Terros Captive Core

In the chaos-spread world of Atheria, peace lies in the haven of Aphanes. Silas, a young, curious boy, finds himself driven to seek the unrecognized threats. An undominated willpower pushes him to move forward. Tag along on the journey of Silas as he unravels the mysteries that bind humankind.

[Warning: Mature Content R18+] The taste of forbidden love is the sweetest agony!! They were fucking right. I, Frery Kane was whipped and captivated by a Lycan Shifter from the Bay Shifter pack in Paradise Bay. Drawn to him like a moth to a flame, an irresistible pull I couldn’t deny. Alpha Tor Gale, a Lycan Shifter of unparalleled strength, only of his kind, his blood as intoxicating as ambrosia, his presence a temptation, I couldn’t escape. He made me crave more than I should or was allowed. In Paradise Bay, Vampires and Shifters are bound by ancient laws, their rivalry etched into the marrow of our existence. To meet him was to defy centuries of hatred; to love him was to risk everything. Each secret meeting was a dance with death, a betrayal of the Paradise Vampire Coven, and a rebellion against the laws that chained us. But Tor was my forbidden desire, my beautiful torment, and my greatest weakness. I knew the cost of this love, a love that could ignite war and destroy us both. But how could I resist the one thing that made my immortal heart beat once more? Excerpt from Alpha Tor's POV: “So you’ve been following me,” Tor’s deep growl echoed in the icy cavern. His golden eyes caught the flicker of torchlight. His breath misted in the freezing air, curling like smoke between them. “What gave me away?” I responded my voice as low, deep, and steady. Tor laughed a deep rumble that shook the cavern walls. “You reek of desperation. Do you think I didn’t notice your scent clinging to the trees? Are your footprints melting the frost? What is it, vampire? What do you want from me?” My jaw clenched and my gaze didn’t waver. “Your blood,” I taunted as my voice was laced with coldness to see if he could be threatened by my words. “Your kind is... intoxicating. Forbidden. I can’t stop myself.” I expected him to cover but he stepped forward and responded “If it’s my blood you want,” he murmured, his voice low and teasing, “then come closer and take what you need” The words struck me like lightning, and a fiery heat surged through my veins. My beast clawed at my control, drawn to him in a way that defied logic. His gaze held mine, and for the first time in my life, I didn’t know whether to run or to stay. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ In the end, they called me a betrayer. A traitor to the Paradise Vampire Coven. But how could I hold back when I had tasted something far sweeter than immortality? Alpha Tor was my forbidden fruit, the Lycan Shifter Alpha who defied everything I was taught to hate. But when I surged forward, ready to face anyone who dared stand between us, fate revealed the old prophecy hidden in Hanka Island. Alpha Tor wasn’t just my lover, he was my lifetime mate, our bond blessed by the ancient magic of Hanka Island itself. And our love was not meant to follow the rules, it was meant to break them.

Due to his own carelessness, Duanmu Huai finds himself transported into the world of the game "Star Ocean Online." Starting from a humble core capsule, Duanmu Huai ventures across the starry sea to countless worlds. He awakens powers that have long been dormant, confronts threats lurking in the depths of the universe, and sets his sights on dominating the galaxy!

Warriors train their bodies. Scholars fill their minds. Every cultivator must have both and the talent to harness qi. But when the youngest princess of the murim lord was born, her golden core had to be sealed immediately because her talent for harvesting qi was too strong. Follow her as she regains her talent as the weakest murim princess.

"Taigong has cast his line for millennia, fishing for the essence of countless souls. Yet she needed but a single glance to capture my heart completely." Heaven and Earth are sundered, the mortal and immortal realms divided. Once every thousand years, Taigong casts down his "Celestial Thread." Cultivators eagerly pursue this thread descending from the heavens, believing it to be the path to ascension, unaware they're stepping into a deadly trap. Sixteen-year-old Wei Lingwei enters Tianyan Sect after her father's passing, where she meets her snow-white-robed, exquisitely beautiful senior sister Mo Qing. In this world where emotions and desires form the foundation of cultivation, Lingwei gradually discovers that whenever those deep, unfathomable eyes look her way, ripples spread through her heart, never to be calmed again. Yet the threads of fate have long been intertwined. As the third Celestial Thread prepares to descend and both realms face imminent upheaval, Lingwei must confront her growing feelings amid bewildering truths. On this deceptive and treacherous path of immortal cultivation, only the pure and fervent emotion between them can illuminate the way toward truth. Taigong fishes for countless lives, while she fishes for just one heart. Seven emotions to cultivate, six desires to master—defy heaven's decree, only love endures eternally.

