Why Did Cid Betray Shadow Garden

“P-please let me go..” I stammered and before I knew it, I was word vomiting while crying. “—I won’t return. You won’t ever see me again. I know you don’t want me as a mate. You hate me, so please let me go.” I cried out. Cain’s jaw tightened with each word that left my lips “What gave you the idea that you have the power to choose what you want?” His voice was low, “You don’t get to decide what, how, and when you leave. Only I get to do that. You don’t get to leave me, you don’t get to run! You only leave when I want you to.” "I didn’t ask for this,” I whispered, trembling. “I didn’t ask to be your mate.” Cain stepped back, “Neither did I,” he muttered under his breath. “But the bond doesn’t give us a choice, does it?” ~~~~ As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

Rowan sees beauty in death. The Order he has sworn to obey only sees defilement. As the reviled Caretaker of the Order, Rowan has accepted his role as a dutiful outcast because he believes it is the only way to prove his worth to the man who holds his sisters’ souls as collateral. With his magic and his voice, Rowan can absorb death and transform it, but only in ways the Order deems acceptable to maintain the stability of the reality it claims to protect Order must subdue Disorder. Reality must triumph over illusion. He is tainted and always will be. Rowan has never questioned those lessons, but that changes the night he harvests a crimson soul that is more than human and chooses to keep it a secret. When Rowan’s song transforms that soul into a beautiful and mysterious man he names Wren, he is forced to accept that sometimes duty is a lie and illusion is the only thing you can trust. As the fabric of the Order begins to unwind and a new kind of Disorder takes hold, Rowan will need to choose again, stand with the Order that held him down, or forge a new path with Wren at his side. He may be the only one who can restore balance to the worlds, but only if he can find balance within himself first. ************************************* Updates 3-4 times per week. Note: This story focuses on relationships. I promise an epic romance, lots of swoon-worthy moments, and a healthy amount of fluff. When it does get steamy…you might get burned. Fair warning for explicit content. I don’t shy away from my spice. There are lots of side characters and couples to fall in love with, in addition to the main couple. If you love the idea of found family, you will be happy. This book is set in a non-heteronormative world, so you will see various gender identities/expressions and types of love. ************************************* Excerpt (if you want the full steamy version, you will have to read the book!): Still reeling from the new magic that coursed under his skin and unsure of how to react to the desire that threatened to take control of him, Rowan froze. Wren's hot breath against his mouth sent a jolt of pleasure through his body, and he choked back a groan. A different kind of panic flared in Rowan's chest, burning him as if he were the one on fire. This was what he wanted, what he'd thought about every night since Wren left. But wanting more was one thing. Acting on it was another. He'd spent so much of his life hiding, he didn't know how to do anything else. One corner of Wren's mouth twitched as Rowan pulled away. When he attempted to free himself from Wren's grasp, Wren just hauled him closer. Rowan liked that he didn't have to think about what to do next. His bare chest thudded against Wren's torso, and the heat from Wren's body merged with Rowan's skin, melting him from the inside out. "What did you just do to me?" Wren's deep voice vibrated against Rowan's chest. "The Disorder of your illusion was holding you captive. I…I absorbed it." "Oh? Where did you learn to do that? Have I been gone that long?" Wren's grip loosened slightly on Rowan's wrists as if he was satisfied now that Rowan was practically sitting on top him. Rowan stared at Wren's lips. He opened his mouth to protest, but immediately closed it again. "I know you aren't going to say that I shouldn't touch you." Wren's free hand splayed over the small of Rowan's back. "Not when you started it." Rowan's breath hitched. "No. I'm not going to say that anymore. Not to you." "I thought you were afraid to be touched." Wren's fingers traced a circle over the curve of Rowan's spine as if testing for a reaction. "I know that I'm not afraid of you." Rowan waited for the panic to set in, but all he felt was desire. "With you, I want…" "You want what?" "I want more." Triumph flared in Wren's gaze before he narrowed his eyes. "Really? Then why are you still trying to get away from me?"

Ayra Miller thought she had it all—Wealth, a loving husband, a loyal best friend, and a promising future. But when betrayal strikes from the two people she trusted the most, her world shatters before her eyes. Poisoned and cast into the sea, Ayra’s life ends in cold despair. Yet, a mysterious ruby ring grants her an extraordinary second chance, sending her six years into the past. Armed with the knowledge of her tragic future, Ayra must fight against the enemies she once believed to be allies and tread cautiously on a path filled with deceit and danger. However, she soon discovers that her actions begin to create a new future—one she cannot control and realizes that the gift of a second life comes with its own dark consequences. Can Ayra fight to overcome her tragic fate, or is history doomed to repeat itself once again?

