Richard Grayson

Seventeen-year-old Grayson has endured a harrowing childhood, leaving him with a dark and twisted philosophy. Driven by this painful doctrine, he imposes his skewed beliefs on everyone and everything around him. His malevolent actions draw the attention of an ancient evil, an entity wrapped in darkness and legend. This being sees in Grayson the potential to carry on its legacy. As the ancient evil begins to mold Grayson for a future drenched in darkness, he finds himself drawn deeper into a web of manipulation and control. Questioning whether he has the strength to defy the fate that has been thrust upon him. Theós, an ancient deity whose origins are lost to time, rules with an iron grip, instilling fear and absolute control over those who dare challenge him. "If it is not within Theós' plan, it cannot be done!" Will Grayson succumb to the darkness consuming him, bow to the unyielding rule of Theós, or will he find the courage to carve out his own destiny? The battle for his soul has begun, and the outcome will not only determine his future, but the fate of all those around him. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Owen Richards never wanted to become a hunter, but at 25, he finds himself facing the Awakening Ceremony. When he awakens as an elemental mage, his dreams of a quiet, ordinary life shatter. Thrust into a world of danger and monsters, he must navigate his newfound powers while confronting fears he never knew existed. As battles rage and friendships form, Owen learns that true strength lies not in power but in the courage to face his fate. #Character Development #Gritty #Dungeons #Romantic Subplot

Lara never believed in fairy tales. Not when she spent her life carrying the weight of a loveless upbringing, thankless jobs, and an aunt who viewed her more as a burden-bearer than family. Responsibility was her anchor—and her cage. Richard Calein, heir to the Calein empire, built his world on control, power, and silence. Raised by a cold stepmother and a distant father, love was a language he never learned to speak. Marriage was never in his plans—until it became a solution. Practical. Binding. Empty. A chance encounter. A marriage of convenience. Two lives with no reason to intertwine. But when Lara steps into Richard’s world, her quiet strength begins to chip away at his armor. And as he offers her a place in his world, he unknowingly hands her the tools to change it. Their union begins as nothing more than an agreement. Yet in the shadows of family expectation, corporate intrigue, and emotional scars, something unexpected begins to grow—a connection built not on vows spoken at an altar, but on moments unspoken in the quiet spaces between. But what happens when emotional distance turns into something neither can define? And what remains when truth, family, and betrayal tear through the fragile foundation they’ve built?

Eamond Richard dies as he lived: ruthless, filthy rich, and utterly alone. Reborn into a medieval world where magic trumps all, he wields Money Magic—a system that turns gold into godlike power. Bankrolling wars, monetizing dragons, and weaponizing debt, Eamond builds an empire with the glee of a shark in a treasury. But beneath his carefree swagger lies a twice-orphaned outcast who knows the real game isn’t wealth… It’s never losing again. Yet for all his schemes, Eamond can’t outrun the system’s fine print: hoard too much, and your soul becomes currency. As terrifying creatures and jealous gods close in, he faces a paradox—the more invincible he becomes, the clearer it is that money can’t buy what he truly wants.

In a world of endless star fields and interdimensional wars, the wizards' floating city conquered one world after another. At the wizard academy, through blood-stained exams, the towering wizard tower sent wizards batch after batch. Becoming an apprentice wizard, Richard activated the miracle furnace deep within his soul, where constant refining of materials granted him knowledge and skills... The veteran's weapon could be refined into legendary martial arts techniques. The ancient wizard's encrypted notes could be refined into lost knowledge. The remains of brutal monsters could be refined into monster bloodlines. In this era of great voyages in the wizarding world, Richard was destined to become a leader of his time.

