Half A Dollar Put On The Table For Old Port

As a king standing at the top of the pyramid, he has long been accustomed to feeling superior. He is aloof and abstinent from women. Under various pressures from his family, he chose her. However, she reacted so slowly that it took her a long time to realize his feelings. Yet, on the day of the engagement, he appeared, holding another woman's hand. She froze in shock, unable to speak a word. "You know what? This is what you owe me!" he said nastily. Later, fate dealt her a cruel blow: the company collapsed, her father fell critically ill, and she was faced with a mountain of high-interest loans. Desperate, he pushed her to the brink and said, "I can help you out of this mess, but you have to be my mistress." Their relationship thus became a dance of love and hate. When he discovered she had a six-year-old son, he sneered, "What a shameless woman!" She was pursued by others, and he was very angry, "Stop flirting with other men!" Later, as her memories returned, her love and admiration for him turned into anger and hatred. He also deeply regretted and blamed himself after learning the truth, wanting to make up for it. "Let's get married." He said. "How dare you?" She replied with a sneer. She thought her revenge plan was flawless, but he was in fact very smart and had already spotted the flaws. He willingly stepped into her trap, betting that she still loved him...

Reborn in the year 2000, Jiang Han finds himself at a turning point in his life. His parents have died in a car accident, leaving behind a struggling computer factory on the verge of bankruptcy. Rejected by Union Phase and burdened with unsold stock, the future looks bleak—until he awakens the god-level rate of return system. With this system, any investment he makes yields an instant return prediction, guiding him toward the most profitable ventures. Seizing the opportunity, Jiang Han gathers five million yuan and heads to the Magic Capital, determined to turn his fate around. From dismantling Lianxiang’s computer empire to founding industry giants like Penguin and Ali, Jiang Han reshapes the business world, ushering in the Internet 2.0 era. As his empire rises, his name becomes synonymous with success. Years later, a shocking interview surfaces, leaving the world stunned—"How did Jiang Han manage to do this after…?" A story of ambition, power, and a rebirth that changes the course of history—Jiang Han is here to dominate.

When Evelyn’s loser fiance steals her company's secrets and elopes with her prostitute mother, she finds herself facing impending bankruptcy. But unexpected help comes in the form of an unusual offer from her business rival and ex-boyfriend, Alexander Langford. “Bear my children, Eve, and I’ll save this precious company of yours.” To everyone else, Alexander is the heir to a billion dollar fortune, and the acting industry’s handsome darling. But to Evelyn, he is nothing more than a cold-hearted, arrogant man she dumped for being a compulsive liar years ago - but unknown to her, he has never lied about his love. How could Alexander miss the golden chance to hit two birds with one stone? He gets his inheritance, and a family with the love of his life. Now, if only dear Evelyn would stop thinking the worst of him… [Strong female lead x doting male lead.] [EXCERPT] “You’re out of your mind,” Eve snaps. “You could have any woman in this world, and you want ME to be the mother of your children?!” “Why not? You’re smart, savvy, and fucking hot,” Alex says as he takes a step forward, trapping her body between his muscular arms. His dark blue eyes gaze deep into hers with unbridled lust. “I want our children to have the best from both of us. Our children could take over the world.” “There is no ‘our’,” Eve says coldly, pushing him away. “I will be the surrogate for your children. This is nothing but a business deal. There is NO love in this contract. But in exchange, you need to do something else.” “And what is it?” “Help me take down my ex-fiance. That bastard deserves to die after fucking my mom and ruining my life.” Alex chuckles. “It’s a deal then, sweetheart.” * It was nothing but a business deal at first. But what if the line between business, love, and hatred were getting blurry as they got entangled too far and too long? * [Power couple, slow burn, getting back together.]

Von ihrer Stiefmutter versteigert und verkauft, wurde sie ein Verkaufsobjekt. Er stürzte sich brutal auf sie und zwang sie, den Vertrag zu unterschreiben. "Frau, ich habe dir alles gegeben, was du brauchst. Warum bist du immer noch nicht zufrieden?", fragte er und kniff ihr ins Kinn. Sie versuchte, sich loszureißen, und weigerte sich, ihm in die Augen zu sehen. Als ihre Identität aufgedeckt wurde und sie die Erbin einer angesehenen Familie wurde, wurde ihr klar, dass sie immer noch ein Vogel in seinem Käfig war. Sie fiel tiefer und tiefer... Erst am Ende verstand sie, dass sie längst die Königin seines Reiches geworden war...

