Claiming The System Heart

In the war-ravaged kingdom of Eldara, dragons are no longer just beasts — they are kings. The most feared among them, King Vaerion, has ruled the skies for a millennium with blood and fire. When Liora, a frail slave girl with a hidden gift, is offered as a tribute to calm his fury, she expects to be burned alive. But the Dragon King does not kill her. He claims her. Beneath the dark cliffs of his obsidian palace, Liora is thrust into a world of brutal desire, ancient magic, and political war. But she is no longer powerless. A dragon’s bond awakens something inside her — something primal, something unstoppable. And when the world threatens to steal her freedom again, she will rise. Even if she has to burn it all.

*Shadows of the Heart* is a gripping romance-action novel set in the pulse of modern-day Lagos. It follows *Edward*, a man trying to outrun a violent past and live a quiet life in the shadows. But when a chance encounter with a fearless journalist, *Lena*, pulls him into a dangerous conspiracy, Edward is forced to choose between staying hidden and becoming the man he once was. As the city’s secrets unravel, Edward and Lena must navigate betrayal, rising tension, and an undeniable bond that could change everything. Packed with emotional depth, explosive action, and moments of dark humor, *Shadows of the Heart* is a story of healing, purpose, and the fight to protect what matters—when love and survival are both on the line.

“Forgive me, Emerald. I have wronged you. Please... come back to me and be my Luna again.” I sneered. Luna? Pfft. He couldn't be compared to an omega in my pack. Why would I be with him again? --- Betrayed by her mate. Framed for a crime she didn’t commit. Cast out to die. Forced to walk away, Emerald Lycanis returns—not as a Luna, but as an Alpha. And when three powerful Alphas arrive at her coronation, each claiming her as their mate, the werewolf world is thrown into chaos. But the biggest shock? The Rogue King steps forward—her true mate, the one promised to her long ago. These men aren’t just drawn to her strength; they crave her, challenge her, and awaken something primal within her. With enemies closing in and an old obsession refusing to let go, Emerald must choose and fight. They want her power. They want her heart. She takes them all. Because an Alpha Queen bows to no one—but her kings will bow to her.

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They think she’s a myth. A prize to claim. A body to breed. “Cute. Let them try.” Living among humans as “Astrid”, selling potions and pawning herbs to keep her ailing father alive, Rhiannon Astrid Vale has mastered the art of survival—hiding her claws, her scent, and the dangerous secret nestled in her blood.  She’s not just a werewolf. She’s alpha-born. And worse? She can hear every filthy, possessive, broken thought a wolf dares to have about her. When a hunt for rare herbs spirals into a nightmare, Rhiannon is captured and dragged into the brutal world of werewolf politics on an auction block. Sold to the infamous Bloodfang Pack—a council of five rival alpha brothers barely held together by blood and violence—she becomes the most valuable prize in existence. To them, she’s a rare, breedable, power incarnate. To her? They’re five obsessions waiting to be unravelled. Because Rhiannon isn’t just rare—she’s the living legacy of the she-wolf who cursed their kind two centuries ago. Her blood holds the key to saving or dooming every last one of them. And whether the curse breaks or burns depends on one thing: Who she chooses. Trapped between dominance and desire, with five alphas clawing for her body and her loyalty, Rhiannon doesn’t beg. She seduces. She manipulates. She makes them burn for her until they’re ready to tear each other—and the world—apart. But as passion twists into something terrifyingly close to love, and every kiss threatens to unravel her defences, Rhiannon faces a brutal choice: Burn the pack from within to save herself... Or let herself be devoured by five alphas who would bleed the moon dry just to keep her. She came in chains. She might just leave crowned in blood.

