Chained By Lacey

Beneath the sky, kingdoms rise and fall. Beneath the earth, no such fate exists—only chains, only suffering. Deep below Orinith’s golden spires, where the weight of stone and silence crushes all, a world festers in darkness. Here, names are stripped away, freedom is a myth, and the air itself is thick with despair. No one escapes. No one dares to dream. Yet, among the broken, something stirs. A boy, born into suffering. A secret, buried beneath blood and dust. A power, waiting to awaken. When the first crack forms in the unbreakable chains, the world above will tremble. But not all who rise from the depths seek salvation. Some carry the darkness with them. In the shadows of Orinith, a storm is coming. And when it breaks, nothing will remain the same.

Clara, upon dying, found herself lying in an unfamiliar bed within an unfamiliar room, with lots of unfamiliar faces greeting her, being addressed as someone who is very important in a whole nation. Only to found out that she have entered the book she used to read when she was in her previous world. And not just that, but as someone who is fated to die and kill herself because of her family's ill treatment towards her! However, as she live with her family, she realizes something...that the things that are happening with her current life is completely different from the book! How is she going to live in that world not knowing what's going to happen next?! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Hii! Cat here! I just want to tell everyone that English is not my first language, so my choice of words may not be related to what I'm trying to imply. But, I'm sure that I'll get better as I continue writing this story. Please bear with me! By the way, the image on the book cover is not mine and I only found it from Pinterest! If the owner wants me to take it down, please notify me and I'd gladly obey! Additionally, the setting of my story is not placed in Earth but in a different world, only thought of and created by my little brain. Everything about this universe will be explained as the story goes by, so please look forward to it! Thank you! - cathcatya

Noah Sullivan, a cheerful yet cold beauty of the business world was drugged and was forced to sleep with someone, on top of that that someone was a man. Opening his eyes he found out that the person he spend a night with is no other than his business partner, Ethan Caldwell. Seeing his partner's beautiful face only thing that came out of his mouth was "Oh!! I'm done for!!" "What!!?" But, ate wouldn't let them be as they become more and more involved with each other.

A dark curse. Bloody, violent murders. And a long awaited reunion throw Aleksasha's ordered world into disarray. Aleksasha was born to be the perfect noblewoman and then her family was brutally murdered in a conspiracy that spans beyond her years. When she was on the brink of ruin, the brooding Duke Matias Volkov married her when all of the kingdom turned their backs on the cursed daughter of a ruined house. After they exchange vows, Matias leaves Aleksasha to build their hiuse as he fights in a distant battlefield for 10 years. When Matias returns as a war hero he bears both scars and the spoils of war including a stunning and enigmatic woman named Selene. As Aleksasha’s hard-won position as the lady of the estate is threatened, she must confront deepening betrayal. Torn between reclaiming her rightful place and the dangerous allure of a new rival, Aleksasha battles her darkest fears. Long forgotten magic burns within her, desperately seeking release as outside forces strive to rip her marriage and her power apart. Cover Art by Nicoy Guevarra (https://www.nguevarrart.com) Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

"I love you." "But I don’t." Well this should be awkward. Good thing Ace got transmigrated to another world not long after! But wait— "Xiao Zhi, I can't love you. Go find someone else." Did he just wake up to a rejection? Coincidence? But not all hopes lost, maybe the gods above took pity on him because of this. [You have received the standard transmigration package: A system.] "Will it help me find love?" [Maybe hoes.] "Huh? Wha—?" [Go grab a hoe and start farming!] And so begins the beautiful story of Ace tackling anything the author will be throwing into the story. A story where even the author doesn’t quite know what’s going on? Sounds dangerous. "Mother says to marry the person who feeds you." – Liu Mei "Brother says never to accept food from strangers, including street stalls." – Shan Yifeng "Me? Uh... maybe just to live a long life? I'm raising two pigs." – Xiao Zhi (Ace) "Hey!" – Shan Yifeng & Liu Mei.

A man wakes up inside his favorite RPG, "Chains of Destiny," but instead of becoming the hero, he's stuck as Lucien, a low-level NPC. In a world threatened by the Oracle's Gate and divided between the Eastern Dominion and the Western Federation, Lucien must navigate his way through danger. Armed only with his knowledge of the game, what will be his fate?

