Veronica Mars Duncan

20 years ago the industrial revolution began, and everything changed. The world became flooded by new machines and weapons. Dreadnaughts the abominations of the sea, airships the rulers of the skies... But behind the scenes a much more mysterious power awakened. Veronica Navarro a 21 years old university student woke up in this strange new world. There are many questions around her, what is this place, how did she get here, and why is a knife sticking out of her chest?! She quickly learns the truth of this world and falls into a struggle between forces she never thought possible. Follow along Veronica as she uncovers mysteries about a world filled with Gods, Angels, Machinery, Divination, Corruption and Ascension!

Li Qiang, a successful businessman with assets of over 10 million, was betrayed by his girlfriend and best friend, and was angry and hurtful. Just when he was desperate, the mysterious figure Fu Shan used his true energy to transform Li Qiang into a tall and handsome young man, and led him to travel through the starry sky, teleporting from Earth to Mars. When they entered the ancient teleportation array and prepared to go to the "Fengyuan Star", due to the interference of Hua Mei Niang, Li Qiang was sent to an unknown planet alone, embarking on a surprising and unknown journey.

In a world dominated by the relentless pursuit of cultivation and power, Alex, the scorned heir of a fallen noble family, is born with a dark fate—cursed to remain weak and unloved. Disowned and exiled into the treacherous wilderness, he faces a childhood marred by betrayal, conflict, and suffering. Yet, beneath his frail exterior lies an indomitable spirit fueled by a thirst for vengeance. Alex’s destiny takes a drastic turn when he stumbles upon an ancient artifact hidden within a mystical space, housing the soul of a long-forgotten demonic overlord. This encounter ignites a profound metamorphosis, granting him forbidden cultivation techniques, the power to manipulate blood, and access to long-lost abilities like soul manipulation and time control. As he embarks on his journey to power, Alex endures excruciating trials of body tempering, deceptive strategies using clones, and the mastery of spatial and time magic. Ruthlessly seizing control over magical beasts and mercenaries, he manipulates entire sects through mind control and cunning deception. His rise through a society built on strength is meteoric, and he hides his true abilities behind multiple facades, becoming both feared and reviled. Haunted by the betrayals of his past, Alex’s ruthless decisions stem from deep-seated resentment. Yet, as prophecy intertwines with his journey, he discovers the true role he plays in shaping the world’s fate. As he battles immortal cultivators and confronts tribal societies, Alex forges a path toward godhood. With timelines converging and secrets of his past life unveiled, Alex prepares for an inevitable war, aspiring not just to ascend beyond mortality but to rewrite the very fabric of existence. Betrayals, cultivation wars, and heavenly clashes await as he transitions from a powerless outcast to an eternal villain, feared across realms. In his quest for dominion over the world and beyond, every step in Alex's cultivation journey is marked by cruelty, schemes, and bloodshed.

Mars is dead. Or, at least, he's supposed to be. [Ding! Congratulations. You're not dead! The Zombie System is here to save you, young Champion! Please prepare for the excruciating pain of being resurrected!]

. MULTIVERSE IS REAL . It was this discovery which send the whole humanity into frenzy in the year, 2015 when a gate was opened to another universe using the alien tecnology accidentally discovered in Mars. It made Humanity realise two things, one that they are not alone in the universe much less multiverse, and second... that they are weak. As if by Fate, in the year 2016, an alien spaceship arrived on earth, shattering human dream of Colonise Mars with their announcement. "PLANETS WITH NO INBORN LIFE BELONG TO THE UNIVERSAL COUNCIL" The whole world heard the statement with mixed reaction but fortunately, a treaty was signed and earth was given to local life... Humans. With access to Universal Quantam Internet, the world suddenly expanded for humans and so did their greed after seeing races and civilizations far more advanced and distant. It was in year 2020 that humanity finally had what could be said as 3rd tecnological leap after the Industrial Revolution and Age of Internet, The Era of Multiverse. For the first time ever, humanity started exploring another universe, using the top tier tech converted by many... albeit with restrictions. However, this time, the dangers of the new ear were far greater than the last as a single mistake could make the trip to another universe cut short. In the year 2045, another batch of humans were send to another universe and part of it was a 18 year old named, Evander Maximus... or so he named himself. Before him was endless possibilities of multiverse, it could be a world of magic, Cultivation, Sci-fi, or even a normal planet earth but with the little twist of gender equality, How will his adventures turn out? Only time will tell.

