The Cost Of Breaking Off The Marriage

I am the 36th Demon King, the weakest in my empire’s history, yet I wield the shadow powers of the first Demon King—the God Slayer. For two thousand years, our kind has waged war against humanity. But this time, I crossed their borders not as a conqueror, but as a wanderer drawn by whispers of a devastating pandemic—a plague that spares no race, ravaging humans, elves, and demi-humans alike. In the shadows of their suffering, I found myself doing the unthinkable: helping them. Saving lives. Easing their pain. And to my astonishment, they began to hail me as a hero. Yet a question looms over me: Should I continue this masquerade as their savior? Or should I remind them of the truth—the Demon King who stands at the edge of light and shadow, deciding their fate?

Quinn is a young woman with a heart full of dreams. She falls deeply in love with Leo right after catching a glimpse of him. However, the happiness of her newfound love soon turns bitter as Leo’s cold demeanor and harsh ways leave her love unreturned. Bound by marriage yet worlds apart, Quinn must navigate the pain of unrequited love, battling her emotions and the challenges of a strained relationship. "The Marriage of Two Strangers" is a heart-wrenching tale of survival, sacrifice, and longing for a connection that may never come.

Stuck in a seemingly endless cycle of rebirth Alex, a modern thief, tries to find his way out. Xianxian-ish style (more or less) cultivation novel. A birthday gift to my dear brother Tom.

In the world of winged creatures, those born wingless are doomed to become invisible and forgotten. Hawk, Raven, Eagle, Vulture—each spirit determines the fate of its bearer. The ruling winged beings soar high in the sky above mere mortals, their dominance unshakable. Among the supreme avian spirits, Mirabella Flamire, nicknamed “Little Egg” by her captain, was born as a humble sparrow. Aboard the Primrose, she ferried spices across the kingdoms, far from the talons of larger predators. However, her life took a fateful turn when her crew received orders to escort the Hawk King Eros La Velle back to his kingdom after attending the Everdale Crown Prince’s wedding. The shameless king claimed the little sparrow stole his virtue and was hell-bent on insisting they build a nest together. The sparrow, now labeled a promiscuous peacock by the folks: “-_-” Enter an epic tale of fire and flight, where the truth buried beneath the sand is revealed, testing love and loyalty beyond the skies.

Matthew Franklin wakes up in a new world as Park Jason Gabriel, the illegitimate son of a wealthy South Korean family. After his mother's death, he moves in with his paternal family, where he faces humiliation and the burden of his hidden status. At thirteen, he endures a difficult life until he leaves for the States, only to be forced back by his family. Now, he must take his older brother's place in an arranged marriage to Kim Seo-yeon, an heiress facing a crisis. Bound by tradition, the marriage is non-negotiable, requiring them to stay together for at least three years. Jason must navigate his new and unwanted life under these circumstances.

Mei Feng got involved in a one night stand with a business tycoon Jung Ling also the heir to Starlings Company. A one night stand that will eventually tell the faith of a woman with unrequited love for her husband, will she have a happy home or a broken home. "Mei let's divorce". Kang Hui said grabbing every one attention at a party hosted to celebrate our marriage.

Han Su-Yeong, une jeune femme très timide, va trouver un livre étrange et le ramener. Elle va alors entrer dans l'univers de ce livre et tenter de sauver Min-Seo, son personnage favoris, mais tout ne se passera pas comme prévu.

From the graves of an ancient civilization a mysterious figure emerged, and after a short bit of calibration, started heading in one direction going through everything in its way. This story focuses on collecting artifacts from a long lost civilization for a seemingly noble cause, the main characters: Luna and Zeck journey through a multitude of widely different and unique countries each with their own set of rules and enforcers of these rules. Set sail and explore the New World!

BOOK IS DROPPED [Tier 1 talent: Inverse Mana] [Effect 1: Instant mana regeneration (In inverse)] [Effect 2: Inversed mana pool (Can’t use regular mana for cultivation)] Noah’s life shattered the day he awakened his Tier 1 talent, which the Star Network rated as ‘Impossible.’ In a world where dungeon breaks were an everyday occurrence, his dreams of becoming a Rift Walker and his thirst for revenge against the monsters that destroyed his family were shattered before they even began. However, he wasn’t ready to accept defeat. Driven by intense rage and a thirst for vengeance, he started working at a weapon smithy near one of the weakest dungeons in the city, hoping to run a dungeon one day. One day, fate played a game with him as he stole a Broken skill shard during a fight. it contained something no one imagined, something which would make him a legendary dungeon runner. Join my discord server: https://discord.gg/aMjVQTcj

Xia Yu had one dream, to travel to the western lands and see what it has to offer. Miyojin had one wish, to live comfortably in the palace with the woman he loves. But one imperial edict ruined all of their plans. Now, they will be bound in marriage and live together in the imperial palace. But Xia Yu had a plan. They will play husband and wife for three years then they'll divorce. Miyojin thinks it is a good plan and very beneficial for both of them. But the more time they spend together, the more Miyojin realizes Xia Yu isn't someone he should let go. After all the trials, the joys, and the pains, will they be able to let go once it's time for them to part?

