Binding Vow Merchant

EXCERPT "Do you know what I love about you, Stella?" he whispered, his voice low and dangerous as his eyes darkened with desire. Before she could respond, Simon leaned closer, his breath warm against her neck. Slowly, his fangs emerged, glinting in the dim light. His fingers traced a path along her skin, slipping beneath the fabric of her shirt, sending a shiver through her. "Those pure, innocent doe eyes of yours," he murmured, his voice almost tender, "the way they plead with me, like you think you can stop me." Panic flared in her chest, and she pressed against his firm body, trying to push him away. "Sir, please... I am married. This is wrong—it’s a sin to go after a married woman." His response was a low, rumbling chuckle that sent chills down her spine. It wasn’t just the sound of it; it was the darkness behind it. The amusement in his laughter terrified her. "And I am a sinner, my little fish," he replied, his voice dripping with menace as his eyes flashed with hunger, before sinking his fangs in her neck.

"How can he move at that speed!?" [Anonymous Hero Saves the Princess!] [Anonymous Hero Pushes Back the Demon Queen] [Aria, the Beautiful and Wealthiest Merchant in the City, Seeks to Uncover the Identity of the Anonymous Hero Behind These Incidents] Rian Cole was the outcast of his clan until he was expelled for hitting the son of an important merchant. After being enrolled in the worst academy, he ended up becoming the top student there and elevating that academy to the best.

[ Milestone Reached: Unlocking Chaos Dragon ] [ … Unlocking Dracula] [ … Unlocking Zeus ] [ … Unlocking Demon King of Shadows ] ---- It was a normal day on Earth. Suddenly, the sky turned dark, and massive tower-like structures descended from above. A loud, robotic voice announced the beginning of a chaotic apocalypse. With less than two minutes on the clock, everyone was given a chance to select from a list of mystery newbie packages designed to assist them in the impending apocalypse—each package containing classes, abilities, special boosts, and powerful relics. In the midst of the chaos, Dorian, an avid reader of 'Ethereal Descent', an unpopular apocalypse novel, was stunned to discover that everything was unfolding exactly according to the novel’s kick-off plot. THE NOVEL HAS MERGED WITH REALITY! WHO IS THE PROTAGONIST? Like the others, Dorian was presented with a list of special rewards to choose from. [ You have been chosen to partake in the VIP Newbie Package ] [ Select one ] DING! [ You have awakened special ability: CHARACTER BIND ] [ You can bind with gods, devils, monsters, mythical creatures, favored sons of heaven, etc. ] [ You've unlocked: Reader's Viewpoint ] [ You've unlocked: Copycat ] [ You've unlocked: Energy Parasite ] [ You've unlocked Index Of Myth ] With his special ability, Dorian vows to dominate the novel’s world and its protagonist, while also unraveling the mysteries of the apocalypse.

After the heartbreaking execution of his parents due to their lower status and their rebellion against the King of Varanasi. Sukoh Yadav a fourteen year old boy sets of to China along a merchant group to become a great General in China and to conquer his homecountry and abolish the very idea of caste.

She died with her eyes wide open, waiting by the river for three days and three nights, only to be greeted not by her husband, but by her benefactor. As she looked at the blurred figure, her heart was deeply moved, and she silently made a vow: if she could be reborn, she would definitely marry him!... Later, she really was reborn.

In a realm where ancient magic reigns supreme, supernatural creatures roam free, and the forces of darkness hold sway. Amidst this treacherous landscape, Felix, a powerful and feared devil, stalks the shadows, collecting the souls of humans who dare to cross his path. But Felix is not just a monster ,he's a complex and tortured soul, struggling to tame the darkness within him. When a mortal girl, Faith, stumbles into his world, Felix is drawn to her innocence and purity. He responds to her desperate plea for help, but at a steep price: she will belong to him, body and soul, in exchange for his protection. Faith, unaware of Felix's true nature, agrees to his terms, and as they embark on a perilous journey together, Felix finds himself falling for her. But can a devil truly love, or is it just a ruse to claim another soul? As Faith looks beyond Felix's fearsome exterior and sees the lost and unloved person beneath, she begins to change him. But will her love be enough to redeem him, or will the darkness within him consume them both? Dive into this epic tale of forbidden love, dark magic, and the battle between good and evil. Will Felix and Faith's love prevail, or will it succumb to the darkness that surrounds them? Can a devil truly change, or is it just a matter of time before he returns to his old ways?

