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"My fiancé is a high school student?" Sohee, an Omega drowning in debt, has two choices: marry a younger chaebol Alpha, or sell himself to an older yet violent loan shark Alpha. Ah, there's a third option, too. "Should I just off myself or something?" *** #omegaverse #dominantalpha #powerbottom #collegeromance #healing

[Sweet, Satisfying, and Passionate; Group Pampering; Torture Casanovas] Si Fuqing opened her eyes to find that her luck has been stolen. Everyone wanted her out of the entertainment industry too. After getting a second chance at life, she just wanted to do nothing this time. Yet, some people who didn’t know their place kept trying to rub off on her fame without any genuine talents to show for. This wouldn’t do. She had to do something about them. Si Fuqing pinched her wrist and took action. After that, the internet berated her for being shameless enough to court Yu Yao, and that her private life was indecent, but… An international songstress: I’m able to stand here today all because of Qingqing. A top-rate male celebrity: Stay away from my sister #YuYao An official international sports channel: Congratulations to Si Fuqing for securing the 13th personal gold medal. At first, Yu Yao paid no mind to Si Fuqing. But when he later learned the truth and regretted, even getting down on his knees so Si Fuqing would look his way again, he could only post a status on social media saying, [#SiFuqing, Hello, Ninth Aunt]. That day, the internet was paralyzed. In the records of history, Emperor Yin rose to fame at a young age. He was perfect, powerful, and benevolent. Yet, he died at the age of 27 due to illness, having lived only a short life with no wife or children. He was an unattainable Adonis for many. No one knew that when he opened his eyes once more, he woke up in the future where 1500 years had passed. This time, he saw tall buildings that he had once imagined before. Shortly after, Emperor Yin’s identity was exposed. When Si Fuqing learned that her idol was within arm’s reach, she was so impressed that she wanted to… Si Fuqing: I’ll work hard! Emperor Yin: Repay me with your body. Si Fuqing: ??? ‘Here I am trying to work hard, but you want me instead?’ An all-rounder and gorgeous goddess x A resolute and noble emperor From being scorned on the internet, to being crowned as number one while she fought her Adonis one-on-one.

" ch... Choi... Yoo-ona ... I am sorry ... Ple-please let... Let me... Go...." he cried for mercy but it did not affect her. Her eyes was carving for revenge. Her whole body was turned red and she was burning as fire. This time she was definitely looked like the assistant of devil! " please l-let me go... Ple-please... " he endlessly begged to her but she react as she didn't hear him. Now that he has saw his end he want my mercy. She laughed crazily on his request like it was some kind of joke to her. She controlled her laugh and a devil smile appeared on her face. Eyeing him she said, " what is the meaning of begging, when you already did wrong thing." Saying this she knifed him on his heart.. He widened his eyes in pain and fear, this girl before him has totally changed. He begged her but she cruelly killed him. And she laughed watching his expressions like what happen just now was nothing but a satisfaction for her. She will kill everyone who did wrong to her. She is seeking for revenge....

Due to an accident, Roning travelled to a fantasy world where fighting spirit and magic coexisted and became the eldest grandson of Marquis Wushan. Before he had time to celebrate his good fortune, he was deprived of his right to inherit the title and even faced the risk of being expelled from the family. Fortunately, Roning obtained a piece of territory with his keen mind. Although it was remote, with the wisdom of the Blue Star people and the game system he designed, Roning gradually got rid of the difficulties, built castles, developed the economy, expanded the army and built his own empire in the alien world.

Warning! Mature Content Hernia is his to care for and he doesn’t care what the world thinks of that. >>>>>>> “We could date instead,” Hermia suggested, her voice laced with uncertainty. “I don’t date,” Niklaus replied coldly, his piercing gaze unwavering. Hermia blinked, caught off guard. “So it has to be marriage?” she asked, her tone laced with disbelief. “Yes,” he deadpanned, not a hint of hesitation in his voice. Her frustration bubbled over. “But we don’t even know each other!” she whined, throwing her hands up in exasperation. Niklaus leaned forward, his dark eyes gleaming. “I don’t need to know you, Mia,” he said, his voice dipping into a deep, dangerous tone. “When I can feel you… that’s enough for me.” She inhaled sharply, her heart hammering in her chest. “That’s not enough for me,” she countered, her voice firm but trembling slightly. His expression softened, and his next words wrapped around her like a promise. “I would forever cherish you, adore you, and treat you like the rarest gem. I would never let you shed a single tear of pain.” Her resolve wavered, but she shook her head and pushed back. “We’re not getting married, Shark. Just go.” But instead of leaving, he smirked, leaning back with a confidence that rattled her. “I’ll be waiting.” Hermia groaned, exasperated. “Nik, you’re hardly doing any waiting. You’re all over me! We live together, work together, eat together—you’re always here!” Niklaus’s voice dropped to a whisper, raw and pleading. “Then just keep me forever, Mia.” She froze, his honest, vulnerable eyes piercing through every defense she had built. Her heart quivered as she felt the weight of his words sink in. She didn’t know what to do. >>>>>>>> To the world, Niklaus Hathaway is ruthless—a man who takes what he wants, no matter the cost. But for Hermia, the girl who’s lost everything, he’s something else entirely: her unlikely savior whom she couldn’t blindly trust. He’s ruthless to everyone—except her. Niklaus Hathaway doesn’t date. He doesn’t waste time. He only wants what’s his. When Hermia steps into his life, he makes one thing clear: if she won’t marry him, she’ll work for him. Keeping her close is his only goal, and no amount of gossip, jealousy, or family betrayal will change that. But Hermia’s life isn’t as simple as working for the powerful CEO who’s claimed her as his. With an evil stepsister and manipulative parents determined to ruin her happiness, Hermia must fight for her place in a world that seems determined to push her out. Niklaus declared her his from the beginning—and he’ll stop at nothing to protect her, no matter the cost Love has never been this dangerous.

