Makima Hand Twist

After a humiliating scandal tanks her once bright career, former child star Selene Grey gets a second chance in an highly anticipated drama. But as she’s ready to reclaim the spotlight, things go horribly wrong. Christopher Hart is everything the media claims he is, calm, composed and dangerously charming. But behind the cameras, he’s hiding something, something not quite human. When Selene is attacked and discovers that Christopher is a werewolf, her world unravels and she is trapped between the new world of supernaturals and a new change for fame. After all, everyone in this industry’s just acting. Most especially the monsters. #werewolf #vampire #scandal "Selene, I'm not trying to kill you. Just open the door so we can talk, please." "Oh wow. How generous of you." I rolled my eyes. "Hey babe, I'm not here to kill you, just to casually drink your blood and then gaslight you about it later." "Oh, so you do remember?" Shit. "You're being unreasonable." Unreasonable? Me? "You literally grew fangs and decided to have me as appetizer, now, you managed to stalk me and get my address and I'm the unreasonable one?" I heard him mutter a prayer. "Please, open the door." That sounded like a threat. I didn't like that. "Does garlic work against you?" "I'm not a freaking vampire." "Then what are you?" I yelled. "I promise, I'm not going to bite you. Please, just open the door and hear me out." "You're not going to bite me?" I asked cautiously. "No." "Are you lying?" "…No?" This book focuses on drama for the first half and the supernatural part will be emphasized on the second half.

Everyone has secrets. But some lies are so dangerous, they could destroy everything. Prakriti Malhotra has always been bold and dramatic, but when she becomes the target of the cold, calculating Aditya Rathore, she’s forced to fight for her own survival. As his ruthless games push her to her limits, Prakriti must decide how far she’s willing to go to protect herself. Meanwhile, Ruhaan Agnihotri, the charming yet dangerous, crosses paths with Ishika Malhotra. What begins as a fierce rivalry soon turns into a tangled web of passion, lies, and dark secrets. Will Ishika’s fiery spirit break Ruhaan’s walls, or will his hidden demons tear them apart? Shanaya Kapoor, a quiet artist with a tortured past, finds herself caught in a forbidden love that threatens to shatter everything she’s known. And Vedant Singh Rajput, the rebellious sports star, is forced to confront his own heart when he meets the girl who challenges everything he believes about love. In a world where every smile hides a secret, and every gesture carries weight, these teenagers will risk it all. Can they survive their tangled web of lies, or will the truth destroy them all? Twisted Lies is a story of tangled fates, forbidden love, and the secrets that can either save or destroy them. The question is—who will emerge unscathed?

*Prologue* The Korean air enveloped Sarah James like a foreign shroud. An 18-year-old Nigerian, she had never imagined herself in this world. The strict norms and expectations threatened to suffocate her, but her love for K-dramas and K-pop sparked a curiosity that refused to be extinguished. Her heart, once full of hope, had been shattered by Yong Jo-sang's betrayal. The memories still lingered; he broke her heart even before she gave it to him. But fate, it seemed, had other plans. In the library, Sarah's eyes met Hyun Min's, and her world shifted. The brooding introvert's piercing gaze drew her in, and she found herself captivated by his quiet strength. Their awkward encounter belied the depth of his character; he was being a jerk, he had swooped the book she wanted and was even cold about it. Sarah soon discovered a hidden charm that left her breathless. Yet, Hyun Min's life was a complex web of obligations and expectations. His parents had bound him to Na Yeon, a girl chosen for him. They were to get married when they reached their second year of college. But Na Yeon's reputation was about to take a devastating hit. Chuchu's jealousy had unleashed a scandal that would change everything. As compromising photos of Na Yeon going to a hotel surfaced online, Na Yeon was devastated, couldn't bear the shame, and ended her life. But in the aftermath of Na Yeon's tragic demise, a sinister plot unfolded. The woman who is claimed to be Hyun Min's mother, driven by a deep-seated hatred of Sarah, would stop at nothing to keep them apart. But as the truth began to unravel, a shocking revelation turned everything upside down: the woman was not Hyun Min's real mother, And Sarah's own life was about to get even more complicated - her friend, Racy, was revealed to be a spy, tasked with keeping tabs on her and reporting back to Hyun Min's fake mother. racy was also interested in hyun min,and to get him..she had to do all that dirty work as hyun min fake mother had promised. But Hyun Min's heart already belonged to Sarah, and he was resolute in his defiance. With the web of deceit and lies tightening around them, would their love prevail, or would the weight of family obligations and the darkness of the past tear them apart? but then again who was hyun min's mother?

