Drew Van Acker

Born into power yet cast into exile, Draven was the son of a demon lord and a beautiful noblewoman who lived among humans. Feared for their unnatural beauty and growing influence, they drew the envy of a king who sought their destruction. On the night of Draven’s birth, assassins descended upon their home, slaughtering his parents in a ruthless ambush. But before their end, they entrusted their son to loyal servants and gifted him a blade of unimaginable power—Infernal Edge. Raised in secrecy within a distant kingdom, Draven grew up unaware of his true lineage. Yet fate had not forgotten him. When he saves a runaway princess from a bandit attack, his life takes a fateful turn. She is promised to a prince, an alliance meant to strengthen her kingdom. But unknown to Draven, this very kingdom hides the ones responsible for his parents’ deaths. With his destiny entwined with war, vengeance, and forbidden love, Draven must uncover the truth, master his demonic heritage, and wield the sword that holds his family’s lost will. As kingdoms clash and enemies close in, will he rise as a savior—or embrace the darkness of his bloodline? A tale of power, betrayal, and love begins.

Enemies to lovers? ✔️ Villainous and possessive ML?✔️ Fiery spirited FL?✔️ Dark Romance?✔️ Excerpt: “Wife?” Lady Karina repeated, almost shouting as if she'd misheard him. “I would not marry you even if you were the last man in this world,” she remarked with sweet venom, a poison Van Merikh would gladly drink. “You are a murderer and a thief. I do not want you!” “But I want you,” Van Merikh stated firmly, his dual-coloured gaze leaving no room for argument. “And that is where this conversation shall end, Lady.” Van Merikh threw open the door and practically dragged her to the base of the stairs that led to the upper floors. When she refused to mount the steps, he easily lifted her onto the first step and spanked her soundly on the bottom. “Go to your chambers,” he ordered softly. “This is not over,” Lady Karina growled. “I will fight you with the last breath in my body against this…this madness.” “Go, or you shall feel my hand on your backside again.” ************** Magic as the world of Ethuaria knew it came from the distinct markings specific to each bloodline and nation that a person may or may have not been born with. It would appear at birth on different parts of the child's body, bringing about unique abilities passed down in their bloodline from mother to child. And for eighteen-year-old Lady Karina Hyacinth Reinhardt, life had always been one of comfort and peace with the secret abilities of her bloodline. As the beloved, yet sheltered, heiress of Moonveil Keep on the borders of the Kingdom of Caelthywn, she spent her days managing her father's lands and overseeing the affairs of their people, never knowing true hardship. War as she knew it was a distant nightmare that would never touch her. That was until Orpheus Van Merikh, the most feared warlord across the lands, invaded her home and seized it for his claims. Known as the devil himself, Van Merikh does not simply claim Moonveil for its riches, but also for the rumoured beasts that the Reinhardt bloodline conceals from the world. He will stop at nothing to have them. Thrown into captivity, Lady Karina expects cruelty, and Van Merikh, being the brute that he is, proves her expectations to be true. As a calculating and disciplined man who kills without hesitation yet protects what he claims, when one of his knights speaks ill of her, Orpheus cuts him down without hesitation. Lady Karina is his prize, but he would not allow others to dishonour her. However, she is not as obedient as one might think. Thus, determined to reclaim her freedom, Lady Karina refuses to cower as she challenges the enemy at every opportunity. Her defiance amuses Van Merikh, who spares her life due to her efficiencies in managing Moonveil Keep. Along the way, as they battle to find common ground, Van Merikh faces a rebellion among his own knights, who reject his growing attachment to her. They would have her dead before she warmed his bed. And oddly enough, Lady Karina finds herself charmed by the other merciful half of Van Merikh, but when her father returns to Moonveil at her request, much changes henceforth. Conspiracies arise and she soon slips out of Van Merikh's hold when he leaves for yet another conquest away from Moonveil. All hell would break loose when the beast from the depths would return upon Moonveil only to find his angel is gone.

Having been confessed by the person you in love with must be a dream come true. That happened to me. However, I found out later that the confession is not meant for me but for my classmate named Kyzer. he’s handsome, rich, and popular. On top of that, he’s a top student. It all happened because of the tiger costume I am wearing . Feeling defeated, I went back home with a bleeding heart. On my way toward home, a white van stopped in front of me and abducted me. I was abducted because they thought I was Kyzer thanks to the costume. A series of misfortunes befell to me one after another. When I opened my eyes again, I found myself in an unfamiliar room. Then I become the subject of a weird experiment. In the next day, I woke up in my bed by a loud ringing and discovered some weird widgets floating in front of my vision. I learned later that the peaceful city I was living till today is now in an apocalyptic situation. Demonic creatures were running rampant causing chaos to the land. Using my System, I will survive in this apocalypse.

