The Water Dragon'S Bride

Max Rose, a boy whose life has been shaped by unrelenting hardship, has found himself at the heart of endless wars. Bearing the title "Child of the Abyss," he fights for humanity against every nightmarish creature that threatens it. But with each victory, the darkness within him grows, a malevolent force that seeks to consume his mind and soul. His battle against the external horrors is matched only by the internal war he wages against the abyss that threatens to swallow him whole. How long can he continue this fight? How much longer can he hold on before the darkness claims him completely?

What makes dragons strong? It's not their power or magic, but their mind. Arrogance, greed, Iron Will, and the lack of human restraints. What would happen if you threw such a creature into human society? Would they understand humans? What does love even mean to them? This is the situation that our MC, Arad Orion found himself in. A newborn dragon bringing "Might make Right" to the humanoids, but why? Due to an abnormal condition, the mighty void dragons are on the brink of extinction. Their bodies have suddenly started rejecting their kind. Due to that, Arad's mother dropped his egg into a forest where he could hatch safely, leaving him with a fragment of her consciousness and informing him of the condition of their race. From that point, his goal became clear. To save their race by either finding a cure for their condition or going the second route of making more void dragons. But, sadly, nothing is ever that easy. Finding a cure is almost impossible. Arad is still practically a newborn and cannot tap into the terrifying might of his race, and his rarity makes him a prime target for mages and scholars seeking to study the dying race. Dragons are arrogant, proud, and vicious. Yet those feeling extends to those whom they love. You who touched a dragon's love, Retribution is an insult, and life is a crime. Beware as merely existing draws the dragon's wrath. Follow Arad on his journey as he grows from a naive wyrmling to a grown dragon with enough wisdom and power to stand with the strongest of the world. *** If you liked the story, please support it with power stones and comments! The story now has a Discord server. Please visit it to see character art by me and the community. https://discord.gg/CPJXDj6Adg *** You can contact me at Discord at any time Alen_Tanor#1599 And last. Please don't forget to leave a review, it really helps!

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of Fire elemental martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift on his 8th birthday—a connection to two differing elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift and a tampering of the order until now that is an omen. It is a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria on a more serious level. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat of the Abyss' encroachment on his universe, but one step at a time as he grows from just a tool of the God's to a major power as the hero of not only Nexaria, but the entire universe. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situations? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

Warning: Mature Content Trigger Warning: Abuse, Trauma, Psychological *It's full of red flags. Don't tell me I didn't warn you all. Blue Learley, a seventeen-year-old girl, lived in a small town with her parents and two brothers. Everything was going as usual until that fateful night when her life changed forever. Demetrius Easton, the merciless werewolf king, got his eyes on her and wanted her as his bride. When her own parents sold her to him, she had no way of escaping him and no one to turn to for help. *** “I don’t want to stay away for too long. Sometimes I fear the bird might fly away.” “The bird doesn’t have a home. The outside world is dangerous for it. And besides, the bird has already found its freedom inside,” I said. “The bird won’t fly away.” ‘So you don’t have to cut its wings since it did not grow them in the first place. It’s okay. The bird likes the cage anyway.’ *** Support my other works: *Silence*- It is a crime-filled thriller novel with a blooming romance between two teenagers. It is about love, friendship and betrayal. Trust me, the twists will keep you on edge. The Mask Of The Monster where you can read the love blooming between a human girl and a terrifying-looking monster The cover is not mine. Source: Devianart

“You are the least objectionable groom of all the ones I’ve seen,” Anaisa replied seriously. “Thank you for the glowing compliment,” Trace grinned, “but that didn’t quite answer my question.” ___ Anaisa is an orphan and a pariah. In an ultimate act of betrayal, her father, a Count of the Realm, is accused of deserting and betraying the army in a time of war. Not only is he immediately executed for the offense, but the king declares he must have been a fake all along! His two daughters are stripped of their titles and inheritance, replaced by a distant cousin and cast out of their home with nothing. Anaisa swears someday she will get her title and lands back, but in the mean time, she and her sister Katia have to figure out how to survive. Trace is an anomaly among his people; instead of revealing their son as a magic user and thrusting him into the public eye, his parents kept it a secret to allow him to choose the kind of life he wanted. Trace found himself content to rest and play in his own dream world instead of invading the nighttime visions of others. As an adult, his choice to remain unknown is thrown into jeopardy when a mysterious blackmailer forces Trace to enlist in the territorial war between nations, threatening to reveal his secret if the demand is not met. With the war now over, Trace believes he can finally go home to his farm and live the simple, unremarkable life he’s always desired. When Anaisa and Trace are thrown together by a royal edict, the sisters find themselves unwittingly tangled in the web of mystery and intrigue that surrounds the blackmailer’s escalating assignments for Trace. Anaisa begins to suspect it may be connected to the plot to replace her family in the noble court. As the scheme continues to unfold, lives, loves, marriages, and magic will be put to the test to see what forces in the world are strongest.