In a universe where humanity is surrounded on all sides by xenos, rift creatures, abominations, and even other humans do they truly stand a chance? is there truly a hope that wont be snuffed out by an eldritch abomination?

At the age of sixteen, each member of every shard—scattered across each specie—gets a core awakening that determines where they would belong. Karl doesn’t get an awakening, but he stays on the shifter shards, pretending to be a shifter for years until he turns twenty. At twenty, he gets a core awakening, but… there is an abnormality: he shows signs of more than six species, breaking the balance of the world he is in. People like him are rare and dangerous, and soon, he is discovered, turning him into a fugitive in all worlds. None of the shards can claim him, seeing that he had the ability of everyone. These unstable abilities leave him drained, and now he must fight magic and tech to survive while navigating each world, meeting people, sating his desires… and killing.

In a world shaped by gods, destiny, and prophecy, everything follows a predetermined cycle. The Five Goddesses rule the heavens, having sealed away their sole brother, Kaelis, the God of Unity, long ago—twisting his name into the God of Chaos to erase his true purpose. With his fall, the Hero’s Party defeated the Demon Lord, and non-human races perished one by one, leaving only humans to rule the world. Before Kaelis was sealed, however, eight monoliths descended, warning that once every odd century, a Destined One would be born—either a harbinger of chaos or tranquility. This prophecy became an unshakable truth, with the world rising and falling in accordance with these chosen individuals. Yet, centuries later, long after the last Destined One passed, the world faced a new calamity. The ley lines of mana, the lifeblood of magic, began to wither. The Church of the Five declared it divine will, while scholars and mages sought a solution. One woman—a brilliant but infamous sorceress—discovered the cause and took it upon herself to restore the mana flow. She succeeded—but her actions tore open a rift between dimensions, unleashing monsters not born of this world. Though the breach was eventually sealed, the damage was irreversible. The world changed forever, and she vanished into legend—reviled by some, revered by others. Now, in the present era, the world exists in tenuous balance. Monsters roam the land, kings rule their fractured domains, and the Church maintains its iron grip. No new Destined One has emerged. The world expects another cycle to begin. Then, he is born. A child without prophecy, without divine origin, without fate. A soul not from this world. Unlike the Destined Ones of legend, his birth was never foreseen by the gods—an impossibility that throws the celestial order into chaos and confusion. For the first time, something has entered this world without the hand of the divine guiding it. He is not a hero. He is not the chosen one. He is an anomaly. And in a world where destiny dictates all, a man with no fate may be the most dangerous force of all.

Amber Jones' life is turned upside down when she's forced to serve the ruthless mafia lord Nicholas Gonzalez. Her boyfriend's debt has put her in danger, and now she's at Nicholas' mercy. As Amber navigates her new reality, she finds herself drawn to Nicholas' dark charm. But she can't forget her desire for revenge - and her growing feelings for the man who's holding her captive. When Amber discovers she's pregnant with Nicholas' child, the stakes are raised. Will she escape the mafia's clutches, or will she become Nicholas' forever? A dark romance of loyalty, deception, and forbidden love.

AN 18+ ALPHA MAFIA SERIES BOOK 1# CAPTIVE MATE BOOK 2# RUNAWAY MATE BOOK 3# DANGEROUS MATE -+- Caspian is the heir to Moonstone Pack but when his parents die, he’s cheated out of his birthright and treated like a prisoner. He decides to leave, running off to Haines City to start a new life. His plans are instantly cut short when he's kidnapped and auctioned off, and he is bought by none other than one of the Mafia Kings running the city, Asher Knight. -+- Asher shrugged his coat off, the heavy outfit falling to the ground with an audible thud. Caspian watched this happen in apprehension, Mafia King Asher had looked huge with the coat on, and with the coat off, there wasn’t much of a difference. “Come here,” He ordered calmly, the earrings in his ears visible with his dark red hair slicked back. Caspian shook his head again, he had no intention of speaking, ever. Because that would only give away his gender. “I don’t like to repeat myself, Omega.” His voice darkened. Caspian’s heart thudded painfully in his chest in fear, he really didn’t want to get anywhere near the Alpha. He eyed the window longingly before forcing himself to take a step forward, then another, and another… +- THIS IS AN 18+ MAFIA STORY SO IT WILL INCLUDE VIOLENT AND MATURE THEMES, READ WITH CAUTION.

