Scarecrow Court

*NonRape-General langauge* Liora’s life takes an unexpected and cruel turn when she’s sent to the royal court as a concubine for the disgraced Prince Lucien, a man whose past is shadowed by betrayal and loss. Stripped of his royal title, Lucien has long distanced himself from love and loyalty, existing in a cold, indifferent world. Thrown into this world of palace internal battles, power struggles, and betrayal, Liora must face not only Lucien’s frosty demeanor but also the dangerous secrets that lurk within the court. Every move she makes is watched, every word is questioned. Yet, despite his distant nature, she can’t shake the feeling that beneath the hardened prince lies a man struggling with the ghosts of his past. As Liora tries to find her place in this hostile environment, she faces a constant dilemma: Can she warm the prince’s cold heart and heal his wounds, or will she fall victim to the very same forces that tore him apart? 'Can she thaw lucien’s frozen heart, or will his haunted past consume them both?' Arranged marriage,Disgraced prince,Court intrigue,Royal concubine,Forbidden love, Political drama, Palace secrets, Unwanted bride, Betrayal. Haunted memories, redemption,Royal court drama, second chances

At the age of 16, the system unlocks and gives way to a new batch of dreamers. Kids who dream of knowledge, of honor, or the great unknown to adventure. Silvester Rose, son to the Court Mage and Lord Commander, believes his life is meant outside the capital walls. Increasing his abilities, defeating monsters, Silvester will work hard to go up the tiers of ascension while hopefully staying alive at the same time. ***************************** Author's note: Whenever I read novels like Beneath the Dragoneye Moons, Azarinth Healer or The Primal Hunter, I always think "What would I do?" or "I bet this combination would work well". Of course with that being said, this book is something I am doing in my free time and is inspired from those three books. If I mess up my writing somewhere, then I am always up for criticism.

She was never meant to be his—let alone his tenth wife. Evelyn was nothing more than a servant, a ghost in the grand halls of the Demon Lord’s palace. She scrubbed floors, carried trays, and kept her head down—until the night a cruel twist of fate bound her to Damon Valtier. The Demon Lord. The monster feared across realms. The man with nine wives before her—each powerful, each chosen. She was neither. She was a mistake. A pawn in a ritual gone wrong. To the demon court, she is worthless. To his wives, she is a threat. And to Damon—the ruthless warlord who doesn’t believe in love—she is nothing. Yet, he does not cast her aside. He watches her. Tests her. Keeps her too close, as if waiting for something. But the Demon Lord does not take wives for love. And in a court where betrayal is currency, Evelyn must learn one truth quickly: Survival isn’t about being strong—it’s about being untouchable. And if she isn’t careful, she won’t just be Damon Valtier’s mistake. She’ll be his next dead wife.

Pablo Castillo was the worst, the evilest, the biggest criminal in the whole world. He was the ominous figure known as Criminal X. It’s a name that sends shivers down the spines of those who utter it. His past, a mysterious enigma, shrouded in darkness, only adds to the legend of the world’s most notorious criminal. However, Pablo’s reign of heinous crimes comes to an abrupt end when a specially trained military force, an elite group made especially to capture Pablo, finally apprehended him. The capture of Criminal X sent shockwaves around nations, for this man had defied all laws and moral boundaries. The world watched as he was brought to the highest court to face the consequences of a lifetime of malevolence. The International Court of Justice, in a bid to administer justice that matches the magnitude of his crimes, bestowed upon him the most excruciating execution ever conceived. The world erupted in celebration as news of his demise spread like wildfire. An international holiday was declared, a day of liberation from the tyranny of Pablo Castillo. The day was named with triumphant fervor. They all called it—World Independence Day. Pablo Castillo was a man so evil that even the kindest of Gods couldn’t find pity for him. But… Some Gods needed that man. That too, Desperately. ——— ——— ——— Gib Money - ko-fi.com/khyaal Join My Discord For Reference Arts and much more - https://discord.gg/zmUcswM2N5

In the unforgiving streets of Chicago, basketball was everything to Lucas Turner—his escape, his purpose, his future. Once a rising star destined for the NBA, Lucas’s dreams shattered with the tear of an ACL during a championship game. Left to drift through life, haunted by what could have been, Lucas's spark for the game—and for life itself—slowly faded. Years later, a selfless act to save a child’s life leads Lucas to the brink of death, where he is offered an extraordinary opportunity: a second chance to rewrite his story. Waking up as his 12-year-old self, Lucas finds himself back in his childhood bedroom, armed with the memories, wisdom, and pain of his past life. With his talent and passion reignited, he vows to do things differently this time—on and off the court.

