Gamblers Deceit

****** Zazm Mystic a young and energetic highschooler, who has developed a great interest in the laws of universe. His love for maths and his curiosity for universe always kept him occupied in books. His childhood friend Jahanox Nova, who is in the same grade as him is the top student of the class. One day Zazm suddenly finds a letter in his back, he initially thought it was a love letter but when he opened it the content of letter was "Once you fall into slumber tonight, your world shall change." He felt confused as to what that letter meant. Until he woke up the next day to realize what it was. (A/N: This will a Sci-fi novel and will be mainly based of adventure and stuff. There won't be any romance in particular. No BL, No GL and No Harem)

For ten years, Elena Morrison gave everything—her heart, her career, and even her family—to a man who cast her aside for another. When her world shattered, she leapt to her death, only to wake up a decade earlier. Determined to rewrite her destiny, Elena vows to avoid the man who betrayed her and protect her future. But her plans take a sharp turn when she uncovers the truth: she isn’t just a discarded wife. She’s a stolen heiress, and her entire life has been a lie. Now caught in a whirlwind of forbidden love, family secrets, and dangerous schemes, Elena finds herself in a sudden marriage with Victor Sterling, a man as dangerous as he is alluring. Together, they must uncover a tangled web of deceit that stretches back decades. Will she reclaim her life, or will the same forces that destroyed her before rise again to take everything?

Carter Jacker was a rich shut-in, wasting his inheritance on online gambling—until the world collapsed. Now, in an apocalypse where survival is a game of chance, his gambler’s instincts are the only thing keeping him alive. Every choice is a bet, every encounter a high-stakes play. Win, and he lives another day. Lose… and he’s erased from existence. Will he fold, or will he play the ultimate hand?

After being suddenly transmigrated into a novel that I've read years ago, I've realized that I've been swapped into the body of Villainess, Seraphine Montclair, or rather, the deceitful wife of the ever-most perfect crown prince of the Velmoria Empire, a kingdom ruling the large continent with great power and authority. With the nearing death approaching in time, I, Seraphine, must find a way to escape this death. Except.. I'd rather bring justice to Seraphine's cliche, gullible, and awful platitude personality that had obviously left her to a bad ending. So this time, I will be a true villainess while still being able to restore my tainted reputation! But with another instance, a system is manipulating my actions with choices from time to time, almost like an interactive game..

Heartbroken after catching her boyfriend cheating with his colleague on Valentine's Day, Anya impulsively proposes to a stranger in a fit of rage. The stranger, a charming and enigmatic man, accepts her proposal without hesitation. As Anya grapples with the consequences of her impulsive decision, she discovers that her "husband" is not just a random passerby, but someone with a mysterious and powerful connection to her life. He's not just a stranger; he's her boyfriend's boss, a man known for his wealth and influence, but who has kept his true identity hidden from Anya. Now, trapped in a web of lies and deceit, Anya must navigate the treacherous waters of her unexpected marriage while uncovering the truth about her "husband" and his hidden agenda.

Lily Harper’s world is shattered when she discovers her husband, Daniel, has been cheating on her with a woman named Cassandra. Betrayed and heartbroken, Lily vows to make both of them pay for ruining her life. But as she sets her sights on destroying Cassandra, she unexpectedly crosses paths with Ethan Blake, Cassandra’s protective older brother. What begins as a fiery confrontation soon transforms into an unlikely partnership as Lily and Ethan uncover the dark secrets Daniel has been hiding. As they delve deeper into his web of lies and deceit, their chemistry ignites, leading to a passionate connection that neither of them anticipated. In a race against time, Lily must decide whether revenge is worth the cost of her own heart. As the stakes rise, the line between vengeance and forgiveness blurs, and Lily must choose—will she destroy the people who betrayed her or find a way to heal and embrace the love that’s blossomed with Ethan? Sweet Vengeance is a tale of betrayal, redemption, and the unexpected power of love. With suspense, drama, and a heart-pounding twist, this is a story of how a woman learns that sometimes the sweetest revenge is letting go of the past and embracing the future.

Lin Fang traveled through "Journey to the West," bearing the "Journey to the West" text, always thinking that by using his foreknowledge, he would definitely be able to live a prosperous life. However, he suddenly discovered something off about this "Journey to the West"—cannibalistic immortals, deceitful Buddha. Shocked, he turned his head to look at the "Journey to the West" under the dim light. There, the book was flipping its pages under the glow of the lamp, and every page shockingly displayed only two blood-red characters: Eat People!

