrayed by her ex, abandoned by her family, raising her boy on stolen hours and stubborn hope. When she finally lands a legitimate job as Executive Assistant at Thorne Group, she thinks she's finally safe. Then she meets her new boss. Caleb Thorne. Billionaire CEO in a tailored suit. Don of the Thorne Syndicate in the shadows. A man who wears a different mask for every room he walks into—and the one who's been hunting her for five years. He doesn't recognize her face. But her eyes? Her scent? The way she flinches when he steps too close? He knows. And now that she's standing in his office—exposed, cornered, and carrying his secret—Caleb won't let her hide behind any mask. Not her professional armor. Not her single-mother walls. Not the lies that have kept them apart. He'll strip every layer until there's nothing left between them but skin, truth, and a fire neither of them ever put out.
Urban
636 Chs
I Faked My Death—Now I Have to Tame the Crazy Men I Left Behind

I Faked My Death—Now I Have to Tame the Crazy Men I Left Behind

[A Scheming Beauty Good at Flirting x a Domineering CEO, a Gentle Doctor, the Stoic Bigshot, and Twins; Male Leads Rivalry] Mia Grant stayed up all night reading a novel full of chaotic romance. Seeing an imprisonment scene in the book, she excitedly blurted out, "Please, protagonist! Let me in there to act for a couple of episodes!" After suddenly dying, she really did transmigrate into the novel, but not as the protagonist—rather, as the villainous side character. The original book didn't describe this character in detail, only mentioning that she was locked in a basement and starved to death for framing the protagonist. To survive, Mia Grant targeted the novel's several male leads and began her conquest. To the domineering CEO, she said with red-rimmed eyes, "Big Brother, the basement is so dark. Mia is so scared~" To the doctor, she cooed, "Second Brother, Mia’s chest hurts so much. Quick, have a listen." To the Stoic Bigshot, she looked innocent, "Mr. Keller, we’re in the same bed... My sister won’t be angry, will she?" To the aloof top student, she sobbed, "Am I just too stupid? I can’t compare to my sister at all!" To the puppy-dog-like boy, she blushed, "I didn’t come to watch you play! I-I was just passing by!" Having saved enough money, Mia Grant faked her death and escaped. Two months later, while she was on a tropical island flirting with eight male models, the System suddenly contacted her, "Host, I’ve finally established a connection with you! But can you tell me why all the male leads have gone mad? They even scattered your ashes into the sea!" "Forget it, you must go back and reduce their corruption levels! This world can still be saved!" "Not going." System: "A one-billion-dollar bonus!" Mia Grant whipped out her phone to contact a helicopter: "Yes, I need to leave the island. Immediately! Right now!"
Urban
457 Chs
Left Behind By Time

Left Behind By Time

~The heroes have gallantly died after defeating the demon that wreaked havoc on their land saving millions of lives, in exchange for their own.~ That's what the story was supposed to be. Heroes, yes, strong ability users who could stand against all adversities. Yes, heroes. Heroes who trained all their life to protect their homeland. Yes, yes, indeed that should be the wonderful scenario playing around people's minds. But... . . . . . . . To hell with that!!! They are not adults. No, they are not in their fifties, not even forties, or even thirties!! They are just teenagers. They are 16 then!!! So why were they sent to defeat the demon? Because they were trained and tortured to be stronger than the rest... That king who has a loose screw, how can he do that to them? And what's this? They are alive? They survived? Wonderful... NOT!!! Why did they wake up a thousand years after defeating the demon? A full one thousand years!?!? Fine whatever... "Let's just live freely then. Away from those descendants who inherited that loose screw." Yes, a different life away from the royals- Wait... Why are they in front of another king? What kind of game is fate trying to play right now? And just what had happened for them to sleep for a thousand years? Do read my other stories: SHE'S THAT KNIGHT KNOWN AS ZERO (COMPLETED) VENGEANCE TO THE ROYAL ONES (COMPLETED) COMING FOR THE LAST FOURTEENTH (COMPLETED) RESTARTING CHAPTER BOOK FINALE (COMPLETED) REBIRTH: STUBBORNLY FUFILLING A PROMISE (COMPLETED) Disclaimer: cover photo not mine, please contact me if I have to take it down. Taken from: https://wallha.com/wallpaper/anime-anime-girls-blue-hair-blue-eyes-sword-moon-1353947
Fantasy
386 Chs
Sexy Behind The Mask

