Archduke

Xion Aijawa thought his life was finally coming together. That is, until he tried saving a cat stuck in a tree, fell into a pit, and... died In his disoriented sate of "Freshly dead" the silly Xion accepted a strange request and ended up transmigrating into the world full of dungeons and Mana. He became illegitimate child of Marquis family hated by his three siblings. According to the memory of the original owner of the body, Xion only had a month to live. So, taking the cover of the banquet, Xion ran away. Aided by a mysterious Mall System, he makes his way to the distant borderlands, hoping to put his past behind him. But fate has other plans-. Xion ends up saving Darius Rael Darkhelm, the feared Archduke of the North, notorious for his ruthless and deranged nature. The silly Xion tried to run away but... Xion's heart thumped loudly as Darius effortlessly pinned his wrists using only one hand. "I've heard you tried to run away." Darius gently caressed Xion's pale cheek, "That must be a lie... After all, I've given you things even the royal family can't have. Isn't that right, my dear healer?" Xion gulped when Darius's thumb brushed his lower lip as a chilling smirk remained on his handsome face. "I-I think I should leave, Your Grace. I've overstayed my welcome..." The room grew cold, and struggling Xion shivered. Darius's green eyes dimmed before lighting up with a dangerous glint. Xion felt a pit growing in his stomach when he saw the deranged archduke smile. Darius never smiled. And whenever he did, it only meant trouble. "You're right," Darius said calmly. "So, let's get married." Xion "...!!!!"

In her past life, Michelle was an ordinary doctor who worked in a small hospital, but once in a while, a strange envelope would arrive at her apartment and she would take up a weaon and turn into a deadly assassin known for her stealthiness. But being a top assassin, Michelle had many enemies and ended up dying, only to wake up in the body of Michelle Grace, a pampered young miss in a world similar to ancient dynasties, except that cultivation existed there. Not everyone could cultivate, but Michelle Grace could. The original Michelle Grace was engaged to the Crown Prince, and he killed her before Michelle took over the body, so after making a deal with Michelle Grace's father, the Archduke, Michelle took on the name Grace and started a revenge plan on the Crown Prince, his lover, his mistress and his father, the Emperor. A bit troublesome: Michelle gained the attention of two men who together were the Dark Lord. They were horrifyingly powerful, so Michelle had to be careful around them. Luckily, they didn't have in their plans harming her, as they were intrigued by her constitution. Michelle possessed a rare blood, which they could use.

