The Bride Wore Black

There was breaking news in Beijing. “Master Qiao’s wife for twelve years ran away! Without taking her son with her!” Rumors spread like wildfire. Some said that Master Qiao was two-faced with a cold attitude which led to an unhappy marriage. Others said his wife got together with another man. And a few said, their son was too ugly. One day, the little boy found Ye Jiaqi and cried,” Qiqi, daddy says I was bought from a pet shop.” “How can you buy such a gorgeous son from the pet shop,” Ye Jiaqi replied, “You were obviously won… From a lottery.” … Twenty years ago, he had spoiled her to the heavens. Twenty years later, he spoiled both of them to the heavens and back. And from then on, Master Qiao had only one person in his heart.

What exactly does it mean to be his bride? *** Every year, in each of the seven villages that made up the great Kingdom of Ignas, a Choosing Ritual was conducted. During this Chosing Ritual, one of the ladies in the village would be chosen to be the dreaded Dragon King's Bride. No one knew exactly why the ritual was being performed every year or what happened to the brides that had been chosen in the past. Was he turning them into slaves? Feeding them to his dragon? Or was he... feeding on them? That couldn't be ruled out. After all, there were rumours that the king wasn't like them, that he wasn't human. Yet the question relentlessly troubled the people's heart. What was he using them for?! But they dared not question the King, afraid of what fate daring to go against him would be. Anyways, none of these was Belladonna's business. Although it was her village's turn to produce a bride this year, she was certain she wouldn't get chosen. Why? Well, because she had a plan and she was absolutely certain it wouldn't fail her... or would it? *** Note - This novel contains mature content. - Cover isn't mine. Full credit to the artist. Should they require that I take it down, I will. __ Want to give me more inspiration? Weekly Goals. 15 golden tickets - 1 bonus chapter. 200 power stones - 1 bonus chapter. ((Please help me meet them, thank you!)) Please check out my other books. 1. Stealing The Alphas' Soul (In a competition, please support). 2. Mated To The King Of Darkness 3. Dangerously Yours Till Eternity. Also, please check out "MOANSTERS // Reverse Harem" if you are interested in Reverse Harem stories. Thank you!

Anastacia Kenneth, the first daughter from a family of four. Has to find a way to fend for her family, her efforts are almost futile. It’s a shock to her when she receives an envelope and an invitation card, inviting her for a marriage…. Her marriage. She seems dismayed and angry but it doesn’t count for anything, since she has no choice and has no say. She knows she has to do it for the sake of her family. At the age of 19, Anastacia got married to Bruce Williams, a billionaire, who seems to be ruthless and loveless …. The circumstances she’s facing makes her succumb to this spiteful deal, she doesn’t know what consequences her action would lead to, but does she have a choice? Anastacia always had to build a wall around her heart, but for some reason, she let her guard down for Mr Bruce Williams, and only him. It was something about the way he made her feel. Her life with Mr. Bruce Williams seemed to be everything she thought it would be not until secrets began to unfold and she began to realize why she was who she was with him and why he was who he was with her. She never wanted to blame her parents for the situation but she knew that someday, she’ll get the closure that she deserves. Her ability to be resilient despite everything she has been through is always unmatched. From the way she tries so hard to protect her little sister, down to her ability to be fending for her family at such a young age.

She was married to a wealthy alpha when she was 20. She was forced to live as a widow at the age of 21 despite her husband being alive and well. Anabella lived her life suppressing her emotions and what she felt, all for the sake of her family. Her parents sold her off to secure a future for their Alpha son, while the family she got married into was not ready to accept her. Her husband hated her, his gaze searching for someone else among the crowd. And her son-in-law sought the image of his mother in someone else, not giving her a chance even to get close. Life was not...great. So, Anabella decided to end it all and run away. If she were going to live as a widow, despite her marriage, then she would make the best of it and ensure that she would not have to repress herself. After all, even if she was married, Anabella was not marked. And for some, that was enough reason to accept and welcome her to her new life. ...... MXFXF relationship. Female alphas are futas, so come in expecting that It will have yuri and a lot of R18 content. You have been warned beforehand

Sophia's life has been nothing more than a loving hell for as long as she can remember. Born into a noble family but kidnapped and sold to the human farms ever since she was a child, pain and suffering are all she has ever known. She escapes the kidnappers momentarily and manages to run into Alexander Sabastine, the young billionaire heir to Sabastine’s fortune. Will he be able to rescue her from this misery and give her the love and happiness she seeks

Felicia’s life is shattered when her father sells her to a mafia lord, the Bianchi family to settle a debt. She’s forced to marry Nelson Bianchi, a powerful and ruthless mafia heir. Felicia started her new life within the Bianchi clan, she uncovers dark secrets and lies about the mafia. Despite her initial hatred towards Nelson, they developed a complicated and slow burn for each other. Will Felicia and Nelson overcome the danger and deceit surrounding them, will their pasts tear them apart or will their love be destroyed by the mafia’s deadly rules??

