Aggressive Negotiations

[COMPLETED] Old Title: Seven Days Chase A short story about a slightly amnesiac fudanshi who hides his real face and also crossdresses. ~#~#~#~#~#~ Ling Xie, our fudanshi protagonist, juggles three distinct identities. As Ling Xie, he’s just an ordinary college student. As Cao Chang, he’s the son of a renowned fashion designer. And as Churong, he’s a famous part-time matchmaker with a growing reputation. But after a careless mistake—and an unexpected live kabedon scene that set them up—Ling Xie’s life takes an unpredictable turn when he meets Chen Yi. With Chen Yi’s relentless and aggressive pursuit, Ling Xie’s carefully constructed walls crumble one by one in just a single week, leaving him with no room to hide and nowhere to retreat. ~#~#~#~#~#~ [M] = [MATURE CONTENT]

Xu Xiuwen, who was battered and bruised, was reborn and found himself back at the farewell dinner after the college entrance examination. It was the year 2005. Facing the aggressive former love rival and the childhood sweetheart he once had a crush on, he decided to start a new life. After being reborn, he not only wants to recover the white moonlight that he missed in his previous life, but also builds his own business empire. Fame and fortune, career and love, he wants them all! ============ Translation Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to this novel. I am solely responsible for the translation efforts. If you like the novel, please help me by giving a review and power stones. This series is currently being hosted on Hiraethtranslation. For advanced chapters: https://hiraethtranslation.com/novel/rebirth-begins-with-rejecting-qingmei-childhood-friend/

### **Synopsis:** **Title: "Dominion of the Monstrous"** Dominic never believed in monsters—not the way the old tales spoke of them. But everything changes when his father, in his final moments, reveals a chilling secret: Dominic possesses a rare gift—the ability to control the very monsters that have haunted humanity for centuries. After his father's death, Dominic is thrust into a world of danger and uncertainty. A massive, deadly beast, whom he names Nightshade, begins following him, obeying his commands with eerie loyalty. But as the creatures around him grow more aggressive, Dominic discovers the deeper truth of his lineage: he's the last of an ancient bloodline capable of controlling these beings, and his power runs deeper than he can imagine. As he struggles to understand his newfound abilities, Dominic finds himself torn between using this power for good or succumbing to the dark forces that seek to use him as their weapon. When his father mysteriously returns—not as the man Dominic remembers, but as something twisted by the very creatures he controlled—Dominic is forced to confront the truth about his family's legacy and the monsters that are drawn to him. Now, with enemies closing in and monsters lurking at every corner, Dominic must master his gift before it consumes him, or he risks becoming the very thing he fears. But the line between control and destruction is razor-thin, and the fate of both humanity and the monstrous world rests on his shoulders. **"Dominion of the Monstrous"** is a tale of power, legacy, and the cost of control, set against a world where the line between monster and man is not as clear as it seems. Can Dominic survive the power within him, or will the monsters inside and out claim him forever?

Samantha never expected to find magic in her hometown, let alone in a dimly lit bar on a rainy Tuesday night. Yet here she was, perched on a barstool at the Black Swan, her world about to tilt on its axis. The air thrummed with an otherworldly energy she couldn't quite place. Ethereal dancers moved like smoke across the floor, their bodies fluid and mesmerizing. As Samantha nursed her drink, she felt the weight of curious stares prickling her skin. That's when she saw him. Marcus. A name she didn't know yet, but one that would soon be etched into her very soul. Their eyes locked across the crowded room, and Samantha's breath caught in her throat. He moved with predatory grace, all lean muscle and barely restrained power. Their first interaction was as intoxicating as it was bewildering. One moment, he was her gallant protector, rescuing her from an overly aggressive drunk. The next, his eyes hardened to chips of ice as he snarled, "Stupid girl," before melting into the shadows. Samantha's mind reeled, but her body hummed with an excitement she couldn't explain. Little did she know, this encounter was merely the first step into a world beyond her wildest fantasies – a realm where vampires ruled the night and pain blurred exquisitely with pleasure. As she delved deeper into this hidden society, Samantha found herself drawn to the intoxicating blend of power, submission, and supernatural allure. The crack of a whip, the whisper of leather, the exquisite sting of fangs – each sensation pushed her boundaries and ignited desires she never knew existed. But with every ecstatic high came the sobering reality of danger. Vampire politics were as deadly as they were intricate, and Samantha soon realized she was a pawn in a game where the stakes were life, death, and eternal servitude. As she left the Black Swan that night, Samantha couldn't shake the feeling that she stood on the precipice of something life-changing. She had no idea how right she was, or how deeply she would fall into a passionate, dangerous dance with forces beyond her imagination. The real question was: in this world where pleasure and peril intertwined so intimately, would she emerge empowered... or lose herself completely?

