Charlie Puth Feat Meghan Trainor

Eve Thompson se réveilla dans le lit du célibataire le plus convoité de la Ville S, son bras entourant sa taille, mais elle n'avait en tête que les paroles de sa mère. « Assure-toi que personne ne découvre que tu es déguisée en ta sœur », lui avait-elle dit, en regardant la fausse tache de naissance dessinée au maquillage sur le visage de sa fille restante. « Tu dois faire en sorte que M. Charlie t'épouse, tout ce que nous possédons en dépend ! » dit-elle. C'était dommage, car l'homme à ses côtés ressemblait étrangement à l'homme qu'elle avait perdu tant d'années auparavant. La faveur d'Anthony Charlie auprès des femmes était notoirement difficile à obtenir, mais, dans un excès d'ivresse, il se glissa sous les draps avec la femme à ses côtés, séduit par le souvenir de quelqu'un qu'il avait perdu il y a longtemps et à qui cette femme ressemblait. Cependant, elle n'avait jamais eu de tache de naissance. Ça ne pouvait pas être elle. Leur rencontre était-elle fortuite ? Que révélerait leur passé caché !? Rejoignez Eve Thompson dans son palpitant périple de courtoisie et d'espionnage politique alors qu'elle endosse le rôle de la vie à présent abandonnée de sa sœur jumelle et tente de sauver sa famille en gagnant le cœur du mystérieux célibataire, Anthony Charlie!

Having dealt with malicious fans and sasaengs, promoted major celebrities, and brought down rival stars in her years in the entertainment industry, Mu Qianli accomplished a huge feat today. She, by complete accident, became involved in an indescribable relationship with the entertainment industry's rising star, Pei Jinxi. Pei Jinxi, who started acting at six, is the top cash cow under a rival company. Only 20 years old with countless fans. Mu Qianli could only cautiously and fearfully seek help online: Asking for advice on being forced to date a top trending idol, please respond (ps, fans are super fierce, and it'd be even worse if they knew I was from a rival agency) Much later, Mu Qianli accidentally posted and quickly deleted a photo of them holding hands from the wrong account. The fans immediately came for her: Here she comes, here she comes, she's back with her publicity stunts. "An agent so desperate to be famous is a first." "If you want to debut, just say it, don't drag my brother into this." "Is it that being an agent doesn't pay as much as being a star? Are you crazy for money?" ...... A certain company's chairman: I hope the fans drive her out of the entertainment industry, she's my daughter that stubbornly refuses to come back and inherit a fortune. A certain top star: I don't want to be famous, having one celebrity in the family is enough for us. Fans: ????

Eve Thompson acordou na cama do solteiro mais cobiçado da Cidade S com o braço dele em volta de sua cintura, mas ela só tinha as palavras de sua mãe em sua mente. "Certifique-se de que ninguém descubra que você está disfarçada como sua irmã," disse-lhe ela, olhando para a marca de nascença falsa desenhada com maquiagem no rosto da filha restante. "Você tem que fazer o Senhor Charlie se casar com você, tudo que temos depende disso!" disse ela. Era uma pena, pois o homem ao lado dela se parecia muito com o homem que ela havia perdido muitos anos atrás. O favor de Anthony Charlie com as mulheres era notoriamente difícil de conquistar, mas em um estupor de bêbado, ele se arrastou para debaixo dos lençóis com a mulher ao lado dele, seduzido pela memória de alguém que ele havia perdido há muito tempo e que esta mulher se parecia. Contudo, ela nunca teve uma marca de nascença. Nunca poderia ser ela. Seu encontro foi coincidência? O que o passado escondido deles revelaria!? Junte-se a Eve Thompson em sua empolgante jornada de cortejo e espionagem política enquanto ela assume o lugar de sua irmã gêmea na vida agora abandonada e tenta salvar sua família conquistando o coração do misterioso solteiro, Anthony Charlie!

