Colonel Hastings

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

【Brand New Setting】【Fully Developed System】 When you awoke, you had become an official known as "Minister of Agriculture" in a fantasy game. "Dynasty's Prosperity" version: You diligently cultivated the "Seasonal Order," from "Harmonizing Winds and Rains" to "Summoning the Winds and Commanding the Rains," from "Bountiful Grain Harvests" to "All Things Flourish," commanding the seasons and quietly developing. You achieved minor successes, joined the army on expeditions, and controlled the "Four Books of Agriculture." You froze thousands of miles of great rivers to pave the way for the army. With "Miasma" you slew enemies, "Fog Shadow" obstructed tens of thousands of troops, establishing unparalleled military exploits and rising to the position of Director of Agriculture, secretly seizing the fate of the dynasty, all falling into your hands. "Spiritual Energy Resurgence" version: You nurtured "Mountain Spirits and Wild Creatures": Twin lotus make you invulnerable to both water and fire, the Seven Star Sword cools the light across Nineteen Provinces, Parasitic Species feeding on living beings, Void Species rooting in the void to absorb the Spiritual Energy of heaven and earth... You established an inner scenic area, cultivated immortal species, with "Grand Taiyi Lotus" replicating en masse! "Ancient Tree of Life" immortal and indestructible! "A true seed falls into the Dantian, can nurture spiritual sprouts for ten thousand years, one day when the cultivation is complete, my life is governed by me, not by the heavens!" "Heart fire shines like the sun, kidney water is the source, spleen stores earth, lungs refine through metal, liver sustains with qi. Using the body as the foundation, nurture original species, foster all laws, achieving the status of Shennong Dao Master !"

Vor fünf Jahren war sie noch der größte Witz in Haishi! Sieben Monate nach ihrer Schwangerschaft entdeckte sie, dass der Mann aus ihrer leidenschaftlichen Nacht nicht ihr zukünftiger Ehemann war. Der Mann, den sie so sehr liebte, hatte bereits eine Affäre mit ihrer Schwester... Fünf Jahre später kehrt sie mit ihrem entzückenden, genialen Kind zurück, um sich zu rächen. Zu ihrer Überraschung entpuppte sich der Vater des Kindes als der mächtigste Mann! Von da an war sie die meist beneidete Frau der Welt! Tycoon Qi erklärte arrogant: "Du hast mich für hunderttausend angeheuert, jetzt gehöre ich dir ein Leben lang!" Prinzessin Tian Tian klammerte sich an ihr Bein: "Mama, du hast mich fünf Jahre lang gemieden, aber jetzt bist du endlich zurück und übernimmst Verantwortung!" Prinz Momo überschüttet seine Mutter mit Zuneigung: "Mama, hier ist meine Bankkarte, gib sie aus, wie du willst." Genie Yuan Bao beklagte sich mitleidig: "Schönheit Ling, du begünstigst nicht mehr nur mich!"

# WIFE-CHASING Su Wan liebte Jing Chen seit zehn Jahren, und sie war seit zwei Jahren mit ihm verheiratet. Jing Chen war immer der Ehemann, ganz gleich, ob sie allein oder in der Öffentlichkeit waren. Er erinnerte sich an ihren Hochzeitstag und bereitete zu jedem besonderen Anlass Geschenke für sie vor. Sie war sein Augapfel, und er behandelte sie wie einen kostbaren Schatz. Er mochte ihren Körper so sehr, dass man sagen könnte, er sei von ihm besessen. Doch nur Su Wan wusste, dass Jing Chen sich nur wie ein perfekter Ehemann verhielt, weil er ein Mann der Worte war. Sie würde nie vergessen, was er ihr bei ihrer Heirat sagte: "Ich kann dich heiraten, aber ich habe bereits jemanden, den ich liebe. Unsere Ehe wird drei Jahre lang halten. Drei Jahre später wirst du derjenige sein, der Großvater die Scheidung vorschlägt." Als Jing Chen an ihrem zweiten Jahrestag die Scheidungspapiere hervorholte und sie ihr vorlegte, war Su Wan nicht überrascht. Sie steckte heimlich ihren Schwangerschaftstest weg. "Es sind zwar noch nicht drei Jahre wie versprochen, aber Bai Lian ist zurück. Ich kann es wieder gutmachen", sagte Jing Chen. Su Wan nickte ruhig: "Okay." "Du wirst diejenige sein, die Großvater um die Scheidung bittet. Sag ihm, dass du schon jemanden hast, den du magst. Auch wenn Großvater nicht zustimmen will, wird er dich nicht abweisen", sagte Jing Chen. Su Wan nickte: "Verstehe, aber... ist eine Scheidung ein Muss? Und wenn ich sage, wir bekommen ein Kind?" Jing Chen antwortete: "Su Wan, in meiner Welt gibt es kein Wenn. Ich habe immer empfängnisverhütende Maßnahmen ergriffen. Selbst wenn es wirklich zu einem Unfall kommen sollte, werde ich dafür sorgen, dass er verschwindet. Ich werde dieses Risiko nicht auf mich nehmen." An seinem Hochzeitstag wurde Su Wans Baby als Frühchen geboren. Su Wan war in einen Autounfall verwickelt, und die Szene war voller Blut. In einer Blutlache liegend, drückte Su Wan ihren Bauch fest an sich, verzweifelt, um ihn zu schützen. Später gab es Gerüchte, dass Jing Chen seine Braut an diesem Tag verlassen hatte. Er bewahrte den kalten Körper seiner Ex-Frau eine ganze Woche lang auf und ließ nicht zu, dass sie beerdigt wurde. Jing Chen war völlig außer sich. Bis eines Tages Su Wan mit zwei entzückenden Babys an ihm vorbeiging...

