Tempest Federation

Ten thousand years later, ice has melted. The Soul Federation Scientific Exploration team found an egg with a gold and silver pattern on it in the far north of the land, and after examining it with an apparatus, they found out that there were vital signs inside. They hurriedly brought it back to the institute for hatching. The egg hatched, but it was a baby, a baby exactly the same as a human - a baby born out of an egg.

David traveled to America and became an inspector for the most powerful law enforcement agency, the IRS. On December 3, 2021, America Congress passed a piece of legislation. It stipulated that from now on, any criminal activity, whether smuggling, robbery, fraud, etc., had to pay full taxes to the IRS. Since then, David had become the nightmare of all criminals in America. Until one day, his blade reached towards the heads of Freemasonry and the Federal Reserve!

Transcendent awakening, Eternal Night is coming. Pei Jinye transmigrated into a Federation-controlled world as an ordinary high school student, starting off destitute and with a gloomy future. Luckily, he could pick up Attribute Light Groups and synthesize Transcendents. 【Spirit·Blood Spear】: Transform spiritual power into a spear, capable of Devouring the opponent's memories and stripping away their Transcendent! 【Body·King Kong】: Blood energy flourishing, King Kong with Furious Eyes, an invincible Physical Body! 【Power·Savage Mountain】: Unmatched stamina, a force that could swallow ten thousand miles! …… In the Year 404 of the Star Calendar, the divinations were extremely ominous. That year in the Eastern Continent, divine prophecies descended, and disciples of the old gods walked the earth. In the Western Continent, a vile flame shot into the sky, and a Taoist set off with his Golden Lotus. Swordsmen from the North Continent threw down the gauntlet, aiming to be the best in the world. Priests from the Southern Continent, in the name of the new gods, hunted the disciples of the old gods. And Central State became the central battlefield, embroiled in chaos, too preoccupied with internal strife to care for anything else. It was also this year that Pei Jinye agonized over whether he should infiltrate the Federation as a disciple of the old gods or hunt down the disciples of the old gods as a Federation enforcer... "How did everyone end up being my people in the end?"

The Crown of Star. A mighty artifact that symbolizes the Divine Federations might across the galaxies. Gone. Missing. The Colony Planets region is on the brink of disaster after the uprising in the Federation. But that won't stop Leonard Haravok from seeking his revenge even if it comes at the expense of the Divine Federation. Meanwhile on a distant planet, millions of light years away from the Federation, a young woman is about to endeavor on a great journey as the planet undergoes a transformative event. An event that might be linked to her past and her family.

Return to the world of the Crestas and the Evenhide Pack! The ruling Cresta shifter family has just celebrated another bonding, but the romance and intrigue aren't over. Stunning and powerful witch Ravyn Rolfe, mother of the most powerful Luna in the Shifter Federation, is still heartbroken...grieving widower Alpha Jude Faolan needs her to find him a mate...Could Ravyn be his fated mate, and will the dark forces destroy their happiness?

MC found a wonderful door during the eve of the spirit energy revival. This door connected him to an endless miniature world and he realized that the living creatures in this world were smaller than even ants. He could create an endless tempest with a breath, cause a torrential downpour with a sneeze, shatter city walls with a punch, and level mountains with a footstep. The many dwarves revered him and regarded him as the creator of their world. They prayed fervently to him and offered him sacrifices . "Ding Dong, your devout follower has sacrificed a world item, Book of Wisdom, to you. You have obtained the ability to know everything." "Ding Dong, your devout follower has sacrificed a worlid item, Gravity Ball, to you. You have obtained the ability to control boundless gravity." "Ding Dong, your devout follower has sacrificed a world item, Lightning God's Hammer, to you. You have obtained the almighty power of lightning." With the help of what he gained in the alternate dimension, MC obtained almighty power on Earth. He looked down on humanity and became an omnipotent God, to the fervent prayers of millions of followers! All profit (powerstone) goes to webnovel. Part time Editor and Translator.

