A Court Of Thorns And Roses

Small-town to big-city contemporary romance; CEO, trauma, healing. Resilient female lead and witty male lead 5/11/2024 ~ Helle Chevalier had lived her entire life in a small town. Her father passed away when she was young, so she grew up with her single mother. From the outside, it seemed a mundane but happy life. However, everything turned upside down when Orion Lennox entered her world. Revealing the town's secrets, he offered her a chance at a new life. Will she take his hand? Or will she remain in her familiar hell? "How about I offer you a contract?" Orion proposed confidently. "If you sign it, you'll become engaged to me. You'll live in a big city, and your mother can escape this town too. It's a win-win." "What do you take me for?!" Helle retorted, her eyes piercing into him. "... I said engaged. We won't have any sexual relationship." "….."

The young master of the Thorne family, Adrian Thorne, one of the twelve great families on the floating cloud continent had it all, wealth, power and a beautiful fiancee........ until he didn't. When he returned home from his training in the mountains after receiving a strange necklace from his father, he was shocked to find his whole family massacred by the people of demonic faction. Ambushed and injured, he thinks that the end is near until a drop of blood causes the necklace to emit a dazzling light just as he passes out. Adrian wakes up to find his pursuers dead. Shocked and still in grief, he searches his home to find his younger brother and a servant girl still alive. Vowing to take revenge on those that destroyed their family, the group of three wander off into the night. With his new inheritance, will Adrian be able to have his revenge and be able to rebuild his family with just the three of them? And who helped the demonic faction ambush the Thorne family?

Fujima Shintaro was an orphan adopted by a dark organization named "Dark Souls". This organization are groups of assassin who eliminates people deserving death. To the people they uphold justice but in reality, they do it for the money. Fujima is a 1st year high school student who is a member of the organization and is labeled as a prodigy assassin. He would leave a rose on the chest of his victims earning him the nickname "Phantom Rose".

Ace Hart and Raya Gray started hating each other since they started working together in the office. Unfortunately Raya works under Ace.

In this present reality where enchantment is bound to the bloodline of a solitary family, Elara Thorne needs just to get away from her predetermination. As the hesitant watchman of the Thorned Crown — an old remnant of untold power — Elara dreams of a day to day existence liberated from obligation, regardless of the ages before her who committed themselves to safeguarding the domain. Yet, as the divine Cover's Blossom draws near, dim powers are attracted to the crown, taking steps to unwind both the realm and its mysteries. Tormented by her family's inheritance, directed by a champion auntie with insider facts of her own, and sought after by a strange sovereign with his own plan, Elara should conclude whether she'll embrace her power — or let the realm tumble to demolish. With partners including her wildly faithful shapeshifter companion and an imperial history specialist, Elara's process will uncover stowed away insights, prohibited wizardry, and the tough ties of devotion. In a test of skill and endurance, Elara should uncover the genuine expense of using the Thorned Crown and face the old soul that exists in. However long the crown stays in her grasp, she should stand up to the dull destiny bound to her blood... or then again risk all that she loves to liberate herself from it.

Amara, a celestial being, escapes a 200-year house arrest to explore the human realm with her bodyguards Mo Yue, Kane, and Ryo. Their journey encounters possessed acquaintances, demons, and the mysterious Kayden. Tensions rise with the arrival of Husani, revealing unexpected connections and family dynamics. As Amara takes commissions to earn celestial currency, she faces the threat of the Celestial Skies and delves into a world of illegal betting houses in a demon city. The plot intensifies with kidnappings and an unexpected reunion with Kyan, weaving a complex tale of fantasy, intrigue, and celestial politics.

Hiro is a 17 year old boy who made friends with 12 female warriors that came from the past to the distant future, Hiro and his friends must help them over come the struggle of this new world and help them protect the world from the danger that's about to come

What happens when a golden retriever personality collides with the infamy of a villainess who leaves chaos in her wake? Rina, a 21 year old woman— awakens in a world not her own, trapped in the body of a feared noblewoman, Andrelise Castiglions, with a reputation as sharp as the dagger hidden beneath her skirts. The empire stands at the brink of collapse, tangled in webs of deceit, treacherous alliances, and ambitions cloaked in silk and smiles. 'The Viper Of Castiglione Domaine' Amongst the many names she had in the empire, this is the most formidable name she is remembered by. Her mission? Survive long enough to return to her original life. But to do that, Andrelise must play the villain’s role without becoming the monster everyone expects her to be—because one false move could doom both her and the empire she never intended to save. With enemies in every shadow and power struggles unfolding at every turn, Andrelise learns that sometimes, the only way to outwit the game... is to master it.