This book describes the story of a school girl and her friendship turning into something which is beyond infinity.... The story revolves around a girl named 'Sam' and her boy bestfriend Gabriel .. They re just bestfriends from primary education of school ... The story turns when several people revolve to part them.away or to end their friendship but it seems like they.end up strengthing their friendship which is beyond infinity.... Gabriel is her childhood bestie and he is absolutely kind , generous , helpful and loving and always stand by sam to support her besides sam is smart helpful and caring towards him but doesnt want to end up falling for him but falls first and then denies and ignore him after he confessed her.... Lets see how their story takes a turn to meet the pure bond which is beyond infinity....

Hi! I’m Rose à Montasia. My dream is to become the best designer in the world. And now, you’re coming along on my journey from being a student, to working as an intern, and maybe… becoming a boss myself! Maybe. Anyway! My life would be so much easier if I weren’t so tangled up with my classmate, Lucas Sterling, who blackmails me into being his girlfriend. Ugh. Who does that?! And then there’s Vincent LeClair — a.k.a. my boss and mastermind who acts like he owns me, like I’m his personal pet! Anyway, see for yourself… enjoy! -Love Rose-

Freedom was all she wanted. Instead, she found him. Aveline thought she knew pain. She thought she knew what it meant to survive. But when she’s forced to leave behind everything she’s ever known, she finds herself in the hands of Dominic Cross a cold, powerful man who never pretends to be kind. He offers her safety, but it comes with rules. He offers her shelter, but it feels like a cage. As days blur into nights, secrets were unveiled and the walls between them start crumble, Aveline begins to question everything including herself. Because the most dangerous chains aren't made of iron. They're the ones you start to miss.

"Tangan siapa yang pantas berada di bawah mistar, kalau semua mata lebih suka melihat ke depan, bukan ke belakang?" Mahesa, anak yang tumbuh dengan 1001 mimpi meski dirinya tau bukan anak emas, bukan juga harapan sekolah apalagi lingkungannya. Hidup selalu punya cara aneh buat nyeret dia ke tengah lapangan, ke tempat semua orang akhirnya harus menengok ke belakang. Ketika satu-satunya kiper tim utama dikenakan skorsing dan pertandingan penting tepat di depan mata, pelatih akhirnya tak punya lagi pilihan, Mahesa diminta turun ke lapangan. Tapi apa cukup tangan kosong buat ngelawan tekanan, sorakan sinis yang begitu panas dari arah tribun, dan masa lalu yang terus narik-narik dari belakang? "Kadang bukan cuma bola yang harus diselamatkan, sering kali juga harga diri juga butuh penjaga gawang." Quotes yang ditulis Mahesa baru saja kemarin sore di sekolah pada halaman belakang catatan matematika.

Fate knows that timid people won't amuse her, so she serves them plain death as a conclusion. Being a philosophy student, the sixteen year old Anglo-Japanese Craig Ichinose had a humble yet principled personality. But his main goal was rather jejune : living a decent and respectful life. If there was something he hated the most, it would be standing out from the crowd. He hated to become the centre of attention. However one day, his biggest fear came true as a life-changing event uprooted him from his sweet life of normalcy. Returning home one night from his high school's farewell party, Craig finds himself stuck in an array of supernatural events. He is stabbed in the chest by a mysterious man and as he is about to die, he sees ferrocious, otherworldly creatures appear out of countless red portals. "Please God, give me refuge in Heaven." is what he ponders on the brink of his death, but then, a saviour descends down from the skies who whisks him away to a different world. In this new world, Craig finds out that a mysterious race called the "demons" have waged a war against possibly every life form in existence. He learns that the destruction of his world was not merely an apocalyptic event but a planned invasion by this race. This single event landed the first blow to the strong foundations of his morality. The night he bid farewell to his school became the night he bid farewell to his own world. He accquired the status of a refugee – a stain he will carry forever. In this new world, he tries to survive desperately as he tries to keep up with the moral codes, societal norms of the war-wrecked times. What is this growing cruelty inside? Is violence, hatred and horror justified in a cruel world? What will Kanito choose – the newfound cruelty or the long-cherished empathy? Will he stick to his beliefs or will he give them all an egregious re-definition? Those will answered with the continuous march of time, revealing the refugee's and eventually the world's true purpose.

