Age Gap

Diego is a boy who always lived under the shadow of his shyness, until one day he suffered a slight attack of madness and did something that in his right mind he would never have thought of: he asked for the phone number of a complete stranger as he was getting off the subway, who turned out to be a renowned lawyer who, although of dubious reputation, was interesting enough to capture his full attention.

In the world of the mafia, vows aren’t made for love—they’re made for power. Kai swore he would never marry. Least of all follow the traditions that destroyed his family. But a dangerous alliance forces him to seal his future with the one person he refuses to choose: Mila Volkova. She is young, provocative, and far too intelligent for her age. And even when she’s expected to behave like a proper lady, she does the opposite. She challenges him, contradicts him, and turns a simple agreement into a constant battle of wills. Between them, a war for control ignites—because Mila has no intention of surrendering, and neither does Kai. Now, their marriage will be their battlefield.

Nine years ago, I ran away from my husband the day after our wedding. I was convinced that my curse ruined every man who dared to love me. I thought I was saving Arsen, but a fortune-teller broke the "good" news: I had only pulled the knot tighter. Now, the Universe has given me an ultimatum: go back to my ex and have his baby to break the curse. There’s just one tiny problem. Arsen is no longer that lovestruck boy. He’s a cynical, cold-blooded business shark who hates me with every fiber of his impeccably dressed soul. Think he won't let me within a mile of him? He’s got another thing coming. If getting my husband back means infiltrating his company and becoming his personal nightmare—I’ll do it. Watch out, darling, your wife is back!

The heart always betrays what time cannot silence. She had been in love with him since she was fifteen. Grayson Callaham — her brother’s best friend — the man who kissed her one night and loved her like no one ever had, only to shatter her the next day with his words. Seven years later, Eloísa Carver is a young cardiologist determined to leave the past behind… until the hospital’s new director turns out to be him — the man who broke her heart. Now Grayson is engaged, but nothing can erase what once burned between them. In every touch, in every glance, desire ignites again — dangerous and inevitable. Caught between guilt, secrets, and an attraction impossible to contain, they will discover that some loves never die… they simply wait for the right moment to echo.

I am Karolina Zaliznyak. Half the "mistake" of an escort, half the daughter of a mafia god who never held me with an ounce of tenderness. After his death, I tried to live a "normal life." But there is no escaping this world. Especially when your brother is a mafia boss who loves you so much he’s willing to chain an armed demon to your side. Solomon is my new bodyguard. Silent, cold, and dangerous. His eyes are darker than sin, and his hands were made to take lives. He is here to watch over me. To guard me. To keep me locked in a golden cage. How naive. If he was made to guard me, I was made to corrupt him. I won't just make his ice melt. I will make it boil. After all, I was born of sin. It's time to embrace my legacy.

I’m Hordiy Zaliznyak. Mafia boss. A sinner. I don’t pray—I punish. I’m used to ruling everything: people, cities, empires. But then I met her. A fairy. Wild. Bright. Free. She laughed when others trembled. Told me off when others bowed. And that sealed her fate. I made a mistake—I let her go. But now, I’ll do anything to make her mine. To wake beside me. To fight me and stay. To carry my name and my heart—already hers. I’ll give her the world if she wants it. And if she doesn’t—I’ll give it anyway. Because she was made for me. And I’ll make her see it. A sinner’s love knows no limits. She is the sinner’s beloved fairy. Mine. And no one will take her away.

I had to work one year at Cherniak’s company to get an apartment from my father. The task sounded simple enough — if it weren’t for one little detail: my boss. Hlib Volodymyrovych was a true tyrant who drove me absolutely insane for an entire year. And just when I had only one month left to reach my goal, we had a massive fight — and I was ready to walk away from everything. But fate threw me a curveball: Hlib had an accident… and lost his memory. So what did I decide? To take full advantage of the situation! Pretend to be his fiancée? Easy. Make him fulfill my every whim? With pleasure. But can I survive this last month and actually get what I came for? Who knows — because Hlib might not be as simple as he seems...

I was always the good girl. Daddy’s obedient daughter. Everything changed the day Dominique D’Amico—the ruthless mafia boss—decided I would be his. With a debt my father could never repay, my fate was sealed. Now, beneath the shadow of D’Amico’s empire, my life becomes a dangerous dance between loyalty and power. If the king of the mafia wants me as his queen, so be it.

Grace has never been the perfect daughter. She’s rebellious, impulsive, and the kind of woman everyone should stay away from. Lucas had no idea she was his partner’s daughter when he kissed her in a bar—when he touched her and wanted her. Now, that same young woman who pushed him to lose control will be under his authority, leading him straight into temptation. Grace wants him to fall into her trap… and Lucas is already falling. The problem? Her father is determined to find her a husband who can “control” her. An even bigger problem? He succeeds. Something much worse? On her wedding day, her father’s partner kidnaps her—because he can no longer escape Grace’s spell. Forbidden desire, power, and secrets—neither of them is prepared for the consequences of that dirty game.

