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Husband With Benefits

Nora is shattered a month before her wedding when she uncovers her fiancé's deceitful affair. As she manages this betrayal, she discovers a deep ploy to hinder her from claiming her rightful inheritance. Devastated but determined, Nora takes a daring step to regain control of her life. Enter Demetri 'The Demon' to those who know him, a formidable man barely known to her, who offers her protection and support in return for a contract marriage to satisfy him. In a twist of fate, Nora marries Demetri to claim her inheritance and fight those who plotted against her. But as she battles her own family and Demetri's many rivals, will she be able to keep from falling for the man known to crush people beneath his booted heel. Excerpt: She had forgotten that the man was intimidating and directly challenged him. Rather than speaking, Demetri rose from his seat and approached her deliberately. Although it was a mere few steps, time seemed to stretch for Nora. When he was almost within touching distance, his hand gently landed on her knee, moving it sideways. His touch moved with a hint of a caress, and he stepped between her open legs. Nora sat there in frozen silence, her eyes wide like a deer caught in headlights. Catching her chin between his fingers, he tilted her face upwards and spoke unhurriedly," You are my wife." She nodded her head slowly in affirmation while his thumb slowly traced her lip. "I have given you time to gather your emotions." Another nod. Nora's nervousness made her lick her lips, acutely aware of his intense gaze fixed upon them. "Your reason for the marriage was to secure your inheritance and get away from under your mother's thumb." "Yes..." Nora whispered in confusion. Her confusion was not about his statement but about the bewildering sensations coursing through her. What was happening with her? "It's time for you to fulfil your end of the contract, yes?" He continued. "Yes," Nora whispered breathlessly. Why was she breathless? Had the oxygen level in the house dropped? Was the air suddenly thinning? Abruptly, his hand left her face, and she watched as he drew closer. It was then that Nora comprehended what was unfolding. All those tantalizing, heart-pounding kisses she had read about in novels were about to possibly become her reality. But the anticipated kiss didn't happen. Instead, he paused near her and commanded, "Kiss me."
har_k · 3.8M Views

My System's name is Symbiot

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.
MrSubfura · 5.2K Views

Development of Life

Development of Life From the fiery birth of our planet to the intricate web of life that now flourishes across Earth, "Development of Life" offers an unparalleled journey through the evolutionary saga that defines our world. Spanning thirteen meticulously crafted volumes, this comprehensive work delves deep into the origins, diversification, and ongoing transformation of life, presenting a richly detailed narrative suitable for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Volume 1 lays the groundwork by exploring Earth's early habitability, tracing the planet's formation, the emergence of primordial oceans and atmospheres, and the spark of prebiotic chemistry that set the stage for life. As the series progresses, readers will traverse the dawn of microbial life in Volume 2, witness the rise of prokaryotes in Volume 3, and understand the monumental impact of the Great Oxygenation Event in Volume 4. The advent of complex eukaryotic cells and the emergence of multicellularity are brought to life in Volumes 5 and 6, respectively, highlighting the evolutionary leaps that paved the way for diverse ecosystems. Volume 7 captures the explosive diversification during the Cambrian Explosion, while Volume 8 and 9 chart the colonization and expansion of life onto land, culminating in the dynamic eras of mass extinctions and the rise of reptiles and dinosaurs in Volume 10. Transitioning to the age of mammals, Volume 11 traces their diversification and dominance, setting the stage for Volume 12’s deep dive into primate evolution and the intricate pathways leading to Homo sapiens. The final Volume 13 encapsulates the current biodiversity landscape, the profound influences of the Anthropocene, and the cutting-edge frontiers of life’s exploration, including the enigmatic microbial dark matter and the resilient deep biosphere. "Development of Life" not only chronicles the past but also reflects on the present and contemplates the future of biodiversity in a world increasingly shaped by human activity. Each volume interweaves scientific rigor with engaging storytelling, offering fresh perspectives and in-depth analyses that illuminate the complex interplay between life and its ever-changing environment. Whether you are a seasoned researcher, a graduate student, or a passionate seeker of knowledge, "Development of Life" stands as an essential compendium, celebrating the resilience, adaptability, and sheer wonder of life on Earth.
Andrew_Bardsley · 4.3K Views

