Bound Beneath His Pain A Dirty Little Secrets

A painful, traumatizing journey to become the strongest.

This is a story comprising of four different stories in honor of Domestic Violence month. The stories are short and concise to draw the reader into the perspective of the character.

In the sprawling metropolis of Shanghai, where ancient pagodas sit beside glass skyscrapers, two lives intertwine in the relentless pursuit of success and belonging. Liu Wen, a young woman from a modest town, arrives in the city with nothing but a dream and her tenacious work ethic. Working tirelessly in a high-rise office by day and studying for her business degree by night, she aims to prove that success can be built brick by brick. Yet, the weight of urban life and the allure of easy shortcuts constantly test her spirit. On the other side of the city, Chen Kai, heir to a growing tech empire, navigates the gilded traps of wealth. His ambition has always been to prove his worth beyond his family's name, but the glitter of the city often blinds him to life’s true values. Burdened by expectations and hungry for connection, he yearns for love that transcends social status. Their paths collide in an unexpected moment—a night when city lights blur, and strangers become confidants. Through late-night conversations in hidden cafés and chance meetings in crowded subway cars, they discover a shared dream of something more profound than money and fame. Will their love survive the trials of ambition and the ever-turning wheels of the urban jungle? And can they reconcile their differing worlds to build a future together, or will the city swallow them whole, as it has countless others?

Anaka, a factory worker for Majaka, the world's largest steel company, feels trapped in his mundane job. During a catastrophic explosion at the factory, Anaka risks his life to save his friend Keiji, only to be buried under debris and left for dead. But instead of dying, Anaka wakes up as an infant in a new world filled with magic. With memories of his past life, he begins to navigate this strange, mystical place, wondering why he was reborn and what his new purpose might be.

Theme: Broken hearted people can still love. Who said that the rich were fortunate? Who said they had it all? Who said they were happy? If you were to ever say these things to Roderick Whitlock, it would seem like you were facing the devil himself. No one knew why but he had changed drastically when he hit twenty five years. All his friends always commented, "he used to be such a softie even though he was cold on the outside but now, it's as if he is dead both inside and out." Elena Santiago didn't know this when she first married Roderick. All she knew was that her ex, Cameron Whitlock sold her to his cold, ruthless and totally drool worthy brother known as Roderick Whitlock. All she knew was that, she was going to be utterly miserable! However, who knew Roderick had a side to him that he showed her and only her.

Beneath Secrets and Scandalous Pain When a one-night stand with a CEO results in pregnancy, a reluctant marriage binds two strangers together, but as tackle scandals, conflicts, and their own demons, they discover a love that heals their deepest wounds. ** "Why didn't you tell me?" He asked her as he began the ride to his house. "You had your men drag me out, remember?" She laughed and closed her eyes, the soft curve of her smile a stark contrast to the tension between them. Leo stared at her, his gaze lingering for a moment before he looked away, his expression unyielding. Nothing can make him fall in love with her. "Did you understand my terms?" he asked, his voice low and detached. "My lawyer will arrive soon, but first, I need you to understand." Abi's eyes fluttered open, her gaze meeting Leo's in the rearview mirror. "You told me that we are going to be married because of our scandal and the baby," she began, her voice even. "We are free to be in other relationships. We are not going to share any slightest form of intimacy, and we would go our separate ways when the baby is born. And, of course, I'll still have access to the baby." A small smile settled on his face, approval flickering in his eyes. "Seems like you're not that useless. You're a little smart." Abi's smile grew, a spark of pride igniting in her voice. "I was the most brilliant kid in my class. I had a GPA of 4.7 when I was graduating." Leo's smirk was lightning-fast. "That's so low. I would have graduated with a 10.0, but unfortunately, I was still the highest with a 5.0 in my department. You may go back to school to match my score."

