Sprig Tempered Glass

Zhypher Armon, a cold and ruthless divorced billionaire, has driven away 156 maids with his impossible demands and fiery temper. But when his ailing mother needs care, the search for a new maid begins. Celeste Cameron , a 21-year-old desperate to escape her painful past, becomes the 157th maid. With nowhere else to go, she’s determined to stay, no matter how cruel or testing Zhypher may be. As tempers flare and walls crumble, their clash sparks something neither of them expects. In a mansion full of secrets and pain, will Celeste survive Zhypher’s storms, or will she be the one to change him? One chance. One test. One spark. Will the 157th maid stay?

“Delete my game account and have a mansion on the outskirts of the city?” Am I being treated as an abandoned dog? How laughable! Former Vice Guild Leader of a Super Guild in the game Divine World, Xu Feng, was ultimately discarded. Despite pouring his heart and soul into the Reaver Guild, Xu Feng found himself no better than a discarded stray. Luckily, fate had other plans for him. Upon falling asleep at night, Xu Feng miraculously found himself to be reincarnated. “You people will soon regret your choices,” Xu Feng fixed the position of his glasses and ensured they would pay the price. --------- Discord: https://discord.gg/7hXBJ7Rkdb

A thousand-year dynasty would inevitably face decay, and a hundred-year noble family would eventually return to dust. What in this world could last forever? Was it an Immortal Body, tempered a thousand times, or the Martial Arts will, in Heart Unity with heaven and earth? Chen Mu came to this world, his sword in hand, and when he turned back at dusk, countless heroes and millennium-old Demons had all turned to dust, leaving only one person on the road paved with yellow sand.

He was the king of the Soldier Kings! He was the Grim Reaper of the assassin world! He was endlessly arrogant! The formidable Ye Long, having left the mysterious military unit, returned to Hua Du to fulfill the mysterious elder's command to protect the beautiful lady boss.

   In a world divided by realms, each brimming with vibrant cultures and lurking dangers, siblings Emilia and Pasta set out to experience the thrill of an adventure before returning home. Accompanied by their bodyguard, a renowned swordsman, they venture across lands on the brink of war, where ambition and the lust for power threaten to consume everything. And who else can stop this but three quirky adventurers?  As the trio navigate mysterious lands and encounters both allies and adversaries, the swordsman must protect his charges while confronting the shadows of his past. A fun-loving trio, a richly detailed power system, unforgettable characters, and a glass of comedy to wash it all down This novel is a part of my larger series that has yet to be released. 

A young girl abandoned and left with nothing to her name had sworn revenge on the one who caused her to live in pain and suffering, which meant being rich and powerful enough to do so. But before she could even get close to fulfilling her goal, at age sixteen, she gets struck by lightning. Fortunately, but unfortunately, she gets another chance at life. Instead of dying and becoming reborn into the same life on earth, she gets reincarnated into a fantasy world. A strange place filled with strange beasts, mystical plants, and....a tail?! A tail was stuck to her lower back, and two fluffy ears on her head. She wasn't just reincarnated into a world of mythic beasts; she was one. A nine-tailed fox. Though her past world and her current world were complete opposites, there was one thing they both had in common: survival of the fittest. Killed or be killed. Only the way she could be killed in this mythic world was far different from her last one. Unexpected things turn up in every corner, none she could ever be prepared for. But she wasn't planning to die a second time. She had to evolve to get stronger, more powerful, and successful. She couldn't live the life she always wanted in her last life, but it could be more than just a daydream in this life. With a sure goal set in mind, she travels continents to learn, master her ability, and evolve, all while making long-lasting friendships and everlasting enemies. But still with deep-rooted anger and hatred for the one who had impaired her with deep scars that could never be healed unless by revenge, which could never be done, and the difficulties she went through for years before she died, her consistent temper rekindles at the slightest spark of the past. What would unfold if what she's been waiting for unexpectedly comes knocking at her door?

