Hard Bargain

She was a 19-year-old girl who had been confined to an underground lab since childhood. She had never seen the outside world, let alone the sunlight. She knew how to speak, but didn't know what to say. She didn't know how to wear clothes or how to eat. The girl had no feelings; she didn't know what shame, love, or care meant. She was only given injections, so fear was the only emotion she knew. But one day, the lab was attacked by "Tyson Knight." Tyson Knight was a handsome 25-year-old with two sides: a rude, arrogant CEO and a dangerous, ruthless mafia boss who knew no mercy or love, only how to break people and inflict pain. What will happen when the girl and Tyson meet? What will Tyson ultimately do with her?

You..." you were the cause of my parents' death. My whole family. Annihilated." "You stole their lives, their laughter, their love. You turned my world to ash. And now, "you're paying the price. Every. Single. Ounce. Of. Pain. You. 're going to feel it all, amplified, reflected, until you break."

Kael Kaladril had once been the prince of Winterpeak, a boy with simple dreams—none greater than marrying the girl he loved. But fate had other plans. On his fifteenth birthday, his rightful claim to the throne was shattered when his own uncle, Jonathan Kaladril, sought to end his life. Bleeding out against a snow-covered rock, Kael’s vision blurred as he watched his uncle turn away, indifferent to his pleas. The assassin’s blade arced toward his neck, death mere moments away. Then—time stopped. The world stood frozen, save for Kael and the enigmatic figure before him. A god of mischief, hand outstretched, eyes gleaming with amusement. "Who… who are you?" Kael rasped, blood filling his mouth. "Who I am is of no importance, boy," the god replied, his voice layered with something strange, something unsettling. "Then… what does?" Kael forced the words past his pain. The god’s lips curled into a knowing smile. "A bargain." His outstretched hand beckoned. "Give me your soul, and I will give you the power to seek vengeance." Kael hesitated, staring at the god’s palm. A choice lay before him—one that could never be undone. But hesitation was fleeting. Summoning what little strength remained, he bit his lip and forced his trembling hand to rise. Fingers slick with his own blood, he grasped the god’s hand. "I accept your bargain."

Celestial Threads: Rebirth in Elysion Where your choices rewrite destiny… and one wrong thread could unravel the cosmos. Arin never asked to become a living pawn of the Oracle. One moment, they’re a disillusioned artist on Earth; the next, reborn into Elysion—a fractured realm of floating islands, warring cultivation sects, and celestial temples humming with forgotten technology. Here, the laws of reality are woven into a sentient tapestry… and it’s speaking to them. The Oracle’s Bargain: CHOOSE which faction to empower: The militant Skyforge Sect, who weaponize Qi as living artillery? Or the enigmatic Threadweavers, who manipulate fate itself—for a price? UNRAVEL prophecies that shift with every decision, where saving a village today might doom a continent tomorrow. DISCOVER the truth behind Arin’s rebirth: Are they a hero meant to unite Elysion… or a cosmic accident the tapestry seeks to erase? But as Arin’s latent Earthly memories clash with Elysion’s dying magic, a darker threat emerges: The Hollow Crown, a cult harvesting souls to reweave the tapestry into a weapon. Now, Arin must master both Eastern cultivation and Western techno-sorcery before their choices—and the readers guiding them—unravel existence itself.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT | HAREM | R18 | COMEDY | ACTION | FILTHY [Ding!] [You have unlocked the strongest Harem System!] Mikey Dickson, an 18-year-old webnovel addict, stumbles upon a hidden feature—one that lets him enter the novels he reads. But Mikey isn’t just any reader… he’s the biggest pervert imaginable! When given the chance to choose his adventure, does he pick epic battles or grand quests? Hell no! He chooses MILFs. [Mission Processing…] [Mission Confirmed!] [Satisfy these MILFs and capture their soul cores to grow stronger!] 'Oh my freaking god! I got a real system—just like in those novels! This can't be real!' But reality slaps Mikey hard when he accidentally enters a novel way beyond his capabilities. Now, it’s not just about satisfaction—it’s about survival. If he fails, the consequences are far worse than he ever imagined. Can Mikey conquer his world by reaching the peak of the social class, claim his rewards, and live the ultimate fantasy? Or will he get more than he bargained for? Join him on this wild, steamy, and action-packed journey! [Bonus chapters alert! Bonus chapters will be released at 20,50,100,300,1000 and 2000 powerstones. 3 to 5 Bonus chapters will be released for super gift donations!] Additionally tags: Sex| MILF | Anal | BDSM | Threesome | Mystery | Academy | Gang wars | Urban There will be SMUT, HAREM, MYSTERY, DEATH and intense story building. Feel free to ask your questions about the book in the review or comment section. Add this book to your collection and donate your power stones! Please leave a review of your thoughts of the book. Please take a chance on the book and read a few chapters atleast. Thanks again. See you in the comments!