Leonard Strahm 30 years old, can sense and experience the minds and feelings of other humans - an inherited psychic gift from his mother and developed from childhood in the laboratory of the CIA's MK-Ultra program, formerly run by his ex-military father. Now, Leonard's twin brother Lawrence who was also part of the experiment, is found dead under suspicious circumstances while he worked on a special, secretive project of his own. While their mother, Dorothea, who reluctantly partook in the MK-Ultra experiments at the urging of her beloved husband, Jack Strahm, is on the verge of an emotionally induced psychological implosion that could ultimately undermine her living son's pursuit of the truth. Leonard must navigate a hidden world of covert experiments, psychic warfare, and family betrayal to find answers, exact revenge and possibly save humanity. But the deeper he delves, the more he questions whether he's chasing truth and justice or walking into a trap designed specifically for him.

When Richard Santamo unlocks a hidden AI called the System, his life transforms overnight. From winning the lottery to building world-shaking tech, he rises fast, but he’s no ordinary genius. He’s the lost heir to an ancient bloodline tied to Lemuria, armed with psionic powers and secrets long buried. As his company Bytebull revolutionizes the planet, Richard attracts the wrath of a hidden cabal led by an alien race feeding on humanity. With a sentient AI, futuristic weapons, and the truth on his side, Richard must battle the forces behind a New World Order and claim his destiny before Earth falls. -----------! [ DISCLAIMER ] ! ----------- Please note that the entirety of this book is a work of fiction. All characters, names, businesses, locations, and events depicted within these pages are products of the author's imagination or have been used in a purely fictitious manner. Any perceived resemblance to actual persons, living or deceased, or to real-world companies, organizations, or institutions, is entirely unintentional and purely coincidental. The portrayal of any names, character traits, positions, or corporate entities in this narrative is fundamentally fictional and is not intended to represent, comment upon, or interact with their real-life counterparts in any way. Our aim is to provide an immersive story, completely detached from reality. Furthermore, neither the author nor the publisher intends to defame, discredit, or infringe upon the rights or reputation of any individual, company, or entity that may, by sheer happenstance, share a name or a superficial characteristic with an element found in this book. This creation is offered solely for entertainment purposes and should not, under any circumstances, be interpreted as factual documentation or a representation of real-life events, actual people, or existing circumstances. Its sole purpose is to invite you into a world crafted from imagination, with no ties to the factual world. Daily Update = 2 Chapters (I may only upload 1 chapter on some days.) Update Schedule: UTC/GMT +8 7:00 AM

Grapple & Grind is a dark, R-rated LitRPG where survival means getting mean, getting clever, and using gravity as a weapon. Kevin wasn’t supposed to be here. One minute he was on a road trip. The next? Abducted by aliens and dumped into a dungeon death game with no explanation, no teammates, and no way out. Where most contenders swing swords or sling spells, Kevin’s running pure brute force—leverage, momentum, and the fine art of smashing things until they stop moving. The dungeon noticed. So did the AI running it, and it’s way too amused. His allies? A washed-up emo bard. A goth warlock with anger issues. A combat system that rewards speed, aggression, and creative violence. Survive, adapt, climb—or die trying. Because the dungeon doesn’t wait. It doesn’t care. And the deeper you go, the worse it gets. No chosen-one cheats. No OP bull-spit. Just fists, grapples, and a really bad attitude. -Momentum-based physics combat -Grappling and striking mechanics -Game-ified dungeon climb with real stakes -A foul-mouthed AI, a dungeon that hates you, and teammates you definitely didn’t ask for

꧁༺ £¥$ ༻꧂ "Yes, I've struck gold!" Richard, a middle-aged World Bank analyst turned hobo, encounters a genie—an ancient myth in the modern world. Fallen from glory, he wishes for wealth. Long past his prime, he wishes to regress in time; To the peak of his youth To be armed with knowledge of the future. Cunning, he even wishes the genie free, hoping to gain its favor. Yet the genie grins maniacally as it grants his wish. "F*ck, I've been tricked," he snarls, knuckles bleeding as he realizes where he is. Mundus—a parallel world to Earth, where countless dimensional gates bring both danger and opportunity. A modern-fantasy hybrid world where "Raiders" awaken supernatural abilities to combat threats from these gates. In a world where power outweighs wealth, Richard is rich... but powerless. Endowed with riches as vast as a nation's treasury, he forges his own path—buying what should have been impossible: the power of an Awakened. Here, his wealth becomes his magic as he awakens a unique class: Moneymancer. It seems he has everything figured out. His boundless fortune is enough to challenge fate itself. Yet the genie still grins—an eerie glint in his eyes—as he watches the pawn move across a universal chessboard…

