Black Mask Backstory

In a bustling modern city where ancient secrets and mysterious powers collide with everyday life, 22-year-old Ethan Cross seems like your average college student. Behind his unassuming demeanor lies a man shrouded in secrets—a masked vigilante known only as "Virtuoso," feared by criminals and sought after by powerful organizations. Ethan is overpowered, sarcastic, and ridiculously skilled at everything he does. But there's one thing he’s terrible at: romance. When the enigmatic and fiercely independent Mia Harper stumbles into his life, she unknowingly becomes the key to unraveling a conspiracy that ties Ethan's past to an ancient prophecy. Between laugh-out-loud moments, explosive action, and unexpected twists, Ethan navigates his double life while trying to protect Mia, keep his identity hidden, and maybe—just maybe—figure out how to confess his feelings without being a complete disaster.

The all-powerful boss is stripped of his identity again! One is handsome while the other is proud; the two-faced refined rascal versus a cynical girl with hidden identities. Everyone secretly jokei that Master Mo’s wife is an ignorant and incompetent little tyrant. Bad at her studies? Lu Mian emergei as the top student for science at her college entrance examination. No talent? Lu Mian shows everyone how competent she is at multitasking by playing the piano with one hand, and painting with the other during a live performance. A prodigal? She makes a small fortune in just two days with her limited knowledge. Boxing, Go chess, appraising treasures, car racing… Bring it on! She can do them all. The soft-spoken Xiao Qimo adjusts his glasses with pride. “Who else has something to say?” One of his subordinates raises his hand cautiously. “Master Mo, your wife seems to be the one who single-handedly destroyed the illegal laboratory.” Xiao Qimo looks at his wife who is quietly practicing calligraphy. “That’s impossible!” It isn’t until… During the general meeting for the International Elite Organization, both Xiao Qimo and Lu Mian wear a mask. They take the stage and succeed as the organization’s Chief and Deputy Chief, respectively. The Deputy Chief beside me looks like my wife. This is Xiao Qimo’s thought. The Chief looks like someone I know. Lu Mian is thinking the same thing, too. Soon, the newly appointed Chief is seen blocking his deputy at the ladies’ room. What happens when two strong and uncorrupted individuals fall for each other?

Demi mengikuti turnamen renang tingkat kabupaten di California, sepuluh peserta tim putra terpilih di Kabupaten Sonoma (total setelah penyaringan terdapat 27 peserta tim putra dan 21 peserta tim putri) memutuskan untuk mengadakan latihan mandiri selama beberapa hari di sebuah vila di ujung kota Healdsburg dengan didampingi oleh satu asisten coach dan satu dokter. Daerah vila itu sepi dan dikelilingi hutan yang cukup luas. Mereka akan latihan di sana selama beberapa waktu, berlatih di sana secara mandiri, lalu pulang dan mengikuti latihan resmi bersama teman-teman mereka yang lain sebelum akhirnya berangkat untuk mengikuti turnamen nasional California. Mereka tidak tahu bahwa kejadian yang tragis akan terjadi secara beruntun selama mereka latihan secara mandiri di sana. Satu per satu dari mereka mati mengenaskan dengan cara yang berbeda-beda. Jadi, siapakah pelakunya?

Dive into a hilariously quirky comedy novel of online trends, gaming antics, and social media chaos! Lillian dreams of achieving eBunnee fame—the ultimate goal on the hottest social media app. But her life takes a bizarre turn when a stroll through the enchanting Heart-Ling Forest leads her to an unexpected encounter with a dramatic, over-the-top ghost. At Estresey Academy, success isn't about grades—it's about gaining followers. Students and even non-humans obsess over their eBunnee stats because, in this world, follower counts aren't just a status symbol—they’re a lifeline. Join Lillian as she navigates a world where fame is fleeting, friendships are tested, and the line between reality and the virtual realm blurs in unexpected ways.

