Four Nights With The Duke

Xu Lian and Guo Chen wake up four months before the apocalypse, their memories intact from a life where they fought desperately to survive. In their past, Lian had died early, leaving Chen to struggle alone until the bitter end. But now, given a second chance, they refuse to let history repeat itself. Determined to prepare before the world collapses, they focus on securing a stronghold, gathering supplies, and finding allies both old and new. As they race against time, they discover that they’ve awakened extraordinary abilities. Lian possesses a space ability that can store anything and accelerate food growth, while Chen gains an enhanced combat instinct that makes him a near-invincible fighter. Despite Lian’s deep fear of bringing life into a world consumed by death, circumstances lead to an unexpected pregnancy. Her newfound role as a mother changes her approach to survival, while Chen, who once lost everything, becomes even more determined to build the family they never had. As they navigate betrayal, shifting alliances, and the horrifying evolution of zombies ranging from slow, decaying corpses to fast, intelligent predators they uncover the deeper mystery behind the apocalypse. But their time is running out. This time, they’re not just fighting to survive. They’re fighting for a future worth living.

Upon awakening, Hope Williamson found herself transmigrated into a world teeming with strangers, devoid of all familiarity she once held dear. Previously an ordinary high school student, she cherished her wonderful and beautiful family and friends. However, following a weekday when she was hanging out with her companions, she succumbed to unconsciousness after being struck by a car. The subsequent memory she retained was that of awakening as the daughter of a duke.

The Duke’s Forsaken Bride Synopsis On the day of her wedding, Lady Isadora Everhart stood at the altar—only for her groom to never arrive. Humiliated before the kingdom, abandoned by the man she was meant to marry, she was left ruined, a stain upon her family’s honor. Exiled to the countryside, Isadora vowed never to forgive him. But when an assassin slips into her chambers with a chilling ultimatum—Marry the Duke, or you won’t live to see the next sunrise—she realizes her disgrace was only the beginning. Killian Blackmoor returns, colder and more ruthless than before. No apologies. No explanations. Just a demand: marry him, and he will ensure her survival. But Isadora is not the same woman he left behind. If she must stand at his side, she will uncover the secrets he hides. Why did he abandon her? What enemies now threaten them both? And why does she feel the pull of something far more dangerous than hate—something that feels like longing? Vows were broken. Lies were spun. But in a world where loyalty is a weapon, marriage to the Duke may be her greatest act of revenge. #HistoricalRomance #EnemiesToLovers #ArrangedMarriage #Betrayal #SlowBurn #StrongFemaleLead #RuthlessMaleLead #PoliticalIntrigue #Revenge #Suspense

--[WSA 2025 Entry]-- Betrayed by his sister. Betrayed by chosen one's humanity. Betrayed by the Gods. That was how the life of Leonard, the Defier of Fate and the world’s greatest heretic, came to an end. When demons invaded human lands, he received a revelation from the Goddess. She commanded him to act as a spy, to infiltrate the enemy ranks and expose their secrets for humanity’s sake. To fulfill this mission, he had to sacrifice a part of his soul. He accepted a demonic contract, surrendered his soul, and became a demonic human. Risking everything, he provided critical information to the humans and helped them turn the tide of battle. But then, he had a shocking discovery. The war was nothing but a gambit between various gods and before he could act, the war was stopped out of nowhere. In an unexpected turn, humans and demons put aside their hatred and signed a peace treaty. Before Leonard could make sense of it, he was betrayed. Both demons and humans joined hands to kill him. "Fuck! If there is a next life, I swear I will tear you gods apart!" With this scream, he thought his suffering was finally over. But… When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in the body of Kael Veydrin, the son of the Grand Duke of the Heizen Empire. But this new life was no different from the last. His sister wanted to get rid of him. Born with clogged vessels and no talent, he was nothing but a disappointment. A subject of fun and ridicule among the fellow nobles. Despite rebirth, nothing seems to change. The cursed fate. The distorted history smearing his name. A world that was against him. Leonard, now assuming the identity of Kael, let out a low chuckle. "Don’t worry, Kael. I will have revenge for both of us." "They called me heretic right? I will show them how a true fucking heretic acts.” Follow Kael's journey, as he fights against the fates and injustices to drag the ones ruling above.

