Lydia Bennett

When billionaire tycoon Philip Caldwell dies unexpectedly, his greedy and power-hungry family gathers to claim their piece of his vast fortune. But imagine their shock when his will is read, revealing that everything—his estate, his companies, his billions—has been left to his young caregiver, 23-year-old Astrid Bennett. With her newly found unimaginable wealth Astrid becomes the target of Philip’s vengeful family, who will stop at nothing to take back what they believe is rightfully theirs. With no allies and danger lurking in the shadows, Astrid’s only hope lies in Cole Donovan, her mysterious and fiercely protective bodyguard. Haunted by his own troubled past, Cole has sworn to keep Astrid safe, no matter the cost. But as the threats grow and duty gives way to desire, Astrid must decide if she can trust the one man willing to risk everything for her—or if her inheritance will cost her life.

When a high schooler. Sophia Bennett had an accident; she woke up and found herself in an unfamiliar world. After 1 week of figuring out, she finally discovered that she was reincarnated into the world of a novel she read in her previous life. And not just some ordinary novel, but the novel she hated passionately with her heart. She never thought it would be possible, but here she is right now. Will Sophia be able to go back? Or will she completely lose herself first? Will she survive her destiny? And what are those nightmares she keeps having? Why was she reincarnated here? Is her real body alive? Why does her memory seem foggy? There are so many questions left unanswered. And there are so many events shrouded in mystery. Will she be able to learn the truth? 2025 its_zarian, All Rights Reserved.

Archer Bennett, der mit seinem derzeitigen Leben zufrieden ist, wird plötzlich erstochen und verliert alles, was er liebt. Er findet jedoch schnell heraus, dass der Tod nicht immer endgültig ist. Als Kind mit dem Namen Archer Ashguard wird er in eine magische Welt transmigriert und findet sich verlassen wieder. Verloren und allein, mit geheimnisvollen und starken magischen Fähigkeiten. Er begibt sich auf ein Abenteuer, das manchmal lustig, manchmal ernst ist und in dem es viele Mädchen gibt! Begleite Archer auf einer legendären Reise, die die Welt verändern wird. Keine NTR, Yuri oder Vergewaltigung. ----------------------------------------------------- Wenn Sie mich unterstützen wollen, kaufen Sie einen Kaffee - https://ko-fi.com/neganspalace Ich werde hier und da ständige Änderungen vornehmen, um die Grammatik und die Geschichte im Allgemeinen zu verbessern. Charakterzeichnungen auf Discord. Zwei Kapitel pro Tag. 500 Steine = 1 zusätzliches Kapitel. https://discord.gg/rkyQyz85DJ

Archer Bennett—happy with his current life, is suddenly stabbed, losing everything he loves. However, he quickly finds out that death is not always final. Transmigrated into a magical world—as a child named Archer Ashguard—he finds himself abandoned. Lost and alone, with mysterious and potent magical abilities. He sets out on an adventure that’s sometimes fun, sometimes serious, and full of girls! Join Archer as he embarks on a legendary journey that will change the world. No Yuri or NTR ----------------------------------------------------- Super Gift = three extra chapters. If you want to support me, go to my Patreon = patreon.com/NegansPalace Two chapters per day. https://discord.gg/rkyQyz85DJ

is a poignant young adult romance set against the backdrop of the picturesque, yet emotionally turbulent, coastal town of Seabrook Harbor. Lila Hart, a shy and talented artist, finds her world turned upside down when Kai Bennett, the school's popular star swimmer, unexpectedly enters her life.

