Stiff Reforge

The past week had felt like a lifetime of dodging my own feelings. As I sat at the head of the table, I felt the dam about to break, then the door swung open, and my heart lurched. Chris stood there, a storm cloud personified. His expression was unreadable, but one thing was clear: he wasn't smiling. My staffs exchanged glances, their gazes then focusing on me. "Eve," Chris's voice was low. "We need to talk." The room went silent, thick with nervous energy. The unspoken question hung in the air. "Chris," I said, my voice calm despite my pounding heart, "can this wait? We're in the middle of an important meeting." I wanted him to leave, to deal with this later, on my terms. "No, it can't," he said, stepping into the room. His anger simmered beneath the surface, but there was a visible vulnerability that made my own heart ache. "Please excuse us," I told my staffs, who hurriedly packed and left us alone. "You just left. You left after that night with just empty words on a piece of paper and then went out of the country for a whole week, Eve. A whole week." I was surprised to see him so vulnerable, so angry. It was the first time. It was obvious he was hurt, and I knew I was wrong. He stalked towards me, like a predator, and as he got closer, the anger seemed to flicker, replaced by a different intensity. He stopped in front of me, and then, without warning, his arms wrapped around me, pulling me into a tight, desperate embrace. My breath hitched. I went stiff for a moment, surprised by the contact. Then, almost instantly, my arms went around him, clinging to his strong frame. A mix of emotions flooded me: surprise, relief, and an overwhelming need to simply hold him. I breathed in his familiar scent, a comforting aroma that had been haunting my senses for the last week. He held me tightly, as if afraid I'd vanish if he let go, and I didn't resist. I had dreamed of this. He pulled back, his hands on my shoulders, his gaze searching mine with an intensity that made my heart flutter. The anger lingered, but it was mixed with something else. Something softer. "I missed you terribly," he whispered, the words barely audible, but they resonated through me. ------ Eve, a fashion powerhouse ruling the world's runways, needs a fake boyfriend and fast, to appease her matchmaking mother.   Christopher, a charming, secretive, and dangerously attractive heir to the biggest conglomerate in the country. needs a distraction from his father's unwanted marriage plans. Their solution? A temporary romance brokered through a "rent-a-partner" app. What starts as a mutually beneficial arrangement quickly evolves into a sizzling romance, throw in a jealous childhood crush, a clash of powerful families, and a whirlwind of hilarious misunderstandings, and you've got a recipe for a romance that's as unexpected as it is unforgettable. Will their carefully constructed facade withstand the pressure, or will their fake relationship crumble under the weight of their undeniable, and quite unexpected, love?

100 Years to the Apocalypse – A World Reforged in Chaos A century ago, the world shattered. Seven continents fused into one, birthing monsters, superhumans, and kingdoms ruled by the powerful. In this decaying land of ruins, privilege, and bloodstained thrones, only the ruthless survive. Born into the once-noble House Westrian, Jonan was never destined for greatness. In a kingdom on the brink, power is everything—and he has none. But fate does not care for destiny. As shadows loom and war brews, he must carve his own path in a world where the strong dictate history and the weak are forgotten. This is not a hero’s tale. This is the fight to exist.

Once every 10,000 years, the heavens open, and the Mortal Realm is cast into turmoil. The Great Reset begins—a cosmic reckoning where empires fall, beasts awaken, and only the strongest carve their names into eternity. For those who survive, the path to the Astral Realm and the right to claim divinity awaits. Raikai, a warrior forged in storms, wields the power of the Celestial Iron Body Cultivation, his flesh tempered into living steel. His Death Arms—twin scythes bound by chains—dance like a mythological dragon, crackling with lightning, capturing and tearing apart those who stand in his way. Beside him stands Shinryu, swift and precise, blessed by the Celestial Tiger. His Death Arms, a pair of white leather gloves with retractable claws, strike with divine speed—every slash a whisper of the heavens’ fury. Together, they ascend the path of blood and power, bound by brotherhood yet tested by fate. Their bond is their greatest strength, but in a world where the Death Arms grow with their wielders—feeding on their victories and failures—power often demands a terrible price. As the 10,000-year Reset begins, ancient titans stir, forgotten sects rise from the shadows, and primordial beasts long thought extinct awaken. The heavens will bear witness as Raikai and Shinryu defy the gods—or die trying. In an age where flesh is reforged into iron and weapons evolve alongside the soul—two brothers will challenge destiny itself!

