"What do you see when you see me?" he asked as he wrapped his arms around her. For a few seconds, she bathed in his warmth. "Do you want me to be honest?" He nodded. "I see a man who changed my world. He chuckled at that. "Not honest enough." She lifted her head. Her beautiful gray eyes stared at his brown ones. "I see the Villain." She gulped and added, "I see someone that would burn the world... just to keep me safe." "Again..." he smiled. "Again?" "I wouldn't hesitate to burn the world again just to keep you safe." .... She loved him like a brother. He loved her more than he loved his life. In his dying breath, the woman that he loved finally cried... for him. At last, he thought before closing his eyes. She was finally looking at him. How ironic. .... "I lost you once. I can't lose you again. " - Duke Li Qiang This is the Story of Li Qiang and his redemption. .... This novel was originally the SIDE STORY of THE CEO's WOMAN. However, you can still read this as a stand-alone as this is the story of the Villain after he died and reincarnated into another world. #reincarnation #slowburn #faceslapping #norapeorabuse #strongcouple #secondchance #Villain #fantasy #royals #R18
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[NOTICE: SILVER WINNER OF WRITING PROMPT CONTEST 235 - FEMALE LEAD - FAMILY] Ashma never knew her father. Her mother and maternal granddad are the only family she knows. She hates her father as he left her mother after she became pregnant out of wedlock. But her mother made sure that she grows up into an independent woman. She is a world-renowned fashion designer. Suddenly she gets news of another family of her fathers as her half-sister seeks her out. Everyone in the new family loves her except her paternal grandfather. He hates her as she is an illegitimate child and would cause a scandal if the word of her existence comes out. She hates him as he destroyed her mother’s life, and he ordered his son to leave her mother forever. They go toe to toe at every turn. Who will win the familial war? Will they ever learn to love each other? Will Ashma accept her new family or reject their love?4.97
# LOVEBEYONDREACH # MUTUALUNREQUITEDLOVE After dedicating her life to nursing the sickly male lead back to health, Jin Hua finally realized that she was living out a story from a book, and that she was actually a cannon fodder who would be burnt to let another woman shine. Following her death, the male lead finally learned to love himself and others. He tearfully pampered the female lead who resembled Jin Hua, and they became the perfect couple. On the other hand, Jin Hua decided that she would not sacrifice herself for others to reap the rewards, so she promptly defected to the villain's side, who in the original story forced himself to be the bad guy, until the lead characters eventually forced him into lunacy. In this life, all Jin Hua wanted was to stay away from the lead characters, and her life goal was to woo, pamper, and love Jian Huaiyu. Likewise, Jian Huaiyu's life goals were: pamper Jin Hua, pamper Jin Hua, and pamper Jin Hua.4.67
I hate that condescending, patronizing look of yours. You're nowhere as gentle and considerate as Hu Rui!" Wei Yan did not expect that her fiance, whom she loved with all her heart and soul, would actually say something so hurtful to her. The worse part was that he had actually conspired with her younger brother, whom she also adored, to try and steal her kidney and donate it to Hu Rui's father. They even wanted to take her life. Wei Yan's fiance bluntly said, "You should be honored that your kidney can save Hu Rui's father. Think of it as my reward for putting on this show for you for all these years." Her love for her family and fiance was torn to shreds. The countdown to the end of her life began. Wei Yan finally realized how wrong she had been. She should not have rebelled under her father's neglect and indifference, and she should not have allowed her genius mind to go to waste. She also should not have believed her father's illegitimate son when he lied to her after he and her father’s lover moved in following her mother’s death in a car accident. More importantly, she should not have been blinded by love and provided for her heartless fiance. However, after Wei Yan died, she realized this was all predestined long ago. She was merely cannon fodder in a novel. Fortunately, she was reborn. In her new life, she decided to appreciate her mother's love, study hard the way she should have in her past life, keep improving, and stay away from jerks. She was going to turn her sorrowful life around! While Wei Yan was engrossed in her studies, she realized that the big shot, whom even the female protagonist could not get her hands on, was actually doing everything he could to woo her!4.34
