Auster

People often say when men reach middle age, their looks and strength deteriorate. Amelia Clarke doesn't think so. At least, not for Owen Turner. Even in middle age, he’s still exceptionally striking and strong. Owen Turner countered, saying: “I'm only thirty-five, nowhere near middle-aged.” … Owen Turner, born into a distinguished family, self-made founder of the Boway Group, a huge influencer in commercial circles. When people talk about him, they describe a mature, serious, and austere entrepreneur with an unfathomable background. Such a solemn and almost harsh successful man has, in an uncharacteristic twist, taken a young bride fourteen years his junior. Amelia Clarke, a resilient grass that sways in the storm, became the envy of everyone overnight after marrying into a well-known affluent family. … Rumors circulate that Mrs. Moreland is a vixen who has seduced the upstanding, self-disciplined Mr. Turner. Further rumors suggest that Mr. Turner is absolutely smitten with his young wife. During an interview. The host asked, “People say Mr. Turner married Mrs. Moreland because she's young and beautiful. Is that true? Besides beauty, does she have any other merits?” Owen Turner responded, “I love her, whether she is beautiful or not, I would have married her regardless. She doesn't need to have any merits. Loving me is her greatest merit.” The unsuspecting host swallowed the unexpected response and continued, “When did Mr. and Mrs. Moreland first meet? How did you meet?” Owen Turner said, “The first meeting was fifteen years ago…” The host: “…” Fifteen years ago, he saved her life. Fifteen years later, he asked for her to share her life with him. … The twenty-one year-old Amelia Clarke became the beloved darling of the Campbell family. Old Lady Moreland said, “Emma dear, quickly finish your bird's nest soup.” Old Master Moreland said, “Emma dear, this ancestral bracelet is for you.” Mr. Campbell said, “Emma dear, here's a card for you. Buy whatever you want, don't worry about the cost.” Third Uncle Moreland said, “Jacob, you better not bully Emma. Otherwise your Third Aunt-in-law and I won't let you off!” Third Aunt Moreland said, “Hmm hmm hmm!” Uncle Moreland said, “I don't have much to offer, but I can provide you with two bodyguards. They can hold their own in a fight.” Amelia Clarke said, “…” Is all this fuss necessary just because I’m pregnant? [A one-to-one, sweet love story of a marriage in a wealthy family]

"You are lying!" she retorted, her voice ringing with a blend of indignation and despair as she surged to her feet and crossed the space to his side. Her anger struck him as somewhat bemusing, and in a different circumstance, he might have been tempted to applaud her unyielding spirit. "I am an apex predator. I am what monsters and all things wicked fear. How could you imagine I would concern myself with something as fickle as emotions, let alone for a witch?" he asserted, his words delivered without the slightest quiver of doubt. His words landed like a blow to her very core. She had never anticipated such a stinging rebuttal from him. "If you can look me in the eye and tell me you feel nothing for me, then I'll leave you alone," she challenged, her tone calm amid the raging storm of emotion that churned within her. Her words felt like a knife piercing through his cold heart, leaving Damien to grapple with the weight of her final statement. He hesitated for a few fleeting moments before lifting his gaze to meet hers. "I don't," he declared, the words slipping from his lips with austere finality. Lauren's heart sank upon hearing his response; she sensed within her that he was not speaking the truth, but what recourse did she have? Before she could utter another word, the ringing of her phone pierced the solemn air. Engaging with the call, she answered, "Hello, Director." Briefly acknowledging the conversation, she swiftly concluded, "Alright, I'll be there," before ending the call. "Thanks for the meal once again," she offered in a flat voice, devoid of any discernible emotion. Damien found himself taken aback by the sudden shift in her demeanor, feeling the impulse to say something, but before he could gather his thoughts, she had already entered the elevator. Making her way towards the exit, she soon drove off, leaving Damien to stand before the towering windows, watching her departure with a silent ache lingering within him. As she disappeared, he turned his gaze inward, pondering the emptiness that seemed to pervade his residence. Reflecting on his actions, he found himself questioning whether he had made the right choice in pushing her away, but he understood that only time held the answers. This Novel tells a story of a halfie(half vampire half human) named Damien, who was the crown prince and heir to the throne of the kingdom Brennedon, and a beautiful young lady, Special Agent Lauren who also is a powerful witch from a very powerful witch bloodline whose destinies were intertwined to save the supernatural realm. will the witches put their century year old fued and animosity against the Brennedon vampires aside to save the supernatural realm or will they allow their hate consume the whole realm? journey with me as we travel the realm of the supernatural.