“Lila, will you stop looking like someone dragged you to the funeral of a relative?” Diana shouted over the music, pulling me forward by the wrist. "It's a club! You're supposed to have fun, get a life!" Fun of course, I should get much of it as much as I want. It's true. The fun was finding your trusted boyfriend of three years in bed with no other but your best friend. The pleasure was being humiliated and left alone with the pieces of your self-esteem shattered before you, with no attempt of repair. I didn't want to be here, but Diana insisted and I was too numb to argue or go against her wish. "I'm not sure that's a good idea," I said, rising a little on my heels. "Oh, don't complain anymore," Diana cried, pouring a funny looking cocktail into her hand. Her lipstick spread in a sly smile. "Drink enough of this. You need much of it to relax." I looked at the glass like a time bomb, everything about it looked suspicious. "I don't drink." "There's always a first time, you'll drink tonight." Diana clinked her glass with mine. "Trust me, one sip won't kill you." I hesitated, but the words "trust me" did something funny to my pride. I didn't want her to think I was weak, not capable of making choices, not after everything I'd been through. So I took a sip. The bitterness from a single sip burned my throat and I grimaced, but Diana was already putting another glass in my hand. "Come on baby girl!" she shouted at me. On the third glass, the room began to tilt dangerously. The lights dimmed and my thoughts became unclear, unhealthy and shattered. "Diana," I managed to murmur, trying to calm every bit of myself down. "I think I probably should sit for a moment..." "Okay, then!" she interrupted, leading me towards a group of men seated in a VIP area enclosed by ropes. "Come on, sister, let's meet real men that make things happen. Forget about that cheating loser of yours! It's time to wine and dine with the happening men." "Wait, I don't...I can't..." I stammered as my legs flopped under me. Before I knew it, a man smelling of sweet cologne pulled me into his hairy lap. "Hey, pretty girl," he said, his smile stretching too far. I tried to pull away, but my arms felt like jelly. "No, I don't...I can't..." "Relax," he said, running his rough hand up my thigh. "Keep your silly hands off me!" I tried to scream with my whole strength, but it was weak. Panic gripped my throat. And then, suddenly, I was pulled to my feet miraculously. "What are you planning to do to her?" a cold, loud voice cut through the chaos. I closed my eyes, my vision flickering, until my gaze landed on the man standing before me. He was tall, with a jaw so sharp it could cut glass and eyes the color of ice. His tailored suit clung to him like a second skin, and his presence was so imposing that the fat man retreated. Heartbroken after discovering her boyfriend's infidelity, Lila Monroe is pushed into a one-night stand by her jealous step-sister, Diana. Unknowingly, she ends up in the bed of billionaire Sebastian Knight, instead of a random guy as planned by Diana. Their paths cross again months later, when Lila is forced to marry Sebastian to protect her mother's political image. To complicate matters, Sebastian's brother, Ethan, who Lila had a childhood crush on, lives in the same house and rekindles old feelings. Torn between two brothers, Lila struggles to overcome the complexities of love, betrayal, and family rivalry. As enemies close in and secrets are revealed, Lila must choose between the man who challenges her and the one who still make feel safe.

Cyrus is a young man who wakens on the shores of Arkendel, with no memories of his past besides his name, and only a strange amulet in his possession. In an attempt to learn more about himself, he sets off on a journey to reach the opposite side of the continent. Along the way, he discovers a strange magic residing within his body, which grants him power over all of nature, but using it comes at the cost of his humanity. Still, it may be the only way he'll ever reach the end of his journey, as a plague of stone rises to stop him.

After waking up from a coma induced by grave injuries by his father, Johnathan remembers his past life on earth. He also remembers that the world he currently lives in is no more than a mere slop novel, meant to entertain addicted readers and farm power stones. "... So, I'm destined to die, huh... Cruel fate.", he calmly muttered. "We'll see who kills whom...", he gritted his teeth and stared into the distant sky.

Dawn Carter, a boy living what was considered a normal life, was met with an unusual circumstance that changed the course of everything he ever knew. In able to survive, he must adapt to his new reality, but it is not a simple task. Follow the story of Dawn Carter in his pursuit to uncover new mysteries planted in his life, and his epic tale of survival in a universe where nothing is guaranteed. I am using this story as an outlet to learn how to become better at writing, so please keep that in mind! Glass Sky is a completely original story created by me "killdawn" and is ongoing as well. I genuinely hope whoever reads my work enjoys it, thank you!

