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In a world where myth and reality collide, Ryu Hayashi’s peaceful life is torn apart when a legendary Beast—once thought to be nothing more than a tale—attacks his village. In the chaos, Ryu discovers an ancient, glowing mark on his left hand, a symbol that connects him to powers far greater than he ever imagined. With the Beast hunting him and his village on the brink of destruction, Ryu is forced to flee, uncovering the truth behind his mysterious mark. As he embarks on a journey that will test his strength, courage, and very soul, he learns that his fate is tied to an ancient prophecy—one that foretells either the salvation or the annihilation of both humans and Beasts. Ryu is not just a simple villager; he is the key to a hidden war between the Beasts and humanity. Alongside a band of unlikely allies—including the enigmatic Mira, a fierce Hunter, and Fiona, a mysterious scholar—Ryu must learn to harness his newfound powers, confront his fears, and uncover the secrets of the Beasts before they destroy everything he holds dear. But with each step he takes, the line between friend and foe blurs, and Ryu must grapple with a difficult question: Will he become the hero the world needs, or will he succumb to the darkness threatening to consume him? Mark of the Beast: Destiny’s Awakening is a thrilling tale of magic, destiny, and the battle for survival. In a world where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks around every corner, Ryu must face his greatest challenge: understanding his true purpose before it is too late.

She believes in true love. He doesn’t believe in love. But what is love, really? She is the epitome of success—a star people look up to and admire. To him, however, she is merely a business transaction, a partner chosen to enhance his status. To his friends, she is just a fool in love, a pathetic figure begging for affection. Then shocking news emerges: her first true love returns, throwing him off guard. He realizes he has been nothing more than a substitute for her first love. He should be angry, but instead, he finds himself overwhelmed by emotions he can’t express or understand. Is this possessiveness, or is he finally learning to love her? She is determined to return to her first love, but inside, she is torn. Did she really treat him as just a substitute, or did she actually come to love him? What are they supposed to do when love is a question mark?

In the kingdom of Everia, a young man named Drinian embarks on a journey that will forge him into a hero. Born into a humble family, Drinian's father is a fabrics seller who provides for his family. However, after his father's untimely death, Drinian's life takes a drastic turn. His five stepbrothers, who have always harbored a deep-seated hatred for him, drives him away from their father's house. With nowhere to turn, Drinian seeks refuge with his aunt and her seven sons. However, his stay is short-lived, as he is forced to flee after killing an official of King Alexander Ephiphanes. The consequences of his actions are devastating, leading to the untimely death of his aunt and her sons. Drinian's fate takes a turn for the better when he is adopted by Thorne and his wife Helen, a childless couple from the kingdom of Emberfell who provided him with a loving home. Under their care, Drinian begins to rebuild his life and undergoes various difficult and hard trainings that will eventually forge him into a hero. As Drinian navigates the complexities of his new life, he becomes increasingly aware of the suffering of his people under the tyrannical rule of King Alexander Ephiphanes whom he was forced to flee from because of fear. The king's brutal suppression of the people of Everia, coupled with his own personal experiences, fuels Drinian's desire for justice and revenge. Driven by his determination to free his people from the king's tyranny, Drinian embarks on a perilous campaign to crush King Alexander Ephiphanes and his descendants. Along the way, he must confront numerous challenges and adversaries, including other ruthless kings who have contributed to the suffering of the people of Everia. Through his journey, Drinian discovers his own strength and resilience, as well as the loyalty and support of those who believe in him. Will he succeed in his quest for justice and freedom, or will the forces of oppression prove too powerful to overcome? "A Man Called Drinian" is a thrilling tale of adventure, action, and suspense, set against the backdrop of a richly detailed fantasy world. With its complex characters, unexpected twists and turns, and epic scope, this novel is sure to captivate readers and leave them eagerly awaiting the next installment.

