beauty

"Yours is a darkness my light cannot do without...." A young girl trapped within the wicked walls of the palace in the kingdom of Varre. A nobody and outcast with no origin despised by all for her 'ugly looks' and low status . Her life takes a rapid turn when she encounters the 'devil' as he's rumoured to be, and many truths about her origin comes to light. Ciaran battling with his own darkness is determined to protect her from all the forces against her.. And she is determined to protect him from his own darkness... Will their love prevail?.....

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."

Anya Petrova lives a life carefully constructed on a foundation of silence and deception. Publicly, she is the unassuming, quiet wife of Elias Thorne, the formidable CEO of Thorne Industries—a marriage of convenience designed to serve his corporate image and provide her ancient martial arts clan, the Way of the Veiled Orchid, with impenetrable anonymity. Anya's true identity is 'Orchid,' a Grandmaster of a secret, powerful martial art, a master of precision, stealth, and lethal grace, constantly navigating a hidden world of duty and danger. Elias Thorne, a man of ruthless intellect and unyielding control, sees Anya as little more than a necessary accessory, a polite shadow in his high-stakes corporate world. He is oblivious to the extraordinary power and profound secrets his wife conceals. Their carefully maintained facade shatters when a calculated assassination attempt targets Elias. In a split-second, Anya's instincts take over, forcing her to subtly, imperceptibly, save his life. Elias, a man who misses nothing, feels the precise, deliberate movement, sees the impossible timing, and realizes his quiet wife is far more than she seems. Suddenly, their forced proximity becomes a crucible. Elias, intrigued and suspicious, begins a relentless investigation into Anya's past, determined to uncover the truth behind her impossible actions. As he gets closer, Anya is forced to face how fragile her secret truly is. The collision of their two worlds—his of corporate power and hers of ancient discipline—becomes unavoidable. "The CEO's Secret Wife is a Hidden Martial Arts Master" is a story where the stakes just keep getting higher, where trust is a luxury, and every interaction is a careful dance between what's real and what's hidden. As dangers from both Elias's corporate rivals and Anya's martial arts enemies close in, they're thrown into a dangerous alliance. Anya must decide how much of her true self she can reveal, while Elias grapples with the shocking reality of the woman he married. Can their relationship survive the dramatic reveals, the intense action, and the profound secrets that threaten to unravel their lives and expose a hidden world to the light?

Bang! another gunshot rang in her ears followed by the endless barrage of curses from her captors. "Can't believe these bitches actually opened fire on us !" said the minion closest to her. "Seems they don't want you to get out of this alive princess "He said, his voice dripping with bloodlust. Daphne's heart raced , her thoughts full of self pity." It never seems to end does it ?" She thought. This was the fourth foster home that had been reduced to ruins immediately after adopting her . People would soon think she was cursed . Maybe she was. Who knows. Suddenly she was yanked out of her thoughts by the loud bang of the door. "Bring her out here !" said a burly dangerous looking man ."Yes Sir!!"said the minions finally pulling her off the floor . She winced as her bruises and deep wounds scraped furniture around her. She was led out of the wooden shed-like house and onto a concrete pavement where she was tossed to the ground. She landed with a thud on the pavement bruising her knees even more. She didn't even lift her head knowing she couldn't face the family that had taken her in with kind hearts. The one she had now torn apart . She felt someone grab her by the hair and pull her head up. Tears flowed down her cheeks as she silently endured the pain on her scalp. As she opened her eyes she saw her foster mom looking directly at her,teary eyed. "What's the verdict mama?" Asked one of the goons while shoving her face to the side. "Can we have her for tonight then you come get her tomorrow?"he said while stripping her with his eyes . Daphne shivered under his intense gaze. Unable to shake off the feeling of being violated . Meanwhile her parents turned their backs on her got into their luxury sports car and left her on the road in the hands of those ruffians . She couldn't help but feel a sense of abandonment and hopelessness.

