Temporary Alliance

After a millennium of strife between the Demonic Cult led by the Heavenly Demon, and the Righteous Faction led by the Heavenly Murim Alliance, something once thought impossible occurred. The newly appointed leader of the Demonic Cult, the Heavenly Demon, asked for peace. Now twenty years later, a generation of children on the Central Plains grew up only ever hearing of the bloody battles between the Demonic Cult and the Righteous Faction in scary bedtime stories told by their parents. .... Han Xiao Mo was known for being the good-for-nothing Third Young Master and son of the Heavenly Murim Alliance Leader. Nevertheless, he was content with living his life as carefree as he wanted regardless of what the outside world thinks of him, however, that all changed when his father and older brother suddenly informed him that he was going to get married. But what was worse for him was that his fiancée was the daughter of the Leader of the Demonic Cult, the Heavenly Murim Alliance's enemy! "So what if my marriage is for the greater good of the Central Plains? I still refuse!" Xiao Mo immediately refused to get married, even going on a hunger strike. But under his father and older brother's persistence, he suddenly agreed to the two's surprise. But, unbeknownst to the excited father and son, the youngest of the family was concocting a plot to avoid his marriage for good! However, in the midst of carrying out this grand plan, Xiao Mo stumbled upon an unexpected... bump? "Ah! What the... "This is... "You're actually a...!" ** #WSA 2025 Entry

After a bloody battle, Lionel barged into the restaurant with a "Closed" sign, alerting the owner, Margie. "Sir, we're closed!" Lionel was only seeking temporary refuge from his pursuers, but Margie was just ejecting him brutally. This baron had no alternative but to reveal his mesmerizing, menacing red eyes and fangs. Margie was captivated by the vampire's dark, handsome allure but also felt fear and tension. Summoning her courage, she uttered the first insult he had heard in a millennium: "What's so great about those fangs? You're just one vampire, aren't you?" Undoubtedly, this woman intrigued Lionel. But the reasons seemed to go beyond that. What's so special about this woman? Could a lost love be recovered? Will she heed reason, remain ordinary, and avoid the dangers coming one after another, or will she submit to his temptation and savor the sweetness of forbidden love?

Fuyu listens to a voice bringing her to a mysterious workplace, now she needs to decipher her coworkers truths to find out what brought her to the workplace in the first place.

Cane Ironheart, a gifted young blacksmith with a hidden talent for elemental metallurgy, sets sail across war-torn seas, only to survive a devastating pirate attack that changes the course of his life. Cast adrift and later captured by slavers, he uses his knowledge to save a dying mermaid, forging a magical artifact in the dark hold of a ship. This act of compassion sparks a bond with the mermaid, Neri, and earns him the protection of Rhiati, a mysterious Corsair captain. After a daring escape, Cane is sent to the prestigious Magi Academy with a letter of recommendation that opens doors typically closed to commoners. There, he finds himself placed in an elite class, befriending a talented cook named Sofie, encountering strange mentors like the eccentric Nos, and clashing with entitled peers like Fergis. As he navigates this new world of magic and politics, Cane begins forging a secret identity and rebuilding a long-forgotten forge outside the city. But not all is as it seems—his affinity with water magic and merfolk suggests a deeper heritage, while an ancient mask design found in the Academy’s hidden archives may hold the key to both power and anonymity. With allies forming and secrets surfacing, Cane must uncover the truth of his origins while staying ahead of those who would use him—or silence him.

