Striving For The Luxury Liner

Micheal von Shelb, the lazy but genius son of a Duke, wakes from a nightmare to discover he’s just a side character in a multiverse of sappy novels—and the authors didn’t even bother giving him a happy ending. Fed up, he ditches his father’s schemes, vows to rescue his forgotten wife Magda, and sets his sights on a quiet life selling “man-bras” to bicep-flexing dukes. Armed with wit and rebellion, Micheal shakes up the court, defies fate, and proves even side characters can steal the spotlight.

"Be my Empress Selena..." His emerald eyes looked at her with a pleading look. She started to soften after seeing him plead so earnestly but she reminded herself that she didn't want this! She didn't want to be an Empress! Most importantly he lied and then disappeared! Now he has the audacity to come looking for her! "Get out." She pointed at the door and then at him. He grabbed her hand and pulled her towards himself. "You can't get rid of me. You know how stubborn I am." Ming Yue was an ordinary office worker when she went into a novel she used to read, a steamy romance between Clara, the innocent illegitimate daughter of a count and the cold Northern Duke. Was she the heroine? No. Was she a side character? No. She was the damned villainess everyone hated! Being a former doormat she decided to embrace the villainhood in this life and live life on her terms. A leisurely life was what she wanted, maybe face-slapping her ex-fiance, the Northern Duke every now and then... But that all changed when she met him... Alex. She hired him to be her partner, but he intended to make that contract last a lifetime. She had no room to say no because he was the Crown Prince! Soon to be the Emperor! This is my entry for the Cupid's Quill contest, please support it, thank you!

Kang Haneul’s once-happy life was shattered by tragedy when his family was struck by a devastating traffic accident. His parents died and his sister fell into a coma. He worked himself to the bone to support his comatose sister’s medical expenses. Yet fate dealt another cruel blow. Just as his sister passed away from heart failure and he received a grim diagnosis of stage 4 cancer, he found himself in the path of an oncoming truck while saving a child. Facing death, he unexpectedly encounters the king of the underworld, who offers him a remarkable gift for his selfless act: a chance to rewrite the past. With determination burning within him, Haneul seizes this opportunity to change the course of his life and fulfill long-lost dreams. But wait- why do these people keep calling him an Omega? What the heck is an Omega??? #BL #Omegaverse #Idol #notsmut

A teenage girl meets her friend's boyfriends. She stumbles upon a single member and becomes closer with him.. Does she fall inlove?!

After the brutal loss of his beloved grandfather, Liam Hunter embarks on a harrowing journey into the heart of the Dark Forest, known as the Forest of Kyrell, with a singular goal: to gain the strength necessary to honor his grandfather's memory and to never lose anyone dear to him again. At just ten years old, Liam is thrust into a world of darkness and malevolence, where he endures four grueling years of training and transformation. In this shadowy realm, he is reborn as a fierce warrior, driven by a relentless desire to eradicate every demon and ultimately confront the Demon King, Emrys himself. To achieve his formidable goal, Liam must forsake any emotional connections that could weaken his resolve. The once vibrant and joyful boy is transformed by his trials into a cold and unfeeling combatant, hardened by the harsh realities of his quest. This is the story of Liam Hunter—the last wielder of dark magic—whose journey through darkness and sacrifice will shape him into a force of vengeance and resolve.

Hernia is his to care for and he doesn’t care what the world thinks of that.

Being the first child and princess in a magical land Abigail was burdened with great responsibilities. She was sent to the human world together with her two sisters to learn more about humans. On thier supposed date to return, Abigail was sadly left behind because her powers had strangely unleashed itself. The auspicious day of coming to the human world was once a year, would they be able to bring her back. Erica, the second princess of Aquestra had been brainwashed by her father and she strongly detested her elder sister. Trying all means to get the throne and be the next queen she encounter other demons who were supposed to be their enemy. Will she succeed in becoming the queen. Chloe, the third princess of Aquestra love both of her sisters dearly. She was young and naive, never thinking about the throne but once she discovered the truth about her sister's sudden powers unleashing, she took a step she never thought she would. Join us on the journey as we discover more hidden truth and answer the question "who would be the next queen? "

Mengisahkan seorang gadis petakilan yang agresif dan selalu menjadi figuran dalam cerita orang orang. Suatu hari ia mengalami penculikan namun anehnya dia terbangun di tempat yang asing di atas rerumputan yang bisa bicara. Dunia baru yang ia pijak mengharuskan dia menyelesaikan misi, yaitu mencari pangeran untuk ia nikahi.

