Rusty Cage The Two Handed Knife Game

In Port Sterling’s city of holographic towers and hidden secrets, Elara Meng dances to reclaim her mother’s legacy from the sinister Project Phoenix—a corporate conspiracy fusing art with control. Trapped by Kian Huo, her conflicted captor and lover, Elara redefines the hypnotic Phoenix Dance into a weapon of defiance. As the Phoenix Foundation’s gala looms, secrets unravel: Detective Julian Zheng hunts a killer linked to a cryptic video, while Liam Feng risks his family’s fragile empire to expose the Huo dynasty’s dark truths. Guided by the haunting “Matriarch’s Melody,” Elara’s performance will be no tribute—it’s a rebellion broadcast live. But with Seraphina, the shadowy architect, orchestrating from the dark, every step could be her last. Waltz in a Cage is a pulse-pounding psychological thriller blending dark romance and corporate intrigue, where art becomes resistance, and every choice risks everything. Will Elara rise like a phoenix, or be consumed by the flames of betrayal?

A CROWN FOR TWO - A Harrington Family Novel - - Jamie's Story - In a kingdom where duty reigns and love is a luxury, Princess Helena has spent her life preparing for the crown-but not for the man who might steal her heart. As her coronation nears, Helena must prove she can rule without distraction. But when a scandal forces her into close company with Viscount Jamie Harrington-a sharp-tongued noble with five wild siblings, a wounded heart, and no intention of marrying-sparks fly faster than court whispers. He is chaos, she is control. He wants freedom, she was born in a cage. But when politics, secrets, and betrayal threaten the crown itself, Helena and Jamie must choose between what's expected... and what their hearts truly desire. Let the gossip begin. Let the games unravel. Because sometimes the throne isn't the most dangerous place to fall- love is.

From the peak of the Emperor’s Mountain… his head fell before his body. He woke in a stranger’s bed—dead, yet breathing. No name. No past. Only the pain of his fall. Glory? Meaningless. Immortality? A fool’s delusion. All he wants… is revenge. But in an age ruled by deathless Supreme Beings— where emperors are crowned through carnage and unmaking— what price will vengeance demand? This is the rise of madness, wrath, and shattered destiny. He is the man with Insight Zero. He is… The Two-Faced Emperor.

After a humiliating scandal tanks her once bright career, former child star Selene Grey gets a second chance in an highly anticipated drama. But as she’s ready to reclaim the spotlight, things go horribly wrong. Christopher Hart is everything the media claims he is, calm, composed and dangerously charming. But behind the cameras, he’s hiding something, something not quite human. When Selene is attacked and discovers that Christopher is a werewolf, her world unravels and she is trapped between the new world of supernaturals and a new change for fame. After all, everyone in this industry’s just acting. Most especially the monsters. #werewolf #vampire #scandal "Selene, I'm not trying to kill you. Just open the door so we can talk, please." "Oh wow. How generous of you." I rolled my eyes. "Hey babe, I'm not here to kill you, just to casually drink your blood and then gaslight you about it later." "Oh, so you do remember?" Shit. "You're being unreasonable." Unreasonable? Me? "You literally grew fangs and decided to have me as appetizer, now, you managed to stalk me and get my address and I'm the unreasonable one?" I heard him mutter a prayer. "Please, open the door." That sounded like a threat. I didn't like that. "Does garlic work against you?" "I'm not a freaking vampire." "Then what are you?" I yelled. "I promise, I'm not going to bite you. Please, just open the door and hear me out." "You're not going to bite me?" I asked cautiously. "No." "Are you lying?" "…No?"

Bienvenue dans un jeu souterrain virtuel sans protection, plein de joueurs en embuscade qui recherchent la survie, le pouvoir et la fortune. Kieran a choisi de pénétrer dans ce jeu VRMMORPG sans hésiter, car il savait que c'était le seul moyen pour lui d'échapper à l'étreinte de la mort. Peut-il échapper à la mort dans la vie réelle cependant, ou finira-t-il par mourir à l'intérieur du jeu ?

