Sosimple Bait

Two years after graduation, Lin Yang had no car, no house, and no savings. Originally planning to slack off for the rest of his life, Lin Yang, after a failed blind date, activated the Golden Finger during a fishing session. Catching different aquatic species not only directly earned him money, but also unlocked special items (buffs, fishing gear, bait...), while also increasing his own experience and points. 【Fishing Level Lv1: Novice】 【Level Experience: 1/100】 【Total Points: 1】(Points can be used to exchange for special items) ..... With the help of the Golden Finger Illustrated Handbook, Lin Yang not only made a fortune but gradually became the top fishing master and the hottest outdoor live streamer! Viewers in the live streaming room, "There's no fish Master Lin can't catch, not even a shark." A certain fishing master, "Master Lin is the true fishing master, and from today onwards, he is my master."

In the year of 2042, the hometown of Atlise becomes incapable of holding living creatures. Human beings find it difficult to live, facing serious problems like struggles in breathing, good food, pure water and other essentials for survival. Later, with the help of the O'Brien's Company, people migrate to Artificial Island(ARI), created by them with advanced technology. People enjoy a cozy and comfortable life at ARI, overpowered by bots and advanced environments. Only after moving to the island, youngsters get conscious of how vast and supernatural their lands was, being one among the powerful Octa countries. They extend to set bond with the people of octa countries, exclusive of the werewolf kingdom, who were considered the most coldblooded and merciless after transformation. In spite of moving to a safe place, problems arise once again by a mysterious evil intruder. Jason Maddox, who was born years later had to accidently fall as a bait to the mysterious eviler, who gives him a mysterious defect that lets him enter a abnormal life full of Chaos and breathtaking days. Things get tangled up, once they start to solve the quest of the problem, leading them into terrifying nightmares full of dark traits and thirst for revenge, which leads to breakage of relationships and trust between themselves. Will Jason be able to save himself and his people from the hands of evil? Let's get inside the adventure of Jason's life and see how he lives his life from normal to abnormal. _____ P.S (Tag: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Werewolf, adventure, Supernatural) Hello guys, this is the Author! If you are here to take a sip of werewolf story with a familiar plot, then this isn't a perfect place for you. NAI isn't like the ordinary Sci-Fi werewolf novel, you used to read often. Its completely different from the novels in WN, where lot of events occur in several places with interesting sequels. You could strongly feel the transformation of the MC, how he controls his self and his bonding, both with his family and friends. The antagonist would absolutely make you crazy, making confused by the acts of sacrimony. Once you start reading, you would completely get hooked up with the world design, since I didn't give much info about it here. Hope you fall in love with the Artificial Island and show your support till the end. Enjoy!!!

Alastair Carter is a 27-year-old marketing and management teacher like many others around the world. Well... maybe besides the fact that he teaches some of that world's prodigies, but it's just a small detail. Even though he loves fantasy novels, he has never expected getting sucked into a fantasy world himself. I mean, who does? Follow Alastair and find out how he will deal with this predicament. Will he be nominated as a hero? Will he save the world in crisis or focus on looking for a way back to Earth? Or perhaps, will he settle down and live peacefully? This is the beginning of a great tale... ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Chapter Ero-meter: [ * ] - A bit of explicit content [ * * ] - Around half a chapter of lewds [ * * * ] - WAIT?! IT'S ALL F***ING LEWDS?! Main release day: Monday. What to expect: Some light management, a status system in the background, some slavery, wholesome lewding centered around the MC, a slice of life story and loads of lovely monster girls. What NOT to expect: Depictions of rape, mindbreak or abusive mind control, NTR, heavy sexual abuse and other heavy stuff. The title is not a "bait", but please don't expect fully devoted "hot" chapters every other release. It all depends on the flow of the story (which is still a Slice of Life) and might come to a moment where stuff may happen often, but not all the time. Socials: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Saileri Discord Community: https://discord.gg/uPjt6DJ

There was a special patient in Spruce Hospital. A person in vegetative state and coma that the tree doctor, So Lee-yeon, has been hiding for two years… ‘Don’t wake up. Please don’t wake up.’ It was her dream to live quietly so she prayed every night. Then one day, by pure miracle or failure, the person in vegetative state woke up! “Did you come to suck this poor bastard’s dick?” In front of the man that lost his memory and common sense, she told a lie that couldn’t be turned as she was afraid of his murderous instinct. “I’m your w-wife, Kwon Chae-woo.” The man who buried someone alive and tried to kill her two years ago!

