Taint

Tan Rou only learned that she wasn’t the Tan family’s daughter when she was seventeen years old. She went from being a rich young lady to living in the slums. The parents she adored belonged to someone else, and this series of knockdowns was hard for a seventeen-year-old girl to accept. She wailed like a child for the sake of proving this was all a lie. The vicious words she spouted had hurt her biological family but she didn’t notice. She thought the Tan family was her real family despite them seeing her as an eyesore, and was even naive enough to want to befriend the Tan family’s real daughter, Tan Jing. Alas, the latter drugged her drink and arrange for a thug to rape her. Tan Jing even brought their classmates along to catch them in the act so Tan Rou was now tainted for life. After being reborn, she looked down at the man she was stepping on. Tan Rou swore not to be a useless wretch in this life or be bullied to death. She would stomp on those who wronged her and make it up to her real family. They wouldn’t have had to die tragically on the streets in the past life had it not been for her. Tan Rou turned completely evil after crawling back out of Hell. Everyone claimed that the real young lady was educated and talented, while the fake young lady was arrogant and incompetent. Tan Rou scoffed upon hearing this. She held back her brother from trying to stand up for her. “We have all the time in the world. Let’s just wait and see.” Just as everyone was waiting for Tan Rou to make a fool of herself… A top-class perfumer, a top scholar, a world champion… The fake young lady’s multiple identities kept getting exposed one after another, bumping her up to number one on the trending search, shocking the world. Wait, where was the promised humiliation?

After eons of imprisonment by his siblings, Adaceus, one of the first beings born from the void, escapes with the aid of a mysterious blue light. But the cosmos has changed—the worlds he once made lay missing in the universe and his history, all but forgotten, lost to the passage of time. In the unfamiliar world of Ediah, Adaceus embarks on a quest to uncover the truth about his siblings, the events during his exile, his tainted image as a villain, and the secrets buried beneath centuries of silence. As his ancient powers slowly return, Adaceus, joined by a group of companions and the unlikely enigmatic blue light guiding his path, faces countless perils and challenges across its continents, in hopes to reach the truth- or perhaps in vengeance for the ones who had him chained.

It was shocking for everyone to find out that they could suddenly perform 'witchcrafts' or atleast that's what they had called them in the initial days. Until people realising it's a cursed gift to the humanity. Like a rose.Prophetic words of the chosen one spread among the people. That one day the one to have been the most different would either banish the cursed gift or preserve it with destruction. People would stay calm only for a while. After all there's only so much one can control when every single human is granted with powers. So the rebellions start. The ones which tried to assassinate the royals. And the ones who just finally wanted freedom. But there would also always be a saviour. But when the gift is cursed.... So is the knight in shining armour. For, the armour will be tainted in blood. Blood that couldn't be washed away even with the blade. Or flowers. Or the honour of the ruler. Time can only numb the itch caused from the thorns on the rose. Time named this cursed gift as 'domains' as people honed their powers into daily uses. Passing their knowledge to the next generations.... Until death meets time. But alas, death would meet time when peace is bestowed when war is stopped. But the war? Oh it would never stop. Alliances can be made to break and mend over and over but the war would never stop. Or At least not until the crows took a taste of everything it had to offer. After all, crows are the means for death to meet time. The hopes for chosen one would be barely hanging in the void..... until the different one finally makes the appearance. And so does hope. And so does war.

Alpha Kane is notorious in the werewolf world—a ruthless leader whose enemies tremble at his approach. Known as the "Ladykiller," he has left a trail of satisfied women, all yearning for a taste of his intense passion. With a reputation for electrifying encounters, he reigns supreme in the realm of desire, leaving a legacy of pleasure in his wake. At 28, Kane has resigned himself to a life of dominance and pleasure, convinced he will never find his mate. That is until fate introduces him to Elena, a captivating and naive young woman whose purity stands in stark contrast to his dark desires. When their paths cross, he is struck by the intensity of their connection but is equally horrified by the idea of tainting her innocence with his brutal needs. Kane grapples with a tumultuous dilemma: Should he protect her from the dark passions that define him, or will she ignite a fire within him that challenges his very identity? As he struggles to reconcile his predatory instincts with the tender bond forming between them, the stakes rise. Can he tame his ruthless nature to embrace the love he never expected? Or will his fears drive them apart, leaving them both unfulfilled? As desire collides with innocence, Elena must decide: will she surrender to the alpha’s intoxicating allure and explore the depths of her own passions, or will she find the strength to confront his demons and demand the love she deserves? In this gripping tale of power, submission, and redemption, witness a love story where dark desires collide with the purity of the heart, challenging the boundaries of pleasure and passion. Will Kane become the prince charming he never thought he could be, or will he forever remain a prisoner of his own dark legacy?

