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"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

An epic journey of a basketball player's life... "Writing stories is like shooting hoops; you keep scoring and missing, then continue, relentlessly, until you leave the court." The distant and fervent world of basketball across the sea became the stage on which the young men released their energy and let their imaginations soar during the monotony and uncertainty of adolescence. He hopes that children who love playing basketball can have real basketball to play...

Society views witches as abominations, and as such, treats them that way. While on an errand for her coven, Lilith spies on a young Lycan boy playing with his friends, wistful for the life she could have had. In a twist of fate, she encounters him again, and a relationship blossoms between them. But in a world that wants nothing to do with witches, will their relationship survive the stigma? @ Art by Thorkell_40k

When monsters from another dimension overrun Earth, humanity strikes a desperate deal with a mysterious alien force. In exchange for salvation, Earth’s youth are transported to alien worlds to train as warriors—but the true cost of this pact remains unknown. Chase, Kellie, Arthur, Belinda and Selena, five teenagers shaped by the chaos, embark on a perilous journey to grow stronger, conquer monsters, and unlock the power of their unique bloodlines. As Chase rises, his charisma and strength attract powerful allies—and lovers—from across worlds, forming a harem of beautiful and voluptuous women from different races. Faced with relentless dangers and a looming cosmic threat, they must uncover the truth behind humanity’s deal and fight to secure a future for all. Will their bonds and newfound strength be enough to overcome the darkness ahead? MC is not a mindless idiot controlled by his dick so don't expect him to have sex with all the women he meets. Although there will be sex scenes, this novel is not a porn novel, I intend to focus on the storyline. NOTICE!!! Thank you for your support and feedback! After careful consideration, I’ve revised the story starting from Chapter 25 due to errors and inconsistencies. To align better with the new direction, please skip directly to Chapter 72. Your patience and understanding mean everything—thank you for being part of this journey! Check out my other novel - Lord Of Harem Remember After Reading Chapter 25 Skip to 72

When Nathaniel Delacroix’s brother mysteriously vanishes, he returns to his family’s crumbling estate, only to discover that his family’s past is woven with dark secrets and an ancient curse. As Nathaniel searches for answers, he uncovers cryptic journals, hidden symbols, and the eerie remnants of occult rituals that hint at his family’s pact with supernatural forces. With each discovery, strange and terrifying events begin to unfold, and Nathaniel realizes that his bloodline is bound to something otherworldly—a curse that awakens with his presence. As he’s pulled deeper into a world of shadows and nightmares, Nathaniel must confront the haunted legacy that links him to his brother’s fate. But as the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, he finds himself racing against time to end the curse before it consumes him completely, bringing ancient horrors into the world once more. A tale of psychological horror, supernatural mystery, and family betrayal, The Delacroix Curse is a story of survival against forces beyond comprehension—and the dangerous lengths one must go to escape fate.

Ajax is an orphan who survives a massacre along with his friends but unfortunately gets separated from them. Fortunately, after a turn of events, he successfully gains a system which helps him increase his cultivation but doesn't know what it is called. But he knows one thing for sure, this system is mighty and helpful in taking his revenge. "Whoever you are, I am gonna find you", Ajax mumbled with a disgruntled expression. In a world where the Summoning of an elemental spirit is done through a dream when they are 15 years old, Ajax with the help of a system and his summoned spirits sets out on a journey to seek revenge against the mastermind behind the massacre.

Haruto was once a formidable warrior—renowned and feared, yet ultimately brought to his knees by the darkness he fought to extinguish. His final moments were spent in blood and ruin, haunted by regret for the choices that led him to a devastating defeat. But death was not the end.

