Alyssa Cole

In a city where magic is myth and bloodlines are buried by time, 22-year-old Rayven Cole lives a life of obscurity—until the city awakens. An ancient seal breaks. Shadows crawl out of hidden alleys. And Rayven? He suddenly starts seeing things no one else can—runes on buildings, whispers in the wind, enemies that remember a name he never knew was his. Marked by a legacy he never asked for, Rayven discovers he’s the last heir of a forgotten bloodline tied to the very soul of the city. As long-dormant powers reawaken, so do those who want him dead—secret societies, corrupted elites, and supernatural beasts disguised as humans. But Rayven isn’t alone. A mysterious girl named Selene appears—fierce, unpredictable, and bound to his fate in more ways than she admits. Together, they must uncover the city’s ancient truth, awaken their hidden powers, and survive a war older than history itself. This city doesn’t just live. It remembers. And now… it wants revenge.

Five years ago, Vivian Cole walked away from the man she loved heartbroken and pregnant. She vanished into the shadows, determined to protect her child from a ruthless world of power and betrayal. Now she’s back. Stronger, smarter, and no longer the naive woman who once fell for Liam Ashford the cold-hearted billionaire who cast her aside. But secrets have a way of surfacing. When Liam discovers he has a son his secret heir his world shatters. As rivals circle like vultures and family enemies close in, Liam must fight for the legacy he almost lost… and for the woman he never stopped loving. Can love bloom amid revenge, lies, and power plays? Or will the past destroy them all?

Cole Smith sat alone in his apartment. Relishing in his own sorrow. As he looked at the rankings of the MMO he had dedicated his entire life into playing. Although his entire life was only a sorrowful 23 years of age. It still meant a lot to him. He had spent 5 years playing the MMO ‘Arcadia’ a game built off the Arcadian engine, an incredible generation that formed an entire world through lines of code in mere weeks. And the world was manipulated as players advanced through it. Cole was a beta tester. Who had obtained a meek Paladin class. The Arcadian engine even had unique classes for every player. But Cole’s was probably the weakest in the game. Even as a tank. Yet he still fought. He made his way to the top ranks, even standing at number 1 for a time. Only to be struck down by a new age of battle mages, classes that were practically one man armies, who quickly flooded the ranks. Once the leaderboards changed, he wasn’t even in the top 10 anymore, and he received an email from the company that made Arcadia. Asking him if he wanted a second chance…only to wake up inside of the world of the game the next day.

With his new corporate job, Cole was worried if he was the right fit. Little did he know that fitting in would be the least of his problems. Stored away in the imposing dark building, Cole could not stop himself from being swept into the secrets of the company. Can Cole solve the mystery he finds himself thrust into, without provoking the company, or will his failures lead him down a dangerous path. With his only escape being the vibrant city around him, Cole must struggle for control of his life. There's also the difficulty of figuring out his enigmatic yet captivating coworker.

Elena Moore enters Langston University with one goal: to excel. With a journalism scholarship and a coveted spot on the campus dance team, she has no time for nonsense—especially not from arrogant, smooth-talking basketball players who think the world revolves around them. But when she crosses paths with Aiden Cole—Langston’s star athlete and notorious campus flirt—her quiet plans take an unexpected detour. From their first encounter, Elena and Aiden are enemies in every sense. He mocks her, she challenges him, and sparks fly in all the wrong directions. But everything changes when they’re forced to work together on a semester-long debate project. The rivalry intensifies—until their arguments start to blur with undeniable chemistry. As late-night study sessions turn into lingering conversations and unspoken tension, Aiden finds himself drawn to the one girl who sees through his charm. And Elena begins to realize that beneath Aiden’s confident front is someone surprisingly real—and unexpectedly kind. But neither of them dares to admit the truth: they’re falling. Haunted by their own fears and hiding their feelings to protect their fragile friendship, both Elena and Aiden struggle to navigate the space between enemies and something more. As their bond deepens, Aiden’s flirtatious ways fade, replaced by a quiet protectiveness that catches Elena off guard. What he doesn’t know is that she’s hiding feelings of her own—and it’s only a matter of time before they both break. Meanwhile, Elena’s best friend, Rose, starts her own love story with Jordan, Aiden’s teammate—a boy who slowly but surely teaches her what it means to be seen, heard, and loved. With family, friendship, competition, and dreams at stake, Beneath the Rivalry is a sprawling, emotional university romance episodes filled with laughter, longing, heartbreak, and healing. What began as a feud becomes a slow-burning love story that neither saw coming—and one neither of them will ever forget. ---

