Jay Halstead And Kim Burgess

In a land where magic and mystery intertwine, one man stands at the edge of the unknown—armed not just with steel, but with knowledge far beyond the world’s grasp. "Courage and Blade" follows the epic journey of Gaowen Cecil, a war-worn hero who, after awakening in an ancient, broken land, remembers another life—a life where he wielded knowledge and technology that could change civilization itself. Transported into a fantasy realm on the brink of collapse, Gaowen finds himself in a crumbling stronghold surrounded by threats and mysteries. Yet, with a rare, ancient artifact in hand—the legendary Courage and Blade—and a mind sharp with the wisdom of another age, he takes on the impossible task of rebuilding his family’s legacy from scratch. As he pushes forward, he realizes his quest is not only to rebuild his homeland but to restore hope in a world haunted by dark forces and ancient secrets. Courage and Blade isn’t just a tale of battles and monsters; it’s a story of rebirth, of pushing beyond limits, and of challenging the very fabric of fate. With an intricate world woven from magic, politics, and ancient power, Gaowen’s journey invites readers to witness a clash of old and new, where every choice he makes shapes a legacy that will either bring a dawn of prosperity or plunge the world into unending darkness. For fans of epic world-building, complex magic systems, and heroes who break the mold, Courage and Blade offers a saga of resilience and renewal that explores what it means to forge a path where none existed before. Join Gaowen on his quest and uncover the secrets that could either save or doom a forgotten world.

"A rebellious and spoiled teenager, Zhan, lives a life of excess and recklessness, often sneaking into adult clubs and spending nights in hotels with his friends. However, his world is turned upside down when compromising images and videos of him with unknown men surface online. In a desperate attempt to salvage the family's reputation, Zhan's father forces him into an arranged marriage with a stranger, leaving Zhan feeling trapped, desperate, and unsure of his future."

Andrew and Holly didn’t know what they were getting into when they tried to use a demonic ritual to spice up their sex life. Now anyone they have sex with dies! and what’s worse is they have to kill someone this way once every thirteen days or they die. Do they value their own lives above the lives of countless others or will they accept their fate and spare the lives of countless people?

Aran, the owner-chef of the Silent Flame restaurant in the Empire of Eirlan, leads many lives. Behind the calm of his kitchen, he hides several secret identities, including that of the 'kingmaker,' a figure who controls politics and the underworld from the shadows. Though he is a master strategist, Aran prefers the peace of his restaurant until Eliana Movrin, the Archduke's daughter and the empire greatest swordmaster, knocks on the door of his hidden world. Drawn to Aran’s cooking and the man behind it, Eliana is unaware of the secrets he harbors. Meanwhile, Aran tries to keep his distance, knowing that getting involved with her could expose his identity and spark conflict. But as the tides of politics close in, Aran is faced with an unavoidable choice remain hidden or risk everything for a love that shouldn’t exist. "If you return tomorrow," Aran says, "I’ll make you a dish you’ll never forget."

Read about Jak and Deama as they wake up after their age is long past. "After being turned into stone by the demon lord Jak wakes up feeling like he could pass out at any second "I've been weak before but this is truly shit." he thinks as his vision starts to clear from patches of white. looking at around he finds himself in a courtyard, one that looks very well constructed or at least what was. "okay Jak think logically. I was fighting the demon lord saw a flasher of light and now I'm here feeling weak." As he walks forward hobbling with each step taking in that his earlier observation of the courtyard being well bad proven false as he sees broken piecses of a brick ceiling in the floor. some worn brick walls falling apart. A mount of plants and moss that hasn't been trimmed. "okay so maybe not a courtyard..and I'm clearly not in the same place as I was. hhhmmm, I was probably teleported or something. tha doesn't expain why my armor is more damaged." he thinks as he looks down at his body for the first time since waking up...."What the fu-" Now read the shitty book -Terrible writer dude

Luna is in Middle School! Her and Poppy have so many wonderful adventures in this book! Let me know if you have any ideas for Volume 2!

Martin, an ordinary man burdened by financial struggles and a monotonous job, experiences a dramatic shift in his reality when he encounters a mysterious and powerful system. This enigmatic force, activated by peculiar chimes at noon and midnight, transforms Martin's life in ways he could never have anticipated. At noon, the system presents Martin with the opportunity to earn substantial financial rewards through an unpredictable multiplier based on his expenditures. The range of potential gains is vast, from modest refunds to astronomical sums. This discovery allows Martin to escape his financial woes, revealing the system's potential to alter his economic status dramatically. By midnight, the system grants Martin a chance to make a single wish with unknown limits and consequences. This dual-trigger mechanism introduces an element of high-stakes decision-making, challenging Martin to navigate his newfound power wisely.

