Philia Charles
Philia Charles 's Books(4)
Fatal Desire
Romance Roman Volkov:
Isla Bennett.
The daughter of my bitter adversary, she was supposed to be nothing more than a pawn in my elaborate game of vengeance.
I intended to break her, to turn her world into ashes just as her father did to mine. Yet, she dismantled my resolve with her fearless gaze, her sharp tongue, and the gentleness of a single, unexpected kiss.
I despise her... but my longing for her is relentless, consuming me like wildfire.
Isla Bennett:
Roman Volkov.
The man my father warned me about, a merciless foe cloaked in danger and power.
But I've always been drawn to forbidden paths, and Roman is the ultimate risk.
I vowed to conquer him, to thaw the ice around his guarded heart, and leave him yearning for me.
I looked into his piercing eyes and saw something raw, something broken-and I wanted to own it.
Now, we are locked in a battle of wills and desire, where surrender feels like betrayal, but resistance could destroy us both. My crush, the billionaire heir
Romance Andria, a spirited and quirky commoner, resides in a secluded area with her parents. She's an orange vendor with dreams of being in a relationship with the world's most handsome man, the former Mr. World. Austin Brown is a remarkably attractive young man who is an international supermodel and former Mr. World. He's also a prominent figure in the world of acting and music. Being born into wealth has contributed to his somewhat infuriating, proud, and haughty demeanor. During a movie shoot in Andria's community, their paths cross unexpectedly. Without her glasses, Andria fails to recognize Austin as her long-standing crush. A heated exchange and a brawl follow their chance meeting. In a surprising turn of events, Andria ends up stealing both his money and his heart. Austin, returning to his opulent lifestyle, remains captivated by thoughts of the commoner he encountered. His search for her, however, proves futile as she vanishes from his sight. Fate takes an unexpected turn when Andria reappears in Austin's life, now as a maid. As she grapples with the realization that her new boss is the same person she insulted on the road, and that he is also her celebrity crush, questions arise. Could this be the start of a genuine connection? Is it possible that love is in the air? Will she be able to fit into his world? The Mafia Don's Woman
Romance Chapter_One
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Anna's POV
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10:05 PM.
Staggering a little less than normally, I made my way home, no, to the house, and knocked on the door.
Gently.
Though slightly drunk, I wasn't stupid to go about banging the door. That alone will earn me punishment from my foster parents, Linda and Joseph Matthew. Not that it mattered. They always found the littlest thing to use against me.
Taking in a deep breath, I waited for them to open the door. I turned the knob after hearing a 'click' and stepped into the house. For wicked and heartless people, Linda and Joseph were quite neat. Cross that, they made sure I kept the house neat. They were average classed people, living in the suburb part of the city. Affording complete and rich meals each day, with a good dose of alcohol on the side.
I waited a minute or two, and when I saw no sign of them, I proceeded to run to my room.
"And where do you think you're going?" the menacing voice stopped me in my tracks. Joseph.
"And in such a hurry?" Linda added, a sneer evident in her tone.
I turned around slowly. They were sitting on a sofa, in the dark parlour. No wonder I didn't see them.
"T--to my room," I said with a slight stutter.
Linda cackled, like the witch she was. "Did you hear what she just said, honey?" she asked Joseph who guffawed in response.
"But mom I--"
Before I knew what was happening, her palm connected to my cheeks with a loud 'WHAM!!!' sending me sprawling to the floor.
I'd forgotten; they insisted I never call them mom or dad, unless the social workers were around.
I screamed from the pain and saw stars in my peripheral vision. Like an explosion had gone off in my head.
"I'm not your mother, you stinking daughter of a bitch!" she hissed, pulling my hair and hitting it on the ground.
Joseph knelt down beside me, with one knee on my abdomen, and he grabbed my small wrists in his big hand.
"Shut up, bitch," he growled and used his other hand to muffle me.
