A Stoic Mind And A Bleeding Heart

Zina gave everything—her heart, her trust, and two years of her life—to the mate who betrayed her. Pregnant and shattered, she cast him out of her life, vowing never to let him hurt her again. Years later, Zina has rebuilt herself, rising as a respected doctor in her pack. But her quiet life unravels when she discovers a hidden power within her—one that marks her as more than just an ordinary wolf. Just as she begins to embrace her new identity, Xaden, the mate who broke her, returns—begging for forgiveness and a second chance. To make matters worse, Zina finds herself fated to not one but two mates, pulling her into a dangerous web of love, deceit, and power struggles. With old wounds reopening and new threats emerging, Zina must decide whether to risk her heart again—or protect herself and the child she swore to keep safe.

As a girl, Li Yinsu is tired of being weak, so tired of it that she finally can't bear it anymore. But unfortunately the heavens force her to be reborn in another world. This time, her brothers are separated from her, each one carried across the world, while she is caste into the demonic sect, to be tortured brutally. Can she get strong enough to break free from the men who play with her destiny? or will she choose to stand with them in the end? warning: it may get a bit graphic in some parts will update weekly one ch or daily 1 ep

The past week had felt like a lifetime of dodging my own feelings. As I sat at the head of the table, I felt the dam about to break, then the door swung open, and my heart lurched. Chris stood there, a storm cloud personified. His expression was unreadable, but one thing was clear: he wasn't smiling. My staffs exchanged glances, their gazes then focusing on me. "Eve," Chris's voice was low. "We need to talk." The room went silent, thick with nervous energy. The unspoken question hung in the air. "Chris," I said, my voice calm despite my pounding heart, "can this wait? We're in the middle of an important meeting." I wanted him to leave, to deal with this later, on my terms. "No, it can't," he said, stepping into the room. His anger simmered beneath the surface, but there was a visible vulnerability that made my own heart ache. "Please excuse us," I told my staffs, who hurriedly packed and left us alone. "You just left. You left after that night with just empty words on a piece of paper and then went out of the country for a whole week, Eve. A whole week." I was surprised to see him so vulnerable, so angry. It was the first time. It was obvious he was hurt, and I knew I was wrong. He stalked towards me, like a predator, and as he got closer, the anger seemed to flicker, replaced by a different intensity. He stopped in front of me, and then, without warning, his arms wrapped around me, pulling me into a tight, desperate embrace. My breath hitched. I went stiff for a moment, surprised by the contact. Then, almost instantly, my arms went around him, clinging to his strong frame. A mix of emotions flooded me: surprise, relief, and an overwhelming need to simply hold him. I breathed in his familiar scent, a comforting aroma that had been haunting my senses for the last week. He held me tightly, as if afraid I'd vanish if he let go, and I didn't resist. I had dreamed of this. He pulled back, his hands on my shoulders, his gaze searching mine with an intensity that made my heart flutter. The anger lingered, but it was mixed with something else. Something softer. "I missed you terribly," he whispered, the words barely audible, but they resonated through me. ------ Eve, a fashion powerhouse ruling the world's runways, needs a fake boyfriend and fast, to appease her matchmaking mother.   Christopher, a charming, secretive, and dangerously attractive heir to the biggest conglomerate in the country. needs a distraction from his father's unwanted marriage plans. Their solution? A temporary romance brokered through a "rent-a-partner" app. What starts as a mutually beneficial arrangement quickly evolves into a sizzling romance, throw in a jealous childhood crush, a clash of powerful families, and a whirlwind of hilarious misunderstandings, and you've got a recipe for a romance that's as unexpected as it is unforgettable. Will their carefully constructed facade withstand the pressure, or will their fake relationship crumble under the weight of their undeniable, and quite unexpected, love?

In a distant future, a man is resurrected after seven thousand years, his body rebuilt with machinery and his past reduced to fragmented memories. He is told he’s the first successful resurrection in history—but soon, he realizes the truth. This isn’t the first time. He has died and been brought back over and over, each time losing more of himself. The only thing that feels real is the love he once had for his wife and daughter, long gone with the passage of time. But the ones reviving him refuse to answer the one question that haunts him: why? Trapped in an endless cycle of life and death, manipulated by forces beyond his control, he must face a chilling reality—if he can never truly die, is he still human?