She was to marry the man who led the attack on her people. After her father is murdered, Circe is forced to leave her home and become a prisoner of the enemy. When she is taken to the enemy territory, she expects to be tortured physically in every way imaginable. But what she hadn't expected was for the vampire king to offer her up as a bride to his illegitimate son, the very same man that had her people slaughtered. It was a fate worse than torture. With her little brother's life on the line and with nowhere to run, Circe is forced to succumb to her fate. Right then she vowed in the name of her dead father to bring her husband to his knees. She would have her revenge, even if it meant destroying herself in the process. From the first time Prince Ragnar laid eyes on Circe, he knew she was going to be trouble. But trouble had never looked so intriguing. She was a puzzle he couldn't solve and that fact only drew him closer. Like a moth to a flame, she threatened to consume him. She would be his very own demise. Circe's presence in Lamora awoke something sinister, a malicious entity roaming the lands. From dusk till dawn, the streets of Lamora becomes engulfed in a strange fog and from within the voice of a woman can be heard. Anyone who wanders out at night when the fog comes, vanishes seemingly without a trace. Never to be found again. what happens when Circe's brother becomes a victim of this evil presence? What happens when Circe has no other choice but to team up with her husband, who she despises, in order to find the truth behind the disappearances and the evil magic plaguing their lands.

She faked a name to survive. She never meant to steal three Alphas hearts. Charis Greye was born to be a pawn—engaged to the Alpha King’s son and abused by the very man who called himself her father. But on the night she finally breaks, she vanishes—erasing her past and assuming a new identity as Eamon Riggs, a supposed son of an Alpha accepted into Ravenshore Academy. The catch? Ravenshore doesn’t admit outsiders. And it definitely doesn’t admit girls. Now, trapped in a school built for the deadliest young Alphas in the Kingdom, Charis must keep her identity hidden while navigating a dangerous world of shifting alliances, academy secrets and the brutal revenge of a SCORNED HUMAN, WOMAN!!! As if that wasn’t enough…three Alphas are watching her closely. One is her vengeful ex-mate. One is a ruthless strategist hunting lies. One is a charming playboy who is dying and might need her to survive. But Charis carries a mark that could destroy them all—one that could reshape their world or burn it down. The wrong mate The wrong name. The wrong Alphas. And if she chooses wrong again… it won’t just be her heart that breaks.

Zara Blake never believed in fairy tales and certainly not in happily-ever-afters. So when she signs a marriage contract with Adrian Kane Williams, the cold, ruthless billionaire who offers to pay her mother’s hospital bills in exchange for one year of marriage she knows exactly what she’s walking into. A business deal, a transaction, and nothing more. But from the moment she steps into his penthouse, Zara realizes she’s entered a world built on secrets, scars, and shadows and none more dangerous than the one behind Adrian’s steel-gray eyes haunted by the sudden disappearance of his first bride, Adrian views Zara as nothing but a stand-in. A prop to maintain appearances. A woman to keep at arm’s length. Yet the more they clash, the closer they draw. Their fake marriage begins to blur at the edges. Glances turn to touches. Hatred turns to tension. And just as something real begins to bloom between them, his past returns with a vengeance. Because the woman Adrian was supposed to marry is back. And she’s not alone. Now, Zara must fight not only for her heart but for her place in a life that was never meant to be hers. In a city of lies, love might be the biggest betrayal of all.

After getting hit by the truck, Luke was reincarnated as a target character in a reverse harem game. He was supposed to throw away his fiancée—the Villainess—and mindlessly follow the Protagonist. A side character he was destined to be, however, even if Luke accepts his fate as a side character, he cannot let the Villainess meet with the same dead end. ----------- Additional tags: No yaoi, no yuri, no NTR. Obsessive character, possessive character, solo-romance, no harem, early romance, possible lemons.

Imprisoned since birth for being half-human, half-demon, Kajin was treated as a disgrace, tortured, abused, and trained not to survive, but to suffer. His only worth? A forbidden magic once wielded by the First Demon King, capable of conquering the world. Now he’s broken free. With a burning hatred and power unlike any before him, Kajin escapes to the human world, hunted by the family that caged him. After a brutal battle in the city of Albion, he collapses, only to awaken in the care of a long-lost sister. He has one goal: tear down the Demon Royal Family and claim the crown for himself. Vengeance burns in his blood, but the world beyond the palace is vast, cruel, and filled with enemies. To survive, Kajin must decide, will he become the next Demon King… or something far more terrifying? (also being posted on RoyalRoad: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/761708/fictions)