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] Reborn into the world of her favorite novel, 'Auberon's Edge', as the maid of an unimportant side character - the doomed princess who would be married off to the villain and then killed in a fit of anger some time after they were married - Rache is faced with a moral dilemma: does she use her knowledge to flee the to-be-conquered nation and live somewhere she knows will be safe, or risk upturning the fate of the book by warning Princess Airie about her impending doom? Before Rache can decide, she's ambushed in her bedroom by the princess' guard. Knowing how dangerous the black hearted prince of Sidera is, the princess declares she's forcing her maid to go in her place due to the maid bearing a striking resemblance to her own rare features, while the real princess goes into hiding until her parents can find a way to get untangled from Sidera's web. "Remember, if the prince finds out the truth, he'll kill you first." Trapped in a marriage to a cold-hearted sadist who only loves violence, railroaded into a pointless ending before the story even begins. There is no escape to this twisted romance but death. Rache - the new Princess Airie - will not go so quietly into the night. "Let's break up!"

Nicholas Anderson, a successful CEO, finds himself under mounting pressure from his parents and board members to settle down and produce an heir for the family business. Determined to maintain control over his own life, Nicholas concocts a plan to find a fake bride who will appease his demanding stakeholders while allowing him to continue living on his own terms. With the plan in place, Nicholas sets out to find the perfect candidate to play the role of his doting, fake fiancée. However, as the scheme begins to unfold, Nicholas finds himself navigating treacherous waters, encountering unexpected hurdles and surprising turns of events that threaten to expose the truth and jeopardize his carefully crafted image. Will he be able to maintain the charade and win the support of his family and the board, or will he be forced to confront the consequences of his deception?

In a realm ruled by ancient prophecies, young Princess Nyma of Fyrian is marked by a mysterious connection to the mythical phoenix. On her fifth birthday, amid grand castle festivities, she is drawn to a magical tome, signalling the slow awakening of her destiny. The prophecy foretells that the chosen one will face great trials to bring renewal, and at the cost of personal hardship. Nyma's journey is a solitary path of self-discovery, resilience, and the quest to fulfill her role as the beacon of hope for her people, striving to protect her kingdom from the shadows of ancient predictions without the alliance of another royal heir. ..... It is a tale of magic, mystery, and the profound impact of destiny, exploring how one young princess can rise to become a beacon of hope amidst the turbulent clash of mythical forces.

When the human princess, Lareina is sent as a bride for a peace treaty between the demons and humans, she ends up in a political marriage with the second prince of demons, Prince Azrael. Lareina falls for his gentleness that sets him apart from the rest of the demons in her eyes but on the night of their wedding, he is deployed to the war. Years after his abrupt departure, Azrael has finally emerged victorious and returned. However, much to Lareina's dismay, he has brought back a beautiful demoness with him. At the receiving end of his hatred, a heartbroken Lareina tries to save their marriage until all her hopes are shattered. Determined to carve a way for herself, she decides to end the marriage but she is met with a new challenge when her seemingly uncaring husband suddenly refuses to let her go.

"I am not good." "...Neither will I call myself evil, for evil is not the absence of good." Xander Westley, a serial killer, finds himself reincarnated into an alternate world after being executed. He is reborn as Ren Draxion, the bastard son of the Draxion Family of the Eastern Radiant. Faced with turmoil and hardships because of the nature of his birth, Ren resolves to make a drastic turn in his life and reach the top of the ladder where nothing but one's own strength matters. This decision, however, opens up a new but dangerous perspective to his current world that he never had.