Jayden, once an ordinary individual from our world, finds himself reincarnated as the despised "Demon Prince" of the Valor Kingdom. Bearing the weight of his past life's memories, he navigates a treacherous existence where his own family seeks his demise, and whispers of a demonic lineage taint his every step. Armed with knowledge from another realm, Jayden must harness his unique insights to survive, uncover the mysteries of his origin, and challenge a destiny that brands him as the kingdom's ruin. In a land rife with swords, sorcery, and subterfuge, can the so-called Demon Prince defy fate and carve out his own path?

“what? She killed her own son?” Whispers like those filled the air, everywhere she walked. “Gosh, what a monster!” All sound suddenly stopped the moment she went into the church, getting on her knees, and closing both hands that shook out of fear, starvation and a bit of something else together. “father… please forgive me.” Her eyes closed, and she pressed her head onto the ground. The wonderful statue that stood Almighty above her shined always. “I beg for your forgiveness dear father.” She said again but this time in a Shaky voice, tears nearly now rolling out her eyes. The door opened and a tall handsome man walked in. That man was her husband, and he looked at her with disgust. “Dakota…” she turned while still being on her knees, her hand reaching for his legs, but then, he moved back. Avoiding her completely. “now you come here for forgiveness?” he nearly scoffed Her eyes widened. Her husband too? She chuckled, tears pricking the side of her eyes. Her beautiful blond hair had became messy, and her complexion turned pale, her finger nails looked like they needed serious manicure. “it… it wasn’t my fault… it wasn’t.” She sobbed, but instead of him comforting her, he only turned his back. She looked up and the door slammed hard, silence staying still with her. “Dakota?” in a weak pleading voice, she called, and after no response, clenched her fists. Why did she have to get punished for what wasn’t even her fault? She sobbed once again, this time, uncontrollably. Her eyes now swelling with tears, and her hands trying to brush them away. It kept on coming. “what have I done for everyone to point hatred to me? Huh?!…”veronica looked down at the knife they usually used for slicing the bread, it seemed they had forgotten it this time. she took the knife, hesitant at first, but after getting deeper into realization that no one was coming to stop her, pressed it against her neck. “everyone has turned their backs on me when I needed them… so,” a smile tainted her lips. “I atone for all, my sins.” Splash!

A group of tabletop RPG nerds are transported to a fantasy world of swords and sorcery. Their task: Clear the land of an evil corruption known as the Taint by killing Tainted monsters, absorbing their corruption, and using it to level up. But in this world, the monsters aren't merely trying to kill you, they're trying to rape you and fill you with their Tainted seed. And to make matters worse our noble heroes wake up, only to find themselves in alluring new female bodies… Our unfortunate heroines are forced to survive in a strange new world crawling with brutal rape monsters around every corner. Will they learn to adapt and thrive in their new home? Or will they be reduced to mindless broken cumdumps by the endless hordes of horny, sadistic creatures roaming these cursed lands? Sexual Content Warning: 18+ Contains explicit sex, sexual violence, smut in nearly every chapter. Has scenes of rape, sexual slavery, hard bdsm, sadomasochism. Scenes can get pretty dark and graphic. Contains heterosexual and lesbian pairings, but no male on male content. Non-sexual Content Warning: Contains lighthearted moments of comedy, bits of slice of life, character development, and worldbuilding. There is an actual story here, mixed in with all the smut. Trigger Warning: Rape. Violent Monster Rape. Seriously. Lots of it.

