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lies and promises

lies and promises

Misguided practice of sinister cultivation techniques: Slander! The problem lies with you all, not me!

Misguided practice of sinister cultivation techniques: Slander! The problem lies with you all, not me!

This is a bizarre and mysterious world filled with various sinister cultivation methods. Once a person begins to cultivate, they will either undergo mild changes in appearance and temperament, descend into madness, or become a great elixir for evil beings to consume... Duan Yun, having transmigrated into this world, unexpectedly comes across a supreme elixir cultivation manual, the 'True Explanation of the Jade Sword.' To his surprise, he is a one-in-a-million cultivation genius who, unwittingly, transforms the manual into something extraordinary. Guided by the Jade Sword, he is able to pierce through everything. Later, as his mastery over various methods grows, Duan Yun, carrying the philosophy of 'the enlightened benefit the world,' never keeps secrets and spreads martial arts across the land. Who would have thought... "Duan the Demon misled me! He said this technique enhances yin and yang, but now I can only squat to pee, boo hoo..." "It was the Demon who taught me this 'Seven Parts Returning Qi'. Instead of blessing me, it brought disaster—I either get killed or step in dung. The fortune-teller said I've lost seventy percent of my luck." "Don't trust a word of what Demon Duan says! The fairy of the Myriad Wonders Palace was supposed to ascend the whole palace to the heavens, but in one night, she was possessed and turned into a demoness, all due to that old demon Duan's handiwork!" ... Duan Yun finds this incomprehensible. All he did was practice martial arts, spread techniques, and occasionally emulate the laws of nature, so how did he become notorious as a demon? This is slander! The same techniques cause no issues for me, so the problem lies with you all, not me!
Eastern
1225 Chs
Frozen Hearts, Hidden Lies

Frozen Hearts, Hidden Lies

Lina Chen wakes from a coma with her engagement ring, her ex-boyfriend's face in her mind, and no memory of the past two years. To her shock, a ring adorns her finger—not the one her ex gave her. A pair of twins call her "mama." And a devastatingly handsome CEO, Ethan Blackwood, claims to be her husband. She doesn't recognize any of them. Terrified and disoriented, Lina rejects this strange new life and returns to her family and her ex-boyfriend, Ryan—the man she believes she was about to marry. They welcome her with open arms. But something is wrong. Ryan is unusually close to her best friend, Chloe. Her parents dodge every question about Ethan. And no one can explain why she has a scar on her wrist or why she flinches at the sight of stairs. Then the memories begin to surface in fragments. A restraining order against Ryan. Chloe's hand on her back—pushing. A letter Lina wrote before the coma: "If I forget, find me. Don't give up." Lina secretly reconnects with Ethan and the twins. He doesn't pressure her to remember. He simply shows her evidence—videos, documents, a diary—that paints a horrifying picture: her coma wasn't an accident. Her memory loss was induced. And the people she trusts most are the ones who erased her. Now Lina must pretend she's still lost while piecing together the truth. Because the closer she gets to remembering, the closer someone gets to silencing her forever. She thought she woke to a nightmare. But the real nightmare is the life she's desperate to forget.
Urban
650 Chs
Love Across the Light Years -The Devil CEO Indulges My Lies.

Love Across the Light Years -The Devil CEO Indulges My Lies.

Family is a luxury not everyone can afford. Adelyn learned that the day Clara returned to the Scott family —and she quietly stopped belonging. No one abused her. No one hurt her openly. But the love that was once hers alone became divided. The attention that once chose her … became something she had to borrow. And whenever something precious stood between her and Clara —Adelyn was the one asked to let go. Not once. Not twice. But every single time. Her dreams. Her choices. Her place in the family. Her heart didn’t break in a single moment —it wore down slowly … until nothing remained worth fighting for. So, she erased herself from their world. Not in anger. Not in revenge. But to save what little of herself was left. ————— Seven years later, Adelyn returned. Not for the Scott family. Not for their love. She came back for the dreams she was once forced to abandon —and this time, nothing would be taken from her. No compromises. No sacrifices. Only her life. Her rules. She breathed in freedom. “No family…no shackles.” But just then— Two small arms wrapped around her legs, making her stiffen. When she looked down to check, she met a pair of familiar doe eyes staring up at her with unwavering trust. “Mama … Eira waited long for you. Don’t leave again.” …Mama? Before she could understand or react, a tall shadow fell over them. A man stood there —gaze sharp, cold, claiming —looking at her like she had belonged to him. “You dared to show up again?” Adelyn felt clueless. She would have asked him what he meant, however — Before she could speak — the ground vanished beneath her feet. A powerful arm lifted her effortlessly. “Since you dared …” his voice dropped —low, restrained, dangerous. “Don’t think of escaping again.
Urban
357 Chs
Truth and Lies Intertwined