Sumi has always despised the world she lives in—one filled with greed, deceit, and pain. Trapped in a miserable life with a dead-end job and mounting debt, she sees no escape. But when her lecherous boss crosses the line, Sumi reaches her breaking point. In a desperate act, she takes her own life—only to awaken in the darkness and found out that her wish has been granted she is no longer human she finds herself in the most unexpected form… a seed of a flower and she was in the world which she only knows in game and stories. a world where creature like demon, monster and things like magic and spells exist and she is going to live her second life… as a flower.

One must see through the deceit of one's very own truth. Do you believe in the Old Gods? This story follows the life of a young African boy, who was ripped from the life he had known and thrown into an unforgiving one where a single mistake could cost him everything. Being branded a "thrall", he was to be sold but an unforeseen event swept him ashore in the heart of the Norsemen, the Vikings. What fate has the Gods chosen for this child? is it one of salvation or one of destruction? COVER IS OWNED BY ME!

Good Looks: Check! OP Skills: Check! Face Slapping: Check! PP Size: Check! Lucien was more than ready to embark in his new adventure to save a dying world from destruction as part of the Heaven's Gate Project. However, just as he was about to be sent to the world that he was about to save, an accident happened, which forced his Patron God, the God of Gamblers, to take another gamble in order to preserve his chosen candidate's life. Lucien, who's new identity was named Lux, found himself in a world where darkness could be light, and light could be dark. A world where morality was but a thin line from depravity, and a happy ending could only be gained, by facing the world and slapping it with a Legion of the Undying. ----------- Author's other stories. System's POV - Ongoing Strongest Warlock - Wizard World Irregular (You won't see this in my profile. Search for it manually. currently ongoing!) Reincarnated With The Strongest System (Completed)

In the war-torn kingdom of Astra, where shadows conceal deadly secrets and rebellion simmers beneath a veneer of opulence, Prince Kai is thrust into a treacherous game of power. Following his father's assassination, Kai sheds his noble skin to become a shadow strategist, joining the ranks of the Iron Lantern, a desperate band of rebels fighting against the tyrannical Duke Aric. Haunted by the power of Keysight—an ability to glimpse possible futures—Kai must navigate a web of deceit, betrayal, and shifting alliances. As he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of Astra's society, Kai is forced to make impossible choices, knowing that one wrong move could doom the rebellion and plunge the kingdom into eternal darkness. With the fate of Astra hanging in the balance, Kai embraces his strategic genius, leading the charge against overwhelming odds. But as the line between friend and foe blurs, he must confront not only the external threats but also the darkness within himself. Can Kai master his Keysight and rally the rebels to overthrow Duke Aric, or will the throne of shadows claim him as its next victim?

In a world filled with pain, fear, and prejudice, Eleanor faces accusations and judgment from her former lover Gabriel and his lover Alice. As tensions rise, Eleanor seizes a sword and confronts them, defying their expectations. Gabriel pleads for her to stop, expressing concern, but she remains determined to free herself from oppression. She died, and upon awakening, found herself transported back to the age of fifteen. Determined to alter her destiny, she embarked on a journey of transformation, only to discover that everything she had experienced was built upon deceit, allusion. " so what I live is not real "

Brought to you by the same author of "Rise of the Undead Legion" Ludwig Heart, the heir to a vast fortune and a life of luxury, craves only one thing: freedom from his gilded cage. But when a plane crash catapults him into a world of magic and danger, he awakens not as the hero he dreamed of, but as a victim in a twisted ritual. Trapped between the ambitions of dark necromancers and the wrath of vengeful gods, Ludwig must navigate a deadly new reality where his life is no longer his own. Stripped of privilege and resurrected as an undead pawn, Ludwig’s fight for survival will determine whether he reclaims his destiny—or becomes a mere footnote in a world of shadows and deceit.

"I can't be pregnant for my uncle!" I muttered under my breath, staring at the results in a state of incredulity. Skylar has life's struggles all put into one burden on her young shoulders: the fight to balance school and work, to help with her mom under her uncle's hard rule. Life spirals right at the turn of one weird incident that humiliates her, costs her her job when it is discovered she is pregnant. Then, when it feels like Skylar's world is falling apart, her mother remarries a very wealthy man whose twin sons immediately complicate her life. One has quietly watched her every move, while the other suddenly comes to her rescue, finding her torn between gratitude and suspicion. As secrets unravel and hidden agendas finally surface, Skylar must manage a world of deceit, temptation, and betrayal. Can she find the way to retrieve her life, or is the danger too much to bear in this new family?