In "Legacy of the Lost Age," an ancient god-king awakens from centuries of slumber, finding himself stripped of divine power and cast into a mortal body. The world he once ruled is unrecognizable, his once-glorious empire now lost to myth and legend. Where he once walked as a being of light, revered and feared, his name and legacy have been twisted into tales of ruin and curses. Villagers whisper of "Lost Ones," ancient beings of immense power who vanished from history, leaving behind relics that are now regarded as forbidden and dangerous. Confused yet resolute, the fallen god-king embarks on a journey to reclaim his forgotten legacy. Guided by faint echoes of his former self, he discovers remnants of his past scattered across the land—old shrines, enchanted artifacts, and places of power that have faded into obscurity. Along the way, he encounters Nia, a young girl drawn to the mysteries of the old world. Through her eyes, he begins to understand how fear and reverence have morphed his legacy into a warning tale, casting shadows over his once-respected rule. But his journey is fraught with danger. Ancient forces lurk in the darkness, entities that have grown powerful in his absence, corrupting the very essence of his world. To restore his power, he must face formidable foes and unlock secrets long buried, risking the wrath of those who would prefer the past remain forgotten. As he reclaims each piece of his former strength, the god-king must confront a critical choice: will he rebuild his empire as the god he once was, or reshape his legacy to protect the people who fear him? The path he walks could either restore the world to its former glory—or plunge it further into darkness.

In a world where everyone is a slave, someone is born who cannot be controlled. At the same time, an unstoppable villain rises on a quest for revenge. But the truth is darker than he ever imagined, and now he must face an unbeatable enemy — including himself. *** Bruno was a young man born on Earth, the son of an influential modern Emperor. Despite having everything money could buy and receiving the best and most rigorous training to succeed his father, he chose the opposite path, defying his family’s ruthless rule. The price of his innocence? A merciless death and the complete erasure of his existence by the deity controlling his fate. On Earth, the law of the powerful was absolute; a slave could never rebel. But then, he wakes up again. He’s reborn in a world of cultivation, where freedom was promised to those strong enough to claim it. Now, he could soar like a free bird and carve his own destiny... or so he thought. The harsh reality of this new world soon showed him how insignificant he still was. He realized he had only changed masters. The freedom he sought was an illusion. The heavenly laws treated everyone as servants, and their rules were unbreakable. Bruno learned this bitter truth after losing everything that made him happy due to an unjust rule. But who was he to question? Hopeless, Bruno died... and was reborn as Alm, an unstoppable villain. With a soul poisoned by pain and vengeance, he sowed chaos across the universe. Planets were destroyed, countless lives taken, and his name became synonymous with terror. A hero rose to oppose him, wielding a sacred sword of hope. People from all corners of the universe united against Alm, raising their voices and weapons to stop the villain who defied the heavens. But Alm was no longer just fighting for revenge. He was challenging the heavenly laws that sought to control him, fighting fate and all living beings. And against all odds... the sacred sword shattered. The alliance of the entire universe was defeated. The villain won! Now, Alm found himself alone in the empty void of a dead universe, facing his own inner demons. Who could be more ruthless to him than himself? “What have I done?” At that moment, the doors of truth opened to him. Everyone was a puppet of a supreme figure, an entity that manipulated minds and even the heavenly laws. “I will find you, no matter where you are!” Thus, the last emissary of the true Heaven’s Will awakened. Alm, who once only relied on his sheer will and rage, now had a system to guide him. But his opponent was an immortal existence, above even the heavens. The villain who destroyed an entire universe now faced a new beginning. He discovered that the universe he devastated was just a tiny grain of sand in an infinite cosmos, where countless other universes existed. And so begins the legendary tale of the villain’s rise... and the Sacred Round God? A strange Duality of Shadows existed within one person. But this time, he wouldn’t be alone. *** To clear up any potential confusion or frustration, here are some key points about the story. I’ll avoid major spoilers, but a few things will be revealed. You might find this concerning at first, but just check the book cover—it shows the main character and his only partner. She first appears at 10 years old, but rest assured, there’s no inappropriate content or early romance. At around 13, SHE starts developing feelings for the protagonist, but he doesn’t respond until she’s an adult. With her determined personality, she tries to seduce him at 17/18, but it doesn’t work. Their relationship only happens much later. The book has nods to other works, with my own spin on them, and focuses on avoiding elements I find problematic in other stories. Lastly, the beautiful book cover was commissioned and created by HDIArt.