A woman is dead by runover by a car and transmigrated into a 5 year old kid. She get a system it said to help the Protagonist from Villain. but It turns out that the 5 years old girl is Biological daughter of the villain

---WSA 2025 Entry--- Kyle Blade, the youngest Demon Hunter of the Golden Continent, was renowned as the nemesis of demons, and a protector of humanity. However, he was thrust onto a different path after being betrayed by the very humans he had sworn to defend. Kyle fixed his eyes on Harold, and chuckled darkly. "I make a promise to you fools. If I survive this night, I will witness the collapse of all three nations. And you, Harold, I will personally relieve you of your head and claim your father's throne for myself. I will forge a new kingdom from the ashes of the old, uniting the races under my banner. I understand that many will be innocent, but if they stand in my way, i will not hesitate to kill them. So..." He turned his gaze upon the assembled enemies, their eyes reflecting a mixture of fear and hatred. "Ensure you succeed in killing me." Kyle continued: "For if I survive, you will witness your kingdoms consumed by flames, and I will be the architect of their destruction." With his promise, he lunged towards the forces, who outnumbered him by thirty to one. __ Resurrected from death, Kyle moved on the path for revenge, and to uncover the truth behind the age-old blood feud between demons, elves and humans. Fully aware that his new path would draw the wrath of the humans, Elves and demons. Kyle pressed onward; for him, nothing was more important than his revenge... He will do whatever it takes, and watch the three huge kingdoms crumble before him. __ [First Conquest.] "These ignorant fools extinguished Juliet's life. I will ensure the entire continent pays the price. They are all complicit in this tragedy, and they will face my wrath together. This village… this is merely the beginning." An almost palpable wave of killing intent radiated from his body, a cold, invisible pressure that caused Gabriela and the assembled soldiers to instinctively take a step back. The air around him crackled with barely suppressed violence. * * * Welcome and please check it out, maybe 10 chapters, and then decide. You can check out my other books: _ Solo leveling: I am the Only Supreme With the cheating system. _ Reborn with the all seeing eyes _ Return of the Supreme Beast tamer. _ Thanks again for checking it out!

After the mysterious murder of his father, Domenico rejects his mate, Madeline, and banishes her and her child out of the pack, because he believed she was the person responsible for his father's death, following his mistress's confession. Heartbroken, she relocated to Michigan to raise her child alone. But they were both reunited after their son was kidnapped from school. Madeline is forced to seek help from her rejected mate and the father of her son, Domenico. Suddenly, he wants her back as his mate after he realizes that she was actually not the person responsible for his father's death, but his mistress, Chloe, who tried to do everything to ensure that Madeline was sent out of the packhouse. Will she go back to him or find a second chance mate? Find out in this intriguing story.

After losing his mother as a child, Hoshino Aki clings to the legend she once told him—every 400 years, a falling star brings a celestial girl who grants a wish to someone in true need. Now, 20 years later, Aki is a high school student who has long dismissed the tale as a fantasy. But when news of a rare celestial event shakes his world, forgotten memories resurface. Could the legend be real? And if so, will he finally receive the wish he once longed for? As the fated night approaches, Aki is about to discover a truth far beyond his imagination.

Evelyn Royce thought her life as Luna of the Moonfire Pack was perfect—until betrayal shattered her world. Framed for treason by the scheming Celeste, abandoned by her husband Victor, and forced to fake her death, Evelyn vanishes with two secrets: her unborn twins and her royal lineage. Years later, Evelyn returns, not as the broken Luna but as a powerful heiress with a plan for revenge. With her children hidden and alliances forged in secrecy, Evelyn navigates a tangled web of lies, betrayal, and unspoken love. As war looms and long-buried truths come to light, Evelyn must decide whether to forgive or destroy the man who betrayed her, reclaim her throne, and secure her family’s future. But in a world where memories can be altered, alliances shift like the wind, and enemies lurk in every shadow, will Evelyn rise as a queen—or fall as a pawn?

Chapter 1-5 was based on a true story in my life,the rest was all made up by me.The story is based on Nyla and Camillia being bestfriends and Nyla and Pauline pulled a prank on Camillia that made her mad and sad.Few weeks later a stuff got missing……Then Kayden and Camillia became best friends,Kayden becoming her supporter in everything in the problems she faced.They started dating after a while but then Something happened between the Camillia and the Kayden mother that made that spilt up and they dont see eachothe untill 3 years later in NYU(New York University)They meet again and The Camillia explained everything to Kayden.Then Kayden finally understands why Camillia left him after all these years.