In Crimson Shadows, two lives are drawn into dark, twisted fates by supernatural forces that feed off their deepest desires. **Dedication** To the ones who love in the shadows- who've clenched roses until their thorns drew blood, who've mistaken possession for passion, and silence for safety. *And to my little philosopher of the heart,* *who argues with stars and defends the moon's honor,* *whose logic bends universes but still can't solve* *why we cling to love that leaves bruises on the soul.* *This one's for the girl who writes treaties in margins* *and finds truth in the spaces between my ellipses.* *-Your Article I, your eternal cross-examination.* To the hearts that beat louder in the quiet of a one-sided room, to the hands that held on long after they should've let go: This book is yours. May it be a mirror, a rebellion, or a reckoning. And may you find your way back to the light. **Content Warning** This book is a love letter to the darkest corners of desire. It contains mature themes, graphic depictions of toxic relationships, emotional manipulation, and scenes that may unsettle. Reader discretion is advised for underage audiences and those sensitive to intense psychological or visceral content. Take care of your heart-this story does not.

Alexis an outcast, a “Hunted” yet able to hide under their noses, desiring to live at every cost. Even if it meant pretending to be a man. But she was also once one of the moon goddess’s three pillars. She was in charge of assigning mates, but her curiosity into what it would feel like to have a mate, to fall in love was considered a breach of rules. The goddess’s three pillars do not fall in love! It was forbidden. So she was sentenced, removed and reduced to the status of a mere werewolf. Her memories were wiped and she no longer knew what she once was, not even after her rebirth. In a world of werewolves where shifting was a must, what would happen to her? A girl who never shifted? Never manifested. What would she do now, suddenly having found herself struck with a heat cycle—something she had never once experienced. She was abnormal, never manifested, yet, there she stood in the middle of hundreds of guests drowning in her sudden heat that one way or the other drew his attention. Keelion Fane. The one who should have never known. He is the leader of the pack, but he is feared—said to be cold-hearted and cruel. He is an alpha who hasn’t found his mate for so long that he had no choice but to find a substitute. But Alexis was stuck. With nowhere to run, in his grasp. She…was doomed.

HEED MY ADVICE, TO ALL WHO WILL LISTEN, THE FURY OF A WOMAN WHO LIVES ON REVENGE, EVEN IN THE FACE OF DEATH, IS A RECKONING THAT SPARES NO ONE. The Dukedom Heiress Luella Van-Rensselaer thought that by doing everything her family needed, she would have the beautiful and loving family she had always wanted. However, she ends up getting betrayed by her own twin sister and her fiancé. Having gotten fed up with her family and how badly they had put her through, Luella wishes for death, which her sister gives to her as she ends up dying in the hands of her sister and fiancé. Finally, finding the peace she had always wanted, she wakes up to when she was eighteen (18) years old as the funeral service of her father. And now filled with nothing but rage and memories of her past, she now aims to destroy the entire dukedom with its name. The Van-Rensselaer dukedom will end WITH her and BY her. ~+~ A MAN WHO LOVES HIS WOMAN WITH NO POWER OR WEALTH IS NOTHING BUT A DREAMER; BUT A MAN WHO LOVES HIS WOMAN WITH POWER AND WEALTH IS A PROTECTOR, WORTHY TO BE BY HER SIDE. And that was what Grand Duke Ozed Rhinelander was. A man who went to war for his woman, accumulated wealth for his woman, lives for his woman. And he would kill for his woman. When Luella decides to take revenge on her family, she goes to one person she fully trusts. ~+~ ~Fragment~ "Do you want this?" His voice was low, almost a growl, but there was a hint of something else beneath — something that made her heart skip a beat. She swallowed hard, her throat dry. The question hung in the air between them, heavy and tangible. "I… I don't know," She finally answered, her voice barely above a whisper. His lips curled into a smirk, a slow, dangerous smile that sent shivers down her spine. "Liar" he murmured, his voice a deep rumble that vibrated through her. "You want this. You want me." She opened her mouth to protest, to deny it, but he didn't give her a chance. His hand shot out, gripping her chin roughly, forcing her to look up at him. "Do you want me to prove it?" He asked, his voice dripping with challenge. ~+~ Tags: #Revenge #Strongfemalelead, #norape, #reincarnation, #Fakeidentity, #EdwardianEra, #VampireRomance #Smut #Supernaturalpowers #magic #darkfantasy #long-distance pining (The main characters are aware of each other's feelings but can't be physically be together yet. IN THE BEGINNING CHAPTERS). ~+~ Cover is mine. DO NOT USE ____ @AR

