Stall Umbrella

Qi Yuan was reborn in the world of mortal cultivation and became a errand disciple of the Yellow Maple Valley. He had five elements of mixed spiritual roots and thought that he had no hope of building a foundation in this life! But he didn't expect that there was a Chaos Cauldron in his mind, which could infinitely breed resources... A pill was put in, and it immediately piled up into a small mountain and overflowed. A thousand-year-old spiritual medicine was put in, and it immediately turned into countless thousand-year-old spiritual medicines. Several years later, Qi Yuan set up a small stall in front of Han Lao Mo and took out countless Palm Heaven Bottles and placed them on it. Han Li frowned and thought to himself: "Oh no, my Palm Heaven Bottle has become a common item!"

Fang Shi is an otaku who passes away and is reborn in the cultivation world. He receives the ‘Merchant system’ when he was about to open his own stall, and has to use his knowledge from books, games, and shows to create a business never seen before.

To save the masses, Zhong Nianyao sacrifices herself to the heavens, thinking she would vanish into thin air. Surprisingly, when she opens her eyes again, she finds herself as the youngest daughter of the Zhong family in the imperial capital. In her previous life, as the national advisor of the Li Country, she spent her days in deep contemplation and eventually sacrificed herself for the people. Given a chance to relive her life, she decides to live freely and with ease. Zhong Nianyao, known in the capital as the infamous useless heiress who excels only in spending money, has been famously infatuated with the eldest young master of the Li family, Li Jingming. She even jumped into a river just on his saying. Later, to everyone's astonishment, Zhong Nianyao changed; she stopped chasing after Li Jingming and started setting up a stall on the overpass. People then said she must have gone mad. However, as time goes by— A real estate tycoon holds a black card, pleading for her to tell his fortune. A famous movie star clings desperately to her, crying for help. Even a renowned old artist brings his works to her, asking for feng shui advice. Zhong Nianyao didn't expect that just returning to her old profession would turn her into a master. She had always intended to keep a low profile! As she ponders this mystery, a man with a devilishly handsome face suddenly hugs her from behind, his deep voice filled with a seductive charm, 'My lady, when shall we start planning for a child?' Zhong Nianyao glances at the man and retorts with a single word— 'Scram—' (Sickly possessive lord VS Cunning heiress, pure love, those who like it, dive in!!)

Jincheng, a devil that gave everyone headaches, took a fancy to a girl—he held her so gently for fear of dropping her, and kept her in his mouth for fear she would melt. However, that girl was unappreciative. "I don't need love!" The man revealed a devilish smile. "You need me!" Since then, when she was hungry, he brought food; on rainy days, he provided an umbrella; if someone harassed her, he handed her a brick... every day, he sweetened her life with treats and pampered her a hundred times over. The girl, utterly annoyed, finally lost her temper, "Li Hannian, if you don't stop this, I will... marry you!"

The new novel "Rebirth Space: Charm of the '80s" has been released~ As the eldest daughter of the Yang Family's main branch, Yang Ruxin's pleasure was building the family fortune and supporting her younger siblings. But why was that blind and lame guy such a Relentless Spirit? When she cooked, he would come to light the fire; When she set up her stall, he would follow to hawk her goods... "I say, Mr. Gu, do you have to help with everything I do?" Yang Ruxin asked with a hint of annoyance. "Yes," Mr. Gu nodded earnestly. "Then right now I want to..." "Wife." Mr. Gu hurriedly stood up from his wheelchair, "as long as we don't part, I'll give you anything you want."

Once upon a time-travel leap, Mu Caiwei, the gold-medal bodyguard, turned into a poor peasant girl, Mu Caiwei, who starved to death. With nothing to their name, and an empty rice vat, facing a skinny, malnourished mother and a bunch of hungry younger siblings, Mu Caiwei rolled up her sleeves and shouted, "Sister's going to get rich!" Although she had followed a proud and aloof path in her past life, times were now different. At the small stall, Mu Caiwei donned an apron, zealously crying out, "Fried skewers, fried skewers, all kinds of fried skewers…” In the fabric store, Mu Caiwei expertly worked the abacus, "This Q version of damask should be sold for fifty taels of silver a piece…” …… Soon, the people of the Great Jin Nation knew that the richest person in the Great Jin was not only a stunning, young girl, but also a generous and philanthropic individual! Mu Caiwei couldn't dream that she received a miracle — a magical space, by simply carrying out a few random acts of charity! She also received an extremely “embarrassing” — predestined marriage! In a nutshell: The stunning transition from poverty-stricken peasant girl to Empress! I'm not good with summaries, so please move on to the main text. Please also check out my finished piece http://www.xxsy.net/info/611268.html