Three hundred roses represent an endless and extraordinary love. Imagine if they were the key to someone's heart. This is a heartfelt tale of a girl who loved a fox with such deep devotion that she was willing to face even the greatest sacrifices for him. Her love was pure and unwavering, transcending even the boundaries of life and death.

Desire. Blood. Domination. In a society where vampires are revered as gods of the new world, humans willingly cater to their whims. Well, not all. Elion wants nothing to do with vampires. All that matters to him is to live his life and survive. On the other hand, Zephir, an arrogant and ruthless vampire, despises humans, seeing them merely as prey to be consumed. However, their fates intertwine unexpectedly and irrevocably during the Blood Courtship. Elion and Zephir find themselves bound by an unwanted and unbreakable bond. Now, battling against their own convictions and desires, Elion and Zephir are engaged in a struggle for control. In a gripping narrative of desire, blood, and rivalry, discover who will triumph when the destinies of the two collide.

On the luxurious yacht, Gu Xijun took off the last piece of clothing on his body and roared at the man in front of him: I can afford to play and I can afford to lose. So, a cat and mouse game that has nothing to do with the wind and snow has begun. In order to take revenge on his father's ruthlessness, Gu Xijun went to the high-end club in a rage to accompany the wine, and auctioned his body in a high-profile manner to discredit the Gu family. By mistake, this self-directed and self-acted farce prompted the mysterious man to borrow flowers to worship the Buddha and send it to Cheng Zihao's room. Gu Xijun designed to make him unconscious, and fled with the money. The world is so big, and the road will always be narrow. Gu Xijun, who was down, became a small employee of an advertising company, but he met Cheng Zihao, the creditor of the day. In order to survive, she was insulted by the arrogant and conceited Cheng Zihao, and she endured it; In order to feed and wear, she was toyed with by the cold-blooded Cheng Zihao with a poisonous tongue, and she endured it; But he challenged her dignity and bottom line again and again, but she couldn't bear it; Cheng Zihao, you are sick! If you sleep, you will be cured. From disgust to habit, and then to deep love, it is just a look back a thousand times. Just because I took a look at you in the vast sea of people, I will never forget it. But the love is deep, in exchange for not a long time, but a long-planned catastrophe. On the eve of the wedding banquet with his childhood sweetheart, Gu Xijun pointed a knife at his neck and calmly threatened the man in front of him: One step further, all you will get is my corpse. A pleasure once turned against a lifetime of love, he was just a thorn in her palm. Unwilling to pull it out, just to remind her of the pain at all times, the former gentleness and favor are just his most skillful disguise.

The light is here because the darkness exists. Just like that, the human realm exists because the demon realm is here. And in the great palace of the Blade Empire, a crown touches the peak of its glory before it falls from its grace. Lush Von Blade, the royal crown prince of one of the greatest Empire in the southern continent. He is loyal but betrayed. On the other hand, where even the Gods fear to set a foot on, a demon lord abides. His grace and cruelty have been unseen for centuries. He is the supremacy in the three realms. While Lush is the light, he is the darkness. Each exists because the other is here.

Dazzling and daring with unmatched beauty is Princess Zaria of Olympia. Promised at birth to wed King Vincent of Tario, a promise she has no intentions of honouring. Why should she when she did not make it? Hellbent, rebellious and risking starting a war with the most powerful kingdom, she will try to free herself from the treaty. Arrogant and mighty, with every kingdom at his mercy, King Vincent has never taken disobedience lightly. Moving heavens and earth, no stone left unturned, he will relentlessly ensure that the rebellious princess ends up his queen. Royal alliance and decrees will lead to passionate heartbreaks, plotting, betrayals and furry…..who will win?

