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On his twenty fifth birthday Theodore was publicly embarrassed. He thought his father was going to give him the company since he promised to, and he had been working hard for so many years but he was wrong. His father gave the company to his half brother instead. Surprising him and the press. And only after confronting his father did he find out he was an illegitimate child. His mother's mistake. Surprised his girlfriend who was so kind and loving had been cheating on him for nearly three years with his half brother Theodore was heartbroken. His half brother Albert kept looking for ways to make him suffer. They even sent Theodore out of the house. His stepmother Dalia who was happy Theodore was out of the game felt threatened by Theodore's half sister who wanted to make a claim to the company. She knew how strong willed Karina was, she was smart and very diligent and somehow she knew deep down that Karina might win the fight so she decided to end her. If she was dead she wouldn't be able to fight now would she? Theodore found out his birth father was the richest man in San Diego after his reputation as well as his mother's was ruined Theodore felt nothing else but rage and he wanted revenge. Especially after finding out his sister was poisoned. Accepting his father's terms he decided to get his revenge. Would Theodore be able to get his revenge or would his enemies get the upper hand?

Blurb Revenge is best served cold, but just how cold? The worst of foes come from within and Richard should have known. Richard Escrow has always seen his in-laws as his savior for taking him in after his parent's demise at a young age and letting him marry their daughter; he'd felt blessed to have such foster parents. But that was a mere facade to blind him to their vile ways. Now, his marriage is threatened and his wife is being coerced by the very family he's always known to divorce him and abort their unborn child. Finding a job has become impossible and he's taunted daily by his in-laws who keep persuading his wife to marry a wealthy man and save the family business from bankruptcy. The Devon family aren't big on love and unity as much as the next juicy business deal and investment, they see Richard as a liability and can't wait to rid of him. But fate has a few cards left and it works perfectly for Richard. Having discovered his new found inheritance and the truth behind his biological family's legacy. His eyes are open to who his in-laws truly are and how they'd trampled on him all those years to steal from him. Richardl is ready to play dirty with all the power he now wields to ensure that he keeps his wife and he destroys the people that destroyed his biological family. He has a few secrets to keep but his game is set, he knows his pawns, positions his queen and awaits the perfect time to…checkmate! Revenge is best frozen after all.

At this time Damien's phone vibrated rapidly. He took out from his pocket, this got him a snort from the lady opposite him. Looking at his phone, he saw a strange message. [Ding! System fully activated. Awarded welcome gifts, do you wish to receive it?] Damien could not help but frown as this was somewhat unusual. What welcome gift? He never applied for anything online. 'Hah! These mobile phones ads are really something.' Ding! The next moment the phone's screen flashed red, and the returned to normalcy a few seconds later. «Ding! Congratulations, you just received twenty thousand dollars.» «Ding! Congratulations, you just received ten thousand dollars.» «Ding! Congratulations, you just received ten thousand dollars.» Damien could not help but wonder; is this a program that keeps giving out fake awards? However at this time, a new message popped up, he received two text messages from his bank. "Wells Fargo Bank: Credit alert; twenty thousand dollars" "Wells Fargo Bank: Credit alert; ten thousand dollars" "Wells Fargo Bank: Credit alert; ten thousand dollars" Damien was startled. These three amounts turned out to be the exact amount this ads sent me.

Synopsis/Blurb In the fog-shrouded early 1900s, former detective Thomas Blackwood receives a distressing letter from his estranged brother, Elijah, beckoning him to the enigmatic Shadow Isle. Determined to uncover the truth behind his brother's plea, Thomas embarks on a perilous journey to the Ghostly Archipelago, accompanied by his steadfast assistant, Amelia West, and the weathered Captain Jonathan Pike. Upon their arrival, they encounter the sinister Marcus Graves, a wealthy landowner with a chilling hold over the island and its inhabitants. Despite warnings to leave, Thomas presses on, driven by a thirst for redemption and justice. As Thomas delves into the island's murky past, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies, each revelation bringing him closer to the truth—and closer to danger. Haunted by visions of his brother and tormented by the restless spirits that roam the island, Thomas races against time to unravel the mysteries of the Ghostly Archipelago. But as tensions rise and alliances are tested, Thomas realizes that nothing is as it seems on Shadow Isle. Beneath the surface of deception and darkness lies a truth more sinister than he could have ever imagined—one that threatens to consume him and all who dare to uncover it. In a pulse-pounding showdown on the windswept cliffs of Shadow Isle, Thomas must confront Marcus Graves and the malevolent forces that seek to destroy him. With the help of Amelia and his newfound allies, Thomas must face his own demons and confront the ghosts of his past if he is to survive the mysteries of the Ghostly Archipelago.