Aeliana’s body tensed, every instinct urging her to flee, but her legs refused to obey. The weight of Kaelion’s presence pressed down on her chest, as if the air itself bowed to his will. She clenched her fists, willing herself to stay upright, to meet his gaze with whatever scraps of courage she could muster. She wouldn’t let him see her fear. “Step forward,” Kaelion ordered, his tone smooth but unyielding. Her jaw tightened. The part of her that was human screamed to fight, to run, but there was a faint hum beneath her skin—a whisper of something else. Something fae. It stirred like a forgotten memory, pulling her feet forward against her will. She stopped only a breath away from him, her chin tilted defiantly despite the trembling in her limbs. Up close, the king was even more overwhelming. His features were carved in sharp, perfect lines, his mismatched eyes glinting with an intelligence that saw too much. He wasn’t just cruel; he was calculating. A predator who enjoyed the chase as much as the kill. “What are you?” Kaelion asked, his voice soft but dangerous. He reached out, his claw-tipped fingers brushing the edge of her hood. She flinched, and his lips twitched—a hint of amusement at her reaction. “I’m no one,” she bit out, her voice steadier than she felt. “Just a thief.” “A thief?” he echoed, his fingers catching the edge of the hood. With a single motion, he pushed it back, exposing her face to the moonlight. The murmurs of the onlookers grew louder, their perfect features twisting with disdain. Kaelion’s eyes narrowed, his gaze raking over her. “No one, indeed.” He took a step closer, his presence enveloping her like a dark tide. “And yet… there’s something about you. Something familiar.” Aeliana’s heart pounded as his hand moved, fingers brushing the curve of her jaw. His touch was light, but it burned like fire, sending a shiver down her spine. “I should kill you for your insolence,” Kaelion said, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper. “But there’s a… curiosity to you. A defiance I rarely see.” His lips curled into a smirk that didn’t reach his eyes. “I think I’ll keep you instead.” “Keep me?” Her voice cracked as anger flared, momentarily overriding her fear. “I’m not some pet to be claimed.” Kaelion’s smirk vanished, replaced by a cold, imperious glare. “You misunderstand, little thief. I’m not offering you a choice.” Aeliana’s stomach twisted as he raised his hand, his fingers glowing faintly with dark energy. Before she could react, a pulse of power shot through her, wrapping around her wrists like invisible chains. She stumbled, her knees buckling, but the magic held her upright. “You’ve entered my city, stolen from my people, and dared to defy me,” Kaelion said, his voice echoing with authority. “Your punishment will serve as a lesson to all who think they can do the same.” “And what punishment is that?” she spat, struggling against the bonds. Kaelion leaned in, his face inches from hers. “You’ll serve me,” he said, his voice a low, menacing growl. “Body and soul. Until I decide you’ve earned your freedom.” The crowd gasped, their whispers growing louder as the king straightened. Aeliana’s blood ran cold as she realized the full weight of his words. This wasn’t just about punishment—it was about control. And she was at the mercy of a man who had none. “Take her to the palace,” Kaelion commanded, his eyes never leaving hers. “I’ll decide what to do with her later.” The soldiers moved to obey, and Aeliana felt herself being pulled away, her body still bound by the king’s magic. As they dragged her through the streets, the crowd parted, their beautiful faces filled with a mix of fear and contempt. She clenched her fists, her mind racing. She couldn’t let this be the end. She wouldn’t let herself be another victim of Kaelion’s tyranny. Somewhere deep inside her, the faint hum of power stirred again, stronger this time.

