Chained By Love

[When Prejudice Collides with Fate: Whose Trap Is This Mismatched Marriage?] Qin Ran had always believed that a man still trapped in the arranged-marriage circus at thirty must be either emotionally stunted or physically defective. But the universe had a wicked sense of humor—because the man waiting at Table 11 was a walking contradiction. Lu Sheng was a paradox of elegance and danger. His charcoal suit sculpted a body built for both boardrooms and back-alley brawls. When his gaze locked onto hers, the sharp lines of his face seemed to carve shadows into the air, the room suddenly heavy with the scent of cedar and unspoken threats. “I’m sorry, I think I’ve mistaken the table—” “Sit.” His voice cracked like a whip, freezing her mid-retreat. The glint of his platinum watch mirrored her death grip on the handbag strap. “If we’re both puppets in this family farce… let’s at least make it mutually beneficial.” Three days later, the marriage certificate seared her palm like a brand. She’d told herself this was a calculated escape from her brother’s suffocating household—until their wedding night, when the fresh scar snaking across his ribs screamed of bullets, not business deals. And when Lu Sheng shrugged off his shirt, water sluicing down the defined ridges of his abdomen, his smirk was pure sin: “Clause Three of our contract, Mrs. Lu—no coveting Party A’s assets.” She backed him against the glass wall, her fingers skating over the corded muscle of his spine. “Mr. Lu… does that clause include your six-pack?” [High-Stakes Romance | Marriage of Convenience | Enemies-to-Forced-Allies] — A billionaire with a bulletproof reputation and a vault of secrets. — A razor-tongued medical intern with a talent for unearthing truths. As lies ignite and bullets fly, only one rule remains: In this game of hearts and gunpowder, the first to fall… loses everything.

Bound by fire, claimed by love written by author Adele_hill. In a world where fate is written in fire and love is a battle against destiny, two souls find themselves bound by forces beyond their control. A tale of burning love, unbreakable bonds, and a destiny rewritten by desire.

At sixteen, Kai Mercer lost everything. His mother—dead. His home—seized. His future—obliterated. All at the hands of the Liu family, a dynasty of untouchable elites who crushed his world without a second thought. Left with nothing but the fire of vengeance in his heart, Kai vanishes into the shadows, vowing to one day bring their empire to its knees. Years later, he returns—not as the broken boy they destroyed, but as a ruthless businessman with a mind sharper than any blade. From hostile takeovers to backroom deals, he plays the long game, dismantling the Lius from within. But revenge is never simple. Caught in a dangerous web of power, deception, and betrayal, Kai finds himself facing more than just his enemies—he must also confront the ghosts of his past and an unexpected warmth he never thought he could feel again. In a world where money is power and power is everything, Kai must decide: Will he be consumed by revenge, or will he rise above it to build an empire of his own?

NO RAPE! MATURE CONTENT/ VIOLENCE BUT NOTHING TOO GORY FOR READERS TO HANDLE. Lilith was a rebellious child while growing up and didn’t have a belief in marriage as she saw it as a fancy prison. She was adopted by Lycan foster parents who saw her as nothing more than a burden. Because she was human, they repeatedly sold her to men seeking mistresses, but each time, she was returned after a single night. At last, she thought she had found an escape, falling for a man who promised her freedom. But instead of a life of love and freedom, she awoke in chains, barely clothed, imprisoned in a room in the pack house of the Alpha Lycan of the Purple Phoenix Pack. Suddenly a voice spoke, “So, you have awoken?” Slithering down her spine like ice water. Never before had mere words unsettled her so, but this one did. It was laced with menace, whispering of danger…of death. As she shifted, pain lashed through her body, sharp and stinging. She winced, squeezing her eyes shut against the agony, only to realize her situation. She was bound, barely clothed, and trapped. How did this happen? She had been on her way to her husband’s house and…oh, no. He had betrayed her! “Who are you?” She demanded, forcing herself to swallow her fear, to summon courage despite the quiver in her voice. She strained to see the source of the voice, but the oppressive darkness yielded nothing. Frustration flared within her. “Humans…” The word dripped with disdain and disgust. “Always asking unnecessary questions.” His hatred was palpable, seething. One wrong word, and he would not hesitate to end her. “Whip her.” Lycans were cursed beasts who rarely had mates. After a hundred years of waiting, the Alpha Lycan was commanded by the gods to take a virgin human bride to conceive an heir. But he despised humans and had no desire to rule with one by his side. So he agreed; he would mate with her, but once she bore his child, she would be discarded. Before she could part her lips to talk, the order was given. The lash struck her back, sharp and searing, and she cried out in agony. … Days passed. The whipping continued, lasting for thirty minutes each day but Alpha Zayd never returned. “Kill her. She is of no use.” He ordered, but instead of despair, something unexpected flared within her…hope. “I will be your slave,” she whispered, forcing the words out. “And I will offer my body only to you, Alpha Zayd.” He stilled. His golden gaze flickered toward her, considering. “Take her to my bed,” he ordered. Then, just as swiftly as he had appeared, he was gone. Determined, Lilith agreed to be his slave but only to find a way to escape and make everyone pay.

