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Her revenge required his resources. His price was her surrender. She ran from a gilded cage. He’s the only man who can give her the keys to her revenge—and the one who knows how to make her beg for his touch. Her only weapon is a job at Daki Tech, where she finds herself at the mercy of her childhood rival, the ruthless billionaire Reomen Daki. He offers her a deal: his resources for her vengeance, in exchange for her absolute submission in a brutal professional war that bleeds into nights of white-hot tension. Their every clash is a battle of wills laced with searing attraction, a dangerous game where the lines between hatred and hunger blur. To burn her family's world to the ground, she must first play with the one man who knows how to make her burn.

Nadine Arundaya selalu percaya bahwa pernikahan dibangun dari kejujuran—setidaknya sampai ia menemukan sebuah gelang wanita asing di mobil suaminya. Raka, pria yang selama ini ia anggap sebagai jangkar hidupnya, mulai memancarkan tanda-tanda yang tak pernah ia sadari sebelumnya: pulang terlambat, senyum yang dibuat-buat, aroma parfum yang bukan miliknya. Saat Nadine menelusuri kebohongan itu satu per satu, ia justru menemukan retakan yang lebih dalam dari sekadar perselingkuhan—retakan yang membuat fondasi rumah tangganya perlahan runtuh dari dalam. Di tengah kehancuran itu, hadir Aruna Lestari, sosok elegan dan misterius yang tampaknya tidak hanya menjadi bayangan dalam hidup Raka, tetapi juga ancaman bagi kewarasan Nadine. Semakin Nadine menggali kebenaran, semakin ia sadar bahwa Aruna bukan sekadar ‘wanita lain’—melainkan seseorang dengan masa lalu kelam yang berkaitan erat dengan rahasia terbesar Raka. Ketika semua puzzle mulai tersusun, Nadine harus berhadapan dengan fakta bahwa cintanya selama ini mungkin hanya ilusi yang ia pertahankan sendirian. Hidup Nadine berubah ketika ia bertemu Sagara, seorang fotografer yang melihat sisi dirinya yang selama ini terkubur—sisi yang tidak pernah diperhatikan Raka. Sagara hadir seperti napas baru di tengah badai, namun justru dialah yang membuat hati Nadine belajar kembali berdebar… dan sekaligus mempertanyakan batas-batas kesetiaan. Terperangkap di antara cinta yang runtuh, ketertarikan baru yang samar, serta rahasia kelam yang mengintai setiap langkahnya, Nadine dihadapkan pada pilihan paling menyakitkan: tetap hidup dalam kebohongan, atau membakar seluruh masa lalunya demi menemukan dirinya sendiri.

Why is it, that no matter how many world shattering heroes rise and fall, no matter how many times a realm is said to be depleted of resources, a hero rises again - burning all the resources they find as they go? Another inheritance is always found, another spirit herb, magical artefact... and no one asks why they never seem to run out... ...what keeps creating all these fortunate encounters? Why? And what happens if it stops? --- Warning, this book is a slow burner - rather than a fast paced DBZ style novel --- AUTHORS UPDATE: Apologies to my Readers My life has gone completely insane since 2019. I am prepared to start again, but I'm going to be slowly posting revised and clean chapters first, taking down old chapters as the new edits completely replace them. Unfortunately, Webnovel doesn't alert to updates to old content. I'm managing a couple of chapters a week worth of editing. By the way, if anyone thinks AI can do the work of writing for you, I say that it's an invaluable editing tool and soundingboard - but I find it still takes three to four hours of rewriting and discussing with the AI to update each chapter to a state I'm happy with. The payoff is that the AI keeping track of the novel events, characters, plots and threads as I go; trying to keep all that straight and losing focus is a big part of what blocked me last time, so hopefully, once I get to new content things will flow smoothly. --- This work was written and revised by the author with the assistance of a trained AI editor. All final choices, worldbuilding, and character voices were shaped by the author’s intent and hand.

