A Secret Kept

On their wedding night, her husband eloped abroad with his mistress. Did Jiang Ciyou cry? No! Instead, she turned around and kept a strikingly handsome gigolo. Well, let's just have fun together! The gigolo had broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and was clingy. He could be as fierce as a wolf or as cute as a baby, always fond of throwing tantrums. After living a carefree life for three years, Jiang Ciyou handed the gigolo a huge check. "Baby, my husband is back. Let's call it quits here." Who would have thought that the gigolo would fly into a rage: "Jiang Ciyou, you want to dump me? Do you even know who I am?" Jiang Ciyou didn't pay any attention. She dropped the check and disappeared. Not long after that, she and her husband were invited to attend the birthday banquet of the richest man in the city, and there they saw that...

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.

In a world where power and wealth dictate the rules of the game, a single twist of fate can catapult an outcast to the highest echelons of society. Our protagonist, struggling to make ends meet in a cold, unforgiving city, is thrust into unimaginable wealth and influence overnight. But with this newfound affluence comes a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and dark secrets. As they step into a world they never imagined, they must navigate the dangerous waters of elite circles, family feuds, and the price of hidden truths. Along the way, they will uncover powers they never knew they possessed, forge unexpected alliances, and face enemies both old and new, all while wrestling with a secret that could destroy everything. Their rise to power may be swift, but can they handle the fallout when the masks come off?

THE WEREWOLF SECRET Anna, a young journalist, stumbles on a secret that may take her quest for revenge to new heights. The elite Harding billionaire family has a bloodline of werewolves. A secret, they are protecting from the dawn of time and will kill anyone who uncovers the truth. Anna has a plan to gain evidence against the family, and by this she has to seduce the mighty Drake Harding until she gathers the proof she needs. She falls in love with the alpha until he rejects her upon finding out her real reason for her interest in him. He banishes her out of the town forever, or else he will kill her if he sees her again. But there’s a twist: Anna finds herself saddled with the alpha’s baby, and her life is in danger. Drake’s evil brother, wants to kill her because she was born a werewolf huntress, which is detrimental to werewolves, which she knows nothing about. Anna has to earn Drake’s trust in order for his protection. Drake Harding falls hard for Anna Black. He knows that she has uncovered their family secret. He knows full well that she has to die, but instead banishes her from his town, and intends to use her for her ‘services’ in the future. He thought that he got rid of her for now, until he learns that she has his child and is in danger of his brother killing her before Anna learns who she really is. Drake has trust issues .How can he protect Anna and trust her at the same time?

Gregory Evans is called to investigate a terrorist attack and discovers that a radical Islamic group has been recruiting young people to carry out attacks in various locations in New York and there is only one person who can help him in the investigation, an enemy from the past. In a journey marked by deaths and secrets hidden in political relations, Gregory Evans finds clues that will bring him face to face with a shocking revelation and the astonishing truth that we have ignored for so long. Racing against time, Gregory Evans and the Italian mafia enter into a frantic hunt for religious and political assassins, and unravel enigmas, following a trail that may lead to the secret lair where lies the only hope of saving New York City, before it collapses.

Lubna de Lier was an ordinary girl who hid her strength. However, when she decided to travel to study, the situation led her to use her powers only to be discovered, and then... joined has become a team that protects worlds Therefore, I have wondered many times, which side will the world take, good or evil, or what does not exist?

An unknown fog spreads all over the world. When the fog begins to appear scary monsters, unknown items, and chaotic songs, fear suddenly spreads to everyone like a virus. Now people realize...the world is divided by the fog...but At the same time, the fog can let you go to other worlds. Will you step into the fog to start your journey? I had no choice because the fog had already engulfed me. When I walked out of the fog, I found myself in a strange forest, full of bright flowers on the ground, many long black trees covering the rays of the sun, and ruins of a mythical white palace. This world has arcane elements, bizarre creatures, magical items, and even eldritch deities. I start my journey, maybe I can find the way back home, or live in this world.

In the land of Drakastradorn, where magic exists, so does many races..friendly, neutral or hostile, exists a race called "The above order", leaded by the order of the crimsons, & the queen Marafyre THE absolute, a tyrannical monarch, standing against the hierarchy is The rebel alliance of Drakastradorn, one man woke up, not knowing much what happened, his name was Shotaro, Mugyiwara Shotaro, woke in a jungle naked, he meets an Elf ranger & befriended her, but there was a problem, Shotaro, althroght knew he was from earth, had a blury past, he didn't knew how he was transported in this world..was it a truck?.....was it a train or bus?...did he got summoned, he doesn't know, he gets cursed with fate worse than. death by a black Katana that keeps following him around, along with the misfortune ridden artefact he is hearing voices, he must also find the secret of those voices...that tell him to..save people ..Keep moving forward . Shotaro: journey of a hero is an action pack, dark, gritty, r rated story about a man that kept moving beyond the misfortune of his new life, it also have the charm of the isekai genre... but presents it in a different way.

