Spirit Horse Gets Captured

In the dazzling world of haute couture, Alessandra Ricci reigns supreme. A supermodel adored by millions, she commands runways and magazine covers with effortless grace. But behind the glamor lies a woman trapped in gilded chains, bound by duty to marry Luca Corsini, her family’s golden son and a billionaire untouched by their mafia ties. Matteo Corsini, the dark horse of the Corsini family, thrives in the shadows of the underworld. Ruthless and unapologetically dangerous, he’s carved his own empire within the mafia, far removed from Luca’s pristine world. Yet when Alessandra enters his life, she disrupts the order Matteo clings to. Her fiery independence and unapologetic spirit ignite a forbidden passion he cannot deny. For Alessandra, Matteo is everything she shouldn’t want—a man steeped in darkness and danger, the opposite of her safe, predictable fiancé. But the intensity of his gaze and the unspoken understanding between them pull her into a world she’s tried to avoid. As tensions rise, Viktor Castellano, Matteo’s closest ally and confidant, becomes both a voice of reason and a mirror to Matteo’s struggles. Their bond, forged in the fires of loyalty and shared battles, is tested as Matteo’s obsession with Alessandra threatens to blur the lines between family loyalty and personal desire. In a world where alliances are fragile and betrayal is deadly, Matteo must choose between his devotion to Alessandra and his loyalty to the Corsini name. Will their love be worth the price of war, or will it destroy them all? Captured by Shadows is a seductive tale of ambition, betrayal, and a love too fierce to resist, set against the backdrop of high fashion and mafia intrigue. --- Excerpt “You smell like him.” Alessandra froze, her heart thundering as Matteo’s eyes darkened. “Did he force you?” he asked, voice like a blade wrapped in silk. She shook her head. “No.” “But you didn’t want it,” he said quietly—like a truth he already knew. He stepped closer, his presence devouring the room. “You left your penthouse in the middle of the night,” he murmured. “Why?” Alessandra didn’t answer. She couldn’t. Because she had already run—straight to him. Matteo’s gaze pinned her in place. “You came here to forget,” he said. “To let me erase him.” And maybe she had. Because with him, nothing else mattered. Not the past. Not the pain. Only the storm he brought with every step.

Syn, a guard in service to the ninth-in-line princess of a vast mega space station called "kingdom", finds his life turned upside down when their ship is suddenly attacked by space pirates. Amid the chaos, Syn is shocked to discover that the leader of the pirates is someone from his past—a person he knows all too well and the others along with her, came back to reclaim him. # Has femdom elements. FLs are strong Harem #18+ , threesomes no ntr, no yuri.

If it hadn't been a misdiagnosis for a terminal illness, she wouldn't have dared to mess with him even if she had ten thousand guts. "Mr. Huo, shall we play a game of heartbeats?" ... The next day, there were two more red booklets. "What... what are these?" "Permits for legally having a second child." And just like that, a single heartbeat game turned her into Mrs. Huo, and from then on, she had a god-like husband and was accompanied by a cute little bun...

In a world where humans and spirits coexist, power isn’t inherited—it’s awakened. Every year, young students across the nation gather at elite academies to undergo the Awakening Ceremony—a ritual that reveals their Spirit Affinity and grants them a Rank, ranging from the lowly E to the legendary S. Those with high ranks are destined to become Spirit Tamers, Exorcists, or even Royal Guardians. Those with low ranks… are forgotten. But when Jin Ryo, a quiet, determined teen, awakens with a Rank: Zero, everything changes. Mocked, discarded, and labeled as worthless, Jin’s fate seems sealed—until a mysterious event unlocks a hidden truth: Sometimes, the strongest spirits choose the weakest vessels. With ancient forces stirring and a forbidden power awakening within him, Jin begins a journey that defies rank, challenges destiny, and reveals the hidden war between light… and the abyss.

“Do you weep for me, my teacher?” She whispered. I pressed my lips to her shaking hand and was transported back to when I first met her thirty years earlier. “Yes, majesty. I weep for you.” I replied. “And I weep for my soul. I failed to protect you, and I deserve damnation for it.” My queen smiled, her blood-spattered face serene in the red haze of blood and smoke. “No, Lukas, you have fulfilled your duty. And you will serve me again in the glorious halls of our gods.” “With all my heart,” I whispered. Tears glittered in her eyes, “Call me by my name?” She asked, her voice quiet, weak. “Like you did when I was a little girl.” “Anna.” At the end of the world, a mage held his student in his arms as the light left her eyes. At the end of the world a mage stared down his attacker. At the end of the world, a mage died. And woke up thirty years before the end of the world. He's been given a second chance. And this time he's going to do it right.