Mary, before becoming the Child of Slaughter was nothing more than a weak and sickly orphan from a distant blue star called Earth. On that humble planet, she was unremarkable—just another faceless soul among countless others, resigned to a quiet and lonely demise. Her life was ordinary, fleeting, and insignificant. But fate had other plans Without warning, Mary was cast into the World of Chaos—a realm of endless darkness, chaos and destruction Stripped of the mundane comforts of her former life, she struggled to adapt, clinging to survival with her frail body. Yet no amount of resolve could shield her from the harshness of this new reality Eventually, the cruelty of her circumstances broke her. Her innocence was gone, and in its place, something cold and hateful took root. She became a machine of war—a tool forged by necessity, conditioned to kill, to survive, and to endure in a world that demanded blood and sacrifice But even in the abyss, there remained a faint glimmer of hope Mary encountered Ethan Bright, the Archduke of Dreams. He was the Perfect Being and one of the Four Rulers of the now-fallen Empire His very existence gave people hope that one day, the Empire would be rebuilt and that peace would return to this cursed world, but hope was never enough Calamity struck again and again. So as the years passed the burning star was eventually extinguished. As everything they tried so hard to perserve crumbled before them Faced with the inevitable end, Ethan Bright fell just like the others. The Perfect Being, the loving husband, the devoted father–he was no more. What remained was an empty shell, consumed by despair and madness. No longer the Archduke of Dreams, he became the Sin of Avaritia, a being consumed by insatiable longing and regret In his descent, Ethan embarked on a path of self-destruction, conducting countless experiments in a desperate attempt to change their predetermined future. In his madness, Ethan even went as far as creating the embodiment of Chaos itself, accelerating the death of an already dying world During this madness all those who sought to stop or save him fell one by one, unable to withstand the merciless path he had carved for himself And after everything that has happened, only one remained—Mary. She was the last tether to his shattered mind, the only constant in his spiral of destruction. She was all he had left to protect, the only reminder of the man he used to be Confronted with the weight of his sins and the irreversible consequences of his actions, Ethan became The One Who Wished, a being who chased the impossible—atonement for an unforgivable sin Consumed by regret, he desperately sought a way to undo the damage he had wrought. And yet every effort proved fruitless, but even then he pressed on, clinging to the faintest sliver of hope But at the face of an inevitable end, Ethan made his most desperate and selfish choice He cursed Mary with a twisted form of immortality–one born of his own shattered dreams and unyielding desire to see her live on. It was a cruel gift, an unbreakable chain tying her to a future that he has failed to protect Though he expected her hatred– though he deserved her scorn–Ethan still dared to hope. Somewhere in the depths of his broken mind, he wished for her understanding, for her forgiveness It was a foolish dream, but it was all he had left And so, Mary endured Iteration after iteration, their destinies unfolded anew. With each cycle, they changed—growing, learning, diverging from the paths that were once thought inevitable. This time, they would rise to confront the sins of their past, the burdens of their present, and the sinners across countless timelines Hopefully this time, Mary and Ethan would change their predetermined future As they face their irredeemable past and carve a new future from the wreckage of despair Though the question remained: Can they finally break free from their predetermined fate? Only time will tell

Emilia is a nine-year-old girl reincarnated into a medieval fantasy world as the daughter of the emperor. However, her life in the palace is far from luxurious—her mother, a concubine, despises her for not being born a boy, and the court treats her as nothing more than an insignificant burden. Realizing she has no future here, Emilia formulates the only possible plan: escape. During the winter ball, which she attends with her mother, Emilia finds herself in the courtyard of the Taina Palace. On her way back from the kitchen, where the servants kindly gave her some sweets, she unexpectedly encounters Lucian, the son of the archduke. He appears cold and distant, yet something in his gaze intrigues her. Emilia knows she must flee as soon as possible, but the world beyond the palace walls is just as dangerous. She has no allies, no strength, but she possesses something even more valuable—her sharp mind and knowledge from her past life. She refuses to be a pawn in someone else’s game, even if it means leaving everything behind.

"Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely…" Man, these words are simple yet very true. The one who said these words must have really been… "corrupted," hehe. Does power corrupt? Maybe. But why? Is it power's very nature to corrupt? If that's true, does that mean everyone who has power is… corrupted? And if they are, then how much? Partially, slightly, or fully? Who, then, is the most corrupt? Is it the police, who have the power of law over the people who break it? Or is it the military, with the power of weapons? Or is it the politicians, controlling the police, the military, and the infamous red buttons? Or perhaps it's the people who fund those politicians—those who control everything from the shadows. To know who is the most corrupt, we need to figure out who is the most powerful. If I asked a random person, "Who's the most powerful being?" they'd probably answer with one word: God. Well, it makes sense. I mean, God Himself says in His holy scriptures that He is the source of all power. The most powerful being there was, is, and will ever be. If He is the source of all power... And if power's very nature is to corrupt... Then does that mean "God," the source of all power, is also the source of all corruption?! I rubbed the back of my neck, my lips twitching into a nervous smile. Probably not, but then again… Angels, the second most powerful beings, worship God and cannot disobey Him. At least in Islam, they can't. Christianity? Well, that's a whole different ballgame. So I don't know—maybe. But what about the people who believe in God? There are plenty of radicals out there. I mean, I've seen enough news stories about people blowing themselves up in the name of God. Killing others in His name. Some even believe they're chosen by God, so they kill for Him. Are they believers in God? Corrupted by the Devil? Or enlightened beings who see something my dumb self doesn't? I squinted, tapping my fingers rhythmically against my thigh. Man, I don't know about Hell, but after all these blasphemous thoughts, I don't think God's letting me into Heaven either. Now, everyone's probably wondering, Why are you talking about these blasphemous things? Well, it's my grandma's fault. "What did she do?" Nothing! It's not what she did—it's what she said. When I was little, my grandma used to say, "If you have nothing to do, think about God." So, technically, it's her fault. Title: The Duke's Youngest Son Is Unbearable Asher, the youngest son of an esteemed archduke, is infamous for his arrogance, sharp tongue, and reckless demeanor. To the outside world, he’s the epitome of a spoiled noble, but beneath the façade lies a storm of confusion and turmoil. Memories of a past life on Earth haunt him, colliding with his current existence, and leaving him questioning the very fabric of reality. A dungeon raid at Aetherion Academy turns into a life-altering event when a rivalry with the commoner prodigy, Elvin, spirals out of control. Left for dead, Asher experiences his first "awakening," a mysterious phenomenon that not only heals his shattered ether core but also grants him the power to manipulate space and time. His revival raises more questions than answers—why was he brought back, and what does this awakening truly mean? Asher’s newfound abilities catapult him into a world of intrigue, where nobles play dangerous games, ancient secrets resurface, and shadowy powers stir in the background. His abrasive personality and sharp wit make him enemies at every turn, but it also hides the growing weight of responsibility and guilt he carries. With each stage of his awakening, Asher’s abilities grow stronger, moving from controlling objects and altering the physical world to rewriting the very concept of time itself. But with great power comes consequences, and the line between saving the world and destroying it becomes increasingly blurred. join Asher in this journey.

The villain has become the heroine's love rival?! I'm a freelance artist who finally got a big contract, but I died the week of the deadline. And suddenly, I was reincarnated as the villain of the otome game I was working on. The bloodthirsty archduke Ebenezer Stokehurt is the great obstacle to overcome. All their routes lead to death. The only way to save myself is by following the most obvious option: the path of love usurping the protagonist's place.

My name is Aster Florentia - I'm the 2nd daughter of the Archduke of the South, Filen Florentia. Before my mother gave birth to me and my sister, Ophelia, the High Pope gave the Archduke a prophecy - his second child shall kill him and bring the Archduchy to ruins. And I was born as the unwanted child, someone that always gets in a way to Ophelia's perfect life - not only that it turned out that my mom cheated on Filen and there was high possibility that I was the illegimate twin. When I celebrated my 18th birthday, the Archduke poisoned my tea and I died hearing those exact words: "Your death shall be this Archduchy's salvation". And I refused to die - my making a bet with Death I regressed to the time when I was 9 - they fear me for being a calamity that will bring Florentia family to ruins? Then I shall become the same disaster they fear! Nothing will escape the flames of my vengeance - see for yourself.

Arc died while protecting the world and was reincarnated into another world. However, out of instinct he killed the person who tried to attack him and then found himself in a mess of many things. The person who he killed, was protected by this world's Goddess and he was important character who will come in between the Female Protagonist's way on conquering her fishes, And this character was the Main Villain, the Archduke. And Now he was being begged by The Goddess to take upon the role of the Archduke, The problem was that the Archduke had left him huge mess to clean up.

Vivi Heilon is stuck with the curse of reincarnation until she can find "True Happiness", which she thinks is absolute bullshit. She spends most of her days and lives lazing around.. But then finally her life starts looking interesting. "Why does this girl have so many enemies? Well, no problem, I'll just kill them all!" Whenever anyone annoying gets in her way, she just kills them, which gives her the nickname "Cold Butterfly." In fact, she even ends up killing the emperor, so she makes her father emperor instead. But her childhood friend, "Alexander Solon", the Archduke still annoys her after so many years. He gets on her nerves, yet every time she tries to kill him, she fails! So after 3 years, when she finally gives up, Alexander appears in her bedroom at night and says "It's so disappointing, Vee. I thought you liked challenges, so why are you giving up on me?" He says, holding Vivi's chin with his fingers, making a cage of his body around her, "Please keep challenging me," and disappears. "Wait What! You want me to challenge you. Bastard! You're interested in me, aren't you? I'll make you regret messing with me!" And so begins the tale of an interesting romance and hatred!

