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(WARNING; R18+/ Matured Content) In the dazzling world of haute couture, Alessandra Ricci reigns supreme. A supermodel adored by millions, she commands runways and magazine covers with effortless grace. But behind the glamor lies a woman trapped in gilded chains, bound by duty to marry Luca Corsini, her family’s golden son and a billionaire untouched by their mafia ties. Matteo Corsini, the dark horse of the Corsini family, thrives in the shadows of the underworld. Ruthless and unapologetically dangerous, he’s carved his own empire within the mafia, far removed from Luca’s pristine world. Yet when Alessandra enters his life, she disrupts the order Matteo clings to. Her fiery independence and unapologetic spirit ignite a forbidden passion he cannot deny. For Alessandra, Matteo is everything she shouldn’t want—a man steeped in darkness and danger, the opposite of her safe, predictable fiancé. But the intensity of his gaze and the unspoken understanding between them pull her into a world she’s tried to avoid. As tensions rise, Viktor Castellano, Matteo’s closest ally and confidant, becomes both a voice of reason and a mirror to Matteo’s struggles. Their bond, forged in the fires of loyalty and shared battles, is tested as Matteo’s obsession with Alessandra threatens to blur the lines between family loyalty and personal desire. In a world where alliances are fragile and betrayal is deadly, Matteo must choose between his devotion to Alessandra and his loyalty to the Corsini name. Will their love be worth the price of war, or will it destroy them all? Captured by Shadows is a seductive tale of ambition, betrayal, and a love too fierce to resist, set against the backdrop of high fashion and mafia intrigue.

"The birth and the continued existence of our universe require extraordinarily precise values of the forces of nature. A little too strong and the universe collapses in on itself and a little too weak, it expands so fast that the creation of stars, planets, and other celestial bodies would not have been possible. Does this hint toward the universe having a sentient creator? Who knows. Regardless of the existence of a creator, there is one question that will probably remain unanswered for eternity and beyond. What created the creator or the universe in case there was no creator?" The world faced an unprecedented crisis. Nearly 25% of the world's population had been reduced to ashes in a single day, the "Dawn of Apocalypse". What followed was destruction on an even larger scale caused by even more bizarre and unexplainable phenomena. The world changed at a pace thought to be unaccomplishable by mankind, but as always there was a class of people for whom the world remained the same more or less. Markus was one such person. Being separated from his family at birth and living on the streets since the tender age of 6 years old, every day was usually a fight for survival. A life where the possibility of sleeping with a full stomach every day seemed bleak, Markus did not have any hopes or dreams, his only reason for living was that death had not yet come to him. One fine day, his life turned upside down and it all changed with a single message: [Welcome, To the Jungle]... ============================================ Release Schedule: At least 6 chapters a week, each chapter 1500 to 2500 words (Usually leaning on the 1500 words side). ============================================ To Readers: In case you have queries, post them in the comment section (of any chapter paragraph or the novel's page itself). I will answer most of them there and the most frequently asked or highly relevant questions will be answered here in the novel's abstract.

[WARNING: THIS IS A DARK ROMANCE SO IT HAS MATURE CONTENT] ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ Sophia thought she had escaped her reckless past. Leaving behind wild nights and meaningless hookups, she was finally focused on her studies, determined to build a future for herself. But no matter how much she tried to move forward, she couldn’t shake the unsettling feeling that someone was always watching. Matteo had been watching Sophia for months. The heir to a powerful mafia empire, he was used to taking what he wanted, and what he wanted was her. She had been a fleeting temptation, a girl who once lived freely, but she had no idea that her past had tied her to him in ways she couldn’t even begin to understand. When strange things start happening—her door left unlocked, gifts in her room that were never there, shadows lurking where there shouldn’t be—Sophia’s fear grows. But when Matteo finally steps out of the shadows and into her life, the fear turns into something far more dangerous: fascination. He’s dark, possessive, and utterly obsessed. He claims she belongs to him. And worst of all? A part of her doesn’t want to run. As Sophia fights the undeniable pull between them, secrets begin to unravel. The more she learns about Matteo’s world, the more she realizes she might not be as innocent as she thought. And when the line between love and obsession blurs, she’s faced with a terrifying question—has she fallen for the monster in the dark, or was she always meant to be his? In a world of crime, power, and dangerous devotion, can love truly conquer all? Or will Sophia lose herself to the man who has been watching her from the very beginning?

