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She was drowning in poverty. He was paralyzed by grief. Emily Greene is barely surviving, working multiple jobs to care for her sick mother and seven-year-old daughter. When billionaire Victor Hawthorne offers her an impossible salary to be his caregiver, she can't refuse. Even if the wheelchair-bound recluse treats her like the enemy. Victor Hawthorne spent five years building walls no one could breach. The last thing he needs is a compassionate woman who sees past his cruelty to the broken man beneath. But when his company's board demands they need stability by him getting married or lose everything, he makes Emily an offer, become his wife in name only. Three years. No emotions. Just business. What begins as a cold transaction transforms into something neither expected. As Victor learns to walk again, both physically and emotionally. Emily discovers a strength she never knew she had. But when shadows from his past supposedly return and betrayal threatens to destroy them, Emily must build her own empire and Victor must prove he's worthy of a second chance. Because real love is never just business.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT I was eight when my world burned. My family was slaughtered; my home was reduced to ash. And the ones responsible? Gone. All they left behind was a black bandana embroidered with a nightshade thorn—a symbol of death. For ten years, I trained in the shadows. I became a weapon. Now, my hunt leads me to Prestige Supernatural Academy (PSA), the most elite werewolf school in the world—a place ruled by four Alpha heirs with too much power, arrogance, and dark desires. The night I arrive, I cross paths with Dristan, Kai, and Axel—heirs to the East, North, and West Alpha Kings. Arrogant. Vicious. Gods among wolves. They see me as nothing. A weak, powerless stray. They humiliate me, taunt me, overpower me— making me want to rip them apart. So, I make a vow: I’ll destroy them before they ever get the chance to destroy me. Then, on the eve of my 18th birthday, the Blood Moon rises. My wolf awakens. My power surges. And fate? That cruel, twisted bitch shackles me to all three of them. Mates. I want to reject them. I burn for them instead. And when I meet Xade, the wicked, silver-tongued heir to the Middle Belt Alpha King, the final bond snaps into place. Four possessive, dominant, and dangerously irresistible alphas. One vengeful, unbreakable wolf. And a deadly secret tying them to my past. Loving them could destroy me. Hating them could kill me. But in the end… who will ruin whom? And, fuck—why does my traitorous body want all four of them to do it? *************** “Say it.” Dristan’s voice was smooth and controlled in a way that promised devastation underneath. I swallowed hard, my pulse hammering as he cornered me against the desk. Kai was behind me, his warmth pressing into my back, his breath teasing my neck. Axel leaned in, lips curved in a sinful smirk, his hazel green eyes dark with amusement. “Say it, sweetheart. Say you don’t want us and we’ll let you be—maybe.” I clenched my fists. I wanted to tell them to fuck off—but my traitorous body? It was already betraying me.  My skin burned. My heart raced. My thighs clenched against the insufferable ache they caused just by existing. I lifted my chin, ignoring the heat curling low in my stomach. “I don’t—” “Liar.” The single word came from Xade, who had been silent until now. He was sitting in the professor’s chair, his crystal blue eyes burning into mine. He didn’t have to touch me. His voice alone was enough to undo me. He smirked, tilting his head. “You can fight it all you want, little wolf. But we can smell it.” Axel’s fingers traced the pulse at my throat. “Your heart’s pounding.” Kai’s lips brushed my ear. “Your body’s betraying you, love.” Dristan exhaled slowly, his gaze locked onto mine like a predator savouring its prey. “Your scent doesn’t lie, mate.” Fuck. My entire body was on fire. My legs trembled. My wolf purred in my head, eager to submit. I wouldn’t. I couldn’t. So, I did the only thing I could—I shoved Axel back, spun around, and tried to escape. I didn’t make it. Kai grabbed my wrist, yanking me back into his chest. I gasped, my palms slamming against his rock-solid torso. His golden eyes burned into mine. “Where do you think you’re going?” Axel was behind me now, his fingers sliding under my jaw, forcing my head up. “We’re not done with you, sweetheart.” Dristan smirked. “Not even close, mate.” "We're just getting started," Xade drawled. I was trapped. Caged. And the worst part? I didn’t want to run. ***************** Disclaimer: Cover mine, kindly do not use or replicate. Instagram: Baevidaa Join me on Discord: https://discord.gg/68t5Pv3Gmn BaeVida#7176