Sloane Montgomery is fashion royalty—bold, glamorous, and untouchable. As the CEO of Montgomery Atelier, she’s spent years proving she’s more than just a name, turning her family’s luxury fashion house into a global empire. She has everything—power, wealth, and a reputation that keeps men at a distance. The last thing she needs is a husband, especially not one chosen for her in a billion-dollar business deal. Vincent Saint-Clair is a king in his own right. As the ruthless mastermind behind Saint-Clair Holdings, he owns the cities people live in—luxury hotels, towering skyscrapers, private islands. He’s built his empire with precision and control, never once letting emotions cloud his judgment. Marriage? Just another contract. Love? A weakness he refuses to entertain. When their families arrange the ultimate merger—a marriage that will unite their empires—both are furious. Neither wants to be controlled, neither plans to submit, and neither expects the undeniable attraction that ignites between them. In public, they are the picture of a perfect power couple. In private, their marriage is a battlefield—a game of dominance, passion, and unspoken desire. But as their cold war turns into something more dangerous, the lines between love and hate begin to blur. A scandal threatens to break them. A betrayal shatters their fragile truce. And when the choice between power and love finally comes, only one question remains: Will they destroy each other… or build an empire together?

James Hitchcock's betrayal by his wife and daughters started his hell. As time went by, he could never pick himself back up and died on the street in his old age. The goddess of time had watched the once kind-hearted man lose everything but still pushed forward even when his life never improved. In the realm of life and death, she asked James if he wished to have a do-over from when everything started falling apart. She is willing to give him three gifts of his choosing. To do as he pleases with. *Warning: This has mind control and mind manipulation* Mc will sleep with women who meet his standards while using it. But do not worry, he won't be stealing women.

“Congratulations, you have been hired as the personal assistant…” “Really!” Grace exclaimed even before Jace Brandon, the CEO of Brandon Corporations could finish his statement. The growing sparkle in Grace’s eyes did not escape the keen sight of Jace. “To my son,” he completed. “Yes, I’m very much delighted to take up the position of the personal assistant to … your what?!” Grace’s eyes almost popped out of their socket as she completed “son?” listlessly. “You heard me right,” Jace replied coldly as he stared at Grace. “Is that not the same as being employed as your child’s nanny?” Grace asked doubtfully. “If you want to put it that way, yes.” Jace replied nonchalantly. “In other words…” Grace began. “You are officially my son’s nanny, if you accept the offer,” Jace Brandon completed. “If there is nothing else, this interview is officially over.” ********* Grace Fowler, who had always dreamt of becoming a top designer in the biggest designing firm in the country was blacklisted for exposing sensitive company information due to a set up by the ones she trusted the most— her boyfriend and her kid sister. Shattered and battered, she set out for greener pastures in an unknown land and ended up being hired as a nanny to the son of Jace Brandon, the wealthiest billionaire in San Francisco. But the scariest thing was when her job description was gradually amended to not only taking care of the five year old autistic son of the CEO but the widowed CEO himself. What does the future hold for her when suddenly, everything around her begins to change and her past comes calling again with the sudden appearance of her boss’s late wife. Will Grace be able to let go of her past and embrace the joy of fighting for the heart of the man her heart yearns for, or settle for happiness in the arms of Trent, her boss’s cousin, who literally adores the ground Grace walks on?

{Warning: Mature content} To attain money and her life back, she is ready to seduce the big shots! ---- "So, I am dead for real?" Her brows wrinkled. "Yes, sort of. But you can return if you accept my offer-" "No" Without listening to the rest, she declined promptly. Stunning the man. "At least, hear me out-" "No" The woman shook her head. "I don't even know if I were poor or not. Why would I want to live the unknown life again? Sorry, I am not playing your little game" She scoffed. Giving up on the opportunity, which left the man at a loss for words. He sighed. "All right. You will get your life back, including the ten million dollars. Are you in or not?" The woman's eyes gleamed with bliss right away. "Yes! I am in!" A quick change of mood shocked the man. All she cared about was money! ~~~ With no memories of her life, she wakes up to a man offering the chance to live again; but under one condition where she has to succeed the missions in the system he created. He calls her 'L' and vows to give the share of money if she achieves the task which is to charm big shots and swindle them! {The novel is pure fiction. It contains no intention to ruin the image of organizations mentioned in the novel. My first language is not English. There may be mistakes in the chapters. I apologize for those in advance}

