Jeff Marks Memorial Poetry Prize

"You don't deserve to be auctioned" The Don finally said, making me stop the struggle. "Thank you" I said, cleaning my watery eyes. "Get her ready for the ritual!" The Don ordered the big man who was currently still holding me. **** "Once marked by the Don, you do not own your life anymore as you become solely his" ~ Author. ******* The minute he set his eyes on her, he knew he had to make her suffer for the sins of her sister and so he MARKED HER. Jadelyn was being used as a collateral for her father's unpaid debt, landing her in the hands of the most ruthless young don - Romano Callamore. All Romano knew was that she had to pay for the sins of her wicked sister -his ex secret lover and that he did. Just when their love was about to blossom after so many tribulations; Jadelyn's sister reappears back with a child who looked exactly like Romano Callamore. Confusion sets in as Jadelyn doesn't know how to feel considering the fact that she was pregnant and also in love with with her sister's First Love. Jadelyn was torn between letting her beloved manipulative sister have a happy life without her- Jadelyn in the picture AND fighting for what she wants What do you think her decision will be? Family Loyalty or Love?

Wishes are subjective, those who reborn are nothing but hypocrites who aren't worthy of the first. Words became ashes, Memories of their first, resonate within a body. It shall dream, a dream that isn't a mere illusion, it illuminates. The light, brightly shows the shadow, and a child's mere dream.

In the werewolf kingdom of Naraina, the Alpha King is getting desperate to marry off his son after six failed engagements. He orders the weak Delta clan Sigertem to send a daughter and the abused, powerless daughter is chosen. Alice Sigertem is the child of a loveless marriage. After her mother died, her father brought in his lover and her own daughter. From then on, Alice’s life was reduced to that of a mere servant. After years of being treated like dirt, Alice has learned to keep her head down, hide her pain, and obey every order. So, it comes as no surprise that she is arranged to be married to Sirius Alderidge, the sickly Prince who has driven away all six of his potential wives so far. Afraid of being sent back to her abusive family, Alice resigns herself to her fate—and soon finds that her handsome husband-to-be is kind, but has a lot of secrets. He fakes his illness and goes out with another identity, someone powerful and terrifying. But Alice is shameless because she has a secret of her own. As they slowly open their hearts to each other, love may have a chance. ୨ৎ This is an original work. No angst, not too heavy dramatic plots, just classic fantasy adventures and a wholesome relationship. Nothing too annoying or toxic.

In her previous life, Lina Riley harbored an unrequited love for the Fifth Princess, Victoria Ashwood. Lina sacrificed everything for her—securing her place on the throne, protecting her borders, and losing her arm and sight in the process. Yet, her loyalty was repaid with a goblet of poisoned wine and the execution of her entire family. Victoria despised her, accusing Lina of cruelty and of orchestrating her elder sister’s death, deeming her unworthy of love. When the poison took effect, Lina closed her eyes in despair, only to awaken back in the moment they first met. On that fateful day, Lina had stumbled upon Victoria being beaten by palace maids, an encounter that set everything in motion. This time, Lina turned away, choosing a different path, but a faint fragrance of plum blossoms lured her in. One reckless night led to a moment of despair when she awoke to find the coldly beautiful face of her bedmate—Lucille Everard, the Princess Regent. Lucille, while outwardly uninterested in court affairs, was notorious for her swift and decisive actions that had seen emperors replaced with alarming frequency. Compared to Lucille’s power, Lina’s past dealings with Victoria seemed like mere child's play. As Lucille stirred awake, Lina's nerves were frayed. “Given the circumstances, Your Highness, what do you think of me now?” she asked, resigned to her fate. To her surprise, Lucille chuckled softly. “I think you’re wonderful.” Stunned, Lina could only manage a confused “Huh?” From that moment, everything veered off course. Lucille's palace soon bloomed with roses—Lina’s favorite. Amidst the swaying blossoms, the resolute Princess Regent would gently take Lina’s hand, her once-frigid gaze warm and tender. “My dear Lina, you are the finest woman in the world.” In her new life, Lina often dreamed. She dreamt of someone leaving a bouquet of roses at her grave, their robes trailing the light fragrance of plum blossoms. They sipped wine with a wry smile, murmuring, “Silly girl, I avenged you.” Victoria Ashwood was reborn too. She hadn’t expected that killing Lina would provoke her aunt’s ruthless revenge. Determined to avoid a similar fate, she resolved to feign affection for Lina, even if it took a lifetime. At a palace banquet, Victoria was taken aback by Lina’s beauty. Draped in fine silks, Lina was a dazzling sight, so different from the weathered woman Victoria remembered. Drawn to her, Victoria was about to approach when she noticed Lucille at Lina’s side, gently wiping her lips with a soft smile. “Take it slow,” Lucille murmured. Lina paused, then chuckled as she adjusted a strand of Lucille’s hair. Victoria’s heart twisted in fury. When her desperate attempts to win Lina back failed, she demanded, “Why won’t you love me?” Lina sneered. “Show some respect, Fifth Princess. You should address me as Aunt. Besides, your hypocrisy and cold-heartedness make you unworthy of love.” Years ago, a young Lucille Everard encountered a lost girl in the palace gardens. The girl declared that Lucille was beautiful and promised to marry her one day. Thirteen years later, a fateful misunderstanding during a bout of poisoning entwined their paths. What began as teasing quickly turned Lucille from a hunter into prey, helplessly ensnared by the woman she never forgot. Tags: 1. Cold yet protective Princess Regent × Reborn and resigned noblewoman 2. Nine-year age gap (Princess Regent is older) 3. Alternate history, non-patriarchal setting 4. Puppet empress, regent princess ruling behind the scenes 5. Two lifetimes of love, slow-burn romance