"I should have stayed home and played video games." This was Ray's last thought before darkness engulfed him after he was hit by a car. But surprisingly, instead of finding himself before the gates of hell after dying, Ray found out he was transmigrated into another world. The world Ray was transmigrated to was called Arora World, a place where you can use different kinds of skills, magic, and even acquire powerful classes. Ray found himself in the body of a young boy named Evan, who was studying in a hunter academy after awakening his abilities at the age of fourteen. At first, Ray was happy that he was transmigrated into the body of someone who had awakened his abilities and could use the magic he always wanted to use. However, as Ray went through Evan's memories, he finally realized that everything was not as simple as he had expected. Evan had a unique physique that didn't allow him to increase his power like other people. Because of this useless unique physique, Evan was the weakest hunter in the entire academy. And that was not all; the more Ray looked at Evan's memories, the more he realized just how troublesome his situation was. "I know I entered this body without buying a ticket, but isn't this too much?" Ray said in a depressed voice after going through Evan's memories. Will Ray be able to survive in this new world? Is the physique of his new body really useless? Join Ray on his adventure to find out.

Lysander was a badass Hunter, but a mission went really wrong and his whole team died. He was the only one who made it, and he felt super guilty about surviving when his friends didn't. But he was gravely injured and retired from being a Hunter. Then one day, some crazy stuff happened again just like that horrible mission. But this time, Lysander actually died. Wild, right? But he didn't stay dead! Instead, his spirit got moved into some random person's body. At first, Lysander was confused. But then he realized this new body came with a special system that gave him cool abilities. The downside? His new body was way weaker than his old Hunter one, and his emotions and personality started changing too. Lysander thought maybe this was a chance to finally live a normal, chill life. Little did he know, this system that jumped him into a new body was about to change everything for him and maybe the entire world. Spooky, huh? Lysander's life is about to get crazy all over again... ********

In a world where power determines destiny, Xie Zhen is a cultivator with a dark and ruthless reputation. Born in poverty and marked by betrayal from a young age, he has learned that the only law that matters is that of brute strength. Unlike the typical cultivation heroes, Xie Zhen is not driven by a sense of justice or a simple desire for vengeance: he is propelled by an insatiable need to control the fate of others and subjugate those who dare stand in his way. His rise is marked by calculated acts of cruelty and manipulation. He will not hesitate to use any method, whether it be theft, betrayal, or even sacrificing the souls of his allies to gain the smallest fragment of power. Xie Zhen delights in the chaos he creates, feeding off the suffering of others to strengthen his own abilities. While others form alliances out of caution, he infiltrates and destroys, using human weaknesses as pawns in a ruthless game of power. As he climbs the ranks of cultivation, Xie Zhen discovers forbidden techniques, paths that few dare to explore, which slowly transform his soul. However, his quest for infinite power draws the attention of ancient gods and malevolent entities, who see him as a threat to the fragile balance of the world. But Xie Zhen is determined to surpass even the heavens, ready to face all forces, whether divine or demonic to become the very embodiment of terror. In *The Shadows of Ascension*, the reader is drawn into a spiral of darkness and pure ambition, where the protagonist does not merely survive: he crushes, consumes, and transcends the limits of human morality to reach a terrifying peak, daring the world to bow to his will.

In a world where the supernatural hides just beneath the surface, Qin Han—a struggling university dropout—is thrown into the storm of a hidden war between ancient clans, secret organizations, and otherworldly beings. After surviving a mysterious car crash, he awakens a System called "The Abyssal Sovereign Interface." The System grants him extraordinary powers at a cost: every new ability he unlocks comes with challenges that push him to the edge physically, emotionally, and morally. The story follows his journey as he rises from a powerless mortal to the most feared and revered figure in the urban underworld. Along the way, he builds an unforgettable harem of strong, complex women, battles world-ending threats, and uncovers secrets about his own shadowed past and destiny.

