Marriage First, Love Second

People say power changes a man. They never talk about what betrayal does. Xavier built his life on loyalty to the woman he loved and the brother he sacrificed everything for. To the outside world, they were untouchable, a perfect image of trust and strength. But behind closed doors, betrayal was already taking root. When the truth is finally revealed, it doesn’t just break Xavier it transforms him. The two people he trusted most have been working against him, threatening to destroy everything he built. Forced into a dangerous game of survival, Xavier must navigate a world where every alliance is uncertain and every move could be his last. Trust becomes a risk he can no longer afford, and even love turns into a weapon. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, Xavier is pushed toward a final confrontation that will test not only his power, but his ability to let go of the man he once was. In the end, he doesn’t just seek revenge he becomes something far more dangerous a man who understands that in a world built on power, loyalty is the greatest illusion of all.

Philip is devastated after his sister-in-law requests a divorce and humiliates him in front of everyone. He is further shocked to learn that his marriage was a setup. His life takes a twisted turn after he becomes the CEO of the largest real estate company in the city of Eldrador and he vowed on that day to seek revenge on those that condemned him. He said, "You and your sister wanted a divorce, so just sign the contract and put an end this misery!" "No, Philip, you are mine! I can't let you go. It was a mistake; I still love you." Elena uttered, fidgeting.

Why are some more privileged than others? Why do others have easier lives as compared to others? Why do some people struggle and toil while others have life handed to them on silver platter? Right from the start, Memphis had it rough on Earth. From the death of his parents and siblings, his loneliness and also his eventual death. Life didn't treat him fairly and everyday was war and trouble for him. After his death, Memphis is given a second chance by the goddess Daphne as she had pity for him and his plight back on earth. Thus, Memphis reincarnated, this time not as a loser or nobody but rather as a favoured son of heaven, a true genius and powerful entity with his sword piercing the skies! Talent? I'm a prodigy! Awesomeness? I'm its daddy! Luck? You might as well call me Luck's lover! Join Memphis on his journey then and watch him make the entire multiverse his! Right from the world of Balvan to the ends of the cosmos! Please if you like my book or have any suggestions, you can send me comments or rate me. Thank you.

Xavier Knight, a 25-year-old billionaire playboy, leads a life dedicated to relentless work and extravagant parties. He relishes his freedom and lives by his own rules, shunning commitments. Contrastingly, Aurora Johnson, a 20-year-old orphan girl, was taken in by her guardian Uncle Thomas. Her existence is governed by the oppressive regulations imposed by her cruel relatives, leaving her feeling helpless and yearning for affection and care. Additionally, Aurora grapples with a stutter, further enhancing her vulnerability. The paths of these two individuals converge due to William Knight, a 50-year-old man who must fulfill a long-forgotten promise. In a world where alliances are formed through arranged marriages, Xavier Knight finds himself ensnared in a union with a woman he perceives as a calculating manipulator. Compelled to wed Aurora, a seemingly innocent young lady, Xavier nurtures a deep-seated resentment towards her, convinced that she employs her beauty to deceive his family. Determined to make her existence a living nightmare, Xavier embarks on a vengeful journey, vowing to expose Aurora's true character. However, as their lives intertwine and secrets unravel, Xavier begins to realize that things are not as they appear. Amidst a whirlwind of emotions encompassing anger, attraction, and the pursuit of justice, Xavier and Aurora find themselves on an arduous voyage where love, betrayal, and redemption intersect. Will Xavier's thirst for revenge blind him to the truth? Or will he uncover the depths of Aurora's innocence and unravel the enigmatic tapestry that weaves their intertwined destinies together? Prepare yourself for an enthralling tale of passion, deceit, and unforeseen revelations as the boundaries between love and hate are tested."

🏆 ["Sliver Medal" in "The Most Popular Novel" of "Meganovel Annual Writing Contest 2022"] 🏆 Damon is the poorest son in-law of the billionaire family of Lilian, his wife, whose mother in law treats him as the worst and does everything in her power to get rid of him because of his financial status, despite the fact that he has a child with her daughter, they want him gone, but when worst comes to worst, Damon discovers a powerful secret about his child and the selfishness of his wife which breaks him, but he gets stunned more to discover that He's the richest man alive.

