Sleeper Pond With Window

Nora is shattered a month before her wedding when she uncovers her fiancé's deceitful affair. As she manages this betrayal, she discovers a deep ploy to hinder her from claiming her rightful inheritance. Devastated but determined, Nora takes a daring step to regain control of her life. Enter Demetri 'The Demon' to those who know him, a formidable man barely known to her, who offers her protection and support in return for a contract marriage to satisfy him. In a twist of fate, Nora marries Demetri to claim her inheritance and fight those who plotted against her. But as she battles her own family and Demetri's many rivals, will she be able to keep from falling for the man known to crush people beneath his booted heel. Excerpt: She had forgotten that the man was intimidating and directly challenged him. Rather than speaking, Demetri rose from his seat and approached her deliberately. Although it was a mere few steps, time seemed to stretch for Nora. When he was almost within touching distance, his hand gently landed on her knee, moving it sideways. His touch moved with a hint of a caress, and he stepped between her open legs. Nora sat there in frozen silence, her eyes wide like a deer caught in headlights. Catching her chin between his fingers, he tilted her face upwards and spoke unhurriedly," You are my wife." She nodded her head slowly in affirmation while his thumb slowly traced her lip. "I have given you time to gather your emotions." Another nod. Nora's nervousness made her lick her lips, acutely aware of his intense gaze fixed upon them. "Your reason for the marriage was to secure your inheritance and get away from under your mother's thumb." "Yes..." Nora whispered in confusion. Her confusion was not about his statement but about the bewildering sensations coursing through her. What was happening with her? "It's time for you to fulfil your end of the contract, yes?" He continued. "Yes," Nora whispered breathlessly. Why was she breathless? Had the oxygen level in the house dropped? Was the air suddenly thinning? Abruptly, his hand left her face, and she watched as he drew closer. It was then that Nora comprehended what was unfolding. All those tantalizing, heart-pounding kisses she had read about in novels were about to possibly become her reality. But the anticipated kiss didn't happen. Instead, he paused near her and commanded, "Kiss me."

Alex, an 18-year-old high schooler, lives a seemingly ordinary life with his loving mother, Monica, and his bubbly 7-year-old sister, Maria. His father, John, a dedicated soldier, visits them once every two months, bringing joy and stability to their home. Life feels normal, even predictable—until one fateful day changes everything. A chilling message from the army headquarters announces that John has survived a devastating plane crash but is gravely injured. Rushing to his side, the family finds him confined to a wheelchair. As Monica speaks with the doctor about taking John home, her composure remains unusually calm, even… happy. Back home, the day winds down. After dinner, Alex retreats to his room, hoping to distract himself with a chat among friends. But when Monica steps into his room, something shifts. She moves closer, her arms enveloping him in an unexpected embrace. Silent tears stream from her eyes, falling onto Alex’s cheeks, carrying a weight of unspoken emotions and an unshakable mystery. What lies behind Monica’s strange reaction? What secrets are buried in their seemingly perfect family? Each page unravels a story of love, loss, and a truth that could change Alex’s life forever.

'Hell is empty and all the devils are here.' -- Williams Shakespeare --- "Should I dip my hands in holy water so I can touch you?" His breath fanned her neck as he spoke close to her ear, causing an anxious shiver to run down her spine. Her eyes widened before narrowing slightly. "You are crazy." She whispered back with a shaking voice. "Why?" He asked, awed. His eyes now staring at her. "Because you would get burned." --- Opposites attract. That’s what everyone says, but light and darkness are two very contrasting entities. Annabelle is the perfect definition of pure and innocent, while on the other hand, Kione is the opposite of that—dark and a devil with an angelic appearance. Too forbidden to be a perfect match.

A young royal, Lexiana Vertritz marries a time stellar after he saves her from a near death experience. It turns out they are actually bonds and make it their goal to live their lives to the fullest. But it isnt smooth sauling fir them at all as thier lives keep getrjng threatened everyday. They uncover truths about themselves and unlock powers which could twist the nature of matter itself. Will these two be able to achieve their goal of living a happy life while fighting for the greater good, or is there something else in store for them? " There you are" he said before gently picking her up after noticing the wound on her left leg. When she was secured in his arms, a large portal opened before them and he stepped in. A few hours later the hunter leader woke up and tried to recall what had just happened. He stood on his feet and looked around thanking his lucky stars he was still alive. But his eyes widened at what he saw. On the snow covered ground was a large symbol in black as if it had been burnt into the snow and into the earth.His mouth hung in awe. " A time stellar" he said to himself before immediately teleporting back to where he came from.

