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THE BINDING SPELL

The Binding Spell "The Binding Spell" begins as a charming contemporary romance, introducing Clara, a quiet book-lover with dreams of her own publishing house, and Liam, an articulate university lecturer. Their serendipitous meeting in the sun-dusted aisles of an old, beloved bookstore, "The Binding Spell," sparks an instant connection over their shared passion for literature. Their story blossoms through cozy cafes and shared silences, hinting at a profound sense of belonging and the magic of finding a kindred spirit. However, their unfolding love story takes a dark and dangerous turn when the very bookstore that brought them together is mysteriously destroyed in a fire. What Clara and Liam uncover in the aftermath is not just a tragic accident, but a sinister web of corruption tied to powerful corporate magnate Marcus Thorne. Armed with explosive evidence of arson and deeper malfeasance, they find themselves thrust into a high-stakes battle for truth, their lives—and the safety of their daughter, Eliza—hanging in the balance. Their desperate attempt to expose Marcus publicly leads to a city-wide manhunt, Liam's injury and disappearance, and Clara's capture by Dr. Aris Thorne, Marcus's estranged and far more dangerous brother. Aris, a reclusive geneticist and data magnate, reveals a chilling ambition for total information control, seeking to "optimize" Clara's memories using a neural device to weaponize her story against Marcus. Caught between two warring brothers and their monstrous ambitions, Clara faces not only physical peril but a terrifying threat to her very identity. As Marcus's forces breach Aris's hidden facility, chaos erupts, leading to the desperate unleashing of Project Chimera - Specimen 001, a formidable and unknown creature. Clara must navigate a crumbling, flooding labyrinth, facing both human predators and an unleashed monster, all while desperately searching for Liam and clinging to the hope of protecting Eliza. "The Binding Spell" transforms from a sweet, character-driven narrative into a gripping, high-octane thriller, exploring the enduring power of stories, the fight for truth against overwhelming control, and the harrowing journey of two souls bound by love, courage, and an unbreakable will to survive.
Tobiloba_Wale · 1.1K Views

The Mirror Legacy

Lu Jiangxian died after staying up late one night. Yet, he finds his soul trapped in a fractured, bluish-gray bronze mirror. He falls into a boundless world of immortal cultivation and finds himself in the perilous landscape of Mount Dali. There, a small family from a small village by Meiche River picked the mirror up and is bestowed with the ancient teachings of the immortal ways, heralding the dawn of a splendid new era. ------------------------------------- A message from TomCat: Hi guys... this novel was a gold I picked up recently in my reading journey. I won't be profiting from this. Just want to share this great book with my fellow readers. Hope you enjoy this. The Mirror Legacy is a novel covering Drama, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Seinen, Tragedy, Mature, Xianxia, Psychological, Mystery genres. Written by the author Ji Yueren. ------------------------------------- A message from the Translator: Heya, it’s Crow, the translator for The Mirror Legacy. I’m glad to have the opportunity to translate one of the top ten books on Qidian. This is perhaps a different type of Xianxia novel that is quite unique in its own right. Instead of following a single main character through the story, there are no main characters in this novel, or maybe everyone is a main character. After all, the main focus of the novel is the characters rather than cultivation. If I have to describe what this novel is like… then I’d say it’s a Sims 4 Legacy Challenge, but set in an eastern fantasy world. If you can find satisfaction in watching generations of a family building themselves up and enjoy books with good characters, then this is the novel for you. The story progresses slowly in the beginning, making this a great read before your bedtime or on a lazy afternoon in the cafe with a cup of tea in your hand. (You may also need a tissue box for your tears, that’s all I’m going to say.) The story starts with a guy named Lu Jiangxian who died after staying up till late to work. He transmigrated, not as a human but a mirror (a broken one at that)! Upon discovering that he could absorb the essence from moonlight and gain power from it, he decided to find ways to restore his mirror body and find out its origin. He was later picked up by Li Xiangping, a teenager from a humble farming family that soon discovered that the mysterious artifact they found could turn mortals into immortals. With such a powerful artifact in their house, they feared that tragedy could befall their family. There was only one thing for them to do—become powerful to protect their secret and family!
TomCat · 20K Views

