Ebon Chalice

Genre: Billionaire Romance / Obsession / Corporate War / Emotional Drama *** A sharp-tongued small-town girl falls into the dangerous love of the most powerful oil mogul in Mexico. But when she becomes the target of his enemies—and his obsession—she must decide if love is worth losing herself… or if he’s worth betraying. *** Joseph León was the most feared name in oil — Mexico’s oil tycoon with empires that stretched across oceans. His name opened doors in Dubai, whispered in Geneva, and commanded boardrooms in Texas. But in the private sanctum of his glass-walled penthouse above Mexico City, the only thing that brought him to his knees… was Green. Green Ariza. The sharp-tongued, warm-eyed girl from the southeast — who didn’t care for oil, power, or the billions in his offshore accounts. And that terrified Joseph more than any corporate war. She stormed into his office, her heels clicking furiously against the Italian marble. Her designer leather bag slammed onto the chair with finality. “I want to talk to you, Joseph!” she snapped. Behind his desk, Joseph was mid-call with a venture capitalist from Qatar, trying to lock in a deal worth $1.3 billion. He held up one finger without looking up — only for a second — then paused. His eyes met hers. Sharp. Furious. Tired of something. He ended the call. “I’ll speak to you later,” he said calmly, before the voice on the other line could protest. “Yes, I know it’s urgent.” He hung up, removed his glasses, and leaned back in his chair. His gaze softened. “What does my love want that has her so upset?” he asked, like the storm in her eyes didn’t scare him. “A Maserati? Givenchy? My black card is right there—just whisper what you want, and it’s yours.” Green exhaled, shaking her head. “I’m not here for gifts, Joseph.” “I know.” “No, you don’t. You always think money can fix things.” “I absolutely don’t think that.” “You bought the company I worked for because I said I was scared of getting fired—how is that not thinking money fixes things?” “I bought it,” he said quietly, “because it was the only way I could keep seeing you. You were avoiding me. Saying you couldn’t risk your job. So I made it yours. You’re head of creative strategy now. With triple your old salary. And you only work when you want.” She turned away, rubbing her forehead. “Green,” he said, his voice a low murmur now. “Can I touch you?” She blinked at him. “Are you asking permission to touch me?” “You usually get angry when I touch you during a fight,” he said honestly, standing slowly. “You say I use it to make you forget why you’re mad.” “…Because you do.” “And you let me.” She turned to face him, and for a moment, neither said a word. He reached out, gently, his hand grazing her elbow. “So tell me, why are you really angry?” She looked away. “Is it because of the girl at the gala?” he asked. Her head snapped back toward him. “She’s like a sister. My father’s goddaughter.” “She was holding your hand.” “She’s grieving. Her brother was assassinated in Bogotá.” Green stepped back, arms folded. “You don’t even see how many women throw themselves at you. My mother tells me I’m stupid for staying. That I should leave you and marry someone safer. Someone like Don Frederick.” Joseph’s jaw tightened. “Don Frederick is a snake with a fake smile and a poisoned chalice. He’s not safe, he’s subtle. That’s worse.” “My mother doesn’t care,” Green said bitterly. “She only sees headlines. And dollar signs.” “What do you see?” he asked, stepping closer. “When you look at me. What do you see?” She didn’t answer. He touched her cheek, gently. “Do you think I’d let myself love anyone but you? I’d burn down every oil well I own before I lose you.” She blinked. “Don’t say things like that.” “Why? Because you believe me?” “No,” she whispered. “Because I do.”

Abraham is a lonely and weak vagabond who traverses a world full of magic and monsters. But when he's gifted a sacred attribute from a shady chalice in a temple, everything changes. Pulse floods into him at a level that shouldn't be possible. And now, he's hunted by monsters and beings of almost divine power.

Marked by birth to serve and dedicate her mortal life to the Namelessly one, Maeveth had always comprehended that her life would never truly belong to her. With ebon skin, midnight hair, exquisitely slanted ears, she bore every trait of a Bride of the Nameless one, save for the singular dissimilarity that set them apart from elves: ancient magic pulsing beneath their veins. Yet she also understood that, so long as she abided beyond the elves’ reach, she could indulge in a semblance of freedom. But that fragile thought began to scatter when darkness befell her home; her mother and sister perished under ominous circumstances, driving Maeveth to believe that this was punishment from the Nameless one. Maeveth had no other option but to accept the life bestowed upon her. For two years, she had known only the cold console of solitude. But when Gravhan, the formidable King of the dark elves, laid eyes on her, he was resolute in his desire to claim her at any cost even if it meant abducting her to his castle. As days passed, the line between what is proscribed and what is right began to fade. Maeveth stood not only on the brink of surrendering her heart but also of provoking the Nameless one's wrath, and the calamitous punishment that would follow.

