Deception Citations

This story began long ago, in a timeline no one can reach. A forgotten heir. A fallen prince. An adopted noble. A person seen as both a threat and a blessing. This is the story of a withered rose—its beauty lasting even as it fades. It’s a tale of power and deception, where every move is part of a larger gambit. The events of this age shift the foundations of civilization itself. In this delicate balance between salvation and destruction, what is good and what is necessary are often unclear. Abyssals. Primordials. Existentials. Everyone tried to stop it—but it was inevitable. The prince’s gambit has already been played. This is the quiet unfolding of a future no one can stop. The gambit begins now.

This psychological thriller interlaces romance, obsession, and mystery against the backdrop of high society and dark secrets. As deception unfolds and loyalties shatter, the lines blur between fiction and reality, forcing readers to question what is truth and what is merely a well-written lie. Featuring mature themes, moral dilemmas, and a chilling descent into madness, this story explores how far one will go for love, power, and the intoxicating allure of control. As the killings escalate, and trust erodes, one question lingers—who is truly the hunter, and who is the hunted?

Behind Silent Walls In a world where power hides in shadow and betrayal lurks behind every smile, Elliot Montclair is a man who clawed his way into wealth and influence—through poison, forged wills, and cold calculation. Once an outsider, now the master of a silent empire built on secrets, Elliot’s carefully constructed life begins to unravel as enemies close in and past sins threaten to resurface. Haunted by his dark deeds and locked behind walls of silence, Elliot must navigate a treacherous game of loyalty and deception where trust is the rarest currency—and the price of failure is death.

Ava Monroe thought she was signing a lifeline, a contract marriage to Ethan Kingsley, the billionaire heir with ice in his veins and secrets in his eyes. In exchange for saving her family's legacy, she agreed to play the perfect wife. No strings. No feelings. No questions. But nothing about Ethan is simple. Behind the flawless smiles and public displays lies a web of power, betrayal, and buried pain. As Ava steps deeper into Ethan’s cold world of calculated deals and media deception, she discovers that the most dangerous game isn’t love, it’s pretending not to need it. And when secrets from their pasts begin to surface, old flames, hidden alliances, and a shadowy threat watching their every move, their façade begins to crack. What started as a contract may end in obsession. Because when hearts are locked in a battle of lies and longing… someone always gets burned.

In a world of countless schemes, where you are being manipulated at every moment,often without even knowing it. A world where you can't be sure if what you see is reality… or just another illusion crafted as part of a deeper scheme. This is the story of someone who survives it all kind of schemes both small and vast, some he understands, and others he never even realizes. Even he, who is constantly being schemed against, crafts schemes of his own against others. This is a world ruled by deception and Yuan will persevere it, shape it, and rise through it. ------------ English is not my native language, so please understand if there are any mistakes

She was a weapon, sent to kill. He became her reason to live. Raised by The Verdant Sect, a secluded community that denied their own savage instincts, Seraphina's life was a lie, her purpose a deadly secret. She was sent to the heart of the enemy, to Alpha Elias Thorne, rumored to be a beast, with one goal: destruction. But the moment his piercing gaze meets hers, Seraphina's carefully constructed world and her own suppressed nature begins to crack. The more she learns about the enigmatic Alpha, the more she sees past the rumors, finding a protector, a passion, and a truth that exposes her own family's cruel deception and awakens a power within herself she never knew existed. Now, caught between an allegiance of lies and a love that defies all boundaries, Seraphina must fight for her own survival and the undeniable pull of her true mate.

“Mother-in-Law Palava: The Woman Who Wouldn’t Let Go” When Temi marries into a seemingly perfect family, she expects bliss, but what she gets is a whirlwind of drama, deception, and secrets that unravel with every passing day. At the heart of it all is her mother-in-law, Lady Dorcas, a woman whose charm hides a web of manipulation and strange rituals. With accusations flying, strange occurrences shaking the house, and long-buried truths coming to light, Temi must navigate the chaos while uncovering the real mystery behind her mother-in-law’s behavior. Each day brings a new twist—reveals, lies, and shocking confessions that will keep you at the edge of your seat. As Temi digs deeper, she discovers that some family bonds are not as unbreakable as they seem… and some forces of nature are far more dangerous than she could have imagined.

Deception is not enough to explain this feeling,maybe love is not for me sometimes it's best to let go of everything and move on.

Swapped at Birth, Married by Fate Born a princess but raised as a commoner, Celeste never knew she was heir to the throne. When a twist of fate forces her into an arranged marriage with the reckless and arrogant Prince Cassian, she braces for a loveless union. But as palace secrets unravel, Celeste discovers some shocking truths—she and Cassian were swapped at birth; He is the father of her secret baby. Bound by duty yet torn by betrayal, can love bloom amidst deception? Or will their entangled pasts destroy the fragile bond between them?

