Is The Second Mrs Gioconda Historical

Marriage is a happiness, it's life. However, this is not the same in Ashley Scott's case. After almost five years with her husband, Nathan Li, Ashley was tired. She wanted to be free and that would only happen if they got divorced. Nathan, on the other hand, did not want that. Ashley was his other half, his person and separating from her was something he could not stand. Ashley didn't want Nathan, but Nathan wanted her. With the revelation of secrets, would the couple be able to get past their trials and sustain their marriage, or would they forever be apart? *Excerpt He held her shoulders, his dark blue eyes glowing in the dark. "No one else can have you, Ashley. You're only mine." The scene then changed. This time, the blue-eyed man was kissing her. After, he spoke, "You know what I'm capable of, Ashley. You're only mine."

After confessing her love to her childhood best friend, Gabrielle finds herself rejected and sold to a cruel high official in exchange for power by the best friend whom she loved so much. Hurt, betrayed, subjected to abuse, and stripped of her noble title Gabrielle begins to lose all hope until one day she runs into a man from a neighboring kingdom in need of help. Despite the danger Gabrielle agrees to help this man get back to his kingdom only to find that he is King and he is smitten with her. Will Gabrielle find her happily ever after with her new found love or will a sudden change of heart from her childhood best friend tear them apart?

Hiromi is a fourteen-year-old girl who dreams about making Orbpan better by joining the police force.

Aurora "Rory" Thompson, a talented but struggling artist, inherits a vineyard in Tuscany from her estranged grandmother. Rory hasn't seen the vineyard since her childhood, when her parents' messy divorce drove her family apart. Upon arrival, Rory discovers the vineyard is on the brink of bankruptcy. Enter Luca Bianchi, a handsome and brooding local winemaker who's been managing the vineyard. Luca is initially resistant to Rory's presence, but they're forced to work together to save the vineyard. As they navigate the challenges of reviving the vineyard, Rory and Luca uncover hidden secrets about their families' pasts, including a decades-old feud between their families. Despite the tension, they can't deny their growing attraction.

Draven is a magic professor in a fantasy world. He is also an earl, notorious for his evil deeds and mistakes since youth. His downfall is due to a curse that hinders his intellectual potential and his talents. Eventually, he becomes a villain, losing everything he holds dear: his siblings, fiancée, house, domain, and more. After a miserable death, he reincarnates in the modern world as Dravis Granger. In his new life, he grows up to be a highly intellectual individual oblivious towards his previous life, becoming a young professor in mechanical engineering and a researcher. However, he harbors a strange obsession with creating a game, fueled by vivid imaginings of another world. This obsession leads him to develop a game that mirrors his previous life. Upon completing his virtual reality world, he regains his past memories. Overwhelmed by intense emotions—rage, sadness, and the realization of his past ugliness—he suffers a fatal heart attack. In his final moments, he hears a voice, seemingly from the world itself, offering him a chance to return to his original fantasy world. However, he would only retain the memories of his modern life, not those of his first life’s mistakes. He agrees and is reincarnated once more, this time with the knowledge of a modern mechanical engineering professor. But one thing about the Dravis Granger, he's not just a mechanical engineer professor. Not just a straight, killer genius professor. He has his ideals, and the world is too full of villains for his great idealism. So he strived, with his great mind, he became a mastermind. But not as a villain, but as a person who has lost hope in police and justice, and decided to help the people by his own hand. Collecting victims and invited those handpicked talents to his side, making several insane stunts, assassinating, trapping, and eradicating the scums from the world. But now in this fantasy world, he has to survive from multiple factions trying to kill him, protect his domain, protect his siblings, protect his fiance, and the most important thing. Protect the world. But he hadn't lost the Dravis from the modern world. As a professor at the morning, an earl at the afternoon, and a dark knight at the night. _____________________________ "You've hurt my student." Draven stands still, no mana seems to emit from him, but just a single frown. A frown that is enough to make the room's heavy. "As a teacher, you think I would leave you unpunished?" "You seem to think that I care about your position, Prince Hermit. But believe me," Draven took a slow step. "Not even your father could protect you from me," _____________________________ Daily Update 2 Chapters = 14 chapters/week Some Friendly Rewards 100 Powerstones = +2 chapters in that day 200 Powerstones = +4 chapters in that day 50 Golden Tickets = +4 chapters in that day 1 Gift = +4 chapters in that day _____________________________ One of the King of Kings Series

After a decade of battling for dominance in the virtual world of Ethereal Requiem, Kane Ryker, the legendary Phantom Strategist, is betrayed by his own team and cast aside by a ruthless corporation. Forced to delete his prized character and left with nothing but shattered dreams, Kane wakes up to a shocking twist—he’s been sent back in time to his younger self, before the rise of his former empire. Armed with the knowledge of the future and unmatched skills, Kane vows to rebuild his legacy and exact revenge on those who wronged him. But in this second chance, will he choose a new path, or is he destined to repeat the same mistakes? WARNING! Full of cliché RPG elements, forging, alchemy, kingdom building, beast fusion, and some romance. No harem.