Speranţă

The City Where You Have to Pay for Oxygen In Speranţă, a dystopian city dominated by megacorporations and covered in toxic fog, life is kept within a dome, controlled with an iron fist. For most of the inhabitants, oxygen comes at a price, and freedom is an unattainable luxury. In Speranţă, some young people are born with powers strong enough to become celebrated heroes; others are thrown into the battlefield with no special training, only the price of survival. They are forced to fight against... whatever is on the other side of the dome. Carlisle, with her sharp tongue, quick wit, and a burning desire to cause destruction, is not one of those prodigious heroines. But maybe she doesn’t need to be. As the city sinks further into darkness, Carlisle finds herself forced to sink along with it. How do villains come to be? Ask anyone, and you'll hear a different answer. But the truth is, everyone has the impulse to become something dark; where the patience to suffer in silence ends, the desire for revenge begins. “Oww, don’t tell me I hurt your feelings?” – the straight, perfect smile played on her lips, mocking, even though she was the one lying on the ground. “If that’s the best you can do, I don’t even want to see the worst.” – As she tried to lift her upper body, the second blow came straight to her ribs, pushing her back against the dirty ground once more. She would have to add that event to the list of “stupid and potentially suicidal things” she had already done. The foot pressing her into the ground remained firm on her back, preventing her lungs from fully expanding. He – whose name she would have to strain to remember – said something, a whisper lost in the wind, because all she could hear was her own heartbeat as she threw a mocking smile at the bastard.
Apollonos · 336 Views

Crashing into an Old Flame

"What if I say it's too risky?" she asked. "Then I will respond with—you are worth every risk," he smiled. ... With a troubled past and financial issues, Maxim Warner never had it easy. Coming a long way from a small town, he never stopped despite the hurdles thrown his way. Charming and aloof, now the hotshot neurosurgeon has no use for emotions and even less use for love. However, things get twisted when he takes a familiar blonde as his tenant despite the jarring red flags in his mind. She is the same woman who once held his heart within her grasp. But she crushed it back then and he would be damned if he let her do it again. He would be a good friend to her. Nothing more. End of the story. Diana Chen, an American-Chinese heiress finds her life flipping upside down when she holds an infant in her arms. A tiny life that she is supposed to protect now but it comes at the expense of everything she has. Nevertheless, on the worst day of her life, she moves to another country and decides to start a new life. And probably it is a good sign that her new house owner is a familiar face. "Oh my god, Warner, I almost didn't recognize you!" She ruffled his hair but unlike how he used to laugh or blush in the past, he did not react and the atmosphere suddenly felt strained. Let her take it back. The new house owner being a familiar face is making things awkward because the broody neurosurgeon might not be the beautiful boy with haunted dark eyes she used to know once. He is a man now... mysterious and stunning with eyes that strangely smolder her. And she is beginning to feel things that she should not feel for him. God, is it too late to find rent somewhere else? Maxim has yet to get over what the young Diana did to him while Diana has a baby to raise in her penniless state. Amidst this, the last thing they want is to look at each other across the dining table like the world lacks oxygen and their mouths are the only strategy for survival. When the thin string of patience snapped, she made a proposal, "Take all my firsts," As he looked at her in stunned silence, she continued, "I want you to take all my firsts. If you can't, then I can go find someone who will—" her words were lodged back in her throat by his consequent actions. _ When the mysteries from the past unveil themselves gradually, will the two be able to get over their differences and own up to their feelings? Or will it be the final 'The End' for them this time?
Auroraaa · 1.1M Views

