Shattered Crown

"Duty demands I marry him. My heart warns me not to trust him. But the kingdom is dying, and I have no choice." Princess Elara of Bellmere will do anything to save her crumbling kingdom—even if it means tying herself to Kieran Blake, a ruthless billionaire with a reputation for taking everything he touches. Their marriage is a cold-blooded bargain: his power and wealth in exchange for her crown. But behind his charm lies a man with secrets as dangerous as the enemies circling her kingdom—and Elara soon learns Kieran didn’t come to Bellmere just to save it. As hidden truths come to light and dangerous enemies close in, their fragile alliance will face its greatest test. Will Elara and Kieran find strength in each other, or will the cracks in their bond shatter both their hearts and the future of Bellmere?

Alaire, an ordinary 17-year-old boy who lives with his grandma, gets a mirror and finds himself in a different world where he experiences all sorts of things and finds out information that was kept a secret from him for years alongside his feathered companion Hewie and others.

Cedric awakens in the frostbitten realm of Eldermarch—now its fourth prince. But this is no fairy tale. Real witches? Hybrid Abyssal Beasts? Demonic Incursions? Gates of the Abyss? To survive the coming storm, he'll need more than royal blood. With a fiery witch as his unlikely ally and innovations that defy medieval dogma, Cedric must rally Borderwatch against horrors that melt steel… and outmaneuver a crown that feeds its heirs to the darkness."

Eleanor Valmont, an intelligent but overlooked noblewoman, is thrust into the heart of the royal court when she is betrothed to Prince Aldric, heir to the throne of Valeria. However, her marriage is not one of love but of politics—a move orchestrated by powerful noble houses seeking to manipulate the kingdom's future. From the moment she steps into the palace, she realizes she is nothing more than a pawn in a game of power, deception, and betrayal. As Eleanor navigates the treacherous court, she discovers that Aldric harbors deep resentment toward her, his heart belonging to another. Meanwhile, she crosses paths with Prince Julian, the king’s bastard son, an exiled figure with his own ambitions. He warns her that the court is not just a place of luxury but a battlefield where the weak are sacrificed. Determined to survive, Eleanor begins weaving her own web of alliances, using intelligence, charm, and calculated risks to transform herself from an expendable bride into an indispensable force. Her rise to power is not without bloodshed. She exposes treachery within the nobility, orchestrates the downfall of her rivals, and ultimately outmaneuvers those who seek to destroy her. Yet, with power comes difficult choices. As the kingdom teeters on the edge of war, Eleanor must decide: Will she remain a strategist in the shadows, or will she seize the throne for herself? With enemies closing in from all sides, a fragile kingdom at stake, and a forbidden romance threatening to unravel everything, Crown of Ashes is the story of a woman who refuses to be controlled—a queen forged in fire, rising from the ashes of betrayal.

First born of the Royal family of La Sangue, her royal princess, Oriana Stelle, since childhood known as a benevolent and kind hearted, reflects a true trait of the royal family. Loved by her family and citizens, the empire knew it all. Not until, she was sent to the northern Hohenberg to marry the second prince who then later missioned to a battle, and the whole senate was eliminated by her brother who inherited the crown. Her wedded husband returned as a hero but brought home a lover with him that even threatened her title as a queen. The crown may shatter, but no one will stop her from rising as the queen, Oriana, heads to claim the rightful throne. “I am the rightful queen, and no one will ever be”

Klein was once a feared assassin in the modern world, known as the Albino Crow. Betrayed and left for dead by the one he trusted most, he wakes up in a new body—inside the world of a fantasy novel written by his late sister. Now, he is Klein Schritter, the despised second son of a powerful Duke, branded as a monster for crimes he doesn’t remember committing. Hated by his family, feared by the people, and watched by a powerful maid who may kill him if she discovers the truth, Klein must navigate this world with caution. His past life as a ruthless killer gives him an edge, but the noble world of Arcanthia is filled with dangers beyond assassins—mages, swordsmen, demons, and a war looming on the horizon. As he struggles to uncover the mystery of his predecessor’s sins and survive in a place where he is already marked for death, Klein stands at a crossroads: will he embrace the fate of the villain he has inherited, or carve a new path for himself, free from the chains of the past? With a sword in his hand and ghosts in his heart, Klein walks the fine line between redemption and destruction—because in this world, power is the only truth, and the past never stays buried.

