Asher Scott Livre

After a devastating meteor strike shatters Brooklyn, humanity is struggling to rebuild. The meteor’s deadly gases mutate the population, granting extraordinary powers to a select few—but at a terrible cost. To control and study these mutants, the Vital Organization for Research on Transformations and Experiments in Xenogenesis (VORTEX) establishes the VORTEX Academy, a prestigious institution designed to help mutants harness their abilities. Kira Shawn’s life takes a drastic turn when her boyfriend, Asher Prescott tests positive for the mutagen and is forcibly sent to the academy. Determined to join him, Kira risks everything by falsifying her test results to secure her own enrollment. But beneath the academy’s polished facade lies a web of dark secrets and sinister experiments. As Kira uncover the chilling truth behind VORTEX’s motives, they discover that her blood may hold the key to humanity’s survival—or its ultimate destruction. With time running out, Kira must master her newfound powers and decide whether to become the world’s last hope or its greatest threat. ______ WordWeaver42- "Love that holds on through chaos, grief, and impossible odds is the kind that stays etched in the soul. Asher’s selflessness and Kira’s unwavering devotion speak volumes about the depth of their bond. It’s the kind of love that aches, yet fills the heart with hope and resilience. This story captures the raw, imperfect, and sacrificial beauty of love, leaving tears as a testament to its impact."

(MASS RELEASE ON Dec 10) Klaus had spent his entire existence as a puppet, bound by the strings of fate. However, a miraculous turn of events granted him a fresh start. The remnants of his former constraints smoldered in the ashes of his past. Now, unshackled and determined, he resolved to forge his destiny according to his own desires. No one, not even a deity, would be spared if they dared obstruct his path. Klaus was ready to wield the sword of vengeance and carve his own fate in the annals of history.

"Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely…" Man, these words are simple yet very true. The one who said these words must have really been… "corrupted," hehe. Does power corrupt? Maybe. But why? Is it power's very nature to corrupt? If that's true, does that mean everyone who has power is… corrupted? And if they are, then how much? Partially, slightly, or fully? Who, then, is the most corrupt? Is it the police, who have the power of law over the people who break it? Or is it the military, with the power of weapons? Or is it the politicians, controlling the police, the military, and the infamous red buttons? Or perhaps it's the people who fund those politicians—those who control everything from the shadows. To know who is the most corrupt, we need to figure out who is the most powerful. If I asked a random person, "Who's the most powerful being?" they'd probably answer with one word: God. Well, it makes sense. I mean, God Himself says in His holy scriptures that He is the source of all power. The most powerful being there was, is, and will ever be. If He is the source of all power... And if power's very nature is to corrupt... Then does that mean "God," the source of all power, is also the source of all corruption?! I rubbed the back of my neck, my lips twitching into a nervous smile. Probably not, but then again… Angels, the second most powerful beings, worship God and cannot disobey Him. At least in Islam, they can't. Christianity? Well, that's a whole different ballgame. So I don't know—maybe. But what about the people who believe in God? There are plenty of radicals out there. I mean, I've seen enough news stories about people blowing themselves up in the name of God. Killing others in His name. Some even believe they're chosen by God, so they kill for Him. Are they believers in God? Corrupted by the Devil? Or enlightened beings who see something my dumb self doesn't? I squinted, tapping my fingers rhythmically against my thigh. Man, I don't know about Hell, but after all these blasphemous thoughts, I don't think God's letting me into Heaven either. Now, everyone's probably wondering, Why are you talking about these blasphemous things? Well, it's my grandma's fault. "What did she do?" Nothing! It's not what she did—it's what she said. When I was little, my grandma used to say, "If you have nothing to do, think about God." So, technically, it's her fault. Title: The Duke's Youngest Son Is Unbearable Asher, the youngest son of an esteemed archduke, is infamous for his arrogance, sharp tongue, and reckless demeanor. To the outside world, he’s the epitome of a spoiled noble, but beneath the façade lies a storm of confusion and turmoil. Memories of a past life on Earth haunt him, colliding with his current existence, and leaving him questioning the very fabric of reality. A dungeon raid at Aetherion Academy turns into a life-altering event when a rivalry with the commoner prodigy, Elvin, spirals out of control. Left for dead, Asher experiences his first "awakening," a mysterious phenomenon that not only heals his shattered ether core but also grants him the power to manipulate space and time. His revival raises more questions than answers—why was he brought back, and what does this awakening truly mean? Asher’s newfound abilities catapult him into a world of intrigue, where nobles play dangerous games, ancient secrets resurface, and shadowy powers stir in the background. His abrasive personality and sharp wit make him enemies at every turn, but it also hides the growing weight of responsibility and guilt he carries. With each stage of his awakening, Asher’s abilities grow stronger, moving from controlling objects and altering the physical world to rewriting the very concept of time itself. But with great power comes consequences, and the line between saving the world and destroying it becomes increasingly blurred. join Asher in this journey.