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____

When Li Wei, a young woman with a pure heart, sees her family fall into hardship, she’s willing to sacrifice anything to protect them. Enter Zhang Yichen, a powerful and calculating magnate, who offers her a secret marriage contract. In exchange for his financial support of her family, Li Wei must become his wife—only on paper, without any emotional ties. What begins as a practical arrangement soon turns into something more complex. As they live together, small gestures and stolen glances reveal hidden sides of their personalities. Zhang Yichen, accustomed to controlling everything and everyone around him, finds himself vulnerable in Li Wei’s presence, while she realizes her heart is more involved than she intended. But Zhang Yichen’s world is dangerous, filled with silent threats and enemies. Together, Li Wei and Yichen will face intrigue, betrayal, and their own pasts as they struggle with the emotions they swore not to involve in their agreement. When all secrets are finally revealed, they must choose between remaining bound by a silent oath or following the path their hearts truly desire

Mariam's childhood aspiration was thwarted by the haunting memories of her first love Jameson, the only child of the famous Jameson Welbeck's, of Lurkshire Capitol. The tragic death of Jameson in their secret love room had left her shocked as his ghost continually haunts her in her adulthood. Mariam had only two options: confess and be free or keep mute and be haunted for life.

Ye-jun, ein ziemlich normaler Mann, nimmt einen Job an der Firma RAVEN an. Dort trifft er auf seinen Chef, Sang-hyun. Er hatte ja gar keine Ahnung, dass er viele eigenartige Gemeinsamkeiten mit diesem Mann hatte... Doch immer mehr Hindernisse tauchen auf und häufen sich... Die Regierung spielt ihr eigens Spiel und schon bald befindet sich Ye-jun in tödlicher Gefahr... Wie konnte es nur soweit kommen? ---------------------------------------------------------- Das ist mein ersten Buch, dass ich öffentlich stelle. Nehmt es mir nicht übel wenn Fehler sind. :,) Lasst mich gerne wissen an welchen Stellen ich mich verbessern kann! ^^ Diese beiden Serien sind meine INSPO: Until we meet again/ Colour rush

A brilliant, ruthless killer stalked the city, leaving a trail of terror in their wake. Detective Edevene Felix, undeterred, pursued the elusive predator through a labyrinth of clues and dead ends.

[Mature content] This story content violence,murder, manipulation.Please l wrote this when l was 15 so sorry if sometime you don’t understand. Ana Collin smiths is an eighteen year old girl who lives in the Hampton with her family they are one of the richest family in the Hampton. Ana had two older brothers the family were living a very happy life and were going to good schools. The Collins smiths family were very respected there because for people they were the perfect family and were very kind people. But one one day ana life change completely and her world turn upside down she was ready for what was going to happen to her . what will happen to ana that change her completely you will find out through the story.......

After living as a famous Korean vlogger-slash-mukbanger, Neoma died a (shameful) death and regressed to her tragic first life--- the life where she has to live as a hidden princess with a tyrannical father and a yandere twin brother. She died at the hands of her psycho brother in her first life. But luckily, she charmed her "big brother" this time. Her father remains a sc*mbag, though. But a blessing in disguise happened when her twin brother got "sick." Because of that, she has to pretend as the "Crown Prince," forcing her father to treat her well. She thought she was finally on the road to becoming a lady of leisure. But, despite her laziness, she still ends up completing royal duties that put her closer to the throne than her sick twin brother. The next thing she knew, they already prophesied her to be the first empress of their very patriarchal empire. Now Neoma finds herself in the middle of the succession war she never wanted to be involved in! *** [EXCERPT 1] “Neoma de Moonasterio, the first princess of Moonasterion Empire. From now on, you’ll live as Prince Nero’s proxy.” [The hell is this psycho saying?] Neoma, despite her confusion, still smiled at her father--- the emperor. “Father, what do you mean by that?” “From now on, assassins sent by my enemies would target Nero,” the emperor explained. “Until he’s strong enough to protect himself, you’ll pose as your twin brother.” Her smile froze, but she still acted innocent. “But Father. If I take my brother’s position, then wouldn’t the assassins mistake me for him and…” She stopped talking when she realized that was exactly what the emperor wanted her to do. [This sc*mbag wants me to be bait?!] “You’re no longer a princess, Neoma de Moonasterio. From now on, you’ll live as Prince Nero de Moonasterio,” Emperor Nikolai said coldly while looking down at her with glowing red eyes. “Try to survive until your twin brother comes back to take his rightful place, understood?” Neoma was too shocked to react. [Are you f*cking kidding me, you sc*mbag?!] *** [ORIGINAL BOOK COVER. Artwork by sola_cola.] *** [EXCERPT 2] “I’m so sick of your tyrannical a*s,” Neoma yelled at her father aka the emperor. “I won’t forgive you for hurting Lewis and Tteokbokki!” “What will you do about it then?” Nikolai asked with a smirk. “Kill me?” “Yes! I’ll f*cking kill you, sc*mbag!” “Language,” he warned her, upset that his five-year-old daughter curses like a sailor. “Using vulgar words is unbecoming of the future Crown Prince.” “I’m a princess!” Upon yelling those words, the royal princess’s eye color changed from ash-gray to red. [This is getting serious.] “Stop it, Nero,” Nikolai told her sternly. “If you keep that up, the royal knights will come and–” “I’m not Nero!” Neoma screeched angrily. Then she jumped in the air with her left fist, ready to punch him. “In the name of the moon, I’ll punish you!” [What…?] And Princess Neoma, pretending as the Crown Prince for her sick twin brother, punched Emperor Nikolai, her father, in the face.

