At a spring festival, Jiro laid eyes on a captivating woman named Mariko and was instantly smitten. He believed he had found the love of his life and that fate had brought them together. However, fate had a different plan in store for Jiro. Unbeknownst to him, the woman he fell in love with at first sight was Moriko, not Mariko. As Jiro mistakenly believed that Moriko had intentionally tricked him by pretending to be Mariko, his infatuation turned into bitterness, and he begun treating her cruelly. While mistreating Moriko, he failed to realize that Mariko, the woman he initially thought he loved, held no true feelings for him. Rejected by Mariko, Jiro was forced to confront his own insecurities and the cruelty he had inflicted upon Moriko. Will the misunderstanding unravel and be solved? Will Jiro finally see the truth? Will Moriko's affection be deep enough to forgive Jiro?
When Allison Greyson first meets car racer Ash Hoover, she ignores any idea of love at first sight. All she wishes is a peaceful summer away from her family, while Ash, on the other hand, seeks nothing more than to indulge in some carefree fun. As their passionate attraction for one another escalates, Ash makes it clear that he is not interested in love, while Allison simply does not have the time for it, fearing a broken heart. They agree to limit their relationship to just s*x, hoping to make this summer a pleasurable escape for Ash if only Allison can abide by his set of rules. ********** Don't Fall in love with him. Don't expect something more.
Elestria waits for her mate for 240 full moons. This year, she was the gossip for being the only one without a mate. Tired and disappointed, she joined the palace forces to spy on the Seraphim Kingdom. Under the lunar eclipse, she found that special fragrance. For the first time, her body was deeply relaxed, but her mind was aflame. The wolf in her stirred with excitement. Elestria found him. His brilliant red eyes didn't blink as they locked gazes. In that very moment, they realized they had found each other as enemies.
[WARNING: R18!!!] "Either you love me or you hate me. It doesn't matter because you will end up with me. You would always end up with me, Maximus D'Arco." She plastered a wicked smile as she responded to his cold, hard stare that she knew he was trying not to strangle her. He wouldn't because he was such a gentleman not to hurt her physically. But emotionally? Well...that was a whole other matter. ------------- Aurora Fontalva, an arrogant heiress of the Stellare Creations. She had everything in life, except the heart of a certain man. She only wants Max. He's her childhood crush and turned first love when they grew up. But how can she make him love her if he has someone else already? A girlfriend he loves. But that doesn’t matter, for she’s willing to do everything to have him. Maximus D’Arco. One of the EcoSource princes. He’s almost the perfect son and has a princely personality. Except that he had a secret girlfriend hidden from everyone. When Aurora found out, everything turned upside down. The woman even blackmailed him to marry her or his girlfriend would suffer. She wanted him to love her. Why would he fall for someone who doesn’t even care what he wants, let alone about his feelings? Only his girlfriend does. Is there really a thin line between love and hate? What if the thread breaks? --------------- AN: This is a bit of a slow-burn romance with detailed emotions. This novel isn't your typical lovey-dovey story. It tackles twisted love and lust, toxicity, and angst. There could be sensitive cases. You've been warned. And lastly, sexy scenes.