“Did you just marry the richest man in the country… by accident? How does that even happen?” Delphinia sighed dramatically. “I know, I’m such an overachiever. But it’s easy, really. Step one: drink too much. Step two: find the perfect man. Step three: say ‘I do’ before he realizes I’m a walking disaster.” “And the revenge?” She raised her glass. “Served cold, with a diamond bigger than my ex’s ego.” — After years trapped in a loveless, abusive marriage, Delphinia had one plan: leave her toxic past behind and never look back. But freedom isn’t as sweet as she’d hoped. With no family to turn to and no place to go, she crashes with her best friend…only to end up at a party where one too many drinks lead to one tiny (accidental) marriage to Evander Walton. Handsome, rich, and absolutely off-limits, Evander is everything Delphinia thought she’d never have. And he has just one condition if she wants to break things off: she’ll have to pay him back…for the huge diamond ring she barely remembers accepting. Broke and in no position to negotiate, she’s got no choice but to play along with her accidental husband and the lavish life that comes with him. Now she’s living in luxury, holding her head high, and plotting the sweetest revenge against the ex who tried to ruin her. Because if there’s one thing Delphinia knows, it’s that payback is best served in designer heels.

Through years of abuse and death threats, Ye Jian is not so ready to bid adieu to this world just yet! Fortunately, destiny has granted her another shot at life. Only this time, she is determined to become the master of her own fate and retaliate her oppressors from her previous life. It's payback time. Although reborn with beauty and youth, Ye Jian obviously holds higher pursuits. In this life, she is determined to become an extraordinary commando. No, she does not need love, family, or any affection! He is born in a powerful family; and step-by-step, he becomes the youngest Major General through his own merits. He is drawn to her every move, despite her repeatedly shunning him. "What you need is love, my little fox," he whispers. "Get lost! I need bullets!" She steps away. Behold. Let this novel take you through the warm, happy, loyal, and passionate story of the aggressive military couple.

Matthew Franklin wakes up in a new world as Park Jason Gabriel, the illegitimate son of a wealthy South Korean family. After his mother's death, he moves in with his paternal family, where he faces humiliation and the burden of his hidden status. At thirteen, he endures a difficult life until he leaves for the States, only to be forced back by his family. Now, he must take his older brother's place in an arranged marriage to Kim Seo-yeon, an heiress facing a crisis. Bound by tradition, the marriage is non-negotiable, requiring them to stay together for at least three years. Jason must navigate his new and unwanted life under these circumstances.

A white-collar worker, Yan Feng, diagnosed with terminal bone cancer, unexpectedly undergoes a mutation, gaining superhuman sensory abilities and self-healing powers. Before he can even rejoice in his newfound abilities, he starts noticing strange, uncontrollable behaviors— such as eating raw meat, marking territory with urine, feeling the urge to ride and dominate, and suffering from terrifying bouts of aggression and mania... The most deadly of all, however, is that every so often, he loses control and transforms into a monstrous humanoid, driven by an insatiable thirst for blood and carnage...

Alex, a socially awkward guy with a mundane life, dies in the most ridiculous way imaginable — slipping on a banana peel while whacking off to an adult film. His embarrassing demise leads to an even stranger fate: he wakes up reincarnated as Jonny Sins, a rising star in a parallel universe where adult film actors are legendary heroes wielding unique powers of charm, seduction, and stamina. But life as a hero-pornstar is more complicated than it looks. Jonny is guided by Lustina, a seductive, snarky AI system offering him power-ups and quests — all with a price. As he navigates the absurdity of this erotic world, Alex discovers deeper mysteries about the System bound to him. Why was he chosen? What is Lustina’s true purpose? And why does the fate of the erotic multiverse seem to rest on his… performance? Armed with special techniques, limitless stamina, and newfound confidence, Alex must embrace his new identity as the Legendary Hero of Many Professions — doctor, soldier, astronaut, teacher… and aggressive step-daddy — to rise through the ranks and confront the ultimate threat to pleasure and freedom. It’s going to be a wild ride. ––– [Jonny I've got an audition for you, are you interested?] Jonny: what's that? [Do you wanna act in a porn fraction? The role is an amateur twick is available for now] Jonny: Do you really want me to act as an amateur twick?. [If you aren't ok playing the role of an amateur twick, there is another role available. The role of an aggressive step daddy] Jonny: I choose the step daddy! I always loved to be a stepdad. I was born to play this role.

