Gambit Hurt

Jaquel always pays back twice. after being betrayed by those she valued the most, she turns to the cold world of destruction and seeks out retribution to those who hurt her. Villains get happy endings too.

Ryu Tanaka, a pro gamer, rage-quits a buggy RPG only to wake up inside it after a freak power surge. He’s in Valdris, a world where the “System 2.0” is glitched to hell: kill a dragon, get a rusty spoon; cast a spell, summon a fart cloud. Worse, his class—“Glitch Knight”—comes with a sentient sword, Snarkfang, that roasts him mid-battle. Ryu’s stuck with a misfit party: a klepto healer, a berserker scared of blood, and a bard who only knows polka. Together, they exploit the bugs—crashing quests for loot, stacking debuffs into buffs—to overthrow the Admin King, a dev-turned-god patching the world to trap them. Victory means escaping back to Earth—or rewriting Valdris into their playground.

Love is weird, isn't it?, It encourages you to see the beauty in most despising thing. while when shattered left you to hate with all the peices of your broken heart. Love has different kind, ranging wide from between parent, to children, to siblings. each love has its own sets of boundaries but what if it's indescribable? what if its becomes the specific reason for breaking of a beautiful bond. Garam, a 12 years old, who has always loved his sister, more like a soul-less without her. Would have given his life in a heartbeat, but came across a truth he never had ever comprehend or anticipated, which pushed him to shut his affection. However, What if you were to live a life,that wasn't yours? what if your identity was nothing, and the love you received belonged to someone else. Gyu always ends up thinking does he even exist? if he does,then where is his share of love? But then again the love he gets in his deception, he clinge to cherished it. He tried hard to fit in, but suddenly getting caught he was pushed to something more brazen, only to be stumbling upon a different truth.

The king has been assassinated, and all his secrets are spilling into the open. A few will hurt the family. Some will hurt the empire, and some will threaten the galactic order. However, one that is not his own creation is so dangerous, that if revealed to the public, will destroy all of civilization in an instant. Now the princess is next. I have been assigned to protect her and to find and stop the perpetrators from attempting another attack. However, a feeling cannot escape me. This feeling that everyone knows more than they are letting on about the kings death. Whatever this secret is, whoever these people are, they are willing to go to the extreme to protect their secret, even if it means killing a king or destroying an entire empire to do it.

In the ash-gray wastes of Ketharion, where sky rivers shimmer under a fractured crimson moon, a new demon Cassius awakens with broken horns and a haunting human memory. In a realm where Essence—harvested from blood, rivers, or mortals—fuels power, and time slowly sharpens claws, survival is a cruel gamble. Bound by the Oathweave’s unbreakable contracts, they strike pacts with desperate mortals across planes—offering strength, revenge, knowledge or riches for souls that flood them with life and furthers their development. While some demons leave the barren land in search of better life in other planes others are bound to it unable to permanently separate themselves from Ketharion. Read the first story of no name author.

Kai the person from futuristic world governed by technology was betrayed by close ally and transported to new world of magic with the help of mysterious bracelet made by his best friend Jugo. Will he return and seek vengeance or start a new life.

Dikun Silver, a former military officer and veteran player of Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, finds himself mysteriously transported into the world of Calradia. Unlike before, this is no longer a game. The sting of a sword, the exhaustion of battle, and the fear of death are all terrifyingly real. With his vast knowledge of the game's mechanics, troop formations, trade routes, and faction politics, Dikun has a unique advantage. However, Calradia is no longer bound by scripted events. Lords have their own ambitions, soldiers question their leaders, and the consequences of every choice ripple through the land. Determined to survive and rise through the ranks, Dikun must earn the loyalty of his men, navigate the brutal politics of the noble houses, and wage war in a world where victory is never guaranteed.

The System, a magical source of power infused into the essence of every being born into the world of High Kurning, allows its users to become stronger and seek their own paths and was capable of stopping a great war once it fell by disminishing the advantage of technological progress. However, even with the infinite possibilities it gives to its users, the rule of the strongest becomes law in the places without law. Warren, a lonely gunslinger, is traveling through the continent in search of the Balton's syndicate and it's leader, Balton Hunt, to kill him. Armed with his gun, a knife and 4 bullets each with a name carved on them, he will make his path through the territory under the influence of the syndicate, traveling to different cities on the continent, hunting down the members of the criminal syndicate. But his travel will take an unexpected turn when he meets Marika, a greedy woman that needs help... --- What to expect: 1-The world of High Kurning is a sword and sorcery setting with a system. Sword, guns and spellcasting! Anything is possible! 2-Travel through different landscapes! The desert is only the beginning. 3-Bad attempt at humor! 4-Revenge plot. ML is looking to hunt someone for revenge... for what?

