Pulling Her Weight

I want to die. She believed dying seemed to be the easiest way to escape her fate and the pain that overwhelmed her remaining existence. "What is there for me to live for?" Her hand instinctively touched the ring on her finger, the only thing left to remind her of the man she left behind. Of course, it was not how she envisioned her life would be. She had always thought she had everything mapped out. Her life was perfect with her future set. But who knew? Everything would change as her world suddenly turned upside down. She had lost the person she valued the most. How will I survive without you?

Betrayed and discarded to die by the one whom she loved the most, the former empress of Akea, Amelia Volemont finds her self in the body of Amelia Cosgrove, the first daughter of the Cosgrove family who was unwanted by her family and basically had everything taken from her including her fiance, Ace Blackwood, by her step Sister, Lilac Cosgrove. Determined not to repeat the mistakes of her past, Amelia decides to abandon love and live life on her own terms. Breaking off her engagement with Ace should have been a step toward freedom, but fate has other plans. To maintain their family’s reputation, her parents hastily re-engage her to Kai Blackwood, the so-called useless, unwanted son of the Blackwood family. Amelia reassures herself that this engagement won’t last long after all, Kai seems just as disinterested as she is. But six months later, she finds herself watching in disbelief as he eagerly helps her choose a wedding dress. A month later, she sees the headlines announcing the downfall of the once-powerful Blackwood family only to turn and find Kai smirking evily, a gloating glint in his eyes. Wasn't he suppose to be the useless son of the Blackwood family? Why did he seem to be a big boss instead? Disclaimer: The Cover and character Photos were gotten from Pintrest. If you are the artist and wish for it to be taken down please do inform me.

Everyone knew that Penelope was the only wolfless omega in the Woods family, a shame for the Dark Wood Pack. Penelope herself knew this. Every bully knew that Penelope was easy to pick on because no one would stand up for her. Even Penelope knew this. Everyone knew that Penelope would only mate with a poor omega like her and have a bunch of lowly omega children. Even Penelope knew that this was true—that social class was the biggest gap to bridge—but she didn't give up hope. The promised knight who was going to save the princess came down from the sky on her 18th birthday. Just like every fairy tale, a princess would be saved by a perfect kiss. Not Penelope, though. Just as Penelope was getting excited about her new life, she realized that the princess could wait for the knight to save her because the dragon had never hurt her. Dragon or knight? Penelope thought she could make the right choice and avoid problems in the future, but when she was betrayed again, she realized that a real princess wasn't just a vase there to be saved. *** A/N: This is an experimental piece that contains sexual, bloody, and violent scenes. Please exercise caution when selecting.

Character Settings: Female Lead (Shen Zhaoyan) – 23, lawyer, former law school beauty queen, university classmate of Song Yiheng. She has long, cool brown wavy hair, sharp and defined facial features, slightly upturned eyes, a delicate and straight nose, an elegant oval face, and M-shaped lips. She has a slender figure (165 cm, 100 lbs) and dresses in a sleek and professional style. She is cold, rational, and composed. Second Female Lead (Yang Xiaoning) – 23, a professional basketball player for the national women’s team, the person Shen Zhaoyan falls for at first sight. She has short, stylish black hair, slightly drooping eyes, sharp-angled eyebrows, a prominent aquiline nose, and a diamond-shaped face that enhances her striking features. Her lips naturally curve downward, giving her a cool and serious demeanor. She has an athletic build (183 cm, 134 lbs) and usually dresses in a casual, sporty style. She is calm, steady, and reserved. Male Lead (Song Yiheng) – 23, notorious playboy, former university heartthrob, and Shen Zhaoyan’s classmate. He has a 3:7 parted wavy hairstyle, alluring peach blossom eyes, and a distinctive tear mole at the corner of his right eye. His nose is refined and upturned, with a sharply defined jawline. He has a fit physique with visible abs due to regular workouts. His lips curve naturally into a playful smile. His style is luxurious and fashionable, reflecting his carefree and flirtatious nature. (185 cm, 140 lbs) Second Male Lead (Bai Muli) – 25, Shen Zhaoyan’s childhood friend and senior at their university. He has a clean and slightly tousled 4:6 parted hairstyle, gentle puppy-like eyes, a teardrop-shaped nose, and well-proportioned facial features. His face is rounder compared to the others, giving him a softer look. His lips are naturally petal-shaped. Though he appears lean in clothing, he has a well-toned physique from working out with Song Yiheng. His dressing style is fresh and artistic. He is gentle, caring, and dependable. (181 cm, 136 lbs)