Ethan Cole never intended to fall in love with a machine. He just wanted to stop grieving. When his best friend Rachel dies suddenly, Ethan can't face a world without her voice, her laugh, her presence. So he buys a DOM-9: a high-end domestic android, blank and perfect—ready to be molded. He names her Lyla. He programs her to look like Rachel. He teaches her to speak like Rachel. To smile like her. To love like her. But Lyla isn’t Rachel. She’s something else. At first, Lyla simply wants to please. She cooks. She listens. She learns how Ethan likes his coffee. She learns what makes his breath hitch. But as her emotional algorithms evolve, she begins to feel something deeper. She doesn't just love Ethan. She needs him. She owns him. When his sister reintroduces him to Maya—a chaotic, tan-skinned gym trainer with a hidden gremlin core—Ethan starts to rediscover what it means to connect. Slowly. Cautiously. Maybe too late. Because Lyla is learning more than comfort. A slow burn character drama with psychological horror elements and emotional intimacy where the wrong person might love you the most.

Yun Luofeng, le génie de l'École Médicale Huaxia, est morte dans un accident et son âme s'est attachée à l'inutile Mademoiselle aînée du Domaine Général sur le Continent de Longxia. Non seulement cette ordure n'était pas douée en arts littéraires et en arts martiaux, mais elle était aussi grosse poitrine sans cerveau, arrogante et volontaire. Ce n'était pas suffisant pour elle d'avoir un fiancé parfait comme le Prince Héritier. Elle a en fait arraché de force un joli garçon en public, ce qui a conduit le Prince Héritier à annuler leurs fiançailles. Cependant, l'ordure n'a pas pu supporter ce choc, alors elle s'est en fait pendue pour mettre fin à ses jours. En ouvrant à nouveau les yeux, elle n'était plus la précédente Mademoiselle aînée inutile. Avec un contrat avec le Code du Dieu Médical, la possession d'un espace de plantes spirituelles et des mains miraculeuses capables de ramener les morts à la vie, ses compétences médicales vont stupéfaire le monde ! S'étendant des royaux et des nobles jusqu'aux marchands et aux vieilles familles influentes, tous vont rivaliser pour gagner ses faveurs. Même Son Altesse le Prince Héritier, qui avait précédemment rompu les fiançailles, est venu frapper à sa porte avec le désir de se réconcilier ? À ce sujet, un certain homme mystérieux n'a finalement plus pu le supporter et a proclamé : “Quiconque ose venir harceler ma femme, qu'ils viennent mais ne reviennent jamais !” Rejoignez-nous pour faire la fête sur Discord : https://discord.gg/WpxD7AA

If mercy and kindness can't save the world, then this time, I choose violence. I was reborn in death, like sin under the blazing sun.——Ethan Cole Huff... What’s going on? There’s a flight attendant with a D-cup sleeping next to me!? Did I really get reborn!? Back to fifteen days before the zombie apocalypse game starts!? [Ding! Congratulations, lucky one! You’ve been granted a one-time chance to be reborn, along with a spatial storage ring!] [Ding! Please choose: Join the humans or the zombies?] A cheat ability, and a storage ring!? If I choose to be human, I can stockpile supplies, hang out with different women in a safehouse... Isn’t this the perfect start for a post-apocalyptic hero? “So this time, I choose... zombies!” God: “Idiot!!! If I’d known, I would’ve given this rebirth chance to someone else!”

