Hiddengems Stories

The world sees Halcyon Corp as just another shipping company. But behind all the fake images and words, it's a powerful mafia syndicate run by tactical corporate strategies. For years, they have been stuck in a silent war against their rival corp-Astraea. Esmerond Lockwell is the son of the enemy. Raised under the care of an abusive father, he knows very well that failiure is never an option. When he's sent deep into Halcyon territory to break into Halcyon headquarters alone to steal a drive, he's fully prepared to get caught or killed within 5 minutes. But what he doesn't expect is Azriel Larsen. Azriel is one of Halcyon's most terrifying soldiers: a fifteen-year-old prodigy with an immaculate, emotionless mask and a reputation for cold finality. But when their paths keep colliding, Azriel's whole emotionless soldier mask shatters. Falling for the person who was literally trained to destroy your family is a total suicide mission. But between the yearning and the panic of getting caught, they're both about to do something incredibly stupid just to keep each other safe.

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A spoiled prince is ambushed. A knight undercover is thrown off his mission. A captain of archers has to deal with his traitorous uncle. A female blacksmith tests her metal. A dragon master/Lady's life is threatened. A humble daughter of a shoemaker falls for the one person responsible for her family's downfall. Hidden somewhere in two kingdoms locked in a generational war is the true heir to the Wistanian throne, and the evil King Thrustborne seeks to destroy them. Now, they must join together to save their world. In a tale of mistaken identities, medieval robots, and trainable dragons, Waylan must decide who he is without a crown-and whether legacy is something you claim, or something you earn. An original story, not a fanfic, mild battle action, clean romance, suitable for all ages. Book 1 in Ark & Wist Books series- a saga, moving through generations. 1: The Prince of Thickwood Forest 2: A Thief Most Noble 3: A Dare for North (in planning) Prequel: With No Prince to Lead Them (in planning/ drafting stage) Written from Dec 2024 to July 2025

Everyone feels her breeze. No one stays for her rain. Elna has spent her whole life being quiet. At university, she is just another shy first-year student hiding behind awkward smiles, careful words, and a future she has planned down to the smallest detail. Good grades. A scholarship. A career in science. No distractions. Then Noah happens. Charming, guarded, and impossible to read, he becomes the one person she cannot stop noticing the boy she has loved silently since the beginning. But Noah has his own storms: a past he refuses to speak about, a family that returns only when it needs him, and a heart he does not know how to open. To everyone else, Elna is gentle. Easy. A comforting breeze. But underneath, she is full of rain. Will Noah be the one who finally sees the girl beneath her silence? Or will loving him teach her that being seen is not the same as being chosen? A slow-burn, emotional campus romance about love, silence, ambition, and the terrifying beauty of being truly known.

No matter how hard life may seem, no one deserves to lose themselves.

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For three long years, Donna Fitchner and Gabriel Gilibrand have existed only when the sky is bleeding. Bound by a decade-old highway tragedy that tore their families apart and fueled a bitter corporate war, the high-society heiress and the brilliant architect live a double life governed by a single, unbreakable rule: **The Rainy Day Pact.** Under a blue sky, they are absolute strangers. But the moment a storm hits the city, they escape to a hidden industrial loft where the world cannot touch them. Then, the weather forecast drops a devastating bomb on their arrangement: a historic, month-long **"Dry October"** is locked in. No rain. No mist. No storms. As the ticking clock of the impending drought begins, the pressure outside their sanctuary reaches a boiling point. Gabriel, tired of playing a ghost, starts fracturing the rules of the pact to pull Donna into his sun-drenched reality. Meanwhile, Donna's ruthless father uncovers discrepancies in her movements, deploying corporate surveillance and forcing her toward a sterile, arranged marriage with a rising politician, Julian. When a desperate rainy night uncovers a dark, systemic family cover-up regarding the original tragedy, the star-crossed lovers realize they aren't just hiding from grief-they are hiding from a crime. Driven to the edge by his family's impending ruin, Gabriel delivers a heartbreaking ultimatum: face the world together when the rain stops, or evaporate with the storm. When the final, catastrophic storm of September 30th makes landfall, Donna must make an agonizing choice. Will she sign away her freedom to protect her pristine, porcelain lie, or will she disown her empire, shed her safety net, and risk everything to stand with Gabriel in the blinding light?

