Astarion Raphael Scars

Aarohi is an independent, confident event manager, guarded by the scars of past betrayals. She’s determined to focus on her career and not let anyone get too close. Ayaan, the brooding and enigmatic owner of a popular restaurant, lives a life of solitude, uninterested in the world around him. His aloof demeanor hides a past filled with secrets, and he prefers it that way. Their worlds collide when Aarohi is hired to organize an event at Ayaan’s restaurant. What starts as a professional arrangement soon takes an unexpected turn. In a quiet, charged moment between them, Ayaan breaks the tension with a bold question: "Want to pretend to date me, Aarohi?

Raphael Earhart, the adopted son of the most powerful family of magical knights, was bound by a destiny predetermined from birth. Living carefree days, he believed in a peaceful life under the shadow of his family, but fate had other plans. After betrayal and a tragic death, he finds himself sent back to his childhood, retaining memories of the future. Now, with a second chance, can he alter his cruel fate, or is he doomed to repeat the same tragedy? Battles, magic, intrigue, and the search for truth — these will be his weapons as he strives to correct past mistakes and gain the strength to change the world.

"M... Marissa! Sind das meine Kinder?" Rafaels Augen wichen nicht von den niedlichen Gesichtern der Kinder. "Nein, Rafael. Das sind sie nicht", sagte Marissa mit einem gespielten Lächeln, "Es sind nicht deine. Weißt du noch?", sie klimperte dramatisch mit den Wimpern, "Wir waren nie verheiratet!" Marissa Aarons ältere Schwester Valerie Aaron hat ihren blinden Freund an ihrem Hochzeitstag sitzen lassen und ist abgehauen. Um ihr Gesicht zu wahren, flehte Marissas Familie sie an, Raphael Sinclair zu heiraten. Die Ironie dabei? Sie durfte ihrem blinden Ehemann nicht sagen, dass sie nicht Valerie, sondern Merissa Aaron war. Am Tag von Raphaels erfolgreicher Augenoperation erfuhr Marissa, dass Valerie zurück war, um ihren rechtmäßigen Platz als Sinclaires Schwiegertochter einzunehmen. Marissa versuchte ihrem Mann zu erklären, dass sie diejenige war, die mit ihm verheiratet war, aber er glaubte ihr nicht. Anstatt ihn weiter zu überzeugen, beschloss die untröstliche Merissa, die Stadt zu verlassen, ohne ihm ihr Geheimnis zu verraten. Raphael Sinclair war die klassische Definition von umwerfend schön und der einzige Erbe der Sinclair-Industriegruppe. Was würde er tun, wenn er erfuhr, dass die Frau, die ihm die ganze Zeit ihre Liebe und ihren Körper angeboten hatte, nicht Valerie, sondern ihre jüngere Schwester Marissa Aaron war? Wie würde er reagieren, wenn er erfährt, dass er der Vater der Babys ist, die Marissa in ihrem Bauch trägt? Würde er Marissa nachgehen und sie zurückgewinnen? Und die Millionen-Dollar-Frage! Würde Marissa ihm jemals verzeihen und ihn wieder lieben können?

The Vatu kingdom is about to be victorious after a 50 year war that scars it's people. Togu, a commander forged in conflict is framed, cast aside and betrayed. nailed between two warring countries that want her dead. Stuck between a rock and a hard place, she meets a stranger that will maybe change the tides.

"David Raphael's life slipped beneath the waves of a glacial sea, his unfulfilled longing for GTA 6 forever etched in the digital realm. As his soul was torn from its mortal shell, a vortex of otherworldly energies swept him away to a medieval world, where foreboding forests shrouded in mist stretched towards the horizon, and rugged, granite mountains pierced the sky like shards of splintered stone. "In this unforgiving realm, David's journey began, a treacherous path woven from darkness and flickering moonlight. His quest: to claim the legendary Blessed Visor, an ancient relic rumored to grant its wearer mastery over the very fabric of existence. Yet, as David's ambition burned brighter, the weight of his desire settled upon him, a haunting reminder that 'heavy is the head that wears the crown.'"

