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King Dimitri III, driven by paranoia and desperation, declared a massacre on the Ember clan because their ability to conjure Phantoms threatened his reign and influence as the monarchical ruler of Eldrador. Regardless of the Embers’ duty to only serve and protect, the righteous king Dimitri feared their rebellion and, thus, ordered their slaughter. Aaron Ember, a humble cobbler living on the outskirts of North Eldrador’s Capital, went into hiding with his family after the king's declaration. Alas! They were caught trying to run away. Aaron's Phantom conjuring ability was no match for the lightsword of the Voldarian soldiers. He and his family were mercilessly murdered. Aaron awakened with a powerful revenge system…. [Ding!! Vessel Reawakening, System binding complete!] [Vessel has gained the status: Rookie] [Congrats! You have been awarded the Requiem: A Retribution System] With the new system to guide his revenge, Aaron swore to annihilate the entire Royal bloodline and the Voldar clan. But what happens when his hunger for power subdues his thirst for revenge? All hail the Phantom Omega!!

What would you do if you met a mysterious charming stranger, but could never fully see his face? That was the very predicament Cloud Belmont found himself in. It was unusual to find the spark one had been searching for, for so many years on Palace Grounds, but somehow they had found each other. Although this mysterious man knows everything about Cloud. Cloud has not even seen the face of the person he spends endless amounts of hours with. Follow Cloud’s journey on finding out who the man is and his own journey on finding himself.

Jay had always seemed like an ordinary young man—an orphan, one day he got fired from his job and got dumped by his girlfriend . For making end meets he started as drivio driver .After his First ride he gets a negative review and at that moment he gets a system which gives him a lot of wealth and luxury and everything he needs. But was jay really an orphan or something mysterious was happening around him , read negative review system and read for yourself what Jay's story holds.

Austin, a man reincarnated from a world where science is prominent, finds himself In a world where Magians, humans who possess the capabilities to perform arcane (a.k.a magic), must battle against the re-emerging demonic creatures and their followers to protect the human race and other humanoid races, from annihilation. Following a life-saving encounter with a famous hero, Austin's awakening grants him the memories of his past life and access to 'The Akasha', a mysterious system. With newfound purpose, he endeavors to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, facing challenges and adversaries to uncover the secrets of his reincarnation and the enigmatic origins of The Akasha.

“Elise…” I called out to her. I wanted to say something but my brain could not form any words to utter. So, her name in my lips lingered and silence enveloped us. I glimpsed at her peaceful face and, as if on cue, my nerves relaxed. I gently touched her cheeks using my thumb then moved to her lips. Everything is probably an understatement of what I am willing to do for her. Beyond everything, that is, if it exists. I moved closer to reach the seat belt and quickly strapped her. I also adjusted my seat and strapped my own. Then, I started the car engine and drove off. My mind wandered off our first meeting. She didn’t appear promising to me when she descended the doorstep of their house. She walks extremely slow and she hangs her head down like a sinner. The cuffs of her long sleeves were constantly pulled to hide her hands. Then, she looked up to meet my gaze. Her eyes were puffy and it was very obvious that she spent an hour, and probably more, crying. Nevertheless, she smiled at me, giving me an access to view her white teeth. She, then, accepted the flowers that I was offering. Her nails were clean and bare, no paint. Then, she muttered her first word to me, “Thank you.” After that, she went inside.

Anderson didn't understand the true meaning of love till she met Bryan, the cold-adonis, a handsome, and powerful CEO of bryan cooperation, the richest company in the city of Eden. But it all started with a story!! The thirst for revenge endeared Anderson to cross paths with bryan, and then, THEIR JOURNEY OF LOVE began

The epic journey of Alev the protagonist and several characters through fantastical worlds governed by magic, gods, and kings. Through battles, alliances, and mystical transformations, the characters confront their pasts, navigate shifting realities, and challenge gods With Alev's quest to capture the one causing the rupture of the universe, at all cost...

' In my past life, I couldn't differentiate who was my enemy and who was my friend. I kept my enemy close but isolated my friends. I never knew he was in love with me until the last moment of my life. Later he was the one who took my ashes with him. My so-called lover was actually in a relationship with my best friend, a succumbed and a cheater. Since God gave me a chance to come back then this time I'm gonna value my marriage with him, save my family and revenge on those who hurt me. Qi Yan, I came back for you so please don't let me be disappointed. Love me once again. ' Our female lead is the typical second youngest miss of Fu family Fu Hui Qing, a naïve little child until she is forced to marry the powerful CEO of the Qi family, Qi Yan, instead of her sister to save her family from going bankrupt. For this she hates her whole family even until the end of her life. Only then was when she finally realized how to hurt her parents were. The Qi family head Qi Yu stated that they wanted a daughter from the Fu family to become their granddaughter in law as long as one married his grandson the Qi family will save the Fu family and destroy the one that destroyed them. They chose her and not her younger sister because her mother had visited a fortune master who stated that as long as Hui Qing falls in love with Qi Yan, she wouldn't die before 30. The last time she died was when she 29. Killed by that person she called a friend and by her cheating lover. Now she is gonna take back everything. Her love, marriage, and reputations as the most famous manga artist and fashion designer under the name Jade. This is a tale about how a naïve yet powerful female lead fall in love with her soon to be domineering husband. Would Qi Yan be able to fall in love with her again? How would their story go? Follow to know more. Other books: -Prince and his wives (sterilizing) The cover isn't mine found it on pintrest, so credits goes to the artist. English is not my first language so bear with my spelling mistakes. I will update every Thursday for now, Uk time.

