Once Bitten Twice Shy

Adrian Steele was nothing in the eyes of the world, a husband trapped in a life of public humiliation under the sharp gaze of his wife, Isabella Voss, and her influential family. But when a mysterious system awakens within him—granting him power beyond human limits—he begins a transformation that will shake the foundations of wealth, power, and society itself. Rising from obscurity, Adrian builds an empire, crushes those who mocked him, and carves out a life of dominance alongside a woman who truly sees him. Isabella and her family will discover, too late, that the man they once humiliated is no longer theirs to control.

Douglas Garnett was born to save PortVarter. But once his victories served their purpose, the Governor discarded him, exploiting Douglas's sacrifices to amass power and wealth. The ultimate betrayal came when his fiancée—the Governor’s own daughter—abandoned him to marry the heir of a prominent family, treating Douglas like nothing more than trash beneath her feet. Now, cast aside and burning with the sting of betrayal, Douglas must decide: will he fade into the shadows, or will he return to show them what a true savior is capable of? The stage is set, but this time, it’s Douglas who holds the reins!

The keeper then looked at James and asked, "Isn't that the thief from earlier?" "I once learned from a man skilled in shipbuilding that if you flip a boat upside down it makes a great roof," he said. "I’ll remember that, help yourself to a room and a meal." "He is; would it be okay for him to spend the night in my room? And eat with me?” "Why would you believe a thief?" “I would,” “You may do as you wish, but I’m holding you accountable if anything of mine goes missing in the night,” and “Agreed” are all responses. After that, a bartender brought him and James their food to a table.

In a world filled with levels and mythical beasts, a prince thrives to reclaim the kingdom that was once his own and avenge the death of his father no matter what. The prince is faced with all kinds of enemies and monsters but through the help of a peasant maiden, he fights with zeal and the skills of a Japanese swordsman, he never lost his spirit and even after his kingdom was taken from him and he was left with nothing but his sword he still kept his royalty and held his head high in the face of danger and in the face of the evil king, his name is Prince Elliot Alexander the only son of Ivan Alexander the third.

Humiliation forged him. Wealth armed him. Now, revenge drives him. An unexpected phone call changes the life of Billy Anderson—but for the first time, in the best possible way. From a powerless, humiliated son-in-law, he suddenly inherits a fortune so vast it seems unreal. Yet alongside wealth comes shadows: dark secrets, unseen enemies watching his every move, and a web of betrayal that once crushed him but now fuels his quest for revenge. Armed with fortune and determination, Billy must navigate danger, unravel hidden conspiracies, and claim justice—before the past catches up with him.

Nicholas Wellesley, the last living legendary Grand Warlord of the Republic of Stars retires after the final battlefield nearly takes his life. Seeking only peace and recovery, he quietly visits the City Hall to handle his civilian identity. But in a single unexpected moment, everything changes. An ice-cold, domineering woman appears out of nowhere… and drags him straight into the marriage registration office. Before he can even make sense of the situation, Nicholas, the man who once commanded armies and shook nations… becomes an accidental husband. And the worst part? She has no idea who she just married.

SYNOPSIS He was once a god of war who ruled at the pinnacle of the world, but one mistake almost cost him his life. Logan was able to escape the clutches of death but lost his memories in return. Living an ordinary life like everyone else, was all he wanted until he got entangled with a beautiful woman with whom he spent a passionate night, and ended up getting married to her. He was looked down upon by his wife and her family, but little did they know that he was a god of war, and at the mention of his name, cities and towns would fall to their knees! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com.

Nikaeleon Roch... A name once unknown, now whispered in fear. ~ After spending time in jail for a crime he didn't commit, Nik finds out that he had been betrayed in the worst way possible. His best friend and girlfriend were getting married, his best friend had stolen his company and all that he owned, and they had planned the event that had sent him to prison. They say revenge is a dish best served cold, but for Nik, revenge is best served with pain and blood. He left penniless and returned as the king of the underworld. And he's back for all who wronged him.

He gave up power for love. Now the city wants him dead. Once the fiercest warrior of the War God Federation, Edwin buried his past to live humbly beside Emily, the woman who saved his life. But when betrayal rips him from his quiet world, enemies rise: greedy families, ruthless assassins, and a new God of War who will stop at nothing to destroy him. Hunted by the government, despised by the elite, and torn between loyalty and survival, Smith must unleash the strength he swore never to use again. The city thinks he is broken. They’re about to learn what it means to awaken a legend.

Caelan Voss spent four years behind bars to protect the woman he loved, and when he came back, what he got wasn't a warm embrace but divorce papers. Abandoned by his wife, humiliated by her family, driven out of the hospital where he once thrived, everyone in Velmont was convinced Caelan was finished. What they didn't know, those four years in prison didn't destroy him, but turned him into something far more dangerous than they ever knew. Now Caelan Voss is back, not to apologize or beg for sympathy, but to force everyone who ever stepped on him to kneel at his feet.