Behind The Bastards

“Shit, why this guy!?” Of all the unique characters he could’ve transmigrated as, it had to be the bastard instructor. Vanitas Astrea. A third-rate early game boss, who was dismissed from the University after severe allegations, losing his teaching profession and ultimately, exiled from the Empire. “.....How did I even get here!?” Vanitas must now circumvent his way around this new world, confront his past, mend broken relationships, and prevent looming tragedies that would lead to his demise. —————————————— More illustrations in the server. Discord: https://discord.gg/zukKB2ppDp

Elian, a beggar with nothing to lose, died tragically, only to awaken in the body of the despised bastard son of a powerful Grand Duke in the Arcanoria Empire. His second chance at life quickly turned into a nightmare when the Grand Duke’s household was executed, and Elian was sold into servitude as a courtesan. In this cruel new existence, Elian crossed paths with Izan, the enigmatic crown prince who harbored dark secrets of his own. As they grew closer, a forbidden love began to blossom, one that could upend the delicate balance of power in the empire and destroy them both. Torn between survival, betrayal and desire, Elian and Izan faced impossible choices. Could they defy the forces threatening to tear them apart, or would the empire crush their love before it even had a chance to begin? --- Warning: This book contains mature themes. Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/NJJKETf4

"The missing ingredient is a test subject with Royal Blood..." Raven Kyzer, a Commoner boy, grew up in an orphanage along with his twin sister, after losing their mother at a young age, having never met their father. After being discovered to possess Royal blood, the twins are abducted by the Church of Persona. Raven is used as a test subject in an ancient form of Forbidden Magic, known as the Homunculus Ritual, while his sister goes missing in the clutches of the church. The Homunculus Ritual is conducted to turn Raven into a powerful but mindless Monster, a loyal weapon for the church with no sense of free will...but something goes wrong, the ritual fails to destroy Raven's mind and he escapes the clutches of the church. Furious at being turned into a Monster, Raven swears revenge against the church, determined to make them pay for what they did to him, as well as to rescue his sister from their clutches. But there's only so much he can do by himself, even with the new powers he gained through the Homunculus Ritual...that's when he has a fateful encounter with the nation's most wanted criminals, a group known as The Irregulars, who, like Raven, have their own reasons to despise and go after the church, as well as the corrupt Nobility that oppresses the Commoners. With their goals aligned, Raven decides to join The Irregulars, taking the first step on his long, arduous path to revenge... Instagram: @aimdaqs Discord Server: https://discord.gg/J497zhJb

‘She hadn't seen the world, yet she was going to discover a new one’ Elia and Ella never knew there could be a gateway to another world... But how did they encounter a gateway and what do they find. What lies in the strength of a mother- daughter bond. There might be another side to the plot. Disclaimer: The book might be a little slow paced at the beginning. Please bear with me as I have to get some things down before I start to really dive into the thrilling parts. Stick along with me and you just might realize it was worth it.

"Back to the past" Have you heard it often? Do you think it's real or just imagination? If you experienced it, what would you do? I'm Vivian Lithia Estien, an ordinary high school student and that night.... someone killed me. When I opened my eyes, I went back to a few months before the incident. And I... decided to find my killer and take revenge!!! But.... why is this reality so hard for me to accept...?

He wanted to be accepted for who he was; a bastard. But the world was a cruel place for bastards, especially in the vampire realm of Eldoria. A vampire prince, born a bastard, was a disgrace not only to the royal family but the realm at large. And for that, Gabriel Sinclair grew up in harsh environs within the very castle his brother considered heaven. And as if being bastard was not enough wound to scar him and put him miles away from the throne, they made marry a human to seal the treaty between the two warring species. ***** Elena Thornhart always dreamt of venturing beyond the walls of Mysthaven. Since childhood, she had been confined in the castle of Mysthaven, safe from the vampire's reach. But not everything goes as planned. In an effort to save the nearly extinct human population, Andrian Thornhart, the human king and Elena's brother, offers her as the sacrificial lamb. Now Elena must navigate the treacherous Vampire court and royal family and protect her husband from his own kind. Little does she know her presence is set to unleash a side of Gabriel Sinclair that he never knew existed, a secret that might set the realm apart or unite it!

a bastard son of the king who craves for his birth right, a wanted assasin who enters the wrong country with a forbidden mark on her chest, forbidden romance, intense training and bag if tears, this novel is sure enough to make anyone crave for more, Lee Kwon is the illegitimate child of the king, isolated, rejected and alone, by chance he meets Eun Chen, a masked assasin who is popular for her killing spree and who is out for revenge against the royal family for killing her mother, when this two meet, they are both in a situation, if a gain and loss situation, will they preserve at the end, if you want to know, stay tuned to the royal bastard is my marionette