Elara, the notorious villainess of the empire, met her end not with a bang, but a whimper—a poisoned chalice, a fading gasp, and then… a blinding flash. Instead of the afterlife, she woke to a condescending chime and a holographic screen hovering in her face, proclaiming her the unwilling recipient of a 'Redemption System.' Her mission? To atone for her past sins and become a paragon of virtue. Easy, right? Except the System's a buggy, sarcastic, sentient mess, prone to existential crises and doling out quests that make less sense than a politician's promise. It's less about becoming 'good' and more about surviving a world that still wants her head on a pike, all while navigating a 'fated mate' bond with the very hero she was supposed to destroy. Lord Kaelen, the Golden Paladin, isn't the shining beacon of justice everyone believes him to be. He's got his own dark secrets, a sinister System whispering in his ear, and a shared, cursed destiny with Elara that neither of them asked for. Their connection isn't some starry-eyed romance; it's a tangled knot of animosity, reluctant alliances, and a desperate fight against two manipulative Systems that seem determined to either make them fall in love or tear reality apart. Can a villainess truly find redemption when her guide is a glitch, her 'soulmate' is her sworn enemy, and fate itself is a twisted joke? Or will she just break the System, and maybe the world, trying?

Earth has been burned by The Dungeon Tower of Hell, a Swordsman and his party were the only humans left of Earth, however, the final floor of the Tower, Floor 100 caused many causalities. Including the Swordsman who was saved by the Healer, his best friend by using a teleporting stone, Both hug each other as the Earth has it's final moments... Just then, both were swallowed by a crimson liquid flowing from a crimson chalice... The Swordsman wakes up in another world, in search for his best friend, The Healer. Hoping that he had reincarnated in the same world as him. Hoping that he had also been granted a Second Chance.

He is the heir of shadows. She commands the wrath of fire. They were never meant to cross paths—until the world began to burn. When the last Emperor fell, the realm split into four warring elements. But as firestorms rage and darkness swallows cities, the ancient Council of Equinox does the unthinkable: binds two elemental enemies in a cursed alliance. Kaia Emberfall, a defiant flame-wielder blamed for the inferno that killed thousands, wants nothing but revenge and redemption. Darian Ebonhart, the cold and calculating shadow champion, carries a family secret that could break the realm—or save it. They’re told to bring balance. But balance was never the plan. Because something darker is waking—something that remembers them both. And it doesn’t want peace. It wants blood. In a land where trust burns faster than loyalty, and desire flickers where hatred once lived… What happens when fire and shadow fall in love?

In the sprawling Empire of Revelia, where shadows hold secrets and allegiances are as changeable as the wind, Prince Kai-Zevrin Raytingbergh emerges as an enigmatic figure. He is the third-born heir, his destiny woven into the complex tapestry of ambition and intrigue that defines the empire. Within the grandeur of the imperial palace, where whispered schemes carry the weight of empires, Kai possesses unmatched martial prowess and a calculating mind. Yet, within these hallowed halls, the dance of power conceals treacherous motives, and trust is a rare commodity. The empire's fate takes a harrowing turn when a poisoned chalice shatters the reign of Emperor Brandon Theos Raytingbergh. Kai, thrust into a labyrinth of deceit and betrayal, grapples with a prophecy that warns against misplaced trust: "In a realm where loyalty is a shifting shadow, be wary even of those who claim your trust." As the empire's shadows lengthen, Crown Prince Ludvik-Tarron's influence deepens, casting doubts on the empire's future. The palace reverberates with the rivalries of siblings and hidden agendas, all threatening the very core of Raytingbergh. Beyond the palace walls, the Death Mountains loom ominously, hiding ancient alliances that may shift the balance of power. To the west, pirates and concealed empires emerge as a formidable threat, challenging the empire's dominion. Kai-Zevrin embarks on a journey through an empire teetering on the brink. "Crimson Thrones: A Prince's Tale" unfurls the saga of blood and ambition, where alliances are as transient as the seasons, and one prince's choices echo through history. Join Kai as he navigates the treacherous path of power, where nothing is certain, and the crimson thrones of the empire conceal both peril and promise.

