Stephen Carmichael

Some exist with pride, others struggle with pride, some compete with pride, and there are those who fail with pride, but very few can walk away with pride. Congratulations, for as you read these lines, you have witnessed the whole lives of many great basketball players. This pronunciation was embodied when Stephen Curry, after facing defeat in 2021, claimed that no one would want to face them the following season; When Tim Duncan was convinced before the start of the 2014 Finals that they would not mess up; When Kobe Bryant promised at Old Buss's memorial to take the Lakers to the playoffs; When Nowitzki, shedding his label as a soft player, retreated to the locker room in tears at night; When Kevin Garnett let out a skyward howl after holding the championship trophy; When the 2004 Detroit Pistons won and the F4 Lakers lost… Our story begins in an era when pride still mattered.

Cedric Aldricson awakens in the frostbitten realm of Eldermarch—now its fourth prince. But this is no fairy tale. Real witches? Hybrid Abyssal Beasts? The Month of the Abyss? Gates of the Abyss? What dark forces lurk beyond the kingdom's crumbling walls? When a mining disaster exposes a witch's forbidden power, Cedric sees both peril and opportunity. To survive the coming storm, he'll need more than royal blood. With a fiery witch as his unlikely ally and innovations that defy medieval dogma, Cedric must rally Borderwatch against horrors that melt steel… and outmaneuver a crown that feeds its heirs to the darkness."

Jane, is a clueless college kid who applied for a mysterious novel revamp project at Montreal State. Somewhere in the book she is trying to rewrite, Duke Lewis Canton is going through one heck of a ride of his lifetime - With his father's death, the disappearance of his half brother and the peace treaty revoked. A battle is about to unwind. Jane hangs on the precipice of insanity. So, when Jane gets murdered... The most unexpected things happen. She wakes up in the body of the obnoxious, mean hybrid bastard Duke. *** >> What to expect? 1. Unique Magic System 2. Shape shifting dragons 3. Funny innuendos 4. A clueless Duke (Main Character) 5. Lots of stabbing 6. A Quest to find the most powerful needle of them all 7. Gender Bender 8. An Incubus With a venedetta (Side Character) 9. An ugly governess who wants to screw nearly everything 10. A beautiful love interest, with a thing for knives 11. There's lemon and spice. But it's not irrelevant unlike some novels. There would be plot. *** >> About the hot, but infamous author. Not really hot. But if you look up 'Shanaya Stephens' on Google you might be really surprised.

Año 1766. Desheredada por su propia familia por razones particulares, fue acogida por una criada a la edad de siete años para trabajar en la casa de los Carmichael. Los Carmichael eran una de las familias más respetables de sangre pura de Bonelake y, como en cualquier otra familia, tenían sus reglas. Reglas que debían ser seguidas por los sirvientes y criadas. Como a todos, se les enseñó a que no desobedeciera las reglas. Pero, antes de que aprendiera a caminar discretamente en las sombras como todos los demás, el hijo pequeño del duque la llama “Bambi” y todo se desencadena.

Tahun 1766 Tidak diakui oleh keluarganya karena alasan mereka sendiri, dia dibawa untuk bekerja di keluarga Carmichael pada umur tujuh tahun oleh seorang pelayan. Keluarga Carmichael adalah salah satu keluarga berdarah murni yang terhormat di Bonelake dan seperti keluarga yang lainnya, ada aturan-aturan dalam keluarga. Aturan-aturan yang harus dipatuhi oleh para pelayan dan pembantu. Seperti yang lainnya, dia diingatkan untuk tidak melanggar aturan-aturan tersebut. Namun, sebelum dia bisa berjalan di bawah bayang-bayang tanpa berbisik seperti yang lainnya, anak muda dari Bangsawan tinggi memanggilnya ‘Bambi’ dan semuanya menjadi kacau.

Once a noble house of power and prestige, House Soient was brought to ruin through treachery and bloodshed. The last surviving heir, Zarphinion Soient, has spent his life wandering the fringes of civilization, honing his strength, taming mighty beasts, and preparing for the day he would reclaim his family's honor. That day has come. Gathering warriors under his banner, Zarphinion embarks on a brutal campaign to restore House Soient’s legacy. Alongside his fiercely loyal shapeshifting guardian, Asira, and the enigmatic succubus Lilith, he carves a path through the remnants of the noble houses that once conspired against his kin. But war is not just fought on the battlefield—it is waged in the halls of power, the whispers of old allies, and the shadows of forgotten betrayals.

