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84 Stories

  • His Northern Light by AnjaniManda8
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    Amidst the downfall of Anne Boleyn, the tumultuous marriage of Henry VIII, and the rise of the sweet-plain Jane Seymour, an unexpected guest arrives at the English court. Her name? Her Royal Majesty, Queen Adhara Samira Eloise of the House of Oldenburg - the formidable queen of Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, wielding unmatched power across northern Europe. She comes seeking a trade alliance with England: timber for ships in exchange for gold, rare spices for fine cotton. Yet fate has a different plan in store. As a Scandinavian queen cements her place, a Boleyn Queen spirals out of control, and a Mistress Seymour makes her final gambit, the court is thrown into chaos, intrigue, and desire. One kingdom. Three queens. And a King who never expected to be tamed.
  • Second Bloom of the Silent Consort by Minyxa
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    In a palace where silence is safer than truth, Li Anya learns that death is not the end-it is a warning. Once a forgotten concubine, she lived her first life in quiet obedience, enduring the Emperor's cold cruelty and the Empress Dowager's disdain. Her existence was small, her voice unheard... until the night she was killed. No witnesses. No answers. Only betrayal lingering like poison in her final breath. But fate, it seems, is not finished with her. When Li Anya opens her eyes again, she is back in the same gilded cage, standing at the beginning of a life she has already lost. This time, she remembers the pain, the fear-and the certainty that someone close to the throne wanted her dead. Determined to survive, she treads carefully through a court of hidden daggers and smiling enemies. Yet everything begins to change when she discovers she is carrying the Emperor's child... and with it, a power she never held before. Favored by the very people who once despised her, Li Anya rises from shadow to prominence-but in the palace, kindness is often the most dangerous lie of all. Because somewhere behind silk curtains and whispered prayers, her killer is still waiting. And this time, Li Anya is no longer willing to die quietly.
  • Crimson Silence by MoonlitScribe2002
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    They call him a cursed king. A ruler whispered to bring death to those who stand beside him. But the truth? The real danger sits closer to the throne. Jin Yeon was never meant to return. Branded the daughter of a traitor, she learned to survive in silence, watching, thinking, waiting. Until the king appears. Not as a ruler... ...but as a man who sees her. What begins as suspicion turns into something far more dangerous. Trust. As Jin Yeon is pulled into the palace as a consort, she finds herself trapped inside a court built on lies, where ministers rule from the shadows, and truth is buried with the dead. A hidden conspiracy begins to unravel. Mysterious deaths. Stolen power. And a truth so dangerous... It could destroy the entire kingdom. But the deeper they dig, the closer they come to losing everything. Each other included. In a world where loyalty is a weapon and love is a risk Will they break the curse? Or become the final proof that it was real all along?
  • A King's Obsession by lolkirr
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    What happens when, Kiana is forced into marriage with a king with more than two wives and all of them want power , will she be able to compete or will she give up
  • The Silent Empress's Gambit by miesellekatelaine
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    "If you wanted a leash, Your Majesty, you should have chosen a dog. Not a Cantzel." In a single night, the Sun of the Empire was eclipsed. Emperor Chester Denvarl is dead, and the man standing over the body is his most trusted brother-in-arms: Duke Jerard Cantzel. Without evidence, the Duke remains a free man, but the stain of regicide clings to his name like a curse. Years later, the young Emperor Reitz Denvarl-cold, brilliant, and fueled by a rotten sense of betrayal-takes his revenge. He accepts a marriage proposal from the 'traitor' Duke, intending to turn the Duke's only daughter, Shani Cantzel, into a hostage in a gilded cage. For a year, Shani is the 'Trash of the North Palace'-a woman of legendary fury and pathetic longing. But when a sudden poisoning incident leaves her on the brink of death, she wakes up with a soul that no longer belongs to this world. Enter Captain Han Seol-ah, a top-tier modern security expert. She knows the plot of this novel. She knows Shani is destined to be the 'Prologue Victim' whose death triggers a continent-wide war. Her strategy for survival? 1. Ask for a divorce immediately. 2. Bribe the Emperor's aides with high-end pastries. 3. Call the most dangerous man in the Empire a 'bastard' to his face. But as Shani fights to escape the script, she discovers that the 'villainous' Duke might be innocent, and the cold-blooded Emperor might be the only one she can trust. In a court where every smile is a dagger and every tea party is a crime scene, the Silent Empress begins her final gambit. The script says she must die. But Shani Cantzel has never been good at following orders. ****************** Saturday 8:00 p.m., an update is released.
