Exception To The Rule Christina Lauren

You’d think seeing the future would give me a head start on surviving the apocalypse. I had it all planned—until everything I knew shattered when my husband sacrificed himself to save me and our son. Now it’s just me, my three-year-old son Leo, and my cursed gift of foresight that only seems to kick in when it’s nearly too late. I’m doing my best to keep us safe, to find food, to make some kind of plan— “Mommy?” I glance down, trying to ignore the tug on my pant leg as I focus on our supplies. “Not now, Leo. Mommy’s thinking.” “Mommy!” I sigh and finally look down. My three-year-old is standing there, clutching… I blink. “Leo, where did you get a knife?” He shrugs, grinning like it’s the most natural thing in the world. My heart stutters. “No, really. Where did you find that?” I try not to laugh. I mean, he’s three. Maybe he just—found it somewhere? But the next day, it’s a water bottle. Then, a tiny flashlight, somehow with batteries still inside. I don’t even know what else; he’s pulling things out one by one with the pleased grin of a kid who’s just figured out his favorite game. Well, we may just survive this mess after all. Now, if only the universe could have spared me from him. I don’t even know his name, but I know his type: tall, broad, and annoyingly handsome, with an air of calm control that’s out of place in this chaos. Ex-military, if I had to guess, with a voice that’s just as infuriating as his smirk. The man has a habit of showing up at the worst—or best—possible times, with a gun at the ready and secrets buried as deep as those bright green eyes. I mean, he’s probably useful, but I’m trying to keep my eyes on the prize here: survival. For Leo and me. Because, foresight or no foresight, nothing is guaranteed in this new world—except the fact that people like him are trouble.

"Blue Star 4.0 will begin its maintenance-free update at 12:00 AM on April 1st. The main content and adjustments of this update are as follows." "New monthly rule 'Active Talent' added: All players must converse with others for a total of 1000 sentences every day..." When an abrupt notification sound echoed in the ears of all humans on Blue Star. The world faced its cleansing. In every monthly version update, a new rule would descend, which all players had to obey. ... Chen Yi, who had found a massive loophole before the third version update, looked at the six-figure Points Balance in his account and broke into a grin. "Tuberculosis Rabbit, this time we might just rise to the top."

Reincarnated into an eroge brimming with cunning and seductive women, Shia quickly learns this world is no paradise. His childhood friend? A manipulative beauty with a penchant for control. The maid? A silver-haired, venomous tsundere. Even the elegant motherly figures hide sharp fangs behind their kind smiles. Fortunately, Shia knows this world’s secret: a unique system that only he can use. From making alliances with snake-like in-laws to hosting wild parties in the elf kingdom, Shia takes charge as the self-proclaimed administrator of chaos. But taming bad women isn’t easy, and Shia’s life quickly turns into a whirlwind of power plays, unexpected friendships, and wild nights.

Are you searching for a sigma, OP, tattooed, cold-hearted, and tough MC? You've come to a halt; apply the brakes. Introducing Gideon, a man with a horrible past, a survivor, and a gang boss. It may initially appear to be your typical Isekai (reincarnation) tale, but you will soon realize that it is very different from the others. Gideon's life was anything but typical. He suffered from unspeakable trauma as a result of cruel experimentation. He lost control of those experiments one tragic day, which resulted in his mother's unintentional death. He decided to end it all because he was too overcome with guilt to confront his older sister. Death, however, was not the end. Between this world and the next, Gideon's He was comforted and given hope by his mother's calming voice. An ancient, celestial creature stepped in just as she was ready to send him back to make amends with his sister. Boresome of its eternal life, this godlike creature compelled Gideon to play a high-stakes game—one meant for the entertainment of creatures far more powerful than gods. The prize? a second opportunity at living while keeping all of his memories. an opportunity to take responsibility for his actions, confront his remorse, and defend the people he cares about. However, the road to salvation is far from straightforward. After being reborn as an immortal with a talent for violence and leadership, Gideon must navigate a dangerous new world. As the gang's commander trapped in a ruthless turf fight, he must also overcome the challenges of the celestial game and outsmart his cunning benefactor, a celestial entity who appears more interested in undermining than in assisting him. Equipped with his keen intellect, unwavering determination, and newly acquired abilities, Gideon needs to outlast other players, make it through the enigmatic "RUIN," and avoid the traps created by the same entity that granted him this opportunity. Is he going to live? And how, if he will? Continue reading to help our MC on his journey.

