Love And Water

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.

Salvation. Sanctuary. A safe place. Somewhere he can be safe and free. Somewhere away from abuse, from his bullies, from harassment, from false judgements... from ropes... and whips... somewhere away from pain. Somewhere they will never reach him. That is what Aqueo Harp had always been wishing for. So when he finds himself dying and waking up in a world of magic, a world completely different from the one he had, he views it as a blessing in disguise. It was the thing he had been asking for—to escape from the cruel fate of an orphan like him in his previous world—a life under the mercy of a human trafficking organization that plunged him in a cycle of recurrent depression, back-and-forth at the local detention center, and other stuff that are known to be interrelated with juvenile delinquency. With that in mind, Aqueo swears to never go back to his miserable old life and live an opposite life in the new world, one that is devoid of any trouble he had in the past. But not even a full day has passed when he finds out that his fate in this new world might end up the same as his previous one. This place is also brimming with slavery and other abuse, just as dangerous as his previous world—or even worse. But there is hope, Aqueo Harp meets a water spirit and finds new friends, something he never had for a long time. With their help, Aqueo doesn't feel as hopeless anymore.

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift—a connection to two elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift that is an omen and a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat, but one step at a time as he grows in power as the hero of Nexaria. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situation? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

"Embark on a journey of self-discovery, passion, and adventure with Sophia. When a Tokyo encounter sparks a whirlwind romance, she must confront her insecurities, fears, and the ultimate question: can love conquer all?"

Miel and Jasmine's love is as fierce as it is destructive. Bound by passion and driven by desperation, these two women find themselves on the run after pulling off a high-stakes heist. As they race through city streets and backroads with their stolen fortune, their love is tested by the dangers that pursue them and the demons within. Each twist in their journey reveals the raw intensity of a relationship that teeters between devotion and destruction. In a world where trust is a luxury they can't afford, Miel and Jasmine must decide if their love is worth the cost-or if it will ultimately lead to their downfall. --- **Copyright 2024 by Mya Skeete** **Author: Myra Sinclair** **All rights reserved.** This book is protected under copyright law. No part of this book may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. **Published on August 19, 2024.**

Ragnar Blackthorn, a powerful Alpha of a wolf pack, finds himself torn between his chosen mate and his newly found destined mate. Their bond challenges Ragnar's fierce nature as they navigate the dynamics of love, power, and destiny within their supernatural world. At the same time, Ronan, the Alpha's banished twin returns for revenge.

Nina has always craved the love of her distant brother, Daemon, who keeps her at arm’s length, hardened by their father’s betrayal. She longs for his acceptance, even as he keeps her at arm’s length, unwilling to bridge the emotional distance between them. But Daemon’s resistance runs deeper than she realizes—bound by a family tie that makes loving her impossible.

[ Ding! Sex demon curse would activate in three days if host does not engage in sex with target. ] “Daddy, can I watch a horror movie movie with tonight while shutting all lights off. So, I can get into character of movie and feel that horror.”- Said Lara biting her lower lip. Daddy- “Um, okay.” “Can I sit in your lap like I used to sit when I was small?”- Lara Daddy- *-* “Uncle, you are too dirty? I will rub you, come let me help you wash in bathroom.” Uncle- *-* “P.E. Sir, I would like you to team up with principal so we can have fun together.” Everyone- *-* Lara and his husband is chosen to save the apocalypse worlds which is set in different apocalyptic events. But, what was odd that god chose her husband as his avatar in different worlds to save them by granting him a part of his powers. While she was chosen by the devil and both were sent to separate worlds. Lara was blesssed with the Sin of Lust and a system which is her guide.

‘“You killed him. It’s your fault!” San started crying and shaking, his stomach was trying to fly out of his body. His mind was trying to destroy him. It would be better if he died there too. It would be better if he died.’ Yang Shan moved to Hong Kong with his parents after surviving a disaster. He left his past behind and ran away, carrying his trauma with him. But after joining the eSports team Zhu Long, he had to face himself and others. He couldn’t and that was when he met Kim Hyunyeong, a kind stranger that helped him. Both shared similar experiences, but Shan’s burden was too heavy even for Hyun, so he left. Will they be able to continue where they left off or will there be only silence at the end?

