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When you commit a crime you are punished by a king. But what if king commits a crime. Then he is cursed. A young historian Riya researches one such cursed king. She is joined by Vikram a realtor. They both are faulted hence become friends. As they fall in love a doom works hard to seperate them. Can they rewrite their destiny. In my Devil's Arms

A magical 'Universal Toolbox' led Joe Ga into the arms industry. The complex and unpredictable nature of the world caused Joe Ga to gradually change his goals... "Sir, how did you end up here?" "I don't know, I just wanted to make some money at first, buy a house, marry a wife. But slowly, as more and more people appeared around me, my goals started to change." "So what are your goals now?" "Now, I just want to retire peacefully with my guys, really!"

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Lena always believed life was simple: work hard, protect her family, and keep her dreams small. But when her mother’s health takes a drastic turn, Lena faces an impossible choice. Desperate to save her, she accepts a deal from a ruthless CEO, Mr. Langston, who promises to cover her mother’s treatment—if she’ll spy on his business rival, Elias. Thrown into Elias’s world, Lena quickly learns he’s not just a cold-hearted CEO but a man scarred by betrayal and loneliness. As she grows closer to him, her loyalties waver. But when a stunning secret about her past comes to light, Lena’s whole life flips upside down. She isn’t who she thought she was—she’s the true heiress of the family fortune, stolen at birth by none other than her so-called “sister,” Vivian. Now, Lena must navigate a labyrinth of lies, forbidden love, and powerful enemies determined to keep her from her birthright. But with her heart caught between revenge and love, Lena realizes the truth is even more dangerous than she imagined. Will she claim her rightful place and find happiness, or will betrayal and ambition tear her life apart?

Lin Xiaowan is the epitome of a “bad girl” archetype, known for her sweet appearance and charming demeanor that effortlessly win people over. She skillfully navigates multiple relationships, prioritizing material pleasures and external conditions while using emotional connections as a means of gaining benefits. Rarely genuine in her affections, Lin Xiaowan treats love casually and irresponsibly, constantly seeking excitement and novelty in her interactions, often leaving a trail of heartbreak without remorse. Her vibrant social life is filled with admirers, yet she never settles into a stable relationship. Despite this, her captivating charm and adept social skills make her a figure that’s both loved and loathed, leaving an unforgettable impression on those she encounters.

In that enigmatic and unpredictable underground realm, Kino, the "Smiling Demon" known for his unique principles, stirred up a storm of blood and chaos, only to be met with severe punishment from the organization. In a twist of fate, he died yet his soul lingered, drawn into a high-dimensional enigma. Refusing the cycle of reincarnation, he became a special entity bound by the "Mark of the Rejector," wielding the power of pride from the Seven Deadly Sins. As a hunted target of reincarnators, he began a perilous countdown to crisis. Reborn on the borders of the Kingdom of Dolgland, in the town of Shilin, Kino assumes the role of a civil officer, only to become embroiled in the vortex of salt crystal smuggling. Through his unparalleled intellect and ruthless methods, he uncovers the deceitful schemes of the Milro merchant fleet, crafting a masterful plot that sparks a heart-pounding, bloody conflict. He successfully unravels a major smuggling ring, revealing the first signs of his rising prowess. From there, he maneuvers through various factions, recruiting mercenaries, controlling the black market, and seeking political advancement, all to strengthen himself in preparation for the impending invasion of reincarnation. In this thrilling adventure that spans both reincarnation and reality, Kino continues to unlock his inner potential. Harnessing the power of the Triple Shackles, he delves into the secrets of the Reverence System, traversing different worlds to acquire power. Gradually, he evolves into a formidable force that strikes fear into his enemies. He struggles valiantly in adversity, retaliates decisively in crisis, and, with his unique charisma and fearless courage, writes his own legendary epic. Amidst endless challenges, he marches forward with unwavering resolve, seeking the ultimate conclusion of his story. Will the legendary fusion of the Seven Sins elevate him to divinity? "As usual, this book is quite dark, so if you have a fragile heart, proceed with caution."

"When I was 5 and mommy told me everything about my "real fu*king dad" and it really breaks my heart anytime my ma'am and dad issue comes to my mind. My dad never wanted to take his responsibilities as a father. So, it was only my mother who was responsible for my whole life for the past years." "It is 14 years now, I have never seen my real dad. You know, it sometimes worries me a lot, but once I have mommy and Garriso around me, it makes me feel a little happier, but just that I miss my "fu*king dad". Mommy told me not to allow daddy to come near me or anywhere around me." "A few days ago, Mommy's cell phone rang for more than 1000 hours, but mommy didn't answer dad's call. That day, I got to know how much mommy hated hearing a word from my dad. But I don't know why my dad still wants his family back. After 14 years, daddy never wanted it, but now-- I think he needs us. " Hmm" mommy also feels the same worried as I used to but never wanted to talk about it, even to set her eyes to see Mr. Lucas, my real dad."