MATURE Life hasn’t been kind to me. One moment, I was a carefree eighteen-year-old with dreams of a bright future. The next, I was a 28 year old lady and my world went up in flames. literally. My mom died in the fire that destroyed our home, my little sister is in a coma, and my brother’s in jail for trying to keep us afloat. My dad? He left us drowning in debt and despair. I thought I’d hit rock bottom, but then I found myself working in a place where dreams go to die, doing things I never imagined just to survive. That’s when he walked into my life, Alex Romanov. Dangerous. Mysterious. And entirely out of my league. He’s everything I should fear, but there’s something about him that draws me in. Maybe it’s the way he looks at me like I’m more than just another broken soul. Or the way he makes me feel alive when I thought I’d forgotten how. But Alex has secrets, dark ones that could destroy us both. And as my past collides with his world, I’m left wondering: Can I trust the man who’s slowly stealing my heart, or will his darkness swallow me whole? This isn’t the life I wanted, but it’s the one I’ve been given.

The fantasy journey of a boy determined to become the strongest dungeoneer. Due to a family curse, Kaiden does not gain ability points upon leveling up. The only way he can become stronger is through sheer hard work and determination!

Angel’s life has never been picture-perfect. After losing their parents at a young age, her two older brothers—Dave and Alvin—stepped up and raised her the best they could. From barely surviving to building their now-successful fashion boutique, DALVIN, the trio has been through everything together. But life doesn’t always go according to plan. Angel had to drop out of university in her first year, all thanks to a financial mistake her brothers made. While they worked hard to fix it and rebuild their lives, Angel put her dreams on pause—until now. Back in school and determined to focus on her future, the last thing Angel expects is him. Alex. Arrogant. Mysterious. And somehow always where she doesn't want him to be. Their first encounter? A literal accident. Something hits her—literally—and she lands in the arms of the most frustratingly attractive guy on campus. From then on, it’s nothing but sparks, sarcasm, and stares that last too long. They argue, they banter, they clash at every turn… but behind the fights is a slow, electric pull neither of them can explain. And in the middle of it all, Angel must balance the love of the two men who raised her—and the one who might be stealing her heart. Love Happened is a heartwarming, hilarious, and emotional story of family, second chances, and finding love in the last place you expect...

She only wanted to disappear. He was never supposed to notice her. Lyra Elmont has built her life on invisibility—an unbonded Omega hiding in the corridors of the powerful Virelux Corporation. But a single misstep at the company gala ends in heat, instinct, and a night in the arms of the Alpha she fears most: CEO Cassian Dorne. She flees before dawn. Leaves no name. No trace. Except for a broken heirloom earring... and the bond neither of them expected. Now, as Lyra battles rising instincts and a pregnancy she can’t explain away, Cassian is drawn to a scent he can’t forget—haunted by a ghost he never knew he touched. Secrets unravel, tensions rise, and instinct threatens to destroy the careful world they’ve built. In a society where bonds define status and secrecy is survival, some claims are impossible to erase.

One night. No consequences. That’s what he promised me. When Damien Cross—Manhattan’s most enigmatic billionaire—slipped a midnight invitation into my clutch, I should have said no. I should have walked away from the hunger in his silver eyes and the secrets lurking behind his perfect smile. But I didn’t. I went to his penthouse. I let him touch me. And in a single, breathless moment, I surrendered everything I thought I knew about desire. Now I’m tangled in a world of luxury and temptation I can’t escape. He says he doesn’t do commitment. He says he can’t offer more than tonight. But every time he whispers my name, every time he drags me to the edge of pleasure, I start to believe the most dangerous lie of all— That I can survive loving a man who was never meant to be mine.

Have you ever imagined suddenly being transported from your ordinary life into a world that contains all the worlds you used to see in anime, manhwas, games, and series? An ordinary person finds himself in this strange world, carrying only his phone, his pen, and ten dollars. Amid hardships and mysterious encounters, he must learn how to survive, search for his family, and face challenges he never imagined. A journey full of hope, pain, and strength, where the reader discovers that survival isn’t just about fighting, but also about believing that tomorrow will be better .

