Betty Noir

La famille Miller avait dans ses rangs une fauteuse de troubles. Son nom était Amelia Miller. Sa mère était morte en couches lorsqu'elle est née. Sa belle-mère est tombée d'un escalier alors qu'elle était enceinte et est morte. Le père d'Amelia la punissait en la faisant mettre face au mur dans le grenier. Le grenier était sombre et humide, sans la moindre lumière du soleil. Personne ne lui apportait à manger, et Amelia pensait qu'elle pourrait bien y mourir. Peu avant sa mort, elle composa un numéro que sa mère lui avait donné avant de passer. Après avoir raccroché, des bruits de grondement résonnèrent autour d'elle. La résidence de la famille Miller était encerclée par un groupe de gardes du corps habillés en noir. Huit hommes sortirent de leurs voitures, chacun dégageant une aura différente. Ils se dirigèrent directement vers le grenier. L'homme qui les menait mit un genou à terre et tint Amelia, inconsciente, dans ses bras. Il avait une expression solennelle sur le visage. « La famille Miller doit faire faillite. » Après avoir dormi toute la nuit, Amelia se réveilla pour découvrir que son père avait fait faillite. Les membres de sa famille étaient tous sans-abri. Pendant ce temps, elle... Elle avait huit oncles et un grand-père aimant qui l'adoraient profondément. Le père d'Amelia regrettait ce qu'il avait fait, et il refusait d'accepter son destin. Et alors si Amelia menait maintenant une bonne vie ? Elle restait la fauteuse de troubles qui avait causé la mort de sa mère et la faillite de son père ! Il ignorait qu'après le retour d'Amelia chez son oncle, leur chance ne semblait que s'améliorer. Même sa grand-mère clouée au lit pouvait désormais sortir de son lit et danser sur la place ! Enfin, un homme à l'allure divine prétendit être son père. Il la dorlotait au point que le monde entier l'enviait.

``` (Contenu Mature) Fuyant le mariage qu'elle redoutait avec le Prince Héritier, Aed Ruad, la Princesse Anastasia est devenue la captive de l'homme le plus dangereux de Lore, le Prince Ileus. Elle connaît un secret qu'elle veut échanger avec lui mais le prix est élevé. Et Ileus… il la veut elle et quelque chose de plus. Plongez dans le monde sombre et mystérieux d'Anastasia et Ileus alors qu'ils luttent contre la tentation, le pouvoir, la cupidité et une attraction enivrante. Anastasia parviendra-t-elle à se libérer de lui ? Ileus atteindra-t-il son but ? Rejoignez-les pour le ressentir ! D'autres romans de cette série comprennent : Aveux Sauvages : Adrianna et l'Alpha (Terminé) Le Prince Alpha de la Croissant d'Argent (Terminé) La couverture m'appartient. Elle est commissionnée. Artiste de la couverture : Micehellwd ```

Dès que Luo Yan a obtenu son diplôme, il a immédiatement reçu une offre d'une prestigieuse entreprise de jeux vidéo. Il pensait que tout son dur travail avait enfin payé. Et il allait enfin atteindre le sommet de la vie. Mais alors, lors de son premier jour de travail, un pot de fleurs est tombé sur sa tête et il est mort. Étonnamment, alors qu'il pensait qu'il traverserait la Rivière Jaune, il s'est soudain réveillé et s'est retrouvé dans le corps d'un garçon de 17 ans. Ce corps portait le même nom que lui mais avait un passé complètement différent. Car l'original était le deuxième jeune maître de la famille Luo - l'une des familles les plus puissantes de Ville S. Luo Yan avait presque envie de pleurer. Dieu a probablement eu pitié de lui et a décidé de lui donner une famille aimante avec un milieu aisé. Il n'avait plus à travailler dur. Étudier comme si sa vie en dépendait et faire semblant d'être un père saint juste pour plaire aux gens. Alors Luo Yan a décidé d'être un poisson salé et de vendre du meng sans vergogne. Un certain dieu masculin qui achetait toujours le meng de Luo Yan : Yan Yan est si mignon ! Pourquoi Yan Yan est-il si mignon ?? Froid en apparence, un petit pain à la cannelle à l'intérieur Gong X Super beau, Shou à ventre noir.

