Flash Stepping

At her wedding banquet, a man claiming to be Selina's lover stormed in, brandishing so-called intimate photos and causing chaos. Selina immediately saw through this as a scheme orchestrated by her half-sister, Natalia. However, Selina's fiancé, Ryan, not only refused to believe her but also went out of his way to defend Natalia. It turned out that Ryan and Natalia had already developed feelings for each other in secret. Everyone—Selina's father, stepmother, and Ryan's parents—knew about their affair, except for Selina, who was left in the dark. Taking advantage of the situation, Selina's father suggested swapping brides, proposing that Natalia replace Selina and complete the wedding. Ryan's family not only didn’t object but wholeheartedly supported the idea. That was the moment Selina finally realized the cruel truth: her family and Ryan's family were nothing but wolves in sheep’s clothing! "Cancel the engagement? Fine. But let it be clear—I’m the one rejecting you, you two-timing, spineless excuse for a man!" Selina declared with unshakable confidence. Her gaze then swept across the room, landing on an elegant and distinguished man. She vaguely remembered him as Ryan’s younger uncle. Walking over, she boldly asked, "Sir, how about getting married?" The man raised an eyebrow, finding her audacity intriguing. "It would be my honor, madam," he replied. ...

WARNING!!! -Explicit and Dark Romance- For years after Livana lost her sight, she lived in the gilded cage of her family’s expectations—engaged to the man chosen for her, confined to the shadows while he managed the empire her mother left behind. But blindness didn’t make her powerless. She heard everything. The whispers in the other room. The treachery in her fiancé’s voice. The betrayal woven into every conversation with her cousin, all caught by the devices she secretly planted. She had a plan to escape—one she’d crafted meticulously. Until her sister proposed something far more dangerous. Involve the Blackwells. Their family’s most hated rivals. The ones Livana had been raised to despise. And the man her sister suggested? *Damon Blackwell.* The arrogant bastard who had tormented her since childhood. The same man she’d once—*against her better judgment*—ended up in bed with after being drugged and set up. The idea was reckless. Madness. But the thought of burning her engagement to Knox to the ground, of watching her father and stepmother’s fury as she tied herself to their enemy? Delicious. What she didn’t expect was Damon’s obsession. He was ruthless. Unhinged. Exactly what she should have anticipated from the heir to the Blackwell mafia. But Livana was no damsel. If he thought he could control her, he was wrong. She had her own games to play. And this time, she wouldn’t be the one losing.

She gave up her dream of shining on the ballerina stage —for him. She sacrificed her self-respect —for him. She forgot her true identity —for him. But even after all that, she couldn’t compare to the woman who held Ryan’s heart. Arwen Quinn, heiress of prestigious Quinn family, realized too late that no matter what she did, she would never win Ryan’s love. The future that awaited her was a life trapped in endless misery of a loveless marriage. So, decisively, she ends their relationship and walks away. What she didn’t expect was that in breaking free from Ryan, she had opened the door for Aiden to enter her life — a chance that he had been waiting for. Aiden Winslow, an enigmatic CEO isn’t just mysterious —he is determined, and won’t allow to take Arwen away from him again. ____ Excerpt: Aiden narrowed his eyes, “Are you sure about this?” “If I wasn’t sure, I wouldn’t have asked,” Arwen replied coolly. “Stop dawdling. If you’re unwilling, I’ll find someone else who can get the marriage certificates today.” His expression darkened as he pulled her close. “Once offered to me, it’s mine alone.” Unfazed, Arwen asked, “So, do you accept? If yes, we’ll get the certificates now.” “On one condition,” he said. “I don’t do contract marriages. The woman I marry will be the woman I share my bed with. If you agree, then we’ll—” “Not a problem. Let’s go,” Arwen said without letting him finish, pulling him into the Civil Marriage Bureau.

In a single flash of light, four students are torn from their ordinary lives in Tokyo and cast into a realm where kingdoms are falling, monsters rise from the shadows, and magic pulses through every breath of air. Declared the “chosen heroes,” they are forced to train, fight, and survive in a world that demands more than strength—it demands sacrifice. But the deeper they go, the more they realize: not everything is as it seems. Behind the promise of destiny lies something darker. As friendships are tested, and truths begin to unravel, each step forward reveals more of the eclipse looming over them all—one that doesn’t just threaten the world… but the people they’re becoming.

