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A wonderfully written story of two siblings.

In a world where strength determines everything, Kael Draven was once a feared ruler, betrayed and cast into the abyss. But death was never meant for him. Reborn in a twisted reality where the weak are devoured, he rises again—crueler, stronger, and more egotistical than ever. With an insatiable hunger for power and vengeance, he will carve his own empire, not as a hero, but as a tyrant feared by gods and monsters alike.

Liam White, a talented but rebellious athlete, has frustrated every manager he’s had. Enter Isabella, a strict, disciplined manager assigned to turn his career around. With her tough love and unwavering dedication, Isabella pushes Liam to reach his full potential, challenging his limits both on and off the field. As their intense training sessions bring them closer, their professional bond turns into something more. Amid the pressure of upcoming competitions, Liam finds himself falling for Isabella. Now, with love on the line and the stakes higher than ever, Liam must decide if he’s willing to fight for both victory and Isabella’s heart.

Accused of murdering his own parents, a man known only as Grim embarks on a ruthless spree of chaos, wielding supernatural powers that mirror the forces haunting him. When a determined detective makes it her mission to clear his name, their ideals clash, forcing Grim to question his thirst for revenge. But the very system that fuels his abilities has its own sinister plans - for the both of them.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!Ahmet's laughter was like a slap in the face. "You think you're in a position to negotiate with me?" he sneered. "I don't think so, Asli. You'll do what I say, or suffer the consequences. Do you want more time to outsmart me? No.” She could play his game. She certainly could do that before she finally killed him. A mischievous grin formed on her lips. "What would you gain from sleeping with me?" she asked, trying to keep her tone neutral. "You're not exactly known for your romantic conquests. And we're rivals, not to mention the fact that our families would kill us if they found out." She paused, her eyes narrowing. "So, what's the real motive here? What could you possibly gain from this?" There was a pause on the other end of the line, and for a moment, Asli wondered if she had caught him off guard. But then, Ahmet's smooth voice came back, dripping with confidence. "I’m glad to know you are well-informed about my romantic conquests. Let's just say, Asli, that I have my reasons. And as for what I'd gain… well, that's for me to know and you to find out." His tone sent a shiver down her spine, and she knew she had to tread carefully. She wasn’t going to win this against him. “Show me what proof you have and I will give in to your demands.” With that, she hung up the call, feeling a small sense of satisfaction at being the one to end the conversation this time. She was the only woman in the male-dominated Mafia world. Did he think he could subdue her so easily?

On the sunny coast of Italy, Giovanni, an ordinary high school student, is always mocked by his classmates as a "ghost on the desk" - until his father sends him a bronze ring covered with runes that he found in the ruins of Troy. The ancient female elf Aletia, who was accidentally awakened, became his maid...completely tore his ordinary life apart. In order to uncover the magical truth behind the fall of Troy, this master and servant who spanned thousands of years had to face school bullying, the bloody pursuit of the mafia, and the deadly conspiracy of government dignitaries at the same time. When he found that he could crack the ancient magic and mix alchemical potions with pizza sauce, the gears of fate had already quietly turned... On one side are the school beauties who are pursued and the poisonous tongues of the female elves, and on the other side are the shocking experiments hidden under the Sicilian red wine estate - the counterattack of this "useless" boy is destined to be full of crazy collisions between ancient civilization magic and modern interests.

The popular VR game Flanard Ford Online has been breaking records for 3 years in a row, due to the unique mechanics and plot of the game itself in the open world, where you can choose a mount animal, passing story quests and additional quests, becomes stronger with your beast. And one day, such a game was presented to our main character, 25-year-old Atlas, a former special forces soldier who was fired from his post yesterday. "Hmm, let's see what happens." [Are you ready, my dear adventurer]

At a young age, Anya's only dream was to live a simple and peaceful life. But it seemed fate had other plans for her - to become an orphan and roam the streets. Until she was kidnapped by the country's largest crime syndicate. She was forced to do and follow every mission assigned to her just to survive. Despite everything, her dream remained the same - to live a simple life. A mission was assigned to her in exchange for her freedom. She was to pretend to be someone else and become the fiancée of Christian Oliver Carter. How long could Anya keep up the act? Could she accomplish this mission if the secrets of her past were revealed? What if fate didn't agree with her again and wanted to ruin her life? Would she ever be able to escape the world she was trapped in?

