The Cursed Luna's Second Chance

Dr. Evelyn Rourke thought she had left the shadows of her father's mysterious disappearance behind. But when she's called to lead an expedition into the Arctic's uncharted waters, she is drawn back into the unknown. A series of eerie, rhythmic whispers haunting the hydrophones aboard the Arctic Endeavor calls her to investigate-whispers that resonate deep within her soul, as if beckoning her toward something terrifyingly familiar. Accompanied by a fractured crew of scientists, a paranoid Captain, and Naomi, a fellow researcher plagued by haunting dreams of an ancient, submerged city, Evelyn discovers a chilling truth: beneath the ice lies a city-a city alive, shifting, and haunted by an entity older than time itself. As they dive deeper into the ruins, strange hallucinations plague the crew, revealing their darkest fears. But it's Evelyn's connection to the city-and its dark, monstrous god-Thal'Azar-that ties them all to a terrifying fate. When the body of a missing crew member is found, its skull marked with glowing symbols, Evelyn realizes the city is more than a mere structure. It is alive, feeding, and seeking something-someone. But the deeper they venture, the more personal the stakes become, especially when Evelyn uncovers her father's journals revealing a horrifying secret: her family's bloodline has been tied to Thal'Azar for generations. Her father wasn't lost at sea; he became part of the entity, and now, the god-like force stirs once more, seeking to escape its prison. As the crew spirals into madness, with Naomi succumbing to the whispers, Evelyn must confront the truth about her mother's involvement in a cult that once sought to contain Thal'Azar-a cult that may have kept her father's sacrifice hidden. Evelyn's drive to save the world battles her desperate need for closure and the truth about her father's fate. But the city has its own plans, and the closer they get to the heart of the ruins, the more reality bends, and the line between ally and enemy becomes blurred. With betrayal, sacrifice, and death around every corner, Evelyn must make a harrowing choice: complete the ritual to bind Thal'Azar forever, knowing it will require a sacrifice from her own bloodline, or risk the awakening of an ancient god capable of destroying humanity. As the walls of the city crumble, Evelyn confronts her darkest fears, the weight of her lineage, and a shocking revelation that could change the world as she knows it. But when the ritual is completed, Evelyn finds herself no longer the woman she was. The entity is not destroyed-it has transferred into her. With Thal'Azar's consciousness now fused with her own, Evelyn must confront a new terror: a life bound to the abyss, forever. The Abyss Within is a heart-pounding psychological thriller that blends suspense, horror, and mystery. With a captivating mix of ancient secrets, betrayal, and personal demons, this tale will leave you questioning what lies beneath the surface-and what might be waiting for you to uncover it.

Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."

The day Lilah found out that she was pregnant, she caught her fiancé cheating on her. Her remorseless fiancé and his mistress almost killed her. Lilah fled for her dear life. When she returned to her hometown five years later, she happened to save a little boy's life. The boy's father turned out to be the world's richest man. Everything changed for Lilah from that moment. The man didn't let her experience any inconvenience. When her ex-fiancé bullied her, he crushed the scumbag's family and also rented out an entire island just to give Lilah a break from all the drama. He also taught Lilah's hateful father a lesson. He crushed all her enemies before she even asked. When Lilah's vile sister threw herself at him, he showed her a marriage certificate and said, "I'm happily married and my wife is much more beautiful than you are!" Lilah was shocked. "When did we ever get married? Last I checked, I was still single." With a wicked smile, he said, "Honey, we've been married for five years. Isn't it about time we had another child together?" Lilah's jaw dropped to the floor. What the hell was he talking about?

"Sign the divorce papers and get out!" Leanna got married to pay a debt, but she was betrayed by her husband and shunned by her in-laws. Seeing that her efforts were in vain, she agreed to divorce and claimed her half of the properties. With her purse plump from the settlement, Leanna enjoyed her newfound freedom. The constant harassment from her ex's mistress never fazed her. She took back her identities as top hacker, champion racer, medical professor, and renowned jewelry designer. Then someone discovered her secret. Matthew smiled. "Will you have me as your next husband?"

Charlee was left at the altar and became a laughingstock. She tried to keep her head high, but ultimately lost it when she received a sex tape of her fiance and her half-sister. Devastated, she ended up spending a wild night with a hot stranger. It was supposed to be one-time thing, but he kept popping up, helping her with projects and revenge, all while flirting with her constantly. Charlee soon realized that it was nice having him around, until her ex suddenly appeared at her door, begging for another chance. Her tycoon lover asked, “Who will you choose? Think carefully before you answer.”

"You're mine, little puppy," Kylan growled against my neck. A soft gasp escaped my lips as his lips brushed my skin. My mind screamed at me to push him away-the Lycan Prince who had humiliated me again and again, but my body betrayed me, leaning into him before I could stop myself. He pressed his lips against mine, and his kiss grew more aggressive, more possessive as I felt my legs weaken. What was I doing? In a split-second, I pulled away and slapped him hard across the face. Kylan's eyes darkened, but the smirk on his lips exposed his amusement. "You and I both know we can't fight this, Violet," he said, gripping my wrist. "You're my mate." "And yet you don't want me," I replied. "You told me you were ashamed of me, that l'd never be your queen, that you'd never love me. So please, accept my rejection and let me go." "Never," he whispered, his grip tightening as he pulled me closer. "Soon enough, you'll be begging for me. and when you do-I'll use you as I see fit and then I'll reject you."

Katie was forced to marry Dillan, a notorious ruffian. Her younger sister mocked her, "You're just an adopted daughter. Count your blessings for marrying him!" The world anticipated Katie's tribulations, but her married life unfurled with unexpected serenity. She even snagged a lavish mansion in a raffle! Katie jumped into Dillan's arms, credited him as her lucky charm. "No, Katie, it's you who brings me all this luck," Dillan replied. Then, one fateful day, Dillan's childhood friend came to her. "You're not worthy of him. Take this 50 million and leave him!" Katie finally grasped Dillan's true stature—the wealthiest man on the planet. That night, trembling with trepidation, she broached the subject of divorce with Dillan. However, with a domineering embrace, he told her, "I'd give you everything I have. Divorce is off the table!"