Greed

In New York City, where money and power rule, a ruthless Mafia family controls everything. Eleanor, a talented artist, is forced to marry Alexander Sterling, a billionaire with a cold heart. Their marriage is based on obligation, greed, and lies. Eleanor's family is on the verge of bankruptcy, while Alexander's mother wants to use Eleanor's talent to grow their business. When they get married, Eleanor faces Alexander's disrespect and control. Despite his tough exterior, Alexander has secrets and vulnerabilities. He's haunted by his past and wants redemption and love. Eleanor wants to break free from her family's wealth and make her own way. As they navigate their loveless marriage, Eleanor struggles to find her place. But beneath the surface, they both feel a forbidden attraction. Will they give in to their desires or fall victim to the dangers around them? Dive into a world of High-stakes arranged marriages, Ruthless Mafia power struggles, Forbidden love and hidden passions, Family secrets and betrayal, Art, luxury, and the elite..

Asiah’s noble family is in shambles, driven to ruin by her father’s greed. Desperate to save her sisters, she plans a daring heist: sneak into the forbidden Holy Garden and steal a priceless relic. But when Asiah takes a ring from the statue of the sun goddess's son, she accidentally brings him back to life. Mistaking her for his lost love, the godkin pledges his eternal devotion. Now, Asiah is trapped between a powerful demi-god's obsession and the dangerous secrets of the Holy Kingdom. Can she escape with her heart—and her sisters’ freedom—intact, or has she unleashed a divine fate she can’t outrun?

A war ridden world where people who can use magic are called witches and wizards. A constant fight between magicians, and non-magicians. One that has been going on for centuries. The story follows a young boy and his sister who conceal a hidden life, as they attend one of the 7 grand magic schools, located in Japan.

-Op Mc? Yes! -Daughter? Yes! -Multiple worlds? Yes! -Long timeskips? No! -Fastpace? Yes! ... "You either Die a Villain or Live long enough to see yourself as a Hero." ~Probably Spark --------------------------------------- Spark, the lofty young master of the Dwight family, had always been a mystery. His true abilities were never known until the day he stepped onto the frontlines. In one awe-inspiring exhibition of power, Spark shocked the world and sent the coalition army of the five emperors into a chaotic retreat. Now, with the eyes of the world on him, each faction lusted to uncover the secrets behind his unparalleled strength. Still, in spite of the rampant curiosity and greed, nobody had the guts to confront him directly. And with every rumor spread of his feats, a question burned in every mind: was Spark this powerful all this time, or was he casting an illusion of strength before everybody's eyes?

Ether Online was a VRMMORPG that captivated players with its expansive world and fantastic creatures like vampires, angels, demons, and elves. Willow was just another player... well, actually, he was among the unlucky few stuck with the Explorer class—great for support, but pitiful in combat. Luckily, that all changed when he discovered the Grimoire of Eros in the Cave of Greed, allowing him to switch to the Divine Seducer class. But this transformation happened on the same day that Ether Online’s servers shut down for good. Still, Willow went to bed feeling content, as though he had finally closed a chapter. Until... [THE TUTORIAL ENDED.] He awoke under a blue sky, lying on lush green grass. It didn’t take long to realize that he was somehow in the world of Ether Online itself—and this time, there was no logout option! [You have unlocked the Unique Skill “Transparent Lasso.”] "Hm! So now I can measure my relationships with hearts? What's this—an eroge?!" [You have unlocked the Unique Skill “Vision of Eros.”] "WHAT?! Does this mean I can sense people's intentions, feelings, and essence? It’s basically like reading their character files!" [You have unlocked the Unique Skill “Carnal Bond.”] "The description says: 'When you reach a high emotional bond with someone and become intimate, all your attributes will permanently increase'... THAT’S AMAZING!"

