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What makes a hero? They say a hero is someone that has given his life to something bigger than himself. I say a hero is no braver than an ordinary man, he is just braver for five minutes longer. All soldiers are brave, it's what they do with their bravery that makes them heroes. Am I a hero? Clayton Jackson dedicated his life to serving his country. Enlisting in the Marine Corps at the young age of eighteen, he never imagined following any other path. However, fate had other plans for him as a life-altering accident during his last deployment left him disabled and forces him to return home. Hiding in the small town he grew up in, Clayton tries to keep his secret from his loved ones at all costs. One day while seeking refuge from his troubled mind, his path crosses with Isabella Jones. Their connection is instantaneous as if the universe conspired to bring them together. Isabella, a mysterious and enigmatic woman, is haunted by the demons from her own past. As their relationship quickly blossoms, the unspoken truths between them threaten to tear them apart. When Clayton is presented with the opportunity to rejoin the Marine Corps, Isabella is faced with a decision: whether to accompany him or remain behind. Caught in this web of secrets and lies, they try to navigate their love through the murky waters, desperately hoping to find solace in each other's arms. But will love be enough to conquer the shadows that lingered in their hearts? Or would the truth ultimately be their undoing?

This is the second book for The Broken Soldier. Please read The Broken Soldier: Secrets Of A Broken Marine first. Clayton Jackson, First Lieutenant in the Marine Corps is back from what was his final deployment. He left his final deployment on a high, leaving him with yet another injury. This time he is set to stay with Isabella, and bring their child into the world and raise it together. But Clayton gets restless and he desires to go back. But apart from that, Isabella and Clayton are concerned that the two people that they fear to most will come back and hurt them and their child. Can they let go of this fear? Will Isabella let Clayton follow his dreams again and let him go back and become the ultimate Marine, a Rayder?

In the novel "Bullet Holders: The First Day at Rukokia Academy," readers are introduced to Inaora Saruta, an elite sniper with exceptional skills and a mysterious past. Set in a world where snipers are revered and their talents highly sought after, the story follows Inaora's journey as she enters the prestigious Rukokia Academy. On her first day at Rukokia Academy, Inaora finds herself immersed in a highly competitive environment filled with talented and ambitious young snipers. As she navigates the rigorous training and intense rivalries, she becomes acquainted with a diverse group of fellow students who share her passion for precision and marksmanship. However, the academy is not just a place for honing skills. Inaora soon discovers hidden agendas and dark secrets lurking beneath the surface. As she delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding the academy and her own past, Inaora realizes that her role at Rukokia Academy extends beyond mere training. She uncovers a web of conspiracy and intrigue that threatens not only her own life but also the stability of the entire sniper community. As Inaora fights to unravel the truth and protect her fellow students, she must confront her own demons and harness her exceptional abilities. Along the way, she forms alliances, faces formidable adversaries, and learns valuable lessons about trust, loyalty, and sacrifice. "Bullet Holders: The First Day at Rukokia Academy" is a thrilling tale of action, suspense, and personal growth as Inaora Saruta evolves from a skilled sniper into a formidable hero, driven by her unwavering determination to uphold justice and uncover the secrets that bind her fate to the academy and its dangerous world of snipers.

The Rising Star follows Yuto Nakamura, a young Japanese boy who dreams of becoming a professional football player but struggles with his self-confidence and skills. During a critical school tournament match, Yuto unexpectedly receives a mysterious "system" that grants him quests, challenges, and rewards to help him improve his football abilities. With the system guiding him, Yuto embarks on a long journey from school football to professional clubs, rising through the ranks of Japan’s youth teams and eventually joining foreign clubs like Barcelona and Manchester United. As Yuto navigates the pressures of competition, the system's rewards push him beyond his limits, but not without consequences. Mental strain, overreliance on the system, and conflicts with teammates begin to challenge Yuto as he learns that football is not a one-man game. Alongside his best friend Kenji and a cast of rivals and allies, Yuto battles his insecurities, grows into a leader, and sets his sights on helping Japan win the FIFA World Cup. Filled with thrilling football action, character development, and moments of personal growth, The Rising Star explores the journey of a boy becoming a national hero in the world of football.

Psychologist Neil is a civilian embedded with a division of Marines sent out as part of a peacekeeping mission overseas in the Pacific. When the local political situation erupts into open civil war, the American troops are ordered to evacuate. Neil escapes in a small plane, along with several military personnel.<br><br>The plane crashes into the sea, with only Neil and a Marine surviving. They're swept over a reef and deposited in the lagoon of a deserted island.<br><br>As they work together to survive in the hopes of being rescued, mutual respect warms into friendship. But Neil's feelings grow deeper, and he keeps them hidden from his companion.<br><br>How would the Marine react if he knew the feelings Neil harbors for him? Can what they share in isolation carry over if -- or when -- they're rescued?

Uriel is a commoner that always been interested in learning, and after reading a book of magic, his dream is to be a Mage. There is one big problem, schools, and academies of magic are only for nobles. --- I will apologize for any grammar errors, English isn't my first language. Cover in progress.

Schoolteacher Julian Reynolds is disillusioned with the seedier side of gay life in New York City with its self-absorption, vanity, and preoccupation with sex. When his long-time relationship with his high school sweetheart ends, he returns to his hometown and vows to live a simple life free of the extremes of the gay lifestyle and romantic entanglements. With that end in mind, he rents the carriage house next door to a large Tudor-style home.<br><br>Tate Butler, a former student of Julian’s, lives in the big house with his mother. Tate is bitter and withdrawn after losing a leg while serving in the Marine Corps during the war in Afghanistan. Fearing rejection from his mother and blaming himself for his father’s death, Tate stays firmly in the closet and punishes himself by refusing to learn how to walk again.<br><br>Can Tate and Julian help heal each other’s pasts and forge a real and lasting future together? Or will the driveway that separates their houses prove too wide a gulf to cross?

**What if all your life was passing by you and you couldn’t enjoy it, and it is all because of one man?** That is the story of Maddison. Ever since she met John, her life has been in hell, constantly full of abusement vocabulary and physical. Her only goal in life is to run away from him and live in peace. Will she be able to find her happiness and find someone that will love her with no abusement? **As a Marine Corps, your life is constantly is full of danger and action, but what happens if the one you love dies and leaves you small human to raise alone?** James thought that the moment he found the one he’ll spend the rest of his life with it will be the happiest moment for him, but after his girlfriend gave birth to his son, it took her away from him to raise their son alone. Will he be able to accomplish her dying wish to find someone to help him raise their son or he’ll leave him to his parents and run away back to the military?

After breaking up with his boyfriend, Sun He never thought that he would fall in love again. However, a blind date, which he was forced to go to, changed his life forever. Warning: Will contain R-18 scenes. This short story involves relationships between same-sex couples. If you are not comfortable with that topic, please refrain from reading.

Choon-Hee is just a normal university student who moved to Korea. She shares a flat with roommates and works part-time at her favorite cafe just a couple blocks from her flat. She never expected to meet a hot guy who seems to have an interest in her. Let alone have an amazing conversation about music over a cup of coffee. But she soon finds out he's a leader of a band, and it may not just be a hobby.