After breaking up with her childhood sweetheart, she ended up with a poor man, living a life of complete poverty. However, she unexpectedly discovered that her poor husband's real identity: a powerful billionaire tycoon! She couldn't believe that all this was true and tearfully hugged her man who hadn't even had the chance to change out of his suit. "I'm not worthy of you, I'm not capable of being the mistress of such a prestigious family." "You don't have to be capable of anything. Just remember that you are my wife, and if anything happens, your husband will take care of it, don't be afraid of anything."

Their marriage is a deal without foundation of love. "Hey! Don't forget the agreement we made, it's just a fake marriage!" She stopped him and said nastily. "Of course I know, but our marriage certificate is real, isn't it?" He chuckled mischievously. He is not only the CEO of the consortium but also has a relationship with the mafia. He looks mysterious, aloof, and unapproachable, but actually, he is devious, tsundere, and narcissistic! She thought he was a gentleman, but after getting married, she realized that he was definitely a complete beast!

For a long time, Malin always felt that Fate had been quite generous to him. Although he had to face that life-threatening job every day, as long as he had the lovely Leopard Girl cooking delicious food for him daily, and as long as there was meat to eat and cats to stroke, life wasn't too unbearable. Working a bit harder and facing some difficulties on the job weren't really an issue for a man. Moreover, being able to live two lives meant one shouldn't have too high demands, right, Mr. Different-Kind? Having said that, and without waiting for an answer, the young man snapped his fingers, and the white flame on his fingertip lit the tobacco in his other hand, then he flicked it towards the non-human entity on the stake. Welcome to Abield, to witness the last splendor of the steampunk era. And the madness.

She makes me feel hate, anger, desire, lust and something even more dangerous – love. ***** Amelia (Amy) Shawls, the legitimate and perfect princess of real estate mogul, and serving senator, Gregory Shawls, had it all –wealth, beauty, brain and a fiance who doted on her. But amidst her plenty admirers and few haters, were her vile stepmother and her envious stepsister, who sought to destroy her and take away her inheritance. Amelia's seemingly perfect life took a dark and scary turn on the eve before her celebrity marriage, when she gets a text message from her fiance, Jerry, asking her to meet him up at their favourite restaurant. On her way, Amelia is kidnapped and taken to an unknown location where she narrowly escapes her abductors only to end up crashing into a river. When Amelia finally regained consciousness a week later, she discovered that her life and everything she ever loved and worked for had been stolen from her by those who claimed to love her. Vengeful, she strikes a deal with the handsome but vicious devil, who rescued her from the jaws of death. ----- Meet Blaze Anderson, the charming but ruthless CEO of the Andex group. His heart is as cold as ice and his mere name caves terror in the heart of people. Blaze harboured a deep resentment against Amelia's entire family and would stop at nothing to see all of them, including Amelia destroyed. What would happen when the line between deep hatred and passion slowly thins out? Would Amelia ever consent to love after learning the bitter truth behind Blaze's assistance?

A resentful ghost that wiped out a whole neighbourhood, a child ghost who wouldn't let his family rest in peace even after death and a female ghost who captures and tortures men to death. These are stories that Atlas initially wrote off as nonsense made up by people to scare themselves, but after that one night he realized just how wrong he was. Beneath the world he knew was another world, one much more treacherous and cruel than the world he was used to. From resentful ghosts that just wanted justice to scumbag ghosts that won't stop their evil even in death and the evil sorcerers that make use of them. Atlas was born a pure blood sorcerer but all of these were kept from him until later in life. Join Atlas as he steps into the paranormal world, coming into contact with everything he once believed couldn't possibly exist.

He died with no regrets. But destiny didn’t let him rest. Ravihiro—the void walker—has returned.

Set up by her malicious stepmother and phony sister, she has no choice but to marry a vagrant. Everyone mocked her—until her so-called “useless” husband suddenly transformed into a mysterious, powerful President. She realizes that she has been cheated, wondering how many secrets her husband is hiding from her... Now, she begins to question: Who exactly did she marry? And how many secrets is he hiding behind that calm smile?