Layla Nightshade, a rising star in the acting world, is determined to become one of the greatest actresses. Her journey is fueled by her admiration for Zaya Swanson, a top model with a mysterious, icy heart. Two years after their first encounter, fate brings them together again when Zaya is forced to take on a lead role in a movie alongside Layla. As they navigate the challenges of the film set, Layla’s warmth begins to melt Zaya’s defenses. However, Zaya’s reluctance to engage in romantic scenes and her disdain for acting create tension. Layla is determined to uncover the reasons behind Zaya’s cold demeanor and help her rediscover the joy in life and love.

Stuck in a mundane finance job and burdened by his father’s high expectations, Alex Han feels like a failure. When an alien observer mistakenly abducts him while trying to capture an ant, Alex finds himself thrust into an unexpected adventure. In a panic, he activates what he thinks is an escape pod, only to discover it’s a time machine that fuses him with a pair of futuristic headphones—now the alien’s makeshift form. As the duo navigates Alex’s earlier years, they must confront their insecurities and prove Alex’s significance to the future. With the help of his foul-mouthed extraterrestrial companion, Alex learns that true worth comes from within—even if it takes a chaotic journey through time to discover it.

One day a series of weird murders start stocking up and detective Jiho Woo tries finding out the secret only to be astonished and horrified by the new world he had found.

In a world of wealth and deceit, Zephyrine Cloutier seeks vengeance against those who destroyed her. Reincarnated two years before her tragic death, she's determined to reclaim her rightful position. But fate entwines her with Kendrick Desjardins, a brilliant entrepreneur hiding secrets of his own. Their marriage sparks a dangerous game of power, loyalty, and passion. As Zephyrine navigates ruthless business rivals, she must confront her own darkness. Will her thirst for revenge consume her, or will love redeem her? Excerpt “Don't you know how to knock? I am a lady,” Zephyrine taunted since he no longer saw her as his wife. He should endure the pain and embarrassment of barging into a lady's room. Kendrick nodded as if she wasn't talking to her, “I'll be off. Get ready if you don't want to be left alone.” He turned around and left. Zephyrine clicked her tongue, at least he was better than some men who would abandon their wives to be with their mistress. Huh? Zephyrine widened her eyes as a thought dawned on her. The word mistress actually rings a bell to her ear. Alexandra was her only competitor. Is Kendrick planning on cheating on her with Charlotte in this house? At the big entrance gate was a name engraved, Paradisio Elite. Zephyrine's expression changed, the car was not stopped by the gatekeepers at the gate. With a light push, the door opened wide enough for them to enter. Zephyrine was sure that by the end of the day, she would have to go to the hospital to get glasses. No word was enough to compliment the house. Her heart warmed up when she thought of how much he must have spent on the design. She bit her lip and held Kendrick's hand, “I..” “Welcome home!” The sound of popping balloons stopped Zephyrine from saying what she had been trying to control. Zephyrine looked in the direction and her expression turned awful. Her impression of Kendrick turned bad and to be honest, she was like what the heck! Alexandra?

He is the beauty, he is the power, he is the capital, he is the economy, but even though he is this rich not a single soul from the outside world is aware of his existence. This man is powerful but when it comes to memories of a one-night stand 7 years ago, he is powerless. "Those that touched my woman will die!" "They don't want you, we want you!" "I am here, from today henceforth I will take good care of our children" "My Milley, thank you for the gifts" He said to her. "Mommy, let us provide for you, anything you want the three of us will give them to you," the daughter said. "I will not marry, I will only dote on mamaa," the son said.

Transmigrating into a book after reaching the ending made young Su Yang a little confused. On top of that the body he possessed belongs to one of fallen Hero in finale and the right hand of the protagonist in the beginning. Using his quick witted mind, Su Yang thought of removing protagonist before the finale and ended up stealing all important women in his life, especially the cougarss with bottomless appetite. Introduction is a bit rough. You need to read the novel to understand the context.

New chapters on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays! What would you choose? Would you be good and live in a fancy lie? Or would you rather be rebelious and seek the truth? In 1934, Anne, the second wife of Thomas, head of the Murphy family, was unjustly unhappy. To the outsiders, she had it all. To herself, however, she was a prisoner. Though her marriage was a ridiculous arrangement, she had no right to complain. Thomas had saved her from a doomed fate. Thomas had given her a glamorous life. Thomas had turned a blind eye to her scandalous affair with his younger brother. But Thomas had also stripped her of her past, present, and future. The delicately maintained façade of the Murphy family began to unravel when the men from her past returned. Soon, she realized what she thought she knew about this family was a web of intricately crafted lies. All those that bore the Murphy name wanted to be freed, but they couldn’t liberate themselves from the secrets that imprisoned them together. And when the rival family finally came knocking with a vengeance, Anne was presented with a choice.

