The Duke'S Redemption

Lang Huan, a beautiful young woman, descendant of the prestigious Lang Clan in the modern world, is swept away by fate into another dimension—one where time and reality are entirely different. The long-dormant power within her awakens, transforming her into a formidable Wolf Warrior. Amidst the chaos of this unfamiliar world, she crosses paths with the cunning yet captivating The Eldest Princess Zhao Yi. What starts as a dangerous game of deception soon entangles Lang Huan in an inescapable trap—one that leads her not only to danger but also to an unexpected love. On a night when the moon shone brightly, the princess let her hair fall like a waterfall and wore a transparent gauze dress. She threw herself at Lang Huan. Lang Huan’s heart nearly jumped out of her chest—she almost had a heart attack. Lang Huan : “What are you doing?” Feng Yao : “Hug me… I am cold” Lang Huan : “……” Feng Yao : “Kiss me…” Lang Huan : ”Are you crazy? I am a woman…” Feng Yao : “No problem…I like woman” Lang Huan : “…….” #Yuri #comedyromance #palaceintrique #romance

In a world of darkness and peril, Kaelen Draven, an Alpha werewolf stripped of his glory, lives in isolation under a curse that stole his power. When photographer Ariana Solace wanders into his village, his life changes. Fleeing her own traumatic past, Ariana finds herself captivated by this secretive, enigmatic man. But their bond is tested when Kaelen’s old foe, Lucian Thorn, emerges with a cruel plan involving Ariana. Amid battles against curses, betrayal, and danger, Kaelen and Ariana must find strength in their love to survive. How far will they go to protect true love? Lunar Redemption is a tale of transformation, sacrifice, and a love that triumphs over darkness

D*mn this world isn't my world but am I the son of a duke of the kingdom it sounds good. Or bad. Join me on my journey to find out how it ends

# REBIRTH #SLICEOFLIVE #FEMALEPROTAGONIS #ROMSUBPLOT Melihat tubuh ibunya bersimbah darah,Serena tak kuasa menahan tangisnya. meskipun hubungan mereka menjauh tapi bagi Serena,ibunya adalah orang paling dekat dan berharga untuknya "andaikan diberikan kesempatan kedua,ku berharap kamu bisa bahagia dengan orang yang kamu sayangi Mom!" Tanpa Serena sadari ,doa yang diucapkannya menjadi kenyataan. Serena kembali ke masa saat dia kuliah,saat ibunya masih hidup. Dan Serena bertekad untuk membuat hidup ibunya bahagia kali ini.

This is a journey to gain wealth and power and all those things. Join our hero as he uses his knowledge and memories of the future to get it. ........ All events, characters and names in this novel are fictional, and any resemblance to reality is the result of the reader's imagination.

[This is the reboot of Qaya: the tale of the singular duo] In a kingdom ruled by ruthless power and shrouded in secrets, Qaya finds herself entangled in the web of King Awin’s dark ambitions. As a skilled operative coerced into destroying innocent lives, she’s promised freedom in exchange for a final act of betrayal. But just when she begins to hope for her release, fate deals a fatal blow. Awakening in the body of Mahalia Heris—a noblewoman from a family once loyal to the very king she despises—Qaya is granted a second chance. As she navigates this unfamiliar world, haunted by the past and surrounded by those who believe she is someone else, she realizes the power of her new position. With her knowledge of Awin’s treachery and the resources of the Heris family, Qaya seizes this unexpected opportunity to right her wrongs, seek redemption, and ultimately bring down the man who once held her captive. But can she balance the pursuit of vengeance with the weight of her new identity? Or will the shadows of her past consume her once more?

Kaen Blaze, the strongest warrior in history, found himself at the forefront of Demon invasion. However, despite his devotion and strength, he was betrayed by his own people for peace! Regressed to his 15-year self, he found himself in the past with a second chance, however, with a price to pay. Now, with his previous life's experience, he'd strive for strength to not let the future repeat itself, destroy the people who betrayed him, conquer all the empires, build a unified nation that can resist the demon invasion this time. With his secret organization, Sovereignty and his powerful subordinates, he'd grow and conquer everything in this life!