Synopsis: "Marry me, or watch your world burn," Killian's voice was cold, carrying the weight of a threat that Elara couldn't escape. With her mother's health deteriorating, the mounting medical bills threatening to drown her family, and the expiration of their rent pushing them to the brink of eviction, Elara is left with no choice. The only option to save them is to marry Killian Hayes—the ruthless billionaire whose name strikes fear into anyone who crosses him. It’s a business deal, nothing more. Her world is about to be reduced to mere survival, and love isn't even a consideration. But as she steps into the cold, luxurious prison of Killian’s mansion, everything changes. Killian’s indifference towards her only strengthens her resolve. She's not a damsel to be saved, not a helpless woman waiting for a knight. Beneath her quiet exterior, Elara is a survivor, a force who will fight for her family’s future, even if it means sacrificing pieces of herself along the way. Yet, as the days pass, something unexpected begins to stir within her. Killian, the man who holds her life in his hands, is not the heartless monster she thought him to be. Beneath his cold demeanor lies a man burdened by his own demons, and Elara finds herself drawn to the vulnerability she hadn’t expected to see. Love is never part of the plan, but as she gets to know the real Killian, she begins to question everything. He may have manipulated her into this marriage, but what she didn’t anticipate was how deeply she could fall for a man whose heart seemed as cold as his empire. In a world where power is everything and love is a dangerous game, Elara must decide if she will let herself be consumed by the man who has the power to break her… or if she can change both their fates with the one thing he never saw coming: love. In a world built on control, sometimes love is the only thing worth fighting for.

Esther Agassi is a feared and respected woman, she worked hard to get to her position in a well-known magazine as head of the marketing team and is working as hard to keep it, so hard she might as well have lost the ability to enjoy anything else other than work, work and work but all that changes the very moment her team's new intern walks into her office... Do you believe in hate at first sight? Age Gap | Office Romance | Rom-com

in this novel there is two person male and female which get summon in martial arts world and there journey get started

"Go Hard Go Home" is an uplifting and motivational tale that will inspire readers to tap into their own inner strength and pursue their passions with unrelenting drive. With its positive message and relatable protagonist, this book is sure to resonate with anyone looking for a story of hope, courage, and triumph.

After the formation of 'the third temple' in Israel, everyone thought this will bring peace. But it wasn't the case. Haunted by his wrong-doings, and forced into a deadly bargain, Dante is stuck in the dark world of religious and political extremism. But soon, he uncovers a conspiracy fueled by extremism and twisted prophecies. As USA and the whole world teeters on the brink of chaos, he must uncover the truth behind all of this. Dante, a self deceptive coward who wants to be something greater than life. Can he achieve this under this moral crisis? (This is my first writing experience so please bear with subtle inconsistencies and grammar mistakes)

The death of the High King’s only son initiates the King Trials; demanding the eldest pureblood from each Regnum. Aurora, the estranged and bastard-born daughter of Regnum Valwa, is the only female among eight other Herems. One of noble blood who lived her life in destitution, with her mother and her ill-stricken father and brother. She is blood-bound to compete in the King Trials on the bargain that if she represents Regnum Valwa, her father and brother will receive the treatment they so desperately need. However, this is no easy feat, she is faced against ruthless rivals, dangerous mythological beings and creatures, forced to fight in bloody duels with an onslaught of death-defying challenges that forges a woman into a warrior; a scoundrel into a soldier. A chronicle of duty and bravery, a story brimming with riveting action, an enemies-to-lovers romance with war-provoking betrayals that reveal they are all pawns in a much larger game.