``` Eve Thompson mendapati dirinya terbangun di tempat tidur pria lajang paling memikat di Kota S dengan lengan pria tersebut melingkar di pinggangnya, tapi yang terlintas di pikirannya hanyalah kata-kata ibunya. "Pastikan tidak ada yang tahu kamu menyamar sebagai saudara perempuanmu," kata ibu itu padanya, sambil melihat tanda lahir palsu yang digambar dengan riasan di wajah anak perempuannya yang tersisa. "Kamu harus membuat Pak Charlie menikahimu, semuanya tergantung pada itu!" ucapnya. Sungguh sayang, karena pria di sampingnya sangat mirip dengan pria yang dia kehilangan bertahun-tahun yang lalu. Anthony Charlie memang terkenal sulit untuk mendapatkan simpati dari wanita, namun dalam kondisi mabuk, dia merangkak di bawah seprei dengan wanita di sampingnya, terpikat oleh memori seseorang yang telah lama hilang yang sangat mirip dengan wanita ini. Namun, dia tidak pernah memiliki tanda lahir. Tak mungkin itu dia. Apakah pertemuan mereka kebetulan? Apa yang akan terungkap dari masa lalu yang tersembunyi mereka!? Ikuti perjalanan seru Eve Thompson dalam kisah cinta dan spionase politik saat dia mengambil alih kehidupan saudara kembarnya yang kini ditinggalkan dan berusaha menyelamatkan keluarganya dengan memenangkan hati sang bujangan misterius, Anthony Charlie! ```

"Greed is the fire of a pirate; A good servant worthy of fueling his ambitions, yet, a bad master capable of consuming the pirate himself !!!" ............ But for an ambitious pirate born without a name, greed was the last thing on his mind! A whole new exploit begins for Captain Noname and his crew as they journey on a quest to fulfil Noname's ambition of being one of the Esteemed 'Grande Pirates', but with the dreaded Captain Black Jack in his way, and millions of other Pirates aspiring for the same feat, he is forced to risk everything............. ........Including his own life !

A child limited from birth will make his way in a world of magic and sword, overcoming all the obstacles that come his way. A young hero who will mark a generation with his genius, his feats and his adventures. An adult who will lead humanity in a brutal fight while making allies and fighting against enemies who have always been chasing him. A mature genius who will face the most difficult decision and make the greatest sacrifice. Follow Gael on this magical adventure as he learns, grows, fights and surprises everyone he meets on his way.

The native planet where a multitude of people suffering from the consequences of overpopulation and forceful servitude on Earth migrated to Crystallia via gravitational slipstream between planets. It was believed that such a feat was impossible and that a normal human being would not be able to survive such an ordeal, but then one of the most unpredictable physical phenomena in the universe besides the power of God was gravity. The galaxy collision occurred during the era of the slave trade when the supersized galaxy known as Redromida collided with the Milky Way. Naturally, none of the elements touched as the scientists had suggested, but there were phenomenons that they failed to predict. One such occurrence was the impact of the planet Crystallia disturbing the orbit of the Earth. The result of such a proximity between Crystallia, which happened to be as large as the planet Jupiter and Earth was astronomical. The resulting earthquakes and disasters shattered the very concept of living for man, and then the gravitational pathways between the planets, which lasted for more than 2 and a half years, were established. The migration began after several who had made the journey by accident had returned with glad tidings of fertile land, greener pastures, and a safe heaven from the power of the Aro and other European slave traders. The migration lasted until the gravitational slipstream ended; by then, the slave traders had discovered the path, but by the time they made plans to pursue the merchandise, the gravitational link between Earth and Crystallia had come to an end. The majority of people who made the journey were from parts of West Africa, the central parts of Asia, the Red Indians of North America and a few from the northern parts of South America. They had barely settled into their new home when the planets natural immune system was triggered, the Ẹbọras emerged intending to end the branch of humanity that had the gall to make this planet their home. The struggle for survival began; man was able to harness the crystal mined from the planet to forge an energy source, they were able to till the land to produce food, and they built large walls to shelter themselves from the Ẹbọra. As man thrived, man also adapted to this new planet; exposure to this new crystal energy and air, which was not oxygen but breathable, caused a change in man’s biological constitution. The next generation had Evolved into something else. Thus, the story begins. Adewale was killed on the streets of modern-day Lagos in the country called Nigeria; for some reason, God decided that Adewale didn’t deserve death and reincarnated him in this new world called Crystallia. He is forced to grow up quickly because of the sad state of the society he was born into, a society where the rich prey upon the poor using them as stepping stones in achieving their selfish ambitions. As a child, Adewale was forcefully recruited into the military force of the Lagos Shelter, where he was forced to use his useless ability to pave a path towards success. Through the hardship of this world, he managed to gather trusted allies and embarked on a quest of his own to take control of the Lagos shelter and end corruption. What he didn’t count on was the fact that the heart of the greedy thinks only of staying the hunger of their greed and that greed will lead to war, savagery and destruction. Thus the exciting story of Adewale begins, with his closest companion that named itself Symbiot.

