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She smiles like everything is perfect. But behind that smile... is a girl quietly breaking. Eliana Benjamin lives her life like a puppet — saying yes when she wants to scream no, obeying rules that strangle her dreams. Her parents decide everything for her: what to wear, where to go, and even how to breathe. But inside? She's not the quiet girl everyone thinks she is. With her sarcastic inner voice, rare rebellious moments with friends, and one unexpected viral video, Eliana's carefully controlled world starts to crack. And then there's Hendrix Parker — the blind date she was supposed to ruin… but accidentally knew. He remembers her. She doesn’t. Or maybe she’s just not ready to. Behind the Perfect Smile is a romantic comedy with a twist of mystery, humor, and heartache. Watch Eliana’s messy, beautiful journey as she learns to say no... and maybe even yes to love.

In the kingdom of Zhora, legends tell of the Core of Muri Khan ;a hidden relic deep in an ancient jungle, said to grant unimaginable power and awaken pure goodness in its bearer. Aren, known as the Laughing Blade, is a fearless warrior with a sharp tongue and a mysterious weapon called the Smiling Sword. As he levels up through dangerous ranks, his sword transforms, pushing him closer to becoming the Great Sword Champion. Aren’s mission becomes even more tangled when he meets Valerie, a strong yet secretive fighter. She’s desperate to save her little sister, who’s been captured by the cruel Warden of Silence. Together, Aren and Valerie face monstrous beasts, deadly traps, and rival hunters, each step pushing Aren’s skills , and their trust in each other ; to the limit. In the end, Aren must fight to get Valerie’s sister back from the Warden of Silence first, and only then continue on to retrieve the Muri Khan to save the kingdom. Their journey is more than a battle for strength; it’s a fight for hope, loyalty, and the true meaning of a hero’s heart.

Beneath Her Brightest Smile tells the story of a young woman who hides her fears and pain behind a radiant facade. When someone sees through her mask and challenges her to trust, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, grappling with love, vulnerability, and the courage to embrace her true self.

Three centuries ago, Lucien Vale made a mistake that cost him his soul. Once a charming, reckless vampire noble, Lucien broke the heart of a powerful woman who cursed him with an insatiable hunger — a punishment that left him condemned to wander the earth, feeding without satisfaction, desire burning through his veins like wildfire. His betrayal brought exile, shame, and centuries of emptiness. His only companion? His also-cursed best friend — the only one who stood by him when the vampire kingdoms cast him out. Together, they’ve survived in the shadows of the human world, hiding their identities, burying their power, and pretending to be something less than what they truly are. Lucien had made peace with his misery. That is… until Aria walked into his life. She is everything he shouldn't want. Everything he can't resist. A struggling bartender with dreams buried under reality, Aria never imagined one night, one alley, and one dangerously beautiful man would change her life forever. When Lucien saves her from an unseen threat—and then pins her to a wall with a kiss that shatters her—she's thrown into a world she never knew existed. A world of blood, power, desire... and monsters. But Lucien isn't like the others. He’s a predator, yes. But also a man tormented by his past, desperate for redemption, and inexplicably drawn to her blood, her voice, her light. Their connection is more than lust. It’s ancient. Fated. She ignites something inside him he thought long dead—a love fierce enough to break the curse. Yet love is never easy in the vampire world. Old enemies rise. Secrets unravel. And the curse? It's not done with him yet. As Aria falls deeper into Lucien’s dark, addictive embrace, she must decide if she’s strong enough to love a monster—and if that love is powerful enough to rewrite fate itself. > Sinful. Addictive. Devastatingly romantic. At His Mercy is a dark, erotic vampire romance about second chances, ancient curses, blood-bound passion, and the kind of love that consumes you… and saves you. He was cursed to hunger forever. Until he hungered for her.

The background is set in a small, quiet town on the outskirts of Seoul. In this town, people were friendly, except for one particular neighbourhood. In this neighbourhood, everybody lived their lives as if treading on eggshells, all because of one particular household: the Lees. People surnamed Lee were a dime a dozen, but these particular set of Lees were unique. Dysfunctional. The family consisted of four people; the father and breadwinner Lee Do Joon, the delinquent son Lee Hyuk, the top student Lee Gun, and the town's most beautiful girl Lee Yeo Ri. Lee Yeo Ri was regarded as a saving grace, but before anybody knew it, the saving grace was slowly disintegrating from within. Hidden underneath her perfect, angelic smile, was a girl who was slowly being crushed and torn apart. This is her story. — TRIGGER WARNING — This story contains depictions of rape, violence, and other traumatic scenes. — Cover art by Ren (Twitter: @ikinashi_ren) — Please consider commenting or reviewing; any and all feedback are appreciated! :D

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Lu Tong spent seven years studying medicine in the mountains, but upon returning home, he found everything had changed. His eldest sister, a victim of foul play, met a tragic end. His elder brother, wrongfully imprisoned, languished in dungeons. His father journeyed to the capital to seek justice, only to meet a watery demise on the road. His mother, driven to madness overnight, perished in flames. Lu Tong packed his medical kit and headed to the capital of Jingzhou. 'Debts must be repaid, and lives must be avenged! 'If there's no judge, then I'll be the judge from Hell!' In the capital, noble families faced successive tragedies, Commander Pei Yunxing quietly investigated the matter, And suspicions fell on a young woman from the Renxin Medical Hall. However... Before he could find evidence, The girl made her move against him first.