“I know you're a girl,” Adrian said. “You must be gay and are just trying to cover it up,” Fiona replied, raising a brow. “Come into the pool then,” he smirked, inviting me in. “I dare not.I would rather not have a man touch me” Fiona retorted. “I like girls,” he said, teasing her. I gulped as his words sent shivers down my spine. He likes girls. He likes me! "But..." I’m a boy. "Go get yourself a girl and stop trying to have me,” she said sassily. “But you're mine,” he said, looking at me with a darkened gaze. “No, I’m not,” she answered sharply. “Okay then, I'll go get a girl.”He stepped out of the pool, water trickling down his toned body. Fiona's eyes widened in horror. He was going to get another girl? !No! “I know you’re a girl,” Adrian’s voice met me again, his hot, searing gaze locking onto hers.“ W-What are you saying?”She stammered, nervous under his intense gaze. Trapping her against the wall, he whispered, “You are mine,” his eyes fixed on her lips. Trying to stand her ground, “I’m not anyone,” she said, trying to stand her ground,forcing herself not to show fear. Before she could say another word, Adrian leaned in, capturing her lips. —------------------------------------------------ What happens when Fiona, whose life has always been controlled by her mother, is sent on a mission to spy on her mother’s enemy’s son—disguised as a boy?What happens when she falls in love with her target?Will she opt for the love of a mother or the love of a partner
Shortly after loosing her uncle and her home in a tragic fire incident, Hazel Troyanda finds herself facing severe charges in the Kragon kingdom. She had only been seeking refuge in a town near the border when she was arrested and sentenced to life imprisonment for attempted murder on the second prince of Kragon. With no means to defend herself and no evidence or witnesses to prove her innocence, Hazel has no choice but to serve her sentence. But five years down the line, the warden of the no-name prison strikes a deal with her. He offers to set her free, convinced that she's some heir to a very wealthy family in the kingdom of Algarve, in return, she has to reward him handsomely after she has claimed her rightful position. Hazel agrees despite the doubt about the warden's theory. Her goal is to find the person behind her family's demise and her false accusatory. On her search for the perpetrator, she comes across a claim on her as a supposed heir to the Algarve throne and a certain prince that turns her world upside down. He's the brother to the man Hazel has sworn to destroy and he would do anything for his family. Hazel has nothing to loose and is ready to chase after her revenge with everything she has, even if it means going against the royal family of Kragon. Will their oaths and beliefs turn against them as they transcend the path of undeniable attraction and romance, or will they betray their feelings and find their demise in revenge? ***Excerpt***
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(Warning 18+) Zuri is forced to obey the wishes of her father, who wants her to marry Liam Hayes, a wealthy man she has never met. Rumor has it that Liam is an ugly, scarred old man who abuses the women around him. After breaking up with her boyfriend, Zuri had a drunken accident. When she woke up, she could suddenly hear other people's thoughts! She could hear what the nurses caring for her were thinking, even if they didn't say it. This strange incident added to Zuri's burden. Despite the accident, her father's decision has not changed. Zuri must still marry Liam, an old and fat man she has never met. What will happen to Zuri? Will she find happiness in this forced marriage? Or will she be trapped in a never-ending nightmare?Ayaka Yamamoto is more than just an author; she’s a literary sensation. Writing under the alluring pseudonym Ms. Midnight, she has captured the hearts and minds of readers with her intricately woven murder mysteries. Her stories, filled with unexpected twists and heart-stopping suspense, have made her a cornerstone of the genre. But just as she is poised to unleash her latest masterpiece—a thrilling narrative brimming with shadows, betrayal, and bloodshed—Ayaka faces an unanticipated blow: her manuscript is met with cold rejection from her editor. As the stakes rise and the pressure mounts, a surprising revelation emerges. Ayaka’s loyal fans are craving something different—they long for romance! They yearn for tales that spark passion and stir the soul, just as much as they cherish her signature suspense. As discussions with her editor grow increasingly intense, Ayaka reaches a pivotal juncture. With an ultimatum hanging over her, she must wrestle with a daunting choice: incorporate romance into her upcoming novel or risk letting go of the genre she loves. Reluctantly, Ayaka embarks on this new adventure, diving deep into the intricate realm of emotional storytelling. As she explores the complexities of love and longing, one tantalizing question looms: Can she tap into the raw emotions needed to create characters that resonate, or will the beloved legacy of Ms. Midnight slip away, like whispers in the night?
Everyone knows the tale of the dreadful Beast King—a monster that demands a royal bride every year. No one knows what happens to them after the wedding. No one has ever returned. Sophia? She was never supposed to be there. Mistaken for the real princess, she was sent to him as a sacrificial bride. But instead of a beast with claws and blood-stained hands, she finds herself facing a dangerously handsome, arrogant, and incredibly irritating king. But what if the king isn’t the one holding the chains? What if his curse hides a secret no one must uncover? And worst of all—what if Sophia starts regretting wanting to escape?
