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When a private video of their most intimate moment leaked, Dara and Sethya's love shattered. The scandal drove them apart, leaving Dara in ruins. His mother, unable to bear the shame, ended her own life. Grief-stricken and drowning in despair, Dara made a chilling decision: to join her in death. But just as the darkness closed in, the shrill ring of a phone pierced the silence—and everything began to change.

***COMPLETED*** Aurora Roberts' entire life revolves around her four-month-old baby Aurelia. The father of her baby... not in the picture at the moment. Liam Roberts used to be her best friend and the one she trusted with all her heart, until he broke her heart one day by asking for divorce out of nowhere. It's been more than a year since that happened and she thought it was water under the bridge. Even at twenty-three, Rory is financially stable thanks to the life insurance payment. Also, she is the co-partner of a Café that does fairly well. She plans to take the LSAT as becoming a lawyer is her dream. But, a single phone call set a domino effect that changed all her plans. Her grandmother--the one who mandated her marriage-- is suffering from vascular dementia. And when her caretaker called Rory to ask her to meet her grandmother, she knew she must visit her. But what should she do when she is asked to bring the baby's father with her? He is the one who asked for a divorce and he didn't take any responsibility for the baby! But can she deny the last wish of her grandmother? Does she need him? No! She can take care of herself and her baby. She does not need the pity of anyone. Does she want him back? No! She has her pride! She won't beg him to come back. Does she miss him? Yes, um, No..! Actually, it is complicated! And will her daughter need her father? ... As for Liam, where does he stand? What does he want? Why did he ask for the divorce out of nowhere? Why is he refusing to acknowledge their baby? She doesn't know. What should she do? Should she give him one more chance to explain himself? Will he be willing to open a conversation with her for the sake of their baby? Liam Roberts is the CEO of a start-up online company that became an instant hit. He became a billionaire in the span of a year. Rory is his first love and the most favorite person in the world. But he cannot let her stay with him. She will be destroyed if she stays with him. And so, he will keep her away from him. He hoped the secret he is hiding stays hidden forever. Maybe then he will not hurt Rory. But can he keep Rory away? Will the hidden secret surface? And will it affect Rory? ***** Hello lovely readers, This is my fifth book and my third contemporary romance book in Webnovel. This book is participating in WSA 2022. Please give it a chance. Leave comments and reviews. Vote with PS and GT. Check out my profile and leave a heart. You can follow me in Twitter, Insta and Discord.

The Aryans are a normal family, as normal as any other family could be. They're pretty well-off and the children are all successful. It's just that as a family with an immortal bloodline they have side jobs that aren't public-friendly. Say for example, guarding the boundary between the underworld and the mortal world. Or dealing with supernatural creatures here and there. Suffice to say, it makes it really hard to date.

Gregory Evans is called to investigate a terrorist attack and discovers that a radical Islamic group has been recruiting young people to carry out attacks in various locations in New York and there is only one person who can help him in the investigation, an enemy from the past. In a journey marked by deaths and secrets hidden in political relations, Gregory Evans finds clues that will bring him face to face with a shocking revelation and the astonishing truth that we have ignored for so long. Racing against time, Gregory Evans and the Italian mafia enter into a frantic hunt for religious and political assassins, and unravel enigmas, following a trail that may lead to the secret lair where lies the only hope of saving New York City, before it collapses.

Luke transmigrates as Abel Bishop into an alternate world vastly different from his own. On the surface, it appears ordinary, but beneath lies a hidden war. A special group of people, known as Occultists, wield supernatural abilities to combat the anomalous entities that threaten humanity's existence. Thrown headfirst into this age-old conflict, Abel has only his strange abilities, his sheer will to survive, and a mysterious coin that always returns no matter how many times he tries to get rid of it...

" What if the past was not just memories but doors waiting to be opened? What if the dreams that haunt you at night are merely echoes of a forgotten truth? Iris, an ordinary girl on the surface, finds her life turned upside down when she discovers a buried secret in her room… a wardrobe door that opens to a dark passage, and a mysterious shadow watching her from within. With every step she takes, she gets closer to uncovering the truth of her past—a past filled with deception and secrets that were never meant to be revealed. In a journey between reality and illusion, between dreams and nightmares, Iris confronts her fears and discovers that the black butterfly haunting her is not just a symbol… but the key to a mystery that could change everything. "The Secret of the Black Butterfly" … When fear becomes the gateway to the truth.

