Duty Bound

They say he is evil, they say he is ruthless, but why does he not conform to the rumors? -------- Adelaide, the Princess of Dystopia, bound by her duty to her subjects gets married to the Crown Prince of the enemy country, Asteria Adelaide had always heard about how her groom was a ruthless person, but why does he act differently? He doesn't show his ruthless and aggressive side towards her, rather, he is sweet towards her, which leaves her at a loss for words. Prince Ethan is an enigmatic human, and his actions always leave Adelaide confused. While Adelaide was figuring out Ethan, there were dangers lurking around the palace. Secrets to be unfolded, and questions to be answered. There is a lot to find out. In all of these, would Ethan and Adelaide stay together? Or would they be separated due to the secrets?

One tamer, bonded by fate, must uncover the truth of the ancient realms before they are consumed by shadow.

Jovana Stafford, a determined alchemist, risked everything to save her brother with a bluish potion of unpredictable power called Serendipity. The Duke Of Veridian, Caspian Clifford, the kingdom's most formidable force, was tasked with finding the creator of Serendipity. When their worlds intertwined at a debutante ball, an undeniable attraction sparked between them, and their meeting became a clandestine affair. As Jovana struggled to keep her secret, and Caspian grappled with his duty, they must navigate a perilous path of love and loyalty. Will Caspian betray Jovana to fulfil his duty, or will he defy the kingdom to protect her?

Alastor Faramir, a powerful being who has spent countless years protecting the universe from imminent threats, finds himself nearing the end of his long life. Though he still appears youthful, his body is aging, and his time is running out. Seeking respite from his endless battles, he decides to retire to a quiet life on Earth. He chooses to live without using any of his extraordinary powers, desiring normalcy and peace. However, as he adjusts to this peaceful existence, he faces the challenges of hiding his true identity, suppressing his powers, and adjusting to human life. But despite his attempts at a quiet life, the dangers continue to threaten, and Alastor may not be able to escape his destiny as a protector.

What happens when your world comes crashing down after one generational mistake you had no part in comes to take what it's owed? Alexandria Maxwell's normal life unwillingly comes to an end after she gets kidnapped from her parents home and is thrown into the pits of an undisclosed world of supernaturals, expected to start a new life as the soon-to-be wife of Lucian Blackthorne, the powerful, infamous son of Dracula. An awakening later, she finds herself the centre of a war between vampires and warewolves, where she gets to meet Aria, the Beta of her clan. Despite the chaotic circumstances, the two fall in love, but as fate had cruelly set her path in stone, she is forced to choose between the two dwellers of her heart. Who will she choose—her husband to be or her new lover? Will she be able to live with the decision she will be forced to make?

Ten years ago, Earth was transformed by the sudden appearance of dungeons and monstrous threats, pushing humanity to the brink. As hope dwindled, some humans awakened superpowers, becoming known as STARS Warriors / Mages / Assassins / Healers / Tamers all kind of types. Among them was Shiro Shoto, an inventive genius whose technology empowered humanity's defense. Tragically, Shiro was murdered by the Nightfall Organization and his wife was feed demonic seed leving her in coma forever. Akira their seventeen years old boy, not an awakened witness the horror that had happened to his family. Consumed by vengeance, Akira embarks on a dark journey against the STARS and Nightfall, getting involved in matters beyond his imagination that could change the world forever.

Prince Arthur Aethersworn of Tashran knows his place: powerless, caged by tradition, and haunted by his lack of magic in a family brimming with it. Under his father’s impassive yet critical eye, he’s forced into training for a throne he can never claim without true power. Just as he’s about to resign to a bleak fate, a mysterious figure with ties to forbidden magic offers Arthur a choice: break free and seek the fabled Dragon's Eyes, or remain bound by royal duty. On this quest, he risks everything: his loyalties, family ties, and deepest beliefs. As he uncovers hidden powers, he faces powerful forces determined to prevent him from changing his destiny. Embark on Arthur's journey, an adventure where casting aside one’s humanity becomes a path, not a barrier to untold power.