For as long as he can remember, Shinya has been haunted by vivid visions of people and places he has never encountered. He brushes these strange occurrences off as mere daydreams - figments of his imagination. But when an ordinary day at school takes an unexpected turn, Shinya and his classmates suddenly find themselves transported to a mysterious room surrounded by armoured men and above sits a family adorned in regal attire glinting with jewels, radiating absolute power. Finding themselves in a world filled with magic, scenery, and mythical creatures once thought to be mere fiction. But beneath its enchanting surface, conflict and corruption run deep, threatening to tear it apart. Hailed as heroes, Shinya and his classmates are tasked with preventing the encroaching evil from bringing about catastrophe. Faced with an unfamiliar world, Shinya struggles to understand his new reality. Soon he begins to realise that the visions he has been dismissing were never just daydreams - they appear to give glimpses of the future. Knowing this, Shinya harnesses this newfound knowledge and power to make decisions that have pivotal moments and choices that will determine the fate of the whole world. As the visions intensify, the line between now and what is to come blurs. Foresights hinting at betrayals, shifting allegiances, and unnecessary bloodshed, makes it impossible for Shinya to separate friend from foe. The torment of not knowing who to trust cuts deep, leaving him questioning his relationships - both old and new. Who can he trust when even those closest to him could be enemies in disguise? Will he be able to alter the cataclysmic future, or is he simply doomed to watch it unfold, utterly powerless to stop it? As the boundary between fate and free will fades, what will our protagonist do to save a world that may already be beyond saving.

Blurb Liana has lived in exile for years because of a birthmark, known as “The Mark of the Forsaken,” which her pack believes brings a terrible curse. But when Ryker, an Alpha in need of help, finds her, Liana has a chance to prove that her mark might be the key to saving his pack. As the two work together, Liana uncovers secrets about her heritage—and a power within her that she never knew she possessed. But with her heart and her life on the line, Liana must make an impossible choice: embrace the power that could save everyone at the cost of losing her fated mate or risk everything to find another way. Exposition The story begins by introducing Liana’s life in isolation, with flashbacks revealing how her birthmark led her pack to fear her, forcing her into exile. Rumors about “The Mark” swirl among the packs, and Liana’s life of loneliness and survival has shaped her into a wary and hardened soul. Inciting Incident Liana’s quiet life is shattered when Ryker, the Alpha of a nearby pack, arrives at her door, seeking her help. His pack has been plagued by an unbreakable curse, and after hearing legends of “The Mark,” he believes that Liana may be his only hope. Initially reluctant, Liana agrees, seeing a chance to finally be accepted and find purpose. Rising Action As Liana and Ryker work together to break the curse, they grow close, their fated mate bond intensifying their connection. Liana begins to unlock strange powers tied to her mark, which allow her to hold sway over the supernatural forces behind the curse. However, she discovers dark truths about her family’s past and the curse’s origins, which reveal that her ancestors created the curse to protect against a greater evil. Meanwhile, Ryker’s initial secret intentions to use Liana as a possible sacrifice to break the curse come to light. Liana struggles to trust him, and her conflicting emotions create tension between them, making their bond even more precarious. Climax Liana faces a devastating choice: use her powers to fully defeat the enemy causing the curse, which could save Ryker’s pack but may cost him his life, or attempt a riskier, untested path that could save everyone without sacrifice. At the height of her internal struggle, Liana must confront the part of herself that longs for acceptance and the part that fears her power. Denouement In the end, Liana’s choice has lasting consequences on her relationship with Ryker, her understanding of her power, and her sense of belonging. Whether or not she finds a way to save him and the pack, Liana finally understands the truth about her heritage and accepts herself fully, stepping into her role not as a curse, but as a force of hope for her people.