Growth cheats? Infinite magic power? The ability to utilize all archetypes? What’s the point if instant death ends everything with a single attack? High school senior Yogiri Takatou was on a school field trip when he woke up to a dragon assaulting his sightseeing bus, with the only ones still on the bus being him and his female classmate, the panicking Tomochika Dannoura. Apparently the rest of his classmates had been given special powers by Sion, a woman who introduced herself as Sage, and escaped from the dragon, leaving those that hadn’t received any special powers behind as dragon bait. And so Yogiri was thrown into a parallel universe full of danger, with no idea of what just happened. Likewise, Sion had no way of knowing just what kind of being she had summoned to her world.

Khusus Dewasa!! "MY CAPTAIN PRIA" VOL.2 SINOPSIS : Priambodo (24 th) sebagai seorang kapten di jajarannya sedikit heran dengan atasannya pak Hadi Wirawan yang memberikan tugas baru padanya untuk menjaga Putrinya dari incaran mafia yang ingin balas dendam dengan mengincar nyawa putrinya. Selama 24 jam Priambodo di haruskan menjaga Putri Ellana Wirawan (19 th) yang masih duduk di kelas 3 SMA. Priambodo hampir shock saat mengetahui Putri yang akan di lindunginya adalah gadis culun dengan penampilan yang sama sekali tidak menarik dan sering di bully teman-temannya. Dengan menyamar sebagai guru olahraga Priambodo menjalankan tugasnya dengan di temani partner kerjanya yaitu Sanny yang menjadi guru penggantinya. Dengan Perasaan yang hampir gila Priambodo menahan rasa kesalnya saat menghadapi sikap Putri yang kadang di luar nalar, belum lagi saat tahu Atasannya menginginkan dirinya sebagai menantunya. Bagaimana Priambodo menanggapinya? apakah dia menerima perjodohannya dengan Putri di gadis culun? atau lebih memilih Sanny sahabatnya yang mencintainya? Dan bagaimana reaksi Priambodo saat tahu Putri yang di anggapnya culun ternyata seorang Putri Universe yang terkenal di kota asalnya. Tunggu di Novel next NICKSCART "MY CAPTAIN PRIA" MY OLD MAN VOL.1 SINOPSIS : Cinta... Sapalah rindu dengan doa. inshaAllah nafasku akan meng-aamiin-kan disetiap bait baitnya. Cinta... hiasilah rindu dengan bermuhasabah padaNYA.. agar getarannya sampai pada dia yg berhak menerimanya. . Jika banyak yg berpendapat bahwa cinta hadir tanpa alasan, . Maka tidak bagiku, Karena menurutku : "ALLAH lah alasan yang tepat mengapa aku mencintaimu." ( Ardian Adhlino Gavin ) Nayla melihat dari jauh laki-laki yang sedang duduk di teras rumahnya cukup besar. Beberapa hari terakhir Nayla baru saja memikirkan apa yang di katakan sahabatnya Zanna. "Nay , kamu bisa bahagia dengan segala kekayaan yang akan menjadi milikmu jika kamu mau menerima cintanya, terima saja lamaran Ardian Nay, kamu masih muda masa depanmu masih panjang, sedangkan usia Ardian hampir setengah abad, apalagi dengan keadaannya yang sudah sakit-sakitan, kamu hanya menunggu beberapa bulan, dan kalau dia sudah meninggal semua milik Ardian akan menjadi milikmu semua.... "Bagaimana Nayla Kirania, apa kamu bersedia menjadi istriku untuk mendampingi selama hidupku?" tanya Ardian Adhlino Gavin dengan matanya yang sangat teduh. "Aku bersedia." jawab Nayla Kirania dengan dengan pasti.

That night, Aegis Squad infiltrated an abandoned laboratory complex to capture a mutated zombie alive for research. The air reeked of rusted metal and decay. "Make sure the trap is ready," whispered Major Pan Colman. Lila nodded, checking her device. "Ready, just waiting for the bait." Hart, tracking zombie movement, looked uneasy. "They’re smarter than we thought. We must move fast." From the shadows, a massive mutated zombie with armor-like skin emerged. "Wait for it to step into the trap," Pan whispered. As the creature moved forward, Lila activated the device. Steel clamps trapped it, sending high-voltage shocks that made it thrash violently. Before they could celebrate, Hart panicked. "Major, something big is moving behind us!" From the ruins, a giant zombie with protruding bones emerged, smashing through a wall with unnatural speed. "We need to move, now!" Pan ordered. The squad hauled the trapped zombie into their containment truck, escaping as the complex collapsed behind them. Inside the vehicle, Dr. Alaric muttered, "This isn't normal mutation. The virus is evolving too fast." Hart nodded. "It’s as if someone designed them. But who? And why?" Suddenly, a loud metallic thud echoed from the roof. "What was that?" Lila asked, weapon raised. Hart checked his tablet. "Something's on top of us! But it wasn’t detected before!" Pan signaled. "Rico, stop the vehicle. Lila and I will check." They stepped out and looked up. A tall, gaunt creature with razor-sharp claws clung to the roof, staring at them with soulless black eyes. "What the hell is that?" Lila whispered. The creature lunged with blinding speed. Pan and Lila dodged, but their bullets had no effect. "Get back inside! Now!" Pan commanded. They sprinted back, Rico hitting the gas. Hart read his tablet. "This thing… it's like a predator. Faster, stronger." Dr. Alaric whispered, "If this was made by Dominion, we’re dealing with a far deadlier bioweapon than I imagined." The creature pursued them, closing the distance. Lila and Pan fired, but it dodged effortlessly. In one leap, it grabbed the steel trap containing the mutated zombie. "It’s trying to take the zombie!" Lila yelled. Pan hurled a smoke grenade, forcing the creature to retreat. The vehicle sped away. Inside, tension remained thick. "We can't keep running," Pan stated. "We need to fight back. And we need to find out what Dominion of Varex has really done."

