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He brought her nothing but his darkness. But then she brought him light. Brilliant light that blinded him into falling for her. Larissa had grown into a beautiful young woman who was admired by many men. Her aunt always pushing her into the ones of the highest ladder but she was never interested until she met him. Good looking he was, but then all his other qualities had a sharp contrast with what she had always dreamt of. A cold blooded murderer whose heart had been frozen upto the point where it could never melt but then she was the fire that slowly melted him. In a society where class mattered and with different races of humans, vampires and witches, she did not reach the expectations when it came to him but in the long process of having to see him every morning, she made a mistake that she should have never committed. She fell for him even though she knew it was a mistake. Was it worth to fall for a person who seemingly carried no emotions within him or was it wise for her to just step away....

Warning: This novels contains explicit content and obviously rated #18. Readers discretion is advicee. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The scent of her, a mix of vanilla and something uniquely Eve, filled my senses as our lips met yet again, a hesitant touch that quickly deepened into a hungry exploration. The carefully constructed walls I'd built around myself, seemed to crumble with each passing second. It was as if I had been holding my breath for so long, and finally, I could let myself breathe again. I let her roam her hands all over my body, eager to feel her touch, to feel her skin against mine. The world narrowed to just the two of us, our breaths mingling in the charged air. I pulled back slightly, needing to see her face, to reassure myself that this wasn't a dream. Her eyes were dark, pupils dilated with a desire that mirrored my own. "Eve," I whispered, my voice thick with emotion, "are you sure?" Her answer was not a word, but a soft sigh that sent a shiver through me. Her hands came up to cup my face, drawing me closer, and as our lips met again, all doubts vanished. It was no longer a question of whether we should, but a desperate need for more. I felt her heart beating against mine, the wild rhythm a tangible thing that propelled me further. My hands explored her body, slipping beneath the soft fabric of her loose nightie. I traced the gentle curves of her breasts, my thumbs brushing against her taut nipples, eliciting soft moans that resonated in my mouth as she arched her back against my skin. ------ Eve, a fashion powerhouse ruling the world's runways, needs a fake boyfriend and fast, to appease her matchmaking mother.   Christopher, a charming, secretive, and dangerously attractive heir to the biggest conglomerate in the country. needs a distraction from his father's unwanted marriage plans. Their solution? A temporary romance brokered through a "rent-a-partner" app. What starts as a mutually beneficial arrangement quickly evolves into a sizzling romance, throw in a jealous childhood crush, a clash of powerful families, and a whirlwind of hilarious misunderstandings, and you've got a recipe for a romance that's as unexpected as it is unforgettable. Will their carefully constructed facade withstand the pressure, or will their fake relationship crumble under the weight of their undeniable, and quite unexpected, love?

Synopsis for Silent Promises Olivia Grant’s world is crumbling on her family’s once thriving business, which is on the verge of collapse, and she has no way to save it. When ruthless billionaire Alexander Cross offers her a deal to marry him in a secret contract, and he’ll rescue her family from financial ruin, Olivia has little choice but to accept. At first, their relationship is purely transactional. Alexander is cold, calculating, and emotionally distant, while Olivia is determined to keep her independence despite their arrangement. But as they navigate their complex marriage, the lines between business and emotion blur. Olivia sees glimpses of vulnerability beneath Alexander’s hardened exterior, while he is drawn to her quiet strength and unwavering kindness. Their growing bond is threatened by powerful external forces; Vivian Kane, Alexander’s manipulative ex-fiancée, will stop at nothing to reclaim him, while Johnson Edward, Olivia’s abusive ex and Alexander’s ruthless business rival, resurfaces with a dark secret that could shatter Olivia’s world. As betrayals unfold and past wounds resurface, Olivia must confront the trauma she’s tried to forget, while Alexander must decide whether to let down his walls and fight for the woman who’s shown him the true meaning of love. Will their contract marriage turn into something real, or will the ghosts of their pasts tear them apart forever?

A woman who desires nothing more than to serve and protect her country, was proposed to by her biggest enemy in war. To stop the ongoing war, is she going to sacrifice her ideals?

In a world driven by technological advancements and societal expectations, Remond, an overly emotional and timid high school student often labeled as a "crybaby," struggles to navigate life. Enduring relentless bullying and self-doubt, he finds solace in the unwavering support of his best friend, Sid, and his kind-hearted uncle, Dr. Edwards, a renowned microbiologist. But Remond’s ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when a tragic incident leaves him exposed to one of his uncle’s experimental serums. Gaining the mysterious ability to absorb and release kinetic energy, he is thrust into a world of danger and responsibility. Now, the boy who was once mocked for his sensitivity must rise to the challenge of protecting his loved ones and uncovering the truth behind a shadowy conspiracy threatening his city. With his emotions becoming his greatest strength and his newfound power as his shield, Remond embarks on a journey of self-discovery, courage, and redemption. The Heart of the Underdog is a story of transformation, proving that even the weakest among us can become heroes when their hearts are in the right place.

