whispered alliances

“I want you to be my submissive.” If homicide detective Cassandra Pratt had to describe Havenfield in three words, they would be ‘small,’ ‘inconspicuous,’ and ‘boring.’ But when a series of gruesome murders shatter the town's peace, Cass is thrust into a hunt for a killer with no identity. Stumbling upon a vampire was never part of the plan, but Uriel Serpov has never been one to follow plans. Uriel is infuriating, enigmatic, and undeniably attractive. Worst of all, he knows Cass’s darkest secret—the very one that keeps her isolated from the rest of the town. Behind his sharp smile and smoldering eyes, Uriel harbors secrets of his own, and now Cass’s only hope of solving the serial murders lies through him. The line between duty and desire quickly blurs. Will Cass solve the case? Or will the heat between them consume her? Additionally tags: slow burn, bd//sm, power play

Reborn twice – first as a drowned nobody on Earth, then as a doomed noble in a cultivation saga, and now again in the distant past with fragmented memories of both lives and a mystical artifact that amplifies shared essences – a sardonic and silver-tongued schemer aims to subvert fate, cultivate a flourishing concord of captivating companions, and enact retribution on those who orchestrated his prior downfalls, all while desperately sidestepping the chaotic vortex of destined heroism.

Aurelie spun around. Two familiar hazel eyes stared back. A lock of black hair fell in his eyes. “What are you doing in here?” Tobin Moray demanded. “I’m riding a horse in the show,” Aurelie snapped back. “What are you doing here? Does your band need hay?” “I know who you are. You were that girl that ran into me at that last performance… you didn’t even apologize!” Aurelie frowned. “Yes… I did.” The guitarist frowned back, then reluctantly shrugged. “Maybe you did.” *** Aurelie Hawkins is an aspiring rider hoping to make it to the international stage. Tobin Moray is the lead guitarist of the current top band, Select Hospitality. A chance meeting is all it takes to turn their worlds upside down as love decides to intervene. Will Aurelie have to give up her riding to follow her heart? Will Tobin Moray leave his past behind and be who he wants to be? The Lead Guitar's Whispered Promise is created by Heather Dilts-Baiano, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

He is not like the boys I have met, his eyes, his hair, lips, a defined six pack abs and a narrow waistline. He is the type of handsome every girl dreams of. He was the last person I could have ever thought I would find at my best friend’s house. Never met anyone more charming,he moved his body gracefully as he gently arranged the washed plates in the racks. I stood there watching every movement from wiping his hand with a small towel to swinging the towel in a swirling motion. I gulped and stood still. “Nancy?” I finally heard my name being called, I turned to my friend Tara who gave me a weird look. As my eyes shifted from her to the half naked guy across the room, he was now staring back at me. We weren’t strangers but it felt like were at that moment. “That is my brother, Nolan”, Tara said. My jaw dropped and my eyes widened at what Tara had just said. “Your Brother???”, I repeated loudly.

Synopsis: "The Locket of Whispered Wishes" Booma thought her biggest problem was navigating high school and keeping her massive, one-sided crush on her charismatic classmate, Chinnappa, a secret. Her life was a comforting routine of shared lunchtime meals, study sessions, and the constant, hilarious annoyance of her overly-cute and food-obsessed cat, Bujji. But everything changes the day she finds a mysterious, antique locket shaped like an eternal flower. It’s no mere piece of jewelry; it's the key to Aethel, a secret fantasy world, and the source of volatile magic that grants wishes. Suddenly, Booma possesses the power to cast spells, manipulate the weather, and weave pure fiction into reality. Under Bujji’s reluctant, magical tutelage, she begins to embrace a destiny straight out of an anime—just as she is pulled into a high-stakes Fashion Show competition at school. Her dual life is exhausting, yet exhilarating. She begins using her powers subtly, excelling beyond anyone's imagination. But the price of power is painfully steep. The stronger Booma becomes, the further Chinnappa drifts away. The burgeoning magic in her locket seems inversely proportional to the closeness of her classmate, leading to gut-wrenching moments of hurting and solitude during cold Metro Train rides and lonely walks beneath a downpour of rain. When an unforeseen betrayal in the depths of a magical mountain walk finally leaves her broken, Booma is forced to confront the dark side of her wish. The grand narrative of magic and power now crashes violently into the simple reality of a damaged heart. She must ask: Is the locket a gift or a curse? Does true power lie in the grandest spell, or in the quiet strength of humanity? Now, Booma must embark on her final quest: to use the last vestiges of the magic cat locket to either repair the broken bond and rewrite her reality, or to accept the pain, save the two collapsing worlds, and find a new form of love and friendship that transcends destiny. Dive into this gripping tale where school life, epic magic, and the deepest emotions collide, and discover what Booma will sacrifice for her final, whispered wish.

