The Mafia's Heir's bride - Chapter 145: A shadows that wears a smile

Alexander Blackwell has always been a man of taste, charm, and relentless ambition—traits he inherited alongside the world’s largest fortune. When his legendary father, a trillionaire who built an empire from nothing, passes away, Alexander wakes up to a reality most could only dream of: unlimited power, endless wealth, and a blank canvas to shape his legacy.But Alexander isn’t content with simply inheriting the Blackwell name; he’s determined to redefine it. From purchasing private islands to creating monuments of vanity, hosting the most exclusive events, and launching ventures that blur the line between brilliance and indulgence, he sets out to make himself unforgettable.To Alexander, ambition and excess go hand in hand. After all, what’s the point of having everything if you’re not building something bigger? What’s the point of having it all if you aren’t living like it?Disclaimer:This work is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All trademarks, brand names, and other proprietary rights mentioned or depicted are the property of their respective owners and are used for illustrative purposes only. This work is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand, company, or individual mentioned. All rights reserved.

With a father as strong as the highest heavens themselves, Gravis wasn't required to step into the cold and ruthless world of cultivation. But when Heaven used him in a scheme to get back at his father, Gravis realized that he needed strength to gain true freedom.

As long as he remained his weak self, he would always remain beneath Heaven’s oppression. Only true power brings true freedom. To gain strength, Gravis ventured into the lower worlds to start his cultivation under true life and death tempering.

Only a strong will, which had been forged in striving for every resource available, would allow him to reach the peak. Heaven’s strongest weapon was Lightning of Divine Punishment, and only if he made this weapon his, would he have a chance.

So, to overthrow Heaven,

Lightning Is the Only Way!

Yet, the path to power is painful.

Not everyone reaches the peak.

But Gravis will!

No matter how much pain he feels along the way!

The MC is Tom Riddle, but not that Riddle you think of.Starting from Hogwarts, Tom travels all over — to America, France, Germany — grinding hard to grow stronger.Note: the story is a mix of comedy, slice of life, and adventure.#Fantastic Beasts #Harry Potter #Gellert Grindelwald #Andros the Invincible #Rayquaza Pokemon_____________Alt titles: (Hogwarts: I’m Tom Riddle, Not the Dark Lord) & (Hogwarts: I’m Tom Riddle, and I Can Summon Legends?!)__________________________The cover is from [Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina], the same as the original author’s cover. There’s a high chance that his system has the ability to summon characters from other worlds.__________________________Support me and read +50 advanced chapters at: patreon.com/_Coreal

This Book is strictly 18+. It contains explicit sex scenes and violence.___Davina had always longed for love. Branded an outcast at school and blamed for her father’s death, even her mother abandoned her for a new life of happiness, leaving Davina trapped in a dead end with no way out.Thrown into the household of a cruel Alpha as his unwanted stepdaughter, Davina unexpectedly gained something else; three broken Alpha brothers.Shawn’s coldness made her thirst for more of his touch which sent chills down her spine. Uriel’s smile and warmth made her want to be locked under the sheets with him all day. And Ethan’s mischievousness made her look forward to the pleasure she would get every night. Despite the family tension, Davina found herself drawn to them, ensnared by their presence, and overwhelmed by a dangerous desire she couldn’t control. But life was far from merciful.When life pushed her to the wall, she fought back, shaming those who had written her off. She became a strong full-blooded wolf but at what cost? Bodies and secrets lined her path to the top with the love she managed to find slipping out of her hands.