betrayal

When Ren and his entire class are suddenly transported into a world that has become a living game, survival is no longer guaranteed. Monsters roam freely, power is measured by visible stats, and those who grow stronger rule over the weak. Everyone is granted a system interface—everyone except Ren. Labeled a freeloader and abandoned when danger strikes, Ren is forced to survive without levels, skills, or guidance in a brutal primitive world where death is always one step away. While others rely on the system to grow stronger, Ren must rely on instinct, endurance, and will. In a world that refuses to acknowledge him, Ren will prove that even without a system… he can still become the strongest.

She sold her body to save her mother’s life. She never expected the man she gave it to… would be her new boss. Or the father of her child. Isabella Howells had her future mapped out—until everything shattered in one day. Her mother was dying, her fiancé had stolen everything, and with nowhere left to turn, Isabella made a desperate decision that would haunt her forever. Five years later, she’s a single mother craving a fresh start in a quiet town. When she lands a dream job as executive assistant at StoneTech Solutions, it feels like fate is finally on her side—until she walks into her new boss’s office and comes face to face with Jake Stones, the man she thought she’d never see again. The one-night stand. The man who swore he couldn't have children but was somehow the father of her son, Timothy. Would she be able to do her job without thinking about the past? What happens when Jake Stones is bent on making Isabella his, unaware of his secret baby with her? Will she accept him? What happens when Jake's brother's schemes puts Timothy's life in danger and Isabella is forced to reveal the truth about Timothy's paternity? Will Jake accept this truth? Or will it break him and everything he'd ever come to know about Isabella Howells? Let's find out in this story of love, lies, betrayal, and a second chance that could cost everything. ******Excerpt****** Jake leaned back slowly, eyes narrowing, studying her with new intensity. "Tell me, Miss Howells," he said carefully, "have we met before?" Bella's heart lurched, panic flashing through her veins. Did he recognize her? It couldn't be. If he did, he wouldn't have asked her that. Besides, she had a reason to recognize his face, but him? He didn't have a reason to. She concluded. She forced herself to laugh lightly, shaking her head. "No, sir. I don't think so. I'd certainly remember if we had." Her words came out smoothly, but inside she was crumbling. Of course, I remember you, Jake. How could I not? You're the man who lied. The man who changed the course of her life with just one lie. Jake tilted his head, unconvinced. The denial in her voice didn't match the flicker in her eyes, or the way her hands gripped the edge of the chair just a little too tightly. She recognized him, too but was obviously lying to him. He nodded, deciding not to press further. Not yet. "Strange," he murmured, leaning back in his chair, a faint smile ghosting his lips. "I could've sworn you looked familiar." Bella kept her eyes lowered, pretending to be busy with the folder he slid across the desk. Jake let the silence stretch, his gaze never leaving her. Inside, his thoughts churned. She was lying — he was sure of it. That mole, those eyes, that voice… There was no mistaking her. She could hide behind her polished clothes and calm tone, but he knew. She was the one who had refused his help and had wanted to pay for whatever money he gave her. And if she thought she could walk into his world again and pretend otherwise, she was wrong.

Celeste Thorne is the most powerful witch alive—and she's dying. At thirty-two, the ancient curse binding her bloodline is finally claiming her life, just as it claimed her mother's and grandmother's before her. She has six months to find her true soulmate and transfer her vast magical legacy before it dies with her, lost forever. But there's a catch: the transfer will kill her instantly, and the wrong choice will corrupt her magic and unleash devastation on the world. Enter three men who couldn't be more different: Adrian Blackwell, the witch hunter who's been ordered to kill her but can't bring himself to pull the trigger. Damien Ashcroft, the charismatic warlock from a rival coven who sees her power as the key to ending centuries of magical warfare. And Theo Sterling, the seemingly ordinary human doctor who saved her life once and harbors a secret that could change everything. As Celeste's condition worsens and dark forces close in to steal her magic by force, she must navigate deadly trials, uncover centuries-old conspiracies, and determine which of these men truly loves her for who she is—not what she can give them. Because choosing wrong won't just break her heart. It will destroy the world.

(14) Overgirl is an alternative version of Kara Danvers who resides in Earth X. After the death of Superman, Kara Danvers gained kryptonitian powers from her cousin and made it her mission to rid the world of villainly by any means necessary. On a unspecified version of Earth in the dark multiverse. Superman manages to stop Doomsday from destroying Metropolis, but at the cost of his own life. Kara Danvers cradle's his body as the Justice League arrives too late to help her and she lashes out at them for not being there for Superman. During a big funeral for the Man of Steel, Kara Danvers looked at the Justice League only in contempt, believing them to be there publicity, while those who really knew Supery were forced to watch from behind the crowds.