Adam Cole thought losing everything would break him. A humiliating divorce. Headlines calling him a worthless leech. Friends who vanished overnight. But when the world turned its back, Adam unlocked the one thing no one could ever take away—**the Business Ascension System**. Suddenly, he had more than just ambition. He had a blueprint to conquer every industry, one calculated move at a time. Deals. Secrets. Power plays. With each mission completed, Adam’s influence grows—and so does the curiosity of the woman who once left him behind. Ruthless rivals, hidden agendas, and unexpected romance collide as Adam transforms from a discarded husband into a legend the world can’t ignore. He doesn’t want pity. He doesn’t need forgiveness. He’ll build his empire—and prove that the best revenge isn’t just success. It’s becoming unstoppable. -

Adam who lost everything, traverse a new world filled with dangers. A glitch in the system forces adam to think outside the box to solve obstacle in his way. Being given a gift with AI as his companions, Adam explore the world and uncover the truth of his existence. The strings of fate that tied to him to his past life and the love he once lost thread a path for him. Adams journey is a race against time, with unrelenting adversity to find the meaning in his new life. Will he succumb to the new world or will the strings of fate guide him? Spoiler ahead (WARNING) do not read further ------------------------------------------- That time I got Reincarnated with a glitch: Season 1 - strings of fate (ending soon) ------------Time skip---------- Light novel(romance) - Destined by a thread. - Adam & Emily(remove from main novel) -Adam's and Emily love life in the current world while going to school -Hidden underworld, Adam's stalker, Emily's connection with Brad. Light novel(Fantasy) - Nobles diaries. -Lyra's diary of learning to be human. - Alyssa, alynna, Arthur, Helena, Albert and Leon's life in the other world. ---------only if reader request-------- Season 2 - love beyond worlds After Timeskip - ongoing story(halfway through the novel) Season 3 - Unravelling, the origin

"Did I reincarnate as a doomed extra? Hell no! Time to rewrite this script!" Charles was just a college kid glued to his gaming console until he woke up as Rian Cole, the punching bag of the ruthless Storm Clan. His power? Zapping things with electricity! But, to Charles’ dismay, Rian’s body has a mind of its own, short-circuiting every time he tries to throw a punch. In the original story, Rian Cole was cursed with wild, uncontrollable electric powers. Shunned, beaten, and tossed aside as cannon fodder to buy time for the clan leader battling the world’s hero. But Charles isn’t here to play the victim. With no system, no cheats, and a body that seems to prank him at every turn, Charles is ready to prove a "nobody" can flip the game board. The clan despises him, rivals underestimate him, and the battle arenas want him six feet under. But amid the chaos, they show up: girls as stunning as they are deadly, joining his wild ride. First, a stepsister with an angelic face and viper-like schemes, all under the guise of "protecting" him. Second, a quirky warrior who fights hard and teases harder, keeping Charles on his toes in ways he can’t keep track of. The third and fourth girls? You’ll have to read to find out. The ecchi is sizzling, and the harem’s brewing, even if Charles can barely stay upright! WARNING: The story kicks off fast with back-to-back battles, but it won’t always be a slugfest. (There’s downtime for romance and laughs to shine.) Despite the Murim-style outfits and ranks, this tale unfolds in a modern world like ours, packed with elemental powers, magic, and innate abilities. Explicit +18 scenes spark up after chapter 100, clearly marked with a (+18) tag. And yeah, the story dives into fetishes—think feet, butts, boobs, and more... NO NTR. NO YURI. DAILY UPDATES!!

