Keeping Up Appearances Mrs Bucket

Celeste Wyncrest, the Crown Princess of Wales was assassinated on her 20th Birthday. When Celeste woke up again 8 years earlier, to the time when she was yet to become the Crown Princess, determined to escape to the countryside to live a life of Freedom, she set out to save the Crown Prince from an assassination so that she wouldn’t be needed to fill up that position. Just when she thought that she'd finally saved him, DAMN! HE'S SUCH A MAGNET FOR DEATH!!! Alastair, the crown prince kept on falling into dangerous situations again and again and again to the point where Celeste had to drop her luggage halfway through escape to come and save him. "I'm f***ing done!!! If he that much wants to die!!! Then let him die!! It's just a position of Crown Princess! I'd take it!"

Marriage is nothing but hell to Ashley Scott. From her husband's unbearable indifference to his open affair, she just wants nothing to do with this miserable union. After almost five years with her husband, Nathan Li, Ashley was tired. She wanted to be free and that would only happen if they got divorced. And Ashley was determined to get a divorce, even if it meant getting on her mother's bad side. Nathan, on the other hand, did not want that. Ashley was his other half, his person and separating from her was something he could not stand. Ashley didn't want Nathan, but Nathan wanted her, and he would do anything to keep her. With the revelation of secrets, would the couple be able to get past their trials and sustain their marriage, or would they forever be apart? *Excerpt: He held her shoulders, his dark blue eyes glowing in the dark. "No one else can have you, Ashley. You're only mine." The scene then changed. This time, the blue-eyed man in her memories was kissing her. After, he spoke in an awfully dangerous tone. "You know what I'm capable of, Ashley. You're only mine." *Cover is not mine. All credits to the artist

Tanya is a rich heiress suffering from amnesia after an accident, is plagued by nightmares where Mr stranger appears.Not able to distinguish between reality and dream she starts investigating the truth behind her memory loss and who the Mr stranger is. Why the pampered heiress lost her memory and who is the Mr stranger that appears in Tanya's dream? Continue reading and find out.

He looked into my eyes, his hand around my waist pulling me closer. "I need you to keep this a secret." He whispered his lips so close to mine, almost touching as he spoke to me. "I will," He punctuated my statement with a sweet kiss to the lips which came as surprise so much so that I pulled back from him. "On one condition though, we get to do this date thing again." I whispered back looking into his eyes wanting to see deeper than he was letting me. "Date is a strong word." He whispered back with a small laugh rumbling at the back of his throat. His words stung but I did not let it show instead I smiled at him bring my fingers up to touch his beard to distract myself from the sting. "What's the right word," I asked planting a small kiss on his lips. "A meet up." *** She knew she was the least to him yet she let herself get sucked into his life. A married man, happy with his family and beautiful kids and yet she could not stop herself from falling in love with him. To her, he was a sweet distraction from her routine boring life, some adventure, some love, something new to love on yet she knew it wasn't all mutual. The deal was too good and she drank of it, like the sweet poison it was.

COMPLETED - alt version coming soon :) What would you choose? Would you be good and live in a fancy lie? Or would you rather be rebelious and seek the truth? In 1934, Anne, the second wife of Thomas, head of the Murphy family, was unjustly unhappy. To the outsiders, she had it all. To herself, however, she was a prisoner. Though her marriage was a ridiculous arrangement, she had no right to complain. Thomas had saved her from a doomed fate. Thomas had given her a glamorous life. Thomas had turned a blind eye to her scandalous affair with his younger brother. But Thomas had also stripped her of her past, present, and future. The delicately maintained façade of the Murphy family began to unravel when the men from her past returned. Soon, she realized what she thought she knew about this family was a web of intricately crafted lies. All those that bore the Murphy name wanted to be freed, but they couldn’t liberate themselves from the secrets that imprisoned them together. And when the rival family finally came knocking with a vengeance, Anne was presented with a choice.

[You Leveled Up!] [You have learned a new rune.] Arthur Silvera's world just glitched. His mysterious new 'Legacy' is transforming him – a nobody – into the ultimate stat-absorbing, rune-crafting powerhouse. But is this power a gift... or an unmanageable curse? In a world of magic-infused tech, Arthur must master his abilities to survive. Monstrous dungeons, mech-powered guilds, and realms beyond imagining await… but with a Legacy this broken, the whole system might just come crashing down around him. *** Discord Server: https://discord.gg/GFD6p9sByS

