Cannot Stand

Annika never intended to love him. The Demon King, hated by her kingdom, feared by her people—yet he saw her, truly saw her, in a way no one else ever had. In his arms, she found not a monster, but a man with a heart as wounded as her own. But love cannot erase the lines drawn in blood. As enemies rise and a merciless faction vows to destroy Leo, Annika faces the cruelest of fates: to betray the man who taught her love, or abandon the kingdom that gave her life. Every choice comes with a cost, and this time, there may be no redemption. Caught in a war where her heart stands on one side and her duty on the other, Annika must decide what she’s willing to sacrifice. Can love withstand the weight of the world, or will it shatter under the burden of betrayal? And if it does... how will she survive the pieces?

“Who are you?” The voice said who stared at Roselina with curiosity in his gaze. Roselina opened her eyes and saw the man's face and jumped to sit upright on the bed with a scream. She tried to get off the bed but felt soreness between her legs and realized she had slept with the man and lost her virginity to him. “Go away.” She screamed without looking at the man's face as he left the bed for the bathroom. He didn’t meet her in the room before he came back as she left with no traces. Roselina drove home looking rough and sad, crying while driving back. She met her father with his wife. “Where have you been since yesterday? Look at you, you spent your night out there with whom?” Her father yelled at her. “And who are you to ask me that? You're not my father, why yell at me like that, do you even care?” Rosalina yelled back with tears. 20 hours ago...(Yesterday)... “Don’t worry, father, I'll disappear as you want,” Rosalina yelled to her father, who was fuming with anger, his eyes all red. “How dare you raise your voice at me, you unfilial daughter.” Mr Kim Hyun Woo yelled at Rose, who was not going to engage with whom he wanted her to marry. “I dare, father, I have told you I don’t love him, U-Jin is just my friend and yet you’re forcing me to get engaged to someone I don’t love for your reasons… you can just choose your second daughter to marry him, okay.” Rose yelled and ran to her room, locking herself up. “Honey, why don’t you just leave her since she won’t listen, after all, she’s not your daughter.” Mr Kim Hyun Woo's wife, whose name was Yeri, said, rolling her eyes. “If she’s not going to do what I want, then she should leave my house.” Mr Kim Hyun Woo said angrily while Rose came out of her room and unknowingly, heard them. “What! Did she just say I’m not your daughter?” Rose said, shocked and unable to believe what she heard. Mr Kim Hyun Woo was shocked to see her because they thought she was in the room. “Huh… well… uh” Mr. Kim Hyun Woo didn’t find suitable words as he stuttered, but Rosalina stormed out angrily with tears, entered her car, and drove with speed as she couldn’t believe she was just a bastard of the Kim family. “I’m not going back to that house,” Roselina muttered to herself with tears as she tried calling her friend’s number, but it was off. Then she decided to go to her house, but she didn’t find her at home as her door was locked. Rosalina was so sad and thought of going to the hotel and spending her night there, but she drove to a club to have fun, maybe she could forget all she had on her mind. POV This is Roselina, but her Korean name is Yoona. She lost her mother when she was ten, who died of a heart attack the day her father confessed he had a wife and a daughter but later brought them to the mansion. Mrs. Min-Ji didn’t look like she was hurt and accepted the fact that her husband married and had a daughter secretly and brought them to the mansion because of how much she loved him. But things changed when Mrs. Yeri and her daughter started living in the mansion and always caused trouble, especially with her daughter. When Rose and Mrs. Yeri's daughter are fighting, Mr. Kim Hyun Woo takes Mrs. Yeri’s side, shouts, and yells at Roselina’s mother. The day they fought, Mr. Hyun Woo refused to see Mrs. Min Ji, who was having a hard time in her room, crying until she started having a hard time breathing and died from a heart attack. QUESTION...… Who was the young man? Do you think their one-night stand was destiny? Would destiny get them to meet again after that night? How would Roselina live her life when she found out she was pregnant? Are you curious to know about this novel? Okay, let’s look into this story and grab our popcorn as we check into this serial novel and find out what it has for us.