Truth and Lies Intertwined

In order to complete her mission in a barely recovered world after catastrophe, Arya decided to pretend to be a child and made trouble all day long. She managed to lurk for a few years when her superior suddenly decided to promote her to become a small group leader. Looking at the few people given to her, Arya was silent. Subordinate 1: so Arya likes cake… then I’ll make a few more for her Arya (blush): I only like it a little bit! And you’re using these cakes to exchange for information! Subordinate 2: When doing mission, how come Arya can change her faces so quickly (from unreliable to reliable)? Dual personality? Arya: …Nonsense! You’re the one who have dual personality! Subordinate 3: Why did you call us cute? As a big man nearly 1,9 meters tall, I don’t think I’m suitable for this adjective. Arya (shocked): I never said that! Damn it, who tarnished my reputation? Subordinate 4: Awww, Arya is so cute…. It’s hard to believe that she’s our leader. Arya: S… Sister, even if you say that, don’t try to pinch my cheek! Seeing their group that looked more like a group of adults taking of children, the other people were speechless. Are you sure that you’re a member of criminal organization? Why does it look like you’re trying to cultivate a group of people into a daddy and mommy experts? When Arya’s mission was finally completed, she chose to run away directly. But someone caught her and brought her favorite cake in front of her. “Don’t you want to taste it~?” Arya blushed. “You’re too foul!” ... Note: it's not harem nor reverse harem. It's 1vs1 from the beginning to the end. ... Story set in a fictional future world that's recovering after war and live in bases (detailed description can be found inside the story) The cover is something I draw and then enhanced with AI to make it smooth otherwise, the cover will be too ugly. Join the discord to chat with the author and other readers: https://discord.gg/pBy2wGB ... Other novels: -Flowers Bloom from Battlefield [complete] - Under the Veil of Night [complete] - 7 Path of the Lilies [on long hiatus] - 1 Year of Beginning [complete] - Villain Lady [complete] - Science and Fantasy [complete] - 2 Years of Restarting [complete] - The Quiet Empress [complete] - The Villain's Little Cat [complete] - Astral Flower [complete] - Villain Princess [complete] - Forgotten Legend of the Bloodied Flower [on going] - Runemaster in the Last Days [on going] ... Follow me on IG: @sora100518
Sci-fi
280 Chs
The Lies that Bind US