Auf dem Höhepunkt ihrer Karriere verkündete die A-Schauspielerin Song Ning ihren Rückzug aus der Unterhaltungsbranche aus Liebe und schockierte damit die Nation. Alle dachten, dass sie ihr ideales Zuhause gefunden haben musste. Deshalb war sie auch so entschlossen. Das dachte Song Ning anfangs auch. Für den Rest ihres Lebens würde sie keine Berühmtheit mehr sein. Sie würde nur eine tugendhafte und tugendhafte Frau sein, die sich zu Hause um ihren Mann und ihre Kinder kümmern würde. Doch in der Nacht vor ihrer Hochzeit fand sie heraus, dass ihr Verlobter eine Affäre mit ihrer besten Freundin hatte. Wütend suchte Song Ning einen beliebigen Mann auf, um ihre Ehe am Eingang des Amtes für zivile Angelegenheiten zu registrieren. Ursprünglich wollte sie sich an ihrem dreckigen Verlobten rächen, aber sie hatte nicht damit gerechnet, dass der Mann, der seine Ehe mit ihr registrierte, der Erbe des größten Finanzkonzerns des Landes, Mu Chen, war. Nachdem sie geheiratet hatten, kümmerte sich Mu Chen rührend um Song Ning und beschützte sie auf jede erdenkliche Weise. Er erlaubte niemandem, sie zu schikanieren. Song Ning dachte immer, dass sie für den Rest ihres Lebens glücklich sein und das beste Leben führen würde, das sie wollte. Das ist richtig, sie hat es bekommen. Es war nur ein wenig anders, als sie es sich ursprünglich vorgestellt hatte. Die Person, die ihr alles gab, war jemand anderes. Viele Jahre später... Song Ning sah Mu Chen liebevoll an. "Ich habe wirklich Glück. Gott sei Dank bin ich dir begegnet und du hast mich aus der Hölle gerettet." Mu Chen lächelte schwach. "Ja, Gott sei Dank." Doch Song Ning würde es nie erfahren. Mu Chen sprach nicht davon, Gott dafür zu danken, dass er Song Ning treffen durfte. Er dankte Gott, dass er zuließ, dass Song Nings Verlobter sie betrog, damit er eine Chance bekam. So etwas wie eine zufällige Begegnung gab es nicht. Es war einfach eine vorsätzliche Verfolgung. An diesem Tag wartete er zehn Stunden lang vor dem Büro für zivile Angelegenheiten auf Song Ning...

Author : Yi Shi Si Zhou 一十四洲 “Until the day humanity falls.” In the year 2020, Earth’s magnetic poles disappeared and humankind was nearly wiped out by cosmic radiation. Within the span of a hundred years, living creatures began to mutate and devour each other while the remaining humans, numbering in the tens of thousands, struggled bitterly in their man-made bases. In the Abyss, home to the mutated xenogenics, there lived a sentient little mushroom. Because it had been nourished by the blood and flesh of the deceased human An Ze, not only did it take on a similar-looking human form, but a similar name as well: An Zhe. An Zhe is determined to go to the human base to search for his spore, which had been harvested by humans. Once there, however, he faces the omnipresent risk of discovery and certain death as he tries to keep his non-human nature hidden from the Judges, whose responsibility is to inspect for and eliminate xenogenics like himself. And of all the Judges, Colonel Lu Feng is the most perceptive and merciless—as soon as he determines that someone is a xenogenic, he will execute that person on the spot. But An Zhe’s mutation goes undetected by Lu Feng’s eyes, and so a tale of humans and xenogenics unfolds…