Angelus Rathmore, heir to the Sevigoria throne, has been treated unfairly since childhood by his father, the king, who favours his mistresses children over those he had with his queen. His preference for men instead of women sparks a series of events that push out of the shadows and into the light where he aims to fight for his identity and birth right. Just when he thinks things can't get any worse. His first love is married off to his sister in his mother's attempts to protect his secret, and he loses a piece of his soul. This puts him on a path to punish the people who hurt him. When he meets a charming shapeshifter, Cassiel, who offers to put the world at his feet, Angelus finds security in the forbidden spark the male gives him. With magic and the practice of same sex relationships being punishable by death in Sevigoria, the prince and his new lover navigate the challenging ups and downs of their forbidden relationships. Will they find their way to a happy ending?

Dreams are… a reality that only those who are capable can speak about. This was an era marked by the births of geniuses! This was an era where heroes could be found everywhere! The fierce conflict between the aristocrats and the civilians, the open and veiled battles between the Federation and the Empire, the restlessly lurking extraterrestrials… When the principles of truth were within the range of battleship cannons, when order had no place in this world… Mu Fan, with the mysterious intelligent life “Black” and his unwavering will, fiercely tore open the magnificent Great Galaxy Era!

In "Beyond the Crown", a tale of secrets, passion, and power unfolds in a world of opulent splendor, where a coterie of ladies-in-waiting navigate the treacherous waters of courtly life, entwining their lives with those above them, and becoming embroiled in the intricate dance of intrigue, loyalty, desire and love.

Natalya Kastillion was first in line. Shunned after her father's death, her mother crowned her younger brother Ramiel as King in her place. She must now live in the palace knowing that what was rightfully hers was taken from her. She discovers that she is a witch, the last high priestess, creatures that her family have spent centuries of their reign hunting. She must keep her true nature a secret while navigating her life in the palace as the queen that never was.

On a planet ruled by ancient cults and martial families, Kallen's life turns for the worse the day he is cursed with the mark. He, along with other children, is kidnapped and raised to serve under the infamous House Bathory as spies and assassins. Their mission? Infiltrate their eternal rivals and orchestrate the heist of the century: Stealing the Crown fragment that turned heroes into kings and nations into an empire. In this ruthless world, ambition and cunning are survival tools, whether you're in the wild, on the battlefield, or navigating royal courts. Secrets act as currency, and a seemingly simple power play can conceal a century-old plot that transcends space and time. Torn between his quest to protect his loved ones, revenge and his morality, Kal's humanity will be put to the test as he navigates through political struggles greater than himself. Immersed in a suicide mission that could disrupt the foundation of a society on the brink of implosion, he quickly realizes that failure goes beyond death. --- What to expect: - Character building -The story takes its time to set up but will quickly take up speed. - Martial art-oriented action with a power system - Betrayals, schemes, and mysteries - Dark scenes - Worldbuilding - Slice of life including comedy and romance -no harem

For hundreds and thousands years the world engulfed in endless war. How laughable, how detestable, how... disgusting they are. They keep preaching justice, truth, hatred, vengeance but in the end its all the same, because they are too foolish to understand how insignificant are their existence or simply refuse to understand simple logic. Funnily enough the one who save the world are not heroes, saint, or those self proclaimed chosen ones but a beast who feared by all. Those detestable worthless trash think by now preaching peace under different banner of 'a academy where everyone are equal' will make the world forgive their insolence but no they will not receive forgiveness. But we are different, we have been graced by the light the one who great and now have been enlightened, now we gaze to truth and shall be saved. --The Tower, 1236 AE--