Scott was a player in his school's baseball team. He was a good player and a good student in school, but he was bullied constantly. Of course, he didn't just lay down and take it, he fought with them. But the reality was cruel he was just one man against many. Every time, he gets jumped, bullied, and beaten up by several people. but everything changed that day when the whole world was burning, he held the sphere in his arms and asked. "Clones?"

** RESUMING UPDATE ON FEB 3** After the Gods Abandoned Humanity, the human race lost almost 90% of its population. Without the Gods protection, they could not handle the demons that were surging in the depths of the earth, without counting the other races who also started to waged war on them, on the brink of extinction, the humans understood that they could only rely on themselves if they wanted to survive, after struggling for centuries the humans started to adept and developed powers to fight back, among those humans the strongest one and humanity greatest hope are known by the name of Meisters.

Overworked, underappreciated, and hopelessly single, Ethan Grey’s life ends with a tragic twist—a fatal heart attack at his desk. But death isn’t the end. Instead, he wakes up in the body of a young noble in a world of magic, fantasy, and extraordinary power. The twist? He’s reborn as the last-born son of the prestigious Greywood family, notorious for its powerful lineage, noble standing… and high expectations. As the “unremarkable” youngest son, Ethan is dismissed by his family as weak and unworthy of the Greywood name. But fate, or perhaps something more mischievous, grants him the Harem King System—a magical interface that boosts his charm, charisma, and skills with one specific mission: to build a harem and uncover his true potential. With every encounter, he gains Charm Points, unlocking new abilities and attracting powerful allies (and rivals) from across the land. Now, Ethan has the chance to write his destiny on his terms. From forging alliances with noble sorceresses to taming the hearts of powerful warriors, he’ll navigate a treacherous world of politics, romance, and intrigue—all while climbing his way to become the legendary Harem King.

AN 18+ ALPHA MAFIA SERIES BOOK 1# CAPTIVE MATE BOOK 2# RUNAWAY MATE BOOK 3# DANGEROUS MATE -+- Caspian is the heir to Moonstone Pack but when his parents die, he’s cheated out of his birthright and treated like a prisoner. He decides to leave, running off to Haines City to start a new life. His plans are instantly cut short when he's kidnapped and auctioned off, and he is bought by none other than one of the Mafia Kings running the city, Asher Knight. -+- Asher shrugged his coat off, the heavy outfit falling to the ground with an audible thud. Caspian watched this happen in apprehension, Mafia King Asher had looked huge with the coat on, and with the coat off, there wasn’t much of a difference. “Come here,” He ordered calmly, the earrings in his ears visible with his dark red hair slicked back. Caspian shook his head again, he had no intention of speaking, ever. Because that would only give away his gender. “I don’t like to repeat myself, Omega.” His voice darkened. Caspian’s heart thudded painfully in his chest in fear, he really didn’t want to get anywhere near the Alpha. He eyed the window longingly before forcing himself to take a step forward, then another, and another… +- THIS IS AN 18+ MAFIA STORY SO IT WILL INCLUDE VIOLENT AND MATURE THEMES, READ WITH CAUTION.

"Stop following me!" Asher yelled, his patience running thin. He had let it slide for too long because she had done a lot for him. But now she was everywhere, suffocating him. "I’m only trying to protect you," she responded. Asher sighed, running a hand through his hair. "I need some space, alright? I can take care of myself." She didn’t budge, and just kept staring at him with that same obsessive look, like she had no intention of leaving. "Is it because you’re strong now? Are you going to leave me because I'm no use to you anymore?” Her voice had turned cold, sharp enough to cut through the silence. “Of course not, you know that’s not the reason…” “Then why do you want me to stop following you?” “I’m just going to the restroom, for God’s sake!” He massaged his temple, clearly at his wit’s end. “Oh, you should have said that earlier.” She giggled, the earlier tension melting away. “I did,” he sighed in defeat.

