The Manor House

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When Ivy Wren inherits Thornhaven Manor, a crumbling estate shrouded in legend and mystery, she sees it as a chance to escape her empty life and start anew. But the manor is more than just a hauntingly beautiful relic of the past—it’s a place where shadows move of their own accord, secrets are buried in its walls, and an ancient power stirs beneath its foundations. At the heart of the mystery is Gabriel Thornhaven, the brooding and enigmatic guardian of the estate. Gabriel is as much a prisoner of the manor as its protector, bound by a curse tied to a powerful relic known as the Veilglass. Drawn together by forces neither of them can explain, Ivy and Gabriel share an undeniable connection that defies reason, a connection that deepens even as Gabriel tries to push her away. As Ivy uncovers the truth about the Veilglass and its ties to a dark, malevolent force, she finds herself at the center of a centuries-old battle between light and shadow. The relic whispers to her, calling her with promises of power and answers, even as it threatens to consume her. Gabriel, haunted by his past and his growing feelings for Ivy, is determined to protect her at all costs—even if it means risking his own humanity. But as the tension between them ignites into passion, Ivy and Gabriel must confront not only the curse that binds them but also the shadows that lurk within themselves. With time running out and the Veilglass’s power growing, Ivy and Gabriel must decide: will they succumb to the darkness, or will their bond be the key to breaking the curse and saving them both? Thornhaven’s Curse is a steamy, atmospheric romance filled with forbidden desires, tantalizing mysteries, and a love that could either shatter the darkness—or be consumed by it.

When seventeen year-old Whisky and his classmates are kidnapped and trapped in an abandoned warehouse, they're forced to participate in a twisted game of survival. With no escape and no mercy, they must fight each other to stay alive. As alliances are formed and broken, Whisky must confront his darkest fears and confront the true nature of humanity. But in this deadly arena, can anyone be trusted? With each passing day, the stakes grow higher, and the body count rises. Will Whisky emerge victorious, or become the next victim between the 'Cries of Rebels? Blood, Sweat and Tears: The Price of Freedoom!!!

He was a formidable general, yet completely defeated by a girl who befriended ghosts!

Sunny has been discovered by the half brother she never knew she had, which leads to a whirlwind of trouble for her. The intimidating man is not only Head of the Illusen Family, but a Revenant Commander - soon to be one of her superiors upon her graduation. But as they adjust to each other, their growing closeness gives rise to feelings neither should be harbouring for the other.

"If the world will not bow to me, then all that it can do is to burn for me!" In this world devoured by war and turmoil, witness the rise of Jonathan, a son of a lowly Baronet in the Empire of Ostadonia, into the conqueror who would unite not only his country but the entirety of Promethea. Like a wolf that pursues his prey, none will escape him and in due time, he will learn that becoming a conqueror is a destiny reserved for him and only him.

The Crown of Star. A mighty artifact that symbolizes the Divine Federations might across the galaxies. Gone. Missing. The Colony Planets region is on the brink of disaster after the uprising in the Federation. But that won't stop Leonard Haravok from seeking his revenge even if it comes at the expense of the Divine Federation. Meanwhile on a distant planet, millions of light years away from the Federation, a young woman is about to endeavor on a great journey as the planet undergoes a transformative event. An event that might be linked to her past and her family.

Lila Cynder Evie (Evee- eh) thought that she was just an ordinary girl, with all sorts of misfortune. She has lived out her entire life in a foster home where she was never loved by her foster mother Olga, and has been through countless types of abuse. While the only two people who she cared for and loved at the corrupt home, were her little twin foster sisters. One day, Lila's life of hell ends while she receives an acceptance letter to Oasel Academy ("Oh-tsil" Academy). A school and place for people just like her, who possess magical abilities to learn and be wizards and witches. While she enrolls to the magical school, she gets sorted with the rest of the other first years to their different Houses. (And suddenly gets sorted in a new and peculiar house). Due to all challenges and hardships she dealt in her past life, she will have to find a way to survive in the enchanted, school of Oasel. Lila takes on every challenging obstacle, to become a greater and brightest witch. { I dedicate this story to both my older sister Evelyn, my niece Hazel, and my two nephews, Imri and Mars. You guys have made my day magical, and inspire me everyday. I luv u guys!!! }