Dans un monde ou la magie est strictement contrôlée par les nobles lignées. on suit l'histoire de Kaï un apprenti mage qui mène un vie simple avec son maitre bienveillant mais un jour lorsque son maitre était partit faire les courses il allât dans le sous sol est pour la première fois il remarqua un boite assez grande dans le fond de la pièce il l'ouvris et il est tombé face à face avec un grimoire et une épée le grimoire s'intitule "L'Héritage Du Mage Noir"

Sometimes the broken places are where the light gets in. In a world where weakness is a deadly sin. Kensu Hashimaru a young hunter who is haunted by this sin. Shunned by his peers and is labeled as the weakest hunter in Orion Corporation as being the only mortal hunter. Kensu is desperate to prove himself. But when a mysterious client known only as "Noir" emerges with a twisted mission, He gets his chance but at what cost? Kensu is forced to confront the darkest corners of him self. As he delves deeper into the heart of madness, Kensu must confront the ultimate terror: that his own weakness may be the very thing that destroys him.

Xue Xi est contrainte de tomber amoureuse au premier regard de cet homme dangereux lors de leur première rencontre. La mort étant la seule autre option, elle fait le premier pas : « Je suis riche et je sais me battre. » « Sois mon petit ami et je te protégerai. » Dès lors, la nouvelle que la fille aînée de la famille Xue et première étudiante entretenait un gigolo commence lentement à se répandre. Hélas, c'est quelqu'un qui protège férocement les personnes qu'elle considère comme siennes, jusqu'à ce jour fatidique—protégeant l'homme derrière elle des voyous présumés, elle proclame froidement : « Mon petit ami est timide, donc si vous avez un problème, venez plutôt à moi. » Les voyous frissonnent de peur en regardant vers un certain grand patron qui est protégé. Ainsi, le fameux « Yama Noir » a en fait ce genre de passe-temps ?

Hidden Desires: Family Secrets (MOVED TO A NEW LINK) https://www.webnovel.com/book/hidden-desires---family-secrets_31411103900381505 Ntr Yes！ R18 Yes！ Justin and his wife Betty seemed to embody the perfect life, yet beneath their polished exterior, dark secrets loomed that threatened everything they cherished. While Justin was deeply engaged in the fight against social injustice, Betty was consumed by loneliness and neglect, leading her into a forbidden affair with a mysterious stranger. As Justin's relentless investigation neared the core of the truth, he faced not only significant risks to his career but also the ultimate betrayal within his marriage. Driven by his quest for the truth, Justin unraveled one mystery after another, each clue drawing him deeper into Betty's secretive world, until he uncovered a devastating truth that could destroy them both...

Support your author For donation: https://ko-fi.com/elmielos ---------------------------- "Hi, yes you aren't dreaming, it's the chubby Kelly," I say inwardly as I see the unhappy face expression of Jason who is disheartened. The guests laugh at us. They call our couple all sort of names. "The prince charming and the pancakes' eater Kelly" is one I can sadly remember." "I, Jason Bentley of the South pack, reject you Kelly Thompson as my mate and the Luna Queen," he declared fiercely. *** Kelly Thompson, an eighteen-year-old curvaceous and wolfless she-wolf, has been quietly admiring Jason Bentley, the heir apparent to the throne of the dominant South pack, for a number of years. Unfortunately for Kelly, she doesn't get the same attention in return from Alpha heir Jason, as the handsome daughter of his old father's Gammas, Betty Nord, is already the love of the pack's future Alpha. But, the plump Kelly has an advantage over the skinny Betty because of a strong vow made by Jason's father, the Alpha King Don Bentley, that his son will marry the daughter of his Betas who gave their lives two years ago in a fight against the North pack's fiercest adversaries in order to preserve the life of the Alpha heir. But clearly, nothing goes as smoothly as Kelly imagines.