"Reclaimers" 10 years ago, the world fell. The red moon rose, shattering the earth and unleashing monstrous beings known as Reclaimers from its depths. Cities crumbled, humanity’s weapons proved futile, and survivors were forced into hiding. The once-dominant species became prey. Among the ruins, Ash and Lilith, orphaned siblings, grew up dodging death. Born into a shattered world, they’ve survived by relying on each other and the instincts honed from years of evading the horrors stalking their every step. But Ash wants more than survival—he wants revenge. When a chance encounter with the Vanguard—a hardened group of elite warriors fighting to reclaim the planet—offers them a glimpse of hope, Ash and Lilith are drawn into a dangerous journey toward the Citadel, humanity’s last stronghold. With Reclaimers hunting their every move and the promise of freedom and strength within reach, Ash dreams of joining the fight. But the red moon’s secrets run deeper than anyone knows, and the siblings’ survival will force them to confront not only the monsters outside but the ones within. Will humanity rise from its ruins, or has the Fall only just begun?

Elara Lysander is an ordinary woman navigating the monotony of adulthood. Her way to unwind from all the stress of bills and work? Reading. And her favorite novel as of late has been The Day of Eternal Light, which has been all the rage lately. When the novel ends in a way she doesn't expect--with her favorite character and the novel's villain, Caspian Isyndor's death at the hands of the king and the female lead--Elara is saddened, to put it lightly. She finds herself haunted by a dream of Caspian, and when she goes to reread the book, she doesn't expect the words to glow. She definitely doesn't expect to open her eyes and find Caspian standing over her. She learns he has summoned her after he became aware he was living in a loop and heard her sympathetic voice among the masses of voices. He believes that with Elara's knowledge of the ending he cannot remember, he can gain what he has always wanted--his brother's head on a pike and the kingdom of Isyndor in his hands where he believes it belongs. Only after she has helped him achieve this will he send her home. As Elara is thrust into this world of magic and intrigue, she discovers Caspian is not the heartless man he presents himself to be. As they tread the uncertain path filled with dark creatures, political intrigue, and the ever-present threat of his brother's wrath, Elara must face the music: will she be able to turn the tide and give him the happy ending he deserves, or is fate a collar that cannot be removed?

A man in his thirties was standing in front of she-devil's grave, under everyone's watchful eyes, he dropped the flower to her coffin, his tone was full of ridicule. "Congrats on your death." Next year he came, "I won. You lost to me and I will live well. Just rot in there." Next year he came again, "I have a pretty girlfriend and I will marry next year. My life is good. Nothing to worry about." Next year he came once more, "I will stop visiting and forget you! My life is better without you! See, I live well!" But he came again the next year and the years after that. People said he was hunted by his so-called arch-enemy. That even after death, the devil did not even let him go. He stood in front of her grave. His once handsome face had turned old and wrinkly. "Bei Sangyun, I cursed you. You are not allowed to rest in peace. You must be suffering there like me, right? You devil..." He might be the last one standing. But his life was the same as the dead's- lifeless and empty. He did not live well, he never once marry and his heart was never at peace. And it was all the fault of one person. ***** Bei Sangyun was a big bully in high school. The target of her bullying was the skinny boy in her grade, Fei Chuan. They were classmates once in kindergarten and met again in high school. But one day, just a year left before graduation, the big bully suddenly changed. One day, Fei Chuan hesitantly opened his locker. The other night, the big bully said that she left something in his locker. He did not really want to open it. He was afraid a poisonous snake would come out of his locker. However, his report card was there. With gritted teeth, the young boy opened it. However, what appeared was not a hideous thing as he expected, but a bright pink letter with a little heart sticker as a seal. It turned out, the surprise was scarier than a snake. Was this a new form of torture? Since then, Bei Sangyun relentlessly chased the young Fei Chuan until the two got married. ****** This is a story of rebirth. The two arch-enemies who could not live under the same sky had become sweet lovers.

Devine, a ruthless mafia boss and former serial killer, is driven by an insatiable taste for revenge. His Mother's brutal Muder at the hands of a notorious serial Court group ignited a burning desire for Vengeance that cannot be quenched. As Devin navigates the dark Underworld, his loyal brother Jonal stands by his side, supporting his quest for justice. But when Love unexpectedly enters the picture, Devin's hardened heart is put to the test. Will Devin, a man consumed by his Quest for revenge, finally succumb to The Power of Love? Or will his unyielding resolve for vengeance forever define him? "Love Amidst Vengeance" is a gripping tale of revenge, loyalty and the complexity of the human heart.

