Tangled Prison

And so Arascus, God of Pride, waited. He waited for his defeat as the forces of Heaven & Hell combined descended upon him. He waited as they tried to kill him. He waited as they locked him away. He waited for a thousand years in that dark prison.

This typically happens between two people agreeing to pretend to be in a romantic relationship for the purpose of getting something else, such as navigating through social pressures or personal gains, but as they go about their time together, their charade becomes tangled with genuine feelings, often bringing on some unexpected complications that might arise from love.

Zara's eyes were glued to Xavier's bare chest, unable to look away. The sculpted muscles, the deep V-line, the way his sweatpants hung low on his hips—she couldn't help but be captivated. It was as if her brain had short-circuited, and all logic had left her. She moved a step closer, almost unconsciously, her hand lifting as if to touch his chest. Before her fingers could make contact, Xavier's quick reflexes caught her wrist. His grip was firm, but not harsh, and he raised an eyebrow, looking at her with an amused expression. "What do you think you're doing?" he asked, his voice low but laced with a hint of teasing. Zara, startled but determined not to show weakness, scratched the back of her head awkwardly, trying to save face. "What do you mean? Why are you walking around shirtless?" she countered, trying to shift the focus off herself. Xavier's smirk deepened, his dark eyes glinting with mischief. "I'm not the one sneaking around in other people's rooms, Zara. You're the one who barged in here." Zara blinked, her mind scrambling to find an excuse. "Oh, right," she muttered, still not sure how to explain her behavior. She gave him a sheepish grin, but her eyes darted back to his chest, trying to look casual. "I was just… looking for something," she said, her words trailing off as she tried to think of a better lie. Xavier didn't buy it for a second. Slowly, he took a step forward, closing the distance between them. Zara instinctively took a step back, but Xavier followed, not giving her any space to escape. Her heart raced as she backed up again, trying to keep some distance between them, but Xavier wasn't making it easy. "Trying to run away now?" Xavier teased, his voice laced with playful challenge. He moved another step forward, and Zara continued retreating, her back now against the wall. Her breath hitched as she realized she had nowhere else to go. "I wasn't trying to run away," Zara said quickly, her voice a little too high-pitched. "Just, you know, I… I don't want to intrude. I just—"  But Xavier wasn't interested in her stammering excuses. His gaze remained locked on her, and as he stepped closer, his hand that had caught her wrist slowly slid down to her fingers, brushing against her skin. The gentle touch sent an unexpected shiver down her spine. Zara's heart hammered in her chest, and she took another step back, this time bumping into the wall with a soft thud. She couldn't help but feel the heat building between them, the tension so thick it was almost palpable. Xavier, now mere inches from her, tilted his head, his lips curling into a playful grin. "I think you're lying," he murmured, his voice soft, but full of mischief. "You were trying to touch my chest, weren't you?" Zara's face flushed with heat, and she tried to push back against him, but it was like trying to move a mountain. She cleared her throat, trying to recover some of her composure. "Maybe I was," she admitted, her voice low. "But, um… so what? It's not like you're making it easy to ignore." Xavier's grin widened as he leaned even closer, his body just inches away from hers. The closeness was overwhelming, and Zara's mind started to spin. She could feel the heat radiating off his chest, and she had to fight the urge to reach up and touch it again. "Is that so?" Xavier whispered, his breath warm against her ear. He placed his hand on the wall beside her head, trapping her in place as he stared down at her with a wicked gleam in his eyes. "You sure about that?".

(Trigger warning: Harsh Language, Abuse, Slavery, Excessive Violence, Injustice) The Celestial is a symbol of the divine, a pillar which stretches high into the heavens. It is worshipped for the blessings it brought upon the world; extraordinary power, revolutionary tools, and beings beyond understanding. Bearing its power will not only change your fate, but the fate of the world. Grelt has existed within a struggle for power for over a century. A war between Angels and Demons ravaged the land, but only ended with the alliance between the angels, the hybrids, and the non-unified. The non-unified race did not receive the divine gifts of the celestial, they were not worthy. As beings who were second to the blessing of the Celestial, they have no choice but to bow before the hybrids and angels. It has been a week since the execution of Jacks parents, and he has taken their place as a miner in the small non-unified town of Logos. He is beginning to feel the despair living the rest of his life under the hybrid alliance, and seeks to change the world he was born into.

