Politicalintrigue Histoires

She was invited to King's Landing. But someone else chose her. Sarella Martell enters the Red Keep and finds herself trapped between politics, secrets, and a prince who wants her like a claim. Aerion Brightflame is cruel, obsessive, and impossible to ignore. Their tension becomes court gossip, then court fear... and finally, a vow neither of them can escape. Dark slow-burn enemies to lovers. Jealousy. Power games. Marriage later.

A crown is not made of gold. It is made of blood, silence, and choices that can never be undone. Fabian was raised to rule - not with mercy, but with clarity. In a kingdom where power moves in shadows and loyalty is traded like currency, one wrong decision can destroy everything. Between political betrayal, quiet wars behind the throne, and a girl who was never meant to stand beside a crown, Fabian must choose-protect the kingdom or protect his heart. Hidden Crown is a dark political fantasy about power, sacrifice, and the price of staying human in a world that rewards cruelty.

For a thousand years, the kingdom of Kylles has trusted one unbroken rule: a king's dreams never lie. When a terrifying vision warns of Kylles falling to the ruthless Elepeo, the king turns to his priest and trusted advisor for answers. But McTera-a young woman warlord brave enough to wear the "big shoes" of leadership-sees a different danger: the real enemy is already inside the palace. Branded a traitor and cast into exile, McTera is forced to watch from afar as a hidden plot seizes the throne and drags Kylles into an endless Age of Grief. While tyrants rise and fall, her name becomes a whisper, then a legend, then a test for every new leader. The Big Shoes is a tale of courage ignored, truth rejected, and the heavy price a kingdom pays when it refuses to trust the only feet brave enough to lead. Schedule for uploading the remaining chapters: Chapter 4 - Monday Chapter 5 - Wednesday Chapter 6 - Friday Chapter 7 - Sunday

He was trained to feel nothing. She was taught to expect nothing. Together, they broke every rule they'd ever been given. Cassian Ashford never wanted to fall in love. As the Duke of Thornmere and heir to the ruthless Iron Council, he was raised to be his father's perfect weapon-cold, calculating, and controlled. Love was a weakness he couldn't afford. Marriage was just another political maneuver. Until he met her. Seraphine Blackwell was supposed to be a transaction. An alliance wrapped in silk and empty vows. But from their first meeting in that sunlit library, something shifted. She saw through his masks, challenged his walls, and made him feel things he'd sworn he never would. Now, five years into a betrothal built on lies, their carefully constructed world is about to explode. When rebellion strikes at the heart of the Empire and their engagement ceremony turns into a bloodbath, Cassian makes a choice that changes everything-he saves her. And in that moment of chaos and fire, he confesses the truth he's been hiding for years: He's in love with her. He's always been in love with her. But love in the Crescent Empire comes with a price written in blood.

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. This book is 500 pages and 93k words on my word document.

ONC 2026 - Spring - Prompt 3 Prompt 3 "A Door Left Slightly Open" When the mountains of Ul-Rokh begin to stir, a blacksmith's granddaughter becomes the first to sense the reality of a long-forgotten danger. As the Gral'Khorr and Orcs hunt for an ancient weapon capable of breaking the earth itself, Rhanai is drawn into a perilous journey toward the Sekhmet peaks - one that will place her path alongside a battle-scarred prince, forged by another age and another war. Set in the world of A'asra, ten years after the events of First Knight, The Earth Breaker is a heroic tale of courage, sacrifice, and the moment ordinary lives are called to shape the fate of kingdoms. Check out the IG page where I will be dropping images and most importantly, my maps of A'asra.... The first map will be for Earth Breaker and First Knight... Remember it's only the main locations that can be seen, and it's not a scale map - It's actually a hand-drawn map handed to the brothers shortly after arriving in A'asra (First Knight): - instagram.com/images_of_aasra

THE story of a duke the only heir of hohenstaufen and his rose. he can claim everything. he is born blessed with the title of hohenstaufen. In Germany, 1905. An era of roaring engines, gold-braided uniforms, and the suffocating weight of ancient bloodlines. "Go then, Lina," he murmured, his voice a low, terrifying caress that stopped the breath in her lungs. "I won't stop you. But mark my words: the world outside is cold, and I own every fire. Eventually, you yourself will come back to me. You will crawl through those gates on your knees and submit yourself to me... because you belong to the shadow of Hohenstaufen."

Aw feck. I died. And now I've transmigrated into some third rate web novel as a cannon-fodder's associate's background character. Still forced to work, now with my freedom in the hands of a tsundere young master Kun. This is the story of how I try to avoid overtime. ONC 2026 prompt #60 "You download a new app that promises to cure your boredom and it delivers far more than you ever expected."

In a world where power shapes the fate of nations, two prodigies train under opposite skies-one a master of light, the other a weapon of shadow. As expectations mount and every move is watched, their skill, discipline, and instinct are tested in ways no one can predict. Across cities steeped in history and rivalry, whispers of their potential grow, and the world holds its breath. This is a story of preparation, patience, and the quiet tension that builds before a storm, where legend is not granted-it is earned.

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.