History is an eternal do-over. Since the beginning of time, whether economic, political or health crisis have generated austerity until a new political regime replaces the one lost along the way. According to ancient civilizations, all our history is made up of cycles, timeless loops, contradicting our current interpretation: the linearity of time. However, when coalitions of men and women take advantage of a crisis to create new ones, 30 years go by and the crisis only gets worse, thus contradicting the theory of the ancients. In 2060, a young woman, modified to become the weapon of these men and women and belonging to the army of the Federation of European States, will experience to a world in which, more than ever before, man has become man's predator.

Ten-year-old orphan Jane Eyre lives unhappily with her wealthy, cruel cousins and aunt at Gateshead. Her only salvation from her daily humiliations, such as being locked up in a "red-room" (where she thinks she sees her beloved uncle's ghost), is the kindly servant, Bessie. Jane is spared further mistreatment from the Reed family when she is sent off to school at Lowood, but there, under the hypocritical Evangelicalism of the headmaster, Mr. Brocklehurst, she suffers further privations in the austere environment......

Sekolah Elit Auster. Sebuah sekolah yang dibina oleh pihak kerajaan Malaysia bagi pelajar-pelajar tingkatan satu hingga lima menerima pendidikan berkualiti demi membawa nama negara ke peringkat tertinggi di masa hadapan. Qaz, seorang pelajar biasa yang menginginkan kehidupan yang tenang di sekolah itu sudah menjangkakan bahawa kehidupannya selepas ini tidak menjadi biasa lagi setelah dipasangkan bersama Kayra, pelajar perempuan paling popular dalam sebuah program sekolah dan secara tidak sengaja terlibat dalam masalah besar perempuan itu. Ketika hubungan Qaz dan Kayra semakin merapat, sebuah kejadian yang merenyukkan sepenuhnya hati Kayra terjadi dan begitulah permulaan kepada penderitaan Kayra selepas ini. Qaz membuat keputusan untuk menyelamatkan Kayra dan membantu Kayra menjadi lebih kuat. Perkara menjadi lebih menyukarkan apabila salah seorang pelajar yang tidak diketahui identitinya mula mengorak langkah dalam mencapai cita-citanya yang sekali gus mengganggu pelajar kehormat dan kesatuan pelajar elit auster (KPEA). Permainan minda kini akan bermula. Sesiapa yang berada di puncak rantai makanan, dialah yang akan menjadi pemenang kerana dalam dunia ini, kemenangan ialah segala-galanya. Qaz : “Kau mungkin tak sedar tapi sebenarnya kewujudan kau di sekolah ini semuanya disebabkan oleh kemahuan aku.” Kayriz : “Sejak aku datang ke sekolah ni, aku tidak pernah merasakan kekalahan.” Afkar : “Kalau kau di bawah sepasang kaki dan kaki itu ialah milik aku, benda tu pun dah cukup kan untuk buktikan segala-galanya?”

【First comes marriage, then comes love+ flash wedding+】 After my ex-boyfriend cheated on me with my cousin, the aunt who raised me was left unsettled. All she wanted was for Jiang Yuzhu to find a suitable man and live happily for the rest of her life, but she never had any expectations for marriage. She went on several blind dates, and finally found an unfamiliar man attractive. She thought of making a marriage contract, respecting each other, and, if things didn't work out, she could compensate him a little more when they divorced. Unexpectedly, not only was her marriage partner handsome, but he was also always able to take care of all her affairs. No matter how late she had surgery, a lamp would always be lit for her. When Jiang Yuzhu's heart started to waver, by chance, she discovered that the man everyone was after, the man atop the high mountain, the billionaire, looked exactly like her husband. She just wanted to have a blind date and live an ordinary life, she never thought about marrying into a wealthy family! In public, he was the prestigious head of the Pei Family, but in privacy, he wouldn't hesitate to pull her into a close and intimate embrace. Jiang Yuzhu: "???" Is this guy still the same austere and cold-faced CEO?