In the rain-soaked alleys of modern Haizhou, Wei Chen, a 22-year-old orphan scraping by on society’s fringes, is thrust into a cosmic role he never wanted. Chosen by Tian Zhi, the Celestial Weaver, he must embody the villain in fracturing worlds—stories born of Chinese mythology—to prevent their collapse. Armed with the Cosmic System, a qi-based interface guiding his growth, and the Ebon Star Mandate, a primordial force of chaos that could reshape reality or destroy him, Wei Chen navigates a multiverse of jade empires, celestial dynasties, and sci-fi realms. Starting as a mere mortal (Tier 1), he faces Celestial Trials, high-stakes battles against heroes like Luo Yan of the Celestial Crane Clan, to stabilize each world’s narrative. Forced to play the Demon Lord, Wei Chen wrestles with his role, his growing power, and the Mandate’s seductive danger, while forming uneasy bonds with fierce heroines who could become allies—or more. As he rises from weak to invincible, Wei Chen must decide: will he succumb to the chaos within, or redefine what it means to be a demon to save the cosmos and rewrite his own fate?

SYNOPSIS : They say power runs in blood, but so does pain. Elizabeth Ashford was born with everything—wealth, beauty, legacy. But the moment she came into the world, her mother left it. Then her grandparents were taken by a car crash, and the only person she had left—her father—slowly vanished behind boardroom doors and corporate burdens. Night after night, she waited at the dinner table with a tiny plate and wide eyes. But "next time" never came. Now at 21, she’s the future of the Ashford Conglomerate and a top student at the prestigious Valcrest University. Cold, graceful, untouchable. Her heart, once soft and full of hope, has turned to ice. Because she learned the hard way—depending on someone only leaves you alone in the end. But ice can crack. Especially when fire walks in with a smirk. Niklaus Devilson isn’t just another elite. He's the heir to the Ebon Court, the secret organization that controls the underworld—politics, mercenaries, medicine, hacking, science. A living ghost. Feared by nations. Worshipped in shadows. Known only by his alias: Mr. X. With snow-white hair, electric blue eyes, and a wicked grin, Nik is chaos in silk. A genius hacker. A master fighter. A playful storm wrapped in charm. Mischievous, unpredictable, and fiercely protective of those he loves. He lives to break rules—until he meets the one girl he can’t crack. She's ice. He's wildfire. And when their worlds collide, the game begins. EXCERPT : The grand gates of Valcrest University swung open with their usual drama, letting in the rich, the brilliant, and the obnoxiously fashionable. Elizabeth Ashford walked through like she owned the place—because, well, she kinda did. Long silver-blonde hair flowing, grey eyes sharp enough to slice egos in half. Her heels clacked like warning bells, and students parted like the Red Sea. Until someone didn’t. WHAM. A coffee cup went flying. She froze. A soft "Ow" followed. “I’m alive,” a voice groaned dramatically from the floor. “But my coffee’s dead. Rest in peace, Mocha Supreme.” Elizabeth looked down at the sprawled body in front of her—a tall guy with ridiculous white hair, sunglasses pushed up to his forehead, and the most annoyingly amused smile she’d ever seen. Niklaus Devilson. He blinked up at her from the marble floor. “Wow. Are you always this… aggressive on first dates, or am I just special?” She narrowed her eyes. “You walked into me.” He gasped, placing a hand on his heart like she’d insulted his ancestors. “You walked into me, Ice Queen. With malicious elegance.” A soft snort escaped her. Unfortunately. Nik sat up like he’d been struck by lightning. “Oh my god. You laughed. Was that a laugh? Should I call a doctor? Or my lawyer?” Elizabeth crossed her arms. “It was a nose exhale. Don’t get excited.” He stood up, leaned in, and whispered dramatically, “Too late. I’m emotionally invested.” She blinked once. “Seek therapy.” He grinned. “I would, but apparently you’re not taking new patients.” As he strolled away with a wink and no dignity, Elizabeth stood still for a second longer than necessary. Her lips twitched. Just a twitch. Maybe today wouldn't be so boring after all.

