Masquerade Ball Masks For Women

The dead should stay dead. Kael Arvid repeated the words like a prayer as he adjusted the raven mask over his scarred face. The carved beak pressed cold against the bridge of his nose, the eyeholes narrowing his vision to slits of flickering torchlight. Beneath him, the ballroom of House Dain shimmered—a grotesque painting of gold and rot. Nobles laughed behind ivory masks, their gloved hands clutching goblets of wine dark as clotting blood. The air reeked of clove and something fouler beneath, like meat left too long in the sun. He hadn't come for wine. The dagger at his belt was hungry. It had waited seven years for this night. Seven years since House Dain's soldiers kicked in the door of his family's cottage. Seven years since he'd watched from the treeline as the flames turned his sister's screams to smoke. Seven years of imagining this moment—the moment he'd slide steel between Lord Dain's ribs and whisper his family's names as the light

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.

They always say that snowflakes are beautiful and they are magical as well, but never once did Heath ever thought of believing and proving that practically and not only theoretically......... @alishawalker2022

an ordinary Civil servant,been giving second chance of life by unknown mask. by exchanging his two eyeballs for a second life. with catch he is not really alive anymore as a human, but as an undead...with power. will he be able to live his life normally? or will there be many strange and random things that will crossing with him? ---------------- Author note: this my first novel,and English not my first language so, i may user google translate to write it...and the story probably goes random and flat whenever my mood is..

DISCLAIMER: The events, characters, and situations depicted in this work are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people, events, or entities is purely coincidental. The story, its characters, and any events described are the product of the author's imagination and should not be construed as reflecting any real-life scenarios. Charlotte Nightfall is a celebrated CIA agent, revered as one of the greatest detectives of all time. Known for her unparalleled competence, sharp intellect, and flawless reputation, she's become a cult hero within the agency, admired by her colleagues and feared by her enemies. But beneath the perfect image she's carefully constructed lies a darker truth. Charlotte has spent years crafting an impeccable persona, hiding the secrets of her true identity from the world. What the CIA and those around her don't know is that her polished exterior conceals a woman who craves physical tension and a glamorous, secretive life. Her desires are as much a mystery as her past, and she's made it her mission to keep them hidden. Enter Frank James Drake, a former MI6 agent with both British and American citizenship, now working for the CIA.. As he gets closer to her, he begins to unravel the carefully constructed layers of Charlotte's life-both the professional and the personal. But what will he discover? And what will it cost them both when the masks begin to fall?

Ezra’s life ended with a mobster’s bullet, forty grand clutched in his sweaty palms on a gritty Earth dock. But death was just the beginning. His soul transmigrated into a baby boy in a steamy, matriarchal world, he’s now eighteen and navigating a society where voluptuous women wield superhuman powers and men are mere playthings, weakened by radiation and the deadly Fade a condition sparking violent madness. With his sharp wit and rebellious streak, Ezra refuses to be another docile male. —— Author Note: For some, this novel might start slow, but hang in there, it gets good, I promise.

A mysterious young girl, always wearing a white mask, appeared whenever the police were stuck. She solved cases no one could. She never stayed long. She never spoke much. But every time, she helped the police... and vanished before they could ask who she was. Who is she? Why does she help? And what is she hiding behind that mask?

[Ding!] [Cashback System Activation Requirement Met!] [System Binding In Progress...!] [System Successfully Linked!] [Spent $1,000. 10x Critical Hit. Earned $10,000. The money has been transferred to account XXX-XXX-XXX] [Spent at least $1,000 on a beautiful lady. Received 1 lottery ticket. Do you want to use it?] [YES][NO] Kyle was a man that has never had any luck in life and he was on the verge of ending it all after being fired from his minimum wage job due to a customer's complaint which turned out to be a lie but due to the customer being an attractive lady, no one believed Kyle. To make matters worse, he had to pay for the damages that was caused by the customer. Beautiful people, they had it easy, didn't they? This was his last step and he knew that he wouldn't see tomorrow as he searched for a river to throw himself in. He thought his mind finally broke as there was no explanation for the Cyan Screen that popped up as he clicked the [YES] button. [You have drawn Charm!] [Charm: There is nothing the user can't charm his way out of or into! The universe has blessed you with charisma!] "Hahaha! I must have lost my marbles..." Kyle muttered to himself but his phone soon rang out to show that he had a notification. And to his surprise, he saw $10,000 sitting in his account and his jaw dropped. "THIS IS FOR REAL!!!"