It’s known to the public that the third Young Master of Luo City’s Fu family are handsome and noble, arrogant and stubborn. Yet nobody knows that his meticulous machinations and calculating moves are all for the sake of wooing the Nan family’s youngest daughter Nan Yan, whose engagement with his nephew was called off. Nan Yan didn’t expect to be saved from the doom of marriage right before she was about to step in. The person who saved her was her ex-fiancé’s little uncle - Fu Sinian. Just as she was rejoicing over being saved in the nick of time, Fu Sinian kept having various “fateful encounters” with her. In the end, he said straightforwardly, “Since we’re so fated, then marry me!” With both arms in front of her chest in alarm, Nan Yan says with fearful astonishment, “I’m not that kind of frivolous person.” Later on, her ex-fiancé realizes his mistake and attempts a reconciliation. Nan Yan was disdainfully think about how to reject him when an aloof and austere voice sounded behind her, “She never turns back.”

lets see how Auster and Mai will fall inlove with each other.will a song change them both?will they confess their feelings to each other? find out on Another Song to Remember by Ztil Knightwalker

A monotonous day for the many had started, but no one had expected this to happen. Cracks appeared on the skies; lifeforms who came out of it can flip the heaven and earth in one hand. At the same time, many ancient heritages such as the Mage Towers, the ancient sects, and the demon killing exorcists appeared?! Lugh Austere Bayer is just a normal student that got caught up in all of this, that is, before he got a mysterious thing called [Panel]. Thanks to it, he learned many things that he shouldn't. Regressor, his harem members with monstrous potential, the calamity that is approaching the world, and so on. What the heck? Can I just go back to my usual life?! Watch Lugh as he gains the power to survive and protect his loved ones in this upcoming calamity through [World Travel]. -------------- Note: As it is my very first time writing, please do expect that I might make some newbie mistakes. Reviews are greatly appreciated! Writing sched: 1 chapter/ 2 days Cover art not Mine! Source: https://wallpaperaccess.com/student-anime

Driven by the need to settle her father’s debts Li Guang finds herself bound to a man shrouded in power and intrigue. Fu Huai’an known for his formidable intellect and austere demeanor, grapples with enemies plotting to dismantle his influence. Amid these he is drawn to a determined and independent spirit. When her quest is all about her freedom , will love bloom amidst chaos, not just trial of love but survival in a world where battles of the heart mirrors battles on the battlefield.

FACE is a return-to-the-past mystery with cultivation-action, magic, and a focus on spirit herbs. May contain phycological elements because the eldritch horrors believe the MC's mind is delicious, and the whole world mistakes him for someone else. **MC's synopsis:** I united the continent of Auster only to be betrayed by my sworn brother. Time froze Castle Everest with my body trapped inside, and an eldritch horror arrived to devour me. Luckily, my soul escaped and took possession of a young boy. Who is this boy? Why does everyone want to kill or capture him? Worst of all, this body is so useless. At least, I've gained supernatural senses… Wait! Too much! Is this a blessing or a curse? Am I going crazy? Tags: Mystery Reincarnation? Return to the Past Cultivation/Non-Standard Cultivation Magic Adventure Weak to Strong Fantasy Eastern and Western Elements/Xuanhuan Spirit Herbs and Magical Plants Alchemy Phycological Western Names About the Author: Native US English, Proficient with grammar. Note: The release rate is temporarily unstable due to real life events. Not certain how many releases per week I can do at this point. It will likely stabilize again by the start of December.

In a world where death dances naked, a soul is reborn. Its original world stands annihilated by the Nagas and the Yakshas, for a crime the inhabitants didn’t know was unforgivable. The soul that was once a meagre Sorceress is reincarnated by the forces even greater, the Eternals. However, what was once the past is no longer the future and what was once a human is now a monster- vermin and nothing more. With its negligible lifespan, it struggles against its fate. Meanwhile, Kiran leaves his home to defy fate. Named after the hope he represents, he seeks a [Class] so austere that hundreds fail in their search. Even those that do succeed remain haunted by failure at every step on this path before which even the Gods bow their heads in respect. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Updates on Fridays and Mondays. With Bonuses on Wednesdays. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Ankur_93 ------------------------------------------------------------------- Also known as A world of Monsters, 'I reincarnated as an Immortal caterpillar?' follows a monster and humans in a system word with a Buddhist/Hindu philosophy. The System is especially influenced by this philosophy.  ------------------------------------------------------------------- Tags: #Reincarnation #Non-human-Lead #Villainous-Lead #Horror #Survival #World-building ------------------------------------------------------------------- WARNING Not for trauma survivors. The human part of the story is a commentary on human nature. You have been warned.