The Lies that Bind US

Mia Jannison leading her life as a doppelganger to Hazel Cunningham knows that she has no right to fall for Victor Cunningham. She tries every way to push him away even though she likes where things are heading to. Will her perseverance be able to resist his sweet charm? Will she able to bear the miserable consequences without losing her balance? Will she win over her heart who tasted Love for the first time? ---------- Excerpt “I can’t commit a sin,” Mia announced. “Even if that sin helps you in saving the life of your ailing husband?” Victor quizzed. Mia was trapped between her need and the guilt of committing a sin. Victor smirked looking at her restlessness knowing that her reply will be in his favour. “I have some rules,” Mia murmured. “So do I” Victor smiled with relief. “I am scared” Mia trembled. “Don’t be. We both are in his together. Your lies will stay safe with me and I expect the same for my lies. The truth of our relationship should stay safe no matter what. Remember, it’s our vulnerabilities and lies which binds us” Victor briefed in a calm tone which sent shivers down her spine. “Can’t wait to live with you wifey” Victor winked to ease Mia. “So do I dear husband” Mia replied back with confidence. The story penned with heart, imbibing all the emotions. A novel showcases the strength of love. The story has layers and mysteries, will Mia and Victor get through them or will they take separate routes. Dive in to see how long the lies tie the strangers together. It will be a worthy rollercoaster ride, please do give it a try. This work is original. The cover belongs to the rightful owners. Please encourage this novel through your Votes and Comments. Do Drop a review
Urban
229 Chs
Are promises and lies the same?
A promise and a lie were two different concepts, but when reading novels, the boundaries between the two would sometimes become blurred and complicated. In many novels, a promise represented a character's expectation, determination, or guarantee to others. For example, in a romance novel, the male protagonist might promise the female protagonist that he would marry her. This promise was based on the feelings and sincere expression of the situation at that time, just like Liang Feng promising Fenghua that he would marry her, so that Fenghua waited with beautiful expectations. This kind of promise was often an important factor in driving the development of the story. It carried the trust, love, or friendship between the characters. However, a lie was a deliberate act of deception. However, in some novels, the promise of the character might not be fulfilled for various reasons. At this time, the promise might seem like a lie to the other party. For example, in some novels that described the breakdown of friendship or the disappearance of love, the promise that was made at the beginning could not be fulfilled with the passage of time or the change of environment, which would make the person who made the promise feel cheated. When reading a novel, the reader had to carefully distinguish between promises and lies. On the one hand, it depended on the intention and attitude of the character when making the promise, whether it was sincere or fake, and on the other hand, it also depended on whether the reason for the failure of the promise was due to force or deliberate. This way, he could better understand the relationship between the characters and the development of the plot in the novel. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-01-09 12:05
The meaning and symbolism of promises
The meaning of a promise was to agree to someone else's words. After fulfilling and promising, it was called fulfilling a promise. Its symbolic meaning contained trust and expectation. When a person made a promise, the other party would often have expectations based on this promise, expecting the promisee to fulfill it. This also tested the promisee's integrity and sense of responsibility. Keeping a promise can increase the trust in a relationship, while breaking a promise can lead to disappointment or even a breakdown in the relationship. In addition, a promise could also symbolize the quality of being open and trustworthy. "Luo Han's Lyric Collection" is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-06-29 07:14
True feelings are not promises
A true relationship had many aspects, not just a promise. From some aspects, it could withstand the dullness and waves of life. It could have passionate moments and still cherish the other party after the years of tempering and calming down. It could not be despised and bear the responsibility of the relationship. When faced with trivial matters such as daily necessities and raising children, they could still regard each other as precious existences, work hard for the family together, and enjoy a quiet and steady time together. In the face of changes in wealth, true feelings could withstand both wealth and poverty. They worked together when the conditions were not good, and they did not abandon each other after they soared. In difficult times, such as when one party encountered an illness or accident, they would not only consider the value of the other party, but also become a solid backing for the other party. In terms of feelings of getting along, true feelings include intimacy, regardless of age, wealth, status, culture and other differences; there is a sense of comfort, there is no psychological pressure when getting along, and they can tolerate and accept each other; there is a sense of love, care and consideration for each other; there is a sense of thinness, sincere dedication in life. A couple who truly loved each other would not start a new life quickly after separation. They would feel uncomfortable and find it difficult to integrate into a new relationship because they had given their hearts. In addition, trust, growing together, cherishing, and gratitude were also important in a husband and wife relationship. Husband and wife trusted each other and respected each other's lifestyle. Even if they were separated for a long time or slept in separate beds, as long as they could communicate effectively and understand each other's needs, it was still a normal state of love. Therefore, a true relationship was the result of a combination of many factors, not just a promise.
