Jury Duty

I don't want any fame. I only want to enjoy this second life because my chance of getting to the afterlife is taken away. I will perform my duty to the Goddess who beg for my life and destroy all the Dungeons in this world. However, why do people think that I have already destroyed the dungeon?! I do not destroy them! I only conquer a mirror version of it! What?! How do you know that I destroy that dungeon?! Huh?! My achievement is broadcasted throughout the world?!

Moulded from rot and souls, Loimos is born as an undead, as a skeleton. An undead linked to the weakest category of its kind, yet, he has something no other of the dead have. He is pure. Follow the journey of Loimos as he fulfils his duty and hunts down the living with extreme prejudice and faces off with the hypocrisy of those who live in death. In a world thriving with life, magic and heroes, he stands as the solution and its end.

Almost five thousand years ago, Selene was the strongest kingdom in the universe, ruled by Cyrus Sol Selene. Rumours had it that he killed his father to take over the throne. Everybody bowed down at his shadow's mere presence. Everyone except her. Nila, the overlooked daughter of King Veer, was nothing more than a pawn in her father’s desperate gamble to save his crumbling kingdom. Offered as a sacrifice to the notorious king, she was thrust into a marriage forged by fear and power. Bound to a man as dangerous as he is captivating, Nila must navigate a court of shadows, secrets, and blood. Will she find a way to escape the grasp of the werewolf king, or will she fall into his arms? As they navigate through life, Cyrus and Nila are pulled together and apart by fate. What will they choose? Duty or Love? Filled with action, heartache, and quiet moments of connection, this story is about love, loss, and the courage to embrace the unknown.

"Linda, as the only child of your mother's, my first child and heir of the family, it is your duty to make sure that our family name continues. I am giving you 30 days to find a suitor or you will lose your inheritance and your mother's gallery will be sold off", said Lilly King, Linda's grandmother. "The mission was clear: "Find a man or die", okay die, is a bit dramatic but for me finding a husband was like a game of death, should I join a dating site? go on a dating show?" This story follows Linda King as she fights to keep what is hers and time is not on her side. Will she succeed?

The contract says she can’t share his bed, but nothing stops him from getting into hers… * Rain Clayton’s life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers she’s suddenly married to a billionaire named Alexander Lancaster, a powerful and dangerously captivating man who wants their marriage over before it even begins... Raised by a family that never cared for her and desperate to avoid a twisted arranged marriage, Rain seizes this unexpected twist of fate. Her new husband might be a cold-hearted billionaire, but he's her only escape. Yet Alexander demands a swift divorce. Refusing to lose her one chance at freedom, Rain strikes a risky bargain to keep their marriage alive, even if it means playing by Alexander’s rules. She just has to convince him to want her around… FOREVER. Weeks into their unexpected arrangement, Rain begins to see through Alexander’s icy exterior. But one night, she’s taken by surprise. “What are you doing?” Rain burst out, eyes wide as Alexander casually slid into her bed. “Performing husbandly duties,” he smirked. “You can’t stay here! It’s against the contract!” “I’m not breaking it,” Alexander said with a shrug. “The contract specifies that you’ll fulfill all wifely duties, excluding sharing my bed. It doesn’t say anything about me not performing husbandly duties, including sharing your bed.” The situation had shifted, and it seemed like she was no longer the only one in control... [Warning: r18+/strong mature & sexual content]

°MATURE AUDIENCES• He carried me, my legs wrapped around his waist, while my back rested against the wall. I loved this position when he gave it to me. I thought he was an ordinary man. I thought that since I had already tasted his touch, the dreams of our intimacy always haunting me, I could own him. Finally, as a goddess, I believed I could enjoy myself freely this time, get lost in pleasure, which I could finally savor. I wanted him for myself alone, my personal treasure. But then I began to fall for him. A treasure I thought I could use and discard at will became something I couldn't go a day without. His presence became my weak point, my doom and yet, I couldn't help but embrace him. __________ "They all deserve to die a terrible death." These were the words of the goddess of revenge when the anguished cries of a woman, a victim of relentless domestic violence reached her divine ears. Bound by her sacred duties and forced to wait for the souls of the guilty men to return for judgment, the goddess was patient. For thousands of years, she waited. And when the time came, she descended into the mortal world, inhabiting the body of a young billionaire to exact her divine punishment. Victory was a certainty for her. She had always prevailed, delivering justice to those who deserved it. But this time, her task proved unexpectedly complex. Living under the same roof with her husbands after signing a marriage deal, one of them proved to be no ordinary man. Tristan D'Leon, a vampire, a creature born from the depths of hell, carrying his own mysterious burdens and duties. Their fates intertwined, both driven by obligations they could not ignore. Yet, as time passed, something unthinkable began to take root: love. For Jade, whose purpose was to mete out divine punishment, falling for a millennia-old vampire was unthinkable. Why him? Why now? This was not her first time walking the earth, so why had the will of heaven suddenly shifted? As Jade navigated the complexities of her mission and her growing feelings for Tristan, she couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss. The goddess of revenge, known for her unwavering dedication to justice, was now faced with a daunting question: could she truly fulfill her duty when her heart was no longer aligned with her purpose?

