You Were Late By Two Steps

In one swift motion, he caught her by the neck, his grip unyielding. Lara snarled and thrashed, but Killian’s strength was overwhelming. “You foolish, useless wolf,” Killian growled, his voice dripping with disdain. “You think you can defy me and live?” With a cruel smile, he threw Lara against a nearby tree, the impact shaking the ground beneath us. Pain tore through me as I felt every blow she endured. Lara tried to stand, but Killian’s foot pressed down on her, pinning her to the ground. “You’ll learn your place,” he hissed. “Both of you.” My body began to shift again, the pain unbearable as Lara was forced back, and I returned to my human form. Lying on the ground, broken and bleeding, I looked up at him with all the hatred I could muster. “I hate you,” I whispered, my voice barely audible. Killian’s expression didn’t change. And then, darkness consumed me.

"You don't belong here." "Perhaps to you I don't but I'm not going anywhere," I replied unwilling to let him scare me. A deep chuckle left his throat as he stepped closer, "I can do terrible things to you-" Damian, and his brothers, were a mysterious sort and every moment with them, I was begging for pleasure. ~~~ When Ivy Thorne got accepted to one of the best Universities for Agriculture, she refused to miss the opportunity. The only problem she never expected was the four men who lived in her father's home would gradually turn her world upside down. Dangerous things don't live just in the wild. Often, they lurked closer to home and if she wasn't careful, she would find herself the center of their hunger. Their own little red riding hood. This story is rated 18+ for explicit language and sexual content. And Then There Were Four is created by Lillith Carrie, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Maya’s high school life is a picture-perfect fairytale—until her heart gets tangled in a web of high school drama, an unresponsive boyfriend, and a nerd she never expected. Maya has it all: beauty, popularity, and a dreamy boyfriend, Vic. But when he stands her up at prom, she finds herself spiraling into a world of confusion and heartbreak. Looking for a distraction, Maya sets her sights on Eddie, the quiet, bookish loner with an undeniable charm. In her quest to “tame” Eddie, Maya finds herself torn between her past with Vic and the unexpected connection she shares with Eddie. As she navigates the ups and downs of love, betrayal, and self-discovery, Maya realizes that there’s more to Eddie—and to herself—than she ever imagined. Will Maya be able to let go of her perfect image to pursue something real, or will she risk losing everything for a shot at the truth? 10 steps to tame the nerd. But who will be tamed in the end?

When a freak accident claims her life, Riley finds herself inexplicably aboard a strange spaceship, joined by seven other souls who perished at the same moment. Initially terrified, they gradually forge a bond in this unexpected afterlife, transforming the sterile vessel into a haven of camaraderie. Their newfound peace is shattered by the arrival of a cryptic message from a powerful entity known as AXIS. AXIS tasks them with a critical mission: journey to different worlds teetering on the brink of collapse, identify the source of their turmoil, and restore balance. The eight become unlikely saviors, traversing the cosmos and leaving legends in their wake. They are first sent to Sveethlad, a diseased world on the bring of breaking apart. They are tasked to save it. They will, but doing so would fundamentally test the bonds they've built the time they were in the spaceship and after a while they are sent to several more worlds to save. Their latest mission however, the Axis system would suffer a glitch, Riley would find herself transported to another world, seemingly on the brink of destruction, the only difference is that she had been sent there ten thousand years too late, and all her friends have become gods. It should be the best thing ever but many things are not right in this new world, most of the gods are asleep, one of them is missing and another one is dead. Riley would have to find out what happened to her friends in the time she was gone, why they became they way they are and if, perhaps it was all inevitable from the start.

when a uniquelly trouble maker girl who want to live her life normal like others get involved into a magic missions unknowingly by her destiny , and she was unknown about her missions and what future holds for her. everything is unexpected in her life even destined future # her love how her love chemistry happend. will she able to protect world? she will be able or not to live likr normals what happen in her life by her destiny. what she meant to be? she is in a story which end is not defined. what her future hold for her?

Seven years ago, due to a misunderstanding ,Cate despaired and went abroad. Seven years later ,an accident brought her back and she designed a reunion. ''Jael Sweeny, I want to give birth to a monkey for you!" She seized every opportunity regardless of occasion,place,or time,just to have a child. Originally just a transaction with no love or hate involved ,she found herself deeply involved again. Past events,new loves,and old loves ,the secrets buried by time will once again cause waves. ''Jael Sweeny, I lost again!"The truth surfaced ,but Cate didn't know where to go. she prepared to escape with her bag,but was held in someone's arms. ''You said you wanted to give birth to child for me,and now you want to leave after provoking me?" If you want to escape ,then give birth to another son for me!"

