A Gathering Of Secrets A Kate Burkholder

"He's truly a demon!" For years, this demon had tormented humanity. This demon was the Demon King, the vilest evil in known history. With nothing new coming forth, the Demon King decided that it was time to die and is finally executed by the human race. But that was a long-lasting ploy on his part, a ploy to another life. However, the Demon King's plan reincarnate into a life of his choosing fails as the Stream of Life rejected him. This forces him to reincarnate into the body of a young man known as Aaron Winters and lives his new life the way he wanted. This new Aaron would come to discover the secrets of the old Aaron's past and the world as he goes on in this new world while also having the much needed fun as the new Aaron Winters. But then... did he really escape from his previous life? Tags: Slice of Life | Antihero | R18+ | Magic | Smut | Reincarnation | Romance | Adventure | Demon | Overpowered | Harem | Action | Comedy | Ecchi

After a life dedicated to the hospitality industry, where he was known for his impeccable competence and ability to deal with challenging situations, Ethan Blake dies suddenly from exhaustion. However, his story doesn't end there. He is reincarnated in a fantasy world that resembles ‘The Court of Thorns and Petals’, a romantic novel he read in rare moments of leisure. Now, with a new name - Cale Von Arden - he finds himself as the personal butler to Lady Althea Rowan, one of the story's main heroines. Using his past life experience, sharp social skills and a mysterious magic called ‘Prestige’, Cale becomes a key player in events that go far beyond the plot of the original novel. As he helps Lady Althea face social and political challenges, he also draws the attention of other extraordinary women, shaping the destiny not only of the heroines, but of the world itself.

Mia has always dreamed of returning to the U.S., a place filled with childhood memories and distant family ties. But after a grueling journey, her arrival takes an unexpected turn. Instead of staying with her grandparents as planned, Mia learns her family has already secured jobs and a new house. The sudden shift leaves her questioning what secrets her parents might be hiding. As Mia adjusts to her new life, strange sensations ripple through her—tingling bones, heightened awareness, and an inexplicable connection to the world around her. When these sensations reveal a hidden power she never knew she had, Mia is thrust into a journey of self-discovery, danger, and a mystery far greater than she imagined. In this gripping tale of family, transformation, and hidden truths, Mia must embrace her newfound abilities and uncover the secrets that could change her life—and the world—forever.

In a distant day, in the heart of an ancient kingdom, a child was born on a cloudy day, as winds howled through the trees, as if nature itself sensed his arrival. There was a remote village on the outskirts of the kingdom where this child, named Malik, was born. It was a rare moment, the hour of sunset, shrouded in a light gray mist, a birth that carried with it both hope and fear. His mother, Fatimah, lay on her wooden bed in a small, old cottage, breathing heavily from the pain. Her face was pale, and her eyes were filled with worry, but she did not cease praying. “Oh my God, protect him, and grant him a great future.” But in those moments, as the world seemed still, there was something unusual surrounding this birth. There were secrets hidden in the folds of darkness, and although Malik’s family had been forgotten by memory, his birth was the beginning of a new chapter, a chapter entwined with both light and shadow, leading to a destiny unknown to all. As the orange sky first lit up, Malik took his first breath, but this was not the final chapter of his story; it was merely the beginning.

most characters start alive. Mine is dead and has been reincarnated as a vessel for the strongest Arcane user in history. Forgot to say if he dies the world and everything with it dies along with him new chapters released every day!

The world has been engulfed in darkness for over a decade, and humanity’s last hope lies in the divine test to gather the sacred Weapons of Divinity. Kaito Yamato, a grieving wanderer, awakens in an ancient chamber after a near-death experience, tasked with facing trials that will determine the fate of the world. Will he rise as the savior or fall to the darkness within?

She's hot as hell, seductive and a one of a kind beauty and she knows it. She wields it as her best weapon. He's Handsome, Rich and everything a woman wants and he knows it but he doesn't care. Meet Katherine Warren and Ian Fergus as the two hard headed and egoistic people gets entangled in a web of love, pain, secrets, revenge and Madness. Will Katherine let go of the Pain and fall in love and Start afresh or will she complete her mission and let the pain consume her And... Will Ian forget his childhood and move forward in life or will that pain he experienced be ever stagnant

Alice has to find a new family because her mother died recently. When she arrived at her new home, she doesn’t know that she will discover magical secrets…

Secrets in the Shadow follows Ethan Cross, a seasoned investigator whose life is upended when a mysterious case brings him face-to-face with his darkest fears. Set in a city cloaked in secrets, Ethan delves into a labyrinth of betrayal, corruption, and hidden truths. As he uncovers a sinister conspiracy tied to his own past, Ethan is forced to confront not only the enemies lurking in the shadows but also the inner demons he thought he had buried long ago. This novel blends psychological intrigue with edge-of-your-seat suspense, weaving a tale of resilience, redemption, and the enduring battle between light and darkness within us all.

