Bargain

"Wait!" Max shouts out grabbing her arms keeping her from running up the stairs. "Don't run from me," he says pulling her close forcing her to look him in the eyes. His strong scent triggered something deep inside. Those eyes look very similar to the wolfs' she seen that night, causing her to speculate. *It couldn't be.......could it?* She thought staring deeper into those eyes wishing to just lose herself in them. --------------------------------------- Lily Artemis Wolfman fell out of the sky with only a name that no one knew, and no home to speak of. She was taken in as a ward of the Royal Wolves of the Mystic Moon pack, but was treated worse then the prisoners they keep. While in the daytime she was an obedient "daughter" doing her duties for the family, but in the shadows she was the regular punching bag for family to blame their outside appearance problems out on. Then one day she is handed a mysterious box that was with her when she was found. This box could lead her to her family, and why she seems to be the only one left alive. With the Alpha Pairs prophecy approaching events begin to happen and a mate of Lily's appears in the last person she expected. Will the truth about her past come out or will she be sent off before she has a chance to find out? Can her mate save her from a forced arranged marriage? Or will she find more then she bargained for? Find out in the chapters to come.

The 'tragic' truth tells us that time-traveling is a technical skill, and clearly, Ye Zao was mediocre at it. Being duped by her own penny-pinching uncle into becoming a lowly concubine in someone else's house was bad enough, but why did it have to be in Fourth Master's residence? Being just a mere Concubine, how was she to get by? The starting point was too low, the background too poor, the bargaining chips too few! The big BOSS had too much HP, and every mini BOSS was lethal! After much deliberation, playing the virtuous act would get her killed, because there was Lady Ulaanala ahead of her. Playing the shrew would also lead to death, for there was Li Consort Fujin behind her. Bearing sons wasn't permitted, yet not bearing them left her with no support—what a conundrum of a life! Having finally maneuvered her way from the residence into the palace, she still had The Empress Dowager on top, who disliked her for not looking dignified enough! Fortunately, Fourth Master didn't mind, and he secretly quite fancied her undignified looks! Ye Zao's goal was to live a good life, clothed in silk and jewels, exalted and lofty.

Under everyone's gaze, her pregnant sister came to force a marriage, making her the butt of the joke, after being cheated on. When she was at her wit's end, she met him —— Jun Mochan, the business tycoon. He said: "Marry me, I won't betray you." In order to shut off the wagging tongues and avoid becoming a bargaining chip in a family alliance, She said: "Okay" But, wasn't it agreed that it would be a fake marriage? He loves her deeply. The whole world knows it, only she doesn't.

Joanna had always dreamed of soaring through the skies as a stewardess, but her family's poverty seemed to ground her ambitions. In a shocking turn of events, her father made a Faustian bargain with a young billionaire, trading his daughter's hand in marriage for control of one of his lucrative companies. Joanna was horrified to discover she had been sold to the highest bidder, her future hijacked by her father's desperation. But the young billionaire, known for his ruthless business tactics, was driven by a different motive. He couldn't resist the opportunity to possess Joanna, captivated by her stunning beauty and determination. He would stop at nothing to make her his, and his alone."

Rose is the typical college-girl who goes unnoticed but secretly craves adventure, and someone to share her life with. Being a college senior with a writing major, she needs to find someone to give her the inspiration for her first novel. The next day, she bumps into Brandon, who has a secret stepbrother, Damon, who is running from a dangerous past. Together, the boys give Rose everything she has always wanted: excitement, family, and inspiration. However, not everything is perfect. Damon’s past is quickly catching up to him and Rose may be in more danger than she bargained for.

