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“Ruling is the duty of oversight, to oversee instead of create. To govern instead of live. It came with power and prestige, with obligation and responsibility. Soldiers fought and farmers farmed, but to be King is to rule. To maintain the illusion of power one’s forefathers had built. Marcus didn’t care for any of it. He saw magic when he first opened his eyes, and nothing else ever compared. But the King is old and he an only child. Decisions had to be made. Important, hard decisions. No one expected much of him. Not in regards to anything but magic. They were right not to. Until the cube. Until it taught him what life meant for people not born into nobility, and that all his skill with the arcane did not make him immortal. That running from problems did not, in fact, make them go away. Marcus Sepsimus Lannoy—Marcus to the friends he did not have—touched something he should not have on the day he planned to run from his problems.” Inspiration taken from The Menocht Loop, A Practical Guide to Evil and everything else I have ever read in my life. But mostly the first two, though not overly much from either. Concepts and the like. I hope to do them justice. Am I rambling? I feel like I’m rambling.

Enemies To Lovers+ Unfiltered Smut + Billionaire Romance + Strong Female Lead. . . 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 scrumptious 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!

Willow Sheffield suffers a fate worse than death when she is sold as a slave to the cold and cruel Alpha King, Dorian Haywood. Dorian, who is given an ultimatum by the elder council to find himself a luna who would give him an heir to the throne did not expect his mate to turn out to be a lowly slave. Sparks fly when they meet, but the discovery makes Dorian extremely embarrassed and furious and he makes it his mission to break his mate instead of claiming her. Unable to take his horrible behavior anymore, Willow escapes, only for Dorian to track her down years later, and this time, she is stronger and she also has a son who carries the Alpha’s eyes. Now Dorian will fight anyone to make Willow his again. What will Willow do?

Priya always believed she was an ordinary girl—until a terrifying attack at her school reveals the truth. She is a Centurion, a rare human born once every century with immense spiritual energy. Rescued by Bhumi, Forge, and Shiva, members of the legendary Ten Protectors, Priya is thrown into a world of hidden clans, supernatural powers, and ancient secrets. As enemies rise and her destiny unfolds, Priya must decide: stay the frightened girl she was, or become the protector she was meant to be

Liu Kai Ying is a senior manager known for her cold precision and absolute control. At twenty-eight, she has everything—wealth, authority, and a reputation that keeps people at a distance. Emotions are inefficiencies she learned long ago to suppress. Chen Le Xin, a twenty-five-year-old project manager, meets her as an equal—and a problem. Sharp, unyielding, and quietly stubborn, Le Xin refuses to bend under Kai Ying’s authority. Their professional rivalry is immediate, intense, and personal. When a critical project is sabotaged from within, Kai Ying and Le Xin are forced into close collaboration under relentless pressure. Fourteen exhausting hours strip away pretense, revealing competence, integrity, and unexpected care. When Le Xin collapses from exhaustion, Kai Ying’s controlled world fractures—and she chooses action over authority, finishing their work and protecting her without a word. What begins as reluctant respect deepens into something far more dangerous: want. Kai Ying’s fear of losing control manifests as quiet jealousy and emotional withdrawal, while Le Xin struggles between patience and self-protection. Distance, accidents, sleepless nights, and unspoken feelings test them repeatedly, as fate seems determined to keep them apart. Alongside them, two unlikely souls grow closer—Xiao Lan, Kai Ying’s reserved assistant, and Wong Tian Rong, a charismatic bar owner whose persistence is matched only by her sincerity. Their slow-burning connection mirrors the main couple’s journey toward trust and choice. In a story driven not by grand gestures but deliberate decisions, love becomes something neither power nor fear can dictate. Kai Ying learns to soften without surrendering herself, and Le Xin learns that being chosen—fully and freely—is worth the wait. Set against boardrooms, late-night bars, and quiet domestic spaces, this is a GL romance about restraint, growth, and the courage to choose love every day.

Kalypso "Kali" Brunn was searching. He was trying to find someone he once knew well, someone he'd lost without even realizing. Kali needed the man who could wholeheartedly love himself and the company of others yet live happily, even alone. That someone wouldn't need another leading their life, completely shaping every thought he had, each action he performed, and the emotions he'd felt. He simply had to see that man's lost smile once more, a smile so true and pure, and he believed the Black Manor was the best place to look. It was the perfect home for Kali to find himself again. A peaceful, private, and honest(deceptively so) abode for him to relax and heal in. It seemingly had the most perfect conditions. The only downside of the new arrangement would be that he's yet to shake off his loneliness. He's determined to get along with his new housemates, but it's proven to be hard, especially as half of them blatantly ignore him and the other half downright hate his mere presence. But who's to say the future won't change? Perhaps his clumsy, self-deprecating ways will finally garner him some much-needed attention. Maybe they'll see just how much he needs someone to stand by him, even if he happens to claim otherwise for pride's sake... Or suppose they could continue to ignore him until he stays forever stuck in his regrettable past. Kali doesn't want to think about the 'scumbag' he ran away from or the friends that hurt him. They didn't deserve his tears any more than he deserved the emotional turmoil he'd suffered through.