Captain Elizabeth Vinea - an officer with the 3rd Reconnaissance Squadron has been tasked with a retrieval mission. Her team of four, are two occupy the ruined township of Lycoa and unearth the entrance to a demonic gate reportedly located underneath the now devastated city. Reports indicated a relic from within the gate is to be retrieved at all costs. "Intel's here and there, not much to go on, I know. Nevertheless, I'm entrusting this mission to you Cpt. Vinea. We need bodies on the field, and we need them immediately." The Colonel handed over the mission brief to the saluting officer. "Understood, Colonel, we depart for Lycoa at once." "Godspeed." The captain left with her new orders in hand, the colonel - once the doors to his office were close: snickered, and begrudged: "...Damned demons...what could they be plotting now..." before continuing on with his desk-work.

Atlas was never a man of haste. His choices, deliberate and measured, often came too late. Pleione, radiant and kind, once held a place in his heart—though he never admitted it, not even to himself. By the time Atlas realized his feelings, Pleione had drifted into the arms of another. August, her solace and strength, had captured her heart while Atlas lingered in indecision. Now, fate had dealt Atlas another chance, but the cost of redemption might be his very life.

Alexia Ross a young woman with a traumatic past, is devasted when she finds her boyfriend has been cheating on her. She escapes to a Paradise Island ready to swear off love till she meets the enigmatic Benedict Hastings, whose goal seems to be to heal her broken heart. will she accept his help and learn to trust and love again? or is she right to be weary? is their meeting conicidental or is fate ?

"Bei Yu Tians einziger verbliebener Familie, seiner jüngeren Schwester, wurde Leukämie diagnostiziert, und sie brauchten 2 Millionen für die Knochenmarktransplantation. Das konnten sich die armen Geschwister auf keinen Fall leisten. Gerade als Yu Tian völlig am Boden zerstört war, hielt ein roter Lamborghini vor ihm an. Die Dame mit der Sonnenbrille, die aus dem teuren Fahrzeug stieg, erklärte Yu Tian, dass sie seine lange verschollene ältere Schwester sei. Dann überwies sie ihm 3 Millionen, um sein aktuelles Problem zu lösen. "Kommen Sie. Komm mit mir zurück. Alle deine älteren Schwestern können es kaum erwarten, dich kennenzulernen." "Ähm... Wie viele ältere Schwestern habe ich denn?" "Warum rätst du nicht?" "Zwei? Vielleicht drei? Ich kann doch nicht sieben oder acht ältere Schwestern haben, oder?" Die Dame schüttelte ihren Finger und lächelte. "Einschließlich mir hast du 108 ältere Schwestern." Yu Tians Augen weiteten sich."

He was her professor and she was his student. He shouldn’t have told her to stay behind for her ‘punishment’ and he most definitely shouldn’t have told her to spread her legs on his desk when he had a class in the next five minutes. ”Do it, professor. Burn me.” Kayla Hastings is a wild party girl, who is carefree loves to have fun, and has a bubbly personality but she is feisty and squeamish, completely different from Oliver Wilde who is uptight, cold, and hates lateness to his bone. Both of them have secrets and a past they desperately want to forget but what happens when the opposite attracts? And they are tossed into a world where they have to confront their pasts, betrayal, love, pain, and war against their hearts and future?

“A humble scholar embarks on a distant journey, enchanted by a fox spirit’s nocturnal allure. Their souls entwined as soulmates, their union of spirit and flesh destined for three lifetimes. The ancient wisdom of Yin and Yang in the Ghost Valley endures, the crafty old man’s arcane arts profound. Lost and bewildered in this path, a surreal dreamscape of wonders and horrors. Demons and monsters cloud the true essence, spirits and ghosts linger in the shadows. Oh, how to find a way out? A mystical jade stirs up both the criminal and martial arts worlds, eight powerful talismans ignite conflicts across the land. In this dire situation, which beloved will come to my rescue? The spell cries out: Fox spirit, haste to my aid as commanded!”

