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Willow wakes in a hospital bed injured, medicated, and alone. She is informed that her life, as she understood it, ended weeks earlier. Her fiancé is there. Calm. Controlled. He explains that they broke up before the accident and that the separation was mutual. He says he remained by her side only out of decency. He is already involved with someone else, his boss’s daughter, and speaks as though this version of events has always been established fact. No one in the room challenges him. The doctors attribute Willow’s disbelief to concussion and trauma. Nurses lower their voices and repeat the same explanation with careful reassurance until it becomes official, documented, and final. Each repetition strips away her certainty, replacing memory with doubt. When Willow looks to the one person who could contradict him, she finds no relief. Her fiancé’s closest friend, a man who has never hidden his dislike for her, says nothing. He offers a brief nod that confirms the narrative without words. With that single gesture, the past is closed. Every detail they present contradicts what Willow knows she lived. Weeks have been erased. Conversations have been rewritten. A relationship has been reassigned without her consent. If she resists, she will be labeled unstable, emotional, and unreliable. She will be the only one insisting that reality has been altered. So Willow stays silent. Within that silence, something colder begins to take shape. She begins to question why her fiancé needed the past rewritten at a moment when she cannot safely object. She begins to wonder why his closest friend chose this precise moment to agree. She begins to realize that decisions were made about her while she lay unconscious and defenseless. The Quietest Knife is a dark psychological romance centered on gaslighting, betrayal, and power disguised as care. It follows a slow, deliberate descent into manipulation, control, and revenge, where harm is inflicted quietly and authority wears the mask of concern. This is not a story about forgetting. It is a story about being rewritten calmly, professionally, and without resistance.

A Beautiful Girl Takes the Initiative to Propose a Contract—Can You Handle It? As Bai Hao was left confused and uncertain about his choices, the school’s most beautiful girl—his classmate, dressed in a white tracksui...

Aurelia Vale spent her entire life believing she was nothing more than a powerless human living among werewolves. Without a wolf. Without a mate. Without a place she could truly call home. In a pack that valued strength above all else, she survived by lowering her head and enduring their scorn in silence. The Alpha heirs despised her. The future Beta dismissed her existence. Even the warriors treated her as an inconvenience. When the cruelty becomes unbearable, Aurelia walks into the Moon Goddess Temple to sever her bond with the pack forever. She never expects her blood to awaken an ancient power thought long extinct. Thunder shatters the sky. Her wolf emerges. Aurelia is not human. She is a White Wolf, heir to a forgotten bloodline that once ruled over Alphas and commanded entire packs. Worse yet, the scent of five mates binds itself to her soul the moment she awakens. The very men who once humiliated her now feel the pull of the bond. The pack that cast her aside now kneels before her power. And a mysterious fifth presence watches from the shadows, waiting for the perfect moment to claim what he believes is his. As Aurelia flees the pack that betrayed her, her strength continues to grow and long buried truths begin to surface. Faced with obsession, regret, and a bond she never asked for, she must decide whether to grant forgiveness or tear down the hierarchy that once broke her. This time, Aurelia is no longer the one being chosen. She is the one who decides who is worthy of standing beside the White Luna.

Idealistic, innocent, creative and sweet- Aurelia Blackwood is a writer obsessed with villains until she saw one staring down at her like a predator. She should run away from him, yet she stayed. Cold, calculating, possessive and dominant - Jayvion Carell is a villain, a storm in a suit. He'd never feared anything until her safety. She came into his world and now, he's forced to protect her. He'd break his every rule and burn the whole world for her if it means keeping her safe. "To the readers who fall for the villains. You're just as messed up as I am. That's it, little reader-- be a good girl and flip that page. Welcome to the obsession."

