The Red Duke

Dream of the Red Chamber follows the life of Jia Baoyu, a young man born into a wealthy, declining aristocratic family. Caught between two cousins, Lin Daiyu, a delicate and passionate woman, and Xue Baochai, a composed and practical beauty, Baoyu navigates the complexities of love, family, and fate. Set against a backdrop of decadence and decay, the novel explores themes of destiny, the impermanence of wealth, and the nature of reality, blending romantic drama with philosophical insights and supernatural visions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

Anemone was brought up to be the heir of her family, Duke Castiano. When her brother was born, she was forced to be raised as a Lady. She has always thought being a Lady was useless and demeaning. As she grew older, she realized how dangerous it is to be a Lady than a Gentleman. Veiled daggers... Insidious schemes behind decorated fans... Would she be able to survive long enough to be with her true love? *This is an original novel. Please don't steal or copy.

While grieving at her husband Shane’s grave, Bella Catherine notices a dying dog in the distance. Drawn to it, she discovers the animal’s lifeless body and something horrifying within—a blood-soaked diary lodged inside its stomach. Despite her fear, Bella feels compelled to take the Red Dairy home, unknowingly stepping into a world of dark magic and chilling secrets.

In 1991, the USSR, the biggest country in the world dissolved. The country's leader has betrayed their people again and again. But, what if, in 1979, before the Soviet army invaded Afghanistan, the whole country was transferred to an Isekai, that existed with magic, the undead, elves, dwarfs, and others. The undead empire invaded them, opening the Pandora box. The red bear has now awoken, and the world will see his might.

Only special individuals are born with the mark, a divine gift from God. Raised from childhood to become a priest, Alexander could heal illnesses and banish demons with the mark on his hand. However, the true reason he became an exorcist was to find the “demon” who had saved him as a child. Despite years of searching, Alexander failed—until one day, he encountered a demon at the church’s doorstep. The demon said to him, “Kill me.” Killing demons and saving people came naturally to Alexander. But when faced with a demon who wanted to die, he hesitated for the first time.

Imagine a Manchester United fan traveling back in time to purchase the club. Can they achieve the success that eluded others? Join the journey and discover the outcome!

In a world where Livia Callen is chosen from among several young women to compete for the heart of the crown prince, Cassian Valerius, her life changes drastically. From a simple caste, Livia is taken to the grand palace of Altheon, where, along with the other contestants, she must undergo intense training to prove that she is worthy of being the next queen. ... P.S.: This story will also be published simultaneously in Royal Road (RR) and Webnovel (WN). So don't miss the updates on your favorite sites! P.P.S.: For exclusive content and early updates, visit my Patreon: patreon.com/RyutakaNightfall

a high-school student is walking when suddenly…. he gets taken and brought to a facility where he is taught how to play soccer like a professional. (inspired by bluelock)

Premed student Ricky Connors, a student at Wayne State University and EMT, comes across challenges in the city of Detroit After Ricky meets a Paramedic at the hospital, they both get struck by lightning and gain electrical abilities as superpowered EMS partners Ricky and Desmond (The Paramedic) raise suspicions as Ricky's class mates start to go missing. With a new opioid drug on the black market and human sex trafficking becoming large issues in the city the Electrical Duo prepare to save the city from within

“I Lord Tank Albridge, and my family, Pete Albridge, Cleo Albridge, and Fred Albridge, disavow Vinnandra the hateful as our blood. “Today, in one voice we curse the day she joined us, and we’ll forever celebrate the day she has left our ranks! Vinnandra shall not know us, and she is not ours to know anymore.” *** In a world of white-haired dragon riders and black-haired witches, Princess Vinnandra Albridge is born red-haired as the forbidden spawn of a witch-spy and a dragon rider known as the Hateful. Unwanted by her family and shunned by society, Vinn tries to get by everyday unnoticed and alive. However, her simple plans come crashing down when her family disavows her by removing her from her royal bloodline, proclaiming her a traitor to consequently serve as an official slave to the notorious Lenklock dragon riders family that rules in the North. There, it would seem that while Vinn might not be able to groom a dragon, she might make good food for one… not if she had anything to do about it. Vowing to fight for her life and rise above others, Vinn must learn how to break through her blood and reach to whatever minute strength she possesses and become a dragon rider… or something. And it would seem Vinnandra’s vows would be realised in the form of Xander Lenklock—a troubled man and problematic heir who charges into her life, proclaiming a nobody like her his greatest ally and seeking her alliance. For the first time in a long while, Vinn feels needed and wanted—two dangerous elements that ignites feelings she shouldn’t have, and evokes thoughts she shouldn’t think. And in a partnership that might make or break them, Vinn was sure she would do anything to have Xanders’ body, heart and soul. Problem is, Xander has a fiancée who was there to stay… forever. But with her mothers past looming over her, and with shadows of the enemy hidden in the trees playing their ultimate move, even if Vinnandra manages to steal Xander’s heart, will she be able to keep it? Or will her dubious identity destroy everything she has come to enjoy? Will the powers she has come to possess swallow her? Or could she be the enemy that her people really fear? Be whatever it might, the ultimate question remains—Dragon rider or Witch… which is she? ***** VOLUME 1 (Beginnings): COMPLETE VOLUME 2 (Chaos Abounds): ONGOING

