Safe Harbor Danielle Steel

Waking up inside the ruins of an orphanage, Alexander finds himself chained and sold to slavery. A modern metallurgist, trapped in ancient times, watch as he tries to play with the cards fate dealt him. He will make plate armor, invent paper, build roads, teach governance and many more, as he tries to carve a place for himself. But how can such things not attract jealous eyes? The naval superpower- Cantagena, The unstoppable army of- Exolas, The superpower of the east- Adhania, The mercantile confederation- Sybarsis, The religious fanatics- Iyizarid, And the ever-present- Barbarians of the Barren Forrest, All want something from each other. In this ocean of sharks, follow a small carp as it struggles to leap through the dragon gate and establish a dynasty to outlast them all. The cover is not mine. If you are the owner of this cover, comment and I will remove it.

Ava Wade a talented actress possesses a unique gift - the ability to see the lifespan of those around her, including her own. But her life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Daniel Yolk, a mysterious and charming stranger with the extraordinary power to stop Ava's time. As they fall deeply in love, Ava finds herself frozen in time, her lifespan paused by Daniel's just being a little close. But their love comes with a price. Because his own time will be added to Ava soon, to increase Ava's time, his own lifespan is shortened, making him increasingly prone to death. Ava must confront the devastating reality of her gift and the weight of Daniel's sacrifice as the clock ticks away. Will their love be strong enough to overcome the boundaries of time, or will the very thing that brought them together ultimately tear them apart? In this heart-wrenching tale of love and mortality, Ava and Daniel must navigate the complexities of their extraordinary abilities and the secrets that come with them. Can they find a way to be together, or will time ultimately run out for them?

Bound in chains yet yearning for freedom, Alpheo, a modern historian, finds himself enslaved in a land on the brink of chaos. As the empire of Rolmia plunges into civil war following the death of the emperor , his three ambitious sons vie for the throne. In the midst of this turmoil, Alpheo finds the chance to break his chain and escape, leading his companions into the ashes of war, trying to thrive in it, selling their swords to the highest bidder . But beyond the borders of Rolmia, hungry eyes watch as the empire's grip loosens. The Sultanate of Azania, ever the opportunist, sees a chance to expand its domain and influence , while to the south, neighboring principalities breathe a sigh of relief as the once-dominant giant stumbles and falters. In the sea, the confederation of the Free Isle finds their chance to restore their old maritime power , denied to them by an empire that is now crumbling beneath itself , lacking the strenght to stop them. In this crucible of conflict, where dynasties crumble and empires fall, Alpheo find his call and the chance to forge his own destiny amidst the ashes of empires. ----------------

Love of Fortune and Steel is a historical fantasy that weaves together romance, comedy, adventure, and the clash of worlds. James, a modern-day banker with an unwavering passion for history, experiences an extraordinary transformation during a routine museum visit. A mysterious supernatural force transmigrates him into a parallel medieval realm—a world familiar yet distinctly altered with its own unique nations, rulers, customs, and the presence of mana, a mystical energy that enhances martial prowess. In this enigmatic land, James encounters Bisera, a formidable and strikingly beautiful general of the Vakerian Empire, locked in a desperate struggle against the powerful Gillyrian Empire. Utilizing items granted by the supernatural entity, James saves Bisera’s life. Grateful and believing him to be a divine emissary sent by the Universal Spirit in response to her prayer, Bisera invites James to join her in defending the Vakerian Empire. As two souls isolated by their disparate worlds, a profound romance swiftly ignites between them. However, Bisera’s devout faith and the heavy burden of her responsibilities compel her to restrain their relationship, fearing that any overt passion might conflict with her duties and incur the wrath of the Universal Spirit, condemning their souls and the Vakerian Empire to ruin. James, enthralled by Bisera’s personality and talent, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her, yet frustrated by the invisible barriers she maintains. The vast differences in their worldviews and customs, coupled with James’s determination to return to his own world—an eventuality that might irrevocably separate them—act as chains on their blossoming love. With his modern knowledge and items, along with Bisera’s reliance on him, James quickly becomes an invaluable asset to the Vakerian Empire. However, this also makes him a target of Vakerian court politics and Gillyrian diplomacy. Their bond is further tested with the arrival of Saralta, a bold and free-spirited cavalry commander from the Vakerian steppes. In stark contrast to Bisera’s reserved and devout nature, Saralta pursues James with unbridled confidence and charm, challenging Bisera’s deeply held beliefs. Saralta’s liberal approach to love ignites a complex and often comical love triangle, forcing Bisera to confront her fear of losing James to Saralta’s advances and her greater dread of endangering their souls should they succumb to their feelings. As the Gillyrian onslaught intensifies, James, Bisera, and Saralta are swept into a maelstrom of love, duty, and faith. Bisera grapples with her unwavering sense of duty and steadfast faith, torn by the love that binds her to James. Saralta oscillates between the allure of freedom and the demands of propriety. Meanwhile, James must navigate his deep emotional devotion to Bisera and his fiery physical attraction to Saralta, all while striving to find a way between the two worlds before losing them both.