Eighty years have passed since the fall of the Aurelian Empire. Luke, once a ruthless and cold-blooded warrior, met his end during a war against a lone necromancer. However, his death was not the end. Resurrected as a living zombie by a mysterious mage, Luke has spent the last eight decades in hiding. When the mage orders him to step out and continue the unfinished chapter of his life, Luke resists—yet fate forces his hand. Reluctantly, he re-enters the world, struggling to navigate his existence as a creature caught between life and death. His world takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Lea Healen, a young woman and the descendant of an old friend from Luke's past. Their meeting is no accident—it's a destiny Luke has been desperately trying to avoid. But beneath this tangled fate lies another compelling reason for Luke to seek redemption: he is still hunting the necromancer who once destroyed his former life. As old enemies resurface and new complications arise, Luke's journey promises to be far more tangled and dangerous than he ever imagined. The Hijinks Return of The Bastard Undead.

Tags: Comedy, Action, Romance, School Life, Adventure, Slice of Life, Reincarnation, Transmigration, Martial Arts, Magic, Genius Protagonist, Ugly Male Lead, Fat Male Lead, Handsome Male Lead, Character Progression, Worshipped MC, Mysterious Past, Heartwarming, Beautiful Female Lead, Clingy Lover, Weak to Strong, Loved MC, Rich Protagonist, Famous Protagonist. Damian Is A Magician Who Meets His End When He Receives Death From The Celestials after Corrupting Hell. Then, As A Final Gift By The Will Of The Universe, He Gets Reincarnated In The Body Of Torao Takabe 16 Years Old Lolicon Enjoyer. So He Has To Rebuild This Body And Become Stronger So That He Can Fulfil His Wishes... Or At Least This Was His Plan. Torao Takabe Aliases: NTR king The Cucker, The Cuckmaker #1 Dick Mindbreak world record holder Mason Liu Satan's Seat Warmer Occupation / Titles: Grand NTR Fiend Affiliation: Seggs With Little Girls, The C-word, Doctor Eggman (one time at a con) Theme Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejUcnpwNDLs&t=11s Prologue In volume 0 And also, please tell me about any mistake in the novel, NO MATTER HOW SMALL IT IS. There will also be a system later.

After ten years, Markos Moreno returns to Italy. A multi-billionaire magnate, sexy as sin and cocky as hell. Swearing revenge on Hayden family, destroying everything with only one aim. Markos vowed to make Valeria Hayden come back crawling to him on her knees. Stripped of her wealthy status to a nobody, Valeria walks up to Markos’ office. Exactly how Markos played his game. All Valeria wants from him is forgive her for what happened. However, Markos desires something else, to break her. Whereas, Valeria is determined to tame and seduce him, snatching her business back. An old flame burns twice. Thrice if she’s Valeria Hayden!

A young man, an avid fan of fantasy novels, dies in a freak accident and reincarnates into the world of his favorite book, The Warring Realms. To his dismay, he awakens as Cedric Wynthorne, the despised bastard son of a cruel duke. In the original story, Cedric was notorious for his arrogance and violent tendencies, leading to his untimely death at the hands of the protagonist. But now, armed with knowledge of the book's events and a mysterious System, Cedric resolves to live a better life—both for himself and for those around him.

Dragnelle Étoile is no stranger to secrets. A sharp-witted private investigator with a shadowed past, she navigates life with a limp, a cane adorned with a beast’s head, and a determination as unyielding as the pain in her leg. When Mickaël Rakoto, a man she hasn’t seen in decades, steps back into her life with a desperate plea, she is thrust into a world she thought she’d left behind—a world of wealth, power, and dangerous family secrets. Mickaël’s sister-in-law, Myrha Rakoto, has died under mysterious circumstances while climbing. Officially ruled as an accident, her death doesn’t sit well with Mickaël, who suspects foul play. But in a city where his wife’s powerful family—the Rakoto shipping dynasty—controls everything from the local police to the narrative of Myrha’s death, Mickaël needs someone fearless enough to uncover the truth. Dragnelle takes the case, but each clue she uncovers pulls her deeper into the Rakoto family’s web of lies, privilege, and betrayal. As she pieces together the circumstances of Myrha’s death, Dragnelle must confront ghosts from her own past, including her complicated history with Mickaël. With her sharp mind and sharper tongue, she maneuvers through bribes, betrayals, and old memories, searching for answers no one wants found. Set against the vibrant streets of Antananarivo and the shadowy world of high society, this is a gripping tale of ambition, justice, and the price of uncovering the truth. Secrets, after all, always have a way of coming to light—even when buried at the top of the climb.