When a deadly outbreak devastates the world, two brothers, Harry and Luke, must navigate a dangerous new reality. Harry, the older and more reserved of the two, focuses on survival, trying to protect his younger brother in a world gone mad. Luke, confident and determined, isn't content with just surviving—he wants answers. As they journey through desolate cities and encounter other survivors, their bond is tested. Luke pushes forward, eager to uncover the truth behind the outbreak, while Harry struggles with the heavy weight of their survival. Together, they face the chaos of the new world, but the real challenge lies in the sacrifices they'll make to protect each other and unravel the mystery behind the outbreak.

Book 1 In 1665, the kingdom of Aryanagar eagerly awaited the birth of a royal heir, a prince who would bring joy and hope. However, beneath the surface of celebration, a web of intrigue and betrayal was woven. Aryan, the newborn prince, was secretly taken away by a loyal protector to safeguard him from the palace's dangers, growing up far from his royal heritage, unaware of his true identity. Meanwhile, in Sitampur, Princess Nandini was born into a life of neglect and hardship, her existence marked by a lack of affection from her father and brother. As the years passed, Aryan's and Nandini's paths seemed worlds apart, yet their fates were intertwined in a tale of struggle and rediscovery. Nandini, raised with the shadow of her cursed destiny, fought against societal judgments and personal loss. Aryan, unaware of his past, lived a life shaped by his guardian's teachings. Their separate journeys, filled with trials and self-discovery, slowly bring them closer to understanding their true identities and destinies. This poignant narrative explores their emotional struggles, the search for lost heritage, and the eventual, destined reunion that promises to change their lives forever.

100000 years in the future, an age of spaceships and intergalactic empires rises. In the dark, endless void, unknown horrors await ready to vie for dominance of the universe. Waking up as a poor child, a man is reincarnated in the far future where he finds a universe filled with aliens, energy weapons, starships, power armor, as well as gods, magic, and rituals. Follow him as he becomes entangled with the various entities that dominate the void while he gains more power, and searches for a way back home. Inspired by Wh40k, starcraft, and lord of mysteries

It is the Age of Gods. There are 9 recognized Divine Gods who gives power to humanity to combat the sudden advent of the apocalypse called the Demonic Beast Emergence. Human society is now divided into 9 factions corresponding to every one of the 9 Divine Gods. Every living human is expected to receive the acknowledgement of a God and fall under his authority, his faction, receiving divine powers. Every living human is expected to be favored by only one God. But what happens when one day a human arises who was favored by more than one God? What becomes of the order? What becomes of the factions? This is the story of a boy determined to deduce the cause of his father’s death and hunt down the culprits responsible for it. This is the story of an enigma who strives to create a path for himself where there has never been one. This is the story of a maverick who fights against the order of society! This is a story of revenge. This is the story of Paul Arakkis.

Tragedy strikes when Alex's parents are brutally killed, and his clan is destroyed. Consumed by grief and guilt, Alex blames himself for their deaths and vows revenge. Abandoning his former life, he immerses himself in the shadows, plotting to destroy those responsible. As he delves deeper into his quest for vengeance, he begins to lose himself, driven solely by the desire for retribution against the nobles who wronged him and his family. From the Author: Hello, dear readers! This is my first time writing, and I am excited to share my story with you. Writing this book has been a journey of passion and hard work. I humbly ask for your support and encouragement. Please read my book and share your thoughts. Your feedback is invaluable and will help me grow as a writer. Thank you for giving my story a chance. I hope it captivates and entertains you.

Elias grew up knowing only pain, trapped in a home where cruelty and fear were his constant companions. Day after day, he endured relentless abuse that carved away pieces of his soul, leaving nothing but numbness and rage. One night, in a desperate fight for his life, he breaks free from his tormentors, leaving everything he knew behind. Embracing the shadows, he casts off his past, his innocence, and even his name. Now, he is only Shade.