Indenture

Gazing lifelessly down at the thin Japanese sword in her clenched hand, the fifteen-year old's dull brown eyes followed each drop of crimson liquid hang off the tip of the sword and land soundlessly on the ground. "Celestia." The voice of a familiar creature reached her human ears. Her gaze trailed up to meet her masters pair and this initiated his anger but she remained emotionless as he began to complain. "What the hell was that just now? I've been training you for the last ten years and I don't remember you fighting with the speed of a snail. I wouldn't have been surprised if these weak demons killed you." The straight black strands of Celestia's silky hair sway slightly under her hood as she stepped off the pile of dead bodies. The sharp weapon she summoned earlier transformed into light, allowing itself to be absorbed by the tattoo on the palm of her hand. The male glared as she disregarded his last words and spun on her heels, intending to leave the sickening scene. "How many times have I told you to not act like that towards me?" His form materialised in front of her, this allowing his long fingers to wrap around her neck. Celestia choked as her body was driven back and smacked against one of the trees in the vast forest. He released her once her face grew pale and watched smugly as she coughed and desperately inhaled as much as oxygen as she could. She bowed stiffly towards her master as soon as she managed to sort herself out. "I apologize, Zerro." His lips formed into a cruel grin and he unexpectedly planted a kick in her stomach causing Celestia to hit against the rough bark a second time. "You are just a weapon…nothing else." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ During a majority of her life, Celestia suffered through misfortune after misfortune, thanks to the demon, Zerro, who tricked her into creating a contract with him. When Han, a new student transfers to her school, he makes it his mission to help lift away her suffering. Will he succeed or will Zerro stop him from doing so?
KHRIKY · 150.3K Views

Taming the Villain After Transmigrating to a Reverse Harem World

Cordelia is overjoyed as her favorite novel comes to a close with a staggering 2000 chapters, but just as she is about to read the last chapter that would unveil the mysterious plot, tragedy strikes and, in a twist of fate, she dies. She opens her eyes in an unfamiliar place but finds her mouth closed by an oxygen mask as her vision turns blurry once again. Before she can comprehend anything, she is thrust down the stairs but is mystically teleported out in the so-called 'Summoning Process'. "What? This is the world of 'The Mary Sue's Secret Lover'!!!!!!" She screamed as soon as she comes to her senses. —————————— Excerpt- Cordelia, after accepting the gripping reality that she has been transmigrated as an extra fated to die into her favorite novel, is determined to stay alive and live her life to the fullest. 'Don't worry, I will make sure that they pay for what they did to you', she promised the original Cordelia. "Sign this," demanded the cold voice of the man in front of her, also bringing her out of her reverie. Heir of the Bayer Clan, Juder Bayer, a billionaire, single, and not interested in having a woman in his life. "A marriage contract?" Cordelia voiced rhetorically as she perused the contract. "Alright," she signs it while inwardly thinking, 'This is my best bet to survive'. Yet right when she talks about divorce, she finds herself unable to continue. "Divorce? Who said you could leave, woman?" He domineeringly mocks her, pushing her to the bed. She finds herself at a crossroads, questioning his actions. Just… Why is this unlucky star of a cold husband trying so hard to chase her? Stop sucking my life force already! Our marriage is only a contract! I want to divorce! —————————— As a newbie author whose first language isn't english, I hope you all can forgive my mistakes and help me improve with your feedback!! PS: The FL will be fierce, not just in front of other but also the ML. She wouldn't blush just coz she got pushed at he wall by a handsome man!! That's a no go!! Nor will she stand for idiots and would much rather find the truth than trust others! And since I hate misunderstanding, angst, and a lot of things, be ready for a roller coster ride if you sign up for reading this novel. It's going to be a fun ride!! ///////////////////////////////////// The cover is AI-generated. I am new to this, so any help and advice is much appreciated. Also, this is my entry to the Cupid Quill contest, so any support is much appreciated!!
Gypsophila_ · 41.8K Views

Submitting to the Demon within : A journey to the throne series book 1

revamped Warning 18+ mature content Bdsm ,cheating ,revenge ,rejection. Attentive suicide ,blood gore. Insinuation of sexual and physical abuse. But does not show detail of acts. Blurb : He can't get rejected right now. It will kill him for sure.    Before I could protest both of them completed the rejection.  It looked as if accepting took the only oxygen he'd had.  His eyes shut as it seemed ge stoped struggling to breath his hole body went limp.  Caydon no stay with me .  Josh moved to the other side still very naked but no on was worried about that.  "Caydon! stay awake" Footsteps approached behind us I didn't have to turn to know it was the understudy.  Caydon stay with us the doctor is almost here ." My voice shook as I spoke the words. Just then  a black and red smoke went into Caydons mouth and nose. His blood slowly moved off the grass.  Reforming into the droplets as if some pressed rewind on time.   The blood disappated into a crimson smoke . Wrapping around Caydons still body as if it where a cocoon .  Then his body disappeared.  Making me feel as if the wind was knocked out of me. "Caydon!"   A growl of fear and furry erupted from me ,filled by an angry grumble under out feet. Grass and rocks, shot up what seemed to be 50 feet high. As the ground shifted apart.  synopsis Caydon Wes is your typical nerd,or is he . He is bullied all through grade and high school. Upon turning 18some secrets come to light from his past. Letting everyone know he's not you run of the mill guy. * Sexual acts are depicted graphically throughout this book. As well as bulling and the occasional death blood shed.
Brittney_Flint · 5.3K Views

