Clings

In a galaxy scarred by the collapse of Earth, humanity clings to survival behind quarantine rings that mark the Forbidden Planet. Torin Vale, a battle-hardened salvage pilot haunted by the ghosts of the last orbital wars, navigates a treacherous scrapyard orbiting Earth’s dead shell. When an ancient AI known only as the Ascendant breaches the fragile barriers, it whispers of debts owed and futures rewritten—pulling Torin into a conflict where survival demands evolution at a staggering cost. As Torin and his fractured crew confront hostile drone swarms, digital parasites, and secrets buried beneath Earth’s storms, they must choose between escaping the past or facing the forbidden truth. In a universe where trust is a luxury and evolution is a price, Torin must decide what it means to be human — before the Ascendant claims them all.

He saved lives as a doctor. Now, to survive, he must take them. Dr. Victor dies and wakes up in the body of a Vampire Prince. The system gives him a cruel choice: “Merge your soul with the Vampire Prince… or die.” In a world hidden from common people, humans blessed by the Power of Gaia are at war with Vampires, Werewolves, and Chaos Kin from the realm of Dozakh. Hunted from all sides, Victor must decide—will he cling to his humanity, or surrender to his monstrous instincts?

In a world ravaged by the Outer Gods, humanity clings to existence. Among the dwindling guilds of Transcendent Awakened, Kael stands as a Rank 1, only an Awakened, his every attempt to climb up the ranks met with frustrating stagnation. He is a burden, a gear-carrier, an object of constant scorn and casual cruelty from his more powerful guild-mates, a bitter irony for one who simply seeks to survive. As the current, catastrophic conflict against an Outer God’s avatar pushes humanity to the brink of utter annihilation, they face an impossible choice—to send someone back in time to retrieve it. No one among the powerful volunteers for this suicide mission, thus, Kael, seen as the most expendable, is chosen. Bewildered and overcome with rage and bitterness, Kael takes advantage of the chance to change his destiny. He makes a commitment to break free from the bonds of his past, create a new identity, and overcome his limitations. Amid the chaos of the early apocalypse, Kael finds a secret power that changes everything.

Right after the final chorus, the melody still lingers. Zane boards a train, chasing the next stage of his career — miles away from everything familiar, and from Sunny. Sunny is still writing — songs, thoughts, memories — clinging to the echo of a love she’s afraid to lose. But some harmonies don’t fade. They wait. They return. And when they do... they ask: Was that really the final song? Or just an interlude?

After exposing a corrupt regime, journalist Yuuri faced execution with a final plea: “Let me be reborn as a normal child.” But his wish came with cruel twists—a body as helpless as an infant, and a consciousness haunted by splintered voices born from state-sanctioned torture. Now named Blanc et Noir for his snow-white hair, he clings to the warmth of his hunter family in a remote village. Yet peace is fragile.

The Regime of Ezkabel rules over nearly two-thirds of the known world, directly or through quiet chains. Its magic—precise, ritual-bound, and devastating—has become the norm. Efficient. Widespread. Revered. But in the fading lands of the Eastern Crescent, a different path endures—one older, slower, and nearly forgotten. A lineage of ancient disciplines survives, passed down through whispered chants, elemental mastery, and sheer force of will. The Crescent’s ways are crumbling. Its strength, scattered. Its people, unsure whether to resist or adapt. Larsen, a quiet boy from a disgraced house, barely belongs in this dying world. Frail in body, overlooked by all, he carries nothing that suggests greatness—except a spark. A spark that should not exist. As two worlds drift further apart—one chasing power, the other clinging to memory—something buried begins to rise. Ancient sciences once branded obsolete stir again, ready to clash with the modern rituals of Ezkabel—rituals laced with ambition, order… and a darkness no one dares to name. And when fire lingers long enough... even the void begins to crack.

