Max Steel

**“The world forgot him. The Hollow did not.”** Kael Veyne was born powerless in a city where strength is everything. Labeled a burden, overlooked by Wielders, and discarded by the Guilds, he survived only as a porter — dragging gear into Gates he could never hope to conquer. Until the day a dungeon turned deadly... and he was the only one who returned alive. Marked by a forbidden system no one should possess, Kael awakens not to glory or fame — but to **the Hollow**. It doesn’t grant power in battle. It feeds on the aftermath. On fragments. On silence. Now hunted by those who fear what he might become, Kael must grow in the shadows — absorbing what others leave behind, unlocking a strength the world was never meant to see. This time, he won’t beg to be chosen. He will evolve — quietly, endlessly, and without permission.

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. ----------------

The girl Hani has crush on only likes strong people. When the school festival hold an event for a battle where the winner gets to have a date with the school beauty, Stella, Hani's crush, Hani decides to participate. ------ In a world where everyone get's powers when they reach their teen at 13, people are trated differently based on rank. Hani is a bookworm who spends her time reading fantasy and fiction all the time. Noone looks at her twice and is mocked for her obsession with books. When the time to get her power and graded everything changes. " Hani, Power Rank : F" says the scanner but Hani thinks otherwise.

In a world where technology has redefined humanity, the Evergrace twins aren’t just heirs to an empire—they are its most dangerous creation. Born into a dynasty that controls breakthroughs beyond government comprehension, Ren and Yui Evergrace are the perfect heirs: brilliant, beautiful, and engineered to be unstoppable. Enhanced with forbidden biotech, quantum-linked neural implants, and self-replicating nanites, they are more than human—they are the next evolution. But their bond is their most powerful weapon. Yui, the gentle sister who never raises her voice, can kill with a whisper. Her tears dissolve flesh. Her touch rewires minds. And her love for Ren is the only law she obeys. Ren, the charismatic heir who could have anything, wants only one thing: to protect the twisted devotion that defines them. He knows what Yui is—what their family made her—and he has never feared her. Only the world that would try to take her away. When corporate rivals, intelligence agencies, and even their own family begin to question the twins’ loyalty, the Evergrace estate becomes a battlefield of autonomous drones, memory-altering fields, and synthetic plagues. But the true threat isn’t the enemies outside their walls—it’s the fracture growing between them. As Yui’s control over her bioweapons wavers and Ren’s hunger for power grows, they must decide: Will they rule together? Or will the love that made them unstoppable become the flaw that destroys them? — A dark, high-tech gothic tale of twisted devotion, cutting-edge science, and the price of immortality. (Think "Succession" meets "Annihilation," with the psychological tension of "Gone Girl" and the biopunk aesthetic of "Deus Ex.")

She crossed an ocean to chase her future — alone, unknown, unprotected. New York promised dreams, but the Bronx delivered danger. He was born into the shadows of power. A mafia boss whose name made enemies tremble, and whose heart had forgotten how to beat for anyone. When their worlds collide on a bloodstained Bronx night, desire sparks between them like fire in a storm. But love in the underworld comes at a price. And for each of them, the past refuses to stay buried. In a city ruled by violence and secrets, can a girl from Lagos melt a heart of steel — or will she be his greatest weakness?

Max Blake thought he hit rock bottom—28, broke, abandoned by luck, and haunted by debt he couldn't escape. A once-promising student, now reduced to taking sketchy day jobs, Max's life turns from bad to worse after a mysterious hotel gig nearly gets him killed. But death doesn't come... something else does. Max wakes up in a strange wooden room, chained, confused—and awakened. A sultry, mechanical voice echoes in his mind: “Beauty Harem System activated.” From that moment on, Max’s world shifts. No longer bound by the limits of his old life, he finds himself pulled into a world of power, temptation, and destiny. With every conquest, the system grows stronger—unlocking forbidden techniques, hidden truths, and unparalleled charm that makes him irresistible to the most enchanting women. Mystical priestesses, rogue assassins, cursed princesses, seductive sorceresses—they’re all drawn to him by fate and fire. But this isn’t just a life of pleasure. Behind each beauty lies a story, a curse, or a secret that could unravel him. The deeper Max goes, the more he realizes: this system didn’t come for free and who created it. To survive, he must master passion, power, and peril—because love is war, and his harem... is just the beginning.

After a near-fatal accident, nineteen-year-old Anastasia wakes up in a collapsing dystopian world, trapped in the body of Kiah Solvane, an estranged member of a fallen noble house. Her only goal? Get back to her dying mother before time runs out. But to do that, she must navigate a city ruled by violence and secrets. To reach the Mysterious Overseer beyond the wall — the only one who might undo the glitch that brought her here — Anastasia must join a rebel group, fight through mutated Degenerates, infiltrate secret factions, and most importantly, cross a goddamn steel wall. Two years. One borrowed body. No second chances.

