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A historical romance set in the imperial palace, the story follows Wei Mi, a young woman sent to the palace to become the emperor’s favored consort. However, she finds herself torn between her duty to the throne and her growing love for the young crown prince. As she navigates the treacherous palace politics and her own feelings, she rises to a high position but faces the loneliness and isolation that come with power.

Step into the shadowy heart of Oakwood University, where art student Ava Grey’s world explodes when her roommate Lily vanishes, leaving a haunting sketch of blood and darkness in Ava’s trembling hands. Tormented by visions, Ava joins forces with the rugged, enigmatic Ryder Carter, whose fierce loyalty ignites a dangerous quest to uncover the truth. What starts as a desperate search spirals into a heart-pounding battle against the Order of the Ivy—a sinister secret society of corrupt elites, wielding blackmail, murder, and campus-wide terror. As Ava’s prophetic sketches unravel a web of burning buildings, deadly knives, and a chilling mastermind, she and Ryder’s forbidden passion blazes into a love forged in fire. Racing against time to save Lily, they confront a final, explosive showdown at the precinct, unmasking Jack Grayson Senior as the puppet master pulling strings from the shadows. With courage and heart, Ava and Ryder shatter the Order’s grip, proving love and grit can conquer any secret. Will they survive to claim their fiery happily ever after—or will the ivy’s darkness claim them first?

High school student Kiara Meitner is apart of the secret organization of Wardens. Her resolve is to protect the world from evil cursed spirits. Her relatively normal life is thrust upside down as she becomes of a large conspiracy far bigger than she thought she knew. There are those who work in the shadows- many with not pure intentions. Everything she once knew will soon come to question. As the scales of justice tip, only one side of the conflict can ultimately survive. Will she defend her beliefs or will she let the revelations change the course of her fate forever.

In Victorian London's shadowy streets, Inspector Jameson, haunted by his past, investigates a series of gruesome murders linked to werewolf legends. His quest leads him to Elizabeth Hart, a reclusive scientist studying lycanthropy, who believes the condition is a genetic mutation. Together, they uncover a conspiracy involving an underground society of shape-shifters and a high-ranking official's plan to create an army of super soldiers. A shocking revelation about Jameson's heritage and the society's intentions sets the stage for a heart-pounding finale.

Will Revena accept her new life after finding out that she is bound to a vampire through ancient laws when he marked her after rescuing her from an accident?

"Layla always believed she was meant to be alone, but everything changed when she was sent to her grandfather's house deep in the forest. Haunted by mysterious dreams and a pair of glowing red eyes watching her from the shadows, she soon realizes that nothing in her life happens by chance. Her world unravels as dark secrets emerge, pulling her into a fate she never imagined. Why does she keep seeing the same eerie visions? Who—or what—is the figure lurking in the darkness? And most importantly, is she truly safe, or is something far more sinister waiting for her? As the lines between reality and nightmares blur, Layla must uncover the truth before it’s too late. But in a world where nothing is as it seems, will she survive… or become part of the darkness itself?"

In a world where Fate Constellations determine one’s power, destiny, and survival, 13-year-old Cyrus was meant to inherit the legendary Solaris Constellation—a beacon of light and balance in the universe. Instead, at his awakening ceremony, the unthinkable happens. Cyrus bonds with a mysterious constellation with unknown power. All while Cyrus and his father Ezra are on the run from a shadow organization that wants to rid the world of their clan and all who inherit the Solaris Constellation

Teresa is a timid human whose life has been a series of unfortunate events—until she meets Lucian Blackwood, a very rich and handsome man who awakens a deep, unexplainable connection within her. But Lucian, an alpha werewolf with a haunting past, is repelled by Teresa’s perceived weakness, blaming weakness for the tragedy that shaped his life. Unable to accept her as his mate, he rejects and humiliates her, leaving Teresa shattered. Just as she’s picking up the pieces, Adrian Daegon, an ancient vampire with his own dark allure, steps into her life, determined to win her heart. Now, Lucian is torn with regret, desperate to reclaim the woman he cast aside. But to do so, he must face a powerful vampire and confront his own fears—while somehow convincing Teresa to forgive his betrayal and reignite their lost bond. Can love and redemption overcome the scars of rejection, or has Lucian's cruel mistake cost him his mate forever? Torn between two powerful forces, Teresa must decide where her true destiny lies—in the fierce grip of the wolf who scorned her or the dark embrace of the vampire who vows to adore her.

