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His Bride in Chains She thought marrying the man she loved since childhood would be her happy ending—until betrayal ripped her world apart. Eliana, the daughter of a former garbage collector, but full of dreams, is engaged to her wealthy best friend, Jason. But when a cruel twist of fate forces her to care for a crippled, blind and bitter billionaire, her life spirals into secrets, temptation, and a night she can’t take back. Pregnant. Alone. Betrayed by the most important people in her life—Eliana is dragged into a contract marriage with the cold, mysterious man she once ran from. Love was never part of the contract. But what happens when hearts begin to want what they were never meant to have?

The continuation journey of Alter in the virtual world. Takes place after The World of Fractured Realms. But this time, Gaia took her frustrations out on Alter and accidently unleashed something that should not have.

In the enchanting realm of Eldoria, where magic intertwines with destiny, Elara has always felt the weight of her family's expectations. As the only daughter of a powerful noble family, she is thrust into an arranged marriage with Lord Kaelan, a charming yet enigmatic noble from the rival kingdom of Drakoria. While the union promises to strengthen political ties, Elara harbours doubts about her future and the man she is destined to marry. As preparations for their betrothal unfold, Elara discovers a prophecy foretelling love and betrayal that looms over their union. Torn between duty and desire, she finds herself drawn to Kaelan's strength and vulnerability. Together, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind dark forces threatening their kingdoms, forging a bond that transcends mere obligation. However, not all is as it seems. Lady Isolde, Elara’s cousin and confidante, appears supportive but harbours her ambitions. As she manipulates those around her and stirs dissent among the nobles, Elara must navigate a treacherous web of betrayal that could shatter her world. With each revelation, Elara grapples with her feelings for Kaelan and the growing threat posed by Isolde’s machinations. As tensions rise and secrets unravel, Elara and Kaelan face challenges that test their trust in one another. Together, they must confront not only external enemies but also the shadows of doubt that threaten to tear them apart. In a climactic battle against dark magic and betrayal, Elara must choose between love and loyalty as she fights for her future—and the fate of both kingdoms."Hearts in Chains" is a tale of romance, resilience, and the transformative power of love amidst chaos. Will Elara break free from the chains of expectation to forge her destiny, or will betrayal bind her heart forever? 

Carlos, a 21st-century Brazilian engineer, is transported wholesale into colonial Brazil's brutal sugar mills. After a daring escape, he finds refuge in a quilombo enjoying rare peace—the Portuguese governor, fresh from defeating the Dutch, has temporarily turned his attention elsewhere. But Carlos sees beyond the surface calm. He recognizes their primitive magic gems as untapped potential, their isolation as an opportunity. While the colony celebrates its victory, he quietly begins an industrial revolution under the forest canopy. Steam engines replace muscle, gem-powered factories rise where huts once stood, and quilombo-made goods secretly fund their transformation. When the governor finally turns his gaze inward, he won't find another ragtag settlement of runaways. He'll find a nation-in-waiting, armed with technology centuries ahead of its time. The age of colonial oppression is about to meet its match: the age of innovation.

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In the opulent city of Caldris, where power and beauty collide behind closed doors, Riven Hale, a fiery and ambitious tattoo artist with a hidden past, is drawn into the dangerous world of high society when he’s commissioned by a mysterious billionaire to ink a private, intimate masterpiece. That billionaire is Cassian Velthorne, heir to the ruthless Velthorne empire—a man known for his ice-cold demeanor, possessive desires, and dangerous secrets. Cassian never mixes business with pleasure—until Riven walks into his life with defiant eyes and lips begging to be kissed. Their chemistry ignites during a single, heated night wrapped in silk sheets, dominance, and whispered confessions. But what starts as carnal obsession quickly spins into a web of power plays, jealousy, emotional vulnerability, and the emergence of unexpected rivals.

Declan Jericho is a vampire with a purpose. His best hope for success rests on the shoulders of a brilliant young cancer specialist, but saving the undead isn’t exactly the career path Dr. Maya Sheldon has in mind.<br><br>When Dec kidnaps Maya from work, the last thing she wants to do is help him. Then she discovers what he wants her for -- to develop a cure for the mysterious illness killing the young vampires in his care. Vampires or not, she’s unable to abandon them. Her interest in Dec quickly shifts from professional to something more intimate, but as their attraction grows, darker secrets threaten their newfound relationship. Dec has his own reasons for wanting the young vampires cured, and he’s not telling ...

“I want you. I want all of you because you are mine.” As an Alpha, Amber has it all except for a mate. She has been waiting for the Luna’s time but the longer she waits, the longer she was becoming more disappointed. And in an unexpected event, she meets him, the only person in the world who can wake up the passion as well as the sleeping possessiveness she does not know she has. She wants him, she craves for him but it seems that before she can completely have him, she must pass through all the hurdles holding them back. Xander is a normal human being, living his life as simply as he can but due to unexpected turn of events, he meets her, the woman who can make his heart flutter. But can he accept all of her, even the lurking darkness that her world entails at the expense of exposing his family to danger? It is decision he must make before the claws of revenge reaches out to him. A moment of eye contact is enough to change everything they know about the world. A moment of touch is enough to change their lives forever. A promise of forever will eternally bind them together. Can their bond withstand the chaotic world that awaits both of them?

Trapped in a world controlled by her father's tyranny, Violet's life is a desperate quest for freedom. Years of conditioning and manipulation have taken their toll, but when the bitter truth about her existence is revealed, she's forced to confront the darkness head-on. As she navigates a twisted game of survival, Violet must find the strength to break free from the chains of her past and forge a new path. Can she overcome the insanity that surrounds her and discover a sense of grounding, or will the weight of her father's grip forever define her? Dive into this gripping tale of resilience, self-discovery, and the unbreakable human spirit.

Amelia Lockhart has one mission: make the top idol Ethan Quinn fall in love with her, then break his heart, so that Ethan Quinn can successfully pass his tribulation and return to his position as a High God. There's just one problem: as the most hated woman on the internet, Amelia is the last person anyone would pair with the nation's golden boy. But when she lands a spot on a dating show alongside Ethan, she sees her chance. She does all the heavy lifting and is dependable enough to make him see her differently. As a result, Ethan starts pretending to be weak. The fans are confused. Their untouchable idol is... blushing? Getting clingy? Calling her "jiejie" in that voice? "Sis, I surrender." "Sis, you can only spoil me like this." Amelia is losing control of the plan. She was supposed to seduce him and walk away. So why is he the one coaxing her to stay, and why is it getting harder to say no?