The end is not coming, it's already here, clawing its way from the shadowed corners of a world broken by humanity's own wickedness. A cataclysmic darkness, born of our deepest fears made manifest, rises to consume all. The shattered remnants of a sacred order fight a desperate, hopeless battle against a tide of monstrous, supernatural horrors, their valiant efforts swallowed by the encroaching nightmare. Even as they desperately cling to the flickering light, a terrifying power is unleashed, a chilling revelation of humanity's self-inflicted damnation, a fate sealed in blood and shadowed despair. Their struggle for survival is a terrifying dance with death, a final, agonizing scream swallowed by the suffocating darkness before the world is plunged into an eternity of chilling silence. The battle for survival is far from over, and the fate of the world hangs precariously in the balance.

Prime Earth faced a horrible cataclysm several hundred years ago and has now turned into a hub of Demons. Humans who once lived peacefully in this world couldn't do anything aside from trying their best to survive. Now, the only territory they had was a single continent out of the many out there, and it was the smallest one too. Faced with a severe threat to their lives, the world did its best to give humans a chance. Since then, the Human Society changed its standards and power became the most important possession one could ever have. Cedric, an unfortunate man who dealt with bad cards, lives his life as a convict of the Risk Management Center, drowning in his sorrows and bitterly clinging to his worthless life. That's until he was met with a life-changing opportunity that changed the way he viewed this world...literally. Follow him as he uncovers the hidden and unspoken truths about the world he lives in while he fights for survival...through the Eyes of a Godking. *** Hello! Here's another work from yours truly! Thank you for checking it out. Disclaimers: 1. Got the cover frrom pinterest, it's not mine, just edited it out. 2. There will be some errors here and there since I'm still working on my skills, I'll try to minimize them as much as I can, though. 3. I'm pushing for steady updates of 1 ch/day. I'll try to release more but please don't expect it since I have other priorities as well. Ps. I still haven't decided if this is going to be a Harem or not. The story is still in development, after all. But I will update this once I've decided. That's all, Peace!

Kael was just a normal human at first, until a dungeon raid left him paralyzed with fear. After that, he resorted to hauling gear for various raid parties, clinging to survival in the only way he could. Soon, he became known across the guilds as a nobody—mocked for how slowly he leveled up. That reputation eventually led him into a high-risk dungeon raid that nearly annihilated the entire group. Kael died in that dungeon after making a reckless mistake. But amidst the chaos, he awakens a system—and is instantly brought back to life. Now, with hatred burning in his heart after witnessing the darkest depths of human cruelty, Kael returns with a new resolve. He enrolls in a prestigious academy and quietly levels up with the help of his system, all while staying in the background—letting others believe they’re the protagonists. In truth, he’s the puppet master behind every major event. Watch as a forgotten nobody rises above the so-called main characters, pulling the strings from the shadows—and rewriting their fate without them even knowing. ------------------ Hey everyone! This is my first time writing a “hidden boss / shadow ruler” type of story, so expect a slower-paced start. I want to build the world, the system, and the MC’s hidden moves properly before things spiral into chaos. It’s not an action-packed rush from chapter one—but trust me, the buildup will be worth it. This story is all about schemes, secrets, and that satisfying feeling when the “nobody” turns out to be the one pulling all the strings. Thanks for giving this a shot. Other Tags: #Antihero #WeakToStrong #System #Dungeon #MagicAcademy #Revenge #Regression #UnderdogProtagonist #SecondChance #Betrayal Discord group link: https://discord.gg/M6T4vEQRuZ

Steve never quite fit in. An orphan with no attachments, a brilliant student with no excitement for the future—his only escape was daydreaming about another world where magic, adventure, and purpose awaited. One fateful moment, that dream came true. Reborn into a noble household in a world of swords and sorcery, Steve finally has everything he longed for: a loving family, the chance to train and grow strong, and a childhood friend who brings light to his new life. As he navigates this unfamiliar world, Steve’s journey begins like a typical isekai… but fate has other plans. Not every story unfolds the way it’s supposed to. Behind smiles lie secrets, and the path to power is never without pain. As Steve’s life slowly shifts from lighthearted dreams to harsh reality, he must decide: will he cling to the peace he’s found—or rise from the ashes of what he’s lost?

