A Beautiful Gift

CQ 2024 entry. When Lithe Hildebrand hires Zen Starke to retrieve stolen property belonging to the Maximillian Tribe nothing goes according to plan. Lithe, a workaholic and perfectionist, convinces Zen to let him go on the dangerous mission with him for fear that if mishandled it could ruin his reputation and career. Intrigued, Zen is determined to keep his potential mate by his side at all costs. For he’s never met anyone as captivating and sensuous as Lithe. When Lithe’s life is threatened, Zen makes a bargain to protect Lithe if he pretends to be his fiancé. Pressed for time, Lithe agrees since Zen is nothing like the media portrays him to be. As a recessive omega he finds the dominant alpha irresistibly charismatic and fiercely loyal. The problem is the feelings are mutual. Despite their differences, the lovers embark on a dangerous quest that gets them more than they bargain for when they encounter murder, deception and the gift of everlasting love.

Although many saw that young man as just another 'Gift Zero', few knew the secret he was hiding - something no one could ever have imagined. The one many despised, considered incapable of changing the world, actually not only possessed a Gift, but had one of the most powerful ones the world has ever known. However, after an incident that marked his life, he made the difficult decision to give up his Gift and give it to one of the two people he met at the orphanage where he lived. New chapters are released 3 times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. *** If you like it and want to contribute, visit my Patreon and get early access to 12 chapters ahead: https://www.patreon.com/c/walker_/membership

Selene Mooncrest, the Luna of the Silverthorn Pack, was married to Lucian Silvershade, his father's Beta, as per her father's dying wish. Though it was a forced marriage, Lucian unable to let go of his obsession, claimed her as his own. However, everything changed when Damien Blackthorn, the outcasted Lycan Alpha, set his sights on Silverthorn. Lucian being gone for a year when returned from the war Selene feared living her nightmares...again but this time, something was changed. They say that the fight was over but she realized her fight was far from over. Selene felt the ground beneath her tremble. The decision had been made for her, but she was about to face the consequences of a choice that she never made. Will Selene be able to escape Lucian's claws? or Damien's arrival change the course of Selene's fate? Will she be able to find love in the midst of her miseries, or will she become a pawn in this deadly game? Read on to witness Selene's battle for survival, freedom, and maybe even love. ___*___*___*___ Tropes: Dark fantasy romance Morally Grey ML Grumpy x Sunshine Strangers to lovers Smut

Ryder has just found out that his girlfriend, Tori, of two years has been cheating on him with his so-called best friend, Nick. A week later he's getting his apartment remolded and is currently staying with a high school friend, Hunter, and his porn-watching friend, Ralph. Once Ryder has gotten over the breakup he finds love in the most unexpected of places but Ryder would not be prepared for the many secrets his lover has.

A boy with unknown origins appears in a cave, completely abandoned. And whether it be from fortunate or unfortunate circumstances, he comes across Krieus; the dark dragon. Who is currently on the run from the dragon empire. He decides to take Areon under his wing even though it’s ridiculously risky. Since dragons are unanimously hated world-wide. There is basically no where he can take this child without them being hated together. But at least they have each other, right? And the big strong dragon can protect the little munchkin… That’s only the case most of the time. Because where Krieus just wants to live a quiet life, Areon is always answering the call of life-threatening adventure.

The story of Megumi, an ordinary high school student who finds herself thrust into an extraordinary existence after a near-fatal accident. She awakens in a fantastical world, a realm of magic and wonder, where she must learn to survive and thrive amidst a cast of unique creatures and challenging circumstances. This unexpected journey forces Megumi to confront her fears, discover hidden strengths, and ultimately redefine her understanding of reality and the nature of existence.

I have always wanted a more enjoyable and less monotonous life such as the video games that I love so much for, I will only turn off my console to leave my room a bit but my head is spinning and some memories go through my mind, that happens when you pass days playing without sleep ... Who is the gloomy-looking girl and why am I here? What happened in my room, did I really die? I live my adventures with my groupmates who do not stop getting me in trouble in this world full of beasts, monsters, gods and who knows what other things. "Kamel leave her alone!" "Shayna, stop yelling about everything!" "Why is everything attacking us ?! I want to go back, I can't bear to stay here anymore!"

Third book of Impossible Forget about You. After Alex's recovery, Gabriela begins to have nightmares about what happened, which will be a problem for her pregnancy. The problems, however, don’t disappear and will continue to haunt the couple. Gabriela's family and Alex's will keep an eye on her to prevent anything from happening to her. What will happen to the couple? Will Gabriela control her anxiety again as she did before Alex came back?

