True Essence

Gordon was the man Ashley believed she could treat as disposable, a mere ordinary son-in-law with no ambition, no wealth, and no future. What she didn’t know was that her empire, her victories, and even her crown were built on the foundation he laid in silence. When years of sacrifice are met only with scorn, Gordon finally walks away. Ashley, arrogant and certain he can never leave her, welcomes his departure… until the walls of her empire begin to crack. One by one, the allies, fortunes, and power she believed she earned slip through her fingers. Meanwhile, the “ordinary” man she dismissed begins to rise. His true identity emerges piece by piece, wealth beyond imagination, influence that shakes the city, and a new love that finally values his devotion. By the time Ashley realizes the truth, it may be too late. The man she thought beneath her has become someone she can only look up to… from the shadows of her own ruin.

When Lana Rey is unexpectedly chosen to marry Grey Thompson—the cold and powerful heir to one of New York’s oldest dynasties—she steps into a world of wealth, secrets, and traditions she doesn’t understand. Bound by an ancestral pact, neither of them has a choice… or so it seems. Grey is a man haunted by shadows of the past. Lana is a woman with no knowledge of her true origins. Together, they are drawn into an uneasy union that quickly unravels into something far more dangerous. Old photographs, hidden records, and whispered family betrayals suggest that Lana’s past is entangled with Grey’s in ways neither of them dares to name. As their reluctant marriage ignites forbidden feelings, every discovery pushes them closer to a truth powerful enough to destroy them both. In the heart of the Thompson estate—where loyalty is a weapon and legacy a curse—Lana and Grey must decide if their bond is fate… or a trap laid generations ago. In a world where nothing is what it seems, love might be the most dangerous secret of all.

Derrick thought he had it all. A wife he loved, a home he could call his own, and a job that paid the bills. But then his world came crashing down around him. His wife divorced him, his in-laws shamed him for being poor and classless, he was scorned and was left with nothing. Then, one day, he met a mysterious woman who offered to help him in his rising journey to the top. She claimed to be a friend, but he couldn't shake the feeling that there was something more to her story. As he got to know the woman, he began to realize that she wasn't who she said she was. As he wrestled with these questions, he found himself drawn deeper and deeper into her world. But was it all just a trap? Or could she be the key to unlocking his true potential? Suddenly, Derrick becomes rich and is ready to revenge those that looked down on him when he had nothing. How would he take his long desired revenge.? Find out!

"Is it true? Are you really the Miracle Healer? Are you really rich and powerful?" "Yes. It's all true." Jayce Walker is the secret owner of the world's biggest tech company and a legendary healer who can cure the impossible. But nobody knows this because he pretends to be a poor food delivery man. His wife, Hailey Barker, hates him and thinks he married her for money. She treats him like dirt and wants a divorce. But Hailey doesn't know the truth. Her grandfather forced the marriage to protect her from a dangerous enemy. And that enemy, Stephen Winchestar, just arrived in the city with one goal: destroy Jayce and take everything from the Barker family. When Hailey discovers her husband's secret identity, she realizes she was wrong about everything. But by then, it might be too late. Stephen is closing in, old wounds are opening up, and Jayce must decide: keep hiding in the shadows or step into the light and risk losing everything he's worked for.

The Poor Son-in-Law Turned Out to Be the Richest Man in the World! So wealthy that people said Jackson Raksa Hethawey possessed endless money—enough to buy the entire world! Once mocked as the “worthless beggar son-in-law” of Madam Ester’s powerful family, Jackson spent his days treated lower than a servant inside their grand mansion. Every day passed with humiliation and scorn. Living for years under the Savage family’s roof, Jackson began to uncover the dark secrets they had carefully hidden from the public—including the shocking truth of his real marriage. Everything changed the day Jackson received a mysterious envelope. At last, he shed the mask he had worn for so long, shaking the world with his true identity. Now, mysterious and untouchable, Jackson strikes back at those who once trampled on him, one by one. He is Jackson Raksa Hethawey. Not just the richest man alive, but the son-in-law once cast aside—who has now become the most sought-after of all!

Elliot Kane is a scrawny, introverted college freshman at Crestwood University, relentlessly bullied by the campus elite: jocks, frat boys, and social media influencers who thrive on his humiliation. One night, during a particularly brutal encounter that leaves him battered in a dark alley, a mysterious cosmic anomaly binds an alien neural entity to his mind: the Death Mind System. This system grants Elliot a chilling power: by knowing a person’s true name and whispering their death in his mind, he can kill them instantly, their body collapsing as if their soul were snuffed out. No evidence, no trace; just a thought, and they’re gone. But the system isn’t just a weapon; it’s a living, evolving intelligence that feeds on death. Each kill upgrades its capabilities, unlocking new mental abilities: telepathic manipulation, memory siphoning, even glimpses into the victim’s final thoughts. The more Elliot kills, the stronger and more addictive the system becomes, transforming him from a timid outcast into a calculating force of vengeance.

Betrayed. Poisoned. Forgotten. Kael Aric, once the brilliant crown prince, dies at the hands of those he trusted most. But fate grants him a second chance reborn as the Tyrant’s Heir, with the memories of his past life burning like fire in his veins. This time, there will be no mercy. With a system that allows him to cultivate, level up, and unlock golden finger powers, Kael vows to rise from the ashes. Every scheming courtier, every backstabbing noble, and every traitor who once mocked him will face his revenge. From a weak, overlooked heir to a ruthless warrior prince, he will crush his enemies with cold precision, turning humiliation into face-slapping victories. Yet behind his sharp blade lies a secret: the true enemy is not only within the palace walls, but lurking in the shadows of the empire itself. Will Kael use his rebirth to seize the throne, rewrite destiny, and build a kingdom stronger than ever before? Or will the chains of betrayal tighten once more around his neck?

High in the sky, I stood above everyone! Looking down on the destruction brought by me! Necessary it was! Needed it was! Only after Chaos will the Order arrive! The story begins with "Once upon a time"! But ends once the villain dies! What I need is peace! Not the vengeance! What I seek is a path! To the glory, a step me! -------------------------------------- Mortal Earth! A planet similar to our Earth but a little backward in terms of technology. Instead, they have energy in their body with which they can perform magic. But not everyone has the ability to understand and use this energy. In the history of Mortal Earth, there are Seven Wonders which were created by the strongest humans. Their wishes and dreams were what structured these Seven Wonders of the world! A guy died under the collapse ceiling, and is transmigrated there. With full of adventure started by owning one of the Seven Wonders of the World, will he be able to find out his true goal in life? ------------------------------------ An Original by the author--- Many things that will happen in the novel is pure imagination and not related to the real world. Update- One chapter every 24 hour Also, english is not my main or second language.

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?

Leon Vincent is an overpowered martial artist who has trained in various styles of combat since he was a child. After winning countless competitions and defeating all challengers, he grows restless and seeks out a new challenge. He discovers a legendary dojo that has a reputation for producing the best fighters in the city. Despite the other students' initial skepticism, Leon quickly proves himself to be a skilled fighter and gains their respect. As he continues his training, Leon becomes embroiled in a dangerous underworld of martial arts gangs and underground fights. He soon finds himself facing off against the city's most notorious fighters, who will stop at nothing to take him down. Leon must use all of his skills and training to survive and protect those he cares about. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of honor, loyalty, and friendship, as he battles his way to the top of the martial arts world. With high-stakes fights, intense training sequences, and a complex cast of characters, the Leon Vincent martial arts novel is an action-packed adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.