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In a world where power defines destiny, five ancient families guard the delicate balance between empires and chaos. Their crown prince, born into privilege yet driven by ambition plays a game of manipulation, betrayal, and war. The fractured peace of the realm crumbles when the battle for the throne begins and ambition of five families grow The Crown of Ashen Blood is a tale of ambition, sacrifice, and the fragile humanity at the heart of power. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, one question remains: who will ascend the throne, and at what cost?

The light is here because the darkness exists. Just like that, the human realm exists because the demon realm is here. And in the great palace of the Blade Empire, a crown touches the peak of its glory before it falls from its grace. Lush Von Blade, the royal crown prince of one of the greatest Empire in the southern continent. He is loyal but betrayed. On the other hand, where even the Gods fear to set a foot on, a demon lord abides. His grace and cruelty have been unseen for centuries. He is the supremacy in the three realms. While Lush is the light, he is the darkness. Each exists because the other is here.

His gaze slowly drifted up to her knees, and then her thighs. The soft white skin-it all looked so smooth. She watched him, marveling at how he seemed to memorize every detail of her. It made her feel so warm inside, to know that the sight of her body captivated his attention so much. When his gaze fell upon her pussy, he was taken aback. He cocked his head and met her gaze. She suddenly got self-conscious and sat up. "What? Is there something wrong?" He was staring at her bush, or more precisely. the lack thereof! There was no hair on her mons, just a thin strip of dark curly hair that started just above the hood of her clit, went up three inches, and stopped. He was totally confused. He had never seen any woman that had just a thin strip of hair down there. It was either all over and thick; or, if they were very young, not there yet, or just some fuzz. His head was cocked at an angle and his ears were fully forward, his forehead wrinkled as he tried to figure out why it looked the way it did. She saw his expression was one of confusion, not disgust as she had feared. She relaxed a little.

From the Shadow and Blood universe. Rebirth should be a new beginning, but for Liu Weishan, it was a fate imposed upon him. Returning to his new life at the age of fourteen, he was shaped by the relentless discipline of the Celestial Council until he ascended to the title of Celestial Official — an honor wrapped in chains. Serving the heavens is not a privilege, it is an oath. Irrevocable. Unquestionable. His first mission, however, tears the veil of supposed divine truths. A legendary artifact has disappeared, and its mere existence threatens to crumble both the Celestial Realm and the mortal world. To find it, Liu Weishan is thrown into a dangerous game, where the rules are as volatile as the promises of the gods. Accompanied by Lan Fengxian — a former Celestial Official in exile, bitter and full of secrets — he traverses paths shrouded in darkness, where the sky is not as pure as it seems, and allies are as dangerous as enemies. But the real threat lies not only in the loss of the artifact, or in the forces that seek to control it. From the shadows, something greater watches him. Something that tests his ideals, his oath, and his very soul. In the end, the quest is not just about what Liu Weishan can save, but about what he will be forced to lose. His ideals? His faith? Or the last fragment of himself that still believes in heaven? a Brazilian Novel.

Andras’s greatest desire finally comes true taking the throne of Fenalore after betraying and murdering his own brother and his wife. The kingdom is left in ruin, its people silenced under his iron rule. But not everyone is willing to submit. Mira, a maid in the royal household, escapes the chaos with the true heir, baby Darius, in her arms. She makes a silent vow: to protect him and prepare him for the day he can return and take back what is his. As years pass and the truth of the past begins to unravel, Darius’s journey will test not only his strength but also his understanding of loyalty, family, and the cost of power. Beneath the crown lies a story of betrayal, sacrifice, and the hope for redemption.