A new law has been passed as part of the nation's measures to address the low birthrate. Rude women become livestock. Rebellious women become livestock. Women who commit crimes become livestock. In a world where common sense has been distorted, this is the story of women whose human rights have been erased.

When Casimir's mother was killed before he could even count, his life took a turn for the worst. His early maturity was not a choice and neither was honing his sharp mind especially when being an orphan in an unforgiving world at such an age, was a death sentence. But against whatever odds pitted against him Casimir made it to the age of awakening mostly intact, that is if you chose to ignore his mental capabilities. Despite the early misfortune, his already dark fate would take another defining turn when he would awaken with a dreadful and terrible origin.

Every hundred years, a mortal princess is chosen to marry a celestial — one of the powerful Rose Gold Birds — to ensure peace between the realms. But this time, the princess took her own life rather than marry a so-called beast. Now, Liora, her bitter, sharp-tongued personal maid, is forced to take her place. No one can know the truth. If the Celestials discover the bride is a fake, the kingdom will burn. If they refuse the marriage, everyone still dies. Worse still, Liora is to marry Prince Kael — the most feared and cursed of the Celestials. A warrior cloaked in blood and bound by a magical mask said to fall only for true love. But Liora doesn’t believe in love. She only believes in survival — and in getting her brother and aunt out of this hell.

After a devastating virus outbreak, two brothers obtain powerful masks granting them immortality and the ability to manipulate opposing elements—one controls water, while the other wields fire. But what once bonded them has now torn them apart. One brother searches tirelessly for the other, believing they can be reunited. Meanwhile, his brother has been brainwashed by a corrupt corporation, convinced that his sibling always hated him. In his search, the first brother is joined by a small group of survivors who also seek to destroy the corporation responsible for the city's downfall. Although he preferred to work alone, he slowly begins to enjoy the company of his new allies, forging unexpected connections as they wander the ruins of Aesthetic City. But the closer he gets to his brother, the more dangerous the journey becomes, as betrayal, memory, and manipulation threaten to destroy what remains of their bond.

Eight masked strangers awaken on a theater stage, forced into a twisted performance run by a cryptic AI called The System. Each is given a secret role, goal, and strange ability. Some must protect. One must kill. Only five can survive. With fake rules, hidden alliances, and daily rituals like “Dates” and “Confessions,” the players must entertain a silent Audience — or be eliminated.

The story revolves around Moon Grace a orphan who doesn't remember her past after wake up in hospital from the verge of death at the age of 8 after then a family adopted her and now after spending 10 years with them she thinks they are her real parents that's how much love and care they gave her with her passion and hardwork for computers she finally get a scholarship to complete her graduation in computer science from her dream university and as she follow steps towards her dream she met a mysterious figure  Night Yarrows and then the story begins......

I’m Akane Kirisaki—18, broke, and pretending to be 22 so I can work at Shizuoka’s most notorious host club. By day, I’m your average high school student barely scraping by. By night? I’m a smooth-talking “host” serving drinks, fake smiles, and a dangerous amount of charm to lonely onee-sans twice my age. My job’s simple: flirt, entertain, and survive without getting caught by my school… or my mom. But when two ridiculously gorgeous and powerful women—Ayase and Mitsuki—start clinging to me like I’m the last boy on Earth, things get way more complicated than I signed up for. Money, secrets, seduction, and drama? Welcome to Shizuoka's Host Club for Frustrated Adult Women!