At the meager age of 27, a young man lost his life in an unfortunate accident but by the mischievous tides of fate, he was a given a second chance at life in a world of swords and magic. With the goal to conquer the great labyrinths and explore the vast world, a legendary adventurer will be born in the lands of Merusia. This is the story of the man who was once named Matteo Alcantara, as he enjoys his new life in a world of fantasy and adventures as Grey Silverdrake. A sweet, sour, and slow slice of life with hints of adventure, romance, and cooking! A second life he's always dreamed of with novel and friendly encounters! The adventure of a lifetime! Disclaimer: This work is a reboot of my previous work titled "Gokaiku", so don't report it or something because of the similarities.

[WSA 2025 Entry] [Progression-Fantasy | Overpowered | Kingdom Building | Monster Girls | Literary RPG Mechanics] [ACHIEVEMENT UNPRECEDENTED] [You have successfully embraced the Origin: Celestial Archive] [You have earned the talent: Summon (Rank E)] [You have been gifted the ability to summon a single SSS-Rank creature] [You have unlocked a new talent: Talent Copy] [You have summoned Amara - Night Queen (SSS-Rank)] [You have awakened the talent: Blood Monarch (Rank SSS)] In the Kingdom of Eirland, Hunters battle vicious monsters that emerge from mirror dimensions known as Events. Markus White awakens a Common Tier Origin, 'Scout', at the age of 15, dreaming of making it big as a Hunter. But Hunters like him are a dime a dozen, their efforts insignificant in the grand scheme. One day, while clearing an Event Rapture with his team, an unexpected incident leads him to encounter a dragon. Now armed with the Supreme Tier Origin 'Celestial Archive', which allows him to summon powerful Monster Girls, how will Markus use his newfound abilities? And what impact will his existence have on the world? --- Before reading this novel, I sincerely implore you to read the note I left in the auxiliary. That will give you an understanding of what you're getting into. Acknowledgement: The cover belongs to Author.

Discord: https://discord.gg/2pp2DermTh A remake of another novel I created. Kazuki Takumi Amagiri was always a kid with a troubling life, abusive parents, poverty, being bullied at school you know the usual sob story that probably goes in a documentary for the early life of a serial killer or something. Throughout his life he's always wondered if maybe the reason world hates him was because he had the audacity to exist. But through a series of events he met his best friend and was introduced to a series of games where he found his spark of resilience to carry on in life in a character named Markus one of the main antagonists of the book. And ten years later he's a university student, dormmates with his best friend and is just about to finish getting his degrees. He'd also just finished playing the third installment in a his favorite video game franchise All was going well in life, things were looking up until in one cruel twist it was over, no fanfare, no "going out with a bang", Kazuki's life just fizzled out like a candle in the wind. Curiously though, Kazuki's story was not over as he found himself in the body of "Markus" at the start of his story. How will this strangely ironic twist of fate change the world at large? And more importantly how will it change our main character?

Markus Ryder is a 18 year with no memory but his name Summoned to a new world with nothing but his name and the clothes on his back

Diego Smith a junior in college moves into a dorm and meets Derek Scott a senior. A couple months later Diego and Derek show Markus Wilson a junior, to Alexander Sukprasert a senior, A couple weeks later a new kid by the name Harrison Hill a junior moves into a dorm but is forced to be a roommate with a gay guy named Johnathan 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

In a postapocalyptic England, a 17 years old boy named Markus and a half human half wolf girl need to find a new place to live after their city was completely destroyed by a hurricane.