In the endless void, a soul drifts, unlike most. It clings to its memories, shielding them from the universe's corrosive flow, bound by an unyielding vow whispered from the depths of its consciousness. This soul is drawn to a world teeming with life, yet cursed by the shadow of a relentless war. A conflict that born from the decisions and ambitions of powerful beings. Soul awakens to a new life in this very world, thrust into the heart of the chaos. With its first breath, the crushing weight of powerlessness and despair slams into it. This is the story of a journey forged from nothing, a slow climb to the peak, fueled by a vow that refuses to be forgotten and a wrath that will break the destiny.

In a world without day, where the sun is dead and monsters roam the blackened wilds, survival hinges on a single, brutal truth: if you do not bond your soul to an effigy, you will die. Sixteen years ago, Silas was torn from his old world and thrust into this ruinous city of a thousand starving souls, believing—naively—that transmigration had chosen him for greatness. But when his talent test brands him pathless and his mind collapses into madness, that hope dies. Now deemed useless by the clergy and society, Silas is left clinging to two things: a cursed second chance and the company of his two friends—Cassian, a rare Light-path prodigy, and Velira, a water-path orphan with more resolve than strength. When Silas undertakes the dangerous soul-refinement ritual, his effigy twists into something unnatural—part effigy, part monster What begins as a fight for survival becomes a descent into a deeper mystery: one that ties Silas’s unstable soul to forbidden relics sealed beneath the cathedral, hybrid monsters stalking the outer darkness With every refinement, every soul-splitting ritual, the cost grows heavier. And in a city where the clergy would sooner let you die than help you rise, Silas must decide: Will he follow the broken paths laid before him… Or carve a new one, even if it damns him?

Kaiden was nothing special — a prideful man clinging to a dead-end job, bitter at the world that forgot him. Fired, humiliated, and drunk, he hurled himself at his former manager in a haze of rage… only to stumble onto the train tracks and wake up somewhere far worse. He awakens not in death, but in a fractured world of magic, war, and cruelty — his body twisted into a half-metal, half-human weapon under the rule of a demon army. Branded as a tool, forced to obey, Kaiden becomes part of a war he doesn’t understand, in a faction he can’t trust. But he won’t kneel forever. Denied magic. Discarded by humans. Feared by demons. Kaiden begins a slow climb through the command ranks, masking his fury with strategy, spite, and survival. Yet the higher he rises, the more the chains tighten — and the more he realizes he may never belong to any side. As war consumes the continent, Kaiden faces rebels, heroes from his own world, and a future carved in blood and rust. The only question is: Will he become a legend… or just another forgotten tool?

Amid the bustling City of Keystone lies hidden groups and buried magic to unravel. What comes are changes in the stars that will shine upon myths and legends, but draw bigger shadows to their truths. It's all too much for Daniel Hart, who just wants to paint for others, but he finds his brush influenced by the slippery effects as maternal mysteries cling to him. WARNING: This is very much full of SMUT before it is mystery and magic. Lots of weird slimy shenanigans too!

In this world, magic is a special power possessed only by a select few. The Ascendents, humans chosen directly by the Gods and Goddesses, possess extraordinary sometimes even terrifying power. They are capable of mastering magic and other forces with unmatched skill. Because of this, Ascendents are highly valued by the kingdoms to protect the realm and ensure the prosperity of the people. However, not all Ascendents have noble hearts. Some of them have fallen into dark ambitions. They crave power and seek to dominate the world with their abilities. They look down on ordinary humans and refuse to be seen as equals. Often, these Ascendents spread terror, cause chaos, and even kill without mercy. With the power of an Ascendent, a human takes one step closer to the might of the Gods. If they can break through the limits of their strength through the grueling and painful process of Ascension, they can even become a God. Amidst the chaos caused by the wicked Ascendents, ordinary people can only cling to one hope: a protector. Someone who will rise, stand against evil, and bring hope to a world on the verge of ruin. Who will become the true hero and save the land from destruction? Find the answer in this story!