[WSA 2025 ENTRY] Male Lead is more than morally grey, twisted, obsessive and possessive. Female Lead, tough, thinks on her feet, can stand up for herself, but still damsel in distress. Enemies to Lovers. Smut? Well, male lead is OBSESSIVE AND POSSESSIVE! Endeavor to read all free chapters before you label it boring! ……… In Cinder Pack, one of the powerful seven packs, abandoned children on the streets are considered less than the pets owned by many households. They live from hand-to-mouth, covered in dirt and used however those from better families deem fit all their life. As a result, many of them die from starvation at a very young age and those with good-looking appearances sell themselves off to better families as slaves in order to live. While a select few resort to stealing food and taking the crumbs that fall off the table of those of noble birth. This is the case for Aurelia Night and her childhood best friend, Lydia Hayes. But on a night she went to find them dinner, she overhears a conversation she shouldn’t have and becomes a target for a ruthless and dangerous Councilam. Left with no choice, she runs into the room of a stranger to hide. A stranger who claimed her as his mate. But being wolfless, she has no idea what this means and just goes along with him since he was a noble man. But as she returns to her friend the next morning, Aurelia finds out Lydia had sold her out to the Councilman in return for a better life. Now seven years later, with no memory of who she is, she unknowingly crosses path again with the stranger from that night. “Mate!” The Alpha suddenly stopped in the middle of his hunt as his nose caught a familiar scent. Well hidden in a spot, two boys snicker amongst themselves as they watched the Alpha look around in confusion. “Is that the Alpha? Doesn’t look like one to me.” “He keeps coming after our pack and mommy. What do we do?” “I have an idea!” Three hours later when the Alpha returned from his walk, he was greeted by the news of his twin sons coming to his abode. What? Twin sons? When he finally accepted the news, the woman they called mommy tried to leave. “Where do you think you’re going? I’m not getting married to you because I want to. I’m getting married to you because my sons need their mother.” Aurelia: “…” When she finally found her voice, she snapped at him. “What are you talking about? Who said they are your sons?” The man pretended to calculate with his fingers before nodding his head a little. “The date we slept together match their date of birth and they look a lot like me. Who can deny such paternity!” Unknown to him, her reappearance in the pack was of no other reason, than to take his life.

Emanuel Bennett vivia uma vida simples, por conta dos problemas familiares e amorosos, ele passou a viver sozinho, e na tentativa de achar algo para preencher o vazio emocional ele procurou vários hobbys, entre eles o que mais gostava eram as obras vinculadas ao seu autor favorito, ele nem imaginava que depois de sua morte, iria reencarnar no mesmo mundo que tanto admirava.

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Two years ago, alpha baseball star Logan Whitaker left his omega mate, Noah Bennett, to chase his dreams—just as Noah’s world was falling apart. Now, an injury sends Logan back to the small town he abandoned, and to the mate he left behind. But Noah is no longer the soft omega Logan remembers. He’s the head coach of Logan’s new team, the father of a son he never knew he had, and the cold fire in his eyes makes it clear: forgiveness is off the table. Noah has no interest in reopening old wounds. But Logan isn’t the same selfish alpha who left, and he’s determined to win back the family he didn’t know he had. Can two broken hearts find their way back to each other, or will Logan strike out for good?

The year is 2025. A devout Christian named Arthur Bennett wins a lottery to participate in a revolutionary virtual reality experience at a high-tech company called Elysium. The program utilizes a unique VR pod to immerse users in a world based on a popular anime. As the other participants—a mix of personalities with varying degrees of anime knowledge—prepare to enter the simulation, Arthur remains the only one who has never indulged in anime. Upon entering this new world, he discovers an unsettling truth: pain is excruciatingly real, despite the creators' claims of a dampened pain response. He eventually finds himself trapped in prison, unable to log out, and demanding to be released from the program. Calls go unanswered, and the world of ninjas becomes a nightmare where hunger, thirst, hygiene, and even death are all real. Angered that he was deceived, he abandons all sense of logic and vows to become a villain no one would have ever anticipated.

Jake never thought much of his recurring nightmares—until they started feeling more like memories than dreams. Every night, he finds himself soaring through smoke-filled skies, clad in crimson armor with jet-black wings, locked in a desperate battle against skyscraper-sized giants that bring only destruction. No matter how hard he fights, he always wakes up before he can win. By day, he’s just an ordinary high school student, navigating classes, football debates with his best friend Lydia, and dodging questions from his nosy younger sister, Joy. But when strange events begin seeping into the real world—shadows moving where they shouldn't, echoes of voices from his dreams—Jake starts questioning whether these nightmares are just dreams… or warnings. As the lines between reality and fantasy blur, Jake must uncover the truth behind the titans and his connection to them. Time is running out, and if his dreams are a glimpse of what's to come, then the real battle has yet to begin. But will he be ready when it does?