[WN WITH ILLUSTRATION] Story about human babies raised by monsters in a world of sword and magic. Allen is an orphaned boy that had lived a rather pleasant life with his orc mother in the bowels of a deadly dungeon, until the day a group of humans ventured down to loot and pillage the home they had come to think of as safe. They took everything that Allen had, and drove him further away from the humanity. In anger and anguish, Allen turned his back on the humans. He encapsulated himself in a deep-seated hatred of them, refusing to associate with them in any way—even going so far as to reject any attempt at kindness. Allen begins his journey in a world of human with full of deceit, danger, envy, and politics. [WARNING! this novel has strong gore and violence] [This novel has an illustration. All the illustrations are original and made by me. Reuse is not allowed, and repost should be with credit]

Claire had only one goal: to save her ailing adoptive mother, even if it meant agreeing to a dangerous deal. Forced into a contract marriage with Leon Yu—a cold and unyielding CEO—her mission was clear: make him fall in love, betray him, and walk away with his company’s secrets.But plans have a way of unravelingAs she got to know him, she realised that Leon wasn’t the heartless man she expected, and as her duty blurred into desire, she fell for him—hard. Yet when the weight of her deception became too much, and it was time to leave she left him with nothing but a letter and a shattered heart.Three years later, their paths cross again. Leon, now fueled by vengeance, drags Claire back into his life. But he doesn’t know the whole truth. Hidden in her past is a secret—a child born of their union.As love battles with betrayal and duty collides with desire, can they rebuild what was broken, or will the deceit that binds them destroy them forever?A tale of passion, redemption, and the thin line between love and lies.

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

Genre: Dystopian Sci-Fi Thriller Summary:In a world where genes determine destiny, society is divided into rigid classes based on genetic purity. The privileged Goldens enjoy extended lifespans and enhanced abilities, while the oppressed Irons struggle to survive. At the heart of this divided world is the Gene Vault, a secretive institution controlled by four powerful families: the Rothschilds, Rockefellers, Vistas, and Icarus Corporation.Elena, a brilliant but underprivileged Iron engineer, discovers that her daughter Lila possesses a rare genetic anomaly linked to the mysterious Red Thorn virus. This virus, created by the late genetic scientist Margaret Wu, has the power to reset genes and potentially overthrow the oppressive gene hierarchy. However, Elena's husband Jason, manipulated by the powerful families, betrays her, leading to Lila's capture and Elena's desperate quest to save her daughter.As Elena delves deeper into the conspiracy, she uncovers a plot to use Lila's unique genetic makeup to unlock the full potential of the Red Thorn virus. With the help of a group of rebels known as the Red Thorn Alliance, Elena must navigate a world of deceit, danger, and hidden truths. Her journey takes her from the squalor of the Iron slums to the opulent halls of the Goldens, and ultimately to the stars, as she fights to expose the dark secrets of the gene elite and bring about a new era of equality. Tagline:"Unlock the secrets of your genes, and change the fate of humanity."

Sofia Lancaster's world is turned upside down when she discovers she is married to a complete stranger, Aiden Handrix, on the day of her wedding to her childhood sweetheart. In a whirlwind of betrayal and deceit, she embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind the mysterious marriage, only to find herself entangled in a web of family secrets, hidden alliances, and a love that may be her only salvation. As she uncovers the dark pasts of both her and Aiden’s families, Sofia must decide who she can trust and whether love can truly survive in a world built on lies.

As a treacherous minister, I embody a simple creed: when the emperor calls, I answer; when officials kneel, I stand. I spend the treasury's silver freely and control the kingdom's military might. In this tale of ambition and deceit, I navigate the complex corridors of power, relentless in my pursuit of influence. Immerse yourself in the World's First Traitor System, where the protagonist, armed with a unique set of skills, blurs the lines between loyalty and betrayal. If you like the story and wish to support me, join my patreon. I tend to make all the chapters free, just that they'll be slower. https://www.patreon.com/ZenpaiTrans

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

Zina gave everything—her heart, her trust, and two years of her life—to the mate who betrayed her. Pregnant and shattered, she cast him out of her life, vowing never to let him hurt her again. Years later, Zina has rebuilt herself, rising as a respected doctor in her pack. But her quiet life unravels when she discovers a hidden power within her—one that marks her as more than just an ordinary wolf. Just as she begins to embrace her new identity, Xaden, the mate who broke her, returns—begging for forgiveness and a second chance. To make matters worse, Zina finds herself fated to not one but two mates, pulling her into a dangerous web of love, deceit, and power struggles. With old wounds reopening and new threats emerging, Zina must decide whether to risk her heart again—or protect herself and the child she swore to keep safe.

