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Being a book lover, Luna has always wished that if there was a next life, she would be transmigrated to one of the genres she loves to read about. It was just a wish though, but who would have thought it would happen so soon?! Reverse Harem - Check! Super handsome and hot men - Check! Being rich and pretty - Check! But are there really no take backs for a seemingly perfect life?

Samantha never expected to find magic in her hometown, let alone in a dimly lit bar on a rainy Tuesday night. Yet here she was, perched on a barstool at the Black Swan, her world about to tilt on its axis. The air thrummed with an otherworldly energy she couldn't quite place. Ethereal dancers moved like smoke across the floor, their bodies fluid and mesmerizing. As Samantha nursed her drink, she felt the weight of curious stares prickling her skin. That's when she saw him. Marcus. A name she didn't know yet, but one that would soon be etched into her very soul. Their eyes locked across the crowded room, and Samantha's breath caught in her throat. He moved with predatory grace, all lean muscle and barely restrained power. Their first interaction was as intoxicating as it was bewildering. One moment, he was her gallant protector, rescuing her from an overly aggressive drunk. The next, his eyes hardened to chips of ice as he snarled, "Stupid girl," before melting into the shadows. Samantha's mind reeled, but her body hummed with an excitement she couldn't explain. Little did she know, this encounter was merely the first step into a world beyond her wildest fantasies – a realm where vampires ruled the night and pain blurred exquisitely with pleasure. As she delved deeper into this hidden society, Samantha found herself drawn to the intoxicating blend of power, submission, and supernatural allure. The crack of a whip, the whisper of leather, the exquisite sting of fangs – each sensation pushed her boundaries and ignited desires she never knew existed. But with every ecstatic high came the sobering reality of danger. Vampire politics were as deadly as they were intricate, and Samantha soon realized she was a pawn in a game where the stakes were life, death, and eternal servitude. As she left the Black Swan that night, Samantha couldn't shake the feeling that she stood on the precipice of something life-changing. She had no idea how right she was, or how deeply she would fall into a passionate, dangerous dance with forces beyond her imagination. The real question was: in this world where pleasure and peril intertwined so intimately, would she emerge empowered... or lose herself completely?

"Though the King may fall, he shall not fade; the Once and Future King shall awaken, and Albion shall rise anew." For centuries, the prophecy was nothing more than legend. A myth whispered in ancient texts. But now, Camelot has returned. Overnight, the great city stands once more, its banners flying high, its knights sworn to a king the world believed was lost to time. Arthuria Pendragon has not come to reclaim a title—she has come to rule. In a world of super-soldiers, gods, and masked vigilantes, the return of Camelot is more than a mystery—it is a challenge to the order of nations. As the UK government scrambles to respond, SHIELD and intelligence agencies worldwide race to uncover the truth. Is this a miracle? A threat? Or the first step toward something far more dangerous? History and legend collide with the modern age. And the world must ask itself: is the prophecy of the Once and Future King a promise… or a warning?

"Each betrayal leaves a scar… and hers ran the deepest.” Once, Aveline Laurent gave her heart to Damien Ashford - the man who promised her a future, only to cage her with sweet lies. She endured it all with a smile… until fate dragged her back to the very beginning. Now, with a second chance hanging by a fragile thread, Aveline returns. Not to plead, but to punish.
 Not to forget, but to make him remember. But revenge is never simple. The path is fraught with shadows—and an unlikely ally–Alaric Lancaster–whose loyalties remain as mysterious as his gaze.

Reincarnated as a fox by mistake, Tang Li Xue got a system that could help her evolve and become a Deity as her compensation. In the vast Immortal World filled with powerful cultivators, demonic beasts, and mysterious spirits, how could Tang Li Xue survive as a fox? There was no other way, Tang Li Xue must continue to level up, learn, and evolve until she becomes an invincible Fox Deity that stands above all! Let's join Tang Li Xue on her journey to face all the dangers in the vast Immortal World and become stronger step by step!