In a world shattered by the eternal war between vampires and werewolves, Lira Voss a sharp-witted, jaded bartender with no memory of her past discovers she is anything but ordinary. A werewolf attack leaves her unscathed. A vampire’s bite fails to mark her skin. Now, both species want her for one reason: her blood holds the power to cure lycanthropy or strip vampires of their immortality. Kidnapped by Selene Dracul, the ruthless vampire queen who rules the nocturnal cities, Lira learns the truth Selene wants to weaponize her blood to erase the werewolf clans. But the werewolf king, Kael Thorn, sees her as a threat that must be eliminated. As Lira’s fragmented memories resurface visions of a silver-eyed woman and a childhood spent in hiding—she uncovers an even darker truth: she is Selene’s daughter, hidden away to prevent a prophecy that foretold she would destroy the vampire throne. Hunted from both sides, Lira allies with Ryen, Kael’s disillusioned beta wolf and a former scientist, who believes her blood could save his kind from their savage transformations. But as their uneasy partnership deepens into something forbidden, Lira’s experiments awaken latent vampiric traits, transforming her into a hybrid neither species understands. When Selene launches a catastrophic assault on Kael’s stronghold, Lira must make an impossible choice. To end the war, she must infiltrate Selene’s court and drink from the Hollow Fang—a cursed chalice that could amplify her power or erase her humanity entirely. But in the final battle, Lira unearths the greatest betrayal of all: the prophecy was a lie, fabricated by her long-dead vampire father, who manipulated both species to orchestrate her birth as a weapon. Now, with the fate of two warring races in her hands, Lira must decide—become the queen her mother demands, the savior the werewolves need, or something neither side is prepared for.

In the shadowy metropolis of Lumina Hollow, ordinary graphic designer Ethan Blackthorn is turned into a Duskborn; a rare hybrid of vampire and witch after a brutal attack by the rogue vampire Selene. His existence fractures the Eclipse Accord, an ancient truce between warring factions: the vampiric Crimson Court, the werewolf Ironclaw Pack, and the secretive Silverthorn Coven. Branded a threat by all, Ethan must master his unstable Nocturne Magic before it consumes his humanity. With allies, a vengeful werewolf, a cryptic witch, and a friend with prophetic visions he races to stop Selene from wielding the Chalice of Eternity, a relic that could shatter the Veil between worlds. But as Ethan uncovers his ties to a martyred Duskborn ancestor, he faces an impossible choice: sacrifice his soul to save both realms, or embrace his power and risk becoming the monster prophecy foretold. A Gothic saga of fractured loyalties, forbidden magic, and the twilight between humanity and hunger

In a realm where dragons are not beasts, but living archives of forbidden magic, the last Arcanum Rider, Kael Veyra, discovers his blood is the key to reigniting the Dragonstar Crucible—a celestial forge that once birthed civilizations. But the Crucible's power comes at a brutal cost: every spell he channels through his draconic bond erodes his humanity, replacing flesh with crystalline arcana. When an ancient order of mage-hunters resurrects the Ebon Wyrm, a god-eating dragon sealed in dead stars, Kael must ally with a rogue dragoness who feeds on lies. Together, they race to decode the Shattered Lexicon, a grimoire written in dragonbone runes that holds the secret to controlling the Crucible… or destroying it. But as Kael’s body glows brighter with stolen starlight, he realizes the true enemy may be the magic burning through his veins. Will he become humanity’s savior, or the final dragon reborn?

When a rising empire called Dremerie, knocks on the door of the Quiet town of Rainfeild, the residents are uneasy. When a loner attempts a revolt and fails, The people of Rainfeild pay the price. The Loner must face the consequences in order to protect the ones he loves, but fate has other plans for Ebon Cress.

