Where The Heart Is Book

*The Fraudulent Heart * (Jeremiah 17:9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked. Who can understand it?) Mariana Rodriguez, a woman of strength and independence, found herself entangled in a war of syndicates. Taken hostage, she fell into the hands of a man she believed to be a ruthless criminal, only to discover he was her savior. Calum Bryant, a man shrouded in mystery and captivating charm, carried the weight of a tragic past, a burden that transformed his present. He would irrevocably change her world, and in time, she would find herself inexplicably drawn to him, falling in love with the very man who she believed can't love her back. This was a strange turn of events for Mariana, who had never known love before. Calum stirred within her a tempest of emotions: pain, turmoil, sorrow, joy, and ultimately, love. But fate had a cruel twist in store. He would love her, while she, bound by a heart that couldn't reciprocate, would be left to grapple with the consequences. Could they survive a war where bullets flew like rain, unscathed? Or would their connection fade, leaving them forever shattered? -Marysheilah

In modern America a teenage vampire/alien and four men's lives intersect into an ultimate reverse harem. Haunted by a past and a fascist ruler of her home planet, she battles her enemies to achieve her goals in life.

Following the world's greatest catastrophe, which nearly led to the apocalypse, the revelation of the ability to utilize magic was brought to light. With the globe entering a new era, an Academy specializing and entirely for ability users was established. At the academy, abilities are evaluated and ranked based on how they influence the world. Gleren, an F-rank student, covertly works for an organization that preserves global harmony and balance. A peace lover who would rather watch anime and play games than to do anything bothersome. But one day, with the arrival of Maria, the vampire princess, his peaceful life came crashing down. Maria the Last Vampire is a special existence for which she was constantly sought after. With danger always lurking about the Vampire Princess, Gleren Stasis—the F-ranked student at Saint Stella Academy—was tasked with protecting her at all costs without disclosing the truth about himself.

A girl had been locked away in a basement, her condition dire. Her wrists were tied with ropes, and her face reflected fear and exhaustion. Four men stood in the room, mocking her pain with twisted enjoyment. One of them laughed and said, “Don’t bother trying to escape, it’s impossible for you to get out of here.” Another added, “Let’s go outside for a smoke, leave her here to rot. We’ll be back in a while.” Laughing, the four men left the basement, shutting the door behind them. The girl quickly composed herself, determined to free herself from the ropes. After several moments of struggle, she finally loosened the bonds. Her hands and legs were badly bruised, but she ignored the pain and pushed forward. She slipped out of the basement and ran into the dark alley. Her torn gown fluttered in the cold night air, and her loose hair flew wildly behind her as she sprinted, her breath coming in sharp gasps. Despite the pain and fatigue, she didn’t stop. Silence surrounded her, except for the sound of her footsteps echoing in the night. Her body ached, but she kept going, her steps growing more desperate with every passing second. Eventually, she found herself at the edge of a dense forest. Through her blurred vision, she saw a river flowing ahead. There was a faint glimmer of hope in her eyes as she stumbled towards it. Kneeling by the water, she tried to drink, her hands shaking. But before she could take more than a few sips, her strength gave out, and she collapsed unconscious by the riverbank. Outside Mumbai – Edge of the Forest On the edge of this forest stood a grand cottage, owned by Abir Rajvansh. Abir Rajvansh – 30 years old, standing 6 feet 2 inches tall, with sharp features, a wheatish complexion, and a dark, commanding aura. On the surface, Abir appeared as a successful businessman, but deep down, his life was a storm of secrets. Cold and ruthless, Abir viewed the world as nothing more than a game to be played. His eyes always reflected a hidden hatred and anger, emotions he had buried deep within. The Personality of Abir Rajvansh Abir’s calm exterior hid a mind constantly at war. His past cast long shadows over his soul, making him indifferent to the emotions of others. To him, people were mere pawns, and those who dared to challenge him often found their lives reduced to ashes. He had never tasted defeat and knew how to erase his enemies in silence, leaving no trace behind. Abir had come to his cottage with a group of friends to celebrate his birthday. But their celebration was interrupted when one of his friends, who had gone near the river, discovered the unconscious girl lying there. Abir was informed immediately. He raised an eyebrow in surprise and said, “A girl? Out here, in this wilderness?” Questions filled his mind, but he knew something unusual was at play. When Abir saw the girl lying there, her lifeless face and disheveled state, he couldn’t take his eyes off her for a moment. There was a strange restlessness in his gaze that he didn’t quite understand. Without hesitation, he ordered his men to carry her inside the cottage. Now, the question loomed—who was this girl, and how had she ended up here? Abir was eager to uncover the truth, but something else stirred in his heart—an unfamiliar emotion that he couldn’t quite place.