Melanie Collins was the perfect wife—caring, strong, and dependable. For the last few years, she had managed her husband’s messy family, and business alone while waiting for her husband to return from studying abroad. But when he finally came back, Melanie’s world fell apart—he wasn’t alone. Along with him was his 'best' friend. Broken and confused about the change in her husband, Melanie didn’t know where to turn. And then she stumbled into another cold reality. Everything she had believed was a lie. Seething with anger and humiliation, as she tried to come to terms with the betrayal, an unexpected person steps into the picture, intent on seducing her and conquering her. The only problem? The man was her ex brother in law... And against her better judgment, she is attracted to this bad boy... But as Melanie tried to make sense of the changes, she discovered there was more going on than she ever imagined. Had both brothers loved really fallen in love with her? Or was she just a pawn in a bigger game? excerpt Since he had already been leaning against the table, he simply slid onto it, and with one swift motion, he hooked his boot around the leg of her chair and pulled it—pulled her—closer.The sudden movement made her jolt slightly, and when she looked up or rather when she looked ahead, she found herself staring directly at the zipper of his jeans... She looked up then and met his gaze. He caught her chin," Would you like to check if I am only pretending, sweet melon?"Melanie stiffened. And then pushed back her chair suddenly, so that Adam almost lost his balance, as she stood up. Before he could balance himself, she placed her hand on his shoulder, her fingers brushing against his neck.  Adam stiffened, his eyes glittering as he waited to see what she would do next. And she, of course surprised him as her other hand, slowly settled on the inside of his thigh. And then, the hand on his shoulder started to move. Her fingers tracing the side of his neck before lifting as she shot a glance to the corner of his mouth. The little piece of metal glinting there. She flicked at it lightly, barely a touch, but Adam could feel the heat all over his body, as she leaned in close, her lips barely a few centimetres away...so that they could both feel each other's breaths… She smiled slowly then. "Careful, Adam," she murmured, her voice playful, but carrying the unmistakable edge of a challenge. "Keep pushing, and I just might call your bluff."

Tessy Brown, an only daughter of her parents, was treated badly in her marriage, but forced to endure all the ill treatment for the sake of her father's business. Three years down the line, her husband presented her with a pre birthday gift — his ex girlfriend, who he introduced as his new wife. Heartbroken and shattered, Tessy accepts divorce and gives in to her drunken desire, having sex with a complete stranger she met at her workplace. That single encounter changed her life forever, opening her to a world she never knew existed, and a life she never would have believed she lived in the past. *** Cursed to abhor the touch of a woman after the death of his mate, Roman Gavriel, the Lycan ruler of the entire werewolf communities and a revered billionaire in the human communities, lived a long life of ruthlessness and loneliness. Already resigned to his fate, he decided to test different ways to end his miserable life. When one of his experiments successfully knocked him unconscious, he landed in the hospital where he felt the touch of life that aroused all of the feelings he thought he had killed and buried. At that moment, he knew he was never letting her go, not for anything or anyone in the world.

Hua Jing was on top of the world. On the day she was to receive her Lifetime Achievement Award, she was involved in an accident which made her go into a coma. When she opened her eyes, she realized she was not in her original world but a world that was very unfamiliar! As soon as she opened her eyes, someone said by her ears, "Young miss! You are finally awake! Thank God. We can now begin preparations for your honeymoon!" Hua Jing was surprised. Honeymoon? What honeymoon? She was a proud single woman after that idiot Xu Ming had cheated on her so there was no way she could be married! When her senses fully return, she realized she has been transmigrated into a different universe and she truly has a husband and what was more surprising, her husband has six more wives! What a cheater! She clicks her tongue as she chases him away on the date he was to spend the night in her chambers! Her maid quickly shouts, "Young madam! You cannot treat the Prince of the Kingdom like this! Prince? Did she just say Prince? Hua Jing is confused. She desperately wants to go back! When she finally sees the Prince's real face, she realized he resembles someone from her other universe! Isn't that her enemy number one, the big star Fu Jing Rong? Oh Lord, how could that unreasonable man be her husband! Unacceptable! Totally unacceptable! ... My work is participating in a Contest. Please support by adding to your library.

Aina is the youngest child of the Duke of Evrian, one of the founding fathers of the Edarian Empire. Despite the prestige to her name, she remains ostracized by fellow nobles due to the nature of her birth. Born to a prostitute mother who died when she was but a child, Aina had to learn the ways of a noble lady at a young age. At 20, the Duke of Fremont, a man Aina has never met before, has asked for her hand in marriage. Unable to refuse, her father placed the shackles of marriage on her hands. However, Aina is determined to break off the engagement. Plagued with secrets she carries from her past commoner life, Aina resolves to break off the engagement with the Duke.

Turns out your childhood best friend — the one you always thought was a dude — was a babe all along. ...And she has WHAT? A Yuri harem? (An all-girls harem? Seriously?) While she attracts women as easily as breathing, women run away from you the moment you breathe?

Maggie Laurel's life is forever changed when her family's luxury goods company faces financial ruin. To save the business, she's forced into an arranged marriage with Rick Gaisano, owner of Gaisano Global Holdings. Maggie's never met Rick, but their families have been friends for years, and the union was planned since her birth. Rick, who's been living abroad, returns to the country to fulfill the agreement. As they navigate their new life together, Maggie and Rick must confront their differences and learn to trust each other. Will their marriage be a successful partnership or a loveless arrangement? Can they find love and happiness amidst the pressures of family expectations and business responsibilities?