A family betrayed, a nation in peril, and one girl who will discover her past and alter the course of history Cast out from a noble house, Alexandra must scrape by to survive in the slums of a city ruled by steam. Meeting others left orphaned, they fight every day for their next meal and a safe place to lay their heads. The only clue Alexandra has about her father is a sealed locket she holds close. But secrets of the past refuse to stay buried for long, and her locket may prove to be the key not only to her lost family, but the future of the nation as well. Under the spewing towers of steam, Alexandra and her friends set out to learn the secret of the locket and discover an adventure beyond their wildest dreams. As the land is thrown into turmoil and powerful forces gather to prevent the truth of the locket from being discovered, Alexandra must gather her wits and courage to survive. Traveling from the slums of the city to corrupted villages, to the great planes of the land pirates, to the ancient mountain where forgotten magics may dwell, one girl must stand alone, discover herself, discover her past, and decide what she holds dear.

In a quiet village, Ravi and his family lead a simple yet harmonious life, until a mysterious stranger entrusts them with an unusual lantern engraved with eight arms. The lantern, capable of revealing hidden truths, soon becomes a source of turmoil. As it exposes secrets within the family, trust begins to waver, and doubts creep into their hearts. Misunderstandings threaten to tear them apart until the youngest member, Maya, realizes that the lantern only shows fragments of the truth, not the full picture. The family embarks on a journey to uncover the true purpose of the lantern, learning valuable lessons about trust, forgiveness, and the strength of unity along the way. Ultimately, they discover that truth alone cannot sustain relationships, only faith in each other can. Choosing love over doubt, they bury the lantern and find their way back to harmony, realizing that their bond is the only light they need. A simple and basic tale of family, trust, and redemption, The Light of Eight Hands explores the power of unity in the face of uncertainty.

Ever wondered what would happen if a gullible human doctor caught the attention of a vampire? Not just any vampire—but an Original, the first of their kind. Enzo, a naïve surgical nurse who has spent his life following his father’s rules, finally decides to break free and chase his own desires, including the person he truly loves. Alaric, a feared and ruthless vampire, has long been a nightmare to both his own kind and humans alike. One cold evening, he is ambushed by six vampire hunters and left for dead. But before death can claim him, a human boy stumbles upon him and offers aid. This small act of kindness stirs something deep within Alaric’s ancient heart—an obsession. Now, Enzo is his, whether he realizes it or not.

In a world where gods have long vanished and cultivation reigns supreme, Shen Ziyan, a humble village boy, stumbles upon a severed hand—not just any hand, but one brimming with an unfathomable power, belonging to a Supreme God of Creation. From that moment on, his fate is forever changed. As ancient forces stir and hidden sects seek the remnants of divine power, Ziyan is thrust into a world of ruthless cultivators, forgotten legacies, and celestial conspiracies. His newfound strength grants him abilities beyond mortal comprehension, but it also marks him as a target for those who would stop at nothing to claim such power. With no sect to protect him and no master to guide him, Ziyan must forge his own path—one that will take him across grand cultivation realms, ancient ruins of lost civilizations, and battlefields where immortals once waged war. But the deeper he delves into his newfound power, the more he begins to question: Was the hand a blessing, or a curse? And if a god’s hand alone could shake the heavens—what happened to the rest of the body? As enemies close in and secrets unravel, Shen Ziyan embarks on an epic journey to uncover the truth of his power, ascend beyond the limits of cultivation, and defy the very heavens themselves. The path to divinity is paved with blood. And in the end, Ziyan will either rise as a god— -or fall like The ones before him.

