Heart Of Darkness Is A Modern

Layla Monroe had lost her parents at a very young age and was raised by her grandmother who meant the world to her.... Layla was devastated after watching the home her grandmother owned and the little town she grew up being destroyed by a big shot billionaire which led to her grandmother's death. "I will make them pay for taking her away from me"She cried sorrowfully. What happens when Layla meets the billionaire who is responsible for the death of her grandmother; Will she still be able to go on with her revenge or will she end up falling in love with him?

Billy Gardner, known as the King of the West, is an unstoppable warlord who crushes his enemies with the legendary Bloodshadow sword. But just as he secures victory on the battlefield, a voicemail shatters his world. A terrified little girl calls him "Dad", begging for help. Billy dismisses it as a mistake—until a photo reveals the undeniable truth. She is his daughter. And she’s in danger. Fueled by rage and regret, Billy vows to make things right. With his elite forces at his back, he races toward Ozin, ready to annihilate anyone who dares harm his child. On the battlefield, he is a king. But now, he is a father who will stop at nothing to bring his daughter home—alive.

A young man, around fifteen years old, was walking under the late afternoon sun, at that moment when the light turned golden and soft. The air was cool, still carrying traces of the day's heat, gently warming his skin. With each step, he seemed lost in his thoughts, his gaze drifting into the long shadows of the trees and the gentle breeze whispering through the leaves. Night was slowly approaching, but the sky still held warm hues, like the last breath of summer before the evening arrived. Once at the entrance of his alley, he saw a car speeding toward him. He didn’t have time to react before he was thrown into the air. In those final moments of suffering and his last breath, he died—but...

Yamikuro Asaki has no powers, yet he’s seen as a hero. Defying the laws set by the government, Yamikuro helps people with powers escape to another world, one he has never set foot in, called The Hideout. But when his path crosses with a girl who has powers, his life changes forever. Trying to help her escape to the other world, he's thrown into a life or death fight, awakening to a dangerous power. The Darkness. Now hunted by gods, government and beings beyond his understanding, all seeking to claim his power. He's forced to join The Hideout, and he quickly becomes close with Isabella, Kaminari, Cedar, and Deia. Together they fight back against those who try to control their lives and fate, and struggle with the past that has formed who they are now.

A young girl who is very nice is abducted by a cold-blooded billionaire mafia. He gradually turns her into his possession then into his obsession, but a traitor has stolen his heart, so all he can do is abhor the traitor and search for her if he can find her. The price of her betrayal would be that she would curse the day she was born. Will the girl he kidnaps and plans to marry ever win his heart, or will she just be his property to do with as he pleases? trigger warnings abusive relationship, drugs, slavery, dark, cold, sexual assault, violence, human trafficking, mafia, guns etc. so if you are not comfortable with these, please avoid this story. *I don't support any of these!!*

A life story of a boy called Domi, who lived a wonderful life with his parents. But then in one single night his life took a turn in a completely different direction. A turn that changed lives of everyone in the world. What will he do after this and what fate has for him in the future.

Javier Rodriguez ~ Ruthless. Fearful. Callous. - "I know I don't deserve you, but I still won't let you go." Giorgia Torrini ~ Delicate. Graceful. Innocent. - "Isn't dying better than marrying him?" Atlast the time comes when the Mexican Cartels and the Famiglia are expected to join hands by making a deal to expand their territories. But this deal has become the worst nightmare of Giorgia as she is supposed to marry the future Capo of the Mexican Cartels - Javier Rodriguez who is worse than death itself. Will this marriage of convenience work? Will Giorgia's brightness disple his darkness or will Javier's darkness ruin her in it? ____________________________________ Tropes~ • Mafia Romance • Arranged Marriage • Grumpy X Sunshine • Forced Proximity ____________________________________

After mysteriously awakening in the body of a Naiman warrior with no memories of his past life, Huleg’s bizarre behavior draws suspicion, forcing him before the ruthless Tribal Chief. Spared from execution but condemned to endure brutal trials in the pit, he must prove his worth through blood, pain, and the savage customs of a world steeped in conquest, torture, and depravity. As he fights to survive and adapt, Huleg is thrust deeper into the brutal heart of the Naiman way, where every victory comes at the cost of his humanity—and failure means death.

"A Promise of the Heart" is a poignant love story set in the picturesque Japanese town of Asahikawa. Raito, a reserved young man who runs a bookshop, meets Aimi, a girl who has moved from Tokyo seeking peace. Their shared love for literature and simple beauty forms the foundation of a deep connection. They experience a growing friendship, falling in love amidst the changing seasons. However, Aimi is called back to Tokyo to care for her sick father, and the couple faces a painful separation. After months of longing, Aimi returns, and they rebuild their life together. They expand Raito’s bookshop to showcase Aimi’s art, and their love story becomes a symbol of hope in the town. Eventually, they marry by the lake where they first met, solidifying their bond. The story concludes with their enduring love becoming a cherished legacy in the town, timeless as the cherry blossoms that bloom each spring.