It is said that you shouldn't meet your heroes. Gehaldirah, a high elf of royal bloodline didn't have to meet the realm lord of High Heaven before he became disillusioned. His admiration for the paragon of the high elf race turned into hatred when he got some damning knowledge about why demons kept attacking his home and looting the sacred tree of life. His hatred for the realm lord turned to self-hatred for his weakness and mediocrity. Gehaldirah had a moment of introspection. He isn't at the bottom of the ladder in this strength-based hierarchy. He is a king of law, but that apparently isn't enough to guarantee your fate. His strength is also mediocre because it was granted to him because of his bloodline. He determined he had to change himself. He has to become better. He concocted a plan that is one part genius and one part greed. His plan for reincarnation led him to the trial of heaven that occurs every origin cycle. He needed Origin essence so he participated in the trial. He got more than he wanted from the trial. His plan for reincarnation would be a success after some adjustments. But now he has a different aim. He won't aim for just the realm lord. The realm lord has control of the High Heaven Realm. That isn't enough for Geraldirah anymore. He became greedier. He has his sight set on the movers and shakers of the Void Universe. Only the power to subvert the will of World Gods will do. The plan to create LEGION, the ultimate organism was then hatched. If one person cannot achieve something, what about a multitude of them? His journey will not be easy. He will have to overcome Celestials and their Celestial Supreme, Gods and their GodKings, Demon kings and their Demon gods. The Void Universe is full of obstacles that will like nothing more than to put an end to his path. It is not that they hate him. They will oppose him simply because the era of conquest is coming. There are no friends in the era of conquest. It is everyone for themselves. And he will use everything and everyone for the advancement of Legion. AUTHOR: I cannot promise that you will like it. I can only promise that the book is original and unique. It is something new. The MC is neutral evil. He is willing to sacrifice everyone for his goals. He is smart and the antagonists in the book are cunning. Discord: https://discord.gg/b3xeynDZQe Power Stones Goals: 1400PS - 1 Extra Chapter. 2000PS - 2 Extra Chapters. 3000PS - 3 Extra Chapters. 5000PS - 4 Extra Chapters. Golden Tickets Goals: 100 Golden Tickets - 1 Extra Chapter. 200 Golden Tickets - 2 Extra Chapters. 300 Golden Tickets - 3 Extra Chapters. 400 Golden Tickets - 4 Extra Chapters. 500 Golden Tickets - 5 Extra Chapters.

Mizuki is a young man who is just looking to do the right thing. In modern-day japan, magic runs rampant and has changed everyday life, sometimes for better and sometimes for worse. The good and evil clash on the daily in a constant struggle. Only pro heroes stand in the way to prevent the regular everyday man from being crushed underfoot. All is well for the heroes, but a large threat looms on the horizon... A mysterious masked man who wields unkown powers. The story is of a young struggling hero, Mizuki, finding his footing in a world of magic and war. He has to work alongside his friends and brother to do the right thing but also survive.

‘Am I hallucinating? Am I dying?’ Marx thought. Perhaps he was seeing visions because he was feverish and his head ached from the contusions he suffered during the crash. He blinked but the vision was still there. He saw a beautiful woman fully naked on the edge of the other side of the spring. Her slightly wavy hair with the color of copper cascaded freely down her slim waist. She raised her arms and dived cleanly into the water. Marx waited but she did not emerged from the water after sometime. Marx chuckled. “How could there be a woman in a jungle in the middle of nowhere?” He heard a growl from behind him and before he can react a big tiger pounced on him. The last thing he remembered was seeing four canines closing in and hearing a loud female voice shouting, “Khalil, stop!” … Discover how Amaya who grew up in the wild copes with the pressure and challenges of returning to the civilized world. Accompany her on her journey to find love, acceptance and recognition in the treacherous human world of betrayal and greed. *** The book cover is not mine. It is a photo of one of the most beautiful actress in my country.

In a world where a single man's anger and greed plagues the land in which they call home.A young girl does everything in her power to make a suitable life for her and for those around her. Each step of the way new problems and horrors will stand in her way. The more her good name grows with the deeds she does the more of a target she will become. Can she do it alone? Or will our devoted lady seek help from the unexpected to pave a life through the darkness and into the light.

