Speech Balloon Maker

Keith, a regular office worker from Earth, suddenly transmigrates to the world of the novel he had been reading for the past decade. The new world, which was also called Earth, was slightly different. People with various powers existed who were called awakeners, making this world comparatively dangerous and also mysterious. While he was thrown into the novel's world, he was also given a mystical ability to grant systems to other people. Armed with his special ability, he slowly climbs up the power ladder by taking "taxes" from the people he would give systems to. The only question that remained, was what would a realistic normal man, when faced with a similar minded protagonist, do when their goals opposed each other.

In the distant and mysterious interstellar world, ancient civilizations have faded like a dying candle in the wind, with shattered ruins and lost traditions lingering only in vague historical records. In this era, Dream Forgers, with their powerful mental abilities, construct dreams and engage in fierce battles with dream beasts, becoming revered figures. They are the spiritual backbone of the interstellar world, weaving dreams that connect people to the distant echoes of past civilizations. Lily, a graduate student in dream studies from Earth, found her fate dramatically altered in an unexpected twist. She was transported into the world of an interstellar romance novel, only to become the tragic side character. Despite possessing mental power, her lack of imagination became her fatal flaw in her quest to become a Dream Forger. During the Dream Forger assessment battle, other competitors showcased incredible creativity, with dreams filled with dazzling starlight and wild beasts galloping through fantastical landscapes. However, Lily could only struggle within the confines of her own mind, ultimately being eliminated for her inability to craft dreams. But the story did not end there. After her elimination, Lily did not succumb to despair; instead, she awakened in the face of adversity. As the curtain rose on the interstellar dream streaming battle, a legendary journey that would the entire interstellar world began. During the Beast Summoning Exam, while other competitors summoned common interstellar pets to engage in standard battles with dream beasts, Lily closed her eyes and took a deep breath. In an instant, a gigantic flying beast appeared out of nowhere, casting a shadow that seemed to cover the entire sky. With its wings spread wide, it looked as though it could tear the universe apart, and with each beat, the winds and clouds shifted. The interstellar audience was left speechless, their gasps of amazement echoing through the air. Lily smiled gently, silently reciting an ancient verse: "The great roc rises with the wind, soaring to ninety thousand miles in a single day." Then, in the vast sea of stars, the mythical creatures Xuanwu and Tengshe emerged, their massive forms churning the waters as if telling the tales of ancient myths. Amidst the swirling clouds, the Azure Dragon weaved through them, sometimes summoning rain and clouds, nourishing the mysterious dream world. And upon an ancient phoenix tree, a phoenix sang loudly, surrounded by fierce flames, its rebirth through fire a magnificent sight that left all who watched in awe. The interstellar people had never witnessed such a strange and culturally rich dreamscape. For a moment, the entire interstellar network erupted in a frenzy of excitement.

【StrongFL，Faceslapping】 【Superrich ML，sweet pampering】 Lin Wu was reborn. Her mother was duped into a sham marriage by a worthless man. And she herself was the pitiful illegitimate daughter kicked out of a wealthy family. She was mocked, "What can a wild child from the countryside amount to?" Facing adversity, she smiled faintly. What did being an illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family matter? She helped her poor mother to kick her worthless father to the curb, quickly gave her stepmother the boot, crushed the trash. She established her own skincare brand, living a prosperous life ever since. Forgiving her enemies? Never. If there's no justice, she will be the justice herself. —— Just as Lin Wu's life is thriving, her grandfather's family, who had been missing for many years, finally found her! And so, the woman who everyone thought was forsaken, divorced and saddled with a child, unexpectedly became the sole heir to a super wealthy family. What shocked Lin Wu even more was that her "good-for-nothing" car mechanic boyfriend transformed overnight into an unattainable top tycoon. Afterwards, Lin Wu became a lady of high society, who got everything handed to her on a platter and was pampered by the tycoon to the heavens and back. —— Later. Lin Wu had become a renowned female entrepreneur. Standing on a high platform, she delivered her speech: "Our ancestors mostly valued boys over girls. They neglected the education and growth of girls, trapped them between household and trivial matters, asserting that husband was heaven and son was earth. Once betrayed by men, these women would lose their support and be condemned as ruined!" "But today!" "Look at this plaza filled with thousands of people, they are all young female entrepreneurs, the hope of humanity!"

