Nazi Spy

Lena always believed life was simple: work hard, protect her family, and keep her dreams small. But when her mother’s health takes a drastic turn, Lena faces an impossible choice. Desperate to save her, she accepts a deal from a ruthless CEO, Mr. Langston, who promises to cover her mother’s treatment—if she’ll spy on his business rival, Elias. Thrown into Elias’s world, Lena quickly learns he’s not just a cold-hearted CEO but a man scarred by betrayal and loneliness. As she grows closer to him, her loyalties waver. But when a stunning secret about her past comes to light, Lena’s whole life flips upside down. She isn’t who she thought she was—she’s the true heiress of the family fortune, stolen at birth by none other than her so-called “sister,” Vivian. Now, Lena must navigate a labyrinth of lies, forbidden love, and powerful enemies determined to keep her from her birthright. But with her heart caught between revenge and love, Lena realizes the truth is even more dangerous than she imagined. Will she claim her rightful place and find happiness, or will betrayal and ambition tear her life apart?

#Rated 18-Mature Themes Violet is a spy, but not a professional one. To stop her organs from being sold to pay her father's debt she accepts to be a servant of Lord Cain: The mafia lord of her district. The problem is that he only allows male servants to work in his house. Violet cuts her hair and binds her chest, and wears a band on her neck that makes her voice sound deeper but everything goes wrong when the clearly straight man takes interest in her supposedly male figure. An interest she finds impossible to shake off when the air and the desire in her own body lights up every time he's around. 'Remember the plan violet! If you want to keep your head!' her mind reeling, heart thumping as she she watches him take off his shirt. Eyes glued to the hard and defined muscles on his chest as she feels her breath hitch, mentally urging him to tear the damn shirt off and reveal more. But what happens when she finds out that the man her heart is falling for, is truly MAD and worse, that her biological mother is the one behind his curse. {It has a slow start but trust me you’ll stick around after 10chapters}

This ambitious novel tells the story of a writer who is summoned from 2024 into a world set in 2130. In this gritty landscape, where Nazi Germany is locked in a Cold War with China, Sedna Jericho - pulled from her own narrative - struggles to maintain control over the chaos around her. As she wanders through this unfamiliar territory, she takes a job as a maid, completely unaware that her new role is a refuge for anti-government rebels. By merely existing, she has already become a target. But that’s just the beginning. To fight against the zombie hordes threatening this world, she trains in a powerful form of magic called «Danmaku» at the elite «Special Safety Assurance Academy», a top-tier security organization. Will Sedna manage to reshape the fate of this fractured world, or will she simply follow the broken path laid out for her? And if neither is possible... could she be the one to bring about its destruction? The fate is only up to her.

"I got transmigrated into a novel because of a bad review?" Eren found his life turned upside down when he woke up as the character that he had just finished cursing in a negative review! Not only had he been reborn as an antagonist that he hated, but he was an Elder at a Devilish Sect? It would've been fine if that was the only problem, but that was just the beginning as he remembered that the Character was a spy sent into the Devil Sect by the Mythical Hero Academy... A character that died within the first fifty chapters?!

A 22-year-old Susanna Brown is thrust into the pages of a novel she once read. Now living as Duke Alexei Xavier Brown's wife whom her husband will kill her. Determined to rewrite her fate and secure her place as a wealthy noblewoman, Susanna is on a mission to win Duke Alexei's trust and love. Duke Alexei, scarred both physically and emotionally from a gruelling two-and-a-half-year war, is plagued by a deep, unrelenting agony. The last person he wants to find solace in is his new wife—a spy sent by the king to spy on him. Yet, despite his resistance, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to her. As Susanna and Alexei navigate a web of deception and intrigue, their clashing motives bring them face-to-face with formidable challenges. With the royal family plotting against them and their own emotions in turmoil, will they overcome the treacherous obstacles before them and find true love? Or will they fall victim to the very fate written in the novel?

