The Devil Doesn'T Bargain

A brother who destroyed his destiny all because of power.

On the first day of Alex's sophomore year in high school, the elusive company of H20 Software Corporation paid a visit. Why? You ask... Oh, it turns out that my class has been invited to playtest their latest game, Untethered. Playtest? Yes, playtest...and not enter the whole-ass game and become the godforsaken Devil Spawn.

The tale of a grim reaper who hates humans and a human who fell in love with him. From a really young age, Asahi Sato had always been beside Akira's side. They grew up together and faced all hardships together. Akira thought their friendship would last a lifetime but he didn't expect his life to be cut so short by that very friend. Logically speaking, their friendship did last a lifetime but only for Akira. As if having a secret affair with Akira's fiance wasn't enough, Sato also went ahead and killed Akira in order to steal the company. For the first and the last time in his life, Akira felt what it was like to be betrayed by the one you trust the most and the feeling was certainly not that amusing. Even after death, when the Grim Reaper who was in charge of him gave him a wish, Akira didn't hesitate to waste that wish on Sato. "Help me solve my murder." "I want to understand where everything went wrong.” "I want to know why Sato suddenly turned on me and I want to know why my fiance joined him.” Unfortunately, for the poor fellow, the grim reaper in charge of him was not a man who liked to be troubled and it seemed that nobody had ever taught him how to smile. "Tch- So much extra work! Can't you just pass away in peace?" "..." Read on more to know how Akira uncovered the mysterious circumstances behind his death and begged God to change his beloved Grim reaper's fate. __________________________________________ I hope you enjoy!~ __________________________________________ BL||Romance||Grimreaper||Revenge||Fashion||CEO||Secondchance||Fantasy||Fluff||Mystery|| Art by: Cherlyswan.

‘I possessed the female lead who runs away after becoming pregnant with the male lead's child. I know the original story, so there’s nothing to misunderstand!” So, I decided not to run away and instead seduce the male lead... “Quite a convincing act." My pretense of being the tragic original female lead was immediately seen through. “It seems my wife isn’t in the condition for a boat ride.” My desperate attempt at skinship to earn the female lead’s buff was brutally ignored. “Am I truly doomed?” After a moment of despair and grueling effort, I improved my relationship with the male lead and confessed about the pregnancy. But then. “The child.” With the same hand that had gently caressed Dahlia's belly, he softly cupped her cheek. “This way, I’ll have no choice but to kill you myself.” The warmth of his hand on her cheek felt chilling. “Don’t you agree, my wife?” …I should’ve just run away. It seems I’m totally screwed. ................................................................. Disclaimer: All rights to the original content belong to their respective creators. For advance chapters: p@treon.com/ShinningNovelTranslations (replace @ with a) Translated Original Name: 도망 여주가 도망을 안 감 Author: 은가빛.

"Fairy, don't be afraid. I'm not the Devil Leader." "But your Blood Sea Phenomena, White Bone Daoist Palace, countless Soul Banners, and your World-Destroying Demon Knife prove that you are a Devil Leader." "Fairy, you've misunderstood me. I'm actually a good person who carries a knife. The one I just killed is the true Devil Leader." "He is my husband!" Ji Changsheng's eyes lit up. It was simply marvelous.

When humanity desired more power they made a portal to hell but one day something went wrong as humanity almost became instinct. Thousands of years later a boy half demon and human was born but fate hated him as he was immediately thrown away in a world demons and humans are in a eternal war. but one day that same boy shone like the sun and a girl that shone like the moon will change reality and the tide of war forming a group comprised of anyone desiring to conquer with the intention to balance the world will be the breach that will start the flood of change. Heads up +this will be a slow updating novel as i desire for long chapters that will be made sure at the best of my abilities to be smooth and well written +updating may take multiple weeks to multiple months a chapter as i have school and pretty busy +i plan to add more

Orphaned and hunted, Lyka discovered she was the key to unlocking an ancient power. But when Roshan, the devil, finds her, he's taken aback by an unfamiliar sensation - his heart beating for another. As Roshan's darkness gives way to an unexpected tenderness, Lyka finds herself drawn to the one being she should fear.

