Manipulative

"Step into a virtual world where everything you know is about to be disrupted. In this game, nothing is what it seems and the rules are constantly changing. Enter Nolan and Allison, a couple determined to uncover the secrets of this virtual reality. But as they delve deeper, they realize that the game is more than just a game - it's a dangerous trap that threatens to consume them both. Nolan is a skilled gamer with a passion for adventure. Together with his girlfriend Allison, they embark on a journey to unravel the mysteries of the virtual world. As they progress through the game, they discover that the stakes are higher than they ever imagined. With every level, they encounter more challenges and obstacles, and the line between reality and the game begins to blur. Will Nolan and Allison be able to uncover the truth before it's too late? Will they emerge unscathed from this virtual world that threatens to consume them? Join them on their journey as they navigate the dangers of the game and discover what lies beyond the pixels." "Nolan and Allison had just scratched the surface of the game's secrets when they found themselves in the crosshairs of unknown assailants. As they raced to uncover the truth, they realized that the game was no longer just a game. It was a dangerous, life-threatening reality that had the power to change everything they knew to be true. With time running out and danger lurking around every corner, they had to make a choice: give up and risk losing everything, or keep going and risk everything they had left."

An ordinary man who wanted nothing but the love of others but as he grew, he realized that life wasn't really for those who were weak. With his foster mother lying on her deathbed and debts gotten due to his girlfriend locking around, he could only lean on Evelyn for support. But his word tore into shreds when he discovered that his dare Evelyn was cheating on him with his boss and never loved him. But at the peak of his heartbreak, a group of men classically dressed stormed into the place. "Young Master." They called out. With so much wealth, power and influence, he is bent on taking his revenge on all those who wronged him.

Long before gods walked among mortals and kingdoms dared dream of power, there was Alister—a being not born, but declared into existence by the will of the world itself. Wielding strength beyond comprehension and a charisma that swayed empires, he vanished at the peak of his reign. Some claimed he ascended. Others swore he was sealed. All agreed: if Alister returned, the world would never be the same. Five centuries later, reality tears open. From a rift beyond space and time, Alister walks once more into a world unrecognizable—skyscrapers scraping the heavens, dragons living in the shadows, and mysterious abominations known as Nullborn haunting the land. With a smile on his lips and golden eyes that see through fate itself, Alister steps into a modern age... and accidentally collides with Jade, a full-blooded dragon hiding her past behind emerald eyes and forced smiles. As chaos erupts and monstrous forces rise, Alister's presence alone shakes the balance of peace. Though he seems calm, even kind, there is something deeply unsettling about him—something not even Jade, with all her ancient blood, can explain. When blood is spilled and oaths are broken, fear spreads like wildfire. Now hunted by those sworn to uphold peace, and watched by forgotten cults that once worshipped him, Alister must rediscover why he was made—and what his return truly means for the world. Because some legends were buried for a reason.

Devon Arias witnessed all of his family got brutally murdered in front of him. When he actually become a sacrifice for Demonic Summoning Ritual, Devon sabotaged the ceremony and made a pact with seven demons at once so he can exact his revenge to everyone who responsible for the death of his family. The pact is done and suddenly a bright transparent screen appeared in front of him. Devon got a system to utilize the power of 7 demons inside him. What will happen to Devon next? Will he be able to control the seven demons or will he be controlled by them? What about Devon's revenge, if the demons secretly have a secret plan to rule the world?

Kageyama Kage, a boy who wants to die but stuck in the vicious loop of living. A living, walking contradiction. He has a past, a dark history that is not to be revealed at any cost. Hiding or at least trying to hide his demons, he enrolls at Asuka High School in Tokyo where no student knows of his disturbing past. There he meets various people his age carrying similar darkness within their teenage bodies. Just what will happen when he comes across them and will there ever come a day when his past will be revealed? WARNING! MATURE CONTENT! I DON'T OWN THE COVER ART.

Neglected and despised by his extended family, his father died when he was only 10 years old, his mother lay in hospital and needed surgery, Lein lived a life of extreme misery. He is willing to do anything to cure his mother. Kneel and prostrate? Kiss your feet? Lick your shoes? He will do anything! However, no one bothered to help him, until a notification from the system appeared in his vision. [Congratulations! You are the luckiest human among billions of humans in this world! Be the true ruler of this minuscule world!] [3...2...1...] [System is adjusted according to Host's needs and wishes. Analysis begins!] [4...3...2...1...Analysis complete!] [System starts!] Follow Lein's journey to reach the pinnacle of life! "Look! Everything is finally under the control of my feet!" Season 1: Chapter 1 - Chapter 167 Season 2: On-going I own the copyright to the cover.

Betrayed by his wife for a wealthier man, he was cast aside as nothing more than a worthless son-in-law. But this is no ordinary tale of revenge. He didn't bother with petty humiliation—he's set his sights on something far greater. Now, he's risen from the ashes to become a powerful mafia lord, building an empire in the shadows, his name whispered in fear. But that’s not all. Beneath the criminal underworld lies an even darker truth: supernatural beings—demons, ghosts, and ancient races—lurking within human society. His true mission, given by a god, is to hunt them down and stop their silent invasion. And anyone who dares cross him? They'll learn the hard way what happens when you mess with a man destined for power, both in this world and beyond.

Ryan was the adopted child of the Carter family but was hated by his foster mother. He went through a series of humiliations and maltreatment from his foster mother, which only worsened after she was finally able to conceive and have her own children. However, just before Mr. Carter's death, he discovered that Ryan was his legitimate child whom he had lost years ago in a flood. He also uncovered the truth that his wife had been deceiving him all along, and the children she gave birth to were not his, but rather his brother's. Unknown to him, his brother had been seeking revenge on him for years. Suddenly, Ryan's life brightened as Mr. Carter immediately willed his entire fortune to him. Now, it is time to give Mrs. Carter a taste of her own medicine. Will his foster mother accept this defeat or fight back?

Spence Wellington got the shock of his life when his mother in-law, Alice Brown proudly announced Maya, her daughter's engagement to his boss Leonard Grey, the CEO of Golden Fingers signaling the end of their fruitless union. When he thought all hope was lost as a pauper,he coincidentally found out he was Ryan Hale the lost son of a bedridden billionaire and the heir to a top tier company Zillow Jade. He decided to hide his identity as Ryan Hale and take revenge on his ex wife Maya, her fiance Leonard Grey and ex mother-in-law, Alice Brown within a month as the trio are in desperate need of Ryan Hale of Zillow Jade as their stepping stone to keeping Golden Fingers from going bankrupt. Along the line Ryan uncovered too many hidden secrets about the Hale family which could make or destroy Zillow Jade. Will he be able to exert his revenge on them within a month ? Will he conquer the destructiveness that lies around the secrets of the Hale?

Neil Scoenfeld, a 24 year old detective, digs through a confidential case against the permission of the government. He is faced with horror, bitter truths and eye opening twists he never expected to witness. Things weren’t what they seemed to be. People were invincible poisonous snakes he had to avoid at all costs. Or does he? @credit The book cover was from isplash. It is a free image for all. It was made by alisvisuals