Love is the most beautiful thing, but not everyone gets their desired love. Some never find it, while others do—only to take it for granted. Love brings different experiences to different people, and for Zara and Zarif, it begins with a marriage neither truly wanted. Zarif’s heart was never hers to begin with. Forced into an arranged marriage after losing the woman he loved, he refuses to love her. But Zara isn’t a woman who waits for affection or begs for attention. Independent and self-assured, she refuses to suffer in silence. While Zarif drowns in his past, she moves forward—unbothered, unattached. And somehow, that shakes him more than any argument ever could. In a marriage built on broken promises and cold indifference, who will be the first to fall?

[Creation + Simulator + All Heavens and Worlds] In this world, everyone can become a creator and obtain their unique planet. Dinosaur civilization, angel civilization, monster civilization, Ultraman civilization. One incredible race after another is born in the hands of the creators. Bai Ze had just crossed over and inherited the simulator system. Continuously simulating the development of the planet and the changes in civilization, with talent selections to assist the host in becoming stronger. [Transcendent Arrival (Purple Talent)] : Can accelerate the evolution of creatures to reach extraordinary levels. [Mysterious Visitor (Purple Talent)] : Among creatures, they can hear mysterious voices from outer space. Is it an opportunity or destruction? [Lord of the Great Wilderness (Gold Talent)] : During the evolution of creatures, they will receive blessings from ancient gods. [Spiritual Revival (Red Talent)] : With the blessing of the world, spiritual energy begins to revive, the overall development of the world accelerates ten thousand times, and life evolves to its peak moment! …… One day, when the cosmic races besieged humans and the apocalypse arrived. Standing above the nine heavens, Bai Ze emerged. Behind him were tens of thousands of monster legions and ancient wilderness legions. In confrontation, the races trembled, and the heavens bowed. All the races shouted in unison, “Dad Bai, we were wrong!”

A conspiracy, the death of her parents, her brother in a coma, her boyfriend’s infidelity… For the sake of the company, she married him—the man who, in the eyes of the world, was ruthless and devoid of compassion. Eighteen years ago, she saved his life; Eighteen years later, he vowed a lifetime to her! After their marriage, she discovered that everything deemed unloving was nothing but an illusion! He asked her if she was willing to spend her life in solitude, yet ended up keeping her busy year after year. For her, he twice ruined his reputation and gave everything he had. To the world, he seemed incapable of love, but only she knew that his passion reached every corner of the earth. In his own unique way, he made sure everyone knew that she was the one and only cherished love of his past, present, and future!

It is no argument that human beings will do anything to get what they want and Alanna Rhee Ingram wasn't an exception to this rule. She believed that in order to get what you wanted there were sacrifices you had to be willing to make. Even if those sacrifices warranted one's death. Especially when the death of that person could bring you a step closer to your utmost goal.

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The Great Luminar War began a century ago—a conflict born not from gods, but from humanity itself. Lumina, a force created by man yet beyond scientific explanation, consumed the world in destruction. Only a decade ago, it was finally sealed away, ending the war at the cost of nearly all civilization. Yet, even now, as the world struggles to rebuild, there are those who seek to unseal it… for reasons only they know. In the midst of it all, Arden and Astrea were just children—two friends who played beneath the open sky, their lives untouched by the weight of history. But one day.......

being the heir to a company that is on the verge of bankruptcy makes Amel have to rack her brains so that her father's company can get back on its feet. in the middle of a meeting with a colleague, she gets a tantalizing offer, which is to enter into a relationship agreement with the reciprocity of a company that will stabilize again. does Amel accept the agreement or is she trapped by a growing love?

