A Reluctant

# STUBBORN Ming Yao suffered from severe insomnia. In her last life, she had even died because of it. Coming back to life once more, she woke up to a moody tyrant husband by her side. The man threw divorce papers at her. “Sign it! We’re getting a divorce!”Ming Yao signed the agreement without a word. However, she regretted it in less than a night. She realized that she still suffered from severe insomnia in this life. No medicine could cure her, and the only thing that made her fall asleep was her husband’s clear, crisp breathing. Everyone said that Madam Gu loved Fourth Master Gu. Even though she was abused all day long, she still treated him like her first love. Until one day, Ming Yao finally developed a drug for her insomnia. At the banquet, she held a superstar’s arm with a bright smile, then threw divorce papers at Gu Siye.“Mr. Gu, the papers have been signed. From now on, we’ll have nothing to do with each other!” Fourth Master Gu tore up the papers on the spot. He shoved her into a corner, his eyes sharp. “It’s fine if you want to leave, but return what you stole first!” “What did I steal?” “My heart!”Everyone ridiculed Ming Yao for being ignorant, incompetent, and frivolous. They waited for Fourth Master Gu to kick her out. Some media outlets boldly revealed that Ming Yao was dating the number one hacker in the world. The number one hacker: “Who spread such rumors? That’s my master!” Not long after, the media revealed that Ming Yao entered and left the same hotel as a luxury designer. The number one designer: “She’s my boss.” Seeing the woman dating different men every day, Fourth Master Gu was furious. He bit the woman’s lips and declared to the whole world, “Mrs. Gu belongs to me! Who dares to spread baseless scandals again?!”

In the land of Velmoria, where kingdoms rise and fall under the weight of power and lust, Princess Redgold has always been sheltered behind castle walls. Innocent, untouched, and promised to a noble suitor she does not love, she longs for adventure beyond duty, unaware that fate has far greater plans for her. On the night of the Eclipsing Moon, when desires are whispered to the heavens and sins are sealed in the dark, Redgold is abducted by King Kaizer of Tenebris Noctis—a ruler as feared as he is irresistibly magnetic. Taken to his court, where pleasure and power intertwine, she learns that she is more than a mere princess—she is the key to an ancient prophecy, a woman of untapped magic, and the one thing Kaizer cannot resist. But the king is no savior. His obsession is dangerous, and his touch is addictive. He does not beg for love, he claims, devours, and dominates. He wants her submission, her body, her loyalty. And as much as she fights him, Redgold soon finds herself drowning in a world of dark pleasures, wicked games, and sinful nights that leave her breathless. Yet, among the silken chains and silent moans, danger lurks. The Shadow Veil Court, a secretive faction of elite warriors and sorcerers, plots to use Redgold for their own gain. Arachne, the blind oracle, warns of an enemy even darker than Kaizer. And Flix and Trix, the mischievous elves, see the truth no one else does—Kaizer might be her captor, but another seeks to claim her soul. As Redgold is caught between powerful men, forbidden desires, and deadly betrayals, she must decide: will she surrender to pleasure and embrace the beast inside Kaizer, or will she break free and risk everything for a passion that might consume her completely?

Brilliant but emotionally scarred, Rein, a prodigy in his past life, finds himself reincarnated as the eighth prince of a crumbling kingdom in a fantastical world of swords and magic. Born from the king's drunken tryst with a maid, Rein is seen as a nobody in the royal hierarchy. Yet, his sharp mind and newfound happiness in this strange new life are short-lived as he becomes embroiled in deadly royal politics, the looming threat of war, and the resurgence of a Demon King bent on global annihilation. Armed with his prodigious intellect, a keen sense of humor, and a deep desire to find purpose, Rein must navigate betrayal, love, and adventure in a world that’s more dangerous than he ever imagined.

