Asteria Led Mask

Avery Asteria was far from having anyone's dream job. Family circumstances had him drop out of school and flying around the expanse of space looking for treasure among the discarded trash in an old ship his father had been restoring. It was far from glamorous work, but it was all he could do to earn the money he needed. He was not the only one looking for fortune among the stars, though. One day a score that looked too good to be true led to a run in with a band of pirates. With some quick wits and a bit of luck, Avery managed to escape the worst, but he ended up missing out on collecting the valuable salvage he had his sights on. Having lost a large chunk of his gear in his flight from the pirates, Avery seemed to be truly at the end of his rope. However, a twist of fate led him to discovering an experimental vessel that had been lost to the far reaches of space. With this new ship in his possession, his prospects were looking up. It had everything and more than what any spacefarer could want. And Avery was going to use it to become the leader of the greatest band of mercenaries in the galaxy.

Sam, an ordinary high-school student, had her life turned upside down when a run-in with masked psychopaths plunged his existence into a nightmarish ordeal of violence and terror.

What would you do if the person you raised, turned against you? For that person, you sacrificed your childhood but in the end, they still turned against you. It all began like a dream, a sweet dream to say, then a crack happened but she mended it, then another appeared and she mended it again until it finally broke down. Ely kept the lesson taught by life in the deepest part of her heart. She ran away because she was trying to escape from the truth but she met it again and this time, she lost her innocence, she lost the last bit of humanity she had and she lost the color of her soul and eventually, she submitted herself to the devil who used her gleefully. Silveria, a young King felt his ambitions came first before anything else. He once told a girl, that if he wanted something, he got it and it didn't matter how he got it. He was nicknamed the devil. The devil met this girl who lost the color of her soul and fed on her indifference but soon, he began to thirst for more. Is the devil going to pull her into hell with him or will both find salvation? PS:the cover is not mine so I can take it down if the owner comes by.

Superhumans known as Enhumans are currently feared by humans One faction of Enhumans led by John Parker and his family seek the being together the two species while another faction led by Adrian Tombs (Dr. Genesis) seeks the dominate humanity. PG-13 For Intense Sequences of Sci-Fi Action Violence, Crude and Sexual Humor, Language, Brief Drug References and Some Smoking. Running Time: 120 Minutes

Kain, a young teenager, accidentally lost in a Dungeon and awakened a special system. A system that allows him to continuously return to level 0, using his level to add and increase his skill points. From there, Kain began his journey to find the truth of this world, and when he took off that mask, what he saw was...

After a decade of love and devotion, Beatrice's world shattered when her husband, Shawn, perished in a tragic accident. The agony was compounded by the cruel fate that denied her even a glimpse of his remains. Her mother-in-law's venomous words—labeling her "bad luck"—proved the final blow, forcing Beatrice to retreat to her parents' home. Pregnant, widowed and heartbroken, Beatrice struggled to rebuild her life. However, fate had other plans. Enter Ethan, a brooding ex-convict driven by a thirst for vengeance and a quest for greatness. Love and family ties meant nothing to him—until he became Beatrice's neighbor. As their paths continued to cross, Beatrice and Ethan engaged in a series of intense, verbal sparring matches. Yet, beneath their animosity, a spark of intrigue flickered to life. What was it about the wounded, pregnant widow that captivated Ethan's attention? And what drew Beatrice to the enigmatic, troubled stranger, compelling her to help him find redemption? As the tension between them builds, Beatrice and Ethan must confront their own demons and the darkness that has haunted them for so long. Will they find a way to heal, to forgive, and to love again? Or will the trouble of their pasts and the lies that bind them tear them apart forever?