18 and naive, Belle Hart thought marriage would end her misery, only to realize it had just begun! What started as a promising love turned out to be a facade, would Belle choose between a second chance or leave? She met her mate, the Duke, who she proposed to when she came of age. A month in, things took a turn. The Duke leaves for war before she could inform him about her pregnancy, only for him to return with a mysterious woman whom he claimed to be his new wife! The audacity! Trouble ensued and Belle suffered a miscarriage as a result. … “What did you just say?” He asked, his gaze darkening. “You heard me well, I seek a divorce. I wish for us to go our separate ways,” she replied, her voice steady as she met his gaze with confidence, though inwardly she was shaken by his presence. “You are my mate, Belle, and I am yours. Divorce is the most foolish notion you could entertain. Do you believe any man would take a worthless creature like you as his wife?” He scoffed, his words biting, causing her heart to ache. … The Duke's refusal pushed Belle into the arms of the king. All she had to do was bear him an heir and he would help her get her revenge! "I want you to marry me, Your Majesty, and aid me in seeking my revenge against the Duke and those who have wronged me. In exchange, I shall bear you an heir before you help me," she said, her voice steady and full of purpose. What will the choice be?

--[WSA 2025 Entry]-- Betrayed by his sister. Betrayed by chosen one's humanity. Betrayed by the Gods. That was how the life of Leonard, the Defier of Fate and the world’s greatest heretic, came to an end. When demons invaded human lands, he received a revelation from the Goddess. She commanded him to act as a spy, to infiltrate the enemy ranks and expose their secrets for humanity’s sake. To fulfill this mission, he had to sacrifice a part of his soul. He accepted a demonic contract, surrendered his soul, and became a demonic human. Risking everything, he provided critical information to the humans and helped them turn the tide of battle. But then, he had a shocking discovery. The war was nothing but a gambit between various gods and before he could act, the war was stopped out of nowhere. In an unexpected turn, humans and demons put aside their hatred and signed a peace treaty. Before Leonard could make sense of it, he was betrayed. Both demons and humans joined hands to kill him. "Fuck! If there is a next life, I swear I will tear you gods apart!" With this scream, he thought his suffering was finally over. But… When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in the body of Kael Veydrin, the son of the Grand Duke of the Heizen Empire. But this new life was no different from the last. His sister wanted to get rid of him. Born with clogged vessels and no talent, he was nothing but a disappointment. A subject of fun and ridicule among the fellow nobles. Despite rebirth, nothing seems to change. The cursed fate. The distorted history smearing his name. A world that was against him. Leonard, now assuming the identity of Kael, let out a low chuckle. "Don’t worry, Kael. I will have revenge for both of us." "They called me heretic right? I will show them how a true fucking heretic acts.” Follow Kael's journey, as he fights against the fates and injustices to drag the ones ruling above.

William was but an ordinary man—until fate saw fit to thrust him fifteen years into the past. Yet, this was no mere journey through time; he awoke not in his own flesh, but in that of the third son of Duke Herne, the most formidable noble in the realm. Now, amidst the glittering halls of power, where smiles conceal daggers and honour is but a well-spoken lie, William must navigate a world where commoners are naught but dust beneath the boots of the aristocracy. In this treacherous game of deception and ambition, he must learn quickly—for in the world of the nobility, ignorance is a death sentence ---------------------------- Hear ye, my loyal readers… From this day onward, updates shall be limited to three chapters per day—no more! Alas, my quill grows weary, and my stockpile of chapters runs thin. The weight of silence presses upon this tale, and my passion falters… I ask but a simple boon—Golden Tickets and a flood of reviews! Shall this humble plea go unanswered?.