At just 18, Claire Harper rocketed to stardom in Hollywood, becoming a household name and capturing the world attention with her talent and charm.Now, at 23, Claire return to her hometown after five long year, longing to connect with her roots and escaping from her glamourous life. Back home Claire encountered her old friends, who are now successful in their own life.She feel the warmth of familiar face but also feel some distance time placed between Among those people she meet someone she thought she never meet again- a person from the past who hold a special place in her heart.their unexpected reunion stir old emotions and unresolved feeling. But not every reunion is heartwarming.Claire also crossed path with the her former best friens, who she once trusted with her deepest secret.their friendship ended terrible,that time and fame could not heal them.Claire realised that returning home are not visit, but the journey through love, friendship and forgiveness. Wil Claire to able to reconcile with the ghost of he past , or will she find that some wounds are deep to be heal? this is the story of rediscovery , the bonds that hold us together, ant the power of second chance.

The story is about a traveller named Gilgamel from Earth who was born into a noble family. However, he ran away from home after years of mistreatment from other family members. During his escape, he met a travelling female fortune teller who guided him into the world of magic. Thanks to her, Gilgamel became a wizard and acquired a magical book that bestowed upon him various abilities, including the ability to recognize everything in the world. From that point on, Gilgamel's adventure in the realm of magic commenced.

In 2072, Kumojiro grew up in the estate of the esteemed Unryū Clan, until his parents, the clan's leaders, were murdered by a figure he remembers only as a vague silhouette. They lived in Cipher City, once known as New York. Kumojiro never could have predicted what would come next, nor could he have imagined the existence of Wonderworld, the reality where man's dreams bloom into reality.

Chu Xuan suddenly Transmigrated in horrible power level Novel. Where Chosen-one's are nothing more than weeds to harvest Luck Point or Treasure's , villian's are side character's. Normal people's are ant's ! Fate and destiny are playthings for Reincarnated Progenitor of Demonic Path, and Three Night-Omnipotent devouring Heavenly Dao Time to Time. This world water is deep with endless cospiracy's How our Main Character survive in This Ruthless world [ want to know read and support My work]

A young mechanic gets stuck in a black market city, fighting to survive under oppressive criminal powers. But darker entities than crime lords linger on the streets and she works to uncover what made the stranded city such a haunted place