It seemed as if all the reason to live disappeared from my life. My long time lover cheated on me. He was my only way to get out of this shitty house but that disappeared with his cheating on me. I got married to notorious archduke of the empire. Who would have known that he would become the reason to give me hope of life.

Emerald's harsh life takes a shocking turn when she discovers she’s the long-lost daughter of a powerful Archduke. Now known as Emerald, she enters a world of wealth and nobility but quickly learns it’s filled with jealousy, intrigue, and hidden dangers. As she navigates her new life, bonds with her sister offer solace, but schemes and rivalries threaten her fragile happiness. Can Emerald rise above her past and claim her place, or will her new life shatter

Yush Hussein, the esteemed heir to the Archduke House of Hussein, was born into a life of privilege and honor in the Milky Way galaxy. His family held immense power under the rule of the imperial family Adeyemi, who governed over humanity with absolute authority. Yush's future was bright, surrounded by a loving family and the highest status imaginable in the galaxy. However, Yush's world is violently upended when an assassination attempt nearly takes his life. Driven by instinct and desperation, Yush confronts the assassins, slaying them . But as he questions the leader of the assassins, seeking the truth behind the attack, Yush is delivered a soul-crushing revelation—the assassination was commissioned by someone within his own family. The betrayal cuts deep, shaking Yush to his core. The once perfect life he had known is now fractured, his heart in turmoil as he struggles with the idea that someone he trusted sought his death. Consumed by conflicting emotions of anger, sadness, and confusion, Yush must now navigate a treacherous path of intrigue and deception. As he delves deeper into the conspiracy, he embarks on a quest for the truth, torn between love for his kin and the desire for vengeance against those who have betrayed him.

"You are not my daughter, what proof do you have?" What proof do I have? That’s right, I don’t have any. I really wish Father loved me. I thought that was the end, so why have I regressed? Well then I just need to make sure that Father doesn't adopt me! And so I get adopted by the Archduke and his wife instead! I had planned to run away when I turned eighteen, but everything is going so wrong! "Love please come back to me!" Why does Father want me back? "Sister, won't you come back to big Brother?" Why does brother love me?? "Yuri please don't leave!" Erzin? Why you?? "My dear, do you truly want to leave?" Lady Saki? Don't you hate me? "Yuri are you going to leave us?" "Sister don't leave me!" "Yuri have we done something for you to want to leave us?" "Big sister don't leaveeee!!" What? Why do you all want me to stay so desperately?? "Yuri Are you truly gonna leave? What a shame. There are so many unholy things I want to do to you...." Hello?? You're the Priest! "Are you really going to leave Yuri? That's a shame... Is there anything I can do to make you stay?" Sebastian? Didn't you want to kill me? Should I really stay?