Rowan sees beauty in death. The Order he has sworn to obey only sees defilement. As the reviled Caretaker of the Order, Rowan has accepted his role as a dutiful outcast because he believes it is the only way to prove his worth to the man who holds his sisters’ souls as collateral. With his magic and his voice, Rowan can absorb death and transform it, but only in ways the Order deems acceptable to maintain the stability of the reality it claims to protect Order must subdue Disorder. Reality must triumph over illusion. He is tainted and always will be. Rowan has never questioned those lessons, but that changes the night he harvests a crimson soul that is more than human and chooses to keep it a secret. When Rowan’s song transforms that soul into a beautiful and mysterious man he names Wren, he is forced to accept that sometimes duty is a lie and illusion is the only thing you can trust. As the fabric of the Order begins to unwind and a new kind of Disorder takes hold, Rowan will need to choose again, stand with the Order that held him down, or forge a new path with Wren at his side. He may be the only one who can restore balance to the worlds, but only if he can find balance within himself first. ************************************* Updates 3-4 times per week. Note: This story focuses on relationships. I promise an epic romance, lots of swoon-worthy moments, and a healthy amount of fluff. When it does get steamy…you might get burned. Fair warning for explicit content. I don’t shy away from my spice. There are lots of side characters and couples to fall in love with, in addition to the main couple. If you love the idea of found family, you will be happy. This book is set in a non-heteronormative world, so you will see various gender identities/expressions and types of love. ************************************* Excerpt (if you want the full steamy version, you will have to read the book!): Still reeling from the new magic that coursed under his skin and unsure of how to react to the desire that threatened to take control of him, Rowan froze. Wren's hot breath against his mouth sent a jolt of pleasure through his body, and he choked back a groan. A different kind of panic flared in Rowan's chest, burning him as if he were the one on fire. This was what he wanted, what he'd thought about every night since Wren left. But wanting more was one thing. Acting on it was another. He'd spent so much of his life hiding, he didn't know how to do anything else. One corner of Wren's mouth twitched as Rowan pulled away. When he attempted to free himself from Wren's grasp, Wren just hauled him closer. Rowan liked that he didn't have to think about what to do next. His bare chest thudded against Wren's torso, and the heat from Wren's body merged with Rowan's skin, melting him from the inside out. "What did you just do to me?" Wren's deep voice vibrated against Rowan's chest. "The Disorder of your illusion was holding you captive. I…I absorbed it." "Oh? Where did you learn to do that? Have I been gone that long?" Wren's grip loosened slightly on Rowan's wrists as if he was satisfied now that Rowan was practically sitting on top him. Rowan stared at Wren's lips. He opened his mouth to protest, but immediately closed it again. "I know you aren't going to say that I shouldn't touch you." Wren's free hand splayed over the small of Rowan's back. "Not when you started it." Rowan's breath hitched. "No. I'm not going to say that anymore. Not to you." "I thought you were afraid to be touched." Wren's fingers traced a circle over the curve of Rowan's spine as if testing for a reaction. "I know that I'm not afraid of you." Rowan waited for the panic to set in, but all he felt was desire. "With you, I want…" "You want what?" "I want more." Triumph flared in Wren's gaze before he narrowed his eyes. "Really? Then why are you still trying to get away from me?"

In the grand city of Eldrath, where power is fought for in the shadows and alliances are as fleeting as the night, one man seeks to outplay them all. Aran Silas, a brilliant tactician and master manipulator, has no overwhelming strength or supernatural gifts. Instead, his genius lies in his ability to maneuver through the complex web of politics, crime, and treachery. Aran’s ambitions go far beyond wealth or fame—he wants control. Absolute control. As the illegitimate son of a noble family, Aran grew up on the fringes of high society, learning that intelligence and cunning were his only tools for survival. Now, as a man, he is determined to rise to power from behind the scenes, orchestrating the downfall of those who stand in his way. From crime lords to noble houses, no one is safe from his web of lies, half-truths, and carefully plotted schemes. But Eldrath is not just a city of ambition—it’s a battleground. Aran finds himself locked in a deadly game with two formidable women: Lady Nera, a powerful noble with her own dark empire, and Alara Sindel, a cunning seductress with ambitions that rival Aran’s own. With alliances shifting like sand and enemies lurking in every corner, Aran must stay several steps ahead, or risk losing everything. In a world where betrayal is as common as breathing and trust is a weakness, Aran plays the ultimate gambit—manipulating, deceiving, and outwitting everyone who crosses his path. But as his control grows, so do the dangers. His enemies are many, and even his allies may turn against him. And while he strives to shape the world in his image, there are forces at play far beyond his control. In Shadow’s Gambit, Aran Silas must balance ambition with survival as he navigates a treacherous world of mystery, intrigue, and deadly politics. His intelligence is his weapon, his mind his greatest asset, and in the dark, no one can see the strings he's pulling. But every gambit comes at a cost. Key Themes: Mind over muscle: Aran uses strategy and intelligence to defeat stronger foes. Anti-heroic journey: Aran’s morally ambiguous nature makes him both a mastermind and a manipulator, willing to sacrifice anyone for his goals. Political intrigue and power struggles: Noble houses, criminal syndicates, and rival factions all vie for control of Eldrath. Trust and betrayal: Friendships, alliances, and romances are all tainted by the looming threat of betrayal, making trust a rare and dangerous commodity. Aran Silas isn’t just playing the game—he’s rewriting the rules. But how long can he stay ahead before the shadows close in? # Disclaimer # This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner.