In a world where gods rule the skies and mortals suffer below, one maiden's defiance will ignite a war between realms-and hearts. Serena Arcane never asked to be chosen. Marked as one of six maidens sent to the fearful Sky Kingdom to wed its prince, she only wanted to protect her family from the wrath of the supernatural beings who see humans as pawns. But the moment she steps into their shimmering, dangerous world, it becomes clear the Sky Kingdom is not what it seems-and neither is its feared ruler, the Dark King Zade. Whispers of a deadly prophecy surround Serena, murmurs that she alone holds the power to unravel centuries of suffering. Yet her greatest threat-and temptation-lies in the golden-eyed king whose icy exterior conceals secrets darker than the abyss. He rules with cruelty, yet something about her stirs the embers of a long-extinguished fire within him. As tensions rise between mortal and god, Serena must navigate a court full of deceit, rivalries, and betrayals. Bound by fate but divided by hatred, she and Zade are forced into a dangerous dance where every step could mean their undoing-or the salvation of worlds. She vows to resist him. He swears to break her. But when a love this fierce burns, will it destroy them both? Bound to the Dark king is an intense high fantasy romance story packed with action, suspense and the thrill that will keep you glued till the very end. This is a standalone.

When Kael Drayth awakens in a broken world governed by a glitching System, survival becomes his only priority. He doesn’t remember how he got here, but one thing is clear: this isn’t just a game—it’s a death trap where the rules are fragmenting as fast as the reality around him. Assigned the hybrid class Edgeweaver, Kael discovers his abilities are as unstable as the System itself. Shadow-based powers grant him versatility but at a cost: every skill he uses chips away at his health, and every choice pushes him deeper into danger. The System is failing. Nodes, the anchors of this world, are shattering, spawning corrupted creatures, and unleashing chaos across the land. Kael’s only chance of survival is to restore the Nodes while navigating treacherous dungeons, unlocking powerful skills, and forming fragile alliances with sentient NPCs and players—each with their own hidden agendas. But the deeper Kael delves into this broken reality, the more questions arise. Why was he brought here? What is causing the System’s collapse? And who—or what—is the shadowy force pulling the strings behind the scenes? In a world where progress isn’t just survival but the key to reality itself, Kael must outwit deadly foes, master his unstable powers, and rise through the chaos of a fractured system. But every victory comes at a cost, and the line between savior and destroyer is razor-thin. Level up. Adapt. Ascend. Or be consumed by the collapse.

In skies where heavens crack and fall, A broken immortal heeds the call. Ling Tianyi, with memories blurred, Seeks truths within a world disturbed. A demon’s laugh, both sharp and sly, Zhi Yue’s mischief masks the why. With mocking jest and secrets veiled, He walks beside the one who’s failed. A temple stands, then crumbles low, Where lotus blooms and past truths glow. A sword that sings of wars once fought, Now whispers tales of what was sought. Through flames of beasts and shadows vast, The echoes ring of battles past. In lava’s depths and tempest’s rage, Their fates are inked on destiny’s page. Mockery yields to bonds unspoken, As shattered stars leave hearts unbroken. Together bound by fate’s decree, A tale of stars, of shadows, and eternity.

A Mara must marry a Rivers and give birth to the child of the promise. This was a covenant between two best friends over fifty years ago. But both ended up with only sons. Now the Mara family has two young men, David and Gabriel, while the Rivers family has two daughters, Asia and Violet. Violet, being the older one, is betrothed to David, who manages his family's vast business empire. Asia, working in the Mara Business empire, is David's best friend, causing friction between the sisters. Asia soon finds out that David is in fact gay and will not marry her sister. Now Gabriel is forced to marry Asia, causing Violet to be her number one enemy as she is left out in the cold. In her bid to marry a Mara, Violet pleads with Asia to let her marry Gabriel as Violet is the older one like Gabriel. When Asia refuses, Violet plans to sabotage her. Violet works with Allan to kidnap Asia. The plan works. Asia is drugged and ends up in bed with Allan while Violet presents herself to Gabriel as the innocent sister. What Violet and Allan do not know is that Asia had anticipated sabotage and had already married Gabriel in secret and she was expectant. David shifts his loyalty from his own family to the Asia. He is ready to fight Gabriel for breaking Asia's heart. He loves Asia and will fight the world to see her happy. When the Mara family decides to kill Asia for becoming majority shareholder of the Mara empire, only her best friend can keep her safe. Asia and David must subdue their enemies, work on their friendship and build the Mara empire to greater heights.