"I used to run a multi-billion-dollar empire from a boardroom. Now, I'm running a harem from my bed-and the room service is appalling." Su Lin was the "Dragon Lady" of the corporate world-cold, calculating, and capable of firing a man with a single look. But after a freak accident, she's transmigrated into the body of a neglected, "weak" consort in the 4th Prince's palace. The original Su Lin was a pushover who died in silence. The new Su Lin? She's a predator. While the other concubines are busy weeping for the prince's attention, Su Lin is busy treating the Imperial Court like a hostile takeover: 📊 Performance Reviews: If a maid can't brew tea properly, she's getting a "Personal Improvement Plan." 📉 Budget Audits: Why are we spending 5,000 taels on incense when the snack selection is this pathetic? 💼 Hostile Takeovers: The palace isn't a home; it's a corporation. And Su Lin is coming for the CEO's chair. But there's a glitch in her plan: The cold-hearted 4th Prince, who once couldn't care less if she lived or died, is suddenly very interested in his "new" wife's sudden change in personality. He's intrigued, she's annoyed, and the ancient world isn't ready for a woman who treats a Royal Decree like a "suggestion" from HR. In a world of silk-wrapped daggers and poisoned tea, Su Lin has only one rule: Don't mess with her empire, and never touch her snacks. In a world of deadly scandals, she's the biggest one of all. ❤️🔥🐦🔥 ✨ WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS: ✅ Badass Female Lead (No damsels here!) ✅ CEO x Prince (Power Couple energy) ✅ Transmigration / Isekai ✅ Slow Burn & Snarky Humour ✅ Historical Palace Drama

Beyond the sparkling waves was a magical seaside village called Marvilous On the edge of the ocean stood a beautiful home where the breeze carried the calming scents of frankincense lime and lavender through every open window The village was known for its kindness creativity and unforgettable treats Every morning shoppe owners opened their doors to share their gifts with the world At the corner of Ocean Breeze Lane was Bellas Blossom Shoppe where flowers grew in every color imaginable Bella taught visitors that every flower bloomed differently & that was what made each one special Next door was Theo's Treasure Shoppe filled with handmade creations from artists across the kingdom Theo reminded everyone that something made with heart was worth more than something copied from someone else Down by the shore was Luna's Little Bakery famous for her magical donuts glazed with Marvilous Cream and topped with sparkling sprinkles Luna always said the sweetest things are made when you add your own special flavor One day a dreamer named Marvilous visited the shoppes feeling unsure He wondered if he needed to change himself to become more admired Bella gave him a flower This flower never tried to become another she said It became beautiful by being itself Theo handed him a handmade treasure The world does not need another copy It needs your original gift Finally Luna shared a donut filled with Marvilous Cream Every person has a flavor only they can bring to the world Marvilous looked across the ocean from his beautiful home and realized something important The greatest prize was never being the richest the most popular or the most perfect The greatest prize was having the courage to be yourself From that day forward Marvilous celebrated Monday with kindness every Tuesday with curiosity every Wednesday with joy every Thursday with courage every Friday with creativity every Saturday with friendship and every Sunday with gratitude & the magic of Marvilous grew brighter than ever.

State University Series 1 Lucky had always lived up to the weight of her name-not because life was easy, but because she learned to make her own luck. Born into a family that could barely meet ends, she grew up understanding that dreams often cost more than money. When she finally entered college, she stepped into that world with nothing but a worn-out backpack, a handful of coins, and a heart stubborn enough to keep beating through every setback. And in every risk she took, she discovered something. Strength hidden beneath fear, opportunities tucked inside hardship, and people willing to help when she dared to ask. Lucky's journey wasn't perfect, but it was hers-messy, brave, and full of small victories that kept her moving forward. In a world that tried to tell her she couldn't, Lucky kept choosing to believe she could. And with every step, she proved that sometimes the bravest thing a girl can do is fight for a future she has yet to see. Not until she met Raven, a math wizard.