Lucian was just an ordinary human—until an unexpected anomaly thrust him into another world. To his surprise, he found himself bound to something called the Divine Gift System the moment he arrived. And then she showed up. A self-proclaimed “Goddess of Time,”who also happened to be a failure of a deity—and a half-spirit at that. Her name was Lysera, and for some reason, she decided to cling to Lucian like a parasite. “Are you a guy or a girl?” Lysera glanced at her rather flat chest, then exploded. “You idiot! Can’t you tell?! I’m obviously a girl!” … Then there was the adorable little Slime in front of him. Wait—a Demon Slime? Apparently, once fully grown, it could devour the entire world. “Contract? It needs blood?! That’s gonna hurt!” Lucian stared sadly at his fingertip. … Soon enough, Lucian began to realize the true nature of this world—one filled with magic, monsters, and countless intelligent races. And the deeper he explored, the more he uncovered shocking truths that defied everything he thought he knew. Armed with his knowledge of every isekai trope in the book, Lucian stepped boldly into this new world. This time, he was determined to live life differently—to chase the wildest fantasies he never dared to dream in his past life. But what would it cost? ============================ At least 10 chapters a week! ……………………………………………………….

In the world we live in, unexpected things happen. Past events that are desperately hidden—past events that yesterday was fleeing from. Past events cling to the present and are difficult to let go of.

Lin Jiaxuan once lived a life of cold detachment—estranged from her husband, emotionally distant from her young son, and blindly in love with a man who never truly cared for her. In pursuit of her selfish desires, she abandoned her family and ran away with her lover, only to meet a tragic end when he betrayed her for wealth and power. But fate offers her a cruel mercy. She wakes up one year and five months before her death, just days before her divorce. Now armed with memories of the past and the pain of her regret, Jiaxuan is determined to rewrite her story—not for herself, but for the son who once feared her and the husband whose silent devotion she never saw. Yet redemption doesn’t come easy. Her husband, Huo Shenzhi, has grown distant and guarded, burying his pain beneath cold indifference. Their son, barely able to speak, clings to his father for comfort. And her past returns to haunt her in the form of Chen Yuze—the man who led her to ruin—still thinking he holds her heart. To make things worse, Shenzhi’s childhood sweetheart lingers in the background, beloved by his family and accepted by their son, making Jiaxuan feel like an outsider in her own home. As she fights for forgiveness, battles her own guilt, and tries to reclaim her place in the hearts of the ones she once hurt, Jiaxuan must face the ultimate question: Can a second chance ever erase a lifetime of mistakes?

Fifteen-year-old Yuzuki Mikazuki is no stranger to silence. Blamed for everything, supported by no one—not even her closest friends or family—she drifts through the endless corridors of Kurokawa High like a shadow. When she’s mysteriously locked inside the school after hours, alone and lost, Yuzuki stumbles upon a secret ritual hidden deep within the sprawling, labyrinthine campus. There, bathed in a mist of dark energy and whispers of forgotten spirits, she witnesses the gathering of supernatural forces — and encounters a ghost boy who defies everything she thought she knew. As ancient myths unravel and the school’s hidden past comes alive, Yuzuki must confront the darkness that clings to Kurokawa High — and to herself. With no one to trust and nowhere to run, she decides to use the haunting truth to claim the justice she’s always been denied. Because sometimes, the most powerful ghosts are the ones you carry inside.

