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Subdued Antonym

For love and duty.When love fails, duty must prevail.

A Mara must marry a Rivers and give birth to the child of the promise. This was a covenant between two best friends over fifty years ago. But both ended up with only sons. Now the Mara family has two young men, David and Gabriel, while the Rivers family has two daughters, Asia and Violet. Violet, being the older one, is betrothed to David, who manages his family's vast business empire. Asia, working in the Mara Business empire, is David's best friend, causing friction between the sisters. Asia soon finds out that David is in fact gay and will not marry her sister. Now Gabriel is forced to marry Asia, causing Violet to be her number one enemy as she is left out in the cold. In her bid to marry a Mara, Violet pleads with Asia to let her marry Gabriel as Violet is the older one like Gabriel. When Asia refuses, Violet plans to sabotage her. Violet works with Allan to kidnap Asia. The plan works. Asia is drugged and ends up in bed with Allan while Violet presents herself to Gabriel as the innocent sister. What Violet and Allan do not know is that Asia had anticipated sabotage and had already married Gabriel in secret and she was expectant. David shifts his loyalty from his own family to the Asia. He is ready to fight Gabriel for breaking Asia's heart. He loves Asia and will fight the world to see her happy. When the Mara family decides to kill Asia for becoming majority shareholder of the Mara empire, only her best friend can keep her safe. Asia and David must subdue their enemies, work on their friendship and build the Mara empire to greater heights.
Anita_Ojukwu · 3.8K Views

Song of the Gardener of Souls [BL]

Rowan sees beauty in death. The Order he has sworn to obey only sees defilement. As the reviled Caretaker of the Order, Rowan has accepted his role as a dutiful outcast because he believes it is the only way to prove his worth to the man who holds his sisters’ souls as collateral. With his magic and his voice, Rowan can absorb death and transform it, but only in ways the Order deems acceptable to maintain the stability of the reality it claims to protect Order must subdue Disorder. Reality must triumph over illusion. He is tainted and always will be. Rowan has never questioned those lessons, but that changes the night he harvests a crimson soul that is more than human and chooses to keep it a secret. When Rowan’s song transforms that soul into a beautiful and mysterious man he names Wren, he is forced to accept that sometimes duty is a lie and illusion is the only thing you can trust. As the fabric of the Order begins to unwind and a new kind of Disorder takes hold, Rowan will need to choose again, stand with the Order that held him down, or forge a new path with Wren at his side. He may be the only one who can restore balance to the worlds, but only if he can find balance within himself first. ************************************* Updates 3-4 times per week. Note: This story focuses on relationships. I promise an epic romance, lots of swoon-worthy moments, and a healthy amount of fluff. When it does get steamy…you might get burned. Fair warning for explicit content. I don’t shy away from my spice. There are lots of side characters and couples to fall in love with, in addition to the main couple. If you love the idea of found family, you will be happy. This book is set in a non-heteronormative world, so you will see various gender identities/expressions and types of love. ************************************* Excerpt (if you want the full steamy version, you will have to read the book!): Still reeling from the new magic that coursed under his skin and unsure of how to react to the desire that threatened to take control of him, Rowan froze. Wren's hot breath against his mouth sent a jolt of pleasure through his body, and he choked back a groan. A different kind of panic flared in Rowan's chest, burning him as if he were the one on fire. This was what he wanted, what he'd thought about every night since Wren left. But wanting more was one thing. Acting on it was another. He'd spent so much of his life hiding, he didn't know how to do anything else. One corner of Wren's mouth twitched as Rowan pulled away. When he attempted to free himself from Wren's grasp, Wren just hauled him closer. Rowan liked that he didn't have to think about what to do next. His bare chest thudded against Wren's torso, and the heat from Wren's body merged with Rowan's skin, melting him from the inside out. "What did you just do to me?" Wren's deep voice vibrated against Rowan's chest. "The Disorder of your illusion was holding you captive. I…I absorbed it." "Oh? Where did you learn to do that? Have I been gone that long?" Wren's grip loosened slightly on Rowan's wrists as if he was satisfied now that Rowan was practically sitting on top him. Rowan stared at Wren's lips. He opened his mouth to protest, but immediately closed it again. "I know you aren't going to say that I shouldn't touch you." Wren's free hand splayed over the small of Rowan's back. "Not when you started it." Rowan's breath hitched. "No. I'm not going to say that anymore. Not to you." "I thought you were afraid to be touched." Wren's fingers traced a circle over the curve of Rowan's spine as if testing for a reaction. "I know that I'm not afraid of you." Rowan waited for the panic to set in, but all he felt was desire. "With you, I want…" "You want what?" "I want more." Triumph flared in Wren's gaze before he narrowed his eyes. "Really? Then why are you still trying to get away from me?"
LivChanin · 1M Views

