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Reincarnated into an eroge brimming with cunning and seductive women, Shia quickly learns this world is no paradise. His childhood friend? A manipulative beauty with a penchant for control. The maid? A silver-haired, venomous tsundere. Even the elegant motherly figures hide sharp fangs behind their kind smiles. Fortunately, Shia knows this world’s secret: a unique system that only he can use. From making alliances with snake-like in-laws to hosting wild parties in the elf kingdom, Shia takes charge as the self-proclaimed administrator of chaos. But taming bad women isn’t easy, and Shia’s life quickly turns into a whirlwind of power plays, unexpected friendships, and wild nights.

She wanted success. He wanted control. Now, they’re trapped together. When Ava Sinclair, a rising star in the corporate world, is robbed of her promotion by none other than Adrian Blackwood, the ruthless CEO who sees her as nothing more than a pawn, she vows never to bow to him. But when a scandal forces them into a contract marriage, their rivalry turns into an intoxicating battle of desire, dominance, and power. Will Ava escape his control, or will she fall for the man she swore to hate?

Eun-Byul Lee, a fearless and street-smart fighter, meets a tragic end in a car accident—only to awaken as Cecilia von Arlen, a minor character in a novel she once read. As Cecilia, a timid pushover fated to die tragically halfway through the story, Eun-Byul must use her wits and fighting spirit to change her destiny and survive in a world that was never meant to be hers.

Chasing Whispers is the story about..... That's the mystery. But, on surface level, this is the story about Lucian Cole, a mastermind, a Genius. Going through his dual life, navigating adversities. If you like intelligent characters with smart strategy and plannings mixed with psychological-criminal thrillers/dark themes, this might just be the one for you.

**"Leave me alone! Please, just let me go!"** My voice cracked as I thrashed in his iron grip, but it was useless. He scooped me up effortlessly, his hold unyielding, carrying me off to a fate I couldn’t escape. This can’t be happening. Not now. Not like this. "I don’t want this," I whispered, my voice raw with terror. "Please… just let me go." My pleas barely reached his ears, or if they did, he didn’t care. His silence was louder than any threat, his indifference a dagger to my chest. A heartbeat later, my body hit the softness of a king-sized bed, but there was no comfort in it. My tears had nearly dried, leaving only silent sobs wracking my frame. I forced myself to speak, desperation lacing every syllable. "Luciano, please," I choked out. "If I’ve wronged you in any way, I’m sorry. But don’t punish me like this." A deafening crack split the air, and before I could react, fire exploded across my cheek. The force of the slap sent my head whipping to the side, my skin stinging from the brutal contact. The room pulsed with danger. **"No one calls me by my name,"** he growled, his voice like crushed glass—sharp, merciless. **"And no one tells me what to do."** His fingers curled under my chin, forcing me to meet his gaze. Cold, dark, and bottomless, his eyes held no mercy, no hesitation. "You will warm my bed," he murmured, his voice dangerously soft, laced with cruel intent. "You will satisfy my every craving, no matter how disastrous, no matter how dark." A wicked smirk ghosted over his lips, his grip tightening. "Because you are mine to break. And no one stops me." He leaned in, his breath fanning against my trembling lips. "Now… come here." --- Story by white pheonix

The Last Betrayal Elias was nothing more than a desperate man looking for a way out of poverty. When a reckless decision to rob a casino owned by the infamous Black Sun Syndicate goes horribly wrong, he is thrust into a world of crime, violence, and power beyond his imagination. Given a brutal ultimatum by the mafia’s ruthless leader, Dominic Graves, Elias is forced to become a pawn in their deadly game—or die. As Elias descends deeper into the underworld, his once-innocent soul becomes stained with blood. What begins as a struggle for survival soon ignites an insatiable hunger for power. Robbery turns to murder. Betrayal becomes second nature. With every crime, Elias sheds the weak man he once was, rising through the ranks of the criminal empire. But ambition is a double-edged sword, and in the world of the mafia, loyalty is a myth. When his growing greed drives him to challenge even the untouchable Dominic Graves, Elias sparks a war—one that pits him against rival syndicates, corrupt officials, and the very government that seeks to eradicate him. But in a world built on deception and brutality, is there ever a true victor? As his enemies close in and his past sins return to haunt him, Elias must confront the ultimate question: Will he die as a king or fall as another forgotten pawn in the empire of shadows? A dark, thrilling journey into the depths of crime, Empire of Shadows explores the cost of power, the corruption of the soul, and the inevitable downfall of those who dare to claim the throne of the underworld.