Synopsis: The Fallen King Mark, once the proud leader of Dark Solution, a legendary guild in Mortal Online, is betrayed by the one he trusted most—Sophia, his second-in-command. In a ruthless power play, she sells the guild to Dominant, a first-rate powerhouse, erasing Mark’s legacy and forcing him into exile. But the betrayal doesn’t stop there. Bound by a contract he unknowingly signed years ago, Mark is ordered to delete his account. When he refuses, Sophia sends real-world enforcers to ensure he never stands against her again. Left broken and bleeding, Mark dies—a victim of greed, betrayal, and corporate warfare disguised as a game. But death is not the end. Beyond the mortal realm, a council of gods watches with intrigue. They see in Mark a soul consumed by rage, a will that refuses to fade. Amused by his suffering, they offer him a second chance—not as a mere player, but as a force of vengeance. Reforged with divine power, Mark returns to Mortal Online, not as the man he once was, but as something far more dangerous. No longer bound by rules, no longer limited by human constraints, he embarks on a relentless quest to dismantle Dominant and make Sophia pay for everything she stole. The world thought Mark was erased. Now, it will remember his name. And this time, he will not fall.

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.

[Completed] After waking up from a coma, Mel discovers she can control machines and computers. With this power, she seeks revenge for her mother's death and aims to build her empire. Yet, her path takes an unforeseen turn as she encounters the CEO of the top company in the country. Their worlds collide, and love suddenly grows in her heart. *** "Do you like me?" Mel asks. She tries to give him a hint to express his feelings right away. This dangerous man is so cautious. Instantly, Andrew looked at her. His mind is a bit chaotic because this little girl tested his patience. From the first time he saw her, he wanted to tell her his feelings. But he held it. He didn't want this little girl to be scared if he immediately asked her out. After all, they had only met a few times. But now... Does she give me a hint? *** Andrew pulled Mel's waist closer to his body, his eyes looking deep into her grey eyes. They stared at each other. Through their eyes, they expressed their deep love. "Mel, let's get married!" Andrew said in a low voice, but it sounded so lovely. At that moment, Mel felt everything stop. She looked deeper into Andrew's hazel eyes, trying to figure out if he was really serious or just playing a prank on her. But after a while, Andrew's eyes remained the same. She could see from his eyes that what he said came from the bottom of his heart. She felt happy Andrew asked her to get married. She couldn't answer him, not because she didn't want to, but because her lips felt stiff from shock. She could only nod and say it through her eyes; 'Yes, Andrew... Let's get married.' * * * ____ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver * * * Note: The book cover belongs to the Author; don't re-use it! * * *

In the penumbra of a fallen empire, **Lucien Valefor** walks alone, his shadow stretching across broken lands that once knelt before his bloodline. The last scion of the Valefor dynasty moves through the twilight realm between vengeance and despair, each footfall a testament to promises whispered in the dark. "Memory is the cruelest blade," he murmurs to the night, his voice carrying the weight of a thousand silenced screams. "It cuts deeper than steel, leaving wounds that time refuses to heal." The betrayal that stripped him of his birthright lives within him now—not as a wound, but as a companion, intimate and ever-present. His **Nyx Ascendance** pulses beneath his skin, darkness coalescing around his fingers like liquid obsidian. This power, born of sacrifice and suffering, is not merely wielded—it is experienced, a symphony of shadow that resonates with the hollow chambers of his heart. "They believed death would silence me," Lucien contemplates, watching the darkness dance between his palms. "But in death, I found a truth they fear to face—that endings are merely thresholds to more terrible beginnings." The moon bearing witness to his soliloquy casts silver light upon the scars that map his journey—each mark a verse in the epic of his fall and inevitable rise. His enemies sleep behind walls of stone and privilege, dreaming peaceful dreams of empires built upon his family's ashes. "The architecture of revenge requires patience," he tells the stillness around him. "Each moment of their false security is a stone in the monument of their eventual ruin." He is not the prince they remember—that man perished in the bloody theater of their betrayal. What returns to them now is something hollowed and hallowed by suffering, a vessel filled with purpose so pure it transcends morality. "I do not seek justice," Lucien acknowledges, his eyes reflecting landscapes of yet-unfought battles. "Justice implies balance, and some scales can never be balanced—only shattered and reforged." In the distance, the spires of his ancestral home pierce the horizon like accusing fingers. The throne that awaits him is no longer merely a seat of power but an altar upon which he will sacrifice those who believed him conquered. "They will learn," he whispers to the approaching dawn, "that nightmares do not fade with waking. Some terrors follow you into the light."

