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Sky Altalune's life has been a relentless nightmare. At just 16 years old, she has suffered years of unimaginable abuse at the hands of her mother, Patricia, and her stepfather, Gerald. Her only solace is her diary, where she confides her pain and longing for escape. But her world shatters further when Patricia sells her to the mysterious and powerful King Sattarro, who intends for Sky to marry one of his three sons. Upon arriving at the Sattarro castle, Sky is thrust into a web of secrets and danger. She meets the Sattarro family: the domineering King Sattarro, his cold and distant queen, and their three sons: Jason, Lou, and the eldest, Dakota. Jason is dismissive and predatory, Lou is charming yet elusive, and Dakota, favored by the king, is shrouded in mystery and menace. Sky is betrothed to Dakota, despite his brothers' objections, and soon discovers his dark secret—a hidden room filled with mementos of his previous fiancées, who have all mysteriously disappeared. As she delves deeper, Dakota reveals the horrific truth: the king himself practices dark rituals, sacrificing young women to maintain his power and youth. Sky must use all her wits and courage to escape the Sattarro family's dark legacy, or become its next victim.

Bound in chains yet yearning for freedom, Alpheo, a modern historian, finds himself enslaved in a land on the brink of chaos. As the empire of Rolmia plunges into civil war following the death of the emperor , his three ambitious sons vie for the throne. In the midst of this turmoil, Alpheo finds the chance to break his chain and escape, leading his companions into the ashes of war, trying to thrive in it, selling their swords to the highest bidder . But beyond the borders of Rolmia, hungry eyes watch as the empire's grip loosens. The Sultanate of Azania, ever the opportunist, sees a chance to expand its domain and influence , while to the south, neighboring principalities breathe a sigh of relief as the once-dominant giant stumbles and falters. In the sea, the confederation of the Free Isle finds their chance to restore their old maritime power , denied to them by an empire that is now crumbling beneath itself , lacking the strenght to stop them. In this crucible of conflict, where dynasties crumble and empires fall, Alpheo find his call and the chance to forge his own destiny amidst the ashes of empires. ----------------

Lee Hyunwook, the steel emperor, was the last savior of mankind, but died. In order to change the future, the place he regressed to was... The military?!! "Why here of all places?!" The start of Corporal Lee Hyunwook, who gets stronger in a special way, by doing a steel mukbang!

Nagi was an ordinary man at the end of his rope. Struggling with depression and haunted by years of failure, his life ended one cold winter night in a tragic overdose. But death wasn’t the end—it was only the beginning. When Nagi awakens in an unfamiliar world, he discovers he now inhabits the body of Ved Flack, the heir to one of the most powerful and feared families in the empire. Ved Flack was a man both revered and reviled. Known for his ruthless ambition, strategic brilliance, and icy demeanor, he commanded fear and respect in equal measure. But with such power comes enemies—and a dark legacy that Nagi must now inherit. This new world is one of peril and magic, where dungeons teem with deadly creatures, ancient secrets, and unimaginable rewards. It is also a world of intrigue, where allies are as dangerous as enemies, and everyone is driven by ambition or survival. As Nagi struggles to adapt to his new life, he’s burdened by Ved’s reputation and haunted by the memories of his own failures. Yet, he begins to realize that this second chance isn’t just about surviving in a world that may be even more unforgiving than the one he left behind. Will he rise to the challenge, or will fate have other plans?

Waking up inside the ruins of an orphanage, Alexander finds himself chained and sold to slavery. A modern metallurgist, trapped in ancient times, watch as he tries to play with the cards fate dealt him. He will make plate armor, invent paper, build roads, teach governance and many more, as he tries to carve a place for himself. But how can such things not attract jealous eyes? The naval superpower- Cantagena, The unstoppable army of- Exolas, The superpower of the east- Adhania, The mercantile confederation- Sybarsis, The religious fanatics- Iyizarid, And the ever-present- Barbarians of the Barren Forrest, All want something from each other. In this ocean of sharks, follow a small carp as it struggles to leap through the dragon gate and establish a dynasty to outlast them all. The cover is not mine. If you are the owner of this cover, comment and I will remove it.