Victoria Lane, the unflinching CEO of Luminex International, is no stranger to power. With a reputation forged in ambition and an empire built on ruthless precision, she thrives in a world of control—until the arrival of Ethan Ward, her seemingly ordinary new intern. Beneath his polite demeanor and sharp intellect, however, Ethan hides a dark purpose: he is here to shatter the seal binding the secrets of Victoria's soul. As Victoria navigates her corporate kingdom, she becomes increasingly drawn to Ethan’s enigmatic charm and unwavering confidence, even as her instincts scream caution. Unknown to her, Ethan’s every move is calculated, part of a larger, otherworldly plan to unlock a hidden power within her—a power tied to a family curse Victoria has spent her life suppressing. But Victoria is not a pawn in anyone’s game. With her sharp intuition and commanding presence, she begins her own investigation into Ethan's past, uncovering fragments of his true identity. Their dynamic shifts from a tense battle of wits to a dangerous dance of attraction and betrayal, as layers of mystery, power, and forbidden desire unfold. In a world where ambition blurs the line between loyalty and manipulation, who will outmaneuver whom? The Queen and Her Pawn is a tale of dominance, intrigue, and romance, where the stakes are nothing less than control over fate itself—and perhaps, a shot at love.

In the desolate halls of Flamesworth estate, time is broken, déjà vu lingers like a haunting melody, and Sylvain Flamesworth—last heir to a once-great lineage—is trapped in the spiraling loops of rejection and tradition,but Sylvain isn’t just another pawn of fate, he is so much more than that.

She sacrificed her life to save others but woke up to live again. Lit-An never counted on being reincarnated into the world of the Licnine, but after she catches the attention of a powerful being she becomes a pawn in a dangerous war. The 'Others' have invaded the world of the Licnine, enslaving and killing anyone who stands in the way of their total domination. It is up to Lit-An to stop them. But can this tiny girl be the savior of an entire world?

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.

He doesn’t understand his own emotions—he feels too much, yet comprehends too little. Pity weighs on his soul like an iron chain, binding him to a world he despises. He sympathizes with everyone, even those who wrong him, yet he hates himself most of all. Love? That’s a concept far beyond his grasp, an illusion he has never been able to understand. Then, one day, his ordinary walk home is interrupted by an act of divine will. The road vanishes, replaced by an endless hall that radiates an overwhelming presence. A celestial being of unimaginable beauty greets him, claiming that he has been "chosen." But not as a hero, not as a savior—he is to become the villain of another world. His only objective? Survive. If he does, he will gain the right to participate in the Gods' Game, a challenge that could grant him anything—even omnipotence itself. But how can one play the role of a villain when their heart refuses to be cruel? When pity overrides logic, when self-hatred clouds judgment, and when love remains an enigma? As he navigates a world that sees him as an enemy, he must decide—will he embrace the darkness assigned to him, or will he defy fate itself? In a game watched by gods, every choice is entertainment. And in the end, even a villain can rewrite their story.