Eira Morgan never believed she’d bargain with a monster—until her brother’s life depended on it. When a haunting sketch leads her to the doorstep of Caius Draven, the infamous vampire lord of Ravensmoor, Eira is prepared to offer her blood in exchange for her brother’s freedom. But Caius wants something far more dangerous: her hand in marriage. Bound by a blood covenant she doesn’t fully understand, Eira is thrust into a world of ruthless politics, ancient rivalries, and deadly secrets. As the human bride of a predator, her fiery defiance and sharp wit spark a dangerous game of power with Caius, whose golden eyes see too much—and hide even more. But the blood bond between them is stronger than either anticipated, awakening forbidden desires that could shatter them both. As threats close in from all sides, Eira must decide: will she fight her captor, or stand beside him as something more powerful than prey? In a world where love is dangerous, one thing is certain: surrender is not an option.

Ibrahim Rahman, a notorious mafia boss in the hearts of Kuala Lumpur. In the underground world, his influence extended into the darkest corners of the city. At the age of 35, he was feared and respected, a man who commanded loyalty and never took 'no' for an answer. On the other hand, Ava Lim, a 23-year-old University student, is a world away from his dark realm. She is a shy and innocent girl. Their paths converged at a wedding. Ibrahim's eyes locked onto Ava from the moment she stepped into the wedding. From that instant, he knew that he wanted her, and he was determined to make her his, no matter the cost. As the days turned into weeks, Ava couldn't shake the feeling of being watched, the eerie sensation that someone was tracking her every move. Her world was rapidly changing, and she had no idea why. She was blissfully unaware of the darkness that lurked in the shadows, the world she was about to be thrust into. One fateful night, Ibrahim orchestrated her kidnapping from the quiet neighborhood she called home. Will Ibrahim make Ava fall in love with him or Ava will try to to choose the path of revenge?

“You are the least objectionable groom of all the ones I’ve seen,” Anaisa replied seriously. “Thank you for the glowing compliment,” Trace grinned, “but that didn’t quite answer my question.” ___ Anaisa is an orphan and a pariah. In an ultimate act of betrayal, her father, a Count of the Realm, is accused of deserting and betraying the army in a time of war. Not only is he immediately executed for the offense, but the king declares he must have been a fake all along! His two daughters are stripped of their titles and inheritance, replaced by a distant cousin and cast out of their home with nothing. Anaisa swears someday she will get her title and lands back, but in the mean time, she and her sister Katia have to figure out how to survive. Trace is an anomaly among his people; instead of revealing their son as a magic user and thrusting him into the public eye, his parents kept it a secret to allow him to choose the kind of life he wanted. Trace found himself content to rest and play in his own dream world instead of invading the nighttime visions of others. As an adult, his choice to remain unknown is thrown into jeopardy when a mysterious blackmailer forces Trace to enlist in the territorial war between nations, threatening to reveal his secret if the demand is not met. With the war now over, Trace believes he can finally go home to his farm and live the simple, unremarkable life he’s always desired. When Anaisa and Trace are thrown together by a royal edict, the sisters find themselves unwittingly tangled in the web of mystery and intrigue that surrounds the blackmailer’s escalating assignments for Trace. Anaisa begins to suspect it may be connected to the plot to replace her family in the noble court. As the scheme continues to unfold, lives, loves, marriages, and magic will be put to the test to see what forces in the world are strongest.