Em Português in English Português: Vaelor Vysarion, herdeiro de uma casa Valiriana que perdeu quase toda a sua glória, é forçado a deixar seu lar em busca de um futuro incerto. Prometido em casamento à rebelde e indomável Daelyra Targaryen, uma jovem tão perigosa quanto seu dragão Nyrax. Vaelor se vê envolvido em uma teia de poder, traições e intrigas que podem determinar o destino de Westeros. Entre o fardo de uma aliança arranjada e os jogos políticos que se desenrolam na corte dos Targaryen, Vaelor terá que provar sua força – não apenas como guerreiro, mas como alguém que carrega o legado dos dragões. O passado de fogo e sangue está prestes a reacender, e as escolhas de Vaelor podem mudar o curso da história. English: Vaelor Vysarion, heir to a Valyrian house that has lost most of its glory, is forced to leave his home in search of an uncertain future. Promised in marriage to the rebellious and indomitable Daelyra Targaryen, a young woman as dangerous as her dragon Nyrax, Vaelor finds himself caught up in a web of power, betrayal, and intrigue that could determine the fate of Westeros. Between the burden of an arranged alliance and the political games that unfold at the Targaryen court, Vaelor will have to prove his mettle—not only as a warrior, but as someone who carries on the legacy of the dragons. A past of fire and blood is about to be reignited, and Vaelor’s choices could change the course of history.

Hallow Grove was a quiet and peaceful town until the enigmatic Lycan brothers, Lucian and Lucifer, descended upon it. Suddenly, death, chaos, and inexplicable disappearances become a daily occurrence. Alexandra, a young and ambitious journalist, is determined to uncover the truth behind the brothers' activities and puts herself in danger to do so. Delving deeper into the investigation, Alexandra begins to realize that there is more to these brothers than meets the eye. Lucian, the brooding and intense brother, intrigues her with his quiet strength and aura of danger. Lucifer, on the other hand, is charming and charismatic, and Alexandra finds herself drawn to their magnetic personality. Caught in a dangerous game of love and secrets can Alexandra navigate the complex relationship between the two brothers, each vying for her attention and affection while guarding their own hidden agendas and uncover the secrets behind the strange disappearances in Hallow Grove?

Clara thought her school excursion was just another adventure in the woods. But one wrong turn plunged her into a nightmare she never saw coming. Lost and desperate, she found shelter in an abandoned house—only to discover she wasn’t alone. There’s a child locked inside. A ghostly presence tied to the house and its dark secrets. As Clara unravels the mystery, she learns that her family is deeply entwined with the forest’s haunting legacy—a legacy marked by betrayal, curses, and guardianship passed through bloodlines. What happened generations ago to unleash the forest’s wrath? Why is Clara the one the curse has chosen now? And what horrors await her in the heart of the forest, where the curse must be confronted? Dare to enter the shadows of the forest? Discover the truth in this gripping tale of suspense, mystery, and courage.

A family, still reeling from the loss of their grandmother, returns to their ancestral home for Christmas, only to discover that the house holds a dark and sinister secret. As they try to unravel the mystery, they're stalked by a malevolent entity that's been awakened by their presence. But just when all hope seems lost, Santa Claus arrives to save the day, banishing the entity and bringing peace back to the family.

Sandra Joan Timothy lives in Brookville and after a while, there was an increased rate in criminality and children were getting kidnapped faster than anyone could say 'Jack Robinson!' She soon finds out how all these connects with the wierd, abandoned house next door and what she must do, together with her friends to put an end to it. Join Sandra, Antony, Raymond and Melissa as they unravel the mystery of the wierd house next door and how it affects the neighborhood as a whole. As Christians, what would they do? Join her in this exciting adventure as she documents everything in her diary. What would they find at the end of their adventure and would they be able to help?