“It’s Duke Raymond, oh my god he looks so handsome in white!!” a lady exclaimed. Just hearing this warning bell Eloise, peered to the right. A beautiful man dressed completely in white tux walked confidently into the ballroom. His black eyes wandered amongst the crowd, searching for a certain someone. {‘Why is he here!!’} Eloise bit her lips anxiously. {‘Either way, lets run before he catches me,’} she pulled up her fluffy ruffle skirt to her knees and ran like the wind. All of a sudden she felt her skirt being pulled from behind. “How audacious of you to pull a lady’s skirt,” she shouted and pulled without taking a glance back. “My, my, I think I stepped on a cockroach, what shall I do? Shall I roast it for tainting my shoes or should I chop its head off,” a hoarse voice jokingly said from behind. {‘Shit, I’m dead,’} she glanced back in slow motion. “This..... My lord, can you let go of my skirt,” she pointed to his foot that was firmly stepping on the bottom of her skirt. “Why not, I am just expressing my emotions to the lady who expressed ardent feeling to me in her letters,” he said with a smug smirk. The crowd gasped. “She wrote him a love letter!! That shameless wrench,” some lady shouted out loud. Hearing this, Eloise’s eyelid twitched, “sir... no, Lord, I think you misunderstood. I was only expressing my heartfelt gratitude with my ‘thank you’ letter,” she enunciated each word. The duke chuckled. “Oh is that so,” he strode closer having a tight grip on her skirt, “are the words bat-shit-bastard, ring a bell. I read it in your letter,” Eloise gritted her teeth, {‘so you plan to use my word against me, huh? We’ll see who wins,’} she stepped to his side, showing her back to the entire crowd. “MY LORD! Where are you touching me?!” Suddenly she shouted, gasping her bosom. “How audacious of you. I RESPECTED YOU SIR!! How could you do this,” she screamed and ran away while he was frozen in shock. The entire ball room was in disarray. “Lord Raymond is a pervert!!”

Noah Hargreaves and his best friend Amelia Winston make a wish.

When two souls fall in love, there is nothing else but the yearning to be close to the other.

Discontinued~ [warning: mature content] " Not every empress bows down before the emperor. " ------ Li Jing, a down-to-earth but sometimes selfish girl but who isn't? we all are humans after all. One day she wished to get rid of her fate and who thought that God would be so generous towards her. She was supposed to live 70 years more and changing it god turn her life span into 0 seconds. yes, she died but is still not satisfied. She complained to God about himself and being fed up with her the God threw her into another century. waking up, she found herself in an emperor's wife's body. What's worse is that the emperor hates her for her past self. A cold emperor of a husband, few concubines, and yeah, one of them is her father's illegitimate daughter and a lot of people against her. oh and she isn't alone. Chen jiaxin, her sarcastic guide to the ancient time is also with her who happens to live in her mind. Other works: 1)Game of lust: Crown Prince's maid 2)Art of Seduction: Mafia's stripper villainess Discord server: https://discord.gg/WTVF42KXkc the cover isn't mine. I just edited it. Follow the author on Instagram: @_modestbaddie_