Ishida Riku was your quintessential high school student -easygoing, a little shy, but always up for a good time. As he celebrated his friend's birthday, laughter echoed through the party, colorful balloons bobbing in rhythm with their joyous shouts. However, the night took a wild turn when a few too many drinks struck him, sending him teetering between euphoric highs and dizzying lows. As he stumbled out of the party into the cool night air, Riku was blissfully unaware that destiny was about to turn his life upside down. With a classic, comically tragic twist of fate, our beloved Truck-kun came barreling down the street, and just like that, Riku vanished into the ether, whisked away to a land far beyond his imagination. Suddenly, he found himself reincarnated as Ray Aldihard, a character known only as a minor villain in the beloved video game 'Capture Target.This game, rife with twists, turns, and alluring characters, had pit the fateful hero against Ray, who was notoriously infamous for his cunning ways and dubious schemes. But now, with Riku's spirited presence occupying Ray's body, everything was about to change. Armed with knowledge of the game's mechanics and plot, he was determined to forge his own path-one that would not only defy the confines of villainy but also turn the tables on the unsuspecting protagonists. Join Riku as he transforms from an ordinary boy into an extraordinary figure embroiled in romance and rivalry. His escapades might just draw you in, making you wonder whether a villain can truly become a hero-or if there's still more mischief left to stir. Please support Riku with your power stones and offer your thoughts in the comments; your guidance is appreciated as he ventures deeper into this sensual saga! Warning: This is a r18 novel. MC will steal other people's women while he himself will be safe from green hat. thank you.

This story unfolds during the later stages of World War II, where a man, scarred by the horrors of war, finally grasps the profound and harsh realities of the world. In this world, those at the top laugh and celebrate, while those at the bottom sacrifice their lives in futile conflicts driven by pride and meaningless ambition. A modern soul transmigrates and fuses with the original soul of a body, creating a unique and extraordinary existence. To some, he is a villain; to others, a madman. In a world steeped in cruelty, this man, determined to secure a place among the decision-makers, struggles to break free from the ranks of those powerless to control their fate. To achieve his goal, he resolves to shatter the chains of law, then the chains of morality, and finally the chains of mediocrity.

The President's wife Emma is sick. She is bedridden and no doctor can find the cause. When she loses her speech, she must leave the country in search of treatment, leaving her husband and three children behind. While on treatment, she loses her memory. She can only remember her ex husband, and doesn't believe when he tells her she married someone else. The president, Chad, goes after the wife, kidnaps her, brings her back home and works to bring back her memory. Emma must balance being the president's wife, bringing up the children, having more children and finding out who is after her life. Being tech savvy, her husband relies heavily on her to put his enemies in line or to take them out. Her brother Jonathan, formally in the military, is a sharp mind and always looks out for the sister. Add that to her new friend Andy, a dollar billionaire and she is surrounded by power and loyalty. When Emma finally finds out who is after her life, the price is too high to pay as she must choose between her husband and her newborn son.

Mikel Woke up five days before the vampire apocalypse caused by a scientist who had been experimenting on a vampire and ended up weaponizing the vampire virus. It created a world spread outbreak mutating humans and other living things turning them into supernatural beings, vampires and ghouls. The world plants, soil and even the air became contaminated with the virus making it impossible to grow food again. Ghouls are the new species from the outbreak. They are powerful and very dangerous preferring to eat humans, vampires and werewolves alike. Mikel had a dark life during this apocalyptic era in his previous life partly because of his own fault and partly due to his bad luck. This time he somehow obtained the knowledge that he was a villain character in a novel where his twin that he hadn't met was the real protagonist who had immense good luck and a group of handsome men willing to serve him. Mikel is determined to stay away from these people this time around and use his ability to make a comfortable life for himself.

As an orphan, Jared Hale had no one to rely on except himself. His poor status made him the center of mockery in his circle of classmates in his Academy days. He worked in a small store to sustain himself as he attended the Academy. Even though he struggles to survive on his own, he studies hard and maintains his grades without failing, and he's able to graduate without fail. But life is not as easy as it sounds. He still struggles even after years. But just when he was about to give up, a blessing struck down on him as the System recognized him as a host. Now Jared has a generous Money-Maker System. He is out to splurge on his wealth as he pleases and gets revenge on the people from his past.