A moment of vulnerability results in Ye Beibei being manipulated into marrying Young Master Gu, a wheelchair-bound man. Having imagined an idle and prosperous life within an aristocratic family—who knew that she would instead be enslaved into becoming a young nanny every single day? Ye Beibei smacks the table. "Liar, I want a divorce!" Young Master Gu pushes a cute baby in front of him. "You want a divorce even when we already have a child? Dear Wife, wake up!" "..." Ye Beibei stares in confusion at the adorable baby who looks exactly like her. Can anyone tell her when she gave birth to a child?!

Is Magic really just a wish machine? No! In a universe where Magic truly exists, the ultimate nature of Magic must be as simple and aesthetically pleasing as the laws of physics. This is the story of a mass-produced magical war tool who learned the ultimate nature of Magic. But what of it? Just as birds can fly without understanding aerodynamics, magicians can use Magic without grasping its ultimate nature. Learning the ultimate nature of Magic doesn't mean the tool can instantly transform into a great magician. But yearning for knowledge is a human instinct, and curiosity is the primary driving force of human civilization. Even for Magic, which should seemingly defy explanation, humans hope to understand its inherent operational laws. The pursuit of Magic's ultimate nature requires no reason! The story in this book takes place in an era where steel and gunpowder dance together. Here, firearms are on the rise; armor remains the main character; military theory is changing rapidly, with endless innovations in systems and techniques. And this world has something more than ours: Magic. The world is undergoing a profound transformation, and no one can remain detached from it...

"I want a divorce," Xia Yuqing declared, placing the signed papers on her husband's desk. His response? "Pay up 50 million for breaching the marriage contract.... or make my mother despise you." Once a powerful empress in her past life, Xia Yuqing has now transmigrated into the body of a woman with the same name, bound in a loveless contract marriage. Fed up and desperate for freedom, she decides to do both: become a money-making machine and a mother-in-law's worst nightmare. But her plans start to hilariously backfire when her cold, distant husband suddenly begins to fall for her. And there's a catch—he looks just like the emperor, her husband from her past life. Now, what will Xia Yuqing do when her cold husband demands a chance at their relationship? Will the once-powerful empress choose her freedom, or will she surrender to the love she never saw coming?

Most would expect the daughter of the king of one of the four strongest nations in the Realm of the Angels to enjoy great luxury and power. While her Father may enjoy those things, that isn't the case for Rosemary. The hated daughter only manages to attract disdain from others in the royal court despite her gentle and kind nature. Rosemary was born with a weak body, preventing her from living up to the ideals of her father and his court. Such environment pushes Rose to attempting to end it all. But she is unable to do so as she recalls her older brother's love for her. As she drowns, she cries out for help. But no one is around. No one but a certain handsome man with eyes as cold as her father's.

Julian Weber is an officer in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and a graduate of Westpoint Military Academy with a degree in civil engineering. As U.S. involvement in Afghanistan comes to an end, Lt. Julian Weber finds himself involved in a terrorist attack by the Taliban, which claims his life. However, he quickly finds out that death is not always final as he is reincarnated into the body of a Baron's son and heir in an alternate Earth set in Late-Medieval Europe. In an era of political turmoil and civil strife, the Baron's young son is named Regent of the Barony of Kufstein and forced to contend with feudal powers. Will he be able to institute reforms leading his Barony into the age of industry? Or will he succumb to the pressure of his feudal overlords and a corrupt church that seek dominion overall?

