a young woman named Ashley Vega finds herself at the center of a destiny she never asked for. Born under the auspicious Full Red Moon, Ashley is destined to be the Crescent Moon, the legendary sword of the Alpha King. However, her true identity has been hidden from her, concealed even from her by the manipulations of fate. Ashley grew up in the Moon Pool Pack, the daughter of the pack's beta, Zach. She was raised alongside Damon, the alpha's son, and Ria, the daughter of the pack's Zeta. The trio shared a bond forged in childhood innocence, unaware of the intricate web of destiny that entwined their lives. On her 18th birthday, Ashley's world shattered when she discovered that Damon, her closest friend and fated mate, had chosen another as his mate: Ria, her friend. Heartbroken and rejected, Ashley's cries to the moon goddess went unanswered, leaving her to face her pain alone. But Ashley's tragedy was only the beginning. A conspiracy against her father led to the massacre of her entire family, sparing only Ashley herself. Demoted to the lowly position of an omega, Ashley's life took a dark turn as she struggled to survive in a pack that had once been her home. Meanwhile, in the royal court of Evernorth, the Alpha Prince Jason mourned the loss of his mate before he ever knew her. Jason, along with his childhood friends Ethan, the Zeta's son, and Merlius, the Beta, formed a tight-knit trio until Merlius's ascent to power drove a wedge between them. When Jason was given a second chance at finding a mate, Ashley's path crossed his in the most unexpected of ways. Near death and desperate, Ashley found herself at the qualifying trials, where Jason saved her life and proclaimed her to be his mate. But her journey was far from over. As Ashley navigates the dangers of the Lycan Kingdom, she must face off against powerful adversaries like Merlius and Ria, who seek to manipulate her for their own ends. But Ashley's connection to Jason and the awakening of an ancient prophecy within her bring her to the brink of her true destiny. Only Jason, the Alpha Prince, holds the key to unlocking Ashley's power and controlling the uncontrollable force within her. As Ashley grapples with her newfound abilities and the dangers that surround her, she must discover the strength within herself to fulfill her destiny as the Crescent Moon and protect the kingdom from the shadows that threaten to consume it.
She never imagined that everything that revolved around her would turn against her in just a few seconds. Her husband, her stepsister, and even her in-laws who she believed loved her the most, betrayed her. That betrayal of hers led to the death of her and her little son. But her destiny gave her a second chance, she will return to the time when she started it all.
Zark Arnold Morales was once a programming prodigy, a self-taught coder who quickly mastered languages like Python, C++, and JavaScript. By the time he reached the prestigious Lumenis Institute of Technology, Zark had already earned a reputation for his exceptional talent in cybersecurity. He seemed destined for greatness, with a bright future in the tech world ahead of him. But tragedy shattered his promising life. His mother's death from illness and his father's murder over unpaid medical debts left Zark alone and grief-stricken. Forced to abandon his studies, he was left scrambling to survive, taking on freelance tech jobs just to keep a roof over his head. Gone were the ambitions that once drove him—now, his focus was simply to make it through each day. In a desperate bid to cover his rent, Zark hacked into what he thought was an anonymous cryptocurrency wallet, only to discover that it belonged to Jason Cheng, a powerful and ruthless leader of the Chinese mafia. Captured and tortured by Cheng’s men, Zark was coerced into making a dangerous deal: hack into the secure system of Cheng's rival mafia, or face certain death. Zark successfully executed the hack, but he knew that completing the job wouldn't be enough to earn his freedom. With Jason's men keeping him on a tight leash, Zark plotted his escape. Against the odds, he fled to the city’s squatter areas, a place where the desperate and forgotten lived outside the reach of law and order. There, Zark stumbled upon an underground network of renegade hackers, each with their own story of oppression and anger toward the corrupt government. Operating from hidden bases in the slums, these hackers fought for the poor and oppressed, using their skills to challenge the system that kept them down. Their ideals stirred something in Zark, awakening a spark of purpose he thought he had lost forever. But Zark's past isn't so easily left behind. Jason Cheng's men are hunting him, determined to exact their revenge. At the same time, the government has begun to crack down on the hacker group, viewing them as a serious threat. Caught between two powerful forces, Zark must decide whether to keep running or to fight back with the skills that once made him a legend. In The Devil in The Code, Zark finds himself at the center of a digital revolution where survival means mastering both the art of hacking and the darker side of human nature. With enemies closing in from all sides, Zark must choose whether to use his talent for personal gain—or for something far greater than himself. But in a world where information is the deadliest weapon of all, the lines between right and wrong are constantly shifting, and the price of freedom might just be his soul.