A beautiful woman named Seira, participated in the selection as a royal servant. She was chosen to be a servant of the royal family, especially the Emperor's family. She worked as a servant very well, and followed all the orders of the Emperor and other royal members. But one day, she was sent to serve three of the Emperor's knights who were known to be very cruel and dangerous. Three men who were feared by everyone because they were like dogs ready to take orders from their master, no matter what. "My name is Seira, I was sent from the palace to treat you and serve what you need while in this mansion." Seira was placed to do everything they needed, even including what they wanted. However, Seira's arrival made the leader of the knights curious about her. "You're very different from all the servants sent to serve us. You're not like those who leave scared," said their leader, Harvey Van Desmond. That raised a question, especially considering how Seira never showed the slightest fear of them unlike when everyone was scared even hearing their names. It was all because of a goal she had all along to get back into the palace. However, what was her reason for doing so? "Who are you, Seira?"

You can't escape from the past, but you can try to understand it. The city, which has lived for centuries, hides secrets that mankind is not supposed to know. Venice, full of darkness and magic, becomes the background of Alex's story. A former mercenary, with a past marked by blood and pain, must face dark forces that threaten not only his life, but also the order of the world. He faces a choice: fight for redemption or let the darkness take away the remnants of his humanity. Will Venice allow him to find redemption and a new life? Discover how thin the line between truth and illusion is. Immerse yourself in a fascinating tale of mysteries that transcend reality. Get ready for a journey that will draw you into a whirlwind of mystery, action and unexpected twists. Gabriel van Robern weaves together history, fiction and personal experience to create a story that will stay in your memory for a long time. Will you find the courage to follow in his footsteps?

I died… killed by the very Shard of Mirror I shattered. And when I opened my eyes, I wasn’t myself anymore. I had transmigrated into my favorite game—not as a hero, not as a villain, but as an extra.  In a world where Sigils dictate power, I found myself in the body of a boy who had already died on the battlefield. Yet, as I drew breath in his place, his Sigil changed. A power never meant for him, never meant for me. Thrown into the bloodstained playground of rulers, I must carve my own path. But the deeper I walk, the more I realize… this world is far more mysterious than the game ever showed it to be.

Drew, a boy from a post-urban mundane city Old Fork 2 bourne by the depravity of light and colors, finds himself in another reality one day when he wakes up, with no memory of how he found himself inside a home built in another plane of a reality. This reality was comprised of a system that was completely unknown to him at first, until a stranger known to be Lilo knocks on his door to reveal to him that they may have been trapped in between the chronology of time; that being the past and the future. Find out what happens next. Thankyou for reading. Arigato Gozaimasu!

On a noisy night in the city, in a small studio at the corner of the street, soft light illuminated the window surrounded by shimmering piano keys. Inside, behind the elegant keys, a handsome man named Steve sat with intense focus. His sharp features and charming smile exuded a mysterious aura that captivated anyone who looked at him. Steve was not just a piano teacher; he was a maestro in the world of music, with skills that could make hearts race. Every finger that danced over the keys produced melodies capable of transporting listeners to another realm. However, his talent was not the only thing that drew attention. Behind the dazzling notes he played was a captivating charm that made his students, aged 17 and up, shiver whenever he discussed music. One of them was Viona, an 18-year-old girl with dreams of becoming a skilled pianist. With each lesson, Viona felt enchanted by Steve's charisma, and in every piano beat, she experienced the tension between pride in her progress and the shyness that lingered in her heart when interacting with her handsome teacher. In the practice sessions that began with dancing piano keys, there was more than just music lessons hidden between them. A story involving love, dreams, and vulnerability, where each melody could open a window into their souls, and each session became more than just notes — but also a step toward something deeper. Steve and Viona would come to realize that sometimes, the most beautiful melodies are not the ones played on stage, but those that resonate in their hearts...

