Blague Pourries Courtes

Dark Fantasy Romance | Betrayal, Dragons, Slow-Burn Tension “He wanted a servant with a sharp tongue. He got a girl who knows how to use it.” When Arin is dragged from her burning village in chains, accused of a legacy she doesn’t understand, she expects to die. Instead, she’s thrown into the deadly glitter of the Kaerethyne court—where dragons decide who rules, every silk-draped noble is a liar, and the Prince who ordered her capture is infamous for leaving lovers broken… or dead. Prince Caldan Kaerythene—scarred, exiled by his own dragon, and haunted by betrayal—wants one thing: to expose the traitor among his blood-soaked kin. For that, he needs a weapon. A girl no one would suspect. What he gets is Arin. A thief with secrets in her blood. A commoner with teeth. And a mind sharp enough to make princes bleed. She was never meant to survive the palace. He was never meant to want her. But in a kingdom ruled by dragons, fire doesn’t kneel. It devours. Enemies-to-lovers. A court of monsters. A chained dragon who judges with smoke instead of flame. And a girl too dangerous to kill, too clever to cage. The crown didn’t steal her. It tried to break her. But she came to win. Perfect for fans of House of the Dragon, Throne of Glass, and dark fantasy with bite. This is a slow-burn romantic epic filled with venomous nobles, ancient secrets, and jaw-dropping betrayals. Read at your own risk. The flames are watching.

Je croyais autrefois que j'étais l'héroïne d'un conte de fées moderne, bénie par la beauté, la richesse, l'intelligence et un puissant héritage. Les hommes m'adoraient, les femmes me jalousaient, et j'étais fiancée à l'homme le plus désirable, Cole Fay. Ma vie semblait parfaite, un rêve où je tenais le rôle principal. Mais le jour de mon dix-huitième anniversaire, cette illusion s'est effondrée. La vérité m'a frappée durement : je n'étais ni la protagoniste, ni même la méchante ou un personnage secondaire. J'étais juste un pion, une part jetable de l'histoire de quelqu'un d'autre. Mais quand le destin a reconnu la blague cruelle de ma vie, on m'a offert une seconde chance. Cette fois, j'écrirai ma propre histoire, vivant pour moi-même. Et cette fois... Je ne t'aimerai jamais plus.

A millennium ago, Lian Zhen ruled court politics with wit sharper than any blade—until betrayal led to her live sealing inside a prism of enchanted crystal. The empire erased her name, celebrated her downfall, and moved on. Now the crystal has cracked. Dragged back to life by curious Prince Ren Feng, Lian awakens in a rain‑soaked ruin with her body half‑numb, her magic scorched—and a neon‑blue System window hovering in her vision. [PRISM‑404 HUD INITIALIZING]Mission: Secure the loyalty of your future killerReward: Anchor Points, Trait Upgrades, A chance to live Turns out her “second chance” comes with an audience: PRISM‑404, a data‑hungry AI that dishes out snark, combat buffs, and terrifying penalties. Each mission grants Anchor Points she can trade for powers like Veilstep and Crystal Court—but every upgrade edges her closer to a complete merge with the System…and possible loss of self. Task #1? Earn the trust of Ren Feng—the descendant of the prince who executed her family line. From storm‑lit palaces and cut‑throat merchant guilds to a cultivation academy hiding shard‑possessed rivals, Lian plays a high‑stakes game of face‑slapping politics, secret missions, and forbidden romance. But as fragments of a greater “Glintshard Protocol” surface, she learns her resurrection is part of a loop written into the empire’s very code—and she might be the glitch that can break it. Power comes at a price. Loyalty comes with knives. And the System is always watching.

When the Vikings razed Eldhame, they left behind ash, ruin—and a boy king with no crown. Raised in hiding by a loyal soldier and a silent blade of the old court, Uthred was forged in fire, sharpened by loss, and trained for vengeance. Now grown, he returns not as a child, but as a spark set to ignite rebellion. But reclaiming a kingdom is only the beginning. Old gods stir beneath ice and stone. Empire sails darken the eastern horizon. And prophecy whispers that Uthred’s bloodline may bring either salvation—or apocalypse. As war erupts across coasts, courts, and continents, Uthred must lead allies he cannot fully trust, protect a people who barely remember his name, and guard the child who may one day eclipse him. Steel can kill kings. But only fire can make one.