In the heart-wrenching tale "After Nine Lives," Vanya's existence is a never-ending cycle of birth, suffering, and rebirth. Born as the illegitimate child of a mistress, Vanya's life is forever marred by the cruel fate that awaits her. Orphaned at a tender age, Vanya is forced into a loveless engagement with a wealthy and ruthless man. Desperate to escape the shackles of this arranged marriage, Vanya flees to marry the love of her life. For a brief moment, she tastes happiness, but it's short-lived. Her husband's brutal nature is revealed, and Vanya's life becomes a living hell. Her grandmother's tragic death at his hands, coupled with her stepsister's cruel betrayal, leaves Vanya shattered. The memories of her husband's sadistic smile and her stepsister's smug face are forever etched in her mind. Yet, fate grants Vanya a second chance. She's reborn, determined to alter her destiny and find true love. But with each new life, Vanya faces insurmountable hurdles. She's met with rejection, heartbreak, and loss at every turn. Her quest for happiness seems forever elusive. However, a glimmer of hope appears in each life. Vanya meets a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her true love from her second life. The same piercing eyes, the same bright smile, and the same kind heart. It's as if fate is giving her another chance to rekindle the love they shared. The vows they exchanged in a past life – to be together for seven lifetimes – now seem like a beacon of hope. Vanya begins to realize that she's been given multiple chances to relive their love story, to correct the mistakes of the past, and to create a new destiny. As Vanya navigates her ninth and final life, she must confront the darkness of her past and the evil that has haunted her for so long. She must also face the ultimate question: will she finally find redemption and true love, or will she remain forever trapped in this vicious cycle of birth, death, and rebirth? Will Vanya be able to break the curse and find happiness with her soulmate, or will fate have other plans for her? Dive into the world of "After Nine Lives" to find out.

Abigail is the daughter of a rich family living a leisurely life in the countryside, embroiled in the schemes of her family members for the inheritance; watch her slowly destroy the Everest family while asserting her dominance as a cruel princess in an alternate universe. "It's time to take off that mask and show them how cruel i can really be !"

[You’ve successfully killed an Elder Draco Serpent (SSS) and gained 125,000,000 Exp] [Lifesteal activated!] [You've stolen 50,000 blood and a thousand years' worth of life force] [Power absorption activated!] [Pick one ability from the following: Destroyer's Breath(SS), Poisonous Blood(S), Bizzard(B)] [Ding!] [Conditions are met, do you wish to undergo the trial and upgrade your class to Blood Monarch(SS)?] —————————————————————————————————— Liu Kang was training alongside his clan members when an elder conspiracy almost killed him. However, a masked figure tore through space, attacking the group and rescuing Kang. Revealing his identity, the masked figure showed Kang his power and offered him the chance to become like him. Fueled by the desire for strength and revenge, Kang dismissed the consequences and sacrificed himself to the mask, transforming himself into a monster and granting him a system with limitless potential Extra TAGs: #Guild-Building | #Cold-blooded | #Anti-Villain | #Genius [Mass release event goals (20 Dec)] 5 Review OR 10 Golden tickets -> +2 Chapters 7 Review OR 15 Golden tickets -> +3 Chapters 10 Reviews OR 20 Golden tickets -> +5 Chapters 30 Golden tickets -> +6 Chapters 40 Golden tickets -> +8 Chapters 50 Golden tickets -> +10 Chapters

In the blood-soaked world of Magus , Aizen, a young man from Earth, finds himself thrust into a brutal reality where Sorcery reigns supreme. Once a lowly servant, despised and humiliated, Aizen hid his true intentions beneath a mask of submission. With each insult endured and every drop of blood spilled, he sharpened his resolve, guided by the mysterious Wisdom System.

In a world torn apart by war and political intrigue, Arteja is no ordinary warrior. Trained since childhood to protect the royal families of Argadan, she is a master of the spear and a wielder of deadly thunder magic. Her unwavering loyalty and unmatched skill have earned her a reputation as one of the most formidable protectors in the empire. But Arteja's world is thrust into chaos when an alliance of human kingdoms launches a brutal siege on Argadan’s borders. As the enemy’s numbers swell and their tactics grow more ruthless, Arteja finds herself at the center of a conflict that threatens not only her kingdom but her very existence. Facing impossible odds, Arteja must confront not only her enemies but also the cracks in her loyalty and the truths she has avoided. With her lightning-charged spear in hand, she dives headfirst into battle, her every move reshaping the tide of war. Will Arteja’s strength and unyielding resolve be enough to turn the tide, or will the storm she summons consume everything she fights to protect? Filled with electrifying battles, deep character development, and a gripping tale of sacrifice and survival, "Arteja: The Thunder’s Protector" is a high-stakes fantasy adventure that will leave you breathless or bored. :/

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

SYNOPSIS~ In the elite world of wealth, privilege... and crime, a beautiful bride, entangled in a web of blackmail and coerced into marriage must navigate the trillionaire's temptation. As secrets unfold, their masked identity ignites a thrilling game of power, love and deception. Will they both lose everything or find true love behind their masks?

What will you do when some words spread in front of your eyes like a hologram, referred to as the system? What will you do when you realise you transmigrated into another world and possessed a body that wasn't originally yours? Will you try to be delusional hero or realistic scumbag in a world that obviously isn't as safe if you are avid novel reader? -------------------------------------------------------- About the novel: Just a bored person, who wants to make a story without caring too much about quality(or else perfectionism sucks up all the fun I have writing this). ·Not a native speaker, so excuse me for my less than desired English.