What's pleasure without pain, what's victory without fighting, and what's success without failure". He was broken. She was traumatized. He was wallowing in heartbreak. She was fighting depression. He was drowning in darkness. She was searching for light. He was older. She was younger He had a son. She was a widow. He did not want love. She needed love. He wanted to be left alone. She wanted a companion. He was losing himself. She was finding herself. Follow both broken souls how they heal themselves. Adeyemi Mariam (Um_royhan). Warning: This book has self-harm, suicidal thought. join the discord family: https://discord.gg/9KHCfTnU
Betrayed by her husband and abandoned by her family, Qin Li's life is in ruins. But a chance trip to Germany and a quirky matchmaking show throw her into the arms of a rugged farmer in the Alps. From heartbreak to a fresh start, she discovers the joys of farm life, introduces Chinese cuisine to the locals, and takes a leap toward love and self-discovery. Sometimes, the end of one life is just the beginning of another.
In a world where the line between magic and reality blurs, 21-year-old Felix Chang hides a chilling secret: he is a Mimicae, a cursed shapeshifter bound to a mistake he made in a past life. As a member of Rune, a wildly popular idol group, Felix has the world at his feet—adoring fans, a glamorous life, and fame. Yet, his days are shadowed by the curse, forcing him to avoid deep connections and constantly battle the stress that threatens to unravel his carefully constructed facade. At the heart of Rune is Kelvin Wang, the group’s charismatic yet sharp-tongued leader. Their clashing personalities fuel a fiery tension that keeps them at odds, a lingering feeling of a bond neither of them can remember. What begins as hate between rivals turns into a shocking mystery when Kelvin starts to uncover the cracks in Felix's armor. But the truth runs deeper than either of them can imagine. Felix and Kelvin share a history rooted in a past life—a tragedy that doomed them both. Felix, once a spiritual guardian, failed to protect Kelvin, the emperor’s son, leading to betrayal, death, and the curse that binds them now. As the two navigate the chaos of stardom, a dangerous romance blossoms between them. With each secret revealed and every heated moment shared, the stakes grow higher. Unknown to them, Kelvin holds the key to breaking Felix’s curse, but the cost could be their careers, their lives, and their hearts. Can they unravel the threads of the past to break free from the curse, or will history repeat itself, dooming them both forever? Please trust this author once more ^_^
Aria Callaghan is not an easy person to come by, but at the same time she's very effective at what she's doing. However, due to her ways she meets on her way Chyler Toussaint, a quite by-the-book detective. Their cooperation seems impossible to be maintained in a good way, given different approaches both of them have, but a lot can change given what they have to face together. After Hellblades mob starts killing people in British Columbia, Aria and Chyler would have to move to Saskatchewan to investigate why Hellblades had gotten so bold. However, the killing mob is not the only problem they will encounter on their way.
"Il voulait un mariage de convenance. Elle a bouleversé toutes ses règles." Arianna Costa ne s’attendait pas à ce que sa vie bascule lors d’un simple contrôle médical. Victime d’une erreur médicale qui la rend enceinte d’un inconnu, elle découvre que cet homme n’est autre qu’Alessandro Valenti, le puissant et dangereux roi de la mafia italienne. Pour Alessandro, le scandale est impensable. Mariage, sécurité et contrôle : il impose à Arianna de devenir sa femme, afin de protéger sa réputation et son futur héritier. Mais partager la vie de cet homme autoritaire et énigmatique ne sera pas sans conséquences. Plongée dans un monde de luxe, de danger et de trahisons, Arianna découvre une facette inattendue d’Alessandro, où le masque du roi de la mafia laisse entrevoir un homme déchiré entre son besoin de contrôle et ses sentiments grandissants pour elle. Cependant, le danger rôde. Les ennemis d’Alessandro veulent sa chute, et désormais, Arianna et leur enfant sont devenus leurs cibles. Entre attirance brûlante, complots et secrets, Arianna devra choisir : céder à cet amour interdit ou fuir un monde qui pourrait bien la détruire.
