The Devil'S Bargain By Carin Hart

She saw something she shouldn't have. Now, she's his. When innocent florist Liana Evans witnesses a brutal mafia execution in a dark Chicago alley, her world shatters. She tries to run—but the devil already has her scent. Leonardo De Luca, the cold-blooded CEO of De Luca Enterprises by day and ruthless mafia kingpin by night, doesn't leave loose ends. But something about Liana makes him break his own rule: never keep witnesses alive. Now trapped in his luxurious mansion, Liana must navigate a world of danger, power, and secrets—while fighting the burning tension between her and the man who holds her life in his hands. As enemies close in and her past unravels, Liana discovers she may not be as innocent—or as safe—as she once believed. Can love exist between the hunted and the hunter? Or is she simply marked... by the devil’s touch?

"Did you think that I would just let you off the hook for hiding my son all these years?" His voice was cold and low, and a sinister darkness danced in the depths of his amber eyes. The presence of a smile on his lips only made him appear more dangerous. Insanely dangerous. The fading sun outside cast dark hues across the sky, which stood in stark contrast to the bright golden orbs of the man. "Do I look like someone forgiving? I suppose not." What was he planning? She could tell. He had wicked plans all over his head. "Don't fret," his voice softened with a cruel sense of delight. "I have no intention of killing you. Death is a lame way of paying what you owe. I prefer something more interesting than that." She was powerless against this devious man, Sienna knew that. He was right. She was here in his territory, unguarded and vulnerable. She had no one to lean on but herself, so she couldn't afford to react hastily. Her son needed her by his side, and she wouldn't let this man tear them apart. She had to stay in this place no matter what. She didn't care what plan this devil had stored for her, but she was willing to pay whatever the price was as long as she could watch over his son. He could enslave her for all she cared. - Escaping her life, Sienna ran away and raised her son on her own. But after six years of hiding, the devil came at her doorstep with one objective: to take his heir. A woman chained by her flaw, that is who Sienna Roselei is. Used as a pawn in her family's schemes, she falls into the mischievous hands of a man whose eyes glow with wickedness beyond what she can comprehend. She runs away and disappears for the next six years, only to fall into his hands again. But this time she is no longer alone. She is with her son. [Warning: Mature Content. No Rape]

After being betrayed and killed by his own brother, 17-year-old orphan Elias Black is given a second chance—by a mysterious, demonic entity. Reborn with the “Devil’s System,” he must now collect souls, gain abilities, and exact revenge on those who ruined him. But each power comes with a cost—and the devil never makes a deal without expecting something in return. As Elias grows stronger, unlocking deadly skills and forming uneasy alliances, he faces an even darker truth: his rebirth is part of a much bigger, bloodier plan.

A.D. is no stranger to the perilous "Wish from the Devil's Game." He's the guide, the one who can bring players back from its deadly depths. His unique connection to this modernized, dangerous board game becomes paramount when Suzanne, a wealthy young woman nursing a silent sadness, inexplicably vanishes into it on her disappointing birthday night. Suzanne's distraught father desperately seeks A.D.'s help after mysterious cards reveal Suzanne is trapped within the game, alongside others like David and Sharleen, whom A.D. had previously rescued. Despite Jane's pleas, A.D. leads a rescue team—including David and Sharleen—but reveals a prior wish that prevents Jane from entering. With the stakes terrifyingly high (death in the game is permanent), Sharleen strikes a shocking deal to share a future with A.D. and Jane if she successfully joins the mission. The team then plunges into the game's first treacherous level: "Run into Shark Way" AUTHOR NOTE: A year ago, A.D. disappeared. No goodbye. No message. Just silence. Jane waited… until waiting turned into pain. Then the Game came back — not for her, but for her little sister. And only one person knew what to do. Her mother picked up the phone and dialed the number A.D. had given her before he vanished. “If the Game ever returns… call me.” He came. Quiet. Changed. Holding secrets. This Game doesn’t come for just anyone. It comes when a wish breaks so badly, it leaves a crack in your soul. The Devil’s Game finds that crack — and drags you in. Win, and you get two wishes: One when you enter. One when you survive. But A.D. had already played once… And now he’s back — by choice. He knows the rules. He knows the shortcuts. And he knows something no one else does: **The Game remembers.** So do the dead. Behind each level — Level 3: Sharks and survival. Level 1: The beginning A.D. never told anyone about. Level 2: A hidden story known only to one woman… And after that? Something from the Game escapes into the real world. This isn’t just a survival game. This is a story of love, loss, and the price of unfinished wishes. Welcome to *Wish From the Devil’s Game*. ---

Dive into the world of Taehyun a cold-eyed, calculating, charming but ruthless 33 year old king-pin, whose empire is built on blood and dark secrets. His life takes a turn when he falls in love with Soo-ji, a 26 year old doctor whose personality is world away from his. Their lives hang by a thread as a faceless killer drags them into a deadly game, where every choice could cost them everything. Who lives, who dies? Who is the killer and why did he choose them? Find out on TD Rose!!!

