Politicalintrigue Stories

Everyone believes he ran out of fear, or weakness, or regret. No one asks what it took to survive long enough to come back.

"Every crown is a promise written in blood." --- Aspen Reign-Hernandez now sits upon a throne forged by sacrifice, but the peace she fought for is proving to be quite fragile. Shadows stir beneath the crown - whispers of rebellion rising, ancient curses, and unseen corruption linked to her very own bloodline. The Hollow - a rebellion group, claiming her power defies the Moon Goddess. Her elemental abilities begin to evolve - fire burning black, water turning to frost - hinting at something older and darker, stirs within her. As her kingdom teeters between the balance of reverence and revolt, Aspen and Ares must navigate the cost of power, the truth behind Hayden's bloodline, and the terrifying realisation that their kingdom's salvation may demand the destruction of its queen. Rankings: #1 in betrayalandloyalty 20/12/25 Started: 05 October 2025 Completed: unknown Book 2 of The Thorned Throne Saga © Copyright StormiiWinter 2025

A princess caught in the glittering heart of an empire discovers that the palace she once trusted is riddled with secrets, assassins, and hidden passages. After surviving a coordinated attack and receiving chilling jade‑bead warnings left inside her own chambers, Yunhua is thrust into a deadly conspiracy that threatens her family and the throne itself. With the emperor's health failing and political factions circling like wolves, she forms an uneasy, slow‑burn bond with her stoic protector, Commander Shen Lian - a man with shadows of his own. Together, they must uncover the traitor moving unseen through the palace before the next strike falls.

Retelling of The Little Mermaid Excerpt from the book: "A look closer defined her to be a woman with hair as red as blood that dripped down from his wrist and skin as translucent as a milky pearl of a thousand year old oyster. " *** Author's Note: my direction with this story Exploring the scenarios in which, as an author, I ask the question: what would happen to this beloved story as we know it, if we began changing several elements to the well-loved fairy tale? In addition, I want to add elements that are deepens the story that we know, adding depth to the characters.

In the summer of 1925, all of Russia turns its eyes to the coronation of Alexei II, a dazzling spectacle meant to reaffirm the strength of the monarchy. But beneath the splendour, a sinister plot is brewing in the shadows-a conspiracy within the Ballet Russes, where Bolshevik sympathizers conspire to strike at the very heart of the empire. As the grand event draws near, more and more people seem determined to make the new reign a short one. While the empire stands on the edge of peril, Princess Natalia Paley becomes ensnared in a dangerous fascination with Serge Lifar, a brilliant but subversive dancer with ties to the conspiracy. What begins as admiration soon turns into something far more reckless-a betrayal that could not only cost Natalia her friendship with Alexei but put the entire monarchy at risk. Meanwhile, Vladimir and Tata struggle to make it to the altar as their love is tested by endless delays and the meddling of Tata's formidable mother, Countess Brassova. As tensions rise and secrets from the past come to light, they are forced to confront whether their relationship can survive the forces working against them. For Irina and Feodor, the weight of responsibility as Viceroys of the Caucasus has cast yet another shadow over their once-passionate marriage. Irina, struggling with the demands of motherhood and her new life, throws herself into an ambitious project to improve the lives of those under her care-an endeavour that will challenge her in ways she never expected.

Survival was only the beginning. Now an official initiate of the Adventurers' Society, Jace Nolan must learn what it means to live in public. His gravity-based magic draws attention wherever he goes-attention from adventurers, citizens, and most dangerously, the newly rebranded Magisterium. They claim to want understanding. They act like they want control. As Jace trains under increasingly brutal mentors, he begins assembling a party-not out of ambition, but necessity. A stalwart dwarf. A quiet healer. A precise elven archer. Each choice shapes not just his survival, but who he is becoming. Meanwhile, Aster Merridan finds neutrality harder to maintain. Recording events no longer feels distant when the system watching Jace begins to respond to him. The Lattice is no longer just observing. It is adjusting. Part 2 explores power under scrutiny, the cost of visibility, and the moment when a person stops reacting to the world-and starts pushing back.