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2026-02-07 18:17
What chapter-level takeaway best explains why "Promises" matters for Promises?
Chapter 192, "Promises", is the clearest early answer because it turns Promises's situation into a concrete plot event.
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2026-04-24 06:18
Big Lies, Big Lies
Big Little Lies was a science fiction novel about Rick and his brother, Klingon. The ending of the story is not explicitly stated, but it can be guessed that the ending will involve some complicated philosophical and moral issues. In the plot of the novel, Rick and Klingon were trapped in a world similar to a parallel universe. In this world, technology was highly developed, but society was corrupt. People lied to each other and used each other. Rick and the Klingons had both tried to change the world but failed. At the end of the story, it was not clear whether Rick and the Klingons had successfully returned to their own universe or whether they were still in this world. However, it was possible that they would eventually realize that their efforts were not effective in changing the world and might feel lost and depressed. At the same time, they may also face some moral and philosophical problems, such as whether they should continue to deceive and betray others for their own interests or whether they should try to find a more equal and just social system.
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2024-09-20 19:20
Korean drama, Lies of Lies
" The Lies of Lies " was a Korean drama. It was about a woman who was framed for killing her husband and was imprisoned. After she was released from prison, she decided to become the adoptive father of her adopted daughter in order to find her. The drama was starred by Lee Youli, Yeon Jeong-hoon, and Lee Yihwa. It was directed by Director Kim Jong-kwon and written by Kim Ji-eun. In the plot, the female lead, Chi Eunxiu, was accused of being a murderer. In order to find her daughter, she fabricated a lie to get close to her daughter's adoptive father, Jiang Zhimin. The drama was aired on South Korea's Channel A TV station on September 4th, 2020, and the viewership ratings set a record for the TV station's drama series. " The Lies of Lies " was a love suspense drama. Through fake love, it gradually evolved into a true story. The heroine's persistence and motherly love became one of the highlights of the plot.
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2024-12-27 06:11
Must love believe in promises?
Regarding whether one must believe in promises in love, there were different manifestations in novels. Some novels depicted the promise of love as extremely firm. For example, in some urban romance novels, the protagonist would fulfill the promise no matter what difficulties he encountered. This kind of promise became a solid foundation for the development of love, allowing the readers to feel the loyalty and beauty of love. However, there are also many novels that reveal the uncertainty of commitment in love. For example, in some novels, the promises made by the protagonist when they were in love could not be fulfilled due to various realistic factors (such as work pressure, changes in living environment, and the growth of the character's heart) as the story developed and the plot changed. In some cases, the person who had made a sincere promise would no longer stick to the promise when the relationship changed. In the novel, the relationship between love and commitment was complex and varied. It could not be simply determined that love must believe in commitment. It depended on the relationship between the characters, the plot direction, and the love concept that the novel wanted to convey. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-06-30 01:45
Musk promises to settle on Mars
Musk proposed a number of plans to settle on Mars. He planned to send one million people to Mars in the next 20 years and build a self-sufficient city. He planned to produce 1000 interstellar spaceships every year to promote humanity as a trans-planetary civilization. The timeline of the plan included launching the first batch of Starship unmanned spacecraft to Mars within two years to test the feasibility of a safe landing; if the unmanned spacecraft landed successfully, the first batch of manned spacecraft would set off for Mars four years later, and the launch rate of interstellar spacecraft would increase exponentially; the ultimate goal was to build a self-sufficient city on Mars within 20 years. In addition, he also had a plan to send one million people to Mars before 2050, and he also mentioned a plan to send 80,000 Earthlings to Mars for colonization. At the same time, for the smooth progress of the Mars settlement plan, he also proposed the "Mars Chain" concept, which aimed to establish a high-speed Wi-Fi connection between Mars and Earth to meet the Internet needs of long-term settlements on Mars. The novel "Mars of Paradise" is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to read it!
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2026-04-06 08:48
My Ten Promises with Dogs
1. Give me time to understand what you want of me. 2. Place your trust in me. It's crucial to my well - being. 3. Be aware that however you treat me I'll never forget it. 4. Before you scold me for being lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. 5. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understand your words, I don't understand your voice when it's speaking to me. 6. Remember before you hit me, I have teeth that could hurt you, but that I choose not to bite you. 7. Take care of me when I get old. 8. You have your work, your entertainment, and your friends. I have only you. 9. My life is likely last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be painful for me. 10. Go with me on difficult journeys. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Remember I love you. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-09-21 12:00
Is Eastern Promises Based on a True Story?
Yes, it is. Eastern Promises is inspired by real events and characters to some extent.
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2024-10-05 22:12
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