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Her life was far from a fairy tale. She even doubted it would have a happy ending. Nonetheless, she was a fighter, a survivor. Growing up in an orphanage taught her that life was never fair. Living in the system forced her to fight for every piece of scrap she got. But she still considered herself lucky for the people in her life. No matter how hard life had been until she lost one significant member of her family. It seemed it was downhill from there. But was her luck about to change as Charlene, with aliases Charlie, Selena, and Princess Jasmin, landed an acting job, not on stage, but in real life? It was a good pay. So, why not? But was it worth it? Raise in luxury and privilege was the only thing he knew. He had everything, so he should not complain until his parents ordered him to marry a stranger. Fueled by frustration, Prince Elijah, also known as Eli, entertained this idea of swapping identities with his driver, Hunter, to evade his fate. Ridiculous, right? Armed with their fake identities, they embarked on their task of stopping the wedding. But what if they ended up in bed, in each other's arms, doing what they were not supposed to do? Much worse, what if they created a new life? What would happen next? Would it be a day they would rather regret or a night they would never forget? ***** [Warning: Mature steamy content, slight violence (in the later chapters), and some inappropriate language] COVER PHOTO - Credit to the owner.Rosie Blackwood gave up everything to honor a promise: she left behind her name, her life, and her freedom to live as Jiang Meilin, the best friend who died to save her, Rosie has spent years navigating a dangerous world of power and shadows as a mafia heiress. Her goal was simple: to fulfill Jiang Meilin’s dreams as a final act of loyalty and gratitude. But everything changes when she crosses paths with Zhao Jingshen, a cold and ruthless enigmatic CEO with the power to unravel her resolve. Drawn into his world, Rosie finds herself fighting emotions she never thought she was capable of having. Zhao Jingshen makes her heart race in ways she never expected, threatening to expose the vulnerabilities she’s hidden beneath her icy exterior. Just when she began to believe in the happiness she thought she’d never have... Her world shatters again when she discovers the truth... Jiang Meilin was alive, and the threats endangering her family were related to her. Betrayed by the past and caught in a web of danger, Rosie must reconcile her love for Jaesun with the lies that brought them together. As love and danger collide, Rosie’s carefully constructed plans begin to crumble. Will she risk everything to follow her heart, or will her responsibility as the Blackwood heiress destroy the fragile bond she’s built with the one man who sees through her mask? A thrilling tale of love, loyalty, and sacrifice where passion burns brightest in the shadows. Excerpts from the story: "You know," he said after a while, "when you said you were going out to commit a crime, I half expected you to be robbing a bank or something." Meilin snorted. "Please. I have more finesse than that. Besides, why steal money when you can steal someone's peace of mind?" A chuckle escaped Meilin's lips despite herself. "You're waltzing into a hurricane, Zhao Jingshen." She was talking about being in a relationship with her. "Then be my eye of the storm," he challenged, swinging open his car door with theatrical flair. "Shall we embrace the tempest?" Meilin arched an eyebrow. "Who would believe the ice-cold CEO of Zhao Corporation could melt so thoroughly?" "Well!" Laughter danced in his voice. "What's a man to do when his wife decides to play runaway bride? I'd turn myself inside out if it meant keeping you in my orbit."