(Warning: Mature Content - R-18) A group of college students ventures on what was meant to be a straightforward museum trip, only for their plane to crash on a mysterious, uncharted island. Stranded and desperate, they signal for rescue, but their calls go unanswered. As days turn into weeks, they confront a harrowing truth: they are utterly alone. But the island has its own dark agenda. An eerie, seductive energy permeates the air, penetrating their very beings, igniting a fire of lust and desire that none can resist. This isn't just survival; it's an awakening to the most primal, carnal urges. Their bodies yearn with a hunger that's both terrifying and thrilling, their minds clouded by a relentless, dark passion. The island bestows upon them not just survival skills but supernatural powers—fire, ice, telekinesis, immense strength. Yet, these gifts come with a sinister price. The island feeds on their darkest desires, their deepest lusts, amplifying them to monstrous proportions. Friendships dissolve into something far more intense, far more physical. Bonds are tested, broken, and reforged in the fires of lust. The island whispers temptations, urging them towards acts of unspeakable pleasure and sin. Every touch, every glance, is laced with a potent mix of seduction and corruption. Inhibitions shatter as they grapple with the choice to succumb to the dark ecstasy or to fight for what remains of their humanity. Here, the real battle isn't against nature but against the evil within, a battle for their souls amidst the throes of passion. Can they resist the seductive pull of this malevolent paradise, or will they be consumed by their own dark desires? Overpowered Mc Character Development - Peak [For the first vol(chapter 1-100) Mc is hero trying to save everyone but he changed when they betrayed him, protecting only those he care about now]

Raika used to be a Cultivator. She lived in a sect, fought in tournaments, and cultivated to spite the heavens, as a cultivator should. While she was never the strongest, fastest or wisest, she held it in her heart to never, ever give up, and to stand for her ideals. And then an Imperial Cultivator destroyed her soul organs and left her crippled. In a world with a sun made of flaming serpents, reality-defying entities running amok, and a timeless, all-knowing Emperor ruling all through the power of his Blades and the constant advances and experiments of his Divisions, Raika is less than worthless, unable to see and feel the blood of reality- but when it's surrender or madness, she chooses madness. Embarking on a new path, Raika will find strange secrets, hidden paths to transformation, and abandon humanity, sanity, and the rule of the Empire to become something far stranger and far more powerful than she ever thought possible. In a world replete with enslaved Daemons used as WMDs, reality-bending powers, eldritch-punk technology, and strange pathways of cultivation and magic, she'll have to find allies, confront gods and monster, and defy the Heavens, her own body, and common sense to find a way to become something new. Facing a millenia-old Empire rife with corruption and unknown plans, impossible horrors from the edges of the world, Daemons, Witches, and her own broken soul, she won't stop until she's become truly free- but what will it cost, and can her insanity match the madness of the reality itself?

In a world where people gain power the moment they were born with the traits inherited from their families lineage, Zelos is a slave boy and a war orphan with a single trait. People are usually born with two of them thanks to their parents, but Zelos only has one and for being a quiet boy who doesn't complain even when he is hurt, people think that he is cursed. The truth is, Zelos has dreams of another life, where he lived as another person in another world, one where he wasn't just a pawn that other people used, in that world, he had freedom and power and he plans to recovers those powers on his first opportunity to become the one who determines his own fate. Still, his journey won't be easy. People with super powers can be found left and right and with a single trait, Regeneration, there isn't much that he can do to fight them... but soon he discovers that he can reforge his body with training and that increases his physical parameters too, now he just needs to recover the techniques of his previous life and then become someone who rules instead of someone who is ruled. What to expect: - Massive World Building - Many conflicts between states and clans. - Wars. - A MC who wants to become stronger by using his unique trait and past knowledge while also trying to obtain power through money and creating businesses.

Innocent Fire is a story of forbidden tension, unspoken desires, and an unexpected connection that neither of them saw coming.Liam is used to blending into the background, strong, intelligent, yet painfully shy. With his glasses and broad frame tucked into a stiff school uniform, he has always been the quiet one, avoiding unnecessary attention. But when Vanessa walks into his classroom as the new practice teacher, everything changes.She’s confident, alluring, and dangerously unpredictable. From the moment her teasing gaze lands on him, Liam feels the heat of something unfamiliar. Something intoxicating. She enjoys making him squirm, watching his innocence crack under her playful touch. But beneath her smirks and flirtation lies something deeper, something neither of them are ready to name.In a world where rules exist for a reason, how far can they push the line before everything spirals out of control?