… “Is something wrong?” He sighed. He stayed quiet for a few seconds before he spoke. “I don’t think we should continue this partnership.” His tone sent chills down my spine.  “What do you mean?” I questioned. “Your feelings,” he said ‘feelings’ like the word disgusted him, “have changed and it no longer aligns with the agenda.” “How dare you? Who gave you information that helped get your company back from the Gulfs? Who was it that kept feeding you information about the Gulfs businesses. It was me.” I yelled, my tone no longer friendly.  I’d met Gabriel when he had recently lost his company to Christian. He was at the brink of bankruptcy and Christian had made him an offer he couldn’t refuse. He’d been stupid enough to sign a contract without reading it because he was desperate, and ended up losing more than they’d originally agreed. “Now that you have your precious company back and some shares in the Gulf enterprise you think you can dump me with a stupid excuse like our motives no longer align? Don’t you fucking dare. I own you.” I shook with rage, ending the call before he had a chance to reply to me. My rage immediately became fear when I turned around and saw Christian standing by the door in my room. “So you did take me up on my offer.” He was smiling, and the contrast in his words and demeanor only made me more afraid. 

3 best friends officially start highschool together, all is well, until 2 out of the 3 get into a rivalry over a boy, leaving their friendship at risk. Come and experience the up and downs of this teenager experience! And find out what happens next!

"You are Alice!" She doesn't know what her name is, but she's sure that it is not what they claim. Waking up in the middle of an unpleasant place, and then meeting an unpleasant child then finally calls her to a name she's familiar with but has a different feeling over it, she claims, "I'm not Alice!"

Theodore is a man who has never held a job in his life and has a reputation for failure. He is tired of being fired, but never of his incompetence! With one last hope, he accepts his uncle's call and begins working at the Count's estranged estate. His mission: To be assistant to the young master Lemi. Theodore has a secret - he can feel different emotions in those he touches. Anger, fear, happiness... Everything is reflected in him. Until he touches Lemi. He can't even get a single tenner from the young master. At first she thinks this is a temporary situation, but eventually she discovers the dark truth behind it. Without realizing it, he has uncovered a secret that has been buried in the mansion for years. But are some secrets kept for a reason?

Red was just another run-of-the-mill Final Boss in a fantasy RPG. Tasked with guarding the last dungeon, he spent his days fending off brave adventurers and watching heroes fail to take him down. Life was predictable-until it wasn't.

Crystal Foster died a tragic death, murdered by the very man she once loved. Her death was staged as an accident, but fate isn’t done with her. She wakes up in another woman’s body. Sylvia Byrne, the notorious madwoman whose obsession with her cold and distant husband, Martin Byrne, made her the disgrace of high society. A woman who was feared, ridiculed, and worst of all, despised by her own family. But Crystal is not Sylvia. She refuses to beg for Martin’s love. She won’t crumble under the wary glances of the household. And she will never let anyone, not even the powerful and ruthless Martin, control her again. As she navigates this new life, she finds the one thing worth protecting. Otto, Sylvia’s young son, clings to her with love and innocence, shocking everyone who once feared her. But just as she starts rebuilding her life, her past resurfaces. Her ex-husband still walks free, unpunished. When Otto is poisoned and she is framed, she realizes that her enemies aren’t just lurking in the past. They are right in front of her, waiting for her downfall. Crystal is done being a victim. With intelligence sharper than steel and a heart that refuses to break, she will take back everything. Her life, her revenge, and perhaps even love. But when Martin begins to notice the changes in her, when he starts falling for the woman she has become, will she be able to trust again? Or will her thirst for revenge cost her everything?

With the rise of violent souls and dark forces threatening the delicate balance between the living and spiritual worlds, Max, a weary Reaper, is assigned to guide fragile human souls for the first time. Bound by an unexpected promise, Max finds himself entangled with a young girl whose destiny could change everything. As rebellion brews in the shadows and corruption spreads, Max must navigate a journey of duty, loss, and unlikely hope before both realms spiral into chaos.

Blurb: Freya Kael has spent her life on the edges of the Whiteclaw Pack, orphaned and outsider with no claim to a name or power. Her life has been one of survival, with no family, friends, or purpose. That changes the day she learns her fated mate is none other than Finnick Logan the strong and feared Alpha of the Whiteclaw Pack. Freya’s heart swells with hope, but her world shatters when Finnick openly rejects her, calling her weak and unworthy of his name. Devastated and cast aside, Freya is forced into hiding. But Freya soon finds that her fate has much more in store. Alone and fragile, she finds she holds a secret power, one linked to a famous werewolf family long thought dead. This power could tip the balance of the werewolf world. With rival packs seeking her out and her powers getting stronger, Freya must decide whether to rise to this calling or let her hate for Finnick consume her. As secrets unravel, Finnick finds himself pulled back to Freya, haunted by his past choices and family betrayals. But with a rival pack threatening their survival and an old enemy reawakening, they may have to join despite the pain between them. Can Freya forgive the mate who destroyed her, and can Finnick redeem himself before he loses everything including Freya?

