Too Good To Be True Vampire

Fang Ze transmigrated to a world filled with superpowers and became a police. Initially, he planned to carry out his duties diligently. However, by chance, he discovered that his true identity was actually a criminal who had been arrested. The police faked his identity and made him believe that he was one of them. Then, they utilized his remaining memories to solve the case and identify his accomplices. They had set up a huge operation and were ready to capture him and his accomplices at any time! Fortunately, he acquired a superpower called the Midnight Investigation Room. At midnight every day, he could conduct an investigation on a chosen target. During his investigation, not only could he hear the actual thoughts running through the head of his subject, he could also acquire different items based on the value of the information he collected. Some of the items he acquired included: a mushroom that could sustain its host’s beauty forever; a credit card that allowed its users to loan from the future unlimitedly; a loyal assassin troop that lurked in the shadow; a demon eye that allowed its user to pry into the other world; a kobold that could learn and train with double efficiency on behalf of its master; seeds that could be attached to enemies’ bodies to make them puppets; and tapes that could transform human bodies into rocks when applied. In order to resolve his crisis, he collected information and investigated the case while improving his ability and expanding his influence. Unfortunately, he uncovered an even bigger scheme after solving his case. This entire world turned out to be a scheme! Many years later, Fang Ze sat on the throne of the King of Darkness. Accumulated beneath his throne were the countless skulls of his enemies.

Ye Chen was an honest and hardworking man, but he caught his girlfriend who was having an affair with a wealthy second generation, because of his sadness he decided to return to his hometown to calm down, while on his way he met a god cultivator and ended up being his student . After that his life began to change, on the right and left arms holding the Beautiful girl, from the start of the School flower, rich young women, beautiful teachers, beauty Ceo, famous beauty stars, beautiful goddesses. one by one the women came to him

Andres, a middle aged father, wakes up in an unfamiliar world. With an unfamiliar name, donning an unfamiliar face. A world where mana and technology co-existed. Where humanity did not solely rule the planet. Races and creatures thought once as myths now exist as they vie for control on the once conquered world. Amidst all this confusion, a sense familiarity. As if he has heard of this place, somewhere, at a different time and place. "So God has a name? What is it again? Arcus?...." "I feel like I've heard about you before... Rowan was it?" As the pieces start falling into place... "I can't believe I got isekai'd into my son's novel..." A fate surely worse than death. 'Remember son, it's darkest before dawn.' A mantra he once used to provide a semblance of control on his life. Passed down to his progeny, has come back to bite him in an unexpected way. In order to survive and return home, he will need to prepare himself. With his knowledge of what is to come he will tip the scales ever so slightly in his favour. But there's one small problem... "Which one of my son's book am I in?"

My crush~~~~ Head over heels on his boyfriend ~~~~ On his breakup, I took my chance, and it worked out~~~~ His ex begged him to come back, and we broke up. ~~~~ Faith ended up working for his company~~~~ At present, we both are single~~~ turned into fuck buddies~~~ Again, his ex comes into picture~~so now what?

At 21, Skyler was ready for her dream wedding, but everything fell apart the night before. She caught her sister tangled in bed with her fiancé, breaking her heart in the worst way. In her devastation, she found herself in the arms of a mysterious stranger, surrendering to a passion she never thought possible. The next morning, her life took a wicked twist. The most powerful man in the city, Master Logan Lee, found her and made her his hidden wife. By day, the world saw her as a seductive troublemaker, scorned and whispered about, the so-called socialite who’d do anything for attention. But when night fell, she became Logan’s secret obsession—the woman he kept locked away, cherished only in private. Skyler fought her growing feelings for her cold, possessive husband, but Logan’s fierce touch and dark allure pulled her deeper. Just when she thought she’d found her place in his bed and his life, Logan cruelly cast her aside, leaving her on a cold operating table when he found out she was pregnant. Heartbroken and abandoned, she disappeared from his world, leaving Logan free—or so everyone thought. Logan was tormented by her absence, craving her touch and haunted by memories that drove him to the edge. Little did anyone know, Master Lee was slowly losing his mind, desperate to find the woman he had let slip through his fingers… And this time, he’ll do whatever it takes to keep her. -------------------- There will be weekly challenges to earn extra batch chapters so stay tuned... Complete challenges...win Batch chapters

