Twisted Pride

Destiny Ganzon is the epitome of a perfect heiress. She is beautiful, intelligent, and doted by her father, Alejandro, the Real Estate Magnate of the country, until one day, her mother died, and everything changed when his father remarried. Excerpt: A loud smack! "How dare you ruin my reputation, Destiny?" Alejandro asked after he slapped his daughter. That was the first time he used force on his only hier. "Dad, you have to believe me, it wasn't true, you raised me well. Do you think I will do something like that?" She asked back, caressing her beautiful face. "No, this time I had enough of your lies; your stepmother was right; you are only a nuisance and only bring shame to our family!" He angrily responded. "I had warned you. I will disinherit you. You will not receive even a single cent from me, and you must leave this house right now, or else I will ask the guards to drag you out!" He added before he turned his heels and walked away from his study with the loud slamming of the door. One scandal led to another, and what she couldn't accept was her first love and childhood sweetheart, Red Galvez, was part of their betrayal. Destiny's world crumbled, and she couldn't believe her stepmother and stepsister finally succeeded in planning her downfall. With a broken heart and no choice, Destiny left their mansion and lived an ordinary life with her nanny, the only person who never left her side. She pretended to forget her old life and started living and embracing the mundane world. Still, she promised herself that she would do everything to make her enemies, including Red, pay the price of their betrayal. But it was more complicated than she thought since her father was brainwashed with his wife and stepdaughter, and they made her life a living hell. Years later, Destiny met Red again, and he was still the same hot and gorgeous. On top of that, her ex became one of the highest-paid attorneys in the country. All unwanted memories came rushing back to her. Destiny hated him with all her heart, but Red promised to help her win back what was rightfully hers. Can Destiny forgive Red and trust the hottest attorney to claim back her inheritance without breaking her heart?

Miss Vanderbilt is busy eating, sleeping, and teaching scumbags how to be a decent person! Mr. Russo is busy chasing Miss Vanderbilt, chasing Miss Vanderbilt, and chasing Miss Vanderbilt again! "Isn't CEO Russo said to be a gentleman of clear mind and restrained desire?" Mr. Russo squintingly leans back on the sofa, moving leisurely and elegantly, "Sweetie, call me Husband.” Mrs. Russo holds her forehead and looks at that face, suddenly remembering the thing that just happened— That look, clearly icy cold yet she can't be absent from it, it simply forces people into crime!

Johann Geistmann is a high school student who moved from Germany to Japan due to his parents' work. Drenched in apathy, he spends his tedious days accompanied by his three peculiar friends. However, something changed with the arrival of a mysterious girl at school who turned his life upside down. Follow Johann as he tries to unravel the bizarre and complicated love triangle he finds himself entangled in!

Paisley the heroine, looked at me with her eyes filled of tears. "Why did you marry him, when you don't even love him?" After betraying me she still has the mind to question me. I had made it clear to her that I no longer regarded her as my sister. "I love his body. I love his wealth. I love his influence. I love his power. So what in the hell, are you talking about?" "Such wicked things...you're so evil!" I smiled and came closer to her, staring dangerously into her eyes. "Being evil is the whole point of being the villainess" ____ This is the story of a villainess who has been betrayed by the heroine. The story of her revenge, and how she stole the male lead!

"In a reality forced on him twisted by fate, redemption comes at a deadly cost." Alexis watched, powerless, his friend killed by the devil's claws. Above them, the sky shattered, revealing a monstrous, titanic eye and the world plunged into darkness. Alexis awoke in a pitch-black cave, his past just scattered fragments of pain and half-remembered faces. Worse yet, a monstrous creature snacking on him, gnawing at his flesh as he struggled to remember who he was. Now, haunted by fractured memories of a distant past and family which came back every time he battled to death, Alexis stumbles back into a grim reality drenched in blood, death, and monsters, all for a way back. What to expect: [+] Slow-burn dark progression fantasy, with an awesome diverse power system. [+] Strong MC that slowly finds his way to absolute power. [+] MC is male. There are no romance plots planned for the first few books and ofc no harem. [+] Most Important of all he has a kitten overlord later in the story.