Angel thought the world would be hers to explore when she turned twenty. She can finally be free from the gilded cage her overprotective father built for her. But she was mistaken! Her 20th birthday marked the day she lost everything, including the freedom she so desperately craved. It was the day she fell into the hands of her father's enemy, to atone for his sins. Leoric has meticulously planned his revenge for many years. When that day came, he thought he had everything under control. The man who killed his father was behind bars, and the empire he painstakingly built fell into his hands ... including his only daughter. He planned to force his new bride to entertain his friends on their wedding night. That should force her to a status lower than an escort, which should humiliate her and shame her father. That should usher her into hell. His perfect plan of revenge was ruined by a mysterious mishap. They found themselves stranded in a desert in an unfamiliar world after their yacht was sucked into a vortex. Later, they discovered that they were in a parallel universe ruled by dark forces. The only way to return is to offer a tribute to the country's supreme leader—a virgin bride! Where would they get a virgin? Wait, isn't Angel a virgin? As Leoric and his companions traveled across the treacherous landscapes of the enigmatic Astralis, he found himself falling for his wife, who seemed to have transformed after falling into the sea on their wedding night. On a starry night on top of the peak of Mount Anabu, Leoric gazed tenderly at his wife, who looked ethereal, radiated a mystical aura, and whispered... "To hell with the supreme leader and going back. You can only be mine! Let us rule Astralis!"

Aelin is married off to a demon prince, Draegon, for a truce between demons and humans, even though both species have hated each other for centuries, and killed the other mercilessly. So, both sides chose the least favored child for the marriage and bound them in a relationship. Being in a place surrounded by demons was like a nightmare to Aelin which causes her a lot of distress, especially when her husband leaves her shortly after they spend a night together to go fight a war with unknown beings which leaves Aelin at the mercy of her enemies

Sophia's life has been nothing more than a loving hell for as long as she can remember. Born into a noble family but kidnapped and sold to the human farms ever since she was a child, pain and suffering are all she has ever known. She escapes the kidnappers momentarily and manages to run into Alexander Sabastine, the young billionaire heir to Sabastine’s fortune. Will he be able to rescue her from this misery and give her the love and happiness she seeks

In the Kingdom of Rivera, Kaden, the ruthless crowned alpha Prince, lay cursed in eternal slumber. Lily, a servant girl with a hidden past, arrived on a mission of vengeance, seeking to kill the monster who slaughtered her family and destroyed her colony. But when she touched him, the curse was broken. Instead of death, Kaden offered her a shocking proposal: become his mate and bear his heirs. Now, Lily is bound to her enemy, torn between the desire that burns within her and the revenge that fuels her soul. Will she succumb to the darkness that haunts them both, or will her thirst for vengeance consume him... and herself?

Jordan Jude is a successful billionaire CEO. He has power, money, and a good reputation. But Jordan has one secret, a secret he kept hidden from everyone: he's gay. However, his life falls apart when news of his romantic relationships with men becomes public. His company’s stock falls, investors leave, and the media attacks him. Jordan sees his business begin to fail. To save his company and image, his father suggests a bold idea: Jordan should hire a fake bride. A fake marriage with a woman can help quiet the critics and rebuild his public image. Jordan dislikes this plan, but he feels he has no choice.

Sophie Monroe, a renowned model from New York, had her world turned upside down after falling into a deceptive romance with her agency's CEO, Nathan Davies. In an act of love, she selflessly steps down from her throne, giving her rival, Amber Moon, a chance to shine. Her decision comes at a cost, leading to her being blacklisted from one of the Top 3 agencies, Star King Entertainment. Three years later, Sophie and Nathan's wedding plans unravel when she discovers Nathan's affair with Amber, who is now pregnant with his child. Heartbroken and betrayed, Sophie finds herself at the marriage court alone, left in the lurch by Nathan who uses Amber's injury as an excuse to postpone their wedding. The same day, Noah Kingsley, the CEO of Collider Scope Entertainment, also finds himself abandoned by his partner at the altar. In an unexpected twist, Sophie and Noah, two strangers bound by a common circumstance, decide to marry each other. Release Schedule: I plan to release 3-5 chapters per week, typically at 6 AM Eastern Standard Time (USA) and 11 AM Greenwich Mean Time (UK). But sometimes I will upload 2 chapters a day, for that the second time will have a 12 hours difference from the given time. Each chapter's length will range from 200 to 1500 words, depending on how much I can write. Thank you for your support, and I hope you enjoy this series!

Life was mediocre for Amara until her Master brought a proposal for her or more like, it was an order: she was to marry the wicked Lord Damien. Refusal was out of the question for her, as she was merely a slave —a servant burdened by her parents' debts. Just when all hope seemed lost, and she resigned herself to her fate, a mysterious man shows up in front of her, kills the evil old lord, kidnaps her brother, and gives her certain tasks to complete. If she doesn't, then he will kill her brother. As Amara embarks on her journey to save her brother, she finds herself in the clutches of a handsome prince - a devil prince. Despite the danger that surrounds him, she is instantly drawn to his captivating charms. As she struggles to fulfill the tasks set by the mysterious man, her heart is pulled in two directions. On one hand, she feels an undeniable attraction to the devil prince; on the other, she is determined to do whatever it takes to save her brother's life. Will Amara be able to complete the tasks given to her by the mysterious man? Will she be able to save her brother's life? And what will happen when her assigned tasks clash with her feelings for the devil prince, forcing her to choose between her love for him and her family? *** The cover doesn't belong to me. All credit goes to the original owner.