[Farming]+[Space]+[Heartwarming]+[Prosperity]+[Defeating Scum] Mo Yan, reduced to ashes by an explosion, was reborn in ancient times, becoming a little farm girl on the run from famine! Above her, a kind and handsome Scholar father - not bad! Below her, a lively and adorable pair of younger siblings - very good! But really, she felt like dying all over again, you know? On the run, going without food, drink, or shelter was one thing, but to always guard against bad guys who might capture her to fill their bellies was another! Luckily, her upgradable Space from the previous life followed her, but what the heck - that amazing Space with mountains, water, and meat to eat had been formatted! Faced with a desperate situation, Mo Yan reignited her fighting spirit: So what if it's formatted, I'll still make a fortune and build my wealth right at the foot of the Imperial City! Carving out mountains, planting orchards, buying shops, building houses... not one less! But... there are so many green-eyed troublemakers! Your farm is yours? Here, I'll trap you to death without discussion! Want to be my stepmom? Fine, I'll send you a bunch of widowers! Mother looking for you? Here, take the divorce papers, keep them, don't thank me! ... What? A handsome man is proposing? Uh, this... should I throw myself at him? PS: 1. Insist on farming without wavering + atypical domestic skirmish + no palace intrigue 2. The writing style is fairly serious, and values are normal (not excluding the occasional whimsy of the author) Links to completed works: [Abandoned Farm Girl: A Beautiful Countryside] Link: http://read.xxsy.net/info/527965.html [The General's Legitimate Daughter Not to be Messed With] Link: http://read.xxsy.net/info/473776.html

For one year people from the ages sixteen to twenty- two have been going missing in the town of Huntington. No one knows what happened to them, though, some suspect they've run away, others think there are bigger things at play. All things are peaceful for main character Valeria, until she's one of those missing people. Kidnapped and trapped in a mansion where nowhere is safe and no one can be trusted. Where her life is a game in the hands of a mysterious group of killers. Will Valeria make it out alive or will she just become another victim of this house of horrors?

Once known as Numelion, a land of harmony crafted by the god Numen, the world was forever changed by a divine cataclysm. Now called Numerath, its magic is fractured, its history tangled in shadows, and its future uncertain. Yet beneath the surface of everyday life, echoes of an ancient past linger, and unseen forces continue to shape the fate of the land. In a village untouched by war and seemingly far from danger, a young dreamer named Sevas begins to wonder if the world holds something greater for him. As he searches for his place in the shifting tides of Numerath, the lines between heroism and hubris, order and chaos, begin to blur. This is a story of good and evil, right and wrong, gods and demons, heroes and pretenders, love and loss. As the veils of truth are lifted, the choices of a few will shape the destiny of many.

En el misterioso "Happy House", nada es como parece. Anyelen, una joven de 12-14 años, se encuentra en un mundo donde la felicidad es una ilusión y la oscuridad acecha en cada esquina. Después de un trágico accidente, Anyelen descubre que su propósito es ayudar a los demás, pero pronto se da cuenta de que cada persona que conoce tiene un secreto oscuro. Mientras se adentra en el mundo de "Happy House", Anyelen se enfrenta a personajes complejos y problemáticos, como Cherry, Meyli, Tord, Miguel, Míster Happy, Eskip y Galery, cada uno con sus propios demonios. A medida que se profundiza en sus historias, Anyelen comienza a cuestionar su propia realidad y la verdadera naturaleza de "Happy House". ¿Qué secreto esconde "Happy House"? ¿Qué precio debe pagar Anyelen por ayudar a los demás? (soy nueva en esto y espero les guste ;-;)

In the heart of a small, struggling town, a woman battles her way out of addiction and the chaos of her past to create a life defined by love, resilience, and second chances. Guided by the ideals she crafted from fragments of hope and a fierce determination to build a family, she transforms herself into the anchor her children need.