A modern-day developer working on a knock-off gacha game, is suddenly transmigrated to the Middle Ages. But things seem to be different from the history that he knows. In this strange land, ancient legends walk the earth. Here Witches, Manticores, Vampires, Werewolves, Sirens, Dragons and Krakens are all terrifyingly real. As if that weren’t enough, this is also the age of legendary rulers—Baldwin, Saladin, and Richard the Lionheart —each destined to shape history in a new wave of Crusades. Amidst bloodshed and glory, Lothar must use his only advantage—his Gacha System—to build his territory, summon legendary units, and carve out his legacy in a world where ambition reigns and power speaks. Milestones: King of Jerusalem (Incomplete) Emperor of Eastern Roman Empire (Incomplete) Emperor of Germany (Incomplete)

Richard Maddox, a once-promising football prodigy, dreamed of becoming a star. But just as his dream was within reach, it was abruptly shattered when he banged his head on the goalpost, fracturing his skull. Forced into early retirement, Richard vanished from the public eye. People thought Richard Maddox was done for. However, no one expected that during his unconscious state, his spirit detached from his body. He drifted through time, witnessing the world of football from the perspective of a ghost. It was strange, unpleasant, yet exciting. No need for tickets or travel—he could simply fly. England, Italy, Spain, Germany—the best football countries in Europe—and even the passionate South America, the energetic Africa, and the growing Asia—Richard observed the rise and fall of football giants, all from the sidelines. However, watching football from the other side was quite different from experiencing it live. He missed the cheering, singing, and chanting with the other fans. No one could hear him now. No one could watch football with him. He was... alone. Just as Richard was about to be bored to death, his soul was sucked back, and he realized that only an entire year had passed. 'Interesting,' he thought, laughing. “I could bet, invest in companies that will succeed in the future, and get rich. Bitcoin, I'm coming, baby.” but who could have guessed that Richard would dive so deep into the world of football—From owning a single share to testing the waters as a scout, trying his hand as an agent, and eventually stepping into the world of coaching, before finally diving into the realm of football club ownership. It has truly been a full spectrum of football, the highs and the lows. Join us as we welcome Richard Maddox!

You never know the value of something until you lose it? For Brooke that couldn't have been more farther from the truth! After being cheated by her husband and younger sister, Brooke's miserable life of abuse takes a complete turn for the better when she finally signs the divorce papers! But things are only just getting better! What's this? She's been made joint heir to a multi-billion dollar company?! She's bought her stepfather's puny agency?! She's now the richest woman in the country?! And as an added bonus, her contract marriage husband is handsome and dotes on her every second of the day! Hold your horses, buckle your seats and witness one of the greatest, husband spoiling wife stories you'll ever see! With satisfying face slaps lurking at every corner!

"Sometimes you fall in love with the most unexpected person at the most unexpected time". To feel the love you give to others is the most precious thing in the entire universe.Kevin Richard the hot hunk teenager moved to another city and fell in love with Jennifer a self made charming, radiant and compassionate girl she Began to add colours in his colourless life and their story took so many dramatic, romantic and beautiful turns.

The Lord of Shadows A Dark Fantasy Epic by R.C. Davis In a dying world ruled by nine monstrous lords, each a walking apocalypse of fire, ice, plague, or undeat, the last remnants of mankind and its allies cower behind walls, clinging to the illusion of safety. Nobles hoard power. Heroes sell their blades to the highest bidder. And no one dares challenge the nightmare beyond the gates. Until him. Richard Montgomery was a grizzled detective who spent a lifetime hunting monsters in human skin. When he died saving an innocent girl from serial killers, the gods gave him no peace, only purpose. Reborn in the body of an 18-year-old man, armed with divine powers, ancient instinct, and a mind sharpened by decades of violence, he awakens in a world where justice is dead... and monsters rule without fear. With nothing but a borrowed name, a buried past, and a wolf-blooded slave girl at his side, Montgomery must rise through the ranks of a broken Adventurer’s Guild, navigate a corrupt human kingdom, and reclaim the lands lost to darkness. He will not be welcomed. He will not be trusted. But he will be remembered. Because monsters have never known fear. Until now.