Of the Night follows Astra, a young man born in the harsh outskirts of a vast magical world, who awakens a rare and dangerous form of magic—Star Magic. Tied to the Stars, this dark power grants him control over shadows and the night sky. As Astra learns to harness his abilities, he uncovers his bloodline’s connection to ancient gods and an overwhelming force that demands both mastery and sacrifice. The more Astra delves into his power, the more he risks losing himself to its darkness. With enemies around every corner, including powerful factions who seek to control or destroy him, Astra must decide how far he is willing to go to achieve his ambitions. Of the Night is a tale of magic, ambition, and the struggle between light and dark as Astra fights to master the power of the stars without losing his soul.

Battling an unusual form of personality dissociation, Motan admits to feeling the weight of immense pressure bearing down on him. Amidst this turmoil, he finds solace in a virtual escape called "The Realm of Innocence," a game that has become his sanctuary from stress. In the realm where ambiguity reigns, Motan's behavior is unpredictable and impetuous, making him the instigator and mastermind behind myriad events that spiral out of control. Yet, within the sphere of virtue, his resilience and courage shine through, earning him the admiration of many who see him as the epitome of a righteous knight and a fair judge. When dwelling in the balance of absolute neutrality, he adopts a demeanor of modesty and lethargy, mirroring the ordinary essence of every soul. Conversely, in the domain of chaotic evil, he transforms into a figure of madness and cruelty, embodying the very essence of a demon and deceiver, showing kindness only to himself. "Tan Mo is the most extraordinary Bard I have ever encountered, though he is... perplexing, to say the least," comments Countess Leisha, reflecting on his complex nature. "Mor is a man of distinguished integrity! Having met him just once, I am convinced that he is someone one can confidently turn their back to," declares Gwen, the leader of the Rose Rot, acknowledging his noble character. "If you're in search of the ideal neighbor, look no further than Hei Fan," recommends Alchemist Luna, suggesting his suitability for companionship. Yet, amidst these varied testimonies, a warning resonates, "Don't talk about that man!" indicating a mysterious, perhaps darker aspect of his persona that remains unexplored.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

Lang Huan, a beautiful young woman, descendant of the prestigious Lang Clan in the modern world, is swept away by fate into another dimension—one where time and reality are entirely different. The long-dormant power within her awakens, transforming her into a formidable Wolf Warrior. Amidst the chaos of this unfamiliar world, she crosses paths with the cunning yet captivating The Eldest Princess Zhao Yi. What starts as a dangerous game of deception soon entangles Lang Huan in an inescapable trap—one that leads her not only to danger but also to an unexpected love. On a night when the moon shone brightly, the princess let her hair fall like a waterfall and wore a transparent gauze dress. She threw herself at Lang Huan. Lang Huan’s heart nearly jumped out of her chest—she almost had a heart attack. Lang Huan : “What are you doing?” Feng Yao : “Hug me… I am cold” Lang Huan : “……” Feng Yao : “Kiss me…” Lang Huan : ”Are you crazy? I am a woman…” Feng Yao : “No problem…I like woman” Lang Huan : “…….” #Yuri #comedyromance #palaceintrique #romance

Silas was not like other omegas; he was stronger than them and feared no one. This was because he couldn't feel the pheromones of alphas, but his mate rejected him on his 18th birthday and accepted his stepbrother instead. Silas decided to leave the pack, but just then, something terrible happened, and he ended up in the hands of their rival pack. There, he reunited with his long-lost brother, who was dearly loved by the four alpha brothers of that pack. But what will happen when Silas starts to feel the mate bond with those four brothers? --------------------------------- "Your eyes are the most beautiful," said a handsome alpha and my boss, who was my brother's mate. I didn't want to feel anything for him, it was wrong. "Stay away from me," I pushed him away. But still, he came closer and started sniffing my scent near my neck. When I looked up, I saw my brother standing at the door, watching us. --------------------------- in this story mc is -Strong omega -confident -overprotective -stubborn -savage

A deadly, high-ranking assassin, forced to live as an ordinary student, enrolls at a prestigious university and crosses paths with the "Four Kings," the academy's most popular and untouchable group. As their worlds collide, tensions ignite, and the question arises: will the predator become the prey, or will the kings fall to her hidden power?