यह कहानी भावनाओ रोमांचक और सघर्षो से भरी है, कहते है ना की प्यार इंसान को बदल देता है उसकी हर कमियों को उसकी ताकत बना देता है ऐसे ही कुछ हुआ लकी के साथ.. लकी जो शारीरिक रूप से थोड़ा कमजोर है फिर भी दिमाग उसका उतना ही तेज। जिस लकी को देखकर लोग यह अंदाजा लगा लेते थे की ये क्या कर पाएगा.. कौन जानता की रिदा के चाह मे लकी एक दिन IGT ग्रुप का सबसे बड़ा Genius बन जाएगा, वैसे तो लकी की सोच जितनी छोटे है ख्वाहिश तो उतने ही बड़े, लकी के किस अपने पे होता है वार जिसको बचाने के खातिर लकी ले लेता एक रहस्यमाई शक्तियों का अवतार? और भी क्या इस कहानी के राज़? जानने के लिए पढ़ते रहिए "Lucky A Secret Genius"

In the fog-shrouded coastal town of Greywater, 17-year-old Lily Carter lives a life of stark contrast. By day, she is a quiet artist, her striking dark hair and pale blue eyes attracting curious glances, yet her extraordinary talent remains hidden from view. However, as the sun sets and darkness envelops the town, Lily undergoes a terrifying transformation into a creature of shadows, battling an insatiable hunger that threatens to consume her soul. As nightfall brings excruciating pain and a craving for warmth and blood, Lily finds herself isolated, torn between a yearning for connection and a fear of the monster she becomes. Everything changes when a mysterious stranger arrives in Greywater, drawn to the secrets that bind them both. Faced with the choice to embrace the darkness within her or risk losing her humanity forever, Lily must navigate a web of mystery and danger. In a town where every shadow holds a secret, will she find the strength to confront her true nature before it devours her completely?

"Ikut denganku secara baik-baik, maka aku tidak akan menyakiti mereka," tawaran Mort, dengan tersenyum miring. "JA-JANGAN SENTUH TEMAN-TEMANKU, AAKHHHHHH!" aku berteriak dengan kuattt. 3 remaja yang bersahabat sejak SMP dikejutkan dengan fakta bahwa masing-masing dari mereka bukan penduduk asli bumi.

Kim Jang-mi is a new Stunden that just joined the drama club. She always sees her classmate the most Popular love boy in school dress up like girl and Touching himself and