[Mature Content; No rape] "Get away from her, Norwig." His eyes were bloodshot, an icy air swirling around him.  "How dare you touch what's mine. She's my mate and you better don't look at her, unless you want to lose your eyes." Shawn threatened. He could feel Emily's shocked gaze on him, but he could hardly care.  "Mate?" Kilan asked. His eyes glanced from Shawn to Emily who was just staring at the ground. "I didn't know she was yours Anderson. And please stay calm. As you can see, she's safe." Shawn could only scoff. "What? am I supposed to thank you? Emily, let's go." Emily, with a shocked look, got dragged away by Shawn. She looked back and gave the vampire a kind smile but Shawn noticed this, so he scooped Emily into his arms, and placed her on his shoulder! "SHAWN! LET ME DOWN! YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO DO THIS!" But Shawn never said a word. He took long strides, taking the both of them to an unknown place. "Shawn! We're at an event where everyone can see us! Please let me down." She pleaded but it fell on deaf ears. "Keep quiet. Don't make me handle you roughly." Shawn had a dead serious tone, but this only made Emily angry. "YOU WOULDN'T DARE! You have no right! Not after what you did and said." Suddenly, Emily was placed on her feet and slammed against a wall. Her heart rate picked up, fear enveloping her body as she thought she had finally made him flip. They were at a far part of the estate. Shawn's piercing eyes roved her face, watching her every reaction. Anger, shock, sadness and fear flashed across her eyes.  "Are you sure about that gorgeous? Do I have to remind you that you're my mate? You're mine Emily. No one— and I mean no one— can touch or kiss your skin." Emily was about to protest this but his lips slammed against hers roughly, cutting off her air supply for a moment. She inhaled sharply, her body immediately turning into jelly at the electrifying lip lock. -----------+ Thousands of years ago, a dreadful war befell the earth. A war between two different sides. A war between light and darkness. When all of the supernaturals come together, they defeat this darkness and peace is restored on the planet. But that doesn't mean they've given up. Now, after a thousand years of peace, they return with devious intentions, stronger than ever. ----------+ Emily Hernandez is a typical teenager, but this all changes when her family moves to another country. There, she finds secrets that are beyond her and that an impending war surrounds her. This war defines her destiny and the fate of her loved ones. She now has to fight till the very end to stop these evil doers. Will she succeed? What exactly is her connection with this war? ----------+ MASS RELEASE FOR VOTES Your votes gives me motivation. So I'm going to do this; 100 powerstones a week equals 4 chapter mass release! 200 powerstones a week equals 5 chapter mass release! 500 powerstones a week equals 7 chapter mass release! *Cover belongs to the author* Thanks for giving my book a try(⁠◕∆◕)

She defied the Prince of Hell, now he wants her. But not for the reasons you think. Will she fall for her enemy? — After being severely bullied throughout high school, Keisha Brown decides to make the best of her college life. Getting into Henderickson Prep - one of the nation's most prestigious schools - she is determined to climb the social ladder and kiss her wallflower days goodbye. However, when she incurs the wrath of resident bad boy vampire Luka Haydes, she finds herself at the centre of his unwanted attention. After a gory massacre takes place on the night of his revenge against her, Keisha must work together with Luka and the rest of the supernaturals at Henderickson to discover the mystery murderer and stop them. The question is; can she do it all while overcoming her bond with Luka, the infamous Prince of Hell, and fighting her feelings for a forbidden lover? From frightful adventures to supernaturally sexy encounters and everything in-between, Keisha is about to discover a whole new world of hope, love and monsters. — This story starts off slowly (it's a slow burn) but I promise once it takes off there's no stopping. If you like build up romances with expansive character arcs, enemies-to-lovers trope and of course, toe-curling NSFW scenes (after a lot of teasing), then do consider reading. If you want a story where the MCs fall for each other and make love by chapter 3, don't bother. Also, this story is rated 18 because there will be spicy scenes, so if that's not your thing then feel free not to read or skip the risque chapters. There are also mentions of sensitive topics like suicide and depression, so reader discretion is advised. Happy reading!

Donovan and Zoephia's relationship are like the four seasons. Winter where life is never within reach, and as they are searching for it, their loneliness and struggle prolong like Fall. Together, will they reach Spring while racing through Summer?

