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Adeline Donovan thought she had the perfect marriage and the perfect husband until the night she walked in on her husband, Theodore, tangled in the arms of his secretary. Humiliated, she takes her young son and returns to her grandfather’s estate. But running from her marriage doesn’t mean she can run from responsibilities. For years, Theodore had been managing her shares in her grandfather’s powerful business empire. Now, with the truth out, Adeline steps forward to claim what is rightfully hers. She demanded to be divorced but her grandfather gave her a challenge instead; to make a proposal to Darien Hawthorne—a rival tycoon with a reputation as cold as the empire he built. Darien is dangerous, a rumored international playboy, and everything Adeline should avoid. How hard could it be? Unfortunately for her, she breaks a bottle of wine on Darien’s head on the first day they meet while in a drunken state. What seems to be a simple, yet nerve-racking business arrangement forms into a dangerous turn of events when family members turn greedy, enemies close in, and Adeline has to fight her feelings for Darien. As her world unravels, only one question remains; will she choose to stand by Darien, or walk away from the man who has become both her greatest rival and her most undeniable desire? And Darien, would he be able to fight his desire for the woman he’s loved since his teenage years especially when he has to make a choice, Adeline or his family?

This story begins during the canon timeline, bridges world-breaking events, and continues past the series finale. Dracule Marya Zaleska has always lived in the shadow of her father, Dracule Mihawk, the world’s greatest swordsman. But Marya is no ordinary heir to a legendary name. Gifted with the enigmatic Oni-Oni no Mi (Mist-Mist Fruit), she wields the power to summon spectral apparitions and manipulate the veil between the living and the dead. Yet, this power is both a blessing and a curse, as it binds her to a destiny she does not yet understand. Determined to escape her father’s towering legacy, Marya sets out on a journey to uncover the truth about her mother, a woman shrouded in mystery who sacrificed herself to protect a secret so profound it could shake the foundations of the world. Along the way, Marya discovers fragments of her mother’s past—clues that lead her to ancient ruins, forgotten battles, and a conspiracy that ties her family to the origins of the Devil Fruits themselves. As Marya delves deeper into the mysteries of her lineage, she navigates treacherous seas, faces off against ruthless enemies, and uncovers the truth about the Mist-Mist Fruit’s dark origins. But the closer Marya gets to the truth, the more she realizes that her parents’ sacrifices were not just for her sake—they were to protect the world from a looming catastrophe. As the line between ally and enemy blurs, Marya must confront the darkness within herself and decide whether to embrace her Mist-Mist powers or reject them to forge her own path. "Dracule Marya Zaleska: Oni Phantom - Devil Fruit Origins" is a tale of legacy, sacrifice, and self-discovery. In a world where the past and present collide, Marya’s journey will reveal the secrets her parents died to protect and challenge her to rise above the shadows of her name to become a legend in her own right. Will she uncover the truth in time to save the world, or will the weight of her legacy consume her? #FinalSaga #PostCanon #BridgeLore #PostTimeskip #CanonExpansion #WorldBuilding #HighWordCount #DailyUpdate

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When Rosalind follows her father to a grand banquet in the kingdom of Eryndor, she expects nothing but humiliation as her father intends to pawn her off to settle his gambling debts. Rosalind is fiercely unwilling to be controlled and is definitely unprepared for the attention of King Alaric, the kingdom’s feared tyrant whose dangerous charm and ruthless reputation make the bravest men tremble and women weak in their knees. Intrigued by her defiance, Alaric claims Rosalind as his own, and suddenly she is trapped in his castle, under the scrutiny of his watchful eyes, sinful tongue, and burning touch. Desperate to escape, she discovers a secret ally in a mysterious servant, one whose true identity shocks her and forces her to question everything she thought was real, with the fact that her father hadn't been in debt at all but had handed her to the malicious king with evil intentions. Rosalind finds herself caught between two men: the controlling, prideful king who desires her completely, and the enigmatic servant who sees her as more than a prize. In a palace where deception is law and freedom is impossible, can Rosalind survive and who will truly claim her heart?

The continuation journey of Alter in the virtual world. Takes place after The World of Fractured Realms. But this time, Gaia took her frustrations out on Alter and accidently unleashed something that should not have.

