The First Night With The Duke

As Mia drove through the bustling city streets, her heart began to race—not from the traffic, but from the chilling knowledge that a bomb had been planted in her car. The news had come through a frantic message on her phone, a warning from an anonymous source that sent her spiraling into a state of panic. She gripped the steering wheel tightly, her knuckles turning white as she fought to maintain control. With every red light, her dread deepened. She knew that the moment she stopped the car, the bomb would detonate. The thought of leaving her Lysander behind filled her with a profound sense of sorrow. They had so many plans, dreams of a future together that now felt impossibly distant. With trembling hands, she picked up her phone and dialed Lysander’s number. “Mi Amore?” Lysander’s voice came through, laced with concern. “What’s wrong?” Mia smiled sadly, he could always tell when something was bothering her and yet she was going to leave him. “Lysander , I need you to listen to me,” she said, her voice quivering. “ You’re a very great person. I never thought I would find this type of love. I only thought love like this was just a fairytale. But you….you….” Mia paused taking in a deep breath. “Anna? What’s happening? Is something wrong? You’re scaring me.” Tears rolled down her cheeks as she turned her head towards the backseat where the bomb sat. How could she tell this to Lysander? She was going to die and leave him. She was going to leave him alone with the thoughts and dreams they shared. Silence hung heavy on the line, and Anna could almost hear the rapid beating of her heart. “I just found out…… I… I don’t have much time,” she choked out, tears streaming down her cheeks. “I’m so sorry, love. I won’t be able to see you again.” “Don’t say that! We’ll figure this out! Just tell me what’s happening? ” he urged, desperation creeping into his tone. “No, please, just listen. It’s too late now. I love you so much, and I want you to remember that. You’ve made my life so beautiful. I wish I could hold you one last time.” Her voice broke as she fought to keep her composure. “Anna, don’t—” “I have to go, Lysander . Just know that I’m always with you.” With that, she hung up, her heart shattering into a million pieces. She looked at the cliff ahead of her and stepped on the gas, the car racing towards the cliff. ************* In the heart of a bustling college town, twenty-year-old Anna Mia Harper is juggling classes, bills, and a growing sense of despair as an orphan navigating life on her own. Desperate for cash, she stumbles upon a peculiar job listing: a grave cleaner and companion for the dead at the local cemetery, promising a month’s rent for just one night of work. Excited by the prospect, Anna Mia arrives under the eerie glow of the moon, ready to face whatever the night may bring. But when she encounters a mysterious man lounging atop a tombstone—one who bears a striking resemblance to a deceased local legend—her heart races. Is he a ghost, a trick of the light, or something more sinister?

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Lucas Costanzo,29,a dangerous mafia king feared by all. Although his face is unknown in the Mafia world, his name is enough to make everyone scared. His life was pretty simple until one night he met someone who changed his entire life. Bella knights,25,a simple orphan girl who is a normal office worker. She lives with her cute daughter Rachel. But that one night which she spend together with him, changed everything for her. This book is romance genre and contains some explicit scenes but it also primarily focuses on the journey of feeling love for the first time. The story revolves around the journey of a man and a woman who have never encountered true love. They both discover their love for each other and promise to be together till eternity. The characters experiences various stages of love together and learn to understand each other. Please give it lots of love. If you found the characters interesting, don't forget to add it in library. Mature content 18+ Excerpt: Bella: Don't tease me, anymore. Lucas:You know, you are so wet, baby. Bella: Touch me please. He put his head in between her thighs and his breath hit her opening. Bella:What are you doing? Lucas: Taking you to the real heaven, baby. Also every comment will be liked by the author.So please comment a lot. "Cover rights to respective owners" Stay tuned!!

After Yun Xiao's death, his soul flew into the sky, and he was shocked to find that the vast world he had lived in for sixteen years was shaped like a tomb! Under the tomb is an ancient copper coffin, as big as the sea, with a demonic aura, all the land is a piece of loess on the coffin, and trillions of living people are actually multiplying in the tomb soil! Inside the huge coffin is a fairy corpse with eyes like hell, mouth like hell, hair like a dragon, and body like a million mountains. I don't know where the immortal gods have been sleeping here forever! The youth's wronged soul is immortal, escaped into the immortal corpse and was reborn. Using the Tianzhu of the world as the sword, and the floating continent as the talisman, one person and one coffin will kill through the immortal road and pass through the heavens to prove the truth! (Disclaimer I don't own any of the characters and book elements. This is a english translation of a Chinese novel.)