The prince of Maldonia, Prince Artemis of House Arteides, the bear killer, the slayer of the elves is crowned King when his father Luca King Arteides dies. Aurora is a seer and a powerful witch who has yet to aknowledge her powers, only Artemis knows of it. Lucian Mithandir is in exile recruiting an army to fight Prince Castellan of house Taelin for the throne of Prophis. Artemis wants no parts of this war, but he is very aware whoever wins the war will later turn to Maldonia. Artemis has no clue that a bigger war is coming which will set out kingdoms on fire, Aurora has seen it in her dreams and it's for the Sweet Waters Throne in Maldonia. The end is uncertain but the ways are clearer, who will sit on the throne after the war to end all wars. The Bastard who's been denied his true claim to the Sweet Waters throne with the mighties fleet in the world and King Artemis of Maldonia who has Aurora and dragons breathing fire. ~ Excerpt Scene ~ "Are you ready? A dragon is not a horse my love" Aurora expressed her concerns. "The dragons are ready to be claimed, Your Grace. I think it’s the perfect time for Artodo to take the skies and be claimed. He and the King have great relationship. He just needs to understand the words that’s all. "Torgo explained while looking at both Aurora and Artemis. "I understand the words." Said Artemis. "Incendio for fire and Valar for him to fly. I know some Low Moor too." It seemed Aurora wasn’t easily convinced, "Knowing the language of our ancestors doesn’t mean you can hang on to the dragon and take to the skies, especially since you are not just practicing. You are taking the dragon to the Mines, in clear daylight." "Exactly, that is the only way we can silence Lord Leoric. I cannot let him take advantage of my sister, I have to try…" Visera interrupted. "He’s ready, I can see it in his eyes." She said with a smirk. Aurora ordered Torgo. "Bring him outside," in Low Moor. Torgo nodded and walked inside the darkened cave with a fire torch. All five dragons were inside the cave perfectly chained. He went after Artodo, the biggest of them all. The black beast, standing at forty feet from head to tail with a wingspan of twenty feet. A terrifying beast to even stare at. Artemis took two deep breaths. "According to my ancestors history, the youngest dragon rider to ever took the skies was ten years old. You’ll be fine." Aurora teased Artemis after she noticed how nervous he was. The dragon keepers placed a saddle on Artodo’s back and two strong handles made of iron and wood for Artemis to hang on to. Then, finally Aurora walked to Artodo — the black beast. She pulled in Artemis and they both touched the dragon’s right eye, soothing him before the take off. "This is your rider now Artodo, you are to obey him from this day forward to the last, as your mother commands." Aurora said this is Low Moor while the dragon hissed slowly. The dragon hissed and Aurora took it a sign that Artodo understood him. She took a step back and let Artemis take over. These two weren’t strangers to one another. Artemis’s touch wasn’t strange to Artodo and he silently lowered his left wingspan for Artemis to climb up. Carefully and slowly, Artemis mounted the black beast. It was no secret that he was scared. When he was on top of the dragon, Artemis smiled looking down and he suddenly exclaimed. "You all look like tiny bees from up here!" Aurora, Visera, Torgo and the dragon keepers laughed. Aurora walked to him and they looked at each other. Their dream finally came true; "Promise me, you’ll come back alive." Said Aurora. "I promise." "And that you will not burn the Mines to the ground. If she disagrees with you, perhaps it’s time to let her go." This was what Artemis truly needed to hear so he may stop his obsession with saving his sister. When he was ready, he shouted to Artodo. "Valar Artodo," and right there the dragon’s feet pounded the ground heavy as it prepared for takeoff.

TALE OF WATER ASHURA

Damian Aberra was executed after he was betrayed by the girl he loved. Hoping he could better his life, if he had gotten a chance, the axe landed on his neck. But the pain snapped his eyes open and now he was 11 years back in the past. With the new born opportunity, Damian hopes to change his life.

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?

