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**"In the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, two broken souls collide. Haruki, a reclusive artist haunted by his past, has built walls so high that even the light struggles to reach him. Aoi, an optimistic yet scarred young woman, carries her own quiet pain but refuses to let it dim her warmth. When their paths intertwine, they embark on an emotional journey of love, sacrifice, and healing. But as secrets unfold and shadows from Haruki's past resurface, their fragile bond is tested in ways neither could have imagined. In a world where light and darkness coexist, can love truly save a heart that is determined to self-destruct? A Love Written in Tears is a poignant tale of unspoken words, fleeting moments, and a love so tragic that it leaves scars long after the final page."

In the heart of a ruthless city where power and ambition rule, Selena Carter, a brilliant but struggling architect, crosses paths with Adrian Wolfe, a cold and calculating billionaire with a mysterious past. Their meeting is accidental, but their connection is inevitable. Adrian offers Selena a deal—one that could change her life forever. He needs a temporary fiancée to silence his enemies, and she needs funding to save her late father’s collapsing firm. But neither of them expects the lines between pretense and passion to blur so dangerously. As they navigate a world of secrets, betrayals, and high-stakes business rivalries, an unexpected enemy emerges from Adrian’s past, threatening to tear them apart. Will their love withstand the storm, or will the ghosts of their pasts destroy them?

Meet Detective: *Ava Morales* - Age: 29 - Occupation: Homicide Detective - Personality: Ava is sharp-witted, fiercely independent, and deeply driven. She has a strong sense of justice and is willing to bend the rules to uncover the truth. - Background: Ava has a troubled past, having lost her younger brother to gang violence when she was a teenager. This personal tragedy fuels her determination to make a difference in her community. Ava is tasked with tracking down the elusive Shadow killer, who has been claiming responsibility for a string of high-profile murders targeting corrupt officials and business leaders. The Shadow Assassin's cryptic messages and clever tactics have made them a thorn in Ava's side, but she's more determined than ever to bring them to justice. unknown to detective Ava that the shadow killer was right under her nose

[Warning : R-18 scenes!] After transmigrating, Kimi discovered that she was the Light who could control the Darkness, a powerful monster capable of destroying the world. She is caught in a dispute between countries and the Demon Lords, who are fighting over the Light and want to rule the world through the Darkness. Unexpectedly, she, as the Light, and the Darkness fell in love with each other. Kimi struggles to survive those who want the Light and to prove her love.

In the bustling city of Lagos, Detective Ayo Daramola is no stranger to danger, but the "Ribbon Reaper" case has pushed him to his limits. A string of brutal murders has left the city paralyzed with fear, each victim marked by a chilling signature: a single red ribbon tied to their wrist. As the body count rises, the elusive killer begins to taunt Ayo directly, luring him into a deadly game of cat and mouse. When Ayo receives an anonymous message demanding a midnight meeting at the desolate Oju Irin Bridge, he is thrust deeper into the nightmare. The encounter leads him to a video of a terrified woman bound to a chair, her life hanging by a thread. Racing against time, Ayo deciphers a cryptic clue that points him to a rundown bar near the Apapa docks. But even as he rescues the victim, an explosion shatters the fragile victory, leaving Ayo with more questions than answers. As the investigation unfolds, Ayo must navigate a labyrinth of lies, corruption, and secrets buried deep within Lagos’ underbelly. The killer’s twisted motives remain shrouded in darkness, but one thing is clear: the Ribbon Reaper is always one step ahead. With each move, the stakes grow higher, and the lines between hunter and hunted blur. "Shadows in the Savannah" is a gripping thriller that combines the gritty reality of urban Nigeria with the relentless pace of a high-stakes murder investigation. As Ayo races to unmask the Ribbon Reaper, he must confront his own demons and the fragile line between justice and vengeance. Can he unravel the mystery before the killer’s next move, or will he become the final victim in the Reaper’s deadly game?

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

# 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?

"If somehow you could rewrite your life's greatest sins." Damien Vryce, a hard-hearted killer, was hanged for tyranny. He found himself awoken one year ahead of his fall. Having recollections from his past, he swore to make amends and save himself from the gallows. In the path of redemption lay treachery, conspiracies under the surface, and an unlikely, but hot love with the unknown woman, Amara Draven. As Damien sows the seeds of distrust by laying ruin to his past empire of fear, he recognizes that redemption considers the acknowledgement of the sins that have been committed along with the crossing of the line from sin to repentance. An entire kingdom lies in the threshold of war, enemies imbued with greed lurk in the shadows, and the second chance for Damien may well be the last. 20 power stones = 2 extra chapter 4 golden ticket = 2 extra chapter

"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.