The Belfast kingdom was a small kingdom amidst other kingdoms, made up of rare-blood elves, who were ever scorned for their almost human like appearance and their limited mana reserves. Yet, they all lived a positive life, not blaming or cursing the humans, or the other demi humans. This is what Renard Belfast, the only child of the Belfast royal family, loved about the kingdom. No matter what, they all kept their smiles, shaping him into a compassionate soul, with dreams of a brighter future. However, the bright mood and innocent smiles were all suddenly tainted by blood, flames, and heaps of corpses when greed fueled armies sent by the neighbouring kingdom attacked, fueled by the greed of land and riches. Unable to fight back, the elves were obliterated, reducing their kingdom into ruins. Renard finds himself stuck under the protective arms of his mother, who had been stabbed from the back, and all he could hear is the screams of his kingdom, leaving him alone and vulnerable, shattering his heart. As hope faded from his eyes, a scavenger called Kael, drawn by the potential spoils of war, discovers him, and takes him under his wing to a distant kingdom, where he can find refuge and safety. He soon gets acclimatized to his new surroundings, as his new found family embraces him, soothing his young heart. But as soon as he buries his trauma, Kael's family is brutally murdered, all in front of him and Kael, igniting a dormant darkness within him. In that moment of darkness and despair, he becomes the chosen host of a Dark Sovereign, who offers him strength and abilities man could never attain, but at what cost? He struggles with the duality of his nature: The everlasting kindness taught by his kingdom, which now seemed too valuable to grant to humans, and the formidable darkness growing in him, granted by the Dark Sovereign. As he learns to harness his new found power, he sets out on two quests; to seek revenge on those who destroyed his family and to reclaim his fallen kingdom, a path full of thorns, blood, smiles, laughs, cries and happiness. His choices will have a heavy impact on his destiny and the world around him. Will he become an Angel; a beacon of hope.... Or will he become a Devil, a beacon of destruction and revenge? ****

Discord Link for those interested [https://discord.gg/TGc9yymDJP] One may think that in order to be a Hero you must have a pure soul, and untainted heart, but in reality such a thing is impossible; now one's soul is pure, nor is anyone's heart untainted, Gods aren't even exempt from this rule. No, a True Hero is someone who knows they have an impure soul and tainted heart, yet they embrace it, instead of attempting to deny their very nature; however, not all True Heros are the same, some have different beliefs and/or ideals. Yet at the end of the day, no matter how terrible or bleak the situation looks, you can always count on a True Hero to act as a beacon of light that'll show you the correct path, but for you to take, you must embark on it yourself.

"Death was just the beginning" Murdered in his past life, Kael is reborn into a world on the brink of chaos marked by the Bloodline of the Fallen, a once-revered lineage now tainted with Abyssal corruption. Power surges within him, but it comes at a price: his own soul is unraveling. Hunted by those who fear his potential and haunted by whispers of the First Fallen, Kael uncovers a terrifying truth—his bloodline is the key to either sealing away an ancient god… or unleashing its wrath upon the realms. As darkness spreads and war looms, Kael must decide: will he master the power within or be consumed by it? ______________________________________________________________________ "I've always dreamed of telling stories like this, and I’m thrilled to share this world with you. This being my first novel, I’m learning and growing as I write, and I truly appreciate your support." "As this is my first novel and at least read 40 chapters before you decide and I’d love to hear your thoughts—what you enjoy, what could be better ,so I can improve as a writer"