A modern woman accidentally time-travels to an imaginary medieval fantasy kingdom and becomes a "proxy princess" in the royal court. Intelligent and independent, she gets embroiled in the struggles among royal power, nobles, the church, and magic. As she gradually awakens her past-life memories, she discovers that her transmigration is no accident but a complex web woven by fate.

After transmigrating into a high-martial arts world where everyone was built like an elite athlete, Chen Kuang also obtained a golden finger, a cheat ability that refreshes daily, allowing him to stack passive skills. He figured he should keep a low profile and grow steadily while lying low... But the world had other plans. People just wouldn’t stop treating him inhumanely and so his passives kept piling up. [Flesh Reishi]: Your flesh is nearly infinitely regenerative and rivals celestial treasures, consuming it can prolong life and cure ailments. [Sword Heart]: You possess an innate, enlightened sword heart, when a blade is in your hand, it becomes an extension of your will. [Fortune in Misfortune]: Every calamity you survive grants you a corresponding blessing. [Heavenly Demon Mimicry]: Any technique used against you can be instantly replicated as your own. [Celestial Visage]: Your handsomeness rivals that of the divine. This year... The future empress who would dominate the world was still a helpless orphaned brat, tucked under Chen Kuang’s arm as he fled. The revered "Benevolent Immortal" faced his trolley problem and was forever burdened with an inescapable heart demon. The undying demonic sovereign was just a timid little maid serving a courtesan. The White Dragon True Monarch, who would later slaughter his way through the demon race, was still nothing more than a drifting piece of frayed rope. And Chen Kuang, then a death-row convict, set the chaotic world ablaze, starting with a single torch.

Minjae Park never believed in destiny. A museum researcher in Seoul, he lived for logic, history, and quiet resolve. But when an uncatalogued disc pulls him through space and time into the mystical realm of Eldrath, he finds himself in a kingdom of ancient magic, courtly politics, and prophecies that whisper of ruin and rebirth. Marked as the one "born beyond the Veil," Minjae is met with suspicion and fear by a court that views him as a threat. With no magic of his own and only his sharp mind and defiant spirit to rely on, he is pulled into a deadly game of prophecy and power. Among those watching him closely is Prince Eryndor, a cold, darkly magnetic figure who is bound to the kingdom’s fate and to Minjae’s. As tensions rise, ancient sigils awaken, visions bleed into reality, and a forbidden connection begins to grow between the fierce mortal and the crown prince sworn to protect the realm. But shadows stir in the court, and not all who wear smiles can be trusted especially Prince Zaryth, the charming envoy from Kaelith who may hold a disc of his own…and dangerous secrets tied to Minjae's past and future. Caught in a slow-burning triangle of desire, prophecy, and betrayal, Minjae must uncover the truth behind the relics, survive the court’s treachery, and decide if he will walk away or burn with the crown he never wanted to wear.

in a world, where silence holds power, and the sky bleeds secrets. one forgotten girl, moves through the nine courts beneath a crimson. unseen, unheard and totally unforgiving.

An exiled princess, a poisoned husband, and a battle for power—Eirian Soliel refuses to be forgotten, but can she turn a cold marriage into a fiery alliance before it’s too late? First cousin to the King and the darling of the Court of Sorrow, Eirian has spent most of her life indulging all her whims and fantasies under the protection of her royal blood, but when her father’s sudden re-marriage results in a son, she finds herself suddenly shuffled aside. On top of that, her longtime on-and-off romantic partner suddenly betrays her. Instead of proposing to her, he shows up to her birthday ball, married to a low-ranked Lady without a word of warning. Eirian’s life is upended, and her stepmother succeeds in exiling her into an arranged marriage with a general who never leaves the distant borderland. Regimented, completely disinterested in the capitol and the Court, and dying from a poison no one can identify, her new husband would rather continue his simple life with his mistress than welcome his new wife, but Eirian refuses to go down without fight. Determined to make a place for herself if she cannot find one, Eirian finds herself facing an enemy she never expected, and she underestimates her shy, gentle husband. Will the General fall for his vivacious Princess, or will Eirian be set aside again?