Synopsis: Markus Zein Montemayor is every girl’s dream: tall, dark, and undeniably charming. As the campus heartthrob and an unapologetic womanizer, he’s used to getting whatever—and whoever—he wants. His reputation as a playboy is well-known, and life is nothing but a game of conquests for him. That is, until Klarisse de Guzman enters the picture. Klarisse is the complete opposite of Markus’ usual type. Independent, smart, and strong-willed, she’s not impressed by his good looks or smooth talk. In fact, Klarisse is determined to keep her distance from him, no matter how much Markus tries to win her over with his usual charms. Her rejection only makes Markus more intrigued, and for the first time, he finds himself questioning everything he thought he knew about love. As he grows more persistent in his pursuit of Klarisse, Markus begins to realize that she’s the one who might just change him. But Klarisse has her own reasons for pushing him away, and her resolve is stronger than his desire to win her heart. In a battle of persistence and resistance, will Markus be able to break through Klarisse’s walls and win her over? Or will he face the painful truth that not all hearts are meant to be won? Find out in My Popular Boyfriend, where love, pride, and vulnerability collide in the second book of the My Boyfriend Series.

Justin Keifer del Valle Montemayor, is the ultimate definition of lowkey gwapo. Sun-kissed skin, chiseled abs, sharp jawline, at mga matang tila laging may itinatagong kwento—hindi maitatanggi ang appeal niya. Pero kahit pa bagay siyang maging campus heartthrob, he's not interested. JK is introverted, nonchalant, at masaya na sa kanyang tahimik na mundo. Ang priority niya? Studies at sarili niya, wala nang iba. On the other hand, Maria Eunice Villareal Aragon, is his complete opposite. Maganda, bubbly, at sikat sa kanilang campus, Mae is the life of the party. Marami ang humahanga sa kanya, pero kahit gaano karami ang admirers niya, her heart is set on just one person—si Markus Zein, ang outgoing at charming bunsong kapatid ni JK. Determined to get closer to Markus, Mae comes up with a plan—gagamitin niya si JK bilang tulay. Simple lang dapat, kasi sino ba naman ang hindi mabibighani sa charm niya? Pero habang mas napapalapit siya kay JK, Mae starts to realize there's more to him than his tahimik at aloof na personality. Beneath his nonchalant demeanor is someone warm, sincere, at unexpectedly nakakakilig. Unti-unti, Mae finds herself questioning her own heart. Ngayon, Mae is torn. Will she follow her original plan or take a chance on the nonchalant boyfriend she never expected to fall for? Because sometimes, love finds you most unexpectedly—even in the arms of your nonchalant boyfriend.

Markus Bones was a young man who was reborn in a different world after he lost his life in a late night home invasion. His last minute wish to be a detective and bring the criminals to justice manifested into a system and in this new life, he thrived to become an Ace detective whose name can put fear into criminals. Want to read about his journey? Come and read this book with me.

Meet Indigo Fernandez, a 17-year-old girl,who faces the challenges of relocating from sunny Los Angeles to the bustling streets of New York City. As she settles in, she meets Matteo Fyorri, an intriguing 18-year-old boy who harbors a life-altering secret—he's a werewolf. As Indigo navigates her new life, she grapples with her feelings for Matteo, despite being in a committed relationship with her boyfriend, Leo Diaz back in L.A., whom she has been with for two years. The tension escalates when her cousin, Jason reveals a shocking truth: Indigo is Matteo's destined mate. Indigo discovers that Matteo is her Torn between her loyalty to Leo and the undeniable connection she feels with Matteo, Indigo must navigate the complexities of love, destiny, and the supernatural, all while discovering what it truly means to follow her heart in a world filled with secrets and challenges.

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?