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Violet, a well-respected pediatrician in her office, has always been known by her friends as someone who is smiling, friendly, and always listens to others. This mask she created over the years after a painful romantic breakup. But one evening, everything in her life turned upside down. And the reason: Cameron Quincy.

Caspian inched closer until his lips were mere inches away from Davina's, reeling her in to close the nonexistent gap between their mouths. "Have you ever been kissed, Dimitri?" He asked. Before Davina could lose control after Caspian's cold lips lightly grazed hers, she pushed him away and hurriedly stood up. "My Lord, this is highly unethical!" Her real voice nearly slipped out amid the chaos. "What's unethical about this?" Caspian's face lifted to form an innocent yet devilish smile, he seemed to be enjoying the reaction he got out of her. Flustered, Davina turned her back to him and took deep breaths before speaking more composedly. "We are both men and it wasn't ethical of you to try and... kiss me." The last bit came out as a whisper blown away by the wind. Caspian's chuckle echoed through the woods as he stood up from the bench and faced Davina with a smug look on his face. "Tell me, Dimitri, was I really trying to kiss a man just now?" "W-what do you mean?" Davina stumbled backward as she stared at Caspian in shock and disbelief, unsure of what to do to save herself from that situation. "Let me rephrase my question." Caspian delicately grazed Davina's cheeks with the back of his hand. "Are you really a man?" ***** With a bounty on her head and the need for a place to stay, Davina snuck into the castle of Lendorr, posing as a man in the royal army. Luckily for her, she was able to get away with her ruse easily that is, until she met the mysterious Lord Caspian. She is tasked with being one of his guards all while trying to avoid getting caught by the man who made it his life's mission to ruin her plan. Through a twisted game of deceit, Davina is forced to make a grave choice between Love and the REAL reason why she snuck into the castle.

When divine blood flows through your veins, monsters hunts you down until you’re dead. That’s the harsh reality each demigod has to live everyday. Marina is one of them and, because of this, she had to leave her home when she was still a child. Now she has grown up and lives in the Lilies Park, a place in the Otherworld where she meets Shirei, a mysterious demigod who has no memory. Shirei will have to deal with his hidden past to understand why the gods seem to treat him like an enemy, but Marina fears that the journey will only lead to his death. Thus begins the last act of the plan of the forgotten goddess: the queen of masks. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Unbeknownst to the upper-realm, the world was close to a great war that could determine what races live and what races die. In the middle of all this, the Werewolf Queen bestows a mission on several races to find her child and bring them to her side once more. Jennifer, who's been called Wolf all her life due to the wolf claw scars on her face, lives a reserved life. Adopted into a wealthy family, she is showered with love she is barely able to handle. However, once her 25th birthday begins, she wakes up to find that she's taken on the form of a werewolf. Now, she not only has to find a way to live like this, but must also find out why her family knows so much more about her than she ever thought she did. With no way to go back to being Human, she finds herself assaulted on all sides by mysterious beings that either wish to kidnap her, or kill her without telling her why.

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

They say he is evil, they say he is ruthless, but why does he not conform to the rumors? -------- Adelaide, the Princess of Dystopia, bound by her duty to her subjects gets married to the Crown Prince of the enemy country, Asteria Adelaide had always heard about how her groom was a ruthless person, but why does he act differently? He doesn't show his ruthless and aggressive side towards her, rather, he is sweet towards her, which leaves her at a loss for words. Prince Ethan is an enigmatic human, and his actions always leave Adelaide confused. While Adelaide was figuring out Ethan, there were dangers lurking around the palace. Secrets to be unfolded, and questions to be answered. There is a lot to find out. In all of these, would Ethan and Adelaide stay together? Or would they be separated due to the secrets?

Beyond the veil of societal norms, a forbidden love story unfolds. Meet Dahlia, the mistress with a mission: to reclaim the heart of her first love, Clyde. Their all-consuming passion was reduced to ashes when he tied the knot with another woman, her sister. But Dahlia refuses to be erased. Driven by an unrelenting conviction that she's Clyde's soulmate, Dahlia orchestrates a daring plan to rekindle their lost love. As she navigates the treacherous landscape of secrets and lies, she must confront the darkness within herself. Will Dahlia's relentless pursuit of love be her redemption or her downfall? Can she convince Clyde that their connection is worth fighting for, or will the ghosts of their past destroy their future? Step into the twisted world of love, lust, and obsession, where the lines between right and wrong are blurred. Dahlia's story is a siren's call, beckoning you to question everything you thought you knew about love. Join the journey, but be warned: once you take a step into Dahlia's world, there's no turning

Playing a fan game based on Naruto and selecting Suna as his designated village for extra difficulty, last thing he expected to be actually transmigrated in that Naruto world, with no knowledge of the vary world he once had. The only cheat he can rely on is the thing he has randomly selected at the the start and capability to utilise game interface.