[Previous Title: Travesty of 1959 (TO1959)] Ines Lacroix, the Lady of the Witching Hour who was hunted worldwide for decades. Someone like her… No one would believe that she had settled down, and grown into an old wrinkly woman who sold books for a living. From being a low-ranked member in an occult, a personnel under the Archduke, then a Saintess belonging to the Church of the Sun God, to finally having her face plastered everywhere and deemed a sinner. At first, Ines was flabbergasted at the accusations that flew her way one after another. Worst of all, all those whom she once knew believed the damned rumors and the papers—even her closest allies, and her lover, Regis Beaumont. During the pinnacle of her horrid reputation, horrified, Ines watched as the rumors came to life. Starting from mass genocide, arson, crimes against humanity, and dozens more—crimes and actions she had never committed were now tied with her name. But as time flew by, Ines had unknowingly accepted the rumors, and she became the person they made her out to be. “Ines,” Regis mumbled, a distraught look in his eyes, “You’ve changed.” Gently embracing the deformed spirit in her arms, she patted their little heads and smiled at him. “Have I?” — Excerpt: Ines watched as her sweet, beloved lover, Regis, held a blade to her neck. The poor man trembled like a feeble branch, unable to go through with his actions. “Do you hate me?” She softly asked, looking him in the eye. When he didn’t reply, she leaned closer to his blade. A thin red line appeared on her neck, and droplets of blood spilled onto the ground. Regis shook, and the corners of his eyes reddened as he helplessly dropped his blade. “No,” He murmured. A smile slowly crept up Ines’ face. Tears streamed down her face like a waterfall, and she threw herself at him. Muttering incoherent words, she wrapped her arms around him and wept. For a moment, Regis stood still. But, in the face of her tears, he crumbled and hugged her back. “I’m sorry, my love. I didn’t mean to hurt you.” “I know.” Ines watched as he defenselessly leaned into her arms, unaware of the looming dangers. Slowly, she raised a small dagger that she had previously hidden in her sleeve and aimed it at his heart. —— [This novel is participating in the 2023 WSA ] Discord: eudine Discord server: https://discord.gg/XKN7tJH88 [ON BREAK TILL OCTOBER 7, 2023!]

I only went to calm the disturbance in front of my house, but the one I encountered was the Demon King, whom I punished. Unfortunately, I was falsely accused of being the Demon King and died at the hands of the subjugation team. 'I'll kick your ass, Ethan Zanov! I'll make you shed tears from both of your eyes!' Among them, the worst one was the hero, Ethan Zanov, who drove me to death as a false Demon King! But when I pleaded to take revenge, I opened my eyes 500 years later as Estella Zanov! Ethan's been dead for a long time, and the 'brothers' who came one day... "Silver eyes. It's not a color that anyone can have." "But I was like this from the beginning." "Yes, you were. Because you are the granddaughter of Archduke George de Zanov." "...the granddaughter of Archduke George de Zanov?" Of all people, I'm the daughter of 'that' Zanov? Living a peaceful life is nice, but I was born an enemy's blood! 'All the brothers in this house have a habit of hugging people.' This shitty family. I have to hate them, but why do I keep getting attached to them?

***Completed*** Lady Jessamyn brought home a ten-year-old orphan when she was eight. He was handsome ^_~. She provided him with a place to stay and warm meals. As they grew up, she desired to marry him, despite their differing statuses. As war raged, he signed up for the military, promising to ask for her hand when he was worthy. Two years later, he became more than what he promised he would be. He became the Archduke of Ayberia. But he broke her heart by marrying her friend. Years rolled away; life happened. She married a man who loved her and fell madly in love with him. She didn't think of him again. But fate was cruel; she was widowed at the age of twenty-one. She lost everything. Seven years later, she met a mysterious wolf while she was out at work in the Archduke's fief. She had a fall. The next morning, she found herself on the Archduke's bed. Did fate bring them together again? Or something nefarious is at play?  Is this a chance for a second love? Will she find out why he abandoned her in the past? Is it possible to rekindle their old love, or is it too late? ----- Join me in this journey. Your comments and votes are appreciated. Gift me to motivate me. Updates will be daily.

[Syncronishing character "Celestia Adallina"] [Synchronisation succesful] The last thing Yara expected was to end up in an otome game she had played right before her death. Princess Celestia, the archduke's daughter, was the villainess of the reverse harem otome game [Her Men; The Petals Of Avyanna]. Whilst being head over heels with the Crown Prince, who despised her, she ended up with the fate of dying at the hands of the male protagonists. How is she going to survive the plot while avoiding the male protagonists and the female lead? And thus, she started her 101 ways to avoid the tragic ending of the villainess.

Everyone has been telling Lisbeth for years that she's blessed to be the Archduke's wife. No one believed that the daughter of a Baron could attain such a high position. For Lisbeth, this is no blessing. Her husband is loving and charming, yet he has a secret that he has been hiding. A secret that is slowly destroying them both. This story is one I have been toying with for a bit, and I will be adding chapters as they come to mind. But be warned, it will get dark.