In a world where you have the power of what defines you, Caspian Sinclair's power is rather...unorthodox. The adopted child of Andrew Grayson and genius violinist has a deadly disease which is slowly killing him, making him fall asleep constantly. He now has the power over dreams, a power outlawed hundreds of years ago. He now walks the path of The Devourer of Dreams, making what seemed impossible, possible. He now has the choice, to save his true family and betray the ones who accepted him with open arms, or side with his new family, at the cost of his loved ones life. This is the story of The Seven Faces ***Available on Royal Road at https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/114963/the-seven-faces

Richard Harrison is a powerful billionaire CEO with a reputation built on precision, power, and silence. With the billion-dollar Zenith Contract hanging in the balance, he can't afford distractions or scandals. But everything changes the night he attends a luxury rooftop party in velaris hotel, Montelucia City. When he sees a young woman being taken advantage of in the VIP lounge, he steps in without hesitation. The press captures the moment: Richard, holding a dazed Pearl Grey in his arms. By morning, the image is everywhere. Pearl, heartbroken and trying to escape a messy past, never expected a night out with her friend would thrust her into the public eye. Now labeled as the mysterious woman on Richard Harrison’s arm, she’s pulled into a whirlwind she never asked for. To protect his public image and hers Richard makes a shocking announcement: Pearl is his fiancee. But when the media frenzy turns dangerous and someone begins to dig into Pearl’s late parents’ history, Richard offers a more permanent solution: a secret, contract marriage. No love. Just protection, business, and control. But behind the cameras and contracts, something deeper begins to form. As deception gives way to desire, and lines blur between what's real and what’s pretend, Pearl and Richard must decide: can a marriage built on lies grow into something true?

The Bad Setup Olivia Parker loves her independence—her career, her freedom to travel, and the life she’s built on her own terms. The last thing she wants is to be set up by her best friend, Haley. Meanwhile, Daniel, her fiancé, has been trying to do the same for his best friend, Grayson Steel. But every time they attempt to introduce Olivia and Grayson, something gets in the way. Neither knows what the other looks like—until fate steps in. When Olivia and Grayson meet by chance at a bar, their connection is instant, sparked by an impromptu game of darts. What starts as a random encounter soon feels like something more. But will they take the leap once they realize they were meant to meet all along? A slow-burn romance about fate, friendship, and love finding you when you least expect it.

Two sons. One world. No mercy. Mark Grayson was born to be a hero. Marcus Grayson was born to survive. In a world protected by costumed champions and manipulated by secret powers, the twin sons of Nolan Grayson — Earth’s greatest hero — are raised in the same home, but shaped by very different truths. While Mark dreams of flying and saving lives, Marcus watches. He listens. He prepares. Because deep down, he knows their father isn’t who he says he is — and when the truth comes crashing down, it’s Marcus who’s already ready to act. As Mark rises as Invincible, Earth’s hopeful defender, Marcus walks the darker path. A brutal tactician,and the weight of secrets too dangerous to speak aloud. Armed with the knowledge of the future and a mind sharper than any blade, Marcus becomes the hero Earth never wanted… but may not survive without. But blood is complicated. And when Viltrum comes for them all, only one truth remains: You can’t save the world… without spilling blood.

Life as a Sorcerer is hard. The Society of Magi is demanding, and working with other crazy denizens of the underworld could be a pain sometimes... Richard is a young man who had just left college in search of work. His life is already hard as it is, but he also has to deal with the stress of being a member of the Circle of Magi; an underground society of modern day mages, beings who practice the occult away from the eyes of the public. As a natural prodigy born into a family of famous demon contractors, he is now deeply rooted in a society he had no intention of being a part of. What is he going to do, when the shady undercurrents of the underground threaten to mix in with the normal life he is desperately trying to protect. Tales of dead Dark Gods, Herald's of a New Prophecy. The Inception of the Abyss, and the revelation of a New World Order. Join Richard as he grows into a powerful wizard while trying to separate his everyday life from the shadows that lurk beneath.