Jack is an expert in telecommunications systems, and he will have to suspend the vacation he longed for to fulfill his mission in space. What Jack does not know is that he will not only have to repair the satellite damaged by a meteorite, but he will also have to bring back Dr. Susan, who is lost on the planet Mars. NASA is hiding a secret, not only about the mission, but also about the importance of bringing Dr. Susan back, so they will send two undercover agents to guarantee the mission.

Alexander Gray, a fifteen-year-old teenager on the verge of his awakening and subsequent entry into the Hunters Academy is one day taken away in a cosmic mana wave that passes through Earth’s solar system during a school trip from Earth to Mars. A wave that kills a person once exposed to it. Luckily, the displacement wave placed him close to their destination where he was found, alive and well to the disbelieve of everybody. Unbeknownst to him at the time, the cosmic mana wave had awakened a gift within him that would propel him to the ranks of hero hunter and beyond, granting him the strength to lead humanity in their effort to determine the cause of their universe changing and its implications. ............. "For some reason, I can't level up." Alex began to feel frustrated as he was stuck at Class F, the lowest rank a hunter could have after awakening, despite his momentum when he first awakened. Even with his awakened talents and the benefits he received from the 'accident' that should have killed him, he now finds himself stuck and unable to level up as mana does not work on him like everyone else. Follow Alexander Gray as he discovers his abilities and learns about himself in a chaotic universe and beyond. ...................... Join the discord: https://discord.gg/vXC8vWJxHN

This is a work of fiction, any names, characters, stories or events, are fictitious! (Even the country in the story is just the author's fantasy as the author never visited those countries in the story) Armipotent is an archaic adjective meaning "strong in battle." Basically, it refers to someone who is physically tough in war. Originally, it was used to refer to the Roman god of war, Mars. ===================== Tang Shaoyang, an orphan who dropped out of the middle school to fight on the street as he found out school was useless for a penniless orphan like him. Tang Shaoyang dropped out of his school, fighting on the street, and made a name for himself. Berserker Tang from Youyouliucun. Afterward, Dragon Wing triad recruited him and everything was good for him. Even though the public deemed him as a tumor of society, Tang Shaoyang was having a decent life. Until one day, everything changed as an absurd and strange game started. "... Game starts! Stage one: Survival for The Fittest!" After the game started, zombies appeared out of nowhere. ... Ding! "You have killed 1000 zombies less than 24 hours since the game started! You gained 3 Talents!" Dong! "You may choose 3 Talents! please choose carefully!" Tang Shaoyang held his chin and mused what Talent he had to choose. "With Zombies appear everywhere, I need an infinite strength... this is one, I still need to choose 2 Talents more..." Then a lewd smile formed on his lips. "I want an infinite strength, charm and charisma to conquer women, and the last one, I want to upgrade my **** so I can please my women!" After saying this, Tang Shaoyang laughed aloud. "Hahaha, there's no way such talent exists... ehhhhh?!!!" Ding! Dong! "3 Talents are consumed! You have been granted Divine Body! Good Luck, Gamer Tang Shaoyang!" Tang Shaoyang immediately checked the detail of Divine Body. After a brief silence, he muttered unbelievably. "Such Talents really exist..." Note: I don't own the cover. If the creator wants me to take down the cover or put credit, please notify me by replying to my review at the Review section.

