counterattack

Selene Raventhorn has spent her life being reminded of what she isn’t. Born of mixed vampire bloodlines, she doesn’t belong anywhere—not among the pureblood elites, and certainly not in a world that worships legacy and power. Blackthorn Academy is her last chance to survive, but survival means staying quiet, keeping her walls up, and trusting no one. Then everything changes. A violent attack throws her into the path of Matthew Duskbane—heir to one of the most powerful vampire houses, cold as stone, and bound by duty to a world that’s slowly unraveling. He’s everything Selene was taught to fear… and yet, somehow, she sees through the armor he wears. And he sees her. They’re nothing alike, but something unspoken begins to pull them together. It’s slow. Tentative. Unwanted, maybe—but undeniable. In stolen glances and quiet moments, a bond forms. Fragile at first, but laced with something deeper—something real. But the academy is no safe haven. Whispers of war, betrayal, and ancient secrets stir in the shadows. Selene finds herself at the center of a prophecy she never asked for, with enemies closing in and choices growing harder by the day. And through it all, there’s Matthew—haunted, infuriating, and impossible to forget. The closer they get, the more dangerous it becomes. Because falling in love in a world like this isn’t just reckless… it might be fatal. But some hearts are worth the risk.

"In the shadows of obsession and deceit, a tangled web of love, hate, and revenge awaits. When a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger sets Jayde's heart racing, she's unaware of the catastrophic consequences that will unfold. As their whirlwind romance spirals out of control, Jayde finds herself trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse. With each twist and turn, the stakes grow higher. Prison walls loom, death lurks in the darkness, and the lines between love and hate blur. Will Jayde survive the treacherous path she's on, or will she become the stranger's next victim? Dive into this heart-pounding tale of suspense, where the pursuit of truth and justice leads to a shocking revelation that will change everything. Prepare to sleep with the lights on, as the stranger in Jayde's bed threatens to destroy not only her life but her very soul."

A timid high school foster girl's world is turned upside down when she discovers a diary tucked in her locker. Unpopular in school and frequently bullied by her peers, she begins to write in the diary only to discover that maybe this wasn't an ordinary diary after all. S.Y ATSU-TETTEY

Seven years…. I have been locked away… Far from him… Will he still be the same?... Will he still love me when I look scarred and ruined?... Lu Jia, has spent seven years in captivity. She was taken away from her family and left her fiancée with their son. After escaping, she found out that her brother betrayed her and plotted against her. Now she is back with anger as deep as her scars. She will make sure to return the favor ten folds. But before that, she has to reclaim her man. Build her empire again and raise their son as her true heir.… ------------------------------------------------- Follow Lu Jia's journey as she rebuilds her life with her family and exact revenge to those that hurt her. This is story of a strong willed woman born and raised to be a leader. Her ways might be brutal and over the top sometimes, but please always note, that she is what she is, because of her experiences. I hope you will enjoy her story. -------------------------------------------------- Author's Note: Hi Everyone! This is my first novel, so please take it easy on me. I will do my best to write as much as I can? English is not my first language and grammar is not my forte, but I will study how to strengthen my vocabularies and grammar. Please be patient with me. Thank you! I hope you enjoy this novel. I will check my comments every time, so please leave your comments and support this novel by giving your reviews and your precious votes!.. ------------------------------------------------ Want to support me? I need some love @: ko-fi.com/miclyce