Damien's life was ruined two decades ago by betrayal: his dearest friend Ethan and sister Serena betrayed him, leaving him impoverished and broken. Damien was consumed by vengeance and spent years rebuilding his kingdom, preparing to strike revenge. His plan is now being carried out: he sends his son Nate to seduce Ethan's daughter Evangeline, with the intention of breaking her heart and destroying her family. But as old secrets resurface, Nate discovers harsh facts about his father's betrayals, compelling him to doubt everything. Meanwhile, a shadow from Damien and Ethan's past, James, reappears with his own desire for vengeance, threatening to destroy both families in the concept of killing two birds with one stone. Betrayal by Love is a compelling story about love, vengeance, and the deadly consequences of justice. Who will ultimately triumph in this battle?

A dark curse. Bloody, violent murders. And a long awaited reunion throw Aleksasha's ordered world into disarray. Aleksasha was born to be the perfect noblewoman and then her family was brutally murdered in a conspiracy that spans beyond her years. When she was on the brink of ruin, the brooding Duke Matias Volkov married her when all of the kingdom turned their backs on the cursed daughter of a ruined house. After they exchange vows, Matias leaves Aleksasha to build their hiuse as he fights in a distant battlefield for 10 years. When Matias returns as a war hero he bears both scars and the spoils of war including a stunning and enigmatic woman named Selene. As Aleksasha’s hard-won position as the lady of the estate is threatened, she must confront deepening betrayal. Torn between reclaiming her rightful place and the dangerous allure of a new rival, Aleksasha battles her darkest fears. Long forgotten magic burns within her, desperately seeking release as outside forces strive to rip her marriage and her power apart. Cover Art by Nicoy Guevarra (https://www.nguevarrart.com) Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

[WARNING MATURE CONTENT, R18+] Michael Specter is a handsome, successful entrepreneur with women throwing themselves at his feet just to spend a night. However, very few know about his menacing side. Twenty-two year old Layla Mclan is in desperate need of a higher-paying job to clear off her mother's debts. Opportunity comes knocking when she successfully applies for work in a richer household, the Conners. But life soon takes a turn when Layla finds out that there is no such household, and instead of working as a maid, she is now a slave to Michael Specter, a billionaire with a twisted mind. Layla’s eyes turned red, shoulders trembling, her soul wanting to reach out to her mom but alas… There was no way out, as she was already locked in the room, succumbing to the fears that didn’t feel very distant; She had gone through the same not long before. The agreement papers turned her body cold. Sometimes the worst seems best and there’s no end to the misery days; The one who avenges, the one who endures remains true to their valor. ‘Rule No. 1: Tending to your Master’s needs should be your top priority. Failing to do so, he can punish you however he pleases.’ ‘However, he pleases? What he’s gonna do to me?’ She mused and felt her heart sinking to the bottom of her chest. ‘Rule No. 2: You cannot say ‘no’ or oppose your Master’s orders.’ ‘Rule No. 3: You’re free to wear clothes of your choice… However, he can make you change it if he wants.’ ‘Rule No. 4: You are not allowed to step outside of the property.’ . . . Excerpt: “Ac-Actually I’m sleepy and I spent my day working for the household… Umm… Master, can I ask you something?” “Go ahead.” “I left my mom back home and I took this offer just to meet the debts… So will you pay me the said amount if I listen to your needs?” She asked in her feeble voice. “Needs Hmm… How about you strip off right now and lie down on the bed?” “What?” She exclaimed in horror. “You heard me,” he sounded dead serious. Layla gulped down the heavy lump that she had been holding for quite some time. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ***NOTE*** The cover isn’t mine. Full credit goes to Author Hansora :) PEN-NAME: hansora. Please don’t use it.

