Under Fire A Love Over Duty

In the bustling halls of Oakridge High School, where teenage emotions run high, and crushes bloom like wildflowers, we meet Alex Parker, a second-year student with an unwavering belief in true love. Despite his charming smile and kind nature, Alex's heart has known its share of rejections, leading him to believe that perhaps love isn't in the cards for him. However, there's one constant companion that Alex can always count on: the radiant stars that light up the night sky. Their brilliant glow has become a source of solace for him, a reminder that there's something magical out there waiting for him. Each evening, as he gazes up at the heavens, Alex finds comfort in the steadfast presence of his celestial confidants. When a new school year begins, Alex's world takes an unexpected turn. As he navigates the challenges of high school life, he finds himself drawn to Emma Turner, a talented and compassionate classmate. With a heart full of hope and hesitation, Alex musters the courage to approach Emma, hoping that this time, his feelings will be reciprocated.

I am in a child. I am not a child. What the heck is going on?

Chinese historical fantasy BL

Almost five thousand years ago, Selene was the strongest kingdom in the universe, ruled by Cyrus Sol Selene. Rumours had it that he killed his father to take over the throne. Everybody bowed down at his shadow's mere presence. Everyone except her. Nila was King Veer's 15th daughter. Out of his 18 children, she was the least favoured. As King Veer’s kingdom faced an impending attack from Cyrus, he desperately chose to offer Nila as a sacrifice to the werewolf king. How will this marriage turn out to be? Will she find a way to escape the clutches of the werewolf king? Excerpt Nila gasped, her face turning red due to rage and embarrassment ''You cheated! How could you fool me with another identity?'' Cyrus chuckled inching closer to her until her back hit one of the pillars, ''Look who is talking about identity, you thought wearing a wig could hide the fact that you were a woman?''

hallo semuanya di duty revenge ini bakalan menceritakan seorang anak bernama Aleksander yang harus menyelamatkan teman-teman dari bahaya para psikopat dan siapkan dalangnya dari permainan ini

Liliam's life, defined by monotony and superficial relationships, craves genuine love and validation. This all changes when she meets the strongest Alpha in Montana, claiming to be her destined mate. Suddenly, she's thrust from her dull existence into a fantastical world where supernatural creatures pursue her, and Liliam must find her place in a world that surpasses her wildest dreams.

tells the story of Rover Averway, a high school boy in a difficult situation. Indeed, the world he knew has been destroyed, replaced by a chaotic place, where walking corpses live and many nonsensical monsters begin to destroy human civilization. Will humans be able to survive the various nonsensical things or vice versa?

Ruth is a very gloomy and broken young woman who works a job she hates as a vampire hunter. After a series of events spanning the course of a couple of nights, her cold demeanor finally crumbles and gives way to her real self after meeting a mysterious bartender she was sent to hunt down by her boss.

Almost six years after his divorce, guilt looms over Eddie's memories of fatherhood and the choices he made for his children. As two of his grown kids wrestle with the complexities of adult life, the third spirals into addiction, landing him in prison, prompting Eddie to wrestle with the haunting echoes of his past mistakes and strive toward a more fulfilling future.

In a world on the brink of collapse, nations clash as global tensions spiral out of control. The looming threat of nuclear war casts a shadow over humanity’s future. The fate of millions rests in the hands of those willing to step into the battlefield, but not all wars are fought on the frontlines. Sarah Wells, an elite soldier, and her team are sent on high-stakes missions to prevent the destruction of entire cities. Each mission brings them closer to the heart of the conflict, revealing a dangerous web of political manipulation, personal sacrifice, and devastating loss. But as they fight to save lives, they begin to question the very cause they are risking everything for. When a new military specialist is sent to oversee their operations, Sarah and her team must navigate the fine line between loyalty to their orders and the growing realization that not all battles are what they seem. As the horrors of war unfold, Sarah must confront her doubts, the lives lost, and the morality of the war itself. Can she and her team make a difference, or are they merely pawns in a game much larger than themselves? Call to Duty explores the harrowing reality of war, the cost of survival, and the struggle to hold onto hope when all seems lost.

In a kingdom where dragons are extinct, and civil war has left the land in ruins, Eamon Valaryon, a royal bastard, is thrust into a deadly game of power after his father's brutal murder. As dark forces rise, Eamon must choose—claim a throne he never wanted or watch the kingdom burn. In a world of betrayal and bloodshed, can he rise from the ashes, or will the shadows consume him?

The Fire Pheonix is about a female fire pheonix named Huo who didn't know she had immense powers in her until she met Vulcan the blue phoenix and young prince of the mystical realm of Aethoria, where ancient magic dwells. As Huo discovers her powers, she learns she's the last living heir of the legendary Fire Phoenix Clan, thought to be extinct. Vulcan, with his guidance and mentorship, helps Huo unlock her true potential. Together, they embark on a perilous quest to reclaim her birthright and save Aethoria from the dark forces of the Shadow Syndicate, led by the ruthless sorceress, Lyra Vulcan's morher who practiced evil magic until she became totally evil. As Huo and Vulcan navigate treacherous landscapes and battle formidable foes, they uncover hidden secrets about their past, their families' histories, and the ancient prophecy that binds them. With the fate of Aethoria hanging in the balance, Huo must master her powers, confront her destiny, and decide whether to follow her heart or her duty as the rightful Fire Phoenix Queen.