Wish thought that if she ever got a second chance at life, she would at least wake up in a better story. A spoiled princess. A doomed villainess on the path to redemption. A heroine adored by powerful husbands. Anything would have been fine. That’s how stories were supposed to work. Instead, fate—and whatever twisted cosmic editor writes destinies—casts her in the one role she should never have been reborn into: the fat, ugly, unwanted maiden chosen for sacrifice. She awakens in a body mocked by her tribe, pitied by her parents, and avoided by every man. In a world where beast forms define worth, hers is a joke—a puff-fluff fox, a useless cotton cloud that couldn’t frighten a butterfly. Worse still, She is the doomed extra whose sole purpose was to die during the Mating Moon Ritual—her death the trigger that allowed the real female lead, a beautiful, weak princess, to earn the devotion of the four almighty beast deities. Except Wish doesn’t die. And her survival breaks everything. The plot stutters. Events twist. Characters act wrong. The world itself seems to notice her refusal to disappear—and begins trying to correct the mistake. Now hunted by fate and trapped in a society where beauty is worshipped, mating marks define destiny, and the weak are meant to be sacrificed, Wish is given one impossible condition for survival: She must derail the story completely. The only way to do that is to draw the attention of the four beings the world revolves around—creatures meant to be untouchable, distant, and divine. One is bound to her by a ritual that should have killed her. One meets her with hostility instead of fate. One sees her existence as a threat that must be erased. One should be incapable of feeling anything at all. They were never meant to notice her. The story was never meant to let her live. So how is she supposed to survive a world that measures worth by beauty and power, when she is fat, unwanted, powerless—and armed with nothing but a useless fluffy fox? Can she break the story that wants her dead? Or will she die exactly as the plot demands?

Caspian Shade was manipulated and used for his talent during the apocalypse. He died pathetically and regresses to one year before the start of the apocalypse. He swore to get his revenge but soon finds out that the circumstances surrounding his manipulation and death wasn't as simple as it seems. Blessed with a talent which it's true nature challenged the very laws of existence. watch as Caspian builds his empire from his very first planet to the cosmos. Reigning eternally as the Supreme Gold Sovereign.

Jiang Chen never expected to find himself in a world of cultivation, let alone as a core disciple of a famous sect. Destined to play the villain’s role, his future was full of trouble. He had plotted against the protagonist, crippling his dantian and turning him into a disgraced outcast, barely holding onto his place in the sect. If not for a surprising twist, Jiang Chen’s story might have ended as a small chapter in the protagonist’s grand journey. Understanding how risky his position was, Jiang Chen gave a sly grin. Alone, he thought to himself: 'Is the protagonist strong? No doubt about it. But am I afraid? Definitely not. Why? Because I have the Immortal Great Villain System!' Then he paused, his expression changing slightly. 'Wait… there’s more than one protagonist?' Instead of feeling worried, his grin grew wider. 'Well, isn’t that perfect?' With a sharp glint in his eyes, Jiang Chen made a bold declaration to himself: 'As the ultimate Great Villain, I’ll defy Heaven’s will and stand at the top!'

A reincarnated adventure inside the DC universe and potentially beyond. It stars John Smith, later Jane Smith. It's a gender-bender power fantasy written by someone who just learned to write. In the depths of her mind, she struggles with her place in life and her beliefs. She will fight against gods, heroes, and villains alike, standing by her principles rather than the values of others. She'll grow into a dominant force of nature but still has her humanity binding her in place. She'll confront injustice and overcome difficult tasks with ease, but beneath her effortless activity, she'll struggle with her own self-worth. Jane Smith will either thrive in her new environment or deteriorate from it; her destiny is endless and blank. She'll either become an honorable warrior or a monster that only knows destruction. Whatever happens is her choice, leading her to a path of ruin or fortune. --- Grammar, punctuation, and tenses were corrected with AI, but all the words written by me remained unchanged. --- All of this is a work of fiction and all characters aside from my own belong to their respective works. Any and all characters and settings are purely imaginative and don't correlate to real life events. --- What to expect: Gender-Bender MC to Female No Romance (for the MC) Action Power Progression Drama World Hopping Plot Holes (Maybe) Massive DC AU

