Why You Little Bastard

He wanted to be accepted for who he was; a bastard. But the world was a cruel place for bastards, especially in the vampire realm of Eldoria. A vampire prince, born a bastard, was a disgrace not only to the royal family but the realm at large. And for that, Gabriel Sinclair grew up in harsh environs within the very castle his brother considered heaven. And as if being bastard was not enough wound to scar him and put him miles away from the throne, they made marry a human to seal the treaty between the two warring species. ***** Elena Thornhart always dreamt of venturing beyond the walls of Mysthaven. Since childhood, she had been confined in the castle of Mysthaven, safe from the vampire's reach. But not everything goes as planned. In an effort to save the nearly extinct human population, Andrian Thornhart, the human king and Elena's brother, offers her as the sacrificial lamb. Now Elena must navigate the treacherous Vampire court and royal family and protect her husband from his own kind. Little does she know her presence is set to unleash a side of Gabriel Sinclair that he never knew existed, a secret that might set the realm apart or unite it!

The ancient Divine Beast Susu descended to endure trials and became the youngest daughter of the Qin Family, who were nearing eighty years old; young in age but high in seniority, even the men in their twenties had to call her auntie. Susu was also the only girl in three generations of the Qin Family, cherished by her parents, doted on by her brothers, and her nephews would fight over holding their auntie and protecting her. Protect her? Susu said she didn't need it, for she was a mighty and ferocious Divine Beast! With her around, no one would dare to bully the Qin Family members! Those who bullied her family got sent flying; those who coveted their fortune got sent flying; those who tried to kidnap her got sent flying. The kidnappers who captured Susu were frightened by her and willingly handed over their cell phones for her to call the police. "How do I unlock the cell phone?" Susu asked. "It requires fingerprint unlocking, you can use my finger," explained the kidnapper. "How do I use your finger? Chop it off?" Susu asked again. "No! No need to chop, it can be used while still attached to my hand!" the kidnapper wailed. Chop off a finger! What kind of thought process was that? Way too scary! Ever since the lucky-buff-carrying Susu had come to their home, the family's luck had improved, their business prospered more each day, and the previously naughty young masters had become much better behaved, truly a little lucky star. It was just that boy from the neighbor's house, who kept thinking about kidnapping Little Susu, causing the Qin Family men quite a bit of concern. Maybe they should just break his leg again?

In order to return to Earth, Karami has raised and freed his slaves admirably. But the slaves cling to Karami and don't want to be separated. “.....I'm going to find Karami.” “.....Why???”

Elian, a beggar with nothing to lose, died tragically, only to awaken in the body of the despised bastard son of a powerful Grand Duke in the Arcanoria Empire. His second chance at life quickly turned into a nightmare when the Grand Duke’s household was executed, and Elian was sold into servitude as a courtesan. In this cruel new existence, Elian crossed paths with Izan, the enigmatic crown prince who harbored dark secrets of his own. As they grew closer, a forbidden love began to blossom, one that could upend the delicate balance of power in the empire and destroy them both. Torn between survival, betrayal and desire, Elian and Izan faced impossible choices. Could they defy the forces threatening to tear them apart, or would the empire crush their love before it even had a chance to begin? --- Warning: This book contains mature themes. Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/NJJKETf4

“Shit, why this guy!?” Of all the unique characters he could’ve transmigrated as, it had to be the bastard instructor. Vanitas Astrea. A third-rate early game boss, who was dismissed from the University after severe allegations, losing his teaching profession and ultimately, exiled from the Empire. “.....How did I even get here!?” Vanitas must now circumvent his way around this new world, confront his past, mend broken relationships, and prevent looming tragedies that would lead to his demise. —————————————— Discord: https://discord.gg/zukKB2ppDp

"The missing ingredient is a test subject with Royal Blood..." Raven Kyzer, a Commoner boy, grew up in an orphanage along with his twin sister, after losing their mother at a young age, having never met their father. After being discovered to possess Royal blood, the twins are abducted by the Church of Persona. Raven is used as a test subject in an ancient form of Forbidden Magic, known as the Homunculus Ritual, while his sister goes missing in the clutches of the church. The Homunculus Ritual is conducted to turn Raven into a powerful but mindless Monster, a loyal weapon for the church with no sense of free will...but something goes wrong, the ritual fails to destroy Raven's mind and he escapes the clutches of the church. Furious at being turned into a Monster, Raven swears revenge against the church, determined to make them pay for what they did to him, as well as to rescue his sister from their clutches. But there's only so much he can do by himself, even with the new powers he gained through the Homunculus Ritual...that's when he has a fateful encounter with the nation's most wanted criminals, a group known as The Irregulars, who, like Raven, have their own reasons to despise and go after the church, as well as the corrupt Nobility that oppresses the Commoners. With their goals aligned, Raven decides to join The Irregulars, taking the first step on his long, arduous path to revenge... Instagram: @aimdaqs Discord Server: https://discord.gg/J497zhJb