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] Reborn into the world of her favorite novel, 'Auberon's Edge', as the maid of an unimportant side character - the doomed princess who would be married off to the villain and then killed in a fit of anger some time after they were married - Rache is faced with a moral dilemma: does she use her knowledge to flee the to-be-conquered nation and live somewhere she knows will be safe, or risk upturning the fate of the book by warning Princess Airie about her impending doom? Before Rache can decide, she's ambushed in her bedroom by the princess' guard. Knowing how dangerous the black hearted prince of Sidera is, the princess declares she's forcing her maid to go in her place due to the maid bearing a striking resemblance to her own rare features, while the real princess goes into hiding until her parents can find a way to get untangled from Sidera's web. "Remember, if the prince finds out the truth, he'll kill you first." Trapped in a marriage to a cold-hearted sadist who only loves violence, railroaded into a pointless ending before the story even begins. There is no escape to this twisted romance but death. Rache - the new Princess Airie - will not go so quietly into the night. "Let's break up!"

Life was mediocre for Amara until her Master brought a proposal for her or more like, it was an order: she was to marry the wicked Lord Damien. Refusal was out of the question for her, as she was merely a slave —a servant burdened by her parents' debts. Just when all hope seemed lost, and she resigned herself to her fate, a mysterious man shows up in front of her, kills the evil old lord, kidnaps her brother, and gives her certain tasks to complete. If she doesn't, then he will kill her brother. As Amara embarks on her journey to save her brother, she finds herself in the clutches of a handsome prince - a devil prince. Despite the danger that surrounds him, she is instantly drawn to his captivating charms. As she struggles to fulfill the tasks set by the mysterious man, her heart is pulled in two directions. On one hand, she feels an undeniable attraction to the devil prince; on the other, she is determined to do whatever it takes to save her brother's life. Will Amara be able to complete the tasks given to her by the mysterious man? Will she be able to save her brother's life? And what will happen when her assigned tasks clash with her feelings for the devil prince, forcing her to choose between her love for him and her family? *** The cover doesn't belong to me. All credit goes to the original owner.

When Elizabeth Hayes, a woman who loves art and music returns home to save her family's failing gallery,she never expects to find herself in the crosshairs of Xavier Coles,a billionaire known for his ruthless business acumen and cold demeanor. The Cole's family owns half of the businesses in New York City, and now, Xavier sights are set on Elizabeth's family asset. Desperate to save her family's legacy, Elizabeth confronts Xavier only to be surprised when he offers her an unextended deal: he will save her gallery but on one condition SHE MUST MARRY HIM. What will happen when she begins to see glimpse of the man behind the cold facade.

Life was steady—maybe not ideal, but manageable—for Evelyn Morgan, the overlooked daughter of a powerful business magnate and his unforgiving wife. Evelyn’s world revolves around a thankless life in the Morgan Mansion, where she's treated as little more than a maid, despite being family by blood. But everything changes the night her glamorous sister Diane, the chosen heiress, vanishes without a trace, leaving Evelyn with an unexpected and weighty responsibility. To save her family’s reputation and future, Evelyn must step in as Diane’s replacement, meeting with the mysterious and notoriously wealthy Mr. Volkow. Rumored to be a crippled recluse, he is nothing like she expected—gorgeous, intense, and unnervingly sharp. Evelyn quickly realizes her life will never be quite the same, especially as she navigates a world where her role and her heart seem more complicated than she ever imagined. But with each encounter, Evelyn begins to wonder if she’s in over her head...

Getting transmigrated inside a novel is not really a bad thing—you know the story, you have the power of the future in your hand, you know all the hidden keys. You might as well end up as the most powerful and omniscient being in that world. That is, if you don’t wake up during the epilogue. And yet I find myself in the body of a fallen priest at the end of the novel, a tragic hero who had his mana circuit broken in the last war, being shunned, drown in debt, and destined to die not long after. Fortunately, I know just the cure. Unfortunately, the cure was in the hand of one of the Demon Lords—you know, the race that my kingdom just wage war with. Would he give me the cure if I asked him politely? There’s no harm in trying, right? I’d die if I didn’t get the cure, anyway. “Sure, but you have to be my bride as the price,” the Demon Lord said. ...huh? Sir, you know I’m (technically) a priest, right?

In the court, Naveah waited for her boyfriend’s arrival to marry her. Instead she received a message with his lame excuse. Dumped by James, cheated on, ridiculed by him on social media, Naveah swears revenge. Naveah vows to marry the first rich looking guy she would encounter on her way out. Seeing a luxurious vehicle outside, she breaks the windshield and waits. “Oops! I don’t have money to pay, but I can pay back by warming your bed.” Nolan was amused by her guts, lifting her chin and offering her something else. “Marry me and we are even!”