Four months ago, I made a significant investment of $109,000 on a trading platform called ProCapital. The platform appeared professional, the support team was responsive, and I could monitor my profits, which were steadily growing. I felt confident I had made a smart decision and even started envisioning the financial freedom this investment would bring. However, when I attempted to withdraw my earnings, everything changed. I was suddenly locked out of my account, with no explanation. I tried reaching out to the platform multiple times but received no response. It became painfully clear that I had been scammed. ProCapital had disappeared without a trace, taking my entire investment with them. The emotional impact of this realization was devastating. It wasn’t just the financial loss it was the betrayal of trust and the feeling of helplessness. I didn’t know where to turn for help but was determined to take action. After extensive research online, I came across a company called Digital Tech Guard Recovery.  contact with  WhatsApp: +1 (443) 859 - 2886 Email @ digitaltechguard.com  Telegram: digitaltechguardrecovery.com   website link :: https : // digitaltechguard.com  They claimed to specialize in recovering funds from crypto scams and had testimonials from people who had successfully recovered their investments. I was skeptical at first. Having already been deceived, I was cautious about trusting anyone again. However, Digital Tech Guard Recovery’s professional and transparent approach gave me a glimmer of hope. I decided to contact them, and from the very first interaction, their team reassured me. They explained the recovery process in detail, addressing all my concerns and providing a realistic timeline for results.To my amazement, within just three working days, Digital Tech Guard Recovery successfully helped me recover my Bitcoin and the funds I had lost. The process was seamless, and their team kept me informed every step of the way. Their expertise and dedication were evident, and it felt like a massive weight had been lifted off my shoulders.Since then, I’ve shared my experience with friends who had also fallen victim to scams, and they too have successfully recovered their funds with Digital Tech Guard Recovery’s help. If you’ve been scammed and feel like there’s no hope, I strongly recommend reaching out to them. They are a credible, professional team that can turn your situation around. Recovery is possible, and you don’t have to face this alone. Stay vigilant, but know that help is available. 

Dua orang sahabat yang sudah saling mengenal sejak kecil, tanpa sadar tumbuh dalam ketegangan antara perasaan yang tidak terungkap. Meskipun keduanya saling peduli, mereka lebih memilih untuk menyembunyikan perasaan tersebut demi menjaga persahabatan mereka. Namun, saat salah satu dari mereka memutuskan untuk pergi, perasaan cinta yang telah lama terpendam mulai meledak dan mengubah segala sesuatu. Ketegangan antara apa yang seharusnya dan apa yang sebenarnya ada di hati mereka menciptakan kisah yang penuh dengan perasaan yang tak terucapkan.

Zara, cewek yang udah muak banget dengan kencan buta, akhirnya memutuskan untuk coba lagi. Tapi, kencan kali ini beda banget. Bukannya ketemu cowok keren dan romantis, dia malah bertemu Dylan—cowok santai yang lebih suka ngomongin kopi daripada tentang hubungan serius. Tapi entah kenapa, ada sesuatu yang bikin Zara makin penasaran. Sifat Dylan yang chill dan misterius bikin dia bingung, apalagi sikapnya yang kadang datar banget. Tapi, siapa sangka, pertemuan mereka yang canggung malah bikin cerita jadi seru banget! Akan seperti apa hubungan mereka yang penuh tawa, salah paham, dan pastinya, drama? Apakah akhirnya Zara bakal jatuh cinta atau malah ketawa terus sepanjang waktu?

"Qui t'a touchée ?" demanda-t-il, ses yeux fixant les siens et quand elle ne répondit pas, sa voix tonna dans la pièce, "QUI ?" Le majordome qui se tenait près du mur parla d'une voix tremblante, "Monsieur, c'était Monsieur Reverale," le visage de Damien s'assombrit, sa mâchoire se contractant de colère, il tourna son visage vers le majordome qui était derrière lui. "Amenez l'homme ici." "M-maintenant ?" bégaya le majordome. C'était l'heure de la nuit. Damien, qui n'avait pas rompu son contact visuel avec la fille devant lui, posa sa main contre le mur qui reposait maintenant à côté de la tête de sa belle fille. Tournant son corps, il regarda d'abord son majordome qui avait la tête baissée. Avec beaucoup de courage, le majordome vint croiser le regard de son Maître, "Est-ce que tu as un autre moment pour cela? Ou devrait-on attendre que j'aie envie de t'étrangler?" demanda calmement Damien en inclinant la tête. Pas une seconde plus tard, le majordome sortit de la pièce pour revenir avec Monsieur Reverale après vingt minutes. "Damien, avons-nous une fête du thé tardive ?" Monsieur Reverale vint saluer mais le maître de la maison avait d'autres plans. Apercevant le couteau qui était planté dans la pomme sur la table, il le saisit pour le retirer. Au moment où Monsieur Reverale tendit la main pour lui serrer la main, Damien prit sa main pour la poser sur la table. En un mouvement rapide comme s'il coupait des oignons, il trancha les quatre doigts de l'homme de sa main, le faisant crier et pleurer de douleur. "Personne ne touche ce qui est à moi. Je suis sûr que cela te rappellera la prochaine fois que tu penseras même à la toucher," soupira Damien comme s'il en avait marre de dire aux gens de garder leurs mains sales loin de ses affaires. Rencontrez Damien Quinn, un vampire de pur sang qui est un narcissique complet, brut avec ses mots et avare même s'il est riche qui a marchandé quand il a acheté un esclave sur le marché noir. D'un autre côté, rencontrez Pénélope qui croit qu'elle est une 'invitée' pour quelques jours chez les Quinn car elle a l'intention de s'échapper de l'étrange vampire qui a besoin d'une thérapie. ~ Discord: https://discord.gg/K63uVqN