[ WARNING: Mature Content ] [Completed] In a household where the only holding genuine bloodline is her, Ewelina Orteu is betrayed and sold to the sole Archduke of the Zaarmideos Kingdom, whose nature is of treacherous essence such as the domain he rules over. Wedded to an unknown groom, she is now sent to his residency where sights she never fathomed to witness await her. As well as the fated encounter with him who is Ewelina's spouse and owner. Foreordained, the couple's first meeting threatens their present... Concealing a truth she is yet to unveil... Along with the beginning of the souls Luring Nights. || Extract || Gasping sounds along with a woman's soft melted voice could be heard in the dark chamber. Solely illuminated by the clear moon that slid rudely into the wedded's privacy, two silhouettes emerged from the sheets as the light fall of raindrops gifted nature's melody to their night... As well as the freshness their heated figures continued to need, even in the midst of such weather. "a..ahn...!... huff... Husb– ha...!" — The woman continued to puff in a weak voice. _________________________ This is my second book. As it is, this novel differs from my first one of course. You will notice on its tone. Yet, I hope you will like it as much. The first eleven chapters are so you get how Ewelina ended up in her situation ^^. This story fully starts after said chapter. Be expectant for the following chapters. Happy reading. Do leave a review. _________________________ Tags: #R18 #Reincarnation #Historical #Fantasy #Drama #Romance #Smut Read my first book!: • You Think I Won't Talk? This is an original Story ^^ Author: XimenoideX

⟪Complete Novel⟫ What sort of witchcraft was that? Her closed eyes snapped open, and she was met with his smoldering dark gaze, her eyelids slowly slid closed once more as he continued to devour her. 'Embrace me in your mind, just as you have in your body and heart.' She shook her head, but his hands pressed against her cheek, limiting her ability to move her neck the way she desired. 'I know you like this. I can hear it in your heartbeat. I can taste it.' She did like it. His deep voice inside her mind carried a wealth of passion. It felt like having even more of him within her. It was tempting to fully embrace it. 'You are mine, body and mind, give me everything.' *** The Archduke of Lanark was blessed with two daughters, his eldest was the most beautiful Lady in the kingdom, while the youngest, Adelaide, held a special place in his heart. Life for the noble family was about to undergo a profound shift. With the revolution threatening the aristocrats of Emoria, their Monarch demanded they part with a significant portion of their wealth to appease the people. As a result, Adelaide's proud father found himself facing financial hardships that pushed him into deep debt. Just as despair gripped the family, a mysterious stranger arrived in town, igniting fervent discussions among the nobility with his considerable fortune and flawless etiquette. To their astonishment, this stranger paid off the Archduke's debt, becoming involved in their lives in more ways than one. Egon von Conradie, the wealthy commoner, had a hidden agenda. But his perfect plan faced an unforeseen obstacle—he had not anticipated falling for the daughter of his mortal enemy. Only Adelaide, a rare Healer, had the power to captivate a unique Beast like Egon. *** Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, events, and incidents are the products of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The art's credit goes to the owner.

I reincarnated as the wife of the cursed archduke in my own twisted novel. As the author, I have a responsibility to fix this novel.I have lifted the curse, which is the main problem of this story. I thought my job was done. But when I was trying to go back, the archduke asked me,"Did you really think I wouldn't know that you're planning on returning to your fiance? "My fiance? 'What I'm gonna do? He completely misunderstood the situation! All I want is for him to please let me go home. Author: BULTANDAT

Archdukes are one of the beings feared even among the demons of the underworld. But what happens when an archdukes escapes hell to have fun and finds himself into the body of a 17 year old prince. OF COURSE CHOAS

In my first life I was everything every women in the Yttri Empire wanted to be. Gorgeous, Smart, Talented, empathetic, and Crown Princess but that was before my father, Archduke Cassio conspired against me to have his lost daughter take everything from me. I lost everything all in one day. Everything I earned, everything I fought and bled for, everything I gained, All was gone in just one day. At the end of it all I was framed for trying to assassinate the new crown princess and met my death at the guillotine. I was given a second chance and I've chosen to get revenge. I'll ruin my father and his only daughter, Renata Cassio. I'll keep everything that is mine and I'll gain more than I did in my past life.