Ye Chen, the desperate fisherman in Riverland City, could catch anything but fish. He even registered a livestreaming room. Swish! Ye Chen caught a cremation urn as a bait box, hoping to change his luck with it. But as soon as someone sat down, a big fish was caught! Ye Chen was almost infuriated to the point of spitting blood! Just when he couldn't take it anymore, the system finally awakened... However, the system's achievements left him dumbfounded. Salvaging military weapons, saving people from the river, encountering floating corpses at night... [The host can catch a fish in 5 minutes] After 5 minutes, a rotten fish was hooked. Ye Chen was stunned. All the viewers in the livestreaming room were also stunned. [If the host continues fishing, a mysterious item weighing 76kg, worth 200,000, can be obtained] Ye Chen exclaimed, "Holy crap! Why can I catch everything except fish?"

To be loved by someone who knows the value of updating and assurance The story is set in Japan with approximately 5,200 yakuza gangs operating throughout japan began to stake their claims to territory leading to the occurs of violent wars. One of the biggest Yakuza gang during this period is the Tokugawa clan led by René Tokugawa. A cold, ruthless powerful Tengu prince killed in his past life reincarnated as a ruthless Mafia Lord with no compassion whatsoever for his enemies. The story takes a bold turn when he rapes a young half breed waitress after being drugged with aphrodisiac by one of his childhood bestfriend Yasuke and his cousin Renji who try to test his endurance by buying the girl from her boss and using her as bait to test René's sexual tolerance. A man with no emotional and sexual attraction to women couldn't resist the girl. Four years later,he runs into her in the middle of a harsh war between The Tokugawa clan and it's rivals but one thing has him in cuckold, He's now a Father and has to bear the responsibility of protecting both mother, child and hiding his true identity from them.A series of events folding into discovery of new feelings, betrayals, death and more unfolds.

Her only mistake, was loving the wrong person. She's an orphan, lost her mom at birth and dad five years later. Her aunt became her guardian and got her into modeling school, where she met Jackson. He not only became her manager, he won her heart and they got married in the space of three months against her aunt’s wish. Jackson gave her love, beauty, money... but little did she know it was only a façade. A bait to lure her and hide his arrogant and obsessive heart. Their marriage lasted four years and she endured his abuse until one night when she finally got a chance to escape. Moving into Atlanta seemed like a fresh start until she crossed paths with Jake Robbins, the handsome billionaire heir. "Make me, yours, marry me, Laura." Jake let out. "What?!" Laura opened her eyes wide, staring at the man smirking at her. Saying the most sacred words, using the most casual tone. “We are in the middle of nowhere for goodness sake!” she added “The next minute is not guaranteed, so why wait?” He shrugged. Never in a million years did she ever imagine talking about marriage with the grumpy and arrogant billionaire heir, not after the hell she went through in her traumatic former life. However, with Jake, there was something different, but what happens when her past comes to light? Find out in this story!

