A Burden Shared Is A Burden Halved

Meili is a once-in-a-generation beauty raised in secrecy in the inner courtyards. To keep her safe from the palace concubine selections, her family conspires to make everyone, including her, believe that she's ugly. The secret's revealed when 3 peeping Tom’s get more than they bargained for spying on the 'ugly sister' bathing. The perverts are best friends, a young commander, the second prince, and an admired poet, and the 3 young men compete fiercely for her affections. As Meili emerges from 16 years in seclusion, her deeply rooted body dysmorphia has hilarious consequences as she misreads her interactions with men and proves to be a far more complex puzzle to woo than any of them are equipped for. A cdrama romcom where a young girl is a glittering prize trying her hardest not to be won. [#teen #lovequadrangle #historicalromance #romcom #chinesedrama #sweetromance] EXTRACT: Meili slipped out of her robe and sat on a ledge in the warm pool. Her long black hair cascaded down her back, tiny silver bells tinkled as she moved. It felt wonderful to be free of her chest binding. It was starting to get quite painful. She didn't dare stop wearing it in case it encouraged her already disconcertingly large breasts to keep expanding. It was onto this scene that the Commander, the Prince and the poet happened, as they soundlessly raised their heads above the peaked roofline. For a full minute not one of them moved or breathed. Her long hair covered her generous curves, allowing tantalising glimpses. She reached behind her neck to push back her hair. Commander Bai, realising what was about to happen, clamped each of his hands firmly over the eyes of the Prince and Tan Bowen. A fight broke out on the ridge-line as the men clawed and scratched in a panicked attempt to see what came next. Meili looked up in fright, just as the commander forcefully pushed his two friends, sliding them down the steep rooftop. For just a split second, the eyes of Commander Bai and Meili met.

In Amukelo, you can expect a fantasy adventure filled with action and complex characters facing tough moral choices. The story involves intense battles, quests across dangerous lands, and a deeper struggle against both demonic forces and inner turmoil. Themes of revenge, redemption, friendship, and the weight of past trauma are woven throughout, with high stakes that escalate as the world faces a growing supernatural threat.

**"Ace has always known he was different—rescued by human couples as a baby by the road side. Raised with a strange mark on his chest, uncanny speed, heightened senses, and an instinct he could never explain. But everything comes to a head on his eighteenth birthday when a restless fire awakens deep within him, compelling him into the forest under the light of the full moon. Drawn by an invisible force, Ace’s body trembles with anticipation, and his wolf—silent his entire life—stirs to life for the first time. Then he feels it: an overwhelming presence that fills the air, makes his heart race, and stops him in his tracks. A powerful looking but desperate man emerges from the shadows, Ace’s entire being responds. His chest burns, and the mark he always thought was a birthmark begins to glow on his chest, as if it knows the man standing before him. Kieran’s piercing silver eyes hold a mixture of relief and hunger as he steps closer. 'You’re mine,' Kieran murmurs, his voice deep and reverberating with authority and raw desire. Ace doesn’t understand what’s happening, but his body does. Every fiber of his being screams for Kieran, his wolf howling for the connection they were destined to share. When Kieran touches the glowing mark on Ace’s chest, the bond between them explodes into life. Ace feels everything—the undeniable pull, the deep need to belong, and a passion so intense it takes his breath away. The world fades, leaving only Kieran and the primal connection binding them. Kieran's suppressed desires for his mate breaks free from their restrain. He tears their clothes into pieces, pulling Ace closer in his arms as he uncontrollably touches every inch of Ace's body___ feeling the satisfaction he has longed for_ for years. He devours Ace's mouth and lips as he thrust into him , every thrust igniting a hotter flame inside their bodies, they both groan and scream at the connection, at the pleasure that flows throw every vein in their bodies. In that heated moment, Kieran claims Ace, sinking his teeth into his neck to mark him as his own. The bite sends a shockwave through Ace’s body, awakening a hunger and power he never knew he possessed. Their souls collide, binding them together in a bond that is both exhilarating and terrifying. ▪▪ But as Ace grapples with his newfound identity as a werewolf and the mate of a powerful alpha, he’s thrust into a world of danger, loyalty, and love so overwhelming it threatens to consume him. Will he accept the destiny that ties him to Kieran, or will the weight of the bond shatter them both?"** ○○●●○ Alpha Kieran had been looking for his mate for nine years, he searched among the she_wolves in his pack and all other packs but never found his expected female mate__, only to find out his mate is a male , something he has forbidden in his pack. No matter how much he didn't want to mate with Ace, the pull was way much uncomfortable to him. What is he going to do now that he has found himself in the situation he had forbade others himself.