William was but an ordinary man—until fate saw fit to thrust him fifteen years into the past. Yet, this was no mere journey through time; he awoke not in his own flesh, but in that of the third son of Duke Herne, the most formidable noble in the realm. Now, amidst the glittering halls of power, where smiles conceal daggers and honour is but a well-spoken lie, William must navigate a world where commoners are naught but dust beneath the boots of the aristocracy. In this treacherous game of deception and ambition, he must learn quickly—for in the world of the nobility, ignorance is a death sentence ---------------------------- Hear ye, my loyal readers… From this day onward, updates shall be limited to three chapters per day—no more! Alas, my quill grows weary, and my stockpile of chapters runs thin. The weight of silence presses upon this tale, and my passion falters… I ask but a simple boon—Golden Tickets and a flood of reviews! Shall this humble plea go unanswered?.

"In a world where power is everything, Kaisel de Ravengard, the enigmatic Duke of Ravengard, hides behind a mask of nobility while orchestrating a grand scheme of deception and revenge. Born into disgrace and marked by the fall of his family, he wields forbidden magic and the deadly power of the Seven Sins to dismantle the corrupt aristocracy from within. As shadows whisper his name and enemies fall one by one, Kaisel moves ever closer to his ultimate goal—vengeance for his mother’s murder and the complete domination of the Empire."

Raitoningu Hooder, used to live a terrible life. He has the ability to see into the future or the 4 eyes ability, which he learned to use a will. But it did happen at random, mostly for Hooder best interests. But, this power made the people in his village think he's crazy, which caused him to be locked up in a tower. That is, until one of his predictions comes true. One of the neighboring races invade, and attack the village. During thus attack, Hooder is attacked, getting badly injured, and ends up getting knocked off a bridge. Hooder awoke in a new village, thinking he was going to die. Apparently, he was found by a group of villagers and nursed back to heal. His healer was a very cute blind girl.

Barak, Polaris, Levant and Aster, these four belong to the same clan on their small island home. Each one of them weighed down by the expectations placed upon them by the elders of the clan, and each one of them yearning for freedom, but that’s to be expected because of the specialty of each of their births. With each of them wielding a different Blessing bestowed on them by the gods, they fight against the expectations of their clan and others to forge their own destinies, and walk their own paths. Join our protagonists in this action heavy story with lots of worldbuilding and even more interesting characters as they all go through their own journeys -------------------------------- schedule: 3/4 chapters week Chapter Length: 1000- 2500 ---------------------------------

The battle begins! Viraa informs Alissia and the others of a unique method that may help even the odds against Avarice and his group. Meanwhile, Avarice and his group finally begin the final phase of their agenda. Can Alissia and her friends prevail against such a powerful force or will they fall, unable to prevent the disaster to come? Either way, the epic conclusion to the Earthly Ties Saga is promised to change the world forever.