The Land of Promise enjoyed seasons change summer, autumn, winter and spring. However, an enchantress hurt and betrayed by a powerful king cursed the land therefore dividing it into four regions where each season was contained. The people and their livestock suffered in each region known as the Summerlands, Autumnlands, Winterlands and Springlands and four rulers were chosen to bear their burdens, each ruling a court of their own. A prophecy by a seer foretells a union of a king and a queen who will lift the curse and restore the land to its natural state. Princess Caroline daughter of the Winter Court is arranged to be married to the King of Summer at the price of maintaining peace between the warring lands. Torn between duty and desire, will the fiery nature of the Summer King strengthen her icy resolve or will she melt in a love that consumes her and succeed at lifting the curse over the land?

Almost five thousand years ago, Selene was the strongest kingdom in the universe, ruled by Cyrus Sol Selene. Rumours had it that he killed his father to take over the throne. Everybody bowed down at his shadow's mere presence. Everyone except her. Nila, the overlooked daughter of King Veer, was nothing more than a pawn in her father’s desperate gamble to save his crumbling kingdom. Offered as a sacrifice to the notorious king, she was thrust into a marriage forged by fear and power. Bound to a man as dangerous as he is captivating, Nila must navigate a court of shadows, secrets, and blood. Will she find a way to escape the grasp of the werewolf king, or will she fall into his arms? As they navigate through life, Cyrus and Nila are pulled together and apart by fate. What will they choose? Duty or Love? Filled with action, heartache, and quiet moments of connection, this story is about love, loss, and the courage to embrace the unknown.

Gabriel, a dominant omega, is caught up in a complex web of intrigue and danger at the royal court. After uncovering the truth about Olivier, a member of the royal family, and inciting a rebellion, he is marked by an unknown alpha. As the rebellion overthrows the old order, a new empire emerges, driven by a ruthless ruler whose rise Gabriel inadvertently enabled.Haunted by the weight of his actions, he flees from his family, his past, and the dangerous ties of the court. On the run, Gabriel must deal with shifting alliances, hidden enemies, and the growing power of the mysterious alpha whose mark he carries. As the empire's grip tightens and ghosts from his past resurface, he must decide whether to confront the forces threatening to engulf him—or risk losing himself completely in a world that regards him as either a pawn or a weapon.

Devine, a ruthless mafia boss and former serial killer, is driven by an insatiable taste for revenge. His Mother's brutal Muder at the hands of a notorious serial Court group ignited a burning desire for Vengeance that cannot be quenched. As Devin navigates the dark Underworld, his loyal brother Jonal stands by his side, supporting his quest for justice. But when Love unexpectedly enters the picture, Devin's hardened heart is put to the test. Will Devin, a man consumed by his Quest for revenge, finally succumb to The Power of Love? Or will his unyielding resolve for vengeance forever define him? "Love Amidst Vengeance" is a gripping tale of revenge, loyalty and the complexity of the human heart.

Kenji had become the Emperor’s right hand man which he always wanted to be. He thought that this position would help him to become one of the most popular and powerful figure in history, He did not know that the newly crowned Emperor considered him as a threat. Secrets were being prepared to deal with this ‘dangerous subject’ who had become too influential to be ignored. “Oh, Dearest brother, I have to congratulate you on your well-deserved hire! How great must it feel to receive a court audience and the special joy of having a sword under your head before the imperial family!" The emperor said warmly. 'Oh dearest sister... Your congrats are out of place... you just made the situation worse...'

In a world of ancient magic, forgotten lore, and werewolf royalty, Lady Genevieve Montclair must navigate the treacherous landscape of the Lycan High Court. After being cast aside by her former lover, Sir Alaric Valcourt, Genevieve finds herself bound to the ruthless Lycan King, Edric Ravenshire, by a bond she cannot deny. As war looms, ancient secrets unfold, and the very fabric of their world is threatened, Genevieve must confront the darkness within herself and make impossible choices to protect the man she loves and the kingdom she now calls home. Will she find a way to forge her own destiny, or will the fate that binds her to Edric Ravenshire prove inescapable? Dive into a world of epic romance, heart-stopping action, and ancient magic, where the line between love and loyalty is blurred, and the true meaning of destiny is tested.

