Shrine Covered In Thorns

The young master of the Thorne family, Adrian Thorne, one of the twelve great families on the floating cloud continent had it all, wealth, power and a beautiful fiancee........ until he didn't. When he returned home from his training in the mountains after receiving a strange necklace from his father, he was shocked to find his whole family massacred by the people of demonic faction. Ambushed and injured, he thinks that the end is near until a drop of blood causes the necklace to emit a dazzling light just as he passes out. Adrian wakes up to find his pursuers dead. Shocked and still in grief, he searches his home to find his younger brother and a servant girl still alive. Vowing to take revenge on those that destroyed their family, the group of three wander off into the night. With his new inheritance, will Adrian be able to have his revenge and be able to rebuild his family with just the three of them? And who helped the demonic faction ambush the Thorne family?

In the dangerous world of organized crime, Anastasia Romanov, the Russian mafia princess, finds herself trapped in an arranged marriage to Luca Falcone, the ruthless heir to the Italian mafia throne. Two powerful families, bound by blood and ambition, have decided their fates, but neither Anastasia nor Luca is willing to accept this union without resistance. At first, their mutual hatred is undeniable. Anastasia, fierce and unyielding, resents being treated as a mere pawn in a deadly game of power. Luca, cold and domineering, sees her as little more than a strategic asset in his rise to the throne. But as their lives intertwine, a dangerous tension simmers between them—one that neither can ignore. Their forced proximity sparks a fiery attraction neither can deny, leading to a slow-burning passion filled with desire, resentment, and the raw edge of power. As their marriage moves from obligation to something darker, more intense, they both struggle to navigate the complex dance of love, betrayal, and control. In a world where trust is a luxury and loyalty is often deadly, will Anastasia and Luca fall into each other’s arms, or will their dangerous hearts destroy them both?

How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

In the shadows of New York, 17-year-old Gianna lives a sheltered life, blissfully unaware of the hidden truths that bind her to a mysterious legacy. As her 18th birthday approaches, whispers of her father's death and long-buried secrets begin to surface, thrusting her into a world of deception and intrigue. As she navigates the complexities of newfound power and betrayal, Gianna must uncover the truth about her past while transforming from a timid girl into a formidable force. In Legacy of Thorns, every revelation could be the key to her survival—or her undoing.

His mother died when she gave birth to him, his father a physically abusive alcoholic. Life is not kind to Darius King. Darius would have dreams of being in a world of magic, but alas, his dreams would always end. He hated life, and life hated him, so he ended both his and his father's. When reincarnating into a peasant-like lifestyle as Liam, in the town of Ucladd, Darius realizes he has entered the world of cultivation! With his ambitious, ruthless, and curious nature combining into one, he paves a bloody path to power. Shifting his gaze from the Earth towards the Sky, nothing will stop him on his path for strength. "I will touch the stars... or die trying." ==================== Note: NO R-18, R**e, Romance or pre-marital handholding. I take no pleasure in writing such things. There's a bunch of killing and gruesome descriptions though. The novel is a bit slow in the first chapters, but after that, it picks up and gets significantly better. Also, the power system is similar to BotDS, but I've asked the author for permission to use it. It's also heavily inspired my writing, but the beginning is where its most prevalent. Discord: due to spam bots joining, the server is invite only. My discord tag is: covidcandy I welcome criticism and feedback with open arms, as long as it's actual advice. Note, if your review has any spoilers without the spoiler tag, I will have to delete it. One last note, if you're going to, please don't buy privilege by the end of the month since it'll reset at the starting of every month. Art is not mine - source: no clue. Please comment if you want me to take it down.

Melissa Rodriguez is a woman on a mission. She's determined to rise to the top of the wealthy elite, no matter the cost. Armed with secrets and scandals, she sets her sights on those who stand in her way - including her former lover, billionaire Derrick Sanchez as she plays the dangerous games with the top players . As Melissa navigates the cutthroat world of high society, she's forced to confront her own dark past and make impossible choices to stay one step ahead. But with each calculated move, she inches closer to her ultimate goal: total domination. Will Melissa's cunning and ambition be enough to secure her place at the top, or will the very secrets she's used to climb the ladder ultimately be her downfall? In this gripping tale of power, deception, and revenge, only one thing is certain: in the game of wealth and power, no one can be trusted."