What kind of impact would it have if we imported the potion to Earth? ~ + ~ +~ +~ +~ +~ + Wataru, one day, accidentally discovered that he could travel back and forth between another world and Japan. Weird, right? But that's not the end of it. As he gazed upon a town on the other side of the gate, which still had many undeveloped aspects compared to modern civilization, he realized the potential to make a huge profit. By bringing sugar, spices, coffee, and hygiene products to the other world, Wataru earned a fortune. However, when he noticed the potions being sold in the other world, he had an epiphany: "Wait, isn't this actually better than what we have on Earth?" He brought these potions, which could heal wounds in an instant, back to Earth. When he made a fortune just from these potions, the fattest grin appeared on his face.

He would set the world ablaze just to claim her, yet her heart beats for another—a love she’s nurtured despite the laws binding her kind. But her fated mate is relentless, a predator who never fails to capture his prey. He shatters her, body and soul until the very thought of escape becomes a distant, broken dream. And how can she hope for salvation when even her own family revels in her suffering?

Very sensitive topics are dealt in this book and it happens early on to provide context which I don't know how readers would view it. But this is what would make sense of the weird characters and sometimes foolish decisions that I myself can not understand. [WSA 2025 Entry] In the bustling city of Metropolis in the World of Tamers, on the 18th birthday of its citizens, one goes through a binding ritual -a rite of passage- if successful you get a Pet, Companion, Entity, anything you want to call it and if you are not successful you lose your life, simple. There is nothing to worry about, with a success rate of 9%, not many go through it but if binding is successful, you get access to the privileges of high society, a life of comfort and luxury. Where do these Pets originate? What purpose do they serve? And why is such a binding necessary? What matters is the future that one can have so why bother about the past and its mysteries? After all, why dwell on the unknown when the path to prosperity lies clear? There will be companions lost, whether by your hands, your friend, or your enemy, all of which is part of the journey. What matters is how much you are willing to sacrifice for the dream only you share. This is a story of different people on their journey to the lives they dream of. They will encounter adversaries and be faced with some decisions and doubt if this dream they pursue is quite achievable but it is all part of the story, their story or a story they will all share

Jacinta Ryzeftine’s life was never hers to begin with. Memories of a past existence crash down upon her, revealing the cruel truth — she has been reborn as the ill-fated third princess of the Illian Empire, a character in the tragic novel Crimson Sun. The story’s ending is certain: the guillotine waits, and so does the destruction of everyone she holds dear. But Jacinta refuses to surrender to the pages of fate. With the weight of two lives on her shoulders, she makes a solemn vow — to shatter the prophecy that binds her and rewrite the future with her own hands. No longer the naïve princess destined to die, she becomes a cunning player in the empire’s brutal game. Behind silken masks and shadowed corridors, she uncovers secrets that threaten to tear the empire apart. Allies emerge in unexpected places, while enemies sharpen their blades, eager to see her fall. Time is running out, and every choice draws her closer to the story’s bloody climax. But this time, Jacinta Ryzeftine will not be the one to kneel. Fate may have written her end, but she will write her own beginning.

Evelyn Bell a girl from the clan of life magic users known as the 'Bell Clan' growing up a prodigy, born with an extreme life magic and expected to be the next top power in the clan. She was cocky and tended to look down on others including her mentors. When she was sixteen, she ended up injuring herself and now she has to relearn everything from the start. Will she learn to be humble and succeed or will her pride be her downfall.

A prophecy ignored. A kingdom bathed in betrayal, and a boy who would one day shake the world. Kael, a young innocent boy who does not know what his future holds, watches as his mother's blood hits the cold marble floor and her last breath is stolen by the man he once called father. After the merciless slaughter of his mother, he experiences something new, rage, sorrow, and something darker. With one strike he murders his own father. "What is the prophecy? What will be the fate of Kael on this journey?" Check out my discord to interact https://discord.gg/p2zqNqS2 UNRAVEL THE PROPHECY IN FORSAKEN VOW

Ayat never wanted this marriage. Ayan loved someone else. Forced into a bond neither of them chose, they found themselves trapped in a loveless relationship—or so they thought. As time passed, Ayat’s kindness and patience melted Ayan’s resistance, and love unexpectedly bloomed between them. Through hardships and happiness, they stood by each other, proving that love wasn’t just about choice—it was about fate. But just when everything seemed perfect, Ayat’s past returned, bringing a storm that shattered their fragile happiness. A single misunderstanding was enough for Ayan to walk away. He left, choosing distance over doubt. Will their love survive, or is this the end of a story that was never meant to begin?