In a world where magic is forbidden and witches are hunted, Ashlynn Blackwell has hidden her mark of the witch since birth. The night of her wedding she's betrayed and her secret is exposed. Attacked by her husband and his knights, Ashlynn was abandoned and left for dead in the wilderness. Rescued by the vampire lady Nyrielle, Ashlynn is offered a choice: die as a human or embrace her power as a witch. Bound by a mystical blood pact, Ashlynn is plunged into a world of ancient magic, immortal vampires, and deadly political intrigue for the chance to find eternal love. [Bronze Winner: Weekly Love Tales - Vampire] [Book of the Month: September/October 2024]

Warning: Heavy sexual content and a fucked up male lead. Throw morally grey out the window. Excerpt: "Do you trust me?" His hand drifted to her neck. If he had asked her to walk into the fire with him right then, to tumble willingly into chaos, she would have said yes without hesitation. Her entire body shivered as she nodded, heart hammering, her pulse a wild drum against her ribs. "Always use your words, Bambola. Do you trust me?" he asked again. "Yes…yes…" Her back arched against him instinctively, skin flushed and glistening, every nerve screaming, every muscle taut and alive. Luca's other hand tightened at her neck, squeezing until she gasped for breath. The sensation was exquisite and terrifying, every nerve ending alight as he manipulated the fine line between restriction and pleasure. Vee squeezed her eyes shut, nails digging into his arm as she clung to him, her breath rattling in her chest. He sensed her reaching the edge and drove her closer, the hand at her neck tightening harder. "Luc…" she choked out, a fragmented plea that shattered as her body convulsed, releasing a hot, desperate wave against his fingers and the rug beneath them. Synopsis: She insulted the devil. He decided to own her. Veronica Scalese walks into New York’s elite club, ‘Commissioned’ by accident—and mouths off to the wrong man; Luciano Genovese popularly known as ‘The Devil’. He grants favours but gets your soul in return. When Luca comes to collect a debt from her father, the payment demanded is flesh. Veronica becomes both Luca’s weakness and his obsession. He burns his empire to the ground to keep her. Undressed by the Mafia God is a mafia romance story where power is foreplay, love is a liability, and the most terrifying thing a god can do… is fall. From the author that brought you: 1. Defying The Rogue Alpha 2. The Vampire's Luna 3. Undressed By His Arrogance

He grabbed my hair roughly, making my whimper. “You’re such a little whore, getting aroused for your mate.”  “You’re happy to see him right? Are you going to sneak off to fuck him in the night? Is that why you’ve been happy about this trip?” He ordered and I shook my head. “Answer me you bitch!” He barked. My lips quivered. “No… No… Please.” I wailed and he scoffed as he let go of me roughly. —————- After my mother’s death and my mate’s betrayal, I became nothing, just a powerless wolf, discarded and sold to his ruthless stepbrothers. But everything changes when I uncover the truth, my mate didn’t just betray me… he wants me for the same reason he murdered my mother. Now, hunted by both wolves and humans, my hidden identity begins to unravel, making me a target. They think I’m weak, they think I’ll break. But while they chase me, I’m planning their downfall.

'Do I even want to do this all again? I could just never use it. It could end now. I could just let it end...' At the brink of death, Kaius Seraphall’s seemingly useless Artifact finally activates, sending him back fifteen years in time to his home planet of Zenin. A world plagued by Demons and interspersed with other supernatural beings. Now, able to start again in an attempt to change his fate, Kai begins to manipulate the threads, desperate to avoid his demise and the betrayal that drove him to the doomed planet to begin with. But what was he going to do now with no power and only the knowledge of what was to come? And why was his closest friend, the man who had betrayed him in the past, acting so strangely towards him? He hated him…right? Spotify Playlist - Twisted Artifacts Loulou

On my third wedding anniversary, my husband poisoned me. As I lay dying on the cold restaurant floor, I watched him smile beside my step-sister his mistress since before our wedding day. My marriage was a lie. My love was a tool. And my death was carefully planned. I thought dying would finally set me free. Instead, I woke up three years in the past one week before I married the man who killed me. This time, I won’t be the obedient wife who walks blindly into her own grave. I’ll cancel the wedding. Expose their betrayal. And marry the one man my ex-fiancé fears the most. Adrian Blackwood. The Devil CEO. A ruthless billionaire with no mercy for his enemies. I walked into his office with a deal: “Marry me. Help me destroy Ethan Cole and I’ll give you everything you need to take him down.” I expected a cold contract marriage. What I didn’t expect… was the way he looked at me like I already belonged to him. “You’re under my protection now, Sophia,” he said calmly. “And I never let go of what’s mine.” Revenge was supposed to be simple. Love was never part of the plan. But falling for the Devil may be far more dangerous than the man who murdered me. Because Adrian Blackwood doesn’t play games. And once he chooses something he keeps it. Forever. In my first life, I died for love. In this life, I’ll make them all pay.

