The Lady'S Dark Secret

"Linda, I am giving you 30 days to find a suitor or you will lose your inheritance and your mother's galleries will be sold off - her only legacy to you", said Lilly King, Linda's grandmother. Despite being the heir of a billion dollar company, in her life, the only thing she held dear were her mother's galleries, the only thing she left for her and Linda would do anything to keep them safe, even if it meant marrying against her will. ******* "Thank you all for coming and showing such commitment, you are all competent to be honest but unfortunately, I only need one husband. Jeremy Tang, congratulations on becoming my fiance.", she spoke to the group of men she had invited for interviews for the husband position. "Linda, didn't we agree that Jeremy was out?". They found out together that he was her uncle's puppet. Sent to destroy her, yet, she's still choosing him. "Yes...because he is going to help destroy my uncle.", she said **** Between fighting her uncle, protecting what was dear to her and finding out the truth behind her parents' deaths, she already had her hands full, and now a husband with ulterior motives, can she really handle it?

In a world riddled with oddity and mystery, Dane finds himself right in the middle of something big. The origin of Iotils, the Twelve, and the mysterious Mirror Lady, all mysteries the lone man will be forced to unwrap.

Vardy, a shut - in loner, seeks refuge in Rune Quest, an RPG game where he transforms from weak to strong as a Dark Warlock. Soon after he enrolled at White Oak Academy, he faced discrimination alongside his peers in the Frame Initiative. Eventually, he unlocks a powerful system that grants him the abilities from his game avatar.

When Violet Rowe accepts a tutoring position at the grand yet isolated Halloway estate, she expects a quiet job teaching the youngest siblings, Clara and Theodore. Instead, she steps into a house haunted by the shadows of its past—whispers of a family tragedy, cold gazes from the remaining heirs, and a lingering sense that something is terribly wrong. Two years ago, Lysandra Halloway was found dead in her bedroom—murdered, the family claims, by an intruding burglar. Shortly after, Eleanor Halloway, the children's mother, wasted away from grief. Yet as Violet settles into the mansion, she notices something unsettling: no one speaks of the deceased with love. There is no mourning, only an eerie absence of sorrow. Theodore, ever the devoted brother, is protective of Clara—too protective. Clara, fragile and anxious, seems burdened by a secret too heavy to bear. Felix and Everett, the older brothers, are aloof, always watching but never saying too much. Ophelia, sharp-tongued and temperamental, treats the past as a nuisance best forgotten. And Augustus Halloway, the formidable head of the family, warns Violet to keep her curiosities in check. But as Violet begins to notice strange behaviors, unspoken tensions, and gaps in the family's carefully told history, she realizes the Halloways are hiding something. The deeper she digs, the more dangerous the truth becomes. Because in this house, the past never stays buried. And someone is watching.

(Warning: 2nd Perspective Story) Sienna is far from calling herself an artist– she is a fraud. With a single stroke of her brush, she creates art works unlike any other– hallucinations on canvases. Wishing for what any artist would want, a chance for fame and as well as her master's praise, she found herself confronted with an opportunity of her lifetime. To paint for nobility. No matter how shrewd she is welcomed into the new world of art... She finds herself drawn to the allure of wealth, and love along the path. A gothic tale of art, ambition and déception.

Alpha Kane is notorious in the werewolf world—a ruthless leader whose enemies tremble at his approach. Known as the "Ladykiller," he has left a trail of satisfied women, all yearning for a taste of his intense passion. With a reputation for electrifying encounters, he reigns supreme in the realm of desire, leaving a legacy of pleasure in his wake. At 28, Kane has resigned himself to a life of dominance and pleasure, convinced he will never find his mate. That is until fate introduces him to Elena, a captivating and naive young woman whose purity stands in stark contrast to his dark desires. When their paths cross, he is struck by the intensity of their connection but is equally horrified by the idea of tainting her innocence with his brutal needs. Kane grapples with a tumultuous dilemma: Should he protect her from the dark passions that define him, or will she ignite a fire within him that challenges his very identity? As he struggles to reconcile his predatory instincts with the tender bond forming between them, the stakes rise. Can he tame his ruthless nature to embrace the love he never expected? Or will his fears drive them apart, leaving them both unfulfilled? As desire collides with innocence, Elena must decide: will she surrender to the alpha’s intoxicating allure and explore the depths of her own passions, or will she find the strength to confront his demons and demand the love she deserves? In this gripping tale of power, submission, and redemption, witness a love story where dark desires collide with the purity of the heart, challenging the boundaries of pleasure and passion. Will Kane become the prince charming he never thought he could be, or will he forever remain a prisoner of his own dark legacy?