I should've never trusted him...

Ken is a smart runaway with a dark past, who after a near death experience finds himself waking up in another world. Chosen by Lilith-a mischievous spirit-he's thrown into "New Oasis", a world of high risks where 10,000 players duke it out for a single, ultimate wish. In a land teeming with bustling cities, treacherous mountains, and unyielding foes, Ken has but 5,000 coins, his wits, and the unreliable guidance of Lilith. The goal is to obtain eight legendary gems via twisted games and players who are far more cunning, Beyond that wish, Ken carries the weight of his crimes, unsure what began it all. With redemption, revenge, and freedom hanging in the balance, Ken risks everything in the New Oasis, where only the strongest-or smartest-will survive.

Killian is an omega in an alpha family. he wants to live life to the fullest as he learns what it is that being an omega intails. he is still in high school with his twin and best friend. he later meets his alpha. will he accept him or run away?

☔Lovè in the Shádows of Luxúry ☔ (Love...•••In•••...Trouble) ______________ PROLOGUE. DON'T COPY OR REPOST‼️ By; Naomi Cindy B. ★ Hazel Queens has always wanted to be an idol. Her main dream is to become a member of CADENCE, the most popular musical band in New York which she loves insanely, but what can a poor girl possibly do?? She's the daughter of Maria, a maid who works tirelessly just to earn stipends to take care of her. Hazel didn't even go to school, she's an illiterate who follows Maria around despite being 19. Fate made Maria secure a new job at Torrance estate, the biggest estate in Manhattan, owned by the Torrance family. The family is devastatingly rich, they peak at top 2 of the richest families in the country. Mother and daughter were allowed to stay at the servants annex of the estate. A week after they started work, the son of the house was announced to be coming home for a college break... Kenzie Torrance, the celebrity playboy who's popular for his fuckèry and even gets awards for each heart he breaks. Girls are his best food, and heartbreak is like his favorite game...he's so addicted to adding to his scores. Kenzie might look charming, but a beastly devil lurks inside him. He's a predator, a motherfûçker who doesn't deny it. What happens when Hazel sets eyes on the playboy and her life never remained the same? She noticed him, but she's barely visible to him. He's more concerned about the dirt on his designer shoes than her. What happens when his homecoming became the beginning of Hazel's problems? No hiding place for her. He stripped her bare till she couldn't take it anymore. Are you ready to ride with me and have fun while finding out the meaning of all these? Trust me, it's a book that'd keep you hooked till the damn end! A lovestory that'd leave you breathless. Don't you dare miss out

From Riches to Realms ------ Strange events had begun to unfold:missing children, vanishing women, and widowed husbands—all while bodies disappeared without a trace. But worst of all— whispers around of the dead walking among the living. They said dead men tell no tales—until you force them silent. ....... Marie Antoine Lisette, or Liz as she preferred, never thought her life would spiral from riches to rags. She thought her future was set: a husband on the way, with gold, silver, pearls, lands, mansions, manors, and accounts she could scarcely keep track of. She had it all. But one fateful day, everything changed. Her head spun, her legs buckled, and then—darkness enveloped her. When she finally awakened, a circle of concerned faces surrounded her (her body) —friends and family, all eager for her recovery. Yet something felt amiss. When the prince arrived, Liz gushed, blushed, and her lips pursed as she shyly batted it at the prince. (Liz: Ew...) (???: So, you do like the prince) (Liz: What prince? Who?) As Liz opened her eyes again, a spiders crept through the damp wall. Her luxurious clothes had vanished, replaced by rags, and her hair lay matted and dirty. "A prison cell," she thought. Her voice quivered on the brink of tears, "My luxurious life." (???: About the prince...) "What could he possibly have to complain about?” she snarked. "..." When your world unravels in the most bewildering ways, do you ignore it or seek the truth? And when those answers come, will you accept them, or will they shatter everything you believe? **Presenting Liz, the first novel of yours truly for fun.** Follow her on her journey—a thrilling quest where adventure and budding romance await amidst danger and mystery. ----‐---‐--‐------‐--------‐-‐--‐------------------------ Cover from: ChatGpt **and, a word, from the author. a bit of support is always welcome if I should continue this or not. Of course, I did this for fun but, a little motivation is nice and even reviews or a little well-intended criticism is good.***