The apocalypse arrived and the humans slowly adapted to the extreme environment. After the apocalypse, Su Jiyai’s life becomes more miserable at her foster parent’s house. Her foster mother kept finding ways to sell her, her cousins wanted to kill her to reduce the burden, and her foster dad tried to take advantage of her. However, it was the moment when her foster parents pushed her to get admitted to the Army instead of their biological daughter, that she left the home and severed her ties with them. When she was admitted into the Army, she fought with zombies with her bare hands as she had no superpowers. Just when Su Jiayi was fighting with the zombies near a mysterious place and was sure she would die, she accidentally triggered a system and became the owner of that mysterious place. Not only did she have a safe place to stay, but she also had a super amazing system that allowed her to multiply the things she obtained from Deminsion Hunting. [Ding! Vending Machine Detected! Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Vending Machine X ∞! The Host can start buying Vending Machines for 200 Federal Coins] [Ding! A Deluxe Room Detected! Congratulations to the host for obtaining Deluxe Room X ∞! The Host can start buying Deluxe Room for 10000 Federal Coins] She opened her own residential area and grocery store. Her grocery store and the rental house soon became an instant hit and people from different places came to please her. As her business was growing, her foster parents came begging her but she just kicked them out. Oh! And wasn’t that the captain of Willow Army whom she had a crush on? Why is he looking at her as a lost treasure when he doesn’t even know her real identity… The story will be fast-paced for the first 19 chapters. The main plot will start after 20 chapters.

Born as a prodigy among legends, Kaleb Bjorn was destined to become the greatest champion of the Bjorn Clan, a beacon of power, and a ruler of tides. His spiritual sea—vast, pure, and unmatched—promised a future of glory and unshakable dominance. But destiny is a fragile thing, and envy is a storm that spares no soul. On the day of his greatest triumph, betrayal struck like a bolt of lightning. Malcum Draymar, heir of the rival Draymar Clan, conspired with the treacherous Vorrick Alsevar to shatter Kaleb’s spiritual sea in a single moment of devastation. Reduced to nothing, cast out by his clan, and branded as a disgrace, Kaleb fell from the heavens into the abyss. Yet the storm is never silent. Broken but unyielding, Kaleb discovers a forbidden path—the Tide of Ninefold Resurgence—a cultivation technique that defies the natural order. It promises unparalleled power, but at a deadly cost. Each fragment of his spiritual sea reclaimed brings him closer to forging a new destiny—a destiny drenched in vengeance and forged in the fires of an unstoppable tempest. With allies forged in the crucible of rebellion—a rogue alchemist with a grudge, a wandering warrior from a fallen clan, and outcasts drawn to his rising storm—Kaleb begins a meteoric ascent. The ancient clans that once mocked him will tremble as he harnesses the storms of heaven and the tides of the broken sea. He will challenge gods and tyrants alike, and his wrath will echo through the realms. As the Voidscale Brotherhood, a shadowy cabal that preys on the spiritual seas of others, rises to power, Kaleb prepares to meet their might with a tempest of his own. The world will know his name, not as a fallen prodigy, but as the Stormforged King—the unrelenting force that reshapes the heavens and the earth. The waves will roar. The skies will split. And from the shattered fragments of his past, Kaleb Bjorn will rise as a legend eternal. Prepare for a tale of unparalleled redemption, vengeance, and ascension. Rise of the Stormforged King is an epic storm that will leave the heavens trembling and the earth awestruck.

Cesare Caruso, a renowned actor and a global superstar, appeared to have it all—fame, fortune, and an impeccable reputation. Yet, hidden beneath the surface was a secret he had guarded for years—he was an Omega. That carefully guarded secret came crashing down in one fateful night, during a glamorous masquerade ball aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Overwhelmed by an unexpected heat cycle, Cesare loses control of himself, devoured by his own desires and falling into the arms of a mysterious Alpha—a reckless moment that changed everything. [Zahir al-Tamid. That’s my name.] To his shock, the Alpha was Zahir—a proud prince from an oil-rich kingdom and an unwelcome figure from Cesare’s past. Worse, that night left Cesare unexpectedly pregnant! Before Cesare could make sense of it all, Zahir made a grand entrance at Cesare’s mansion by helicopter, uninvited, catching the attention of major media outlets around the world, demanding a settlement claiming that Cesare shall be responsible for ‘imprinting’ a royal family like him! “...Seriously, it’s not as if I have a ludicrous $2 billion just lying around, you know.” “Thus, marry me, Cesare.” Pregnancy, imprinting, and a royal marriage proposal—showered by a series of unwanted events, Cesare is desperate to find a way to cut ties with Zahir. But Zahir, stubborn and relentless, has no plans to let go. Can Cesare outrun the tempest, or will it pull him under? #BL #Omegaverse #Obsessive #Crybaby #One-sideLove #Prince #Superior Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by Kim Sol Da All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 김솔다, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