Masks. They hold strange powers, given to those who wields them. Among thousands of them, Ten Powers rises as these Masks holds concepts that can only be described as God-like. They are called, the Ten Heralds. Kiyoto is a young man who finds himself wearing a damaged, wooden-carved mask which he can't take off for some unknown reason. To add to his confusion, aside from his name, he cannot seem to remember his past life after waking up. He will then find himself involved in fierce battles and events that will help uncover the mystery of the Mask he is currently wearing...and it's underlying purpose of Change. https://discord.gg/gmh3xfJDfG

In the opulent world of Bridgeton-inspired Aldovia, a daring young woman clashes a royal party, pretending to be a noble guest. Her escapade takes an unexpected turn when she's forced to flee from the palace dogs, leading her to accidentally kiss the emperor. Captivated by her charm, the emperor places her under house arrest, and as they spend more time together, a romance blossoms. As she navigates the complexities of royal life, she proves herself to be a remarkable queen, bringing wonder and prosperity to Aldovia.

Lucian Volgare is an enigma,an ancient demon king who ruled the realm of magic,but was killed by his companions.He awoken 10 000 years later to a world that has changed.He enrolls in an academy and he meets two girls, Lilith and Lillian,who aid him in regaining his empire

The Mask Never Slips In a world where morality is blurred, Shiva navigates the dark underbelly of crime while concealing the unbearable weight of his own existence. Emotionally detached yet deeply wounded, he wears a mask of indifference, suppressing a lifetime of trauma that manifests as relentless physical pain. He is a master manipulator, a deceiver, and a survivor—yet, at his core, he is a man consumed by self-disgust. Despite his hatred for himself, three fragile reasons tether him to life: his love for a girl who barely acknowledges him, his unwavering loyalty to the abusive family that broke him, and the little brother he raised to be everything he could never become. If even one of these reasons crumbles, so will he. As he maneuvers through the chaos of the crime world—both a participant and an outsider—Shiva finds himself drawn into a series of brutal conflicts, each forcing him to confront the contradictions within him. He claims to have no desire to kill, yet death follows in his shadow. He yearns to be understood, yet has perfected the art of deception. He wants to feel something—anything—but every emotion is buried beneath years of carefully constructed lies. When the past he’s tried so hard to bury resurfaces, Shiva’s carefully maintained facade begins to crack. Someone close to him is starting to see through the act. And as the weight of his suffering becomes impossible to contain, he is left with one question: Can he keep holding on, or is the mask he wears the only thing keeping him alive?

[Book published on royal road: Unnikuttan I was born with no name. No memories. No power. Just a mask. A porcelain-white mask that whispered names I’d never heard—and lives I had never lived. The first time I wore it, I became her: The Blade Dancer of the Dying Moon. The second time? A dead queen who spoke in tongues and commanded spirits. Every mask I wear brings power… Every life I borrow brings danger. Because someone—or something—wants these masks shattered. And the moment I put on the wrong one… I won’t just borrow the past. I’ll become it.

In the glittering world of business, power is the ultimate prize — and Li Zhenyu has spent his entire life mastering the game. At just 21, he’s already a ruthless, manipulative force, controlling vast fortunes and business empires. With his mysterious charm and deadly intelligence, he’s the perfect puppet master, moving everyone around him like pieces on a chessboard. His greatest asset? His wife, Shen Yinyin — the brilliant and seductive general manager of his company, whose beauty and power mask the secrets hidden within their marriage. Despite their seemingly perfect partnership, cracks begin to show when Yinyin uncovers unsettling truths about Zhenyu’s manipulations and the dark web of lies he’s spun to control her, his family, and everyone around him. The couple is caught in a dangerous game where love and betrayal intertwine, and every move could be the last. But as Zhenyu's grip on his empire begins to falter, enemies from within and without move to shatter the carefully constructed world he's built. His loyal assistant, Qiulan, is torn between duty to her master and the growing realization that Zhenyu’s thirst for control has led them all down a path of destruction. Meanwhile, Feng Yun, the ambitious rival CEO, prepares to strike, knowing the time is ripe to take everything Zhenyu has worked for. In this world of high-stakes business, psychological warfare, and forbidden passions, no one is truly who they appear to be. As the tension escalates, Yinyin is forced to confront the question: Can love survive when the man she married is a monster in disguise? And when the veil of deception finally falls, will Zhenyu be able to maintain his hold on her, or will the secrets he’s buried tear their world apart? Beneath the Velvet Mask is a dark, twisted exploration of obsession, power, and the fragility of trust. With every chapter, secrets are revealed, alliances shift, and the stakes get higher. In a world where manipulation is currency, can anyone truly win — or are they all just pawns in a game where the rules change with every move?