  • The Secret of the Golden Mask by SanaA_Bova
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    When Laila, daughter of a modest Theban jeweler, is summoned to Pharaoh Amenhotep's palace to craft a funerary mask for his fallen hero, she believes her greatest trial will be the work itself. But palace life is woven with deadly intrigue, whispered conspiracies, and ancient rites no commoner should ever witness. As Laila's skill catches the Pharaoh's keen eye, she finds herself both his ally and his greatest secret-rising from artisan's quarters into corridors where every smile may hide a dagger. With each brush of gold leaf and lapis inlay, Laila uncovers fragments of a conspiracy that threatens Amenhotep's life...and her own. To protect her father, her craft, and the man who may be more than just a king, she must learn to read the language of shadows. Will the golden mask she creates carry a soul safely into the afterlife ...or seal the living in death? What to Expect: - A richly detailed reimagining of ancient Thebes, from the artisan quarters to the gilded throne room. - Court politics and covert schemes, where trust is as precious-and as fragile-as gold. - A slow-burn romance forged under the watchful eyes of gods and men. - Ritual magic, hieroglyphic secrets, and a hero's mask that may hold the key to life...or death - Dive into The Secret of the Golden Mask and discover that in Egypt, every smile has a hidden meaning-and every mask a story waiting to be told.
  • Raktsangam - The Rivalry Of Crown  by haru_writes_
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    Book 1 Two crowns, One blood war. And a love that could destroy them all. Anahita Raghvar- The ice-hearted heiress of the Erebus Mafia. Born to rule, Bred to kill. Cold, sharp-tongued, and merciless, she walks through fire for her own... and burns everyone else without hesitation. Mridul Agarwal- Her Sunshine Assistant. All warmth, laughter, and quiet strength. He's fallen for her, completely, hopelessly, even when her heart remains locked behind walls he may never break. Vrushankh Singhania- Her Rival. The heir of Raktsangh. The man who hates her with a vengeance... and the only one who has ever matched her fury, her mind, and her fire. Bound by blood, history, and a rivalry soaked in crimson, he wants to see her fall, yet cannot stop chasing the echo of her presence. In a world of mafia empires, secret alliances, and crowns without heirs... war is not a choice, it's destiny. A war of blood. A war of power. And a war of hearts. Loyalties will shatter. Empires will burn. And when the dust settles... Only one crown will survive Raktsangam.
  • The Gathering Storm by Aureliana_Chronicles
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    For a thousand cycles, Aureliana Prime knew the language of steel more fluently than the language of peace. Kings rose in crimson triumph and fell beneath sharpened ambition. Kingdoms were built upon vows, then buried beneath betrayal. Hope, when it appeared at all, was a candle lit against a hurricane. Then the heavens split. When the USS Terra is hurled through a mysterious rift above the Traft Valley, Captain Uriah Goar and his siblings expect only fire, ruin, and the final silence. Instead, they are caught by unseen hands and welcomed into a realm of twin suns, ancient grudges, and banners that have weathered more bloodshed than rain. Castle Spalding offers sanctuary. Yet sanctuary is never freely given. Princes demand answers. Kings weigh caution against pride. Old wounds stir beneath polished courts. New pieces take their places upon the board. And at the center of it all waits an impossibility. A father long mourned. A family long broken. A reunion that heals nothing cleanly. For Uriah, the past returns with teeth. For Jethro, wonder wrestles with suspicion. For Mitra, love may prove the most delicate burden of all. But beneath the courtesies of noble halls, something deeper moves. Time does not keep faithful measure on Aureliana Prime. Chance wears the mask of design. And the winds gathering over the Eastern Kingdoms carry the scent of another storm. As alliances strain and hidden hands reach from shadow, the Goars must decide what they will become in a world already changing around them: Guests. Threats. Saviors. Or the spark that will either bind fractured kingdoms together... or awaken the echoes of eternal war.
