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Evander’s cold lips crashed onto Claire’s. “You’re mine, and I’ll never let you go!” he vowed, his voice dark with possessiveness. “But I don’t want you anymore! You can have Susan—I’ll find peace on my own!” Claire shot back, her words sharp and final. ===== Claire Reed thought she had married the man of her dreams, Evander Kensington, but she had no idea that their marriage was built on a lie; a family vow that trapped him by her side. His heart, however, belonged to another woman, far away. No matter how hard Claire tried to win Evander’s love, he only grew colder, and his family treated her like she didn’t exist. When she lost their unborn child, Claire’s world shattered. She couldn’t bear it anymore and walked away, leaving behind a letter and divorce papers, claiming she now had someone else she loved!

Nacht Rivenia was born with a rare mutation that made him something more—and less—than human. Labeled a ghoul by some and a vampire by others, his life was spared at birth through a twist of fate, allowing him to escape certain death. Now, driven by a powerful wish, Nacht embarks on a secret mission to the Sovereignty. Along the way, he encounters friends who aid him, facing challenges of pain, sorrow, sadness, and even love. As he navigates these trials, his once cold, undead heart is tested. Will it begin to beat again, or will it grow even colder and crumble? The bonds he forms will either become unbreakable or be torn apart by bloodshed. Nacht's journey will determine whether he can achieve his goal and change his fate forever.

Sienna Winchester had it all – beauty, brains and billions as the heiress to New York’s most powerful business empires - Sky Group and Sky Corporation. But on the night, she’s meant to be finally introduced to the world and inaugurated as the new CEO, her world shatters. She’s exposed as an impostor by her uncle. Sienna watches helplessly as another woman claims her birthright and, in an instant, she loses everything – her name, her fortune and her identity. Now a wanted woman, Sienna is forced to flee with only the help of her father’s loyal driver and right-hand man when he was alive and a jade pendant that holds more secrets than she could ever imagine. Her only hope for redemption lies with the last person she ever expected to need: Sebastian Lucian Grey, the ex-fiance whose heart she broke three years ago. As Sienna races to uncover the truth about her past and clear her name, she’ll confront shocking family secrets, ruthless corporate scandals and a love she thought she’d lost forever. What is worse… could she trust Sebastian who was colder, more ruthless and looked at her with eyes filled with hatred. But why was he helping her? Can she reclaim her identity and her rightful place? Or will the lies that built her life be the same ones to destroy her? What of Sebastian? Will he forgive her and let go after three years? Or is he part of the people who wanted her gone badly? In the end, he must choose between love and family. Finally, can she convince Sebastian to look past their painful history? Or will the secrets of her past doom them both? *** “Sebastian, please. I need your help,”. His dark eyes, once warm with love, ran through the length of her body with amusement and a smirk on his lips. “The great Sienna Winchester begging me? How the mighty have fallen,”. “I have nothing left. You’re my only hope,”. A cruel smile played on his lips. “Funny. That’s exactly how you left me three years ago,”. Sienna swallowed hard. “I know I hurt you -,”. “You destroyed me,” Sebastian interrupted his voice like ice. “Now you want me to save you?” He leans in close, his breath hot against her ear “Give me one good reason why I shouldn’t call the police and hand you over to them,”. ...

Flowers Don't Bloom for Just Anyone "These roses look about as lively as a week-old corpse," a voice drawled, as smooth and chilling as a winter wind. Lily flinched, her watering can nearly tumbling from her grasp. Timidly, she peeked up to see a man with eyes like polished obsidian and a smirk that could curdle milk. He was breathtakingly handsome, in a way that sent shivers down her spine, a delicious mix of danger and allure. "They're perfectly healthy, sir," she stammered, her voice barely a whisper. Lily, a wisp of a girl with eyes like forget-me-nots, was used to harsh words from her overbearing mother, but this stranger's icy indifference felt different somehow. "Healthy, my dear? These beauties look more like they've been dunked in a vampire's bath," he countered, his eyes narrowing on her. Lily's breath hitched. Could this arrogant stranger be...? The corner of his mouth quirked into a cruel smile. "Don't worry, little petal. I won't bite... much." Intrigued and terrified in equal measure, Lily found herself drawn into a whirlwind unlike any she'd ever known. Niklaus Volkov, the brooding vampire prince with a heart colder than his castle walls, needed a flower tender. And Lily, with a touch as gentle as the morning dew, might be the only one who could breathe life back into his mother's beloved garden... and perhaps, melt the frost around the prince's heart. Prepare for a captivating tale of a blossoming love, where a shy flower girl finds herself entangled with a captivatingly aloof vampire. Will their love story bloom, or will the thorns of their past keep them forever apart? __________ Hey lovelies! Guess what? This little flower of a story is getting a refresh! As some of you might know, this was my very first attempt at weaving a webnovel romance, and let's just say...it wasn't exactly blooming with perfection. The plot meandered a bit, and the characters deserved better development. But fear not! I've been struck by inspiration, and a beautiful plot twist is ready to take root! To ensure a smooth transition, I'll be revamping the story one chapter at a time. Get ready for a more captivating adventure with Lily and Niklaus – with a sprinkle of surprises along the way! Happy reading!