Notice: Hiatus Until 12/9/24. Exam Time. Extra Chapters Next Week Though. For fifteen years, Raiten has been bound to the Thunder Tower and made the enslaved guardian of his clan's northern pillar. Once, he dreamed of freedom and fought for a friend he believed in. Now, she’s returned—a hero, wielding the power he stole for her. The only question that remains is, how will Raiten kill her? Will he choose forgiveness and carve for himself a new life, beyond the tower, beyond the clan? Or, will he sink in the depraved depths of bloody vengeance? Perhaps a bit of both. [Note: cover is AI art. I am only using this temporarily: once I am not broke, I will pay a proper artist for an awesome cover!] [Note 2: Originally published on RoyalRoad]

An extraordinary fantasy beyond her imagination awaits her. Would she survive? Let's look together.

I wish this story had more readers, cuz the ML is hilariously self- devastating jerk on a survival mission with gorgeous company he doesn’t care about. They shared constellations earlier, but now light-years separated their ‘whispered’ wishes… *** In a moment of unforeseen Fate, a young man reaches into the icy waters, but with a sudden, forceful pull, he is drawn into its depths. Now shrouded in the Darkness he endures his imprisonment there. “Reconnecting with an old friend is like finding a lost jade—if only it were worth the trouble.” Xiǎo Fù, The Servant. *** Meanwhile, in the secluded monastery the Great Master’s rage ignites when his servant vanishes. Four days of torment, anger, and longing leave every monk wishing for their own end… until an unexpected visitor comes. “Your Stupidity is the Yin to Wisdom’s Yang. Keeps the balance, you know.” Xījiǎo Yùshén, The Water Master. *** At this very time, the Prince suffers distress by the grief of loss, spending his days in drunken mourning in order to dull the pain. He doesn't have any desire to cling to life anymore, but being immortal, he cannot just die. “Eternity? Like waiting for a thousand cherry blossoms to bloom—one by one.” Mùnchén, The Second Prince. *** Forbidden practices, Heavenly secrets, Fate’s defiance and the Realms on the brink of War. As well as Curse, Scheming, Sacrifice and Punishment that turns God into Wandering Spirit, and Spirit into only Heavenly Heir. Sarcasm on the edge of torture, both evoke the bittersweet ache of missed encounters and unfulfilled destinies. *** THE LEGEND In a world where Realms are connected, there's an old tale—a Legend that whispers of Balance and hidden Powers. According to this lore, all Realms share a common origin, and their Fates are intertwined. Realms are destined to coexist as one. Here, no hierarchy prevails—no masters, no slaves. Instead, Realms harmonize, their existence interwoven threads. Should the Balance falter, Chaos looms, and the Abyss threatens to swallow everything. Yet, when the Abyss fully absorbs the Realms, the Celestial Source establishes a new Cycle of Life, and brings new Realms to coexist. But even if the Abyss is undeniable, a hope remains, for within the same Source that birthed the Abyss lies an indomitable Force—a Guardian, the One, born to confront, combat, and seal it. Thus, the current Realms gain their chance at survival. *** PS This story was planned long ago, but life is life, so I only decided to share it within online community now. That’s why your support means a world to me >> give me, pls, at least the smallest sign that my work is not in vain so I can happily proceed writing. I’m grateful for your like, comment or review. I appreciate every reader who spends their time following my characters’ journey throughout the chapters and helping me develop their best and worst traits, as well as torture, challenges, punishments and adventures. Thx in advance! *** All intellectual property rights of this novel are owned by the author (uttophian).

When Lucy Furr, a trans woman who graduated from an online college, started to work as a music producer at a music label with a reputation for giving people from the LGBTQ+ community a chance at becoming household names she found out that her calling really was her dream. However, everything wasn't easy for Lucy when there was a giant temptation in the form of her boss, Ms. Jayda Sparks. Jayda had hired Lucy for one job but she quickly grew fond of Lucy’s work ethic and how she took charge of each project she was assigned to brought her company more recognition throughout their part of the country. What no one expected was that Jayda had a darker side of her hidden away from everyone, including her closest friends. There is no denying that Jayda had her sights set on Lucy when she came to work in person and saw that her traits displayed before were amplified with a newfound confidence. The only issue Jayda is experiencing is trying to keep her past locked away as they haunt her in everything she did and then showing up without any warning. Can Jayda get control of everything before the things she desperately wants fall away from her grasp or will everything she worked so hard for burn in the fires from her past mistakes? Will Lucy survive working for Jayda as her past comes for her as well since they're involved with each other or will her every accomplishment she worked for recently come crashing down as her feelings for Jayda prove to be a difficult one?