"Who the fuck are you?" he barked, using his hands to grab my neck in a vice grip. I struggled for breath, feeling my life slipping away. "Please... I...can explain." He losened his grip but kept his hands on my neck. "Then do it." Tears spilled from my eyes like rain. "I... I'm not Sol... I'm her twin sister Luna." ********* Luna Grande never thought she'd have to return to the dangerous world of her mafia family. But when her twin sister Sol disappeared, she was forced into a role she never wanted- replacing her sister and marrying Dominick Phoenix, the cruel and domineering Don of the rival Phoenix Mafia Dynasty. Dominick Phoenix is the newly crowned Don of the Phoenix Mafia Dynasty and will do everything to keep his position. But when Dominick discovered that Luna was not who he thought she was, he lost it and went berserk in search of her sister Sol. For indeed Sol has something valuable in her possession that Dominick wants badly.

"You are my salvation and an answer to my cursed eyes." ------ In a world of vampires, werewolves, and witches, a girl is born to be the bride of the vicious and bloodthirsty 300-year-old immortal Vampire Prince. The man who could never be enticed by any ethereal beauty till now suddenly has shown interest in a woman with a curse whom everyone abandoned. Alora Wilson, the eldest daughter of a high-noble human family, is born with the curse of an old powerful witch. It is the curse that burns the person into ashes if the person looks directly into her eyes. A curse that forces her to wear the blindfold since the moment she was born in this world. When the kids of her age enjoyed every small moment of their lives, she couldn't. No one loves to befriend her. Even her own father and siblings despise her. One day Magnus Lukeson, the Vampire Prince, enters her life– The man whom the entire kingdom is scared of. A man with only foes and no friends. A man who ventures his territory at night to take the fresh blood out of humans irrespective of the age or gender to quench his thirst. ~~~~~ The blindfold cascaded off Alora's eyes and her enchanted blue eyes met with Magnus' blood-red eyes. "You have enchanting eyes, Alora," Magnus pronounced. No one ever said that to her. But no one could look into her eyes either. Only Magnus was the exception. The reason was still unknown to her. "Shall we begin the night?" Magnus asked for her permission. "Will His Highness give me love?" Alora asked. She was desperate to be loved. The feeling she could never get from her family and only heard in the words. "And how am I supposed to provide love to you?" Magnus queried since he was curious to know her thoughts. "Holding hands, hugging each other, sleeping together, and sharing thoughts. Isn't that how you shower love?" Alora innocently asked. Magnus ended up smiling to hear her explanation of love. He leaned down and kissed her lips, causing her to shiver from that sudden feeling. "This is the way I shower love," Magnus pronounced, gazing into Alora's charming blue eyes. ~~~~~ This story has participated in WSA 2024. Your votes, comments and gifts will mean a lot to me. Follow me on Instagram: rayoflight_pcy

The king of hell "Lucifer's" mission on earth was to avenge his father's death by killing the whole enemy's descendant but unfortunately, he fell for her while carrying out his mission and accepted his fate by marrying her

It's been a thousand years since the era of god’s have passed and all the gods are asleep in their tomb at the crypt, a young and naive girl, Ivar falls in love with her Uncle, Ragnar, she defies her parents wishes to marry him, believing he's the man holding her heart. Ignoring her mother's warning, Ivar marries Ragnar before fleeing with him to his village. But upon reaching his village, Ivar realized there's more to Ragnar than she thought. Ragnar is not just a man—he’s a wolven, bounds by a dark curse that haunts not just him but his entire tribe. And Ivar, is the key to breaking that curse.