[Mature Content] Amongst the battlefield of death and destruction, a lone warrior, her body ravaged by bone charring burns. Spirits of the recently dead drifted aimlessly, and hungry Burburus devoured both souls and body, sparing only the living and strong-willed. Yet, she found herself fixated on the Demon Lord, Ose, and the fact she is convinced he is in love with her. ... A vile smell rose from the brimstone red of blood and entrails that spilled from allies, foes, and those that were supposed to be protected. Hundreds of bodies blanketed the landscape of debris that was once a great city, wails and cries of the dying were heard over the strong winds, their hands wet as they tried to hold their own life in their wounds. If only she had more training to assist with their injuries, in the knighthood she was groomed for solely combat. The spirits of the recently dead roamed aimlessly, not yet aware they were dead and that they would meet true nonexistence if they were not to seek shelter from the real horror to come. A sense in Yin energy was coming from the vast distance, but she was distracted by the smell and sight of a battle that was truly ungodly; fitting for battles between there armies led by Demons. Above, she could see the sunlight having its own battle with thick clouds that were a profane-black with only a little light caressing her skin, deep as rich earth. The lack of sunlight only made her colder, and fortunately for her more impassive to her surroundings, or that could also be because of the fact that a large part of her body weren't charred until her bones were blackened. Her skin was covered in the soot of the nerves and flesh of her right arm, shoulder, and parts of her torso that were completely disintegrated. "Dammit, Ose," she thought bitterly, her frustration boiling within with each sharp breathe in her chest. "If it wasn't for your ridiculous obsession with me, I wouldn't be here--suffering in hell and then some." Ever since he first laid his eyes on her, she was convinced the Demon Lord had secretly fallen in love with her. The threaded sigil of his eyes that seemed to hold the magic of the aurora lights remained visible on the back of her uniform, though her body was barely there. In the name of her tormentor, the 'Great' Demon Lord Ose, she walked towards the edge of the battlefield.

House Viper and House Wolfram stood poles apart in terms of nature and magic. Their union shook the world, Lilith Viper and Helios Wolfram their scandalous marriage was all over gossip magazines. Lilith is a woman known for her venomous nature and even colder heart. Helios the man with a warm gaze a living embodiment of fire itself and just as passionate love when he loves. How in the world did the two even end up married?

Dana got her dream internship opportunity. She works diligently, and in order to get the perfect attendance award, even if she risks being scolded by her boss, she will clock in in the boss's dedicated elevator and never be late for a minute. Then, he was called to the private office by his boss. Dana regretted it to death. Just deducting the perfect attendance bonus is better than losing your job, right? No, retribution is coming. Bilal couldn't bear her wandering mind and banged his knuckles on the table. ” "Dana." Two simple words came out of his mouth, but they were colder than the temperature in the room. It's hard not to suspect that the next thing a man will say is to ask you to pack up and leave. Dana closed her eyes in resignation, racking her brains to think of hundreds of ways to admit her mistake and flatter her. "I give you a job." She suddenly raised her head to confirm that she heard correctly, her eyes instantly lit up, and she bowed to express her loyalty: "Don't worry, boss, even if it means going up mountains of swords and seas of fire, I will definitely complete the tasks you assigned me!" Silence for half a minute. She straightened up and saw the man on the office chair frowning and relaxing, his voice still without warmth. "Pretend to be my girlfriend." Dana: "?"

"An eye for an eye." The day she burried her parents, this became Amber's motto. Their family just wanted to live their lives the way they wanted. But the royals didn't want them to do so. To fulfill a 3 year promise, their family travelled. But was then ambushed causing her parents lives. She survived and caused their car to explode as if it crashed, leaving within it three bodies, their clones. She then dragged her parents in order to burry them properly despite the location. After finding out who they would be helping, she declared, "I'll help you if you marry me. 5 year engagement, 5 year marriage. You have no choice you can only accept it." ***** "If they didn't want such a law abiding one, then we shall burry this company in the underground. They will regret ever taking action towards us." Ashton declared and his already cold demeanor turned even colder and blood thirsty. ***** After giving him a strong head butt, Amber pointed at him angrily, "Get your head straight and remember this, the reason why I am also here is to support you. The moment that contract was signed I have vowed to protect you as well." Do read my other stories: SHE'S THAT KNIGHT KNOWN AS ZERO (COMPLETED) COMING FOR THE LAST FOURTEENTH (COMPLETED) RESTARTING CHAPTER BOOK FINALE (COMPLETED) VERACITY OF THE PAST (COMPLETED) REBIRTH: STUBBORNLY FULFILLING A PROMISE (COMPLETED) LEFT BEHIND BY TIME (COMPLETED) LLAELLEN'S UPDATES (NEVER ENDING) Please support me on this page as well: https://patreon.com/user?u=52128033&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