When Elena Carter returns to the secluded town of Silverwood to care for her ailing grandmother, she’s expecting quiet days in the sleepy town she left behind. But from the moment she crosses its borders, strange occurrences pull her into a world she doesn’t understand. The eerie howls in the woods, the cryptic warnings of the townsfolk, and the unsettling pull she feels toward the forest hint that Silverwood holds far more secrets than she ever imagined. Elena’s arrival sparks the interest of Lucas Blackthorn, a brooding stranger with piercing eyes and a connection to the town’s darker side. As their paths cross, Elena is drawn to him, even as her instincts tell her to run. Lucas knows Silverwood’s secrets better than anyone—because he’s been living them. As a member of a cursed werewolf pack, his life is ruled by danger and betrayal. When Elena learns she’s the key to an ancient prophecy capable of ending a century-old curse—or unleashing a power beyond anyone’s control—she is thrust into a battle for survival. As rival packs close in, alliances shift, and hidden truths about her family’s past emerge, Elena must decide whom to trust in a world where betrayal is currency. With her heart torn between Lucas and the secrets he harbors, and her life threatened by those who seek to use her, Elena must uncover the truth about herself, her family, and Silverwood. But the closer she gets to the answers, the more she realizes some mysteries are best left buried. In a story of love, betrayal, and supernatural intrigue, Silverwood explores the thin line between humanity and the beast within—and what it means to risk everything for those you love.

I am POWER. I am destruction. Chaos Reigns. But I was not always like this.. MY Humanity is slipping away with each Town, with each Village, with each City that I burn - that I CLAIM. Fire consumes ME in MY thirst for more. I will not stop until OUR WHOLE WORLD sets ablaze.

"What are emotions worth in a world of dominance and desire?" Beneath the bustling streets of Bangkok, K&MC thrives as a hidden sanctuary for the elite, where power and desire are auctioned in their purest, most unrestrained forms. Amon and Kay Acainé-Saelau-Charoensuk, heirs to a family empire, are its enigmatic operators-masters of emotional manipulation who balance the ruthless demands of their family business with the forbidden allure of the auction's seductive world. While Amon guards his gelid composure and Kay fights against the chaos of his own impulses, their secret lives at K&MC entangle them in intense, volatile relationships. Khamron Almeida-Chalermchai, a beguiling wildcard, disrupts Kay's carefully constructed control, while Hiran Lunalilo-Sthirasuta, an infatuated advocate, forces Amon to confront desires he cannot suppress. As secrets unravel and personal boundaries blur, the Acainé family finds itself pulled into a web of betrayal, obsession, and desire. But in a world where emotional currency is traded like gold, what is the price of vulnerability-and who will pay it? #BL #Thailand #Romcom #MysteryandPassion #SecretsandLies #Family #FamilyBusiness #MentalDisorder #DarkRomance #BLNovel #NewWriter #LGBT+ #NewStory #Yaoi

