Manhwa The Abandoned Empress

The charm of farming life in springtime is profound. Transmigrated into the life of a pregnant abandoned wife, Bai Ruozhu resolved to live off the land, the water, and the space, striving to prosper through farming and trading with her cute baby. In passing, she also hopes to find a handsome man to be a father to her child. But that masked demon, could you please stop climbing my window all the time? ====== Other completed works include "The Poison Doctor of the Noble House," "Fortune Meets Wisdom," "Reborn and Refusing to Marry the Wealthy," and more. With proven quality, you're welcome to jump right into these adventurous plots!

“I might be the God to whom all bow, but she is the Goddess whom this God worships." ... Cathain De Valerian Valentino, the emperor of the Valentino Empire, was reborn in the modern world, his empress by his side, yet she retained no memories of their previous, tragic life. What unfolds when a plane crash sends them hurtling back to the past, to the era of the esteemed Valentino Empire, and everything begins to change than the past he remembered? Is Cathain capable of protecting his empress, who is oblivious to this enchanted realm, while unraveling the mysteries of their sorrowful past? Or will all be lost once she regains her memories? Because no matter how gentle and soft he is with her now, he can't erase the obsessed and possessive man from her memories... the man who was the reason of the fall of her family, the death of her children... And the man who had executed her with his own hands, … Season 01: Saving The Abandoned Empress (Completed- 220 Chapters)

Zhang Fei was the second son of a wealthy family, and his family loved him except for one person. His big brother, Zhang He, was always jealous and envious of him. One day, Zhang He colluded with Zhang Fei's girlfriend, who was a greedy woman by nature. They drugged him and framed him, which got him kicked out of their family. Fortunately, Zhang Fei had a kind maternal grandmother, and she always believed him. Since then, he has lived with his grandmother and started a new life as an abandoned child. Two years after that incident, a little girl who fell from the sky changed Zhang Fei's life forever. She caused him to die for a few moments, but her guardian revived him, and she gave him two apology gifts that completely changed his life. From that day on, Zhang Fei lived a completely new life with his three different identities: human, demon, and fox beast. Tags : #R18?? #Dual_Cultivation #Romance #System #No_Netorare #Milf #Yuri (Threesome or more only) #Illicit #Harem #Multiple_Worlds #Multiple_Races

Turbulent start, warlordess in chaotic times. The heroine competes with many ambitious leaders in the battle for dominance over the land. Lin Zhihuang (formerly Lin Zhihuan) wakes up to a strange Da Ji dynasty, only to discover that she is now the eldest legitimate daughter of a magistrate household. Before she even adjusts to her new surroundings, she finds that the county town she lives in is already surrounded by tens of thousands of displaced refugees. OMG, while other heroines in transmigration stories start with household intrigue, her beginning opens directly into a hellish survival mode: a city under siege by refugees! Noble family clans head the government, ancient ceremonies and music are waning, and the peasants suffer. Mischief is done by the nobility in cornering all the knowledge, and the written word of this house is not even uniform. Into this mess steels Lin Zhihuang's resolve to do her part. She takes careful steps, thinking ahead at every turn, she seizes her father's power first and then fights for dominion over the entire realm. With her gifts, she steers all who depend on her through one crisis after another; now she attracts talented people with brilliant strategies to win them over. Day by day, she assembles her own political power and becomes a warlady, setting out on her conquest of the land as she navigates through this turmoil of a time. Can Lin Zhihuang bring boundless compassion to mend the world and bring peace and prosperity in the ruins and desolation of history? Watch as she, a woman, brings peace to the chaos, saves the people, and builds an unmatched legacy of conquest! Note: this is a female-led political intrigue novel. The heroine is not driven by romance and is totally fixated on her career, though there will be a romantic partner. Don't worry, the heroine is one to marry others but not marry out. Enjoy the ride !