Reincarnated into a Cultivation world with a system, Alex decides to just fuck around and have fun, that is, until the 'find out' part of fuck around and find out happens, with looming threats and unseen hands, will he survive? The answer is yes. he has a system, what did you think this was? Now he just gets to fuck around in an open-world map. And of course, cultivate so he can kick ass as every up-and-coming protagonist must.

"In a world where women are bound by societal expectations, Stella dares to defy the norms. Born into poverty and conditioned to believe her only worth lies in marriage and childbirth, Stella yearns for something more. She craves a life of her own design, free from the shackles of patriarchal oppression. That's when Adrian enters the picture – the enigmatic and ruthless billionaire who embodies the very system Stella rebels against. His wealth and influence make him a master of his universe, but his chauvinistic views render him tone-deaf to the changing tides. As their paths converge, Stella finds herself inexplicably drawn to the very man who represents everything she despises. Will she remain true to her convictions, or will Adrian's magnetic presence shatter her defenses? Can she penetrate the armor of his ego and uncover the secrets hidden beneath his possessive façade? In this gripping tale of power, desire, and self-discovery, Stella must confront the darkness within herself and the world around her. Will she emerge victorious, or will the forces of oppression silence her forever?...."

A boy who dreams to be the leader of the world. The story of him filled with joy, sorrow and tragedy. Will he really be able to achieve his dream by defeating the strongest, story filled with incredible plots .

In the heart of the sprawling metropolis, where skyscrapers kiss the sky and luxury knows no bounds, lies a world shrouded in secrets, power, and intrigue. "Crimson Ties: Beneath the Billionaire's Empire" takes you on a gripping journey through the hidden corridors of wealth, influence, and the clandestine underbelly of society. At the center of this gripping tale is Alexander Hawthorne, a reclusive billionaire whose vast empire encompasses technology, finance, and media. The world sees a charismatic visionary, but behind closed doors, a complex web of allegiances and machinations binds his life. The story unfurls as investigative journalist Emma Reynolds, driven by an insatiable curiosity, becomes determined to unveil the enigma behind Hawthorne's success. As Emma delves deeper, she discovers that Alexander's rise to power is not solely built on legal foundations. Whispers of a connection to the criminal underworld surface, leading her to the tantalizing theory that a hidden alliance exists between the billionaire and the city's infamous mafia syndicate, the Vermillion Cartel. With every clue she uncovers, Emma finds herself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, where revealing the truth could cost her more than she's willing to lose. The narrative takes unexpected turns as Emma's investigation introduces her to a cast of characters, each with their motives and secrets. Isabella Romano, the brilliant yet enigmatic CFO of Hawthorne's conglomerate, harbors a tragic past that intertwines with Alexander's. Antonio Moretti, the charismatic and ruthless don of the Vermillion Cartel, operates from the shadows, manipulating fortunes and lives with calculated precision. As Emma and Alexander's paths intersect, sparks fly, blurring the lines between journalistic objectivity and personal desire. Their complex relationship adds a layer of tension, raising questions about trust and the blurred morality of their choices. The story gains momentum as Emma's pursuit of the truth unveils a tapestry of lies, betrayals, and unexpected alliances. With her relentless determination, she peels back the layers of deceit surrounding Alexander's empire, inching closer to the heart of the conspiracy. But as her investigation reaches a critical juncture, the risks escalate, and she finds herself entwined in a dangerous dance with Antonio, whose motives remain shrouded in mystery. As truths are unveiled and allegiances are tested, Emma must navigate a treacherous landscape where loyalties shift like quicksand. The climax hurtles toward an explosive revelation that threatens to expose not only the hidden ties between the billionaire and the mafia but also the fragility of the world they've carefully constructed. "Crimson Ties: Beneath the Billionaire's Empire" is a riveting tale of ambition, power, and the darkness that lurks beneath even the most glittering façades. With its richly developed characters, intricate plot twists, and exploration of the moral complexities of wealth and influence, this novel delves into the depths of human nature when driven by power and the lengths one will go to protect their empire, no matter the cost.