A young boy awakens in the ashes of a destroyed village, marked by a mysterious glowing rune on his abdomen. He has no memory of how he survived a ritual sacrifice gone wrong, only haunting flashes of hooded figures and searing pain. Forced to flee through fields of ash and ruin, he soon realizes his body is now younger, weaker, and marred by unearthly power.

In a world where every living being wields a mysterious source of power called the Ring Core, Lucian Solryn, a young noble, embarks on a journey that transcends fate. Reborn from a modern world into the majestic realm of Astrenveil, Lucian quickly learns that the Ring Core is more than just an ethereal energy—it is the foundation of magic, strength, and survival. As he begins to uncover the secrets of his new existence, Lucian finds himself thrust into a society teeming with elemental magic, political intrigue, and ancient mysteries. The colors of the Ring Core define one’s strength, but a prophecy whispers of a power beyond even the rarest hues—a destiny that ties Lucian to an ancient dragon, a forgotten legacy, and a fate that could reshape the world. Journey through thriving cities, uncharted forests, and castles suspended between heaven and earth as Lucian trains to awaken his dormant powers. Along the way, he will face trials of courage, friendships forged in fire, and an unexpected romance that could alter his path forever. With each step, Lucian edges closer to the truth: the Ring Core is not just a source of power—it is a link to something far greater. But in a world where strength rules, will Lucian rise to the challenge, or will the weight of destiny crush him before he can fulfill his potential? The Chronicles of Astrenveil is a tale of reincarnation, magic, and the unyielding will to break free from limits and embrace a destiny beyond imagination.

Omegas are maltreated by the society. A taboo to the elite world. So when Zara, a born-and-raised Omega discovers she is the Alpha King's mate she hides it from anyone to protect her dignity. What happened when the Alpha King held her captive? **** "Mine." His voice resonated in the silent night. Deep, raspy, and authoritative. He was more sexier than the maids or the magazine described him as. But she didn't need to think of how handsome he was or how his muscles were restrained in the tight shirt he wore. She was supposed to run for her life, yet she stayed glued in place admiring the Greek God. She was his, there was no denying it now.

A man down on his luck, on his way to buy some groceries was struck in the head by a delinquent, killing him, and luckily, he reincarnated into a world of cultivation! What will Jason do now that he has the Mana Core System, allowing him to use magic by using Mana as a resource. and how will his cultivation path differ from the rest? Find out as you read further in this awesome adventure of Jason Marigold!

Sophia's life was never hers to control. Born the daughter of a powerful mafia boss, she became a pawn in a game she didn’t agree to play. To solidify alliances, her father sealed her fate—marrying her off to not one, but three ruthless mafia leaders. Each man more dangerous than the last. For them, Sophia is a trophy—a prisoner they blame for their shattered lives and broken hearts. Her new husbands had to sacrifice everything, their former loves abandoned for power, leaving nothing but resentment and cruelty behind. Now, their shared home is a battleground, soaked in tension, hatred, and secrets. But Sophia isn’t just a pawn. She’s a spark ready to ignite. Beneath the scars, she harbors a silent rage—a plan to break free, to turn the tables on the men who claim to own her. Yet even amidst their toxic obsession and possessive cruelty, the lines between love, lust, and loathing blur. How far will Sophia go to reclaim her life? How long before her captors realize the woman they imprisoned is becoming their queen? In a world of blood, betrayal, and desire, who will be left standing when the game is over? Reverse Harem with a Dark Twist: One woman married to three mafia leaders, exploring toxic relationships and intense power struggles. Strong, Resilient Female Lead: Sophia evolves from victim to queen, reclaiming her power. High-Stakes Mafia World: Themes of revenge, betrayal, and survival drive the story’s tension. Blurred Morality: A provocative blend of obsession, hate, and forbidden desire that challenges traditional romance dynamics.