When Yuri's twin sister dies under mysterious circumstances, she sets out to uncover the truth, but her investigation puts her in a complicated web of secrets, lies, and unexpected romance with the prime suspect - her sister's boyfriend. ***** After the shocking death of her twin sister Yonna, ruled a suicide by the authorities, Yuri is consumed by grief and a burning need for answers. Refusing to accept the official explanation, Yuri sets out to uncover the truth behind Yonna's tragic demise. As she delves deeper into the mystery, Yuri becomes increasingly entangled in a web of secrets and lies surrounding the prestigious sorority club that Yonna was almost a part of. The more she learns, the more she begins to suspect that nothing is as it seems. Yuri's investigation leads her to one person in particular: Park Minhwan, Yonna's charismatic and enigmatic boyfriend. As she gets closer to Minhwan, Yuri finds herself torn between her desire for revenge and a growing attraction to the man she suspects may be responsible for her sister's death. As Yuri navigates this treacherous emotional landscape, she must confront the darkness that lurks beneath the surface of the sorority club and the true nature of Minhwan's involvement in Yonna's death. Will Yuri's quest for truth and justice prevail, or will her feelings for Minhwan cloud her judgment and put her in grave danger?

We start our adventure at a kids shelter where are mane character is he is a 15-year-old kid who has no parents he always has seen things that others could not see but he thinks its his mind playing tricks on him till one day turns his live around he was attacked by a monster lucky him and his friend got away and some other half-blood picked them up and talked about a camp for half-blood to live and train this camp is called Agora what will Hunter Nekros do will he live or will the fates snip his life string only they know but he is in for a wild ride. Author note: I will be taking ideas from the Percy Jackson books and the series on youtube called origins of Olympus to make my world but I will add my own ideas gods and such but there will be stuff from both. I started this book cuz of an idea I had and I liked making the first chapters so I thought y not see if other people would like to read it to feel free to comment on it if you like it I am not the best speller so feel free to comment on my mistake. This will be my 5 book I have made I will be working on the chapters at my own past for each book but I will put some over the others thank you for trying my books hope you enjoy and my the gods look over you.

Are my nightmares and illusions indicating something? Why am I the only one who suffers from these strange things and have a red eye in this whole world? Unanswered questions haunt Sada Nozomi every single day. Follow Sada Nozomi as he unravels the mysteries only to find that he is food for himself and otherworldly humans? Read his story as he is the sole man who knows the truth behind forgotten missing humans of the world.

When she agrees to help her friend out in a blind date, she never imagined it would lead her to the one man she'd hoped never to encounter again—her child's father. Her first instinct? Run. But life has other plans, and she finds herself inescapably drawn back into his orbit as his company's legal advisor. Just as she's poised to resign, escaping the tangled web of personal and professional ties, she's cornered in his office by the man who is as relentless in business as he is in pursuit of her heart. In a game of cat and mouse, she is faced with a choice: succumb to the undeniable chemistry that still sizzles between them or risk it all to maintain the distance she's fought so hard to keep.

He want a justice for his brother but he didn't expect to fall in love with someone who killed his brother.

Twenty years ago, the world faced apocalyptic destruction marked by the arrival of monstrous cracks, catastrophic earthquakes, and the descent of ancient gods. Humanity, teetering on the brink of extinction, was forced to serve these deities for survival. Amid the chaos, a mysterious figure named D'Archy rose, defying the gods and reshaping humanity's fate before vanishing into legend. This story centers on an ordinary young man named Rama and his story, which turns from ordinary into a tragic story. Can Rama get through all of this? Or will he succumb to the cruelty of fate? No one knows.

*old monster* offers a gripping journey into the heart of Chinese Xianxia (immortal hero) fantasy. This tale masterfully weaves vengeance, Daoist philosophy, and supernatural intrigue into a world where cultivation realms determine power—and survival.

After couple years apart two half brothers who are opposite to each other have to go through high school and realize the basically the same.

I am trying so hard but keep failing, I am reaching so high but keep missing. New possibilities, new opportunities... but no continuity. This is my dreadful and delightful story... of how I died?