Written on a stone tablet, were the prophecy of five heroes. One of Justice, One of Diligence, One of Charity, One of Gratitude, and One of Temperance. They all worked together to save the world of Feier from the Devil King and his Demons, they are the pillars of a bright future, as they passed a few hundred years ago. The Heroes stand as a structure of growth, hope and law in hopes of a new group of heroes willing to stand against the future threats and quite possibly... A New Demon King.

[highly mature book] [crime and psychological thriller webnovel] *[This novel takes a refreshing break from overused plot tropes such as the billionaire playboy or bad boy falls for good girl. This is a new taste of mystery/thriller genre that offers something new, something deeper and darker]* In the opulent streets of Beverly Hills, a string of murders sends shockwaves through the city, Los Angeles. Each victim is left with their eyes replaced—a signature as chilling as it is mysterious. Detective Lorenzo Hoffman, a seasoned investigator known for his unrelenting focus, is drawn into a case that grows darker with every clue. The criminal is a world class opthomologist and in the eye of public, she is perceived as innocent for her breathtaking beauty and noble profession. As he digs deeper, Hoffman finds himself entangled in a web of psychological manipulation and hidden motives, where nothing is as it seems. The killer’s methods are calculated, their presence elusive, and their purpose disturbingly personal. With each revelation, Hoffman is forced to confront not only the darkness of the case but also the shadows within himself. The glass ball eyes is a gripping tale of obsession, deception, and the thin line between justice and madness. When every truth feels like a trap, can Hoffman uncover the killer before they strike again?

In an ordinary life with her mundane family, she is persuaded by her best friend, Arabella, to attend a lavish party thrown by King Magdon for his son, Prince Ariel. But the evening takes a deadly turn when her best friend betrays her, leading to her untimely death. Possessed by a new spirit, she is unexpectedly crowned "Queen of the Day" after unknowingly drinking from a glass with a hidden "Queen’s Ring." As the Chosen Lady, she finds herself at the heart of a prophecy meant to unite the human world with the realm of the gifted. Burdened with the task of mastering her powers to prevent a catastrophic war, she faces a daunting choice: marry for love or for duty. Will she follow her heart or succumb to the weight of her destiny?

This is being moved over here from Wattpad. The summary is irrelevant since I don't have a clear direction. This idea came to me in a dream, and even though I have never written a story in my life, I had the urge to write a story around the one scene I remember. When I started writing, ideas came into my head like water into a glass.

Rule of seduction number four, set the stage and make sure it looks real, if you get caught up in your own web of lies all is lost. Walking past the said couple, accidentally my heels caught on the trail of my dress, and somehow I was in his arms, while half my wine glass emptied down the fine male specimen. Damn, what a waste of good wine. It would have done for other "coughs lightly", more sensual purpose. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Copyright Aquah-goddess Disclaimer: I do not own any of the pictures all credit goes to their rightful owner Warning: contains mature scenes enter at your own risk

Ahn Jae Joon is cast aside by everyone he trusted and he is then driven to suicide. After being given a chance at life again, he decides to make his wrongs right and rewrite destiny, he will make the right friends and love the right person but can he really change his destiny to die at age 28? follow Jae Joon on his journey and how he conquers fate. "I will rise from the slump no matter what and y'all better watch out for me" Jae Join smirks and gulps down his glass of beer.

Haunted by the ghosts of a troubled past and trapped in a silent war with their own mind, Alex lives in the shadows of their inner world. Days blur in solitude until they meet Emma, whose quiet understanding stirs something Alex thought was long buried—a yearning for connection. As they navigate late-night conversations steeped in secrets and unspoken fears, Alex feels the pull of a dark abyss, tempered only by a fragile thread of faith. But in a world of fleeting ties and fractured memories, Alex must confront the question that haunts them: can they truly escape the darkness, or are they destined to remain bound within it?