Lee Seungho, the son of two renowned and influential figure, is born into a world of privilege and power. As the heir to the hermit family, the Lee family, one of the wealthiest and most powerful family in the world, Seungho carries the weight of his lineage on his young shoulders. From birth, Seungho is immersed in the intricacies of the family business, a complex network of global enterprises spanning from technology and finance to art and philanthropy. He is groomed to be a leader, a visionary, and a shrewd businessman, expected to uphold the family's legacy and further expand its influence. He inherits not only the family's wealth and power but also a unique system like his mother Lee Minho, designed to cultivate him. This system, a rigorous program of education, training, and real-world experiences especially of flaunting wealth. However, Seungho's path to succession is not without its challenges. As Seungho navigates the complexities of family, business, and personal growth, he must learn to balance the expectations placed upon him with his own desires and aspirations. He must prove himself worthy of the mantle of leadership, while remaining true to himself and the values he holds dear. [it's the SEQUEL of my first book 'THE SYSTEMS GOLDEN STANDARD'] *[It's a BL] *[The picture is not mine. #CTTO]

Qian Meiling was reborn into the Eldest Princess of the Qian Empire with a frail and sick body. She couldn't even speak full sentences before losing her breath! But she was born with the power to control the aspects of nature with internal strength! Though there is one problem: Women can't practice internal strength! With her weak and sick body, upcoming marriage from a prince from a foreign country, and looming threats of other princes, Qian Meiling wanted to leave this empire that trapped her into this fate. But when the emperor suddenly came over and said it was a marriage game between the two empires… Qian Meiling suddenly didn’t want to leave.

so this is a kind of soft love or forbidden love. Their are two boys Rian and Leo who did a sin by loving each other. Rian a son of an officer who works for britishers and Leo the son of a British officer. the story of how Leo and Rian who were never loved by their father find love and warmth in each other's presence starting with friendship and how slowly this friendship turns into an unexpected feeling of love and how they fight to keep their love alive.

Kirisaki Ryōma's life was normal and routine, there was nothing different about it, but it was about to change after he met his new classmate.

Warning: This story contains many dark adult themes. In a world on the path to destruction, a nameless orphan seeks his own future in a brutal world of magic and myth. After he is sought out to be adopted by a cursed Witch and reincarnated Kitsune, he is soon chosen to wield a Relic; magic weaponry of unbelievable power who chose their masters. Touji Himura must learn how to use this newfound strength and bear the burdens of what it means to become a hero. In this story everyone has their own past that shapes their present and future, from sole surviving Oni to an immortal mage that forgets all who die except those who perish by her hands. Authors Note: Chapters will often see touch ups and refinements over time. This is my first ever story, so I may stumble along the way. Please let me know of any mistakes I make In everlasting memory of Mark Richards.

Hello, everyone, my name is Mercury Van Anguish, and to make things short I am reincarnated person yea... that right you heard me correctly jealous right hahah of course, you are who wouldn't. After all, I am a summoned hero destined to fight the demon lord, save the world, get the girl, and have a happy ending. Or that is what I would love to say you see my reincarnation was very special and very dangerous to me in more ways than one hahah... as a matter of fact please send help or maybe an SOS. You see I got the opportunity to reincarnate under the condition of being entertainment for Multiple ROBS In a way, this would have been good I might have gone to a different world with the proper and cliche setting but nope these ROB want a change of pace so what did they do. Well, it's simple they reincarnated me into a world as an offering to the strongest Evil Goddess of Mayhem Lilith an entity that is by no means good at all and has committed so many horrible crimes within this world just because she enjoys it and sees it as fun, in short, she sadistic and fuck up in the head. Well, this is my job make Lilith mine at all cost and complete all 100 hundred romantic tasks given to me by the Robs, and let me tell you this would have been easy if my wife isn't trying to kill me, discipline me, torture me and assassinate me. All because that is her nature and she enjoys doing it, my suffering is her enjoyment, and If I fail and let her leave the seal before a year is finished, she will destroy the world. So, yea this is a story of how I met your mother or die trying to meet her. "Merrrrrrrcury darling where are you?" "Shit she is coming and my leg isn't healed yet well later guys I got to think of a way out of this or be killed right here and now by my wife." "Awww... darling there you are it is time to say hello to Angel-Chan early today". "Shit, shit, shit, shit Shiiiiiiit!"