For eight long decades, Luke Dexter has lingered in the eerie stillness of a cave, trapped in a liminal existence that defies life and death. Once an ordinary man, he was brought back from the void by a Celestial Mage, condemned to wander as a zombie. The mage insists that Luke must venture into the living world to rediscover his purpose, but Luke is reluctant, finding little appeal in the life he left behind. However, when the mage forcefully casts him into the outside world, Luke is thrust into a reality that is different and unsettling. Tormented by haunting memories of a life he barely remembers, he is filled with wariness about what lies ahead. To survive, he must lean on his unshakable confidence. Yet, in a realm where magic entwines with peril, Luke quickly learns that the greatest threats may come not from his haunting past or uncertain future, but from the truths hidden deep within himself. In a society that recoils from the undead, Luke faces a crucial question: Can he carve out a new path, or will his very existence ignite a reckoning that could change everything? The journey ahead is fraught with danger and revelations, forcing him to confront not only the world but also the man he has become.

After getting hit by a bus, Edward gets sent to another world, forced to complete a mission to save it, which he successfully accomplishes. But just as he's about to enjoy his well-deserved hero life, a cosmic screw-up by the goddess sends him back to Earth. On the very same day, while saving his sister, Edward gets hit by a bus again, ending up back in front of the goddess. Now, in accepting a new reincarnation, he brings the goddess along to a new world, aiming for a peaceful life. However, he discovers that his fate is tied to saving a useless webnovel protagonist, complicating his aspirations for peace. "Well, killing all the villains is the easiest way to do that."

Kim Do-yun, an ordinary man with a simple office job, unexpectedly gains fame as an S-Rank Hunter in a world filled with monsters and Gates. Although he has no special powers or skills, Do-yun’s luck is extraordinary, so extraordinary that people believe him to be the strongest Hunter. Every time he finds himself in a dangerous situation, something always happens to save him. Yet, he doesn’t know how to handle the attention and expectations of a world that views him as a hero. Do-yun continues to be at the center of unavoidable misunderstandings. With more people admiring him, he must adapt to a world that perceives him as far stronger than he actually is. Every time he faces monsters within the Gates, strange situations arise, leading him to be seen as an increasingly mysterious Hunter.

It is said that girls love bad boys… it is said that bullies love more, but what if they are the ones who break women's hearts most cruelly? Clare was sure that she had met the love of her life, and she didn't expect that one day she would get a message from her beloved. He would announce to her that it was the end of their relationship. The perfect guy turned out to be a bastard, and her whole life was sprinkled. For a year, she was unable to pick up the pieces after this breakup, and for many months she was unable to stop thinking about him. The following summer, he reappeared in her life, turning it upside down by a hundred and eighty degrees. His return brought danger to her. Will Clare be able to heal from her love for this bastard, or will she give him another chance? How much will her former friend mess up her decision?

He became the Emperor when he was just a boy and was beheaded before reaching adulthood. It was a tragedy brought about by his fate as the first noble wizard. “Ian, don’t be born in your next life.” He thought everything was over, listening to the traitor’s heartless words. He knew, but… “You are a symbol of peace. Where else would you find such honor as a lowly one?” He became the Margrave’s bastard son, whose family went extinct 100 years ago. A lowly, unsophisticated one, destined to be sold as a hostage to the barbarians across the border.

Palva, a young college student and a shy, introverted artist, dreams of creating art that speaks to the soul. Hoping to improve her skills, she gathers the courage to ask her art teacher, for additional guidance. The teacher agrees to mentor her, but he soon takes advantage of Palva's vulnerability and desperation to learn. As their private sessions continue, Henry's demands become increasingly manipulative, pushing Palva into morally and emotionally degrading situations in exchange for his "lessons." Palva art begins to reflect her inner turmoil, but her life spirals downward as self-hatred and confusion cloud her sense of self. She becomes ashamed of her appearance and conflicted about her sexuality, struggling with feelings of guilt and shame.

