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"Let's make a bet, shall we?" It all started with a bet. Even though Jack was chosen to climb the tower, he didn't choose to do it due to his family issues. Jack decided to remain 'outside' and help out his family while his older brother decided to climb the tower. Though he felt a sense of betrayal, Jack endured it all. He worked long hours and took multiple part-time jobs, hoping that everything would work out eventually. But instead everything went spiraling down. In a last-ditch effort, Jack decided to take a huge gamble. A bet. --- Author Note: New Author here. Hope you guys enjoy. Beginning is a bit long but hope you guys stick around.

"the world gotta end" we all have those thoughts once in a while but what if the unexpected happens and the life you used to know disappear you gotta adjust to a whole new mess a world we have no information a world we think we're prepared for and have been dreaming is not exactly going as planned sink o' swim but nvm moving when youre anchor’d to some stuff that's going to drag you down to the depths of the life you think you know

Welcome to the world of Ava and Ethan, two people who, despite their brilliant professional accomplishments, are utterly baffled by the modern complexities of dating. Overwhelmed by the relentless pressure from their well-meaning-yet undeniably meddling-families, they devise a bold, if slightly reckless, solution: a sham relationship. This is not your average rom-com plot; there is so much more to this. Ava is a driven marketing executive who happens to be fiercely independent and in control. Ethan, on the other hand, is a successful entrepreneur who prides himself on being sharp-witted and a strategic thinker. Their plan, perfectly planned with strategic social media posts and strategically scheduled "dates," is at first without flaw. But as they navigate awkward family dinners, increasingly elaborate lies, and the unexpected consequences of their charade, the line between fiction and reality begins to blur. That perfectly built world of Ava and Ethan gets threatened the moment Ava's charming yet manipulative ex-boyfriend and Ethan's ambitious, cutthroat business rival appear. The situation is further made precarious by adding intrigue and conflict to an already delicate situation. This novel covers the modern relationship intricacies, including family pressures, societal expectations, and struggles in balancing personal desire with professional ambitions. It's a self-discovery story, vulnerable, and those surprising ways love finds us when we try hardest to avoid it. Get ready for a whirlwind romance that is full of wisecracks, heartwarming moments, and undeniable chemistry between two people who are determined to take their lives into their own hands-even if that means muddling through a minefield of artfully construed lies and unexpected truths. Get ready to root for Ava and Ethan as they go on a journey of self-discovery.unexpected romance, and the hilarious chaos that ensues when a well-intentioned plan goes spectacularly awry.

Jahr 2056, in einer Stadt in der Region Yuan Jiang Su Jin. Auf dem Dach eines zerstörten, zertrümmerten sechsstöckigen Wohnhauses sitzt ein Teenager, der eine Kampfweste, eine militaristische Hose und legierte Kampfstiefel trägt. Auf dem Rücken trägt er einen sechseckigen Schild und ist mit einem Blutschatten-Kampfmesser ausgerüstet. Er sitzt schweigend am Rande des Daches. Zu dieser Zeit leuchtete der Himmel und ein erfrischender Wind wehte ihm entgegen. Doch in der zerstörten, verlassenen Stadt herrschte nur Stille, mit einem gelegentlichen Heulen, das das Herz höher schlagen ließ.

Her only mistake, was loving the wrong person. She's an orphan, lost her mom at birth and dad five years later. Her aunt became her guardian and got her into modeling school, where she met Jackson. He not only became her manager, he won her heart and they got married in the space of three months against her aunt’s wish. Jackson gave her love, beauty, money... but little did she know it was only a façade. A bait to lure her and hide his arrogant and obsessive heart. Their marriage lasted four years and she endured his abuse until one night when she finally got a chance to escape. Moving into Atlanta seemed like a fresh start until she crossed paths with Jake Robbins, the handsome billionaire heir. "Make me, yours, marry me, Laura." Jake let out. "What?!" Laura opened her eyes wide, staring at the man smirking at her. Saying the most sacred words, using the most casual tone. “We are in the middle of nowhere for goodness sake!” she added “The next minute is not guaranteed, so why wait?” He shrugged. Never in a million years did she ever imagine talking about marriage with the grumpy and arrogant billionaire heir, not after the hell she went through in her traumatic former life. However, with Jake, there was something different, but what happens when her past comes to light? Find out in this story!

