Ruby The Kraken

"Get ready for a thrilling and romantic journey that takes you through the heart of Indian culture and society. Each chapter unfolds a new twist and turn, keeping you engaged and eager to know what happens next. Meet our strong and independent heroine, who fights to achieve her dreams. Alongside her is a handsome and mysterious hero, who changes her life forever. This series is a perfect blend of action, suspense, and romance, taking you on a thrilling and entertaining ride." Genre: Romance, Thriller, Mystery, Indian Fiction Target Audience: Women's Fiction, Young Adults, Adults *Title:* Tales of Taj *Genre:* Romance, Thriller, Mystery *Synopsis:* Ruby, a 24-year-old successful businesswoman and CEO of a makeup company, has a dark secret - her parents were killed in a car accident when she was 15. Ruby suspects that one of her family members is behind her parents' murder and is now after her. While traveling home from the office with her driver, Ruby's car is chased by masked men. Ava, a mysterious bike rider, saves Ruby and takes her to her home. As Ruby and Ava spend more time together, they form an unlikely bond, but Ruby senses that Ava is hiding secrets of her own. As Ruby and Ava's relationship deepens, Ruby realizes that her life is in increasing danger. She tries to uncover the secrets surrounding her family, but a sinister threat lurks in the shadows. Will Ruby be able to save her life? Is Ava on her side or against her? And will Ruby uncover the secrets surrounding her family? *Tales of Taj* is a romantic, thrilling, and mysterious novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. *Target Audience:* - Adult readers who enjoy romance and thriller novels - Fans of LGBTQ+ fiction - Readers who enjoy stories with complex characters and plot twists

"I have two souls in my body, he is my shadow, and I am his sun. However, we both agreed to protect you from all dangers in this world, even if it costs our dead” • • • Ruby Barnette, a werewolf who was born mute, was rejected by the alpha after the Moon Goddess announced her as the Luna. Not long after that, Ruby was also kicked out by her family because she was considered a stain that damaged the Barnette Family's name. When Ruby was threatened with being homeless, the Lycan King of the Veritas Kingdom, Matthew Harrelle, came to the front gate of Barnette’s Mansion and asked Ruby to be his mate. Matthew Harelle was known as the Lycan King who was violent and cruel. Rumor has it that he could kill his soldiers on a rampage. Some say that Matthew has killed his parents. Because of these rumors, many women would rather die than become Matthew's mate. However, Ruby willingly accepted Matthew's offer because she had no other place to live, and living as a beggar was risking her life. She was also willing to give birth to an heir to Matthew as long as Matthew would cure her insane mother. Unexpectedly, it turns out that there was a secret behind Matthew's personality. The Lycan King, famous for being as cold as winter, also has a personality that could beat the sun's warmth. After getting to knew him better, the abandoned werewolf would soon find that she was in love with the cruel Lycan. What was Matthew’s real reason to chose Ruby as his mate? Was it possible for Ruby, who was always surrounded by misfortune, could feel the warmth of love from the cruel Lycan King? - - - Art Cover by nonu_gee (IG) Follow my instagram @Zenanicher

In a world that has cast us out, we stand amidst the darkness. We have no land, no name, only this path. We are the shadows behind this wall. We are the forgotten guardians of the world. We are the Outcasts, and we will endure, or die on our path.

In a world ruled by strength and power, where the weak are trampled underfoot, a young orphan named Khalid dreams of a different future. Raised in the oppressed Qazi clan alongside his closest friend Abdul, Khalid has known nothing but hardship. The once-mighty warriors of the Qazi have been reduced to mere shadows of their past, burdened by heavy taxes and brutal oppression under the tyrannical King of Barshia. But destiny has greater plans for Khalid. When a reckless adventure leads him and Abdul into the capital city, a fateful encounter with a noble boy named Zain sets them on a path of growth, struggle, and ambition. As Khalid matures, his strength, charisma, and unyielding sense of justice begin to shape his legend. He will rise—not just as a warrior, but as a king among kings, a ruler who will protect the weak and strike down those who abuse their power. However, lurking in the shadows is an ancient and sinister force—the Yahawa Cult, a secretive group manipulating kingdoms from the depths of Enzlania. Their ultimate goal? The revival of the One-Eyed Demon, a being of pure destruction. Unbeknownst to Khalid, his fate is tied to their schemes, and war is on the horizon. From a nameless orphan to a legendary king, Khalid’s journey will shake the foundations of the seven great nations. With loyal friends, he will carve his own destiny—one where justice reigns, and the weak are never abandoned. But to build a kingdom of peace, he must first become the strongest king the world has ever seen. Thus begins the rise of Khalid, The King of the Weak.