" Within my deepest darkness, We met like destiny..." *** As a divine witch possessing the rarest of powers, Avalon was fated to bring about doom. Her clan was cursed with the task of saving a crown prince who happened to be half Lycan and half wizard being that his mother was a true blooded witch and his father, a Lycan. But there was an unfortunate prophecy foretold that, "if she ever utilizes her powers, you will all fall, one by friend, one by foe, and one by family." Because of this prophecy, Avalon has been in a tumultuous state from childhood. *** King Ares Mickelson, the most formidable Lycan to have ever existed who possessed enigmatic emerald green eyes. He has lived for nearly three centuries without finding a mate due to his dark past. His curse had befallen upon his mate and her entire clan in order to save his own life. On a journey back after attending his mother's funeral, Ares chanced upon Avalon in the dense forest and came to realize that she was his destined mate. However, what will come of Ares Mickelson when he finally encounters his long-awaited mate –Avalon a divine witch, who has been vengeful towards Ares Mickelson for cursing her entire clan? Is Avalon prepared to seek revenge for the curse that had befallen her? Or is Avalon ready to accept him despite his dark past? *** He was so close. Too close I forgot to breath. "You do not go around allowing people touch you however they want to. I am going to be your husband. Hence, you are mine and mine alone." Ares declared. What is going on?. Why Is he been so over protective.? "What's up with this beautiful nut job?' His eyes was still gazing deep into mine as he released a loud chuckle. No way! Did I just say that out loud?.

Through a unexpected incident that led her to getting married to Mr. Devil, a man feared by many, Valeria Hale gets to meet someone who was simply everything she dreamt of in a man, but why the hell did he happen to be her nominal husband's assistant?! Tag along with Valeria as she slowly finds out his true identity and also navigates the treacherous waters of the Capital City where many secrets she had never imagined laid!

SYNOPSIS~ In the elite world of wealth, privilege... and crime, a beautiful bride, entangled in a web of blackmail and coerced into marriage must navigate the trillionaire's temptation. As secrets unfold, their masked identity ignites a thrilling game of power, love and deception. Will they both lose everything or find true love behind their masks?

Dragons are the ultimate beasts of prey, an amalgam or chimera of all apex predators. So when a new one appears people notice. And when one makes a point of ending a trade people get vengeful. But that dragon was once just a normal human; how much can a powerful beast with human morals change the world? Like my book cover? Well, I made it! Wanna see it up close or my other art? Here’s my Pixiv https://www.pixiv.net/en/users/43934225. Other social media: https://www.instagram.com/kazanograte/ https://www.tumblr.com/thinkingjellyfish https://www.royalroad.com/profile/391489/fictions

This book is about a love triangle between three races. Humans and vampires made a pact to live in peace after the Great War of 1500. The kingdom is overrun by vampires and any chosen human woman will be brought in to marry the vampire crown princes. It was the human's pride, including Liliya. Liliya was forcibly married to a vampire prince named Lavern from the Chze kingdom and became a princess. However, Liliya was not at all happy because vampire races made her family killed in the past. Suddenly, a werewolf race appeared which was created as a result of humans killing each other and wolves. However, Princess Liliya falls in love with the handsome and good werewolf, Wonde John. So, what will Princess Liliya choose? Keeping her marriage to Prince Lavern for a luxury life or pursuing her love affair with Wonde? EXCERPT: “I hate … vampires,” said Liliya with bold eyes. "Then I'll marry you," Lavern said with a sneer. "I chose you to be my bride." “Whoa … What? So you're the vampire's crown prince?" Liliya is shocked. "Yes, I'm Prince Lavern. I just want to know what would you do if lived with a vampire for the rest of your life!”

Meeting him was all it took to shatter all that she believed. One fateful night was all that was required to have her questioning her existence and the world around her. Up until the moment she crossed paths with Helios Sloan, Eliana led an ordinary, mundane life. Helios, a man renowned by many but encountered by only a few, had a reputation that preceded him with unfavorable tales. However, Eliana held a contrasting perspective. Despite the stark contrasts between them, Eliana perceived a similarity. Helios, also known as The Demon, was more than just a nickname. Eliana found herself inexplicably drawn to his darkness, challenging her previous perceptions. She came to the realization that she shared more in common with him than she had initially thought. Born to a bloodline beyond the natural yet unknown to her, Eliana possesses abilities that are beyond her comprehension. To uncover the hidden truth, she must venture with him into an unknown world where their trust in each other was tested as secrets were revealed to them.

Fifty Years Ago, everything changed. The once vibrant planet of life, now became a man-eating hell. Monsters called Soul Eaters nearly destroyed humanity, putting them on the brink of extinction. But fortunately, the Star Dragons emerged, saving humanity and giving them a chance to see another day. Among all the chaos, humans began to mutate, turning into abominations called Runes. Berry, a fragile, pink-haired Rune, just barely survives a deadly test to determine his fate. Now, he must navigate a world that fears him, haunted by the threat of his own poisonous nature. When he catches the attention of Caelum, the Star Dragons’ powerful leader, an unlikely bond forms. But love between a dragon and a Rune is forbidden, and as their feelings grow, so does the risk to both of them. Caught between duty and desire, Berry and Caelum must decide: will they defy the rules that bind them, or let their love be swallowed by the shadows of their world?