In a realm where powerful sorcerers enslave and control individuals endowed with magical abilities known as 'Shadows,' a young orphan named Kael discovers his unique power to absorb and manipulate the abilities of these Shadows. Forced to flee his home after an encounter with ruthless sorcerers, Kael embarks on a perilous journey that plunges him into a deadly game of cat and mouse. As he navigates a treacherous world filled with corrupt nobles, ancient magical entities, and the ever-watchful eye of a shadowy figure known only as *The Archon*, Kael grapples with the darkness within himself. With the help of a fierce ally, Lyra, he seeks to uncover the truth behind his abilities and the mysterious whispers of the past. In a landscape of shifting alliances, Kael must forge new bonds with those who resist the Archon while deciphering the line between friend and foe. As the forces of darkness tighten their grip, Kael and his allies must confront their own fears and face unimaginable trials to prevent a catastrophic reckoning that threatens to consume their world. In this gritty and immersive tale, *Bound by Darkness* explores themes of power, corruption, and redemption, where magic comes at a terrible cost, and the shadows of the past hold the key to an uncertain future.

Louise thought she had died after a freak accident, but instead, she woke up in a strange new world consisting of demons and monsters. Upon exploring the location, she realized she was in Hell, the land of the dead. She wasn't supposed to be here yet―it wasn't her time to die. But as a human who had already seen Hell, she wasn't allowed to leave. The only way for her to do so was to work as the assistant for the snarky top grim reaper... all while surviving the murder attempts of his colleagues who want her gone for good.

With his lips hanging just above her ear, he whispered. "I haven't even started, Lily." Determined to make her life a living hell, enigmatic billionaire Asher Blackwood goes after college student Lily Grant with everything he has in a bid to make her pay for disrespecting him at his event. The harder he tries, the harder she fights, the more friction they create. In the midst of betrayal, a dark past and a dwindling future, they find themselves constantly entangled in each other's business. With no one willing to back down, it is a tedious, yet unrelenting path to freedom.

Dean had dreams of landing a decent job in the city and meeting a cute girl to marry, but now he found himself as the nanny of an overactive kid-someone he wanted to hate but just couldn't. Three months ago, Dean came to the city from his hometown to meet his old school friend, Alex, hoping to get a job through him. He knew Alex was rich, and as they had been friends since school, Dean assumed Alex would offer him a position in his company. But to his surprise, Alex appointed him as the nanny to his two-year-old son, Kikki. Dean hated the job at first. Kikki's daily antics drove him crazy, making him work non-stop, cleaning and running after the child all day. Yet, every time he saw Kikki's smile, his heart softened. But that wasn't his only problem. The more time Dean spent with Alex, the more he began developing feelings he couldn't explain. Feelings that weren't part of his original plan. Before it was too late, Dean thought he should run away before things got more complicated. But would Alex let him go? After all, it seemed like Alex was enjoying Dean's company too. Or was it just a game Alex was playing to keep him close? Who knows? A heartwarming and crazy love story of two men falling for each other while taking care of a mischievous child.

Dr. Elias Vayne, a renowned archaeologist obsessed with lost civilizations, uncovers an ancient scroll that leads him to the barren heart of the desert. The scroll speaks of a forgotten empire, one that thrived in the shadows of history, ruled by god-like beings who granted their people unimaginable power—but at a terrible cost. Buried beneath the sands lies the key to their rise and eventual fall: a sealed tomb, hidden away for millennia, its entrance forgotten by time. Driven by the chance to rewrite history, Elias assembles a small team to unearth the secrets of this lost empire. But as they dig deeper, they begin to realize that some mysteries were never meant to be uncovered. Strange artifacts and cryptic symbols offer more questions than answers, while eerie dreams and whispered warnings haunt their every step. Inside the tomb, murals tell a story of a civilization at the height of its power, capable of controlling the very elements and bending reality itself. But the murals also depict the entity responsible for the empire’s downfall—a god-like being imprisoned within a black stone, locked away by those who feared the darkness it wielded. As Elias and his team venture further into the labyrinthine chambers of the tomb, the line between myth and reality begins to blur. The tomb itself seems alive, its ancient magic stirring as they disturb its long-forgotten secrets. With each new discovery, the entity within the stone grows closer to awakening, and Elias must confront the terrifying possibility that by unlocking the past, they may have unleashed an unspeakable force that could bring about the destruction of the modern world. The Sleeper Beneath is a dark, atmospheric exploration of obsession, power, and the dangers of delving too deep into the unknown. As Elias’s quest for knowledge spirals into a nightmare, he must decide whether to stop the entity’s awakening—or embrace the power it offers, even at the cost of his soul.

