A Very Long Engagement

“How far can you go for me, Sage?" “As far as the end of the world, Dawn. For you, I'll burn everything to nothing!" **** There is a tale among the supernaturals— The devil was once an angel, he once loved a woman. They said that before he became the terror of the world, before the occurrence of the Immortal war, he was once a different man. But when he lost the only woman who kept his heart pure during the war, madness built a castle in his blood. Now, he is Sage, the Shadow walker, son of the blood. The Prince of darkness—a name that haunts even the strongest beings. No title is enough to describe his perfect insanity. In another dimension, named the mortal world, lived a woman called Runa, ‘Miss Cursed.’ For years, she has been tormented by dangerous nightmares— dreams of shadows, whispers of death and the voice of a monster who asks for pearls. Every night, she wakes in terror, trembling and begging for an escape. But then, she sees him. The moments he entered her nightmares, everything vanished and became a beautiful dream. He is her cure. She met him once as a child, but his presence lingered in her heart for two decades. Now that she's twenty-five, Faith brings them together again. To him, she is just another helpless human. To her, he is salvation himself. But every salvation comes as a price. She doesn't know how much doom the salvation held for her because… …. she doesn't know, she looks exactly like the woman who killed his beloved. And if the devil was once an angel, then his love is the kind that can turn the world to ashes. Will she find salvation in him or her doom? Will he look deeper into her and see who she truly is?

"Why did you have to get married to me then if you knew you were going to throw me away!" She yelled. He exhaled gently and faced her, his face blank, his eyes surprisingly cool. "That's because, I had to save my crown and my throne. Now, let me live my life." "Why did it have to be me?" She palmed her face. "You know she's my fated mate and there's nothing I can do about it." With tears in her eyes, she slowly picked up herself and nodded. "I'll sign the divorce papers." • • • Nyx is torn with grief, when Alpha Oberon, her husband decides to divorce her after he claims to have found his fated mate. She leaves the pack out of the fear of returning back to her abusive and cruel parents and raises her child all by herself. Years race by, with the new Luna not being able to produce any heir for the kingdom. A seer tells the king that he has a heir who has the king's blood running in his veins. What happens when he realises the child is from the very woman who once offended? What will he to do convince her to come back in order to save his throne and kingdom? https://discord.com/invite/2fkn5kam Click the link to join my discord group

Sure! Here is the translation of the given text: "Dreamer, I am just a piece of emotionless wood, a withered tree that cannot encounter spring, and does not understand the feelings of the world, the love between people. Except for you. Only you. The first part of this text is cheerful, while the second part is painful. 'Not long for this world, because there is no deeper emotion left. From now on, no one in this world will be able to show the slightest sentiment on Wen Meng's face.' What Wu Jiu said is indeed correct; the truths of this world really are: the strongest will face humiliation, and deep love cannot last."

a love story between female Mafia boss(Lana) and her a girl who working with her for a long time (Stella) gl story . bl story of their brothers Kim and Woo-jung

Her life had been tough right from the beginning. Now that she was past her youth, she felt that living freely was no longer an option. She had no one to turn to and realized she had spent her life alone. However, a single sentence from her favorite novel was enough to change everything. It took her on a journey back in time to relive her challenging experiences. Would she remember the true essence of her life, or would she be haunted by the ghosts of her past and the mysteries they held?

Alan Harwey is a boy who dreams of being a powerful hunter but unfortunately his talent is the lowest of all but he will not be alone on his journey he will have his companion Nameless who will be his best friend. Can Alan become the most powerful hunter?

The Axis Powers had won World War II nearly 20 years ago, and Japan's Pan-Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere had continued to dominate Asia for two decades. Now, in 1963, the relations between Japan and the United States were on the brink of collapse, and a crucial event that would determine the fate of the world was about to unfold. In this era, the young generation in Nanking and Tokyo—those known as the "Pan-Asia Youth"—faced a myriad of choices concerning ideals, life, identity, and emotions. As they were inevitably drawn into the whirlpool of history, what kind of future awaited them?

