Hermione Matches Wits With Snape

Damon, born into the lowest social class, dreams of escaping the fringes of the city by passing the Symbiote Compatibility Test. Only by bonding with a symbiote can he wield the magical "Ka" energy—a power that could elevate him to knighthood in the Empire and grant him a life of adventure. However, the results of the test come back with a resounding no.

Nora is shattered a month before her wedding when she uncovers her fiancé's deceitful affair. As she manages this betrayal, she discovers a deep ploy to hinder her from claiming her rightful inheritance. Devastated but determined, Nora takes a daring step to regain control of her life. Enter Demetri 'The Demon' to those who know him, a formidable man barely known to her, who offers her protection and support in return for a contract marriage to satisfy him. In a twist of fate, Nora marries Demetri to claim her inheritance and fight those who plotted against her. But as she battles her own family and Demetri's many rivals, will she be able to keep from falling for the man known to crush people beneath his booted heel. Excerpt: She had forgotten that the man was intimidating and directly challenged him. Rather than speaking, Demetri rose from his seat and approached her deliberately. Although it was a mere few steps, time seemed to stretch for Nora. When he was almost within touching distance, his hand gently landed on her knee, moving it sideways. His touch moved with a hint of a caress, and he stepped between her open legs. Nora sat there in frozen silence, her eyes wide like a deer caught in headlights. Catching her chin between his fingers, he tilted her face upwards and spoke unhurriedly," You are my wife." She nodded her head slowly in affirmation while his thumb slowly traced her lip. "I have given you time to gather your emotions." Another nod. Nora's nervousness made her lick her lips, acutely aware of his intense gaze fixed upon them. "Your reason for the marriage was to secure your inheritance and get away from under your mother's thumb." "Yes..." Nora whispered in confusion. Her confusion was not about his statement but about the bewildering sensations coursing through her. What was happening with her? "It's time for you to fulfil your end of the contract, yes?" He continued. "Yes," Nora whispered breathlessly. Why was she breathless? Had the oxygen level in the house dropped? Was the air suddenly thinning? Abruptly, his hand left her face, and she watched as he drew closer. It was then that Nora comprehended what was unfolding. All those tantalizing, heart-pounding kisses she had read about in novels were about to possibly become her reality. But the anticipated kiss didn't happen. Instead, he paused near her and commanded, "Kiss me."

Hell is much creepier than you think. Forget the flames, the demonized figure, the multitude of the damned. Beneath the underworld's scorched surface, Hell boasted a governance of unholy precision. They reveled in their flawless hirerachy and their arrogance, fuelled by eons of self-admiration, finally boiled over. Crawling forth in their thousands to unleash total annihilation upon their eternal adversary; earth. Era who has seen what it is like to suffer in the hands of the possessed, picked up the reigns of exorcism which was currently regarded as Earth's most thriving business. Exorcism was second to the need of food and water. It was more lucrative than the entertainment industry and heavily influenced by earth's leaders. He was a blend of contradictions; adorable and perlious, captivating and enigmatic. His good looks made him a renowned figure in both realms, while his mastery of stealth earned him a reputation as a cunning and elusive presence. He believed if humans knew the truth, no one would be poor enough to serve the rich. An arranged marriage brought them to be. The need to stop exorcism and the desire to wipe out demons, bringing mankind healing brought them closer and further apart. But what none saw coming was the possibility of a greater evil than Azrael, demonic manifestations, and several lives lost in the name of revealing the truth. |Daily updates is promised|

-R18- Modern-Fantasy-Life Changing- Jain Sen is a regular person in his late 20s, living an ordinary life without any real direction. He's single and has never been in a relationship. One night, Jain encounters a Genie who offers him a deal: his soul for the chance to live in a parallel universe that mirrors our own. This universe has one twist: he'll remember everything from his current life, allowing him to anticipate events. Additionally, the Genie provides him with skills and a system that don't exist here. The Genie also grants Jain the power to start over from the past and gives him a jinn as a lover who will help him achieve his goals and cherish him deeply. Jain accepts these conditions and travels back in time to the past. Now, he has the opportunity to transform his mundane life into something thrilling. Will he succeed in changing his destiny and live happily with his lover? Or will unforeseen events unfold because he's in a different universe? Time will reveal the answers. For now, let me share with you my story of turning my dull life into an exciting adventure. Please Check the Artwork On My Patreon: patreon.com/Som_Me ------- The story is made up. It's not about real people or situations. Any resemblance to actual events or individuals is purely coincidental. I created this story for entertainment purposes only. The characters, places, and events are fictional. I hold no liability for any misunderstandings or misinterpretations of the content.----------