“The war is finally over?! Then, what am I going to do with my life?” Caedrel, a man who had spent his entire life fighting, had no idea what to do next. Fortunately, he was offered to become a teacher in the greatest academy in the world. However, he wouldn't be a normal teacher but a spy for his country's Emperor! Doesn’t sound too bad, right? Well, it would have been great, that is…until he learned that his class was for the most talented(weird) students in the entire world. ------------- Update Schedule: 2 Chapters a day Discord Server: https://discord.gg/87MtYJ2Sb6 ------------- Bonus Chapter Scheme below: Every 250 Powerstones = 1 Bonus Chapter Every 75 Golden Tickets = 1 Bonus Chapter Castle Gift = 3 Bonus Chapters Spacecraft Gift = 6 Bonus Chapters Golden Gachapon = 9 Bonus Chapters

A once-in-a-generation beauty raised in secrecy, her family conspires to make her believe she's ugly. The secret's revealed when three peeping Tom’s get more than they bargained for spying on the 'ugly sister' bathing. Men don't believe in love at first sight until it sucker punches them! And boy do love quadrangles hurt... :'( The perverts are a talented poet, a future General and the Second Prince, and the race is now on to secure her heart. But how do you woo a beautiful woman who's been lied to her whole life and thinks you pity her because of her face and body? Which man will Meili choose? The pretty boy who makes her laugh, the brooding royal who loves her despite himself or the stone-faced Commander with a tender heart? "For a full minute not one of them moved or breathed, they were both shocked and enthralled. She half-turned towards the hidden watchers and looked up at the moon. That face! A spell was cast on her unseen audience. Her long hair covered her generous chest, allowing tantalising glimpses. She reached behind her neck to push back her hair. Bai Li, realising what was about to happen, clamped each of his hands firmly over the eyes of the Prince and Tan Bowen. A fight broke out on the ridge line as both men clawed and scratched at him in a panicked attempt to see." … Fictional story loosely set during the Ming Dynasty.

Frudi Rivera, the determined heir to the Rivera mafia empire, challenges the status quo by seeking to lead her family's organization in a male-dominated world. Her father, Francisco "Cisco" Rivera, assigns her to spy on the rival Martinez family, where she meets Dylan Martinez, the charismatic and rebellious son of Tristan Martinez. Despite their families' animosity, Frudi and Dylan embark on a passionate love affair, but their loyalty is tested when Frudi chooses duty over heart. As Frudi delves deeper into the rivalry between their families, she uncovers shocking secrets, including her mother's true identity as the leader of the Hermosa Lorena family, the source of the longstanding feud. Dylan, struggling with his own identity and responsibilities, discovers Tristan Martinez is his uncle, not his father. Torn between loyalty and love, Dylan must navigate his feelings for Frudi and his family's expectations. As tensions escalate, Frudi faces challenges from rival families, internal power struggles, and heartbreak. Dylan must confront his family's secrets and the truth about his own identity.

Neo, the middle daughter of the Souls is taken away when she is discovered that she is a mindshifter. She becomes an assassin, spy, slave and everything under the sun.

In the quiet life they share, Maria and Ethan seem like any ordinary couple—until vivid, haunting dreams begin to unravel a love story neither can explain. The dreams pull them back to 1940s France, into the heart of World War II, where they see themselves as Marie, a brave young woman fighting for the Resistance, and David, an American spy embedded within enemy ranks. Each night, the dreams grow stronger, filling them with memories that feel intensely real. Maria recounts scenes of sabotage and whispered meetings in shadowed alleys, while Ethan recalls the weight of choices and a brief encounter with Marie on a bridge that neither can forget. Through their dreams, they realize that they’re remembering a past life—a time when they were caught on opposing sides of a brutal war, yet found themselves drawn together despite the odds. As Maria and Ethan piece together this love story across lifetimes, they uncover an unbreakable bond, one that defied even the boundaries of war. But the dreams also bring new challenges in the present, awakening emotions and fears that threaten to shake the life they’ve built together. Together, they must come to terms with a love that’s transcended time, where fate, duty, and sacrifice once tore them apart—and may yet have the power to bring them closer than ever before.