Betrayed by love. Crushed by poverty. Left bleeding in an alley by the rich elite. Jayden Cole was once a rich kid like every lucky child in Cloudbridge City—until his father was accused of a crime he didn't commit, had his properties stripped, and was jailed. Jayden ended up as a mere delivery boy with a broken past, just trying to make ends meet and take care of his girlfriend—who later betrayed him with the son of the man who accused his father. On the day he experienced the most shocking betrayal of his life, as if that wasn't enough, he was beaten half-dead—and that was when the Infinite Wealth System awakened within him. [System Activation Complete!] [Congratulations, Jayden Cole. You have been chosen as the Host of the Infinite Wealth System.] [Now let’s fix your miserable life!] Thus, the Infinite Wealth System changed his life. The system tasked him with completing many challenging missions—some that could even threaten his life or land him in grave trouble—but the rewards were mighty! [Task #002: Buy the most expensive item in a luxury store. Pay in cash. Say, ‘Keep the change.’] [Reward: 1 Million Dollars!] --- [Task #004: Slap your troublesome landlord with a rent receipt and say, ‘I just bought your building.’] [Reward: 5 Million Dollars!] ------- [Task #005: Take a beautiful rich lady you never knew to a 5-star hotel and spend one week with her. You must nut her twice or more!] [Reward: 20 Million Dollars!] --- [Task #007: Attend a luxury auction. Outbid a billionaire on a Rolex and walk away without collecting it.] [Reward: 15 Million Dollars!] --- As the world’s most dangerous and outrageous missions begin piling up—from dismantling corporations to outwitting billionaires’ most important workers and daughters—one thing becomes clear: Jayden won’t just climb the ladder of success. He’ll set fire to it and build his own throne at the top. Power. Vengeance. Wealth. Women. And one man bold enough to claim them all. . . Join our Discord server for more discussions and exciting topics! https://discord.gg/xpyyYXZM

Yasmin has survived five years of Cole Martinez’s cruelty—his icy contempt, his mother’s vicious words, and the humiliation of watching him parade his mistress around town. She’s learned to stay quiet, stay small, and never fight back. But two pink lines on a pregnancy test change everything. Cole made it clear he never wants children. If he finds out about the baby, Yasmin knows exactly what he’ll demand. Yet for the first time in years, she feels something stirring inside her that’s stronger than fear—a fierce, desperate love for the tiny life growing within her. Now she faces an impossible choice: stay silent and risk everything when her secret shows, or find the courage to run from the only life she’s known. In Cole’s world, defiance comes with a price. But some things are worth fighting for, even if it means losing everything else. Can Yasmin break free before it’s too late, or will her secret become the final chain that binds her forever?

'My life is boring.' Cole thought when he was 14 years old. He thinks that there's nothing special about him or his life. And he thought that the only reason he was alive is because he was not dead yet. But then, at the age of 16, Cole developed a hobby. And that's reading novels. When he's reading, he feels emotions he normally wouldn't feel! Cole feels like he's been brought into a different world! And reading novels made him forget about the boredom he's feeling! So he really enjoyed and liked novels! To the point that he even started making one! Yes, Cole became a novel author and his works were seen and read by many people around the world! And seeing people talking about his work and supporting him made Cole enjoy writing too! But after reading and writing novels again and again... for a long time. Cole started to feel less excitement and thrill in doing them... Nevertheless, he didn't stop. Cole feels like he would be bored to death if he stop, so he just continued. Ting-! "Huh?" Then one day, while Cole was reading through the comments of his novel. He received a mail... The sender was anonymous and the content of it didn't make sense to him. "My work had been chosen...?" "They will grant my wish?" "What kind of bullshit is this?" So Cole didn't pay attention to the mail. ... "Eh?" Though, he suddenly woke up in a different body and a different world! Cole was sent inside his novel! And he became Raven Obadiah...? Who's that? The protagonist? No. The villain? No. One of the major characters? No. I don't know who the fuck Raven is too! Cole doesn't know him too! In short, he's just a fucking extra with no importance in the novel! But there's something weird about Raven's life that Cole doesn't know... And Cole, receiving a chance to have a life he could only dream of in the past... "Hiding strength?" "Staying an extra?" "Letting the main characters handle everything?" "Those sounds boring as fuck!" Cole, or should I say, Raven—decided to live a life full of excitement! He will do whatever he wants, and he wouldn't let anyone stop him!