"M... Marissa! São meus filhos?" Os olhos de Rafael não se desviavam do rosto adorável das crianças. "Não, Rafael. Eles não são," disse Marissa com um sorriso falso, "Eles não são seus. Lembra?" ela piscou os cílios de maneira bem dramática, "Nunca fomos casados!" A irmã mais velha de Marissa Aaron, Valerie Aaron, abandonou seu namorado cego no dia do casamento e fugiu. Para salvar a aparência, a família de Merissa implorou para que ela se casasse com Raphael Sinclair. A ironia? Ela não podia dizer ao seu marido cego que não era Valerie, mas sim Marissa Aaron. No dia da bem-sucedida cirurgia de olhos de Raphael, Marissa ficou sabendo que Valerie havia voltado para tomar seu lugar de direito como nora dos Sinclair. Marissa tentou explicar ao marido que era ela quem havia se casado com ele, mas ele não acreditou. Em vez de tentar mais convencê-lo, a desolada Merissa decidiu deixar a cidade sem contar seu segredo. Raphael Sinclair era a clássica definição de galã e o único herdeiro do Grupo Sinclair de Indústrias. O que ele faria ao descobrir que todo esse tempo a mulher que lhe ofereceu amor e seu corpo não era Valerie, mas sim sua irmã mais nova Marissa Aaron? Como ele reagiria ao saber que era o pai dos bebês que Marissa estava esperando? Ele iria atrás de Marissa e reconquistaria seu amor? E a pergunta de um milhão de dólares! Marissa seria capaz de perdoá-lo e amá-lo novamente?

[WARNING: 18+ — NO RAPE] "I scratch and bite," Vivian warned, holding the Lycan Alpha's gaze confidently. Ronan smirked, his hand gripping her chin possessively as he forced her to look up at him. "You'll crawl and beg too," he promised. ************ Being the Clan Leader of the last remaining cursed Lycans, Ronan had long abandoned his task of finding his fated mate after years of useless searching. However, his life is disrupted when he encounters a mysterious and barely clinging-to-life alive Omega wolf, Vivian, trespassing on his land. Covered in strange Wickan magic symbols, Vivian is not just any wolf—she is his destined mate. Vivian has lived a life of rejection and suffering. Abandoned by her first mate for being unable to conceive, scorned by her family, and mistreated by her pack, Moonborn, she has endured endless humiliation. Forced by her father to mate with other Alphas in a desperate attempt to prove her worth, Vivian’s fate takes an even darker turn when she is cursed by a local coven and framed for a crime she didn’t commit. On the brink of death, she escapes into forbidden territory—Ronan’s land. A stretch of land her pack never dared to tread upon. Ronan’s mistrust only grows when he learns Vivian is from Moonborn, the pack that slaughtered his clan and remains his sworn enemy. Yet, irrespective of their dark feuding histories, he takes her in, determined to care for her and break the deadly curse inflicted upon her by Wickans and the ancient curse slowly leading him to an inevitable death. As they grow closer, secrets from both their pasts threaten to break them apart. And when Vivian’s niece arrives with a hidden agenda, matters become far more complicated. *Cover is ai made.

"M... Marissa! Are they my kids?" Rafael's eyes weren't moving away from the adorable kids' faces. "No, Rafael. They are not," Marissa said with a fake smile, "They aren't yours. Remember?" she batted her lashes quite dramatically, "We were never married!" Marissa Aaron’s elder sister Valerie Aaron jilted her blind boyfriend on her wedding day and ran off. For face-saving, Merissa's family pleaded to her to marry Raphael Sinclair. The irony? She was not allowed to tell her blind husband that she was not Valerie but Merissa Aaron. On the day of Raphael's successful eye surgery, Marissa got to know that Valerie was back to take her rightful place as Sinclaire’s daughter-in-law. Marissa tried explaining to her husband that she was the one married to him, but he did not believe her. Instead of any more convincing, heartbroken Merissa decided to leave the city without telling him, her secret. Raphael Sinclair was the classic definition of drop-dead gorgeous and was the only heir of the Sinclair group of industries. What would he do when he came to know that all this time the woman who offered him, her love and her body was not Valerie but her younger sister Marissa Aaron? How would he react when he came to know that he was the father of the babies Marissa was carrying in her womb? Would he go after Marissa and win her back? And the million-dollar question! Would Marissa ever be able to forgive him and love him again?