Lucas Mark, whose old name was "Hades, the Dark Monarch," is a former soldier who now works in the high-stakes world of business power. People who were afraid of my power forced me to quit early, so I went back home. When I got a job offer at Prospera Corporation, I was thrown back into danger. I met Amelia Marco there. She is the smart, persistent CEO who guards her business and her heart with equal vigilance. When I find Amelia poisoned in her office, I know that her life and her business are in grave danger. She is in even more danger now that you have saved her, because people are attacking her home and life. We were both surprised when we were forced to go to a public event. It was meant to boost her reputation and buy us time while we look for the mysterious person who is planning her downfall. But the more time I spend with her, the more difficult it is to separate the act from how I feel about her. Amelia is strong and driven, but she is also becoming more and more fragile because of lies and betrayals she can't get away from at every corner. Every turn shows how deep the plots go and how badly her enemies want her to fail as they deal with corporate spying, break-ins, and constant threats. But when I find that one of her closest friends has been hurting her from within, I understand the stakes are higher than we ever expected. In our final battle with her betrayers, just when I think we’ve finally won, a new threat appears, one we never saw coming. And as I stand beside her, I can’t help but wonder: will my loyalty be enough to keep us both alive, or has our trust come too late?

Ren Jidian is an Omega who had a long-time crush on his Omega best friend, Wei Sizhi. One day he managed to confess his feelings and the two boys elope together, only to be hit by a truck and transmigrated to cruel worlds as star-crossed, tragic lovers! With the whole world keeping them apart, would they still be able to get their Happy Ending in the end? Or would it be a tragedy for a love that was never meant to be? Ren Jidian: "I will keep fighting for you, Zhi-Zhi! No matter what it takes! I will take you from these Alphas!" ------------------- 1v1 Seme/Gong/ Top MC Ren Jidian is a sort of dumb, pessimistic seme with a bit of a yandere side and Wei Sizhi is a cool, aloof and badass uke Multiple worlds/ World-hopping/ Quick Transmigration Happy Ending? I don't spoil. You'll see. Some side ships WARNING: GRAPHIC VIOLENCE, SCENES, THEMES AND TOPICS THAT MAY BE TRIGERRING TO SOME. THIS IS A MATURE WORK. NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART EITHER. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. --------------------- What is omegaverse? (Do remember this is MY version of omegaverse, I know there are tons of other ones.) Basically, people are divided into 3 subgenders besides their own sex or gender. There is Alpha, Beta, and Omega. Alphas, no matter the sex, male or female, can make people pregnant. Betas are just like how us people work. Males can impregnate, and females get pregnant. Omegas get pregnant no matter the sex, male or female. They also undergo heat, which is a monthly cycle that makes them crave to be bred by Alphas. They emit a scent (pheromones) during heat that makes an Alpha go wild and lustful. Alphas are characterized to have a stronger, larger, and more athletic build than Betas and Omegas. Omegas have a weaker, smaller and more frail build than Betas and Alphas. Betas can vary. There are exceptions to every rule, of course. But Ren Jidian and Wei Sizhi are both smaller and weaker types of Omegas. (Much to Ren Jidian's frustration.) -------------- Worlds' dynamics (Ren Jidian's role x Wei Sizhi's role) 1. A medicine scholar x a sick newly-married male empress to a tyrannical emperor (Complete) 2. A not-so-famous Omega pirate x a prince that was kidnapped by a famous Alpha pirate (Complete) 3. A robot developer x an AI companion for lonely Alphas (Complete) 4. An Athenian scribe that served as a spy for the King x A Spartan war strategist (Complete) 5. A stalker fan x a serial killer idol 6. A weak Pawn in a school setting where students are determined as Chess pieces x a Queen that was tired of being one 7: ???? 8. ????

A Hooded Prxdigy project. Seventeen-year-old Nyota Atar experiences a bizarre case of memory loss and serves in the District of Lunanova as a spy for its wicked martial authoritarian regime. After collecting his memories together, can he inspire governmental change along with few allies?