The story explores several themes, including deception, manipulation, family dynamics, love, and redemption.

On a particular day, an application was installed on Sunwoo’s phone. Sunwoo finds out about female BJ streamers’ hidden secrets using the app. He then uses those secrets to get closer to the girls…

Wait right there!!! You stopped?! Good. Now, read below. I know what you guys are here for, so let me make it clear from the beginning, this novel has everything you want to see, like... Milfs, Virgins, Netori, No Yuri, Act of keeping the bloodline pure, Oyakodon, Succubus, Vampires, Elves, Queens in the harem, Princesses, Gilfs, Demonesses, Angels, Goddesses, Dragons, Phoenixes, Dryads, long seggs scenes, Dual cultivation, Cultivation, System, Yandere, Overpowered MC, and many more. This was something for the more cultured people, but besides these, this novel also has... wanna guess what is it? Hmm...?! Yep, you got it! A good story, that won't make you feel bored, if you don't quit in the beginning that is. It has many plot twists and many new concepts that you won't see in any other novel. I won't tell you anything about the story. You will know a basic idea from Chapter 1 (that's a bit generic though). But you will love it, I assure you of that. Now, as for the release of the chapters. I will upload 2 chapters with 1k+ words daily, sometimes it might be 1 with 1500 words, but that will only happen if I am too busy. Now, let's talk about support, I recently got contracted so, I am obviously participating in win-win, so I would really appreciate it if you guys purchase my privilege chapters. Gifts are very much appreciated as well, not only them but golden tickets, power stones, and collections are very much appreciated, but more than these I would really like if you guys comment, it will motivate me even further. Now, let's talk about bonuses, this might be a little hard as I am busy with my job, but you will get them when I have time and when I receive super gifts or more than 300 Golden tickets. So, do support me and if you can, please check out my other novel as well, I am soon gonna continue it again.

You have read thousands of stories about a player playing the VR MMORPG game about that player's life and how he soared high in his life and in the end we found that the game is just a tutorial or a product of some outer space species. but have you ever thought about what the life of a game maker will be? what if the game made is not a product of outer space species but of a simple man of our planet? what are the effects of the game on the world how many changes it can bring and how does one develop this game? this is a story about a young entrepreneur who had a dream of making a game that will leave such a long impact on history that many generations after him will know him as the father of the first and the last R MMORPG games. ----------------------------------------------------------------- the game will be completely new and will take inspiration from many other games, myths, and lore of many different cultures and religions. I have always dreamed of this whole thing and now I am just writing my dreams on this page. hope you will love it. ----------------------------------------------------------------- GUYS, I AM PARTICIPATING IN THE CONTEST SO IT WOULD BE LOVELY IF YOU SUPPORT IT AND VOTE FOR IT. AT LEAST LEAVE A REVIEW SO THAT I CAN UNDERSTAND MY FAULTS. ----------------------------------------------------------------- follow me on Inst*gram if you want : keshav_jha_0207

Summit, a 30 year old Seon Creature from the ancient clan of Poe, loves to read books. But he wouldn't expect he would transmigrate right into a book, no less at that. Oh, hey! He really likes to read, what would you feel if your betrayed by something you love absolutely then gets thrown in some hard ass trials? Oh, I would feel like.. actually I have no idea. It was a normal cloudy day in the mountains of PavoClan (means Peacock Clan,) Summit, the one who loves reading books, is transmigrated after a strange hourglass hit him right on the head, into a book that was becoming extremely fun to read (what I need) and it was peak, with so much emotion. But a dark mystery was behind it. He never read to that point, so why know it? Why get killed by a hourglass that should actually do little damage, which, yea, it's quite hard to kill Seon Creatures? That was the important part, because the secret behind it will massively affect everything he'd ever known.