Reborn into a perilous and unforgiving world, a young teen who was reicarnated navigates its trials with a unique approach. Unlike other reincarnators who tirelessly strive for dominance or survival, he chooses to embrace the chaos with a sense of humor and a thirst for adventure, using wit and charm to ease the burdens of his new life. In the game world of Daedalus Eternus-a land rife with magic, intrigue, and danger-he sets his sights on achieving both greatness and personal fulfillment. Along the way, he inadvertently attracts a diverse group of admirers, forming unexpected bonds and a harem that was never part of his original plan. With an unconventional outlook, he balances growing power with the pursuit of joy, carving his own unpredictable path in a world teeming with challenges. __________________ Before he begins his joyride(not literal) in the world of Daedalus Eternus, Arthas first undergoes the Trial of Flare which is shown in Pollus Academy Chapters labelled "Relic of the Bloodfire". The MC is not some goodie-two-shoes even before the Pollus Academy Exam. If he needs to kill, he will kill. Lest this isn't your preference of a book, better off finding a better one than this ongoing work of mine.

There is a girl I love, beyond measure, her name whispered in my every prayer. I sacrificed everything for her, and now I depart, my final act dedicated to her. In a realm beyond this life, if our souls should meet once more I pray earnestly for one thing—may the Divine decree that we never again walk the same path. Then why? “Excuse me? If you're done, can I use the tap?” Why did our path across again? If our fate was predetermined, why had I been granted this second chance? Why!? Why was I transported back to the past!?

Ten years ago, he was her shadow, a man willing to kill or die in her name—a faceless, nameless protector who lived only for her smile. But when betrayal shattered his devotion, his shadow twisted into something darker. Now, Aurelia Prescott, once the pride of Everstone Hill’s elite, is nothing more than a puppet on a gilded string, her every move controlled by the man who swore he would burn her world to the ground. Alexandrez Kings, now a ruthless, domineering CEO and Billionaire, doesn’t just want revenge—he wants her. Body, mind, and soul. Forced into a world of dark seduction and relentless control, Aurelia struggles to hold onto the woman she once was, even as she’s dragged deeper into Alexandrez’s depraved games. For every night he spends breaking her will, her defiance sharpens like a blade—dangerous, alluring, and irresistible. World of power and pain, twisted desires blur the line between love and hate. But in the darkness, secrets stir, threatening to unravel the carefully crafted web of vengeance and submission. As obsession burns hotter and boundaries shatter, Aurelia faces an impossible choice: succumb to Alexandrez’s darkness or risk destroying them both. Ten years ago, he was her shadow, a man willing to kill or die in her name—a faceless, nameless protector who lived only for her smile. But when betrayal shattered his devotion, his shadow twisted into something darker. Now, Aurelia Prescott, once the pride of Everstone Hill’s elite, is nothing more than a puppet on a gilded string, her every move controlled by the man who swore he would burn her world to the ground. Alexandrez Kings, now a ruthless, domineering CEO and Billionaire, doesn’t just want revenge—he wants her. Body, mind, and soul. Forced into a world of dark seduction and relentless control, Aurelia struggles to hold onto the woman she once was, even as she’s dragged deeper into Alexandrez’s depraved games. For every night he spends breaking her will, her defiance sharpens like a blade—dangerous, alluring, and irresistible. World of power and pain, twisted desires blur the line between love and hate. But in the darkness, secrets stir, threatening to unravel the carefully crafted web of vengeance and submission. As obsession burns hotter and boundaries shatter, Aurelia faces an impossible choice: succumb to Alexandrez’s darkness or risk destroying them both. THEMES: #DarkRomance #MorallyGrey #ManipulativeML (Male Lead) #Betrayal #Revenge #Control #Obsession #PowerPlay #Seduction #TwistedDesires #LoveAndHate