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Lex has never felt content. His life been mostly devoid of meaning and his seems truly lost. Until one day he is sent to a strange space resembling his school. With dangerous creatures forcing him to either confront his fears or turn his back he has a choice. Will Lex be able to confront and overcome these spaces or will he eventually fall into despair, for when he returns back to reality not everything is the same as it was...

* At night He was rugged and untamed. That one steamy night left Grace utterly captivated. She coyly stretched out her dainty, snow-white feet, hooking them around his waist as she softly laid down her terms: For the first time, no staying overnight. The second time, the moment he got himself a significant other, she'd vanish from his side. Later on, their liaison would remain strictly on a physical level. No strings of money attached, no emotional fetters, just the most primal and unadulterated desires that flared up when night fell, entwining them like a web spun by countless spiders. And once the moment had passed, she'd straighten her skirt and turn her back on him, cold as ice. *During daytime He was the heir to a vast business empire, now impeccably dressed in a sharp suit, exuding an air of aristocratic reserve. He extended his hand to her with a polite smile, “Hello, Grace.” Grace gritted her teeth in secret dismay. She hastened to call off whatever was brewing between them, only to find herself cornered against the dressing room by the man, with no way out. In that cramped space, he was a relentless predator, and she, his irresistible quarry. His firmness pressed against her soft curves, setting every inch ablaze. Outside the door, her female colleagues were swooning over his chiseled abs. Just a thin partition away, he locked his arm around her willowy waist, seized her delicate hand, and guided it to rest on his taut abdomen, his voice dripping with a sultry allure, “Thought you could slip away? It's far too late for that.”

Claude, an orphan burdened by a tragic past, meets an untimely end, only to find himself reborn into a world brimming with magic. Retaining his name and memories, Claude navigates this new reality, grappling with the echoes of his former life while uncovering the secrets and wonders of this enchanting realm.

The Last Line Paris, 17th century. In the shadowed alleys and lavish halls of a city divided by wealth and cruelty, Tartelune lives a life that is not his own. Forced by his father—a ruthless comprachico—to masquerade as a girl, he is trapped between poverty, deceit, and the hunger of men who see him as nothing more than a commodity. With twin sisters to protect and a mother bound to a brothel, Tartelune dreams of escape. But when fate entangles him in the clutches of Mr. Dolan, a monstrous nobleman who wishes to claim him as a bride, his world tightens into an unbreakable chain of servitude. Is there hope for a boy who was never allowed to exist? In a world where innocence is sold and love is a dangerous secret, Tartelune walks the fine line between survival and despair. But the last line of the comprachicos is never written in ink—it is carved in flesh. A tale of identity, betrayal, and tragedy, The Last Line explores the forgotten souls of history—those who were never meant to be remembered.

Noah always felt like a shadow in his own family. With an older brother like Henry—ruthless, violent, and always in control—Noah was trapped between expectation and fear. Art was his escape, the only thing that was truly his. But when an art battle meant to determine the best artist takes a dark turn, Noah finds himself caught in a war far bigger than a canvas. Liam, sharp-tongued and fearless, has made too many enemies, and Henry is at the top of that list. What started as a personal grudge has escalated into an all-out hunt, with gangs and dangerous alliances stacking the odds against Liam. As tensions rise and fists fly, Noah is forced to choose: stay hidden in the shadows or step into the chaos and take control of his own fate. In a world where art and violence collide, dreams are drawn in lines of ink—but survival is written in blood.

666 ..6 people 6 life's 6 ways The world Is dying ....people are dying ...hope is gone ... 6 people who share the same fate are sent to find a life , a hope . They are sent to a maze a maze of past , present and future . but have they been lied to ? Is the liar among them ? can they ever make it out alive ?

Maya Carter’s life takes a deadly turn the night she answers a call meant for someone else. What should have been an innocent mistake plunges her into a dangerous conspiracy tied to the enigmatic Victoria Hale—a woman who vanished without a trace. With no one to trust, Maya is forced to go on the run, accompanied by her fiercely loyal best friend, Ava, and the unpredictable Reed—a man whose motives remain a mystery. As shadowy hunters close in, they must navigate a web of secrets, betrayals, and half-truths, all while racing to uncover why Victoria’s disappearance holds the key to their survival. But when Maya realizes that the real danger isn’t just the people hunting them—but something much deeper, much darker—she’s left with one burning question: Was answering that call her biggest mistake… or her only way out?