Lee Hyunwook, the steel emperor, was the last savior of mankind, but died. In order to change the future, the place he regressed to was... The military?!! "Why here of all places?!" The start of Corporal Lee Hyunwook, who gets stronger in a special way, by doing a steel mukbang!

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Kael was raised in the brutal world of mercenaries, an orphan forged in fire, betrayal, and blood. Taken in by the leader Kerric, Kael learned that survival is the only thing that matters, and those who fall behind are left to die. But even in a life of endless battles and shifting allegiances, Kael's loyalty to his mentor is shaken when a dangerous relic draws the attention of powerful forces. As Kael and Kerric face growing threats from the noble houses and the mysterious Iron Circle, Kael must decide whether to trust the man who raised him or carve his own path. With betrayal lurking at every corner and the lines between friend and foe blurring In a world where strength is the only currency, Kael will need to harden his heart even further if he wants to survive the coming storm. But every choice comes with a price, and in the pursuit of power, Kael may lose more than just his soul.

An ordinary young man who acted on instinct and sacrificed what was most valuable to him, even though he himself did not recognize its value. However, the gods witnessed his sacrifice and offered him a second chance. A new chance for him to reach his potential, and perhaps discover his worth. His first experience in the new world is not at all pleasant and he finds himself facing ambitious and cruel creatures, terrible and powerful monsters... and the gods who increasingly interfere in the mortal plane. Choices must be made. Sacrifices must be made. Wars must be fought. Wars must be won. The world plunges into a chaotic spiral of blood, death and destruction. Heroes emerge to protect the weak. To oppress the weak. After all, what differentiates a hero from a tyrant? ... Ps: the cover is not mine, if you have any questions, just send me a message. The introductory arc is finished in these 9 chapters, a story with a beginning, middle and end.

"Whispers of the Willow" Beneath the sheltering branches of an ancient willow tree, Emma, a struggling writer searching for inspiration, finds herself caught in the tangled currents of desire, passion, and self-discovery. Her sanctuary—the park where she seeks solace—becomes the meeting ground for two men who will change her life in ways she never expected. Luke, a gentle artist with stormy gray eyes, offers her a love that feels safe and steady, like the first warm rays of dawn. His quiet intensity pulls Emma into a world of trust and sensuality, where she begins to believe that her heart might finally find its home. But then there’s Daniel, a brooding musician with a magnetic charm and a wild streak that matches the fire she’s tried to suppress. His presence is chaos wrapped in temptation, and every encounter with him leaves Emma breathless, torn between desire and reason. As her connection with both men deepens, Emma’s emotions spiral out of control. To complicate matters, their pasts begin to surface—ex-lovers, secrets, and unspoken wounds—threatening to unravel the fragile balance between love, lust, and loyalty. Caught between Luke’s quiet devotion and Daniel’s electric passion, Emma must face the hardest question of all: Can she truly find herself without breaking someone else? Set against the backdrop of whispered secrets, tangled hearts, and steamy encounters, "Whispers of the Willow" is a deeply emotional, 18+ contemporary romance about love’s complexity and the choices that define us.