Tullah Richard, a young woman, left her family to be with Saul, her beloved boyfriend who, unfortunately, turned out to be a drunkard and abusive. Despite enduring his violent behavior, she remained committed to him. However, as time passed, the relationship took a darker turn. Despite the challenges, Tullah, determined to break free from Saul's toxicity, found herself facing a complicated situation when she discovered she was pregnant. Now torn between her desire to leave and the responsibility of impending motherhood, Tullah must navigate a difficult choice. Will she choose to leave despite the pregnancy, or will the impending arrival of their child tie her to Saul? If she decides to break free, will Saul ever find a way to reconnect with Tullah? The story unfolds with questions about whether Tullah can forge a new and happier life without Saul. --- "Saul, please let go of me!" she whispered, her plea audible in the tense air. "Never," Saul's fury was palpable, evident with just a glance at him. "I can't continue this way. I need to leave your life. Please, let go of me," she pleaded, attempting to free herself from Saul's grip. "You are stuck with me, Tullah. All of you is mine," he forcefully pushed her into the basement room, locked the door, and left. Tullah, no longer able to cry, lay quietly on the cold floor. This wasn't the first time she found herself confined, but she was determined it would be the last. Wiping away her tears, she wished for the morning to arrive swiftly, bringing with it the promise of a new beginning for her and her unborn child. ***** Diva_Unsual. nnenneuche84@gmail.com.

Alert. Run. Needle and thread have come. In a small town a woman captures and makes a dolly. After being accused for murder she somehow gets loose. Running with three children that are not her own. She will torture them make then her perfect Dolly's. Make them the perfect children she never had. Abby, Dewy and Wish. { Updates are a little slow. } Let me apologize early on for grammar and spelling mistakes.

The Heavens are serene, while the Underworld is chaotic. A flower from the Heavens falls into the Underworld. After a thousand years, the flower blossoms spiritual intelligence, embodying the ideals of the Heavens and the principles of the Underworld.

T and T twist and turns Did you ever hear that you shouldn’t wake those people up who is trying to sleep cuz if you did it will be your end........ Not gonna say anything else since it can be spoiler read the whole story to know :)

When Persephone Athena James first met Bodhi Patrick O'Neill, a bond formed between them. As time passed and they grew, a love formed between them. When the future became the present, their secrets divided them. What secrets are they hiding and can the truth lead them back together?

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A story about a Young developer Kim Baek Hyun, who is both Overworked and Overtired and finally dying in his computer Before he got reincarnated in his own World by a mysterious Entity, will he survive or will he die in Despair in front of his own creation? Find out by reading these story! Update everyday so hurry up and put these into your reading these cus i update these everyday anyway bye

One Hero Is Not Enough To Save The World. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amael, the hero, singlehandedly wiped out more than half of the entire demon race all on his own and even won against the demon king. This should have put him at ease but unfortunately for the human race, the demon king and his race were fated to come back to life again after thousands of years, just like it's always been. "You may have won this time Amael, but the next time, there'll be no one as powerful enough as you to save this world" the demon king cackled with a malicious laughter as he faded away. "This is only a temporary peace..." "Very well then... If this is what I must do to completely eradicate them, then I will" Amael then made a decision. A decision he had hoped would ensure the safety of the future for generations to come. _________________________________________________________________ "We were supposed to be dead, but when we both woke up, we found ourselves in this new world... a world that was all too familiar to both of us" _________________________________________________________________ Author Note: The first few chapters (Around 20 chaps) will be written in 1st person POV but after the introduction of more characters, I will seamlessly switch to the third person POV. Also, as you might've noticed, there will be two male leads. I really hope you enjoy reading the book as much as I enjoyed writing it!

This book is for girls who love masked men. In "Revenge and Roses," Lena is on a mission to exact revenge on a mysterious masked man she believes has wronged her in the past. Each Tuesday, she finds a single rose on her desk, left anonymously, stirring memories of a once-close relationship. She suspects the masked man might be the same person from her history, recognized only by his eyes, but he never reveals his face, adding to her uncertainty and frustration. "Your eyes are the only mask I've ever needed to see through, Little Bunny." - The Masked Man

Arin Louella de Rozelleo is a Royal princess that was executed for a sin she never committed. Surprisingly, as if God has given her another chance, she wakes up in another body. A body she never expected to be in: Serra Kim's body, the long lost daughter of the mafia Kim family.

My dumbass set the wrong genre, So I reuploaded.