Vaylen was once a devout follower of a twisted faith, a vigilante shaped by lies and raised to believe that evil was good. Branded as a heretic and framed for blasphemy after uncovering the corruption of a government that abandoned the weak, he stands as both criminal and savior—a man hated by the very people he vowed to protect. When he is dragged before the emperor’s throne, shackled and broken, Vaylen expects death. Instead, he is given a fate far worse: to live. Burdened with the weight of his sins, he is cast into a hostile world with a single command—to restore what he once destroyed and prove his worth through action, not belief. As he navigates the ruins of his past and the harsh realities of his present, Vaylen must confront the truth of who he was and who he wishes to become. But redemption comes at a price, and the road is fraught with enemies, betrayal, and the haunting whispers of his old life. In a world where power flows from flux and judgment lingers like a storm, can a tainted hero rise again, or will the weight of his sins drag him into oblivion?

Is it Sin that makes one a sinner? Or is it Kin that makes one a sinner? Many say we are born innocent and untainted, and yet in Sin we are all related to one another. For we are one Kin, and with this Sin we share that we are born with. And even a certain doctrine holds that one's Kin, through the fact of birth, inherit a tainted nature with a proclivity to sinful conduct in need of regeneration… "I was brought forth in iniquity, and in Sin did my Mother conceive me." …or so the doctrine says, "We are all born sinners because of Kin that brings us together." …and so we think: we are born with Sin inherited from our Kin, But, should that hold us back from acting with virtue? No, we should not hold back, even when Sin entered the world through one Kin, and Death through Sin, and in this way, Death came to all beings, because all sinned, But even so, we all have freedom to be a being we want when we embrace Death, To be a fraudulent Human, To be a violent Angel, To be a benevolent Devil, And what one wants to be, neither "Sin" nor "Kin" should define what "Self" one is going to be, let "Journey" instead that defines one "Self"

Pueris, a relatively backstreet -S- Rank Villain joins the Villain Group Red 0 in a hope to accomplish something. Things end up for worse as they are cornered to battle with the New Era's Hero Association known as Beta. Blood is spread and cities levelled. Thinking it is all to end soon, Pueris looks up at the descending figure of Justice in spite. "If only I could go back." A hand pierces straight through his chest, coated in the tainted blood of Pueris. A feeling of emptiness. A blinding silver moon forms in each of Pueris' eyes. Each rotating wildly and eerily, soon a ,fluorescent silver light emerges from the ground up. It engulfs Pueris like a geiser. Voila. Pueris finds himself just about to join Red 0, a decision he made only a year back. He has returned to the past. He only has one goal now. To be the one who stands above even Justice.

A forced wedding. A dead husband. The title of a widow. An obsessive brother-in-law. An unavoidable war. Silvia’s simple life in the mountains is turned upside down when she is sold into a marriage alliance with the Duke’s family. Stripped of her freedom, tainted as a widow and thrust into chaos, Silvia must live a treacherous new reality. Can she find a chance at happiness, or will her shattered love life and the dangers surrounding her seal her fate?

Every villain has a backstory—a tragic loss, a moment of rejection, or a life tainted by hardship. They are shaped by the cruelty of the world, pushed to the edge by a string of misfortunes. But not me. I am not a product of circumstance or suffering. I am the villain by 'choice'. I have no excuse, no sob story to explain my path. I embrace it because it is my dream, my desire, my rebellion against the predictable, the expected. I do not need a reason to be dark—I choose this. And that, in itself, makes me dangerous.

After escaping, Kyle Jeong, an Omega seeking freedom, encounters Christian, a dominant Alpha known as the Hell Hound in the gangster world, who might share a hidden past with him. This meeting complicates matters, especially with Vance, Kyle’s dangerous ex, determined to reclaim him. Kyle must navigate these perilous ties and his determination to have a life free from his past.