If you're reading this, then chances are you're drawn to tales of Greek mythological characters and monsters . Update schedule: 2-3 chaps per day Ding {System notification} God of War, Ares, hath been vanquished {+one million exp points} "What the heck! I just defeated a god and I got only a million exp? Cronus, you stingy ancient relic! I’ll get you for this!" Rex yelled. "Verily, thou hast bested but the god of mere skirmishes, Ares. Prithee, speak not of billions in reward 'til thou doth lay low Zeus, Poseidon, or Hades. Until then, relish thy modest crumbs, mortal!" "Talk normally!" Rex screamed You’ve merely vanquished the god of brawls, Ares. When you manage to take down Zeus, Poseidon, or Hades, then we can talk about real rewards. Until then, enjoy your pocket change!" "Okay, now I even hate it when you speak normally!" Rex facepalmed ************** Pandora's box has been opened! Woe unto humans!! The entertainment of the gods has just begun!!! Years after the titans were defeated at the hands of the Olympians, humanity started to awaken abilities that made them accomplish feats that would have been only possible in Superhero movies. Yet "evil must accompany good," as monsters also began to emerge on Earth. Amidst all of this, an orphan boy named Rex fails to awaken anything, as if this isn’t enough, a pitiful end soon follows him, but it seemed as if fate hadn’t forsaken him yet, as the very depths began call for him, ***Young one, You have inherited my will*** But great power comes at a great cost

*Awakening Is The Dawn Of A New Eternity. in the depths of my own consciousness, I have discovered the keys to unlock the mysteries of the cosmos.* Elian, a young and talented but struggling soccer player discovers a mysterious system that appears in his mind, claiming to be the "Awakening System." The system offers to help Elian become the greatest soccer player of all time, but at a cost. A terrifying one. As Elian uses the system's powers, he must navigate the consequences of relying on its abilities and the true cost of his success. System Core Abilities: - "Skill Boost": Temporarily increases Elian's skills and abilities - "Game Reading": Gives Elian real-time analysis and predictions of the game - "Body Enhancement": Enhances Elian's physical abilities, allowing him to perform superhuman feats. Level up to gain more abilities. As Elian rises to fame and success, he must confront the darkness within himself and the true nature of the Awakening System trying to consume his humanity. Will he find a way to balance his ambition with his humanity, or will the darkness of the system consume him completely? *it’s my very first system novel since I’m not a fan of systems. you should know before you start reading that the system is very realistic and the MC would struggle with it a lot. oh and, it contains a little sci-fi. just a tiny bit, it doesn’t affect the main story. There will be romance too, like, the MC would get a life besides football.