In the glittering, snake-infested court of Ignis, where power was a double-edged sword and loyalty a rare gem, Selanthia Amaris Nyxveil stood as a legend cloaked in infamy. Known by many names—*The Hound of the Emperor*, **The Cursed Sword*, **The Witch of Nyxveil*, and *The Abandoned One*—she was a weapon forged by duty and sharpened by betrayal. For forty long years, she served as the Emperor’s blade, cutting down threats to the throne with ruthless precision. Yet, behind the cold steel and the icy gaze, Selanthia harbored no love for the crown or the vipers who surrounded it. She was a woman bound by fate, not choice. At 45, weary of the endless machinations of the court, Selanthia chose to retire. With no family to call her own, she left behind the gilded cage of Ignis for the simplicity of the countryside. Her dreams were modest: to bake sweet treats, tend to chickens, lose herself in books she’d never had time to read, and find solace in the quiet rhythm of church prayers. A peaceful, ordinary life—a stark contrast to the blood-stained path she had walked for decades. But fate, it seemed, had other plans. Just 28 hours into her newfound tranquility, Selanthia’s life was brutally cut short. Poisoned and attacked in the dead of night, she breathed her last beneath a cold, uncaring sky. Her final thoughts were not of vengeance or regret for the life she had led, but of the life she had never known. She wished for love, for a kind and handsome partner, for children whose laughter might have filled the void in her heart. She wished she had never taken up the sword, that she might have written a different ending to her tale. Yet, death was not the end. Selanthia awoke not in the afterlife but in a world both familiar and strange. Perched high in a cherry blossom tree, she was greeted by the voice of Rina, her long-dead confidante, and the shocking news of an impending fiancé. The man who approached her, raven-haired and smiling with an unsettling charm, was none other than her once-rival from the court. A man she had both loved and loathed in equal measure. Now, thrust into a bewildering new reality, Selanthia must unravel the threads of this strange second chance. Is this a cruel jest of the gods, a dream spun from her dying regrets, or something far more sinister? And why, of all people, THAT MAN—her eternal adversary—now her betrothed? As the petals of the cherry blossoms fall around her, Selanthia finds herself caught in a web of mystery, romance, and perhaps, redemption. But in this enchanted new life, where nothing is as it seems, can she trust the man who once stood as her greatest enemy? Or will the shadows of her past rise to claim her once more?

Lizz was obsessed with the romance novel Crimson Empire, particularly its brooding villain, Demon Lord Valerian. Then, a rooftop accident changes everything. She finds herself reborn as Elara, the novel's doomed second lead, whose sole purpose is to die tragically and fuel the hero's revenge. Armed with her knowledge of the story, Lizz is determined to survive. But her plans take an unexpected turn when she finds herself drawn to Valerian, the very man who's supposed to kill her. As Lizz navigates the treacherous court politics and unravels the secrets of Crimson Empire, she discovers that love can bloom in the darkest of places, even if it means rewriting the ending entirely.

【The main text is complete; side stories are in progress】 "I want a divorce!" Everyone knew that the backyard of the Empire's Richest Man, a man of overwhelming power, was on fire. His spoiled little wife would cry, make a scene, and even threaten to hang herself all day long, constantly clamoring for a divorce. She even went so far as to drag him to court three times to achieve her goal, leaving him disgraced. What was worse, their son was eyeing his spoiled wife hungrily, "Dad, after you divorce Ou Xiaolan, I'll marry her." With a wife this manipulative and a son this unbearable, what could he do? Spoil them, spoil them to the heavens! 【Pure love between main couple, includes adorable child】

In the 21st century, a young judge time-travels to another world. Here, martial arts are evergreen, and myriad schools compete for dominance. Confucianism: Immense righteousness, impervious to all laws. Legalism: The power of rules, the law follows the word. Military strategists: The power of conquest, invincible in battle. Mohism: Ingenious mechanics, ordinary humans rivaling gods. Yin-Yang school: Numerology and the five elements, seeking divination, pursuing good fortune, and avoiding disaster. ... What's this? The Legalists grow stronger by adjudicating cases? Li Nuo, who has just vowed to advocate for the people and eliminate the corrupt, discovers that his father is the greatest villain in the court. Faced with countless enemies seeking revenge against his father, Li Nuo says he only needs one sentence. 'My lady, guard me!'

Chu Xisheng transmigrated to Daning and resurrected within the Dominating Martial King's Tomb. After escaping the grave, he not only had to face the pursuit of the court and various forces but also had to help his wife, the King of Dominance, Qin Muge, regain everything step by step. Fortunately, he awakened a System where the more famous he became, the more invincible he was, and the more he become the scapegoat, the stronger he grew.