*Who would have thought a precious, legitimate princess was forced to secretly marry a predator in the middle of the night when the silver moon shone brightly in the middle of the starry sky? Warning: Epic fantasy ROMANCE+++ __ The night the prince arrived to claim her, Reneira braced herself for the inevitable circumstances. However, nothing could have prepared her for the truth that this wasn’t just a marriage. She was just a pawn to win yet another war, a cord to fasten an alliance. Her new husband was a sweet torment, an immortal, god-like bully disguised in an impossibly beautiful human form with no rival. His every gaze felt like a punishment, and his sinful aura tempted her in ways she never expected. This god of lust refused to touch her or accept her as his true wife. Believing that her dignity was lost forever, she resigned herself to her fate, hoping to make a home in the hell she’d been thrown into. But fate, as it often did play, had other plans. ~*~ “Don’t even think about seducing me by licking your lips like that, doe-eye!” He breathed in her ear as he joined her in bed, shirtless, his muscular abdomen rippling with each movement. “I… I’m not doing it on purpose!” she stammered, her breath catching in her chest when he wrapped his arm around her waist and pulled her body against him. His mouth hovered near her temple, his lips grazing her ear shell. “I’m going to make you forget what happened today. My body is yours as compensation, wife.” ~*~ Reward plan: *1_ Adding the story to your library, inviting others to be top ten collection ranking: Two extra chapters on Fridays (aside from the daily 2 chaps.) *2_ 100 power stones daily: Two extra chaps on Sundays *3_ 50 Golden Tickets weekly: 3 chapters mass release, aside from other releases. *4_ Privilege purchase and Magic castle gifts: 15 chaps mass release monthly Tags: Romance, Fantasy, Epic, The Devil's Son, The Prince of Hell, the lord of Shadow, Cover art temporary.

At the outset, the Marquis of Yan, Wei Shao's advisor, earnestly persuaded him to marry a daughter of the Qiao family:​ "The Qiao family has held a position in Dongjun for three generations. Although their influence has waned, they have established deep-rooted goodwill, much like a centipede that, even in death, does not become rigid. You, my lord, possess the vigor of a dragon and the stride of a tiger, with the ability to assess situations astutely. Now that the Qiao family seeks alliance with you, why not take their daughter in marriage and make use of this opportunity?"

In the wake of an unspeakable tragedy, Kim Young-Sik's world is shattered, and his once-crafted plans into chaos. With the unexpected arrival of Hong Jin-Ri, a young lady who serves as a bright light in his darkness, the prince must navigate treacherous political waters and deadly palace intrigues. As their fragile alliance is tested, can they overcome betrayal and deceit to safeguard the future of Chiongsun? A tale of sacrifice, friendship, and redemption awaits in this gripping story of love, power, and courage.

Gu Xiaoer had only rented a temporary boyfriend, but she ended up with a bonus clingy CEO. He was a young and promising elite who clung to her alone, transforming into a devoted wife-favoring fiend. "Honey, I want to eat shrimp dumplings." The next moment, the tastiest shrimp dumplings from Country C were fed to her lips. "Honey, you aren't as romantic as others," she complained. Immediately after, candlelight, fireworks, yacht trips, and seventy-two other romantic gestures—she experienced them all one after the other…

In a fractured world where superpowers ignite at the edge of death, Elias Varn is no caped crusader—he’s a janitor crippled by fear, accidentally turning ordinary people into temporary heroes with a pulse he can’t control. Dubbed "The Beacon" after a hospital collapse sparks a movement, Elias wants nothing more than to fade into obscurity. But his power, tied to his terror, draws desperate survivors, ruthless Ascended, and a shadowy scientist hunting the secret in his blood. As a cryptic voice whispers of a cosmic reckoning, Elias must unravel what it means to be a hero—not by fighting the darkness, but by lighting the way for others, even if it burns him out. Blending gritty superhero action with psychological depth, this epic saga of courage and chaos promises a thousand chapters of twists, tears, and triumphs.