Tae Yeon-Woo, an office worker, known for his notorious streak in the business world had lost his life in an unfortunate car accident. He somehow woke up, in a new world as a bastard's child. He had lived peacefully in a small town with his mother, when the news of his half-brother, the rightful heir to the count's territory, tragically passed away due to a carriage incident, and his father, the current count, bedridden due to shock. Forcing him to become the heir to the count's estate, becoming the new count of the territory! Update Schedule: Monday-Friday (1 Chapter) Author's Note: The Cover Image is From Pinterest, credits to the rightful owner! Also, I'll be updating/rewriting some chapters.

Once upon a time..........He did something to survive university. He became a Suger baby to a wealthy Sugar daddy . Several years later , thier paths cross again . Unfortunately, he is already married and with a child . He should be keeping his distance . However, after meeting his son , he instantly fell in love with the boy .. Despite confusion brought by father and son in his peaceful life , his heart glimpses hope after learning he has no wife . However, after all these years , he still felt inadequate . His dark past continue to haunt him like an unrelenting shadow . More so now that the boy had crawled his way deep into his heart . A kryptonite that can be used against him . Will he let the intimidating yet exceptionally gorgeous father disturb his heart just to keep his spot next to the boy? Or as , he did years ago , he is tempted to flee to keep their peace .. Hello My viewers I want to specially tell you that this novel is not mine but from my favorite author . I love this story so much but it ended soon so I am going to post here then I will write it's season 2 because I am too excited to change the ending. support your author thanks you .... Notice :- I am writing this here because I love this novel and it's author

Normal frickin days. Boring usual college days. Normal us. So why. No ,where did it all go wrong. When did it all go wrong. Just a bunch of teenage girls trying to get over their last year as seniors ,each of them wanting to go to different universities with different dreams. Four best friends ,different personalities ,different everything ,only met last year but became closer than childhood friends or so they thought. When they get tangled up in something they never could have even dreamt of ,friendship isn't friendship ,enemies aren't enemies ,nothing is normal and usual and boring and the same and it never will be. New allies or maybe not.

After ten years, Markos Moreno returns to Italy. A multi-billionaire magnate, sexy as sin and cocky as hell. Swearing revenge on Hayden family, destroying everything with only one aim. Markos vowed to make Valeria Hayden come back crawling to him on her knees. Stripped of her wealthy status to a nobody, Valeria walks up to Markos’ office. Exactly how Markos played his game. All Valeria wants from him is forgive her for what happened. However, Markos desires something else, to break her. Whereas, Valeria is determined to tame and seduce him, snatching her business back. An old flame burns twice. Thrice if she’s Valeria Hayden!

The Bastard Son tells the story of a man marked by rejection, simply for not having been born "legitimate." Living with that label makes you someone society considers inferior but with all that he strives to be someone in that hell

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Wang Zichen is your average office worker, the only thing that set him aside was...Well he is terribly unlucky. one day while just minding his own business, he meets his unfortunate end....... "I'm alive??" "eh third mother? you're awake? ofcouse your alive" "but didn't I get hit on the head?" "hit on the head? did someone hit third mother??" "wait, wait, wait what are you calling me? third mother what?" "call the doctor third mother has gone crazy" "!!!!!" *content warning for mentions of miscarriage, murder, attempt murder and violence*

Aiden is your everyday sort of merman. He is smart, handsome (the works) and totally in love with one human guy. Aiden finally gets the courage to pursue his growing crush after the pod finally reaches the tipping point of a crisis. Unfortunately, rules and reality have it out for him. His secret and very forbidding inter-species relationship could get him cast out of the pod. As Aiden chases his fading chances at love and romance , his tiny world gets so much bigger. He discovers the excitement and pain you get when you put your heart and life on the line. Xander is a (devilishly handsome) human. With his good looks, girls and boys are just waiting to get in bed for a one night stand with him. None of them are really interested in him, none of his partners had ever tried to get to know him. With his family problems at home escalating, he tries to find ways to protect himself and his sister from the aftermath. When he meets Aiden he is one step away reaching his breaking point, he just hopes he doesn’t have to add Aiden to his list of regrets.

