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Charles was treated like a nobody by his wife, Emma, and her family. He lived a life of misery, hoping that someday, they will accept him regardless of his financial status. But when Emma divorced him and he was kicked out of the family, a new life began for him. He was the heir to the biggest company in the city. And now, his wife wanted him back. Will he go back? Or will he take revenge for years of his misery?

Not everyone dream of reincarnating into a fantasy world, some people work hard and live a life of fantasies in real world. Eric Grace at the age of 22 he was a millionaire with 2 successful businesses printed money for him day and night. He had everything money, power and harem but his luck has ran out and he was abducted by angels and thrown into the fantasy world with a useless system which only knows how to torture his host. Gods has used him as sacrifice to divert the attention of demon king from the real hero and his life was about to end on the 1st day of his reincarnation but a nemesis of gods saved him from certain doom which introduced himself as ‘Merlin system’. Join Eric Grace on his adventure and revenge pilgrimage as he slays everyone who has destroyed his peaceful life and used him as pawn and witness the birth of celestial overlord. ~ From DemonKingAK ******************************************* PS: The main races on which the story will focus will be Demon, Human and Gods but aside from them there will be subsidiary races such as Elves, Dwarves, Angels etc. The story will mostly focus on journey of Eric and Merlin (The system) containing lots of fan service, humor, action and adventure. Please leave a review if you like the book or if you have any suggestion. Disclaimer: Please Note that the novel cover is not owned by Author. Credit goes to respective Artist. A/N: If you wish to support author please visit ko-fi.com/akpov. connect with author @ https://discord.gg/s6mT2AHbGc

Gabriel Marchesi is a brilliant criminal defense attorney with a dark secret, he’s the trusted legal advisor to the Russo crime family. For years, Gabriel has expertly balanced his dual life, manipulating the legal system to protect the mob while maintaining the illusion of respectability. But his carefully constructed world begins to unravel when Anthony Marino, a Russo accountant, turns informant, armed with evidence that could expose the family’s secrets and Gabriel’s role in laundering their money. With federal prosecutor Elliot Kane closing in and Marino under government protection, the Russo family demands Gabriel silence the traitor by any means necessary. As the pressure mounts, Gabriel faces scrutiny from the Bar Association, which threatens to disbar him for misconduct. Allegra Russo, the ruthless heir to the family empire, makes it clear that failure is not an option, forcing Gabriel into a perilous game of manipulation, deceit, and survival. As Gabriel dives deeper into the darkness, his moral compass falters. Each decision pulls him further into a web of betrayal and violence, blurring the line between loyalty and self-preservation. Haunted by his choices and the growing threat of exposure, Gabriel must confront an impossible question: how far is he willing to go to protect himself and the family he serves? Set in the shadowy underworld of Chicago, This book is a gripping legal thriller about ambition, loyalty, and the cost of living a double life. As Gabriel’s worlds collide and the stakes reach a deadly peak, he’ll discover that some lines, once crossed, can never be undone.

In a world of betrayal and heartbreak, Ivan, once looked down upon, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and vengeance. His wife, Lucy, forces him to attend a dinner party, leading to his job loss and a series of unfortunate events. Lucy reveals her infidelity with Ivan, further shattering their relationship. Ivan's life takes an unexpected turn when a stranger saves him and covers his hospital expenses, revealing a mysterious connection to his past. As his wife's career rises, she decides to divorce him, and Ivan reluctantly signs the divorce agreement. Unbeknownst to Lucy, Ivan is the heir of a powerful supernatural family, destined to be a war god with immense power. He builds a trio of successful technology companies and becomes the greatest Lycan leader the world has ever seen.In a quest for ultimate power, Ivan becomes the greatest Lycan leader the world has ever seen, rewriting his family's legacy and exacting justice upon those who wronged him.In this tale of redemption and revenge, Ivan's journey takes him from a shattered man to a formidable force, will he succumb to the darkness that consumes him, or will he find the strength to rise above his past and forge a new path? Find out in this gripping saga of love, betrayal, and supernatural power.

Prince Evans is the ruler of his kingdom, which has been cursed by an ancient and sinister crown, casting shadows promising to destroy his homeland. In trying to bury the crown, Prince Evans unknowingly unleashes dark spirits, possessing his people and turning them into shadowy agents of chaos. At the same time, his trusted advisor, Cedric, secretly explores the dark powers of the crown for personal gain, inciting rebellion and claiming control over the kingdom. As Cedric's sun of influence rises, Evans is left with no choice but to seek an amulet of legend, said to break the curse that infests the crown and thus save his people. A struggle races on to save the kingdom from total darkness as Evans pursues a perilous quest, each threat greater than the last, threatened by betrayal, turmoil in the heart, and perilous magic.