[Mature content] In the arcane duchy of Echt, where ancient secrets slumber and whispers of the unknown lingers, Yuki Adlerian has lived her entire life shrouded in mystery. Her past is a shady mess that she tries to uncover by all means possible. When the enigmatic Duke of Echt suddenly returns to the duchy after many years, Yuki’s simple existence is disrupted. As the Duke’s presence stirs the long-dormant secrets of the duchy. Yuki’s own truth begins to unravel. Strange occurrences and whispered stories force Yuki to doubt her very existence, meanwhile, the duke’s piercing gaze seems to hold the answers to all Yuki's doubts. As the mysteries unfold, Yuki must confront the darkness within herself and face the ultimate revelation; she is more than just a mere human girl. And the Duke’s arrival marks the beginning of a battle for the duchy’s very soul. Will Yuki embrace her true identity? Or will the shadows of her past and her fate consume her, dooming the duchy to an eternal darkness!
"Their eyes, a mesmerizing golden hue, are said to enchant even the gods. These creatures, though capable of human form, possess an unearthly beauty that can ensnare any who gaze upon them. Love and free will vanish in the face of their allure, leaving victims utterly subservient. Above all, a Korvus must survive. They sustain themselves by draining the energy of other life forms, humans included. The only course of action upon encountering one is to flee without hesitation. Lucia hesitated, she shouldn't had indulged in his business. The handsome foreigner who looked like the world didn't matter, but how could she not, he presented an opportunity to freedom that seemed too good to be real. but there were no other options, beside, she wanted someone who didn't want to meddle in her past... A past she tried so hard to burry.
A promise once made cannot be broken, they said. But to those who choose to deal with the absolutes, how many more have they cast aside for their dream? Sacrifices are to be made, of course. Only so much can ever be set emotionally before logic takes place. Yet, for all that is and isn't, what would be left if there cannot be what could ever be?
After being deceived by a friend for revenge, Ewan Asher Margarito became involved with higher-ups and got his family in danger. With the help of his sister, Lily Asher, he decided to avenge his parent's death. Things fell apart when several murder cases surfaced and instincts discovered they might be the same killer.
The Isekai genre often highlights the fantastical adventures of male protagonists endowed with superhuman strength and surrounded by adoring companions. However, an alternative narrative focuses on the plight of "strays"—individuals transported from Earth who struggle to survive in a hostile environment where they are regarded as mere commodities, goods, or even trash. This perspective challenges the traditional heroic framework by emphasizing themes of vulnerability, exploitation, and resilience. Unlike the empowered heroes who dominate conventional Isekai tales, these strays navigate a world that is indifferent or outright antagonistic to their existence, thereby offering a critical commentary on issues of marginalization and the human condition. This nuanced portrayal underscores the harsh realities and ethical dilemmas faced by those who find themselves displaced and devalued in an unfamiliar and often unforgiving realm.
I'm really starting to dislike cats...... First they show up at your door uninvited, then they are taking over the world with spaceships. Truly diabolical creatures. I don't really care if the planet survives or not, but I do have a tall dark and handsome cutie that I have decided belongs to me. He is dead set on saving the world. The only problem? My cat's morals seem a little flexible. Guess that's why he chose me, and that's how I ended up here, on the destroy the world team.
Emperor Buxiu Yushi often likes to escape the palace and live life under the guise of an information broker by the name of Shujing. When he meets Xueye, the young heir of a trading company with a unique appearance and a haunted past he can't help but feel the need to meddle in hopes of helping the young man break free from his circumstances.
your trapped in a another world rule by animals who are out to get you, the only way to return home is to hunt 1 of every species of your designated animal, for you its deer, but will you be able to stare death in the face and take a life? or will you be trapped here forever.