Kwan Moldrick was born in Western Europe. He was seventeen when he accidentally killed his brother, named Melbourne. Thereafter, he chose to leave his family to escape the crime he committed and look for work, but nobody would accept him as he was a minor, so he had no choice but to be a hoodlum. The most wanted hitman in the west—Kwan—grew up and became famous, and many clients have been negotiating with him since then. Afterward, a notorious mafia boss named Brein Loi needed to kill a gorgeous lady named Rebecca San Jose in order to expand his territory to the east, so he negotiated with Kwan. Will Kwan succeed with the task given to him? What difficulties is he going to face in order to kill the woman? Let's find out!

Ahmet's laughter was like a slap in the face. "You think you're in a position to negotiate with me?" he sneered. "I don't think so, Asli. You'll do what I say, or suffer the consequences. Do you want more time to outsmart me? No.” She could play his game. She certainly could do that before she finally killed him. A mischievous grin formed on her lips. "What would you gain from sleeping with me?" she asked, trying to keep her tone neutral. "You're not exactly known for your romantic conquests. And we're rivals, not to mention the fact that our families would kill us if they found out." She paused, her eyes narrowing. "So, what's the real motive here? What could you possibly gain from this?" There was a pause on the other end of the line, and for a moment, Asli wondered if she had caught him off guard. But then, Ahmet's smooth voice came back, dripping with confidence. "I’m glad to know you are well-informed about my romantic conquests. Let's just say, Asli, that I have my reasons. And as for what I'd gain… well, that's for me to know and you to find out." His tone sent a shiver down her spine, and she knew she had to tread carefully. She wasn’t going to win this against him. “Show me what proof you have and I will give in to your demands.” With that, she hung up the call, feeling a small sense of satisfaction at being the one to end the conversation this time. She was the only woman in the male-dominated Mafia world. Did he think he could subdue her so easily?

They say he is evil, they say he is ruthless, but why does he not conform to the rumors? -------- Adelaide, the Princess of Dystopia, bound by her duty to her subjects gets married to the Crown Prince of the enemy country, Asteria Adelaide had always heard about how her groom was a ruthless person, but why does he act differently? He doesn't show his ruthless and aggressive side towards her, rather, he is sweet towards her, which leaves her at a loss for words. Prince Ethan is an enigmatic human, and his actions always leave Adelaide confused. While Adelaide was figuring out Ethan, there were dangers lurking around the palace. Secrets to be unfolded, and questions to be answered. There is a lot to find out. In all of these, would Ethan and Adelaide stay together? Or would they be separated due to the secrets?

Wu Xiuxin almost ended her life after a tragic incident that erased all her memories, leaving her mind like a vast, dark void. However, despite being naive about her past, numerous scenarios keep repeating in her head that would make her go insane especially after seeing crimson blood. It gives her a sign to be aggressive and the worst is to kill people. Madam Lu, who took accountability to her, sent her to school and gave her an assignment in exchange for her benevolence towards her. And that is to look after her son. Both of them met in an unexpected event. Xu Yuan, who was also known to be the king of Class 11, frightened every student he met. Despite being a troublemaker and having terrible behaviour he was still able to convince and to be loved foolishly by many students on campus. Wu Xiuxin on the other hand successfully made it to school where Xu Yuan is in and especially made it to Class 1. She experienced being treated badly but she was prompted to fight back, which left a horrifying reaction from her classmates and was immediately sent to Class 11. Yet, it would be a big help to keep their distance with Xu Yuan closer and would make her assignment into success. Wu Xiuxin couldn’t believe that after entering into a prestigious school especially the Class 11 and meeting him would not be as easy as it seems but she never thought it would turn her life miserable. Since she was known differently and being unfaze, Wu Xiuxin is not the type of person who’s willing to give it up easily. Aside from that, there were people who would also wants to capture her. Whoever they are she never hesitates to end their lives. There were still people that she would meet that had something to do behind her condition and the reason behind her tragic past. Will she be able to grasp all the memories back that she lost? Or… Will she be able to overcome the worst situation she was in and achieve the assignment that Madam Lu assigned to her?