Shy and Timid Gianna Waters has trouble navigating her world after she encounters a male stripper at Club Royale. His sparkling green eyes and alluring character challenges the perspective on the relationship she has been in for years--with a toxic and controlling man who is unknowingly giving her more than what she bargained for.

Life is a journey, we are all adventurers. We differ in so many ways, but one thing is for sure... We all aim to reach our goals. Andrea Faye Cordova wanted to pursue law, which angers her never-supportive parents. They wanted her not to dream high, considering their financial difficulties. Regardless of those circumstances who and which hinder her ambition, she still continued to stand with her decision. Along her journey in law school, she met Ryle Matthew Madrid, whom in contrary, didn't want the path he took and just forced by his parents. Where will Andrea's determination and perseverance take her? STARTED: JUNE 15, 2020 FINISHED: JULY 9, 2020

To the outside world, renowned business tycoon, Roman Alexander, is pre-eminent in his charitableness. However, behind that benevolent mask of his lies a darkness that can't be tamed. For years he secretly led a double life; only unmasking his dangerous side to those closest to him. Well, that was until feisty brunette, Eliyanna Holland, stumbled upon his secret. Now, the question is: will poor, innocent Eliyanna escape Roman's grasp or will she be sucked into his world? Hint: If you asked the people who 'REALLY' knew the man, they would probably say: "Either way, Roman never did anything without a reason..." All rights reserved.

"You don't need a voice to speak to my soul, Starlight." To the rest of the world, Michael Jackson is a larger-than-life star clad in black leather and buckles, dominating the stage on his legendary Bad tour. To Willow, he is just a gentle, lonely soul looking for a safe place to land. Willow lives in a world of absolute silence, but when her path crosses with Michael's, their connection transcends words. Through shared notebooks, late-night conversations under the night sky, and the rhythm of the music, Michael finds a love that doesn't demand anything from him. In the deepest darkness of fame, Willow becomes his starlight. Two different worlds. One silent understanding.

*Disclaimer: This story contains mature content including violence, severely traumatic events, and themes of survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Reader discretion is advised.* When the bombs turned Texas to ash and ruin, nestled inside a cave of the Palo Duro Canyon stood Vault 97. A place that was supposed to be a safe haven for Daisy Carson. Daisy never asked to wake up one hundred and eighty years after the end of the world - not to find herself a prisoner of Vault 97's twisted project nor to be branded a bounty with secrets on a stolen holotape. When she escapes, battered and chained, she crosses paths with a lone ghoul - a wandering gunslinger who drifts between the crosses of dead churches and the neon bones of old towns across the vast wasteland, rosary rattling like the warning of a viper. He claims he wants the bounty on her head. He claims he's just another survivor trying to get paid. But campfires crack open old wounds, and every prayer whispered into the wasteland binds them tighter than the chains they share. Together they carve a bloody trail from the rotting slave pens of New Amarillo to the ghost ranches of Mercy - a place where family and faith were all that mattered - and from the Texas wasteland down to the Mexican badlands.

Highest rank: #1 in bucket list I think I love you, already." I slurred, caressing his cheeks. "Then let's get married." He slurred back, grinning widely. "Right now?" "Yeah!" It all happened so fast. One minute, I was partying too hard because of loneliness. The next, I woke up the next morning with a stranger in my bed and a golden ring on my finger.

The Moon Goddess, Luna, rules the night from a throne no one could reach, and no one could truly see. She has everything a god could possess, power, beauty, luxury, and wisdom-except one thing she was never meant to want: a life of her own. Every step she takes away from divinity pulls her deeper into consequences the gods will not forgive. For once a god learns to feel like a human, even the heavens may no longer be able to bring her back. "Is it wrong... for a being to want something she was never meant to want?" She lowered her gaze toward the world beneath her, where mortals suffered, laughed, and chose-even when it hurt. "I was given everything," "And yet... I envy those who have less, because they have something I do not." Freedom.

Love is pain. At least that's what my mother said when she found out I was half werewolf. My names Selena, my dad's a werewolf and my mother's not, which basically means that I'm a mistake. I thought I'd never find love, until that one full moon at the age of seventeen; boy, did he drive me insane and ruined my life. [ book one ]