Addicted For Now Krista Ritchie

Ryo and Minji's story unfolds in a complex backdrop where Ryo struggles with alcoholism, while Minji, a well-educated graduate, has taken on the responsibility of running a pottery design workshop inherited from her parents. Despite their close proximity and shared experiences, there is a noticeable absence of romantic feelings or emotional development between them. This raises the intriguing question: is it possible for them to discover love amidst their contrasting lives?

He was a strong god that everyone feared. His presence alone spelt terror and danger. He was strong and powerful and even dangerous. He lived his life killing and destroying souls but all this came to an end when he lost someone very close to his heart and he swore never to live the life of a good again he tried to fit into being a human but destiny and fate had other plans for him. After sometime he returns to the game of killing in search of someone. This time he returned stronger than before and even became more dangerous and scary. He had a power no one could explain or even attain. His killing increased daily. This time he was ready to protect the one he loved and kill whoever that tried to harm her. He felt reborn more stronger and more dangerous. As his power grows so does his ambition. He became more ruthless and calculating taking on dangerous missions and eliminating enemies with ease. His killing spread like a wild fire striking fear into the hearts of his enemies and intriguing those who would seek to exploit his abilities.

Claudia Quinn Ornella is a freelancer writer who is good at speaking and stringing words very well. She even received a big project in creating informational writing content on social media from a big company. She fell in love with a man named Yohan Morgan Davidson, the son of the owner of the Aiha company engaged in the manufacture of medical device technology. However, the sincere love and support both mentally and financially for her lover was not really sincere Yohan received. He only used Claudia for three years, making her lose many things, even her own life. At the end of her life, Claudia realized that all this time there was a middle-aged man who continued to give her the support and attention that had been a fake from her own lover. He was Davion Randolph Davidson, Yohan's father. "If God wills, please allow me another chance to make up for everything I deserve." As soon as she opened her eyes, Claudia found herself back to three years ago before she fell for Yohan's terrible trickery. "This time I won't let you go and I will become your father's spouse. The new Mrs. Davidson."

Overnight, she was betrayed by her fiancé and sister, and was forced by her family to marry a fool. On the wedding day, everyone was waiting eagerly to laugh at her and see how she would get her foolish husband to put on the wedding ring. However, she took out her marriage certificate, which shocked the world, because the man on the certificate was not her ex-fiancé or that fool, but...

Shivam was just a normal guy. A government employee finally living a stable life after surviving an orphan’s hell and fighting tooth and nail through every damn obstacle life threw his way. He love anime, web novels, and his one true obsession light novels. His favorite? Transmigrated as a Third-Rate Villain. The plot? Fire. The fights? Insane. The worldbuilding? God-tier. And the characters? Untouchable—especially Marcus Ardent and Daelen Vorcrest, the last heroes of mankind. But then came the final chapter. Marcus dead. Daelen gone. The entire continent, erased with a single, lazy keystroke. “ARE YOU FUCKING KIDDING ME?!” “What kind of brain-dead garbage ending is this?! You killed everyone for shock value! You threw away the best characters like trash!” Shivam didn’t just hate-comment the author. He cursed them. Then went to sleep. And woke up as Ezra Celestrian. The most forgettable side character in the novel. A man who was supposed to be dead. Only… something’s wrong. Ezra isn’t weak. He never was. He was the strongest human side character in the novel—so talented, the author killed him early to keep the power scaling in check. But now Shivam is him. And the story is no longer in the author’s hands. “Why the hell do I keep talking like a noble?” “What the fuck is this ‘Divine Enemy’ trait!?” The world believes Ezra is dead. But Shivam’s done playing along. “You dragged me into your broken story. You killed my favorite characters. You erased everything I loved for a cheap twist.” “Fine. I’ll fix your mess. I’ll rewrite your story.” “And when I find you, ‘Author’—I swear to god, I’m gonna shove that ending down your throat.”

The world has been turned upside down by the outbreak of the homunculus to where it caused humanity to shake at its core forcing those of all ages have to join the military in some shape our form. But what the world didn't know was that in the chaos that the homunculus had caused it gave birth to an unexpected hero in a highschooler named Cleolani and her family but will this necessary be a good thing for the world or her and her family.

