The Princess Bride Sword Fight

She was married to a wealthy alpha when she was 20. She was forced to live as a widow at the age of 21 despite her husband being alive and well. Anabella lived her life suppressing her emotions and what she felt, all for the sake of her family. Her parents sold her off to secure a future for their Alpha son, while the family she got married into was not ready to accept her. Her husband hated her, his gaze searching for someone else among the crowd. And her son-in-law sought the image of his mother in someone else, not giving her a chance even to get close. Life was not...great. So, Anabella decided to end it all and run away. If she were going to live as a widow, despite her marriage, then she would make the best of it and ensure that she would not have to repress herself. After all, even if she was married, Anabella was not marked. And for some, that was enough reason to accept and welcome her to her new life. ...... MXFXF relationship. Female alphas are futas, so come in expecting that It will have yuri and a lot of R18 content. You have been warned beforehand

“You are the least objectionable groom of all the ones I’ve seen,” Anaisa replied seriously. “Thank you for the glowing compliment,” Trace grinned, “but that didn’t quite answer my question.” ___ Anaisa is an orphan and a pariah. In an ultimate act of betrayal, her father, a Count of the Realm, is accused of deserting and betraying the army in a time of war. Not only is he immediately executed for the offense, but the king declares he must have been a fake all along! His two daughters are stripped of their titles and inheritance, replaced by a distant cousin and cast out of their home with nothing. Anaisa swears someday she will get her title and lands back, but in the mean time, she and her sister Katia have to figure out how to survive. Trace is an anomaly among his people; instead of revealing their son as a magic user and thrusting him into the public eye, his parents kept it a secret to allow him to choose the kind of life he wanted. Trace found himself content to rest and play in his own dream world instead of invading the nighttime visions of others. As an adult, his choice to remain unknown is thrown into jeopardy when a mysterious blackmailer forces Trace to enlist in the territorial war between nations, threatening to reveal his secret if the demand is not met. With the war now over, Trace believes he can finally go home to his farm and live the simple, unremarkable life he’s always desired. When Anaisa and Trace are thrown together by a royal edict, the sisters find themselves unwittingly tangled in the web of mystery and intrigue that surrounds the blackmailer’s escalating assignments for Trace. Anaisa begins to suspect it may be connected to the plot to replace her family in the noble court. As the scheme continues to unfold, lives, loves, marriages, and magic will be put to the test to see what forces in the world are strongest.

Sophia Laurent has always lived a life of luxury, but wealth and privilege cannot shield her from the constraints of tradition. When her family arranges for her to marry Daniel Hart, a widower with a one-year-old daughter, Sophia feels trapped. Desperate to escape a life dictated by others, she runs away the night before her wedding. Fate intervenes when Sophia saves an elderly woman from a hit-and-run accident, rushing her to the hospital. In a twist of irony, the woman turns out to be Daniel’s estranged mother, Cecilia Hart. Sophia, unaware of the connection, fabricates a story about being a lonely, jobless runaway seeking a fresh start. Moved by her kindness and humility, Cecilia offers her a job as a live-in nanny for her son’s child. Now living under the roof of her mysterious ex-fiancé, Sophia struggles to keep her true identity hidden while grappling with her feelings for Daniel. She discovers that beneath his cold, enigmatic exterior lies a man haunted by past betrayals and secrets that could shatter his family. As Sophia becomes entangled in their lives, a passionate yet forbidden romance ignites between her and Daniel. But as her lies unravel and shocking truths come to light, Sophia must confront the very fate she tried to escape. Will she risk losing Daniel forever, or will love prove stronger than the secrets that threaten to tear them apart?

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

The world suddenly came to an end, I was in class waiting for the teacher to arrive. "Is that a centipede?"