I was sold to a billionaire to save my parents from jail; love story of a girl who was sold to a billionaire

The reason this comic is rated "No one 17 and under admitted" is due to the sheer amount of violence, sensitive topics, minor NSFW in detail, and the maturity requested to understand the book. If you are under the recommended age, it's your own fault for reading this book. I put a lot of effort into writing, and if you want a more friendly book, I'd suggest heading over to my book called "My Lemon Boy" when it's released. Thank you. THE MC IS A MALE My mind is blank. Blanker than a white wall, Staring back at you with no emotion. My eyes are dull, Greyer than storm clouds. Except. . . My hands are redder than they should. His body is limp in my hands, His eyes are full of dread, And it's all because of me. •°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• My name is Xavier Chuu. I was raised in the town of Merrydred, a place of fun and games until the 'clouds' came over and destroyed lives. What were these 'clouds' exactly? Well, Merrydred was a town without a hierarchy, and especially had NO signs of alphas. Merrydred was also a hidden town in far-off mountains that no one dared climb, until one idiot decided to and stumbled upon us. Anyways, back to those 'clouds', after said idiot came upon us, he raced to tell his friends after spending the day there. He wanted to take over this town, but we refused and forced him back. Well, this angered him and he brought a full fleet of 30-40 alphas. Remember, Merrydred was a town without a single alpha in sight, very few betas, gammas and even deltas, since we were isolated from the rest of the world. Back to the story, when he brought them they caused havoc and easily took over the town and claimed it theirs after 3 hours of raping, killing, harming and destroying the town until we all gave in.

In a world where blood ties and betrayal go hand in hand, Valentina Rossi and Lorenzo De Luca were born to be enemies. He is the ruthless king of the north, ruling through fear and violence. She is the heir to the Rossi empire, raised to be cunning and untouchable. Their families have been at war for generations, but when a deadly conspiracy threatens them both, they are forced into an uneasy alliance. Torn between hatred and a dangerous attraction, Valentina and Lorenzo play a game of power, seduction, and survival. Every glance is a challenge, every touch a threat, and every kiss a war. But as they navigate ambushes, betrayals, and an unseen enemy pulling the strings, the lines between enemy and lover begin to blur. In a world where loyalty is a lie and desire is deadly, can they survive long enough to uncover the truth—or will their sinful alliance be the weapon that destroys them both?

In the mesmerizing world of fantastical realms, "Whispers of Forgotten Memories" follows Mc, the seventh son of the Emperor, whose coming-of-age ceremony leads him to an abyss of agony, driven by a secret he cannot recall. Saved by an enigmatic girl with no memory of her own, their inexplicable connection sparks an extraordinary romance. As the girl's savior, Mc embarks on a journey of redemption and self-discovery. Driven by an unseen force, the duo travels the enchanted lands in search of the lost memories that hold the key to their intertwined fates. Along the way, they encounter mythical creatures, unravel ancient secrets, and encounter unexpected allies and foes. Their quest becomes a race against time as they must navigate treacherous trials and confront the shadows of their pasts. The fate of the realms hangs in the balance as they inch closer to unveiling the truth behind their forgotten memories, a revelation that could alter the very fabric of their world. In the face of dark forces seeking to keep their pasts buried, Mc and the girl's bond deepens, and their love becomes an unyielding beacon of hope. Together, they'll defy fate, overcome challenges, and delve into the depths of their hearts to rewrite their destinies and reclaim the whispers of forgotten memories.

[Irresistible MC + Farming & Entrepreneurship + Strong Female Lead + Cute Baby + Love Rivalry + Farming System + Male Competition] Deng Yuyuan wakes up to find she has transmigrated into a period novel about a "pampered group darling" — as the biological mother of the vicious female villain. The female villain has a biased grandmother, a mooching uncle and his family, a blindly filial father, and a spineless mother. She was a small-time thief as a child. As an adult, she committed every kind of evil — constantly framing the female lead — and ultimately met a miserable end. The female lead is the only daughter in another family, doted on by her older brothers. The villain targeted her out of pure jealousy. And now, Deng Yuyuan has become that villain's cowardly mother — and the villain herself is currently just an ugly, wrinkly-faced infant. The blindly filial father loves his wife, but gives all the good things to his own mother. He says to his starving wife and daughter: "Xiao Yuan, come drink some water. I specially heated it for you." Deng Yuyuan looks at her own bony frame and her tiny child — and decides to get a divorce. Goodbye, useless husband. She's going to raise this little cub with an abundance of money and love. No way she'll go astray this time. Lost one husband, gained a crowd of suitors. A beautiful sent-down youth coveted by many — she knows some self-defense and burns the midnight oil studying. With the reinstatement of the college entrance exams, she takes her child toward a much wider world. Riding the wave of the times, Deng Yuyuan works her way up to become a gaming tycoon and a cutting-edge scientist... Except — why are so many men fighting to be her cub's stepfather?