After living as a famous Korean vlogger-slash-mukbanger, Neoma died a (shameful) death and regressed to her tragic first life--- the life where she has to live as a hidden princess with a tyrannical father and a yandere twin brother. She died at the hands of her psycho brother in her first life. But luckily, she charmed her "big brother" this time. Her father remains a sc*mbag, though. But a blessing in disguise happened when her twin brother got "sick." Because of that, she has to pretend as the "Crown Prince," forcing her father to treat her well. She thought she was finally on the road to becoming a lady of leisure. But, despite her laziness, she still ends up completing royal duties that put her closer to the throne than her sick twin brother. The next thing she knew, they already prophesied her to be the first empress of their very patriarchal empire. Now Neoma finds herself in the middle of the succession war she never wanted to be involved in! *** [EXCERPT 1] “Neoma de Moonasterio, the first princess of Moonasterion Empire. From now on, you’ll live as Prince Nero’s proxy.” [The hell is this psycho saying?] Neoma, despite her confusion, still smiled at her father--- the emperor. “Father, what do you mean by that?” “From now on, assassins sent by my enemies would target Nero,” the emperor explained. “Until he’s strong enough to protect himself, you’ll pose as your twin brother.” Her smile froze, but she still acted innocent. “But Father. If I take my brother’s position, then wouldn’t the assassins mistake me for him and…” She stopped talking when she realized that was exactly what the emperor wanted her to do. [This sc*mbag wants me to be bait?!] “You’re no longer a princess, Neoma de Moonasterio. From now on, you’ll live as Prince Nero de Moonasterio,” Emperor Nikolai said coldly while looking down at her with glowing red eyes. “Try to survive until your twin brother comes back to take his rightful place, understood?” Neoma was too shocked to react. [Are you f*cking kidding me, you sc*mbag?!] *** [ORIGINAL BOOK COVER. Artwork by sola_cola.] *** [EXCERPT 2] “I’m so sick of your tyrannical a*s,” Neoma yelled at her father aka the emperor. “I won’t forgive you for hurting Lewis and Tteokbokki!” “What will you do about it then?” Nikolai asked with a smirk. “Kill me?” “Yes! I’ll f*cking kill you, sc*mbag!” “Language,” he warned her, upset that his five-year-old daughter curses like a sailor. “Using vulgar words is unbecoming of the future Crown Prince.” “I’m a princess!” Upon yelling those words, the royal princess’s eye color changed from ash-gray to red. [This is getting serious.] “Stop it, Nero,” Nikolai told her sternly. “If you keep that up, the royal knights will come and–” “I’m not Nero!” Neoma screeched angrily. Then she jumped in the air with her left fist, ready to punch him. “In the name of the moon, I’ll punish you!” [What…?] And Princess Neoma, pretending as the Crown Prince for her sick twin brother, punched Emperor Nikolai, her father, in the face.

Nashit, a young adventurer, had been mercilessly sacrificed by his companions in a ruthless bid to save the kingdom. When they encountered an invincible monster in the depths of a dark cave, they left Nashit behind as bait, unknowingly dooming him. Wracked by poison and the beast's relentless assault, Nashit met a painful end. His former comrades sealed the monster within, entombing Nashit’s body alongside it, viewing his sacrifice as the price of victory. But fate had other plans. On the brink of death, Nashit’s soul found an unexpected escape. In the darkness, it was drawn into the body of a young noble child—a tragic heir to a crumbling noble family. Now trapped within this unfamiliar form, Nashit was given a second chance, yet his new world was fraught with intrigue, peril, and powers far beyond anything he had ever faced as an adventurer. Haunted by the bitter memories of his companions’ betrayal, Nashit must now navigate life as a noble child, striving to uncover his new family’s secrets while confronting his own dark past. Now, he fights not just to survive but to seek vengeance and unravel the mysterious destiny that has bound him to this new body. Is this punishment... or an opportunity to avenge himself against those who betrayed him?

The NADS top squad detective; Abby, Beanie, Vicky, and Paul are faced with another crime, with little or no solid lead the team are left to handle this spinning case. How will they face this killer with emotions that seems to get on their way!? Would it be a victory for them to finally catch the culprit before their final strike or would it be gone over for Abby's career to be a top detective agent? FIND OUT IN THiS EMOTIONAL- PACKED ACTION BOOK!!!! #Romance #Mystery #crime #jealously "drama

Si Yihan , a business Mongrel who is called a king of his domain, where his charming beauty act as his bait and his soothing voice is the reason behind the falling over of countless buisness empires. He was successful to the dimes but cold and sharp like ice. when it comes to anything other than his business, especially when the said legacy got in jeopardy by his entanglement with his wife. He would do anything to keep his business unaffected and flourishing, the way it is, even if it meant making a personal sacrifice of his life. Bai Xi, got married to the Hot billionaire business tycoon Si Yihan on her eighteenth birthday, as her dying father's last wish. Though she was forced into it, she didn't let it affect her life. Strong willed as she is , she maneuvered her life as the rich wife in such a way that left everyone speechless. Specially her poor unknowing husband who had never seen his wife, didn't realise when he got knocked over by her until an accidental incident where he got swept off his feet and fell head over heels for his wife without knowing that she is in fact, his wife. Excerpt: “Did you think this would be enough to keep me away from you. Never, try as you might Bai Xi you are married to me! I am a part of your life and you are mine. And I am not letting you go.” Si yehan declared . His voice sounded firm and his decision irreversible. I stood there, not knowing what else to say. I never wanted to involve him in the mess that is my life , but he stood there and declared it in a way, that made me think about it all again. I love this guy! I love him so much, that it hurts to be anywhere else other than being with him. .......... Though however hard she tries to be strong and brave, she has a past and a brutal one at that,which left her emotionally crippling. And the past will catch up with her whether she wants to face it or not.