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.

In a world transformed by a fallen star, magic has become as natural as breathing - and just as essential for survival. While others revel in their newfound powers, one boy harbors a secret that makes him unlike anyone else. Stalked by those who sense his difference, shunned by a society obsessed with magical might, he navigates a realm where supernatural prowess determines not just status, but survival. "The Shadows of Aethel" follows his desperate journey through a world that treats anything unknown as a threat. In a reality where arcane gifts separate the elevated from the condemned, he must discover whether being different dooms him to the shadows - or marks him for something far more extraordinary than anyone could imagine.

Kael Veyne was never meant to be a survivor. She was born into a noble house of warriors, raised among the powerful, destined for a future she never had the chance to claim. When her family was massacred, she was left for dead—a nameless ghost in a world that erased her. But Kael survived. Buried in the underground city of Ravaryn, she became a fighter, a hunter, a blade in the dark. She wanted nothing more than to forget the past—until a cocky, insufferable outsider shattered her world. Riven Dain is hiding something. Beneath his charm and arrogance lies a man with too many secrets, a man with ties to the same noble house that destroyed Kael’s life. He claims to be nothing more than a traveler, but when warlords start hunting him, Kael knows better. Now, unwillingly bound together by fate and betrayal, Kael and Riven must leave the shadows behind. The world above is waiting. The past refuses to stay buried. And Kael Veyne is done being forgotten. Because the blood in her veins was never meant to be wasted in exile. It was meant to rule.

Xavier witnesses his father being murdered in cold blood by his father's most trusted friend. 16 years later, he becomes the most feared CEO in the business world all the while nursing his vengeance in his heart. Evie, Thomas's daughter, a beautiful Lady with an innocent heart finds herself intertwined with Xavier, she falls in love with him. Xavier uses Evie to get close to Thomas, But fate has another thing in store for them both. follow on the exciting journey of Xavier and Evelyn as they both find love in themselves when it was supposed to be the opposite

A Love Written in Starlight – A Tale of Forbidden Desire and Destiny In the heart of Paris, where moonlight weaves magic into the shadows, an impossible love story unfolds. Lucienne, a vampire cursed with an immortal existence, and Damien, a werewolf bound by duty, should have been sworn enemies. Their worlds have been locked in an eternal war, yet fate has other plans. A chance encounter in the misty alleys of the city ignites a dangerous attraction—one they cannot deny. When a rogue vampire threatens the fragile balance between their species, they are forced into an uneasy alliance. But as they battle against a common enemy, a far greater war rages within them—the undeniable pull of their forbidden love. With every stolen glance and secret touch, Lucienne and Damien defy the forces that seek to tear them apart. But love is never without consequence. Damien’s pack sees his love as a betrayal. The vampire council marks Lucienne as a traitor. And an ancient prophecy whispers of their love being the key to ending the bloodshed—or unleashing a darkness beyond their control. Betrayal lurks in the shadows, and when Damien’s secret is exposed, he is forced to flee, leaving Lucienne to face the wrath of her own kind alone. With danger closing in and the weight of destiny upon them, they must make an impossible choice—fight for a love that could unite two warring worlds, or surrender to a fate written in blood long before they met. A Love Written in Starlight is a spellbinding tale of passion, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between two souls who dare to defy fate beneath the Parisian moon.

"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?

Dying galaxies left in the hands of those who claim to preserve them are considered long gone. Everyone has their own selfish desires.. how can one be considered a hero then?

Amara Smith is a vision of black excellence at the elite Braidwood High. She is the school's star cellist with nothing but a bright future ahead of her. That all changes when Vanko Chernenko, her old middle school bully, crashes back into her life. He is the hurricane that ushers in complete chaos, stripping her world bare.

