Dante Balestra

I was supposed to hate him. I was supposed to run. Instead, I became his obsession. When my father made a deal with the mafia, I became the collateral, trapped in Dante Castellano's world, bound to the most dangerous man I've ever met. He's ruthless, untouchable, everything I should resist. Too bad he's the only thing I crave.

Um bibliotecário, amoral e indiferente é levado para dentro de um livro, O Inferno, lá ele deve seguir até o topo do inferno enfrentando os 7 pecados capitais e autoridades do inferno. Classificação: 18+ Alerta de Gatilho. Extremamente Explicito e Brutal. Uma Representação do Inferno. Como base: A Divina Comédia de Dante e o Apocalipse de Pedro. (Se quiser preservar sua sanidade, não leia.)

A librarian, amoral and indifferent, is taken into a book, The Inferno. There, he must ascend to the top of Hell, facing the seven deadly sins and the authorities of Hell. Rating: 18+ Trigger Warning. Extremely Explicit and Brutal. A Representation of Hell. Based on: Dante's Divine Comedy and the Apocalypse of Peter. (If you wish to preserve your sanity, do not read.)

Dante was summoned to another world along with a group of students. There, the gods of the new world asked them to save their world from the Demon Kings, but just because Dante dared to ask questions about the situation, the gods themselves wanted to execute him. And they did! But because of his good luck, or lack of, he was saved by the spirit of the Demon God, who ended up being another transmigrated human from the past and, on a whim, he revived him for his own amusement. The thing is, Dante gets reborn but he's not even a human anymore! And is being hunted by the transmigrators who think he's the Demon God's successor.

Nuclear war has devastated the Earth, leading to the abandonment of nuclear weapons following the discovery of relics and bloodline traits. A contractor of a relic is endowed with superhuman strength and speed, as well as resilience to most physical damage and illnesses. Dante's job is to subdue contractors and recover illegal relics. He is the only contractor capable of bonding with five relics. As the youngest member of the famed legends, Dante was believed to have a perfect life. However, everything changed in an instant, shattering his ideal existence. For the first time, he found himself powerless. Once hailed as both a hero and a prodigy, Dante had been reduced to nothing more than a ruthless hunter. Although his team's efficiency and recovery rate are outstanding, their brutal methods often overshadow their achievements. Dante is no longer seen as the prodigy of the legends. His comrades view him as a loyal guard dog, while his enemies see him as a ruthless bloodhound. The Apex Institute is where teenagers train to become future leaders. Thalia and her friends are graduating this year. Thalia possesses a unique bloodline trait that allows her to command the weather; she can invoke storms simply by concentrating. She wants nothing more than to use her powers to help the relic retrieval task force. Apex has created special task forces, such as the Legends, to prevent relics from being used to cause harm. Thalia has always admired the Legends, and their dedication to justice is the primary reason she enrolled in the institute. The Legends are known as the champions of justice because they maintain order within the safety zone. Thalia desperately wants to change this twisted world and dreams of being a hero like her aunt (Tia) to save their crumbling world. Hi guys the book has a slow start by design to fully immerse you in the characters and world. I hope you enjoy :) ------------------------------------------------------------------ What to expect? [steady pacing] [Supernatural abilities & Relics] [Overpowered main character] [Trauma, Drama, Subtle Romance, Tragedy] [Solid Team Building & Multiple Character POV] [Adventure & Action based] All rights reserved.

Father Romeo Salvatore : You don't know who you're falling for, Karenina. Karenina: Father, forgive me for I've already sinned. *** Over privileged Alpha's daughter, Karenina Agriche is both ruthless and unforgiving. Her short temper and spoiled personality ended her up in Moon Maidens Elvatore university. Far away from her country, she got stuck in a remote and deserted place. Father Romeo Salvatore, respected professor in Moon Maidens Elvatore university finds himself falling in love with his student, Karenina . His uncontrollable urge to touch her, own her, kiss her made him walk the path of hell. However his loyalty towards his job and temple crumbled when he discovers that Karenina is his fated mate and is secretly pregnant with his cubs. Will he choose to accept his forbidden love for his student and redeem his cursed fate? Or continue to be a respected priest of Selene Grandeur temple? ^ The themes and settings ^ ° Slow burn Romance ° Has age-gap ° Touch her and you'll die type of Male lead ° He's mine type of female lead ° Powerful couple ° Blood and Gore ° He's crazy, She's stubborn *** • VOLUME 1: Karenina and Romeo's story (ONGOING) • VOLUME 2: Helene and Loren's story (YET TO START) • VOLUME 3: Mariyam and Luigi Mangione's story ( YET TO START) • VOLUME 4: Virginia and Alpha Dante's story ( KARENINA'S PARENTS) (YET TO START) For now there are 4 volumes I have planned, each full of different tropes and with each supporting character becoming the main character in their stories.