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Mei Feng got involved in a one night stand with a business tycoon Jung Ling also the heir to Starlings Company. A one night stand that will eventually tell the faith of a woman with unrequited love for her husband, will she have a happy home or a broken home. "Mei let's divorce". Kang Hui said grabbing every one attention at a party hosted to celebrate our marriage.

When William Ponthieus, the prince of Vaeloria, ascends to the level of a god yet remains bound to human desires and weaknesses, he finds himself torn between two worlds,the perfect existence he once had and the human essence he cannot escape. Unfortunately, his younger brother, Lucian, keenly observes this vulnerability and seizes the opportunity to exploit William’s losses, using them to propel himself to power that rivals his. As the brothers’ conflict deepens, the world itself expands into a clash of ideals: Lucian’s insatiable greed and obsessive longing for power beyond human comprehension, something greater even than gods, and William’s quiet simplicity, which stands in stark contrast to the vast power he commands. Each brother embarks on a separate path toward glory and redemption, pushing beyond the boundaries of what history has ever known.

There are many unspeakable pursuits in life. In this world, there are always some people and things worth a try, so that life is not in vain. In this story, the protagonist is determined to leave a deep mark on the stage of life with a fearless mentality. He firmly believes that only by stepping on a few powerful people in his lifetime can he live up to his descendants; only by entangled with the charming, cold or gentle fairies of different personalities can he truly experience the colorful and complex life. And the most important thing is that life cannot be smooth sailing. Sometimes you have to bow your head so that you can stand at the top with a more determined attitude at some point in the future and become a top existence. This is a story about growth, conflict and transformation. The protagonist will experience challenges, make choices, and feel the intricate emotions and power games between people in the process. His goal is to stand at the highest point, overlooking everything that has happened, and have no regrets in this life.

Chloe was the second daughter of the Bishop family, she was the girl who had it all breathtaking looks, a foster father who loved her as much as his own biological daughter, and a fiance who was handsome and rich. But nothing was perfect in this world. It turned out she also had a foster mother and sister who could ruin everything she had. The night before the engagement party, her foster mother drugged her and plotted to send her to hooligans. Fortunately, Chloe went to the wrong room and spent a night with a stranger. It turned out that man was the CEO of America's top multinational group, who was only 29 but on the Forbes List. After having a one-night stand with her, he proposed, "Marry me, I will help you to take revenge."

Vanessa Monroe stays up late reading erotic novel and ends up traveling to another world by God. And is traveling to this erotic novel she's reading to be the female cannon fodder with the same name as her? And she opens her eyes to an intimate scene with a domineering CEO? Vanessa Monroe laughs, “Isn't the Domineering CEO just a vibrator that pays my salary? --This substitute lover I've decided to be!” Vanessa did not expect to wait to sit on millions of assets, travel abroad for a while, halfway to be kidnapped, sent to the bottom of the auction house. The Dark Emperor - Italian gangster with eyes downcast smiled gently and waved his hand. Vanessa Monroe cried: “Master, can I redeem myself?” Escape and fall into the sea island, fortunate to have a gentleman dark shadow prime minister as a companion. Vanessa Monroe fake smile: “I seem to have seen you in a dream?” A dreamy experience of traveling into fiction and a thrilling life with three powerful figures .

Why do everything yourself when you can have clones?