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Mercurius Ernesh, the eldest son of the Emperor of this world, Methuselah Ernesh, was a unique figure. His father, the leader of the Ernesh bloodline and the emperor of the world, was so feared that people would get a heart attack just by hearing his name. Mercurius had four brothers, each with an evil mindset and a cruel heart. However, Mercurius was the complete opposite; he had a good and kind heart. This was the reason why his father hated him. Methuselah always wanted his sons to become kings, rule over the world, and instill fear in everyone. Although Mercurius was the eldest brother, he did not love his father and mother because he was always forced to be a warrior. Mercurius disliked fighting and living a royal life by killing others. In the Ernesh family, everyone had amazing magical powers. His father, Methuselah, could control the weather and seas, and each of his brothers had unique and interesting powers. Unfortunately, Mercurius was born without a drop of magic power. This is why his father called him a failed creation and always locked him up in a jail where aggressive magical beasts were kept. Despite this, Mercurius was a kind man who thanked God for everything he had and never blamed God for not giving him any powers. He did not regret a bit that he lacked power. Mercurius was an example of stoicism and pacifism. After he was walking away from home, he wanted to find the gods and make one his wish fulfill,his only wish is that he can Reincarnate in a nation or a country where no war and no slave traders,but unfortunately he died and was reincarnated with a whole new personality. ??after this in the chapter 1

*Author's other work (The Dragon Prince's Bride)* *** After surviving the utter destruction of the entire world, Kiva Quin and her best friend Skye Gailey find themselves in another world. The world of the ones who destroyed their home. The world of the demons. Kiva, who never believed in the existence of demons, now has to live in a world full of them. They've taken her family from her and thus she harbors a hatred, vowing to take her revenge and kill the one responsible for the destruction of her world: Leonis Rein; supreme ruler of the demon world. Leonis is a man who doesn't believe in love. He believes in taking possession of whatever catches his attention… And she did. He meets Kiva, and her aggressive, persistent nature draws him to her. Slowly, Leonis starts harboring an unhealthy obsession for Kiva. Kiva would do any and everything to put a knife in the heart of Leonis, or die doing so. But Leonis doesn't plan on letting death take her. At least not yet. *** Excerpt Holding both my hands tightly together behind me with just one of his own, Leonis pressed his broad chest upon my back as I wriggled and try to get out of his stronghold. A gesture I knew was futile because he was strong, very strong. "Run if you like." His whisper sounded next to my left ear, and I wished to deny it, I wished to tell myself I don't feel it, but I do. I feel a certain tingle every time this demon is this close to me. "I will pursue you. Hide if you must, I shall find you, and die if you choose, I shall make death cough your soul back into your cold body." I knew it. He will never let me go.

My first novel yaey (⁠ﾉ⁠◕⁠ヮ⁠◕⁠)⁠ﾉ⁠*⁠.⁠✧ ——— Furan Shi only wanted to be a cutie little princess. That's it. So when he died, nobody missed him. After his family and relatives, the next person to attend his funeral was his homeroom teacher and friends™, his murderer, and then a mysterious red-eyed crow. Said mysterious crow sucked his soul right out and offered him a better life than this. No, he still won't be a cutie princess, but he can be the next best thing after that. He was invited to transmigrate into different realities without any restrictions. It wasn't a Villain system, a Cannon fodder system... it doesn't belong to any category. Just experiencing the worlds should be enough to satisfy it. Furan Shi agreed with one condition. Filter: ‘Animal Characteristics’ System: Are you… sure about this? Furan Shi, pouting: Is that not possible..? System: … you're welcome to do as you like =͟͟͞͞(꒪ᗜ꒪‧̣̥̇) What you'll get: ✓An indecisive (and impulsive) MC ✓Raum ✓Spicy chicken story cards ✓Mother's Eye [Yes, this is a quick transmigration novel.] [Yes, all cutesy cutie pie bc I am sad.] [Yes, the host is always a demihuman, more often than not part animal haha.] [No, the host isn't always an animal demihuman. Could be a stinking goblin if his luck fails him.] [And no, this isn't necessarily about furries. Eh, but I'm open to negotiations.. ╮(. ❛ ᴗ ❛.)╭] [Might have genderbend later on.. not sure..] I do apologize in advance if this is not your cup of tea. I'm trying my best to make this as light-themed and fast-paced as possible for people like me who just wanted to relax, aka not much brain games... not much face slapping.. ehe..