In a land constantly shrouded by crimson-hued rain, a world torn apart by clan warfare and supernatural forces, a trio of warriors bound by an ancient curse embarks on a journey of vengeance, redemption, and self-destruction. Ryoujin, the cunning, emotionless leader, leads his companions Shion and Akira, each marked by the cursed symbol of the Ebon Pact, a pact forged in the blood of the fallen and entwined with the fate of their bloodline. Decades ago, the massacre of Ryoujin's clan by the power-hungry emperor set the world on a path of sorrow, while a forbidden pact between man and spirit granted those left behind supernatural power in exchange for an inescapable cost. Now, the trio has returned, cloaked in darkness and seeking vengeance against the emperor, whose ambition for immortality threatens not only the lives of his enemies but the very fabric of existence itself. As they infiltrate the empire's power structures, their pursuit of justice grows twisted by shadow manipulation, blood magic, and elemental destruction. The three warriors are pushed beyond the limits of mortal strength, with each use of their powers severing a piece of their humanity. But vengeance is only the beginning—beyond personal revenge lies a far more dangerous truth. The emperor seeks to pierce the veil between the living and the dead, to transcend mortality and control life itself, threatening to undo the balance between realms and doom the world to an endless cycle of torment. Ryoujin’s ultimate goal transforms from simple revenge into a dark obsession to unlock the true power of the Ebon Pact. As he seeks to manipulate time and rewrite the past, Ryoujin discovers the cost of tampering with fate is far greater than he could ever imagine. With the land weeping with the souls of the lost, his quest takes a terrifying turn as he is confronted with the choice to either destroy the cycle of suffering or embrace the corruptive power to gain absolute control over destiny, ultimately deciding whether his soul—and the world itself—will be redeemed or consumed in darkness. In this epic tale of revenge, sacrifice, and moral ambiguity, Shadows in the Crimson Rain follows a trio of warriors haunted by their past, bound by an unbreakable pact, and torn between their thirst for vengeance and the haunting consequences of their powers. Will they save the world—or bring it to ruin? Only time—and the choices they make—will tell.

In a universe teeming with political intrigue, cosmic powers, and mysterious cultivation systems, Rynor Valcairn, heir to the Ebon Starline Clan, faces a destiny far darker than any of his peers could imagine. Cursed by a shadowed entity during a celestial event, Rynor becomes a "Sinner," severed from the natural flow of fate. To survive, he hides his true nature behind a carefree, reckless facade while secretly harnessing the forbidden powers of dual cultivation—light and shadow. Rynor’s journey unfolds across a series of sprawling realms and challenges that test his ambitions, rebellion against the cosmic order, and mastery over the forces of light and shadow.

In the realm of Eldoria, Prince Eldric Von Bloom shoulders the weight of his father's legacy, inheriting the revered Ebon Grimoire—a singular, ancient tome of extraordinary power. This grimoire bequeaths to Eldric an extraordinary gift: a wellspring of boundless mana, unfettered by the constraints that govern magic in this world. Eldric's quest unfurls as a solitary odyssey, a lone figure navigating depths of dungeons. The dungeons, shrouded in danger, are as much a test of Eldric's mettle as they are a source of power and growth for Travellers. Through perseverance and strategic prowess, he unearths secrets long thought lost, uncovering arcane techniques and powers hidden within the grimoire's cryptic pages. With every hard-won victory, Eldric inches closer to his ultimate goal—to fathom the full scope of his father's unmatched abilities and to master the unparalleled magic that courses through him. His infinite source Lumina, a manifestation of his boundless potential, becomes both his salvation and his crucible, shaping him into a formidable force in his own right. As the dungeons grow more perilous, and the challenges escalate, Eldric's resolve is tested. The stakes are high, for the secrets he seeks hold the key to not only his own destiny, but also the fate of Eldoria itself. Each skill book acquired, each boss vanquished, brings him closer to a revelation that could change the course of history. If in a chapter you find he is not fighting something, Eldric is most surely researching, experimenting, growing or learning. In "The Legacy of Ebon Grimoire," solitude becomes Eldric's crucible. With each step into the depths, he unearths the essence of power, unlocking a potential that redefines the boundaries of magic. In a world where dungeons guard the keys to mastery, Eldric's journey is a testament to the indomitable spirit of a prince determined to forge his own legacy, one hard-fought victory at a time.

A strange indie game suddenly pops up out of no where. Mysterious disappearances follow. The game codex set in a futuristic earth, implores it's players to forge their own part, providing to progression path but riddled with mysteries.