In the world of Kalhalla, where gods have fallen and their souls lie dormant in crimson crystals, a wretched outcast dares to reshape fate. Kaelis, an 18 year old so hideous and despised that even beggars turn their noses up at him, has only known rejection, scorn, and betrayal. But with the Hammer of Uuen, a relic of unknown power gifted to him as a child, he can do the impossible—reforge the bodies from the souls of the dead, only the ones who died in the war between Gods and Demons. His goal? To forge the one thing the world has denied him: a goddess who will love him. But every goddess he forges turns against him in absurd and terrifying ways. Some try to kill him, others break free, and none see him as anything more than a mistake. Yet, Kaelis refuses to stop. Even as enemies close in, as ancient beings hunt him, villains rising in power, and as the truth of his origins begins to surface... he keeps forging. Because Kaelis has one secret he can’t afford to ignore. He’s dying. And before death claims him, he will forge a goddess who will.

In a world ruled by gods and the corrupt Supreme Order, one warrior dares to defy the heavens. Born as a half-human, half-lion slave, Lion D. Helios knew only suffering—until he seized his own fate, stealing two legendary Apex Gems that granted him control over the Sun and Moon. Now, with his body reforged by divine power and his will unshaken, he embarks on a brutal journey of conquest, vengeance, and the ultimate goal: to kill God and to over throw the government know as The Supreme Order. But Helios' path is drenched in blood. From battling Blizzard Dragons in frozen wastelands to tearing apart angelic enforcers of the Supreme Order, his power grows—but so do his enemies. Alongside an unbreakable crew of warriors, including the honor-bound Bow, the master swordsman Prometheus, and the enigmatic pirate warlord Flimlight, Helios will challenge the universe itself. But power alone won’t be enough. Helios must learn control, push beyond his limits, and survive encounters with beings who could shatter planets with a thought. And when he faces the monstrous warriors Aloe Alpaca and Aloe Alpaca Jr., he will learn that even gods fear what lies beyond the stars. The war against the heavens begins. And the Lion is hungry.

Ariana tenía solo ocho años cuando su vida cambió para siempre. Un accidente fatal la llevó a la muerte junto a su padre. Aunque su padre no pudo ser salvado, su madre, una científica brillante consumida por el dolor y la culpa, se negó a aceptar la pérdida de su hija. Durante diez largos años, luchó contra la muerte misma: reconstruyendo órganos, experimentando con tejidos podridos, y desafiando la línea entre lo humano y lo artificial. Finalmente, logró lo imposible: traer a su hija de vuelta a la vida. Ahora, Ariana renace como A3R-14NA, una humana artificial con fragmentos de recuerdos, una fuerza que no comprende del todo, y un cuerpo que es más que humano... pero no completamente humano. En un mundo que apenas puede aceptar su existencia, Ariana deberá enfrentarse a preguntas sobre su identidad, su humanidad y el amor incondicional de una madre que desafió la ciencia para volver a abrazar a su hija. ¿Es Ariana un androide, un cyborg o simplemente una niña con un segundo intento de vivir?

