the falling hours

Growing up with eccentric materialistic parents who left him in the care of his grandfather for a job overseas, Zhang Heng had learned to adapt and be unfettered by the oddities and challenges in life. But he would soon learn the baffling truth about the world he thought he knew when one day at midnight time froze and he found himself in a world so quiet and still it was deafening. That night, he discovered that he had 24 hours more than everybody else and thus, marked the beginning of his adventures. The mysteries surrounding his newfound ability only deepened when a strange old man claimed to have given Zhang Heng that ‘gift of time’ and recruited the young man to participate in a cryptic ‘life-changing’ game on his behalf. Little did Zhang Heng know that accepting those terms meant embroiling himself in many versions of reality and exposing himself to the hidden secrets of the world—a decision he could never undo.

Elaina Gainsford had been a married woman for two years, yet the only chances she got to see her husband were the times when he was on TV. Therefore, she divorced him later. To her surprise, the day after the divorce, he frequently came into her sight. He first asked her to help his girlfriend, and then he claimed to woo her. "Jalen Halton, do you know who I am?" she asked him. "Of course. You are the internationally famous Dr. Gainsford, the renowned painter, Damon Dorthea's last student, the top hacker Elevan, and the founder of a high-end clothing brand. What other identities do you have? Tell me. I'm all ears." Jalen was so confident. He thought that he already knew everything about Elaina. "In fact..." Elaina leaned close to him and whispered in his ear, "I am also your ex-wife."

Six years ago, she signed the ten-month agreement with all her sorrows, and as agreed, she received the down payment. But when the agreed time came, the buyer did not show up to claim the 'treasure'. What was going on? Six years later, her precious son surprisingly told her, "Mommy, people might wear the same clothes or drive the same car, but I met someone today who actually has the same face as me! Can you believe it?" "Don't talk nonsense, how could someone look exactly like you?" Her son, dissatisfied, pulled his friend out. "Don't you believe me? Just take a look!" Lin Xiangwan took a glance, then, thud, she fainted, collapsing onto the ground. Who on earth... is this...?

Aria and Ivy are twin sisters whose father has gone missing for three years. They have left no stone unturned to find him, but all in vain. In an unusual encounter, a business tycoon, Noah Allen Carter, falls in love with Aria. Meanwhile, Ivy approaches Joshua Martin, who is a friend of Noah, to help find her father and in the process falls for his charms. What happens when the sisters find that the people they love are the ones behind their misery? ............................................................................................ "Ivy, sweetheart. Please come back. I love you." Joshua cried holding her hand. However, there was no response from her. "Ivy, please say something. Don't be like this." Joshua kissed her hand, but Ivy had long made up her mind. Only a miracle could make her come back to him. ............................................................................................ "I hate you, Noah," she shouted. "I love you, Aria," he replied, pulling her towards him. "No, you don't." "Yes, I do. Falling in love with you is the best thing that ever happened to me. I will always love you; today and forever." ............................................................................................ Readers can join my discord server to know more about the book. Discord: https://discord.gg/rPCgMp9MCH Disclaimer: The cover picture does not belong to me. Editing is under progress.

[COMPLETE] Reth stalked towards her, chin low so the shadow cast by his hard jaw cut across the thick fur collar of his vest. His hair had fallen over his eyes in the scuffle, so he peered at her through it like a lion in the grass. With each step, his graceful, rolling gait reminded her of a predator stalking its prey. Despite the forest floor littered in twigs and leaves, he didn’t make a sound. “Wh-who are you?” Elia stammered, backing away, her hands up. He met her step for step until she came up hard against the tree behind her—and didn’t stop until he loomed over her, so broad his shoulders and chest made a wall in front of her. She could feel the heat rising off his skin in the cool, night air. “I am the Leonine King.” His voice was a dark, husky gravel. Behind him a chorus of wheezes, howls, and chirps of agreement rose from the people watching. “And you are?” “Elia,” she breathed. “Elia,” he growled, leaning in closer, bringing with him the scent of pine and rain and the musk of something distinctly male. “I am Reth.” He said the name with a strange, guttural roll in his throat. “I am the King of Beasts. I am Clan Leader, and I am Alpha of WildWood.” Several snarls rose from the crowds behind him then, but he ignored them. Elia swallowed as he leaned in until the scruff on his jaw rasped her cheek. “I am the King,” he said, “And you will be my mate.” The forest behind him erupted. ****** Elia is a poor university student until the night she's taken to the world of the Anima—ruled by humans whose ancient hearts pulse with the blood of animals. There she's forced into a battle to the death. But when Elia survives, and refuses to kill her final opponent, the King must either kill Elia himself, or take her as his mate. Reth, the brutal King of the Beasts with the blood of lions, shocks everyone when he chooses the weak, human Elia to become his Queen. He promises her every comfort of his wealth and position—but he is clear: She will not warm his bed. He chose her to defeat those that were trying to corner him into blending his Leonine line with the Wolves. Elia needs the help of the Anima to become stronger and rule them well. But the vengeful Wolves see only a weak human that brought them shame. As Elia and Reth grow closer, the wolves are determined to destroy her. Will Reth and Elia admit their feelings for each in time to fight for the Kingdom—and their lives—against the villainous wolf-tribe? Or will the wolves kill Elia and steal the throne? [Mature content - no sexual violence] Cover Art used by paid copyright permission. Illustrated by Aenaluck--see more gorgeous art and support them on www.patreon.com/aenaluck