"To many stars, too many dreams. The reality is that in front of these things. I'm just a speck of dust " -RM(BTS) 8/4/2030,Kashmir,India "Now my life is set. I got a fine job, a car and I brought a house for my parents. My materialistic dreams come true. I'm happy you know "I said to her. "But what about your first love, Tanisha? He is getting married in 2 month. "Risha to me. This thing broke my heart but he can't be forever because it's a one sided love for him. "I'm happy for him "giving a genuine smile to her l said. ヾ(≧▽≦*)oo==[]::::::::::::::::> 16/6/2031,Dishpoor,Guwahati ,Assam "You are getting married to him, tan "Aunty said to me in a broken voice. But I can't. 14/2/2032 , South Mumbai, Mumbai "Our marriage, it's just a force one. You will never get love and respect form me "He shouted at me. "Than why you agreed for the marriage that time. "I said to him. "Because of my reputation in the society "And then he is gone to that girl who is breaking by marriage which is already broken by one side . "Sahil please don't don't go. " o==[]::::::::::::::::> Two individual who are bond to societies norms are finding their happiness with out breaking any rules. However they don't know that some rules are made to brake.

This novel is entirely a work of fiction. The names, characters, incidents, history, future, present, the history of kings, princesses, princes, labors, exportation, orders, punishment, and everything portrayed in it are the work of the author's imagination. The real history...

An aftermath of an apocalypse, a broken and chilling change that occurred twenty thousand years ago when a meteorite collided with Earth, blanketing the land on every scale in snow and cold. Liam Blake, a cold, judgemental, ruthless yet kind person, emerged from the icy depths, stranded without any help. With no place to call home, he witnessed three men abusing a young girl and, driven by his own judgement and anger, he swiftly decapitated them to nil. Collapsed on the cold ground with a blood bath beneath his body, blaming himself yet still has a reason to live, an 'unknown' goal which Liam chose to endure. As his wishes to live provisioned through the cold forest, he encounters, a lady named Hailey Southwark, saving him from the near death experience as is arm was torn off. Grateful for her act of kindness, Liam though had a personal goal but decided to become Hailey's acquaintance as a Node, a person who woke beneath the ice. Liam, being haunted by mysterious dreams and soon discovered that these visions were turning into reality. Uncertain of what comes next, he decides to help Hailey with the cases that connected the mysteries tangling his dreams.

It's a story about a boy who entered to the world of crime just for earning money he doesn't want to earn money for her joy he wants to earn money to cure her mother who was suffering from a serious disease but unfortunately his boss and his lover betrayed and kill him but the great betrayal gave her a golden opportunity to start over his lives with a new identity and become a model of justice.

"What if your destiny and your fate don't fall in line?" *** *** Katrin was a normal human girl, adopted into a family of witches at a young age. She had no recollection of her original family or where she's from and grew up trying to fit into her new home. But when she's sold off by her sisters for money; she finds out something about herself, something much more greater than being a simple witch. *** *** "Why? why does fate have to have our stars aligned?" Art appreciations>>>>> Cover from https://www.pinterest.com/luna_dreams_/ Katrin's art form https://www.pinterest.com/thena65041/ Ethan's art from https://www.pinterest.com/gaby_books/ Felix art from https://www.prompthunt.com/user/wiggly-goat662 Aeliana's art from https://www.pinterest.com/sethraknor/ Eldor's art from https://www.pinterest.com/alenaleo07/ Ruby's art from https://www.pinterest.com/ddolunay854/ Anna's art from https://www.pinterest.com/cragezy/

"You will be reborn as hope, My boy Milagro, Oh sorry its Kaan now." "What Reborn!!?" What is this stupid god of tales saying. *** Kaan born to bring hope somehow became a curse to bring the fall to all of the kingdoms. Well that's what the prophecy says. "Well who cares I will live in this world as the villain and create a hero." "..." "Well that failed huh...." "..." what will happen when the hand groomed hero by the villain defies his orders and ruins the plans made long back... what will happen when an obsessed hero captures the sacrificial villain.... "Jasper please listen to me." "no" "huuu... damn it."

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sometimes,being heartbroken creates a phobia to love. that fear of being hurt by someone you love continue to hunt you down. as result you push away an romantic relationship since its better to be cautious than suffer in the end. that's exactly how Angela collin's mind worked. however most phobias are said to have a cure so what a bout her phobias, is there any cure for it? she did find an answer. the cure exists and it works miraculously that you won't remember ever having a problem. True love it is.. His name is Quen Okefe. he is rich, handsome, outstanding businessman and he has a fame. to almost every woman he is a full package. Nevertheless he doesn't want any woman but a special one. his last relationship was in college and now it would be a world scandal to spot him with a woman. yet his world was soon to change, on first sight his walls fell and his heart succumbed to his special partner.