"Shall I tell you a little secret? But I have to warn you, you won't like it." No one likes spoilers, therefore, I present this to you. "Is it a book filled with spoilers or a book specifically about spoilers?" Read between the lines, that is what you do when you are eager to find out. To figure out a secret, to interpret and keep note of what there is to come. "It is kind of like that, but I would rather refer to it as a compilation or a series." "Or an outline, a note, reminder for what'll end up happening, whatever sounds right to you." A story that has only one plot, universe, and meaning is not how you would describe this one. Spoiler though, you'll never be satisfied. /Extra/ "One more thing... None of this is real. Unless you know what exactly is going on."

He saved a dying world with science. Now they’ll burn him for it." When 21st-century scientist Robert Klein awakens in plague-ridden medieval Europe, his survival depends on a dying AI wristband—and the lies he spins. Peasants worship his "miracles": antibiotics that halt the Black Death, gunpowder that shreds armies. But the Church sees only heresy. Now Robert walks a razor’s edge: Outwit a power-hungry noblewoman turning his tech into weapons. Outrun a fanatical inquisitor dissecting his "demonic" tools. Outlast his own creations sparking an industrial apocalypse. As the line between savior and Antichrist blurs, Robert must choose: erase every trace of his existence to save history, or let humanity leap forward—even if it means becoming the god this dark age deserves. For readers of The Pillars of the Earth and Dark Matter—where science clashes with superstition, and one man’s truth could ignite a holy war.

Synopsis:At Rensaka High, love isn’t always straightforward. Miyuki Asano, a kind and determined girl, finds herself caught between two very different boys—Renji Kisaragi, her confident and playful childhood friend, and Haruto Sumeragi, the sharp-tongued student council vice president.What starts as a normal school life soon turns into an emotional whirlwind filled with unexpected moments, heated clashes, and growing feelings. Between playful teasing, intense arguments, and unspoken emotions, Miyuki must navigate friendships, rivalries, and the weight of family expectations.In a love story where hearts waver and relationships are tested, will she find the path that truly makes her happy?

"And so here we are again, did you learn anything? Was this the dance you were looking for, No? Let us continue then, the day when we walk to the pier is yet to come. That grand symphony of loss and pain is just a lighthouse, you know when you walk it rises, so get up the story is yet to fall after all no one wishes to be alone in the end. Don't worry; I'll be your dance partner this time and encourage you forward every step of the way. So, as actors, burn till nothing is left, and listen with your heart to my audience. May we go off with dry tears so our finale can be broken with our own hands!"

Darius Masters is an English-born cripple with a complicated past and no lease on life beyond his hobby of Virtual Reality gaming. After making something of a living for himself and funding his recovery with the money he won from gaming tournaments and varying brand deals, Darius got a Second drafting. This would bring everything he hated about the world over to world of virtual reality gaming he had come to love as a 30 year old man. Despite his acceptance, he has sworn to use every bit of knowledge and experience he had to protect his legacy and the life he had built for himself through any means he could.

In the vibrant city of Seattle, two men from opposing worlds find their lives intertwined in a way neither of them expects. Lucas Bennett, a dedicated but burnt-out editor at a prestigious publishing house, feels lost in the monotony of his high-pressure job. Meanwhile, Jamie Torres, an aspiring playwright with a rebellious spirit and a love for the arts, struggles to find his voice amidst a series of rejections. When a passionate yet impulsive proposal to showcase new talent lands Jamie a contract with Lucas’s publishing house, their worlds collide in a whirlwind of creativity, tension, and undeniable chemistry. As they navigate the challenges of their careers and the complexities of their feelings for each other, they must confront their insecurities and fears before their budding romance can flourish. Set against the backdrop of a city teeming with culture, friendship, and the intoxicating allure of new beginnings, Between the Line is a tale of love, ambition, and the courage to rewrite the narratives that define us.