Wandering the Multiverse: Becoming a Killer

My name is Ethan Wren, a fortunate adventurer with the ability to travel across dimensions and worlds. Each time I traverse a new world, I acquire two powerful abilities by completing main missions and special tasks. - Slayer: Every time I eliminate a humanoid entity, I can gain a special trait to enhance my skills. Eliminating countless zombies will elevate me to a god-like status. - Gamer: I don't need cheats to dominate games, as I am a living cheat code. - Swordmaster: All sword techniques in the universe are within my grasp. - Connoisseur:"My friend, you smell delightful. Fear not, I am sincere with my comrades and will stand by them." - Binder: Monsters, demons, creatures, come to me! - Timekeeper: Control time, do as you please in school, do as you wish in the office! But despite my power, I prefer to blend in with lower-level martial arts. You wonder why? The world is so perilous, of course, I must become invincible before I take risks! The apocalypse reshapes human civilization, the martial arts realm takes control, the supernatural world becomes the progenitor, the armor world rises to emperor status, the absurd realm ensnares the succubus, the Ultra world trains heroes; the gods realm creates legends; the solitary world subdues the present day; the interstellar world forges the strongest mech; the myth saves Sophia; Western Paladin III; Survival at Sea; Marvel; Odyssey to the West; Mortal Ascension; DC; Duel Monsters; Beast Mastery; Primordial Realm; Lovecraftian; Dragonborne; Dark Void, Shinobi, Pirate, One Punch Wonder, Guts, Neon, Undead, Warbringer...
NovelsWorld · 24.6K Views

The Witcher: From Dragonblood to Dragonlord

"What year is it? Bloodline wizards are so outdated! I mean, grinding proficiency, chip decoding, skill trees, life simulation—aren't those systems way better than being stuck with a limited bloodline wizard? But when Loren finds himself transported to a wizarding world, he quickly realizes that having ‘dragon bloodline’ is seriously awesome! In the mortal kingdoms, by the age of 16, he transcends to a legendary knight, unmatched in combat, with the strength to take down full-fledged wizards. When he becomes a wizard, his dragon physique makes him a beast in close combat. With massive amounts of magic, he can cast spells like a maniac, and his crazy elemental resistance gives him an advantage over other magic users. When he invades other realms, his dragon might alone terrifies and subdues the enemy. This isn’t the path of a wizard—it’s the path of a god! ... Luckily, Loren finally reaches the rank of high wizard, but now he's about to hit the dreaded bloodline shackles—his power will never surpass the source of his dragon bloodline. Is this the end of his journey as a wizard? Wait, what?! The wizarding civilization is preparing to invade the Astral Plane, and the dragons are their first target? They’re even developing weapons specifically to take down the dragon kings. Well, nobody understands dragons better than me! As the chosen of the dragon lineage, I'll lead the charge! Loren leads the wizard civilization in the war against the dragons, bathing in dragon blood and slaying dragon kings with his sword. He becomes the Dragonlord and the Supreme Chancellor of the Wizard High Council, the Dragon Mage of Time and Space. After breaking free from the bloodline shackles, he uses his wizarding power to uncover the ultimate secrets of the bloodline. Under his leadership, the wizarding civilization conquers countless worlds and rules the rise and fall of multiverse civilizations. Standing at the pinnacle of eternity, Loren can’t help but think: 'Who said bloodline wizards are weak? Don’t talk if you don’t know what you’re saying!'"
Daoist9S8z3T · 385 Views

My System was Muted!