In the quiet town of Aokashi, in the fictional country of Hinokuni, spring returns as always—but for Akira Hayasaka, everything feels painfully the same. A top student, admired for his brilliance and composure, Akira is secretly drowning in expectations and isolation. That begins to change when he’s seated next to Airi Tachibana, a quiet book-loving girl who doesn’t smile just to please or look at him with admiration. She doesn't try to talk to him, impress him, or pretend to be anything. She just… exists. Calmly. Honestly. A chance encounter while saving a stray kitten brings them closer, and Akira discovers a hidden side of her—an anonymous online writer whose words feel too personal, too familiar. Unspoken thoughts. Quiet truths. Things he’s never had the courage to say aloud. As petals fall and seasons change, Akira and Airi slowly begin to understand each other—not through loud declarations or dramatic gestures, but through silence, presence, and the small steps that lead to something more.

"Don't kiss me..." "Be good, baby. Don't move..." What started as a ten-day arrangement ended in betrayal—he broke their agreement and refused to let her go. Against all odds, he used every means to keep her by his side. Desperate, she demanded, "What will it take for you to let me go?" His answer was simple, yet life-changing: "Marry me." Forced into a flash marriage, Gu Lili unexpectedly finds herself not only bound to a powerful man, but cherished beyond imagination. He dotes on her with overwhelming affection, making her the envy of all. Once mocked and cast aside by her ex-fiancé's family, Gu Lili now shines with unmatched brilliance. With her husband's unwavering support, she slaps back at hypocrites, crushes schemers, and silences every arrogant voice in her path. From a pawn in someone else's game to the queen on her own board, Gu Lili rises step by step—clever, confident, and unstoppable. A whirlwind tale of love, revenge, and ultimate empowerment.

Waking up without warning in the middle of nowhere. No memory of what happened. You find yourself in an unfamiliar world, with its own customs, morals, and ways of life. How do you survive when you have nothing? How far would you go to stay alive? Would you be willing to sell or buy the unthinkable? Would you compromise your morals just to survive? What would you do if everything you thought you knew about yourself and your limits was put to the test?

Maya Sinclair had it all — power, beauty, a kingdom at her feet. Until the night her world cracked wide open. Betrayal wasn’t whispered. It screamed — from her best friend’s knife in the back, her boyfriend’s dark secret, and her father’s cold replacement. She didn’t break. She became a weapon. Cold. Ruthless. Untouchable. And then came Eddie Thompson. Quiet. Obsessed. Dangerous. The one guy she couldn’t control. But Eddie’s not who he seems. There’s a ghost in his past — a tragedy wrapped in secrets and lies. When the truth surfaces, the lines between love and hate blur into something far more deadly. Because in this game of obsession and revenge, no one is innocent. No one is safe. And survival? It’s the only prize worth fighting for.

CAUTION : [TABOO] Betrayed by his most trusted soldier captain jack was killed, but when he thought it was all over he meet the soul of a man named Alex Eswald. Alex said to him "I will allow your soul to reincarnate in my body but on two conditions, you need to fulfill these conditions if not you will perish" "What are your conditions ?" "First you need to kill the bastard who betrayed me and get revenge for me" "Understandably, what is the second condition" "the second condition...you n-need to...to" "out with it" "you need to fuck..." "huh" "them all" "huh ?" "The second condition is that you need to fuck all those around me, but not just them, you need to fuck all the powerful women" "How am I supposed to do that ?" "Don't worry I will give you a gift that will help you in your journey, so do you accept and promise to fulfill those conditions ?" "I promise" follow jack as he becomes Alex through his journey to fuck all powerful women of his new world, it's not like he wanted it to happen, obviously, but you know, he had to since he promised. ======== Tags: Reincarnation - Smut - incest - incest Harem - No Yuri - No NTR (there might be netori) - Milf - Harem - Mature - R18 - Pregnancy - others races- Weak to strong *** Hello you all, I'm a new author and this is actually my first novel and I don't have that much experience so there might be some errors, but don't worry I will try to become better. I would like to be honest by saying right now that this novel is for me and fellows cultured peoples to enjoy. So, I assume that those that still remains in this place are all fellows cultured peoples. If you like the story, you should support it (you really should support) Release schedule: one chapter per day. Discord channel link : https://discord.gg/zcbyBHU7 Patreon : p@treon.com/RAASD0