#Sweetnormal kids #Sweet fast-paced novel with little misunderstandings. Her life was lost to a man she thought would love and free her from all the miseries she went through. She was a groomed assassin from a young age and a total orphan without a family; after loving and completing missions for this man, she loses her life to the same man who takes her life away, depriving her of any chance to be alive! But miraculously, her soul gets transmigrated to another girl of the same world as her. But this time, she gets a perfect man as her husband. She gets to be a mother of three beautiful babies who were triplets! Author: What do you think about this life? It's a second chance, Tang Fei... Tang Fei; "It's my first time being a mom, but I will learn. After all, I was infertile in my previous life, so this is a bonus!" Author; What about the man? "It's okay, I can learn how to be a good wife; after all, it's my first time to be married and be a wife; nothing is difficult, so long as he loves and pampers me! And probably cry below his arms, who knows!" Author; What about my past life? "Of course, that man has to call me Sixth Auntie, and I will be an elder to him; how hilarious, right? But I still will avenge my past life, they don't deserve to live a good life through my sweat!"

In his past life, Dr. Elias Valtor was a world-renowned pharmacist, a pioneer in medicine, and a man who had dedicated his life to curing the incurable. But in the blink of an eye, he dies—only to awaken in the body of a frail, sickly young noble in a dying aristocratic house. Now, he is Duke Alexander Aragon, heir to a crumbling dukedom on the brink of collapse in the small but strategically placed Kingdom of Velmoria, nestled in a vast continent ruled by warring empires, treacherous nobles, and forgotten alchemical arts. Armed with unparalleled pharmaceutical knowledge, an analytical mind, and a ruthless will to survive, Alexander refuses to let his family fade into obscurity. With no knights, no wealth, and no allies, he starts with the one thing he knows best—medicine. He introduces revolutionary healing methods, concocts powerful elixirs, and uses his knowledge of alchemy to create remedies unheard of in this medieval world. But in a land where magic and potions are monopolized by the powerful, his innovations shake the foundations of society. The royal court watches with suspicion, rival nobles plot against him, and the mysterious Mage Guild seeks to control his talents. As he cures the incurable, saves soldiers on the battlefield, and amasses influence through commerce and medicine, he realizes that healing alone won't be enough—he must play the game of politics, wield power like a scalpel, and carve out a future for House Aragon. From humble apothecary to feared noble, from the sickly boy to the master of life and death, Duke Alexander Aragon will rise. And in a world where both magic and medicine can be weapons, he will become a force that neither kings nor empires can ignore. The journey of a fallen noble, a forgotten house, and a man who wields knowledge like a sword begins now.

Lukas was just another struggling student on Earth, a chemistry major obsessed with flammable substances. But his fascination turned fatal when an experiment went wrong, engulfing him in flames and ending his life in an instant. Yet, death was not the end. Reborn in a world of swords and magic, Lukas finds himself as the sole heir of the mighty Ignis family—the legendary Children of Fire. But something is different. The flames that once consumed him have now become part of him, awakening a power unlike anything this world has seen. As he navigates noble politics, rivalries, and the looming dangers of a vast and mysterious world, one question remains: Will he rise as a beacon of power, or will his flames reduce everything—including himself—to ashes?

Reincarnated in a cliché novel as the daughter of a hated villainess—why? Just because when her husband, the Count, betrayed her with a maid, she couldn't endure it and began tormenting the maid. In the end, while begging for even a shred of the Count's attention, she passed away. Her daughter was sent to an orphanage and lost her noble title. After spending three years in the orphanage, the empire's only and most powerful Duke decided to adopt a child—and by chance, he chose her. The villainess's daughter accepted the Duke's offer in pursuit of revenge and prepared for her new life.

Raised under the protection of love, Yosan, a brilliant former king, failed to save his kingdom from destruction. A tragic defeat on the battlefield leaves him deeply traumatized and disoriented. When fate brings him together with Reina, the cold and powerful queen, his life changes drastically. Reina "buys" Yosan on one condition: he must become her personal servant. The initially cold relationship slowly turns into love. They build a small family by adopting an orphan. Reina offers a deal to train Yosan for her throne on the condition that he continues to serve her. Under her guidance, Yosan develops into a powerful and respected figure. However, political intrigue and emotional battles overshadow their journey. When Yosan finally seized his throne, a harsh reality hit him: Reina, who is pregnant with his child, is mortally wounded while protecting him on the battlefield. In desperation, Yosan must choose between his throne or the woman who has changed his life.