Having once been a celebrated warrior, he spent his last days overwhelmed by the burden of conflict, experiencing remorse, despair, and a profound sense of emptiness from a soul ravaged by the terrors he had seen. In obscurity, he passed away, a person whose inner self had long departed. However, passing was not the conclusion. The Infinite Creator, though invisible yet ever-present, granted him another opportunity, transforming him into something greater than his previous self. He is revived in another world, awakening as Lythion, an insignificant herder located in a humble community. In this realm, creatures such as succubi, vampires, terrifying undead, and gigantic beings wander freely. Moreover, he is guided by a mysterious System, presenting challenges and missions exclusively tailored for him. Nonetheless, these ordeals surpass mere warfare; each triumph and encounter compels him to recuperate the sentiments he had forfeited: bravery, happiness, affection, sorrow, and even optimism itself. As Lythion reclaims each feeling, he develops greater strength, unlocking abilities intricately connected to the core of his being. Lythion transitions from a shepherd to a fighter, from fractured to complete, confronting deceit, illicit cravings, and the overwhelming responsibility of leadership. By regaining the entirety of his humanity, he can rise not just in dominance, but also in the chance for genuine rebirth. “Authority is not freely handed out; it’s earned by devotion… attained through the spirit, innermost self, and the struggles known only to oneself. ”

From this: “I’ve slept with every woman in this house. What will it take to get that divorce, Brianna? Do I have to go after your mother next?" To this: “I don’t want anyone if it’s not you, my dear wife.” Brianna thought her nightmare was finally over the night she made her abusive, cheating husband fall to his death. But when he woke up in the hospital, smiling at her with tender eyes and calling her “the most beautiful woman he’s ever met”… she knew something was terribly wrong. This wasn’t the man who humiliated her, mocked her, and destroyed her name. Now, her deadbeat husband has become a possessive, seductive, and obsessed doting stranger—one who claims he’ll cherish her forever. . . [Excerpt] He watched the wine soak into her cleavage, ruining her silk into a transparent dress. The moment a napkin was pulled towards her cleavage, the sound of bone creaking was heard! "I wouldn't," Lucian’s voice was a low, guttural warning as he crushed the stranger's wrist. "Unless you’re looking to lose that hand." He pulled Brianna's waist against his back, pinning her with dark and predatory eyes. "You’re a mess, Brianna. But at least the wine matches your loud personality. Now stay behind me. I don't like other men staring at my woman." . . From deadbeat to doting, her husband has changed overnight. But if he isn’t the man she married… then something is wrong with her husband! . . What to Expect: [Face-Slapping] Watch the "Goddess" put her toxic in-laws in their place. [Hidden Truths] A "paralyzed" CEO who isn't as broken as he claims to be. [Dark Romance] From a "marriage of convenience" to a "deadly obsession." [Strong Female Lead] A brilliant doctor who knows exactly where to cut. . . Author’s Note/WSA Appeal: If you are looking for a story with a cold-blooded yet possessive CEO, a genius female lead who takes matters into her own hands, and a 'he falls first but she falls harder' dynamic with a twist—then this book is for you! This book is participating in the WSA 2026! If you enjoyed the first few chapters, please support me by adding this to your Library, leaving a Review, and voting with your Power Stones and Golden Tickets, Gifts are appreciated too! Your support helps this "Goddess" climb the ranks!

Ten years ago, mana descended upon Earth in the form of Gates that opened into other worlds. These Gates contained Magical Beasts of unfathomable strength and power that preyed upon humans and sought the destruction of everything around them. But along with the Gates, humans gained the power of Gifts—super abilities that allowed them to fight back against the monsters and take back their world. Now, the Superhumans with Gifts are tasked with defending the people and ensuring that the Gates, which open all over the world, do not bring about the end of them all. ... Jason Marc was just your regular seventeen-year-old high school student whose father abandoned him ten years ago. He worked two part-time jobs while also helping his mom with her diner to aid with the finances, but he could have never guessed that his entire world would change on the eve of his eighteenth birthday. Now, with more power than any one man should possess and an army at his beck and call, Jason works toward protecting those close to him while finding out the truth behind the emergence of the Gates—and preventing the end of the world.