In a world scarred by the Godfall, where ancient gods were overthrown, their divine powers were shattered and passed to mortals through the Vitalis Threads. Elias, the last of the 500 God-Touched, inherits a dangerous legacy of godlike power. Pursued by factions seeking to control the cursed abilities, Elias embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the Godfall and the forgotten forces that orchestrated it. As alliances shift and enemies multiply, Elias must navigate a tangled web of betrayal, redemption, and destruction. Will he save the world from the gods' return—or lead it into eternal ruin?

In Heroes of Cartea, the Gods send seven deadly trials to test humanity, unleashing dark beasts and dungeons born from black mana. The Hero, driven mad after killing the woman he loved—only to discover she was a demon's puppet—spirals into despair. Emilia, a seasoned gamer, wakes up in this brutal world, inhabiting the body of a noble at the Academy, one of 13 Saintess candidates. No matter the path she takes, she's doomed to die—whether as a villainess, a tragic side character, or a mere extra. Each time she reveals a piece of the future, her body weakens, yet death never claims her. Adelaide, the female lead and Emilia's adopted sister, becomes the center of rumors, accusing Emilia of jealousy and cruelty. Raphael, their half-brother, begins to turn against Adelaide in disgust. He once never harmed her, but now he looks at her as a "disgusting monster." Meanwhile, the true male lead—Adelaide's former fiancé and the Hero, Noah Denovian—clings desperately to Emilia’s fate. Falling to his knees, he pleads, "I’ll destroy everything—humans, all of it—just don’t leave me." All Emilia wants is to survive, prevent the Great War, and find her way back home. But with the story unraveling, can she escape her fate?

In a realm where humans and all the mythical creatures coexist, a small town harbors a secret. Here, the enigmatic beauty, Elisa Shizwell, a powerful mage, hails from a prestigious lineage. However, beyond the tranquil boundary of the town lies a realm of brutality and inhumanity, where peace is but a distant memory. And they were, The Werewolves. "How can you just agree to my marriage without my consent?" "Enough Elisa! You are getting married and that's final!" Elisa's world turns upside down finds herself thrust into an arranged marriage against her will, that too, with a Werewolf? As Elisa navigates this new reality, an unexpected encounter unveils hidden scars and long-buried secrets. The enigmatic werewolf she's betrothed to, though a stranger, stirs a sense of familiarity she can't quite grasp. "So you are my bride?" "...Have we met before?" A new journey began as an unexpected bond created between her and her werewolf in-laws, who grew deeply fond of her, or should we say...got obsessed with her! From a chance encounter to a forced marriage, a scar that conceals a story untold. As her path unfolds, will it lead to a love that defies boundaries, or a fate marked by tears and trials untold? Follow my Instagram page @dreamy_aimi, for art and updates.

Synopsis In a world of darkness and despair, Emily finds herself trapped in the clutches of a trafficking industry, enduring physical abuse at the hands of her cruel boss, Mr. Jenkins. As the day approaches for her to be sexually exploited, she musters the courage to escape, only to find herself in the car of a wealthy man named Alex. Mistaken for a prostitute, Emily's innocence captivates Alex, leading to a moment of passion. As they both struggle with their own demons, their paths intertwine in a tale of love, redemption, and second chances.

HIATUS Jousha Wright was a ghost in his own home. Lost in the shadows cast by his ever-absent parents, his childhood was a desolate landscape of empty refrigerators and echoing silence. As neglect morphed into a suffocating loneliness, a darkness began to fester within him. Years of yearning for connection twisted into a warped sense of control. The need for attention, once a desperate plea, morphed into a chilling desire to leave his mark. Joshua found his voice in the silence he left behind – the silence of his victims. Invisible Scars is a heart-stopping journey into the abyss of a fractured psyche. It delves into the chilling transformation of a neglected child into a monster, leaving you questioning: are monsters born, or broken? This gripping novel explores the devastating impact of a loveless childhood, the descent into violence, and the relentless pursuit of a justice that may come far too late