Synopsis: When a daring heiress, Sera, crash-lands in the forbidden vampire territory during a late-night paragliding adventure, her world collides with the enigmatic and aloof vampire prince, Aidan. Bound by ancient laws, Aidan must either erase her memory or claim her as his bride to protect their secret. As they navigate a world of bloodthirsty politics, forbidden love, and secrets that could shatter both their realms, Sera and Aidan must choose between duty and desire. But with hunters closing in and betrayal lurking in the shadows, will their love be enough to break centuries-old barriers—or will it doom them both. **** Excerpt: The cold wind whipped around Sera as she clung to the edge of the cliff, her heart pounding. Below her, the dark forest stretched out like a vast, uninviting abyss. She had thought it was just an adventure, a break from her perfect life, but now... now she was trapped in a world that didn't want her there. And standing before her was the very reason why. Aidan’s eyes, glowing faintly under the moonlight, bore into her soul. “You shouldn’t be here,” he said, his voice like velvet and danger. “Your presence here is a threat to everything.” Sera’s throat tightened. “I don’t belong to your world. But you... you belong to mine, don’t you?” His lips curled into a slight, bitter smile. “What if I told you that your life, your very essence, is the key to the end of all this? That you’re far more involved than you realize?” Sera didn’t know whether to run or stay. But deep down, she knew one thing—there was no turning back.

In a galaxy ravaged by war and haunted by the ever-expanding Dead Zones, Naia is a skilled Harmony Navigator - a person of extraordinary powers that can temporarily stabilize paths through them. Thus she was trained and recruited into the branch of the military known as Vanguard Operations. She finds her romance - a welcome stabilizing factor in her life - thrown into turmoil when the enigmatic and powerful soldier, Theia, joins her squad. It would be clear to anyone that the two women looked very much alike… and it was long clear to Naia that this woman was the one she was always meant to replace in Evander’s heart. Bound by duty, Naia must navigate not only the treacherous reality-bending terrain of the Dead Zones but also the growing tension and unspoken desires within their team. As her squad leader Evander's attention slips ever more towards the alluring and unpredictable Theia, the Navigator grapples with feelings of jealousy, insecurity, and a growing sense of isolation. Love & Duty - Or Duty & Sacrifice? A balance that the three can live with is sought. Will she be able to maintain her focus and fulfill her vital role in the war effort, or will the discord fomenting within their squad consume them all? Naia must confront the rising tide of chaos, both within herself and slowly building in the world around her… ultimately discovering the true price of harmony. ---- Romance-Drama with a Science-Fantasy setting. Messy Triangle - yes. An Omni-Directional one? At times, but it's not poly. Some FxM R-18/Smut... Interspersed tastefully and plot progressively. --In this author's opinion, anyway. * Eventual Les/Yuri/FxF scenes, yes. * You're Welcome. ---- If you like your love stories poking you in the feels in the middle of fantastical settings, check out my other works too! It's kind of what I do.

Almost five thousand years ago, Selene was the strongest kingdom in the universe, ruled by Cyrus Sol Selene. Rumours had it that he killed his father to take over the throne. Everybody bowed down at his shadow's mere presence. Everyone except her. Nila was King Veer's 15th daughter. Out of his 18 children, she was the least favoured. As King Veer’s kingdom faced an impending attack from Cyrus, he desperately chose to offer Nila as a sacrifice to the werewolf king. How will this marriage turn out to be? Will she find a way to escape the clutches of the werewolf king? Excerpt Nila gasped, her face turning red due to rage and embarrassment ''You cheated! How could you fool me with another identity?'' Cyrus chuckled inching closer to her until her back hit one of the pillars, ''Look who is talking about identity, you thought wearing a wig could hide the fact that you were a woman?''