What if the devil has a son? What if his son decides to carry out a rebellion in hell like he had done in heaven? What if the rebellion breaks through and the devil’s son escapes from hell with a handful of demons? What if the devil’s son comes down to earth? And what if he resides in the body of a priest? When Ivie touched people, she could see excerpts from their past or their future, when Ivie touched Father Chibuike, she only saw darkness. Together they would fight the shadows of death that made the students of St. Stephen Immaculate college commit suicide. She could have escaped her twisted fate, but she agreed to hold the priest’s secret, and soon she told him hers!

I’ve always felt confident navigating the world of cryptocurrency. As a software engineer, I understood the ins and outs of wallets, private keys, and blockchain security, which made me feel secure in my investments. So, when I found a promising platform that seemed like a great opportunity, I invested $250,000 without hesitation. Unfortunately, I soon learned that my confidence would be shattered by a sophisticated cyber attack. It started with small, unauthorized transactions in my wallet. At first, I thought it was a mistake, but as the activity continued, I realized something was wrong. My wallet had been compromised, but not in the way I had expected. Instead of a simple hack, I had fallen victim to a virus attack. The virus was a piece of malware designed specifically to target cryptocurrency wallets. It infiltrated my system through a vulnerability I hadn’t noticed. Once inside, the virus silently monitored my wallet, captured my private keys, and gave the hackers full access to my funds. It was stealthy and nearly undetectable. The attackers didn’t need to log into my account manually; they could control everything remotely, draining my wallet without my knowledge. I was completely blindsided. As someone familiar with tech, I knew how advanced this virus was. It wasn’t just a typical phishing attack, it was a targeted, silent assault on my financial assets. As my funds disappeared, I realized I might never be able to recover them. Desperate, I turned to a trusted colleague who had gone through a similar situation. They recommended Cyber Constable Intelligence, a company that specializes in recovering stolen crypto assets. I contacted them immediately, and their team quickly started investigating. Cyber Constable Intelligence explained how the virus had exploited a weak point in my security. Using advanced tools, they traced the stolen funds across the blockchain and located them. After a thorough recovery process, they managed to return the entire $250,000.Thanks to their expertise and quick action, I was able to recover my funds. The experience was a wake-up call about how vulnerable even the most cautious can be to sophisticated attacks. Without Cyber Constable Intelligence, I would have lost everything, and I’m grateful for their skill in reversing the damage caused by the virus. Here's Their Info Below WhatsApp: 1 (252) 378-7611 mail: cyberconstable@coolsite.net Website info; www.cyberconstableintelligence.com

Sixty Hearts Blue tells the story of Stephen and Roselle, two soulmates who shared a deep, unbreakable love. Their bond was simple yet profound—they didn’t need words; just looking into each other’s eyes was enough. But their love is put to the test when Lisabeth, Stephen’s jealous high school crush, creates a misunderstanding to tear them apart.

Set in modern times, Stephen Huntley is your average high schooler. New rollerblades called "Dyna Blades" have swept the world by storm due to their advanced technology. After being defeated by gang members who ride Dyna Blades, Stephen seeks redemption, only to discover that Dyna Blades are much more than regular inline skates. In his journey to riding, he'll form new bonds and learn more about secrets behind these makeshift rollerblades.

"Beyond the veil of reality, a secret world of dreams awaits. Lyra, the last Dreamweaver, holds the key to unlocking its secrets. But as she delves deeper, she must confront the darkness within herself and the true cost of her destiny. Will she surrender to the shadows or weave a new reality?

Murata Kyousuke, a 2nd-year high school student who lived an ordinary high school life until that one day when the staff of his school had suddenly disappeared right before the first period of the school. And after some time, the students get to know that their school had been hijacked by an unknown organization and, were forced to play games in order to survive.