It is an era of artificial superintelligences, interstellar travel, gene medicine, and virtual reality worlds. Far into Earth's future, 15-year-old Gu Ding is a student of Cerulean Military Academy by day, and tavern waiter by night. His ambition: Become the space pirate with the highest bounty offered by the Universal Federation Government. With the help of Neptune, a neonate super-intelligence, Gu Ding finds himself thrust into a galaxy of shadowy organizations, political underdealings, and otherworldly forces that lie beyond human comprehension…

A failure guy who failed in everything and gave up from his dreams. He once dreamed to be a great basketball player like his big brother but from wrong people, he left from it and walked on the wrong path on which he even left those people who loved him. With a lot of sadness and regrets, he decides to end his life at once and for all and he finally died. But wait... The boy gets 12 years back from which everything started and he has got a chance to fix the things!

In skies where heavens crack and fall, A broken immortal heeds the call. Ling Tianyi, with memories blurred, Seeks truths within a world disturbed. A demon’s laugh, both sharp and sly, Zhi Yue’s mischief masks the why. With mocking jest and secrets veiled, He walks beside the one who’s failed. A temple stands, then crumbles low, Where lotus blooms and past truths glow. A sword that sings of wars once fought, Now whispers tales of what was sought. Through flames of beasts and shadows vast, The echoes ring of battles past. In lava’s depths and tempest’s rage, Their fates are inked on destiny’s page. Mockery yields to bonds unspoken, As shattered stars leave hearts unbroken. Together bound by fate’s decree, A tale of stars, of shadows, and eternity.

Transmigrating into a future Federation society, Song Shi initially thought she could live a peaceful life. However, she unexpectedly awakened a "healing-type ability." The "Human Divergence Guide" told her that healers are weak and need protection. However, she discovered that her genes were special—she not only had a rebellious nature but also inherited her father's violent genes. From then on, this "unconventional" healer began her own legend. A healer who can't fight isn't a good healer, and Song Shi used her fists to tell the world: healing and fighting can coexist, and her existence would overturn the Federation's entire definition of "healers."

Lumian Light had always been a boy marked by sorrow. At the age of 12, his world crumbled. His mother was taken from him, and his father abandoned him, leaving behind only the shards of trauma. **December 24, 2222** Lumian found himself growing up in the care of the government federation, a nameless face among countless others. Betrayal came early in life—his only girlfriend played with his heart, discarding him like a passing joke. **December 20, 2227** Life only grew more miserable. On the night of his school’s farewell ceremony, Lumian became the laughingstock of his peers—a disgrace in the eyes of everyone he knew. **January 4, 2228** Broken and hopeless, Lumian had given up on everything. Yet, in the darkness of his despair, a faint memory of his mother’s voice echoed in his mind. Before parting, she had whispered a cryptic last wish: *"Go to the caves of Mt. Atlantas. You will find a wooden house. Save the hanging woman."* It had been six years since that day. The date she had given him—**January 17, 2228**—was now here. Could this journey change his life? Could he rise above his pain and find strength? Was there still a chance to reunite his shattered family? Only time—and courage—would reveal the answers.

If you enjoy this story, please add it to your favorites. I will continue to update it regularly. You are also welcome to share your thoughts in the comments section so that we can work together to create a better story. Your support through favorites and comments will greatly motivate me. When Ellara was five years old, her mother died in childbirth. Her unfaithful father not only seized her mother’s inheritance but abandoned Ellara, leaving her to fend for herself in exile. On a stormy night, she stood in the pouring rain, accepting the blade handed to her by the man across from her. That moment marked her entry into MOON—a powerful yet enigmatic organization. The man claimed to be a friend of her mother, but Ellara didn’t care. The only thing that mattered to her was whether, one day, she could wield the blade of revenge against her father. Seraphina, too, once had a happy and loving family. But a devastating fire consumed everything she held dear. She knew that behind the flames lay a tangled web of power and conspiracy. From that day, she swore to uncover the truth. Ellara and Seraphina crossed paths on their journeys of vengeance, forging a deep bond as they supported each other. Together, they shattered layer upon layer of deceit, only to unveil an even greater conspiracy lurking in the shadows. One day, an official of the International Federation was assassinated, throwing the organization into chaos. Days later, the headquarters of a notorious arms dealer exploded, and its leader was found dead. The Federation was in an uproar again. Amid the growing turmoil, Ellara leaned against the wall, twirling a knife lazily between her fingers. “Can’t they give me something more interesting next time?” Without missing a beat, Seraphina tossed a file at her. “Sure. Here’s a task for you—babysit.” Ellara glanced skeptically at the subject of this so-called task: a high school girl standing smugly atop a pile of defeated thugs, her foot pressing down on someone’s head with unapologetic arrogance. “You sure this one needs me to babysit?” Ellara asked dryly. Seraphina smirked. “Have fun.”