On her birthday, Lydia’s body was overtaken by a spirit, and her soul was transported to another world. Awakening as the wife of Qhah-el, the fifth imperial prince, she found herself embroiled in a battle for the throne. While Qhah-el defends the borders, Lydia was supposed to improve the neglected province entrusted to them. However, the previous owner of the body neglected her job, leaving Lydia despised by the people, and a stranger to her husband. Armed with knowledge that could better the province, and blessed with a crappy system dependent on her husband’s affection, will Lydia choose to stay and turn the tides in her favor? Or will she execute her grand escape plan and forge a new path for herself?

In a world of advanced technology, and enhanced genetics, Lincoln city lies at the centre of it all. In this city, three ladies, Lydia, Catherine, and Cassie, the finest creations of Murfield Corp., genetically engineered assassins designed to execute high-stakes missions for the enigmatic Mr. Reynolds. However, when they stumble upon dark secrets about their past, their true purpose, and the sinister forces driving Murfield Corp., the trio must confront the harsh reality of their existence. As the truth spills out, Mr. Reynolds' grip on power begins to slip, and the assassins must decide where their loyalties lie.

Miles Bennett, a 19-year-old pizza delivery boy, happened to deliver a custom-made love pizza on Valentine's Day to a regal home. Little did he know, his girlfriend Hanna would open the door with an elderly man gripping her waist lovingly. "You are such worthless trash, Miles!" Heartbroken, a screen flashed before this young man. [You are now the host of the 10x Modern Money System] [Starting with $10,000,000,000] [10× multiplier on income] [10× rebate on expenses] [Ding!] [First Mission Assigned!] [Details: Your heartless, wicked boss is on the brink of bankruptcy] [Action: Face-slap your boss, buy, and grow his pizza company to surpass McDonald's] [Reward: $10,000 and a 12-hour limited 30× rebate on expenses.] Miles clenched his fist and nodded with determination. "All who have looked down on me will pay!"

"Breakfast is ready, honey!" —— One second before my "wife" killed me. Alex Foster thought he was just an ordinary salesman at Oak Academy, until he was killed countless times by his "wife". "What are the benefits of being killed? At least I know how many ways a human can die, and I don't have to worry about marriage problems anymore." Every time he was resurrected, Alex found himself with a creepy "ability" — he could see Specters that ordinary people couldn't perceive. These were supernatural beings lurking on the fringes of human society, with distorted forms. "Doctor, your scalpel is quite shiny. By the way, a normal person's arm shouldn't bend like a spider's leg." When Alex discovered that Oak Academy, where he worked, overlapped in space with an ancient mental hospital, he was drawn into a conspiracy beyond his imagination. His colleagues disappeared one after another, and he could see those terrifying beings in charge of the "clean - up work". "Sarah Bennett has a great figure. So, judging by her amount of flesh, it will take the Specter at least three minutes to eat her. Don't worry, we still have time to escape." "Alex! What the hell are you talking about?!" Now, Alex has to navigate among the FBI's Paranormal Investigation Department, the Church of Light, and the mysterious Ace Society, looking for a way to become a Soul Hunter. After all, he has an unfinished task — to make the "wife" who killed him eighteen times taste the same pain. "In this world, not being able to see is actually a blessing. Unfortunately, I've seen too much."

