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Small-town to big-city contemporary romance; CEO, trauma, healing. Resilient female lead and witty male lead 5/11/2024 ~ Helle Chevalier had lived her entire life in a small town. Her father passed away when she was young, so she grew up with her single mother. From the outside, it seemed a mundane but happy life. However, everything turned upside down when Orion Lennox entered her world. Revealing the town's secrets, he offered her a chance at a new life. Will she take his hand? Or will she remain in her familiar hell? "How about I offer you a contract?" Orion proposed confidently. "If you sign it, you'll become engaged to me. You'll live in a big city, and your mother can escape this town too. It's a win-win." "What do you take me for?!" Helle retorted, her eyes piercing into him. "... I said engaged. We won't have any sexual relationship." "….."

A once-in-a-generation beauty raised in secrecy, her family conspires to make her believe she's ugly. The secret's revealed when three peeping Tom’s get more than they bargained for spying on the 'ugly sister' bathing. Men don't believe in love at first sight until it sucker punches them! And boy do love quadrangles hurt... :'( The perverts are a talented poet, a future General and the Second Prince, and the race is now on to secure her heart. But how do you woo a beautiful woman who's been gaslit her whole life and thinks you pity her because of her face and body? Which man will Meili choose? The pretty boy who makes her laugh, the brooding royal who loves her despite himself or the stone-faced Commander with a tender heart? "For a full minute not one of them moved or breathed, they were both shocked and enthralled. She half-turned towards the hidden watchers and looked up at the moon. That face! A spell was cast on her unseen audience. Her long hair covered her generous chest, allowing tantalising glimpses. She reached behind her neck to push back her hair. Bai Li, realising what was about to happen, clamped each of his hands firmly over the eyes of the Prince and Tan Bowen. A fight broke out on the ridge line as both men clawed and scratched at him in a panicked attempt to see." … Fictional story loosely set during the Ming Dynasty.

"This princess's new bodyguard is the ultimate tsundere. What to do?!" Didn't he say I am annoying? Why is he looking at me with heart eyes? He said he will never be into me... What's with the fleeting touches then? Wait, what?! Did he just ask for a kiss with that professional face on? Alas, was my one-sided attraction wasn't that one sided after all? ... As the princess of Monteluna, all Amara wants is to live an idle life. She even negotiates her chance to study abroad, away from the royal family. But two years in, life throws a curveball when the King declares: "From now on, you will have a new personal bodyguard!" Rafael Varder. A brooding, mysterious man with piercing green eyes. From their first encounter, he saves her. By the second, they talk and he vanishes after making her heart flutter. The third time they meet, there’s a twist: Rafael isn’t just some handsome stranger she could crush on at will—he’s her new personal bodyguard aka her shackle. Feeling blindsided, Amara decides to take control by laying down the ground rules: no unnecessary meddling, no constant hovering, and definitely no controlling her life. But Rafael? He breaks every single one of her rules while shoving his unbearably gorgeous face in her sight 24X7. The lines get blurred as the princess and her bodyguard entangle in a game of love, hate & desires. But when Amara realizes that Rafael comes with secrets that will destroy any possibility of them, would she still give in to the temptation? Will Rafael be able to protect her—not just from danger, but from the demons of his own identity?

Mariam's childhood aspiration was thwarted by the haunting memories of her first love Jameson, the only child of the famous Jameson Welbeck's, of Lurkshire Capitol. The tragic death of Jameson in their secret love room had left her shocked as his ghost continually haunts her in her adulthood. Mariam had only two options: confess and be free or keep mute and be haunted for life.

Being completely alone in a dark and forsaken world, with no family to turn to, no guidance to rely on, no care to comfort, no support to uplift, and no love to cherish, is a utterly terrible and absolutely awful existence. Lisa, a beautiful young lady, lives with her foster parents and siblings, trying her best to lead a normal life and suppress her extraordinary powers, which she longs to keep hidden from the world, fearing their discovery would only bring chaos and destruction. When Lisa was a little girl, she lost her parents in a tragic car accident. A huge truck collided with their vehicle, sending it plummeting into the water. With blood streaming down her face, she held her breath and struggled to free herself from the seatbelt, desperate to save her mom and dad before the car sank further into the ocean. The more she struggled, the more she felt her strength fading, until she finally lost consciousness. As she slipped away, the car continued to sink, taking her parents with it, leaving Lisa alone in the darkness. **** Kevin, a young orphan boy, had no family or friends to speak of, and had never experienced any kind of affection or love. As a result, he had built walls around his heart, shutting off his emotions completely. He dedicated himself solely to his work, using it as a distraction from the emptiness and loneliness that had become his life. His sole focus was on survival, and he allowed nothing to penetrate the armor he had built around himself Hello everyone! I'm Lisa_Lucy, your favorite author! I'm thrilled to have you all here to embark on a journey with me, exploring new worlds, imaginations, and emotions that will leave you breathless. Let's dive into the adventure together! ____Let's dig further into the secret spy____