Huel lived in a world of cheesy romance novels and quiet reality. Deaf since childhood, he wore headphones not for music, but to avoid conversations he couldn’t hear. He carried a black umbrella everywhere—rain or shine—and spent every afternoon on the same park bench by the lake, watching people’s unspoken stories: a smile here, a tear there, hands clasped tight. One day, as Huel scribbled ideas for his latest story (*The Pirate’s Secret Pickle*), a loud, melodic laugh cut through his silence. He looked up. A snowy-white bird sat on a branch above him, chirping what sounded like… *giggles*. Before Huel could react, the bird hopped down—and transformed into a man. A *very* handsome man, with silver hair and a grin that sparkled. “Got you!” the man said, snatching Huel’s umbrella. His voice was clear, like bells. “I’ve been watching you ignore the world. Why?” Huel froze. He’d never heard a voice so vividly before. “H-How…?” The man tapped Huel’s headphones. “Magic. And I’m bored. You’re interesting.” He leaned closer, trapping Huel against the bench. “Let’s make a deal. I’ll give you the *best* romance plot of your life… if you let me be your boyfriend.” Huel’s face turned red. “Why?!” The man winked. “Because you’re the first human who noticed my laugh.” He tossed the umbrella into the air, and it turned into a flock of butterflies. “So? Deal?” ---

Tang Chun Xi has been reborn into a world where the strong rule and the weak perish. Once the last survivor of a doomed universe, she wields a unique physique forged in the flames of desolation and a lunar umbrella that holds secrets of untold power. In her search for answers, she will face deadly enemies, cultivate strength to protect those she loves, and battle the fears that threaten to consume her. Amidst conspiracies and unexpected passions, Tang Chun Xi will tread an uncertain path toward legend—or destruction.

Vol.1: Falling Into The Rain: The First Spark: The first volume introduces Gemini and Fourth as they navigate their deepening connection, with the backdrop of their busy, vibrant lives. Despite their apparent differences in personality, a magnetic attraction draws them together, leading to playful exchanges, flirtation, and building intimacy. In this volume, they begin to acknowledge their emotional chemistry, but neither is ready to admit the true depth of their feelings. As they spend time together, under the shared umbrella of fate, their sensuality and desires slowly awaken. The chapters explore moments of vulnerability, teasing, and connection-leading to tender moments of closeness, making their bond undeniable. *. *. *. *. *. *. *. * Vol.2: Beneath The Storm: A Dance Of Desire In the second volume, Gemini and Fourth are no longer strangers to the undeniable tension between them. Their emotions begin to surface in more profound and intimate ways. The narrative delves deeper into their emotional vulnerabilities and personal growth. They face moments of temptation and self-reflection, with their attraction growing into something more meaningful. This volume highlights their journey from playful flirtation to the realization of their desires and how they begin to explore the emotional and physical aspects of their connection. They begin to share more personal moments, learning to trust each other with their insecurities and dreams. The storm of passion and longing is undeniable, but it is also tempered with moments of doubt and reflection as they seek a deeper emotional connection. ————————————————————————— Genre: LGBTQ+ Romance, Romantic Drama and Contemporary Themes

In a Country filled with Delinquents, Gangs and Clans that go back hundreds of years. Young Handa Hinto is thrown into a world of violence and hardships. All the while trying to find the person that took away the most precious person in his life.

In a world where two sister kingdoms, Azuria and Damatri, once thrived in harmony, a dark curse has fallen upon Damatri. While its land crumbles into ruin, Azuria remains a beacon of hope, though the fear that the darkness will spread grows over time. The "Bearer of Light" is a chosen individual destined to embark on a perilous journey to Damatri to return the Star of Ursa to its rightful place, with the hope of restoring peace and prosperity. However, many have failed, and the star seems more like a burden than a blessing. Unicrus of Azuria, a young noble marked by his past, sets out on this journey carrying the star. As he moves forward, he will discover that the road to Damatri is darker and more dangerous than he ever imagined, and the future of both kingdoms might depend on the choices he makes.