Eclipsed by fate Who remembers the ruin of a god? Who dares to chase what was never meant to be found? Noor—an enigma draped in silk, a storm without thunder, a shadow that bends the world yet leaves no trace of its touch. She is whispered of in corridors where power is traded like currency, yet no man holds her name, no past binds her, no hand dares to reach. She walks unclaimed, unseen, forgotten by design. But some things refuse to be buried. Some ghosts never rest. Sanlang, a man cast in golden light, sculpted into perfection, a deity in the eyes of the world—and yet hollow. Beneath the applause, beneath the worship, something stirs. It begins as whispers in the dark, fragments of a life he does not remember, a truth that gnaws at the edges of his mind. A gavel’s fall. A price too steep. Shackles too fine for a king. And in the abyss of his lost memories, she stands. Watching. Waiting. Who is she? A dream? A curse? Or the key to a something that should have remained untouched? He chases her like a man chasing the sun, believing himself the hunter. He is wrong. She does not run. She does not fear. She does not need to hide, for she knows—should he tread too far, should he step beyond the veil—he will find not salvation, not love, but the remnants of a god unmade. He who was never meant to remember. But now that he does, the only question that remains is this: Will Noor let him live with the truth? Or will she erase him as she did herself?

Cassian had lived his life in the most miserable way. He had scrubbed the floors and washed the clothes in the cold winter and done everything just to please his uncle’s family, but in return, they sold him to a merchant only for a pouch of coins. And the merchant decided to gift him to the king of Aetherlyn, a faraway kingdom from his small village to show his loyalty and curry favor from the king. And he was the lucky one from the group to be choosen by the king. Thus he got the position of palace servant. Cassian thought maybe his life in the palace would be different, but he was bound to be disappointed as the people in the palace were far more sinister and ruthless. Scheming ran in their blood. And can anyone tell him why his path always crossed with the notorious first prince of the kingdom? The seemingly cold prince had an unpredictable temper. And why was he always drawn to him like a moth to a light? Will Cassian be able to survive in the palace where the true faces are hidden behind masks, or will he become more entangled in their schemes and just become a mere pawn in their game?

The story of a girl named Flora who desperately wanted only love in the past,Now only want to change her path and escape from the chains of depression for her. As she thinks about how this started and where she should have done something diffrent and what will happen now.

Urieul traversed and was reborn into the mage realm. After a series of battles of wits, he killed his treacherous mentor and ventured out into the vast world like a fish returning to the sea. He took on students and built up his influence. Using mountains as towers, he advanced step by step. From the distant seas to the nearby seas and then to the continent, from lower planes to superior planes, wherever he went, he filled the place with mage towers. For someone like him who suffered from a lack of firepower, only living among a cluster of mage towers could he feel at ease. Other people's fireball spells consist of just one fireball, but Urieul's fireball spell unleashes a rapid-fire barrage and an infinite number of fireballs. "When I cast this fireball spell, you might die!" His spell combos also have synergistic effects. A combo of ordinary cloud spells generates the spell "Hundred Thousand Bolts of Thunder", which is as powerful as a forbidden spell. A combo of ordinary nourishment spells generates the spell "Divine Nourishment", which can turn time into ten thousand years in an instant. With his mage combo abilities, Urieul is not only a master combatant but also a grandmaster among grandmasters in many magical systems such as potion-making, puppetry, alchemy, and rune art.

En un mundo destruido por la mano de los dioses, donde los humanos son meras piezas de ajedrez en un juego cósmico, Kael es un hombre que desafía su destino. Tras ser retornado al pasado, su memoria intacta de los horrores futuros, Kael descubre el "Sistema de la Rebelión", una fuerza que lo conecta con el poder de aquellos que se han rebelado contra los dioses. Con una marca ardiente en su muñeca y cicatrices de batallas perdidas, su lucha por la supervivencia lo llevará a enfrentarse a monstruos, aliados inesperados, y, finalmente, a los mismos dioses que han despojado a la humanidad de su libertad. ¿Podrá Kael cambiar el curso del futuro y romper las cadenas que atan a su mundo? La rebelión comienza, y el juego de los dioses está a punto de cambiar para siempre.