Firefly is a part of an illegal coven, the Diamond coven. Every year, one member of the coven is given an elemental power and a position of higher power. This year is the rare element of light, and with tensions rising as the coven tries to uncover signs of a higher power intervening with their daily affairs, Firefly wonders if she will receive this years blessing-and what this will mean for her if she does.

Things were alright in Daphne's world until she not only ran into the old lover in the past she thought had died 14 years ago but also met his brother the alpha of the youngblood pack ! Aiden was now 34 and had long given up on finding his mate until one night it changed when he ran into Daphne! The old lover of his brothers past. The one he learned his brother called the one that got away !

Someone has rightly said that nothing can be achieved without money, today the same applies to Alex as well. Alex was fired from his Ad department and on the same day the girl whom Alex loved more than his life, also left him saying that you will remain a pauper forever. When a sad Alex was quietly going from there, he accidentally met a Billionaire Ai System. What a blast will these two create? Will Alex's girlfriend return as soon as he becomes rich? To know, read "Billionaire With System ".

Dr. Elias Vayne, a renowned archaeologist obsessed with lost civilizations, uncovers an ancient scroll that leads him to the barren heart of the desert. The scroll speaks of a forgotten empire, one that thrived in the shadows of history, ruled by god-like beings who granted their people unimaginable power—but at a terrible cost. Buried beneath the sands lies the key to their rise and eventual fall: a sealed tomb, hidden away for millennia, its entrance forgotten by time. Driven by the chance to rewrite history, Elias assembles a small team to unearth the secrets of this lost empire. But as they dig deeper, they begin to realize that some mysteries were never meant to be uncovered. Strange artifacts and cryptic symbols offer more questions than answers, while eerie dreams and whispered warnings haunt their every step. Inside the tomb, murals tell a story of a civilization at the height of its power, capable of controlling the very elements and bending reality itself. But the murals also depict the entity responsible for the empire’s downfall—a god-like being imprisoned within a black stone, locked away by those who feared the darkness it wielded. As Elias and his team venture further into the labyrinthine chambers of the tomb, the line between myth and reality begins to blur. The tomb itself seems alive, its ancient magic stirring as they disturb its long-forgotten secrets. With each new discovery, the entity within the stone grows closer to awakening, and Elias must confront the terrifying possibility that by unlocking the past, they may have unleashed an unspeakable force that could bring about the destruction of the modern world. The Sleeper Beneath is a dark, atmospheric exploration of obsession, power, and the dangers of delving too deep into the unknown. As Elias’s quest for knowledge spirals into a nightmare, he must decide whether to stop the entity’s awakening—or embrace the power it offers, even at the cost of his soul.

Asher, an avid player of Genshin Impact, experiences a strange phenomenon that pulls him into the game world of Teyvat. When he wakes up in a lush field resembling Mondstadt, he finds Lumine, a character he admires, unconscious nearby. After reviving her, they share a brief conversation that reveals Lumine's distress; she has been cast into this world by a powerful sorceress and is searching for her brother. Joined by Paimon, Lumine's companion, and Amber, the Outrider, they set off together. Asher feels a surge of unique powers within him, hinting at a deeper connection to this world. Despite the excitement, he harbors a suspicion about Paimon’s true nature and is determined to protect Lumine as they embark on a journey filled with mystery and potential danger. Asher grapples with his growing feelings for Lumine while navigating the complexities of a world that has now become his reality.

In the land of Etheloria, a relentless Shadow Plague threatens to engulf the land, corrupting all in its path with its malevolent force. Alvan, a selfless young man bound by a solemn promise he made to his late mother, sets forth on a quest to save his homeland from the plague that had befallen it. Guided by an ancient tome, he embarks on a journey to the long-forgotten Lost Temples, forming unbreakable bonds with his chosen companions. In order to retrieve the Elixir of Immortality, which is the only thing that can stop the shadow plague. Alvan succeeded, but at what cost? He gained immortality and unparalleled power of the God of Light, but also triggered the curse of ascendant power placed on the elixir. He watched as his friends and lover, the people he wanted to protect, withered away before his eyes. He also grappled with the effects of the curse that began to take hold in his immortal life. Can Alvan break this eternal curse that came at the expense of saving Etheloria? Or will he become a pawn in a greater cosmic design that threatens the very fabric of the universe? Embark on a journey that transcends time and space, where the price of immortality is weighed against the fate of world. *** > Excerpt: "Have I done anything wrong by fulfilling my mother's dying wish and saving Etheloria? Why do I have to suffer like this because of this curse? I can't even take my own life..." There has to be a way. " ...I am determined to find a way to break this cursed cycle and bring an end to my suffering and life." Alvan lamented. The tree on which he leaned his body withered instantly, transferring its life force to Alvan. ------- [Hey Guys, please read at least ten chapters of this novel before deciding whether to invest your time in it. Here are some of the themes explored in "Cursed With Immortality": Sacrifice, Redemption, Cosmic Struggle, Ambition and Scheming, Selflessness, Legacy, Power, and the Cycles of Life. Happy Reading!]