In a world of wealth and deceit, Zephyrine Cloutier seeks vengeance against those who destroyed her. Reincarnated two years before her tragic death, she's determined to reclaim her rightful position. But fate entwines her with Kendrick Desjardins, a brilliant entrepreneur hiding secrets of his own. Their marriage sparks a dangerous game of power, loyalty, and passion. As Zephyrine navigates ruthless business rivals, she must confront her own darkness. Will her thirst for revenge consume her, or will love redeem her? Excerpt “Don't you know how to knock? I am a lady,” Zephyrine taunted since he no longer saw her as his wife. He should endure the pain and embarrassment of barging into a lady's room. Kendrick nodded as if she wasn't talking to her, “I'll be off. Get ready if you don't want to be left alone.” He turned around and left. Zephyrine clicked her tongue, at least he was better than some men who would abandon their wives to be with their mistress. Huh? Zephyrine widened her eyes as a thought dawned on her. The word mistress actually rings a bell to her ear. Alexandra was her only competitor. Is Kendrick planning on cheating on her with Charlotte in this house? At the big entrance gate was a name engraved, Paradisio Elite. Zephyrine's expression changed, the car was not stopped by the gatekeepers at the gate. With a light push, the door opened wide enough for them to enter. Zephyrine was sure that by the end of the day, she would have to go to the hospital to get glasses. No word was enough to compliment the house. Her heart warmed up when she thought of how much he must have spent on the design. She bit her lip and held Kendrick's hand, “I..” “Welcome home!” The sound of popping balloons stopped Zephyrine from saying what she had been trying to control. Zephyrine looked in the direction and her expression turned awful. Her impression of Kendrick turned bad and to be honest, she was like what the heck! Alexandra?

In the vast multiverse, a legendary being named Sahil Patel stands at the pinnacle of existence. His status transcends the boundaries of mere mortals, as he possesses unimaginable power and a plethora of talents that defy comprehension. Sahil is not bound by conventional limitations; he is a master of reality itself, equipped with a system that grants him the ability to edit anything according to his desires. Upon the moment of his birth and integration with the system, Sahil and his boundless capabilities become intertwined, forging a connection that ensures their lives are inseparable. The system, sworn to never harm its master in any way—physically, mentally, or otherwise—exists solely to aid Sahil in his adventurous journey through life. Sahil Patel's attributes are beyond quantification, with levels exceeding 999 in every conceivable category. His eyes possess unparalleled vision, including the Eye of Heaven, All-Seeing Eyes, Eye of Technology, Eye of True Vision, Eye of Insight, Pupil of Time and Space Nirvana, Omniscient Eye, and more. As for his class, occupation, and talents, Sahil boasts an extensive array of SSSSS+ level abilities, including Endless Extraction, Multiverse Extraction, Dream Maker, 100% Drop Rate, Elemental Control, Game Clone, Permanent Buff, Illusion, Monster Merging, and countless others. These talents are locked, waiting to be unlocked at Sahil's whim, offering a vast array of possibilities for his journey. His bloodline remains shrouded in mystery, and his mana/Qi is limitless. Sahil possesses an innate Dao Body, a Gamer Body, a God Emperor Glazed Body, and various other divine physiques that make him an immortal force to be reckoned with. Sahil's Dao is an Ultra-Ancient Supreme God-Level Dao, and his aura is that of the Lord of Aura, complemented by the Banished Immortal Aura emanating from the Ultimate Star. Halo-wise, he is the Lord of Halo, while his charm level stands at an astonishing 999+. Titles such as Undeniable Charm adorn Sahil's legendary persona, and his magical prowess is infinite. His skills include Instant Mastery*100 million, Magic Barrier, Soul Detection, Calm Aura, Absolute Control, and many more. Martial arts and soul weapons are in abundance, with an infinite variety at his disposal. The powers and abilities bestowed upon Sahil include the reality-editing prowess of the Reality Editor, the vast knowledge of the Digital Library of Heaven Path + Ai, and the omnipotent skill of All-Creation. His inventory consists of enigmatic items such as the All-Rounded Void Camera, King Treasure, and Quantum Smart Phone. Sahil's personal shop transcends imagination, containing everything from movies, TV series, novels, games, comics, cartoons, anime, and more. He even possesses a Minecraft world with creative and survival modes, a world-travel ability, and a pocket world under his absolute control. In summary, Sahil Patel, the Perfect Embodiment with Meta Probability Manipulation, stands as an unrivaled force in the cosmos, wielding the power to shape reality itself and embark on an adventure beyond the limits of imagination. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AN OVERPOWERED CHARACTER THT YOU CAN WISH