Being completely alone in a dark and forsaken world, with no family to turn to, no guidance to rely on, no care to comfort, no support to uplift, and no love to cherish, is a utterly terrible and absolutely awful existence. Lisa, a beautiful young lady, lives with her foster parents and siblings, trying her best to lead a normal life and suppress her extraordinary powers, which she longs to keep hidden from the world, fearing their discovery would only bring chaos and destruction. When Lisa was a little girl, she lost her parents in a tragic car accident. A huge truck collided with their vehicle, sending it plummeting into the water. With blood streaming down her face, she held her breath and struggled to free herself from the seatbelt, desperate to save her mom and dad before the car sank further into the ocean. The more she struggled, the more she felt her strength fading, until she finally lost consciousness. As she slipped away, the car continued to sink, taking her parents with it, leaving Lisa alone in the darkness. **** Kevin, a young orphan boy, had no family or friends to speak of, and had never experienced any kind of affection or love. As a result, he had built walls around his heart, shutting off his emotions completely. He dedicated himself solely to his work, using it as a distraction from the emptiness and loneliness that had become his life. His sole focus was on survival, and he allowed nothing to penetrate the armor he had built around himself Hello everyone! I'm Lisa_Lucy, your favorite author! I'm thrilled to have you all here to embark on a journey with me, exploring new worlds, imaginations, and emotions that will leave you breathless. Let's dive into the adventure together! ____Let's dig further into the secret spy____

Captain Leon Winston of the Western Command of the Kingdom of Ripon, Domestic Intelligence Division. Despite his elegant and noble appearance, he is known as the "Vampire of Campton" for his relentless torture of rebels, making him both revered and cursed by allies and enemies alike. "I always wanted to shove my pistol into you and stir it around." Oddly enough, the maid of the torture chamber, Sally Bristol, became the object of his uncontrollable desire, much like the rage he felt towards the rebels. She was just an ordinary, unremarkable woman... So why did the scent of her blood keep arousing him? The mystery didn't last long. The moment her name slipped from the lips of a rebel spy, he realized it. He no longer needed to suppress his violent desires. "I refrained because I didn't want to hurt a good girl, but now there's no need to hold back. Thank you, Sally. Oh, no... Grace." If you want to live, beg me. You never know, I might just grant your wish. RATED-18

An animated spy series about three teenagers from Las Angeles who live double lives as spies working for The Secret Organization of Teenaged Spies (SOOTS). Their boss, Sally, gives them their missions to solve worldwide and the gadgets that would help them on their tasks to stop bad guys and save the world. Sally even designed their black spy suits, which include disguise belts and communicator watches they never take off, even when they're not wearing their black spy suits.

A young boy Called Zazzo about 9 years old, who was being Maltreated by his parent, eventually went on a disguise on a SPY association, Unknowingly to him that the association squad he joined was actually a group of members hunting for Spy that was assigned by the Leader of a secret police force, Zazzo father, MR Kenny, is a detective who is looking for clues about this association of, until when he eventually know who was among association of the S.P.Y and telling some information about the Spy from the police force, HIS NAME IS "__________".

I, Eli Marks, was the illegitimate son of Gregory Marks the President of the Marks & Wills Foundation in Utah. Two years ago, I was saved by Utah Billionaire and Chairman Armand James of Armand Inc., as my father Gregory Marks whipped me for being disobedient at a VIP lounge in Salt Lake City: Hampton Inn. The two were born nemesis and never saw eye to eye as the two companies had competed for a decade. Two years later, Pa sent my profile to Chairman Armand's office after they advertised for an open position of a secretary for the Chairman without my knowledge. Pa insisted that I had to ensure that I was hired or else he would continue to brutally abuse me and make my mother suffer. If I were hired, I would become a spy for Pa, giving him all the trade secrets and dirt for Armand Inc. At the end of the interview, Chairman Armand announced that I had been hired. Hired by a Tyrant boss who controlled everything around him from his company to his family had even set rules around him making him the most feared and ruthless person in Utah. Armad had risen from the gutter and made my name for myself by leading the largest company in Utah and becoming the first bachelor billionaire to ever exist. The chemistry between us grew and our relationship developed so fast. But we both carried the burden from our past as the demons kept haunting us and pulling us apart. Will Armand ever forgive me when he finds out that I am a spy sent by Pa, to Infiltrate and get the dirt on Armand Inc.? Will the feelings we have for each other survive all the treachery of the corporate world? _______________________________________________________________________________________________ EXCERPT “Stop” I raised my hands in defense to keep the distance between Chairman Armand and me. “That my dear Eli Marks, is a vocabulary that does not exist in my life “He smirked down at me as he moved closer and pressed his body to mine. My hands ended up pressed on his chest as my eyes flashed in anger. I swallowed hard as I felt the sizzling chemistry that brewed between us rise and my bottom lip trembled as a result. “You are just proving to me what everyone in Utah says about you “I muttered through gritted teeth hoping my crude words would push him away and make him stop advancements. “Pray tell, what do they say about me, sweet Eli?” He drawled as his head lowered further and his lips were only inches away as our breaths tangled with each other and the scent of wine mingled between us. “That you, Armand James, are a Tyrant. “I blurted out. “Thank you for the compliment, Eli Marks “He smirked at me and my eyes widened at the realization that he was unfazed by my words, and in the next instant his lips brushed with mine and that is how we sealed our fate.