Fame. Money. Love. All of this, Joe had for eighteen years, of his life. Until a tragic accident happened before the peak of his football career. Which destroyed it in only a few seconds. When everyone loved him, they left him alone, broken in a hospital bed. Before he could come back, he lost the last members of his family. Then his former club comes with allegations, of a broken contract from his fault, and he lost all the earned money. He was left, with nothing. For eight years, he lived from day to day studying, working, having rehabilitation for his injured knee. As they say, what one time is taken, is given back. As he accidentally becomes secretary of Megan Clark by everyone called Empress. His life changed drastically after it. He found love in his boss, who first say these words to him. ‘Secretary of the Empress’ is a story about love, which slowly grows in the main characters. Because of many things which they will meet in their journey of revenge and protecting each other. -------------------- While now great view on sky and city below show up, boss turned to me, and when she looked at my eyes, she said: “Joe, I have something to tell you.” “Yes, boss,” I said while looking at her eyes, and when she walked closer to me, we looked at each other eyes. She said, “I like you.” While hearing her words, I had no answer for this, and while I looked at her, I asked, “excuse me?” “I love you, I want you to be my boyfriend,” she said, and while I looked at her, I couldn’t believe that this has happened, and while my mind still processed her words, she looked at me, and then she said, “so what is your answer?” ------------------------- Daily upload at 8:30 and 18:00(server time) The cover is not mine.

Opening eyes, Aria's world gets upside down when she forgets everything, only to realize that she was more than a mere person. She was once the great icy empress but now she has to tread a world of danger and deceit. Armed with her special powers, as well as some fragments of sad memories of her past, Aria finds herself right in the heart of the fight for power. As she rises to the upper realm, she attracts attention from various factions that seek to control or eliminate her, some... helping her. Can Aria find out the truth and take her revenge before it's too late? or... was everything was going on as she planned. Find out everything while seeing how was her journey, and how she was able to achieves happiness she never hoped.

"Please, sister, get married with the Emperor of Dormia." My younger sister begged me to get married with the tyrant of Dormia. Octavious Dormia. A tyrant known as merciless in other continents but also worshipped by his people crazily. I, the daughter of the marquis of Pythasus, Tiana Pythasus, am forced to get married with that tyrant on behalf of my younger sister and to succeed the plan that my father and the emperor are plotting. Defeating Octavious Dormia and taking control of Dormia. I thought my kindness had led me to my destruction, but... "Did you get in any trouble on coming here? My wife..." He is the most gentle man I have ever seen! Everything I heard in Symestiaph..........is wrong?

This story depicts the journey of a boy who reincarnated into another world in the body of the son of a powerful Duke of almenia empire. Due to some past instances he had changed into a scum. He was abandoned by his family. After being reincarnated the Mc strives to change the opinion of the peope around him, and promises to repay the people who made his life hell. Follow the journey of mc from a bad guy to a hero (* Mc has talented elder sister as well as a brother) Academy element is included too.

Iris has been sheltered all her life by her loving family. She decides to travel the world but when she returns home she finds that all her family members dead and she's taken into slavery by the same people that destroyed her family. Iris suffers until one day she's beaten to death. She dies with so much hatred and vengeance for those that hurt her but little did she know that it's just the beginning. Iris is reborn in the body of a teenage girl who's a slave in a commander's home in the fantasy world. She's treated even worse than when she was on earth but one day she encounters the unexpected. Will she be able to change her fate or will she be destroyed just like in her previous life? Join Iris as she embarks on her journey of mystery and love

A young princess who rules in her own right strives to be the best ruler she can be for her people whilst navigating through the trials of love, duplicity, friendships, and warfare, her ultimate goal being to eventually become a powerful empress one day. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

Book 2 of The Nocthen trilogy. Five years have passed since the dreaded letter and Ana is now 12 years old. She continues to face the challenges in court, meanwhile, more support grows in favor of her cousin Mykhol. But as foreign invaders, the Bulgeons, encourage on their colonies with more than pillaging in mind, Ana must turn for aid in one of the last remnants of her mother's court, Admiral Nugen. The only human at court who may have more than a sense of duty to stay by Ana's side. Meanwhile, back in Dawny, Prince Nicoli struggles to find a way back into Ana's life after five years of silence on her end. Ever determined to reunite with his half-sister, he comes up with an ingenious plan that just has to work, despite Mykhol's and Queen Belinda's best wishes. But Queen Belinda has her own tricks up her sleeve and a resentment that only grows not against Ana but King Alexander, himself, who must choose between his children. Will Ana be able to manage these new challenges? And what about the strange rumors running around about Mykhol and her? Why is there talk of marriage? Secret engagements, a hidden love child, and a broken trust still loom over, doesn't Ana have enough to deal with?