I never imagined I'd fall in love at first sight with a stranger I'd met in a bar, but I was immediately seduced by Julian's green eyes, his magnetic aura and the burning gaze he cast over me. After a crazy night of passion with him, I was already imagining myself living a beautiful love story. The cold look he gave me when I woke up was like taking a cold shower in winter... So that's all it was for him, a one-night stand? I was naive to think that a billionaire CEO would be interested in an ordinary girl like me. Is being pretty enough to retain this golden boy such as Christopher Kole? I don't think so, my goodgirl style must have put him off. I could have recovered easily from this affair but, unfortunately, it left consequences. Dialogues: • "You know I want you, it’s not a secret and I know you want me too " he said his voice filled with a confidence that frightened and exhilarated her at the same time… • "The attraction between us is as strong as it was on the first day. You try to hide it, but I can see it. I see it in the way your eyes blink at me, in the way your breath stops when I get too close.” • "Yes, I want you," she admitted, her voice firm despite the trembling. "But desire is not a sufficient reason to marry you, Julian. What about love?” • “I'm going to marry you but under certain conditions” she says. • "Reeva, you can't take away this attraction between us. I will make you mine and you will love him like the first time we made love". • "Yes, love, I am here to satisfy you”, he said. • "Please," she begged again, her voice barely whispered. "I can't... I can't take it anymore…Come inside me now.” • "There is enough money in this envelope for you to take a taxi home. Last night was fabulous, but not so fabulous that I want to see you again. I'm used to women pretending to be in love with me after a torrid night just because they're hoping to trap me. You're the one who should get the Oscar for Best Actress. • Don't try to come back in a few weeks and tell me you're pregnant, it won't work. I took precautions yesterday.

"As the world darkens, Elliotte wields the legendary Exilibur on a perilous quest to reclaim the Rings of Light. Facing magical beasts, rival warriors, and the sinister Morvanious, he must confront not only his enemies but also his deepest fears. The final stand for the light has begun—will it be enough?"

"She stopped me from coming to the wedding!" "It's because she loved you and did not want me to marry you." "Do you think I'll trust you again? You liar!" He bellowed but he had believed her.

A journey from a scientist, to a lover, to a believer, to a father, to the saviour of all humanity.... A journey from an angel, to a guardian, to a wife, to a mother, to a human. What if the third world war isn't between countries, not even with aliens but with interdimensional creatures who can literally control our very flesh and mind? Cassandra Angel is the meticulous secretary to the kindhearted Michael Sutherland. When Mrs. Sutherland passes away, Mr. Sutherland suffers a stroke and is paralyzed to his bed. Cassandra meets her new challenge in the form of Ray Sutherland who just doesn't know how to take no for an answer. The fact that she cannot control herself around him is also alarming. What will happen when their union brings destruction to their planet? Will the truth of who they keep them apart or will they be able to stand side by side during the coming war?

Not much is known about this world and what is known is maddening this world, filled with more terror than any mind can imagine and horrific creatures that could drive even a god mad. However, it also holds a powerful promise, for the more you delve into its dark abyss, the more powerful you can become. I am Yfeliran, a Summoner with my soul half-consumed by the dark creatures I summon. I cannot remember my family for I am an undead, my body stands resilient against magical spells and attacks, a testament to necromantic heritage.

It is to be known, when a girl turns sixteen-: She is no more a girl! And, it is to be added, a man's greatest charm, is his rich earns and wit of standing out!! ***** ‘To, Miss Victoria Lancaster… My pen has sung, my writing has spoken… and I still remain a stranger! Or am I? My apologies for the wait, I stood by the riverside in Welsh lands, wondering why an imposter would impersonate my writings to you… Forgive me for calling him the word—I stand hurt, and hurt even more by this! From Prince Harry McVourse… with Love.' ***** Victoria Lancaster, fourth of the six Lancaster siblings, stands in the predicament of societal wants and her lone desire for love. Being introduced to society for the first time, and as the first daughter of her family to be introduced, she needs a successful first season. And a successful season for a lady means, securing a suitor and a husband! Concurrently, Harry McVourse, standing as Knight, seeks the same accomplishments as Victoria, but his situation is quite melodramatic! His mother, the third of King Charles' five wives—though each was married one after the other and divorced except for the last—seeks to have her two sons marry swiftly and bless her with a grandson. A grandson is not her will but a want from King Charles, demanded of his sons. This, indeed, is an all-queens' contest to see whose son shall deliver a grandson first. Knight, despite understanding the depth and urgency of the matter, knows that the partner must be his. An uncareful selection would lead to years of despair and pain! As of that matter, he depicts societal balls and celebrations as a confined showcase of hypocrisy and pretense. He needs see the eligible spinsters beyond societal confines, and that’s what leads him to stand as a night guard in the Lancasters' new London mansion. A coincidence? Therefore, with Victoria Lancaster being the definite spinster Knight becomes much engaged with, he gradually develops a desire for the girl. However, despite this desire, he is opposed by many admirers, especially his brother, Prince Edward McVourse, whose efforts cannot be overlooked, in addition to his half-brother, Prince William McVourse, a lad whose in future leaves Knight wrathful due to a certain impotent depiction. As a result, he delights in the idea of writing to Lady Lancaster every morning. An anonymous write! His intention being; to the least, stand out from the men in pursuit. However, without Knight’s knowledge, Victoria is slowly enjoying the curves and words in those writings. Each night, she dreads time to pass quickly, anticipating another writing to be brought to her. She becomes intrigued until she desires to know the man behind the writing. Additionally, her mother pressures her to stand firm on the choice of the man she is to choose—Lord Edward, Knight’s elder brother, who is said to possess two hundred thousand a year. The letters draw Victoria and Knight closer, but their budding connection faces significant challenges. Knight must navigate the rivalry with his brothers, particularly Edward and William, both competing for Victoria's hand, in addition to formally acquainting himself with the ladyship. Victoria, on the other hand, struggles to reconcile her growing feelings for the unknown writer with her mother's expectations and the societal norms of the time. What happens next? "In His Writing" is a novel set in the Victorian era, embracing themes of romance, mystery, and conflict, in addition to societal conflicts, identity, and desires. (DAILY UPDATES A WEEK.) I HOPE Y'ALL SHALL ENJOY. LIKE, COMMENT.