Isla Sinclair never imagined her fate would be sealed with a signature and a ruthless vow. When her reckless brother gambles away millions to the wrong man, she is forced to pay the price—by marrying Killian Thorne, a powerful billionaire with a vendetta against her family. Killian didn’t build his empire by playing fair. He takes what he wants, and right now, he wants her. A Sinclair under his control is the perfect revenge. But Isla isn’t the weak pawn he expected—she’s fierce, defiant, and refuses to be broken. Their marriage is a battlefield, their desire a dangerous game. And when Isla uncovers the devastating truth about why Killian really hates her family, she faces an impossible choice: destroy the man she’s beginning to love or surrender to a past that could ruin them both. Because in this war of hearts, only one of them can truly win.

[COMPLETED] Abigail Snow accidentally caught her fiancé being intimate with her sister. She learned that her fiancé had only used her to advance his business and had never truly loved her. Heartbroken, Abigail called off the engagement and left everything behind to start a new life with nothing. At her lowest point, she met Sawyer, a hidden tycoon who helped her rebuild her life and seek justice against those who made her suffer. As Abigail begins to fall in love with Sawyer, his childhood sweetheart reappears, causing doubt and confusion for her. _____ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back (Completed) 7. Betrayed by Fiance, Embraced by Hidden Tycoon (Completed) _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> FB Page: Author_Purplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver _____ Notes: The book cover belongs to the author. Please don't reuse it!

Cassian had lived his life in the most miserable way. He had scrubbed the floors and washed the clothes in the cold winter and done everything just to please his uncle’s family, but in return, they sold him to a merchant only for a pouch of coins. And the merchant decided to gift him to the king of Aetherlyn, a faraway kingdom from his small village to show his loyalty and curry favor from the king. And he was the lucky one from the group to be choosen by the king. Thus he got the position of palace servant. Cassian thought maybe his life in the palace would be different, but he was bound to be disappointed as the people in the palace were far more sinister and ruthless. Scheming ran in their blood. And can anyone tell him why his path always crossed with the notorious first prince of the kingdom? The seemingly cold prince had an unpredictable temper. And why was he always drawn to him like a moth to a light? Will Cassian be able to survive in the palace where the true faces are hidden behind masks, or will he become more entangled in their schemes and just become a mere pawn in their game?

[When Prejudice Collides with Fate: Whose Trap Is This Mismatched Marriage?] Qin Ran had always believed that a man still trapped in the arranged-marriage circus at thirty must be either emotionally stunted or physically defective. But the universe had a wicked sense of humor—because the man waiting at Table 11 was a walking contradiction. Lu Sheng was a paradox of elegance and danger. His charcoal suit sculpted a body built for both boardrooms and back-alley brawls. When his gaze locked onto hers, the sharp lines of his face seemed to carve shadows into the air, the room suddenly heavy with the scent of cedar and unspoken threats. “I’m sorry, I think I’ve mistaken the table—” “Sit.” His voice cracked like a whip, freezing her mid-retreat. The glint of his platinum watch mirrored her death grip on the handbag strap. “If we’re both puppets in this family farce… let’s at least make it mutually beneficial.” Three days later, the marriage certificate seared her palm like a brand. She’d told herself this was a calculated escape from her brother’s suffocating household—until their wedding night, when the fresh scar snaking across his ribs screamed of bullets, not business deals. And when Lu Sheng shrugged off his shirt, water sluicing down the defined ridges of his abdomen, his smirk was pure sin: “Clause Three of our contract, Mrs. Lu—no coveting Party A’s assets.” She backed him against the glass wall, her fingers skating over the corded muscle of his spine. “Mr. Lu… does that clause include your six-pack?” [High-Stakes Romance | Marriage of Convenience | Enemies-to-Forced-Allies] — A billionaire with a bulletproof reputation and a vault of secrets. — A razor-tongued medical intern with a talent for unearthing truths. As lies ignite and bullets fly, only one rule remains: In this game of hearts and gunpowder, the first to fall… loses everything.

Dylan pulled back when Olivia used her hands to push his head closer to her. The blazing stare he gave burnt her soul directly, "Pull my head one more time and I'll fuck you while hanging you from the ceiling. " he blurted out without any remorse. Olivia, once the epitome of love and sacrifice, now seeks vengeance. Sold out by her beloved, she's imprisoned and humiliated. But Olivia's true identity as a billionaire's girlfriend and heiress to a powerful family will be her instrument of revenge. Those who wronged her will pay, cry, and regret it.

Kai's life has been nothing short of brutal ever since his parents were killed. It's a life filled with constant torture and forced labor while constantly being ridiculed. He can no longer handle it... until one day he doesn't have to, Kai dies and much to his surprise he's been given a second chance at life after being reincarnated into a new magic filled world. Will he use this as a chance to live the life his parents always wanted him to live? or does fate have something else in store for Kai?