‼️MATURE CONTENT ‼️ Who has never dreamt to live a life of castle, even if it is just for an hour, That’s what happened to Amber-ruby. Amber-ruby discovered that her friend and colleague Duncan has lied on his identity. He’s the prince of a far away country. Duncan revealed to her that he did it for his sister whom is sick and who want to live a normal life for the 72h left for her to live. Duncan remarks the great ressemblance between his sister and amber-ruby, and asked her if they can change their lifestyle for 72h. Amber-ruby did not hesitate “it’s just for 72h , what bad can happen to me in a castle” she said. But to her great surprise the reason that Duncan gave to her was totally false, he lied. Amber-ruby is now into something that she couldn’t get off.. ‼️The cover is not mine‼️ Credit to the person that owns the drawing‼️

“ You must level down to the rock bottom of hell”, a demonic voice said when he was summoned to the other side. Seth Johnson was 16 when he was sacrificed in a cleansing ritual organized by his parent’s cult, to find himself reincarnated and transmigrated to a new world that was already on the brink of extinction. People were divided by their magic power’s ranking to live in different regions and sat on ascending levels in the sky. Being born again as Isiah Duncan, the brother of Lucas Duncan the prodigy who brought the apocalypse to this world was confusing to him, he who had no powers to survive, until he was forced to level down instead of leveling up, using the diabolic core of magic instead of the divine one … --------------------------- Tags: reincarnation, transmigration,male lead, fantasy . Schedule : daily updates( 2 chaps/day). Chapter length: 1 k .sometimes more. The cover :the new cover is mine, I don't allow anyone to use it , it is made specifically for tgis webnovel. The characters in this cover are :Isiah Duncan and Eijar . -------------------- bonus chapters: 10 golden tickets: 01bonus chapters 50 golden tickets: 05 bonus chapters 100 golden tickets :10 bonus chapters -------------------------- Check out my other works: For male lead: *First Stygian Diviner: Apocalypse *I Brought Apocalypse:Villain's Supremacy For female lead: *I created the villain *The body we shared . -------- Follow me on instagram: isaac_black2013 Discord server :https://discord.gg/VNH4pKgyT3 ko-fi page : https://ko-fi.com/isaacblack

They say marriage is one of the greatest joys you’ll experience in life, but what does it say about your marriage when you can’t remember a single moment with the man you married? Veronica experiences the strangest thing one day when she wakes up in a hospital room without any memory of how she got there. She is introduced to her family who appear warm and loving at first but she soon gets a glimpse of how they want to use her for her money. Veronica is then surprised when a man enters the room and it is revealed he is not only her husband but a big hotshot businessman whose face is all over the news. She doesn’t understand how she got herself tangled up with such a man and later questions the accident which led to her losing her memories. What happens when her once perfect marriage isn’t as it was portrayed to be or when she realises family doesn’t always care about you?

Paradox, a boy forged in the crucible of adversity, found himself unwillingly relocated to the desolate reaches of Mars. The year 2045, a time of great upheaval and loss. Earth, once a vibrant tapestry of life, was now a scarred planet, ravaged by a devastating civil war. The once-beloved faces of family and friends, now distant memories, haunted his dreams. A prodigy, yet a prisoner of his own brilliance, Paradox had always been a pawn in the grand game of human ambition. His childhood, stolen by relentless expectations, had left him yearning for a life of simplicity and peace. Now, on this bleak world, he sought solace in the pursuit of knowledge, hoping to find meaning in the vast expanse of the cosmos. Yet, he stumbled upon an extraordinary force, a cosmic aberration defying all known laws of probability. A choice, a stark and a moral decision, presented itself. A choice that would test the very core of his being, a choice that would alter the very course of fate itself. As the weight of his decision bores down upon him, Paradox would be forced to undergo a revelation.