At 28, Phuby is an unemployed otaku in Cirebon, Indonesia, struggling to find purpose after years of disappointment. Just when he’s on the verge of giving up, a mysterious system appears—changing his life in ways he never imagined. As he navigates new opportunities, unexpected connections, and the weight of his past, Phuby finds himself on a journey of self-discovery, love, and renewal. PS. if you like this novel, thank you for liking my creation, but if you don't like it, Please, no need for the negative comment and just leave, thank you very much ^_^

Raised by an abusive father who wants to sell her for a quick buck, Fleur needs a way out. She’s desperate, and when she encounters the handsome and enigmatic Ezekiel, she sees him as her only hope. Fleur doesn’t realize that Ezekiel is more than just a pretty face―he is a celebrity that has millions of fans. All she knows is that he has helped her once, and with the right price, he will help her again. So when he lists his condition, Fleur jumps at the opportunity. “Sleep with me. No strings attached.” Selling her body to this hunk of a man for a month of protection seems like an awfully great deal, especially when the alternative is to be sold to a balding man in his sixties. However, what Fleur doesn’t realize that she is selling more than just her innocence. She is selling her soul to a demon who feeds off lust. And Fleur just so happens to satiate his thirst more than any other woman has ever done so.

Kaito is the only known human left in a universe where humanity is extinct. Almost everyone wants him dead. But something… or someone wants him alive. He’s hunted by intergalactic governments and haunted by the mysterious power growing inside him. With the help of the S-ranked elven Star Traveler captain Elara and her crew, the Starlight, Kaito journeys across countless worlds, clashing with empires, cosmic well guardians, and the demons of his and the universe’s past—all in search of one thing… The Cosmic Heart. Heart of the Cosmos is a sci-fi, shonen-meets-seinen space opera with martial arts, interstellar warfare, cosmic powers, and emotional moments. *For fans of Naruto, One Piece, Fate, Bleach, and Star Wars.

a young woman living in Seoul with her Halmoni from Jeju. Ayoung has a crush on her school best friend and dreams of a happy future with him, but her life takes an unexpected turn when she accidentally meets her favorite idol, Hwang Min Su. As she falls in love with Min Su, Ayoung must navigate the challenges of a long-distance relationship and the scrutiny of the public eye. With the support of her friends and family, Ayoung must learn to balance her love for Min Su with her own dreams and aspirations. As the story unfolds, readers will be captivated by the heartwarming moments of love and the struggles of a young woman discovering herself in a world of fame and fortune. Join Ayoung on her journey of self-discovery and experience the true power of love in When The Heart Blossoms. As you dive into the pages of this story, imagine yourself as one of its characters. Allow yourself to feel their emotions, experience their joys and sorrows, and discover their hidden truths. Only then will you fully comprehend the depth and richness of this tale. Through your own eyes, you will uncover the secrets that lie within its carefully crafted words, and understand the layers of meaning that exist beneath the surface. So take a deep breath, and allow yourself to be swept away by the magic of this story, for it is only by becoming a part of it that you will truly understand its beauty.

What if two people entered your life... One makes your heart race, as if your souls have known each other for a thousand years. The other walks silently by your side, shielding you from the storm, never saying much, but never once leaving. …Then who is the one that truly loves you? In hazy dreams beneath the moonlight and rustling bamboo, Bach Lan sees herself running through a sea of fire and hears someone call her by a name long forgotten by time: “Little Bach.” A voice so familiar, gentle, and distant, as if from a past life. Yet when she wakes, that gaze, that feeling, still makes her heart tremble. In the present, she is just an ordinary girl starting a new job, living a quiet life in the city. But since the day she met those two men, her inner world began to crack. One is warm and gentle. The other, distant and cold, but silently protective. Memories she never lived. Emotions she never named. And truths long buried in the spiral of reincarnation... Love, resentment, and fate are they born from the heart’s will, or simply the wheel of destiny turning once more? A story woven between reality and dreams. A love that transcends time itself, just to discover: Who is the one that truly awakens your heart? Copyright Notice: The work “When the Heart Remembers” (Nhất Dạ Chiêu Tâm) is the original creation of me – Zieny. This story was originally written in Vietnamese. This English version was translated with the help of AI and carefully reviewed by the author. All translations, including the English version, have been made by me or under my direct permission, with the intention of reaching a wider international audience. Please do not copy, repost, or use any part of this work in any form without my written consent. If you enjoy light-hearted, humorous romance with a handsome professor and an irresistibly cute student, feel free to check out my other story: “My Professor, My Husband.” I’d be so happy to have you join me on both journeys! ❤️