The main character of our story "Johan Das" returns to his village after 15 years, and finds everything has changed there. One night "Johann Das" discovers some terrible truth that destroys his entire childhood, faith and love. please enjoy my novel and support me ❣️

[Alternate Title: Born In Apocalypse With True Fusion] [Alternate Title: Endless Evolution In The Apocalypse] ********** The life where Dhruv had it all – a caring family, loyal friends, and a fulfilling job. Suddenly his life took an unexpected turn for the worse, and he lost everything in his life. His family was raped and then murdered, his friends left him, and he found himself in prison for crimes he wouldn’t have even dreamed of committing. He was falsely accused of stealing from his company and then in the heat of the moment killed all his family members. He couldn’t even die in peace and was constantly getting bullied and tortured… But like everything else even his situation evolved as the ‘COSMIC EVOLUTION’ arrived on his solar system. With COSMIC EVOLUTION comes the power to evolve any and everything. Swords and Magic lays in everyone's hands as they try to clear the quest. But in this contest not everyone was equal... In this new era of evolution, Dhruv became the Chosen One. With his immense magical power, he began his journey to conquer everything there is to conquer… Ahhh! And Yes, how can he forget about getting revenge…. ********** The novel is filled with evolution, and fusion while its worlds are filled with monsters, quests dungeons, and whatnot. Whatever you need to satisfy your addiction is all here.. so be sure to enjoy it. If you are still reading then be sure to check out... the first few chapters might appear as rough but I guarantee you it will only get better and better.

Laiza Danford has lived her entire life at the beck and call of her family, enslaved by the desire of their love attention. Always being compared and living in the shadows of her twin. Detested by all even by the one she hoped will be her escape from her damned fate only for every thing to blow up in her face, pushed to death she promises to come back to destroy.

The first day of school doesn't go as planned. Nikko is late and he's literally running to school. He's so nervous, and the random guy that laughed at him while rushing through a crossroad, didn't add up to his mood.... *I am not an owner of the cover photo*

EXCERPT: “At first, all I wanted was to satisfy my curiosity by finding out who he is. But the more we keep crossing paths, the more my feelings starts to grow. There is something about him that draws me every time, something I am going to find out.” _Scarlet Winters “You died, Scarlet. You would never have made it alive even if you were taken to the hospital. I had to save you with my blood and now, you are a vampire like me. You showed symptoms only after four years. You are turning.” _Damien Grey * You would probably want to ask these questions; Why? Who is Scarlet? What is she like? What is her relationship with Damien? Why did I come across this book? Will it be a good read?... Why not try the first ten chapters and see if you would love to continue reading?

Satoshi Yuki was just a regular introvert person when one day his older sister decided to enlist into the army forces. When he thought about the day he won’t be able to see her sister anymore, he quickly enlist into the army forces too. One day, Cyrosland was under siege and during the battle, Yuki’s body was expected to have a really bad injury, but he left with no injury. His sister quickly retreated while carrying Yuki. Not realizing that he lost most of his memory, and that girl is watching them.

Journey of a betrayed soldier in a apocalyptic fantasy world. No string attached, he will decide his own fate prevail or perish. Not every fantasy world is a good place. Sometimes, it's worse than where we came from.

In a world where humanity keeps declining, just like today's reality, we see how our protagonist Kiyoshi's life unfolds piece by piece.

In this present reality where enchantment is bound to the bloodline of a solitary family, Elara Thorne needs just to get away from her predetermination. As the hesitant watchman of the Thorned Crown — an old remnant of untold power — Elara dreams of a day to day existence liberated from obligation, regardless of the ages before her who committed themselves to safeguarding the domain. Yet, as the divine Cover's Blossom draws near, dim powers are attracted to the crown, taking steps to unwind both the realm and its mysteries. Tormented by her family's inheritance, directed by a champion auntie with insider facts of her own, and sought after by a strange sovereign with his own plan, Elara should conclude whether she'll embrace her power — or let the realm tumble to demolish. With partners including her wildly faithful shapeshifter companion and an imperial history specialist, Elara's process will uncover stowed away insights, prohibited wizardry, and the tough ties of devotion. In a test of skill and endurance, Elara should uncover the genuine expense of using the Thorned Crown and face the old soul that exists in. However long the crown stays in her grasp, she should stand up to the dull destiny bound to her blood... or then again risk all that she loves to liberate herself from it.

Three years ago, Su Luo was betrayed, his cultivation stripped away, leaving him a powerless live-in son-in-law, scorned and humiliated. But now, he has returned as a sovereign, unrivaled across the heavens and earth. With world-defying medical mastery in one hand and unparalleled martial prowess in the other, he proclaims: This time, I will make the world tremble at my name and quake at the sound of my voice.