This is the tale of an average nobody, who after his death got transmigrated in a new world. The memories of his average life flashed before his eyes, as he found nothing that was noteworthy about him. So in this new world should he try to change that, should he wish to be supreme, rise to the peak or to rule the heavens, but he's too lazy for that. "And how come all the names are so familiar. Don't tell me, am I in that novel?" Soon after waking up he realised this world was based upon the very first novel he read years ago. At first he felt happy that finally something unexpected happened in his life. But that happiness was short lived as he remembered the plot of the book and the crisis that was coming for the world. If that wasn't enough he was living in the body of Rio Raven Blake - avatar of Nyx. Known by his other names like The last dark spawn, The first fallen or The infamous Devil. In a world brimming with dungeons, towers, Gods, Demons, monsters and magic - our MC finds himself trapped in the body of the last villain. "I don't care about the novel plot, I'll just ignore it, and live my life peacefully." At least that was his plan, until he heard a voice in his head , that he's been waiting for all this time. [DING] [TING] [TIDING] [DID YOU MISS ME??? ] 'The great villain system, what a funny name.' You can earn points by ruining the plotlines, and can get whatever you want. Let me see, I'm a master at messing things up. [What, someone is going to do a prophecy that I will become the villain after growing up - kill him while he's still a kid.] [what, this potion was made for the protagonist and the alchemist heroine - I'll take it with me.] [ohh you're the one who saves the protagonist when he was about to die - go to prison, you traitor.] [wait, you have a sister. but she is sick and needs help - here take this potion and work for me.] Got a money making slave for life. [What, my parents are fixing my engagement with the princess, who's also a main heroine, but will betray me later and help everyone kill me - Humph...just you wait...] Once the plot started many years later, at the academy entrance exam. Protagonist was shining brightly, breaking all records, taking first rank, but no one was talking about him. As the news came out that the genius of humanity Rio Blake, will be joining the academy too. Not only mortals, even Gods and Demons were surprised at this sudden development too. {Nyx nods at her believers achievements} {Odin says you've grown a lot} {Gauri/Kali challenges you to fight her believer} {Jesus prays for your souls redemption} {Anubis awaits your enemies doom} {Lucifer writes down your lines, as you take on the Devil persona} The protagonist just stared at the guy who took all the limelight from him, but his surprise turned to shock, when his sister ran and hugged the man, while crying her eyes out, saying she missed him and she was sorry. "What is happening? Who is he? {Apollo curses...} ## -- A/N - 1) NO HAREM. (I believe in soulmate love 2) MC doesn't care about right, wrong, good, evil - as long as he gets what he want, he'll do it. 3) He hates the so called righteous hypocrites, so don't think he'll be friends with protagonist. 4) MC is serious when it comes to relationships, so don't expect any kind of pokemon collection harem. 5) MC hates the plot, so he'll ruin it. Do not expect him to follow it or him trying to keep it same as written. 6) I don't like hiding my strength tropes, so not happening. He will be OP, and a badass. ## -- Join my discord for character arts and discussions https://discord.gg/zFTJsYP7kM DevilDarkness#0506

Chaos, Entropy, the power of causality. The energy that makes every universe slowly decline and finally perish. The Destruction of Taoism, the birthplace of all demons and also the seed that creates universes. A secret everyone knows, but very few carry. Chaos and Causality, two forces that rule the universe itself. A simple goblin, imprinted a dagger and spent millennia chasing after it. Millions of lives and millions of adventures. His fate is one of high importance. One that will decide the fate of the multiverse itself. But who decided his fate? A Goblin with a pitch black dagger, travelling from universe to universe, acquiring strength and wisdom, all for the sake of reversing karma. Reversing the Heavens. Going against fate itself. And who would make such grandiose plans? Why, but the weakest of all creatures... A mere goblin... ---------------------------------------- This novel is bound to be big. I'll be going through a lot of lives, with a lot of different ideas. It's basically going to be all your favourite stories, blended into one protagonist. I haven't written the whole thing yet, so I'm open to ideas. If you guys want to see something specific you can always comment. Have a read, and hope you enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Disclaimer: Cover found on artstation.com

Jacqueline Kelly found herself compelled to sign a marriage contract in order to cover her father's mounting hospital expenses. However, this was no ordinary contract. Not only was the intended groom a notorious and domineering mafia don named Benjamin Turner, but Jacqueline also had to impersonate her twin sister, Jasmine Martin, who was rumored to be the sole object of his affection. If Benjamin uncovered her true identity, the gates of death would open for her. Jacqueline's grip on her skirt tightened as her hand trembled. Her gaze shifted from the marriage contract before her, to the polite smile of Madam Claire Turner, and then to Benjamin, who sat beside her. "Why the hesitation?" he murmured in her ear, then he poised his expensive fountain pen near the contract. Panicking, Jacqueline frantically picked up the pen, hoping he wouldn't find out she wasn't his Jasmine through her clumsiness. Will Jacqueline ultimately sign the contract, even with the dangerous mafia don as her prospective husband by her side? Will her true identity be unveiled by the man she's supposed to marry? And can she successfully fulfill the mission entrusted to her by Madam Claire Turner?