So, the story goes something like this. The FMC gets ambushed by Assassins sent by her brother due to a power struggle. She somehow manages to escape the perilous situation but gets gravely wounded in the process. Having lost all her men in the ambush, she had no choice but to lay low in a remote place. She found out that, in this place, she was absolutely the most powerful person. Having no one else to fear, she peacefully takes her time to recover. In this process, she takes the MC who is the Third son of the Baron of the area, as her disciple. But little to her knowledge, the Baron’s son starts falling in love with this divinely beautiful Lady he calls his teacher. . The story is slow-paced at first to develop the characters. The MC doesn’t get a golden finger to suddenly get super strong. To make up the time, I’ll use time skip from here and there. So, if you are into well-developed plots for a novel, please give it a try. . The cover doesn't belong to me. If the creator wants it removed, let me know. I'll Remove it.

Finding a strange orb, Jayden finds himself turning into a vampire. Strange quests start to appear in front of him, sending him to different worlds. He finds himself playing different roles in different worlds, as he gets stronger and gets the most beautiful women from each world. " So, you want to save your son, impossible. The treason he committed can't be forgiven. " " Please, *sob*" I'm begging you. I'll do anything if you spare him. " Jayden looks at the breath-taking beauty kneeling in front of him, as a sly smile appears on his face. " Anything, you say. Then..." ****** Using his mind control abilities, Jayden will become the richest, strongest vampire, and have lots of beautiful women in his harem. ________________________ -No NTR, But MC will steal other's women. -Might be a bit slow at the beginning. -No Yuri Discord link: https://discord.gg/BVFPqTGCg8 Extra chapters after 30 golden tickets and gifts

Fang Cheng was pierced in the heart. Fang Cheng was stuffed with garlic. Fang Cheng was cut off from his head. Fang Cheng was dragged to the sun. Fang Cheng was shattered by the angry enemy. Fang Cheng was resurrected and opened his hands to the enemies: "Actually, I am not a vampire!" The crowd roared: "I believe you ghost! --- I'm not the original author of this, I'm just a translator. change the original title cause I think it's not catchy enough original title "Immortal I had to pretend to be a blood clan" official link https://m.qidian.com/book/1024222253.html

The Demon King has been defeated. All the adventurers have returned to their world... except one who slept through the final battle. Now that the world of Sol Mundus is in chaos once again, their only hope is a hero that too tired to save anyone.

In a world full of magic, monsters, and mysteries; Dahlia was destined to take part in events that would change history. ________________________________________ Having lived a life of an abused and isolated child, Dahlia only had her studies to pass time and her plants to keep her company. After having been forsaken by her family, it's no surprise that her whole life began to change after leaving her home and being introduced to society. It would only take a single encounter between her and a seductive vampiress for her to find a new start to her life as well as a happy and obsessive love. Now with their fates entwined, the two are bound to face not only changes in their own lives, but also changes that will redefine their era. Going from being trapped in a powerless situation, Dahlia now begins her journey as she discovers secrets about herself, the world, and slowly but surely grows into power and becomes someone that would shake the world. ________________________________________ Welcome to my first novel! I'm quite nervous writing this but also very excited! Going forward, I'm sure there's a lot I'll need to learn, but I hope you enjoy the story and journey along with me. This story is going to contain some serious and dark themes. I can't do a proper trigger warning list because I don't know how the story will progress, but abuse, violence, gore, and sexual assault are topics that will be covered. Credit to the artist who created the cover art. I couldn't find the original artist's name, but I would like to give credit if possible. If there are any conflicts, please contact me and I can remove the art.

George Sterling, once a successful lawyer turned actor, then turned magician, finds himself in dire straits as the rise of Artificial Intelligence takes away all his livelihoods. As he nears the end of his life, a family heirloom, a mysterious ring passed down from his father, transports him to an unfamiliar world seemingly distant from reality. Upon awakening, George discovers a newfound opportunity that awaits him. Initially tasked with portraying the Wizard of Oz to survive, he delves into this new role. However, as he embraces his new identity, an even greater challenge lies ahead: he must venture into the realm of pretending to be a god. This book uses characters and elements from L. Frank Baum's original Oz series which has entered the public domain and allows me to use them in my original book as long as I do not use the characters and elements from the adaptations that haven't entered the public domain.