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[Ding! You have killed the Great Outer God, Azathoth.] [Ding! Do you want to resurrect the dead Outer God and turn him into your puppet?] … After being killed by a ‘stray’ bullet, James wakes up only to find himself reincarnated as a young man with incomplete memories, ‘abandoned’ in a cave with his little sister, Minji. He soon discovers he’s in a world that combines the elements of Beast Master, Eastern Fantasy, and Magical Realism. In this new fantasy realm where the strong are respected and the weak are trampled, James awakens an OP system that can upgrade his rank as long as he has money. Thus, James is determined to become a successful businessman once more, since he also recognizes the potential of leveraging the system’s functions to amass wealth. [Ding! Do you want to refine your pet’s Evolution Pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the breakthrough Martial God pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the Heavenly Dragon Sword?] …. Later, James also discovers that the ‘earth’ has evolved after dungeons started to appear and towers that rose from the ground, where these connect the earth and the world where James is currently in through space teleportation. Upon returning to ‘earth’ to check the situation there, he finds out that his death wasn’t caused by a ‘stray’ bullet but rather was orchestrated by someone James trusts the most. Follow James on his journey, where he takes revenge on his killer in his first life, and uncovers the mystery of ‘why was he reincarnated into this world and why his family in this life abandoned him and Minji’ while pursuing his new goal of becoming the strongest. ----------------------------------------------------- [WPC August Entry] ALL SUPPORT is appreciated. Don’t hesitate to add it to your library and give Power Stone!!

A noir story, to discover who took the life of his wife, but it seems the noir knows who it is all along.

She wakes up to a ceiling. The smell of earth and wood, the sounds of nature, and the comfort of a bed. And to a color she had never seen before. Not to nothing... She isn't supposed to be alive. "What..." (This novel is very confused on whether it is a fantasy, or a sci-fi... But it sure does love film noir and it's sub genres.) ♤

Set against the luxurious backdrop of Beverly Hills, USA, this captivating story follows Raye as she unravels deep family secrets while grappling with her identity. The Infinite Dexter Pack, a werewolf community living in constant fear under the oppressive reign of Alster, the Alpha's entitled nephew, casts a shadow over her life. Seeking answers, Raye travels to Edinburgh to investigate her mysterious Aunt Betty. There, she meets Damien, a charming and enigmatic ally who becomes her first love. Their connection grows, and Damien agrees to accompany Raye back to Beverly Hills to uncover the sinister truths haunting her pack and family. The story takes an unexpected turn when Raye discovers her true nature as a werewolf and learns the shocking truth about her late mother, Bea. Contrary to her initial beliefs, May was not responsible for Bea’s death. Instead, May’s marriage to Edwards was a sacrifice to stay close to Raye and protect her from the dangers lurking in the shadows. This novel, blending elements of paranormal romance, mystery, and drama, explores themes of love, betrayal, and the resilience of the human (and werewolf) spirit.

Aurelia, a land divided into five empires—Carthage, Sunaria, Winteris, Skotos, and Verdantia—is oppressed with tension and history. Once ravaged by wolves, the land endured a devastating conflict known as the Great War, resulting in the defeat of the wolf threat and a fragile peace. In the aftermath, the five empires were established, each with its own sovereign ruler. The laws were overseen by the Council, ensuring the establishment and preservation of unity. However, lingering fear and superstition cloaked the land, particularly regarding Erythro – a Greek word meaning RED. The color that associated with curses and dark magic. According to an ancient prophecy, the appearance of a red-hooded girl heralds impending catastrophe and the rise of the Wolf King, the sworn enemy of humanity. This belief has instilled paranoia and mistrust among the people of the land, leading to the execution of individuals suspected of witchcraft. In Carthage, one of the empires, resides a girl adorned in a crimson robe—a figure of intrigue and suspicion. As rumors spread of her alleged connection to the Wolf King, the inhabitants of Carthage view her with suspicion and fear. Is she truly a witch conspiring with their enemies, or is she merely a pawn in a larger, more sinister game? The mystery surrounding the red-cloaked girl deepens as the empire wrestles with questions of power, loyalty, and the true nature of evil.

