Hanna Caleb

Caleb prays on his deathbed for a new adventure in a new life. Little did he know his wish would be granted, now in a new world were strength reigns supreme and cultivation is life. He starts the journey using knowledge from his previous life. FOUNDATION, its all the cultivation novels talked about, a robust foundation to pave the way to the top. His plan is simple, build a strong enough foundation where it will carry him through to the top. Lack talent - no problem - just build a stronger foundation, lack resources - no problem - just build a stronger foundation, lack will - no... wait that is a problem - anyway you get the point. A new life and a new world were he focuses all his will into his foundation. That is the story of the foundation obsessed cultivator.

{Ding! You've seduced the Ice queen} {Reward: you've earned 10× her net worth: $20M} {Multiple orgasm!} {Extra reward: $10M} As if losing everything wasn’t enough—his job, his pride, and his life, all stolen in a single day. First came betrayal. Then came Truck-Kun. Caleb Monrrow thought it was the end. Until he woke up in another world. Now reborn as the bastard son of a ruthless business tycoon, Caleb enters a life where his name is ignored, his worth dismissed, and his powerful siblings want him erased. He has one mission: Rise above them all and claim the legacy that should’ve never been his. But then… {Ding!} [10X Rebate System Activated] Seduce and conquer all female Cardholders. Receive 10X their wealth. “Getting rich while having fun? Sounds like the perfect deal.” Or so he thought. What the system didn’t say was that every Cardholder is linked to Group X—a shadowy organization that controls wealth, media, and power from the shadows. Each cardholder is powerful, seductive… and hunted. Rival Cardholders, deadly assassins, and secret alliances threaten to unravel everything. And now Caleb is in the middle of it all—with his life, heart, and future on the line. “Wait… the system never mentioned this!” In a game of lust, betrayal, and survival, Caleb must seduce, outsmart, and endure—because in this world, love is a weapon... and wealth is war. --- {Content contains mature contents, read at your own discretion} Join our discord: https://discord.gg/HAEUugrfMn

Corria o boato de que Xaviera Evans tinha uma constituição frágil — uma beleza doentia. Dizia-se que ela gastava uma fortuna todos os dias em medicamentos — comendo-os como doces. E que dez servos a esperavam junto à sua cama todos os dias — um fardo para todos. Todos esperavam que a família Evans devolvesse Xaviera Evans para o campo e a deixasse cuidar de si mesma. Xaviera Evans: "Eles estão todos dizendo que sou fraca e não consigo cuidar de mim mesma. Aparentemente, também gasto dinheiro de forma imprudente." Ela olhou para sua camisa esfarrapada e ficou exasperada. Xaviera Evans: "Está dizendo que essa família rica deixa a filha usar roupas esfarrapadas todos os dias?" A filha rica da família Evans? Ela já tinha tido o suficiente! Não seria mais essa pessoa! Portanto... Malandro: "Sem a família Evans, você não é nada." Xaviera Evans: "Se eu for expulsa da família Evans, estarei acabada." Mulher malandra: "Irmã, não fique muito desapontada. Contanto que você trabalhe duro, será elogiada um dia." Xaviera Evans: "Cale a boca, eu não conheço um traidor como você." O malandro e a mulher malandra: "???" Corria o boato de que o filho mais novo da família Mamet, Caleb Mamet, casou-se precipitadamente com uma mulher que só tinha aparência. Xaviera Evans: "Alguém está me menosprezando?" Um dia, Xaviera Evans viu um dos funcionários de Caleb Mamet quebrando a cabeça sobre uma série de números na tela do computador. Como estava livre, ela deu uma mãozinha. Ela acabou de quebrar o firewall criado pelos esforços conjuntos dos melhores hackers de elite?! Caleb Mamet se aproximou a cada passo. "Xaviera, o que mais você está escondendo de mim? Hein?" Xaviera Evans: "Ah, não! Estou tonta de novo! Sou tão fraca. Este corpo meu é simplesmente muito fraco!"