“Where do you think you are going with those bags?” Xander interrogated as soon as he cornered her. “Of course, I’m leaving you!” She said, standing her ground, despite the fear in her eyes. “Why?” “You forgot to mention how dangerous you were.” Xander let out a deep throaty chuckle. “Sweetheart, you didn’t ask.” “I don’t care! I don’t want to be a part of this anymore!” She insisted. Xander shook his head. “Too late. We are already married. You now belong to me, and divorce is out of the question.” — Aurora Swift’s world shatters when Owen—her boyfriend of five years—breaks up with her via text. The betrayal deepens when she finds out he’s also getting engaged to her half-sister, Olivia Swift on the same day. Heartbroken and filled with rage, Aurora has a one-night stand with Xander Scott, Owen’s enigmatic uncle and the youngest billionaire in the country. When the fling leads to a marriage proposal from Xander with a promise to help her get her revenge, Aurora finds it hard to refuse. However, Aurora soon realizes that this is anything but a whirlwind romance. Xander Scott hides more secrets than Aurora knows, and the dangers that follow his mysterious identity soon bring about complications in their marriage. When Xander’s secret identity comes to light, will Aurora choose to remain in the marriage as her love for him has grown in depth, or let it drive them apart?

Rose Wyatt, a seemingly ordinary personal secretary to the enigmatic CEO of Walden Group, Asher Walden, hides a dark secret. As a witch, she has carefully woven her life into the human world, concealing her true nature. All hell breaks loose when she starts having feelings for Asher. With a dangerous enemy lurking in the shadows and love rivals vying for Asher's attention, Rose's magical powers become increasingly erratic. The risk of exposure is higher than ever, and her growing affection for Asher complicates matters further. Can Rose balance her secret identity with her budding feelings for the man she loves, or will her magical abilities ultimately tear them apart? Thank you @iinka29 for thee character images. They are beautiful!

Asher Williams was the epitome of arrogance—a spoiled young master who spent his days in reckless indulgence, from empty affairs to ruthless beatings of those he deemed beneath him. Among his victims was an orphan boy, a powerless target Asher humiliated in a fit of anger. Years later, the tables turned. That same orphan returned, now a fearsome disciple of a reclusive martial arts master. When their paths crossed again, the boy shattered Asher’s pride, broke his body, and ended his life. But death was not the end. Asher awoke, regressed to the very day he was meant to torment the boy. This time, driven by fury and desperation to escape his doomed fate, Asher chose a darker path. He unleashed unspeakable cruelty on the boy, torturing and killing him in a grotesque display of malice. Yet, as the blood dried and Asher thought he had rewritten his story, a glowing blue screen materialized before him: [Congratulations, third-rate villain. You have defied fate, killed the Chosen One, and awakened the Vile System.] But in a world where fate refuses to be denied, Asher is about to learn that escaping his role as a stepping stone comes with unimaginable consequences.

Which Romance Trope Will You Choose? Age-gap romance? Student-professor romance? Office romance? Billionaire heiress and common man romance? Arrogant guy and cheerful girl romance? Why not a mix of all? University student Billy Scott had a very near-death experience 20 months ago after being rescued by some mysterious girl whose face, however, he still cannot quite recall. Fast forward to his second year, and the new professor, Amy Anderson, turns out to be her—the one who saved his life. But instead of a heartfelt reunion, it is Billy who ruins their first meeting with one idiotic move after the other and leaves a lasting impression … for all wrong reasons.

The only thing 12-year-old Asher remembers from his early childhood are snapshots, hazy images - dad's laughter, mom's smile and a garden with vegetables in the yard. Picking fresh apples from trees into a wicker basket or eating homemade apple pie. But these memories are nothing but the distant past. When Ash was 7 years old, a civil war broke out - the boy was in the basement at the time, looking for old photos of his mother from the wedding as she had requested. Except that it did not happen - the family home was bombed in a bombing raid by the government - Asher then became the only survivor of his family. Asher was forcibly recruited into the rebel army - since the boy was 8 years old, he fought in war - tears, blood, sweat and death became Asher's companions - and nightmares became a regularity. His team, which includes only adults, is joined by a 12-year-old girl - Beatrice, who, like Ash, was forcibly recruited into the army of revolutionaries. Although at first, these two hate each other, over time they become best friends. Even in such terrible places as the battlefield. (Quick side note - the story is also available on Wattpad but with different cover and under a different nickname: https://www.wattpad.com/story/388784259-market-of-humans)