Daphne is the daughter of a powerful mafia in Oaks City. After the death of her father, Daphne was left with what she thought were her father's last words. Which was for her to marry Noah Dutton, who was her father's best friend. Noah is a young mafia leader, whom Daphne thought that she could trust with her life, until the day of her wedding, when she found out that he was the one who killed her father. After Daphne failed attempt to get her revenge on Noah. She went into hiding in a town that was filled with stories of man-eating wolves. Daphne thought those stories weren't true until she saw him. Kian Landon. Entering an uncertain deal with Kian might be more than Daphne expected. Will she find Love or revenge?

Dewasa 18+ (WSA INDONESIA 2022) TEMA: #Pernikahan Kontrak Original Work: Febyola_Manoppo (Author From Indonesia) Cover By: Febyola_Manoppo ( Using Photo Lab Editor) Warning : Originial version, Hanya terbit dengan bahasa Indonesia Isi Ringkasan Alur : Dunia Militer Korea Selatan, Korea Utara, Playgirl, Manipulasi, Dendam, Rumah Bordir, bisnis ilegal, ambisi Tak pernah terbayangkan oleh Alena Jeong wanita muda yang baru saja lulus sekolah menengah umum harus kehilangan kedua orang tuanya karena sebuah kecelakaan. Pada saat yang bersamaan, dia dikejutkan oleh kedatangan Jenderal Kim yang secara tiba - tiba meminta dirinya untuk segera masuk ke dalam sebuah mobil. Awalnya Alena menolak karena dia merasa tidak pernah mengenal Jenderal itu, namun saat Alena melihat isi surat perjanjian mendiang kedua orang tuanya dengan keluarga Jenderal Kim, dia terpaksa harus menuruti kehendak sang Jenderal. Yaitu di mana Alena harus menikah kontrak dan hidup bersama dengan seorang lelaki asing yang bernama Kim, dia adalah Jenderal muda anak dari pensiunan Jenderal Seo Ha. Tidak mudah bagi seorang wanita muda seusianya harus menjalani takdir seberat ini. Ingin rasanya dia keluar dari rumah itu, namun seiring berjalannya waktu dia terbiasa melayani sang Jenderal arogan itu. Tak lama berselang, Jenderal Kim pun tergoda dengan kecantikan Alena, mereka pun saling merajut kasih dan saling menyayangi satu sama lain. Konflik dimulai saat Angelica mantan kekasihnya Jenderal Kim kembali dan berniat memisahkan Alena dan Jenderal Kim, Angelica pun bekerja sama dengan ibu Hann yaitu ibu tiri dari Jenderal Kim, yang juga ingin melenyapkan Alena. Akankah Jenderal Kim berhasil mengungkap kejahatan Angelica dan ibu tirinya yang bernama Hann? Konflik apa saja yang akan terjadi dalam kisah ini? Bagaimanakah kelanjutan hubungan Jenderal Kim dan Alena, dapatkah mereka bersatu kembali? Baca kelanjutannya di setiap babnya ya. Original Author Febyola_Manoppo

Henry is without a doubt one of the luckiest children in the entire world. Because he comes from a renowned and prosperous family, his loved ones will undoubtedly provide him with everything his heart could ever want or need. Even his marriage to Sera, who was the daughter of his father's closest friend and confidant, was prearranged. Even though he previously had many years of bliss, his luck abruptly ran out when he became 12 years old. He began to experience a series of bad luck that seemed to have no rhyme or explanation. After a series of terrible events, he found himself serving his country away from home for the next six years of his life. His story begins when he decides to take a short break after six years of serving in the military. Henry finally decided to go back to his hometown after missing Sera and her family. Will he be able to live his new life without any problems, or will his unfortunate fate continue to follow him everywhere he goes? In the future, he himself will know the answer to that question. ----- This is my first attempt at writing a story. If you choose to criticise, please be as harsh as possible.

After defeating The Mordants and saving his world, Rosugan meets his end. However, he is reborn in a parallel universe as Rosu, starting anew. In this unfamiliar world, he faces formidable rivals who push his skills to their limits.

Mark Morphiseus was just an ordinary teenager until the day he stumbled upon a crashed alien in his shack. The creature that called itself a Multiplexon. The Multiplexon had escaped from a brutal fight against the Mechavore, a robotic race of machines. To save its life, the Multiplexon merged with Mark, giving him incredible powers and abilities. But their bond also made them a target for both the mechavore and the secret organizations that wanted to capture them. Now, Mark must balance his normal life with his new role as a cosmic defender, facing dangers from both space and Earth.