Trapped In The Dark

Blurb: Aurora “Rory” Thompson is a fearless journalist with a knack for uncovering the truth. In the bustling streets of modern-day New York City, her latest investigation thrusts her into the shadowy world of Julian “The Bull” DeMarco, a charismatic and ruthless mafioso with a reputation for controlling everything—and everyone—around him. What begins as a quest for justice soon becomes a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Drawn to Julian’s magnetic allure, Rory finds herself trapped between her ambition and the perilous pull of his power. As she digs deeper, Rory uncovers secrets that could shatter the underworld—and her sense of morality. With rival families, law enforcement, and betrayal lurking around every corner, Rory must navigate a web of danger and deceit. When Julian’s true intentions come to light, she’s forced to confront the ultimate question: will she risk everything to expose the truth, or will she succumb to the darkness that threatens to consume her?

The story revolves around Sandra, a young woman who finds herself in a complicated situation. She's being pursued by James, a wealthy and charming man who's determined to win her heart. However, Sandra's feelings are torn between James and Damola, a man she's recently met and has a strong connection with. As the story unfolds, Sandra tries to navigate her relationships with both men, while also dealing with the challenges of her new life with James. Despite her growing feelings for Damola, she's drawn to James's charm and wealth. Throughout the book, Sandra's emotions are put to the test as she struggles to make sense of her feelings and loyalties. The story is filled with drama, romance, and unexpected twists, keeping the reader engaged and curious about what's to come.

When 20-year-old gamer Liam is selected to test Elysium, a revolutionary virtual reality game, he expects excitement and adventure. But the moment he opens his eyes, Liam realizes this is no ordinary game. Trapped on an unfamiliar planet alongside four other testers, he must navigate strange landscapes, face dangerous challenges, and unravel the mysteries of Elysium. As the testers progress through the game, they uncover unsettling truths that blur the line between reality and illusion. Survival becomes the only mission, but with every step forward, the stakes grow higher, and the price of freedom becomes uncertain.

Noel’s faces a humiliating defeat in his school football match. Frustrated by their defense line Noel decides to change his position from striker to defender—a role he never considered before. He trains relentlessly, reshaping his playstyle and mindset. Just when he begins to excel in his new position, Something tragic happens and Noel wakes up to find it was all a dream. In reality, Noel lives in a futuristic world where football determines everything. AI systems that power society rely on watching football to stay charged, and a person’s skill on the field directly shapes their status, comfort, and opportunities. Here, Noel is an average player struggling to climb the rank. As he juggles his love for the game with the harsh demands of this football-obsessed world, he discovers something strange: sometimes when he sleeps, he returns to the old, normal world of his dream, where football is just a hobby for most. As Noel navigates his two lives, the lines between dream and reality blur. In one world, he fights to master his role as a defender and earn the respect he craves. In the other, he strives to prove himself in a society where football is everything. But as "The Dark Wall," a skill tied to his mysterious blackened eyes, begins to emerge in both worlds, Noel must uncover the truth about his dual existence and decide where his destiny truly lies.

Rick a Man in depression is Challenged by his daughter to become more powerful than her within a year on the Worlds first VRMMORPG. Support me and my works at www.Patreon.com/Madjic Artwork done by rennovlsrevenge

A young priest, imbued with the light of the azure flame. The deeper the darkness, the brighter the flame will shine. He will burn away the night filled with madness and bring forth the dawn.

Justin, a skilled gamer, is pulled through a dimensional gate into a dungeon resembling his favorite game—just three days before the end of the world. Faced with monsters and ancient magic, he rises from novice to the most feared dark magus , surpassing all others. Witness his unstoppable journey to ultimate power as he races against time and destiny.

In the land of Orsus, where the strong protect the weak under the light of The Essence, peace and prosperity seem assured. But beneath the surface, darkness stirs. Orsus is haunted by the memory of Enyos, the mightiest protector who fell in a brutal battle against the mysterious "Witnesses," beings from a shattered world ravaged by the Bright Dark. The Essence grants rings of power to the chosen few, but even these gifts may not be enough to defend against the coming storm. A chilling prophecy foretells the arrival of a Prophet born of two opposing forces, destined to either destroy Orsus or reshape it entirely. In this tale of power, prophecy, and peril, the line between light and dark blurs, and the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. The Legend of Atenyos begins—a journey that will challenge the very foundations of Orsus and its people. Upload schedule: Novel will be a updated with one guaranteed chapter weekly that drops on Sunday, although some weeks will have more than one chapter dropping