They were bound by a contract marriage—unaware they were enemies. Khoeznie, a mafia princess, and Tyler, a mafia prince, come from two powerful rival underground empires. Neither knows the other's true identity, both sent with secret missions to gain power for their own sides. When their factions demand an heir to the throne, Khoeznie sets out to seduce Tyler—unaware he has the same plan. She succeeds... and becomes pregnant. But just as Tyler is ready to confess his growing love, he discovers the shocking truth: Khoeznie is the daughter of his family’s sworn enemy. Worse, his side has planned a deadly ambush to wipe out her faction, including her and her father, Kian Alvarez. Furious and betrayed, Tyler has no idea Khoeznie carries his child. Would you mind to read a twisted tale of love, deception, and a war between bloodlines, where fate plays the cruelest games? _Lets Jump to the story.

Kim Woo-jin, a college freshman, is caught off guard when a mysterious leak in his dorm bathroom leads him to his suspicious neighbor, a handsome Russian painter named Caesar. Despite his initial concerns, Woojin brushes off the strange encounter and goes about his day. On his way home from school, however, he inadvertently witnesses Caesar disposing of a body and realizes he's unwittingly become embroiled in a dangerous situation. Overwhelmed but determined, Woojin becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth and bringing Caesar to justice, launching a thrilling and perilous investigation that tests his courage and resourcefulness. As Kim Woojin investigates the mysterious Russian painter Caesar, he stumbles upon a peculiar camera in an alleyway near his dorm. Little does he know that this camera holds the key to unraveling the truth about Caesar’s dark past. Driven by his need for justice and armed with the camera, Woojin ventures deeper into the danger, using the camera’s footage to navigate a web of deceit and uncover shocking secrets that could cost him his life. The tension escalates as he races against time to expose Caesar’s crimes before they catch up to him.

Set in India during a tumultuous period of conflict between the Assembly of Royals and the popular parliament, Vikram, a young prince from the southern region, finds himself abandoned by his own family. Determined to protect the pillars of his state, he embarks on a perilous journey to amass power swiftly, as the formidable Western army of millions approaches the borders. With time running out, Vikram must navigate a web of intrigue and deception, cultivating his strength while remaining under the radar of the dominant forces that threaten to undermine his rise. As he confronts both external enemies and internal betrayal, Vikram's journey becomes one of resilience, strategy, and the quest for identity in a land divided.

In the vibrant world of Divine, where magic flows as both positive and negative, a force of magic that shapes all life, from human to beast. Humanity constantly battles the monstrous beasts lurking beyond their kingdoms. Young Kenshin Hoshimiya begins his at the esteemed Magic Acadamy, armed with a deceptively simple yet powerful ability, kenshin`s focus is clear: to rise through the ranks and prove himself worthy of confronting the darkness and achieving his ultimate goal.

A young ninja assassin must navigate deadly alliances and uncover his family's dark secrets to survive a treacherous world of shadows and deception In feudal Japan's underworld, 8-year-old Zainte Kanevra is trained by his legendary assassin father, Takeshi, to become a deadly warrior. As Zainte masters stealth, sword fighting, and deception, he uncovers a mysterious plot threatening his family and world. Forced to flee his home, Zainte embarks on a perilous journey to: 1. Uncover the truth behind his family's dark past. 2. Navigate treacherous alliances with powerful clans. 3. Confront the ruthless enemies seeking to destroy his family. With his skills sharpened and heart hardened, Zainte must choose between loyalty to his father and forging his own deadly path.

Kanzou, Yūkaru, Sorae, and Jingai never before understood human nature, but when their own realm goes against the human realm - using the legacies of their soul they sworn with protecting the human realm. Soon, they find out the truth that everything they were told about Reisen was a lie. In a story of truth and deception can every come to understand themselves or give into their fate…

One contract. One year. Zero feelings. Emily Torres signed her name to save her brother. Liam Westwood signed to bury a secret. But neither expected sparks—let alone passion that burns hotter than the lies they’re both hiding. In a penthouse full of rules and a heart full of scars, Emily finds herself tangled in a web of mafia ties, wolf-blooded truths, and a husband who plays the game too well. In this dangerous dance of deception, love was never supposed to be on the table. But fate doesn't care about rules.

Six students are trapped in an abandoned school, forced into a deadly game. Each has a secret role: Killer, VIP, Detective, or Innocent. If the Killer marks the VIP three times, the VIP dies. To survive, the others must figure out who the Killer is—before it's too late. Trust fades fast. Tensions rise. Lies, secrets, and betrayals threaten to destroy the group from within. One wrong move… and someone dies. Who will survive the game of deception?