The Truth shines down on all things, so all things are contained within the Truth. Whether the past is hidden, the present is clear, or the future is uncertain, it cannot escape the eyes of Truth. Noir, an ordinary person reincarnated in another world, discovered that he had a system that forced him to build a business. And to be able to survive peacefully in a world filled with demons, gods and powerful being, Noir has no other choice.

Dans un monde où magie et nature dépérissent sous les assauts des machines humaines, Lyria, princesse des elfes, se voit contrainte de sceller une alliance interdite avec Kaelen, un prince vampire. Entre rage et sacrifice, leur union improbable pourrait être le dernier espoir de leurs peuples — ou précipiter leur extinction. Traversant ruines et prophéties sombres, Lyria doit décider jusqu’où elle est prête à aller pour sauver ce qui reste de son monde. Insta: elizeabolt_wattpad pour des scènes imagées de la Webnovel.

“Anna is mine” Theo barked, “get out of her life for good”. He was staring directly at my boobs, what a man! And did he say Anna is mine? If only he knows how much of his dirty secret I have found out already? I can’t believe I dated a monster. “I don’t belong to you, you are crazy” I yelled. The anger Welled up in my throat forcing me to tighten my grip around Hassan’s wrist. “She’s not even capable of loving anyone else asides me” Theo continued lashing at Hassan totally ignoring me. “Well she loves me” Hassan smirked in his usual composed manner. “Get out of my house Theo , right now!” I said pointing towards the door. “You heard her right, now leave , don’t force me to throw you out” Hassan whispered in a mocking tone. After several years of breaking up, Anna’s crazy ex refused to move on placing himself in her life like he was meant to be there forever . Shortly after Anna fell in love with a successful business man that treated her like a princess , Theo showed up in her life again causing a lot of damages to her love affair. Theo didn’t stop as he resulted to stalking and harassing Anna. Betty Traynor , Theo’s lover joined forces with Anna after Theo dumped her and exposed their sex tapes online. She did everything she could go gain Anna and Hassan’s trust but it took them a while to trust her. After finding out about her ex’s darkest and dirtiest secret , Anna vowed to do everything within her power to bring Theo down because she could not just let him get away with it. But at what expense? Will she be able to stand the pressure that was being put on her life and relationship with Hassan or will she eventually let go of getting justice for herself and for Betty ? Find out in this jaw dropping and eye opening romance story.

Elara has spent her entire life as a hunter, sworn to rid the world of vampires and protect humanity. But when a mission goes wrong and she’s bitten by a powerful vampire lord, her world is turned upside down. Instead of dying, she awakens an ancient power deep within her—a long-lost bloodline tied to the Purebloods, a vampiric clan believed to be extinct. Now, Elara is more than just a hunter; she is both the weapon and the curse. Torn between her hunter upbringing and her new vampiric nature, she must hide her transformation from her family while navigating the deadly politics of vampire society. As Elara delves into the mysteries of her bloodline, she encounters Lucien—an enigmatic vampire elder with a dangerous allure. In a moment of heated passion, Lucien’s hands gripped her hips, pulling her close. His fangs grazed her neck, sending a shock of pleasure through her body. Elara gasped, her body arching as his lips claimed hers in a breathless kiss. His mouth trailed lower, teeth scraping her exposed skin, and a sharp bite sent her spiraling into ecstasy. The pleasure and pain blurred as she surrendered to the darkness, her world consumed by raw, primal desire. She was his—completely. But the deeper she falls into Lucien’s seductive grasp, the more she risks everything—her family, her humanity, and her soul. With a prophecy looming that could either save or doom the vampire race, Elara must decide: Will she fight against the growing darkness within her, or embrace her destiny as the last Pureblood and claim the throne of the vampire world?

Amelia never thought the man she built her life with would betray her. But when David, her husband of ten years, casually hands her divorce papers and admits to an affair, her world collapses. Standing at the edge of despair, she contemplates the unthinkable. But then, a single thought pulls her back—her twins. They need her. And more than that, she needs to rebuild for them and for herself. Determined to start anew, Amelia takes her first shaky steps toward independence. It’s a lonely road, but her resolve grows with every challenge she faces—until a chance meeting changes everything. Enter Ethan, the powerful, enigmatic CEO whose world seems untouchable. Their connection is instant, but after all she's been through, Amelia guards her heart fiercely. Yet, behind his stoic exterior, Ethan sees Amelia's strength and vulnerability, and he's drawn to her in a way he can’t explain. As she fights for custody of her children, battles her ex-husband’s manipulations, and strives to rebuild her career, Amelia begins to realize that maybe she can have more than just survival—maybe she can have a second chance at love, too. But trust doesn’t come easily, and neither does the life she’s striving to create. “I’ll fight for what’s mine,” she says, her voice steady, even as her heart races. “Then I’ll be right beside you,” Ethan replies, offering more than just his power—he’s offering his heart.