Bettete is no ordinary girl—she's a hybrid, a rare being with DNA that makes her a target in a world divided by supernatural loyalties. Hunted and mistrusted, she’s spent her life hiding in the shadows, haunted by the fear that no one could ever understand or protect her. Until she meets Igar. Igar is everything Bettete has been taught to fear: a powerful werewolf with a past shrouded in mystery. But behind his fierce exterior is a boy who offers her the one thing she’s never dared to hope for—safety. As the walls around her heart begin to crumble, Bettete finds herself drawn to Igar, trusting and loving him in a way she’s never done to anyone before. But their fragile connection is shattered when Bettete uncovers a horrifying truth: Igar’s parents are the people that have sworn have her dead. Torn between the love she’s found and the danger she can’t escape, Bettete must decide if Igar is her greatest ally or her deadliest enemy. As secrets unravel and betrayal looms, their bond is tested in ways neither could have imagined. In a world where bloodlines dictate loyalty, can love overcome the scars of betrayal—or will their connection be the catalyst for their destruction?

For centuries, the Kingdoms of Pride and Hope have waged war, leaving scars on the land and its people. Born under a blood moon, Sara and Agro are bound by prophecy—one of fire, one of light, destined to save or destroy their world. Torn between duty and love, they must navigate war, alliances, and their hearts to decide if love can overcome fate or lead to ruin.

Ster sempre acreditou que sua vida era comum, marcada pelo trabalho e pela solidão. Mas tudo muda quando ela começa a ter sonhos com uma voz suave que a chama pelo nome, enquanto uma fragrância misteriosa a acompanha durante o dia. Uma manhã, ao perceber que o tempo parece ter parado e que algo está estranho ao seu redor, ela se vê imersa em uma realidade distorcida e perturbadora. Reflexos incomuns, mensagens enigmáticas e a sensação de estar sendo observada começam a invadir seu cotidiano, enquanto ela tenta decifrar o que está acontecendo. À medida que a névoa de mistério se adensa, Ster descobre que está ligada a um mundo oculto, um lugar onde criaturas e forças místicas coexistem, e onde ela desempenha um papel crucial. Agora, ela precisa enfrentar os segredos que se desdobram diante de seus olhos, enquanto tenta compreender quem ou o quê está por trás dessa nova realidade e o que significa ser a última. Com cada passo, ela descobre que a linha entre sonho e realidade é mais tênue do que imaginava. "Você não está sozinha." Essas palavras ecoam na sua mente, enquanto ela se prepara para mergulhar em uma jornada onde o destino e o medo se entrelaçam, e a verdade pode ser mais assustadora do que ela jamais imaginou.

The scar you gave and still giving my name is Aileen Quinn, my dream is to travel abroad why? because I want to get my mom out of their claws. who are they? the richest people in this city. though their house is made up of gold we give fire to refine their gold. .............................. today I had the chance to travel abroad, wow I am on the plane, the excitement that brew my heart turned into regrets. the moment I got off the plane I was robbed and left wanting by the police. ... thank goodness there is my savior "you thought I was your savior? me!!! the police here don't like me. I visit them more often than I do my books for a high school student, and they love me for my presence. that place is like my second home" indeed he wasn't joking because of him my passport was ceased they don't trust him.......... now what will I do in this foreign land This cover does not belong to me

"You know what a good girl would have done? A good girl would have stayed home instead of sneaking out of her father's compound just to get a man to fuck her. A good girl wouldn't have stabbed a man like me with a pen. And most of all, a good girl wouldn't be turned on by holding a gun to a man's chest." I lean closer to her. "You're no good girl, Ivanna." "You… you're wrong." "Go on then. Come on. Pull the trigger." *** My name is Ivanna. I am the daughter of Misha Sidorov, the head of the Krasnoyarsk Bratva. I have just graduated and I’m about to go to college. My life is perfect until Sergio Sakharov comes into the picture. He is the darkness itself. He reigns over the entire Sakharov family and by extension, the Dvina River Vory Bratva. His word is law, and his desire is absolute. Everything changes in a split second when he steals me away and holds prisoner in Tyva, a bride for his only heir. But Sergio doesn’t take no for an answer. He always gets whatever he wants and against all reason, he claims me for himself instead. He thinks I’m the perfect match for his desires and he is determined to keep me close, even if I fight him at every turn. Except, I’m no helpless pawn. I’m not innocent. I have tasted his dark side, and I want more. The don himself, the man they call the Volkov of Dvina River appeals to me in the most sinful of ways. His wickedness draws me in, and when he decides that he wants me, I’m helpless. I can’t resist him, even if it means giving myself to him. He may think he has power over me and can control me every step of the way, but I’m about to show him who the real boss is.