Lucian Grayson, a reluctant engineering student with dreams of becoming a pro gamer, is no stranger to stress and deadlines. But when a mysterious third door appears in his apartment during a stormy night, his world flips upside down—literally. Pulled into a medieval realm of robed summoners, a ruthless knight, and a botched ritual, Lucian dies... or so he thinks. Revived as a weightless soul with a game-like system floating before his eyes, Lucian must navigate a world where he’s neither hero nor villain, but something else entirely.Can Lucian unravel the secrets of his new existence and survive a realm that fears him? A thrilling blend of isekai, mystery, and supernatural adventure,Soulbound Defiant will keep you hooked as Lucian defies death itself to forge his own path.

Madison Harper, the adopted daughter of the nation's fifth wealthiest family,believes she's found happiness in her marriage to Williams Greenwood despite her higher social standing . Her world shatters when she learns of William's betrayal _ He married her to get closer to her step-sister,Sophia with whom he is having an affair . In a confrontation, Sophia pushes Madison down the stairs leading to her untimely death. Reborn with memories of her past life, Madison is determined to exact revenge. She targets Richard Benjamin, the man Sophia desires, offering him a strategic alliance : marriage in exchange for her shares in the Harper hotel business. As their partnership deepens, Madison and Richard navigate a web of deceit,uncovering dark family secrets and confrontation their own past traumas

Un mundo oculto. Un destino ineludible. Un corazón que decidirá el futuro de todos. Richard siempre creyó que su vida era ordinaria, hasta que los velos de la realidad comenzaron a rasgarse. Ahora, con antiguos misterios resurgiendo y fuerzas invisibles en movimiento, deberá encontrar su fuerza interior antes de que el mundo cambie para siempre. "Esencias Mágicas" combina fantasía, drama y acción en una historia donde el mayor poder es decidir quién quieres ser.

He claimed that he was innocent. Grayson L. Riego, a man convicted for the murder he vowed he didn't commit is now sentenced to death. With the world getting more united and closer than ever, technology flourished. And with the boom of technology came the age of Deep Dive Virtual Reality (DDVR/VR). Introduced in the year 2057, VR's popularity and importance were quickly realized by many. From games where people could earn a living and mostly spend their time, to applications used for meetings instead of physically going to your office. Some even say that only one's imagination is the limitation of VR. And it was because of one's imagination that even the execution of death row convicts has also transcended reality. Hopeful Homicide. Introduced in the year 2058, is a Virtual Reality death game where death row convicts around the world are forced to play with the promise of freedom and help of giving the winners a fresh start. As well as "cleansing" their soul. Now in its ninth year, Grayson L. Riego has no choice but to participate in this brutal death game. ___________________ *Warning: This story includes extreme violence and gore. Proceed at your discretion. *Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, events, and incidents are all fictional.

17-year-old Thomas Tachful has the rare gift of sensing emotions before anyone speaks. But when a mysterious killer appears, his world spirals out of control. Trust shatters as Thomas suspects everyone — from his neighbor Richard to his best friend John. Amid growing fear and confusion, Thomas must uncover the truth: could the greatest threat be the people closest to him?

Series Summary Years ago, Richard Feller, a powerful warrior and fire mage, spared the life of a vampire lord out of pity—tired of endless killing and longing for peace. He disappeared from the battlefield and lived quietly in a rural village with his wife and young daughter. But peace never lasts. While away on a short trip, Richard returns to find his entire village massacred by vampires and undead. His wife and daughter lie dead among the carnage. Enraged and guilt-ridden, he slaughters every creature in the village and vows never to show mercy again. Now, as the world trembles beneath the rising power of the vampire High Court and their undead legions, Richard walks the path of vengeance alone. Rumors of a lone man burning entire nests to ash begin to spread, but no vampire lives long enough to confirm it. Meanwhile, Thierry, a revolutionary fighter wielding teleportation magic and twin blades, battles to dismantle the vampire regime with a divided resistance—unaware that Richard has returned. As fate brings them closer to the heart of the vampire threat, whispers of a dark prophecy surface: the Day of the Black Sun, a coming event that threatens to wipe out humanity for good. And this time, Richard isn’t tired of killing.