The cold wind howled through the thick, towering trees of the Blackwood forest, carrying whispers of ancient curses. Isabella wrapped her cloak tighter around her shoulders as her carriage came to a halt before the iron gates of the cursed estate. The estate had a name -Drakmoor- but it was more than a name. It was a place of legend, of shadows, of whispers in the dark. "Miss Isabella," the coachman's voice trembled as he opened the door. "We've arrived." Isabella took a deep breath, stepping out into the night. The gates creaked open as if by magic, revealing the looming, gothic mansion ahead. Its tall spires pierced the sky, and the air around it seemed colder, darker, like the night itself was afraid of what lay inside.

[MATURE CONTENT AHEAD!! THIS STORY IS MAFIA MEANING IT HAS A LOT OF VIOLENCE AND STRONG MATURE LANGUAGE] [NO RAPE] [NO CHEATING] [Note that the Male Lead in this story is not a prince charming who will change for his woman. He's a man with very questionable morals] I was bred in the mafia, born in the mafia, raised in the mafia, would marry into the mafia, and I would die in the mafia. In my house, my father’s word was law. Failure to adhere to the law came with dire consequences. Sometimes physical, mental, or emotional. He treated us like commodities and assets he would sell to the highest bidder and make some quick buck. It didn’t matter that we were human or that we had opinions. Antonio Agosti was a monster for a father. He killed any man who tried to get with my sister and me and made us promise to preserve our virginity until marriage. And he saw it fit to sell mine to the most dangerous gang in all of Italy, the Cosa Nostra (Sicillian Mafia). He sold me to the most feared man in all of Italy, Nikolas ‘The Beast’ Mancini. He was rumored to have crushed a man’s skull with his hands, but I didn’t know if it was true. Either way, he was ruthless, fearless, intimidating, and dangerous. He had eyes as cold as ice and a gaze as calculating as ever. He was also strikingly handsome and hot. Every woman wanted him and feared him at the same time. But he chose me. The way he looked at me scared me. Especially when he told me, “You’re mine now, Viola. Till death do us part.” And he was right. The only way out of a Mafia marriage was death. Whether it was arranged as in my case or not. If I tried to leave Nikolai, the whole Cosa Nostra would hunt and kill me. And so the question remains, was death better than being married to the devil incarnate? ***EXCERPT 1*** “Any man who looks at you suggestively, I take his eyes. If he so much as touches you, I take his hands. If he sniffs you, I take his nose. If he kisses you or talks to you, I take his tongue.” Every word sent a chill down my spine, colder than the last. What kind of a monster did I get married to? “You’re sick!” He walked closer, covered in Leon’s blood. His stride was powerful and scary. On a normal occasion, I would have stood my ground. However, he had shown me a side of him I’d never seen before. “You know what the problem is, Principessa? I showed you that I was a gentleman and I was good. I’m not. You’ve taken my kindness for weakness.” “But—” He cut me off by grabbing my neck and pulling me closer. My heart raced wildly against my chest and I couldn’t tell if I was turned on or scared. “You’re my whore, Viola and I don’t share. Don’t you ever forget it.” Using his leg to spread my legs, he hiked up my skirt using his hand. Goosebumps coated my skin and a trail of fire was left in the wake of his touch. For a moment, I couldn’t breathe. “You only spread these legs for me. Got it?” “No. I’m not a whore.” “You’re right. You are MY whore. Now go upstairs and wait for me on the bed before I cut off your lover’s other hand." ***End of Excerpt*** (Second Excerpt inside)

Ava Sanders, a 22-year-old woman, marries into the wealthy Sinclair family. Her father, Mr. Sanders, is a loyal driver for the Sinclairs. Ava has secretly had a crush on Alexander, the only son and heir of the Sinclair empire, since she was 15, but she never expects to marry him, not even in her wildest dreams. However, her soon-to-be happiness turns to misery, as their marriage isn’t what she dreams of. Alexander marries her out of spite to hurt his overbearingly selfish and self-centred mother, Evelyn Sinclair, who despises Ava because of her low status as a driver’s child. Ava knows that Alexander does not marry her for love; she doesn’t know the reason why, but she has read books where the male lead falls in love with the female lead after marriage, and she hopes her marriage will be the same. However, after the wedding, Alexander becomes colder and more distant, never explaining why he is always away. Ava’s hope of Alexander liking her back slips further and further out of reach as she is left alone to face the cruelty of the Sinclair household, particularly from her so-called mother-in-law and the maids, led by Madame, the head maid. One day, when Alexander is away as usual, Evelyn orders the maids to lock Ava in a storage room without food or water to remind her of her position in the family. Starved and weakened, Ava knows she won’t last much longer under this torment. In her final moments, Ava prays for a second chance at life before she dies, vowing to change her fate and seek revenge on those who wronged her.