“But that doesn’t mean we have to accept it. I Dao Wei, will never blame anyone for my own shortcomings! The so-called Law of the Jungle is something I will rewrite with my own hands!” Each word he spoke seemed to resonate with power, the air around him growing heavy with the force of his conviction. The dark child looked up, his anger wavering, replaced by something akin to fear as Dao Wei’s words crashed down on him like mountains, crushing the doubts that had festered within. “This is my Law!” Dao Wei declared, his voice rising as he drew himself to his full height. “And I am the Law!” Rumble! The sky began to change. Dark clouds gathered overhead, swirling in a furious dance as the heavens themselves seemed to respond to Dao Wei’s challenge. The wind howled through the peaks, and the ground trembled beneath the feet of those watching, as if the entire mountain was bracing itself for what was to come. The clouds grew darker, more ominous, the air charged with a strange energy. Thunder rumbled in the distance, a low growl that steadily grew louder, shaking the very foundations of the Sword Peak. The disciples and elders looked up in alarm, their faces pale as they realized the magnitude of what was happening. “Haa! Even if the Heavens try to stop me, I’ll split open the Heavens themselves!” Dao Wei’s voice rang out, defiant and unyielding, carrying with it a power that defied the very laws of nature...

Van Thomas has just inherited a house from his late grandparents in the countryside and has moved into it--only to realize the house is a rather popular resort that serves all kinds of customers all year round. As the owner and manager of the building, he realizes that the inn caters to an unusual clientele, and has an even more unique staff. His secretary is named Daji. A pirate named Waverly Leviathan with resemblance to Poseidon often stays. Daji's nephew often stays and calls himself Sun Wukong. A novelist and screenwriter, Athena, is working on a masterpiece. Then there's the CEO named Odin and his twin sons named Loki. Could these mythological connections be more than coincidence?

The captain of the pirate’s ship stood shocked at what the vessel she and her crew overtook was hauling. Her heart pounded her boiling blood through her veins until she drew her sword and pointed it at the cargo. Something most awful, most forbidden, and most dangerous-- a merman. A demon of the sea. A monster. A horrible, yet beautiful, creature known for sinking ships or making deals to steal human souls. She knew very well such monsters were better off dead, after all her whole mission was to gather a crew and take down the mighty sea serpent who slaughtered her family. However, she paused as the merman before her suggested: what better weapon to have in her hunt for a monster than another monster? Can captain Brigit overcome her prejudices, work with, and accept the merman Esmerlin as he is? Can she and her crew accept that perhaps not all their allies are truly allies? And can she finally get her revenge on the great sea serpent that destroyed her life all those years ago? Questions that can only be answered as this swashbuckling adventure unfolds.

After attending the wedding of his brother Tito and his former classmate Julie—a girl who could barely stand him—Jiko thought the night would end quietly. But as he returned to his room, a mysterious noise drew him to his window. The moment he opened it, a swirling vortex erupted, dragging him back in time. Stranded in the past, Jiko unknowingly rewrites fate when he saves Julie from a stray dog—an act that was meant to be Tito’s. In a twist of destiny, Julie’s heart shifts toward Jiko, altering the course of their lives forever. What begins as a ripple spirals into chaos, as Jiko is forced to confront a reality where one small change threatens to unravel everything he thought he knew. Lives, love, and loyalties collide in a battle against time itself.

In the shadows of a world unraveling, she drew her last breath in the fifth year of the apocalypse. Yet, fate had other plans. As she opened her eyes, time bent, and she found herself transported back to two fateful months before the end of everything she knew. With the enigmatic Boss Lady System by her side, Tyla sensed the weight of destiny pressing down upon her. How would she navigate the looming darkness and the secrets yet to unfold? Meanwhile, deep in the stillness of the night, he awoke at 2 a.m., drenched in sweat, haunted by an ethereal figure—a faceless woman who prowled the depths of his nightmares. Each pulse of anguish echoed with a promise of vengeance. He could not rest until she was found; the blade he once gifted her now a curse that bound them together. As shadows whispered around him, he vowed she would pay for the betrayal that plunged him into this relentless quest.

His face drew nearer and nearer until our nose touched Are you sure, he asked. Sure about what, I asked . I gasped when he wrapped his hands around my waist. "Sure you don't like me",he asked as his gaze moved to my lips, my heart beating fast. "uh..n..yes", I said as a whisper. ,"then let me test you",he said and this time his lips brushed against mine. just kiss me already, I finally told him. Crushing our lips together, but breaking it immediately. you lose the test, he said smirking. but dont think I'm letting you go with that ordinary kiss, cause I'm not ordinary. he said as he came close again. with his breath on my face.