In a realm where folks wielded unique "Goldfingers," fonts of magical prowess, Lucas Evercrest remained blissfully unaware of his own exceptional potential. Little did he fathom that he harbored this incredible power deep within, an untapped wellspring. While others soared to grand heights, Lucas inadvertently subdued his Goldfinger, leaving him stranded at the humbling level 1, watching as his peers flourished. One fateful night, enveloped in the haze of sleep deprivation, our unsuspecting protagonist's world shifted. Battling to embrace slumber's embrace, he carelessly brushed against the "Mute Notifications" icon on his Goldfinger's interface before drifting into dreams' embrace. Seasons swept by like leaves on the wind, and there he stood, drowning sorrows in whiskey's amber embrace and endless loaves of bread, mourning an elusive system he believed had passed him by. Amid the din of a bar, laughter rippled like an unsteady melody. Echoes of "Status Open" danced in the air, chanted by playful kids, each repetition a chorus of mockery. Weariness pressed his head against the bar's cool surface, a failed shield against the jeers and japes. "Status Open, Status Open, Status Open," he muttered, lips grazing the wood, words coated in a blend of irony and irritation. And then, as if summoned by this weary incantation, a radiant cerulean window materialized before him. Within its luminescence, Lucas Evercrest's identity flickered, inscribed alongside his meager statistics: "[Lucas Evercrest], [Level 1 [^], Job: Starter], [HP: 1220, MP: 123], [Str:84, Agi:93, Int:43, Ins:23, Wis:53, Def:32, Sta:45, Dex:32, Con: 122]." Details unfurled like a tapestry, revealing a mosaic of attributes. His handiwork, etched in the fabric of his being, began to come to light. The window whispered of abilities and names, secrets shrouded in cryptic notation: "[Abilities: Open to show more.], [Titles: Open to show more.]" Yet even amidst this revelation, a sobering truth lingered – his status, labeled "Intoxicated," stood as a stark reminder of his present condition. Experience, captured within the confines of "EXP: 100/100," hinted at untapped potential, awaiting the spark of realization. An "Inventory" beckoned, promising more to explore, yet the ever-watchful "Missed Notifications" count of "99+" bore the mark of silence, a testament to a bygone era when his Goldfinger's voice remained muted. And so, in the quiet hum of the bar, amidst the ebb and flow of laughter and life, Lucas Evercrest's journey unfurled anew. The forgotten Goldfinger, once stifled by his own inadvertence, stood poised to rewrite his destiny, as he grasped the reigns of his dormant power, eager to ascend beyond the confines of level 1 and embrace the legacy that had patiently awaited his awakening. *This synopsis was written by someone else who wishes to remain Anonymous, thank you to who did it.* *Title is pending for the cover.*
Daoistc5PXIE · 15.6K Views

Our Contract Marriage Is On The Trending Search

"[A refined good-for-nothing thug in a suit vs the evil but sweet-looking financial magnate. A sweet romance novel where both leads pursue each other.] Su Xianyi was nineteen when she fell in love with Lu Shiyuan. She mustered her courage to say, “Dr. Lu, thank you for saving me. Can you give me your contact number? I’d like to thank you properly.” The man casually flicked away the excessive ash on his cigarette and smiled at her, blatantly flirting. “Do you like me?” Su Xianyi ran away. When they met again, her elders introduced him saying, “You can call him ‘Uncle’.” Su Xianyi felt nervous and guilty in his presence. She carefully hid away her thoughts, but then… The man donned a black suit, white shirt, and was slowly tugging his tie loose. When mesmerizing black eyes framed by golden rimmed glasses, he asked gently in his hoarse voice, “Would you like to come to my place?” Later on, Su Xianyi became famous because her reputation was tarnished for robbing another’s fortune, bullying, and being lawless. Yet, she had a clean and innocent face, making her look harmless, when she was actually a typical evil financial magnate capable of winning arguments and clobbering phonies. Her family clarified, “Our child is most obedient and sensible.” The public apologized, “… Forgive us for being blind!” Someone suggested that they should release a piece of breaking news to subdue undesirable gossip. And then… [Su Xianyi and Lu Shiyuan are already married] became a trending search."
Beautiful Crescent · 150.6K Views