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'Why is my life full of drama, so now I can't even enter a restaurant and eat in peace' thought Emily before anyone could say anything Smack.....! A resounding slap was heard "Yay...!! Go Mummy!!!!" came an excited childish voice "That's what you get for meds with my Mom" Being a spy and later a young mistress in loveless marriage then a mother What does fate have installed for this couple plus a bonus(child) Read to find out.

Twilight of the Zodiac trilogy: Book 1 · Secrets of Starlit Hearts Book 2 · Shadows of Broken Oaths Book 3 · Echoes of Eternal Flames ※※※ In the mystical Zodiac Archipelago, Seventeen Whitlock faces a dark prophecy after losing her siblings. She must unite with allies, including the enigmatic Draco de Lavissaye, to combat an encroaching darkness. As they harness their magical powers, secrets and forbidden magic threaten to unravel their bond. In a world filled with peril and intrigue, Seventeen must navigate her destiny before the shadows consume her. ※※※ To the Dreamers and the Warriors, To those who dare to challenge fate, navigate the shadows, and embrace the magic of love amidst chaos. May you find your strength among the stars and discover the power of connection in a world where destinies intertwine. Welcome to the Zodiac Archipelago—where every constellation holds a secret, and every heart yearns for its true path. ※※※ The plan is for three books, each ones with around 100 chapters, without counting the auxiliary and extra chapters of additional content. Hope you like the worldbuilding here. The romance is a slowburn in book 1. Make sure to check out all the extra and additional chapters, it'll make your experience more complete and magical. ※※※ Check the auxiliary chapter of trigger warnings, your mental health matters. ※※※ #Fantasy #Romance #Dystopian #Adventure #Revenge #Slowburn #Prophecy #R18 #Magic #Supernatural #Dark #Sarcasm #Friendship #Manipulation #Betrayal #Banter #Action #YoungAdult #CharacterGrowth #ForbiddenMagic #ForbiddenLove #PoliticalIntrigue #FakeIdentities #Spy #Liar #IdentityStruggles #Soulmates #FatedLove #FoundFamily #Zodiac #Constellations #Monsters #Grimoire #ParentalConflict #MommyIssues #DaddyIssues #Loss #Trauma #PTSD #Mystery #Quest #Mythology #Forsaken #ForsakenGods #Danger #Duality #DualPov #Cursed #FatevsFreeWill #Healing #TrustIssues #EmotionalConflict #Desperation #Sacrifice #Rebellion #PowerStruggles #Survival #Frenemies #EnemiestoLovers #EnemiestoFriends #FriendstoLovers #Enchantment #Secrets #Illusions #Worldbuilding #Transformation

Jiang Yun died in his original world, and his spirit traveled to a cultivation world as the Holy Son of the Sacred Land of Mist. However, his new body was severely injured from being attacked by demonic cultivators and having his Sacred Bones stolen. As he was in despair, a voice from a System, known as the Villain System, sounded. Initially, he was shocked because of his experiences, which seemed like the destiny of a protagonist. However, when he discovered that his junior disciple was the true Son of Destiny and had stolen his Sacred Bones, hiding them, and was a spy for the Demonic Sect, Jiang Yun realized he was being framed. The junior disciple created false accusations against him, causing other disciples to dislike and reject him, including senior and junior disciples who shared the same master. Without hesitation, Jiang Yun decided to become the Villain. He planned for survival, gathered resources, amassed forces, and acquired subordinates. Eventually, his master decided to remove him from his position as Holy Son. He then chose to leave the Sacred Land. When he encountered an Emperor Spirit, he learned that the world was about to undergo a dramatic change in the near future. Thus, he established a Sacred Land for those who were despised and abandoned by heaven, or for those who shared his ideals.