“Congratulations, you have been hired as the personal assistant…” “Really!” Grace exclaimed even before Jace Brandon, the CEO of Brandon Corporations could finish his statement. The growing sparkle in Grace’s eyes did not escape the keen sight of Jace. “To my son,” he completed. “Yes, I’m very much delighted to take up the position of the personal assistant to … your what?!” Grace’s eyes almost popped out of their socket as she completed “son?” listlessly. “You heard me right,” Jace replied coldly as he stared at Grace. “Is that not the same as being employed as your child’s nanny?” Grace asked doubtfully. “If you want to put it that way, yes.” Jace replied nonchalantly. “In other words…” Grace began. “You are officially my son’s nanny, if you accept the offer,” Jace Brandon completed. “If there is nothing else, this interview is officially over.” ********* Grace Fowler, who had always dreamt of becoming a top designer in the biggest designing firm in the country was blacklisted for exposing sensitive company information due to a set up by the ones she trusted the most— her boyfriend and her kid sister. Shattered and battered, she set out for greener pastures in an unknown land and ended up being hired as a nanny to the son of Jace Brandon, the wealthiest billionaire in San Francisco. But the scariest thing was when her job description was gradually amended to not only taking care of the five year old autistic son of the CEO but the widowed CEO himself. What does the future hold for her when suddenly, everything around her begins to change and her past comes calling again with the sudden appearance of her boss’s late wife. Will Grace be able to let go of her past and embrace the joy of fighting for the heart of the man her heart yearns for, or settle for happiness in the arms of Trent, her boss’s cousin, who literally adores the ground Grace walks on?

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WARNING! -DARK ROMANCE- A shifter will only have mate from their kind, but what happens if you are the last creature of your kind? Lycan. He is the last of his kind and is the most terrifying type of shifter. But, as scary as he was, he was alone. However, in order to survive, you don’t have to be the strongest, just deadliest. *** He looked at her like he had never seen anyone before. The sight of her calmed the rush in his ears, the beat of his heart and finally he was able to focus again… “She is no longer your responsibility. She is mine to deal with now,” the lycan said.

“I am the Night Painter. A painter who travels through a land where Nightmares, Spirits, and far worse exist. With my power, I can oppose anything, including the evils that lurk beneath...” “I have learnt my purpose. To create the foundation for a new world, under the gaze of the Gods.” “I, who are their grace, personified, shall become Lord.” “In Their will.”

Reborn as a warrior, Kaelan seeks to unite all tribes, small and large, under the banner of the Great Kaelon Empire. His ambition burns like a wildfire, fueled by a vision of peace and prosperity. But his path to empire is paved with struggle, forcing him to confront the darkness of his past and the challenges of forging a united future.

Kael Draven lived a simple life, crafting swords and tools in the quiet town of Eldhaven. But the day he found the Bloodbound Crown, that life was ripped away. Forged in blood and shadow, the crown is no ordinary artifact—it’s alive, hungry for blood and it wants Kael. It fills his mind with visions of fire and destruction, whispering promises of a power so vast and wide that it could remake the world. But with power comes danger. Hunted by those who seek the crown and haunted by the dark queen who created it, Kael is caught in a battle he never wanted. Now bound to the crown, Kael is thrust into a world of betrayal, deadly secrets, and ancient wars. As enemies close in and the crown’s power grows, Kael must decide: will he fight against its curse, or become the monster it was made to create? And even though the crown chose him, Kael must choose his own fate.

A boy thrust into tragedy takes on a new identity, hiding his past while navigating the halls of an elite academy. As secrets and betrayals unravel, he uncovers the dark truths behind his family's fall. Amidst conspiracies, hidden enemies, and unexpected bonds, he seeks justice and redemption. Will his resolve carry him through, or will the weight of revenge consume him? A gripping tale of survival, identity, and slow-burn romance awaits in Shadows of the Crown.

Briana is a duke's daughter who's been on the battlefield for almost a decade. After ten years of battling, what she comes back home to is a run away younger syster, whom she has to replace in an arranged marriage. "Father! How can you do this to me? All I ever asked of you was an a few years older, soft-hearted, husband who faints at the sight of blood! Now you want me to marry a younger bloodthirsty man, who also happens be our houses enemy? Have I not dealt with enough enemies?" "It is his majesty's orders! Did I tell you syster to run away? No! What do you think should we become traitors? Do you expect our entire house to die because you want a cute husband?" "Yes! I don't care!" "Guards drag Briana to her room! Servant! Servants! Make her look like a decent lady! Her carriage will be here in one hour!"