Ivy Warren, a 21-year-old young woman born into a family of professional assassins, was trained by her father to kill mercilessly and never normalize her victims. Things were going well until she signed a contract to kill a very powerful and wealthy investigator, a mission even her father was unable to complete. To carry out her mission, she adopts the name Ludovica Russo and pretends to be an innocent damsel in distress to get closer to her target who turns out to be enigmatic and irresistible Xavier Baccio Berardo. What happens when the prey, Xavier, falls for his hunter, and vice versa? Can this talented assassin complete her mission as always, without any emotional strings attached? Let's find out in... Trapped By The Contract Assassin

In a world where magic reigns and darkness lurks, Kazuki Takashi endures a nightmarish cycle of abuse after losing his real parents. Adopted by a cruel family, his rage simmers until a field trip thrusts him and his classmates into a mystical realm, where a king asks for their help to save his kingdom from monstrous hordes. When Kazuki’s latent dark and electric powers emerge, he becomes the target of scorn, even from his closest friend. Banished and battered, he confronts his painful past, training relentlessly to surpass his limits. As he evolves from a broken boy into a powerful warrior, Kazuki seeks vengeance against those who wronged him. With the threat of gods looming and alternate realities colliding, Kazuki’s journey becomes a race against fate itself. Will he rise from the shadows to claim his destiny, or will he succumb to the darkness within? Discover his tumultuous tale of revenge and self-discovery in "The Dark Ascendance."

Crown Prince Ian Stromridge has just returned from battle, hailed as a hero, greeted with people's adoration and blessings but he brings home a beautiful woman, though he's already married leaving everybody completed nonplussed. His wife, Princess Angelica Stromridge wed him for convenience before he left for war. Their marriage lacked affection and was rife with misunderstandings from the start. From name-calling to accidental letters leading to further misconception. During his absence, Angelica played the dutiful wife, sacrificing to maintain the household, being the lovely princess and wonderful daughter in law, only to face his return with another woman whom the entire kingdom agreed was more beautiful than she was! Will she divorce or fight for his love, a love that clearly never existed in the first place? Will she clear the misunderstandings and surmount the obstacles or will it be a post-marriage love story or an ex-wife tale full of regret? Excerpt |||| "My princess..." called a maid, knocking on the door her hand trembling. "Come in." replied Angelica as the door opened hearing footsteps approaching. "What are you doing here? I gave stern orders for no one to disturb me for the entirety of the day." her austere voice rang out. "I... I know my princess... please forgive me... I... I did not mean to disturb you but... this is something very important." "Let's have it then." replied Angelica closing the book she had been reading as she laid eyes on the maid. The maid gulped, the fear evident in her eyes, she did not know how Angelica would react to the severely bad news she had brought with her, however, one thing was sure, Angelica would not react lightly at all. "My... m...y prince...ss the..." said the maid, causing Angelica to sigh in annoyance, rolling her eyes, she had better things to do than sit here listening to the maid's mumbling. "Yes, say it." said Angelica giving the maid a hand. "My princess, the crowned prince has returned." said the maid. "Oh... well that's nice... I guess I will see him later, or better yet tomorrow. There is no rush, I am sure he is swarmed by crowds at the moment." replied Angelica lazily, she really had no intention of moving from this spot. "But my princess... ther— " "Oh, you're right, it would be unacceptable if I did not come out to greet him, rumours would certainly ensue and the kingdom would be in serious hysteria as they always are." replied Angelica annoyed. "Yes, you are right, I should go and welcome him back home." said Angelica as she stood up and yawned. "My princess... that is not all, there is something else..." said the maid. "And what is that?" asked Angelica as the maid's eyes darted around the room, she did not know what to do, or how best to put this. "My princess... the... the crowned prince has truly returned but..." said the maid with a prolonged pause. "But what?" asked Angelica, her senses tingling, she had a inking that there was something wrong from the maid's strange behaviour. "But his highness..." paused the maid. "Out with it now!" said Angelica sternly. "His highness has returned with a strange woman and the rumours claim that she is his new wife!" spat out the maid as Angelica suddenly felt lightheaded and she fell back down on the chair. "My princess!" cried the maid as she rushed to her. "This is some sort of farce." said Angelica as the maid proceeded quickly to fan her with a cloth. "No my princess... it is true." replied the maid. "This is impossible. Ian must be mad, I am going to see this display of stupidity for myself!" said Angelica hotly, quickly rising up and storming out of the room as the poor maid followed behind her. ||||

Kenji had become the Emperor’s right hand man which he always wanted to be. He thought that this position would help him to become one of the most popular and powerful figure in history, He did not know that the newly crowned Emperor considered him as a threat. Secrets were being prepared to deal with this ‘dangerous subject’ who had become too influential to be ignored. “Oh, Dearest brother, I have to congratulate you on your well-deserved hire! How great must it feel to receive a court audience and the special joy of having a sword under your head before the imperial family!" The emperor said warmly. 'Oh dearest sister... Your congrats are out of place... you just made the situation worse...'