“P-please let me go..” I stammered and before I knew it, I was word vomiting while crying. “—I won’t return. You won’t ever see me again. I know you don’t want me as a mate. You hate me, so please let me go.” I cried out. Cain’s jaw tightened with each word that left my lips “What gave you the idea that you have the power to choose what you want?” His voice was low, “You don’t get to decide what, how, and when you leave. Only I get to do that. You don’t get to leave me, you don’t get to run! You only leave when I want you to.” "I didn’t ask for this,” I whispered, trembling. “I didn’t ask to be your mate.” Cain stepped back, “Neither did I,” he muttered under his breath. “But the bond doesn’t give us a choice, does it?” ~~~~ As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

In a world where divine power dictates fate, strength alone is not enough to survive. The strong rule, the weak are discarded, and trust is a fool’s gamble. Xenos learned this the hard way. Betrayed by those closest to him, he abandoned all faith in people, choosing to rely only on his intelligence and power. To trust is to be controlled, and Xenos refuses to be anyone’s pawn. Unlike the Diviners—who are born with innate abilities that tie them to the heavens—Xenos views power differently. He does not submit to fate; he bends it to his will. Every alliance he forms is temporary, every step he takes is calculated, and every enemy he makes is just another obstacle to be removed. Yet beneath his cold, ruthless exterior, a question lingers. What is his purpose? What does he truly seek? He moves forward not just to survive, but to find a goal worth chasing in a world that has given him nothing. As gods watch from above and powerful forces conspire in the shadows, Xenos walks a path of his own making—one of manipulation, defiance, and absolute control. But in a world where power is everything, will he ever find the answer he seeks? A tale of betrayal, strategy, and a relentless search for purpose. In a world without trust, can Xenos find something worth believing in?

Asher Carter has spent his entire life hiding his true self. In Eldermire—a town ruled by the iron grip of the Council of Purity—being different is dangerous, and some kinds of love are a crime that can cost you everything. Orphaned young and raised under the council’s suffocating laws, Asher has learned that survival means keeping his head down. By day, he works as a waiter at The Gilded Spoon, an elite café where the town’s powerful gather. By night, he dreams of a life where he doesn’t have to pretend. Then there’s Malcolm Hayes—the mayor’s son. Wealthy, charming, and engaged to the daughter of a high-ranking council member, he is everything Asher can never have. To the world, Malcolm is the perfect heir to Eldermire’s legacy of purity. But beneath the polished facade, he's living a life that isn't truly his—while being irresistibly drawn to the quiet waiter he just can't stop thinking about. One moment, they were just two men living separate lives. The next, they are fugitives. Hunted by a town that sees their love as an abomination, Asher and Malcolm’s only hope is to escape beyond Eldermire’s borders—to a place where love isn’t punished. But running won’t be easy. In a world where their love is forbidden and betrayal is inevitable, the question isn’t just whether they can escape—but whether their love is strong enough to survive. --- Trigger Warning: This story explores dark and intense themes. Please proceed with caution if you are sensitive to: Graphic violence Vigilante justice Homophobia Fear and persecution Life-threatening situations Explicit sexual scenes

~Thrown into the pages of a horror bl as the side character who is destined to a gruesome death, (Y/n) is determined to outsmart the plot as he tries to avoid the inevitable ending. But fate is cruel and so is the obsession of a certain someone who had his eyes on the male since day one. Is he truly changing the story or is he falling deeper into the claws of its twisted fate?

In the dazzling world of haute couture, Alessandra Ricci reigns supreme. A supermodel adored by millions, she commands runways and magazine covers with effortless grace. But behind the glamor lies a woman trapped in gilded chains, bound by duty to marry Luca Corsini, her family’s golden son and a billionaire untouched by their mafia ties. Matteo Corsini, the dark horse of the Corsini family, thrives in the shadows of the underworld. Ruthless and unapologetically dangerous, he’s carved his own empire within the mafia, far removed from Luca’s pristine world. Yet when Alessandra enters his life, she disrupts the order Matteo clings to. Her fiery independence and unapologetic spirit ignite a forbidden passion he cannot deny. For Alessandra, Matteo is everything she shouldn’t want—a man steeped in darkness and danger, the opposite of her safe, predictable fiancé. But the intensity of his gaze and the unspoken understanding between them pull her into a world she’s tried to avoid. As tensions rise, Viktor Castellano, Matteo’s closest ally and confidant, becomes both a voice of reason and a mirror to Matteo’s struggles. Their bond, forged in the fires of loyalty and shared battles, is tested as Matteo’s obsession with Alessandra threatens to blur the lines between family loyalty and personal desire. In a world where alliances are fragile and betrayal is deadly, Matteo must choose between his devotion to Alessandra and his loyalty to the Corsini name. Will their love be worth the price of war, or will it destroy them all? Captured by Shadows is a seductive tale of ambition, betrayal, and a love too fierce to resist, set against the backdrop of high fashion and mafia intrigue.