Forgecraft The gods rule with an iron fist, demanding worship and obedience—or delivering annihilation. Stephen, a fallen warrior, wakes in the Forge, the cursed afterlife where only the strongest are reborn. But he is not alone. An ally awaits him in the shadows, offering a path back to the world of the living. A path drenched in blood and betrayal. Across a world of steampunk cities, alchemical wonders, and divine tyranny, rebels gather. A witch with forbidden magic, a warrior with nothing left to lose, and criminals whose sins might just save the world. Their goal? To challenge the gods themselves. Expect bank heists, prison breaks, forbidden desires, and battlefields where gods bleed. But in this war, no one’s hands stay clean. The truth behind Ashenfall’s destruction is only the beginning. The Forge reshapes those who enter it. Will Stephen emerge as a savior—or something far worse? Read Forgecraft now. The rebellion begins.

"i'm never letting you go, let that stick to your brain and remain there forever", he coldly whispered in her ears. Ann Williams, a prestigious billonaire mafia heiress elopes from her home to avoid responsibilities of being the heiress as she is the Mafia King's daughter. She was once in love with her college mate, Callis but he rejects her love and breaks her heart, she gets over him only for him to later develop strong feelings for her and forces her to accept but she refuses to be trashed around. He leaves her but not after telling her " run away". And if he caught her he'll never let her go. Ann comes across her middle class friend, Veda. They both work together. Calli never completely leaves her as he comes back later to her when she is in desperate need for help to win her love but he is not the only one as there is a third person in the picture with motives which later turns to love and they are now in a complicated love triangle. Read and enjoy the adventurous romance between the mafia Queen, Ann, Calli's Ambrosio and Josh Thornton, who will win her heart? will she have to accept her fathers command to be the mafia queen or does both men have ulterior motive for getting involved with her? will love counter revenge?, mind blowing love story and twist in the characters relationship. Volume one: Love triangle of Ann, Calli and Josh. Volume two: a prestigious pauper ( Veda and Stephen). Volume three: The CEO crazy contracted wife.

    Stephen, a young novelist who wants to get rich and popular. But somehow, his novels aren't getting that much of an attention and people only read it and left without a rating and comments.     Stephen has an idea, is to turn his novel into comics so that he could really express and show to the people what he wanted them to see. The problem is, he can't draw.     Hiring an comic artist would be very expensive and trying to gamble your money to your novel would be risky if it won't get people's attention. He wished for a free hire. He searched and searched throughout the internet, finding a free for hire artist.     But there's no one to find. One night, there, he found Tina, doing a free novel to comic adaptation. But the comments are something fishy, scandals of Tina. But Stephen ignored and hired her.     This is where their story starts. Stephen, a good writer and Tina, a great artist combo. Wouldn't that be an easy rich? No, instead of getting rich that easily, a lot of problems will get in their way.

Synopsis: Reclaiming Love Alicia Carter’s life is a storm of survival—raising her younger sister, Emma, while drowning in debt. A glimmer of hope emerges when she lands a job at a powerful company, only to discover it belongs to Stephen Grant, her wealthy ex who disappeared years ago. Their reunion is charged with unresolved passion and old wounds, but as Stephen fights to reclaim her love, Alicia must decide if her heart can survive the risk. Meanwhile, Emma falls for Stephen’s reckless cousin, Daniel, only to face betrayal that shatters her trust. Will Alicia and Emma find redemption in love, or will their hearts remain guarded forever? In Reclaiming Love, passion ignites, trust is tested, and second chances take center stage.

For twenty-four years, Daphne believed she had it all—a loving husband, a successful career, and a son she adored. But beneath the surface of her perfect life lay a web of lies, betrayal, and a secret so devastating it could destroy everything she held dear. When Daphne overhears a chilling conversation between her husband, Stephen, and Rosie, the impoverished student she had generously sponsored, her world shatters. She learns that the child she carried and raised as her own is not hers by blood, but the product of a twisted scheme orchestrated by the two people she trusted most. Determined to protect herself and reclaim her life, Daphne devises a plan of her own—one that will exact the ultimate revenge. As the years pass, Daphne plays the role of the devoted mother and wife, biding her time. But when her son returns from studying abroad, the truth finally comes to light in a dramatic public showdown. With her assets transferred and her family turned against her, Daphne must confront the ultimate betrayal—and reveal the shocking twist that will leave everyone reeling.