In a world where the power of the sword reigns supreme, Ethan Blackthorn, a reincarnated soul from Earth, finds himself born into a noble family exiled to the small town of Windcrest. At the age of 15, Ethan undergoes the Awakening Ceremony, where his spiritual sword, the Eternal Blade, is revealed. Unlike others, Ethan possesses a unique advantage—a mysterious Golden Finger System that grants him unparalleled insights into sword cultivation, blacksmithing, and combat. As Ethan hones his skills as a blacksmith and swordsman, he begins to uncover the secrets of the Eternal Blade, a weapon tied to an ancient prophecy of the Sword Sovereign, a legendary figure destined to unite the world under a single blade. However, his rapid rise attracts the attention of powerful factions, including the Imperial Sword Sect, the Royal Family, and shadowy forces lurking in the depths of the forest. With the help of his loyal allies, including the enigmatic swordswoman Lydia, Ethan must navigate a world of political intrigue, brutal battles, and ancient mysteries. From forging legendary swords to leading his clan in epic conflicts, Ethan’s journey is one of growth, ambition, and relentless determination. But as the shadows grow darker and the stakes rise, Ethan must confront the true nature of the Eternal Blade and the destiny it demands.

In the vibrant city of Seattle, two men from opposing worlds find their lives intertwined in a way neither of them expects. Lucas Bennett, a dedicated but burnt-out editor at a prestigious publishing house, feels lost in the monotony of his high-pressure job. Meanwhile, Jamie Torres, an aspiring playwright with a rebellious spirit and a love for the arts, struggles to find his voice amidst a series of rejections. When a passionate yet impulsive proposal to showcase new talent lands Jamie a contract with Lucas’s publishing house, their worlds collide in a whirlwind of creativity, tension, and undeniable chemistry. As they navigate the challenges of their careers and the complexities of their feelings for each other, they must confront their insecurities and fears before their budding romance can flourish. Set against the backdrop of a city teeming with culture, friendship, and the intoxicating allure of new beginnings, Between the Line is a tale of love, ambition, and the courage to rewrite the narratives that define us.

In the heart of a bustling city, amidst the aroma of freshly baked bread and delicate pastries, Lily Thompson finds herself entangled in a web of desperation and moral conflict. Raised in her family's small-town bakery, Lily's life was once filled with the comforting rhythms of tradition and love. But when her father's death and her mother's illness threaten to crumble their legacy, Lily is forced to leave her dreams behind and seek stability in the city. At "Sweet Beginnings," a prestigious bakery known for its culinary excellence, Lily becomes an indispensable part of the team under the demanding eye of Mr. Bennett. Yet, the weight of her family's financial struggles and her mother's declining health never leaves her mind. One fateful evening, Lily stumbles upon an open safe in Mr. Bennett's office, revealing a tempting stash of cash—a potential lifeline for her family. Torn between her integrity and the desperate need to provide for her loved ones, Lily succumbs to temptation, taking small amounts to ease their burdens. Each act of theft brings temporary relief but also heightens the risk of discovery, threatening to unravel the life she has painstakingly built. Caught in a precarious balance between right and wrong, Lily's journey is one of internal turmoil and high stakes. As she navigates the duality of her existence—dedicated employee by day, reluctant thief by night.

Lydia, Catherine, and Cassie are the finest creations of Murfield Corp., genetically engineered assassins designed to execute high-stakes missions for the enigmatic Mr. Reynolds. However, when they stumble upon dark secrets about their past, their true purpose, and the sinister forces driving Murfield Corp., the trio must confront the harsh reality of their existence. As the truth spills out, Mr. Reynolds' grip on power begins to slip, and the assassins must decide where their loyalties lie.

Claire Lyons has always been the quiet, good girl, harboring a secret crush on her best friend Vanessa’s father, Rawls Bennett, since she was sixteen. Now a grown woman, Claire can no longer ignore her feelings. But confessing to Rawls risks more than just heartbreak—it could shatter friendships, unearth buried secrets, and set off a chain of events no one saw coming. As tensions rise, loyalties are tested, and lives are changed, Claire must decide whether love is worth the chaos it will unleash.

