betrayal

#Mafia. #Mystery. Slow-burn romance with sharp edges. City of Nolan is split clean down the middle. The East gleams with glass towers, old money, and names that rule without ever getting their hands dirty. The West survives in alleys, treacherous deals, and blood debts that don’t fade. In Nolan, survival isn’t earned. It’s taken. Askai grew up running—through West End streets that swallowed boys whole and spat out ghosts. The only rule he learned was simple: trust no one, love nothing, and never look East. Vance Regale is everything Askai was taught to hate. East End royalty. Corporate tyrant. A man whose name opens doors—and buries people behind them. He doesn’t save boys like Askai. He owns them. When their paths collide, it’s supposed to be temporary, fleeting dance of words. Instead, it becomes a slow-burning war of control, desire, and power—where protection feels like possession, and affection cuts deeper than violence. Every step closer to Vance drags Askai further into webs of lies and deceit. Askai had always known monsters ruled both sides of the glass wall that stood between the East and the West. He just never thought he’d start falling for one. A dark enemies-to-lovers web novel filled with mafia politics, morally gray men, found family, and a brutal climb from the gutter to the throne—where survival may cost everything, including the heart.

In a seemingly idyllic marriage, Gloria believed that she had built a life with her childhood sweetheart, Simon, the leader of the Willow clan. However, when the clan faced a critical financial crisis, Simon was forced to negotiate with Xander, a rival clan leader. To Gloria's horror, Xander's terms included her as a bargaining chip, igniting fears of his ulterior motives. Determined to protect her clan's reputation, Gloria made a heart-wrenching decision to divorce Simon, believing it's the only way to safeguard her family's legacy as well as the clan’s reputation. After joining Xander's clan, she uncovered the shocking truth: Simon's betrayal ran deeper than she ever imagined, revealing a manipulative side she never knew existed. As Gloria grappled with the pain of betrayal and the weight of her choices, she vowed to reclaim her life and sought vengeance against those who wronged her. Amidst that tumultuous journey of self-discovery and revenge, she yearned for genuine love. However, will she be able to open her heart again after enduring such profound betrayal? In a world filled with deceit and ambition, Gloria must navigate her new reality and find out if true love is still within reach.

Imagine if the weakest one in a magical world unlocked an ability no one believed in, and used it to outgrow them all. well, welcome to it then. Ralph begins as a discarded heir, shamed, exiled, and forgotten by his bloodline. On the edge of madness and starvation, he stumbles into an astral convergence… and awakens something ancient: a rare connection to life energy, a force long buried and dismissed. What starts as survival turns into evolution. What begins in silence ends in defiance. Driven by pain and sustained by purpose, Ralph doesn’t return to fit back in, he returns to reshape everything. Discord group link: https://discord.gg/WsSpEUbBGq

He rejected me in front of them all. But if I’m going to die, I’m going to die on my own terms. Allison's smile faltered. “You think you can trick us?” “I’m weak to the point I can die anytime, why don’t you give me a chase?... It will be more thrilling for you.” My words were barely a whisper. “But to give you that thrill you have to give me a half an hour headstart.” ‘Yeah, I know it sounds stupid, with little to no chance of surviving. At least it was better than being mauled to death here… And I want to see if Damon would be able to watch the werewolves hunt me down. We had a deep bond even before the mate pull. I won’t accept his rejection yet… I want to drive him crazy to the point he will lose all his sanity.’ “No, you don’t have the right to negotiate with us.” One of them growled in his wolf form. “I’m not negotiating…” I spat out blood, and my face turned pale from the amount of blood I was losing. “I’m only enforcing the law… The law of hunting as punishment for a traitor… and I happen to be one.” Damon blinked slowly and finally answered. “Let her run.” His voice didn’t carry any weight. It was just cold, and empty, and detached like none of this mattered, like I didn’t matter. ‘So this was his decision… after everything we have been through.’ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When Ember opened her eyes, she was no longer the powerful, independent CEO she once was. Instead, she woke up in the fragile, abused body of a lowly Omega, destined to be nothing but a breeder for the Alphas. Her escape attempt didn’t get her far. Instead, it led her straight into the path of Damon Blackthorn, the ruthless Lycan King feared by all. Sold like a slave by her own father, Ember becomes the property of a man with a frozen heart and a violent temper. But beneath her submissive mask lies something more: a cunning mind and a will that refuses to break. Now, in a world ruled by dominance, power, and ancient bloodlines, Ember must do more than just survive. She must outsmart a king. She must earn the loyalty of the very people who scorn her. And maybe, just maybe, she’ll bring the Alpha to his knees.