Daphne, a successful businesswoman, discovers a shocking betrayal by her husband, Stephen, and Rosie, the impoverished student she had supported for years. Unbeknownst to her, the child she carried and raised was the result of their secret affair. For over two decades, Daphne plays the role of the devoted mother and wife, all while meticulously planning her revenge. As the truth unravels at a press conference, Daphne’s calm demeanor masks a calculated strategy that will leave everyone reeling. This is a tale of love, betrayal, and the ultimate quest for justice.

A hundred-year-old ghost who had been haunting the world had become the real daughter of the Stephens family who had some mental problems. As soon as she returned to her family from the village, her fiancé immediately came to break off the engagement and chose her cousin instead. Even his cousin who was adopted to be her parents’ son had also mocked her, “I’m sorry that I have taken your place. In the Stephens family, anyone that cannot contribute will be discarded.” Just when all the other rich families were waiting for the jokes that she would make, those who were perceptive realized that she had changed. She had risen from the bottom of her class to become the top student. Anything she said would become real. Even great scientists, merchants, and martial artists chose to become her follower. Leaders of all the fields: If she’s garbage, then I’m less than garbage. Have you ever seen anyone as good as her ending up as garbage? The Si family must be blind! While she was afraid of being alone, the CEO that loved her introduced her as he stood next to her, “This is my one true love.”

Welcome to Chandrakund. You’ll never leave in silence. When journalist Julie Joseph arrives in the abandoned mining town of Chandrakund, she’s searching for answers. Decades ago, the entire population vanished, leaving only eerie remnants of their lives behind. Old cassette tapes, found in the crumbling town hall, hold the final confessions of the residents—and the truth about the entity that doomed them. They call it The Sound, a force awakened deep within the mines, a predator that hunts not with teeth but with whispers. It knows your secrets, your guilt, and your grief, and it won’t stop until it consumes you. As Julie uncovers the town’s chilling history, her own painful past resurfaces. The Sound isn’t just manipulating the shadows of Grey Hollow—it’s digging into her mind, twisting her memories, and reviving the guilt she’s tried to bury for years. Time is running out. Trapped between the echoes of Chandrakund’s past and the whispers of her own trauma, Julie must face a horrifying truth: silence isn’t just an absence—it’s alive. In The Silent Town, the line between the living and the lost is blurred, and every sound could be your last. Perfect for fans of Stephen King and Shirley Jackson, this supernatural thriller will leave you questioning every creak, whisper, and silence in the dark.

Synopsis: Fresh out of college Mizuyuki Shin finds himself in a slump. While the plan was to graduate and go into his profession of Architecture Design and even after receiving many offers on graduation day, He feels like the spark he had was gone. Fresh off the heels of a bad break up after 2 years of trying, his best friend Myah takes him to a favorite club of hers for a change of pace. Mizuyuki never dreamed he'd meet the Devil himself there dressed head to toe in designer people falling over him for attention and he looks like he couldn't be bothered by any of it. Stephen Coolwater led a pretty boring life. Just because you have it all doesn't mean life is fun. People always fall over themselves for his attention but they only want to use him every time. For money, power, status, or his body, it's always been the case. Until he met Mizuyuki, who couldn't be any less interested in him. In fact to Stephen he looked like he wanted to die. "What better way to die, than in my arms at the peak of an orgasm?" Will upload at least 2 chapters a day! Thank you for reading!!

“How dare you drug and fuck me?” Alpha Arthur roars as he clutches my tiny neck, his angry eyes piercing through my soul. My heart races faster as I struggle for my life. I know I’ve committed a grave sin, and standing before him, I believe today is my last day on earth. ******** Three days before Elara Redmond’s wedding, she finds out her fiance has been cheating on her with her evil step-sister. Devastated and angry, Elara decided to give her fiance the taste of his own medicine by having a one-night stand with his best friend. But she wakes up the next morning to discover that the person she had drugged and fucked is the cruel Alpha of her pack, Alpha Arthur, and Elara runs away for her life. Alpha Arthur, who now wants more of her, and his greatest desire is to claim her, places a reward for anyone who will find Elara and bring her back to him. Things take a different turn when Elara’s step-sister finds Elara, and now wants the position of Luna as her reward. What will Alpha Arthur do about the reward, and will he be able to claim Elara whose fated mate turns out to be his rival? Let’s ride through this journey of romance, twists, conflicts, love, pain, and war.