Intrigued by the possibility of quick earnings, Jay Garrick, a 23-year-old graduate student, impulsively accepts a dubious job offer. However, this decision takes a harrowing turn when he is abducted and transported to an undisclosed facility. Unveiling the nature of the task, he realizes he's bound to infiltrate a stranger's consciousness and extract concealed information—an irreversible commitment. Within the enigmatic realm of another person's mind, Jay encounters a mysterious entity named X, the gatekeeper of sought-after knowledge. Despite repeated attempts to extract the information, he fails, plunging into a desperate quest for escape from this mental labyrinth. To break free, he's forced to engage in a series of challenges and games orchestrated by X, revealing a fantastical world teeming with dragons, magic, cities, and spaceships—transcending genres. As the stakes escalate, Jay grapples with unraveling the enigma that binds him to this alternate reality. Hidden within the recesses of his mind lies a profound mystery, intricately linked to his past and present. Determined to escape the clutches of his own psyche, Jay must decipher the underlying reasons for this surreal ordeal, ultimately striving to expose the truth that holds the key to his liberation. The question remains: Will he triumph in extracting the vital information and conquer the illusions within, or will he be ensnared forever in this kaleidoscopic maze of the mind?

A mysterious shard has appeared in the multiverse its origin unknown

In a world where true humanity has vanished, a doll by the name Riona, created with feelings, longs for her own life after years of being passed from child to child. Her desperate wish to become human is granted by an enigmatic entity, thrusting her into a cruel and corrupt reality. As Riona navigates this harsh world, she clings to the hope of finding and spreading the lost essence of true humanity. This tale explores whether innocence can survive and shine in a world where humans rarely act like humans.

Falling for his warm touch despite his usual coldness, she loved him only to be disappointed and betrayed in the end. When love turns to darkness, it festers to be poisonous and consumes the soul. The naïve Arabella evolved. *** “Thank you for becoming my wife,” was her cold husband’s last words before he died, coupled with a smile that had never before graced his lips. Not on their wedding day. And not even at the birth of their only child. Emperor Ferdinand, someone Arabella loved so much, killed their son. She became a villainess and vowed revenge for her beloved child. For a decade, she used everything she could to make Ferdinand pay. Until finally… he fell to ruin! With her revenge complete, Arabella's life soon ended with her dead husband in her arms. But fate wasn’t done playing with her. All of a sudden, she was back two decades ago right after their wedding. Was it a curse or a blessing? It didn’t matter. Because there is only one thing she needed to do. “I will ruin you in this lifetime too!” This was her hateful promise to herself upon realizing she was reborn. But in her second life, Arabella was unexpectedly bestowed a gift to uncover the truth. Who was wrong and who was right? Only time will tell.

Humans are fickle creatures—pawns in a game far beyond their grasp. They kneel before the heavens, whispering prayers to gods who see them as nothing more than dust. Bei Zui once prayed too. Once begged. Once bled for their mercy. But mercy never came. Now, he no longer asks. He takes. With every life he sacrifices, the heavens tremble beneath his blade, their divine blood staining his hands. He walks a path carved from vengeance, cold and unyielding, until the last god falls and the skies drown in ruin.

In a world where vampires and humans coexist in a fragile balance, Larissa, a struggling young woman, finds herself working as a personal servant in the grand estate of an enigmatic vampire. what begins as a mere employment soon turns into something far more dangerous when she catches the attention of Raphael - A dark haired narcissistic vampire with a possessive nature and a past shrouded in mystery. At first, he treats her as nothing more than a passing amusement, teasing her with his bold remarks and unsettling presence. But as time passes, he begins to crave her company in ways he cannot explain. Meanwhile, Larissa, despite her initial fear, she finds herself drawn to him, unable to resist the pull of his dangerous allure. However, their growing connection awakens something. Binding their fates in an ancient ritual that neither of them saw coming. When Larissa discovers some things about herself that would get her into danger, Raphael becomes both her greatest danger and her only salvation. yet just as she begins to trust him, she overhears him deny his feelings for her. Heartbroken, she vanishes into the night, leaving him to realize- tol late - that he is bound to her in more ways than one. Now, as the dark forces close in and the bond between them pulls at his very soul, Raphael must decide. Will he embrace the love he never believed himself capable of, or wil his own pride doom them both?

Education is not the amount of information that is put into your brain and runs mayhem there, undigested,all your life.we must have life-building, man-making, character-making of ideas. We want everything in our life, luxurious life, house, career, spouse, cars ,to get this we need control our turbulent thoughts that are stumbles in your life' and you are aware of it!" To reduce those turbulent thoughts!" We need to put new idea's in our mind. Tame your mind is to train yourself in every situation, focus, on practicing mindfulness techniques like deep breathing, actively observing your thoughts and emotions,reframing sleep, exercising and cultivating holy thoughts, positive mindset,and focus on the present moment to manage your responses.Regularly learn to observe your thoughts without judgement,and allows them to pass without getting caught up in them. Analyze situation from different perceptive to identify potential positive aspects or alternative interpretations. Identify it from having encountered them before and manage with those responses and witness your thoughts and help yourself to focus,gain clarity and develop consistency.

