Dancing Out Of The Shadows

At just 14, Lydia escapes an abusive home only to face the brutal realities of life on the streets. Battling assault, betrayal, and relentless hardship, she claws her way to a semblance of stability, only to marry Marcus, a man whose lies drag her into his criminal world. When Marcus flees, leaving Lydia and their son at the mercy of his vengeful enemies, she’s forced to fight for their survival. With the help of Daniel, a mysterious stranger with a troubled past, Lydia learns to protect herself and her child. But as danger closes in, she must confront her fears, uncover her inner strength, and fight for a future free from the shadows of her past. Shadows of Survival is a powerful story of resilience, redemption, and the unyielding love of a mother determined to survive.

The war waged between the Four Kingdoms of Jerakko has reached to its final peak. The kingdoms have depleted the last of their armies, equipment and resources, and are slowly starting to crumble under their own weight. As the war shows signs of coming to a close, suddenly a secret cultist regime appears to wipe them out and conquer the continent, and they’ve got an old and ancient evil power backing them. As a last effort to preserve their respective kingdoms and peoples. The monarchs of the Four Kingdoms come together to create a special forces group consisting of a male and female of each the four main races for one purpose only. To root out the cultist threat and neutralize this ancient evil. Can they make the journey to take out the heads of the beast? Or will they be halted by the perils on the way and be too late to save the final sieges on their homelands?

"I should have stayed home and played video games." This was Ray's last thought before darkness engulfed him after he was hit by a car. But surprisingly, instead of finding himself before the gates of hell after dying, Ray found out he was transmigrated into another world. The world Ray was transmigrated to was called Arora World, a place where you can use different kinds of skills, magic, and even acquire powerful classes. Ray found himself in the body of a young boy named Evan, who was studying in a hunter academy after awakening his abilities at the age of fourteen. At first, Ray was happy that he was transmigrated into the body of someone who had awakened his abilities and could use the magic he always wanted to use. However, as Ray went through Evan's memories, he finally realized that everything was not as simple as he had expected. Evan had a unique physique that didn't allow him to increase his power like other people. Because of this useless unique physique, Evan was the weakest hunter in the entire academy. And that was not all; the more Ray looked at Evan's memories, the more he realized just how troublesome his situation was. "I know I entered this body without buying a ticket, but isn't this too much?" Ray said in a depressed voice after going through Evan's memories. Will Ray be able to survive in this new world? Is the physique of his new body really useless? Join Ray on his adventure to find out.

"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

The world is not always as it seems. Beyond our everyday reality, greater things lie undiscovered—things that can bring both immense benefits and grave dangers. Mysteries, murders, clues, monsters, myths, and legends swirl around us, stemming from the minds of ancient thinkers and passed down through generations. Some believe, while others remain skeptical. Amidst these unsolved mysteries, one detective becomes so deeply involved that he unknowingly crosses into an unfamiliar realm. Here, he must relearn the very essence of common sense, facing trials that challenge his understanding of existence. In this wondrous yet terrifying world, the adage "seeing is believing" falls short. This detective, foretold in prophecies from a bygone era, holds a unique power. As the "Sacramentum Possessor," he is destined to protect others from harm and safeguard the planet from beings with extraordinary abilities. His journey is one of hidden fate, as he navigates a world where he must remain concealed to fulfill his purpose.

20 years ago the industrial revolution began, and everything changed. The world became flooded by new machines and weapons. Dreadnaughts the abominations of the sea, airships the rulers of the skies... But behind the scenes a much more mysterious power awakened. Veronica Navarro a 21 years old university student woke up in this strange new world. There are many questions around her, what is this place, how did she get here, and why is a knife sticking out of her chest?! She quickly learns the truth of this world and falls into a struggle between forces she never thought possible. Follow along Veronica as she uncovers mysteries about a world filled with Gods, Angels, Machinery, Divination, Corruption and Ascension!