Rosalie Lockwood isn’t like anyone else. Born a rare witch-werewolf hybrid—something that shouldn’t even exist—she’s been treated as an outcast despite her loving family. In a world where witches and werewolves protect humans from the monsters of the night, Rose must prove herself. At seventeen, every witch and werewolf faces a rite of passage: their first kill. Defeat a monster, gain your mark, and step fully into your power. But Rose’s path is different—she must pass tests for both species. Her challenge leads her to a wendigo, but she’s not alone. Helping her is Daniel Ivanov—a handsome, charismatic vampire whose presence stirs something she can’t ignore. Despite herself, Rose kills the wendigo and earns her mark. Yet the connection she feels with Daniel is undeniable. He’s her mate—a bond thought impossible for a hybrid. While Daniel wants to explore the pull between them, Rose resists, determined to keep her focus. But when a serial killer begins murdering couples in their quiet town of Cupid’s Hollow, stealing their hearts, they’re drawn together. United by a shared love for mysteries, Rose and Daniel must uncover the killer’s identity before more lives are lost. As danger mounts, so does the flame between them. In each other, they discover not only the truth behind the murders but also secrets about themselves—secrets that could change their world forever.

"Things have happened to change me Ava." Between fighting her pride, against her feeling for this man,and the desire to revenge Alfred—her son's near death experience, Ava Moore, chose revenge. It was the only thing she wanted to do to this spawn of the, devil—Marcus Thompson. First,she would show him, she too can work hard to fame. From being a cleaner ,to a multibillionaire CEO like him, and foot the medical bills of her son—alone. Then, she would starve him of what he wants to know—That he was everything she shouldn't want. She would date Frodd ,his business rival , and watch him bleed with envy. Two things Marcus Thompson hated—A shallow mind and a haughty heart. Two things he loved—Ava and BlueBird. For BlueBird, it was his life. His sweat. His luck. His wealth. His multibillion dollars tech company, he built from scratch, topping Forbes list for ten years. For Ava, he was hopelessly addicted to her and her son. He must however, convince her that the accident he had in Baltimore, before they met, changed something in him and that the Merrick she loves in NewYork is the Marcus she hated in Baltimore. Worse still, he needs to investigate who tried to kill him and drown BlueBird, Frodd, his arch-enemy, or Lucas, his cousin.

When the Wall of Velmara falls—its ancient blood magic shattered—the human kingdom collapses into ruin. Aurelia, a girl marked by fate and feared for her violet eyes, is taken by her father in a desperate attempt to hide her from the horrors awakening beyond the ruins. Survival comes at a price. In a world where dark creatures walk in human form and power commands loyalty, Aurelia is sold to Tenebrarum Mortifer, a terrifying and mysterious ruler of the Shadow Dominion. He is not fully human, but not entirely monster—a being built of beauty and danger. Aurelia enters his domain, where nightmares breathe, shadows obey, and secrets whisper through every corridor. She soon discovers that nothing about her past is as it seems. Caught between a brother’s corruption, a demon’s power, and a destiny she never asked for, Aurelia must decide what she will become: a sacrifice, a pawn of the shadows, or something far more dangerous. Welcome to Aurelia’s world—where power is earned, loyalty is fragile, and darkness does not always mean evil.

My boyfriend is a police officer who can defuse bombs faster than I can defuse mines in video games. And I am a lawyer trainee who lost his memory after a free first date explosion. Everyone around me said he and I were the perfect couple. Unfortunately, I looked at him like he was an alien, not even asking about his name, let alone a passionate love affair. But it seems like he's starting to doubt this "new person" of mine. Maybe because I used to be gentle and ladylike, but now... The other day, I held a glass of wine and "competed" with a bunch of thugs. He opened his eyes wide and said: "Hey... You know how to fight?" The other day, I carried a child's wooden gun, loaded it "clack clack" like a professional, and he turned pale: "You... You know how to shoot?" I scratched my head, bewildered: "Huh, do I just know how to cry?" He sighed: "I thought you were a useless lawyer." I also said to myself: "I also thought I was a useless lawyer!" So a "girly" lawyer like me suddenly received an email "falling from the sky" from some mysterious organization. "Thank you for your hard work in gaining the subject's trust, the next reserve fund has already been transferred." I was about to reply to the email when the sender's address disappeared without a trace. Then one day my bank account jumped to nine figures. I was completely frozen. This money... seems a bit wrong! It's definitely not the salary of a weak lawyer!