Liu Xuefeng was a normal boy who had it all planned: get to the same university as his best friend Tianshi and win her love, spending the rest of his life with her. Too bad, even though she liked him too, her rich parents opposed their relationship. The school trip to the mountains was supposed to deepen their relationship, but... An accident broke them apart. He saved her from falling down the cliff but ended up falling to his death himself and ended up reincarnating into a Cultivation World, full of dangers and mysteries. He didn't know though that Tianshi died as well and followed after him, entering the same world. Will the two meet again and share their love without any restrictions? Or will he succumb to the world's temptations, thinking he will never meet her again? .......................... This is my first book ever written so please excuse the poor writing. I'm slowly editing it but it takes time. Once you reach later chapters, the quality gets much better. Book 2 of SC called Against Heaven's Will is the continuation of this book so make sure to check it out after you finish this one. Support Author -> Patreon.com/Piokilek Author's Insta -> instagram.com/piokilek Discord channel -> discord.gg/mFmYwyT

Ren Arashi, a legendary assassin known as the White Reaper, finds himself facing a different kind of judgment after death. Instead of eternal damnation, he awakens in the strange and vibrant Spirit World, a land filled with lost souls and curious creatures. He's thrust into a high-stakes competition called the "Spirit World Gameshow," where players compete for a chance at reincarnation. With his carefree yet loyal Soul Guard, Hinata Yushiro, Ren must navigate a series of challenges and quests. Using his Skills, Ren must outwit and outmaneuver his opponents. But the Gameshow holds dark secrets, and the line between competition and manipulation blurs. As Ren delves deeper, he questions the true purpose of the Gameshow. Can he trust the enigmatic Soul Guards? Who are the mysterious creators behind this bizarre competition? And will Ren embrace his newfound powers and carefree spirit to conquer the Gameshow and win the ultimate prize: a second chance at life?

Humanity was destroyed at the hands of gods. Every human died or should have died. One survived. One human who did not care for other humans and did not want revenge survived the attack. He became something known as a Harbinger. Harbingers are beings that are beyond normal understanding. Even the gods cannot control them. Clive Belmont, a teenager who survived the attack of the gods, set out on a journey to find peace and unravel the mystery of the System that made him a Harbinger. His journey would be long but as a Harbinger, he will not face many problems. He will harvest and become stronger in order to break free from the shackles of System and control the entire System.

James Hitchcock's betrayal by his wife and daughters started his hell. As time went by, he could never pick himself back up and died on the street in his old age. The goddess of time had watched the once kind-hearted man lose everything but still pushed forward even when his life never improved. In the realm of life and death, she asked James if he wished to have a do-over from when everything started falling apart. She is willing to give him three gifts of his choosing. To do as he pleases with. *Warning: This has mind control and mind manipulation* Mc will sleep with women who meet his standards while using it. But do not worry, he won't be stealing women.

Ein was a hitman for hire—a shadow in the night, a death with insomnia, if you will. He had spent a lifetime turning away from care and affection, ignoring the deep-down ache to be held gently just once. To love without fearing it might crash. To live daring to hope for better days. But having fought through everything bitter, survived up until this point, what was the point? There was nothing sweet for a killer. His life had no value, not even enough to try and end it himself. Even as Ein moved into his thirties, he was all but simply moving towards the inevitable end—just like the ends he’d caused. Ein had watched the life drain from dozens. Seeing a soul popping out of a dead body was a first. And it wasn't just any soul—it had to be an irritatingly loud ghost, impossible to get rid of, and even harder to hate. ✧ ✧ ✧ Adriel wasn’t one to let things go easily. He’d lived running from himself, bending backwards to keep things calm and people satisfied. But they never were. Going to bed, he’d often glance at the starry sky and wish to vanish from society. To turn invisible to judgmental pricks. To get a chance to act unapologetically himself, not fearing rejection. All Adriel wanted was someone who could love him without any conditions, tolerate him no matter how ridiculous he was, stay by him even when his light was dim. But what he got was a sudden death in a grimy alleyway. How could it be? Dying! Without any warning! Before he could find love! What a waste! Outraged by such a cruel turn of events, Adriel clawed at the reality, demanding life take him back. He would do anything to live again, fix his life and get a happy ending. Even if it meant pestering a grumpy hitman with manners as dry as the Sahara desert. _____ Disclaimer: This story is a very slow burn (possibly even emotional torture level >:D). So buckle up and enjoy the ride!

