The Demon Who Loves Me

Riku was just a quiet, awkward guy trying to survive high school unnoticed — until Yumi, the class beauty with a sharp tongue and a knack for teasing, set her sights on him. "Riku, this red dress totally matches your face right now," she laughed, holding it up with a wicked grin. "Can you not?" he muttered, turning even redder. Whether it was late-night texts that made him question his sanity or unexpected trips, Yumi always kept Riku on edge. But beneath the teasing glances and flustered moments, something genuine began to bloom. And Riku was starting to wonder — was chaos really so bad if it came with her smile?

I was summoned by a Goddess with my classmates to save their Empire? But I have other plans. With my Unique Skill, I will get whatever I want starting by that Goddess! °°°° Additional Tags: [Heavy Lemon], [No NTR], [NTR: Mc stealing], [Ruthless], [Step-Sisters], [Goddesses], [Beastkins], [Yanderes], [Threesome and more!], ... DISCORD LINK FOR ILLUSTRATIONS OF WAIFUS: https://discord.gg/fhdv8Eb7QP

They say he is evil, they say he is ruthless, but why does he not conform to the rumors? -------- Adelaide, the Princess of Dystopia, bound by her duty to her subjects gets married to the Crown Prince of the enemy country, Asteria Adelaide had always heard about how her groom was a ruthless person, but why does he act differently? He doesn't show his ruthless and aggressive side towards her, rather, he is sweet towards her, which leaves her at a loss for words. Prince Ethan is an enigmatic human, and his actions always leave Adelaide confused. While Adelaide was figuring out Ethan, there were dangers lurking around the palace. Secrets to be unfolded, and questions to be answered. There is a lot to find out. In all of these, would Ethan and Adelaide stay together? Or would they be separated due to the secrets?

"You said....you would always treasure me," the grandmaster smiled weakly, blood gurgling in his mouth as he gripped the blade that was firmly embedded into his chest. "Do...you like destroying the things you treasure, Chi Cheng?" Chi Cheng's eyes blazed with murderous intent, his lips curling into a snarl as he twisted the blade further into the Grandmaster's chest. "In all your perfections, dear Grandmaster, loving me was your greatest flaw." ************* Jing Ling was a celestial beast who was on the run from his brethren and had been banished by the Celestial Realm for his crimes and treason against the supreme courts. He sought refuge in the body of a deceased child from the Chi Clan in the mortal realm. Raised in the identity of the child, currently known as Chi Chengxin, he faces challenges related to his complex cultivation skills after seventeen years. Thus, Chi Chengxin sought solace in the affections of Han Yijun, a senior disciple of the Northern Ice Sect, despite the rumors about his lack of aptitude and the shame he brought to his clan during his new life. Chi Cheng's father enlists him as an Ice Sect pupil in the hopes that the Grandmaster of Ice will see his potential. And the idea of being with Han Yijun at last brings him joy. However, the charming and kind Han Yijun gives in to the pleasure of another, and on the first day of his arrival, he is betrayed and suffers heartache. But the Grandmaster, who is charmed by Chi Cheng but constrained by his oaths and obligations, has a sense of affection that heals his damaged heart. And Chi Cheng, using the Grandmaster's favour and love to his advantage, is more eager than ever to get revenge on Han Yijun. But Chi Cheng's nightmarish past become linked with his drive for vengeance and his mischievous actions that put him in danger. When he learns of the Grandmaster's true intentions, Chi Cheng becomes conflicted between his heart and mind. Is the Grandmaster a man he should love in the first place? But how can one love the man who intends to kill them? Read the story to find out! ********* Note: The story doesn't follow an omegaverse trope but there is a factor of mpreg much later in the story. join my discord server to chat with me: find link under my profile cover picture is ai made by me

The negotiating rule in the packs was simple. You give what you took. The war and animosity between the Nightshade and Moonstone pack have been ongoing for centuries. But this time something drastic happened. The Nightshade pack lost their Luna. To maintain peace in the werewolf world, the council arrived at only one solution, a Luna in exchange for a Luna. And that’s where I got into the picture. Astrid Brooks, 26 years old. A born princess. The only daughter of the 4 children of Moonstone’s Alpha. Married off as a peace offering to none other than Kael Knight, Alpha of Nightshade pack. A replacement to his late wife, his very mate, whose blood has still not dried from the hands of my father. From the life of a princess to a mere maid, from light to darkness and from being the most loved person to one detested with crazy passion. I became a mere replacement. And this was just the beginning of my story or should I say suffering.