In Finland teetering on the edge of Soviet ambition, a secret council ignites a decades-long plan to forge an unbreakable nation, arming farmers, training skiers, and inventing tank-killers in the shadows. From frozen bunkers to daring smuggling runs, The Long Watch unveils an epic alternate history where a small country’s grit turns the tide of war—and rewrites its destiny. Will their silent defiance outlast the bear at their door?

All Zee ever imagined was living a thrilling, dangerous love story—a gangster husband, dodging bullets like in her wildest night dreams. But when that fantasy became her reality, it unearthed the dark secrets of her childhood, unraveling her world and leaving her hopeless. Just when she thought she was lost, the mysterious man from her dreams revealed himself, bringing light back into her life. ~~~ His tongue wasn’t just inside me—it was teasing, rubbing against my clit, moving in and out with deliberate precision. I couldn’t control my moans anymore, my body trembling under his touch. I grasped his head, desperate for more, but he only teased me further, keeping me on edge. “You know the rules, babe. Not until I say so,” he murmured, his voice muffled as he buried himself between my thighs. “Lloyd,” I gasped, my voice barely above a whisper. “Tell me you can hold it for daddy.” “I can’t, baby,” I panted, my moans breaking through uncontrollably. “Then tell me you love this,” he demanded, his voice thick with lust—deep, commanding, and utterly intoxicating. “You know it’s amazing, love,” I breathed, my own voice unrecognizable, heavy with pleasure. He rewarded my confession with a long, deep thrust of his tongue that sent a cry ripping from my throat. Every muscle in my body tensed, anticipation coiling inside me like a tight spring. He smirked against my skin, his voice a husky whisper. “I love it when you cum on my tongue. I just can’t get enough of your taste.” Reaching for the pillow beside my head, he slid it beneath my pelvis, lifting me into the perfect arch. He took his time, savoring me, his tongue circling my clit with agonizing slowness. Then, he slid a finger inside me, moving it with expert precision, teasing, building the pressure. Shifting, he moved up my body, his hands parting my legs further as we adjusted to our sides, limbs tangled in a slow, sensual rhythm. His hard length rubbed against me, the friction sending jolts of pleasure through my core. I had always believed pleasure should come with a little pain, but this… this was something else entirely. Warning: This book contains explicit sexual and violent content. Reader discretion is advised.

Viella Ivelle, the forgotten daughter of King Peter Emris of Olaos, has spent her life as a servant to the family she once belonged to, branded as a bearer of misfortune since the death of her mother, Queen Maristella. Stripped of her titles, she endures cruelty from both her family and the palace servants. Her only escape is the flicker of hope that one day, she will be free—to love, to be loved, and to carve a path of her own. But on her eighteenth birthday, Viella learns the shocking truth: she was already promised to Alastor Kavish, nephew to the powerful Lunar Mage Raden Ovenash, the protector of the kingdom. The catch? Alastor is a ghost—missing since the day he was born, leaving Viella bound to a future she never chose. Desperate to break free, Viella sets off on a journey to find Alastor and end the engagement once and for all. But the world beyond the palace is far more dangerous and complex than she ever imagined. As she journeys into unknown lands, Viella uncovers a realm of secrets, dark forces, and hidden powers that could either grant her the freedom she’s longed for—or bind her to a fate more perilous than she ever dreamed. In the midst of it all, Viella finds herself trapped in a heart-wrenching choice. Two men, both claiming her heart, but with vastly different futures. One is a prince, risking everything in a deadly bid for the throne, willing to sacrifice his life for a crown that may never be his. The other is Alastor Kavish, an elite soldier with a dark past, whose mysterious scars conceal even darker secrets. Will Viella succeed in breaking her chains and claiming her freedom? Or will she be forced to choose between the dangerous prince who could offer her an empire or the tortured soldier whose love is as deep and complex as the secrets he hides?