Marked as cursed and a murderer after a mysterious death, Penelope becomes the Lockwoods' outcast. Despite the towns' interest in ruining her, the crown prince ignores all pleas not to court her. With the help of the prince Tyrion Castro, Penelope unravels secrets linked to her parents' past and reclaims her innocence. Betrayal, danger, and love collide in her fight for the truth.

When Lucian Bowcott goes out drinking with friends, he dies after a single sip. He awakens in Atreaum, summoned by the Half-Dead Queen to serve as her court mortician. But there’s a problem: death no longer exists in this world. Lucian expects embalming fluid and corpses—not a palace where time is frozen and memory is outlawed. But when he rings a forbidden bell in the city of Staesis, the illusion shatters—and something older than ghosts begins to stir. Now hunted by the very Queen who summoned him, shadowed by a stitched girl born of grief, and stalked by a spymaster who trades in secrets and souls, Lucian must uncover the truth behind Atreaum’s forgotten dead—before he joins them.

A fake marriage. A real past. And a future neither of them saw coming. When rising violinist Noelle Tanaka loses her sister in a tragic accident, she's left with the one thing she can't afford to lose—custody of her five-year-old niece, Emi. But with no husband, no steady income, and a past riddled with mistakes, the court sees her as unfit to raise a child. Enter Micah Lin—Seattle's youngest tech CEO and the man who still believes she betrayed him six years ago. He makes her an offer she can't refuse: a one-year marriage contract. No strings. No feelings. Just appearances. But living under the same roof isn't as simple as signing papers. Not when old chemistry sparks behind closed doors. Not when trust was shattered and never rebuilt. And definitely not when someone is determined to expose their lie. As the custody hearing looms, the lines blur between performance and reality. Because somewhere between court dates and bedtime stories, fake begins to feel dangerously real. What if the biggest lie isn't their marriage—but how little they pretend to care? It all started with a phone call that changed everything. The phone rang at 3:47 AM. --- Perfect for readers who crave emotionally charged romance, slow-burn tension, and second chances that hurt just enough to feel real. Tropes: Fake Marriage • Second Chance Romance • Forced Proximity • Custody Battle • Billionaire Hero • Slow Burn Heat Level: Moderate Triggers: Loss of parent/sibling, custody battle, emotional manipulation

Après avoir reçu un message de Rin ASHIBA, la fille dont il est amoureux, Sora ISOSHI se rend dans une salle de classe de son lycée où Rin lui avait demandé de le rencontrer. Mais lorsqu'il arrive dans la salle de classe, il se retrouve seul. Pensant à une blague, il sort de la salle, mais une fois dehors, dans ce qui devrait être le couloir de son lycée, il voit à la place une grande pièce blanche où, assise sur un trône au fond de la pièce, se trouve Rin ASHIBA. Elle lui explique qu'il a été choisi par la Tour pour tenter de l'escalader et devenir son nouveau roi. Mais n'étant pas né dans ce monde, il n'a pas la capacité d'utiliser ce que tous les habitants de la planète sont capables d'utiliser, l'Ushi. Sora va donc se voir attribuer un étrange pouvoir. Un pouvoir avec lequel il va essayer de grimper la Tour, en essayant de répondre au souhait de Rin et ainsi devenir le nouveau Roi de la Tour. ___ Note supplémentaires : - Pour en savoir plus sur l'histoire, discuter avec d'autres lecteurs ou même partager tes propres théories, tu peux nous rejoindre ici : https://discord.gg/gtA9C4hpGj

She was never meant to wear the crown. He was never meant to fall. But fate doesn't ask permission. In the kingdom of Velaris — where every rose has thorns and every noble smile hides a blade — Lady Lyra of House Norwyn is thrust into a deadly dance of power, pride, and passion. Duke Kaelrin, cold-hearted and untouchable, dismisses her with a single cruel remark. But when their worlds collide at court, insults turn into challenges… and sparks turn into something far more dangerous. As gossip ignites across gilded halls and war brews behind velvet curtains — Will Lyra guard her heart, or lose it to the man who was never meant to love?