Daniel thought he had found the love of his life in Elena, a woman whose beauty and intelligence seemed almost otherworldly. But their marriage is far from a fairytale. When he discovers a cryptic journal hidden among her belongings, Daniel unravels a chilling truth: Elena once made a pact with the Watchers, mysterious and powerful entities that feed on human emotions and manipulate fate. As the couple delves deeper into Elena's past and the legacy of her enigmatic mentor Gabriel, they uncover a web of ancient secrets, dangerous artifacts, and a pendant that holds the key to breaking the Watchers' hold. Pursued by the Watchers’ ruthless enforcer Elias and haunted by visions of Gabriel, Daniel and Elena must face unimaginable choices. Will their love survive the truth, or will the Watchers consume them both? Love in the shadows is a supernatural thriller about love, betrayal, and the cost of freedom from forces beyond comprehension.

Astra Wilson is a demonologist from Los Angeles, she and Marcus Ryan discovered an ancient occultic temple in Egypt which was the location of a gateway to hell, when Astra accidentally touched a sword with her blood and takes it to a museum in Britain and sold the sword in which it was believed that the sword was a key that opens up the portal of hell, the sword was kept in the museum but after awakened by a human blood the gates of hell were opened but just a little as demons came out of it and started possessing dead humans, it created an apocalypse in Egypt as it spread to Britain and other parts of the world, the demon possessed bodies will try to infect other humans by touching them on the chest where their heart lies, slowly killing the individual as another demon would possess that body, Astra and Marcus would join up with other survivors to find a way to stop the apocalypse as the demons were looking for the sword so that they'll fully open the portal to let the forces of hell into the mortal world, after discovering that the portal was opened by her and to close it she must sacrifice herself to close it she races to find the sword and make the ultimate sacrifice but not after losing those close to her.

Daniel’s life takes a dramatic turn when his father remarries Elise, a vibrant and successful woman in her late 40s, years after the death of Daniel’s mother. The new family dynamic starts smoothly—Elise’s kindhearted nature wins Daniel over, and they settle into a peaceful routine. But Elise’s daughter, Rose, looms like a shadow over their family. At 23, Rose refuses to join them, living independently with her boyfriend in another state. Years later, rumors surface that Rose is moving in with them due to sudden accommodation troubles. When she finally arrives, her presence disrupts the harmony of the household. Rose, bold and unapologetically rebellious, leads a nightlife of clubs and parties, rejecting every effort to bring her into the fold of family prayers and traditions. What begins as resentment and cold indifference between Daniel and Rose soon takes a darker turn. Beneath her arrogance, Daniel discovers a troubled woman carrying deep wounds—and a growing, forbidden attraction between them threatens to upend the fragile bonds of their new family.

I will always be with you, in your dreams wether it's a nightmare or not, I will always be there. I just need you to forget the bad time, forget everything that has broken you and just remember me and only me

Daniel Bell received an invitation. This invitation led him to another world, a dangerous game-like world that is not only violent and bloody but is also a little too real. With other "players?" brought from Earth, Daniel will try to survive while looking for a way back home.

Daniel thought he had it all figured out—the cold, the heat, the monsters. In his last life, he survived until the bitter end of a world gone mad, only to die betrayed by the people closest to him. His girlfriend. His cousin. A final knife to the heart... and a promise. If he got another chance, he’d never waste it on anyone again. Now, Daniel wakes up one month before the apocalypse begins. The world will soon plunge into three brutal periods: The Great Cold: A frozen wasteland that devours the unprepared.The Great Heat: Temperatures high enough to boil water under a blood-red moon.The Great Evolution: Civilization crumbles as mutated monsters rise, and superpowers awaken in the hands of a dangerous few. Armed with his inventory power—a limitless storage space—and knowledge of the future, Daniel is ready to hoard supplies, lock himself behind reinforced walls, and trust no one. Survival is the only goal. That’s the plan, at least, until the universe laughs in his face and gives him a system that can awaken superpowers. Just not for him. Only for others. Strong, dangerous, and often unhinged people will flock to him, drawn by something they don’t understand. And the catch? Those powers only unlock if Daniel sleeps with them. There's just one problem.  Daniel's pretty sick of relationships and all that. He'd much rather chill in his big ass mansion as the world turns to shit three times over.