Dưới Bóng Băng Đảng

Deahan Luther Crosswell là một chàng trai từng mang trong mình trái tim đầy nhiệt huyết, nhưng số phận đã nghiền nát nó bằng những vết thương không thể lành. Anh từng yêu một cô gái sâu đậm, dành trọn thanh xuân và niềm tin cho cô. Nhưng rồi, anh tận mắt chứng kiến người con gái ấy hạnh phúc bên một kẻ khác – tên Bacos – và cũng chết trong vòng tay hắn. Sự phản bội, cái chết, và nỗi đau đan xen khiến trái tim Deahan đóng băng. Anh rơi vào bóng tối, từ bỏ ánh sáng, và bắt đầu hành trình đẫm máu của mình tại châu Âu – nơi anh từng là thủ lĩnh của một tổ chức tội phạm khét tiếng. Trong cơn thù hận, anh không để quá khứ yên nghỉ. Anh sai Zanjo – một tay sai đắc lực – truy sát Bacos để trả thù, và vụ ám sát thành công. Tuy nhiên, Zanjo bị bắt sau đó, và sự kiện này đã châm ngòi cho sự tan vỡ giữa Deahan và Marila – người đồng đội cũ thân thiết. Marila quay lưng với Deahan, gia nhập lực lượng cảnh sát London và bắt đầu hành trình truy đuổi Deahan cùng tổ chức khắp thế giới. Cuộc truy bắt kéo dài nhiều năm, gây nên tổn thất lớn về nhân lực cho phía cảnh sát, nhưng Marila không dừng lại. Không thể để bản thân và đồng đội mãi bị săn lùng, Deahan hẹn Marila gặp tại Seoul, đưa ra thỏa thuận: nếu cô còn tiếp tục đuổi cùng giết tận, anh sẽ tiêu diệt toàn bộ lực lượng phía cô. Sau buổi gặp, anh quay về Berlin – nơi mẹ anh Dolya và em trai Kazura đang sống. Tại đây, anh biết được một sự thật chấn động: cha anh – Deagi – người mà cả nhà tin là kỹ sư, thực ra từng là thủ lĩnh đời đầu của tổ chức Black Dragon, một tổ chức tội phạm lớn nhất nước Mỹ. Cái chết của cha 7 năm trước không chỉ là mất mát gia đình mà còn là sự kết thúc của một đế chế ngầm chưa từng được kể lại cho anh. Với thân phận thật sự được hé lộ, Deahan sang New York và kế thừa vị trí thủ lĩnh đời 2 của Black Dragon. Anh đứng đầu một tổ chức gồm 7 người quyền lực: Rinno, Saku, Kawashina, Kaiju, Benkey, Oshina và chính anh. Trong giai đoạn đó, cả nhóm mở quán bar Black Spin vừa làm căn cứ vừa là bình phong. Một ngày, hai kẻ lạ mặt là Jam và Nico đến, đề nghị hợp tác nhưng bị từ chối. Bị sỉ nhục, họ tách ra thành lập phe riêng, tuyên chiến với Black Dragon. Họ thất bại và bỏ trốn, nhưng sau đó quay trở lại dưới danh nghĩa Outlaws – một băng đảng mới gây chiến với tổ chức của Deahan. Trong những cuộc chiến đó, Kaiju hy sinh vì âm mưu của Jam và Nico. Cái chết ấy khiến Deahan nổi giận, phát động trận chiến lớn nhất, dẫn đến cái chết của Izan – thủ lĩnh Outlaws, và Jam – kẻ chủ mưu. Nhưng mất mát cũng kèm theo hy sinh. Rinno – người anh em thân thiết nhất, đã đỡ đạn cho Deahan và ra đi mãi mãi. Quá đau đớn, Deahan từ bỏ chức thủ lĩnh, tuyên bố kết thúc Black Dragon đời 2, khép lại một kỷ nguyên. Anh cùng nhóm trở lại London, chôn cất Rinno và Kaiju, thề không nhắc lại quá khứ nữa. Cũng tại đây, Kawashina gặp tai nạn giao thông nghiêm trọng. Người đầu tiên đến thăm anh là Marila – giờ đã là cảnh sát trưởng London. Cô bất ngờ khi thấy một kẻ từng tàn ác như Deahan nay sống như một người bình thường. Tình cũ chưa phai, sự thay đổi của Deahan khiến cô mềm lòng. Họ tái ngộ, trò chuyện và dần nảy sinh tình cảm. Dù cả hai từng là kẻ thù, nhưng những năm tháng theo đuổi lẫn nhau khiến họ hiểu nhau đến tận cùng. Deahan – lần đầu tiên trong đời – đã yêu lại. Anh tỏ tình và cầu hôn Marila. Họ tổ chức lễ cưới tại một khu vườn đầy hoa và cây cảnh đẹp, có mặt đầy đủ những người thân yêu: mẹ anh, Kazura, những người anh em cũ, bạn bè từ Mỹ, cả gia đình Deajin – chú ruột của anh – và đồng nghiệp của Marila. Trong buổi lễ ấy, không ai nhắc đến quá khứ. Không có máu, không có súng, không có hận thù. Chỉ có nước mắt, nụ cười và bình yên. Sau bao năm sống trong bóng tối, cuối cùng Deahan đã bước ra ánh sáng. Không còn là thủ lĩnh Black Dragon, không còn là tội phạm. Anh chỉ còn là một người đàn ông biết yêu, biết trân trọng gia đình, và có một người vợ tuyệt vời – người đã từng truy đuổi anh khắp thế giới. Và hành trình ấy khép lại bằng một câu nói: “Rinno, Kaiju, ba à… cuối cùng con cũng sống đúng nghĩa
Phat_Gia · 27.6K Views