She was never supposed to love him, he was the one person she despised, but for how long could she deny the flutter and Sparks he made her feel. ******* She is an assassin, the princess of the witches, sent to marry the Vampire King with one purpose—to kill him and secure her clan’s victory in a war that has raged for centuries. He is Rhydian, the brooding king burdened by his father’s bloody legacy, forced into the alliance to protect his people from the looming Dragon Empire. Rhydian distrusts the witches, while Seraphina resents the vampires, but neither is prepared for what fate has in stall. As they face palace intrigues, ancient prophecies, and brewing rebellion, their indifference begins to shift into something neither expected—love, an emotion they both try to deny, but is impossible to ignore. I won't call this an enemies to lovers because she is the only one who hates him, also...this will contain R18 scenes, I'll always highlight that on every chapter so you can skip if you want. A/N: I hope you all will stick with me till the end, feel free to check out my other book, I'm in love with a grim reaper, you might like it, I hope you do.

As Adam walks with his umbrella in the city at night, he spots his friend, Scarlett, from afar, as she tiredly, melancholically, looks at the ground while crossing busy street. Scarlett is a mute, cool beauty, and although she isn’t physically disabled, because of something that happened to her in the past that even she doesn’t know, her brain doesn’t allow her to speak anymore. Adam approaches her out of concern, “Hey… Is everything alright?”, he then notices the fact that her attire isn’t only that of a suit and vest, but she’s also carrying a sword on her back. Why does she look so sad, and what sort of job does she do that requires her to wear a suit and carry a sword like a badass? No matter the answers that come from asking such questions, Adam knows only one thing for certain: Although he may not be the main character of this world, at the very least, he would like to provide the normal, peaceful moments that she may be needing in her life. … At least, that’s what he had hoped. [Note: The cover image at the moment is the same image I used as inspiration to write this story. Credits for it go to Guweiz: https://www.instagram.com/guweiz/ ]

Umbrellas is a sci-fi fantasy novel set in a futuristic floating city in space, where an elite organization—also called Umbrellas—defends the universe from nightmarish alien creatures known as Annihiliths. Clark Smith, an ordinary man from Earth, suddenly finds himself in the body of Donovan Volgard, a reserved and mysterious Mage-type Visitor—one of Umbrellas’ elite operatives. With no idea how or why he ended up here, Donovan must think fast to avoid suspicion. He soon realizes that while he has access to the original Donovan’s memories, his personality remains his own. Forced to play along in this unfamiliar world, he takes his first steps into a life filled with magic, mystery, and interstellar danger—while secretly searching for a way back home.