Published on : JANUARY 2ND 2025. Competition: WSA 2025. _ Between existence and nothingness, between pleasure and hardship, Akriod, the mysterious man, has chosen a road seldom taken. Whether his goal is easy or difficult, it doesn't matter to him. For, amidst the myriad existential desires of humanity as they race toward their goals, he alone longs for eternal disappearance—a return to the stillness that lies beyond the noise of existence. Driven by his ambition to fulfill an eternal destiny, and clinging to his singular desire for nothingness, he sets out on a perilous journey. Prepared to destroy anyone who stands in his way, he exploits every circumstance that might hasten his road to eternal annihilation. _ Instagram : @valyurad. Chapters publishing status: Daily.

Dans un monde où les dynasties s'affrontent et où le pouvoir est un jeu dangereux, un jeune prince Omega, issu d'une lignée royale, se retrouve marié à l'empereur d'un royaume voisin. Alors qu'il navigue dans les intrigues de la cour, il doit faire face à la jalousie des concubines, aux machinations politiques et à ses propres sentiments contradictoires. Entre passion, loyauté et trahison, n explorez les complexités des relations humaines et les sacrifices nécessaires pour protéger et obtenir ceux que l'on aime.

In a world where a sudden meteorite falls and gives people powers, slavery and oppression run rampant, Raiden, a young warrior burdened by a tragic past, embarks on a journey to fight for justice. After witnessing the horrific deaths of his parents at the hands of tyrannical oppressors, he dedicates his life to liberating those who cannot fight for themselves. Raiden vows to gather a loyal crew and confront the injustices that plague his world. Journey to freedom is an epic tale of courage, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of a world where everyone can live in peace and power.

Follow Adam the Absolute, the mage god as he makes love to the female cultivators and destroys the sects that hate him. Adam the Absolute, is the Strongest Mage to ever live on Earth. He has power over everything he was born bathed in magic itself loved by it. Magic is existence itself more powerful than all other powers as was the only true way to tap into the Absolute of everything. After destroying the last Nation standing in the way of true world peace Adam finds a portal to another world. He steps into it, finding Dai Fang and Dai Ài, a mother that is a widow and her daughter being chased by people. He saves them, but his price for doing so is the two of them. After all, what man doesn't like sexy women. Follow Adam as he makes the cultivators run in fear, empires shit themselves and Buddha's beg for mercy. As this world finds out what true power is. Watch as women come to him for safety and love. Watch as they make love to a man like no other in this world full of egotistical male cultivators.

Have you ever wondered about unpredictable life? One minute everything is so good and then suddenly the next minute everything just turns around… Anya Owen faced such times thrice in her life due to one person. Twice she survived and started leading a happy life with her darling son. But could she survive the jeopardy he was going to cause again in her life? Alvin Matthews, the most mysterious man in the city. Nobody knows where he is, what is up to, or what he does. Some even doubt if he is alive or dead. Could he stop himself from falling for the little feisty woman? Well, he never stops himself. But he doubted if he would get killed by the stone-hearted woman before he could soften her heart. ~~~ Excerpt: Alvin watched Anya politely speaking with the butler. He leaned back on the armchair and crossed his legs, intently watching the soft smiles appearing on the delicate face. “Hey, Little Chipmunk, why is your mother good to all but me?” He asked shifting his eyes on the little man who was crossing his little legs playing a video game on his mobile. A sly smirk appeared on Zane’s face. He carelessly threw his words, “That’s what you deserve, Chipmunk Monster.” Alvin: “...” Alvin has to rack his brain to appease Little Monster... Correction, Little Master and his Devil… The second Correction, his Queen. ~~~ This is an original story. Thank you ^_^ for giving it a try. DISCORD: Munchkin_2#7368 Story DISCORD: https://discord.gg/QhhXXWq Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/munchkin_2 Instagram: auth_munchkin Linktree: https://linktr.ee/munchkin

"Dazni Enox"—a man who can ignore all "settings." He has already become the strongest in his previous world, unable to find any rivals who can match him. Therefore, he voluntarily enters another world in search of more powerful enemies.