In a marriage wrapped in lies and resentment, Helen turns Alex’s life into a living hell, and no one can understand why he endures her hatred. But the past hides a love that was once pure—now shattered into pieces. Trapped in a pit of suffering, they tear each other apart without mercy. Yet destiny still holds its final move: a painful truth, an impossible redemption, and a farewell that will scar their souls forever. How far can love endure when everything seems lost?

“I’ll clear your mother’s debt entirely. In return, you’ll marry me.” “Are you out of your mind? Do you really think I’d agree to such an absurd proposal?” “Possibly. But it’s a mutually beneficial arrangement. You keep your shop, and I get what I need.” “And what exactly is it that you need?” “That’s none of your concern. All you need to know is that this deal benefits both of us.” Two years ago, Lunara entered a marriage she never wanted. Desperate to save her mother’s flower shop, she was cornered by Eryx, a man with a hidden agenda. With no other choice, she agreed, and found herself bound to him in a transaction of convenience—he needed something from her, and she needed him to prevent her world from falling apart. But after the papers were signed, he disappeared without a word, leaving her with nothing but unanswered questions and lingering bitterness. Now, fate has thrown them together once more but with a cruel twist, Eryx doesn’t remember her at all. Lunara believes she’s long since moved on. But when she sees him again, a stranger who has no recollection of their past, old wounds resurface. What was the truth behind their marriage? And why, despite the resentment, does her heart still stir when he’s near?

She gave up her dream of shining on the ballerina stage —for him. She sacrificed her self-respect —for him. She forgot her true identity —for him. But even after all that, she couldn’t compare to the woman who held Ryan’s heart. Arwen Quinn, heiress of prestigious Quinn family, realized too late that no matter what she did, she would never win Ryan’s love. The future that awaited her was a life trapped in endless misery of a loveless marriage. So, decisively, she ends their relationship and walks away. What she didn’t expect was that in breaking free from Ryan, she had opened the door for Aiden to enter her life — a chance that he had been waiting for. Aiden Winslow, an enigmatic CEO isn’t just mysterious —he is determined, and won’t allow to take Arwen away from him again. ____ Excerpt: Aiden narrowed his eyes, “Are you sure about this?” “If I wasn’t sure, I wouldn’t have asked,” Arwen replied coolly. “Stop dawdling. If you’re unwilling, I’ll find someone else who can get the marriage certificates today.” His expression darkened as he pulled her close. “Once offered to me, it’s mine alone.” Unfazed, Arwen asked, “So, do you accept? If yes, we’ll get the certificates now.” “On one condition,” he said. “I don’t do contract marriages. The woman I marry will be the woman I share my bed with. If you agree, then we’ll—” “Not a problem. Let’s go,” Arwen said without letting him finish, pulling him into the Civil Marriage Bureau.

What’s it like having a loud, annoying, and violent little girl by your side? Calvin experienced it once and never wants to go through it again! But Calvin had terrible grades, and to keep him from failing, the counselor assigned the top student, Charlotte, to tutor him and even made her sit next to him to supervise his studying. Charlotte found it troublesome, but when she saw Calvin’s face, she giggled and agreed! Just as Charlotte was scolding Calvin for being useless and acting all superior while teaching him, a strange global event hit, everyone suddenly began a survival game in circular cubes! The game started with only a 1×1 cube! People were crammed together back to back, and survival relied entirely on fishing. Pairings were based on social relationship data, and Calvin couldn’t believe he was matched with this rude, hyperactive little brat! Before the event, Charlotte constantly lorded over Calvin. After the event began, she still wanted to keep that attitude but she soon realized Calvin had gained an incredible talent. Calvin was hopeless at survival, so they were forced to sit back to back on a tiny cube, struggling to survive without any stacking games. Charlotte: “Calvin, I’m hungry.” Calvin: “Me too.” Charlotte: “Calvin, I need to use the bathroom…” Calvin: “…”

Ethan Black is an ordinary college student who stumbles upon a mysterious game called Annual Salary $3,000, I’m the World’s Richest. In this game, anything he buys—no matter how small—manifests in real life. Out of curiosity, he spends $0.01 on a “Cold Beauty Water Delivery” service, only to be stunned when the beautiful and aloof Sophia Winters appears in the middle of a military training session, holding a tray of water. Ethan realizes this is no longer a prank—his game has become reality. As he splurges within the game, his bank account balloons with an absurd number of zeros. From a limited-edition supercar to a private island, Ethan leaps from broke student to billionaire overnight. But with wealth comes chaos: bank systems crash, the FBI comes knocking, friends drift away, and family grows suspicious. Stranger still, Sophia seems to know the game’s secrets, warning him: “Everything you buy changes the world—including parts you shouldn’t touch.” The game’s options grow increasingly outrageous, even offering “Control a City” for a mere pittance. Ethan begins to question whether this enigmatic game is granting him power or dragging him into a dangerous abyss. When he tries to quit, a chilling message flashes on his screen: “You’ve bought too much. Leaving means losing everything—including your life.” Now, Ethan must unravel the truth behind the game, navigating the thin line between wealth and curse, or risk losing far more than just money.