After transmigration, Lin Yue could hear a voice whispering in his ear every day, sharing all sorts of secrets with him. Small matters like the thoughts of the girl next door, to great mysteries like the secrets of the heavens, the voice persisted daily, broadcasting randomly. He originally wanted to live an unremarkable life, but in this world of Xianxia dynasties where mortals are considered as insignificant as weeds, the fate of an ordinary man without power is no longer in his own hands. Thus, he had no choice but to stop being 'just a person'. 'Your Majesty the Empress, you wouldn't want your secret of treason to be revealed by others, right?'

Following the betrayal of her uncle Amunak, Alea, Sorian, and Cillian find themselves in the depths of a winding slot canyon as a gargantuan thunderstorm approaches. The walls press in on both sides, and they will have to find a way out of their shackles and through the labyrinthine tunnel network before the rushing waters sweep them into the deep earth. This is a short piece of a scene that takes place in the middle of my planned novel. As such, I don't expect you to know the characters or events that led up to this, nor do I explain them. But it is easy to follow just the scene. ~2.2k words

I don’t even believe in heaven, even though it occasionally shows up in my nightmares.

In a world where power is etched into the skin, where the blood of slain monsters fuels ancient magic, a young seafarer named Alon unknowingly changes his fate when he kills what he believes to be an ordinary giant octopus—only to discover it is a baby Kraken. Branded by its ink and marked by its blood, Alon awakens a power he does not understand, a force that calls to the depths of the ocean and stirs the interest of those who rule the seas. With only his spear, wits, and tattoos carved into his skin, he embarks on an odyssey through treacherous waters, hunted by empires, feared by island tribes, and stalked by beasts of the deep who seek vengeance for the blood he has stolen. Amidst floating islands, cursed seas, and lost civilizations, Alon must uncover the truth behind his newfound power—before it consumes him. The ocean is vast, its monsters are many, and the echoes of the Kraken’s wrath are never far behind. Author's Note: I'll try publish once every day, but no commitment to that this is my 3rd try but my first 2 are stop by busy schedule.

werewolves, machines in human form, an interdimensional cataclysm and at the center a time traveling peace keeper

Melisa was a lonely girl destined to be unloved, but fate had other plans when she began having strange dreams—visions of a life where she was forgotten, abandoned, and trapped in a loveless marriage. Forced by her parents to stand at the wedding altar in her sister’s place, she was meant to marry Tristan Soveir, the notorious playboy. But fate twisted once more, and the groom was also swapped—to none other than Leonard Soveir, Tristan’s eldest brother and the powerful heir of the Soveir family. Thrown into an unexpected marriage, Melisa is no longer the timid girl who once faded into the background. This time, she refuses to be a mere substitute for Olivia. With memories of her dream guiding her, she steps forward to change her fate. Follow her journey as she unravels the mystery behind these dreams and fights to carve a new path for herself. Will she still remain in her sister’s shadow, or will she claim a life of her own? "I will never become the pathetic me from my dreams."

A journey about a boy ,Joey who just turned adult with his mysterious system to healing the tragic characters who got nothing except bad things, being used as a stepping stone for heaven's darlings.Let's see whether Joey will heal those broken characters or wether he will uncover what the system is hiding from him.Will it indenger him?

The Cathedral is meant to be a place of belief, moral etiquette, and a home embodying holiness but what happens when it turns out that beyond what the ordinary eyes sees lies something unimaginable. It is instead an embodiment of all evil things ---- Read The Story of Katie, the youngest and the most prettiest innocent sister in the Cathedral. Her true nature is only shown during special times.

The shadow of the apocalypse descended abruptly, turning the campus into a living hell—zombies roamed freely, and blood soaked the ground. Yet, Lin Xiao, an ordinary college student, was unexpectedly granted a second chance at life. When she opened her eyes, it was the moment just before the end began! This time, she was determined to fortify her dormitory with her roommates and turn it into a stronghold for survival. With resources scarce, they rummaged through every corner, gathering every bit of food and anything useful. With zombies lurking outside, they used their wits to reinforce doors and windows, transforming their dorm into an impenetrable sanctuary. But danger loomed ever closer—the crisis of dwindling water supplies, sudden attacks from mutated zombies, and the relentless tests of human nature… Every step was a matter of life and death. Would they sit in despair, waiting for doom to consume them, or would they fight their way through insurmountable odds to grasp a sliver of hope? Follow Lin Xiao and her roommates as they struggle to survive in their small dormitory haven, relying on sheer willpower and fearless courage. In this apocalyptic nightmare, they carve a bloody path forward, braving the darkness in pursuit of the faintest dawn, embarking on a thrilling legend of survival.