Ever had a wish? A wish you know is impossible. A wish you would do anything to make come true. A wish you can never attain within the bounds of your existence...yet you can never stop yearning for the impossible. THEN GOOD FOR YOU! The Game of WORLD TAG will grant any desire of the victor no matter how impossible. A game that transcends the breaches of time and the mortal plain...Anything you can desire...you can hope...you can imagine...in the palm of your hand, you just need to win. Who wouldn't want that? What if you gave that chance to a defeated man who has lost himself to his own morals and seeks forgiveness, which he knows will never come. What happens? It jumpstarts a thrilling chase of vicious capture and protection. A story marred by twists. betrayals and risking one self to trust others-A luxury in this game where there is only one victor. A game of tag which is set on the stage of life and death. The Game which chooses the Cursed to compete for a single Blessing.

Born in a time of endless war, Ned Miller had no talent, no strength, and no prestigious lineage to rely on. In a world where the strongest warriors, skilled magicians, precise archers, and blessed priests lead the four remaining human nations, Ned was destined for a life of mediocrity — or so everyone believed. With beasts evolved beyond human comprehension constantly threatening their survival, Ned knew he couldn't follow the typical paths to power. Instead, he turned to the one resource overlooked by many: the market. Using his sharp mind, Ned delved into the world of trade, artifacts, and rare knowledge, seeking to master mana in its purest form and uncover secrets that could shift the balance of power. Follow Ned’s journey as he navigates a perilous game of manipulation, trade, and forbidden magic, trying to outwit both monsters and the elite. Will he become a new kind of hero in a world ruled by strength, or will his ambition lead him down a darker path?

Ann Eleanor Dahlia Alvador Justice's past is a blank slate. Her future is as uncertain as the harmattan fog that clouds the horizon. But vengeance is clear. Strength is necessary. Power is inevitable. To reclaim the title that was once hers, she must walk a path paved with secrets, blood, and betrayal. Her heart is hardened, her resolve unshakable — until fate binds her to a man with eyes as cold as the shadows they both seek to escape. "What if you are unable to pay?" he asked, amusement barely concealed in his voice. Her gaze didn’t falter. "Then I would pay back with my body and soul." Their fates tangle in a dance of desire and deceit, and with every buried secret that rises to the surface, she realizes one chilling truth: the past never stays buried. Old enemies return. New betrayals unfold. And as the echoes of her forgotten life threaten to consume her, she faces a choice — become the prey or embrace the predator within. This time, she won’t run. This time, she’ll reign.