Marquesa H.H., a 17-year-old girl born without a heart, carries the Pandora’s Box embedded in her chest, where her heart should be. She lives as a skilled con artist, but her cursed existence takes a catastrophic turn when the ancient mechanism of the Box is activated, triggering the fusion of her city with a parallel world of medieval fantasy. H.H. soon discovers that her condition makes her the epicenter of this event that will bring about the end of the world.

“You look beautiful in that gown.” He whispered as he reached for my hand. I didn’t answer him. All I could feel was hatred, sadness, and sorrow. This is the worst day of my life. We faced the judge while I was trying to brush his hand off my arm. The entire event happened with me trying to move away from him while he keeps on pulling me beside him. The judge didn’t even ask me if I agree on marrying him. “And now, I pronounce you husband and wife! Mr. Hastings, you may kiss your wife now.” That phrase caused my whole body to shiver. I could still remember the time when he kissed me. Sebastine faced me and lifted the veil above my head. I froze in place for a moment while I was staring at his face. Slowly, he moved his face closer to me while looking straight into my eyes. My heart kept on beating so fast it felt like it was going to jump off my chest. He put his hand under my chin and made me look at him as he claimed my lips. I flinched but then I closed my eyes as I felt the warmth of his mouth. I wanted to push him away, I wanted to punch his face but I just couldn’t. It felt like a spell was cast on me.

The daily log of an emotional person's encounter's with a "monster" who always seem to make him so easily feel emotion, completely shattering all the barriers he erected around himself.

ECHOE'S OF THE HEART" a captivating romance thriller that explores several themes. It depicts the life of Wendy, a successful event planner in Dubai, navigates mysterious memories that are not apprehendable. Her life intertwines when she meets Bryan, a decorated U.S. Naval officer and Dubai's representative in the international horse riding competition. As they explore Dubai's luxury and mystic, they uncover secrets, heart-rising encounters, and soul-deforming and transforming incidents. Will these deforming and transforming incidents make them stronger or separate them? Will they navigate through all odds, or will the speedmeter of life trials separate them? Theme of Erotic Romance: 'He moaned my name and say "ouuuuuuu Wendy I'm cuming!!!" he released his sperm on my face. Then I licked it because I thought I found love; then my eyes were becoming clearer from the intoxication. He sucked my nipple and fiddled the other. I moaned and shouted his name "Staceyyyyyyyyy, suck me harder. Bite my nipple babby" finger me until I come. He fucked me for five...' Theme of war and consequence: 'The mission had gone terribly wrong, and I couldn't process the loss. Scofield's words cut deep: "I thought about my family; what would they say about me, he is in a place where he isn't supposed to be, he died in a cause of something he knew nothing about...' Theme of Human Trafficking: "My name is Nnena, and I'm a Nigerian. My father sold me off for prostitution telling me I was coming to work in Dubai as..." Theme of Tragedy: Suddenly, another RPG blast shook us. "Incoming!" someone yelled. "Gboooooooooom..." Theme of poverty: Upon arrival, a luxury car picked us up. We drove through Bamako's dusty streets, witnessing poverty... Theme of Philanthropist: After the wedding, I decided to use some of my earnings to make a positive impact on Bamako. "You have shown us that true leadership is not about seeking power or worship, but about serving others and making a positive difference in... The village elders added, "Your efforts have brought hope and prosperity to... Theme of Rape: "Later, I was told she was a victim of rape by my biological father, so I'm a child of rape... "I was raped by the junior brother of the woman whose child I taught for free... Theme of sport and Adventure: You've been chosen to represent Dubai in the upcoming International Horse Race... Theme of Dehumanization: " even when I am on my period she do put cotton wool inside my vagina to block the blood. The men having sex with us won't... Theme of Female trafficking: The agents in Cotonou lies to the Embassy that we are going to study and they will tell us what to say. But in actual sence they are sending us to... Theme of Divine intervention: "D" lingered, making me think of Davido, the renowned Nigerian Afrobeat musician. Suddenly, my phone beeped with an incoming call and I picked: "Unknown Number: Yo! Whatup my nigga ? this is Davido speaking..."