“P-please let me go..” I stammered and before I knew it, I was word vomiting while crying. “—I won’t return. You won’t ever see me again. I know you don’t want me as a mate. You hate me, so please let me go.” I cried out. Cain’s jaw tightened with each word that left my lips “What gave you the idea that you have the power to choose what you want?” His voice was low, “You don’t get to decide what, how, and when you leave. Only I get to do that. You don’t get to leave me, you don’t get to run! You only leave when I want you to.” "I didn’t ask for this,” I whispered, trembling. “I didn’t ask to be your mate.” Cain stepped back, “Neither did I,” he muttered under his breath. “But the bond doesn’t give us a choice, does it?” ~~~~ As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

Bound By Midnight In a kingdom ruled by vampires, where power is absolute and the weak are forgotten, two souls from opposite worlds are bound by fate. Elliot King—ruthless, powerful, and the most feared vampire of his kind—rules his vast empire with cold efficiency. Wealth, loyalty, and blood are his only concerns. Love? A foolish human weakness he refuses to acknowledge. Katherine Monroe—a fragile yet determined human—struggles to survive in the poorest part of Elliot’s clan, selling flowers just to feed her family. She is powerless in a world that sees her as nothing. Their paths should have never crossed. Yet, one fateful encounter changes everything. Elliot is drawn to Katherine in ways he cannot explain. Her beauty haunts him, her presence unsettles him. He refuses to admit it, yet he cannot forget her. But in a kingdom where love is weakness, and humans are nothing more than prey, can a heartless vampire king defy his nature for the one girl who was never meant to be his? Or will his obsession with her become his greatest downfall? #vampire #supernatural #romance Join my discord channel https://discord.gg/6GKzzKV

"You were never meant for this world, Alissa." David’s voice was sharp, his piercing gaze locked onto hers. "You think love is enough? In my world, love is a weakness." Alissa’s heart clenched, but she refused to back down. "Then why do you keep chasing me, David? If I’m so wrong for you, let me go." But he didn’t. He never did. From the moment Alissa Hobbs, a poor orphan from the countryside, saved an old billionaire’s life, her fate was sealed. Thrust into the ruthless world of wealth and power, she finds herself working as the secretary to David Humphrey—the cold, dangerously handsome CEO of Morgan Enterprises. David is used to control. Used to women who play by his rules. But Alissa? She’s different. Her innocence is a temptation, her defiance an addiction. His grandfather sees her as the perfect wife, but David refuses to believe in fate… until it’s too late. When jealousy turns into obsession and hidden enemies plot against her, Alissa is framed for a crime that could destroy everything. Betrayed, hunted, and heartbroken, she has no choice but to fight for her place in David’s world. But power has a price. And someone wants Alissa gone—for good.

