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“An illegitimate child will always be an outsider.” For Yu Lixue, life in the Yu family was one of endless humiliation. As the unwanted daughter with no mother to defend her, she was treated like a pawn, used, ignored, and discarded. Her talents—her paintings, her songs—were stolen by her stepmother and conniving half-sister, who claimed them as their own. Her life was a series of shadows and silence, living under their lies. But when her half-sister fled an arranged marriage with Mo Ran, a powerful but reclusive man, the family forced Lixue to take her place. Once again, her wishes were disregarded. Her marriage to Mo Ran was cold, distant—another prison she had no choice but to endure. Until the night she died in a mysterious accident, her pleas for justice buried along with her. Yet fate gave her a second chance. Reborn into the same world that betrayed her, Lixue returns with a vow: she will take back everything they stole—her art, her voice, her freedom. And when she reenters her marriage with Mo Ran, he surprises her with a proposition: he will help her get revenge against those who wronged her. But Lixue is wary. Why is this man, who barely showed her any warmth before, now offering to stand by her side? As they plot against the Yu family, Lixue realizes that Mo Ran has his own reasons for revenge. Their alliance begins to blur the line between ally and enemy, and she questions whether he’s truly on her side or if he has his own hidden agenda. In a world filled with deceit and betrayal, Yu Lixue must decide: will she risk trusting her husband, or will she forge her own path to reclaim what’s hers, no matter the cost? Excerpt: Lixue stared down at the steaming bowl of soup on the table, blinking in surprise. Mo Ran placed it before her with a steady hand, his usual calm expression softened just slightly by a flicker of something unreadable in his eyes. She tried to catch his gaze, but he’d already turned away, busying himself with the teapot. “Why are you…?” she murmured, glancing between the bowl and him, her voice trailing off. He looked up, meeting her eyes with a hint of amusement. “Why am I what?” She fumbled for words, her cheeks warming. “Why are you…being so nice to me?” A small smile played on his lips, barely there but just enough to leave her heart fluttering. “Is it so strange for a husband to be kind to his wife?” She opened her mouth to reply, but nothing came out. The Mo Ran she remembered from her past life had been as cold as winter, never sparing her a second glance. This new version of him, warm and considerate, left her feeling…confused. “Eat,” he said, his voice soft. “You didn’t eat much at breakfast.” She nodded, taking the spoon with a slight tremor in her fingers. The soup was rich, comforting—something she would have loved as a child. The warmth of it melted away a part of her guardedness, leaving her strangely vulnerable. As she set down her spoon, she glanced at him again, still puzzled. “What’s gotten into you, Mo Ran?” “…” “Let’s just say I want to spoil you my darling..” Extra tags: #Rebirth#FaceSlapping #SchemingSister #ColdHusbandTurnedSweet#EnemiesToLovers#IllegitimateDaughter

Deep in the Forgotten Celestial Valley, two legendary cultivators live in seclusion: Bai Qingyu, the Divine Frost Empress, and Li Yuexin, the Everlasting Flame Sovereign. Millions of years ago, they were the undisputed rulers of the cultivation world, their love shaking the heavens. However, they mysteriously vanished, leaving behind myths and speculation. Now, the world has forgotten them. New so-called "geniuses" have emerged, and arrogant sect heirs rule the land, unaware that two sleeping dragons are about to wake. When a group of young cultivators stumbles into their valley, attempting to "conquer the mysterious ruins," they unknowingly provoke two of the strongest beings in history. Amused, Qingyu and Yuexin decide to leave their secluded paradise and explore the modern cultivation world once more. Thus begins their journey of face-slapping arrogant juniors, toppling so-called "powerhouses," exposing scheming sects, and rekindling old rivalries—all while flirting shamelessly, causing havoc, and reminding the world exactly who the real powerhouses are.

WARNING - This novel contains content that is not suitable for those whose mental age have not reached adulthood. If you think you are mature enough, think again, whether you can stomach the cruelties of reality, like killing, torturing, raping, enslaving, etc. and accept that such cruelty is a natural way of life, true to its desires. Whether or not you are mature enough, can only be decided by yourself, and only after thorough introspection. After all that, and you still think this is a book worth peeking, then you will not be stopped anymore. You have been warned. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Also, there won't be much romance when it comes to the main character, so don't expect much....maybe. You shall see. I don't know why it's labeled a fantasy romance novel just because there's a female lead.... I clearly chose Fantasy only... with a female leading the story. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Thus begins the spinning of a tale, of a certain railgu-*cough* I mean cultivator, who wishes nothing more than to live forever, so that the nearly never-ending things that they want to do can be leisurely done, -I mean, who doesn't want to take it easy?- while keeping a low profile, not to attract attention. Can they truly do so though??? Find out in the next episode of Dragon Ba-*cough cough* I mean, find out in this slow, but steady tale about a lazy, yet extremely curious low-key(?) cultivator! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Ah Yes, one last thing, the picture used does not actually belong to me. If you're the artist, and do not wish for this picture to be used, please inform me. All due credits to the original artist.