Yuan Shu died on the most glorious day of her life. She came from a family of generals and was the mistress of a wealthy family in the ancient past. She was responsible for a family with several hundred family members. Before she died, the emperor even awarded her the Imperial Mandate Mrs. Yuan title. Her life was full of glamor.However, after waking up one day, she realized she had transmigrated into a book. She became the cannon fodder who used cunning means to get married to the male lead. She was also destined to get a divorce and die young! Moreover, as soon as she transmigrated, she was faced with the problems left behind by the male lead after he disappeared. These included his rumored mistress, who showed up pregnant, his second brother, who often went missing in search of excitement, his third sister, who was an idiot, his fouth brother, who often got into fights and could never hold down a job, and his fifth brother who was a man of duplicity and had a twisted personality. The male lead also had many enemies who were waiting for their next prey.While Yuan Shu wasn't quite bothered by the other stuff, she felt an itch in her hand, which happened to have a whip, while she looked at the male lead's four problematic siblings. Before she transmigrated, all the children in her family were people who contributed to society. She could not tolerate losers like those in front of her.She didn't mind discussing the matter of divorce later. The most important thing before she got a divorce was bringing these four kids back on track! Hence, when the missing male lead returned, he realized everything had changed!His second brother, who had just won the best actor award and stood on stage while receiving his award, said, "I would like to thank my sister-in-law. Without her, I wouldn't be standing here today."His third sister got into a prestigious university in the country. "I would like to thank my sister-in-law..."His fourth brother stood on stage at a diplomatic event. "I would like to thank my sister-in-law..."His fifth brother brought glory to the country. "I would like to thank my sister-in-law..."Even his past enemies openly showed their admiration for his wife.'What happened to this world?' Shi Xiao thought to himself. He went missing, but he didn't die. So why was everyone waiting in line to marry his wife?4.22
# BLESSING As soon as she opened her eyes, Li Fu’er had not only just been born in a farmhouse in a mountain, but all her luck that she was supposed to have had also been taken away. Her grandmother was a wild savage, and thought of Li Fu’er as an unlucky child. She would beat and scold Li Fu’er every day. Her aunt thought she was an eyesore and added oil to the fire all day long. She treated her as a servant of the family, and was tempted to skin her from time to time. Her cousin was arrogant and was the one who stole her luck away. She even planted evidence to frame Li Fu’er for her near death. Li Fu’er’s father was the only person in the family who wanted to protect her. However, he was incompetent and cowardly, allowing the older three family members to work her to the bone and bully her. A dignified and lucky girl had been treated worse than a dog in that household. *** But now that she was reborn, she would take back everything that belonged to her! With a spatial pocket in her left hand, and medical skills in her right, plus all the luck from Heaven! No one would stop her from doing what she wanted! Those who wanted to hurt her would feel the hurt on themselves! Those who wanted to scheme against her would find it turned against themselves! As for those who were good to her, she would bless them. [The peasant girl who transmigrated into a novel with a lot of luck VS the hidden royalty of the dynasty]4.58
Ji Zhao, the heir of the royal chef transmigrated into a book... and became the cannon fodder ex-wife of the male lead, of a novel which she wrote harsh article about! Conceited, vulgar and toxic! Cucking the male lead, bullying her family, and ending up crazy! Having known the plot, Ji Zhao did not have to panic! With skewers, grills and other gourmet cooking, she turned the tables! Her luck was outstanding! Catching fat fish, wild pheasants and gathering duck eggs! Life was beautiful! She bought houses, mansions and start businesses! Smiling as she earned endless money to goof off, the future prime minister seemed to get closer to her..."You! Why are you getting so close?" "I'm your husband, silly!" "Ex-husband!" Ji Zhao snapped."Oh, really?"On the next day, Ji Zhao was crying and begging for mercy."I'm so sorry, my lord!" "Call me darling!"4.75
Lowly peasants falling in love with the divine princess is a story we've heard too often, but what if the princess loves him back? Unbeknownst to his family and friends, Theodore Preston, the son of a failing noble house, is in a relationship with the secret first princess of his kingdom. Because of his low social status, the two lovers will have to face great adversities in their love story. What's worse is that the princess will be soon married off to a rich noble, ripping her away from Theodore. When all hope seems to be lost, Theodore stumbles upon the Nation Duel Tournament, the winner of which will receive the title of Knight, enough to make Theodore suitable for his lover. However, Theodore is not the most experienced in combat, yet he will have to face off with the nation's finest. Will the power of love drive him to his improbable victory?A fire burned Wen Wan to death. Three years later, Jiang Niansheng appeared, wearing Wen Wan's face. Sheng Hanye, who failed to save Wen Wan, married Jiang Niansheng to make her Wen Wan's substitute. This was a turbulent contract marriage. He only married her for her face, and she only married him for his money. He was the aloof, domineering CEO; she was the obedient, passive contract wife. Everything changed when Jiang Niansheng realized she was indeed Wen Wan. Jiang Niansheng escaped from the marriage, determined to make Sheng Hanye pay for everything he had subjected her to during their marriage. Sheng Hanye, "Jiang Niansheng, you're mine. You've signed your autonomy away to me." Sheng Hanye, "Ah Sheng, can you forgive me? I am forever yours..."
