Zhuri is just a lowly orphan,she's been living a pitiful and painful life since she was a child. She never imagined what her future would look like,the people she would meet,or most especially...her soulmate. Does she even have one? And then,what's her fate? She doesn't seem to care about any of these at all,until the journey started. Her Fate came knocking right in front of her,the voice she can't ignore. What next for her?? Then find out as you read this book.....💚
★★★★★TWO WEEKS AGO**LINGYAN VILLAGE, A SMALL INN**
Zhuri was in the backyard working herself out as usual,even though her aunt,Sabrina,who's the owner of the inn is capable of getting workers to work for her,still,she never got any. Zhuri work all day with no rest,she serve the customers,do the cleaning and the cooking and so on. Sabrina have a girl who's same age as Zhuri,Inaya. But she's like the princess of the house,she never do a thing,in a word,Zhuri can also be seen as a maid in there,maybe a slave might be better coz at least maids get paid but Zhuri doesn't. As Zhuri cleaned,her stomach kept making noise continuously,who would believe her if she told them she ate about thirty hours ago?? Well that's how she starves everyday. She live on the leftovers from the customers and even sometimes Sabrina would choose to bring up her wicked act and dispose the leftovers just for her to starve. Unending punishments without a reason. Zhuri's only sin is that she's an orphan,Sabrina would mention it every chance she gets that she was the reason why her parents died. Poor Zhuri would cry her eyes out and would later stop because there's obviously no one to console her. Moments later,Zhuri heard some footsteps coming closer to her and she looked back to see Inaya approaching her. She wore a beautiful red dress,her hair was looking so shiny,she's just gorgeous. Unlike her who only have one hanfu,it's torn on most parts,her shoes are tattered and her hair is unkept every time because she doesn't even have time for herself. Her body is full of scars from the beatings,her face is so rough and she feels so ugly compared to Inaya. "Hey loser" Inaya smirked. Zhuri said nothing."You have customers to serve,so follow me" Inaya said. "What happened to you? Why must I be the only one? You can see I'm working......."Inaya shifted closer"Do you want it the hard way?" She whispers into her ear. "So you better hurry up,mother will be here soon" She smiled and walked away. Zhuri swallowed and got up,she knows better than ignoring Sabrina's call,she would be dead if she doesn't show up in a minute from now. She wiped her sweat tiredly and Left the backyard. She walked into the inn and went straight to Sabrina. "I'm here" Zhuri muttered. Sabrina gave her an angry glare but didn't say a word,she pushed the tray in her hand to Zhuri's chest. "Room 103...you better do well this time or you're dead as your mother in hell" Sabrina said. Zhuri bowed and immediately walked away,she could feel some pains under her feet but this isn't the time to check yet. She finally stopped in front of the room and knocked gently,she heard a deep voice telling her to enter,she opened the door and went in. A middle aged man was laying on the bed,definitely one of the usual merchants that patronizes them from time to time,his long hair and full beards looks irritating to Zhuri that she felt like poking,or is it because she's hungry like an homeless child? The man grinned weirdly at Zhuri as she dropped his meals. "Sabrina always have the most beautiful maidens,even though you're unkept right now,I don't mind" He said and Zhuri bashed her lashes in shock. She don't want to believe it's whatever she's thinking in her head right now....Did Sabrina sell her out to this man? "I will leave now" Zhuri immediately bowed and turned to go but the man grabbed her hand and pulled her back on the bed. "Where are you going? Don't you know what to do again?" He asked and tried placing his lips on hers. "Please stop!" Zhuri screamed and pushed him away forcefully with tears rolling down her eyes. The man landed a slap on her face and pushed her aggresively on the bed. "No!!! Please!!" Zhuri screamed with the remaining strength inside her. She could remember the first time she got raped by one of their customers, Sabrina had told her to serve him as usual,unknown to Zhuri that it was all a set up. He was too strong for her and he had his way,it was so painful that she cried for days,she was traumatized since then,she sworn never to experience such pain again and now this??"No!!!" Zhuri was still struggling with him,the man was at the point of tearing her dress completely but somehow she got the strength and she pushed him off herself,she kicked his middle and ran out of the room in heavy tears. At this point,she was finally done. Nobody has to tell her again that she's not wanted there,she would die and Sabrina wouldn't even blink out a tear. She's