After being disassembled and banished from the Netherworld, I reincarnated from the Lord of the Underworld to a thoroughly ordinary person in the world of the living. The good news was that I managed to take a part of my original body with me before reincarnating. The bad news was I didn't closely examine what I took. ... Luckily, the supernatural was making a comeback in this world, and I still had a chance to rise again. It was time to give the living world a little Netherworld shock! ... "You must have misunderstood this BOSS; she is clearly my dear little sister," Jiang Lu said indignantly, holding a female ghost that was emitting a strange aura. [Infinite Streaming] [Original Copy] [Unrivaled Against the Heavens]

When five special forces operators each hailing from a different corner of the globe, are ripped from their world and thrust into an fantasy realm, survival becomes their only mission. Bound by circumstance but divided by culture, training, and trust, they must navigate a land where the rules of war no longer apply. In this strange and unforgiving world, their skills will be tested, their loyalties strained, and their humanity laid bare.

The Long Road to Healing follows the emotional journey of Sarah, a woman who unexpectedly loses her husband, leaving her to raise two children on her own. Overcome with grief, she leaves the Philippines for Kuwait in search of a fresh start. There, she faces significant challenges at work and eventually returns home feeling lost and broken. With support from a former employer, Sarah slowly begins to rebuild her life. In 2016, she makes a life-changing decision to return to the Philippines, where her former employer, Hammod, proposes marriage and a new life together. This story of pain, resilience, and unexpected hope demonstrates that even in the darkest times, healing and new beginnings are possible.

After a one-night stand, CenYao thought that the two would never have any intersection again, but in one night, the other party became her immediate boss. Are you so afraid to see me? The man's deep voice sounded slowly. Aren't you afraid? Don't worry, we are all adults, and I won't care about that night. CenYao to the man's line of sight. Really? Shao Xichen's black eyes suddenly darkened, and he suddenly whispered close to her ear. At first she thought it was destiny takes a hand's meeting, but later she realized that everything was premeditated.

Lưu ý: truyện chỉ mang tính chất giải trí, người viết không có ý bẻ cong hoặc xuyên tạc lịch sử. Một bức tranh cổ vô danh xuất hiện, mở ra cánh cửa dẫn đến những bí ẩn bị chôn vùi hàng thế kỷ. Bên dưới những nét vẽ nhuốm màu thời gian là manh mối dẫn đến một lăng mộ thất truyền—nơi cất giữ bộ chiến bào huyền thoại có thể thay đổi lịch sử. Trần Vân Khê—chủ tiệm đồ cổ danh tiếng, một bậc thầy giám định với đôi mắt nhìn thấu quá khứ. Phan Linh Chi—nữ giáo sư khảo cổ học trẻ tuổi, kiêu hãnh và lạnh lùng, nhưng lại mang trong lòng những tổn thương chưa bao giờ nguôi ngoai. Bốn năm trước, họ từng là tất cả của nhau. Nhưng rồi Vân Khê lại buông tay. Giờ đây, định mệnh đưa họ gặp lại—không phải trong những tháng ngày êm đềm, mà giữa một cuộc tranh đoạt đầy hiểm nguy. Trên hành trình giải mã bức tranh, họ không chỉ đối đầu với những thế lực ngầm thao túng thị trường cổ vật, mà còn bước chân vào một thế giới ma mị, nơi những bí mật được khắc sâu trong đá và máu. Giữa yêu và hận, giữa thật và giả, giữa lòng người và quỷ kế—ai mới là kẻ nắm giữ bí mật cuối cùng?