Ruby was born with beautiful red hair and eyes. But it is like a curse to her. After many hardships,her mother tells her that she is a princess. Will Ruby be able to overcome all kinds of trouble and survive in the palace?

Perseus starts his first year in the empires magical academy, right in its main planet Terra Ultima, and conviently called by the emperor 'Academiae Primae Terra' he was chosen and was given the honours to be one of the few lowborn to participate at Terra Ultima, an academy that prided itself in welcoming only the students with outstanding magical talents,for this exact reason Perseus was taken by a spaceship after his last year of school, after a day or two to say goodbye to the ones he loved and prepare himself, he departed the day of his 18th birthday. hi! guys author here! I just wanted to say that this novel takes some concepts and what ifs from 40k and adapts the powersystem in a mix of jujutsukaisens and classical mana-based power system,this is a fic that i wanted to start for a while, ho.... there will be some magical beast contracts too (since this worldhas gods in it, altough you've seen it by the tags) i changed the 40k stuff, i have taken inspiration for the organizations of the empire but made it a LOT morre different in practice, anyway if you like fantasy or slayng demons with soulbonded blasters you my friends are in the right place!

This is the stories of two different people from two different worlds (literally) She was raised in love, while he was raised in hate Her birth was celebrated, while he was despised She was protected, while he was abused everyday. She is gentle, warm and kind, while he is cold, cruel and vicious But with the twist of fate, their world collided. They will learn from each other. He will teach her to be hopeful and live for herself, while she will teach him the joys of Friendship and Love Together they will learn to understand each other, accept each other and love each other, and soon their love will change the fate of the world ________________________________________ Princess: Can you stop staring at me while I'm sleeping? The Lord: I can't... The Princess: Are you gonna stare at me the whole night? The Lord: Yes! The Princess: Can you at least act like a normal man who will take advantage of a maiden while in her room. The Lord: …this Lord would oblige The Princess: WAIT… This princess is kidding, just kidding, wait...!

I ran. That was the only thought on my mind. Angry tears filled my eyes, many questions running through my mind would I die like this? was this how my life would in..in pain that I cowardly gave it up? I could hear my heart thumping fast in my ears, I could feel the blood rush all over I couldn't give up now... I wasn't going to give up not now I was going to put and end to this game , No..I am going to destroy it

What is death? Others may think that dying is the end of one's journey, but it is the beginning of a far greater one. Sage Blackwood, a prince in his former life dies along with his mother and little sister, they died due to the conspiracy of the royal family. He never wanted any of these — Fame, wealth, title, beauty... he had tasted all of them, yet, he remained unsatisfied. These things didn't really matter to him, what mattered most was his mother and sister but then... Death just had to take them away from him. Lucky for him, a second journey was about to begin in his life, he awoke in a different world but instead of a prince, he wakes up as a person with dual identity. A clean man working hard to make ends meet by the day and a silent weaver during the nights. His echoes whispers all through the night, death shrouding him like a mist, his shadows follows his victims like a devourer hunting for its prey. His targets fear him like they would to the devil himself, his friends avoid him like a plague. Rules are made to be obeyed but he bends them instead. There's no end to his reign because even death obeys him. What could be the end of this mighty man? No one knows, not even the deities. Echoes Of The Silent Weaver.

Ellie Yeo thought she could escape her one-sided love for her boss, Simon Sa, by accepting an arranged marriage to Ethan Jung. However, just when she plans to leave Simon’s world behind, he pulls her back into a whirlwind of emotions with one last business trip together. Torn between her growing attachment to Ethan and her unresolved feelings for Simon, Ellie faces her deepest emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel and difficult choices arise, Ellie must decide whether to follow her heart or break free from the man who refuses to let her go. Will she finally escape Simon’s grip, or will their twisted relationship trap her once again?

Follow the story of a regular maths teacher that is now reincarnated into a cultivation world. yes the mc is a real life person, not only that he is also my maths teacher. I thought it would be a funny idea to write a parody story about him.