In The Shadows' Burden: The one Who Bears All, the story follows Umbra, an enigmatic and immensely powerful god known for his boundless love and unshakable will. As the strongest among the gods, Umbra stands apart, choosing not to wield his power for harm, which earns him the deep love and loyalty of the people. This adoration, combined with the unwavering support of the Shadows—his devoted followers—fuels the envy and resentment of other gods who feel threatened by his unbreakable will. Unable to tarnish Umbra's character directly, these jealous gods conspire to alter time itself, manipulating both past and future events to rewrite the truth of who Umbra truly is. They influence the very narration of his story, casting doubt on what is real and what is fabricated. As part of their scheme, they force Umbra into a relentless cycle of reincarnation, subjecting him to endless forms of suffering before each rebirth. Each life brings its own torment, compelling him to bear the weight of existence in all its forms. As we travel through Umbra's lives with him, we will encounter an array of overpowered characters, each with their own unique abilities and motivations. The veil of deception slowly lifts, revealing hidden truths and a complex past shaped by betrayal, love, and resilience. Ultimately, The Shadows' Burden becomes a powerful exploration of faith, truth, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery amid a universe determined to hide it.

In a world where the weak are crushed and the powerful betray, Keid follows one rule: survive. A carriage driver with no ambition, he drifts between the grimy alleys and gilded halls of Azurethra, watching without attachment, listening without involvement. But in a kingdom where everything is for sale—gold, blood, and souls—nothing stays hidden forever. And sometimes, ignorance is safer than the truth. When a simple job pulls him into the depths of a game he doesn’t understand, Keid learns a truth he would have rather never known. Here, debts are paid in lives, and the past never stays buried.

The Crown Prince, Prince Leran, has been betrayed by one of his royal subordinates and childhood best friend, that is Callixa, the knight of his twin sister. After the attempt to kill him, Callixa suddenly loses most of her memories and acts like she is somebody else. Zana, the modern girl who is gifted especially, is in the body of Callixa. She started to find a way to return home. How can she escape the life and fate of being the shadow of the Dead Knight, Callixa? (Medieval + Modern Technology theme)

Nyx Hazelwood, a powerful duke's daughter is betrothed to the handsome prince Dominic Hawthorne the son of the king of Rimvard and her father's best friend, is beyond happy when she finds out she's getting married to him but her excitement is quickly washed away when after marriage Dominic doesn't reciprocate her feelings and is rather smitten by the beautiful Addison Birley his courtesan. After years of trying and failing to get on his good side she quickly realizes that their relationship was doomed to fail from the very beginning Things became even more challenging when she discovered the life growing in her, their child. Fearing the outcome of words spreading about a potential heir, Nyx left the comfort of the Hawthorne Palace to Evergurd and decided to start a new life with her unborn child. Would Nyx give love a second chance when Dominic appears in her life, not as the strange, detached, cold-hearted lover she was use to? What happens when dark secrets began to spill and their love is put to a test? Would they come out strong as a power couple or be overwhelmed by the risks of love, monstrous secrets and past sins.