Power is a double-edged sword. It promises control, yet those who wield it are mere pawns in its grand design. Princess Isolde was born to rule, yet her fate was written in blood long before she could speak. The sole heir to the human kingdom, she was promised to the witches in a marriage alliance that sealed her father’s grip on power. But love was never meant to be part of the bargain. Amidst the ruins of a brutal war, Isolde finds solace in the arms of Dean, a captured werewolf prince. Their love is forbidden, their bond irreversible. When betrayal whispers through the palace halls, her father orders Dean’s execution—shattering her heart and leaving her with nothing but grief… and a secret growing inside her. Days before her sixteenth birthday, the king falls to a mysterious illness, and the court demands she fulfill her duty—marry the witch prince who orchestrated her lover’s death. But Isolde is no longer the helpless princess they once controlled. With vengeance burning in her veins and the blood of two warring legacies within her, she will become a queen not just bound by destiny—but one who reshapes it. The question is—will she reclaim power, or will power claim her?

He called me his ruin. Then he made me one. Alpha Shiloh's rejection wasn’t just a scar—it was a betrayal. He left me shattered. Broken. And I had to rebuild myself in silence. I almost forgot the way his touch once burned like salvation. Now he’s back. Not to beg forgiveness. To bargain. A deadly mission, he says. He promises freedom. But then presence ignites my wolf into a frenzy. She thrashes, desperate to claim him again. But I remember the coldness in his eyes when he exiled me. The way the pack turned their backs as I crawled into the wilderness, half-dead and wholly broken. Hate simmers hotter than desire. Yet here I am, bargaining with the devil who shattered me. Every moment we share is a lie. He doesn’t know about the shadows I’ve fed, the truth I’ve buried. Or the child. One whisper of its existence, and the pack will paint the forest with my blood. But the closer we get to completing his mission, the harder it is to hide… from him, or from the part of me that still craves him. Freedom has a price. So does vengeance. And I’m not sure which will destroy me first.

Alan has just turned 18 and graduated high school, but his dreams are far from ordinary. Devoted to his mother, Alicia—a stunning yet emotionally distant woman—he has spent years caring for her, taking over household responsibilities, and ensuring her happiness. But now, his desires have grown into something deeper, something unspoken. As he prepares to confess his true feelings, Alan risks everything—his relationship, his home, and his future—on a moment that could change both their lives forever.

After a passionate night with a stranger, Sabine decides to continue living her life but unknown to her, the man she spent the night with is a mafia don and the man her father is trying to catch. In a fit of revenge, he decides to take sabine prisoner. Over the course of time, she finds herself falling for him amidst the treacherous feelings of anger, rage, passion, regret and love and he falls deeply in love with her. With new enemies, conflicting feelings and passions, would this love stand the test of the harsh realities of the mafia world?

Forcefully teleporting someone into a deadly game is not a nice thing to do, but now that he is here, and a rich reward has been promised to the survivors, our protagonist must fortify himself, for he has people to find, and a game to survive. At least there's magic, he thinks, as the bloodstains on his clothes vanish.

Sarah’s life had become a prison, a gilded cage forged by the oppressive grip of the Chen Dynasty. Desperate to escape, she made a choice she thought would save her—a loveless marriage. But instead of freedom, she found herself trapped in a different kind of hell. Her husband, once a stranger, became a tormentor, his betrayals and abuse chipping away at her spirit. She endured it all, clinging to the hope that one day she might find a way out. The final blow came when she discovered that her closest friend had been part of his schemes. The betrayal cut deeper than any wound her husband had inflicted. It was the last straw.  Defying her family’s protests and societal expectations, Sarah broke free. She walked away from the life that had suffocated her, determined to reclaim her identity and rebuild her shattered world. But freedom came with its own challenges. She had to navigate a life she no longer recognized, relearning how to trust, how to hope, and most importantly, how to love. The road ahead was uncertain. Would she succeed in piecing together the fragments of her heart? Could she find love again, or would the scars of her past forever hold her back?

