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Aaron thought graduating top of his class would change his life. Instead, it feels like the world is against him. No one will offer him a job, and the one interview he had hoped for goes wrong after a call about his mom being rushed to the hospital. Broke, hopeless, and with loan sharks threatening his life, Aaron doesn’t know where to turn. Then a mysterious man gives him a business card with an offer that seems too good to be true. The job? A tech startup that promises fast money. The company is actually a front for illegal cybercrime, and his boss, Celeste, is way more dangerous than she looks. Celeste ropes Aaron into shady missions, promising to help him clear his debts. Things blow up when one of his assignments goes wrong, and suddenly, Aaron is being hunted by the cops and a powerful tech mogul whose secrets he accidentally exposed. When the loan sharks come after him, Aaron finds out his mom has been lying to him. The loan wasn’t just for his education, part of it was to cover her gambling debts. Even worse, the loan sharks work for the mafia, and Aaron’s mom has a dark past with them she’s been hiding for years, Aaron was just part of a deal she made to save herself. With everything falling apart, Aaron teams up with Leila, a sharp paralegal who wants to take the mafia down. But Leila’s got secrets too—her brother works for the same people hunting Aaron. Together, they’ll have to outsmart Celeste, the mafia, and everyone else trying to destroy their lives. If Aaron can pull off one last risky move, he might clear his name, take down the mafia, and finally start fresh.

🏆[No.2 "Hard to Put Down" of "The Legendary Urban Man" Contest]🏆 Anthony Star has a dark secret that no one should ever find out, especially his in-laws.Everyday he’s treated worse than an infection by those around him but thanks to his wife he manages. She is his light in this cruel world but in a single day he’s shot, beaten, arrested, almost dies then finds out that his wife is missing!To save her, he returns to his past as a big-shot in the underground crime world and takes his revenge on anyone who has ever wronged him before. Welcome back Mr. Star Dust and if that wasn’t enough, he finds out the truth of who he really is. He is….

Aiden Cox wasn't only betrayed by his girlfriend, but he was bullied and faced traumatic experiences from friends. Life was really unfair to him, his fate seems to have been wrongly chosen. Well until a twist comes. He inherits wealth from a distant relative, someone he barely knew. His girlfriend and all those who hurt him will come crawling at his feet. But will they meet vengeance or forgiveness? Only the story of the time Aiden's Heroic Comeback would explain this

Ibis is the son of the mayor of Floris. He belongs to a family of well renowned mages that have governed their town for decades. He is expected to take over his father in the future. But a bad news shock their entire family after Ibis receives a negative result from the test that determines his magic affinity. Though frustrated, Ibis continues raise look for ways but to no avail. Then one day, he receives a gift that will make him understand a little of his special case. Will that gift change Ibis life for the better or for worse?

Immersed in the cosmic tapestry of rebirth, Zephyra, our resilient protagonist, weaves through death's embrace, embracing myriad memories. Emerging in the pages of her masterful novel, she intertwines with the shattered spirit of a sleep-deprived businesswoman, haunted by both insomnia and psychological wounds. As fate unfolds, Zephyra seizes a serendipitous moment—arriving just before the Eldoria system ushers souls to an otherworldly realm, where becoming Lords is the coveted destiny. Armed with a potent system companion, she embarks on a gripping odyssey, a tale of ambition, intrigue, and ascent, determined to conquer the celestial hierarchy and etch her name atop a world where power reigns supreme.

You’ve heard of the lost city of Atlantis and black Panthers Wakanda, but what if I told you there was an alternate secret lost civilization living among us? This story follows a young girl named Arielle Scarlett. A warrior fighting for the protection of the people she lives among but will love prove to be her biggest obstacle? Or will she find that she can be empowered by it?

🏆[No.1 "Best Face-slapping" of "Leap To The Top" aka Top Book of The Contest]🏆 Killian Spencer has no choice but to accept every insult thrown at him, including divorcing his wife and being thrown out onto the streets. It was there Killian discovered he is the sole heir to a significant world corporation owned by the Spencer family. It is time for Killian to claim what is rightfully his and become the legendary conglomerate.

Reyansh Malhotra has it all - wealth, privilege, and a bright future in medicine. But on a fateful night, a blind date turns into a nightmare when a phone call shatters his world. His entire family is gone in a tragic accident, leaving him with the sole responsibility of raising his young niece, Avi. Grief-stricken and overwhelmed, Reyansh discovers a shocking truth - the Malhotra business has crumbled, taking their fortune with it. Evicted from their luxurious mansion and facing mounting medical bills, Reyansh must navigate a new reality far removed from his comfortable past. With his dreams of becoming a doctor on hold, Reyansh is forced to confront his hidden passion for music. Can he rebuild his life and find solace in the melodies he's always kept secret? Will he find love amidst the ruins, or will the weight of loss and financial despair crush him? It's not over - a story of resilience, second chances, and the unwavering power of family. It's a tale that explores loss, love, and the courage to chase your dreams, even when the odds are stacked against you.

Nathan Anakin's life is about to change for the better when he finds out that he is the last of the powerful and wealthy Anakin household. Now, he is going to use all the wealth to win his wife the position of her family's head by helping her take over her family's business, and he's going to prove to his in-laws who hates him that he is finally successful.

Surviving a murderous fire that scared his history for life, Leonardo is rescued by his former nanny, who grants him a fresh identity and shields him from his father's assailants. Fate guides him towards his true origins, entwining him with individuals in a realm where wealth and influence eclipse the pursuit of justice. Will he navigate destiny's challenges and uncover his true self, or will he fall victim to its unforgiving grasp after unraveling the secrets of his identity?