Hi there. I'm Ruby, and I enjoy writing and reading. Dark fantasy is one of my favorite genres. I find the blend of supernatural elements and complex characters in dark fantasy novels to be captivating. The intricate world-building and unpredictable plot twists always keep me engaged. I was inspired to write this novel after reading a particularly gripping dark fantasy series and creating stories in my mind! I love exploring the darker aspects of human nature and the moral dilemmas that arise in these types of stories. The opportunity to delve into complex themes and create my own unique world is what drives my passion for writing dark fantasy. I aim to create a story that challenges readers' perceptions and takes them on a thrilling journey through a world filled with darkness and intrigue. Through my writing, I hope to evoke emotions and provoke thought, leaving a lasting impact on those who immerse themselves in my dark fantasy realm. As a new writer passionate about crafting captivating narratives, I believe collaboration and feedback are vital. Please support me by reading my work and sharing valuable insights to help refine my stories and reach their full potential in the realms of fantasy, romance, adventure, royalty, magic, and drama. Together, we can inspire a new generation of readers. Together, we can inspire a new generation of readers and create unforgettable worlds for them to explore.

When he opened his eyes, he encountered a strange scene. He did not know how to express. Everything had a different color. You could only see surprise in his black eyes. He does not remember how he came to this place. He didn't know anything and stared around to maybe find answers to some of his questions. But was what he saw really the true nature of the place, or something else? Will the wheel of life turn as he wants? No one knows how his destiny will make way. Note: "I am a newbie writer, and I may have some grammatical mistakes. I hope you will help me improve my work with your comments and enjoy reading this novel." Note: " I got this picture from Pinterest. And this cover is not mine.''

Kira, the Alpha’s abandoned daughter, arrives at Crescent Moon Academy seeking a fresh start, only to face hostility from Claire, the daughter of a rival pack leader, and Claire’s boyfriend, Jason. However, things turn dangerous when Kira discovers Jason’s hidden identity as the leader of the Savage Night Pack—her target in a deadly mission assigned by a secret assassination group. Complicating matters, a prophecy reveals Kira’s fate is bound to Jason and his twin brother, Kane: one is her protector, and the other her true mate. With her mission and heart now entangled, Kira must navigate the dangers of love, betrayal, and destiny as she seeks to uncover which brother holds her future and which will stand as her guardian.

Haven't quite figured out the synopsis yet.. but it's Yuri there is nothing else to know.. There will be a harem.. There won't be any futa, just pure sweet harem.. it's a dark theme, if you can't handle such things, then I have to say, I really don't know how you have survived this far in this dark and messed up world.. Read and see if you like (leave a comment if you think there is somewhere I can improve)

"Any who dawn the title of 'king' or anything of the sort in my presence is nothing more than an ignorant fool. This is my land and I shall be reclaiming it soon. I am Cacophony, the Vampire Empress!" As those words left her lips, every cell in my body reacted. It was unreal—no, it was otherworldly. Her beauty, her power, and her overwhelming arrogance. It might've been then that I realized that my normal life had ended. How did it come to this? Ah, it was curiosity. Yes, a deathly curiosity brought me to that graveyard that day. It was there that I stumbled upon her coffin. I had absolutely no clue what I was doing then, and even now I have no idea what possessed me to touch it—that single moment changed the course of history for the entire world. I found myself delving into a completely unknown world. Should I regret it? Maybe. But the truth is, I don't. Exploring the world’s hidden secrets, forging unexpected bonds, and living alongside the revived empress—it’s exciting. "Even if it's wrong, I think I'm going to enjoy every moment of it."

As far as Jin Qiu could remember, he has been living in a small and poor orphanage with the other orphans. After so much hardship, he managed to leave the orphanage and climbed the stairs to become the mafia leader. He was just enjoying his hard earned life when he suddenly woke up in a world inside a novel. Rather than following the original story, he choose to do whatever he want in order to go back to his own world. But there's more than what he know from the novel. Not to mention, the business relationship between him and the Emperor started to change to a direction that he would never expected. Will he be able to go back to his own world? Or will he give up everything to stay with the Emperor?

Yao Ling was the prodigy who helped tip the war to his country's side. At the age of fifteen, he was a master at the blade and adept at strategy. However, he was still a victim of war and had more enemies than he ever had a family, which was no surprise that he was murdered through poison. Then he wakes up as the sickly son of the cunning and cold Empress of the Emperor's harem. Empress Xuefeng is a beautiful cold man, with sharp eyes and a glare that makes generals stand upright. His personality is so heartless and ruthless that it is widely known across the empire that said Emperor avoids even looking at him and only talks to him once a month only for a few hours to fulfill his duties as husband and lawful wife. Despite the Emperor's public lack of affection many concubines and consorts are still jealous of either the man or the seat itself. When seeing an opportunity, many will stop at nothing to get there. Yao Ling is now the son of said Empress and he can admit, as a soldier of war, nothing has been more difficult than surviving in this life he's been "blessed" with.