The ruler of a small Caribbean state sends his minister to informal negotiations. There is an attempt to understand where this world is moving, at whose expense the changes will be made, who rules it and how to keep your little fragile world in balance.

Zaia Toussaint felt she was meant for brilliance. Luna of the strong Crescent Moon Pack was supposed to have an unbroken relationship with Alpha Sebastian, a connection created by the Moon Goddess herself. But Zaia is tossed out—betrayed, humiliated, bereft of everything she loved—when her mate ruthlessly rejects her for another before the whole pack. Now an outcast, Zaia must negotiate the perilous rogue territory with just her determination to survive and a deadly secret: she carries the Alpha's heir. Zaia discovers she is not like any other Luna when rumours of an ancient prophesy get to her ears. Her fate is interwoven with an ancient power that might either doom all the split werewolf tribes or unify them. But there is danger on her way to her actual calling. Haunted by the ruins of a shattered mate bond, stalked by rivals, and chased by those who would use her for their own benefit, Zaia must create improbable alliances to survive. Dax, a renegade Alpha with a dark past and personal secrets, is chief among them. Every battle fought side by side strengthens their bond, yet as trust deepens the risk of treachery increases. The stakes are higher when Zaia gets a note from the Moon Goddess personally. A darkness festers in the centre of the Crescent Moon Pack; the tie with her mate has been poisoned. Zaia has to travel to where the moon meets the sea—a site of myth and lethal secrets—to find the truth. With the destiny of the packs hanging in the balance, Zaia has to choose: will she recover her proper place as Luna, or rise above the roles others have put upon her to become something far greater—the Forsaken Luna?

When a portal from another world appears in Ginza, Tokyo, a legion of soldiers and monsters emerge to attack the city. Thanks to their far more advanced weaponry and tactics, the Japan SelfDefense Forces (JSDF) easily repels the enemy, passes through the gate and establish a forward base of operations to force the Roman-styled empire of the other world to open peace negotiations. Yōji Itami is a JSDF officer sent to investigate the other world, where magic, dragons and elves are real, using his knowledge of fantasy stories to make his way in this new environment.

"Wu Long, the God of Pleasure, has fallen as he failed to breakthrough." This news have shocked all of the Seven Boundless Worlds. Meanwhile, a sixteen-year-old disciple of a dual cultivation sect was startled awake from a coma, and after some moments of calming down and gathering his thoughts, a dangerous light flickered deep in his eyes: "Jun Shaoshan, I will climb back to the top and make you pay for everything, no one has ever been safe after offending me, Wu Long!" -------------- Dual cultivation is a method of cultivation that can be seen described in a lot of cultivation novels where a man and a woman cultivates together by having sex. -------------- ***DIscord Link: https://discord.gg/JfSRtJVXTd The Image on the cover is AI-generated with some minor adjustments and text editing done over it. Please check the auxiliary chapter with Frequently Asked Questions since there may be some answers to the questions you might want to ask. If you want to ask questions regarding the novel before reading you can do so in the comment section of the said auxiliary chapter. If you have posted a review and it is not appearing on the novel page and not changing the novel score, it may have stuck in the system (happened in the past and occasionally happening now). Please comment under the FAQ auxiliary chapter mentioned above if you notice this happen. I can usually contact support in daytime on weekdays and the problem is fixed within days and the 'stuck' reviews appear on the page. Thank you XD -------------- ***The explicit chapters will be marked in the chapter name after the chapter number as (R18) and will contain no crucial plot, only explicit scene, so if you want to read it as a novel without explicit scenes you absolutely can by just skipping the explicit chapters. Though as a disclaimer: dual cultivation IS the theme of the novel so there will still be some provocative or slightly explicit content in the normal chapters, but not full-on long explicit scenes. ***Since it seems that there are a lot of people that are very particular about what they want I will put here some of the things to expect so that it is easier for people to decide if they want to read this or not: - NO yaoi, NO yuri, NO incest ; - NO rape ( it may be mentioned, but only as a thing that exists, not in relation to any particular character ); - MC's heroines will NEVER cheat on him; - MC's heroines will NOT ALWAYS have V cards (but there will be a lot of them who do); These are all non-negotiable so if you cannot tolerate a novel that adheres to any of the above sentences you should probably skip this one. !!! WARNING (ADVERTISEMENT) there will be MILFs. XD