“Congratulations, you have been hired as the personal assistant…” “Really!” Grace exclaimed even before Jace Brandon, the CEO of Brandon Corporations could finish his statement. The growing sparkle in Grace’s eyes did not escape the keen sight of Jace. “To my son,” he completed. “Yes, I’m very much delighted to take up the position of the personal assistant to … your what?!” Grace’s eyes almost popped out of their socket as she completed “son?” listlessly. “You heard me right,” Jace replied coldly as he stared at Grace. “Is that not the same as being employed as your child’s nanny?” Grace asked doubtfully. “If you want to put it that way, yes.” Jace replied nonchalantly. “In other words…” Grace began. “You are officially my son’s nanny, if you accept the offer,” Jace Brandon completed. “If there is nothing else, this interview is officially over.” ********* Grace Fowler, who had always dreamt of becoming a top designer in the biggest designing firm in the country was blacklisted for exposing sensitive company information due to a set up by the ones she trusted the most— her boyfriend and her kid sister. Shattered and battered, she set out for greener pastures in an unknown land and ended up being hired as a nanny to the son of Jace Brandon, the wealthiest billionaire in San Francisco. But the scariest thing was when her job description was gradually amended to not only taking care of the five year old autistic son of the CEO but the widowed CEO himself. What does the future hold for her when suddenly, everything around her begins to change and her past comes calling again with the sudden appearance of her boss’s late wife. Will Grace be able to let go of her past and embrace the joy of fighting for the heart of the man her heart yearns for, or settle for happiness in the arms of Trent, her boss’s cousin, who literally adores the ground Grace walks on?

If I make a wish, will I found my sun? This time I will never ever let you go again.

The story is about how an old man wanted to fly on an airplane all his life, but he still couldn't do it.

ai wrote these. I am bored.

After the tragic suicide of his older brother, Damon Allard, a privileged young heir, is consumed by grief and confusion. Raised in a world of opulence, Damon had always been shielded from the darker realities of life. But the loss of his brother—who had been a golden boy at a prestigious elite school—shatters that illusion. Determined to understand why his brother chose to end his life, Damon returns to the private academy his brother once attended, now a place shrouded in secrets and whispers. Behind the ivy-covered walls, Damon discovers a world of hidden rivalries, unspoken pressures, and dangerous games played by the ultra-wealthy. As he digs deeper into his brother’s life, Damon unearths shocking truths, including a web of manipulation, betrayal, and a scandal that could destroy the privileged school's carefully curated reputation. But the deeper Damon goes, the more he is consumed by a thirst for revenge. Convinced that his brother’s death was no accident, Damon will stop at nothing to expose the truth and take down those responsible—no matter the cost.

"เงินเก็บ 10 ล้านดอลลาร์ รายได้ต่อเดือน 25,000 ดอลลาร์ อดีตแรงค์อันดับ 7 ของเซิร์ฟเวอร์ อดีตนักกีฬาอีสปอร์ตตำแหน่งเอซที่พาทีมเข้ารอบ 4 ทีมสุดท้ายของลีกระดับนานาชาติเมื่อสิบปีก่อน ฉันจะสร้างทีมอีสปอร์ตแล้วเจียระไนพวกเธอให้ไประดับโลก อยากเป็นใช่มั้ยล่ะ นักกีฬาอีสปอร์ตน่ะ" หลาย ๆ คนอาจจะคิดว่าอีสปอร์ตก็แค่เกมไร้สาระ หลาย ๆ คนอาจจะคิดว่าเด็กที่เล่นเกมมันเป็นพวกเหลวไหลไร้อนาคต หลาย ๆ คนอาจจะคิดว่ามันไม่สามารถสร้างเงินได้ แต่..มันเป็นมากกว่าเกม มันสอนให้รู้จักอดทน มีน้ำใจ รู้แพ้ รู้ชนะ รู้อภัยไม่ต่างจากกีฬา และนี่คือการเดินทางของเด็กคนหนึ่งที่ไม่เคยทำอะไรเป็นชิ้นเป็นอันเลยสักอย่าง แต่ต้องการจะเป็นสุดยอดนักกีฬาอีสปอร์ตเพื่อนำเงินมาใช้หนี้ที่เป็นค่ารักษาแม่ของเขาหลังจากที่ประสบอุบัติเหตุจนเป็นอัมพาต ริคุ นาคาอิ ซึ่งโชคชะตาพาเขามาพบกับผู้เล่นระดับเทพโดยบังเอิญและได้เป็นอาจารย์ของเขาในเวลาต่อมา ซึ่งอาจารย์คนนั้นคืออดีตนักแข่งระดับตำนาน กรรณิการ์ "ฝ้าย" สุริยะ สาวชาวไทย และจะเป็นสุดยอดโค้ชที่มีค่าตัวสูงที่สุดในประวัติศาสตร์อีสปอร์ตในอนาคต