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On the luxurious yacht, Gu Xijun took off the last piece of clothing on his body and roared at the man in front of him: I can afford to play and I can afford to lose. So, a cat and mouse game that has nothing to do with the wind and snow has begun. In order to take revenge on his father's ruthlessness, Gu Xijun went to the high-end club in a rage to accompany the wine, and auctioned his body in a high-profile manner to discredit the Gu family. By mistake, this self-directed and self-acted farce prompted the mysterious man to borrow flowers to worship the Buddha and send it to Cheng Zihao's room. Gu Xijun designed to make him unconscious, and fled with the money. The world is so big, and the road will always be narrow. Gu Xijun, who was down, became a small employee of an advertising company, but he met Cheng Zihao, the creditor of the day. In order to survive, she was insulted by the arrogant and conceited Cheng Zihao, and she endured it; In order to feed and wear, she was toyed with by the cold-blooded Cheng Zihao with a poisonous tongue, and she endured it; But he challenged her dignity and bottom line again and again, but she couldn't bear it; Cheng Zihao, you are sick! If you sleep, you will be cured. From disgust to habit, and then to deep love, it is just a look back a thousand times. Just because I took a look at you in the vast sea of people, I will never forget it. But the love is deep, in exchange for not a long time, but a long-planned catastrophe. On the eve of the wedding banquet with his childhood sweetheart, Gu Xijun pointed a knife at his neck and calmly threatened the man in front of him: One step further, all you will get is my corpse. A pleasure once turned against a lifetime of love, he was just a thorn in her palm. Unwilling to pull it out, just to remind her of the pain at all times, the former gentleness and favor are just his most skillful disguise.

When young shrine maiden Haruka ventures into a forbidden shrine, she encounters the spirit of a girl cursed centuries ago. Ignoring the village’s dark legends, Haruka unwittingly frees the spirit, who begins merging their identities, binding Haruka to an eternal, sorrowful fate. Now, the villagers speak of a new, red-eyed spirit haunting the shrine, luring lost souls into her endless despair.

The Raven has set flight once again. Follow Lucian Thorn in his journey full of massacre and killing. Where is his destination? Fate plays tricks, his destination is always pushed back. Will the Raven reach it. A small poem depicting Lucian or The Raven's character "In shadows deep, the Raven flies, Silent wings, no last goodbyes. A single strike, a fleeting breath, He brings the quiet touch of death. No mercy here, no second chance, Just one last, fatal, deadly dance. When Raven comes, your time is torn— None escape the flight of Thorn." I am also posting this on Royal Road as well as Scribblehub Royal Road - https://www.royalroad.com/profile/568039/fictions Scribblehub - https://www.scribblehub.com/series/1262273/lucian-thorn/

» The Song is sung, and the Dawn is won, but the victory is bittersweet, and the cost is too high. Yet there is little that could not be done with magic if you were willing to pay the price. Dues are paid, fates are changed, and even destiny itself is covered with a shroud. Mild AU

In 31 days, I will have aged another year. In 30 days, I will be killed. In 28 days, I will have fought someone I believed to be my closest ally. In 21 days, I will have lost everyone I held dearest to me. In 14 days, I will be betrayed. In 7 days, I will cause a war. Tonight, I will have gone mad. 

The Ye family is one of the top families in Yanjing and across the country. Yet, Ye Chen is despised by everyone as a live-in son-in-law. No one knows his true identity. In the end, those who look down on him will kneel before him, trembling with fear, and respectfully call him "Master"!

In the cutthroat world of high fashion and cutting-edge technology, two titans stand on opposite sides of the battlefield: Isla Han, a powerful CEO known for her cold determination, and Jin Woo Kang, a charismatic tech genius shaking up the industry with his revolutionary wearable designs. Their rivalry is the talk of the city, their mutual hatred evident in every heated exchange and corporate maneuver. For Isla, her fashion empire is more than just business; it’s a legacy built from the ground up with relentless grit. She’s vowed never to let anyone—especially a cocky newcomer—jeopardize her reign. Jin Woo, however, is undeterred. With his bold innovations and fearless ambition, he’s ready to dominate the fashion world and knock Isla off her throne. But as their professional war escalates, so do the sparks between them. Behind the cutting remarks and strategic power plays, a dangerous attraction brews. As secrets from the past come to light and both find themselves facing battles far deeper than corporate warfare, Isla and Jin Woo must decide: will they tear each other apart, or is there something stronger than hatred binding them together? In a world where love and hate collide, can two sworn enemies find common ground, or will their desires destroy them both?