Être le défaut de la meute, c'est déjà assez mal. Être REJETÉE ? Par votre propre compagnon destiné ? Ouais. ÇA, c'est un tout nouveau niveau de bassesse. Ava Grey est le défaut de la meute, une changeuse de forme sans loup. Elle se débat dans la vie avec le vague rêve de liberté. Son opportunité survient quand elle est soudainement informée qu'elle assistera au Gala Lunaire, un bal annuel pour les jeunes adultes shifters afin de trouver leurs compagnons destinés. Et elle le trouve. Il est séduisant et intense, et ses baisers envoient du désir dans ses veines comme une drogue. Jusqu'à ce qu'il la REJETTE. Ava n'est pas prête à retourner à sa vie morne. Elle s'évade et forge une nouvelle identité loin de sa meute et loin de son compagnon alpha. Elle se fait de nouveaux amis et est même adoptée de force par un husky hilarant. Mais juste au moment où elle trouve le bonheur et s'installe dans sa nouvelle vie, des événements étranges commencent à se produire... Son husky cachait des secrets. Elle entend des murmures selon lesquels des meutes de shifters sont à sa recherche partout. Et elle peut sentir une odeur familière dans son appartement, ce qui n'a aucun sens... parce que l'homme à qui elle appartient l'a rejetée. [Participation au Cupids Quill de mars 2024] --------- Ceci est une romance métamorphe de loup avec de multiples déclencheurs qui aiment danser main dans la main avec tous les thèmes sombres à travers un champ de fleurs mortes. Dans ce livre, vous trouverez les sommets les plus hauts et les creux les plus bas. Riez, pleurez, ragez ; vous pouvez tout faire en suivant Ava dans le voyage plutôt périlleux d'être une changeuse de forme en cette génération de romance de loups-garous. Il y a des scènes R18 éparpillées dans ce livre comme des bonbons jaillissant d'une piñata. Merci de lire de manière responsable. ------- DISCORD DE L'AUTEUR : https://discord.com/invite/ApNZDux8kj

Ever had a wish? A wish you know is impossible. A wish you would do anything to make come true. A wish you can never attain within the bounds of your existence...yet you can never stop yearning for the impossible. THEN GOOD FOR YOU! The Game of WORLD TAG will grant any desire of the victor no matter how impossible. A game that transcends the breaches of time and the mortal plain...Anything you can desire...you can hope...you can imagine...in the palm of your hand, you just need to win. Who wouldn't want that? What if you gave that chance to a defeated man who has lost himself to his own morals and seeks forgiveness, which he knows will never come. What happens? It jumpstarts a thrilling chase of vicious capture and protection. A story marred by twists. betrayals and risking one self to trust others-A luxury in this game where there is only one victor. A game of tag which is set on the stage of life and death. The Game which chooses the Cursed to compete for a single Blessing.

Lila’s life shatters when she discovers that everything she thought she knew about herself is a lie. Born as Eliza, she uncovers the painful truth that her parents aren’t her biological family. Her once-perfect world unravels, revealing a hidden past filled with secrets and betrayals. Struggling with the intense pain of deception, Lila turns to Damon, a family friend, for answers. Damon reveals that Lila’s father isn’t her biological parent, and her mother kept the truth from her to protect her. This revelation forces Lila to confront her identity, her past and the future she thought she had. Determined to find out who she really is, Lila embarks on a journey to uncover the mysteries of her past. Along the way, she grapples with conflicting emotions—anger, betrayal and the desperate need for truth. As she seeks answers, she learns that her family’s past is marred by complex relationships, painful choices and hidden alliances. Lila’s pursuit of the truth brings her face to face with Aiden, the man she loves, who had been keeping his own secrets. As their relationship unravels amidst the discovery of lies and betrayals, Lila must decide if she can forgive him and find a way back to the love they once shared. Damon becomes her unlikely ally, guiding her through the darkness of her past, helping her find strength and resilience.

In Terra's enchanting and mysterious world, Alpha has never experienced the simple joys that many take for granted - happiness, companionship, freedom, or love. Instead, his existence has been marred by regret, confinement, and struggle. After unwillingly confronting a nearly omnipotent entity against his will, as well as being treated as a mere plaything, he is unexpectedly granted an opportunity to escape the grim fate that awaited him at the end of his first life. However, this new lease on life comes with a price: Alpha must embark on a journey to an unknown era in the distant past, a time when some of the mightiest mortals and beings roamed the planet. His mission? To gather the strongest mortals in a vain attempt to challenge the Demon King Lucifero, who is in his infancy stages of power. To complicate matters even more, in his final moments of life, Demon King Lucifero bound both of them together by fate itself, ensuring that wherever Alpha goes, they are inevitably destined to meet and clash. With fate dictating his path, Alpha must navigate a game far beyond his understanding, slowly unraveling its intricacies as he explores the unknown world. With nothing holding him back, Alpha will struggle to discover the essence of humanity while preparing for a three-sided conflict older than the gods themselves that threatens to alter the fabric of existence itself. Follow Alpha as he earns his title as "Fate Breaker."

