Big Trouble In Little China

"Football isn't just a game"—it's life. For 16-year-old David Jones, football is more than a sport; it's an escape, a calling, and the only thing that makes sense in a world full of challenges. The electric thrill of scoring a last-minute winner, the roar of the crowd—it’s the closest thing to freedom he knows. But David's journey is far from simple. Blessed with extraordinary talent yet burdened by fiery anger, he’s fighting battles on and off the pitch. Growing up as the son of a Nigerian immigrant and a British mother, David navigates the pressures of cultural expectations, the weight of his own ambitions, and the scrutiny of a sport that demands perfection. Passion drives him forward, but his temper holds him back. Can he channel his emotions and prove himself worthy of being football's next big star? David Jones: The Next big thing is a gripping coming-of-age story about resilience, identity, and the unrelenting pursuit of dreams.

The story is set in a bustling and dark modern city, where high-rise buildings and busy traffic are the convergence of wealth and power. However, underneath the city's glamorous exterior lies an intricate network of forces. In the underground world, gangs are constantly fighting for territories and interests, smuggling drugs, controlling casinos, collecting protection money, and doing all sorts of evils, causing ordinary citizens to live in fear. The business world is a battlefield without smoke, where major conglomerates fight for market share, monopolization of resources and business secrets by any means necessary, with staggering capital operations and power deals behind the scenes. The powerful and noble class collude with each other, utilizing the political resources and connections in their hands to manipulate the direction of the city behind the scenes, and their decisions affect the fate of countless people. Ancient family legacies and mysterious martial arts sects are also quietly hidden in the corners of the city, these families and sects have a long history and deep heritage, they master unique martial arts skills and mysterious power, follow the ancient rules and traditions, quietly inherited in modern society, but also inevitably be involved in the world of strife. In this world, money, power and force intertwine with each other and check and balance each other, everyone is fighting for their own goals and interests, and together they build an arena full of opportunities and challenges, crisis and hope.

(A modern romance with faceslapping, comedy, sweet and dark romance, and a supernatural twist) 'You are evil! No, you are the devil. How can I trust you?' 'If I am the devil, you will rule hell by my side.' **** The big bad vampire has fangs. But the little wolf has claws… **** Leila has spent her entire life hidden from the real world because of a big secret. However, as she starts to lose control of her wolf, she is forced to begin looking into her true origins. But finding her biological parents will not be easy, thanks to a hidden conspiracy involving the most powerful supernatural clans. A hot and dangerous vampire might be stalking her… Xavier Remington was born to a life of blood, violence, and death. He came to terms with the fact that his natural talent for hunting and killing is the only thing he can offer, and he is content to live in the shadows. But when he meets a little wolf with a bad temper, he becomes obsessed. And he will stop at nothing to protect her.

The world as we know it has plunged into chaos. Zeus, in a fit of arrogance, committed an act so reckless that it sparked a war between the Greek gods and every other pantheon in existence, leading to the downfall of the world. As gods and mortals alike perished, Hades, god of the underworld, tried to intervene—but was ultimately stopped by a force greater than himself. His wife, Persephone, was imprisoned, and Hades himself fell into despair. But just as his end seemed near, two primordial beings—Chaos and Order—visited him. They offered Hades a second chance, sending him back in time to the golden age of the gods. Now, back in the Age of Myth, Hades must prevent the catastrophic future he once lived through. But what do Chaos and Order expect of him? Can he rewrite the fates of gods and mortals? With Persephone by his side and ancient powers stirring, Hades is determined to stop his brother and reshape destiny itself.

