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In a world where trust is a luxury, Evelia Allis and Eryx DeVille have always been on opposite sides. Their rivalry burns with the intensity of a thousand lies, each concealing darker secrets than the last. But when a deadly conspiracy forces them into an uneasy alliance, the line between love and hate blurs. As they navigate a maze of danger and deception, the greatest threat may not be the enemies in the shadows-but the feelings they've tried so hard to denySo you don't want me to ask the question? ꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦ "Your marks are a reminder of what we were....how could I ever forget? How could I remove them?? " ꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦

In the heart of the vibrant Morinaka Nation, 11-year-old Haruki Tenryu lives a seemingly ordinary life with his father and childhood friend, Michiko. But everything changes in an instant during the annual village festival when terrifying beasts emerge from the shadows, unleashing chaos and destruction. As Haruki's home crumbles under the ferocious assault, his father, gravely wounded yet resolute, manages to share a staggering revelation—Haruki possesses a rare and powerful gift known as the BEASTMASTER ability. With his father’s last breaths echoing in his ears, Haruki is thrust into a world of danger and destiny. “Find Ryujji,” his father urges, “He will help you unlock your true potential.” But as the dust settles on the devastation and grief takes hold, Haruki is faced with a choice—will he embark on a quest to find this mysterious mentor and master his newfound powers, or will the fire of revenge lead him astray? Join Haruki on his thrilling journey of self-discovery, bravery, and the battle against dark forces. Will he embrace his father’s legacy, or will he be consumed by the desire for vengeance? Let's see the tale of Haruki Tenryu.

Teresa is a timid human whose life has been a series of unfortunate events—until she meets Lucian Blackwood, a very rich and handsome man who awakens a deep, unexplainable connection within her. But Lucian, an alpha werewolf with a haunting past, is repelled by Teresa’s perceived weakness, blaming weakness for the tragedy that shaped his life. Unable to accept her as his mate, he rejects and humiliates her, leaving Teresa shattered. Just as she’s picking up the pieces, Adrian Daegon, an ancient vampire with his own dark allure, steps into her life, determined to win her heart. Now, Lucian is torn with regret, desperate to reclaim the woman he cast aside. But to do so, he must face a powerful vampire and confront his own fears—while somehow convincing Teresa to forgive his betrayal and reignite their lost bond. Can love and redemption overcome the scars of rejection, or has Lucian's cruel mistake cost him his mate forever? Torn between two powerful forces, Teresa must decide where her true destiny lies—in the fierce grip of the wolf who scorned her or the dark embrace of the vampire who vows to adore her.

In a pitch-black forest, park ranger Howard navigates through looming oaks, investigating paranormal reports that tarnish the park's reputation. Doubts plague him about his hasty hiring. As silence envelops him, fear escalates, and he senses a lurking menace. Desperate for escape, he races toward a flickering light—only to be consumed by darkness.

The final ingredient to finding true love is one teaspoon of lies. **** On her 18th birthday, Elspeth's world was shattered after a one-night stand left her pregnant. The child's father, Alan, betrayed her by revealing his alliance with her scheming half-sister, Heather, who aimed to steal Elspeth's position as heiress. To protect their family’s reputation, her parents sent her away in disgrace. Years later, Elspeth returns, determined to reclaim her place and exact revenge on those who wronged her. But her family’s pressure to marry complicates things. Desperate to dodge a blind date, she impulsively kisses Castiel Stepanov, her daughter's teacher, using him as a convenient escape. When a key investor insists on meeting her husband, Elspeth sees an opportunity and proposes a fake marriage to Castiel. Castiel, a powerful Russian business mogul and part-time elementary teacher, has his own hidden agenda. Traumatized by witnessing the murder of his family, Castiel’s life has been driven by the desire for revenge. Unbeknownst to Elspeth, her father is responsible for the tragedy that destroyed his family. Eager to destroy Elspeth's life, Castiel agrees to the sham marriage, intent on ruining her and her father. As their fake marriage progresses, hidden truths and deep-seated wounds begin to surface. Can Elspeth balance her desire for vengeance with her need to protect her heart, her daughter, and her empire? And will Castiel follow through with his plan for revenge, or will love and the weight of the past consume them both? _______ TROPES: One night stand. Pregnancy. Contract/Fake Marriage. Win her back. Betrayal x Revenge. Medium-paced romance. Family. First person (dual perspectives) ______ IG: @ebynamani TT: @eby.namani ____ Disclaimer: Book cover image isn't mine.