"Do you like what you see?" I asked provocatively, feeling his gaze travel down my bare skin. Christian pushed me onto the bed, leaning over me. I noticed how his eyes darkened with a deep desire. "Yes, Leslie, I like it very much," he replied in a whisper, placing his lips on mine. His kiss sent a wave of fire through my body, making me crave his touch even more. -------------- Twenty-year-old Leslie Moresi is the second daughter of the prestigious Moresi family. While her life may seem glamorous from the outside, the reality is that she is a bird locked in a gilded cage. Controlled and unable to make any of her own decisions, she begins to feel all of the color fade from her life. One day, she attends an important business dinner with her family, where she meets the elusive Christian Vittoria, the most eligible man in the country -- turning her life upside down. So what if he is about to become her brother-in-law? [Mature Content] [18+ Only] [Hidden Relationship] #noharem #hiddenrelationship #smut

I went to bed a broke, washed-up ex-soldier with a beer gut and a thousand-yard stare. I woke up inside a cryo-tank, being rebuilt by a four-million-year-old, flip-flop-wearing AI bombshell who calls herself my wife. Now I’ve got a year before I’m reborn into the perfect war machine… While she builds a planet-sized spaceship army, upgrades her own body, and preps to conquer the galaxy—because, apparently, she’s bored. Our enemies? Every government, mega-corp, and god in the known universe. Our plan? Total f*cking war. Welcome to Project: Apex. Hope you brought body armor. And emotional damage insurance.

A princess's duty is to be beautiful, quiet, not loud, to be seen and not to be heard, which was how Dahlia lived most of her life. Bound by the expectations of her title, she spent years trying to prove to her father that she was more than just a princess and capable of being more than an ornament in his court but each time she never got the chance. Instead, she was forced into a marriage of convenience with the bravest knight in all the kingdom, Reagan Hawthorne. Dahlia thought she would use this marriage to escape the brutal crutches of her father and glide out of her cage but Reagan’s cold disdain was an unexpected prison of its own. While he waged wars on distant lands, she stayed behind, holding his household together and protecting the people he seemed to ignore. But Dahlia carried a dangerous secret. By day, she was the perfect wife. By night, she became the "Black Knight," a masked vigilante fighting for justice in the shadows. Reagan returned, ready to focus on his personal mission: avenging his father’s death. To him, Dahlia was just another pawn in his plans—a spoiled princess he needed to tolerate. But as cracks began to form in her perfect façade, Reagan couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to his wife than met the eye. Now, with enemies circling closer and their secrets threatening to collide, Dahlia and Reagan must confront the lies they’ve told themselves and each other. But when masks fall and truths are revealed, will their fragile bond withstand the storm—or will it shatter beyond repair? One wound. One secret. One night that changes everything.

The girl named Anaya, a quiet 18-year old university student in Hyderabad, who has never believed in love. surrounded by friends who drift in and out of relationships, she keeps her heart guarded, afraid of being left behind. the fear of abandonment clings to her so tightly that even the idea of love feels terrifying. but one day, overwhelmed by loneliness and the ache of longing, she makes a bold choice that if love in real life is too painful, I'll choose someone from my imagination. then she choose a Chinese actor she often sees in dramas and he becomes her quiet escape, and she decides to fall in love with him. not for who he is, but for how he makes her feel, safe, distant, unreachable. she knows it hurts. she knows this kind of love is lonely too. but she lets herself fall. on countless nights, she pours her emotions into the sky, whispering to the moon, hoping somehow he might hear her silent confessions. in her sorrow, she begins to write stories filled with feelings she could never speak. under a secret penname, her words travel far, touching lives and earning her quiet fame. her success finally brings her the chance to go to Beijing, the place where he lives. And now the real love story begins... of how she crossed borders, not just between countries, but between fear and courage. of how she learned that even the most distant dreams can begin to bloom when you believe in yourself. and how, through every heartbreak, every whispered prayer under the moonlight... she didn't just find him... she found herself... and in the quiet melody of her heart, she was finally... loved back.