Bella young and naive lost her parents in an accident which left her to care for her sick brother ken who was diagnosed with leukemia, with no source of income Bella comes across Ethan the rich billionaire who offered to help her under only one condition....to be his wife for 5 years. find out more on Bella and Ethan's story as they try to navigate life together and maybe this lie will turn to something more

WARNING [R18] "Right now," Zamian whispered, his voice low and sultry, "I'll make sure you only call my name." "Z-Zamian, what are you... what are you doing?" she gasped as he pulled her even closer, their bodies fitting together perfectly. She could feel the warmth radiating from him, a magnetic force drawing her in. "Shh," he whispered against her ear, his breath warm and tantalizing. "Not yet. Save that voice for later." **** Mira Adams, a 19-year-old girl, ran into the forest to escape the death that the war had brought her. Little did she know, she would meet Zamian Zan, a mysterious stranger who took her in for reasons unknown. She escaped the next day. On her 21st birthday, she finally left the small village after pleading with her grandfather, who agreed for reasons she didn’t understand. Little did she know, she was destined to marry the stranger she had met two years earlier. Zamian, now 23, is a CEO and secretly the king of a hidden kingdom. He marries Mira due to a debt her late father owed him, but that wasn't his only reason—he told her he wanted a child from her, though his true motives remain a mystery to her.

Drake, an eighteen-year-old ordinary boy, was unexpectedly summoned from Earth to the magical realm called Elandor by Lena, a powerful Water Dragon Queen. She needed him to rid her body of bloodbane poison, and the only way to do so is through intimacy, an ancient ritual. But when the ritual ended, Drake absorbed not only Lena’s poison but also her fabled reverse scale, granting him incredible powers and marking the beginning of his transformation into a mage. Banished from the water dragon’s territory after the ritual, Drake is left to fend for himself in this unfamiliar world. To survive, he joined the Diamond Mage Academy and began to forged his own path. As he honed his powers, he made loyal friends and, along the way, found himself irresistibly drawn into the lives and struggles of the dragon monarchies. His once simple existence spiralled into something much larger as he formed deep bonds and built a harem filled with dragon queens from different territories. Drake’s hope for a normal life got shattered when he’s swept into a world crisis, facing a man known as Tiberius Victor, the mastermind behind the Crimson Rot catastrophe that plagued Elandor. Battling Tiberius across fierce wars, Drake realised Elandor is only a small fraction of a vaster world known as Avalon, a realm filled with mages of unimaginable power. This larger world doesn’t attract him, though, until his four dragon queens, Lena, Xena, Rena, and Zena, ascended to Avalon, leaving him behind. Drake committed to mastering his powers, reaching the pinnacle of magic in his current world (Elandor) as an archmage (9th Circle Mage), determined to reunite with his wives. Yet, as he journeys forward, he uncovers shocking truths about Avalon, his own mysterious origins, and the existence of entire worlds beyond his imagination. ***join my discord for group**** (share your thoughts) https://discord.gg/chcBMzXW

Corin transmigrated into the very story he was writing. It was about Iris Emberly, a young woman in a post-apocalyptic world who one day discovered the strange dome that covers her entire city. Ever since she learned about it, she’s been full of questions: What lies beyond the border? Why can’t humans go there? And where exactly does the city’s food come from when there are no farms inside the dome? Her life changes when a massive ship crashes from the sky, bringing with it a Vysalor—an otherworlder she had only heard about in rumors. The Vysalor wants a new home and identity, while Iris dreams of freedom and protection. Together, they form an unusual bond: a symbiotic relationship between a human and an otherworlder, where they must rely on each other to survive and to achieve their goals. Corin became that very Vysalor and must now find a way to go back to his home planet—the Planet Earth. But as he stared at the holographic screen that hovered in front of him, he immediately knew he wasn’t going back any time soon. [System Notice: You have been designated as the Leader of the Vysalor Race on Planet Crionis. As the sole adult Vysalor, you bear the responsibility of ensuring the survival, safety, and prosperity of your race.] [Objective: Establish a safe and peaceful habitat for the Vysalor.]