A pickpocket's routine heist gone catastrophically wrong, dragged him into the hidden world of assassins and mystical cards. Now marked by the enigmatic Arcane Master, The Devil, he is blackmailed into becoming a pawn in a larger, blood-soaked game. [Volume 1 Devil Child: Complete] [Volume 2 Blood and Bonds: Current] **** Character in cover: Seraphine Veyra Arvore

“Marriage is a game of power, some fight to win, others fight to destroy. But when two people refuse to surrender, the only thing left is war.” Daniel Smith had it all—money, power, and the kind of devastating charm that made women weak in the knees. He was untouchable, unstoppable, a man who played by his own rules. Until his family forced him into the one thing he never wanted—marriage. Regina Green was no delicate rose. Sharp-tongued, bold, and dangerously unpredictable, she knew how to strike where it hurt. If Daniel wanted a battle, she was sure to make certain that he regretted ever stepping onto the field. Neither of them would bow. Neither of them would break. Their marriage was a battlefield drenched in tension—where every glance was a challenge and every argument pushed them closer to a line they swore they’d never cross. Hate was their language, desire was their weapon, but falling for each other? That was never supposed to be part of the plan.

Ethan Grayson, a lone wolf shunned by his former pack, returns to his hometown after receiving news of his younger brother’s death under suspicious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, Ethan finds himself entangled in a web of secrets involving the current alpha, Marcus Kane, whose iron grip on the pack hides a sinister agenda. As Ethan digs deeper, he discovers a secret society operating in the shadows, manipulating both humans and shifters for their gain. With the help of Claire, a brave human detective who refuses to believe the supernatural doesn’t exist, Ethan must decide where his loyalties lie—protecting his family or exposing the corruption tearing apart everything he once held dear.

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?

Betrayed and ruined, arms dealer Jamal Benson craves revenge. To strike his cunning partner, James Aleshinloye, Jamal targets the one thing James values most—his daughter, Freya. Fiercely independent, Freya has spent years escaping her father’s shadow. But when Jamal abducts her, she’s thrust into a deadly game of vengeance. Refusing to be a pawn, Freya battles her captor, even as their undeniable attraction threatens to ignite. As secrets unravel and enemies close in, Jamal and Freya must navigate lies, desire, and betrayal. In a world where loyalty kills, will love be their undoing?

an eighteen year old devil-like young man wants to live a life with superpowers and unlimited energy because if you don't have superpowers by the age of 18 you will be considered useless, so useless that if people s find the truth they will most likely go to court and tell the judges then the person that have been reported for will be sentenced to death with no food or water Kevin doesn't want to live a tragedy life so he accepted the offer that........... the devil gave him

When Elyse Salvatore’s pack turns on her, accusing her of murdering their beloved warrior leader, she’s left with nothing but rage and a death sentence. Sold to a rogue auction, she’s snatched up by Alpha Kael—a mysterious and feared alpha with a reputation as cold as his piercing gaze. But Kael isn’t just buying a prisoner. He’s chasing a prophecy, and Elyse is tangled in its threads. Now trapped in Kael’s world of glittering mansions and deadly secrets, Elyse has to survive hostile glares from his icy fiancée, Selena, suspicion from his powerful mother, and the gut-wrenching betrayal of her childhood friend, Chloe, who’s sold her soul to the rogue king, Alpha Peter. Worse, Peter’s claws are everywhere. He’s taken over her old pack, slaughtered their leaders, and wants Elyse dead—or worse, under his control. As sparks fly between Elyse and Kael, they uncover a web of lies: Scott’s death was no accident, Peter’s plan runs deeper than bloodshed, and an ancient prophecy claims one of them must die to save their world. But Elyse is done playing by fate’s rules. When Kael is captured, she risks everything to free him, even as visions warn she’ll betray him—and her own brother, fighting for Peter, stands in her way. **A story of fire, fury, and forbidden bonds**, *The Outcast’s Mate* throws you into a world where love is a weapon, trust is fragile, and every choice could end in ruin. Can a betrayed beta and a hardened alpha rewrite destiny—or will the shadows of the past destroy them first?