Follow the story of Sarafina, a diligent and hardworking woman. Her seemingly perfect world crumbled when she uncovered her husband’s affair with her best friend—a betrayal that involves in her tragic and untimely death at his hands. But fate grants her a second chance. Sarafina wakes up to find herself transported back in time, to a moment before the betrayal begins. Determined to rewrite her story, she vows to protect herself from the heartbreak and treachery that once destroyed her life. By her side is Tony, the charismatic CEO and heir of the company she works for. Like Sarafina, Tony has also traveled back in time after being betrayed by the woman he once intended to marry. Together, they form a unique bond, navigating the complexities of their shared pasts and uncovering secrets that could change their futures. As Sarafina confronts her unfaithful husband and deceitful best friend, she faces a crucial question: is revenge worth the cost, or is there a greater path to redemption and happiness? With Tony’s steadfast support, will she finally break free from the shadows of her past, or is she destined to repeat history in an even more devastating way?

Due to a moment of recklessness, Rezan finds himself reincarnated as the heir of one of the most powerful noble lineages in the world. However, just after his reincarnation, he all of a sudden becomes the inheritor of a powerful god and gets involved in a game between the gods and devils. Realizing his predicament, just as he is about to lose hope, he hears something… [Ding! Conditions met. Deceitful System has been activated] A system that can fool even a god or a devil simply by binding itself to its inheritor. [Ding! The host has used Fool’s Gaze!] [Host can copy the target’s ability, skills, affinities, or items after the copied conditions are met.] In this cruel world where the strong survive and the weak perish, where humans are surrounded by various races from arrogant elves to prideful dragons and chaotic demons, follow him throughout his journey full of action, adventures, romance, and all kinds of emotions. --- Patreon: patreon.com/SunScar_1

To live in peace and happiness is the only thing most people want but the opposite happened because of the amount of chaos and unexplainable things that suddenly came into their lives. Just like this story of a young man. What if you escaped the world full of deceit and live in the actual world in exchange of your mother's sanity and your sister's life? Despite what happened, he still believed that his little sister is still living somewhere even though he doesn't have the slightest evidence that she's still alive. But if there is no evidence that the little sister is still alive, that means there is also no evidence that she is dead. During Sergio's several-year search, a mysterious hologram follows him like a stalker. He didn't understand what the thing wanted to convey so he turned away and just ignored it. Little did he know, this was the one who would help him to see his lost sister again.

" The world is a game itself. " Said by Cyrus, a young man who saw everything as a game, a gamble, a risk to win it all. But of course all of that will end until he was shot at the back of his head, when he was fighting against one of the powerful people in the casinos he usually would play at. In the end, all was lost, but in his mind he won because of saving that one girl in exchange for his life. Sure he may have lost in this world, he wishes to live another so that he can experience the thrill and excitement once more.

"Take her," the dangerous man orders casually, like I'm the most boring little human he's ever encountered in his life. "I said stay the fuck away!" I yell at him this time, causing him to tilt his head in amusement. "A little girl like you shouldn't be swearing at your elders. It's bad habit. Your daddy should have taught you better." Hold on. My daddy. And if I heard correctly the first time, the other man had mentioned something about 'daughter' and 'grown woman'. Shit! What's going on? This must be Darius Hunter! And how do they know about my existence!? Oh no! My father! Have they taken him? Have they hurt him? "Darius... Hunter?" I stutter in sheer terror, the dangerous man tensing as I mention his name. "You know my name. I don't know if I should be impressed or disappointed," Darius chuckles, amusement seeping into his tone. "Errrm... I... Where's my father...?" My demand sounds more like a plea, my voice shuddering in painful anticipation. "Waiting for you at my place. He said we should come get you. I didn't expect you to be old enough to beat up my man. I am definitely impressed, and your value, my dear, has just gone up." --------------------------- Allison, a confined young woman who finds solace in books and writing, is thrust into a world of danger and deceit when her father, Frank, a reformed gambler turned priest, sells her to Darius Hunter, the infamous "Devil of California," to settle an old debt. Darius tries everything possible to break Allison for his pleasure, promising himself not to touch her innocence. Yet, as Allison navigates the treacherous waters of her new life, she discovers hidden strengths, forms unexpected bonds, and unravels the dark secrets of her family’s past. Amidst turmoil and passion, Allison and Darius find themselves entangled in a powerful and transformative love story, punctuated by shocking twists and turns.

When playing Big Bet, the choice is only one: win or die. This story follows Choi Hyunsuk, a man who lives boldly after experiencing deep trauma in the past. When he reunites with an old friend, Cha Tae-Hyun, they decide to start a casino business together. However, this glamorous casino world is full of dangers, deceit, and high-stakes games that threaten them. Hyunsuk and Tae-Hyun face various obstacles, including threats from competitors, betrayal from associates, and internal conflicts that shake the foundation of their business. In every bet and high-stakes game, they must struggle to survive and protect what they have built. Will their courage and intelligence be enough to overcome all the challenges, or will they fall into ruin?