#WSA2025 Word went around that no one that had ever knocked on the esteemed Eleazar family’s doors seeking shelter were turned away. Fleeing the prince of Lustris no less, Arabella Sterling held out hope that those weren’t mere rumors as she crossed the border over to Umbraria, home to all creatures of the night. A land where noble blood like hers was a highly coveted delicacy. As such, she wasn’t turned away, but since the Eleazars ran no charity, Arabella was compelled to become the sole blood provider to the heir of the family in exchange for safety. Though never, in a million years, did she imagine that what had started as a simple trade off, could morph into a swirl of tangled passion when the cold and stoic vampire she served showed interest in the young woman beyond the crimson nectar coursing her veins. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note that the most brutal of abuse (Which includes explicit sexual abuse) takes place near the climax of the story. All I will say is that it won't be enacted by the ML.

In the world of wealth and privilege, Gabriela Flores is a force to be reckoned with. As the oldest daughter of a powerful American-Latina family, she's stunningly beautiful with curves that command attention, raven-black hair, and dark, eyes that sparkle with sass and intelligence. Her full lips curve into a perpetual pout, and her nose, slightly rounded at the tip, adds to her exotic charm. But beneath her fiery exterior lies a kind soul, waiting to be discovered. Gabriela's life is predetermined - she's the heiress of the Flores empire, but there's a catch: she must excel in college, become a success story, and start a family of her own. As she steps into the prestigious White's Academy to study business administration, she's ready to take on the world. But drama, romance, and self-discovery await her, all while navigating the cutthroat world of high society and uncovering secrets about her relationship with an underwater world she had been dreaming about for years. With her sassy attitude and sharp wit, Gabriela won't back down from a challenge. But as she navigates the complexities of her family's expectations and her own desires, she'll have to confront the ultimate question: can she claim her rightful place as the Flores heiress and still follow her own heart?

Xia Xingchen was rendered speechless by the doctor’s barrage of questions. Being struck by lightning five times couldn’t feel worse than this. Returning from the hospital, both Xia Xingchen and Xu Yan looked pale. In the living room of the Xia family mansion, she knelt on the floor while Father Xia, Xia Guopeng, sat in the main seat with a cold expression. “Since you say the child isn’t Xu Yan’s, then tell me — whose child is it?” he demanded sharply. “…I don’t know.” Xia Xingchen’s voice was faint. She desperately wanted someone to tell her the answer to that question too. “You don’t know?! You still dare to lie!” Xia Guopeng slammed his palm against the armrest. “I’ll ask again — whose child is it?!” “Dad, you don’t need to ask anymore. No matter how many times you ask, I still won’t know.” That was the moment her world collapsed. She only meant to escape for one night. Dressed in silver and heartbreak, Xia Xingchen stepped into the ballroom expecting nothing more than polite smiles and empty conversations. She never expected to collide with him — the man whose name ruled nations and whose presence silenced entire rooms. One drink turned into another. One glance became too many. And when the lights dimmed, the world narrowed to the warmth of his voice and the dangerous pull in his eyes. She woke up the next morning alone. Two months later, a doctor whispered three words that shattered her life: “You’re pregnant.” And the father… …was the most powerful man alive.

The life of a destitute young man takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious woman. After that fateful night, his life undergoes a drastic transformation. He rises from poverty to become one of the wealthiest and most influential underworld kingpins of all time! He earns the respect of his peers and becomes the most revered Yakuza boss in the criminal underworld, expanding his empire across the entire country

Sydney and Katie were inseparable. Best friends, partners in crime, always together-until love entered the picture. When Sydney starts dating Kyrie, small cracks begin to form in their friendship. What starts as teasing and jealousy slowly turns into rivalry, manipulation, and explosive fights that shake their entire school. The closer Sydney grows to Kyrie, the further Katie drifts-and the more dangerous their friendship becomes. As emotions spiral, Sydney must face impossible choices: protect the love she's building, or the friendship she's losing. Katie, caught between envy and obsession, refuses to stay in anyone's shadow-even if it means crossing lines that can never be uncrossed. Set in a chaotic high-school world where emotions change in seconds and conflicts explode without warning, We're Enemies When It Comes To Love is a dramatic, anime-styled story about jealousy, loyalty, and the painful truth that sometimes the people closest to you can hurt you the most. Because when love is involved... friendship is no longer safe.