Georgia Lewis had a carefully planned future. Marrying her longtime billionaire boyfriend, inheriting stability after the tragic death of her brother, and raising her orphaned niece in peace. Her brother’s death at sea, bruised and thrown to the waves, was declared a drunken accident pinned on a disgraced ship captain. The case was closed, but the wounds never healed. Georgia is left to pick up the pieces: taking over their bankrupt business, dodging loan sharks, and the angry people whom her father and brother owe… in fear. When her wealthy fiancé proposes marriage, promising protection and financial freedom, she accepts, not only for love, but for survival. But everything was shattered in an instant. Georgia was pushed overboard into the midnight sea. Thought dead by everyone on the ship, she survives... barely... only to be rescued by the last man she ever wanted to see again— Captain Nicholas Knight, the man once accused of her brother’s murder. Stranded on his cargo ship, Georgia is forced to trust Nick as she recovers. He’s intense, stoic, and shockingly kind—nothing like the killer she imagined. As the days pass, she learns more about who Nicholas really was, but Georgia remains haunted by betrayal and secrets. Nick risks his life for her. With survival as their only priority, passion burns hotter than the sun. But despite his hunger for her, he refuses to take advantage. Instead, he vowed to protect her, not use her. He teaches her how to fight, how to survive—and how to trust again. Determined to protect Georgia, Nick finally steps into his destiny. But enemies are everywhere. As passion and danger collide, Georgia and Nick must fight for their future, outsmart powerful enemies, and uncover a murderous conspiracy hiding in plain sight. But revenge comes at a price, and so does love. Yet the more she resists him, the more addicted she becomes. And when the world wants to silence her… He’s the only one who’ll burn it down to save her. Excerpt: “Goddammit, wake up! Don’t you dare die on me! I swear, if you make me regret jumping from that fucking moving ship—!” Her lashes fluttered, blurred by seawater and tears. “Are you awake?” the voice came again. He was closer now, his breath warm against her cheek. “Can you hear me?!” “I’m begging you… Someone tried to kill me… Don’t tell anyone you found me…” His brows furrowed. “What…? Were you pushed overboard?” Georgia barely managed to nod. But her body had had enough. Her eyes rolled back, her fingers slipped from his shirt, and her head fell against his shoulder just as she whispered, “Yes…” Then the memories crashed back. Salt water, freezing winds, her body going numb in the ocean… “Oh good, you’re awake,” Nick said and strode toward the bed. “Don’t come any closer!” she hissed. "I swear to God, I’ll scream the ship down if you come one step closer, you pervert!” “I know you...” Nick stiffened. “What now?” “You murdering son of a bitch!” she roared. Georgia grabbed the nearest pillow and hurled it at him. “What the hell? Are you insane?!” he barked, dodging the pillow. “You’re Nicholas Knight! You killed my brother!” Seeing her trembling, he lifted her effortlessly. “Let go of me!” she shrieked, squirming violently. “Stop—shit!” Nick lost his balance. “Maniac!” she declared. That’s when he felt it. Something soft. Plush. His head dropped like a guillotine blade, fast and sharp. His eyes locked on his right hand, which was currently cupping her like he was holding a fragile fruit from the gods. His soul left his body. But his body betrayed him. He was as hard as rock in an instant… Eyes bulging, jaw dropping, Nick choked on a curse. “Fuck.” Too bad he whispered it directly into Georgia’s face. Georgia's knee rocketed upward like a heat-seeking missile. “How dare you touch me, you Captain Pervert! Murderer!” she hissed like a vengeful sea witch. Nick wheezed in pain, clutching his groin. “I saved your life…”

A former dungeon boss, once feared across the land, seeks a peaceful life after centuries of managing minions, traps, and treasure. Now living in a remote town disguised as an ordinary human, he dedicates himself to raising his adopted human daughter, Lila. However, her adventurous spirit and determination to become a hero keep pulling him back into the dangerous world he left behind. To protect her, he secretly uses his dungeon-master skills to manipulate their quests and ensure her safety, all while trying to keep his true identity hidden.

Yeri was once a succubus, a powerful and irresistible seductress who fed on desire. Now reborn as a stunning young woman in the modern world, she must navigate the confusing collision of her human innocence and her demonic memories. One night, fate leads her into the path of Shin Keir, a dangerously magnetic and notorious CEO known for getting everything he wants—except peace. Their accidental encounter sparks an intense, uncontrollable passion, and a single night together changes everything. *** Excerpt: The dream had returned. Same eerie forest. Same surreal woman in the crimson dress. But this time, the setting had changed slightly. She now stood at the edge of a cliff made of jagged, glowing red rocks that resembled oversized rubies. Scarlet butterflies floated around her like living embers. A thick fog blanketed the area like some forbidden realm between worlds. She turned to him, her smile soft, sweet—and somehow tragic. She was heartbreakingly beautiful, ethereal yet forlorn, like a love story written in fading ink. Shin had tried to call out, but the wind swallowed his voice. As he stepped forward, the woman mouthed something. He couldn't hear her. Then, in a horrifying instant, her body tilted, and she plummeted off the cliff. The despair that followed wasn't just a feeling—it was a full-body, soul-tearing scream that never made it past his throat. Without hesitation, Shin leapt after her. He awoke convulsing, drenched in cold sweat. His eyes gleamed with a strange madness, a devil struggling behind the polished CEO exterior. *** Disclaimer- Places and characters are all works of fiction.