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.

Gabriel's first thought when being reborn was that he'd be reborn in a normal life someplace on Earth, it was never imagined that his death would lead to a second life as a monstrous humanoid creature, let alone one that feasts on flesh. But that's exactly what happened. Reborn into an unforgiving world of fantasy, he finds himself in the body of a starving beast who hungered for the flesh of an unsuspecting person. Hated, feared, and hunted by all, Gabriel must navigate a world that sees him as a threat. To survive, he must push beyond his limits, evolve, and rise above the hatred that surrounds him—while uncovering the secrets of his new, monstrous existence. [Warning: Cannibal Protagonist here and Bisexual Elements]

Logan Holt, a young man burdened with a tragic past, serves as a triggerman for a ruthless cartel.On his first mission at 18, Logan begins to question his loyalty to the cartel, unraveling secrets that lead him closer to his father’s ultimate plan to destroy the organization from within. However, as Logan seeks vengeance, humanity faces an unprecedented threat—a looming war against a race of insecticoid aliens. Thrust into a battle for survival, Logan must navigate a fractured world where crime, betrayal, and war collide. Torn between personal revenge and humanity’s future, Logan becomes an unlikely hero, harnessing his unique powers to confront the cartel’s evil and the extraterrestrial menace threatening Earth. This is a story of redemption, rebellion, and the fight for survival in a chaotic, power-ridden world.

Varek Solin was born into a world where power is given at birth. On his 10th birthday, every child opens their Vault, a source of mana that will shape their future. In a society divided by wealth and rank, those born into riches are granted Diamond Vaults, while the poor settle for Bronze Vaults, their strength bound by fate. But Varek’s path was never meant to follow the ordinary. With a Bronze Vault in his chest, his future seems set—until a war between humans and demons turns his world upside down. Amidst the chaos of battle, Varek encounters a force beyond his understanding—a mysterious power that will alter the course of his life. As his powers awaken and the world around him shifts, Varek must face the truth of what lies within him. A boy from the lowest ranks, with a vault like no other. What is this power that calls to him from the shadows? And how far will he go to understand it? In a world where strength determines your fate, Varek Solin will soon learn that the greatest power lies not in the vaults of wealth, but in the mysteries buried beneath the surface.

Lil Lisa was on the brink of marrying Gu Sheng, a billionaire infamous for his ruthless reputation and chilling rumors that surrounded him—specifically, whispers that he had assassinated four of his fiancees, leaving a trail of fear in his wake. His icy glare and unyielding demeanor had earned him a notorious status, causing many to tremble at the mere mention of his name. On their wedding day, after the celebration had settled into an uneasy silence, Lisa turned to him, her heart pounding, and boldly said, "Let's get a divorce." Her voice trembled with a mix of defiance and uncertainty. Gu Sheng met her words with an unsettling calm, his dark eyes locking onto hers with an intensity that left her breathless. "Stop talking about divorce," he stated evenly, each word laced with an authority that sent a chill down her spine.

A boy leaves home, seeking a fresh start in an unfamiliar city. But the past lingers, and the unknown watches from the shadows. Haunted by dreams of a faceless figure and drawn toward something he cannot explain, his journey takes an unexpected turn. Somewhere ahead, beyond the darkness, a light awaits.

