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By the year 3029 CE, Earth's technology has developed rapidly, borders no longer exist, and Earth has been unified, marking the beginning of the era of the Federation. At that time, a huge sword flew from the heavens, piercing the sun and causing a huge sensation on Earth. Perhaps because the scabbard of the sword was already in tatters, countless shards have broken off from it following the collision with the sun and spread across the universe. Many of these shards have landed on various places across Earth. With the arrival of the bronze sword and its shards, a new unlimited energy source has suddenly appeared on Earth. This energy source has since been named Spirit Qi. Spirit Qi is like air, thick in some places and thin in others. As the Federation and other factions gather more shards, they discover more information on cultivation, pill refinement, Spirit Stone refinement, and other techniques. The words on the shards have an ancient feel to them, making it a trend for people to use ancient language. The appearance of Spirit Qi rapidly makes the original energy sources obsolete and has completely changed people's lives. Not only has the Spirit Internet been formed, Spirit Qi has also changed the course of Human Civilization, causing the world to enter a civilization of cultivation. This would later come to be known as the Spirit Inception Era.

Celeste Hartwell was raised as a rich family’s precious only daughter—until her eighteenth birthday party exposed the truth. She was not the real heiress. Celeste expected the real daughter, Mara Vale, to hate her, humiliate her, and take everything back. Instead, Mara quietly insisted that Celeste stay because the Hartwell mansion was still her home too. When others bully Celeste for being the fake heiress, Mara protects her. When Celeste’s fiancé tries to switch his attention to Mara, Mara throws him away without mercy. No matter how badly Celeste behaves, Mara refuses to abandon her. Celeste should be relieved. So why does her heart race every time Mara gets close? She is straight… right?

Colonel Cassandra Blackwell has spent her life defined by discipline, duty, and control. As the commanding officer of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, she has no room for distractions—especially not someone like Major Shae Carter. A legendary Special Forces operative with a reputation for accomplishing the impossible, Shae is brilliant, reckless, frustratingly charming, and completely unlike anyone Cassandra has ever met. What begins as a professional partnership quickly evolves into something neither woman expected. Beneath Shae’s confidence lies a lifetime of scars, secrets, and sacrifices. Beneath Cassandra’s composed exterior is a woman learning, perhaps for the first time, what it means to let someone in. As military investigations, dangerous missions, and the ghosts of Shae’s past threaten to pull them apart, the two women find themselves drawn together in ways neither can ignore. Forced to navigate duty, trust, vulnerability, and an attraction that grows stronger with every passing day, they must decide whether the risks of opening their hearts are worth the possibility of losing them. Set against the backdrop of military life, international operations, and impossible odds, this is a story of loyalty, healing, found family, and discovering that sometimes the bravest thing a soldier can do is allow themselves to be loved. —————— It’s a slow-burn romance… because apparently I enjoy making my characters (and readers) wait for the good stuff. But don’t worry—the sparks start catching fire by the end of Volume 1. There are three volumes filled with a few surprises along the way that I’m definitely not going to spoil… you’ll just have to keep reading. I hope you enjoy the story! This is my first time writing, so I’d love to hear what you think—the characters, the storyline, the drama, and all the little moments in between. Stay tuned… you thought Volume 1 was the end? Oh, no. We’re just getting started. —————————————————— 9/19/26: To everyone who’s been reading my novel—thank you! I truly hope you’ve been enjoying the story so far! I also wanted to make a little announcement: I’m going back and rewriting the first two novels to make the writing flow more smoothly and feel less choppy. The storylines have NOT changed at all—the characters, plot, and everything that happens are still exactly the same. I’ve simply given the writing a little polish. So, if you decide to reread them and notice that some things sound different, that’s why! And if you haven’t read them yet, hopefully you’ll enjoy the smoother version even more. It’s definitely been a lot of work, but I really think it’ll pay off in the end and make the story a better reading experience. Thank you for sticking with me and giving my story a chance. I hope you enjoy it either way!

Do you believe in incarnations ??? Have you ever wondered what lies in the depths of the Bermuda Triangle??? Would believe if I said that your college crush was actually the Almighty herself??? Hardly, isn't it ??? But you're one those who do believe, than join me in my very first novel as I (Under_TheBlueMoon) take you through a dangerous but, heart warming journey of two die-hard lovers who found love in their quest for revenge. ............. A curse.... A boon.... A magical necklace.... And a pack of dare devils.... Brought Lia and Zhuang Gohan face-to-face with each other once again .But, if you think this was the start of their unrequited love story than your gravely mistaking, my friend. If anything Zhuang Gohan cared about was Lia's blood!! Bestowed upon him the title ' The Tyrant Prince ' by the business world, he was a real life prince whose name earned him more than just fear. Like every male protagonist, his life was also complex and enwreathed in conspiracies, betrayal and heart break until he met the Nymph of Infinity. His whole world shattered into pieces at that every moment and his own life became an absolute lie. As for Lia, oblivious of Zhuang Gohan's existence and his motives she was on a quest to find her memories and her origins. Born in the sacred and secret community of the Guardian Virgins she was meant to be another scarficial goat for the heaven above. Everything was set to stone for her yet, at the nick of time destiny played it's wild card. Her ,other's scarifice became her greatest boon. Thus, changing the course of her fate and that of the creation at large. Unlike many female protagonist, whose stories begin with miseries caused by evil step sisters, evil step mothers, uncaring father, trashy husband, or because they were illegitimate Lia had none of that. Yet, what she had for her miseries was something those protagonists could never imagine. So what exactly were Lia's miseries??? Why did her mother had to scarifie herself in order to protect her daughter??? Who were the Guardian Virgins and what was their purpose on earth??? Why was Zhuang Gohan out for Lia's blood?? Who was the Nymph of Infinity and what did she had to do with Zhuang Gohan???? The answers to these questions and many more lie in pages of this story. Hop on to enjoy a cliche story full of magic spells, face slapping gods and goddesses, super humans, mischief with and over dose of cuteness. ........... This is my very first story and English is not exactly my first language. So those with extraordinary grammar please bare with it. Also, while writing this story I'm side by side editing it as well so I request all my readers to kindly be patient. And please please please, if you like my theme and this story please add it to your library and leave a power stone votes. It helps a lot!! Lastly, please don't hesitate to leave a comment and review on your thoughts about the story. I would love to hear them. Thank you.. Hope you enjoy... P. S : CHECK OUT MY NEW STORY LOVING THE PEOPLE'S PRINCESS...