~~~WSA 2025~~~ ... [ Every being harbors malice deep within their soul. [ Although they tried their best to hide the malice, it's undeniable that it exists. The more the life forms suppressed their malice, the more scarier the malice was when it was released... [ As time passed by, although most life forms managed to suppress their malice, the malice within them, instead of decreasing, actually began to accumulate. Breaking through the critical point as they soon transformed into something; hence, an entity worse than the devil itself was born.] [ ... ] [ As a new Chaos Awakener, your sole duty was to eliminate "Malice". Preventing malice from accumulating energy and reaching the critical point, reasoning for a door to open between the two worlds.] [ ... ] [ Note: Upon accepting the task, you would no longer be able to escape your destiny. Please choose wisely! ]

They say flowers bloom in the harshest places, but I never expected to find myself blooming alongside Chou Mizuno—a reckless, infuriating whirlwind who somehow became my partner. In a world where flowers carry secrets and missions blur the line between duty and desire, she makes me question everything I thought I knew. This is our story—a tale of trust, friendship, and something that might just be love. They say flowers bloom in the harshest places, but I never expected to find myself blooming alongside Chou Mizuno—a reckless, infuriating whirlwind who somehow became my partner. In a world where flowers carry secrets and missions blur the line between duty and desire, she makes me question everything I thought I knew. This is our story—a tale of trust, friendship, and something that might just be love.

“In a world divided by wealth and deceit, the only thing that remains unchanged is love.” Olivia Hart is trapped in an engagement to Lucas Blackwell, a man she doesn’t love. Her heart belongs to Ethan Bennett, a man from her past she’s never forgotten. As secrets unravel and old wounds resurface, can Ethan and Olivia overcome the obstacles of betrayal and family loyalty? Or will Lucas’s obsession tear them apart forever? In the battle between love and revenge, Olivia must choose: follow her heart, or stay locked in a life of duty and deception.

Late in the year 574, the Arkonian Empire undergoes an internal crisis caused by the dispute between the Senate and the nation's leaders. Philipart faces an internal conflict, torn between his love for his wife and his duty to his homeland. Meanwhile, Arcadio confronts the man responsible for his downfall as emperor. Together, they must fight to preserve what their ancestors built with the shedding of blood.

Vanessa Chen was killed by a terrifying enemy who had seemingly morphed out of nowhere and started to massacre the lives of humans on earth. As one of the seven Sages with elemental powers, it was her duty to stop the enemy. But what happens when the enemy is actually beyond their comprehension? What happens when the enemy possesses boundless power? Vanessa was ruthlessly killed and every other lives on earth were either killed or captured. But then, a hundred century later. Vanessa Chen was reincarnated as Samara Hialli, at first with a weak body. But then, she realized that this same weak body of hers possessed limitless potentials. She quickly cultivated until she broke pass every limits. Now, she seeks revenge! However after revenge, her son was bestowed the power of heaven itself.

"TAKE YOUR SHIRT OFF…NOW!!" Zara commanded Erythian in anger as her eyes turn blood red. he didn't see it coming and his face is flushed with shock.. "WHAT? ZAR-" he asked before Zara interrupts. "if I have to ask again...I WILL DO IT MYSELF" Zara is unrelenting. Does Eythian comply? Imagine dying and becoming the queen of a kingdom in uproar and also falling in love with two men, one of which is dangerous and must not be loved…all in one day? Zara...scratch that, Queen Lysandra has got a lot work cut out for her. When Zara placed her trembling hands on the assassin’s wounded chest, she wasn’t prepared for the force that gripped her mind. Her own hands betrayed her, snatching a dagger from her court lady and pointing it at his throat. “Who sent you?” she demanded, her voice not her own. But the assassin stayed silent, and just as quickly, the force released her. Gasping for air, Zara collapsed—only to use her fading strength to heal the man who had tried to kill her. Zara, a modern woman who died in a car crash, doesn’t belong here at all. she woke up in Queen Lysandra’s body—a fragile ruler with strange powers and enemies in every shadow. Queen Lysandra is betrothed to the calm and charming King Erythian, Zara finds herself drawn to his warmth and steady devotion it is her duty to marry Erythian as it would help calm the political ctension arising in calithea; but duty is complicated by Alaric, a dangerous warlord, his violent aura should terrify her and yet they don’t, instead they cause her to be intrigued by him. His warnings pull her deeper into a game she doesn’t understand, where he’s both her enemy and something far more dangerous. The lines between love and duty are blurred and Zara must navigate threats that come from outside the kingdom and from within herself. As she is taken further into a world of secrets. Will Zara honor Queen Lysandra`s duty to the crown and her people, or will she risk it all to follow the desires of her heart?