Angelina Johnson has always believed in hard work and independence. As the only child of a middle-class family, she watched her father pour his heart into the small business that kept them afloat. He wanted her to take over someday, but Angelina had other plans. She wanted something different—something bigger. Landing a job as an assistant in a prestigious company was supposed to be the first step toward that future. It wasn’t the most exciting job, but it paid the bills. And if she was being honest, having Carter Hayes as her boss made things a little more interesting. Charming, successful, and effortlessly kind, he was the kind of man she’d always admired from afar. But then there was Daniel Viggo. A name that carried power. A man known for his ruthless ways. Cold, calculating, and impossible to ignore, he wasn’t someone Angelina wanted to be anywhere near. Yet, no matter how hard she tried to avoid him, their paths kept crossing. And each time, the line between fear and fascination blurred. Now, she’s stuck between two men—one who makes her feel safe and another who makes her heart pound for all the wrong reasons. But the more she tries to fight it, the more tangled she becomes in a world she never asked to be part of. Some choices change everything. And Angelina is about to learn that some destinies are impossible to escape.

She’s a brilliant venture capital executive, driven, intelligent, and fiercely committed to achieving financial freedom through her own efforts. He’s a handsome, highly educated, and capable man, but with one fatal flaw—he’s always looking for shortcuts, including marrying into wealth. When she finds out she’s become his "target," she feels powerless to resist, torn between her rational mind and her emotions. But one extravagant gala turns her world upside down. He appears as the heir to a prestigious family, exuding an aura of cold authority and unshakable composure that commands attention. Standing amidst the crowd, she’s frozen in shock, silently mocking herself for mistaking this man—so deeply rooted in privilege—for a pretty boy chasing her financial support. Overwhelmed with shame, she quickly makes her exit, only to find him leaning casually against a Lamborghini outside. A teasing smile plays on his lips as his eyes lock onto hers. “Running away already, darling?” he asks, his tone light but provocative. In this city where power and wealth intertwine, their story begins—a clash of pride and sincerity, and perhaps, a love reborn from misunderstanding.

Andrea Russo è uno studente di Scienze e Tecnologie Agrarie all'Università di Foggia, un ragazzo brillante ma riservato, con una passione per la botanica e la ricerca scientifica. La sua vita universitaria procede normalmente tra lezioni, esami e amicizie, fino a quando, una sera, tornando tardi dal laboratorio, scopre il corpo senza vita di un professore nel campus. Inizialmente considerato solo un testimone, Andrea si ritrova ben presto coinvolto nel caso quando emergono indizi che lo collegano alla scena del crimine. Deciso a dimostrare la propria innocenza, inizia a indagare da solo, scoprendo che il professore stava lavorando a una ricerca rivoluzionaria su un nuovo tipo di coltivazione sostenibile, un progetto che avrebbe potuto attirare l'attenzione di aziende potenti e senza scrupoli. Con l'aiuto di Giulia, una collega di corso esperta di analisi chimiche, e Marco, un amico hacker, Andrea segue una scia di indizi tra documenti nascosti, esperimenti segreti e rivalità accademiche. Ma più si avvicina alla verità, più la sua vita è in pericolo. Qualcuno all'interno dell'università vuole mettere a tacere il caso e farà di tutto per impedirgli di scoprire il colpevole. Tra inseguimenti, tradimenti e rivelazioni inaspettate, Andrea dovrà usare tutto il suo ingegno per smascherare il colpevole e sopravvivere a un gioco mortale che si svolge proprio nel cuore del campus.

it follows a boy and his friends as they encounter different challenges

While walking home from school his life takes a turn when a quirky detective, Kento Sugo, suddenly asks for his help in solving a minor theft. Reluctantly, Akihiro gets pulled into the case, only to realize there's more to it than he thought. Soon, he's caught up in solving a string of odd mysteries alongside Sugo, uncovering secrets, lies, and danger at every turn. What started as a simple request quickly becomes much more than Akihiro bargained for.