Lucifer Morningstar. Yeah, I know—sounds like a joke, right? Who names their kid after the Devil himself? My father, of course. Abaddon Morningstar, a deluded Satanist obsessed with bringing about the end times. And because of him, I spent my entire life in the shadow of a name I couldn’t escape. Growing up in a house where rituals, blood, and darkness were commonplace, I became a pariah, bullied by everyone—family, friends, and even strangers. No one saw past the name. No one saw me. Instead, I was just "Lucifer," destined to inherit the dark legacy of some fallen god. But then came Celeste. My half-little sister. The one bright spot in my miserable existence. She was everything I wasn’t—kind, innocent, pure. I swore to protect her from the nightmare that was our father. In a world where I was tainted by my own blood, Celeste was my only redemption. But life never plays fair. One tragic night, everything changed. In a brutal twist of fate, my world shattered. My father’s madness escalated, leading to a catastrophe that stole everything I held dear. My sister, the only person I ever truly loved, was taken from me, leaving me with nothing but a bitter emptiness and the anger of an entire lifetime. He said, "A devil shouldn't care about 'inferiors'." ...but I did. I cared. And that’s what made my fall so much more unforgivable in his eyes. I swore vengeance on the man who tore my world apart. And I succeeded but at the cost of a runic ceremonial dagger plugged into my heart that drained the last bit of my life force. As the dagger crushed my heart, everything faded. Darkness. Silence. Then... nothing. At first, I thought it was the end. Maybe I’d finally been claimed by the darkness my father worshipped. But then I awoke, gasping for breath in a new world. ------------------------ Check out my works. Reincarnated As Karna With System Mahabharata I Become A Mob Character In A Novel

A soul-stirring story of a forbidden and abiding revelation of immortal world. Once upon a time, there was a girl named Anezka Orien who had been taken far away from home to the mortal world shortly after her birth. Her home held magic and power, wrapped in illusions. Twelve years later, she returned to Cosmos of Aislinn, A immortal world she had only heard about in the bedtime stories told by her foster caregiver. This unreal world is filled with mystery and magic, but even more enigmatic is the shadow queen of another kingdom, who has occupied Anezka's mind. The desire to unravel the secrets surrounding the queen has become Anezka's primary motivation, fueling her determination to confront the unknown. With each clue she uncovers, she draws closer to the elusive truth, hoping that understanding the queen's hidden secrets will finally grant her the freedom to escape this eternal, immortal realm's magic and return to the normal life she longs for. Excerpt: "People called her as cold-hearted, claiming she was hollow and unfeeling. They warned me to steer clear of her. She’s a fiery shadow, formless and voiceless; people can only sense her presence. Despite this, I felt an undeniable pull toward the Shadow Queen of the Kingdom of Corbin, a wistful ache as if our souls had met before. What matters most is that she is the only one with the power to free me from this unknown and elusive world's magic. Only she can help me, but she remains invisible, and I am determined to find her. I want to discover myself and unveil my purpose for existing in this immortal realm". —————— Once upon a time, there lived a mysterious Queen named Azara Catori, burdened by a curse as old as time. She was one of the three Ardere, fiery souls who instilled fear in the hearts of the townspeople from other elements. The Catori name was tainted with darkness and flames. Excerpt: "They called the uncouth an oddity–an appalling figure. She's a normal human, vulnerable like the exact people I try to avoid. They advised me to keep my distance from her. Yet, there was an unshakeable yearning for Anezka Orien that I found impossible to escape." ————————————————— Trigger Warnings : Mention of Death, Anxiety, Depression. Note : Some chapters may be triggering for others but there is always a warning before reading. ————————————————— Instagram : oykucara Pinterest : oykucara Discord : oykucara

But those memories were now tainted by the shadows that had consumed her family, the secrets that had torn them apart. Nora knew that if she wanted to break free of her creative block, she would have to confront the ghosts of her past, no matter how painful it might be.

The all powerful emperial family Lwellyn is known for their silver hair and emerald eyes. Every offspring containing Lwellyn blood should be born that way. But one day prince Chandra falls in love with a woman of unknown origin with brown hair and Ruby read eyes. the problem arises when twin girls are born, one with silver hair and another with brown hair. But tainted blooded brown haired can't be a Lwellyn offspring, so she is sent far away from the emperor's knowledge. But then in the turn of events it is found out that the princess with brown hair actually inherited the emerald eyes and the princess with silver hair inherited her mother's Ruby eyes. Now it is upto the sisters to survive and reunite some day.

