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Ryker Hartley, a young man embroiled with a crime boss to claim a hidden treasure. Would fleeing be his only option in this uncertain journey? Or would he challenge his destiny against all odds? ********** A once easy-going boy turned the beastly version of himself, feared by all. With a past that has left a scar on his mind, the most cherished of all his memories has turned out to be an unfairly large grieving package for him. With an unchecked bitterness, and oblivious of an inescapable fate trapped in times, awaiting the moment to descend, he roamed, but with animosity and undue misanthropy. Ryker has closed himself off to the world, he's not one to forgive the most trivial atrocities against him, but when a frenemy manages to break through his defenses, Ryker's integrity is put to the test in ways he never thought possible. As secrets are exposed and alliances are formed, Ryker's life takes a dramatic turn as he becomes a celebrity. Will he rise to the challenge or crumble under the weight of his past? . . . . Find out in this action-packed and thrilling novel that takes a deep dive into the complexities of human nature. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PS: The image is not mine, I got it from Pinterest and then, do the editing. Owner >> Cody Garrett Hatcher

Desperate is a sentence mostly used to explain some few attempt of careless actions. Alice was no exception. She had a good husband and lived a peaceful kingdom but she was not contend and needed even though him continuously disapproved of her attempt. She still stubbornly went in search for a child and ended up with zero achievements. She involuntarily gave up the search however a woman came to revive her hopes. She followed the woman with a high hopes to a forbidden forest to acquire for a child one could tell that the forest speak of danger as the clouds bright sky changed into darkness. She was to far deep to back down.

A deranged and highly intelligent serial killer is on the loose, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. He seems to have a deep understanding of the human mind, using psychological manipulation to get close to his victims before brutally murdering them. The police are struggling to catch him, as he always seems to be one step ahead. But as the body count rises, a rookie detective starts to suspect that the killer might be someone she knows - someone who is hiding in plain sight. As she delves deeper into the case, she realizes that the killer's true identity is more terrifying than she ever could have imagined.

After experiencing the ultimate betrayal from the person he trusted as his brother, Heath's death left behind echoes of misery, terror, and deep regret that had plagued him during his second chance at life. Heath, who had abandoned his duty as the true heir of the Veridiania Kingdom, carried a burden of guilt for the countless lives lost under the rule of the Tyrant King, Nyxen. It was all because he had forsaken the crown, unknowingly leaving behind a trail of bloodshed in his attempt to keep his hands clean. Upon discovering that Nyxen, in this new life, continued to wreak havoc upon countless lives in the underworld, Heath knew he had to take action before chaos ensued with Nyxen's latest project. Heath vowed to redeem himself this time. Although... It seems like teaching a group of teenagers while attempting to overthrow the deeply-rooted syndicate in the underworld might be more than he can chew.

In the deep wilds of secrets, there was a hidden world between Nexus and Ethereal the Krea. The world of Krea was built in the seasons of crystal keys. There is a shrine cut into the mountainside. The forest covers these shrines like a shroud. This is a quiet world, but the shrine of the Lycan is quieter still. Dragons and other creatures keep away from the place. From the different sides of the Kingdom of Krea. Suddenly, the five gods had awakened, as had the tribe of Lycan. They hear the loud ringing bell of Krea, and after that, the lightning strikes loudly in the cage of the crystal key under the gold handkerchief. There’s one of the gods who stole the crystal key from Zeno, the infinity god of the Krea.

"HIDDEN LEGACY: The Fame of the Forgotten Heir" In the midst of the bustling city of Pineville, the forgotten heir, Benjamin Jonathan Anderson's story begins. Cast away by the Anderson family, Benjamin's dismal life takes a turn when he encounters Davis Campbell, a wealthy and generous man. Ben lives with him, but conflicts with Davis' family are inevitable. Moreover, Benjamin is arranged to marry Davis' granddaughter, Olivia Edward Davis, who initially dislikes him, even despising him. Ben struggles amidst Olivia's family's scorn and the mockery of his brother-in-law, Matthew Edward Davis. Slander separates Ben and Olivia, and Benjamin is once again cast aside, disappearing without a trace. However, Olivia, who has fallen in love with him, is haunted by regret. Fueled by her desire to find Ben and mend their relationship, Olivia sets out on a quest. The struggles of the past and hidden secrets come to light. Ben is forced back to Pineville, appointed as the primary heir of Anderson family. However, it turns out there are significant mysteries and secrets within the Anderson family that Ben has just discovered. Olivia is still searching for him, harboring a deep sense of regret. Will fate bring them together again, and what is the significant secret of the Anderson family that only Ben can unveil? "Hidden Legacy: The Fame of the Forgotten Heir" is an urban tale filled with family intrigues, unrequited love, and hidden secrets behind the wealth and power of the Anderson family. Alongside Ben, embark on a journey towards a truth that changes destinies, leading the Anderson family to where they rightfully belong.

Jason Yeager who is summoned to another world along with his classmates learned that he wields the affinity for darkness, betrayed by his lover, abused and abandoned by his classmates.He gets send to the bottom of a Dungeon where he meets Indura the Black Dragon of Darkness who took him as his son, reconstituted him into a Dragonoid and gave him the name Lucifer. Now Lucifer is on a journey to find a way back to his world, hold deep vengeance for anyone who gets in his way of doing so and along the way he meets Monster Women who becomes his wives.

The world is a place of technological advancement, but the true catalyst of that technology is hidden deep in the shadows and secret societies of civilization. Tisane was just an ordinary human whom was trying to make a living in the society. Until an incident helped to suddenly reveal the truth of what he was truly capable of. He found out that he was actually a mutant, one of the few humans that had evolved to possess and exhibit powerful supernatural abilities. With this discovery, Tisane became exposed to a hidden world that he never thought existed. A world of mutants like himself! And in this hidden world, he began to mingle and interact with other mutants, whom he challenged, fought and made friends with. He was registered into a hierarchical global system through which mutants were managed and made to grow stronger. He began to discover the true reason why mutants actually existed, and it was to protect humanity from monstrous creatures that existed in the outer realms of the earth. Creatures of extreme savagery and terrifying abilities, these monsters threatened to swallow up humanity in abominable carnage.

“In a frantic rush, Armand made his way to the parking lot, jumping into the car and speeding off. On the highway, anxiety gripped him as he glanced in the rearview mirror, spotting Carl aggressively tailing him. A sense of foreboding washed over Armand, and a realization hit him – he might not live to see the next day. In a moment of desperation, he cried out, "I pray someone avenges me and brings the Smiths down!" A deep, resonant voice echoed, "You will avenge yourself." Armand, bewildered, scanned his surroundings. "Who was that?" he asked, but before he could get an answer, Carl's car slammed into him. Armand lost control, swerving into the oncoming lane. In the blink of an eye, an incoming trailer collided with his car. On that day, the 30th of March 2024, Armand Grey died.” After years of being used, humiliated, cheated, and divorced, Armand Grey was ultimately killed by those he loved. However, the universe gave him a second chance at life. The god of time gave him a year, and Armand Grey returned with one mission in mind.

In the eerie Land of the Dead, its inhabitants fall victim to unseen horrors that lurk in the shadows. Mr. Collins is a respected doctor and teacher who takes his students on adventures deep in the forest. They didn't know that their journey would lead them into a nightmare. In an unexpected event, Mr. Collins underwent a horrific transformation and became a ruthless killer. Stranded in the forest without knowing how to return home, the students find themselves murdered with no way of escape. Every step they take is now a struggle for survival, as they must navigate the treacherous forest while evading their former mentor who had turned to a predator. But as the darkness envelops them, the question remains: will anyone make it out alive?