One unexpected heat cycle. One irresistible Alpha. And one unforgettable night. I never expected that single night to turn into the worst nightmare of my life. Not only did I get ghosted, I ended up getting imprinted. To make things even worse, the man in question turned out to be Choi Haejun—my friend’s ex-gangster uncle with an ego as big as the sky. Fueled by rage, I stormed into his office, determined to set things straight. But to my disbelief, the arrogant jerk doesn’t even remember who I am. “Who are you?” “...What?” And if that wasn’t enough, his next words nearly made me snap: “As I said, weren’t we in a business-like relationship?” ‘CHOI HAE F**KING JUN!!!! I DON’T NEED A BASTARD LIKE YOU EITHER!!’ Oh, it’s war now. Now, it’s no longer about heat cycles or imprinting or any stupid things like that, it’s about my pride as an Omega. And I won’t stop until I see him grovel at my feet, asking for more of my superior Omega pheromones like a dog. When his rut cycle comes, I’ll laugh in his face and leave him in the dust. The tables have turned, Choi Haejun. You’re not ditching me—I’m ditching you! #BL #Modern #Omegaverse #MorallyGray #AgeGap #Traumatized Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by Arcus All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 아쿠스, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

Trapped in an unknown place, a group of people must survive against terrifying monsters with no way out.

After years of isolation, Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle return to a Gotham teetering on the brink of collapse. Haunted by their shared past and driven by their unwavering resolve, the legendary Dark Knight and his formidable partner, Catwoman, set out to reshape the city they once fought to protect. But this is not the same Gotham they left behind. Crime has evolved, the rich exploit the poor with impunity, and the city’s heart beats to the rhythm of corruption. With superhuman strength and unmatched skills forged through years of training, Bruce emerges as a new kind of Batman—one who will rebuild Gotham from its foundation. At his side, Selina uses her cunning and connections to rally the downtrodden and infiltrate the shadows where true power hides. Together, they form an unbreakable alliance, determined to bring hope to the hopeless and justice to the corrupt. Yet, as they confront Gotham’s darkest corners, they must face their own demons and the sacrifices that come with their mission. Will their return signal the dawn of a brighter Gotham, or will the shadows claim them once more?

A story about two friends who are both stationed aboard the U.S.S DARK who secretly have romantic feelings towards each other and it's evident to everyone aboard who sees their interactions, that they are interested in each other. The only two exceptions are themselves, who doubt the other will reciprocate their feelings.

Amber Jones, a brilliant graduate, is forced into servitude to mafia lord Nicholas Gonzalez after her boyfriend's debt puts her in danger. As Amber adjusts to her new life, she's caught between her increasing attraction to Nicholas and her need for revenge. As their relationship deepened ,She realized she's pregnant with Nicholas's child. But when he discovers her secret plan to betray him, Nicholas's anger puts Amber's life in jeopardy. Will Amber escape the mafia's clutches, or will she fall prey to his ruthless power? Can she ever forgive Nicholas for his brutal betrayal?

one day while walking home from school Suri Kuma was buying groceries for a later night gaming session. As he over hears an assault happening in an alleyway he stops in time to save the person getting assaulted. One of the assaulters gets away and now puts a hit out on Suri, later on someone kills him and now he is reincarnated in a world that's looks shockingly similar to his favorite RPG world.

WARNING!!! BOOK HAS EXPLICIT AND MATURE CONTENT. NO RAPE!!! [EXCERPT] "I just want to make sure that you will not change your mind. You will be bound to me and you will be the wife of the future Mafia Boss. Will you accept it?" "W-Wait! Wife? You want me to be your wife?" "Do you think I will let someone be your boyfriend and husband after helping you? Look, I will save you but in exchange, you will be trapped. You could never get away from me and the Mafia Clan. You will be mine forever." +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Xylia Lovelle Antonov was the heiress of the most influential and wealthiest family in Bloomsdale City. She wasn't just a pretty face. She's smart, obedient and the kind-hearted princess of the Antonov Clan. Aciel Vance De Silva was the illegitimate son of the city's most powerful Mafia Clan. A rebellious young man, feared by everyone. He had his own rules, and no one could order him around, even his father—the exact opposite of Xylia. Although he hated her for being so obedient, Aciel helped Xylia get away from her family by offering her to be his fiance. She wanted to be free and because she was in love with Aciel, she agreed with his offer but only to be trapped again by the laws of the Mafia. Can Xylia get away from Aciel and the Mafia Clan? Or will she stay trapped and bound as the future wife of the Mafia Boss? What if Aciel had his second chance to get to know Xylia? What would happen if his feelings turned into obsession? Would it be too late for him to realize his true feelings? ***BOOK COVER IS MINE. PLEASE DO NOT REPOST.*** ART BY: ELKSHAN PLEASE ALSO READ MY OTHER NOVELS AND FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. IG: author_skymaiden FB: Sky_Maiden