Kira grew up knowing that kindness could get you killed. Raised in the slums of a broken world, she survived by learning how to stitch wounds with shaky hands and barter medicine for scraps. But when the mutation wave swept through humanity, gifting some with godlike powers, Kira awakened the rarest ability of all—healing. Now, she’s the most valuable prize in a world ruled by violence and desperation. The government wants to lock her away, warlords want to claim her, and the desperate will do anything to possess her touch. But Kira isn’t some fragile flower to be plucked—she’s all thorns. On the run and fighting to stay free, Kira finds herself tangled with four dangerous men: • Cain, the stone-faced protector who kills without hesitation. • Ash, the wild rogue whose grin hides teeth sharper than any beast. • Lucian, the arrogant heir who believes everything—including Kira—has a price. • Alaric, the quiet outcast who sees the pain she hides beneath her fire. They all want something from her—protection, power, or maybe something more. But in this brutal world, desire can be as dangerous as a knife to the throat. And the only person Kira truly trusts… is herself. Because while her touch may heal, her heart is wrapped in thorns—and anyone who tries to claim her might just bleed for it.

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Five years ago, Aurora Hayes left Bellmare Island with a broken heart, vowing never to return. The love of her life, Cassian Wolfe, had promised to follow her, but on the night they were supposed to leave together, he never showed. She never knew why. Now, an unexpected wedding invitation forces her back to the island—because the groom is none other than Cassian himself. Determined to find closure, Aurora attends, only to realize that the past is far from buried. Cassian is distant yet undeniably drawn to her, and whispers of a secret arrangement between him and his fiancée, Eleanor Sinclair, begin to surface. Strange anonymous notes appear, urging Aurora to uncover the truth. As the wedding draws near, she finds herself entangled in a web of hidden lies, forbidden love, and choices that could change everything. When the truth finally comes to light, Aurora and Cassian must decide: Is love worth fighting for, even when the world stands against them? Or are some hearts meant to remain apart, hidden beneath the veil of the past?

Two individuals, bound by an arranged marriage, are thrust together by the demands of duty rather than love. They are forced to navigate the complexities of their new life, one where personal desires must be set aside for the sake of political alliances. Though they begin as enemies, their marriage becomes a journey of discovery, both of each other and themselves. As they unravel the layers of their relationship, old secrets and hidden emotions begin to surface. Despite their differences, a bond slowly forms between them, challenging everything they believed about love and fate. In a world where the future is often dictated by duty, they must decide whether they will allow their connection to grow or remain trapped in the roles they were assigned.

Auren's world shatters the day a noble's blade takes his father's life. Fueled by vengeance, he sets foot on the Trails of Honor, seeking strength to strike down those who wronged him. But as he carves his path through blood and battle, he comes to a bitter truth—vengeance is hollow. Left with nothing but the echoes of his past, Auren turns his gaze forward. If justice cannot be found beneath a banner, then he will forge his own path. Not for revenge, but for those who cannot fight for themselves. In a world ruled by power and chains of fate, can a man without a banner stand against those who would break the world? Copyright Disclaimer: This novel is an original work written by me. It is also published on multiple platforms under my authorization

When a group of 20 kids go back to there boarding school for winter break get locked in with a killer,How will they escape the building? Whos the killer? Why did they do this?

In 1905 Bombay, where power is measured in blood and betrayal, Aditi Rao is bound by duty to her family's criminal empire. As the daughter of Vikram Rao, one of the city's most feared crime lords, she knows her fate is not hers to decide. But when a dangerous alliance forces her back into the path of Veer Malhotra-the son of her father's greatest enemy-her world teeters on the edge of chaos. Veer has spent years carving his own place in the underworld, ruthless and unrelenting. He has no patience for Aditi's sharp tongue or her defiance. But as tensions rise and war brews between their families, he realizes one thing: Aditi is the only one who can match him, and the only one who could destroy him. Bound by duty, torn by desire, and caught in a web of deceit, Aditi and Veer must navigate a world where trust is a luxury and love is a weakness. But in a city where betrayal is as certain as the monsoon rains, can enemies ever truly become something more? Author's Note: Special Promo Release! I'm a new writer exploring the world of storytelling, and this is my first book! We're starting with 5 chapters today-if we hit a great number of readers, we'll officially begin twice-a-week updates from March 1st! If you enjoy the story, drop a comment, vote, and follow-your support means everything! Let's build this journey together.