The fire burned ever brighter, and more and more people were passing the flame. Beneath the land covered in ice and snow, a dragon awoke from the magma, elves danced upon the ears of grain, and mushrooms ran happily. At this moment. Russell Fluorescent Fungus raised the Sword of Burning in his hand and was crowned the Flame King in the name of a Dragon Knight. ... Dragons and elves set sail once more, this time to farm in a frozen land! An arduous work by Bai Yuhann in 2024, please enjoy watching!

Si Hana Elise Navarro ay isang mahirap na mag aaral ngunit sya ay matalino lagi syang top 1 SA lahat Ng klaseng pinapasukan nya ngunit Meron syang nakatagong secreto na Sya ay isang mahirap ikinahihiya nya Ito Kaya namn SA school nila nag papanggap syang mayaman Kasi Naman ang mga tao Sa panahon na yon ay binubully ang mahihirap at kapag mahirap ka walang makikipagkaibigan syo ngunit nung isang araw may isang nakaalam na sya pala ay mahirap at agad naman nya Itong pinagkalat at simula non lagi na syang binubully nakatakas lng sya dahil SA family problems nila Kaya lumipat sya SA ibang school dto nya makikilala si Jemin Alexander Cruz ang top 1 SA school na nilipatan nya ngunit nung nag aral si hana dto naging top 2 na lng si jemin Kaya gagawin lahat NI Jemin para mabawi ang top 1 nya kaya naman araw araw nyang binubully si hana pero habang tumatagal na huhulog na ang loob ni Jemin kay Hana..

Arel is a 17-year-old who is deeply conflicted with both a love and hatred for God. His love for God surpasses everything, even human relationships, yet it causes him immense pain. Arel feels the need to communicate with God, to confess his love and his struggles, but no response ever comes. This silence from God creates a profound emptiness within him.

Lex has never felt content. His life been mostly devoid of meaning and his seems truly lost. Until one day he is sent to a strange space resembling his school. With dangerous creatures forcing him to either confront his fears or turn his back he has a choice. Will Lex be able to confront and overcome these spaces or will he eventually fall into despair, for when he returns back to reality not everything is the same as it was...

Casmi's life has never taken a 360° like this. The king took one look at her and that was it......... *I won't let you go* He was her anger, She was his placidity, She became fire, He became her water. My Heart ..... She regreted working in the palace. .................................................................. Excerpt... His golden eyes stared into her midnight blue eyes, his strong veiny hands caging her. Stars danced in the sky, the moonlight cast a soft glow on her soft and delicate face. " I love you Senyolyra" He said nibbling her ear. Shivering from the inside and taking in a sharp breath she replied. " I don't love you" He paused in his movements. And continued nibbling her ear sending all over her body. " You're still mine" " I am not your property" " But you are still my love" ...

Detective Wei Zhen is assigned to investigate the brutal murder of a powerful businessman, but the deeper he digs, the more disturbing the case becomes. A series of violent killings follows, and the evidence never seems to quite add up.Wei begins to suffer from blackouts, losing time and waking in strange places. Could it be stress, or is something more sinister at play? As more bodies are discovered it raises unsettling questions. Who is the mysterious figure known as The Shadow, and why does every clue lead back to him? What terrifying secret has been hidden in the past? As the pressure mounts, Wei must race against time to uncover the truth—but can he trust his own mind? Or is he unknowingly part of the nightmare unraveling around him?

Mac has always felt disconnected from reality. His dreams are too vivid, his thoughts too fragmented, and his perception of time slipping like sand through his fingers. When he begins documenting his hyper-real dreams, he notices a disturbing pattern—visions of the past, cryptic voices, and strange entities warning him of an impending alien invasion.

When the Grey Mist covers the earth, the miasma corrupts the creatures, and the threads manipulate the minds of others, those red eyes will rest upon humanity and the very order of the world will go mad. Humans will fade into the background, clinging to life as they always have. In the first era, someone stayed. In the second era, someone woke up. In the third era, someone will rise again and again. Let the steam roar! Let the ancient technology shine! Let the battle between humanity and the anomalies, the oddities, the contamination zones never cease! May my Pneuma allow me to take this mortal body to challenge these beings! May my axe resonate with my heart! In the end, only humanity will remain, by hook or by crook! ------------------------- Cover made using AI. English is my second language and I'm using Grammarly for thoses mistakes I didn't see, so, if you notice one, comment, please! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Severa Yllanna experienced her first heartbreak when Eugene Dominguez, the boy she trusted most, betrayed her during a fateful summer in Esperanza. The wound he left never truly faded, a scar she carried for years. Now, a decade later, fate brings them back together—but this time, she has no choice but to work with him. The past still lingers between them, but Severa refuses to let history repeat itself. After all, some summers may bleed, but do they ever truly heal?