[Ding! You've gained 1 million views! The city’s most beloved heroine has fallen for your mysterious charms!] [Miss Mercury is obsessed with your streams. She’s on her way to meet you!] [Heroic factions are closing in on your location, but the Mindbender Heroine is aiding your escape!] [Ding! 10,000 views! You've gained 5,000 Credits and unlocked Stealth Mode (Tier 1)] [Ding! 1 million views! Rope Girl has noticed your mysterious charm and can't get you out of her mind!] [Ding! You’ve saved the city’s lower districts while taking down three corporate-backed heroes. Lady Fortress is secretly watching your stream, intrigued.] In Metro City, where huge corporations and flashy superheroes rule the skyline, everyday people are just bystanders in the ongoing battles between heroes and villains. At the center of this chaotic city is Scott McQueen, an average guy with one big dream: becoming a cool, shadowy antihero. Scott fantasizes about scaring off criminals while serving justice from the shadows. But there’s a catch—this world is full of flashy, attention-grabbing superheroes who hog all the spotlight. One night, everything changes for Scott. He stumbles upon the Harem Streamer System, a strange, almost-living program that offers him a shot at fame. With this system, Scott can live-stream his nightly antihero activities, gaining views and donations from fans all over the world. The catch? The more viewers he gets, the more heroines fall for him. Plus, with the growing fanbase, he earns rewards like money and powerful gear, boosting his chances of becoming the hero he’s always wanted to be! “Bahaha! The whole world is going to bow to me very soon!” He's not only wanted by the Hero Agency. He's not only wanted by mega-corporations. He's not only wanted by enemies he's destroyed. He's also wanted by superheroines! Discord Link: https://discord.gg/REyZdhpd

Ms. Scott used to have a terrible reputation, and nobody wanted to marry her. She had no choice but to find herself a temporary husband. They agreed this was only an act, but why did this man follow her around all day long? "Honey, it's too cold tonight. I want to hold you while we sleep..." After getting married, Ms. Scott was no longer bullied. In fact, the tables had turned. Those who bullied her had no choice but to apologize to her for what they did in the past. Just as she sighed in relief and was prepared to get a divorce, he pulled her into his arms. "Honey, who else bullied you in the past? I'll deal with them. You can do whatever you want. I'll always support you. Don't worry. "Hmm. I guess the divorce isn't going to work out. There was also a child who wrapped his arms around her legs and called her Mommy. Could anybody tell her when she gave birth to a child?

Levi Asher IV, a ruthless billionaire and royalty, has spent the past ten years trapped in a cold, loveless marriage to Paris, the woman his late mother chose to secure the future of their kingdom. While he’s built an unshakable empire, his heart has remained untouchable. That is, until Sabi, a fiery, headstrong maid walks into his life and turns his world upside down. What begins as bitter clashes soon ignites into a forbidden romance, cracking Levi’s icy exterior. But as their passion grows, long-buried secrets surface, Paris’s hidden affair, Levi’s unspoken guilt, and Sabi’s refusal to bend to a world that tries to break her. Now, Levi stands at a crossroads: cling to the expectations of his title or risk everything for the one woman brave enough to love the man behind the crown. Frost and Flame is a mesmerizing story of forbidden love, betrayal, and redemption, proving that even the coldest hearts can be set ablaze.

The stars have shined yet it still dark, everything now seems fake. "Everything has been lost so let's find our own Elysium." Asher who had once wished for something long ago faces the changes of time. *NOTICE* The novel is still on its early stage, I have almost planned everything so please have patience with my first work.