Emma has spent years staying unnoticed, but a chance encounter with a charming stranger threaten to unravel her carefully to hidden past. As danger looks, she must decide or keep running or risk everything for a taste of normalay.

Ranma di reinkarnasi ke dunia crossover anime sebagai Kamijou Touma, bagaimana nasib Ranma yang sebelumnya penuh dengan kekacauan menjadi jauh lebih kacau di dunia yang baru? Tokoh dari banyak anime lain juga akan muncul di novel ini!

Abducted and forced into the world of human trafficking, Lucky endures the worst of the worst as a high-end plaything for the worst of the wealthy. One fateful night, she discovers something about herself that gives her hope, a chance to escape from the hell she lives in. With escape, Lucky experiences a life changing chance encounter, a kind of anonymous celebrity she never anticipated, and a very unexpected new identity. Fate is leading her down a path, one that leads her to realize that escaping alone was not enough. To truly be free, she will have to uncover her roots, and the secrets entangled within them. Claws will scratch far past the surface, digging deep into a web of deception and evil that threatens her very life and the lives of those she loves. What happens when this beautiful young woman, once a terrified victim, realizes that she is more powerful than she could ever have imagined? Now that she is surrounded by love and laughter, can she defeat the dark forces aligning against her? Will she find the courage to face the trauma of her past and free those still shackled to what she once accepted as her fate? Content Warning: ADULTS ONLY! This book contains some dark themes relating to the crime of human trafficking, forced sexual encounters, physical and emotional abuse, and violence. It is intended for a mature audience. Some content may be upsetting to survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Beware of two labrador retrievers that are very good at stealing hearts and treats! I am doing a major edit on this book and adding new chapters daily. The basic story has not changed, I am correcting spell check errors and such. I have also made some minor changes within the story itself, which I believe have improved the logical flow of the story and enhanced character development. 03/05/2025

50 years ago, a man awakened to become the first Spirit Lord. 30 years ago, Eric was born 15 years ago, he bore witness to the massacre of his clan by a group of Spirit Lords, obscured in masks. And now, he was accumulating funds such that he could awaken and solve the mystery of why his clan had had to die, while also getting vengeance.

After six years in Thailand, she vanished without a word, leaving behind the people's who once meant everything to her. Now, at 29, she lives in solitude on a remote farm, clinging to memories she can’t let go of. But while she hides in the past, they never stopped searching. When they finally find her, they refuse to let her disappear again capturing her to uncover the truth she’s been running from.

Is it possible to be born... concious? no rebirth, no body swapping, simply born able you think better than the average person? that isn't possible, not without reason. Ao hinote, a boy born with a such consciousness, needed to find out why, how and what reason was it was specifically him born with such a gift and learn about this unique world he's in while he's at it, from the looks of it... this world isn't what one would consider 'normal' in the slightest.

the world is full of spiritual miseries and dangers and the exorcist are here to keep things in order so humanity doesn’t find out about spirits.

He had his hands in his pockets as he walked quietly to school . Backpack slung lazily on his right shoulder as hw seemed to be mumbling to himself, he was lost in his own thoughts . " Where is it ......, I can ......smell it , but I can't find it " He mumbled to himself as he looked around to see if he could find the demonic spirit. Milo could see spirits ......, all spirits , that walk upon the earth , and not just that .....he could also kill them . And eat them too. No one else can see these spirits , only he can . Today, he missed most of math class to hunt for a particular spirit. It would probably add a few more weeks to his life . If he could find it that is.