a nobody who will definitely die as a nobody. But Zhuri wasn't ready to die,even if death comes knocking,she should die as a strong woman,a noble woman,not this way. She found her way out of the inn,crying as she ran to where she doesn't even know. She was on the run for a while till she got a place to sit and rest,her breathe was draining away slowly. **It's been hours since she was seated in the same position,where would she go? It was already getting dark. But then all of a sudden she remembered and old lady she had met few weeks back,she sounded like a seer and her words to Zhuri were..."YOUR FATE IS A DANGEROUS ONE BUT IF YOU ARE READY TO FACE IT,YOU MIGHT BE SAVED" Zhuri got up almost immediately and started another run,she saw the lady on her way back from the stream that night but where would she find her now? Strangely she saw some lanterns burning from afar,she had to stop running because this road is usually lonely and quiet,but where's that light coming from,? She started walking slowly then she saw a lady selling some old treasures,Zhuri wondered why one would even think of selling here,nobody is passing. Nevertheless,she greeted with a bow and continue walking. "You look like someone who's ready to face her fate" The lady said and Zhuri immediately turned. "How.....how did you...." She stammered,right in front of her the lady changed to the old woman she met. Zhuri immediately ran to her,breathing heavily."Old one....please....help" She broke into tears. The woman smile."You sound desperate" She said. "Yes I am...I'm dying slowly old one,I might not even last till the next full moon,I feel weaker every passing second,it's draining inside my soul,please" Zhuri cried. The old woman said nothing,she only watched her. "What am I supposed to do old one? I'm ready" Zhuri said in tears as she stood in front of the woman who smiled sinlessly. "Are you saying this because of the pains?" "Yes.....""But who said you won't pass through pain where you're going?" Zhuri said nothing. "Think carefully before you make your decision child.....""I don't think there's any other pain greater than the ones I've passed through,my whole life,as long as I will have you by my side,then please take me away from here" "It's a journey to a dry tree" Zhuri was confused. "A dry tree?" She asked and the old woman smiled. "A dry tree that have refused to bring forth flowers,,your FATE is to make it bloom again...child" "If it's about that,I should be able to, old one,I love nature alot" Zhuri replied and the woman laughed. "You will soon understand" She said"Here" she searched through her treasures and handed a bracelet to Zhuri. "Wear it and accept your fate no matter what" She said. Zhuri immediately wore it around her Left wrist. "What next?" She asked and the woman smiled. ******MOON EMPIRE**Zhuri opened her eyes slowly and looked around,it was blurry at first but then it started getting clear but at the same time more confusing. 'Where am I? What's this? How did I get here?' She was asking those questions In her head as she balanced herself to sit up. She checked herself out,the dress on her body look so expensive that it became more strange,where are those scars all over her body?? But the shock became more when she mistakenly saw her face in the mirror. She screamed and immediately covered her mouth,she have another face entirely!!'What's going on!!" She screamed and looked around her. It was then dawn on her,she was inside a palanquin. 'Who is this? Who owns this body?? Is she a princess??' Zhuri thought but seeing the eyes,she looks like one who have been crying. She was so confused. After some minutes,the palanquin stopped moving and the curtain was opened revealing an hefty cold looking man. "Get Out" he said rudely and coldly 'I guess I'm wrong,the person who owns this body isn't a princess...then what is she?' Zhuri thought. She was still thinking when she was dragged out and thrown on the ground."Ahh!" Zhuri screamed as her palms landed on thorns,she began bleeding from there. There she is!!!!!!!The screams she heard made her look up and behold were hundred of citizens running over with angry looks on their faces. She don't deserve to be alive!!! She need to die!!!Before she knew it,they began throwing stones on her,heavy ones. One landed on her head,nose,lips,chest,legs,all over her body and in a minute the white dress she on her was soaked with blood. Zhuri was speechless as she struggled in pain on the ground. What has this person done to deserve this kind of treatment?? Tears rolled down her eyes,she wanted to just die at that moment but still she was curious,who is this person?? Her father is an animal in human skin!!! She must pay for everything her father did!!!Bingo!!This body is paying for what her father did,not what she did. The hefty men dragged her up mercilessly not minding her Pains,that was when she looked up to see where they were.....