Zara Blake, the first daughter and heiress of Blake Bank Inc. has just been publicly disgraced and extricated from her family, much to the pleasure and satisfaction of her step mom and half sisters. But what happens when what seems to be a curse turns out to be not just one, but two blessings? Zara stumbles upon Kai Frost, the leader of a notorious gang in Imperial City. Will she manage to snag the heart of the unloving mafia boss? And when she comes within the royal radar, Zara finds herself in a spotlight she had never imagined attainable. Will she bend under the pressure, or dance to its tunes? But amidst all of this, Zara discovers that she can finally take revenge on those who underestimated her. “I can have each of them threatened and tortured until they fear you”, a love interest had told her. “Why be a part of them, when you can buy them all?”, her other love interest said. Zara smiled, a sneer that no one would have expected of the devoted heiress. Game on. #Ruthless MC #Slow burn #Face slapping #Steamy romance #r18

A guy who wanted lead a peaceful life by living an ordinary life gets taken into chaos by his suitor who was longing for him for his whole youth. A love story between two people who were trying to protect what they had the most and that is the only common thing between them.

In Terra's enchanting and mysterious world, Alpha has never experienced the simple joys that many take for granted - happiness, companionship, freedom, or love. Instead, his existence has been marred by regret, confinement, and struggle. After unwillingly confronting a nearly omnipotent entity against his will, as well as being treated as a mere plaything, he is unexpectedly granted an opportunity to escape the grim fate that awaited him at the end of his first life. However, this new lease on life comes with a price: Alpha must embark on a journey to an unknown era in the distant past, a time when some of the mightiest mortals and beings roamed the planet. His mission? To gather the strongest mortals in a vain attempt to challenge the Demon King Lucifero, who is in his infancy stages of power. To complicate matters even more, in his final moments of life, Demon King Lucifero bound both of them together by fate itself, ensuring that wherever Alpha goes, they are inevitably destined to meet and clash. With fate dictating his path, Alpha must navigate a game far beyond his understanding, slowly unraveling its intricacies as he explores the unknown world. With nothing holding him back, Alpha will struggle to discover the essence of humanity while preparing for a three-sided conflict older than the gods themselves that threatens to alter the fabric of existence itself. Follow Alpha as he earns his title as "Fate Breaker."

In a world torn apart by magic, war, and ancient history, the lives of three unlikely heroes intertwine in ways they never imagined. Celia, a girl haunted by her resemblance to the Queen of Curses, longs for a place to belong. Despite the hatred she faces, her unyielding compassion drives her to protect the innocent, even at great personal risk. Kaiser, heir to the Asura Kingdom’s throne, has turned his back on his royal lineage. Cunning and emotionally guarded, he hides a heart scarred by betrayal and loss. As the shadow of a cruel cult looms larger, Kaiser's thirst for revenge threatens to consume him. Lucas Reinhardt, the God's chosen sorcerer with a haunted past, is a beacon of humor and courage to his friends. But beneath his carefree demeanor lies a soul deeply wounded by loss, making him fight harder to shield those he holds dear. As their paths converge, the trio must navigate a world of broken kingdoms, unspoken truths, and a rising darkness. With demons lurking in the shadows and a cult bent on destruction, their choices will shape not only their fates but the future of their world. The Last Step is a tale of resilience, revenge, and the fragile bonds of friendship forged in the face of despair. In a land where magic can both destroy and heal, can these three stand against the tide—or will their pasts drag them into the abyss?

story with a mix of reincarnation, romance, and aristocratic drama! Freda, who is struggling with her own identity and desires, navigating both the magic-filled world around her and her complex emotions. It captures her growth,. There's also romance, confusion, and destiny, as Freda experiences an intense emotional reaction to meeting someone who she recognizes from her past life.

Jinwoo Lee’s life has been shaped by loss and loneliness. Orphaned at a young age, he was adopted by a wealthy but emotionally distant family, only to discover their dark secret: they are professional assassins. Drawn into their shadowy world, Jinwoo stumbles upon a mysterious book titled 5 Steps to Be a Hitman, a guide that transforms his understanding of survival, power, and morality.

“I'd give you my soul, if that's what you want.” Eleven. Silver locks. Amethyst eyes. Shiny skin. Blood sweeter than wine. Most sought after 'good' in the Kingdom. She was everything a man would need, and also everything a man would kill to have. Whoever touched Eleven's hair would be granted good things. Whoever plucked her eyes out would get gems richer than the kingdom's currency. Whoever scrapped her skin would be getting a warm coat. Whoever tasted her blood would be granted immortality. She was a Goddess. Goddess of Life. * “I'd burn the fucking world for you, if that's what you want.” Zeiss. A rare man. Has the power of invisibility. The power to turn anything into flames. The power to end a person's life with just thoughts. The power of all wicked things a person wouldn't wish to have. The same world he promised to give her, the same world he would burn to the ground, if she wished for it. He was a God. The God of Death. When Zeiss meets the sought after Goddess of Life. He is reminded everything about his mother. Her silver locks and her eyes that shone brighter than gems and diamonds. Eleven, a woman who spoke to him like no other. A woman who made him believe he had a soul in him after he had thought he had none left. A woman who could bring him life and also be his damnation. The first and only woman he was loved by and ever loved.