Centuries ago, war shattered Asgard. Tired of living in the shadow of the Aesir, Loki and his creatures of chaos sought the respect they believed was their due. Their rebellion, however, brought only death, exile, and the fleeting victory of the Aesir. But gods cannot die forever, and Loki’s defeat came with a prophecy: the war would come again, and next time, he would be ready. Many began to question whether Odin was truly fit to rule the realms. (But that was not my concern. I am an entity of death, a Fylgia bound to the cycles of life and fate. My interest lies elsewhere—with two souls cursed by Odin to live, die, and repeat their lonely existence for eternity. Sirius and Saoirse. For centuries, I’ve watched them endure lives destined for isolation and suffering. I’ve grown tired of their pain. What if they didn’t have to be alone? What if I could give them a chance to defy fate? And, perhaps, what if I could become part of the story that I’ve shaped? These were my thoughts leading up to the beginning of this story. But meddling with destiny has consequences. I probably should have paid more attention to that war, because what I didn’t realize was, by changing one thing, a ripple would expand across the realms that nobody could have anticipated.) Sirius and Saoirse, they weren’t just any Vampire and Werewolf that could have been brought together. They are creatures that must come to terms with the demon beasts inside of them or bringing them together might just end up finishing what Loki’s children had started.

In the world of winged creatures, those born wingless are doomed to become invisible and forgotten. Hawk, Raven, Eagle, Vulture—each spirit determines the fate of its bearer. The ruling winged beings soar high in the sky above mere mortals, their dominance unshakable. Among the supreme avian spirits, Mirabella Flamire, nicknamed “Little Egg” by her captain, was born as a humble sparrow. Aboard the Primrose, she ferried spices across the kingdoms, far from the talons of larger predators. However, her life took a fateful turn when her crew received orders to escort the Hawk King Eros La Velle back to his kingdom after attending the Everdale Crown Prince’s wedding. The shameless king claimed the little sparrow stole his virtue and was hell-bent on insisting they build a nest together. The sparrow, now labeled a promiscuous peacock by the folks: “-_-” Enter an epic tale of fire and flight, where the truth buried beneath the sand is revealed, testing love and loyalty beyond the skies.

Zaia, a powerful enchantress, was once betrothed to the heir of Elyndor, Prince Alek. On the eve of their wedding, Alek discovers his fated mate in another woman and rejects Zaia, shattering her heart. Heartbroken and betrayed, Zaia retreats to the mystical city of Aetherfall, where she uncovers a devastating truth: her bond with Alek was never just a political alliance, but the key to breaking a dark curse on his bloodline. Now, as the curse consumes Alek’s kingdom, he is forced to seek Zaia’s help. Bound by duty but filled with resentment, Zaia agrees to a contract marriage that could either save or doom them both. But with dark secrets brewing and danger closing in, will their love be enough to break the curse, or will it tear them apart forever?

In a world where dungeons are the lifeblood of power and peril, Seth, the Dungeon Architect, awakens with nothing but an ancient core and his wits. Thrust into a deadly game of gods and mortals and Bound by duty, he designs and oversees the dungeon as its master until it matures, wielding his cunning to outsmart adventurers and safeguard its secrets. Nevertheless, As other secrets unravel and foes close in, can he rise to become a legend or will ambition crush him? A tale of cunning, magic, and the ultimate test of strategy and strength awaits. ... 3 Golden Tickets for 1 extra chapter 5 golden tickets for 2 extra chapters Extra chapters also apply to milestones and events with T and C ___ Also I want to say to my readers that I'm not perfect and feel free to say your mind, I'm open to correction, even more to criticisms. ___ Please leave a review. Your power stones and support are highly valued

After losing his parents to the apocalypse, Silas only wished for one thing. To awaken a powerful mutant ability and purge the earth of any iniquities. However, his dream was shattered when he failed to awaken any mutant ability on the day of the awakening. He was bullied by his peers. However, when all hopes were lost, Silas awakens a system. [Silas Griswold has met all requirements to become a host] [System binding... ] [To complete binding host needs to complete three quests] [Congratulations, you have completed all quests ] [System binded successfully] [Your evolution will now begin!]