In the Ridgid Victorian era, where love was merely a transaction for power and money, Anne dared to dream of something more. Sinking into despair, she nearly abandoned her fantasy- until Lucian arrived. He didn't just open her heart; he shattered her world, revealing a truth about himself that others deemed inhuman.

Oh no! The demon king, Talo, has lost his fight with the summoned hero! What to do?! Yuliain, the Incubus King and Sinister Sin of Lust, is the only one who can save him by traveling to different worlds, saving the "Tragic Target" by changing their fate and collecting soul scraps that will aid in making his Lord stronger! At least that is what his system, DK01, told him as he died. However, something strange is happening! Each soul scrap he collects from the "tragic target" seems to affect how he thinks about love. Love to an incubus is practically nonexistent, so how come Yu's heart seems to beat faster and his face gets redder with each "tragic target" he helps? From a domineering CEO to a Yandere ex-boyfriend, to even a zombie king, Yu will help them all if it means it will save his Lord!! Giving birth to their kids??? Of course, he would do that! As an Incubus King, it's only natural he would want to birth the children of a handsome and powerful being! See how a slutty incubus hops to different worlds and learns to love while giving birth! The ML is hot and sometimes a green flag-ish and the sex scenes will be interesting!!

A photoshoot at Prambanan Temple during the Satu Sura unexpectedly trapped Lestari in a terrifying cycle of samsara. She had been reincarnated 99 times, but each time she died at the hands of a man named Bandung Bandawasa. In each of her lives, Lestari carried the burden of tormenting memories and in each death, gradually erased her true identity as Lestari, a 24-year-old modern-day girl who enjoyed reading stories and watching films with ancient Javanese themes, until finally her soul merged completely with the cursed figure, Rara Jonggrang, with her burning revenge. In her 100th life, Lestari, who could now be called Rara Jonggrang, finally vowed to kill Bandung Bandawasa, the main cause of her suffering.

In ancient Egypt, there was a Pharaoh and his Champion. When the Pharaoh's spirit is trapped in the millennium puzzle, his champion must survive through the ages in secret until the time comes to protect him again. Some promises return. Some battles return with them. As shadows gather in both the ancient and modern world, Zahra confronts a destiny reborn — she must become who she once was and return to the side of the Pharaoh she can no longer remember.

In a world where Gods lurk around every corner, hungry for human flesh, a brother and sister scramble for survival under the wing of an unexpected guardian: the vilest monster of all. The scourge of man, and savior of woman. The Praying Mantis. A God servant herself, Mantis will have to weigh her duty to feed rotten human souls to her ravenous master against her newfound responsibility to carry the children to safety. Now, torn between her roles of vigilante and reluctant maternal figure, she'll journey across the land overcoming obstacles of divine magnitude, burdened with a growing number of innocent lives in her care. Only one thing can thwart her efforts to carry out the noble deed—one condition which will prove an inescapable complication to them all. Her unquenchable thirst for vengeance against the entire male sex.

After getting dumped by his longtime girlfriend outside the University of California campus, Jason thinks life can't get any worse—until a mysterious voice echoes in his mind: "Congratulations! You’ve activated the Simp System!" Suddenly, Jason gains access to trillions in funds, but there's a ridiculous catch: every dollar he spends must go toward earning the affection of a beautiful woman. Lucas is outraged. Why should he degrade himself now that he’s essentially a walking hedge fund with legs? So, he rebels. He buys a Beverly Hills mansion, a Bugatti for each day of the week, a yacht the size of a football field, and even a retired space shuttle—all for himself. And then... the system notifies him: “+10 Favorability from Emma! +20 from Jessica! +35 from your ex!” Wait, what?! He hasn’t licked a single boot—yet the women around him are falling faster than stock prices in a crash. With charm he never meant to use and money he doesn’t know how to spend fast enough, Jason embarks on a journey of wealth, revenge, and unexpected romance—all while flipping the bird to the system that wanted him to grovel.