Skylar is a emergent policewoman, who accepted the most famous murder case in the entire country. She has to catch a man whose identity, facial features, and body structure are unknown. The public only knows his criminal name: "Demon", accentuating even more his spiteful remorseless nature. Demon is a malicious mafia boss who killed, tortured, and deceived thousands of victims, and Skylar moves into his supposed hideout to sneak into his life undercover. Little did she know that she soon would discover she had something in common with such a psychopath, and the more time she spends with him the more her mind softens and the barrier over her heart shatters. But will she succeed in catching him and locking him in prison forever or will she end up being one of the numerous victims sunk in his charm? Abstract: “I hate you. I fucking hate you. How many times did I tell you that you have to stop being so violent?” He pulled his hair back and scoffed, annoyed by her words so full of anger and resigned, annoyed by the whole argument itself. Was she going to cause the umpteeth scene? “And you to keep hitting people as a beast! That guy had his whole face bruised! You promised me you would try to calm down and be less violent! Why would you hit that guy now?” “You would’t understand.” was his answer, he frowned his eyebrows and grunted at the memory of what that guy did. He would have hit him again, again until the anger and the memory wouldn’t let go of him. “Stop pretending you’re evil and cruel, stop pretending you don’t have a heart and you are clueless about other people. Stop being so fucking vile because I hate you when you act like that.” “I’m like that Madisyn. I’m that. You will never change me, you will never heal me nor fix me. I am this and people fear me for this. Everyone fears me.” “I don't fear you.” She took a step forward and exhaled out a heavy breath. “Why would you hit that guy Demon?” She asked this time more patiently and gently. “Because he dared to look at you, and talk about you. He said he would do bad things to you, he commented on your appearence and all the things he would do to you and I can’t even imagine something bad happening to you. If he dared to lay a hand on you. I would have killed him with a smile on my face.” Skylar closed her eyes and took a deep breath. “I can defend myself on my own Demon.” She caressed his cheek gently. “I know you can.” his eyes enlightened of a red reflection, “but that’s my job. Nobody touches you.”
"I will be posting this story on Royal Road.com " In the enchanting realm of the Forest Empire, a war hero named Maximilian and a captivating noble lady, Sienna, fell deeply in love. Their romance blossomed amidst the chaos of battle, their bond forged through shared triumphs and sorrows. However, their happiness was not destined to last. Bitter betrayals and misunderstandings tore the lovers apart, leaving Sienna to reluctantly accept an unhappy marriage to a man she did not love. Maximilian, heartbroken, turned to his loyal comrade-in-arms, Amara's, and the two wed. Though Amara's faced hostility from those who coveted Maximilian's affections, her unwavering devotion never wavered. She cherished her husband, determined to mend the rift that had formed between them. Tragically, Amara's one day witnessed Maximilian and his former lover in a passionate embrace. Consumed by the agony of betrayal, she demanded a divorce, leading to a violent confrontation that left her confined and isolated. In this state of duress, Confined and isolated, Maryanna gave birth to twins. Due to the medicine someone was feeding her, she had a mental break and attempted to harm her own children before narrowly escaping her imprisonment. Wracked with the anguish of her actions, she believes her twins are dead because of her. Amara's ultimate fate remains shrouded in mystery, her disappearance leaving those she left behind haunted by whispers of her tragic demise. Will Amara's find the strength to overcome her anguish and reclaim her life? Can Amara's love for Maximilian withstand the tempestuous storms that have battered their union? is she going to be happy ? or she will go back to her old life ? ( it contains violence) •••••••••••• story "I made a mistake; that's all it was." ~~~~~ "You cannot force me to sleep with you, even if I am your wife." ~~~~~ "No! Please, untie me now!" ~~~~~ " will you marry me?" "Yes." ~~~~~ "He doesn't love you; he loves me!" ~~~~~ "Max, please let me go. I don't want to live like this." ~~~~~ "Do you love me? My love, I know you don't, so please sign this paper." ~~~~~ "Mother-in-law, I did not kill my children! I did not hurt them. Max, please believe me!"