She was the perfect daughter, shaping herself into whatever they wanted her to be. A flawless doll. A beautiful mask. She learned every smile, every move, playing her part without a single mistake, because this part of her life wasn’t hers... it was theirs. But not forever. One day, she would break free. No one would control her future or tell her who to become. She would be the one writing her own story. Yet, just as her plans were finally falling into place, everything started to crumble. One problem after another, surprises she never saw coming, and people who kept showing up in her life, no matter how many times she tried to push them away. Her life had always been hard, but these sudden changes pulled her into a storm she never asked for, making her question the very path she thought she was set on. Like a caterpillar fighting to build its cocoon, she is struggling to change. But deep down, she knows that once she breaks free, she will be a butterfly, ready to rise and fly higher than ever before. … “Let me tell you now, your kindness? I don’t need it. What you offer? I don’t want it. And a piece of advice, be careful with your kindness. It might bring pain to those you wish to protect, rather than support.” She turned her back, leaving him standing there, watching her retreat into the distance. … "Because I was like her once—filled with guilt. Those were the words I needed to hear, the ones I gave up hoping for long ago." He looked at her, his gaze softening with sympathy. “And you don’t seem like someone who’s ready to free herself from that guilt.” “Someday, maybe. But not yet. Not just yet.” “When that time comes,” he asked gently. “Will you tell me first?” She paused, meeting his eyes before a faint smile touched her lips. “I suppose I can do that much.” … “Whatever I’ve been through, no matter how difficult, I’m proud of it. I’ll never feel ashamed of the things I’ve done to reach this point.” She cupped his cheek, her touch gentle but firm. “So don’t feel bad for me. Be proud of me. While you weren’t there, you were always on my mind. You gave me the strength to keep going. Remember that.” He leaned into her hand, his voice quiet. “Then tell me… tell me everything you’ve experienced.” Currently 7 chapters a week... Another 2 for every 100 power stones mark... DO ADD "Llaellen's Updates" BOOK IN YOUR LIBRARY TO GET THE LATEST UPDATES ABOUT MY PLANS FROM HERE ON OUT Do read my other stories: SHE'S THAT KNIGHT KNOWN AS ZERO (COMPLETED) VENGEANCE TO THE ROYAL ONES (COMPLETED) COMING FOR THE LAST FOURTEENTH (COMPLETED) RESTARTING CHAPTER BOOK FINALE (COMPLETED) VERACITY OF THE PAST (COMPLETED) REBIRTH: STUBBORNLY FUFILLING A PROMISE (COMPLETED) LLAELLEN'S UPDATES (NEVER ENDING)

NOTE: THIS IS ALL FANFIC OUT OF MY IMAGINATION. Sean Xiao (Xiao Zhan. I'll direct him as such in this novel it might be a short story or maybe longer than I expected let's hope and read together) Sean Xiao and Wang jie(Wang yibo. I'll also direct him as such in the novel). are twins born on the same day. Sean, was just few seconds older than Wang jie. But they were separated due to an unexpected event which was still strange to the Xiao family. In summary, this is a story about two un-identical twin brothers who were separated... I'm even confused with the summary. I only have the idea. I suggest you read and enjoy. Additional note: no r-rated events maybe cuss words but I'll try to be as innocent as I've claimed to be. I'm an innocent mind. just enjoy the brothers who go through ups and downs with great turn of events and later of course, a reassured fate. _____________________________________ Remember to support your lovely author.

Olivia, once the epitome of love and sacrifice, now seeks vengeance. Sold out by her beloved, she's imprisoned and humiliated. But Olivia's true identity as a billionaire's girlfriend, heiress to a powerful family will be her instrument of revenge. Those who wronged her will pay, cry, and regret it.

Emily Wrigley’s life takes a dark turn when her older brother, Everett Marshal, pulls her out of a nightclub and locks her away in his private villa. What was meant to be a lesson in discipline soon spirals into something much more dangerous. Everett has spent years suppressing his forbidden desires, but being close to Emily shatters his self-control. His love for her is obsessive, possessive, and unrelenting. With Emily bound by golden chains, she is forced to confront a horrifying truth—her own brother sees her as something more than family. Struggling against his control, Emily fights for her freedom while trying to understand Everett’s true intentions. But with his wealth, power, and unwavering obsession, escaping him may not be so easy. Is this love, or is it captivity? And will Emily find a way to break free before she loses herself completely?

This is a life saving battle. Battle of humanity the god level novel one side water one side blood

"In a world bound by blood and chains, his peaceful life shatters..." Ishin lived as an ordinary man—until the day he uncovered a dark, hidden truth. His very blood, the air he breathes, and the fate he thought was his own… all controlled by forces beyond his understanding. Now, there is only one path left for him—to fight against the darkness, face the unrelenting battles, and claim his destiny before it claims him. A world where trust is shattered A fate entwined with blood and chains The rise of a lone warrior against an empire Are you ready to step into the storm?

[COMPLETED] Abigail Snow accidentally caught her fiancé being intimate with her sister. She learned that her fiancé had only used her to advance his business and had never truly loved her. Heartbroken, Abigail called off the engagement and left everything behind to start a new life with nothing. At her lowest point, she met Sawyer, a hidden tycoon who helped her rebuild her life and seek justice against those who made her suffer. As Abigail begins to fall in love with Sawyer, his childhood sweetheart reappears, causing doubt and confusion for her. _____ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back (Completed) 7. Betrayed by Fiance, Embraced by Hidden Tycoon (Completed) _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> FB Page: Author_Purplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver _____ Notes: The book cover belongs to the author. Please don't reuse it!