Fade was a legendary assassin that could kill just about anyone, as long as the price was right and the reason was just. One day as he was reminiscing about his life when he lost someone important, he fell asleep. When he woke up he was in a weird place, a different body, a different world.

Casmi's life has never taken a 360° like this. The king took one look at her and that was it......... *I won't let you go* He was her anger, She was his placidity, She became fire, He became her water. My Heart ..... She regreted working in the palace. .................................................................. Excerpt... His golden eyes stared into her midnight blue eyes, his strong veiny hands caging her. Stars danced in the sky, the moonlight cast a soft glow on her soft and delicate face. " I love you Senyolyra" He said nibbling her ear. Shivering from the inside and taking in a sharp breath she replied. " I don't love you" He paused in his movements. And continued nibbling her ear sending sparks over her body. " You're still mine" " I am not your property" " But you are still my love" ...

Laurent bukanlah pahlawan. Dia bukan seseorang yang akan mengulurkan tangan untuk menolong tanpa alasan. Hidup dalam bayang-bayang tragedi masa kecilnya, ia tumbuh dengan luka yang tidak pernah sembuh-dendam yang terus membara. Kehilangan kedua orang tuanya di tangan Elric, sahabat yang berkhianat, meninggalkan luka yang lebih dalam dari sekadar kematian. Namun, hidupnya berubah lebih buruk ketika kekuatan gelap yang tak terkendali mulai mengalir dalam dirinya. Kekuatan yang melukai, menghancurkan, bahkan membunuh tanpa ia sadari. Kekuatan yang membuatnya lebih berbahaya dari siapa pun yang pernah ia benci. Mencari jawaban, Laurent melangkah ke dunia yang lebih kelam dari yang ia bayangkan. Rahasia darahnya, warisan ras kuno, dan konspirasi yang lebih besar dari balas dendamnya sendiri mulai terungkap. Namun, dunia tidak menawarkan pilihan yang mudah. Mereka ingin menggunakannya-sebagai senjata, sebagai alat, sebagai kunci yang dapat mengubah segalanya. Tapi Laurent tidak akan membiarkan dirinya dikendalikan. Ketika bayangan masa lalu dan kekuatan kegelapan terus menelannya, ia harus memilih: tunduk pada takdir yang dipaksakan padanya atau menghancurkan segala sesuatu yang menghalanginya, termasuk batasan moral yang pernah ia pegang. Dalam dunia di mana tidak ada yang benar-benar baik atau jahat, Laurent akan berjalan di jalannya sendiri-dengan atau tanpa darah yang tertumpah di tangannya. Ini cerita pertama author, harap maklumi jika alurnya berserak. Alurnya suka gonta-ganti jika tidak sesuai dengan keinginan sang author, jdi wlau sudah di publis tpi jika kedepannya author tidak suka dengan alurnya akan author ganti. Ini murni pemikiran author sendiri!

In a world where true humanity has vanished, a doll by the name Riona, created with feelings, longs for her own life after years of being passed from child to child. Her desperate wish to become human is granted by an enigmatic entity, thrusting her into a cruel and corrupt reality. As Riona navigates this harsh world, she clings to the hope of finding and spreading the lost essence of true humanity. This tale explores whether innocence can survive and shine in a world where humans rarely act like humans.

This is a book not for the faint of heart. Be wary as you read. It contains graphic depictions of different experiences meant for mature audiences; I have not been through most of them (as most were/are made up to prove a point), but I am trying to write as if I were that character. Bear with me. ---------------------------- This novel has more than one character. In every chapter, there is a new story. I may be a coward and fear continuing a story past a point, but I believe stories were made to teach, not solely for your enjoyment. These stories should be deeply emotional and might bring up some traumas.

On Earth, Ryuki Kurozaki is a 40-year-old man living without any grand ambitions. He is just an ordinary person, going through his daily routine without anything truly meaningful in his life. However, fate has other plans. In an instant, Ryuki finds himself reborn in another world. Now, he is a 15-year-old boy with white hair and blue eyes—features vastly different from his previous life. This world is filled with kingdoms, magic, and legendary creatures. Yet, in this new world, Ryuki is a nobody. Without any special abilities, he can only live the life of an ordinary young man. Until that day comes.

