Once Bitten Twice Shy

In a world filled with gods and mythical creatures, Dracula, the most fearsome vampire of all, is captured by a group of powerful gods. Recognizing the immense danger he poses to their existence, they come up with a plan to capture him. Combining their divine energy, they trap Dracula's soul in a small orb and banish him to a distant realm, believing he will never escape. Meanwhile, in another realm, a young elf named Alex is reincarnated. Once the terrifying vampire, he now finds himself in the body of a fragile elf infant—a race known for their peaceful nature and magical abilities. Filled with rage towards the gods who imprisoned him, Alex vows to seek revenge. Despite his small and seemingly delicate form, he is determined to become a force to be reckoned with. Join Alex, the once-feeble baby elf, on an incredible journey of transformation and vengeance. As he grows stronger, he sets out to confront the self-centered gods and prove that even the seemingly powerless can rise against them. ============================ Tags: Powerful protagonist, Harem, Romance, Everyday life, Divine interference, Mythical creatures, Epic battles, Shapeshifters, Adventure, Unique relationships, Intimacy, Magic Academy, Exciting journey, Netori, Gods, Demons, Dragons, Gore, Ecchi, Demi-humans, Familiars.

Artis Hardy felt a sharp, searing pain on his cheek as his wife slapped him hard. Sophia, his loving wife, screamed at him in fury. "You beggar! I don't know I had mercy on you and married a scum like you! A man who can't even pay for his daughter's hospital is good for nothing, just like a worm of a gutter." At this moment, their three-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Eva, was lying on the hospital bed, suffering from a rare illness that ravaged her tiny body. They had spent all their savings and gone into debt, investing in her medical care while doctors tried and failed to find a cure for her. Artis walked out of the hospital and smiled bitterly. He had once dreamed of supporting his family and his love, but life had slapped him hard in the face. He lifted his head and took two deep breaths as if he had made up his mind. He took out his phone and scrolled down to a certain contact. After hesitating for a while, he tapped the call button and said, “Lend me some money.” “Sure, no problem. Just sign the papers, and I’ll send you everything you need.”

“Look here everyone! This poor wretched man brought his disabled sister here to beg for some money, come on let's contribute for these poor freaks” Tyler shouted attracting the customers as they all laughed and started taking pictures of Ava. “No matter what you do, she'll never be as normal as other kids, that's just a curse running through your bloodline.” “You made my sister cry!” Dexter's expression darkened. This was the one thing Dexter would never tolerate, insulting his sister. He looked at Ava's once happy face now filled with tears and sadness. “Who cares. I…” Dexter punched the grin out of Tyler's face. shutting him up from uttering more nonsense. Immediately Tyler felt his bone structure around his face cracked. *** Dexter Pembroke, a poor and a weakling, an orphan. He was the weakest Mage in existence, betrayed by his girlfriend, bullied by his colleagues and almost beaten to death. But then when he thought he would die, he activated the GOD-KIND SYSTEM which gave him the ability to keep LEVELING till INFINITY. Now all he cares about was to be at the top and protect his crippled sister at all cost!

"If he cannot survive in this Realm and ascend to the Higher Realms, then he is not worthy of being my son!” *** Xiao Tian, the child abandoned by his own parents. He once lived a happy life as the crown prince of the Wang Kingdom. But a great tragedy struck his family—his beloved uncle staged a coup, killing his mother, father, and all those loyal to them. However, the death of his parents was a lie. It was merely a scheme—to leave him behind in the Tianwu Realm, the lowest realm in the Universe. Alone, he rose. Step by step, he walked a path filled with hardship. When he discovered that his parents were still alive, anger filled his heart. But it was not blind rage—it became the fire that forged his resolve to become stronger. With unwavering spirit, he climbed from the lowest realm, ascending through each realm—until he surpassed even his father and became the ruler of the entire Universe! “I, Xiao Tian, swear to overturn this injustice. I will reach immortality and create true peace—so that no one will ever be oppressed again across the Universe. Strength shall no longer be the only measure of justice. And if strength is the key—then I shall become the strongest and be the one who defines justice for all of existence!”

"You can't subdue me to a position I've never dreamt of... To you, I'm worthless and poor, but I believe there's more to me being myself." "You should stop forcing me to turn, and going in from behind, I'm not an open door meant for every passerby..." These were the wailing and sobbing words from Kendrick, the trampled son-in-law. His world battered and soiled. Once a proud man, a family’s test found him a solace, entangled with Louis in a world of passion and pleasure. But as they say, "time flies." His newfound world crumbled, he finds himself, a maid to the Roger's family, pride succumbed by love, duty exchanged for servitude. Beaten and battered, mocked and humiliated, Vulgar words pierced through his eardrums daily, causing his eyes to widen in surprise, and his jaw to clench in pain. But then, the hands of time turned. Kendrick's resilience begins to awaken. With his secret heritage revealed, he prepares to reclaim his destiny. Will the Roger's family realize who Kendrick truly is before it's too late? Or will Kendrick’s transformation from humiliated servant to powerful heir shatter their world forever?

