book of martyrs stories

“Perhaps we are indeed the main characters of the story, but who is to say we are not the Galactic Republic in the prequel --- No matter how many victories we seize or how many foes we slay, our fate has been sealed from the very beginning.” --- KR043. When a portal to another world was created in the deserts of Nevada, the United States, humanity was faced with a choice. Neglect it, and pray nothing happens. Or confront it, and in doing so, pay a dear cost. Earth chose the latter, and thus, came the heroic tales of the Phasewalker Corps. And thus, came the numberless skirmishes, battles, and wars that would ravage across Humanity's enemies. And thus, came the warcry that would soon echo through countless worlds. "For Earth! For Humanity! For...Victory!" This is the story of the generation that burns.

In a world forged of darkness and blood... in a life where secrets are as sharp and destructive as swords, how dangerous can it be to love? Undera, the untouchable Master of the Blue Lily, knew this danger better than anyone. He had lived his life without a single spark of affection, compassion, or surrender. That is, until he discovered that "Crimson Jewel" glowing in the heavy, sooty shadows of the Darta barracks. The moment he saw Theon Draoan, all the calculating walls in his mind crumbled, leaving only one primal, selfish desire: To make him his own. But what would this obsessive belonging blooming in the mud of Darta cost? A city trying to rise from its ashes? A massive empire ruled by blood? Or their own lives? Undera chose not to think about it. The venom of the Capital, the bloody secrets of the Temple, and even his own approaching end no longer mattered. Because in this filthy world to which his soul never belonged, where he loathed everyone; Theon was the only one who made his delicate heart—hidden behind a porcelain mask—truly beat for the first time. Secrets topple empires, swords spill blood. But the only thing that can light this dark world is the fire of that Crimson Jewel. If you water a blue lily with blood, it too becomes tainted.

Martha, Martha is a deeply sensual, darkly poetic journey of a woman stripped of self and reborn in absolute submission. After awakening in a void with no memory or escape, 27-year-old Martha descends into a strange new world-a Castle ruled by a masked, formless Master whose Will is law. Subjected to trials of pain, denial, servitude, and desire, Martha is reshaped by five enigmatic Maids, each teaching her obedience, pleasure, loyalty, and control. Through erotic rituals and spiritual unmaking, she becomes Myrrha-no longer a woman of the past, but a vessel of reverence and sacred lust, living only to serve and be shaped by the Master's hand. Martha, Martha is not about loss. It's about becoming. All Rights Reserved.

Set in the same universe as "Shield of reason" a girl from far off has to deal with her own rather normal problems of life.

why hiding the feelings we have have for someone if we care about them. Mary loves Eric but she can't let him know while Khalid is trying to make Mary fall for him his ex is hellbent on taking Mary out of the way.

An ordinary young man named Rei Delfort, entered the Yonji academy after accidentally opening the seal of an evil spirit that had been sealed for thousands of years. His life changed drastically after living in the Yonji academy, he also not only went to school to study karma, but he also often helped other students and made friends with Guren Vasta, Hiro Aspirant, Finn Kansior, Ephyra Liana, Rhaptalia Dequeens

His was not just a tragic end,but an unfortunate beginning. Death found Marg at the hands of those he considered dear,his fellow brothers in crime. Having leaved a life of evil,sin and bad deeds,he had expected hell to welcome him with a big warm hug,only for him to wake in a pitch dark,dump cave on a mountainous range,with a splitting headache.

Before marrying Silas, Joyce had only met him three times. A marriage of convenience, a secret agreement, for a term of three years. She's fresh off a heartbreak — the man she chased for years told her they "weren't a good match." Silas has his own baggage: rumor says he's still hung up on a white moonlight who happens to look just like Joyce. So that's all she is. A substitute. ** In the second year of their marriage, on Joyce's birthday, she drank too much and, in front of everyone, tugged on his tie, pinning him underneath her: "You look... a lot like my husband." The Thorne family's second master, known for being rational and unfeeling, was flustered by her that night. He leaned in close to her ear and coaxed in a low voice, "Be good." The next day Joyce woke up to find her lips were swollen. This… Who did this! When she went to question him, she discovered Silas's lip was bitten. He stared at her and said slowly, "You crossed the line first." ** The scandal leaked. At a party, her ex-boyfriend stepped in: "She's mine. Who dares talk?" Then Silas walked in. The room went silent. "Yours? Since when?" "Joyce, tell me. Whose are you?" So much for the secret marriage. So much for being a substitute. This was supposed to be fake… wasn't it?

Fu Xiaoxiao transmigrates into a book and immediately faces the crisis of being sent to the countryside. As the unloved middle child, her younger sister is the one meant to go — but her mother transfers her job to the sister instead. A disaster of a start. To avoid being sent away, she has to marry within seven days. She meets a few ordinary men and decides she'd rather go to the countryside. Then she runs into a neighbor who's also looking for a spouse — and his conditions are surprisingly good. A dowry of three hundred? Bicycles and a radio? Just take care of the kids, and separate rooms are fine? The others may pass, but she won't. Every day is a battle of wits with the two kids. Life is eventful, she gets a salary every month, and the boss is never home. Absolutely perfect. Except... wasn't this big shot supposed to be infertile? Then why does he keep strutting around naked in front of her? She has professional ethics. She won't be seduced by a good body. Hmph. Men only slow down her sword swing. Lu Feng grits his teeth at Fu Xiaoxiao, who remains completely unmoved by his countless attempts to seduce her, and traps her in his arms. "Boss, let's talk this through. I know forty a month is a bit much — how about... five less?" Trapped in his embrace, Fu Xiaoxiao thinks he's unhappy with her high salary and starts bargaining. "I'm giving myself to you for free." Lu Feng grinds out through clenched teeth. This woman has no heart. "...Can I say no?" Fu Xiaoxiao swallows, staring at the washboard abs so close. "Such a good deal — are you sure you don't want it?" Lu Feng squints, tempting her. "Fine." A fool turns down a bargain.

Olivia transmigrated from the apocalypse to the modern era. Not only that, her dimension and superpower came along with her. She felt that the good days were about to begin. But before she could be happy for even three days, the internet was flooded with posts slandering her. Advertisers and directors want to terminate her contracts, and her company wants to blacklist her? How could this be? She wanted to use the money to enjoy modern life to the fullest. Without money, how could she enjoy anything? So, who's slandering her online? I'll find you and dig up all your dirty secrets. Who wants to terminate her contract? Terminate it immediately. After termination, she'll go on to endorse international luxury brands instead. Terminating the script contract? Good, that's great! If the contract isn't terminated, how can she film the blockbuster drama of the year and win awards with it? Modern life is so wonderful, eating and drinking every day. There's just one tiny problem. Why are there suddenly two babies growing in her belly? And who is this ridiculously handsome man who appeared out of nowhere, claiming to be their father?