the flames of hope

[COMPLETED :)] [WARNING R19+ CONTENT] "I have eight hours to live." That's the first thing I hear after waking up in the beast world novel I was reading. A pop-up screen flashes in my face: [Welcome, Host! Activate the Baby Making System!] [Task 1: Get pregnant in 8:00:00.] [Penalty for Failure: Horrible Death.] To survive, I have to find a man, any man, and do the deed. As a worthless side character, my options are limited, and my time is running out. I'm forced to make an impossible, desperate choice. I didn't know why the system chose me until after that first, desperate night. In a world where the powerful are sterile, my human body has the highest fertility ever seen. I thought my first task was to survive. I was wrong. That first man was just the beginning. Now, I'm not just a side character... I'm the only hope for this world, and every possessive male from every powerful clan is coming for me. **** If you are looking for a female lead who loves to curse out loud and do whatever the fuck she wants with her life, then this book is for you. She is also very picky with the males and makes sure they are very handsome and have the right *assets*... ahem. OTHER TAGS: NPC Character • Posessive • Polygamy • Beast World • Sassy System • Sassy Female Lead • Smart / Cunning Female Lead • Anti-Heroine • Comedy • Obsession • Romance • Shameless • Sexy Men • Chaotic. Updates: 3x chapters every weekend. 2x chapters every day. 5x chapters every Wednesday or Tuesday.

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] In a world where mythical beings have fallen into an "eternal slumber," a thriving underground market exploits the stolen essence of these dormant creatures. At its epicenter are dragons—majestic beings desired for their scales, organs, and prized eggs. The most coveted treasure of all is a dragon's name, a key that holds the power to control its very existence. Dragon Lord, guardian of a clutch of dormant eggs, lives in isolation atop a hill, surrounded by a forest that veils his castle. He bears the scars of past betrayals, having been deceived by those who feigned love to steal his treasures or claim his head as a bounty. Jaded and cold, he trusts no one, living a solitary existence. However, his solitude is shattered when a woman unwittingly stumbles into his life. Yara finds herself in Dragon Lord's treasured den amidst a battle between the dragon and thieves. In a twist of fate, she mistakenly bonds with the dormant eggs, breathing life into them. Reluctantly, Dragon Lord allows Yara into his world, and their journey unfolds amid the looming threat of underground organizations seeking to exploit the dragons for profit. As the eggs come to life, so does an unexpected connection between Dragon Lord and Yara. Despite his cold and jaded exterior, he finds himself unable to ignore her presence. Yara, too, cannot deny the pull she feels towards him, and emotions begin to burn beneath the surface. Together, they must navigate the challenges of waiting for the eggs to hatch, fend off those who seek to exploit the dragon and its offspring, and confront the secrets that Yara harbors—a revelation that could destroy everything. In this tale of flames and gold, two scarred souls in a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity must confront the ghosts of their pasts. They navigate the dangerous currents of love and deception, protecting unborn dragons from a world hungry for their magic. Will their bond withstand the trials ahead, or will the flames of betrayal engulf them in the end? A/N: It starts out SLOW, because I tend to get lost in the pages and be descriptive but once it gets to the action, it really picks up! Looking forward to growing with you all on this journey!!!

{Warning: Contains Mature Content} “Those who venture into the flames shall be consumed by its tongue—And they shall be called the Fallen.” One bloody night, Ember AshFall loses everything she never truly had. Born without magic, rejected by her coven and forsaken by her own family, she was always the outcast. But on that night of monstrosity, they were all plunged into the flames to burn to their deaths. And Ember did burn with them... until he pulled her from the fire. Khaos BlueBlood. Immortal. Cold-blooded Original Vampire. Battle-scarred god. He was nothing like the men from her cold, distant world. And when she rises from the ashes like a phoenix, he offers her a choice: stay a powerless witch… or risk everything and become something more. It was never truly a choice. In a deadly twist of fate, Ember assumes the identity of a dead princess—her doppelganger and heiress to the most powerful Human Clan. Thrust into a court of silk and knives, she becomes a pawn of the Queen Consort—a grieving mother who lost her real daughter, and now uses Ember in her place to enact cold-blooded vengeance. Yet amid the games of politics and power, Ember begins to feel something she's never known: twisted, complicated love. And from none other than the very mother who uses her… and perhaps, cherishes her too. Determined to protect her new life, Ember becomes the perfect daughter, the flawless princess. She learns to smile while wielding secrets, flawlessly playing the game of hearts and thrones among a royal family that wouldn’t hesitate to spill blood for power. Then he returns. Eight years later, Khaos BlueBlood is back to collect the price for saving her. A price so steep it unearths ancient truths and threatens everything she’s built. But what begins as a debt owed soon burns into something neither of them can afford—an attraction forged in fire, forbidden by duty, and dangerous enough to ruin them both. Torn between the queen who forged her and the vampire who saved her, Ember must navigate a world of fire and betrayal—where loyalty is born through pain, and love is just another form of control. Especially when the witch powers she never had begin to awaken—and they all lead back to him. One wears a stolen crown. One sharpens a stolen daughter. One hides a dagger behind every smile. And in a world where fire feeds the fallen, only the cruel will survive.