In a land torn by rebellion and shadowed by secrets, four princes of the capital stand at the crossroads of loyalty and betrayal. Amidst political unrest, Prince Li Wei seeks to restore peace by negotiating with rebel leaders—only to find deceit lurking within both camps. When Mo Shan Shan, a mysterious maid with a hidden past, is thrust into the heart of palace intrigues, her fate becomes entwined with the blind yet formidable Prince Lu Bai and the enigmatic Li Wei. As rebellion brews and alliances shift, trust becomes the rarest commodity. In a game of power, deception, and honor, who will rise, who will fall, and who is the true enemy hidden in plain sight? “Prince Of Freedom” is a tale of courage, loyalty, and the enduring strength found in the most unexpected places.

Synopsis: Matthew and Vinny were never meant to be good for each other. Once childhood friends, their bond shattered as they grew up, leaving behind resentment, jealousy, and an unspoken hunger for something neither could define. Vinny, charming and untouchable, hides his fear of real attachment behind manipulation and indifference. Matthew, cold and calculating, has learned never to trust—especially not the boy who once abandoned him. When a twisted plan sets them on a path of deception, betrayal, and undeniable attraction, the line between love and hate blurs. Vinny is supposed to be playing Matthew, making him fall only to break him apart. But as Matthew fights back with his own cruel games, the heat between them ignites into something neither can control. Toxic, passionate, and impossible to resist, they are each other’s greatest downfall. Because in a game where both are red flags, obsession is the only thing left standing.

When justice becomes the enemy and the truth hides in shadows, how far would you go to uncover it? Emma Carter has it all—a thriving career as a top-tier defense attorney, a loving husband, and a sharp sense of justice. But her perfect world shatters the night her husband, Daniel, is found murdered in their home—and Emma is arrested for the crime. Cleared of the charges but not the suspicion, Emma sets out to uncover what really happened. As she digs deeper into Daniel’s secret life, she uncovers a web of deceit, buried debts, and a conspiracy that stretches far beyond anything she imagined. Her pursuit of the truth entangles her with dangerous criminals, a haunting betrayal, and a brother-in-law hiding a terrifying secret. With the help of a loyal friend and a sharp-minded detective, Emma must expose the lies that led to Daniel’s death—before she becomes the next target. Shadow of Deception is a gripping crime thriller about betrayal, courage, and a woman who refuses to let the truth stay buried.

I was kidnapped. Shackled. Shoved into a world where women are either worked to death or used until they’re broken. They called it an island. I call it a prison wrapped in paradise. Then I met him. Alex — the heir to the empire that enslaved me. The coldest man I’ve ever seen. Eyes like ice. Words like knives. A prince carved by cruelty. Raised to destroy anything soft. But he didn’t destroy me. He became obsessed instead. And I? I began to understand the monster behind the mask — not to love him, but to use him. Because I’m not here to survive. I’m here to end it all. To burn the empire from the inside. Even if it means sleeping beside the enemy. Even if it means loving the villain in a world with no heroes. This isn’t a love story. It’s a war. And I will win.

She woke up in a stranger’s body — a billionaire’s fiancée — with only one mission: uncover his darkest secrets. But the deeper she digs, the more tangled their fates become. Homeless hacker Raven never imagined her life would take such a surreal turn. One moment, she was scraping by in the shadows of the city; the next, she was living a life of luxury — in the body of Sophia Blake, engaged to the enigmatic tech mogul, Aiden Cross. Assigned by a mysterious system to expose Aiden’s hidden crimes, Raven must navigate a world of power, deception, and danger. But the closer she gets to the truth, the harder it becomes to tell friend from foe… and to resist the undeniable pull toward the man she was supposed to betray. In a game where trust is a weapon, and love is a risk, will Raven choose revenge or redemption? Or will she lose herself in the billionaire’s shadow forever?

In the heart of Italy’s underworld, the Romano name was law. Alessio Romano—an enigma cloaked in tailored suits and blood-soaked silence—built his empire on fear, loyalty, and a ruthless absence of love. To him, emotions were weaknesses. Power was everything. But even kings aren't free. To seal an old alliance and satisfy his family’s demands, Alessio is forced to take a mate. Even tho he's straight he found an omega boy. A formality. A body. Someone young, untouched, and pliable. Easy to control. A boy. Noah. eighteen. Auctioned like property in an underground brothel. No past, no future—just soft eyes that refused to break, even under the gaze of monsters. Alessio didn’t choose him out of mercy. He chose him because he didn’t cower. Because something in those defiant glances stirred a hunger Alessio refuses to name. And so, they married. Not with flowers or vows. But with contracts—and handcuffs.