Daniel Umaga has a totally different perspective on life and death than the typical person, since he constantly uses someone else as an excuse not to die. Yet when his reality begins to blur the boundary between death and life, Daniel is doomed to see everyone he loves being tormented simply to keep him alive. Relinquish is a story about the beginning of a mortal world that went into hell, after a power that should not be possessed by humans; fell from the hands of the gods and goddesses. Wherein it is a weak Daniel who begins to crawl in a bid to rise from his own death... On his road to creating something impossible, a world similar to paradise for those who are the cause for his survival.

A man doesn't need a lot to be happy, such a man was Cedrick Cassiel. He had everything he wanted and more. Emphasis on the had, because he couldn't prevent the tragedy that struck him and his family by the hands of a psychopathic serial killer. Following his death, he was granted the name Eldris by a powerful Death God, linked with the last legacy of said Death God's best friend and now without a family or friends of his own, he finds himself in another world - a world of Cultivation. Men and women alike ignite their spirits and traverse the world in pursuit of Power, Prestige or Knowledge. Immortality isn't a dream in this world, it is real and everyone is after it. But there's just one problem... Eldris is a stone. As an inanimate object, his life and any ambitions that he could ever possibly have in this world have been scattered in the wind. Eldris finds time to overcome his grief and move on. Or maybe he's distracted by the crippling insanity that is an added perk of becoming a stone. But he makes friends along the way and that's the important part. Read on, dear Reader! Because Eldris' real life has only just begun. --------------------------------------- A/N: This is my first time writing a story. Criticism is appreciated, so leave your honest reviews. Also this novel won't have a harem, same could be said for probably all the novels I write in the future. !!! This novel is something I have yet to make a serious dedication to, the update schedule is nonexistent. I won't drop it until it's completed but chapters will be slow. You have been warned dear reader, I am a lazy Author.(To anyone who may have been reading this, I won't be updating for a while. I don't think my writing skills are good enough portray this novel, with all the plans I have in store for it. I want this novel to be something good, so for now I will be learning from other works by authors more skilled than I and trying to improve my skills. I will update the synopsis when I feel I can continue with this novel.)

In a fractured world, where magic stains the soul and war is an eternal tide of blood and steel, the ruins of an imperial dream rise. The Eiyu Empire, once envisioned as the foundation of eternity by Taiko Hideyoshi, has fallen prey to decay. From the ashes of the second Eiyu-Cataya war, a conflict that neither side claims as victory, emerges Ritsu, a youth with an uncertain future, marked by the misery of a discarded class. His only hope shines in the legends, in the whispers of a trial that will grant the fortunate passage to the Forbidden City, the sanctum of power, where imperial reikan and the secrets of shadows intertwine in a deadly dance... In "Shadows of the Empire: Red Sun," there is no clarity in the strife, only the ravenous shadows that dance around power. A power that does not understand justice, but survival, and that weaves its web over the throne of an empire that has forgotten how to dream. It is in this setting of palpable darkness that Ritsu will discover that the true battle is not waged on the bloodied fields, but in the abyss that each being harbors within. And as the pages are consumed, the reader will wonder if it is truly worth emerging victorious in a world where thrones are forged with the lost souls of countless fallen.

o mundo precisa de anti heróis, se ninguém faz o certo, Daniel Parker fará a diferença.

Follow Urdn'Varn the crazed Winged Kobold on his quest to steel the moon.

Jarek is a young boy living in the depth of the city. A streetboy, without family or a real home. There, he worked in a factory, just living his live in the underground distopia untill a strange find should change his live forever.