In her previous life, Lina Riley harbored an unrequited love for the Fifth Princess, Victoria Ashwood. Lina sacrificed everything for her—securing her place on the throne, protecting her borders, and losing her arm and sight in the process. Yet, her loyalty was repaid with a goblet of poisoned wine and the execution of her entire family. Victoria despised her, accusing Lina of cruelty and of orchestrating her elder sister’s death, deeming her unworthy of love. When the poison took effect, Lina closed her eyes in despair, only to awaken back in the moment they first met. On that fateful day, Lina had stumbled upon Victoria being beaten by palace maids, an encounter that set everything in motion. This time, Lina turned away, choosing a different path, but a faint fragrance of plum blossoms lured her in. One reckless night led to a moment of despair when she awoke to find the coldly beautiful face of her bedmate—Lucille Everard, the Princess Regent. Lucille, while outwardly uninterested in court affairs, was notorious for her swift and decisive actions that had seen emperors replaced with alarming frequency. Compared to Lucille’s power, Lina’s past dealings with Victoria seemed like mere child's play. As Lucille stirred awake, Lina's nerves were frayed. “Given the circumstances, Your Highness, what do you think of me now?” she asked, resigned to her fate. To her surprise, Lucille chuckled softly. “I think you’re wonderful.” Stunned, Lina could only manage a confused “Huh?” From that moment, everything veered off course. Lucille's palace soon bloomed with roses—Lina’s favorite. Amidst the swaying blossoms, the resolute Princess Regent would gently take Lina’s hand, her once-frigid gaze warm and tender. “My dear Lina, you are the finest woman in the world.” In her new life, Lina often dreamed. She dreamt of someone leaving a bouquet of roses at her grave, their robes trailing the light fragrance of plum blossoms. They sipped wine with a wry smile, murmuring, “Silly girl, I avenged you.” Victoria Ashwood was reborn too. She hadn’t expected that killing Lina would provoke her aunt’s ruthless revenge. Determined to avoid a similar fate, she resolved to feign affection for Lina, even if it took a lifetime. At a palace banquet, Victoria was taken aback by Lina’s beauty. Draped in fine silks, Lina was a dazzling sight, so different from the weathered woman Victoria remembered. Drawn to her, Victoria was about to approach when she noticed Lucille at Lina’s side, gently wiping her lips with a soft smile. “Take it slow,” Lucille murmured. Lina paused, then chuckled as she adjusted a strand of Lucille’s hair. Victoria’s heart twisted in fury. When her desperate attempts to win Lina back failed, she demanded, “Why won’t you love me?” Lina sneered. “Show some respect, Fifth Princess. You should address me as Aunt. Besides, your hypocrisy and cold-heartedness make you unworthy of love.” Years ago, a young Lucille Everard encountered a lost girl in the palace gardens. The girl declared that Lucille was beautiful and promised to marry her one day. Thirteen years later, a fateful misunderstanding during a bout of poisoning entwined their paths. What began as teasing quickly turned Lucille from a hunter into prey, helplessly ensnared by the woman she never forgot. Tags: 1. Cold yet protective Princess Regent × Reborn and resigned noblewoman 2. Nine-year age gap (Princess Regent is older) 3. Alternate history, non-patriarchal setting 4. Puppet empress, regent princess ruling behind the scenes 5. Two lifetimes of love, slow-burn romance

When enigmatic CEO Diana Cruz mysteriously dies, suspicion falls on her loyal secretary Emily. Unbeknownst to all, Diana has staged her own demise to escape a sinister threat. Her sudden demise sends shockwaves through the corporate world. But nothing is as it seems.