"Awareness" is a dark-themed dystopian novel set in the fractured world of Nova Terra, where humanity's thoughts are no longer their own. Bound by the oppressive grip of the Hotep-glasses worn from birth that manipulate perception and suppress free will-people live in unquestioning submission. But for those known as Familiaris, whose glasses are cracked and distorted, fragments of a forbidden truth begin to surface. These cursed individuals are shunned, feared, and pushed to the brink of madness as their fractured vision reveals the lies holding their world together. At the heart of the story is Kaduri Chazoi, a curious boy who grows into the masked symbol of rebellion, Eleven. Torn between his humanity and his mission, Kaduri leads a desperate fight for freedom against the tyrant Dux, whose traumatic past fuels his obsession with absolute control, and the Veraces, a faction of Familiaris who will stop anyone from toppling the system they fear will plunge the world into chaos. Brimming with psychological conflict, moral complexity, and high-stakes action, "Awareness" explores the fragility of truth, the cost of rebellion, and the unyielding courage it takes to break free from chains-both seen and unseen.

Earth is gone. Reid Brown wakes up at an unfamiliar terrain inside a tree hundreds of metres above the ground. The world he new is no longer there, but his curiosity is picked and his excitement sparked. Join him to explore the Brave new world .

[Welcome to the 4th Dimension] Ari is a girl who's best friend committed suicide on her 20th. After being sent down a depressed spiral a gift from her aunt gives her a way to bring her back. Using a unique glass of milk she's sent to the 4th Dimension, a place where lost souls can be saved and returned Now with the help of a talking panda bear and some new friends she journeys through to retrieve the souls of people who have taken their own lives and save the life of her lost friend.

The biggest mistake of Alicia's life, was trying to commit suicide. She found herself in the body of a 19 years old princess in exile, in the middle ages. What's more? She was forced to marry Prince Harold; the infamous white-haired hot tempered Prince who wouldn't mind killing someone for the most irrelevant reason. Now, her wedding is only a few hours from now and the 'princess', which happens to be Alicia, is supposed to display some 'princessly' skills to the guest. Quick question: Is twerking allowed in the middle ages? She knew one thing for sure, the wedding was going to be a disaster and the hot tempered prince was going to kill her before she found her way back home. God Help Her! ThatAmazingGirl in collaboration with Miss_Behaviour (The writers of In Love With A Klepto) is bringing you another book. "THE CURSED PRINCE'S STRANGE BRIDE" What would you do if you suddenly found yourself in the body of a princess in the ancient time? What's more, he isn't only a werewolf, he is also cursed by the moon goddess. EXCERPT: What should she do? She was confused and had no idea what was going on. Weddings in the middle ages was weird! What the hell is 'Virtues recitation'? Should she pretend to faint? That was the only thought that made sense. So that was what she did. She slowly collapsed on the ground and heard how everyone began to gasp and exclaim.  Alicia wanted them to take her out of there and then she would find a way to escape. But maybe she was unlucky after all, because when she peeped under her lashes, wondering why no one was coming to carry her out, she saw a golden robe, before the person crouched down in front of her. She shut her eyes tightly and stilled her breath. She was an actress, after all. She could pull this off flawlessly.  "That was a bad act, my lady." The deep voice spoke, causing goosebumps to rise on her skin. Scary. "I will only give you three seconds to get up."  His voice wasn't really threatening, but somehow he commanded fear, especially with the slow and careful way he spoke. She had heard he was bad-tempered. What would he do after the three seconds passed? Would he kill her? Then would she die here? How did he even know she was pretending? Were people in the middle ages usually smart? She opened one eye to peek at him and saw him staring right at her with a smirk.  THERE WAS NO WAY THE WEDDING WASN'T HAPPENING. SHE WAS SO DEAD! ******* Werewolf (Check) Cursed prince (Check) Transmigration (Check) Comedy (Check) Romance (Double Check) ADD TO YOUR LIBRARY!

Lily, to spare her remarried father troubles and avoid being a cash machine, decides to flash-marry a stranger, Owen Matthews. She had assumed married life would be ordinary but respectful and mundane. It never crossed her mind that her new husband would be clingy like a piece of gum stuck to the bottom of a shoe.Whenever she faces a problem, Owen promptly appears to help, and she realizes her daily smiles have multiplied with him around. However, as their affection deepens, Lily senses something amiss. "Owen, do you know the CEO of Wisdom Forge Corporation well?" He adjusts his gold-rimmed glasses, solemnly stating, "That would be me, and you're the CEO's wife. Any issues?"