In Neo-Pandora, 2247 time is a fragile commodity. The invention of the Temporal Engine granted humanity glimpses into the past and future—but at a catastrophic cost. Reality itself has begun to unravel, splintering into fractured timelines that bleed into the present. Amidst the neon-lit chaos of this dystopian metropolis, Detective Elias Voss, a disgraced chrono-physicist turned private investigator, survives by solving cases tied to temporal anomalies. Haunted by a failed experiment that scarred him with the ability to see time’s fractures, Elias walks the razor’s edge between the past’s ghosts and the future’s shadows.  When Dr. Lila Kane, a desperate Temporal Institute scientist, begs for his help, Elias is thrust into a conspiracy that threatens to erase Neo-Pandora from existence. A rogue experiment has unleashed a time rift fueled by the Fractured Hourglass, a mythical artifact rumored to hold dominion over time itself. As Elias and Lila race to stop the rift, they uncover a chilling truth: the Hourglass is merely a fragment of the Chrono Core, an ancient power capable of rewriting history—or erasing it entirely.  But the Core’s secrets are guarded by shadowy forces. From the neon-drenched underworld to the Institute’s ivory towers, Elias confronts rogue time travelers, paradox-born monsters, and his own fractured memories. Every step closer to the Chrono Core warps reality further, forcing Elias to question what—or who—is truly real. As the rift consumes the city, he must decide whether to repair time… or shatter it to save humanity Will Elias Voss outrun the ghosts of his past, or will time itself become his greatest enemy?  The Chrono Detective is a high-stakes journey through a collapsing world where every second counts—and every choice could doom reality itself. 

"Prince Theodore you are now exiled from the Empire for molesting your brothers fiance!" "Destroy his mana core!" Theo got accused for a crime he didn't do. All of this was a part of plan by his brother and the nobles to get rid of him. They didn't want a slaves child to become the Emperor. "Was that all necessary ? I have never wanted to become the Emperor. Or there is more to their scheme? Follow Prince Theodore's journey where he makes his own way out with a destroyed mana core to fight the Empire, and uncovers truth about his mother's mysterious death.

The bard Pino King unexpectedly obtained a Lord Core. He had intended to be a benevolent ruler, but the demands of the Lord Core were unyielding: he had to exploit his subjects in order to level up. Well, there was no helping it—lazy fools, rise and get to work!

On a certain day, scientists from all over the world made a remarkable discovery that sent shockwaves throughout the entire world. It all began when scientists stumbled upon a mysterious energy source, hidden in the universe for centuries. This energy was studied by scientists and they were able to bring samples back to Earth by collecting this energy. The scientists studied this mysterious energy to figure out it’s origin. Everything was going well until the scientists were not able to contain this energy anymore. With the scientist unable to contain the energy any longer, the energy was exposed to humans and started to spread all over the world. This energy once exposed to humans, triggered a profound awakening within them. Magic Cores, enigmatic artifacts emerged as a result. These magic cores, harnessed by the power of cutting-edge technology, became the focal point of fascination. They were found to contain incredible attributes, granting those who possessed thrm extraordinary abilities. From enhanced strength to heightened senses, the cores unlocked a world of untapped potential. As news of the cores spread, people from all over the world found themselves in possession of these magic cores. It became apparent that humans were not limited to just one magic core; they were able to awaken multiple magic cores, each representing a different attribute and skills. This newfound power reshaped the world as individuals discovered their unique abilities and sought to understand the true nature of these magic cores. The humans who were able to control this power became known as Soulforgers, and the power of these magic cores is called Soulforge. Amidst all the excitement and wonder, a mystery still remained. Where did this power come from. What is the mysterious energy that is contained in these magic cores? Scientists and Soulforgers still continue to learn more about this power. With this new discovery, the world suddenly changed.

welcome to a new world, far in the distant future. After humanity abandoned Earth, they sought refuge on the planet Raptor, countless times bigger than earth, constructing protective domes to survive its harsh environment. In an effort to adapt, genetic experiments were conducted using Raptor's creatures , but they ended in failure, causing sickness and death. The idea of enhancement was abandoned, and for centuries, humans lived within the safety of the domes. Generations later, descendants of these failed experiments began showing enhanced health and physical traits, with some even born with powerful Cores same as the Raptor's creatures , giving them abilities. Orin, an 18-year-old boy, feels out of place, he has no core or heart, unlike most humans who have hearts or born with powerful cores. at the age of eight, Orin was abandoned by his biological parents and adopted by a man desperate to have a son. Though his father is caring, Orin struggles with feelings of inadequacy and dreams of becoming a monster hunter despite lacking the abilities required, he strives to become one of high level Hunters, and fight creatures outside.