Since the foundation of the city, People have been disappearing mysteriously in CALABAR only to be found in shreds at the shores of the river or coast. Unknown to most of the people, they have been terrorized by the mermaids who have lived and inhabited the rivers and coast for thousands of years even before the city was found. Despite taking precautions to stay away from the waters, more people kept disappearing unexpectedly and just when it looks like the nightmare wouldn't end, things took a great turn. Joseph Affiong a 20yr old orphan and an aquatic lover discovers the truth about the mysterious CALABAR myth when fate aligns him with Zenti Xecisi, a rainbow haired princess mermaid and the next heir to the underwater kingdom. Falling in love with each other, both of them decided to find a solution to prevent the long crisis that has been plagueing the people of calabar but things don't go as planned. Find out in this epic story the perils and consequences that enfolds as these two Lovers try to overcome the odds that are stacked against them.
In the mysterious realms where shadows whisper and the veil between desire and darkness is thin, "Lilith: Mistress of Seduction" invites readers into a world where ancient powers collide, and the intoxicating allure of an enigmatic enchantress takes center stage. Lilith, an ageless and alluring seductress, weaves her spell over the hearts and souls of mortals, leaving a trail of desire and mystery in her wake. As the mistress of seduction, Lilith's existence spans the annals of time, an ethereal being with secrets veiled in the gossamer threads of desire. Her journey through centuries reveals an intimate dance with forbidden passions, entangling both the willing and the unsuspecting in her web of enchantment. The air is thick with the scent of ancient incantations and the echoes of whispered longings as Lilith navigates a labyrinthine landscape of passion and intrigue. In this spellbinding narrative, Lilith's story unfolds against a backdrop of darkness and sensuality, a tapestry woven with threads of both ecstasy and peril. Her mastery over the art of seduction is unmatched, as she entices and ensnares, drawing mortals into her captivating orbit with an irresistible force. As Lilith's ancient secrets gradually come to light, readers are immersed in a world where temptation reigns supreme, and Lilith emerges as the elusive mistress, a force to be reckoned with. "Lilith: Mistress of Seduction" is a tale that transcends time and convention, where the boundaries between pleasure and peril blur, and the line between reality and fantasy fades. Brace yourself for an immersive journey through the ages, where Lilith's beguiling charm leaves an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those who dare to succumb to the allure of the mistress of seduction.
★ His second name is Death. Anyone who tries to get too close to him loses their lives. He was cursed with the blood of his dead brother, and till he finds the killer of his brother, he'd forever be bounded with the curse. He's avoided like a plaque, but he even loves it that way. He's so addicted to solitude and being alone. He's a bloody supernatural being, an unusual wizard, the only child who was born under three red stars on a gloomy night 25 years ago. The demons fret at the smell of his scent, and evils flee. He has no shadow even in the dark. He's soulless. Orion Alaric, that's his name. The son of Duran Alaric who owns Mystic Institute, a school for supernatural beings,, located in the deep fogs of mount Delos. Mystic Institute takes in over five hundred disciples yearly, and of the five hundred, Orion was determined to find his brother's killer that year, so he joined the school as a Superior. There he sat on his throne, and as expected, she came. Samara Hercules, a Whitehead witch who's the exact opposite of everyone around him. Unexpectedly, she's not the one he's hunting for, but her white hair reminds him of the killer each time he sets eyes on her, and that built a toxic hatred in him for Samara. He was even ready to get rid of her so he wouldn't have to see her face anymore. Let's stop here... Now are you ready to jump into the book and see how things go? Will Samara ever escape from him and his tortures? Will romance ever bloom between these two? Will his curse ever get lifted? Will the real killer ever show up? And are you in for the steamy romance,, fights, jealousy, betrayal, and series of dramas between the supernaturals? Demons and dark forces? Join this rollercoaster ride, don't miss out.