Book 1: Crown of Vengeance "Blood cannot be washed away, and vengeance burns brighter than any flame." Selene Draven was once the most feared assassin in the Ironclad Kingdom, a master of shadows who answered only to the king’s command. But when her family is butchered, and she’s framed for their murder, her world crumbles. Imprisoned in Ironkeep, a fortress designed to break even the strongest, Selene is offered a dangerous bargain: infiltrate the Frostveil Court of the enigmatic King Caelan Veyrannis and uncover his secrets. Thrown into a deadly game of politics, power, and betrayal, Selene must navigate a world of hate while hiding her true nature, one that could change the balance of power in all Aeloria. But as tensions rise between the kingdoms, Selene finds herself drawn to two men who threaten to unravel everything she’s fought for: the cunning Prince Kade Blackthorn, who wields charm like a blade, and the cold yet compelling King of the North, who sees far more than he should. Betrayal is inevitable. Love is dangerous. And vengeance...vengeance is everything. Excerpt: Selene's hand ran down his abdomen, he cocked his head to the right, "Are you here to kill me or seduce me?" "How about both? I mean...a girl do have needs." she bit her lips leaning close enough, their lips were just inches apart. Her other hand moved in a flash, pressing a blade against his inner thigh, just inches from his manhood. He tensed, but the grin on his lips didn’t falter. “You’re playing a dangerous game, Selene, careful where you aim that thing.” “Careful?” she echoed, “You’re the one who’s unarmed, Your Majesty. Maybe you should be the careful one.”

Seratus tahun yang lalu, Ordo Cahaya mengalahkan Raja Kegelapan dan mendirikan pemerintahan yang mereka sebut era perdamaian. Namun, di balik senyum para penguasa Cahaya, tersimpan sistem yang menindas. Orang-orang yang dianggap "kotor" atau "berbeda" dimusnahkan atas nama kemurnian. Siapa pun yang mempertanyakan Ordo dituduh sebagai pemuja kegelapan dan dihukum mati. Namun, ada rumor yang mengatakan bahwa sisa-sisa kekuatan kegelapan perlahan-lahan bangkit. Seorang pemuda misterius bernama Kaelen, yang memiliki darah gelap, mulai mengumpulkan pengikut untuk menumbangkan tirani Cahaya. Mereka tidak bertarung untuk menghancurkan dunia, tetapi untuk mengembalikan keseimbangan dan mengungkap kebohongan Cahaya.

Joseph Vinh, a 14-year-old hot nerd, lived an ordinary life—until he fell into a canal and drowned. Summoned by a reaper, he finds himself in another world—one that is absolutely, unbelievably awful. Determined to change this wretched world into a utopia, Joseph embarks on a journey of transformation. Will he succeed in reshaping this world, or will he meet a tragic end before achieving his goal? Stay tuned to find out! (P.S. This is a non-harem story.)

He held her hand placing it on his chest looking at his hand on top of hers. "I give you my heart Zillah, lead me" . " Stop" she finally bursted into tears. Still being able to hold her breath from making sounds. She was drooling all over and he drew her even closer to her and hugged her like never before. She cuddled underneath his arms crying seriously but he stroked her gently until she was able to calm down. How did he manage to bear all this type of pain. How much was he going through that leaves him to no other decision than to want to change from who he was. He called her name softly "Zillah…" "I love when you call my name" she spoke like a baby with a cracked voice because she cried a lot and her hands folded and he pulled her away and looked at her with a smirk. "But you… " he was ready to call her out for what she said earlier but she placed her finger on his lips knowing what he was about to say next. His smile widened when he observed something. He moved his fingers to her neck and felt where he pierced her neck and felt the injury and blood. He held her neck tenderly healing her slowly. "This part could be more painful" he warned while healing her. She winced lightly and he stroked her face. "You've got to dominate, and I don't care if you're the seventh mundane or not". She spoke with intense gaze rooted on him "Am I?...." "You are the Crown's Mundane". Alvah, the soul of Celestial, son of First Chamber Empyreal of Fire Deivigan Vimal because the first ever infernal who lived anonymously and as the Seventh Mundane. Zillah will be the mediator between Alvah and Tartarus. Costing her life will have to be the priority if Elysian has to be saved but what if Alvah takes the risk instead?. This is a realm of the conflict between Elysian and Tartarus.

A Thousand Years Ago... The sky shattered, revealing Faltheris, a world ruled by gods, beasts, and powers beyond human comprehension. Drawn by the promise of divinity, humanity ascended through the rift, only to learn that this world would not bow so easily. Here, only those chosen by the gods could wield true power—while the rest were left to struggle, to serve, or to die. At fifteen, every hopeful receives a mark, a gift from a Patron God, deciding their fate. Like the rest, Nero stepped forward, his dreams filled with battle and glory. But when his mark appeared, the world laughed. A god with no dominion, a power with no purpose. A dead end. Yet, in the depths of his soul, something stirred. A presence that should not exist. A whisper from a past long buried. In a world where doors open only for the strong—Nero will carve his own.