"Two Alphas. One Prophecy. A battle between an obsessed stalker and fated mate." Cael never wanted to be alpha. . He just wanted freedom, to find his mate and live a normal life. But when his father was betrayed and killed, Cael had no choice but to fight and take his place. Now trapped in endless battles to protect his business empire and pack land, which happened to be rich with the coveted moonstone, he has become cold, untrusting, and ruthless, which isolated him from his pack and friends. But when fate brings Elisa into his life, everything changes; something about her stirs all the longing he’s spent years burying to become a successful alpha. Elisa, an omega with a suppressed wolf, has always felt different. Hidden and overprotected by her parents, she doesn’t know that a prophecy ties her to unimaginable power. After an attempt on her life, she joins the Silverclaw Pack under Cael’s protection. With danger lurking in the shadows, she begins to uncover truths about herself—and confusing feelings for the cold alpha that protects her. But Cael isn’t the only one that wants Elisa. Dante, a ruthless alpha hiding his wolf, has spent years stalking her. He knows about her powers and will stop at nothing to claim her, even if it means tearing her away from the one man who may be her soul mate. When an unplanned pregnancy rips Cael and Eli apart, Dante steps in, offering comfort when she feels hurt and betrayed. Two alphas compete for her heart—only one can earn her trust. Will Cael manage to open his heart in time to save Elisa? Or will he give Dante a chance to claim her

Magno é o segundo filho de senhores feudais de um grande império, porém com a morte de seus pais seu irmão mais velho, Charles, teve que assumir a administração do feudo, porém após 10 anos de administração, Charles e Magno, desconfiam de estar havendo uma conspiração golpista contra seu irmão no dia do desfile da homenagem da morte dos seus pais, e para isso Charles se prepara para essa ação golpista e Magno deverá demonstrar a força militar da cidade onde administra à anos.

When Jin Luo, heir to the prestigious Jin family, asks humble (poor) Li Mei to pose as his wife for a day, their ruse takes an unexpected turn - a lifetime commitment. However, there's 'one' issue.... Li Mei doesn't know how to cook, no business idea, zero possiblity of being a wife, and the 'idea dream wife' in the eyes of Jin Luo's mother.

All his life he fought Heaven and Hell. They demanded that he, as the Antichrist, unleash the Apocalypse. He would be damned if he did. Can he overcome his reluctance to fight so he can save his newfound family? And can he save humanity from its seemingly inevitable doom?

Candy is a 20-year old lady who is in a relationship with Dane but she is still in love with her toxic ex Freddy she feels Dane doesn't satisfy her sexual needs but he loves her whereas Freddy meets her sexual needs but he treated her badly when they were together

A chapter a day is a journey into the lives of different characters in different worlds. Their stories Interlace to form a storyline with dimensions and depth to it. Each character is not a minority and it relevance can not be down played. Every chapter represent a main character with it's own terms and personality, thereby taking you to a different world in each chapter.

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When Adrian stepped into college, he thought he had life all figured out. But as the years unfold, he finds himself swept into a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and the unpredictable nature of love. Between balancing academics, work, and personal struggles, Adrian navigates the ever-changing tides of campus life meeting new people, forming deep connections, and experiencing the highs and lows of young adulthood. As he grows, so do his perspectives on love, relationships, and who he truly wants to become. But in a world where nothing stays the same, can he keep up with the changes, or will he lose himself in the process?

Ngesa a once rich heiress is dumped by her fiancee and her father ends up committing suicide after he goes bankrupt.she ends up at the Claw where she is deflowered by a mysterious man.she gives birth to triplets and goes back to the city in search of a job and ends up working for the CEO who is the same gigolo she thought is the father of her kids

Li Yichen is the ruthless, untouchable CEO of Li Group, a multi-billion-dollar empire. Cold, calculative, and feared by everyone, he doesn’t believe in love—until he meets Xia Ruolan, an ordinary, struggling girl who accidentally spills tea all over his custom-made suit. Ruolan just wants to pay her rent, graduate, and live a peaceful life. She never expected to cross paths with the most powerful man in Beijing. And she definitely didn’t expect him to offer her a contract marriage. A dangerous game of power, secrets, and forbidden desire begins. But when the past comes knocking and hidden enemies surface, will Ruolan be able to survive in Li Yichen’s ruthless world?