In a world of medieval politics and warfare, Hayden, the abandoned son of Baron Laurence Pendragon, is forced to confront his painful past and forge a new future. Born out of wedlock to a maid and a baron, Hayden has spent nine years imprisoned in the servant quarters of the Pendragon estate, haunted by memories of his mother's death and his father's rejection. As Hayden is suddenly thrust into the outside world, he finds himself at the mercy of the crown. Drafted into military service, Hayden must navigate treacherous alliances, battle-hardened warriors, and his own demons. With his intelligence, cunning, and determination, Hayden sets out to reclaim his rightful place in the world and exact revenge on those who wronged him. But as he embarks on this perilous journey, he discovers that his past is only the beginning.

Kael von Thurad, once a master architect in the bustling heart of a world far removed from this one, finds himself reborn in a strange and untamed land after a twist of fate. His former life, his identity, all of it stripped away, leaving him with little but his wits and a mysterious artifact—a so-called "Empty Lot," a simple name for an item that holds the power to reshape reality itself. With nothing but raw determination and the visions in his mind, Kael begins his work, crafting a small floating village out of wood, stone, and water. It is a humble beginning, a far cry from the towering structures he once designed, but the village is his, and it floats above the wilds like a solitary island in a sea of danger. The land beneath him is unforgiving, a place where survival is earned with blood and toil, but Kael is no stranger to hard work. As he gathers resources from the land and bends the forces of nature to his will, Kael begins to expand his creation. The village grows, passing through stages of technology that mirror the evolution of civilization itself. From the simplicity of steam-powered mechanisms to the complexity of advanced machinery, each upgrade brings him closer to the vision that haunts his dreams—a modern, interdimensional floating city, a marvel of architecture that defies the very laws of nature. But Kael does not work alone. He breathes life into the Seraphs, androids and golems of his own design, constructed from the very materials of the earth. These silent guardians maintain and upgrade the city, their glowing eyes reflecting the light of progress as they carry out his will. They are more than mere tools; they are extensions of his mind, manifestations of his relentless drive to create and conquer. Through countless trials, Kael’s floating village transforms, rising from the dirt and stone of its beginnings to become a sprawling metropolis, a city that floats above the world and beyond it. It is a city of wonders, a place where the boundaries of reality blur, and the impossible becomes possible. Yet, beneath the surface of his grand design, Kael wrestles with the forces that govern this strange new reality. The land is not his to command, and the powers that be watch him with interest and suspicion. But Kael is a man of vision, a builder of dreams, and he will not be deterred. His floating city becomes not just a refuge, but a testament to his will, a defiance of the natural order that seeks to contain him. Kael von Thurad’s story is one of transformation, a tale of creation born from destruction. It is a journey through the dark and unknown, where imagination holds the power to reshape worlds, and where a man can rise from the ashes of his past to build something truly extraordinary.

"If loving you means letting you go... Then I rather not love you and chain you down with me; making you mine in our every life..." "My empress..." ... All her life, Eleanora did everything to make him love her but in the end, what she got from him was her execution for a sin that she never did. Before dying, Eleanora coldly stared at his bloody red eyes as he lifted up the sword to execute her… "I will never forgive you for killing me and my child, Cain..." For the first time in her life, she saw his anxious gaze. But it was too late as the sword in his hands had already landed on her neck, separating it from her body. Eleanora finally thought everything was over but then she opened her eyes again, to find herself back in 10 years in the past when all the misfortune was yet to happen. She was firm to change her tragic ending this time but it was not only her who changed… . . [Season 02: Saving The Abandoned Empress S2 (Ongoing)]