In a world where power is death and knowledge is insanity, a nameless man awakens with no memories and haunting visions of destruction. As he searches for answers, he’s confronted by a shadowy figure that feels disturbingly familiar—a villain born of his own choices. Torn between the hero he wishes to be and the darkness within, he must fight to break a cycle of destruction or succumb to becoming the villain in his own story.

A short story about the last living heir of an empire shattered by war.

Synopsis In the grand halls of Averleigh Palace, a competition unlike any other unfolds. By royal decree, the firstborn daughters of noble families must compete for the honor of becoming Crown Prince Alexander’s bride. The trials will test their grace, wit, and resilience, but behind the glittering facade lies a court filled with secrets, ambition, and betrayal. Lady Evelyn has no desire for a crown, nor for the hand of a prince she has never met. With dreams of pursuing medicine rather than royalty, she refuses to play into the expectations of a future queen. Forced into the competition against her will, she vows to fail every trial and return home as soon as possible. But when a moment of fate places her at the center of the royal family’s attention—saving King Aldric’s life during a crisis—Evelyn finds herself in the spotlight she desperately wanted to avoid. The king favors her. The prince begins to take notice. And the other contestants? They are seething with resentment. Yet, unknown to all, Prince Alexander harbors a secret—a love outside the palace walls, one that could unravel the entire selection process. As tensions rise and betrayals unfold, Evelyn must navigate a world of power plays and whispered alliances, all while resisting the undeniable pull between herself and the very man she swore never to love. But in a game where hearts and thrones are at stake, can she truly escape her destiny? A tale of duty, defiance, and unexpected love, The Reluctant Crown is a royal romance where winning the prince’s heart may be more dangerous than losing it.

When amateur archaeologist Lila unearths an ancient amulet in the scorching desert, she thinks she’s found the key to saving her people from ruin. But the moment she touches it, the ground collapses beneath her, and she wakes up in a world she doesn’t recognize—with a face that isn’t hers. Now, trapped in the body of Queen Aurora a legendary ruler whose downfall cursed an entire kingdom, Lila is thrust into a world of political intrigue, ancient magic, and a prophecy she doesn’t understand. According to a fiery phoenix that emerges from the amulet, she must **restore the seven flames—a task that will unite the warring Phoenix and Dragon Kingdoms and heal a rift that has plagued the land for centuries. But Lila is no queen. She’s a reluctant adventurer with a sharp tongue and a knack for getting into trouble. As she navigates courtly schemes, battles with shadowy enemies, and the growing power of the amulet, she begins to uncover the truth about Queen Aurora’s past—and the dark forces that led to her downfall. With time running out and the amulet’s power growing stronger, Lila must decide: will she embrace her new identity as the Phoenix Queen and fulfill the prophecy, or will she fight to return to her old life—even if it means dooming the kingdoms to eternal strife?

At age 17, Natalie discovers she's pregnant and her world comes crumbling before her. She is overwhelmed with fear and guilt and covered in shame, but she runs to Abigail, her aunt for guidance and support. To make matters worse, Andrew, her boyfriend's colors, are revealed when he asks her to terminate the pregnancy to protect his family's reputation and business dealings. Dejected and betrayed, Natalie ends their relationship. Days later, she learns that Andrew is involved in a car accident, one with slim chances of survival and she vows never to love or trust anyone again, unaware that fate has other plans. Eight years later, Natalie meets David Roberts, her company's handsome and charming lawyer, who challenges her decision. Just as she develops feelings for him, her boss, Damien Lucas, reveals his hidden agenda—- to claim Natalie as his own. As Natalie navigates through this complicated web of relationships, David proposes to her, but their happiness is short-lived. A strange friend from David's past arrives in town unexpectedly, bringing with him secrets that threaten to destroy his relationship with Natalie. That's not all. Natalie finds out that Andrew, her ex-boyfriend, may not be dead after all. He's been watching her from a distance, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Natalie's past continues to haunt her, making it hard to move on with her life. As she faces her fears, she wonders if she can ever love again or if she will ever heal from her past. She finds herself drawn to David, who offers comfort, but his mysterious side makes her skeptical about him, even though he promises to take full responsibility for Victoria the child she had with Andrew. As time goes on, Victoria becomes fond of David and accepts him as her father. However, Victoria and Natalie's relationship suffers a strain when Andrew reveals himself as her biological father. Victoria, taken aback by the shocking revelation, confronts Natalie for lying to her about Andrew's death, and from that time, she develops a hatred for David as she suspects that he's part of the lie she had believed all these years. Natalie, now in despair, must choose between restoring the cordial relationship she once had with Victoria, her daughter, and moving on with David, the man who had assured her of a brighter future.