Prince Xyrus of Feron and Princess Valencia of Pherr are forced into a marriage to unite their warring kingdoms. Xyrus, a stoic and duty-bound heir, sees the union as a necessary sacrifice, while Valencia, a fiery and rebellious princess, views it as a prison. From a loveless wedding to clashing in the palace, their animosity is undeniable. But as they navigate court politics and an assassination attempt, their hatred begins to crack. Valencia discovers Xyrus’s hidden passion for music, and Xyrus admires her fierce loyalty to her people. Just as they start to fall for each other, a betrayal threatens to tear them apart. I am uploading this book to royal road as well.

A century ago, a catastrophic meteor strike shattered humanity's foundations, leaving Earth’s future hanging by a thread. In its aftermath, the enigmatic Hourglass emerged, counting down the planet's remaining time. To reset the clock and extend Earth's lifespan, humanity’s champions must battle in the brutal intergalactic Battle of Planets. Tyson Roger, a young Ranger equipped with cutting-edge metabot technology, bears the heavy weight of this responsibility. Struggling to reconcile his duty with personal vengeance, Tyson must fight not just for Earth’s survival but to carve his legacy in a galaxy where only the strongest endure.

The first thing Nyell did when he met his destined mate was try to punch him in the face. Why did it have to be the chief of that darned tribe? He hated his guts before meeting him, and he still hated his guts after meeting him. But as destiny would have it, this man asked for him in exchange for helping solve the disappearances plaguing Nyell’s village. As the chief’s son, Nyell took his duty of protecting his people to heart, and though it pissed him off, he accepted to become his. Now, it was only a matter of time before ending the serial disappearances and another before falling in love. Or not.

When Julia's home village was slaughtered before his eyes, and he was next, a soldier rescued him, saving his life. But this did not come without consequence. Julia suffered a life-altering ailment, and was struck with a curse, that would haunt him until he fulfilled his duty; to kill the man who saved his life. Julia spends the next ten years desperately searching for the soldier. However, his goal is not to kill him. Instead, he hopes to prove the vengeful spirits wrong, showing them that their anger is misplaced, seeking to removing the curse.

A guinea pig in a scientific experiment, I must now satisfy the duties of a samurai—and all the women in my household.

Twin siblings how die in the line of duty in their first life. And they are reincarnated in another world magic.

This is more of a one shot chapter. im thinking about writing more of this story, but as of right now, its slow going. === War. its the one thing that will never fade. Thalion has seen enough war for multiple lifetimes, but as the Champion of his Goddess, Valrava, he is the living incarnation of his Goddesses will. And now, he must once more fulfill his duty as the Champion of War.

Frank, a mercenary known for his cold ruthlessness, decides it’s time to leave the bloody world of the underworld behind. But the underworld has no plans of letting him go. Relentless enemies from his violent past keep hunting him, and eventually, they succeed—Frank is killed. But fate has other plans. Instead of staying dead, he is mysteriously reincarnated into the body of a cop in a world filled with crime, corruption, and dark secrets. With the help of a strange, all-knowing system, Frank is given the chance to live again—this time, to prevent crime before it happens.

“A surprise?” The Prince scoffed. “And if I had died out there? You would have let me die as a prince who never knew his daughter existed.” Her smile didn’t falter. “I’m grateful you didn’t. So, my surprise still worked. And more than that, I suppose I got a surprise too… about your new arranged marriage, Your Grace.” Her nails pressed into her palms through the crumpled fabric of the handkerchief. She wouldn’t let herself crumble. Not now. Not after everything. She vowed to hold her composure—as the lady of the castle, the Marchioness of Ravenswood. === Duty over Desire. That was the mindset Elara Damaryon had set for herself when she accepted the marriage offer from the Prince who lived in the shadows of Valloria Kingdom. Coming from a disgraced baron’s family, Elara dedicated herself to becoming a worthy wife and the respected lady of Ravenswood Castle for the past four years. She worked tirelessly to remain devoted to the Prince, even though they had shared only one passionate night before he left for a war that would last four long years. After the long, gruelling battle, the Prince’s return as a hero turned into agony for Elara when he was bound by Royal Decree to enter an alliance marriage with a warrior princess. Vain would be an understatement for the disdain she felt. She refused to shatter into the broken mirror of her former self. In a kingdom where fate is whispered through ancient spells and the Moon Goddess watches in silence, Elara, once certain the goddess had forsaken her, must uncover the blessing veiled beneath her suffering. What she once saw as duty has become an undeniable desire. She must protect her legacy—not just as a mother, but as a woman who’s discovering more about her own power. Will she uphold her duty to protect what matters most, or will her desire awaken a force she never dared to dream of—perhaps, love? === [WARNING MATURE CONTENT 18+] WebNovel Spirity Awards 2025 Entry

Dew had a near death experience after battling with brain tumor but then a miracle happened and he survived but that left him as a different person. Dew developed the ability to see and change the future especially if someone is about to die, this would only work if he was able to change the person's fate or change the scenes that happened before the person died. Unlike others who he could only save once he meets Miles, a mafia gang leader who he constantly has to change his fate from death. But what started as just doing his duty changed to must protect. The more Miles was in danger of dying the more Dew felt the need to protect him, the more they grew closer.