What was worse than death itself? Well it was dying knowing that no one would miss you, knowing that your death was a favour to everyone you ever knew. This was exactly how I felt the day I died. I was the love child of the Eclipse Alpha King, in a time where the mate bond was considered sacred, a child born out of wedlock was nothing short of sacrilegious... 'It was his fault, he loved someone other than his mate...' 'It was his fault, he had carnal knowledge of a human woman.' 'It was all his fault, my only crime was being born out of his lust.' But why was that Alpha King father of mine perfectly safe, while I was hated, scorned and blamed for everything instead? Why did I have to be my father's bargaining chip, used to achieve his goals? Why could I not get a rejection like everyone else but was instead murdered by my own mate? Why was I killed before I even had a chance to live? I had a thousand questions and yet there was no one to answer and this was exactly how I died... So why then did my eyes flutter open to that day, a month before my death? Was it because of my little secret? A secret I will tell no one else but you... From the title of my tale, you must think I am an omega wolf... No, you got it wrong... I am not an Omega wolf, I am an Alpha wolf and my name is Omega. ~Second Book in the Werewolf Rebirth Series. *Not a prequel or sequel to 'The Alpha King's Nemesis', both books are not related save for the world setting and Werewolf Rebirth concept. *Cover art sourced from the internet, all credits to the original artist.*

Book 1: Crown of Vengeance "Blood cannot be washed away, and vengeance burns brighter than any flame." Selene Draven was once the most feared assassin in the Ironclad Kingdom, a master of shadows who answered only to the king’s command. But when her family is butchered, and she’s framed for their murder, her world crumbles. Imprisoned in Ironkeep, a fortress designed to break even the strongest, Selene is offered a dangerous bargain: infiltrate the Frostveil Court of the enigmatic King Caelan Veyrannis and uncover his secrets. Thrown into a deadly game of politics, power, and betrayal, Selene must navigate a world of hate while hiding her true nature, one that could change the balance of power in all Aeloria. But as tensions rise between the kingdoms, Selene finds herself drawn to two men who threaten to unravel everything she’s fought for: the cunning Prince Kade Blackthorn, who wields charm like a blade, and the cold yet compelling King of the North, who sees far more than he should. Betrayal is inevitable. Love is dangerous. And vengeance...vengeance is everything. Excerpt: Selene's hand ran down his abdomen, he cocked his head to the right, "Are you here to kill me or seduce me?" "How about both? I mean...a girl do have needs." she bit her lips leaning close enough, their lips were just inches apart. Her other hand moved in a flash, pressing a blade against his inner thigh, just inches from his manhood. He tensed, but the grin on his lips didn’t falter. “You’re playing a dangerous game, Selene, careful where you aim that thing.” “Careful?” she echoed, “You’re the one who’s unarmed, Your Majesty. Maybe you should be the careful one.”

Her plan was revenge but his touch fueled a lust she couldn't deny. Trapped in a contract marraige with the second son of the Elysian Tyranny, she decides to use it as an avenue to avenge he and his brothers for what they stole from her. But what if the targets of your rage are highly attractive men with an allure of danger and dark seduction you can't resist? As she delves into her plans, she uncovers demons from his past and battle forces of attraction she didn't bargain for while they are determined to make her bend, both to their will and in their bed.

In the year 3147 the Roman Imperium had finally achieved its goal of colonizing its own corner of the galaxy. Unlike in our own world the Rome of this one never fell, but instead grew to encompass the whole of the earth, and overtime spread itself, and humanity, among the stars. Yet even with the marvelous advancements in technology, healthcare, welfare, and every other category required for a thriving society. There is still one roman tradition that refuses to die. GLADIATORS!! And we should all be glad for it, because during the year 3149, just two years after the long and exhausting colonization campaigns were ended, mankind learned that it was not alone in the galaxy, let alone the universe. It had just stepped onto a much bigger stage where entire planets and even star systems were used as bargaining chips in universal gladiator games. Wars on a galactic scale are far too destructive to simply be allowed, if left unchecked the vast majority of life in the universe would cease to be. Therefore each race recognized by the galactic or universal council (it changes depending on the scale of the race itself) must submit champions or gladiators to represent them in the games. The winners gain unfathomable rewards, the losers perish or worse have their entire species enslaved. Please join our hero as he embarks upon his own perilous journey as a lanista, will he rise above the masses, or fall like so many others before him? Or perhaps his own latent gifts may bring him to a height, or depth hitherto unexplored by any before.

Adrianna, an ordinary girl got pregnant after a one night stand with a mysterious man in a luxury resort. After the incident, Her life turned upside down when she discovered her pregnancy with twins. Left with no option, she was forced to work as a secretary to a supernatural creature who presented a deal to her, for his desires. A bargain was made to survive the war between Vampires, when Adrianna unveiled the secrets of her past and find her card of fate as a breed of a revolution. Will she able to tame the beast with the power of Bargain?