Skylar Covey is a young teenage girl navigating the complex landscape of her emotions as she embarks on the journey of self-discovery. At this pivotal stage in her life, she finds herself grappling with a whirlwind of feelings—joy, confusion, sadness, and excitement—all entwined in the intricate tapestry of adolescence. Each day brings new experiences that challenge her understanding of herself and her place in the world. Skylar often reflects on her changing friendships, the pressures of academic expectations, and the realization of her dreams and ambitions. She feels the weight of her emotions as she encounters the ups and downs of teenage life, from the exhilaration of first crushes to the heartache of misunderstandings. With an introspective nature, she begins to delve deeper into her thoughts, seeking to understand why she feels the way she does and how she can express these emotions in a healthy and constructive manner. In her quest for self-identity, Skylar may find solace in creative outlets such as writing, drawing, or music, helping her make sense of the turbulent feelings swirling inside her. Surrounded by supportive friends and family, she starts to open up about her struggles, learning that she is not alone in facing the challenges of growing up. Through her journey, Skylar Covey not only explores the depths of her own heart but also learns valuable lessons about empathy, resilience, and the importance of embracing the full spectrum of human emotions.

One day, the world gained supernatural powers overnight, and every single living creature had a superpower. A young man was given the power to replicate his DNA and control his own clones! What does the young man desire to do with his newfound abilities?

The new book "You're in Glory" has been started, the firefighter brother and the wise little sister are waiting for your attraction ~:-D Gu Xiaobei has travelled through time. She doesn't have a space-travelling ability, nor a golden finger, only a stubborn and abstinent old cadre! From a cheetah to a loyal dog, from a husband to a daddy. She's not afraid of either covert or overt strategies, and she gets along extraordinarily well with her mother-in-law and sisters-in-law! Returning to the 1980s, in those nostalgic times, she wants to hold onto her perfectly respectable officer husband and live a happy and fulfilling military wife life...

In the dark side of A'en Esari, a world tidally locked to its sun, treachery is the coin of the realm. After the withering wars, the emperor undying has proclaimed his dominions, the one true empire, and rules in Khandor alongside his ephors. Yvain the younger, landless knight of the realm, awakens after a long slumber to discover that his spawn is dead. Consumed by regret, he sets off in vengeance. When he and Dyani meet in a ball at Ona Serin and submit to a night of pleasure, they soon uncover that the other is tied to the secrets they are after. Sired and raised in the Mortal Pavilion, Dyani serves as scholar and scribe, and spends her days cataloging the events that others will come to call history. Chancing upon a blood vial hidden in a rare book, she becomes privy to a secret that will not only make her an enemy of the realm but will have the most powerful vampires baying for her blood. Esvele Solarin, third princess of the Solarin kingdom of the light realm, is sent to the other side of the continent in place of her sister as a tribute to the emperor. Unsure of her purpose and trying to make a home among bloodsucking strangers, she finds a friend in Isran, a vampire whose charismatic guise blinds her to the evil underneath. As she falls deeper into his web, she realizes that there are worse things than vampires in the dark realm. In a world rife with conspiracies, terrors, and vampires that will exceed any limit to keep their power. The fate of Lunar dominions will rest on the decisions of the trio, to either stand against the powers that be or collapse under the weight of their desires.

At 20, Lyra, a werewitch left by her group, fears the Mate Auction near her 21st birthday. Just when hope fades, she meets Kael Rylan, the hard-to-read Alpha of the Nightshade pack, forging a tie that breaks fate. But when Lyra is taken and put in a harsh fight for power by the keen Varda, she finds out her magic is much stronger than she thought. Now, she must deal with tricks, start a fight back, and face the dark that wants to eat her world. Will Lyra use her skills and take back her fate? Jump into this gripping tale where love, risk, and magic mix, and every move could break her fate.

Frudi Rivera, the determined heir to the Rivera mafia empire, challenges the status quo by seeking to lead her family's organization in a male-dominated world. Her father, Francisco "Cisco" Rivera, assigns her to spy on the rival Martinez family, where she meets Dylan Martinez, the charismatic and rebellious son of Tristan Martinez. Despite their families' animosity, Frudi and Dylan embark on a passionate love affair, but their loyalty is tested when Frudi chooses duty over heart. As Frudi delves deeper into the rivalry between their families, she uncovers shocking secrets, including her mother's true identity as the leader of the Hermosa Lorena family, the source of the longstanding feud. Dylan, struggling with his own identity and responsibilities, discovers Tristan Martinez is his uncle, not his father. Torn between loyalty and love, Dylan must navigate his feelings for Frudi and his family's expectations. As tensions escalate, Frudi faces challenges from rival families, internal power struggles, and heartbreak. Dylan must confront his family's secrets and the truth about his own identity.