What will happen if people with a different point of views towards life meet? Will love blossom between them? Will their love stand still in the chaos created by agnostic fate? Mark Alexander, playboy CEO of a trillion dollar company is facing a trail of serious events which decides his position at the company as he is facing a multitude of different opinions for and against his leadership. if this worsens his position can fall into jeopardy Eury Tristan, living an austere life and working in a Coffee shop and should look after her schizophrenic father. They have their own dark secrets and their own demons to tame. How did their paths cross each other? Fasten your belts as I take you through the story of a boy and girl who lies at different sides of the coin.

“We wield the sword of justice and smites the enemies of the Faith and the Kingdom.” Elaire Dí Sálem was only a child of ten when his father left him at the iron gate of the Warrior's Order. The Brothers of the Order are devoted to battle, and Elaire will be trained and hardened to the austere, celibate, and dangerous life of a Warrior of the Faith. He has no family now save the Order. Elaire's father,  Vorin Dí Sálem,  was the military commander to King Kaldor, ruler of the Kingdom. Elaire’s carries rage of being abandoned and dropped at the doorstep of the Order like a foundling. His father has motives that Elaire will come to understand. But one truth overpowers all the rest: Elaire Dí Sálem is destined for a future he has yet to comprehend. A future that will alter not only the realm but the world.

After being wrongfully accused of murdering his family, a young man is confined to an insane asylum for 18 agonizing years. As he is transferred to an increasingly austere and isolated room, the stark surroundings contribute to the deterioration of his sanity. Despite his desperate attempts to prove his innocence, the world remains unconvinced, fueling his growing resentment. Over the years, the protagonist spirals into madness, harboring an intense hatred for those who deemed him insane. As he reaches the brink of his sanity, a mysterious prompt appears, asking him a chilling question: "Are you willing to do it?" in a dispassionate monotone voice.

Sophie Carter felt that her passport to success would be securing her ideal position at Black Enterprises. Rather, it drops her into the mysterious universe of billionaire Ethan Black. Unquestionably, their chemistry is great, but Ethan's brutal past and austere appearance keep Sophie at distance. Sophie finds a perilous web of lies and betrayals endangering her life and career as she works out the secrets of Black Enterprises. Ethan turned her away years ago; today fate has given them a second opportunity. But the risk rises with every secret she reveals. Can Sophie and Ethan overcome their past and discover a future together in a society when love is dangerous and trust is rare?

When Greyson Alleje came into the metropolitan to start his college life, he initially expected to acquire freedom from his austere parents, but things got a little bit different when he met his heedless Korean roommate, Lee, whom he loved to bicker with even on the pettiest reasons that they can think of. Lee, on the other hand, wanted to get to know Greyson more because of how distinct he was from his former roommates. As much as he hated Greyson’s arrogance and tactlessness, he found security in him – a thing that most people could not bestow ever since that one particular incident from his past happened. When Lee detected that Greyson was in great dilemma that could potentially ruin his college life as well as his reputation, he offered something impulsive that even Grey did not consider to come, and that is to be his pretend boyfriend. Will they be able to succeed on this plan considering that they aren’t attracted to guys? Or will they just fall into their own trap considering that a person is not exactly falling for the gender?

Two souls encounter in a frenzy of passion and self-discovery amidst the distant and rough terrain of Montana, where the untamed wilderness matches the turbulent hearts of its residents. Veteran park ranger Robin Fletcher, who has had a rocky past, has devoted his life to protecting the breathtaking grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. The entrance of Kate McKenzie, a vivacious wildlife photographer with a taste for adventure, shattered his self-imposed solitude. His austere exterior and passionate dedication to wildlife protection have put him at a distance from the world. Kate is drawn to the heart of the Montana wilderness by her passion for capturing the unadulterated beauty of nature's wonders, where she meets the mysterious Robin. Their first personality clash is as combustible as the flame they must put out. Together, they fight. But as they negotiate the hazardous terrain and confront the risks associated with their line of work, a strong attraction begins to develop. "Wild Affection" is a captivating tale of love, redemption, and the merry dance between two souls meant to meet. The difficulties of Robin and Kate's chosen pathways force them to confront hidden scars from their pasts, which exposes their frailties and makes them more vulnerable to one another. Can they get over their ghosts and establish a bond that is as strong and wild as the forest around them? In "Wild Affection," Cipher C.W. skillfully weaves a story of love that is as ferocious and unrestricted as the Montana mountains. Take a journey with Robin and Kate as they explore their passions, inner selves, and the transformational power of nature in this enduring tale of wild affection.