"You learned of a secret which was supposed to stay hidden, I didn't kill you for discovering this but it didn't mean I'll let you go away from the palace." "I won't tell anyone, I promise," Jasmine pleaded, her freedom was being seized because she had learned about some secret of his which was unclear to her. It wasn't fair but nothing was fair in the outside world. "I don't trust my family members, what made you think I'll trust a mere stranger?" He asked, watching the fear heighten in the girl's face. "You can't keep me here because of-" Jasmine's voice had started to rise out of frustration and his eye narrowed at her. "Silence," He snapped, "You're speaking too much for a maid," Jasmine's lips slammed shut immediately, her blue eyes glittering with unshed tears. ***** The shackles, cold walls, and rusty iron bars of her cell serve as a safe place for Jasmine. While others wanted an escape, she avoided running away from the slave market. However, this changed when she encountered the first Prince of Aethria who couldn't kill her but had to keep her close for discovering one of his biggest secrets. She became his personal maid with plans of running away when the time was right, yet when the time arrived, she couldn't leave, she discovered secrets within her which were not to be revealed. And also, a forbidden feeling....

Mark's world shattered as he witnessed his parents' murder. Adding to his trauma, the murderer of his parents took him in to make him a weapon like his dad. Being weak, he did not resist. His father's dying words ached in his heart: "My son, do whatever you want... You don't owe them anything." Mark struggles through the world, his goal to end the source of strength for this world,sword bonding.

In a world governed by ancient traditions and ruthless power, Alina Grey has always been the outcast of her pack. Rejected for her perceived weakness and haunted by the painful memories of her father’s death, she is shunned by her people and forced to live in the shadows of the strong. Her pack’s Alpha, Lukas Blackthorn, the one she thought would be her mate, crushes her hopes when he chooses another, Celine, as his partner. Heartbroken and abandoned, Alina’s future looks bleak. However, when her estranged Aunt Maeve, a legendary warrior exiled years ago, returns to the pack, Alina is offered a chance at redemption. Maeve begins training Alina, pushing her to the edge of her limits, both physically and emotionally. Through their brutal sessions, Alina discovers that she possesses far more strength than anyone had ever realized. She starts to unlock hidden powers connected to her family’s legacy, something her late father, Gregor Grey, had once tried to teach her. As Alina grows stronger, she faces new challenges. Not only does she have to battle the internal scars left by her rejection, but she also becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle. Ronan, a mysterious stranger from a rival pack, enters her life, complicating her emotions and threatening to upend everything she thought she knew about loyalty, love, and destiny. At the same time, Lukas begins to notice the changes in Alina, sparking tensions within the pack and igniting old feelings that never truly died. With secrets about her past beginning to surface and her powers intensifying, Alina is thrust into a dangerous game of survival. As enemies close in from all sides, and her pack teeters on the edge of war, she must decide where her true loyalties lie and whether to embrace the destiny that her father had always seen in her. But in a world where trust is fragile and betrayal lurks around every corner, Alina quickly learns that becoming strong is only half the battle. Surviving in a world that seeks to break her might require more than just strength—it might demand a bond forged in blood, betrayal, and the unbreakable power of the moon. Lunar Bonds is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, self-discovery, and the fight for acceptance in a world where only the strong survive.