A mage on death's door, drowning in a sea of regret - that was Darian, a man who chased power only to find it a cruel mistress. He traded his health for fleeting strength, a bargain that led him to a lonely end in a dingy apartment. But as the darkness claimed him, something shifted. He awakens to a scent that shouldn't exist - his mother's baking - and a sight even more impossible: her, alive and young. Is this a twisted afterlife, mocking him with what he lost? Or could this be a second chance, a rewind on a life gone wrong? But why him? And if it is real... what will he change, and at what cost?

It all started with his birth. Born weak, Riley was hated by his mother,as he was the only child and he happened to be a weak one. Mingling with his peers had been a problem since his childhood, cause of his weak body which made him look small, growing up he was subjected to ridicule and was bullied even by female schoolmates. Getting pushed around was becoming something he was getting used to, until a girl joined his class. She was a good friend to him and helped him out a lot. But her help ended up putting him in much more trouble than he bargained for, he gave up and she also gave up, but the one person who had helped her recover from the scar of her past, helped her to face her fears. They end up coming out of it, though harmed, they could always heal again. Riley got introduced to that special person to his female classmate, who turned out to be her Uncle who was not many years older than them. Those two became like a family to him and he learnt a lot from them both, especially the Uncle. Nevertheless, that was not the end of his struggles. Riley had a loveless family to deal with. And as if that was not enough, his father had a second family outside of his marriage. His parents divorced and he was abandoned by his mother. Forced to live with his father's new family, and bearing all sort of maltreatment, Riley swore to himself to get back everything that belonged to him. Follow Riley on his journey as he finds himself, finds love where he least expected it, and acquires all that was meant to be his.

Lucy Prize had been dreaming of being the secretary to a billionaire for as long as she can remember. After several years, her effort paid off, and she finally gets to work for a billionaire. Not just any billionaire, but Richard Coleman. Young, enterprising, and so handsome that he has his pictures pasted on the cover of magazines. But there's more than meets the eyes. Lucy gets more than she had bargained for. Will she quit? Will she give up on a life-long dream because of this man? Is there a side to Richard Coleman that Lucy just forgets to see?

A young girl named, Keomi Hollow, is a transfer student from Ginto Japan. She comes to her new school during autumn in search of New friends and adventures, however she gets more than what she bargains for when some of the schoolboys go missing and she is summoned by a friendly spirit of autumn to help and catch the culprit.

Year 1540 Nicole is a lowly human from the mainland trying to make ends meet as she would often paint for middle and high-class people sometimes even Purebloods which was rare in her case. She receives little money which doesn’t financially support her living. Until one day she received an invitation from the Snow Kingdom to paint the great Lord Jasper Gervassius. She reaches the kingdom and Meets Lord Jasper in the hopes of making a big income she receives more than what she bargains for. ---------------------------------- Teaser: Jasper placed both of his hands on either side of Nicole's head trapping her with his body. He stared down at her looking at his sweet innocent lamb, he couldn't help but smile at her widely. Her doe-like eyes staring back at him only made him want to devour her "Why do you play these games with me darling you know I don't like it. I think you forgot who you're dealing with." He leaned down against her lips slightly flicking his tongue in her mouth making her crave for more."My Quahneah Woman" Nicole gasped in shock as she wondered how he knew her tribe's name. Before she could say another Jasper had cupped her cheek softly placing his lips on hers and kissing her softly as he slowly removed his hands against the wall. He was wrapping his arms around her waist bringing her body closer to his as there was no space between them. As they continued Nicole started to become breathless pulling herself back to breathe, she couldn't help but look up to see Jasper looking at her with a smile that was Duchenne. His purple orbs looked into her seeing the love and adorn affection he was showing her.  "Jasper I have a question to ask you" Jasper hummed waiting for her question" What are we going to do about the tirade ." Jasper's smile suddenly became sinister as he narrowed his eyes "Why don't you leave that to me, darling."