"Ethan Thorne," an ordinary office worker, wakes up one day inside the pages of his beloved novel, "The Forbidden Legacy." Now an extra in the story, part of one of the four families, Ethan tries to live a regular life, but danger quickly finds him. As an extra, Ethan's presence disrupts the balance among the four families, leading to unexpected threats and hidden secrets. Struggling to adapt, Ethan must navigate tricky alliances, all while danger lurks around every corner.

“Listen for the buzz of the Golden Honeybee’s wings, Where it will guide you to a lonely mountain creek, Follow the path abandoned by the hearts of kings, And be sure not to make a single peep. Then, the White Tiger’s snores you’ll hear, Below the bright azure skies of crystal clear, Walk into the fiery sea of blazing chrysanthemums, Whilst being careful of the spirit foxes’ bums, And there, you will find me, Sleeping below the great hollow tree.”

Adrian Blackwood, a successful neurosurgeon and master of martial arts, sacrifices his life to save a little girl from certain death. Instead of finding eternal peace, Adrian wakes up as a baby in a new, unknown world. Frustrated and confused, Adrian—now named Kael—decides that this time, he won’t live for ambition or success. Instead, he plans to let life take its course and enjoy the simple things. However, as Kael grows up, he discovers that this world is not as ordinary as it seems. Mysterious forces, ancient secrets, and dangerous creatures await him in the forests surrounding his village. Kael’s new life becomes a journey of discovery, where he must decide whether to remain a passive observer or embrace his destiny and uncover the truth about the world—and himself.

At 28, Clara Hayes has mastered the art of wearing masks. To her colleagues, she’s the perpetually cheerful graphic designer who never misses a deadline. To her overbearing mother, she’s the dutiful daughter hiding her anxiety behind polished smiles. To the world, she’s a woman who “has it all together”—except she’s crumbling inside. Clara’s life unravels during a corporate presentation where a panic attack strips her façade raw. Humiliated and exhausted, she flees to a quiet coastal town, renting a cottage owned by an eccentric, free-spirited potter named Marisol. There, Clara stumbles upon a dusty journal in the attic, its pages filled with haunting sketches and anonymous confessions from a woman who once lived there decades earlier. The entries mirror Clara’s own suffocating duality: “I paint myself in colors the world approves of, but my soul is a grayscale.” As Clara tentatively befriends Marisol and a reclusive widower, Eli, who runs the town’s crumbling bookstore, she begins confronting the lies she’s told herself for years. Through their unconventional guidance—and the journal’s cryptic wisdom—she starts shedding her masks one by one. But vulnerability comes at a cost: her corporate career teeters, her mother’s disapproval intensifies, and a buried trauma from her teenage years resurfaces, threatening to drown her newfound courage. When Clara’s raw, unfiltered artwork—created in secret—goes viral, she faces a choice: return to the safety of her old illusions or step into the terrifying freedom of living unapologetically. But the journal hides a final secret, linking Clara’s journey to the cottage’s mysterious past, forcing her to question whether true authenticity is a rebellion… or a homecoming.

I had always thought that life and I were best friends, that luck would always be on my side, that I was the epitome of perfection itself but little did naive, little me know. Life is unfair, luck can be bad and perfection is easily shattered but I payed for it, I learned that information the hard and cruel way. Life betrayed me and took away my parents, perfection turned on me and disappeared before my eyes and luck? My luck went from bad to worse to worst. Have you ever had people in your life that stand by you, support you and give you good advice? If you have then you understand that those people become incredibly important people in your life that it's like they've become melded in you, they become part of your personality, your rock and you begin to admire them and believe that you would have never achieved what you have if not for them. You place them on a pedestal in your head, one far higher than yourself. Now imagine that those people turn their backs on you and betray you and you find out that all their "good" advice were just merely the worst possible advice one could ever receive wrapped up in a pretty pink ribbon. You find out that they are two faced snakes who came into your life just to deceive and destroy. The pain from that is simply indescribable, like if you were on top of a building and it begins crumbles from the ground up sending you falling down but this time instead of falling to your death, you fall down a dark well and begin to wonder a dark path of depression, guilt, self hate and depreciation and regret and I promise you that is a fate far worse than death. I loved watching Spy movies as a kid, I'd even dream about them. I always thought it looked so cool seeing the main character fly through the air and do awesome tricks and defeat the bad guy but everyone else around me disagreed. They all said that spies were bad people and were never to be trusted but I didn't listen, I only trusted what I knew. But when my childhood dream that became my reality was handed to me on a silver platter, I finally understood that all that glitters is not gold. The main character always loses everyone and everything and ends up alone and being a spy is far from the fantasy I'd imagined. A spy's life is nothing but a big lie and false documents made to deceive, infiltrate and annihilate the lives of others. I give you three pieces of advice to carry with you on this damned journey called life. Never, ever under no circumstances must you ever trust a spy they are wolves in sheep's clothing. TRUST NO ONE. Keep a good eye on your pillars, attack before they can make their move. Everything comes with a price some as just more horrid that others. ***** Author here, I hope you enjoyed reading the synopsis, it was really fun to write but for more elaboration; This story is about the adventures of Andrea and her three best friends but it focuses more on Andrea, as she's the main charcter but there are some chapters whers the POV will changeand focus on her friends ot those around her. Andrea, having growing up in a loving family, finds it hard to believe that all she has grown to believe is a lie. She discovers that truly everything is not as it seems as it seems in her world of undercover spies.