"If the world stands in my way, if people threaten me or those who are dear to me, then I shall become the true darkness, the fear in their hearts that haunts them forever!" Lee Gaon was a professional gamer until one day she was framed as a cheater by a big gaming company and betrayed by those she held dear. Now she is known as Death Eater, a powerful dark entity in the game system world, slicing her enemies in half if they dare mess with her. Her path is now filled with blood and adventure as she desperately tries to find all who were dragged with her into this world—those who destroyed her life. She has only one goal now... "Revenge!" Content Warning: This work contains scenes of gore, violence, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised.

Vengeance is his very essence. He walks a path soaked in the blood of those who have wronged his mother, striking terror into the hearts of his enemies. Jargien Rayinor, a young man determined to kill his father, a god, will stop at nothing to achieve his goal.

In the year 2027, John Evigeni faces an abrupt end to his 24-year career retiring only as a team leader despite significant contributions. Fueled by regret, John's retirement party takes a dark turn leading him to a tragic end. However, he gets a second chance at life and inspired by his father decides to embark on a new journey as a Merchant. Follow John as he navigates through challenges and strives for a entirely different existence in this fresh start.

In a simulated reality known as the New World, Jin, a young man with extraordinary abilities, discovers the truth about his existence. He learns that the Shadow Council, a powerful organization, controls the New World and seeks to eliminate anyone with special abilities.Jin takes the Stage to Save Humanity

In a universe teeming with political intrigue, cosmic powers, and mysterious cultivation systems, Rynor Valcairn, heir to the Ebon Starline Clan, faces a destiny far darker than any of his peers could imagine. Cursed by a shadowed entity during a celestial event, Rynor becomes a "Sinner," severed from the natural flow of fate. To survive, he hides his true nature behind a carefree, reckless facade while secretly harnessing the forbidden powers of dual cultivation—light and shadow. Rynor’s journey unfolds across a series of sprawling realms and challenges that test his ambitions, rebellion against the cosmic order, and mastery over the forces of light and shadow.

A dramatic, eventful love story between the Crown Prince and the Supreme General of the Heavenly Empire! This is an Omegaverse story (A/B/O) with a lot of knives at the beginning. Stay away unless you are used to reading danmeis like 2ha, MDZS, etc.. Following the Heavenly Emperor's death, Crown Prince Xie Jianyu's Fuxi Palace was attacked by a combined force of Longjing Palace and Wuyang Palace. The confrontation between Supreme General Zhang Fengxi resulted in Xie Jianyu's death, after which Zhang Fengxi found out that he did not know Xie Jianyu at all. First, Xie Jianyu was an omega and not an alpha. Second, Zhang Fengxi slept with Xie Jianyu before. Third, Xie Jianyu gave birth to Zhang Fengxi's son. When given the chance to return to the past, will Zhang Fengxi be able to undo his mistakes? Will Xie Jianyu be able to escape his tragic end? Let this author take you on a fascinating journey (⁠｡⁠･⁠ω⁠･⁠｡⁠)⁠ﾉ⁠♡

when a man has nothing to lose they are the most dangerous. all Maximus wants to do is get revenge on the orc King that killed his parents but why did the orc King come to such a small village to personally destroy it and what's the strange notebook his father left him follow Maximus on a journey of self discovery and adventure

"Shadows of Crimson Hearts: A Deadly Dance of Love and War" is a gripping novel set in the crime-infested city of Veridium. Our protagonist, Seraphine Laroche, begins as a vulnerable outsider but is catapulted into a treacherous journey of self-discovery and empowerment. As Seraphine delves deeper into the city's dark underbelly, she becomes entangled in a web of seduction, betrayal, and deadly secrets. Alongside enigmatic ally Ethan Blackwood, she must navigate a dangerous dance of love and war, while facing formidable enemies and uncovering the truth that could change the fate of Veridium. With a captivating blend of action, romance, and suspense, this novel keeps readers riveted as they follow Seraphine's transformation from weakness to strength in a city pulsing with crime and intrigue.