Noah was a boy that spent his days with his alcoholic mother. Despite being born in the slums, Noah considered himself blessed. He had a mother and a job, and they could sleep with full bellies at night sometime his mother even touched his head, what more could he have asked for However, one day she died of alcohol poisoning, throwing Noah’s life into disarray. To top it off, he was sent to his so-called father, who had left his mother when he was just a baby. Together with his new family, his father left no chance to make Noah’s life even more miserable than it already was. And at the end, they even sold him to a slave trader for an opportunity. From the grief of his mother's untimely demise to sorrow and pain to anger and finally resignation. The cute little boy became numb and was about to blacken when he met a handsome boy and he…he…he fainted!! ---------------------------- When those beautiful blue orbs met the inhuman teal eyes of the villain, that was when he remembered who he was before this life Somehow, Noah, a not-so-ordinary college freshman who died due to unclear circumstances and was reincarnated as Noah, a character with the same name as him in a fantasy reverse harem novel he had read the night before. The problem was that he was the villain's lackey character in this novel, the Legendary-Ranked Beast Tamer who betrayed the villain mid-way and is revealed as a spy from the UHA. The Tiny baby villain extended his tender little hand to him. “If the light doesn’t want you, come with me to the dark side.” “Us against the world. What do you say?” “Why?” “Because I want you.” ‘Because from the moment I looked at you, I knew what I wanted to protect, at all costs.’ dclcl

I was caught in the darkness since I was young, only lived for the evil purposes of my master. I was then assigned a task to venture out of the darkness and become a spy. Unexpectedly, my new mistress and her family shown me love and warmth I have never experienced before, a strange yet beautiful feeling. Her family, friends and herself shown me that every person can still escape that wrenched place as long as you are determined to break through it. For this reason, I begin my journey on discovering the secrets that have been buried for years. each and every secret that could shake the whole continent.

In the tumultuous world of 1928 Shanghai, Dai Wei, a sharp-witted detective, and Lu Cheng, an enigmatic spy, are operatives of the feared One Corporation. Tasked with infiltrating the inner circle of the ruthless political leader Lei Weng aboard a luxury ship, their daring mission turns into chaos when a fire breaks out, causing the vessel to sink. In a desperate moment, Lu Cheng confesses his love for Dai Wei and promises to find her in another life before letting go as the ship descends into darkness. Miraculously, Dai Wei reborns as Wu Zhilan . "Different person, same feelings" is a tragic story of love, sacrifice, and second chances Will they reunite, or will the tides of destiny keep them apart?

All for the attainment of her parent's recognition, even going as far as breaking her moral boundaries and being a spy in the rival company. But eventually, they didn't hesitate to throw her under the bus leading to her marriage to the most feared business tycoon, a man who says little and glares at you through his glasses all the time. But what if this marriage is a gateway to hidden truth? A past she never knew she had and the reason for her parents' nonchalant treatment.

Jasmine is the first daughter of the great Alpha Bale. Because of her status as a bastard child, she lives a life maltreated scrubbing floors and attending to the needs of her father, step mother, step siblings and the entire pack. But her life makes a drastic turn when she is switched in place for her father’s legitimate daughter to be married off to the Handsome and Cold hearted Alpha Xaden. Xaden is determined to punish Jasmine for the sins of her father who had massacred his entire family, even though she is nothing like her father. Hate slowly turns to desire, fierce passion and finally love. But what happens when Xaden discovers that Jasmine, was planted as a spy to bring his downfall and was not in fact the original princess he was promised to? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Let this be a lesson to everyone. Royal or not, Alpha or Omega," He declares. "You will steer clear of what is mine. In my own territory. In my pack." With that, he tosses the bloodied arm aside and takes Jasmine away from their shocked gaze.