In the quiet darkness of the city, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a charming and meticulous man prowls unnoticed. By day, he’s an unassuming professional, navigating the corridors of power with ease, his impeccable manners and handsome face concealing the predator lurking beneath. By night, he dons his most dangerous mask—a façade of warmth and intrigue that draws unsuspecting victims into his carefully woven web. Obsessed with uncovering the truths hidden in human minds, he views each person as a puzzle, their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities as treasures to exploit. But when he encounters a woman who seems perfect for his next plan, his tightly controlled world begins to fray. As his games grow darker and more daring, the question looms: will he remain the master of his deadly art, or will the mask finally crack, exposing the monster within? "The Masked" is a chilling psychological thriller that delves into the twisted mind of a man who thrives in the shadows, a story of manipulation, obsession, and the masks we all wear.

''HELL NO !"These two words however insignificant they may be, led to the unfolding of many events

Asteria raconte l’histoire de Logan Draxler, un jeune prodige maîtrisant le fluide, une des énergies mystiques qui régissent le monde. Marqué par un passé trouble, Logan intègre le lycée d'élite d’Asteria avec une mission secrète : découvrir la vérité sur ses origines. Dès son arrivée, Logan se lie d’amitié avec Klayn, un étudiant à l'apparence joviale mais mystérieuse. Ensemble, ils sont recrutés par les Ombres d’Éther, une organisation secrète qui manipule le destin grâce à une maîtrise avancée des fluides. Leur initiation les plonge dans un monde plus sombre, où un groupe rival, les Écarlates, utilise les fluides pour semer le chaos et pourrait être derrière le meurtre de leur professeur. Pour prouver leur loyauté, Logan et Klayn doivent voler l’Œil de Kyneryx, un artefact imprégné de fluides puissants, tout en naviguant entre alliances fragiles et trahisons imminentes. Dans un univers où ces énergies mystiques sont à la fois source de pouvoir et de danger, Logan devra utiliser toute son intelligence pour manipuler ses adversaires et protéger ceux qu’il aime, tout en évitant la menace du Reaper, l’ombre de la mort qui plane sur ceux qui trahissent les Ombres d’Éther. Asteria est une histoire de pouvoir, d'énergies corrompues, et de secrets, où chaque choix peut mener à la rédemption ou à la destruction.

A quiet, unnoticed student hides a shocking secret: a double life as an online sensation. When a school project forces them to team up with the school’s most popular classmate, an accidental discovery threatens to expose everything. What starts as a tense revelation soon uncovers hidden truths neither expected, leaving both questioning who they really are—and who they can trust.

Dragnelle Étoile is no stranger to secrets. A sharp-witted private investigator with a shadowed past, she navigates life with a limp, a cane adorned with a beast’s head, and a determination as unyielding as the pain in her leg. When Mickaël Rakoto, a man she hasn’t seen in decades, steps back into her life with a desperate plea, she is thrust into a world she thought she’d left behind—a world of wealth, power, and dangerous family secrets. Mickaël’s sister-in-law, Myrha Rakoto, has died under mysterious circumstances while climbing. Officially ruled as an accident, her death doesn’t sit well with Mickaël, who suspects foul play. But in a city where his wife’s powerful family—the Rakoto shipping dynasty—controls everything from the local police to the narrative of Myrha’s death, Mickaël needs someone fearless enough to uncover the truth. Dragnelle takes the case, but each clue she uncovers pulls her deeper into the Rakoto family’s web of lies, privilege, and betrayal. As she pieces together the circumstances of Myrha’s death, Dragnelle must confront ghosts from her own past, including her complicated history with Mickaël. With her sharp mind and sharper tongue, she maneuvers through bribes, betrayals, and old memories, searching for answers no one wants found. Set against the vibrant streets of Antananarivo and the shadowy world of high society, this is a gripping tale of ambition, justice, and the price of uncovering the truth. Secrets, after all, always have a way of coming to light—even when buried at the top of the climb.