I woke up in a gilded cage of glass and steel called New York, a city breathing secrets and shimmering with lies. But this glittering skyline is alien, this body isn't mine, and the only thing anchoring my fractured soul is a centuries-old hatred burning for one name: **Blackwood.** My past life was stolen by their treachery, my family erased. Now, thrust into the borrowed life of a reckless socialite who dabbled in forces she couldn't comprehend, I'm left with fragmented memories, unstable, dangerous power flickering at my fingertips, and the chaotic aftermath of a ritual gone terribly wrong. Lying at the heart of that chaos? A man. Enigmatic, beautiful, and unnervingly familiar, even as every instinct screams danger. He might be the key to understanding the strange energy binding me, or just another pawn in the Blackwoods' deadly game. Worse, he carries their name, their blood. He is everything I am sworn to destroy. Yet, in the suffocating darkness of my vengeance, his presence is an unexpected gravity, pulling me towards a precipice where hatred and a terrifying, unwelcome desire collide. In a city where power hides in shadows and ancient grudges bleed into the modern world, I must navigate a treacherous path. Can I unravel the mystery of my stolen past and unleash my revenge before this new identity consumes me? Can I trust the stranger whose very existence mocks my mission, even as his gaze holds a dangerous promise? One wrong move could expose me. One moment of weakness could bind me to the enemy forever. **Is this blood bond my weapon, or my damnation?**

The Ancient Fiend Dragon Emperor, Su Han, had once governed the holy realm and held sway for a whole century as the most powerful man of the entire galaxy! However, after his death from berserk Qi deviation due to merging different cultivation levels, his men mutinied, his lover fell into a deep sleep, and his best friend became a fugitive! Now, after being reincarnated, Su Han will surely make a comeback and turn things around, killing everyone that had once betrayed him!!!

Ye Xuan, the youngest Martial God of the Heavenly Realm, was ambushed by the four major powers of the Heavenly Realm, resulting in the destruction of his golden body, leaving only a wisp of his martial spirit to escape to the mortal world, reincarnating into the body of a noble family's scion, Ye Xuan, in the Daxia Kingdom. With all sorts of martial arts and divine-level techniques in his possession, from that point on, Ye Xuan shook off his reputation as a waste and defied destiny. Rising step by step from the bottom, he sought revenge for his father, pursued dominance over the mythical lands, traveled the spirit martial world, and returned to the pinnacle of being a Martial God, aiming for the supreme position. Treasure, beauties? Nothing poses a problem! Geniuses, monsters? They all bow at my feet! The peak of martial arts, defying the heavens, stepping on the Heavenly Realm, becoming the supreme!

In this world, there exists a throne so exalted, it reigns supreme, governing the fate of all. All the realms of heaven and every race, with countless beings, bow down in submission. Heroes of great worlds vie in a tumultuous struggle, each competing for this highest throne, battling to become the strongest emperor. An unrivaled human prodigy, Ye Chen, succumbs to the most fearsome catastrophe in history only to be reborn. With the memories of his past life, he recommences his cultivation, striving to become an eternal and supreme emperor. Witness the path of rebirth against all odds of a supreme sovereign!!!

Abigail Green, a genius doctor, unexpectedly succumbed to a sudden death due to overwork in the operating room. However, an astonishing twist of fate awaited her as she was reborn! She found herself reincarnated in a hospital ward all too familiar to her, but this time, in the body of a 200-pound expectant mother. A mother who endured the excruciating pain of a cesarean section without anesthesia until her last breath. How could Abigail possibly endure such a situation? Thus, she embarked on a journey of vengeance, weight loss, and, intriguingly, vying for the heart of the man desired by a spiteful woman. Mini Scene: "Have you caught wind of it? Brandon Piers, the powerful CEO, is about to get married due to an out-of-wedlock child!" "Who's the lucky woman?" "That hefty lass from the Green family who's weighing a staggering 200 pounds!" "Has Mr. Piers lost his marbles?" "Are rich young masters into fat girls these days?" Abigail Green asked the man beside her."Do you find me fat?" Brandon Piers replied with a smirk, "Not at all. You are just perfect."

In a remote jungle nestled between Chu City and Whitewater City within the Da Xuan Country, a thin and frail figure was leaning against a thick tree trunk. Both of his legs were spread apart in a relaxed manner. This figure belonged to a thirteen or fourteen-year-old teenager. Aside from his unusually pale face, the boy had fairly common facial features. His clothes were loose-fitting and a bright shining steel sword was carelessly thrown by his side.