[Processing dead body... 45%... 56%... 99.9%... ding!] [Error.] [Reprocessing dead body... soul found... ding! 2%... 5%... 59%... 67%... 99%... ding! 99.9%] [Process incomplete.] The woman had red hair that glowed like embers. Her face was strikingly fair, but her entire body appeared faintly transparent like glass under sunlight. She blinked, disoriented, as her gaze settled on a hideous, robotic bird hovering nearby. Its sharp, angular body looked mismatched, with awkwardly stiff wings and an oversized beak that glowed menacingly. It was focused on her lifeless body on the ground, shooting thin, bright laser beams across her body. Hazel stared at the bird, her figure stiffening. "What in the world..." she whispered, her voice echoing faintly. If you're confused, let me explain. Just a few minutes ago, Hazel had been driving, enjoying the breeze through her open window. That's when she noticed a tiny puppy stranded in the middle of the road, trembling and helpless. Her instincts kicked in. Without thinking twice, she swerved, steering the car sharply to avoid hitting it. The puppy was safe. But Hazel wasn't. Her car had crashed, and she died instantly. Now, Hazel had become a ghost. Her body felt strange—light and weightless, yet she could feel every movement as if she were still alive. She floated, her hair billowing as though caught in an invisible current. Then came the noise. Ding! The sound was loud, sharp, and mechanical. Hazel flinched, looking around until her eyes landed on the robotic bird. It was still scanning her dead body with its obnoxious laser beams, beeping and whirring as if annoyed at its own failures. Hazel frowned, watching it from a distance, but after what felt like the tenth scan, her curiosity got the better of her. She floated closer, hovering near the hideous creature. It twitched, almost startled by her presence, before it froze completely. Ding! [Process complete] [Congratulations, soul number XOXO, for binding with the Baby-Raising System!] Hazel blinked, her ghostly hand clutching at her chest out of habit—forgetting she had no heartbeat anymore. "The what system?" [Newbie Packet detected! Festive Season Bonus activated for Host.] Ding! [Opening gift automatically… Bonus Daddy included in every world.] She froze, her hands dropping to her sides. Her mouth opened slightly in disbelief as the robotic bird chirped happily, almost smugly. "Wait... what? Bonus Daddy?!" Hazel's transparent figure seemed to flicker with frustration. Her chest rose and fell as if she was still breathing, though no air passed through her. The bird made another cheerful ding! sound, completely ignoring her shock. "What is this? Some kind of sick prank?" Hazel muttered, pacing in her ghostly form. She glanced at her lifeless body again, then back at the bird, her mind racing. She was dead. That much was obvious. But now she was... stuck in some baby-raising system? "What the heck is going on?" Hazel hissed, throwing her hands up.

She's loud, rude and annoying. He's rich, quiet, reserved and rides a bicycle. She's a murderer. He's a lawyer. ~~~ DeSean Savage is one of the best lawyers in the country and the best lawyer in his firm. He's always quiet and reserved but speaks when need be. He's also rich but rides a bicycle which may people find weird but they don't know the reason behind it. Mercedes Lexington is a jovial unemployed girl who just graduated college. She's loud, rude and annoying and lives with her best friend who is the daughter of one of the richest men in the country. She gets involved in a murder which changes her whole life. What happens when they meet? Read to find out.

Born into a prominent clan, Jin Wei was once a prodigy destined for greatness—until his meridians were deemed crippled, stripping him of his future as a cultivator. Betrayed by his family and cast into the deadly Desolate Abyss, Jin Wei is left to die, broken and powerless. But in the depths of despair, he awakens the Primordial Reforge System, an ancient and sentient force designed to rebuild and empower its host. With the system’s guidance, Jin Wei gains the ability to refine his body, master forgotten techniques, and rise from nothing. As he steps onto the Path of the Eternal, Jin Wei must face dangerous trials, rival sects, and the secrets of his world, all while uncovering a grand conspiracy that binds his fate to the heavens themselves. Along the way, he forges unbreakable bonds with loyal allies, and his journey brings him closer to four extraordinary women who challenge his resolve, ignite his heart, and stand by his side through life and death. With a balance of action, romance, and adventure, Jin Wei’s story is one of defiance against the odds, the pursuit of ultimate strength, and the quest to unravel the mysteries of his own destiny. From a broken outcast to a force that threatens the heavens, Jin Wei’s rise will reshape the cultivation world. ---

Once hailed as the kingdom’s mightiest swordsman, Ardyn’s life shatters after a fateful betrayal leaves him trapped in a powerless body. Stripped of everything he once was, he must rely on a woman from his past—the very one he once scorned—for survival. As he navigates a new world without his former power, Ardyn uncovers dark secrets and confronts a past that may hold the key to his redemption. Can he reclaim what was lost, or will his greatest enemy be the pride that doomed him?