She is the queen of an entire kingdom. The fiercest, bravest and most powerful rider in history. But has no memory of her past. She has to remember in-order to save those dear to her. After a Prophecy comes out after the annual “Battle for the Crown”, Aurora is forced to stake her claim as the rightful heir to the throne of Asterin one of the Kingdoms in Fantasia. But with an inevitable war at arms length and shaky memory of her past she’s a bit stuck in a loop.

The world of Abberith thrives on wonder and magic, where the age of Aura Magic has propelled humanity into an era of unimaginable progress. Aura is the latent potential within most humans, enabling them to channel their will into casting spells or creating magical technology that powers an industrial revolution like no other. Each person’s Aura glows with a unique color, reflecting their abilities on the spectrum of power. But a world that shines this bright is bound to have its shadows. The nation of Gina, a rising magical superpower, teeters on the brink of war, seeking to expand its borders to fuel its ravenous hunger for resources and maintain its Aura-driven empire. Gina is ruled by the Harrow Sect, a collection of elite Aura Knights whose mastery of magic and combat has solidified their cruel dominion. Every year, children who come of age are offered a chance to partake in The Trial, a grueling test that determines whether they can join one of the great knight sects within Gina, granting them the training and prestige needed to rise in a society where power defines freedom. But not everyone is so fortunate. Some cannot grow their Aura, and a few- like Joker- are born with none at all. Those born without Aura are branded as a Harlequin and cast to the lowest rung of society. Joker survives in the shadows of Sing, a city built around the Harrow Sect- and a place subject to the majority of their tyranny. Here Harlequins are slaves, tools, and scapegoats, robbed of opportunity and humanity in a world that values strength above all else- acknowledged only to be the playthings of knights. Yet beneath the city’s glittering spires and oppressive streets, the embers of rebellion begin to smolder. The Harlequins are reaching their breaking point, and the whispers of the hidden Revolution Cult grow louder. When a chance encounter pulls Joker into their secret world, he discovers a shocking truth: his parents, who he never knew, were leaders in the rebellion—martyrs who gave everything to ignite a spark of hope amongst the Harlequin. Now, as the Harrow Sect tightens its grip on Gina and rebellion rises from the shadows, Joker must decide where he stands. Will he remain a pawn in a system designed to break him, or rise as a symbol of defiance? In a world where power is taken, not given, Joker’s path will blur the lines between survival and revolution as he faces the legacy of his parents and the potential buried deep within himself.

After the tragic suicide of his older brother, Damon Allard, a privileged young heir, is consumed by grief and confusion. Raised in a world of opulence, Damon had always been shielded from the darker realities of life. But the loss of his brother—who had been a golden boy at a prestigious elite school—shatters that illusion. Determined to understand why his brother chose to end his life, Damon returns to the private academy his brother once attended, now a place shrouded in secrets and whispers. Behind the ivy-covered walls, Damon discovers a world of hidden rivalries, unspoken pressures, and dangerous games played by the ultra-wealthy. As he digs deeper into his brother’s life, Damon unearths shocking truths, including a web of manipulation, betrayal, and a scandal that could destroy the privileged school's carefully curated reputation. But the deeper Damon goes, the more he is consumed by a thirst for revenge. Convinced that his brother’s death was no accident, Damon will stop at nothing to expose the truth and take down those responsible—no matter the cost.

In the mystical realm of the Seven Mystic Lights, the powerful Tenebryss Noctelion family stands as one of the Seven Great Families, possessing ancient legacies of magic, martial arts, and a profound connection to the shadows. Yet, within this family lies a fractured heart. Jaguar, once a dedicated father, spirals into darkness after a painful divorce, seeing his estranged family as adversaries to be eliminated rather than loved. His bitterness blinds him to the emotional needs of his three children, each struggling with the rift that now divides their family.