Lucas is a young man who lives in poverty. He works hard to earn a living, but his life becomes more difficult when his girlfriend, Bianca, leaves him because he cheated on her. Lucas was devastated by Bianca's betrayal. However, Lucas' life changes drastically when he learns a big secret: he is actually the son of a rich family whose inheritance rights have been disinherited. Lucas was shocked and angry. However, this truth also gives him new power to change his own destiny. With great determination, Lucas decided to fight for his legal rights as owner of LH Tower.

Although he was a rich heir, Liam Sawyer had to be sent away by his father to learn some life lessons. He lived as a common man and worked as an employee at a company where he encountered an accident and got an injury that gave him a bad scar on the face. Liam faced humiliation from his In-laws. However, only his wife stood by him even though she didn't have any feelings for him, he swore to make her the envy of everyone in the family. Once he had taken back his place as the only heir of his father's many assets, Liam set out on a revenge mission where he spared nobody who treated him badly.

Jason Ravenelli the grandson of a very wealthy man was cast out by his grandfather and Mr Marco accepted him and with gratitude decided to marry his granddaughter the princess of the Marco family but was deeply hated and disregarded by his wife and the siblings. With a target on his back from both families will he survive before the crown?

For three long years, Ethan Graves endured humiliation and hardship while silently protecting the Anderson family from unseen horrors lurking in the shadows. Bound by a promise to his dying mentor, he married Claire Anderson and shielded her family from deadly supernatural threats. Despite his sacrifices where he work tirelessly, gave up his pride, and becoming a servant in his wife's home, Ethan's efforts went unappreciated. His wife, Claire, and her family treated him with disdain, never knowing the true danger he kept at bay. But when Claire reveals her pregnancy with another man's child and hands him divorce papers, Ethan's patience runs out. No longer willing to be a silent protector, he leaves the family and let go of the dark forces he had been suppressing all these years. As the evil entities close in, the Andersons realize too late that their fate was tied to the man they scorned. But Ethan has his own path to walk. Let's walk a dark journey with Ethan that will reveal the full extent of his powers, and the hidden dangers that have been waiting for him all along.

After several years of enduring the humiliation of his in-laws, Andy McDaniel decided to stand up to his brother-in-law by punching him to the face, which led to his arrest, as they were determined to make him suffer, little did they know that he was more than they thought. With a signal phone call, he was released from prison, but on coming back to the mansion, he was served with a divorce paper, signed by his beloved wife, and his son was nowhere to be found. Join Andy McDaniel as he reveals his true identity and gets back at his enemies one after the other.

The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow In the city of Tenebrous, where magic converge, a young apprentice named Kael Darkhaven discovers he's the chosen one, destined to unravel the mysteries of the elusive shadow. The dark entity known only as Umbra or the devourer has haunted the city for years, leaving chaos and destruction in its wake. As Kael delves deeper into the mysteries of Umbra, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten his very existence. Guided by his enigmatic mentor, Caleb Thorne, Kael must navigate the treacherous world of Tenebrous, where powerful corporations and organizations wield control. With stakes escalating, Kael faces a maelstrom of forces vying for control of Umbra's power. The Archon, a mysterious figure shrouded in shadow, seems to manipulate the strings from behind the scenes, but their true intentions remain unknown. At every turn, Kael edges closer to the truth, yet the shadows deepen, and the line between reality and illusion blurs. Can he triumph over the darkness within and without, or will the shadow consume him, forever trapping Tenebrous in eternal darkness? *COPYRIGHT AND OWNERSHIP DECLARATION* I, Jollymeek Malabad, hereby declare that I am the sole owner and creator of the novel titled: *"The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow"* I attest that "The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow" is an original work, and any similarities to existing works are unintentional.