He was never meant to survive. Lieutenant Colonel Tyaal Veriss should have died on Norvela VII. Instead, he awakens to a galaxy still burning and to Captain Taleinia Marisala, the woman who pulled him from the wreckage. On her world, saving a life forges a bond that cannot be broken. What began in the chaos of battle now binds them for life. The war between the Maynerian Dynasty and the Amosian Contingency has raged for ages. Civilian massacres, political maneuvering, and ancient rivalries keep the galaxy locked in endless bloodshed. Peace is possible, but pride and fear keep the engines of war alive. Forced back into service before he is ready, Veriss must navigate battlefield brutality, shifting loyalties, and a love born in fire. Taleinia must balance devotion to her people with a bond that could change her destiny. In a galaxy built on vengeance, love may be the most dangerous act of all.

Beijing, 1900. The Great Qing Dynasty is a dragon gasping its last breath. Outside the Forbidden City, the Boxers are rising, the Western Powers are invading, and the scent of incense is being replaced by the smell of gunpowder. According to the Sancong-the Three Obediences-Empress belongs to the men in her life. To her father, her husband, and eventually, her son. She is a golden bird in a cage of ancient ritual. But Lanfen has a secret that could burn the throne to ashes. Hidden beneath her ceremonial robes is a book that speaks of a kingdom where there is no master or slave, no man or woman. In a world that demands her silence, she is learning to speak. In a dynasty that demands her submission, she is choosing to lead.

"In the city of lights, the most dangerous secrets hide in the dark." Sandra Knight has the perfect life-on paper. As the daughter of a powerful Senator, her future is a series of choreographed events, including a loveless political engagement to the cold and distant Donn Borden. But Sandra is tired of being a pawn in her father's game and a target for her childhood rival, the brilliant but cruel Tersa Thorn. Everything changes when a freak accident in her Uncle Desmond's lab grants Sandra the terrifying ability to manipulate shadows. She can slip through walls, vanish into the void, and become the one thing the elite of Washington D.C. fear: a ghost. When Tersa Thorn unleashes Kurtz-a mechanical nightmare designed to dismantle her father's legacy-Sandra must step out of the spotlight and into the mask. But as she hunts the human-trafficking ring of the elusive Great Zarro, she realizes her fiancé Donn is hiding secrets of his own. To save her city, Sandra can't just be a debutante. She has to become the Shadow of Phantom.

Historical Drama with Medieval style of Indian touch...

At a tense summit meant to preserve a fragile peace, Archmage Jaina Proudmoore stumbles upon something far more intoxicating than politics. Beneath moonlit boughs and beside a sacred Moonwell, she witnesses a private devotion between goddess and priestess-tender, reverent, and undeniably sensual. What begins as reluctant curiosity awakens a hunger Jaina cannot easily dismiss. As diplomatic tensions simmer, so too does a quiet, forbidden desire-one that lingers in stolen glances, veiled invitations, and the promise of secrets shared beneath silver light.

A crown can be worn. A mask must be lived. In a kingdom bound by an ancient law, a daughter became a son. A princess disappeared, and a prince was born from a lie. Now, the heir to the Granite Throne walks a razor's edge between duty and truth, guarded only by a knight who sees too much-and understands too little. But masks crack. Secrets bleed. And in the shadow of a looming coronation, a single glance can unravel an empire. What happens when the person you're sworn to protect is the fiction you must uphold? A tale of identity woven in deception, loyalty forged in silence, and the throne that demands everything-even the truth of your own skin.

A Royal Bond of Magic and Fate follows the journey of Princess Ria Williams of England, a powerful warrior and magician, as she steps into her new role as the crowned princess. At a grand royal ball, she meets Prince Niell Romano of Italy, a skilled fighter with a mysterious aura. Their encounter sparks intrigue, rivalry, and undeniable chemistry. However, hidden tensions arise when Zack Leonard, the son of a duke and Ria's long-time admirer, seeks to drive a wedge between them. Amidst royal politics, magic, and deepening emotions, Ria must navigate the dangerous game of power, love, and 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)

Two worlds exist side by side-one ordinary, one hidden behind magic and war. Aerin lost everything before she was old enough to understand it. Her parents died protecting the balance between realms, leaving her behind in a world that neither remembers their sacrifice nor cares for their child. Bullied, lonely, and forgotten, Aerin survives each day believing she has no place in this world-until a strange hand reaches out to her in the cold, changing everything. This is a slow-burn fantasy story about loss, waiting, strength, and the quiet courage of a child who refuses to disappear.

She broke an ancient law to save an empire. He grew up to challenge her rule. And a bored goddess is watching it all. When the Emperor dies, the Qi Empire is left with an infant heir and a princess who is forbidden to rule. Defying centuries of tradition, Princess Hua takes the throne as Regent. Her weapon is not a sword, but politics, her shield not armor, but cunning. Eight years later, her brother, the new Emperor, returns from war a hero. But the bond between them is tested by power, love, and the schemes of vicious nobles. And in the shadows, a mysterious woman named Wang Rou observes everything. She has more wealth than the imperial treasury, knows every secret, and holds a power that could unravel reality itself... if she ever got up from her comfortable sofa. A tale of political intrigue, forbidden romance, divine whimsy, and the woman who changed history. --- "Updates every Tuesday and Friday !"