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of Fire elemental martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift on his 8th birthday—a connection to two differing elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift and a tampering of the order until now that is an omen. It is a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria on a more serious level. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat of the Abyss' encroachment on his universe, but one step at a time as he grows from just a tool of the God's to a major power as the hero of not only Nexaria, but the entire universe. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situations? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

In the world of the heavens, there are an elite few in history who transcend the word "genius." They rise through the ranks of cultivation with unparalleled speed, perform feats that defy common sense on a regular basis, and generally educate all who cross their path on just what it means for the difference between two cultivators to be as the difference between heaven and earth. This…is NOT their story. Xu Zuhui has never been considered a genius, or particularly talented, though no one would call him a failure either—no small feat in the cutthroat world of VRMMOs, the dominant form of entertainment on a dying Earth. Indeed, he is one of the lucky few to escape the terrible, ruined real world by uploading to a persistent virtual world based on the world of Cultivation. But though his new body and new life comes with substantial perks, he will soon discover there are substantial risks as well. He’s far from the only strong talent in this new world, and few such people are happy to welcome more into their ranks. In what was supposed to be a virtual world, Xu Zuhui will soon find that the stakes he’s fighting for are very real…and he’ll have to become very strong indeed to survive the events the real hero of this world will inevitably drag him into. Updates daily at 8 AM EST!

In a world still bearing the scars of recent wars, a truly exceptional man was born. His power could be felt miles away, his beauty captivated everyone who saw him, and his abilities were beyond imagination... This heaven-blessed man was… not part of our story, sorry :-p We often hear about those overpowered heroes, born with immense talent or into illustrious families, those privileged few to whom destiny has smiled. But what about us, the ordinary people ? Those without innate talent or privilege? Those who must build everything from scratch? This is the story of Ikku, a teenager to whom life has never been kind. An ordinary person, just like you and me, who simply understood that if he had no talent, he’d have to create one himself. Embark on an extraordinary journey in a fantastic world filled with mystery, as Ikku sets out to find the 4 legendary Millennium Jewels, treasures no one has ever been able to recover. Will sheer determination and willpower be enough to accomplish such an impossible feat? Only time will tell.

I got pulled into the game that I’d dominated for five whole seasons, holding the number one leaderboard spot without a break since launch. How many people could say they’d pulled off a feat like that? A Free-to-Play player ruling a Pay-to-Win game? Probably just me. Eventually, it all got stale, and I decided to quit. But one night, while I was sleeping, I suddenly found myself inside the game, Astral Point, where the Administrator asked me to beat the game for real—not just from behind a computer screen. So, I agreed to the request, thinking it was all just a vivid dream. But as it turned out, none of it was a dream. I’m actually here, in the world of Astral Point, facing off against players from other dimensions who call themselves the Pay-to-Win (newbies). Extra Tags - LitRPG. - No Harem. - Historical & folklore figures as gacha units. - System to manage and upgrade gacha units and base.

Vol 1: The Unicorn's Forest Charlie Rivers is a 14-year old girl who is trying to get through high school without being noticed when she finds herself hearing a voice asking for help when she is only one of two who can hear it. She agrees, despite the fact the other person is someone she doesn't like. When she meets the 'voice' that needed help, she learns that it's a unicorn, yet she's the only one who seems to be able to see the horn. Everyone else thinks it's a horse. Charlie also learns that by having agreed to help the unicorn, she'd gotten herself involved with a group of friends, including the other person who can hear the unicorn, that she hadn’t been really involved with before. Not only is it changing her normal schedule drastically, given she hadn’t hung out with anyone before, but even her personal space seems under attack at times. As she continues to help the unicorn, she funds that going back to how she was isn’t as attractive as it had once been, before she was helping the unicorn but also she wonders if she really would want to. *Minor spoiler in the synopsis for vol. 2 if you haven't read vol. 1* Vol 2: Tip of Other Worlds Charlie and her friends begin traveling to other worlds in search of the world that the griffin canyon connects to. While they do that, Charlie finds