Pirate Ren, an alien among the Celestial Dragons, swung his sword day after day just to become stronger. Naruto Ren, traveling through the chaotic Warring States Period, escorted Uzumaki Mito on her journey to marry into the Senju clan. Detective Ren, a brilliant scientist within the Black organization, devoted himself to tireless research and invention, all for the sake of the group’s rise. They each struggled, endured, and fought to grow stronger—until they finally reached the heights of the world’s most powerful. But at the end of it all, every version of Ren shared the same bewildered expression. Why did their golden finger take so long to arrive? ******* This is a Tranlsation. 同时穿越，金手指来的太晚了 ****** This is Fast Pace Fanfic with no in depth story telling. It is best for casual read. Also has Harem. ********** Please support me on my patreon and read upto 20 early chapters. patreon.com/PirateKing24

Foxtail pen's classic novel 'Shrouded Seascape' has now officially published on WebNovel！ About its Copyright: The copyright of 'Shrouded Seascape' fully belongs to qidian.com. At the same time, being the international branch of qidian.com, WebNovel has the official authority and consent to publish the English translated version of 'Shrouded Seascape' . ---------------------------------- In the dark and mysterious underground abyss, with its eerie islands and monstrous abnormalities, humans are not the protagonists in this ghostly place; madness and death hold sway. The humble prayers to those deep-sea beings only prolong the torturous existence of these pitiable creatures, gradually deforming in the darkness. To reclaim the former glory of humanity, one must steer a steamship with a resolve to die, plunging into the abyssal sea!

This story takes place 2 years before the Harry potter book started, Leo Lee’s first year at Hogwarts is supposed to be simple: learn magic, make friends, survive exams. Instead, it becomes a quiet test of identity, resilience, and belonging. Sorted into Hufflepuff, Leo quickly gains a reputation—not only for his academic brilliance, artistic talent, and love of music, but for something rarer: emotional intelligence. As a Metamorphmagus, Leo can change his appearance at will, yet what truly sets him apart is how deeply he feels and observes the world around him. Across a year marked by fierce house rivalries, mounting academic pressure, and moments of prejudice that cut deeper than curses, Leo finds strength in friendship—especially with Cedric Diggory and their close-knit circle—and unwavering support from his fiercely loyal family. When power is abused and silence is expected, Leo must decide what kind of wizard he wants to become. Year One is a character-driven story about growing up different in a world that notices, about kindness that refuses to be weakness, and about learning that sometimes the bravest magic is simply remaining yourself.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!Ahmet's laughter was like a slap in the face. "You think you're in a position to negotiate with me?" he sneered. "I don't think so, Asli. You'll do what I say, or suffer the consequences. Do you want more time to outsmart me? No.” She could play his game. She certainly could do that before she finally killed him. A mischievous grin formed on her lips. "What would you gain from sleeping with me?" she asked, trying to keep her tone neutral. "You're not exactly known for your romantic conquests. And we're rivals, not to mention the fact that our families would kill us if they found out." She paused, her eyes narrowing. "So, what's the real motive here? What could you possibly gain from this?" There was a pause on the other end of the line, and for a moment, Asli wondered if she had caught him off guard. But then, Ahmet's smooth voice came back, dripping with confidence. "I’m glad to know you are well-informed about my romantic conquests. Let's just say, Asli, that I have my reasons. And as for what I'd gain… well, that's for me to know and you to find out." His tone sent a shiver down her spine, and she knew she had to tread carefully. She wasn’t going to win this against him. “Show me what proof you have and I will give in to your demands.” With that, she hung up the call, feeling a small sense of satisfaction at being the one to end the conversation this time. She was the only woman in the male-dominated Mafia world. Did he think he could subdue her so easily?

Waking up in the Marvel Universe is a death sentence for most, but for one soul, it’s a promotion. Transmigrated into the body of Harry Osborn, he inherits more than just a billion-dollar legacy and a brilliant, sociopathic father.....he inherits the power meant for another. After an accident at a genetics lab, the spider bite intended for Peter Parker finds a different host. Now, Harry possesses the proportional strength of an arachnid combined with the limitless resources of Oscorp. The world expects a hero, but Harry isn't interested in playing by the rules of sacrifice and guilt. Utilizing his "meta-knowledge" and a genius intellect that intimidates even Norman Osborn, he begins building a global power base from the shadows. From engineering high-tech "Black Ops" suits to recruiting a team of "assets" like Felicia Hardy, Harry is rewriting the script of the MCU. The Avengers are assembling, HYDRA is rising, a purple potato is waiting patiently and the multiverse is thinning. In a world of gods and monsters, the most dangerous man isn't the one in a cape, it’s the one who owns the company. "Being a hero is for those who can't afford to lead. I’m an Osborn. I don’t save the world; I own it." -------------------------------------------------- #smartmc #kingdombuilding #Antihero