“You think you have everything figured out by forcing me to marry you, don’t you? Tsk!” Roxanne spat mockingly, her eyes spitting fire at the man before her. “I love you too, Roxxy.” Sebastian regarded her with an endearment that always caused her skin to crawl. A soft smile laced his lips-one she longed to wipe off his face. If possible, Roxanne wished she could tear his treacherous face with her bare hands. “I will so make you pay, Sebastian Sinclair. You would wish you never crossed paths with me. That is a promise!” As she whispered these words into his ear, her warm breath tickled his skin, causing Sebastian to lose control. Before she could step away from him, he swiftly grabbed her by the waist and pulled her closer. The slow love song in the background added to the fake image of love between the couple. The grand wedding reception had no flaw, except the singular couple that stood in the middle of the dance floor. One was overjoyed to finally have her, while the other couldn’t wait to torment him for every pain he caused her. “Get your filthy hands off…” Before Roxanne could finish her words, her husband claimed her lips hungrily, causing her to go stiff in his arms, after all, she couldn’t push him away in the presence of all the guests. The loud cheers and applause filled the room, making almost everyone envious of the power couple. However, one thing was certain, all hell would break loose soon enough. ============== In her past life, Roxanne Winslow felt nothing but pure hatred towards her husband. For all she knew, he got her brother arrested and later murdered in prison. However, he still used that fact to force her into a marriage, hiding the truth about her brother’s death from her. As payback, Roxanne cheated on him, plotted, and even schemed against her husband, until she was finally faced with a divorce agreement from Sebastian. It was only after she gladly signed the divorce document and ended up betrayed, scammed, miserable and dead that she realised Sebastian Sinclair has always been the umbrella that blocked out the scorching sun for her. Now that she got a second chance to live, Roxanne would worship the ground on which Sebastian steps, just so he won’t bring up the topic of divorce. She must atone for all her sins, protect Sebastian, and make him happy in this lifetime. The problem is, even if she wanted to remain Mrs Sinclair, a thousand reasons were waiting to tear their fragile union apart...

Transmigration and beastmen story. Struggling to deflect the Murim cultivators hot on her heels, Cheon Soo-yeon, who was an S-rank hunter, and sole apostle of the Heavenly Demon constellation, had no choice but to jump into an unexplored abysmal space. However, instead of falling into a pit, the heavily injured lass finds herself landing on the nest of a mythical beast called vermillion bird. Scared stiff, the girl starts to question her life, if it was her retribution eating too much fried chicken. "Why is... there a flaming chicken the size of a building here?!" "Am I gonna be a samgyupsal after surviving a horde of Murim bastards?" Had she known this would happen, she would've endured eating carrots and cabages, opting for a vegetarian life! "Kyuu~" "Huh?" A soft chirp from the dumb-looking newborn chicks made her shudder. "Hey! S... Stop drooling while looking at me! If you're hungry call your mother. Guys, I'm not a worm for a bird feed. Hello? Hello?!"

By an eras ago “It was said, betrayal the emperor brings a curse upon the empire.” But is this really true? The imperial family descends into the abyss from the heights of the heavens to the depths of hell. The grandson of the executed emperor lives the worst days of his life. 'Howard,' from heir to slave! The path to reclaim his status and seek vengeance awaits! New era will began...!

In the slums of Sector VI, a young boy named Veran and his sister Avelyn struggle to survive in the shadows of the powerful lords of the Corvus Empire. Orphaned by a senseless battle, they were left with nothing but each other and a dream—a dream of escaping the harsh reality of their world to live freely among the stars. But freedom comes at a price, and Veran is willing to pay it with blood, deceit, and unflinching resolve. Driven by a fierce determination to give his sister a better life, Veran claws his way up through the rigid, class-divided society of Corvus. He starts from the dirt, a nameless orphan surviving by any means necessary, but as the empire teeters on the brink of change, Veran seizes every opportunity—no matter how dark or twisted—to secure a place of power. Along the way, he learns that to achieve true equality under one united banner, sacrifices must be made, and ideals must be broken. From the streets to the battlefield, and eventually to the highest echelons of Corvus, Veran’s journey is a brutal one. He does not shy away from cruelty, deception, or ruthlessness when necessary. As his influence grows, he becomes a key figure in shaping a new Corvus—an empire where all citizens, regardless of their birth or wealth, stand equal in unity. This novel is a tale of ambition, sacrifice, and the dark path one man must tread to forge a new future. It’s the prequel to Once Upon the Void, yet stands on its own as a powerful narrative of how the corrupt, divided empire of old was reforged into something greater—by the hands of a man who rose from nothing. Author's Note: This novel is a prequel to Once Upon the Void, thousands of years in the past. Whether you start with this story or the other, both will introduce you to the various species, cultures, worlds, and locations in the world of my Novel. The choice is yours