••••••••••••••• PROLOGUE •••••••••••••••• LUCÍA MORENO(19) , A typical mafia princess and what attributes do all Mafia Princesses possess, Exactly what you’re thinking, Spoilt, Rude Brats who have everything they’ve ever wanted, born with a golden spoon tucked away in their hands, Having fortunes left in their names even before they ever saw the light of life Lucia Moreno is the daughter of Matteo Moreno, an worldwide known business man but it’s not all that meets the eye of men that is true, Underneath this, he was the most dangerous Italian Mafia drug lord with the heart of the devil, Forgiveness….. What a joke, Love…..Fell once but died during child birth who was also known as Macbeth Moreno, Lucia’s Mother Ever since the death of Macbeth, Matteo has been so overprotective of Lucia but in his case I won’t call it over protection because he was haunted by most Mafia lords out there who won’t stop at anything to bring him down to dust, watch him burn before their eyes, have him beg on his knees, bloody and naked Lucia had so many bodyguards in the past but somewhere and somehow she manages to get them fired, no one knows how she does it or why she does it until he was assigned to her SEBASTIAN IGNACIO REYES(25), also known as Ombrà meaning Shadow, a mobster in the clan, he was the male version of Lucia, not spoilt but insanely rude and worse…..heartless, he acts like a bot trained to only follow his masters command and if there’s anything or anyone he hates in this world….it was Lucia, why? She was spoilt and always treated people like slum, she hated the sight of poor people and won’t hesitate to step on them, any chance she gets unlike Lucia who only knows him as Matteo’s right hand man, Sebastian being an orphan from the slum himself hated her with ever single living cell in his body Matteo’s Trust for Sebastian Skills and wisdom had him assigning him to be Lucia’s bodyguard, Lucia made it her mission to get Sebastian fired from being her body guard What Happens between these 2 adults? What happens when Enemies attack and Sebastian and Emily goes into hiding? Just 2 adults in one hidden house We all know what happens next when 2 adults are left in one house, Even with the hate, they won’t be able to stop normal human desires, would they? JOIN ME!!!!!!!

Just as Ye Fan got dumped by a gold-digger, he received a call from the hospital. Little did he expect that, ten months ago on one fateful night, he and his crush Bai Susu did something unspeakable... From that moment on, he embarked on the path of a doting dad... Pampering his wife, spoiling his kids... Unlimited affection! "Hello, Mr. Ye Fan, your wife is about to give birth in the hospital, hurry over to sign the paperwork!" An urgent voice sounded from the phone. "What, what's going on, kid, and wife?" Ye Fan was utterly bewildered at that moment. ... Just got dumped, then his biggest crush came knocking on his door. From then on, he embarked on the journey of spoiling his wife, spoiling his kids, unlimitedly! They had a grand wedding, everyone in town joined in the love fest! As the saying went, good things should be shared together, not alonel! So, let's all enjoy the love fest together!

Matteo De Cannio's life took a drastic turn when his parents, Mr. and Mrs. De Cannio Militao, passed away in a tragic road accident. Left in the care of his wicked stepmother, Lily De Cannio, Matteo's life became a living hell. His stepmother, a notorious drug dealer, mistreated and bullied him relentlessly. Despite the hardships, Matteo's fortunes changed when the Italian Government offered him a scholarship to study at a prestigious university. However, his stepmother refused to let him accept the offer. Forced to sell his stepmother's illicit drugs on the streets, Matteo's life took a devastating turn when he was killed by the police. But fate had other plans for him. Matteo awakened in a London hospital with a mysterious System that promised him unimaginable wealth and power to exact revenge on those who wronged him. His stepmother, who had killed him, was at the top of his list. With his newfound wealth and fame, Matteo became a force to be reckoned with, establishing big companies around the world. But as he plotted his revenge, he couldn't shake off the feeling that his stepmother's wickedness would not be easily defeated. As Matteo navigated his new life, he wondered: Would he survive his stepmother's evil schemes, even with his newfound power? What would happen when Mrs. Lily De Cannio discovered that Matteo was alive? The battle for revenge had just begun.