Erika obtained all worldly pleasures in the fastest way possible. Competing was not easy in an era of advanced technology, where, as time passed, her position was gradually being replaced by the younger generation. Her greatest desire was to survive in the political world with a prestigious position, making her thirst for power and status. The pressures of politics and her own greed eventually led her to a dark and malevolent entity—one that could grant Erika all the worldly pleasures she desired. Position, wealth, power, and eternal beauty. Of course, such gifts came with a price. The entity, known as the Fallen Angel—more accurately, the one cast out—had its own demands in return. A Prince of Darkness, ruler of the underworld and the deepest pits of Hell. Adzriel. He finally came to Erika to claim what was promised. Now that she had everything, it was time for Adzriel to take her soul—to drag her into the deepest abyss, forever.

The past week had felt like a lifetime of dodging my own feelings. As I sat at the head of the table, I felt the dam about to break, then the door swung open, and my heart lurched. Chris stood there, a storm cloud personified. His expression was unreadable, but one thing was clear: he wasn't smiling. My staffs exchanged glances, their gazes then focusing on me. "Eve," Chris's voice was low. "We need to talk." The room went silent, thick with nervous energy. The unspoken question hung in the air. "Chris," I said, my voice calm despite my pounding heart, "can this wait? We're in the middle of an important meeting." I wanted him to leave, to deal with this later, on my terms. "No, it can't," he said, stepping into the room. His anger simmered beneath the surface, but there was a visible vulnerability that made my own heart ache. "Please excuse us," I told my staffs, who hurriedly packed and left us alone. "You just left. You left after that night with just empty words on a piece of paper and then went out of the country for a whole week, Eve. A whole week." I was surprised to see him so vulnerable, so angry. It was the first time. It was obvious he was hurt, and I knew I was wrong. He stalked towards me, like a predator, and as he got closer, the anger seemed to flicker, replaced by a different intensity. He stopped in front of me, and then, without warning, his arms wrapped around me, pulling me into a tight, desperate embrace. My breath hitched. I went stiff for a moment, surprised by the contact. Then, almost instantly, my arms went around him, clinging to his strong frame. A mix of emotions flooded me: surprise, relief, and an overwhelming need to simply hold him. I breathed in his familiar scent, a comforting aroma that had been haunting my senses for the last week. He held me tightly, as if afraid I'd vanish if he let go, and I didn't resist. I had dreamed of this. He pulled back, his hands on my shoulders, his gaze searching mine with an intensity that made my heart flutter. The anger lingered, but it was mixed with something else. Something softer. "I missed you terribly," he whispered, the words barely audible, but they resonated through me. ------ Eve, a fashion powerhouse ruling the world's runways, needs a fake boyfriend and fast, to appease her matchmaking mother.   Christopher, a charming, secretive, and dangerously attractive heir to the biggest conglomerate in the country. needs a distraction from his father's unwanted marriage plans. Their solution? A temporary romance brokered through a "rent-a-partner" app. What starts as a mutually beneficial arrangement quickly evolves into a sizzling romance, throw in a jealous childhood crush, a clash of powerful families, and a whirlwind of hilarious misunderstandings, and you've got a recipe for a romance that's as unexpected as it is unforgettable. Will their carefully constructed facade withstand the pressure, or will their fake relationship crumble under the weight of their undeniable, and quite unexpected, love?

In a world torn apart by the relentless war between the radiant kingdom of Valoira and the dark forces of Arcanan, a young warrior named Zephyr carries the weight of destiny on his shoulders. Gifted with the sacred Holy Sword, he is Valoira's last hope to turn the tides against the overwhelming monster waves that threaten their lands. Amidst the chaos, Zephyr crosses paths with Elira, a fiery and determined soul whose secrets could either save the kingdom or doom it to ruin. As their fates intertwine, forbidden emotions spark, but the shadow of war looms ever closer. When a black dragon, the harbinger of destruction, emerges as the puppet master behind the monster wave, Zephyr faces a harrowing choice: embrace the role of a savior or lose everything he holds dear. With love, loyalty, and kingdoms on the line, will Zephyr’s light prevail, or will the shadows of Arcanan consume them all?

In the heart of a small Italian town, nestled between rolling vineyards and ancient cobblestone streets, lives Isabella Romano, a young historian with an insatiable curiosity for the past. When she stumbles upon a centuries-old letter hidden in the walls of an abandoned villa, she unknowingly unlocks the door to a love story that defies time itself. As she delves into the mystery, she discovers the tale of Alessandro De Luca, a nobleman from the 18th century who was willing to defy the world for love. When Isabella begins experiencing vivid dreams that transport her into Alessandro’s world, she soon realizes that their fates are intertwined in ways she never imagined. As past and present collide, Isabella must decide whether to embrace the impossible or let history remain unchanged.