Khusus Dewasa!! "Mungkin Dia hadir di hatiku di awal perjalananku, tapi kamu hadir di akhir dari perjalananku hingga akhir hidupku nanti." (Aska Aliando) Berawal hanya karena sekedar candaan Karin, di sebuah kamar pasiennya di rumah sakit. Karin yang selalu jahil dengan tiap laki-laki yang baru di kenalnya. Karena di mata Karin, laki-laki semua adalah hidung belang. Yang patut untuk di permainkan. "Apakah kamu mau menjadi kekasihku?" Kata Karin dengan santainya. "Oke...aku mau menjadi kekasihmu." jawab Aska Aliando "Tapi ada syaratnya, kamu harus menyerahkan semua hartamu..apa kamu mau?" lanjut Karin dengan suara merayu. "Baik,..aku setuju! tapi harus ada surat perjanjian kontraknya..jika kita bisa menjalani 6 bulan hubungan ini, maka semua hartaku untukmu." sahut Aska dengan serius. Perjanjian sudah tertulis dan sudah di tandangani masing-masing..bersamaan hasil lab Aska yang sudah keluar. Aska di vonis Leukimia stadium 4. Dunia Karin berubah seketika, ingin dia membatalkan perjanjiannya namun takdir mengharuskan Karin di samping Aska. Mampukah Karin bertahan dengan hubungannya tanpa berdasarkan cinta?? Dan apakah Aska bisa bertahan dari penyakitnya..dan harus meninggalkan Karin beserta harta yang di berikannya pada Karin?? 'Jangan tinggalkan aku, aku mohon..kamu harus bertahan hidup untukku..jika aku harus bertahan untuk hubungan ini..kamu pun harus bertahan untukku..karena aku sudah jatuh hati padamu!! ( Karin Aadvantika )

strong, rich, powerful and dominant black Mafian.. most dreaded in the underworld. he is a man with an excellent beauty.. showed up with an agenda to retract his wife (mate) "You belong to me, but until you permit me, I will not touch you". a voice traveled clearly from behind her, his gaze was deep and expression was colder than ice.. ivi a rising actress, whose dream was shattered by her family and forced to become a notorious criminal, was kidnapped by an anonymous CEO who protected her from trouble. ivi clunched the blanket with a deadly grip, and her heart was drumming in her chest when she realized she has fallen inlove with an alpha wolf, he dominated humans but has one weakness, (his wife, his mate). Avalon's surrogate son. is a story of a handsome alpha who didn't know his identity until it became a situation, a leader of the secret group called (the black Mafians) unfold this suspense.. cover credit goes to whom it may concern.. say no to plagiarism... follow me on Instagram: ada-di-ma Facebook: Ada Di Nma

[COMPLETED] “Can I trust that your feelings won't impact this?” he asked, staring at her with a menacing intensity. “I'm here for the job. You require someone to play a role, and I simply need payment. This is strictly a business deal. Let's both wear our brightest smiles," she replied, maintaining a serene expression not flinching a bit at the intensity of his stare. *** “What if a client develops feelings for you?” he inquired. Venessa's heart skipped a beat at his words but she was still able to maintain her composure. “My job forbids it, as long as I'm bound by the contract,” she murmured, just audible enough for him to hear. *** Vanessa, an ordinary college student, lands a job at an escort rental agency after losing her previous one in an unfortunate incident. There, she encounters Jayden, a successful CEO seeking a rental girlfriend who won't fall for him, as he's still enamoured with his celebrity partner. However, despite his intentions, Jayden ends up falling in love first because he can't help but fall for her charms. As their professional arrangement becomes increasingly complicated, both must grapple with their growing feelings and the boundaries of their business relationship. Will Jayden accept his newfound emotions, and will Venessa remain strictly professional or succumb to love? *** This book has a little element of fantasy as the male lead comes from a secret clan of immortals. Seat back a enjoy how mysteries are unravelled and our Ml and Fl fall in love.

It all started with a quest for a detective. A mysterious young man, Mr.K, who had never previously involved himself with the client in completing his mission, was one day forced to engage in a disguise with the client. Clara A girl who had a warm personality, but usually couldn't trust someone about secrets, or something about her. Just for some reason, she suddenly entirely entrusted her safety and secrets to the young man she hired to solve her case– so she could be free from the threats that have been bothering her. Just who were the people threatening Clara? Could Mr.K reveal the secret and also protected the lady from any harm? What if the detective started to look at his client as more than a client? Would something unexpected happen between them? Could the two of them end up loving each other and discovered their feelings for each other? It starts with a case, ends up with romance. [English Version of ‘Unexpected Client’] Published: Every Tuesday (Once a week)

After years of longing, Mu Chenyan was finally going to marry the man of her dreams — Yuan Xuan. However, on her wedding day, the tragic death of Shu Qinger, her well-known romantic competitor led to Mu Chenyan's prison sentence. Two years later, Mu Chenyan was released from prison due to insufficient evidence, but she ended in another “prison” — the Yuan household. However, she was no longer the naive girl who would let anyone have their way with her... Her days in the prison had left their marks and a passion for revenge was now ignited in her. Even as Yuan Xuan tried to regain her love, she has now built a wall to guard her heart, cutting off all advances from him. The question remains — who killed Shu Qinger? Who are the people on her side, and those who are on the devil's? Love and hate intertwined, with Yuan Xuan's love and protectiveness over Mu Chenyan remaining unchanged...