"For every firstborn prince in your Royal bloodline be cursed." A long time ago there was a goddess who fell in love with a king. With her love unreciprocated, she cursed him in anger. Hoping one day his kingdom would crumble without an heir. Hundreds of years past, in the kingdom of Flarite, lived a crown prince named Caleb who just found out that his little sister will be sent to the neighboring kingdom to marry the King. "In a book found in one of the ruined kingdoms says that the kingdom of Eron holds a magical tree, that bears a fruit having the power of the goddess, Zel. In exchange for marriage with Ellaine, Eron shall gift to us the fruit." "For what?! Your marrying off Ellaine, for just this reason?!" "Caleb, your father wants you to be king." A fruit that can bless any living being who eats it fertility, with its offspring bearing the power of the goddess. This fruit is fed to every next queen of Eron to bear an heir having the characteristics of the goddess; Hair as white as snow, fair skin, and green eyes. Caleb unable to accept marriage of his sister, goes against his fathers wishes; "I will talk to his majesty myself and convince him!" The King agreed on one condition. "Our Kingdom cannot send a man to a king who is looking for a wife." He sets off to the Kingdom of Eron, but as his sister?! Caleb seems to have a plan up his sleeve. "Ill just keep a low profile until I get a chance to talk with his majesty." However, "Would you like to spend a night with me?" What? "Your Majesty?" "Can I hold your hand?" WHAT?! "T-the Duke?" "Please let me worship you." "Let me stay with you." What is happening here?! "I'm a man Goddamnit!"

Aria Callen grew up invisible, a servant to the powerful, and a silent witness to the glittering world she would never touch. In the Draven Pack, where Alphas rule and omegas obey, her future seemed fixed. Until destiny branded her differently. When the triplet sons of Alpha Magnus are drawn to her through the sacred mate bond, chaos erupts. Caleb resists her, Cyrus desires her for the wrong reasons, and Caden dreams of breaking free alongside her. As jealousies ignite and ancient enemies stir, Aria uncovers the truth of her bloodline. She is a Moon Wolf, a being of myth and power feared and revered across generations. But power comes at a cost. Rival packs circle like vultures, betrayal festers inside her home, and a boy she once trusted now leads a rebellion that could cost Aria everything. In the end, Aria must forge a new path, not as a Luna chosen by blood but as a leader who defies it.

[Scrapped] "I Am Not the Protagonist" Reincarnated. Doomed. Over it. Caleb was just a sleep-deprived mess of a man, dead before thirty and buried under unfinished art and caffeine-fueled regrets. Now? He’s been reborn into a fantasy novel he once read — as a minor villain whose only personality trait was simping for a heroine who didn’t even remember his name. Gross. Determined to ghost the cringe script written for him, Caleb throws the plot in the shredder and walks his own crooked path through the elite Academy, where heroes train, secrets fester, and a demon invasion looms in the shadows. He’s not the chosen one. Not the protagonist. Not even a sidekick. But he is a wildcard. And sometimes, that's exactly what the story needs.

Caleb Zane was a genius geneticist from Earth living a normal life until he met an unfortunate accident that claimed his life. But as fate would have it, he was given another chance at life in a magical world he could only imagine. Unlike what he saw and read in popular literature, he didn't score some rich family who would give him a good starting point. He did, however, get the ultimate gift of all... ................. [Host Detected...] "What...?" [Analysing magic potential of host] [#Error... #Error. No potential detected. Analysing past memories...] Caleb watched with bated breath as the system did its thing... [Past skills analysed. Creating suitable skill...] [Skill created: Congratulations, host has awakened the skill: Genetic Manipulation.] "The fuck?" .................. Armed with a skill unlike anything ever seen before, Caleb must explore its limits and carve a path for himself in his new world. He discovers shocking secrets of his new world and the origins of his transmigration as well as the reasons he got the genetic system.