In The Heart of Humanity, the story revolves around the Blue Ocean team led by Shinkage and the Bloodline of the Crimson family, exploring the complex conflict of beliefs and choices. If the ultimate goals are the same, but the beliefs are different, how will the characters choose? There are only two options: either adopt the other’s beliefs or stay true to their own.

This story follows a man and a child in a fantasy world marked by a bleak, desolate snowy island. The man searching for something forgotten, while the child is on a quest to find his parents. Together, they form an unbreakable bond as they navigate challenges only to discover that the world is not what it seems.

Shin had promised to protect his sister, but after a terrible attack by abyssal creatures, he and his sister Lynia, both orphans, had to flee into the titanic forest covering the world, where they fell into a chasm leading to the Mirror Forest. Five years after the liquid darkness separated the two siblings, Shin travels to the magical university of Melna to uncover the truth about what happened to him and find his missing sister. Will he come to terms with the darkness that threatens to overtake him, or will he be consumed by the strange organization called Reflection before he finds his sister? Discover Shin's dark journey, in a world where every mirror reflects a disturbed heart.

[A Reverse Harem Fantasy Romance] "Wherever there are shadows, there has to be a light" ~ Seraphina Winters, the Mafia Queen of the 21st century, dies at the age of 28 in an assassination attempt and finds herself facing the trial that will decide her place in the afterlife, i.e. - heaven or hell. However, a weird situation occurs when her bad deeds turn out to be equal to her good deeds performed during her mortal life. To solve the situation, the Council of Afterlife offers her a chance to increase her good deeds and secure her place in heaven. As for the offer - marry the Shadow Lords and revive the cursed land of Shadow City. The council even offers her their newly created system to help her with the impossible task. Dressed in an all-black wedding gown, Seraphina finds herself outside a haunted castle in the depths of a haunted city. From here begins Seraphina's journey of handling her four very hot but dangerous husbands while bringing a very dead city back to life with the help of the system. ----- For more updates about the story, follow me on Instagram: @nightsummer20 ******* Disclaimer: The book cover is mine.

Kurou finds himself inside of a Japanese Urban legend. He’s then greeted by his best friend that suddenly gets trapped in the legend trying to save Kurou. Years later, Kurou teams up with a Kitsune to save his friend, but things take a turn for the worst.

A man killed on his own terms is saved from the suffering of hell by the sacrifice of another. Both in life and in undeath he is crushed by fate to be someone's plaything... but no more. Struggles and morality change shape with each event in his new life. Making a new life. /* As a simple man I love references so I will add some *\ #DnDworld

Raised in the shadows by Dimitri Volkov, the enigmatic leader of a formidable global secret society, Andrea has trained since childhood to become an elite agent devoted to safeguarding the world from hidden dangers. Though her calm demeanor masks potent and unpredictable powers, daily medication is essential for keeping her abilities in check. Her life has revolved around duty, discipline, and a deliberate avoidance of emotional connections. Now, Andrea embarks on her most critical mission: traversing to South Korea to track down a dangerous villain bent on harnessing a secret weapon that could upend global power dynamics. This adversary has created a mind-controlling drug designed to manipulate his followers and incite chaos across nations. Andrea’s objective is clear—intercept him before he can exploit the weapon and stop the drug's further spread. She will not face this challenge alone, however. Enter "CEO," a mysterious yet prominent figure in the Asian Health Organization who is widely recognized for his humanitarian efforts but is also deeply involved in clandestine operations. Resourceful and enigmatic, he becomes Andrea's unexpected ally in a perilous world filled with uncertainties. As they work undercover, both must navigate a labyrinth of deception, each wary of the other's true abilities and intentions. As Andrea delves into this treacherous landscape of espionage, she grapples with her burgeoning connection to CEO. Though her training has conditioned her to suppress her emotions, she finds herself drawn to him in ways that unsettle her focus. Trust is a risk she cannot afford, especially with the mission's success and the lives of millions in jeopardy. In this gripping fusion of romance and action, Andrea faces a dual battle — against her enemies and her own heart. Can she maintain control over her powers, fulfill her mission, and manage her feelings for her enigmatic partner, or will her growing attachment lead to unforeseen consequences? With time running out and the world watching, the stakes have never been higher.