[Mature Content] What do you do when your only ruler is about to lose their life to an illness? Do you seek out every medical specialist you can find? Or do you bargain for the help of something supernatural? And what do you do when they come knocking for payment? Ever since Empress Arabella took the throne, there has been peace in the Empire, but she lacks a husband and an heir. When tragedy strikes as an unexplained illness takes over her body, her advises rush to the aid of someone who is only willing to help, if she agrees to marry him... With enemies turning to loves, and a love story that reaches through time. Will Arabella agree to the terms or allow death to take her? Tropes Included: Vampires - Who hurt you? - Dark Romance - Fated Mates - Enemies to Lovers - Touch Her & Die - Force Proximity - Supernatural - Morally Grey Villain - Spice - Dark Gothic Atmosphere.

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50 plus years after the events of the deathly hallows, Angus Potter a descendent of Harry Potter is an American now living in Fort Worth Texas. He has retired from his military service in the magical world and is living as a Rancher and magic weapons smith. That all comes to an end one fateful night he hears loud banging at the front door of house.

[Book One] [WARNING!!!] R-18 Smut Scenes will come in so, parental guidance is advised. *.*.*.*.*.* Barely a month of being a classroom teacher, Selena Scott's life will change. When she encounters Bella Reese Lancaster, a four year old who would do anything to have her as her mother, and Timothy Reese Lancaster, a father with a daughter complex, one who would ruin the world so his daughter can be happy, she is taken on a roller coaster ride. One she will love for the rest of her life. But, when the tides start to change and the seas get stormy, would she be able to hold onto that which binds them together? Even if she lets go, she wouldn't be losing anything. Or would she? *.*.*.*.*.* "You're crazy," Selena mumbled, shaking her head. "Yea," Timothy didn't disagree. "For you," "You know," He continued, trailing kisses from her face down to her neck. "Getting you pregnant wouldn't be bad. After all-" Timothy shrugged and nibbled on her nape for a second before meeting her eyes, -"Bella's old enough to take care of two younger ones." "What!!?"

Breaking the Boundaries follows Kazuki Saito, a quick but undersized freshman point guard with poor shooting, as he joins Toraoka High’s struggling basketball team. Alongside a group of distinct freshmen, they work to reclaim the school's past glory.

Qin Zheng fell in love with an insanely handsome bartender and began to court him fervently. She started with publicly announcing her love for Xie Xun, causing him to be stalked by perverts for more than a month. Then, she bought out the bar for one night to confess to him, but tripped over a stool, and splashed wine onto Xie Xun. To celebrate her pursuing Xie Xun for an entire month, she spent a hefty sum on unleashing fireworks in the entire city. Alas, a firework accidentally fell onto Xie Xue, and he was almost hospitalized from being scalded. Xie Xun asked, “Are you trying to court me… or kill me?” Qin Zheng replied, “Baby, let me explain…” When Qin Zheng finally got him, her ex-fiancé mocked, “Qin Zheng, your taste plummeted quite a bit after you left me.” Her biased grandfather raged, “You have shamed the entire Qin family. Break up with that pretty boy at once!” Qin Zheng retorted, “It’s my life and I have authority over it. You have no right to tell me what to do!” She was Qin Corporation’s successor and the Qin family’s current matriarch. She was even a demon lord in the business industry, so who could tell her what to and what not to do? However… the pretty boy Xie Xun’s multiple identities were exposed, and one of them was being the world’s wealthiest and most mysterious bachelor. Qin Zheng exclaimed, “Oh no, I’ve been tricked.” She packed up her luggage overnight and got ready to leave, but Xie Xun blocked her way. The man’s gaze was dark and ominous. “Zheng Zheng, you provoked me first…” Qin Zheng backed away, feeling guilty. “Uhm… I don’t like powerful men, so we’re not compatible.” Xie Xun coaxed her, saying, “Then I’ll transfer all my assets to you, and be your personal bartender for life. How does that sound?” Qin Zheng stuttered, “O-okay…” Who could possibly say no to that?!