Stella, the sole granddaughter and heiress of the Stallion Group, was assumed by many to live a life of luxury and care. However, few knew that her family had reduced her to nothing more than a cash cow, exploiting her for their own benefit. To keep her under their control, they arranged a marriage for her, ignoring her resistance. On the anniversary of her mother’s death, overwhelmed by grief, Stella spent the night at a bar. The next morning, she woke up in the house of the bartender. . . Jackson had returned to the city with a purpose—he needed to trace his origins. Working as a bartender, doing what he knew best, his journey took an unexpected turn when he crossed paths with the Stallion daughter. . . Will the journey that began with a simple act of kindness transcend the boundaries of human understanding? What will their story become as they face the trials of adversity?

What happens when you meet a hybrid who doesn't emit any pheromones? Jake Mckenzie is an alpha who is returning to college after having dropped out for two years. Meeting up with his volleyball teammates and getting back into his old routine, the alpha meets a strange guy who wears a mask and seems to be the target of scary rumours. To his surprise, Nathaniel Callegari strangely doesn't emit any pheromones. That is, until he helps Jake deal with the sudden heat by being enveloped in pheromones that cause him to go into a late bloom. Now Jake has to help Nathaniel deal with his omega instincts and hope he doesn't fall in love with this mysterious masked boy.

P.S. This bookcover was generated by the ai by Webnovel Yayy so here's the synopsis: Some say beauty is the way the body sways side to side, a rhythm that makes even the sickest of fools go mad. It's just enough to make the biggest players lose their game. And Caleb? He was the king of that game. Handsome, confident, and he could sweep the girls off their feet, Caleb was addicted to their validation. The more girls craved him, the more he scored. But Lily was different, she didn't care about his looks and hated his cocky personality. His stupid pickup lines and flirts completely pissed her off. Who did this guy think she was? Some hoe in a one nightstand? This made him obsessed but his feelings were more dangerous than he thought. When a prank goes wrong and leaves Lily dead, Caleb is traumatized by the accident. The memory of her falling into the cursed river haunts him everyday...until one morning he wakes up in her body. Though Lily's not completely gone, she's this nagging voice in his head that Caleb can't get rid of. Caleb is stuck living as Lily trying to discover what about the Midnight River is 'cursed' while he also pretends to be a girl in high school. But things get...complicated. The curse is darker than they think...and it's not done with them yet.

" I want nothing more than to taste your sweet blood on my tongue." His breath grazed her neck, followed by the wet glide of his tongue across her skin. Kerry shuddered, imagining his fangs sinking deep, feeding on her. "We can't do this," she whispered, her voice trembling. "What's stopping us?" "You're... my brother." "And yet, you stir something in me no other woman has." He grasped her hand, guiding it to his erection pressing against her. "You're mine, baby—made just for me." Kerry's life spirals into chaos when her mother marries a vampire. As someone who thought vampires were just myths, she struggles to accept their reality. But nothing could prepare her for her dangerously seductive new stepbrother, who seems determined to make her his. Is their bond a twist of fate, or something far darker?

In a world teetering on the brink of chaos, The Echoes Of A Shared Past follows the harrowing journey of Amelia, a woman driven by grief, vengeance, and an insatiable desire for justice. Betrayed by her former lover Valerius, and haunted by the tragic loss of Kaelen, the man she loved, Amelia embarks on a perilous quest to harness the dark powers of the Spider Weed—a fabled plant said to grant immortality and unimaginable strength at a great cost. Amelia’s path is riddled with trials, both physical and emotional, as she delves into forbidden caves, battles her own inner demons, and faces the monstrous guardian of the Spider Weed. Along the way, she encounters Syra, an enigmatic old witch who serves as both a guide and a warning, foretelling the dire consequences of Amelia’s thirst for revenge. Meanwhile, Valerius, a man torn between his duty and the lingering affection he harbors for Amelia, is drawn into the fray. Unaware of the full extent of her ambitions, he seeks to find her before the darkness consumes her entirely. As allies become enemies, and the line between good and evil blurs, both Amelia and Valerius must confront their pasts and the painful truths that bind them. The story reaches its crescendo as Amelia transforms into something far beyond human, standing at the gates of Valerius’s palace—a being forged by rage and sorrow, poised to exact vengeance. But as the weight of her choices bears down on her, the question remains: will she destroy everything she once loved, or will she find a way to reclaim her humanity? Echoes Of A Shared Past is a tale of love, loss, and the consuming power of vengeance. In a world where ambition and destiny collide, Amelia’s journey is a haunting reminder that the cost of revenge is often far greater than imagined.