This book, alternatively titled "The Heavenly Court of Great Qin," unfolds the tale of Qin Jun, who finds himself transported to a realm where he assumes the role of a demoted prince. Despite the challenging circumstances, destiny has more in store for Qin Jun than despair—enter the Mythology System! Under this system's influence, any character from mythology can be summoned into existence - The awe-inspiring might of the Supreme Heaven Great Sage, Sun Wukong, capable of shaking mountains and rivers with a single strike of his staff; The Thousand-Mile Eye and Favorable Wind Ears, acquiring profound perception of everything in the world. The Tathāgata Buddha, holding the Buddha Land within the palm of his hand, becomes an indomitable force from which no one can escape. Amidst this divine realm of Gods and Demons, Qin Jun solemnly pledges to rise as the preeminent Divine Emperor, determined to carve his path to unparalleled strength.

Crown Prince Yun Chi chose as his consort the youngest daughter of the Hua Family, Hua Yan, and the news shattered the hearts of countless ladies in the Capital City. It was said: the Crown Prince could write poetry at three, compose essays at seven, debate with the greatest scholars at ten, shoot arrows with precision at twelve, oversee the examinations of all scholars at fifteen, and was regent by the time he was sixteen. He reached the pinnacle in letters, the extreme in martial arts, his looks were world-shaking, and his presence unrivaled. Hua Yan felt as though a gigantic pie had fallen from the sky, landing squarely on her head. From then on, was she to compete with the entire world for this man? -------------------- Yun Chi: Standing at the pinnacle of the Azure Clouds, he learned the art of balance, practiced the strategies of an emperor, envisioned the land and skies in his heart. Within the nine-layered royal palace, he could turn his hands to clouds and his palms to rain, holding sway over the court and the nation, trimming himself into a figure free from desire and henceforth unyielding. Hua Yan: She viewed herself as beneath the dust, with all her emotions and desires, disliking the Son of Heaven's court, preferring the ordinary alleys, treading on ten feet of soft red and experiencing all facets of life. She believed that nothing was better than green mountains and clear waters. "If you promise me a lifetime, I will accompany you for an eternity."

She inadvertently became the focus of a high-powered magnate from the Gu Corporation, earning the title of his exclusive darling. When word reached him that someone had invited his beloved to watch a movie, his immediate command was to purchase every cinema in the city and close them for "urgent maintenance"—effectively ensuring no one else could court his lady in such a manner. Upon hearing that a love letter had been sent to his young mistress, he demanded, "Bring it to me at once!" Struggling with the idea of writing a love letter himself, he was eager to find inspiration, ready to emulate any expression that captured the essence of his feelings. Her tranquil life was abruptly disrupted by his domineering ways, stirring up waves of drama. In his eyes, which regarded everything else as insignificant, only she had a place. He was resolved to devote himself to her completely. When a stubborn young lady meets a persistent big-shot determined to repay a perceived debt of gratitude, where will her heart ultimately lead her?

Lady Seraphina Everhart never imagined her wedding day would feel like a death sentence. Forced to marry the ruthless Duke Adrian Valemont, the very man suspected of destroying her family, she vows to uncover the truth and make him pay. But the deeper she digs into Adrian’s past, the more she realizes that her father’s downfall was no simple betrayal—secrets buried in blood and deceit may shatter everything she thought she knew. Yet Adrian is not the monster she expected. Behind his cold eyes lies a man battling demons of his own, and the more she seeks revenge, the more she finds herself tangled in a web of court intrigue, deadly whispers, and a desire she never anticipated. In a marriage built on vengeance, can love ever take root? Or will their vows be written in thorns and ruin?

Alfred, a history teacher on Earth is suddenly thrown into the body of Prince Alfred Lindonfall, the twelve-year-old prince and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Ammar. With the abrupt death of his father, the responsibility to rule a Kingdom falls on his shoulders. Having to navigate a medieval court and world, his journey to creating an empire and putting his knowledge into practice sees him become a man he never knew he could be, being shaped by the new world and unique circumstances he faces. There are many characters who get a lot of focus and can be called a lead in their own right, but I won't put their character descriptions in as it would be too much of a spoiler for chapters in future. Cover Art: not mine so here is the credit. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/351912463658203/

Eleanor Caldwell is a daring archaeologist who uncovers a watch-like device buried deep within an excavation site. Shockingly, analysis reveals it to be from the year 2075. Before she can fully comprehend its significance, a sudden surge of energy transports her back through time, leaving her boyfriend Samuel in a frantic race against time to save her. But this is no ordinary time-travel device. It allows its user to inhabit the body of any historical figure and experience their lives firsthand, potentially altering the course of history itself. Her boyfriend, Samuel Hartman, a brilliant astrophysicist, must find her and bring her back, before it is too late. As Samuel races against the ticking clock, they embark on a thrilling and perilous adventure through time, and through the lives of some of the most remarkable and influential people in history. From the court of Henry VIII to the battlefields of ancient Rome, will Eleanor and Samuel rewrite history, or are some destinies too powerful to change?