"Not all people can be trusted... Not all intentions are good... And not all decisions are made for the benefit of all... They were all lies... It was all but a LIE." - Blue During the spread of a deadly virus, a search for a cure was badly needed... Desperately needed, since we are talking about a disease so rare, it turns people into zombies. FREAKs as they are so-called here. So, with desperate times come desperate measures; An Organization was established, a search party was created, and one SUBJECT became a crucial focus for finding a cure. Major Jay Cruz and his crew find this a mission worthy to die for, knowing it could save lives. But with their good intentions comes a bloody secret: THEY were all just BAIT to lure out the 'cure', which was later named the BLUE CURE. This cure, like the deadly virus, was so unusual it had to be a wild fantasy to develop into reality. Right? Well, that's what Major Cruz thought - until that one explosive incident happened. ..... As for Maxine Rose, she learned how to put up with the current new world; she aimed to thrive and survive. However, rather than being afraid of the undead, she found herself being more terrified of the unknown fear she had been feeling since her awakening.  So instead of staying 'HOME', she decided to run and hide - unfortunately, 'he' came. ..... As destiny was trying to connect two different lives in bringing the CURE that would save hundreds of millions of people from the undead, would this mean hope in ending Z-day for eternity? Or was it just a sick game of delusion that needed to end?

****COMPLETE***** Moselia, a young woman with a mysterious past(created for the super soldier experiment and the First and only successful super soldier) Finds herself in a precarious situation, experiencing strange and unsettling events. She's accompanied by Zayn and Ross( one soul in two bodies and twins, who were once part of the former experiment called E1 and E2 that was terminated) Two individuals who seem to care for her deeply. As they navigate their circumstances, they're joined by Erebus(the first doctor who made Moselia into a super soldier and experimented on himself) and Dr. Samir( a once former doctor of the super soldier experiment) who possess unique skills and knowledge. The group discovers that Moselia has a tracking device on her neck( implanted from when she was created) hinting at a connection to a sinister facility called umbra. They work together to remove the device and evade capture. Along the way, Moselia's past begins to unravel, revealing fragments of memories and clues about her connection to the facility. As they journey to Japan, the group devises a plan to take down their enemies, using Moselia as bait to draw them out. Moselia's impromptu performance with an idol group sets their plan in motion, capturing the attention of the public and their pursuers. Throughout the story, the group's bond grows stronger, and their determination to uncover the truth about Moselia's past, their abilities, and the facility's intentions becomes more resolute. With each step, they edge closer to a confrontation with their enemies, led by the enigmatic Sophia, and the secrets she holds and also taking down umbra's control.

Excerpts~ Her blood is a curse—a sweet, deadly curse that I can’t stop tasting. It coats my tongue, warm and heady, like it was made to undo me. I hate her for how good it feels. Hate myself more for not stopping. She doesn’t pull away. No, she’s watching me, her lips curving like she’s already won. Her pulse pounds against my mouth, steady and unafraid, and it makes me want to devour her whole. “Enjoying yourself?” she asks, her voice soft, taunting. I don’t answer. Can’t. My grip tightens around her wrist as I pull back, her blood still burning on my lips. She tilts her head, mockery gleaming in her eyes, and I know she’s baiting me. “Does it bother you,” she whispers, “how easily I let you take it?” The words cut deeper than they should. Before I can think, I shove her back against the wall, my body caging hers. Her smirk doesn’t falter. It dares me. Push harder. “You really don’t know when to stop,” I growl, my voice rough, guttural. “Neither do you,” she murmurs, her gaze dropping to my mouth. And then I snap. I crush my lips to hers, tasting blood and defiance and her. She gasps against me, her fingers curling into my shirt like she’s torn between pushing me away and pulling me closer. Every ounce of self-control I had shatters as I press harder, deeper, desperate to consume her completely. She shouldn’t feel this good. Kissing her should be a mistake. But the way she responds—the way her mouth moves against mine—feels like I’ve just ignited something I’ll never be able to extinguish. **** His kiss is fire. A raw, scorching blaze that steals the breath from my lungs and sets every nerve in my body alight. It’s unexpected, wild, and completely reckless—like him. For a moment, I freeze, my hands against his chest, ready to push him away. I should stop this. I need to stop this. But the heat of his mouth, the way his hands grip my waist like he can’t let go, makes it impossible to move. “Damn it, Killion,” I whisper against his lips, trying to muster the strength to pull back. But then he groans—low, desperate—and it unravels me. He kisses me harder, deeper, and I’m drowning in him. My fingers curl into his shirt, dragging him closer, even as my mind screams at me to stop. This is dangerous. He’s dangerous. But right now, I don’t care. His hands slide to my hips, gripping me like he’s afraid I’ll vanish. I hate how good it feels. Hate how much I want him in this moment, even when I know it’s a bad idea. When he finally pulls back, his breath ragged, his lips are swollen and red. His eyes lock on mine, dark and stormy, and I know we’ve just crossed a line we can never uncross. “You really don’t know when to quit,” I say, my voice shaky, trying to sound composed. His lips twitch, a shadow of his usual smirk. “Neither do you.” ***** In a world where power is the only currency and betrayal is a shadow at every corner, the fae and the demon must navigate a dance of lies and desires, where every touch is a weapon and every secret could shatter their fragile alliance. But as their game of cat and mouse spirals into something more dangerous, they'll discover the line between love and hate is thinner than they ever imagined. And in the Undercity, where hearts burn and, passion can be the deadliest weapon of all. Will she find the truth she seeks, or will she be consumed by the very darkness she's trying to escape?