She was the perfect daughter, shaping herself into whatever they wanted her to be. A flawless doll. A beautiful mask. She learned every smile, every move, playing her part without a single mistake, because this part of her life wasn’t hers... it was theirs. But not forever. One day, she would break free. No one would control her future or tell her who to become. She would be the one writing her own story. Yet, just as her plans were finally falling into place, everything started to crumble. One problem after another, surprises she never saw coming, and people who kept showing up in her life, no matter how many times she tried to push them away. Her life had always been hard, but these sudden changes pulled her into a storm she never asked for, making her question the very path she thought she was set on. Like a caterpillar fighting to build its cocoon, she is struggling to change. But deep down, she knows that once she breaks free, she will be a butterfly, ready to rise and fly higher than ever before. … “Let me tell you now, your kindness? I don’t need it. What you offer? I don’t want it. And a piece of advice, be careful with your kindness. It might bring pain to those you wish to protect, rather than support.” She turned her back, leaving him standing there, watching her retreat into the distance. … "Because I was like her once—filled with guilt. Those were the words I needed to hear, the ones I gave up hoping for long ago." He looked at her, his gaze softening with sympathy. “And you don’t seem like someone who’s ready to free herself from that guilt.” “Someday, maybe. But not yet. Not just yet.” “When that time comes,” he asked gently. “Will you tell me first?” She paused, meeting his eyes before a faint smile touched her lips. “I suppose I can do that much.” … “Whatever I’ve been through, no matter how difficult, I’m proud of it. I’ll never feel ashamed of the things I’ve done to reach this point.” She cupped his cheek, her touch gentle but firm. “So don’t feel bad for me. Be proud of me. While you weren’t there, you were always on my mind. You gave me the strength to keep going. Remember that.” He leaned into her hand, his voice quiet. “Then tell me… tell me everything you’ve experienced.” Currently 7 chapters a week... Another 2 for every 100 power stones mark... DO ADD "Llaellen's Updates" BOOK IN YOUR LIBRARY TO GET THE LATEST UPDATES ABOUT MY PLANS FROM HERE ON OUT Do read my other stories: SHE'S THAT KNIGHT KNOWN AS ZERO (COMPLETED) VENGEANCE TO THE ROYAL ONES (COMPLETED) COMING FOR THE LAST FOURTEENTH (COMPLETED) RESTARTING CHAPTER BOOK FINALE (COMPLETED) VERACITY OF THE PAST (COMPLETED) REBIRTH: STUBBORNLY FUFILLING A PROMISE (COMPLETED) LLAELLEN'S UPDATES (NEVER ENDING)

Dying in regret, he was reborn back to the time where it all began. While trying to make it right, the mysteries are revealed one after the other. But in the course of fixing things, certain issues are not always straight forward. Especially when it concerns matters of the heart. After making new friends and having a good lover, he gets closer and closer to finding to truth. Only to learn that the reason why his family was destroyed in his previous life was all because of a jealous woman??? ************************************* This is a bl novel. Bl means boy love. The protagonists are two men engaged in a romantic relationship. (Just ftr) .......................................................... This very lovely cover image is from Pinterest. I don't know if I've mentioned it before. It doesn't belong to me. It's the closest thing I could find to the image of mc and ml I had in mind so creds to the original owner.

The Kingdom of Evernight lies on the brink of ruin. The Hollow King’s armies march forward, leaving destruction in their wake, and the last remnants of resistance prepare for a war they cannot win. Amidst the chaos, Caius, a boy born with the power to control time, struggles with a terrifying truth—his abilities are failing. Worse still, something beyond the Hollow King is watching him. The Veil, an ancient force that exists beyond time itself, has taken notice. As Evernight’s final battle approaches, Caius and his allies must uncover the secrets of the Veil before it consumes him completely. But with time slipping through his fingers and fate closing in, he is left with one impossible question: If time is no longer his to wield… how can he change the future?