Born the youngest of nine children and from a different mother, Tariro grows up neglected and unwanted. When a devastating drought forces the family’s children to travel in search of food, jealousy turns deadly. Betrayed by her own siblings, Tariro is sold into servitude and declared dead. But she survives. From hardship and humiliation, she rises through resilience and intelligence to become a powerful woman of wealth. Years later, the family that abandoned her learns the truth—and the father who never stopped loving her finally finds her again. This is a story of betrayal, survival, and a woman who chose forgiveness over revenge.

When Orion, the leader of the Nightshade Pack, finds an injured woman near his territory, he makes an impulsive decision to bring her into his pack for treatment. Doubts linger, as she may be a spy sent by the Enclave, led by the ruthless Luna, Victoria. What was supposed to be a straightforward case of recovery quickly becomes complicated. When Sophia awakens, she is plagued by amnesia, remembering only her name. Orion faces a dilemma: should he send her away or allow her to stay? Ultimately, he decides to keep her until her memories return. As Sophia adjusts to life in the Nightshade Pack, a deep connection forms between her and Orion. They begin to realize they belong together, but what will happen when Sophia’s memories start returning in fragments? Will those memories destroy not only their bond but also the safety of the entire pack? NB: Luna in this novel is a different concept, it doesn't just mean the wife of the Alpha. And also this book is rated 18.

The Hidden Assassin: Undercover Heart "Where loyalty is a shadow, and love is a death trap." In the frozen wilderness of Moscow, a high-stakes mission goes cold when Ricky, a top-tier DGFI agent, is brutally executed in front of his partner and lover, Sophia. Trapped between grief and duty, Sophia cannot afford to cry. As a ghost agent of the elite unit, her only option is to vanish—and then strike back. Haunted by the memory of Ricky’s final kiss and driven by a thirst for vengeance, Sophia transforms herself. She sheds her military skin to become a lethal temptress. Clad in a provocative red sheer dress, she infiltrates the inner circle of the Kremlin’s most dangerous shadow: Dmitri. Dmitri is a Russian mafia kingpin with cold blue eyes and sun-kissed hair—a man who rules with iron and blood. He is captivated by Sophia’s mysterious golden eyes, unaware that she is the Hidden Assassin sent to dismantle his empire from within. As Sophia weaves a web of deception, she finds herself caught in a dangerous psychological game. In the den of the enemy, the lines between her mission and her emotions begin to blur. Her Undercover Heart starts to beat for the very man she is sworn to kill. Will Sophia avenge her fallen lover, or will she succumb to the forbidden allure of the Russian Boss? In a world of secrets and silver bullets, the deadliest weapon isn't a gun—it's a heartbeat.

I never wanted to be a witch. I wanted to be normal, invisible, safe. But when my magic manifested during my sister's wedding—turning her ceremony into a nightmare of wild vines and shattered glass—the Inquisition branded me a heretic. My own family testified against me. My fiancé called me a demon. The entire realm wanted me burned. Then came Commander Cassian Thorne, the High Inquisitor's most ruthless weapon. Cold. Lethal. Merciless. He was sent to drag me to the execution pyre, and he did exactly that—except he never lit the flame. Instead, he locked me in his fortress, refusing to explain why he's keeping me alive while the entire kingdom demands my death. Now I'm trapped with a man who should be my executioner, watching him wage a silent war between duty and something he won't name. But I've discovered his secret: beneath his armor lies a curse slowly turning him to stone, and I'm the only witch powerful enough to break it. The problem? Breaking his curse requires a sacrifice I'm not sure I can survive. And loving him might destroy us both.

Chicago, Illinois— 2016. Adrian Carter’s life was ordinary: school, friends, a girlfriend he thought he understood. Then, without warning, the world collapsed. A psychotic outbreak sweeps through the city, turning people into sadistic killers— creatures that hunt without reason, morality, or mercy. Streets flood with blood. Survival becomes instinct. Trust becomes a liability. But the infected aren’t Adrian’s greatest threat. Lila—his yandere ex-girlfriend—is still alive. Still watching. And she has her own violent ideas of love, protection, and ownership. Trapped in a city gone mad, Adrian must fight to survive the outbreak, navigate a world drenched in blood, and cling to what remains of his humanity—before he loses himself completely… or becomes something Lila refuses to let escape. Viewer Discretion Advised: this story contains graphic violence, psychological tension, and intense character conflicts.