In the vibrant city of Spectrumville, where colors, identities, and love intertwine, a diverse group of individuals navigate the complexities of life, love, and self-discovery. "Harmony's Spectrum" follows the intertwining journeys of several LGBTQ+ characters, each facing unique challenges and celebrating triumphs on their quest for acceptance and happiness. The central character, Alex Harper, a talented artist, finds solace in expressing their emotions through their colorful and evocative paintings. As they navigate the complexities of their own gender identity and sexual orientation, Alex becomes entangled in a web of relationships with the other residents of Spectrumville. The novel introduces a cast of characters, including Zoe, a passionate LGBTQ+ activist; Jamie, a charismatic drag performer with dreams of making it big; Riley, a non-binary computer whiz grappling with societal expectations; and Casey, a transgender musician striving for success while confronting their past. As their lives intersect and weave together, "Harmony's Spectrum" explores themes of love, friendship, acceptance, and the pursuit of authentic selfhood. The characters discover the power of community and the strength that comes from embracing one's true colors. In this inclusive and heartwarming tale, "Harmony's Spectrum" celebrates the beauty of diversity, the strength of unity, and the boundless spectrum of love that exists within the LGBTQ+ community.
NH Premier is a fashion company,one of the most biggest and popular luxury brands in the world,they are manufacturers and also marketer of luxury goods. Clothes,other wears,shoes,perfumes,watches,jewelries,accessories and even books are under their companies,they produce impeccable products from only the finest and highest quality materials,hence they are the most expensive, recognized and patronized fashion brand. Everyone want to have products from NH Premier. Now let's meet Chris Noah The CEO of Noah Premier,one of the youngest CEO and billionaire you will ever find. The company was named after him,NH stands for Noah...then the Premier. He's a workaholic but at the same time a perfect extrovert. He's Twenty Five and dedicated to his work,not in a relationship and isn't ready for one,even though numbers of girls are after him. Not like he doesn't believe in love,but to him relationship is not for him as he's not ready to be committed. Then all of a sudden he met a strange girl, To him she's just a nobody,a stalker who's obsessed with him like every other girls. Will his thoughts change about her? Or Not? Who's this girl by the way?? Wanna know her? Then join the ride
★ PROLOGUE ★ In the midst of numerous K-pop singers in S-Korea, an upcoming band found itself struggling for recognition, but all it got was constant rejection, so it's always the underdog. The band name is TRUE LOVE, an intergender band of two males and three females. Jazzy_ The leader, lead vocal and male visual Rhapsody_ Main vocal Freddy_ Main rapper and lead dancer Piper_ Main dancer and lead rapper Lyric_ Maknae, vocalist and the female visual. Though they've got the needed visuals, choreography and voices, but what's the use when no one is ready to listen to their songs, attend their concerts or watch their shows? They're always the subject of ridicule by popular bands, they're hated and tagged 'washed up Idols" But despite it all, they never gave up, always hoping for a day to rise in the industry. After the the twentieth failed show, something happened which made the leader (Jazzy) try to commit suicide, but he was saved by a girl. Who's she??? What exactly initiated his suicide? Wanna know what the future holds for TRUE LOVE? Will they ever rise to stardom? And also... Are you in for the unending romance, love triangles, fights, rivalry and series of dramas between the idols? Then join this interesting ride. **************
Marrying her best friend was a dream come true for Kelly, but everything truly has a limitation. Pierce is Kelly’s first love, but as his best friend, she knew well there was always another woman deep in his heart. Lexi Gilbert. The woman Pierce could never forget even if he had already been arranged to marry Kelly. *** Kelly finally realized their happy marriage of the last three years was just a beautiful dream when Pierce asked for a divorce just because Lexi returned. She could only be his best friend even if she was carrying his baby. *** Since their friendship had become a cage, Kelly chose to set him free, as well as the miserable herself. But why then, it was Pierce who became the one who refused to move on? To make matters worse, her devil stepbrother also domineeringly stepped in at the same time, asking her to be his. *** Her Prince Charming vs. Her Devil Stepbrother? How could Kelly save her heart in this battle of love and hate?