After Alpha Walden and his wife were killed in a brutal attack, Brielle Fox (Foxy), the fallen Alpha's daughter's world is torn apart. She is taken by her father's closest friend, who promised her safety. But at a price. Foxy is bound by honor to marry his son. Aric Barlowe. However, the union shatters her when the man, who she believed was his mate all these years cruelly rejects her when she fails to shift into her wolf. She's been cast aside and abandoned, deeming her unworthy which left her to question her place in a world that sees her as nothing more than a burden. Devastated, Foxy chose to leave her father's pack, she was ready to lead a normal life. But fate has other plans for her. Her fate changes after she met the enigmatic and powerful lycan King, Marcus who is dark and commanding. Marcus recognizes her as his true mate, the one who is destined to stand by his side and rule his kingdom and a king who promised to protect her at all cost. But their bond is not without peril. Enemies lurk in the shadows, determined to tear them apart. In a world of shifting loyalties, ancient bloodlines and fierce desire, Foxy must confront the darkness within herself and unlock the true power of her wolf before it's too late. But what if one day she will find out that there lies a great power within her? A power that is just waiting to be awakened? Will she embrace her destiny, or she will choose to stay in the safety that only king Marcus could give. And what if one day, a mission to protect their world against the enemies will be placed on her shoulders, a mission that will uncover the truth behind her parents death? Will she accept it, when it will solely mean that it can put her own life in great danger?

Sybil Auclair, daughter of the Alpha of Willow pack, disappeared 3 years ago and returned with no memories of her missing years. Her father, the Alpha, secured her engagement with Ryan, a soon to be Alpha of a different pack who also happened to be the her first mate who rejected her after discovering she was a crippled wolf. On her wedding day, everyone is shocked to learn that Sybil was already claimed! She had been marked by another wolf! Horrified and in shock, Alpha Alaric, an Alpha called the dark one, an Alpha who had only been heard of in myths and legends thousands years ago, crashed the wedding. He claims Sybil is his mate and is here to take her to his home pack where she belongs. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “If you claim that she is truly your mate, then tell us where her mark is." Someone asked him.  He made eye contact with me and my heart skipped.  "Easy." He said. "On her left thigh…" Oh Goddess! It can't be! My face went red as it dawned on me. I knew what he was talking about. "In between her legs.” He said.

I, Marius Devin, hereby reject and divorce you, Annika Lativia, as my mate." His voice is like a knife stabbing through her chest and cutting her heart into small pieces. He looks at her with a face that shows no emotion at all. At that moment, the princess knows that he is determined to cut her out of his life. "I, Annika Lativia, accept your rejection wholeheartedly. I hope you will be happy now, Alpha Prince." -/-/-/- Annika Lativia is a poor princess born without receiving love and affection from others. She was abused, maltreated, and threatened all her life. But because of a huge incident with her stepbrother, Annika was forced to flee away from her kingdom. When she thought her life would finally come to an end, an Alpha saved her and pulled her out of the abyss. He is Prince Marius Devin, the Alpha Prince of their enemy kingdom and her mate. Seeing her situation, the Alpha offered the princess a deal—He would marry her in exchange for a child. During the three years of their marriage, not only did Annika find herself loving her mate. She also succeeded in conceiving their child. But before the princess can share the news, Prince Marius divorces her and even ends their fated connection. Hurt and lost, Annika disappeared from their lives and promised not to come back. Seven years later, Annika has to go back to her kingdom due to some unavoidable circumstances. The moment it happens, Annika already knows she will need to face the people who broke her heart in the past including her former mate.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

Evie Winters was not the prettiest girl in a room but she was not ugly either. With her dark hair and chocolate brown eyes, she was passably attractive and her position as an omega in a huge pack made her nearly invisible. Despite her lowly position, she was a fierce soul and did not hesitate to fight for what she stood for but, her life took drastic turn when she could no longer be the invisible girl that she had always been. After a first love that had left her heartbroken and a crappy first mate that had taken advantage of her position, Evie had sworn off love, choosing to focus on raising her child but fate seemed to have other plans in store. An enigmatic and powerful werewolf took interest in her and even though she had made it quite clear that she did not want another mate, the mysterious stranger had let her know that he was not letting her go…

