Ruthless

To save his grievously ill mother, broke college student Alex takes a shady deal to test black market software for a mysterious hacker. He must install the illegal update in his favorite virtual reality game, Elysium Quest. But Alex quickly realizes the hacked program triggers consequences reaching far beyond just getting his gaming account banned. Soon he's battling ruthless gamers determined to exploit the technology at all costs, evading escalating legal investigations, and making dangerous choices that push his moral limits. In a world where virtual and reality intertwine, Alex will risk everything to acquire the funds for a miracle cure. Along with help from his quick-witted childhood friend Emma, Alex is thrust into a high-stakes adventure full of combat, intrigue, and life-altering twists. As he masters new abilities, uncovers hidden truths, and fights for more than just survival, he learns what power and integrity mean when your back's against the wall.

Lucas Johnson was nothing more than a poor, overlooked student. He was mocked, humiliated, and used as a pawn by the wealthy elite. But everything changed the day he inherited his family’s vast empire. Overnight, the bullied became untouchable, armed with wealth, power, and a burning desire for vindication. Yet, freedom and fortune came at a cost. Lucas quickly discovers that his university rivals aren’t the only enemies plotting against him. Betrayal lurks in the most unexpected places. Amongst his friends, lovers, and even his own family harbor secrets that could destroy him. To survive, Lucas must scale through a treacherous world of corporate warfare, social power plays, and family conspiracies. He’ll need brains, strategy, and a ruthless streak he never knew he had to outwit those who underestimated him—and reclaim what was always rightfully his. In a world where status defines survival, Lucas must rise—or be crushed under the weight of his inheritance.

Ethan Wilder has nothing—no money, no power, and no one who cares about him. Used, humiliated, and left behind by his ex-girlfriend, he feels like life has already beaten him. Then, in one reckless night, everything changes. After saving an old woman from thugs, he receives a jade necklace—a gift that makes him the leader of The Jade Society, a secret society controlling trillions of dollars and the world’s most powerful forces. In an instant, he goes from being stepped on to standing at the top. But power comes with enemies. The Obsidian Order, a ruthless rival society, wants him destroyed. As Ethan fights to keep his new empire from falling, he is surrounded by brilliant and powerful women, drawn to his strength and ambition. Once, the world ignored him. Now, it fears him. Ethan must prove he is worthy of the power he holds—because if he fails, he won’t just lose everything . . . he’ll lose his life.

Jones Romeo once defeated, returned to rewrite the rules. When he dares to challenge Clinton, the ruthless leader who controls the college with an iron grip, he sparks a brutal war that spirals beyond his imagination. Betrayals lurk in every corner. Friendships shatter. Blood stains the hallways as Jones and Clinton wage a relentless battle for dominance. Lies, deception, and hidden agendas fuel their war, turning allies into enemies and enemies into ghosts. But just when Jones thinks he has won, Clinton proves why he’s a master of survival. His shocking escape from police custody sets the stage for an earth-shattering finale. A final, unpredictable confrontation at the docks leaves both men fighting not just for power, but for their lives. As bullets fly and the past comes crashing down, Jones faces the ultimate question: Can he truly end this war, or will Clinton’s shadow haunt him forever? In this high-stakes tale of revenge, power, and betrayal, one thing is certain, only one will leave Blackwood College alive.

When Salvatore Moretti, a powerful mafia boss, discovers that his right-hand man has been murdered, he embarks on a ruthless mission to uncover the truth. In his quest to find out who was behind the betrayal, Sal delves into the underworld of the mafia and uncovers a web of corruption and deceit. With enemies closing in, Sal must use all of his power and cunning to stay one step ahead. As he fights for survival, he is forced to confront his own demons, including his tumultuous relationship with his daughter and his troubled past. Sal realizes that the true cost of power is much greater than he ever imagined. His son, Luca Alessandro, is the one who he wants to continue the title of being the next Kingpin mafia that will make the rivals and enemy back off from getting in his way. Will Luca conquer his desires to get stronger and build a good reputation for himself and those people around him? Or will he suffer the consequences for risking it all despite the possibility of getting his own life in the mud of danger?