~•No Escape•~ "Are you running away from me, my sweet girl" spoke a voice in the hallway that made her stop in her tracks. The hallway had turned dark with only the wall lamps that burned brightly casting the shadow of the man on the floor as he slowly emerged from the other end. "What are you doing here, your majesty," She said and bowed immediately as she saw him approach her with slow but steady steps. "You haven't answered me, sweet" The man said with a sweet smile that made her wary and he heard the way her heart skipped a beat. He stood before her and used his index finger to raise her chin. He tilted his head as he gazed into her green eyes that looked back at him with fear. He took a step forward closing the distance between them and his eyes narrowed when she took a step back, but that didn't stop him from cornering her. "Did you think you can escape from me?" He continued to question and she didn't miss the mockery behind his words. "I…I" she felt her words tied to her tongue because of the man's daunting aura. She felt him trace her forehead with his finger down to her jaw. He continued moving his hand down to her neck and to the top of her swell and her thudding heart hitched when his hand continued to stay there. "Did you think you can escape from me?" He bent towards her as he spoke. His breath fell on her neck which sent a jolt that traveled down her body. "I told you, you're tied to me and me to you" _______________________ Perdita Kartar was a winsome yet strange young lady. She had an appealing beauty with her green eyes that invoked and impelled anyone who gazed into them. She had fooled her villagers so she could live and protect herself and her remaining family from the night creatures and also humans. But what was bizarre of all, was that Perdita had a secret she shared with no one. She had lived in the village since she was little, and over the years, she had been discreet with each move she made. Unfortunately, things didn't go as she planned. Despite her cautious decorum and fight to stay out of sight, a pair of glacial red eyes falls on her, which followed and refused to leave her out of sight.

A four different stories in four different seasons. In this story the protagonists is the one who narrates the story, where we can only see their perspective.

Four rich and handsome brothers up against one girl! Asher, Ashton, Ashley and Ashal are the four quadruplet sons of the Rollins family, the wealthiest family in the country of Danvarr. They’re notorious for being sexy, smart businessmen like their father. The brothers never use their real names in public spaces and all go by ‘Ash Rollins’. They all wear the same hairstyle and swap identities almost all the time. Even their parents can’t always tell them apart. Only the brothers can. Demi is a sweet, hardworking twenty years old girl who works at a book store. When her boyfriend cheats on her because she wanted to wait till marriage, she makes a poor decision to drink for the first time. Her night is so crazy she wakes up at home with a marriage certificate in her hand signed by one Ash Rollins. The problem is she can’t recall much and doesn’t know which of the brothers she married. Typically, all the quads deny her claim and the billionaire family kicks her out of their mansion. Demi’s fate changes when the annulment of the marriage threatens the social image of the Rollins Empire. The family proposes Demi plays their daughter-in-law for a year till the tension blows over. Demi accepts only to teach the quads a lesson. Since her true husband won’t step up, Demi is allowed to choose any of the quads to be her husband. Her ‘real husband silently grows restless seeing her with his brother, but he isn’t the only one falling head over heels for the first daughter-in-law of the Rollins empire. All the brothers compete for Demi’s heart because she’s nothing like the women they’re used to. Will their obsession to win her heart finally tear the brothers apart or will Demi’s big secret do the trick? Which ‘Ash Rollins’ will win the girl in the end?

A man desperate for salvation. A woman desperate for freedom. For as long as Althea could remember, she had been nothing more than a shadow in her father’s house—unwanted, unloved, and barely acknowledged. As the illegitimate daughter of Count Thornwell, she endured a life of cruelty, neglected by her father, tormented by her stepmother, and overshadowed by her perfect half-sister. But fate was not entirely unkind. One day, she discovered a gift hidden within her blood—the power to heal. For the first time, she had something that was truly hers. Something no one could take away. Then, she meets Duke Eldric Caelum—a man feared across the empire for his overwhelming elemental power. A man who, despite his terrifying strength, suffers in silence as his abilities slowly tear him apart. The first time she touched him, she felt his pain. The first time she healed him, he felt relief for the first time in years. And when the emperor commanded him to take a wife, Eldric didn’t choose anyone but Althea. Faced with a choice between a lifetime of suffering or a marriage to a ruthless but powerful duke, Althea made the only decision that could save her. She said yes. But she never expected that the man she married—the one she thought would be cold and distant—would hold her like she was precious, touch her like she was fragile, and look at her like she was the only thing that mattered. She never expected that amid duty, danger, and the weight of their pasts, she might find something else entirely. A place to belong. A heart that beat only for her. A love that even fate couldn’t take away… …Or could it? — "Why… why do you look at me like that?" Althea whispered, her voice barely audible over the crackling fire. Eldric reached out, his rough, calloused fingers brushing against her cheek with agonizing gentleness. "Like what?" "Like I’m something precious." He exhaled softly, as if the very idea of her doubting it pained him. "Because you are. You are my salvation, Althea." Althea’s breath caught in her throat. "Eldric…" His forehead rested against hers, his voice a mere whisper now. "Stay with me. No matter what happens, stay."