{Mature content} Slow burn: so be warned She is a billionaire's daughter in search of true love, despite all the heartbreaks she has been through... He is a tycoon's son looking for true love... when their paths cross will there be a great love story between these two? ********* "What do you think about Elias?" Esmeralda blinked dumbly at her father, her mind turning blank. Noticing his daughter's expression, the older man chuckled. "I had a conversation with Patrick yesterday." Hearing the name of her father's dear friend, Esmeralda's heart dropped. She didn't have a good feeling about where this conversation was going. "He had brought up a brilliant suggestion." Her father's eyes practically sparkled with excitement, a direct contrast to the building dread in Esmeralda's stomach. "My dear, how do you feel about marrying Elias?" Elias was Patrick's son, someone that Esmeralda had grown up with. However, that was all he was to her. Elias is just a friend and nothing more to her. "I don't like Elias that way, Dad." Esmeralda frowned. "You don't?'' Mr. Fernandez asked after hearing his daughter's reply. Esmeralda exhaled. "Dad, look, Elias and I are just friends. Nothing more." "But you two were so close growing up. It would be a good match, Esmeralda," her father said. Silently, Esmeralda tightly clenched her fists at her sides, trying her best to contain herself. Her father was always like this-- once he had made a decision, he wouldn't listen to any other suggestions, even if he was the one that had asked for those differing opinions in the first place. "But Dad--" "Who knows?" Mr. Fernandez cut in before Esmeralda could finish her sentence. "As the saying goes, no good relationship starts without a good friendship first. After your marriage, you might both develop feelings for each other." "Elias and I--" Ignoring her, he continued, "The boy might even welcome the arrangement. We always thought that he had a thing for you." With a wink, Mr. Fernandez stood up from his seat. "Try talking to him first so that we can get an idea of what he feels about this arrangement, alright? If he has feelings for you, it wouldn't be too bad an idea to get married," he said. Walking over, he gave his daughter's shoulder a light squeeze. All Esmeralda felt were the chains on her body tightening. She didn't want this marriage; she didn't need to be bound by it. However, nothing she was saying was getting through to her father. "I'm sure that after you see how much he loves you and how good he is, you will eventually learn to love him too." With those final words, Mr. Fenandez left the room, leaving his daughter to simmer in the aftershock of the news he had just dropped on her. Like it? Add it to your library your reviews and comments will be highly appreciated.

When you know your world is changing and everyone around you are different, what will you do? Flanella with her mother and father who are doctors move to a new house and a new area they have never been to before. Being a loner and introverted child, Flanella doesn't have many friends. On Flanella's first day of school, that's when her life changed. She met two young men who made her life vibrant again. However, it was these two young men who ultimately threatened Flanella's life. Flanella doesn't realize that she has entered a world where no one knows they really exist. Did Flanella manage to get out of that world or did she choose to stay with them, letting go of her beloved family. Join the journey of The Taron Secret .... ====================================== Disclaimer: Be wise to read and comment, this manuscript is the original property of Ratna Fa, any plagiarism and intentionally trying to copy or copy it will be subject to criminal sanctions according to government regulations in force in Indonesia. Thank you. My Instagram @_ratnafa READ MY OTHER BOOK : DOKTER TAMPAN JATUH CINTA (END) KETIKA DIA SELINGKUH (END) HOPE - OH MY ANGELS (ON GOING) THE LOVE MAZE (ON GOING) : : :

This book contains bone-chilling short stories that will either intrigue the reader or will send chills down their spine. Writing about curiosity, murder, dolls, revenge, secrets, and sin all lead to a gory collection of tales not to be read in the dark. Some stories are imagery-based, which leaves an eerie feeling toward inanimate objects, while some will express personal experiences. Each story holds a hidden meaning which ignites a metaphorical lesson toward life. Tags: #Goth and #Horror Written: 2018

In The Clockmaker's Secret, Elias, an eighteen-year-old clockmaker's apprentice, is entrusted with a mysterious clock rumored to hold ancient secrets about time. Working alongside his mentor, Master Orin, and a skilled mechanic named Lyra Windrow, Elias delves into the clock’s intricate mechanisms and uncovers hidden clues. As he learns about time’s deeper mysteries, he is thrust into a web of intrigue involving rival factions, each vying for control of a powerful time manipulation device. With every tick and tock, Elias's journey becomes a race against time itself, unraveling the secrets of the past while shaping the future of Gearhaven.

Billionaire Levi Everett is a well known businessman who kissed Portia Zira on a masquerade party. That one sinful passionate kiss turns into a blooming affair, An affair behind close doors where no one should know but the two of them. How will Levi Everett sacrifice everything for the woman he adores and how will Portia Zira do everything to meet the standards of Levi's world.

"We all have a dark side, the difference is whether we choose to face it or hide from it." - Unknown The story follows a young girl, Selene, who's running through the woods as if something or someone is chasing her. She feels trapped, and her only solution seems to be taking her own life by jumping into the river. However, just as she is about to succumb to the water's depths, she is unexpectedly rescued by someone with great powers. Her eyes blurry, but she could still see the tall man standing over her. She felt his angry but calm aura as he spoke, "You're not supposed to die. You're the one, as the prophecy goes. The one." Accompanying her on this perilous journey is a mysterious and powerful guardian who has been tasked with keeping her safe as she learns about herself, about life, and that the fate of this world rests on her shoulder. Selene and her guardian grow closer with time. However, he knows that their love is forbidden, as the guardian's duty is to protect her, not fall in love with her.