Graves Betrays Shepherd

David was once a man of wealth and prestige, living a seemingly perfect life. But beneath the surface of success, betrayal festered like a wound waiting to be torn open. The wife he adored, the brother he trusted, and the family he sacrificed for all turned against him. Their treachery destroyed not only his spirit but his body—leaving him crippled, abandoned, and with nothing left to live for. In his final act of defiance, David orchestrated their deaths, yet vengeance did little to heal the wounds carved deep into his soul. With nothing left, he welcomed the abyss, ending his own existence… only to awaken anew. Reborn in a realm beyond mortality, David found himself in a divine world ruled by celestial beings—the very gods who had watched him suffer without mercy. But he was no longer the broken man they had ignored. He was something else. Something darker. Something far more powerful. With his memories intact and new abilities awakening, David vowed to shatter the hierarchy of the divine. He would bring the gods to their knees, enslaving them, bending them to his will, and exacting the ultimate retribution upon those who had forsaken him. He would turn the divine realm into his personal dominion of vengeance, where once-mighty deities would serve, obey, and kneel before their new master. But in his quest for ultimate power, will he remain a man seeking justice, or will he become a monster greater than the gods themselves? Author’s Thought: Inspired by Reverse Insanity, I aim to craft scenarios far darker and more twisted than even Gu Yue Fang Yuan, the Great Love Immortal Venerable, has ever devised. I will depict the truest nature of humanity—its rawest instincts, its deepest desires, and the relentless pursuit of power. Through this story, I shall showcase the essence of a truly living being—one unshackled by morality, untouched by mercy, and driven solely by the will to survive and dominate.

Imprisoned for thousands of years, Asuren Nightgloom, from out of the blue, had been set free. Sleeping for almost a hundred years, Thea Gailbreeze, at long last, had been awakened. Both had the same mission. Save the Fairy Realm. They messed up before and ended up in that grave situation. Now that they got out of their confinement, they vowed to finish their disrupted mission. Will they be stronger together and save the Fairy Realm? Or will they burden one another and mess up one more time?

Melanie Collins was the perfect wife—caring, strong, and dependable. For the last few years, she had managed her husband’s messy family, and business alone while waiting for her husband to return from studying abroad. But when he finally came back, Melanie’s world fell apart—he wasn’t alone. Along with him was his 'best' friend. Broken and confused about the change in her husband, Melanie didn’t know where to turn. And then she stumbled into another cold reality. Everything she had believed was a lie. Seething with anger and humiliation, as she tried to come to terms with the betrayal, an unexpected person steps into the picture, intent on seducing her and conquering her. The only problem? The man was her ex brother in law... And against her better judgment, she is attracted to this bad boy... But as Melanie tried to make sense of the changes, she discovered there was more going on than she ever imagined. Had both brothers loved really fallen in love with her? Or was she just a pawn in a bigger game? excerpt Since he had already been leaning against the table, he simply slid onto it, and with one swift motion, he hooked his boot around the leg of her chair and pulled it—pulled her—closer.The sudden movement made her jolt slightly, and when she looked up or rather when she looked ahead, she found herself staring directly at the zipper of his jeans... She looked up then and met his gaze. He caught her chin," Would you like to check if I am only pretending, sweet melon?"Melanie stiffened. And then pushed back her chair suddenly, so that Adam almost lost his balance, as she stood up. Before he could balance himself, she placed her hand on his shoulder, her fingers brushing against his neck.  Adam stiffened, his eyes glittering as he waited to see what she would do next. And she, of course surprised him as her other hand, slowly settled on the inside of his thigh. And then, the hand on his shoulder started to move. Her fingers tracing the side of his neck before lifting as she shot a glance to the corner of his mouth. The little piece of metal glinting there. She flicked at it lightly, barely a touch, but Adam could feel the heat all over his body, as she leaned in close, her lips barely a few centimetres away...so that they could both feel each other's breaths… She smiled slowly then. "Careful, Adam," she murmured, her voice playful, but carrying the unmistakable edge of a challenge. "Keep pushing, and I just might call your bluff."