High school just got a whole lot more awkward. Riku Arai thought the new semester would be normal—until he walks into class and finds his new seatmate is none other than his ex-girlfriend, Mei Hayasaka. The two haven't spoken properly since their messy breakup, and now they're stuck side-by-side every single day. Tension runs high, snarky remarks fly, and their classmates—especially the chaotic Hana, mei's bestfriend won't stop meddling. As ridiculous group projects, school trips, and embarrassing moments pile up, Riku and Mei are forced to confront the past they’ve both been avoiding. Old feelings begin to resurface—but so do old grudges. Can two exes survive sitting together without killing each other? Or worse… falling for each other all over again? ---- This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, applications, songs, technologies, locations, events, and incidents are eitherthe product of the author's imagination or used fictitiously for storytelling purposes. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or to real companies, brands, applications or any other entities is purely coincidental. All real-world references are included as part of the fictional setting and do not imply any endorsement, association, or ownership by the original creators. The author has no intention to defame, discredit, orintringe upon the rights of any individual, brand, organization, or intellectual property. This story is created solely for entertainment and creative expression, and should not be taken as factual or representative of real-life entities or events. Readers are advised to treat all references in this work as fictional, regardless of name similarities or thematic inspiration.

Lee Dong Wook was, by all accounts, a complete nobody. Born into abandonment, he navigated a life plagued by misfortune: academically unremarkable, physically unstriking, and utterly alone. His peculiar dream of becoming a an actor or should we say, a showman in the 21st century—a profession long past its prime—led him to drop out of high school, leaving him jobless, friendless, and with no romantic prospects. Just as his life reached its desolate peak, Dong Wook met an unceremonious end. But Dong Wook wasn’t ready to disappear. Faced with the afterlife, he begged for one more shot at life — and his wish was granted… at a price. Now returned to the world of the living, Dong Wook finds himself changed in ways he never expected. Strange forces begin to stir around him, and with them, the curtain rises on a performance unlike any other. This time, Dong Wook is determined to make his mark —with the help of people not entirely...human

After a long war against the humans the gods began to fall one by one, to one man, Shin, The God Killer. He went around slaying every god in sight, until he came across Azir, The God of Combat. After a long battle between the two, Azir fell. "Any last words you weak god?" Shin said to Azir. "Mark my words human! Your victory will not last long! I will return! Stronger than ever!" Azir's words echoed through the entire universe before dying to the hands of The God Killer. [Blip!] [Gods death detected, All requirements are met, Welcome Azir, would you like to start anew?] With his new found system Azir, or, Asune, Now fights to regain his glory and become the strongest being there ever was. "You lack faith." Update Schedule (Subject to change): 2 chapters everyday 1000+ words each (Hiatus)

"My fiancé is a high school student?" Sohee, an Omega drowning in debt, has two choices: marry a younger chaebol Alpha, or sell himself to an older yet violent loan shark Alpha. Ah, there's a third option, too. "Should I just off myself or something?" *** #omegaverse #dominantalpha #powerbottom #collegeromance #healing

I died forgotten, betrayed by my sect, and abandoned by the world. But I woke up in a trash-tier clan with one thing no one else had—the Codex of the Thousand Talents. I can scan, copy, and evolve the talents of others. I can forge unbeatable disciples, build my own sect, and steal the secrets of immortal realms. Enemies call it cheating. I call it survival. You can also read it on https://www.royalroad.com/profile/756204 When the heavens close their gates, I’ll build my own—one copied Dao at a time. — Features: OP MC | Talent Copying | Sect Building | Cultivation System | Face Slapping | Mythic Realms | Ruthless Growth Updates Daily

It never felt the same… All she had was a dream, a hope, a family and her desire to be something more. But life had been different. It has never been a bridge for her. Until it throws her under a rollercoaster bus. With her family gone, and her desire to be something more. Olivia Rubi Rosales, a born half Mexican and American, had navigated her life like a cycle of debris. Left alone in fending herself, she found herself compasing her broken dream, when destiny brought her back to her seemingly fate. To live the life of which she owns, a life she dreams to be hers. A tale of a former soldier, on her daily life as a bounty and treasure hunter. When life throws her to a running bus, Rubi finds herself in the drenched door of the unknown, like a compass lost in the game of will.