In a realm where ancient pacts shape destinies and shadows hold secrets untold, Lady Evayne Everard is the prisoner of her husband’s killer. A pawn in the God King’s games, she is subjected to humiliation and torture. Until a dark lord, a power stronger than the God King, arrives at court to claim her. Unbeknownst to Evayne, her existence is bound by a dark bargain struck long before her birth. Her father, desperate to save his dignity, promised the firstborn Everard child to the enigmatic Shadow Lord in exchange for the destruction of his enemy. What he didn’t know was that the Shadow Lord wasn’t bargaining for a mere human soul. Evayne is not entirely mortal. The Celestial blood of the Fallen Star runs in her veins, making her a rare and powerful prize—one that could tip the balance in the Shadow Court’s eternal struggle against the encroaching mortal kingdoms. But the Shadow Lord has his own plans. He sees Evayne as more than just a pawn. Together, they could unravel the mysteries of her lineage and challenge the ancient forces that dictate their fates. In a tale of sacrifice, betrayal, and unexpected salvation, "The Shadow’s Bargain" weaves a gripping story of two souls bound by fate, fighting to free the realm from the God King’s grip in a world where nothing is as it seems.

In the shadowed city of Atherium, a power has awakened—a power to control locks and unlock hidden truths. As rumors spread, intrigue turns to obsession, and a ruthless hierarchy forms. Lockey, a high school student, finds himself at the heart of this mysterious phenomenon, struggling to control his newfound abilities. But as he unlocks more than he bargained for, he’s plunged into a perilous world of twisted secrets, lurking darkness, and the haunting cost of power. Will Lockey rise above the corruption around him, or will the allure of power consume him? Welcome to The Cipher—a journey of resilience, self-discovery, and the struggle to hold on to humanity amidst chaos.

Aurora Devane had one mission: revenge. At eighteen, Aurora Devane is consumed by a singular goal—take back everything her treacherous family stole from her and her deceased mother. Entering a contracted marriage with Daniel Froster, the nation’s most powerful and enigmatic billionaire, she sets her plan into motion. But Daniel is more than she bargained for, and as they play their dangerous game, the lines between pretense and passion blur. The closer Aurora gets to achieving her vengeance, the more entangled she becomes in a web of lies, hatred, and betrayal. Dark secrets and unexpected alliances force her to question everything she thought she knew. Will the true heiress sacrifice her newfound love to achieve her revenge, or will fate’s cruel hand thrust her into a perilous choice between retribution and redemption?

In a multiverse plagued by decay, where power is currency and morality is a luxury few can afford, a cunning soul merchant carves his path to ultimate ascension. With the ability to harvest and trade souls, he crafts contracts that grant others their deepest desires—at a cost that only he understands. Driven by an unrelenting ambition to become an Eidolon, a supreme being who can rewrite the laws of existence, he traverses dying worlds, manipulating heroes, rulers, and even gods. Yet, when he encounters a soul so pure it defies the corruption of the multiverse, doubt begins to creep into his otherwise impenetrable resolve. Is this purity a sign of his own humanity lingering beneath his ruthless exterior, or merely another obstacle in his quest for power? In a tale of deception, ambition, and the ultimate cost of dominance, watch as he navigates treacherous rivalries, deadly bargains, and the looming question: What price is too great to pay for absolute power?

In a remote, ancient manor hidden deep within a mystical forest, Evelyn, a spirited and independent young woman with an urban style, seeks solitude and a fresh start after purchasing the property at a bargain price. However, her dreams of a quiet life are shattered when she discovers that the manor is haunted by the spirit of Lady Genevieve Blackwood, a noblewoman wrongfully accused of murder centuries ago. As Evelyn navigates the eerie and enchanting world of the manor, she encounters Damien, a mysterious and brooding figure who has been tied to the manor’s tragic past. Drawn together by fate, Evelyn and Damien form an unexpected bond as they unravel the dark secrets surrounding Genevieve’s death. Whispers of betrayal and hidden truths echo through the halls, urging Evelyn to uncover the real story behind the manor’s haunting. As the pair delves deeper into the manor’s history, they uncover a web of intrigue involving powerful enemies, jealousy, and a quest for vengeance that has lingered for generations. Together, they must confront their fears, face the remnants of the past, and ultimately decide whether they can rewrite history to bring justice to Genevieve’s name. Filled with elements of romance, mystery, and fantasy, this tale explores themes of redemption, love, and the fight for truth in a world shrouded in darkness. Evelyn’s journey transforms from a quest for solitude into a daring adventure, where she discovers the power of connection, courage, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