Blurb : 21 years old Maxwell lived with his old, poor parents in a wreck and almost abandoned building at Olive street in the downtown city of Los Angeles. They were very poor and his father was also ill of stroke. They manage to feed from the little money his old mum got from her cleaning job but they couldn't take his father to a hospital because the bills was too high for them. In attempt to save his sick father from going to jail, Maxwell agreed to marry the crippled daughter of the wealthy man whom his father had taken the loan from. His life was messed up by his bride and her family as they all made him feel worthless and useless in their home. Find out what happened when Maxwell falls in love and made love to his bride female cousin, Riya. The love, conflict and discoveries that comes afterwards...

Awakening Day was supposed to be amazing. Instead, Marcus got the worst Class possible: Serial Killer. Now he has 30 days to commit murder or go insane. The System doesn't care that he's just a kid. It doesn't care about his morals. Kill or be destroyed—those are his only options. Between lying to his best friends, studying for tests, and planning his first kill, Marcus has to figure out how to feed his cursed Class without losing his soul. Can he stay human while becoming a monster? Thank you for reading! I hope you enjoy Marcus's dark journey.

Micheal Jordan had spent three years living as a useless son-in-law in the Ben family, enduring humiliation while secretly hoping his wife, Elizabeth, would one day accept him. But everything changed when his younger sister was admitted to the ICU. Desperate to save her life, Micheal begged Elizabeth for a $100,000 loan. She refused without hesitation. What hurt even more was discovering that she was willing to spend $300,000 on her former lover's birthday while his sister struggled between life and death. That night, Elizabeth handed Micheal divorce papers and ordered him to leave. Broken and with nowhere to turn, Micheal walked away from the only home he had known—only to be struck by a speeding car. He should have died. Instead, he awakened to a mysterious system. [Supreme Life System activated.] The system could reward him with money, abilities, treasures, and even points for influencing the emotions of others. For the first time in his life, Micheal had something that could change his destiny.

Ashes of the Forsaken Bride Amara Cole spent her life navigating the shadows of a family that viewed her as an invisible asset. When she is traded into a marriage with Damien Hartwell—the notoriously cold, brilliant heir to a multi-billion-dollar empire—she foolishly believes she is escaping a nightmare. Instead, she merely steps into a more glamorous cage. Behind the grand gates of the Hartwell estate, Amara finds a world defined by old-money malice. Her mother-in-law maps her flaws with clinical precision, her sister-in-law treats her presence as a joke, and Damien remains entirely untouchable, running their marriage like a bloodless corporate transaction. Yet, Amara clings to the fragile hope that if she just proves her worth, she can earn a place at their table. But in a world built on power, hope is a liability. When a calculated betrayal frames her for a corporate disaster, Amara is abandoned by the husband she tried to trust. Left with nothing, she vanishes into the night, leaving the elite social circle to believe she is gone forever. Years later, the ashes finally clear. The timid girl they dismantled never returned. In her place stands a woman the Hartwells could never have anticipated—stronger, wealthier, and armed with an international backing that rivals their own. Amara has forged her heartbreak into a weapon, uncovering the dark secrets that can bring down dynasties. As she steps back into the high-society spotlight, she isn't looking for a reconciliation. She is here to watch them fall. Damien is forced to confront the absolute worst mistake of his life, but when a ghost returns to claim what's hers, late-night regret won't be enough to alter the contract. This time, the price of his betrayal is everything.

Arthur was saved by a mysterious mermaid after he jumped into the water to escape from the clutches of his parents' murderers. However, he failed to save his sister from getting kidnapped. As he loses consciousness he also lost the memory he had with the mermaid after they sealed their uncanny encounter with a kiss. The next day, he found himself lying on the shore with only one thing in his mind and that was to find his sister in the city and get revenge in the name of his forsaken family. He became the infamous gangster named Gordon Jack. Little did he knew, his sister became police who vowed to arrest the new gangster in the city. The city was set on fire. Bullets danced in the air. Heads burst out blood. The murderers had a tight bodyguard and an enigmatic beauty he can't resist who kept messing with his system.