In a futuristic world where humanity thrives despite the ancient threat of demonic portals, monstrous entities continue to emerge, preying on the unsuspecting. To combat this, the Department of Demon Control (DDC) enlists elite warriors known as Kai-Users—humans born with an exceptional life force called Kai. Their existence remains a secret, hidden from the public eye. Kimura Asahi, a 17-year-old high schooler. Balancing school life and his duty to protect the city, his only solace is Ai, his fiancée and sole confidante. Haunted by his past and his vow to protect his younger sister, Natsumi, Asahi must push beyond his limits as greater threats emerge. A battle for survival begins. Will his love and determination be enough to face the demons ahead? Support this story by adding it to your collection, giving Power Stones, and Golden Tickets! For private discussion, reach out on Discord: leod.greed.

Adolfo, a young pianist whose passion was silenced by an accident, finds himself trapped in an aimless adult life. Memories of broken dreams and unrequited loves drown him in alcohol. However, one night, a journey through his memories takes him back to his high school days, where loves and opportunities still seemed possible.

A boy so desperate to avenge his parents death unlocks a great darkness upon himself, but slowly learns the true nature of the creature

“Love me for a year and when it is all over, you are free to go” Her words, not his. Her words. So why did it feel like her whole world was crashing as the year neared its end? Olivia Baker’s world ended when her fiance cheated on her with her best friend or was it when she found out the man she loved was only using her to get her father’s company? Was it even crazier that she loved him still?

Isadora, a 5-year-old girl, loses her sight after a mysterious incident. Her mother, Mrs. Lisa, seeks help from her employer, Mrs. Elena, who agrees to provide financial assistance for Isadora's surgery if they can find a donor within two months. As Mrs. Lisa navigates this challenge, Isadora meets Andrew, the son of Mrs. Elena, who shows kindness and friendship towards her. will she ever get her sight back?

A slave girl living in a magical land finds herself kidnapped by the most powerful man in the world. The demon king. He charms her despite his intimidating appearance, but as soon as she falls for him, she gets taken away and travels accross the land on a quest with a fairy meeting many new handsome men attempting to take her heart. But meanwhile, a plot reveals itself along her quest and an evil sorcerer is not happy with the prize he wants.

An arranged marriage united Lana Peroni and Ricardio Massarotti, both hailing from wealthy and powerful families in Milan, Italy. Lana was very young when she married her husband, but that wasn't bad for her as she loved him deep in her heart. However, none of that was enough for the cold and unfeeling Ricardio, who is a billionaire and CEO of a major financial corporation, Massarotti Banks. Lana for a long time began to suffer because her marriage was not going well and the two did not have much communion, and because of that, it made her very sad. It only remained to be seen how that heartbroken woman could continue with that relationship, as it always seemed that her feelings were unrequited.

Adrian Hudel has always been the invisible son in the Hu family, overshadowed by his elder brother Wryn, who was groomed to inherit the family business. Adrian’s only solace lies in his passion for painting, a dream he clings to amidst the cold indifference of his father, Wuner Hudel. But when Wryn abandons the family overnight, fleeing from an arranged marriage to the richest man in the country, Ethan Levistis, Adrian’s life takes a devastating turn. --- The cover is mine. The cover is of MC-Adrian Hudel. Free to collect. BL Story.

Demon King Nefarius is betrayed by his aide and kidnapped by hero Tokiya. 　When he wakes up, he finds himself in a woman's body!? Demon King Nefarius decides to return to his throne as Demon King. 　Hero Tokiya says he will help him. The two decide to work together for their goal, and at first, the relationship between demon king and hero is incompatible, but as they get to know each other, their relationship becomes...!? And various trials await them!!