Emma Parker, a hard-working cleaner in a Dallas hotel, never imagined her life would change dramatically after one fateful, drunken encounter with ruthless billionaire Alex Cardwell. That single night of passion leads to an unexpected pregnancy, thrusting her into a world of luxury, deception and betrayal. As Alex struggles with a failing marriage with a manipulative Victoria, his life begins to unravel as Emma's pregnancy threatens to expose the cracks in his carefully controlled life. Torn between the simple life she's always known and the dangerous seductive pull of Alex’s world, Emma must decide who to trust. With enemies closing in and dark secrets coming to life, the stakes couldn't be higher. Can Emma protect herself and her child from the forces trying to destroy them? Can she navigate these treacherous waters? Will love triumph, or will their buried past tear them apart forever?

17 Years ago a virus spread all around the world, infecting 3% of humanity. Those 3% of people got special abilities, similar to super powers. The reserarch centers gave them the name "Cora". Every Cora is trapped in specific laboratories to invest on the virus and the abilities those people got. They divided every Cora in numbers from a scale of 1 - 10, depending of how dangerous they are. 1 is the most dangerous and 10 the least. Jinsei, the protagonist, is a 4 on the scale and has to suffer a lot from the experiments he has to go through, but as the professor offers him a deal that he can’t decline, his whole life turns upside down. This is a story about a big adventure, a tragic story and a strong bond of friendship between the two protagonists.

One night of deception sets off a chain reaction of blackmail, secrets, and lies. Violet Wilson, betrayed by her best friend, finds herself entangled with the enigmatic billionaire, Adrian Brown. When Adrian's father who wants to assert his control over Adrian by demonstrating his authority insists that he gets married, Adrian proposes a contract marriage to Violet - a convenient arrangement that also satisfies the blackmailer's demands. As Violet navigates the treacherous web of Adrian's family dynamics and rivalries, she must balance her growing feelings with the secrets she's keeping. But as she fights to clear her name and protect herself, she'll uncover the true cost of her secrets. Dive into the deadly game of power, loyalty, and lies in "A NIGHT WITH THE BILLIONAIRE."

A high-schooler, Agus and his schoolmates, were teleported to a fantasy world. He needs to work with his friends and use his newfound talent to survive. Faced with anxiety and shortcomings, will he loathe himself further or finally accept change?

Under the influence of drugs, Ida has a night stand with Cian Klein and got pregnant with his baby

"What Lengths would you go to have the power to shape your own path? What would you give up? How far would you go?" "I have gone far and given much to get where I am today. Maybe my story would help you to figure it out. Sit, Listen. This is the story of Cytar's First Lich."

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A phoenix's blood is priceless. One taste transforms into a drug, a cure, and, unfortunately, an addiction that can unleash the ferocious and wild sides of even the purest being. The creatures of the night decimated half of the population of the phoenixes until the strongest declared war on them, which eventually led to a compromise and a sacrifice. In a secluded life, Eleanor Dankworth grew up with a rebellious spirit. However, her peaceful existence ended when her entire family was brutally massacred in front of her on her eighteenth birthday. Just as she thought things couldn't get worse, her betrothed, arrived to claim her. Ares Mazitzis. His very presence could lead one to believe he was the devil. And despite his title as the emperor's illegitimate son, deceitful, malicious, and apathetic entities bow to him. Feared by his people and his family because of the darkness within him, Ares main goal is to find and claim his betrothed, as she was nothing more than a sacrificial lamb. What happens he finds warmth and love from the lamb? What happens when all he wants to do is protect her from the looming darkness and himself? A creature of the night and a phoenix of light... It is a love that shocked and perilously struck the world.

What happens when an android wakes up with a consciousness and a soul? What if he finds himself in a parallel universe of fantasy brimming with magical energy and guided by the voice of his dead creator? What happens when he meets the parallel version of his creator? Well. Let’s find out in this tale of an android trying to find his place in this new world as he unravels lost secrets, acquires new powers, and finds companions. Let the journey begin. ********************************************************* This is my first work. There might be some grammatical mistakes so go easy on me. Also, I would appreciate any suggestions to improve the story. There could be some inconsistency in the number of chapters released. But I'll make sure to give out new chapters every week. The cover image doesn't belong to me.

A man gets reincarnated or transmigrated into a world full of steampunking, gods, and weird misconseptions, with only the memories of the body he is in. He fights the cruel world in order to find his lost memories and restore or destroy this body's life. Gifted three cards he must beat the odds that were never in his favor.

In a world without kindness, only the strong survive. Far from any known land, shrouded in fog, lies an ancient and isolated island—a place of breathtaking beauty and dark, hidden secrets. Towering, twisted trees reach toward the sky, their branches whispering with the wind. The shoreline glitters with light-blue waves, while eerie cries echo from the heart of the jungle. The island seems alive, a world unto itself, both alluring and dangerous.