Society views witches as abominations, and as such, treats them that way. While on an errand for her coven, Lilith spies on a young Lycan boy playing with his friends, wistful for the life she could have had. In a twist of fate, she encounters him again, and a relationship blossoms between them. But in a world that wants nothing to do with witches, will their relationship survive the stigma? @ Art by Thorkell_40k

Pulled into an unknown dimension where magic rules and technology is rare, Zeta is forced to confront a world that defies everything he knows. Stranded with only his damaged ship and LYRA, the AI companion who has become his only ally, he must navigate a world of powerful mages, dangerous knights, and arcane forces. As he learns to balance his futuristic tech with the untamed power of magic, Zeta embarks on a journey not only to survive—but to rise. What was once a battle for escape becomes a quest to unlock the secrets of both worlds, as new alliances form, enemies rise, and a greater cosmic threat looms on the horizon.

Maybe it was fate, were we destined to be from the beginning or destined to be apart?, or maybe we were just two lost souls searching for love in places and people couldn't find it, we were similar and different at the same time, we found ourselves in this dark room of hope till the light came, supported eachother in every endeavours, we were strong together an unbreakable force, and maybe and just maybe we might die together as fate seemed to have brought us closer but still set us apart.

In a kingdom shrouded in eternal twilight after a cursed war, Delilah, a deadly assassin fueled by vengeance, infiltrates high society to kill the Eclipsed King and end the darkness. To dismantle his defenses, she targets Alden, the King’s loyal Chief of Command—unaware he’s her childhood friend from brighter days. Posing as a noblewoman, Delilah arranges a calculated marriage to Alden, but as their paths intertwine, she is torn between her mission and the forbidden love that could destroy them both. But there is something that Delilah doesn't know, and very soon, the truth will shock her. _________________ (I know the story is progressing very slowly. I want to give the story gradual twists and turns. Please stay engaged with the story because it will soon take a much better turn. Due to the large number of characters, I am introducing them in the initial chapters. Thank you, guys.)

Artemis Vincent's life was pretty much bad before but as if the universe wanted to make things worse her parents died in a car accident, leaving her alone in their house. Not long, she is sent packing by the landlord as she could no longer fend for herself. Artemis started to hustle even for food. She goes to a restaurant one day, sees a gold watch and steals it. Unknown to her the gold watch belongs to one of the most powerful men in California. When Artemis is caught, she is given a choice. Die in jail or be the mistress to this powerful and utterly ruthless man.

They said, young maidens sipped levender in hopes that they would be blessed a dream in which they would see their true love. But for her it was never a dream or was it? Wake up in reality live your life and change her destiny. There was no existence of her untill she lost her past self. Not everyone get a sceond chance to live...and for life, you don't have to calculate every step just hold your heart and let it be....

Emmie’s heart pounded as the figure rose from the shadows, thicker and grayer than before—a far more earthbound and sinister version of the one he thought he’d conquered. The sparkling light from the crystals above seemed to be sucked away, leaving a suffocating emptiness. Even the sound of his friends’ breaths around him grew faint, their voices—one of concern, another of reassurance—muffled echoes through the cavern behind him. Yet he knew he had to press forward, deeper into the darkness, and face this alone. For now. The figure stepped closer, slow and deliberate, its glowing eyes radiating an icy malevolence. “You think you’ve overcome your fears?” it hissed, its voice sharp and grating. “That was nothing. I am the fog inside you—the one you ignore, the one that carves at you.” Emmie swallowed hard, forcing himself upright despite the shaking in his legs. “I’m not afraid of you,” he said, summoning courage he didn’t fully feel. “I’ve come too far to turn back.” The figure’s laughter crawled down his spine. “Brave, so brave… but so foolish. You’ve barely begun to uncover the truths buried in your soul. Your doubts, your regrets, your anger—they feed me.” For a moment, Emmie faltered. The words clawed at wounds he’d tried to ignore, stirring his doubts: Could he truly protect his friends? Were his choices enough? The darkness seemed to press closer, suffocating him with its weight. But then he remembered Mira’s voice, full of faith. He thought of Amara’s bright laughter and Cory’s unwavering support. They had believed in him when he couldn’t believe in himself. “Maybe I do doubt,” Emmie admitted, meeting the figure’s glowing gaze. “But those doubts don’t define me. My friends believe in me, and I believe in myself.” The figure’s eyes narrowed, frustration flickering within. “Conviction alone won’t save you,” it hissed. “Your friends are far, and here, it’s just you and me.” It raised its arm, and the shadows coiled into smoky tendrils, striking toward him. Emmie dodged just in time as they slammed into the ground, shattering the stone and sending shards flying. His heart raced, his footing unsteady, but he pushed himself upright. A faint light flickered in his hand—small but wholly his. The figure laughed, mocking him. “Is that all? A tiny flicker? Pathetic.” Emmie clenched his jaw. “It’s enough,” he said. “This light is everything I fought for, everything I believe in.” The figure snarled, and the darkness surged again, crashing against Emmie’s light. Straining against the tide, he closed his eyes and steadied his breathing. He thought of his friends, their unwavering faith, and his purpose. The light steadied, burning brighter. At that moment, he heard their voices—Mira, Amara, and Cory—calling to him. The sound reignited his resolve. As their light joined his, the shadow recoiled, its form shattering under their combined strength. The figure’s voice echoed as it faded: “This isn’t over, Emmie. This is just the beginning.” Emmie stood firm, unwavering. “I’ll be ready. Let’s finish this.”

