Retsu Kaioh Walking Behind

At a prestigious university in New York, psychology major Lena Hartley meets William Langston, a charismatic and sophisticated star of the art department. With his poetic charm and perfect manners, William seems like he stepped straight out of a romance novel. It doesn’t take long before Lena falls head over heels—and slowly opens up every part of herself to him. But the deeper she falls, the more suffocated she feels. Beneath William’s gentle exterior lies quiet control—he isolates her from others, monitors her phone, and dictates her social life. “I’m only doing this because I care,” he says with that ever-so-gentle smile. Just as Lena prepares to end the relationship, she discovers she’s pregnant. William is ecstatic. He promises to change, and for a while, their fragile relationship finds new peace. But it’s only the beginning of something far darker. After a sudden and suspicious miscarriage, William insists Lena "recover" at a secluded countryside estate. When she wakes up, she’s locked inside. He tells her, “This is our home now. I’m protecting you—from the world.” To everyone else, Lena is on a sabbatical abroad, grieving the loss of her child. In reality, she’s disappeared without a trace. During her captivity, Lena discovers the horrifying truth—William suffers from dissociative identity disorder, and she’s not the first person he’s tried to "love." Meanwhile, her aloof future stepbrother Sebastian has been quietly investigating William’s past, driven by a mysterious grudge that links the two men in ways Lena never imagined. When the truth is finally revealed, Lena realizes she didn’t meet William by chance. She was chosen—carefully, deliberately, and long before she ever knew his name. And the one man she never thought would save her… might be her only chance at freedom— and maybe even love.

"Behind Husbands' Back" delves into the captivating tale of Sophia, a young woman caught between the intricacies of an arranged marriage and the allure of a clandestine love affair. Enter Levon Easton, a successful businessman whose dual nature keeps Sophia questioning the true essence of the man she now calls husband. As Sophia reluctantly steps into the world of Levon, she discovers the stark contrast between the warmth of their mornings and the formality of his daytime responsibilities. Levon's demanding career leaves Sophia yearning for emotional connection, pushing her into the arms of Dave, a past lover who reenters her life with promises of passion and spontaneity. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a grand mansion, where opulence meets hidden desires. Sophia's journey becomes a delicate dance between duty and desire, as Levon's commitment to his career and moments of unexpected tenderness keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story weaves through grand weddings, intimate moments, and secretive rendezvous, inviting readers to explore the complexities of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of genuine connection. "Behind Husbands' Back" paints a vivid picture of relationships in the midst of societal expectations, showcasing the challenges and surprises that come when the heart seeks its own path. With relatable characters and easy-to-follow prose, "Behind Husbands' Back" is a page-turner that captures the essence of human experience. Sophia's journey mirrors the intricate dance of relationships, where choices are as unpredictable as the heart's desires. Join Sophia as she unravels the mysteries of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery in a narrative that balances grandeur with intimate struggles. "Behind Husbands' Back" invites readers to peer into the human soul, where the unexpected twists of fate shape the course of lives and love.

Collin East is a talent agent barely scraping by in the tough world of Hollywood. He’s average, has average clients, average luck, and an average career that has no clear direction. Until one morning, everything changes. Collin wakes up with a bizarre and unbelievable power. He can see floating words above people's heads. Words that reveal true and innate talents. “Romance Box Office Hit Actor,” “Master Director Of Comedy,” “Talk Show King,” “Olympic Gold Sprinter.” Suddenly, the nobodies around him shine with potential only he can see. Armed with this supernatural insight, Collin sets out to transform the entertainment industry from the inside out. He discovered an aspiring actor flipping pizzas, an unknown director with a vision that could make everyone laugh, a singer on a subway platform who could top the Billboard 100.

“Even if I lose my memories, my name, even myself... I will find you again.” Reiji once lived a life ruled by apathy—using others, destroying lives, and leaving behind nothing but broken pieces. But when the one person who truly cared for him became collateral in his schemes, her last words haunted him into death… and beyond. Cast into a purgatory between lives, Reiji faces the echoes of every soul he has hurt. In this darkness, a voice offers him a chance—not of forgiveness, but of redemption. Reborn in a quiet, strange world, Reiji meets a mysterious girl named Mina. She knows things she shouldn’t. She speaks without judgment. And somehow… she feels familiar. As fragments of past lives emerge and old sins resurface, Reiji must decide: Will he repeat the cycle of destruction, or will he finally learn what it means to live—and love? A Japanese reincarnation fantasy blending soul-deep sorrow, quiet redemption, and the unbreakable bond between two wandering spirits. From a Japanese author. A story where karma, memory, and fate intertwine.