A story where two young pair fall in love and didn't end up together. and it show how the man loved her but was not able to say at the time so he dreams about the beautiful movements which is really sad. (this is my first time writing something like this so please support)

The world's messed up. Monsters started falling from the sky. Flesh-eating creatures that almost wiped out Humanity.But then, people began to awaken strange abilities—Gifts, they called them. Supernatural powers that gave us a fighting chance. With these new abilities, we fought back, and for a while, it seemed like we were winning. Life slowly started to return to something that resembled normal. That is, until the Curses began. No one knows where they came from or why they started, but one thing was clear: they weren’t Gifts. They were something darker, twisted, as if reflecting the worst parts of humanity. People whispered that the Cursed were dangerous, unstable. Some even believed they were monsters in human skin. I used to think having a Gift would be the best thing that could ever happen to me. I dreamed of it, even. Too bad I didn’t get mine until the darkest moment of my life. And it wasn’t a Gift at all. But hey, like I said before, the world’s messed up.

Nate was cheated on by his wife. He turned to his in-laws but they saw nothing wrong. They supported their daughter for wanting a better life with one of the strongest gifted bachelors in the city. However, what happens when that bachelor is Nate’s cousin? Before he could get a hang of this betrayal, he was suddenly arrested for the death of his parents. Nate, a powerless man was subjected to misery but then misery catapulted him in a storm of mysteries. Will he be able to navigate all this or will he perish?

An ambitious man built his company with the goal of amassing as much wealth as possible. However, the more money he acquired, the greater his arrogance grew. In the end, his arrogance became his downfall. He was brought down by rival companies and lost everything. But fate granted him a second chance. He was reincarnated into a cultivation world as a Summoner, with the ability to summon extraordinary beings. In this new world, he is accompanied by a loyal Goddess by his side. Now, with all the power and opportunities he has, what will his purpose be? Will he once again pursue wealth, seek peace, or atone for the mistakes of his past life?

The story of Megumi, an ordinary high school student who finds herself thrust into an extraordinary existence after a near-fatal accident. She awakens in a fantastical world, a realm of magic and wonder, where she must learn to survive and thrive amidst a cast of unique creatures and challenging circumstances. This unexpected journey forces Megumi to confront her fears, discover hidden strengths, and ultimately redefine her understanding of reality and the nature of existence.

One night.  One night, that I just had to sleep under the stars and moons.  The night that changed my view of the world, and my life. Because of my one mistake of sleeping under the moon’s, I was chosen by them and visited by her. To complete my mission and take my place in this world. But why do so many people try to stop me without knowing my name or face?  All that I wish for is to be free of these chains.  To be free of the moon's gift.

TRIGGER WARNING: THIS BOOK CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT, VIOLENCE. Losing your virginity to a stranger who doesn't care might feel like the biggest mistake you could ever make especially when you have a boyfriend. But then your boyfriend cheating on you becomes a nightmare that haunts you after the hurtful words he says when he does. Well, that's how Zoey felt only that, the mistake turned out to be the best thing that happened to her because she later gave birth to a young baby girl despite her young age and still in college. What will happen when Zoey meets the stranger who she lost her virginity to and now who is the father of her child? She realizes the father of her child, is his boss, the richest person in the city with quite a bad reputation for being involved with some bad gangs. "You have a kid?"Roy asked and I panicked. How does he know that? No...this can't be happening. I vowed to keep my daughter away from him, he can't know about her. "I'm not talking about this with you Roy. You make me work my ass off the whole day, denying me most of my rights. I don't feel like talking about my personal life with you, you are a bully."I said. Roy looked at me."I want an answer Zoey, do you have a kid or not?" he insisted and this time his voice was so cold. "What are you going to do when I don't answer? Let me guess, make me work overtime like you always do. Go on, I'll do the overtime work I'm used to..... " He cut me off."Don't you dare say anything else Zoey." he roared and then pinching the area between his eye eyebrows, he looked at me with a soft gaze."Why? Why do you always have to provoke me huh? I'm going to kiss you again if you continue being this sassy around me, trust me." he said it like a promise as well as a threat.

In the dark era, when magical beasts and demonic beings fought each other, humans were forced to live in the shadows and between the cracks, until a select few managed to gain the favor of the kings of the beasts which earned them a blessing that was passed down through the bloodline, giving them the strength to defend themselves, but as time went by the bloodlines thinned and the once called blessing turned into something more sinister.

Since the beautiful sister next door became a teacher, my mother no longer has to worry about my studies!~！！

Past trauma of coming out of the closet left Ari crippled in trepidation but now, he is forced to meet face to face with a blast from the past, awakening a forgotten fear, which forces him to once more come to terms with reality.