Nathan Arrhenius is thrown into the body of a dead prince and given a mission he doesn't understand: Save the villain. But Caleb isn't just a villain. He's a noble disgrace, a walking disaster, a boy grasping for power that will ruin him. And Nathan isn't here to play hero. The Church is watching. The cult is waiting. Magic is forbidden, but someone is using it to kill students, one by one. Lurking beneath it all is an ancient entity, whispering in Nathan's mind, waiting for him to break. Power comes with a price. Redemption isn't guaranteed. And love— love might just be the most dangerous of them all. As Nathan will come to realize, the villain isn't the only one who needs saving.

Rei, a man wrongfully imprisoned and executed in his past life, is reincarnated as a newborn in a humble farming family. However, his memories remain intact, burdening him with deep-seated trauma, distrust, and an overwhelming desire to never be powerless again. Unlike others in his new world, Rei possesses no magical abilities. Instead, he discovers Spirit Arts, an ancient discipline that harnesses Qi and the forces of nature. Through rigorous self-training and an analytical approach using physics-based wind manipulation, he forges a unique path to power. Yet, Rei's journey is not just one of strength, but of internal conflict. His mother, Lily, offers unconditional love, yet he instinctively fears and avoids her. His sister, Hanna, tries desperately to earn his approval, but he coldly rejects her. The only person he trusts is his father, Thomas, whose training unknowingly pushes Rei toward becoming something beyond human understanding. As he grows, Rei must navigate the tensions within his family, the mystery of his past, and the limits of his own abilities. But with each step forward, one question remains: Is this reincarnation a gift, a curse, or an unfinished story waiting for its conclusion? This novel blends psychological depth, tactical combat, and a slow-burning character-driven narrative, offering a fresh take on reincarnation, power, and the struggle for identity in a second life.

In the fabled realm of Torath—where dragons soar, magic lingers in the very air, and kingdoms teeter on the edge of chaos—Caleb begins a journey that will test the very core of his spirit. Once an unremarkable traveler, Caleb is drawn into a fellowship of unlikely heroes: warriors forged in fire, rogues as silent as shadows, mages bound to the pulse of mana itself. Together, they march into lands where legends slumber and nightmares wake. Each trial on the road shapes Caleb—every skirmish, every haunted ruin, every clash with a beast or blade hones his strength. Through treacherous forests, across mage-crafted cities of wonder, and into the heart of forgotten ruins, Caleb grows—not just in might, but in the fierce, untamed magic that burns within him. With fire as his ally and resolve as his fuel, he kindles power from within, forging himself in flame. And in time, he becomes more than a bearer of destiny—he becomes its wildfire, scorching a path through all that would stand in his way. *** This story is also on Royal Road. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/765939/fictions

"You got it wrong. What you needed wasn’t money. They do it to you. Yeah, that was basically it. What you really needed was... support. Care. Love. You need to grow up. And understand that money means everything — and nothing. Because the things you chase? They can vanish in the blink of an eye. You should know that by now." ---- Nova was only fourteen when the world first called her special. A song, a screen, and a million views later — she was the girl with the voice, the face, the future. But nobody warned her about the price of becoming someone. As fame wrapped its glittering hands around her life, Nova let go of the people who mattered most — her family, her friends… and Caleb, the only one who ever saw the real her. With each red carpet and fake smile, her soul faded, and the dream she once chased turned into a prison she built with her own hands. By twenty-two, she had it all. By twenty-three, she lost everything. Now at twenty-six, Nova is done pretending. This is not a story about a pop star. It’s a story about growing up too fast, losing yourself too easily, and finding your way back — when no one’s watching. A raw, emotional, and unfiltered tale of identity, healing, and the slow, painful beauty of rediscovery. ---