For years, humanity gazed into the vastness of the universe, wondering if we were truly alone. But then, on what seemed like an ordinary Monday, everything changed. Without warning, the sky across much of the world was suddenly cloaked in an unnatural darkness. It took a while for people to comprehend the magnitude of what was happening. That darkness wasn’t just the result of a passing storm or an eclipse; it was the shadow cast by a massive, non-human ship. But the real question remained: why had they come? What was their purpose in descending upon our world, and what did this encounter mean for humanity’s future?

What if you wake up one day and find yourself within your favorite video game! What will you do when you come to know that you are not only an NPC in the game but you have been transported at a time when this game was not even launched. What happens when the hero of the story, Garv Rathore, is facing similar circumstances? How will Garv Rathore deal with this transmission?

Casey terjebak di sebuah game perempuan yang dikenal sebagai otome game. Game tersebut adalah game bergenre dating simulation yang menceritakan 4 pria dengan tipe berbeda. mulai dari tipe dingin, manja, humoris dan juga charming. Keempat pria tersebut terlihat sempurna jika dilihat sekilas, padahal masing-masing memiliki latar belakang yang kelam. Casey masuk ke dalam dunia tersebut sebagai Gwen Valerian sang heroine utama yang akan menjadi seorang pelayan di mansion kediaman mereka. Untuk kembali ke dunia aslinya, ia harus memilih rute yang tepat di dalam game berjudul A Mirror Family. Apakah Casey bisa melaluinya dan kembali ke dunia asli ataukah ia terlalu nyaman di sana karena dikelilingi pria-pria tampan dengan berbagai tipe menawan?

Casey is trapped in a girls' game known as an otome game. The game is a dating simulation game that tells the story of four men with different types. Starting from the cold type, spoiled, humorous and also charming, At first glance, all four men look perfect, even though each of them has a dark background. Casey enters the world as Gwen Valerian, the main heroine who will become a maid in their mansion. To return to the real world, she must choose the right route in a game called "A Mirror Family." Will Casey be able to get through it and return to the real world, or is she too comfortable there because she is surrounded by handsome men with all kinds of charm?

After finishing a campaign with friends the DM, Nicole Pageau, finds herself trapped in her BBEG and tries to live a better life.

The Winthrop's family of five was a peaceful one with three children after their many years of marriage. They gave birth to a twin and a girl Jessica and Jasper Winthrop the Serena Winthrop and their happy home seemed unbreakable until Aiden Sergio came into the picture with his mother and were both hell bent to destroy the family. The Sergio went to the branch of Winthrop family and formed an alliance with them all in the name of future marriage between the children to get back at the Winthrop's family for messing with them. Jessica didn't agree to the marriage and went with a guy she recently met, another rich guy Roen Flynn whose entire life is unknown. What happens next is a mystery which will be unraveled in the story titled TRAPPED IN FATE.

After Lin Xu's death, she realized the world she lived in was actually a novel. Her eldest son was a twisted villain obsessed with imprisoning the novel's heroine, engaging in dark and sinister "locked-room" games. Her second son was a morally dubious villain who would casually draw blood or harvest organs from stand-ins to save his "white moonlight" — the novel's heroine. And her only daughter? A hopelessly love-struck supporting character who revolved around the novel's male lead. "A mother's failure to teach her children is her own fault," Lin Xu thought after being reborn. Determined, she resolved to straighten out these rebellious kids. But before she could act, her eldest son's cold and intimidating face turned slightly red as he murmured, "Can you... pat my head?" Her second son turned away with a cold huff, his tone full of tsundere pride. "I... I’m not going home. But if you insist, I might consider it." Her daughter ran over and ruthlessly shoved her brothers aside. "Mom, come help me with this question~" Later, her two sons ended up in a full-on brawl over a bowl of noodles Lin Xu had made. The novel's heroine? Who cared about her when their mother was more important? Meanwhile, her daughter completely reinvented herself, determined that no male lead from any novel would interfere with her studies! The family became a harmonious and lively bunch. Then, one day, her supposedly deceased husband, who had lost his memory, suddenly reappeared. He cornered her against a wall, his eyes filled with struggle. "Even if you’re married, I still love you." Lin Xu pretended to be serious. "Oh? So what should we do about that?" He pulled her into a tight embrace, his voice deep and pained. "Divorce him!" Lin Xu chuckled to herself. "Alright, I'll divorce him right away." But when her husband regained his memory, he gritted his teeth and declared, "Divorce? Over my dead body!"