Evelyn Royce thought her life as Luna of the Moonfire Pack was perfect—until betrayal shattered her world. Framed for treason by the scheming Celeste, abandoned by her husband Victor, and forced to fake her death, Evelyn vanishes with two secrets: her unborn twins and her royal lineage. Years later, Evelyn returns, not as the broken Luna but as a powerful heiress with a plan for revenge. With her children hidden and alliances forged in secrecy, Evelyn navigates a tangled web of lies, betrayal, and unspoken love. As war looms and long-buried truths come to light, Evelyn must decide whether to forgive or destroy the man who betrayed her, reclaim her throne, and secure her family’s future. But in a world where memories can be altered, alliances shift like the wind, and enemies lurk in every shadow, will Evelyn rise as a queen—or fall as a pawn?

The era of mutations and survival! Can Jeremy Night become the hope of the Human Alliance?

Heuk Cheon was once known as the Demon Lord of the martial arts world. A merciless sect master feared by fighters from around the world. After his loss in the Great War, the Murim Alliance pardoned his life with a shocking condition. He has to establish and operate an orphanage for the children that was left without parents due to the war. He caused the downfall of his sect and robbed of his past legacy, Heuk Cheon hesitantly accepts his role as a caretaker. He soon learns that taking care of a bunch of children is going to be more difficult than a life and death duel. Everyday is a trial for the ex-demon lord.

--- Six fractured kingdoms, long divided by war and distrust, now face a force beyond anything mankind has ever known—an ancient enemy that seeks nothing less than total annihilation. With no choice but to unite, the kingdoms form a reluctant alliance, forcing even sworn enemies to stand side by side. Leading the charge are distinguished representatives, each burdened by the weight of their people’s survival. But as old grudges clash with newfound alliances, the question remains—can humanity survive not just the war ahead, but the battles within? The enemy has waged war for centuries, and they will not stop now. The fate of mankind rests on an uneasy truce, one that could shatter at the worst possible moment… ---

Cydal was born from the Vessel of Darkness, a devil trapped between the world of the living and the dead. Cursed to be nothing more than his future vessel, Cydal's body was meant to mature and host Darkness's return to conquer Earth. But Darkness wasn't patient enough to wait. To feed his boredom, he created a twisted VR survival game, where the most desperate souls are given quests to kill each other for a wish. Yet, while others played for survival, Cydal entered the game for one reason — to hunt down his creator and kill the devil that made him. In a world where death is entertainment and survival is temporary, can a cursed child defy fate and escape the hands of darkness?

The vastness of space had always filled Dr. Orion Vance with wonder, but today, apprehension tainted that awe. Standing at the observation deck of the Astralis, he gazed at the swirling nebulae beyond. The ship, one of the most advanced research vessels of the United Earth Alliance, had been his home for five years, but nothing in its extensive database could explain the anomaly before them.

Tried of his life, Ye Bai decided to kill himself. Though, his scheme didn’t go as he would like. At the moment right before his death, a monotonic voice suddenly appeared in his head. It congratulated him on being its host. When Ye Bai woke up, he found out that he was not dead! Furthermore, a person that looked similar to him gave him a piece of paper. On that piece of paper, it claimed that he had gained a temporary ability. Of which, he doesn’t even know what that ability is! Though... He's been seeing some strange things...

In the emptiness of her everyday life, Ying yue finds herself drifting through each day, unable to shake the fatigue and dissatisfaction that seem to define her existence. To escape her void, she follows jian xian, a celebrity-a figure who offers a temporary reprieve from her own struggles. What she doesn't realize is that the celebrity she admires is also trapped in a life he didn't choose. Raised in a wealthy yet toxic household, he was thrust into the limelight after an accident derailed his mother's dream of stardom. Forced to live out a legacy that isn't his own, he, too, is searching for a reason to keep going. As their paths unknowingly converge, both will confront the painful truth that finding purpose doesn't come from fame or admiration, but from understanding who they are beneath the surface.