[Translated novel version for English readers by AI. For original version, checked "Bầu Trời Hai Mặt".] In the 22nd century, the world was no longer divided into separate nations. For mutual benefit, humanity had united, yet never truly became one. Despite technology and magic reaching their zenith, wars had never ceased. At the fierce borders, warriors battled day and night. General Stratos of the Nation and Commander Lunamaria Whieblod of the Organization stood as symbols of this endless war. They fought not only for duty and belief but also for the dreams deep within their souls. But behind the fiery battlefields and meticulously calculated military strategies lay a bloody political chessboard. Conspiracies were woven like a spider’s web, and secrets were buried deep in the darkness. And perhaps, the most terrifying thing was not the enemy before them, but the invisible hands strangling the fragile peace that humanity had always longed for.

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Hi! I’m Rose à Montasia. My dream is to become the best designer in the world. And now, you’re coming along on my journey from being a student, to working as an intern, and maybe… becoming a boss myself! Maybe. Anyway! My life would be so much easier if I weren’t so tangled up with my classmate, Lucas Sterling, who blackmails me into being his girlfriend. Ugh. Who does that?! And then there’s Vincent LeClair — a.k.a. my boss and mastermind who acts like he owns me, like I’m his personal pet! Anyway, see for yourself… enjoy! -Love Rose-

When the mirror appears, it's said that the mind has reached its breaking point. For Ryo Kobayashi, a teenager consumed by the darkness of his own world, the mirror's emergence is both a curse and a catalyst. Alongside seven other individuals, each with their own demons and despair, Ryo is drawn into the mirror's abyss and transported to a realm both mysterious and terrifying. The eight strangers must navigate this eerie landscape, confronting life-threatening challenges that push their sanity and resolve to the limit. As they struggle to survive, they begin to unravel the secrets of this twisted world and the true purpose of the mirror. Will they be able to overcome their inner turmoil and work together to escape, or will they succumb to the horrors that surround them? I’ll be posting this book on royalroad.com https://www.royalroad.com/profile/613348

Logan Hayes is trouble himself. The kind of guy your parents warn you about. Tattoos decorating his skin. He walks like he owns the whole world. The entire campus was wrapped around his fingers. Harper Reed hated trouble. As the dean's perfect daughter, she had to live a perfect life and get perfect grades. Until a viral scandal ruins Harper's spotless reputation, and she has no other option but to make a deal with the devil himself—Logan. She has to fake date him to restore her image. But he only agrees because she claims she knows what no one else should. Things get more complicated when , Damian , Logan's long-lost cousin, returns to take him back home. Damian is no different from Logan — tattoos on his skin and that same dangerous energy Logan held. Harper Reed now finds herself stucked in the midst of two devils, chaos and full-blown drama.

A girl slept, after finishing a book that an old lady gave her for free. It was about a fantasy fantastic world, with fairies, mermaids, werewolves, vampires and so on. When she woke up, she found herself on bright green grass. Everything looked beautiful. She realized that somehow, either- she got in the book or she's having a lucid dream. But, neither of them were true. She was in an actual universe, where two worlds agreed not to bother each other, named the Light World and the Dark World. As you may know, the light world had fairies, mermaids and kind elves and unicorns, while the dark world had werewolves, vampires evil elves and evil unicorns. She knew this isn't how the book was. She knew she is the only person to either solve this or convince the two queens and kings of each world. It was now her destiny. Will she be at least able to do something good to the world, or will she make the two worlds worse accidentally, like starting war? Read more to find out!

In an unknown universe there rayed a world called Avallon, it was created by a once powerful god who lost everything to a war among the gods. At least that's how the story was supposed to go but no war took place among the gods in this story and the once powerful god just got his powers locked away by an even greater god who ruled over all the gods. But this once powerful god had left a child who now is desperate to bring her father back no matter what it takes, but in doing so she managed to reincarnate someone who had the same presence as her father, but this individual had possessed two souls who died at the same time in their old life and ended up being reincarnated in the same body without knowing it. One of these individuals has no memories making him think he is the same person as the other. Now they have to live in the same body while the child of the once powerful god tries to find a way to awaken her father and getting lid of the two.

They said that omegas are born to be wanted. I was born to fight. Pulled from the streets and thrown into a cage, I expected to be sold like an animal. And I would be another prize for a cruel alpha. But then he came. "You don't belong to anyone anymore. You are mine now." He owned me. But what he didn't know... I would rather burn than forget freedom. In a world where omegas bow down and alphas win, Can a heart still find freedom even behind iron bars?