Sexy Behind The Mask

She hides behind ugly suits and fake names. He's done trusting women. When they meet in a masked sex club, neither realizes they've been fighting each other across boardroom tables for eighteen months. At Taylor Industries, she's Joy Smith, the frumpy CFO who drowns her curves in shapeless polyester and wearing a wig. At home, she's the forgotten wife of a cheating lawyer who hasn't touched her in so long she's starting to wonder if she's broken. When she finds hot pink lace panties stuffed in her couch cushions...definitely not hers, it's not heartbreak she feels. It's freedom. Grayson Taylor doesn't do relationships anymore. Not after walking in on his actress fiancée with another woman. Now he channels everything into hostile takeovers and board meetings, especially the ones where his overcautious CFO fights him on every goddamn acquisition. Joy Smith is brilliant, infuriating, and funny when he pushes all her buttons. But Honey is tired of being invisible. Tired of never having felt real pleasure. So, when her best friend gives her the details of The Velvet Room, Manhattan's most exclusive masked club, she promises herself just one night. One night to find out if her husband's right, if she really is frigid, or if she's just never been touched by the right hands. She doesn't expect the masked stranger who claims her the second she walks in. Doesn't expect the chemistry that ignites between them, the way he makes her body sing, or the orgasms that leave her shaking. Doesn't expect him to hand her an email address with one command: "Only me. No one else touches you."
Urban
365 Chs
What is the story behind 'Dead Crows Gaze' manhwa?
It's a mysterious and captivating tale. There are elements of fantasy, adventure, and drama as you follow the characters' journey in a unique world.
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2025-09-27 08:57
The Fierce Gaze
The following are some examples of fierce eyes in novels: 1. A pair of big black eyes, when quiet, revealed contemplation and passion. At this moment, it was flashing with the most ferocious expression of hatred. 2. His gaze made people shudder. 3. The wind faintly flowed out from between his brows. In his sharp eyes, there was a faint hint of a blood-licking dragon that had already unfurled its sharp teeth that emitted a cold light. 4. His fierce eyes frightened the little girl opposite him. 5. In this trailer, Yun Yun even revealed an extremely vicious gaze towards Gu He. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-06-18 03:12
That Loving Gaze
"That affectionate gaze." In the long river of memories, there are always some gazes that are like bright stars that illuminate our hearts. The most unforgettable thing is that affectionate gaze. It was a cold winter day. I dragged my heavy suitcase and prepared to leave my hometown to study far away. People came and went in the station, and the noise filled the entire space, but I clearly felt the burning gaze behind me. I turned around and bumped into my mother's gaze. Her eyes were like a deep lake, filled with reluctance, worry, and anticipation. Her gaze was locked on me, as if she wanted to engrave my appearance into her heart. The marks of time were becoming more and more obvious on her face, but her eyes were still firm and gentle. She didn't say much and just stood there quietly. However, her gaze was more than a thousand words. In this gaze, she was reluctant to leave me alone. She was afraid that I would be wronged and suffer outside. She was worried about my future, worried that I could adapt to the new environment and take care of myself. She also had deep expectations for me, hoping that I could learn and achieve my dreams. I turned around and got into the car. Through the window, my mother's figure became smaller and smaller, but her gaze seemed to pass through the window and still tightly wrapped around me. The car slowly started, my vision gradually blurred, and tears involuntarily flowed out of my eyes. At that moment, I understood the weight of this gaze. It was my mother's endless love for me. During my school days, whenever I encountered difficulties and wanted to give up, my mother's affectionate gaze would appear in my mind. That gaze seemed to have a magical power that gave me courage and made me cheer up again. That gaze was like a lighthouse in the darkness, illuminating the path ahead for me, making me no longer confused and firmly moving forward towards my goal. This affectionate gaze was not just a gaze, but also a deep emotional bond. It connected me and my mother. No matter where I went, it followed me like a shadow, reminding me of the deep and great love behind me.