Elena Carter never imagined that a single moment of desperation would lead her into the cold, calculating world of Alexander King—one of the most ruthless billionaires in New York. When her mother’s life hangs in the balance and medical bills pile up, Elena is left with no choice but to accept Alexander’s outrageous offer: a contract marriage in exchange for financial security. To the world, they are the perfect power couple. But behind closed doors, Alexander makes it clear—this is nothing but a business deal. No love. No emotions. No complications. Yet, as they navigate high-society galas, media scrutiny, and business rivalries, an undeniable attraction ignites between them. Elena sees glimpses of the man beneath the icy exterior, a man haunted by betrayal and pain. And despite her best efforts, she finds herself falling for the one man who refuses to believe in love. But when dark secrets from Alexander’s past resurface, threatening not only his empire but also Elena’s heart, she realizes that walking away might be the only way to save herself. Will their contract end in heartbreak, or will love be the one thing powerful enough to break down the walls of a billionaire’s guarded heart?

Sophie Evans never imagined that losing her mother would leave her homeless and desperate. Taken in by Ethan Cole, a powerful billionaire with ties to her late father, she expects nothing more than a cold, distant guardian. But Ethan has a secret problem of his own—one that only marriage can solve. To secure his inheritance and maintain control over his empire, Ethan proposes a contract: a secret marriage. In exchange, Sophie gets a stable home and a future free from financial struggles. The rules are simple—no romance, no attachments, and no one can ever know. By day, Sophie remains an ordinary high school girl, navigating the cutthroat world of her elite private academy. By night, she is the hidden wife of one of the city’s most powerful men. But as stolen glances turn into something more, and boundaries blur, Sophie and Ethan begin to break the one rule they swore to keep—no feelings. When jealousy, hidden pasts, and unexpected betrayals threaten to unravel their secret vow, Sophie must decide: was this marriage ever just a contract, or is there something real worth fighting for?

Being completely alone in a dark and forsaken world, with no family to turn to, no guidance to rely on, no care to comfort, no support to uplift, and no love to cherish, is a utterly terrible and absolutely awful existence. Lisa, a beautiful young lady, lives with her foster parents and siblings, trying her best to lead a normal life and suppress her extraordinary powers, which she longs to keep hidden from the world, fearing their discovery would only bring chaos and destruction. When Lisa was a little girl, she lost her parents in a tragic car accident. A huge truck collided with their vehicle, sending it plummeting into the water. With blood streaming down her face, she held her breath and struggled to free herself from the seatbelt, desperate to save her mom and dad before the car sank further into the ocean. The more she struggled, the more she felt her strength fading, until she finally lost consciousness. As she slipped away, the car continued to sink, taking her parents with it, leaving Lisa alone in the darkness. ★★★★ Kevin, a young orphan boy, had no family or friends to speak of, and had never experienced any kind of affection or love. As a result, he had built walls around his heart, shutting off his emotions completely. He dedicated himself solely to his work, using it as a distraction from the emptiness and loneliness that had become his life. His sole focus was on survival, and he allowed nothing to penetrate the armor he had built around himself. Welcome to Secret Spy – where every mission is a step closer to the truth. ★ This book is officially participating in the Webnovel Spirity Awards (WSA) 2025! ★ Join me, Lisa_Lucy, in this thrilling journey filled with action, suspense, and mystery! Support your favorite characters by adding this book to your library, sharing it with friends, and leaving comments! Your support will mean everything in this competition! Chapter Updates: ★ March – June: 3 to 5 updates per week! ★ After June: A mass release dedicated to your favorite characters and more surprises! ★Cover Art Disclaimer★ The cover of this book is not mine. It was created by an incredibly talented artist whose work deserves all the praise! Their creativity and unique artistry bring this story to life in ways I never could. Huge thanks to them for this amazing piece! Let’s embark on this adventure together!