How To Fall In Love With Eyes

Yeon-Jun is a dedicated barista at a quaint cafe operated by Sung-Hoon Cha, the son of the man who once saved Yeon-Jun's life. He grapples with selective mutism, a condition that emerged after the traumatic experience of witnessing his parents' tragic death. Although the details of his past have faded from his memory, his body retains the imprint of those painful events. It was during this darkest chapter of his life that Sung-Hoon's father discovered him alone and heartbroken, offering him shelter and a semblance of safety. Despite never having envisioned a future as a barista, Yeon-Jun made a solemn promise to Sung-Hoon's father on his deathbed—to forever stand by his side. This vow compelled Yeon-Jun to forsake his own aspirations and instead pursue a life marked by unrelenting work and perpetual anxiety. Conversely, Woo-San Kim is the affluent CEO of K&L Entertainment, a company steeped in legacy as he belongs to an illustrious lineage of chaebols, being an eighth-generation heir poised to inherit substantial assets from his grandfather. Like Yeon-Jun, Woo-San has also faced the grief of losing both parents to illness, which has led to a strained relationship with his controlling grandfather. The elder Kim holds steadfast to his authority, adamantly refusing to relinquish the company, opting instead to orchestrate a competition among Woo-San, his half-brother, and his cousin for the right to inherit the family fortune. Throughout his childhood, Woo-San has been accompanied by Hee-Jun Go, a devoted friend and secretary who was rescued by Woo-San's father. Hee-Jun, having been separated from his own family at a young age, appreciates the depth of loyalty and friendship. In a heartfelt gesture, Woo-San offers to help Hee-Jun locate his long-lost brother, during which he finds himself inexplicably drawn to Yeon-Jun at the café, captivated by the quiet strength and resilience hidden beneath Yeon-Jun's struggles. However, when Woo-San’s grandfather learns of his burgeoning feelings for Yeon-Jun, he delivers a menacing ultimatum: marry someone of his grandfather's choosing or face disinheritance. Feeling cornered with little left to lose, Woo-San contemplates capitulating to the marriage arrangement, all the while suspecting that his grandfather is orchestrating a more sinister plot that preys on Woo-San's unresolved trauma, compelling him to wrestle for his inheritance. As tensions rise within this power dynamic, Woo-San feels an undeniable connection to Yeon-Jun, yet finds that Yeon-Jun’s condition renders him unable to express his own feelings. Desperate to flee the confines of the forced marriage, Woo-San resolves to turn his grandfather's manipulative tactics against him. In this quest for autonomy, he uncovers unsettling truths that extend far beyond his own life, jeopardizing not only his future but also deeply affecting Hee-Jun, Sung-Hoon, and even his grandfather himself. Faced with this newfound knowledge—one he wishes he could unlearn—Woo-San must grapple with difficult decisions. Will he risk exposing his own vulnerabilities to protect Yeon-Jun? Will he succumb to his grandfather’s wishes to secure his inheritance, or will he forge a path driven by empathy and commitment to those who have become family to him? The weight of these revelations threatens to alter the course of their lives forever. Author's Note: I apologize if this gets a delayed update. My country decided to randomly go to war this Tuesday and I live near the border. So, yeah.
Evan_Jason · 27.8K Views