Once hailed as the hero who slew the Demon King, Leon was betrayed by the very kingdom he saved. Framed, imprisoned, and handed over to a deranged royal alchemist, he died hopelessly. But death was only the beginning. In the depths of oblivion, a hand reached out. The Devil himself made Leon an offer: unimaginable power in exchange for his soul. Now resurrected and marked by infernal fire, Leon has 666 days before the Devil comes to collect. To reclaim everything stolen from him, he must ascend through the seven layers of the Abyss. Each step brings him closer to vengeance but each victory, closer to damnation. Will his hatred burn bright enough to defy hell itself… or will time run out before his revenge is complete?

She died once — betrayed, broken, and alone. But fate gave her a second chance. In her past life, Wu Mei loved the wrong man, trusted the wrong sister, and feared the only one who ever truly protected her — the cold, ruthless CEO, Qin Yanzhou. Now reborn before her destruction, she's no longer the fragile girl who bowed to fate. This time, she’ll take control: exposing traitors, destroying enemies, and reclaiming her power. And the man she once ran from? She won’t run again. Because this time… she’ll love him. Even if it means taming a devil. “Her Rebirth, His Redemption” — A gripping romance of vengeance, obsession, and love that burns beyond death.

They say devils are born, unleashed, and erased at 3 am. Vailhom is the only country that hunts them — hidden from the world, sending out trained killers to wipe devils off the face of the earth. These devils take many forms. Some look like us. Some don’t. Blade is one of Vailhom’s mainland hunters — cold, focused, and deadly. He doesn’t fight for glory. He follows orders, finishes the job, and moves on. But with each mission, something starts to feel off. Patterns. Whispers. The kind of signs you’re told to ignore. Blade thought this was just the job. He didn’t know he was standing on the edge of something far worse. Disclaimer: This is a work of dark fantasy. All characters, devils, and events are fictional. The story is not intended to reflect or represent any real religion or belief system. Devils in this story are evil and destructive forces — nothing more.

Nasty rumors are swirling around Noah. He got used to having others judge him by this unfair gossip, so he has put an end to him and his personal life. Ethan is hunted by his past, so he’s diligently trying to avoid any kind of close relationship. It seems like they have no common ground and certainly have no reason to be interested in each other. But ‘Devil’s Eye’ clears things up.

Rumors say that if you ever come across an extremely handsome man in a doctor's coat twirling a shiny scalpel between his fingers with an alluring smile on his lips that takes your breath away… Run. For he is the devil. *** Yang Mingshen’s existence screams of six adjectives - Handsome, wealthy, talented, narcissist, arrogant and evil. He is an unrivaled doctor from one of the most affluent and prestigious Underworld families, who sees only medicine and his own interests. Until a desire consumes him - to have a woman’s heart. That woman, Song Jia, continues to put all the wrongs to right as a capable police officer. She, whose life was once saved by the devil doctor, refuses to bend to his tempting seduction. “I will just take your heart and put it in somebody else's chest. It won't hurt at all, I promise~” “Yes because I will be dead to feel anything.” But the bad news comes knocking when Yang Mingshen becomes the lead forensic investigator to assist in her cases. With a devil now clinging to her, she comes across a deep, dark and cruel web of conspiracies stained with blood, love, hatred, revenge, politics and much more. Treading into dangerous territories, will they be able to uncover the net of lies and deceit? And maybe find love along the way? *EXCERPT* “I am not the weak patient anymore. You try to grab my neck and I will break your wrist,” Jia threw him a death glare. Mingshen leaned in closer, chuckling devilishly. "I told you before, Spicy. I have saved your life. I have touched your heart quite literally. So that heart beating in your chest right now belongs to Yang Mingshen. If I want it, I will have it.”