He called me his ruin. Then he made me one. Alpha Shiloh's rejection wasn’t just a scar—it was a betrayal. He left me shattered. Broken. And I had to rebuild myself in silence. I almost forgot the way his touch once burned like salvation. Now he’s back. Not to beg forgiveness. To bargain. A deadly mission, he says. He promises freedom. But then presence ignites my wolf into a frenzy. She thrashes, desperate to claim him again. But I remember the coldness in his eyes when he exiled me. The way the pack turned their backs as I crawled into the wilderness, half-dead and wholly broken. Hate simmers hotter than desire. Yet here I am, bargaining with the devil who shattered me. Every moment we share is a lie. He doesn’t know about the shadows I’ve fed, the truth I’ve buried. Or the child. One whisper of its existence, and the pack will paint the forest with my blood. But the closer we get to completing his mission, the harder it is to hide… from him, or from the part of me that still craves him. Freedom has a price. So does vengeance. And I’m not sure which will destroy me first.

“We are just simple people daiwik,no one’s gonna write about us!” Fourteen-year-old Daiwik grapples with a reality stranger than fiction. Diagnosed with a developmental disability, he feels like a side character in his own life. Enter Dev, a mysterious voice that bends reality and mocks his very existence. A twisted bargain offers a chance to escape – a new life, a different reality. But the choice shatters everything. Dev, a trickster with a reality-bending tongue, promises him a life beyond limitations. But the choice comes at a chilling cost - a split existence. Daiwik finds himself torn between two irreconcilable realities: the life he craved and the one he left behind.

Estella was betrothed to Viscount Alistair Ravensdale, a man in his seventies and old enough to be her grandfather. The thought of belonging to him made her sick. But she had no choice. As the illegitimate daughter of the Baron of Cleverview, she had known only servitude under her stepmother, the Baroness, and her twin stepsisters, Geraldine and Georgina. Estella became the price of his silence when the Baron embezzled public funds to indulge his wife’s extravagant tastes. The Viscount, willing to cover up the debt, demanded her as payment. She would be his fourth wife and the only one still alive. Estella would rather die than waste away in an isolated castle bound to a man she loathed. Duke Félix of Châteaubriant was engaged to the King of England’s daughter, Coralie. No one had forced him into it, and no one could. He needed a duchess to manage his estates and was growing tired of fleeting affairs. To him, marriage was a contract and a practical arrangement. But that was before Estella. A chance encounter at Lady Agatha’s ball left the Duke and Estella in a compromising situation. Seeing an opportunity, Estella blackmailed Felix into granting her the one thing she had always wanted: freedom from her family and the future they had imposed on her only if the Baron and Baroness would let her go without a fight. Would her gamble pay off, or had she only succeeded in trading one cage for another?

Discord: https://discord.gg/2pp2DermTh A remake of another novel I created. Kazuki Takumi Amagiri was always a kid with a troubling life, abusive parents, poverty, being bullied at school you know the usual sob story that probably goes in a documentary for the early life of a serial killer or something. Throughout his life he's always wondered if maybe the reason world hates him was because he had the audacity to exist. But through a series of events he met his best friend and was introduced to a series of games where he found his spark of resilience to carry on in life in a character named Markus one of the main antagonists of the book. And ten years later he's a university student, dormmates with his best friend and is just about to finish getting his degrees. He'd also just finished playing the third installment in a his favorite video game franchise All was going well in life, things were looking up until in one cruel twist it was over, no fanfare, no "going out with a bang", Kazuki's life just fizzled out like a candle in the wind. Curiously though, Kazuki's story was not over as he found himself in the body of "Markus" at the start of his story. How will this strangely ironic twist of fate change the world at large? And more importantly how will it change our main character?