Since the day she remembers, In her first life, She lived as a ruthless killer. for Thousands of years she killed and killed, Becoming the Most Heinous Criminal in the Whole Soul Society After an incident, she decided to drop the mantle of a killer, and dedicate her life in the pursuit of healing, though even in that regard, her end goal was for battle and killing In her second life, She decided to let go of violence entirely, deciding to become a complete protector, wanting to see what life would give other than an end she made herself a family, lived her life in modesty, and died peacefully. surrounded by her off springs who mourned her passing in all her 80 years Reincarnating in that second life, not once could she find joy in what she did. her 80 years of life was dull. the only saving grace and perhaps 'supernatural' phenomena was the existence of 'TV shows' that depicted her 'First Life' as a show. it was the only thing that ever shocked, fascinated, and made her question her existence in all her new 80 years of life once she died, she did not turn into nothingness, as if her soul is CURSED to walk the MEGAVERSE for Eternity what would she, 'Unohana Retsu', The 'First Kenpachi', Worlds greatest and strongest Swordmaster, do in her Third life, Reincarnated in a world worshipped by the Idea of 'Heroism' and frown upon by the idea of 'Using power for the sake of power' The Tables have turned now. there is a new, more ruthless than anyone, player on the chess board now what will she do, in this Third life of hers ■□■□■□■□■ Author here. This book was created for me to participate in the 'Fanfic Fiesta' event. Don't worry though, for i will see to its end even if we don't win the event or even after it Updates are scheduled from Monday till Friday, one chapter per day. each chapter shall have at least 2.5 k word count or above Thank you for giving my book a try. The cover for this book does not belong to me, nor does MHA which was written by Kōhei Horikoshi. thank you for this wonderful work Please Enjoy my Fanfic Additional Tags: #Strong MC, #Female MC (If you haven't figured out already from Synopsis), #Slight AU because of MC's family

Summary of the Story: The Price of Misplaced Trust The story follows Rina, a kind and intelligent girl whose life takes a tragic turn after she rescues her long-lost friend, Leva. While Rina offers Leva loyalty and a home, Leva—hardened by a troubled past—responds with envy and betrayal. Through manipulation and lies, Leva poisons the mind of Rina’s mother, causing her to turn against her own daughter and embrace Leva instead. Feeling abandoned and broken, Rina finds a brief moment of solace in caring for a stray kitten, but its eventual death plunges her back into despair. In a cruel twist of fate, Rina is accidentally struck and killed by a car driven by her own mother, who was searching for her in a state of distress. Upon realizing she has killed her daughter due to her blind trust in Leva’s lies, the mother loses her mind. The story serves as a haunting warning about the dangers of hasty judgments and the devastating consequences of misplaced trust.

To the outside world, Celine Roberts had the most perfect life. Beauty, wealth, fame in the entertainment industry and the love of a prominent fiancee. But that perfection shattered the moment she ran away from her own wedding, leaving her fiancee who everyone considered a prince charming at the altar. But what people didn't see was that her so called prince charming was actually a scumbag who is having an affair with her own step sister. Even when she finds out about his affair he threatens her with her career to force her to marry him, after all marriage with her was great publicity for his career. Left with no choice she walks down the aisle to marry a scumbag until she sets her eyes on a man who reminds her of sin and darkness. Escaping her own wedding leads her into a suite that belongs to the same sinfully handsome man she set eyes on at her wedding a while ago. Driven by a rebellious will and a sudden attraction to this stranger, she shares a single night with him, a night that holds no promise and no commitments. But what happens when that single night not only bears fruit, but also leads to the inability to forget the man who seems to have captivated her entirely. Celine isn't the only one unable to forget, Tristan Grayson never met a woman he couldn't resist until her, never met a woman he couldn't forget until her. Who would have thought that the elusive billionaire who scorns women would be completely enthralled by a one night stand?

Centuries after a near-invincible demon almost destroyed the world, it is sealed… within a young man. Between the memory of water, the powers of the elements, and the destiny of the moon's chosen ones, the hero must confront his dark legacy and prevent total destruction.