*The Fraudulent Heart * (Jeremiah 17:9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked. Who can understand it?) Mariana Rodriguez, a woman of strength and independence, found herself entangled in a war of syndicates. Taken hostage, she fell into the hands of a man she believed to be a ruthless criminal, only to discover he was her savior. Calum Bryant, a man shrouded in mystery and captivating charm, carried the weight of a tragic past, a burden that transformed his present. He would irrevocably change her world, and in time, she would find herself inexplicably drawn to him, falling in love with the very man who she believed can't love her back. This was a strange turn of events for Mariana, who had never known love before. Calum stirred within her a tempest of emotions: pain, turmoil, sorrow, joy, and ultimately, love. But fate had a cruel twist in store. He would love her, while she, bound by a heart that couldn't reciprocate, would be left to grapple with the consequences. Could they survive a war where bullets flew like rain, unscathed? Or would their connection fade, leaving them forever shattered? -Marysheilah

You are going to be reincarnated in the oldest story to save the lives of the Knights from their death. You have to skip their lives from dying whether it takes them to leave from Human-Demon and Vampire Domination Race and live peacefully. Make sure to complete your task otherwise your World will collapse.

**WARNING: This story is just a fictional story Contains violent scenes and bloody scenes.** (The Case of the Eighth Floor) Federal Agent Leonid and the Coldest Man are forced to move into an apartment building that witnessed three serial murders to catch the killer. The cover-up by the Stars Company, which is responsible for the apartment building, as well as some prosecutors, causes the team to conduct the investigation in complete secrecy, to catch the suspect as quickly as possible and without anyone's interference. Charlotte Smith, the introverted woman who lives next door to Leonid, helps him take care of his puppy as requested. A month passes in the blink of an eye and the feelings between the two become mixed. Will there be room for love in the life of the federal agent, or will Charlotte become a puppet in the serial killer's theater?

When a space mission turns into a catastrophe, a commander from the Star Federation finds himself stranded on a mysterious alien planet. This planet, which he names Arcane, defies all his imagination—a world where magic replaces technology, fantastical creatures coexist with humans, and extraordinary energy flows through the land, air, and skies. With his spacecraft severely damaged and no way to return home, the commander must survive amidst a landscape teeming with strange flora and fauna, as well as unfamiliar cultures. Accompanied by D01, an AI assistant capable of transforming into vehicles and advanced combat weapons, he embarks on a quest to find materials to repair his ship while unraveling the secrets of this enigmatic world. However, Arcane holds more than just beauty and magical power. Its history is steeped in war, interspecies conflict, and ancient secrets that could alter the fate of the entire galaxy. As the commander realizes that his presence on this planet is no mere accident, he faces a difficult choice: return to his home or become involved in a conflict that could shape the future of this extraordinary world.

{Check out my new novel, I Won't Forgive You!} 'Born In Ruins' was a forgettable read. That was the only way Emir could describe the pages of the novel he had found himself reincarnated into. The young man barely knew anything, but the snippets he had recalled only caused him unending sorrow... As what awaited him was only tragedy and an early death. It was a depressing story, one that he had planned to flip on its head—all for his salvation. — In this post-apocalyptic world, monsters fought humans and cyborgs in a battle for survival on a scale greater than ever before. A world where innocence and death were a luxury, where the line between heroes and villains was razor-thin. Within its expanse, 'Ancient Clans,' 'Galactic Federations,' 'Factions', and 'Corporations' presided over colossal 'Ruins' that dwarfed the concept of life itself. Survivors of the 'Third World War' continuously dove into the 'Old World,' 'Hunting' for 'Relics' in any ruin that they could find on Earth, desperate to reclaim 'Lost' technology, to stand a fighting chance against the inevitable. But it appeared that 'Earthkind' had met their match. …However, Emir would never allow that fate to take its course. — Emir unraveled layers of the tale and realized the truth of the world. He acquainted himself with the rules of this game before it fully consumed him. And now... no longer content with mere survival, he sought to dominate over the very fabric of this unforgiving universe. Emir shall rise from the pawn he once was, seeking to unravel the mysteries that hounded him. The boundaries of 'Aether,' his father’s disappearance, the noose hanging above his family’s head, and of course… his starless destiny, a fate he longed to control. This pursuit would earn him the epithet: "Prince Of The Fallen." ---------------------------------------------- *Tags: Reincarnation ;), Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Magical Realism, Academy (Volume 3), Romance, Apocalypse, {Anti-Hero. Villain.} *Expect this novel to start slowly; it begins ramping up at the halfway point of volume 1. *The Magic System is introduced at the end of volume 1, read my review and Auxiliary chapter for more on that. *Warning: The main characters have emotions like proper humans. So don't expect your usual emo kid as the MC and come complaining later.