(Trigger warning: Harsh Language, Abuse, Slavery, Excessive Violence, Injustice) The Celestial is a symbol of the divine, a pillar which stretches high into the heavens. It is worshipped for the blessings it brought upon the world; extraordinary power, revolutionary tools, and beings beyond understanding. Bearing its power will not only change your fate, but the fate of the world. Grelt has existed within a struggle for power for over a century. A war between Angels and Demons ravaged the land, but only ended with the alliance between the angels, the hybrids, and the non-unified. The non-unified race did not receive the divine gifts of the celestial, they were not worthy. As beings who were second to the blessing of the Celestial, they have no choice but to bow before the hybrids and angels. It has been a week since the execution of Jacks parents, and he has taken their place as a miner in the small non-unified town of Logos. He is beginning to feel the despair living the rest of his life under the hybrid alliance, and seeks to change the world he was born into.

WARNING: R18!!! Kirandel Astin Radley/Kirstin Radley, or just simply Kira, received another contract. Not an assassination, not a rescue, not planting bombs, and not stealing. She had never done this final contract before. Not even her sharp tongue was needed. Her contract was all about Brianna Jenkin. A gentle and kind girl. A filial daughter and a living saint, as most people believed her to be. Everything Kira wasn't. The only thing they had in common was their uncanny resemblance that could pass as identical twins. And Kira's contract was to be the living saint until Brianna woke up from her coma. And she'd get her billion deposit after the successful wedding with Dominick McIntyre. One of the hottest and wealthiest men alive on the continent. Now... why would she run away from her billions and the upcoming fucks? Might as well enjoy her temporary fairytale. ------- AN: Be ware of vulgarity, sexiness and sensitive cases.

Revenge is a dish best served cold, with dollop of whipped suffering and a sauce of acute humiliation. Karma would do anything to exact revenge on the one who was responsible for her mother's death, her father's disdain and distrust, and a miserable life. She was manipulated, maltreated, and humiliated by the one she trusted the most. Her stepsister!! Discovering she had only three days left to live, Karma would go to any length to exact revenge. Even offering herself to the scary and powerful demon overlord. A contract. Blood oath. Manipulation. Betrayal. And lots and lots of revenge.

Orion Terra, the grandson of the patriarch of the Star Alliance, is one of the most powerful forces in the universe, bringing together five families who are members of the alliance. Orion family's specialty was gravity, but Orion is an anomaly born with the power of shadows. It is known that anomalies are strong and strange. Watch Orion climb the ranks and meet other anomaly friends like himself to reach the peak Author's Note : Hello There, this is my first novel support me if you like it (English is not my native language so please excuse any spelling mistakes.)

Theodore is a man who has never held a job in his life and has a reputation for failure. He is tired of being fired, but never of his incompetence! With one last hope, he accepts his uncle's call and begins working at the Count's estranged estate. His mission: To be assistant to the young master Lemi. Theodore has a secret - he can feel different emotions in those he touches. Anger, fear, happiness... Everything is reflected in him. Until he touches Lemi. He can't even get a single tenner from the young master. At first she thinks this is a temporary situation, but eventually she discovers the dark truth behind it. Without realizing it, he has uncovered a secret that has been buried in the mansion for years. But are some secrets kept for a reason?

In a world where divine power dictates fate, strength alone is not enough to survive. The strong rule, the weak are discarded, and trust is a fool’s gamble. Xenos learned this the hard way. Betrayed by those closest to him, he abandoned all faith in people, choosing to rely only on his intelligence and power. To trust is to be controlled, and Xenos refuses to be anyone’s pawn. Unlike the Diviners—who are born with innate abilities that tie them to the heavens—Xenos views power differently. He does not submit to fate; he bends it to his will. Every alliance he forms is temporary, every step he takes is calculated, and every enemy he makes is just another obstacle to be removed. Yet beneath his cold, ruthless exterior, a question lingers. What is his purpose? What does he truly seek? He moves forward not just to survive, but to find a goal worth chasing in a world that has given him nothing. As gods watch from above and powerful forces conspire in the shadows, Xenos walks a path of his own making—one of manipulation, defiance, and absolute control. But in a world where power is everything, will he ever find the answer he seeks? A tale of betrayal, strategy, and a relentless search for purpose. In a world without trust, can Xenos find something worth believing in?