Software engineer Lila Vaughn at Starlink uncovers a mysterious alien signal embedded in the system, triggering a global chain reaction of volcanic eruptions, strange weather, and seismic activity. As tensions rise between the world’s superpowers, Lila discovers that the signal is linked to extraterrestrial technology—which Elon Musk has secretly used to advance his Mars colonization plans. But the tech’s true purpose is far more dangerous: it’s a weapon that could spark global war and destruction. Lila must decide whether to expose the truth or protect humanity from a devastating future. Signal from the Stars is a fast-paced, high-stakes thriller that explores the dark side of ambition, alien technology, and humanity's fate.

After a neverending breathless kiss, he let go of her lips. Looking at her with unusual passion in his usual cold eyes, he whispered. "I won't let anyone take you away. Not even death." Her lips were bitten into a swollen and red state. "You belong to me and only me." ... One year ago, in her drunken state, Xu Xinya made a mistake - a huge mistake of offending a tyrant - Lu Mingyu - the man whose name shuddered countless hearts. A year later, circumstances forced herself to agree to a compromise. As long as she was willing to be his mistress, her family would be spared of the huge debt. Things appeared so, he was their creditor and she was his debtor, nothing more; Xu Xinya was into this just for the sake of the family. But as their relationship grew she begins to doubt, were things really as they appeared to be? Did he allow her in just because of that debt...or was there some other terrifying truth that bound them together way before all of this started. "What was I to you?" She stared into his deep, cold eyes, for once not shying away from his intense gaze. Today, she must get this answer. "What were you to me?" He said absentmindedly. His deep abyss like eyes hazed for a second followed by a deep fascinating chuckled. "Do you dare to confront the truth?" There was clear warning in his tone. Like always, he tried his best to intimidate her and give up. Xu Xinya realized this and this only fueled her resolve. "Yes, I do!" She replied; her determination only becoming tougher at his warning. ... Warning: The genera is dark romance and the ML is portrayed somewhat a possessive freak. He mellows down later own. There will be sexual mature content and violence. So if it is not your cup of tea, steer away. ... Author Message. However, the ending would be happy, I assure you that. This author hates sad endings. Besides, there would be no Rape I assure you that. I despise rape and even though I would like to make my readers cry a bit, involving rape in the construct is taking it too far. In the end, do give this novel a try. You won't regret it.

-WARNING - ADULT AND MATURED SCENES WERE DEPICTED IN THIS BOOK In the game of love, these two players don't intend to win. *Dual POV:* *Richard Wellington's Story* Born with a weak heart, billionaire Richard Wellington has always shielded himself from love, fearing the risk of heartbreak. But when his parents insist he chooses a wife from a selection of 15 high-society candidates, Richard must confront his deepest fears. *Sofia Blake (Reed)'s Story* Fashion enthusiast Sofia Blake has been burned by love and believes it's a fool's game. Desperate to escape her cruel stepmother and evil stepsisters, Sofia accepts a job as Richard's personal assistant and judge for his wife search. But as she navigates the treacherous waters of high society, Sofia finds herself drawn to the one man she's supposed to resist. As Richard and Sofia work together, their initial disdain for each other slowly gives way to a forbidden attraction. But with their past heartaches and fears threatening to tear them apart, can they find a way to heal and open their hearts to each other? Will the Wellington Empire's legacy be secured, or will Richard and Sofia's love be the downfall of everything they hold dear?" What happens when these two individuals who hate each other and are unreceptive to love, starts growing feelings for each other?

Eighteen year old Momo never thought she'd be chosen to become a magical girl of all things. Until one fateful night she is tasked to find allies and defend Earth against a terrifying alien power. And as if that wasn't bad enough, her new alien contact tells her that the center of her special powers is located in the strongest part of her body... which is... her... behind?!