Informed by her father, Esme Rivera learns she is to marry Ronald Rivera for their family's wealth. Devastated and feeling her life collapse, she finds little solace from her mother. Aware of her future husband's cruelty and power, she is forcibly prepared for marriage. Treated as a possession, she is subjected to strict rules and isolation. Feeling trapped and powerless, she mourns the loss of her freedom and autonomy. With the wedding day approaching, she wakes up to the harsh reality, feeling numb and like her life is ending.
“Maybe love is a risk, but it’s a risk I’m willing to take and as you said, it’s not a choice. I never thought I would, never thought I could love someone like that but I fell in love with you. I fought it. It’s the first battle I didn’t mind losing.” Brian Foster, Capo of the New York Famiglia, a brutal murderer, a cold hearted bastard. He might be one of the hottest men in New York, but not even the fires of hell could melt the ice wrapped around his black, lifeless heart. People cower under his name. He is a mystery. But there's one thing they know..What's his, stay his. Felicity Carter, a sweet innocent girl, a mother to her younger siblings, a pawn to her father. And now she is engaged to a monster. But duty is duty. There is no turning back now. That's how the mafia world is. Once you are born there. There is no escape.
No one knows the criteria for selecting new members to the board of Simmons Banking and Holding, but there are persistent rumors about a mysterious initiation rite. It is said that one woman and nine men vanish into a boardroom for this purpose. This time, the woman chosen for this secretive process is Samantha. The Simmons family, known for owning the eighth largest bank in the world and having substantial influence over their town, including the mortgage on her parents’ mansion, now seems to have set their sights on her. Aiden Simmons, known for his charm, seduction, and ruthlessness, and most notably his deceptive nature, has caught her attention. Despite her body responding with intense desire under his intense scrutiny, she resolutely denies herself any enjoyment in it. Faced with a dire need to save her family, she is prepared to strike a deal with what she perceives as the devil, offering herself to the Simmons. However, she is adamant that while they might claim her in some ways, Aiden Simmons will never possess her heart.
In a state of disconnection and numbness, David finds himself engaging in emotionless encounters. Haunted by the resemblance to his heartless father, he attends a dull party with plans to leave. However, everything changes when he notices a young woman in a white dress. Overhearing her conversation about her father's health, David witnesses her vulnerability. But as she walks away with an aggressive man, David's predatory instinct awakens, leading him to confront the man in his own way.
Grace, a bartender at a nightclub, reluctantly agrees to wear a uniform top she's uncomfortable with to appease her manager, Callum. Grace has a photo of her and her mom in her locker, reflecting on their similarities. Grace hides her tattoo, marking her as a werewolf, as best as she can. A customer hits on her and asks about her tattoo, offering money for the story behind it. Grace lies, saying it's a reminder of her mother's murder. Another werewolf enters the bar, and the owner, also a werewolf, questions Grace about her pack. Henry offers to take her to meet the Alpha, and Grace considers running but decides to act normal. She attempts to escape but is caught by Henry. A mysterious man named Zayden appears, revealing himself as the Alpha, and takes Grace to his pack's headquarters.
Magnolia, a bride-to-be, is preparing for her wedding to football player William Green. Despite initially thinking he was a jerk, Magnolia has seen a softer side to him. Her best friend Isabella, who is pregnant, is living with them, along with friends Rhiannon, Luna, and Samantha. On the day of the wedding, Magnolia sneaks out to her fiancé's room and discovers him cheating with Isabella. Devastated, she decides to cancel the wedding and escape to New York with her friends. They plan to expose the truth about the cheating scandal by releasing a recorded conversation to the press. Meanwhile, Edison, a hotel owner, sympathizes with Magnolia and they begin to form an emotional connection.
Scarlett Butler and her sister, Emmeline, attend a party at the Bell estate. Scarlett, the introverted sister, feels out of place but agrees to support Emmeline's potential match with Gideon Bell. While seeking solace in a library, Scarlett is watched by someone until she meets Gideon. They have a tense conversation, playfully argue over a book, and Scarlett tries to seduce him. Gideon challenges her claim of being a virgin and they engage in sexual activity in the library. Scarlett is conflicted but ultimately agrees to his demands.
Having a mobster's baby definitely wasn't in my life plan. I'm Amelia Martinez, inexperienced in matters of love or desire. Loss is what I've grown familiar with. After my father's tragic death, I found myself under the roof of Johnny, a commanding and alluring mob boss. His strict rules drive me crazy, but I can't deny the intense pull I feel toward Johnny. He's a walking danger, and our paths are on a collision course. Yet, something ominous brews in the criminal underworld, a threat that could shatter both our worlds. And as I discover I'm pregnant with a mobster's child, my entire life shifts. Will Johnny shield both me and our unborn baby? Or is it him that needs protecting from the dangers closing in?
Eulalia, once a free and vibrant soul, now finds herself imprisoned and devoid of all memory. Time passes, and a burning desire for revenge against the Four Horsemen consumes her. Finally released, she is tasked with finding and destroying them. Returning to the city, Eulalia is determined to fulfill her goal, even at the risk of her own life.
Camila is a very insecure girl who has no idea of her beauty and her effect on men. To pay for her sister's medical bills and to help her mother, she decides to go to a university for three years... where not only her mind, but her body and soul pay the price..... OUt of soo many contestants vying for the 100 points..... The 15 harkwrights men rule the school....girls must obey all orders... No matter what... or they will be expelled from school.... Will Camila persevere and sacrifice herself for her mother and sister for three years? Or will they break her before the time is up? "Believe me, my star, I'm just getting started. You are the prize, and I can't wait to collect it. My star, my Harkwright girl, and an inheritance fit for a prince."