He is frigid and icy to the touch, but even he cannot escape their sweltering connection, not even when fate itself defies their love. *** EXCERPT: "I think your wife would find this scene quite unsettling," I reminded him, my voice unwillingly softer, albeit with a painful pang in my chest. I obstinately focused my eyes on the frying pan. Nonetheless, my golden eyes were trembling nonstop from his presence. My quivering fingertips on the lukewarm wooden handle felt numb. His deep voice responded with an airy chuckle. He followed to further impress his well-proportioned body against my perspiring back, his strong arms curling over my clenched stomach. I could feel every curve and plane of his body gently calling my body to surrender and wanted so much to moan in his embrace, but I bit my lower lip and suppressed the urge. His chin was on my shoulder as he asked, teasingly, his breath igniting tingles over my bare neck, "Is that really what you think?" *** Aisha Ergot is the fugitive heiress and the last of a mystical tribe of supernatural entities. Regardless of the money she was born to inherit, all she wants is to pursue the stars in her dream career. Driven by wild, uncontrollable passion, she escapes - only to cross paths with the one man who freezes her burning spirit, and shares an irrefutable connection to her. Alexander Sear is the eccentric entity and epoch-old being who appears and disappears quickly, austerely leaving behind him an endless trail of broken hearts and astonished gasps at his boundless affluence. Nonetheless, away from the blinding sear of the spotlight, he is a broken man mindlessly searching for a cure to his revulsion to sunlight. What will follow with the sudden entrance of the seductive Aisha who makes his blood boil with one touch? *** Tags: #age-gap #supernatural #showbiz #babysitter Yes, there's a huge age gap which shocked even the author(my horny self *anxious laughter*), but that's supposed to be a secret. This is a fast-paced romance in a contemporary setting albeit with some supernatural elements. It's in England, but you don't need to imagine all the characters with a British accent. I sure didn't. My first attempt at writing mature scenes - I'm sorry, my sweet, sweet innocence(the absence of my innocence shall be mourned in silence)(and the innocence of my readers). Thanks for reading!

Itachi Koa, our protagonist, is a typical high school teenager with a singular focus on supporting her family in any way possible. To her peers, she comes across as aloof and detached, a perception that extends beyond school walls. In reality, Itachi is indeed emotionally detached, living her life with a seeming indifference, her feelings and emotions barely registering at 1%. Blessed with exceptional beauty and talents, she navigates her high school experience with the help of her close friends, Kyosuke Kuzokame and Tamako Uzui, both heirs to wealthy families. Upon her admission to the prestigious high school catering to the rich and wealthy, Itachi's arrival disrupts the status quo, particularly for Masato Shaoya, the school's heartthrob, student council president, and top student. Initially, Masato feels threatened by Itachi's presence, which relegates him to second place. However, their first encounter sparks an instant attraction, and Masato sets out to win her over, determined to take their relationship to the next level. Itachi's frosty demeanor and belief that love is a waste of time make her impervious to romantic advances, posing a significant challenge to anyone hoping to win her heart. Despite his persistence, Masato struggles to confess his feelings to her. As he gets to know her better, he discovers a complexity to Itachi that belies her austere exterior. Unbeknownst to everyone, Itachi leads a secret life, hidden even from her peers, with only her father aware of its existence. Masato's curiosity is piqued when he witnesses her exceptional violin skills, hinting at a depth to her character that contradicts her bland facade. As he continues to study her, his doubts and questions intensify, revealing a multifaceted individual beneath the surface. °°°SNEAK PEAK °°° A sudden gust of wind swept through the greenhouse, snapping her hair tie and sending her tresses fluttering like a wild aurora. It seemed as though she might take flight, chasing the breeze to see where it would lead. Itachi's melancholic melody echoed through the space, capturing the anguish of those haunting moments... and sending shivers down the spines of all who listened. Her raven-black hair swirled in the breeze as she stood steadfast, drawing a crowd of onlookers who gathered around the greenhouse to behold this otherworldly being of ethereal grace. Itachi's arm moved flawlessly with the rhythm, playing a stirring prelude that belied her emotional numbness... but then the music seemed to whisper: 'Since my heart is a still lake, would you lend me your emotions... that I may feel alive?'" . Annnnnnd scene . See you there