In a fractured world where divine beings manipulate reality, mortals are born into servitude. Kain Velar, a cunning and ruthless strategist, has no interest in loyalty or justice. After witnessing the destruction of his home by warring gods, he resolves to rise above them all. Harnessing forbidden relics and mastering ancient powers, Kain embarks on a relentless quest. Each battle pushes him from frailty to godlike strength. But the more power he gains, the more tangled the mysteries of the divine become. Whispers of a godkiller's prophecy haunt his path. Is he merely a pawn in the schemes of greater beings, or will he shatter the divine throne itself? Expect: High-stakes battles with supernatural abilities Dark and twisted character growth Tactical manipulation and ruthless decisions Ancient secrets and godly conspiracies

Who doesn't like a good Revenge story. It is even better if the Mc returns to the past and executes his revenge while being smart and ruthless. If he is good to his friends and a devil for his enemies, what more could you ask for? Join Ethan as he returns to the past and executes revenge (smart and patiently) What to expect : 1) Great Worldbuilding 2)Well explained system and their purpose (At later arcs) 3) Smart and Realistic MC 4) Weak to Strong What not to expect: 1) Fighting in every chapter. 2) Spoon fed Mc. 3)Overpowered and nonsense System. 4)Power up with no reason.

Lin Chuyi, after meticulously selecting for three years, chose a high-quality boyfriend, only to be cheated on a month into the relationship. She decisively broke up with him and immediately took the place of the Ye Family's daughter, marrying the heir of a wealthy family, Sheng Tingyuan. She planned to leave gracefully when the Ye Family's real daughter returned. Sheng Tingyuan blocked her path, "You lied to me and now you want to run away?" Lin Chuyi, "Don't you hate it the most when people lie to you? Should I not run and wait for you to deal with me?" Sheng Tingyuan pressed her into a corner, "You're not 'other people,' wife."

Long ago, a malicious tyrant overran the land of Kreosorea. Currently, Luxith, the prince of Enternis, wants to destroy the tyrant. but he needs a team to do such. he will embark on a perilous journey, to gather friends, and the fragnments of sin. can he do it? or will he be consumed in the end..?

[MATURE CONTENT WARNING: READ AT YOUR OWN RISK] Welcome to the fancy world of the elite, where Seraphina Alaric, a delicate and fragile girl always relying on medicine to get better, is just trying to catch a break before her life gets turned upside down by an arranged marriage... Seriously, who wants to be tied down when you’re still figuring out what you want in life? During a swanky banquet, she bumps into the enigmatic Duke of Everwyn. And the craziest part? She has no clue who this guy is—just thinks he’s some mysterious stranger. Out of nowhere, feeling adventurous (and maybe a bit reckless), she suggests a secret rendezvous that turns her whole world upside down. In that hidden moment, Seraphina dives headfirst into her wildest desires. But plot twist—turns out, the guy she just spent the night with is none other than her future husband. Oops! So much for a mysterious stranger—she just spent the night with her future husband! "Duke, It Hurts..." invites you into a whirlwind of self-discovery, steamy romance, and the sweet chaos of love when you least expect it. Can Seraphina break free from societal chains, or will she find herself tangled in the very web she tried to escape? Join her on this thrilling journey, and discover how love can be both liberating and complicated. Don’t miss out—your next obsession is just a page away!

Reincarnated as an unremarkable extra, Aria Mont hides her lineage as the daughter of the powerful Mont ducal household. Armed with a deck of enchanted cards, she rises from obscurity to become "The Joker," a living legend who conquers mythical beasts and outshines even heroes. But after eight years of triumphs, the thrill is gone. No monster challenges her, and the world feels painfully predictable. Everything changes when Duke Ashford, an enigmatic figure unaware of her noble identity, invites her on a perilous expedition to the cursed Dark Forest. Promised deadly monsters and hidden mysteries, Aria feels her spark reignite. Yet as danger mounts, her dual life begins to unravel. She must protect her secrets, battle her growing feelings for the captivating Duke, and face the dark truths lurking in the forest’s heart. In a world where nothing is as it seems, will Aria rediscover her purpose—or lose everything in the shadows? A story of power, secrets, and the thrill of rediscovery awaits in Joker’s Gambit: The Bored Adventurer.