Threads of Time & Steel A tale about Love, Magic and Revolution By A.B. Sucrose Marina Eldheim is a brilliant inventor, a woman ahead of her time in a pre-steampunk-inspired empire divided by class and fueled by magic. With her wild curls, grease-stained overalls, and sharp mind, she's known as the Cog Queen, revolutionizing the world with her creations. But even her ingenious inventions can't shake the restless dreams of a man she's never met-yet feels she's always known. Silva Fischburn is a disciplined soldier, a man haunted by his past and bound by duty to the empire that once shunned him and his mother. Rising through the ranks despite endless sabotage, Silva's loyalty is tested when whispers of rebellion threaten to tear the empire apart. But what shakes him most is the mysterious connection he feels to Marina, the inventor tasked with outfitting the imperial forces. When shadowy figures from the slums and the nobility conspire to use magic and manipulation to destroy them, Marina and Silva find themselves drawn together by forces neither can control. As old secrets, forbidden love, and the ghosts of a life they've both forgotten begin to resurface, they must fight for their place in a world that seeks to keep them apart. With the empire on the brink of war and their enemies circling closer, Marina and Silva must decide whether to follow the paths laid before them or risk everything to uncover the truth about their past-and their future. A tale of love, ambition, and defiance, 'Threads of Time & Steel' is a thrilling pre-steampunk epic where magic meets invention and destiny collides with free will.

Li An, abandoned at birth in the cold palace, gains a miraculous gift when a seed from the tree of knowledge enters her mind, enhancing her intelligence and setting her on a mission to gather wisdom points by applying her newfound knowledge. As she grows, she uncovers her noble heritage and encounters her destined fiancé, a proud young general who looks down upon her. But through tough times, they recognize each other and work toward her ultimate goal. She was given a barren land but she turned that barren land into her small kingdom—a place where the seed's knowledge can thrive and inspire growth for future generations.

Aurora, the most sought-after courtesan, was consumed by her obsession with avenging her family’s death by murdering the king. However, fate took an unexpected turn when she unknowingly saved the very man she despised, setting in motion a series of unforeseen troubles.

On Thas, a world still feeling the effect of Summonings done hundreds of years before, it is time for the dangerous Visit of Bolat to come again. But the very reason the kingdoms of old Summoned heroes from other worlds seeks to awaken once more. With Summoning now illegal, Thas must raise its own heroes to fight.

Betrayed and stripped of her rightful inheritance, she vows to destroy the powerful Yu family who has cast her aside. Determined to ruin everything they hold dear, she sets out on a path of ruthless revenge, ready to leave nothing behind in her wake. On the brink of losing everything, she meets Mu Yusi, the cold and calculating CEO of the largest company in City B. A man of few words and a heart of stone, Mu Yusi lives life under the radar, never letting emotions interfere with his sharp business mind. However, when their paths cross, their unlikely partnership sets in motion a chain of events that will forever change their destinies. In a game of power, betrayal, and vengeance, the forgotten heiress will rise again, but will she lose herself in the process, or find love in the arms of the man who’s equally broken?

Alana Gates is a rebellious 19 years old girl who spent her whole teenage life enduring her mother's abuses. After a certain incident occurs in her life, she moves to New York to stay with her aunt and continue her education. The simple life she plans to live quickly gets complicated when she gets entangled with Roman Ashford, the richest and most arrogant man in the whole of New York, and has to be his woman for the next 31 days. Will she be able to tolerate his vexing attitude for the next 31 days or will this relationship turn into a complete disaster? .... @WINX