On a cold winter night, Mike opens his door to an unexpected guest—his distant and mysterious teacher, Serena. Seeking shelter for the night, she unknowingly brings a secrets with her. As strange events unfold in the quiet hours, Mike finds himself drawn into a mystery he never saw coming.

Sanjay Pathak who is one of the successful businessmen and millionaires in the world got killed by an unknown sniper gunshot when he was in his car. He dies while accumulating a lot of regrets and sadness in his life's journey to become a millionaire. Unexpectedly, he was reincarnated into a western fantasy world which was filled with swords and magic. In his new body, as Daris Darkhold, a 7 year old peasant boy who had a similar appearance as him when he was young. To his surprise, he's born with incredible soul affinity and possesses the rarest magic — Black Magic which was hailed as Satan's Magic in this world. As the regret of never being filial son to his past parents… He takes responsibility to become the greatest Dark Magi and tries to return back to his real earth while adjusting to his current parents. But The Dark Magic he possesses acts as a symbiote which often lures him for infinite power and becomes a monster!

One Hundred years ago the demons waged a fierce war on the Five realms, only to be eventually sealed within their own domain. Years after the war a young demon known as Belial discovers a method to break free from his confinement. Emerging into what appears to be an idyllic new world, Belial is filled with hope, perceiving it as a true paradise. However, as Belial embarks on his journey, to find a way uncover the truth behind the war and to unseal his people, soon the façade of this seemingly perfect realm begins to crumble, revealing a sinister truth lurking just beneath the surface. The once-promised land transforms into a nightmarish labyrinth, harboring mysteries foretold. Compelled to confront the consequences of his choices, Belial becomes entangled in a treacherous web of lies and mysteries. Every step he takes risks everything he holds dear, challenging him to his very core. If you have questions you can contact me at Blackstarsashi@gmail.com Discord: sashi8124

Luna has always been an outsider in her pack, while other's banded together worrying about things like mates and love, Luna spent her time with nature exploring, absorbing energy from the moon reading. All she wanted to do was to become a healer and travel the world. On one of her trips to the forest her pack was attacked by a group of powerful rogues and all structure burnt to the ground. In one day she was rendered homeless and an orphan. She hated herself and felt guilty for not being with them, she fell into despair, deciding to join her family, she brewed a poisonous herb with wolfsbane refusing to listen to the protests of her wolf, she drank it in one go passing out, when she awoke much to her horror and her wolf spirit was gone, thus she became an enigma with a tragic past.she desperate to keep hidden and get revenge she joined the golden moon pack as an omega. There, she meets Alpha Marcus, a powerful, ruthless leader who didn't believe in love. While Marcus has vowed never to love again, he can't resist the mysterious pull he feels toward Luna. As danger looms from rogue wolves and hidden enemies, Marcus and Luna are forced to work together, their bond growing stronger with each passing day. But Luna's secret could destroy everything. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Copyright@AQUAHGODDESS2024 Disclaimer: I do not own any of the pictures all credit goes to their rightful owner

This is a Chinese translated novel, all copyright is reversed to the author, while the English translation to me. Author: You You Xian Translator: Doyenro(for fun) Wei Wei, who was lucky enough to win a reincarnation package and took over a female doctor's body with life skills. It's a pity that the system got the wrong place to cross, and the prosperous ancient times in the east transformed by her predecessors turned into a stinking dark Middle Ages in the west where food was scarce.  What can she do? We can only push up our sleeves to encourage everyone to talk about hygiene and civilization to build a harmonious society. Wei Wei: "The first step is to clean up this garbage dump-like castle." Felix: "My dear, marry me first, don't talk about the castle. The whole territory is up to you." T/N: * I do not own this novel, just translating for fun. * Contact me if the original novel is being officially translated, so I stop. Check out other translated novel *Rebirth of Hollywood Lady. *Married to the Demon King, she took the throne via infrastructure.