When the gods left the earth, they ascended to heaven. However, there were those who stayed behind, and they came to be called dragons. In time, the souls of the humans began to desire the unlimited power that would have kept them at the top of the tower of power. So the dragons disappeared from the earth's vastness. The humans' short leash on each other destroyed the era of harmony and began a period of wars and losses. The years would pass, and it would all come to nothing. But the wave which rose in the past will some day reach the coast with the tempest. One day, while collecting herbs, the adepts found a block of ice in a cave with an unknown man chained to it. When he came to, he realised that it had been more than a year since the last time he had remembered anything. Long forgotten by everyone, he begins to search for the memories lost to time. Little by little, he became the man of whom the prophets spoke — the man who would lower the rope of the guillotine over the heads of the sinners who thought they were Gods.

Pioneers aimed to be the best and first on everything. Whether its technology, martial prowess and most abundantly in exploration. They are the peak of humanity sporting the best genetic modifications. Sy graduated with average grades in the Pioneer Academy of the Federation. With his mediocre skills, he couldn't afford to get a decent employment to pay for his expenses during his time in the academy. Thrusted into a backwater planet, thinking how to survive, he acquired a system that will help him usher a new era; The Age of Mechs.

Kael stood with his hands jammed in his pockets, glaring up at the towering, radiant figure of cosmic power before him. The godlike being’s voice boomed, reverberating through the void. "Mortal, do you feel no fear? You tamper with forces that could unmake existence itself!" Kael snorted, shaking his head. "Oh, I feel it. You’re big, loud, and shiny—pretty intimidating stuff." He paused, scratching his chin as if considering. "But honestly? I’ve been betrayed, shot in the back, dragged to Hell, and chewed on by something with more teeth than brains. Compared to all that, you’re just…meh." The being’s radiant glow dimmed slightly, as though taken aback. "You truly do not understand the gravity of your actions. You would defy even me?" Kael rolled his eyes. "Defy you? Buddy, I don’t even know your name. You’re what, Cosmic Glitter Beard? Look, if you’re here to smite me or whatever, just get it over with. Otherwise, I’ve got a heist to plan, and you’re killing my vibe." The being’s form seemed to shimmer with frustration, its divine presence wavering. Kael never asked for this. He was just a space thief pulling jobs to get by, maybe earn a little notoriety. But one botched heist later, he’s betrayed, shot in the back, and wakes up not dead—but in Hell itself. Surrounded by monsters, he fought, bled, and clawed his way out. Then rinse and repeat. Now back among the stars, Kael realizes he’s not the same. The Nether Crystal he stole didn’t just drag him to Hell—it changed him, marking him with strange powers and an even stranger destiny. But Kael’s not interested in destiny. He’s interested in getting paid, getting revenge, and staying alive long enough to figure out why every major power in the galaxy suddenly seems terrified of him. With the Federation cracking down on mutants and Nether Crystal smugglers, cultists stealing humanity's secrets, and interstellar war looming, Kael’s got no time for gods, fate, or anything else that gets in his way. He’s got a new path of power to climb, and if the galaxy burns along the way? Well, that’s not really his problem.

Regis Polaris, the rogue noble boy who had stood up to noble children, alienating the entire nobility, began to build an immense power. In a world where the Gorgon Empire was closely linked with the federation, enemies against the alliance of kingdoms. Monsters proliferating like cockroaches, enemies lurking on every street corner. Plots aiming to eliminate those who harm their interests. Abandoning the position of heir to Polaris, Regis now has to build a force to protect himself. This idea will take shape under an organization named "Foundation." Regis now held the map of the world in the palm of his hand. "The Foundation will now come into being."