Eighteen years old Arabella "Ara" Ravalli was devastated when she did not catch the last ferry in going to the Island, she is on her way home because of an emergency. Tyler "Ty" Edgebright is on his way to the Perfect Blue Island Resort And Spa. He was on the harbor when he saw a beautiful young woman crying, and he cannot stop himself from admiring her angelic face since her beauty fascinated him. It shocked Ara when the famous"Island's Heartbreaker" Tyler, the hot and handsome son of the Business Tycoon who owned the five-star resort on the Island, offered her a free ride on his yacht in going home to the Island. Ara's boyfriend betrayed her with the person she trusted the most. His deception made her so lost and broken-hearted. ======= Excerpt: "I am not allowed to fall in love with you, right?" Arabella asked Tyler. "Yes." He replied. "What will happen if I will fall for you?" She asked. "Then, it is time we need to break up." He replied. Ara realized Ty's condition is a bit weird, but she grabbed it for she knew he is the only one who can help her mend her broken heart. But as they get to know each other, Ara realized she became more in love with Ty than her ex. Then one day Tyler breaks Arabella's heart when she finds out Tyler's greatest lie. It drove her to leave the Island with a promise that she would never set foot on the place where her heart had been shattered. But one incident caused Ara to return home to the Island, and she is compelled to face her ex-boyfriend, who is now the hot CEO of the Perfect Blue Island Resort. Tyler meets Ara again, she became more beautiful and gorgeous, but she came to be so cold towards him. Ty realized he wanted to win back Arabella's heart. But how can Ty change Ara's heart that turned harder than a stone, and colder than ice? Can Ara give herself a chance to trust and fall in love again with the same person who crushed her heart? ---------------------------------------------------- Thank you to all readers! Please support my other books entitled: Princess Malia's Secret Falling In Love With Miracle My Friend's Arrogant Brother Loving Madeline The Powerful Dragon Witch The CEO's Perfect Mistake You Can't Buy My Love

It was dark, my eyes were blindfolded and both my hands and feet were tied. I can't see anything. The air was also getting heavier to breathe and it was suffocating. The surroundings became colder. It felt like I was put inside a big refrigerator. And I was losing my sanity and there was nothing I could do and I could feel it I'm dying here. And everything went black." Every night, the ugly memory kept me hunting. And I swear that the bastard will get its punishment before me. I am going to make sure he will feel the same thing. He will suffer and will disappear in this world without a trace.

When the world ends, it doesn't end with a bang or a whimper—it ends with betrayal. In a desolate future where humanity struggles against monstrous creatures and corrupted factions, survival isn't just about living another day; it's about avenging the past. Ethan Blackwood, a brilliant military strategist, once fought to save humanity. But when the apocalypse came, it wasn’t just the Nightwalkers—mutated horrors that haunt the night—that tore the world apart. It was the betrayal from within. Framed and left for dead by those he trusted most, Ethan emerged from the darkness not just alive, but reborn with a power that defies explanation. Hardened by treachery, his heart grows colder, his resolve sharper. Ethan's new mission isn't just survival—it's retribution. In this new world, trust is a rarity and betrayal is the norm. Ethan finds an unlikely ally in Lily Everett, a resourceful survivor with secrets of her own. Together, they navigate the ruins of civilization, battling not only the Nightwalkers but also the ruthless Ascendants—a faction of enhanced humans who seek to dominate the remnants of humanity with an iron fist. As Ethan’s power grows, so does his cynicism. Every encounter, every betrayal fuels his vindictive quest. Yet, within him lies a flicker of the man he once was—a strategist who fought for the greater good. This flicker is both his greatest strength and his deepest torment, as he grapples with the fine line between justice and vengeance. Their journey takes them to the heart of darkness—confronting Dr. Marcus Kane, a scientist whose experiments unleashed the apocalypse. Kane holds the key to both Ethan’s newfound powers and the catastrophic events that shattered the world. Ethan’s pursuit of Kane unravels a labyrinth of lies, forcing him to confront his own demons and the true nature of his abilities. In a world where every shadow hides a threat and every ally could be a traitor, Ethan must decide what kind of man he will become. Will he be the savior the world needs or the executioner it deserves? As he stands on the precipice of redemption or ruin, the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. "World's End Vigilante" is a gripping tale of power, betrayal, and vengeance in a post-apocalyptic world where nothing is as it seems, and survival is just the beginning. ----- Check Out My Other Book: "Ascension Of Malachor"