Book One: After Lilith's mysterious disappearance, Ivy must follow her mother's last instructions, leading her to a bizarre land with new and foreign people. Unbeknownst to her, the people of that land are aware of her eventual arrival. However, they are also wary as they've received a prophecy that Ivy could be the savior of their colony or the one who destroys it. Book Two: Still, Zoe is left feeling distracted and distant several months later. Hope is not lost as she receives surprising news that she may(if she plays her cards right) be able to see Ivy again. Book Three: ---------------------------- Next Up is that one dream we all had when we were kids. When we would leave home in search of adventure and all sorts of creatures in our imaginations ran wild in this world. ----------------------------- I will update this story every Monday and now Saturday with a new chapter. "I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com" as well as ScribbleHub

" You are just my wife in names. But you will never be a wife in my eyes. " I am a young girl as you can see. I have everything a woman would wish to have in her life. I wear expensive clothes everyday and change shoes and bags whenever I want. I have over five cars and drivers and I do shopping whenever I want. Most importantly, I have a very young handsome and rich husband that everyone would wish to have. In fact, my life is perfect. And everyone expects me to be happy. Little do they know that all these things I have are the source of my pain because I lack love. My husband hates me so much and because of this I regret having married him. I cry every night and most of them are sleepless. " You are just my wife in names. But you will never be a wife in my eyes. You can have the Walter's title , and the wealth, But you will never have my heart." Yes he tells me that everyday. It my breaks my heart into pieces because I really love him. But who knows ? I know that one day he will love me back. I don't when , But I believe he will fall me to a point he will even wish to sacrifice his life for me. For now, I AM JUST MRS WALTER , but I know that day will come.

(DON'T read it if you don't want to get depressed, lose some brain cells, be filled with rage and get satisfied.) I warned you. -- Rebecca finally broke off her loveless marriage of seven years with the wealthiest and most influential family in England, the Aldines.  Marrying Winston Aldine out of convenience and hope to one day love her is one of the regretful decisions she made when she was a naive young girl.  After three years of no contact with the Aldine family, she finally got the courage and power to take back her kids and pay back the Aldines for what they did to her for the past ten years, with the help of her past lover, Vanh Huxley. -- A story of a mother, daughter, and woman who ascended from the bottom to the summit of the pyramid.  --Excerpt-- "You're really cruel, aren't you?" She says in between her sobs. She then wipes her tears and takes a deep breath. "I have loved you enough, and..." she paused and intently looked him in the eyes. "I think I'm finally done this time. I'm done loving you, darling." He froze in his spot because he knows deep down that she's telling the truth; her eyes are always innocent and honest; that's why he chose her. (A/N: Want more? Read it now :) Don't forget to add it to your library, ok? xoxo)

Ava Hamilton and Ethan Hall's lives are bound together by a shared secret: their contract marriage. Ava, driven by a burning desire for revenge against those responsible for her parents' tragic fate, seeks to exploit the vast resources of Ethan's powerful family. She hopes to uncover the truth behind her parents' murder and bring the perpetrators to justice, no matter the cost. Meanwhile, Ethan needs a wife to secure his position in the family business and appease his grandmother, the ruthless and cunning matriarch of the family empire. He believes Ava's beauty, intelligence, and determination make her the perfect candidate for the role. As they navigate their complicated alliance, they must confront their own dark pasts. But amidst the danger and deception, they begin to realize that their feelings for each other go far beyond mere convenience. They start to experience the thrill of forbidden love, a romance that could jeopardize their entire plan. As tensions escalate, Ava and Ethan must decide whether their growing passion is worth risking everything. Will they continue to prioritize their original goals, or will they succumb to the allure of a love that could change their lives forever? Against the backdrop of luxury and deceit, Ava and Ethan must navigate a complex web of power struggles, family dynamics, and hidden agendas. Will they emerge victorious, or will their marriage become a casualty of their families' endless quest for power? And will their love survive the secrets and lies that surround them? Excerpt: Ethan's eyes gleamed with amusement as he whispered in Ava's ear, "You know, wife, you're adorable when you're trying to be stern." He was leaning against the wall, his arms crossed, his gaze fixed on her with an intensity that made her heart race. Ava's eyes flashed with irritation, her cheeks flushing. "Ethan, stop teasing me. We need to focus on our plan." She tried to sound firm, but her voice trembled slightly, betraying her frustration. Ethan's grin only grew wider. "Oh, come on, Ava. You know I'm just trying to lighten the mood. You're so serious all the time." He pushed off the wall, his movements fluid and graceful, and took a step closer to her. Ava's hands clenched into fists, her voice firm. "This isn't a game, Ethan. Our lives are at stake. We can't afford to make mistakes." She tried to sound convincing, but her eyes kept drifting to his, and she couldn't help but notice the way his eyes crinkled at the corners when he smiled. Ethan's expression turned innocent, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Who says I'm not taking it seriously? Maybe I'm just trying to distract you from the tension between us." He raised an eyebrow, his gaze fixed on hers, and Ava felt her heart skip a beat. "There's no tension, Ethan. We're just allies in this marriage pact," she lied, trying to sound convincing. But her voice was barely above a whisper, and Ethan's knowing gaze made her feel like he could see right through her. Ethan's chuckle was low and husky. "Keep telling yourself that, Ava. But I see the way you look at me sometimes... like you're trying to resist a temptation." He took another step closer, his eyes locked onto hers, and Ava felt her pulse race. "I don't know what you're talking about," she lied again, trying to sound convincing. But her eyes darted away, betraying her. Ethan's whisper was soft, his breath caressing her ear. "Oh, but I think you do, Ava. And soon, you'll have to admit it." His words sent shivers down her spine, and Ava knew she was in danger of falling for her husband's charms, even though she refused to admit it. The air was charged with tension, their banter a delicate dance of denial and attraction. And in that moment, Ava knew she was walking a thin line between resistance and surrender. THE COVER PICTURE DOESN'T BELONG TO ME. CREDIT TO THE RIGHTFUL OWNER