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2026-04-08 13:47
Donggao Dusk Gaze
In the evening, I stood at the head of Donggao Village and looked at it sadly. The novel " The Legend of Dian Kingdom in Clouds as Deep as the Sea " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-06-25 23:15
[Sunset Gaze] Releases
'Sunset Gaze' was written on the night of August 17th, 2022. However, he was not clear about the specific release channel and release time. The novel " Watching the Moon on Fish Island " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-06-29 17:33
Ghost Gaze Master
" Ghost Gaze Master " was a ghost-type online novel written by Ye Guhun that was signed to be published on Ghost Sister Online. The main character of the novel was Li Xiangyang. The story revolved around people walking the path of humanity and ghosts walking the path of ghosts. Whether it was a human or a ghost, if he walked the wrong path, the main character Li Xiangyang would come and take him. After a class reunion, Li Xiangyang's business was booming. All kinds of ghosts and monsters would come into contact with him.
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2026-01-12 05:59
Righteous Gaze Manga
The Eyes of Justice was a manga written by author Yi Fan/Hui Yan Animation. The plot was facing a dark world. The only thing one could do was to stare at it with wide eyes because there was only white in their eyeballs. This manga had many subplots, such as the first eye of the watchman, the second eye of the pain of rebirth, the third eye of the brink of collapse, and so on. The author had previously written works with a darker style, such as Replay of Death, which performed well in portraying things from different people's perspectives.
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2026-01-27 05:32
Chang 'an Spring Gaze
"Chang 'an Spring View" was written by Lu Lun, a poet of the Tang Dynasty. The whole poem was "The east wind blows the rain over the green mountains, but I look at the thousands of gates of grass." When will I return home in my dream? How many people will come back on the river in spring? The plain of the river is surrounded by floating clouds, and the palace is uneven in the setting sun. Who would have thought that as a scholar, he would meet with difficulties in the world, and would have to go to Qin Pass alone with his old hair?" The first couplet of the poem depicted the east wind blowing through the green mountains, looking back at the houses in Chang 'an City and the scene of the grass being idle. The second couplet described that the hometown was in a dream, but he did not know when he could return. How many people came and went on the spring river to return home, expressing the feeling of homesickness? The third couplet looked far away, his hometown was beyond the clouds, and the palaces in Chang' an City were scattered, shrouded in the setting sun. The last couplet lamented that no one could understand that as a scholar, he was born in troubled times. He was alone, with a head of white hair and a haggard appearance, wandering in Chang 'an. The novel " Good Chang 'an " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-03-03 18:50
The silent gaze of love
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2026-09-10 10:07
A gaze full of oppression
In the anime, there were many characters who had oppressive gazes. For example, in the animation of "The Founder of the Devil Path," Jin Guangyao's eyes were sharp and dark. When Wei WuXian sneaked into his secret room, just by being noticed by Sister Yao, his sharp eyes made Wei WuXian stick to the wall in fear, sweating profusely. The audience could also feel the pressure. In One Piece, Hawkeye Mihawk was the world's number one sword master. His pupils were orange, and the outer ring of his pupils was black. His eyes were like the eyes of an eagle in real life, giving off an invisible sense of oppression. When the Fourth Royal Aunt activated her soul ability, her eyes would completely change into another form. It was extremely terrifying to have multiple pupil circles, causing those who were inside to feel incomparably hopeless. In addition, in Silver Soul, when Shinsuke Takasugi appeared, his fierce gaze and other factors could also give the opponent a sense of oppression. The Dark Blazer in the Little Savage Blazer Ultraman stage play, his dark, empty eyes, also had the pressure of a villain. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-08-12 17:01
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