Synopsis In the grand halls of Averleigh Palace, a competition unlike any other unfolds. By royal decree, the firstborn daughters of noble families must compete for the honor of becoming Crown Prince Alexander’s bride. The trials will test their grace, wit, and resilience, but behind the glittering facade lies a court filled with secrets, ambition, and betrayal. Lady Evelyn has no desire for a crown, nor for the hand of a prince she has never met. With dreams of pursuing medicine rather than royalty, she refuses to play into the expectations of a future queen. Forced into the competition against her will, she vows to fail every trial and return home as soon as possible. But when a moment of fate places her at the center of the royal family’s attention—saving King Aldric’s life during a crisis—Evelyn finds herself in the spotlight she desperately wanted to avoid. The king favors her. The prince begins to take notice. And the other contestants? They are seething with resentment. Yet, unknown to all, Prince Alexander harbors a secret—a love outside the palace walls, one that could unravel the entire selection process. As tensions rise and betrayals unfold, Evelyn must navigate a world of power plays and whispered alliances, all while resisting the undeniable pull between herself and the very man she swore never to love. But in a game where hearts and thrones are at stake, can she truly escape her destiny? A tale of duty, defiance, and unexpected love, The Reluctant Crown is a royal romance where winning the prince’s heart may be more dangerous than losing it.

I died. That's obvious. But I was reborn. How? Don't ask me. Maybe it was some god. A divine being? Ah- It doesn't matter. My life burned away and now- well I'm stuck here in this black void. This dungeon. Maybe I had lived a pious last life. Laughable as that was. But I was given a second chance. Told to grow my dungeon, to create hulking monstrosities that would destroy the world. In short, I am now a villain. I am the consciousness of the dungeon, the little orb at the end my body. And still I live. A projection of a body is created - a trap - and I am that. I am the one to guide foolish adventurers to their death. My looks are curated. Soft features that entrap the mind. I am the dungeon. I am the projection, I am human, and I am the dungeon. And I will conquer all. Every being will bow before my might. "Before you're cuteness~" Ah- heh- that too... help... I didn't ask to look this cute!

"Is it just another campaign, or has she unknowingly made a pact with a demon himself?" When a girl called Anne looked for a team to play DND with, her warlock was the one to make a pact. Yet , she never thought that meeting her DM will have such a consequences. And when the game gets a little too personal and the stakes start feeling real, the line between game and reality begins to blur. In the end, her warlock wasn't the only one with a patron and sealed pact...

After getting hit by a bus, Edward gets sent to another world, forced to complete a mission to save it, which he successfully accomplishes. But just as he's about to enjoy his well-deserved hero life, a cosmic screw-up by the goddess sends him back to Earth. On the very same day, while saving his sister, Edward gets hit by a bus again, ending up back in front of the goddess. Now, in accepting a new reincarnation, he brings the goddess along to a new world, aiming for a peaceful life. However, he discovers that his fate is tied to saving a useless webnovel protagonist, complicating his aspirations for peace. "Well, killing all the villains is the easiest way to do that."