"She was just a breeder until she became his everything…" [Warning: R18+ / Mature and Explicit Sexual Content / Dark Romance] Althea Grayson never imagined she’d become a captive, let alone to Alpha King Gavriel, the ruthless ruler who blames her for her father’s crimes. Treason. Murder. Betrayal. The punishment? Her life now belongs to him. “A life for a life,” Gavriel declares. “Your existence is mine to control.” But Althea refuses to break. She’s spent her life surviving, and she won’t stop now. Yet the more she resists, the more she’s drawn into the dangerous, intoxicating pull between them. Gavriel is cruel, controlling, and everything she should hate, so why does her body betray her? Bound by chains, hate, and something far darker, their twisted game spirals into an obsession neither can escape. Will Althea fight for her freedom, or will she surrender… to the man who owns her body, her fate, and perhaps even her heart? ****************** Important Note: Chapters inside this book are for Pilot Read only. You can follow and read the full story & updates by becoming a patron at my Patreon account. Link follows: www.patreon.com/eustoma_reyna ***** contact me, your Author, at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna PS: the book cover is mine so don't you dare use it.

Richard Rossi, co-owner of Petals Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals gets a sexual experience that shakes his whole being from a young woman who turns out to be the youngest daughter of his partner, Peter Torres. He hides away after the incident miles away from the Torres family. His presence is not required until the sudden passing away of his partner and best friend. Jacqueline Torres is a wild child, the black sheep of the Torres family and the youngest child. On the night of her parents' annual summer party, she meets a man who evokes the female side of her which she had strived to keep buried within her. When she finds out who he is, she vows to make him pay for running out on her. When the runaway co-owner returns to take over after her father's death, Jacqueline begins to question her emotions as memories of that night plague her still. Richard is called upon to take up the responsibility of his company, putting an end to his nomadic lifestyle. He tries to play a distant, fatherly role when he meets with the lady from five years ago but when they encounter dire situations and death targets from all sides, he has a reason to stay, to protect and to love her.

Grayson never expected the man he once loved to come back — not after five months of silence, not after the truth drove them apart. When Mason Patterson, a wealthy, closeted CEO, returned one rainy evening, everything Grayson thought he buried came rushing back: the love, the betrayal, and the pain of being abandoned for being honest about who he was. But what began as a confrontation turned into something more fragile — a chance to start again. Together, they must face the dark memories between them, including the truth about Mason’s past actions, the wounds left behind, and the nights Grayson was never allowed to remember. Through pain, forgiveness, and a journey that takes them from shadows to sunrise, Grayson & Mason is a story of healing — not only of hearts, but of lives. Along the way, they build a new kind of family, adopt a boy named Noah, and learn that love isn’t something you

Charlotte thought she had it all...a steady job, a simple life, and three years of what seemed like a perfect relationship with the charming, successful Alexander Wallace.  But everything shatters when he suddenly breaks up with her.  Alexander's engagement to billionaire heiress Eleanor Whitmore, Charlotte friend, is splashed across every media outlet, leaving Charlotte betrayed and heartbroken. As she struggles to piece her life back together, an unexpected opportunity at one of the city's most powerful companies, puts Charlotte face-to-face with a world she never thought she'd be part of.  She becomes the Secretary of Ethan Grayson, the CEO of Grayson Enterprises, making Alexander reappear after a sudden rumored relationship news of Charlotte and Ethan broke out. Will Charlotte reclaim her life and proceed with the revenge against her ex-fiancè, or will Alexander's return pull her back into chaos after finding out about her real parents?