In a Japan where the spiritual world intertwines with everyday life, Kazuo Shishi, an 18-year-old high school student with an explosive temper, lives a life far from ordinary. Known as the "rakai" of his school, this brave brawler hides a secret far more dangerous than his fist: a "beast gift" that gives him the abilities of a humanoid lion. With sharp reflexes, raw strength and animal instincts, Kazuo embodies the "lion heart" within him.But an ancient evil threatens to devour the world. The Lord of the Beasts, a beastly entity sealed in a dark dimension, is trying to escape to conceive a half-human, half-god heir destined to plunge the Earth into chaos. To achieve this, he sends fearsome minions, spiritual and mortal creatures, responsible for the weaknesses and defenses of the earth. Alongside two high school friends with supernatural powers - one able to see the future and the other to manipulate gravity - Kazuo engages in an occult war to prevent the birth of this being of destruction. Between violent encounters and mundane escapes, such as trips to the cinema or the park, Kazuo must also juggle an unexpected love triangle, his friends and a family who know nothing of his dark secret. "Berserk: Beast Fight" is a gripping and impactful Book that combines violence, drama and the supernatural. Through dynamic dialogue, a long and meaty plot, and no-holds-barred language, Kazuo and his friends are immersed in a fierce struggle between their teenage lives and their fight to save the world.

A daughter must save her father who was kidnapped by demons. ~ A Novelette Introduction to My Novel "The Life of Ebony Ibre: The Knight of Wisdom's Blade". ~

Meeting him was all it took to shatter all that she believed. One fateful night was all that was required to have her questioning her existence and the world around her. Up until the moment she crossed paths with Helios Sloan, Eliana led an ordinary, mundane life. Helios, a man renowned by many but encountered by only a few, had a reputation that preceded him with unfavorable tales. However, Eliana held a contrasting perspective. Despite the stark contrasts between them, Eliana perceived a similarity. Helios, also known as The Demon, was more than just a nickname. Eliana found herself inexplicably drawn to his darkness, challenging her previous perceptions. She came to the realization that she shared more in common with him than she had initially thought. Born to a bloodline beyond the natural yet unknown to her, Eliana possesses abilities that are beyond her comprehension. To uncover the hidden truth, she must venture with him into an unknown world where their trust in each other was tested as secrets were revealed to them.

Born into a well to do family which later falls into poverty and suffering, Sarah Watson is forced to marry the powerful CEO of Stone companies, Allan Stone in order to clear the debt her family owes him and keep them out of the streets. As a young girl, marriage wasn't half as pleasant as she thought, as betrayal from people she trusted, jealousy and hate gradually set in. She is thrown out by her husband and accused of infidelity. The truth finally comes to limelight as Allan Stone realizes that he has fallen in love with his estranged wife. He goes back to her but is almost too late as she loses her child. Will Sarah be able to forgive and open up her heart to true love?

"Who the fuck are you?" he barked, using his hands to grab my neck in a vice grip. I struggled for breath, feeling my life slipping away. "Please... I...can explain." He losened his grip but kept his hands on my neck. "Then do it." Tears spilled from my eyes like rain. "I... I'm not Sol... I'm her twin sister Luna." ********* Luna Grande never thought she'd have to return to the dangerous world of her mafia family. But when her twin sister Sol disappeared, she was forced into a role she never wanted- replacing her sister and marrying Dominick Phoenix, the cruel and domineering Don of the rival Phoenix Mafia Dynasty. Dominick Phoenix is the newly crowned Don of the Phoenix Mafia Dynasty and will do everything to keep his position. But when Dominick discovered that Luna was not who he thought she was, he lost it and went berserk in search of her sister Sol. For indeed Sol has something valuable in her possession that Dominick wants badly.

In a kingdom torn by a century-old feud, Princess Arin is thrust into a marriage that’s more than a mere alliance. Her new husband, King Thorne, is feared across the land as a ruthless ruler—a man haunted by a dark reputation and whispers of slain brides before her. The people call him a monster, but Arin soon realizes that there’s more to the man behind the crown than the chilling stories would have her believe. As Arin uncovers secrets hidden in shadowed halls and battles her own heart, she faces powerful enemies who would see her destroyed. Torn between loyalty and desire, she must decide if she can trust the very man the world warns her to fear. Can Arin survive the dangers surrounding her and find her place in Thorne’s world, or will her heart be the final sacrifice?