When fate turns against her, Lady Calantha blames one man: the rakish and ruthless ex-convict, Ryder Walker. After her father's death, her family's fortune disappears, and her fiancé, the Duke of East, jilts her, Calantha vows to exact revenge on the man she holds responsible. But as she orchestrates his ruin, their fierce animosity marks a forbidden attraction. She finds herself ensnared in a dangerous game of seduction and betrayal. As the stakes rise, Calantha must confront the dark secrets of her past and the truth about Ryder's criminal history. But will her thirst for revenge cost her the one thing she never thought she'd risk - her heart? Dive into a world of scandal, passion, and redemption in "Too Scandalous To Love"

"I was really touched by the wolf's kind words,I mean this is the first time anyone has wished me well after many years ago since the tragic incident took place". i miss them."Andrew said.

In the city that never sleeps, a billionaire heir and CEO, Tyson, finds himself trapped in a desperate bid to save his dying girlfriend, Lila. Driven by love and fear, he makes a shocking decision - marrying Skylar, a medical doctor who saves Lila's life with a selfless organ donation. But here's the twist: Tyson feels nothing for Skylar, and his bitter attitude towards her hides a dark secret. Unbeknownst to the world, Tyson is the Alpha of a feared Werewolf pack, a truth known only to a select few. But there's another secret, one that even Tyson himself can't recall - his childhood friendship with Skylar, the woman he once loved. Skylar, determined to rekindle their lost connection, vows to make Tyson remember her, no matter the cost. As Lila grows increasingly unhinged, she'll stop at nothing to destroy the marriage, weaving a web of deceit to fuel Tyson's hatred towards Skylar. But Lila has secrets of her own - secrets that could destroy them all. Behind her fragile beauty lies a hidden truth, a truth that threatens to upend everything. As the battle for Tyson's heart intensifies, secrets begin to unravel. What sparked Tyson's memory loss? Who is Skylar, really? And what lies beneath Lila's perfect exterior? Is she the damsel in distress she seems, or a master manipulator hiding in plain sight? In this gripping tale of love, lies, and supernatural secrets, Tyson must confront his true identity and the darkness within. But will he survive the truth about the women in his life? Dive into a world of secrets, lies, and forbidden love, where the lines between truth and deception blur. Will Tyson uncover the mysteries of his past and his heart, or will the darkness consume him? The fate of their love hangs in the balance - find out what happens next.

Grey stood by his office window, overlooking the city, a sense of despair washing over him. "I can't believe it. Maybe I'm not meant to be loved," he muttered to himself. He recalled the words, "Grey, I'll be back for you," uttered just days after his divorce from his treacherous wife, Christina. The betrayal had shattered his heart, turning his once passionate love life into a cold, calculated pursuit of success. He had sworn to never fall in love again, his heart hardening with each passing day. All he had ever wanted was a genuine, committed relationship, but Christina's ruthless attempt to seize his wealth had crushed that dream. A year later, he had achieved his success, becoming a renowned businessman, but his heart remained broken. Just when he thought all hope was lost, a new woman entered his life. Carmen, the new secretary at Grey Telecommunications Inc., brought a ray of light into his darkened world. Drawn to her warmth and kindness, Grey found himself falling deeper and deeper in love. Their love deepened, culminating in a Valentine's Day proposal in Paris, which Carmen accepted. They returned to Los Angeles, planning to announce their engagement a few weeks later. Grey returned to his business, only to discover that $500 million had been stolen from his bank account. His fiancee had also vanished. The pieces slowly fell into place. Grey realized he had been tricked again. Fueled by anger and betrayal, Grey hired a team of military-trained detectives to track Carmen thinking she was the exact cause of his financial loss. He vowed to destroy the innocent Carmen, who had nothing to do with his financial loss, Grey left everything behind, his heart consumed by a burning desire for revenge. This was no longer just a love story; it had become a dangerous pursuit of justice. _____________________ Ps I own all characters in this novel and all scenes are all my own