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.”

Lion city, the supposed 'greatest city in the world' For over a century, this place has been the hub for all things in terms of tech and innovation. But for many, it's just the place they live, where they go about their days, dealing with whatever it takes to get through today's set of challenges, including the students on North Lion High School. But when a mysterious set of figures calling themselves gods appear, nineteen students are left with a unique power and one message. Survive the next few weeks until one player is left. So who will awaken their powers, and who will die trying?

Jasmine Towers married billionaire Keith Acland in an arranged marriage meant to benefit two powerful families. There was no love, no romance—and Jasmine accepted it. As the CEO’s wife, she devoted herself to maintaining the perfect image and raising her son to become the rightful heir of the Acland family. Everything collapses when Keith’s former lover returns… with a child she claims is his. Overnight, Jasmine’s position is questioned. Her son’s inheritance is threatened. And the woman who once stood quietly beside her husband is pushed out of her own home. Betrayed by her husband and abandoned by high society, Jasmine is forced into a ruthless battle for survival—where losing means watching her son lose everything. Jasmine must fight to protect her child… and reclaim what was stolen from her.

Claire Benning was turned into a werewolf at just nine years old. Now a teenager destined to become Alpha, she must fight for her pack’s survival while battling love, betrayal, and the dangerous politics of the supernatural world. When Mason—a mysterious lycan with secrets of his own—enters her life, he drags Claire into a web of blackmail, revenge, and deadly power struggles. Every choice she makes could doom her pack… or prove that the greatest threat isn’t the enemies outside, but the Alpha within herself.

Aaron thought he was doomed when he transmigrated to Blue Star—a world eerily like Earth, but steeped in supernatural chaos. On the day of the Awakening Ceremony, where power is everything, he drew a blank. No talent, no hope, just a one-way ticket to mediocrity… or worse. Until BAM! [System Bound Successfully! Host, Welcome to the Lucky Spin System!] With a single spin, Aaron’s fate flips: SSS-rank Lucky Halo unlocked!Another spin? Vampire Primogenitor bloodline acquired! One more? Abyssal Dragon summoned as his ultimate ally! Armed with a system that dishes out game-changing rewards every day, Aaron defies the odds, shocks the world, and claws his way to the top. In a realm ruled by talent, this nobody is rewriting destiny—one lucky spin at a time! join the discord server if you can. promise you won't regret it https://discord.gg/dncyhU4jdu

A teenager from Earth is transmigrated into a chaotic world of heroes, villains, and cosmic forces far beyond his understanding. Waking up in a strange body with no identity, no records, and no safety net, he is forced to claw his way up from the shadows. His only advantage? A Template System—starting with none other than Madara Uchiha. By day, he lives as Max Martinez, a quiet mailman in Star City. By night, he becomes Tobi, a masked menace feared by criminals and pursued by heroes. Every fight, every kill, every close call inches him closer to full synchronization but the question is what will he do with that power.

A little psychopathy never hearts anyone right? even the Gods like crazy. and the system... well the system is the father of them all A little boy dies in the heart of a man. and when the Serpentine Prince awakens in a world ruled by mana and cultivation, he carries one emotion, one regret, and a mind that sees the game before it begins. Nothing in this world will wait for him, and nothing will stand in his way. from Gods of mesopotamia to modern sci-fi. get ready for a ride of a lifetime in a mind of a the serpent prince.

Collin East is a talent agent barely scraping by in the tough world of Hollywood. He’s average, has average clients, average luck, and an average career that has no clear direction. Until one morning, everything changes. Collin wakes up with a bizarre and unbelievable power. He can see floating words above people's heads. Words that reveal true and innate talents. “Romance Box Office Hit Actor,” “Master Director Of Comedy,” “Talk Show King,” “Olympic Gold Sprinter.” Suddenly, the nobodies around him shine with potential only he can see. Armed with this supernatural insight, Collin sets out to transform the entertainment industry from the inside out. He discovered an aspiring actor flipping pizzas, an unknown director with a vision that could make everyone laugh, a singer on a subway platform who could top the Billboard 100. [This novel has 65 advanced chapters on Patreon.] Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/Puji_maki