The tale of a grim reaper who hates humans and a human who fell in love with him. From a really young age, Asahi Sato had always been beside Akira's side. They grew up together and faced all hardships together. Akira thought their friendship would last a lifetime but he didn't expect his life to be cut so short by that very friend. Logically speaking, their friendship did last a lifetime but only for Akira. As if having a secret affair with Akira's fiance wasn't enough, Sato also went ahead and killed Akira in order to steal the company. For the first and the last time in his life, Akira felt what it was like to be betrayed by the one you trust the most and the feeling was certainly not that amusing. Even after death, when the Grim Reaper who was in charge of him gave him a wish, Akira didn't hesitate to waste that wish on Sato. "Help me solve my murder." "I want to understand where everything went wrong.” "I want to know why Sato suddenly turned on me and I want to know why my fiance joined him.” Unfortunately, for the poor fellow, the grim reaper in charge of him was not a man who liked to be troubled and it seemed that nobody had ever taught him how to smile. "Tch- So much extra work! Can't you just pass away in peace?" "..." Read on more to know how Akira uncovered the mysterious circumstances behind his death and begged God to change his beloved Grim reaper's fate. __________________________________________ I hope you enjoy!~ __________________________________________ BL||Romance||Grimreaper||Revenge||Fashion||CEO||Secondchance||Fantasy||Fluff||Mystery|| Art by: Cherlyswan.

Kim Ji An is anything but normal. She is extremely smart, beautiful, and mature. She loves fashion and she knows fashion. She needs to start her own business, but there are 3 problems. Number one she is only 14. Number two she doesn't have money. Number three her school. So will fate be by her side.

Dios ha muerto o solo nos abandono.

A sudden invitation to a prestigious college in a tourist country leads to an unassuming Adi discovering the truth of what lies beneath this display of courtesy. With the secrets of an entire country revealed, how much truth a man can take will determine the odds of his survival.

Inspired by (an actual book) A Murder Most Unladylike series. It was raining... Murder happened. The victim was alive when we saw her on the P.E field. We asked a few questions. She didn't know who killed her, she didn't see. She was stabbed from the back. There was nobody. She saw blonde hair. There are many people with blond hair. Maya, my best friend, but she was with me.... Michelle Rosestreet. Ms. Anderson and more.... She made it alive at the hospital. But couldn't remember a thing, including us asking questions. That's good. Nobody would know we were solving who the murderer was. It was summer school and only a week has passed by when the murder happened. We had less than four months to solve this biggest and first ever case. Welcome to Emily Rosewood and Maya Summers' mystery.

In the forgotten outskirts of Kurohana City, a chilling legend whispers through alleyways and dreams — of a being that smiles in the dark. When 17-year-old Rei Kazuki starts seeing twisted grins in mirrors and shadows that follow him too closely, he believes he’s losing his mind. But the truth is far worse. The Smiling Shadow — a primordial entity long erased from history — has chosen him. Bound by an ancient curse, Rei is thrust into a hidden war between cursed bloodlines, rogue exorcists, and eldritch beasts that dwell beneath the surface of reality. As the line between dream and nightmare fades, Rei must confront a question no one dares to ask: What happens when the darkness starts to smile back? Some doors should never be opened. Some names should never be remembered. And some smiles… should never be seen. A/N: I will be posting this novel on RoyalRoad.com

For Kassia Wave, survival and becoming successful is all that matters. Having endured hardship at the hands of her mother, her only priorities are taking care of her sister and finding a way to escape her mother’s clutches. There is no time for love or unnecessary distractions. Arrogant, rude, egotistical, and prideful—these are the defining traits of Cain Mysia. As the CEO of a multinational company, he has little patience for anything outside of business. ICT Enterprise is the top-ranked firm in New York City, and love or emotional instability has no place in his life. But when two people who share the same views on love cross paths, will logic be enough to keep them from falling for each other? Or will their relentless pursuit of success drive them apart?