He died doing what he loved—on the basketball court, surrounded by cheers, chasing a dream that never came true. But fate—or perhaps the Basketball God—gave him one more shot. When Dirgantara Renji, a washed-out benchwarmer with a decade of struggle behind him, suddenly wakes up as his 15-year-old self, he’s confused, overwhelmed... and determined. This isn’t just a second chance at life—it’s a second chance at the dream he refused to let die. Now in 2009, armed with a mysterious System, years of experience, and a deep hunger to prove himself, Dirga is ready to carve a new path. But this time, things are different. New faces. New choices. And hidden talents he never met in his past life. Will he finally rise from the shadows to become the basketball legend he was meant to be? Our little event 50 Power Stones = 1 Bonus Chapter 5 Golden Ticket = 1 Bonus Chapter 50 Reviews + Comments = 1 Bonus Chapter 300 Collection = 1 Bonus Chapter Come joint us https://discord.gg/RHfhCj8q https://www.royalroad.com/profile/757780/fictions

A deadly prince. A human girl who looks like his long-dead lover. One year to survive a court built on lies and vengeance. Every ten years, ten humans are chosen by lottery to serve in the Midnight Court, a twisted Fae realm ruled by shadows and secrets. Most don’t return. Keira never thought her name would be drawn. But when it is, she's forced into the palace of the Fae, where danger wears a crown and smiles like sin. Prince Riven, heir to the Midnight Throne, has never forgotten the woman who betrayed him a century ago, or the curse she left behind. And Keira? She looks exactly like her. To the court, she’s a mortal girl with no power. To the prince, she’s a chance at revenge. To the truth hidden beneath the palace… she might be something far more dangerous. Bound to a crown that hungers for blood and a prince who refuses to love, Keira must uncover the truth behind her connection to the past, or become the next girl to die in his court.

*NonRape-General langauge* Liora’s life takes an unexpected and cruel turn when she’s sent to the royal court as a concubine for the disgraced Prince Lucien, a man whose past is shadowed by betrayal and loss. Stripped of his royal title, Lucien has long distanced himself from love and loyalty, existing in a cold, indifferent world. Thrown into this world of palace internal battles, power struggles, and betrayal, Liora must face not only Lucien’s frosty demeanor but also the dangerous secrets that lurk within the court. Every move she makes is watched, every word is questioned. Yet, despite his distant nature, she can’t shake the feeling that beneath the hardened prince lies a man struggling with the ghosts of his past. As Liora tries to find her place in this hostile environment, she faces a constant dilemma: Can she warm the prince’s cold heart and heal his wounds, or will she fall victim to the very same forces that tore him apart? 'Can she thaw lucien’s frozen heart, or will his haunted past consume them both?' Arranged marriage,Disgraced prince,Court intrigue,Royal concubine,Forbidden love, Political drama, Palace secrets, Unwanted bride, Betrayal. Haunted memories, redemption,Royal court drama, second chances

An elder asked a young man if he wanted revenge for being humiliated by a strong man and disregarded by his master. The elder offers to pass his power to the young man, who is amazed to find centuries' worth of skill appear on his phone. The power is from the Heavenly Court, where users can borrow without interest for 30 days. The young man worries it might be a 'magic loan,' but the elder assures him that it is safe, as the daily interest is very low. Zhang Yu snorted coldly and closed the ad.

In the Da Li Dynasty, there exist humans, demons, ghosts, and deities. The court oppresses cultivators, while monsters run rampant in the world, causing suffering to the people. Li Fan, under the command of his master, leaves the mountain to slay demons but finds himself caught in a great storm of events. ------------------- As the sword leaves the mountain, the world trembles. I have nine swords, each with its own spirit!