[Completed] Days after Hope saved her village from a terrifying monster, she is ripped from her forest home by the vicious Lord Drake. Her special ability to tame animals makes her the perfect candidate to resolve his problem. The essence of the most powerful and cruel dragon resides inside him. But Hope is not lost! Before long, Hope finds herself intrigued by Drake. She doesn't know who is more ruthless, the man or the dragon. Will she be able to tame the Fire Dragon? Or will taming the man prove to be even harder? Drake is an exiled prince and a monster with a beast inside of him. Finding someone wild and bold who can wreak havoc in his life was something he never thought possible. Will he be able to cope with his new feelings? Buckle up for a violent roller coaster of romance, humor, wild animals, and wilder humans. WPC#173 - Bronze Tier Winner ----- Excerpt He sat up from his throne and walked down the steps towards Hope. At her threat, Drake grabbed her neck and pushed her onto the wall with the full intensity of his power. His face was so close that she could feel his hot breath on her cheeks. Lime crumbled beneath Drake's sharp nails as Hope heard his husky and threatening voice. "I will see this beast and how it fares in the arena. If you can't survive, then so be it, but I would prefer you alive so I can tame you." Drake's eyes were glowing, and the murderous feeling stirring toward her was weighing heavy on Hope's chest, leaving her breathless. Or was his hand on her neck? She glared into his eyes defiantly. "The real question is who will be tamed and who will be the tamer." ----- Warning! Mature content. Discord: https://discord.gg/EfgNv8ru2z My website: https://helenbold.com New Book: Bloody Full Moon Credit for the cover goes to its rightful owner.

‘His very existence would send the world she knew into blazing fury!’ He was a ruler of the dragons, one most feared among the ancient races. All it took was a single mistake that sent his world to hell, causing him to be sealed. Thousands of years passed, and he remained sealed in a valley, with no hope of seeing the light of day but everything changed when she ventured into his prison, unleashing the terror within. Raven Drake, daughter of the strongest warlock, finds herself and the world in grave danger when she awakens the ancient beast – a sealed terror that would wreak havoc. Free, Xavier would stop at nothing to resume his ten thousand years goal… burn all to the ground. He is stopped when he meets her again, capturing her to satiate his maddening thirst for blood. What happens when a forbidden love springs forth amidst the clash of swords, blood and pain? Several conspiracies come to play in tearing the lovers apart with mysteries waiting to be solved and secrets revealed. Can Raven face all odds, keeping her sanity intact while bringing her closer to truths she wished had remained lost? Can their love transcend time or would fate prevail, this time, bringing them to ruin?

Orphaned and yearning for love, Louise Anderson finds solace with her chosen family. However, their overwhelming debt forces her to sacrifice her own future, a choice made out of gratitude. Unbeknownst to her, this decision leads her to Quailsham, a hidden world brimming with elemental magic, monstrous creatures, royal intrigues, and an impending apocalypse. Unforeseen circumstances bring her face-to-face with Prince Ludwig, burdened by the weight of his crown and a heart yearning for solace. In this perilous yet captivating realm, Louise must rely on her intelligence and strength to survive. With powerful threats emerging, her past resurfacing, and forbidden romance blossoming, she faces crucial choices that will determine her fate. Will Louise discover the peace she seeks, or will her past lead to her downfall in a world veiled in sorcery and secrets?