Detective Nathaniel Mercer is thrust into the darkest corners of New York City when a series of unsettling murders begin. Victims are left with a grotesque, unnatural smile carved into their faces, a chilling signature that earns the killer a terrifying moniker: "The Grinner." As the body count rises and the bizarre smile becomes more precise, Nate and his enigmatic partner, Victor Hale, find themselves battling a killer who seems to be playing a twisted, psychological game. The investigation leads them through the city's murky underworld and into a labyrinth of hidden truths. Nate soon realizes that the Grinner's motives are far more complex and personal than a simple murder spree, forcing him to confront a dark secret from his own past that he thought was buried forever. As the line between hunter and hunted blurs, Nate uncovers a shocking conspiracy that reaches far beyond a single killer, revealing a clandestine operation with roots deep within the system. With time running out, Nate must expose the architects behind this horrifying project before its sinister agenda consumes everything he knows, and the Grinner's legacy becomes a global nightmare.

It was morning. I saw nothing — only a man who looked nothing like a human. I woke up quite early, at least my alarm never went off. I leaned closer to see if he was real. But the truth is he was fake! I am a bitch! A blind one. I agree. Though, I was never physically blind, but my emotions were above blind. What would I have done? That is what makes me unique from other people. A blind bitch! At thirty six, I had a lot to fear and at the same time, I had weaknesses. I might die, who knows? But I was obsessed by a man who looked real but was fake.

Reina Aizawa thought she knew everything about her cheerful, kind stepbrother Alex — the boy who made everyone laugh, whose red and blue eyes shimmered with life. But on the last day of their second year in high school… he took his own life. Her world shattered. Months pass, but Reina can't let go. Then one night, standing in Alex’s empty room, something strange happens — time rewinds. She wakes up, once again, at the start of her second year. Given a second chance, Reina is determined to find out what broke Alex inside. But as she draws closer to the truth, she also finds herself falling for the boy doomed to disappear. Can she save him? Or will loving him be the final tragedy? dropped

2033, Some say the sky fell, some say the gods descended themselves, and some say the gates to hell opened. I on the other hand, just like many others was forced to play this damn game by the overlord leeches of fun and all, they wanted fun and entertainment and people to die. We all got our chances and only those survived who were good enough.

James came to Princeton to escape a past he won’t talk about, a past he thinks may have cost him everything, including God’s forgiveness. He doesn’t want closure. He only wants God's mercy. Tami, on the other hand, isn’t trying to be a detective. She’s just bored… or so she says. When she notices James at church and sends an anonymous message for fun, she doesn’t expect to care. But his silence, His mystery, It’s messing with her head more than she’d like to admit. In a campus where everyone’s pretending they have it together, one quiet engineering student and one nosy African American Studies major are about to crash into each other’s secrets. Some people run from the past. Some people chase it. And some people… just want to know what’s hiding behind the silence.

Am rewriting the first 49 chapters read it o"Leo's innocence n good novel pink Petals was shattered the day he witnessed a horror he could never forget which he wished so badly his innocent eyes didn’t witness . His elder brother, once a guiding light, plunged a knife into their father's chest, and walked away with a chilling smile. Leo, still a child, was frozen in terror, his playful nature replaced with a haunting dread. He hid in the shadows, his camera still rolling, capturing the sinister act. As the brother vanished, Leo crept out from under the table, his legs trembling like leaves. He approached his father, whose eyes pleaded for silence. "Dad, what happened? Should I call for help? You're bleeding...you look so sick." His father's voice was barely audible, but the urgency was clear. "Leo, listen carefully. The safe...it's yours now. Only your fingerprint can open it. Never let anyone near it. The truth you seek, it's all inside. When your grandfather comes, go with him, take the safe, and leave with him. Protect it with your life." With those final words, his father's eyes glazed over, and he slumped back in his chair, leaving Leo alone with the weight of a dark secret." a slow peace novel love burning within umm hope you would love it coz am inlove with it already love you future readers

Le Yao has always had one weakness — the Captain of the National Ice Hockey Team. Who wouldn’t? He’s handsome, charismatic, her ultimate idol. Since she was twelve, Le Yao has loyally occupied the bleachers, not because she knows the game — honestly, she barely understands the rules — but simply to admire him. The Captain. Her Captain. So when an opportunity finally arises for her to accompany the team for their brand’s photoshoot, she leaps at it, convincing Teacher Shen to let her join as part of her junior designer internship. This was her golden chance to see her idol up close! But then he appeared. The young prodigy of the team — arrogant, annoyingly handsome, and completely too aware of how much he gets under her skin. Somehow, instead of fawning over her beloved Captain, she finds herself constantly entangled with this troublemaker, who seems to enjoy making her flustered at every turn. At last, when the shoot wraps up, Le Yao breathes a sigh of relief. Finally, no more unexpected and expected encounters. At least, that’s what she thought. With marriage discussions looming — and having never been in a relationship before — Le Yao had calmly laid out her conditions to her parents for the prospective suitor: Must earn at least as much as she does. Must be… decently good-looking (preferably more than decent). Must have a respectable, stable and good personality. But as she sits at the arranged dinner, expecting a quiet and formal meeting — her eyes widen in disbelief. Why on earth is that prodigy sitting across from her, smiling like he’s been expecting her all along?