For ten years, Raiten has been bound to the Thunder Tower and made the enslaved guardian of his clan's northern pillar. Once, he dreamed of freedom and fought for a friend he believed in. Now, she’s returned—a hero, wielding the power he stole for her. The only question that remains is, how will Raiten kill her? Will he choose forgiveness and carve for himself a new life, beyond the tower, beyond the clan? Or, will he sink in the depraved depths of bloody vengeance? Perhaps a bit of both. This story is a mix of vengeance, fast-paced action, lighter slice-of-life moments, and of course, magic. Great for fans of Shadow Slave, Red Rising, Cosmere novels, Mother of Learning, the game Roadwarden, The Witcher, and more! Please enjoy. [Note: cover is AI art. I am only using this temporarily: once I am not broke, I will pay a proper artist for an awesome cover!] [Note 2: Originally published on RoyalRoad]

'Hell is empty and all the devils are here.' -- Williams Shakespeare --- "Should I dip my hands in holy water so I can touch you?" His breath fanned her neck as he spoke close to her ear, causing an anxious shiver to run down her spine. Her eyes widened before narrowing slightly. "You are crazy." She whispered back with a shaking voice. "Why?" He asked, awed. His eyes now staring at her. "Because you would get burned." --- Opposites attract. That’s what everyone says, but light and darkness are two very contrasting entities. Annabelle is the perfect definition of pure and innocent, while on the other hand, Kione is the opposite of that—dark and a devil with an angelic appearance. Too forbidden to be a perfect match.

A being beyond your comprehension experiences a the birth of universe and the sheer magnitude of the spectacle of it captivated him to explore,from universe to galaxy and to a planet to another. he shall go fourth searching for life, in lust for exploration till the very end he shall go fourth explorering depths and secrets that the world holds

Sweet and Naive, That's her! Meet Lily Lee, a 17 year old High schooler. She has the features of an angel; cute brown eyes, small nose, small pink lips and long silky hair. She was a student of Luxe High School (LHS). A school which screamed luxury and Excellence, meant for the rich only and scholarships entry wasn't allowed. Meet Lucas Kyung and Reed Park, the male leads- ML. While, Lucas is funny, flirty and close to Lily (Her best friend), Reed is cold, reserved, avoids girls like a plague and is a real definition of a 'Rich Kid'. News Flash! Lucas and Reed are rivals and the history of their hatred remains a mystery to people. What happens when these guys fall in love with the same girl? Will she be able to choose between them? What if she's stuck between her feelings and friendship? Will she be able to conceal her feelings? Join me on this Epic journey to find out more.

so far this might be a one shot a new mysterious boy name John has joined Hogwarts is past is a unknown to even the great Dumbledore how will John change the story is he a hero or a villain and who else would he take with him down his own path I don't own anything related to the harry potter franchise or the photo used

Torn between her pain and the allure of Gavin’s enigmatic charm, Sofia battles with her feelings while uncovering secrets that might either ignite a new flame or burn her hopes to ashes. Will Sofia dare to trust again, or will Gavin’s pursuit only add fuel to the fire of her past heartbreak?

In a world taken over by zombies, a mute young man is just trying to survive. He’s learned to stay quiet, hiding from the horde while using his notebook to communicate with the few survivors he comes across. His notebook becomes his lifeline—packed with survival tips, notes about the zombies, and even the rare moments of human interaction. But as time goes on, something strange starts happening. Some zombies don’t seem completely mindless. They act like they remember things, and even move in ways that suggest they’re working together—like they’ve got some kind of intelligence. As the protagonist writes down his observations, he starts to wonder: What if there’s more to these creatures than just hunger and death? Could they be evolving? Could there be a way to stop them—or at least understand them—before it’s too late?