Even though Ophelia knew that she was a sacrificial bride for a marriage alliance to a strange kingdom and that her husband to be was an arrogant maniac king, she had still agreed to the marriage with her own agenda in mind. If only she had not been in her haste to resolve her issues and had thought about it carefully, she would not have agreed and by the time she did she realised that there was no going back. Afraid that the werewolf king would take revenge on them for the assassination attempt on him.The elders of Alkal had called a meeting to find a solution to the pending doom. During the meeting, the Werewolf king barged in and demanded they let him take Ophelia as his bride. That was just the solution they needed and the king had suggested it himself so they were happy to oblige. No one thought carefully as to why the Alpha king of a faraway kingdom would know of a young woman called Ophelia. Many years later, when they realised that they had been played, it was too late to change things. Nicklaus who was destined from birth to be an heartless and mateless king, had his destiny changed after a near death assassination. Not only did he not die, he had also found his mate and she was the one in a millinia Ultimate Luna. The first among human... He would spent his whole life doting on her Excerpt... "You must be new here. Are you alone?" The animal: .... Looking carefully around, she concluded that the animal was indeed alone, then she said "Were you abandoned?" "...." "Strange, you look strange. I've never seen an animal like you before" "grwwwwl" "oh! you are hurt. Let's threat your wounds" She moved to touch the animal but just as she was about to reach it, she withdrew her hand thinking that the animal might be scared. "I want to threat your wounds so I'll need to carry you. Are you okay with it?" "grwwwwl" "Okay, then I'll carry you now" she carried it and placed it on her lap. She then pulled a small pouch out of her dress brought out some metal bottles, cleaned and dressed the wounds. The animal looked comical after bandages had been plastered on different parts of it's body it looked like a pet wearing rags. By the time she was done. The animal had fallen asleep. She decided to take the little animal to her play house under a tree and hide it there. She would check on it everyday giving it food and water until one day she came one day and it was gone. She had searched for it and gave up after a few days. She was saddened about the animal and began to cry.... Amidst her tears, she was the silhouette of the animal changing form until it became a huge werewolf with bright red eyes. It walked out of the dark shadows towards her. She stood there looking at the werewolf coming walking towards her, she didn't feel fear. Instead, she was happy to see her pet again, eventhough he was a werewolf, she didn't mind as long as he was back home. She ran into his arms and hugged him.

“I’m sure I’ll run into Imperial Princess’s trouble again.” “All of a sudden, I’m trouble. You’re really daring, Lieutenant Colonel.” Kamaria is the picture of a gentle and elegant imperial princess. As a child not born by the first wife, she’s learnt to humbly stay out of Empress’s crosshairs and not outshine her siblings. Sorin is the stone-faced young lord who has established his fierce reputation as a ruthless soldier on the battlefield. Why bother about not inheriting his father’s title and fighting with his stepmother? But no coin has one side. Somehow a lethal ominous bloom and a wounded dire wolf find themselves crossing paths through various battles as the politics of their families, the empire and the seven kingdoms ruled by it entangle their lives. A/N Find me on Royal Road as well :D

In a futuristic world where technology has exceeded the wildest dreams of humanity, Kayde is caught in a whirlwind of loss and betrayal. Once a brilliant engineer with the world at his feet, his life has spiraled into chaos: his hard-earned achievements stolen by corrupt superiors, his father tragically lost in an accident, and now the remaining threads of his family’s health unraveling due to a broken healthcare system that offers no real solutions. The institutions that once stood as pillars of society have crumbled, leaving him feeling powerless and alone in a society that seems indifferent to his suffering. Desperate for an escape from the pain, Kayde turns to Astrologia Online, a game that promises players the chance to amass wealth and power beyond their wildest imaginations. Lured by the prospect of a better life, he dives headfirst into the virtual world, but in his haste, he falls into a treacherous trap. Bound by a sinister servant contract, Kayde loses not only his freedom but also the last remnants of his family, who vanish into the void he had hoped to escape. Devastated, Kayde retreats to the confines of his room, drowning in regret and despair. The walls, once a refuge, now feel like a tomb, echoing with the ghosts of laughter and love that have been cruelly snatched away. Just as he contemplates the depths of his despair, a voice emerges from the shadows, piercing through his sorrow: “Would you like to go back?” In an instant, Kayde is thrust back to the moment before his life took a dark turn. This unexpected second chance ignites a flicker of hope within him. Armed with knowledge of his past mistakes, he embarks on a new journey, not just within the game but also in his own life. Each decision he makes carries weight, as he seeks to rewrite his destiny and reclaim what was lost. As Kayde navigates the intricate and perilous landscape of Astrologia Online, he discovers that the virtual world is a reflection of his own struggles—a place where every choice can lead to salvation or doom. Alongside a diverse group of allies, each battling their own demons, Kayde immerses himself in the game’s mysteries, confronting not only formidable enemies but also the painful truths about himself and his family. With every victory, he learns the true meaning of friendship, loyalty, and sacrifice. As Kayde evolves from a broken man into a powerful player, he begins to unravel the dark secrets behind his family’s downfall, seeking not just revenge but also a path to redemption. The game becomes more than just an escape; it is a battleground for his heart and soul, where the stakes are life and death, and the choices he makes ripple across both realities. Kayde’s quest leads him through treachery and unexpected alliances, revealing that while he has lost much, the power to change his fate resides within him. As he confronts the forces that conspired against him, he also discovers the resilience of the human spirit, learning that love and hope can endure even in the darkest of times. In a reality where every decision can reshape the future, Kayde embarks on a transformative journey to reclaim his life and honor the memory of those he lost. The battle for his future becomes a quest to find his place in a world that has all but forgotten him, and to emerge victorious against the tide of darkness that threatens to consume him. With determination burning in his heart, Kayde vows to rise from the ashes of despair, proving that even in a world fraught with betrayal, redemption is possible—and that true strength lies not just in power, but in the bonds we forge along the way..