The fantasy adventure began from a life of a girl named Eve Ainsley who seemingly had find ordinary no longer in her grasp. After encountering an unusual entity and a world above her knowledge, she might even discover more about herself. But is it really over?

Alice was born into a royal family. But unfortunately, when her magic power was measured, the magic orb showed nothing. The king and queen sent her to the continent's largest and most terrifying forest to be eaten alive by monsters...

The universe has been invaded and dominated by an extremely powerful alien species, corrupting all lifeforms. Now, Venus Hekatonreis, forced to live in another universe after her escape, gathers the means to claim her revenge.

Um evento misterioso muda o rumo da história e do mundo trazendo diversas realidades e tempos históricos da humanidade em um único mundo. Zaque sem perder tempo, parte em uma jornada para desvembrar esse novo mundo a ajuda de seus novos companheiros.

Money is everything,I learned that the hard way. Bright John! pay the rent or fuck off" Recently unemployed,Bright lay on bed sighing heavily,yet had to endure the Landlord's abuse . Out of desperation,he clicked on a job search app,but no one wanted this broke man.just as he was about to give up,he spotted an unfamiliar app on his phone, "Trillion subsidies" after clicking on it,he discovered that it was a system that could instantly make him the richest man in the world. Beautiful women, money, mansions, everything was available .From then on,he reached the peak of his life...

Camada always ends up in a low class family, both in her past life and now, but this time she is determined to climb in ranks and since there's no power to be obtained by someone as low class as she, against all odds, she's determined to MAKE HER OWN POWER. Camada strives to become a reverred and rise past the expectations of her family, even despite the curse of stagnation being placed on her family by the same reverreds she trains under. Will Camada gain the influence, fame and power she seeks or will she lose her life because of overambition? Also, does the strange mark on Camada's back mean anything? From weak-to-strong, will a new, powerful hero arise? Taki, is an absolute shame to her all royal family, so she decides to be the first to learn magic and prove her worth to her rather unsupporting family, will she strive through in her desire or fail epically? Rave, a young man full of revenge, seeks retribution in becoming a mage and absolutely crushing the system, will meeting Camada ruin or improve his plans? Will Hyde meet up to overbearing expectations? ***************** Who is the hooded one?

The story is set in a fantastical world and follows the protagonist, Ambrose, who is reincarnated as a lich and embarks on a series of adventures to solve his financial problems. Ambrose was once a legendary mage, but when the elves dramatically raised the price of the Potion of Youth, he chose to seek immortality through lichdom. However, his new existence as a lich proves far less carefree than expected. Maintaining his survival and researching necromancy plunge him into severe economic hardship. To cope, Ambrose uses his legendary abilities to craft multiple phylacteries, which significantly enhance his survivability but also drain his wealth. In the novel, Ambrose starts marketing his innovative skeletal creations. These low-cost yet highly effective constructs catch the attention of legendary undead. However, many of his clients do not request skeletons but instead assign him increasingly dangerous tasks, drawing him into greater trouble and peril. Through these challenges, Ambrose garners the interest of various powerful factions—some seeking to ally with him, others aiming to eliminate him. To secure his survival and amass wealth, he is compelled to participate in major events, gaining even greater power and fortune along the way. The novel is characterized by its logical consistency and intelligent characters. While the plot unfolds at a slower pace, each scenario is packed with tension and excitement, delivering a captivating narrative.

Making an honest living was hard enough in the real world. Will it, being in a fake reality, make things any easier? Young Jan Santos enters the CyberSpace as bright recruit Maximus, with nothing but his consciousness and a will to make life worth living in the virtual world. Welcome to the CyberSpace! Hello reader! This is my first published work! A quick note, I may or may not be able to publish in time. But I know with a little determination, I can push through on this little fantasy world I'm making!