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Betrayed. Executed. Forgotten. Emilia Sylvester, the once-feared vampire queen, was dethroned by her husband, King Darius Lysander, for his sweet and seemingly innocent half-blood mistress after the victorious war. Locked in a dungeon for fifty years with her legs cut off, Emilia thought death would be her only release. But when she opens her eyes after the brutal execution, she’s back at that grand ball, the very night her husband demanded a divorce to marry the woman who ruined her. “Because of your callous attitude, our marriage is over. I intend to take Rosalia as my bride.” Divorce was rare in vampire society, especially among the royal bloodlines. For a prince to divorce his wife and take a hybrid vampire, a half-blood, as his queen? It was scandal of the highest order. But Emilia was no longer his obedient pawn. “If that is your will, my prince,” she said, her voice calm and composed, “then who am I to stand in your way?” This time, Emilia has no intention of fighting for a war that only brought her pain. Let the half-blood Rosalia and Darius deal with the backstabbing court and the weight of the vampire kind on the brink of chaos. Emilia has better plans. She’s done playing by anyone else’s rules. Walking away from the vampires and into the territory of the werewolves, Emilia discovers she’s far from powerless. As a former peace negotiator, she knows how to handle wolves, especially the dangerous alphas, but she never expected them to be so eager to handle her. This time, she won’t choose love anymore. Once is enough.

“In a frantic rush, Armand made his way to the parking lot, jumping into the car and speeding off. On the highway, anxiety gripped him as he glanced in the rearview mirror, spotting Carl aggressively tailing him. A sense of foreboding washed over Armand, and a realization hit him – he might not live to see the next day. In a moment of desperation, he cried out, "I pray someone avenges me and brings the Smiths down!" A deep, resonant voice echoed, "You will avenge yourself." Armand, bewildered, scanned his surroundings. "Who was that?" he asked, but before he could get an answer, Carl's car slammed into him. Armand lost control, swerving into the oncoming lane. In the blink of an eye, an incoming trailer collided with his car. On that day, the 30th of March 2024, Armand Grey died.” After years of being used, humiliated, cheated and divorced, Armand Grey was ultimately killed by those he loved, however, the universe gave him a second chance at life. The god of time gave him a year and Armand Grey returned with one mission in mind; To avenge himself.

In the heart of Nigeria's most remote forests lies an ancient, otherworldly enigma...a colossal spacecraft from the depths of the universe. Its arrival sparks awe and terror, its purpose shrouded in mystery. As nations scramble to claim this technological marvel, two unlikely heroes, Dr. Modupe Hassan and her husband, Engineer Taiwo Hassan, find themselves entangled in a web of conspiracy, betrayal, and survival. Modupe, a brilliant scientist haunted by her past, is thrust into the spotlight when the alien craft names her its "commander." Taiwo, armed with his cunning and unrelenting loyalty, stands as her steadfast partner as they navigate a treacherous maze of military aggression, political intrigue, and humanity’s insatiable greed. But the ship is more than a vessel; it is a test. A remnant of an ancient interstellar race, it holds the power to elevate a civilization—or annihilate it. As the couple deciphers its purpose, they must confront humanity's darkest impulses and their own inner demons. With their every move watched, Modupe and Taiwo must rely on their wits, Sentinel Vision glasses, and the ship's enigmatic AI, StarLance, to uncover the truth. As alliances crumble and enemies close in, the stakes grow higher: the fate of Earth—and perhaps the galaxy—rests in their hands. Will humanity prove worthy of the stars’ ultimate gift, or will its greed and violence condemn it to destruction?