" Her fate carved in beautiful words by white feather but they scratched it without her consent...they are her own kinds just like her. Maybe they suffered just like her and it was unknown to everyone else. but, was she to blame or anyone living at that era... called era of war...where there is no peace... everyone suffered. collecting her memories he came down to earth...he was the one god's own messanger... but looking through her, tears escaped from his eyes... pure souls merged into the endless ocean...maybe...maybe they will be together in next life. "

Title: Memory Note Genres: Psychological Thriller/ Revenge/ Mind Manipulation/ Dark / MemoryAlteration/ PowerStruggle/ Supernatural Ability/ Mystery/ Complex protagonist/ Manipulatioulation/ MindGames/ Psychological/ Drama/ Moral Dilemmas/ Action and Strategy/ Secret Powers/ Twists and Turns Synopsis: Thak, a young man who mysteriously finds himself back on his 15th birthday. In this second chance at life, Thak discovers a powerful and enigmatic book—a Memory Note—that has the ability to alter and erase the memories of those around him. Unlike ordinary people, Thak is merely the vessel for this power, and it’s the note itself that holds the true potential. Thak, driven by his own motivations, begins using the note to manipulate and control the lives of those who have wronged him, especially his step sister Lara. But as he grows more involved in using the note, he finds that its influence isn’t as simple as it first appeared. The more he changes, the more tangled the consequences become, and Thak must decide whether he can control this power or if it will ultimately turn against him. As Thak’s manipulations start to unravel the lives of those around him, he finds himself caught in a dangerous game, with the line between vengeance and self-destruction becoming increasingly blurred. Will Thak master the power of the Memory Note, or will it consume him in ways he never expected?

In the dynamic world of Aruya, where magic and machinery collide, Tokei awakens with no memory of her past. Thrust into a whirlwind of danger and discovery by a chance encounter, she must navigate a treacherous path filled with relentless adversaries, powerful secrets, and unexpected allies. Join Tokei on an action-packed journey as she fights to uncover her true identity and unlock the mysteries of a world teetering on the brink of chaos.

For Thalia, monster-hunting is just a job. Until she unknowingly slays a demon. That's when she realized not all the job can't be done by herself.

This is my thing, my irrational thoughts, my unstable emotions, written into a poem to be controlled, so don't worry, and get angry, cause these are my humble and not so intelligent morale values, so sit back and enjoy the work of this humble one.

"Memory Hunt" is a novel centered around Kamaji Kaito, a character suffering from amnesia who must confront his mysterious past. Kaito is inadvertently drawn into a battle against Nexus, a brutal underground organization that wields cutting-edge technology and advanced weaponry to maintain control. Kaito teams up with Lila Aquotte, a former member of the resistance against Nexus, and new allies such as Ryu Gyokuryu, Akari Minase, and Yuuhei Shiranami. Throughout this journey, Kaito must not only recover his lost memories but also uncover Nexus’s dark conspiracies and face dangerous enemies like Kisaragi Kaoru, Dr. Asuka, and the assassin Zero. The storyline interweaves intense battles, secrets revealed step by step, and complex relationships among allies and adversaries. Kaito gradually discovers his profound connection to Nexus, which has made him a target and thrust him into a relentless struggle for survival. Combining action, investigation, and unexpected twists, the story immerses readers in a world of tension and mystery.