This novel follows the journey of a young man, Shuang Yue, who awakens the power of the Inner Universe—an ability that allows him to absorb external energy. In the early stages of his journey, he ventures alone into the Northern Territory to investigate an interdimensional rift. Along the way, he meets Ray, a warrior with exceptional combat skills, and Yun Che, a former member of an enemy faction who has since awakened to his past mistakes and chosen redemption. Together, the three face fierce battles and life-or-death trials, gradually learning to regulate their absorption of foreign energy to prevent the collapse of their Inner Universe from overloading. As the sinister plans of their adversary, Ji Mie, begin to unfold, Shuang Yue not only establishes an alliance and unites powerful warriors to resist the interdimensional invasion but also surpasses his own limits through numerous battles. Ultimately, he faces Ji Mie in a final showdown. After enduring devastating sacrifices and counterattacks, he masters the power to rewrite the laws of reality, successfully sealing away the invading forces. Leading the survivors, he rebuilds their homeland and establishes the Devourer Academy, ushering in a new era of peace. This is an epic saga that blends a vast cosmic setting, intense combat, and a profound exploration of human nature. It not only showcases the boundless allure of power but also serves as a warning against its reckless misuse—ultimately guiding humanity toward a future of hope and rebirth.

Diary Entry of Mors edit*(was supposed to be) [16 Jan 2025 - 3 May 2026]

A story of a young girl forced into slavery in a strange land but grows to become a powerful queen, dive into in story of queen Esther the Jewish queen of Persia.

Di dunia di mana para hero berdiri di puncak kekuatan dan villain membawa kehancuran, hanya mereka yang kuat yang diakui. Ryo Kisaragi, seorang pemuda yatim piatu, bercita-cita menjadi hero yang melindungi yang lemah. Namun, kenyataan jauh lebih kejam. Dihina sebagai orang lemah, dihancurkan oleh sistem yang korup, dan dibiarkan mati saat serangan villain, Ryo akhirnya menyadari satu hal: > "Di dunia ini, hero bukanlah penyelamat. Mereka hanya pemenang dalam permainan kekuatan." Bersumpah untuk menjadi seseorang yang tak bisa diabaikan, ia memulai perjalanannya dari nol—menempa dirinya melalui pertarungan brutal, penderitaan, dan pengkhianatan. Namun, saat ia tumbuh lebih kuat, apakah ia masih bisa menyebut dirinya hero? Atau… akankah ia menjadi sesuatu yang lebih menakutkan?

The author has found himself within his own work of fiction. A tale as old as web novels. Transmigrated into the body of an unknown side character, Mav is forced to come to terms with the world he created and the characters within. Flying cars, magical technology, and Gates leading to corrupted worlds? Mav only has one goal: survive. In order to accomplish this goal, he must grow, or he will die in the onslaught of the incoming Apocalypse-- according to the original plot, millions of Gates will open up across the world in four years and the demonic corruption will spread beyond the Gates. Many people will die and Mav’s existence indicates an unstoppable butterfly effect that may end with the main characters’ deaths. But he can’t help but start getting attached to the main cast. The stakes are rising as the people he has come to love are threatened. And Mav might be the only one who knows about the mysterious organization that is determined to tear everything down.

Gårdën ōf Édhën: Dîvînë Līnëägë explores the aftermath of the creator’s departure and the rebellion of his once-divine creatures. Twisted into bizarre, supernatural beings, they now inhabit a chaotic realm where survival is a constant battle. Without their creator’s guidance, they grapple with their strange new bodies and an unsettling power to shape even stranger things. As war and mayhem consume the garden, they face a harrowing question: Can they find purpose and unity in a fractured world, or are they doomed to an eternal cycle of conflict and meaninglessness?

Fame, Power, Money... All were worldly desires that couldn't even make him, Mason Goldenheart, the strongest warrior under God, blink. After fighting in the tumultuous Holy War against the Devil Djall, and his lackeys for half a century, Mason, with the sacrifice of those he held dear, was finally able to vanquish the Demon king. This in turn released the pressure off of God, allowing him to finally put the Devil Djall to rest, and bring about an end to the Holy War. However, all was for nought in Mason’s eyes, as decades passed, and an incessantly seeping venom continued to poison his heart due to his biggest regret: Not being strong enough... Not only had he, the most beloved Hero, failed to save his loved ones, but he'd also fruitlessly fought, and tried and struggled to save the now billions lost across the ravaged Earth. Finally, at the turn of the century, the anniversary of the Devil Djall and his Demon King's defeat arrived. And it was on that fateful day that Mason would finally know the truth, a truth which would forever alter his fate and push him along an unimaginable path.