En un mundo destruido por la mano de los dioses, donde los humanos son meras piezas de ajedrez en un juego cósmico, Kael es un hombre que desafía su destino. Tras ser retornado al pasado, su memoria intacta de los horrores futuros, Kael descubre el "Sistema de la Rebelión", una fuerza que lo conecta con el poder de aquellos que se han rebelado contra los dioses. Con una marca ardiente en su muñeca y cicatrices de batallas perdidas, su lucha por la supervivencia lo llevará a enfrentarse a monstruos, aliados inesperados, y, finalmente, a los mismos dioses que han despojado a la humanidad de su libertad. ¿Podrá Kael cambiar el curso del futuro y romper las cadenas que atan a su mundo? La rebelión comienza, y el juego de los dioses está a punto de cambiar para siempre.

Awan yang menakutkan berarak melintasi langit di atas kota. Tiga tahun lalu, sebagai akibat dari kesalahan penilaian Panglima Tertinggi Jiang Ting selama operasi antinarkoba di Gongzhou, serangkaian ledakan terjadi di tempat kejadian dan menyebabkan Divisi Narkotika menderita banyak korban. Kini, tiga tahun kemudian, Jiang Ting, yang daging dan tulangnya seharusnya sudah musnah setelah meninggal saat bertugas, justru secara ajaib terbangun dari kondisi vegetatif. Jiwa kepahlawanannya tidak bisa tenang – ia harus kembali ke dunia fana dari kedalaman neraka dan mengerahkan segenap tenaganya untuk mengungkap kebenaran yang berdarah dan tak terbayangkan ini.

Kim Ara, a famous K-pop idol, falls into depression after the pressure of the public and the betrayal of her manager. While trying to get out of this two-year depression, a paparazzi named Ahn Joon has prejudices about her and thinks Ara is exaggerating her situation. As his first mission, he is sent to view Ara, who is coming out of depression. Ahn Joon bumps into Ara among the crowd of cameramen and notices that she is scared and nervous. This incident changes Ahn Joon's perspective towards Ara and marks the beginning of a bond between the two.

The former king of the once-powerful kingdom, Valtoria is betrayed by his closest advisors and assassinated in his own throne room. As his lifeless body slumps to the ground, he is suddenly reborn in the body of a commoner in a far-off village. His memories of his previous life are intact, and he is consumed with a burning desire for revenge.

In a quiet, private room of the restaurant, the sound of shattering glass pierced the air like a gunshot. There, standing in front of the broken shards, was Robert, his face frozen in shock. The word "divorce" hung in the air, a bitter pill that he couldn't swallow. "It's a joke, right?" Robert asked, his voice shaking with disbelief. "No, I'm not joking, I want a divorce" Emily replied her voice resolute. Her words hit him like a punch to the gut, as he struggled to comprehend what she was saying. ********* In a society where arranged marriages are the norm, two strangers are forced to marry each other. They have very different personalities and interests, and they struggle to find common ground. They are bound together by a marriage contract that is intended to ensure that they will work together for the benefit of both their families. Emily Kevan, a college student with big dreams find herself in a situation that seems to have no way out. It was a leap of faith that would forever change her life, for better or worse. She felt a sense of profound frustration, knowing that she was tied to someone she had never met and knowing that she was unable to pursue a relationship with the man she truly wanted to be with. She considered divorce as a means of freeing herself from the constraints of the contract, but the terms of the agreement was clear: five years of marriage and an heir were required before a divorce could be considered. On the other hand, after years of focusing solely on his studies, Robert Rawlings graduated from university and was eager to begin the next chapter of his life. However, his parent had other plans. They informed him of a contract marriage that would tie him to a woman he had never met, and they made it clear that there was no room for discussion. Robert resigned himself to his fate, knowing that he had no choice but to comply. The question now is, will Emily divorce Robert after five years of marriage with a son? Cover image is not mine, all credit goes to the owner.

It is the start of a worldwide bio-ethnical genocide, where the endangered species and the ethnicities is formed to preserve peace, please proceed reading with caution.