Colton Cruz is the best of the best; this bodyguard, with the soft hazel eyes, lives for the rush and excitement that the Mafia world provides. You might find yourself on his speed dial, but you will not be the one that will capture his heart. Trinity Stone is the spoilt brat that becomes Colton's next assignment. She is a pleasure on the eye but an absolute nightmare to be around. This lonely and misunderstood girl is the heir to the Stone Crime Family. Colton soon finds him desiring what he cannot have, the daughter of one a Mafia Boss. As they navigate their way through this new and forbidden love, they are faced with all the reasons why they are not allowed to be together. There is always more to what meets the eye; they shall face secrets and lies that shall test the strength of their love. How far will Colton go to get what he desires the most?

ONE LIST. SEVEN DAYS. ZERO REGRETS. A sheltered heiress with a wild to-do list hires a gruff bartender as her bodyguard. What could go wrong? Heiress Marissa Vanderson has lived her entire life behind velvet ropes and gilded gates, longing for something real. With a childhood list of “normal” adventures in hand, she breaks free from her family’s suffocating protection and heads to the city. But running away isn’t as easy as it sounds, especially for someone whose wildest rebellion so far has been sneaking extra dessert. Enter Dane Sinclair: gruff bartender, reluctant hero, and the only man in town willing to play bodyguard to a clueless debutante with the world's most boring to-do list. As Marissa chases ordinary experiences and Dane tries desperately to keep her out of trouble (and out of his heart), sparks fly, secrets unravel, and “falling in love” threatens to become the wildest adventure of all. ***|***|***|***|*** Thank you for checking out my story! I appreciate your support while I was playing in the Web Novel sandbox, but now I'm off to other adventures on a different platform. If you want to hang out with me outside of Web Novel, please visit my website: https://www.michelebardsley.com

Ella was betrayed on her 25th birthday by Alpha Eric, leading to a one-night stand at a bar. She Initially mistaking Eric for just a call boy, later, she discovers that he is actually an Alpha of a pack, leading to an unwanted pregnancy. She ran away without a trace, bearing and taking care of the twins alone. It's later turned out to be an interesting romance. What happens when Eric discover that the twins are actually his? Will Ella forgive Eric for betraying her?

Aramide Bankole never imagined her marriage would end so soon. After less than a year as a wife, she’s left widowed and pregnant—a bittersweet discovery that brings as much pain as it does hope. Her in-laws’ hostility only adds to her grief, and when threats against her life begin, she realizes her challenges are far from over. Someone wants her gone, but she has no idea who or why. Folarin Giwa has handled his fair share of tough assignments as head of security, but protecting Aramide is turning out to be a whole new ballgame. She’s smart, headstrong, and insists she doesn’t need anyone’s help—even with danger closing in around her. As the threats get more serious, Folarin realizes that keeping her safe is going to take more than just his skills—it’s going to take trust. Especially with her father convinced that her in-laws are behind the attacks, desperate to keep her and her baby away from inheriting the family business. With the odds stacked against them, will Aramide and Folarin find a way to trust each other and take down the enemy, or will they lose everything? #Protecting Aramide #Nigeria #Africa #black love #Romance #clean romance #Christian Romance #billionaire romance #bodyguard romance #romantic suspense #Billionaire #Abuja #second chance #fake relationship

There’s nothing wrong with a harmless little crush, right? And who better to crush on than the gorgeous man next door? The one who would never look twice in my direction. Except he does. The first time he pins me in place with his dark gaze, I’m rendered speechless.  The first time he lays his hands on me, I melt.  And the first time he takes me, well…I fall to pieces, wondering if I’ll ever be the same again. Everything about him screams danger. And yet I’d be lying through my teeth if I didn’t admit that was part of the attraction. Chicago is supposed to be a new beginning for me.  A chance to find my bearings and live again.  The man next door is the last person I should be getting involved with. And yet, here I am. A moth dancing too close to the flickering flame, hoping I don’t get torched. Protecting What's Mine was created by Jennifer Sucevic, an EGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

With hesitant steps and a kitchen knife in hand, Claire makes her way to the storeroom where the noise came from. The lights in the tiny room were off as usual yet the soft wind hitting her nose tells her that she had forgotten to shut the window. As she walks over to the window, the door shuts close behind her, making her yelp and turn around. She isn't alone. Before she could think of her next move, the brunette is pinned to the wall behind her by a firm grip on her neck. She couldn't see the face of her attacker but his strong scent of rain mixed with the metallic smell of his blood hits her nostrils. Claire could tell the Rogue is smirking with his face so close to hers and as his grip tightens on her throat, her air supply gets cut short. Her lips quiver only to say one word, "..Mate..." ______________________________________________ Claire Skylar has already turned 27 but didn't find her mate. With her being too weak to protect herself or her family, her parents forced her to be in a live-in relationship with a pack warrior. Another rogue attack at her pack leads her with an unexpected encounter with her destined one, Alex Cooper, a rogue.