Ava Delmundo! A fearless werewolf. She has pink lips, a cute smile and is always ready for adventure. Her father is the alpha of the werewolf clan. He made sure to train her every single day when she turned 4. He had a vision that she was the fated Luna and he was very happy. But that happiness died when she decided to go against him. The werewolf and the humans haven't been in good term for years now. There was a rule which said no werewolf is allowed to fall in love with either the humans or vampire but Ava broke the rules and she fell in love with a human. She got banished from the clan by her own father. She didn't beg him because she really loved the human so she packed her things and left. Ava and the human were happily married but all that changed when he saw her in the full moon transforming to a werewolf. She begged him not to tell anyone and he promised and said he loves her way too much to do that but it was all a lie. He planned with the people of the community to kill her but she escaped by the help of a guy. Not just a mere guy, but a vampire. ••••••••••••••• Lucian Delfage! The feared and most powerful vampire in the clan. He is very hot and handsome with a perfect body. He rules the clan with an iron fist and kills anyone who has connections with a werewolf or a human. He had a brother but his brother was killed by a werewolf and that's why he despises werewolves He hates werewolves and humans with all his heart but all that changed when he met her. •••••••••• Who's the vampire? Why did the vampire save the werewolf? What will happen in the vampire's castle?

In the shadowy depths of an ancient forest in Heian Japan, a nameless European knight finds himself inexplicably transported from his homeland to a realm unknown, hundreds of kilometers away from the familiar landscapes of Europe. Lost and bewildered, he stands amidst the towering trees of a foreign land, his armor gleaming like a beacon in this distant time period. As the knight grapples with the enigma of his sudden displacement, he soon discovers that this world is teeming with malevolent forces, demons, and spirits drawn from the rich tapestry of Japanese folklore. They torment him, as if toying with the interloper who has unwittingly stumbled into their domain. Each encounter with these supernatural entities becomes a harrowing battle, his sword clashing against the eerie, otherworldly forms that emerge from the shadows. Yet amidst the chaos and danger, a ray of hope emerges in the form of a mysterious shrine maiden. She becomes his guide in this realm, her gentle presence a lifeline in a sea of unfamiliar customs and an impenetrable language barrier. Together, they embark on a quest, not only to confront the demons that have ensnared him but also to decipher the ancient mysteries of Heian Japan. Their journey takes them through a world of vividly painted landscapes, from the bustling streets of Heian-era Kyoto to the serene tranquility of remote mountain shrines. Along the way, the knight gains a deep appreciation for the life of the common folk in this ancient East Asian society, as he witnesses the delicate interplay between Shinto and Buddhist practices and becomes entwined in the cultural tapestry of the time. As the battles against the malevolent spirits intensify, the knight's quest for a way back to his European homeland becomes deeply personal. The demons have not only transported him across time and space but have also tampered with his very existence. Determined to reclaim his lost identity and return home, he must muster every ounce of courage and determination, forging an unbreakable bond with the shrine maiden.

"Am I not normal?" "Abnormal!" "What's abnormal about me?" "Where are you normal? Who else would eat lamb spine and report the owner for using sheep with congenital spinal deformities?" "Who else would drink a coffee and insist on explaining what tarry stools are?" "Where's there a medical student who has won a national science and technology first prize?" "Where's there a student who makes professors serve them tea and water?" "Where's there a resident doctor who's scolded the chief so harshly they're drenched in dog's blood?!" "Where's there a doctor..." "Tell me... where are you normal?!" Chen Gong fell silent for a moment, looking at the other person, "To live, one doesn't need to be too normal!" ... Rather than mentally exhausting oneself, it's better to drive others crazy. Just as the saying goes, to live, one doesn't need to be too normal! Similarly, to be a doctor, one definitely doesn't need to be too normal!

"WHAAAAAAT?! A WOLF?" After living for 29 years without knowing what is love, an office worker Kurokawa Yuuki died by overworking.      Even though she doesn't regret dying from working her ass off for her family, she regretted because she had never experienced love before. Even after chances given. But she is then given a chance to be reborn in an another world, but she got reincarnated as a wolf? How is she going to achieve her goal to experience love while she is a wolf?        After being reincarnated in another world, she struggled to survive in the wild and strived to evolve to be a Werewolf, a beastmen race that's accepted by the humans. But even then after she become humanlike, the humans still despise her kind and then forced herself to get in the human's town. Hungry, she stumbled upon a white haired guy that seems to be a cook of a tavern finding her eating garbage.        How will both of them interact with each other? Is she going to experience falling in love for the first time? How will their relationship grow over time? All answer lies in her efforts to achieve her goal to experience love, something that never she experienced in her past miserable life. ===================================== I maybe writing this novel for the contest just for fun, but I'm trying my best to show myself, you and those around me that I'm not writing half-assed.        So if you like what you're reading and want to support me, vote me to help me win,  or at least got a contract, that's enough for a beginner writer like me. I'm open to any advices and critics, since this is my first time writing female lead story and please support or read my other work if you wish to.