Brielle is one of the few female hunters at the association. Dealing with useless trainees every six months, she has a low tolerance for bullshit. She no longer believes in love, and nothing will change her mind after what happened to her. She believes that the only thing she can love and trust is her job, where she helps protect the defenceless by killing those who use their abilities to get everything they want. Hunting is a thrill that she enjoys more than life itself. Having a minimalist life, the only thing at home she cherishes is her painting. A vampire that refuses to choose a partner for his sister. Ketan will do anything to protect his loved ones, even kill those that threaten his livelihood. Usually, he is calm, gentle, and collected. He stays hidden away from everyone when he does not want anything to do with individuals until the day he is captured and locked away in a dungeon. After that moment, his life changed for good. Cursing the blood that he drinks, Ketan fights against the pull of drinking more blood from the person that donated the blood. An Excerpt from the book: Brielle throws her arms around Ketan’s neck. “I was so worried about you. I did not know what you were going to do or if you would survive.” Ketan smiled and accepted her hug. “I am sorry for worrying you. I had to do what needed to be done. Besides, I knew that this was going to happen and be as painful as it was.” Brielle starts sobbing in his embrace. “I think that you should take what you need from me, Ketan. You will not be able to stand the bloodlust soon… will you?” Pushing her away before losing control. Ketan moves away from her weakly. “Stay back. I am not in control of myself right now. You should not even be here right now. Leave me alone!” Ketan holds his hand out to stop her from coming closer to him. “I can hear your pulse racing; it’s deafening.” “You were fine a moment ago; now you are you pushing me away, Ketan? I can help you.” Brielle leans down towards him and gently pulls him into her arms. “No, stop. I can’t control myself, and I would never be able to forgive myself if something happened to you. I am not a sedated beast; I lust for every drop of your sweet blood that I hear pumping through your veins, but I must resist. Otherwise, I will harm you in the worst way possible.” Ketan pushes her back and teleports deeper into the cave. “Stay back before I begin to acquire a taste for your blood. It is a deadly thing to tempt fate once again.” Brielle continues to walk into the deep dark cave towards him. “Ketan, I trust you more than I have trusted others. I know that you will not kill me. Just look at how fearful you are right now.” She finally reaches him again. Crying, Ketan grabs her from behind, sits her in his lap. One arm wrapped around her waist, the other in her hair, pulling off the right exposing her neck. Slowly he lowers his lips to her neck, licking the surface testing the flesh. His fangs rest at the hollow of her neck before carefully breaking the skin. He starts to drink her blood deeply, but as he drank, he slowly stopped and lifted his face up, crying while holding Brielle against his body crying. Blood leaking from the bite marks while some drips down his chin. Her body was being held up by Ketan, and her eyes were now closed. Her body seemed lifeless in his arms. She started to slide forward as a deadweight. Ketan catches her and holds her princess style in his lap, rocking back and forth. Crying fresh tears.

The Famous family in the Cosmo known to be the “The Protectors” Pure-bloodied vampires blessed with special abilities and access to magic, is presume to be the perfecto. Not long their happiness was snatch away by their own blood! A dead tyrant born to rule over the lower realm of the cosmo, darkness unfold not only on Dracu but the whole cosmo as a new era begin, a era that despise the races of mortal and see them as nothing but food!

"You are my mate"he said...iam not...she replied The alpha prince Daki faces the wrath when fate works against him.He must face the greatest danger to make sure she remains bond to him.

Alex, an 18-year-old high schooler, lives a seemingly ordinary life with his loving mother, Monica, and his bubbly 7-year-old sister, Maria. His father, John, a dedicated soldier, visits them once every two months, bringing joy and stability to their home. Life feels normal, even predictable—until one fateful day changes everything. A chilling message from the army headquarters announces that John has survived a devastating plane crash but is gravely injured. Rushing to his side, the family finds him confined to a wheelchair. As Monica speaks with the doctor about taking John home, her composure remains unusually calm, even… happy. Back home, the day winds down. After dinner, Alex retreats to his room, hoping to distract himself with a chat among friends. But when Monica steps into his room, something shifts. She moves closer, her arms enveloping him in an unexpected embrace. Silent tears stream from her eyes, falling onto Alex’s cheeks, carrying a weight of unspoken emotions and an unshakable mystery. What lies behind Monica’s strange reaction? What secrets are buried in their seemingly perfect family? Each page unravels a story of love, loss, and a truth that could change Alex’s life forever.