As a child with an unattainable dream, I yearned to become a Hero, but I veered off the right path. Looking back, my aspiration to save others was nothing more than a foolish dream. I now realize the magnitude of my sins and the impossibility of atoning for them.

A man with a lifelong martial arts background, raised in Asia due to his family's profession, moves to the US for education and work. He discovers Historical Medieval Battles through a colleague and becomes deeply passionate about it. He trains hard and becomes skilled enough to represent his country. During a competition, his armor fails, and he's struck in the head with a two-handed axe, seemingly dying. But is this truly the end?"

She was his obsession; he was her greatest downfall. In a twisted game of love, power, and betrayal, can they survive the fire they started?

Miley's life fell apart on the night of her 19th Birthday. The celebration was tainted by the business of betrayal. At the party, Miley's drink was spiked, and when she felt ill, she staggered out of the room, only to stumble upon a conspiracy between her boyfriend and her sister. She had always known that her sister didn't love her. but what she hadn't expected was that her boyfriend, whom she had always trusted, was also in cahoots with her. Realization stung sharper than the cold air outside as she discovered their cruel intentions to humiliate her. Overwhelmed and betrayed, she found refuge in an unfamiliar room. But fate, it seemed, had a cocktail of sorrows lined up for her. In the room she sought refuge in was Logan Pierce. This man, a dominant and arrogant person, and her boyfriend's uncle were known to be a living nightmare for those who would cross his path. Under the influence of drugs, they slipped into a night, and he took her for the first time in ways she wished she could forget. Waking up to a world where accusations were hurled at her from all corners, her family turned their backs on her. Placating Logan seemed to have ranked higher than standing up for Miley, their own blood. Disowned and discarded, Miley found herself abandoned on the relentless, heartless streets. Years later, she had blossomed into the U.S. manager of Hales company. During a business meeting, she stumbled upon Logan once again. But the passing years had erased Miley's face from Logan's memory, arousing within him a curiosity and fascination for this elusive lady director. unable to recall the tragic past, Logan felt unwarranted anger towards Miley as he continuously evaded her- thus beginning their forbidden dance of desire yet again.

[#Loyalty] [# Captivity] [#Dark Romance] [#Betrayal] [ # Friendship] [# Rivalry] In the arms of the Don: a simple girls'love She felt his mild heart beat against her chest, and his warm breath caressing the side of her face. " I won't persuade you to speak further, or beat you for it. I'll let you speak at your own pace, and at the time you're comfortable to share it with me Amethyst, I won't hurt you----". His soothing, reassuring words echoed in her mind over and over again. The gentle wind, blew across the roof top, across them, making his reassuring words sink into her mind. She realized this wasn't a dream, or imagination, it was real.... " Is Amethyst up yet?"........ " Boss, no time for that...."..... " Don't tell me what to do!............. I get to ask for who I wanna ask....." He growled and got up fuming..... With a reputation for brutality and a charm that was impossible to resist, Don Diablo was the most feared and respected Mafia boss in the city. His chiseled features and piercing eyes, seemed chipped from granite, radiating an aura of unyielding power yet rumors of his hidden vulnerabilities and deep sense of loyalty had begun to circulate, leaving many to wonder what truly lay beneath his imposing exterior. When a Mafia leader falls for his captivating mistress, their whirlwind romance sparks a deadly game of loyalty, power and desire. Dive into the shadows with Don Diablo were loyalty and desire collide.

He was not just a thief; he was an alchemist, transmuting my breath, my sanity, my lips, my very essence into a fantastical reverie. For me, for us, he descended like a divine droplet in a parched desert, his proximity an oasis that bloomed within the barren spaces of my heart. ^^^ "Falling Like Season" is a prose poetry piece that explores the emotional landscape of a romantic relationship through the metaphor of the four seasons. Through each season, the relationship evolves, and emotions fluctuate. The poem suggests that love, like the seasons, is cyclical and ever-changing, yet it holds an enduring beauty and a promise of rebirth and renewal.