At the Baeksang Arts Awards ceremony, a stunning actress was sitting alone in the audience. It seemed she was waiting for someone, constantly tapping her hand. While waiting, she dialed a number. Seeing the caller ID, she remembered the past. Weirdly, she remembered the feeling—once upon a time, she loved this man, but now he had become the person she hated the most. On the other side: As soon as the man's work finished, he grabbed his car keys, rushing out as quickly as possible. When his car engine roared, he glanced at his watch—it was already 7 PM. He was late. Cursing in his head, he stepped on the gas fully. No sooner than ever, his car was zooming across the highway at 300 km/h. He wanted to reach Seoul within half an hour. "Ha." What madness. He was trying to cover 150 km within 30 minutes, from Daejeon to Seoul. Now, some people might ask why he was rushing so fast, so desperate to get there. It was because of his wife. Early this morning, his wife insisted on going to the Baeksang Arts Awards ceremony. She told him that this was the most highly regarded award in South Korea, and she had been nominated for the Best New Actress award. That's why he was rushing as recklessly as possible. He didn't want to miss out on this golden opportunity to make amends with his wife, so he promised her that he would attend. While driving, his phone rang. Thinking it must be Soo-jin, he didn't pick up and instead increased his car's speed. He had been in a cold war with his wife for a few days now. Well, it wasn't her fault; he was the one who broke the promise. Now, he didn’t want to repeat the same mistake again. As he reached the Baeksang Arts Awards venue, he could hear the award presenters' voices. "The Baeksang Arts Award for Best New Actress goes to..." When he hurriedly showed his venue tickets, the security guards stepped back without checking and bowed. As soon as he was about to start running inside, he heard the presenter's voice again. "Kim Soo-jin." When he heard his wife's name, he was filled with immense joy. His halted steps started running toward her, finding new determination to see the award in her hands. While he was one step away from the venue, Soo-jin's voice could be heard throughout the room. "Good evening, everyone. I am deeply honored and humbled to receive this prestigious Baeksang Award tonight. I want to thank the judges, my incredible team, and my fans who have supported me through every step of my journey. This award means more to me than I can express." When he opened the doors, their eyes met. She was staring at the door, waiting for him, it seemed. He showed a victory sign with a big smile on his face, saying he kept his promise, but... Suddenly, Soo-jin became quiet, staring at him. There were tears in her eyes, her brows furrowed. Her eyes changed—they were the same as his father's eyes, filled with hatred. In the past, Soo-jin looked at him with indifference after their marriage, but never had she looked at him with hatred. "Why?" was the only question in his head. He was confused. On stage, countless thoughts were going through Soo-jin's head. She didn't want to do this; there was no choice for her but to reveal everything. If she wanted to be happy, she needed to reveal everything to the public because, even after everything she had done, she could not get a divorce out of this marriage, as she firmed her resolve. Her voice cracked while speaking. Tears were pouring from her eyes, but she spoke as stubbornly as always. "I have been diagnosed with angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer of the heart. I have less than three months left. I want to spend these three months with the person I love. I was forced to marry Kim Joon-ho. There is no love between us. Please help me. Please save me."

In wealthy circles, she was known to be an abandoned wife. Her husband was rarely at home, and both her younger brother-in-law and mother-in-law have terrible tempers. Others mocked her for living an undignified life, but only she herself knew how comfortable and free she was. She had endless money to spend and didn't have to have children. However, one day, her brother-in-law, who was a popular figure in the entertainment industry, dragged her to a rural reality show. Before the show started, she, as part of the control group, ranked first on the list of unfortunate marriages and cold relations with her brother-in-law! After the show aired, her radiant appearance completely overshadowed the negative publicity! Netizens' focus began to change. Abandoned by a wealthy family? With that 40-carat diamond ring, anyone would want to be in her shoes! Discord between she and brother-in-law? Please! They were so in sync with their playful banter. They acted like real siblings! Mother-in-law and daughter-in-law conflicts? During the family day event, her mother-in-law was practically her number one fan! Unhappy marriage? Her husband's possessiveness practically overflowed from the screen. If they were a so-called fake couple, netizens would live stream themselves eating their shoes!

You are already having enough nightmares and demons in your day to day life. What happens when you start getting haunted by nightmares from an ancient world or maybe, as the legends say, memories from your past life? WARNING: SENSITIVE CONTENT On her 18th birthday, Li Juan had a nightmare that changed her life forever. She saw a queen of an ancient kingdom being murdered in her dream. Even though it was just a dream, intrigued by its content, she starts searching for its meanings and interpretations. Today, Li Juan is a research scholar at the archaeology department and she is on a quest to find a lost city. While searching about the lost city, she realises that her past and present life is being intertwined with three men who claim to own her heart. "Li Juan, you belong to me," declared her Highschool crush who also happens to be her current boss. "Li Juan, we are destined to be together," proclaimed her celebrity crush. "Li Juan, both of our families, wants us to become a couple," proposed her family friend. "Wait a minute!!! Are you sure the "Li Juan" whom you all mentioning is really me?" Even Li Juan herself finds it difficult to believe their claims, " I am sorry to disappoint you all, but I have already fallen in love with my research career." "But Li Juan, I promised that I'll help you to find your Queen," A blurry image of a man from her memory reminded her. Who is that? Through her broken dreams and shattered memories, Li Juan is still searching for the one who made the promise, to find the Queen from her dreams !!! No Mature content on first 20+chapters, but later chapters are under PG-18 Disclaimer: 1. Slow-paced romance with lots of mysteries. 2. Lengthy chapters (Minimum 1.5k words/chapters) 3. There are several chapters that deal with abusive toxic relationships and bullying. 4. The cover is not mine, I will remove it if the creator demands. 5. Read my other story, "No where to run: Trapped with my Archenemy" on webnovel # FIRST 100+ chapters are currently under editing # Support me on ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/monsoonmangoes0502