Di dunia tempat kemampuan magis menentukan takdir seseorang, Brenn Aelyz, seorang Penyihir Penyembuh berusia 18 tahun, mendapati dirinya terpinggirkan di akademi sihir yang berpusat pada kekuatan ksatria sihir berpedang. Bakatnya yang unik dalam penyembuhan, meski tak ternilai, dianggap oleh banyak orang sebagai sesuatu yang lemah atau tidak layak dalam masyarakat yang menghargai kecakapan tempur di atas segalanya. Meskipun menghadapi cemoohan, Brenn tetap teguh, didorong oleh keyakinan yang tak tergoyahkan akan pentingnya bakatnya dan keinginan untuk membuktikan nilainya. Hidupnya berubah drastis saat wabah misterius yang tampaknya tak dapat diobati menyerang wilayah itu, mengancam akan menghancurkan kerajaan. Saat wabah menyebar, kepanikan mencengkeram akademi dan wilayah sekitarnya. Para pendekar pedang magis, dengan kemampuan tempur mereka yang mengesankan, tidak berdaya melawan musuh yang tak terlihat ini. Brenn, yang dibayangi dan sering diabaikan, melangkah menjadi sorotan sebagai harapan terakhir kerajaan. Empati dan dedikasinya yang intrinsik untuk menguasai seni penyembuhan menjadi penting saat ia tanpa lelah merawat yang menderita. Namun, usahanya sendiri tidak cukup untuk membendung gelombang penyakit tersebut. Brenn menyadari bahwa untuk menyelamatkan kerajaan, ia harus mengungkap asal muasal kekuatannya yang mistis, sebuah tugas yang mengharuskannya menggali teks-teks kuno dan pengetahuan yang terlupakan.

Intrigued by the possibility of quick earnings, Jay Garrick, a 23-year-old graduate student, impulsively accepts a dubious job offer. However, this decision takes a harrowing turn when he is abducted and transported to an undisclosed facility. Unveiling the nature of the task, he realizes he's bound to infiltrate a stranger's consciousness and extract concealed information—an irreversible commitment. Within the enigmatic realm of another person's mind, Jay encounters a mysterious entity named X, the gatekeeper of sought-after knowledge. Despite repeated attempts to extract the information, he fails, plunging into a desperate quest for escape from this mental labyrinth. To break free, he's forced to engage in a series of challenges and games orchestrated by X, revealing a fantastical world teeming with dragons, magic, cities, and spaceships—transcending genres. As the stakes escalate, Jay grapples with unraveling the enigma that binds him to this alternate reality. Hidden within the recesses of his mind lies a profound mystery, intricately linked to his past and present. Determined to escape the clutches of his own psyche, Jay must decipher the underlying reasons for this surreal ordeal, ultimately striving to expose the truth that holds the key to his liberation. The question remains: Will he triumph in extracting the vital information and conquer the illusions within, or will he be ensnared forever in this kaleidoscopic maze of the mind?

A desperate young girl. A cold-hearted CEO. A contract that could change everything. Bella, a loyal girl, tries to get her brother out of jail after he is framed for a crime he did not commit. With time running out and her brother's health at risk, she reluctantly agrees to an unconventional proposal: a contract marriage to Samuel Asher, the cold heir to a multinational company. Samuel's grandfather dangles the keys to the company—but only if Samuel marries and produces an heir. Viewing Bella as nothing more than a means to an end, he proposes a loveless union with strict rules. No attachments. No intimacy. Just business. But as Bella and Samuel navigate their faux relationship, unexpected complications arise. Jonathan, Samuel's faithful PA and Bella's longtime friend, harbors secret feelings for her. And when Samuel breaks his own rules, leaving both Bella and his girlfriend Elaina pregnant, the stakes skyrocket. With a company empire, a brother's freedom, and the fate of two unborn children hanging in the balance, will cold ambition or unexpected love prevail?

Lila Parker, a rising tech entrepreneur, is betrayed by the man she loved and trusted—Max Dalton—when he leaves her for a more powerful woman. Heartbroken and vengeful, she enters into a contract marriage with Sebastian Knight, a ruthless billionaire whose own family was destroyed by the Daltons. As Lila becomes entangled in Sebastian’s quest for revenge, old wounds are reopened, and new betrayals threaten everything she holds dear. In a world where business, love, and power collide, Lila must decide if revenge is worth sacrificing her heart and her future. Will she destroy the Daltons with Sebastian, or will the fire between them burn them both?

Dear all, Thank you for the support you gave this book. But I'm REWRITING this entire story to suit a bit more mature audience. The story is almost the same, but the premise is a bit more mature. Hence, I don't want to mix it with this book that was my innocent adventure here. Please find the new book under the title, "Threads of Crimson and Gold". I feel the current title doesn't do justice to the story line. Thank you once again!