In the Blue Planet, the people of The Kingdom Arizone; The Lorph, show their respect to Gyanemyade by wishing for something dear to their heart. There is a boy in his seventeens, Dylan Al'Xander, military captain who fall in love with a girl in an ordinary summer. There is a Girl Lena AyaBurg in her sweet seventeens, military captain. Who's lover is Dylan. Then there is Gibbs who is best friend of both of them. Belongs to race of Lorph. The people of Meges, for centuries hides in dark shadows living their eternal life's there. For centuries they were considered as Alien but during 5th evolution, the Kingdom of Arizone not only give them a place to live but also make them rightful citizens of Arizone. They are creature, neither living nor dead. They lives in lands given to them far away from realm of humanity in the forbidden land .... They surves as a special link Between... Life and afterlife..... For over a decade, the Kingdom of Arizone is in a war with neighbouring Empires of Aqua's... It's war with out any casualties.... During the final and last battle which decide the fate of Lorph and Meges. There happens a series of incidents which put the life of Dylan love in danger..... Ash is a captain of The Reaper unit, pilot of special equipment.... He belongs to race of Meges.... He is a good friend of Dylan and Lena...... In this world of The Blue Planet, there are not only humans; lorphs, Meges, Vampire, Warewolf, fairies, devil's and angels but also some sacred beings of light, the transparent beings.... Outside that wall that protects the humanity from high and extremely low temperature, there is a promised tree, a cherry tree... There is a memorial stone, black in colour made of some unknown earthly material... On the memorial stone under the promised Cherry tree, is a black and white picture of a girl smiling widely....... And the name written Lena AyaBurg. That one night's incident cause for ... Lena to be gone forever...... For Dylan to become cold and colder then winter...... For Gibbs to lose faith in Humanity.... For Ash to fight his Nine elders and Great Master....... Three young boys and a girl against whole wide world......... TO THE BEAUTIFUL YOU starting from this Thursday. You Author Butterflyqueen736 [Maria] My original work. All right reserved.

While on a mission Kirou Abjorn befriends the person he was sent to apprehend and complications with returning cause him and Toketsu the aforementioned criminal escape through dimensions to continue their adventure

This is a work of fiction. About a seventeen year old girl named Veronica who is caught up with feelings for two cousins. Who will she choose between Hunter and Bryan? Do the both of them love her? Join Veronica as she takes this journey between the two cousins. *HUNTER BUSH* I remember when I first met her. She was hot and I wanted her. I didn't want anything serious with her. Just sex! But now I wish I cherished those moments. The thought alone that I might have had a chance is heartbreaking. *BRYAN KLEIN* Falling in love is both sweet and overwhelming at the same time. I am always thinking about her. Infact, she invades my thoughts almost every second of the day. I hope you will enjoy the story.

They thought she was a pushover they thought they could do whatever they wanted because her parents was dead and she was all alone they wanted everything she had but just wait .the race is not for the swiftest but for the one who can endured it to the end just you wait

Poor Lucy Wood never foresaw things getting this dire. She was borne by a slave woman who died after giving birth to her and treated as a slave by her step mother and sister. Shunned and rejected by Alpha Thorne-her fated mate-she is all but shattered in her lonely misery. Yet, the fates can be hilariously sadistic. Not even six months into her abandonment, Lucy finds herself in the custody of the most feared Lycan King, Tristan Landon. Fearsome, with a reputation to make even the bravest cower, Tristan rules with an iron fist, his law extending over the whole realm of the werewolves. Still, beneath the commanding and intimidating exterior, Lucy feels that there must be something far more complicated about Tristan-some dangerous allure, perhaps even a spark of something more than dominance. Thrown into the world of royal politics, ancient bloodlines, and dangerous plots, Lucy's life does another flip when Tristan declares her his future Luna. His impulsive move rattles the very core of the kingdom, further enraging Zara-a cunning she-wolf who laid claim to the position of Luna. Jealousy knows no bounds, and with Lucy's former mate, Alpha Thorne, they become a force to be reckoned with. They both join in an attempt to destroy everything she has ever loved. While trying to learn the ropes of her new position, Lucy learns some shocking truths about her lineage: deep inside her lies a power unlike any other-the power of the Lamia pack, a lineage of Alphas forgotten by time, whose powers can alter the very fate of all werewolf packs. But as Spiderman knows, with great power comes great danger, and soon Lucy's strength will be both blessing and curse. Smitten by his growing feelings for Lucy and his need to control the powerful forces surrounding him, Tristan must ultimately decide if their bond is worth the risk of his kingdom. But when Alpha Thorne kidnaps Lucy's child, an ancient prophecy is illuminated-one that speaks of a great reckoning, one where the future of the packs hangs in the balance of Lucy's talents. Amongst betrayals lurking at every turn and old and new enemies threatening her at every pass, Lucy must make her way through a maze of deceit, love, and power. Now, will she be able to find her trust in Tristan and become the Luna their world needs, or will the darkness within tear them apart for good? This is a thrilling tale of love, power, and betrayal. Lucy must rise above the shadows to claim her own fate before it is too late.