Don Victor, the notorious Underworld Boss, known by his alias SKULL, is a figure whose true name and face remain a mystery to all except his inner circle. To the world, SKULL is a terrifying legend whose very name sends chills down spines. No one dares to challenge him, as he has ruthlessly eliminated anyone who tried, leaving only whispers of his terror behind. Those who managed to survive did so by fading into the shadows, too afraid to even think of revenge. The fear he instills is unmatched, and his power over the underworld is absolute. Yet, behind the ruthless exterior, Don Victor has one weakness: his obsession with movies, particularly the works of his favorite director, Tames Kamron. He watches his films on repeat, each time getting lost in the emotions, the betrayals, and the action—sometimes even firing a gun when the tension peaks. His love for cinema borders on the obsessive, with his emotions swinging from tears to rage at the flick of a switch. "Boss... Director Tames Kamron is retiring." "What? No... I can't accept this. I'll kidnap him and make him make films for me!" But fate had a different plan. Bang... And just like that, the mighty underworld boss met his end. But the story doesn't end there. Don Victor opens his eyes in another world, with his life hanging by a thread. [Make a movie in one year, or your life is over.] Now, in a strange new world, Don Victor must face a new set of challenges, where the stakes are higher than ever before. Will he overcome this new challenge or will his reign as SKULL truly come to an end?

Isabella Martini, all she ever wanted was to find her mate and live a peaceful life with him. But all of that comes spirally down when she is accused of killing her sister. Despite being the daughter of the Beta of the Blood Moon Pack, no one believed her, not even her Alpha, Alpha Gael Romano. To make amends for the crime she did not commit, she agrees to marry Alpha Romano. But that does not go as planned, and when she realizes that he plans to kill her, that is her final straw. Now a broken soul, she wanders into the rogue territory, trying to build her life again. Arlo Bianchi, Alpha of the Black Knight Pack. He has been whispered as Death for the numerous deaths that stain his hands. Everyone is afraid of the monster he has become, but what would happen when Isabella stumbles upon his land? Will he kill her on sight, or will she be the key to his cold heart? Find out more in this book.

"What a shame. He had his whole life ahead of him, yet attempted suicide by jumping off a building." One year later~ The past can be recovered from, but never completely forgotten or erased from memory. August Castellan was a person who shut people out, never getting too close with someone. He was polite and gentle, but always drew a line, mercilessly pushing those who tried to cross it out of his life. He had done this perfectly....until now. Why couldn't he bear to push him away? Edward was a bright and cheerful person, breaking apart all the walls August put around himself with ease. He came crashing in August's originally uneventful life, making his black and white world bloom with colors and emotions he didn't even know existed before. He always thoughts of true love as a hoax, something people use to comfort themselves until he met Edward. But was Edward really what he seemed? Or was he hiding his own secrets, a past he can't leave behind? Can two people, both connected by a past one doesn't even know the other is a part of, get through this? Or was their story messed up from the beginning, destined for a bad end before it even started? Angst with happy ending...probably. DAILY UPDATES (AN- I'm not able to upload side stories on this. they're in a separate work by the same name)

The Mysterious Case (Horror/Thriller/Crime) A dead man is calling his wife. But his corpse is in the morgue. Three days after Liu Zhiqiang was found strangled to death, his wife receives a chilling phone call—his voice, whispering: "Wu Xue... open the door..." Detective Shen Chen investigates what should be a simple homicide, only to uncover unexplainable horrors. Surveillance footage shows Liu Zhiqiang walking after his death. His bank account receives a mysterious 500,000 yuan deposit before his murder. And his last known contact? A man who vanished three years ago under similar circumstances. As Shen Chen digs deeper, the case spirals into madness. The phone calls continue. The whispers grow more disturbing. And someone—or something—is manipulating everything from the shadows. Is Liu Zhiqiang really dead? Or has he returned for something... far worse? A chilling blend of supernatural horror and crime thriller! The deeper you go, the darker the truth becomes.

In a world on the brink of collapse, nations clash as global tensions spiral out of control. The looming threat of nuclear war casts a shadow over humanity’s future. The fate of millions rests in the hands of those willing to step into the battlefield, but not all wars are fought on the frontlines. Sarah Wells, an elite soldier, and her team are sent on high-stakes missions to prevent the destruction of entire cities. Each mission brings them closer to the heart of the conflict, revealing a dangerous web of political manipulation, personal sacrifice, and devastating loss. But as they fight to save lives, they begin to question the very cause they are risking everything for. When a new military specialist is sent to oversee their operations, Sarah and her team must navigate the fine line between loyalty to their orders and the growing realization that not all battles are what they seem. As the horrors of war unfold, Sarah must confront her doubts, the lives lost, and the morality of the war itself. Can she and her team make a difference, or are they merely pawns in a game much larger than themselves? Call to Duty explores the harrowing reality of war, the cost of survival, and the struggle to hold onto hope when all seems lost.

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