Four abyss opened up within the depth of earth and a powerful explosion followed suit. A figure was drenched in his own blood, eyes as red as blood. Two broken knives stuck out of his body as he struggled to breath. "In this life and the next, I'll never let them go!" His eyes was seethed with hatred, his teeth gnashing in anger. "I'll kill them all... I'll ruin them one after another!" He paused, a terrifying chill filling the air as the four abysses powered up. "I'll take my revenge! I'll come back and finish this story!" The abyss suddenly roared and his body parts was shriveled apart, each piece swallowed and distributed evenly Into the open maws of the chilling abysses. A deafening silence was the only thing that remained of a powerful civilization.

[A Reverse Harem Fantasy Romance] "Wherever there are shadows, there has to be a light" ~ Seraphina Winters, the Mafia Queen of the 21st century, dies at the age of 28 in an assassination attempt and finds herself facing the trial that will decide her place in the afterlife, i.e. - heaven or hell. However, a weird situation occurs when her bad deeds turn out to be equal to her good deeds performed during her mortal life. To solve the situation, the Council of Afterlife offers her a chance to increase her good deeds and secure her place in heaven. As for the offer - marry the Shadow Lords and revive the cursed land of Shadow City. The council even offers her their newly created system to help her with the impossible task. Dressed in an all-black wedding gown, Seraphina finds herself outside a haunted castle in the depths of a haunted city. From here begins Seraphina's journey of handling her four very hot but dangerous husbands while bringing a very dead city back to life with the help of the system. ----- For more updates about the story, follow me on Instagram: @nightsummer20 ******* Disclaimer: The book cover is mine.

Ethan Grayson, a lone wolf shunned by his former pack, returns to his hometown after receiving news of his younger brother’s death under suspicious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, Ethan finds himself entangled in a web of secrets involving the current alpha, Marcus Kane, whose iron grip on the pack hides a sinister agenda. As Ethan digs deeper, he discovers a secret society operating in the shadows, manipulating both humans and shifters for their gain. With the help of Claire, a brave human detective who refuses to believe the supernatural doesn’t exist, Ethan must decide where his loyalties lie—protecting his family or exposing the corruption tearing apart everything he once held dear.

--- Born as the fourth daughter of the reigning monarchs, Princess Anya of Westmere has always lived in the shadow of her elder siblings, particularly the brilliant and commanding Celia, second in line to the throne. With no real claim to power, Anya’s life seems destined for quiet insignificance—until a cryptic message disrupts a royal banquet, thrusting her into the center of a conspiracy that could unravel her family’s rule. As whispers of betrayal echo through the palace halls and dark secrets threaten the fragile peace of the kingdom, Anya discovers that the crown she once thought untouchable hides a dangerous legacy. Guided by her cousin Leila—her closest ally despite the court’s disapproval—Anya embarks on a journey of self-discovery, uncovering truths about her family, her kingdom, and herself. But Anya’s world shifts further when she meets Kaito, a mysterious traveler from distant shores. With his sharp intellect and enigmatic presence, Kaito offers both friendship and a love that challenges Anya’s guarded heart. Yet his origins hide a secret tied to the mystical forces shaping the kingdom’s fate, pulling Anya deeper into a conflict that spans beyond her world. In a land where loyalty is fleeting and power comes at a cost, Anya must confront her sisters’ ambitions, question her parents’ rule, and make choices that could change the course of the kingdom forever. As danger closes in, she learns that sometimes, the most forgotten of princesses holds the power to reshape destiny. -

Eryndor Valesh was born into a peaceful village, but from the moment he could think, he knew something was wrong. Haunting dreams of distant battles, crumbling ruins, and a name he shouldn't recognize plague his mind. When a routine magical aptitude test reveals an ominous black aura—a power that should not exist—his life takes a dangerous turn. The village mage, Eldrin Faelor, warns him to keep his power hidden, but it’s too late. Someone is already watching. A hooded figure lurking in the shadows, whispering in his mind, calling him by a name long forgotten. As ancient forces awaken and his buried past begins to resurface, Eryndor is forced to ask himself: "Am I truly myself, or something far more dangerous?" The world fears what he might become. But perhaps… it should fear what he once was.