Cheska never imagined she’d be dragged into a world of magic and castles straight out of her favorite novels. But when a bitter and mysterious summoning pulls her— and her favorite author— into this realm, she’s forced to face a story far more tangled than fiction. Surrounded by royal intrigue, dangerous creatures, and secrets tied to her companion’s past, Cheska must navigate a world both familiar and foreign. Why was she summoned? What truths lie hidden in this magical land? And how will an ordinary woman handle an extraordinary adventure?

‘All it took was getting caught in breaking the rules.’ She was the delinquent student. He was the priest who owned a black cat, and theirs was a union forged from the embers of hell. —— “Somebody is getting curious,” the first girl said. “It wouldn’t be the first time,” a man’s voice replied. “Shake the curiosity off her.” “Is it who I think it is?” An older woman questioned. The first girl nodded. “We’re not practically close, but it looks like she has a leverage.” “I told you all to be on the low,” a stern man’s voice interrupted. “We cannot stir things up now when there’s a recent death! Are you forgetting that there’s a new inclusion to the priests? Not one, not two, but three for goodness sake!” A hush fell amongst them, the man’s anger reverberating. “We’ve been on the low, I’m making sure of that,” the older woman said. “What leverage do you think she has?” The first man asked. The girl exhaled. “Didn’t say, but she kept asking questions.” “Do something about it,” the harsh man said, “or you know, it’s everyday students fall off the staircase, and it’s not hard to call it suicide.” —— When Ivie touched people, she could see excerpts from their past or their future, when Ivie touched Father Chibuike, she only saw darkness. Together they would fight the shadows of death that made the students of St. Stephen Immaculate college commit suicide. She could have escaped her twisted fate, but she agreed to hold the priest’s secret, and soon she told him hers!

In some worlds, magic is a mere fantasy—where humans live without powers. In others, like mine, magic is an undeniable reality. But in my world, there's a twist: only males are supposed to have magic. That is, until I was born. In the kingdom of Dalatine, each newborn's eyes reveal their magical ability and their allegiance to a church—grey for wind, blue for water, hazel for earth, red for fire, yellow for light, and black for dark. But my eyes are golden, a colour no one has ever seen before. And with that, my fate was sealed. Feared of my very existence and hated for my gender, I was locked away in my family's mansion for fifteen years, a prisoner within an unbreakable barrier. The barrier not only kept me from the world—it suppressed my magic and cloaked my true appearance from those who cared for me. Until one fateful day, a stranger with fiery red eyes saw through the illusion. “You really do have beautiful eyes,” he said, shattering the silence of my life. That moment set me free—free from the mansion, free from the illusion. For the first time, I could step into the world I’d dreamed of: the Magic Academy. But reality is far more dangerous than dreams. With enemies lurking in the shadows and my very existence a threat to the kingdom, I must uncover the truth about my power—and about who I truly am—before it's too late. The question is, can I survive long enough to unravel the tangled web of secrets, lies, and deadly conspiracies?

The story talks about a girl named Julia, who studies in France. She is faced with the news of the death of her parents in a car accident, so she experiences conflicts with her uncle, who wants to take the wealth, money, and house. Events unfold. What will happen at the end of the story? Follow us

Trapped in a prison, unable to remember his past, Toll searches for a way to survive. This is a horror story that meanders through litrpg/tabletop rpg/puzzle game tropes, including saving princesses, gathering harems, and fighting for his life-all the while stuck in a cursed body (but not a werewolf) he can't always control. As dice are involved, I don't know where this will go.

He was just an ordinary person before being sentenced to prison. However, upon his release, presidents, war heroes, and even the head of the prison guards knelt before him, addressing him as Master. He had transformed from a nobody into a figure of mysterious and immeasurable abilities and strength. He had become a kingmaker, capable of accessing the world's resources with ease. Despite this, his only wish was to live a low-key life, marry his fiancée, and provide the best for her and their parents. However, things did not go according to his plan. His fiancée was no longer the person he once knew; she had become a cheater and materialistic. Now, he was seen as a common ex-convict with no future, and due to a one-night stand out of tipsiness, he found himself getting into a contract marriage with a pitiful but beautiful CEO.