It is TWISTED SAGA Series' 1st story Sankalp Singh Rathod, Rahat Raichand and Shawkat Raichand......3 of them have been planning a trip to Manali before even their final semester started! Just when they were ready to roll another one joined their merry little band, Blaze Aragon.....who, in a way Sankalp's big brother and Sankalp can't say no to him,......but then, What could possibly go wrong! wait until you meet the 5th addition who is a combination of naïve, quirky, clumsy, carefree, overtalkative, and mischievous..... Let the adventure begins! And who knows, maybe something more than that....... It's a light hearted short story! #FUSION

Short stories

A Chinese boy named Xi Long becomes the vessel for the soul of the former American President, Donald Trump, after his assassination. Donald Trump returns to life in this new body and seizes the opportunity to seek revenge on America and destroy it. Utilizing his newfound power and position, he begins to execute his wicked plan, aiming to create chaos and destabilize the American nation. The games of power and conspiracy are unveiled in an epic struggle between the superpowers, threatening to change the future of the world.

Huli Jing has always been someone who loves looking at people who have a good appeal. Her standards are too high. It doesn't matter how much money you want to spend for the night, she wouldn't take it unless you're gorgeous. She's not someone who would be satisfied with one man, she would want more. As a prostitute, she is very much delighted to transmigrate to a beast world where females are rare and precious. Huli Jing's eyes are satisfied with how gorgeous the beast men are. The problem is....She transmigrated to a toddler. How can she devour them then? ---- R18 Note: If you are a minor, please don't read it. Book cover: AutumnPlunkett

Fun short stories about a pet owner and her pets!

In this poignant and profound coming-of-age novel, we follow Charlotte—a young man who feels out of place in the typical college scene—as he embarks on a journey to explore self-identity and the roles of gender. Charlotte must navigate the complexities of friendship, love, and social pressures, all while grappling with a deeper struggle: the conflict between his inner gender identity and societal expectations. When Charlotte unexpectedly joins the college tennis club, his life takes a turn. It's here that he forms a complex friendship with Chris, the campus "golden boy," and gets swept up in secrets and conspiracies lurking beneath the surface of the school's shiny facade. By chance, Charlotte encounters a mysterious organization that promises to help him reshape his identity and become his true self. This revelation sparks an intense internal struggle for Charlotte, prompting him to question his true identity and consider a decision that could change his life forever.

A young boy who goes into the past to right a wrong, by protecting and raising his father. The boy wants his father to have a happy and long life, and will do what ever it takes to make that happen. Even if he has to become someones worse nightmare.

The ever expanse of humanity. As their reach finally touched the space between the stars. But as their reach grows further, their control dwindles. "Sold our souls for money." Is the quote of the Mercenaries. For the right price they will do almost anything. Their reach dwells in the areas the government cannot. Because of this their reputation lies within a grey area. Eron, desperate for money, found himself with very little options left. With a steeled heart he too sold his soul, joining the Mercenaries. In such a world he must quickly learn that actions must be driven by money alone. Kindness gets you nowhere, and sparing leaves you with enemies.

Chi Ai got transmigrated to a novel as a side character. Before Tranmisgration she was the top experimented ' Razer '. The side character Chi Ai was destined to die and is hated in the novel by her family. Chi Ai decides to change the fate of her and her family as well as her brothers who doted on her till the last breath of their life. But she never appreciated them and harm them resulting in being hated by them. She mocks those who call her untalented, well to all those she was a divine doctor, professional researcher, a world-famous hacker, and many more. She starts a business and becomes a legendary businesswoman. Her maternal family thinks she is after their 100 million yuan assets, sorry but her every single company has a minimum asset of 5 billion yuan. __________________________ Her Eldest Brother who is a famous doctor:" Whoever dares to touch my sister I will let them face my scalpel" Her Second Brother who is a famous technology genius: " If you dare to bully my sister, I will give you an electric shock" Her third brother who is a famous entertainment artist " My sister is sweet, don't bully or I will show you the power of my fans" Her Younger Sister who is a famous fashion designer: " Don't you dare to bully my sister or I will let you see the wrath of my scissors " Certain playful vicious second male lead " Hey sweetie, let's get married, I can't wait to tell the wolf eyeing you that you are mine" He glanced at her as if she was his little prey....... Chi Ai: Wait wasn't they supposed to hate her?........ Join the journey of our second viscous female lead, to know how she changes her fate and how she unravels mysteries about her. This is an original work. I will update the novel on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Stay tuned.