[MATURE CONTENT] Abigail Snow accidentally caught her fiancé being intimate with her sister. She learned that her fiancé had only used her to advance his business and had never truly loved her. Heartbroken, Abigail called off the engagement and left everything behind to start a new life with nothing. At her lowest point, she met Sawyer, a hidden tycoon who helped her rebuild her life and seek justice against those who made her suffer. As Abigail begins to fall in love with Sawyer, his childhood sweetheart reappears, causing doubt and confusion for her. *** Excerpt: Whoever this man was, he was her savior. If he hadn’t held her hand and pulled her, she might have become dead meat and gone straight to the afterlife. "Thank you so much, good sir," Abigail said softly as she finally looked up to see him. Abigail was stunned. "But I'm not planning to commit suicide. I tripped over my own feet,” she continued, avoiding eye contact. She stared at his chest—her line of sight only reaching his sturdy chest. “It sounds better to hear that, Miss. Because I don’t want to go to the police station to become a witness, or they might wrongly accuse me as a suspect,” he said with a sarcastic tone that caused Abigail to stifle a laugh. "Sir, I’m so grateful you helped me. You are my savior. I owe you my life—" Abigail paused, taken aback by her own words. How could she make such a deep vow to this man!? This man might take advantage of her if he was a bad person. Right? "Alright, young lady, you’re supposed to release your tight embrace on me. You’re safe now." Abigail was utterly shocked to hear his words. She only realized she was still in his arms, her hands tightly wrapped around his waist, and her entire body pressed against him. They were so close—close enough to hear his loud heartbeat. She quickly took a few steps back. _____ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back (Completed) 7. Betrayed by Fiance, Embraced by Hidden Tycoon (Serializing) _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> FB Page: Author_Purplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver _____ Notes: The book cover belongs to the author. Please don't reuse it!

Ein junger Reisender, der die Erleuchtung von einer anderen Zivilisation erhält, ist auf einer Mission, um seinen geliebten Mentor zu retten. Auf seiner Suche nach der ultimativen Wahrheit reist er viel und erlebt unterwegs einige unvorhersehbare Begegnungen. Wird es ihm gelingen, seinen Mentor zu retten, oder wird sein Weg entgleisen?

In his past life, Lu Ye, the Nine-Lives Celestial Lord, was envied by all—not only for his rare gift of nine lives but also for having eight peerless empresses by his side. But who would have imagined that just as he was about to ascend as a Heavenly Dao Saint, those very empresses would strike him down together, shattering his ambitions in an instant? The Nine Heavens Sword Maiden: "For years, I was known only as your sword servant. I am the Lord of the Nine Heavens Sword, not a shadow of your glory. Lu Ye, you deserve to die!" The Red Lotus Fairy: "Senior Brother, if not for you, I could have lived an immortal life with him. I don’t care for immortality—I only wanted him!" The Vermilion Bird Demon Emperor: "You slaughtered my kin under the guise of protection. The one who harmed me most... was always you!" But fate had other plans. Time rewound, and the eight empresses returned to the past with full knowledge of their betrayal. They were free—free to pursue their own desires without him. Yet this time, Lu Ye had learned his lesson. If the melon is forcibly twisted, it won’t be sweet. So, he decides not to twist it anymore. Now, he wants to see how these women will live their stunning lives without him!

The Last Betrayal Elias was nothing more than a desperate man looking for a way out of poverty. When a reckless decision to rob a casino owned by the infamous Black Sun Syndicate goes horribly wrong, he is thrust into a world of crime, violence, and power beyond his imagination. Given a brutal ultimatum by the mafia’s ruthless leader, Dominic Graves, Elias is forced to become a pawn in their deadly game—or die. As Elias descends deeper into the underworld, his once-innocent soul becomes stained with blood. What begins as a struggle for survival soon ignites an insatiable hunger for power. Robbery turns to murder. Betrayal becomes second nature. With every crime, Elias sheds the weak man he once was, rising through the ranks of the criminal empire. But ambition is a double-edged sword, and in the world of the mafia, loyalty is a myth. When his growing greed drives him to challenge even the untouchable Dominic Graves, Elias sparks a war—one that pits him against rival syndicates, corrupt officials, and the very government that seeks to eradicate him. But in a world built on deception and brutality, is there ever a true victor? As his enemies close in and his past sins return to haunt him, Elias must confront the ultimate question: Will he die as a king or fall as another forgotten pawn in the empire of shadows? A dark, thrilling journey into the depths of crime, Empire of Shadows explores the cost of power, the corruption of the soul, and the inevitable downfall of those who dare to claim the throne of the underworld.