In a universe where realms are divided by the Veil—a mystical barrier—the sudden Shattering unleashes Chaos, intertwining magic and a game-like System. Kael, a street thief with a latent lineage tied to the Veil, becomes a Veilwalker, navigating three warring realms to restore balance. Each recovered Shard of the Veil grants immense power but exacts a personal toll, forcing Kael to evolve from rogue to reluctant savior.

A broken heart, shattered trust, and a mind drowning in torment—she seeks freedom from a world that only knows how to hurt her. Under the full moon’s cold light, her final choice echoes a haunting question: Can true peace only be found in the silence of escape?

Who's to say that their arranged marriage won't also be a disaster? Isn't love underrated? Love's never enough in a marriage, so why bother with it in the first place? Is it to prove to everybody else that they're different and won't hurt each other?

all for hurt is a novel that depict and shows how revenge and love coupled together

Elias Voss is a 21st-century economics student trapped in the body of Lorenzo di Civita , a debt-ridden spice trader in the oligarchic republic of Valenzo . In a world where merchant guilds control every aspect of trade—from silk roads to alchemical patents—Lorenzo’s only inheritance is a ramshackle stall and a death threat from the powerful Casa di Ferro guild. But Lorenzo has a weapon his enemies can’t fathom: modern economics . Using concepts like supply-chain optimization, futures markets, and decentralized networks, he begins smuggling contraband spices through pirate-infested waters, undercutting guild monopolies. As he recruits a ragtag alliance of sailors, alchemists, and disgraced nobles, Lorenzo’s shadow economy ignites a rebellion. Yet the guilds strike back. Assassins stalk his crew. A rival trader, Seraphina Contarini (heiress to a shipping dynasty), toys with him in a deadly game of romance and sabotage. Worse, Lorenzo’s innovations catch the eye of Duke Aurelio , the ailing republican leader, who sees in him a pawn to destabilize foreign rivals. When Lorenzo’s closest ally is publicly executed for heresy, he faces a choice: retreat to his newfound wealth or gamble everything to dismantle the guilds’ stranglehold. But as his revolution gains momentum, he realizes the greatest threat isn’t the oligarchs—it’s the vacuum of power he’ll leave behind.

In the war-torn realm of Valthoria, the death of Emperor Raegar II plunges the empire into chaos. Two brothers—one the rightful heir, the other a formidable bastard—clash in a ruthless battle for the throne. Prince Adrian Valos, noble yet politically weak, must rise above his doubts to claim his birthright. Meanwhile, the cunning and battle-hardened Cassius Darkmoor refuses to be cast aside, wielding both steel and shadow to seize power. As ancient prophecies whisper of a legendary sword that could shift the balance of power, dark forces awaken in the East. The fate of the empire lies not only in the hands of kings but also in those of a mysterious sorceress, a vengeful warlord, and a queen whose gambit may alter the course of history forever. In this tale of betrayal, war, and destiny, will Valthoria rise from the ashes—or be consumed by eternal darkness? A gripping epic fantasy perfect for fans of "Game of Thrones" and "The Witcher."

Christian Evans is a runaway—but not in the way people expect. He’s running from a life that isn’t his, from a family that dictates his every move, and from the one thing he’s ever truly loved: hockey. Now, with nothing to lose, he’s risking it all for a full-ride scholarship at North Lake View University. One shot. One summer. If he fails, his dream dies forever. The problem? Caleb Weston. Cocky. Charismatic. The star center of the team. The worst part? He’s annoyingly good at everything—including getting under Christian’s skin. It starts with a rivalry. Then, a challenge. Then… Christian realizes Caleb might be the only person who sees through his walls. A hockey summer camp. Two rivals pushed together. One challenge that changes everything. Christian wasn’t supposed to fall for the one guy who could ruin him. But some games? They’re impossible to resist. Enemies-to-lovers | MM Romance | Sports Rivalry & Tension Welcome to the It Hurts So Good: Short Stories Collection! This is not a traditional novel—each story is a standalone scene filled with tension, heat, and all the hockey romance you crave. Read in any order. More to come!