Alisha Lushyana tak pernah berharap ulang tahunnya yang ke-26 membawa kejutan apa pun. Seperti tahun-tahun sebelumnya, hanya segelintir teman yang mengingatnya. Namun, sebuah hadiah misterius mengubah segalanya—sebuah buku kosong, tanpa judul, tanpa pengirim, hanya disertai catatan kecil bertuliskan: "Tulislah, maka dunia akan mengikuti." Awalnya Alisha menganggap itu lelucon. Tapi malam itu, saat ia menulis nama seseorang yang mengganggu pikirannya... sesuatu yang tidak masuk akal terjadi. Orang itu muncul keesokan harinya—mengulang masa lalu, berbicara seolah segalanya belum pernah berakhir. Dan ia bukan satu-satunya. Tiga orang yang pernah singgah dalam hidup Alisha, yang sudah lama ia lupakan, kini datang bersamaan. Namun anehnya, Alisha tak ingat pernah mencintai mereka. Lebih mencurigakan lagi, tiap cerita yang ia tulis, tampaknya tidak hanya mengubah dunia luar—tapi juga mengubah hati dan ingatan para tokohnya… dan bahkan miliknya sendiri. Karena buku itu tidak sekadar mencatat kenyataan—buku itu menulis ulang hati manusia. Dan bila hatimu berbohong, maka ceritanya akan menjadi mimpi buruk.

William Leech lives in a modern fantasy world and is the single father of Blair and Caleb, two small kids that gained the ability of transforming into gigantic monsters that usually become out of control until they pass out. Because of the obvious danger that his children cause and live, he tries his best trying to be as discreet as possible and hide them all from society, monster hunters and the people from his past, trying to build a new life in a different country with two kids to raise and traumas to ignore (or maybe overcome) and trying to discover how can Blair and Caleb become monsters. (contains body horror, canibalism, violence, kidnapping and abuse)

Venganza, dulce venganza. No existe sentimiento más bonito que descargar toda tu furia y rabia con aquellos que te han dañado y pisoteado. La sonrisa que se coloca en tu rostro solo de imaginar tal situación no tiene precio. Esto es un concepto que Caleb tiene muy claro en la mente, y no dejará que nada ni nadie se interponga en su camino para conseguir tal preciado tesoro; aún si deba adentrarse en las peores fauces de la humanidad para lograr su objetivo. Sin embargo, la vida no le pondrá nada fácil alcanzar su meta, deberá realizar un viaje de aprendizaje y descubrimiento. Donde no debe permitir que aquellos pensamientos a los que llamamos “conciencia” se apoderen de él. ¿Podrá Caleb alcanzar su tan preciado objetivo de venganza?

Cynthia’s life takes a dark turn when her family is branded with shame and betrayal. Isolated and bullied at school, she struggles to hold on to hope after her father is wrongfully accused of a crime he didn’t commit. When a heated encounter with Caleb—the arrogant son of her father's accuser—sparks tension and fury, Cynthia finds herself pushed even closer to the edge. But not everyone is against her. A classmate, Kelvin, sees her pain and reaches out, stirring emotions Cynthia had long buried. However, danger is closer than she realizes. Someone is watching. Listening. Plotting. And just when Cynthia thinks she’s found a friend, a twist of fate forces her to question everything. What hidden secrets lie behind the Andrews' perfect façade? Will Cynthia's fight for justice shatter her completely—or set her free? The truth awaits.