"Jill!" Sheri whispered. Jill continues to give Sheri grief. Though, in all honesty Jill didn't care, nor did she have room to judge. Jill has done what Sheri is about to do once or twice. Maybe even three times by the time she's done with Anthony. Who knows what his status is? Don't care... But Jill could shamelessly say this, she's never blatantly seen a man's wife and still brazenly flirt with their husband. Sheri was on a whole new level of savagery, and Jill wasn't letting her best friend off the hook so easily. Jill thought to herself, the next time Sheri tries to act all innocent and poise to judge me, imma rub the dirt all up in her face. She continues to push Sheri’s buttons till she gets up to leave and go to the bathroom. Jill was getting ready to tell her to use the gel when unexpectedly, Sheri collides into the Governor. They were a whole tangled mess, Jill practically had to pull them apart before his wife came. The Governor was grateful for her intervention because even he realized he wasn't focused. Upon meeting the governor's wife, Jill was 100% sure, she did not like her. This self-important, condescending chick, made Jill simply want to backhand her. Her whole attitude was trash. She looked down at Sheri and Jill the whole time with fake greetings of kindness. But Jill matched her energy. Like b*tch, your not about to run over me. But Sheri... Practically became her yes girl. And Jill had to fall in line because it wasn't her fight. *** After the awful encounter with Monica, the Governor's wife, Jill got to work on making sure Sheri had a more prominent presence. The girls went to the bathroom, and Jill opened every stall to make sure no one was around. "What was that?!" Jill yelled. "I know right?! Absolute b*tch!" Sheri added. Jill wanted to smack Sheri. "No! You!" Sheri was confused. "You're not focused! When she came up to us all stank, you had no fight in you. You acted like a docile little girl. She said jump and you went 'how high?' Even I had to fall in line." Jill was so infuriated. "Oh...". Sheri said in recollection. "Listen that right there was a freebie. Monica is not about to think that's how things are gonna be moving forward." Jill declares. Sheri was silent but signaled she understood Jill continued as she paced the spacious restroom. "She's the one that had things she wanted to discuss with you, not the other way around. You should of let Monica know what day YOU were available instead of going along with what she choose!" "I know I just got nervous..." Sheri put her hand to her forehead. "Well that needs to be out of your system now that we have a vague idea of what she's about. When we go to the Governor's house, don't act all impressed, as if you've never been in a place like that before, and whatever she asks of you, tell her you need time to deliberate. She's not getting her answer right away." Jill looked at Sheri sternly. "You're right! I'm sorry!... I guess I felt bad about my behavior with her husband that I kind of submitted to her." Sheri admitted. "So are you gonna feel bad about the Governor's behavior too?!" Jill snapped "Takes two to tangle, And y'all was entangled!" "Jill... I don't know if I can be the type of woman that can mess with a married man..." Sheri lowered her head. Well what is she trynna say about me! Jill thought. *** Hey everyone, thank you for your interest in my book, this is my first time writing a story. Hope you enjoyed this excerpt. This is my original work and the setting is urban American. My characters are of African American, Caribbean, and Hispanic descent, so this book may have a different flavor from the more traditional stories on here, so feel free to comment if there are any slang terms or phrases you don't understand.

War stole everything from Xu Mingyan—his home, his parents, and his innocence. As a child, he watched his gentle father turn into a warrior before being struck down, his mother’s last act slipping a mysterious necklace into his hands. Captured by soldiers, fate intervened when a band of assassins ambushed the convoy, setting him free—only to bind him to a life in the shadows. Raised by a secretive assassin guild that served no king or nation, Mingyan became a blade in the dark, his sword cutting down men without question. But when he wished to leave that life behind, the punishment was cruel—the Six Eyes Stones, cursed gems embedded into his body, trapping him in eternal coldness unless he returned to the guild. For two years, he lived in solitude. Until the day he saved a five-year-old priestess, unknowingly reigniting the flames of war. She was the last heir of the Eyes of the Sky, a sect his mother once led. Now, every faction in the land seeks her death—and his. Among the assassins sent after him is Zhao Lianyu, his childhood friend, the one he thought he lost. Lianyu, with his graceful steps, a deadly umbrella, and an iron fan that sings like the wind, should have been his executioner. Instead, he becomes his protector. But why? As secrets unravel and kingdoms clash, Mingyan must choose: Will he become the blade of vengeance once more? Or will he carve out a future beyond bloodshed, even if it means facing the only family he's ever known? In the world of shadows, can a man who has lost everything still find love?

After suffering through mystery and disaster, two teens want more from the world. Joseph craves adventure and Tyler, with his portal opening umbrella can show him just how amazing and terrifying the world really is. Following the disappearance of his best friend Joseph stumbles upon a look alike with a similar name. Keeping this copycat with an incompatible personality by his side the two work to find the truth. Spending everyday so close together, they struggle to keep eachother at arms lengths to protect their own secrets. An adventurous boy who lost it all, an otherworldly version of his friend with unexplainable abilities, and one random undying dog. With each trip being their last a lifetime of adventure awaits.

【Premium School Beauty Story + Dog Food Story + Refreshingly Unconventional】 Introduction: To complete a ten-minute system check-in task, Gu Yu boldly entered the Student Affairs Office and awkwardly confessed his love to the school beauty to stall for time... The next day, after scoring numerous rebounds, Gu Yu took shelter from the rain on the basketball court when the school beauty actually came to pick him up personally! When faced with everyone's questions, the aloof school beauty just smiled slightly: I'm here to pick up my boyfriend! Everyone exploded on the spot: Sss—The new Skateboard King is actually together with the school beauty! Many, many years later, Gu Yu, looking at the adorable and clingy twins in his arms, reflected: I remember the script I had imagined wasn't like this...