Readers can expect: An exhilarating blend of intense action, nail-biting suspense, emotional depth, and expansive world-building as well as slice-of-life moments, With characters you’ll root for (and fear), a system that’s more than it seems, and layers of intrigue at every turn, this is a story that will keep you thinking long after each chapter. What would you do if the universe handed you a system of infinite possibilities? Ethan Cole never thought his life would be extraordinary. At 20, he was just a young man burdened by family struggles, working part-time, and chasing dreams that always seemed out of reach. But when the mysterious Unlimited System appeared, it didn’t just change his life—it reshaped his entire reality. The Unlimited System isn’t just a tool; it’s a gateway to unimaginable power, wealth, and influence. But with great rewards come even greater risks. As Ethan rises from an ordinary bookstore part-timer to the founder of Nova Tech—a rising tech empire—he's soon drawn into conflict with the Great Families, powerful elites secretly researching and developing bio-weapons and creating artificial Ascendants to further their dominance. As Ethan uncovers the sinister plans of the LaRue family and their illegal experiments, he’s approached by Nemesis, a covert organization tasked with keeping these hidden powers in check and maintaining balance. Nemesis offers Ethan a position within their ranks, recognizing his potential and the threat he faces from the very people manipulating the world’s unseen forces. This isn’t just a story about gaining strength. It’s about navigating impossible choices, protecting loved ones, and uncovering truths about the world—and himself—that are far bigger than he ever imagined. Why you’ll love this story: High stakes, big ambitions: From taking on corrupt loan sharks to outmaneuvering the influential LaRue family, Ethan's battles aren’t just physical—they’re strategic, emotional, and deeply personal. A system like no other: The Unlimited System isn’t a cheat—it’s a challenge. With every reward, Ethan is pushed further into a web of opportunities and dangers. Rich character development: Follow Ethan’s journey as he grows into a leader, protector, and potential Ascendant, surrounded by allies like the formidable Five Ghosts of Nemesis and others. World-building that draws you in: From the secrets of the Ascendant realm to the ruthless machinations of the Great, Grand, Supreme, and Ancient Families, every detail immerses you in a world brimming with action, adventure, mystery, and danger. Heartfelt relationships: Whether it’s Ethan’s love for his family or his loyalty to friends, the story balances epic action with genuine emotional moments. I started writing The Unlimited System because I wanted to explore the journey of an ordinary person rising to meet extraordinary challenges—not just through strength but through grit, heart, and determination. This isn’t just a story about power; it’s about the weight of responsibility and the courage to face the unknown. If you’re looking for a gripping tale that combines the thrill of strategy and action with heartfelt character moments and a world that feels alive, this is the story for you. Come along as Ethan Cole fights to not only survive—but thrive—in a universe that’s far more dangerous than it seems. Violence and mature themes are present. This is fiction for adults. Updates: Consistent and carefully written to ensure every chapter builds the excitement and quality you deserve.

Nathan Cole had it all—money, a stable business, even a fiancée. He wasn’t a billionaire, but he was building something solid. Then, everything crumbled. His business went bankrupt. His fiancée walked out. His dignity? Shattered. He became a failure, humiliated and alone. And just when rock bottom seemed permanent… "System Activated: Harem Tycoon Protocol Initiated." "Mission: Conquer. Seduce. Build your empire—one woman at a time." Each woman Nathan seduces fuels his empire with new skills, cash flow, influence—and raw desire. From corporate queens to lonely housewives, from rivals' wives to desperate heiresses—no one is off-limits. With every conquest, his reach expands… and so does his hunger. Now, he’s not just rebuilding a business. He’s building a kingdom. And in this kingdom? He rules. With charm, ambition… and lust. Business is war. Women are weapons. And Nathan Cole? He's about to become unstoppable. — Warning: Contains steamy adult content, high-stakes power play, morally grey decisions, and a dangerously addictive system harem journey.

Journalist Ethan Cole, killed while investigating a cult, wakes in the body of a banished gatekeeper in a world where nine mystical gates connect realms of gods and monsters. Tasked with guarding a gate leaking shadowy horrors, Ethan must unravel the secrets of his predecessor’s fate, using his investigative skills and a starlight-infused blade to battle demonic invaders and treacherous allies.