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[Main Plot Completed] A love doomed from the start, a lost cause, a losing battle—and yet, neither hearts are willing to let go until the very end. ----- Arlan Cromwell, the epitome of the perfect Crown Prince. All he wants is to live a normal life of a human but the life of a dragon is anything but normal. He has but one goal—to find his runaway betrothed and behead her. What happens when he discovers that the woman who has snagged his heart is the one he vowed to kill? Oriana, a Black Witch, disguising herself as a man, has spent her entire life on the run without knowing what she is running away from. When the mysteries of her past slowly catch up to her, she has no one to turn to…except Arlan. But when she learns that the man she has given her heart to is the same man who wants to kill her, how can she accept the cruel card life dealt her? Two people with secrets to keep, identities to hide, and answers to find. When the certain darkness threatens to take Oriana away, will the Dragon be able to protect his mate? ----- Excerpt- “If I knew you were my betrothed, I would have killed you the very first moment we met." Arlan's gaze darkened with hatred. “If I knew I was betrothed to you, I would have killed myself before you even killed me!” Oriana mirrored the same emotions as him. He pulled out a dagger and offered it to her. “It’s not too late. Just slit your throat with this and you'll bleed out painlessly.” She accepted the knife, her fingers clutching its handle tightly. The next moment, he was pressed against the wall and the knife was on the right side of his neck. “How about I try it on you first, my betrothed?” “Feel free to try. But when you fail, this knife will first taste your grandpa's blood, then yours.” Anger rose in her eyes, and the next moment, blood was flowing through the right side of his neck. She cut deep enough to severe an important blood vessel. “You should not have challenged me,” she sneered and stepped back, waiting for him to collapse. He simply smirked and brushed his finger along the deep wound on his neck. “Seems like you failed.” She watched the wound on his neck heal on its own and felt shocked to her bones. “You.. what are you?” “Guess?” ----- Instagram- mynovel.20 Facebook- Author mynoveltwenty

*This is my entry for the WSA 2025 Contest!* This story revolves around Ashton Grace, a delinquent with a brash personality and a rough past. Ashton lives day to day in an endless, boring cycle of school, beating rival gangs, and skipping on stupid, mundane homework until his 18th birthday arrives, and his life changes forever. On his 18th birthday, a cursed demon sealed within Ashton awakens, changing the course of his life and even Ashton's unknown future unexpectedly. To find answers of his existence and to rid of the demonic curse, Ashton must work with Co, an underground exorcist organization that purifies demons lurking in the human realm to rid of powerful devils within the city of Tsurugi. Now to purify the world of demons and devils, Ashton must also work with Jin Itsuki, one of the top exorcist of Co nick-named Mad Dog, and seemingly the only person who can tame the demon inside of Ashton. Unexpectedly, of course, that comes with many problems--one with being falling in love with the one man who hates demons the most. Turning 18 is the worse, ain't it? —————————————————— ADDITIONAL TAGS: #ACTION #HORROR #SUPERNATURAL #THRILLER #ENEMIESTOLOVERS #FIRSTLOVE #TRADGEY #DEMONS #ANGELS —————————————————— Chose Your Agent:

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"This world hates me because I'm a demon. But I'll prove that even death can be the beginning of peace." Leon Astaroth is a low-class demon, ignored and looked down upon by all. With a genuine smile amidst insults and a body covered in wounds, he fights on the front lines. In the endless war between races, he's nothing more than bait for the demon army. But just as his life fades at the edge of a human’s blade, a mysterious system awakens within him granting him a rare and powerful Necromancer ability. Now, armed with the power to raise the dead, Leon stands at a crossroads: - Become the monster everyone believes he is, or - Defy fate and forge a world without war. But the world won’t let him choose so easily. From vengeful human warriors, fellow demons who mock his status, to ancient entities that seem to have chosen him for a purpose Leon must face them all.

In der Nacht vor ihrer Hochzeit brannte ihr Verlobter mit seiner Geliebten durch. Aus Frustration packte sie den Mann, der vor dem Amt für zivile Angelegenheiten stand: "Präsident Mo, Ihre Braut ist nicht angekommen und mein Bräutigam ist weggelaufen... Darf ich vorschlagen, dass wir heiraten?" Vor der Hochzeit sagte sie: "Selbst wenn wir das gleiche Bett teilen würden, würde nichts zwischen uns passieren!" Nach der Hochzeit sagte er: "Wenn wir es nicht versuchen, wie sollen wir es dann wissen?"