Darkness reigned before the dawn of light... Who would have thought that his mundane life would take a chilling turn one day? Trapped in the monotony of his office existence, Simon suddenly finds himself thrust into an extraordinary realm beyond imagination. Death was merely the beginning... When Simon opened his eyes next, a fantastical landscape vastly different from his familiar office cubicle awaited him. A marvellous sight, a different world. The cruel life... Althaea, a realm of merciless brutality where the law of survival dictates: eat or be eaten, kill or be killed. Born not as a human... Simon emerges as a demon, a being shunned by humanity and embroiled in a relentless war between humans and demons. The Seraphims, protector of humanity, and the Demon lords who rule across all demonkind. Amidst all the chaos, he must navigate the treacherous hierarchy of demonkind as one of the lowest-ranking Demon Nobles. The unique power... The art of dungeon creation—a golden opportunity to ascend above the chaos and establish his dominion. With power comes adversaries... Now he must delve deeper, unveil its hidden powers and forge alliances that will dictate his fate. Fight rival demons, vengeful seraphims, and ancient evils who were up to no good. . Join Simon on his odyssey through a world teetering on the edge of destruction, where every step forward is fraught with danger and every decision could mean life or death. Will he rise to the challenge and defy the odds, or will he succumb to the unforgiving darkness that threatens to consume him? ----- Join our discord for Q&A and to chat with fellow members- https://discord.gg/bXexmSNeqn You can support me by helping me buy illustrations:- patreon.com/ViciousPepper.

Her life changed when she was five, it took a complete turn, something she never could have even dreamt of but the new unexpected people who entered her life showed her a different side of humans she didn't know about. Did she like her new life? Did she want to stay forever or leave? Would they let her go even if she wanted to leave? Who are they? They have huge secrets hidden from her and she has too. Will they ever get close enough to reveal everything. Maybe, let's see. She sets onto a journey to find her own identity, something she always wanted.

Fate knows that timid people won't amuse her, so she serves them plain death as a conclusion. But brave-hearted heroes like the sixteen year old Kanito Aramishi are often met by her appraisals. Returning home one night from his high school's farewell party, Kanito finds himself struck in an array of supernatural events. He is stabbed in the chest by a mysterious man, a red magical circle was drawn on the ground which now nourished by his blood is activated and will serve as a gateway for demons to infiltrate Earth. He sees a blue portal in the sky from where a man comes down to save him. In a desperate attempt, the man takes Kanito to a totally different world. Kanito never thought the night he will bid farewell to his school will also be the night when he will have to bid farewell to his own world. The cruelty of this new world and beyond slowly starts to manifest itself in many different devastating forms Being caught in the middle of this mayhem, Kanito finds his morals dwindling. Will he be able to maintain his principles or will he give in to fate? Those will answered as the march of time continues, revealing Kanito's and eventually the World's true purpose.

on April 19th four brothers are born. All four fated to do great things in there futures. There father a king is over joyed at there births, happy to see which one of his sons is going to be his heir for the throne. But in this kingdom there can only be one king.

Amelia Reed and Ethan Blake never imagined their lives would intertwine in a marriage neither wanted. While Amelia dreams of freedom and a life of her own design, Ethan’s heart beats for Claire Bennett, his childhood love. Bound by duty to their families, they forge a fragile façade of happiness, hiding the cracks beneath. But their charade begins to crumble when jealousy, betrayal, and an obsessed admirer unravel the delicate balance of their lives. Ethan’s lingering love for Claire pulls him in one direction, while Amelia’s yearning for independence draws her in another. And as secrets come to light, an unrelenting admirer sets events in motion that could shatter their world forever. In a tangled web of love, sacrifice, and impossible choices, Amelia and Ethan must decide: will they fight for their own paths, or will they remain prisoners of a destiny written by others? Dive into a story of passion, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of freedom in Twisted Vows, Hidden Desires.