In a world divided by Alpha and Omega dynamics, Kang Sunghwa, a ruthless Alpha boxer, lives a life of dominance, wealth, and strength. His carefully controlled world is shattered when he crosses paths with Felix, a vulnerable yet captivating Omega, running from the mafia and haunted by danger. Drawn to each other through undeniable chemistry and heat, their bond pushes them into a passionate journey, battling inner desires, dark pasts, and an unforgiving society. As secrets unravel, will their love be enough to keep them safe, or will it burn them both?

"Beneath the Weight of Dreams" Oliver Thompson, a determined young man from a humble background, has always dreamed of escaping the grip of poverty that has defined his family for generations. After years of hard work, he finally graduates with a law degree, believing it will pave the way to a brighter future. However, as he steps into the reality of his chosen profession, he quickly learns that success in law is not easily attainable. Struggling to make ends meet while caring for his ailing father and supporting his mother, Oliver is overwhelmed by the burdens of adult life. Set against the backdrop of his hometown, Oliver grapples with regret and the pressures of societal expectations. As his father's health deteriorates due to untreated medical issues, Oliver's dreams of relocating to the UK, where his friends have found success, begin to fade. He feels trapped, burdened by family obligations and financial constraints, and his desire for a better life seems increasingly out of reach. In the midst of his struggles, Oliver meets Isabella, a vibrant woman with her own ambitions. Their connection offers a glimmer of hope, but Isabella's high expectations clash with Oliver's meager earnings, leading to tensions in their budding relationship. As Oliver juggles his responsibilities, he is forced to confront painful truths about his past and the sacrifices he must make for his family's wellbeing. With each chapter, "Beneath the Weight of Dreams" delves into themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the complexities of love. As Oliver navigates a world filled with challenges, he must decide whether to chase his dreams at the cost of those he loves or to find contentment in the life he has. As the narrative unfolds, readers witness Oliver's emotional journey as he grapples with the choices that define him and the weight of his dreams that threaten to crush him. Will he break free from the shackles of his circumstances, or will he succumb to the pressures that threaten to drown him? The story ultimately explores the delicate balance between ambition and obligation, illuminating the struggle to find one’s place in a world where dreams often come at a high price.

In the quiet, rain-soaked town of Elmswater, Lena, a beautiful but cold high school girl, has left behind the pain of the big city, where she was bullied for her beauty. Seeking solace in solitude, Lena distances herself from everyone, preferring the shores of the mysterious lake that borders her new town. One rainy day, she stumbles upon Mira, a dark mermaid devouring a deer, an encounter that leaves her both terrified and captivated. Mira, a creature of legend hiding in plain sight as a high school student, believes Lena is repulsed by her nature. What she doesn’t know is that Lena’s avoidance stems from witnessing something far more raw and primal. As the two girls’ lives intertwine, they find themselves drawn to each other, even as Mira’s true identity risks being exposed to the town’s wary residents. Together, they must navigate their growing bond, the threat of discovery, and the struggle to find a place where they can belong. As the walls of their separate worlds close in, Lena and Mira will be forced to confront their fears, their pasts, and ultimately, each other.

Lord of the Night Fae, Tieran, has been trapped in a mountain for 70,000 years, until one day, fate brings a curious and innocent faerie, Lily, to set him free.... accidentally.

Argus Augustine was born into a world where power is everything, and nothing is off-limits. Under the gaze of his mother, Evangeline—a woman whose obsession for her son runs dangerously deep—Argus is groomed to rise above the supernatural forces that shape the Empire and the Alliance. But as he navigates the intricate webs of loyalty, desire, and control, Argus learns that power isn’t the only thing to be taken. Whispers of gods and devils may linger in the shadows, but his greatest challenge lies in managing the seductions and temptations that surround him, especially from those closest to him. In a world where love and control often blur, Argus must decide how far he’s willing to go to claim what’s his.