Alec Carter has everything—wealth, power, and a clear path to inherit his father’s construction empire. But there’s a catch: his domineering father demands he marry a trustworthy and diligent woman before taking over the company. Determined to find someone who loves him for who he truly is, Alec devises a bold plan to hide his billionaire identity and qualifications, posing as a struggling, down-on-his-luck man. Maddy Lewis, a resilient and kind-hearted woman working tirelessly to grow her small business and secure her independence. When Alec claims to have been robbed and stranded, Maddy reluctantly lets him stay with her for a few days. Despite her limited resources, she helps Alec get back on his feet, never suspecting the stranger she’s sheltering is hiding secrets that could change her life forever. As Alec and Maddy grow closer, Alec finds himself torn between his growing feelings for her and the deception that brought them together. His father’s shadow looms large, orchestrating plans behind the scenes to test Maddy’s character and force Alec into an arranged marriage. Meanwhile, secrets from both their lives threaten to unravel the fragile bond they’ve built. With love, trust, and ambition hanging in the balance, Alec must decide whether to fight for the woman he loves or succumb to the weight of his father’s expectations. And when Maddy discovers the truth about Alec’s identity, she faces her own battle: to forgive the man she thought she knew or walk away from the love of a lifetime. Packed with romance, intrigue, and heart-stopping twists, A Heart Like Hers is a gripping tale of love tested by lies, redemption, and the ultimate question: Can love survive when everything is built on a foundation of deception?

Farik Morgan didn't have a problem with being bullied because she knew in the end, all things will work out for her. She took in all the curses and physical abuses that Miley Sanderson threw at her because she believed that what was going to come later on would be all worth it. So after graduation, when strange things began to happen in her quiet little town, and everyone started panicking, she knew she had nothing to worry about. Karma was just taking it course and only those that had something to hide should be scared.

A "Breaking Into Your Heart" Story. Since she's been a little girl, she has known the true nature of men: cunning, shameless, and selfish. The not so trustworthy opposite sex has left a deep mark withing her, something she has been fighting with as boys started to become more and more appealing to her eyes. Cassidy loves her best friend, the reason she's been freaking out lately, as Isabelle has just hooked up with the hottest guy in school. It is all fine now, her best friend was happy, and she was starting to relax about her new brother-in-law seemed like a good person. That, until his hot best friend showed in scene. It was unexpected, like those electric shocks you get when you touch someone out of the blue. They scare the shit out of you, but when you pay close attention, it was only to find that electric balance withing yourself. Will this clash between opposites actually work out?

[ Yeah, Sofia was my first love, but she broke my heart into pieces] [ Pikfred] I had this friend online called Pikfred Water. How we got to know each other was like a magic, ' boom!' we are friends now. Pikfred never wanted to tell me his name, and I didn't know why he was doing that, all these days I met him online. But I think we are friends now, so why don't you tell me your name or show me your personality Pikfred?. ' Hmmm' I try my possible best for him to talk to me, but he keeps refusing my request anytime I ask him. Pikfred and I were friends but nothing I know about him. ' Hmm', 'I can't wait to see Pikfred'...

We were just friends, but before I knew it, we were in bed together...but all of that change....

Elaine was CURSED that her shield would never be opened, but the Sorcerer who cursed her did not tell her how to remove her curse. "I swear to you, that shield will never open until you find a solution." How does she want to get rid of her cursed?

*Knock* "Come in" Alice heard Xander say before she walked into the bedroom. She found him sitting on the couch wearing a simple t-shirt and a pair of black jeans. When he rose his head to see who it was, she saw how red his eyes were, like a blood moon and his face still showed no emotions. " What is it" he asked calmly. " I-i just wanted to th- thank you for saving me yesterday" she said feeling intimidated by his facial expression. "It's fine" he said placing his palms on his face looking quiet restless which made her think that he was just tired so she decided to leave him alone to rest. She opened the door and was about stepping out but the doors suddenly closed shut and Xander's arms were found placed on the door, but before she could say anything, he picked her up and tossed her on his bed. An hour later, Alice was found laying on the floor, her clothes had been ripped to shreds and the bed covers were covered with blood. She just lay there crying non stop before finally getting up, wrapping a towel around herself, and limped out of the room. Getting to her room, she sat on the floor and cried herself to sleep. Follow Alice as her life takes a turn after she lands a job at the company of the cold hearted C.E.O. Could this be a good turn or her worst nightmare.

When dreams turn into reality,either you hold on to it or let it fade away..... Kiara,a young child by then had always held on to the belief of the world and people beyond physical....she had an imagination far from reality. She holds on to her faith and embarks on a quest to investigate about the existence of the worlds ahead of her which opens her path of love,twists and unexpected events. Will she still hold on to that little light shining within her or just think it to be a dream to good to be true?