Keys of Deception For Zara, life has always been about fitting in—navigating the chaos of high school while balancing the memory of a father she barely understood. But when her father's sudden death leaves behind a series of cryptic artifacts, Zara’s world spirals into a web of secrets, lies, and impossible choices. The artifacts are more than relics—they’re keys to a conspiracy with international stakes. As Zara unravels the mystery, she discovers allies in unexpected places and enemies hiding in plain sight. Every step she takes reveals more about her father’s shadowy past, and she’s forced to question whether he was the protector she believed... or the villain everyone feared. When messages from a "phantom caller" warn her of danger, Zara is drawn deeper into a world where trust is a deadly game and betrayal could cost her everything. And the more she tries to escape, the more she realizes the artifacts aren’t just the key to unlocking the truth—they’re the bait that could destroy her. In a battle of deception, where nothing is as it seems, Zara must decide: Will she safeguard the legacy left to her, or will she dismantle the very foundation of her father’s empire? High school drama meets international intrigue in this suspenseful coming-of-age mystery. Packed with twists, betrayals, and a hint of danger, "Keys of Deception" will keep you turning pages until the final shocking revelation.

An intricately intertwined romantic liaison unfolds within a vision of dreamy, sumptuous, yet bloodthirsty and shadowy fantasticality. A commonplace yet headstrong girl, reeling from a heartbreak, chances upon a mysterious damsel hailing from an otherworldly dimension. This enigmatic figure tempts her into the realm of elves in pursuit of love, dangling the allure of an idyllic romance as bait. She scours this strange land for tales of affection, solely to fulfill a quest. But how will her own amorous narrative ultimately play out? She has plummeted into a chasm of countless souls, toiled as a menial in a bordello, served as a handmaiden, and subsequently, by a twist of fate, transmogrified into a feline, thereby commencing to pry upon that seemingly perfidious man from an entirely novel vantage point... This inextricably knotted and passionately poignant romantic escapade shall enrapture you, rendering it impossible to break free. This opus is rife with contention, steeped in a potent essence, and graced with a refreshingly novel motif. It may well pique your curiosity.

Dia Nathan, dia pria yang selalu terlihat sederhana, dengan ransel di punggung dan motor tua yang setia menemani harinya. Di kampus, ia dikenal sebagai sosok pendiam, namun tatapan matanya menyimpan banyak cerita yang sulit diungkap. Hidup Kumala berubah ketika pertama kali bertemu Nathan di kelompok ospek. Di balik sikap tenangnya, ada kehangatan yang perlahan membuatnya nyaman. Mereka berbagi cerita, canda, dan momen-momen kecil yang seolah terukir indah dalam ingatan. Namun, seperti halnya kisah yang sering kali tak sempurna, ada dinding yang memisahkan mereka-ambisi, keadaan, dan kata-kata yang tak pernah terucap. Bertahun-tahun kemudian, di sebuah toko buku di Bali, Kumala tanpa sengaja menemukan buku kumpulan puisi. Nama penulisnya membuatnya terpaku. Saat membuka halaman pertama, Kumala langsung tenggelam dalam baris-baris puisi yang tak asing. Setiap bait mengembalikan dirinya ke masa lalu, menghidupkan kenangan akan Nathan-sosok yang tak pernah benar-benar ia lupakan. Namun, di balik buku itu, ada rahasia yang lebih besar. menimbulkan tanda tanya yang tak berujung, Dan jika Nathan masih ada, apakah ia masih menunggu?, atau sudah menemukan jalannya sendiri? Ini adalah kisah tentang cinta yang tak pernah selesai, tentang keberanian untuk melepaskan, dan tentang pertanyaan yang mungkin tak akan pernah terjawab: Apa yang sebenarnya ada di hati Nathan?