Kane falls into insanity from craving purpose in his life. He becomes a violent schizophrenic and loses everything, but he can't decipher whether what happens is reality or not. He has no one and lives on the streets until his violent tendencies affect the public. He gets sentenced to life in prison and the decision to whether he gets transferred to a psych ward is interrupted by the apocalypse. A zombie virus spreads through the globe quickly and the remaining humans alive get desperate. Morals and ethics become non-existent, and high security prisons become testing labs for the remaining scientists looking to test their antidotes. It wasn't easy to find rats anymore, so human scum was the next best thing. Soon the prison gets raided by zombies, but not before Kane gets injected with the one and only dose of the antidote. But he comes to find that it isn't just an antidote.

While escaping from her terrible husband, Anastasia, the queen of Rovis, was murdered violently. As she lay dying, she prayed for her husband's demise. Anastasia opened her eyes and found herself alive and well, yet in a prison. What will she do to endure? How will she seek her vengeance?

In the heart of darkness, the spark of retribution, In the soul’s betrayal, the seed of vengeance sown, In the ashes of love, the phoenix of justice rose. Fate’s cruel jest, a play of shadows cast, Upon the stage of life, the truth unmasked. The age unfolded as a tragic drama, blurring the lines between right and wrong. Edward Steel, a man of humble beginnings who got more grit than met the eyes, bore the brunt of his wife’s transgressions, serving her sentence in prison. But when he walked out a free man, all that awaited him was not gratitude but divorce papers. Sarah Smith, his so-called true-blue wife, had long turned into a slave to greed and a harlot to wealth, tangled up with a wealthy degenerate rotten to the core. Edward, always the one to turn the other cheek, was only met with endless treachery and deceit. All he wanted was a quiet exit, but instead, he was subjected to a mountain of humiliation. How much can a man endure? Join Edward on his odyssey from the depths of despair to the pinnacle of power in ‘Prison to Pinnacle: Ex-wife’s Eternal Remorse’, witnessing the birth of a legend that would promise to illuminate the path to moral clarity in a world grown dim!

At Crestwood Academy, twin sisters Elena and Claire Bennett share a bond that’s deeper than most siblings. Known for their inseparable closeness, they’re content living in their own little world until Naomi Walker, a mysterious transfer student, enters their lives. When Elena begins spending time with Naomi, Claire’s jealousy spirals out of control, leading her to distance herself from her sister. Misunderstandings and unspoken feelings threaten to shatter their relationship, but Naomi’s unexpected confession changes everything. Caught in a web of emotions and a budding love triangle, the sisters must navigate their insecurities, confront their true feelings, and find a way to preserve their special connection while embracing the possibility of change. Bonds Unbroken is a heartfelt story of love, jealousy, and the unyielding strength of family ties.

"Lucas, the war hero is dead" the news spread among the whole world. "And the emperor has turned into a madman." Lavienne who already has a peaceful life wishes nothing to do with the dead and shrugged the posibility of meeting the madman of an emperor but unbeknownst to her, their fate is already tangled from the start.

Celeste had attempted numerous times to acquire wings and escape the prison where she had spent her whole life, but it seemed that luck had never been on her side. Up until the day she encountered a Demon who could grant her all the freedom she had ever desired. But she had to give him her soul in return.