Objects from beyond the Earth have fallen; eyes of crimson see through the cosmos. All the stars in the sky are enemies of humanity. They call me a false god, but only I fly above. The world is sick, gravely so. I will heal it.

A young traveler who receives enlightenment from another civilization is on a mission to save his beloved mentor. In his journey to seek the ultimate truth, he travels extensively and along the way, he experiences some unpredictable encounters. Will he be able to save his mentor or will his path be derailed?

I, Zhang San, am absolutely a good person! I swear by the eight generations of my ancestors! What!? My ancestral grave just exploded!?

On the engagement night, after being betrayed by her fiancé, Ye Shu decisively turns around to marry Shen Shaochen, the number one abstinent male god of Jin City, in a flash marriage. After marriage, she thought that just by quietly giving birth to an heir to the wealthy family, all would be well. Little did she know that serving the great demon king would be so frustrating. Quit smoking, quit drinking, quit gaming! Ye Shu silently grits her teeth and endures, and on the day the baby is born, she brings the divorce agreement, "Mr. Shen, the task of bearing a child is completed, please sign the divorce." Shen Shaochen: "Mrs. Shen, the agreement didn't say that only one child would be enough..." Ye Shu begs for mercy, "Husband, I was wrong! I won't divorce anymore." (1V1, both male and female leads are clean and committed.)

Camila had spent her life in the shadows of the Silver Crest Pack, an Omega servant destined to be unseen—until fate intervened. When she turned eighteen, she discovered her mate was none other than Hayden Carter, the Alpha’s son and heir. For one fleeting moment, she thought love had rewritten her fate. But secrets have a way of unraveling. Betrayed. Framed. Pregnant. When a web of lies makes Hayden turn his back on her, Camila is left with no choice but to flee for her life. With Alpha Carter’s ruthless warriors on her trail and a deadly conspiracy threatening everything she holds dear, survival becomes her only mission. But running is only the beginning. As dark forces close in, Camila must decide—fight for the future she was denied or surrender to the fate others have chosen for her. Will she reclaim her destiny, or will the past destroy her before she even has a chance?

“P-please let me go..” I stammered and before I knew it, I was word vomiting while crying. “—I won’t return. You won’t ever see me again. I know you don’t want me as a mate. You hate me, so please let me go.” I cried out. Cain’s jaw tightened with each word that left my lips “What gave you the idea that you have the power to choose what you want?” His voice was low, “You don’t get to decide what, how, and when you leave. Only I get to do that. You don’t get to leave me, you don’t get to run! You only leave when I want you to.” "I didn’t ask for this,” I whispered, trembling. “I didn’t ask to be your mate.” Cain stepped back, “Neither did I,” he muttered under his breath. “But the bond doesn’t give us a choice, does it?” ~~~~ As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

Mara and Maria-Isabel have always been best friends. But while Mara is happily married to Ethan, Maria-Isabel is trapped in an abusive relationship. When Mara and Ethan help her escape, they never expect what happens next. One night, Mara walks in on a moment she never should have seen her husband and her best friend, locked in an intense, lingering gaze. "Tell me it’s not what I think," Mara whispers, her voice shaking. Maria-Isabel looks away. Ethan stays silent. Their friendship was meant to save Maria-Isabel. Instead, it may have destroyed them all. A story of love, betrayal, and a choice that will change everything.

Selene Valor, a pureblood vampire, entered a marriage of convenience with her husband Gabriel Valor to protect herself from relatives eyeing what was left of her family's wealth. Six months into their marriage, Gabriel is sent away to war to fight for the kingdom. As time went on, news of his victories spread across the kingdom and he was labelled a hero. Nearly six months later, Selene eagerly awaits the return of her heroic husband. Upon his arrival, Selene is faced with betrayal as he brings home a woman named Cassandra Avery, a human who he introduces as his lover. Selene is heartbroken and tries to save what was left of her marriage but soon there is news of Gabriel wanting to take Cassandra as his second wife. Selene is left with the choice of accepting Gabriel’s wishes and staying protected or seeking a divorce. After a heated argument, Selene turns to someone she never expected to be her saviour. She finds refuge with Lord Xavier Blackthorn, another pureblood who seeks her hand in marriage. Will she forgive her first love or move on to accept Lord Blackthorn’s love?

