Cunning Vows

The Great Luminar War began a century ago—a conflict born not from gods, but from humanity itself. Lumina, a force created by man yet beyond scientific explanation, consumed the world in destruction. Only a decade ago, it was finally sealed away, ending the war at the cost of nearly all civilization. Yet, even now, as the world struggles to rebuild, there are those who seek to unseal it… for reasons only they know. In the midst of it all, Arden and Astrea were just children—two friends who played beneath the open sky, their lives untouched by the weight of history. But one day.......

In the kingdom of Seraphis, where the sky burns with constellations that whisper secrets to those who listen, a forbidden romance defies fate. Ophelia, a young astronomer with a gift she cannot control, hears the murmurs of the stars in her dreams. Each night, they reveal glimpses of a prince she has never met—his golden eyes filled with longing, his fate entwined with hers in ways she cannot understand. When the mysterious Prince Zoriel of the war-torn kingdom of Vordane arrives in Seraphis, she realizes he is the man from her visions. But Zoriel carries a terrible curse—one that ties his soul to the dying celestial heart of the world. As Ophelia unravels the truth behind the fading magic of the stars, she and Zoriel are hunted by those who would see the heavens fall. With time running out and war brewing, they must decide: break the laws of fate to be together, or let destiny pull them apart. But the stars have always been known to lie.

In a world where magic coexist, soren asura, a boy haunted by traumatic memories of magic, vows never to use it. Determined to create a portal connecting universes, he succeeds but miscalculates, causing reality to split. After passing out in the chaos, he awakens in a strange realm and encounters a darker version of himself, revealing his destructive past. Seeking redemption, Jayden confronts the truth about his choices and battles the light and darkness within.

Jacinta Ryzeftine’s life was never hers to begin with. Memories of a past existence crash down upon her, revealing the cruel truth — she has been reborn as the ill-fated third princess of the Illian Empire, a character in the tragic novel Crimson Sun. The story’s ending is certain: the guillotine waits, and so does the destruction of everyone she holds dear. But Jacinta refuses to surrender to the pages of fate. With the weight of two lives on her shoulders, she makes a solemn vow — to shatter the prophecy that binds her and rewrite the future with her own hands. No longer the naïve princess destined to die, she becomes a cunning player in the empire’s brutal game. Behind silken masks and shadowed corridors, she uncovers secrets that threaten to tear the empire apart. Allies emerge in unexpected places, while enemies sharpen their blades, eager to see her fall. Time is running out, and every choice draws her closer to the story’s bloody climax. But this time, Jacinta Ryzeftine will not be the one to kneel. Fate may have written her end, but she will write her own beginning.

EXCERPT "Do you know what I love about you, Stella?" he whispered, his voice low and dangerous as his eyes darkened with desire. Before she could respond, Simon leaned closer, his breath warm against her neck. Slowly, his fangs emerged, glinting in the dim light. His fingers traced a path along her skin, slipping beneath the fabric of her shirt, sending a shiver through her. "Those pure, innocent doe eyes of yours," he murmured, his voice almost tender, "the way they plead with me, like you think you can stop me." Panic flared in her chest, and she pressed against his firm body, trying to push him away. "Sir, please... I am married. This is wrong—it’s a sin to go after a married woman." His response was a low, rumbling chuckle that sent chills down her spine. It wasn’t just the sound of it; it was the darkness behind it. The amusement in his laughter terrified her. "And I am a sinner, my little fish," he replied, his voice dripping with menace as his eyes flashed with hunger, before sinking his fangs in her neck.

Elena Carter’s world shatters when her family loses everything overnight. Desperate to uncover the truth behind her father’s downfall, she strikes a dangerous deal—marry Adrian Sinclair, the cold and calculating billionaire who had a hand in her family's ruin. But this marriage is nothing more than a contract. One year. No emotions. No expectations. Yet, as secrets unravel and hidden truths come to light, Elena finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew. Why is Adrian protecting her? What is he hiding? And why does the line between deception and reality keep blurring? In a world where power is everything and trust is a luxury, falling in love was never part of the plan. But when the past comes knocking, will their fragile arrangement survive... or will the truth destroy them both?........