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Riley, a rebellious human princess, always preferred the thrill of guild missions and the use of her magic over her royal duties. Neglecting her responsibilities, she left the burden of the throne to her younger sister. Though destined to become the future human queen, Riley chose to abdicate and live a life of adventure and freedom. However, her carefree life shatters when Seraphine, the future demon queen, murders Riley’s beloved. After a bit Riley is captured and imprisoned for treason against the demon queen. Her life takes a tragic and unexpected turn. In a twist of fate, Riley discovers that she is the perfect match for the future demon queen, Seraphine. Fueled by a burning desire for revenge, Riley is determined to make Seraphine pay for her lover's death. As their paths intertwine, Riley will stop at nothing to bring Seraphine to justice, even if it means confronting her own demons and challenging the destiny that binds them.

Ciara Cromwell, 28 , the alluring and rebellious daughter of the Demon Queens, is known for her striking beauty, characterized by her stark white hair, piercing red eyes, and the black horns adorning her forehead. With a reputation as a heartbreaker, Ciara revels in fleeting romances and one-night stands, scoffing at the notion of true love. Contrasting her tumultuous life is Aeliana Whitfield, a diligent and kind-hearted human girl determined to make a difference. At 26, Aeliana works tirelessly as an assistant to Leora, Ciara's wise and powerful grandmother. Aeliana’s inner beauty matches her outer appearance, Black hair green eyes a beatiful face and body though she often hides her stunning looks beneath modest attire. Unlike the many who fall for Ciara's charm, Aeliana despises her and would rather face any peril than succumb to her advances. When Leora, seeing the potential for something greater, decides to use the Perfect Match system to pair Ciara with her true love, the results shock everyone: Ciara and Aeliana are the perfect match of each other. Bound by fate and the whims of a powerful enchantment, the two women must navigate their animosity and discover whether love can truly bloom between a demoness who scorns it and a human who yearns for it.

After years of heartbreak, Audrey marries a man she thought could be the right partner for her - but instead, she finds herself trapped in an emotionally abusive marriage. Desperate and alone, she leans on an unexpected source of comfort: her husband’s best friend, Rahem. What starts as a mutual bond between these two deepens into a love they soon can’t deny. But he’s married, bound to a woman who values his material gains more than him. A one-sided love he has to bear in hope for a change, but hope turns to realization that Audrey might be the only woman for him. Together, they risk everything for a secret relationship, knowing the truth could destroy their lives, their marriage. When Audrey discovers she’s pregnant with Raheems child, she faces with two impossible choices: Either stay trapped in her broken marriage and conceal the truth about the baby's real father or risk telling the truth to her true love for the chance at a better life. Will this end in another failed attempt to find love again- Will her love be enough to secure her baby's future? or will the weight of their secrets be kept hidden to avoid the consequences of their actions? Would Rahem drop everything just to be with Audrey and his unborn child..?

When everything changed, no one was ready. No one was ready for the star to explode in the night sky. No one was ready when the power went out for good, when the cars crashed to a permanent halt and the planes fell from the skies. Most of all, no one was ready for magic. When miracles became an every day occurrence and made anything possible, nobody was at all prepared for the nightmares that magic would make reality. Vincent Clive, a 21 year old student with crushing debts and endless curiosity wasn’t ready for the universe as he knew it to change in an instant, but ready or not, he was thrust into the changed world like everyone else, and he damned sure wasn’t going to become one of the growing casualties of the magic apocalypse. He was going to become strong, stronger than anyone could have possibly predicted, and he was going to change things even more. _____________________________________ Heads up, I’ve never written something like this before, so please be lenient with me. Don’t expect any miracles, this will take some time to get off the ground, as I am a very busy man, but I hope you enjoy what I do post.

In the glittering world of Manara Bay's elite, Isabella Mitchell steps into her dead sister's shoes as the bride of billionaire Carlton Blackwood, armed with nothing but a thirst for revenge and her sister's face. But beneath the surface of high-stakes finance and billion-dollar deals, a darker game is being played.

Saddiquecca Maxwell is a fresh man at Harvard university and wants to pursue a degree in environmental science. With her only goal in mind she covers up in hoodies and caps intending to stay out of the spotlight. All she wants is to peruse her goals hoping one day she will meet her parents. Sekany Yahmen is a sophomore at Harvard university who wants to achieve his goal of being a Carpenter and Electrician along with many other things. He has big goals and will do anything to achieve them. Even though he has bad parents and grew up in poverty he has no intention of allowing it to define his future. Both individuals have no interest or desire in being involved or distracted by anything. Both have dark pasts and wish not to uproot them. But what will they discover when they collide in a unfortunate situation? Follow them on this unforgettable journey of two people who are crushed. What will happened when the both realise that maybe they need to change their goals and maybe they dont want to be alone for the rest of their lives.