"This way, nobody will suspect that you don't live in my room." Nicholas gestured discreetly. "Thank you, Elder Brother. Can I borrow some books from your study?" Sarah asked while expressing her gratitude for his thoughtfulness. "Help yourself." Nicholas nodded with a warm smile. "Elder Brother, from now on, you are my favorite!" Sarah's face broke out into a smile. Nicholas gently patted her head. As it was getting late, Sarah bid farewell to Nicholas before she cheerfully crossed the secret passage and slipped into her own room. Nicholas's gaze lingered on the painting, hiding a secret passage between two rooms, his thoughts drifting. As the days passed, he grew accustomed to the subtle sounds emanating from the other side of the wall. Sarah's gentle voice humming a soft tune, her gentle whispers as she read a book, her excited exclamations when she came across an interesting scene, the soft rush of water when she showered, the soft music drifting from her cassette player, her occasional light coughs when she was under the weather, and the muffled noises of the TV when she watched movies or news. This quiet intimacy created a sense of familiarity, and Nicholas found himself anticipating Sarah's daily rhythms. What would today bring? The soft melody of her laughter or the absorbed silence of her reading, or maybe her gentle humming? Only time would tell.

Meet Alexander Jensen (Alex, for short)—a hardworking, thirty-something guy who spent a lifetime climbing the corporate ladder, only to hit every rung on the way down. Just when he thought things couldn’t get worse, he finds himself back in time… in his own crib. Yes, he’s been given a second chance to start from scratch, armed with the invaluable wisdom of 30 years' worth of failures, heartbreaks, and questionable decisions. Determined not to repeat his past mistakes, Alex sets out to give himself—and his loved ones—the life he always dreamed of. Armed with insider knowledge (hello, future stock market!), he’s ready to tackle playground politics, ace school with ease, and avoid every single regret he once collected like baseball cards. But it turns out that even with foresight, life has plenty of surprises waiting. In a journey filled with wit, heart, and an adult’s perspective on a brand-new childhood, Alex is ready to rewrite his destiny… or at least try. After all, who wouldn’t want to ace life on their second go?

Born wild, pursuing success and just at the start of her journey, her fate gets sealed to one Noble, he is everything she didn't want but her heart...does the ultimate betrayal

a kid named alex hates violence and he creates an alliance to end them. This is the journey of alex and his friends

A powerful mage's spell to prevent a catastrophe goes wrong, sending his consciousness, or "Ego," into another universe. The Ego finds Zydan, a 19-year-old, and guides him on a journey to unlock hidden powers. Zydan takes on daily tasks to improve mentally and emotionally, unaware that the Ego is stealing digital currency from criminals to sustain itself. As Zydan balances university, chess, and work, taking care of his a dog and boosting his emotional well-being. Meanwhile, a syndicate begins closing in, adding danger to Zydan's path to unlocking his potential.

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A bossy jewel designer with an ill-feeling towards all things romance has to enter into a temporary relationship with her Personal Assistant to save her face from a scandal only to have her no-romance stance challenged and unwanted ghosts from the past reawakened. ••••••• Twenty-six Amelia Bronte is the owner of a successful fast growing millionaire jewellery company. However, the public image of pseudo confidence she displays is nothing but a facade: A traumatic event in her young adulthood has turned her off romance and anything that comes along with it. That includes men! Then again, one interview with the right man and a social media scandal sponsored by her ex is all it takes to question her hard stance against romance, but will it be enough to make the tall walls built around her heart crumble? ......................................................... This story is a work of fiction. With the exception of recognized historical figures, the characters are the product of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to any person, living or dead, is coincidental. All right reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means-electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise-without the prior written permission of the author.

Angel Draiker, a troubled African American teenager, has spent four years in juvenile detention after being caught joyriding, an outlet for the pain he feels from losing his father to police brutality. Now 18 and released for good behavior, Angel is sent to counseling as part of his release conditions, where his counselor, Mrs. Flowers, encourages him to join a trip to The Sanctuary of Fire. This cutting-edge wildlife reserve houses both extinct creatures and experimental hybrids. During his visit to the Sanctuary, Angel encounters a wolf-dragon hybrid, a fierce and majestic creature that immediately captivates him. Despite the dragon's initial aggression, a bond begins to form after Angel bravely saves the dragon's egg from a loose predator. Angel's connection to the wolf-dragon grows, mirroring his journey of self-discovery and redemption. Through their bond, Angel learns to confront his past, embrace his future, and find a new purpose in life.