ALTERNATIVE TITLE: THREE FOR A SECOND CHANCE. BLURB I had desired to have a child of my own. To show the world I wasn't an unfit Luna. To make Alex a father and express my love for him. The moon goddess seemed to hear my desires, and she granted them. I had held the result firmly in my hands, excited to tell my husband, but then I was met with a scene of betrayal. He was on our matrimonial bed with my best friend Eva. Heartbroken and disoriented, after various tortures, I found a way to escape his clutches with one Vow in mind: "I must protect my Pup!" I fell into the hands of three powerful Alpha triplets, but now they call me by a name I cannot recognize. Would they still look at me with so much desire if they found out I have a pup growing in my belly? **** "Theresa! Come with us!" Their voices echoed loudly in my head as I stared at them puzzled. "I am not Theresa, and I am going nowhere with you!" I said out loud, my voice firm. Leonard leaned in closer, his breath hot against my skin, "I promise Theresa, we would treat you right this time!" "Just give us another chance!" Lugard said, as he brushed his fingers against my skin. "Allow us to treat you right!" Lawrence muttered, as he searched my eyes deeply waiting for a confirmation. I could only stare at them puzzled, unaware of the right decision to make, but I couldn't ignore the way my body reacted towards them.

Nathan thought leaving their past behind—the mistakes that forced him and his mother to run—would give them both a fresh start. A new home. A wealthy stepfather. A life far from the secrets that haunt him. But nothing is as simple as it seems. In a world of wealth and power, Nathan finds himself trapped in a new kind of hell. He meets Zane, his safe space, his stepbrother’s best friend—everything he could ever wish for. But it’s Kieran, his new stepbrother, who makes everything harder. Cold, dangerous, and obsessed, Kieran won’t let him go. Kieran holds Nathan’s past over his head, threatening to expose everything. Nathan will do anything to protect the one person who’s always been there for him—his mother. He must keep his darkest secret buried. But in a world full of rich, spoiled kids, drugs, sex, and murder, the pressure begins to crush him. As everything spirals out of control, Nathan is forced to choose: Keep his secret hidden and protect his mother… or let everything burn to the ground. Note: This story explores dark and mature themes such as obsession, crime, substance abuse, and toxic relationships. It is intended for mature audiences.

It is impossible for a police officer to fall in love with a criminal. That’s what Riley believed. That’s what she was trained to believe. Riley Knox goes undercover knowing exactly what she’s walking into. A powerful CEO. A spotless public image. And rumours of ties to an organisation that has ruined lives and vanished without a trace. Her job is simple: observe, listen, gather proof, and get out. No attachments. No mistakes. But nothing stays simple for long. The more time Riley spends around Nathaniel, the harder it becomes to separate the role she’s playing from the feelings she’s trying to ignore. He isn’t what she expected. He’s careful, quiet and controlled. And somehow, in the middle of lies and half-truths, something real begins to grow between them. Then there’s Melanie. She isn’t part of the investigation, but she becomes impossible to overlook. A child caught between distance and discipline, acting out because it’s the only way to be seen. Loving too loudly in a house that doesn’t know how to love gently. Riley never meant to care, but caring happens anyway. All three of them are struggling in their own way. Riley with the weight of her duty. Nathaniel with the secrets he refuses to let go of. Melanie with emotions she doesn’t yet know how to name. Somehow, without meaning to, they begin to lean on one another. Not perfectly. Not safely. But honestly. And that’s where everything starts to fall apart. Because love built on secrets doesn’t stay hidden forever. And when the truth finally comes out, Riley will have to choose between the badge she swore to honour and the people she never planned to love. The question is not whether love can survive danger. It’s whether anyone walks away from it unbroken.