Syd, an elf bard escapes the abuse of an orphanage along with her friend Trace. Months after their escape, they make new friends and conquer many unexpected things: • A town who accepts any class except druids. • A rogue who they befriended after they tried to kill them. • Taking in a child without knowing his family. • A sorcerer who cannot use their spells perfectly. …and many more This story has D&D elements, which is inspired by my D&D characters. Rated 18+. Will contain the following but not exceed: • strong language • drug and alcohol use • bullying • gore • CSA/paedophila (only briefly) • physical intimacy (romantic and sexual)

Ai Hanaōgi, one of the great myōseki, borne by a long line of famed Yoshiwara oiran at the Ōgiya, the "House of the Fan." she dies mysteriously. She was reborn to new body as a ninja assassin known as a Kunoichi named Kiyo Akane. She has must learn to adapt to her new body and live like a kunoichi. But she discovers that her past enemy is much closer than she thinks. [BOOK COVER] all credits of this masterpiece belongs to its creator. Updates starts on 2022

At the dawn of humanity, when tribes flourished and war was a constant shadow, I, the chief of my tribe, stood at a crossroads. Our enemies had already made their choice, transforming into creatures of the night—blood-drinkers, immortal, unstoppable. No tribe could challenge them, and we were next in line to face their wrath. Time was running out. To protect my people, I had to make a choice: remain human, or embrace something else entirely—something darker, monstrous. I chose survival over victory, and though we didn’t win, we lived. But that choice came with a price. Now, I awaken, memories lost, uncertain of who I am or what I’ve become. The consequences of my decision still haunt me. As I search for answers, I must decide whether to reclaim my place as alpha, or live as a banished omega, forever carrying the weight of my betrayal.

Rachael Von Bathory, daughter of a first seat noble vampire, is set out to find the culprit who killed the vampire queen. after she awakes a mysterious power called Blood Weaving, she was announced as the successor of the queen but before she could learn more about her power, the queen was killed. now Rachael must find the killer with help of her friends. And along the way she must master her newly found powers.

Transmigrating into a new world, Violet found out that she is inside a book and just got 'sold' to be the wife of the story big villain. 'My husband is ignoring me? I don't mind since he's rich! I can enjoy my life to the fullest!' Yet, "I say, Sir Duke, didn't you told someone to inform me that you will never care about me?" "Did I? Wife, someone must be trying to sabotaging our happy marriage. I never did that. Also, call me husband. Sir Duke sounds too formal. Or better yet, call me hubby." "Duke. Grey. Lancester! Can you behave more appropriately?" "Wife... " "No! Don't give me that puppy eye look." He's the monster. She's his personal tamer.

Evan was an Award-winning actor and the CEO of the biggest entertainment industry company. He was the richest person in America. After having One-Night stand with Evan. Ella left the country for 5 years and gave birth to his child secretly. On the other side, Evan got into a serious accident, which left his legs paralyzed, and the doctor told him that it was hard for him to walk again. He can no longer going to have children. Will he ever be able to know about his child Cherry? Will he ever be able to walk again? Will he ever going to get love from Ella? What will happen next if he gets to know about his child? Plot: There is a secret identity of Main Male Lead, which you will get to know after 100 chapters. Main Female Lead who endured bullying but became strong and can't stand it anymore. Female lead runs away while being pregnant. Youthful Female Lead and an experienced Male Lead. The story is very dramatic and full of new plots. A/n: I have submitted this story for the viral book call and had planned this just according to that contest. I hope that you all will support my new story.♡

How could a one-night stand turn into something more? Meet Li Ruolan, an ordinary girl who works multiple jobs just to provide for herself. Her parents both died in a car crash resulting in her being an orphan. She's a 3rd-year college student who's doing well in her school. But what will happen if one day, someone came and ruin her life? Or, makes her life better?

Brianna was a 28-year-old girl who had a miserable and destitute life because all the money she was paid was not enough to pay her mom’s hospital bills and provide their basic needs. Luckily for her, her uncle got a work for her to be a waitress at his club and that he will give her enough money to be able to take care of her mom. She started to work there as a waitress, it was going on well until a she had a quarrel with one of their regular customers named Leon which was resolved when she was forced to apologize After some weeks later her cousin arrived in the country as she was out of the city some time ago to study. One night her father drugged Leon so that his daughter would sleep with her unfortunately he slept with her unknowingly because they were both drunk. So, he was forced to marry each other by his parents although it was unintended, and they did not like each other. This made Kelsey angrier, so she tried to destroy the marriage in several ways, but all her plans failed. Life was still miserably because she and Leon always fight and there was no peace in the house for one single day. They both opened a new page when her boyfriend during her youth years saw her and wanted to marry her although she was married but Leon did not agree so they ended up fighting each other whenever he comes to visit her. One day they had a fight where Leon was severely hurt, and he was rushed to the hospital. He went into coma for some days, and he finally woke up on the fifth day. Brianna was confessing her love to him unknowingly because she taught, he was still in coma until he raised his head and blinked his eyes. so, she tried to hit him to be sure, when she realized he was awake, she took her bag and run because she was too shy to look at him. He got up from the bed and chased after her where he held her hand and turned her around and told her that he heard all she said and there he also confessed his love for her.