THE IMMACULATE DEFIANCE (SERIES ONE)

PROLOGUE When love and command collide, what will shatter? Megara Smith, seventeen, faces a life irrevocably altered by her mother's betrayal. Not only did her mother abandon their family, but she also stole her father's fortune, leaving him bankrupt. Megara, already wary of the wealthy, finds solace only in her loyal best friend, Nathan Jones, a rare exception who chooses to attend their local community school despite his privileged background. Fate, however, has a cruel twist in store. Uriel Oman Jefferson, the arrogant and irresistibly handsome leader of the popular Zealous boy group, and heir to one of the UK's most powerful families, crosses paths with Megara. Their initial encounter at a local cafe ignites a spark of defiance in her, a spark that Uriel, accustomed to unquestioning obedience, finds infuriatingly captivating. Despite his fervent desire to forget her, destiny intervenes. Megara's academic brilliance earns her a scholarship to Royal Von High, Uriel's own exclusive domain. The unexpected reunion fuels his resentment, and he vows to expel her. But his attempts to sabotage her only draw them closer, a dangerous dance of attraction and animosity. Complicating matters is Hugo Arnold, the compassionate seventh grandson of the Arnold dynasty. He harbors a secret affection for Megara and desperately pleads with Uriel to abandon his vendetta. As Hugo forges a brotherly bond with Megara, his jealousy intensifies, threatening his friendship with Uriel. Will Hugo succumb to the bitterness brewing within him, or will he rise above his envy? This is a tale of love and betrayal, of fame and revenge, and ultimately, of the transformative power of empathy and forgiveness.
ACETECH2605 · 37.4K Views

Blue Paint

"Hey, want to be reincarnated?" It all started with that simple question, sure it wasn't said exactly in that way or context but it's all the same, the events remained the same... and so did its effects, its effects on both her story and on herself. Mysterious beings sending people across the many worlds through a cafe and their strange sense of doing things have brought her into an experience that she would either regret experiencing or look back on as necessary suffering. An alien planet of human-looking people who display power and skills of unique origin. With blasters, air rifles, railguns, flying ships, flying cars, spaceships, teleporters, and enormous rings, she woke to find herself in a world that was foreign to her with all forms of objects that she could only dream of. They continuously went against what she thought to be humanly possible, though I guess that is no longer a valid thought to have, they however have predetermined thoughts about her. The people there despised her existence, they wished for her pain, her suffering, her death... Throughout many years of pain and suffering, she still found a way to come out on top, she found a way to prove her existence ignoring all that was done to her and said about her. Like a bolt of lightning, she came quickly, she came loudly, and she left her presence in the hearts and minds of the people she encountered, for that was what she desired, for however much they wanted her erasure and disappearance she wanted them to be reminded of her presence even more. Blue Paint. Her hair and eyes cultivate the paint that is splattered across the canvas that is her, and the pain she amasses shall be the brush she uses to plaster said paint. At the end of the journey even with the many things, she shall experience on the way her mind will always go back to when she was asked that very simple question. "Hey, do you want to be reincarnated?" *** Extra Tags – Gender-bender, Action, Adventure, War, etc. Chapter length - 1500 - 2700 One chapter a week. (No promises) COVER IS NOT MINE, I am not the cover's rightful owner. If the original artist wants it taken down then please contact me! Discord: https://discord.gg/cBKysw4VFx
Pasithea_Midnight · 269.3K Views