After leaving earth in a pathetic way, Asher finds his soul in the body of a baron's bastard son. As the last surviving member of the Ashbournes, Asher must take up the mantle and build his territory or die in the jaws of a beast or the blades of hungry nobles greedy for his territory. Luckily, he did not enter this man-eat-man world without support. [Ding! Soulbinding successfully completed.] [Would the host like to upgrade your bronze-ranked butler to a powerful silver-ranked swordsman? Yes or No.] ............. https://discord.com/invite/8Ufe4789YX

Wilbur Smith a junior in college moves into a dorm and meets Derek Scott a senior. A couple months later Wilbur and Derek show Mark Wilson a junior, to Alec Sukprasert a senior, A couple weeks later a new kid by the name Harry Hill a junior moves into a dorm but is forced to be a roommate with a gay guy named John Miller a senior because there are no single bedrooms left, Will they hate each other or will they learn to live with each other? Trigger warnings Depression Borderline Personality Disorder Murder Death Graphic Sex Profanity Child Abuse Sexual assault Homophobia

[En cours d'écriture, livre non terminé] | [Aventure accessible par toutes & tous, que vous soyez connaisseur ou non de D&D] Exilés dans la mystérieuse Forêt des Perdus, Zas, un prince déchu, et Nilsha, une tieffeline infernale, n’ont qu’un objectif : échapper à leur passé. Pourtant, leur refuge devient un laboratoire pour des expériences interdites, où magie nécromancienne et flammes infernales se mêlent. Leur plus grande création, une chimère aux runes mystérieuses, pourrait bien être leur salut… ou leur perte. Alors que des paladins implacables se rapprochent et que les secrets de Nilsha menacent d’embraser leur monde, le duo est confronté à des choix impossibles, où chaque décision pourrait sceller leur destin. -- Je me nomme Shuji, et cette œuvre est le résultat d'un grand passionné de Donjons et Dragons, qui racontait ses histoires depuis plusieurs années, à travers internet et divers campagnes D&D. Premier roman d’un auteur amateur inspiré par l’univers de Donjons et Dragons, "Chimera : Sang, Runes et Feu" mêle magie, ténèbres et liens familiaux dans une aventure aussi intense qu’inoubliable.

I just want to be useful... It all begins in a society very similar to ours, if one were to view it through a broken mirror of course. This society is fractured with several isolated countries scattered throughout the world, seeking only war or solitude. Among them, only one country reigns supreme. This country is known as the Commonwealth . A country littered with superhumans and strange devices being an everyday occurrence. This world isn't just home to humans, but also beings of great power destined to save the world . They are known as supers. Some of these beings inherited strange abilities from the floating particles of a mysterious meteorite that crashed on earth a millenia ago while others used the elements of this meteorite to craft powerful new weapons. However this story isn't about these supers. Not yet. This is the story of Jake Scott. A convenience store clerk who had just come to a horrifying realization. He had wasted his life. Well there was nothing he could do about it now since he was stuck in a dead end job making minimum wage and living in a cruddy and cramped apartment with an annoyingly nerdy roommate. Or was there? Scott is given the chance to become a super after performing a heroic deed for an old friend. However he's about to get way more than he bargained for ... And a new evil emerges to reclaim what was rightfully hers.

Être le défaut de la meute, c'est déjà assez mal. Être REJETÉE ? Par votre propre compagnon destiné ? Ouais. ÇA, c'est un tout nouveau niveau de bassesse. Ava Grey est le défaut de la meute, une changeuse de forme sans loup. Elle se débat dans la vie avec le vague rêve de liberté. Son opportunité survient quand elle est soudainement informée qu'elle assistera au Gala Lunaire, un bal annuel pour les jeunes adultes shifters afin de trouver leurs compagnons destinés. Et elle le trouve. Il est séduisant et intense, et ses baisers envoient du désir dans ses veines comme une drogue. Jusqu'à ce qu'il la REJETTE. Ava n'est pas prête à retourner à sa vie morne. Elle s'évade et forge une nouvelle identité loin de sa meute et loin de son compagnon alpha. Elle se fait de nouveaux amis et est même adoptée de force par un husky hilarant. Mais juste au moment où elle trouve le bonheur et s'installe dans sa nouvelle vie, des événements étranges commencent à se produire... Son husky cachait des secrets. Elle entend des murmures selon lesquels des meutes de shifters sont à sa recherche partout. Et elle peut sentir une odeur familière dans son appartement, ce qui n'a aucun sens... parce que l'homme à qui elle appartient l'a rejetée. [Participation au Cupids Quill de mars 2024] --------- Ceci est une romance métamorphe de loup avec de multiples déclencheurs qui aiment danser main dans la main avec tous les thèmes sombres à travers un champ de fleurs mortes. Dans ce livre, vous trouverez les sommets les plus hauts et les creux les plus bas. Riez, pleurez, ragez ; vous pouvez tout faire en suivant Ava dans le voyage plutôt périlleux d'être une changeuse de forme en cette génération de romance de loups-garous. Il y a des scènes R18 éparpillées dans ce livre comme des bonbons jaillissant d'une piñata. Merci de lire de manière responsable. ------- DISCORD DE L'AUTEUR : https://discord.com/invite/ApNZDux8kj

