The Risen Empire
- Reads 163
- Votes 0
- Parts 25
In the heart of ancient Rome, where power is seized with blood and betrayal lurks in every shadow, the mighty Valerius dynasty falls to ruin. The once-great ruler and his family are brutally slaughtered in a coup led by treacherous conspirators-except for one. Lucius Valerius, the sole heir, barely escapes the carnage, left for dead in the untamed wilderness beyond the city's walls.
With nothing but his wits and an unyielding thirst for vengeance, Lucius is forced to fight, adapt, and survive in the brutal underworld of Rome. From the lawless slums to the gladiator pits, from war-torn battlefields to the grand halls of treachery, he gathers allies-outcasts, rebels, and warriors who, like him, have nothing left to lose.
As the empire rots under the rule of corrupt tyrants, whispers of a fallen prince rising from the shadows begin to spread. Rome will tremble when Lucius returns-not as a desperate survivor, but as a force of reckoning.
The throne was stolen. The empire corrupted. But the blood of emperors still flows in his veins. And he will stop at nothing to reclaim what is rightfully his.
All Rights Reserved
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
THE CONTRACT ARRANGEMENT: The Rise of The Mondragons
After a brutal betrayal and a coma that nearly claimed two lives, the once mighty family awakens to a nightmare their billion-dollar corporation, the symbol of their name and dominance, has been ripped from their grasp by a cunning enemy who struck when they were at their weakest. But ashes are only the beginning of fire. While the world celebrates the rise of a new ruler at the helm of Mondragon Inc., the true heirs move underground broken, grieving, but burning with vengeance. What was stolen will be reclaimed. What was destroyed will be rebuilt. And those responsible... will beg for mercy. In the shadows of power, strategies are drawn. Secrets are weaponized. Loyalties are tested. And every move forward means risking everything that remains including love, family, and legacy. This is not just a battle for a company. It is war for identity, bloodline, and justice. They want their name back. They want their empire. But most of all They want revenge. And this time, they're not playing by the rules.
The Gold of Time | Gladiator II (Ver Eng.)
I was born a slave, condemned to a fate where freedom was but an unreachable dream. My life led me to the court of Emperor Geta, where I was just a shadow among others, a silent being at the service of imperial power. Everything changed the day Geta chose me to be his concubine. This role, both envied and feared, thrust me into the heart of the court's intrigues, where every smile could hide a betrayal. But my destiny did not end there. Caracalla, Geta's twin brother and legitimate heir, represented the future of the Empire. Charged with watching over him, I discovered a complex man, torn between ambition and vulnerability. An odd and unpredictable relationship formed between us, blending tension, jealousy, and moments of unsettling sincerity. In this ruthless world, the ties between Geta, Caracalla, and me were filled with power, love, and veiled betrayals. With Geta, I shared a fragile complicity, but even affection couldn't protect me from the dangers lurking in the palace corridors. From a mere slave, I became both concubine and protector, navigating between loyalty and survival. My story is that of a woman thrown into the heart of power games, in the shadow of the two imperial twins. This work is a historical fiction inspired by Ancient Rome.Complete![𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐄 [𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐯. 𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐬]](https://img.wattpad.com/cover/386249892-256-k981894.jpg)
𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐄 [𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐯. 𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐬]
CAECILIA was the daughter of the Roman General, Marcus Acacius. She knew her father's love from the first day she was born, despite the premature death of her mother. LUCIUS VERUS AURELIUS was the lost prince of Rome. He knew rage from a young age. He fought to protect Numidia, but he lost. He lost his home, he lost his friends and he lost his wife. He would kill General Marcus Acacius in revenge. But he never tought of falling in love with his daughter. SHE was raised with love. HE was raised with rage. (gladiator ii) (lucius v. aurelius x fem!oc) STARTED: 12/14/2024 FINISHED: 5/30/2025Complete
The Emperor's Heart (Commodus)
The torches in the imperial palace flickered as Emperor Commodus paced the marble floor of his private chambers. Outside, Rome slumbered, but his mind was restless. Power meant nothing when he could not control the one thing that truly unsettled him-Valeria. Valeria Aemilia was no mere courtier. She was a senator's daughter, raised in the hallowed halls of the Curia, a woman of sharp wit and even sharper ambition. Unlike the sycophants who flattered him, she spoke her mind without fear. And perhaps that was why Commodus could not stay away.Complete
Path to Power