Since he was six years old, Adrian Nero has always had a dream. Thanks to his father's influence, he developed a great interest in football at a very young age. He loved the way the game was played, the way a team of eleven players worked together to score as many goals as possible against their opponents while conceding as little as possible, he loved the tactical aspect of the game with teams trying to play to their strengths and their opponent's weaknesses. But more than those, he loved watching the players lift trophies after winning a tournament. That's right, the thing Adrian liked the most about football was lifting trophies. Immersing himself in any game, his favourite teams played, he always felt like he was there celebrating and smiling with them. He loved that feeling. 'I'll really be there one day.' He always thought to himself. Despite his father's love for the game, his parents did not exactly support his dream to become a footballer and preferred him to go to a normal school to study and get a normal job. However, all hope was not lost as his high school was one of the schools that strongly supported having sports activities in their curriculum and it wasn't just for formality's sake. Adrian fought his way through, becoming the captain of the football team as early as the first year of senior high. With his help the team grew to become quite a formidable one and was named as one of the favourites going into the qualifications for the intercontinental highschool tournament, a competition taking place in his last year of highschool and his chance to lift his first trophy. That was when disaster struck. Due to work reasons, Adrian was forced to move back to his home country with his family leaving behind the team he had worked hard to put together. However, he was fortunate enough to find himself in a school eligible to take part in the qualifications for the tournament. Finding out about that, he felt that all hope wasn't lost, a feeling that was soon carried away by the wind. Sino Academy, although possessing a very good and well-maintained pitch alongside the basic equipment, was one that never took sports seriously. In all the times they had participated in the tournament, they had only been able to get through the qualifications once but miserably failed to get through the group stage. This was an event of fifteen years ago. Facing a school with a non-existent team and players that lacked teamwork, coordination and motivation, Adrian couldn't help but feel that his dream was far beyond his reach.

Neon and Longing is an urban tale of self-discovery and heartache set against the pulsating backdrop of a modern metropolis. The story follows Lena, a young woman who leaves behind a small-town life in pursuit of a dazzling career and the excitement of city living. Amid the luminous glow of neon signs and the endless rhythm of urban nights, Lena is drawn into a world of glamour, ambition, and fleeting connections. As she navigates her new environment, Lena encounters both the breathtaking promise of success and the stark realities of isolation in a city that never sleeps. Her journey is marked by moments of unexpected romance, challenging betrayals, and profound introspection. While the city offers a canvas of opportunities and dreams, it also forces her to confront her inner void—a deep-seated longing for genuine connection and meaning beyond superficial allure. In the heart of urban chaos, Lena learns that the neon lights, though mesmerizing, cannot mask the truths of loneliness and the quest for identity. With every twist of fate, she discovers that real fulfillment comes not from the glittering facades of modern life but from embracing vulnerability, forging sincere relationships, and daring to be authentically herself. "Neon and Longing" is a reflective exploration of the contrasts between ambition and inner peace, capturing the delicate dance of modern femininity in a relentlessly vibrant world.

When Connor moved to his new town with his sister, his house had a forest behind it, unusually his sister Mallorie started going everyday, until she doesn't return. He now has to find out what happened and why she loved going in the woods.

Summary:  Meng Xing was on his way to send the result of his investigation for his client when suddenly he was hit by a car, and he died on the spot. When he opened his eyes again, he didn't expect to travel in the past, and this time, he became a young master of a wealthy family. What's more, this young master is actually gay, and was arranged to be engaged to another man!  Five years later, just as Meng Xing thought that he will be marrying in a week, the other side forcefully broke up the engagement! He is now free! ... Lin Ze has been excellent since he was young. Not only he is proficient in six arts, but he is even better in martial arts. So, when he was sixteen, he went to jianghu to make his name. But, what he didn't expect before he left was him getting engaged. Five years later, his elder brother called him back to the capital and asked him a favor. What seemingly a familiar capital has actually greatly changed beyond his recognition. It all started with his change of career, which he thought was only temporary. He didn't know that his life would also be changed, and permanently. P(r)etty detective and deeply hidden prince shou x top fighter and wealthy young master gong!

Great Simon is a girl who had everything thing she needed whenever she asked she is the second child of four children,she was also athletic and made friends easily ,she felt wasn't pretty enough and that caused her insecurity. Everything changed when she pretended to be who she's not which let her to meeting the wrong people. Who did she pretend to be and who are the wrong people she met? Let's find out.