A missing body of a prince and a dead body of a Queen at the Royal party. Princess Hazel lost her mother at an early age and she grew up with a step mother who was heartless like his father. At a royal party she is framed for murder by princess Lama and princess Lydia who also thinks she is the one who sent intruders to attack her. This fueled up a war between five kingdoms who were in peace. let's find out who will save her and how

Seventeen-year-old Lila Bennett has always flown under the radar at Silver Ridge High, preferring her sketchbook to the drama-filled halls of high school. But when an accidental coffee spill puts her on Ethan Carter's radar, her quiet life is thrown into chaos. Ethan, the charming basketball captain with a reputation for winning hearts, has a problem-his ex-girlfriend Olivia won't leave him alone. Desperate to prove he's moved on, Ethan comes up with a wild idea: convince Lila to pretend to be his girlfriend. In exchange, he'll help her build her social profile and get the art teacher's recommendation she needs to enter her dream competition. What starts as a simple arrangement quickly spirals into late-night study sessions, staged dates, and unexpected sparks. Lila sees past Ethan's polished exterior to the boy who loves cheesy movies and fears disappointing everyone around him. Ethan, in turn, finds himself drawn to Lila's sarcasm, creativity, and quiet strength. But when Olivia uncovers their fake relationship and sets out to expose them, Lila and Ethan are forced to confront their feelings. Can something that started as pretend turn into something real, or will the truth ruin everything?

"How dare you do this to me? Who gave you the right to think you can divorce me, Vanessa?" "Why should I ask for your permission, Ethan? You're already out when you cheat with your b*tch!" *** A successful career, Expensive cars, a Vila in the upper East Side of Manhattan, and a perfect Husband; Vanessa Bennett thought she had it all—an ideal life. Until she discovered her husband's infidelity in the worst way possible. Especially after overhearing their disgusting plan, divorce was no longer enough to vent her anger. She had abandoned almost everything for Ethan yet he was planning to ruin her. If only he knew who she really was. As the only heiress of the Reeds, she would never show mercy to the betrayers. However, she never expected her path would cross with Billionaire entrepreneur, Michael Hayes. "Vanessa, you never know what you've done to me." His kiss fell with his soft words and Vanessa felt her heart skipped. But was her broken heart ready for a new relationship? Who would she choose when Ethan turned back and begged her back?

“In a world divided by wealth and deceit, the only thing that remains unchanged is love.” Olivia Hart is trapped in an engagement to Lucas Blackwell, a man she doesn’t love. Her heart belongs to Ethan Bennett, a man from her past she’s never forgotten. As secrets unravel and old wounds resurface, can Ethan and Olivia overcome the obstacles of betrayal and family loyalty? Or will Lucas’s obsession tear them apart forever? In the battle between love and revenge, Olivia must choose: follow her heart, or stay locked in a life of duty and deception.

Claire Lyons has always been the quiet, good girl, harboring a secret crush on her best friend Vanessa’s father, Rawls Bennett, since she was sixteen. Now a grown woman, Claire can no longer ignore her feelings. But confessing to Rawls risks more than just heartbreak—it could shatter friendships, unearth buried secrets, and set off a chain of events no one saw coming. As tensions rise, loyalties are tested, and lives are changed, Claire must decide whether love is worth the chaos it will unleash.

Ellie Bennett has never backed down from a challenge. When she inherits her late uncle’s failing cattle ranch in the rugged Texas Hill Country, she’s determined to rebuild it from the ground up—despite knowing next to nothing about ranching. But her plans hit a snag in the form of Wyatt Callahan, her surly and stubborn neighbor who’s determined to see her fail. Wyatt has spent years nursing a grudge against Ellie’s family, and her arrival only reignites his anger. The land she now owns was supposed to be his, and he’s not about to let a city girl with no experience ruin what little peace he’s carved out for himself. Their heated confrontations spark more than anger, and as crises force them to work together, Ellie and Wyatt realize the line between enemies and something more is razor-thin. With past grudges, family secrets, and Wildwood’s very future hanging in the balance, Ellie and Wyatt must decide whether they’ll fight for their land—or their hearts.