The tale of a man who brings death and a girl who denies it. ---- On the haunted mountain in the kingdom, they say there lived a witch. She was born a princess. But even before her birth, the priest declared her to be cursed and demanded her death. They poisoned the mother to kill the baby before she gave birth, but the baby was born out of the dead mother—a cursed child. Again and again, they tried to kill the baby but she miraculously survived every single attempt. Giving up, they abandoned her on the haunted mountain to die but she still survived on that barren land— A witch ‘Why won’t she die?’ Years later, the people finally had enough of the witch and decided to burn the mountain. But the Devil arrived to her rescue and took her with him from that burning place, because dying was not her destiny even then. Draven Amaris. The Black Dragon, who ruled over supernatural beings, the Devil who no one wished to cross a path with. He hated humans but this certain human girl would pull him towards her whenever she was in danger. ‘Is she really a human?’ He took the human with him and named this mysteriously tenacious girl “Ember”, a piece of glowing coal in a dying fire. A soul tainted with vengeance and the darkness of hell, would rise from the ashes and fulfil her revenge. ------ This is the second book from the series of The Devils and Witches. 1st book - Witch's daughter and the Devil's son. 3rd book- The Devil's Betrothed. All books are connected to each other but you can read them as stand-alone.

LIN XIAOLU QUOTES## Why can't you love me for who i am—-If I say I love you more than anything and that i fell in love with you the first time we met or rather i have been in love with you ever since would you still consider my feelings—- #LU CHEN'S QUOTES; I can't love someone who has already been tainted at a young age… I'm sorry.. Find out what happens i. This exciting book of love, betrayal, heartbreak and evil plotting. Will Lin Xiaolu and Lu Chen ever find a happy ending in the future or the one sided love won't be reciprocated.

Junior Smith was regarded as the useless and poor son-in-law in the eyes of all, but then, everything changed, starting with his name. "So, I can call you mother?" Junior asked Emily "Of course. You're my son" Emily answered "And one more thing" she continued, "Your name is actually Mansion Miller Junior." His father, Mansion Miller, was CEO of D'Miller brand, the country's top company. Junior's love for Jasmine Banks was an interesting thing - it was crystal clear, yet tainted by the dark truth he couldn't ignore. Behind her captivating smile and sultry eyes, Junior saw a bitter force that threatened to consume him whole. His heart beat strongly with a quiet fury, one that has been held in for too long and in that moment he made a calculated resolve. With a sly smirk, Junior whispered to himself, "They'll never see it coming."

Miley's life fell apart on the night of her 19th Birthday. The celebration was tainted by the business of betrayal. At the party, Miley's drink was spiked, and when she felt ill, she staggered out of the room, only to stumble upon a conspiracy between her boyfriend and her sister. She had always known that her sister didn't love her. but what she hadn't expected was that her boyfriend, whom she had always trusted, was also in cahoots with her. Realization stung sharper than the cold air outside as she discovered their cruel intentions to humiliate her. Overwhelmed and betrayed, she found refuge in an unfamiliar room. But fate, it seemed, had a cocktail of sorrows lined up for her. In the room she sought refuge in was Logan Pierce. This man, a dominant and arrogant person, and her boyfriend's uncle were known to be a living nightmare for those who would cross his path. Under the influence of drugs, they slipped into a night, and he took her for the first time in ways she wished she could forget. Waking up to a world where accusations were hurled at her from all corners, her family turned their backs on her. Placating Logan seemed to have ranked higher than standing up for Miley, their own blood. Disowned and discarded, Miley found herself abandoned on the relentless, heartless streets. Years later, she had blossomed into the U.S. manager of Hales company. During a business meeting, she stumbled upon Logan once again. But the passing years had erased Miley's face from Logan's memory, arousing within him a curiosity and fascination for this elusive lady director. unable to recall the tragic past, Logan felt unwarranted anger towards Miley as he continuously evaded her- thus beginning their forbidden dance of desire yet again.