This is the journey of a boy named Ren, who just graduated from World Hero Academy. He aims to become one of the 10 Great Commandments of the Galaxy. However, as he achieves his goals, he encounters numerous challenges and faces people with strength, abilities, and magic far beyond anything he has experienced before. Ren realizes that fate is trying to reveal something deeper to him. He starts to question whether he can save the world from unknown beings and dangers that threaten to destroy it. In this story, he will find and meet new friends in order to save the universe. His decision will be the fate of the world.

The baron’s daughter, Alessandra Barrett, has worn a mask from a young age due to an injury. Many say if you were to see the face behind the mask, you would be cursed and die soon afterward. She is seen as a ghost, avoided by all who visit the baron's home until she becomes the duke’s wife. No one could understand why the duke would pick such a wife. Did he wish to die? What would become of the girl who once hid in the shadows but now had the spotlight on her as the duke’s masked wife? What would everyone say if they were to learn the truth that she was in a contracted marriage with the duke? Tales of Castro Nobility story timeline order - The King’s Unbreakable Wife The Knight’s Mysterious Maid The Duke’s Masked Wife

Rosellene Valentine, the eldest daughter of Earl Valentine, was the epitome of beauty, a fragile and untouchable rose that bloomed in the frozen gardens of the Valentine estate. After reaching the depths of despair. She returned unexpectedly, stepping back in time by seven years. Before fate and time had ruined her. Then, She met him...The Duke of Eryndor, the kingdom's guardian and shield. She had become gracefully attuned to the admiring glances and silent reverence of those around her. So much that she could feel the weight of every lingering glance, the unspoken affection in his eyes, as his love for her bloomed, undeniable and apparent...once again. "Should your joy be the prize, I would gladly place myself at your service." His golden eyes seems to glow faintly in the dark as he whispered softly. (The Prince charming X The Damsel in Distress)

A simple daughter of a Baron, Silvia is sold into a marriage with a sickly duke—a union that proves devastating when the duke dies immediately after the wedding, branding her with the cursed title of widow. If that weren’t enough, her brother-in-law harbors lustful desires for her, insisting she become his mistress. Desperate to escape the gilded prison of the palace, Silvia’s every attempt at freedom is met with increasing hostility, chipping away at her sanity. Her spirit wanes as the walls close in, and hope feels like a distant dream. But then, her life takes a sinister turn when she crosses paths with someone she wishes she never had. Will Silvia ever find happiness again? Will she reunite with her true love, or will the merciless beasts of society consume her, piece by piece? (Warning: May contain Themes such as R*pe, Sui*ide, Prostitu*on)

After reading an incredibly bad manuscript and then dying, our new protagonist is reborn into said novel. To live this new life as a mermaid, he must make sure the duke of the human kingdom survives the demon king war. However, falling in love complicates things, perhaps leveling up to 99 and becoming nearly unstoppable for the sake of passion wasn't the best idea. Can Yuri thaw this stone-cold Duke Lucius' heart? What will happen when he suddenly can't remember the duke and embarks on his journey with the original Hero of the story? Will the Duke be able to win back his love? -------- Yuri: "Luci! Luci! I love you!!" Lucius: "We can't, I'm your contractor!" -some time later Lucius: "Yuri...I mean Star, please look at me...please speak to me...please, love me again" Yuri: "Luci. Luci. Luci...I won't let anyone else but you near me. I love you! I'll keep you safe!" Lucius: 'That's not me though...' --------- Im super excited for this story, I just hope I keep with it haha ^^;