There was war in hell. The flames of hell turned against itself and the demons tore each other apart. It was a terror to behold; one that the devil himself could not escape. Every other terrestrial being was against him, trying to take his power and throne. Knowing that he wouldn’t survive it, Lucifer fled from hell into the earth feeling regretful. His fall came from a woman whom he thought he had grown to love. But at that point, it all didn’t matter….he needed someone to will his power to…it was much better than leaving it in the possession of those demons. And while he was running out of time, he immediately gave it all to a prince in his mother’s womb before he vanished into eternity The prince; Francis was born and he grew just as powerful and as fierce as the devil himself. He was a devil, but he ruled on earth…unstoppable and strong willed. He was hardly referred to by his name and was mostly called the devil, right from when he was a child after a powerful seer revealed the reason behind his power. But even though Francis had all the power he wanted and would ever need, he had one restriction. To keep history from repeating itself, he was given just one rule, never to love a woman. **** But on the far side; in a village, lonely princess lived with no hopes of survival even though her father, the king was still alive. But it wasn’t much of a surprise since the royal family itself was the reason behind the princess’s tight chances of living. Even her mother the queen couldn’t save her because she was very much afraid of her husband, the king and his second wife who bore him sons. They lived their lives in fear, not until one day, the queen was about to take her last breathe. She was poisoned by the king’s wicked wife. But before she died, she had just one wish: that her daughter Aurora avenges her death and take over the village by attaining a level of power and authority that could only come through one means….and it is to “Marry the devil” the strongest, ruthless, merciless and powerful king that lived. She knew she needed him to love her if she ever wanted to access his powers and make him revenge for her. And so, Princess Aurora was set on a journey to marry the devil who was warned to never love a woman. What happens when the devil falls in love? Would he receive the same fate as the previous Devil? Or will love change his fate? Will Aurora's determination lead her to a world of power, love and strength? Or will the devil's fate cause her a life time of peril and pain?

Can life ever go back to how it was after losing your only child? How do parents cope with the feelings of guilt and wanting to blame the other? Melissa wonders the answer to these questions as she grows more and more estranged from her husband, David, over the months following a train crash that took the life of their daughter. They had always been a unit, seeing each other through hardship after hardship since the early days of college. But now, no matter how hard she tried to hold everything together and get them both through the tragedy, David looks at her as an enemy. And as fragments of memories, proceeding and following the accident, slowly start to resurface, Melissa realises maybe she hadn't coped as well as she had thought.

Isabella Romano is a sweet, innocent 20-year-old who finds comfort in the pages of books and the quiet moments of her life. With long chestnut hair, bright eyes, and a heart full of kindness, she has always been a gentle soul in a world that seems to demand more from her. Despite her beauty and grace, Isabella is often overlooked in her own family, overshadowed by her cold father and her older sister, Giulia, whose jealousy of Isabella’s natural charm has turned her into a constant source of cruelty. Isabella's only solace comes from her best friend, Clara, who has been her rock through every trial, and from the love and warmth of her mother, Lucia. But her family's constant criticism and Giulia’s jealousy weigh heavily on her fragile spirit. Still, Isabella carries on, loving her sister despite everything, hoping one day she might understand. On a seemingly normal day, Isabella's life is turned upside down when Giulia, in a moment of jealousy, pushes her into the path of an oncoming car. Her Life changes completely when Dante, with his dangerous charm and shadowed past, becomes her protector....and her nightmare. In a world where danger lurks at every turn, Isabella must navigate the darkness that Dante brings with him, all while unraveling the mystery of the bond between them that grows stronger by the day. Will Isabella’s sweet innocence be enough to survive the ruthless world Dante inhabits, or will the chaos of his world consume her? The only certainty is that her life will never be the same again. "The Devil's Kitten" is a story of love, betrayal, and survival, set in a world where innocence is both a blessing and a curse.

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Vilaria is a land where fae dwell. Shouldn't they live in peace, happiness, and so on? Turns out that the fae are much more bloodthirsty and complex than what the stories had made us believe. When Nyx, a changeling, abandoned by her parents, becomes a new guard at the Court of Spring and Blossoms, she doesn't even know what perils await her. There is a revolution brewing in the realm of Kobolds, the Undine pirates have been ransacking the shores, the Sylph army is preparing to introduce the martial law and close the borders, and the Salamanders refuse to even attend the annual council. Yet the Seelies, creators of the world, do not care - they dance and drink in the shadowy realm beyond the reach of common fae, their mouths full of nectar as Vilaria crumbles. The only connection they have with the world is through Lunarie, fae of stars and moons who keep the portal to their realm hidden. But the faith in them is dwindling. Do they even exist? Are they the actual creators? Did they abandon their creation, or have they never had anything to do with it? Is it all a Lunarian ploy? If they don't care for the chaos... do they enjoy it? There are so many questions and so few answers. --- I will also be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com.