He's her stalker but so much more when she discovers his secret. Arianna My cravings for dark art started when I discovered an author who writes my deepest fantasies to life and that might have brought stalker on my doorstep when the messages start coming to show me that he is watching my every move but somehow he makes every evidence disappear when I go to the cops trying to get rid of him. Soon after my work date goes wrong with me almost kidnapped, my wish for someone to save me comes true when my stalker shows up like a true knight. I try to run but he doesn't want to let me go. Not only my life is in crisis but also my heart is on the line when I try not to fall for his dangerous tricks to lure me into his world. Vincent She belongs to me and I will do anything to convince her that I'm the man she needs. Even if I need to go kill someone for her, watch over her like a stalker she calls me. If someone dares to touch what's mine, they will only feel pain. Her light craved darkness so I will do everything to protect it, even it means I need to burn the world for her. WARNING Dark Stalker Romance novel R18

Kaira was wronged. And she's ready to get revenge for all their actions.

In a bustling city, top journalist Han Sohee teams up with Tae hu, a quiet detective, to crack a tough case. As they dig deeper, they uncover ties to Han Sohee's past and sparks fly. Tae hu, usually a loner, starts to open up. Their growing bond adds a twist to their investigation. Will their newfound closeness help them solve the case, or will it complicate everything?

Welcome to Brunoe Quick Hack the premier cybersecurity firm based in Barcelona specializing in recovering stolen assets. In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, we stand out as the go-to experts in the "Other category". Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to assisting individuals and businesses in retrieving their lost Bitcoin and other valuable digital assets through cutting-edge hacking solutions.

Currently on hold. "Where do you think you are running off to?" Alastair asked with an evil smirk on his face. "I-I..." Samantha stuttered, trying to come up with an answer and not daring to meet the King in the eye. "Take your time, my dear. We have all the time in the world." "I want to go." "And where do you want to go?" "Home." "Oh, Samantha darling. Let's get one thing straight. This is your home now and you are not going anywhere, not when I am here." "But I do not want to hurt you again, Alastair." "Ohh, darling. The only way you will ever hurt me is when you leave me and that is one thing I will never allow you to do. You are mine, eternity." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Alastair Drayce has been searching for years for Samantha as she is said to bring the change of fates, according to a prophecy. And the first thing he does after finding her is to bring her to his castle, his home, under his protection. Wanting to save the most powerful man in the kingdom from her destructive self, Samantha hatches a plan to escape. But why is it that every time she tries to flee, she ends up right in his arms? Coincidence? Once: Accepted, Twice: Questionable, Thrice: Not anymore. Why does her escape plan go wrong with him around and most important of all, what is he hiding? Also, what does Alastair want from Samantha that lasts for eternity? A prophecy has been made. An angel has been found. And two lost souls have united. Now, how are Alastair and Samantha destined to bring the change of fates? Read their story to find out more. The cover picture does not belong to me. ------------------------------------------- Join my discord server to know more about chapter updates. Discord: https://discord.gg/rPCgMp9MCH Instagram: prada_murthy Facebook: Prada Murthy

Jake was a guy who just graduated and was a great strategist. On his way to see his parents he was caught In a freak accident where a pole was launched in his chest, and now finds himself in a crypt as a skeleton.

In the Nine Provinces of the cultivation world, the Dao Court reigns supreme. Noble families oppress, sects hoard cultivation resources, and the path to cultivation is blocked. At the lowest level, cultivators lack access to cultivation manuals, spirit stones are scarce, and daily survival is a struggle. Mo Hua, a frail ten-year-old born to a wandering cultivator family with limited means, faces a bleak future. Even with a lifetime of diligent cultivation, he might only reach the humble realm of a Qi Refining cultivator, akin to an ant. However, everything changes when a Dao Tablet manifests in his sea of consciousness. This Dao Tablet allows him to comprehend Immortal array techniques, infinitely enhancing his spiritual consciousness Mo Hua will use the Dao Tablet to shatter cultivation barriers, forging an unparalleled spiritual consciousness. He will fully master the Immortal Dao arrays, striving for the path to immortality!

In a world gripped by the fear of war, a small nation takes a daring step: they fund a project that develops a serum of power. The story unfolds through the eyes of one among four friends, who find themselves in the heart of a deadly tournament. Injected with the serum, they are granted powers, but at a cost. They must battle each other to the death, with the last one standing to receive not just a million euros, but the daunting title of 'Commander of War'. This is a tale of friendship, power, sacrifice, and the lengths one would go to survive.

When local crime boss SPECTER announces a man-hunt of Leonard; a fast-rising red district star, in exchange for one irrefutable favor from him, it will take the love of God to help him navigate his way through Stardom City, where all dreams and vices merge into an unholy creation of madness and despair. The whole city is out for blood to obtain a favor that is... ************************************************************************ Hi guys, I'm trying to share what goes on in my chaotic mind. but I am new at this so your input would be appreciated. let's keep it casual and respectful yeah?