Emily, a desperate young woman, agrees to a fake marriage with billionaire Damian Blackwood to save her mother's life. As she enters Damian's world of wealth and deception, Emily must navigate a complex web of lies, secrets, and hidden agendas. As she struggles to maintain her own identity and morals, Emily finds herself drawn to Damian, despite the danger and darkness surrounding him. With each step, Emily risks losing herself in the game of love, loyalty, and survival. Will she find a way to escape the shadows, or will she become a pawn in Damian's sinister plans?

Warning: Mature Content Trigger Warning: Abuse, Trauma, Psychological *It's full of red flags. Don't tell me I didn't warn you all. Blue Learley, a seventeen-year-old girl, lived in a small town with her parents and two brothers. Everything was going as usual until that fateful night when her life changed forever. Demetrius Easton, the merciless werewolf king, got his eyes on her and wanted her as his bride. When her own parents sold her to him, she had no way of escaping him and no one to turn to for help. *** “I don’t want to stay away for too long. Sometimes I fear the bird might fly away.” “The bird doesn’t have a home. The outside world is dangerous for it. And besides, the bird has already found its freedom inside,” I said. “The bird won’t fly away.” ‘So you don’t have to cut its wings since it did not grow them in the first place. It’s okay. The bird likes the cage anyway.’ *** Support my other works: *Silence*- It is a crime-filled thriller novel with a blooming romance between two teenagers. It is about love, friendship and betrayal. Trust me, the twists will keep you on edge. The Mask Of The Monster where you can read the love blooming between a human girl and a terrifying-looking monster The cover is not mine. Source: Devianart

A long time ago, all the world's lived peacefully. Although not all the worlds knew about each other, everyone lived as peaceful as they could in their respective worlds. And in one of these worlds, almost everyone had supernatural abilities which were powered by substances called rubidstones. Each rubidstone lived inside it's wielder and revealed itself when the wielder wanted it to. Rubidstones only chose people who are pure of heart and a new rubidstone was created once a worthy person was born. And because of it, that world was the most peaceful among them. But one day, a wicked ruler at the far end of all the worlds rose up and decided to broke the peace which the world was living in. He went to that universe with his army of tundumons. Unknown creatures which looked like wolfs but had hands and stood on their hind limbs. Lots of lives were lost that day. But one man was able to change everything. He took the rubidstones he had gathered and escaped to a different world (earth) and spread it across the earth hoping to fulfill a prophecy that was told a long ago. And it said; "One powerful and evil person will rise up and disrupt the peace which all the worlds are living in. And when he's close to victory, one man changes everything. He won't be the one to bring back the peace though, but through him new heroes will be born. And among these heroes, a young boy will take up the responsibility and restore peace once more. He will fight with a motto that said, 'fight for peace'"

Ivelle's life has been a cruel game-tormented by her wicked sister, despised by her brothers, and forced into an unwanted marriage with the Duke, known as the Creature of Darkness. Branded a villainess, she meets a tragic end on her wedding day, only to be granted a second chance. To escape her grim marriage, she reluctantly allies with a magician, but her struggle is far from over. Reborn with the truth that she carries dragon blood-the only royal heir-she is suddenly thrust into a deadly game of power, set by the king who never recognized her as his own daughter. Now caught between marriage, family, and monstrous creatures, Ivelle must play the dangerous game of fate and ambition. But can she truly alter her fate, or is she doomed to repeat history?

After being bullied as a kid Michael grows up wanting to become a boxer. One day he gets a special opportunity to skyrocket his boxing career. Will he be able to become the best boxer of all time?

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When a young and naive girl, Ivar falls in love with her Uncle, Ragnar, she defies her parents wishes to marry him, believing he's the man holding her heart. Ignoring her mother's warning, Ivar marries Ragnar before fleeing with him to his village. But upon reaching his village, Ivar realized there's more to Ragnar than she thought. Ragnar is not just a man—he’s a wolven, bounds by a dark curse that haunts not just him but his entire tribe. And Ivar, is the key to breaking that curse.