Chelly Morgan has everything. Beauty, attitude, and the power that comes with being the Beta’s only child. That ends the moment she wakes in the Moon Goddess’s realm after a car accident. She expects respect but she gets ignored instead. But Sansa Riley, the omega nobody she used to bully, is suddenly treated like royalty. Chelly demands to be sent back. The Moon Goddess agrees but returns her in the one body she never wanted. Sansa’s. Living as Sansa becomes a nightmare fast. Chelly learns that her mated Alpha in her real body, Lucien, has been cheating and is secretly in love with Sansa. She also finds out he is a crazy psycho. Desperate to get away from him, she runs into her sworn enemy in her past life, Koa. As if things couldn't get any worse she finds out she's mated to him in Sansa’s body. Chelly, now Sansa, has to fix the wreckage she might or might have not caused. Survive a possessive Alpha, resist a mate who she used to hate and stand her ground in a world that doesn't regard omegas as anything but slaves. All while trying to control a fate that clearly enjoys watching her struggle.

Alisha steps into university life hoping for a quiet new beginning, unaware that some encounters are never accidental. Alex is cold, controlled, and wrapped in shadows he refuses to explain. He lives by rules no one questions and emotions he never shows—until Alisha appears. Something about her unsettles him, cracks the walls he built so carefully, and pulls him toward feelings he never planned to feel. When a mysterious night leaves Mandy—Alex’s sister—terrified and silent, questions begin to surface. She insists someone was chasing her, yet refuses to say more. What she saw—or who she recognized—remains buried behind fear and loyalty. As Alisha is drawn closer to Alex, she senses danger she cannot name. Voices feel familiar. Reactions feel too intense. And the darkness surrounding Alex begins to move. What happens when love is not just a feeling, but a test? What if the person meant to save you is also the one being hunted? In a world of secrets, silence can be more deadly than truth. And sometimes, love is the chase that changes everything.

Elara Thorne was the Luminous Council's perfect weapon—a spy trained since childhood to infiltrate, seduce, and destroy their greatest enemy: the Dark Lord Cassian Nyx. They told her he was a monster who slaughtered thousands, a tyrant who feasted on suffering. They promised her freedom and redemption if she could get close enough to kill him. But when Elara arrives at the obsidian castle disguised as a scholarly assistant, she doesn't find the monster from the stories. Instead, she discovers a lonely, brilliant man who spends his nights reading ancient texts, carefully tending a garden of night-blooming flowers, and ruling his dark kingdom with unexpected gentleness. The more time she spends in his cold halls, the more warmth she brings—and the more she realizes the Council's version of history might be a carefully constructed lie. Now, torn between her mission and her growing feelings, Elara must decide: complete her assassination and return to the people who raised her, or commit the most dangerous rebellion of all—loving the enemy and uncovering the truth that could shatter everything she's ever believed.

When vampires stop hiding, the city becomes a hunting ground. Rowan and his friends are dragged into a conflict shaped by blood, legacy, and power that never truly disappears. Ophelia senses the danger before it arrives. Ren fights it. Alistair mocks it. Rowan is marked by it. The return of the Ashborne name sends ripples through the vampiric world, drawing predators and allies alike. Survival begins to demand a price, and none of them get to choose what that price is.

The world is entering an age of machines, industry, and order—but something older still decides what is allowed to exist. A young private detective, known for solving impossible cases, begins to dream of places that do not end. When people vanish without cause and rooms behave incorrectly, he discovers that these are not accidents, but corrections. As he follows these disturbances, he uncovers fragments of a buried history—sealed concepts, erased eras, and a system designed not to rule, but to stabilize. Each mystery brings him closer to a dangerous understanding: The world is not held together by truth. It is held together by what has been removed. And noticing that makes him next.

#Mafia. #Mystery. Slow-burn romance with sharp edges. Askai grew up running—through West End streets of Nolan 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.