Aldric Bloodrune, the scorned bastard son of the powerful Bloodrune Clan, has known only the cold sting of rejection. Born with a bloodline too strong to ignore yet too illegitimate to honor, he grew up under the shadow of the clan’s ruthless expectations. The legitimate children and noble peers scorned him, while his father, the merciless patriarch, kept him at arm’s length. But when his own blood betrayed him in the ultimate act of cruelty—striking him down to sever his claim—fate took a surprising turn. Reborn in his younger self, Aldric stands at the precipice of vengeance and power. This time, he vows to protect the only person who ever showed him compassion: Olivia Cartroute, the noble daughter of a neighboring clan who, despite the dangers, saw the humanity in him. In this new life, Aldric embraces his outcast identity, wielding it like a weapon. He learns the ancient, forbidden Bloodrune arts in secret, forging himself into a force that will not only defy the Bloodrune legacy but shatter it. Fueled by vengeance and tempered by loyalty, Aldric marches toward the day he will reclaim his destiny and finally face the father who took everything.

(idk why I wrote this but I hope you like it ;) It took quite a while for Basta to realise he truly was back... To the start of his hell. Will you join him as fixes his past mistakes, and makes new ones in the process? Poor cursed bastard. Everyone he ever loved has died. Before he found out they were all insane. Beware, there's a lot of Basta getting bullied by hot women, and bullying everyone else. Surely, this time, he'll be able to have a normal, peaceful life after saving the world, with the help of his two new skills, the knowledge of the past, right? Find out, if you really wish to. I can't stop you, now.

In a world governed by cultivation and power, Li Tian was once a formidable warrior, feared and respected. However, betrayal led to his untimely death. Reborn in a new realm, he awakens as a 17-year-old bastard child of a powerful family, ridiculed and ignored by those around him. Retaining the memories of his past life, Li Tian is determined to seize this second chance. As he navigates the treacherous waters of his new existence, Li Tian finds himself entangled with numerous captivating women, including his alluring stepmother, Xu Fang, and his charming fiancée, Zheng Wei. With a system that reveals his hidden desires and offers him tasks to complete, he must confront his inner struggles while forging bonds and gaining strength. Will Li Tian rise above the stigma of his birth and carve out a destiny worthy of his past glory, or will the shadows of betrayal continue to haunt him? Join him on a journey of self-discovery, love, and conquest as he seeks to transform from a mere bastard into a legendary figure of the cultivation world.

A boy believed his life held no worth because he couldn’t understand people—their friendships, bonds, or even the purpose of their existence. He saw things beyond what humans were meant to perceive, but always dismissed them, thinking his mind was playing tricks on him. Though gifted in many ways, he lived in solitude, waiting for his life to quietly end. That was, until he met an unusual girl at school. She promised to show him life’s hidden worth, and for the first time, he found himself wanting to believe her. But just as he began to embrace her words, an accident stole his life. Or so he thought. The next morning, he woke in his bed, memories of his death vivid and unsettling. A strange piece of dark metal ring wrapped around his right middle finger, and a mysterious to-do list filled his mind—a series of tasks with curious rewards for each one completed. Now, with newfound power and cryptic objectives, he faces a choice: continue to follow the tasks, or use this second chance to live knowing the worth of his life.

Takeshi glancing at the boys, determined "Stay close to me. I won’t let them take you." He tightens his grip on his weapon, every muscle in his body tensed and ready for the battle. Shauwa charges at Takeshi with a roar, his weapon swinging wildly. Takeshi meets him head-on, their weapons clashing with a loud, metallic sound. The boys watch in fear, huddling close to each other. Shauwa grinning wildly as he swings his weapon "Is this all you’ve got, Takeshi? I thought you were supposed to be strong!" He laughs, trying to taunt Takeshi into making a mistake. Takeshi focused, voice steady "You’re underestimating me, shauwa .That’s your first mistake." He counters Shauwa's attack with precision, his movements fluid and controlled. Meanwhile, Azdal watches the battle with a cold, calculating gaze. His eyes flicker between Takeshi and the boys, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Azdal in thought, planning "Takeshi is strong… but even he can protect the boys and fight at the same time. All I need is one opening…" Shauwa relentless attacks start to wear on Takeshi, but Takeshi remains focused. Suddenly, Azdal sees his chance—Takeshi’s attention momentarily shifts to the boys. Azdal seizing the moment, rushing towards the boys "Now’s my chance!" He lunges towards the boys, his weapon

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Kouta Fujiro thought his life ended when he took a bullet to save his childhood friend. But instead of dying, he awakens in a medieval world, reincarnated into the body of Elliot Grande, the son of a noble family. Struggling to adjust to this strange new life, Elliot's journey takes a sudden turn when he learns he's engaged to Remillia Von Defort-a notorious "villainess" known for her scheming reputation.