In the sprawling metropolis of Shanghai, where ancient pagodas sit beside glass skyscrapers, two lives intertwine in the relentless pursuit of success and belonging. Liu Wen, a young woman from a modest town, arrives in the city with nothing but a dream and her tenacious work ethic. Working tirelessly in a high-rise office by day and studying for her business degree by night, she aims to prove that success can be built brick by brick. Yet, the weight of urban life and the allure of easy shortcuts constantly test her spirit. On the other side of the city, Chen Kai, heir to a growing tech empire, navigates the gilded traps of wealth. His ambition has always been to prove his worth beyond his family's name, but the glitter of the city often blinds him to life’s true values. Burdened by expectations and hungry for connection, he yearns for love that transcends social status. Their paths collide in an unexpected moment—a night when city lights blur, and strangers become confidants. Through late-night conversations in hidden cafés and chance meetings in crowded subway cars, they discover a shared dream of something more profound than money and fame. Will their love survive the trials of ambition and the ever-turning wheels of the urban jungle? And can they reconcile their differing worlds to build a future together, or will the city swallow them whole, as it has countless others?

In a realm where betrayal drips like poison, two brothers Aven and Cyrus -witness their parents' brutal murder. Their father's younger brother,Lord Alexander craves the throne, and blood stains the palace floor. But their parents' dying breaths gift them an ancient medallion—a spiritual artifact that tears through dimensions. Pressing it, they awaken in a strange city on Earth, far from their realm. Here, skyscrapers scrape the heavens, and magic hums beneath the neon glow. As Aven and Cyrus adapt to urban life, under the care of doctor Hartley whose married to a university professor,they make acquittances and allies. Their quest unfolds—a blend of vengeance, and love as one of the wolf brothers falls in love with a city girl who happens to be someone who saved them when they landed on earth.

All she wanted was to convince Qin Zhan, a well-known patisserie, to join her in her new restaurant. But, everyone who she had sent returned with bad news: Rejected! Rumor has it that Qin Zhan quit life as a reputable chef to stay in the small town and run a small noodle stand. No matter how much anyone offered to hire him, Qin Zhan had rejected every one. No! That man would not even hear a word before he showed everyone to the door. Since everyone she sent returned with no good result, Gu Xin Ye had no other choice but to do everything herself! Just as Gu Xin Ye thought that she will be able to convince Qin Zhan with her persuasion skill and charm, a misunderstanding led her to work for Qin Zhan instead, as his helper! ----- Illustration: kirinlukis ----- Shared universe with: 1. Loving You Too Much 2. A Lifetime with You 3. You're My Only Star 4. The Dragon Beside Me 5. Love So Sweet 6. Commander Qi's Runaway Wife 7. The Wedding Planner's Romance

Beneath Secrets and Scandalous Pain When a one-night stand with a CEO results in pregnancy, a reluctant marriage binds two strangers together, but as tackle scandals, conflicts, and their own demons, they discover a love that heals their deepest wounds. ** "Why didn't you tell me?" He asked her as he began the ride to his house. "You had your men drag me out, remember?" She laughed and closed her eyes, the soft curve of her smile a stark contrast to the tension between them. Leo stared at her, his gaze lingering for a moment before he looked away, his expression unyielding. Nothing can make him fall in love with her. "Did you understand my terms?" he asked, his voice low and detached. "My lawyer will arrive soon, but first, I need you to understand." Abi's eyes fluttered open, her gaze meeting Leo's in the rearview mirror. "You told me that we are going to be married because of our scandal and the baby," she began, her voice even. "We are free to be in other relationships. We are not going to share any slightest form of intimacy, and we would go our separate ways when the baby is born. And, of course, I'll still have access to the baby." A small smile settled on his face, approval flickering in his eyes. "Seems like you're not that useless. You're a little smart." Abi's smile grew, a spark of pride igniting in her voice. "I was the most brilliant kid in my class. I had a GPA of 4.7 when I was graduating." Leo's smirk was lightning-fast. "That's so low. I would have graduated with a 10.0, but unfortunately, I was still the highest with a 5.0 in my department. You may go back to school to match my score."

Evan Grayson is a man searching for purpose, haunted by a fractured past and a longing for belonging. When he crosses paths with Lila Crane, a powerful figure in the world of HC Holdings, he finds himself drawn into her cold, calculating world—a world where loyalty is currency, and trust is a fragile, dangerous game. Under Lila’s control, Evan begins to discover a sense of identity, though it comes at a price. Lila is merciless, driven by her own hidden traumas and an insatiable need for control. But when shadows from her past re-emerge, threatening the empire she’s built, her focus shifts, leaving Evan adrift and desperate to reclaim her attention. Amidst this chaos, Sammy, Lila’s stoic and loyal driver, quietly watches over Evan, torn between his duty to Lila and a growing urge to protect Evan from the darkness that surrounds them. As power struggles, obsession, and hidden desires take root, all three are drawn into a web of secrets that could unravel everything they hold dear. Beneath the Midnight Sky is a tale of twisted loyalty, the hunger for power, and the lengths people will go to belong. In a world where love and control blur, each must confront their past and decide how far they’re willing to go—or be pulled deeper into the night.