r18 (Intentional Love And Erotic Scenes). I was determined to work my way back to the top after taking a rather long break from the corperate world. Fate did it's thing and I found myself back in the same space with my most dreaded ex. Working at Nolem PLC as a personal assistant was fulfilling. The feeling of love and lust clouded our senses for a very long time until Thomas Maclewin stepped in. An engagement to a childhood friend, The sudden reappearance of an ex and Thomas Maclewin, The Chaos, The bitterness, The feeling of betrayal, Family, Love, Lust and Romance all gave rise to a beautiful and relatable love story. Excerp 1 "You think I would be interested in just any random woman who puts her room key in my hand. What the hell kind of man do you think I am." He couldn't believe what he was hearing. Didn't he tell her he hasn't been with anyone else since her. Where was all this coming from. "Did you not understand when....." "No, you don't understand!" She interrupted, slamming a brush on the counter, looking up at him furiously. "I'm not like this, I'm not someone that sleep with her boss. I'm thirty and I've only been with two men my entire life, you inclusive. And I've never let any man rid me of my sense of reasoning, ever!" She yelled, her voice getting louder with each word. "But when I'm with you, it's like nothing else matters. This... this thing," she continued, gesturing between them. "This isn't me. It's like I turn into a different person when I'm with you, and I hate it. Maybe it's so easy for you, but it's not same for me."

Clara, upon dying, found herself lying in an unfamiliar bed within an unfamiliar room, with lots of unfamiliar faces greeting her, being addressed as someone who is very important in a whole nation. Only to found out that she have entered the book she used to read when she was in her previous world. And not just that, but as someone who is fated to die and kill herself because of her family's ill treatment towards her! However, as she live with her family, she realizes something...that the things that are happening with her current life is completely different from the book! How is she going to live in that world not knowing what's going to happen next?! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Hii! Cat here! I just want to tell everyone that English is not my first language, so my choice of words may not be related to what I'm trying to imply. But, I'm sure that I'll get better as I continue writing this story. Please bear with me! By the way, the image on the book cover is not mine and I only found it from Pinterest! If the owner wants me to take it down, please notify me and I'd gladly obey! Additionally, the setting of my story is not placed in Earth but in a different world, only thought of and created by my little brain. Everything about this universe will be explained as the story goes by, so please look forward to it! Thank you! - cathcatya

"A baker dies from choking on a piece of bread ? The irony!" After a humiliating and untimely death at his bachelor party, 23-year-old Orion Wellington finds himself reborn into the body of 15-year-old Remi, a sister to his ex-bride to be. Determined to prove that his original death was no accident, but a well plotted murder, he sets out on a journey of self-discovery and justice.But with each step closer to the truth he realises that his past life's secrets are far more sinister than he ever imagined. As he navigates his new life, he must confront the traumatic experiences of his new body's past, including an abusive stepmother and sister. He must also adapt to the challenges of being a developing teenage girl,return to school and overcome his own fear of women. As he delves deeper into the mystery of his original death, he finds himself entangled in a complicated web of relationships. His old friend, Rowan, begins to develop feelings for him and his own mentally challenged brother, Drew, falls helplessly in love with his new female form. Torn between his loyalty to his brother and his friend's growing feelings for him, he must confront the ultimate question: can he accept love as a man trapped in a woman's body?