Dwayne saved a cat. He did it out of love, not knowing that the cat is the thousand-year-old god of love. The god was touched by his actions and granted him the power to see the fated strings. He also gave Dwayne a mission to rekindle love in the hearts of humans. In other words, he has to play as a matchmaker! Dwayne vehemently refused! But the god of love promised to fulfill his wish. And he was tempted. For his comatose mother, Dwayne agreed to do the missions. Until one day… [Ding! A new mission was issued to the host!] Dwayne: What is it? [Mission: Your fated partner has arrived. Please become lovers with him.] Dwayne: My partner? Wait, who? Let me see! Is she a beauty? ... Huh? ‘Him’? What do you mean, ‘him’? [Your fated partner is a male.] Dwayne: llkhrwfbhsfdyw!!!! [This will be your last mission. When completed, the god of love will fulfill your wish.] Dwayne: …… Who is he? [Partner information: Raven McGrden, the CEO of Vermillion Garden Corporation. The co-founder of Scarlet Garden, a famous underground syndicate. The illegitimate son of one of the famous richest families in the world who paved his way to success by plotting the deaths of all his family members in gruesome ways.] Dwayne: …. Can I request a fated partner change?

The journey of Mr Luka Fabio, a detective under Era organization,discovering the story behind the murder of his brother Escarbo just began, as his commander assigned him a task in Detroit to find out the plans of the minions of his brother's killer. On the other hand Myra Cairo is a prosecutor and advocate of crime and homicide investigations and was suddenly partnered with an old friend and hades himself Mr Luka after getting caught up in her sister's crime. Would they answer the long intended question of who is the killer?

The Sovereign of the Heart A sovereign born from love He forged the world with broken hands He crafted life from threads of dreams, For in his heart, there bloomed a seed The Seed of Love shaped from Obsession and greed And in his soul, a shadow grew— A yearning deep, unknown, and true. For all the life he’d once bestowed, He felt the weight of love erode, And in the quiet, darkened hours, He longed for death’s cold, Love He sought the stillness, to exist in the dark And found peace in death's embrace. For love, he gave the world its breath, Yet For love, he also brought it death The sovereign of the Heart A sovereign lost, forever. A cycle repeats forever. (I don’t own the cover. Pls try this out it’s more than just brain rot I hope maybe not lol.)

the story of seven young teenagers and their absolute animosity for each other proceeds as the representative of all highschool education invites the countries prodogies to compete for best school and ultimately the best prodigy as we follow the origins of our protagonist and their struggles to win among the countries best from unforseen relationships to near death experiences. The seven calamities discover their true potential and also a family linking mystery that either leads to freedom or death, will they survive from highschool to adulthood?

Accidentally transmigrated into a novel world merged with multiple cliché female-oriented stories. All I need to do is change four female protagonists' negative perceptions of men, and I can return to reality with a hundred million reward. I thought this would be my path to fortune, but as time passed, Ji Mu gradually noticed something wasn't quite right. "System, didn't you tell me these female leads extremely despise men, and that even if I get close to them, we'd only ever be pure friends?" Looking at the blushing faces before her...

In the grim streets of a city plagued by crime and despair, Vincent Crowe finds himself a shattered man, consumed by grief and fueled by vengeance. After the gang known as The Scourge brutally took his younger sister, Lily, from him, Vincent has ridden the harrowing waves of loss, stripping him of his family, his identity, and a sense of purpose. As the haunting memories of that tragic night lurk in the shadows of his mind, hope glimmers when he stumbles upon tales of the Heart of Nyx, a fabled artifact said to possess extraordinary power and the potential to right his wrongs. Determined to reclaim his sister and restore his lost legacy, Vincent plunges into the perilous depths of the city's underbelly. The hunt for the Heart leads him not only into dangerous encounters with mercenaries and crime lords but also tempts him with the very darkness he aims to conquer. Along the way, he uncovers unsettling truths about the artifact, secret societies, and unexpected allies who share stories of grief, loss, and redemption. As Vincent battles the demons of his past while navigating the treacherous landscape of power and deception, he must weigh the cost of his quest. Will the Heart of Nyx grant him the means to confront The Scourge and bring Lily home, or will it lead him deeper into chaos and despair? Vincent's journey becomes a race against time, forcing him to reckon with his inner turmoil and the fragility of hope in a world that threatens to swallow him whole.

One story, two paths. This world is constantly changing, but one thing will always stay the same. No matter what, people will do what they wish, for better or worse. Titles blend, alliances change, and actions will always speak louder than words. Follow our main characters as they navigate a magical world, choosing their own way of life.

The hero returns to the empire a dragon’s corpse dragged back. Armor askew. They trudge their way back body tired and broken. Home. They expect gratitude. They expect many things like a higher title. What they did not expect was to become the Royal Guard for the First Princess of the Ixmtaraza Empire. Isabella Desdemona. The hero is pulled into confusing politics and relationships within the castle walls. While without the empires converge and allies are made that could break the Ixmtaraza Empire. 18+ for excessive violence and other triggering content.

Seeing the path is one thing, walking it is another

After the abduction of his mother Alex is thrown into a world he didn't know existed. A world that has been hidden from humans for hundreds of years. Here he discovers he's roots and he's true origin