Lyra is a 21st-century girl from the modern world who accidentally transmigrated into the beast world while swimming. what happens when a gorgeous young girl with golden blonde hair and ocean blue eyes with ivory white skin doll falls into a world where the female population is drastically low. But as she stays in the world, she discovers many secrets about herself which she never imagined. Join her journey in discovering love, heartache, and the real truth of her life. This is my first story please support me and join me on my journey through this story. The cover photo is not mine Contains mature content with many r#18 scenes audience below 16 restrain from reading it. Follow my insta @ruby_rosie_2001

In the Great Chu Kingdom, demons and evils were rampant. In this world, there were martial artists, Taoists, Buddhists, demons, and spooks. Xu Bai crossed over and was up to a hellish start because he was in a bandit fortress cell. When the danger came, he found that his comprehension seemed to be a little unusual. [Observe the nameless blade marks on the wall and comprehend the Bone Breaking Blade Technique.] [Observe the forging book and comprehend the forging method] [Observe the Trigrams Sutra and comprehend the Trigrams Reckoning.] When entering the bandit fortress, Xu Bai was handcuffed with chains, and when leaving the bandit fortress, Xu Bai was carrying a ghost-headed sword. "In this world, there are many things that can be seen. I am just more observant than all of you." Xu Bai laughed.

Claude, an orphan burdened by a tragic past, meets an untimely end, only to find himself reborn into a world brimming with magic. Retaining his name and memories, Claude navigates this new reality, grappling with the echoes of his former life while uncovering the secrets and wonders of this enchanting realm.

In the quiet village of Eldermere, blacksmith Leora Swithen's life takes a shocking turn when the village hermit, Mannuel, reveals that she is the prophesied Redeemer—the one destined to save or doom the world. Skeptical and afraid, Leora dismisses the prophecy until an ancient relic awakens a hidden power within her. As monstrous creatures descend upon the village, Leora is forced to confront her newfound abilities. With the fate of her people in her hands, she must make an impossible choice—embrace her destiny or let fear consume her. The storm has begun, and her decision will shape the world’s future.

Ken is a smart runaway with a dark past, who after a near death experience finds himself waking up in another world. Chosen by Lilith-a mischievous spirit-he's thrown into "New Oasis", a world of high risks where 10,000 players duke it out for a single, ultimate wish. In a land teeming with bustling cities, treacherous mountains, and unyielding foes, Ken has but 5,000 coins, his wits, and the unreliable guidance of Lilith. The goal is to obtain eight legendary gems via twisted games and players who are far more cunning, Beyond that wish, Ken carries the weight of his crimes, unsure what began it all. With redemption, revenge, and freedom hanging in the balance, Ken risks everything in the New Oasis, where only the strongest-or smartest-will survive.

noble, discovers a shattering truth: his entire existence was merely a footnote in a grand novel, a stepping stone for the protagonist's rise. Cast aside and forgotten, he retreats to a quiet life, far removed from the glories and failures of his past. But just as he resigns himself to a life of normality , an extraordinary phenomenon occurs—floating words materialize before him, offering a chance to rewrite his destiny. With no clear destination, no dreams to chase, and no desires to guide him, Vein is thrust into a journey of self-discovery. Can a man stripped of purpose find meaning again? Can he reclaim what he lost and carve out a new path in a world that once deemed him insignificant? The words beckon, and Vein must decide: will he seize this chance to redefine his fate, or will he remain a forgotten extra in someone else's story?

The Illuminati controlled the surface world, but were destroyed by the overuse of Light magic during the Eclipse War a hundred years ago. The beast spirit tribe took advantage of this opportunity to rise up and establish a vast underground kingdom.

Sienna Valeria Storm thought her only crime was surviving. As the last Ruby Wolf, she has been hunted, accused of murdering an Alpha, and forced into hiding. But when she stumbles into the path of Kieran Draven Wolfe, the most feared Alpha of the Shadowfang Pack, her fate is sealed. He offers her a choice—stand trial and face execution or become his mate to break his deadly curse. But Kieran isn’t the only one drawn to her. Ronan Voss, an assassin from her forgotten past, has been ordered to kill her, yet his heart refuses. Caius Blackthorne, a vampire prince, offers her power in exchange for her loyalty. As the Celestial Trials force her to choose a mate, dark forces rise, and secrets long buried begin to surface. Because the Midnight Syndicate doesn’t just want her dead—they want her power. And the truth? If she bonds with the wrong mate, she could doom them all. She was born a legend. She will die a queen—or a monster.

(!! DISCONTINUED DUE TO POOR HEALTH ISSUES !!) Miko is a 16 year old student. She is the role model of a student, she is loved, she gets good grades, and she's a good girl. But underneath that good girl act is a twisted girl. A menace to society if her true intentions came out. And out of all things to get reincarnated in, it's the stereotypical otome heroine, hah... heroine. Boring. What the hell is she supposed to do now? Well, go after her favorites! The villainesses of the story! The taming of the villainess begins.