The Celestial is a symbol of the divine, a pillar stretching high into the heavens. It is worshipped for the blessings it brought upon the world. Extraordinary power, revolutionary tools, and beings beyond understanding. Bearing its power will not only change your fate, but the fate of the world. The noble Pendragon family, once known for their brutally efficient art of war, are revered for their effort and contribution in the field of medicine. They established the Helios Hospital of Medical Research and Development, sharing their years of work for the ongoing betterment of the angels. House Pendragon is loved by their people for this. But following the end of the war between angels and demons, they do not relish in this praise, for they always remember the pain and loss for that advancement. Upon acquiring the power of the Darkeater, Sirin Pendragon, daughter of Siba, enthusiastically put forward the proposition that would go on to inspire the creation of Project Archangel. Ironically, the very thing that would destroy House Pendragon. "The Darkeater even allows for the creation of matter at even the intricacies of the cellular level! We can create entire organs, bones, even limbs at will! Why in the world would the demons be so quiet about this? It's potential is limitless!" Eos, Yami, Nova, and Zeus enjoy the simple days they spend together with their mother. However, each day becomes more mundane as nothing ever changes. Their mother couldn't have ever controlled the children's growing curiosity, the will to satiate the senses with experiences they weren't yet privy too is only natural. It was the same for herself as well. But upon warning them of the vast, mysterious, and evil world beyond the forest surrounding their little home, she realized the truth was simply inevitable no matter what she did to hide it.

The underage child experienced a traumatic event when he witnessed his father killing his mother and was forcibly made by his father to shoot his sister. On the same day, he also killed his father, who was responsible for the death of his mother and sister. As a result of this incident, he spent a long time in prison, but due to a series of events that occurred in prison, he managed to escape. Upon escaping, he immediately went to the cliff he always visited and, in search of freedom, committed suicide. However, due to his strong and noble soul, he was reincarnated and tasked with continuing the legacy of the dark god. A dark yet sweet future awaited him.

Alan is a nobody. A forgotten face in a world that barely noticed him. After a two-year stint in prison, he finds himself thrust into the Tower Endless, a brutal other world where monstrous beasts reside. It's a chance to prove himself, to escape the life he's always known. But can a nobody truly rise above his past, or will the tower's unforgiving trials consume him?

Ethan Wright is a bold but socially anxious designer who has never believed in magic—until the night he’s sucked into a glowing book and thrust into a world that operates without technology and thrives on spells. Stranded in an unfamiliar land and desperately out of his element, Ethan’s sharp wit and unfiltered rambling only seem to cause more trouble than they solve. Kael, a powerful and brooding magician, has long resigned himself to solitude. Known for his mastery of dark magic and his icy demeanor, he’s content to keep the world at arm’s length. But when Ethan literally crashes into his life—chaotic, clueless, and fascinating—Kael finds his carefully guarded walls beginning to crack. Thrown together by fate, the two must navigate a world of dangerous magic, unravel the secrets of Ethan’s unexpected arrival, and face a growing darkness that threatens to consume them both. As their connection deepens, Kael is forced to confront his fears of love, while Ethan must learn to trust his heart in a way he never has before. With humor, heartache, and a touch of spice, this is a heartfelt tale of love, self-discovery, and the magic found in the most unexpected places.

The novel about a girl named Lily a who wants to become free and find the meaning of life She starts find meaning of life at the Ferisz academy ( academy's all students are nobles and high ranking people)then she become Academy student she met a lot of interesting funny friends and live happily but one day girl finds about her mother was a powerful mage and fl wants to know a lot of things about her dead mother in the mission Lily meet a strange people ...

Amelia Reed and Ethan Blake never imagined their lives would intertwine in a marriage neither wanted. While Amelia dreams of freedom and a life of her own design, Ethan’s heart beats for Claire Bennett, his childhood love. Bound by duty to their families, they forge a fragile façade of happiness, hiding the cracks beneath. But their charade begins to crumble when jealousy, betrayal, and an obsessed admirer unravel the delicate balance of their lives. Ethan’s lingering love for Claire pulls him in one direction, while Amelia’s yearning for independence draws her in another. And as secrets come to light, an unrelenting admirer sets events in motion that could shatter their world forever. In a tangled web of love, sacrifice, and impossible choices, Amelia and Ethan must decide: will they fight for their own paths, or will they remain prisoners of a destiny written by others? Dive into a story of passion, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of freedom in Twisted Vows, Hidden Desires.