In a world where killing your own heart is the first step to becoming human, Yuta is the first to fail. Now he's alive when he should be dead, hunted by a system that does not tolerate imperfection. His only companion is his beast — a golden lizard with strange eyes and a silence that weighs like guilt. But something is wrong with her. Something that shouldn't be possible.

Born into one of the wealthiest families in the country, Layla Rosenzweig's true identity is taken away at the time of her birth by the mistress of her father.  She is forced to live as the illegitimate daughter of the Rosenzweig Family. Everyone treats her no less than an outsider in her own house.  "This is mine. That is mine. In fact, everything is mine," Layla's half-sister told her.   Everything that belonged to Layla is given to her half-sister, including her boyfriend.  Then, she is forced to marry her ex-boyfriend's ruthless uncle, Lucius De Salvo, the most terrifying man in the country.   Lucius De Salvo is known for his ruthless ways to get his work done. His name is enough to terrify people. It is said that he is a man devoid of emotions. He will find pleasure in people's pain and misery. He loves to torment those who come under his radar.  But why is he so lovely to Layla? Or is it just a pretense? "Are you ready for the wedding night, Darling?" Lucius asked. “I've desired you for a long time.”  “What?” Layla was shocked. “Why would you?”  “Because you are Layla Rosenzweig. The woman I like.” With that, he captured her mouth for a passionate kiss. ~~~~~ **Cover Is Mine** The Story is a pure fiction. Names and places have nothing to do with anyone in real life. Follow me on Instagram: rayoflight__pcy

“She was supposed to die, but then her mad lover had other plans.” Reincarnated by her mad lover, who preserved her soul for years only to transmigrate her into another body. At seven, she was sold to a brutal training center where children were broken into machines, and survival was the only rule. After years of grueling training, she completed all her levels at just age 14 and was returned home, with a new upgraded system. She thought she could finally live a normal life, but life had other plans. Her father died, leaving behind a mountain of debt, and her sister was taken by their ruthless debtors. Desperate for money, Sophie agrees to marry an elderly, disabled man, only to wake up as the wife of Shane, the cold, untouchable CEO of Collen Industries, the nation’s wealthiest and most eligible bachelor. ⸻ At the Auction of Adams Industries: “Wait, Sophie. I know you’re not okay,” Olivia said, her voice dripping with fake concern. “Your father’s company was just sold. Do you even have money to eat?” Without waiting for an answer, she reached into her designer bag and pulled out a thick bundle of cash, pressing it into Sophie’s hands. “Here, take this. For old times’ sake,” she added mockingly, like she was tipping a beggar in front of everyone at the auction, making her the laughing stock of the entire town. ⸻ A few months after the marriage: “Do you know what I did to the last person who thought they could touch my wife and get away with it?” Shane said, laughing darkly as he stared down at the pale-faced Dexter siblings. They had all taken part in humiliating Sophie, and he will make them pay. “I had her hands cut off and left her to die,” Shane said coldly. [Author’s Note & Trigger Warning] This is not a love story wrapped in sunshine and sweet kisses. This is a descent. A fall. A journey through shadows. And it will hurt. Trigger Warnings, are found in the first chapter of the book(Prologue). “Sold, trained, and betrayed, now she’s married to the devil himself, and she’s ready to burn it all down.” *With her, his darkness feels like light,*

Welcome to The Last Step – A Tale of Fate, Power, and the Unforgiven. In a world where magic defines one's worth, three souls walk a path toward an uncertain destiny—each bearing a power that can shape the fate of nations. Lucas, the God’s Chosen Sorcerer, wields divine magic that bends reality itself, blessed by forces beyond mortal comprehension. A shining beacon of hope—or a harbinger of destruction—his path is riddled with expectations he never asked for. Celia, the Queen of Curses, commands a power feared by even the strongest mages. She carries the weight of a past filled with whispers and condemnation, but where others see a curse, she sees the strength to carve her own future. Kaiser, the Unwanted Void, stands apart. Neither blessed nor cursed, he is the anomaly that should not exist. In a world that measures worth by magic, he is a shadow in the light—yet, the abyss within him holds something far greater than mere sorcery. Together, they are bound by fate yet divided by their own battles. As war brews and forgotten gods stir, the lines between hero and villain blur. In the end, their choices will decide more than just their own lives—they will determine the very foundation of their world. This is their journey. This is their Last Step.