> They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. For Hannah Lipitin, what almost killed her was her own leaked video. Now, armed with a seriously bad reputation and a burning desire for payback, Hannah's about to learn that the most dangerous friendships are the ones you never see coming. Enter Stephen: new to town, carrying her own secrets, and fixated on Hannah's spectacular fall from grace. Is Stephen a savior, a saboteur, or just someone who enjoys watching the world burn? Buckle up for a story of twisted loyalties, social warfare, and the electrifying question of who you can really trust when your life goes viral for all the wrong reasons. >

Emily Ryan, a famous webnovel writer stands at a crossroad. Her bestselling book, Destiny in Hands, is set in the dangerous and turbulent world of Azure City —a kingdom where the strong call the shots, and the weak can only blindly follow. The kingdom is ruled by a fearless and powerful king who commands with utmost superiority. The lives of royalty couldn't be all that simple. The kingdom was full of intrigue, betrayal, and forbidden love.

SIX YEARS AGO New York City The rain had a way of erasing things footprints, sins, promises. And that night, it washed everything away except the way she looked at him… like she'd already decided he didn't deserve to survive. Kian Donovan stood outside the crumbling steel doors of her father's company, the one he had helped build from the ground up, soaked to the bone, fingers clenched around the betrayal letter in his hand. His heart was pounding like war drums. Talia signed it. That was what gutted him more than the millions lost, more than the empire crumbling beneath his feet. It was her name, elegant and precise at the bottom of the document that burned like acid in his palm. He'd trusted her. Touched her. Loved her, and she sold him out. Not with bullets. Not with blood. But with a signature that stripped him of everything. The last thing he saw before the security guards threw him out was her face behind the glass expression unreadable, mouth slightly parted, but her eyes her eyes betrayed something crueler than hate. Regret? Guilt? No. Worse. Indifference. He disappeared after that. No press. No lawsuits. No mercy. Kian Donovan didn't die that night. But the man who loved her did.

Silent, deadly, and unfeeling. 28 year old Madden Queen has reached the top of Italian Mafia by being a cold blooded killer. But one more task lies between her and her crown. The Russian Bratva bastard. Ivan Aiden Valdamir. She has an assignment. She intends to kill. So what if he makes her heart beat faster. So what if his every look makes her want to bend over for him like his good little pet. He says he knows. He says he can't wait to break me. If only he knew you can't break what's already broken. I see it. She says she is innocent. She says she was taken against her will. But her eyes, I can see the deception. I am the King of Bratva. I kill, I maim, and I torture. I don't feel. Ever. So why is that each time I see her, all I can think about is breaking her and then putting her back together. I won't let the past or the present get between her and me. Even if it means that I could lose it all. She will be mine.

For ten long years, Tatsuya Fukushu lived through hell. Every day, he was beaten. Every day, he was mocked. Every day, he was reminded that the world didn’t want someone like him. The cruelty of his classmates became routine—their fists, their words, their laughter. He endured it all in silence, believing that someday it would end. That someday, if he just kept going, peace would come. But peace never came. One day, something inside him shattered. And in a blind, terrifying moment of rage, he killed them—the three bullies who tormented him for a decade. His hands were stained. His heart, empty. He thought he would finally die. He wanted to die. Instead, he woke up in another world. A world of magic, kingdoms, and ancient prophecy. A world where people could fly, summon fire, and carve mountains with a sword. A world that felt too alive for someone as broken as him. Tatsuya didn’t rejoice at the second chance. He hated it. Hated the sky, the air, the mana that pulsed through him. He wanted silence. He wanted peace. And most of all—he wanted to disappear. But fate is rarely kind. A strange knight named Paul found him, battered and aimless. He claimed there was a prophecy. That someone like Tatsuya had been foretold. Tatsuya didn’t believe a word of it. He didn’t trust him. Why should he? But Paul didn’t ask him to believe. He simply trained him—day after day, sword in hand, never holding back. There were no kind words, only discipline. No promises, only purpose. And slowly, through blood and sweat, Tatsuya began to understand. Trust wasn’t something that came from words. It came from action. And maybe, just maybe… He wasn’t alone anymore.

slice of life

The unexpected marriage of a lecturer and student.How they leads their life and fall for each other.