Hi! I am Scarlet. A girl searching for a new beginning after losing two people that I love. Moving to another place and running away from my past that haunted me was the only solution I could think of to survive. However, fate had another plan arranged for me. My life turned more complicated when I met them, Daniel and Nathan. I was not supposed to fall for him, but I did. There was no turning my back on love. Daniel and Nathan were total opposites. Although they were both successful in their own rights, they still possessed different characteristics that made them attractive in their own way. Daniel was the ideal man to love because of his similarity to my brother, Harry. Smart, down to earth, and with a gentle heart. While Nathan was the man to avoid, I could not entrust my heart to him despite the strong attraction we shared. A rich, manipulative and arrogant womanizer. Which one should I choose? Would entering a relationship help me move on from my past? Would our love be stronger than the obstacles in our path? Should I dare hope that I would have a happy ever after? Please give Scarlet a chance. Let her tell you her story. Add her to your reading list. Enjoy. But, what if… something in her past was the key to her future. -------------- "I told you before, I'm now with Daniel," I uttered with conviction, trying to convince him. "I told you that you're making a mistake of stringing Daniel along," he insisted. “It is clear that Daniel is falling for you, but I know you don’t feel the same. He is a good man, and what you’re doing with Daniel would only end badly." "Nathan, let me go," I said angrily, not wanting to be near him. "I don't know what you’re talking about, and you had no business with my affair with Daniel," I emphasized irritably. He released my left hand and gripped my jaw instead, forcing my head up. I tried to push him with my free hand but to no avail. "I'm talking about this." He lowered his head and claimed my lips in a punishing kiss. My mind was fighting not to respond with the onslaught of his mouth, but my body wanted the opposite. He pressed his body even closer than I ever thought possible, molding every inch of my body with his. I felt myself opening up to him, and he took advantage of this and plunged his tongue with mine. I became super aware of every contact of our skin. He adjusted his hands at the back of my nape and the other at my lower back, giving him more control of my body as his kisses became more demanding. My hands started having a mind of their own and began their exploration. I could feel the solid muscles in his arms and shoulders. My hand ended up in the back of his neck, clinging to him for support, as his hands started exploring my back. He slowly broke the kiss, both of us panting, trying to catch our breaths. I never felt like this before, this intense need to be kissed, to be touch. It exhilarated and frightened me at the same time. Why did I react like this to this man? I barely knew him, and I was not even sure if I like him. "I want you and you want me too.” He stated confidently taking my lips again for a rough kiss, and I welcomed it with a hunger I could not deny. I placed my hands on the back of his neck and pulled him closer. "The way you kissed and responded to my touch tells me how much you wanted this too." Finally, he released me and moved a step back. "That just proven my point. How can you go out with Daniel and just made out with me with such passion? Did you respond to his kiss the way you did to mine?" -------------- Thanks for supporting my book by adding it to your library, voting, gifts, to my top fans, and giving your feedback. A million thanks to you. It continues to inspire me to do my best to provide you with a worthwhile story for your valuable time. Credit to the owner of the beautiful book cover.

What is death? The beginning? The end? Or is it like they say, A Gateway? Why would you be brought back from the dead if it isn't a glitch in the heavenly system? Because the heavens took pity on you? or because you have a purpose that you didn't complete in your previous life ? Whatever it may be, this young incarnate will do everything in his power to live this new life to the fullest. Or would he? After falling from a tree that ended his life, Ben is reincarnated into a world of magic and might have stolen a technology that is from a very distant future and way beyond normal when he was reincarnating. Faced with different types of challenges Ben choose to overcome them one by one. But he won't be able to live a normal life. Maybe because he is now a nobleman or because he reincarnated into this world with a super computer in his head or reincarnated with powers himself. Join Ben in a rollercoaster of adventures as he moved to strive for a higher purpose. From a useless spoilt brat to the savior of many. *** Sorry guys please if you see any mistakes bare with me, and I'll try my best to fix them. This is my first novel so as you know it's still a work in progress, nevertheless I hope you enjoy it to the fullest.

Who would have thought supernaturals exists? Not I at least. Heartbroken when my crush left me for a trip with his boyfriend, I did what any sane love smitten boy will do. I decided to take care of the boyfriend's company with my crush's siblings. What I never envisioned is having to take care of not only the company but the insufferable friend Meka. A boss who sees everything bad in all I do. Determined to get the work that's allocated to me done and over with, I never expected there to be a glitch on the way. I stupidly had to fall for the Stony boss not knowing he's a fire-breather. Note: This novel took place in two universes. The first part took place on Earth while the other part took place in a fictional world.

Escaping from the living hell, Ken meets various people who add different colors to his life. He who thinks he is just any other normal human being, but does not know about hidden mysteries about himself. In this modern world that is full of underlying mysteries. He is trying to enjoy his new gain freedom, find someone to love, make new friends, whom he can depend on, but his past is catching up to him. Betrayal, Schemes, and the Hope that shatters again and again, How will he continue to prevail? Losing someone dear to him and trying to live, will he be able to live through all this?