The next day I woke up, I am now the fiancé of the Duke of Dubois Castle, or known as Lemon. “I am a demon who lives by desire and greed, you have yielded with the contract that you have exchanged with your life?” “Then what do you want?” “I want the whole of you Veta Le Blanchet, not just your blood, heart and soul, it is the whole of you.” Theroux Claude, the third prince of the kingdom. “Lady Le Blanchet, just how can you stand still this demon duke? If you ever get tired of him, you are always welcome to my palace.” Another troublesome man, my childhood friend when I was at the academy, Durand Gagnon. “I have attained this nickname not just because I follow all his Majesty’s order, but because I want to have a stronghold in the knight position so that I can support you my Lady, remember that my oath is only for you.” Then, what is my cousin thinking that he would say such things? “Sister, I have finally inherited the title of the Baron, please come back to our fief, and I will make sure to bring back the glory of our family!” As I try to relinquish the past, the more troublesome it becomes. Is clinging to the tiny bit of my life a wrong choice? And why is the temple spying on me? “Lady Le Blanchet is the only descendant of the family, you shouldn’t involve yourself farther with the Demon Duke.” “It’s done my Lady, as long as it is you, I can give everything, even if I destroy this Kingdom.” Hold on, just what on earth this demon wants from me?

Fate had never been kind to Anastasia and Bastian. After defying the celestial council, breaking heaven’s laws, and bringing a forbidden child into the world, they were granted only one mercy—the right to live together in the Celestial Realm. It was a compromise, a judgment meant to appease both heaven and hell. But destiny had other plans. The night before their ascension on earth, the Goodwin Family estate was attacked. Demons, warlocks, and creatures from the deepest pits of the underworld tore through their home, forcing Bastian and Anastasia to flee to heaven before they were ready. The world they left behind burned, and what should have been their salvation turned into something far worse. Their child, a being of light and shadow, was the catalyst for a war unlike any before. Heaven wanted the child either destroyed or closely monitored. Hell wanted its power. And caught between celestial politics and ancient grudges, Anastasia and Bastian were left with an impossible choice—stay hidden or fight for their family’s right to exist. But war demands sacrifice. The battle rages across realms, costing lives, shattering alliances, and forcing the unthinkable. When the balance of power tipped dangerously in hell’s favor, an unexpected truth was revealed—Lucifer, the fallen prince himself, was imprisoned due to a mutiny, and his absence had allowed chaos to reign unchecked. A daring rescue mission into the depths of the underworld changes everything. Will Anastasia succeed in bringing this war to an end? Find out in this final chapter of Angel's Redemption. Book 3 of 3 Angel's Redemption Angel's Redemption: The Forbidden Child Angel’s Redemption: The Final Celestrial War

The world of Orbis Terra is a land filled with war and perseverance. God's and Demons fill it's rich history, as magic and adventure complete it's future. On the continent of Ronam, the Ronam Empire stood out as one of the most powerful empires in history. Founded by the First Emperor Julius, it's warrior-like culture is proud and honorable. With honor taking precedence over all. But every light has its shadow, as in the bowels of the empire's nobles, is a man named Alaric Aelius, infamous for his insatiable thirst for women, married or not, and money. However, every crime must have it's justice served, as one day, Alaric tried to bed a woman he had no business of being with, sending him plunging into the depths of the dreaded Venator Legion.

Erika, the brilliant daughter of the renowned CEO John Milne, has spent her life dedicated to her father's business empire, silently bearing the burden of being his secret child. But fate takes a cruel turn when she's compelled into an unholy matrimony with her arch-nemesis, Raphael Diox, the billionaire responsible for their company's past misfortunes. As Erika embarks on a quest for vengeance, she grapples with the unspoken love she held for Raphael, who once betrayed her by indulging in a forbidden affair with her closest confidante. In this tale of passion, betrayal, and redemption, Erika's journey unfolds with gripping twists and a heart torn between revenge and the remnants of a forbidden love.