Noir ialah seorang anak yang dibenci oleh kedua orang tua nya kerana sangat bodoh,tetapi adik nya rin sangat menyayangi abang nya itu Tapi pada suatu hari sebuah kemalangan menimpa rin, ia terjatuh daripada tangga kerana permainan yang ia mainkan bersama noir.

in a world where everything flows in a river, Noir Neo stands at the top. a calm, rebellious Mortal Made God. a boy who ate from the forbidden tree, inside the Garden Of Eden. he was banished, locked out of heaven. but he came back, hungry for finding a worthy opponent, but first he had to gain strength. so he decided to become the strongest Mortal Being of a god, to become a Man-Made God. so he started his journey, eating from The Garden Of Immortality. a garden filled with vegetables, fruits, water and other things that grant pure immortality. and he ate the whole garden, he was banished from the human world; into the depths of hell. where he met his mentor, a beautiful woman. a Nine-Tailed Fox, this Woman trained him to her absolute best, even giving him her blood. making Noir even more immortal, eventually Noir grew 2 fox ears and 19 tails. he crawled out of the depths of hell, emerging from reality. into the land of in-between, Limbo, a land that reaps souls. But Noir earned a mark of the dead on his forehead, meaning he's dead. He can't die; he's achieved another level of immortality. How peculiar-but he still wanted more, so he climbed to heaven; using only wood. Until he finally reached the clouds of heaven, once he broke in he met with Hephaestus; asking for a weapon. Hephaestus agreed, creating Noir's weapon. The horrifying but beautiful "Měilì zhī lián". A scythe made from the souls of the damned; Aura of Limbo, and the wood of The World Tree. surprisingly The World Tree exists beyond normal concepts.  But as Noir's weapon finished, he was ambushed by multiple gods-because of his Divine Rule breaking, he was sealed into the 30th Dimensional Square Plane. A clock that can't be affected by anything. Inside or out. Even Buddha can't destroy it, they even impaled his stomach with his own weapon to ensure his seal. So Noir decided to meditate, the river of everything emerged in his mind. That's it... he achieved what he wanted. TRUE POWER. He escaped the 30th Dimensional plane, fighting every god in his path. Defeating every one, he is UNBEATABLE. He even beat the Buddha.

Jihwan Ryu's life in Seoul's high society is nothing but a beautiful lie. Behind the luxury and wealth lies a boy crushed under the weight of relentless bullying, his parents oblivious to the torment he faces daily. His only wish? To escape his powerless existence. But when Jihwan awakens in the mysterious Murim World, everything changes. Trapped in the body of a bruised and scarred five-year-old, Jihwan must navigate a realm where ancient martial arts and powerful sects reign supreme. With no qi and no understanding of his surroundings, he’s taken under the wing of a grizzled old man who offers to teach him the ways of Murim. What happened to the once-great Ryu family, now only a myth? Can Jihwan uncover the secrets of his bloodline and rise to reclaim the honor of his ancestors, or will the dangerous factions vying for control of Murim crush him before he can find his place? Blending action, supernatural intrigue, and the humor of an out-of-place modern boy in a world of warriors, Beyond the Break is an epic journey through a world where survival means mastering not just the body but the soul.

The CIA conducts an experiment that goes wildly wrong, trapping Flat Flanagan, a 1920s Private Eye, age of 29, in the 21st Century. With no way back, Flat takes up Director Gresson’s offer and becomes the CIA’s last Private Eye. However, things aren’t all tulips & roses as there's the boiling-hot election making hell look like a paradise in comparison. Mr. Beckdette, the Mob Boss running for President, has been holding hidden cards up his sleeve and it soon becomes clear to Director Gresson that it’s up to Private Eye Flat to “hit on all sixes” to keep this Mob Boss from turning a game of “Political Blackjack” into a game of “Nuclear Craps”. With odds stacked against him, can Flat Flanagan stop this modern Mob Boss with old-school gumshoeing, noir justice, and a large glass of egg creams? Or will Mr. Beckdette win the pot and send the Private Eye spinning out into his thirties with a crash harder than the stock market of the 1930s?