As she awakens in a world of Twilight’s Chronicle she once knew from a novel, Luna is shocked to find herself reincarnated as the villainess, instead of being the heroine of the story. By relying solely upon her memories of the story, she is determined to change her fate and escape the tragic ending that’s awaiting her. But things don’t unfold as expected. As the young woman navigates her new life, she must hide her true identity while mastering sword and magic. With enemies lurking in every shadow and a growing threat to the magical world she lives in now, Luna faces an impossible choice: will she become the villain everyone expects, or will she forge a new path as a twisted heroine and defy destiny itself?

The Aristocracy Dominates the World, While Military Bandits Split the Land. In the North, a young man raises his sword and cracks his whip, riding across the mountains and rivers, determined to carve a path for the common people of the world. I had no intention to hunt the deer, but seeing the suffering of the people, I will fight, and fight until I become unmatched in the Eight Directions! [----------------------------------------------------] Love this translation? Support me on Patreon for early access, exclusive content, and more! Your support keeps the translations coming—subscribe today! Join me on Patreon: Patreon.com/flokixy

READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!!! Every chapter of this book is a doorway to a new nightmare. From cursed forests to haunted mansions, and from eerie myths to true-life terrors, this collection of horror stories will take you to places you wish you never found. The question is, can you make it through to the last page?" NOTE: This book is a collection of real life horror stories and urban legends. It will be graphic to some readers, so........ READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!

Everyone has a love story with slight twist. They are clues that tell you who dream you're reading. Look at the names and times meaning years. If first reading the 1st book blue realm explains some of the characters each character are taken from books before and has new ones .

A poignant tale of love, loss, and the enduring connections that bind souls across time. - (Based on Himmapan Forest (Thai))

the sin of pride, the sin of self-confidence. it was something Aero possed for many years, many people said he should swallow it and he said fuck you. now after having to swallow it for the first time in his life some weirdo had appeared.

[Participating in the WSA 2025 contest] Growing up in poverty, Damien worked tirelessly—harder than anyone else—to support the people he cared about and eventually became a politician, loved by "All". Khoran, an emperor who rose from humble beginnings in a small village, forged one of the five greatest nations to ever exist in Cavros. Though they shared similar origins, the personalities of these two men were like night and day. While Damien trusted hundreds with his life, Khoran trusted no one—not even his closest officers. Through the power of a mythical being, these two contrasting personalities merged to create our protagonist, an existence built upon a mixture of their personality. Watch as our protagonist traverses through the world of Cavros, a land consumed by corruption, and Earth, which had tasted the early stages of it only a few years ago. And watch how our protagonist becomes... The future Undead Lord of Gluttonous Pride...

[No turning back to old love + single female lead + daily sweetness + no system, no Golden Finger + relaxation & healing + long-lasting romance] "Xie Xiao, you can't just stop wanting me after being so good to me for three years and getting me used to it. What do these three years between us amount to?" Zhou Mianmian looked at Xie Xiao with tears blurring her eyes and a pitiful expression. "Consider it my bad luck," Xie Xiao said indifferently with a glance at her. "Are you mad at me because I didn't agree to be with you?" Zhou Mianmian reached out to grab his hand, her voice pleading, "Then let's be together now, okay?" "You deserve someone better than me," Xie Xiao dodged her hand, pulling the beautiful girl by his side into his arms, "Wife, let’s go." Now that I'm reborn, let someone else be the lovestruck fool. Xie Xiao just wants to live a sweet life holding the tsundere treasure of a girl he overlooked for years~ ---- In his past life, Xie Xiao was blind, unable to tell the difference between a scheming girl and a treasure. To buy milk for the scheming girl, he got hit by a car and was paralyzed in bed for three years. In the end, the scheming girl turned around and went with another lovestruck fool. Instead, there was a proud and cute girl by his side... Until her accidental death... Xie Xiao closed his eyes in despair... If only time could be turned back...

Kai was a graduating college student who was ready to face the hardships of the world. One time he binged-read a novel instead of reviewing for his exams though, he suddenly found himself in a strange fantasy world. Isolated mansion, unknown beasts and... A rude mage? Kai's new life is hard to understand, but he's trying his best!