Evanna’s world came crashing down the moment the physician gave her mother 6 months left to live. But after discovering a long, lost secret hidden by the elves, the sheltered and naïve princess sets off on a quest to find the one item that could change the hands of fate. In order to do this, she must come face to face with the Flori, the heartless and deadliest of the elven kingdoms. Her plan disintegrates when she is caught red-handed in the elven kingdom, where the penalty for even crossing over to their land is death. However, the princess soon finds herself to be the shiny new toy for the cold-hearted elven prince to play with; determined, she does what she must to survive. Will she be able to escape from his clutches and make it home in time to help her mother, or will she find herself falling deeper into the elven world he introduces her to? [ COMPLETED ] *** SNEAK PEAK *** [ MATURE CONTENT ] "Do you know what we do to thief's here, Evanna?" She placed her fork of meat down on the plate soundlessly, her attention still on the king. Evanna subconsciously held onto the knife still. "No, your highness," Evanna replied politely. The king glanced at the prince, and she followed his gaze. "We chop off their hands," The prince finished. Evanna watched and pulled her hand back in time for the prince's knife to slam into the table where her hand was placed. She gasped; another hand had been stabbed, sticking them to the wood. A loud yelp sounded from behind her. Within a flash, the prince stood up, pulled a sword out from his side, and swung it down on the man's wrist, dismembering the hand from his body. Blood squirted out and coated the table before her, along with her plate of food. The man fell back, wailing and holding his wrist. Evanna watched in shock as the guards came forwards and dragged him away. She looked back at the prince, who was wiping his blade with a handkerchief nonchalantly before sheathing it. Her attention was brought back to the king, who continued to eat as though nothing had happened. "Just remember that the next time you wish to steal from us." The king said lightly as he relaxed his cutlery and stared at Evanna, "You may be my son's new plaything, dressed up to look pretty, but do not fool yourself into thinking that he will release you once he is bored of you. You took something of great importance to him." ------------------- DISCLAIMER: *MATURE CONTENT* Graphic Violence Strong Language Sexual Content Attempted Rape *This is a slow burn book and is still ongoing* ----------------- Book Cover Design: I own the book cover so please do not use it :) Artwork illustrated by @if.__art Graphic design done by @katielord.designs Both found on Instagram^^ ------------------- Support me on Instagram: @kelly_starrz or join me on discord where you can chat to me/ ask questions: Kelly_Starrz#5020 Discord server: https://discord.gg/MHMdRRqUYa --------------------

"Shadows Over Intramuros: A Manila Mystery" weaves a captivating tale set against the historic backdrop of Metro Manila's oldest district, Intramuros. When Juan Dela Cruz, a young IT specialist with a penchant for solving puzzles, receives a cryptic invitation, he is unwittingly drawn into a game that blurs the line between reality and the supernatural. Each challenge leads Juan and a group of unlikely allies through the hidden corners of Manila, from the eerie halls of abandoned Spanish mansions to the bustling streets shadowed by modern skyscrapers. As they delve deeper into the game, they uncover clues that tie the challenges to the rich tapestry of Filipino history and mythology. Ghosts of the past and legendary creatures from Filipino folklore come to life, forcing the group to confront their fears and test their limits. But what starts as an adventurous quest soon spirals into a dark journey into Manila's colonial history, revealing long-buried secrets that have been hidden within the city's walls for centuries. "Shadows Over Intramuros" is more than a tale of adventure and supernatural intrigue; it's a story about the power of history, the bonds of friendship, and the courage to face the unknown. As Juan and his companions unravel the mystery behind the game, they learn that the true treasure is not the game's promised reward but the journey itself and the secrets of Manila that they bring to light. With each step, they leave the shadows behind, bringing forth the true spirit of Intramuros and its enduring legacy in the heart of the Philippines.

[Warning: r18+/strong mature content] Amidst the clash of desire and betrayal, who will dare to sacrifice everything for the sake of love? With the ability to foresee the future, Tarah could propel kings to unprecedented heights of success or plunge them into the depths of irreversible failure. But when her kingdom fell, Tarah was forced to offer herself into servitude to her captor in exchange for her brother’s life, becoming a spy in a dangerous game against Ezekiel, the future Dragon King of Ebodia. Haunted by a prophecy of his doom by a woman’s hand, Prince Ezekiel has meticulously avoided female company throughout his life. However, everything changed when he met Tarah, the new fated Seer of Ebodia. Initially only caring about ruling the world, Ezekiel now finds himself strongly enamored by Tarah, at the risk of losing sight of his own goals. Caught between safeguarding her brother's life and the growing affection for the domineering ruler, Tarah faces a dilemma. Will she navigate this dangerous path, risking everything for her heart's desires? ********* Excerpt: "You can't escape me. There's nowhere in this world where you can hide from my reach," Ezekiel whispered, his breath warm against her neck. Her throat tightened as his lips grazed her skin. With a firm yet gentle grip on her chin, he tilted her head, urging her to meet his intense gaze, causing her heart to pound in her chest. "I'm here to make you remember every detail of the agony you've caused me," he declared. "Agony?!" she protested. "Yes, your cruel betrayal. Leaving me, breaking your promise..."