BLURB Ushar wanted the Blood Throne but even more than that he wanted to know the truth! Just when he seems to be getting to the root of what he exactly was however, the Vampires Queen decided that she had had enough off him and Ushar was plunged into a battle that would awaken his fate. Defeated and banished, Ushar wandered the human world as a legendary Mercenary but eventually received a ticket back to the underworld. There, he found an even greater threat rising against the whole Blood Kingdom. As a rejected prince and murderer of the last Blood Queen, would Ushar choose to help his people? Or, would he align with those that wished to destroy them? His identity however was much more mysterious than Ushar had ever thought and the journey to find out himself was far grievous than he could ever imagine but after a long wandering in the outer ring, the ruthless Guardian and Protector of the Two Realms finally returned forged of Blood and Bone. Even still, is Ushar ready to face both old and new Foes that beat his wildest imagination?

Shadowborne Estate lies on the isolated peaks of Mount Umbra. It is home to the most feared family of assassins in the world, known by only one name: the Shadowborne. Their name raises terror in the mouths of kingdoms, and death arrives silently with no errors whatsoever. They were trained from childhood, each a master with unique skills as honed by brutal discipline and unbreakable loyalty to the family's legacy. But with the arrival of Kael, the youngest successor, who starts to question the moral aspect of their profession, cracks begin to form within the otherwise ironclad code of the family. Curiosity and a yearning for freedom drive Kael to uncover secrets buried within the Shadowborne archives truths related to their origin, their cursed lineage, and the price of their mastery. Kael's rebellion sets off a chain reaction that pits him against his ruthless siblings, all of whom will stop at nothing to uphold the Shadowborne legacy. As alliances shift and betrayals mount, Kael has to decide whether to destroy the legacy he was born into or embrace it to protect those he loves. The Shadowborne Legacy is about the thin line between duty and defiance, entwining the tale of dark secrets, complex family bonds, and the battle for identity over generations of shadows.

Deltrey's voice cracked, and he swallowed hard before muttering, "I... I have no idea what you are talking about, I swear!" Nathan leaned in closer, his eyes inches from Deltrey's face. "Are you going to tell me that you have no idea about the bomb that your company created? Tell me the truth!" In the dangerous world of the Amber family's, Nathan's parents met their demise in a brutal power struggle. But Nathan, believed to be dead, underwent a secret transformation, becoming a Master of Business, medicine, combat, and the arcane arts. To protect himself from ruthless rivals, he faked his own death and assumed the role of a humble son-in-law to Karina Blackwood. Beneath this facade, Nathan wields extraordinary power, commanding loyal subordinates and nurturing a burning desire for vengeance. His unwavering purpose was to avenge his parents’ tragic fate. Join Nathan in this gripping journey through a world of deception, power, and unwavering determination, where his quest for justice has the potential to reshape the underworld's destiny. Read to find out In this thrilling tale of intrigue and retribution.

Alex Chen mops TechNova’s office’s polished floors in the busy heart of New York City. He is just another nameless janitor to the busy workers who are hurrying by, someone to be laughed at or ignored. They are unaware that a man of extraordinary power and influence lies beneath this simple guise. Alex was raised to be a leader because he was the heir to the old Phoenix Clan. In any case, a severe fight for control constrained him in banishment, abandoning all that he knew, including Elena, the lady he cherished. In the mountains of Tibet, Alex studied under a reclusive healer for years, becoming an expert in both martial arts and medicine. In the shadows, he fabricated the Shadow Circle, a secret network so huge and compelling that even New York's most remarkable figures murmur its name in wonder. Alex has since returned to take back what is his. Elena is involved in a relationship with Nicholas Vega, the ruthless heir of the Scorpion Syndicate, as the rival Syndicate's hold on Chinatown has grown. Covering his real character, Alex carries on with an apparently typical life as a janitor while plotting his vengeance.

FROM THE JAWS OF HELL… Ruthless, charming and cold hearted vampire prince. Damon Baal, has survived seven centuries being haunted by a dream from his past. A dream in which he couldn't save his lover from death. But when his dreams come to an end after he meets a mortal woman, Liya Myers.  Damon believes her to be his long lost love reincarnated. He starts to feel an irresistible urge towards her but even with a billion dollars to his name and the reputation of a master seducer that no woman could deny, Damon still feels incapable of making the hardheaded woman fall in love with him. Being the vampire prince, Damon finds himself stuck in a corner, he has to choose between his race and Liya.  His position in the vampire race had always made him a target for the other vampires and demons, Damon knows he's putting himself and her at risk by abandoning his race to be with her. Damon tries to stay away but he still finds himself falling for the hardheaded mortal.