Rael’s eyes fluttered open. He lay beside a translucent pond, its ripples reflecting the moon’s ethereal haze. His silver locks of hair fell on his visage as he tucked them behind his ears. Staring into the mystical waters, he remembered… this was his third life, he had lived twice before. In his previous lifetime, an ordinary human, and in his first… the fabled ancient, King of Faries from the legends. Now, in a lower world, the former king of fairies had resolved a few goals in his mind. 1) Survive. 2)Kill his enemies. 3)Sleep with their women. In that exact order. Probably.

Østberg, a young boy striving to become a Hero, hopes to gain the strength needed to uphold justice. He also has another goal, to find his father and mother, who left him in the care of his aunt and uncle when he was a child. To become a Hero, Østberg must embark on a long journey where he will meet and befriend new people. After passing the Academy Exam and earning his warrior certificate, he begins a long journey across the land, encountering allies and enemies, uncovering the mysteries of a lost history, and testing the limits of his courage and conviction. With every step, Østberg walks the path of his destiny in a world full of wonder and danger.

Ivy being an eldest always has to make sacrifices to her younger sibiling. at first she do so happily and readily later, for helping her parents, always taken for granted, tired gradually.... she wanted to break free from vicious cycle. Devasted from utter failure she got, cried and transmigrated to new world. Let's see what adventure she would go through? will she overcome her trauma in this new life? will she be able to overcome her fear along as well\? Get ready to enjoy the epic journey of Ivy turning tyrant and smashing things along! ~Araaki

In her previous life, Mu Anhan abandoned her husband and son. It was only after her death that she learned that Gu Xiaozhan loved her madly. In her next life, she was going to cling to him tightly and give him a second child! Everyone sneered. “Mu Anhan seduces Master Gu all day long and only cares about giving him a child. She’s just trying to cement her position by giving him children. Master Gu will surely divorce her after.”Who would have thought that the Perfume Queen, top hacker, miracle doctor, genius designer, AI intelligence, scientific research master… All of her multiple identities were exposed. What annoyed everyone even more was that treasure appraisers, medical professors, and international celebrities were all kneeling at her door, begging her for guidance! At night, she snuggled in Master Gu’s arms with red lips, and was the most provocative little seductress. Eyeing her with his dashing brows slightly raised, the possessive Master Gu rasped out, “Darling, should we try for a third child?”

Madison Harper, the adopted daughter of the nation's fifth wealthiest family,believes she's found happiness in her marriage to Williams Greenwood despite her higher social standing . Her world shatters when she learns of William's betrayal _ He married her to get closer to her step-sister,Sophia with whom he is having an affair . In a confrontation, Sophia pushes Madison down the stairs leading to her untimely death. Reborn with memories of her past life, Madison is determined to exact revenge. She targets Richard Benjamin, the man Sophia desires, offering him a strategic alliance : marriage in exchange for her shares in the Harper hotel business. As their partnership deepens, Madison and Richard navigate a web of deceit,uncovering dark family secrets and confrontation their own past traumas

"Rift — that’s my name. Want to watch me grow? Want to see just how cruel life can get for someone like me? Then come along. Let’s uncover the truth of this world together." In a world where everyone is born with a Soul Rift — a mysterious fracture of the soul that holds both immense power and unimaginable catastrophe — Rift, a boy from Stone City, loses his family in a brutal massacre. Consumed by vengeance, he chooses to do the unthinkable: seal his Soul Rift. The odds of survival are near zero. Most who attempt it become Soul Eithers — soulless beasts driven by madness. But Rift is willing to risk it all. He undergoes the most dangerous and forbidden ritual, surviving only to awaken with a strange, unknown power — one he doesn’t understand and may not be able to control. In a world governed by five elemental forces and five Soul Types, Rift must discover who he really is and what he’s truly capable of... in order to avenge his family. But vengeance is only the beginning. [ Hi, I’m a Thai writer, and this is the second story I’ve written. I’ve worked hard to improve my language skills, and I truly appreciate you reading and supporting my work. I’ll do my very best — thank you! ]