In a world of magic and mystery, Princess Jennifer is forced into an arranged marriage with a sorcerer's son. Desperate to escape, she searches for a new husband, only to be deceived by scammers. Just when hope seems lost, she meets Juan, a handsome Colombian prince with a secret: he's a werewolf. As they navigate danger and magic, they must confront their destinies and the shape of their love.

I lost control of my life and gave my daughter a life she did not deserve. I regret every day. But this time, everything will be different. I vow to be everything beyond a good father with my second chance. She wants to be an idol? Then I will make her a superstar who shall go down in the annals of history. *** WSA 2024 Entry! Show your support if you enjoyed!

*RATED 18+ FOR LANGUAGE AND SMUT* Amaranth's whole purpose in life was to be sacrificed to a god to ensure her kingdom's prosper. What happens when she is given to the wrong God, and slowly begins to tap into a power of her own? The way to reach her divinity is to allow Avlan to touch her, and then she'll be able to carry his children, but his brother Perthius thinks she can be something else entirely---something more dangerous. A battle wages between the two brothers for Amaranth and her power ...and her body.

The Shape of Fear is a suspenseful psychological thriller that delves deep into the darkness of a family’s cursed legacy. Told from the first-person point of view of Jemima, the novel follows her harrowing journey as she is drawn into the sinister world of the Vancourt family, who have been haunted for generations by supernatural forces. After the death of her husband, Sage, Jemima is contacted by a lawyer from the Vancourt estate, revealing that her late husband left an inheritance for their children, Kaius and Amari. However, to claim it, Jemima and her children must travel to the Vancourt mansion, a place that holds dark secrets and a disturbing history. As Jemima ventures into the mansion, she is confronted by the malevolent energy that still lingers there, alongside the powerful and intimidating Ryker Vancourt, the patriarch of the family. Throughout the novel, Jemima uncovers the horrifying truth about the Vancourts and the curse that has bound them for centuries. As she digs deeper, she discovers that her own husband, Sage, may have been a victim of the curse, and his death was not an accident but a desperate attempt to protect his family. Jemima is thrust into a world of dark rituals, ghosts, and unrelenting fear as she faces the supernatural forces that continue to haunt the Vancourt estate. The novel expertly blends suspense, emotional turmoil, and horror as Jemima’s protective instincts for her children push her to confront the truth behind the curse, even if it means facing unimaginable dangers. Alongside the supernatural threats, Jemima must also navigate the complex relationships within the Vancourt family, particularly with Ryker and his daughter Thalia, whose true motives remain unclear. As the story progresses, Jemima’s son, Kaius, begins to exhibit disturbing abilities, suggesting that the curse is not only affecting her family but is slowly taking hold of them as well. The mounting tension builds to a terrifying climax as Jemima learns that to break the curse, she must make an impossible choice: sacrifice herself or her children. The novel concludes with a chilling realization that, although the curse may be broken, the lingering shadow of fear will never fully leave Jemima and her children. The Shape of Fear is a tale of love, sacrifice, and survival, exploring the idea that some legacies are too dark to escape, no matter how hard you fight. The narrative style, using first-person point of view, creates a deep emotional connection with Jemima, allowing readers to experience her fear, confusion, and determination as she unravels the horrifying truth of her family’s past. With rich character development, a strong sense of atmosphere, and shocking twists, this book offers an unsettling exploration of the supernatural, familial bonds, and the cost of breaking free from a cursed past.

This is the story of an ordinary person how by fortune or misfortune is accidently(forced by unseen circumstances(not really just the PLOT))reincarnated with his past life memory and with this just by being ruthless, when needed, and bluffing, lying, scheming, outsmarting and the misunderstanding of others, makes it to the Peak and become one of the strongest.