WARNING: Mature Content. Winner of WPC #197 (Silver) The handmaiden's hurried footsteps can be heard in the hallway, followed by a loud slamming of the door. When we were finally left alone, Rin's calm voice can be heard, "I don't like that maid of yours, I will have to get you a new one within the week." I nodded, by this time I am used to having my handmaidens changed. He took the comb and started combing my hair, his dark eyes looking straight into my eyes, the sheer perfection of his face in contrast to my ever-plain-looking face. I looked away, I can't bear looking at it, it reminds me of the book that I'm in and how this is not a fairytale. He held me by the shoulders and asked in a cold voice, "Why do you look away? Is the idea of us still so intolerable for you?" I don't know how to answer him so I just nodded and bit my lower lip. He carried me to bed as he kissed my hair. Then, he laid me on the bed, his eyes boring through mine. "I hate that you are afraid of me, and that the idea of us is unacceptable to you. But right now, the only thing making you stay with me is fear of what I'd do if I lose you, I have no choice but to hold onto it. Forgive me Maru, I have no choice but to cherish the fear I have inflicted on you." He disrobed me, his calloused hands rough against my skin, feeling, touching, and leaving warmth where it landed. I winced every time his fingers land on a bruise, or on some of the fresh marks he placed there last night. "Do you want this?" he asked me as his fingers curled against my breasts, pinching one taut nipple after the other. I nodded, unable to deny under his skeptical gaze, I moaned in pleasure when his lips replaced his touch. His tongue licked on a pinkish bud and then sucked so very gently. "Tell me, any time you want me to stop, Maru. One word, that is all I need," he whispered and I blushed as I was reminded that I never stopped his assaults. I was powerless against my own needs, in the modern human world, it seems I am a submissive. And right here taking me in for another torturous night, is my dominant. I am married to Rin Saito, the most powerful monarch this world has ever seen, and I... I think I may have found my master in him. "Raise your hands for me, raise them above your head, and clasp them together," he whispered, his mouth barely an inch from my ear. I obliged, my body trembling from desire and fear combined, anticipating his next orders and feeling my body give in to his control. He took a silky rope he has been keeping on the drawers of the bedside table, and smiling, bounded up my wrists. "Tighter?" his sadistic smile made him a bit more benevolent in my eyes. I trembled from excitement as I nodded my head. He tightened my bind and leveled his head with mine, then he dipped his head, claiming my lips as I squirm helplessly against him. He opened my lips and slid his tongue inside my throat, my own saliva dripping down my neck. "Beautiful, my beautiful Maru," I heard him whisper as his hands continued to travel down, stroking and sliding gently down my skin until it reached my undergarments. "You shouldn't even bother with this, you know of my appetite. I told you not to wear them at night, my love, do you really want to be punished that badly?" I moaned, his lips curving in a proud smile. "I like it when you lose yourself in shameless pleasure. I like it when I can sully the princess and turn her into my queen," he claimed my lips more possessively.

About things that humans know but don't know

A fable passed down through ancient scriptures, a tale so extraordinary it seems drawn from fantasy itself. How has this fable survived the merciless wheel of Time, which erased even the existence of immortality, magic, and technology? Those who hold faith in these scriptures trust in the might of the one who spoke them. His name and face have faded into obscurity, but his parting words—a mere fourteen—echoed before he severed the fabric of space and vanished. These words endure without evidence, carried solely by belief: "Sooner or later, the world will wipe its tears when the Heavens-Will is forgotten once again." Hao Yan, born at the dawn of this era—will he fulfill destiny's call, or will he too be swept away by its tides?

“The Lord put a mark on Cain, so that no one who came upon him would kill him” ( Gen 4:15 ). Cain's existence had been one of perpetual wandering and toil ever since that fateful day when he took his brother's life. The curse condemned him to roam the earth, forever tainted by sin. Cain settled in a small coastal town, putting down roots and establishing a prosperous coffee farm. The work of tending to the land seemed to offer him a rare sense of purpose and stability, a chance to find some semblance of peace amidst the turmoil of his cursed existence. Yet, the restless spirit that had driven Cain for so long never truly left him. Deep within, a yearning persisted - a desperate need to reconnect with the remnants of his past. He found himself constantly searching, scouring the world for two precious artifacts: his mother Eve's canvas stand and the drawing desk he had once shared with his ill-fated brother, Abel.That is, until Cain encountered Arabella, the sister of his closest friend Noah. Arabella, who had her own story, shrouded in darkness. Cursed by a malicious immortal, uncontrollable hunger, confusion, and overwhelming emotions plagued her. Together, Cain and Arabella embarked on a quest to uncover the lost relics of his pasts. As they delved deeper into their search, they soon uncovered that the answers they sought were intertwined with a web of secrets, betrayal, and the very nature of their immortal existence.

"I regret only one thing in this world: letting you go." For five years Evelyn Wei was married to the man of her dreams, Shawn Cheng. They were the perfect power couple. He was the CEO and she was his Vice President. But one day he decided to end their relationship, romantically and professionally. For five years she gave this man everything that was good in her. But he tossed her aside like it was nothing. Now she vows to take back what is rightfully hers, but she won't do it alone. Business Tycoon, Jinhai Li has only one regret in his life: letting her go. He was her closest friend, her protector, but he had no choice but to let her go. Every day he has regret not telling her how he felt. Fate is giving them another chance and this time, he won't let her go. WARNING: Mature content and adult themes. DISCLAIMER: Content in this story is pure fiction. I do not own the cover, all rights go to the creator.