she just wanted to get a job only for her to get into a whole other deal "Good luck Veronica Makaya" "Wait ! how did you..." Veronica and 18 year old girl managed to land a job in a hotel after preventing someone from getting robbed, little did she know that one act will change her life forever. she later found out that the hotel is no ordinary one, but Serves as a haven for the paranormal (non humans). it also serves as a detective agency that specializes in Paranormal cases. join Veronica as she tries to adjust to her new life and at the same time battling situations involving the known and the unknown.

The most successful businessman of his time, who started from being a homeless orphan, died indignantly because of being plotted against by his most trusted aid, his own brother. He is reincarnated as an owner of a small-scale herb store who is on the verge of being chased out by his landlord. He discovers that he has been reborn in a world of cultivation where the strong steps on the weak. As he adapts to his new body and world, he discovers a mysterious mansion-like building in his mind and is shocked by the profound abilities and secrets he receives from it. Word Count per Chapter: 1500-3000 Disclaimer: The photo is not mine To those who are curious as to where I found it. I found it on this website about an astrology newsletter last October 2013 when I was browsing the net. Here is the link: https://yogimehtab.com/astrology-newsletter-october-2013-mercury-retrograde-mars-leo-sun-libra/

Sa ilalim ng karagatan, na wala pang sino mang nakaka-alam kung anu-ano ang mga nilalang na nakatago sa kadiliman ng kailaliman, nag-lalagi ang isang nilalang na nag-hihintay lang ng tamang panahon upang siya ay muling umahon sa ibabaw ng karagatan. Hindi upang maminsala, kundi salubungin ang taong nakatadhana upang kanyang protektahan sa panganib na maaring kanyang kasadlakan. Veronica Manalo, sa kanyang muling pag-sakay sa eroplano, ay hindi inaasahang mahuhulog siya sa kailaliman ng karagatan at makakasalamuha ang nilalang na matagal na pala siyang hinihintay. Ano ang tadhana na naka-laan sa kanya ngayong nakatakda na pala siyang maging isang maka-pangyarihang nilalang sa lugar na kung saan pinangalanang.. DRAKAYA KINGDOM na pinamumunuan ng napaka-gwapong binatang hari na sobra naman ang kasungitan! Makakabalik pa ba siya sa orihinal niyang mundo, O mas pipiliing protektahan ang lalakeng ayaw daw sa kanya pero kung makaselos dinaig pa ang isang bakunawa!

A group of boys about twelve entered the most noisiest class of second year and formed two queues with the first half facing the second as if in a parade. Another boy entered with straight steps and stopped right in front of the class. At this moment, the noisy class turned as quite as seventy year old grave. "All stand to welcome King Duncan of Golden Gates!" The boy announced and as if it was practiced, the whole class stood up to welcome the so called king. Soon a tall boy with messy raven hair stepped in nonchalantly walking through the gap the dozen boys made out of the queue. He proudly stood in front of the whole class and was about to motion for everyone to sit when he noticed one student who still sat holding a comic book at her face. She had her legs on the table and was chewing on some chips. He squinted his eyes and made his way towards the brave student. The other students started crying silently without tears for the new student who has just offended the king. SLAM!!! Duncan slammed his hand on the student's table. She slowly lowered the book then looked up at Duncan lazily. "What?" She drawled as she munched some chips. Duncan was stunned with her flawless beauty that he almost fell in a daze but he quickly compose himself. "Don't you know the rules?" He asked in a deep dark voice. "What rules?" She asked innocently although her childhood friend has already told her. "Are you trying to tell me you don't know the rule on campus?" He growled but she just shook her head looking at him with those big eyes. "Boss she is a new student. She just joined yesterday." The boy who still stood in front of the class explained. "He is the king, and you're expected to stand and show respect when he enters the class." He referred to the new student. She turned her gaze from the boy to Duncan slowly and abruptly stood up. "Oh so you're the king everyone has been talking about since I stepped foot in this school. Hmm, not bad. Hot and handsome." She complimented as she scanned Duncan's body with her eyes in amazement. The other students were shocked. Tracy tried to make eye contact with her in order to signal her to shut up but her effort was in vain. "Well, I'm Claire Klein..." She introduced herself. "The goddess." She added grinning. -------- She is an heiress of a vampire lord but she is unknown. Her identity is a secret that even she doesn't know. Fate doesn't allow her to stay in her world. She is forced into the human world where she thinks is her home. She thinks she is just a normal human being who hails from a super wealthy family. She is being hunted down by her fated enemy without her knowing. Her enemy is the one closest to her. -------- Her parents died in a plane crash leaving the business empire to her. Her world turned upside down as she had nobody except her little brother who was just four months old. She suffered depression but overcame it in order to be strong for her brother. She raised him up as her own son and also took up the position as the CEO of her parents company. She was an unknown young ruthless CEO. At last she finds the love of her life thinking he would bring back sunshine in her life not knowing she was inviting her own death... -------- Read the intriguing story to find out if the female lead will be able to overcome her fate with love. -------- This cover is not mine. Credit to the owner - Grace Zhu