"I will not be your mistress." She spoke, whispering, with her mouth a sigh away from his. He swallowed hard and nodded, agreeing with her even as he closed the distance between them, kissing her to madness, leaving nothing to sanity. Bethany Fitzgerald hated the very idea of marriage and stood against it with everything she was. Charles de Norcrosse had to marry the insufferable Lady Cossington, for it was the will of his late father and he must abide by it. But when fate moved in favour of the Duke of Carlisle and the daughter of an impoverished Land Baron, very little can be done to fight against it. (Loving Her Duke is the first book of the British Blood Trilogy. Second is Hating Her King.)

Aki Yuuto's life was riddled with troubles, he pushed himself to the brink of exhaustion everyday to become the shining prodigy in everyone's eyes and for what! After all of his efforts he was not only isolated, but scorned! Isn't this too much( ╥﹏╥) First Life: "We don't want to hang out with you anymore Aki, just being in your presence makes us depressed in comparison to ourselves and you." Aki's "friends" say "Get out of the house! We raised you till you were 18 and you didn't give us anything you unfilial son! You've never been one of us." Aki Yuuto, the genius, kicked out of his house the day he turned 18 by his cruel family members. Poor Aki was even put to work as a servant on top of all of his personal work when he lived there! Second Life: I'm away from everyone, I'll be my true self! Using my smarts, I'll pursue my dream of finally being able to sleep and eat whenever I desire! However... Ikemen 1: "Let me hug and cuddle you (ㆆ _ ㆆ)" Ikemen 2: "Stop looking at everyone else. Look at me and compliment me (¬_¬)" Ikemen 3: "Could you play with my hair? (ᵔᴥᵔ)(ᵔᴥᵔ)" Ikemen Group: "Stop playing with him and love me!!" Aki: "Ehhh? ...... let me sleep" ( -_-)

When a sudden quarantine leaves them stranded on an isolated campus, seven brilliant, parentless students of the prestigious Hisar Institute must make an uneasy peace with their situation. Arlt, a Renaissance philology student and gifted linguist, narrates their tale—a story shrouded in secrets as ancient as the campus itself. United by their orphaned pasts and exceptional linguistic abilities, they linger in Suare Kairos, a grim four-story dormitory overshadowed by the silent gaze of the Aeternolis statue. Life in quarantine is quiet until they stumble upon a hidden tunnel beneath the library, a passage rumored to have sheltered professors fleeing the horrific Great Genocide Era. What begins as a curious exploration soon reveals a legacy of betrayal, forbidden knowledge, and concealed atrocities that refuse to remain buried. Inside the tunnel, the students find relics of a forgotten resistance—ancient texts, obscure manuscripts, and encrypted journals that point to a grim legacy the Institute sought to erase. As they decode the cryptic writings, the students are pulled into a web of secrets that threatens to unravel not only the history of their institution but also their very identities. Each discovery comes at a cost, forcing them to confront questions about loyalty, survival, and the fine line between knowledge and power. Bound by a shared past yet divided by dark ambitions, they must decide: how far will they go to preserve the truths they’ve unearthed? And, when knowledge becomes dangerous, is it worth dying—or even killing—for? A tale of mystery, academic rivalry, and haunting secrets, The Scholars of Aeternolis explores the weight of history on those who seek to uncover it and the cost of pursuing forbidden knowledge.

In the bustling city where the nightlife pulses with energy, Mia, a talented dancer at a popular nightclub, finds herself caught in a whirlwind of passion and intrigue. Every night, she captivates the audience with her sultry performances, but behind the spotlight, she longs for a deeper connection. One fateful evening, she meets Alex, a mysterious and alluring stranger who seems to understand her in ways no one else does. Drawn to his magnetic presence, Mia is swept off her feet as they share stolen moments between dances, igniting a fiery romance that feels both exhilarating and dangerous. As their relationship deepens, Mia discovers that Alex has secrets of his own—he’s not just a charming patron; he’s a successful entrepreneur with ties to the city's elite. Torn between her growing feelings for him and the fear of losing her independence, Mia must navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and trust.