Everything you once knew this world to be exists no more. For now it lays in ruins in the wake of a catastrophe. Will you manage to strive in this world of survival or be obliterated before it even gets going? The choice is yours. Make haste. For the apocalypse draws nigh.

Chloe Hastings is New York City’s most sought-after matchmaker, known for creating perfect love stories for the elite. She has built her career on helping others find love, but her own love life has always taken a back seat. Bound by her strict professional rule—never date a client—Chloe has mastered the art of keeping her personal feelings separate from her work. That is, until billionaire tech CEO Ethan Cole walks into her life. Ethan Cole is the epitome of success, running a global empire with a cool, calculating demeanor. His life is built on efficiency and control. But when it comes to romance, Ethan is completely out of his element. Not only is he too busy for dating, but he’s also notoriously bad at it. Known for being distant and even rude, he has no idea how to connect with women on a personal level. After several failed matches, Chloe realizes the real issue isn’t that Ethan can’t find the right woman—he simply doesn’t know how to be romantic. Determined to help him, Chloe makes a bold decision: she will teach Ethan how to woo a woman. From planning thoughtful dates to showing him how to express his feelings, Chloe takes on the challenge of transforming Ethan from cold CEO to a man capable of romance. But as she coaches him on how to be the perfect partner, their professional boundaries begin to blur. Just as their secret romance ignites, fate throws an unexpected curveball—Chloe discovers she’s pregnant with Ethan’s child. But there’s more at stake than just their budding relationship. Ethan was still technically her client when they crossed the line, and Chloe knows that the scandal could destroy her reputation as a professional matchmaker. Can she risk everything she’s worked for, or will she lose the man she never expected to fall for in the process?

When the game became reality, abysses and fierce beasts appeared. Each person would get one positive and one negative talent on the day of the rite of passage. Based on their talents, they could choose to change classes. Warrior, Mage, Archer, Assassin, Priest... Lin Lei started with a negative talent: "Classless" He couldn't change his classes, and could only be casual. He thought this was the beginning of his miserable life. However, only he saw the next line on the system panel. Positive talent: "Abyss Blessing" Effect: Each time you enter the abyss, you will randomly gain one or more temporary buffs (may include debuffs). If you pass the abyss, the temporary buffs can be converted into permanent buffs (negative buffs removed)! Enter the A-level abyss "Dark Forest", and you will get "Soldier of a Thousand Chance". You can use all weapons. The weapon's physical/spell attack power is increased ten times, and the durability is reduced ten times. Enter the S-level abyss "Lava Volcano", and you will get "Frozen Miles". The volcano will become an ice field instantly. Enter the SSS-level abyss "elemental secret", and you will get "Instant Spell Casting", no chanting, no haste, transforming into a forbidden spell Gatling. "Let's see how the classless me becomes the king of the world."