Su Nan accidentally came into contact with a game called "Demon World" and obtained a unique talent. Just as he thought he would showcase his skills in the game, he discovered various signs indicating that the game he played was not simple. Rampaging players, immortal demons, possessed monsters... All sorts of incredible things happened one after another, and the real world gradually became bizarre. Sensing the danger around him, Su Nan decisively chose to secretly develop himself. When the game merged with reality, he looked back and realized that he had long become the biggest demon in the eyes of the players.

Vale Nerine was a strange cake. A cake with different flavors, holding a taste impossible to replicate by human food. And this perfect creature, the perfect cake, could only be gotten by the person in him being crushed to tasteless flour. Mixed with hypnotic sweetness, leavened by a sprinkle of torture. A crack of psych, a melting of resistance, and a glass of defensive apathy. Before being baked by the bakers with precision into this pinnacle of excellence. The five forks had a change of mind. They all wanted a bite.

All for the attainment of her parent's recognition, even going as far as breaking her moral boundaries and being a spy in the rival company. But eventually, they didn't hesitate to throw her under the bus leading to her marriage to the most feared business tycoon, a man who says little and glares at you through his glasses all the time. But what if this marriage is a gateway to hidden truth? A past she never knew she had and the reason for her parents' nonchalant treatment.

Sorra's mom was the last person to call her by her true name. When Sorra was merely six years old, her mother abandoned her. She promised to come back but never did. Sorra couldn't help but feel betrayed. She certainly didn't want anything to do with a traitor, therefore she'd changed her name. Sorra is currently seventeen, living with her best friend May. There are problems in school, or outside with people hence her hot temper, but nothing compares with what happens when she sees a familiar car in the school parking lot... Will Sorra's mother care enough to come back to see her only daughter, or did she forget she had one, as Sorra had assumed? Maybe she's not her only daughter after all. Read on to find out what mysteries there are, that even Sorra herself does not know about.

Synopsis: Derrick is a young wizard entrusted with managing the Cross Bone Gate Prison and leading his new companions in the early years of the "What's Behind the Looking Glass" series. However, they soon discover that they are up against dark forces, known as the Night Walkers or Shadow People, attempting to manipulate the Moon Goddess, an oracle of great power, before she awakens and realizes her true potential. The Moon Goddess and her new friends are set up on a quest to locate the Five Keys of Destiny, which the Gods of all realms have concealed. These are formidable artifacts that can only be wielded by the individual known as the White Solon to defeat those who seek to alter the very fabric of time. They must prevent the maleficent wizard hid Morgan from obtaining both the Five Keys of Destiny and Godhood, as he intends to enslave all of humanity, aided by his minions, such as the Night Walkers and others. Throughout their journey, they are tested by the Gods themselves and learn that they are not truly alone as they meet the High Elders to protect these realms but of themselves. They found love, adventure, and knowledge about the true purpose of God, as each of their destiny was revealed, by setting the stage long before the White Solon was born.

Book 2, Mask Behind the Shadows, continues the series of What's Behind the Looking Glass. In this installment, EJ Stuart, a young boy trapped behind the Looking Glass, is on the verge of becoming the White Solon - the one person who can save all realms, including his own. However, before he can fulfill his destiny, he must face numerous obstacles. One such obstacle is Morgan, an evil wizard from the Shadow Realm, and his master, Hess Lotti. Both of them want to manipulate EJ to change his destiny and become gods, ruling over all human races. Fortunately, the Gods of Light have come to EJ's aid. But before they can help him, EJ must prove himself to his friends, family (the Downings), and many mythical beings from behind the looking glass. Together, with their support, they bring the Shadow Realm to its knees.

In the modern era of martial world, the human races fought endlessly against stellar beast. Chu Yan traveled through time and become a senior high school student, and found that he could improve everything. [ Consuming the attributes point for upgrading Qualification into Supreme Level ] [ Consuming the attributes point for upgrading Swallowing Chaos Arts Body Tempering ] In shot, everything in this world can be improved. With the system, it start the beginning of Chu Yan path in order to reach the peak of universe.