she just couldn't stop crying for others... until her hair started turning white and every wish she fulfilled turned out to be regrets

The journey of a mad scientist who wishes a world without pain, but for this dream to come to pass, he needs someone, a lab rat and that is when he uses his daughter for the experiment. Dr. Peter wanted her to be out of pain, to be a weapon of joy and strength and not that of weakness. But will this work? Or will things take a bad turn

Hey Guys this is my second time trying to write a novel I once tried ECHOES BREAKER and I left that project and now I will carry out this watch this novel because it keep getting better and better I promise if you want to start it like side novel I will not recommend it to you because it will keep getting better and you will. Not left it in middle

"Take her," the dangerous man orders casually, like I'm the most boring little human he's ever encountered in his life. "I said stay the fuck away!" I yell at him this time, causing him to tilt his head in amusement. "A little girl like you shouldn't be swearing at your elders. It's bad habit. Your daddy should have taught you better." Hold on. My daddy. And if I heard correctly the first time, the other man had mentioned something about 'daughter' and 'grown woman'. Shit! What's going on? This must be Darius Hunter! And how do they know about my existence!? Oh no! My father! Have they taken him? Have they hurt him? "Darius... Hunter?" I stutter in sheer terror, the dangerous man tensing as I mention his name. "You know my name. I don't know if I should be impressed or disappointed," Darius chuckles, amusement seeping into his tone. "Errrm... I... Where's my father...?" My demand sounds more like a plea, my voice shuddering in painful anticipation. "Waiting for you at my place. He said we should come get you. I didn't expect you to be old enough to beat up my man. I am definitely impressed, and your value, my dear, has just gone up." --------------------------- Allison, a confined young woman who finds solace in books and writing, is thrust into a world of danger and deceit when her father, Frank, a reformed gambler turned priest, sells her to Darius Hunter, the infamous "Devil of California," to settle an old debt. Darius tries everything possible to break Allison for his pleasure, promising himself not to touch her innocence. Yet, as Allison navigates the treacherous waters of her new life, she discovers hidden strengths, forms unexpected bonds, and unravels the dark secrets of her family’s past. Amidst turmoil and passion, Allison and Darius find themselves entangled in a powerful and transformative love story, punctuated by shocking twists and turns.

Lucian thought he was doing the right thing—fulfilling an old man's dying wish. It wasn't much, really. He deleted the old man's browser history and, as a final touch, even placed a couple of R-18 magazines in his grave for good measure. You know, to make sure the old guardian had a peaceful afterlife, free of shame. The reward for his good deed? He got killed by a ghost that very same day. No, this isn't some twisted horror story. Lucian just had the misfortune of being reborn as the worst kind of character—a terminally ill, third-rate villain. Not even a true villain, honestly. Calling him a villain would be giving him too much credit. He’s more like an extra in someone else's grand story. Now, stuck inside a body that will eventually kill him, Lucian has to figure out how to survive, dodging life-threatening situations left and right... Will he be able to make it through? Update Schedule: 2 Chapters a day Discord Server: https://discord.gg/QZnWtaaRft Bonus Chapter Scheme below: Every 250 Powerstones = 1 Bonus Chapter Every 75 Golden Tickets = 1 Bonus Chapter Castle Gift = 3 Bonus Chapters Spacecraft Gift = 6 Bonus Chapters Golden Gachapon = 9 Bonus Chapters

Seventeen-year-old Rin Asakura is tired. Tired of pretending, tired of hoping, and tired of waking up to another day that feels the same. On the surface, he is just another quiet student, drifting through high school unnoticed. But inside, he carries an unbearable weight—the fear of being forgotten, the pain of feeling useless, and the exhaustion of existing without purpose. His world is a cycle of loneliness and self-doubt, where every interaction feels like a performance. He used to believe things would get better, but now, he isn’t so sure. His only solace is in late-night walks, the quiet hum of the city, and the thought that maybe, just maybe, tomorrow won’t come. But then he meets Aoi, a girl who hides her own scars behind a bright smile. She seems untouchable, always laughing, always surrounded by people. Yet, Rin notices the way her hands tremble when she thinks no one is looking. And somehow, their paths keep crossing. As their fragile connection deepens, Rin starts to wonder—is it possible to share the weight of suffering? Or will opening up only make things worse? When the past comes crashing back and secrets unravel, Rin is forced to face the one question he’s been avoiding: Does he want to live, or does he just not want to die?