On a night so beautiful and calm, to the extent it was almost suspicious. A lady walked through a garden, it was called the garden of death due to the amount of bodies beneath it but all she could see was beauty and excellence. She was adorned in exquisite scarlet garment, embodying timeless elegance, she took slow steps as her mind was heavy with thoughts. 'The Red moon is coming soon' she thought and sighed. For others this was a time to rejoice, as the new Alpha would be crowned. Her mate would become ruler. She was to be brimming with excitement but her face was pale and she looked rather lost. Because for her this was the time she would be separated from her mate. She knew the ritual wouldn't be a success, she cursed the gods for giving her this power and the ability to see the future, which never failed to bring her sadness over and over. 'Lui Feng, I promise to return so please hold on', she thought tears filling her eyes. Lui Feng would do well without her, at least she hoped he would. He didn't. He grew colder and colder everyday after her death, much colder than he was before he met. Now she had been reincarnated, would she be able to melt his cold heart and face the many tribulations ahead as another moon wad coming? Happy Reading :) Disclaimer: I do not own the cover.

................. “7.9 billion people, 3.8 billion of them are women. I saw millions of them in my lifetime, talked with thousands, known hundreds.” Yelled the man, while raising his hand toward the sky. “And...not a single...pussy for me…..god…why.” And burst out in tears. [5 minutes Before ] The person yelling at the god Erwin Tynan is a successful corporate slave because of his well-paid job at a multinational company. He had just had a dinner meeting with his slave colleagues and was waiting for his ride. Standing under the lamppost while enjoying the winter night, he said, "What a beautiful night," and pulled a pack of cigarettes from his pocket. And continued with a sigh, “sigh, it will become more beautiful if I have someone as beautiful as this night in my arms. " Saying this, he searched for a lighter in his pocket but couldn't find it. Suddenly, a hooded person approached Erwin while he was searching his pockets and pulled out a lighter from his jacket. Seeing the man approaching him suddenly Erwin was surprised and, seeing the lighter in the person's hand, he saiThanksanks man” And leaned forward to light his cigarette. Lighting his cigarette, he tries to get a glimpse of a person's face. After seeing the face, he was astonished. Because under the hood. It was a beautiful girl. Her skin was white as snow, her hair black as night, and her crystal red eyes and blood-soaked lips were challenging the night's beauty. Her expression was colder than ice and they enhanced her beauty more. But there was something wrong here because Erwin's astonished face was now grim. And had a wound on his stomach that certainly came from the knife in a woman’s hand. “Why?” he said painfully and fell over. ....... Discord link :- https://discord.gg/WNGARAePs2 join for character artworks

Su Yu had loved Bo Yunian for five years. She did not hesitate to break off all ties with her family to marry him. However, once Grandpa Bo passed away, she was framed as a murderer. She could tolerate it if the entire Bo family bullied her, but even this person who shared the same pillow with her did not trust her at all. She only received his cold shoulder, ridicule, and disgust. He even believed that she had the ridiculous motive of killing someone for the sake of receiving a huge inheritance! Who was Su Yu? She was the only daughter of a low-key wealthy Su family in Xiangxi. With a wave of her hand, the entire world's economy would tremble at her feet. Initially, Su Yu still had a glimmer of hope. She thought that as long as she revealed her identity and proved her innocence, she would be able to regain some trust from Bo Yunian. However, when she returned home, she saw another unpacking her things and moving into the Bo family. Bo Yunian started turning colder to her and wanted to divorce her. Her hopes were shattered. After five years, it seemed like she still failed to warm Bo Yunian's cold heart. Since she could not get him, she decided to let him go. After all, she did not accompany her parents and elder brothers for the past few years. Thus, she took a private jet back to Xiangxi only to find her Sixth Brother booking a whole convoy made of limited edition cars to receive her. The second Brother sent over a platinum card with six hundred million in it, adorned by a whole row of six for prosperity. The third brother sent over a set of internationally acclaimed couture jewelry. The fifth Brother bought Su Yu a public listed company that Su Yu had always wanted since five years ago to welcome her return. He had already signed the company under her name. Meanwhile, Big Brother brought her to attend the Bo family's banquet and face-smack Bo Corporation in public. Su Yu's parents flew home straight away from Australia with wide smiles. After chucking all responsibilities over their international businesses, they retired! Honestly, why must she suffer such a torturous love in those five years? Was it not great for her to be a precious little princess at home?