In a world where power and wealth dictate the rules of the game, a single twist of fate can catapult an outcast to the highest echelons of society. Our protagonist, struggling to make ends meet in a cold, unforgiving city, is thrust into unimaginable wealth and influence overnight. But with this newfound affluence comes a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and dark secrets. As they step into a world they never imagined, they must navigate the dangerous waters of elite circles, family feuds, and the price of hidden truths. Along the way, they will uncover powers they never knew they possessed, forge unexpected alliances, and face enemies both old and new, all while wrestling with a secret that could destroy everything. Their rise to power may be swift, but can they handle the fallout when the masks come off?

THE WEREWOLF SECRET Anna, a young journalist, stumbles on a secret that may take her quest for revenge to new heights. The elite Harding billionaire family has a bloodline of werewolves. A secret, they are protecting from the dawn of time and will kill anyone who uncovers the truth. Anna has a plan to gain evidence against the family, and by this she has to seduce the mighty Drake Harding until she gathers the proof she needs. She falls in love with the alpha until he rejects her upon finding out her real reason for her interest in him. He banishes her out of the town forever, or else he will kill her if he sees her again. But there’s a twist: Anna finds herself saddled with the alpha’s baby, and her life is in danger. Drake’s evil brother, wants to kill her because she was born a werewolf huntress, which is detrimental to werewolves, which she knows nothing about. Anna has to earn Drake’s trust in order for his protection. Drake Harding falls hard for Anna Black. He knows that she has uncovered their family secret. He knows full well that she has to die, but instead banishes her from his town, and intends to use her for her ‘services’ in the future. He thought that he got rid of her for now, until he learns that she has his child and is in danger of his brother killing her before Anna learns who she really is. Drake has trust issues .How can he protect Anna and trust her at the same time?

An unknown fog spreads all over the world. When the fog begins to appear scary monsters, unknown items, and chaotic songs, fear suddenly spreads to everyone like a virus. Now people realize...the world is divided by the fog...but At the same time, the fog can let you go to other worlds. Will you step into the fog to start your journey? I had no choice because the fog had already engulfed me. When I walked out of the fog, I found myself in a strange forest, full of bright flowers on the ground, many long black trees covering the rays of the sun, and ruins of a mythical white palace. This world has arcane elements, bizarre creatures, magical items, and even eldritch deities. I start my journey, maybe I can find the way back home, or live in this world.

Ye-jun, ein ziemlich normaler Mann, nimmt einen Job an der Firma RAVEN an. Dort trifft er auf seinen Chef, Sang-hyun. Er hatte ja gar keine Ahnung, dass er viele eigenartige Gemeinsamkeiten mit diesem Mann hatte... Doch immer mehr Hindernisse tauchen auf und häufen sich... Die Regierung spielt ihr eigens Spiel und schon bald befindet sich Ye-jun in tödlicher Gefahr... Wie konnte es nur soweit kommen? ---------------------------------------------------------- Das ist mein ersten Buch, dass ich öffentlich stelle. Nehmt es mir nicht übel wenn Fehler sind. :,) Lasst mich gerne wissen an welchen Stellen ich mich verbessern kann! ^^ Diese beiden Serien sind meine INSPO: Until we meet again/ Colour rush

A brilliant, ruthless killer stalked the city, leaving a trail of terror in their wake. Detective Edevene Felix, undeterred, pursued the elusive predator through a labyrinth of clues and dead ends.

the sequel to the first one.