Volume 1 Complete. Each volume is independent novel. ___________________________________________________________ Emperor killed her mother, and placed a bounty on her and her brother's life. A Prince almost killed her brother to steal his power. If any one so much as gets a whiff about her ability, she will probably get murdered in sleep... Even with all these things, Jiushu is determined to have a good life. After all she got nifty farming system with portable space, a boy friend who can teleport her any where and a little brother who can throw a storm at any one she dislikes. all she needs to do is settle down and have fun.... Go to the prison --- meet mining expert Go to the mountain --- meet blacksmith grandmaster Run Far so emperor won't find her... explore four corners of the world... meet weird plants.. meet weird animals .. eat great food.. and grow stronger... Then.. return where she started... After all, her bestfriend still wants revenge.. the emperor is still a bad man - he still needs to die. ֍-----------֎-----------֎ Discord : https://discord.gg/mRhYYtHPEy Instagram: Miuhozuki I answer questions on Discord, and post character pictures, location profiles and relevant content to story on Instagram.

Erika Belion never expected her life to suddenly take such a dangerous turn. She used to be just a low-income omega who worked several part-time jobs just to make ends meet with food and a roof over her head due to a difficult family situation. The wolf never expected that in the middle of a presentation by her musical group in a small speakeasy, her heat would be unleashed, and since she did not have a partner, she ended up emitting irresistible pheromones that, added to her lack of control, turned her act into a spectacle of mockery. That night she felt so humiliated that she had to leave without pay because, in addition to her zeal, she did not have the courage to look her boss in the eyes. But while Erika ran as fast as she could to her car to go straight to her apartment, feeling so embarrassed that she did not realize that from one moment to the next the laughter along with the degrading mockery towards her could be heard in the background. They stopped dead in dead silence. If only he had been in better condition or taken a moment to compose himself, perhaps he would have learned sooner that his heat would have drawn the attention of someone extremely dangerous. Among all the alphas who might have been interested in her for some reason or another... the one who was most interested was the boss of one of the most dangerous mafias on the continent. William Aballay. ----- William Aballay is the leader of one of the oldest and most powerful organized crime families. An alpha who had everything at his fingertips, he thought that in the next few years, he would be busy with the daily grind of managing his, in the process, inherited empire. Unfortunately, this is not his biggest problem at the moment. He is used to commanding and maintaining order for both his followers and his supposed competitors. He can take care of that with his eyes closed and both hands tied behind his back. What he was not mentally or physically prepared for was finding a beautiful woman who caught his attention more than any other woman he had ever met. ----- "William, our relationship is not good..." -Erika whispered, with a trembling voice, turning her back on the alpha, not being able to see him in the eyes- "I bring out the worst in you" -When she was about to run towards the door, he suddenly felt as if one hand was placed on his waist while the other snaked towards his neck, squeezing it a Little- "Ho, my dear Erika" -the black-haired man would tighten his grip a little, bringing his mouth close to the omega's ear, touching it lightly- "you couldn't be more wrong" -the shiver that this action caused only made him smile- "what you saw a few moments ago was simply the real me... the William that everyone fears and respects because he knows what will happen to them if they don't" "W-Wil..." "I would kill everyone I consider allies with my bare hands before I lost you" -he murmured, a dark smile now curving his lips- "I would kill the world itself if it dares to make the slightest scratch on you. You belong to omega... and nothing and no one will change that"

The story of a young female designer named "Nongnapat". She is someone who loves and is dedicated to her work, but has never been successful. She has entered her designs into various competitions many times, but every time, she has failed! Until she accidentally became an online showgirl. In this era where applications and Live websites are popular among pretty girls, Nongnapat did more than anyone else! She took this opportunity to modify the clothes she had designed and combined them with her body to show off her body with great enjoyment. She only thought that "Even if no one accepts it, at least let the work be seen by the eyes of the world."