Main Characters: Asher Ross: Age: 26 Personality: Carefree, thrill-seeker, lives in the moment. Loves violence and chaos but secretly craves respect over fear. Backstory: The Beta of shadow creek pack, Asher is Ethan’s younger brother. Detached and ruthless, he was content with his dark nature until Kiara made him question his purpose and emotions. Desires: To live life on his own terms, win Kiara’s heart, and earn respect in the pack without bloodshed. Kiara Grant: Age: 32 Personality: Empathetic and intelligent, yet torn between duty and desire. Quiet but never timid, she struggles to reconcile her feelings with her moral compass. Backstory: Daughter to the powerful Elder of shadow creek pack. Mated to Ethan. She loves Ethan, but when he disappears, she develops feelings for Asher who turns her life upside down. Conflict: Torn between loyalty to Ethan and passion for Asher. Ethan Ross: Age: 34 Personality: Controlled, methodical, and perfectionist. Prefers brains over brawn and commands loyalty with his sharp intellect. Backstory: Alpha of shadow creek pack, Ethan is deeply respected by his pack. Emotionally distant until meeting Kiara, she becomes his first love and mate. His sudden disappearance leaves chaos in his wake. Desires: To maintain his iron grip on the pack, protect Kiara, and uncover the truth about his betrayal. Matteo De Luca: Age: 38 Personality: Charismatic, manipulative, and calculating. A master strategist who values control above all else. Can be charming but has no qualms about exploiting others for his gain. Backstory: Alpha of Fang pack, Matteo is a rival to the shadow pack. He harbored a grudge against Ethan for his father’s death. Desires: To destroy the shadow creek pack and get revenge for his father’s death. Supporting characters Mark and April grant-Alpha and Luna of Blackthrone pack. Mae blooms-kiara best friend Dave Winfield - Asher best friend. Nan Mia - Asher and Ethan caretaker since their parents death. Expanded Plot Outline: Inciting Incident: Kiara receives a call from Asher on the eve of her wedding to Ethan. telling her that Ethan had gone missing. Her parents calls off the wedding as a result. Three years later, Ethan still isn’t found. Asher and Kiara had gotten close, and there’s sizzling chemistry between them. And one night. The desires won and they had sex. Rising Action: Event one Ethan’s Return: Ethan unexpectedly returns, A week after Kiara and Asher had sex. Ethan reveals he was kidnapped and nearly killed. A stranger saved his life. But He had been in a coma, unable to contact anyone. Event two Things are not the way Ethan left it. Asher is now the Alpha. Ethan asked his brother to step down for him. But Asher refuses. The pack elders decided to carry out a vote and Ethan wins. Asher is angry. And His anger intensifies when his brother announced Kiara and his wedding. Matteo gets close to Asher and takes advantage of his anger, he suggests to Asher to use dark magic to take the throne and have kaira. Event Three The Ultimatum: Kiara struggles with her feelings for both brothers. She tries to keep her distance from Asher. But the chemistry couldn’t be denied. And Ethan keeps asking that they get married. Ethan notices sexual tension between Kiara and Asher and starts investigating. He subtly interrogates his men and uncovers whispers of Asher’s feelings to Kiara. Event four The Discovery: Kiara learns there may be more to Ethan’s kidnap than he let on. She discovered documents of a secret meeting Ethan two weeks before his disappearance, raising questions about Ethan's involvement in his own kidnapping. She confronts him, and Ethan becomes defensive and accuses her of infidelity. She denies the accusations and Ethan believes her and apologizes which led to a night of sex. Event five Asher’s Deal: Asher finds out that Kiara had sex with Ethan. He is Angered and accepts Matteo plans. However Matteo had a ulterior motive to make

In the mystical realm of Nightshade Vale, Amelia, a frail omega with a tortured past, serves under the tyrannical Marku.Marku took Amelia in after she became a rogue due to an attack on the royal pack leaving her as the only survivor.Since the attack,14 years ago, Amelia's wolf has been dormant hence her inability to shift of heal.This “weakness” push Marku to reject Amelia upon finding out they are mates.He could not fathom being mates with a weak omega who couldn't shift or heal.Her life changes dramatically when she meets Lucian, the Regional Alpha, who becomes her second chance mate as foretold by the moon Goddess.Upon seeing Lucian, “MATE!” the voice in Amelia’s head that has been quiet for 14 years speaks. Why has her wolf remained dormant until now, coinciding with her bond to Lucian? Will Lucian reject her like Marku did? Now that her wolf is awake, what's Amelia's fate? Will Marku let Amelia go without question?