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. "

Leonardo’s POV: I grazed her cheek as I slid fingers over her lips “I'm not a Jealous man, Maria…. I have never envied someone for what they have but yet….” I leaned closer to her sleeping body, my voice barely a whisper. “I'm jealous at every person you smile at and I want you all to myself. ”Alexander POV: Rain drenched me as I tilted the umbrella over her. "Maria," I said, my voice steady. "Whatever you want, it's yours. Wherever you go, I'll follow. If you ask me to kill, I'll do it." I leaned closer, my eyes locked on hers. "Just tell me... what do you want?” Maria POV I stared at Leo, watching him walk into the hall with a french lady by his side. This was a mission and besides he's my father's killer.So why do I feel like this whenever I see him? ****** Maria Everlight's life crumbles when her father’s death thrusts her into a forced marriage with the cold and ruthless Leonardo Von Grimm. What begins as a strategic alliance spirals into a web of deception, deadly secrets, and burning desires. Leonardo hides his emotions behind a mask of control, but Maria's resilience begins to melt his icy exterior. However, Alexander, his twin, harbors a dangerous obsession for Maria, one that could destroy them all. As Maria delves deeper into the truth of her father's murder and her family's legacy, she uncovers the sinister world of assassins, betrayal, and her own mother’s shocking secrets. When loyalties shatter and blood is spilled, Maria must decide where her heart and vengeance lie.In a world where love is a weapon and trust is a luxury, can Maria emerge unscathed, or will the darkness claim her soul?

Ha-eun never thought an ordinary rainy day could change everything. When she stumbles upon a forgotten umbrella at the school entrance, something about it feels eerily familiar—like an echo from a past she can’t quite grasp. But before she can make sense of it, Jiwon, her confident and well-to-do best friend, brushes it off, urging her to hurry home. As the rainy season lingers, strange coincidences begin to unfold. A mysterious figure seems to watch her from afar, old memories surface in pieces, and whispers of a hidden truth surround her. What secrets does the umbrella hold? And why does it feel like someone—or something—is trying to send her a message? In a world where fate and reality intertwine, Ha-eun must uncover the truth before time runs out. But some echoes from the past are meant to remain unheard… or are they?

Song Cheng Xian is a famous Korean artist. He was born in South Korea to mainland parents and is one of the top five entrepreneurs in South Korea. In college, he was studying at the University of Singapore and met his girlfriend of six years, Mi Xueer. He loves her very much. In the third year, Chengxian took Xueer to Busan and proposed to her, but she rejected him. Afterwards, due to work and separation, Xueer proposed to break up. However, Chengxian never forgot her. They have not forgotten each other. In order to find out about Chengxian, Xueer went to work in Busan. She works at her father's seafood stall. Cheng Xian was filming there and met her again. However, An Zaikang, the vice president of Busan's largest group, also likes her. Because Jae Kang wanted to have Xueer, he kidnapped Chengxian and forced Xueer to marry him. A year later, Xueer and Zai Kang got married. On the wedding day, Chengxian rescue Xueer and injured Zai Kang. Chengxian was acquitted and convicted in Shanghai prison for 5 years. Xueer lost all her memories after the mishap and went to Shanghai to work at her mother company, Li enterprise, one of the top 5 biggest companies in Shanghai. Chengxian spend peacefully in Shanghai qingpu prison for the past four years till the second last day of his sentence, he was beaten up badly and was acid-scarred by Thomas bodyguards in the Prison. His lower right leg was scarred badly and his right face near his eye was scarred and cut deeply. The bodyguard also forced acid down Chengxian throat. Chengxian was in coma for close to half a year. He lost his right leg, his right face disfigured and he almost lost his voice and he was poisoned for few years damaging his stomach and liver. Within this five years, Thomas chased Xueer, but he did not realised that she have regain all her memories on the third year when Chengxian is still in prison. She try to be close to him to get evidences against Thomas Jiang. After Chengxian regain his consciousness, he became very depressed and frequently have side effects of the poison, occasionally have headaches and vomiting blood. He secretly follow Xueer to see her. His parents tried their best to find a famous tcm doctor at Huang Shan.