Nineteen-year-old Winona Bravegard hid in a cave of Dasos for seven years because she was both wanted by the Mage King and the Dragon King because of her precious heart that can turn anyone into an immortal. Her mother shielded her from the Dragon King's wrath. At the same time, her father offered his life for her when she unintentionally used her superpower during the dragon kingdom's yearly tournament. The Dragon King kept her mother in Dracousia Kingdom's tower as bait for Winona. Kaiden Drakonar is the Crown Prince of the Dracousia Kingdom, he is the most powerful dragon ever born that surpassed the power of his forefathers, but his father will only turn over his crown to his son if he captures the Dragon Witch. She is the menace to their kingdom because she is the real heir of the dragon world, and she possessed the superpower of the four elements because of her dragon and witch blood that runs on her veins. ”Son, you need to deliver to me the heart of the Dragon Witch, and that is the only way I can proclaim you as the new king of the Dragon Realm.” He set on a journey to find the Dragon Witch, and he disguised himself as an ordinary human hunter who passed by on the forest of Dasos, where he meets a beautiful young maiden, Winona, under the name of Ana, and he fell in love with her. Winona didn’t know she was in love with the person hunting for her heart, while Kaiden didn’t realize she fell in love with the Dragon Witch. She got an opportunity to save her mother when the Dragon King passed a decree calling all-female dragon shifter to join the competition to be chosen as the Crown Princess of the Dragon Realm because the king wants to find the perfect mate for Prince Kaiden. But entering this tournament is more complicated than she thought. What will happen to their love story once she finds out that Kaiden is the Crown Prince of the Dragon World? Can she forgive him for aiming for her actual beating heart as an offering to the Dragon King who killed her father? Can Kaiden kill Winona once he learns she is the Dragon Witch and offers her heart to his father, or is he willing to betray his father and fight beside Winona? As the battle between the two kingdoms intensified, which side will Winona choose? Will she use her superpower to side with the mages who abandoned her witch mother, or is she going to choose the kingdom of his father and reign as the new Queen and forget that once upon a time, she fell in love? (Warning: Has mature content on the later part of the story.)

One shouldn't respond to the swirling darkness...To eternal rest promised and the sweet death put forth as bait.

In the high stakes world of wealth, philanthropy, and power plays, Shadows of Desire weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. At the center of it all is Sophie Langston, a passionate and driven woman who co-founded a charitable foundation with her long-time business partner and lover, James Thornton. Their organization, built on the ideals of changing the world, has become a beacon of hope for struggling communities. But as the foundation grows in influence, so do the enemies lurking in the shadows. Sophie and James find their relationship and partnership tested when an unexpected visitor walks into their lives, Richard Mallory, a disgraced businessman with a tainted past. Despite having tried to undermine the foundation before, Richard proposes a substantial investment, claiming he wants to make amends. Torn between suspicion and the potential benefits for their projects, Sophie reluctantly agrees, setting off a chain of events that unravel deep-seated conspiracies and hidden agendas. Soon after, whispers of internal conflict and financial instability begin to surface. Rumors swirl about a power struggle between Sophie and James, putting their relationship under intense public scrutiny. Behind the scenes, they uncover a more sinister plot at play. Dominic Kane, a ruthless corporate raider infamous for hostile takeovers and blackmail, has set his sights on their foundation. With a history of exploiting the vulnerable for profit, Kane sees their organization as his next target, aiming to use it as a pawn in his larger schemes. As Sophie and James grapple with this new threat, they must navigate a web of deceit, power struggles, and hidden motives. Old allies resurface, trust is tested, and secrets from the past are unearthed, forcing the couple to confront their own vulnerabilities. Sophie’s resolve and James’s protective instincts are put to the ultimate test as they try to outmaneuver Kane while keeping the foundation afloat. Throughout the story, the dynamic between Sophie and James deepens. They experience moments of intense passion and tender vulnerability, strengthening their bond even as external forces try to pull them apart. Sophie’s fiery spirit and unwavering belief in their mission inspire James, while his steady support and strategic mind give her the courage to face each challenge head-on. In a dramatic twist, Sophie and James devise a plan to turn the tables on Dominic Kane. They leak false information about their foundation’s instability, baiting Kane into making a move. The gamble pays off when they gather enough evidence to expose his illegal activities. With the help of their loyal co-admin Alex and the formidable Claire, they publicly reveal Kane’s schemes, leading to his downfall. As the dust settles, Sophie and James emerge stronger, having faced their darkest fears and the shadows of their past. Their foundation, though bruised, stands tall, a symbol of resilience and the power of love. The story ends on a hopeful note, with the couple ready to take on whatever challenges lie ahead, united by a deeper understanding of each other and a renewed commitment to their shared vision. Shadows of Desire is a gripping tale of billionaire intrigue, exploring the delicate balance between love and power. It delves into themes of trust, redemption, and the impact of past choices, set against a backdrop of luxury, philanthropy, and the ruthless world of corporate warfare. With steamy romance, thrilling plot twists, and a core struggle that resonates with ambition and integrity, this story is a journey of two souls navigating the treacherous waters of wealth and desire.