Dante is a boy who has no element in a world full of elements, and dreams of becoming the governor of Gort in any way.

Eternal Dusk – A Dark Apocalyptic Fantasy The world is ending—not in fire, but in an endless twilight where the screams of the fallen are swallowed by the void. The gods are gone. The heavens have rotted. All that remains is war. In the heart of this dying world, Modred stands at the edge of oblivion. A warrior born from the ashes of a broken past, his crimson eyes burn with a fury that even death cannot smother. He does not fight for hope. Hope is a lie. He does not fight for justice. Justice died long ago. He fights because there is nothing else left. Beyond the walls of Astria, the last kingdom standing, the forces of the Pantheon tighten their grip. The gods may be gone, but their shadows remain—whispering, corrupting, devouring. When the call for war echoes once more, the Deicida Squads—executioners of the divine—are sent into the abyss. Some will rise as legends. The rest will be forgotten. But in a world where death is a certainty, Modred knows one truth: You don’t pray for salvation. You carve it from the corpses of those who stand in your way. Eternal Dusk is a dark apocalyptic fantasy where brutality and vengeance walk hand in hand. In this world, there are no chosen heroes—only those willing to kill before they are killed. And when the dusk finally fades... will your name be remembered, or buried with the fallen?

The Mafia Marriage Contract Amelia Grey’s life has been shattered by her family’s crushing debts. Once a beloved princess, she is now nothing more than a pawn to be sacrificed for survival. When her father makes a deal with the devil, Amelia finds herself trapped in an unimaginable nightmare married to Dante Moretti, the ruthless heir to the most feared mafia empire in the world. Dante is no ordinary man. He is the prince of darkness, rumored to be the son of the Devil himself. With blood on his hands and a heart colder than the night, he rules with an iron fist and leaves no one untouched by his wrath. Amelia, however, is forced into his world of danger and manipulation her family’s debts are now her chains. But as she faces Dante's terrifying presence, something unexpected happens. Beneath his terrifying exterior, there is a darkness so deep, so consuming, that Amelia begins to wonder: Is this man her captor... or her salvation? In a world where loyalty is currency, love is a weapon, and every kiss could be a death sentence, Amelia must navigate the line between survival and surrender. The stakes have never been higher because when you marry the son of the Devil, there is no escaping his grasp. In a game of blood and betrayal, how far will Amelia go to survive?

Dove Sterling, an eighteen year old Heiress of one of the biggest Beauty companies in the country. She, one day, under an influence of a drug, given to her by a 'friend' by trick, she spends a night with a complete stranger, whom she doesn't even remember. But days later, why she tries to forget about it, and wants to move on with life, her life comes to a screeching half, when she finds out that she is pregnant! And if all this was any less of a problem, a bunch of people were always on her toes! Waiting for every opportunity to see her suffer. But Dove? she wouldn't ever let them have this luxury. Dante Lancaster, the owner of the world's largest security firm, and the heir of one of the richest families, finds himself head over heels with the unknown woman he had spent his first night with. She was almost itched into his mind. But a thunder broke above his head, when he finds out that, the girl was none other than the granddaughter of his saviour. Someone, he respected dearly. But that did not lessen his craze for her. He was obsessed. And then he learnt that she was pregnant with his child! And that was the moment, that he swore to make her his. But life happened, and things spiralled in such ways, that Dove went abroad, giving birth to her son there, while Dante kept fighting his demons, while keeping an eye on her. And after three years... Fate happened in such ways, that he had to protect her and he incharge of her and her son's safety. So will our Male Lead be able to use his chance and make the woman of his dreams all his, by heart and soul, while the little 'Mommy's protector' doesn't give him a break! His own son is being a trouble for him! Dante had a headache coming from his own blood