"You were sent to kill me, weren't you?" She asked in a low yet enchanting voice as she traced the cold silvery blade with her slender fingers while a beautiful smile danced on her red plump lips. Tracing the sharp edge of the cold blade with her fingers, she taunted, "But here we are, and still, you can't bring yourself to do it." ... Lores of a powerful night creature were told, and yet those who told didn't believe in it themselves, for they'd ripped their existence from the pages of history and deduced them to myths until she emerged to live. She, a powerful night creature, whose race was erased from the history, and rumored to possess immense power in her blood, appeared in the oblivion world who doesn't know about her existence A young girl named Carline Valentine is enrolled at Shadowthorne Academy solely for protection, but what if this protection is the real danger itself? He enrolls into the academy as a transfer student but beneath this facade is a dangerous assassin on a mission. The hunter meets his prey but decides to play before killing, but when the game turns into addiction, he hesitates to kill. A dangerous attraction between an assassin and his target: will he kill her, or is it the beginning of a beautifully dark romance? …

After losing both his parents, Alexander finds himself lost and consumed by grief. But instead of falling apart, he makes a bold choice—to take control of the underworld and build his own empire. With years of training and a determination fueled by pain, he dives into a dangerous world where trust is rare, and betrayal is everywhere.

In a world where extraterrestrial secrets are concealed, Ethan, the son of a military-involved alien father, grapples with identity and belonging. Raised by his human mother, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his origins, all while attempting to restore balance to the universe. As he navigates the challenges of fitting in, Ethan, alongside a group of individuals discover that self belief holds the key to unraveling the cosmic mysteries that shape their very destinies but that was just the beginning.

Ziros, a king who had no remorse in killing every witches. Indeed, a man who had taken a liking of watching their dead bodies remained unburied and unthetered to the ground. However, the witches had fled and disappared without any trace before she could annihilate their kind. Asteria, a witch whose blood contributed to the magic that causes every witch to glamour themselves in order to survive had unknowingly met the king and instead of killing her, made her his prisoner. Asteria will free herself no mater what. But will she be prepared to face of what awaits her on her daunting task of escape, or will her soul be reaped by Ziros before she could even grasp her freedom by her own hands.

Kael Ardyn awakens in a crypt shrouded in darkness, his past erased and his future bound to an artifact of unimaginable power: the Crown of Shadows. Once a tyrant king whose ambition brought empires to ruin, Kael is now cursed to walk the path of redemption—or descend once more into chaos. Haunted by visions of his own atrocities and pursued by those who seek to claim the crown for themselves, Kael must unravel the secrets of his forgotten life while resisting the crown's seductive whispers of power. But as the line between salvation and damnation blurs, Kael discovers that the wheel of fate is relentless, and shadows are not so easily escaped. In a world teetering on the brink of war, where loyalty and betrayal are as fleeting as light, Kael must decide: will he rise as a savior or fall as the shadowed king once more? The past does not forget, and neither does the Crown.

“Love me for a year and when it is all over, you are free to go” Her words, not his. Her words. So why did it feel like her whole world was crashing as the year neared its end? Olivia Baker’s world ended when her fiance cheated on her with her best friend or was it when she found out the man she loved was only using her to get her father’s company? Was it even crazier that she loved him still?

*** weekly update on Wednesday *** They hurt you, they do it intentionally just to make sure you won't be better than them.  They pull you down so you can't go up.  They drown you so you don't have breath to cry. Fame has blinded them for so long, now they can't see what you used to mean to them. So they stab you and use your blood as the red carpet. And you know it, But you can't escape this torturous life. You know why? Because you still love them. What a waste of feelings, now you can't love anyone else, even yourself.

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-WARNING - ADULT AND MATURED SCENES WERE DEPICTED IN THIS BOOK In the game of love, these two players don't intend to win. *Dual POV:* *Richard Wellington's Story* Born with a weak heart, billionaire Richard Wellington has always shielded himself from love, fearing the risk of heartbreak. But when his parents insist he chooses a wife from a selection of 15 high-society candidates, Richard must confront his deepest fears. *Sofia Blake (Reed)'s Story* Fashion enthusiast Sofia Blake has been burned by love and believes it's a fool's game. Desperate to escape her cruel stepmother and evil stepsisters, Sofia accepts a job as Richard's personal assistant and judge for his wife search. But as she navigates the treacherous waters of high society, Sofia finds herself drawn to the one man she's supposed to resist. As Richard and Sofia work together, their initial disdain for each other slowly gives way to a forbidden attraction. But with their past heartaches and fears threatening to tear them apart, can they find a way to heal and open their hearts to each other? Will the Wellington Empire's legacy be secured, or will Richard and Sofia's love be the downfall of everything they hold dear?" What happens when these two individuals who hate each other and are unreceptive to love, starts growing feelings for each other?