The scorpion god has been defeated and went back behind his mountains the alliance of elf and mortals have finally won so the mother goddess blessed the mortal with long age and so the golden age of mortal starts after they united sadly as time move and people forgot the old wounds so do the old alliance and now its year 3217 M.B a city of the union under the empire siege its where the story of people who will change the fate of world start.

Transmigrating into a new world, Violet found out that she is inside a book and just got 'sold' to be the wife of the story big villain. 'My husband is ignoring me? I don't mind since he's rich! I can enjoy my life to the fullest!' Yet, "I say, Sir Duke, didn't you told someone to inform me that you will never care about me?" "Did I? Wife, someone must be trying to sabotaging our happy marriage. I never did that. Also, call me husband. Sir Duke sounds too formal. Or better yet, call me hubby." "Duke. Grey. Lancester! Can you behave more appropriately?" "Wife... " "No! Don't give me that puppy eye look." He's the monster. She's his personal tamer.

A Tale of Eternal Love and Cosmic Power What if love could conquer the universe? Max and Hannah, two young lovers from vastly different worlds, find themselves entangled in a web of destiny. Hunted by a society that seeks to extinguish Max’s unique existence, they flee into the enigmatic forest. There, they encounter a mysterious guardian, a protector of the Red Moon, who recognizes their extraordinary potential. The guardian imbues Max and Hannah with the power of the Red Moon, transforming them into beings of immense power and purpose. Their destiny: to bring peace to a world teetering on the brink of chaos. They become the founders of a new race, a harmonious blend of human and wolf, and rise to challenge the oppressive reign of a tyrannical queen. However, tragedy strikes when Hannah, weakened by childbirth, is attacked by a traitor. The attack leaves her with amnesia, forcing Max to make a heartbreaking decision. Max, burdened by grief and responsibility, raises their daughter, Mira, while secretly working to restore Hannah’s memory. He becomes a legendary figure without the people knowing their Empress is not okay or in the palace, feared and respected by all. Yet, his heart remains broken, yearning for the love of his life. Years later, fate intervenes as Hannah, and Max and Hannah reunite. As their love rekindles, they face a new threat, then an intergalactic invasion and hannah was attacked by an extraterrestrial that threatens to destroy Earth at the start of the celestial conquest. Together, they must harness their powers and unite the forces of good to protect their world. A climactic battle ensues, testing the limits of their abilities and the depth of their love. In the end, Max and Hannah emerge victorious, saving their world and securing a peaceful future for generations to come. Can love truly conquer all, even in the face of cosmic threats? What secrets does the Red Moon hold, and what is its true purpose? How will Max and Hannah overcome the challenges that threaten to tear them apart? What sacrifices will they make to protect their world and those they love? Can a love forged in the stars endure the test of time? Through their extraordinary adventures, Max and Hannah will face formidable foes, uncover ancient secrets, and ultimately shape the destiny of the universe. Their story is a timeless tale of love, loss, and the power of human spirit. no