In her early 20s, Elina Wilson, a youthful and lovely lady, experienced the anguish of three consecutive failed relationships. Determined to shield her heart from further pain, she resolved to keep everyone at arm's length. Rather than succumb to the depths of despair caused by heartbreak, Elina declared, "I would prefer to undergo IVF and embrace a lifetime as a single mother than suffer a demise fueled by depression." Unexpectedly, she stumbled upon something she was never meant to witness, plunging her into an unfamiliar realm where time and reality diverged from her own earthly existence. Suddenly and without warning, she found herself ensnared in yet another complicated emotional web, all while adjusting to an entirely new existence.

"Behind Bars" is a screenplay that tells the story of Efe a 19-year-old genius who was framed for a drug-related crime while on his way to pursue a better life abroad. Efe is sentenced to prison, plunging him into a world of despair and misery. The screenplay delves deep into the struggles of a troubled teenager and the ripple effect of his actions on those around him. "Behind Bars" is a thought-provoking piece that sheds light on the everyday life of average teenagers surrounded by the school system, societal challenges that confront teenagers and how these troubled youth navigate through popular culture amidst a surfeit of options.

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Laura’s life was a relentless storm of betrayal and resilience. Working as a cleaner, she endured mistreatment before being falsely accused of theft and fired. As her mother’s illness worsened, Laura risked their family home to cover treatment costs. Desperate for income, she found a job as a waitress with the help of Jerry Hills, a kind-hearted waiter who became a close friend. Unknown to her, Jerry was connected to Fred Walker, a notorious CEO who manipulated events to hire Laura as his secretary. Fred’s schemes strained Laura’s trust in Jerry, but her rough relationship with Fred shifted when a shared past emerged. A pendant Fred wore unraveled their connection, sparking a secret romance. However, their bond was tested when Laura became pregnant, and Fred, fearing exposure of his affair with Maggie, his account officer, pushed her away. Seeking solace, Laura confided in Maggie, unaware she was her estranged step-sister. Consumed by jealousy, Maggie plotted to harm Laura but was stopped by her own son, Jack, whose life Laura once saved. As secrets unraveled, Fred sought redemption, proposing to Laura in hopes of a fresh start. Can love truly conquer betrayal and bring lasting healing?.

In a realm where magic and alchemy intertwine Aroza stood at the threshold of her new life as the bride to the infamous Sapphire Duke. The wedding was magnificent, draped in a veil from head to toe that shimmered like starlight; yet beneath this façade of elegance lay an unyielding wall built from suspicion and guardedness. The Sapphire Duke harbored a lingering doubt about Aroza's loyalty, believing her beauty masked ulterior motives inspired by ambition rather than true affection. Enveloped by daunting responsibilities toward not only herself but also her five companions who depended on her success for their futures, Aroza resolved to prove herself as an invaluable ally rather than a perceived threat lurking beneath royal glitter.

(idk why I wrote this but I hope you like it ;) It took quite a while for Basta to realise he truly was back... To the start of his hell. Will you join him as fixes his past mistakes, and makes new ones in the process? Poor cursed bastard. Everyone he ever loved has died. Before he found out they were all insane. Beware, there's a lot of Basta getting bullied by hot women, and bullying everyone else. Surely, this time, he'll be able to have a normal, peaceful life after saving the world, with the help of his two new skills, the knowledge of the past, right? Find out, if you really wish to. I can't stop you, now.

Aldric Bloodrune, the scorned bastard son of the powerful Bloodrune Clan, has known only the cold sting of rejection. Born with a bloodline too strong to ignore yet too illegitimate to honor, he grew up under the shadow of the clan’s ruthless expectations. The legitimate children and noble peers scorned him, while his father, the merciless patriarch, kept him at arm’s length. But when his own blood betrayed him in the ultimate act of cruelty—striking him down to sever his claim—fate took a surprising turn. Reborn in his younger self, Aldric stands at the precipice of vengeance and power. This time, he vows to protect the only person who ever showed him compassion: Olivia Cartroute, the noble daughter of a neighboring clan who, despite the dangers, saw the humanity in him. In this new life, Aldric embraces his outcast identity, wielding it like a weapon. He learns the ancient, forbidden Bloodrune arts in secret, forging himself into a force that will not only defy the Bloodrune legacy but shatter it. Fueled by vengeance and tempered by loyalty, Aldric marches toward the day he will reclaim his destiny and finally face the father who took everything.