WARNING WARNING WARNING!!! THIS STORY WILL CONTAIN DISTURBING THINGS IF YOUR MENTAL PROWESS ISN'T STRONG THIS STORY IS NOT FOR YOU. WARNING WARNING WARNING!!! THIS IS MY OWN STORY I OWN ALL RIGHTS ACCEPT FOR THE PICTURES I WILL USE FOR THE CHARACTERS. ____________________________________ Jake, Your average 33 year old Gangster was Driving home From the gym only to die from lack of Sleep in The Car, how Will he live in a World of a Dark Smutty Manhwa. ___________________________________ Jake: that's Not how I Fucking died Author: shut the fuck up the synopsis is only for Show Jake: yeah right Author: -_-

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Forced out by the demands of her pregnant stepmother, Empress Anastasia Brokenoff is sent to Nochten, the homeland of vampires, under the promise she will have a better life amongst her mother's kin. But Ana only finds things cold and hostile. She is mocked for being half a vampire, her relatives ignore her, and the maids keep quitting. Unable to do anything until she is old enough and has her first blood, Ana chooses to hide behind books or wander her late Mother's Rose garden, living in isolated obscurity. That is until the arrival of a new maid, who may be in on more than she lets on and is determined to rekindle the strained relationship with her father. Such a simple act sparks a chain of events that throws Ana into a new world of people. People like Prince Nicoli, her half-brother, who invokes strange feelings while handling her overbearing cousin, Mykhol, who seems to be oddly focused on getting close to her. Book 1 of The Nocthen trilogy.

one moment I was stabbed, bleeding out on the ground and the next I was reborn.. thought I still have memories of my past life which I see as a good thing I was lonely, powerless and depressed but this time I'm going to live life to the fullest.. by getting what I want and becoming the strongest. My name is Lithia Eventyde I was born a Dhaphir with some sort of demonic bloodline I've recently found I can activate an aura that apparently makes people near me loose their inhibitions becoming drunk on lust.. oh another thing a majority of the population of this world are female and futa with lower male birthrates and luckily I was born futa so I look forward to creating a harem of women on my rise to the pinnacle.. ========== this is an R18 novel No Ntr lots of lemons the Mc might steal other women.

In a world where magic is tied to bloodlines, power is everything. The Von Schwarzenwald family, feared and revered across the continent of Elyria, has long held dominance through their mastery of ancient and powerful magic. But not all legacies are forged in strength—some are born of darkness. William von Schwarzenwald, once a man cursed with a weak bloodline, clawed his way to power through forbidden dark magic, corrupting his very soul in the process. His ambitions knew no bounds, but the price was steep. His third child, Elias, was born the night his wife, Lady Amara, succumbed to a mysterious illness that drained her life force. Seen as a disgrace to the family, Elias grew up in the shadow of his father’s power and his siblings’ brilliance, discarded and forgotten. Now, years later, as the Von Schwarzenwald family’s power reaches its zenith, the dark past that gave rise to their empire threatens to unravel. Elias, the overlooked and forsaken son, must navigate the dangerous web of family politics, magic, and his father’s monstrous ambition. But as he uncovers the truth behind his mother’s death and the curse that haunts his bloodline, Elias will face a choice: succumb to the legacy of corruption or forge a path to his own destiny. In a world of dragons, demons, and ancient mysteries, Elias’ journey will take him from the towering halls of his family’s estate to the uncharted lands of Kyrios, where the greatest secrets—and dangers—of the world lie in wait. "catalyst of darkness" is a tale of family, betrayal, and the fight to reclaim one’s place in a world where power rules all.