"In a world where power is everything, Kaisel de Ravengard, the enigmatic Duke of Ravengard, hides behind a mask of nobility while orchestrating a grand scheme of deception and revenge. Born into disgrace and marked by the fall of his family, he wields forbidden magic and the deadly power of the Seven Sins to dismantle the corrupt aristocracy from within. As shadows whisper his name and enemies fall one by one, Kaisel moves ever closer to his ultimate goal—vengeance for his mother’s murder and the complete domination of the Empire."

Upon awakening, Hope Williamson found herself transmigrated into a world teeming with strangers, devoid of all familiarity she once held dear. Previously an ordinary high school student, she cherished her wonderful and beautiful family and friends. However, following a weekday when she was hanging out with her companions, she succumbed to unconsciousness after being struck by a car. The subsequent memory she retained was that of awakening as the daughter of a duke.

Ayaka died at a very young age after refusing the Grand Duke of Sollaine Kingdom orders. She’s a servant at first but later on ordered to seduce the King to obtain his people and use it against the Emperor of Westeria. But Ayaka didn’t do what she was told. Instead, she was accused of killing the King’s son and was beheaded. Before she closed her eyes, she wished for a next life full of happiness.The moment she opened her eyes again everything changed. Ayaka became the eldest daughter of the Kestramore’s Kingdom Duke, Valeraine Thornfield. However, Valeraine is engaged to the Grand Duke of Sollaine Kingdom son, the people who murdered her. She will do everything in her new life to punish them even if it means to play a game with the new Emperor of Westeria, Eryx Vincent Seraphinius.

"In exactly one year, everyone you love and will come to love will be destroyed forever. Will you be able to save them all, I wonder?" In a world where magic and fantasy is the norm, 17 year-old Daizen Shizaki is the only exception with a fractured 'Soul Realm', making it impossible for him to process and use his Affinity of Wind magic to his full output. He was rendered useless and unable to use magic by many in his village, and with his status shattered, he began to isolate himself from the outside world due to constant bullying and gossiping. However, things would soon change for him. When a terrifying turn of events befall his hometown, it is Daizen Shizaki's sole responsibility to prepare for the judgement day of slaughter, as he receives a haunting vision of the future. Will he be able to gather reinforcements and train hard in time for 'Armageddon', while attempting to defeat an evil cult that threatens his safety? "I want to become strong...so that I can protect both myself and the ones I care about without worry." With his resolve strengthened, a new life of adventure, danger, friendship, romance, hardships and bloodshed awaits....and it is up to him to redeem his past life of uselessness, and save the lives of many. Time is ticking, future hero. *** TRIGGER WARNING: Profanity, Blood, Some amounts of Gore. *** UPLOAD SCHEDULE: Twice a day. *** COVER ART UPDATES: ARC 2 COVER HAS BEEN UPDATED! New book cover art will be uploaded at the start of every new story arc. If everything goes well, there will be ten book covers in total. *** Rise of Redemption is a dark-fantasy web novel series and a Webnovel Spirity Awards 2025 Participant written by me, Tezukumo. As I am a newbie author, any kind but honest suggestions and feedback are deeply appreciated. Please look forward to Daizen Shizaki's downward spiral into madness! Thank you for your support!

After tragically falling victim to her husband's violence and betrayal, Leona finds herself inexplicably thrust back in time, granted a precious second chance to rewrite the narrative of her life. Determined to seize this opportunity and carve a path solely for herself, she resolves to steer clear of entanglements with men, vowing to prioritize her own well-being above all else. However, fate has other plans as Zane Orion unexpectedly enters her life, his presence disrupting her carefully crafted solitude. Despite her initial reluctance, Leona finds herself drawn to Zane's magnetic charm and genuine kindness. Yet, the scars of her past still haunt her, casting a shadow of doubt over the possibility of opening her heart once more. As Leona grapples with conflicting emotions and the fear of vulnerability, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, torn between the desire for love and the lingering trauma of her past. Will she ultimately find the courage to embrace love anew, or will the ghosts of her past continue to hold her captive in their grip? [Background is an Interstellar/Space opera world, so CEO urban but in space and better technology] [2 chapters everyday] [Please comment and review]