Tang Lin, a descendant of the Tang family, lives the life of a wealthy person and when her uncle comes to visit after a year of going abroad, he reminds her of her childhood husband. She got “married” to a little boy when she was younger. Their parents and Tang Lin meant it as a funny joke, however, the man intended to marry her for the rest of his life. Lu Shen, Tang Lin’s childhood husband, is the CEO of the Lu Group and he is the wealthiest man in the capital.

When desperate circumstances force Isla Monroe, an independent but struggling designer, into a marriage contract with the cold and mysterious billionaire Adrian Sinclair, she believes she’s just another pawn in his ruthless world. But what starts as a loveless business arrangement soon turns into a tangled web of secrets, betrayals, and undeniable passion. As Isla uncovers the dark secrets behind Adrian’s motives for marrying her, she realizes she’s trapped in a game far more dangerous than she imagined. When past betrayals resurface and hidden enemies threaten everything, will love be enough to survive, or will their contract end in heartbreak and destruction?

As soon as Thomas noticed his body laying there dead on top of a puddle of his own blood he sees a large mirror next to his body. Thomas was so focused on his dead body that he didn't notice the mirror at first. As soon as he noticed the mirror he started walking towards it wondering what the hell it was, what was going on. As Thomas walks up to the mirror he sees himself. But something was off he didn't notice it right away but as he was getting closer to the mirror he started to see his shadow move and unusual ways. Finally as he got to the mirror his shadow started rising behind him, Thomas was dead but it felt like his heart was beating so fast his chest hurt. Then he heard it, A slight whisper barely noticeable but he could hear it, it was telling him to touch the mirror Thomas felt hesitant. But he was dead what's the point of hesitate when you're dead so we got up to the mirror and touched it. As soon as he touch the mirror everything went white he couldn't see anything he felt blinded by the pure whiteness that surround it his vision. He didn't know how long he was like that, how long he was surrounded by the pure whiteness that felt endless he couldn't move he couldn't hear and he couldn't feel anything, it was so weird to be stuck like that but what could he do?

In a remote land protected by storms like gods, where no one can enter or exit, "Lion Feng" is born, the brave heir of the "Feng" tribe. With his golden hair and massive build, he grows to be a symbol of strength. His tribe lives in harmony with the "Holden" tribe until disputes arise over the division of wealth, leading to bloody conflicts. As time passes, the "Holden" realize they are on the losing side of the battle and decide to seek peace. But in a night of betrayal, they attack the "Feng," resulting in the complete annihilation of the tribe. By a miracle, "Lion" survives, as his mother sends him and his infant sister away in a boat, but she cannot follow them. Before she dies, she whispers to him: "Return and take your revenge, my son!" After the gods allow him to cross the sea for a purpose, "Lion" begins his journey in foreign lands, determined to seek vengeance and reclaim his lost homeland.

"What a shame. He had his whole life ahead of him, yet attempted suicide by jumping off a building." One year later~ The past can be recovered from, but never completely forgotten or erased from memory. August Castellan was a person who shut people out, never getting too close with someone. He was polite and gentle, but always drew a line, mercilessly pushing those who tried to cross it out of his life. He had done this perfectly....until now. Why couldn't he bear to push him away? Edward was a bright and cheerful person, breaking apart all the walls August put around himself with ease. He came crashing in August's originally uneventful life, making his black and white world bloom with colors and emotions he didn't even know existed before. He always thoughts of true love as a hoax, something people use to comfort themselves until he met Edward. But was Edward really what he seemed? Or was he hiding his own secrets, a past he can't leave behind? Can two people, both connected by a past one doesn't even know the other is a part of, get through this? Or was their story messed up from the beginning, destined for a bad end before it even started? Angst with happy ending...probably. DAILY UPDATES (AN- I'm not able to upload side stories on this. they're in a separate work by the same name)