Nora has been married for five years only to find out her husband is attracted to men after she catches him in bed with another man. Desperate for an outlet for her woes, she finds herself tangled with another strange man at her office. At first, Nora assumes that it will be a fling, but when she finds out she's pregnant, she is confused and still embittered knowing she has entangled herself in some kind of web. After all, she is still married to a husband who doesn't love her and never will. "All I wanted was just peace of mind and a healthy and loving family. Instead, you have chosen to betray me in the most embarrassing way!" She wept. "I want a divorce!" Unfortunately, her husband and his family is unwilling to let her go. As such, Nora attempts to keep her pregnancy a secret, not knowing what her in-laws will do to her and her baby if they find out. But it gets more and more difficult to hide her growing bump, and soon enough, her husband finds out about her pregnancy. This places her on a stage to be shamed and soon enough her husband claims to be the Father in order to keep his reputation. === Is this how you decide to treat me? How could you be so disgusting?!" "That is definitely none of my business, I love Jerry too much, and you are just a third party in our relationship." "Curse you!" ____ "All I wanted was just peace of mind and a healthy and loving family, now he decided to betray me," she palmed her face and wept. "Come, let us be a family," the stranger slid his hands in her thighs and then pleasurable sounds could be heard.

In a fortuitous encounter, Jane's path unexpectedly intersected with that of a young man, David. Little did they know that this seemingly insignificant moment would become the catalyst for an extraordinary journey that would forever alter the course of their lives. As time went on, Jane and David who were originally engaged in constant arguments and fights found themselves drawn to one another in ways they couldn't comprehend. However, David, burdened by the weight of his family's legacy, found himself entangled in a bitter battle with his uncle over the control of his grandfather's company. The once harmonious family dynamics had crumbled under the weight of greed and power struggles. Despite David's best efforts to push Jane away for her protection, she remained by his side, unflinching in her support and prepared to face the difficult challenges that lay ahead of them. Please note that the point of view (POV) frequently shifts between the MC and the ML

In the heart of a bustling metropolis, a group of people wakes up inside a towering skyscraper, each confined to a cage suspended from the building's exterior. The captors? A mysterious group known as "The Architects", whose motives are hidden behind encrypted messages and distorted voices. Each prisoner is given a bionocular—a high-tech device that allows them to see and communicate with other prisoners in their respective cages.

Killed in the most gruesome way, Adriana is given a chance to return. But this time, she comes with vengeance in her heart. .......... Things go her way, and she finally gets the proposal of her dreams.  Getting married to the Willingham family is more than just a dream to her. It's a mission she has worked so hard to get. Now she can get what she  has craved her whole life,  REVENGE.  She's out to make sure the whole family pays for destroying her happiness.  Then there's him,  the oldest son of the Willingham family. He has spent the last two years of his life looking for the girl he had a one night stand with. When he finally does, she's out of reach.   When he  meets the tough and determined Adriana, he knows there's more to her than the sharp mouth and pretty face, she unto something, and he's curious enough to dig what it is. It's a forbidden love story, where two hearts fight to be together.

Heru Jumantara is a man who was sentenced to life imprisonment because of an evil scheme, one day he tried to escape and got caught by one of the people in the organization who hated him, he then died and found himself in a day before coronation day as a king of a ruined kingdom

Lily Winters is a fiercely independent woman, determined to live life on her own terms. But her world is thrown into chaos when Damien—a charming, enigmatic man with a dangerous aura—enters her life with a marriage proposal that seems too calculated to be genuine. Caught between cryptic threats and Damien’s relentless pursuit, Lily agrees to marry him, not out of love but with her own hidden agenda: to uncover his secrets, his motives, and the lies he’s spinning around her. She is determined to untangle the web of deceit and leave the marriage unscathed. But Damien has plans of his own. For him, keeping Lily by his side is more than a desire—it’s an obsession. As the two engage in a silent battle of wills, their motivations clash, and the line between manipulation and genuine emotion blurs. What begins as a game of control and strategy soon spirals into something neither of them expected. As Lily delves deeper into Damien’s world, she finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew—not just about him, but about herself. Will Lily uncover the truth about Damien’s intentions without losing herself in the process? Or will their hidden agendas give way to an unexpected connection neither of them can deny? In this gripping tale of love, lies, and power, one question looms: can two people so intent on outsmarting each other find a way to surrender their hearts instead?

A young boy is taken from his family and is forced to fight to the death within a stone prison, after 10 years of torture he had vowed to never kill a person and now plans to escape his captors.