Ivy Cross, a young doctor in the midst of surgery, wakes up in the midst of another world. Having died, she was given another chance, whether she liked it or not. Trapped in this new world, she had been tasked with a mission. Save the Beastworld. An epidemic had started, something brewing in the shadows. Ivy utilises her medical skills, along with her new medic system, to save the beast people, and in turn, also gains multiple suitors. Her saviour bonded with her without her knowing, and now she had a mate. She did not know what it entailed. Was she going to give her heart to this strange man who saved her or run away from her problems? [Please understand this story will have R18]

She wanted to be a hero. Now she's becoming a hoe. Allison Kane has dreamed of joining the Justice Vanguard her whole life. When her acceptance letter finally arrives, she's ready to fight villains, save the world, and prove she has what it takes to be a real hero. But inside the Fortress of Justice, Allison discovers a world she never expected. Revealing costumes designed by lecherous tailors. Brutal training sessions that strip away more than just her defences. And a culture where superpowered desires run as wild as the powers themselves. Her boyfriend Mark is supportive, loyal, and waiting for her at home. But Mark doesn't have powers. He can't give her what she's starting to crave. And when cocky archer Bullseye makes his intentions clear, when shy werewolf Jake shows her his primal side, when even her fellow sidekicks reveal their open arrangements, Allison faces a choice she never saw coming. Can she keep her two worlds separate? Or will her hunger for super-powered pleasure destroy the one relationship that's always been her anchor? In a world where anything done in the Fortress stays in the Fortress, Allison is about to learn that the hardest person to save might be herself. Slutty Sidekick is an explicit superhero erotica featuring a female protagonist, multiple partners, NTR themes, and a heroine's descent into forbidden desire. If you love superpowers mixed with super-charged passion, get it now.

She was supposed to marry a man of her choice. Instead, she was sold to the devil. Isabella Romano has lived a sheltered life, her innocence untouched by the mafia empire her father secretly serves. But when a deal goes wrong, she’s forced into the arms of Damian Moretti, the cold, ruthless heir to the most feared mafia family in Italy. To Damian, she is collateral. A pawn in his bloody game. To Isabella, he is a nightmare, dangerous, merciless, and heartbreakingly magnetic. But the more she resists, the more he wants her. And the more he claims her, the more she begins to see the man beneath the monster. In a world of bullets and betrayals, can love bloom… or will innocence burn in the fire of the mafia? One signature changed her life forever. Isabella Romano never thought her wedding day would be a death sentence. Forced to marry Damian Moretti the infamous mafia heir known as “Il Lupo” (the Wolf) she’s thrust into a world of power, violence, and dangerous secrets. Damian doesn’t believe in love. He believes in loyalty, obedience, and control. But his new bride is none of those things. She’s soft where he’s hard, honest where he’s ruthless, and innocent where he’s damned. Every night is a battlefield. Every kiss is a war. And as enemies circle, Isabella must decide: Will she escape the devil… or fall in love with him? “You belong to me now, Isabella. Body, heart, and soul.” Her father sold her. The mafia claimed her. And now, she is trapped as the bride of Damian Moretti, the man known for spilling blood without blinking. She swore she would never love him. But what happens when her heart betrays her? The Mafia’s Innocent Bride is a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance filled with obsession, betrayal, danger, and a love so forbidden it could burn the world.