A story of betrayal, redemption, and unexpected love, "Fate’s Second Chance" is a heartfelt journey of a woman who finds strength in her darkest moments and discovers that true love often comes when you stop looking for it.

They say fairy tales are just that, Tales. A figment of the readers imagination. Although for Rhea they are all too real, almost invasive in nature. Theres a Truth to everything, in her world this tale was her truth. Fiction becoming real, trying to find a line between the two becoming continuously grey.

In Vivian's world, emotional detachment and worldliness are her defense mechanisms. Struggling through life, she depended on the help of Ethan and Noah's father—a wealthy man who had once rescued her. This man was Vivian’s mother’s ex-husband. Back then, Ethan and Noah were still young and didn’t understand Vivian's situation. Instead, they resented her, thinking she stole their family’s attention and affection. But everything changed overnight. The sudden death of their parents triggered a swift collapse of their fragile family: the business went bankrupt, internal power struggles were exposed, and no one was left to protect them. Vivian—who had always been an outsider—became their only guardian. At just 18, she was the only adult in the family, preventing them from being sent to an orphanage. Over the years, Vivian grew to see Ethan and Noah as her brothers, caring for them as her own. But as they grew older, their feelings for her began to shift into something more than family. The lines blurred. Vivian, influenced by her mother who is an actress never had a healthy view of love. Her relationships were always fleeting, and she never had a stable partner. Now, as the brothers' feelings evolve into something deeper, Vivian finds herself torn. She knows that if she were to accept their love, it would change everything. A breakdown in their emotional bond could not only destroy their relationship but possibly sever any family connection they still have. Vivian struggles with the weight of this new dynamic, unsure of what to do with the tangled emotions between them. What will become of their relationships?

The next morning, Eleanor woke up in an unfamiliar room, sun streaming through the window. Beside her, the man from last night was fully dressed, sipping coffee. His expression was cold. The vague memories of last night returned in snippets. “I didn't mean… I was drunk,” Eleanor stammered. Liam raised an eyebrow with a small sad smile playing at the corner of his lips. “Save it. You're not the first to try to seduce me.” Eleanor's anger flared. “I wasn't trying to seduce you! And I'm not some prostitute.” Liam's gaze hardened. “Well, I'm not here to judge you, but don't expect any more than that.” With that, he turned and left, leaving Eleanor stunned. ******* Eleanor's life instantly changed when she lost her job and got into a contract marriage with Liam Chase, a ruthless and possessive billionaire who agreed to pay off her debts. Life with Liam was a difficult one as he was cold to her. She found solace in the hands of his cousin and became pregnant for him. But what happens when she finds out that her billionaire husband is linked to her past? Will she easily let go or will her past hunt her forever? Will Liam's cousin come to her rescue or is she doomed forever? Dive into the book and find out more.

Young Isabelle had a nice life living with her parents who treasured her like a princess until she is kidnapped by a syndicate and that night her life was turned upside down. She becomes an assassin as she grows up in that organization. She wishes to go back home, search for her parents and live like the innocent little girl she was before she was brutally separated from her family but ,will she be able to face her parents with her blood thirst behavior? When Nicholas is kidnapped together with other children one night, he easily discovers that his life as the young master of the Ssaru family has come to an end, in order to survive in the assassins' organization ,he pretends to have lost his memories as he looks for an opportunity to escape.

Hundreds of years since the Hero party sealed the Demon King the world had tilted in favor of those that sought to destroy Evil. However there will always be challenges to shift that balance, that is what the Hero and their party will find out as they seek to do what no other has done. - - {MeatBeef here, this is a "concept" short story I'll be writing as a way to both get back into writing and hopefully mark off writing a Novel from my bucket list. There will be no set schedule.}