Villainous Yang Dragon

In ordinary web novels, when the protagonist of luck encounters danger, they always turn misfortune into fortune and become stronger, like an unkillable cockroach. *** “System, how do I become a qualified villain?” Qi'an asked. 【Hunt down protagonists, snatch their luck!】 【Trample on Holy Sons, embrace Saintesses! 】 【Fame that terrifies all that makes all bow their heads! 】 【Please complete the following tasks, and grow into a qualified villain.】 “Task: Subdue a maid, recruit a golden-luck Saintess as a maid.” “Reward: Divine Ability "Thousand Swords To Court” “Task: Annihilate a Holy Son or a Saintess of a holy land, sect, or ancient clan.” “Reward: Ice Qilin Essence Blood, Fire Qilin Essence Blood, etc…” Qi'an was rendered speechless after reading. Holy Sons and Saintesses are beings that everyone looks up to! Kill Holy Sons, collect Saintesses! *** 【Ding! Villain mission received: Massacre】 【Kill a total of ten Holy Sons, Saintesses, or Heavenly Talents from ancient clans】 【Reward: 10,000 Villain Points, Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood x3】 *** “Enough, come back. Have you become addicted to killing?” Qi’an ordered. The white-clad sword guards sheathed their swords reluctantly, returning with a sense of unfulfillment. 【Ding! Host kills without blinking, extremely domineering! Villain points +10000】 ‘I’m truly a thorough villain… Even my subordinates look like villains!’ *** Qi'an noticed that the Saintess was also looking at him. Her beautiful eyes seemed to hold an inexplicable heat. The prince is actually the legendary physique that drives countless women crazy… Dragon Yang Dao Body! Knowing this fact, Saintess's heart was already in turmoil. *** If there is anyone in the Holy Land who could be favored by His Highness, it would probably be his precious daughter, the Saintess. But she has never liked being close to men since childhood. Elegant as a lotus, how could she possibly be willing to serve another man? Just as he was hesitating, the Saintess in a white dress, arrived, “Father, let me serve His Highness.” *** In this battle, Lin Qi’an borrowed ten thousand swords and killed a thousand people! Unmatched in the world, his fierce reputation spread far and wide. 【Ding! Host acted domineeringly and decisively, embodying the villain’s demeanor.】 【Villain points +20000】 【Ding! Congratulations to the host for completing the task “Slay a Holy Son”】 【Rewards obtained: “Ice Qilin Essence Blood” “Fire Qilin Essence Blood”】 ........…..(*_*).................. WTF Saintess wanna serve the villain on her own accord!! Wanna find out what happened next, read the novel then.
Xerzxes_ · 76.1K Views

Overpowered Gift Holder

----------------------------------------------------------- It is a story about a young orphan boy but who inherited the power of the ancient hero god(self proclaimed god), this world is already nearing it's ending, humans greed won't be subdued by anything, and the great calamity once again going to befall upon humans. It will be a great test for their persistence, yet the responsible heroes are playing cards, gambling for entertainment, would humanity survive? will it go back to normal like before cataclysm? hope is a sin for ordinary people... "Wait did I inherit who's inheritance? isn't he the greatest *beep* equal? "what? he is stronger than S class and control *beep* authority?" "He will be the one who can win the final battle and decide the fate of the earth, our final hero! our final hope...." "I will end this war..." He who is the last hope of humanity, a hero who would save the world? time is the only thing can answer this question.... ------------------------------------------------------------ This story has no System, only status window and it is not leveling up in traditional sense, stats will only increased by training or breaking through by external medicines or elixirs or items. ------------------------------------------------------------ Dear readers kindly comment anything in the comment section, it is lonely, to the point I would rather welcome disses openly about this story ------------------------------------------------------------- contact: E-Mail: myriadlion@gmail.com
World_Turtle · 16.3K Views