On his 20th birthday, Asher's mother confessed something he never expected. After the truth was revealed, she died giving her last blessing to him. That's when Asher found himself all alone, confused about his own identity and worrying about his future. What did she say? -He was someone special? -Someone people would come after? She said he was coming from a very rare but also a very special race called omega where men could get pregnant. Was it real? At first, Asher strictly refused to accept his mother's confession. But in the end, he had to believe it. Because it was the bitter truth. If he was really coming from such a rare race, and had such a special body, did he have to live all his life hiding so he wouldn't get caught and become someone's plaything? Was that the only way to avoid getting the bad ending his father got? Why was he even born as someone like this?! He just wanted a peaceful life. So, it wouldn't be as dangerous as his mother said if he just forgot he was special and lived like a normal person, right? People would not notice. Alas, it's been a long time since people last saw an omega and they must be believing no omega exists now. At least that's what he thought... He thought people might have forgotten about his existence and he would not have to face any problems in the future.  Whether he was special or not, he still became a target. When he was kidnapped and auctioned as a slave, he regretted ignoring his mother's last advice. "Don't trust anyone easily. Your safety is in your hands and protecting yourself is your duty." He could only blame himself and expect for the worst if his special identity was to get revealed and meet the same end as his father did. However, his fate gave him a second chance along with a huge surprise which changed his life for the better. Hopefully, Asher was saved by the so-called 'bloodthirsty monster' duke and brought to his mansion to babysit his spoiled 10-year-old little sister who threw tantrums declaring she wants Asher to pat her head and comfort her. Just to babysit this adorable, little girl.  He was safe. His secret was also secured within himself. Thanks to that chaotic sister and brother, Asher's life slowly took new turns and continued with almost no obstacles...till some point. The surprise? The duke happened to have some kind of a 'strange' illness that had no cure. Not long after when Asher discovered it, he ended up becoming the perfect cure for his illness. But how? -Remember? He was 'special'! Where would his specialty as an omega lead his life to? What kind of mysteries would he have to encounter with this duke wishing comfort from him?  Will the duke's 'strange' illness ever get healed? How would their story flow to that perfect happy ending with the twist of love landing in the middle of their 'just a deal'? ________________ Note:  This story continues in a historical timeline. Similar to omegaverse, but not the same omegaverse universe. Magic, revenge, dukes, royal families, curses, spells, heats, ruts... (The book cover is from Pinterest. Respect to the artist.)

"I will not be your mistress." She spoke, whispering, with her mouth a sigh away from his. He swallowed hard and nodded, agreeing with her even as he closed the distance between them, kissing her to madness, leaving nothing to sanity. Bethany Fitzgerald hated the very idea of marriage and stood against it with everything she was. Charles de Norcrosse had to marry the insufferable Lady Cossington, for it was the will of his late father and he must abide by it. But when fate moved in favour of the Duke of Carlisle and the daughter of an impoverished Land Baron, very little can be done to fight against it. (Loving Her Duke is the first book of the British Blood Trilogy. Second is Hating Her King.)

Aki Yuuto's life was riddled with troubles, he pushed himself to the brink of exhaustion everyday to become the shining prodigy in everyone's eyes and for what! After all of his efforts he was not only isolated, but scorned! Isn't this too much( ╥﹏╥) First Life: "We don't want to hang out with you anymore Aki, just being in your presence makes us depressed in comparison to ourselves and you." Aki's "friends" say "Get out of the house! We raised you till you were 18 and you didn't give us anything you unfilial son! You've never been one of us." Aki Yuuto, the genius, kicked out of his house the day he turned 18 by his cruel family members. Poor Aki was even put to work as a servant on top of all of his personal work when he lived there! Second Life: I'm away from everyone, I'll be my true self! Using my smarts, I'll pursue my dream of finally being able to sleep and eat whenever I desire! However... Ikemen 1: "Let me hug and cuddle you (ㆆ _ ㆆ)" Ikemen 2: "Stop looking at everyone else. Look at me and compliment me (¬_¬)" Ikemen 3: "Could you play with my hair? (ᵔᴥᵔ)(ᵔᴥᵔ)" Ikemen Group: "Stop playing with him and love me!!" Aki: "Ehhh? ...... let me sleep" ( -_-)

Koujo Chisaki A 20 Year Old Girl Who's Fiance Betrayed Her For Her Best Friend Hannah And Thrown Away By Her Own Family With Nothing To Stay Or Money Suddenly A Black Car Pulled Over Next To Her In A Rainy Weather Kidnapping Her She Got Knocked Out And Was Taken To A Large Mansion She Woke Up With No Memories Of What Happened