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Red is an NPC (non-player character) villager of the popular game called “Code”. She is living her simple life to the fullest, not until an announcement crashes into the game. A horde of monsters materialises in the distance, wreaking havoc across the Kingdom of Freiy. Red scurries through the forest and plans to save her parents and her sister, only to see them die in her hands. She refuses to believe everything and goes against the script meant for her. The girl comes to learn about the world and how to complete the game. She created a war between nations, hence the rise of the death game. Red, becoming a variant among NPCs, travels across lands for a purpose. A quest to take all four obelisks in her hands and seek vengeance against Warner Asimov, the founder of Code. Will Red take her revenge against Warner or die inside the game? “A kingdom overturned by its foes can ascend once more. But one which shatters the inside? That’s game over.” (inspired quote from Zemo MCU) ORIGINAL BOOK COVER Will update a chapter everyday! Hop in to my server and talk about how awesome this novel is! (Thank you so much for supporting my work~) Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/yteNWMu8dg Instagram: (I will make one soon)4.78
She had loved him and chased after him like a fool, but he had hated her to the core. The engagement annulment letter had been thrown at her face as he took her life. When she regained consciousness, there was no more foolishness in those eyes of hers. Instead, there seemed to be a sharpness that could see through everything. He detested her, and so did everyone who constantly mocked and sneered at her. They had no idea the beauty that hid in that disguise of hers, nor the sharpened mind and intelligent soul that had since taken over the body. When they met again, “she” was the one rejecting his requests to meet. She lay comfortably on the couch, holding a teacup and slowly sipping tea from it. Her other hand stroked smooth fur of the great white mastiff that was wholly loyal to its owner. Seeing her in that moment, he felt that her aura and the grand atmosphere had shaken the depths of his heart. All he could hear was her whisper to the dog, “Why don’t you go chase away the bad guys?”4.59
Gu Nian woke up to find herself a baby born to a poor family. Her mother was killed, her brother missing and she was homeless. Thankfully, there were many good people in the world. Still, everyone in the village told the Lin family was stupid—they could not even afford to make a living for themselves, but they had to adopt a baby from another family. They did not know that the baby had a pocket dimension and was blessed with good luck, and the Lin family soon rocketed to riches. Later, restaurants would fight over Gu Nian's recipes, and the silkworms she reared would spit silk of all collars, while her crops would weigh tons. All at once, she becomes famous. Everyone says that Gu Nian would never marry nobility no matter how much she earned! Her brother and father then returned to her, and she became the daughter of a duke! Noble son: Watch your tongue. I'm the one who doesn't deserve my wife!4.72
Zhou Miao transmigrated into a book. The lead characters led sweet, blissful lives... but regrettably, Zhou Miao was not the female lead! Instead, she was cannon fodder and a side character. Though she married rich as well, she spurned her autistic husband, cheated on him, and eloped! Nonetheless, she was tied to an unknown system the day she transmigrated. It had the ability to observe her husband's mood, while informing her that the female lead intended to steal her husband from her! Once her defense rating dropped to zero, she would die... and she only had three days to fix that. If she wanted to reclaim what had been taken from her and stay alive, she must farm the happiness rating of her autistic husband. But with her fate tied to another person's mood, Zhou Miao wondered, ‘Isn't this life too harsh?’ Making an autistic person happy... How was it different from killing her? At night, she lifted an eyebrow as she watched a huge sad emoji linger over her husband's head as he sat on the edge of the bed, pouting and holding a teddy bear in his arms. Zhou Miao: Oh, what's wrong? You're unhappy? When I'm playing with you while putting my survival on the line?! Still, as he kept throwing a fit, she leaned in with a gentle smile and placed a soft peck on the tip of his ear. "What, you're not happy? How about another kiss?" A pretty pink appeared over the spot she kissed, and the huge sad emoji turned into a smiling emoji so enormous it almost hit Zhou Miao on the head. Watching her adorable husband and brushing her hair behind her ear, Zhou Miao thought to herself, ‘Elope? Not in this life! I will never get sick of freeloading or my handsome husband!’4.9