[GL][MATURE] I've had it with love, sex, and women—I'm joining the temple to enjoy a pure and drama-free life of celibacy. Or rather, that was the plan until I found out that acolytes need to purge all lust from their bodies before becoming priestesses. The High Priestess says my purge will involve seven steamy nights at The Sapphic Satyr: the classiest lesbian pleasure house in the Queendom. Do I sleep my way through the lovely monster lady courtesans and purge myself of lust forever, or do I give up my dream of temple life? What's a girl to do!? By Jacki Sensal - www.jackisensal.com

** A hug from an old woman he has never met… but one that feels like home. ** SYNOPSIS Reiji Kuroda, a washed-up journalist, has spent his life chasing dead-end stories, never getting the break he needs. When he’s offered a job investigating Kagurazaka—a forgotten mountain village with a chilling legend—he sees it as just another doomed assignment. But what awaits him is far beyond a simple ghost story. A frozen river that never melts. A family that holds the town’s darkest secrets. A village that grows eerily silent at night. And a past that has been waiting for him to return. When Reiji arrives, he unknowingly steps into a centuries-old battle between the Kaimori family and the creatures that lurk beyond the Vacant Doors—portals that spill monsters into the world every Saturday night. But what shocks him most isn’t the supernatural horrors. It’s the truth about himself. Buried in the shadows of Kagurazaka, Reiji discovers that he is the last Heat Giver, the long-lost heir to a lineage meant to purify souls and battle the darkness. The same family that abandoned him now expects him to carry a responsibility he never asked for. But Reiji isn’t a hero. He isn’t even sure he cares. Haunted by his past and trapped between the living and the dead, he must decide: embrace his forgotten legacy or walk away and let the village—and maybe the world—fall into oblivion. Either way, Saturday night is coming. And something is waiting for him on the other side of the door.

On his 20th birthday, Asher's mother confessed something he never expected. After the truth was revealed, she died giving her last blessing to him. That's when Asher found himself all alone, confused about his own identity and worrying about his future. What did she say? -He was someone special? -Someone people would come after? She said he was coming from a very rare but also a very special race called omega where men could get pregnant. Was it real? At first, Asher strictly refused to accept his mother's confession. But in the end, he had to believe it. Because it was the bitter truth. If he was really coming from such a rare race, and had such a special body, did he have to live all his life hiding so he wouldn't get caught and become someone's plaything? Was that the only way to avoid getting the bad ending his father got? Why was he even born as someone like this?! He just wanted a peaceful life. So, it wouldn't be as dangerous as his mother said if he just forgot he was special and lived like a normal person, right? People would not notice. Alas, it's been a long time since people last saw an omega and they must be believing no omega exists now. At least that's what he thought... He thought people might have forgotten about his existence and he would not have to face any problems in the future.  Whether he was special or not, he still became a target. When he was kidnapped and auctioned as a slave, he regretted ignoring his mother's last advice. "Don't trust anyone easily. Your safety is in your hands and protecting yourself is your duty." He could only blame himself and expect for the worst if his special identity was to get revealed and meet the same end as his father did. However, his fate gave him a second chance along with a huge surprise which changed his life for the better. Hopefully, Asher was saved by the so-called 'bloodthirsty monster' duke and brought to his mansion to babysit his spoiled 10-year-old little sister who threw tantrums declaring she wants Asher to pat her head and comfort her. Just to babysit this adorable, little girl.  He was safe. His secret was also secured within himself. Thanks to that chaotic sister and brother, Asher's life slowly took new turns and continued with almost no obstacles...till some point. The surprise? The duke happened to have some kind of a 'strange' illness that had no cure. Not long after when Asher discovered it, he ended up becoming the perfect cure for his illness. But how? -Remember? He was 'special'! Where would his specialty as an omega lead his life to? What kind of mysteries would he have to encounter with this duke wishing comfort from him?  Will the duke's 'strange' illness ever get healed? How would their story flow to that perfect happy ending with the twist of love landing in the middle of their 'just a deal'? ________________ Note:  This story continues in a historical timeline. Similar to omegaverse, but not the same omegaverse universe. Magic, revenge, dukes, royal families, curses, spells, heats, ruts... (The book cover is from Pinterest. Respect to the artist.)