Have you ever felt the world just stop, your heart skipping a beat, and time slowing down with just one look at someone? That is exactly what happened to the prince in In a Hunt for the Enthusiast. There he stood, entranced. She was glorious and beyond anything he had ever seen: moonlight skin, lips dabbled with the barest tinge of crimson, eyes.eyes that could rival the beauty of nature itself. The princess was perfect, and at this moment, the prince's heart was no longer his. But wait-intriguing, isn't it? Who is this enchanting woman who has so easily be-spelled the prince? And who is this prince? What about him? Are they opposites, or is there something that connects them more than people might notice? These are just the start. In a Hunt for the Enthusiast, the book is not merely a tale of mystery but of discovery, secrets, and unexpected connections. Each page peels back layers of their worlds, revealing not only who they are but why their meeting will change everything. So, dear reader, ready to uncover the truth? Dive into the story and let it take you on a thrilling ride. I promise-you're going to love it! Until the next chapter update: keep reading, keep loving, and most importantly, stay curious.

"From the grave rise two men without eyes, Holding a heart in their hands. And I weep over my brother, Is this my blood, or his?" In a land once ablaze with the flames of glory, a bloody uprising turned everything to ashes, giving rise to a fanatic regime founded upon the religion of Firinic. Yet amidst the ruins, one soul has sworn to one day return to this forsaken land and reclaim their stolen rights with blood, rising from the fire and ashes. This is a Requiem for Fire-a Fire in which courage, vengeance, and hope burn to bend destiny before the will of justice. It is the chronicle of a hundred years of torment, a century that serves as a poignant reminder of a forgotten truth: "Justice lives in the heart of those who resist."

Follow Morwen on a journey as she discovers who she is in a world full of chaos and destruction after the loss of her family. Has her fate been decided for her or will she follow her own path...

In a world divided by power and blood, love is the deadliest game of all. Princess Seraphina has spent her life trapped within the gilded walls of royalty, a pawn in political alliances she never agreed to. Desperate for freedom, she dreams of a life beyond the throne—until one fateful night changes everything. Lorenzo De Luca, the infamous mafia heir, is a shadow feared by kings and criminals alike. Ruthless, enigmatic, and cold, he lives by one rule: loyalty above all.

Please, this book is a slow pace. And please, read the first five chapters before deciding either to drop it or not~~ ____ Every lady's wish was to look pretty, find the one who happened to be their soulmate, and live happily. But the reverse was the case for Prince Eldie Romanus Heart. Born a female and raised as a man, Eldie had only one wish: to live a normal life. But fate denied her that life, especially when her father decided to crown her as the crown prince of the Heart kingdom, unaware of Eldie's true gender. Her life as the crown prince of the Heart kingdom was short-lived when her stepbrother found out about her identity and betrayed her. Instead of sentencing her to death for deceiving the king and the kingdom, she was married off to a king said to be the ugliest man in the universe. She thought her life as a queen in an unknown land wasn't going to be harder than hiding her identity, but she was wrong! Hell awaits her in a kingdom filled with people conspiring against her husband and ruled by her husband's enemy in his place. *** “Do you know how hard it was for me to watch people rule my kingdom in my stead and everyone calling me the ugliest across the continent because I haven't shown my face for once?” King Cadmail asked coldly, hiding the pain that lingered inside his chest. “You can never understand the pain! Just act as some worthless girl sent as a piece exchange for a land!” His words hit Eldie's face like a slap. “You have everyone at your beck and call and a family who supports you... But I don't. I am a traitor who deceived her kingdom for twenty years,” she muttered, the pain of betrayal overwhelming her. She fought many battles her father couldn't and brought back victories, yet everyone didn't hesitate to turn their back on her, including her father! “Supporting family? People at my beck and call?” He sneered. “Do you even know what it was like having a heart disease? Do you know the pain of being useless? If you think you know, give me your heart and take everything!”

meredith life has been filled with turmoil and trouble, from her parents abandoning her to being abducted and when she think everything is finally over for a, a stranger comes into her life and saves her from danger... and she think of him as finally her way out to be protected, but what will happen to her when the strange helper wants nothing to do with her? Will she find a way to be protect by him or will they go their separate ways

A beautiful country that was eyed by many rich people who wanted to own it. Despite the land being destroyed by the foreigners who once came as refugees it still continues to be a pure and holy land full of beauty. The people of this country has endured a lot and one day they will get the biggest rewards for enduring it all.