Who am I?" It's the first question that crosses her mind when she wakes up in a dimly lit shed, memory wiped clean and terror seeping in. Beside her is a stranger—a towering, skeptical man just as lost as she is. Together, they stumble through the eerie confines of their prison, only to uncover a sinister truth: the walls aren't just closing in; they're alive with secrets. Blood drips from the ceiling, strange markings leer from the shadows, and the gnawing feeling of being watched tightens its grip. As reality twists into a waking nightmare, the duo must confront not just the mystery of their imprisonment, but the fragile threads of identity and trust. What does it mean to be human when everything you know—everything you are—is stripped away? Trapped in a game they don't understand, the only rule is simple: survive.

the story about Degris who has the mark of balance Which is the key that every one is looking for in his battle against other mark holders to see how can get all the parts and remake the world in his own image using the mark of divinty. will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Kim's company is a huge real estate empire, with wealth and power there's nothing they can't do. Dong-hae is the second eldest son of the Kim family and he was the one who sat in the highest chair in that empire. But everything changed until a major scandal was exposed involving him and forcing him to resign as vice president. Kim Eun-ji is the youngest daughter of the Kim family and she is in charge of taking over the family businesses in Dong-hae's place. Kim Dong-hae wants revenge, humiliated and completely disowned, he just wants to completely exterminate Eun-ji and everyone else who got in his way and for that he hires Jeon Hye-jin an assassin for hire who kills for money and is willing to all to finish a job. Now Eun-ji has a bullet marked with her name and a countdown begins. Protagonists: Kim Eun-ji (Eunji), Jeon Hye-jin (Hyejin) __________________ Support me and give me a gift! https://www.wishtender.com/moonsside __________________ I don't own the rights to the cover image, it's an image taken from the internet and I couldn't find the author to offer the due credits.

In a brutal twist of fate, Rubeus is forced to confront the lifeless body of his mother, an image that sears itself into his mind. But what follows is even more disturbing—his father's memories begin to flood his consciousness, leaving Rubeus struggling to understand the force behind this eerie inheritance. As the memories of a man long gone take root within him, Rubeus uncovers the dangerous power of memory manipulation: the ability to absorb and claim the memories of others as his own. With this newfound power, he must navigate a treacherous medieval world, where the line between identity and memory blurs, and where those who wield such power can become either saviors or monsters.

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Izar was chosen! He got a power, a power that no one understood. What's the use of this power? What is it for? Am I the only one who has this power?

Raha's life was forever changed when a devastating accident left her in a coma for two months. As she awakens, she's met with an unsettling reality: she's lost all memories of her beloved husband, Nabil. Her parents, eager to exploit her vulnerability, manipulate the situation to separate the couple, revealing a web of deceit and hidden agendas. But Raha's determined spirit refuses to be extinguished. As she navigates this unfamiliar landscape, fragments of her past begin to resurface. A whispered promise, a familiar scent, a fleeting glimpse of Amir's smile – each memory sparks a sense of longing and belonging. With every passing day, Raha's recollections grow stronger, and she starts to question her parents' motives. Will she reclaim her memories and rekindle her love for Nabil, or will the forces against them tear their relationship apart? Amidst the turmoil, Raha discovers the resilience of her heart and the unbreakable bond she shares with Nabil.

Betrayed, bartered, broken. Cinder, a Luna stripped of her title for a dormant power, simmers with hidden strength. A mark on her skin whispers of a forgotten lineage, and a prophecy foretells her destiny, unites the werewolf packs or brings about their destruction. As a full moon ignites a monstrous transformation within her, Cinder must navigate a web of deceit. A cunning rival offers a dark pact, a redeemed Alpha seeks atonement, and a hidden network of ostracized wolves rises from the shadows. Can Cinder control the feral rage within and embrace her true power before the lunar eclipse throws the werewolf world into chaos? This is not a tale of the weak, but a ferocious rebirth that will rewrite the laws of the pack, leaving a trail of fury in its wake. Cinder's howl will echo through the night, a promise of a new era where all werewolves, regardless of their ability to shift, can rise under the watchful eye of the moon.

After enduring a lifetime of torment from her parents' experimental pursuits, Kalara's world turns upside down when they die, leaving her their house in the will. Desperate for cash, she discovers that she must fulfill a series of enigmatic requests outlined in the will before she can sell the property. While rummaging through her parents' cluttered workroom, Kalara stumbles upon a peculiar bottle labeled “a sip per day,” accompanied by a letter addressed to her. Despite her reservations about their motives, curiosity compels her to take a sip. With each taste, Kalara unlocks the floodgates of her memories, reliving her past in vivid detail but unable to change the trajectory of her experiences. As she confronts the haunting moments of her life, she faces a critical dilemma: will uncovering the truth of her history empower her to break free from the shadows of her parents’ legacy, or will it entangle her in a cycle of pain and repetition? In her quest for liberation, Kalara must navigate the duality of knowledge and choice as she seeks to reclaim her future.