It is the year 2500, and humanity has expanded its reach beyond the confines of Earth. In a distant sector of the galaxy, a young man named Erich "Silber" Jaeger is born into a dystopian empire that tightly controls the lives of its citizens. Growing up in a society rife with discrimination, Erich faces an uncertain future as he approaches military conscription. He will spend the next two decades of his life serving in the Armed Forces of the Germanic Star-Empire, fighting against the many enemies of the authoritarian state. As he navigates the treacherous landscape of interstellar warfare, Erich must grapple with his own ambitions and loyalties. Will he rise through the ranks to become the next dictator of the empire, or will he meet a gruesome end on the battlefield? Join Erich on his journey through the Interstellar Age, as he confronts the challenges of war, politics, and personal identity in a universe filled with danger and intrigue.

Born into an unfortunate life, Cyrus tries to survive in this futuristic world where technology had the lead. but still didn’t have any idea that his destiny was to claim the ultimate power and immortality or the only weapon of highest mass destruction and annihilation… the only thing that even the spiritual and dimensional realms respected The phantom Rainer

Synopsis of Shadows of the White Moonlight : In the dazzling city of Shanghai, where wealth and power collide, Lu Yan, the cold and aloof heir to the Lu Corporation, is forced into a contract marriage with Qin Lan, a woman from a modest background burdened by her family's financial struggles. For Lu Yan, the marriage is purely a business arrangement to secure his position as CEO, but for Qin Lan, it is a desperate act to save her ailing father. However, Qin Lan is walking into a marriage built on shadows. Lu Yan’s heart still belongs to his first love, Ji Yi, the glamorous and seemingly perfect woman who left him years ago to chase her own ambitions. To Lu Yan, no woman could ever replace Ji Yi—Qin Lan is merely a “substitute” bride to meet his family’s expectations. The emotional distance between them is palpable, with Lu Yan treating Qin Lan as nothing more than a tool for convenience. Yet as fate would have it, Ji Yi reappears in Lu Yan’s life, seeking to reclaim her place in his heart and his world. Her return stirs up old emotions in Lu Yan, throwing him into inner turmoil. Blinded by his lingering feelings for Ji Yi, Lu Yan continues to overlook the woman standing right beside him—Qin Lan, whose quiet resilience and unspoken love for him are beginning to grow stronger by the day. But Qin Lan isn’t a woman who easily succumbs to the pain of unrequited love. Determined to protect her dignity and keep her heart intact, she distances herself from Lu Yan, though her feelings for him grow deeper with each passing day. She knows she’s nothing but a substitute in his eyes, but she cannot stop her heart from yearning for him. As the story unfolds , readers are immersed in vivid and emotionally charged scenes that paint a picture of Shanghai’s elite society, filled with grand events, lavish business deals, and the tangled webs of love and betrayal. The novel explores Qin Lan’s quiet strength, as she navigates the coldness of her husband’s heart while slowly becoming indispensable to him in ways neither of them expected. When the truth about Ji Yi’s departure years ago comes to light—revealing her calculating motives and hidden betrayals—Lu Yan is faced with the painful realization that the perfect image of his "white moonlight" was nothing more than an illusion. It is only then that he begins to see Qin Lan for who she truly is: a woman of incredible strength, compassion, and quiet beauty who has stood by him without asking for anything in return. Torn between the shadow of his past and the warmth of his present, Lu Yan’s emotional journey is one of discovery, loss, and redemption. But will it be too late for him to win Qin Lan’s heart after treating her as a mere substitute for so long? As their marriage teeters on the edge of collapse, dramatic twists and heart-wrenching confrontations lead to a final, emotional showdown. In the end, it will take more than grand gestures to heal the wounds between them—Lu Yan must face his own insecurities, while Qin Lan must decide if she can trust her heart to a man who once made her feel invisible. Through elaborate flashbacks, richly detailed settings, and complex character development, Shadows of the White Moonlight tells the story of two people bound by a contract but separated by secrets, misunderstandings, and the ghost of first love. Will they find the courage to build a love that’s real, or will they be forever haunted by the shadows of the past? This novel will take readers on an emotional rollercoaster, packed with suspense, passion, betrayal, and, ultimately, a hard-earned love that transcends the shadows of “white moonlight.”