Never take off the mask.” It’s the one rule Cora Mercedes has lived by her entire life. Found abandoned on Halloween night as a child, wearing a mask she’s forbidden to remove and clutching a cryptic note, Cora’s existence has been a riddle she’s never been able to solve. When she gains admission to the prestigious Oscar Island University—a school renowned for its exclusivity and shrouded in mystery—Cora hopes to escape her past and embrace a new beginning. But nothing at Oscar is ordinary. Its halls whisper secrets, its rules are bizarre and absolute, and its students, though seemingly perfect, are unnervingly inhuman. As Cora navigates her new life, she finds herself drawn to the shadows, particularly to a pair of haunting crimson eyes that seem to follow her every move. He’s ruthless, enigmatic, and terrifyingly familiar, and despite her instincts, she can’t escape his magnetic pull. But the closer Cora gets to unraveling the truth—about her mask, her past, and the dark forces surrounding Oscar Island—the more she realizes she’s not the only one hiding secrets. In a world where humans serve as prey, breaking the rules isn’t just dangerous; it’s deadly. And someone in the shadows has been waiting centuries for her to return. Damien’s Masked Mate is a captivating tale of forbidden romance, ancient curses, and the deadly allure of the unknown

Olivia Miller, a billionaire, must return to her roots in Miami under a false identity after spending years abroad. Now working as a personal assistant to Noah Jones—a man from her painful past—Olivia's world spirals into a tangled web of lies, betrayals, and dangerous power games. As the tension between them escalates, old wounds resurface, enemies emerge, and alliances blur. Secrets from the past threaten to destroy everything, while Olivia’s ruthless nature and Noah’s relentless drive put them on a collision course that could shatter lives. In this high-stakes game, where power, love, and vengeance collide, who will come out on top? How long will it take for Olivia to reveal her true identity and intentions? Prepare for a gripping tale of deceit, hidden motives, and explosive consequences where no one is safe.

In a world where one's eyes and mask are signs of identity, first impressions make an impact. For Zenobia, she's not considered all that safe to be around for her personal choices. People don't like her, and she doesn't like them right back, but still it can be lonely. With her dad gone, her mother being overly strict and her little sister innocent to the world it's hard to be honest, let alone express herself properly. When she meets a random boy getting bullied, there's a chance for change, for opportunity. It's just a matter of perspective, especially when the world one knows isn't what it seems.

In summer break of 2024, an eighteen-year-old Lucas Steele chases a ball into the woods near his hometown of Forks, Washington, but then he stumbles upon something unimaginable—a swirling vortex of energy that changes him forever. Struck by its strange power, Lucas gains fragmented visions of a future engulfed in chaos: monstrous creatures spilling from rifts in the sky, cities reduced to rubble, and humanity fighting for survival.

Just when Manuchehr is thinking about Khojaste and how lovely their future could be, something will happens that will change his mind completely about her... This book is an English translation of "The masks" a romance novel by "Sadegh Hedayat" which was written in persian. I may have changed a little bit of it but, context is still the same.

The life of an ordinary man, Salih Yalçınkaya, will change forever with the antique phone he buys

In the treacherous waters of the Caribbean, Jacob "Black Jack," a cunning and ambitious pirate captain, rises to power through a combination of ruthless strategy and dark necromantic abilities. As captain of The Abyss, Jacob sets out to establish a powerful pirate haven on the secluded island of Dead Man's Bay. Facing challenges from both the supernatural and the living, he must navigate treacherous alliances, fend off native tribes, and outmaneuver rival pirates while building his empire. With a growing crew and a deepening mastery of the dark arts, Black Jack's journey is one of power, control, and the pursuit of ultimate dominion over the Caribbean.

In the shadowed depths of Kyouten, a city divided by power and secrets, Hime operates as Venus, an enigmatic broker of forbidden knowledge. Her brilliance lies in her anonymity, her strength in the impenetrable walls she’s built. But when a calculated move brings her into the orbit of Kazuki, the cold and commanding leader of the Kagezan syndicate, those walls begin to crack. Kazuki is a man who thrives on control, ruling his underworld empire with precision and ruthlessness. Yet Hime’s defiance, her sharp wit, and the dangerous allure of her secrets ignite something within him—an obsession that blurs the line between protector and predator. As shadows close in, Hime finds herself hunted by the relentless Venus Hunters and entangled in Kazuki’s growing fixation. Forced into a precarious alliance, the two must navigate a world where every move is a gamble and trust is a luxury neither can afford. But behind Hime’s shattered mask lies a truth more dangerous than any enemy, a secret that could change the balance of power in Kyouten forever. When facades crumble and desires collide, who will emerge unscathed from the chaos?