After living as a famous Korean vlogger-slash-mukbanger, Neoma died a (shameful) death and regressed to her tragic first life--- the life where she has to live as a hidden princess with a tyrannical father and a yandere twin brother. She died at the hands of her psycho brother in her first life. But luckily, she charmed her "big brother" this time. Her father remains a sc*mbag, though. But a blessing in disguise happened when her twin brother got "sick." Because of that, she has to pretend as the "Crown Prince," forcing her father to treat her well. She thought she was finally on the road to becoming a lady of leisure. But, despite her laziness, she still ends up completing royal duties that put her closer to the throne than her sick twin brother. The next thing she knew, they already prophesied her to be the first empress of their very patriarchal empire. Now Neoma finds herself in the middle of the succession war she never wanted to be involved in! *** [EXCERPT 1] “Neoma de Moonasterio, the first princess of Moonasterion Empire. From now on, you’ll live as Prince Nero’s proxy.” [The hell is this psycho saying?] Neoma, despite her confusion, still smiled at her father--- the emperor. “Father, what do you mean by that?” “From now on, assassins sent by my enemies would target Nero,” the emperor explained. “Until he’s strong enough to protect himself, you’ll pose as your twin brother.” Her smile froze, but she still acted innocent. “But Father. If I take my brother’s position, then wouldn’t the assassins mistake me for him and…” She stopped talking when she realized that was exactly what the emperor wanted her to do. [This sc*mbag wants me to be bait?!] “You’re no longer a princess, Neoma de Moonasterio. From now on, you’ll live as Prince Nero de Moonasterio,” Emperor Nikolai said coldly while looking down at her with glowing red eyes. “Try to survive until your twin brother comes back to take his rightful place, understood?” Neoma was too shocked to react. [Are you f*cking kidding me, you sc*mbag?!] *** [ORIGINAL BOOK COVER. Artwork by sola_cola.] *** [EXCERPT 2] “I’m so sick of your tyrannical a*s,” Neoma yelled at her father aka the emperor. “I won’t forgive you for hurting Lewis and Tteokbokki!” “What will you do about it then?” Nikolai asked with a smirk. “Kill me?” “Yes! I’ll f*cking kill you, sc*mbag!” “Language,” he warned her, upset that his five-year-old daughter curses like a sailor. “Using vulgar words is unbecoming of the future Crown Prince.” “I’m a princess!” Upon yelling those words, the royal princess’s eye color changed from ash-gray to red. [This is getting serious.] “Stop it, Nero,” Nikolai told her sternly. “If you keep that up, the royal knights will come and–” “I’m not Nero!” Neoma screeched angrily. Then she jumped in the air with her left fist, ready to punch him. “In the name of the moon, I’ll punish you!” [What…?] And Princess Neoma, pretending as the Crown Prince for her sick twin brother, punched Emperor Nikolai, her father, in the face.

This story combines classic enemies-to-lovers and small-town Christmas romance tropes, with a heartwarming, feel-good tone. The snowy setting and holiday traditions add to the cozy atmosphere, making it a perfect read for the festive season.

She was just another struggling artist living paycheck-to-paycheck...until one scorching night with a mystery billionaire turned her world upside down. Veronica thought that passionate, unplanned experience with the devastatingly handsome CEO would be nothing more than an unforgettable memory. But when she learns she's unexpectedly pregnant weeks later, her life is shattered by a shattering revelation about her baby's powerful father. Damien Castlerock has been keeping a dark secret behind his billion-dollar veneer – he's stuck in a loveless marriage to a ruthless woman who will stop at nothing to uphold her end of a shocking arrangement. Fearing the worst, Veronica flees with her unexpected shame, disappearing from Damien's life only to reappear years later in the most disrupting way. When he learns of her double-life raising not one but two children he never knew existed, Damien's relentless thirst for truth and vengeance will shake the foundations of everything Veronica holds dear. But even as he wages war to bring his secret heirs into his world, Damien is blissfully unaware that his own wife's disturbing obsession has hit a terrifying new height. The wicked secrets she'll unleash to retain her grip on the elite life she was born for will push the new family into a harrowing fight for their very survival. Veronica and Damien's scorching chemistry challenged destiny once. But can it burn bright enough to survive the worst betrayals that echo from that one fateful night?