I woke up in a cold, prison cell injured and with no memories, only the echo of a name I couldn't place and a pair of storm-dark eyes, haunting my dreams. He told me that I am his queen. That I belonged to him. King Vesperian, the enigmatic king with a smile like sin and a gaze that unraveled me. He pulled me from the shadows and draped me in silks and jewels, swearing I was safe, cherished… loved. But if I was his, why did it feel like I was being watched, studied, played? In a palace wrapped in beauty and secrets, I walk the line between fantasy and fear, drawn to a husband who feels like both protector and captor. The court whispers, the walls close in, and with every fleeting memory that returns, I’m forced to wonder: is this a second chance at love—or the beginning of a dangerous game I already lost once?

After a cold-blooded mission that left the Brooks household soaked in silence and smoke, Graygun stood amidst the ruin, his pistol still warm from the kill. The contract had been simple-eliminate every last member of the Brooks family. And yet, as he stared into the tear-streaked eyes of the youngest, a boy no older than eighteen, something faltered inside him. Perhaps it was pity. Perhaps it was the ghost of a soul he thought long buried. Whatever it was, Graygun let the boy live. He walked away, unaware that in sparing Aaron Brooks, he had planted the seed of his own destruction.

Asiya never expected her quiet life to collide with global fame. But when she travels to Korea and Kian - a foreign idol- ends up at her door, everything shifts. What begins as a tense encounter slowly unfolds into a delicate connection between two people from different worlds, cultures, and lives. Amid secrets, watchful cousins, and the glare of fame, a silent bond begins to form - fragile, hidden, yet impossible to ignore. A tender story about distance, identity, and a love that grows where no one was looking.

A King of the Fall light novel An institution has emerged in the Southern Kingdom at Ediba Village, promising treatment for Fallen corruption in humans, a feat only the Divine families have ever achieved. Its mysterious founder, Jimoh Lawal, claims to be a scholar with revolutionary methods. With suspicions rising, the Divine families begin to question the true purpose behind the facility. Major Obika is sent to represent his Master whose close friend, the village chief, helped secure the land for the institution. But as tensions stir beneath the celebration, Major Obika begins to sense that something darker lies... behind the Confluence.

Coming back from London as a well known psychologist, Zhao Wenli couldn't hold her joy for not seeing her family for 20 years after being separated from them when she was just 3 years old in her mind, she only knows of how her parents looked like from the photo her parents gave her, on her way to the airport. she didn't loath them but couldn't help to feel the love of Parenthood. life could only feel unfair when her father's closet friend's son framed them of embezzlement of funds and many illicit activities, made her to forcefully lay force threats on the already unbeatable son, Hua Wudi. in the almost quest for survival after realizing her mistake, met her tragic death. just a few days to her arrival from London, she met her end. "if I had known of my fate, I would rather not return and miss my parents unconditionally in London" she muttered as she breathe her last. The heavens heard her silent prayer and transmigrated her to a world of cold war and unequal cultivations which she never thought of being in one. There, she met Hua Wudi as the unbeatable leader. remembering her tragic fate in her past life, decides to avoid him. but fate already has other plans for her. Just because of the one single silent prayer. Heavens didn't grant her prayers but made it worst for her, either that she makes her a life living hell or, a better place for living. in anyway, the ball is now in her court.

She smiles like everything is perfect. But behind that smile... is a girl quietly breaking. Eliana Benjamin lives her life like a puppet — saying yes when she wants to scream no, obeying rules that strangle her dreams. Her parents decide everything for her: what to wear, where to go, and even how to breathe. But inside? She's not the quiet girl everyone thinks she is. With her sarcastic inner voice, rare rebellious moments with friends, and one unexpected viral video, Eliana's carefully controlled world starts to crack. And then there's Hendrix Parker — the blind date she was supposed to ruin… but accidentally knew. He remembers her. She doesn’t. Or maybe she’s just not ready to. Behind the Perfect Smile is a romantic comedy with a twist of mystery, humor, and heartache. Watch Eliana’s messy, beautiful journey as she learns to say no... and maybe even yes to love.