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mariam_anna · 2.2K Views

The Ballad Queen's Lover is a Ruthless King

"Be my Queen, Ely... You're not allowed to say no." Elizabeth Berry is a famous multi-awarded singer who tried to follow her dead husband in the afterlife. But after a twist of fate, she arrives in an unknown world ruled by a King, who is known for being ruthless. But this cold King looks a lot like her beloved husband! He becomes smitten by her beauty, and he decides to keep her in his palace, accepting her as a foreign royalty with the title "Queen of Ballad" even though he doesn't know what she means by it. Now, Ely is being tangled in both the mysterious things happening in the nation, and the royal family's issues. As Ely gets involved in the royal family's dark secrets, can the King protect her from his enemies, or will she be forced to return to her own world? ------ PREVIEW: As she slid down the filled tub, her mind wandered on its own. Slowly, she closed her eyes. She remembered the living days of her deceased husband. She remembered his smile and his kindness. She was crying, but all her tears had diffused with the water surrounding her. She felt that she was diving in the ocean without oxygen. But even if she couldn't breathe, her body felt so free. It felt like she was separating from her soul. She thought, "So this is how it's like to die... I feel refreshed and free." When she thought she could really continue dying, her instinct and consciousness woke her up. She struggled to move her body, then raised her head to breathe again. She suddenly felt the terror of death, then found herself sitting up, and the water was just above her waist. Her long, platinum blonde hair was all over her face. She breathed heavily, gasping for air. "What are you doing in my bath?" A naked stranger suddenly spoke behind Ely. ------ VOLUME 2: SOON ;) ------ WPC #177 - Court Romance GOLD PRIZE ------ Original book cover artist: @omichiart on IG Official Instagram: @ainawang.official Official Discord: https://discord.gg/HYkU3Rr Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ainawang
AinaWang · 183.7K Views

Play Or Die!; Ultinum Games

"I came from the future. The elites ruined the world and made it a video game. A one-eyed alien girl infiltrated the system. I discovered her and we became friends. In a quest to stop the elites, I decided to trick the aliens into believing that I was on their side. I had no idea that I was the fool. I was only fooling myself!!! My foolishness caused me the world I came from. The MATRID energy from the aliens couldn't be corrected or taken in by the oxygen. So, the world exploded. When I opened my eyes, I found my self in the body of a new boy. Mason. And then a Nether Transmigration System popped up out of nowhere. A system for Mason. Mason is the host. But since I'm using his body, I'm kinda hosting it too. I wanted to leave as soon I found myself here, but majority of the people I met here reminded me so much of those from my world. Plus, I felt pity for Grandpa and you. I didn't want what happened to you in my world repeat itself here. Believe me." Drake started his life as a gamer enrolled in an elite conspiracy game called the ULTINUM perfect life project. Discovering too soon what the plots of the elites were, he decided to do all he could to save humanity and return life back to normal. But his quest only led to the annihilation of his world? When next his eyes opened, he found himself in the body of a spoilt rich brat. At first, he thought it was a particular level of the video game system of the elite. But when he suddenly became the host of a strange and powerful survival system, he realized that things were different. Now he's confused... What happened to his former world? What's this new world which comes with a system? He sets to find answers... Let's hope his quest does not cause another annihilation. PS: Book cover - free Image
Zuxian · 46.9K Views

