Gentle Criminal

Winter’s impulsive one-night stand in a nightclub would set off a chain of events that would change her life forever. After discovering she was pregnant, she fled to another country, determined to start over and raise her child in peace. But when her grandfather suffers a life-threatening accident, Winter returns to a world she swore to leave behind—only to discover that her grandfather had arranged a marriage for her, one she never consented to. The shocking revelation? The man chosen for her was none other than Kalix Andreas, the ruthless mafia don with whom she had shared that fateful night of passion. Cold, calculating, and powerful, Kalix is not the man Winter remembers. Underneath his unyielding exterior lies a dangerous man with a past that binds them both. Faced with a forced union, Winter must confront her deepest fears. Kalix is determined to claim her heart and her soul, declaring, "I’ve waited years for you, Angel. No matter how strong the walls are, I will break them with my love. You have to be mine." But can she accept the love of the man who embodies everything she’s fought against? Or will the weight of his dark secrets tear them apart? A tale of passion, betrayal, and redemption, the story will keep you on the edge of your seat as Winter struggles to choose between love and the walls she’s built around her heart. PS: I DO NOT OWN THE COVER. CREDIT TO THE RESPECTED OWNER.

At twenty, she had a child in secret. At twenty-two, she was discreetly married into a wealthy family. Qin Mu lost her mother at the age of seven and was sent abroad by her unscrupulous father when she was only eight. Little did she expect her future to be so bright, she decided to climb up on Mu General's shoulders with great strides. Mu Yichen went from being Rongcheng's top heartthrob to its youngest tycoon—arrogant and wise, unfathomable, yet he somehow fell into the hands of a little lass. —— About marriage. "Mu Yichen, we are just—friends!" "That can't be the reason you reject me!" Qin Mu was scared stiff, as Mu General rudely carried her off to the marriage registration office, to sign, to stamp, to get the certificate! —— Hidden marriage for too long. "If you say our daughter is adopted from the orphanage, I won't argue with you, but when will you make me public?" In broad daylight, Mu General pinned Mrs. Mu against the corner wall, threatening her with a devilish charm. "Depends on your performance!" Mrs. Mu smirked, and the next moment, she counterattacked Mu General. "Quick, cover your eyes!" Mu Baby, who had been ignored on the side, immediately covered her eyes.

—Amor, ya no quiero más, me siento fatal... —Cariño, sé buena, termina de tomar esta medicina. El guapo hombre abraza a la mujer en sus brazos, mimándola tiernamente mientras le da la medicina. Joanna Lawrence se encuentra con Ashton Heath, el joven más estimado en todo Closia City, y termina durmiendo con él por la noche. Después de que él le ofrece beneficios a cambio de su casamiento, la recién nombrada Sra. Heath de repente tiene el poder para conseguir todo lo que siempre deseó. —Amor, hoy le di una bofetada a la reina de cine Faye, ¿me pasé? —Cariño, ¿te duele la mano? Déjame masajeártela. —Amor, agoté tu tarjeta de crédito, ¿estás enfadado? —Cariño, ¿estás contenta con tu compra? Avísame cuando necesites más. —Amor, estoy cansada hoy, no quiero moverme..."

"Marido, eu não quero mais, me sinto péssima..." "Amor, seja boazinha, termine de tomar esse remédio." O homem bonito abraça a mulher em seus braços, acariciando-a delicadamente enquanto a alimenta com o remédio. Joanna Lawrence se depara com Ashton Heath, o herdeiro mais estimado de toda a cidade de Closia, e acaba passando a noite com ele. Depois que ele oferece benefícios em troca de seu casamento, a recém nomeada Sra. Heath de repente tem o poder de ter tudo o que sempre desejou. "Marido, eu dei um tapa na Rainha do Cinema Faye hoje, eu exagerei?" "Amor, sua mão está doendo? Deixe-me massageá-la para você." "Marido, eu estourei o limite do seu cartão de crédito, você está bravo?" "Amor, você está feliz com suas compras? Avise-me quando precisar de mais." "Marido, estou cansada hoje, não quero me mexer..."