Aeliana, an angelic girl destined to bring salvation, and Lucian, a devilish boy bound by darkness, are brought together by an ancient prophecy that could either save or destroy their worlds. Forced to navigate their complex connection, they must face trials that test their powers, their trust, and their very hearts. When Aeliana’s quiet life as an angel in the Celestial Realm is shattered by a mysterious force, she is thrust into a realm of chaos and darkness. There, she meets Lucian, a devil cursed by his past, whose very existence seems to be a curse to all who cross his path. Together, they must uncover the truth behind the prophecy that links their fates and fight against the forces threatening both their worlds. Aeliana’s light powers and Lucian’s dark abilities clash as they struggle to understand their bond. But as they journey through dangerous realms, battling dark creatures and overcoming their own inner demons, they realize that their connection goes far deeper than they first believed. With every trial they face, their feelings for each other grow stronger, but so do the forces seeking to tear them apart. As the prophecy unfolds, revealing shocking truths about their pasts, they must decide if love can truly conquer all—even the deepest of curses. Their journey is one of light and dark, love and sacrifice, and the power of redemption. Together, they will either fulfill the prophecy and bring salvation—or succumb to the darkness and doom both realms forever. Genres: Fantasy Romance, Adventure, Action, Supernatural Themes: Love, Fate, Redemption, Trust, Light vs. Dark --- This synopsis sets the stage for a thrilling, emotional journey with twists, challenges, and powerful character development!

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Ivara Ashbourn never imagined her quiet, ordinary life would turn into a whirlwind of danger and passion. It all started on a stormy night — the night she found a mysterious man, wounded and barely conscious. Despite his cold demeanor and the danger radiating from him, Ivara couldn’t leave him behind. She took him in and nursed him back to health, unaware that she had just invited the most dangerous man in London into her life. That man was Draziel Everdeen — the powerful and feared leader of an underground mafia empire. Ruthless and calculated, Draziel had long abandoned the idea of love and trust. But there was something about Ivara’s kindness and unwavering sincerity that slowly cracked his icy walls. Yet love doesn’t come without a price. As their worlds collide, Draziel’s enemies close in. Erven Zevalier, his lifelong rival, sees Ivara as the perfect leverage to bring Draziel to his knees. And Aurielle Valliere, a woman obsessed with having Draziel for herself, will stop at nothing to get rid of Ivara. With danger lurking in every shadow and betrayal around every corner, Ivara must decide if her love for Draziel is worth the risk — even if it costs her life. Meanwhile, Draziel faces his own battle: can he protect the woman he loves without destroying her in the process? Or will his love become his greatest weakness? In a world of power, desire, and bloodshed… will their love survive? Or is it doomed from the start?

Gregory Evans is called to investigate a terrorist attack and discovers that a radical Islamic group has been recruiting young people to carry out attacks in various locations in New York and there is only one person who can help him in the investigation, an enemy from the past. In a journey marked by deaths and secrets hidden in political relations, Gregory Evans finds clues that will bring him face to face with a shocking revelation and the astonishing truth that we have ignored for so long. Racing against time, Gregory Evans and the Italian mafia enter into a frantic hunt for religious and political assassins, and unravel enigmas, following a trail that may lead to the secret lair where lies the only hope of saving New York City, before it collapses.

Ivonne, a despised werewolf with a rogue lineage, thought marrying her fated mate, Alpha Lincoln, would finally win his love. But after a tragic accident causes her to lose her pregnancy, her life spirals into despair as Lincoln abandons her for his pregnant ex, leaving Ivonne broken and betrayed. Out of desperation, she enters a dangerous contract marriage with the ruthless Alpha Tobias, Lincoln’s powerful uncle, agreeing to bear him a child despite knowing she can’t conceive. But what will she do when she suddenly discovers that this man she is cheating is her second chance mate? And what will she do when she miraculously finds herself pregnant, but doesn't know who the father is. As two powerful men battle over her, Ivonne is forced to survive her tumultuous new life, even as old wounds resurface, new enemies appear and deadly secrets emerge. Will Ivonne find happiness with the man she’s grown to love, or will her past destroy her once and for all?

Lyra is branded the lowest of the low—a powerless Omega who has never shifted. But the truth is far more dangerous: she has shifted, and her wolf is unlike any other, hiding secrets that could change the fate of her pack. To protect herself, Lyra buries her strength and lives in the shadows. Cast out as weak and wolfless, she finds herself in the territory of Alpha Kael, a dominant leader with secrets of his own. Kael’s wolf stirs the moment he meets her, whispering a word that changes everything: mate. But how could that be? Kael already has a mate, and Lyra doesn’t even seem to have a wolf to bond with. Will Lyra embrace the wolf within, or will her fear cost them everything?