In the land of Celavris, magic is a rare and powerful force accessible through contracted bonds with magical beasts. Each bonded pair wields unique abilities, forged by their connection, to defend humanity from the Abyssals—malevolent creatures from a dark dimension. Varyn, an ordinary youth from a remote village, dreams of becoming a magic-wielder, but his hopes are shattered when he's unable to bond with any beast. Labeled as unworthy, he resigns himself to a quiet life. But somehow he finds himself at the frontlines of this war, where an Abyssal attack leaves him on the brink of death. In his final moments, a strange entity within him awakens—a shadow beast, unlike anything he’s ever seen. Bonded to the enigmatic creature, Varyn is thrust into a world of shadow magic, where power comes at a steep cost and allies are scarce. With his newfound abilities, Varyn becomes a target for both Abyssals and the powerful mages who fear his uncharted magic. As he learns to wield the power of shadows, Varyn must uncover the mysteries of his bond and his beast’s origin. But the deeper he dives into his powers, the closer he comes to a horrifying revelation: his shadow beast may be linked to the Abyssals in ways that could either save the world or lead to its complete destruction.

In the high stakes world of wealth, philanthropy, and power plays, Shadows of Desire weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. At the center of it all is Sophie Langston, a passionate and driven woman who co-founded a charitable foundation with her long-time business partner and lover, James Thornton. Their organization, built on the ideals of changing the world, has become a beacon of hope for struggling communities. But as the foundation grows in influence, so do the enemies lurking in the shadows. Sophie and James find their relationship and partnership tested when an unexpected visitor walks into their lives, Richard Mallory, a disgraced businessman with a tainted past. Despite having tried to undermine the foundation before, Richard proposes a substantial investment, claiming he wants to make amends. Torn between suspicion and the potential benefits for their projects, Sophie reluctantly agrees, setting off a chain of events that unravel deep-seated conspiracies and hidden agendas. Soon after, whispers of internal conflict and financial instability begin to surface. Rumors swirl about a power struggle between Sophie and James, putting their relationship under intense public scrutiny. Behind the scenes, they uncover a more sinister plot at play. Dominic Kane, a ruthless corporate raider infamous for hostile takeovers and blackmail, has set his sights on their foundation. With a history of exploiting the vulnerable for profit, Kane sees their organization as his next target, aiming to use it as a pawn in his larger schemes. As Sophie and James grapple with this new threat, they must navigate a web of deceit, power struggles, and hidden motives. Old allies resurface, trust is tested, and secrets from the past are unearthed, forcing the couple to confront their own vulnerabilities. Sophie’s resolve and James’s protective instincts are put to the ultimate test as they try to outmaneuver Kane while keeping the foundation afloat. Throughout the story, the dynamic between Sophie and James deepens. They experience moments of intense passion and tender vulnerability, strengthening their bond even as external forces try to pull them apart. Sophie’s fiery spirit and unwavering belief in their mission inspire James, while his steady support and strategic mind give her the courage to face each challenge head-on. In a dramatic twist, Sophie and James devise a plan to turn the tables on Dominic Kane. They leak false information about their foundation’s instability, baiting Kane into making a move. The gamble pays off when they gather enough evidence to expose his illegal activities. With the help of their loyal co-admin Alex and the formidable Claire, they publicly reveal Kane’s schemes, leading to his downfall. As the dust settles, Sophie and James emerge stronger, having faced their darkest fears and the shadows of their past. Their foundation, though bruised, stands tall, a symbol of resilience and the power of love. The story ends on a hopeful note, with the couple ready to take on whatever challenges lie ahead, united by a deeper understanding of each other and a renewed commitment to their shared vision. Shadows of Desire is a gripping tale of billionaire intrigue, exploring the delicate balance between love and power. It delves into themes of trust, redemption, and the impact of past choices, set against a backdrop of luxury, philanthropy, and the ruthless world of corporate warfare. With steamy romance, thrilling plot twists, and a core struggle that resonates with ambition and integrity, this story is a journey of two souls navigating the treacherous waters of wealth and desire.