# FOLLOWERS # 1V1 # ESCAPEFAMINE Cheng Ling, a descendant of modern martial arts, transmigrated to ancient times during a war. She took her family and escaped from the famine and started farming, practicing medicine, and doing business…She worked hard for a better tomorrow just to get a place to live in this strange era, so that she would have a stable life and be able to stand with dignity instead of kneeling and begging for her life. Unexpectedly, her crossdressing was so successful that her good name was spread everywhere in the new dynasty. Young Master in the Hou Manor: “Young Master Cheng is very talented. What he says casually are words that can rule the world. I must recommend him to the prince!” A senior official in the academy: “Little Cheng has a beautiful mind. He will make a name for himself once the examination reopens. If he can’t take first place, I’ll hit my head against the pillar and die.” The eldest daughter from the Prime Minister's Manor: “Doctor Sheng is a genius, but he’s a noble character and not interested in fame and fortune. I respect and love him. Even if we’re not fated to be together, I should still ask my cousin, the prince, to give him status.”Shili Pavilion’s Flower Queen: “If someone like you doesn’t wear white anymore, who else is worthy of wearing it? Do they treat you well in court?” An aggrieved sigh was her answer.***As for the prince, who was always only mentioned in the passing, had already stroked his chin in thought early on. Prince: “He’s my brother and confidant. Do I even need you guys to tell me about how great he is?” Cheng Ling: “...”4.24
An outstanding medical genius transmigrated to the Magicka Continent where she became a useless character whom everyone despises. However, Ye Shu, the Host, was not born this way. Her sister had destroyed her spiritual roots and left her disfigured, causing the family to abandon her and her fiancé to annul their engagement in public. Ye Shu decided that the day would come and she would have these people on their knees, begging for mercy! They would have it coming for provoking her! Using her exceptional alchemy skills to restore her own spiritual roots and make pacts with divine beasts, she became a prodigy! It was a matter of time before the continent’s mercenaries, the alleged best doctor, and genius alchemist all competed to be her apprentices! Soon, her fiancé came looking for her, and she sneered, “Who do you think you are?” A youth she had saved by chance started tagging along her adventures. Assuming that he was parentless and homeless, she took pity on him and brewed pills to heal him. However, he turned out to be the crown prince of the empire and a rare prodigy! This was the same crown prince who had young girls chasing after him wildly! “You lied to me!” she snapped. The youth flashed a tender smile that he reserved only for her. “What about your numerous identities and divine medical skills? You are hiding more secrets than I am.”3.01
# magic world In an age where magic ruled the world, everyone could enter a parallel world to train their magic and cultivate the Law of Power. Since entering the parallel world would reward one with an abundance of resources, the sons and daughters of nobles would do all they could to find a shorter way to reach there. Some would purchase a rebirth card that allowed them to be reborn into a noble family and get whatever they wanted. Some would purchase magical items and received enormous battle strength at an early age. Some would purchase cards that could boost one’s talent to understand magic faster than others. Everyone had a way to grew faster, except for Wu Yu, who had come from another world. He was poor and had nothing. However, when he entered the parallel world, he received a unique system. His talent was maxed out from the start and could increase his power infinitely. When other people were fighting over a magical scripture, Wu Yu was already selling scriptures that contained his original magic. When the others were still racking their brains trying to understand the Law of Power, Wu Yu was already selling information of the Law of Power he had mastered. When the beings of the parallel world tried to invade the magic world, they realized they were bound for failure as the world had a being that they could never hope to reach. Everyone was nothing more than powerless ants in Wu Yu’s eyes.4.72
When Third Master Qin first met Ling Mo, she fell victim to her younger sister's scheme. Getting her face splashed with acid, she died a tragic death with a disfigured face. He helped her button up her clothes and gave her a proper burial, upholding her last bit of dignity. … After Ling Mo's gory reborn, her b*tch of a stepmother and younger stepsister was at it again. She facelsapped scums and b*tch until they cowered. He protected her domineeringly and pampered her, spoiling her little by little. *** After being forced to be a top celebrity in showbiz, her anti-fans scolded her angrily, "Bimbo! The queen of empty cans! Give us back our Brother Best Actor!" He broke into the anti-fans' camp and destroyed their nest. *** After her multiple identities were out of the bag, the entire world erupted in fire. People who wanted to marry her were in the hundreds of millions, and everyone rushed over to propose marriage. He was jealous. "How deep is the pond water where the cherry blossoms grow..." She coaxed, "It will never compare to Third Master's feelings for me." *** After the wedding, she went on an exclusive interview with domestic entertainment reporters. "The first time I met him," she said, "he'd button my shirt for me." Everyone was confused. "What about now?" She answered, "Now he only knows how to take them off."4.69
