fading facade

Never imagined getting married in such an unusual way. Married without the basis of love. And marrying basis on mutual need. She needs it for money. And he who needs it out of urgency. Maybe destiny will say something else? And maybe they could live the marriage well? Harry Miles Theodore. Never wanted a marriage. And hates all the women in his life, except for his family. Hate all pretense they show. And hate for their soul which is easily fragile also sway for other material or objects. He never imagined that he would marry a woman who married him for money. Do a prenuptial agreement. And made many acts in his life. Could this marriage be able to change his perspective? And maybe fate will lead them on a different path from the plan they originally planned? At the moment, Harry's said : " Don't you ever think that this is your real marriage. It's just a contract marriage. And we're not really married, " Cleo replied: " I know. But please don't judge me as you like. I'm not what you think! I'm Never loving you, " Will their marriage go well? And will they find love?

She was just an ordinary outcast—ignored, underestimated, and perfectly fine with it. Until the dreams began. Until her mother was murdered. Until she was dragged into a deadly trial where only one could survive. Now, she must fight monsters, face her fears, and uncover the truth behind her strange visions. Because behind her quiet facade… something dangerous is waking up. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com.

When 'good girl' high schooler Athena falls in love with an ex-convict and bad boy, old family secrets comes back to haunt them and keep them apart. ~~~~~ Living up to her good girl reputation had never been an issue for Athena Brown, all thanks to her overbearing and controlling mother. She has the heart of an angel. Pure at heart, but has a mind full of scars. To her, pain is inevitable. That is until she meets Aiden Tobias Knight. Handsome, cocky, and with a criminal past, he was everything she needed to steer clear of. Everyone in her town knows about Aiden Knight- the troubled and ex-convict badboy who has anger issues and known for his numerous visits to jail. Those who look into Aiden's eyes only see pure fury and hatred. They all think he's beyond redemption, even Aiden himself. But not Athena. As someone who has grown accustomed to pain, she understood him a tad bit better than most people. She saw something more in those alluring green eyes. Something worth fighting for. Thanks to a school's project and Aiden's sudden interest in her, the two began spending a lot of time with each other and formed an unbreakable bond that unearths secrets and emotional turmoil for Athena and everything she had allowed herself to believe. And soon, their lives became dangerously intertwined in a race against time, lies and deceit. Twists gets turns, fates became entangled and life become even harder than before. The closer they get to each other and the more vulnerable they become, Athena has to wonder: is she saving Aiden from his darkness? Or is she pulling him deeper into hers? Read more to find out. The book is written solely from the female lead's perspective. It's also divided into two parts. ~~~~~~ Excerpt: Athena stares ahead into sheer nothingness as the cool evening breeze swept through her body, making her hair stand on end. Up to yesterday, she was the happiest girl on earth. But now, it's like she has lost all purpose, almost like every living moment makes a living scar. It leaves her bleeding helplessly, because she's all alone. She should've known happiness is never hers to begin with. She is not to love or to be loved. That's her fate. That's who she's meant to be. A soul that is forbidden to love or fall in love. Either she accepts this or she keeps getting inflicted with more pain and scars than she already has. ~~~~~ Lo and behold, here you have it guys. A slow burn whirlwind romance full of love, tears, lies, trust, pain and deceit, also known as Fading Scars: Scars Of The Past. Hope you all enjoy it as much as I love writing it. Instagram: CodeyVanilla Discord: CodeyVanilla#0574 Book cover: Credits goes to owner :)

[BOYS LOVE] If there was a scale for magnanimity and naivety, Prince Calibri would be positioned first every time. As the crowned prince of his mysterious and secretive sect, he believed it was his duty to become the next Grandmaster of all the Cultivation clans to protect his people. Needless to say, every other young Cultivator of the Living Realm were after the same position of power even if it wasn't for the same reason, including Zhang Haochen; a quiet, handsome, unproblematic and extremely skilled young man with an unfortunate desire for his father's validation. Upon their arrival at the Cultivation school, it became apparent that not only did Calibri far outweigh them all(both men and women) in the department of looks, but also in his level of Cultivation! But how? How did he use all those lost Cultivation techniques? Why did he disappear all the time? Why in the world was Zhang Haochen (the man everyone wanted the attention of) so attached and fond of that 'PRINCESS' from day one? In fact, why did Zhang Haochen use his vocal chords in such abundance when it came to him? In a flurry of events, the time comes for the next Grandmaster to be chosen, but before Calibri has the chance to seize the title, he is betrayed by his closest companion, accused of a crime he did not commit and banished to the dark dormain of the Underworld... Years later, Calibri finds himself unwillingly forced to return to the Living Realm by the very person who betrayed him in the first place! He can't escape, so there's no choice to remain with that handsome traitor who's on a mission of his own: 1) Get Calibri's soul back 2) Make everyone who hurt Calibri suffer 3) Get Calibri to fall in love with him once again. The mission wouldn't have been that hard if Calibri, Heaven, the Living Realm and the Underworld were against it. But alas, these conditions existed, and he had no choice but to overcome them if he wanted to ever see Calibri smile at him again, and not scream bloody murder every time he held him close. Yes, Zhang Haochen had a lot of atoning to do. Can he do it? Will Calibri forgive him? Why did he betray him? Read on to uncover the mysteries, and find out if their love can really conquer the odds!