Emily Ryan, a famous webnovel writer stands at a crossroad. Her bestselling book, Destiny in Hands, is set in the dangerous and turbulent world of Azure City —a kingdom where the strong call the shots, and the weak can only blindly follow. The kingdom is ruled by a fearless and powerful king who commands with utmost superiority. The lives of royalty couldn't be all that simple. The kingdom was full of intrigue, betrayal, and forbidden love.

The day I made a solemn vow to seek revenge against the person who had murdered my parents became the turning point that altered the course of my entire life and changed everything about the person I used to be. Can't wait for him to kiss the tip of my knife.....but he is a damn handsome non human, strong enough to shake a entire village. What had parent done to deserve this?

"Do you think you can escape the devil?" A loud scream was heard after the person shot the knees of the man who was tied to a chair. "Stop staring at me" yn said . "What if I say, I don't want to". "Such a shameless person"..... " I was never a saint baby, neither will I be" "I said lift up your thighs....I will not repeat" "No, I-I please- I am sorry".... After running for straight 15mins , my lungs started contracting, suddenly I am unable to breathe and my legs trembling with such force that it's impossible to run anymore. my hands?...can't move it!..... my legs?.....tied!..... me?.......trapped!....... I feel something cool and metal against my inner thighs making me realize the unmistakable touch of a knife. He slowly drags the blade up my thigh, the sharp edge sending shivers through my body. I feel, I know, I am aware that am trapped by him. "Little Foxy," he says again, softer now, but there's a bite beneath it, a warning. "You shouldn't have run." What will happen when you cross your path with the most unhinged person you ever met in your life? Will you be able to escape the devil's cage? ...... read if you wanna know your future

Prologue Perfection is a prison. A golden cage built with expectations, duty, and a life already decided. Abhi Rathod had everything-charm, power, and a name that turned heads. But even a gilded world could feel suffocating. Love was supposed to be freedom. But illusions shatter. Masks fall. And betrayal comes in the softest whispers. Yet, in the place he least expected, another prisoner waited. The perfect girl. The perfect match. The girl trapped just like him. And sometimes, even in cages of gold, love finds a way to bloom. "Even breathing, in their world, had to be done beautifully." Update- everyday Chapters - 50 to 55

The story of an Emperor who has the universe at his fingertips and five beautiful women in a battle to become the Empress. Many may earn his name but only one can claim his heart

Born under a prophecy of power and destruction, twin sisters Victoria and Vera Fitzgerald have been at war since the womb…one destined to save their kind, the other to doom it. When the most powerful Alpha in werewolf history mistakenly imprints on the wrong twin, their world fractures. Betrayal, jealousy, and forbidden unions kindle a blood-soaked war that could end the werewolf race forever. As one sister embraces darkness and the other rises to lead, only one truth remains: Can the bond of blood survive the fury of fate?

In the shadow-drenched underworld of a sprawling metropolis, where loyalty is currency and betrayal is death, The Don's Game unfolds like a symphony of silence. The city breathes through rain-slicked streets, neon reflections on shattered glass, and whispers in smoke-filled rooms. A lone figure walks the thin line between vengeance and oblivion, navigating a labyrinth of power, blood, and forgotten promises. From the dim glow of underground sanctuaries to the glittering façade of high society, every frame pulses with tension. Visually rich and emotionally charged, this story weaves together past and present through haunting imagery, flickering candlelight in abandoned chapels, the cold gleam of steel beneath tailored suits, and the quiet resolve in a man’s eyes as he steps into war. This is not just a tale of crime, it’s a visual poem of retribution, told without words, where every glance, every gesture, speaks volumes. The Don's Game is a journey through darkness, lit only by the fire of one man’s purpose.

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Two girls who find in each other the family and the sister they never had in their bloodline. Through that bond, they endure a world where each day may be harsher than the last. Between sleepless nights and days with no promise of safety, they keep moving forward, chasing a new kind of home, but this time one built of stone. Two Hearths is an original high fantasy short novel that weaves gentle, introspective themes of slice of life, found family, and quiet magic. The story is written using SPOVNS (Sentient Point of View Narrative System), a narrative method I created to shape emotional depth, rhythm, and sensory flow through the prose.

The deep affection beneath the lies, the temporal dislocation, the weight of love and sacrifice, the loneliness and reconciliation of urban couples.