A wealthy CEO, Ethan Knight, unknowingly reconnects with Sara, a single mother secretly raising his child. As their paths intertwine, old passions ignite, and buried secrets ...

# Arranged marriage #Paranormal Romance -She was his sweet peach. His wish. His eternity. His redemption. His to corrupt and his to command. He has and would never love any the way he loved her- Hermione Barclay, an attractive princess suffered a tragic past which caused her to isolate herself, frightened by the presence of people, poor constructions of words... The memory of the vampire boy whom she had once felt safe around remained etched in her innermost self and she fantasized about nothing but him. Years later, a marriage proposal arrived and she was to wed the same man she had always dreamt about, unfortunately, her expectations of him were crushed. He only cared for her because he was asked to, not because he wanted to. Dark and Tragic twists awaited her in her new home, how was she going to survive?

Being betrothed at an early age, Mandy only knew Holmer has her husband to be all her life! tables turned when she was left for another woman, will she get over him and survive the huge blow?

In a realm shrouded by eternal darkness, the Demon King Lucian Draven rules with an iron will and an unmatched command of forbidden power. Feared by mortals and immortals alike, he is a sovereign of unyielding shadows, bent on protecting his kingdom from ancient foes that threaten to upend the delicate balance of power. But Lucian's existence is disrupted when he encounters Erynn, a fierce yet mysterious warrior with secrets as deep as his own. Bound by fate and driven by vengeance, she challenges everything he stands for, sparking a dangerous alliance that could either save their world or destroy it completely. As war looms and betrayal brews within his court, Lucian must navigate an intricate web of power, trust, and forbidden desire. Together, Lucian and Erynn must uncover ancient truths, face unimaginable horrors, and forge a bond strong enough to shatter the darkness—or risk succumbing to it. Sovereign of Shadows is an epic tale of power, romance, and destiny, where the line between savior and destroyer blurs, and the fate of a kingdom hinges on the courage of two unlikely souls.

In a world where power defines status, Eren Veyrath, a downtrodden F-rank youth, dreams of ascending to the coveted S-rank—a title reserved for the elite. Ridiculed for his lack of talent, Eren's journey seems impossible until a mysterious system awakens within him. Unlike anything the world has seen, the system offers him unparalleled opportunities for growth—but at a cost shrouded in mystery. Accepted into Arkanis Academy, the world's premier training institution for future heroes, Eren must navigate a perilous path filled with rivalries, deadly trials, and the intrigue of powerful factions. Alongside his unlikely allies—the brilliant Celia Ardent and the enigmatic Lucius Drelthorne—Eren uncovers a web of secrets linking his newfound power to ancient forces lurking in the shadows. As Eren grows stronger, he discovers that his system has a darker side, tied to a sinister force that threatens the balance of the world. Hunted by shadowy figures and distrusted by those around him, Eren must learn to wield his abilities while unraveling the mysteries of his past. In a tale of action, adventure, and self-discovery, Shadows of the S-Class explores the journey of an underdog fighting against impossible odds to claim his destiny. But as Eren delves deeper into the shadows, he must ask himself: Is the price of power too high to pay?