A NEET, wasting away in front of his computer, raging at a toxic online game—until a sudden heart attack ended his life. But death wasn’t the end. In a strange white void, he met a mysterious deity—the very player who caused his final loss. Given a chance to reincarnate, He made one simple wish: to laze around and enjoy life. The deity agreed. With a catch. Unknown to him he must earn his peaceful life, He must first survive in a new world—a vast, medieval fantasy realm filled with warring kingdoms, powerful magic, and terrifying monsters. With a sharp mind, a lazy streak, and an ever-growing thirst for power, He must navigate this dangerous world, outsmart those who would use him, and find a way to secure the easy life he was promised. But as tensions rise and war looms, one thing becomes clear: The lazy life might just be the hardest goal of all.

Evangeline never meant to make a deal with the devil—especially not this one. After a drunken night at a forbidden magic auction, she finds herself bound by an infernal contract to Lucien, a dangerously charming sorcerer with a wicked smile and an agenda of his own. To break the curse, she must endure a "courting period" with him, playing the role of his betrothed while navigating the dark underbelly of high society. But Lucien enjoys their predicament far too much, and the more Evangeline fights him, the more entangled she becomes in his web of power, secrets, and temptation. As sparks fly and deadly forces close in, Evangeline must decide: escape this bargain before it’s too late—or risk losing her heart to the devil she never meant to love.

"Duty demands I marry him. My heart warns me not to trust him. But the kingdom is dying, and I have no choice." Princess Elara of Bellmere will do anything to save her crumbling kingdom—even if it means tying herself to Kieran Blake, a ruthless billionaire with a reputation for taking everything he touches. Their marriage is a cold-blooded bargain: his power and wealth in exchange for her crown. But behind his charm lies a man with secrets as dangerous as the enemies circling her kingdom—and Elara soon learns Kieran didn’t come to Bellmere just to save it. As hidden truths come to light and dangerous enemies close in, their fragile alliance will face its greatest test. Will Elara and Kieran find strength in each other, or will the cracks in their bond shatter both their hearts and the future of Bellmere?

He was a beast. She was a witch. He had come to her seeking help. Lydia the witch had asked for something simple in return for her help… That he lifted the ban on witches. He agreed. She rendered her help. But the reward she got was not what they had bargained. Rather than lifting the ban on witches, she got a sword to her stomach, and was left to be devoured by the beasts of the forest. But as fate will have it, she is given a second chance at life, to roam the earth as a beast just like him. Lydia the witch… the WereWitch is out to get one thing and one thing only. Revenge on the bastard who had turned her into a wretched beast and betrayed her. All Lydia wants is the fall of Cassius Thaddeus, Emperor of Cazroth

While walking home from school his life takes a turn when a quirky detective, Kento Sugo, suddenly asks for his help in solving a minor theft. Reluctantly, Akihiro gets pulled into the case, only to realize there's more to it than he thought. Soon, he's caught up in solving a string of odd mysteries alongside Sugo, uncovering secrets, lies, and danger at every turn. What started as a simple request quickly becomes much more than Akihiro bargained for.

Alex Mercer never thought his life would end on a rainy night, skidding off a slick highway in his beat-up car. But death wasn't the end; it was just the beginning of his nightmare. Waking up in the fiery depths of hell, Alex faced Lucifer himself, a devilish grin plastered across the fallen angel's face. "You were destined for eternal torment," Lucifer said, his voice smooth as silk yet carrying the weight of countless damnations. "But I have a proposition for you." The deal was simple yet horrifying. If Alex wanted a second chance at life, he had to rid the Earth of Lucifer's escaped minion demons who had broken their chains and now wreaked havoc among the living. The reward? A ticket back to hell, but this time as Lucifer's lieutenant rather than a prisoner. To fulfill his part of the deal, Alex was granted a fragment of Lucifer's power: the ability to summon hellfire, manipulate shadows, and sense the presence of evil. Armed with these abilities, Alex is sent back to Earth, but not as the man he once was. Now, he's something more a hunter, a reaper of the damned. Yet as Alex fights to send demons back to hell, he begins to question the true cost of the deal. What will remain of his soul when the last demon falls? And can he trust Lucifer, the Prince of Lies, to keep his word?