The new book "Fierce Farm Wife: Husband, I Have Medicine" has been released, welcome to dive into the new world~ Transmigrated as a bride bought for just One Tael of Silver, and ugly and foolish too! Just married, and the man broke his leg, could this be the legendary transmigration welfare? Damn it, already unlucky enough, and now there are even more problems with dreadful relatives! Qiao Duo'er slammed the table and stood up to drive away all kinds of demons and monsters, and hence her fierce reputation spread far and wide! Thankfully, the man is devoted, gentle, and considerate, not to mention handsome, strong, and with good stamina, cough cough, so she reluctantly agreed to farm and earn money to feed the buns, embarking on a blissful life! Also recommending buddy novels "Top Class Farm Girl" and "Fierce Wife on Top: Husband, the Flirting Never Ends"~~

"Hubby, I don't want anymore, I feel terrible..." "Baby, be good, finish up this medicine." The handsome man embraces the woman in his arms, coaxing her tenderly as he feeds her the medicine. Joanna Lawrence stumbles upon Ashton Heath, the most esteemed scion in all of Closia City, and ends up sleeping with him for the night. After he offers her benefits in exchange for their marriage, the newly appointed Mrs Heath suddenly has the power to have everything she ever wished for. "Hubby, I slapped the Movie Queen Faye today, was I too much?" "Baby, does your hand hurt? Let me rub it for you." "Hubby, I maxed out your credit card, are you angry?" "Baby, are you happy with your purchase? Let me know when you need more." "Hubby, I'm tired today, I don't want to move..."

"A malicious incident has occurred at our city hospital, a patient has taken medical staff hostage, and is now in a standoff with the police..." Yang Xiao turned off the TV, and the next second, a call came through, "Son, release the doctor now. There are police all around; you can't escape!" As if to prove the woman's words, the police sirens outside grew louder one after another, and there was also movement in the hallway. "It's fake, all fake. This is the Nightmare World. Otherwise, why would your call still come through after I cut the phone line?" Yang Xiao glared at the fallen phone line, his face twisted ferociously.

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.

Laying in a pool of his blood, Bruno's life flashes before his eyes. In those flashes, he remembered how he started his criminal life. It all started with him trying to earn enough for his single mother to not worry financially about him and his younger brother. Wanting more and greed, eventually led Bruno to become one of the biggest drug dealers in the United States. Becoming too big for his own good, Bruno was eventually caught and put in prison. He was not safe in prison because he had many enemies in the criminal world. Bruno lying in the pool of his blood with many shanks stuck inside of him, was dying. As his vision faded to black, Bruno opened his eyes to a new world.

"Gatte, ich will nicht mehr, ich fühle mich schrecklich..." "Baby, sei brav und trink die Medizin aus." Der gut aussehende Mann nimmt die Frau in die Arme und streichelt sie zärtlich, während er ihr die Medizin einflößt. Joanna Lawrence stößt auf Ashton Heath, den angesehensten Spross von Closia City, und schläft eine Nacht mit ihm. Nachdem er ihr im Gegenzug für die Heirat Vergünstigungen angeboten hat, hat die frischgebackene Mrs. Heath plötzlich die Macht, alles zu bekommen, was sie sich jemals gewünscht hat. "Gatte, ich habe heute die Filmkönigin Faye geohrfeigt, war ich zu viel?" "Baby, tut deine Hand weh? Lass mich sie für dich massieren." "Gatte, ich habe deine Kreditkarte ausgereizt, bist du sauer?" "Baby, bist du mit deinem Einkauf zufrieden? Sag mir Bescheid, wenn du mehr brauchst." "Gatte, ich bin heute müde, ich will mich nicht bewegen..."

It was the 10th year of the Mizu Calendar. Humanity was walking towards its doom with the oceans swallowing up the terrestrial and tongue being the criminal organisations like the Yakuzas, funded by the business icons, putting common people's lives at stake. Kai a 17-year-old jolly young lad working as N-Hydra, a sailor-fighter group, founds something unprecedented, as his bloodline has something to do with all these.

It all started with an "Oh, SHIT" moment. Retired field agent Era thought she could outrun her past by hiding in an Italian monastery—soaking up the sun and sipping on God’s Blood (aka wine) all day. That dream shatters when she’s unceremoniously dumped in a dreary Yorkshire convent, forced to serve the tyrannical Sister Maria. Her days are now filled with mindless sweeping and even more mindless daydreaming. Until she stumbles upon the impossible. Suddenly, she’s catapulted into a world of floating corpses, psychotic nuns, and criminal insanity. What starts as a desperate attempt at survival spirals into a collision course with ancient deities, deadly trials, confusing power systems, and cults that really need to get a hobby beyond world domination. And the worst part? She’s somehow become humanity’s last hope. An action-packed fantasy thriller colliding with the criminal underworld, this novel is laced with chaos, wrapped in sarcasm and sprinkled with just the right amount of blasphemy.