Ode to a Not Puss Wrecks The Many Faces of The F** It All* Preface In the city of Thebes, where truth is twisted and power corrupts, a fierce woman rises to shatter illusions and reclaim her destiny. Known only as The F*** It All, she refuses to be defined by names, titles, or the lies spun by those who seek to control her. Her story is one of rebellion, self-invention, and unapologetic defiance—a modern myth wrapped in the language of Shakespeare and the spirit of a revolution. This time, she’s not just surviving—she’s about to wreck his world and fix it all at the same damn time. Call her The F*** It All Wrecks, because she’s the wrecking ball no one saw coming—breaking down the old and building up the new in one unstoppable force. Characters The F* It All Wrecks** Once known by many names, she shattered her own identity to escape the suffocating control of her father, King Laius. She is a master of self-reinvention and survival, having learned early that in Thebes, truth is a weapon and names can be chains. With a sharp tongue, a protective spell, and a refusal to play by anyone else’s rules, she stands as a living paradox: both everywhere and nowhere, both legend and outcast. She claims her own air rights and answers to no one. Now, she’s ready to wreck the system that tried to break her—and fix what truly matters. King Laius (King Lay-us) The manipulative king of Thebes, whose name sounds like a cruel joke: “Lay-us”—because he won’t lay The F*** It All or her sister ever again. Once a predator cloaked in royal power, Laius now finds himself outwitted and outplayed by his own daughters. His attempts to control and “lay” claim to them have been spectacularly thwarted, leaving him grasping at shadows and empty threats. King Lay-us? More like King ‘Won’t Lay Us’—he’s all talk, no touch. And now, he’s about to get wrecked. Jocasta Queen of Thebes and mother to The F*** It All, Jocasta is caught between two worlds: loyalty to her husband and a growing sense of what’s right. She’s spent years ignoring the cracks in her family’s foundation, but as her daughter’s rebellion grows, Jocasta is forced to confront her own complicity and decide where her true loyalties lie. Echo (Sister) Echo is The F*** It All’s fiercely loyal younger sister. Quick-witted and unafraid, she’s always been her sibling’s confidante and co-conspirator. Echo has a knack for mimicry and misdirection, often running interference to protect her sister from Laius’s schemes. She’s the only one who knows some of The F*** It All’s secrets, and she’s ready to stand beside her, no matter the cost. The Chorus A collective of sharp-tongued commentators, the Chorus serves as the voice of Thebes—sometimes wise, sometimes foolish, always entertaining. They break the fourth wall, offer comic relief, and aren’t afraid to call out the absurdity of the city’s drama. Their commentary blends Shakespearean flourish with modern sarcasm, keeping the audience grounded (and laughing) as the story unfolds. Agent Gray A shadowy figure from outside Thebes, Agent Gray represents the meddling bureaucracy that tries—and fails—to make sense of the city’s chaos. Tasked with “investigating” The F*** It All, Gray is perpetually confused, always a step behind, and ultimately powerless in the face of Thebes’s surreal politics and shifting truths. The People of Thebes Ordinary citizens, easily manipulated by Laius’s propaganda and the Chorus’s rumors. They are the comic relief, sometimes wise and sometimes clueless, reflecting the confusion and absurdity of living in a city where reality changes with every rumor. Thebes is a city drowning in contradictions—prosperous yet plagued by confusion, ruled by a king whose grip on truth is as fragile as it is tyrannical. The F*** It All, once a pawn in her father’s game, has shattered her identity into fragments, blinding the world to her true self. With a protective spell and unyielding spirit, she fights to expose Laius’s lies, reclaim her name

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Kira Mickal is the girl everyone talks about but no one truly knows. Some call her a pornstar. Others say she sleeps with powerful men for favors. But Kira doesn’t explain herself. She doesn't care to. She lives in Monaco, drives supercars, and checks into five-star hotels with men three times her age and leaves with a full bank account and no guilt. Miguel Delmas is a Spanish billionaire with a global empire had one obsession. Kira. He doesn’t believe the rumors. He just wants to know her. Taste her. Break her open and claim her. But he knows throwing money at her won't work because Kira already has everything. So he becomes her bodyguard. He watches her disappear into rooms with other men, hears them call her filthy names but she never confirms or denies what happens behind closed doors. And Miguel? He burns in silence. Until one drunken night, Kira walks into his room. Naked. Teasing. Wild-eyed. She tells him to f*ck her or lose his job. And when he finally does… it changes everything. To the world, Kira uses men for pleasure. But to Miguel… she becomes an addiction he can’t escape. Even if it kills him. 18+ Content Warning This book contains mature themes, explicit sexual content, and strong language intended for adult audiences only. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

Trapped as a goblin in a brutal fantasy world, Luke must use his wits, a strange system, and a tribe of misfit goblins to survive. But with humans hunting them and beasts lurking, can he build a future—or will he become just another monster’s meal?

An orphan who lived a rough life who’s given her dream job just to fall for the CEOs son. Her life takes a turn when given the option of a contract marriage or the meeting the family you never knew in another world.

Jibeom whole life changes after he dies and is told that he will need to debut to keep going with his new chance. Join him on his journey to debut in the survival show with some friends on the way and many different oppurtunities with some twist and turns.