Black Knight di Kerajaan Tornesia adalah organisasi yang sangat rahasia, terdiri dari para ahli taktik, mata-mata, dan pejuang bayangan. Mereka bergerak tanpa suara, mempengaruhi politik, dan bahkan kadang-kadang mengubah jalannya peperangan tanpa pernah terdeteksi. Dikenal hanya oleh sedikit elit kerajaan, Black Knight diyakini memiliki kekuatan untuk menjatuhkan siapapun yang menganggu kedamaian negara. Jexxy sebagai pemimpin Black knight adalah orang yang sangat kompeten dalam melindungi kerajaan, bergerak tampa emosi, dan memberantas segala permasalahan di Tornesia

"Mr. Black" is a dark and thrilling journey through the shadowy side of SOKIS. With a crime at the David Shopping Center, a young group of friends, led by Jake Mitchell, becomes entangled in a dangerous situation. When they try to sneak into a school to steal exam papers, they unexpectedly run into a bloodthirsty man with a knife, setting off a chain of events that will change their lives forever. As they struggle to escape, the line between friend and foe becomes blurred, and the sinister figure known as Mr. Black threatens to destroy everything they’ve ever known.

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

Her family deals in stealing and fencing art. His family deals in killings, drugs, and everything else. Her family has nothing but it's name which is still feared even though it's not as powerful as before. His family has the fear of everybody because they put fear in everyone who crosses them. So what happens when they're put in an arranged marriage a day after they had a one night stand. Follow the rollercoaster of emotions and see whether they make it through. And just for kicks we get a bad guy with plans that no one can predict.

ON HIATUS [Currently editing] WARNING: MATURE CONTENTS Set in the city of New York, The story begins with Liam and Jenna O'Brien, abandoned by their father, soon later the death of their mother leaving the two siblings in the difficult world. Liam being the father figure wants nothing more than to make sure his kid sis get through school and have a good life, but all that changed when Jenna is wanted for killing three of her classmates, why she did it wasn't much of the question... it was how she did. Now becoming a target of both ghouls and G.I agents [Ghoul Investigators] Both siblings are thrust into a world of pain and rejection, hunted in the city as 'New York's Most Wanted' A young female ghoul, Riley Leah, comes to their recuse giving them a choice of hiding forever or dying. Will they survive the hunt? Or is a sibling bond stronger than any other thing? Well, you will just have to find out. DISCLAIMER: I Do Not Own The Pictures Used, Credits To The Owner.

having born into a family that hates her so much without a mom, her step mom who made her life a living hell forced her into signing a contract she knew nothing about and was held captive by the world's known cold blooded CEO who in turn decided to make life miserable for her

Juske Hachimizu un chico de 18 años que es descendiente de Hirata Hachimizu un Oni de otro mundo. Juske después de un encuentro se vuelve el nuevo portador de la máscara carmesí y viaja a otro mundo para protegerlo y terminar con El conflicto por ella

Kado moves out of his town and while cleaning finds a mask in his attic, What he didn’t know was it could allow him to see and hear things he hadn’t before and it would forever change his life

Ryu Tae-Ra becomes entangled in a mysterious case from 13 years ago involving her organization and the death of her grandfather. Her grandfather harbored a dark secret: an ancient artifact that grants enormous mythical powers to whoever possesses it. Thirteen years ago, his best student, consumed by greed, attempted to steal the artifact, resulting in her grandfather's death. Although the student was presumed dead, he survived and continues to pursue the artifact. Following her grandfather's death, Ryu Tae-Ra inherited his organization, "The Mask Media." As unexplained deaths begin to rise, the police and government remain baffled. Hyun Hae-Il, whose best friend was a victim, refuses to accept the official verdict of suicide. A former military lieutenant and law graduate, Hyun Hae-Il abandons his career as a celebrity actor to investigate the case himself. During his investigation, Hyun Hae-Il crosses paths with Ryu Tae-Ra. Together, they unravel the mysteries surrounding the artifact and the deaths, all while developing feelings for each other.