A town is invaded by 3 U.S. Army Colonel's. They learn that in life, there are, and are not, dead end's. A novel for all ages, male/female oriented, no orientation required. 3 Col.'s attack a town, a standard western story, action/thriller. Hello if you read this please contact me at cmccarthycool@gmail.com because this book is not ready to be released actually. We did not expect a word count limit so we have to re-edit this book, so by contacting me, we can update you on this books progress. We also want to ensure you have the highest quality experience and so we want to ask for a content editor. Can you spend a few hours for us splitting our works up chapter by chapter? We might be able to pay for this but we want fans first, as that'd be very nice of you. We want to pay you, so we can probably set something up, but we don't want to step on IS/WN's TOS, so we don't know if that's kosher. Please advise as we study as this content platform is new to us! Also, if you want to collaborate, please send us an email as well! We've read a lot of stories here and want to collab with authors!

Description:* In a world of crime and corruption, Alice Menzo reigns supreme as a ruthless and feared mafia boss. With her sharp mind and brutal tactics, she rules her empire with an iron fist. But when a bloody night of violence erupts, Alice finds herself at the mercy of her enemies and fighting for her life. As she navigates the treacherous landscape of gang warfare and personal vendettas, Alice's loyalty is tested and her secrets threatened. With the help of her trusted right-hand man, Luke, and the skilled Dr. Lewis, Alice must outsmart and outmaneuver her foes to survive. Later, Dr. Lewis walked to the parking lot and was about to get into his car when a gun was pointed at his head. He recognized the voice of the person in the hoodie as feminine and soft. "Don't move," the stranger yelled, her voice laced with haste. After a minute of pause, Dr. Lewis finally spoke, "What do you want from me?" Alice demanded, "Get in the car!" as she pushed him towards the door. He didn't move at first, but she poked him in the head with the gun, and he instantly opened the door and got into the driver's seat. Alice followed, still holding the gun to his head. "Now drive," she demanded.

Capitolo 1 Lady Isadora, un'affascinante giovane aristocratica, passeggiava nel giardino di Kensington, circondata da aiuole fiorite e alberi secolari. Il sole del pomeriggio filtrava tra le foglie, creando un gioco di ombre sul sentiero. Isadora amava quel luogo; era il suo rifugio segreto, dove poteva sognare e riflettere lontano dagli sguardi curiosi della sua famiglia. Ma oggi, la sua mente era occupata da pensieri contrastanti. Da un lato c'era Lord Nicholas, un giovane affascinante con un sorriso disarmante e un'intelligenza acuta. Dall'altro, c'era Hastings, il potente duca di Waverley, noto per la sua determinazione e il suo carattere tenace. Entrambi erano su pretendenti, entrambi avevano catturato la sua attenzione. “Isadora!” chiamò una voce, interrompendo i suoi pensieri. Era Lady Margaret, la sua migliore amica, con un'espressione vivace sul volto. “Ho sentito voci di un ballo a palazzo la prossima settimana. Dovremmo andarci!” “Un ballo?” rispose Isadora, i suoi occhi brillavano di curiosità. “Senza dubbio, sarà l’occasione perfetta per incontrare Lord Nicholas e il duca.” Margaret, divisa tra l'eccitazione e la preoccupazione, smise di camminare. “Spero che tu non scelga Hastings. È affascinante, ma è anche molto ambizioso. Potrebbe non essere il partito giusto per te.” Isadora sorrise, ma il suo cuore batteva forte. “Nicholas è un gentiluomo, ma c’è qualcosa in Hastings che mi attrae; la sua forza, la sua presenza… è difficile da spiegare. Ma come posso scegliere, quando entrambi gli uomini sembrano interessati a me?” Lady Margaret, prendendo la mano di Isadora, lo fece con affetto. “Ricorda, cara amica, che non è solo il tuo cuore a dover decidere, ma anche la tua mente. Ascolta ciò che senti veramente.” Mentre le due ragazze si allontanavano verso casa, Isadora sentì un misto di emozione e incertezza. La danza tra il dovere e il desiderio era appena cominciata.*

Meeting Sarah James, model, actress, singer and songwriter by coincidence after just being discharged from the army after 11 years of service, it only takes a few words from the star do, to change his life and the world forever... <Starting Gyges-System> Meeting discharged Colonel Henry King just by coincidence, her life will never be the same... Can a multi-talented rising star and an ex-soldier turned arms-dealer achieve their dreams? Make it work? Or will they break apart and turn against each other because of their common goal? [Tags: System, Leveling, Merchant, Romance, Politics, Showbiz, Face Slapping, Firearms, Technology gap]