Lilly and Stephen flee to Emberly to escape the Council. Stephen gives Lilly a pendant from their missing mother, Marelda, who had foreseen its importance. Marelda vanishes to protect them from the Council, while their father, Darick, and Sivak plan their future training. Lilly's prophetic dreams grow more intense as they prepare to harness their rare magic. Updated once a week on Fridays *Note: this is an updated reuploading of a story I began in 2017. This story is the inspiration for The Celestial Embers Chronicals that will be uploaded once a week on Thursdays

*Fated Hearts* is a contemporary romance novel about Harper Blake, a successful but emotionally overwhelmed writer who has spent years pursuing her career at the expense of her personal life. At the story’s beginning, Harper is burnt out and questioning her path. Despite her professional success, she feels disconnected from her true self, haunted by the fear that she’s lost sight of what really matters. Harper has always been driven by a need to prove herself, chasing external validation through achievements while struggling to form deep, meaningful connections. Her ambition has led her to neglect her emotional well-being and personal relationships, leaving her isolated and uncertain about what she truly wants. This changes when she meets Elliot Carmichael, a kind, introspective man who unexpectedly enters her life. Their meeting is serendipitous, but it quickly becomes clear that Elliot has a grounding influence on Harper. Unlike those around her, Elliot doesn’t focus on her career or accomplishments; he sees her for who she truly is, which gradually allows Harper to open up in ways she never has before. As their relationship grows, Harper begins to question her beliefs about love and success. With Elliot’s patient encouragement, she starts to reevaluate the walls she’s built around herself—walls that were meant to protect her but have only kept her from living fully. At first, she hesitates to embrace the vulnerability required for a deeper connection, fearing it would make her weak. But over time, she learns that love isn’t about losing herself; it’s about growing together and finding strength in vulnerability. Amid their blossoming relationship, Harper is offered the opportunity to write a follow-up book, which becomes a major turning point. She is torn between the pressure to meet others’ expectations and the fear of exposing her personal thoughts to the world. As Harper struggles to decide, she must confront the tension between her ambition and her desire to live authentically. The pivotal moment comes when Harper completes her second book. This new work is a deeply personal reflection on love, self-discovery, and human connection—written with the courage to be vulnerable. Through the process of writing, Harper reflects on her own journey and how much she has grown, both as a writer and as a person. With Elliot by her side, she learns to embrace her emotions, trust herself, and let go of the fear that had once controlled her. By the end of the novel, Harper finds peace. She no longer seeks external validation or strives for perfection. Instead, she learns that true success lies in living authentically, embracing love, and trusting the process of life’s twists and turns. With Elliot, she has found a partner who understands, supports, and loves her for who she is. *Fated Hearts* is a story about self-discovery, love, and the courage to embrace vulnerability, reminding us that sometimes the greatest twists in life lead us exactly where we need to be.

The series I of Treachery is about a wealthy man who ends up in a wheelchair after saving his brother from an accident and after then lost appetite for love and fortunately for him, the woman He's married to is only interested in his wealth and possessions so he doesn't care. He finds true love one night he decided to visit one of the clubs he own and on that same night his wife cheated on him with his brother in the club he visited. Check out the full story and find out what lies ahead...

When the world is thrown into chaos and laws become something of the past. Stephen Poise, a distance relative of the Poise entourage, is surrounded by madness, what will he do? Tragedy is imminent, and unavoidable. This is the law of the jungle, and the weak are sure to die. Will he?

Joshua Stephen is an ordinary high-schooler who isn't good at studying regular books, he spends most of his time reading about all one hundred and eighty types of martial arts in the world. Unfortunately for him, he's faced with a left leg deficiency, so he is unable to practice all he had read. Waking up a faithful morning, he woke up to the sound of a mechanical voice. “Congratulations! You've been successfully bound with the 100th century fighting machine system”. Criteria: Study all one hundred and eighty Martial arts 100 times. After being chosen as the user of the 100th century fighting machine, what would be his next line of action? Use the system for his benefits? Find out the mystery behind the system?