In a world shrouded in darkness, where underground societies and powerful elites reign supreme, the lines between good and evil are blurred. Born into this unforgiving realm, Williams, the son of a deceased Mafia boss, is forced to navigate a life of constant struggle and danger. As he tries to survive and carve out his own path, he's ultimately drawn into the very world he sought to escape. But in a cruel twist of fate, his bravery is met with tragedy, and Williams meets a shocking end. But not every end marks a true conclusion. For Williams, survival of a near-death calamity sparked a rebirth, transforming him into a new person endowed with extraordinary abilities that defy the natural order. Driven by a desire to forge a different path, Williams seeks to build upon his family's legacy by creating a hidden society capable of shaping the world according to his will. His quest for power and knowledge leads him to unravel the secrets of the universe, but he soon discovers that this world is home to mysteries that transcend human logic. As Williams rises through the ranks, he encounters individuals with abilities similar to his own, some possessing extraordinary systems that blur the lines between reality and the unknown. Join me on this gripping journey as we delve into the intricate world of Williams' creation, where the boundaries between power, secrets, and survival are constantly tested. Will Williams achieve his dreams, or will the secrets of this world prove to be his undoing?

Khloe Daniels has always known how to keep her distance, both emotionally and physically. Balancing two lives—one as a waitress by day and the other as an enigmatic performer by night—she thrives behind the masks she wears, keeping the world at arm’s length. But one fateful night, her carefully maintained facade cracks. Jaxon Carter, a powerful billionaire with a commanding presence, becomes captivated by the mysterious woman on stage. Their paths collide, and what starts as a chance encounter becomes an unforgettable night of passion. Yet, Khloe is resolute—this must remain a one-time affair. As they part ways, she leaves him with a bittersweet farewell, thinking she’s closed that chapter. Jaxon reluctantly agrees, but deep down, something about her lingers. Fate, however, has other plans. Their lives intersect again in unexpected ways, reigniting a spark neither can ignore. For Jaxon, this isn’t just a reunion; it’s a second chance to uncover the mystery of the woman who captured his soul. But as Jaxon searches for answers, Khloe’s tightly woven world begins to unravel. Whispers of her masked identity spread, and a shadowy presence threatens to expose truths she’s not ready to face. As Jaxon’s pursuit grows more intense, Khloe finds herself questioning whether she can continue hiding—especially from the one man who seems determined to uncover everything. In a world of secrets, betrayal, and unforeseen twists, both Jaxon and Khloe must confront what lies beneath the surface. Will their connection survive the unmasking of their truths, or will it all come crashing down? "Behind the Mask" is a story of passion, intrigue, and the masks we wear to protect ourselves from the world—and the love that dares to tear them down.

Aziel, forced to participate in a deep slumber every 5 days, not knowing the purpose. He believes his heart has been locked away to 'protect' it, though it might be the opposite. He hopes to find a savior with the 'key' to free his heart from its cage.

In Ogun's Kingdom, gods once walked among mortals, their presence leaving echoes of power, mystery, and ambition. Now, only the masked bearers of divine blessings bridge the gap between humans and the forgotten pantheon. Thorne Ironhold, a blind boy born into the prestigious Ironhold fief, stands at a precipice. Blessed by an unknown god during the sacred mask rite, he is labeled a "Stray"—an outcast marked by powers beyond mortal comprehension. Yet beneath the shadows of his failure lies an unimaginable secret: Thorne's mask holds the power to defy the natural order. As Thorne ventures from his father's forge to the treacherous Garden of the Gods and the rigorous academy, he seeks not only to carve his own path but to uncover the truth behind his destiny. Every battle tests his limits, every limit surpassed brings him closer to the power once lost to men—and closer to the chaos lurking within. In a world where dances summon divine might and masks conceal more than they reveal, Thorne's journey becomes a quest to challenge the gods themselves. But as he walks the path they once tread, he must ask: Will he rise among the embers of forgotten legends, or be consumed by them?

James a man from Zimbabwe moved into south Africa to start his life afresh and to build a better life for himself. Him moving into south Africa made him meet the most beautiful girl that was clever and also had bright ideas. They dated and so where will their love story led them to, will they have a bright future together and a lovely ending or will this story end with sadness, pain and tears.

This novel is about a brother who tries to heal the soul of his brother who was badly injured He becomes a villain and kills countless people to collect his soul And finally he sacrifices his own soul to save his brother But the system is not happy with this [The system is unhappy with your work] [You will be taken back 20 years] [Make up for your mistakes in this new life]