Archduke Drake Wellington seems to have it all. A successful conglomerate his late grandfather managed to lead through the war that decimated half of mankind. A position of power in his homeland of Dellshire. More wealth than he could spend in his lifetime. Yet he feels unsettled and empty for an unknown reason. Soon a dark plot sends him down a treacherous path that brings out his worst traits and raises long buried secrets to the surface. Can Drake survive the storm his life has spiraled into and his forced marriage? Or will his enemies and his wayward bride bring around his destruction? Please leave comments as I really want to know what everyone thinks. This is my first serious writing attempt in over 5 years.

The Marquis' Béchalot's illegitimate daughter, Melantha Béchalot. She was a living shame to the marquis' family, even though it was not her fault. She has to be grateful to the Marquee Bécholot for giving her shelter and a comfortable life on the surface. Melantha was a pawn to the Béchalot family to make their daughter Charlotte Béchalot the empress of Ivor. For that, Charlotte needs support and power. Like all noble families, the Marquee sold Melantha in the name of an engagement. The engagement was between the Marquis Béchalot and the Archduke Weselton. In high society everyone knows this fact, that Marquee Bécholot and Archduke Weselton are hostile to each other. It is a known fact, but to make his precious daughter a favourable empress, Marquee Bécholot made a friendly offer to Archduke Weselton. Marriage agreement, he killed two brides with one shot. But did the young archduke accept this? Melantha had no choice but to accept this engagement. She has to be useful to the Béchalot family if she wants to live. Even though she knows that she is the puppet of the Marquee, she gladly accepts this fact. Just because she wants to live longer. If she wants to live, she has to have value in the eyes of the Marquee. Otherwise, that would be the end of her life. So far, she has done everything that Marquee Bécholot had ordered as 'the master of her life'. But it was not a unit then. Those white-like pearls were half covered with blood spilled on the floor. Her shoulders slumped weakly while she looked up at the person."W-why?....." She was helpless. "Don't you get that? You're useless now? Father also thinks it would be a waste if you stood next to his grace" Those flirty words which were coming from her mouth made Melantha's blood boil. She doesn't accept this kind of end! She did everything that she could live with. She endured everything but this kind of end! This is not something she wanted while she was suffering. Was everyone having a comfortable life? 'I don't accept this' She was determined, even if she had to sell her own soul to the devil inside her. " I was not a puppet nor a doll, I was not a pet nor an animal, I was a survivor and I was strong. I will not be weak nor helpless again. I would not be broken nor could be tamed. The poisonous dark flower is my only hope". Suddenly, she was hungry for blood. It is a bloody sweet yet poisonous reverge of a dark flower named Melantha. * * * * cover page is not mine, please give the credit to the original owner

In a Alternative world of the 1900s, the World has technology is almost near future being powered by steam, coal and oil. Machines called Mechs these Machines range from small little droids to hulking iron beasts. After the Archduke was assassinated War begun and Nations entered what is called the Great War. Republic was formed after the Tsar stepped but a new Revolution has began begining a civil war in Russia. The Allies created a pact to intervene in the Russian Civil War however this only made matters worse far worse. The Soviets would declared war on the Allies thus creating a new war, perhaps more deadlier then the last. Four daring yet brave heroes must band together to survive this new war and maybe bring back peace. Patrick Bishop a U.S Mech Engineer, Anna Nowak a Medic from the newly formed Polish Republic, Karl Ludwig Soldier from the Republic of Prussia and Jan Ales a member of the Czechslovak Legion. Either they work together or die together