Dante was an ageless warlock who had been going from one battle to another for hundreds of years. Following a chaotic encounter with an evil god, Dante unintentionally activates a contract with a demon, thrusting him into the modern world. Resolved to live a peaceful life, his intentions are halted when he finds himself in the middle of a conflict among rival mafia factions—dabbling with the ominous demonic magic that he knows best. _____________________ [WSA 2024 Entry] More artwork on: caracasm.carrd.co

Title: Whispers in the Ashes Blurb: In a crumbling city ruled by secrets and bloodlines, Alina Voss is desperate to escape her family’s criminal empire. But when her father’s enemies close in, she's forced into an uneasy alliance with the one man she’s sworn to hate—Dante Corvin, the dark prince of a rival syndicate. Ruthless, enigmatic, and dangerously alluring, Dante offers her protection, but at a cost that could shatter her soul. As desire ignites between them, betrayal simmers beneath the surface. In a world where trust is a death sentence, love might be the most dangerous game of

En su vida anterior, Dante o Dany como mas se le conocía, era un asalariado solitario y desilusionado, sin familia, amigos, ni ambiciones que iluminaran sus días. Una noche, mientras se refugiaba en el escape de un juego de estrategia llamado "El Ascenso del Dragón", su mundo se oscurece repentinamente y se encuentra transportado a un cuerpo ajeno en un mundo de fantasía épica. Reencarnado como Lei Zhang, el líder de una aldea de bandidos en ruinas durante una era de guerras interminables y tiranía, Dany descubre que este nuevo mundo está lleno de peligros y oportunidades. Con su astucia y ambición renacidas, decide no ser solo un superviviente, sino un conquistador. [Algunos de mis personajes hechos con una IA. https://pin.it/5XmaR4BME].

Vergil sense his time for take some adventure is come, he carry all his secret with him to that world. After arrive on that world, he learn that world still use sword and magic and symmetric warfare is always the answer. The world with no shadow at all,... every battle won in open field, magic and sword classing The world only know no lie and conspiracy in battlefield The world who keep their own corruption inside and grow like cancer waiting to be taker is time some one from shadow protect and operating....

Elijah Sinclair is the youngest and most ruthless CEO in the city, known for his arrogance, cunning business tactics, and an ego the size of his billion-dollar empire. He doesn't take no for an answer—until he crosses paths with a dangerous man who couldn't care less about his money or influence. Dante Moretti, the feared heir to the Moretti Mafia, is cold, merciless, and used to people cowering before him. That is until he meets Elijah, a man who refuses to back down, even when a gun is pointed at his head. What starts as a dangerous game of threats and defiance soon turns into something neither of them expected—attraction. Now, with both their worlds colliding, Elijah finds himself in the middle of a deadly mafia war, and Dante finds himself doing something he swore he never would—falling for a cocky CEO who makes his blood boil in more ways than one. Will their love survive betrayal, gunfire, and a whole lot of stubborn pride? Or will their worlds tear them apart before they can even admit their feelings? ---------------- Excerpt: Elijah took a leisurely sip of his whiskey, completely unfazed by the armed men surrounding him. "You know," he mused, swirling the amber liquid in his glass, "when someone invites me to a meeting, I usually expect dinner. Not death threats." Dante leaned forward, his dark eyes gleaming with amusement. "Most men would be begging for their lives right now." "Most men aren’t me." Elijah smirked. A slow grin spread across Dante's face. "You're either fearless or an idiot, Sinclair." "Or maybe I just enjoy pissing off men with superiority complexes." A chuckle rumbled from Dante’s chest. Dangerous. Deep. Amused. "I should kill you for that." Elijah raised an eyebrow. "You won’t." Dante tilted his head. "Oh? And why not?" Elijah leaned forward, his voice dropping to a whisper. "Because I think you like me, Moretti." For the first time in years, Dante was speechless. And that was how Elijah Sinclair, the most arrogant CEO in the city, became the unexpected obsession of the Mafia’s most feared heir. ----------