The silly girl replaced her sister to marry a disabled man. Not long after, the silly girl suddenly became smart and the disabled man suddenly wasn't disabled anymore. While the outside world was in an uproar. Gloria Price was being pinned against the door, failing to escape for the umpteenth time. furious Gloria Price yelled "Hey, I'm here for revenge, not to fall in love with you." Someone said dotingly, "Sweetheart, I'll hit the face for you. I'll deal with the scum for you, I'll take revenge for you! You don't need to lift a finger.

After 15 years of war between the two major mafia groups of London ,the Blade mafia family and the Darkwood society ,Kiara Blade 3rd daughter of the leader of the blade mafia family (Leo Blade) is given off for marriage treaty to the new Mafia lord of Darkwood society Xander Darkwood.Unbeknowst to Xander, Kiara has been sent as a trained spy to uncover the weakness of the Darkwood society.As secrets and weaknesses are exposed ,kate is torn at the dark secret linking her to Xander

In a world delicately balanced between the realms of Humans, Saints, and Demons, 16-year-old Rosamila dreams of nothing more than her 17th birthday, when she'll marry the love of her life and finally ascend as an adult. But her dreams shatter during the sacred ascension ritual when an ancient, forbidden truth is revealed: Rosamila harbors a demon spirit within her. Before she can comprehend the implications, she is abducted to the shadowy and dangerous Demon Realm. There, whispers of a sinister prophecy surround her-a sacrifice needed to awaken the long-slumbering Demon Queen, the most ruthless ruler in history. Rosamila finds herself trapped in a web of lies, power, and deceit, unsure whom to trust as she uncovers secrets about her spirit, her family, and the fragile peace between realms. Determined to escape her grim fate, Rosamila must harness untapped powers within herself and defy a destiny written in blood and fate. But can a girl from the Human Realm face the might of the strongest Demons and resist becoming the sacrifice for the ultimate destruction of the balance of the worlds?

Warning: Mature Content Trigger Warning: Abuse, Trauma, Psychological *It's full of red flags. Don't tell me I didn't warn you all. Blue Learley, a seventeen-year-old girl, lived in a small town with her parents and two brothers. Everything was going as usual until that fateful night when her life changed forever. Demetrius Easton, the merciless werewolf king, got his eyes on her and wanted her as his bride. When her own parents sold her to him, she had no way of escaping him and no one to turn to for help. *** “I don’t want to stay away for too long. Sometimes I fear the bird might fly away.” “The bird doesn’t have a home. The outside world is dangerous for it. And besides, the bird has already found its freedom inside,” I said. “The bird won’t fly away.” ‘So you don’t have to cut its wings since it did not grow them in the first place. It’s okay. The bird likes the cage anyway.’ *** Support my other works: *Silence*- It is a crime-filled thriller novel with a blooming romance between two teenagers. It is about love, friendship and betrayal. Trust me, the twists will keep you on edge. The Mask Of The Monster where you can read the love blooming between a human girl and a terrifying-looking monster The cover is not mine. Source: Devianart

***** "And the kiss last night?" he asked, stepping closer until she could feel the warmth of him so near. Katrina clutched the roses, heart pounding, feeling the butterflies rising in her. His eyes held her, intense and filled with an emotion she couldn't name. "I don't regret it," he murmured. "I meant every bit of it, and I'd love to—" Katrina didn't let him finish. She pulled him close and pressed her lips to his, unable to resist any longer.  He responded immediately, his arms wrapping around her waist, pulling her close.  His kiss was slow and deep, full of a passion that set her on fire. ****** King Karl of Xylonia, known as the masked king, is feared by all. Cursed at birth to die at 25, he hides half his face behind a mask, leaving everyone wondering what lies beneath. Ruthless and cold-hearted, he never expected to fall in love—until Katrina enters his life. Katrina, a slave-princess, is treated like a servant in her own home because she was born outside of marriage. When her father can't repay his debt to King Karl, he offers his eldest daughter in placed of his youngest daughter, claiming she has a magical touch that heals with a simple massage. Intrigued, the king agrees. But Katrina was never the chosen one, and the healing power is a lie. As the king starts to fall for her, Katrina is trapped in a web of deceit. How long can she keep her secret before the vengeful king uncovers the truth? And when he does, will their love survive—or will the mask of the king hide a fury that could destroy them both? Contain 18+ scenes detailed explicit content. Hot Romance, Dark secrets. #Not your regular Dark-Romance novel#