The execution of her family shattered Mei Liang, driving her to assassinate the emperor—only to meet her own tragic end. But fate is not done with her. Transmigrated in the body of another concubine, three years after her death, with a new family and a second chance, she vows to rise, outmaneuver her enemies, and claim the throne as empress. Yet, the emperor who once condemned her now watches her with an unsettling gaze. What secrets is he hiding? This time, she will have her revenge.

Mature Content (R-18+) “You deserve it all,” “How lowly of you to think you will be in the same league as ours,” “A slut who sleeps around could never be my Luna,” When Amelia Everleigh died, she was someone who was ridiculed even for breathing. Born as the prodigy of a powerful Healers family of the west, Amelia Everleigh always chose stones over diamonds for her family. It was known that her decoctions could heal the worst wounds, but not the wound in her heart. However, her love for her sister and alpha Killian led to her miseries. She sacrificed her happiness for her sister and married the ruthless Alpha King on behalf of her elder sister, only to flee with Alpha Killian the very night, thus betraying the royals. Betrayed by her sister and lover, she is shot by the Alpha King’s uncle, who wanted the throne. In her final moments, she vowed revenge, wishing for a miracle from the heavens. Reborn before her marriage, she intends to make everything right this time. However, things weren't so easy. While she vowed to protect the alpha king, her heart was falling for not only the alpha king but a mysterious man at the University, making things complicated, especially when both of them claimed her as theirs on her eighteenth birthday. ~~~ “You said you would protect me and be loyal to me, then prove it with your love and body,” The alpha king said before kissing her neck and pushing her onto the bed. ~~~ “Since you saved my life, this body belongs to you, and since I belong to you, I must take care of you,” The mysterious man said before pressing his lips against hers. ~~~ What will Amelia do in such a situation where the men are ready to play with her morals? Will she choose one of them, or will a darker truth about both of them leave her unable to choose? Things you can expect with this story– •Reverse Harem •Cunning female lead •Dominant, possessive, and obsessive Male leads •Different Species •No second-woman drama •Erotic scenes (18+) •Questioning morals

Violet Blackwood grew up with a perfect life. Her father was the Alpha of the Blue Rise pack, the pack members loved her, and she had a mate who was devoted to her. However, when she finds herself pregnant after an unfortunate premeditated scheme, the beautiful web of lies and deception comes crashing down, revealing the ugliness within. Violet leaves the pack with vows to return for revenge and take back what was hers. Sylas Hale was a mysterious and powerful rogue. No pack dared to cross paths with him, steering clear of him. However, that one night had their paths entangled. The connection between them went deeper than ordinary.

Love is the most beautiful thing, but not everyone gets their desired love. Some never find it, while others do—only to take it for granted. Love brings different experiences to different people, and for Zara and Zarif, it begins with a marriage neither truly wanted. Zarif’s heart was never hers to begin with. Forced into an arranged marriage after losing the woman he loved, he refuses to love her. But Zara isn’t a woman who waits for affection or begs for attention. Independent and self-assured, she refuses to suffer in silence. While Zarif drowns in his past, she moves forward—unbothered, unattached. And somehow, that shakes him more than any argument ever could. In a marriage built on broken promises and cold indifference, who will be the first to fall?