Emma is a smart teenage girl who is ostracized at school by her brother and his friends for something she did three months ago. She spends most of her time in Blackwood Forest until she encounters a sadistic supernatural clown boy who changes her entire life.

hehehee I will only produce op and smart mc. NOTE: no running mouth

Born as a Yūmenka, cursed with the Four Paths of the "Lesser Revelations of Light," Haze's life was marked by fear and captivity. Seen and treated as a weapon, a mere pawn in a game, he dreams of breaking free from the chains of his demon-possessed fate. But when whispers of power and divinity emerge, Haze faces an impossible choice: remain bound to his cursed origins or defy the world to seek rebirth and redemption. Can a soul forged in darkness rise to claim the light?

A Polymathic Man gets sent to the Viking era and decides to conquer the world with his smarts and the strength that he inherited from the body he possess now

A man gets reincarnated or transmigrated into a world full of steampunking, gods, and weird misconseptions. He fights the cruel world in order to find his lost memories and restore or destroy this body's life. Gifted three cards he must beat the odds that were never in his favor. -Read to find out more

In a world where gods play games and mortals are their pawns, one ordinary college dropout finds himself thrust into an extraordinary adventure. With the help of a sarcastic system administrator(who may or may not be trying to kill him), our protagonist embarks on a journey filled with danger, hilarity, unexpected allies, and enough plot twists. From zero to hero, he levels up faster than anyone thought possible-- but can he survive long enough to become the overlord of this chaotic multiverse?

Megami Sato. The greatest sage in modern human history. The discoverer of magic, the prize-winning "near-diety." Who knew she could make mistakes? Yuki Kiroshi. Smart, intelligent, possibly the wisest in his school. The lone opposer of god. So why did Megami hate him? From an insect to a dragon-slaying king, Yuki will find a way to defeat his only enemy.

When billionaire CEO, Ethan Blackwood, needs a wife to protect his family's business, he proposes an arranged marriage to his intelligent and beautiful secretary, Lily Rose. During their turbulent marriage, they must confront secrets, lies, and demons from their own pasts. But when Ethan's ex-girlfriend, Regina Vale, threatens to destroy their relationship, Ethan and Lily must fight to protect their love and their future together. Will their arranged marriage turn into true love, or will secrets and lies tear them apart?

I will get straight to the point, this is your ordinary fantasy magic novel with a unique magical system and lots of kingdom building. what you can expect- powerful MC. Smart MC. No plans for romance yet. Good World Building. Unique Magic System. kingdom building.

Disillusioned with Earth and Humanity, a the Father of Modern Smart AIs plants a highly experimental FOW-AI on Omega Ark. In the process, dies, and sends the Ark off. Its journey takes it to a far, far away planet that is straight out of a fantasy. Charged with its only directive of settling the planet under its control, it does just that. However, the Ai, named Opal, begins to wonder about many a thing.

Ma Zhi who was upset with his life finds a buttons that would explode the Earth and send him to a new place. As a vengeful and dumb person, he decides to explode the Earth and head over to a world filled with cultivation and beasts. He isn't smart or talented. The only thing that is good about him is his looks, but how will this dumb person survive in a world that acknowledges the strong?

“If you had the choice to live your life again, would you do it?” That was the question that pestered someone's mind as his body was crushed by debris, waiting for death. He had lived as nothing more than a cog in a machine, a puppet for his father's will. Although as abrupt as it was, his disappointing life ended in a devastating earthquake, surrounded by the corpses of his colleagues. As he was contemplating how unfair his life was, he made a resigned declaration to sleep normally again, one last time.  But, even the eternal rest didn't happen. Upon opening his eyes, he was reincarnated into another world as Deilos, the son of Demon Lord Dantalion, and found himself trapped in a jail where he was tortured, starved, and left all alone for days on end.  Just when Deilos thought his life couldn't sink any lower, a mysterious knight appeared before him and was rescued by the orders of the Demon Lord Barbatos. Deilos was used by Barbatos as a pawn in a petty dispute between human nobles and demon lords regarding the rebellion of humans within the demon territory. The only way to survive was to be a more cunning predator among predators in a battle of wits and deception, where one misstep can lead to death.  How will he face this awful life now? Will he be just another pawn, or will he be able to reclaim his life again? Well, that is what we'll see.