“Is Pride truly a deadly sin? Surely, living without it is much more torture than living with it. I mean, after everything I’ve been through and everything I’ve done, I have to accept my pride. I am proud to have run away. I am proud to have fallen in love. I am proud to have lied. To have killed. I am proud to have survived, at least in a way… And I am proud of writing my story to you.” Although thought to have died, Etsuko Nokori wakes up in a hospital months after his drug overdose in a world filled with monsters. He finds a journal in the hospital, where he learns of the world’s new residents: Carmuts. The world would’ve ended already if it hadn’t been for humanity’s resilience, thanks to a serum, but even humans became monsters themselves. Etsuko, who hated his previous life’s people, fell in love with his current ones. He now desires nothing more than for everyone in his current life to live and stay with him.

After all these years of climbing the ladder to the top of Law school, Reza are getting rejected in the court because of corrupt and disgusting kind of nepotism. Shortly after, he received the news of his mother's death. Without thinking of anything he rushed to stab his own chest, losing all means to live and decided to end it, once and for all. But a female deity are planning something different. She recognized his intelligence not only in Law, but leadership and practically, anything related to politic, and decided to bring him to save a crumbling nation, where his choice would make or break the Kingdom Of Pride.

Watch Amelia go through life as she battles with the physical and supernatural. Join her on the journey to seek balance and clarity about who she really is.

Ethan Grayson has it all: a multi-billion-dollar company, a penthouse view, and a personality so charming it’s borderline unbearable. But after one too many dinner dates with women who talk more about his stock portfolio than their hobbies, Ethan decides he’s done with high society. His grand plan? Marry a “normal” woman who doesn’t care about his money. Simple, right? Enter Emily Carter, a bookshop employee who thinks a “luxury” is buying two cups of coffee in one day. She’s witty, stubborn, and entirely unimpressed when Ethan waltzes into her shop one afternoon, throwing around compliments like confetti. For Ethan, Emily is everything he’s looking for: genuine, grounded, and refreshingly immune to his usual charm. There’s just one tiny problem. Ethan’s arrogance is the size of his bank account, and Emily has no patience for egotistical billionaires—no matter how good their jawline is. As Ethan awkwardly tries to “woo” Emily in the most unromantic ways possible (think unsolicited business advice and overly generous tips), Emily starts to wonder if this handsome stranger might actually have a heart hidden under all that bravado. But when she discovers his real reason for pursuing her, all bets are off. Will Ethan learn to drop his ego long enough to win Emily’s trust? Or will Emily decide that some books are better left closed?

All it took for her perfectly crafted life to shatter was one night—a night with him. ..... Sabrina Kieran, the adopted and unloved daughter of the Kieran family, had been working as a stripper to support Kieran Holdings from behind the shadows. She thought she could please her family by not complaining, until her sister and her boyfriend tricked her. They drugged her and led her to the wrong room. That room happened to be her sister's fiance's suite. According to her sister's plan, Sabrina was supposed to be raped to death, bringing shame to the Kieran family. But things didn't go as planned. Sabrina ended up making out with Atticus Sawyer, her sister's fiance and the heir to the wealthiest family in Silverton City. .... “If you don't have something to talk about, I do,” the man's voice made her halt upon walking out of his suite. “You are the first woman to make my body react this way.” “What a flimsy excuse to make,” she said calmly, hiding the feeling of shame lingering in her. “Let's pretend this never happened between us,” she added, not understanding how she ended up in this man's bed with her sanity intact. “Sabrina Kieran, I can't forget about last night. That was the beginning of our marriage.” ____ What would become of Sabrina in her sudden marriage? When faced with the truth, proving everything she knew as lies, would she break down? Or fight for herself? Read on to find out what happens next. Follow me on Instagram @Authormuhammedshafa and TikTok @muhammedshafaauthor and Facebook: Author Shafa–Shinnystar 50 powerstone = 1 extra chapter 10GT= 1 extra chapter.