Albi has always lived an empty troubled life, moving on with no purpose, or goal. After a certain incident he found himself in another world, and sharing his body with someone else? Who brought them here? And why? Whatever the reason may be, to Albi, and Bailey it's their Second Chance! This novel is being published both on Royal Road, and Webnovel.

Ruth seorang gadis yang comel dan nakal,sifatnya agak sedikit tulus sehingga nampak kebodohan yang menlucukan,dari keluarga pertengahan,bapaknya memiliki sebuah kedai runcit separuh abad.Ruth tidak mempunyai ibu,tapi mempunyai papa dan dua orang abang yang sangat menyayanggi Ruth dengan sepenuh hati mereka.Aboy abang sulung yang bersifat lembut dan Ate yang sisi tidak pasti baik atau jahat,papa mereka seorang yang kedekut,tapi keluarganya tetap utama. Quan jiran sebelah rumah dan juga teman masa kecil Ruth yang bercita² tinggi,dia sangat pintar dan bergaya,dia seorang anak tunggal di dalam keluarga,jadi dialah harapan ibu bapanya,bapaknya menpunyai sebuah kilang makanan. Villiam seorang chef terkenal yang hemsem berkerja di sebuah restoran lima bintang di kuala lumpur bandar raya yang sibuk,bukan saja hemsem tapi juga pandai masak,satu suka bersaing dan agak romantik. Diana sahabat talam dua muka yang selalu merasakan dia lagi bagus dari Ruth,dari alam persekolahan lagi dia menanggap Ruth sebagai persaingnya dalam diam,tampa Ruth sedari Diana bermain kotor di belakangnya. Ruth dan Quan pernah bercinta,karna salah faham,mereka akhirnya berpisah dan menjalankan kehidupan masing²,di saat Ruth mengenali Villiam.Quan muncul kembali ingin bersama,pada masa yang sama Diana juga muncul sebagai penghalang untuk Quan kembali kepada Ruth.Villiam juga tidak mahu mengalah untuk memiliki Ruth,bagaimana pengakhirannya di antara mereka nanti...

Amelia never thought the man she built her life with would betray her. But when David, her husband of ten years, casually hands her divorce papers and admits to an affair, her world collapses. Standing at the edge of despair, she contemplates the unthinkable. But then, a single thought pulls her back—her twins. They need her. And more than that, she needs to rebuild for them and for herself. Determined to start anew, Amelia takes her first shaky steps toward independence. It’s a lonely road, but her resolve grows with every challenge she faces—until a chance meeting changes everything. Enter Ethan, the powerful, enigmatic CEO whose world seems untouchable. Their connection is instant, but after all she's been through, Amelia guards her heart fiercely. Yet, behind his stoic exterior, Ethan sees Amelia's strength and vulnerability, and he's drawn to her in a way he can’t explain. As she fights for custody of her children, battles her ex-husband’s manipulations, and strives to rebuild her career, Amelia begins to realize that maybe she can have more than just survival—maybe she can have a second chance at love, too. But trust doesn’t come easily, and neither does the life she’s striving to create. “I’ll fight for what’s mine,” she says, her voice steady, even as her heart races. “Then I’ll be right beside you,” Ethan replies, offering more than just his power—he’s offering his heart.

Cyrus was a man who was born into poverty and had to learn how to fend for himself on his own. His parents struggled to find a way to make ends meet, so he had to resort to petty theft and deception in order to keep himself alive. As time went on, he began to lose sight of who he truly was, which was protecting his family from the cruelty of the world. All he could think of was how to become wealthier and wealthier, no matter the cost. Through a combination of charm, manipulation, and ruthlessness, Cyrus clawed his way to success, only for it to be taken away from him after he was brutally crushed by the poor architectural designs of his apartment complex. It seemed death wasn't the end for him when he came face-to-face with a god who called himself Omnixis. They were able to make a deal that he has no recollection of, and he was reborn as Cyrus Moreno in the world of Elyria.