I’m your average girl—well, *was*—who spends most of her days buried in CEO romance novels. Yeah, I know, *so cliche*, right? But hey, we all have our guilty pleasures. So, what about work, you ask? Well, my job made it easy to read the day away as long as I got my tasks done by the end of the day. Sounds perfect, right? Simple, right? Well, that's because I was a librarian. *Past tense.* Why? Because some arrogant, narcissistic jerk gets me fired. Why? Apparently, I didn’t notice him walking up to the counter because I was too busy getting lost in my latest book. Now, you’d think any *normal* person would just tap me on the shoulder and say, “Excuse me.” But no, this guy *decides* to get me fired. Rude? Oh, you bet. But that’s not even the worst part. Oh, no. The real problem started when I decided to get my revenge. That’s when I got tangled up with him… in more ways than one. Now, not only am I working for this narcissistic jerk, but I’m doing it undercover. Why? Because apparently, he has an issue with women working for him... especially when things get *too close* in the sheets. (Yeah, you *get* where this is going.) So, I’m pretending to be a man. Why? Because I need the job. It’s high-paying, and it’s my ticket out of my miserable, *pathetic* life. I mean, revenge is great and all, but I’ve got bills to pay. Money’s my new love, and there’s no way I’m letting some petty rivalry get in the way of it. The tricky part? Balancing my need for cash with the fear of being exposed. I’ve got two huge secrets: one, I’m the woman who shared the sheets with him. And two? I’m a woman, disguised as a man, and praying every day that my cover doesn’t blow. One wrong move, and my entire life—my job, my reputation, my *revenge*—could come crashing down. So, yeah, no pressure. But hey, what’s life without a little drama, right? Right."

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?

“Maxruell and Juvy were ordinary twins, until the bloodline’s forbidden power awakened. Crimson darkness in his hands, the power to control life and death. Every soul, every element, every gem at her command. But such power comes with a price: every gang, every criminal, every cult in the world wants it. To survive, they must fight… and one of them must die. In a world of chaos, horror, and unstoppable carnage, who will inherit everything?”

Alex Carter, a typical college graduate, is shocked to discover that his security guard uniform has the ability to transport him to the past — a past that is devastated by famine, where food and water are highly valued commodities. A single bottle of mineral water from today's world can be traded for gold. Two cans of instant meal packs from today's world can buy him one oiran's favor. Moving between the two world, Alex exchanges mundane supplies for wealth, accumulating riches and power in small increments. These days, becoming the richest person in the world in a year's time — well, that is not such an ask, is it? Back in the old days, consolidating the whole empire in two years — completely normal, isn't it? Update Frequency: 14 Chapters/week Bonus Chapters Milestones: Repetitive: Every 200 Power Stones = 1 bonus chapter (+3) Every 10 Golden tickets = 1 bonus chapter (+2) ________________ This novel is solely being updated on webnovel, if you’re reading it somewhere else. Then you may be getting my outdated chapters.

Kailen Darkhaven had a simple, happy life growing up. But when a sudden misfortune claimed the lives of his parents two years ago, his entire world collapsed. His heart broke, his grades plummeted, and worst of all, on his sixteenth birthday—his final chance at hope—he failed to become an Awakener. By his seventeenth birthday, hungry, exhausted, and alone, Kailen collapsed in an alleyway, regretting how pitiful his life had been. As he drifted toward what he believed was death’s embrace… something impossible happened. Instead of dying, he awakened bound to a mysterious artifact—an object of overwhelming, incomprehensible power that defied every known law of the universe. For the first time since losing everything, a spark lit within him. With this second opportunity, Kailen vows to never be weak again. In a world where strength determines identity, status, and survival, he will rise above every boundary placed upon him. He will shatter every perception of strength. He will seize control of his fate. He will climb until he stands at the absolute Pinnacle of the universe! --- Tags: #Psychological #Interstellar( with advanced technology) #Unrivaled #ExtremelyFastPaced #UndeadArmy #NoHarem #RuthlessMC #Urban #Apocalypse #Mythical creatures( elves, vampires, witches, dwarves etc) #IntelligentMC(High IQ, deductive , strategic, high functioning psychopath) Disclaimer: This is purely a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real names, places, or events is coincidental. This is an extremely fast-paced novel, and the protagonist becomes absurdly overpowered. He is not the usual “hero complex” type. The villain and antihero tags are not for show. If you are looking for a “goody-two-shoes” protagonist, this novel is not for you. Kailen is a morally grey character. Note for Readers (Please do not skip): Early on, Kailen awakens with a shadow affinity. Yes—it may remind you of popular works you've read… but this is only the beginning. As the story progresses, he will unlock and master multiple affinities, each adding a unique blend to his path. The shadow affinity is a nod to some of my favorite novels, but the journey, characters, and world are entirely my own. Join the Community: Care to interact with me and other readers? Help with things such as character art, fandom wiki, OSTs, and more? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/d5yf4sgb3y

I've wanted to be a super hero since I was a kid, and I got admitted to a school for only awakened. dream come true right? No, it wasn't.I wish I would've just stayed a normal person, because being at war isn't for the weak. (Why is everybody trying to sell me stuff..? I'm just trying to write a book, I already do my own art guys ಠ⁠ω⁠ಠ it's really flattering.. but I only got like 20 chaps out..)