He was supposed to be just a guardian. But love doesn’t follow rules. After losing his mother, 18-year-old Kai finds himself under the roof of his cold, powerful stepfather, Sebastian Vaughn. What begins as silence turns into lingering glances, late-night tension, and a love Kai can’t run from—even if he tries. But Bast isn’t just any man. He’s possessive, broken, and hiding dangerous secrets… including an ex-lover who wants to destroy everything. As feelings grow, so do the risks. How do you escape a man who says he’s your everything—your father, protector, friend… and lover?

Amano Haruya, a quietly observant 19-year-old, lives an invisible life: broke, orphaned, and walking Tokyo’s margins one courier job at a time. But one cold morning, a system appears—offering not hope, but function: “Every step you take from now on is worth money.” Not magic. Not fantasy. Just perfectly legal, traceable income from every step. Starting from ¥1 per step, the system builds momentum—and slowly begins to layer in daily log-in rewards (including company shares, rare skills, properties) and special challenge tasks like auctions or social deals. At first, Haruya uses the system to survive. Then to build. Then to infiltrate. Soon, he’s spotted in high-society auctions, invited to investor dinners, and even mistaken as the secret heir of a forgotten zaibatsu. He never confirms it—but he never denies it either. As his asset portfolio grows to include major stakes in billion-yen firms, exclusive-use vending contracts, urban land, and a set of scalable passive skills, Haruya becomes both a ghost and a legend in Tokyo’s financial undercurrent. All without ever telling anyone the truth. But rivals emerge. Influencers and heirs get curious. And the system, though passive, keeps nudging him forward. Because Haruya isn’t walking for money anymore. He’s walking to own the country.

Samantha Greene, lost in love, finally awakens to realize she is no longer that, in love. However, that's not the only thing that awakens in her. Now, a single mother of a toddler she finds herself questioning who she is and where she came from when memories of lives she has once lived come flooding her mind. That's not all, unlocked world of magic and werewolves, and a new love interest or two, maybe three, have gracefully made her life even more complicated. It doesn't help that her ex has gotten himself involved. He's obsessed with getting back together and unknowingly putting Sam and their son in danger in the process.

Lucien, a young mechanic who lives with his step aunt since his father died in Syria and his step mother took the house. When a truth uncovers about his aunt he finds himself thrusted in the world of crime. He stepped in for survival but will soon get the addictive taste of it. Follow his journey as he rises to the top.

Step 1: Find yourself an overpowered Awakener. Not just any Awakener, mind you; aim for the one who takes down bosses solo, preferably with a scowl. They’re the ticket to your hassle-free existence. Step 2: Power up your Awakener. Feed them, encourage them, and let them do all the XP grinding. The stronger they are, the safer you’ll be. Step 3: Marry the Awakener. Lock it down, officially. With this, your safety is practically guaranteed. Step 4: Relax and let the Awakener handle the world’s chaos. You’re now free to enjoy your easy, drama-free life. (Well, mostly.) --- P.S. 1. Steps 2 and 3 are totally interchangeable—or combine them. It worked for me. 2. Forget heroes; look for the anti-hero. The selfish ones, villains? That’s where your real safety lies. 3. You may need to deal with some light trauma cleanup now and then, but it’s no biggie. 4. Not foolproof, but hey, it worked for me! *** Lol it's romance okay, no fight scenes, no system interface cause I'm too lazy to do that research, just romance a hot man,hot woman and some smut here. And a plot. [Two chapters daily] [Please comment and review, votes too]

A Journey full of pain, suffering, woe, hardship, and Futility, where will this lead our hero to?