A noble girl who cares for only books and knowledge, not giving a single thought about marriage or what others think of her. She meets a commoner boy in a garden and their meeting keeps growing and growing, like the many flowers that grow. But lies grow the more they meet. Here, in the garden of lies, their tragic love begins.

Spending Her Whole Life In A Facility Ruri Simply As “Rina Or Ruria” Goes Through Experiments And Testing Her Diclonius Powers Even Through Her Abilities Are Different From The Others And Her Horns Had Not Been Developed Just When She Slowly Accept Her Fate As If There Is No Hope An Attack On Facility Gives Her A Chance To Escape Thus Becoming A Runaway While On Her Travels She Meets An Girl With A Simple Goal Of Having A Life Without Hardship And Dangerous Power That Turns Into A Blood Thirsty Devil! Together They Go Into Hiding Fighting Off Any Enemy In Their Way And Soon Meet Others May Be The Key To An Bright And Peaceful Life Before Their Own Choices Would Turn Into The Demons That Everyone Hates In The World.. (Volume 1-14)

Miloka, a reclusive artist with a deep obsession for depicting historical eras, spends his days painting vivid scenes from lost worlds—feudal Japan, the age of the Aztecs, Viking sagas, and more. One night, after finishing a haunting depiction of a samurai battlefield, Miloka falls asleep only to awaken within the world he painted. Trapped in his own art, he realizes he must survive and clear each of the ten eras that randomly come to life when he sleeps. With each transition, Miloka is transformed into a different person, forced to adopt the combat techniques and supernatural powers of that time. But as he navigates these worlds, filled with betrayal, epic battles, and the lingering whispers of love lost and regained, he begins to wonder whether he will ever return to reality—or if his paintings were more than mere fantasies all along. The final challenge awaits where horror and despair reign supreme.

Violet, a well-respected pediatrician in her office, has always been known by her friends as someone who is smiling, friendly, and always listens to others. This mask she created over the years after a painful romantic breakup. But one evening, everything in her life turned upside down. And the reason: Cameron Quincy.

Mao Li, 23 year old female, took the place of her brother on the military. Her brother was weaker than her, so her parents decided that she would replace her brother. She became one of the most experienced general of all time. With many victories and many losses. She was known as the "Flying Phoenix General Mao Li." Yi Ming 25 year old male. He became a general at the age of 20. He was experienced in martial arts and military strategies.

On Earth, she was many things, but the world knew her as a survivor—the kind willing to do whatever it took to make it through another day. In a destroyed, monster-filled wasteland, her weapon was seduction, her looks the only shield she had against death. Let them call her a slut; at least she was alive. But death never came. Instead, she finds herself in Jeper, a strange, seductive world ruled by powerful alien beings. And among them stands Caelum, an enigmatic, infuriatingly confident alien leader with a presence she can’t ignore. His dark gaze sees through her games, his every word a challenge, and for the first time, she finds herself unarmed in ways she can’t control. Now, with survival at stake and no way back to Earth, she must navigate Jeper’s dangers—and resist Caelum, even if everything in her longs to fall into his grasp. ************ She hadn’t planned on running into Caelum tonight—not here, not like this, with her heart pounding and her carefully practiced confidence crumbling under his gaze. The cold stone corridor felt smaller as he approached, his footsteps barely making a sound, yet the weight of his presence pressed down on her, making it impossible to focus on anything else. “You seem… lost,” he murmured, a wicked smile ghosting over his lips as he closed the distance between them. His voice was a rich, silken drawl, his tone unreadable, like he knew every thought swirling in her head. She fought the urge to step back, to shield herself from the effect he had on her. Caelum wasn’t just another alien ruler to charm her way past—he was dangerously perceptive, with an intensity that twisted her stomach in ways she wasn’t used to. “What makes you think I’m lost?” she replied, trying for defiance. But he just leaned in, the faintest hint of a smirk tugging at his lips as he tilted his head. “Because the woman I’ve heard about, the one who survived Earth’s ruins by any means necessary… she doesn’t look away.” His gaze slid down her face, lingering just enough to make her throat go dry. "And she wouldn’t let a place like Jeper scare her.” She forced herself to meet his eyes, to ignore the steady pulse of heat building between them. She was supposed to be in control; that was how she’d survived. But Caelum was close enough that his breath brushed her cheek, and the way he looked at her made her wonder if maybe, just maybe, there were parts of her she hadn’t yet discovered. “Maybe Jeper’s different,” she whispered, trying to keep the trembling out of her voice. Caelum leaned in even closer, his lips brushing the shell of her ear as he murmured, “Then show me what makes you strong enough to survive it ******** This is not my cover I found it on Pinterest

I've always been told the future was “unpredictable”, but this isn't something that would appear in even my greatest nightmares. Humanity's fall, caused by an apocalypse, the return of curses and horrifying monsters beyond the lands considered habitable for life as we knew it after we ruined Earth. This apocalypse, also known as “the fall of humanity"...