In a world where humans and animals once roamed freely, humanity's darkest experiments have forged a new hierarchy-hybrids, half-beasts, and powerful rulers. Among them stands a mysterious king, haunted by a brutal past and veiled in secrets. When a reluctant outsider becomes his new assistant, secrets unfold-truths about ancient wars, forbidden magic, and a ruthless ruler whose true nature might be more monstrous than anyone could imagine. Will the protagonist survive the deadly game of loyalty and lies? Or will he become just another pawn in a world teetering on the edge of chaos? Discover the secrets behind the shadows. The story begins now. Chapter I'm currently working on: 12

"When the threads of Nusantara and Ming are woven by fate, who knew love and faith would be tested so deeply?" A modern doctor, a sovereign princess - one soul torn across centuries. Amid twisted palace intrigues, Zhu Lianyu dares to become a diplomat, guarding peace without ever betraying the sacred convictions that anchor her heart. Yet as empires collide and desires awaken, the prince with eyes like tempered steel leans close, his smile a dangerous promise: ✦ "So your light will never bow to my storm, huh? Then I'll just have to make the storm chase your light forever." - ✍ The original story by Ixora Coccinea A historical transmigration romance that uniquely interlaces Indonesia's Islamic heritage and China's Ming Dynasty - telling of a princess's struggle to safeguard faith, champion diplomacy, and navigate love amidst destiny's storm. ⚜ This is a work of historical fiction. Any resemblance to real persons is purely as the inspiration for this historical fiction story. Through this story, I wish to celebrate the rich history of both Indonesia and China, and shed light on the golden age of Islamic sultanates in the far-reaching archipelago once called Nusantara.

Tales of Kahru - [COMPLETED] Zamira, who bears the face of a powerful priestess, is sent to an alternate world to save the cursed prince. Start Date: September 02, 2022 Finished Date: June 29, 2025

It was a mess neither of them wanted to be in. There was an attack in Amity. Damian had been pulled beneath the waves, and Danny Phantom was too late to save him from drowning. The kid was long gone. Danny had no choice but to turn him into a siren to keep him alive, but that was far from the end of their troubles. With Amity blockaded, they're forced to travel the oceans to bring Damian back home to Gotham. Between the hunters, family members and his all-important secret, Danny can only wonder when something terrible will happen, not if. Cover art by Mizarts on tumblr! https://www.tumblr.com/mizartz/749588534510354432/a-deep-sea-danny-for-mermay-i-got-inspired-by

In Celeia, shadows have eyes. And flowers have thorns. The night the King was murdered in the throne room, the crown wasn't the only thing that vanished. Olympia Onasis, the sole heir to the throne, was erased from existence as General Dumas seized power with an iron fist. Six years later, the princess's name is but a distant echo. But Olympia is still alive. Hidden under the alias Asteria, she has survived within the ranks of the Belladonnas-a clandestine order of outcasts, spies, and assassins where loyalty is sworn in poison. In this world of shadows, she has traded her silks for leather and her books for a blade, tempering herself for one purpose: to reclaim the kingdom that was stolen from her. Her guide through this underworld of betrayal is Iocasta, the enigmatic woman who pulled her from the carnage that bloody night. For years, Iocasta has been her mentor, her shadow, and her only certainty in a world where no one is who they claim to be. But as the drums of war begin to beat, Olympia is forced out of the darkness to play a lethal political game. To win back her throne, she must secure an army through a cold marriage pact with a foreign prince she has never met-all while the threads of a six-year-old conspiracy begin to tighten around her throat. As the rebellion nears, Olympia will discover that the Belladonnas hide more than they reveal. Who truly sent Iocasta the night of the regicide? In an order where secrets are the only currency, the truth might be more dangerous than the blade itself.

In a world where blood and magic defines worth, Ossian Selwyn, a Pureblood Squib, is given an impossible gift: a wand carved from bone that lets him wield the very power he was denied. As he enters Hogwarts under false pretenses, Ossian must hide his secret, find allies, and confront the many inequalities of the Wizarding World. OR How many Squibs using counterfeit magic does it take to upend the entire political and metaphysical system of the Wizarding World?

Lilian Veyra isn't just a princess - she's the only S-rank female in the galaxy besides her mother, the Empress. Calm, brilliant, and deadly, she commands respect without ever raising her voice. When her palace is attacked, Lilian is forced to flee alone, navigating dangerous planets filled with mutant beasts and deadly traps. Her survival skills, elemental powers, and S-rank instincts are put to the ultimate test. Seeking help, she arrives at the kingdom of a wolf-beastman prince, Theodore, a warrior whose strength rivals her own. Respect turns to trust, and trust to something neither expected. Two years later, with her family reunited and her powers honed, Lilian stands at the heart of galactic diplomacy - and beside the prince she has grown to love. In a universe where power decides everything, Lilian must prove that even a princess can shape her own destiny.

In a kingdom on a brink of war, Captain Dinah Aveline is determined to rise, to avenge her parents' murder. Even if that means clashing everyday with Major Kian Raine - the Lord of Ruins - a prodigy who hates losing as much as he hates wanting her. Eventually the war commences, their rivalry becomes the only thing sharp enough to survive the adversities. Enemies. Allies. Something more. In war, even the hearts become battlefields. (Inspired from Powerless triology, Defy the Night triology)

Nobody prepares you for the weight of a crown, and nobody tells you how many want to take it.