Adinah, an 18 years old bellibone, was left to cater for her two siblings, after the horrible death of her wealthy parents, who died in a plane crash. Her once compromising dad who was the owner of a wealthy company, left them with nothing, but huge debts, which they had to pay, the company was collected from the siblings, and other wealth's their parents left them, houses, cars, ships, not even their mother jeweleries was left with them. With all those wealth paid off, their father's debt was not still paid off . One of Adinah's father's friend, who Adinah's father owed a vast debt suddenly came up from nowhere, and made Adinah's life more miserable than it was, saying if Adinah could sell her body to him, that he would let her go, giving her less than a month to think about it. Adinah knew she couldn't pay the debt, and she wasn't going to spread her leg for the old man, her only choice is to run with her siblings when it is the end of the month But what if Adinah don't have a choice but to spread her legs for the man old enough to be her father, or would salvation seek her. Let roam through the life of Adinah? Or would you like to meet Lucius Brown A cold business tycoon, a lone wolf, the country most feared tycoon, who would not hesitate, to get rid of someone messing with him. But what was the cause of his coldness, their is a crazy saying which says “There’s going to come a time when you learn to be heartless, only to protect yourself", was this the case for the business tycoon This might be the case, a man who had suffered a very traumatizing past which made him very cold to everyone , even to his self and family

From her early childhood, Emerald has been shaped as a killer. Growing up in a dark environment where all she sees and knows is evil and violence planted in her mind and heart that being a killer is the only way to survive. As she matured, Emerald learned to embrace her dark instincts and use them to her advantage, becoming a formidable force to be reckoned with in her ruthless world. But everything changed when she met the spoiled brat daughter of the most powerful crime lord in the underworld. "A forbidden connection, a hidden truth, and Emerald's future hung by a thread."

Love of Fortune and Steel is a historical fantasy that weaves together romance, comedy, adventure, and the clash of worlds. James, a modern-day banker with an unwavering passion for history, experiences an extraordinary transformation during a routine museum visit. A mysterious supernatural force transmigrates him into a parallel medieval realm—a world familiar yet distinctly altered with its own unique nations, rulers, customs, and the presence of mana, a mystical energy that enhances martial prowess. In this enigmatic land, James encounters Bisera, a formidable and strikingly beautiful general of the Vakerian Empire, locked in a desperate struggle against the powerful Gillyrian Empire. Utilizing items granted by the supernatural entity, James saves Bisera’s life. Grateful and believing him to be a divine emissary sent by the Universal Spirit in response to her prayer, Bisera invites James to join her in defending the Vakerian Empire. As two souls isolated by their disparate worlds, a profound romance swiftly ignites between them. However, Bisera’s devout faith and the heavy burden of her responsibilities compel her to restrain their relationship, fearing that any overt passion might conflict with her duties and incur the wrath of the Universal Spirit, condemning their souls and the Vakerian Empire to ruin. James, enthralled by Bisera’s personality and talent, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her, yet frustrated by the invisible barriers she maintains. The vast differences in their worldviews and customs, coupled with James’s determination to return to his own world—an eventuality that might irrevocably separate them—act as chains on their blossoming love. With his modern knowledge and items, along with Bisera’s reliance on him, James quickly becomes an invaluable asset to the Vakerian Empire. However, this also makes him a target of Vakerian court politics and Gillyrian diplomacy. Their bond is further tested with the arrival of Saralta, a bold and free-spirited cavalry commander from the Vakerian steppes. In stark contrast to Bisera’s reserved and devout nature, Saralta pursues James with unbridled confidence and charm, challenging Bisera’s deeply held beliefs. Saralta’s liberal approach to love ignites a complex and often comical love triangle, forcing Bisera to confront her fear of losing James to Saralta’s advances and her greater dread of endangering their souls should they succumb to their feelings. As the Gillyrian onslaught intensifies, James, Bisera, and Saralta are swept into a maelstrom of love, duty, and faith. Bisera grapples with her unwavering sense of duty and steadfast faith, torn by the love that binds her to James. Saralta oscillates between the allure of freedom and the demands of propriety. Meanwhile, James must navigate his deep emotional devotion to Bisera and his fiery physical attraction to Saralta, all while striving to find a way between the two worlds before losing them both.