Many people wish to be transported to another world, beautiful women, supernatural powers, adventures and the list continues. But what happens when you are born in a place where almost everyone see you as a tool, which turned out to be useless for their purposses. Falling into the depths of despair after losing what he cared for the most, the unmistakable sound of a notification changed his destiny and the one of all the planes of existence, but was it for the good... or not? "The host's current body is too shitty for the system, physical reformation in progress", "physical reformation complete, as a one time reward for surviving the host might ask the system for a wish". Follow Daimon on his journey through a world where the existences called "Gods" are only higher ranked mages. ------------------------------------ Achievement rewards: 300 power stones= 1 extra chapters (The reward chapters will be posted on the week, on a random day) ----------------------------------- If You like monsters folklore and cute girls then be my guest ----------------------------------- The cover is not mine, so all the credit for the right owner ----------------------------------- The story will have a lot of dark elements so if you don't have stomach for that then I suggest you to leave, oh also i'm quite a pervert myself so be prepared for that (NO NTR). ---------------------------------- Finally, enjoy the story and if you like it please do support me with your golden tickets, power stones and reviews they will help me a lot.

Following the betrayal of her uncle Amunak, Alea, Sorian, and Cillian find themselves in the depths of a winding slot canyon as a gargantuan thunderstorm approaches. The walls press in on both sides, and they will have to find a way out of their shackles and through the labyrinthine tunnel network before the rushing waters sweep them into the deep earth. This is a short piece of a scene that takes place in the middle of my planned novel. As such, I don't expect you to know the characters or events that led up to this, nor do I explain them. But it is easy to follow just the scene. ~2.2k words

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The girl gave a sudden cry of protest. The leader of the beggars had caught her arm and, as she reached out for her dagger, the second man caught her free arm and twisted it up and away from her belt....... Authur sighed and quickly turned throwing back his cloak and drew his sword from where it was hanging behind his left shoulder. Producing weapons from under their rag clothes, the band of four beggars turned to deal with the newcomer. Authur sent the first man sprawling in the dust with a shrewd blow from his sword, as a dagger was raised to strike him. The second beggar had a cudgel, and as he slashed at Authur, he found himself facing an incredibly long sword, probably the longest he had seen in his life, snaking over the top of his hand to prick at his throat. The man howled, tripping over his feet in an effort to avoid the wicked looking sword. The third beggar attempted to come over from behind Authur, but Authur as if having eyes behind him quickly stepped to his right hand side, throwing his sword from his right hand to his left hand to meet the leader of the gang who himself had a wicked looking blade of his own also, which was sent flying at an incredibly fast speed from his hand. The leader howled and doubled over, clutching at his elbow. It was over.........

Van and his friend Magus had reincarnated in another world with magic. Tasked to kill the demon lord, they set forth. Van was granted very rough skills that made life for him in that world a living hell, yet he muscled through. Magus however, was bestowed with unfair skills. Due to some of said skills, he gained a harem, which in time, included the girlfriend Van made in the world. After beating the Demon Lord, and after finding out his girlfriend had been stolen from him, he got very upset and so he went to propose to... The Demon Lord...!?

In the peaceful Ning City, the Shen family had two lovely daughters. The elder Miss Shen, Shen Ru, was smart and capable, while the second Miss Shen, Shen Yan, was charming and beautiful. One day, a third daughter, Shen Wan, appeared. Shen Wan was quiet and unremarkable. She looked weak and helpless. Mr. Shen said, "Let her stay." Mrs. Shen said, "A daughter born to a lowly woman is still lowly." Shen Ru said, "She's too plain and simple." Shen Yan said, "Brother Qi dislikes unattractive things the most." Shen Wan coldly smiled and thought, Don't worry, take it easy. None of you can escape!' - In her past life, Shen Wan lost all her blood, her organs were hollowed out, and she died on a cold operating table. She lived thirty years without having any children. In this life, she came for revenge. She carefully planned every step and turned Ning City upside down. But inadvertently, she drew the attention of a demon king. The people respectfully called Quan Hanting "Lord Six". He was cold and heartless, and his identity was a mystery. [Little Cute Bundle] "I heard that when I was born, Papa was in so much pain that he almost died. Yeah, Mama bit him!"