--- A hero summoning gone wrong lands Kaito in the middle of Demon Territory instead of the Human Kingdom. Before he can react, a furious young demon girl accuses him of being a pervert and tries to enslave him—only for the strongest Demon King to step in and claim him instead! Now stuck under a dangerously playful Demon Queen, Kaito must figure out how to escape. But thanks to his unpredictable “Unscripted Hero” class, every situation spirals into chaotic misunderstandings! Expect: -A sarcastic, unlucky protagonist -A sassy, unhelpful system -Onee-sans, tsunderes, and demon trouble -Epic moments ruined by Kaito’s own stupidity -A totally "serious" adventure (definitely not comedy) New chapters daily! (7-10 chapters per week!) Enjoyed the chaos?(⁠^⁠^⁠) Leave a comment! Your feedback fuels my insanity.

Young and soulful, Karna, and, mature and seductive, Urvashi, live unfulfilled lives. The only thing keeping them sane is their complicated relationship. However, when fate rolls the dice for them, they are sucked into a video game and end up in a fantasy world. With their lives seemingly reset, and in a world where anything was possible, the two souls embark on a new journey together to make their wildest dreams come true. Arc 1 - The Secrets of Sacred Groove Karna and Urvashi finally take their first steps outside the training grounds. However, it doesn't take them too long to find trouble. Caught in a century old conflict between two tribes, they must try and bring down a cult and their mad god who relishes in death itself. Warning: The story deals with Young male (20's) and Older women. Some might find it inappropriate, so I thought it is best I keep informed. What you can expect -- Weak to strong MC -- A slow start, actual plot takes like 15 or so chapters to kick in. -- RPG combat and magic system with lots of numbers -- A lovable entourage of Romantic interests -- Slow burn romance -- Daily update *** You can support me on Patreon and get access to advanced chapters P.S. The cover is A.I. generated

She was the perfect daughter, shaping herself into whatever they wanted her to be. A flawless doll. A beautiful mask. She learned every smile, every move, playing her part without a single mistake, because this part of her life wasn’t hers... it was theirs. But not forever. One day, she would break free. No one would control her future or tell her who to become. She would be the one writing her own story. Yet, just as her plans were finally falling into place, everything started to crumble. One problem after another, surprises she never saw coming, and people who kept showing up in her life, no matter how many times she tried to push them away. Her life had always been hard, but these sudden changes pulled her into a storm she never asked for, making her question the very path she thought she was set on. Like a caterpillar fighting to build its cocoon, she is struggling to change. But deep down, she knows that once she breaks free, she will be a butterfly, ready to rise and fly higher than ever before. … “Let me tell you now, your kindness? I don’t need it. What you offer? I don’t want it. And a piece of advice, be careful with your kindness. It might bring pain to those you wish to protect, rather than support.” She turned her back, leaving him standing there, watching her retreat into the distance. … "Because I was like her once—filled with guilt. Those were the words I needed to hear, the ones I gave up hoping for long ago." He looked at her, his gaze softening with sympathy. “And you don’t seem like someone who’s ready to free herself from that guilt.” “Someday, maybe. But not yet. Not just yet.” “When that time comes,” he asked gently. “Will you tell me first?” She paused, meeting his eyes before a faint smile touched her lips. “I suppose I can do that much.” … “Whatever I’ve been through, no matter how difficult, I’m proud of it. I’ll never feel ashamed of the things I’ve done to reach this point.” She cupped his cheek, her touch gentle but firm. “So don’t feel bad for me. Be proud of me. While you weren’t there, you were always on my mind. You gave me the strength to keep going. Remember that.” He leaned into her hand, his voice quiet. “Then tell me… tell me everything you’ve experienced.” Currently 7 chapters a week... Another 2 for every 100 power stones mark... DO ADD "Llaellen's Updates" BOOK IN YOUR LIBRARY TO GET THE LATEST UPDATES ABOUT MY PLANS FROM HERE ON OUT Do read my other stories: SHE'S THAT KNIGHT KNOWN AS ZERO (COMPLETED) VENGEANCE TO THE ROYAL ONES (COMPLETED) COMING FOR THE LAST FOURTEENTH (COMPLETED) RESTARTING CHAPTER BOOK FINALE (COMPLETED) VERACITY OF THE PAST (COMPLETED) REBIRTH: STUBBORNLY FUFILLING A PROMISE (COMPLETED) LLAELLEN'S UPDATES (NEVER ENDING)