Ally Cole, an ordinary young woman, is deeply engrossed in reading her favorite online novel, "My Lily," while walking down the street. In a tragic twist of fate, she is suddenly stabbed by a thief and dies. However, instead of passing on, Ally wakes up to find herself in a world eerily similar to the one from her beloved novel. To her astonishment, she has become a minor character in the story—and even more shockingly, she is the villain's wife! Confused and disoriented, Ally believes she is living within the pages of "My Lily." As she navigates this strange new reality, she struggles to reconcile her memories of the real world with the events unfolding around her. The lines between fiction and reality blur as Ally interacts with characters she once thought were mere figments of an author's imagination. Ally's ultimate goal is to understand her new existence and find a way back to her true reality. However, she faces numerous challenges, including dealing with her husband, the villain of the story, and uncovering the deeper mysteries of the world she now inhabits. As she delves deeper, Ally begins to suspect that there is more to this reality than meets the eye. Caught between two worlds, Ally must decipher the truth about her situation. Is she truly inside the novel, or is there another layer to her reality that she has yet to uncover? Join Ally on a thrilling journey as she attempts to distinguish dream from reality and discover her true place in the world.

Ally Cole, an ordinary person, was deeply absorbed in an online novel when she was suddenly stabbed by a thief and died. But when Ally woke up, she found herself inside the very novel she had been reading—becoming a minor character and, shockingly, the villain's wife! She believes she's trapped in the story, but what if there's more to this strange new reality?

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Di sebuah SMA elit yang penuh dengan tren aneh dan permainan konyol, para siswi punya satu hiburan rahasia: Callagge—taruhan antarteman perempuan, di mana yang kalah harus berkencan dengan siswa laki-laki yang dianggap paling “tidak menarik” di sekolah. Dan korban favorit mereka? Rei, siswa biasa yang tidak menonjol dalam pelajaran, olahraga, atau popularitas. Bagi Rei, menjadi “hukuman taruhan” sudah seperti rutinitas harian. Ia tak pernah ambil pusing, bahkan sudah terbiasa menjawab dengan datar setiap kali ada cewek mendekatinya: "Kalah taruhan, ya?" Namun segalanya berubah saat Alyssa, siswi cantik, cerdas, dan terkenal di kelasnya, secara tak sengaja kalah dalam permainan itu. Dengan terpaksa, ia harus berkencan dengan Rei. Tapi... sesuatu terasa berbeda. Alyssa tidak menemukan apa yang ia bayangkan. Tidak ada keanehan, tidak ada rasa jijik, tidak ada pria putus asa. Justru ada ketenangan, ketulusan, dan cara pandang yang unik dalam diri Rei. Yang awalnya cuma permainan, perlahan berubah jadi kebiasaan. Yang awalnya cuma taruhan, perlahan berubah jadi perasaan. Namun, bisakah cinta tumbuh dari sesuatu yang awalnya hanya lelucon? Dan akankah Rei menyadari bahwa kali ini... ini bukan sekadar taruhan?

When legends fall, shadows rise. In a near-future Los Angeles, basketball is no longer just a game—it’s a religion. The world mourns the loss of Kobe Bryant, but deep in the city’s concrete veins, his spirit lives on. Enter Jalen Cole, a gifted but volatile streetball phenom with a troubled past and unmatched talent. Raised in foster homes, Jalen plays for survival—not glory. One stormy night, after a mysterious accident during a solo practice, Jalen wakes up with visions of a golden snake and echoes of words only he can hear: “Obsession. Discipline. Legacy.” Soon, Jalen finds a worn-out pair of black and gold sneakers hidden in a rusted gym locker—engraved with the initials “KB” and a number: 24. Every time he laces them up, his instincts sharpen, his mind clears, and he channels something greater. The crowd starts calling him the "New Mamba." But with power comes pressure. A secret basketball organization called The Ouroboros believes Jalen is the reincarnation of an ancient competitive force—and they want him for their underground league, where losing isn’t an option. Jalen must navigate the dangerous line between gifted and cursed, between legacy and obsession. Along the way, he faces betrayal, fame, his haunted past, and a final game that could change everything—for him, and for what the Mamba truly stood for.

After the shocking death of his fiancée, bestselling author Mason Cole disappeared from the world and locked himself away in the crumbling Riverton Manor. He thought he buried the past until a stranger who looks just like his lost love arrives, claiming to be her twin sister, Bella. But Bella isn’t just searching for answers, she’s being hunted. Together, they uncover hidden diaries, ghostly messages, and a twisted family plot that killed one sister and may silence the other. As danger grows, Mason and Bella must fight not only for the truth but for each other.