Thirty years ago, a great battle shook the borders of the Yangtze River Coast. Two ancient powers, the Dragon Clan and the Tiger Clan, fought until blood flowed down the coast. That battle ended the life of the Dragon Clan's Ancestor, marking an absolute victory for the Tiger Clan, but leaving behind an undying grudge. Twenty-seven years passed, and the Dragon Clan's revenge burned again. In the shadow of their fallen ancestors, they return, bearing the embers of war to avenge lost honor. Lei Bai and Lei Yu, are two brothers who know nothing about the bloody grudge passed down by their parents' Clan. However, a cruel fate binds them in an unavoidable battle—to kill for the Clan or protect for the sake of the same blood.

“Skye, if you keep this behaviour up, you will lose your job! Why don't you want to expose Leonard?” “Because I'm pregnant for him. I love Leonard Keller and I'm his wife!” Skye had worked hard for everything she had in life but she never had a successful relationship. Her breakup leads to a one-night stand with a billionaire criminal who turns her life upside down as she becomes pregnant for him but also has the responsibility to bring him to book. She takes on a new identity and marries him to find out the secret of his billion-dollar fraud, but she is slowly falling in love with him and her moral compass is slowly getting distorted. What happens when Leonard finds out that the person he is willing to destroy the whole system for is his enemy? Will he still be able to love her or will he be consumed by hate? The quest to unveil the billion-dollar love scam begins.

A half-blood raised by a human to hate her other half, just to be saved by the creatures she is supposed to hate. warning blood, violence and adult language

After spending too much time in front of the tv. I realized that my life was a joke. I ruined my apartment. Messed up and in tears. The TV flickered on with a bizarre message... "You've been selected for the Intergalactic Game Show!" Before I could realize what it meant, I was slammed through 3 floors of my apartment building, and taken into space. Abducted, and forced into sick games. If only I knew what would happen sooner...

In a world of unknown horrors and nightmares, one man walks through it all without purpose, uncovering the various mysteries and unsettling truths hidden from the view of the masses.

"Get your hands off me!" she wrestled against my grip, so I held her even tighter. "Put this on!" I groaned, toiling to keep her in place and wishing again I’d worn the damn gloves. The feel of her warm skin under my arm and palm wasn’t helping my focus. "I'm not taking you home like this!" "You don't tell me what to do!" she snapped, thrashing to break free of my hold as I fumbled with the cloak in my other hand, trying to drape it over her bare shoulders. "I'm not going home! Let me go, I said!" "Did you really think I got you out of there just to let you wander the streets, almost naked, like a lunatic?" That stopped her. "What did you call me?!" "LU-NA-TIC." "You... You…! Take your hands off me, you insolent brute!" Enraged, she yanked her arm too abruptly and lost her balance. I caught her, wrapped her in the cloak, and threw her over my shoulder. "PUT ME DOWN!" She shrieked and flailed, but I ignored her, making my way to the Commander’s house, which, thanks to Braa, was only two streets away. Since the entire population was in the square for the ridiculous festival, no one intervened at the frantic cries of the wild creature. No wonder in the ten years I've known the Commander, I've never heard that he has a daughter. She must’ve been kept locked away. Strangely, she suddenly went still and quiet. Had she grown tired, worried about attracting attention, or finally realized how inappropriate it was to show up at her parents' doorstep in this state? She didn’t seem to care before. With every step, my anxiety grew—she was limp. "Hey!" No answer. Seriously?! "Hey, you!" Nothing. A bad feeling crept over me, so I pulled her off my shoulder and into my arms. Her head fell against my chest—unconscious. "Hey! Hey, you!" I shook her, but she didn’t react. Panic surged through me. Had she fainted? Had I held her too tight? Lifting her more securely, I sprinted toward the Commander's house.

A billionaire wants to get married but his fiancée is only bound to him because her father owes him a debt - a debt incurred after the billionaire tricked him. A week before the wedding, the billionaire gives his fiancée a hall pass to justify his own infidelities. She meets a charming playboy and spends the week with him, but just as he falls for her, she disappears. Years later, she returns, but this time, driven by a hidden agenda.