In a world where the heavens favor the powerful and trample the weak, Lin Feng was born with nothing—no clan, no talent, no future. Mocked by peers, ignored by elders, and cast into the shadows of the sect, Lin Feng clings to life with quiet fury. But fate does not forget its debts. Deep within a forbidden ruin, amidst shattered bones and crumbling stone, an ancient egg pulses with dormant power—and a voice from beyond time whispers his name. What begins as a desperate trial becomes the first step on a path that defies the very heavens. With a broken sword, scarred fists, and a body that begins to defy mortal logic, Lin Feng dares to forge his own way—not as a hero, not as a villain, but as something far more dangerous: a forgotten soul who refuses to be erased. Enemies will rise. Bonds will be tested. And as legends awaken from slumber, a single name will echo through the ages. The heavens may be vast, but even the stars must one day tremble. I will be writing this story on royal road.com.

The Last Primal awakens, ancient, ageless, and buried beneath worlds. When it breaks free of its cocoon, a call travels across the stars. The Swarm hears the call, but it obeys only the Queens. Now, what happens when the Queen Mother awakens… and her children no longer remember her? And especially, what does it mean for the humans and elves when vengeance is claimed over deeds done generations ago? Meet Veqty Quantzhui, a widow who lost her husband and unborn child to a drunken driver. Upon death, she is reincarnated into a new world, only to find out she was the sleeping Swarm Mother all along! When the past, present, and future collide. When memories are unraveled and power surges through blood and bone, Veqty must choose: cling to the last shreds of her humanity… or embrace the hunger and become the end of all things. Inspired a little from StarCraft and starship troopers.

Waking up crushed under a man, I nearly screamed—until I saw who it was. Adrian. My cold, obsessive husband. The man I spent a lifetime escaping from. In my past life, I trusted the wrong people. Betrayed the only man who ever protected me and died alone. One life ruined me. This one? I’ll ruin everyone who tries again. Now, the game is mine and I write the rules. I'll act sweet. Stay mysterious. And pit every snake against each other. And as for my dangerously obsessed husband? I will tame—wait... WAIT! I was just being a little gentle, why is this tyrant acting like a delicate princess? 'Hey, hey, stop clinging to me! What? You want cuddles? Head pats? You—You are not a cat, Adrian!' … “He’s deathly allergic to strawberries? But he devoured one from my hand like it’s a miracle elixir.” “He has sleeping disorders? But he hugged me and passed out like a lazy cat!” “He’s sulking… because I didn’t hold his hand?” When he saw me hugging my female best friend? He lost his mind. Yanked me into his arms and growled, “Mine,” like a deranged villain in love. I finally understood: no one else ever stood a chance. I was his only obsession.

On August 14th, 2024, the world changed. A mysterious message appeared in every human mind: [You have been chosen. The Tutorial is about to commence.] [PARTICIPATE] / [REFUSE] 98% refused. 2% chose to enter the Tutorial. They were thrown into The Spire of Beginnings—a lonely, brutal, solo dungeon where death meant Regression, but progress was eternal. Time flowed 300 times faster inside. One week outside was nearly six years within. Kenji Tanaka, a reclusive university student and top-ranked MMO player, chose [PARTICIPATE] without hesitation. To him, it wasn’t a threat—it was the ultimate challenge. He specialized in raw Strength and Vitality, choosing the Berserker path: a build that thrived on pain, embraced risk, and turned suffering into power. Then he survived. And survived. And kept surviving. 295 years alone. No allies. No end in sight. No way out but death. He climbed over 600 floors, reached Level 786, and became a living weapon—until he finally let himself die. And woke up home. Only 360 days had passed on Earth. The world is unrecognizable. Cities lie in ruin. Dungeons break reality. Humanity now clings to survival, ruled by “Returners”—those who died in the Spire and came back stronger. The most powerful among them? Around Level 120. Kenji is Level 786. A legend no one knows exists. A god in the body of a boy. Broken. Traumatized. Utterly alone. His only goal? Find his family. Protect them. End the threats that destroyed the world—or become one himself.