The Vengeful Lover

[ WARNING: EXPLICIT LOVE SCENES] "She was going to pay...." Li Fei is a renowned model, socialite, a spoilt daughter and heiress of the wealthy Li family. On one dreadful night, she causes an accident which ended up killing the pregnant wife of the most powerful man in the whole of Asia, Jin Liwei who vows to make her life a living hell. How far will Jin Liwei go to make Li Fei's life miserable? _______________________ #Excerpt The sound of an ambulance siren wails as it makes its way to the emergency entrance of Paramount hospital. Before it could park, the doors were pushed with great force and two nurses rushed out with a pregnant patient on a stretcher with an oxygen mask on her face. Jin Liwei jumped out of the ambulance with a panic striked face as he stared at his wife with spiritless eyes. The nurses seemed to be more in panic as they dragged the patient inside the hospital while calling the others to help them. The patient was immediately rushed to the ICU and Jin Liwei attempted to enter but he was stopped right at the entrance. "Please Young Master Jin Liwei, let us handle this," pleaded the doctor and he gave him a cold look before saying," She's my wife." The doctor gulped before saying," I know but you're presence won't be needed in here. It will only complicate things." Jin Liwei decided to listen to him for Jin Shan and their unborn baby. "Fine. I leave them in your hands," he said before stepping back and the doors of the operating room were shut close. Just then, his personal assistant Wang Mel approached him with hesitant steps well knowing how furious his Master was considering the way he cherishes the Young Miss. With a grave face, he bowed his head and said," I'm so sorry Master Jin about what happened!! How can I be of help to you?" "Find out the owner of the car and if they are dead, track down their family," he instructed his assistant who bowed once again before disappearing from the sight. He released a sigh of relief when he was told to do research work other than staying behind with his cold Boss. ___ "More of a man than I? You slept with him?!!" he asked and grabbed her wrist. She felt him squeezing her hand and she winced in pain. "Let go of me! You're hurting me," she screamed. "You slept with him, yes or no?!" he asked again with a murderous voice and she quickly said," No, I didn't." It was then that he released her arm and she rubbed her wrist with her other hand before muttering" You're a beast." He chuckled before replying, "And you're beauty." The glare in her eyes intensified.
Kironde_Mariam · 446.9K Views

One of the physical benefits you will experience is increased flexibil

With all the new television infomercials on gadgets and videos on improving one's health and wellbeing, there is one stronghold on low impact exercise that not only improves your body but also improves the psychological state which gives your entire being the sense of positive well being. By being involved in Yoga on a regular basis one can expect to feel better and more alive. Yoga does promote positive energies within the body which in turn will create positive energy in the mind increasing your total well-being. One of the physical benefits you will experience is increased flexibility. As most people know Yoga consists of many movements, stretches, and poses which act on various joints in your body. Many of these joints are joints that are rarely used. So the stretching and use of these joints, ligament,s and tendons help to increase your flexibility. These movements also provide flexibility to the supporting joints, ligament,s and tendons. Yoga provides massage to all your organs and glands including the prostate which never gets external stimulation. The gent stretching of your muscles and joints when doing yoga maximizes blood flow in your body enabling your body to flush toxins, provide nourishment to your body and in turn slows aging and increases energy. By stretching and using muscles to hold many of these positions, Yoga helps to tone the body provide correct posture and keep your body tone and firm. Yoga is an excellent exercise that helps with all aspects of your life both mentally and physically. Yoga has been used to improve sleep, decrease pain in joints, increase energy, range of motion and also has many psychological benefits. An exercise like Yoga through the bending and stretching of the spine builds strength, endurance and lowering the stress hormone that cause aging. The reduction of stress will reduce the acid conditions within the body and enabling your body to intake more oxygen. It also balances the nervous system helping to reduce depression and anxiety and increases your concentration and enhances your mood. Yoga when practiced regularly puts your body in a positive healthy state. This, in turn, puts your mind in a positive healthy state which helps to keep your body looking and feeling well. Yoga provides a continuous loop of positive well-being and continual rejuvenation. The stretching also contributes to improving your posture allowing you to stand straighter with your back erect and your hamstrings fully stretched and flexible leaving you in an alert and confident state. Yes it is true that people are living longer today but the real question is what is their quality of life? If you have the option to start now and exercise your body using a low impact stretching and toning exercise, enabling your body and mind to get into a place of optimal health and well being or to have to rely on doctors to poke and prod at you and prescribe medications after medication what would your choice be? Hopefully, as yoga grows in popularity citizens of the world will enjoy the benefits of this low impact exercise and increase the positive energy in their mind and bodies enabling them to live longer and healthier lives.
Gideon_musukuma · 2.2K Views
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