[Participating in WSA 2024] #SYSTEM #GENDERBENDER #CROSSDRESSING Yun Shu crossed over in a game world and became one of the suitors for the General's daughter aka the Female Lead? In this world, the Male Leads are obsessed with the Female Lead, but she has no interest in them whatsoever. To have a safe long life and avoid the bad ending, Yun Shu decided to propose the Female Lead with an assurance of a contract marriage. She also agreed with the conditions in the contract and married her in a moment of desperation to get her freedom back. After the marriage everything became peaceful and all, but why does the Female Lead look at her in a weird way? She will snuggle in her arms and even wants to sleep together in the same bed? "Why are you doing this? You know it very well that I'm not interested in girl's!" Yun Shu yelled at her. But the woman pressed her in bed underneath her as she whispered in her ears, "I'm a man and you are a woman? What's the big deal?" Yun Shu, "..."

Alinteina Huang's only goal is to be independent and have a new and fresh journey with her sisters. However, her life changes when she crosses paths with a mysterious man who seems to be searching for someone. But because of his presence, he attracts many spirits who want to defeat him. Alinteina soon discovers that he is the King of Sins and that her destiny is intertwined with his. Amidst the spirits who want to defeat him, he begins to like Alinteina, but will it be enough to save them both from destruction? [TAGLISH]

WSA 2024 entry novel Synopsis Getting Reincarnated as the Biblical Devil isn't something our protagonist ever thought was possible. He was a firm believer and knew how powerful God and the Angels were, they are existence that are not to be thrived with especially God. But here he was as the Archangel Samael, the left hand of God or the poison of God casted from Heaven to hell for rebelling against his Father, God. "what is the meaning of this, is this God's doing" our protagonist wondered as he knew very well that there is no way that the Almighty would not know something about this. So he decided to wait a little while to see what would happen to him but something else happened, what he had expected did not happened, so he has to take in the fact that he is now the new Devil, the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Bloody Morningstar. check out my other works. The Omnipotent System My Infinite System

******** (WARNING: This novel’s MC is Laurence’s disciple, since both of them love to cuss at everyone’s faces…. Just kidding! xD xD. Just like my other work that has a warning at the top… So, please read at your own risk! ^_^) ********* Not all villains are evil. Sometimes, their experiences and how others treated them shaped them into what they are today. ********* “How amusing! Do you really think that being labeled as a [tyrant], a [bully], and a [villain] would be that outstanding?! Why don’t you come here right now and let me punch you in the face so that you can wake up from your f*cking delusional sh*t!” ********* In his first life, for some unknown reason, he was betrayed, framed, and stripped of his status as a noble and labeled him as a “traitor” or in the worst case, a “villain”. Now, as he faced execution and prepared to die when suddenly an unknown entity called [system] offered him a chance to be a world-hopper and complete various tasks in different worldlines. The system also promised him to grant his greatest desire should he ever consent to be bound by the [system]. With no other choice, he accepted the entity’s offer and after millennium years’ worth of transmigration, for some unknown reason, the system prompted him to be reincarnated back to his first life that he had forsaken…. As the “villainous” Third Young Master of Marquis Chevalier Household from Stellarus Empire. ********* Photo not mine. Credits to the owner.

A demon named makeshift has hidden potential, as if fate was with him. However dealing with the dangerous realm that is hell, makeshift struggles with many burdens of being a demon.

At just 24, Ian Fletcher has built a thriving fashion empire, earning respect and admiration as one of the youngest CEOs in the industry. But his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Luna Pierce, a retired fashion designer whose name once dominated the runway. Despite the 16-year age gap between them, Ian is captivated by Luna's grace, intelligence, and untold story. As their relationship deepens, Ian uncovers haunting secrets from Luna's past—secrets tied to the downfall of her career and the dark actions of his own family. Faced with an impossible choice, Ian must navigate the conflict between loyalty to his family and his growing love for Luna. Can their bond withstand the truth, or will the weight of the past tear them apart? In When Age Doesn’t Matter, love and betrayal collide in a story of passion, redemption, and the courage to fight for what truly matters.