For centuries, the kingdoms of Sylvaris and Tharavos have been locked in bitter enmity, their lands drenched in the blood of war. Princess celestine of Sylvaris has been raised to despise everything Tharavos stands for—its ruthless conquests, its cold-hearted rulers, and above all, its prince, Kaelen. But when a greater threat looms on the horizon, an unthinkable alliance is forged. Bound by a treaty she cannot refuse, celestine is thrust into an arranged marriage with Prince kaelen—a man as infuriating as he is enigmatic. Caught between her duty to her people and her forbidden love for Valarian, a fierce and loyal mercenary from her homeland, Celestine must navigate the treacherous waters of Tharavos’s court. Assassins, conspiracies, and whispers of betrayal threaten her at every turn. Yet, as she unravels the layers of Tharavos’s dark history, she begins to see the prince in a new light. Can Celestine bridge the divide between their kingdoms, or will the lines drawn by hatred and love tear her apart? With hearts and thrones at stake, one question remains: Who will she choose when duty and desire collide?

Rowen thought her life was predictable—work, walks through the woods, and the occasional argument with her roommate. But a single glowing mark changes everything, pulling her into Vireth, a realm where magic breathes life into danger. Stranded with no way home, Rowen finds herself tied to Dryanden, a stoic vampire with a sharp blade and sharper secrets. Forced to adapt, the two become Helpers, taking on the impossible jobs that others won’t—tracking monsters, unraveling curses, and confronting magic that defies reason. Each case draws them deeper into a world of peril and intrigue, where every answer uncovers more questions, and the stakes are always life and death. As Rowen’s untamed magic begins to awaken and Dryanden’s past resurfaces, their bond deepens, intertwining their fates in ways neither could have predicted. But with every solved mystery, the threads of fate tighten around them, threatening to expose a secret that could shatter Vireth itself. In Bound by Blood and Magic: My Journey Through a Dangerous Otherworld, every adventure is a step closer to the truth—and a reminder that some doors, once opened, can never be closed.

A noble family is cursed by a being beyond them, yet so familiar,a journey of tragedy and acceptance, inspired by mushoku tensei and attack of titan

Mark's world shattered as he witnessed his parents' murder. Adding to his trauma, the murderer of his parents took him in to make him a weapon like his dad. Being weak, he did not resist. His father's dying words ached in his heart: "My son, do whatever you want... You don't owe them anything." Mark struggles through the world, his goal to end the source of strength for this world,sword bonding.

After an abrupt and unexplained death, a woman awakens in a surreal wasteland that seems to teeter between Hell and a forgotten realm. Greeted by a mysterious figure with devilish horns and a dangerous charm, she learns she is neither destined for eternal peace nor damnation. Instead, she is a curiosity—an anomaly in the grand design of life and death. As the devilish stranger offers her a chance to rewrite her fate, she must navigate a realm of twisted rules, hidden truths, and her own memories. But every choice comes with a price, and the line between salvation and damnation is thinner than she imagined. In this haunting tale of mystery and morality, will she forge her path or become a pawn in a greater scheme?

After dying unexpectedly, Ella is reincarnated into a fantasy world as Karina Goldbrace, the Empress of the struggling kingdom of Avugon. Given a mysterious system to guide her, she must navigate court politics, rebuild her empire, and uncover her true purpose. The system, however, is glitchy and often fails at critical moments. Complicating matters is Damian Frostfeather, the arrogant yet magnetic Emperor of the neighboring kingdom of Mitira. Their constant clashes, filled with sharp banter and undeniable chemistry, teeter between rivalry and romance. As tensions rise, Ella must decide if trusting Damian could lead to salvation—or betrayal—in her quest to secure peace and her kingdom’s future.

Bloom a small plant spirit minding her own business and tending to her duties was unexpectedly transferred into a different reality were her kind doesn't exist only beastmen and monsters when Bloom realized this.. she didn't mind after all spirit adjust rapidly in a world were females are treated like the world and are expected to make more than 5 mates how will a little fairy like her who just wants to do her duty will adjust to that?