Isabella Monroe thought she had hit rock bottom. Orphaned at a young age, betrayed by her own blood, and treated as nothing more than a pawn, she had learned to survive in silence. But when she crosses paths with Adrian Blackwell—a ruthless billionaire known for his unpredictable darkness—her life is thrown into a world even she couldn’t have imagined. Trapped within the gilded walls of his mansion, Isabella struggles to navigate Adrian’s dangerous moods and volatile demands. She clings to secrets of her own, haunted by the memories of her parents' mysterious death, which she suspects wasn’t an accident. When Adrian’s obsession with control tightens around her, Isabella’s past begins to unravel, revealing connections that threaten not only her life but everything Adrian has built. Why is Adrian so drawn to her? What deadly secrets lie within her family? And what will Adrian do when he learns the truth? As shadows of betrayal, revenge, and desire collide, Isabella and Adrian are thrust into a battle neither expected—and from which neither may escape. In a twisted game of survival, loyalty, and hidden truths, Isabella must decide: will she remain a pawn, or become something far more dangerous?

"Don't Love Me" is a captivating tale of love, mystery, and soul exchange. The story follows Baek Hyeon (Hyeonie), a charismatic hero, and two intertwined souls: Yun, a rebellious girl with a troubled past, and Jiwon, a girl who has experienced a heartbreaking childhood devoid of love. Jiwon's soul mysteriously takes over Yun's body after a sudden accident, leading her to a new life full of challenges. As Jiwon adapts to Yun's life, she faces bullying at school due to Yun's reputation and rebellious gang affiliations. Yet, she also finds herself falling deeply in love with Baek Hyeon—but there's a twist. She is torn between the question: does he love Yun, or the soul inhabiting Yun’s body? Amid the intense emotional turmoil and physical bullying, Jiwon decides to leave Hyeonie. She fears that he loves only Yun’s outward personality, and the pain of bullying becomes unbearable. Despite all the struggles and confusion surrounding the soul exchange, in the end, they come together, bound by a bond that transcends identity. After overcoming various obstacles, they finally unite, but how ? Will they truly be able to stay together ?

In the realm of Azura, where the mystical forest of Tenebrous threatens to consume the kingdom, a mysterious tome hidden within the labyrinthine library of Eldrid holds the key to an ancient secret. The book, "Chronicles of Eldrida," weaves a tale of forbidden love, magic, and sacrifice. When Lyra, a brilliant and curious scholar, stumbles upon the ancient text, she is unexpectedly transported into the body of Elianora, a noblewoman betrothed to Crown Prince Kaidën of Azura. Elianora's love for Kaidën has been unwavering since childhood, but fate has other plans. A tragic accident leaves Kaidën disfigured and crippled, forcing Elianora to confront the darkness within herself. As Lyra navigates her new reality, she finds herself torn between her loyalty to Elianora's memories and her growing feelings for the brooding prince. As the forest's dark energies encroach upon the kingdom, Lyra must unravel the mysteries of Azura's past and the sinister forces driving the forest's expansion. With the fate of the kingdom hanging in the balance, Lyra must choose between her love for Kaidën and her duty to protect the realm. Will Lyra find a way to restore Kaidën to his former glory, or will the shadows of the past consume them? Can she reconcile her dual identities and forge a new path, or will the journey ultimately prove too daunting?

Annika never intended to love him. The Demon King, hated by her kingdom, feared by her people—yet he saw her, truly saw her, in a way no one else ever had. In his arms, she found not a monster, but a man with a heart as wounded as her own. But love cannot erase the lines drawn in blood. As enemies rise and a merciless faction vows to destroy Leo, Annika faces the cruelest of fates: to betray the man who taught her love, or abandon the kingdom that gave her life. Every choice comes with a cost, and this time, there may be no redemption. Caught in a war where her heart stands on one side and her duty on the other, Annika must decide what she’s willing to sacrifice. Can love withstand the weight of the world, or will it shatter under the burden of betrayal? And if it does... how will she survive the pieces?

Princess and a boy who came to teach to use sword experiences something strange in their life which too quite a wild turn....