When Julia Harrow arrives at Blackwood Hall after the sudden death of her cousin, she expects mourning, a will, and polite condolences. But from the moment she steps through the iron gates, nothing feels right. The house is too quiet. The air too thick. And the man who now owns it—Alistair Blackwood—is as devastating as he is unreadable. Secrets pulse behind every locked door. Shadows move when no one is near. And the scent of her cousin still lingers in the halls, clinging like a warning. Drawn into a world of velvet lies and dangerous charm, Julia begins to lose time, lose trust, lose herself. Dreams bleed into reality. Passion turns to poison. And as desire tangles with dread, one question haunts her every breath: Did she come here by choice… or was she summoned? The Portrait of Lady Marian is a lush, slow-burning descent into madness, obsession, and a love story that should never have happened. Sinister, sensual, and dripping in dread, this is not a tale you read— it’s one you survive.

He’s cold. He’s cruel. And now… he’s her husband. When Lily's mother falls gravely ill, she makes the ultimate sacrifice: marrying a man she’s never met. Arthur Stark — the ruthless billionaire with a heart carved from ice and a past drenched in blood. He's feared in boardrooms and whispered about in the shadows of the mafia underworld. He’s also her mate. But Arthur Stark doesn’t touch anyone. Not with love. Not with desire. Not even her. And yet… when he leans in, muscles flexing beneath linen, the scent of rain and danger clinging to him — Lily’s breath catches. Her body betrays her. Her mind races with thoughts she never meant to think. He says he doesn’t want her. But monsters lie.

Gabriel never wanted to be the one people depended on. The last hope. The hero. He was just a kid trying to find his place in the world, constantly living in his father’s shadow. A brilliant scientist, but a distant father. Gabriel already had enough on his plate: bullies, a fractured family, and a city slowly swallowing itself whole. But as his life began to unravel, it happened..the accident that changed everything, awakening something inside him: superpowers. As his abilities began to surface and the pressure mounted, the city’s problems didn’t fade; they escalated. Crime, corruption, and chaos were everywhere. The people were drowning, struggling to keep a float, clinging to whatever hope they could find. And in their cries, they begged for a saviour, someone to pull them from the abyss. But in a city like this, nothing comes easy. Power always comes at a cost. And the debt this city demands? It never stops collecting. When Gabriel uncovers secrets buried close to home, and the true source of his power, he’s forced to choose: step into the light and become the hero the city needs, or fall into the same darkness that consumed his father. Dragonblade: A New Dawn is a gritty urban fantasy superhero origin story, packed with betrayal, street crime, family tension, and a powerful awakening. If you're a fan of Miles Morales, Black Panther, Static Shock, or Invincible, this is the series for you.

MATURE CONTENT. DARK FANTASY ROMANCE. Kaya is more than just a wolfless omega; due to her unique appearance, her fate is far from the usual cliché. After enduring years of relentless bullying and abuse from her packmates, she clings to the one glimmer of hope in her bleak existence: her mate. The Alpha of her pack. The man she trusts above all else. But to his Luna, Kaya's very existence is unbearable. Naïve and devoted, Kaya never questions her Alpha’s intentions, until the day her world shatters. Sold off to an allied pack, she is taken by rogues on her way to her new "home." With no wolf and no hope of rescue, she prepares for the worst. But fate has other plans. In the midst of her despair, something impossible happens—she shifts for the first time. And in that moment, she comes face-to-face with her true mate: Alpha Magnus, the ruthless leader of the most feared pack under the Lycan King’s command. Thrust into a life of power and danger, Kaya must navigate a world she was never meant to be part of. But shifting was just the beginning—her trials are far from over.