In a world of treacherous cliffs and forgotten magic, Laura, an eighteen-year-old witch with a knack for explosive chaos, crosses paths with Figarland, a rugged rogue wielding a sword that hums with otherworldly secrets. When a plundered vault sparks their rivalry, a mercenary-filled ravine forces them into an uneasy alliance. Trading magic spells for stealth, the duo carves a path through danger, striking a pact that promises riches, revelry, and maybe a hint of something bigger. As rain washes the Crimson Vale clean, their journey begins—a wild clash of wit, magic, and mystery, where vaults are just the start.

Luna Hartwell dies broken— framed for her parents’ murder, betrayed by her fiancé Kael Voss, and left penniless. Then she wakes up 24 hours before her downfall with one mission: destroy the Hartwells who stole her life. But Kael isn’t just her enemy. He’s reborn too, offering a twisted alliance: use him to burn her family to ash… or watch him expose her darkest secret. Their passion is explosive, their trust nonexistent. As Luna manipulates Kael into her web of lies, she uncovers a truth more dangerous than revenge: Kael’s love might be her undoing. From Manhattan penthouses to corporate boardrooms, this is a game of smoke and mirrors where every kiss is a weapon, every secret a bullet, and the only rule is—trust no one. Will she rise like a phoenix… or burn them all to ash?

Originally an ordinary person, I accidentally traveled to an otherworld full of magic and sorcery. In this world, sorcerers are the supreme existence, mastering great power and knowledge. And through hard study and practice, I gradually mastered the essence of sorcery and rose to prominence in the Sorcerer's Alliance.

How do you move forward when the one person you love is gone? Caelan thought his life was over—until he woke up in another world, one eerily familiar from his late wife’s favorite game series. But this isn’t a dream or an afterlife. He’s trapped in the body of Leopold, a notorious antagonist, and there’s just one problem: Leopold is still here, and he has no intention of giving up control. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Caelan and Leopold navigate a world of shifting alliances, deadly secrets, and unseen threats lurking in the shadows. But as Caelan struggles to adapt, he realizes that he might not be as special as he believed. If he wants to survive, he’ll have to rewrite the story’s ending—before someone else does it for him.

A street orphan, abandoned in the slums, learns that survival is a game of power. From a petty thief to a crime lord, from the shadows to the throne, he builds an empire of influence. The story follows his rise through the criminal underworld, corporate takeovers, and global conspiracies, where every alliance is temporary, and every victory comes with a cost. As he manipulates politicians, financiers, and warlords, the protagonist learns that true power isn’t about money or muscle—it’s about controlling the people who hold it. But when he finally reaches the top, he realizes that there’s always a bigger game being played. The real question is: Who is truly in control?

The Ascension Forge system revolves around seizing fragments of Primal Dominion, the raw forces of the universe that exist in the cracks of reality. These fragments are pieces of a once-whole Primordial Will, shattered during a long-forgotten cosmic war. By mastering these fragments, individuals can rise far beyond the mortal plane. The catch? Power isn’t handed out freely—you must earn your strength through Trials of Dominion, which are dangerous but not always fatal. Success means incredible power; failure means pain, setbacks, or temporary chaos, but not irrecoverable ruin.

She has no time for relationships—at least, that's what she tells herself. Swim captain, world champion, all-around aquatics golden boy, Shadrach Malcolm thrives on discipline. It's how he wins gold medals and breaks records: complete focus, with every stroke. On the surface, Shadrach and Pearl have nothing in common. Until a well-guarded secret slips out, and everything changes. So they start an arrangement. And as the pressure leading to the Olympics heats up, so does their relationship. It was supposed to be just a temporary, mutually satisfying fling. But when staying away from Shadrach becomes impossible, Pearl realizes that her heart might be treading into dangerous water...