Seperti apa rumah yang kalian inginkan? Rumah yang mewah? Apa yang kalian rasakan di rumah? Tempat kita pulang saat lelah, tempat dimana kita merasa nyaman, aman, dan hangat. Apakah rumah hanya kata untuk bangunan ?Bisakah seseorang dikatakan rumah? Lihatlah mereka, empat bersaudara yang selalu terlihat bersama dan tawa bahagia diwajah mereka. Mereka saling memberikan rasa nyaman, saling melindungi, dan memberi kehangatan. Mereka adalah rumah bagi satu sama lain. Katanya orang yang memiliki penderitaan yang sama akan lebih cepat dekat. Ternyata itu benar, mereka juga memiliki penderitaan yang sama yaitu orang tua mereka. Orang tua yang tidak memiliki tanggung jawab menelantarkan mereka saat masih kecil, untungnya seorang malaikat tak bersayap datang dan membawa mereka, dengan usianya yang masih muda dia bekerja keras membesarkan mereka. Mereka yang awalnya orang asing yang mungkin sengaja dipertemukan dan kini telah menjadi seperti keluarga. Memang benar, kadang orang lain lebih terasa seperti keluarga dibandingkan keluarga sendiri. Kemalangan membuat mereka kuat dan utuh hingga dimana pun mereka asalkan bersama, semua akan terasa seperti 'rumah'

Sophie Cameron was born into a wealthy family; she met a man with whom she hoped to have a happy life and family; she introduced the man to her parents, but both rejected him. She tried everything she could to avoid being separated from the man, and she eventually married him, but the happy life she desired was nowhere to be found; her marriage was filled with despair and misery. She was later killed along with her children while attempting to flee. Sophie did not anticipate being able to travel back in time and repair all of her mistakes. Sophie determined that with this new chance in life, she would focus on herself and not rely on any man. But why is Rafael King making his way to her damaged heart, breaking down all of the walls she has built around it?

I'm less than thrilled to be moving back to Neyland, and the worst part is that my childhood friend Tony Nathan is going to be my neighbour and classmate again. We've known each other since we were kids, but I had to move to Korea with my family a few years ago. Now, I'm returning to London and will be attending Royalty High School, one of the best schools in the city. While I'm relieved to have someone to talk to, I have to admit that Tony can be pretty annoying. He's always been dashingly handsome and smart, but also rude and infuriating at times. Despite our friendship, I've never been a huge fan of his. As I settle into my new life, I'm surprised to discover that we'll be living in the most expensive estate in Neyland - and that we'll be living with Tony's family, the Black family! My parents are best friends with his parents, and apparently, they've always hoped that we'd end up together. Yeah, right. I have five older brothers who are cool with the arrangement, but I'm still trying to wrap my head around it all. Living with Tony's family means I'll have to put up with his annoying antics all the time. But hey, at least I'll have someone to talk to, even if he drives me crazy sometimes." Read more to find out more about our crazy adventures

One night, in the bustling urban streets of Kyoto, Sato, a weary businessman, trudged along in his usual formal attire. Consumed by a life defined solely by work and sleep, he found himself at a crossroads of despair. Years of relentless dedication to his career had left him without the simple joys of life: the freedom to eat and drink as he pleased, the chance to enjoy his passions, or even the warmth of a family. He realized that in his pursuit of success, he'd forgotten what it meant to truly live. In a desperate attempt to escape his overwhelming thoughts, Sato drowned his sorrows in a nearby bar, drinking away the emptiness that filled him. As the night wore on, he stumbled out into the streets, barely able to keep his balance. But fate had other plans. Drunk and disoriented, Sato was struck by a speeding truck and fell into darkness. When he awoke, he found himself in a vast, empty void—surrounded by nothingness. Before him appeared a radiant figure: a woman dressed in a glowing, ethereal gown. With serene grace, she spoke, revealing that Sato’s life was not yet over. He had been granted an extraordinary second chance—a chance to be reincarnated in another world, where he could finally live the life he'd always dreamed of, free from the confines of his former existence. Reborn as a baby named Souta Laurent, he now finds himself in a new world, far from the world of workaholic ambition. His parents are simple, ordinary citizens, living humbly in this unfamiliar realm. But as Souta grows, a question begins to linger in his mind: What does it truly mean to be a civilian in a world so different from the one he once knew?