In "Dangerous Love," two characters who seek freedom and revenge meet in the face of humanity. A tempest of blood-shedding arises when they collide as a couple. When Jackson was five, he developed a tumor in his brain that doctors said was caused by his parents' neglect. Walter and Susan Walters—a much-admired couple who spent most of their time on work rather than focusing on their son—were forced to take care of him full-time after the diagnosis. They spent a lot of money trying to treat the tumor by flying him abroad, but it did him no good . When he turned twenty, gaining admission into the university marked a significant turning point in his life. About a year later , his father was killed in an airplane crash . The family was torn apart by what happened. Cassandra the maid,—who was also an orphan after her parents passed away but had a better relationship with them than Jackson did with his father before he died —was the only person that Jackson looked up to following his father's demise. When Mr. Walter died, the business world of the Walters faced many challenges—so much so that Mrs. Walters felt compelled to fly back home in order to finish what he had started and focus on her son's happiness Before Mrs. Walter left for her trip, she made sure that Cassandra was also accepted into the same college as her son had wished for. MATILDA CASANTRO , the biggest girl in the college, made repeated attempts at winning Jackson over, but Cassandra's arrival caused Matilda to lose her cool among peers. As Cassandra charms her way into Jackson’s life, strange accidents begin to unfold, and suspicion falls squarely on him. Torn between his growing feelings for Cassandra and the chaos surrounding him, Jackson begins to uncover dark truths about her—and about his own family’s past. But when the true killer is revealed, the lines between love and betrayal blur. Together, Jackson and Cassandra must decide: will their bond save them from destruction, or is their connection too dangerous to survive? In Dangerous Love, trust is a weapon, and the truth can be deadly.

At Kanci High School, everyone knows Sato Tomo—the boy with an angel’s face and a carefree smile. Popular yet mysterious, Sato floats through life, charming everyone without ever getting too close. His delicate frame and soft blue eyes often make people mistake him for someone fragile, but Sato hides deeper emotions behind that playful exterior. He seems untouchable, always surrounded by friends and laughter, making it hard for anyone to get a glimpse of who he really is. Emma Rose, on the other hand, is the opposite. With her strikingly foreign appearance—blue hair and pink eyes—Emma stands out, but not in a way that wins her friends. Shy, introverted, and often the target of bullying, Emma hides behind books and manga, escaping to worlds where she can be brave and confident, unlike the quiet girl she is in reality. The only person who truly knows her is her best friend, Ino, a bold and outspoken tomboy who’s always had Emma’s back. When Emma accidentally walks into the wrong classroom one afternoon and finds herself face-to-face with Sato, her world shifts in ways she never expected. Sato, with his easy smile and kind words, surprises her. Could there be more to him than the popular boy everyone sees? As Emma begins to notice the loneliness hidden behind Sato’s cheerful mask, she realizes they may have more in common than she thought. But Sato has no interest in love or high school drama—he’s too focused on his hobbies and enjoying life to get caught up in romance. Emma, on the other hand, isn’t sure what to make of her growing feelings. As the two are drawn into each other's orbits, Emma finds herself questioning not only her own heart but also the boy behind the smile. In Love is Hard, the story follows Emma’s journey of discovering herself and trying to understand the complexities of Sato, all while navigating the chaos of high school life, friendships, and her own shy heart. Will Sato ever open up? And can Emma find the courage to step out of her shell?

i pinned her to my bed a she was panting and moaning "Don't worry baby girl ill be gentle"

“He knew he should not go easy on her, but his heart is challenging his mind…” (Warning: Novel is r-18 with strong mature content but NO rape and violence!) **** Arya Tan, a beautiful, young, wannabe actress, was in a difficult situation that her only option was to agree on a deal offered to her to save her loved ones' lives. The deal was to make the aloof man named Ryu Ken fall in love with her, only to leave him heartbroken and devastated afterward. Would she succeed, and if she did, would she be able to escape Ryu’s wrath? Ryu Ken, a ruthless CEO who never gave a second glance to any woman how-much-ever beautiful she was, gave his heart to one woman. And despite his warnings, the woman broke his heart and left him. So he vowed to find her and punish her as brutally as he could. But could he really punish her when deep in his heart it was still her he longed to be? Could love overcome the hate buried in his heart? ====== Excerpt: "Leaving already? You seem to be in such a rush to talk to me. Why don't you spill it out now?" Stunned, Arya wondered if she was hallucinating. The voice was very familiar. The man's arm encircled her waist, abruptly pulled her towards him. He then leaned forward and scornfully whispered into her ear, "Aren't you here to negotiate? I was hoping you had a better offer." She tilted her head to look up at the rude man and was left open-mouthed looking at a familiar face. She was shocked but mumbled, "Ryu?" Ryu smirked and stared at Arya's slightly opened lips and said, "Did you miss me? How about this?" Before Arya could utter another word, Ryu captured her lips abruptly and kissed her roughly. ========== Author's Note: Hope you enjoy reading this ORIGINAL novel of mine (It's absolutely a happy ending! Author hates the sad endings!). Many thanks in advance for your support. With Lots of Love, EUSTOMA_reyna Other Books: (www.linktr.ee/eustoma_reyna) The General Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who LOVES Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) Kiss Me Not (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts (in writing) The Crown's Entrapment (in writing) contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy Instagram: eustoma_reyna Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna The book cover is mine, art created by laylee_hiu (instagram)