My life was turned upside down when I found out the truth of who I am.and then turn again when I found my mate. who was sent to kill me to make his father king of the lycans.... does he kill my or hid the truth to save the world and me

Dr. Elias Vayne, a renowned archaeologist obsessed with lost civilizations, uncovers an ancient scroll that leads him to the barren heart of the desert. The scroll speaks of a forgotten empire, one that thrived in the shadows of history, ruled by god-like beings who granted their people unimaginable power—but at a terrible cost. Buried beneath the sands lies the key to their rise and eventual fall: a sealed tomb, hidden away for millennia, its entrance forgotten by time. Driven by the chance to rewrite history, Elias assembles a small team to unearth the secrets of this lost empire. But as they dig deeper, they begin to realize that some mysteries were never meant to be uncovered. Strange artifacts and cryptic symbols offer more questions than answers, while eerie dreams and whispered warnings haunt their every step. Inside the tomb, murals tell a story of a civilization at the height of its power, capable of controlling the very elements and bending reality itself. But the murals also depict the entity responsible for the empire’s downfall—a god-like being imprisoned within a black stone, locked away by those who feared the darkness it wielded. As Elias and his team venture further into the labyrinthine chambers of the tomb, the line between myth and reality begins to blur. The tomb itself seems alive, its ancient magic stirring as they disturb its long-forgotten secrets. With each new discovery, the entity within the stone grows closer to awakening, and Elias must confront the terrifying possibility that by unlocking the past, they may have unleashed an unspeakable force that could bring about the destruction of the modern world. The Sleeper Beneath is a dark, atmospheric exploration of obsession, power, and the dangers of delving too deep into the unknown. As Elias’s quest for knowledge spirals into a nightmare, he must decide whether to stop the entity’s awakening—or embrace the power it offers, even at the cost of his soul.

Chris is a quiet observer, captivated by Claire—the girl admired by all but known by none. Determined to be worthy of her, he battles his own insecurities, inching closer to the girl he thought was out of reach. But as he pursues his ideal, he faces a question: will love make him stronger, or break him?

Natalie Oscar, a talented baker, is trapped in a toxic marriage with Sebastian, a wealthy and influential man. Behind closed doors, Sebastian's abuse and control have turned Natalie's life into a living hell. With each passing day, Natalie's hope dwindles, and her dreams seem unreachable. When Natalie discovers a dark secret about Sebastian's past, she realizes she must escape before it's too late. But Sebastian's grip is tight, and her family's expectations suffocate her. As Natalie secretly plans her escape, she finds strength in her baking shop and the support of her best friend, Rachael. But when Sebastian's true nature is revealed, Natalie must confront the monster she married. Will Natalie find the courage to break free and start anew? Or will Sebastian's darkness consume her?

Under the guidance of the enigmatic mage Zen, Elysia's journey into healing magic takes her far beyond the realm of spells and potions—into a world of hidden emotions and long-buried secrets. As they navigate perilous challenges and share fleeting, tender moments, an unspoken bond begins to form between them. But what Elysia doesn’t realize is that their connection stretches back to a past life, entwined in a cycle of reincarnation, magic, and dark forces. In a world where fate is never kind, can they break free and carve out a new ending, or are they destined to relive the same heartbreak again and again?

People said a guardian watched over the neighborhood, leaving warnings on the walls. Dayana knew the rumors, but still felt uneasy. As she left, she glanced back at the gate and saw an image carved into the wall: a man holding a hatchet, with the words 'He is alive. ESCAPE.' Dayana was confused. Was it about her boyfriend, with a dark past who went to protect her from a stalker and never came back? Or the stalker himself, who tried to kill her due to obssesion and she had no idea if that man was still lurking somewhere. At first she was certain it was her stalker but she remembered, her lover was carrying a hatchet when he left. She told the police, but unfortunately neither man was found. Dayana was scared. Should she run from her missing boyfriend or the stalker? She is confused. Dayana, she was never afraid of dying but the truth.

The killer is often much closer to home than you think . for detective Pierce Is about to find out the killer is often in plain sight

Rune.. a name of the most fucking perfect angel to ever exist is what I thought before I saw those eyes.. I saw those broken pieces which he is trying so hard to mend.. his deep blooded scars. He is excatly what an angel looks like after you die and meet at the heavens gate.. or even ethereal then that. But him.. he is much more.. much more than a angel.. he has those scars which are burning for vengeance.. and I am all for that fucking vengeance.. for my Rune.. my angel