[ WSA 2024 ] What would you do when you're faced with the ultimate being that is by true right Omnipotent, Omnipresent, and Omniscience? What would you do when that very being tells you it will give you anything you ever wanted? And what would you do when the ultimate being, devoid of greed, gives you the power to generate INFINITE MONEY? This is the story of a boy who gets reincarnated in a new world filled with countless possibilities and dangerous beings. Now, with the power to generate INFINITE MONEY in his hands, how will he survive in this world? Will he be used by everyone else around him.... Or... ...will he buy them ALL? _________________________________ The guy in the poster is the future appearance of the Main Character. This is my first novel so expect some bumpy chapters in first few.

Alexis Francisco age 25, was your not-so-normal College Student at Mindanao State University, on the island of Mindanao, Philippines. Born and raised in a family of prestige and wealth in the City of Butuan, whose lineage traces back to the pre-colonial Philippines, values, martial arts, and traditions of the old are deeply rooted in his mind. Despite this, his love for politics, history, and languages, made him so promising that his family started to train him to be the next successor of their family’s wealth. Devoid of greed and lust, made him just the perfect candidate to do so. But jealousy is the bane of the human race, you never know when to stop and who should not be touched. Relatives full of greed and insecurities started plotting his death, thinking they were much more suitable than him. And just like that, the promising heir of the oldest family in the Philippines is now dead in the alley outside of his school. Brutally shot in the head five times making him look like an amalgamation. But the heavens favoured its chosen sons, given a chance to be reincarnated in a universe quite similar like his, choosing to accept, his adventure starts. Reincarnated as a newborn heir of the Rajahnate of Butuan. Saigu Alexie of House Shaja. Arm with his knowledge and capacity as a modern man, let us join him in his journey as Heir to the throne of the Rajahnate of Butuan. Notice: This novel is not intended to insult or degrade any culture, race, ethnicity, or religion. If ever you are offended because of this novel, I would like to apologize in advance. Also, English isn't my first language so please bear with the repetitive words, grammatical error, and wrong usage of filler words, and many more. Hope you understand GENRES: Low-Fantasy, Alternate Universe, History, Racism, Kingdom Building, Romance, Wars, Low-History, Non-Harem, Monarchy, & Religion --------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone. I am Holy_Slayer, a newbie writer based in the Philippines. This novel is inspired by my hometown’s history and my love for monarchy. I would like to apologise in advance as this novel might be offensive to some readers who are too nationalistic. If you ever wanted to read this, be open-minded and forget your lesson in our history as this novel will not be touching 100% in history despite having a ‘history’ as one of its genres, but I am trying to incorporate some historical events and people in my story. NOTE: The Rajahnate of Butuan is a real kingdom that existed in 988. For discord server: https://discord.com/invite/KMmszZ3Crv

"The Azure Lotus" - It is said that this flower blooms once in 10,000 years... Is it really so...? Well, when summarizing the main story of this novel, it comes to mind that greed is born with the intention of gaining power, or the only goal of greed is to gain power. From this, a sense of entitlement full of inferiority is born. The attraction towards each other has been going on for an eternity, and with it, the range of inferiority complexity is gradually increasing. It is said that whenever this arises in someone's heart, it causes destruction everywhere for them. From the influence of which even the kingdom of heaven is not exempted. But it is also true that if there is a disease, there is a way to cure it, and here it is the union of "pure love" and "wisdom." How will our "Goddess of Love Kiyoko" and "God of Wisdom Akimitsu" connect with each other holistically for the welfare of the world, stand against this destructive, all-consuming, negative, anti-life force, and continue the struggle to maintain harmony in the entire world. This is the topic of our Nobel... Disclaimer This is a work of fiction. Unless otherwise indicated, all the names, characters, places, events, and incidents in this book are either the product of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. This fiction does not represent any particular nation, religion, language, coterie, nor oppose it. Here the writer is only trying to follow some realistic material in order to create a realistic plot of the story; they don't claim anything else... And also, as our fiction on the one hand condemns war, conflict, violence, strife, bloodshed, brutality, oppression of the strong over the weak, and adultery. On the other hand, it also supports life, peace, unity, prosperity, cooperation, kindness, compassion, pure love, and wisdom wholeheartedly. So we humbly request all the readers to please enjoy this novel just for the pleasure of reading the story. Finally, this is what I want to say - "Life is a wonderful creation of God, so it should be cherished like a great purpose. It is necessary to prepare its own foundation by combining pure love and wisdom. Peace should be its requirement, and unity should be taken as its strength."