This story is based on the author's imagination. But sometimes it may be related to the real world. In this story the imaginary world name is Earthia. In this story, the Lancaster Kingdom, which is located in the same place in Japan. It is a beautiful and lively place. This story is based on a female lead Elia Lancaster. She is the main character in this story. In the beginning she was 20 years old and she is about to inherit her throne. But poor Elia, She could not claim her throne before someone forcefully took her place. Now she lives far from her kingdom with another name. And from now on her new journey begins. In this fake name she has to face more troubles and humiliation. But she did not give up, she tried to change her fate. Aren Blackwood is a Grand Duke of Lancaster kingdom. He was the rival of Elia. in beginning he was 23 years old and a brave warrior. Most of the time he is busy travelling. He was the male lead in this story. He wants revenge for his grandfather’s death. After Bound by marriage with Elia’s fake identity, he didn't accept her. He avoids her and also humiliates her. But in the end he supports Elia in regaining her throne. Elia and Aren started their journey individually. Elia started her journey for seck of knowing the truth. And Aren Started his journey to find Elia and he will take his grandfather's death revenge. But fate brings them closer and connected to each other. They both use fake identities for their missions. After an incident they marry by force. Both of them could not accept the marriage and tried to avoid themselves. Aren's mother also did not accept Elia as her daughter in law. Because of her poor social status. The presence of a third person, a woman named Linda who was going to marry Aren attempt suicide after Elia and Aren’s marriage. She could bear the situation. After the influence of Linda, Aren’s mother plots something bad to elia. She just wanted Elia to willingly leave Aren and after that Linda married his son and became her daughter in law. But poor Elia got pregnant at the same time, but nobody knows that. Even Elia herself did not know that. Fall for Linda’s trap she had miscragge. Aren was not the kingdom this time. He went for a secret mission. This time Elia broke down and ran away from Aren’s house. She made herself strong and independent. Two years later on her 22th birthday Elia came back to the Lancaster kingdom. This time she came As Elia herself. She manages to gather information about Cloye and her son Cris. In the meantime Elia also knows that Aren wanted revenge from her. Then Elia finds out the truth behind the incident and reason for Aren grandfather’s death. She felt pity for Aren. She reclaimed her throne. Aren also achieved some victory with the war of neighbourhood kingdoms. Finally Aren feels he is falling in love with Elia’s fake identity. He Scharced for her but couldn't find her. After that destiny plays with their fate again. They became a couple again, but this time they married their real identity. And both of them help each other to find Elia’s grandmother and some secrets.

Halina’t pumasok sa mundo ng mga assassin. Kung saan masasaksihan ang mga malalagim na krimeng gawa ng mga taong nagtatago sa dilim at palaging handang sumalakay sa kanilang mga bibiktimahin. Kung saan ang kanilang trabaho at pinagkakikitaan ay ang pagpaslang at pagkitil ng buhay. Bata pa lang sila ay ito na ang kinamulatan nila. Kaya para sa kanila ang pagkuha ng buhay ay isang ordinaryong gawain gaya ng paghuhugas ng pinggan. Ngunit mayroong natatanging tatlong tao ang nangingibabaw sa mga tagapaslang na ito. Sila ay mas kilala sa katawagang 3 Diablos. Sila ang mga highest paid professional assassins. Malinis trumabaho ngunit brutal kung pumatay. Sa kanilang tatlo magsisimula ang malaking pagbabagong magaganap sa mundong kanilang ginagalawan. Ano ang magiging papel nina Leonardo de Silva, Jewel Villadarez at Shayne Lucas sa mga pagbabagong magaganap? What will happen if an assassin who was trained to control his feelings fall inlove? But what’s the most devastating fact is…falling in this kind of world is a mortal sin. Where the punishments of this unlawful act is death. What sacrifices will be made? What’s the feelings of being born to be an assassin?