NOTE: THIS IS ALL FANFIC OUT OF MY IMAGINATION. Sean Xiao (Xiao Zhan. I'll direct him as such in this novel it might be a short story or maybe longer than I expected let's hope and read together) Sean Xiao and Wang jie(Wang yibo. I'll also direct him as such in the novel). are twins born on the same day. Sean, was just few seconds older than Wang jie. But they were separated due to an unexpected event which was still strange to the Xiao family. In summary, this is a story about two un-identical twin brothers who were separated... I'm even confused with the summary. I only have the idea. I suggest you read and enjoy. Additional note: no r-rated events maybe cuss words but I'll try to be as innocent as I've claimed to be. I'm an innocent mind. just enjoy the brothers who go through ups and downs with great turn of events and later of course, a reassured fate. _____________________________________ Remember to support your lovely author.

En un mundo destruido por la mano de los dioses, donde los humanos son meras piezas de ajedrez en un juego cósmico, Kael es un hombre que desafía su destino. Tras ser retornado al pasado, su memoria intacta de los horrores futuros, Kael descubre el "Sistema de la Rebelión", una fuerza que lo conecta con el poder de aquellos que se han rebelado contra los dioses. Con una marca ardiente en su muñeca y cicatrices de batallas perdidas, su lucha por la supervivencia lo llevará a enfrentarse a monstruos, aliados inesperados, y, finalmente, a los mismos dioses que han despojado a la humanidad de su libertad. ¿Podrá Kael cambiar el curso del futuro y romper las cadenas que atan a su mundo? La rebelión comienza, y el juego de los dioses está a punto de cambiar para siempre.

With reality bending under their clashing powers, the fate of entire realms hangs in the balance. Will Nicolas’ chains of judgment crush all opposition, or will Kujima’s desperate schemes reshape destiny once more? As war consumes the land, the true nature of gods, power, and sacrifice is revealed in an epic struggle that will determine the fate of existence itself.

In a world where society is valued based on their abilities and ranks, An F-rank hiding his true abilities seeks a certain guild master in search for an ally in his own battles. However, this certain guild master turns out to be the very reason of his suffering. Being transmigrated into one of the fantasy novels wasn't something Mu Wei had expected his whole life. He dreamed of becoming a successful actor but on the path of success, he was suddenly killed at a gasoline station. Now, being tasked with saving the world he has to use the best of his abilities given to him to hopefully finish it and go back to the real world. Will a certain guild master try to stop him? Is it because of love or hatred? Read and find out ;) Discord: https://discord.gg/aUd2qmmV Donate here! ko-fi.com/lexilovestowrite

War a never-ending concept of humanity In the year 2245 A.D, an experimental energy device known as the "Quantum Reactor" is created to help alleviate the problems stemming from Earth's dwindling fossil fuel reserves and over uses of the nuclear reactors. Unfortunately, the "Quantum Reactor" goes out of control, exploding and bathing the world with unknown energies in an incident known as the "Xianglong Crisis". As a result of the catastrophic environmental and rapid technological changes has happened to the Earth and humanity with it that follow after as well as a gate to the unknown but what lies beyond. Disclaimer all artworks you see here such as the cover are not mine but in time, soon I will hopefully get my own artworks up but what ever artworks i will put up for my works are all forms of inspiration art works for my stories if you want to support the original artists check out their works at artstation.com

In the depths of the Victorian era, where mansions are filled with secrets and shadows dance on the walls, lives the young boy "Reishel Galfrahad", a small child who holds in his hands an incredible power: an ancient magical book, within which appear mysterious texts that grant him the ability to change the world... or destroy it! Reishel finds himself trapped between a distorted reality and interwoven nightmares, discovering images of children with similar faces and names, facing dark corridors, and people appearing with strange curses, while a mysterious shadow pursues him, hiding a secret buried in his family's bloodline. When the mansion is locked down after a horrific murder, and unknown creatures begin to appear, Reishel becomes the only hope for survival. Each spell Reishel utters opens a gate to another world... a world that devours souls. What does the mansion hide? Who are the children in the pictures? And why does everyone seem like chess pieces in a story he didn’t choose to be a part of? A dark novel blended with mystery and psychological horror, charged with magic and destruction, where the boundaries between reality and imagination are broken, and escaping the story becomes the greatest challenge... "I am the writer... and you are my story that refused to be completed!"