This world is filled with the unknown and the terrifying. I was drawn into a realm teeming with ghosts and supernatural beings, forced to gather spirits both on and off campus, while battling against evil cultivators. My entanglement with a mysterious cult's saintess and the cross-temporal fate with a zombie king pulls me deeper into a web of intrigue. In the frozen mountain range, hidden secrets of the world's ultimate legends lie, with the mystical lands of Penglai and the ancient mysteries of Kunlun waiting to be uncovered. All the strange and dangerous events are rooted in the lost secrets of Taoist arts, and the hidden powers are gradually awakening, pulling my fate along a path I cannot escape.

a cute nerdy bubbly highschool boy, happened to get teleported to an unknown world, because of his curious nature of exploring ancient antiques. In the the new world, full of mystical creatures, awaits a lot of adventures. will he be able to come back..??

When Violet Rowe accepts a tutoring position at the grand yet isolated Halloway estate, she expects a quiet job teaching the youngest siblings, Clara and Theodore. Instead, she steps into a house haunted by the shadows of its past—whispers of a family tragedy, cold gazes from the remaining heirs, and a lingering sense that something is terribly wrong. Two years ago, Lysandra Halloway was found dead in her bedroom—murdered, the family claims, by an intruding burglar. Shortly after, Eleanor Halloway, the children's mother, wasted away from grief. Yet as Violet settles into the mansion, she notices something unsettling: no one speaks of the deceased with love. There is no mourning, only an eerie absence of sorrow. Theodore, ever the devoted brother, is protective of Clara—too protective. Clara, fragile and anxious, seems burdened by a secret too heavy to bear. Felix and Everett, the older brothers, are aloof, always watching but never saying too much. Ophelia, sharp-tongued and temperamental, treats the past as a nuisance best forgotten. And Augustus Halloway, the formidable head of the family, warns Violet to keep her curiosities in check. But as Violet begins to notice strange behaviors, unspoken tensions, and gaps in the family's carefully told history, she realizes the Halloways are hiding something. The deeper she digs, the more dangerous the truth becomes. Because in this house, the past never stays buried. And someone is watching.

A brilliant, ruthless killer stalked the city, leaving a trail of terror in their wake. Detective Edevene Felix, undeterred, pursued the elusive predator through a labyrinth of clues and dead ends.

Luna has always been an outsider in her pack, while other's banded together worrying about things like mates and love, Luna spent her time with nature exploring, absorbing energy from the moon reading. All she wanted to do was to become a healer and travel the world. On one of her trips to the forest her pack was attacked by a group of powerful rogues and all structure burnt to the ground. In one day she was rendered homeless and an orphan. She hated herself and felt guilty for not being with them, she fell into despair, deciding to join her family, she brewed a poisonous herb with wolfsbane refusing to listen to the protests of her wolf, she drank it in one go passing out, when she awoke much to her horror and her wolf spirit was gone, thus she became an enigma with a tragic past.she desperate to keep hidden and get revenge she joined the golden moon pack as an omega. There, she meets Alpha Marcus, a powerful, ruthless leader who didn't believe in love. While Marcus has vowed never to love again, he can't resist the mysterious pull he feels toward Luna. As danger looms from rogue wolves and hidden enemies, Marcus and Luna are forced to work together, their bond growing stronger with each passing day. But Luna's secret could destroy everything. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Copyright@AQUAHGODDESS2024 Disclaimer: I do not own any of the pictures all credit goes to their rightful owner

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The Billionaire’s Secret System Jiang Wei is no ordinary billionaire. A financial prodigy who rose from nothing, he built Titan Capital into a global powerhouse, dominating markets with ruthless precision. But his greatest weapon isn’t his wealth—it’s the secret AI-driven system he created, a program capable of predicting and manipulating financial trends before they happen. To the world, Jiang Wei is a self-made success. Behind the scenes, he walks a dangerous line between power and destruction. Governments, corporations, and rival elites would kill to control his system, and now, Kai Corporation, a tech giant with hidden ambitions, is closing in on his secret. When a mysterious cyberattack breaches his defenses, Jiang Wei realizes he’s no longer just playing the market—he’s playing for survival. From the high-stakes world of finance to underground power struggles in Shanghai and Tokyo, he must outwit enemies, forge uneasy alliances, and protect his empire. But in a game where money is just the surface, who really holds the strings of power? A battle of intelligence, wealth, and survival begins. In the world of billionaires, there are no rules—only winners and losers. And Jiang Wei refuses to lose.