What happens when you are famous but no one has ever seen you? Then you can be anyone and anyone can be you. Aliza Kaif is that unfortunate name owning every headline, every news chanel, the star of all gossips. But where is she now? Has she really died as people say..? No one knows. A heiress to unending wealth, Aliza Kaif, a reclusive sensational painter skyrocketed to fame only to disappear abruptly overnight after her mansion is raided, paintings destroyed, and lawsuits filed. But what did a homebody, with no family, no friends and zero connections with the world, did to rage everyone like this? How did a person no one even knew existed till yesterday became the most hated person of today? Did really the tragedies of her life and depression drive her crazy and she did as the news say? Or is she being framed? Lawyer Momin is desperate to find out. Momin is a social butterfly. He has lived a fairytale life. He is everything Aliza is not, got everything the other doesn't. And is desperate on taking the loosing case of Aliza. Momin is hellbent to find Aliza and tell her that she is his wife. But how will Aliza react to it. How will one react if you loose all you have and then some stranger tells you he is your husband.. A childhood marriage. But things doesn't add up for aliza who is also hiding many secrets and a baby. She has no recollection of her childhood memories anymore, making Momin's words the only evidence to his claims. To Aliza, Momin's words not just sounded crazy but also warm like sun. To have someone to call family, a person to stand by you when everyone defies you. Although his bubbly nature saved the suicidal Aliza, but she can see though his perfect facade, she knows this man belonging to the perfect world is not as happy as he seems. His smile may be a lock to the darkest corner in his heart. She is afraid he might not like her as much once all her secrets are known. Entangled together in an unimaginable serendipity by fate, their two hearts gradually approached, understanding and healing each other, finding salvation, and hope. However, questions linger: What fueled Aliza's success and downfall? Is Momin's claim genuine? What secrets lie beneath his charming exterior? The brutal truths and secrets of past blur the lines between reality and deception, as Aliza and Momin confront their demons. They must decide: will their love prevail, or will the secrets of their pasts destroy their future? The tale of Aliza and Momin and the magic that connects all dots in their lives.

After five years of battling a mysterious illness, John finds himself on the brink of death in a sterile hospital room, resigned to his fate. However, a strange hologram appears, offering him a second chance at life in another reality—a world on the verge of destruction. With the ability to summon soldiers and equipment through a powerful system, John must navigate this new landscape, where every choice has consequences. Disclaimer! This is my first time to write a storey so I apologize in advance!

"She never meant to fall for him, and he never meant to break her heart." Elsa’s life takes an unexpected turn when she finds herself drawn to her infuriating boss, Rey. Sarcastic and self-centered, he’s everything she once hated—yet somehow, he becomes everything she thought she wanted. But just as she lets herself believe in their love, Rey’s engagement to someone else shatters her world. Now he’s begging for a second chance, but can Elsa trust him with her heart again?

"Call me Limit Breaker, aka Mr. Testosterone. That kid Mike Ragnick had it rough, but I'm not like that. You bet I always stand on business. Now, I’m the captain of this boat, and no one’s sailing the ship but me. And you know I’ve got the gains to back it up, always grinding out on that extra set. Cultivators? Lame. Martial artists? Not impressed. Awakened? Nah, I win. Gods, demons, and celestials? A joke—I step on them with one foot. No concept of 'diff'. This isn’t arrogance or overconfidence. I’m simply better. I’d bet a fortune you’ve never seen a physique like this—one that transcends the universe. No steroids, no implants. 100% natural."

Check out my new book Whispers Of The Lost!! Dive into the Shadows of Menthil City! Join Asher Moretti on a gripping journey through the dark underbelly of Menthil City, where ancient magic and sinister secrets intertwine. In an era devoid of modern technology, the city’s hidden terrors awaken, and it's not long before Asher finds himself at the center of the chaos. When the sleeping tigers of this world begin to stir, it becomes his job to confront the horrors lurking in the night. As he delves deeper into the mysteries around him, Asher grapples with his sanity, questioning what is real and what is merely a figment of his imagination. Amidst strange horrors, powerful magical relics, and ancient ruins, the line between reality and madness blurs. Prepare for an adventure filled with dark wonders and moments of levity as Asher unravels the secrets of Menthil City. If we're lucky we might even catch Asher lampooning a couple times!

Elsa found herself in a dark corner she couldn't see or touch anything all she could do was sit and hug herself,cause right now all she needed was herself,she thought about how life has become so disastrous to the extend she doesn't even dare to dream anymore or aspire for a future."How did things come to this", she asked herself as she cried. The worst mistake she has ever made was falling in love with that man.The pain she felt this past few month came back refreshingly to her memories like a Tsunami and it was overwhelming for her as she passed out.

Just three best friends who got reincarnated in another world full of magic.

At first, the young Joe Black looks for a way to escape from his house, due to the mistreatment he receives from his father's partner and his two daughters. But one afternoon his whole life took a 180° turn when he received the first two "quests" that changed not only his perspective on the world but his entire personality. Starting with a little revenge against his thugs and learning to survive in a world completely unknown, a world inhabited by terrifying and extraordinary beings. A world where a night stalker is king if you are sensitive to certain situations of moral character or looking for a vigilante hero please get your reading, not your cup of tea No "NTR" there is only "Netori" and a touch of "Family Love" This story is based on a fantasy world, where the characters and places do not exist, any resemblance to reality is mere coincidence