In the heart of a lawless canyon, two undercover police officers, Jake and Mia,find themselves trapped in a world where nothing is as it seems. Sent to hunt down the infamous criminal “Dirty Joy,” they quickly realize the settlement is a place of secrets, suspicion, and danger. As they blend in among the settlers, their search leads them deeper into a maze of deception, where every face hides a story and every shadow conceals a threat. A suspenseful thriller with twists at every turn, The Lost Loop is a story about trust, survival, and the haunting question: how do you escape when your world is a cage?

In a world where harmony teeters on the edge of ruin, four ancient clans—Bai, Mo, Feng, and Qin—stand as the pillars of balance and power. Each clan thrives on its own unique philosophies and mystical abilities: the Bai Clan wields illusions and diplomacy, the Mo Clan channels creativity into shadows and ink, the Feng Clan dances with the wind in swift motion, and the Qin Clan brings harmony through music and resonance. But peace is a fragile illusion. Long-buried secrets, ancient rivalries, and simmering distrust threaten to ignite a storm greater than any they’ve faced before. As mysterious omens stir the winds of fate, the heirs of each clan are thrust into a web of deception, power struggles, and destiny. Bonds will be tested, truths unraveled, and a dark force will rise from the shadows of history—one that could shatter their world if they fail to unite. In the calm before the storm, only one thing is certain: “When the wind dies down, the true storm begins.”

Being set up as collateral for my father's debt, I was left at the mercy of a ruthless Mafia Lord. Carden smirth son of the most influential man in NYC. Ruthless, arrogant and self-center, what happens when my Dad fails to pay the loan he owed,

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] High School Kings and Queens SEASON 1, VOLUME 1 [Main story completed] SIDE STORIES ONGOING (2 CHAPTERS EVERY WEEKEND) Synopsis: At Ivory High, Six students face an intense battle not just in academics, but in life. Secrets, family backgrounds, friendships, teen love, and the thirst for fame drive the competition. A once-ignored student rises to fame in mysterious ways, stirring opposition and igniting a fierce academic and social war. As tensions rise, the fight for the coveted titles of King and Queen of Ivory High becomes more dangerous, pulling everyone into a high-stakes game. Follow this Jaw dropping teen drama as the fight for powers drove people to the brink of madness and evil, but unknown to them school rivalry wasn't the main issue, a deadly,evil, savage, demonic cult threaten to swallow them all with its savage customs which purpose was to restore supernatural balance, but doing this they were indirectly tempting death to do it's worse. SCANDALS IN PARADISE VOLUME 2 SEASON 2 [Completed] Summary Returning to the prestigious academy of kings and queens, the students' attempts to integrate sparked a deadly conflict, leading to widespread devastation and a series of murders. Beneath the school lies a secret, concealed for 500 years to protect humanity. During a school event, a terrifying creature was unleashed from a hidden dimension, causing an apocalypse. This event opened a secret realm dominated by deadly supernatural forces capable of ending humanity or restoring balance. However, shadows of the past threaten to disrupt the universe's peace by any means necessary. Excerpt "What do you think you're doing, Ava?" Sylvia demanded, eyeing Ava as she approached the statue with the deathly inscription. Rose glanced around, trying to make sense of the shadowy figure near the door. "Guys, I don't think we're meant to touch that," Emily warned. "I think something is trapped in there." "Oh, that? I might have pushed it slightly, by mistake," Ava replied meekly. "Oh my gosh, you did that on purpose! We're doomed! I told you not to touch anything," Sylvia exclaimed, clearly terrified. Suddenly, thunder rumbled as the heavens shook mightily.

Once a terrorist of unfathomable power, he awakens with no memory and no strength, his abilities stripped away by a mysterious anomaly. As he navigates a world steeped in corruption and deception, he becomes a pawn to unseen forces seeking to manipulate him. With each revelation, he inches closer to the truth of his past—but to survive, he must reclaim the power he once wielded. As enemies emerge from the shadows and alliances prove fragile, he faces a brutal question: Will regaining his strength make him a savior—or the monster he was meant to forget?

Darkness covering an unfamilar city, the night growls with hunger... Thrown into a new body and a new life, Ray awakens. "Where am I?" "Your first task has arrived", a feminine robotic voice echoed. Ray turned around to find a woman standing on the edge of the roof. "Prevent her imminent death. Failure: Penalty will be... GLIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIITCCCCCCCCCCCCCHHHHHHHH "Love?" "Save a girl?" Hahahahaahahaha [Regre..glitchh...] Consume these innocent people and kill those whimsical Gods. "You will reverse all creation for me." -----------‐--------- Disclaimer: Strong language and Themes of abuse and violence present. R18 scenes are there but there's no NTR(only netori) Reader discretion advised. ------------------------------------------------------ Read my other works if you're interested in the verse- Villain: Girlfriend Thief Villain: Surviving the Yandere Academy with a Gun ---------------------------- None of my works are dropped, and I'll update all of them. But! Like a particular series and want me to update it more than the others? Just let me know in the comments!