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It's all over. Cain watches as his so-called leader, friend and hero, Theo, walks away after stabbing him, leaving him for dead. He trusted him, but in return, all he received was death. As the blood drips over his eyes and his vision blurs, he hears a voice. " Child, do you seek revenge on your enemies? I can help you, be my warrior, and I can make all your wishes come true" A screen pops up, hovering in the air. >> Join Game?

“Don’t look at me like that,” he murmured, brushing a knuckle over her lower lip. “I’ll forget we’re pretending to be civil and fuck you on this table with your enemies still in the room.” He killed her brother. She married him anyway. Nadya Vasiliev made a deal with the devil—for protection, for power, for her niece’s future. To get close enough to destroy Alexei Romanov—the man who tore her family apart—she created a contract and became his wife. A marriage of revenge, nothing more.  But Alexei is no ordinary enemy. He’s powerful. Controlled. Wickedly seductive. And he knows she’s lying. Nadya is playing the long game—seduction, manipulation, revenge. But the deeper she gets, the more dangerous the game becomes. Her heart wasn’t supposed to be in this. Her body wasn’t supposed to burn for his touch. Everyone knows once you dance with the devil… You either bring him down or fall to your knees. The smut will be smutting. I’m exploring how freaky my brain can get. Gimme ideas and gifts lovelies.

Madeline Rose had only ever worked in her father's local blacksmith shop and occasionally helped her mother at the farm. Her skin had become tanned from the hot sun, but despite all of this, she did not complain. Even though she didn't come from a wealthy home, she was content. However, her life turned upside down when she stumbled upon a darkness that refused to leave her alone. There was him, a man cloaked in mystery and malice, a presence that sent chills down her spine. His eyes, shrouded in shadows, held a depth of darkness that seemed to swallow the light around him. When their paths crossed, Madeline felt a cold dread wash over her, as if she had invited a malevolent force into her world.

Devil’s Bedtime Stories An Anthology of One-Shot Horror Tales > “Not all stories are meant to be told at night. Some were never meant to be told at all…” Behind every nightmare lies a truth that someone tried to bury. In this collection of twisted horror one-shots, each volume opens the door to a different darkness— where hotel rooms rewrite your soul, shadows remember your name, and monsters don’t hide under your bed... they tuck you in. From cursed lakes and haunted towns to devils disguised as bedtime storytellers, every tale in this anthology is a slow, inescapable descent into madness, dread, and the chilling possibility that you were never alone to begin with. Once you open this book, you're already part of the story. And the Devil never forgets his readers. This is not a book for sleep. This is a book for those who want to know what's waiting in the dark... For those who are ready to stop pretending the whisper under their bed was the wind. For those who understand: > Once you start reading… you can’t unread what follows. --- SERIES FORMAT: Each Volume = One Complete Horror Story Every Release = A New Devil’s Bedtime Tale No Endings Are Safe. No Truth Is Entirely Buried. Every Story Is a Doorway You Choose to Open. --- > “Once you read it, it knows you. Once you dream it, it never leaves.”

Dao Li treated like a trash by his family is borned in the era where Awakened gain too much respect with their powers. But the reality was... if anyone was found Awakened he was sent to Daylight Shelter with no mercy at all. A place where the only thing matters is "Power" in order to survive you have to do anything. But Dao Li who no one had thought to be to was the Young Master of Dao family. The one no one was par on, and no one can step footing with. After 15 years of struggle as a lowly member of Dao family, it is time to rise up. In order to uncover all the mysteries, Dao Li was about to take action.