There was only one man in Raegan's heart, and it was Mitchel. In the second year of her marriage to him, she got pregnant. Raegan's joy knew no bounds. But before she could break the news to her husband, he served her divorce papers because he wanted to marry his first love. After an accident, Raegan lay in the pool of her own blood and called out to Mitchel for help. Unfortunately, he left with his first love in his arms. Raegan escaped death by the whiskers. Afterward, she decided to get her life back on track. Her name was everywhere years later. Mitchel became very uncomfortable. For some reason, he began to miss her. His heart ached when he saw her all smiles with another man. He crashed her wedding and fell to his knees while she was at the altar. With bloodshot eyes, he queried, "I thought you said your love for me is unbreakable? How come you are getting married to someone else? Come back to me!"
My family was on the poverty line and had no way to support me in college. I had to work part-time every day just to make ends meet and afford to get into the university. That was when I met her—the pretty girl in my class that every boy dreamt of asking out. I was well aware she was out of my league. Nevertheless, I mustered all my courage and bravely told her that I had fallen for her. To my surprise, she agreed to be my girlfriend. With the sweetest smile I had ever seen, she told me that she wanted my first gift for her to be the latest and top-of-the-line iPhone. I worked like a dog and even did my classmates’ laundry to save up. My hard work eventually paid off after a month. I finally got to buy what she wanted. But as I was wrapping my gift, I saw her in the dressing room, making out with the captain of the basketball team. She then heartlessly made fun of my inadequacy and made a fool out of me. To make things worse, the guy whom she cheated on me with even punched me in the face. Desperation washed over me, but there was nothing I could do but lie on the floor as they trampled on my feelings. But then, my father called me out of the blue, and my life turned upside down. It turned out that I was a billionaire's son.
"You're the moon wolf, Lola. You're the wolf with the power of the Moon goddess", Serena said and collective gasps were heard in the room. After being rejected by her mate in Moonlit pack, Lola escaped on a full moon only to enter the territory of the next Alpha King who also happened to be her second chance mate. Adrian is the next Alpha King but he hasn't been able to assume his role because he needed a Luna by his side. A rogue that trespassed on his territory, whom he ordered be killed turned out to be his mate leaving him in a dilemma. Will Adrian reject Lola because she came into his territory as a rogue? Will he overcome what happened to him in the past and give Lola a chance or reject her and go ahead with Fay as his chosen Luna? What will happen when everyone finds out just how much power Lola wields and how she's supposed to protect her kind in an oncoming war? Find out in Lola - The Moon Wolf!
After hiding her true identity throughout her three-year marriage to Colton, Allison had committed wholeheartedly, only to find herself neglected and pushed toward divorce. Disheartened, she set out to rediscover her true self-a talented perfumer, the mastermind of a famous intelligence agency, and the heir to a secret hacker network. Realizing his mistakes, Colton expressed his regret. "I know I messed up. Please, give me another chance." Yet, Kellan, a once-disabled tycoon, stood up from his wheelchair, took Allison's hand, and scoffed dismissively, "You think she'll take you back? Dream on."
As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"