When angels fell, the world learned death. Once, heaven and earth were one. Immortal, peaceful, and untouched by violence—until the twin sons of the Archangel Bariel were born. One, Auriel, shone with kindness. The other, Samael, was consumed by shadow. His rebellion shattered the divine order and unleashed death upon the world. Now, centuries later, the echoes of his name bring fire and ruin once more. Ray, the son of a tribal chief, is left for dead after his homeland is annihilated by Samael's black-cloaked army. Scarred, broken, and hunted, he awakens with only a single promise left to keep: to avenge the blood of his people. Together with Caleb, his fierce and loyal otter-spirit companion, Ray sets out on a journey through hostile lands, buried secrets, and divine conspiracies. But the deeper they travel, the clearer it becomes: Samael’s return is not a myth. And Ray's blood might carry a forgotten power the heavens fear. Divine blood. Mortal rage. And a war that will awaken the fallen once more. For the German novel version, check-out: https://www.amazon.de/stores/author/B0CGM7DTXY/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=f335fb64-1bae-4d2d-afe5-b8406365b132&ref_=ap_rdr

In the ruthless underworld of Pharr, Texas, Kalisa, a stunning street-smart dropout, lives by one rule only, which is doing whatever it takes to keep her sick mother alive. But that quickly changes when she makes a deadly mistake and robs Don Khan, the most feared Mafia Lord in Texas She is now entangled in a power struggle between criminal empires and Detective Caleb. She finds herself caught between two men, Don Khan, the dangerous kingpin who unexpectedly protects her, and Detective Caleb, the incorruptible officer who saved her life and may be in love with her, but may be using her to bring the Don down. With so many secrets unveiled, love becomes a weapon, and trust is a luxury no one can afford. One woman holds the key. Two men want it. Only one can survive the fallout. Will Kalisa escape the web of lies, or become the most dangerous player of them all?

Eighteen-year-old Lily Hart has always been obsessed with the supernatural—but in her quiet, fog-shrouded hometown of Silver Pine, fantasy and folklore were nothing more than stories... until the new literature teacher arrived. Mysterious, magnetic, and unnervingly intense, Mr. Caleb Ryland is no ordinary teacher. When a chance encounter in the forest reveals his true identity—a powerful werewolf Alpha—Lily’s world is shattered and reborn. Not only is Caleb hiding a dark secret, but he’s also been waiting for her. Because Lily isn’t just anyone… she’s his destined Luna. As an ancient bond awakens between them, Lily is thrust into a hidden world of wolves, war, and wicked shadows. While the connection between her and Caleb deepens, so does the danger. A demon king, ruler of a dark realm, has set his sights on Silver Pine—and on destroying the power that Caleb and Lily share. By day, Lily is a regular high school senior. By night, she trains for war beside the Alpha she’s bound to, growing stronger and more attuned to her emerging powers. With each battle fought and every demon slain, their love intensifies—but so does the threat looming over them. When the quiet before the storm gives way to the demons’ full assault, Lily must embrace her destiny or risk losing everything: her town, her pack, and the bond that could reshape the supernatural world. Because this isn’t just a story of wolves and war. It’s a story of awakening, of love, and of a girl who dared to become a queen in a kingdom of monsters.

Evelyn Marks, a quiet and overlooked Omega in the Blue Moon Pack, never expected to be chosen by the Alpha, Adrian Blackthorn—a man known for his power, ruthlessness, and rule of never keeping a woman in his bed for long. When her scent changes at her coming-of-age ceremony, the bond between them ignites with a passion that neither can resist. But just when Evelyn believes she’s found her place, Adrian announces his engagement to Serena, a woman of ambition and secrets, shattering Evelyn’s heart. Carrying a child she never meant to conceive, Evelyn flees under the cover of darkness, seeking a new life away from the politics and betrayal of the werewolf world. Yet the threads of fate tighten around her. Her child is no ordinary baby—she is a Moonborn, a prophesied force that could save or destroy the entire werewolf realm. As Marcus, a rogue Alpha with a hunger for power, plots from the shadows, Serena’s manipulations twist the packs into chaos. Lucas, Adrian’s cousin, confesses he is Evelyn’s true mate, but his bond to her may not be real. Caleb, a quiet elder, reveals secrets long buried—about Evelyn’s bloodline, the prophecy, and the curse that has chained Adrian to Serena. When Adrian finds Evelyn, the choices before her are no longer simple. Can she trust the man who broke her heart? Is Lucas’s bond real or a lie? And as the packs teeter on the brink of war, can Evelyn embrace her power and protect her child from a fate that was written long before she was born? In a world of bonds, betrayals, and bloodlines, Evelyn must forge her own destiny—or be consumed by the forces that seek to control her.