This is the second book of the series. Though it can be read as a stand alone book. I would advice you to read Time Flies first. Thank you... Shane Smith, the son of David and Ava Smith. The future CEO of The Blitz... Handsome, stubborn, and the guy every girl desires. Is very professional and skilled in his work. A closed book but once you get to know him. You will know he is a sweet caring man. He crosses paths with Skyler and due to some misunderstandings. They hate each other but what happens when He finds out that his brother hired her as his assistant... "I will make everyday hell for you. I will drive you to an extent that you will resign" There was nothing I cannot face. "Challenge accepted.No matter what you do I will not resign." I will show you what I am Mr. Smith. I will not let you win this game... Get ready to face my worst side Skyler and one thing I hate to lose... Things start to unravel and eventually they grow feelings for each other but what happens when Shane finds out Skyler's biggest secret. How will Shane react to it? Will he still accept her after knowing who she is? You will have to read to find out...

What kind of realm would you choose to live in after digitizing your mind? For Amun, that was a magical world where he could be free to learn until his end of days. What he got was to become the living god of a vast realm in an odd universe. A being who'd be born with the world. And later stripped of it all. A being of juxtaposition and contradictions. A sinner and a saint. A wise sage and a genius scientist. A loving creator and a baleful explorer. An elf and a devil, living in a world of might and magic. But all is not what it seems. Peace is fleeting. Figures loom in the light. Forms strafe through the trees. And one Amun is woefully ignorant to the ways of a realm so ripe for change. Yet he is one who cannot help but change it. So he devotes himself to forming the greatest guild the Mortal Plane has ever seen, intending to change his world and others for the better. And yet, somewhere along the line of his undying march, Amun evolved into the being all denizens of the Mortal Plane either revered; or feared. The Black Magus. *** This novel’s lore, story, and characters are entirely fictitious. Certain long-standing countries, institutions, organizations, agencies, public offices, etc. are/may be mentioned, but their histories and the characters involved are wholly imaginary. *** This novel’s lore, story, and characters are entirely fictitious. Certain long-standing countries, institutions, organizations, agencies, and public offices are mentioned, but their histories and the characters involved are wholly imaginary. Look for the story on RR. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/202907/fictions

Klara grew up believing in the simplicity of life, even as an orphan. But one fateful night shattered her innocence forever. In a moment of desperation, she agreed to fill in for a friend as a strip dancer—only to meet **Jake**, the devilishly ruthless CEO who never believed in love. One passionate mistake led to a night she couldn’t forget… and a secret she couldn’t hide. When Klara discovered she was pregnant, fear consumed her. Unable to face Jake or the life she imagined he’d reject, she fled to another country, carrying not one, but three pieces of her heart. Years later, she returns, now the mother of triplets, ready to rebuild her life. But unknown to her, Jake has been waiting, haunted by the woman who disappeared that night. And he’s not the only one with questions. As old wounds resurface and truths unravel, Klara must face the man she once ran from. Can she protect her children—and her heart—or will Jake's cold, unyielding world break her all over again?