A king will be caged by their subjects, a noble will be caged by their dignity, and a peasant will be caged by their circumstances. But what will someone do if their cage, doesn't exist? Cover is not owned by me, if you are the owner and doesn't wish for your image to be used, then feel free to contact me and I will immediately take it down.

"When a mysterious outbreak ravages their world, a group of friends must rely on each other to stay alive. As they navigate the unknown, they discover that the greatest threats may not be the monsters outside, but the darkness within themselves. Can they hold on to hope, friendship, and their humanity in the face of unimaginable horrors?"

"Why doesn't death come in times like this!, why can't the earth swallow me already, I'm so worthless and useless, even a dead person is far better than me!".... WHISPERS OF THE HEART..a sweeping romance novel that chronicles the enduring love story of Jace and Lexa, two individuals from vastly different worlds who defy all odds to be together.

In a world teetering on the edge of light and darkness, Kaito Arashi is a young man burdened by a past he cannot escape. Stubborn and fiercely determined, he discovers he possesses devastating powers that could change everything. However, with great power comes great peril, as he finds himself pursued by the relentless Shizuma Tsukikage, an antagonist with deep ties to Kaito’s history. As Kaito embarks on a journey of self-discovery, he is joined by loyal friends like Riku, who provides support and humor amidst the chaos. Under the watchful eye of the enigmatic Tetsuya, Kaito learns to harness his abilities and confront his inner demons. With new allies emerging, he must navigate treacherous battles and emotional challenges while uncovering the truth about his powers. Where Shadows Break explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and personal growth as Kaito learns that to break free from the shadows of his past, he must embrace his true self. Will he rise to the occasion, or will darkness consume him? Join Kaito on this thrilling adventure as he battles to control his powers and protect those he loves. The journey begins now!

The moments where you felt your lowest, were there times that you felt like remaining on the ground was the best option. Well think again. Where there's a will, is a story about a teen that encounters a lot of challenges when all of a sudden, everything is taken from here. She learns discipline and love and she discovers that life was so much more than being on the ground and allowing challenges to keep one down. She develops determination and will and climbs to the top.

I gazed up into the bright blue sky. It was supposed to be a normal day like any other... So why when I look at the supposedly normal sky, was there a large black rift cutting through the bright blue? When Earth is invaded by a mana-wielding race known as the Lacerta, desperate to escape their own dying realm. Humanity must adapt if they want to survive this deadly struggle... Suddenly talented humans discovered that they started gaining powers. Some could wield fire, some could wield ice, some could wield wisdom, some could wield words. With these newfound powers Earth united under one banner and began to fight back. After some years these powers were given a source... 'Ichor'. This story follows Jin, a normal boy from a middle class family that is suddenly thrust into a life where talent for wielding 'Ichor', the blood of the dead gods, means everything. Come along as Jin discovers his own powers while wielding 'Ichor', and attempts to discover more about why 'Ichor' was brought into their world by the mysterious dead gods. What was their purpose? Will humanity survive the looming invasion of the Lacerta?

Bella Rodriguez and Lucas Knight who were childhood sweethearts, are tricked into an arranged marriage against their will. Lucas is deeply resentful of Bella's family and holds them responsible for the financial collapse of his own family. Oliver Grant, a rival businessman, has been secretly fanning their family feud for years, and neither of them is aware of this as Bella and Lucas struggle to maintain their marriage for public appearances

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Bella is a sweet girl from Earth. After an incident, she is transported to the world of Erythune, a parallel universe to Earth that is full of magic. But soon Bella is caught up in a whirlwind of chaos. Now she must step up to the plate of being the child of the gods, a hero who must defeat the evil goddess Velrithia and her army of darkness. Can Bella with the help of her new friends fulfill her supposed destiny?

The story begins with the Celestials launching a major offensive against the Abyssians in a valley known as the Vale of Shadows. During a fierce skirmish, Lyra finds herself separated from her unit. In the chaos, she stumbles into a hidden glade, where she encounters Kaelith, who is equally lost amidst the battle. Initially, the two women view each other as enemies, their instincts driving them to fight. However, as they clash, they realize they are equally matched. In a moment of unexpected vulnerability, they draw back, sensing the deep weariness that accompanies their endless war.

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