How does one find a place to bloom in a world of betrayal and death, where evil reigns? An orphaned peasant, young Caleb never imagined he would become a force that would shape the fate of the Empire. Conscripted to fight a war in a place shrouded in mystery, he quickly learns to embrace a gift that could tip the scales in the Empire’s favor—but at what cost? As the conflict intensifies, he soon faces a choice: to become the very monster he fought against, or to preserve his humanity and fight for a future free from tyranny.

In an ancient Javanese kingdom, Rara Seruni, the eldest daughter of a wise and noble Duke, stumbles upon a mysterious book hidden deep within her family's library. To her shock, the book bestows upon her an extraordinary magical power. But before she can fully understand it, tragedy strikes—her father is falsely accused of embezzling royal tribute. Their home is seized, the family's honor is destroyed, and all the men in her household, including her beloved father and brothers, are exiled as forced laborers. Left behind with only her mother and younger sisters, Rara must rise from the ashes. Determined to uncover the truth and restore her family's name, Rara embarks on a journey filled with palace intrigues, betrayal, and lurking dangers. Guided by the ancient book’s power and the wisdom passed down through generations, she must balance the temptation of vengeance with the values of compassion and justice. Will Rara be able to wield her newfound magic without losing herself? Can she overcome the darkness that surrounds the throne and bring light to the truth hidden within the shadows? This is the tale of courage, legacy, and the mystical power of a young woman determined to defy fate.

Dawn, a young man who has inherited the ability to communicate with the dead, works in his family’s funeral service home. For generations, his family has guided the lost souls to their final rest, and Dawn’s job is to help them find peace. But while most spirits move on willingly, one day, Ethan, a recently deceased man, arrives at the funeral home with a burning desire for justice. He insists that his death was not an accident—it was murder. Ethan refuses to move on until his killer is found, and this compels Dawn into an investigation that forces him to face darker aspects of his gift. While Detective Caleb, a sharp, cynical investigator who has been digging into the case but has hit dead ends. Despite their initial clash—Dawn keeping his supernatural abilities a secret and Caleb being skeptical of Dawn’s involvement—the two find themselves working together, drawn not only by their shared mission but by an undeniable chemistry. As Dawn and Caleb grow closer, the stakes intensify. They uncover a deeper conspiracy connected to Ethan's death and the lines between the living and the dead blur. Dawn must balance his growing feelings for Caleb with the danger that their investigation stirs. Meanwhile, the spirit of Ethan grows restless, pushing Dawn to make difficult choices about loyalty, love, and justice. As the investigation takes unexpected turns, Dawn and Caleb must confront their pasts, as well as the feelings that develop between them. But when the truth about Ethan's death is finally revealed, it threatens to tear them apart. In a world where secrets linger beyond the grave, Dawn must decide if he is willing to risk everything—including his heart—to help a spirit find peace.

In a world ruled by strength, dungeons, and awakened abilities, 16-year-old Kairo is mocked as an E-Rank—the lowest of the low. His only power? Vaultspace: a mysterious dimension where ten days pass for every second in the real world. Useless, they called it. But they were wrong. Inside Vaultspace, time is Kairo’s weapon. With no trainers, no shortcuts, and no applause, he begins the impossible training alone in a timeless void, punching through his limits one second at a time. As the outside world blazes with rising threats, legendary hunters, and ancient awakenings, Kairo quietly prepares to shatter fate itself. This is not the story of a chosen one. It’s the story of a boy who *chose* to become legendary.