In an era brimming with noise, where danger and opportunity coexist, the practice of martial arts, various folk customs, strange tales, taboos, imperial courts, and the world of martial artists abound. Among these are the grandmasters, magical duels, ghostly encounters, divinations, invoking the divine, ritual plays, esoteric Buddhism, and the pursuit of immortality. In this diverse and complex world, where the three teachings intermingle and all kinds of people abound, the sphere of mysticism is filled with folklores and bizarre stories. It's a tumultuous time, where danger and opportunity exist side by side. Striding with his saber, Li Yan is determined to dispel all evil and embrace a world free from any taboo!

The empire had called him a villain, now they raise him as their heir. Once feared as the most powerful being alive, the so-called “Villain of Chaos” was brought down by the very heroes who craved his artifact. Now, he’s been reborn into the very home that had killed him in the name of cleansing the world.  In a royal court ruled by lies and power games, he is no longer the demon to be feared… yet. His mother concealed his identity on the day he was born, and a river of blood flowed for his sake Now he will learn how to pull the strings in court as its prince, and train to ascend the throne and become the most powerful mage the empire has ever seen. The world thinks it killed him. It only gave him a reason to return.

Pablo Castillo was the worst, the evilest, the biggest criminal in the whole world. He was the ominous figure known as Criminal X. It’s a name that sends shivers down the spines of those who utter it. His past, a mysterious enigma, shrouded in darkness, only adds to the legend of the world’s most notorious criminal. However, Pablo’s reign of heinous crimes comes to an abrupt end when a specially trained military force, an elite group made especially to capture Pablo, finally apprehended him. The capture of Criminal X sent shockwaves around nations, for this man had defied all laws and moral boundaries. The world watched as he was brought to the highest court to face the consequences of a lifetime of malevolence. The International Court of Justice, in a bid to administer justice that matches the magnitude of his crimes, bestowed upon him the most excruciating execution ever conceived. The world erupted in celebration as news of his demise spread like wildfire. An international holiday was declared, a day of liberation from the tyranny of Pablo Castillo. The day was named with triumphant fervor. They all called it—World Independence Day. Pablo Castillo was a man so evil that even the kindest of Gods couldn’t find pity for him. But… Some Gods needed that man. That too, Desperately. ——— ——— ——— Support Me - ko-fi.com/khyaal Join My Discord For Reference Arts and much more - https://discord.gg/zmUcswM2N5

In the ancient city of Padmavati, Princess Dattadevi, daughter of King Ganapati Naga, is known for her unmatched grace and sharp intellect. As the Naga kingdom teeters on the edge of political chaos, her beloved brother—the crown prince—lies bedridden from a mysterious illness. Whispers of betrayal grow louder within the palace walls. Tensions rise as Dattadevi’s ambitious cousin, Veerkund, begins tightening his grip on the kingdom, oppressing the people and manipulating the court. To protect her land, Dattadevi is forced into a political marriage with the rising northern emperor, Samudragupta—a decision that could either save or destroy everything she holds dear.

After a routine heist went catastrophically wrong, Connie was dragged into the hidden world where souls are weighed, ranked and rewritten by mystical forces known as The Arcana. From the Magician to the Tower, each card bestows gifts and curses. At the heart of it all lies the prestigious State Court, a ruling power of assassins. Joining that Major assassin organization wasn't a choice, it was a must if he wanted to save his abducted mom and dad Now marked by the enigmatic Arcane Master, The Devil, he is blackmailed into becoming a pawn in a larger, blood-soaked game, all while trying his best to survive every random encounter he finds himself in. **** Discord server: https://discord.gg/RdYstqGn

Elara, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary gift, discovers a mysterious book that allows her to bring life to whatever she reads. However, this ability draws her into a world far darker and more complex than she ever imagined—the Masked Court, a realm where the line between reality and fiction is blurred. As she ventures deeper into the Court, Elara uncovers hidden truths about her powers, the ancient origins of the Court, and the masks that bind its inhabitants. In this world, Elara encounters three enigmatic men, one of whom is the villain, while the others hold secrets to her past and the true purpose of the Court. As her journey unfolds, Elara must confront the origins of her ability as the Inkbearer—a being capable of reshaping reality with the power of words. But each choice she makes costs a piece of her identity, and soon, she faces the ultimate question: Will she lose herself in the Court's games or fight to reclaim her destiny and uncover the truth behind the masks? Themes: Power of words, identity, sacrifice, truth vs. illusion, fate vs. free will.