Cover page by Lexica: (Net) LAWS ARE MADE AND BROKEN. Wanting to save her dying father and pregnant mother, she makes an irrational decision that could either make her or lead her to her doom but unknown to Autumn his promise to her was that he would bring Heaven to its knees just for her. UHW-UNDER HIS WINGS>>>>
[MATURE CONTENT] Uncle Heath gave me a look that said that he knows what I'm doing and that he finds me petty and a scheming sly fox. He suggested countless times that I changed my codename from The Countess to Fox or Nine-tailed Fox, because he says it suits me better, or a Serpent, but I don't care. I am literally a Countess after all. He sighed. "Okay, Countess, you won. But if you get yourself killed on this, the same way your parents and their friends later on did, don't come back to haunt me as a ghost. I've been trying to protect you, as I promised I would as your Godfather, but you are a stubborn lil thing who kept insisting on this. You're 27 now, you better not die younger than you mom did." "Wait," Harriet gasped, "the mission you want," "It's the one my parents were working on when they died. Probably the reason why they died and related to their killers," sigh. "It's what kept me working all of those years, the hope on getting my hands on this mission, and uncover what actually happened in July 9th of 1999." I hate number 9, it signifies unluck to me, while 7 is my lucky number. Call me superstitious if you want, I feel like it's an actual thing. "All the documents on their death are here, it's kept secret together with the archived mission they were working in." "Ah, Selene," she said softly, coming closer, full of compassion but not touching me, as her hands are dirty with uncle Heath's cock. Ew, ew. "It's okay, it's been 24 years now," sigh. "Which makes me want to solve it even more," then I turned my eyes to uncle Heath, who was now up, standing at 1.97m, opening his safe that's hidden behind the big painting of a scenery found in Sicily, Italy, which Harriet painted. Picking a thick file in a leather case, he held it under his left arms and locked the safe again, covering it with the painting. I broke into it once, but I was unable to crack the code of the safe. I always knew he hid this file in there, "Be careful, for the love of God, Selene." "I will, I promise!" Narrowing his eyes, he raised his right pinky finger and I cringed in disgust. "Wash your hands first, ew." Rolling his eyes, we quickly went to the bathroom at the back of his office and then came back, hands clean, file still under his arm. "There you go, now, pinky it up, I know better than believe your shallow spoken words by now, I know how scheming you are." Grinning like a wolf who had been caught in sheep's clothing, I raised my pinky finger and intertwined with his. "I promise I'll be careful." Sigh, "I can't believe I'm giving you this. The last two times I gave these damned files to someone, they died. You batter change that statistics to 2:1 instead of 3:0, Selene. Do you understand me?" I grabbed the files, but he kept his hold on it, "I understand," with all my strength, I tried tugging it to me and out of his grip, and after a lil struggle, he let go.
“I like you Rahul! Please please be my boyfriend~” with a honeyed voice a girl standing in front of me confess her feelings to me. Am I dreaming? It must have to be a dream because the girl standing in front of me was none the less the famous model and singer miss Salina from my class. She is quite a famous in town and in college. Her mother was originally from Briton which contributes to her beauty. You get it where she is coming right? So the famous celebrity of college who can choose a rich guy or guy with great future she is confessing her love to me who don't have money, either great future or more precisely want to describe myself a loner who don't have any friends.Something is fishy here.
In a world where darkness reigns and secrets run deep, she was once a vampire princess, living a life of luxury and love. Her childhood sweetheart was her everything, until one night turned her world upside down. The Vampire Queen, her mother, was overthrown in a violent coup—and the traitors behind the rebellion? None other than her beloved's family. Just as she faced certain death, a mysterious vampire saved her, pulling her from the edge of destruction. Now, five years later, she lives in the human world under a hidden identity, training every day with one goal in mind: to reclaim her throne, rescue her imprisoned mother, and confront the boy she once loved about his betrayal. Her heart burns with questions—why did he do this, and can she ever forgive him? But destiny has a way of complicating plans. During a dangerous dungeon expedition, she encounters her former love again, neither revealing their true selves. Little do they know, they are about to be caught in a web of ancient secrets, a conspiracy that stretches back to the dawn of their world. As dark forces rise and the truth about their shared past comes to light, they find themselves part of a much larger battle—one that could either save or destroy their entire continent. As betrayal, love, and ancient magic collide, she must decide: will she fight for revenge, or for redemption? And when the dust settles, who will she choose—her savior or her first love? The fate of the kingdom and the survival of an entire world rest in the balance.