Aveline Crystaine, was once the shining star of House Crystaine, a prestigious family known for its unmatched magical lineage. The Crystaines were revered as one of the Great Houses of the kingdom, capable of wielding ancient and powerful magic passed down through generations. Aveline was the heir to that legacy, a woman of extraordinary talent and potential. But everything changed when Aveline’s family was wiped out overnight in a mysterious tragedy. The once-powerful House Crystaine fell into disgrace, and Aveline—young and alone—was left to pick up the pieces of her shattered life. With no surviving relatives and no allies, Aveline was cast aside as the villainess, blamed for the fall of her house and accused of conspiring with dark forces. The truth, however, is far more complicated. Aveline's family wasn't destroyed by a simple political coup or betrayal—it was erased by magic. An ancient curse, woven into the very fabric of House Crystaine's existence, caused the house to vanish from history. The curse was so potent that it not only destroyed her family but also erased all records of their existence from public memory. Aveline herself is the only one who remembers House Crystaine for what it truly was. The only way for her to reclaim her family’s legacy and restore her house to its former glory is to uncover the truth behind the curse and break it. But there’s a catch: the curse is linked to Aveline's own magical abilities, and using her power to reveal the truth could cost her everything she holds dear.

When Adam, a cunning strategist from the modern world, finds himself transported to a mystical cultivation realm, he discovers a mysterious auction house system that grants him unmatched power. The system thrives on wealth and the deeds of others, rewarding Adam for masterminding grand schemes that manipulate people toward good or evil. Within the sanctuary of his auction house, Adam is invincible, weaving plots that topple empires, raise heroes, and empower villains—all to grow stronger. As minor foes and global adversaries rise to challenge his growing influence, Adam’s sharp mind and ruthless determination make him an unstoppable force in a world of martial arts, mysticism, and treachery. Will he reign supreme or see his ambitions undone by forces beyond even his control?

After five years in prison, an insignificant security guard transforms into an unparalleled expert. On the day Yang Xiao is released from prison, he learns that he actually has an adorable daughter. It turns out that five years ago, on that fateful night, he had an encounter with a stunning female CEO... Amidst the surprise, a dreadful news strikes. His daughter has been secretly harmed and is now suffering from a terminal illness. A massive conspiracy is silently unfolding.

Doomsday + rebirth + stockpiling + survival + infinite space + revenge in the dark The world has entered the Ice Age, the Ice Doomsday is coming, and 95% of the planet's human imagination is exhausted! In the previous life, Joy was killed by the people she helped because of her kindness. Reborn back to a month before the Ice Doomsday, Joy awakened the space ability and began to hoard supplies crazily! Short of supplies? He directly emptied a warehouse worth tens of billions of dollars in a super-value shopping mall! Not comfortable living? Build a super fortress for him that is comparable to the Doomsday Fortress! When the Doomsday comes, others are frozen like dogs, and they can give up everything for a bite of food. But Joy lives more freely than before the Doomsday. Bitch: Joy, as long as you let me into your house, I will agree to be your girlfriend. Rich second generation: Joy, I am willing to use all my money to exchange for a meal in your house. Beast neighbors: Joy, you should share supplies with us, you shouldn't be so selfish! Looking at these people who hated her in her previous life, Joy lived a comfortable life in a safe house. Joy: What does your love, whether it lasts or not, have to do with it? I won’t give my things to you even if I feed them to the dogs!

Due to excessive chattering and criticizing in a discussion forum, I suddenly became Duchess Cathleen—the most tormented character in the novel "The Protagonist Is A Villain." Even worse, I found myself in the story at the point where Cathleen’s relationship with her husband, Cedric, was on the brink of collapse. It was the moment when Cathleen kept forcing her husband to divorce her. As someone who knows what will happen to Cathleen after the divorce—death, of course—I must avoid the separation at all costs. Therefore, let’s try to build a good relationship with my husband. But there’s a problem I have to face head-on. I’M COMPLETELY UNACCUSTOMED TO HAVING A HUSBAND. “How’s the food?” I asked enthusiastically. “Huh?” Cedric looked confused by my behavior. “Yeah?” I was equally confused by his reaction.