After getting hit by a runaway car, Simon wakes up in a mysterious alley with nothing but a black notebook and a key in his pocket. He soon discovers that he's made an unwitting deal with an ancient underworld merchant—he must now become the new keeper of a shop that sells supernatural goods. From magical herbs that boost life expectancy to soul contracts and shadow potions, Simon must learn to navigate a hidden world that coexists with our own. With each trade he makes, his powers grow—his “Merchant System” grants him unique skills and abilities based on the value of items sold or acquired. As Simon dives deeper into this clandestine market, he realizes that he's dealing not only with mythical beings but also with the dangers of the bargains themselves. Every transaction has a cost, and not all customers are human. The shop also acts as a bridge between the living and the dead, meaning some of Simon's clientele come from realms best left unexplored.

Alison Palmier's life is unravelling, and just when she thinks it can't get worse, she's coerced into signing a contract with California's most influential man, a billionaire business tycoon. His singular goal? To make her suffer in ways she never imagined. Suddenly, Alison becomes a pawn in a high-stakes game of chess, where every move leads her deeper into a world of deep secrets, deadly risks, and treacherous alliances. As she navigates this perilous path, she must confront the cruel devil pulling the strings and survive his twisted mind games. But will she find a way to thaw his ice-cold heart, or will his buried secrets prove too powerful, trapping her in a web of destruction from which there's no escape?

A team of four led by a man of prior knowledge, they don't know much about, have to save their city from a demon invasion. They go through challenges and turns that may be deemed difficult for others. With the help of futuristic cutting edge technology they face hellish creatures and even make tough decision along the way. The clock is ticking for our heroes in Downtime City. Will they make it or will the world be in peril.

In the heart of a city that never sleeps, Elena Hayes is a journalist with a relentless drive for the truth. When her sister goes missing, Elena finds herself drawn into a dangerous world of crime and deception, led by the enigmatic and ruthless Lucian Dante. With his dark past and cryptic motives, Lucian offers Elena a deal—help her find her sister in exchange for a favor. But in a city ruled by shadows, trusting the devil might be the only way to survive.....

"I don't love you, I never will,"He said.Never in my world had I imagined this would be my fate to love and not be loved and why would I care he was a prince I was a nobody.

Lycoris radiata was known as the devil, the most fearsome being in the modern world. However, one fateful night, she underwent miraculous transmigration into a romantic novel, awakening within the dying body of the story's villainess, Medea Falaguerra. For her, it seemed like the perfect playground to continue her wicked games. But an unexpected encounter changes everything, redirecting the course of her new life in ways she could never have anticipated. Can she survive in a human vessel cursed by the narrative's misfortune, adapt to an entirely unfamiliar world, and learn to find a way back to her own? Or will she be forced to embrace the very emotions she once scorned and be trapped there forever?

In a dark alley, obscured from the prying eyes of people, the muffled grunts of a shadowy figure beaten to a pulp were barely visible. Four hooded figures were standing around the bloody figure on the ground as he looked up in hate. Kraign struggled to his feet, his face mangled beyond recognition. "All of you idiots shall pay. THE WORLD WILL BURN!! "Boss, I think he's gone mad, we should leave", one of the hooded figures said on a low voice. "Was thinking the same thing", the shortest hooded figure replied, retreating with his crew, leaving the boy in the ground, barely breathing. As death drew near, things all went wrong.

(Spending System + Marry first, Love latter + Pleasing Story + Brain Hole Book) After being blown up by an oven, Yu Ting time-traveled into a book, becoming a ditzy girl side-character who was all show and no substance. She pursued the male lead relentlessly, always paying his way, even to the point of pursuing him back to his grandmother's house. Ding. [Please, the host needs to spend 2 million within three days] Ding. [Please, the host needs to spend 5 million within 24 hours] ... What's more, the original character ignores her awesome husband to pursue the male lead. She wouldn’t! Gradually... People at Chang Ming University began to notice something off about Yu Ting. She no longer wore her cataract-style colored contacts nor acted lovesick. Her clothing style also changed, and she stopped having unsuitable fantasies about senior Shen Sheng... Just as the classmates were discussing Yu Ting, they discovered... It seemed like two people had driven off together during the holiday break? Upon hearing this, Professor Lu promptly clarified: "Apologies, but Yu Ting is my wife and she has no relation to Shen Sheng." Everyone: ??? [Strong female lead, occasional sweetness, continuous pleasure] [Please refrain if you are fussy, the female lead spends money outrageously]