Why Is everyone acting like they're alive, This must be a dream. I have no concept or a lot of knowledge just doing this for fun. and my spare time. This is a parallel time line. also it's going to get dark... Dark fantasy if you like it if you don't you can move along before you get shocked. so if you are interested join if not move along. I DO NOT OWN GAME OF THRONES Or ANYTHING THAT HAS ANYTHING TO DO WITH IT. IM JUST DOING THIS ON MY SPARE TIME.

Since the birth of her younger sister, Regina had been set aside from any form of attention, neglected to the point where she had to survive on her own. Katherine, her younger sister by 9 months, was a miracle baby by the state of law, and was showered with constant attention. Katherine used this to get whatever she wanted. Regina suffered at the hands of her ‘parents’ for years till her father announced Katherine to be married to a son of a family. Most likely a high status family both in business and-or in entertainment. Regina wanted this one thing to get out of the house, but it was given to her sister, jealousy filled her heart. Unknowingly, this marriage was given to her as Katherine did not want to marry a stranger, she'd rather marry a man like Kayden Valencia, the only son of the Valencia family. He is the king of the silver screen, a very high status to anyone of such a young age. But what happens when the stranger was in fact this mighty person? What about the truth that could be told just because a spoiled brat wanted it? ================ For the contest: Cupids Quill (Mar) This is my first time doing romance, as i'm more of a fantasy person, so do be patient as I figure it out. Thought I should get out of my comfort zone for once and a while. If ya think something is wrong or there is plot holes, don't be afraid to tell me. I'll correct it over the chapters.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if your mother was a horse? Of course you have, don't try to deny it. Read this story to find out exactly how your mother was put in this situation. Are you still denying you have wondered about your mother being a horse before? Coward.

A street-hardened prize fighter and her childhood friend, a thief addicted to adrenaline, find themselves embroiled on opposite sides of an ancient spiritual war. When the world begins to crumble, they discover that there are two sides to the battle: those who rebuke the darkness and those who choose to embrace it. Granted unparalleled power and surrounded by the supernatural, the two friends must decide for themselves what is right. Or do they even get a choice at all?

The story takes place in a world where humanity faces relentless attacks from spirits, and an organization known as the Spirit Hunters Organization (SHO) is tasked with defending humanity. The story follows Noah, an orphan who possesses extraordinary spirit-hunting abilities. After enrolling in the SHO, he quickly rises through the ranks to become a Special Grade hunter. Now, Noah finds himself assigned to unit SG-04, a specialized team consisting of four SPECIAL GRADE hunters.

The worst thing to happen to me was a horse. A horse, you asked? Yes, a one of a kind, a Belgian Draft talking mare named Elly. I was separated from my platoon after a unexpected firefight when she captured me against my will. Who was this talking mare and why does she want anything to do with me, a lowly corporal in the US Army during America's invasion of Iran. She said she needed my help and wouldn't take no for an answer. Nor will she let me out of her sight, even for a moment. Better to stick with her I reasoned than take my chances with local residents and roaming militia on the hunt for lone American soldiers like me in the besieged city of Ahvaz. When I do finally get back to my platoon the first question they'll ask is; "James Smelly, what the hell have you been doing with that horse."

Lin Chuyi, after meticulously selecting for three years, chose a high-quality boyfriend, only to be cheated on a month into the relationship. She decisively broke up with him and immediately took the place of the Ye Family's daughter, marrying the heir of a wealthy family, Sheng Tingyuan. She planned to leave gracefully when the Ye Family's real daughter returned. Sheng Tingyuan blocked her path, "You lied to me and now you want to run away?" Lin Chuyi, "Don't you hate it the most when people lie to you? Should I not run and wait for you to deal with me?" Sheng Tingyuan pressed her into a corner, "You're not 'other people,' wife."

On the eve of her marriage, her engagement was broken, and she was also fired from her company, transforming her from a bride-to-be into an unemployed single woman. Even worse, the luxury apartment she rented was burglarized in the middle of the night! However, she found the thief very handsome and familiar. It turned out to be him, the renowned Wall Street playboy! On his first day back in the country, his car was almost destroyed due to the sudden appearance of her wedding dress. In the evening, he returned to the mansion he had bought many years ago and found a female thief living inside! "Hey, be polite! You're just a renter! How dare you call me a thief?" he complained angrily. Yet, surprisingly, he gradually fell in love with her. Would he finally shed his reputation as a "playboy" for her? ...