[MATURE CONTENT] Chloe Betram, the beautiful daughter of Cuthbert Betram, leader and ruler of the humans in a City where the vampires invaded, the City of Galea, had a long-life dream to get married and build a home with Geoffrey Fergal, an infamous farmer. However, that dream is crushed when her father informs her that she would be getting married to the ruthless General and ruler of the vampires, General Grant Reynard. General Grant Reynard wasn't just a vampire - the creature that had taken over the humans' land and massacred them - he was a ruthless General that led the terrorism conspired by the vampires against the humans and had massacred over 100 nations. However, Chloe's marriage to the General was more than it seems. Chloe was infact the reincarnation of one of the people General Grant had murdered brutally. Chloe is cursed to reincarnate into General Grant's bride in order to save the world from the plague that is General Grant. She is a sacrifice.

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

*Author's other work (She belongs to the Demon King)* *** They say opposite attracts, that's a lie. Opposites kill each other! When a hot blood meets another hot blood, things are bound to get burnt. That is exactly what happens when the pompous and prideful elven princess, Neriah of the Avelah Kingdom is forced to marry the brash dragon Prince, Barak of the Trago Kingdom. Neriah's goal is to someday break away from her marriage and run away with the love of her life, Lyle of the Niles. While Barak will do everything to keep her as a wife. Neriah is certain she's in love with another, but she's also certain that no one can ignite the kind of passion her husband brings. Her husband who she hates more than anything. Can the flames of passion be drawn from hate? Can that same passion burn down the walls of lies, betrayal, and hurt? Can its ashes transcend into love? Excerpt "I am a rose, a beautiful flower, delicate and precious! But you my dear sir are nothing but the thorny stem! Prickly, dangerous and very harmful!" ranted Neriah while poking his chest with her index finger. "Well you seem to forget one important detail, my love." He calmly grabbed her poking hand. "And what would that be, my fine sir?" "That the thorny stem and the rose grow together. The delicate rose and the prickly thorn, they belong together my dear." "You—" "And no amount of ranting and raging will change that. You think I want to keep a witch like you? You are a pain in the neck. If I am a thorn then you are a piece of fish bone stuck inside my neck. I cannot swallow and I can not spit it out! I just have to bear it!" "You insolent bastard! Do you mean to say I am a burden!" "Well you are no precious prize, are you?" And that was it, she threw herself at him with her claws ready to mar his face, but he was quicker and he caught both her hands with one of his own and pressed her heaving chest upon his. Golden eyes stared deep into hers. They were as green as the fresh leaves on an orange tree. His fingers caressed her face, “You might not be a precious prize, but by the heavens, you are mine.” And his lips fell on hers, and once again, another argument was drowned.

Magic and Wizards; Superhumans and Superheroes. Science and technology; Gods and Sovereigns, Blessings and Curses... The one who faces them all yet lives to tell the tale, what should they be called? Across the two continents of East and West lays the beautiful and majestic mountains of Eversin. Above, the even more majestic Blue Sky as it casts it's serene eyes everywhere — may it be the tranquil water or the chaotic storms. Yet, what surpassed all of this was the incident of the Blackest Depths. ... Volume1: Twilight — Completed. Volume2: Bright Night — Coming soon!

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

Un pasado marcado con sangre y un destino incierto, Alex un mercenario de una de las peores bandas es mandado a otro mundo luego de sufrir un accidente, en aquel mundo descubrirá cosas extraordinarias y vivirá grandes aventuras con el Black Ring el tesoro del universo. Aunque no esta solo, ya que su pasado lo perseguirá para pasarle factura de lo que alguna vez le hizo a muchas personas.

life core is everything for demons but what will happen when the demon’s king betrays his own people and give some life cores to human’s king

Meeting him was all it took to shatter all that she believed. One fateful night was all that was required to have her questioning her existence and the world around her. Up until the moment she crossed paths with Helios Sloan, Eliana led an ordinary, mundane life. Helios, a man renowned by many but encountered by only a few, had a reputation that preceded him with unfavorable tales. However, Eliana held a contrasting perspective. Despite the stark contrasts between them, Eliana perceived a similarity. Helios, also known as The Demon, was more than just a nickname. Eliana found herself inexplicably drawn to his darkness, challenging her previous perceptions. She came to the realization that she shared more in common with him than she had initially thought. Born to a bloodline beyond the natural yet unknown to her, Eliana possesses abilities that are beyond her comprehension. To uncover the hidden truth, she must venture with him into an unknown world where their trust in each other was tested as secrets were revealed to them.