Tiana thought she had risen to the top and no longer needed her poor husband – Jalen. Jalen is humiliated, divorced and kicked out of the house. As if to stamp the final seal, Tiana pulls out a check from her purse. She extends it towards him. “Three million dollars,” she said. “For everything. Take it and leave.” But fate has a different story install for her. She doesn’t know her so-called poor husband is a secret billionaire; the one who secretly pushed her to the level she is now. After casting Jalen away, life begins to happen; life handed her a bitter dose of reality. Now struggling to keep her company, Black Blossom, afloat, she finds herself standing in front of the one man she never imagined she’d see again... her ex-husband, now a powerful billionaire. “How are you the president of this company?” she whispered, eyes wide. Jalen’s lips curved. “You left me broken. Now you’re here for crumbs.” Old wounds reopen. Pride clashes with regret. But what happens when the tables turn and the man she once walked away from now holds the key to her breakthrough?

“You went to prison for me, Marcus... and I still chose him. What does that make you now?” “A God,” he replied, eyes glowing with divine fury. “One you’ll live to regret betraying.” After three years in a prison he could have shattered with a single thought, Marcus Kane—known once in legend as the God of War—returns to a broken world. His family, ruined. His mother, blind. His honor, mocked by the woman he sacrificed everything for. But behind his calm eyes now burns celestial fire. While mortals whisper rumors of his past, Marcus walks among them with godlike power cloaked in human skin. When thugs threaten his mother, they kneel. When doctors fail, he heals with ancient arts. When traitors laugh at his downfall—he answers with divine retribution. “You dare call me a beggar?” “You’re lucky I don’t call down heaven itself.” From luxury mansions to blood-soaked banquets, Marcus reclaims his destiny. As he crosses paths with powerful CEOs, martial masters, and an infuriatingly stubborn heiress named Valentina Romano, one thing becomes clear— They mocked the man. They will worship the god.

Luke Sullivan's life takes an unexpected turn when he wakes up in a new reality. Once a feared criminal enforcer, he now finds himself in the body of his alternate self - a timid police officer in New York's Special Crimes Unit. Struggling to reconcile his criminal past with his new law-abiding present, Luke discovers he's been given a mysterious 'Crime System' that aids him in solving cases. His first test comes quickly as he stumbles upon the notorious Criminal, leading to a thrilling capture that stuns his colleagues. As Luke navigates office politics and grapples with his dual nature, he realizes his unique perspective might be the key to cracking even the coldest of cases. But questions linger: Why was he given this second chance? What is the true purpose of the Crime System? And can a former criminal truly become a master detective? Follow Luke 's journey as he walks the thin line between his past and present, using his street smarts and newfound abilities to bring criminals to justice. In a world where destiny has dealt him an unexpected hand, Luke must redefine what it means to be on the right side of the law.

Dimitri Apollo, the illegitimate son of the influential Levan Apollo, was never destined to claim the throne of the Apollo Empire. But when his stepbrother Quinn...a reckless, pleasure-seeking heir...ignites a scandal that shakes their dynasty to its core, chaos takes hold. Framed for their father's brutal murder, Dimitri becomes the perfect scapegoat in a scheme orchestrated by his calculating stepmother. Condemned to seven years in prison, Dimitri loses everything he held dear. Behind bars, however, Dimitri discovers allies in the most unexpected places...a brilliant tech expert, a master thief, a fearless tracker, an incisive data analyst, a charismatic salesman, and a former dancer with lethal precision. Together, they forge a pact: to reclaim the Apollo Empire and bring justice to those who ruined Dimitri’s life. Seven years of meticulous planning. Seven years of unyielding resolve. Now a free man, Dimitri steps into a world that has moved forward without him. The empire he once knew lies in ruins, and his adversaries have only grown stronger. But Dimitri is no longer the marginalized son. With his loyal team by his side, he is determined to seize what was stolen...by any means necessary. The throne was never his birthright. Now, it’s his for the taking.

Humanity trembles under the shadow of demons—humanoid beings who appeared without warning, wielding unimaginable power. In mere days, they conquered an entire continent and now set their sights on the rest of the world. Standing between mankind and annihilation are the Exorcists, elite warriors who channel sacred energies to repel the demonic tide. Nineteen-year-old Nathan Reyes has spent his life dreaming of joining their ranks, determined to protect the innocent and avenge the devastation wrought upon his city. But one day, everything goes wrong. Nathan unknowingly absorbs a demon core. Now burdened with volatile demonic energy swirling inside him, Nathan stands at the edge of humanity and monstrosity. His once-heroic dream is threatened by suspicion, fear, and his inner darkness. Yet this forbidden power may be the key to defeating the demons once and for all—if Nathan can master it before it consumes him. In a world where light and darkness blur, Demon Core Exorcist is a pulse-pounding urban fantasy of mystical battles, secret legacies, and the price of power—and of a young man determined to carve his path between salvation and damnation. --------------- I'd appreciate it if you could take a look at my book and share your thoughts. It means a lot to me! Hope you enjoy reading it!