In the heart of ancient Egypt, where the sun god reigns and noble blood dictates fate, a young servant’s heart dares to defy the order of the world. Aarav, a fifteen-year-old boy taken from Meluhha, arrives in Thebes as a mere servant—destined to be unseen, unheard, and forgotten. But his fate changes when he is assigned to the enigmatic Khai, the nineteen-year-old son of a powerful nobleman. Draped in gold, kohl-lined eyes concealing his true self, Khai is an untouchable vision of perfection. Yet behind closed doors, when the masks fall away, Aarav glimpses something no one else has—the unguarded beauty of a man who is both powerful and painfully human. What begins as silent devotion turns into a love neither of them can name, a forbidden bond woven in stolen glances and unspoken words. But in a world where status is law and desire is dangerous, how long can love exist in the shadows? A tale of longing, devotion, and a love that defies the sands of time.

After an Immortal became the object of the gods disdain, he was exiled to an unfamiliar world.

In a world where power dynamics between Alphas, Betas, and Omegas dictate status and relationships, Rion an orphaned Omega, is desperate to save his younger brother Leon, who lies in a coma. Struggling to gather the funds for Leon's life-saving surgery, Rion strikes a deal with Jeakyung, a cold and dominant Alpha from an influential family. The deal comes with three unbreakable conditions: Rion belongs to Jeakyung, he must obey his every command, and-above all-he is forbidden from falling in love. Jeakyung harbors a deep disdain for Omegas for some reason. However, as their physical encounters intensify, so do the unspoken emotions between them. Despite the boundaries that were set, both Rion and Jeakyung find themselves drawn to one another in ways neither expected. Rion struggles with his growing feelings, hoping that Jeakyung might one day see him as someone beyond their deal . Meanwhile, Jeakyung is confronted by his own fears and past traumas that have shaped his view of love and trust. As tensions rise, secrets unravel, and outside threats loom, Rion and Jeakyung must navigate a complex web of power, desire, and forbidden emotion. Can love bloom in a world that has conditioned them to believe it doesn't exist? Or will the rules they created become the very thing that tears them apart? There also many other characters in this story who navigate their own journey. This is a story of vulnerability, crime, resilience, and the undeniable pull of the heart-no matter how broken or guarded it may be.

Rejected and cheated by CEO Gong Joon, you attempted suicide and barely managed to survive. You woke up with a different personality, a heart that has now turned to stone. Gong Jiho is known as the crazy Prince. He never steps out of his house, no public appearances, no girlfriends - he is literally a ghost. But Jiho has a secret, he doesn’t feel anything: touch, pain. And when you mistakenly learned of his secret, you decided to punish Gong Joon by marrying his stepbrother Gong Jiho, who agreed solely because you are the only person whom he can feel but absolutely hates.

In a world shattered by the Sundering, where the skies bleed ash and the earth cracks with the weight of forgotten magic, Kael Jasvyn is a young man trapped in a life he despises. Bored, restless, and burdened by the expectations of his family, Kael dreams of freedom and purpose—but finds neither in his mundane existence. That is, until a mysterious artifact, a cursed black chain, thrusts him into the dying world of Eryndor, a land ruled by chaos and haunted by the remnants of a fallen empire. "Ashen Chains" by J.S. Aranthys is a dark fantasy isekai that explores themes of freedom, ambition, and the cost of power. With its gritty world-building, morally complex characters, and heart-pounding action, this story is perfect for fans of Mushoku Tensei, *The Beginning After the End*, and *Solo Leveling*. Will Kael rise as a savior, or will the chains of his past—and the throne’s dark power—consume him?

In a world where desire is power, Selene Valtoria, a fallen noblewoman, is cursed with a body that no man can resist and a mind sharper than any blade. Betrayed, sold into slavery, and forced into submission, she awakens an ancient, forbidden magic that allows her to turn the tables on those who seek to use her. Now, with lust as her greatest weapon, Selene must navigate a world where men crave her, women envy her, and enemies fear her. But as she walks the path of seduction and destruction, she must choose—consume the world in passion and vengeance, or surrender to a love that threatens to tame her darkness.