On her thirtieth birthday, Hua Shu experienced falling out of love, death, and rebirth... Returning to the age of twelve, the orphanage she used to live in had yet to be demolished. Her brothers and sisters were still there. She had yet to drop out of school to work for a living. In the miraculous dimension, there was the Black Heaven Pearl and the Nine Heavens Mystical Fox... After her rebirth, she embarked on the path of cultivation. Her strange spirit root constitution and demonic cultivation talent allowed her to advance at lightning speed. She accidentally awakened her supernatural ability, Heavenly Vision, she found treasures on the market and discovered jade in stone gambling, causing her to shine in the business world. After transmigrating, she not only wanted to become strong, but she also wanted money, power, and influence. Of course, there was also that extraordinary man who was as pure as lotus…4.98
Blood. Blood was dripping from my forehead. Panting, I tried to catch my breath. For a minute, I was tempted to look back and see if the Japanese Yakuza was chasing after me. I muttered a curse, trudging through the quiet street, making sure to hide in the shadows, avoiding all streetlights. Stupid Japanese Mafia Boss and his claim to rule the mafia world. But I will never let him. Not after killing my entire family. Thinking about them, a brief flashback of my father screaming for me to flee before a bullet passed through his head, instantly ending his life, appeared in my line of vision. I clenched my hands into fists, sadness and fury burning inside me. I will make sure that the Japanese Mafia will pay for what they did. I will avenge my father. My family. From this day forward, they have declared war. And war they shall have. *** Cover Image from Google4.9
“He” used to be the most eye-catching prodigy. Everyone would envy him, but no one could keep up with him. “He” was also the most disgraceful existence of the Mu family. His meridians had all been destroyed, and he had become nothing but a cripple! He had fallen from the top of the world, banished by his family, and suffered all kinds of humiliation! However, just like a phoenix rose from the ashes, he was reborn! When he had awakened, the world trembled! His power was enough to affect the world. He gained access to Yuan Energy, formed a Divine Body, forged a contract with the Divine Beasts, controlled the power of the stars, and controlled the fate of the world! The good looks of the third son of the Mu family made many fall in love with him! When he stood in the highest place and everyone looked up, only then did they realize that… “He” was actually a “She”! He had a mysterious background, his power beyond imagining, his excellence knew no bounds, and he was extremely prideful. However, he couldn’t part with that man, nor could he let him go. Billions followed him, but he only followed him! That world’s brightest pearl, only when I hold it in my palm would its light grace this world! Scene 1: Third Young Master Mu smiled and said, “Young Master Yun, my apologies. This time, I got in front of you again. This Divine Beast Core…” Yun Yi said calmly, “It’s yours.” Third Young Master Mu smiled and said, “How generous you are! Then let’s go find that Yuan Energy Liquid…” Yun Yi said without batting an eye, “It’s yours.” Third Young Master Mu couldn’t stop smiling, “You are truly a real hero! While you found this Ancient Divine Technique first, I’ve also done some work…” Yun Yi said as his eyes darkened, “It’s yours.” “Anything you want and if I have it, they're all yours.” The third Young Master’s smile froze. “However…” Before he could even react, Yun Yi’s eyes locked into him and said, “You… are mine!” Scene 2: The Third Young Master of the Mu family knew that she was very good-looking, and it was unavoidable that she would attract many suitors. But she didn’t expect to have attracted someone like Yun Yi. Not only was he good-looking, but his backer was also powerful, his talents were beyond imagining, and even his interests were just as unimaginable! After playing a game of cat and mouse for a long time, he finally decided to speak with him. “Young Master Yun,” Third Young Master Mu said with a gulp. “You’re a man, and I’m a man too…’ Yun Yi’s face has no emotion. “Yes.” Third Young Master Mu was taken aback. “I’m not gay.” Yun Yi’s eyes didn’t shift. “Yes.” Third Young Master Mu, “…” He gritted his teeth, “Young Master Yun, do you have some problem with us? Earlier, you tormented my younger sister, and now you do this to me…” Yun Yi looked at her with a faint smile. “If you’re a woman, then I like women. If you’re a man, then I like men. You understand?” Third Master Mu looked at him as he trembled, “Mon… Monster!” Yun Yi seemed to understand something and nodded in earnest. “Sure. Even if you’re a monster, I would still like you.”