Armed with a blade too massive for mortal hands and a heart hardened by betrayal, he carves his path through a world bereft of mercy.Driven by rage and vengeance, he battles against forces that seek to consume his very soul. Yet even in the blackest night, faint embers of hope flicker—companions bound by their scars, a woman lost to madness, and a love tainted yet unbroken. Only the strength of one's will can stand against the tides of despair. It is a saga of vengeance, sacrifice, and the cursed path of a warrior who refuses to kneel. But it wasn't always like this. It is tale of a boy, a story that will soon turn into an epic. An epic that will start with just a dream of a boy named Vairagya, or as the world knows him Vulture.

Content Warning: R-18, Smut, Cruel and Smart MC. Manipulative MC, no love, Big Harem, Cruel, MILFs MC is an employee in the plot enhancement department of a company that entertains the constellations. His role is to act as the villain, and he is the star employee for this villainous role. He moves within different novel plots, manipulating heroines, farming fate values from sons of heavens, and achieving the end goals suggested by the constellations for those plot endings. While the plot varies according to the assigned world, what remains common is his presence as a villainous character, with not necessarily the presence of other characters like heroines and sons of heaven. For the story introducing MC, it is set in an urban cultivation world where he has been assigned to act as Damien Raphael, heir of the Raphael Group. He finds himself in a face-slapping event with a son of heaven and deals with him accordingly, as this is his daily job. ~~Reader perks (things that can attract reader's interest) 1. Heroines--› Our protagonist roams through various novel plots as a villain, manipulating events to his advantage. This story blends familiar "Heroine, Son of Heaven" themes with a unique twist. 2. Voting System--› Readers, represented as constellations, vote on which world the MC should infiltrate next or if slap a heroine, making the narrative interactive and engaging. Readers can also skip parts of the storyline, jumping to the plots they find most appealing without needing to read previous chapters whenever world setting changes. 3. Each world is crafted with at least 50,000 words to develop rich character relationships, ensuring depth despite the changing settings. While the plots have foundational similarities to popular novels, each is distinct to keep the narrative fresh and captivating. Experience a story that combines classic storytelling with interactive, diverse, and engaging plotlines.

Shiba Ada grew up in misery, poverty and suffering but all that changes when a gift in form of marriage is proposed to her family by Musa Charpil, the father of Henry Charpil, a very rich and successful man that can cover country Muni with his hands. Many women in Muni wished to marry him and many men carried favour with the charpil's. Shiba thinks that this is a blessing to her family, in the midst of the jealous women of Muni country ,she readily agrees to the marriage. What she didn't expect was that from that day forth,she would be stuck in a nightmare worse than the poverty her family has always been in. what happens when everyone that is supposed to help the victim blames the victim instead?

The Wounded Healer In a world where heartbreak leaves physical scars on the soul, Arden, a gifted healer, has sworn off love after a betrayal shattered her heart beyond repair. She devotes herself to mending the wounds of others, even as her own pain festers—a constant reminder of what she’s lost. But when a cursed wanderer named Kael seeks her help, Arden finds herself drawn into a dangerous journey. Bound by a prophecy that links their fates, Kael’s touch drains the life from all he loves. Together, they must navigate a world of ancient magic, treacherous enemies, and secrets that could either destroy or heal them both. As they confront their own heartbreaks and fears, Arden and Kael begin to realize that the only way to break their curses may be to risk their hearts once again. Will they have the strength to face the past, or will their scars keep them apart forever?