Luca, killed by the Demon God, woke up to find himself back on the day the "Eternal Game" launched. At this time, the game has just started, and Earth hasn't turned into a monster's paradise; everything is back to the beginning. Determined not to let the tragedies of his previous life repeat, Luca, armed with ten years of gaming experience, re-enters the world of Eternal, only to awaken the unique SSS-level talent! Starting with maxed charm! As he enters the game, pondering how to enhance his strength. A cold voice suddenly calls out: "Adventurer, wait a moment..."

In a war-torn medieval kingdom, where titles are bought with blood and betrayal, a lowborn bastard named Garran finds himself swept into a conflict not of his choosing. Pressed into levy service, he survives a slaughter meant to settle a petty border feud and discovers that in this world, loyalty is worth less than grain, and honor dies with the poor. Steel, Ash, and Oath is a slow-burning medieval kingdom-building saga of mercenary captains, broken oaths, and the high cost of power. As Garran claws his way from a spear-wielding levy to the lord of bloodied lands, he must navigate the brutal truths of war: no victory comes without a body count, no alliance without a price, and no kingdom without bones beneath its foundation. This is a story of attrition, siege lines, shifting loyalties, and hard men shaped by a harder world where oaths matter, but survival matters more.

"Not even the gods can stop me from finding my family!" Max only wanted to reunite with his parents and sister. But for that, he had to awaken a class. With no high expectations, Max would’ve been satisfied with a C or D rank. But fate had other plans. He unlocked a legendary SSS-Rank class. [Dimensional Keeper] This class changed everything. Max mastered every skill to perfection and grasped the Concepts of Space and Time while his peers were playing around with swords. In no time, he ascended to become the Keeper of the Universe. Armed with unimaginable power, Max’s journey to find his family had begun. Nothing could stop him now—not fate, not enemies, not even the mighty gods! --- Discord Link:- https://discord.gg/xPZZbXbAAq

At the end of his 999th life, the system creator congratulated him by awarding enough points to max out all his stats. For his 1,000th life, something different happened compared to his previous lives. Will the Player be able to adjust to the changes?

Feng Zhaoyun—just as his name suggests, the only time he might’ve looked even remotely ugly was probably when he was still in his mother’s womb. The only misfortune in his life? Growing up without knowing who his parents were. But that didn’t matter, because luck had always been on his side. His life went so smoothly, so absurdly well, that he never once needed help from anyone. He once thought his life would continue like that—easy and boring—all the way to the end. Until one day, he saved a drowning child… and was dragged away by the river himself. When he opened his eyes again, he was in a completely different world, in a completely different body… Heavens! Was this the universe making up for his twenty years of monotony? Finally, a little chaos! He was moved to tears! “What?! I have to share a body with someone else?! Since when did transmigration systems become this stingy?! Crossing into another world and I don’t even get a body of my own?! Where are my human rights?!” Feng Zhaoyun roared in fury. The system coldly tossed a script at him: “Complete the mission faster, and you’ll get your body faster.” “Get out of my body!” A bone-chilling voice rang from the young man who now shared a body with him, hatred dripping from every syllable—he looked like he wanted to split Feng Zhaoyun’s soul in half with a single slash. Feng Zhaoyun just chuckled: “Hehe.” He happily embraced the chaos. Unfortunately… someone else clearly wasn’t enjoying it as much. Little did Zhaoyun know, this “twist” was only the beginning… . . . There are countless people who want to bring me down... But luck has always stood with me!

After becoming a hero on earth and defeating his ex girlfriend the masterminds of nuclear meltdown across the world. Ren given a chance by God that he will live peacefully in a rogue like Dark Fantasy world. Ren accepting God offers and begin his second life in the rogue like dark fantasy work and work himself to be stronger and create his dreams life that he cant achieved in Earth.

In 2025, Earth changed forever. A mysterious energy surge triggered the rapid evolution of animals into monstrous beasts, while humans developed extraordinary abilities—but not fast enough. Cities fell. Governments collapsed. Only the powerful organizations remained. Seven-year-old Luo Yuchen, born into this chaos, loses everything when a catastrophic beast tide destroys his border city and kills his parents. Armed only with his genius intellect and a mysterious mutated puppy named Xing, he must survive the apocalyptic wilderness, where every shadow hides a new horror. From scavenging ruined military bases to evading slavers and S-rank beasts, Yuchen’s journey forces him to grow up too soon. But when he discovers his family’s dark legacy—and his own latent powers—he realizes survival isn’t enough. Hunted by beasts, betrayed by humans, and pursued by the ruthless Luo Organization (his own estranged grandfather’s empire), Yuchen must decide: Will he hide to live… or fight to reclaim the world?