Dante has spent his life in the secluded Village of Riverant, curious about the world beyond its walls but kept there and trained over the years by his caretaker, Rita, for his own safety. His questions about his true origins seem destined to remain unanswered—until two students, Terra and Xavien, arrive, drawn by rumors of a boy who is part man, part beast arrive to the village one day. Offering Dante the chance to leave and discover not only what's outside of the walls, but his true heritage, they invite him to the Kingdom of Auradelle. A successful and prospering kingdom in the Eastern Region. But as a Dragonborn, Dante must face the challenges of blending into a society that not only fears, but will rid of his kind if found out. Will the two students be his key to freedom and what he's always wanted to know, or will the outside world prove more dangerous than he ever imagined and it all be for naught. Only one way to find out...

Trapped in a deadly game of power and deception, Alessia Romano returns home only to be forced into a marriage with the man rumored to have killed her father—Dante Moretti. Determined to uncover the truth, she plays the perfect bride while secretly plotting revenge. But as she gets closer to Dante, the lines between hate and desire begin to fade. With danger lurking at every turn, Alessia must decide—run and lose everything, or stay and risk falling for her enemy.

Dante was asleep in his home one night when an unknown entity entered his house from what seemed like an interdimensional portal. Soon after Dante was transported to what seemed to be a completely different planet. He is given a system that knows not of its origins. join Dante as he slays his enemies, takes their wives, conquering worlds with pure and overwhelming strength, ruling over all as the one and only fault of creation. Warning: This Mc is going to be a bit of a degenerate, but aren't we all?

In the shadows of despair, true love becomes the ultimate salvation. Lila has spent her life trapped in a bleak existence, sacrificing her dreams to care for her alcoholic father. Her days are consumed by relentless routines, and her nights are haunted by feelings of hopelessness. But everything changes when her father’s reckless behavior brings an unexpected and dangerous guest into their crumbling home: Dante, a powerful and enigmatic mafia boss. Dante’s arrival shakes the fragile balance of Lila’s life. His presence is both a threat and a promise of something more. Beneath his cold exterior lies a man carrying his own burdens a man whose path intertwines with Lila’s in ways neither of them could have anticipated. As Lila is drawn into Dante’s dark world, she discovers strength and courage she never knew she possessed. Together, they navigate a treacherous path of danger, betrayal, and redemption. However, as secrets unravel and enemies close in, Lila and Dante must decide if their love is worth the ultimate risk. True Love Saves the Day is a powerful story of resilience, healing, and the transformative power of love to conquer even the darkest nights.

"Two Alphas. One Prophecy. A Heart Caught Between Fate and Betrayal." Cael never wanted to be alpha. . He just wanted freedom, find his mate and live a normal life,. But when his father was betrayed and killed, Cael had no choice but to fight and take his place. Now trapped in endless battles to protect his business empire and pack land which happened to be rich with the coveted moonstone, he has become cold, untrusting and ruthless which isolated him from his pack and friends. But when fate brings Elisa into his life, everything changes, something about her stirs all the longing he’s spent years burying to become a successful alpha. Elisa, an omega with a suppressed wolf has always felt different. Hidden and overprotected by her parents, she doesn’t know that a prophecy ties her to unimaginable power. After an attempt on her life, she joins the Silverclaw Pack under Cael’s protection. With danger lurking in the shadows, she begins to uncover truths about herself—and confusing feelings for the cold alpha that protects her. But Cael isn’t the only one that wants Elisa. Dante, a ruthless alpha hiding his wolf, has spent years stalking her. He knows about her powers and will stop at nothing to claim her, even if it means tearing her away from the one man who may be her soul mate. When an unplanned pregnancy rips Cael and Eli apart, Dante steps in, offering comfort when she feels hurt and betrayed. Two alphas compete for her heart—only one can earn her trust. Will Cael manage to open his heart in time to save Elisa? Or will he give Dante a chance to claim her

On what should have been the happiest night of her life, Julia is left by her husband for his mistress-a betrayal she never saw coming. That night, she meets Dante, a stranger willing to fight for their life. As they face danger together, her life takes a dark turn. With a secret child Dante doesn't know about, Julia's life next to her husband becomes a living hell, held together only by her deep love for him. Behind her smiles and affection lies a torment inflicted by a heartless man. Can Julia escape the harsh realities of her situation, or will she remain tied to a love that only brings her pain?