It is said that girls love bad boys… it is said that bullies love more, but what if they are the ones who break women's hearts most cruelly? Clare was sure that she had met the love of her life, and she didn't expect that one day she would get a message from her beloved. He would announce to her that it was the end of their relationship. The perfect guy turned out to be a bastard, and her whole life was sprinkled. For a year, she was unable to pick up the pieces after this breakup, and for many months she was unable to stop thinking about him. The following summer, he reappeared in her life, turning it upside down by a hundred and eighty degrees. His return brought danger to her. Will Clare be able to heal from her love for this bastard, or will she give him another chance? How much will her former friend mess up her decision?

Roon awoke in a mysterious Realm based on Rooms, in this realm (Wealth, Fame, Power)is what determines your status, watch as our main protagonist conquers this world in his own way, there are societies similar to ours but with the added feature of super-natural abilities and infinite growth and possibilities

Palva, a young college student and a shy, introverted artist, dreams of creating art that speaks to the soul. Hoping to improve her skills, she gathers the courage to ask her art teacher, for additional guidance. The teacher agrees to mentor her, but he soon takes advantage of Palva's vulnerability and desperation to learn. As their private sessions continue, Henry's demands become increasingly manipulative, pushing Palva into morally and emotionally degrading situations in exchange for his "lessons." Palva art begins to reflect her inner turmoil, but her life spirals downward as self-hatred and confusion cloud her sense of self. She becomes ashamed of her appearance and conflicted about her sexuality, struggling with feelings of guilt and shame.

[System Activated: Welcome, Mr. Fallen Demon Lord! The ‘I Only Tame Hot Demi-Humans’ System has been successfully installed!]

The terror of ancient prophecies lies in the wait for death! The 9/11 attacks, the Indian Ocean tsunami, the Wenchuan earthquake… one prediction after another has been proven true. As 2012 approaches, are you ready? An ancient French poetry collection marked “Forbidden for Human Reading” hides an earth-shattering secret. Why have those who possessed this book met with untimely deaths? Why was Mars Barth, a once-respected prophet, expelled from the royal court? What connection does he have with the great seer Nostradamus? The tales of One Thousand and One Nights start to unfold in reality, as terrifying and bizarre events occur one after another. What deadly schemes lurk behind the world’s façade? The horrifying doomsday prophecy—2012 has become synonymous with the end of the world. Yet another prediction coincides with the mysterious prophecies of the Mayans. Will a cataclysmic disaster, tied to the fate of humanity, strike in 2012?

Tae Yeon-Woo, an office worker, known for his notorious streak in the business world had lost his life in an unfortunate car accident. He somehow woke up, in a new world as a bastard's child. He had lived peacefully in a small town with his mother, when the news of his half-brother, the rightful heir to the count's territory, tragically passed away due to a carriage incident, and his father, the current count, bedridden due to shock. Forcing him to become the heir to the count's estate, becoming the new count of the territory! Update Schedule: Monday-Friday (1 Chapter) Author's Note: The Cover Image is From Pinterest, credits to the rightful owner! Also, I'll be updating/rewriting some chapters.

When successful CEO, Sebastian , and rising entrepreneur, Sofia, meet at a tropical resort over summer vacation, sparks fly and they quickly give in to their passionate desires. But what starts as a summer fling becomes a tangled web of secrets, power plays, and hidden desires as the two find themselves on opposing sides of a high-stakes business deal. Can their attraction survive the heat of the boardroom, or will their ambitions get in the way?

In a desperate attempt to secure peace between two war-torn kingdoms, Princess Janice is forced into marriage with King Jason—a man feared across the lands as a ruthless killer with a history of dead brides. As she enters his kingdom, Janice expects to meet a monster but soon discovers that Jason’s cruelty may be nothing more than dark rumors concealing a man haunted by his past. Determined to survive and fulfill her duty, Janice finds herself drawn into a web of political intrigue and dark secrets. Together, she and Jason must confront an ancient curse that has plagued the royal bloodline for generations, a threat that has fed on their kingdom's bitterness and loss. As they seek allies and uncover hidden powers within themselves, Janice and Jason forge a bond that defies fear, transforming them from reluctant allies into trusted partners. But peace comes at a price. With the arrival of a shadowy council threatening to overthrow them, and with forbidden magic creeping into the castle’s walls, Janice and Jason must fight not only to save their lives but to protect a love that could finally bring their kingdoms the unity they have always longed for.

He became the Emperor when he was just a boy and was beheaded before reaching adulthood. It was a tragedy brought about by his fate as the first noble wizard. “Ian, don’t be born in your next life.” He thought everything was over, listening to the traitor’s heartless words. He knew, but… “You are a symbol of peace. Where else would you find such honor as a lowly one?” He became the Margrave’s bastard son, whose family went extinct 100 years ago. A lowly, unsophisticated one, destined to be sold as a hostage to the barbarians across the border.