I just want to be useful... It all begins in a society far more advanced than ours. This new country is known as the Commonwealth . A country littered with flying cars and strange devices being an everyday occurrence. This world isn't just home to humans, but also beings of great power destined to save the world . They are known as supers. Some of these beings inherited strange abilities from the floating particles a mysterious meteorite that crashed on earth a millenia ago while others used the elements of this meteorite to craft powerful new weapons. For this godlike rock, they call it, the Godmaker and only few know of it's existence. However this story isn't about these supers. Not yet. This is the story of Jake Scott. A convenience store clerk who had just come to a horrifying realization. He had wasted his life. Well there was nothing he could do about it now since he was stick in a dead end job making minimum wage and living in a cruddy and cramped apartment with an annoyingly nerdy roommate. Or was there? Scott is given the chance to become a super after performing a heroic deed for an old friend. However he's about to get way more than he bargained for ... And a new evil emerges to reclaim what was rightfully hers.

Abigail is the daughter of a once proud but now dying pack, a pack that would do anything to restore their position amongst the greatest packs once again. But luckily for them, Abigail catches the attention of Darius, alpha of the most powerful and dangerous pack in America. She is at once given to him as a bargaining chip more so than a bride, as a means to cement her pack's relationship with that of Darius'. Now Abigail will have to survive this prison she calls a marriage to the monster wolf Darius, while also trying to suppress her feelings for her true mate Elias. But this is easier said than done, because amidst finding the secrets to her past, and plotting with her true mate to escape and bring down Darius, she will find herself bearing feelings towards him, and learn everything to be more complex than she initially thought. And it all starts with Abigail trying to make Darius fall for her. "I don't know how you got that idea into your pretty head, but Darius doesn't fall in love." "There's a first time for everything." "A first time huh?" Darius' voice echoes into my ears. "You have two months to make me fall for you. But if you fail, I'll kill your best friend Rosemary, her mate, and every member of your pack."

Meili is a once-in-a-generation beauty raised in secrecy in the inner courtyards. To keep her safe from the palace concubine selections, her family conspires to make everyone, including her, believe that she's ugly. The secret's revealed when three peeping Tom’s get more than they bargained for spying on the 'ugly sister' bathing. The perverts are best friends, a young commander, the second prince, and an admired poet, and the three young men compete fiercely for her affections. As Meili emerges from fifteen years in seclusion, her deeply rooted body dysmorphia has hilarious consequences as she misreads her interactions with men and proves to be a far more complex puzzle to woo than any of them are equipped for. Meili has no intention of voluntarily giving up her new-found freedom in order to become someone’s wife, but her new best friends just refuse to stay in the friend zone. With war fast-approaching, will Meili grow-up fast enough to choose the right boy, or any boy? Or will her parents choose for her [#arrangedmarriage]? Can a great beauty avoid the Emperor’s harem? A cdrama romcom where a young girl is a glittering prize trying her hardest not to be won. [#teen#lovequadrangle#historicalromance#romcom#cdrama#sweetromance] Historical romcom loosely set in Ming Dynasty China.

Sypnosis : Rei’s life has always been ordinary—until the dreams started. A mysterious girl, her face always hidden in shadow, calls out to him, whispering, "Find me." When a stranger who looks hauntingly familiar appears on his way to school, Rei's waking world collides with the eerie pull of his dreams. With every fleeting encounter, the girl’s words grow more urgent, but she vanishes before he can get close. As Rei's obsession deepens, he begins to question what’s real and what isn’t. Drawn into a dangerous mystery, Rei must uncover the truth behind the girl’s cryptic plea before it consumes him—and before he’s caught in a fate that might be more than he bargained for.

A few days after breaking up with her boyfriend, Marcus, Amanda accepted the billionaire’s bargain for her hand in marriage. She only accepted because neither she nor her father could pay for her dying mother’s hospital bill, but little did she know that there was a conspiracy between her father and the billionaire, that would change her life forever. Immediately after their marriage, Nicholas Halligan, the billionaire, started to reveal his evil demeanor and weird sexual desires towards her. Amanda’s life gradually became a living hell. She managed to gain the trust of Nicholas’s closest bodyguard, who decided to help her out of Nicholas’s deadly bargain. Will Marcus accept her back, after she had left him for a richer man? Will Marcus work to help bring the evil doers to book, even if it means accepting Amanda? Or will Nicholas find out about her plot with his bodyguard before they try to expose him? Let’s find out!