Pablo Castillo was the worst, the evilest, the biggest criminal in the whole world. He was the ominous figure known as Criminal X. It’s a name that sends shivers down the spines of those who utter it. His past, a mysterious enigma, shrouded in darkness, only adds to the legend of the world’s most notorious criminal. However, Pablo’s reign of heinous crimes comes to an abrupt end when a specially trained military force, an elite group made especially to capture Pablo, finally apprehended him. The capture of Criminal X sent shockwaves around nations, for this man had defied all laws and moral boundaries. The world watched as he was brought to the highest court to face the consequences of a lifetime of malevolence. The International Court of Justice, in a bid to administer justice that matches the magnitude of his crimes, bestowed upon him the most excruciating execution ever conceived. The world erupted in celebration as news of his demise spread like wildfire. An international holiday was declared, a day of liberation from the tyranny of Pablo Castillo. The day was named with triumphant fervor. They all called it—World Independence Day. Pablo Castillo was a man so evil that even the kindest of Gods couldn’t find pity for him. But… Some Gods needed that man. That too, Desperately. ——— ——— ——— Gib Money - ko-fi.com/khyaal Join My Discord For Reference Arts and much more - https://discord.gg/zmUcswM2N5

"You're one knockout, Sweetheart." She didn't want to love him, but he kept giving her hope.

I hated my adopted family for moving next door to known criminals but could 1 class assignment change the way I see their son and our relationship?

Princess Nadjela is a fifteen-year-old girl, beautiful and intelligent, as primitive as she is gentle. In her quest to save her people from the torment of a rotten land, she will meet Chester Lancaster, an eccentric and mad nobleman of high birth who has been banished from heaven for a terrible crime.

"In the end, it wasn’t the darkness that consumed me—it was the silence of the light I once believed in." In a world where extraordinary power comes with extraordinary risks, society has imposed strict laws to regulate them. Espers—humans with extraordinary powers—are forced to join the Corps or be hunted as criminals, high school student Elijah hides his true identity to protect himself, someone who came from a lineage of rogue or criminal Espers. Elijah was sent to fend for himself on the corps while trying his best to hide his history. As he uncovers the Corps' dark agenda and faces his own awakening powers, Elijah must decide: will he bow to a corrupt system or defy it, even if it means becoming the very villain he despise?

The sugary sweet life of the beautiful young Miss Asher. Plunged into wealth and riches, while growing under an umbrella shade from the stench of poverty and struggles. The Riechard family's lovely little Miss, who grew absent from her parents love; from a young age living under the Reichard family household. She waxed quickly older with time. Becoming a woman of noble virtues and good characters. Graduating from a top institute of medicine and a perfect fiance who loves and pampers her along with his family. Her world came to crash, when false news flies all over the city. Showcasing her life; painted as immoral and loose virtue, tarnishing the perfect image and reputation once built. Pushed from the once family that raised her, canceling her engagement proposal and left devastated. ----- A rainy night in Tyle city. The silhouette of a petite woman walked under the rain in the empty street, amidst the heavy beating and showering droplets. She dragged her weary herself through the cold and judging streets fully drenched as a lifeless corpse pushed around. Her clothes stuck to her from the rain, with eyes devoid of an actual sight. Crossing the deserted roads across the street, when a car collided into her, falling unconscious on the wet road. Asher opens her eyes, slowly to the soft warmth around her, feeling like death had taken her; only to see an intravenous inserted in her hands and beside her bed a man stood there holding a paper. " Miss, my boss saved your life. In exchange he wants a marriage contract with you. "

The Phantom's Chase In the bustling city of Veridian, a notorious criminal known as "The Shadow" has eluded capture for years. Detective Alex Mercer, a relentless investigator, is determined to bring The Shadow to justice. When a tip-off leads Alex to an abandoned theater, a thrilling chase ensues. Despite cornering The Shadow, the criminal escapes, leaving behind a taunting note. The hunt continues, with Alex vowing to catch The Shadow and restore peace to the city.

The life of a destitute young man takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious woman. After that fateful night, his life undergoes a drastic transformation. He rises from poverty to become one of the wealthiest and most influential underworld kingpins of all time! He earns the respect of his peers and becomes the most revered Yakuza boss in the criminal underworld, expanding his empire across the entire country

Zen Beschimer after 3 years, is returning to do his missions and continue with his goals. With a new motive to become the chief of the incubus Cutthroat and to change the world. There are strong villains in the criminal organization. Will Zen achieve it?