“Chantelle Bently, you’re a murderer! Why are you still alive? You should have been the one to die!” Daniel shoved her away furiously, his face as dark and empty as the black suit he wore. Chantelle was caught off guard and lost her balance, falling hard onto her pregnant belly. The pain was unbearable, and she cried out as her body trembled. Chantelle shook her head desperately. “I told you, it wasn’t me! It was Kate!” In a trembling voice, she pleaded, “Daniel, how many times do I have to say this before you believe me? I didn’t betray your family or the Wilson Group Of Companies, and I didn’t cause your grandfather’s death.” Anger and resentment appeared in Daniel’s eyes as he threw the divorce settlement in Chantelle’s face. “Sign this now! From this day forward, I’ll make you pay a thousand times for everything you’ve done!” The sight of the document struck Chantelle like a dagger to her heart. Her whole body froze as if she had been cast into the icy wastelands of Hell. **** Her twin sister framed her, and her perfect family was destroyed on Christmas Eve. Things got worse when her husband handed her a divorce agreement. A month later, rumors spread that she had died in prison from depression. Six years later, she returned with a new face to take her revenge. She was beautiful but dangerous. Daniel felt both devastated and irritated when he saw the mysterious woman. She had the same name as his dead ex-wife, whom he hated most and the one he believed was responsible for his grandfather’s death. Despite his anger, he couldn’t deny the strong attraction he felt toward her. In fact, he was fatally obsessed and addicted to her, and the anger that had controlled him for six years slowly started to crumble.

A conspiracy, the death of her parents, her brother in a coma, her boyfriend’s infidelity… For the sake of the company, she married him—the man who, in the eyes of the world, was ruthless and devoid of compassion. Eighteen years ago, she saved his life; Eighteen years later, he vowed a lifetime to her! After their marriage, she discovered that everything deemed unloving was nothing but an illusion! He asked her if she was willing to spend her life in solitude, yet ended up keeping her busy year after year. For her, he twice ruined his reputation and gave everything he had. To the world, he seemed incapable of love, but only she knew that his passion reached every corner of the earth. In his own unique way, he made sure everyone knew that she was the one and only cherished love of his past, present, and future!

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After dying from betrayal, Thomas reincarnates as Jolthar Kaelzhar, the neglected son of a powerful clan, just after his brothers kill him. With Jolthar's memories and the blessing of Qalena, Thomas vows to rise from his lowly position and claim power in his new life. [My Twitter id : https://x.com/8Lucifer69972]

Reborn as Javier De Armand, the youngest son of a lower rank noble household, former salaryman Nakamura Junichi faces a world of privilege, chaos, and responsibility.From his earliest days as a baby to his rise as a formidable adult, Javier’s life is anything but simple., Javier must navigate the expectations of noble society while pursuing his own freedom and dreams. As he grows, he learns that nobility comes with its burdens—managing territories, forging alliances, defending against enemies, and earning the respect of both his peers and the commoners he vows to protect. But life as a noble is no fairy tale. Rival families scheme for power, enemy threaten the borders, and kingdoms teeter on the brink of war. Being the youngest son places Javier in a unique position. Neither the heir nor the spare, he must carve out his own role within his family and society. With his sharp mind, decisive personality, and memories of his past life, Javier takes on challenges that many would shy away from.Recruit allies and build his own influence, carefully balancing his desire for independence with the duties expected of him as a noble. Along the way, he must navigate family dynamics, political challenges, and his ambition to leave a lasting mark on this fantastical world. In a realm where strength, wit, and cunning reign supreme, Javier's journey blends humor, slice-of-life moments, and lighthearted chaos as he crafts his own destiny while keeping those closest to him by his side.

born to Tyrion Lannister the dwarf of casterly rock and a whore with giants blood from the cold unforgiving North a month after roberts rebellion ended a baby boy is born with the soul of someone from earth but not a normal man a sociopath trapped by earths laws forcing him to live a normal life till now when he's given a chance in a world that only cares about strength how will he do well even I don't know but let's find out

Ayat never wanted this marriage. Ayan loved someone else. Forced into a bond neither of them chose, they found themselves trapped in a loveless relationship—or so they thought. As time passed, Ayat’s kindness and patience melted Ayan’s resistance, and love unexpectedly bloomed between them. Through hardships and happiness, they stood by each other, proving that love wasn’t just about choice—it was about fate. But just when everything seemed perfect, Ayat’s past returned, bringing a storm that shattered their fragile happiness. A single misunderstanding was enough for Ayan to walk away. He left, choosing distance over doubt. Will their love survive, or is this the end of a story that was never meant to begin?

Minato the best defensive player in all of Japan meets his match in a friendly 1V1. So he vows to beat Shinichi where it really matters on the court Infront of everyone to see. Showing he too can be a complete player.