Rushed into marriage, she married him, who was wheelchair-bound. She had always believed that they would live a simple life together, as he was disabled in both legs and had an ordinary job, making it seem impossible for him to even support himself financially. However, one day, she accidentally discovered that he was actually a big shot in the medical industry, and furthermore...

Breaking the Precept is a Chinese web novel by Qiao Jia Xiao Qiao, blending elements of cultivation and fantasy. The story follows the protagonist, who embarks on a rigorous spiritual journey in pursuit of higher cultivation. As the protagonist faces a series of challenges, both external and internal, they are forced to confront the conflicts between their personal desires, spiritual growth, and the complex moral codes of their world. The central theme of the novel revolves around the concept of "breaking the precept", which represents the protagonist's struggle to reconcile their individual path with the restrictive religious or moral laws governing their cultivation sect. This concept not only explores the consequences of breaking societal or spiritual rules but also delves into deeper philosophical questions about the nature of freedom, destiny, and self-realization. The novel intricately combines intense action sequences with philosophical and ethical dilemmas, offering a compelling narrative for readers interested in the tension between spiritual discipline and personal autonomy. With its richly developed world-building, complex characters, and a story that examines the boundaries between right and wrong, Breaking the Precept has gained a strong following, particularly among fans of the cultivation and fantasy genres.

Updates 1am GMT+8 __ From an apocalyptic world, Xu Feng transmigrates into a parallel world with a third gender. The heavens took pity on the 19-year-old who died as he awakened his ability in his original world, so he started a new life as a ger. What is a ger? The third gender, a man who can impregnate women and be impregnated by men. There were even more surprises waiting for Xu Feng. He not only awakened a wood ability from his previous world, he was also met with a contract marriage he couldn’t refuse in the new world. “Carry my son’s child, and I’ll make sure you live comfortably for the rest of your life.” “Whether you can birth a son for me or not, I don’t care. Just don’t get in my way, and I’ll make sure you want for nothing.” Xu Feng looked at his “mother-in-law,” then back at his "playboy" of a “husband” before looking toward the fertile fields and vast mountains. A peaceful farming life as a landlord with a spoiled young master was better than living life in the apocalypse. But Xu Feng was transported to a world with cultivation, demon beasts, and hidden secrets, a simple farming life might be too much to ask for. — [Cultivation, Farming, Multiple partners/Throuple, BL, R-18, Child, HE]

Life had never been kind to Ethan. It had given him nothing but pain, loneliness, and poverty. He had lived in the countryside, barely surviving, with no hope for tomorrow. That was, until he met her—the girl of his dreams, who gave him a purpose, a reason to live. Every day, he worked tirelessly, scraping by, with no real sense of direction or freedom to pursue his desires. Yet, he endured, clinging to the thought that she awaited him at home. Then came the disaster that destroyed everything, forcing him to start anew as Asher Blake. Stepping into a world of supernatural powers, he became determined to seek revenge on the one who had stolen his reason to live.

The short story "Cost of Freedom" is a poignant exploration of the psychological scars left by war. It follows a soldier’s journey from the harrowing experiences of the battlefield, where he witnesses the brutal loss of life and grapples with the meaningless violence of war, to his post-war life as a celebrated yet broken hero. Haunted by PTSD, the protagonist struggles with memories of his actions, the lives lost, and the disconnect between his decorated status and his inner turmoil. The narrative crescendos into a tragic yet cathartic conclusion, portraying the immense personal cost of freedom and the enduring effects of trauma.

"Contract Marriage with the Devil Billionaire" follows Emma Caldwell, whose perfect wedding day turns into a nightmare when her fiancé, Alexander Knight, stands her up at the altar. Devastated and humiliated, she flees to a nearby town in search of her estranged sister, only to find herself alone in a run-down motel. There, she meets Andrian Blackwood, a cold and enigmatic billionaire who offers her an unconventional proposal—a contract marriage. Desperate and broken, Emma accepts, unaware that this marriage will entangle her in a world of power, deceit, and dark secrets. Andrian, a man of mystery with a ruthless reputation, harbors his own tragic past. As Emma’s life becomes more intertwined with Andrian’s, she discovers the devastating truth behind Alexander’s betrayal—it was no accident. Andrian’s influence runs deeper than she could have imagined, and soon, she finds herself caught in a dangerous game of power and revenge. Torn between her unresolved feelings for Alexander and the growing attraction to Andrian, Emma must navigate a web of lies, manipulation, and family secrets. As she unravels the truth about the men in her life, Emma is faced with a choice: remain in a marriage built on lies, or risk everything to uncover the truth and reclaim her life. In this tale of love, betrayal, and dark desires, Emma’s journey is just beginning. With each twist and turn, her world is rocked, and she must decide how much she’s willing to sacrifice for love and truth.