Sold to the highest bidder to pay off a blood feud, I never imagined I would be the pawn in my father's fatal game. Still, here I am before Enzo De Luca, the most vicious mafia leader in the city. Though appealing, he is cold, deliberate, and as lethal. Though my heart races just from his proximity, it is his touch that ignites me. My body betrays me and reacts to him in ways I am powerless over. And I melt as he softly, commandingly says my name. Enzo loves neither me nor another. In his deadly kingdom, I am only another bargain, another transaction. But every time we are alone, the conflict between us snaps—desire becomes a terrible addiction. Although I detest him for everything he stands for, I yearn for the way he consumes me, body and soul. He has made it quite evident—our marriage is more about power than love. Still, every angry gaze and every snatched moment in the shadow reveals something different. Benevolent underneath his icy façade lies something broken that appeals to the darkest sides of me. But depending on a man like Enzo may mean losing everything. Bound to him now, for better or worse, I am caught in a world where loyalty is brittle and treachery carries a bullet. Our friendship gets more perilous the more truths about his empire I find. And as the past calls for us, I have to question myself: will our passion be the thing that ruins us both or can I survive loving a guy like Enzo De Luca? Burning in his arms is me. But in his universe, I could roast alive.

Jiwon, a bullied and overweight teenager, dreams of becoming a K-pop idol like the stars he admires. After facing endless rejection due to his weight and lack of talent, Jiwon loses hope and contemplates ending it all. But just as he’s ready to give up, a mysterious Idol System activates on his phone, setting him on a grueling journey of physical transformation and intense training. Forced to confront his insecurities and push his body beyond its limits, Jiwon begins to change, but the cost may be more than he bargained for. Can he survive the system's relentless demands, or will the price of his dream be too high?

"If staring death in the face doesn’t change a man, nothing will." In the sprawling city of Novaria, fear has a name: the Angel of Death. This relentless vigilante strikes a chilling bargain with the city’s criminals—reform or perish. Yet Angelo’s pursuit of justice is anything but ordinary. His methods are controversial, his choices polarizing, and his capabilities unknown. As Novaria teeters on the edge of chaos, Angelo finds himself hunted not just by criminals but by questions that cut to the heart of his identity: the mystery of his parents’ deaths, the origins of his unique limitations, and the shadowy forces taking notice of his rise. In a world where power flows like rivers and justice is never black and white, Angelo must confront conspiracies, rival Aurons, and the growing weight of his own reputation. His journey will push him to the limits of his abilities—and beyond. Fast-paced action, razor-sharp banter, and a protagonist like no other collide in this gripping tale of justice, revenge, and self-discovery. Buckle up for an epic journey—this story is long, very long, and it’s only going to get more intricate and thrilling as it unfolds. I’d love for you to join me for the ride! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who takes the time to read and support this story—it means the world to me. Your feedback and encouragement fuel every chapter.

Eira Morgan never believed she’d bargain with a monster—until her brother’s life depended on it. When a haunting sketch leads her to the doorstep of Caius Draven, the infamous vampire lord of Ravensmoor, Eira is prepared to offer her blood in exchange for her brother’s freedom. But Caius wants something far more dangerous: her hand in marriage. Bound by a blood covenant she doesn’t fully understand, Eira is thrust into a world of ruthless politics, ancient rivalries, and deadly secrets. As the human bride of a predator, her fiery defiance and sharp wit spark a dangerous game of power with Caius, whose golden eyes see too much—and hide even more. But the blood bond between them is stronger than either anticipated, awakening forbidden desires that could shatter them both. As threats close in from all sides, Eira must decide: will she fight her captor, or stand beside him as something more powerful than prey? In a world where love is dangerous, one thing is certain: surrender is not an option.

Akela thought she knew what she wanted, but it’s far more than she bargained for. Dragons, dragon riders, love, hate, new-found power, can she manage it? All with a war brewing around her?