Olivia Carter has the perfect life, a thriving career as a top lawyer, a devoted fiancé and a future meticulously planned. But everything shatters when she stumbles upon a shocking document: a marriage certificate with her name on it… and a stranger’s. Alexander Montgomery. A name she doesn’t recognize. A man she has no memory of marrying. As Olivia digs deeper, she uncovers a truth more dangerous than she ever imagined. Alex isn’t just any man, he’s a powerful man with alleged ties to the mafia. Desperate to erase this mistake before it destroys her engagement, Olivia seeks Alex out only to find herself trapped in a web of secrets, deception and an undeniable pull toward the man she should want nothing to do with. One truth remains some vows can’t be broken.

Kael, a superhumanly powerful and depraved villain, teleports to Taraku, a savage island of jungles, beasts, and a primitive tribe. With relentless lust and cunning, he subjugates the tribe.

Sloane Montgomery is fashion royalty. Bold, glamorous, and untouchable. As the CEO of Montgomery Atelier, she’s spent years proving she’s more than just a name, turning her family’s luxury fashion house into a global empire. She has everything. Power, wealth, and a reputation that keeps men at a distance. The last thing she needs is a husband, especially not one chosen for her in a billion-dollar business deal. Vincent Saint-Clair is a king in his own right. As the ruthless mastermind behind Saint-Clair Holdings, he owns the cities people live in. Luxury hotels, towering skyscrapers and private islands. He’s built his empire with precision and control, never once letting emotions cloud his judgment. Marriage? Just another contract. Love? A weakness he refuses to entertain. When their families arrange the ultimate merger, a marriage that will unite their empires, both are furious. Neither wants to be controlled, neither plans to submit, and neither expects the undeniable attraction that ignites between them. In public, they are the picture of a perfect power couple. In private, their marriage is a battlefield. A game of dominance, passion, and unspoken desire. But as their cold war turns into something more dangerous, the lines between love and hate begin to blur. A scandal threatens to break them. A betrayal shatters their fragile truce. And when the choice between power and love finally comes, only one question remains: Will they destroy each other… or build an empire together?

After being saved from a demon by a shadow wielder, young Kimikage vows to protect his village from darkness. To fulfill his promise, he must master the very shadows that threaten his home

25 weeks. 26 stories. Updates every Thursday until 26/12/2024. "Scream scream scream, oh your Lowly Screams. Pretty pretty pretty, the blood from your veins. Cunning cunning cunning, everything trying to hunt you. Bleeding crying dying, but don't panic have patience - your turn shall come too." A collection of 26 horror stories, each about a different fear/ fright. It'll get disgusting with gore and psychotism. Some messing with the brain. Don't start, if you can't continue. And once you start... don't panic, have patience. Your turn shall come too. No further context on what is to come - but if you can't bear the very first one (which I've envisioned to be the lightest of all) then do not tread any further! TRIGGER WARNING: Major gore. Cruel concepts and views. None of these are personal views and they aren't expected to motivate any sort of agendas. They are mere fictions. Please contact professionals in case you have the urge for any of this, or feel threatened in any similar ways. Mental health matters! Also, no specific warnings shall be provided at the start of stories!