She fell in love at first sight and did everything to conquer the man of her dreams... Her General... [warning: R-18 content *No Rape *no major misunderstanding] Status: Completed Novel ----- Zacharias Lim was a loyal, diligent and persevering soldier. Despite his poor background, he had managed to rise steadily from the lowest rank of a Private to the youngest and one of the most respected Generals in his country. He was a principled man who always acted by the book and followed every rule. Because he had grown up in a poverty-stricken condition and having had to work extremely hard to get to where he was now, he detested people who didn't appreciate life just because they were lucky enough to have been born with a silver spoon in their mouth. That was until he met Keira Chan... Keira Chan was a beautiful, bright, mischievous and confident young woman who always knew what she wanted. Having been born as the only daughter of one of the richest and most prominent families in the country, where gold was treated as sand, she had always led a carefree life and she could always get what she wanted without having to exert much effort. That was until she met Zacharias Lim... It just so happened that she fell in love with the young General at first sight and was set to win his heart. And thus her laborious but hilarious journey to get him to be her man ensued... ====== Excerpt: “General Zacharias Lim, I, Keira Chan, will absolutely get admitted to that Academy so I can get closer to the person I like for the first time in my life.” Zach could smell the sweetness of her breath mixed with alcohol. But that was not it, because for some reason his body was reacting on his own. At that instant, he knew what could happen next, but instead of pushing Keira away from him, he did nothing but stayed put, it was like he was anticipating what would happen next as he remained frozen. Then, Keira added in her hoarse sweet voice, “I will enter the Military Academy to conquer you, General Zach. So be ready, because I never take a ‘NO’ for an answer.” That was the last words that Keira dropped before she closed the gap and kissed Zach on his lips, leaving him just staring at her in bewilderment... =========== Author's Note: Hope you enjoy reading this ORIGINAL novel of mine. I love romance with happy endings so this is a happy ending. Many thanks in advance for your support. With Lots of Love, EUSTOMA_reyna Other Books: The CEO Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who Loves Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) Kiss Me Not (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts The Crown's Entrapment contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna book cover is mine... cover art by ghifari_art (instagram)

In his arms, she found her home, and she wanted to stay in that home forever. …. [warning:Novel is r18 * NO rape * No major misunderstanding!] Status: Completed Novel ****** "Stand up." Yera hissed, eyes narrowed at Xander. "It's already up." Xander smirked and leaned against the headboard of the bed.  He lifted an eyebrow and with a grin added, "Perhaps you need.... skin to skin proof?" Disbelief flashed in Yera's eyes. It was quickly replaced with anger. "You pervert!" "You took advantage of me," he teased. His eyes slowly trailed down her lips towards her neck and with his hoarse voice said, "Or would you like me to remind you... what you did last night?" He was Xander Yang whose hope of marriage ended when he was diagnosed with an erectile dysfunction. Smart and stubborn, the Doctor CEO of Yang Globals group was a very bubbly and loveable person but a difficult man to handle.  However, meeting a certain Deyna Song turned his world upside down. How could his dysfunction vanish when he was around her? What kind of magic does this feisty woman hold? Meanwhile, Yera Han had it all. Aside from being the youngest surgeon in the world, she was also the ruthless heiress of the Life Hospitals Group. Smart, Beautiful and Cold. She was revered as the ice queen capable of bringing back the dead with her hands. However, fate took everything away from her… her love, her property... She was left with nothing and lived as Deyna Song. How could she allow fate to make her dance in its palm? She was Yera Han and she vowed to take all that was hers back! They took everything away from her and now she was left with nothing but vengeance... Then came this doctor following her around offering a marriage alliance? How could she think of getting married when her everything was at stake!  ========== Author's Note: Hope you enjoy reading this ORIGINAL novel of mine. This is absolutely a happy ending. Many thanks in advance for your support. With Lots of Love, EUSTOMA_reyna Other Books: The CEO Who Hates Me (completed) The General Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who Loves Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) Kiss Me Not (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts The Crown's Entrapment contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna

A story of love, humor, and one foolish human’s quest to win the heart of the goddess who changed his destiny.

Crystal is a 20-year-old pre-med student navigating the aftermath of a traumatic experience that has left her with partial amnesia. Once laser-focused and driven, she now struggles to reclaim a life she barely remembers. Her "new normal" is riddled with questions and inconsistencies that gnaw at her already fragile sense of self. Her family seems to be hiding something, their evasive answers only deepening her unease. Her best friend turned boyfriend turned ex is back in her life. But it's someone else she can't seem to stop thinking about-a mysterious figure with secrets so deep, she isn't sure she wants to uncover them. Crystal's journey is a tangle of unraveling memories, hidden truths, and conflicting emotions. As she pieces together her past, she's forced to confront the parts of herself she isn't sure she's ready to face, while navigating relationships that feel both familiar and foreign. Her life has become a puzzle, and every step closer to solving it leaves her wondering if she's ready for what she'll find.

Falsely accused of treason and awaiting execution, Athena Cloverfield, the former young heiress to the fallen House Cloverfield, reflects on her life to pinpoint where it all went wrong. Athena blames Iris, her stepsister, for all the bad things that happened to her, but her perspective is utterly shattered when Iris visits her in the dungeons and confesses her love for her, going so far as to declare that she would try to rescue her. The time of the execution inevitably came, and Athena was about to be executed. Just then, Iris appears and fights desperately to get to Athena, but before she can get anywhere close, Iris is defeated and is made to watch the execution from where she fell. Seeing her desperation and finally believing the genuine tears, Athena prayed to God, for the very first time in her life, for a second chance to make amends. As if God himself had answered the prayer, Athena miraculously finds herself back in time on the same day Iris arrives at her home in the Cloverfield mansion. Seizing the chance, Athena resolves herself to be the best stepsister she could imagine herself to be, but the memories from the past timelines haunt her constantly, causing her to react negatively and straying down the same path as before. When eventually cornered into the fateful tea party, Athena, in a moment of vulnerability, confessed her inner fears of how Iris could once again ruin her life despite her trying her best to make amends. Perhaps due to an accidental but fortunate choice of words, Iris misunderstood Athena and was completely charmed by her. To Athena’s amazement, Iris swore to Athena on the spot that she would be her loyal and loving sister who would protect her from the world. And in the days after, Athena and Iris enjoyed a loving and caring relationship, just as Athena hoped to have. But fate had it out for Athena, and to her horror, the events that led to her execution started occurring once more when she got enrolled into the kingdom’s royal academy alongside Iris in this timeline. Thanks to the first of those dreadful events, she got involved with the crown prince, the same man who ordered her execution in the previous timeline, and somehow attracted his attention. To make things worse, as the days passed and Athena, for some reason, started to gain popularity amongst her peers, Iris became more obsessive and overprotective towards Athena, causing various scandalous rumours to rise and leading to both troublesome and amusing incidents. But unbeknownst to Athena and Iris, a sinister figure seeks to tear their relationship apart and eventually lead Athena down the path of doom…

After a tragic breakup with his girlfriend, Yuna Aoki, Yuuto Fujiwara is left heartbroken and lost. As he tries to end his life, a mysterious girl saves him. As Yuuto returns to school, rumors start getting spread about Yuna's betrayal. Yuuto is torn between his choice from the other day and the girl who gave him a second chance.