The former king of the once-powerful kingdom, Valtoria is betrayed by his closest advisors and assassinated in his own throne room. As his lifeless body slumps to the ground, he is suddenly reborn in the body of a commoner in a far-off village. His memories of his previous life are intact, and he is consumed with a burning desire for revenge.

After the sudden death of her perfect older sister, Amara is forced to take on her sister’s life—mimicking her actions, words, and personality to appease a grieving family. As she navigates the social expectations and painful memories of her sister's legacy, Amara begins to question her own identity. Trapped between the image of the girl she is pretending to be and the person she longs to become, she must confront her own desires, the resentment of her parents, and the haunting truth that she might never be loved for who she truly is.

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I had always thought that life and I were best friends, that luck would always be on my side, that I was the epitome of perfection itself but little did naive, little me know. Life is unfair, luck can be bad and perfection is easily shattered but I payed for it, I learned that information the hard and cruel way. Life betrayed me and took away my parents, perfection turned on me and disappeared before my eyes and luck? My luck went from bad to worse to worst. Have you ever had people in your life that stand by you, support you and give you good advice? If you have then you understand that those people become incredibly important people in your life that it's like they've become melded in you, they become part of your personality, your rock and you begin to admire them and believe that you would have never achieved what you have if not for them. You place them on a pedestal in your head, one far higher than yourself. Now imagine that those people turn their backs on you and betray you and you find out that all their "good" advice were just merely the worst possible advice one could ever receive wrapped up in a pretty pink ribbon. You find out that they are two faced snakes who came into your life just to deceive and destroy. The pain from that is simply indescribable, like if you were on top of a building and it begins crumbles from the ground up sending you falling down but this time instead of falling to your death, you fall down a dark well and begin to wonder a dark path of depression, guilt, self hate and depreciation and regret and I promise you that is a fate far worse than death. I loved watching Spy movies as a kid, I'd even dream about them. I always thought it looked so cool seeing the main character fly through the air and do awesome tricks and defeat the bad guy but everyone else around me disagreed. They all said that spies were bad people and were never to be trusted but I didn't listen, I only trusted what I knew. But when my childhood dream that became my reality was handed to me on a silver platter, I finally understood that all that glitters is not gold. The main character always loses everyone and everything and ends up alone and being a spy is far from the fantasy I'd imagined. A spy's life is nothing but a big lie and false documents made to deceive, infiltrate and annihilate the lives of others. I give you three pieces of advice to carry with you on this damned journey called life. Never, ever under no circumstances must you ever trust a spy they are wolves in sheep's clothing. TRUST NO ONE. Keep a good eye on your pillars, attack before they can make their move. Everything comes with a price some as just more horrid that others. ***** Author here, I hope you enjoyed reading the synopsis, it was really fun to write but for more elaboration; This story is about the adventures of Andrea and her three best friends but it focuses more on Andrea, as she's the main charcter but there are some chapters whers the POV will changeand focus on her friends ot those around her. Andrea, having growing up in a loving family, finds it hard to believe that all she has grown to believe is a lie. She discovers that truly everything is not as it seems as it seems in her world of undercover spies.

Yves Abismo Pecador was a human that was born in a world full of chaos and destruction. He fought his way to the top facing gods and unimaginable horrors, to break free from his shackles and achieve freedom from his dark past. Eventually Yves killed himself as he achieved the freedom he fought so hard for, and saw that there was nothing else for him to live for. Finding himself in a world vastly different from his past-world, he went on a journey to venture this new world, and to try to find a new purpose in this life..... As a Gamer???

What if, you were thrown into an unknown world not as baby, but a mere teenager? A world of horrid creatures that seek to kill and rend your flesh? Fighting monsters that exist within the waking world - and the dream world as well. To survive, one must become strong and outpace what seeks to kill those who are attempting to survive. So come along and watch a boy rise to the top - or fall to the very bottom, never to see the light of day again...