Synopsis of "Veil of Secrets" In a sprawling metropolis shrouded in ambition and deception, investigative journalist Alex Hayes is on a relentless quest for truth. When a series of mysterious disappearances begins to plague the city, Alex sees an opportunity to expose the dark underbelly of the elite—people who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. Haunted by a personal tragedy linked to one of the missing, Alex is driven not just by a professional duty but by a deep-seated desire for justice. Teaming up with Maya Chen a passionate activist advocating for the victims and Sarah Hayes who is a skilled hacker with a talent for navigating the shadows of the digital world, Alex plunges into the depths of a hidden society where privilege meets peril. Their investigation reveals a web of corruption that extends to the city’s most powerful figures, including Marco Rossi, the charismatic leader of the elite society, whose charm masks a ruthless ambition. As Alex unravels the tangled threads connecting the disappearances, they encounter Ethan Blake, a mysterious informant with a foot in both worlds—the elite and the marginalized. With his insider knowledge and complicated past, Ethan offers crucial information but harbors secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate a treacherous landscape where trust is a luxury and every revelation could be a deadly game-changer. As the stakes rise and danger lurks at every turn, Alex’s relentless pursuit of the truth puts them at odds with the very forces they seek to expose. Each chapter unfolds a new layer of betrayal, ambition, and moral ambiguity, leading to a final confrontation that will challenge everything Alex believes about justice, loyalty, and the price of uncovering the truth. "Veil of Secrets" is a gripping tale of resilience and revelation, exploring the lengths people will go to protect their secrets—and the devastating consequences of uncovering them.

The royal family of secrets is about a girl who finds secrets and curses from past generations of her family. she finds her moms diary and reads through it for fun until she finds something that brings her shock and wondering about the other lies in her family.

A 213 year old vampire falls in love with a human hes moraly grey, shrouded in mystery dripping with allure shes board of the same old routine looking to spice things up

Jake's dreams as strange as they are, show him the future. When two cute girls level his high school using their magic in a nightmare, he better believe it. Waking up to see the world through an interface, he gets the mission to prevent the Apocalypse. He has one week to do it, and Rebecca & Kei, two unhinged beauties to tame. They hate each other with passion but find Jake interesting. His new prophetic dreams reflect his choices with the girls, but they all end in disaster. And the clock's ticking.

Chance Of A Lifetime, is placed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Amish, Mennonite Village. The Sunscreek Village. Nestled far back in the woods of the Prairie. To be a friend of William Peachy Family, Kinner relationships , and happenings in their lives. A strong family of values , worshiping God , Angels amongst us in a world of the Plain. A young woman receives bad news cancer and undergoes a procedure that leaves her unable to bare Kinner. Then meets a man who loves her to face this obstacle together. Then a horse appears from heaven to teach them about love.

"All I want is for you to give me an heir.” Mitchell Ben, is a beautiful 25-year-old lady who intends to quit her relationship with Harry, her lover, since High School. Her dad, being allegedly involved in embezzlement of huge amounts of money, is to receive a jail sentence or be granted bail for $50,000. They had nowhere to run to for help. Mitchell, being the first child of the family, had the weight on her shoulders to make a move because she had just had dad who was a culprit and her sick mother who was at the verge of death. Mitchell needs $50,000 in less than a month for their father's bail, else he will be sent to jail and Harry was unemployed to raise a solution. A desperate Mitchell Ben is forced to accept a 4-year contract marriage proposal and to produce an Heir for Tyler Donald, who was a young billionaire CEO. Unknowingly to her she found out she was a few weeks pregnant for Harry Johnson, her lover. Will Kyla agree to sign the contract with Tyler and get rid of her secret baby or would Kyla keep the baby in pretense of being Tyler's while the true identity of the child is hidden and how long would this secret remain hidden amidst the turmoil she would face?

"Whispers in the Dark: A Collection of Seductive Secrets" is a tantalizing anthology that delves into the mysterious and alluring world of secrets and seduction. This collection of short stories, poems, and essays explores the hidden desires, forbidden passions, and unspoken truths that lie within the human heart. From the shadows of the past to the uncertainties of the future, these whispers reveal the complexities of human nature and the power of the unknown. With each page, readers are drawn into a realm where the boundaries of morality and desire blur, and the secrets that bind us together are laid bare.