OMNIPOTENCE AS A MAN

~NEW UPRISING NOVEL!!!~ P/s: I am a fresh author that just start to delve into this career. I hope you enjoy it! Feel free to read my other novel, if you want rated M and 18+, read One Day With You. This is for general view and no romantic scene because it was mainly for adventure and action. Believe me, the story will be boring at first, but I promised you it will be an epic scene as the main character grow up. I have to started it slow for the character development because he is still a toddler. So, please look forward for this novel by put it in your collection. Thank you XD .... Makoto Hiro, a young man from Earth, is reincarnated into a fantastical world known as Mundus Novus by a mysterious entity he calls 'Master.' In this new world, he is reborn as Oruvan, the child of a forbidden union between the Demon King and the Goddess Queen. Hoping for a simpler life in this new world, Oruvan quickly realizes that fate has other plans. As a human, he possesses a unique combination of magical abilities inherited from his parents: the dark magic of demons and the light magic of goddesses, along with the five aptitude elemental magics—fire, water, earth, wind, and electricity—granted to him by his past life. This rare combination makes him exceptionally powerful but also marks him for a difficult journey. Despite his desire for a peaceful existence, Oruvan is thrust into a life of constant trials and tribulations. His parents are captured by humans, leaving him to navigate a perilous world alone. Throughout his journey, he faces numerous challenges, from malevolent beings to political intrigue, all while uncovering the mysteries of his own identity and powers. The true test begins when the demonic blood in Oruvan's veins allows the Demon King to attempt possession of his body. With the support of his loyal companions, Oruvan fights to retain control and seeks ways to protect himself from this looming threat. As he grows stronger, he learns of the Demon King's grand ambition to conquer the world and works tirelessly to thwart it. Just as the humans are weakened by their battles with the demons, the dragon clans seize the opportunity to expand their territory, driven by an increasing birth rate and dwindling resources. Oruvan's strength and leadership enable him to subdue the dragon threat, but this victory brings him to the attention of the Seven Monarchs, powerful beings who perceive him as a threat to their dominion. Oruvan's quest for a tranquil life ironically propels him into the heart of a monumental conflict. His resolve to protect the human lands and secure his dream of a peaceful existence leads to an unprecedented war against the Monarchs. In this epic struggle, Oruvan must confront the mightiest forces of the Mundus Novus and prove that even a desire for simplicity can ignite a revolution. …
Secret_Ethereal · 588.9K Views

Ocean eyes: A Nigerian teen romance

I thought everything was over. I thought I would be free from everything. But then...he showed up. Why? Why did it have to be now? "Look at me, Tilda," His soothing voice came. I didn't want to look at him. I knew better than to do so. I felt his hand on my chin and he titled my face in the direction of his. I knew myself very well. I couldn't resist those eyes...those eyes, there was something about them that I couldn't resist. He didn't know, but he was luring me further into a trap that I knew I could never find my way back. Matilda Olusegun is the only child of wealthy parents. However, with the death of her father when she was just seven, and the sudden remarriage of her mother after his death, her life takes a drastic turn. Life in itself, coupled with the emotional struggles she faces at home, plunges her into a world of doubts and uncertainties. A world of "What Ifs?" And "Why's?" Opting for suicide as the only way out of the pit of torment that had subdued her for years, things don't, however, go as she planned instead, she comes to learn of the secrets that lie beneath her actions - It was him. The mysterious boy with blue eyes emerges from both worlds known to her. Who really is he? Read as things go beyond what the eyes can picture and understand, and how Matilda finds happiness once again in the owner of those ocean eyes. _ _ _ This is a Nigerian teen romance story full of drama, twists and turns with a touch of fantasy. Tags: #teen #teenromance #africanstory #Nigerianstory #fantasyromance #friendship #drama _ _ _ I hope you enjoy this story as it relives secondary school experiences in a fictional world. Your support is the best gift I could ever ask for. Join my discord server for chapter updates and more: https://discord.gg/zsahn4yckr
Blak_cherry · 85.4K Views
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