England, 1888. Two women. One love story. A revolution that will change history. Nell Hastings has spent her life in silence, trapped by Victorian society’s rules for women of her class. Clara Whitmore has never been silent a day in her life, her fiery speeches and underground activism making her a target of the system she fights to dismantle. When Nell and Clara’s paths cross in the suffragist movement, they find in each other not only the courage to fight—but the freedom to love. From clandestine print shops to the steps of Parliament, their partnership grows into a rebellion that threatens to topple the world around them. But the cost of freedom is high. Pursued by the ruthless Henry Lockwood, they must decide how much they are willing to sacrifice for their beliefs—and for each other. Love and Rebellion is a heart-wrenching tale of forbidden love, defiance, and the enduring power of hope.

[An apocalypse is a revelation: seeing something which has been hidden...From the Greek word, Apokálypsis, which means "lifting of the veil", or finding out something secret... Used in everyday speech, it usually means “the end of the world”, based off of its religious use.] - Wikipedia Waking up at the beginning of the apocalypse was not the worst thing happening to our MC. He not only did not remember a thing, but was also somewhat impaired. Navigating through dilapidated streets filled with questionable sand, he picks up a friend. Meeting a group of survivors and getting his own ability wasn't too bad either. However, he was experiencing a growing headache. 'Hey! Stop being gay with me!' Every time his friend gets an inch, he craves a mile; what's the matter with that clingy fellow? Both MC and ML straight, mutual bending, shou perspective / perspective of MC and ML, they will probably be a reversible couple…, love interest falls in love first, more on the romance side. WARNING: SWEARING, BLOODY, GORE

‘How did this happen’ The young man, practically a boy, looked at the scene in front of him. In just one glance it was possible to see dozens of people, more closely he was sure there could be hundreds or thousands of people prostrating themselves in front of him. From the center of the city square to the adjacent streets in front of the temple, with a frightening similarity to what happened in the Vatican when the Pope gave a speech. The young man sitting on a throne too big for him, inside a marble temple he could see expressions of happiness, reverence, gratitude and in some a small hint of fear. Not that he paid much attention to the others, his attention was mainly drawn to the group directly below the throne. This group was made up of people of various ages, from old men with gray and wrinkled hair, but with strangely healthy bodies and postures upright like poles, to young people of various ages including children. What this group in particular had in common was their expression, which could only be described as fanatical as they looked at the young man. The only thing that was going on in the young man's head, with all this excessive attention, was simply... ‘How did things get like this?!!!! I was just playing a game!!!!’ In a room in an ordinary apartment, in an ordinary city. A seemingly ordinary young man could be seen lying in bed with a cell phone on his chest. The cell phone was on and showing scenes from what appeared to be a game. With a small and intriguing coincidence that the young man sitting on a huge throne inside a marble temple was completely identical to the sleeping young man. ********************************************** Thanks to ImagineArt for the image

From Fragment to another, exploring various stories and building up his own story... Torren awakens inside the Story World, and he doesn't know where this is, or what he's supposed to do. He doesn't even remember his own life from before. Follow him through his journey inside the Story World.

Breasts are NOT supposed to spontaneously grow for no reason. Women's personalities do NOT flip on their heads without warning. These are two things Tsunade believes wholeheartedly. Until Hinata's embarrassingly large girls begin to expand even bigger than before. Heralding her devolution from a sweet and innocent young lady into a foul-mouthed slut with tits like weather balloons. Tsunade intends to find out why.

Power is Truth! The Iron Chancellor Bismarck once said, "The great issues of the day will not be settled by speeches and parliamentary resolutions... but by iron and blood." Military enthusiast Qin Tian has been reborn as the fifth son of Wilhelm II, Prince Oscar. Originally just wanting to live a carefree life, he unexpectedly becomes the heir to this empire. To save his own life, Qin Tian must think of every possible way to ensure Germany wins the war! Qin Tian’s goal: "With the sword of Germany, to gain land for the plow of Germany, to secure daily bread for the people of Germany, and to fight for sunlit land for the Germanic nation!"