At ALO Company, power, ambition and underground secrets work hand in hand. Roxanna Davis, the sharp and relentless Chief Sustainability Officer, has one goal unmask the person who sabotaged her project. With the company’s future hanging in the balance, she can’t afford any distractions. But Carlton Nakamura is a distraction she never saw coming. The newly elected President, young, powerful, and frustratingly charming, is already bolted by his father’s expectations and an engagement he never wanted. Carlton and Roxanna have always clashed, with their differences making cooperation a constant battle. Yet, as they battle crisis after crisis together, their differences start to blur, and something unexpected forms between them. While Terra, Roxanna’s sharp-eyed best friend and co-worker, sees the tension simmering beneath their arguments, Roxanna remains ignorant, too caught up in the storm threatening her team. But the deeper she digs, the more dangerous her mission becomes. Someone in the shadows wants her investigation buried and they’ll stop at nothing to make sure it is. Can Roxanna uncover the truth before it’s too late? And when the dust settles, will she finally see what’s been right in front of her all along? Or will Carlton’s love go unnoticed… until it’s too late?

Synopsis: 500 years after the Spiritual Awakening, Martial Souls have become the foundation for all warriors, allowing them to communicate with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. Every individual has only one Martial Soul, determining their potential in cultivation. Yet, Yang Xie, an ordinary youth, defies the heavens—awakening the god-level talent of Shadow Lord! While others struggle with a single Martial Soul, Yang Xie commands a shadow army that grows stronger alongside him: ☯ 1,000 Shadow Warriors... ☯ 10,000 Martial Masters... ☯ 100 million Martial Emperors...!!! "Training? Who needs it when my shadow soldiers are constantly growing stronger?" [God-Level Shadow Talents] ⚔ Devouring Shadow: Absorb the enemy’s shadow to gain their talent and energy! ⚔ Fusion Shadow: Merge thousands of shadow soldiers into one ultimate being—I am infinite! ⚔ Shadow Endowment: Bestow the devoured talents upon other creatures, creating an army of monsters! With this heaven-defying ability, Yang Xie sweeps across the world, his shadow army crushing even SSS-level geniuses as if they were mere ants. But his ambition does not stop there— His goal is the boundless sea of stars! When ancient beasts attempt to invade Blue Star—he destroys their entire nest! When the Demons, Bone Tribe, and Yaksha Clan conspire against humanity—his shadow army consumes them all for power! One-on-one? Yang Xie is a fair man... but he simply has too many soldiers! Who would have thought that this unstoppable Shadow Lord, standing at the peak of power, would eat soft rice, relying on a rich and beautiful school goddess to fund his cultivation? Despicable? No. Yang Xie just believes in making smart choices. [Cultivation Realms] ☯ Mortal Realms: Warrior → Martial Master → Martial General → Martial King → Martial Emperor → Martial God ☯ Transcendent Realms: Nirvana → Creation → Nirvana → Return to Truth → Transformation → Immortality → Feathered Immortal From the mortal world to the heavens, the Shadow Sovereign rises! This is the era of Yang Xie, the Lord of Shadows!

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Akane Nakahara, a 17-year-old high school student, moves to Hakone, Japan, to escape her painful past. She meets Takeru Matsumoto, a charming and talented photographer, and they fall deeply in love. However, their romance is put to the test when Kaito Nakamura, a wealthy and charismatic rival, appears and tries to win Akane's heart. As the love triangle deepens, Akane must confront her emotions and make a choice between the two boys she loves. Set against the stunning backdrop of Hakone's natural beauty, "Love in the Moonlight" is a heartwarming and romantic tale of first love, self-discovery, and the power of true relationships.

Marina Vasiliev, the only daughter of a powerful political dynasty, uncovers a secret that could bring an entire political party to its knees—a secret her father would kill to keep buried. Branded a traitor and marked for death, Marina has only one chance to survive: placing her fate in the hands of Viktor Castellano, the enigmatic billionaire whose wealth is matched only by his dangerous mafia ties. Viktor built his empire by wielding power in both the corporate world and the underworld, where trust is a currency more valuable than money. When Marina offers him the only leverage that could upend the political elite, he agrees to protect her—but at a price. Her loyalty. Her obedience. And eventually… her body. Trapped in a perilous game of power, Marina finds herself ensnared in Viktor’s world, where betrayal is inevitable, and attraction is a dangerous distraction. As their fates intertwine, desire and deception blur the lines between captor and captive. With enemies closing in and secrets threatening to destroy them both, Marina must decide: can she outplay a man who controls everything, or will she become just another pawn in his ruthless empire? In Entwined in Shadows, survival is a gamble, and love is the deadliest risk of all.