[17+ NSFW, Reverse Harem, BeastsXHuman, Revenge, System, Dragon, Werelion, Werewolf, 3 Male Leads] Existing smut chapters: Ch. 16, 26, 51, 52, 68, 69, 70, 72, 81, 82, 83, 104, 105 & 106 (for now) Tonight, Cecilia’s heart was ripped from her chest to break her bond with Arzhen. The Weretiger King’s son, the man she had been bonded to for seven years, had mercilessly taken her life. Who could blame him, really? Cecilia was just a fake Saintess, after all. When the real love of his life, the true Saintess Ruby Vaiva, emerged to reclaim her legitimate title, it was all over for Cecilia. Cast away by the very people she had saved through sheer will and intellect, all in favor of a divine cheat, she knew no one was coming to save her. But as her eyes grew heavy and the world began to fade, a notification suddenly popped into her mind. DING! [Capturable Love Interest detected! Would you like to roll for Five Star Love Interest, Oathran Alicei? You have 10 free rolls!] [Yes/No] Ah. So there was a man dying nearby, too… Wait... Oathran Alicei? The Dragon Lord?! [Warning! Five Stars Love Interest Exclusive Banner is about to expire! Roll?] [Yes/No] Alright, alright! Roll!

A boy believed there was nothing worse than what he had already lived through... until he learned that even rock bottom has a deeper floor. He entered the orphanage stripped of everything, and walked out carrying a guilt he would never forgive himself for. The rise of Ashven begins with this boy's fall.

The three gods: The God of Heaven, The Goddess of Hell and The God of Nature. Each of them created different concept of the world as we know it. Yet they cursed Eve and she decided that the gods should face punishment. Will she succeed in her revenge or fall into the hands of the gods? Only time will tell...

"You really think you can just hide forever? From them? From me?" "Do you really think we can be together?" she whispered, her voice rougher than she meant. "No. We can't. It just won't work." Zayden tilted his head, his thumb brushing against the frantic pulse under her jaw. "Why?" His voice dropped low, dangerously smooth. "Why can't we make this work, huh?" She swallowed, the movement making her throat press harder against his hand. "Don't forget, You're----" “Say you love me…. Or I’ll fvck that stubbornness right out of you. Bend you over this desk, and make you scream my name until you forget your own." Aylin's face turned beet red. She pushed against his chest forcefully. He didn't move an inch. ***** Aylin Monroe Alston is a brilliant hacker and martial artist with Turkish roots. She can change her identity and her looks as easily as changing clothes. Always staying a step ahead of death, she had been on the run until she crashed into him. Zayden Cole Virelli is a billionaire leading a double life. On one side, he is a successful businessman; on the other, he is a powerful mafia king. Women don’t exist in his world until a runaway hacker crashes into him, capturing his thoughts and refusing to leave his mind. A collision in a dark forest leads to one lie he told and one secret she kept. Now, the most feared man alive wants her, while the woman who can bring down empires with just her keyboard wants nothing to do with him. He’s possessive, she’s untouchable, and they’re both liars. Two worlds collided: a hacker who can take down empires and the mafia king who won’t let her go. Can their love make it through the mess they're about to create, or will one of them get hurt first? ⚠️WARNING!!!! - Mature Themes - He Fell First and Harder - Mafia World - Weak to Strong - Slow burn

When the SHD network collapses in the Pittsburgh Quarantine Zone, it doesn’t fail in flames—it fails in silence. Relays go dark, orders stop coming, and Division agents are left isolated across a city already tearing itself apart. Pittsburgh isn’t waiting to be saved. Bridges become battlegrounds, neighborhoods vanish behind barricades, and every attempt to stabilize the city costs more than it gives back. Scattered agents continue to operate without command, escorting civilians, securing failing infrastructure, and reclaiming assets for a system that may no longer exist. There are no clean victories here—only endurance, hard choices, and the slow understanding that survival has replaced recovery as the mission. In a city where systems outlast people, silence is the real enemy. I do not take credit for Tom Clancy's The Division franchise, this remains with its original creators and publishers. I don't upload on a fixed schedule but I will try to stick to a 2-3 per week upload schedule. slower uploads will tend to happen when im beta-ing and editing :)

Harrison Maxhall was a former syndicate member who had retired for many years. He planned to spend his remaining life in peace while working in his barbershop. Fate forced him back into a life of violence when a prominent couple from a syndicate was murdered. The couple were Harrison’s friends, and their only surviving son looked for refuge at Harrison’s barbershop. Harrison saw no choice but to take up arms and step back into the life he had sworn to leave behind.