An average guy somehow finds himself in the DC Universe. By some sort of miracle, he didn't go mad and ended up planning an escape. He nearly succeeded. Perhaps he succeeded a little too much. The DC universe lost a potential hero but that doesn't mean he can't be one in another place. The only problem is that the line between friend and foe is truly blurred here. Man of Steel crossover with MCU. You can find more chapters in my pa.tre.on page: https://www.patreon.com/Dragonspectre

https://www.royalroad.com/profile/654331/fictions They built the world on bloodlines, crowns, and ancient lies. But one man walks in—unchained, unknown, and untouchable. No prophecy foretold him. No throne birthed him. And no force can stand before him. Ann Zero is a being that defies record, rank, and reason. Armed with forbidden power and a name the stars themselves seem to recognize, he tears through the hierarchy of kings, mages, and monsters—exposing the rotted empires beneath. But this isn’t conquest. It’s correction. As nobles fall, dimensions fracture, and gods awaken, a single truth becomes clear: This world was never ready for him. And by the time it understands what he is… It will already be too late.

In a normal ongoing world (earth), people going on there daily tasks and working place as normal. Life continues as usual!!! Suddenly!! sky blue view slowly taken a drastic turn and slowly turns into red color like evening sky. 'Hah?? (Someone notice) Is it already 5:00 PM or what??' (While looking sharply at the sky) 'Hey! Mom look at the sky. Its kind of weird.' (A little girl noticed and calls her mother to look at the scenery.) 'Oh! Yeah it's a bit weird.' (Her mother responses) Hmm!?? Is it a hole or what?? (She looks something with wide eyes) Suddenly!! *Crack! Split!! (like a broken mirror) red sky got break like a hole in space-time fabric and...... *Whoooosh gradually taken a shape of a big blue WORMHOLE in flat horizontal way on sky and like from a complete void, some thing -- appeared.... from other side of that portal and obviously not a humanly figure but... something which we can only assume in our old fantasy stories. (Want to know?? Then go read the *PROLOGUE of this story) However in short... this sudden extraordinary and otherworldly phenomena led to a disruption in the sky, causing by some unknown huge force a pathway in space-time fabric of various distant spots to be connected with each other, leading to the interlink between foreign worlds we never even get to know through our various space operations that led to the emergence of, what we can only say is by its whole structure and function, 'A DUNGEON' throughout the whole world in different countries, places and landscape which is still hidden from human eyes. And most biggest danger these unknown and illogical things brought upon whole world is, that it filled with various malicious and deadly unknown and some unseen but heard at least once in our childhood stories, beasts or say monsters. That by there way of actions, can only be waiting to cause havoc and bloodshed over the whole of humanity, like the once done by the very 1st "Magical Beast" appeared and land his foots on this world, through the very 1st of these magical wormhole. (The one I mentioned earlier) But as there's the equal and opposite reaction of every action, there's also the emergence of a powerful enhanced group of humankind, came to be known as 'HUNTERS' that effectively have enough potential and ability required to kill the ones that are any threat to whole mankind. Though they all are itself different from other humans too. Well, How? 'Mana/Qi/Chi/Prana/Aura' as many names as clouds in sky, you can think of this kind of energy that only can be understandable in spiritual field, leaks out in open environment of earth like thin air through these gaps in space, that somehow later acts as the main source of defend line against these insane bloody creatures, along with such other extraordinary things in play too, which those who play stimulated games of offering quests and rewards upon success of that, kind of applications knows very well. And so, with this the world enter into a new phase of revolution, as with a whole new source of clean, effortless, less cost-effective and nearly in infinite amount of energy (Mana) that can also acts as a long-running fuel in many fields of mechanics and development, many new technologies and research development goals able to be achieved and developed, in just few years of that very 1st dungeon incident in the world. The overall human society! prevailing hierarchy, class, demands, requirements and goals in life, also changed and flipped in the whole different way, which fits more of a 'brute power, strength and courage to do so', rather than just how much money one have in there pocket to do so. This is a story of a one such normal human (our MC), who in human terms at now with a new prevailing way of society, is at weakest of the food chain but still solely continued his struggle to reach at the top, for achieving his own personal goals in his life. So, let's enjoy his journey in textual form.