[Warning: This novel can get brutal and has some some R18 scenes which you will be warned of at the beginnings of the chapters] ....... What is existence? It is divided into two Spaces. The Mortis, where one can find Worlds. The Immortis, where one can find Realms. Both divided by a boundary that keeps the two separate. However, as vast as this world is, only a single individual's story is relevant. A man who rose from the depths of a dark society in the Mortis and ended up being a symbol power, prosperity and fear in the Immortis. Revered and respect by experts of all realms of power. He was granted a title to acknowledge him as a powerful expert. A King. However, there’s a saying in the Immortis. ‘Like the Mobius of Birth, one’s life always comes back around with all the vile darkness one thinks they’ve left behind.’ The man who had become a King, lost everything to a cycle that came to bite him in the back. Betrayal. Everything that he built. The wife he loved. The children he raised. All of it was lost. He returned to square one. Back to the Mortis, where he began. Join him on his journey to ascend again. His fury is not abated. He wishes to tear down his enemies for they did. The traitors for their betrayal. Will he rise alone? Will he follow the same path as the last time? Will he overpower his enemies? Find out in the story of a dark King. The King of.... ......... "You are rage." As he said so, he slashed down with the sword, his arms not quite able to bring down the sword in a perfect slash. However, it was a slash nonetheless. It was clumsy, but it was fine. The young man raised his arms and grasped his sword above his head again. "You are pain," he said as he slashed down with a better steadiness that made his slash look a bit more elegant. The look in his eyes turned colder as the evening breeze brushed past him. Before him was not the sea or the moon or the stars. There was the face of his enemies as they dared to bring to ruin all that he had built. "You are fear," he said as he brought down his sword again, its rusting blade showing nothing of the magnificence a sword should bear. What was the True Way of the Sword? It was to cause bloodshed. It was to cause pain. It was to cause sorrow. It was to tear away families from their fathers, husbands, children, mothers. Every weapon was forged to cut down a life. Whether it was to protect or not. A life would be taken by the silver blade as it slashed down. The bulky man in the forge, hammering away at the heated metal would seek to make a sword stronger and sharpen it afterwards so it wouldn't fail to behead a foe. A sword's purpose and instinct was to kill. "You are torment!" The young man slashed again with all his might, his slash being a silver light could be seen as it was lit in the night. "You are war!" He lowered his stance as he felt the sword slice through the air seamlessly. "You are madness!" The sword blew a bit of the sand on the shore as he swung down. "You are destruction!" he said as he slashed. 'I will walk this path again. It has worked for me before and it will continue to work now,' he thought. He slashed again. 'None shall remain standing when I return to the Realms above.' ........... Cover is not mine....credit to artist..

During the period of ancient China, Princess Mingzhu is born into a royal family of Xinjiang Empire and she finds herself trapped into an endless winter. The people live in deep snow and have so for ages. But could there be something more other than an endless winter? Mingzhu defies what her parents wants for her and that is to marry Prince Yangzuh. She takes off with her friend Lee Qiang and together they embark on a journey to find a warm land, to the ends of the Earth. The further they get, the colder it is but finally they get to escape the snow and land on a normal city which was sunny and warm. But a new destiny awaits Mingzhu on the warm land. She's the Queen the people had been waiting for her to return so that she can save them from brutal leadership of Qianlong Emperor. Later she learned she was reincarnated and born again as princess Yae Lin, the sole heir of Tong’an Dynasty in order to save her people. She joins forces with the supporters and allies of her claim to the throne and goes to war, but during that journey she finds something even more valuable than the throne. She finds love, she loses it and she turns into a fairy.

Slowly my vision starts to fade away into the unknown abyss, and no matter what I attempt, the grasp of my strained conscience gradually moves out of grasp like a word that is right on the tip of your tongue but no matter what you do you cannot seem to recall it, and the longer you struggle the worse it gets. My body starts to feel colder and colder, my body heat escaping me. And the man removes his blade from my chest, wipes it down with a blood-stained neckerchief, and leaves me to die alone. Within minutes everything is gone, all pain resolved into the peacefulness of the void, the embodiment of nothingness. Suddenly my remaining conscience is seized by an unseen hand, and everything I knew is gone as if it never existed, to begin with.

when a mafia want his love and revenge together. what will he do? and a girl changed her cheerful personality into a colder one? whats the reason?