In a world where martial strength reigns supreme, Heu Ma walks a different path—one paved with wealth, manipulation, and blood. Once a naive scholar, he was betrayed and left to die, only to awaken with the enigmatic Merchant System, granting him the ability to trade, scheme, and rise beyond the limits of mere warriors. Now, hidden behind the guise of a humble merchant, Heu Ma orchestrates the downfall of sects, brokers power among ruthless martial clans, and plays even the strongest like pieces on a board. Beneath the glow of the Blood Moon, he builds his empire—not with a sword, but with contracts written in fate and deals sealed with blood. Yet, in his ascent, five figures stand at the crossroads of his destiny—the Five Jade Beauties, each embodying a different ideal: the perfect gentleman of wisdom and the four unmatched women, paragons of grace, ambition, and deadly allure. Some will challenge him, some will follow, and others… he will break. As the world watches, torn between fear and admiration, Heu Ma prepares for his final gambit. Will he remain the unseen puppeteer, or will he become the emperor of the martial world itself? When gold and blood weigh the same, only the true merchant will decide their worth.

The Academy of Heirloom—a prestigious school with traditions as old as its towering walls. Klein Merlio is just an ordinary teenager who prefers solitude and peace—or so he wishes. His brother, Keith Merlio, ever the curious one, has a knack for dragging Klein into mysteries lurking beneath the academy’s polished surface. From forgotten passages to cryptic clues left by those long gone, the two brothers navigate a world where intellect is the key to survival. With Klein’s sharp mind and unshakable logic, no puzzle should be too difficult to solve… but some truths are buried for a reason. Can they unravel the secrets woven into the academy’s foundations, or will they uncover something best left undisturbed?

In a world where power is dictated by intelligence, manipulation, and dominance, Ryo Kisaragi has mastered the art of invisibility. Not literal invisibility—but the ability to disappear within the crowd, to erase his presence, to become a ghost among the living. A prodigy beyond comprehension, Ryo has spent his entire life ensuring that no one ever discovers the truth about him. He reads people like open books, calculates their thoughts before they even realize them, and controls outcomes without ever being noticed. He doesn’t seek power, recognition, or status. He only seeks control. But one day, everything changes. Sera Yukishiro—the queen of the school, daughter of a billionaire, and a genius with a terrifying mind—notices him. She doesn’t just notice—she sees through him. And in that moment, Ryo realizes something dangerous: For the first time in his life, he is being hunted. A silent battle begins between two monsters in human skin. A war of minds, dominance, and deception. As Ryo navigates a world where power is dictated not by brute strength but by the ability to control, manipulate, and dismantle, he finds himself caught in a web of secret organizations, hidden agendas, and a game that is much bigger than he ever imagined. But there’s one rule he has always lived by: “If you can see the strings, you are already too late.” And in this world of deception, the one who controls the board is the one who wins.

«Don't ask anything. Don't approach me. You'll get hurt... » I warn him as I'm standing in the middle of the room as he's freezing at the door. Confused, scared, I could hear his deep breaths. I'm shaking and have to do something before he gets hurt. Being born for a tough fate and an inevitable destiny has been the reason of my loneliness, depression and anxiety. He's obsessed with me and he can easily hurt anyone who's approaching. I'm tortured by his presence and he's not any creature... He's from them.. He's Vaelzorrath.

Your eyes were immediately drawn to her the first time you saw her despite the fact she kept hurting your very soul here.

Kai Parker's unremarkable life as a data scrub comes to an end when he receives a shocking message from a childhood friend. Suddenly he is hunted by human-like androids and thrust into a desperate fight for survival. Reuniting with his estranged father, he learns that his mother's book, the last piece she left him before she died, is not just fiction, but a prophecy of the apocalypse. Before Kai can process this revelation, a desperate gambit sends his consciousness centuries forward in time to a future straight from the pages of his mother's book. Awakening aboard a starship bound for Venus, Kai finds himself in another man's body in a solar system on the brink of annihilation at war with an alien race. Armed only with knowledge of events yet to unfold, Kai must navigate a world of advanced technology, and rise to the top of the imperium knights to uncover why he was sent to this specific moment in time and how he can prevent the impending apocalypse.

Lyle Vance was once an author, the mastermind behind a classic hero’s journey—a tale of valor, prophecy, and the destined battle against the Demon King. But when he wakes up inside his own novel, not as the hero, nor the villain, but as a nameless extra, his carefully crafted world becomes his new reality. Armed with two powerful cheats—his knowledge of the future and a mysterious book that turns written words into reality—Lyle treads carefully. But there’s a catch: using the book drains an absurd amount of mana, making even the smallest change a costly gamble. Choosing to remain hidden, he dons the mask of a fool—an unremarkable background character who no one would suspect. While the hero embarks on his fated journey, Lyle sets his own plans in motion, gathering wealth, strength, and influence from the shadows. His goal is simple: ensure the Demon King’s defeat so he can retire in peace. But as he manipulates the world from behind the scenes, fate proves to be more unpredictable than even an author could foresee…