"Whispers Beneath the Willow Tree" is a story set in a quiet mountain village, where long-buried emotions and secrets resurface when Chen Wei, a young man, returns after years away. His arrival stirs up hidden tensions, forcing Li Mei, a girl trapped by her circumstances, to confront her past and the choices that shape her future. As love and betrayal intertwine, the whispers beneath the willow tree become the only witness to their fragile bond and the storm brewing around them.

In the hustle and bustle of Port Harcourt city, life for twins Uma and Edward takes a shocking turn when a strange outbreak starts tearing through their school. What begins as a regular morning soon turns into a full-blown nightmare as one by one, their classmates are transformed into bloodthirsty zombies. But what’s even more terrifying? The chaos isn’t just some random accident—it's the result of corrupt political power plays, where the lives of the people are mere pawns in a twisted scheme. As the streets fill with the undead, Uma and Edward, tough and smart, must navigate their way through a city on the brink of collapse, joined by a group of survivors in search of their loved ones. With the government choosing to ignore the crisis and gang leaders exploiting the turmoil for power, the twins quickly realize that surviving isn’t just about dodging bites. It’s a fight for their humanity against corrupt forces, dangerous alliances, and an army of the undead. But there’s more to the outbreak than meets the eye. Rumours spread that the virus wasn’t just an accident, and the twins soon find out that the plague was made possible with the help of a foreign hand. As the world falls apart around them, Uma and Edward must face a bitter truth: the real monsters aren’t always the ones that hunger for flesh. In a city where greed, violence, and ignorance rule, will these two young students find the strength to survive the painful truths and make it back to their loved ones, or will they become victims of the undead, the gangs, or the politicians who’ve betrayed them all? In the fight for survival, nothing is as it seems, and even the dead have their own story to tell.

MATURE CONTENT WARNING!!: These people be getting freaky in the sheets! "You think I haven’t noticed your eyes on me?" Kai En's voice was dangerously low, his lips curled into a cruel smile. "The way they linger— you can’t decide whether to kill me or kiss me. Am I right, little alpha?" ... For as long as Jun could remember, vengeance had been his only purpose. The last survivor of a disgraced family, he vowed to tear down the empire that destroyed his life, starting with its most prized jewel—Prince Feng Kai En.  Now, under the guise of Xiao Liu, a lowly servant in the prince’s retinue, he plans his revenge. But nothing could have prepared him for what awaited within the palace walls. Neither Xiao Liu’s sharp blades nor detailed plans were good enough to fall the man behind the title. Every failed assassination attempt and heated exchange left him more entangled with the man he was meant to destroy. Kai En—ruthless, untouchable, and powerful. An alpha in the eyes of all. Xiao Liu uncovered the prince’s greatest secret—beneath the façade lay something far more dangerous and vulnerable. Something Xiao Liu intended to exploit. Duty had always been Kai En’s burden. Yet Xiao Liu’s presence stirred emotions long buried—desires with no place in his world. Every attempt on his life only deepened the prince’s fascination, pulling him into the chaos Xiao Liu brought. As war looms and enemies close in, their dangerous dance intensifies. Desire grows where hate once ruled, pulling them into a storm of violence, lust, and something deeper. “You’ll never belong to anyone else,” Xiao Liu snarled, his lips finding Kai En’s neck again, biting down hard. “Not her. Not anyone. You belong to me.” Xiao Liu knows Kai En is the key to his revenge, but the more their lives tangle, the harder it becomes to tell if it’s vengeance he craves… or the prince himself. And Kai En must face the ultimate test that could break his kingdom and heart. Can Xiao Liu destroy the man he’s come to obsess over, or will he fall first?