In the shimmering heat of an ancient desert, Dr. Eliana Sabri’s archaeological team unearths a temple unlike any recorded in history. Its stones bear markings that defy time and language, its foundations whispering secrets older than civilization itself. Soon, Dr. Markus Jovanic’s careful excavations and Dr. Sima Atiri’s cryptic analyses begin to unveil patterns that challenge everything known about human origins—and raise unsettling questions about who, or what, once guided our ancestors. Across the ocean, Dr. Mirianne Calwyn combs through forbidden manuscripts in a quiet European archive, parsing obscure languages that shouldn’t exist and drawing unexpected connections to distant stars. Religious leaders, scholars, and statesmen—Sister Anella among them—find their cherished truths shaken as encoded messages surface in scriptures and legends, hinting at a presence both familiar and unimaginable. Rumors spread among secretive circles; something grand and unknowable lingers just beyond the veil of recorded history. As President Daniel Porten and General Alvaris attempt to maintain global stability, unlikely alliances form. Dr. Elina Viran, Dr. Fabrice Leclair, and Tariq Abran race to interpret signals that seem to flow from myth into science with unnerving precision. A quiet tension grips the world—its faith, identity, and future all poised on a knife’s edge. What emerges from the past will test loyalties, convictions, and the very measure of human character. In dust-choked corridors, under watchful skies, a new chapter of our story is waiting to be told. The mysteries revealed will not simply rewrite what we know—they may redefine who we are allowed to become.

(Warning this story contains a bisexual main character and big booty femboy bitches getting their bussys demolished. read at your own risk) Markus Law was your average dude, living his life the best that he could. One day, a Rob approached Markus and asked for his help. Because of a mistake, the Rob lost most of its powers and tasked Markus with traveling the vast multiverse to retrieve it. Now armed with fantastical powers of his own, he begins his journey through the infinite worlds. Meeting both friends and foes alike, never realizing the dangers that lie and wait. First world: Tjw Walking Dead Second world: ???

markus travels from his world to take down a human in his mission

Amelia has slaved her whole life, working multiple jobs to help support her poor husband Caleb― only to discover he is a millionaire! When confronted, Caleb feels no guilt. He divorces her immediately to pursue his true love, leaving her with nothing to her name. “Kelsie is the woman that I love, the woman who truly deserves to be by my side,” Caleb said. “Now, sign the papers and I can end this farce of a marriage.” But thankfully, fate has yet to close all its doors on her. The messy breakup has led Amelia to meet the elusive Matteo Montgomery, the mysterious owner of X’el International Inc., and even though Amelia could have sworn that this is the first time they have ever met, Matteo seemed to hold more interest in her than ordinary. With her divorce finalized, Matteo’s courtship quickly grows more extravagant. He offers her everything, from a job as his secretary, a new penthouse apartment, and a permanent home in his heart. But just as Amelia’s heart begins to open up to Matteo’s sincerity, Caleb comes crawling back, determined to ruin her life. *** 【Excerpt】 “Oh?” Matteo asked, and Amelia caught a hint of amusement in his voice. “Then pray tell, what did we converse about?” Amelia swallowed. Good heavens, he was so close. She could barely even breathe, afraid that every movement she made would just amplify how loud her heartbeat was. It was racing like a bullet train at this point, and she felt it clog at her throat, refusing her a chance to speak. “I… I…I―” “I have no girlfriend, Amelia,” Matteo said. “And before you overthink, I do not have a wife in secret either.” His fingers didn’t let go of her wrist, and instead, it even tightened its grip. It wasn’t painful in the slightest, but it sent surges of electricity rushing through her body as though she had been struck by lightning in the most thrilling of ways. A coy smile curved his lips, and he leaned in just the slightest. His lips were now a hair’s breadth away from hers, and Amelia instinctively held her breath. “Unless, perhaps you would like to volunteer?”