She is the beauty, he is the power, he is the capital, he is the economy, but even though he is this rich, no one from the outside world is aware of his existence. This man is powerful but when it comes to memories of a one-night stand 7 years ago, he is powerless. "Those that touched my woman will die!" "They don't want you, we want you!" "I am here, from today henceforth I will take good care of our children" "My Milley, thank you for the gifts" He said to her. "Mommy, let us provide for you, anything you want the three of us will give them to you," the daughter said. "I will not marry, I will only dote on mamaa," the son said.

Jiho Woo, your ordinary detective with an unknown past gets dragged into a mysterious inter-dimensional affair, as he investigates he finds himself in another world where he's the second anomaly without a magical video game window.

The billionaire isn't used to lose control but, he's about to learn Moon Carter never expected her first job search to land her at Delta, the world’s most exclusive cybersecurity company—let alone working for Damien Beaumont, the ruthless billionaire who owns it. Getting into Delta is harder than getting into Ivy League schools, but with nothing to lose, Moon applies half-heartedly. To her shock, she gets in. Now, she’s caught in a dangerous world of power, secrets, and forbidden attraction. Damien doesn’t just control an empire—he controls everyone around him. And as their chemistry ignites, Moon realizes that being with him might just cost her everything. In a game where nothing is as it seems, how long can she keep up with the billionaire who always gets what he wants? Fast-paced, thrilling, and irresistibly steamy, Keeping the Billionaire on His Toes is a ride you won’t want to get off.

DROPPED!!! _ Having been Transmigrated, Lean finds himself in a world he once knew as mere fiction. Now, as an unwilling character in this brutal reality, he's thrust into a kingdom rife with magic, ruthless ambitions, and hidden threats. Armed with a system—a mysterious, power offering cryptic guidance—Lean has to navigate this deadly landscape and build the strength to survive. Each step forward reveals deeper layers of danger and intrigue, testing his resolve and forcing him to strive to get stronger. Will he accumulate such power, or will he be another casualty of this unforgiving realm?

Ruth seorang gadis yang comel dan nakal,sifatnya agak sedikit tulus sehingga nampak kebodohan yang menlucukan,dari keluarga pertengahan,bapaknya memiliki sebuah kedai runcit separuh abad.Ruth tidak mempunyai ibu,tapi mempunyai papa dan dua orang abang yang sangat menyayanggi Ruth dengan sepenuh hati mereka.Aboy abang sulung yang bersifat lembut dan Ate yang sisi tidak pasti baik atau jahat,papa mereka seorang yang kedekut,tapi keluarganya tetap utama. Quan jiran sebelah rumah dan juga teman masa kecil Ruth yang bercita² tinggi,dia sangat pintar dan bergaya,dia seorang anak tunggal di dalam keluarga,jadi dialah harapan ibu bapanya,bapaknya menpunyai sebuah kilang makanan. Villiam seorang chef terkenal yang hemsem berkerja di sebuah restoran lima bintang di kuala lumpur bandar raya yang sibuk,bukan saja hemsem tapi juga pandai masak,satu suka bersaing dan agak romantik. Diana sahabat talam dua muka yang selalu merasakan dia lagi bagus dari Ruth,dari alam persekolahan lagi dia menanggap Ruth sebagai persaingnya dalam diam,tampa Ruth sedari Diana bermain kotor di belakangnya. Ruth dan Quan pernah bercinta,karna salah faham,mereka akhirnya berpisah dan menjalankan kehidupan masing²,di saat Ruth mengenali Villiam.Quan muncul kembali ingin bersama,pada masa yang sama Diana juga muncul sebagai penghalang untuk Quan kembali kepada Ruth.Villiam juga tidak mahu mengalah untuk memiliki Ruth,bagaimana pengakhirannya di antara mereka nanti...