Rex and Carl, two high school friends with contrasting personalities, are abruptly pulled from their ordinary lives after a tragic accident. In a flash, they find themselves in a blindingly white room with a mysterious Goddess who informs them that their deaths were a mistake. Before they can fully process what’s happening, the Goddess transports them to an unknown world filled with magic, powerful kingdoms, and dangerous creatures. As they explore this new reality, they’ll have to rely on their wits, courage, and each other if they hope to survive the trials ahead and uncover their true purpose in this world.

Trouble He was a white dove, she was a black Swan. He was gentle... She was wild... He hardly smiled... She always had a mischievous smirk. He was royalty... She was an insane billionaire! He made rules... She broke rules... He's water...cold as ice... She's raging ...erupting like volcano... They graced each other... Hate at first... but now they can't let go and she's hell bent on keeping and possessing him. This is a story of women who are trouble but are shields and weapons to protect the men they love.

The Summer Basketball League is a new event hosted by major sports organizations related to basketball to give young players the chance to showcase their talent on the biggest stage, with the main prize being a ticket to the NBA. The story follows a group of young men who reach for that coveted prize, but the journey is filled with sacrifices, intense training, and difficult decisions.

Xavier Kingston is a dark mafia he has never known love , never even seen or experienced it. When he thinks that he is getting too lonely in life and he needs a family or a wife , his only friend is the person who he thinks of asking. The one girl he has ever known or adored was Rose . He knew her since childhood , he literally named her . She trusted him , as her friend or her uncle but love was something he was unaware about. Join this couple's journey into realising what love is , join them as they explore love together and heal from their respective traumas .

In a small town in south korea women started to die and they concluded that there was a serial killer in the town. In this same town, a girl, abandoned by her parents because of her choice of career, meets her old neighbour, and her first crush. He remembered her and they start meeting again, but there was times when she had the feeling of constantly being watch, soon they started dating, everyone appreciated him except from one of her friends. He thought that the guy seemed too obsessed with her and could cause her harm, but she couldn't care less. But as days passed she started to notice everything, his unhealthy attachment to her, and she started feeling paranoid, about being watch constantly.

Sophie’s wedding to her perfect fiancé, Andrew, is days away. To celebrate, she flies to Vegas with her best friends for one last night of freedom. But the night spins out of control, and Sophie wakes up married to a stranger. The situation turns even more chaotic when Sophie realizes her impulsive husband is none other than Liam, Andrew’s estranged older brother. Torn between family loyalty, hidden truths, and a spark she can’t deny, Sophie faces a choice that could change everything she thought she wanted. As she stands at the altar with Andrew, her heart and her life hang in the balance.

A book I took from the net; all credit belongs to Leil lowndes

Zhang Xiangqian, a farmer in Anhui Province, China, with a junior high school education. In 1985, he was taken to a highly developed and distant alien planet and lived for a month. He learned a lot about aliens there, including their lifestyle, culture, and advanced science and technology. This is his autobiography.

In 1984, America's streets were already a powder keg of crime and chaos. Then came Sean Rockefeller – and he brought matches to the party. But calling him just another troublemaker would be missing the point entirely. Sean wasn't your typical player in America's underworld. While others fought over street corners, he was building an empire that would touch everything from Hollywood to Wall Street. This wasn't just another crime story. This was about transformation: From a pizza shop worker to legal mastermind From street survivor to entertainment mogul From nobody to somebody who made Hollywood executives sweat From target to the head of an elite security operation From hustler to legitimate businessman One bullet to the head should have ended his story. Instead, it was just the beginning. Sean didn't just survive in America's underworld – he rewrote the rules. His empire would stretch from the courtrooms to the movie studios, from private security to legitimate business ventures. Some called him a thug who got lucky. Others said he was a genius who gamed the system. But everyone agreed on one thing: Once Sean Rockefeller entered the game, nothing in America's criminal landscape would ever be the same. They say America is the land of reinvention. Sean Rockefeller took that idea and ran with it – all the way to the bank.