Saat dipilih untuk menikah dengan Javon, si pangeran vampir, Thea yang buta dan berpikir tidak akan ada yang mau menikah dengannya, jelas saja terkejut. Namun, demi menjaga perdamaian dan kerja sama dunia manusia dan dunia vampir, dia akhirnya setuju untuk menikah dengan Javon dan mengikutinya ke Flezio, menjadi satu-satunya manusia yang tinggal di antara para vampir. Nyatanya, Thea bukanlah istri pertama Javon karena sang pangeran sudah pernah menikah beberapa kali sebelumnya meski umur pernikahannya tidak pernah lama. Semua karena sosok monster serigala yang tersegel dalam tubuhnya yang akan ikut keluar setiap kali dia akan melakukan hubungan intim, membuat para mantan istrinya itu begitu ketakutan hingga berakhir mati atau melarikan diri darinya. Alasan itu membuat sang pangeran berpikir bahwa mungkin Thea akan menjadi solusi terbaiknya dan dia terbukti benar ketika tidak hanya Thea tidak merasa takut pada sosok monster dalam raga Javon tersebut, perlahan Thea bahkan juga berhasil membuat monster itu menyukainya. Saat Thea dan Javon mulai menjadi dekat, monster serigala bernama Xander dalam diri Javon itu mulai memberontak ingin keluar. Xander bahkan mulai mencoba untuk mengambil alih tubuh Javon sepenuhnya, menginginkan Thea untuk dirinya sendiri. Di luar itu semua, Thea merasa bahwa dirinya tidak lebih dari pemuas nafsu sang pangeran vampir dengan label istri yang hanya bersifat sebagai pemanis. Thea ingin lari, tetapi tentu saja Javon tidak akan membiarkannya. Javon mengingatkan Thea tentang konsekuensi apa yang akan terjadi pada dunia manusia jika istrinya itu berani meninggalkan pernikahan ini. Apakah Thea bisa melarikan diri dan mendapatkan kebebasannya? Atau apakah dia justru akan terjebak lebih dalam bersama Javon dan Xander?

What's it like to experience a police chase a hundred thousand times? Never dream, or you'll never know what the next crime scene in your dreams will be. A criminal capable of crafting the perfect crime could certainly become the best detective. Ethan, who just started his internship at the Detective Bureau, simulates crimes in his dreams every night. After simulating the perfect crime a hundred thousand times in his dreams, he has acquired various skills. Lock picking, cheating at cards, psychological manipulation, and even using firearms and piloting fighter jets—he's mastered them all. Every time he escapes the statute of limitations, he completes another perfect crime. Is this a test by the god of dreams or a plot by Satan? Ethan, who could have been one of the most infamous criminals in history, now just wants to be a good person…

Powers always come with responsibility so use them wisely! He: Do you love me? She: Yes! He: How much? She: Infinity! He: Huh? She: Yes, because I never counted it! Love is the purest and greatest power in this world! ------- This is an original work and not the translation. A Cover page is not from me! If an owner has any problem please let me know I can change it.

Daniel Alwight, scholarship students whom given a chance to study in the UK. By any circumstances he put himself as the Low-key, Introvert type of a person. Petite, smart, adorable and kind. He likes Guys but never dare to say a word. Never thought could possibly made any friends until an incidence happen by the University's Park, where a piece of sandwich change his life forever. Michael Pembrooke, University's heart throb. The most handsome and gorgeous Man. Extrovert. Excell in both Sports and Academics. His favourite sports is Polo, Golf and Tennis. Very Famous. Extremely nice and very helpful. Hardworking and a playboy. It wasn't his choice, there's something rather more bigger than the girls that doesn't care about him. Until he Met Daniel. There's something about Daniel he doesn't know. Not the fact that Daniel cook for him, or listen to his constant breakups story or the part where he try to push the little lad to go party with him. There's just something that tied him up and him liking and even loving the fellow is more surprising than he could ever thought of.

"You're a strong woman and an FBI agent and everyone adores you for your heroic acts and you've struggled hard to build a wonderful reputation for outsiders, but what about your family, huh??!! You let dad go and put him in danger, so what?? you can focus on other men. That's perfectly alright. I'm leaving this dysfunctional house and you can't stop me" I looked on as my 17- year old daughter stood up to me. I couldn't do anything; I couldn't even say anything. Lora Anderson has had to struggle her whole life. After her tragic childhood and horrible adulthood, she has lost all hope in love, until luck shines on her