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After five years of a secret marriage, my wife, a cold and renowned chef, suddenly asked for a divorce. I smiled bitterly, left with nothing, and embarked on an extraordinary path, becoming an acclaimed automotive expert and a successful entrepreneur. Post-divorce, she regretted deeply after watching me, her former husband, dazzling and captivating countless hearts in the automotive world. She wished she hadn't acted rashly. Wanting to win me back, she even begged to visit my high-end car shop, hoping to reignite our old flame of love. "Honey, am I not captivating enough? Come back to me, please. I want to rebuild our life together." I frowned slightly, lips parting in a cold voice, "Madam, please restrain yourself. I am not your husband; so don't make such shameless claims. If you want to find fulfillment, please turn left and walk out the door to find whatever person you can." Once, you looked down on me and treated me like trash. Now, I stand at the peak of success, beyond your reach.

Human nature has always been questionable. When Winston Connel has his theory almost completely rejected, he decides he will effectively prove himself right. Working as a psychologist at Central High School, he has the perfect victims in his hands for what turns out to be a cruel and sick plan. Concerned to prove to everyone that his theory is right, he gets involved in various absurdities, from kidnapping to murder. Will he be able to prove his thesis? Or will he end up in jail with insanity?

"Step into a virtual world where everything you know is about to be disrupted. In this game, nothing is what it seems and the rules are constantly changing. Enter Nolan and Allison, a couple determined to uncover the secrets of this virtual reality. But as they delve deeper, they realize that the game is more than just a game - it's a dangerous trap that threatens to consume them both. Nolan is a skilled gamer with a passion for adventure. Together with his girlfriend Allison, they embark on a journey to unravel the mysteries of the virtual world. As they progress through the game, they discover that the stakes are higher than they ever imagined. With every level, they encounter more challenges and obstacles, and the line between reality and the game begins to blur. Will Nolan and Allison be able to uncover the truth before it's too late? Will they emerge unscathed from this virtual world that threatens to consume them? Join them on their journey as they navigate the dangers of the game and discover what lies beyond the pixels." "Nolan and Allison had just scratched the surface of the game's secrets when they found themselves in the crosshairs of unknown assailants. As they raced to uncover the truth, they realized that the game was no longer just a game. It was a dangerous, life-threatening reality that had the power to change everything they knew to be true. With time running out and danger lurking around every corner, they had to make a choice: give up and risk losing everything, or keep going and risk everything they had left."

In the desolate town of Ravenswood, journalist Lucas arrives to debunk its supernatural myths but stumbles upon a cursed history hidden in the shadows. As he digs deeper, he discovers a cycle of disappearances and dark rituals plaguing the town every decade. Guided by an unseen force, Lucas ventures into the ancient forest, revealing eerie symbols and a malevolent presence. The forgotten souls of Ravenswood, trapped between the living and the dead, implore him to unearth the truth. Haunted by memories of a forgotten past, Lucas faces a spectral figure revealing a pact made by desperate townsfolk centuries ago. To break the curse, he must confront an ancient entity lurking in the heart of the forest—a force that hungers for the suffering of Ravenswood. As Lucas navigates the ethereal landscape and confronts the colossal entity, the town's forgotten souls bear witness to a final reckoning. The malevolence that bound Ravenswood for centuries must be confronted, and Lucas holds the key to severing the town's ties to the cursed realm. In a surreal confrontation with the entity, Lucas must grapple with his own past and make a choice that will either free Ravenswood from its haunted history or condemn it to an eternity of darkness. The shadows of the forgotten demand justice, and Lucas is the reluctant harbinger of their long-awaited reckoning.

Richard Smith lived his life struggling endlessly to secure a brighter future for both himself and his wife. However, one faithful evening, upon returning home fatigued from his work, he was confronted with the heart-wrenching sight of his beloved wife being unfaithful with another man. The betrayal left Richard utterly lifeless and scattered. Just as he felt that all hope was lost, a shocking revelation changed his life. Just like that, he rises from a struggling man to a billionaire in the blink of an eye!

Professor Louis Einstein, a reknown researcher and business man was betrayed by his family in cooperation with many countries as a result of the success of a trial longevity medicine which has been proven to be able to increase live by a span of a hundred to a hundred and fifty years depending on the age, health status and constitution or body fitness of an individual. He was blackmailed and killed. He thought he had died but fate another arrangement in store for him. He woke up to another world entirely. He vowed to live for himself and dominate the world but....

Enzo dressed as a waiter got into the private party that El Macho was rumored to be in. Enzo noticed that the place was heavily guarded with at least 3 guards at each corner wielding assault rifles. "No kidding, this place is a fortress." Marco communicated with Enzo through a wireless earphones. "Is not too late to back out." Marco added. "Oh brother. We have been through worst, we will pull this off, and we will go celebrate at that coffee shop. Eh what do you say?" Enzo responded. "Alright. It's game time." Marco made his move.

Zaiden Rivers, a 19 years old inhabitant of Duskville has to find his mate before the blood moon arrives. Failure of his mission will only result in his death before he could go back to human world. What he doesn't know is, which succubus of the realm is his mate? There's probably only one way to find out; dual cultivate with every single existing woman. But things go wrong when his demonic blood activates the bloodlust, and his first sex partner dies. Later on, a female vampire named Hula appears in his bedroom claiming to be his blood bonded wife. Feed on the different vampire blood groups to swap powers. Warning: Do not drink human blood, strength level will fluctuate. [No rape, yuri, yaoi, or sharing wives]

Why can't everyone be rich and live a normal life? Where all wants can be acquired. A global question that keeps eluding most people's grasp. Unfortunately the reality is that, it is not possible because that's the circle of life. How then can you be among this elite? Where wealth keeps on calling and you answer. Keep abreast as this book (NUMEN OF WEALTH) unravels this mystery.

Arditian, who had just died, opened his eyes and woke up in the body of Myru, a noble child of the Marquess family. But being an adopted child is not that great. More importantly, the original Myru has a nasty personality that is despised by many and famous as a troublemaker. Ignoring that, Myru intends to live peacefully and enjoy the wealth belonging to his adoptive family. At least until he knew that he would soon die at the beginning of the story of the novel Journey to Defeat the Demon King, where he currently lives. Myru was the first person interacted with by the main character Colim and ended up dying tragically at the beginning of the chapter. "I just wanted to live in peace. But it seems like God hates me" This place will be wiped out at the beginning of the chapter due to the appearance of mystical creatures. Unfortunately, the hero will arrive when things are too late, and everything is burnt to the ground. There is only one year, before the mystical creature loses control and destroys his home. In that time, Myru needs to build a good relationship with the main character Colim! But... on the way, he falls to the bottom of the eternal abyss during a bandit attack. Seriously? Hey god, can you please just make my life easier for once?!