In the gritty streets of Kallzara, a small wayside town where light barely touches the alleys, Revan Sorna survives by his wits—and by magic long forbidden. With the help of a shadowy tome found in forgotten ruins beneath the city, Revan can summon shadows to deceive and distract, but such power comes with a price: shadows cannot be created from nothing, and his own is lazy and stubborn, testing his patience at every turn. Revan’s partner in crime, Cassie, is a clever con artist with a talent for ice magic and a convincing lost-girl act. Together, they make a perfect team, surviving by picking pockets, pulling cons, and running from those who would see their kind dead or worse. Tonight’s target is an easy mark: a drunken sailor leaving The Golden Pig tavern. But when Revan’s swift theft is interrupted by a brutal punch, the simple job spirals into something far more dangerous—and far more personal. As dark secrets from the ruins threaten to surface and enemies close in, Revan and Cassie must rely on their skills, their magic, and each other to survive. But in a town where shadow magic is heresy and trust is a currency rarer than gold, survival might just mean losing everything.

Elena Hart was only twelve when her father died, leaving her mother to raise her alone in a crumbling town called Maplebridge. Life was hard, but Elena had dreams and her mother’s quiet strength to push her forward. When her mother is later diagnosed with breast cancer and dies during Elena’s first year of university, she is left truly alone. Betrayed by relatives, surrounded by half-siblings who never truly knew her, and struggling to stay afloat, Elena finds shelter in unexpected places from a misunderstood math teacher to her late mother’s best friend, and finally, a mysterious older man who offers to sponsor her graduate studies abroad. But trust, fear, and the weight of gossip threaten to drown her before she even begins. The Girl Who Was Left Behind is a sweeping, emotional coming-of-age tale about grief, resilience, and finding light in the most unexpected people.

In 1972, a groundbreaking discovery by Herbert Boyer and Stanley Cohen in genetic engineering, where they created the first transgenic organisms by inserting a resistance gene into an E. coli plasmid, sparked both immense scientific excitement and public backlash. While many hailed it as a monumental step forward, others protested, fearing humanity was "playing God." Amidst this controversy, Jeremy Karlson, a renowned paleontologist, recognized the profound potential of Boyer and Cohen's work. He saw it as a means to achieve something unprecedented: bringing dinosaurs back to life. Jeremy, accompanied by his wealthy step-brother Jake, who offered to fully fund the ambitious project, met with Boyer and Cohen. Jeremy revealed that during an expedition in Alaska, his team had discovered a perfectly preserved, 17,000-year-old juvenile dire wolf with intact organs, from which they successfully extracted degraded DNA. He believed that with Boyer and Cohen's expertise in transgenic technology, they could use this DNA, and by extension, potentially dinosaur DNA, to resurrect extinct creatures. Initially hesitant and skeptical of the audacious proposition, Boyer and Cohen were eventually swayed by Jeremy's unwavering confidence and the sheer magnitude of the idea. With Jake's financial backing and Jeremy's bold vision, they agreed to collaborate. The project, estimated to take four to five years, aimed to apply the nascent field of genetic engineering to the realm of paleontology, promising to reshape the world in an unimaginable way. As they left, Jeremy mused that when their success became public, the world would be irrevocably divided.

In a world where people is dominated by magic and enchantments, Mary, a daughter of both powerful hero born with no special abilities. Contented to her life, she dreams of something. She suddenly ignites between light and darkness turning her life upside-down.

At home, he’s the quiet one no one notices. At school, he’s the last member of a dying Fantasy Club. The only person who ever understood him was his grandfather, who shared his love for magical stories before passing away and leaving behind a silent house and a lonely heart. But everything changes when Chen discovers a strange wooden book tucked behind a dusty shelf. One splinter and one key later, he finds himself inside the Tree Tavern: a hidden, otherworldly city nestled inside a god-sized tree that exists outside of time

He opened his eyes in a world not his own. A child in an orphanage on a forgotten hill—quiet, distant, and far too composed for his age—he spends his days watching the town from above, waiting for something he cannot name. Born into this world with the memories of another, Rowe recalls cities of steel and flickering lights— but nothing of who he was, or how that life came undone. As the days drift by in hushed repetition, he mimics the world to blend in, while a deeper longing stirs beneath his silence: the desire to understand where he is… and why. And yet, something in him moves the world. People are drawn to him. Strange things begin to stir. Danger nears—but never touches. And within him, something begins to awaken—slowly, like the turning of stars. To others, he is simply one of the many nameless orphans left behind. But beneath that calm, unreadable face lies a forgotten name, a history erased. This is neither a tale of prophecy foretold nor that of a fate destined. Not a chosen hero’s rise or a villain's demise. It is the quiet unraveling of a boy trying to feel real—feel alive A child who slipped through fate’s fingers… and began to walk again. (Some excerpts from future^=^) “Don’t go there, move… it’s not safe,” Rowe warned, not out of panic, but habit—like he’d known what would happen if not stopped. Annora stands alone under the blanket of the clear dark starry sky. The wind tugged at her cloak as she prayed, “If you’re out there, please... find your way home, Isenor. Please, come back to me…” She had said it so many times, the stars seemed ready to answer. The air shifted as boots hit stone. A voice called out, clear and firm, “Enough waiting. Positions, everyone. Today marks a new beginning—we confer knightage on to the next generation.” declared Abel Time forgets many things. But not the ones still meant to be found...Let's walk the journey along with this curious soul