A man doesn't need a lot to be happy, such a man was Cedrick Cassiel. He had everything he wanted and more. Emphasis on the had, because he couldn't prevent the tragedy that struck him and his family by the hands of a psychopathic serial killer. Following his death, he was granted the name Eldris by a powerful Death God, linked with the last legacy of said Death God's best friend and now without a family or friends of his own, he finds himself in another world - a world of Cultivation. Men and women alike ignite their spirits and traverse the world in pursuit of Power, Prestige or Knowledge. Immortality isn't a dream in this world, it is real and everyone is after it. But there's just one problem... Eldris is a stone. As an inanimate object, his life and any ambitions that he could ever possibly have in this world have been scattered in the wind. Eldris finds time to overcome his grief and move on. Or maybe he's distracted by the crippling insanity that is an added perk of becoming a stone. But he makes friends along the way and that's the important part. Read on, dear Reader! Because Eldris' real life has only just begun. --------------------------------------- A/N: This is my first time writing a story. Criticism is appreciated, so leave your honest reviews. Also this novel won't have a harem, same could be said for probably all the novels I write in the future. !!! This novel is something I have yet to make a serious dedication to, the update schedule is nonexistent. I won't drop it until it's completed but chapters will be slow. You have been warned dear reader, I am a lazy Author.(To anyone who may have been reading this, I won't be updating for a while. I don't think my writing skills are good enough portray this novel, with all the plans I have in store for it. I want this novel to be something good, so for now I will be learning from other works by authors more skilled than I and trying to improve my skills. I will update the synopsis when I feel I can continue with this novel.)

A young royal, Lexiana Vertritz marries a time stellar after he saves her from a near death experience. It turns out they are actually bonds and make it their goal to live their lives to the fullest. But it isnt smooth sauling fir them at all as thier lives keep getrjng threatened everyday. They uncover truths about themselves and unlock powers which could twist the nature of matter itself. Will these two be able to achieve their goal of living a happy life while fighting for the greater good, or is there something else in store for them? " There you are" he said before gently picking her up after noticing the wound on her left leg. When she was secured in his arms, a large portal opened before them and he stepped in. A few hours later the hunter leader woke up and tried to recall what had just happened. He stood on his feet and looked around thanking his lucky stars he was still alive. But his eyes widened at what he saw. On the snow covered ground was a large symbol in black as if it had been burnt into the snow and into the earth.His mouth hung in awe. " A time stellar" he said to himself before immediately teleporting back to where he came from.

Aurelia's life was a tapestry of secrets and power struggles. Found as an orphan, her world was upended at four when Louise, a 'formidable demon', adopted her. Initially, Aurelia harbored hopes of a brighter future, but Louise's discovery of Aurelia's latent superior demon heritage marked the end of her innocence. Under Louise relentless tutelage, Aurelia was forged into a weapon of magic and combat, Louise was mean , yet her power grew exponentially. On the cusp of adulthood, a fateful blood test reveals a shocking truth: Aurelia is the destined counterpart to the human Princess, her most despised adversary. As their paths intertwine, Aurelia must navigate a labyrinth of destiny and enmity.

Rumor has it that Gu Mo, the richest man in Longcheng, is paralyzed from the waist down and doesn't like women, but he has a five-year-old cute baby. Rumor has it that there is a beautiful woman in Longcheng who can conquer the world with a smile, but unfortunately she is a fool. One day, the silly beauty rescued Gu Mengbao from the hands of human traffickers, but she herself was kidnapped and became the president's wife. On the wedding day, she said: "I suddenly realized... I'm not stupid anymore..." "And, your son seems to be my own..." "Also, I heard that you can't do that. For our future happiness, do I have to find a doctor to see you?" A certain president laughed in anger and stood up from the wheelchair: "Very good, I'll show you now, can I do it!" The heroine was a little silly in the early stage, but absolutely cute! In the later stage, she recovered her memory and successfully counterattacked!