In a world where power is bought with blood and alliances shift like sand, Tyrone starts as a small-time drug lord, barely a blip on the radar. But as the stakes rise, so does his ambition. From ruthless gang wars to high-stakes deals with the most dangerous criminals, his journey is one of cunning, betrayal, and relentless pursuit of power. Tyrone isn't just after control—he’s after domination, and anyone in his way is either an ally or a casualty. Witness his ascent as he battles formidable foes, forms questionable alliances, and makes choices that will forever change the criminal landscape. In this deadly game, will Tyrone outplay them all, or will the weight of his ambitions crush him? Join us in this story to witness a different man with immense character development. Please Support on Patreon for advanced chapters: patreon.com/Vengeance187 Tags: #Narcotics #Character Development #World Development #Best Crime story on Web novel #Crime #Wealth #Royal Families #Crime families #Corrupt Organizations #Constant Action and Drama #Conquest #Gangs #Betrayal #Power #Realistic Crime Disclaimer: Any real life character, place, brand mentioned in this book is pure coincidence and does not mean factual or Reflect on that particular thing or person

(Secret Crush + Flash Marriage Sweet Romance + Love After Marriage + Emotional Development) It was rumored that Miss Ning, who had gone missing in childhood, grew up in the countryside, and became the laughingstock of high society, had secretly loved the most prestigious young master of the capital, Shen Mubai, for many years. However, on the day of their arranged marriage, Shen Mubai publicly abandoned his bride to chase after his first love, leaving Miss Ning humiliated and ridiculed by the upper class. Everyone gloated, believing that the rustic country girl was foolish to aspire to someone so far above her station and deserved her fate. But unexpectedly... she turned around and married someone else, countering Shen Mubai’s humiliation with a stunning move of her own. After ruling out all the eligible bachelors within high society, people sneered again: "Without the capital’s most eligible bachelor, the only ones willing to marry such a disgraced woman would be nobodies from outside the social circle." Until one day— At the inaugural ceremony of the newly appointed president of Country S, the young president stood in the spotlight, holding his wife tenderly under the watchful eyes of millions. The rumored First Lady, leaning shyly against the president with a gentle smile, turned out to be none other than Miss Ning herself! Beneath her elegant attire, a slight baby bump was already visible... --- Male Lead’s Perspective: There are three things I’ve hidden deep in my heart, known to no one. 1. The woman I love is engaged to someone else, but I want to marry her. 2. I was lucky enough to marry her, but she doesn’t love me. 3. It’s bad enough that she doesn’t love me—now she wants a divorce. "Knowing there's an endless distance between us, yet I send my love to her every day in letters." Themes: Ruthless and strategic male lead / Step-by-step pursuit / Deceptive marriage & love / Long-planned schemes / Mischievous yet gentlemanly male lead Cool and alluring beauty female lead

Markus Bones was a young man who was reborn in a different world after he lost his life in a late night home invasion. His last minute wish to be a detective and bring the criminals to justice manifested into a system and in this new life, he thrived to become an Ace detective whose name can put fear into criminals. Want to read about his journey? Come and read this book with me.

In a future ruled by technology and oppression, the Cyberpunk city Tier-1 is torn between an authoritarian Leader, the criminal Trinity, and the rebellious "Mask." Hacker Sato's neutral life shifts after meeting Louise, a farmer, and Abrom, a conflicted cop. As chaos grows, he must choose between staying hidden or fighting for freedom. Tier-1 is a gripping tale of resistance, humanity and survival in a heartless world.

Reincarnation clichés are not just my thing. You only get one life, You either die as a failure or live like a winner. -------- Ivor Snow has built his career as the most cunning and undefeated criminal lawyer of his time, a young man with a mind sharper than any blade and a tongue capable of twisting truths into salvation. But what the world doesn’t know is that Ivor hails from a lineage of criminals. Now, would you believe that? A criminal lawyer from the family of criminals. He’s spent years walking the razor’s edge, defending those like his kin while keeping himself far removed from their deeds. However, when a high-profile murder case in Korea demands international expertise, Ivor is thrust into the role of advisor for the defense team. Officially, it’s an opportunity to showcase his legal brilliance. Unofficially, it’s exile. After angering a Russian crime lord with deep ties to the assassin world, Ivor’s life in California had become too dangerous to sustain. Upon arriving in Korea, Ivor quickly discovers the case is far from ordinary. But just as he begins to peel back the truth, an unexpected incident drags him into a brutal reminder of his family’s criminal legacy. Now there's a murder trial on one hand and a dangerous new game unfolding on the other. -------- "You may believe you're peeling off the layers of lies, bit by bit. You may feel you're getting a hold of the situation, but unless you understand how your enemy thinks, every truth your uncover will remain nothing more than an illusion." - Ivor Snow. -------- Romanticist's Character Ivor Snow. --------

After encountering betrayal, Tang Ruochu sought out a stranger to form a marriage alliance, each getting what they needed. However, she did not expect that this marriage would be a turning point in her entire life, with an uncertain future full of life and death. Would it be another heart-breaking pain, or a truly transformative sweet romance, or perhaps the last harbor of love in her life?

Feng Lin held the ten photos his old man had given him and fell into deep thought. There was the glamorous CEO, the gentle teacher, the international superstar, the professional assassin... His task was to marry one of them.