[WSA 2024 Entry] Please Support. _________ Silas, as a normal hot-blooded youth with big dreams and huge ambition, wanted to see the world, experience what it has to offer while living his dream life. But when has life ever gone according to plan? when has it ever been fair to anyone? Silas was hit with a reality check after graduating, if school was hard, society is harder. For two years he worked but nothing seems to be working out. He gave up on his dreams and ambition and his determination waned. After a long day at work one day, he looked up at the ceiling and made a wish, a wish he never knew will come true and change his life forever. He got a system, one that seems to be an all-rounder and it has his dream feature. [Ding!] [You spent $1199. You received 10x rebate of expenses made. You earned $11,990. The money has been sent to host bank account] "My dream life is no longer out of reach!" ________ This is my first book and English is not my main, I will apologize for any possible error. ________ Disclaimer: 'Getting A System In A Modern World' is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. This book may reference real companies and organizations, but these references are for narrative purposes only and are not intended to depict actual conduct or involvement of these entities. The use of these names and references is not meant to harm, defame, or discredit these companies or organizations. ________ Thank you for reading :)

"If I told you about the darkness inside of me, would you still look at me like I'm the Sun?" ****** Annalise's life changed the very night she was married off to the Dark Lords who resided in the Cursed Castle. She was offered to them as a sacrifice to save their Empire. No one knew anything about those residing inside the Cursed Castle except that there were three of them, all men, and they all were very powerful. There was a dark force invading the peaceful lives of the people of Seelie Empire, people were disappearing and unseen things were happening. And the High Priestess confirmed that the Seelie Realm would need the help from the Dark Lords to win this battle against the unknown. Annalise ended up becoming the pawn as the only unmarried girl with royal lineage and the title of a Princess. To show their sincerity about the treaty, the royal family offered her hand in marriage to the Dark Lords, and to everyone's surprise, the Lords agreed. But they had a condition - she needed to marry all three of them! To save her Empire and people, Annalise agreed to marry all three Lords only to find that none of them showed up at the wedding. How was Annalise going to handle her married life, and her three husbands who were not only handsome beyond words but also more powerful and mysterious than people thought? Especially when they had a great battle to fight! ****** Warning: Mature content in the story. This is a Reverse Harem story, so if it's not your cup of tea, please skip this story. ----- Disclaimer: The book cover is mine. ----- For more updates, follow me on Instagram: @nightsummer20 *******

Zahb Lwheat looks to make a stand with his new found opportunity and powers.

Hundreds of years ago, humans were at the top of the chain, their technological development had reached the highest possible levels, and with their modern machines they were able to explore every possible part of the earth, and they are still exploring. Despite the dangers and challenges, humans took the plunge. It doesn't matter if it was greed, curiosity, or a love of evolution, what matters is that they ventured out to explore. Unfortunately, some places must always remain hidden and unseen, and that's what humans will understand the hard way. While searching the depths of the oceans, they found something that shouldn't be there in the first place.

Ever wondered what would happen if a gullible human doctor caught the attention of a vampire? Not just any vampire—but an Original, the first of their kind. Enzo, a naïve surgical nurse who has spent his life following his father’s rules, finally decides to break free and chase his own desires, including the person he truly loves. Alaric, a feared and ruthless vampire, has long been a nightmare to both his own kind and humans alike. One cold evening, he is ambushed by six vampire hunters and left for dead. But before death can claim him, a human boy stumbles upon him and offers aid. This small act of kindness stirs something deep within Alaric’s ancient heart—an obsession. Now, Enzo is his, whether he realizes it or not.

In a world where vampires and humans coexist in a fragile balance, Larissa, a struggling young woman, finds herself working as a personal servant in the grand estate of an enigmatic vampire. what begins as a mere employment soon turns into something far more dangerous when she catches the attention of Raphael - A dark haired narcissistic vampire with a possessive nature and a past shrouded in mystery. At first, he treats her as nothing more than a passing amusement, teasing her with his bold remarks and unsettling presence. But as time passes, he begins to crave her company in ways he cannot explain. Meanwhile, Larissa, despite her initial fear, she finds herself drawn to him, unable to resist the pull of his dangerous allure. However, their growing connection awakens something. Binding their fates in an ancient ritual that neither of them saw coming. When Larissa discovers some things about herself that would get her into danger, Raphael becomes both her greatest danger and her only salvation. yet just as she begins to trust him, she overhears him deny his feelings for her. Heartbroken, she vanishes into the night, leaving him to realize- tol late - that he is bound to her in more ways than one. Now, as the dark forces close in and the bond between them pulls at his very soul, Raphael must decide. Will he embrace the love he never believed himself capable of, or wil his own pride doom them both?

A man which so happens to have amnesiac woke up in a zen garden with four others. A naked toddler made a bright entrance and announced with little care of his nudity. "Welcome'th to the Trial, the sooth awaits" Will the man find about his past during the trials or will he die a meaningless death.