In a world where magic and mortal realms intertwine, Alara, a talented but reclusive young witch, finds herself trapped in a dangerous bargain. To prevent a war between her people (Humans) and the powerful Fae kingdom of the Night Court, she is promised as a bride to Lord Kael, the enigmatic and feared ruler of the court. But the almighty king has a curse, whoever he touches will succumb to death. Will Alara be able to break the curse with her enchanted magic and survive a death sentence?

Reality can be harsh. Cold, unrelenting, but honest. It's enough to make anyone want to run away. Maybe to bury a past mistake, hide from who they once were, or try to live a fantasy life they feel they deserve. But attempting to escape will simply lead you to a different form of reality, one far crueler. A young man on the run finds himself in this strange new world. A world ruled by savage monsters and people who label him as one. It should've been simple enough, fight to survive, to take what he wants and needs. But reality is always more complicated than that. But he's not the problem, and he refuses to even humor that notion, the world's just unfair. Simple as that. So he's made the choice to do what he can to get back home regardless of the cost. But the weight of his decisions looms over him as he becomes more involved with those in this new world, the potential consequences becoming more catastrophic with each waking moment. Will he be overwhelmed by this cruel world? Will he become the monster he believes he’s destined to be, or will he find a new path? A road not taken? It'll make all the difference.

Auriel, the Goddess of Balance, was once revered among the pantheon of deities for her immense power. However, her chronic clumsiness and inability to manage divine tasks without causing unintended disasters have made her the laughingstock of the gods. After one particularly disastrous mistake (accidentally flooding an entire celestial city), she’s banished to the human realm as punishment. Her mistake? Seducing the Chief God's daughter and make her fall for Auriel? Her next task? Select the next ruler of Earth. Her problem? Every "candidate" is a strong-willed, talented woman who, instead of vying for Earth’s throne, seems more interested in vying for Auriel’s heart. ____ Will have r18, smut, futa, harem and so much more

When a notorious crime lord and a mad scientist hijack a Delta-class civilian star cruiser, the Galactic Bounty Hunter's Association calls upon their most formidable task force. Assigned to kill or capture the high value targets, this team known as 'The Enforcers' accepts a couple of bounties that turn out to be far more than they bargained for.

Its a story about dying and turning into a zombie, being summoned as pet, working hard to earn money and making sure the one who summoned him doesn't die of hunger, working hard to become more powerful to make sure his summoner doesn't die after being attacked, working hard to become the most beautiful so his summoner doesn't go after other beauties and die if they turned out to be assassins (Really not because he loved him or anything). Working hard to ... Wait a second after others die they rest in peace why the heck is he working so hard he also wants to rest. "Okay. You go rest I'll do all the work." whispered a voice in his ear as it picked him up gently taking him to bed. This is a story about a zombie who was given a second chance at life?? death?? (This is so confusing. Blame the author) This is a story about a human becoming a zombie learning to become a human (is it a zombie or a human? make up your mind author)

~This story is the old version of "Early Player"~ Jomei Hiroya, considered a "noob" by Ultimate Bounty Hunter players, has poured his soul into his Mod, making the game almost impossible to complete. However, he'll realize the full extent of his actions when it becomes real.

*Sigh* Hello there, Foreign Constellations. The name's Rose... *Runs a hand through hair exasperatedly* I was the 70th Floor Administrator for a Tower called "Aligor's Return"; but upon the sudden deletion of an important Administrator of another Tower, I'm now forced to transfer Towers and manage six additional floors. *Sigh* I could barely manage one floor. What makes the Gods assume I can handle seven floors in total? Especially since this new Tower is infested with Regressors, Reincarnators, and plain old Fortune Tellers. What am I supposed to do? *Sigh* I hope I get along well with my fellow Administrators. I feel like I might need their help...

She was born a thief. He was born a king. Fate never meant for them to meet. When Oliver demands priceless treasures from King Darius in exchange for Odi’s freedom from him, the royal court erupts in scandal. Yet, rather than bargain with a villain, the young king buys Odi outright, an act that earns her resentment. She wants freedom, not a master. Darius, however, offers her a deal—steal one final treasure with his help, and she will be free. As they navigate betrayal, magic, and forbidden love, Odi must decide: seize her freedom or surrender to the one man she swore to hate.