Liana Cox lives a very simple life. Stay married to the love of her life and be happy. Others would say that was hard but it wasn't, never for her. At least, that was until she found out her supposed husband detested her and had only eyes for her perfect older sister, Sophia. Still, she's far too determined and she tries to fix her marriage— Leading to her dying. She's given a choice: Go back in time before she's wed to him and make everyone who hurt her in her past life pay in one year or spend the rest of her life in eternal torment. So she does the natural thing. Goes back in time to finally make herself happy without restrictions— Oh, and of course, getting married to her former bully turned billionaire, Dante Salvatore. To use him, of course. But as she walks the fine line between revenge and desire, one question lingers: is she using him—or could her heart be changing in ways she never expected?

Chen is a senior high school student who is now 17 years old. Ever since his mother died of breast cancer, life has been one storm after another. His father works abroad, sending money for Chen's schooling, but every day, he feels farther and farther away from his son. Chen cannot focus in class and is haunted by loneliness, guilt, and pressure to succeed for his family's sake. One day, Chen's English teacher, Ms. Alina, assigns him a reflective essay because he seems to be slipping. Reluctantly, Chen sits down and writes from his heart onto the paper. Through this piece of writing, he relates to Jia, a classmate who turns out to be very compassionate while sharing her experience of having lost one of her parents. Her friend leans on her for support. Meanwhile, there is Chen's childhood friend Miguel, who continues to pull Chen out of his shell, remembering their shared dreams. Luna is the spirited school athlete who promotes Chen to become a member of the running club, and suddenly he finds this endurance sport thrilling. Mr. Tan, this wise school counselor, guides him through his anguish. As Chen starts to heal, he is reunited with his dad through heartfelt video calls. He comes to realize that they both carry the same pain. With support from friends like Sophia, Rafi, Elena, Kai, Maya, Dante, Zara, and Leo, Chen eventually learns that strength lies within vulnerability. At the end of the year, Chen gives a great valediction speech before honoring his mother's memory and embracing a hope of a brighter tomorrow at the school's end.

**Synopsis:** Nathan Reeds—underpaid programmer by day, half-hearted writer by night, and officially the most unlucky guy on the planet. He spends his days coding crappy apps no one cares about and his nights cranking out terrible web novels that make him want to cry into his ramen. And his bank account? Yeah, it's as empty as his soul. Then, in true “what could go wrong?” fashion, Nathan dies. But don’t get your hopes up—this isn’t some epic hero's journey. No, he wakes up in the body of Dante overnight. Who’s Dante, you ask? Oh, just the over-the-top villain from a failed, cringe-worthy web novel written by his most annoying client. Dante's life is a joke—disowned after getting kicked out of a party like an embarrassing dad at prom, and now he's stuck in the plot’s gutter, utterly useless. So, here’s Nathan’s new life: he's got a deadbeat body, zero powers, and a reputation worse than a wet sock. He might’ve been a nobody in his last life, but now he’s the villain everyone loves to hate. Great. Just great. “I died for this? Hell, I’d rather be back at my desk, staring at a blank screen, wondering why I still bother.” It’s hard to imagine life getting any worse. Fingers crossed.

Synopsis – The Abyssborn King Betrayed. Murdered. Forgotten. Once hailed as the strongest knight of Valcrest, Riven Aldric was a man of honor—until his own stepbrother stole everything from him. His title. His fiancée. His family. Then, with a blade through his heart, they cast him aside like trash. But fate had other plans. Reborn into the dreaded royal family of Vade, the sworn enemies of his past life, Riven now carries the blood of the abyss—a lineage feared for its mastery over darkness itself. No longer bound by the foolish chivalry that led to his downfall, he embraces his new path: the path of vengeance. Now, he moves in the shadows, building an army of monsters, assassins, and outcasts—those who crave destruction as much as he does. The Valcrest Kingdom will fall, and when it does, he will be the one standing atop its ashes. "If the light abandoned me, then I will embrace the abyss." "And from its depths, I will rise as its king." Dark fantasy | Revenge | Overpowered MC | No naive heroism