Yu Linglong is the shu (born of a concubine) daughter in a general’s family. Since her mother was only a tribute dancer, her position is the lowest of the low. She used to live with her mother outside the father’s residence, and they only received some monthly money from him. He didn’t bother seeing them. But when her mother dies, she moves into the general’s residence. The general is a very irresponsible and violent man. He doesn’t really get attached to women, just letting his lust dictate his actions. His wife is a jealous woman, who killed one of his previous concubines, because he doted on her too much. She similarly wants to get rid of Yu Linglong, in part to vent her frustrations over her husband’s cheating habits. Because the sixth miss – the general’s legitimate daughter, was bitten by a snake, she needs detoxification. The cure was apparently getting poisoned by scorpions, to fight one poison with another. But since she’s already weak, they decided it would be better if she drank the blood of someone poisoned by scorpions instead. The general’s madam naturally decided to use Yu Linglong’s blood. During the process of getting bitten by the scorpion, the original timid Yu Linglong died of fright (and maybe poison? it’s never made clear). Then Yu Mei takes over her body. Yu Mei is a modern woman. She was some mafia boss, so she’s very capable with fighting and overbearing attitude. She died because the man she fell in love with betrayed her and killed her. So she doesn’t trust easily afterward. Since she took over Yu Linglong’s body, she refuses to adapt to the circumstances of a lowly illegitimate daughter, and uses her violence to fight for a peaceful life, where no one will challenge her and plot against her. Basically, she beats them up into submission. In the meantime, she acquires a tail – a very persistent prince, who only seems to stick to her harder, the colder she treats him. Did ancient men have such heavy tastes, she wonders.

Alexandria Rodriguez, a middle class girl as sweet as sugar, hot like fire but colder than ice recently got a new job. From washing the hot billionaire- Alexander Norman's toilet in the office, she becomes a maid in his house. Alexander Norman, an expressionless billionaire and heir to his father's technology empire found himself falling for Alexandria— the first time he met her. Their paths cross once more and despite Alexandria's hard to get game, she eventually becomes his maid with added advantages. As they get to know each other better, Alexandria fights the overwhelming urge to be more than just a maid with benefits.

Rital is an ordinary high school girl living the perfectly normal life. Or so she thought. She always thought she was adopted by her dad, since she has none of his features. But she soon learns of who her mother is and what she has done in the past. She has to leave her old life behind and go to Camp Red Arrow to learn about this new world and what is in store for her. Discovering this new world, it isn’t easy fitting in with everyone, because her mom’s reputation is affecting how everyone sees her. As it gets tough, Rital is sent off on a suicide mission and soon realizes she is playing with fire even though she is made of ice. Dive into great mythological adventures with Rital and learn what she has to do to make the ultimate sacrifice for someone who is even colder than her. ~~~~~~~ “If life is going to mean anything, I have to live it myself.” -Percy Jackson (The Lightning Thief) ~~~~~~~ A small excerpt: “Seth, I have to do this. Everyone depends on it.” I uttered. “Don’t do it.” He whimpered. “It is either sparing me or protecting the entire well being of earth. There isn’t much of a choice.” “There is always another way.” “Not this time.” I looked at him sincerely and glanced at Khione. I really didn't have a clue what would happen. But if this is my purpose, I will except it. There is not a better ending than sacrificing yourself for everyone else. Or saving your own mother. ~~~~~~~ This is inspired by the Percy Jackson books by Rick Riordan. Though this is my own story. The creator of the novel cover is on the shoulder of the girl featured.

People waiting for a thunder in a stormy night with slow wind making their feet colder and the body temperature rises with the hair and they can hear the air with wide open eyes

Belinda Gibson is knee deep in debt and on the run from a loan shark who would do anything to get his hands on his money, even if it mean threatening her with the safety of her younger sister. Just when Belinda loses all hopes of ever repaying this money, her ex, Stavros Xenakis showed up and offers her his help. A man, who when her family had been rich and at the height of their wealth had humiliated. The only man who still made her heart sing even after all this years. Only now he seemed different, darker, colder and far richer than her family had ever been. And he wants her in his bed as his mistress. That was the price for helping her. In her naïveté Belinda agrees, thinking Stavros would tire of her quickly. But what if her sweet delicious body wasn't the only reason he wanted her in his bed!

Every boy born in the Gupta family has to leave the family at the age of 14, and live on his own without the support of the Gupta family. Martials are people with supernatural abilities like Pyrokinesis or Telekinesis, and have existed forever, but their existence is not know by the normal people. This is the story of one such boy named Reyansh Gupta, see how he spent these 12 years, how he explored his powers, and how he became a stronger and a colder version of himself. When Minos Spark, someone who is considered to be a God in the world of martials, take Reyansh as his disciple, see how his destiny changes. "Never fight a God, until you are a God yourself" Rey said with coldness in his eyes *** P.S. - This is a prequel to ROTSC (Return of the Shadow CEO), Please read the first 13 chapters of ROTSC, so that it feels "Cinematic", but it's not mandatory, and you can still understand the story without any prior knowledge of ROTSC The story contains ghost harem/ shadow harem, meaning that girls will love the MC, but MC won't have any feeling towards them The story has one MC who is Alan, but Minos can be considered the second MC or the deuteragonist I will try my best for this novel, and thanks for choosing my novel! *** I do not own the cover, if you have any issues please mail me at - saiyanganu@gmail.com My discord - ganu #7657 And yes I love Valorant