At her wedding banquet, a man claiming to be Selina's lover stormed in, brandishing so-called intimate photos and causing chaos. Selina immediately saw through this as a scheme orchestrated by her half-sister, Natalia. However, Selina's fiancé, Ryan, not only refused to believe her but also went out of his way to defend Natalia. It turned out that Ryan and Natalia had already developed feelings for each other in secret. Everyone—Selina's father, stepmother, and Ryan's parents—knew about their affair, except for Selina, who was left in the dark. Taking advantage of the situation, Selina's father suggested swapping brides, proposing that Natalia replace Selina and complete the wedding. Ryan's family not only didn’t object but wholeheartedly supported the idea. That was the moment Selina finally realized the cruel truth: her family and Ryan's family were nothing but wolves in sheep’s clothing! "Cancel the engagement? Fine. But let it be clear—I’m the one rejecting you, you two-timing, spineless excuse for a man!" Selina declared with unshakable confidence. Her gaze then swept across the room, landing on an elegant and distinguished man. She vaguely remembered him as Ryan’s younger uncle. Walking over, she boldly asked, "Sir, how about getting married?" The man raised an eyebrow, finding her audacity intriguing. "It would be my honor, madam," he replied. ...

Misty just wanted to get away from her humdrum office life to see the Northern Lights, but after falling off her ship, she finds herself transmigrated to the realm of Tumult where people can shift into beasts and marriage is a magical contact between compatible souls. Now she must find her soulmates before the foundation of this new world falls apart! With overpowered magic and a pair of divine guides, she is stuck here learning the rules of magic and society. #beastworld #reverseharem #magic #isakai #overpowered **Chapters with (M) contain mature content. **Image generated using starryai

she saw him yesterday coincidently and today their family planning marriage ... they took time to get to know each other... will their bond grows ? or there will be a lot of struggle ? at the end will they get married.. ?

All the Places You Stay is a 100-chapter romantic family saga set in the charming riverside town of Elden Bridge. It follows the journey of Violet Morgan, a soulful bookstore owner, and Adam Carlisle, a wandering photographer. Their love story is challenged by a decades-old family feud, returning past lovers, memory loss, and the layered web of friendships, secrets, and healing. The novel combines heartfelt romance with comedy, emotional introspection, and themes of forgiveness and memory. Each chapter reveals more of their bond, the town’s eccentric characters, and the deeply personal battles they face.

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.

One minute, she was spiraling out of her scooter, watching in horror as her fried chicken flew into the horizon. The next minute, she was signing the contract to become a mother to his sons while staring into his glacier blue eyes. "The contract is effective as of now" He announced, as he dropped the pen. His brow was lifted challengingly and his voice reverberated around the room, bounced and sent zings of electricity down her spine. She tilted her head to a side, studying him covertly as she smiled menacingly. She was going to make him regret his decision. Let the games begin..!

“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?

Revenge is a dish best served cold, with dollop of whipped suffering and a sauce of acute humiliation. Karma would do anything to exact revenge on the one who was responsible for her mother's death, her father's disdain and distrust, and a miserable life. She was manipulated, maltreated, and humiliated by the one she trusted the most. Her stepsister!! Discovering she had only three days left to live, Karma would go to any length to exact revenge. Even offering herself to the scary and powerful demon overlord. A contract. Blood oath. Manipulation. Betrayal. And lots and lots of revenge.