यह कहानी भावनाओ रोमांचक और सघर्षो से भरी है, कहते है ना की प्यार इंसान को बदल देता है उसकी हर कमियों को उसकी ताकत बना देता है ऐसे ही कुछ हुआ लकी के साथ.. लकी जो शारीरिक रूप से थोड़ा कमजोर है फिर भी दिमाग उसका उतना ही तेज। जिस लकी को देखकर लोग यह अंदाजा लगा लेते थे की ये क्या कर पाएगा.. कौन जानता की रिदा के चाह मे लकी एक दिन IGT ग्रुप का सबसे बड़ा Genius बन जाएगा, वैसे तो लकी की सोच जितनी छोटे है ख्वाहिश तो उतने ही बड़े, लकी के किस अपने पे होता है वार जिसको बचाने के खातिर लकी ले लेता एक रहस्यमाई शक्तियों का अवतार? और भी क्या इस कहानी के राज़? जानने के लिए पढ़ते रहिए "Lucky A Secret Genius"

In the fog-shrouded coastal town of Greywater, 17-year-old Lily Carter lives a life of stark contrast. By day, she is a quiet artist, her striking dark hair and pale blue eyes attracting curious glances, yet her extraordinary talent remains hidden from view. However, as the sun sets and darkness envelops the town, Lily undergoes a terrifying transformation into a creature of shadows, battling an insatiable hunger that threatens to consume her soul. As nightfall brings excruciating pain and a craving for warmth and blood, Lily finds herself isolated, torn between a yearning for connection and a fear of the monster she becomes. Everything changes when a mysterious stranger arrives in Greywater, drawn to the secrets that bind them both. Faced with the choice to embrace the darkness within her or risk losing her humanity forever, Lily must navigate a web of mystery and danger. In a town where every shadow holds a secret, will she find the strength to confront her true nature before it devours her completely?

When Ethan, a jaded tech entrepreneur, reluctantly agrees to a blind date set up by his best friend, he expects nothing more than a forgettable evening. The woman waiting for him, Lila, is enchanting from the start—mysterious, alluring, and seemingly perfect in every way. As they walk through the city’s dimly lit streets and share stories under the glow of the moon, Ethan begins to believe that Lila might be the one to break through his guarded heart. But what was supposed to be the start of a beautiful romance becomes a suspenseful game of trust and survival as Ethan wrestles with the knowledge that some secrets are better left undiscovered.

A PACK WIPED OUT.... AN HEIR ON THE RUN! Honey Lake thought her life was perfect. She had parents and a pack who loved her, and a bright future ahead. But in the space of one night her whole world came crashing down and everything she held dear was taken from her. With her pack wiped out and her parents dead, Honey is now on the run trying to find somewhere safe that she can call home. A MATE WHO IS A BULLY.... A SANCTUARY DESTROYED! Hiding out in another pack, Honey endures abuse and bullying on a daily basis. Waiting for the moment when she can leave and avenge her pack, Honey focuses on becoming the best version of herself, the Alpha her parents intended for her to be. But despite all her hard work, she is landed with a mate who is her biggest bully within the pack. When the truth about the fate of her parents and her fallen pack is revealed, and those who are responsible for their deaths are named, Honey soon learns that sometimes our enemies are closer than we think. WHO CAN SHE TRUST? WHO CAN SHE TURN TOO?

When you know your world is changing and everyone around you are different, what will you do? Flanella with her mother and father who are doctors move to a new house and a new area they have never been to before. Being a loner and introverted child, Flanella doesn't have many friends. On Flanella's first day of school, that's when her life changed. She met two young men who made her life vibrant again. However, it was these two young men who ultimately threatened Flanella's life. Flanella doesn't realize that she has entered a world where no one knows they really exist. Did Flanella manage to get out of that world or did she choose to stay with them, letting go of her beloved family. Join the journey of The Taron Secret .... ====================================== Disclaimer: Be wise to read and comment, this manuscript is the original property of Ratna Fa, any plagiarism and intentionally trying to copy or copy it will be subject to criminal sanctions according to government regulations in force in Indonesia. Thank you. My Instagram @_ratnafa READ MY OTHER BOOK : DOKTER TAMPAN JATUH CINTA (END) KETIKA DIA SELINGKUH (END) HOPE - OH MY ANGELS (ON GOING) THE LOVE MAZE (ON GOING) : : :

He has been searching for the lady he met years ago in 'somewhere only we know', their favourite spot. But he had to leave the kingdom alongside his siblings to further their education. Three years later they come back to the kingdom on Christmas holiday, but instead of enjoying the festive season he's trying to incure with his ex-girlfriend and overbearing sister who is in love with the throne and wouldn't stop until she snatches it from under his nose, and now she's making plans for his ex-girlfriend to marry him. But what happens when he falls in love with another person whom was below his standard?, will the royal family accept her?, will the princess try to kill her?, or will his mistry girl finally find him and make him think twice about the girl he now loves?