They say that in Caroline Bell's, life begins at midnight for certain creatures. In this town, Drago, a werewolf, meets Eternity, the young woman who should never have crossed his path. Her heart does not remember the beating of a forgotten love, but destiny is still written in the stars. Their union could only be the first step towards destroying their world, marking the beginning of an era where blood will mix with secrets that should remain buried. A political war between clans is looming. Two hearts divided for different reasons, destined to meet despite the centuries. _________________________ All rights reserved © Partial or complete copying of this work is prohibited. Code: 1487645671258 Year of creation: 2010. Draft version: 2025 Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Who, if not me, knows what bad luck really is? Seriously, don’t even worry about getting into trouble when I’m around — I’ll find it and fall headfirst into it before you do. It’s like I was born with a talent for disasters. But hey, I’m not upset. I truly believe that if life keeps messing with me, then love has to be where my luck finally turns. That’s why I lied to my parents, telling them I was moving to the capital to continue my studies… when in fact, I’m here to win the heart of a man I fell for at first sight. Mature, handsome, and way too serious. Problem is… during our first meeting, he didn’t even notice me. But guess what? I’m not giving up. My luck isn’t a total jerk after all. Because now… I’m his intern.

Valentina is a determined and hardworking young university student, but she is about to be evicted from her small apartment. Desperate for a job, she comes across a nanny advertisement on a website and doesn’t hesitate to apply. The job is to take care of Felipe, the son of Aslan, a cold and calculating CEO who constantly changes nannies due to his demanding schedule and the difficult personality of his son. Although Felipe lacks attention, he is intelligent and observant, making the job even more challenging. As Valentina struggles to build a connection with Felipe, she begins to realize that Aslan, cold and distant, may not be as impenetrable as he seems. As she grows closer to the child and learns more about the CEO's life, the three begin to form an unexpected and deep bond.

- Why do you need me? You had an agreement for Khrystyna. Why test me too? - I like to cover my bases, - he slides an intrigued gaze over me. – And as you can see, not without reason. Your sister didn’t suit me; she’s ready to spread her legs for the first guy who buys her a cocktail. So, you will be my wife. - I don’t want to. I didn’t agree to this. Let me go. - Little girl, don’t you get it? There’s no going back. Consider yourself sold by your uncle. And you cost me a lot, considering how much money he borrowed from me. So, you’d better be good and worth that amount. - You’re insane. This is kidnapping. It’s illegal. - Don’t you know? In this city, I am the law, - he snaps at me, and I freeze. – So, sit quietly.

Once, I lived the right way. I never allowed myself too much. I was the girl people were proud of. And then I was broken. So I made a decision — to be wrong. A club. A night with a stranger. A world where everything is for sale — except feelings. I was supposed to survive. Instead, I began to rise. Everyone wanted me. And soon, I started wanting it too. But when people reach for you, there is always someone ready to pull you under. This is not just an erotic story. It is a story about a fall that looks like a rise. And about the question that hurts until the very last page: What if love is just another game?

Once, I made a very strange deal with a certain man to save my family from debts. He demanded that I bear him an heir, raise the child for the first few years, and then hand him over. I managed everything except the last point. I cannot give up the child because he is my own flesh and blood son. And I will fight for him.

Here is the translation of the provided text into English: --- “I want to talk to you.” “There’s nothing to talk about,” he says too sharply. “There is something. A month ago, we slept together.” “I didn’t know you were Petro’s daughter. I wouldn’t have touched you otherwise.” “Are you afraid of him?” “I don’t want to ruin business relations.” “I hate to disappoint you, but they’re already ruined.” “What do you mean?” he asks, grim and tense. “Artur, that night has consequences,” I say, holding my breath. “What kind?” he hisses, piercing me with a stern gaze. “This morning, I took a pregnancy test,” I pause, giving him time to process. “And it showed a positive result.”

— What do you want? — I ask. He tilted his head to the side, and his gaze slid over my body, sending goosebumps skittering across my skin. — I want a lot of things. But you will be enough, — he answered in a low timbre that stirred a storm inside me. — Let me go. I’m not a thing… — You’re right. No thing costs as much as you do. I held my breath when the tips of his fingers brushed a dark strand of my hair. — You’d better behave, stay quiet and obedient… — No, — I shook my head. — I won’t… In a split second his hand was at the back of my head, forcing it back. I let out a sound more from fear than from pain, and went still when the man’s face came dangerously close. — Starting today, you don’t have the right to speak. You’ll do everything I tell you. You’ll be who I tell you to be

He was my first. I sold him my virginity, hoping I’d never see him again after that night. But this man decided otherwise. He’s used to getting what he wants, and now he wants me.

“Artur, I’m begging you, as a mature and reasonable man,” I say in a pleading tone, and he raises an intrigued gaze at me. “Let me go. You know your actions aren’t lawful. Sooner or later, I’ll get out of here anyway. Why do you need this trouble?” “Do you really think you’ll cause me any trouble, Tamila? I’ve handled worse,” he says, twisting his lips. “Yes, your presence here is a bit annoying, but nothing more. But I promised your father I’d help, and I will. Starting today, no more partying or hanging out, no clubs. Get ready for your wedding with Makar.” I storm out of the dining room, simultaneously irritated and crushed. So much for talking. What was I even hoping for?

Her heart belonged to another. Her life—no longer hers to control. When her father sealed a deal without her consent, Margarita lost more than just her freedom—she lost the right to her own future. Her new “husband” is wealthy, powerful, and dangerous. A man used to getting everything he wants. Except her love. There is no trust in this marriage. Only rules, a game of survival, and a tension that grows with each passing day. But behind the mask of coldness and cruelty hides something more. Something that could destroy them both… or heal what’s broken. An arranged deal. A forbidden emotion. An explosive passion. Married Off to the Stranger is a gripping romance that will leave you breathless. Are you ready to witness a love born in the dark?