Lena Carter is a bright and resolute assistant who has her life changed when she saves a mysterious stranger from a hit-and-run. The man whom she saves is none other than Ethan Grayson: the enigmatic CEO of the Grayson Corporation. Drawn into the world of high stakes alongside hidden secrets, Lena discovers that the charm of Ethan hides behind a heart haunted by his tragic past. Their budding romance turns sinister when Lena finds a portrait of a woman who looks eerily like her-with one small difference. As questions arise about Ethan's motives behind his late lover's death, Lena finds herself mired in a web of betrayal, sabotage, and buried grief. For every trumped-up charge she uncovered about Grayson Corp's underhanded dealings, she pulled closer into Damien Lowell's ruthless world-a rival bent on crumbling everything Ethan had worked hard for. Complying with a cryptic ally and facing an endless string of anonymous threats, Lena gets pulled into a perilous web of deceit and power jockeying. With the sniper in her own background and secrets of Ethan poised to take it all down, Lena must make the impossible choice: pursue the truth or protect her own heart. Shadows of Deception is suspenseful, passionate, and amply endowed-with twists and turns along the way, together with the theme of what we will do for love, at what the expense of unearthing the past, and the strength of a woman who is determined to reforge her fate.

Lena Carter is a bright and resolute assistant who has her life changed when she saves a mysterious stranger from a hit-and-run. The man whom she saves is none other than Ethan Grayson: the enigmatic CEO of the Grayson Corporation. Drawn into the world of high stakes alongside hidden secrets, Lena discovers that the charm of Ethan hides behind a heart haunted by his tragic past. Their budding romance turns sinister when Lena finds a portrait of a woman who looks eerily like her-with one small difference. As questions arise about Ethan's motives behind his late lover's death, Lena finds herself mired in a web of betrayal, sabotage, and buried grief. For every trumped-up charge she uncovered about Grayson Corp's underhanded dealings, she pulled closer into Damien Lowell's ruthless world-a rival bent on crumbling everything Ethan had worked hard for. Complying with a cryptic ally and facing an endless string of anonymous threats, Lena gets pulled into a perilous web of deceit and power jockeying. With the sniper in her own background and secrets of Ethan poised to take it all down, Lena must make the impossible choice: pursue the truth or protect her own heart. Shadows of Deception is suspenseful, passionate, and amply endowed-with twists and turns along the way, together with the theme of what we will do for love, at what the expense of unearthing the past, and the strength of a woman who is determined to reforge her fate.

Mature Content- Rated18+ (No rape) "You look lonely and well..." "Well?" The Alpha gave her a condescending smile. "Broken. Like someone who has fought a lot of battles. Someone who has been hurt." She said. "It's true. And thus, I am ready to fight even more battles if it promises what I want," Alpha Maverick said. "And what do you want?" She asked with a sweet smile. "Death. Death of all the rogues for what they did to me," Alpha Maverick said, looking at the girl who became stiff beside him. "You are not a rogue, are you?" Alpha Maverick looked into her enchanting eyes, his hand caressing her cheeks, making her smile awkwardly. She was indeed a rogue, and not just any normal rogue, but one wanted by the entire world. ~~~~~~ "I, Valencia Brooklyn, reject Tyler Anderson as my fateful mate. I would rather accept death than a disloyal mate." These were the exact words that changed her life. Since this werewolf world couldn't accept her for being an omega and not having a wolf, she decided to do the exact same thing. She became a rogue that everyone started fearing and looking for. A rogue who killed other rogues, stole from people, rejected an alpha, deceived the council, and most importantly, lived among humans while breaking all laws and norms. What will happen when someone from the council gives her anonymous case to the strongest alpha in the world? An alpha even stronger than the Alpha King's son? How will she save herself from an alpha who has vowed to kill all the rogues to avenge what they did with him? How will Maverick Aurelius catch this mysterious rogue who doesn't have a scent? When they first meet, he should've killed her, but how was he supposed to recognize her when she was a mere cat? Valencia never turned into her wolf because she was cursed to be a shapeshifter. How will the alpha recognise the rogue in the cat who has developed a weird habit of coming into his room and playing with his things?

In a world reshaped by the resurgence of spiritual energy, Aiden Long lives an ordinary life—until a fateful encounter changes everything. While fleeing assassins sent by his father’s treacherous business partner, Aiden stumbles into a hidden cave. There, a clear pool turns golden with his blood, awakening a long-lost connection to a divine dragon bloodline. As the mystical waters reshape his body, breaking and reforging his bones and unlocking his latent power, Aiden emerges transformed but thrust into peril. His family is in grave danger, and he must harness his newfound strength to confront enemies from the shadows of betrayal. In a world where cultivation and science collide, Aiden’s journey to uncover his heritage and protect those he loves is only the beginning of a larger battle.