  • Empress of the Shadows by fullmoon1902
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    Summary: Empress of the Shadows In the mystical realm of Tianxia, where cultivators, demons, and celestial beings coexist, a fierce and beautiful warrior named Li Mei emerges from the shadows. Haunted by a mysterious past and possessing extraordinary combat skills, Li Mei embarks on a journey to uncover her true heritage. When she saves a village from ruthless bandits, her bravery captures the attention of Prince Zhao, a charming crown prince with a dark secret. As Li Mei is drawn into the dangerous intrigues of the royal court, she finds herself entangled in a forbidden romance and targeted by the treacherous court lady, Ying Yue, who has allied with dark forces to seize power. Guided by the wise Master Shen and armed with newfound powers, Li Mei faces trials of strength, cunning, and magic. From battling demonic assassins to seeking ancient relics, she must navigate a world of danger and deception. As her destiny unfolds, Li Mei discovers her true lineage and the prophecy that binds her fate to the future of Tianxia. Filled with unexpected twists and turns, **Empress of the Shadows** is a tale of love, adventure, and suspense. Will Li Mei rise to reclaim her family's throne and bring peace to the realm, or will the shadows of the past consume her? Join Li Mei on an epic journey where courage, passion, and destiny collide in a richly woven tapestry of Chinese mythology and fantasy.
  • Kiss of Dagger and Crown by MariaTheresiaRebaldo
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    In a kingdom shrouded in fear and mystery, Queen Irene rules with an iron will, her throne built upon bloodshed and shadows. Feared by her enemies and revered by her people, she is as ruthless as she is untouchable-until the night an assassin breaches her palace. Aaron, known as the Rogue Assassin, is a blade in the dark, a ghost who leaves nothing but corpses in his wake. He has toppled rulers, shattered empires, and carved his legend into the whispers of the underworld. Now, he has been given his most dangerous contract yet-to kill the Gothic Queen. But when steel meets silk, when shadows collide, something unexpected happens. Irene does not beg, nor does she fight. Instead, she looks at him with knowing eyes, her lips curled in a secretive smile, as if she had been waiting for him all along. A dangerous game begins-one of power, deception, and a passion that burns beneath their every word. Aaron came to kill a queen. Instead, he may have found a woman who could destroy him in ways no blade ever could. In a world of betrayal and darkness, will love be their salvation or their doom?
  • When the Villainess Found Her Light. (dropped)  by reSEARCH011
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    Reincarnated as the notorious villainess destined to be cast aside and forgotten, Liora is determined to rewrite her fate - to break free from a cycle of betrayal and heartbreak. But the crown prince, her supposed enemy and the story's male lead, refuses to let her walk away. As power clashes with passion and schemes meet undeniable attraction, Liora must decide if breaking the cycle means defying him... or embracing a new kind of fate altogether.
  • Dark Love, Shattered Kingdom by greatattai
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    "In the heart of a fractured realm, 'Shadows of Fate' unfolds, a tale woven with the threads of cursed love, ruthless conquest, and the haunting power of the Trosia. Prince Lucian of Keith, burdened by a demonic transformation each moonless night, navigates the intricacies of a world where shadows wield both sword and solace. As he clashes with Kesha, the Queen of Drekagon, and orchestrates the ruthless dance of his devoted Lucians, the narrative delves into the depths of power, loneliness, and the enigma of redemption in a realm where darkness and light are bound in an eternal struggle."
  • Guardian by aniqanaqiofficial
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    From the heart of Malaysia's golden age, two legendary warriors bound by brotherhood faced betrayal, loss, and a kingdom's fate hanging in the balance. Their tale, woven through shadows and whispered across generations, speaks of a mystical blade with power beyond imagining and a bond that transcends time. Though centuries have passed and their names have faded into legend, their spirit lingers. Waiting, watching, ready to return when the land calls for its greatest heroes.
  • Tears Of God : Mother's Lullaby by Redwhale
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    In a world where ancient legends intertwine with modern reality, the fate of a long-forgotten heir is about to ignite once more. His past lies veiled in mystery, his present bound by friendship and pain, and his future promises a war for which no one is prepared. When a golden light descends upon Earth - not as a gift, but as a sentence - three friends must make a choice that will change everything. The only question is whether they can remain human in a world where destiny itself calls them gods. This is a story of betrayal and loyalty, of the wounds of the past and the strength of new beginnings. A tale that reminds us: even amid darkness and blood, a gentle lullaby still echoes... a mother's lullaby.