The clock struck midnight when Ruelle heard the echo of footsteps. She tensed, the fine hairs on the back of her neck standing on end in the cool night air. "You shouldn't be here," Ruelle whispered, her voice a breathless murmur. The silhouette finally came to stand under the moonlight, his dark red eyes watching her and his inky black hair ruffling. "Shouldn't I?" His voice was a dark caress, and she stood there captivated by the danger he exuded like perfume. "I haven’t seen you for the last two days," his tone low. His hand reached out, fingers brushing against the silk of her nightgown, tracing the trembling outline of her collarbone. "Tell me, were you avoiding me, or perhaps... entertaining other offers?" Ruelle’s heart raced, her breaths shallow. She declared, "I don't belong to anyone.” "A bold claim," he murmured, his breath a tantalising chill against her skin as he leaned in. "Yet here you are, pulse racing, your body tensed as if in anticipation of my touch." His fingers gripped her chin, tilting her face towards his. The moonlight caught his eyes, revealing a glint of predatory intent. "Or must I remind you whose touch you truly crave?"

In a world where wolves live by ancient laws and primal bonds, the strength of an alpha is measured by how he leads—and how he protects. Grant, the commanding and respected Alpha of the Gray’s Pack, bears the weight of a royal bloodline and the expectations that come with it. At thirty-four, he has everything: power, control, and loyalty. Everything… except the one thing his soul still aches for—his Fated Mate. Scottland, an eighteen-year-old omega of the broken and brutal Roger Pack, has known only silence, cruelty, and survival. Small, soft-spoken, and considered useless by those who should have cherished her, Scottland has learned to hide every flicker of hope deep inside herself. But destiny doesn’t forget. When Alpha Grant travels to the Roger Pack on a diplomatic mission, he doesn’t expect to find her—his mate—scrubbing floors, eyes lowered, her scent barely a whisper through the layers of fear. One glance, one breath, and his world tilts. Now, bound by the power of the Fated Bond, Grant must find a way to protect Scottland without igniting a war. And Scottland must decide if she dares to believe in a future she’s only ever dreamed of… a future where she is more than an omega in chains. She is claimed. She is cherished. She is his.

Jan Grover was just an ordinary high school student in a lackluster life. It felt like it came short in almost every category of her life. Friends? Flimsy and no loyalty. Boyfriends? One guy who seems OBSESSED, but makes no move to make her his. Grades? Let’s just say graduating will be more of a notch in her belt than an actual academic achievement. Aching for achievements as well as engaging and growing relationships, she bites off more than she can chew when by some crazy accident, she tumbles into a hidden world that’s been existing since the dawn of time.

In a world where every soul is bound by a Creed a power that defines your fate one boy is cursed with the lowest of them all. But what if fate could be broken? What begins as a quiet life under chains soon spirals into a journey that will shake the world, unravel ancient secrets, and challenge the laws written by the gods themselves. The world fears Creedless ones. So what happens… when one dares to become one?

Some bonds are written in blood. Others are carved by the moon. When Aria Rivers, a quiet herbalist with a mysterious past, wanders into forbidden territory on the night of the new moon, she unknowingly steps into a world where beasts rule and fate is unforgiving. She encounters Kael Blackfang, the ruthless and cold-hearted Alpha of the most feared werewolf pack in the region. Kael lives by one rule: never trust a human. But the moment he scents her, everything changes. The bond is undeniable. The pull is feral. Aria is his fated mate — and he despises her for it. Torn between duty to his pack and the curse of the bond, Kael tries to push Aria away. But something ancient is stirring — an old prophecy tied to Aria’s bloodline and the rise of a Luna who will change everything. As war brews between rival packs and betrayal bleeds from within, Aria must find her voice, her strength, and the beast within her — or risk losing Kael, herself, and the fragile peace holding their worlds together. Feral Hearts is a gripping paranormal romance filled with enemies-to-lovers tension, wild passion, fierce loyalty, and a love story powerful enough to break even the cruelest curse.