Moved to: https://www.webnovel.com/book/ithoe-bastions-of-the-universe_31108706408876205 In a world where ancient forces vie for power, former soldier Clarke Chambers finds himself at the center of a maelstrom. Framed and imprisoned for a decade, Clarke's only solace is his burning desire for revenge against the man who destroyed his life - his former commander, Stiff. But when an enigmatic alien named Primus reveals that Clarke has been chosen to wield immense power as the Bastion, a guardian of the universe, his quest for vengeance becomes a fight for the future. As Clarke navigates the complex landscape of intergalactic politics and ancient rivalries, he must confront his own demons and learn to harness his newfound abilities. With the help of Sophia, a brilliant and beautiful UN official, and Blin, a mysterious alien with motives of their own, Clarke must stop Stiff's sinister plot to exploit the universe's hidden forces for his own gain. From the streets of Earth to the farthest reaches of the galaxy, Clarke's journey takes him to the very limits of human endurance and beyond. With the fate of entire civilizations hanging in the balance, can Clarke balance his quest for justice with his newfound responsibilities as a Bastion, or will the forces of darkness prevail? Dive into a world of magic, mystery, and epic battles in this thrilling tale of power, loyalty, and the true meaning of heroism.

From the ashes of his past selves, reforged with their burdens, reborn back into the light, Zhōng must convince six other empires to fight with him against Emperor Zhēngfú. He'll not face just the trials of each empire but also the scars of ghosts from his past. Some of them will be painful while others will be guiltful. If he wants the Ninja Empire back, he'll have to face them even those who are already with him. Meanwhile, Zhen will be challenged with two fates destined for her.

**{WARNING: This is Mature content.}** The tension in the air was clear, matching the fiery gaze of Zephyros as he loomed over the quivering prince, his breath scorching against Owen's exposed skin. Every word that fell from his lips carried a weight that seemed to press down on them, each syllable dripping with fierce determination that sent a delicious shiver down Owen's spine. "I will claim you as my own, my bride and my soul, Prince Owen Rykhard, no matter the cost. Heaven and Hell themselves will not stand in my way..." Owen's heart raced in his chest, his body thrumming from the sheer power of Zephyros's words. There was a primal, ancient allure in his eyes, a force that pulled at Owen's very core, beckoning him closer even as his instincts screamed for him to resist. The magnetic pull between them was undeniable, drawing them together in a dance of lust. Escape was impossible. Neil (Owen) was bound to a mission to locate the twelve shattered shards of the Demon King's soul and reforge them to prevent a cataclysmic end. The stakes were unimaginably high, as the universe would cease to exist if the shards became unstable. Neil navigated through perilous worlds with his fairy system, carrying the weight of his burden and the ache in his heart from memories of the Demon King he once loved. Would he find peace with his beloved in this world, or be left alone with the ghost of his past? Owen felt a spark ignite within him as Zephyros's touch brushed against his cheek, signaling a battle of hearts and worlds with an uncertain outcome. Love and fate intertwined in a world where heaven and hell blurred, and the greatest victory lay in winning the heart of the one destined to be protected.

In a world where gods govern the realms, a mortal soul is reborn as Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, music, and prophecy. With a fierce ambition to reshape the ancient order and prove himself beyond the celestial hierarchy, Apollo sets his sights on growing more powerful than the gods of Olympus. However, the gods of Olympus, threatened by Apollo's growing strength and vision, plot against him. Betrayed by those he once called kin, Apollo is drawn into a fierce battle that shakes the foundations of Olympus. In the climactic struggle, he slays and gravely wounds many gods, including the mighty Heracles, whose divine essence he claims, absorbing Heracles’ godlike powers into his own. Mortally wounded but not defeated, Apollo escapes his demise by reincarnating on an Earth-like world. Here, as a seemingly ordinary human, he lives a peaceful, uneventful life until his 19th birthday. On that day, a special energy called aura arrives on Earth. The arrival of Aura allows him to finally practice his abilities again. Now armed with not only the power of Apollo but also the strength of Heracles, he begins to reforge his destiny in a world which gets chaotic from that moment on. Animals mutate. Secret realms open. Will Apollo be able to rule the earth and explore beyond it?