The Empress Dowager is Happy tells the story of a tumultuous period in the court of the Qin Dynasty. Nancy Xixi crosses over to Mi Bazi and gets involved in a power struggle between the Empress Dowager and the concubine wife. She becomes emotionally entangled with the Rong King of Yiqiu in order to help her son, Ying Ji, ascend to the throne. The Rong King is attracted to her, and the two have both sweet times and intense conflicts. Meanwhile, Xi Qi is deeply in love with Nan Xi Xi, and Nan Xi Xi is torn in her heart. Crisis abounds in the palace, such as the attack of assassins and the outbreak of plague. Nanxi struggles with her power and emotions, and eventually succeeds in getting Ying Ji to take the throne, but at a great cost. After discovering many secrets, she chooses to escape from Qin with the King of Rong. Showing the complexity of human nature and the vagaries of fate, the novel is an ancient romance full of passion and intrigue.

Most would expect the daughter of the king of one of the four strongest nations in the Realm of the Angels to enjoy great luxury and power. While her Father may enjoy those things, that isn't the case for Rosemary. The hated daughter only manages to attract disdain from others in the royal court despite her gentle and kind nature. Rosemary was born with a weak body, preventing her from living up to the ideals of her father and his court. Such environment pushes Rose to attempting to end it all. But she is unable to do so as she recalls her older brother's love for her. As she drowns, she cries out for help. But no one is around. No one but a certain handsome man with eyes as cold as her father's.

In a world of warring empires and fragile alliances, *Valentine*, a spirited fifteen-year-old princess, lives a life of peace and privilege in the opulent court of Varelia. Raised by Emperor Aldric and Empress Serene, she believes herself to be their beloved daughter, adored by her older brother Marcus and looked up to by her mischievous younger brother Elias. But Valentine’s idyllic life is built on a secret—one that threatens to unravel when her true family arrives at the palace.

Teenage earth dweller Lu Qingfeng died in a car accident and traversed to a world of cultivation. He acquired the Login Ring of "Primitive", a massive immersive online game developed by the Earth Federation two thousand years later, and travelled across primordial worlds.

In an era where kingdoms rise and fall by the sword and the power of cultivation, King Li Yuan—feared as the “Crimson Dragon”—invades the Kingdom of Yue, determined to claim both land and power. But amidst the spoils of war, he finds something unexpected: Prince Rui, the last bloodline of Yue, rumored to possess a divine spiritual root that could make him the most powerful cultivator of his generation. Rather than executing Rui, Li Yuan makes a bold declaration: the prince will become his consort. Not just for love, but to bind Rui’s unparalleled cultivation potential to his own dynasty. Yet, Rui refuses to surrender—neither his heart nor his power. As he resists Li Yuan at every turn, their fates become entwined by an ancient prophecy, court conspiracies, and the dangerous path of dual cultivation. Enemies by birth, bound by destiny—will love bloom in the shadows of war and magic? Or will their ambitions and pride destroy them both?

Book 2 of The Nochten trilogy. Five years have passed since the dreaded letter and Ana is now 12 years old. She continues to face the challenges in court, meanwhile, more support grows in favor of her cousin Mykhol. But as foreign invaders, the Bulgeons, encroach on their colonies with more than pillaging in mind, Ana must turn for aid in one of the last remnants of her mother's court, Admiral Nugen. The only human at court who may have more than a sense of duty to stay by Ana's side. Meanwhile, back in Dawny, Prince Nicoli struggles to find a way back into Ana's life after five years of silence on her end. Ever determined to reunite with his half-sister, he comes up with an ingenious plan that just has to work, despite Mykhol's and Queen Belinda's best wishes. But Queen Belinda has her own tricks up her sleeve and a resentment that only grows not against Ana but King Alexander, himself, who must choose between his children. Will Ana be able to manage these new challenges? And what about the strange rumors running around about Mykhol and her? Why is there talk of marriage? Secret engagements, a hidden love child, and a broken trust still loom over, doesn't Ana have enough to deal with?

Jareth wakes up in an unfamiliar world, only to realize he's no longer in his own body. To make matters worse, he's trapped in the form of a king - in a realm of magic. Struggling to come to terms with his new identity, Jareth must conceal the truth from the king's loyal subordinates, all while navigating the deadly court politics. With the throne now, his responsibility, Jareth must juggle the duties of a king, all while searching for a way to his own world. But the deeper he delves into the mysteries of his new identity, the more he uncovers a shocking truth.