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All Fate wanted is to get back to her feet after getting fired from her last job. If only one of her new bosses could just keep his hands off her. ----- It had always been Lafayette Lestrange's dream to become someone's executive secretary since she was young, and everything she did to this point in her life she did to be the best one there can be. She's very passionate and hard-working. She is relied upon by her friends and colleagues who both respect and admire her as a person and as a professional. Even how much dedicated and professional she is though, there are still things that she can't just let pass, just like the harassment she suffered from her new boss. Which ultimately caused the end of her career. At least that's what she thought... until she received an offer from the mysterious company 'The Mask'.

"A Promise of the Heart" is a poignant love story set in the picturesque Japanese town of Asahikawa. Raito, a reserved young man who runs a bookshop, meets Aimi, a girl who has moved from Tokyo seeking peace. Their shared love for literature and simple beauty forms the foundation of a deep connection. They experience a growing friendship, falling in love amidst the changing seasons. However, Aimi is called back to Tokyo to care for her sick father, and the couple faces a painful separation. After months of longing, Aimi returns, and they rebuild their life together. They expand Raito’s bookshop to showcase Aimi’s art, and their love story becomes a symbol of hope in the town. Eventually, they marry by the lake where they first met, solidifying their bond. The story concludes with their enduring love becoming a cherished legacy in the town, timeless as the cherry blossoms that bloom each spring.

Bleed for Her Honor : In the mystical mountains of olden Japan, Kaizen, a monk of the secluded Kurogane Monastery, is haunted by his past as a warrior and seeks redemption through a life of devotion. His disciplined world unravels when he meets Sayuri, a beautiful and enigmatic widow living under the shadow of the cruel Lord Daigo. Drawn to her warmth and resilience, Kaizen begins to question the rigid vows that have defined his life. As their forbidden love grows in secret, Kaizen becomes entangled in Sayuri’s dangerous world, where loyalty and betrayal blur. Unbeknownst to him, Sayuri is forced to conspire with Lord Daigo, who seeks revenge against the monastery. When Kaizen abandons his vows to save her, he finds himself betrayed and cast out from the temple. Now a broken man, Kaizen must confront his deepest fears and the ghosts of his past. When he learns of Sayuri’s imprisonment by Daigo, he sets out on a perilous quest to rescue her, risking everything for the woman he loves. Amid battles, sacrifices, and moral conflict, Kaizen discovers the true cost of love and redemption in a world bound by honor and cruelty. In a tale of passion, betrayal, and sacrifice, Bleed for Her weaves a poignant story of a man who risks his soul to protect the one who broke his heart.

A dragon who lived in a mountain for hundreds of years, undisturbed by humanity and other beings, gets herself unwillingly acquainted with a pheonix who had trespassed into her territory. The pheonix's presence annoys the dragon who wished to remain alone for a hundred more years but perhaps she could soften up to the bird in due time.

Shin had promised to protect his sister, but after a terrible attack by abyssal creatures, he and his sister Lynia, both orphans, had to flee into the titanic forest covering the world, where they fell into a chasm leading to the Mirror Forest. Five years after the liquid darkness separated the two siblings, Shin travels to the magical university of Melna to uncover the truth about what happened to him and find his missing sister. Will he come to terms with the darkness that threatens to overtake him, or will he be consumed by the strange organization called Reflection before he finds his sister? Discover Shin's dark journey, in a world where every mirror reflects a disturbed heart.

A Heart in Chains is a teen novel that follows the story of Elizabeth, a young woman whose life is turned upside down when her ex-boyfriend, Gift, kidnaps her mother and threatens to harm her unless Elizabeth complies with his demands. As Elizabeth navigates this terrifying situation, she reflects on a recent encounter with Jordan, the charming brother of her friend Alice, whom she met at a party. Despite the danger and uncertainty surrounding her, Elizabeth finds herself drawn to Jordan's caring nature. As the story unfolds, Elizabeth's past with Gift is revealed, including the shocking discovery that he was married and had killed his own brother. Elizabeth's emotional scars from this relationship are still raw, and she must confront her feelings and learn to trust again. Will Elizabeth be able to rescue her mother and find happiness with Jordan, or will Gift's sinister plans tear them apart?