In The Vault of Nightmares, a group of elite operatives is tasked with infiltrating the mind of one of the world’s most powerful and secretive figures—Billionaire tech mogul, D'Arcy. He has built a fortress inside his own mind, a maze of elaborate defenses meant to protect his darkest secrets. As they navigate his mental labyrinth, each step forward takes them deeper into a web of lies, manipulations, and personal demons that D'Arcy has spent decades hiding from the world. At the heart of the Vault lies D'Arcy's fear of exposure—a fear so deep that he built a prison around it, designed to protect himself from the truth. As the team dives into his subconscious, they are forced to confront their own darkest fears, illusions, and buried truths, as the Vault twists reality, blurring the lines between what is real and what is a construct of D'Arcy’s psyche. Each layer of the Vault reveals more about D'Arcy’s brutal ascent to power and the moral compromises he made along the way, forcing the team to question their own motives and the true cost of stopping him. As the Vault’s defenses grow more aggressive and the line between enemy and ally begins to blur, Eva, the team leader, realizes that their mission is no longer about exposing D'Arcy’s secrets—it’s about surviving the truth of what they’ve uncovered. They must decide whether to bring D'Arcy down at all costs or save him from the very darkness he created. The stakes grow higher as they approach the core of his mind, where the final confrontation will determine the fate of D’Arcy and the team—and the future of the world they’ve sworn to protect.

In a world brimming with dungeons and dragons, Elliot is an ordinary delivery man with an extraordinary job—he navigates perilous dungeons and delivers magical items to adventurers and mystical beings. Armed with his trusty enchanted satchel and a knack for witty commentary, Elliot’s days are filled with dodging goblin attacks, negotiating with grumpy wizards, and handling magical mishaps. As he juggles deliveries and encounters bizarre creatures, Elliot learns that even the simplest tasks can lead to grand adventures. "Dungeon Delivery Service: Leveling Up by Running Errands!" is a heartwarming and humorous journey through a realm where the mundane and the magical blend in delightfully unexpected ways.

When a routine interstellar mission goes awry, Commander Sarah Chen finds herself thrown through a wormhole and marooned on Kepler-9, a verdant world at the fringes of an unknown star system. The planet's inhabitants - a diverse coalition of species ranging from the crystalline Lumini to the shape-shifting Morphs - initially view her with suspicion. But as she learns their ways and shares her own knowledge, Chen transforms from outsider to trusted ally. The peace is short-lived. Kepler-9, the smallest and most resource-rich planet in its system, has long been a target for aggressive neighboring worlds. When Chen discovers that another invasion looms on the horizon, she must unite the planet's fractious species into a cohesive fighting force. Each race brings unique abilities: the Lumini's natural energy manipulation, the Morphs' infiltration expertise, the towering Titans' raw strength, and the microscopic Swarm's collective intelligence. Drawing on her Earth military training and her growing understanding of alien warfare, Chen devises unconventional strategies that play to each species' strengths. As the invasion draws near, she knows that victory will require more than just tactical brilliance - it will demand trust, sacrifice, and the courage to forge a new kind of civilization where humans and aliens stand as equals. But even as she prepares for war, a question haunts her: was her arrival on Kepler-9 truly an accident, or part of something larger? The answer may determine not just the fate of her adopted home, but the future of interspecies relations across the galaxy.

In a world where trade and knowledge are the keys to survival, Kael, a young and ambitious merchant, sets off on a journey across the nine continents of Aetherion. Born into a modest family, he inherits a small cart filled with goods and a thirst for discovery. As he travels through deserts, forests, and bustling trade cities, Kael learns the true meaning of resilience, negotiation, and survival, all while facing cultural challenges, forging alliances, and uncovering forgotten knowledge. His journey is not just about wealth but about growing into a man of wisdom and integrity. The Merchant’s Odyssey is a tale of exploration, trade, and self-discovery in a world without magic or supernatural power, where survival and knowledge are the true forms of strength.

Maya, a beautiful wife of a poor man with no secure jobs offered herself to a Demon to prevent her baby daughter from being the sacrifice. Humiliated and treated as pet and plaything, with her body given to a pet monkey to be ravaged everyday and a tribe of demons as negotiating tools by her Master, what will become of her, a wife of men in the demonic world?