What happens when a simple mistake sends you down a path of hatred and betrayal? This is a story of love that transcends everything. She fights for a second chance to give him the love he deserves even if it meant the end of her existence. He is set on the path to bring her back from the depts of darkness and despair even if it costs him his life. Watch as they overcome challenges together and embark on a much greater adventure together only to encounter some of the most mysterious and earth shaking secrets about their existence. All the characters in this story are original and it is set in a cultivation world. The story explores many different aspects of their journey to get stronger together in the vast starry sky.

Anonymous Invitation. High-Stakes Escape. Amidst financial ruin and parental conflict, Raya Carson receives a cryptic invite to the prestigious Ackerman bridal contest. Will she seize this chance to escape her suffocating life or remain trapped?

# Arranged marriage #Paranormal Romance -She was his sweet peach. His wish. His eternity. His redemption. His to corrupt and his to command. He has and would never love any the way he loved her- Hermione Barclay, an attractive princess suffered a tragic past which caused her to isolate herself, frightened by the presence of people, poor constructions of words... The memory of the vampire boy whom she had once felt safe around remained etched in her innermost self and she fantasized about nothing but him. Years later, a marriage proposal arrived and she was to wed the same man she had always dreamt about, unfortunately, her expectations of him were crushed. He only cared for her because he was asked to, not because he wanted to. Dark and Tragic twists awaited her in her new home, how was she going to survive?

Jasmine is the first daughter of the great Alpha Bale. Because of her status as a bastard child, she lives a life maltreated scrubbing floors and attending to the needs of her father, step mother, step siblings and the entire pack. But her life makes a drastic turn when she is switched in place for her father’s legitimate daughter to be married off to the Handsome and Cold hearted Alpha Xaden. Xaden is determined to punish Jasmine for the sins of her father who had massacred his entire family, even though she is nothing like her father. Hate slowly turns to desire, fierce passion and finally love. But what happens when Xaden discovers that Jasmine, was planted as a spy to bring his downfall and was not in fact the original princess he was promised to? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Let this be a lesson to everyone. Royal or not, Alpha or Omega," He declares. "You will steer clear of what is mine. In my own territory. In my pack." With that, he tosses the bloodied arm aside and takes Jasmine away from their shocked gaze.

NOT YOUR REGULAR MAFIA STORY! Claire, a stunning and talented actress, is unexpectedly thrust into a role far more dangerous than any she has ever played. Hired to act as the wife of the enigmatic and powerful mafia boss, Lucas. As Claire navigates this treacherous new world, she finds that all things aren’t really as they seem, as she discovers truths that test her will and threaten her life. With action-packed sequences and steamy encounters, Claire's journey is fraught with danger and desire, leading to a climax that will leave her questioning where her true loyalties lie and what price she is willing to pay for love.

Evelyn is a fiercely independent and career-driven woman, poised to inherit 20% of her grandfather's vast company. But there's a catch: if she doesn't marry within a year, she forfeits her entire inheritance. Unwilling to compromise her ambitions for love, Evelyn finds herself in a difficult position. Landon, a passionate martial artist, runs a small dojo that’s teetering on the brink of financial ruin. Faced with a massive debt he can't repay, he risks losing the dojo that has been his life's work and legacy. On a fateful day, their worlds collide when Evelyn’s life is unexpectedly put in danger, and Landon steps in to save her. Desperate and seeing an opportunity, Evelyn makes a bold proposition: a year-long marriage of convenience. In exchange, she will provide Landon the money to save his dojo, and he will help her secure her inheritance. What begins as a cold, businesslike arrangement soon becomes complicated as they navigate the trials of marriage, family, and the secrets they both harbor. Will this unlikely pair be able to keep their distance, or will real feelings begin to blur the lines of their contract? Time is ticking, and as the year unfolds, their biggest challenge might not be keeping the arrangement—but facing their growing connection.