It was supposed to be another normal dnd session but in the next moment I felt my whole body pulled into the desktop and into the fantasy world. But not in the city my character was in but an uknown city geared with basic equipment and lost without nowhere to go, A wolf!? I crossed my arm to guard [rolling hit with advantage..{1,1} Fail the wolf missed his bite and stumbled on its feet, feeling threatened by your existence and immaculate way of you dodging it ran away in fear] Reading the floating bar I screamed internally "You have gotten to be kidding me!"

Nandini the wife of the most powerful person of India finds one day that her husband has been killed. And then she gets know that the killer is a Russian Mafia Leader. After knowing this she decided to get revenger. But there is twist in the story which will unfold when both of them will meet each other.

Park Hanbin meets his brother's new tutor and he is determined to crack his composed exterior. Shen Haneul is a dedicated graduate student and tutor. He detests the likes of Park Hanbin. As Hanbin’s persistence clashes with Haneul’s quiet resistance, the two find themselves exploring the fine line between lust and love—and the unexpected allure of letting go.

“If you like my work, I also hope you come to appreciate yourselves.”

"Everyone’s OP Except Me, Am I Still the MC?" Hi I’m Niikaz, and I’m just here... existing. In a world where everyone can summon storms, split mountains with a glance, or literally control time, I’m the one who trips over my own feet. But you know what? I’m fine with that. Everyone’s out there being the main character of their own story, saving the world, and getting all the glory. And me? I’m just chilling in the background, sipping tea and minding my own business. Sure, I’m the weakest of the weak in a world full of OP beings, but honestly, who cares? They’re all too busy with their epic battles and world-saving moments to even notice me—perfect for someone who doesn’t want the drama. I’m not here for the spotlight. I’m just here to live my quiet life without being involved in any of the chaos. But with a world this wild and powerful, things don’t stay calm for long. I guess it’s only a matter of time before I get caught up in it all... or not. Who knows? At this point, I’m just going along for the ride, one misstep at a time.

A girl or teenager has to choose either to accomplish her dream or save the person who has saved her multiple times. will she let love take lead. In fulfilling her dream tension raises, enemies formed and love might win

Alex Delcus was just a normal college student with a simple life. One evening, his world changed when he was hit by a speeding truck. "... So, my sad and failed life finally ends here." As he lost consciousness, he thought his life was over. But instead of dying, Alex woke up in a strange, luxurious room. "Ugh... what's going on? Where am I? How to heck am I even alive?" He found out that he was no longer in his own body but had become the Demon King of Lust, a tall, muscular and handsome figure with humanoid skin and horns. "Hmm? Why is my body so different?" A voice echoed in his mind, a voice that wasn't his. It was a woman's voice. "Welcome, my lord. You have been chosen to live your daily life as the Demon King of Lust," the voice said. "You are now the ruler of this kingdom, a world where the desire for power and conquest reigns supreme." As Alex tried to understand what was happening, he met Lisa Dilhidia, the Queen of demons of lust, who introduced herself as his wife. "Wait! Wait! What do mean by chosen? When did you became my wife?" He was very confused about his existence and his wife who had suddenly appeared. Before he could ask her more questions, Alex felt a powerful desire. He suddenly felt super horny for Lisa's lips apparently for no reason and kissed her, even though he didn't want to but had no choice. Then, a voice echoed in his head, and a virtual video game screen appeared in front of him. Various messages started popping up on the screen. ... [Ding, Congratulations to the host for completing all the requirements necessary to activate the "Devil System"] "Wait! What Requirements?" [Ding, Devil System has been activated!] "A System?" [Ding, Congratulations to the host for completing all the requirements for the "Devil System" to evolve into the "Lust System."] "Evolve? Already? But what did I even do to make it evolve?" [Ding, Commencing Evolution! Failed!] [Ding, Commencing Evolution multiple times! Failed!] "Urgh, shit, failed, now what?

This is the type of novel where the main character is the king or Emperor that work for rule the world following through their thoughts and do whatever he wants whatever you want to create etc