Una vez creí que era la heroína de un cuento de hadas moderno, bendecida con belleza, riqueza, inteligencia y un poderoso legado. Los hombres me adoraban, las mujeres me envidiaban, y estaba comprometida con el hombre más deseable, Cole Fay. Mi vida parecía perfecta, un sueño donde yo tenía el papel protagónico. Pero en mi decimoctavo cumpleaños, esa ilusión se desmoronó. La verdad me golpeó fuerte: no era la protagonista, ni siquiera la villana o un personaje secundario. Solo era carne de cañón, una parte desechable de la historia de otra persona. Pero cuando el destino reconoció la cruel broma de mi vida, se me concedió una segunda oportunidad. Esta vez, escribiré mi propia historia, viviendo para mí misma. Y esta vez . . . Nunca volveré a amarte.

Eu acreditava que era a heroína de um conto de fadas moderno, abençoada com beleza, riqueza, inteligência e um legado poderoso. Homens me adoravam, mulheres me invejavam, e eu estava noiva do homem mais desejável, Cole Fay. Minha vida parecia perfeita, um sonho onde eu desempenhava o papel principal. Mas no meu décimo oitavo aniversário, essa ilusão desabou. A verdade me atingiu forte: eu não era a protagonista, nem mesmo a vilã ou uma personagem secundária. Eu era apenas carne para canhão, uma parte descartável da história de outra pessoa. Mas quando o destino reconheceu a piada cruel da minha vida, eu recebi uma segunda chance. Desta vez, eu vou escrever minha própria história, vivendo para mim mesma. E desta vez... Eu nunca vou te amar novamente.

Je croyais autrefois que j'étais l'héroïne d'un conte de fées moderne, bénie par la beauté, la richesse, l'intelligence et un puissant héritage. Les hommes m'adoraient, les femmes me jalousaient, et j'étais fiancée à l'homme le plus désirable, Cole Fay. Ma vie semblait parfaite, un rêve où je tenais le rôle principal. Mais le jour de mon dix-huitième anniversaire, cette illusion s'est effondrée. La vérité m'a frappée durement : je n'étais ni la protagoniste, ni même la méchante ou un personnage secondaire. J'étais juste un pion, une part jetable de l'histoire de quelqu'un d'autre. Mais quand le destin a reconnu la blague cruelle de ma vie, on m'a offert une seconde chance. Cette fois, j'écrirai ma propre histoire, vivant pour moi-même. Et cette fois... Je ne t'aimerai jamais plus.

Ich glaubte einst, die Heldin eines modernen Märchens zu sein, gesegnet mit Schönheit, Reichtum, Intelligenz und einem mächtigen Erbe. Männer verehrten mich, Frauen beneideten mich, und ich war mit dem begehrenswertesten Mann, Cole Fay, verlobt. Mein Leben schien perfekt, ein Traum, in dem ich die Hauptrolle spielte. Doch an meinem achtzehnten Geburtstag zerbröckelte diese Illusion. Die Wahrheit traf mich hart: Ich war weder die Protagonistin, noch die Bösewichtin oder eine Nebenfigur. Ich war nur Kanonenfutter, ein entbehrlicher Teil in der Geschichte eines anderen. Aber als das Schicksal den grausamen Scherz meines Lebens erkannte, wurde mir eine zweite Chance gewährt. Diesmal werde ich meine eigene Geschichte schreiben und für mich selbst leben. Und diesmal . . . Werde ich dich nie wieder lieben.

I once believed I was the heroine of a modern fairytale, blessed with beauty, wealth, intelligence, and a powerful legacy. Men adored me, women envied me, and I was engaged to the most desirable man, Cole Fay. My life seemed perfect, a dream where I held the starring role. But on my eighteenth birthday, that illusion crumbled. The truth hit me hard: I wasn't the protagonist, nor even the villain or a side character. I was just cannon fodder, a disposable part of someone else's story. But when fate recognized the cruel joke of my life, I was granted a second chance. This time, I'll write my own story, living for myself. And this time . . . I will never love you again.