(*No Rape*) Bringing to you from the Series of The Queens' Trilogy; VOLUME I: A Royal Mismatch: The Trouble With Prince Charming From Royal Reject to Accidental Crown Princess: A Marriage of Convenience Gone Wrong. Every girl dreams of being born a princess, right? Not Oriana. Sitting on a little stool, waited on by hand and foot? No thanks. Freedom, adventure anything but the stifling expectations of royalty is what she craves. In fact, she'd rather be scaling the castle walls tonight than attending a stuffy soiree. Luckily, she wasn't born to be the crown princess. In fact, she is the bane of etiquette tutors and the kingdom's resident "bad egg." But fate, it seems, has a wicked sense of humor. Duty throws Oriana into a political marriage with the infamous Crown Prince Adric of Avon. A notorious playboy known for his scandalous lifestyle and disregard for courtly decorum, Adric seems like the perfect escape hatch from her suffocating expectations. Adric, on the other hand, couldn't care less who he marries. His reputation precedes him; a notorious playboy who thrives on defying expectations. But when the fiery Oriana crashes into his world of calculated indifference, sparks fly. Will this forced union ignite a royal scandal of epic proportions or blossom into an unexpected love that challenges the very foundations of their kingdom? _________ Oriana pressed her lips. "You don't want to do this. I'll hate you forever. I belong elsewhere, not here." "I guess you're mistaken, Princess. You only belong in one place; where I am. You belong to me," Adric said, moving his free hand down. He traced his fingers down Oriana's neck. ._._._._._. VOLUME II (A ROYAL MISMATCH: UNTAMED LOVE) Freya, the royal cook's daughter, loves to read and hide from the world. Her life changes when she catches the royal guard with a married woman in a scandalous act. Now, she's forced to interact with this annoying guard, who's never fallen in love before. Despite his efforts to win her over, Freya doesn't find him attractive like other women do. When they're sent to an ally kingdom as delegates, they spend time together. One day, while the guard is was pleasing other women, Freya discovers a new world she never imagined. What happens when she experiences the forbidden fruit? And is drawn to same guard she vowed never to look at. _________ "What you saw...did you enjoy it?" The young girl turned her face away, avoiding the guard's eyes, as a familiar heat built up between her legs. "Look at me...say the word...beg me to give you the release your body craves," the Royal guard commanded, his grin growing wider as he pushed her chin forward with his large palm. "Why should I?" she replied, her voice firm. "It's men who beg women, not the other way around." The guard chuckled, shaking his head. "Not in your case, I offered it to you the first time and your rejected...if you want it now, you'll have to earn it." Other works of this author; 1. Kitanna from the series of Queens'Trilogy. 2. The Hitman's Sunshine. 3. Cursed Bride of The Damned Vampire King

When playing Big Bet, the choice is only one: win or die. This story follows Choi Hyunsuk, a man who lives boldly after experiencing deep trauma in the past. When he reunites with an old friend, Cha Tae-Hyun, they decide to start a casino business together. However, this glamorous casino world is full of dangers, deceit, and high-stakes games that threaten them. Hyunsuk and Tae-Hyun face various obstacles, including threats from competitors, betrayal from associates, and internal conflicts that shake the foundation of their business. In every bet and high-stakes game, they must struggle to survive and protect what they have built. Will their courage and intelligence be enough to overcome all the challenges, or will they fall into ruin?

Dive into the haunting world of Nina, a young girl faced with tragic events that disrupt her life. In the heart of an eastern city in Madagascar, discover her journey, marked by loss, guilt, and a mysterious offer that could change everything. Will you dare to follow Nina on her path filled with mysteries and secrets? What painful decisions will she have to make in the face of the unexpected? Don’t miss the continuation of this captivating story, where each page reveals new truths and dark revelations.