In late 2022, the Global Occult Coalition (GOC dismantled the Serpent's Hand organization through Operation "Book Burner." However, a military coup soon followed, as five rogue generals seized control of the GOC commands, exiling its director and his family. The new GOC regime expanded its control globally, suppressing resistance and targeting other organizations. By winter 2024, the GOC had consolidated its power, dividing the world into sectors, believing it to be for the betterment of the world and the elimination of racism. Former members of the SCP Foundation, seeking revenge against the GOC, found an unexpected ally in the Chaos Insurgency. One such individual, Lee Han Min, joined the Chaos Insurgency to avenge his brother and colleagues. Will Lee succeed in his quest, or will he become the GOC's next victim?

Some sins are born in darkness. Others bloom. Darkly romantic, emotionally charged, and steeped in intrigue, Roses & Sins is a tale of love that cuts deep, beauty that deceives, and the fragile line between salvation and ruin. Because even the most beautiful roses grow among thorns. Amaiyla’s life was simple, sun-drenched, and predictable on her small island—until her family’s sudden move to England thrust them into wealth, high society, and a world she barely recognizes. The girl who once ran barefoot on sandy beaches now walks among power, secrets, and expectations that feel like chains. Her father’s latest decree shakes her to the core: she is to marry Xander Reyes, the infuriating heir of a ruthless business empire. There’s just one problem—Amaiyla already loves someone else. In a world where appearances hide ambition, loyalty is a weapon, and every alliance comes at a price, Amaiyla must fight to protect her heart, her independence, and her life. But as she navigates lies, family intrigue, and a man who challenges her at every turn, she begins to wonder—can she trust anyone at all?

Betrayed at the pinnacle of his power and left to die, the world's strongest hunter awakens ten years in the past, weak and unprepared. But he doesn't come back empty-handed. Kim Joon-Ho is reborn on the day the System first descended upon Earth, a day of global panic and awakening. Now a frail college student, he carries the memories of a future apocalypse and a bitter betrayal by those he trusted most. His only edge is a unique power no one else possesses: the Ghost Taming System. While others learn to cast fire or enhance their strength, Joon-Ho learns to see the unseen. He bargains with spirits, tames vengeful ghosts, and commands a spectral army from the shadows. His goal is simple: get stronger, faster than anyone thought possible, take his revenge, and prevent the catastrophic future he once lived. But between leveling up, navigating university life, and dealing with the growing number of powerful—and curious—women drawn to his mysterious strength, Joon-Ho must ask himself: Can he handle the ghosts, the girls, and the god-tier dungeons all at once, before his past catches up to him for a second time?

She died wearing a crown that was never meant for her. Betrayed by blood, silenced by loyalty, and condemned as a queen history erased, she meets her end on the cold steps of the throne. But death is not the end. Reborn years before her execution, she awakens beneath the same cursed crown—this time with memories intact and a heart hardened by truth. Forgiveness is no longer her goal. Survival is not enough. She will reclaim her power. As ancient magic awakens and conspiracies tighten, Aelira draws the attention of a dangerous man—one who moves in the shadows of the throne, sworn to destroy threats before they rise. He should have killed her. Instead, he watches. Protects. Becomes obsessed with the woman the kingdom is determined to erase. In a court where love is a weakness and power is paid for in blood, Aelira must decide whether she will rule alone—or claim the one man ruthless enough to stand beside her. This time, she will not die quietly.