When Isabella De Luca agreed to marry Dante Marino, the infamous leader of the Marino crime syndicate, it wasn’t for love—it was for survival. Born into a rival mafia family on the brink of collapse, Isabella’s father struck a desperate deal: her hand in marriage in exchange for protection. Forced into a gilded cage, Isabella vows to hate the man who has taken her freedom. But Dante is not the cold-hearted monster she expected. Beneath his ruthless exterior lies a man burdened by his dark past and his struggle to balance power with honor. The closer Isabella gets to unraveling the truth about him, the harder it becomes to keep her heart guarded. When a shadowy betrayal within the Marino ranks threatens to destroy everything, Isabella finds herself entangled in a web of lies, danger, and passion. As her icy walls crumble, Dante’s enemies seize their opportunity, forcing the couple to confront not only their feelings but the ruthless world they inhabit. In a fight for survival, redemption, and love, Isabella and Dante must decide: are they willing to sacrifice everything, including each other, to escape their blood-soaked legacy? Or will they embrace the chaos, becoming more than just a marriage of convenience—becoming a force no enemy could ever destroy?

this is the story in which Señor Dante is reluctant to have a second chance to be a strong warrior for his world but without any of his memories will this world be saved? or will he fall into despair again because of the chaos of the monsters?

Dante, pria kejam yang hidup di dunia kelam, tak pernah mengenal rasa iba. Namun segalanya berubah saat ia bertemu Lea, gadis lugu yang tanpa sengaja menjadi saksi pembunuhannya. Lea, seorang guru TK polos, kini menjadi obsesi terbesarnya dan Dante bersumpah, ia tidak akan melepaskannya.

#WPC 304 [[Bronze prize winner]] # Slice of life After his reincarnation, a young Adventurer decides to retire after years of conquering dungeons, slaying dragons and many other dreaded legendary monsters. With the demise of the demon Lord and the world at peace, Dante Lustwood thought he could relax by adopting a son and living the rest of his life in absolute tranquility. But what happens when Dante unintentionally adopts three demon girls who were unwittingly raised as his future brides. Moreover, forces of evil aimed to purloin said brides for their ominous practices. Luckily for him, he ended up being granted an Arousal and Shopping System. Will he shop dresses or women as he decides to train his future brides into becoming a force the world isn't prepared to witness yet. Follow Dante Lustwood journey as he desperately tries to live a life of boredom but the universe says otherwise. Warning: Contains both first and third person POV Tags:- [FFM] [Netori] [R18] [Smut] [Elves] [Dragon girl] [Demi humans] [Handsome MC] [Maids] [Pregnancy] [Succubus] [Vampires] [Milfs] [Dark] [Action] [Incest] [Harem seeking MC] [Complicated Weak to Strong MC] [Slow Evolution Of MC from Hero to Devil] [Slow Evolution of MC'S Harem From Weak to Strong Devil's Harems] Note:- It contains lemons, violence and gore PLEASE if you enjoy it and you're in need of more chapters just use your power stones to support this novel. Thanks. Also the cover isn't mine. It was found in Pinterest. IF it belongs to you, just let me know and I'll remove it immediately.

Aiden Calloway returns to Blackridge under a new identity, five years after his father, Vincent Calloway, was assassinated and his family's empire was destroyed by the Moretti crime syndicate. He has spent those years training, learning, and becoming someone unrecognizable—all to infiltrate the Morettis and tear them apart from the inside. His first move? The Dante Club, a high-end bar and casino that serves as a Moretti stronghold. Here, he crosses paths with Elena Moretti, the Moretti family's only daughter—and the last person he expected to be a problem. Elena recognizes him immediately but doesn’t expose him. Instead, she plays along, watching as he weaves his way into the Moretti network. Aiden can’t tell if she’s toying with him or if she has her own agenda, but one thing is clear—she is not the same girl he remembers. As he digs deeper, he realizes Elena is not as loyal to her family as she appears. She’s been trapped in the Moretti world her whole life, forced to uphold their name but never given real power. She knows the game better than anyone—but she’s looking for a way out. Will she truly get out alive?