Married for three years, Vivian Langston endured a cold, loveless union with Ethan Cole. He was cruel, indifferent, and blinded by his “white moonlight,” leaving her isolated and heartbroken. When she lost their unborn child on a stormy night, calling desperately for him, she realized she could no longer sacrifice herself for a love that would never be returned. Leaving quietly, she rebuilt her life with her twin, Veronica, at her side. Now, two years later, Vivian is back in the world she left behind—this time as the head of her family’s empire and Ethan’s new boss. With the support of her twin and a carefully crafted plan, she’s ready to take him down in the same ruthless way he once shattered her. But as the games begin, Ethan is no longer the man she left. Haunted by regret, he’s willing to do anything to make things right, even as the woman he scorned becomes more powerful and untouchable. But is it too late? Or will the broken vows and shattered hearts lead them down a path neither saw coming?

**Título: El susurro de las sombras** Andrés Hernández vivía una vida serena en su pequeña ciudad, lejos de su turbulento pasado. Su tienda de antigüedades era su refugio, cada objeto una pieza de historia... excepto una que le pertenecía a él: un reloj de bolsillo, testigo mudo de sus antiguos pecados. Una mañana, al abrir el buzón, encontró una carta anónima con una amenaza explícita. Si no entregaba el reloj, su pasado sería revelado y su vida perfecta destruida. Sin embargo, al día siguiente, recibió otra carta que decía que quien revelara su oscuro secreto no era el remitente, sino alguien más que también estaba tras el reloj. Andrés decidió no ceder al chantaje. Inició una investigación discreta, sumido en un mar de sospechas.

Have you ever heard opposites attract... Cold as ice, and crazy as a hatter, Alex becomes obsessed with Lilith, a flower that is too delicate to withstand the darkness that exists in Alex, but even though they are impossible to separate, she is so angelic and sweet, but who would say that that angel would end up falling? in her clutches and that she would enjoy it

Software engineer Lila Vaughn at Starlink uncovers a mysterious alien signal embedded in the system, triggering a global chain reaction of volcanic eruptions, strange weather, and seismic activity. As tensions rise between the world’s superpowers, Lila discovers that the signal is linked to extraterrestrial technology—which Elon Musk has secretly used to advance his Mars colonization plans. But the tech’s true purpose is far more dangerous: it’s a weapon that could spark global war and destruction. Lila must decide whether to expose the truth or protect humanity from a devastating future. Signal from the Stars is a fast-paced, high-stakes thriller that explores the dark side of ambition, alien technology, and humanity's fate.

A gripping tale of Sarah and Matthew's journey to parenthood, marred by tragedy and a fateful encounter on a forbidden mountain. As they face the enigmatic forces of darkness and grapple with the mysteries of their unborn child's fate, the boundaries between past and present blur, unveiling a haunting exploration of loss, resilience, and the possibility of reincarnation.