herself torn with wanting to grow her relationship with Alex and beginning the expedition through different worlds. Then as the expedition begins, she finds more than she ever expected to find on other worlds, but ever in the back of her mind is the dream she had in which Beth, her best friend, dies in. A dream she's determined to keep from happening, even if she has to sacrifice the friendship that's come to mean so much to her. *Minor spoilers in vol. 3 synopsis* Vol. 3: Acclimating to a New World Charlie leaves her friends and is taken by The Lost. Her friends continue on and encounter a family who has the same disease they had just recovered from. While helping them, they learn about how this world is that of a matriarchal society and has been since ancient times. What that means they can't say, only that it's going to be awkward. Charlie comes to after a while, feeling like her brain had been I'm a fog and that she had been in a waking dream, only to find she's naked and in a kind of cage where she learns she's been taken as a slave. While she has no idea how this happened, she's determined to find a chance to successfully get out of that situation. Mature content will be either through implications or will only extend to the edge of it. The cover art was ai generated. If anyone has any thoughts or comments about this book they'd like to say, but not leave a record of it here, I can be contacted at etherelemental@gmail.com

In the sprawling metropolis of Terranova, the United Colonial Systems Marines (UCSM) stand as humanity’s ultimate shield, piloting colossal mechs in the defense of interstellar peace. For Leo Trask, a 24-year-old man paralyzed from the waist down in a drunk driving accident, that world was a distant dream—until an unexpected acceptance letter changes his life forever. Leo discovers that his enrollment into the elite UCSM pilot program is no mistake. Instead, he’s been handpicked for an experimental initiative designed to push the boundaries of human and machine integration. The procedure will render him fully paralyzed from the neck down, a sacrifice that promises to unlock the potential for solo piloting an unheard feat in the dual pilot program—an ability to control mechs with unparalleled precision. As Leo confronts his fears and the skepticism of those who doubt his place in the program, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy behind his selection. With the enigmatic Dr. Cortana as his ally and an untested mech awaiting his command, Leo embarks on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and transformation. In a world where technology blurs the line between human and machine, Leo must prove that even a shattered body can house an unbreakable spirit.

Cultivators have long aspired to overthrow the heavens and attain immortality; however, such a feat was always deemed impossible. Yet, when the impossible becomes possible, the outcome may differ from what one might envision. For only the Heavenly Dao is truly immortal. [What To Expect] - A God Protagonist - World Creation - System elements - MC will not become human Updates every Monday and Thursday

They exist. Beasts capable of performing god-like feats. With a stomp of their feet, the earth rumbles and with a single cry, the air shakes. Exotic and mysterious beasts have lived in this world for more than a hundred years since the Descent. And it is this new world that humanity with their diminished population struggle to survive. Bryan, an innocent transmigrator from Earth, finds himself saddled with the destiny of two lives and a fate that not even the new world is ready for. But he is not alone. For there are others who have come bearing a similar burden and a place created for those who share the same fate. Welcome to Beast Tamer Academy.

What makes a villain? Is it a tragic past? No! It's a past full of tragedy. He became something that people fear, someone used to hush the crying kids at home. Explore the mind of the Grim Reaper. For those who have not read DEUS EX MACHINA book 1 fear not, you can read Book 0 first, there won't be any contradictions in the order and plot you choose to follow. So read any that you fancy first . . .

She closed her eyes waiting for the worse . . . "Please, don't hurt me." Instead of pain, she felt his hand moving across her face. . . "I won't, after all, are you not my master?" (A slow-pacing action, romance, fantasy, a little bit of psychology and realism)

Picture yourself as Asher, a 16-year-old living a normal life. Nothing much could happen, right? Amidst his normal life was an ominous figure seeking nothing but chaos, and so, he began the apocalypse, forcing all teenagers to play his games. But for what purpose? Simply to become a god. Read as Asher uncovers new powers in search of the 'godhood'—his initial objective. Is such a feat even possible?

"Yeah, too bad I couldn't," Lucas whispered back just before he kissed her. It was a kiss that happened so fast Meghan didn't see it coming. A kiss so light it was almost as if their lips didn't meet. A kiss that was over before she could enjoy it. Not at all the kind of kiss she had been thinking about giving him last night. And yet, there was still enough to it to send a mini earthquake rippling through her.....