Marisol never imagined she was anything more than an ordinary, broken girl—until her life fell apart. A family that neglected her, the destruction of her beloved stuffed doll, and a spiraling series of tragedies reveal a darker truth: she is a dark seed, an unwitting fragment of a malevolent force known as the Core. Destined to bring chaos and destruction, she is caught between the pull of her own darkness and the world’s desperate attempts to erase her existence. When Eri, a Gothic Lolita demon born from the Core’s influence, emerges from the shadows to protect her, Marisol embarks on a harrowing journey of survival. Hunted by cultists who worship the Core, pursued by a determined scientist seeking to harness her powers for salvation, and haunted by her growing connection to a cosmic battle between light and dark, Marisol must uncover the truth of her existence. Guided by Aiden, a detective whose unwavering belief in her challenges her darkest instincts, Marisol resists the whispers of the Core. But every step closer to freedom pulls her deeper into the eternal conflict between Sylva, the guardian of the Tree of Life, and the Core’s remnants. As the lines between hero and villain blur, Marisol faces an impossible choice: to surrender to the Core’s influence or carve her own path at a devastating cost.

Bound and broken, Grimm awakens in a subterranean prison, the captive of a ruthless vampire queen. Her obsession: to resurrect a demon king whose return promises eternal night. Can Grimm break free from her clutches and thwart her dark ritual, or will the world succumb to an age of unending shadow?

In a world between a world. Called the Phantom Dimension. Aiden Cross wanted an escape from his dull, repetitive life. But when a freak accident pulls him into the Phantom Dimension. As Aiden discovers he’s more connected to this strange dimension than he ever thought possible, he faces questions that could reshape his destiny. What is the truth behind his link to the Phantom Dimension? Can mastering the world's power given to him, will it help with what he's always craved or will it trap him in a nightmare far worse than the life he left behind?

The narrative follows the life of Arush, a weak and overweight boy who endures a relentless cycle of bullying and sorrow, struggling to find even a semblance of normalcy in his daily life. His fate takes an unexpected turn when he becomes entangled in a couple's conflict, leading to his reincarnation into a game-like world. In this new reality, he must navigate survival while concealing his identity as a 'Player.' Despite leaving his old life behind, Arush finds that grief and hardship continue to shadow him. Join Arush on his journey as he faces unprecedented challenges, driven by a singular desire: "Will I ever have a normal life?"

This is the story of how Evan Tharann rose to become the number one mage across all realms, commanding armies and defying all who opposed him. In a world where magical cores define a mage’s destiny—granting unique abilities and evolving through alignment with their bearer—Evan struggles with the enigmatic Origin Rune Core, a power unlike any other. While others follow clear trajectories, Evan must forge his own path, relying on intelligence, strategy, and an unyielding drive to master his core's untapped potential. With slow progression, a focus on power-building, alliances forged under pressure, and intricate magical systems, this high-magic tale chronicles Evan’s relentless journey from obscurity to ultimate domination.

WSA 2025 Marco was a mad scientist who had sacrificed his entire life to prove that elements existed beyond 118. He was on the verge of discovering it when a strange distortion pulled him into a world of periodic elements. In this world, people would awaken a Resonant Core, a structure similar to the periodic table inside their hearts, allowing them to attune to any of the eighteen groups and obtain powers from the elements within those groups. Marco never expected to have a nineteenth group slot in his Resonant Core. And oddly, this nineteenth slot was already filled… I posted this book on Royal Road

In the vampire-ruled empire of Nocturne, 19-year-old Cecilia Lockwood is chosen as a Bloodbound – a human sacrifice to the cruel and captivating Crown Prince, Cassiel Von Nocturne. Bound by a blood oath she never wanted, Cecilia is meant to be nothing more than a source of sustenance, a vessel for his power. But her blood is different, intoxicating, and it awakens something dark and possessive within him. Trapped in a world of gothic castles, bloody rituals, and forbidden desires, Cecilia vows to resist, to escape. But the line between hatred and a dangerous attraction blurs, threatening to consume them both. Her blood holds the key to an ancient curse, her choices, the fate of an empire, and escape might be the most dangerous choice of all.