Claire De La Cour, seorang pendeta agung dari Kerajaan Langit, memutuskan untuk mengakhiri hidupnya setelah mengabdikan diri selama lebih dari 300 tahun. Satu abad setelah kepergiannya, dia kembali terlahir di dunia. Kesempatan kedua ini ingin Claire gunakan untuk mendapatkan kehidupan sederhana. Namun, siapa yang menyangka bahwa bangsa Devildome kembali berulah dan sang archduke–-Ragnar von und zu Ahlbrecht—langsung mengenalinya? Perjalanan menuju penyegelan Dataran Hitam tidaklah singkat. Claire harap, dia bisa segera kembali ke tanah kelahirannya meski dia harus menemani si ksatria sihir hitam menuntaskan teror bangsa iblis. Bagaimanapun juga, waktu pensiunnya dimaksudkan untuk menjalani kehidupan tenang, bukan lagi untuk mengurus masalah pelik yang melibatkan kekuasaan.

‘Love may not have a place in the weddings of this world, but wouldn’t it be happier to marry the one for you? I think so, too…’ Her thoughts trailed off as she finally reached the church’s door, but her gaze was still on Larkin’s face. ‘You have always been trying your best to create a better world for everyone. I wonder if you’re looking for someone you’d want to actually share your whole life with… with tons of political benefit or none...’ “I’ll find the person who’d make you happy...” Artie whispered while staring at the archduke and standing on his left, but Larkin only deepened his smile. “It’s not yet the time for wedding vows, Artie.” ... Promises were uttered, and vows were made. With the archduchy facing one of its darkest times, Artie Shen and Larkin Ellis decided to stand together against the horns of war and the clawed clutches of the past. Will their disguised platonic relationship blossom into something real for the sake of the archduchy? Or will it be for the loudest songs of their hearts? With a dual-route system that could turn her into the most powerful angel warriors in the land, watch Artie Shen conquer different quests and task to ensure her victory. In love and in war. [BOOK COMPLETED, SEASON 2 IS SIDE STORIES NOW] … [Disclaimer and Warnings:] This story is a work of fiction, and similarities to any living or dead person are purely coincidental. May contain triggers. Follow me on IG @droopdroopghost and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/authordroopyghost/ Cover by Ying_

Abigail Essendson, the prideful daughter of George Essendson, Duke of the Forchestire Empire, had everything, money, respect, a strong image in high society, and loving and caring parents. But she made a mistake, she accepted the proposal for marriage by the archduke, Gerard Wiltshire, cousin of the crown prince. The man wanted nothing but money to strengthen his power so that he could attack the crown prince, which eventually he did and took over the empire. And that was the fall of Abigail’s family too, who was loyal to the crown. Her whole family was killed in the massacre. Her brother sacrificed his life to save hers. She blamed herself for everything as she was the one who chose Gerard over the crown prince. She trained hard, as a strong knight she was. She tried to kill Gerard by herself, but alas, she wasn't that strong to handle his whole army. "Even if you will ever be reborn, you will never be able to defeat me. You and your family will die from my hands." Gerard laughed as she was taking her last breaths. "I will. I will come back later to take revenge and will snatch everything back from you." These were her last words when she died. But not like the books she read, she did not go back in time. Instead, she was born again in the 21st century as a doctor, but the guilt never left her alone. One day, as she tried to save a little girl, she got hit by a truck and was transmigrated back to her previous life as Abigail. At last, God finally listened to her pleas. After she woke up, she was back in her previous life when she was 16. Would she be able to fulfill her wish this time?

Gadis itu, sejak saat dia menunjukkan senyumnya, membuatku selalu ingin melindunginya. aku ingin melindungi istana pasir yang sangat indah namun mudah hancur itu. Semua yang dia punya, apa cocok untukku yang mana adalah anak pungut dari Keluarga Archduke? apa aku cocok? Aku tidak yakin, tapi, kata-kata ayahku selalu terngiang dikepalaku. 'Orang yamg luar biasa akan mendapatkan hal yang luar biasa, namun ingat, bahan terakhirnya adalah kerja keras' kata-kata itu memotivasi ku untuk terus mengejarnya. Apa kah aku sanggup atau tidaknya itu tergantung kerja kerasku........