In the shadowed town of Willow Creek, Olivia carries the weight of a family name marred by the witch trials and the relentless prejudice that tore her world apart. Raised to suppress her magical lineage, she harbors a quiet resentment for the legacy that robbed her of everything she held dear. But when her latent powers awaken, the very essence she was taught to despise becomes the key to her survival. Her path collides with Gabriel, a mysterious figure tied to a secretive witch faction known as *The Synod.* When he intervenes to save an innocent from execution, Olivia’s perspective shifts, sparking a transformation that challenges her understanding of her world and herself. Gabriel, with his enigmatic strength and unwavering sense of duty, sees in Olivia a power worth nurturing and protecting. As Olivia embraces her true nature, her burgeoning abilities disrupt the fragile peace of Willow Creek. The townsfolk, led by their zealous leaders, move to silence her. Gabriel becomes her shield, risking everything to defend her against the tide of hatred. Their bond deepens into a love as fierce as it is forbidden. But defying a world entrenched in fear and ignorance comes at a cost—Gabriel pays with his life, leaving Olivia consumed by grief and anger. Desperate to defy fate, Olivia casts a spell to bring Gabriel back, but her magic, tainted by overwhelming emotion, spirals out of control. She awakens 500 years in the future, lost in a world unrecognizable, haunted by memories of a past life. Amidst her displacement, she encounters a wealthy, enigmatic man—one whose soul feels achingly familiar. Unbeknownst to Gabriel, now living as a billionaire adored by the modern world, his new life is haunted by an unshakable sense of loss. As their paths intertwine once more, Olivia and Gabriel must navigate the chasm between two lifetimes. While Olivia wrestles with the pull of vengeance and the hope of healing, Gabriel must uncover the truth of his forgotten past and the bond that ties them. In a world where magic and destiny transcend time, they must confront their shared history, risking everything to reclaim a love that defies death itself.

"In a City of Neon and Shadows, Trust is the Most Dangerous Game." In the neon-lit labyrinth of Neo-Seoul, a futuristic utopia tainted by technological crime and social disparity, elite secret agent Sa Jiho crosses paths with Yeo Nari, a brilliant hacker haunted by a dark past. When Nari steals classified data from Aurora Systems, she inadvertently draws the attention of the Black Lotus, a ruthless crime syndicate threatening the city's fragile order. Tasked with investigating Black Lotus' escalating cyberattacks, Jiho relentlessly pursues Nari, only to find himself forced into an uneasy alliance after a deadly ambush leaves them fighting for survival. Together, they uncover the syndicate's sinister plan to hijack NeuroLink, a neural implant network that would grant them control over the minds of Neo-Seoul’s citizens. In a world where trust is a rare commodity, Jiho is torn between duty and his growing feelings for Nari, while she struggles to confront the ghosts of her past. As betrayal and desire collide, their partnership is tested in a high-stakes battle against time. Will they sacrifice everything to stop Black Lotus, or will the lure of power and vengeance consume them both? "Neon Tango" is a gripping tale of action, intrigue, and romance set in a world where reality itself can be rewritten with a single keystroke.

Rylie’s kidnapping event reveals truths about herself and her family that she wasn't aware of. She discovers she is a goddess with immense powers and abilities, and her father is a ten thousand year old god with a plan that threatens her sisters, her mother, and everyone she loves. And reluctant Rylie is the only one that can stop him. Family ties are broken and new alliances formed Love is found and betrayal stings worst The past threatens to taint the future and Rylie must become the balance that keeps both times in their rightful place. But at what cost?

In a kingdom where power is everything, a prince is born who will reshape the fate of the world. The Kingdom of Soloris, known as the City of Starlight, thrives on strength and magic. Its revered King Alderyn Vaelcry is powerful yet tainted by the same darkness that once corrupted his predecessor. Queen Ravena, a legendary assassin turned royal, carries her own secrets. And when their son, Orion Vaelcry, is born, the balance of the kingdom shifts forever. From the moment of his birth, Orion's unmatched power sets him apart-not as a savior, but as a force both feared and misunderstood. As whispers of rebellion rise, a masked figure named Origon challenges the king's rule, exposing the corruption and a brewing war that threatens to destroy Soloris. Unknown to all, Origon is Orion himself, driven by a secret mission to save his father, his people, and himself from an ancient demon that seeks ultimate power. With allies like his mother's elite assassin clan and rival forces aiming to claim Soloris' throne, Orion must embrace his destiny and fight battles both within and beyond himself. But will his power be enough to save his kingdom-or will it destroy everything he loves? Discover a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption where the line between hero and villain blurs, and the fate of the world rests on the choices of one extraordinary prince.