This man had a thing for creating "arty corpses. " Gait of a soldier, calmness of a saint yet temperament of a depraved, he should have been caged. Even the strongest of the alloys would have degraded on his mere sinister glance, carving a path for him to walk free. Yet here he was-- a wandering predator in the light of the day. He soon qualified for bondage by special means. A system created to conscript the prodigies of wickedness, took notice of him. No matter how unwilling, he was under those watchful eyes. But the truth was, he was still above their rules, untamed and unbroken. He began hunting those within the system itself. He became something greater- a favoured entity, a popular character among many. A gap was then created even among those in the system, forging a competitive spirit. But should they dare to risk it all, no matter how fascinating he seemed? None survived to provide feedback on their experience yet the boss let it slide-- for now. This man was indeed special, the boss personally checked him and speculated that there must be a rolling key. Patience might be the only thing that saves you, dear reader......because once you step into his world, escape is no longer an option. * WARNING: GORE content, SLOW BURN ROMANCE. (BL) The story is unpredictable and contains vague instances especially in the initial chapters which might take few chapters to establish the connections. This is my first novel. Apologies.*
After so many years of matchmaking, Tian Shi, the angel of love, still failed to find a love match for Hui Long. Frustrated, the young angel resorted to drinking away his sorrows. “I curse you! You… you loveless human!!! Arghhh!!!” Tian Shi shouted at the heavens. “You cold-hearted man!! Turn into a pig!!!! At least then I can eat you.” But little did he know his words came true. Hui Long, who was currently walking home after his dinner meeting, suddenly felt a pain in his gut. The next second, he changed into a small pink piglet. ‘Huh? What? Who?’ the little pig, lost in the middle of the busy city, looked around dazedly. “Ah, a pig…” Tian Shi picked up the little lost creature and held it up to his face. Unceremoniously, he separated the pig's legs and giggled. “Oh, you're a boy.” The pig let out a loud squeal. ‘Where are you looking, you absurd!!!’ Not understanding the pig language, the young angel giggled. “I'll call you Little Gold. Let's go home. After you are all grown up, I'll make you into pig trotters~” That is how our protagonist got cursed into a pig and kidnapped by a lunatic love angel.
A Reverse Harem Werewolf Romance --- Evaline Greystone was the daughter of an Alpha, yet her life was anything but privileged. After losing her mother at a young age, she suffered under the cruelty of her stepmother and step-siblings while her father ignored her existence. Her only solace was Ethan - the Alpha heir of a neighboring pack and the man she loved. But fate was never kind to her. When Eva turned sixteen, she discovered she had no wolf. Overnight, she became an anomaly, a disgrace. She became the laughingstock of the werewolf world. But her torment escalated into something darker, something sinister at the hands of none other than her stepbrother. Still, she held onto Ethan, believing his love would be her salvation. That illusion shattered on her eighteenth birthday. Ethan turned out to be her fated mate, but instead of joy, it brought devastation. The night after they had given themselves to each other, Ethan declared she was too weak to stand by his side. Worse, he rejected her publicly, choosing her stepsister instead. Humiliated, betrayed, and terrified of what her stepbrother would do next, Eva ran. But her escape led her straight into a nightmare. The next morning, she awoke to the horrifying news - her entire pack was annihilated. Not a single survivor remained. And the ones responsible? The four Rogue Kings - feared Alphas who ruled the lawless werewolf world. Ruthless and unstoppable, and they had come to finish what they started. But Eva wasn't dead. She was on the run. And pregnant. She didn’t get far before she was captured. Dragged before the Rogue Kings, she prepared for the end. But at the last moment, they changed their minds. Instead of killing her, they made her a maid - a fallen Alpha’s daughter serving the very Alphas who destroyed her world. What neither she nor the Rogue Kings knew was the cruel twist fate had in store. They were her mates. Despite her suffering, she refused to break, determined to carve a future for herself and her child. And to do that, she enrolled in the werewolf academy run by the Rogue Kings themselves.