Steel Echo A Novel by Astra K. Some echoes never fade.... No matter how fast you drive Zara Voss swore she’d never race again. Not after the night that left her broken, memory fractured, and a world she once ruled turning its back on her. But when a cryptic message lures her back to the underground circuit, she realizes the past isn’t done with her yet. Two men stand in her way. Riven “Rev” Calloway—silent, unreadable, and the only racer who ever matched her on the streets. He’s been keeping his distance, but his eyes tell a different story—one filled with secrets too dangerous to uncover. Cassian “Cass” Laurent—the golden boy turned investigator, the one who picked up her shattered pieces and made her believe she could move on. But beneath his perfect facade lies a truth he’s desperate to keep hidden. As Zara dives deeper into the shadows of the racing underworld, the echoes of that fateful night grow louder. The streets whisper of betrayal, of rivalries that never died, and of a truth she might not survive knowing. Because someone doesn’t want her to remember. And if she does—this time, they’ll make sure she never comes back.

Astra Wilson, a demonologist from Los Angeles, embarks on a groundbreaking expedition with her partner, Marcus Ryan, to uncover an ancient occult temple buried in the Egyptian desert. Hidden within the temple lies a mysterious sword, believed to be a key to a gateway to Hell. When Astra accidentally activates the sword with her blood, she unwittingly awakens its dark power. She takes the sword to a British museum, where it is unknowingly stored—until the sword's activation triggers a partial opening of the infernal gateway. Demons pour forth, possessing the dead and turning them into vessels of destruction. This cataclysm begins in Egypt and quickly spreads across Britain and the rest of the world, plunging humanity into an apocalyptic nightmare. The demon-possessed corpses infect the living by marking their hearts, slowly killing them and paving the way for more demonic hosts. Astra and Marcus join forces with a band of survivors, determined to end the demonic plague. The demons seek the sword to fully open the gateway and unleash the full forces of Hell upon the mortal world. As Astra uncovers the devastating truth—that her actions caused the apocalypse—she learns the only way to close the portal is by sacrificing herself. In a harrowing race against time, Astra fights to recover the sword and make the ultimate sacrifice, but not without losing those she holds dear. Though her heroic act succeeds in halting the first apocalypse, her story does not end there. Astra returns, transformed into a demon driven to orchestrate a second, even deadlier apocalypse that threatens to annihilate humanity. Now, the remaining survivors must confront their former ally, battling not only to stop her but also to restore her humanity before the forces of Hell consume the world entirely.

In a world where cursed blades whisper and the weight of sound can shatter a mind, Aethon, a tormented warrior bound to the sentient and bloodthirsty Reaper’s Fang, a sword that is created for the sheding of blood struggles to retain his crumbling sanity.wanting to bend him to its will, as it had done with his other predecessor. Every noise is agony, every whisper from the blade a seductive call to violence. When a moment of near-madness threatens to consume him in a crowded village square,chaos, having tame the sword he will confront a harrowing truth to survive, he may have to surrender to the very thing that gives him an edge over his enemies him.

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.

Year 2126, on a Planet called "Everions". A planet that is on the edge of advanced future technological evolution. Where madness and chaos occur. Where war begins to become an old habit, and war between nations cannot be stopped only with words. However, on the other side of it all, there is light and hope that revive the fading spirit of humanity, slowly trying to resolve all the conflicts happening on the birthplace land of every living being. --- Telling the story of a young man named Varro Lazas in a Federation Country—Exlish—a place where the difference in caste is very strongly visible, allowing the possibility of rebellion, which sooner or later will create a civil war. However, in the midst of that uproar. The Nethera Academy exists to straighten that out, a place where teenagers who have graduated from High School strive to fight for the continuity of the Country of Exlish. Not recognizing any caste, not recognizing the difference of race or skin, all are equal in the Nethera Academy system. The Nethera Academy combines two educational programs, namely: Military and Technology. Thus allowing its students to gain learning and experience that is useful in every task and responsibility. Because the Nethera Academy stands to provide opportunities to teenagers who still have a fire burning within themselves to protect their birthplace and their loved ones. Varro, as a new student born in the state of the Federation of Exlish—Exsoma—must survive the extreme training conducted by the Nethera Academy. He enrolled in the academy not without reason or just for the sake of protecting his birthplace and his loved ones. He enrolled because he had a deeper reason. He wants to reorganize the structure of the Country of Exlish, even the structure of the world. And for that, he needs what is called comrades and support. All of that he does for "Humanitarian Values", which are not only done for the Federation of Exlish or the State of Exsoma. But for the Planet Everions. That is his duty as the "Guardian of Planet Everions". ...