Reina Marigold was abducted at a young age by the Holy Daemon Cult, whom were eager to find a new Saintess for their order. At the age of 16, she managed to slip away and enroll into Acacia academy with dreams of adventure and freedom. There she meets a girl, colder then ice, who only had one goal: Revenge. This is my first time writing, so please bear with me as i learn many lessons along the way. I hope you will enjoy the story of one girl slowly thawing the heart of another, and the adventures and trials they go through together.

Zemin Yan is an orphan who lived on the streets, until the day that the Celestial Sword Sect makes large-scale recruitment, in which even the beggars were analyzed in the Qin Empire. He who lived in an isolated village had managed to pass through the most difficult examination of the sect, but even so, his talent was the only medium. At best, his prospect was to reach the intermediate-level Aurore Core realm. Zemin Yan was happy with this prospect, after all, he was just a humble mumper, over time, he learns to read and write, he even grew a little taller, but his physique was delicate and flexible, not pretending that he was a martial practitioner, thus generating mockery for his colleagues even a strong bullying. However, Zemin Yan didn't care and always proceeded with optimism, until the moment that was allocated to be assistant of the greater cultivator of the young generation of Celestial Sword Sect. Zhong Liang is the supreme talent of the Heavenly Sword, he is tall, handsome and powerful, he is the dream of all women and the goal of all the boys. He is loved and appreciated by all but remains with his cold character and his expressionless face. Because of his Swordless Dao, Zhong Liang was getting colder, indifferent, and cruel, so his Master, fearful that he would turn to the demonic cultivator, decides to put three young disciples to serve him and keep him company, whether in missions outside the sect or even in as servants of this great prodigy. The Master of Zhong Liang wanted him to develop some kind of bond that would prevent him from getting lost in the path of the Dao of the Swordless Thrill. Unfortunately, Zhong Liang doesn't agree with his master's vision and astounds all the young disciples, only one remains he is as firm as a sword stuck in the ground, this disciple is Zemin Yan. "Senior Zhong, do you want grapes or apples?" Asked Zemin Yan with his typical silly smile. Zhong Liang didn't respond and continued training with his sword, he just ignored the existence of this young disciple. "So it's going to be grapes," Zemin Yan said without even letting his mood fall, he had already grown accustomed to the lack of response from his senior disciple. When Zemin Yan came back to call Zhong Liang for dinner, the grapes were far from visible, which left Zemin Yan with a silly and contented smile for the rest of the night. NOTE: 1. R 18 (IN THE FUTURE) 2. Slow Romance 3. Romance 1x1. 4. Contest 59. 5. COVER: POPPY QUEEN 6. Follow my Ko-fi for news and weekly calendars: https://ko-fi.com/post/Calendar-1001--1601-L4L27V5L9 and Ko-fi.com/take_the_moon. Thanks for your support in the 2021. Hope we're together in 2022 too.

"It all started with a lullaby. With a voice more melodic than a nightingale's but a heart colder than winter. Hatred led to the death of the innocent. A blood sacrifice was made. Lullabies glorify death. You'll know why. For now, listen to the Wintertide's Lullaby." Lumi never knew what safety felt like. When she did, she never wanted to let it go. Life had other plans for her, but fate had sympathy and gave her a gift. She will never be alone ever again. Matthos Trem wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed, but his heart was always in the right place. In the midst of a pandemic, he finds himself entangled with a creature never encountered by anyone before. With his best friend, Barney Matthos goes on an adventure to discover the pearl of the orient sea and find the answer to what is killing his people. And Lumi is both the answer and the question. Excerpt: Matthos chuckled, “So it was like that?” Judging from the circumstances he found her in, she should’ve been dead. She’s barely alive, he noted. He snapped back to reality as the wind grew stronger. The storm will only get stronger from then on. His time was limited. With that, Matthos carefully took her in his arms. She was barely breathing. He felt the burning need to save her, an unfamiliar feeling like never before. Without further ado, he walked away, leaving the fountain and the peaceful life he believed he would lead from then on. Books used as study basis: A Handbook of Philippine Folklore by Mellie Leandicho Lopez Soul Mates, Karma and Reincarnation by Jaime T. Licauco Gayang Mga Nilalang na Kagila-Gilalas by Edgar Calabia Samar Philippine Folklore Literature "The Epics" by Damiana L. Eugenio