Transported into her beloved novel, Maya, a die-hard fan, expected to save the dashing hero, only to discover he's the villain. Now entangled in a deadly game, she's forced to choose between her growing affection for him and her duty. He leans closer, his eyes gleaming, "You've played your part well, little bird. But the game has just begun." "This isn't a game, Shesha," she replies, her voice bold, "It's a war. And I intend to win." Torn between love and duty, Maya must unravel a web of deceit, where enemies disguise themselves as lovers, and every choice could shatter the fragile peace.

On the day of a wedding meant to unite two powerful families, Elena Voss stands in as a substitute bride, bound by desperation and a contract she can’t refuse. But when the real bride crashes the ceremony, chaos erupts, leaving Elena humiliated and running from the life she never wanted. Liam Astor, the cold and calculating heir to a billion-dollar empire, finds himself torn between duty, loyalty, and an inexplicable pull toward the woman who was never meant to be his bride. As secrets unravel and hidden motives come to light, their worlds collide in an emotional storm of betrayal, passion, and redemption. In a tale of love and power, where every choice comes at a cost, can two hearts find solace in a world built on lies?

Khal Valrath was a name that inspired fear, respect, and silence. A general who lived for duty and sacrificed everything else. His victories were countless, but so were the bodies left in his wake. His death should have been the end—a fitting punishment for a man with nothing left to lose. But it wasn't. He’s back, thrown into a past that reeks of regret and blood. A past that refuses to let go. The ghosts he thought buried haunt him still, their voices louder, their weight heavier. He wants to fix it, to make things right. But how do you save a world when duty still feels like chains, and redemption tastes like ash in your mouth? And worse—what if you can’t even save yourself?

In a realm teetering on the edge of life and death stands Sebastian van Mortem, an immortal Grim Reaper inside a timeless castle, where he learns that his emotions might be his greatest adversary. Assigned to watch over Alice, a cheerful mortal girl wearing a mysterious amethyst necklace, Sebastian finds himself drawn to her despite his resolve. As Alice immerses herself in Sebastian's cold, shadowed world, she begins to dismantle the walls he has built around his eternal heart. With her end growing closer, Sebastian struggles between his duty as a Grim Reaper and the unexpected feelings she awakens within him.

Léonard Dumont, a 16-year-old French teenager and geek of the SCP Foundation's myths, one day receives a notification on his computer from the SCP Foundation Management System. His duty is to build the SCP Foundation has The Administrator of the Foundation. This story is a mix of several canons of the Foundation. Mix everything with our own real world to add a weight of realism to all this. This is my very first story, I hope you will enjoy it and I am open to all criticism and comments.

“The time has come for me to take up my responsibilities as heir to the Lu-on estate. It turns out family politics is a lot more complicated than I thought” Felix Lu-on is the son of a nobleman. As he ages, he finds himself closer and closer to his fate being sealed. There’s so much to discover and learn about in this world full of magic and monsters and yet he can’t shy away from his duties as a future nobleman. What will happen from now on?

In "The Fairy King," Soren Hale awakens in a desolate, barren forest, bewildered to find himself transformed into a fairy, the first of his species to exist. His journey unfolds amidst a world where magic and nature intertwine seamlessly. Blessed with the ability to harness mana and command the elements, Soren discovers a profound connection to a realm he now rules. Guided by empathy and driven by a sense of duty, he embarks on a quest to heal the land scarred by mysterious forces and protect it from looming threats. Story also on RoyalRoad

In the neon-lit streets of futuristic Neo-Tokyo, Rei Kuroda, a haunted bounty hunter, and Aiko Saito, a skilled hacker with ties to a powerful corporation, cross paths in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Once lovers torn apart by a devastating war, they now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict that threatens to unravel the city’s delicate balance of power. As they are forced to confront their past, their rekindled feelings complicate their missions, drawing them into a high-stakes battle against a rogue AI and the dark forces controlling Neo-Tokyo. With every encounter, the line between love and duty blurs, leading them to a final confrontation where they must decide whether to protect the world they once knew or to forge a new future together. Neon Sakura is a gripping tale of romance, action, and redemption, set in a world where technology and humanity collide.