In a fantastical twist of fate, Janet Mcquincy is thrust into a world she never imagined possible—a romance novel she once devoured, now turned into an otome game. But her excitement turns to dread when she awakens not as a beloved heroine but as Veronica Henderson, the dreaded villain destined for a desolate and heart-wrenching fate. Determined to defy the cruel hand of destiny, Janet, now Veronica, embarks on a daring mission: to befriend the captivating male leads and steer her story away from the treacherous path of banishment. Along the way, she forms unexpected bonds with delightful and quirky characters, who prove to be both allies and friends in this intricate game of fate. Just as she starts to feel invincible with her knowledge of the original novel's plot, a startling revelation shatters her confidence. She realizes that the game's universe operates independently from the novel, leaving her vulnerable to unforeseen twists and turns. Panic sets in as she discovers that not only her fate but the lives of everyone in this enchanting world are at grave risk. In a realm where happiness hangs in the balance, Janet must summon every ounce of courage and wit to confront the impending danger. With time slipping away and danger lurking around every corner, she finds herself entangled in a heart-pounding race against destiny itself. Will Janet seize control of her own narrative and forge an extraordinary love story? In this breathtaking isekai romance, where fate holds sway and uncertainty reigns, the battle for happiness becomes a daring quest—one that will captivate your heart and leave you breathless until the very last page. "Discover a world where destiny weaves an unpredictable tale, and love becomes the ultimate quest. Join Janet Mcquincy on a thrilling journey, where her determination to find happiness defies the boundaries of reality itself." Author's Note: That synopsis took me a week to write with help from my English and Literature teachers. Thank you for reading my novel. I apologize because some of my first chapters are really long and jam packed. Please bear with me and don't let it discourage you from reading. The story is good I promise. Though it may take a while for the story to pick up. It might not get interesting until the 68th chapter but I implore you to give it a chance. ( ꈍᴗꈍ) It's my first novel so please support me (٥↼_↼). Vote, comment even an emoji will suffice.

Dina opens her eyes one morning to find herself in a different form. Confused and worried, she and her father discover that a traumatic event from her childhood has caused her serious mental damage, ruining her appearance. Unable to accept herself, Dina lives in isolation, consumed by self-hatred. However, one day, an unexpected figure emerges and opens her eyes to a new reality.

There are 4 Duke's In the Holy Empire And John Well Is One Of The Duke's But Out of The 4 Dukedom Well's Are The Weakest So Much So That Even Some People Question If There are a Dukedom Now Our MC John Well, Gets a Humiliation System With That Maybe He can Save His Dukedom From Collapsing? "WARNING" This novel will have mc humiliated by character's Involving #Incest #Cuckold #Femdom #NTR #netorare #netorase #Clean ups #sph #Chastity Cage #Forced Feminization #Bdsm # Cbt#Harem If You are Not Into That Stuff Please Kindly Leave and Let Others Enjoy

Tanpa sadar Lavia sudah menjadi villainess seperti yang ada di novel aslinya dan juga ada variabel aneh bagaimana bisa duke yang merupakan sub male lead dan juga villain menjadi muridnya?

Polite, Gracious and respectful are what's expected of a young lady, yet the Stokenholme family's first lady is anything but that. Losing her mother at a young age and having your father bring home an evil stepmother was not what she expected but it turned her into a distant and consequenceless woman. The well-respected and powerful lord of the Salvatore house has his twisted and powerful ways to make people kneel before him. The man is covered in blood seconds into a battle and the fear in other's eyes gives him joy. His no-nonsense attitude has him being alone in his life, not that he is complaining yet his immortal life seems to drive him crazy. The two of them are similarly different and powerful. From the same universe. Yet they can't seem to stand each other's presense or maybe it's their past that stands in between them. Now with something else that pulls them closer they don't know how much longer they can keep away from each other without destroying themselves.

Laura Mantors is a 17 year old girl who lives in a world divided into gifted and normies. Being among the most powerful of her kind she uses her high social standing to try and build a better world where gifted and normies can live together without being divided by the twisted ideology of hierarchy which costs her popularity and puts her in a Life and Death situation.

Her slender finger began tracing his facial features as she spoke, "My desire to make you mine," Her finger moved towards his plump lips as she sensually caressed them under her thumb, wondering how they would feel on hers. Will it be as mind-blowing as she had always imagined it to be? "Is still as solid as a rock, but...." She suddenly stopped her movement and stepped away from him. He frowned. When did she become so bold to touch him like that? He knew her for being timid and naive. Yes, he knew the girl fancied him a lot, but she had never dared to act on her feelings. Did he like it? Yes! And he was ready to see how far she could go in her game, so before she could take another step away from him, he brought her back to her previous position. Maybe closer than before. Oh, how he wanted to feel those round breasts on his body and run his hands along those delicious-looking curves, but he held himself back. Susan wasn't his regular woman. He could still feel the fierce innocence in those hazel eyes despite how daring she presented herself. It was her innocence that sent him running for his life. He couldn't trap her in his darkness- the darkness she was begging to be part of. To distract himself from throwing her into the bed and satisfying his demons, he repeated her last word as he was curious to know her mind, "But?" "But I won't force you this time around...." Lady Susan, a determined and charming lady sets her sights on the most notorious of them all: Duke Edmund. Renowned for his debauchery and immoral exploits, the Duke had long been considered off-limits to the fairer sex. But Susan, with her mind made up, is not one to be deterred. With a fierce unwavering resolve, she embarks on a mission to tame the Duke, to make him hers and hers alone. But as she navigates the treacherous landscape, she begins to realise that the Duke’s wicked reputation may be more than just a facade. As the battle of wills between them intensifies, Lady Susan finds herself drawn into a world of passion, seduction, and danger. As they surrender to their forbidden passion, the flames of desire burn brighter with every glance, every touch, and every stolen moment, but will her resolve be strong enough to overcome the Duke’s defences, or will she become the latest conquest in his long list of scandals? Making the Duke Mine is a tantalizing tale of love, redemption, and the power of true devotion.