The Golden Chalice Academy; a renowned school best known for being the best school in the world that trains students with the use of the newly released power armor called " Aura Armors". These armors were mass released in schools throughout the world five years ago with the goal of training future athletes and helping them improve astronomically. Students from this school are usually over achievers, if not, are usually the best in the fields that they specialize in. Being led by their principal, Mr. Sebastian Cross, the school continues to show excellent results making many of the students from the academy top candidates in different national tournaments including the Annual Olympics. With the start of a new term, comes a new storm. A new student coming from the same origin of the principal enters the school revealing it's secrets and at the same time revealing his own secrets. " Who seeks, shall find. "                                                                                    - King of Helen

In this night, it was difficult to close my eyes. It was hot and there was an ominous feel in the air. The visions still kept coming and I was still no closer to understanding them. The room was a heavy shade of black, sinking down like a wet cloud of mist. My eyes were hazy and heavy, waiting for sleep to fall upon it. After what seemed like hours, I finally managed to let slumber visit. I lit one last cigarette, puffing in thought, scouring the darkness before I killed it. I lied down on the bed and slumber took its toll, at least that's what I thought. I heard a shrill scream and was startled awake. The area was lit up as I took it all into focus. The room was not my own, and in front of me stood a woman, in her late twenties. Her eyes were wide and it stared into my soul, not blinking. Her head tilted to the side slowly, revealing a slit from ear to ear, reminding me of a twisted and bloody smile. She snapped her head back and I could hear a crack of bones. It took me a moment to realize she wasn't even touching the floor. She started moving towards me, reaching out, and I felt totally defenseless...

Its 25 November 2036 , Pandora express was leaving station no. 1.048596%. Aster and Citalia boarded the Starrail into leaving the bounds of space and time. All the calculations were perfect, Everything was pre-calculated except the approaching solar storm. The gigantic space storm crashed the navigation into throwing Aster and Citalia into the enigmatic realm of Myriad. They both were standing on a floating island where a goddess proclaiming herself "Sustainer of Celestius Exordium" appeared from a stellar gateway and started fighting them. Citalia was captured by her and turned into mere atoms while Aster was thrown from the island towards the land. Aster's mind was in conundrum during the free fall and ultimately when he was at a breaking point , a mysterious voice echoed through his mind. "Let's make an exchange shall we? An exchange of memories" - Mage S Thus begins an odyssey of Cosmic and Celestial proportions. "Myriad and the Celestia" is an epic tale of cosmic forces, mystery, fiction and the pursuit of answers in a world where gods and entities conspires, and the celestial dance holds the key to destiny. --- "I dreamed of a ray of light of a crystal chalice. The light from the crystal spoke to me." - Mage S "Listen to the parable of stars." - Words written on Gateway of Stellar Radiance "The nameless one, The pathless one, arrived from the edge of the universe, cladin stellar radiance." - Jester "Embark on a journey where the boundaries of time and space blur, and the celestial mysteries beckon those brave enough to unveil them. Go now, march unwavering into solar wind. At the end you will return to my embrace." - Mage S

Beta Drake has seen his fair share of the supernatural. Between his Alpha's Luna being a vampire werewolf hybrid and a witch running a nightclub, he had assumed he had seen it all... Then he met Amy Lynn. Within a look, everything he and the other high ranking wolves of the Crescent pack knew was thrown out the window by this tiny but unstoppable wolf. She fought it. I watched, sensing her anguish as she fought against the Alpha's command. Amy Lynn didn't want to comply. Fear and worry washing through her eyes as she watched the Alpha cut his palm, the blood dripping down into the chalice. I cut my own hand and smiled down to her, hoping to ease some of her worry, but she seemed to just squirm a bit more. "Please don't make me do this." She begged as Alpha Flynn took her hand in his. "I don't even have a wolf..." "Then this will be a quicker death then you deserve." Alpha Flynn replied, cutting her palm with his claw and mixing the liquids. A moment later, he cleared his throat and looked down to her. "Now, DRINK." His Alpha aura flooded over her. She struggled for a while, before bearing her neck and taking the glass to her lips. Practically choking down the liquid, Amy Lynn began coughing, dropping the glass and letting it shatter on the floor below her. For a moment, I felt the pack-link tremble as she struggled with the poison running through her blood. Alpha Flynn cursed before kneeing her in the stomach, making her double over. "Waste of a good full moon." He spat as she writhed in pain on the floor, her eyes beginning to go dim. Alpha Flynn left the room then, angry and disappointed at a failed attempt. But no matter how much I tried, I could not turn and walk away from her. I sat down next to her, pulling her long black hair out of her face and resting my hand on her cheek. She was sweating and warm, but not feverish. I watched as her golden brown eyes rolled backward, the sclarea only showing. Then the link clicked, a new Bane link forming as her eyes flashed forward, crystal blue and almost white. With a deep cough, she took a breath and starred at me. ******TRIGGER WARNING****** This book contains scenes of a graphic nature, to include but not exclusive to: offensive language, gore, violence, abuse, sexual assault, and sexual interactions.