One minute, I'm Emily, a totally normal girl scrolling Webnovel in the middle of the night. The next? I wake up mid-escape, chained, soaked in rain, running for my life from slave traders. Turns out, I've been isekai'd into the body of Roxanne Valtoria, the illegitimate princess of the Crysvale Empire. Hidden bloodline? Check. Doomed to be framed as the empire's greatest villainess. Double check. And the cherry on top: executed by the cold, untouchable Duke who "saves" me first. In the novel I obsessed over, Roxanne is manipulated into cruelty by her jealous stepsister, Princess Arabella, the real schemer hiding behind sweet smiles and fake innocence. Blamed for deadly mana reductions, betrayed by everyone, and beheaded for treason. But I'm not going down like that. Armed with plot knowledge and zero chill, I'll flip the script: expose the true villain, awaken my imperial power, and survive the duke's icy gaze. Who knew changing a death flag could come with a groveling duke, endless pampering, and a throne I never asked for?

Summer’s marriage to Gideon had been nothing short of a fairytale. Their days were filled with joy and peace until one incident ruined everything completely. The man she loved the most accused her of cheating. ======= “Who is the father of the child?” Gideon thundered, squeezing her shoulders. His crushing grip made her wince in pain and fear. “It’s yours. Why won’t you believe me?” “I wanted to. But these reports tell different story.” He threw the paternity test reports at her. “Hope is not my child?” The ground shattering revelation rattled Summer. She tried everything to save this marriage, but it didn’t turn well. Hidden conspiracy and betrayal tore her world apart, costing her everything, including her own life. The moment she thought it was over, she found herself gone back in time. She had been reborn. Armed with the knowledge of what was to come, she vowed to protect herself and her family. ====== “Since I’ve been given a second chance, I’ll not let the history to repeat.” She thought she would stay far away from Gideon, but fate had other plans. He appeared in front of her again six years later. This time, he didn’t want to kill her. He wanted to trap her, torment her, and own her. Would Summer let him ruin her again? Would she be able to change her fate this time? “In this life, you can never escape me,” Gideon hissed. Summer looked into his eyes coldly. “We ended things six years ago. I’ll never let you crawl back into my life again.” Pinching her chin, he declared, “No one can stop me from reclaiming you, not even you.”

She woke up in a body that didn’t belong to her,and in a deal she couldn’t escape. Reborn, she discovers that death didn’t free her. It trapped her in a dangerous arrangement with a man who watches her like she’s still his. Desire was never part of the plan. Obsession was.

They called her wolf-less, a disgrace, a curse. The girl who killed her twin brother and brought shame to her pack. For seventeen years, she endured nothing but hatred—from her Alpha, her pack and even from her own biological mother. She has been beaten down, enslaved, and unloved. Yet she never broke. Until her first heat led her into where she wasn't supposed to be. That night, she met him. Lucian. The beast king who had slumbered for so many years. Cold. Ruthless. Deadly and the worst part starved. He drained her blood for his thirst … and by an unfortunate mistake, marked her as his mate. Now, the bond has awakened a secret no one was meant to know. With the pack baying for her blood and the enemies court hungering for her power, she has only two choices. Bow to fate and become the mate of her sworn enemy… Or burn the world that betrayed her. •♪♪• Hi my name is Isabella and this is my story.

Margaret Thornton’s marriage to Edward Blackwood was never meant to be romantic. It was a transaction—her father’s money in exchange for Edward’s title and the survival of his ancestral estate. Three years later, they live as near strangers, bound by obligation and mutual resentment. When Margaret’s parents arrive for an extended visit, the couple must convincingly pretend to be happily married to protect both pride and financial necessity. Forced into close proximity, old wounds resurface, and the careful distance between them begins to erode. What starts as performance slowly gives way to reluctant understanding, revealing the cost of their bitterness—and the possibility that something real may yet be built from what was never meant to be love.