Meet Alexandra Smith the useless good for nothing first daughter of the smith family of city A who was rumured to be the reason why her parents divorced. But only the members of the family knows that her father cheated on her mother before their marriage and has a child one month younger than alexa. The day her father brought home is mistress and his illegitimate daughter her mother the heir of the lopez family decided to divorce her husband and left with her daughter alexa. Alexa always blamed her mother for all her misfortunes untill the day her mother died leaving her alone with no protection and left with no other choice she went back to her fathers home where she was tortured and lost everything. Now she's back and all she wants is revenge. will she succeed? or will the truth underneath change her mind

Cheated on by her fiancé weeks before their wedding, Sara, vowed to never love again. Men could not be trusted, especially with a woman's heart. She had made the mistake once, and that was more than enough for her. Never again would she make the same mistake to give her heart to another. But her resolve began to waver when she came across her new boss, Alexander Legend, a man whose reputation in his expertise and ruthlessness in business preceded him. Respected and feared by many, but to Sara, he was an annoying pest she wished she never met. Too persisted for her liking yet, she finds herself falling, slowly melting in his presence. Getting used to his stolen kisses and hugs and sometimes anticipating them. °°°°° Excerpts “You will fall for me, Sara. One day, I'll have your heart too,” Alex drawled. His voice had a seductive allure that had her heart racing. The fact that his hand was leisurely resting around her waist didn't help her either. “Try as much as you want to,” despite her body begging for his touch, Sara was determined to reject him today and any other day. She couldn't make the same mistake again. “You won't succeed in your seduction. NOT NOW. NOT EVER.” Alex smirked, kissed behind her ear and her body trembled, much to his satisfaction. That was all he needed to keep purising the stubborn woman in his arms right now. “We shall see, Miss Ambrose,” he cooed and then released her. He returned to his seat and asked in a professional tone. “What is my schedule for today?”

After 10 years of hide and seek, the Mitchell family return to Springfield, with their beloved Luna Mitchell wanting her to leave a normal life free from constant fear of danger. But will she be able to put the past behind her and leave a comfortable life?? She tries to let go and stop being too uptight. And on her first day in her new high school, she manages to make new friends as well as enemies. She tries to live a new life with a tough identity but sadness and despair always find their way into her happiness leading her into leaving Springfield again. ... 4 years later... She's back but this its all for revenge. But the past won't just let her be. Will Luna Mitchell let her past and present pains and trauma break her down or will she overcome it all and prove to the real Woman Of Steel that she truly is...

Falling into a world of the rich elites from a wretched homeless girl, she meets the cold Billionaire who forces her into a contract marriage

sneha's childhood forces her to go through rough children.her memories are filled with sorrows and cries.. everything changes when she meets her a cold man....

As Bryan lay on his deathbed, enveloped by the cold of loneliness and the weight of the wounds that consumed him, the bitter pang of regret eclipsed the physical pain. The life he had chosen to live - a lonely path marked by violence - played out before his eyes like a cruel movie of memories. Without family to mourn him, friends to remember him or love to console him, he faced the end of his existence. With an icy smile and his last remaining strength, Bryan muttered, almost inaudibly: “He who lives by the sword, dies by the sword.” But fate, in its unpredictability, did not seal his story there. Instead of falling into oblivion, Bryan awoke in a strange world, a universe ruled by strength and magic. Carrying with him the physical and emotional scars of his old life, he discovers that the blade that once condemned him to loneliness may be the key to his redemption. Now, in a world where alliances are fragile and danger lurks at every turn, Bryan must face not only the challenges this new place offers, but also the ghosts of his past. Will he find the strength to forge a new path and, for the first time, fight for something beyond himself?

An average guy somehow finds himself in the DC Universe. By some sort of miracle, he didn't go mad and ended up planning an escape. He nearly succeeded. Perhaps he succeeded a little too much. The DC universe lost a potential hero but that doesn't mean he can't be one in another place. The only problem is that the line between friend and foe is truly blurred here. Man of Steel crossover with MCU. You can find more chapters in my pa.tre.on page: https://www.patreon.com/Dragonspectre

Pain.... Flashing images.... Memories mixing..... Cold....so cold Resentment.....so much resentment filling his bones..... 'If only I can do it again'