(This is taken from my favourite drama 'Love and Redemption, this was supposed to be in the fan-fiction section but this was my first book on webnovel and I wasn't that experienced so I didn't know where to put it, so I have this on the section original, I hope readers will understand this issue. And Beware I changed somethings from the original drama.) (This picture is not mine. And if any of you own this picture and don't want me to use it as a book cover, then feel free to speak) 'I hope this time you won’t lie to me again….' 'I was wrong about you from the beginning! We will cut all ties from now on, right here, right now!' 'Such a mysterious thing, they all say that the Goddess of War killed the Star of Mosha. But, why is it now like this-' 'In this world something can be told and some can’t.' 'It is my fortunate to meet you in every life-time. Without you this vast world is meaningless to me....' 'Birth is not a beginning; death is not an end.' 'What ten lifetimes! 'What kind of reincarnation! These things have nothing to do with me....' 'Am I a heartless person!' 'Was I even born?' 'Where did I come from?' 'Who am I really?' 'Each time when the burst of power appears, the humankind will face great danger.' 'The Goddess of War’s destiny is unstable!' 'Why does the heaven wants to erase my past? Why? Why does it have to be like this!' 'Don’t be scared, no matter what happens, you are still you, Chu Xuanji.' 'The objective has already failed! Goddess of War has come back!' ---X--- The Great General Goddess of war who saved heaven in the deadly battle against the general of demons, the Star of Mosha, that took place 1000 years ago. Both of them descended from heaven and disappeared from that world. After thousands of years passed, suddenly Chu Xuanji was born and she was completely incompetent. Chu Xuan Ji was born without her six senses. But actually she is the reincarnation of the great General Goddess of War from heaven. But why she being targeted by both heavenly realm and demon realm? Is she really only the General Goddess of War or someone else? Chu Xuanji is friends with Yu Si Feng. He is the amazing head disciple of Lize Palace and falls in love with her. So it started an amazing chemistry between them; one is heartless and another is willing to give his heart to her! Sifeng also has a extraordinary past. He is also from the heaven, could it be he knew Chu Xuanji in his past life? Xuanji works together with Si Feng to fight against the evil forces. But there are many misunderstanding which they need to get through. Will they able to get thorough the misunderstandings? Will they able to sort out their feelings? But will they be able to returns peace to the pugilistic world and eventually uncover both their dark past? Can they change the will of Heaven? Will the fate will let them be together?

"Abhinav, an ordinary teenager, is reincarnated as a young child named Cain Fenris Merlin. As time flows, he realizes he is fated to become the strongest fire mage. Michael, similar to Cain, is destined to become a water knight. Fate intervened, and they both became friends. However, due to the enmity between their two factions, they had to pretend to be enemies. Cain wanted to stop this discrimination, leading everything to take a dark turn. His efforts did not pay off, so he decided that only a dark path could bring change to this discrimination. Knowing that his best friend had turned to evil, Michael decided to stop him and tried to convince him, but Cain wouldn’t even listen to his best friend. Thus, they both became enemies and began to fight each other. Eventually, they reconciled and saved the people of Pandora from discrimination and senseless deaths. But fate decided to play again; a new foe appeared. He was sinister, a formidable being, the king of all demons. The demon king decided to stir up the conflict again, but Michael and Cain stopped him and restored peace once more." _________________________________________________________________________________________________ This is a new series I’ve decided to start. I bet you will like it. Support me if you guys liked it. If any grammar mistakes are found, please forgive me. English is my second language, and I’m not fluent in it.

In a tranquil café in the Shirogane district, Kaito, a passionate young man about coffee, and his lively friends transform the place into a lively sanctuary. On a sunny spring morning, his encounter with Masaomi, a mysterious and profound barista, brings an unexpected change in both their lives. As they uncover hidden pasts and desires, Kaito and Masaomi navigate through emotional adventures and challenges, discovering that love reveals itself in the most unexpected places and moments.

hey stop running up and down you will hurt yourself said tanya, diva's nanny. To her diva was a 9 year old girl who was loved by everyone her parents Bella and Dominic and Tanya her nanny her life was like a bed of roses until things started going bad first Tanya was sent to south America then her parents got into an accident where she lost her mum and her dad to a vegetable state after three months of her mother's death, she lost her father things took a wild turn when her dad died and she couldn't access his property and asked Tanya for help but Tanya had a different thing in mind ....... Guess what it is

Evaline Liliana harts, the first lady of the harts family, and the second child of Duke lukeman Darian hart ,was a sweetheart. she was loved by all for her sweet and caring nature. Evaline has always dreamt of a life where , she'll marry the man of her dream, live a simple life , away from the political struggle of her family . But all her dreams shattered after she's to marry the mysterious man for her family's sake ....... read as Eva struggle between her duty and love.... will she make the right choice?!. read to find out