BOOK 1 BOOK 2 SECRET's out ah *side note: No it's not just smut, it has a plot. The name has another meaning. You dirty-minded people! some scenes will be dark* *ongoing editing* Meet Wu Jie Tyna; the third-born daughter of Chaos darkness. Also known as lady darkness. During the ongoing chaos war, Tyna had experienced her first death and was later reborn in her second life, due to her failure as the 100th legion General. In that life, on Gai (sometimes Gaia), known as Earth to many, Tyna had lived the first six years of her life suffering, the latter half because she had - due to the fact of releasing her inner monster after a betray- Became something that took the life force from those who, 'died for her' in order to survive. Sadly one-night drunk, Tyna fell in the wharf and was therefore eaten by... Ah... Sharks. Third life: Wu Jie Tyna, had been transmigrated as an ah... A child. In a world newly populated by humans and other fantastical creatures, the world is harsh where if one is not powerful enough or at least has a backer strong enough death will welcome them with open arms. --- Tyna somewhat both lucky and Unlucky have heeded to the words her mother had bestowed the previous body's owner; In the world, people focus on something that to us was trivial. Of course, we live in society as those below us, but our circles? Our circles were small, we lived far above them, and treated these lowly ones nothing more than cannon fodder. Your beliefs? Who cares, Your system? Freedom? It was broken long before it was even created, all of you were nothing more to us than playthings. Haha haha, how stupid it is nothing more but an illusion for those high above us out of reach to be entertained. That was before in the greed of the top families we fell, we suffered and as if nature itself found our ways disgusting our hidden island was sunk and we had to leave our safe haven, to live among those... We had looked down upon.' 'if that is so mom, then we are different' 'of course, those from the east, said they were the motherland but we knew otherwise. Those who were our slaves are now our equal' 'we may have lost our home and have become outnumbered but it is fine, each family will marry their sons to the daughters.' 'the society is patriarch' 'it will not and have not affected the families, as long as our blood is not tainted then we shall continue to prosper in this barbaric society'. --- ongoing editing Original work no translation Please rate, comment, and vote thanks all

A Yandere story that has a gamer/rpg/whatever system. The Yandere comes later on. Ps- You can give me criticism if you want, as long as it doesn’t cross the line. I’ll be fine with that and also this story or novel will be a crack fic. Don’t take it to seriously btw. Updates are random since I mostly going to be on watt-pad. FanFiction.Net and Webnovel are use to take a break and refresh my mind, and sometimes giving me ideas and such. I’m planning on working on a story on FanFiction.Net but that’s on hold, but anyways updates on this story could be random or weekly. Depending if I’m in the mood to write.

In the wake of a corrupt regime’s collapse, the newly established Zheng Dynasty (正朝) strives to bring order to a realm fraught with hidden dangers and mystical forces. The capital city, Yuecheng (月城), becomes the center of a delicate dance between political intrigue, ancient prophecies, and forbidden love. Crown Imperial Prince Liang Fengxian(梁风贤) is a man bound by duty and honor. To secure the loyalty of a powerful noble family, he is wed to the graceful and intelligent Lady Qin Yue (秦月). Yet, beneath the surface of this arranged union lies a prophecy foretelling that the royal bloodline will be undone by a love that defies all order. During their wedding festivities, Fengxian encounters Qin Yuan(秦元), Qin Yue’s younger brother—a brilliant scholar with an affinity for ancient magic and an enigmatic presence that draws the prince’s attention. What begins as a fascination with Qin Yuan’s intellect and unique abilities soon evolves into something deeper, more dangerous. As their bond grows, Fengxian is torn between his duty to the dynasty, his loyalty to his new wife, and an undeniable attraction that could spell ruin for them all. Unknown to many, Qin Yuan carries a secret: he is the reincarnation of a celestial being whose powers are awakening with each passing day. He holds the key to the prophecy and possesses the ability to control forces that could either save or doom the dynasty. As Qin Yuan and Fengxian delve into the mystery of the Phoenix Heart (凤心), a powerful magical artifact hidden in the royal palace, they uncover a hidden war waged by the Order of the Jade Lotus (玉莲会), a clandestine group of sorcerers who seek to manipulate the prophecy for their own dark purposes. With mystical creatures roaming the Forbidden Forest of Lanxing (蓝星林) and secrets buried in ancient temples, the prince and the celestial scholar must navigate a world where love is a dangerous gamble, and betrayal lurks at every corner. As their passion deepens, their secret love affair becomes the center of a storm that threatens to tear apart the fragile balance of power within the dynasty. Caught between their desires and their duties, they must decide whether to risk everything for a love that could destroy them or forge a path that might save their world from the brink of chaos. Beneath the Moonlit Veil is a tale of forbidden love, destiny, and the struggle to find one’s place in a world where mortal and celestial fates intertwine.