Set in the ancient kingdom of Kaliyant, this mythological tale explores the conflict between divine destiny and mortal lineage, love and power, faith and blood. King Vayun, ruler of the Moon Clan, governs alongside his two queens-Kuniya, blessed by the gods, and Meera, driven by human longing and devotion. Through a sacred divine spell, Kuniya bears three demigod sons-Jayan, Veeran, and Arun-celebrated as heavenly gifts meant to safeguard the kingdom's future. Out of compassion, she shares this divine secret with Meera, who then gives birth to twin sons-Niran and Sayan, also born through divine intervention. With five god-blessed princes, Kaliyant appears destined for eternal prosperity. However, the story takes a powerful turn when Meera yearns for a child born not of the gods, but of love and mortality. Her union with King Vayun results in a pregnancy that awakens something unprecedented-a child of pure bloodline, unbound by divine spells. Vayun proclaims this unborn child as the true heir of the Moon Clan, a successor rooted in ancestral legacy rather than borrowed divinity. This declaration ignites unease within the royal court. Advisors question whether a mortal-born child can surpass demigods, while mysterious lunar omens begin to shadow the kingdom. The moon glows unnaturally, sages argue over prophecy, and destiny itself seems to tremble. At its heart, the story is about identity, legitimacy, and destiny-asking whether true greatness is granted by gods or forged through human will. Meera's unborn child symbolizes a convergence of divine and mortal forces, hinting at a future that could either unite the kingdom under a new order or plunge it into conflict. A tale rich in mythology, emotion, and prophecy, this story sets the foundation for an epic struggle over наследage, power, and the true meaning of destiny. 🌙✨

Dragon Ball Elite reimagines the Saiyan legacy through Elite-an unconventional survivor shaped by loss, ambition, and relentless growth. As fractured alliances form across worlds like Planet Vegeta and beyond, buried history resurfaces and conflicts ignite far earlier than expected. What begins as survival evolves into war, rebellion, and the reshaping of destiny itself. Power will be tested. Loyalty will fracture. Legends will be rewritten. What once thought to be canon will now be reimagined. Is this a wish from the dragon balls? FIND OUT! The Legend of Elite begins!

The youngest son of a count was supposed to be weak, disposable, and easy to erase during a succession war. Too bad his body got hijacked by Sung Tae-sik - a debt collector who solved problems with fists, threats, and a gun pressed where words failed. Now reborn as Vincenzo Dante in the Mordino Empire, he wakes up in a rotten noble family tied to the underworld, surrounded by smiling knives, fake loyalty, and people who already want him dead. His body is weak, his position is trash, and everyone thinks he's harmless. That's fine. Gangsters don't need magic to survive. They need instincts, patience, and the willingness to get their hands dirty. And when training starts, when blood spills, when debts come due - this world will learn one thing. Even nobles kneel when the wrong man gets pissed.

In a heart-stopping turn of fate, Shin finds himself thrust into the perilous leadership of the infamous Ichiro Klan, a Yakuza family feared across Japan. With the weight of his beloved mentor and father figure's demise heavy on his shoulders, Shin must navigate a world fraught with danger and deception. At the same time, Naomi, a fiercely dedicated Europol agent, returns to her homeland, only to be met with the devastating news of her adopted father's mysterious death. The shocking circumstances surrounding his passing send her on a quest for answers that leads her deeper into a dark underbelly she never imagined. As destiny weaves their stories together, Shin and Naomi are pulled into a storm of intrigue and peril that tests their resolve. They must unite to unravel the secrets behind the tragic deaths of their loved ones while confronting a chaotic world filled with shadows and betrayal. Will their unlikely alliance be powerful enough to face the looming darkness, or will they be consumed by the very forces they seek to confront? ©️ _RelleLebby_ // R. L.

Frankie's return from Purgatory throws her deeper into a world of betrayal, politics, and survival. Hiding in Jasmine's Garden with Sarah, Austin, and Amelia, Frankie struggles to keep her fractured alliances from imploding. Secrets hover at every corner, and even the smallest slip could expose her to enemies circling just beyond the walls. But betrayal comes faster than expected. In the crowded market, Celine rips away Frankie's mask, unveiling her identity to the public and shattering her fragile cover. Whispers of Giovanni's wrath spread through the underworld, and Frankie realizes her enemies are not only hunting her, they're already inside her circle. As loyalties fray and truths surface, Frankie must decide: Will she cling to the fragile sanctuary of Jasmine's Garden, or step back into the fire and reclaim her power in a world determined to break her? The war between savages and purists has only just begun. ✨️This book is part of the 'Savages and Purists' series, but can also be read as a stand-alone. ✨️Updates are available every Monday.