"You don't deserve to be auctioned" The Don finally said, making me stop the struggle. "Thank you" I said, cleaning my watery eyes. "Get her ready for the ritual!" The Don ordered the big man who was currently still holding me. **** "Once marked by the Don, you do not own your life anymore as you become solely his" ~ Author. ******* The minute he set his eyes on her, he knew he had to make her suffer for the sins of her sister and so he MARKED HER. Jadelyn was being used as a collateral for her father's unpaid debt, landing her in the hands of the most ruthless young don - Romano Callamore. All Romano knew was that she had to pay for the sins of her wicked sister -his ex secret lover and that he did. Just when their love was about to blossom after so many tribulations; Jadelyn's sister reappears back with a child who looked exactly like Romano Callamore. Confusion sets in as Jadelyn doesn't know how to feel considering the fact that she was pregnant and also in love with with her sister's First Love. Jadelyn was torn between letting her beloved manipulative sister have a happy life without her- Jadelyn in the picture AND fighting for what she wants What do you think her decision will be? Family Loyalty or Love?

In the werewolf kingdom of Naraina, the Alpha King is getting desperate to marry off his son after six failed engagements. He orders the weak Delta clan Sigertem to send a daughter and the abused, powerless daughter is chosen. Alice Sigertem is the child of a loveless marriage. After her mother died, her father brought in his lover and her own daughter. From then on, Alice’s life was reduced to that of a mere servant. After years of being treated like dirt, Alice has learned to keep her head down, hide her pain, and obey every order. So, it comes as no surprise that she is arranged to be married to Sirius Alderidge, the sickly Prince who has driven away all six of his potential wives so far. Afraid of being sent back to her abusive family, Alice resigns herself to her fate—and soon finds that her handsome husband-to-be is kind, but has a lot of secrets. He fakes his illness and goes out with another identity, someone powerful and terrifying. But Alice is shameless because she has a secret of her own. As they slowly open their hearts to each other, love may have a chance. ୨ৎ This is an original work. No angst, not too heavy dramatic plots, just classic fantasy adventures and a wholesome relationship. Nothing too annoying or toxic.

Blurb Liana has lived in exile for years because of a birthmark, known as “The Mark of the Forsaken,” which her pack believes brings a terrible curse. But when Ryker, an Alpha in need of help, finds her, Liana has a chance to prove that her mark might be the key to saving his pack. As the two work together, Liana uncovers secrets about her heritage—and a power within her that she never knew she possessed. But with her heart and her life on the line, Liana must make an impossible choice: embrace the power that could save everyone at the cost of losing her fated mate or risk everything to find another way. Exposition The story begins by introducing Liana’s life in isolation, with flashbacks revealing how her birthmark led her pack to fear her, forcing her into exile. Rumors about “The Mark” swirl among the packs, and Liana’s life of loneliness and survival has shaped her into a wary and hardened soul. Inciting Incident Liana’s quiet life is shattered when Ryker, the Alpha of a nearby pack, arrives at her door, seeking her help. His pack has been plagued by an unbreakable curse, and after hearing legends of “The Mark,” he believes that Liana may be his only hope. Initially reluctant, Liana agrees, seeing a chance to finally be accepted and find purpose. Rising Action As Liana and Ryker work together to break the curse, they grow close, their fated mate bond intensifying their connection. Liana begins to unlock strange powers tied to her mark, which allow her to hold sway over the supernatural forces behind the curse. However, she discovers dark truths about her family’s past and the curse’s origins, which reveal that her ancestors created the curse to protect against a greater evil. Meanwhile, Ryker’s initial secret intentions to use Liana as a possible sacrifice to break the curse come to light. Liana struggles to trust him, and her conflicting emotions create tension between them, making their bond even more precarious. Climax Liana faces a devastating choice: use her powers to fully defeat the enemy causing the curse, which could save Ryker’s pack but may cost him his life, or attempt a riskier, untested path that could save everyone without sacrifice. At the height of her internal struggle, Liana must confront the part of herself that longs for acceptance and the part that fears her power. Denouement In the end, Liana’s choice has lasting consequences on her relationship with Ryker, her understanding of her power, and her sense of belonging. Whether or not she finds a way to save him and the pack, Liana finally understands the truth about her heritage and accepts herself fully, stepping into her role not as a curse, but as a force of hope for her people.