In a grim, decaying city plagued by rising crime and moral collapse, a string of brutal and bizarre killings sends shockwaves through the population. Each murder is different — some are messy, others surgical. Men, women, children, the elderly — no one is safe, and no pattern connects the victims. The only common thread: at each scene, the killer leaves a yellow rubber ball with a hand-painted sinister smile — the Smileball. The media spirals into hysteria, calling the killer 'The smile', while police are left paralyzed by the sheer randomness of the murders. Leading the investigation is Detective Leo, a logical and seasonal detective, with his partner, Alex, who was a shy, and quiet officer who was also his childhood best friend. Will they be able to solve this case? If not, what will happen?

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Your Smile and Song" is a dramatic and romantic story about the life of Hinno Katsuragi, a high school student who, due to an unexpected event, meets Himari Yo. As the story unfolds, events begin to escalate quickly between these two students.

In a world where beauty stems as the root of popularity,wealth, privileges...the ones without it stand no chance.They are forced to succumb to the cruelness of the people but some still believe beauty is in the inside. "That's a lie they tell to mock the ugly ones.Beautiful faces always win.And it is because of these people Charlotte died." While physical appearance served as the vision in this realm,the others are forced to counter their baby soft skins to leathers - plastic..to be liked and have their dream jobs. But for others...was it all worth it? Was physical appearance contributing to the happiness people felt? "I don't think you would understand my pleas.I want to be beautiful.I want to be liked.I want to be accepted..but it is difficult when I am not in the right body.I need to do this." But the question is... *Was It All Worth It?* _______ ______ Mia Sanchez,an editor of a reputable magazine company was left with an assignment - one of a 17 year old who had committed suicide.She looked happy in all her pictures but did her smile ever reach her eyes??? This story is about self acceptance,the journey people take to be loved and appreciated,the cruel side of beauty standards and how difficult it takes to... ACCEPT ONESELF.

I promised myself I wouldn't love again. I built walls, not out of anger, but out of exhaustion. That's when he came—not with grand gestures or loud words,but quietly, like a ray of hope touching the ruins of my falling life. It all began with one random reel on my feed. A few seconds, a familiar feeling, and somehow, everything started to shift. The masculine face, the innocent eyes, that ethereal smile—and the way his body moved with the rhythm when he danced in his song—it was euphoric. Almost unreal. That was the day I truly understood what fan love was. Loving someone the whole world knows, someone who brings comfort, excitement, and inspiration—but who doesn't know you exist. It's a sweet kind of ache, loving in silence, from behind a screen, yet feeling every emotion as if they were meant only for you. It was a sweet pain—gentle at times, but sometimes unbearable.Yet, your eyes would still crave just one glimpse of him, just one moment to smile with him, even if from afar. But… My delusional love met its cruel turn on the day the news broke—his so-called suicide, with no real evidence. It felt like the ground slipped beneath me. As if a part of my own light had gone out. The world mourned a celebrity—but I mourned my person,someone I never met, yet somehow, had trusted with pieces of my heart.

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Lara Adedayo never believed in fairytales. Growing up in the dusty streets of Ibadan, she learned early that love was a luxury the poor couldn’t afford. At 24, she moves to Lagos with nothing but a borrowed suitcase and big dreams — desperate to escape the shadows of her past and build a new life. But fate takes a twisted turn when she lands an elite job interview with Daniel Okoye, Nigeria’s youngest billionaire and CEO of an empire built on mystery. Handsome, refined, and always smiling, Daniel is every woman’s fantasy — but behind that charming smile hides secrets darker than anyone can imagine. Hired as his personal assistant, Lara quickly finds herself drawn into his magnetic world of private jets, red-carpet events, and whispered scandals. But the closer she gets to him, the more she realizes: > The man she’s falling for is a lie. Daniel is being hunted — by his past, his enemies, and a truth he has buried for seven years. And someone is determined to drag Lara down with him. As a string of accidents, betrayals, and haunting clues begin to surface, Lara must decide: > Is Daniel worth loving, even if it kills her? Or is she just another pawn in a game she doesn’t understand? In a city where power plays hide behind polite smiles and the truth is more dangerous than a lie, love might just be the biggest gamble of all. Themes: Forbidden love Class divide (rich CEO vs broke assistant) Suspense: dark secrets, mystery past Power, revenge, trust, betrayal Emotional trauma, healing, and redemption.