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. "

A son and mother has moved in to his mother's childhood home in the town of Sunshine Valley. They believed that this will bring them a new opportunity, especially for Scott Smith enrolling in Sunshine High. However, things don't add up as the students as well as the town are being manipulated by its high school making its people act up. Unravel the mysteries and horrors with Scott as he finds the truth about his new high school

Best friends Kain and Scott discover their fated mates in two rival vampires, Viktor and Izcacus. While Kain easily accepts his bond with Viktor, Scott struggles with his connection to Izcacus, burdened by his lineage as a vampire hunter. As their lives intertwine, they uncover that the mastermind behind Viktor and Izcacus’s rivalry is also responsible for the centuries-old feud between vampires and hunters—someone who thrives on keeping the vampires divided and the hunters consumed by vengeance.

I've revamped this book more times than I can remember, but I'll see that this time it gets finished. [WSA ENTRY] Reincarnated into a world of wonder and magic, Asher Blackwood begins his new life as a young boy. With the memories of his past lives still echoing within him, Asher navigates the challenges of growing up while attending Silvermist Academy, a prestigious school for students with magical abilities. As a student, Asher must balance his academic pursuits with the complexities of adolescence, all while keeping his true nature and extraordinary abilities hidden from his peers. But when ancient forces and mysterious threats begin to stir, Asher finds himself at the forefront of a brewing storm. With his accumulated knowledge and experience from past lives, Asher forms strong bonds with his classmates and teachers, earning their trust and respect. As the shadows deepen and the stakes grow higher, Asher stands ready, his unique heritage and unshakeable spirit guiding him toward a destiny that will determine the fate of Silvermist Academy and the world beyond.

In the world of Tenria, where magical abilities and ancient lineages shape the fate of nations, Asher Blackwood, a young and talented student, begins his journey at the prestigious Silvermist Academy. As Asher navigates the complexities of academy life, he discovers his own hidden potential and becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue, magic, and politics. With the help of his friends and allies, Asher must confront the darkness within himself and the secrets surrounding his family's past. As Asher's powers grow, so does his reputation, attracting the attention of powerful forces vying for control of Tenria. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Asher must master his abilities, confront his demons, and make impossible choices to prevent the destruction of everything he holds dear. Will Asher become the hero Tenria needs, or will the shadows of his past consume him? Facebook: @Akuto Sai https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564666926312 TikTok: @riddler_23

Asher was born a nameless orphan in the slums, surviving on scraps until a fateful encounter with the mysterious Shadow Court—an underground network of assassins and spies who rule the kingdom from the shadows. Trained to be a weapon, Asher rises through the ranks, earning the title of “The Shadow King,” a figure who is feared yet unseen. When King Alaric, the young and charismatic ruler of the kingdom, discovers the Shadow Court’s influence, he makes a daring proposition: instead of killing him, Asher will serve as his personal bodyguard and spy within the court, bound by a deadly oath. What begins as a game of manipulation and power turns into a battle of hearts. Alaric’s idealism clashes with Asher’s ruthless pragmatism, yet their undeniable attraction grows in the midst of assassination attempts, betrayal, and looming war. But the Shadow Court does not forgive traitors, and Asher’s past may destroy the fragile bond forming between them. Will Asher protect the king he’s sworn to kill—or will his loyalty to the shadows consume them both?

Tom Scott never intended to become a hero. Accidentally summoned to another world after the true hero had already arrived, he was left to carve his own path. Over the years, his incredible skill and tenacity earned him the title of an S-class adventurer, celebrated and respected across the land. But after a decade of relentless quests and battles, Tom yearns for peace. Memories of a serene countryside—its lush green forests, golden wheat fields, and a tranquil lake—call out to him. Determined to leave the chaos behind, he sets his sights on this idyllic haven to start a new chapter in life. Yet, even in retirement, the world has a way of pulling adventurers back into its fold. Can Tom truly find the quiet life he seeks, or will his past follow him to the countryside? author's note: I have used that name so redundantly on my reruns of Stardew Valley