Liam's world is turned upside down when his mother dies, and the father he never knew whisks him away to an elite supernatural academy. Thrust into a world of power, mystery, and danger, he struggles to cope with his grief while uncovering abilities he never imagined. But the greatest shock isn’t his powers or the academy’s dark secrets, it’s his undeniable connection to Axel, his sworn enemy. Fate has bound them together, but how can he accept loving a man when he’s never even considered it before? As tensions rise and hidden truths unravel, Liam must navigate a world that challenges everything he thought he knew about family, power, and love.

In a world where power dynamics between Alphas, Betas, and Omegas dictate status and relationships, Rion an orphaned Omega, is desperate to save his younger brother Leon, who lies in a coma. Struggling to gather the funds for Leon's life-saving surgery, Rion strikes a deal with Jeakyung, a cold and dominant Alpha from an influential family. The deal comes with three unbreakable conditions: Rion belongs to Jeakyung, he must obey his every command, and-above all-he is forbidden from falling in love. Jeakyung harbors a deep disdain for Omegas for some reason. However, as their physical encounters intensify, so do the unspoken emotions between them. Despite the boundaries that were set, both Rion and Jeakyung find themselves drawn to one another in ways neither expected. Rion struggles with his growing feelings, hoping that Jeakyung might one day see him as someone beyond their deal . Meanwhile, Jeakyung is confronted by his own fears and past traumas that have shaped his view of love and trust. As tensions rise, secrets unravel, and outside threats loom, Rion and Jeakyung must navigate a complex web of power, desire, and forbidden emotion. Can love bloom in a world that has conditioned them to believe it doesn't exist? Or will the rules they created become the very thing that tears them apart? There also many other characters in this story who navigate their own journey. This is a story of vulnerability, crime, resilience, and the undeniable pull of the heart-no matter how broken or guarded it may be.

Zina gave everything—her heart, her trust, and two years of her life—to the mate who betrayed her. Pregnant and shattered, she cast him out of her life, vowing never to let him hurt her again. Years later, Zina has rebuilt herself, rising as a respected doctor in her pack. But her quiet life unravels when she discovers a hidden power within her—one that marks her as more than just an ordinary wolf. Just as she begins to embrace her new identity, Xaden, the mate who broke her, returns—begging for forgiveness and a second chance. To make matters worse, Zina finds herself fated to not one but two mates, pulling her into a dangerous web of love, deceit, and power struggles. With old wounds reopening and new threats emerging, Zina must decide whether to risk her heart again—or protect herself and the child she swore to keep safe.

After two years of everyone believing she was dead, Ning Xi returns and shocks everyone. ______ Ning Xi: "Honey, i'm home!!" Si Yehan: 'frowns' "Cheng Xiyue book an appointment with Dr Xi. I think i'm seeing things again" Cheng Xiyue: 'blinks' "Umm.....I think i need to see Dr Xi too" Si Xia: 'tilts his head' "Mommy?" As the top ranking assassin can she guarantee the safety of her family? or will her return put them in more danger?

In a world where shadows lurk and monsters threaten the innocent, Haruto Raikou is just an ordinary high school student living an unremarkable life. But everything changes on the last day of school when he witnesses a horrifying scene: a group of menacing figures attempting to abduct his crush. In a desperate attempt to save her, Haruto finds himself caught in a violent confrontation that leaves him on the brink of death. When he awakens, he discovers that his life has taken a dark turn. Reborn in a realm filled with demons and monsters, Haruto is thrust into a perilous adventure. He joins a club dedicated to hunting these malevolent beings, determined to protect those he cares about. However, a fateful mission in a treacherous cave leads to an unexpected disaster, forcing Haruto to confront his deepest fears. As the line between hunter and hunted blurs, Haruto must navigate his new reality as a half-demon, grappling with newfound powers and the weight of his choices. Will he embrace the darkness within him or fight against it to become the hero he longs to be?

In a windswept solsticea town, a young painter with a mysterious figure in his dreams. With each stroke of his brush, he creates a painting of a beautiful woman lying on rocks near the exact same beach he lives in. The woman is no ordinary woman. However, when the painting is finished, the water on the canvas appears as real as a river, and from within it, the Goddess of the Sea emerges from the painting and is reborn into the mortal world. The painter, however, is no ordinary man—he is a descendant of an ancient bloodline connected to the gods. The goddess, who was once imprisoned within the canvas by the gods of the sky, believes that this man is the key to freeing herself completely and reclaiming all her powers. Will the man give himself up to restore the goddess's powers? Or will he become the final sacrifice in a destiny that has been written for thousands of years?