I was already quiet, because I couldn't breathe. And soon all my struggles slowed down because of expending energy without breathing.
When he noticed my lack of resistance, he got off me, and I immediately drew in a deep breath, clutching my hurting abdomen and stinging cheeks while blinking away the tears that were threatening to fall.
I'm a strong girl.
I won't cry.
"We're never going to be your parents, damned girl," Linda spat, kicking me in the side, "because you're worthless to everyone. Even your real parents didn't want you! You're a curse!"
"A worthless piece of trash," Joseph added as he squatted and pulled my hand to him forcefully. "And if one word about this leaks out to the social service, you're dead. Understand!?"
I nodded my understanding.
"Good."
He kissed his wife, and then laughing, they moved to their room while doing disgusting things.
When I heard their door lock, I picked myself up, lifted my backpack and headed to my mouse sized room, where I ran a hot shower to treat the bruises on my cheeks and wrists. After that, I applied a balm and crawled onto my bed.
It was when I got my pillow to my face that I let out a long agony scream and allowed the tears to flow.
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Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life."
But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!"
"Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line."
The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring.
Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you." Bye, My Irresistible Love
Gorgeous Killer
Three years ago, the Moore family opposed Charles Moore's choice to marry his beloved woman and selected Scarlett Riley as his bride. Charles didn't love her. In fact, he hated her.
Not long after they got married, Scarlett received an offer from her dream university and jumped on it.
Three years later, Charles's beloved woman fell terribly ill. In order to fulfill her last wish, he called Scarlett back and presented her with a divorce agreement. Scarlett was deeply hurt by Charles's abrupt decision, but she chose to let him go and agreed to sign the divorce papers. However, Charles seemed to delay the process deliberately, leaving Scarlett confused and frustrated.
Now, Scarlett was trapped between the consequences of Charles's indecision. Would she be able to break free from him? Would Charles eventually come to his senses and face his true feelings? My CEO Daddy
ELAINE MALLIN
After being framed by her boyfriend and best friend, Nicole ended up spending the night with a mysterious stranger. She thoroughly enjoyed the unexpected rendezvous, but when she woke up the next morning, she couldn’t help but feel bad about what she did. All of her guilt, however, was washed away when she saw the face of the man lying next to her.
“He’s... beautiful,” she whispered, awed by what she was seeing. Her guilt quickly turned into shame, and it drove her to leave the man a bit of money before she left.
Kerr was astounded. ‘Did that woman try to pay me? Like a prostitute?’ he thought, offended. “Ask the hotel manager for the surveillance video,” he commanded his assistant authoritatively, his eyebrows furrowed. He had a determined expression on his face. “I want to find out who was in my room last night.”
‘And when I find that woman, I’m going to teach her a lesson!’
Where will their story go? When Love Comes Late
Fifine Schwan
In order to fulfill her grandfather's last wish, Stella entered into a hasty marriage with an ordinary man she had never met before. However, even after becoming husband and wife on paper, they each led separate lives, barely crossing paths.
A year later, Stella returned to Seamarsh City, hoping to finally meet her mysterious husband. To her astonishment, he sent her a text message, unexpectedly pleading for a divorce without ever having met her in person.
Gritting her teeth, Stella replied, "So be it. Let’s get a divorce!"
Following that, Stella made a bold move and joined the Prosperity Group, where she became a public relations officer that worked directly for the company’s CEO, Matthew.
The handsome and enigmatic CEO was already bound in matrimony, and was known to be unwaveringly devoted to his wife in private.
Unbeknownst to Stella, her mysterious husband was actually her boss, in his alternate identity!
Determined to focus on her career, Stella deliberately kept her distance from the CEO, although she couldn't help but notice his deliberate attempts to get close to her.
As time went on, her elusive husband had a change of heart. He suddenly refused to proceed with the divorce.
When would his alternate identity be uncovered?
Amidst a tumultuous blend of deception and profound love, what destiny awaited them?