In the glittering halls of sixth-century Constantinople, an ancient temple burns - and with it, a dark prophecy is set in motion. Justinian, nephew to the aging Emperor Justin, finds himself thrust into a deadly game of power where noble blood means everything and his common birth marks him for destruction. At his side stands Theodora, a former actress whose wit and beauty make her as many enemies as allies. Together, they must navigate a court where every smile hides treachery and every friend could be an assassin. As shadowy forces gather against them, Justinian builds an unlikely alliance: Belisarius, a brilliant young general from the empire's savage frontier; John of Cappadocia, whose brutal efficiency keeps the empire running; and Magnus Aurelius, an ancient noble whose measured counsel masks unknown ambitions. But in the dark forests beyond Constantinople's walls, an otherworldly power stirs. The Shadow Master's warning echoes through time: "That which is sanctified, once desecrated, demands its price in full." Path to Power begins an epic saga of ambition, love, and betrayal, where the fate of an empire hangs on the choices of those who would rule it - and the price they're willing to pay for power.Complete
REDBOURNE
"I think, therefore I am. Nothing will stop me in my tracks. I will be the best... and prove that I am not strong just because of my blood, but because of who I am. My sword shall draw the names of my enemies in their own blood. The stadiums I saw built as a kid, will all rise up for me. One day, the Agaphian flag will honor me, not because I am the son of their legend, but rather a legend of my own." ================= Godseeker Artorius, the legendary war hero of the Agaphian federation, sought the sacred city of Cinderyn beyond the treacherous, blizzarding Silverstone Heights of Paterium. When he lost his life in that expedition, his son, Lucius seeks to succeed his late father in this arduous quest. He himself claims he feels nothing, struggling to understand emotions, apart from his unwavering resolve to seek strength and prestige that would surpass his father. Driven solely by ego, he believe he will be the best, therefore he truly will be. Yet that resolve was never invincible... A collective organization of bandits terrorizes Paterium, stealing not only bountiful harvests and carriages of gold, but lives of the people within this land. It is a golden opportunity to become a warrior like his father, but also the hero his father never was, and free himself from the bondage of the past. [[2025 - Ongoing]] [[FULLY ILLUSTRATED WITH COMICS]]Complete
Queen of the Court | Emperor Geta
Her mother was one of the few women Commodus ever entertained, he viewed her as a one night mistake of his younger years, but the daughter that arrived 9 months later, was the light of his life. He loved her most, more than his father, than his sister or nephew. For Livia Marie Lucile Aurielia was his and his own to cherish. The girl grew up lavish, spoiled by her grandfather and father. When Commodus became Emperor, in everything he did she was with him. But when he fought against Maximus in the colosseum on that fateful day, the 7 year old girl was left alone in the world of vultures. Of course she stayed with her aunt Lucilla, who morned the loss of her son Lucius who had disappeared not long after the death of Commodus. Greedy senators of all ages awaited the day she became a women. Luckily for her, a certain senator, became emperor had two sons her age, and one of them later won her heart.
Empire of Shadows
In the roaring streets of 1920s New York, Roman Aurelius, an ambitious immigrant from Rome, carves out a name for himself in the ruthless underworld of organized crime. Struggling to survive amidst rival gangs and law enforcement, Roman's cunning and strategic brilliance propel him to the top of the Moretti family, a powerful Mafia syndicate. As Roman's influence grows, so does the danger. Betrayal lurks around every corner, and the lines between loyalty and treachery blur. Faced with the constant threat of violence, Roman must navigate a world where trust is scarce and enemies are everywhere. Yet, amidst the chaos, Roman finds an unexpected ally and love in Isabella, a woman whose strength and resilience match his own. Together, they forge a path through the darkness, transforming the Moretti family from a criminal enterprise into a legitimate business empire. But the journey is fraught with peril. From deadly showdowns with rival gangs to complex power plays within the family, Roman's rise is a testament to his unwavering loyalty, sharp intellect, and relentless determination. As years pass and the dust of battles settles, Roman reflects on his life, realizing that while money and power may come and go, the true essence of his legacy lies in the family he built and protected. With wisdom gained from a lifetime of hard-fought lessons, Roman attends his son's wedding, proud of the future he has secured for his family. "Empire of Shadows" is a gripping tale of ambition, love, and loyalty in the treacherous world of the Mafia, where one man's rise to power is as much about his wits and will as it is about his heart.Complete
After a brutal betrayal and a coma that nearly claimed two lives, the once mighty family awakens to a nightmare their billion-dollar corporation, the symbol of their name and dominance, has been ripped from their grasp by a cunning enemy who struck when they were at their weakest. But ashes are only the beginning of fire. While the world celebrates the rise of a new ruler at the helm of Mondragon Inc., the true heirs move underground broken, grieving, but burning with vengeance. What was stolen will be reclaimed. What was destroyed will be rebuilt. And those responsible... will beg for mercy. In the shadows of power, strategies are drawn. Secrets are weaponized. Loyalties are tested. And every move forward means risking everything that remains including love, family, and legacy. This is not just a battle for a company. It is war for identity, bloodline, and justice. They want their name back. They want their empire. But most of all They want revenge. And this time, they're not playing by the rules.
More detailsContent Guidelines