Thank you for the support! Kindly check my other work ‘EGOTISTIC’ [EXPLICIT 18+, nsfw, mature content] ‘No one can predict where life will take you or which direction your boat will sail. Despite the carefully crafted plans for a smooth journey, you'll never know what might happen along the way’ Ezra, a young man who decided to end his life due to depression and long unhealed trauma, suddenly woke up back in a familiar place, he opened his eyes wide, having a hard time processing what had just happened. He was dead, 100% sure, so why he woke up again to his life in two years ago? Anxiety and doubt mixed together to create fear within his chest, not to mention that there were so many things that were constantly changing, some things that were happening were so different from his previous life. Especially with his childhood friend— Raphael. He realized the hungry eyes the man was giving him, he had never paid much attention to it in his previous life but now—the way Raphael was looking at him with greed and adoration—Things were getting more and more complicated. "Which one is the truth?" Should Ezra take this chance to fix his past? Or should he remain drowned in guilt over his trauma? [Note : I wont give a warning for the 18+ scene, I will give a warning for a sensitive content]

Z was born into darkness—both literal and metaphorical. Blind yet cursed with an uncanny ability, he’s a survivor in a world teetering on the edge of madness. After a catastrophic encounter with destruction left him scarred, Z became bound to the Ladder, a nightmarish construct governed by gods, entities, and unnameable existences. The rules are simple: climb or perish. Each rung brings Z closer to unfathomable truths—and further into danger. Among Climbers with extraordinary powers and sinister agendas, Z must move in treacherous alliances, decode the cryptic whispers of the gods, and face scenarios designed to test the limits of sanity. But as lies swirl and the unknown beckons, Z realizes something darker than survival lies at the Ladder’s peak: an answer to the scars he bears, the truth of his cursed path, and a confrontation with the incomprehensible forces pulling the strings. In a world where trust is as fleeting as the air you breathe, Z must embrace the Chaos within to become what he was destined to be—the Warden of Chaos. Enter a realm where lies are currency, and survival is the ultimate gamble.

" Yeonwoo!" said young master Kieran i felt a ting in my heart as Kieran cried my vision was red, crimson red blood gushing out of the cut "Your ladyship forgive me for interfering but you will be going out tomorrow and the scar can be permanent" i said the metallic taste entering my mouth she grits her teeth and slaps me across the face her wring scratching my check leaving a small unnoticeable scar "take him to his room i don't want to see his face!" she said getting a handkerchief from a close maid i bowed and took the young masters pale soft trembling hand and walked to the cold stuffy attic together.

Silent Scars follows the life of Amelia Scott, a driven and ambitious young woman whose life takes a dark turn when she becomes entangled in complex and toxic relationships with three very different men. Each man represents a different facet of Amelia's life—one embodies her dreams and ambitions, another deepest insecurities, and the third, her longing for love and acceptance. As Amelia navigates the treacherous waters of these relationships, she finds herself trapped in a cycle of emotional abuse, manipulation, and betrayal. The scars left behind are not just physical but deeply embedded in her soul. Through a painful process of self-discovery, Amelia begins to uncover the secrets and lies that have kept her bound to these toxic ties. Amelia's journey is one of heartbreak and resilience. As she faces her darkest moments, she begins to realize that the one person she never expected to help her might be the key to her healing. But can she trust again after everything she's been through? Silent Scars is a poignant exploration of the silent battles we fight and the strength it takes to find true love after enduring the unimaginable.

I was scarred, betrayed by the so called good faction so now that I have been given another chance I will join the dark side and avenge myself. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

Betrayed by her own family, a young woman is forced into a loveless marriage to a stranger. Haunted by a traumatic past and scarred by her stepmother's cruelty, she seeks solace in a fleeting moment of passion. But fate has a cruel twist in store. When the mysterious man from that night is her unknown long-lost husband, she is thrust into a dangerous game of deceit and desire. As she unravels the shocking truth about her identity and her marriage, she must confront the darkest secrets of her family and fight for her survival.

A poignant tale of resilience redemption and complex family bonds. Do you think that Miss. Ling will overcome all the challenges, become a renowned doctor and forgive her mother? Well let's find out