When a beautiful young lady discovers she was adopted, only for her to be sold off, she does not know how to face her mother. Unaware of her true existence and fate, she ran off to discover that she might be the one the Crown Prince was searching for. A beautiful rose who could either bring sweet fragrance through her existence or be a bloody throne. What will she choose? -------------- [Add the book to your library if you liked the story] Note: This is an original story by IrisSky and not a translation :)

"I have a confession: I may be king, but I fell in love with you the moment we met on the hill. Everything about the moment was pure magic." "My king," Oliver whispered. "The way you feel is mutual." Oliver tenderly rested his fingers under Fennel's chin, his eyes gazing into an emerald oasis looking back at him. "I can't hold back any longer." Their foreheads touched. Fennel flushed deep scarlet, wondering if he would be blessed with his first kiss from the sweet lips belonging to the handsome bard. *********** The largest kingdom of the faraway planet of Caelus, Charoux, is inhabited by a humanoid race of felines. The race is more human than cat. While they possess increased agility and better eyesight, their physical manifestations are only those of cat ears and tails, while all other features remain human. As the sun set one warm summer evening, the current feline king drew his last breath.  The weight of the world fell on Fennel Satnuro's chest, the sole son of the king and the rightful heir to the throne. When all hope felt lost, the feline heard an enchanting melody manifest from seemingly mid-air. He followed the music to find a lone, handsome young bard perched atop the highest hill in Charoux, strumming together the most beautiful music that had ever graced the prince's ears. At eighteen years old, the soon-to-be king falls in love at first sight and sound.

(Under Massive edits and restructuring - Done till Ch5) While searching for her missing brother, Charlotte's quest led her to Dante Vittorio, a prince from a neighbouring kingdom. Their meeting in the city's shadows sparked an unexpected alliance born of necessity and intrigue. As they delved deeper into the mystery, Charlotte was drawn to Dante's devilish charm. Their partnership evolved into something more—a forbidden romance that bloomed amidst the chaos of their mission. However, Charlotte carries dangerous secrets that could jeopardize everything, including their growing love. Would she risk exposing the truth to Dante, knowing it could unravel their bond? Or would she keep her secrets guarded, even if it meant sacrificing their relationship? As Charlotte grappled with these dilemmas, she wondered: Could their love survive the shadows of her hidden past?

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] Every piece of her armour will fall under the young General's scrutinizing gaze. *Daily updates / Revised&Resub.* *********************************** Where are you to hide when war comes to find you, but in plain sight, among the fighting armies? Come read the Tale of Tales, Where Flowers shed their petals To unveil deadly blades... *********************************** Soo-Ah, the girl with the heart of a flower had to disguise herself as a boy. It was the only way she could call the battlefield home. But all guises fall under The Generals' scrutinizing gaze. Can she put her trust in Sung-Ho, but most importantly can she trust herself? Time will tell, and a long-lost friend. Follow Soo-Ah as she grows up, unaware of the disaster coming her way, fighting to keep her identity and her life, and thrust into the care of a man who was born to beguile her reason. But now that she got reunited with Jung-In, her beloved childhood friend, she finally has an ally. Unless he has his own plans for her. ************************************* This novel has a historical setting, in old Korea, when the great Silla people unified the lands of the Three Kingdoms. It is a slice-of-life story seasoned with some spice on the side, that will carry you from the rural setting of old villages through the tents of a military camp and all the way to Seorabeol, the capital city. 18+ rating - explicit scenes of sexual nature, mild violence, death on the page. The story is divided into a 3 books series(projected chapter count: 200) [Cover design by author_aruel]

Ken, a 14-year-old boy with a passion for basketball, dreams of becoming a famous basketball superstar. Growing up in a modest neighborhood, Ken’s love for the game was nurtured by his father, a former high school basketball star. After his father’s untimely passing, Ken is determined to honor his memory by pursuing his dream. With his mother’s unwavering support and the guidance of his high school coach, Ken faces numerous challenges on and off the court. From balancing academics and training to overcoming self-doubt and fierce competition, Ken’s journey is filled with highs and lows. Along the way, he forms strong bonds with his teammates, discovers the true meaning of perseverance, and learns valuable life lessons. As Ken progresses through high school, he catches the attention of college scouts and begins to see his dream inching closer to reality. However, the path to stardom is fraught with obstacles, including injuries, personal sacrifices, and the pressure to succeed. Through it all, Ken remains steadfast, driven by his father’s legacy and his own unyielding determination.