In a fortuitous encounter, Jane's path unexpectedly intersected with that of a young man, David. Little did they know that this seemingly insignificant moment would become the catalyst for an extraordinary journey that would forever alter the course of their lives. As time went on, Jane and David who were originally engaged in constant arguments and fights found themselves drawn to one another in ways they couldn't comprehend. However, David, burdened by the weight of his family's legacy, found himself entangled in a bitter battle with his uncle over the control of his grandfather's company. The once harmonious family dynamics had crumbled under the weight of greed and power struggles. Despite David's best efforts to push Jane away for her protection, she remained by his side, unflinching in her support and prepared to face the difficult challenges that lay ahead of them. Please note that the point of view (POV) frequently shifts between the MC and the ML

After being reincarnated in a world called Neron, and destined to be an Average Joe, a common D-Rank Adventurer. Tyler quickly learns the cruelty of life, after being used as a pawn in a selfish and ruthless war, he ended up being captured by the very thing he was fighting against, demons, without any hesitation he was bombarded along with the demons. Caught in the destruction of the demon king, he was unable to save himself and fell to his death. Fate, however, had other ideas, it wasn't done with him yet. After being reawakened in a new era, in the center of the demon territory, he finds himself caught in a rapidly growing and dangerous situation. Swept in his newfound strength, and caught in the greed of his formal self. What will he do next? Will he return to the people who used and betrayed him, will join the enemy against the human race, or will he forge a new path as the one above all. The Suoreme Monarch. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Support the Author. PayPal: animetagz@gmail.com Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/QGQJm6XHCf Read other works on, Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Animetagz You can also follow me on Instagram: @Animetagz.

Jan-Hendrik van Aswegen is an aimless twenty-two year old who moves from Cape Town to the big city of Johannesburg in search of a new life. Failing to get a job or a purpose, he decides to sell drugs with high school best friend Joseph. The two start a drug empire and become some of the most wanted criminals in the country, drawing attention from law enforcement and rival drug lords. Follow Jan-Hendrik and Joseph as they climb up the ladders of crime, battling against corrupt police officers and Nigerian gangsters in the process. As well as try to survive in an environment where human life is cheap. A tale of survival, betrayal, revenge, power, greed and heartbreak. "Toe dit wel gebeur en voldoende goudertsreserwes ontdek is, was die voortbestaan van die Goudstad verseker." "That's just how it goes, my brother. It's survival of the fittest out here. Dis 'n leeuwereld hierdie, tjom!" - Joseph "Ek ry al die pad na die goudstad toe, maar ek kom nooit daar uit nie. Vir een of ander rede, is dit okei by my." - Jan-Hendrik

Setia is a commander of a mercenary army, obsessed with revenge and greed for power. After a great defeat she decides to change her life and reach for the crown. She comes across her past lover, an assassin and former slave. Each of them will play an important role in her future as well as magical Dragon's Amulet.

During the construction of one of the largest coal-fired power plants in the Philippines, the company accidentally awoke something beneath the earth. The victims in the incident swore they heard a thunderous groan, as if a creature were disturbed from its slumber, but because of man's greed for wealth and power, the situation only got worse. Since the balance of the world is at stake, the realm of the unseen will be meddling with human affairs and fulfilling the prophecy of their clairvoyant goddess. The journey will be perilous, but will they endure the elements and the tasks? Will they answer Bathala's call to his seven heroes? Read more here! DISCLAIMER: Although the entirety of this work is based on Philippine mythology, the characters are purely the product of the author's imagination. It is a diversity of all the mythic creatures and beliefs of the ancient Filipino people before and during the era of the Spaniards. To clear up future confusion, there are various versions of the myths. Somehow, I found a way to nudge them together to create a more interesting work, but I try to keep the authenticity of our ancestors' beliefs. Thanks for reading!

