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"Being insulted by my wife's family doesn't make me desperate, wait for my wife to rise, I will turn things around!" Su Juan tries hard to be accepted in his wife's family until one day, an artifact recognizes him as its master.

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.

Ethan Cross has spent years enduring humiliation at the hands of his unfaithful wife, Sarah, and her wealthy, powerful family. Treated like an outcast, Ethan’s love for Sarah keeps him trapped in a marriage filled with betrayal and manipulation. But everything changes when a shocking incident reveals that Ethan is the long-lost heir to the Van Rensselaer fortune—an empire that rivals the wealth and influence of Sarah’s family. Fueled by anger and a thirst for vengeance, Ethan rises to reclaim what is rightfully his. As he navigates a world of power, deception, and deadly alliances, Sarah and her family plot against him, determined to destroy him before he can strike back. Along the way, Ethan finds an unexpected ally—and a potential new love interest—but his heart is scarred by betrayal, and trust doesn’t come easy. With thrilling twists, explosive secrets, and a relentless drive for revenge, Ethan will stop at nothing to bring down those who wronged him. But the Forresters won’t go down without a fight, and the game of power and retribution is just beginning. Will Ethan succeed in his quest for justice, or will Sarah’s family destroy him before he can claim his legacy? One thing is certain—nothing is as it seems, and no one is safe.

Under the Ashes** is a thrilling urban drama about power, revenge, and self-discovery. Ethan Li, once a humiliated son-in-law living as a servant in his wife’s home, has been kicked out and betrayed by the woman he sacrificed everything for. Sophia Wang, now a powerful businesswoman, throws him aside for a wealthier lover, unaware that Ethan was the secret force behind her rise to success. But what she doesn’t know is just the beginning. Ethan, discarded and beaten, reclaims his hidden identity as the rightful heir to the Li Consortium, one of the most powerful conglomerates in the world. Fueled by years of shame and bitterness, he returns with a single mission—revenge. With the help of his loyal ally, Victor Chen, Ethan sets in motion a devastating plan to ruin all those who betrayed him. But as Ethan uncovers buried family secrets—including the truth behind his mother’s tragic death—he finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of corporate warfare, hidden agendas, and shifting loyalties. His ruthless father, Reginald Li, will stop at nothing to keep control of the Li empire, even if it means turning his own son into a pawn. As Ethan faces betrayals, moral dilemmas, and global conspiracies, he must decide how far he’s willing to go for vengeance. In a world where power comes at a cost, Ethan will rise from the ashes of his past, but can he escape the shadows of his family’s legacy? Under the Ashes is a fast-paced, suspenseful tale of revenge, family betrayal, and the struggle to reclaim one’s identity. What would you sacrifice to destroy the ones who broke you?

“I’m not here to stay her bestie, Aiden. I came back to New York to marry her.” Wesley slips a card from his pocket, holding it out like it’s radioactive. “This is me being generous. There’s a hundred thousand dollars loaded on it. Take it. Go home, pack your things, and disappear. I’ll tell everyone you left because life got too hard.” Aiden stares. Not at the money—he could buy a hundred of those cards without blinking—but at the audacity. Because if Wesley knew who he really was… He’d be the one begging to disappear. **** By day, Aiden is the fool. The humble househusband with a dish towel slung over his shoulder, humming as he mops floors, checks the stew, and gets barked at by his in-laws like he’s less than nothing. Everyone thinks he’s soft. Gullible. Replaceable. But by night? He becomes the man the city's richest fear. In a dark room filled with shadows and smoke, he gives orders—orders that no billionaire, no politician, no enemy dares question. They call him sir. But to his wife’s family? He’s still just the broke son-in-law. They don’t know the game they’re playing. Yet.