Rise of a Hero. The best-selling game of all time and hailed as one of the best games in history with its unending playability and unprecedented world with hundreds of playable characters and well-developed questlines. However, most of its fame comes with it's impossible difficulty. Agonising Solitude. In a game all about making unique party combinations for raid battles, why not make it so you can only use one character along with increasing the difficulty of every mob and mechanic along with a negative affinity for each fraction for an unplayable experience? Unless you were the son of a billionaire with too much time on your hands, of course! After 15 years of dedicating every part of his life to the game, he became the first ever player to witness the true ending that was as dissapointing as humanly possible. An ending that gave his favourite character Eren way too much disservice after everything he did for his world. After feeling betrayed by the game he loves so much, he was given the chance to make his own perfect ending, not just for him but also for Eren. He only has himself to overcome each trial, as no one can help him. Can his knowledge save him because he only has one shot at glory as he battles angels, demons, dragons, and even the main characters?

Love was nothing for Stella Cruze, the daughter of Magdalene Cruze, the  most puissant,dominated rich woman in town with a lot of companies.Member of a mafia clan and her popularity centered on her domineering demeanor and  overwhelming wealth Taking the first place in ranking of wealth. Stella was overwhelmingly beautiful and so attractive but inherited the domineering behavior of her mother.Stella ,as the only child of Magdalene already inherited Magdalene's wealth. Love was nothing to  Stella ,to her love was a waste of time that always results in pain. Apollo Dun was the son of the Don,Lucus, the most dangerous Mafia boss.All Apollo wanted from the day his mom left was to make his father proud but it seemed like an impossible dream since Aaron Dunn, his step brother —same age—always got in the way. Lucus got diagnosed with  Alzheimer's disease and was going to die in two years. All he wants before his death is to take the first place in ranking of wealth.So he tells his sons to take control over the Cruze Empire. But how can this be done without falling for the  attractive Stella Cruze. ----------------------- Excerpt "Don't try me Apollo"Her words conveyed anger but her voice showed how much she wanted this. Apollo held her chin, lifting her head a little."Or else?"he asked with a smirk.He didn't comprehend why he was enjoying this.Fine, because making her fall for him was easy than expected but it felt like he wanted this and he didn't comprehend this feeling. His closeness made her heart pound so fast.She felt her chicks turn red.Stella looked away and struggled to free herself from his grip. "Just..leave me alone"She said. "What if I say I won't?"Apollo asked with a grin ."Just admit it Stella, you want me"He added. That he said was true but she was too stubborn to accept it . Love was not on her menu. "Dream on" Finally she removed her had from his and walked pass him, catching her breathe.Then, suddenly he pulled her by the waist . They were close to each other and their lips were a mere inch away.This was the best chance for Apollo to do what he wanted from the first day he set his eyes on her.....To kiss her. They both stared at each other's lips. "You better be ready for this."Apollo said. "W—what—"She felt his lips connected to to her. I don't own the cover so please ask the owner for permission before using it. Thank you. I hope you'll like my second book.

In her previous life, Su Anya was plagued with misfortunes, and the root of her misfortunes was herself. Her cowardness filled her path with pain and sufferings. Su Anya was kicked out of the school as she was framed for cheating in a competition, at that time she couldn't even fight for her own justice. When her most trustworthy best friend stole her designs, she didn't even have the courage to confront him. Her sister died as a result of her carelessness, making her despised by her own brother. "You are the most selfish person." These are the words that kept haunting her, and she wanted to run away from them. Finally, Su Anya found an escape route, i.e., death. After suffering, the heavens give her a second chance, and Su Anya is reborn ten years back. In this life, Su Anya had decided to make amends with her regrets. Su Anya's plan does not include revenge; instead, she intends to make peace with all of her regrets. Regret for not taking a stand for herself. Regret for distancing herself from her brother and sister. Regret for being a weakling and a coward... In this life, she will make peace with her regrets...