The teenage life can be hard, and when your new to the area its even worse. As Charlie moves from his enclosed city life, to the open aired island life, he's welcomed by very charismatic friend group. As simple as their lives on the island might seem, everyone has their stories, and everyone has their mysteries. Follow this friend group as they find the truth about each other, and dive deeper into the ones they thought they knew.

When Romeo falls in love with Juliana with the intentions of telling her how he feels Charlie his play boy friend falls in love with her unaware of this And Juliana was already in love with both of them

-Op Mc? Yes! -Daughter? Yes! -Multiple worlds? Yes! -Vast Lore? Yes! -Fastpace? Yes! ... "You either Die a Villain or Live long enough to see yourself as a Hero." ~Probably Spark --------------------------------------- Spark, the lofty young master of the Dwight family, had always been a mystery. His true abilities were never known until the day he stepped onto the frontlines. In one awe-inspiring exhibition of power, Spark shocked the world and sent the coalition army of the five emperors into a chaotic retreat. Now, with the eyes of the world on him, each faction lusted to uncover the secrets behind his unparalleled strength. Still, in spite of the rampant curiosity and greed, nobody had the guts to confront him directly. And with every rumor spread of his feats, a question burned in every mind: was Spark this powerful all this time, or was he casting an illusion of strength before everybody's eyes?

A collection of wild, weird, and wondrous tales that will intertwine with time! The world of Enverdolmal is on the edge of war as dark and menacing powers begin to make their moves from the Shadows, slowly tilting the balance of Aether -the magical energy that fuels everything in existence- in their favor.  Demons test their prison seals... Witches gather seeking chaos and anarchy... Monsters are on the march under strange and unknown banners... The long-lost Elemental Dragons are due to return... Our story is told through the eyes of approx 15 characters, starting with a knight by the name of Bastion Ridder who finds himself in the middle of it all. Garth Verlore -the famous and sprawling school where he was set to teach- falls under siege by forces that no one seemed to see coming, and he must do all that he can (while fighting alongside staff and students alike) to see to it that he doesn't become the one last knight... With classes like "Dragon Slaying 101" and "Goblin Battle Tactics" Bastion knew that this would be no small feat... It all started so well, but eventually everyone falls...Be it in love or war. Or even the classroom! Knights & Mages. Dragons & Goblins. Spirits & Demons & Witches And so very much more awaits you in this tale of triumph, chaos, love, war, betrayal, and loss. Are you ready to turn one last page? Read one last story? lose one last knight? -----

In a universe where cultivation holds the key to power, our main character - the son of the strongest god, seeks to become the strongest being ever. With the help of a unique constitution, the legendary "Body of Nature"—the origin of all existence, he aspires to attain a realm that has not been reached by anyone. Witness his journey to greatness as he faces challenges and achieves remarkable feats. Brace yourself for an epic tale of cultivation, strength, and the pursuit of becoming the ultimate being!

Charlie, a hardened U.S army veteran, with 15years of experience in army, shredded body,angular face and blue piercing eyes ,had left the battlefield behind, ready to live a quiet life. But when the zombie apocalypse shattered the world, he was dragged back into the fight. On a high-stakes mission, he was bitten—marked for death in a world where no one survives the infection. But Charlie isn’t like anyone else. He didn’t die. Instead, he woke up stronger, immune to the disease. Then, out of nowhere, a glowing window appeared in front of him, offering a reward that would change everything. Skill point Added : 2 [New Blueprint Unlocked] [New Crafting recipe Unlocked] [CLAIM]

Astraeus and Amoret, twins born into a world without a father, but never asking, with weak bodies, but strong minds. Due to their weak bodies but strong minds, Astraeus, grows protective of his family in the face of his own weakness, while seeking control, Amoret on the other hand begins to dislike weakness, while growing fond of nature itself, but disproving of its flaws in her eyes. But what both of them don't know is that their weakness they dislike is just the price they and their mum paid for a great achievement of reintroduction. And the weakness they dislike to be the foundation in the future to become the only trio of Orisankonminidae primordia's in existence, a feat not possible in the infinite universe without almost impossible requirements. A very young new race of beings that grow stronger by maturing.