Will sunny be his dream will sweet be hers. This romance is centred around a love of desserts and these two cannot avoid the idea that cakes are the spark and the heart of their feelings but is that enough?

Yuurei Kawa is supposed to dead so is the demon queen.

Megan and Diego have always been at odds. From their first encounter in high school, their personalities clashed like oil and water. Megan, a headstrong artist, values creativity and independence, while Diego, a pragmatic business-minded individual, prioritizes structure and success. Over the years, their rivalry intensified, marked by passive-aggressive encounters against each other. However, their lives take an unexpected turn when they discover that their parents have orchestrated an arranged marriage between them, believing that their differing strengths will create the perfect partnership. Both are initially outraged, seeing the arrangement as a prison sentence rather than a union. Megan dreams of escaping her traditional upbringing, while Diego resents the idea of being tied down by someone he cannot stand.

it's the story of a soul, created without knowledge of the creator, an anomaly capable of destroying everything that stand in its way

I stood still as I was in front of the cold man before me. I stared with a firm gaze as I looked for words to say. "I admit, Jordan is your son." I said with a firm gaze and his eyes were on me as I spoke. "So you spent the whole fvcking 5 years not even telling me." he snickered and I looked at him with so much fright. "But we both know you are a beast and you don't have a heart, so please, let me just take my son and we will be out of you're life." I said and held little Jordan in my hands. Quickly, I turned to leave but as I was about to walk out, his next words put me in a halt. "You are not going anywhere with my son. I will take care of him weather you like it or not." he insisted with a cold glare, restricting my movement. I knew I was not going to get anywhere with an argument with him. He was death; a beast; always having his ways in things he does and I knew I couldn't fight him. For a moment I thought. Maybe I should leave Jordan with him, then come visit him. That would be quite right and easy for me. I gathered some courage and now spoke, "Fine then, I'll just come and visit him. So please, take good care of him." I muttered, and the fact that guilt is eating me for all of those years I spent not telling him made me say those exact words. "Visit? Who said you will just be visiting him? You will come and live with him." he said with a husky voice and fear gripped me. "No never, I will never go back there again." I sneered and quickly turned to hurry off, but he grabbed my hands, pulling me back and trapping me against the wall. I could feel the heat of his body so close to mine, and his domineering gaze lowering on me making my heart race while I stared right into his eyes he boldly locked on mine. "It's either you come or die then, Mia." he said and smirked. For a moment, I forgot to breath. •••••••• It has always been hard for Mia Hills as she was working for her grandmother. She was an orphan and lived with her sick grandmother, trying so hard to pay for her grandmother's medical bills. Out of desperation she went to DEATH a deadly man who was ruthless and cold. She did one thing she didn't want to do; she sold her virginity to the beast in exchange for money. After her one stand with death she promised herself that she'd never get linked to death again but when she found out that she is pregnant, her world turned out to be crumbling. Not just any child but DEATH'S CHILD.

Claimed by the Alpha In a world where Lycans live hidden among humans, two packs stand divided by power and tradition. Ethan Blackwood, the confident and fiercely loyal Alpha of the Blackwood Pack, carries the weight of his pack’s legacy on his broad shoulders. Avery Silvermist, an intelligent and guarded librarian from the Silvermist Pack, prefers the solitude of ancient texts over the politics of her kind. When an unexpected encounter ignites an undeniable spark between them, both are thrust into a whirlwind of passion and peril. But their growing attraction is forbidden by the rigid rules of their packs, and a more dangerous threat looms in the shadows. Liam Stormbringer, a rogue Lycan with a thirst for power, has uncovered a dark secret in Avery's possession—an ancient text that could tip the balance of the Lycan world forever. As Ethan vows to protect Avery, the line between duty and desire blurs, forcing him to risk everything for the woman he cannot deny. With time running out and Liam’s forces closing in, Ethan and Avery must unite against a dangerous enemy who seeks to destroy everything they hold dear. Will they survive the looming battle and defy the traditions that keep them apart, or will their love be torn asunder by betrayal, secrets, and a thirst for power? Passion, power, and loyalty collide in this gripping tale of love and survival.