Raphael Holt was betrayed by the one he loves and trusted the most all because of power. He was left to die by the mate who he thought to protect him. He refused to accept it as the end of his life Mikael Jensen was a Beta with great skills but luck was never on his side when bad things happening one after another. He given up of his life and dreams because that's the easy way out for him. Caleb O'Hara is the Alpha among Alphas. The King of Alpha. Trust is an issue for him as he was always approaches by those who wish to take advantage of him. 3 life intertwined with one another. Everything as the Moon Goddess want to be. How the future will be is up to them. -------------------------------------------------------------- Raphael: Please give me a second chance. This can't be the end. Mikael: I will never accept this fate of mine. I'm sorry, Kyle. Caleb: How can I make you open your heart, accept me and fall in love with me? -------------------------------------------------------------- Author's Note: This is my first webnovel. I'm super nervous writing this because it's my first attempt to write story like this. I hope everyone will be supportive and please do comment whatever you think will help me improve my story because without readers, I won't be able to be an author myself. Thank you and please enjoy. Cover belongs to me.

A family of wolf, the Venmorys. The strongest wolf clan. A family of wolf are brought into the world of survival. After the revelation about the existence of supernatural beings, human kind is determined to eradicate them from the face of the earth. This expedition is led by the renowned wolf hunter Grayson Dolan. The dispute between supernatural and human become more serious when a powerful werewolf, Kirby vokra kills the daughter of the renowned supernatural hunter. This event has the supernatural creatures on the run, with know where to hide. The venmory family being the sources of hope of the supernatural creatures, are determined to end the war between the human and supernaturals. However, in other for them to achieve their goal, they have to stop the powerful rogue werewolf.

Welcome to Aerthys A world forged in flame, drowned in sorrow, shaken by war, and electrified by destiny. Beyond the Four Nations lies a tale that spans a thousand years—of betrayal, forbidden love, cursed power, and a bloodline lost to history. The Kingdoms of Fire, Water, Earth, and Lightning tremble as a boy named Mole, only 8 years old, rises from the ashes of poverty with one goal: To become the strongest in all of Aerthys. But destiny runs deeper than he knows. Before Mole, there was a father—Hosi Thorn—whose death sparked a chain of events leading to an ancient prophecy. Before that, a forgotten hero sealed in time. And before that… a war that shattered the world. As kingdoms fall, secrets rise, and the cursed Crystal of Life awakens the past, one question remains: Will Mole become the one true king—or the final sacrifice? Explore the World Map. Learn the History. Then witness the rise of a legend

A calculated scheme uproots Luna Carter from her quiet countryside life, catapulting her into a proxy marriage to aid the recovery of a man she’s never met. Rumors trail her: plain-faced, a medical failure, unworthy of the Thorn family name. But they’ve made a fatal mistake—Luna’s no meek country mouse. When the Highland City elite, drunk on their own superiority, mock her appearance and flaunt their “superior” medical skills, Luna smirks. With a scalpel in hand and a mind sharper than their diamond necklaces, she begins to unravel their lies. Patients once deemed hopeless rise from the brink of death under her care; scars that marred faces for years fade like whispers. The same socialites who called her “a disgrace” now scramble to beg for her help—only to be met with a polite, icy refusal. But the real shock comes from her husband. Caleb Thorn, the man she was told was bedridden and near death, is no fragile invalid. One night, as Luna kneels by his bedside, half-convinced the rumors were true, he cages her between his arms, eyes blazing with a fire that could burn down cities. “You thought I was weak, little wife?” His voice is a low growl, sending shivers down her spine. “Let me show you exactly how strong I can be.” What starts as a marriage of convenience quickly spirals into something more. As secrets of the scheme that forced her into this union surface, and enemies from Caleb’s past rear their heads, Luna finds herself not just fighting for her husband’s reputation—but for his heart. And when the world finally realizes they’ve underestimated the quiet country girl, they’ll learn one truth: Cross Luna Carter… and you’ll have the Thorn empire to answer to.