Fifteen-year-old Shenlong was once hailed as a cultivation prodigy, destined for greatness. However, at age ten, his rapid rise came to an abrupt halt, his cultivation inexplicably stagnating. Once admired, Shenlong was soon labeled as “trash” and shunned by his clan, his engagement broken off in disgrace. Refusing to accept his fate, Shenlong trained in solitude, pushing his limits. During a deadly encounter with a Storm Wolf, his blood spilled onto his Qin pendant, triggering a miraculous event. The pendant, which had been absorbing his energy since his cultivation stalled, unleashed an ancient legacy, granting Shenlong powerful cultivation techniques and alchemy skills. Amidst his transformation, a shocking truth emerged—Shenlong was not his parents’ biological son. With new abilities and burning questions about his origins, Shenlong embarks on a journey to reclaim his honor, prove his worth, and uncover the mysteries surrounding his past and the enigmatic Qin pendant.

Tags – Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller, Mystical, Magic, Gods, Goddesses, Divinity, Dimensions, Extra Dimensions, ???, ???, etc. ---------------------------------------- Walking out of my apartment, I head down on an elevator, look at the watch, 8:43, damnit, just shy of my best time. Let’s hope that traffic is not bad today. Oh, who am I kidding, traffic is going to be horrible today with this weather. ‘I was right’, I think as I look at the massive backlog of cars on the streets and take out my umbrella before quickly trying to walk to my car without getting wet. Unfortunately, just before getting to my car, I hear a *BOOOM!*, and instinctively looking up, just in time to see a massive lightning bolt heading straight towards me, before everything goes black. I died. . . . Or I should’ve been dead, instead, here I am, in a place full of darkness and my thoughts. I don’t know how long I have been here, in this dark place, this void, but just as I think that I will start going crazy, I feel a faint warmth, and see light. With the light comes a strong pull before I can suddenly see normally again. But something feels different, now I feel strong, and supremely more aware of my surroundings. When I look around, I see a group of strangely dressed men and women, with Roman and Greek styles to their clothing. They all carry this strange feeling of strength and might, and a strange sense of superiority, then to what I’m used to. ---------------------------------------- Release Schedule: Unknown DISCLAIMER – This is a work of fiction. Not meant to offend or incite, but to entertain and (maybe) inspire. Unless otherwise indicated, all the names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents in this book are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. DISCLAIMER - Art by CK Göksoy This work is part of a greater collection of stories under the existence of the Aspverse. (Maybe) Early Chapters at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OriginEntertainment Join Our Community at Discord: https://discord.gg/N7Y3Rstew2

Regret, Reason OR Destiny. Hipocracy. Or Fate? Till the end of his life, he couldn't figure out why was he chosen - no, forced to do the bidding. He wasn't allowed to have his own thoughts, dreams or aspirations. Forced to be a puppet since he could remember. This ended on an eventful day - When they forced him to stay behind and slay invaders, stall time for them to escape. He did. He was more than willing to do so. Atleast he would be free from these chains. He felt happy while dying. He was finally free. Or so he thought.

“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...

She had a secret protector. The mysterious boy in black, a boy who saved her life. Who was he? Why did he do that? All answers are hiding behind the red umbrella.....

Hazel Wood is a skilled con artist who loves playing mind games with rich elite people, coming from a poor and abusive home, Hazel swore she would do anything to survive under a system that feeds nothing to people like her. Hazel has gone to a casino, a new place to start an operation. There she meets Matteo Castello, an Italian Mafia don and the king of his underground, on coming across him Hazel tries to pull off her charm by manipulating him into gambling with her, unknown to Matteo, Hazel had duped him. Matteo Castello gets whatever he wants; he's worshipped and highly respected by people who work for him. Dangerous, loves to torture people who play him, there's only one thing Matteo Castello doesn't take dearly and that is if anyone fools with him and his money. Hazel Woods has fallen victim to his cobweb and fate has alot in stall for her. Matteo Castello wants to make her pay for everything she stole from him but what happens with these two when things do not go as planned?