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When mischievous, fearless Mashal lands in London to spend Ramadan with her sister Nawal, she brings with her a whirlwind of laughter, mischief, and drama. Her only goal? To spread joy, tease the kids, and maybe stir up a little harmless trouble. But life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Rayyan, her serious, grumpy, and no-nonsense dewar (brother-in-law’s younger brother). A man who values silence, discipline, and order—everything Mashal isn’t. From broken windows to sarcastic notes, from cricket matches in the garden to quiet carrom duels, Mashal and Rayyan's clash turns into a war of wits, glances, and—maybe—something deeper. As the month of blessings unfolds, so does a sweet and sparkling story of two complete opposites. Will the playful Mashal melt the icy Rayyan’s heart? Or will their constant bickering keep them apart? “Two Naughty Hearts” is a delightful tale of laughter, family, fun, and unexpected love—set in the warmth of Ramadan, where even hearts that argue can begin to beat together.

Book title: The priceless billionaire's daughter Genre: Billionaire romance. Trope: True marriage. Themes: love, hatred, betrayal, forgiveness. Setting: Modern- day city, New York in the 21st century. Blurb Ruth Maxwell is not a typical heiress, the daughter of a global business and billionaire, she was raised in diamonds, drenched in privilege and trained to uphold an empire. She graduated from the college with the best result, she is so endowed with wisdom and bravery. But behind her composed smile lies a heart that craves for something money can't buy which is truth, sincerity, and a love untouched by fortune. Her soul longs for something beyond wealth and fame. When she meets Hayden Cole, a man from the other side of the city with fire in his voice and scars in his past, her world tilting his honesty forces her to question everything she has been raised to believe. Her love for Hayden opened her eyes that she has been blinded by deceit. Will her love for Hayden become a reality? Will her love conquer the challenges she will face from her father? Outline. Exposition: Ruth has lived In a tower of expectations, chairs of wealth, image and control. But her soul- natured quietly memories of her late mother has always yet for something more. Ruth, being a priceless daughter of a billionaire, desires for things that are priceless, that money can't buy. She is priceless because her values are far weightier than wealth. She searches for genuine love, a love that lasts forever. She eventually finds one. When a chance encounter at a Charity Gala leads her to a Hayden Cole- a community music director from the city's forgotten edges. Ruth perfectly curated the works to begin to unravel. Drawn to this authenticity, she falls in love with the young man of purpose and vision, Hayden. Hayden is not wealthy or influential, but he has purpose and strength of character, and that is enough for her. Inciting incident: After her meeting with Hayden Cole at Charity Gala, Ruth couldn't forget about him, she kept thinking of him and wanted to be with him forever. Few days later, Hayden Cole Invites her to the Harmony center. Harmony center Is a place where teens and kids are taught music. Hayden is the director. She had a nice time with Hayden at the center. Their love began to strengthen, the bond getting stronger, the ties getting stronger too. Ruth never desires to return again, Hayden appreciates her coming. As she went back home, she couldn't sleep. She has fallen in love with Hayden, the man that is not in her class. Climax: Few weeks later, Ruth also invites Hayden for a coffee at a local restaurant. They discussed the Harmony Center and everything. The next day, it went viral online that a billionaire's daughter was seen with a poor and street musician, also the young man is not a staff nor a member of the executives of her father's company. The father got angry, rebuked her, her stepmother by name Veronica insulted her about her choice. The choice is for her to choose between her father's legacy or the poor musician. Ruth gets more committed to Hayden and Harmony Center. Her father removes her name from his will and from his inheritance shortly after it was discovered that he was not Ruth's biological father. Hayden is accused of misconduct, Ruth fights back legally. There was an assassination attempt on Hayden at Harmony center, he escaped death but with severe injuries. He was rushed to the hospital, Ruth goes to the hospital regularly to check on him. Denouncement: Hayden recovers and returns home. Ruth and Hayden hold their wedding in a small garden. Ruth began her foundation, she called it Aurora foundation, the name of her late mother. She also changes her name to Ruth Aurora. Hayden and Ruth expanded the Harmony Center and the foundation to other states and cities in America. Ruth's father, Maxwell Kelvin, had a stroke and was rushed to the hospital. Ruth visits him seldomly. Veronica, Ruth's stepmother's past is exposed

Within the boundaries of The Empire, powerful presences lurk behind each and every corner. After finding a mysterious mask Oscar is suddenly thrust into the deep, treacherous undercurrents of the world. Tricks to attack, Jokes to deceive. In the end, everything is in the hands of fools. ------ Cover is AI ------