Cynthia has entered a romance game that is not yet online. In the beginning, she was offered to the Bloods as a “gift” from the human nobility, and became a test subject for the madman's ancestor. --No first embrace, no bloodline, but she survives. The system is asleep, the plot has deviated, the NPCs are all at risk, and even the original “male protagonists” are not following the script. Cynthia wakes up under the cold gaze of the blood nobles, trying to stay alive while carefully weaving an identity for herself. She has no clan, no background, and no one to cling to. But everyone knew that she was the one who was “made” by the hand of the originator. In the blood world, the first name represents the lineage, the last name represents the belonging. And there is only one “Cynthia”. --Cynthia. The eternal ancestor in the tower remained silent, and the system indifferently prompted her: “If you want to pass the level, please destroy the Bloods.” Cynthia: “...... Why don't you go try?” She decided not to pass the level and live first. And so-- The nobles found out that this young girl of unknown origin refused to submit to any clan, yet step by step she took control of the discourse. She belonged to no one, yet everyone could not ignore her. ⸻ [You think she's human? “No, she's the most dangerous variable in the blood world.” [Do you think she's going to raid the male lead?] “No, the male lead failed in his attempt to raid her and was nearly killed in return.” [You think she's a Toolman? “No, she's the exception that the system wouldn't even dare to predict.” -- “I am no one's heir.” “I only represent myself.”

Rosemary spent 18 years thinking she was a member of the wealthy Harris family, only to discover she was a fake rich girl. When the real heiress returned, Rosemary was cast aside and sent back to her poor hometown. But fate had other plans for her, as she soon discovered that her hometown was actually the most exclusive villa area in the country. In a single night, Rosemary went from a modestly wealthy girl to the true heiress of a top-tier elite family. Her biological parents showered her with love, handing her millions of dollars in pocket money, providing access to any car from their fleet, and letting her buy anything from the world’s top designers. As for school, the best institutions were at her fingertips, and if she didn’t feel like studying, she could play with the family company. But what shocked Rosemary the most was finding out she had an ex-fiancé. She couldn’t understand why he kept clinging to her, holding her hand, and trying to kiss her. “Who are you, sir?” Rosemary asked, annoyed. “Sweetheart, I’m your husband,” the ex-fiancé responded. “I don’t have a husband, only a former fiancé”

Head over heels in love, Ayla Caddel marries Silas Locke, a wealthy entrepreneur in Maple County, believing she’s secured her happily ever after. Eight years later, she’s living a nightmare, but still refuses to see it. Despite being constantly mistreated by her in-laws and repeatedly cheated on by her husband, Ayla forgives him, believing it’s simply in a ‘man’s nature.’ Even when Silas infects her with an STD that leaves her infertile, she still forgives him. She sacrifices a high-paying job to ease his insecurities, cooks, cleans, and contributes to household expenses… all while enduring daily humiliation. One night, Silas brings home his pregnant mistress, Elena Simmons along with a major business partner and serves Ayla divorce papers like she’s yesterday’s trash. Shattered, she runs to the rooftop to catch her breath, but that’s when it happens. She overhears a cruel phone call Elena makes and confronts her about it only to be shoved off the roof. As she falls, she locks eyes with Elena’s cold, smiling face. Tears slide down her cheeks and she unwillingly embraces death, full of regret. As her skull hits the pavement, the last flickers of life flashes before her eyes. And with searing clarity, she realizes: she was never the problem. If only she could turn back time… she would do everything differently. But then… Ayla Caddel wakes up the next morning, not in a hospital, but seven years before her death. This time, she plans to burn her fairy tale to the ground, starting with divorcing her ‘perfect’ husband. She vows never to get entangled with a man until a certain man suddenly clings to her hips, refusing to leave. . . . Ezra Hale, the man Silas relied on for business, was never interested in Silas. He was rather drawn to Ayla, but never approached her and patiently waited for the scales to fall off her eyes. That was until he hears of her sudden death while driving to work. Heartbroken and guilt-ridden, he crashes into a truck and dies instantly. Only to open his eyes seven years earlier. On this day back then, Ayla had brought Silas lunch at work, only to be embarrassed and shouted at to leave. But this time, as Ezra walks by… he doesn’t care that his entire staff is watching and directly pulls the woman he never thought he’d see again into his arms.