A speech-impaired girl's life is remade with people who suddenly enter her life.

Long ago, the gods created a world full of beauty & resources; ready to embrace all life that would come to inhabit it, the world started to become populated with animals, plants, and sentient beings like elves, beastmen, demons, humans, and more. At first, the races lived in harmony, and the gods granted blessings to help them grow, build, and hunt. It was wondrous, but then, conflict started to rise between the races; as time passed, darkness began to fester in their hearts: they grew envious of the others strengths, anxious & fearful at what they could do, disgusted at their appearances. Pressure continued to rise until it couldn’t any longer, and the Grand War descended upon those prepared and unprepared… The gods knew the sentient races couldn’t exist without conflict, as they themselves couldn’t, but to see how fast they have fallen into madness… Destruction erupted and came to every corner of the world, nothing was untouched by the war, millions of lives were gone in the blink of an eye for the gods, and there was no end in sight. The world that they all created together was being destroyed bit by bit by the war, but only when the races started committing unspeakable acts to each other and their own, even to the very world to gain unnatural power did they intervene. They all unified and came to an agreement. They descended to their now ruined world and forced the fighting to a close with their power and might. Once that was done, they enforced an enactment across the world; a price for all the terrible happenings during the Grand War. For all things, no matter how far away they were, they heard these words: "You had peace, you had hope, you all had a beautiful world, but now, you have BURNT it to the ground, you all have done sick, twisted deeds to gain the slightest edge in battle… We gave blessings, with the goal to help and spread growth, but you have absconded from our wishes and only used them for self-interest and murder… There was no need for such a large and bloody war to happen, yet this is what it came down to, the war wasn’t going to end before taking the entire world down with it. And so, we had no other choice but to get involved. We gods have decided upon a fitting punishment for ALL to live under… The world shall be refitted anew with resources to make up for what has been destroyed, burned, and the horrid damage to the planet will be reversed, however, since all of you created conflict with each other in a peaceful world, we thought you all would make peace with one another in a violent one. In 10 years time, monsters shall start roaming the world, spreading forth the destruction you all once wrought… Apart, you have no chance to survive the tide of change, but together, you will survive. That is all…prepare with these 10 years, and we wish you all the best of luck." The entire speech was done by the leader of the gods, the Goddess of Creation. And with a bright flash of light, they couldn't see anything, but once their vision returned, they were surprised. The gods were gone, and the world was no longer broken, scarred... but it wasn’t as beautiful as before the Grand War, this was an unspoken punishment from the gods: the world would NOT return to how it was, no matter how much they pleaded for its beauty to return. There was another untold punishment that everyone noticed imminently on reawakening, that their previous powers were now gone! All forms of power were reset to zero, and they would have to start from scratch! Without them being able to curse out the goddess for this indignation in fear of the incoming catastrophe, the races began to rebuild and train to recoup their strength. While they had made peace and worked mutually, there was always an underlying conflict, intolerance, lingering from the Grand War. As their time came to a close, things came to fruition just as the goddess said, monsters now roamed the world, spreading the havoc once sown by their own hands.

Fu Youngchan is an award winning actor. He was known as 'The Multifaceted Genius' in the entertainment circle due to the variety of roles that he played in every movie or series. Every character that he plays, struck to the hearts of many people due to the genuine feeling that Youngchan was able to make them feel. He reached the peak of his popularity at the age of 31. And is currently receiving the Grand Slam title for winning all 3 of the major film awards. He said his carefully written speech on the stage accompanied by the claps and admiration of the people around him. He then left the stage carrying the trophies contentedly. When the awarding ceremony finished, he came home and slept with a smile on his face. But when he woke up, he was in an empty white room with an overly enthusiastic system with him. Eh?

FROM THE MAKER'S OF ANGELIC ALLIANCE- The angelic alliance has to deal with big threat's with evil masterminds but during holiday's that's when everyone is on high alert because evil masterminds become stronger and appose a bigger threat and is more unpredictable due to the strange affect from holidays, will the angelic alliance handle this new threat?

After reporting crimes at his school, Liam becomes the scapegoat for a system desperate to protect its reputation, labeled a liar and cast aside. Inspired by Alan Andrews's fiery speech after a school shooting, Liam decides to expose the corruption he uncovers, only to find himself fighting a dangerous battle against an institution willing to destroy him to maintain its facade. As threats and manipulation escalate, Liam is pushed to his limits, testing his resilience and resolve. PowerLess explores the devastating cost of seeking justice in a world designed to silence the truth, forcing Liam to confront what it truly means to stand up against an unforgiving system.