A young man has to keep a promise that he made years ago. However, he forgets about the promise and if he tries to remember it, bad things will happen. Even if he can't remember it, he is haunted by dreams of fractured memories.

Shen Hao traveled through time and arrived in the Great Qian Dynasty. Just in time, he encountered a famine year. Hunger was widespread for thousands of miles. There were refugees everywhere. Men, women, the elderly, and children were all sallow and emaciated, without even a mouthful of full meal to eat. Shen Hao exchanged a bucket of instant noodles for a lovely and obedient wife. Moreover, he discovered that he could shuttle back and forth between the two worlds and engage in trading of materials. Shen Hao exchanged near-expiry food for gold, silver, and jewels and took them to be sold in modern times. In an instant, he got a beautiful wife, luxury cars, and villas. He even hoarded supplies and advanced into the Great Qian Dynasty, recruited soldiers and bought horses, becoming a prominent and powerful family there.

"Call me Limit Breaker, aka Mr. Testosterone. That kid Mike Ragnick had it rough, but I'm not like that. You bet I always stand on business. Now, I’m the captain of this boat, and no one’s sailing the ship but me. And you know I’ve got the gains to back it up, always grinding out on that extra set. Cultivators? Lame. Martial artists? Not impressed. Awakened? Nah, I win. Gods, demons, and celestials? A joke—I step on them with one foot. No concept of 'diff'. This isn’t arrogance or overconfidence. I’m simply better. I’d bet a fortune you’ve never seen a physique like this—one that transcends the universe. No steroids, no implants. 100% natural."

Elsa found herself in a dark corner she couldn't see or touch anything all she could do was sit and hug herself,cause right now all she needed was herself,she thought about how life has become so disastrous to the extend she doesn't even dare to dream anymore or aspire for a future."How did things come to this", she asked herself as she cried. The worst mistake she has ever made was falling in love with that man.The pain she felt this past few month came back refreshingly to her memories like a Tsunami and it was overwhelming for her as she passed out.

Levi (Leh-vee, yes don’t pronounce it wrong or he’ll get upset), a teenage boy, starts college at the prestigious, yet religious Midnight Sun University. However, Levi must deal with keeping his identity safe and trying to make new friends, in what seems like a hostile environment for him. To further complicate matters, he finds himself paired with an unlikely roommate upon moving into the Housing Buildings, all that is until he meets someone who will change his life forever.

A story that revolves a group of teens that deals with love, anger, happiness and sadness before they enter their 20s.

Shi Qian opened her eyes and looked at the man's gorgeous face. "You're responsible." The two-faced demon smiled half-heartedly. Ever since then, Demon King Mr. Zhan found himself a new demon in the house! He became infatuated with her and pampered her beyond reason. Someone said, "All she has going for her is her looks! Mr. Zhan will leave her sooner or later!" Not long after that... It turned out that the legendary being was actually that demon! Why does the bigshot behind a military hacker look a little like her? The creator of a successful online game also looked like her, and so did the woman who beat everyone in an ancient martial arts competition... She's the bigshot! Everyone, on your knees!

After being trapped and thrown out by his employer, Roy who came from the village was forced to become a vagrant in the Metropolitan City. But who would have thought that Roy's fate would change when he met Aunt Cindy, a CEO at a company and became her mistress. Roy even learned English and became one of the guides for tourists on the island of Bali. It's just that there Roy met Viola, a beautiful CEO of a tourism company who was also able to shake his heart. So, what will Roy's story be like next? Who will he choose? Aunt Cindy or Viola?

"Never fall alone." Taking those words to heart, was a young soldier. The battle stormed on as reinforcements from both sides arrived. Left and right, allies and enemies alike, fell. Before long, each side was exhausted; the atmosphere was moist in blood, and the air stenched of corpses. The young soldier shouted out in determination as he realized his allies were losing. The young soldier and fellow soldiers watched as his enemies shouted gleefully; reinforcements had come. The battle would not end to their liking. "For the kingdom!" A friendly soldier shouted. "For our friends!" Another voice screamed. "For our families!" One echoed. "For our lives!" One ended. Then, the chanting soldiers were plowed through, limbs dismembered, heads decapitated, and lives destroyed. But still, the young soldier stood strong; his sword was tall, and his spirit was wild.