A sequel or rather a side story to ' my grandpa Hercules ' where we will meet her, the most wicket and a chain smoker- my granny, the lady with a smoking stick, or as I consider her the Loki! But is this all in her story?! Or did we just read it upside down?!

Princess Azalea's life is shattered when Zaydon, the man she loves—a fierce and protective dragon shifter—makes a devastating choice. Bound by the ancient and cruel Dragon’s Bond, a spell that shackles a dragon to a princess at the cost of their own life, Zaydon seals their fates in a desperate attempt to protect Azalea from a looming, unnamed danger. The bond is one rooted in a barbaric tradition that demands the dragon’s death to prove the suitor’s worthiness to rule. This forces Azalea to confront the horrifying reality of Zaydon’s sacrifice. Once a source of safety and love, his actions now threaten to strip Azalea of everything she holds dear. Torn between her unrelenting love for Zaydon and the betrayal of his choice, Azalea spirals into heartbreak and fury. As the weight of the bond looms over them, she must grapple with the cost of his decision and the role she plays in this cruel fate. Her once steadfast trust is replaced by raw anger and sorrow as she searches for a way to save him—or to sever their bond forever. But danger brews beyond the walls of the castle. The political machinations of rival suitors and an impending war force Azalea into a desperate fight not only for Zaydon’s survival but also for her freedom. Caught between duty, love, and revenge, Azalea must summon her strength to defy a destiny written in blood and forge her own path forward—before it’s too late.

In the dynamic world of Aruya, where magic and machinery collide, Tokei awakens with no memory of her past. Thrust into a whirlwind of danger and discovery by a chance encounter, she must navigate a treacherous path filled with relentless adversaries, powerful secrets, and unexpected allies. Join Tokei on an action-packed journey as she fights to uncover her true identity and unlock the mysteries of a world teetering on the brink of chaos.

For Thalia, monster-hunting is just a job. Until she unknowingly slays a demon. That's when she realized not all the job can't be done by herself.

Reina’s life is a mosaic of love, betrayal, and devastating secrets. Confined to her sickbed, she writes one final letter—a confession meant for the postman who has become a silent presence in her life. Years ago, Reina betrayed her best friend and family, embarking on a forbidden affair with her best friend’s husband. The choices she made left scars on everyone she loved, including a child she was forced to give up. Now, as her strength fades, Reina must face the consequences of her actions and the unspoken truth she’s carried all these years. But the postman is no ordinary messenger—he’s the son she abandoned long ago. Through her letter, Reina seeks forgiveness and redemption, hoping her words will bridge the gap between them before it’s too late. A Letter to the Postman is a heart-wrenching story of love, loss, and reconciliation, exploring the fragile ties that bind family and the courage it takes to confront the past.

In this poignant coming-of-age novel, an outcast boy and a high-class girl, despite their social differences, fall deeply in love while navigating the ups and downs of school life. Their bond grows stronger as they complete their studies together, but after graduation, the girl unexpectedly breaks up with him, leaving him heartbroken. Despite the separation, they continue to stay in touch, maintaining a fragile connection. Months later, the girl calls him to reveal that she's getting married to someone else, a moment that shatters his heart once again. Though he puts on a brave face, smiling through the pain at her wedding, the emptiness of losing her lingers. As the days go by, he remains haunted by memories of their love, unable to shake the feeling of longing that he carries with him, even as he tries to move forward with his life. The novel explores themes of love, heartbreak, and the difficulty of letting go, as well as the enduring emotional scars left by first love.