“One may lose their life, but never break a promise.” These words, deeply rooted in our ancient wisdom, hold more power than Avni ever imagined. A single unfulfilled promise becomes the chain that binds her to a destiny she never chose—one that transcends time itself. Drawn into the depths of the past, Avni finds herself in an unfamiliar world, face to face with Ripudaman—a man waiting for her to fulfill a vow made lifetimes ago. As the echoes of fate pull her deeper, she must decide: Will she fight to return to her world, or embrace the duty that has chased her across time? A tale of love, destiny, and the inescapable bonds of karma—where promises are not just words, but the keys to unraveling the cycle of life itself.

Sloane Montgomery is fashion royalty. Bold, glamorous, and untouchable. As the CEO of Montgomery Atelier, she’s spent years proving she’s more than just a name, turning her family’s luxury fashion house into a global empire. She has everything. Power, wealth, and a reputation that keeps men at a distance. The last thing she needs is a husband, especially not one chosen for her in a billion-dollar business deal. Vincent Saint-Clair is a king in his own right. As the ruthless mastermind behind Saint-Clair Holdings, he owns the cities people live in. Luxury hotels, towering skyscrapers and private islands. He’s built his empire with precision and control, never once letting emotions cloud his judgment. Marriage? Just another contract. Love? A weakness he refuses to entertain. When their families arrange the ultimate merger, a marriage that will unite their empires, both are furious. Neither wants to be controlled, neither plans to submit, and neither expects the undeniable attraction that ignites between them. In public, they are the picture of a perfect power couple. In private, their marriage is a battlefield. A game of dominance, passion, and unspoken desire. But as their cold war turns into something more dangerous, the lines between love and hate begin to blur. A scandal threatens to break them. A betrayal shatters their fragile truce. And when the choice between power and love finally comes, only one question remains: Will they destroy each other… or build an empire together?

Aran Gill, a young mafia leader gets married to Jiya Rathore, a doctor and the daughter of his faithful gang member, Mr. Vijay Rathore. Aran do so due to the promise made to Vijay during his last breath as Vijay died in an attempt to save Aran. They are living together with each others under the same roof without loving each others. Will they develop feelings for each other??

What is the greatest purpose of life? Happiness? Love? Having children? Being the greatest under the heavens? I can tell you that I don't know, what I do know however is that for all of them you need money.

Javier Rodriguez ~ Ruthless. Fearful. Callous. - "I know I don't deserve you, but I still won't let you go." Giorgia Torrini ~ Delicate. Graceful. Innocent. - "Isn't dying better than marrying him?" Atlast the time comes when the Mexican Cartels and the Famiglia are expected to join hands by making a deal to expand their territories. But this deal has become the worst nightmare of Giorgia as she is supposed to marry the future Capo of the Mexican Cartels - Javier Rodriguez who is worse than death itself. Will this marriage of convenience work? Will Giorgia's brightness disple his darkness or will Javier's darkness ruin her in it? ____________________________________ Tropes~ • Mafia Romance • Arranged Marriage • Grumpy X Sunshine • Forced Proximity ____________________________________

Saddened by the death of his father, Arthur makes a vow to never be weak again so that he can save those close to him, follow his journey to become a mage with his friends and the exciting adventures that follow before he becomes a true sage. #fantasy.......#sage...#awesome.....#family

Ever heard of book travelling? Yep. Hear of fictional characters coming into reality? Not...so quite. Celia Elliott's life has been a complete tragedy since birth. She thought it might just be fate toying with her, until she knew of one thing. An author. The creator of this cruel world Celia dwelt in. All of her misfortunes were all created by him, being stringed around like a little puppet, suffering because the author said so. Never was it fate. Should she ever had the chance to meet the author of her life, she'd doubt she'd let him go. Ivor Schwartz, an infamous author had just recently been diagnosed of an fatal illness, one that had ran in his family's blood since so long ago. His parents deemed it as a curse. But before he was removed from this headache of his, something that was deemed impossible came to him. Should he keep her in the dark, lest she soughs out revenge? Or should he tell her the truth, one that she has the right to know? When the author meets the character they've created, the story would have no author to lead, and it shall all be up to the fates.