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] Sanctuary—a word that conjures visions of peace, protection, and unyielding safety. But what truly defines a place as a sanctuary? Can any refuge withstand the relentless forces of destruction, or does it take something more—a spirit of defiance and hope? For Ruseigner and Mae Yakane, renowned wildlife conservationists and environmentalists, the word became their life's mission. As the march of human progress devoured the natural world, the Yakanes spearheaded a monumental effort to carve out a haven for the threatened wildlife and ecosystems they cherished. With global support, they set out to create a sanctuary—a symbol of hope in a world teetering on the brink of environmental collapse. But fate is a cruel architect. Just as their dream took shape, tragedy struck. Ruseigner and Mae were lost, leaving their vision unfinished. Their son, Froja Yakane, inherited not just their legacy but the weight of their unfulfilled promise. At just 19, Froja’s life was stolen by an assassin’s hand. In his final breath, he vowed to seize any chance at redemption—to be stronger, bolder, and more relentless in pursuing his parents’ dream. And fate, for once, showed mercy. Reborn in a parallel world, Froja becomes Canna—a young man with a second chance to build the sanctuary his parents envisioned. But this world is far from welcoming. As Canna traverses lands filled with strange races and uncharted territories, he faces challenges that test his resolve and his belief in the very concept of sanctuary. Enemies, both seen and unseen, conspire to crush his efforts, but in the darkest of moments, Canna finds allies in the most unexpected places. Through trials of strength, cunning, and heart, Canna learns that a true sanctuary isn’t just a place—it’s a beacon of hope, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a defiance against the forces of chaos. Will Canna succeed in creating the sanctuary his parents dreamed of, or will he be consumed by the perils of this new world? In a tale of courage, transformation, and unwavering determination, Canna’s journey will reveal the true meaning of sanctuary—and the price one must pay to protect it.

For many years, the Carrians have lorded over Ciricos. However, their mighty legions have been stretched thin, as they have foes on multiple sides. Thus, they have hired the Maerkenien, warlike people that were far removed from mainland politics, isolated in an archipelago on the far west of the Great Ocean. They have made a grave mistake, however. They bankrupted themselves with lavish niceties, leaving none for their hired sellswords. They have appeased them with granting them land charters in the potential-full Isle, a backwater that Carrian pioneers have settled on for a century, though it is infested with the natives of the Isle, unwilling to accept civilization encroaching on their lands. However, the Maerkenien grow discontent, with no coin from the Carrians, the fuse of war have just been lit, and it is a matter of time before it goes off. (For the Royal Road staff that have rejected my submission of this story in their website, here is the link to my account in Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/573444/fictions I hope you reconsider the rejection, as I will be updating this story on both here on WebNovel and Royal Road! :D)

After fourty years of relative peace between the eight kingdoms, the winds of war blow violently back to the continent of Adriantia. Eight ruling houses will fight for control of their future and present; conflict shall erupt, blood shall be spilt, steel shall clash, tears shall be shed. Who will emerge victorious, who will perish before one’s sword, and who will be lucky to even be alive in the end. — Very much inspired by the ASOIAF series —

Daniel a rookie actor finally landed an acting role with the rising star Mia. Mia always comes to set looking tired and Daniel can't help but notice. As they continue acting together, Daniel finds himself catching feelings for Mia and he can't help but wish to stay with her for a long time. This is a story where Mia fights for her career and Daniel fights for his love.

With war on the horizon, a spreading epidemic, and corruption festering in Kiltar, Tye faces a harrowing mission: to risk everything to save his country from ruin. But in a land where doing good attracts evil's gaze, how far is he willing to go—and at what cost?

Argentum Academy, a prestigious military-style school located in a sprawling valley, renowned for training the elite in combat disciplines, including Mecha Armored Divisions, Martial Arts, and Magical Warfare. Story Premise: Argentum Academy is divided into four main divisions: Mecha Armored Division (MAD): Students are trained to pilot advanced mechs. Martial Arts Division (MARD): Students master hand-to-hand combat and martial arts. Magical Warfare Division (MWD): Students specialize in magical combat and spellcasting. Strategic Operations Division (SOD): Students focus on tactical planning and strategy. As tensions rise between these divisions over resources, recognition, and influence, Ryker finds himself at odds with the MWD’s leader, the powerful and arrogant mage, Elara Vex. Ryker’s world takes a thrilling turn when he discovers the "Shadow Games," an underground tournament where students from different divisions compete in secret battles to test their skills and settle scores. Plot: Intrigued by the Shadow Games' potential to bridge the divisions, Ryker decides to participate. Alongside his childhood friend Lyra Flynn from MARD, his strategic partner Kaid Rylan from SOD, and the mysterious mage Zara Moonwhisper from MWD, Ryker navigates the complex web of alliances and rivalries within the academy. As the games progress, Ryker must confront Elara Vex, who becomes increasingly obsessed with defeating him.