  • Chained Heart by Rose_Vivienne
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    πŸŒ™ In the estate where perfection hides behind walls of silence... Vivienne De Valmont is a princess whose life is like a golden cage. Beautiful, wealthy, and admired, but her heart is empty. Everything she has is merely a reflection of what others wish to see. And then there is Riven. A dark thief whose hatred for her family is as strong as a storm, yet in his eyes, he hides something she has yet to understand. With every meeting, something awakens within her, something that both frightens and attracts her. Between them grows a fiery desire, one they both wish to extinguish just as much as they want to succumb to it. While she uncovers the truth about her family, he dives into a dark past that shows him that life in a golden cage is no easier than his own. In the heart of Avelorn, where the poor rise against those who have everything, their fates intertwine like the claws of miracle and ruin. The love between them is not a gift but a trial that demands more than just desire. Will Vivienne have to choose between her blood and her soul? If she truly wishes to be free, she may lose more than she ever imagined...
  • Curse Of The Midnight Queen  by anias_777
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    She crossed into the night to steal a crown. She left with a kingdom that wanted her dead... and a prince who might want her worse. World: Two lands: Solara - the kingdom of endless day Noctaria - the realm of eternal night, ruled by magic and whispers Aurexia is a skilled thief from Solara sent to steal the Obsidian Crown, said to control the night. But when she takes it, the ancient crown chooses her-and the shadows name her the next ruler: the Midnight Queen. Now she's tied to a realm she doesn't understand, a throne she never wanted, and a prince who was supposed to wear the crown-but didn't. To survive, Aurexia must master the dark magic rising within her... before it consumes them both.
  • Crown And Coral by Zyphra54
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    Six suspects. One dead Royal Historian. And a secret buried deep beneath the tides. When the Royal Historian of the underwater realm of Thalassara, Serena, is found murdered in the Archive, six young merfolk all suspect that they are responsible for her death. Secrets, betrayal, and forbidden love and magic are unleashed as they scramble to hide their guilt, weaving complex lies that threaten the kingdom's fragile peace. But who, in truth, is the murderer? There is someone watching- someone who understands more than he ought to, and is pulling the strings from behind the curtain. When whispers of the long-lost Seventh Seal arise, the six must fight not just their secrets, but the darkness rising from the depths of the sea. For in Thalassara, not even the tides can wash away blood.
  • The Rise of a Dark Queen by luvsomejay
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    In * The Rise of a Dark Queen*, Princess Eve's dreams shatter when betrayal and loss drive her to become the feared Queen Evelyn. As past and present collide, she must confront dark truths and seek redemption. Dive into this gripping tale of love, power, and revenge. Author's Note: Welcome to the world of Eclipsed Innocence. I'm thrilled to share Evelyn's journey with you. Your feedback means a lot, so feel free to comment, vote, and share your thoughts. Enjoy the ride through Maylin's captivating and tumultuous story!
  • The Crimson Sigil  by NikitaKhusrov
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    In the kingdom of Valerith, power flows not through blood alone but through devotion-and the royal family has long taken that devotion for granted. Born into a line where love is a myth and ambition reigns supreme, Prince Dominic Azareth Valerius returns to claim what is rightfully his... unaware that his own power lies in the hands of Lady Ithara Maelis D'Aurelle, the daughter of a loyal duke, who has borne the burden of his stolen strength for years. Ithara has mastered the power that isn't hers, surviving pain, isolation, and the manipulation of the crown, all while building a quiet, simmering hatred for the royals. But Dominic's return threatens to upend everything-her control, her hard-won mastery, and the delicate balance of the curse that binds them both. Bound by duty, yet fueled by fury, Ithara must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics, royal expectations, and her own growing, conflicted feelings as she faces a prince she despises-and a destiny that may demand more than her powers alone can handle. Love, hatred, and power collide in a world where every choice comes with a price, and the line between devotion and destruction is thinner than ever.