Picture the guy of your dreams. Picture everything. The hair , the smile, the scent, the face......the chin. That perfect guy. That ideal guy. The rich billionaire. The handsome Prince charming. The hopeless romantic. The Romeo of your dreams. That's the guy I'm betrothed to. That's my husband to be in Six Months Time plus he's also my 'soulmate'. He's royalty and The crown prince...but do you want in on a little secret? I don't love him. I have any emotions nor even the tinniest bit of interest about him. He's just another guy to me. I'm really trying my best to fall for him, but I just can't. Do you think I'll finally fall for him? Or is there a reason why I can't love him?

Superbia vows to have her revenge no matter what. She lost her parents due to an unfounded fear and unfair accusations of the leading church in their village. Being chased hunted down as she strives to survive with her little brother. Never staying in a place for long. When she finally found a place to stay with her brother, a cult kidnaps her brother and plans to sacrifice him to unknown entity. She was able to locate and find her brother. Only it was too late. Right before her eyes her brother dies. Losing everything she loved, she then traded her ability to fall in love for power. Tikvah, the purest in the bloodline of ruby hearts finds himself saved by Superbia time and time again. His bloodline have caused him countless of trouble, but the moment Superbia was on the brick of death, for once was Tikvah was glad he is part of the ruby heart bloodline.

King Aldric, a cruel and tyrannical ruler, governs his kingdom of Valdoria with an iron fist. He remains indifferent to the suffering of his people, but everything changes when Elara, a young maid, enters the service of the palace. Although initially frightened by the king’s harshness, Elara soon perceives that behind his brutality lies a lonely and tormented man, haunted by deep emotional scars. Over time, she manages to ease his pain with simple acts of kindness and sincere words, gradually winning his heart. Their relationship develops in secret, an forbidden love between the gentle maid and the sovereign, but the two are deeply drawn to each other. Aldric begins to change under Elara's influence, slowly abandoning his cruel methods as she encourages him to become a more just man. As a plot to overthrow the king unfolds behind the scenes of the palace, Elara uncovers the conspiracy and warns Aldric. Together, they thwart the attempted coup, thus strengthening Aldric's position on the throne. The king, recognizing Elara's courage and loyalty, eventually frees her from the constraints of her maid position and grants her an honored place by his side.

In a world shattered by an apocalypse and ravaged by a deadly zombie virus, Fóntas's life is torn apart when she is forced to kill her own fiancé, Evan, who succumbs to the infection. Overcome with grief and rage, Fóntas vows to take vengeance on the gods who allowed this devastation to unfold. Her once unwavering faith turns to fury as she swears to hunt down the divine beings responsible for humanity's suffering.As Fóntas embarks on her quest, she encounters Father Mwange, a battle hardened priest who shares her hatred for the gods. Together, they uncover ancient relics and follow clues that lead them closer to the elusive deities. Along the way, Fóntas is haunted by visions from a mysterious system that seems to guide her, urging her to fulfill a dark objective: KILL THE GODS.Fueled by anger and driven by the memory of her lost love, Fóntas and Mwange journey through desolate landscapes and forgotten ruins, facing unimaginable dangers. With each step, Fóntas inches closer to the truth about the gods and the power they wield. But as the line between vengeance and justice blurs, Fóntas must confront the darkness within herself and decide how far she is willing to go to exact her revenge.

I'm 29 years old, nearly 30 and so far, my sister and Photography have been my life and soul. Ever since I stepped foot in my first darkroom during my Sophomore year I always had a hunch that this would be my true passion. Since I held my first camera. Set up my first tripod, captured my first photo and filmed my first piece. I just knew that this is what I wanted to do. My life has been a complicated mess since I was 10 years old. My life was thrown away by my parents because me and my sister were a burden to them, I hadn’t long started writing to my pen pal at this point, so I had a pen pal who I vented my anger out on for years without actually telling him what was going on in my life, yet he had become a huge part of my life. I haven't had a serious relationship in...well...ever and It's not every day that you find a man wanting to talk to you...granted, this man is the one who spilt his coffee down me the first time we met and from then on he became the Baine of my existence. I live in Texas City, Houston and I love what I do, the freedom it gives me being behind a camera but it also comes with a price when you least expect it. My life was complicated enough but when I vent out on a secret to this man, The CEO and annoying Pen pal kid who I had spent most of my childhood, teenage years and adult life, hating on… my feelings towards him become stir crazy and a whirlwind of emotions. One's I didn't want in the first place because 2 weeks before meeting said man...I was applying for a year long fellow ship abroad. A once in a lifetime opportunity to go to one of Spain's most explored and cultured cities - Barcelona.

When the most popular rich handsome guy in HUNSTON COLLEGE makes a bet with his friends to entice and break the heart of the crazy strong-headed newbie. He expects an easy win since he's a big time flirt and a fuckboy, but the opposite was the outcome. As he gets to know her better and falls deeply for her, he's made to choose between his pride and his heart.