The Odyssey (Greek: Ὀδύσσεια Odýsseia] in Classical Attic) is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other work ascribed to Homer. The Odyssey is fundamental to the modern Western canon, and is the second-oldest extant work of Western literature; the Iliad is the oldest. Scholars believe the Odyssey was composed near the end of the 8th century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek coastal region of Anatolia. The poem mainly focuses on the Greek hero Odysseus (known as Ulysses in Roman myths), king of Ithaca, and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. In his absence, it is assumed Odysseus has died, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors, the Mnesteres (Greek: Μνηστῆρες) or Proci, who compete for Penelope's hand in marriage.

Ishaan Oberoi known for his brutality and cunning reputation for getting what he wants, no matter the cost . But when he lays eyes on Aarav something shifts within him . He's drawn to the young man's fiery spirit and captivating smile . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Aarav a 18 year old boy from "Manipur" his petite features gives him an ethereal look as a collage student he navigates the world with a gentle soul and vulnerable heart He was living a simple life , until the day he's kidnapped by the ruthless mafia leader Ishaan. ................ It is an Indian bl based on my imagination 💜 This is my first time writing a story. It will contain :- Abuse 18+ Torture R@pe Kidnapping Forced marriage Obsession If you don't like reading this kind of story then don't read. Mature part will be marked as 🔞⚠️

BOOK 1 Of RATHORE SERIES He was the nightmare everyone feared. She became the only thing he couldn't survive without. He survived bullets, bloodshed, and betrayal. But he was never prepared for kindness. ✧ TROPES ✧ Obsessive Mafia Hero Psychologist × Mafia King Touch Her And Die Possessive Male Lead Dark Romance Trauma & Healing Emotional Dependency Morally Grey Hero Protective Obsession Beauty and the Beast Vibes Hurt/Comfort He Falls First and Harder

Ryker rules the underworld with brutal violence - feared by all, controlled by none. When his family falls, he's forced into the daylight to save their empire. Cyra is the calm in his storm - a fierce, perfect woman who breaks his walls and feeds his darkest need. In a world of gunfire and power, only her milk can tame the monster. It's not your ordinary love story baby It's GUNFIRE & GOLDEN MILK

​What begins as an innocent childhood bond is destined to unravel into something far more profound. ​They met when the world was small, two souls walking hand-in-hand through the golden haze of youth. But as they grow, the path ahead begins to fracture under the weight of unforeseen hurdles, jagged misunderstandings, and the quiet, crushing distance that grows between two hearts that no longer speak the same language. ​For Zoe, life is defined by the simple rhythms of college and friendship-until a singular, terrifying moment shatters her reality. When an encounter with a dark, unknown power nearly claims the life of her beloved, Zoe is thrust into a world she never knew existed: a world where her own reflection hides a secret, and her very existence is the target of a long-prophesied darkness. ​Caught between the boy she once loved and a destiny she never asked for, Zoe must navigate a path where the line between friend and foe is blurred by magic and malice. ​Join us on a journey where the threads of fate are tangled by betrayal, illuminated by hidden powers, and tested by the ultimate question: What happens when the person you trust becomes the villain in your own story? ​A Note from the Author: This story was crafted with the raw, heartfelt imagination of my younger years, and as such, I originally wrote it when I was 15. Please feel free to proceed with the story. It is a tale of connection, mystery, and the unexpected magic that lurks just beneath the surface of the mundane. I hope you enjoy experiencing these emotions as vividly as I do. Your reviews and suggestions are always welcome as we follow this journey together!

Not everyone needs a crown to rule.... A powerful billionaire who rules the world with his money and underworld mafia connections and a queen in the dark who rules the mafia world and plays with it as she wants. Xandra, a shadow in dark, founder and leader of the 'Shadow syndicate', known as 'Queen', nobody knows where is she from, from which house she belongs, her age, her friends ,her face,. nobody knows anything about her. She is a secret in dark. The most powerful person in the underworld, who makes people dance on her fingers whenever she needed. Vikrant Sen, a 30 year old, powerful billionaire CEO of 'SEN Group of industries' who holds the power to control everything whenever he wants. Holding the country in his grip, whether it's politics or business, if he wants it, he takes it. Anaya 24 years old, a simple kind hearted girl but shows her kindness when it is necessary. Talks only when it's needed. An orphan, but knows the value of relations. what happens when their lives clash together. What does destiny bring in their life when Anaya and vikrant are tied in a marriage. will they be able to lead their life happily or will there be hurdles. And Xandra, how will her involvement in their lives, will make the lives take drastic turns... #mafiaromance #darkromance #forcedmarriage