Rankers, beings that were created by the Divine Goddess 3000 years ago, The history of rankers could be drawn back to even the beginning of time, where the Goddess flood the universe with mana fields or magic energy. The Devine goddess creation of rankers, were 4 beings. A male, Calamity. A female, Sin. A human male, Greed. and lastly, a split half of the goddess herself, The She-Devil. Following the events of that, We Meet Horikawa Kyoko, A office lady who had finished college and got a spot at her fathers company after getting himself hospitalized. The universe had deemed Horikawa of being a candidate for ranker, Horikawa was summoned to a new world having to follow the examples of the person's body she inhabits.

My life is surrounded by misfortune, where I have to endure the greed of men out there. No one pities me; instead, they treat me as an object to be sold. The amount mentioned was so enormous that it made my eyes widen in shock. Never before had I heard of such a sum for my frail body. Even so, who would want their body sold to a lecherous man? But then, the deep voice of a man who had just arrived broke the auctioneer's concentration. He was so different, though I couldn't see his face. But that voice had a profound impact on me.

I transmigrate into my favorite novel, where I need to die for my uncle's greed. Why I will sacrifice myself? No one deserve my sacrifice. So I thought, I won't die for this kind of trashy family. I will shine more than anyone in this world. Then no one will be able to kill me for their greed.

The Evanians are a group of people destined to protect their homeland, Evania, and the powerful secret it holds. For over a thousand years, they have upheld their duty, keeping Evania safe from external threats and maintaining the balance. However, their sacred mission faces a grave crisis when the existence of Evania comes to light. Rumors of its hidden power spread far and wide, sparking curiosity and greed. Kingdoms and civilians alike begin to search for Evania, driven by the promise of wealth and untold secrets. Now, with enemies closing in, the Evanians must rise to the challenge. Their task: protect Evania and its ancient secret at all costs, as the fate of their land hangs in the balance. The guardianship that lasted a millennium is about to be tested like never before.

The greed of men knows no bounds. They hunt for all the treasures of the world even ones they were never meant to possess. But greed is like a violent fire, it knows no friend and no master. The greed and desire for power of two men will lead the futuristic world of 2080 into calamities they would only wish were nightmares

The Mortal Realm never stands for long. The greed of man devours them every time they rise. And yet, they once received the blessing of the gods. Alas, their blood lays stagnant in them, thanks to The Seals placed upon humanity by Ophelia, Incarnation of Corruption. Countless ambrosia fueled calamities, known as the Unsealed, have ravaged the realm for centuries. They've torn new valleys through the vastest plains, shattered homes and mountains alike. The New Gods do worse than stand idly by, they abandon those who break their Seals in their attempts to fight back against the Unsealed, revoking their blood. The gods have been killed before, what are a mere millennia of divinity worth in the face of man's hunger?

Reincarnation is a thing that our MC has read and seen for a long time. And because of that, though he was surprised he had managed to adjust to his new situation quite remarkably. Being the only son of a Baron helped as though it isn't much he is still technically a noble and his family held some land and power over it. But it soon changed when a screen appeared in front of him. [Greed System has been activated] When he heard those words he was shocked as this laid the foundation for his future actions as he would use the system to rise through the ranks of the world. A/N: This is a practice fanfiction since I wanted to give it a try. Image used for cover does not belong to me.

The story focuses on two characters: Oga and Nuu. Journey with them on their path to Power using any and all means necessary to reach the Apex. Extra Tags: Clan-building, and Worldbuilding I OWN THIS IMAGE Art by, Weymaker, you can find him on Fiverr for art commission. https://www.fiverr.com/s2/ba79bd2eb4 Shout-Out to ChatGPT, saving me hours of editing (Original story). Slow Updates + If It's not your taste, drop it! You owe me nothing, no need to leave a dramatic comment! (Graphic Sex) (Not for the Faint of Heart)