Pregnany Tanin's life falls apart when she experiences betrayal from the two closest people to her. her husband and sister. But when all hope seems to be lost, she gets a second chance. a chance to live again, correcting the mistakes of her past

Betrayed, rejected and humiliated in front of the council and seven kingdoms, Dahlia stood between life and death. Her mate, Prince Damian, had rejected her during their mating ritual and she had till sunrise to find a mate or she would be bound to Hades- the god of death. While Damian celebrated his engagement to her sister, Gwendyln, Dahlia was slowly dying. The sun was about to rise and no man was interested in mating with a rejected human girl. It was too late and she was bound to Hades for eternity. Fate throws an opportunity to Dahlia and she wakes up in the body of a girl that had drowned in the Cyre river several weeks ago. She had been given a second chance at life but at the cost of the souls of the people that had killed her and many others. ~~ "You're mine. Every single part of you yearns for me" he whispered against the nape of my neck. "I want you to crave my touch. Your insides will  throb at the sound of my voice" he growled as he sucked on my bare skin. "I'd rather die" I spat. "Death will never stop me" he boasted aloud. "I'll bring you back again so I can reclaim you till every inch of you belongs to me"....... Hey loves, this is my first book and I'm competing in WSA. I'm pretty nervous and would be extremely grateful if you support me.. Feel free to stalk me IG/Facebook: @Zee's Archive email: Autumnfever12@gmail.com

Alessia Moonstone had everything, love, power, and respect as the destined mate of Lorenzo Wolfe, Alpha of the Silvermoon Pack. But when betrayal strikes from the two people she trusted most, her perfect world crumbles. Cast out and broken, Alessia must navigate a dangerous wilderness, where survival is a battle of strength and wits. When a mysterious rogue named Nico Graves offers her a chance at revenge, Alessia’s journey takes a dark and thrilling turn. As she trains to reclaim her life, Alessia’s pain turns into a burning desire for vengeance. But can she rise above the heartbreak and betrayal to forge a new path, or will the shadows of her past consume her? In this seductive and suspense-filled opener, loyalties are tested, secrets come to light, and Alessia discovers that the road to revenge is paved with danger, and undeniable passion.

In the forgotten town of Black Hollow, an ancient mansion stands in eerie silence—abandoned, cursed, and untouched for decades. Locals whisper of the Forsaken, lost souls doomed to wander the decaying halls, their whispers carried by the cold night wind. When investigative journalist Elena Graves receives an anonymous tip about the mansion’s dark history, she is drawn into its mysteries. Determined to uncover the truth behind the chilling disappearances linked to the house, she embarks on a journey into its depths—only to find that some secrets should never be unearthed. As the shadows around her grow darker and the whispers turn into screams, Elena realizes she is not alone. The mansion is alive, feeding on fear, and something unseen watches her every move. Time bends, reality shatters, and she must confront the horrifying past that binds her fate to the Forsaken. Will she escape the grasp of the shadows, or will she become one of them? A gripping horror-thriller where nightmares take form and the past refuses to stay buried—Shadows of the Forsaken will haunt you long after you turn the final page.

When something is filled to the brim, it is common knowledge that it has hit its capacity – nothing else can go in without the risk of overflowing. But that's not the case for celestial beings, who have nothing inside them but greed for power and fame amongst themselves. So, this brings the question... What happens when your own God gets greedy? What happens, when the one you pray to every night... betrays you, and your world? A young man living in Seattle found himself asking this very question when he was abruptly thrown into a strange mix of strangers – a place which, frankly, he didn't belong to. Can he even begin to compare to these beasts, or will he remain weak and frail, like a worthless background character? Will he ever be able to catch up to the main characters? This is the story of that man... and his will to defy the expectations.