In the shadowed depths of Kyouten, a city divided by power and secrets, Hime operates as Venus, an enigmatic broker of forbidden knowledge. Her brilliance lies in her anonymity, her strength in the impenetrable walls she’s built. But when a calculated move brings her into the orbit of Kazuki, the cold and commanding leader of the Kagezan syndicate, those walls begin to crack. Kazuki is a man who thrives on control, ruling his underworld empire with precision and ruthlessness. Yet Hime’s defiance, her sharp wit, and the dangerous allure of her secrets ignite something within him—an obsession that blurs the line between protector and predator. As shadows close in, Hime finds herself hunted by the relentless Venus Hunters and entangled in Kazuki’s growing fixation. Forced into a precarious alliance, the two must navigate a world where every move is a gamble and trust is a luxury neither can afford. But behind Hime’s shattered mask lies a truth more dangerous than any enemy, a secret that could change the balance of power in Kyouten forever. When facades crumble and desires collide, who will emerge unscathed from the chaos?

Hwayeong’s Hilarious Struggle to Flunk Out of the Crown Princess Selection! Hwayeong’s peaceful life is turned upside down when her younger sister, inspired by rumors about the Crown Prince’s less-than-stellar appearance, submits her name for the Crown Princess selection without her consent. For Hwayeong, who loathes the very idea of stifling palace life, it’s a nightmare come to life. So, she comes up with a cunning plan: To delay her arrival at the imperial palace no matter what! However, her carefully laid plans are thrown into chaos when, out of nowhere, a galloping horse nearly tramples her. Furious at the reckless rider, she takes off after him through the bustling streets, her anger fueling every step. It’s only when she skids to a stop, heart pounding, that she looks up and realizes she’s standing before the towering gates of the very place she swore she would never go. “I won’t let this slide. Just you wait!” Confronting the rider later that evening, Hwayeong demands an apology, but instead of showing remorse, he arrogantly dismisses her complaint. Enraged, she impulsively hurls her shoe at his back in an act of defiance. Days later... Her frustration turns to horror when she learns the man’s true identity—he’s none other than the Crown Prince himself, the very focus of the competition she’s been dragged into. Though initially panicked, Hwayeong refuses to give up. Her new goal? Become such a nuisance to the Crown Prince that he’ll have no choice but to kick her out and send her back home! Unfortunately, the Crown Prince has no intention of playing along with her schemes... “You’ll rot here for six full months—completely, thoroughly, and absolutely!” Now caught in a battle of wills, Hwayeong must decide: Can she outsmart the Crown Prince and escape the confines of the palace, or will her rebellion only tighten the chains around her? #Romance #Comedy #Romanticcomedy #History #Loyalty #Prince #Unrulyheroine Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by JeongHyun All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 정현, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

Alexander's pain in life was never substantial. That was until that fateful day of reckoning turned him into a conduit for something cunning, treacherous and ruthless. His life was now fraught with danger, deception, and the Arcane. Discover the secrets of Arcadia alongside Alexander Cole for a journey you won't soon forget.

Star Holloway and Louis Whitmore were once inseperable high school lovers bound by love and whispered promises of forever. But fate had other plans when Louis travelled abroad to study. To protect Star from unforeseen danger,Louis broke his vows ,leaving behind a shattered heart and unanswered questions. Months later,Louis returns to Silvermore city not for love but for truth. His engagement to Lisa Stones,the adopted daughter of the powerful Stone is nothing but a calculated move.Star, expecting a heartwarming reunion,is devastated when she reads the headlines announcing Louis arrival and engagement to Lisa.