Five years. That’s how long Ethan Carter dedicated his life to the Hale family’s empire, believing loyalty would earn him respect. Instead, he was framed for theft and infidelity—cast out like trash to justify his contracted wife’s divorce. His ex-wife, Vanessa Hale, a national screen goddess, painted him as a scumbag, turning fans and street mobs against him. Homeless, disgraced, and beaten, Ethan thought his suffering had reached its peak—until he uncovered the darkest secret of the Hale family. His father-in-law and brother-in-law were criminals masquerading as elites, their hands dipped in underground dealings. But before he could dig out enough evidence to expose them, masked men ambushed him, leaving him broken and bleeding in an alleyway. As death seemed inevitable, a mysterious woman saved him. Little did he know, she was Olivia Roberts, daughter to Tim Roberts, William Sinclair’s best friend. William Sinclair is the richest and most respected man in all if New York and beyond, he is the owner of the largest conglomerate in all of New York, and even more shocking… Ethan was his long-lost grandson. With a new identity, a limitless empire at his fingertips, and a searing thirst for revenge, Ethan returns—not as the discarded son-in-law but as a king ready to take back everything stolen from him. The game had changed, and this time, he made the rules.

Dante had it all—wealth, respect, and a bright future as the heir to his family’s empire. But in the blink of an eye, he lost everything. Framed for stealing family funds, disowned, and left to rot on the streets, Dante became the world’s laughingstock. Even his girlfriend turned her back on him. Everyone called him a traitor, but they didn’t know the truth. Victor, his older brother, and Lucas, his cunning cousin, were the real villains. Victor bribed a witness to frame Dante, while Lucas poisoned their father to tighten his grip on power. Together, they destroyed Dante’s life to secure their own. But Dante wasn’t the type to stay down. Fate stepped in, as the Mafia overlord system was activated . In an instant, Dante went from rock bottom to untouchable. Now, he’s back, playing a game of revenge. He’s not just taking their money; he’s taking their empire apart piece by piece. Victor and Lucas will lose everything—clients, power, trust. They took everything from him. Now it’s Dante’s turn. And when he’s done, they’ll wish they’d never betrayed him.

Jacques Albert, the cool kid from high school had lived most of his life in solitude. He found company only when he is with a game pad tapping away his game characters to victory. Along the line, Jacq's friend Karl indirectly made him popular among the boys when he invited him over to the skate park to have fun. He ran into a sort of trouble with a skate gang and the only way to redeem himself is to beat Cyrax, the best gamer in the area in a 1v1... "... But do you know what else I can do? Jacq went on like he hadn't been interrupted. "... I CAN GAME." He gained a little popularity after then but suddenly, his life took a whole new turn. He was kidnapped by a secret corporation that deals with an advanced futuristic technology... The commander of the Corp was his classroom crush from high school, Cassie. He found out the reason for his kidnap later on, and in another wild turn of events, Cassie planned his escape when her father wanted to have them killed. Their adventitious run from the soldiers led him to the source of the advanced technology the Corp operates on. By accident, he suffered a deadly blast from the when he got close to the Blue Orb. He died... Then, rose back to life again mysteriously. But a strange system followed him back to his present life. With the system came serious responsibilities, as he has to use to use the system to solve his many mysteries and overcome his many obstacles. Will he be able to master this Strange System and survive the dangers that lurk in the shadows?

David Hart's destiny changes on his twenty first birthday when he, in a series of bizarre events finds himself immersed into a game's systematic world. He believes leveling up would grant him enough Power to leave the game and proceeds with his adventure. Unfortunately for him, time races against him as the game on the outside world develops a virus gradually eating away at the file while he's trapped in it. Will he succeed, or will he fail?

Eldric, an ordinary man with a love for heroic tales, is about to embark on an extraordinary journey. After receiving a much-anticipated game called Great Hero Online (GHO) from his friend Rylan, he eagerly dives into a virtual world of adventure. But what begins as an exciting escape soon turns into a nightmare when Eldric finds himself trapped in the game, unable to log out. The world of GHO is real, and Eldric's new identity as a hero named Dyne comes with unexpected dangers. As monsters, treacherous landscapes, and powerful forces challenge their every move, Eldric and Rylan must navigate this perilous world together. But their greatest battle isn't just against the creatures that roam the land—it's against time itself, as they struggle to find a way back to their rightful world. The price of survival? Sacrifice, heartbreak, and a will to never give up. In this thrilling tale of courage and resilience, Eldric's journey is one of self-discovery, where the line between heroism and humanity is tested at every turn. Will they ever make it back home, or will the world of GHO claim them forever?