Aideen Ruan, though a royal princess, was always unwanted due to the circumstances of her birth. Born blind to a hostage concubine, she possessed an intriguing beauty; however, her disability rendered her utterly useless to the royal family. Even when the struggling Count Crueder reluctantly agreed to take Aideen as his wife to secure the royal dowry, her life failed to improve. A year into their marriage, Aideen's inability to produce an heir sealed her fate. The princess was destined for exile to the Temple, consigned to spend the remainder of her days in isolation and abandonment. Contrary to her anticipations, instead of the Temple, Aideen found herself within the cold walls of Duke Tillian Valentine's castle. Duke Valentine, the last scion of the once-revered Valentine family that ruled the Kingdom before the "Fratricide Rebellion", now presided over the desolate Northern lands. Faced with fear and confusion, Aideen expected her life to perpetuate its cycle of misery, only to discover that Duke Valentine might hold the key to a new opportunity, a chance at a life she had never envisioned. "You bewitched my body and soul. Put an intoxicating spell on me, shackled my heart to yours with your magic. If I could exchange my eyesight with you, I would do it just to make you see what a man dying from love looks like."

[MATURE CONTENT WARNING: READ AT YOUR OWN RISK] Welcome to the fancy world of the elite, where Seraphina Alaric, a delicate and fragile girl always relying on medicine to get better, is just trying to catch a break before her life gets turned upside down by an arranged marriage... Seriously, who wants to be tied down when you’re still figuring out what you want in life? During a swanky banquet, she bumps into the enigmatic Duke of Everwyn. And the craziest part? She has no clue who this guy is—just thinks he’s some mysterious stranger. Out of nowhere, feeling adventurous (and maybe a bit reckless), she suggests a secret rendezvous that turns her whole world upside down. In that hidden moment, Seraphina dives headfirst into her wildest desires. But plot twist—turns out, the guy she just spent the night with is none other than her future husband. Oops! So much for a mysterious stranger—she just spent the night with her future husband! "Duke, It Hurts..." invites you into a whirlwind of self-discovery, steamy romance, and the sweet chaos of love when you least expect it. Can Seraphina break free from societal chains, or will she find herself tangled in the very web she tried to escape? Join her on this thrilling journey, and discover how love can be both liberating and complicated. Don’t miss out—your next obsession is just a page away!

A guy who was different. and the night that he got caught suckings one of peoples blood. what would happen next?

Miss Red, Adalah seorang Agen Rahasia, yang keluar Dari kesatuannya karena alasan Pribadi, Ia membuka sebuah Biro Detektif swasta. Sebab menurutnya Orang Itu, Pembunuh Itu Masih Keliaran,Jiwanya Terpanggil Kembali. untuk satu hal, menegakan Keadilan,mengusut Tuntas Kejahatan, menurutnya Tidak Ada Kejahatan yang sempurna selalu ada petunjuk. Dan Petunjuk Itu adalah Miss Red. Ayo baca, ini cerita yang menarik loh.. Jangan lupa dukung penulis dengan Vote Lima Bintang,Review lima Bintangnya, PS dan Gift. by: Red Queen (farahdiba_sandala)

In a dark reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood, Selene, a model, finds herself caught in a deadly tale of destiny and ancient myth. After attending an art exhibit where her morbid photographs, including a portrayal of Red Riding Hood, are featured, Selene's life takes a terrifying turn. A werewolf emerges, hunting her through the city streets and into a forested reserve. Guided by a mysterious man named Hans, who claims to be her protector, Selene learns that her fate is tied to the legends she once dismissed. As the night unfolds, Selene must confront the wolves—and her own role in the story—if she hopes to survive the nightmare lurking in the shadows.