Dante Russo is a lethal vigilante hiding behind a charming smile and a fake therapy arrangement. Adeline Fitz is the brilliant psychologist who unknowingly opens the door to his darkest desires. What starts as an assignment spirals into an obsession neither of them can control. She's the light in his chaos — and the only thing keeping his darkness from swallowing him whole. But when secrets start bleeding into passion, one thing becomes clear: She was never just his therapist. She was always his weakness.

The apocalypse descends, zombies and monsters appear, followed by System Leveling, which grants skills to all survivors. With the collapse of law and order, some become powerful while others remain weak, and so the dark ages begin.

Destiny Ganzon is the epitome of a perfect heiress. She is beautiful, intelligent, and doted by her father, Alejandro, the Real Estate Magnate of the country, until one day, her mother died, and everything changed when his father remarried. Excerpt: A loud smack! "How dare you ruin my reputation, Destiny?" Alejandro asked after he slapped his daughter. That was the first time he used force on his only hier. "Dad, you have to believe me, it wasn't true, you raised me well. Do you think I will do something like that?" She asked back, caressing her beautiful face. "No, this time I had enough of your lies; your stepmother was right; you are only a nuisance and only bring shame to our family!" He angrily responded. "I had warned you. I will disinherit you. You will not receive even a single cent from me, and you must leave this house right now, or else I will ask the guards to drag you out!" He added before he turned his heels and walked away from his study with the loud slamming of the door. One scandal led to another, and what she couldn't accept was her first love and childhood sweetheart, Red Galvez, was part of their betrayal. Destiny's world crumbled, and she couldn't believe her stepmother and stepsister finally succeeded in planning her downfall. With a broken heart and no choice, Destiny left their mansion and lived an ordinary life with her nanny, the only person who never left her side. She pretended to forget her old life and started living and embracing the mundane world. Still, she promised herself that she would do everything to make her enemies, including Red, pay the price of their betrayal. But it was more complicated than she thought since her father was brainwashed with his wife and stepdaughter, and they made her life a living hell. Years later, Destiny met Red again, and he was still the same hot and gorgeous. On top of that, her ex became one of the highest-paid attorneys in the country. All unwanted memories came rushing back to her. Destiny hated him with all her heart, but Red promised to help her win back what was rightfully hers. Can Destiny forgive Red and trust the hottest attorney to claim back her inheritance without breaking her heart?

Yuto Sakamura was just another tired office worker, until he saw something he wasn’t supposed to. Now he's dead... kind of. Reincarnated in another world as a bottom-tier Demon King Intern, Yuto must navigate glitchy systems, sarcastic goblins, and a kingdom that starts with a rock and zero toilets. Armed with cold logic, dark humor, and a very slow-growing power curve, he’ll climb from nothing to infamy, one absurd quest at a time. He’s not the hero this world wanted. He’s not even sure he’s the villain. But he will build an empire, eventually. **Credits** Huge thanks to the amazing people who helped bring this chaotic world to life: *InstantNoddles* - for the noodles and the narrative fuel *Lil Dasha* - for the cutest chaos and creative support *2Persona* - for dual perspectives and sharp plot insights Join the community, get sneak peeks, memes, and chapter updates: Discord: https://discord.gg/VxSM5P3J

The main character struggles for the first time and he struggles to get the job finished and almost fails in doing so. The end is yet to come but the main character hopes it is soon.

The deep affection beneath the lies, the temporal dislocation, the weight of love and sacrifice, the loneliness and reconciliation of urban couples.

Within the boundaries of The Empire, powerful presences lurk behind each and every corner. After finding a mysterious mask Oscar is suddenly thrust into the deep, treacherous undercurrents of the world. Tricks to attack, Jokes to deceive. In the end, everything is in the hands of fools. ------ Cover is AI ------

Holios, un lycéen gentil et discret, sauve une jeune fille des griffes de voyous mais découvre trop tard qu’il s’agissait d’un piège. Accusé à tort, trahi par tous, même par sa propre famille, il sombre dans le désespoir. Après une tentative de suicide, une entité obscure lui propose un pacte de vengeance. Devenu une créature ailée aux pouvoirs ténébreux, Holios revient avec un seul but : faire payer au monde la souffrance qu’on lui a infligée. Sa justice sera sombre... et implacable.