Ethan Blackwood was termed unclassified by a stupid system called the "ability", left to be eaten by what they called the tempestri, a massive sandstorm reptile. He successfully excapes with his life by Sheer luck, but after this the "Alpha" of the force gives him the privilege of .. " I am willing to offer you a position within our force as an errand boy... "Consider it an act of charity, Ethan. You'll learn to appreciate the opportunities we provide. Your duties would include messenger tasks, supply runs and maintenance work. ** "We should look for a bait, but oops, we don't have one." "Am sure the beast would love a red- haired." A sly smile. Bring in the errand boy! Unclassified! And so Ethan gets mauled by the beast and impaled under it. He reawakens to find he had killed the beast only to get a beast system! Hunter becoming the Hunted!

Princess Enikpi was forced to flee her kingdom which was being invaded by the Jukun's, in an attempt to save her, her grandfather had to sacrifice himself as bait and she promised him that she would return to her kingdom and get back the throne and free her people from the evil the jukun's are doing to them. She finds herself in a new place where she has to adapt being normal like everyone else and also plan how she would get back her kingdom. Would she be able to get back her kingdom and free her people? Or would her heritage be forever lost in history? #history #romance #fiction #fantasy #African #Nigerian #mystery

Jean Evans is just an ordinary working girl. Or so she strives to be. As a criminal in hiding, she has to keep her head down and be prepared to go on the run at any moment. When the neighbouring nation invades her city, suddenly her dreams of an ordinary, relatively unnoticed life goes awry. She doesn't want to be noticed, but someone has. And now that she's been noticed, she has become bait, a tool used by both sides of the war in an effort to control the man she once thought could be a dream boyfriend. The man who had turned into an enemy in the midst of her daydream. Can Jean rise to the occasion and show the strength of her abilities or will she be crushed when events set her back over and over again? How many times can a girl be crushed before she gives up? --- Author's note: This story is relatively depressing and many of the themes are for more mature audiences. I wouldn't call it a romance story. More a slippery slope of distasteful greys sliding into darkness. This is a work of fiction based upon a dream. No characters, settings or events are based on any real life people, environments or events. In the event anything resembles something in real life, it is an accident.

In a world where humanity lives in suspended space, children undergo a fishing test when they come of age. Those with immaculate talents have the possibility of becoming great fishing masters. In the endless sea, every life is imbued with a sacred mission. There are fish that can fly, turtles that have absorbed the worldly essence, and whales that can devour the heaven and earth… There are also countless fishers. Fishing is an art. There is an ancient saying: If you can't fish, you might as well be bait.

What would happen if you suddenly discovered that the world you live in is not what you think it is, but a much more horrifying and bizarre place where angels soar in the sky while demons feed on humans? Before all of that happened, I was just a regular guy waiting for my date. But when I encountered that unknown girl, my ordinary world suddenly turned upside down NOTED : THIS NOVEL DOESN'T REPRESENT ANY OF THE RELIGIONS IN THE REAL WORLD, EVEN THO YOU'LL FIND FAMILIAR NAMES PLEASE REMEMBER THAT THIS ALL IS JUST PURE CRAFT OF IMAGINATION.

After defeating the titular antagonist in his favorite internet game, "Avlora," a certain individual who held responsibility for it thought it would be all over. However, that changed when the reward for the quest offered him into a boss monster that he and his comrades had defeated after days of battling. It was something hard to refuse for a youth like him, but the outcome of his desire was not what he expected. Betrayed comrades, a fallen antagonist, and a new world were things he wasn't prepared for. But With his newfound power, the certain individual, Leviathan, is soaring higher than we can even imagine.

On the azure planet, fear and strangeness descended one after another. The midnight commuters found themselves dismembered, their heads flying. Eyes hidden in restroom mirrors watched the constant flow of living beings. The ceaseless chewing sounds from the buffet restaurant made one’s heart skip a beat. Yeesha, a fitness coach, encountered the bizarre at home, chased by terrifying little ghosts. But at a critical moment, bathed in moonlight, he transformed into a fearsome werewolf and turned the tables. As the conspiracy unfolds, the mystery of one’s origin gradually reveals itself. The obstacles along the way, once seen as bizarre, become mere bait! “More terrifying than the bizarre, more horrifying than demons!”