Synopsis: Basketball is not a game here. It’s the only thing that matters. In a world where players awaken with god-given abilities and bloodlines shape destiny, Mika is born a half-breed—a forbidden child of a pure-blood basketball clan. Exiled. Forgotten. Parentless. The court is now her only home. But what the world doesn't know... is that she carries the soul of Michael Jordan, the greatest baller Earth ever produced. And when she crushes a street game hoop at age twelve without an awakening, the impossible happens. [SYSTEM ACTIVATED] Welcome, Chosen of the Lost Era. You are now host to the “Final Zone Directive.” A system unlike any other. A legacy buried in flames. And a comeback that will shatter thrones. Because Mika doesn’t just want to awaken… She wants to break the very laws of basketball. Let the gods tremble. Let the courts burn. The Rebound has begun.

Jack was a misfit on Earth — a man who worked dozens of jobs but never found a place to belong. One night, he closed his eyes expecting another dead-end morning... and woke up in a mansion, in a kingdom at war, with a name he didn’t recognize — but a life already in ruins. Everyone hated him. Even the servants spat when he walked by. His wife? The kingdom’s top general, Elsa, who hadn’t seen him in five years and only married him due to a scandal neither of them chose. His children? Barely spoke to him. The court? Mocked him with every breath. Stripped of dignity, drowned in debt, and carrying the sins of a man he can’t remember being — Jack makes a vow: "I won’t beg for love. I won’t chase after what’s lost. But I will become someone I can respect — even if no one else ever does." But fate is not done with him. What begins as survival soon becomes revolution — one potato, one broken town, one daughter’s letter at a time. As Jack rises through impossible trials, even the kingdom’s seers whisper: "A man fated to be discarded may yet become the axis of the empire." A silent war brews at court. A prophecy looms over his children. And his estranged wife fights battles for a future Jack doesn’t even know he’s part of… In a world where everyone remembers the man he was, can Jack rewrite the story of who he’ll become?

Gabriel, a dominant omega, is caught up in a complex web of intrigue and danger at the royal court. After uncovering the truth about Olivier, a member of the royal family, and inciting a rebellion, he is marked by an unknown alpha. As the rebellion overthrows the old order, a new empire emerges, driven by a ruthless ruler whose rise Gabriel inadvertently enabled.Haunted by the weight of his actions, he flees from his family, his past, and the dangerous ties of the court. On the run, Gabriel must deal with shifting alliances, hidden enemies, and the growing power of the mysterious alpha whose mark he carries. As the empire's grip tightens and ghosts from his past resurface, he must decide whether to confront the forces threatening to engulf him—or risk losing himself completely in a world that regards him as either a pawn or a weapon.

In the brutal empire of Tenshigane, power is law, and mercy is a forgotten word. The Iron Court rules from their impenetrable fortress, clad in legendary Gōkin armor—divine plates that grant their wearers unstoppable strength. Those who dare defy the empire face swift and wanton destruction. Logan, a nineteen-year-old survivor of a massacred village, carries a stolen fragment of a Divine Plate—an ember of rebellion pulsing within him. But his defiance came at a brutal cost: he severed his own right hand to forge the blood bond needed to wield its power. Branded “The Starved Flame,” Logan walks the razor’s edge between death and vengeance. With the Ash Plate fragment burning his soul and the Iron Court’s Immortal Lord Shōren hunting him, Logan must challenge unbreakable armor and implacable fate. In a city where resistance feels like kicking a metal plate—hard, painful, and seemingly futile—Logan’s hunger for justice pushes him to take food right from the tiger’s mouth. But to ignite the flame of rebellion, he must sacrifice everything... even himself.

In the highest realm, a forbidden sect blooms. The Heavenly Demon, untouched by his own seductive Sutra, reshapes desperate men into powerful, feminine cultivators. As divine courts panic, broken geniuses face temptation and transcendence. Power await,if they surrender everything to the Heavenly Demon. The Silk Lotus Sect has begun. *Femboy sect/harem*