Skylar James is no stranger to struggle. A 20-year-old underdog surviving on scholarship, late-night shifts, and self-made grit, she moves through life with her guard high and her heart locked. Masculine-presenting, proud, and emotionally guarded, Skylar has one rule never need anyone. Avery Sinclair has everything money can buy status, luxury, a last name that opens doors before she knocks. But privilege doesn’t protect her from silence. Cold family expectations, a curated image, and an identity wrapped in gold chains keep her from asking the question she fears most: Who am I without all this armor? They are both studs. Both dominant. Both used to leading, never chasing. And neither of them has ever looked twice at someone who looked like the mirror. Until now. When a random locker assignment turns into tension that simmers in silence, Skylar and Avery find themselves circling a connection they both deny. It’s not attraction. It can’t be. They don’t fit. They’re not supposed to. But glances linger too long. Words cut too deep. And slowly, their carefully built personas begin to crack. As lines blur and walls close in, the question isn’t whether they’re falling it’s whether they’ll let themselves. Because love between two studs? That’s uncharted. Forbidden. Beautiful. And if they let it… it might just ruin them or set them free.

The Dewan Group, also known as the Dewan Mushtaq Group (DMG), is one of Pakistan's most prominent and diversified industrial conglomerates. Established approximately 80 years ago, the group has evolved into a professionally managed entity with a significant presence in various sectors. Throughout the 1990s, DMG's flagship company, Dewan Salman Fibre, was recognized as the top-rated private company in Pakistan. The group's industrial diversity was unparalleled, encompassing nine listed companies across sectors such as textiles, synthetic fibers, sugar and allied products, oil and gas exploration, automotive assembly and parts manufacturing, cement, and general trading. In the automotive sector, DMG was notable for distributing luxury brands like BMW and Rolls Royce in Pakistan. The group also ventured into retail with DMART shops and employed approximately 16,000 individuals at its peak. Despite facing financial challenges in the late 2000s, including significant debt defaults, the Dewan Group has remained a key player in Pakistan's industrial landscape. Its commitment to economic growth and sectoral diversification continues to contribute significantly to the country's development. Today, the Dewan Group comprises over 17 companies, employing more than 12,000 personnel, with an annual turnover of around Rs. 46 billion (USD 759 million) and fixed assets exceeding Rs. 27 billion (USD 447 million).

Sentenced to a high-risk experiment, genetically engineered prodigy Alec finds himself ripped from his time and dumped into a medieval world where gunpowder is nothing more than legend—and science is a forgotten myth. Stranded with only his superior knowledge and futuristic instincts, he must navigate treacherous politics, ruthless warlords, and rigid traditions to survive. With innovations far beyond the era’s comprehension, he rises through the ranks of nobility, forging alliances with powerful families—and women who see in him a chance for a new future. From a stranger in strange lands to a feared emperor, he carves out an empire from untapped resources, forgotten technology, and the unwavering loyalty of those he inspires, earning the devotion of powerful women,. But can he hold onto power when enemies lurk in every shadow, and history itself seems to push back? This is a tale of science and strategy, passion and power, set against the sprawling tapestry of a world on the cusp of transformation. If you like action-packed war, clever inventions, and a harem with heart, dive into Technocracy 101:ROTSE and watch an empire rise. Discord server now available at https://discord.gg/RRMfr8CrwN

Power is a heavy crown, and Titania—the superhuman Iron Queen of St. Petersburg—wears it with grace and fury. But the girl behind the mask? She's a neurotic mess having the worst week of her life. Roxanna Paraveesh Shapiro thought she could handle it. Moving to college. Losing the only friends she had. Balancing duty with the small hope of something resembling a normal life. Then Dianna Rodgers happened—chaotic, magnetic, utterly infuriating. A punk-rock wildcard with no powers, no fear, and no clue what she’s about to fall into. Faith, love, power, and pain collide in a world where miracles wear body armor, and salvation may come on high, but is delivered by the girl who refuses to let go. When the world expects a weapon, what happens when you give them a heart instead?

Almost His Max never asked for a miracle, but when she woke up one day as a boy, her life took an unexpected turn. With a troubled past and a fierce temper, Max had always fought for what he wanted—including Lucas, the boy he had loved for years. But Lucas never knew Max as a girl. To him, Max was just a stranger introduced by his cousin, Amigas. Fate brought them together in Thailand, where they shared a home, built a connection, and slowly fell for each other. But while Max was ready to embrace their love, Lucas feared the weight of his family's expectations. Their relationship remained a secret—until Lucas’s father found out. Disgraced and furious, Lucas’s father forced him into an arranged marriage, locking him away and sending a wedding invitation to Max as a final message. Heartbroken and betrayed, Max watched as the boy he fought for became someone else’s groom. Because in the end, he was almost his.