Travel to a fantasy world and see how the protagonist creates his own miracle

It is TWISTED SAGA Series' 1st story Sankalp Singh Rathod, Rahat Raichand and Shawkat Raichand......3 of them have been planning a trip to Manali before even their final semester started! Just when they were ready to roll another one joined their merry little band, Blaze Aragon.....who, in a way Sankalp's big brother and Sankalp can't say no to him,......but then, What could possibly go wrong! wait until you meet the 5th addition who is a combination of naïve, quirky, clumsy, carefree, overtalkative, and mischievous..... Let the adventure begins! And who knows, maybe something more than that....... It's a light hearted short story! #FUSION

In a world where magic cards determine power and prestige, Dekan, a 15-year-old card maker with unmatched skill, unintentionally creates cards that disrupt the very foundation of the Royal Capital’s elite Hevenlit Magic Academy. Armed with his unorthodox creativity and a knack for designing hilariously overpowered yet bizarre cards, Dekan sets out on a journey to master his craft, make a fortune, and live a carefree life. But as his seemingly innocent creations turn the world of magic upside down, Dekan finds himself at the center of chaos—gaining allies, enemies, and an unshakable reputation along the way. With exams to conquer, rivalries to face, and Shadow Worlds threatening the kingdom, Dekan must prove that even the most unconventional methods can lead to legendary success. Funny, thrilling, and full of surprises, this is a tale of ingenuity, ambition, and the magic of thinking outside the deck. This is a translation . Original- https://www.ciweimao.com/book/100315868

when a uniquelly trouble maker girl who want to live her life normal like others get involved into a magic missions unknowingly by her destiny , and she was unknown about her missions and what future holds for her. everything is unexpected in her life even destined future # her love how her love chemistry happend. will she able to protect world? she will be able or not to live likr normals what happen in her life by her destiny. what she meant to be? she is in a story which end is not defined. what her future hold for her?

A Note from Barnaby Twiddlepot Dear Reader, Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Barnaby Twiddlepot—inventor, dreamer, and, some might say, the architect of one of the most infamous culinary catastrophes in history: The Great Spaghetti Incident. It is a tale as tangled and twisted as the spaghetti it spawned, and I feel both duty-bound and curiously delighted to tell you my side of the story. This book is not merely an account of the absurd events that unfolded in Flipsville that fateful summer. No, it is a testament to ambition gone awry, to the sheer unpredictability of invention, and to the fragile boundary between genius and madness. What began as an innocent attempt to revolutionize dinner parties ended with an entire town engulfed in a wave of pasta-shaped pandemonium. Through these pages, you will witness my humble beginnings, the birth of the Spaghettifier, and the escalating chaos that turned my quaint little backyard laboratory into ground zero for an unprecedented incident. You will laugh, you will cringe, and perhaps you will even find yourself questioning your next plate of spaghetti. This is not merely my story. It is the story of a town, a machine, and a series of events that would forever etch the name Flipsville into the annals of culinary history. I have done my best to recount the events faithfully, but let me assure you, the truth is stranger than any fiction I could ever concoct. So, prepare yourself, dear reader, for a journey into the absurd. As you turn these pages, remember: no noodle is ever just a noodle, and sometimes, the simplest ideas can spiral completely out of control. Bon appétit... and good luck. Yours in tangled ambition, Barnaby Twiddlepot Inventor, accidental calamity maker, and reluctant chronicler of the Great Spaghetti Incident.

Duke Kartier, a powerful figure in the Alkaraz empire, acquired Fatima as a slave during a sale at an auction house, a transaction that would irrevocably shape her future. The details of her life before remain questionable to all but a select few, as her origins, family, and history are shrouded in mystery. Despite her claims of being a lowborn, the subtle elegance in her movements and speech reveal a hidden, privileged past each day. Fatima’s unconventional charisma, though met with disdain by most, unexpectedly gained her the attention of Duke Kartier’s eldest son and his friend, the crown prince of Alkaraz. Will she successfully maintain her anonymity until the optimal moment, or will she fail and perish in a foreign land? What secret is the Emperor of Alkaraz keeping from the crown prince?