Shadows of the Divine Eagle: The Reclusive Master A peerless Sect Leader vanishes into the mists of the Jianghu, leaving behind an empty throne and a trail of blood. Was it a desperate quest for immortality, or a masterfully woven trap designed to shatter the martial world? The elderly Master awaited the destined hour to unlock the intricate mechanism of the mystical box and claim the divine scripture that would bestow upon him the gift of everlasting life. Yet, such a marvelous treasure is not easily grasped, not even by a grand personage of such power and prestige. It is whispered across the Jianghu that whoever masters the internal Neigong recorded within shall possess longevity and peerless martial prowess. Whether such claims be truth or phantom, remains to be seen. However, in the long hours of his anticipation, the elderly Master finds himself besieged by the spectral shadows of his past, as memories of ancient atrocities come rushing forth....

Disclaimer: I didn't own the illustration. Credits to the rightful owner. He's a reclusive billionaire and she is a model hired to be his guest for the evening at a local charity function. She was a famous model both local and international. Everyone admires her for her beauty. Little did they know that she had a dark secret, and because of that, she believed that no one could truly love her. What would happen if someone found out about her secret? Will she be able to tell the truth and confess everything? Or will she deny it at all cost and let it remain hidden forever? DATING THE RECLUSIVE BILLIONAIRE All Rights Reserved.

Everyone thought Liang Chen was poor. No one knew he secretly controlled billions in the shadows. When the truth finally comes out, the entire financial world will tremble.

She was dying, it was inevitable. The poison given to her over the course of several years since her sister's birth have spread throughout her veins and seep through her bones. "I was alone. There was not one single person to hold me, to comfort me, or to cry for me... I am all alone..." she mumbled as she watched the silhouette of the people she thought loved her through thick and thin, walk away intimately hand in hand. The cold air brushing through her chapped and pale skin as dried blood and tears were mixed and stuck to her body and clothes. 'In my next life, I don't want to love anymore. I want to live for myself. If there is a God. Please, don't let me suffer any longer and take me away from here. please.... anyone.' she begged as her eyes landed on the full purple moon that resembled her eyes and laid rest. She had never thought she would open her eyes once again, and when she did, time was bended and whoever heard her plea was keen on giving another shot in life. In this life, she would live a reclusive and peaceful life where pain was of the past. A life that only happiness and tranquility would bring her. A life with him..... perhaps? Her life was never rainbows or butterflies, and everything seemed so dull for her. Not until one day she woke up, she was no longer the same meek girl who would watch as the servants abused her. She was now her future self who returned after dying under the hands of the people she trusted. This time, she will take control of her life and live her remaining time in the world with the freedom she long hoped for. Even if it means she had to propose to the monstrous and sexy duke everyone hates and fears at the same time. Will she achieve her reclusive life this time? And why does love find its way to her heart when she doesn't even want it?

People are the true monsters

In this book filled with passion, romance, excitement and so much more. We learn who Renae is on a deeper level and how she struggles to survive with mental health from losing her father, Jarrod, in prison to her abusive mother and even losing her best friend to a losing battle of depression. In the beginning of the book she reunites with her father in a new school where her father is the headmaster. Her mother, Lisa, continues to try and ruin her life after Renae leaves her for school till they finally lock her in the schools prison. Renae struggles to figure out the difference between her soulmates and her twin flame and who her heart truly belongs to. You learn and love the five souls that have to break the eternal curse put on mankind which consist of Renaes first true love Eros, her twin flame Adam, her best friend Tyler, her older brother Jefferson and she herself, who is the strongest witch the world has ever known as the last and final soul. Before they break the curse, Renae and her twin flame get married in Hawaii where they learn she is actually the goddess of Empathy Elea. Shortly after the wedding they have twins and have to say goodbye after they grow eight weeks. They go to Italy where the curse had been enacted at the beginning of time on earth itself. However at the top you meet a goddess who simply wishes the world to burn and die off on its own. You're left heart broken and wondering how Renae will save Eros and everyone else from the murderous grip of this goddess who claims to be Aphrodite but Adam and Tyler knows exactly who she is. All of the unanswered questions of Reconnect are answered in its sequel Reconnections.

Bai Su, who transmigrated into a book set in the interstellar Beast World, has only one interest: making delicious food at the orphanage, raising children, and enjoying her hard-won new life. Future's great villains? The cubs are all super well-behaved in front of her! The Federation Leader comes to freeload a meal, and his disability is cured! The business emperor comes to freeload a meal, and his infertility is solved! The obese little female gets thinner the more she eats, gradually growing into the number one beauty of the Beast World. She also attracts the number one genius doctor of the interstellar era and the interstellar great captain. The villainous cubs, driving warships and controlling ten thousand beasts: "If you want to get close to our Mom, you'll have to withstand our cannon fire first!" The Federation Leader laughs in anger: "You dare to bomb my armory? Courting death!" The gloomy and bloodthirsty emperor: "A bunch of little trash! You think I'm afraid of you?" The doctor's face turns ashen: "Either give back my research results, or die!" The interstellar great captain dangerously shoulders a Barrett: "I see you're all dying to get locked up." Bai Su smiles and peeks her head out, holding a gleaming kitchen knife: "Time to eat! What are you all doing?" The big shots and the little villains, harmoniously putting their arms around each other's shoulders in a picture of fatherly love and filial piety: "Coming~~"