House of Hidden Secrets is a gripping tale about a young woman named Roxanne, in her mid-twenties, who purchases a farmhouse in the nearby town of Sugar Creek. Little does she know that the house is shrouded in dark secrets from its past and that these secrets will significantly impact her life. Despite this, Roxanne is inexplicably drawn to the property as if it were calling out to her. The house has a sordid history of its own, as the Catalano family, who originally owned it, vanished without a trace, leaving behind a mystery that has never been solved. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com. Click the link Https://www.royalroad.com/profile/862919/fictions

After her fiancé Elias and her half-sister Marina betray and murder her with the help of her stepmother Eleanor who handed Elias the poisoned Wine, Seraphina Carter gets a second chance. She wakes up one year in the past on the day of her engagement party. She still remembers everything. She sees that her “perfect” family is full of snakes. To take down the Carter Group and protect her mother’s legacy, she teams up with Lucien Rhys her ruthless business rival. As they deal with corporate sabotage and high-society backstabbing, Seraphina learns Lucien has protected her since school. The “fat kid” she once stood up for is now the only man strong enough to stand beside her. From clearing her father’s ruined name to a final judgment that wipes her enemies out, Seraphina goes from victim to queen. But rebirth has a price, and she has to decide if her love for Lucien is strong enough to end the cycle of death for good.

Mayex is the main character of this story. After losing his family, he feels betrayed and emotionally empty. When he suddenly loses consciousness and wakes up again, he finds himself inside a strange building he has never seen before: Brown Organisation. There, a completely new life begins for him. The organisation becomes his new home, but in return he must train hard and work for them. In exchange, he receives a place to sleep and food. Along the way, Mayex meets new friends, experiences unforgettable moments, and faces many challenges. His journey will be long - filled with fun, sadness, and a little bit of foolishness. i will upload weekly new chapters but it could turn into monthly and maybe it could take even more time, but please give me feedbacks so that I can get better and you feedback/comment will Motivate me to keep uploading. Also you feedback means allot to me if you leave one, and your support will always be helpful if you do....I like chicken

Andrea Paisley has carried scars long before anyone could see them. From the age of six, school was never a safe place. Classmates mocked her, calling her ugly, a monkey, and worse. A strict teacher seemed to hate her for reasons she never understood, turning every school day into something she had to survive rather than live. Years of bullying slowly carved deep wounds into Andrea’s heart, leaving her angry, guarded, and struggling with her mental health. But through the chaos of elementary school, there was one person she could never fully hate. Matthew Neyman. They argued, spread rumors about each other, and clashed constantly—but sometimes, in rare quiet moments, they helped each other. Matthew became Andrea’s first crush, even if their relationship was built more on conflict than kindness. By the time school ended, Andrea tried to bury those feelings and forget him completely… even though part of her never really could. High school is supposed to be a fresh start. Instead, Andrea finds herself facing new battles. Samuel Daňko, her sharp-tongued classmate, seems to hate everything about her—calling her aggressive, cringe, and impossible to deal with. Yet the more they clash, the more complicated their relationship becomes. Then there’s Tom Čonka, the quiet boy she secretly finds attractive. He barely speaks to her, always distant, always out of reach. And the worst part? Matthew, Samuel, and Tom all already have girlfriends. Matthew is dating Vanessa Příhodová, a girl who seems to have everything Andrea never did—beauty, confidence, and love. Andrea begins to believe she’s cursed. Every time she meets someone new at a party in the city and lets herself hope for a moment, the next day reality crushes her again. Love always seems to belong to someone else. But as old memories resurface and new conflicts ignite, Andrea must face the truth about her past, her scars, and the fragile hope that maybe—just maybe—someone out there could still see her heart beneath the pain. Because sometimes the deepest scars are the ones that lead you to the person who understands them.

Journee, an NYPD officer and Archer, an FBI agent are after a common mafia boss, but they don’t know it. They cross each other’s path at every corner and involuntarily destroy each other chances to make a case against him. Each unknowingly keeps sabotaging the other. If they get a chance, they will kill each other. Finally, they decide to work together to put him behind bars and… fall in love.

Curses are evil consequences from bad actions, but in the WolfTrail Pack, curses are generational gifts, you choose whether you want the evil side or the good side. Luna Freda is very excited about her marriage to the Pack Alpha but things start getting heated up when it is time to mate, and she discovers that her Alpha is living under a curse. The owner of the curse has been reborn,as the new Beta of the Pack and ready for revenge