>>Before you read further, this is a dark reverse harem R-18 novel.>Imagine dying. Not naturally or anything but because a male like you, and you just wanted to experience life. The first is so traumatic to you that it is vague, while the second.... ahh...that one you didn't have a body left. In the third life, you somehow became a mother, have four husbands from the beginning, and later realised the world you are in you are labeled as a beast, and the other species; humans, elves, and fairies can summon you or your young at any time. what would you do? ~ ~ >>Join Du-Gooder Xiala on her journey to experience life, raise her young, and bond with her mates. -- Side note: there should be 7-8 males at the end. >>Dark fantasy >>Blood gore and descriptive violence. >>Sexual content. PLEASE READ WITH CAUTION!!!

This book contains bone-chilling short stories that will either intrigue the reader or will send chills down their spine. Writing about curiosity, murder, dolls, revenge, secrets, and sin all lead to a gory collection of tales not to be read in the dark. Some stories are imagery-based, which leaves an eerie feeling toward inanimate objects, while some will express personal experiences. Each story holds a hidden meaning which ignites a metaphorical lesson toward life. Tags: #Goth and #Horror Written: 2018

In The Clockmaker's Secret, Elias, an eighteen-year-old clockmaker's apprentice, is entrusted with a mysterious clock rumored to hold ancient secrets about time. Working alongside his mentor, Master Orin, and a skilled mechanic named Lyra Windrow, Elias delves into the clock’s intricate mechanisms and uncovers hidden clues. As he learns about time’s deeper mysteries, he is thrust into a web of intrigue involving rival factions, each vying for control of a powerful time manipulation device. With every tick and tock, Elias's journey becomes a race against time itself, unraveling the secrets of the past while shaping the future of Gearhaven.

Billionaire Levi Everett is a well known businessman who kissed Portia Zira on a masquerade party. That one sinful passionate kiss turns into a blooming affair, An affair behind close doors where no one should know but the two of them. How will Levi Everett sacrifice everything for the woman he adores and how will Portia Zira do everything to meet the standards of Levi's world.

"We all have a dark side, the difference is whether we choose to face it or hide from it." - Unknown The story follows a young girl, Selene, who's running through the woods as if something or someone is chasing her. She feels trapped, and her only solution seems to be taking her own life by jumping into the river. However, just as she is about to succumb to the water's depths, she is unexpectedly rescued by someone with great powers. Her eyes blurry, but she could still see the tall man standing over her. She felt his angry but calm aura as he spoke, "You're not supposed to die. You're the one, as the prophecy goes. The one." Accompanying her on this perilous journey is a mysterious and powerful guardian who has been tasked with keeping her safe as she learns about herself, about life, and that the fate of this world rests on her shoulder. Selene and her guardian grow closer with time. However, he knows that their love is forbidden, as the guardian's duty is to protect her, not fall in love with her.

My mother opened a private plastic surgery clinic, specializing in intimate plastic surgeries for men. Her skills were highly regarded, and the surgery results were spoken of highly. Countless wealthy women, along with their special friends, came to her clinic, all attracted by her fame. But I knew she was illiterate and couldn’t even use a scalpel. The secret behind her success was the mysterious meaty eggs she used for the surgeries. They were strange-smelling and of unknown origin.

In a world dominated by powerful Alphas, I hold the title of Luna, yet I am bound to an unfeeling Alpha who has countless women at his feet. The world pities me, believing my intelligence and bravery are wasted on a man who neither loves nor respects me. But they are mistaken. My heart does not belong to him; he is merely a placeholder. One fateful night, I catch him cheating with another woman, a betrayal that solidifies my resolve. As I confront this harsh reality, I must decide whether to continue living a lie or pursue the love I've always yearned for. Will he let me go, or tighten his grip, determined to uncover the true object of my affections? Can I escape the shadows of my past, or will they drag me back into a life I never wanted? But what if the love I thought was lost forever suddenly returns? How will I choose between the duty that binds me and the passion that still burns? And when the Alpha I truly love reappears, will it lead to the life I’ve always dreamed of—or to a war that could destroy us all?