"Thou who hast transcended beyond humanity, shed away thine mortal flesh and be delivered unto greater heights. For that is the path to the Heavenly Palace." Adam Jhones got tired of the world. So he made one by himself. A fantasy utopia. A world where imagination is not the limit, but merely the starting line. Where the brave princess will rescue the dragon in distress from the ferocious knight, and the evil stepdaughter's plans will be foiled by the prince charming... A giant world of swords and magic, and why not? Guns! Amidst this fantasy land, a place can be found. A secret location, an Easter egg on its own right, and also, the hardest, most punishing dungeon ever to have been designed by twisted minds. Beyond the walls of ivory and jade, beyond the treasure room, a secret woven unto the secret. He who is above all else. The maker itself shall grant an audience to those worthy of standing before him, and their dreams will come true. This was the great design that the Heavenly Emperor, Adam Jhones, had woven. But he runs into an unexpected problem. This isn't his parallel world!

In a world where demons and humans coexist, Lila Hastings, an 18-year-old human, is forced into an arranged marriage with Aric Wraithborne, the demon prince, to restore her family's fortune. The union is a result of a deal made between Lila's father and the Wraithborne clan, trading Lila's hand in marriage for wealth and power. As Lila navigates the dark and mysterious world of the demon estate, she struggles to come to terms with her new reality. She feels trapped and uncertain about her future, and the weight of her predicament settles in with each passing moment. During the wedding feast, Aric reveals that their marriage is not just a formality but a bond with deeper implications, hinting at the complex expectations and power dynamics at play in the demon world. Lila is introduced to various members of the demon court, feeling like an outsider, and Aric remains an enigmatic figure, his true intentions unclear. As the night draws to a close, Lila resolves to face the challenges ahead with determination and courage, vowing to uncover the secrets hidden in the shadows and forge her own path in the darkness. The fate of her new life hangs in the balance, and Lila must navigate the treacherous landscape of the demon world to find her place and assert her identity.

Nezra is a young witch seeking to expand her powers and knowledge of the arcane arts. While cataloging texts in her coven's hidden library, she discovers a mysterious tome known only as The Necronomicon. Drawn to its dark secrets, Nezra attempts a risky summoning ritual detailed within its pages. However, in her haste and inexperience, Nezra makes a mistake that has unintended consequences. Instead of the lesser demon she intended to contact, she conjures the mighty Azrel, Lord of Lies and one of the most powerful denizens of the infernal realms. Azrel is furious at being pulled from his abyssal domain by a mere human spellcaster. Yet rather than destroy Nezra where she stands, Azrel's curiosity gets the better of him. He proposes a wager - if Nezra can pass three tests devised by the demon, her abilities and life will be spared. But should she fail even one task, her soul will be forfeit to dwell forever in Azrel's domain. Nezra accepts, seeing no other choice left to survive this catastrophic error. What sinister trials will the Lord of Deception subject Nezra to in order to test her resolve and magic? And as the two spend more time together, will their initial antagonism transform into something deeper, as Nezra impresses Azrel with her brave spirit and he finds himselfDrawn to her fire? Only by surviving Azrel's challenges will the young witch discover her true fate - and perhaps learn the feelings growing between an unexpected pair may not be so easy to deny.

850 years have passed since Zargorwarths defeat and the Vermillion Empires sudden surge in power over the Multiverse. Victor Silvertounge the last of the Guardians of Light, stood overseeing the balance to ensure that it did not fall into the darkness. Victor could feel a change coming soon, the balance had been shifting and he did not know why but could sense that a Dra’ghoul was about to be born the first one since Draco Dra’ghoul Emma Silvertounge a Syeer far stronger than any other seen before while only at the young age of sixteen walked pieces of her crimson hair fell in front of her sea-blue eyes and her freckled checks “ Father, Who is Lupine Riddle ?” She asked Victor froze all time stood still, “ My child. Who told you about him? Victor said slowly his voice trembling with fear Emma replied “ No one I had a dream and his name popped into my head as did Angel born and Wolfkin. What do they mean?” Victor did not respond for a moment “ Tell me Emma did you see a Sword of Crimson Fire, a Spear of Golden Light, and an Ax with a wolf's head engraved on the hilt?” She nodded slowly Victor sighed “ I feared as much. One last question was there a child with a dragon tattoo on his right arm?” Emma nodded Victor refined from cursing “ my child it would seem that you are somehow linked with this new Dra’ghoul and those you saw in your vision. Do you know where he will be born?” Emma replied, “ Haven Valley his mother Ashi Ember was just pronounced pregnant.” Victor picked up his staff and said “ good then we will go and live in Haven Valley post haste.” Emma replied, “ but what about the balance?” Victor paused and said “ There is nothing I can do to prevent what will happen. The Balance will fall to darkness if I am here or not. Victor turned to Emma who was looking out at the ever-expanding Space-Time Contium the images of her vision burned into her mind never to leave. Victor placed a hand on her shoulder "We must leave post-haste the sooner we can get to the mother the better." Emma nodded before they left she went and packed a medium sized bag with cloths, a leather bond book named Tales of Tylingariea by Damion Vixen Dorima and secered a silver blaclet onto her right wrist with a loud click the braclet clamped around her wrist buzzing and turning a dark blue.. she picked up her bag and meet Victer in front of a massive green portal that lead to the Haven. Taking one last look back at the Bridge of Reality Emma walked into the portal and the Wheels of Destiny for her and others were set into motion