Behind Silent Walls In a world where power hides in shadow and betrayal lurks behind every smile, Elliot Montclair is a man who clawed his way into wealth and influence—through poison, forged wills, and cold calculation. Once an outsider, now the master of a silent empire built on secrets, Elliot’s carefully constructed life begins to unravel as enemies close in and past sins threaten to resurface. Haunted by his dark deeds and locked behind walls of silence, Elliot must navigate a treacherous game of loyalty and deception where trust is the rarest currency—and the price of failure is death.

A charity gala in New York City. She was dragged there by a friend. He's the billionaire guest of honor. Neither knew the other will be there. Sparks fly _not the sweet kind,at least not at first........ After six years of silence, Sienna walks back into a ballroom_ and into the arms of one man she swore she'd never face again. But closure is a lie and so is the belief that time heals everything. As secrets resurface and old wounds reopen, Sienna and Damian are forced to confront the love they left behind and the truth they never dared to face.

Maplewood Hostel had always been a place of friendship, laughter, and late-night talks. For six best friends, it was their home away from home. But as the new school year begins, an unsettling feeling lingers in the air. Strange occurrences, forgotten whispers, and unanswered questions begin to surface. Some names are remembered, some are lost to time—but one name was never meant to be left behind.

Martin thought being falsely accused of murder was the worst thing that could happen — until he met Evelyn, a brilliant but disgraced detective known for her “crazy” conspiracy theories. Desperate to clear his name, Martin teams up with Evelyn to uncover the truth behind a mysterious civilian’s death. What they find is far more terrifying than either of them expected: not just one serial killer… but several — working in the shadows, connected by a dark secret. Now, hunted by the very killers they’re trying to expose, Martin and Evelyn must race against time to solve the puzzle — before they become the next victims.

> "Well, child… I am not a leader." My breath caught. Then, just as suddenly, Aunt Simone appeared by my side. "My dear, you need not be frightened," Diane whispered, holding my hands. She muttered words again—and Aunt Simone vanished. Ashely had always dreamed of leading her clan, believing the title came with power, respect, and destiny. But when the veil between the living and the ancestral realm begins to thin, and the true weight of leadership is revealed, Ashely finds herself at a crossroads. Haunted by visions, bound by ancient rites, and caught in the delicate war between the seen and unseen, she must decide: will she rise to the calling that has chosen her—or flee from the shadows behind the facade?

I couldn't let my feelings slip away and not care for them, as much as I didn't want to face anyone after such a traumatic experience. As much as it hurts to be alone, it is sometimes better to be alone than to love someone and face the agony of being abandoned again.

I never planned to fall. Not in love. Not again. Not after Siyabonga. When I walked into Imbeka Secondary School on my first day of Grade 8, I had already made up my mind: no boys, no drama, no heartbreak. I told myself I was done with childish love — and maybe even boys altogether. I believed I was a lesbian. I chose peace. I chose myself. Then I met Snothando. Then I met Promise. And through them… I met him. But this is not his story. This is mine. The story of the girl who laughed louder than her pain. The one who stayed… When love walked away.

"Inspiration leads to the purification of the love"

Raymond, the tycoon of his empire, tries his best for the people he loves and doesn’t stop when it comes to saving their lives or caring for them. His affection for his secretary, Mikaela, creates a more romantic scene for him. His vow to look after his sister “Rose” as a promise to his mother before her death also makes him passionate about caring. What will happen if Raymond finds out his step Mother is responsible for his mother's death. ? What will happen if Raymond notices his little sister has a hidden boyfriend? What happens if Raymond finds out Mikaela went on a date with Lucas? What will happen if Olivia finds out that Jason had S£x with her while she was drunk?

Amid the Japanese invasion of Malaya during World War II, Aman, a young man traumatized by the brutal murder of his mother, desperately tries to reach Singapore to reunite with his younger siblings. As he navigates a war-torn landscape filled with betrayal, violence, and shifting allegiances, Aman must confront his own moral dilemmas and the harsh reality of survival. In a world where the line between enemy and ally blurs, Aman fights not only for his life but for the safety of his family, all while uncovering dark secrets that could alter his fate forever.