Who am I?" It's the first question that crosses her mind when she wakes up in a dimly lit shed, memory wiped clean and terror seeping in. Beside her is a stranger—a towering, skeptical man just as lost as she is. Together, they stumble through the eerie confines of their prison, only to uncover a sinister truth: the walls aren't just closing in; they're alive with secrets. Blood drips from the ceiling, strange markings leer from the shadows, and the gnawing feeling of being watched tightens its grip. As reality twists into a waking nightmare, the duo must confront not just the mystery of their imprisonment, but the fragile threads of identity and trust. What does it mean to be human when everything you know—everything you are—is stripped away? Trapped in a game they don't understand, the only rule is simple: survive.

the story about Degris who has the mark of balance Which is the key that every one is looking for in his battle against other mark holders to see how can get all the parts and remake the world in his own image using the mark of divinty. will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Kim's company is a huge real estate empire, with wealth and power there's nothing they can't do. Dong-hae is the second eldest son of the Kim family and he was the one who sat in the highest chair in that empire. But everything changed until a major scandal was exposed involving him and forcing him to resign as vice president. Kim Eun-ji is the youngest daughter of the Kim family and she is in charge of taking over the family businesses in Dong-hae's place. Kim Dong-hae wants revenge, humiliated and completely disowned, he just wants to completely exterminate Eun-ji and everyone else who got in his way and for that he hires Jeon Hye-jin an assassin for hire who kills for money and is willing to all to finish a job. Now Eun-ji has a bullet marked with her name and a countdown begins. Protagonists: Kim Eun-ji (Eunji), Jeon Hye-jin (Hyejin) __________________ Support me and give me a gift! https://www.wishtender.com/moonsside __________________ I don't own the rights to the cover image, it's an image taken from the internet and I couldn't find the author to offer the due credits.

Betrayed, bartered, broken. Cinder, a Luna stripped of her title for a dormant power, simmers with hidden strength. A mark on her skin whispers of a forgotten lineage, and a prophecy foretells her destiny, unites the werewolf packs or brings about their destruction. As a full moon ignites a monstrous transformation within her, Cinder must navigate a web of deceit. A cunning rival offers a dark pact, a redeemed Alpha seeks atonement, and a hidden network of ostracized wolves rises from the shadows. Can Cinder control the feral rage within and embrace her true power before the lunar eclipse throws the werewolf world into chaos? This is not a tale of the weak, but a ferocious rebirth that will rewrite the laws of the pack, leaving a trail of fury in its wake. Cinder's howl will echo through the night, a promise of a new era where all werewolves, regardless of their ability to shift, can rise under the watchful eye of the moon.

The story of a Fated Man, It is a novel that tells of a human named Aldrich Fullock who returns to the past to repair his future which was destroyed by the F virus and becomes the strongest. But there's something more awesome and horrifying to be in the past than the F virus.

Long story short, the two of them stayed overnight at Sanosuke's house, then they both slept next to Sanosuke, afraid that something unwanted would happen to Sanosuke. Sanosuke dreamed that he was in a very, very dark cave and there was not a single light, but on the other hand, he saw a small light from a distance where when Sanosuke approached him it was as if his body had gained a power where the power he got was "he can kill any inanimate object, in the dream he was visited by a black figure which when the figure The man wanted to attack Sanosuke, Sanosuke accidentally threw a force which could make the black figure weak and unable to attack Sanosuke again. Sanosuke was shocked when he saw that he had a force that could kill inanimate objects, for example the black figure that was in his dream, and Sanosuke woke up to find it was just his dream.

Her life was full of cunning and schemes but in the end, she was betrayed. Her soul burns with resentment and hurt from her experiences and she refuses to be reincarnated. Now appointed as the Lord of the Demon World, she is now a wish-granting god? Want to kill someone but you can't? She'll do it for you. Want to take revenge on someone? She'll make sure that person experiences living hell. Want to have the crown prince fall in love with you? Not worth her attention, next. She, who has no name, who only grants the wishes of the worse, watch as she uses her hosts' bodies and wreaks havoc in the human realm.

Bad life before reincarnation? Check. Obtaining ki mastery cheat? Check. Before Resian was reincarnated, he had a horrible life. Abusive parents, a shitty job, everything horrible. But in this new world, he has the chance to obtain power, a lot of power. He will not bow to others anymore, rather he will be the one to make them bow to him.

Revenge is a dish that always taste better when served cold. This story is about a man,,, Read it to find more. P.S— Don't plagiarize my work.