Shen Chun was a bigshot in mystic arts. During a riot, she was severely injured after being set up by someone. While rescuing a population of several tens of thousands in a small town during a dire situation, she died in the line of duty. She thought her soul would be crushed. To her surprise, she was reborn as someone with the same given name and surname in the wealthy Shen family. The original Shen Chun was a young lady from a bankrupt family. Her parents died in an accident. Someone pushed her into the river on her way home after the funeral, so she also passed away. When the original Shen Chun was born, her parents went to a fortune-teller. The fortune-teller said she would bring bad luck to her future husband. If she wanted to live long, she'd have to find a suitable man and get married before her twentieth birthday. Otherwise, her life would be at risk. Shen Chun was barely reborn for a few days when the fiance, hand-picked by her family, called off the wedding because her family went bankrupt. Shen Chun was a bigshot; she knew that the fortune-teller was accurate. The original Shen Chun's twentieth birthday was an obstacle, and she was destined for a great disaster. Meanwhile, the right man was hard to find. Shen Chun needed to make haste. Just as she scratched her head for a solution, she met the man who was the most suitable candidate for the original Shen Chun. This man had an extremely noble aura. She could tell from one look that he possessed a lot of power and influence. However, this man would bring bad luck to his wife! Not long after that, shocking news spread throughout the upper class. Master Zuo, the man who was known to bring bad luck to his wife, had a flash marriage with the young lady of the bankrupt Shen family! Everybody mocked them. "Who would end up getting the other killed first?"Surprisingly, the two of them not only lived long lives but also loved each other dearly!

Lieutenant Colonel Henry Walker tries to send his division of the u.s army to Paris to rid it of Nazi occupation

There is a reason everyone calls her the "Iron Lady."  Call her a fashion designer, interior designer, a genius hacker, or even a talented healer. She is all that in a day and a ruthless assassin at night. Did I say she's a triplet? Oh yes! She has two other sisters who are geniuses in their own right.  Can you imagine Gerald Flynch abandoned them all onto Emily Fynn the day they were born, just because they are girls? Follow Adriana Hastings on a mission to acquire the same hard drive that could bring the Rockerfeller family to its knees.  With Aiden Rockerfeller on her tails, how will she shake him off from discovering her or even from getting too close to her heart? The most tormenting factor about the whole situation is that the Rockerfeller family may be responsible for her mother's murder. *** Follow me on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freda.lotsu Tik tok: call_me_mirror Instagram: call_me_mirror Discord: call_me_mirror

When the wealthy yet simple Alycia Reese was suddenly dumped by her longtime lover, she felt like her whole life was going down the drain. All those years of hardships, dedication, and promises... only to get dumped without even a proper reason?! Even someone as cheerful as she struggled to move on with her life and fell into a pit of distress after losing someone whom she had loved for almost half of her life and even dreamed of a future with. However... The sudden break-up was not the only thing that shook Alycia's life because almost immediately, a new flame approached her from nowhere as if waiting for that exact time! He wanted her to give him a chance too? What made him think that she would be willing to give a chance to another soldier right after having her heart broken by one? Not to mention that the new guy was the superior of her ex-boyfriend in the army! However, what Alycia Reese was unaware of was that the Colonel who vied for her attention was known for his patience! She wanted to turn him down and make him give up on her? Well, the only way for her was to find a way to handle the Colonel's patience and figure out his limit which many considered to be limitless! * * * Author's Note: All places, characters, and organizations in this novel are fictional. Disclaimer: I do not own the cover photo. It is uploaded from another source and all rights are credited to the true owner.