In a universe where strength defines destiny, Wang Lin is an anomaly. Once an orphan struggling in the slums of a fortified city, Wang Lin's fate changes the day he awakens the Almighty Codex, a mysterious system that grants knowledge, assigns perilous quests, and offers him a path to power—at a cost. Betrayed by those he once trusted, he vows never to be weak again. But survival isn’t easy. Earth, once a thriving world, was devastated by the Aether Surge, a cosmic phenomenon that mutated life, birthed monstrous beasts, and attracted alien invaders. Humanity clings to survival in fortified cities, ruled by warring factions, while the wastelands are overrun by creatures capable of leveling civilizations. With his evolving Celestial Blade, a mind sharpened by hardship, and a system that demands as much as it gives, Wang Lin embarks on a path of ascension. His journey takes him from the brutal trials of Earth to the uncharted realms of Celestial Haven, a distant world where empires are forged and destroyed. Along the way, he binds Aether Contracts, summoning legendary figures such as: Su Daji, the Bewitching Fox Spirit – A cunning illusionist who tests his wit. Sun Wukong, the Battle Maniac – A fearless warrior who trains him through combat. Medusa, the Petrifying Queen – A cold strategist who forces him to prove his worth. Thalor, the Solar Titan – A cosmic guardian who warns him of the abyss ahead. But as his power grows, so does the danger. Across the vast galaxies, an ancient force stirs—the Voidborn, beings that consume entire dimensions. Their leader, Zarathul, the Eternal Devourer, offers Wang Lin a choice: Join him in reshaping the universe… or be erased from existence. In a final battle that spans galaxies, dimensions, and even time itself, Wang Lin must make the ultimate decision: Seize the power to become a god and risk losing his humanity, or forge his own path and defy the will of the cosmos. From the ruins of Earth to the thrones of the stars, this is the legend of Wang Lin. This is… Celestial Ascent.

In a world where fate seemed sealed, Ray seized a rare opportunity to rewrite his past. Reincarnated eleven times, he had repeatedly failed to vanquish the hero protagonist who stood in his way. The unwavering support of the twelve Heroines, who rallied behind the hero protoganist with unshakeable loyalty, had made him successful in taking down the Villain, Ray. Undeterred, Ray concocted a cunning plan. He would charm the Heroines, making them fall deeply in love with him. With their hearts in his grasp, he would manipulate their actions, crippling their ability to aid the hero in the impending final war. As the villain, Ray relished the chaos he would unleash upon the world. He would taunt the hero, making himself the ultimate target. But that was just the only beginning of his plan, as he would do much more evil things that would seem crazy for a human being to do. Yet, Ray's ultimate goal was to claim the Heroines as his own, transforming them from the hero's destined harem into his loyal wives. Armed with the knowledge gleaned from his past lives, Ray was determined to turn the tables. This was his last chance at redemption, and he vowed not to squander it. With ruthless ambition burning within, Ray set out to orchestrate his ultimate triumph. Updates: 1-2 chaps per day for now.

Shanazer has been running all her life, from the time she was nine years old, now 15 years and still on the run, a bounty of 2 billion US dollars is on her head. She had been dumped at Belgravia orphanage at the age of two. The only life she knows is the one from the orphanage. Today, while escaping, might mark her last day of her existence when a miracle occurs, and she can't explain, and probably she will never do. She vows to exert revenge on all who made her safer from the time she was nine.

in a world of supernatural beings and battle between vampires and werewolves. carl a boy who lost his mother in the hands of these beings at the age of three vows to take revenge and get stronger, find out how he became the reaper the one who kills mercilessly and learns new secret about his mother's death.

Branded as an ill-fated woman, Evelyn Carter returns to her home country, only to be arranged into an unexpected marriage with Adrian Lancaster, the youngest heir of the most powerful family in the city. Rumors say that Adrian has been weak and frail since childhood and won’t live past 28. To Evelyn, this marriage is nothing more than a temporary cage—once he’s gone, she’ll finally be free. But things take an unexpected turn. The sickly billionaire turns out to be anything but weak. Beneath his reserved and indifferent demeanor lies a man who is possessive, cunning, and dangerously obsessed—with her. Once known for his lack of interest in women, Adrian now has eyes only for Evelyn. As she tries to keep her distance, he pulls her closer, his deep gaze filled with undeniable desire. “Didn’t you say you can’t lift your hand or move your shoulders?” she questions skeptically. Adrian smirks, leaning in. “Wife, let’s have a baby to inherit my billions.” Evelyn: “…” Between whispered secrets, hidden schemes, and an unexpected romance, Evelyn soon realizes she may not be the only one trapped in this marriage. Will she fight against fate, or will she fall into the arms of the man she once wished to escape? A steamy, angsty billionaire romance filled with passion, power, and a love that defies expectations.