Synopsis: She was supposed to be a heroine. Elegant, gentle, full of love and light. Instead, she set worlds on fire and laughed as they burned. They called her unpredictable. Uncontrollable. Unfit. So the system did what any responsible authority would do— They kicked her out. Changed her roles. Erased her stats. Locked her out of the scripts and threw away the key. But chaos? Chaos doesn't need a key. It picks the lock, drinks your tea, and seduces your male lead just for fun. Now the worlds are glitching. Protagonists are crying. Love interests are dying. And she's the system's last option... again. So they sent her back— As a villainess. As a man. As a mother. As a monster. They even gave her a fat talking cat named Dumplings for "emotional support." (He's not very supportive.) But she's not here to fix anything. She's here to rewrite the game, kill clichés, and maybe commit light arson along the way. Is she the multiverse's final hope—or its ultimate bug? --- Five Worlds. Five Missions. Infinite Chaos. First World – "Dumplings, come out! I swear on my fake maternal instinct I won't kill you—yet." She wakes up with an instant son. Cute. Except he might be cursed, and her so-called "Supreme Guardian Spirit" is a cat the size of a bowling ball. "Come out or I'm microwaving your tuna." (Modern world with dramatic secrets and a mystery thicker than Dumpling's fur.) Second World – She's a ghost. Or maybe not. Who cares? Her imaginary heart aches. The afterlife sucks. And she even have to look after a son And someone seems very eager to erase her existence—again. She drags Dumplings by his tail through the void. "Tell me who's behind this or I'm haunting your next nine lives!" Third World – She's a man. A broke one. With angry creditors pounding at the door and shouting, "Pay your debt, scum!" FL: "DUMPLINGS!" Dumplings: "Okay, in my defense, you offended literally everyone here. I'm just the messenger don't offend people that determine which world you enter next time take this as a warning."dumpling thought (And the body's original owner? Let's just say... he left her a lot of problems.) Fourth World – "You're dying anyway," said the ml. "Might as well donate your organs to Olive and be a blood bank ." Help my life is in danger fl scream. In danger then why are they cowering in front of you dumpling thought. why are they scared of you please pretty host put the bomb down dumplings said. Should I put it down but I'm mad who is attacking me come out don't be scared fl scream then boom Fifth World – She was supposed to seduce the Male Lead. Easy. Classic. Been there and make the fake heroin suffer. But... why does this one give her chills? especially anytime she is with the ml I'm done I can finally go back to my world with money I'm going to build a house made up of money fl thought. Then what about me a voice said. Who is this sorry no love this princess only love herself only those foolish fall for me FL bragged but why is he bringing chain . Yes and I have been foolish time to correct my mistake the voice said and now how dear FL run for her life but her billions burn to ashes her dream of being a queen oh hell no this world will suffer

A shy but hardworking small town girl never imagined that one clumsy mistake would tie her fate to a cold, arrogant billionaire. What starts as a chaotic and accidental union slowly turns into something deeper love. But the path to happily ever after is filled with passion, secrets, betrayal, and dangerously powerful enemies. Can love survive the storm, or will it burn them both?

Raeya Evaleen Alvera grew up with childhood wounds that never truly healed. When she was arranged to marry Daren Hayden Aldrich—a cold, ambitious CEO—Raeya tried to endure a marriage she never asked for. But everything changed when Daren returned from a two-month business trip. The man who was once harsh had become someone entirely different. He was gentle. Attentive. Loving her in ways she never imagined. Too perfect. Too unfamiliar. His sudden change brought her happiness… but also fear. Something felt off. And deep down, Raeya knew— this newfound love was hiding a secret far deeper than she could ever imagine.

Bochang finds himself transported to another world, and upon opening his eyes, he encounters two Stellaron Hunters - Silver Wolf and Kafka. [Dating Options Activated.] [Option 1: In this moment... there's no more time for hesitation. Shout at Kafka, "Mom!" - Completion Reward: Randomly obtain the power of one out of twelve talismans.] [Option 2: Shouting is unrefined and may startle others. Instead, try gently saying, "Kafka?" - Completion Reward: Get beat up by Kafka.] [Option 3: As someone who suddenly appeared, perhaps you should act normal by expressing confusion: "Who... are you?" - Completion Reward: Unlock the Abundance Fate Path and gain a random Imaginary ability.] Feeling powerless, Bochang internally protested, What kind of dating options are these? Seriously, there's not even a hint of romance involved! However, it wasn't until some time later that the black-haired youth realized the tragic reality, that these supposed "Dating Options" were actually "Troublesome Dating Options." Watching as girls like Stelle, March 7th, and Himeko circled around him, Bochang thought, "I want to fall in love." Dating Options replied, "No, you don't." *** Please support me on Patreon, where you can read a bunch of extra chapters, not just for this novel, but for all the novels I'm translating. I upload at least 2 times daily for each novel (meaning there are at least twice as many chapters on Patreon compared to here on Webnovel). https://www.pat reon.com/ThatGreatStuff