Sitting in class Lenna can only think about how much she wants to rip someones heart out. People have red orbs in they're chests. An unquenchable hunger folows her. She is throughed into a world full of questions and mysteries were she is one of them.

What would you do if you met a mysterious charming stranger, but could never fully see his face? That was the very predicament Cloud Belmont found himself in. It was unusual to find the spark one had been searching for, for so many years on Palace Grounds, but somehow they had found each other. Although this mysterious man knows everything about Cloud. Cloud has not even seen the face of the person he spends endless amounts of hours with. Follow Cloud’s journey on finding out who the man is and his own journey on finding himself.

In a world ruled by billions of superhumans, one young man stands out—not for his power, but for his lack of it. Born without any abilities in a society that worships strength, Arin has always been labeled as insignificant. After the heartbreaking loss of his beloved grandfather, the last anchor in his life, Arin finds himself utterly alone—an outcast drowning in the harsh realities of a world that mocks his simplicity. But when all seems lost, fate intervenes. A mysterious system awakens within him, offering him a chance to rewrite his destiny. -[Welcome, Host. The path to power begins now.] -[Complete this quest to increase your power.] -[Failure will result in death.] -[Warning: The weak have no place in this world. Adapt, or perish.] Driven by the system’s high-stakes challenges, Arin embarks on an extraordinary journey, battling monsters, defying expectations, and shattering the limits placed upon him. As he rises from the shadows, Arin must navigate a dangerous world that once rejected him, learning not only to survive but to thrive. Can he prove that true strength lies not in abilities, but in determination and heart? Or will his newfound power drive him down a darker path, leaving him more isolated than ever? Join Arin’s epic tale of redemption, courage, and self-discovery—a story where being different is the ultimate power.

After her twin sister is seriously injured by her so called husband, Chen Xio-Rui returns from the mountains to seek revenge and help her family get the justice they deserve. When she meets the infamous Fu Bichen she embarks on a path of destruction, making him and those close to him pay for her sister with help from an unlikely source. or will she find out things about those closest to her that will turn her against everything she has tried to protect

After 3 years of frustration in New Atlantis, Ithri finally says, "F*** it." He’s done. The city's suffocating rules, corrupt nobles, and self-righteous royals have pushed him to the breaking point. Its oppressive bureaucracy and hollow ideals have left him disillusioned. Deciding it’s time to play his hidden cards, Ithri unleashes his potential, plunging headfirst into a dangerous, chaotic world filled with ancient mysteries, ruthless adversaries, and revelations that force him to confront the darkest corners of his soul. The deeper he delves, the more secrets he unravels not only about the world but about his own past.

Born into privilege, Francesca Arginti was promised power from the moment she drew breath. As the sole heir to the dukedom of Argintis, she possessed more wealth than one could ever spend and magic that surpassed any of her peers. Revered as the most beautiful woman in the Empire of Peremza, her suitors were numerous, each eager for her favor. But Francesca was not interested in adoration or love; her sights were set higher. As the Empire’s only Archmage, she wielded unmatched power—both feared and revered. Yet, for all her beauty, wealth, and strength, Francesca was not content. She saw the world around her as a chessboard, and every person, from the lowliest servant to the Crown Prince himself, as mere pawns. Her ambition was boundless, and the throne was the only prize worth pursuing. As she gazed over the city below, Francesca knew one thing: power births power—and she would stop at nothing to claim it.

in the instant of it all there is something which remains is it the memories within? or the yearnings without? Tell me, oh tell me when sacred flaming eyes meet in the twilight zone, what with those searching looks, unsettled until the match is met? is it the undecided pat doing the rest In pure insanity? or the varying whispers that ceases in mid silence? Tell me, oh tell me now what to expect certainly when eyes are evaded and a smiling lip curves solely, what should I really expect? within the minute's pause there dwells possibilities for something to wilter without cause or maybe to spring with abilities!

[CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT!! ] (At least read the first fifteen chapters before tossing it aside) . Anna Sui woke up from her drunken state to see her boyfriend cheating on her with her best friend on the eve of their wedding. Anna was so heartbroken that she ran out of the house, but due to an unfortunate turn of event, she had a one night stand with a complete stranger. . EXCERPTS, "Anna where are you I've been trying to call you for hours now, why are you ignoring my calls?" Her frown deepened. "Leave me alone Mack you can keep being with Nari I don't care." She yelled. "Oh please stop it Anna. You're my girlfriend and I demand to know. Don't tell me you're with another man Ann. Did you forget today's our wedding" Before Anna could say a word her phone got snatched away from her. "She's mine now. If you call or disturb what's mine from now on, be ready to rot in hell." He hunged up and tossed the phone aside. . (IN THE CUPID'S QUILL COMPETITION. Support book by adding it to library, voting with power stone, gifting golden tickets and normal gift.)

Don't plagiarize my story! That twilight was the beginning of an unexpected meeting, as if fate indicated that she was the Savior for the Western Knights. Her heart was moved to provide help to the figure of a man who was covered in red spots all over his body. If he didn't immediately run away, perhaps that meeting would never have happened. An encounter that triggered endless raging emotions, disturbed his mind and disturbed his soul. Very noisy! Genre: Fiction, Kingdom, Romance, Drama. The story is set in the Middle Ages. Author: Navee/Lekha Raveena The book cover image is not ours, we just edited it a little.

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Unhappy and unfulfilled, Sirius is murdered. Instead of passing on, the boy is given another chance at life. He wakes in an unfamiliar world where the inhabitants despise humans. A strange, old man gifts Sirius a mysterious stopwatch slowly counting down to zero. When asked what it is ticking down to, the man replies: "Your memories." Will Sirius find a way to keep his memories while dealing with the struggles of his new life? Will he stay alive long enough to get the chance? Does he even want to keep his memories? Or will he break down crying... begging for more time?

Love is blind as well as it sees clearer than any eye can, it is kind on one side and ruthless on the other it is the best thing to happen to loving heart but the worst nightmare to a broken soul

A long time ago, all the world's lived peacefully. Although not all the worlds knew about each other, everyone lived as peaceful as they could in their respective worlds. And in one of these worlds, almost everyone had supernatural abilities which were powered by substances called rubidstones. Each rubidstone lived inside it's wielder and revealed itself when the wielder wanted it to. Rubidstones only chose people who are pure of heart and a new rubidstone was created once a worthy person was born. And because of it, that world was the most peaceful among them. But one day, a wicked ruler at the far end of all the worlds rose up and decided to broke the peace which the world was living in. He went to that universe with his army of tundumons. Unknown creatures which looked like wolfs but had hands and stood on their hind limbs. Lots of lives were lost that day. But one man was able to change everything. He took the rubidstones he had gathered and escaped to a different world (earth) and spread it across the earth hoping to fulfill a prophecy that was told a long ago. And it said; "One powerful and evil person will rise up and disrupt the peace which all the worlds are living in. And when he's close to victory, one man changes everything. He won't be the one to bring back the peace though, but through him new heroes will be born. And among these heroes, a young boy will take up the responsibility and restore peace once more. He will fight with a motto that said, 'fight for peace'"

Jade Thorne was a successful woman in the prime of her life. But her friends and family won't stop hounding her about getting married and finding someone to live the rest of her life with. Well tough, she was happily single. Her perfectly happy life suddenly went off-kilter when a blond and green eyed someone decided to walk back into her life. Five years had passed but those green eyes are still haunting her dreams and are still the star of a few of her fantasies. An online romance that lasted for 8 months that scarred her far more than she would like to admit. But the tension between them continues to rise with every meeting. She theorized that she never got over him because they never got to meet in real life. For the sake of closure, a quick fun fling would get this out of her system. She was sure she would get bored of him and he would be just another lover she’d kiss goodbye after a few months. Or would that way lie another heartbreak?  

Coraline Hugues is facing major backlashes against the business she's been trying to build up since she was seventeen. In an effort to save face, she goes through with a contracted marriage but her plans go to the ground when people speculated her having an affair with a son from an esteemed noble family. But, Coraline's savior isn't the man everybody thinks it to be. ___ Updates every 3 months

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Join Jade Williams on a journey of self discovery and his search for his lost to time friends, travel to the new and different worlds and explore how it feels to be, all powerful yet not strong enough!