The fiancee of Kason Louise, the richest man in New York, died in a car accident. Giana Kelsen, who caused the accident, was sentenced to three years in prison. After she was released from prison, she accidentally provoked Kason. She knelt on the ground and begged him. "Kason, please let me go." But Kason smiled, "Giana, I will never let you go." Everyone said that Kason was cold-hearted, but he fell in love with a woman who had been in prison before. However, the truth of the car accident that year destroyed all her love for him, and Giana ran away from him. Many years later, Kason begged her while on the ground, "Giana, as long as you come back, I will do anything for you." Giana only stared at him coldly. "Then, I want you to die."

"Raina, listen it's not Ours that's your responsibility and secondly I'm sorry, I can't return those feelings...we fucked that's all there was to it." He spurt coldly and my heart broke it a million pieces making me cry even more when he left banging my office door. Raina Williams a preachers kid, who believes in love, a successful lawyer. She just finished college and is currently working at a well-known law firm. She meets Angelo Le roux, her bosses son from Netherlands, the arrogant billionaire bachelor who doesn't do commitment. He doesn't have to sweep her off her feet to get her into bed. She gets pregnant and he tells her off to get an abortion.. but does she really ? she is after all a preachers kid.

In the silence of what is unsaid, the heart speaks loudest—if only we choose to listen." "Elara has always felt like an outsider in a world where secrets run deep, and nothing is ever as it seems. But what if the people closest to her aren’t who they claim to be? Who are Damien and Raven really, and what are they hiding behind the facades they've carefully built? As Elara begins to observe their every move, she starts to uncover the truth, piece by piece. Torn between the lies that surround her and the reality she’s beginning to see, Elara’s world is turned upside down. What is the cost of knowing the truth? Can she trust those she’s grown close to, or are they playing a game with her? "Beneath the Facade is a story about the secrets we hide, the emotions we suppress, and the truths we are too afraid to face. Who can Elara trust when everything she thought she knew begins to crumble?" Are you ready to uncover the lies beneath the surface? Who are the real people behind the masks? #StayTuned as we dive deeper into the silence." Daily updates with new chapters

Kavi Oberoi, an art student from one of the wealthiest families in the Indian community, secretly falls in love with Kiaan Chandra, an engineering senior at university. In a society where same-sex love is taboo, their relationship is kept hidden from everyone—even their closest friends. For a time, they live in the shadows, cherishing stolen moments together. Then, without warning, Kiaan vanishes from Kavi’s life, leaving no explanation. Heartbroken, Kavi struggles to move on. After two years, Kiaan reappears—this time as the fiancé of Kavi’s sister, Riya. Now Kavi faces an impossible choice: • Protect the secret they’ve worked so hard to keep, or • Reveal the truth, risking exposure of both Kiaan’s past and his own, to save his sister from marrying someone who can never truly love her.

what happens when the demon clan and the humans decide to end there centuries long war because a old villainous curse arose from the ashes of fire and brimstone, to take its revenge on the human race and demonic ones as well for they assumingly betrayed them. what happens when a old hero that was cursed by this evil force for helping take them down and there cursed king. its all full of what ifs.what if! i told you that this "old hero" curse was lifted when the demonic force arose. again what if! i told you they need his knowledge and strength to help defeat the demonic force know as malum people a old evil tribe that exist when humanity first began. ~~~Ashton Valentine, with his mischievous grin and raven-black hair streaked with rebellious wisps of white, carries the enigma of shockingly blue eyes that, while brilliant, seem to gaze upon the world with a disinterested luster. His strength lies in balance – not so feeble as to attract bullies, yet not so powerful as to be a constant target for challenge. Ashton cherishes solitude, but Alex, his steadfast companion from the rugged days of their shared youth in a quaint, tight-knit town, always keeps him company, ensuring he never faces the echoes of their past alone. Watch as the tale unfolds for these two young souls at the battle school, a place where destinies intertwine and the search for humanity's savior is relentless. Lives will change, paths will cross. -remember what if's..what ifs appearances can be deceiving and the unexpected is the norm. Keep your eyes wide open, for the hero you anticipate may not be the one destiny chooses, or perhaps they're exactly who you've been hoping for. Imagine a hero with the power to alter the very fabric of history. But remember, the line between hero and villain is often drawn by the storyteller's hand, it all depends on whos telling the story right? right??so, find out in His Facade

Childhood sweethearts Kael and Selene shared a bond that seemed unbreakable, until Selene abruptly left, shattering Kael's heart. Years later, she returns, hoping to reconnect, but Kael's feelings have transformed into resentment and confusion. As they navigate the complexities of their past, Kael is forced to confront his feelings and the scars left behind. Kael and Selene must determine if love can endure the test of time, heartbreak, and change. Will they reclaim their connection, or has too much been lost?