This was a world where technology and cultivation co-existed. Lu Ping had been single his whole life. He didn’t have any cultivation resources and all girls hated him. All he could do was dating a girl he had met online. However, at his graduation, Lu Ping accidentally exposed his personal information to his girlfriend. From that moment onwards, his life started to change strangely. When the two had finally agreed to meet, the Nine Heaven Golden Phoenix suddenly appeared and covered the sun with its wings. Everyone thought that the world was about to end. Lu Ping drew his sword, ready to defend his home. “Honey! Stop! It’s me!” Feng Xiaoqi, the phoenix, pleaded. Lu Ping looked at the phoenix in awe as he dropped his sword. “We have Xu Xian in the past, and we have Lu Ping in the present! Long live humans!” “I thought Xu Xian was already unbeatable, who knew Lu Ping was even stronger than him!” “Lu Ping! You shouldn’t play with a girl’s feelings!” “He’s right! You have to show her the fine tradition of us humans!” “What do you need for your wedding gift? We humans can give you anything you wish for!” Lu Ping looked at his fellow human, completely dumbfounded by the situation.

(This is the first thing I'm writing so please don't be too harsh with the constructive criticism.) Ths follows a fan of the Naruto shippuden anime when he finds a video on YouTube about interesting game about the anime, the game was a walk through of the entire Naruto shippuden anime but not from the perspective of the canonical characters but a original player character allowing nearly limitless RP potential for the player and that the game is currently on early access. After seeing the video he told his friends and sent them the link only for them to find a rickroll, seeing the responses from his friends he downloaded the game to show them the game, seeing the download time he drew what he wanted his character to look like and went to sleep waiting for it to finish downloading. When our protagonist woke up from his slumber he realized that he was in a terrible situation when he saw a shrouded figure looming over him with red eyes and a blade and at that point he knew that his life would either end or it would never be the same ever again. (I own none of the Naruto shippuden characters that will be in this novel as this is in no way supplementaly related to the story as this is a fan made piece of media.)

--WSA 2025 Entry-- Mallory, the illegitimate daughter of a nobleman, has been shrouded in misfortune since birth. Abandoned by her mother and discarded by her father, she's forced to survive on the dangerous streets of Lurris Kingdom. For years, she's scrounged for food and avoided danger, until she trains a pack of stray dogs to beg from nobles. Mallory's luck seems to change when she obtains a gold coin, enough to sustain her for a year. However, this newfound fortune becomes the catalyst for her downfall. {Congratulations! You've awakened an unlucky system} A voice echoed in her head as she drew her last breath —— However, fate has a lot stored for her when she finds herself in another world and has awakened a mysterious system. Mallory is now reincarnated as Celina in a fantasy world as the only human with unlimited power and new friends to protect. {Name: Celina Sawyer} {Title: Enemies of humans} "Humans? Maybe I can get exact my revenge!" She swore to herself. Celina finds out there is a way to go to the human world. Now it's time to get her revenge!

Arian van Elod, rightful heir to the Elodian empire has lost everything. With his honor and pride stripped away, his father, the emperor, exiles him to the very edges of the empire. There, in a desert, far away from any civilization a crumbling beast-academy is located- the last hope for the empire's scum to receive some form of education. Arian has already given up all hope... for the students, as well as for himself, as he tumbles closer and closer to despair. And yet, somewhere in his heart, there is still the whish to regain everything he had lost...

Cassidy Miles has never known an easy life. Tragedy follows her like a shadow, and after losing her mother, she is left completely alone at just 20 years old. Desperate to survive, she takes a janitorial job at the powerful Van der Bilt Corporation, hoping for a fresh start. But instead of stability, she finds herself trapped in a dangerous game with Logan Van der Bilt—the ruthless CEO who seems determined to make her life even harder. What starts as a simple job soon unravels into a tangled web of secrets, betrayal, and shocking truths. As Cassidy is drawn deeper into a world she never expected, she must decide how far she’s willing to go to survive—and whether the price of the truth is too high to pay.

After the red meteor streaked across the sky, human civilization came to a standstill. Since that day, people could no longer manufacture a rocket, a nuclear bomb, an airplane, or an automobile... The pyramid of civilization, built upon modern science, collapsed in an instant, and the disaster was far from over. The world turned gray with the arrival of the red meteor, like the ghostly reflection behind a mirror, dragging the civilized world bit by bit into the abyss of chaos. In this age, human lives were as insignificant as dust; yet in this age, humanity shone like stars. As the great edifice tottered, someone saw a performer standing atop the ruins of civilization, his red robe like blood, laughing and crying by turns. The curtain of the era slowly drew back behind him as he spread his arms wide...