She was a bride on her wedding day. By morning, she was a slave in chains. Aurelia’s world ends the moment it should’ve begun. Her wedding dress still clings to her skin when demons slaughter her husband and drag her from everything she’s ever loved. Sold at auction like cattle, her worth is measured in gold—not screams. And her buyer? He is Tenebrarum Mortifer—the demon whose name turns kings to ash. Cold. Cruel. Untouchable. He didn’t buy her for love. He bought her to break her. But Aurelia does not shatter. Her grief becomes fire. Her hatred, a blade. And the more she resists, the more the monster who owns her begins to unravel. What began as torment twists into something far more dangerous. She was meant to be his plaything. Now, she’s the one breaking him. --- In a kingdom ruled by demons, where broken girls burn brighter than magic—can a soul forged in grief ignite a love even hell can’t destroy? Add to your library, dive into the pages, and prepare to embrace the captivating world of Aurelia. A Small Announcement, My Dear Readers I know many of you have been following this story and waiting for more, and I cannot thank you enough for the love you’ve shown me so far. Unfortunately, due to Webnovel’s rules, I cannot continue publishing under the same submission. But don’t worry—this is not the end. The story you love is simply being reborn under a new title and new cover. Think of it as Aurelia herself—forced to shed her past but stepping forward with even greater strength. The new title will be: Bride of the Demon Prince It is still our story: Aurelia, Julius, Kaelen, the palace shadows, the forbidden love, the dangerous obsession… everything continues exactly as before. Only the name has changed. If you’ve ever loved someone silently—like Fira loved Julius—you know how fragile and precious devotion can be. That same devotion is what I feel for this story, and I won’t let it die here. This book will be deleted soon... Please follow me to the new book, so we can continue this journey together. Your support means more than you’ll ever know. With love and gratitude. M.F

Sarah a talented chef at Delightful restaurant, works tirelessly to make ends meet. Her culinary skills are her passion, and she takes pride in every dish she creates. However, her life is about to take a dramatic turn. The restaurant receives an unexpected opportunity to cater the Ethan family's welcome home party for their son, Alex - a world-renowned celebrity who has relocated from Italy to his hometown in America. As fate would have it, Sarah and Alex cross paths at the party, and their encounter sparks a chain of events that will forever alter the course of her life. In a surprising move, Alex proposes a contract marriage, and Sarah finds herself at a crossroads. As they navigate the complexities of their arrangement, they must confront their own feelings and the consequences of their decision. How will their lives unfold under the scrutiny of the public eye? Will their partnership be a mere facade, or will it blossom into something more? Dive into the world of love, fame, and deception to find out how their story ends.

A US female soldier died after she was hospitalized after the terrorist attack on September 11 She was reincarnated in Naruto's world

To save her sister from a monster, Elara Vance became one.Chloe Vance’s life was a nightmare, trapped in the shadows of her abusive brother-in-law, Daniel. But the night her older sister, Elara, walks in on Daniel’s brutal assault, the nightmare explodes. In a single, defiant act, Elara kills him, and the two sisters are left with a body and a future soaked in blood.Calling the police is a death sentence. Instead, Elara calls a man from their father’s past—a name whispered in the city’s darkest corners.Damien.A man who doesn’t solve problems, he erases them.Damien arrives, a chilling predator in a bespoke suit, and agrees to clean up their mess. But his price isn't money. It's Chloe.Torn from the wreckage, Chloe becomes Damien’s collateral, his prisoner in a gilded cage. He is a captor who tends to her wounds, a savior who brands her with his touch. In the suffocating safety of his world, a dangerous attraction ignites between them,a desperate, consuming bond born from shared trauma.But Daniel’s death was just the beginning. He was a spider in a web of darkness, and now his enemies are coming for the sisters. Chloe soon learns she wasn't just a random victim; she was a pawn in a war she never knew existed. And Damien, the man who saved her, might have been her enemy’s target all along.Now, Chloe must decide if she can trust the monster who holds her leash, or if she’ll be consumed by the darkness he’s determined to unleash within her.