Carlisia ran as fast as her sore legs would let her. Her top was ripped and her knees scabbed from all the time she had tripped on the rough patchy ground. She tripped again, blood dripped from the corner of her mouth as a stone bust her lip. She quickly got up, and continued to run. She could feel his presence. Not chasing her, no. Observing her. He was amused how she thought she could run away. Carlisia's knees buckled underneath her again, she was so tired and in so much pain. A sob escaped her lips, she couldn't take it anymore. Sniffling, she took deep breaths, trying to get up but her legs wouldn't let her. They were just too bruised. She sighed, this was it perhaps. She rolled onto her back and pushed herself up against a tree, just as a figure emerged in front of her. "Tired I see?" The dark voice said after a moment of silence. "P-please just let me go." Carlisia whispered. Her throat was dry from all the screaming earlier. "Where would you go Carlisia? Hmm? There is no where to run to." He mused as he casually strolled in front of her. Clearly amused by the situation. "Well, there are places." He said sarcastically, swatting his hand in the air for emphasis. "Just not ones where you can hide." He tusked finally looking at her straight in the eyes. "There isn't a place in this world, no nook, no cranny, where I can not get you from. I need you to understand that love." He said as he crouched in front of her and tenderly brought a strand of her loose locks to his nose and took a deep breath, momentarily closing his eyes. "I will find you from any depth of this universe." he breathed out. Tears fell from Carlisia's eyes as she looked at the side, trying to push her face away from him, breathing as if a deer caught in headlights. "Well, not that I will let you leave in the first place." He chuckled, tugging at the strand as he finally opened his eyes. They were once again golden. Copyright 2021 ©

**Excerpt from The Alpha's Pup** "...Alpha's have always been protective of their pack. Bloodthirsty for revenge and a little too willing to kill for the members. But as of recent, us wolves have found a way to...distract them; to calm them." A sharp nail traces up my calf and my eyes widen in horror "You're going to let him kill me?" My eyes water as I gasp for breath, overwhelmed by this new insight. "What-no!" He jerks back in alarm. "We simply give them someone that they can..." He bites his lip, an odd gesture for such a huge man. "Micromanage, if you will. That way they pay less attention to the pack, and they become less...protective because of it. At least to the pack. Not so much the pup." I breathe slowly trying to calm my beating heart. "And you want me to be that person?" "Yes." Summary: Lyncoln Carter is the son of possibly the most influential man in America, Gabriel Carter. As CEO of Sleek enterprises, there's not many who rival his father's power. And yet, Lyncoln somehow manages to (accidentally) mate someone who could destroy his father's entire career with a simple command to his packs. Yeah. That's right, packs. As the Head Alpha of America, Dominic Carson isn't just the Alpha of one wolf pack. He's in charge of every packs Alpha. And the instinct to protect his wolves is amplified with each pack. Which is why his attention needs to be focused on one wolf. One person. What Lyncoln doesn't quite realize is just how protected he's going to be. Every move he makes, Dominic will be there, making sure his pup, his little Achilles heel is safe. With every day they remain mated, the urges grow stronger, more intense. How will Lyncoln react as Dominic increases his obsessive protectiveness?

On his planet, women don't choose, they're chosen. When a male claims a life partner, it is final. Permanent. Absolute. Belle, a university student, travels to this uncharted world for research. But she's unprepared for Thraxos, the towering, pale-blue warrior who rules with unchallenged strength and sees her as the one thing he's been missing. He's never chosen a life partner. Never needed one. Until her. But Thraxos doesn't love the way humans do. His affection is possession. His protection is control. And Belle's fire only draws him closer. Now, caught in a place where her voice means little and her body is his to claim, Belle must decide: resist the darkness, or surrender to the one male she was never meant to survive.

"Next time....... I'll let you go, I swear, next time." "You liar........You said that the last time too, and before that and before that, you lie, every single time, and like a fool, I hope you mean it, like a fool I believe you, even though you have never believed me........you'll say the same thing next time too." A cruel fate that ties them together, A shared love that never got a chance to bloom, A feeling buried alive, clawing on their hearts. This is a Indian boys love story and omegaverse. If you aren't comfortable please don't read further. TW: Self harm Story rankings(03/02/26)- #1 in sad story out of 45.6k stories #80 in sad out 348k stories #5 in imprisonment out of 756 stories #24 in Indian bl out of 841 stories #102 in MxM out of 25.9k stories #435 in fiction out of 543k stories Note : Please don't stop reading after seeing the Indian bl tag, thinking it's going to be in hindi, I have put translation for non - hindi readers. Copyright © [2026] [ShagzShokker]. All rights reserved. This book and its contents are original and protected by copyright law. Any unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited. Image credits belong to their respective owners; images are used for visual representation only.