LGBTQ+ - BL | All-Ages Version In a kingdom, where opulence reigns and secrets pile high, the annual week-long founding festival and ball occur within the palace walls. Nobles from far and wide gather at the detached palace for nights filled with masquerade balls, lavish dinners, and whispered intrigues. Amidst the splendour of the gardens, Kaisan, an enchanting young man adorned in silk and lace, finds himself swept into a whirlwind romance when he encounters Rhaegal, a charming stranger lost in the revelry of the night. Mistaken identities lead to a fateful dance in the fountain, where laughter mingles with the sweet taste of wine and stolen kisses. As the festival unfolds, Rhae and Kaisan's bond deepens with each passing moment, their days filled with stolen moments of passion and deep bonds. But when a truth is revealed at the grand dinner on the final evening, betrayal shatters their fragile connection, leaving Kaisan adrift in a sea of despair and confusion. As Kaisan's fragile state threatens to consume him amidst the whispers of madness and rumours of tragedy, an offering of solace in the darkest of nights and unwavering devotion in the face of uncertainty may be the only path to healing. With each tender touch and whispered word, Rhae strives to reclaim the heart of the man he once abandoned, praying that their love will be enough to guide them through the darkest of nights and into the dawn of a new day.

Maiden, the outrageous escape artist! At the age of 14, she was forced to take refuge in the forest after being declared the number one fugitive, guilty of murdering her family. Nine years later, the maiden sang "Crazy, the only choice is to survive with hatred the thoughts on my mind could blow up the world. I'm willing to follow the death path, the path to graves, sprinkling drizzles of my curse. What is the point of trying? what is the point of hiding? These days, i think everyone will die because i will come for them" With hate that gave her great power, Maiden Houdini left the forest to become the nightmare lurking in the shadows of her enemies and her weird way of finding great pleasure was killing people with fear without actually killing them. The sweet-sounding sounds of weakness.. the lyrical implores... gorgeous terror-stricken eyes... It's only fair to leave people with fear when they treat you like villain.

The Prince of Macedonia wakes up from a nightmare, Zeus has given him a vision, a grave threat from the West, one that he has to prepare for, but how can he convince his father, his peers that this is a good choice? Zeus isn't even that trustworthy actually hehehe (sorry XD

An Apocalypse descends—as a lethal super-virus wipes out most of the human population. It took less than a day for the world to change forever—bringing mankind to its knees. It’s a time of misery and death for most, however, there are some who are lucky. Zane Graves, who came across a “Blood Crystal” is given an ability: [Dead Man Walking]—which grants him a special power, and so setting him off on his path to the top!

In her first life, she belonged to the highest authority in the land. She was her King's most used weapon. The shadow beneath the feet of his enemies. In the end, she betrayed her King for her people. The people betrayed her for their freedom. In her second life, she was once more a member of a high authority. She was her family's beloved princess. The light in their eyes. In the end, she was schemed against and fell to her death. What will happen when the betrayed weapon becomes the ruined princess instead? "Never give them what they want. Do the opposite. That's the best revenge. Live when you should be dead. Laugh when you should be sad."

Bound by a centuries-old peace treaty, the Atkinsons are one of the chosen families whose daughters are sacrificed to vampires to maintain the fragile truce between two worlds. Aurora is the current generation's sacrifice. She was supposed to become a vampire's pet. However, because of her defiance, she ends her life and wishes for the demise of the Atkinson, the family that controlled her entire life. However, what Aurora wanted didn't happen. Instead, a new soul awakens in her body, taking her burdens. Trapped in the same chains, the new Aurora doesn't want to follow the path laid before her. Now, she must navigate a deadly game of survival, rebellion in the shadow of her predecessor's sacrifice. Will the new Aurora escape? Or will she be trapped with a vampire that threatens her life and controls her choices?

Loving someone is not a wrong thing but loving the wrong person can lead your life to a turn from where you couldn’t return. Samantha wished she had never done this to anyone. But responsibilities put her in the whirlpool where your mind and heart can’t work together. She loved Alvin and betrayed him. But she wanted to explain everything, she wished she could get a chance to change her past. She has to pay for her sins in this life. Alvin truly loved her but ended up empty-handed. His prestige, money and love all vanished. It made him ruthless and arrogant. He became the one whom he never wished for. His life became a roller coaster ride of ups and downs. He finally got a chance to move on in his life but his past still hindered him. Would he give his hundred percent in a new relationship or his unfinished love win over his heart again? This story is about love betrayal and reconciliation. Samantha and Alvin will break many hearts and heal as well. How they would go through it. Let's read.

Kazuya Shirou never cared about the world—not his own, and certainly not someone else’s. A shut-in who had long abandoned reality, he spent his days lost in the glow of his screen. But when he suddenly awakens in a foreign land, summoned by desperate voices, he is thrust into a nightmare beyond his understanding.