Summary of the novel "The Mist" Core storyline "The Mist" is a suspense thriller novel set in an ancient European city. The story revolves around Gabriel Wells, a former police detective turned private investigator, who investigates a series of mysterious murders. A seemingly independent serial murder case on the surface, in fact, involves a huge conspiracy that has lasted for twenty years. Background of the story The story takes place in an ancient European city in the 2010s, where history and modernity intertwine, the underground tunnel system is complex, and ancient buildings and modern cities blend together. This city is bright on the surface, but there are turbulent undercurrents hidden. The fate line of the main characters Gabriel Wells as the protagonist The transformation process from the army to the police detective to the private detective The mystery of the cause of death of parents Enmity with the police station The ambiguous relationship with Sarah Bennett Sarah Bennett, the heroine From a simple reporter to an investigator who reveals the truth The emotional entanglement with Gabriel Keep taking risks for the truth Victor Blackwood is the ultimate villain The image of a philanthropist on the surface Concealing the evil for twenty years The ultimate representative of power and desire The development of the case The first line: serial murder case All the victims are related to a secret military plan 20 years ago Each victim was killed in a specific way There are mysterious clock clues left on the scene The second line: military conspiracy Secret military experiments 20 years ago The truth of human experimentation High-level concealment and elimination plan The third line: corruption in the police department Collusion between high-level insiders and criminal organizations Evidence was destroyed and tampered with The Struggle and Choice of the Just Police Key turning point Part 1: The death of antique shop owner Peter opens the curtain Part 2: The fire in the military archives Chapter 3: The Discovery of the Underground Secret Chamber in the Church Part 4: The Revelation of the Final Truth Story theme The boundary between justice and evil The Good and Evil of Human Nature The Cost of Truth The choice between redemption and revenge Structural characteristics Four-part structure, layered progression multiline parallel narrative Time is intertwined, and the present and the past reflect each other Multiple sub-line stories support the development of the main line Suspense elements Murder in a secret room Serial murder Military conspiracy Ghost in the police station international crime The Mystery of the Castle Emotional Core The emotional development of Gabriel and Sarah The search for the truth of the death of parents The psychological struggle between justice and revenge The test of trust and betrayal Ending direction The story finally reaches its ultimate confrontation in the underground chamber of the ancient castle. Gabriel not only has to face the shock of the ultimate truth, but also has to choose between justice and personal revenge. The ending reveals the complete truth and leaves deep thoughts about human nature. Creative Features subtle psychological description A complex web of intertwined relationships Interlocking suspense design A profound exploration of human nature Compact plot rhythm Multi-dimensional narrative techniques Theme deepening Through the intricate cases, the novel explores deep themes such as the boundaries of justice, the complexity of human nature, and the cruelty of truth. At the same time, it also shows the valuable character of persisting in pursuing the truth in the face of numerous difficulties.

Lydia uses forbidden magic to send her soul back in time before things started to go bad and the world as she knew it meshed with another for some sort of messed up God's enjoyment.

At Crestwood Academy, twin sisters Elena and Claire Bennett share a bond that’s deeper than most siblings. Known for their inseparable closeness, they’re content living in their own little world until Naomi Walker, a mysterious transfer student, enters their lives. When Elena begins spending time with Naomi, Claire’s jealousy spirals out of control, leading her to distance herself from her sister. Misunderstandings and unspoken feelings threaten to shatter their relationship, but Naomi’s unexpected confession changes everything. Caught in a web of emotions and a budding love triangle, the sisters must navigate their insecurities, confront their true feelings, and find a way to preserve their special connection while embracing the possibility of change. Bonds Unbroken is a heartfelt story of love, jealousy, and the unyielding strength of family ties.

Amelia Reed and Ethan Blake never imagined their lives would intertwine in a marriage neither wanted. While Amelia dreams of freedom and a life of her own design, Ethan’s heart beats for Claire Bennett, his childhood love. Bound by duty to their families, they forge a fragile façade of happiness, hiding the cracks beneath. But their charade begins to crumble when jealousy, betrayal, and an obsessed admirer unravel the delicate balance of their lives. Ethan’s lingering love for Claire pulls him in one direction, while Amelia’s yearning for independence draws her in another. And as secrets come to light, an unrelenting admirer sets events in motion that could shatter their world forever. In a tangled web of love, sacrifice, and impossible choices, Amelia and Ethan must decide: will they fight for their own paths, or will they remain prisoners of a destiny written by others? Dive into a story of passion, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of freedom in Twisted Vows, Hidden Desires.