Dainsleif: Grand order

It was a day like any other in the city of London. Citizens were proceeding with their jobs, and the weather was trash as usual. Every day was the same; workers going to work, traffic, students going to school. London was protected by a barrier to prevent any type of demon to enter. Demons are the main threat since the beginning of 2021. Now, the year is 2040 and it has been 19 years since demons have been on the surface of the earth. There are 5 demon classes. Class 1 (weak demons), Class 2 (Intermediate demons), Class 3 (Strong demons) Class 4 (super-strong demons) Class 5 (The godlike). Although it is rare for Class 4 and 5 demons to appear, they always send their spires to and human flesh and bring it to them. When a threat alike first appeared, humans were defenceless, however, it was at the beginning of 2022 that humans started to evolve. Humans started to obtain mysterious powers now called blessings. Blessing are powered humans have managed to receive through evolution to increase their physical power, spirit etc. Blessings are based around elementals. If humans elemental is fire, then his blessing with be based around fire elemental. The ranger organisation which is located in Berlin also gives flying skates to the blessed ones to ease their transportation. There are many types of elementals but the basic ones are fire, water, wind, rock, metal. These basic elementals create a branch of a variety of advanced elementals. Only 30% of the population have blessings, so this means any person who has an elemental is destined to become a ranger.
Yonko_master · 219.4K Views

The Secret bob

29 Mason sat in a cafe with Maria and Anthony, his case covered with bruises from getting beat by Jacob To be honest, he might have acted all mighty but then it felt so unfair that he just had to lose to a loser like Jacob It made him feel so miserable "What in the world happened to your face?" Maria gasped while checking it out "Were you beaten badly? By who ?" "Forget it" He waved her off and took a sip from his iced Americano which they had all ordered a cup each when they got to the cafe. His gaze diverted to Anthony and he arched his brow curiously "Who the fuck is he?" "I could just ask the same about you? Who the fuck are you and why would my sister bring me to a shabby guy like you" Anthony also had no chills He is definitely not the type to get bullied Especially not by a stranger "So you are the brother" Mason nodded after getting the issue "Nice to meet you, I am Mason Grey Hennessy" Anthony scoffed in disbelief and turned to Maria with a glare "What?" Maria shrugged "Seriously? You brought me here just to meet Jacob's brother? Have you not learnt from what happened to us the other day?" He sounded upset "Just calm down and listen" Maria tried to cool him off "Let me correct this" Mason took another sip from his iced Americano "I am Jacob's step brother, not his brother" "So what? As long as there is brother in your relationship then I would actually be grateful if you can stay away from me and my sister" "My point is....." Mason sighed frustratingly Having this feeling that Anthony would be a difficult one did not make him feel that good "Your point is what?" Anthony inquired "He is my enemy, just like he is your enemy too" Mason explained Anthony threw his head back in surprise and looked at Maria who gave him a nod and a soft chuckle "He is your enemy? Why? You don't like your brother? Does that mean you are a villain?" Mason suddenly felt uncomfortable "Don't act like you are all saint" Mason frowned "He was your brother-in-law and you never liked him either. Does that not make you a villain too?" "Can you guys just get along? Stop making this hard for me" Maria covered her face with her palm "How about you just explain the whole situation to your brother? He is starting to get on my nerves" Mason leaned his back on the chair and continue sipping his iced Americano "Anthony" Maria called "Mason needs our help" "And why do you think I should help a guy like him? He is rude and immature" "Just let that go. The one who gave him all this bruises is Jacob" "And so what? They are siblings who are meant to fight all day" "Let me just get straight to the point" Maria was also starting to get frustrated Why did she not think about how annoying Anthony can be sometimes "Grey Hennessy is planning to give Jacob all his inheritance when he dies" "What?" Anthony arched his brow "Why would he do that? I am pretty sure he has three sons including Jacob so why would Jacob be the only one receiving the inheritance?" "I know right? Don't you just feel bad for me and my brother?" Mason leaned forward, at ease that Anthony was slowly getting on the same page with them "I understand that you guys are his illegitimate son but still, that is not so good" Anthony sighed while Mason's eyes darkened Illegitimate? One of the words he hate most in this world One of the thing that has made him always lose to Jacob all his life It is just the fact that he is an illegitimate son . "You seems to know a lot about our family" the corner of his lips moved up "After Jacob's identity got revealed, I read a lot of magazines about you guys and I also watched the news" Anthony seems proud of himself "Anyways, what are you going to do now that your Father plans to give his whole to Jacob?" "We just have to make sure he does not" Maria replied "And how are we going to do that?" "Coming up with a plan" Mason was the one to reply this time "What plan?" Anthony asked "For now, we just have to make Jacob unreliab
Authoress_Vibes · 28.5K Views
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