"Charlie, please!" I begged her again. "Just tell me what's wrong. Tell me what I did wrong. I'll fix it. I swear, I'll fix it." I was on my knees in her University's student park. People were staring, some were even taking pictures of the bizarre scene infront of them, but I didn't care. The woman I love has spent two and a half months not answering any of my calls or replying to any of my messages. And now here I was begging her to not give up on us and she was...eating ice cream? "Forest, you need to go!" She whispered screamed while camera phones flashed at us. "I said we're over. Just let it go!" "No!" I practically roared. "I love you, Charlie and...and I know for a fact that you love me too. So no. We're not over. We'll never be over." ******* After a shattering break up, Forest finally finds a way to put it behind him and move on.After five years of trying to forget the love of his life, she suddenly reappears and tells him she wants him back. Forest has a choice to make - forget the past and be with the only woman he's ever loved or uncover the mystery behind the break up and go digging in a past that everyone is trying to hide. *** This story may not be published on any other platform in any form whatsoever without the express written consent of the author, Eli Stone.

# The Rise from Despair: Qiao Nian's Journey of Redemption In the opulent confines of the Hou Mansion, Qiao Nian once reigned as the cherished pearl in the palm of everyone's hands for fifteen blissful years. Her life was a tapestry of love and privilege, surrounded by doting parents, an adoring elder brother, and a promising engagement to the renowned General Xiao, a hero who had achieved great military feats. But fate, with its cruel whims, had other plans. One fateful day, Qiao Nian's world came crashing down around her. She was abruptly informed that she was nothing more than a fake千金 (adopted daughter). In an instant, the love and affection that had been hers were snatched away and bestowed upon Lin Yuan. Her once-loving parents turned their backs on her, devoting all their attention to Lin Yuan. Her elder brother, driven by his infatuation for Lin Yuan, heartlessly pushed her down a small building. Even her fiancé, General Xiao, chose to side with Lin Yuan, leaving Qiao Nian alone and betrayed. For the sake of Lin Yuan, they all stood by indifferently as Qiao Nian was unjustly accused. Without a word of protest, they watched as she was punished and sent to the laundry bureau, where she endured three long years of servitude. Those three years were a living hell, filled with hardship, loneliness, and heartbreak. Day after day, night after night, she suffered in silence, her spirit slowly crushed under the weight of their betrayal. But just when it seemed that all hope was lost, a remarkable transformation occurred. Three years later, the tables turned in a most unexpected way. The Hou Ye and his wife, filled with remorse, fell to their knees before Qiao Nian, tears streaming down their faces. "Nian Nian, we were wrong. Please come home with us," they pleaded, their voices choked with regret. The arrogant young master of the Hou Mansion knelt outside her door for an entire night, his pride shattered. "Nian Nian, can you find it in your heart to forgive me?" he begged, his eyes filled with desperation. And General Xiao, the once-untouchable hero, approached her with wounds that bled both physically and emotionally. "Nian Nian, please have pity on me. Look at me one more time," he implored, his voice filled with pain. But Qiao Nian's heart, which had been broken into a million pieces during those three years of torment, was now as cold as ice. The love and trust that had once burned bright within her had been extinguished, replaced by a deep well of bitterness and resentment. "Pity? It would be better if I were dead and my ashes scattered to the wind," she thought, her heart hardened against their pleas. However, Qiao Nian's story didn't end in despair. In the midst of her darkest hour, she met a man who saw her for who she truly was and loved her unconditionally. With him by her side, she found a new lease on life, a happiness she had never dared to dream of. As Qiao Nian blossomed in her newfound happiness, those who had once wronged her could only watch from afar, filled with regret and longing. They were afraid to even approach her, for fear that in the years to come, they would lose even the chance to catch a glimpse of her from a distance. This is a story of betrayal and redemption, of heartbreak and hope. It is a tale that will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, from the depths of despair to the heights of joy. Join Qiao Nian on her journey as she rises from the ashes of her past and discovers the true meaning of love and happiness.