When struggling writer Elena Carter is offered a mysterious contract marriage, she never expects to become the wife of Sebastian Blackwood, a ruthless billionaire hiding his true identity. Their deal is simple—six months of marriage, no emotions involved. But as their fake relationship turns into something real, secrets from Sebastian’s past and unexpected betrayals threaten to tear them apart. Will Elena uncover the truth before it’s too late? And when love enters the equation, will their contract end in heartbreak or a happily ever after?

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN HE HAS LOST EVERYTHING? WHEN HE HAS NO ONE LEFT TO FIGHT FOR AND NOTHING LEFT TO LOSE? Fresh from breaking up with Jasmine Leigh Olsen, Harlan Brandle goes on a mission to expose a dirty business man in this prequel to Variant Comics' Diamonds and Blood. Along the way, Harlan meets both new and old allies and enemies... but in this world, who can you trust? BOOK 2 OF THE DIAMONDS AND BLOOD SAGA

Her name is death, after she defied fate by sparing the life of someone nearing their death, she is punished and reborn in the body of a human child and tasked with seeing the end of the girl's life naturally and continuing her duties of making sure those destined to die meet their end at any means necessary before she can return to her own body and it won't be an easy job as she is sent with an abandoned angel as a companion, she finds out more dangerous forces are at play and she has to be careful or she might become a target

The Billionaire’s Secret System Jiang Wei is no ordinary billionaire. A financial prodigy who rose from nothing, he built Titan Capital into a global powerhouse, dominating markets with ruthless precision. But his greatest weapon isn’t his wealth—it’s the secret AI-driven system he created, a program capable of predicting and manipulating financial trends before they happen. To the world, Jiang Wei is a self-made success. Behind the scenes, he walks a dangerous line between power and destruction. Governments, corporations, and rival elites would kill to control his system, and now, Kai Corporation, a tech giant with hidden ambitions, is closing in on his secret. When a mysterious cyberattack breaches his defenses, Jiang Wei realizes he’s no longer just playing the market—he’s playing for survival. From the high-stakes world of finance to underground power struggles in Shanghai and Tokyo, he must outwit enemies, forge uneasy alliances, and protect his empire. But in a game where money is just the surface, who really holds the strings of power? A battle of intelligence, wealth, and survival begins. In the world of billionaires, there are no rules—only winners and losers. And Jiang Wei refuses to lose.

Life for Hadrian has been utter hell the last few years. Ever since he started actively guiding Espers. Ever since he was ranked as an S-class Guide, any Esper he guides has gone berserk on him. Today for the first time in months he has finally been assigned to a group of S-class Espers. Will history repeat itself? or will he finally be able to give guidance without the risk of being attacked? Tie in the fact that he has to hide these blue screens he can control and these other abilities he has? Just what kind of power house is this guy?

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a cute nerdy bubbly highschool boy, happened to get teleported to an unknown world, because of his curious nature of exploring ancient antiques. In the the new world, full of mystical creatures, awaits a lot of adventures. will he be able to come back..??

In the Dracula Empire, women of the Ling family reign as silent killers — pink devils dressed in white. Ling Zhao, the youngest and most dangerous of them all, strikes fear into the hearts of her enemies. After losing her parents, she becomes fiercely protective of her loved ones, punishing anyone who dares harm them with swift, merciless death. But everything changes when she falls for her sworn enemy. Love creeps into her heart, softening the darkness that once ruled her soul — leaving her to grapple with a deadly choice between her empire and her emotions.

A brilliant, ruthless killer stalked the city, leaving a trail of terror in their wake. Detective Edevene Felix, undeterred, pursued the elusive predator through a labyrinth of clues and dead ends.

In the kingdom of Valderin, where strength defines one's worth, Elara dreams of becoming a knight—an honor forbidden to women. Determined to defy the odds, she disguises herself as a boy and enlists in the kingdom’s elite knight training. But her path is anything but easy. Standing between her and her dream is Commander Damien, the kingdom’s strongest warrior and the leader of the knights. Ruthless, disciplined, and unyielding, he sees her as nothing more than a weakling unworthy of his approval. If she wants to survive the brutal trials and earn her place among the knights, she must prove him wrong. As Elara rises through the ranks, pushing past limits she never imagined, Damien begins to notice something unsettling about this new recruit—an unwavering determination that sets "him" apart. The more they clash, the more the tension between them grows, sparking emotions neither of them can afford to feel. But war is brewing, and secrets can only stay hidden for so long. When the truth comes to light, will Elara’s strength be enough to protect her dream—or will the betrayal cost her everything, including the man she never meant to fall for?