Chen Xinyu, a young disciple of the Verdant Cloud Sect, carries a hidden mark and a past shrouded in secrets. With his master’s guidance and his companions by his side, he walks the arduous path of cultivation, seeking strength and meaning in a world full of trials. Hua Ling, the enigmatic crown prince of the demon realm, treads a path seemingly opposite to Xinyu’s. When their worlds collide, enmity gives way to an unlikely bond—one forged through rivalry, trust, and a friendship that defies boundaries. As their fates intertwine, the line between friend and foe blurs, and the journey of cultivation becomes a test not only of strength, but of heart

Transmigrated into a fantasy world? Check. You know the world? Check. It’s a world filled with superpowers? Check. Do you have the chance of getting those powers? Check, Transmigrated into the world of Naruto? Check. Got some of that totally broken Ōtsutsuki blood? Check! Sure sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? Well, let's not put the list down just yet. Transmigrated as an Uchiha? Nope. Guess I won’t have to worry about Itachi. Transmigrated as Kaguya Ōtsutsuki herself? The mother of chakra? The big bad last boss? Fucked hell yes! Transmigrated as Kaguya Ōtsutsuki just as she gets sealed into the moon? Check… Is there a refund policy here? No? So what, I have to stay sealed up in total darkness for a thousand years, then get released and beat around and killed in 10 minutes last by a bunch of edgy kids? Yeah? Well fuck you! Because that’s not happening! I am Kaguya fucking Ōtsutsuki! And I won’t get beaten by edgelord 2000 and talks my enemies to death kid! Whatever it will take, I will get out, and I will prove to everyone that Kaguya Ōtsutsuki, isn’t some shitty let down of a final villain! Also, learn from me, get daughters… because sons are just not worth the effort, unless it’s the youngest son, always love your youngest child, get rid of the others, nothing but trouble.

"I'm not impressed." He said and Kalina guessed the laughter in his words. "Still." She returned, trying to match his amusement and completely failing. That man had a knack for annoying her, that was for sure. ¿Why? Kalina didn't know for sure. She felt a little stupid about the discovery, but there was something else. Something attracted her to him, that was undeniable.

When he came to this world, many familiar stories had not yet begun-Sleeping Beauty had not yet been born, the magic lamp was buried deep in the treasury, Snow White's father had just married a new wife, and the little mermaid was still playing with her sisters in the sea; the country of Oz in the center of the desert had never welcomed a girl named Dorothy. Then, he came-the magician of miracles and wishes. … Many years later, even illiterate children have heard this legend: If you are in the darkest abyss, or have the most ardent wishes in your heart. In the remote dense forests and lonely mountains, you may see the handsome boy in a long robe. He is an omnipotent wizard, a prophet who knows everything, a wise man respected by kings, and a mentor of legendary heroes! He once gave Pinocchio life and gave the mermaid an immortal soul. The princess and the beggar had prayed to him. ....................................................................................... To access the advanced chapter, visit Patreon:- patreon.com/fanfictionstories419 ....................................................................................... This is a translation

As a young lady from a very humble beginning, after marrying her crush, a man of her dreams, Ishtar thought that life was smoothly moving exactly how she calculated, not until another woman _ the true love of her husband resurfaced. And now, once a calm way of life, filled with a beautiful love story and legit wealth, along the way became a tough game of survival for her. When hush life tides kicked her out of her marriage with a three days old new-born _ all the way to finding herself become an assassin when she's left with amnesia and she cannot remember how she got hurt, only heavens were to have her back.

I know only four class of wolves, (Alphas, Betas, Gammas & Omegas). I am a “Beta”, the second strongest class in the pack and my name is Akira and I am the daughter of the Alpha of my pack. There is a certain disease. Many wolves suffer it every year and only a few survive. We don’t know what is causing it and the cure This all changed when the stranger came to Night walker pack. “Blizzard” was accepted as one of us, he looked like us and behaved like us but was nothing like us. He never grew old, he is almost immortal, the only thing that can kill him is “VRYTIN” (an ancient metal). After my fated mate rejected me, I fell in love with “Blizzard” or should I say I was manipulated? I knew so little about “Blizzard”, my second chance mate yet I said I loved him. I have always been sort after and my beauty is undebatable, with beauty comes pride and my pride didn’t allow me listen to “Frost” and “Ares”. Love is a feeling others say it is a force. I have never felt like this before, I guess we all have our destined mate and when you meet that person you can never go back. The force will draw you, the feelings will make you do things you never knew you would do. Love conquers all but when you love blindly, there is no telling the sort of trouble that awaits you. How did all these happen? delve in with me to find out.