Viajaron a otro mundo a través de una máquina de realidad virtual creada por un Dios en el cual durante un gran tiempo creyeron que solo era un juego, pero termino siendo real. Pasaron por un 'Gran Cataclismo' que cambio el mundo a través de la energía mágica, logrando transformar el mundo de una forma impensable. Ha pasado treinta años desde que la humanidad se enfrentó a la máquina virtual y veinte años tras el 'Gran Cataclismo' que despertó habilidades y dio comienzo a un mundo mágico y maravilloso muy diferente al antiguo. Ahora una joven llega a una ciudad en medio del mar para asistir a una academia. ¿Cuál es su objetivo? ¿Cuál es la razón de su llegada? Y principalmente... ¿Quién es ella? Sigue la aventura de Aurora cuya vida, valores y actitud irán conociendo a su debido tiempo junto a su pasado, secretos, virtudes y defectos. ---- Para aquellos que desean, pueden unirse al Discord: discord.com/invite/WG8FX75 Géneros: Fantasía, Acción, Aventura, Mundo Moderno, Magia. Frecuencia: Cinco capitulos a la semana.

Excerpt "You can drop this stupid act now, Mr. Yates. I am not going to fall for it." A frown marred his features. "What are you talking about?" "Oh, stop with your pretentious act, it makes me sick. You want nothing to do with a brainless socialite such as myself, so I am not even going to delude myself that this sham would work." He remained silent for a few moments, then smiled. "This works for me then. It means you are smart enough to not expect anything from me then. From what I am to understand, this marriage would be of great benefit to us both in that case." Iris seethed internally. What an insufferable man. "You flatter yourself too much, sir. My time is too precious for it to be wasted stroking your ego. If you came here just for that ridiculous charade of yours, I suggest you leave now." His gaze hardened. "I hope you don't forget what you just said to me. It has been duly noted, miss Clayton. I really do hope your words do not come back to bite you." "I hope you say the same for yourself as well, Mr. Yates." * * * * Iris Clayton agrees to marry a man she was engaged to, but had never met formally. She is reluctant, but agrees to do so to save the legacy of her mother. She however finds herself disliking him immediately, to her dismay. She also finds herself entangled in the web of secrets in the family, with no hope of escape.

Family is beautiful, its one of the first thing a new life is accustomed with. The love, the care, the sense of belonging and so much more. And as much as a family is a blessing, it can sometimes become an eternal curse... _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ My eyes shot open as they finally rested on the man I was supposed to marry, the last man I would ever consider if I had a choice, the last man I'd rather die than marry. My boss. Mr Liam Richards. "Uh Hell no." I said out loud as I tried to walk away from the alter. "If you leave now then I would consider this as the Hudson family going back on their word and all investments so far will be withdrawn and charges will be pressed towards the company and your family." Liam said. I watched as he had this oddly satisfying look on his face as if he'd just won some sort of mind game, I looked back to the crowd behind me and within them I saw Patricia scowling at me, Veronica already in tears but worst of all was the glimmer of hope in my father's eyes. I took a deep breath turning around, I told myself that this was all for my mother and nothing else, I would do for my father this one last favour with my life. My name is Cyra Hudson Richards and this is the story of how my life was taken from me.

In this poignant and profound coming-of-age novel, we follow Charlotte—a young man who feels out of place in the typical college scene—as he embarks on a journey to explore self-identity and the roles of gender. Charlotte must navigate the complexities of friendship, love, and social pressures, all while grappling with a deeper struggle: the conflict between his inner gender identity and societal expectations. When Charlotte unexpectedly joins the college tennis club, his life takes a turn. It's here that he forms a complex friendship with Chris, the campus "golden boy," and gets swept up in secrets and conspiracies lurking beneath the surface of the school's shiny facade. By chance, Charlotte encounters a mysterious organization that promises to help him reshape his identity and become his true self. This revelation sparks an intense internal struggle for Charlotte, prompting him to question his true identity and consider a decision that could change his life forever.