"This is a story of about an entire race how they grew to be so powerful and what they did with that power to earn themselves different nicknames showcasing both their kind but also powerful strength that was before a single member folly lead to the once peaceful race going on a quest for conquest around several galaxies from hundreds of millennials. The hate, curses and prayer for their destruction which they accumulated from the denizen of thousands of different worlds they have invaded harassed an oppress was finally heard and answered The prayers awoke a nightmare, a terrible concept, an illusion, an impossibility to rain down wrath upon them which spread to their younger generation has they must fulfil a certain goal to finally free themselves and the next generations from this being's wrath. This is my first book ever, so I would like to hear your opinions and thoughts on the novel."

Elle Rick thought she knew the rules of survival in Nicholas Greg’s world: stay composed, keep her secrets hidden, and never get too close. But one reckless night with the ruthless billionaire shatters the boundaries she’s carefully built. A scandal at a glittering gala forces Nicholas to claim her as his fiancée, plunging Elle into a dangerous game of deception. What begins as a charade spirals into chaos as love, betrayal, and revenge collide. Nicholas, a man hardened by power, and Elle, a woman haunted by her past, are drawn to each other in a tempest of desire and distrust. But their fragile connection fractures when devastating truths surface—hidden lovers, stolen children, and shocking betrayals that leave both their lives in ruins. As vengeance becomes their weapon of choice, they spiral toward destruction, only to discover that some bonds refuse to break, no matter how much pain they inflict.

Five centuries into the future, humanity’s mastery of space-folding technology has spread civilization across the Milky Way. But the galaxy’s unity crumbled during the Great Shattering, as corporate greed and rebellion fractured the once-mighty Union of Federated Systems into chaos. Now, countless factions—corporations, warlords, and desperate colonies—battle for survival and dominance. On the fringes of known space, the forgotten colonies begin to rise from obscurity and poverty. Facing powerful corporations and rival states, leaders of various planets aim to reunite the galaxy under a single banner. But in a universe ruled by ambition and betrayal, the cost of unity may be more than anyone is willing to pay. Can one world, one leader, bring order to a divided galaxy, or will it be consumed by the forces tearing it apart?

Join the group of incompetent idiots that go by the names of Roufail, Tempest and Leo on their slice of life story. Their friend group? Too big. Their combined IQ? Room temperature. Their experiences? Based on real events. -------------------------------------- Author: Roufail Editors: Leo & Tempert Oliver: Oliver

Rosie Blackwood gave up everything to honor a promise: she left behind her name, her life, and her freedom to live as Jiang Meilin, the best friend who died to save her, Rosie has spent years navigating a dangerous world of power and shadows as a mafia heiress. Her goal was simple: to fulfill Jiang Meilin’s dreams as a final act of loyalty and gratitude. But everything changes when she crosses paths with Zhao Jingshen, a cold and ruthless enigmatic CEO with the power to unravel her resolve. Drawn into his world, Rosie finds herself fighting emotions she never thought she was capable of having. Zhao Jingshen makes her heart race in ways she never expected, threatening to expose the vulnerabilities she’s hidden beneath her icy exterior. Just when she began to believe in the happiness she thought she’d never have... Her world shatters again when she discovers the truth... Jiang Meilin was alive, and the threats endangering her family were related to her. Betrayed by the past and caught in a web of danger, Rosie must reconcile her love for Jaesun with the lies that brought them together. As love and danger collide, Rosie’s carefully constructed plans begin to crumble. Will she risk everything to follow her heart, or will her responsibility as the Blackwood heiress destroy the fragile bond she’s built with the one man who sees through her mask? A thrilling tale of love, loyalty, and sacrifice where passion burns brightest in the shadows. Excerpts from the story: "You know," he said after a while, "when you said you were going out to commit a crime, I half expected you to be robbing a bank or something." Meilin snorted. "Please. I have more finesse than that. Besides, why steal money when you can steal someone's peace of mind?" A chuckle escaped Meilin's lips despite herself. "You're waltzing into a hurricane, Zhao Jingshen." She was talking about being in a relationship with her. "Then be my eye of the storm," he challenged, swinging open his car door with theatrical flair. "Shall we embrace the tempest?" Meilin arched an eyebrow. "Who would believe the ice-cold CEO of Zhao Corporation could melt so thoroughly?" "Well!" Laughter danced in his voice. "What's a man to do when his wife decides to play runaway bride? I'd turn myself inside out if it meant keeping you in my orbit."