Alessia Thompson, a brilliant and determined businesswoman, is forced to marry Ethan Blackwood, the son of Reginald Blackwood, a ruthless corporate mogul. The marriage is a business arrangement, brokered by their families to merge their companies and secure a lucrative deal. Alessia's family, the Thompsons, have built their business empire through hard work and integrity. However, after her father's sudden death, the company is vulnerable to takeover. Reginald Blackwood sees an opportunity to expand his own empire and offers to merge the companies, but only if Alessia agrees to marry his son. Ethan Blackwood, a charming and successful businessman, is also trapped in this loveless union. He is secretly in love with Sophia, a woman from a lower social class, but his father's ambition and greed have forced him to abandon his true love. As Alessia and Ethan navigate their arranged marriage, they must confront their own demons and the dark secrets surrounding their families' business dealings. Despite their initial reluctance, they begin to develop feelings for each other, but their love is threatened by the very forces that brought them together.

In a world where magic and mystery reign, human greed and selfishness have perverted the arcane, transcending human limits; a dark future looms. The gods, offended by this affront to the natural order, have decided to unleash their wrath through the Ancestor, an omnipotent being destined to overturn the reign of the living. The Ancestor sent the Draugr to punish human existence. These fearsome phytomorphic creatures sow death in their wake. As chaos ensued and humanity teetered on the brink of annihilation, an alliance was formed to confront the threat. The 11 states joined forces to eradicate the Draugr and restore peace. These champions possessed a mastery of arcane magic and were prepared to do whatever it took. That is, until one day, they learned of a discovery...

IN THE WORLD OF THE WORLD OF HAX THE DWARFS WERE ONE OF THE FIRST RACES BUT AFTER TWO HUNDRED YEARS MANKIND WAS BORN THE HUMANS DID NOT HAVE THE STRENGTH OF ORCS AND THE MAGIC OF DRAGONS AND THE NUMBERS OF GOBLINS OR THE LONG LIFE OF THE ELVES ALL RACES LOOKED AT MANKIND AS SLAVES AND FOOD EXCEPT THE ELVES AND DWARFS DID NOT THEY SAW CAPACITY AND POTENTIAL FOR GREAT FATES AND TAUGHT HUMANS HOW TO CONSTRUCTION AND AGRICULTURE AND INDUSTRY AND HOW TO FIGHT MANKIND RAISED FAST THEY KILLED THE STRONG ORCS AND THE MANY GOBLINS AND THE MAGIC DRAGONS AND MANKIND BECOME THE STRONGEST RACE IN THE TAO EMPEROR'S WORLD, AND THEY ENSLAVED OR EXPELLED ALL THE RACES FROM THE GREEN PLANS EVEN THEIR FORMER SAVERS THE DWARFS AND ELVES AFTER MANKIND EXPELLED THE RACES THE DWARFS LIVED IN THE DARK LANDS OF THE BONE FOREST AND THEY SWEAR TO NOT HELP ANY HUMAN TELL THEY DIE BUT MANKIND GREED KNOWS NO BOUNDS AND IT WILL NOT STOP TILL ALL IN THEIR WAY ARE THEIRS OR DESTROYED

In 2030, a ravaging storm strikes Tokyo, 17-year-old Hiroki Kurogane seeks for a shelter in an abandoned bookstore, tormented by memories of a world destroyed by cruelty and greed. When a mysterious, ancient glowing book catches his attention, As things got worse, Hiroki realized he was facing certain death, and an unknown force pulls him into a destiny he never expected. Hiroki will suffer to unravel the mystery of the book, confront his fractured past, and to uncover the truth about Yumix.

In a world where gods once ruled, humanity now rises up with ambition and greed, challenging divine dominance. This wave of resistance shakes heaven and earth, forcing the gods to flee the thrones they once ruled. Amidst the chaos, the conflict between gods intensifies, revealing painful intrigues and betrayals. After a devastating defeat, hopes for unity fade, and the gods are trapped in a sense of despair. However, new threats from mankind continue to lurk, forcing them to rise again in a state of devastation. Now, in a critical situation, they must choose: unite to restore what has been lost or fall into extinction. Can the divine forces still resist, or will they be trapped in their dark history? Join this epic journey, where every decision could change the fate of the world. In the battle between divine and human forces, no one is safe, and every choice can determine an unpredictable future.