in the 1700s a world war break out a subtance of chemical that give you super power but with many cost and requirement called heniums because this subtances existance all the countries all now make an national mine for it as the main protagonist Avner Knight a normal worker that work at mine of henium but on one day a box leak and giving him power but because of he getting power from henium he have to join the courty special army

A world ten times larger, and a society ten times bigger. A radioactive virus was made that killed everyone in under a week. People kill others on the fifth day due to hallucinations, since these people can’t be saved they simply die. I had the vaccine and survived. Who is born? For it is who you ask for when you want an identity. Not why, not how, not even a question of any other sort. You say who am I when you want to recall your past and your worth in the world. So I ask who is born? WHAT DOES FUTURISM SHOW YOU? COULD YOU PREVENT THE DEATH OF EVERYONE, AND IF SO WOULD THAT BE A BLESSING?

COMPLETED. After his wife passed away, William became a very hardworking man. Not attracted to women. One day, he was trapped in a room with a woman named Ava. Unintentionally, he experienced something he had never experienced since his wife was gone. He got the boner. William tried to keep Ava out of his life. However, what happened if William's son insisted that she had to be his nanny? William found himself increasingly compelled to interact with Ava, forcing him to confront the uncanny resemblance she bore to Paula. "Who are you, little girl?" Read my other book: Billionaires with Benefits.

Alex Rodriguez living in poverty for years until one day his life took u-turn. [ding, congratulations you got] [1 Million dollars] [1 penthouse at Dream International (property deeds is in the storage space of system )] [1 ferrari ( at parking of Dream International)] [ 1 Super serum ] [ Investment ability] [ 3.4 % shares of Dream investment company ( market valuation is 12 billion dollars) ]

Torn between her pain and the allure of Gavin’s enigmatic charm, Sofia battles with her feelings while uncovering secrets that might either ignite a new flame or burn her hopes to ashes. Will Sofia dare to trust again, or will Gavin’s pursuit only add fuel to the fire of her past heartbreak?

What if three women in 21st century got transmigrated into a novel that they haven't read or heard of? What obstacle or conflict would they challenge? Maybe living another life's not going to be bad, right?

It was a late night in Montreux when Jun kept his eyes to Bella. He never felt this kind of emotion run through his vein with these girls. Bella was studying and working part-time in Montreux. Her stepsister chased her out from her homes and sent her to boarding school in Switzerland, as mistress daughter. She never knew that her future would be in the palm of the most powerful tycoon in the world. "It can't be happening" She mumbling as she woke up on Jun bed one morning. She saw a goddess man looked at her and gave her smiles. she was naked and got a ring on her right ring finger. -------- This is my first novel created based on my imagination of a flash marriage between two people. the devoted male lead that was orphaned due to the greed of wealth from his parent enemies. the female lead was not the strong smart women, she was naive and stupid. when they were together, the male lead would protect her at all cost. IG: Poetri_cantique

Is friendship between an alpha and an omega even possible? More so, if they're in their teenage years where they're starting to get to know what love is! Kiefer Evans and Jacob King have been friends since birth. Literally since birth. Born on the same day and almost at the same time at the same hospital, they have been together since they were born into this world. Their friendship still going strong even until their senior year of high school, and the two of them are still joined by the hip. Things are still the same as before and they're still very good friends... or so they thought. Now growing conscious of each other's presence because of a certain incident, the two of them are now starting to notice how the other person is growing to be a "fine" alpha and omega and their attraction toward each other unknowingly keeps growing by the day. What's gonna happen now? Read how Kiefer and Jacob's story unfolds! __________ "Does Jacob like muscular alphas?" Kiefer mumbled to himself as he looked at the reflection of his body in the mirror. "I don't look that bad, do I?" He mumbled again as he turned sideways to see his body from a different angle. 'I should wear something nice today,' he thought as he smiled to himself. After hurriedly walking to his closet, he started taking out random clothes and pairing them with each other in search of a perfect outfit. But then in the middle of changing into another set of clothes, Kiefer's body froze upon stumbling to a sudden realization. "Huh...?" He blinked multiple times as he felt his face turn hotter and hotter with each passing second. "Why am I trying to impress him?" __________ Updates on Mondays and Fridays (EST).