The story is complete. Title: The Crimson Ribbon's Silhouette Genre: Darkromace/Romantic/. / Mysterydark mafia romance to a high-stakes Science Fiction/Psychological Thriller Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Characters’ actions do not represent any religion, culture, or belief system. Mature readers only (18+). Synopsis: The story follows 16-year-old Soha (Ira), the daughter of the Bangladeshi Ambassador to South Korea. Living in a world of diplomacy and high-rise glass buildings, her life takes a chaotic turn one morning. While walking to her Korean school, she witnesses a luxury car crash through the 15th-floor glass wall of a 20-story skyscraper. In the midst of the smoke and falling glass, she locks eyes with a man who feels hauntingly familiar. He is Adrik, the same man who, ten years ago on a rain-soaked afternoon, carried a 6-year-old Ira in his arms to safety. Back then, he was a kind-hearted 20-year-old student; now, he is a 6'4" towering figure of mystery, labeled by the Korean police as a dangerous Mafia operative. Before disappearing into the shadows, Adrik throws a small box at Soha’s feet. Inside, she finds no evidence or messages—only the blood-red ribbon she wore in her hair the day they first met. Shaken and confused, Soha realizes that Adrik has been guarding this memory for a decade. Driven by an unbreakable bond and the secrets of the past, Soha finds herself drawn into Adrik’s dark world. As the police close in, the 16-year-old girl must decide: is the man she once called her savior a cold-blooded criminal, or is he protecting her from a truth far more dangerous?The Iconic Scene (Preview): In a dimly lit room, the 6'4" towering figure of Adrik stands silently. Soha, trembling yet determined, reaches out and grabs the red ribbon around his neck, pulling him closer into a desperate, tearful embrace. The height difference disappears as she clings to the only person who ever made her feel safe.

Born frail in body and dismissed by the world as insignificant, Lucien Voss grows up learning a cruel truth early in life: strength invites resistance, but intelligence invites surrender. Mocked, ignored, and underestimated, Lucien survives not by fighting back—but by observing, calculating, and remembering. Behind his quiet demeanor lies a mind capable of dismantling systems, predicting human behavior, and turning chaos into opportunity. While others chase power through force, Lucien builds it through information, manipulation, and flawless strategy. Every insult becomes data. Every loss, a lesson. Every human weakness, a tool. As society spirals through political unrest, corporate greed, and moral decay, Lucien positions himself not as a hero nor a villain—but as an inevitable outcome. Allies rise believing they lead, enemies fall without realizing they were ever opposed, and empires shift hands without a single battle being fought. What begins as a story of survival slowly transforms into one of domination. Lucien does not conquer nations with armies or weapons—he conquers minds. And by the time the world recognizes his influence, it is already living by his design.

Magic is everything. Strength decides value, mana decides status, and those born weak are meant to disappear quietly. Kael Ryunosuke was never meant to matter. With a mana count so low it barely registers, Kael survives as a bottom-rank hunter, slaying the weakest creatures in existence just to earn enough copper to buy water and dry bread. While others grow stronger and rise through the ranks, Kael devotes himself to protecting his town and serving his clan, believing loyalty and effort will one day be enough. He is wrong. When a level-20 magical beast threatens the land, Kael is unexpectedly chosen to join the hunting party. Taking it as his final chance to prove his worth, he accepts without question—unaware that the mission was never meant for him to return alive. Abandoned in the depths of battle and left to die, Kael’s life ends in despair… only for his consciousness to awaken beyond death, inside a strange void ruled by a reincarnation system bound to a trapped spirit. Offered a second life, the power to choose his own strength, and the chance to return to the world that discarded him, Kael steps forward once more. This time, he will not crawl at the bottom. This time, Kael Ryunosuke will decide who deserves to survive. And with the HAREM SYSTEM, every ally he saves can become part of his deadly, loyal harem army… each one bound by strength, affection, and desire.

They think she is just another pretty girl— until she becomes the most dangerous player in the room. In a world where money decides everything, love turns into the most volatile asset of all. Victoria is a student with ruthless ambition and a mind too sharp to remain invisible. A seemingly random job pulls her into a sealed-off circle of power: billionaires, corporate wars, and deals built on betrayal and millions changing hands. Caught between the cold, merciless Kaiden Starkwell, the cynical strategist Christian Grayson, and Andre Cortland—the heir to an empire—Victoria enters a game where emotions are tools and trust costs more than money. Every step is a risk. Every kiss is part of a transaction. Every decision can cost her freedom… or her life. She must play—seduce, deceive, choose—to survive. But what happens when the game spins out of control, and the heart becomes more vulnerable than any bank account? Dark romance. Elite thriller. Dangerous love— where the winner takes everything, and the loser disappears.