A tale of stolen faces, buried legacies, and a world of opportunities. In the crooked alleys of Myrrowind, a seventeen-year-old orphan named Ren survives by becoming everyone but himself. Ren has become a ghost in the world of nobles and criminals alike—a master thief, a con artist, a boy with a thousand faces. No one knows who he truly is. Not even him. But the mask remembers.

Dragon ball fan dies…but he gets a second chance and tries not to die a second time

Max Davison was the Organization’s deadliest spy—until they betrayed her, and she took them down with her last breath. But instead of death, she wakes up in the body of Zara Larsson, the villainess fated to be destroyed in a novel she read. What happens when a weapon with nothing to lose refuses to follow the story?

This...is 'Ball Is Life System' - Where every shot is a deal with destiny. In the high-stakes world of elite youth basketball, Trace "T-Mac" LaRose was destined for greatness. Son of a local legend, blessed with supernatural talent, he was the next big thing...until a catastrophic injury shattered his knee and his dreams in one fatal moment. Two years later, washed up and forgotten, Trace is offered a deal that defies reality: a chance to rewrite his history, to return to that pivotal moment in time with all the knowledge he has now...But this gift comes with a price, and a choice that will test his very soul. As Trace relives his rise to basketball stardom, he discovers he's caught between two mysterious, cosmic forces: Mal (The masculine Malevolent System), Offering immediate power-ups and skill enhancements that push the limits of human ability, but at a terrible cost to Trace's life force. And... Bene (The feminine Benevolent System), Providing subtle, long-term improvements that nurture not just Trace's game, but his character and relationships. With every dribble, every shot, every game-changing decision, Trace must balance his desperate desire for a dream deferred...success against the price of achieving it. Will he succumb to the allure of quick fixes and instant gratification? Or will he find the strength to build a legacy that transcends personal and professional glory? As the clock ticks down on his second chance, Trace faces opponents both on and off the court: -Rivals gunning for his position -Scouts and agents tempting him with promises of fame and fortune -The weight of his family's expectations and his own haunting memories -And most dangerously, the seductive whisper of the Malevolent System, always ready to offer one more boost, one more edge – for just another little slice of his soul. In a game where every choice could be the difference between legendary status and forgotten potential, Trace must answer the ultimate question: What would you sacrifice for your dreams? "Ball Is Life System" is a pulse-pounding sports drama with a supernatural twist, a tale of ambition, redemption, and the true meaning of victory. Where every crossover could cross timelines, and every slam dunk could be a deal with destiny...for better or worse. Get ready to enter a world where the real game begins when the final buzzer sounds...and where second chances come with a price tag that might just cost Trace everything.

Haruto Hayase was a normal high school boy in his third year, living a quiet life until his younger sister, Haruka Hayase, joined the same school. Haruka’s beauty and charm made her the center of attention, quickly becoming the school's prima donna. But when a notorious gang leader set his sights on her, he did everything in his power to protect her—only to fail tragically. Haruka was brutally assaulted and tortured, and Haruto himself suffered an agonizing death. However, in a twist of fate, Haruto is given a second chance, waking up a year before the events that shattered his life. Armed with the mysterious ‘Debauchery System Slave’, he vows to exact revenge on those responsible. This time, he will use his newfound powers of the system and charm to seduce the loved ones of his enemies. From their mothers, sisters, and lovers to their closest friends, Haruto will make them his. His enemies will suffer as he steals what they hold dearest, ensuring their downfall in the most devastating way possible.

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He loved too fiercely—and it destroyed him. Betrayed by his wife, his friends, and everyone he trusted, he was left broken, betrayed, and dead. Then he woke—reborn in Gotham, a city built on blood and lies, cursed with a cruel system that offers nothing but riddles and half-measures. Soren Valis doesn’t care for justice or mercy. He only understands power—and pain. He moves like a shadow through the city’s venomous heart, turning allies into enemies, lovers into weapons, and hope into ashes. The Justice League may watch from above, but their strength means nothing in a war fought with knives in the dark. And in the coldest depths of his soul, a light burns—something dangerous, something that could be his undoing. “I broke once. I will break others now.”