The world had changed when Gates began to appear. To fight back, humans began to awaken with powers. Mo Harin had always loved fighting. Unfortunately, she awoke as a D-rank healer. Would Harin succumb to being dragged around by reckless hunters to be some sort of healing mule? Absolutely not! With her trusty mallet by her side, Harin is going to fight them all!

The whole hall was empty except for the two people that were shooting daggers at each other's with their eyes. Logan later broke the silence and said "you could only work your way into my bed with sleazy means but forget about me treating you like my wife. if you like, you can go complain to grandma but I promise to break your legs and pluck out one of your eyes the moment grandma reprimands me. You can weigh your pros and cons and choose your path" Sophia glared at him in disgust and angrily retorts "you think too highly of yourself Mr Steele, I don't want anything to do with you and if you want your grandmother to be convinced you can meet me in the car, we are nothing to each other but strangers that have been obliged to live under the same roof." she storms off to the Limousine that was waiting outside the hotel to take the newly wedded couple home and a minute later, Logan snaps out of the shock that her words had sent him into then a sinister smirk appeared on his perfectly carved face and he strides out and sits on the other side of the car. The car ride was quiet and the driver was drenched in cold sweat as at the time that they got to the mansion from the oppressive and deadly aura that the couple behind him was exuding. Finally they arrived at Logan Steele's mansion and Sophia had to look at him again and ask herself, "How rich is this man?" well she doesn't have the time to think cause this is her new home and her new life too. Logan came down from the car and looked at the woman in front of his house and muttered under his breath "welcome to hell".

Princess Alaina in Blackmoore is faced with a terrible choice: she either wed the threatening King Alistair of Black Night or risk losing all that is important to her. The fiery princess has captured Alistair's heart, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to elevate her to the position of queen. Alistair is notorious for his cruel rule and evil reputation. Alaina is forced to negotiate the evil forces around her because she is caught between the need to defend her realm and her yearning for independence. Alaina's determination will be put to the test as danger approaches and love is turned into a weapon. Will she be able to defeat the strong monarch and free her people, or will she end as just another piece in his mindgame?


Evelyn Clarke is living in a gilded cage. As the daughter of a wealthy businessman, she has never experienced life like ordinary people-and it's not all it's cracked up to be. When her old-fashioned father arranges her marriage to the cold and brooding Kaleb Blackwell, Evelyn's life spins further out of her control. But then Kaleb offers her a deal for a price she can't refuse: her freedom. Except, everything is not as simple as she thought. Will Evelyn learn to fight for her way, or never escape the cruel clutch of patriarchy that has shaped her life? *** I do not own the cover image, sourced from Pinterest.

Angel thought the world would be hers to explore when she turned twenty. She can finally be free from the gilded cage her overprotective father built for her. But she was mistaken! Her 20th birthday marked the day she lost everything, including the freedom she so desperately craved. It was the day she fell into the hands of her father's enemy, to atone for his sins. Leoric has meticulously planned his revenge for many years. When that day came, he thought he had everything under control. The man who killed his father was behind bars, and the empire he painstakingly built fell into his hands ... including his only daughter. He planned to force his new bride to entertain his friends on their wedding night. That should force her to a status lower than an escort, which should humiliate her and shame her father. That should usher her into hell. His perfect plan of revenge was ruined by a mysterious mishap. They found themselves stranded in a desert in an unfamiliar world after their yacht was sucked into a vortex. Later, they discovered that they were in a parallel universe ruled by dark forces. The only way to return is to offer a tribute to the country's supreme leader—a virgin bride! Where would they get a virgin? Wait, isn't Angel a virgin? As Leoric and his companions traveled across the treacherous landscapes of the enigmatic Astralis, he found himself falling for his wife, who seemed to have transformed after falling into the sea on their wedding night. On a starry night on top of the peak of Mount Anabu, Leoric gazed tenderly at his wife, who looked ethereal, radiated a mystical aura, and whispered... "To hell with the supreme leader and going back. You can only be mine! Let us rule Astralis!"