--- The Devil's Whispers Prologue — Two Years Ago Before everything fell apart, they kissed in a chapel no one was supposed to enter. It was the kind of place left behind by time—old wood pews, cracked stained glass, and melted wax stuck to stone. No prayers lived here anymore. Just dust and secrets. Emory Vale had come to be alone. It was the night of the Vale family gala—another cold, expensive lie she had to smile through. But instead of staying for toasts and photos, she slipped away in heels that clicked like guilt down the hallway of the east wing. She didn’t expect anyone to follow her. But someone did. Skye Thorne. She should’ve known. Skye never followed rules, only people who tried to escape him. --- He stood near the altar when she turned and saw him—dressed in all black, his hands in his coat pockets like he wasn’t in a sacred place but somewhere made for sinners. His expression wasn’t teasing. It was unreadable. Too quiet for someone like him. “What do you want?” she asked, trying not to let her voice shake. “You left the party early,” he said. “So?” “So I came to see if you were running again.” She laughed bitterly. “From what? My family? Or you?” He didn’t answer right away. And that silence spoke louder than anything. --- Everyone at Braxton knew Emory Vale and Skye Thorne had history— but no one knew how deep it ran. They weren’t lovers. Not really. They were fire and ice. Curse and craving. A thousand almosts wrapped in silence. That night, two years ago, was the first time Emory let him see her cry. It was the first time he touched her without making a joke. The first time she realized he wasn’t just dangerous. He was dangerous for her. --- “You don’t know me,” she said as he stepped closer. “I do,” he said. “Better than he does.” Emory flinched. He was talking about Ezra—the boy her mother approved of. The safe one. The boring one. The wrong one. “He’s good for me,” she said, half-whisper. Skye tilted his head. “Then why do you always look for me in every room he walks into?” Her heart thudded. And then he stepped even closer. Just one breath away. “If you want me to leave, say it,” he said. But she didn’t. Because she couldn’t. And when she finally kissed him—when their mouths collided like two storms—it wasn’t soft. It was desperate. Dangerous. And unforgettable. --- That night changed everything. But no one ever found out. Not about the kiss. Not about the lie she told the next morning. Not about how she left him bleeding in the dark for something she couldn’t explain. Not about how he never forgave her. Not even now. Not even two years later, as the story begins again. --- End of Prologue

A smile that bled through kingdoms. A dot that hides a fate unknown. --- Some call him a devil. Others remember only the smile—calm, beautiful, and soaked in blood. Lucifer awakens in a quiet border village with fragments of a forgotten past, a bleeding dream, and powers he never asked for. On one arm, a mysterious glowing dot. On the other, a progress bar tied to a name in a language long lost. He doesn’t know what he is. But he knows one thing—he’s not normal. In a world divided by power and ranks, where kings wields power and gods are only myths, Lucifer is drawn to the Academy: the center of civilization, where monsters are raised as champions. His quest is simple: “Academy.” But fate is not. He isn’t here to survive. He’s here to unravel a thread that could tear reality apart. --- Author Notes: Hey everyone, I’m Author Zero. This story isn't just about power levels and flashy academies—though you’ll find plenty of that too. The Devil’s Thread dives deeper into themes of identity, buried memories, dark choices, and the lies we accept to survive. There will be thrill, suspense, subtle worldbuilding, and philosophical layers buried beneath action and charm. Romance might arrive, but it won’t define the story. Think of it like peeling an onion. Except every layer bleeds. This is my first time crafting something like this. If you enjoy dark protagonists, beautiful lies, academy arcs, and the unraveling of something ancient and forbidden—this is for you. Support, votes, and comments fuel the story (and the Devil’s Smile). Thanks for reading. If you are the original owner of the image used for this webnovel cover, which has been remastered and altered using artificial intelligence, please contact us so we can discuss appropriate action. While the cover incorporates original elements enhanced by artificial intelligence, we thinks that it is no longer considered entirely original content. ~ Author Zero

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Dark Night. Black Ties. Unserved Ties. “The best part about hiding a secret? The harder you try to bury it, the more it demands to surface.” After the harrowing night of justice, the world was convinced the Devil was no more. Preston University seemed liberated from the grip of its dark tormentors. But at what cost? LarksVille, a high-end town of powerful people, conceals a long-forgotten tale of crime, injustice, and secrets. And this time, Anastasia has more than just one clue. But the real question remains: if the Devil is dead, who had been aiding her all along? Another stalker? Another Devil? Or was everything a lie? Torn between freedom and justice, Anastasia is more determined than ever to uncover the truth. Her only restraint: Everything she believed so far was all a lie.

Though she was born in prominent family, situations made sure that she can't unite with her family for a certain period of time. She fought to live and protect her family from the hidden enemies by going in disguise. Disguised as a unfavored daughter of a second generation rich family that is no where near her prestigious identity, she was cheated and repeatedly betrayed by those around her, leading to her bitter end. ______________________________ Like a phoenix that rose from the ashes, she rose from the dead and rose like a devil. So strong that those men will cower in fear around her if they knew all her identities. She vowed to make them pay back and protect her family but what is with this sudden interference of a certain devil in her life? _______________________________ He was the devil in the business field. His foothold in the business industry was so strong that a word from him could sign the fate of someone despite his young age. Hailing from a prominent family and having looks that could cause the downfall of nations, he was the eye candy of the city. Everyone believed he was perfect and he wouldn't feel sadness, remorse or....love. But who is this man clinging on the woman here with pitiful eyes? Audience- "..."