Akin Samuels is a globally acclaimed genius(although being sick of getting the fact reminded to him on a regular basis) in a world where the already existing technology is jaw dropping. But in such a world, the natural assumption would be that nothing could ever possibly go wrong, wouldn't it? Unfortunately for Samuels and everyone else in this world of his, SOMETHING does indeed go wrong, with that being a deadly new virus seems to have popped out of nowhere and claims the lives of billions of people, dropping the total world population to a number which is a shadow of what it should have been. Having something of a rebellious spirit, Samuels immediately doesn't believe in this piece of public knowledge to be true because the virus in itself is one shrouded by mystery and secrecy. So now, since the government has failed to do it's job, Samuels takes it upon himself to discover the truth using only his wits, brain and last in the list of things he possesses, a time machine. However, in doing so he is thrown and also forces those he care about into secrets of the world which were meant to never have been spoken of by certain people and is left to bare the consequences of his actions. What could this mean for the future and past of Samuels and those around him?

No one is born with equal rights. Some people are born rich, while others are born poor. Some could not succeed no matter how hard they tried, while others became rulers without even lifting a finger.   But what happens when the universe's strongest villain twists fate by creating an Omnipotent Villain System? And Luke, a man abandoned by the world, an irregular who lost everything because of his unreasonably bad luck, a man made ruthless by the world. An ordinary, broken, and ruthless man who accomplished an impossible feat of killing a protagonist at the cost of his life And a man who fulfils all of the prerequisites and obtains the Omnipotent Villain System Beauty, power, and money. Everything is his to keep. Reincarnated in a world he knew so well,  He will steal every heroine. Ruthless to the man, ruthless to the woman, "Do you think you're a heroine, and I will not kill you? Naive!" "Let me enjoy you in bed first, then kill you in the most brutal way. " "After all, as an avaricious person, how could I not seek the most beneficial way?" The children of destiny, even some heroines who did him and his family harm, will suffer as a result of his wrath. But in a realistic world, is everything as grey as he assumes? Watch as our Luke builds his own harem of beautiful heroines and rules over the world. Watch his growth as he explores the unknown. ~~~~~~~~~ Author's note: ~ No NTR ~ 18+ content ~ Harem exists. ~ Please help a new writer. ~ Criticism is welcome, but please be respectful. ~ Incest ? Idk maybe. Not sure for now.

In the desolate town of Ravenswood, journalist Lucas arrives to debunk its supernatural myths but stumbles upon a cursed history hidden in the shadows. As he digs deeper, he discovers a cycle of disappearances and dark rituals plaguing the town every decade. Guided by an unseen force, Lucas ventures into the ancient forest, revealing eerie symbols and a malevolent presence. The forgotten souls of Ravenswood, trapped between the living and the dead, implore him to unearth the truth. Haunted by memories of a forgotten past, Lucas faces a spectral figure revealing a pact made by desperate townsfolk centuries ago. To break the curse, he must confront an ancient entity lurking in the heart of the forest—a force that hungers for the suffering of Ravenswood. As Lucas navigates the ethereal landscape and confronts the colossal entity, the town's forgotten souls bear witness to a final reckoning. The malevolence that bound Ravenswood for centuries must be confronted, and Lucas holds the key to severing the town's ties to the cursed realm. In a surreal confrontation with the entity, Lucas must grapple with his own past and make a choice that will either free Ravenswood from its haunted history or condemn it to an eternity of darkness. The shadows of the forgotten demand justice, and Lucas is the reluctant harbinger of their long-awaited reckoning.

Alexander Morningstar carries a secret identity, burdened with immense power and constant danger. Seeking refuge while recovering from a grave injury, he assumes an ordinary life and marries Sophia Fairchild, a seemingly average woman. Secretly, Alexander guides and empowers Sophia, transforming her into one of the city's most influential female CEOs. However, just as Alexander begins genuinely falling in love with his wife, a devastating misunderstanding occurs. Sophia's scheming cousin-in-law falsely accuses Alexander of a heinous crime, branding him a rapist. Blinded by betrayal and distrust, Sophia demands a divorce, severing ties with the man who had silently elevated her life. Only after Alexander disappears from her world does Sophia painfully realize the truth—without him, her life and success crumble, leaving her with the haunting realization that she was nothing without his hidden guidance.

"Daddy?" The small voice stopped Logan Hayes in his tracks, and his heart skipped a beat. He turned to face the boy staring up at him with wide eyes, eyes that reflected his own. "What did you call me?" Logan asked, his voice thick with disbelief and surprise, he has been waiting all his life for someone to call him a dad. "You're back?" Maya Dawson’s voice cut through the air, tense with shock and an unmistakable hint of anger. Logan turned slowly, meeting the gaze of the woman he had spent five years dreaming of. "I never wanted to leave." His words came out as a plea, filled with emotion. Maya shook her head, with a cold tone. "You didn't just leave, Logan. You disappeared." Logan stepped closer, narrowing his eyes. "You think I abandoned you? It was your family, Maya. They forced me out. I fought my way back for you only to find you married to someone else." Her voice wavered as she whispered, "You have no right to come back and disrupt my life now. Richard is my husband." Logan's voice dropped to a low, intense whisper. "Is he my son?" Maya’s silence told him everything. Five years ago, Logan Hayes was forced out of Maya Dawson’s life, pressured by her powerful family into walking away from their marriage. Once a struggling dock worker and the illegitimate son of the Carlton family, Logan left without a word, leaving Maya heartbroken and convinced he had abandoned her.