Ava Morales and Julian Carlton were strangers until they were forced to marry, bound together by a shared secret and a child they never planned. Julian, a cold and ruthless billionaire, sees Ava as a manipulator who only wants his wealth. Ava, a strong and independent woman, is trapped in a loveless marriage with a man who despises her. As they navigate their complicated relationship, they must confront the secrets and lies that bind them together. But the more they're forced to interact, the more they realize that their initial impressions may have been wrong. Julian's gaze lingers on Ava, and he's surprised to find himself drawn to her strength and determination. Ava, in turn, sees glimpses of a kind and vulnerable man beneath Julian's tough exterior. Their three-year-old son, Matteo, is the light of their lives, and his innocent love and affection for both parents begins to break down the walls between them. As they work together to co-parent and uncover the truth about their past, Ava and Julian must confront the thin line between love and hate. Can they find a way to overcome their animosity and build a future together, or will their secrets and lies tear them apart forever?

Elena, a young artisan, finds a piece of a mysterious gem said to hold immense power. As powerful people, including the dangerous Matteo, want its power, Elena must choose between her loyalty to her childhood friend Tomaso and her growing feelings for Matteo. Entangled in a mix of love, power, and destiny, Elena faces one question: can she control fate, or will it control her?

Markus Flair lives in a world shrouded with mystery having a very small percent of it being explored by humans. What has been explored coincidentally was done by his own Father the legendary adventurer titled ‘Pathfinder’ Ethan Flair, who explored until he was forced to stop by the place known as The White Wall. Ethan despite his achievements was scum and an awful Father but an even worse husband, when his wife and Markus’ mother Catherine fell ill Ethan disappeared to adventure once more leaving Markus and his sick mother to fend for themselves. After the death of his big hearted and kind Mother, fueled by hatred for his Father he set himself two goals being to venture past The White Wall and to have his Father fall by his own hands. He sets out on his journey across the incredibly dangerous landscapes, picking up precious companions and comrades along the way.

Years after the Great Fall, the earth changed to ruins and new horizons. A middle high school student, Markus Lockwood, a certified computer geek, and gamer, was taken from school and given a huge task to defeat a certain virus that eats the whole internet world and causes damage in the real world. As he ventures to defeat the virus, he encountered difficulties that brought him and his friends an adventure that placed their lives at stake. To take down their enemy, he was forced to go beyond his limits and use the program he crafted, The Phantom Algorithm that later became a high-end Artificial Intelligence, to hack and defeat the harbinger of disaster, or so he thought. The Incident brought him to a choice and eventually fused with his AI and his everyday life has turned into something chaotic. As time passed by, his AI had become a threat, and his name became a Criminal that killed people. His life has changed and all eyes scorn at him that forced him to change. Markus went on deeps that no one knows. Now he returns as someone they wouldn't expect him to be. Fighting with the rest of the world, will he find justice for himself and clear his name and save the world that once turned its back at him?

Buildings and skyscrapers turned into rubbles, bridges fell in the rivers and seas. The great architectures of ancient and modern civilizations that lasted centuries were nowhere to be found. On the streets laid corpses of people, zombies, and animal-like creatures that stood 100s of feet tall. Animals we humans used to domesticate and keep as pets looked more ferocious than any creature that had ever walked this land. This was the reality after the day that changed the world forever. Follow Markus Miller as he sets out to find the truth about his parents' death, and the mysteries clotted alongside it. ------ [Disclaimer!] This is a work of fiction. 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.

In a world torn by ancient rivalries and a never-ending struggle for power, the legendary Sword of Fire is the key to ruling the realm. Passed down through generations, its flames have not burned for centuries-until now. With the king dead and chaos looming, a brutal tournament begins, where only one will emerge victorious and claim the sword's power. Young knight Eldren, driven by the memory of his fallen brother, must prove himself worthy. But the Sword of Fire carries more than just a kingdom-it holds the fate of the world in its flames.