It is the 1980s in the city. Children learn a lesson from death and dying. A tortured local artist falls hard from being at the top. A confused young man must choose between love or tradition. A young woman is forced to grow up too soon with a broken heart. A married couple takes a big leap of faith in making their dreams come true in the "forbidden" part of the city. A lonely soul finds refuge in an unexpected place with unexpected people. A young couple deals with the tragedy of an unexpected birth but triumphs with an unexpected blessing. Then another troubled young man has a secret so dark, it drives him to a life of drugs. While maintaining their faith, people endure life's trail and tribulations. Will they learn these lessons or are they doomed to repeat them?

Chalice: A country so entwined with nature that even their very homes are grown from the surrounding woods. In all the lands, there is a force that stands above all, acting as law maker and executioner. Gifted with extraordinary abilities to manipulate nature, to control of magical beasts, and strengthened by a variety of mystical bloodlines, they rule as absolute in the forests and hills; stretching from Chalice’s great expanse until the great desert to the east. These rulers are aptly known as the Gardeners, caretakers of the realm; and are surrounded by mystery. Sain was born into servitude in such a world. Destined to die at birth but spared by fate, watch as he joins the fray and behold just how deep darkness may be rooted when power is left unchecked.

A gritty fantasy tale set in the cryptic, war-torn world of Evalice. Stripped of power and cast into the abyss of Ebon, Veryl seeks the heads of the Lords who abandoned him, the Lords responsible for the death of his wife and son. A tale of survival as he seeks solace from his own wicked past and avenge the lives of his family.

When two mysterious people unexpectedly took his parents' lives and disabled his existence after a horrifying car crash, Christoph Winslow's life was shattered. He managed to escape the clutches of death, but only to find himself thrust into darkness. A world where he meets the shadow offered him a second chance. Influenced by hatred and vengeance, Christoph surrendered his humanity, forever altering his destiny. In this twisted new reality, he must confront his demons while facing the constant trials posed by his newfound kin. As Christoph treads a treacherous path toward a truth veiled in darkness, he becomes entangled in a web of intriguing suspense, where allies and enemies blur together. He was forced into an embroiled quest for the coveted Chalice of Blood—a symbol of unfathomable power that looms as the ultimate prize. Will he achieve what he sought at the price of his humanity? Would he attain the power to control the new reality? Or will it consume him?

The hordes of hell are marching... Humanity faces extinction... Ingor searches for the silver chalice and with it, the power to utterly destroy the demon army and save her people, but in order to find the chalice, she must first be tried by fire... A captivating story of life, love and sacrifice on the spiritual journey to eternal salvation.

A clergyman's young wife leads a double life by sleeping with the son of a Deacon in the church. Having left her once exciting life to be a contractual wife to a divorced pastor who is almost three decades older than her, and whose children 26, 22 and 19 live with their mother, she secretly regrets her actions. Though enjoying the good life and fame which her new status brings, her unexciting and non-existent sex life coupled with the frustration of the child-free contract she signed with her husband, throws her into the arms of a younger man. Eighteen months into the affair and she calls the affair quits. The young man, having fallen in love refuses to let her go.

In this exciting saga, we are introduced to a world full of school wars, mobsters and mysterious characters. The story begins with the arrest of Houka, the person responsible for Zombo's first school war. As Houka faces his trial and is sentenced to serve time in the most feared prison, a giant, fat man named Brenner Souka appears, demanding to speak to the mob bosses. The mobsters look down on Brenner, but discover he has surprising powers. Bullets don't affect him and he is able to manipulate fire. The saga unfolds with Brenner taking revenge on the mobsters, setting fire to them and leaving the alley in flames. The story promises to reveal more about Brenner's abilities and motivations, as well as the consequences of this encounter for the characters involved. Get ready for a plot full of action, suspense and twists.

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