“This world is built on lies. If you want to keep it alive, make sure none of them are exposed. They must never reach his ears.” As long as Shuu could remember, these words had governed his life. Abandoned at the grand temple and forsaken by the gods, Shuu grew up powerless in a world that valued nothing else. Survival was never guaranteed, especially for someone like him. Yet he had one talent-he could read fortunes, and he never got them wrong. His future was decided early. He would serve the temple until his debt was paid, then fade away. But during the Hero’s fortune reading, Shuu made a single mistake. One moment was enough to strip him of his place and throw him into exile-only to be taken in by the very Hero who caused it, a man whose presence turns Shuu’s life completely off course. And as Shuu is pulled deeper into the Hero’s path, he begins to realize that something about the Hero and his companions is deeply wrong-something he cannot yet name, but cannot ignore. __________ Do not review. This will be reposted on Jan 1st. This is just early access while I make changes and see if I want to continue this or not. There is no abo, but there is mpreg because of...reasons.

Cynthia’s ordinary night spirals into danger when a masked stranger saves her from an alley attack. Pulled into a world of secrets, wealth, and unseen threats, she must navigate fear, attraction, and choices that could change her life forever. Trust him—or risk losing everything she thought she knew.

What if World War 2 and the the geopolitics of the Industrial Revolution were decided by epic anime showdowns? Captain of the Guard Thut Tanhkmet has served the Imperial family of Setet during a long and successful career, ensuring their safety and orchestrating the achievement of their most critical military objectives. With new orders instructing him to find and rescue a kidnapped Sibylline Oracle-child, a weapon of untold power in the wrong hands, he embarks from the capital at once in pursuit of the realm’s continued security. But he will soon learn that a conspiracy has hatched in his wake that threatens to upend all he holds dear. Kapitanleutnant Roskvir Englihavt is a young war hero of the Albion Royal Marines, who has quickly shot up through the ranks thanks to his nigh-unmatched prowess in the mystical martial art of sjaelsvabening. He is duty bound to carry out a surprise attack striking deep into the unsuspecting Setetic Empire, but after each sortie finds himself evermore skeptical of the machinations of cutthroat superiors. When he discovers within himself an unexpected sympathy for a strange young Setetic princess, those treasonous new doubts set him on a deadly collision course with Albion's sacred warrior code. Second Lieutenant Kerauna Iumatar is fresh out of the Patrol Corps academy, the Setetic Empire's premier officer training college, when her spat with a noble scion sees her demoted and reassigned to distant backwater. But by a strange twist of fate, this only places her in just the wrong place at the right time to tilt the balance of the coming war. Each of the three thinks themselves ready to weather any storm, even an unexpected war. But none are truly prepared for the sudden cataclysm that derails every plan, and shakes each of their former loyalties to their core.

“That child is mine. And so are you,” he commanded, his viper-green eyes pinning her in place. Grace couldn’t believe that he—Carlos Benjamin, her new CEO and eight years her junior—was the father of her unborn baby. “You can go back to that deadbeat you call a husband, or you can come with me and have everything.” ===== For the last five years of her marriage, Grace Preston, 32, believed she was broken. She couldn’t have a child, and her deadbeat husband, Charles, never let her forget it, calling her useless while she worked tirelessly to fund his failed acting career. He didn’t just break her spirit; he shattered her trust by cheating on her with her own sister. Heartbroken, Grace fled to her office late one night, seeking solace at the bottom of a bottle. She wasn’t alone. A beautiful, blond-haired man was there, nursing his own wounds. He never told her his name, but he offered her a night of oblivion. Fueled by whiskey and a desperate need for revenge, she gave in to her darkest desires, pulling the willing stranger into her web. In her drunken haze, she thought, “If my husband can have his fun, then so can I.” She never worried about protection, convinced she was barren. Until a month later, when a positive pregnancy test trembled in her hands. Grace Preston, the ‘barren’ wife, was pregnant. In a single night, the stranger gave her what Charles couldn’t in five years. Now Carlos has made his claim, pulling her into a world of immense power and lethal secrets. Will Grace escape her toxic marriage only to be trapped in this captivating young billionaire’s golden cage? Or is trading one prison for another a mistake that will cost her more than just her heart?

“Honestly, I don’t even care anymore…” Returning to China after years abroad, Yunhua wants nothing more than to fade quietly into the background. But her ex-girlfriend walks hand-in-hand with someone else. Her classmates won’t stop staring. And her new perfect class president hides nine tails beneath her skirt. She wanted to disappear—instead, something inhumane notices her. “Jiejie, what’s worrying you?” Yue hugged Yunhua’s shoulder, gently licking her ear as the tails as white as snow wrapped around them. - - - Trigger warning: depictions of depression, self-deprecation, and toxic / abusive relationships. Viewer discretion is advised.