Ten years of marriage. Known since childhood. Yet, he felt he had never known her. What he saw was a loving and gentle wife. But what he heard about her from others had always been different. One said she married him for his money. One said she seduced a Prince behind his back. One said she spiked her sister and sent her to a man’s bed. One said she tortured the servants behind his back. One said… He had heard many such things but never believed anyone. Until one day, he saw how she scolded his brother, slapped his sister-in-law in the face, and pushed his nephew into the pool. He couldn’t take it anymore and asked for a divorce but she rejected to his face. Then he heard the news that she obtained the shares of their company and was about to overturn his brother’s position. “How did she turn into a scheming wife?” he asked, not really expecting any answers. But he got a chance. He woke up to the day he got married. He thought it was his chance to get rid of the woman from his life. He would save his brother and his family from his ‘wife’. He will get a divorce from her. But… Why couldn’t he get rid of this wife at all? Had she been so scheming all her life? Clearly not. In this life, he started seeing her life the way he had not seen before. From her perspective, she had shed tears without him knowing. He realized that he had been a bad husband all along. Suddenly his life changed from trying to divorce her to changing her ‘fate’. Who would win in this battle? Her fate of becoming a scheming woman? Or his determination and … love? #WSA2025 #Mindreading

--- Ariana was rooted to the floor outside of Anthony’s door her heart raced in her chest, like something was preparing to break apart her ribs. She had not wanted to come to a halt, much less listen in on the conversation that was unfolding before her. But the sound of laughter that came from Rachel was not new to her ears which suddenly had her face the direction of the voice like a pupet. “…you’re so bad, Anthony,” Rachel whispered sexily. “I never lie to you,” Anthony countered sullenly then suddenly grew smarmy, “I’m only bad with you.” Reaching out Ariana braced her back against the wall and her mind whirled round with confusion. Glancing around the corner she stopped breathing as she saw them. Rachel resting on Anthony laps, having her hand resting on Anthony’s arm. He leered at her, and from even his bearing suggest that he wanted something more than friendship from her. “She has not realized it yet?” Rachel asked me in low tones as if Shareen was a hopeless case. Anthony chuckled. “He realized Ariana was smart, as well as trusting in his team. That’s her weakness.” Such words are a shock for Ariana as if someone slapped her. [His fists clenched.]His hands shook, and for a moment she considered; she felt that nausea could overcome herself. Trust. That was what she had delivered to them – what she considered they deserved. And now? Now they were laughing about it, about her . She wanted to rush into the room and meet them eye to eye, look them into the eyes and scold them for every single angry word that rises within her chest. But she didn’t move. Not yet. She held a strap of her bag so tightly her hands became gloved. Indeed, she retreated sensibly, her breathing becoming light. It was not so strange they did not notice her go ; of course they did not. Why would they, if they reckoned she did not know any better? And when she came to the door of the house, shutting herself out on the cold evening, when the wind caressed her cheek like a slate, then in her soul something leaped. The heartbreak was still there, but it was buried beneath a wave of something new,rage. But she paused and with her head held high she walked away leaving her legs give away from her. The frosty night’s darkness embraced her when she tripped outside, onto the campus and grass., but the freezing air was no match for the icy sensation in her chest. She began to ponder vigorously various questions, accusations and processes of retaliation in her mind. But she didn’t see the car. This blaring of the horn was too late. There was the pathetic squealing of brakes and a moment of unbearable agony that filled her from head to toe. The world staggered, and the last thing Ariana could make out before everything went black was the night sky above her. Everything went black. ---

Spaceships. Orbital stations. Virtual worlds. Incomprehensible aliens. A pan-galactic society where humanity is a minority. Humanoid robots. Artificial intelligences. Journeys beyond the universe. Time travel. Psi powers. Space battles. Distant gods. Video games. Servers where one can live their afterlife. Utopian societies. The Blind Gods have all this and more.

The pain from the gunshot was nothing compared to the pain she felt in her heart as she realized she would be losing not only her life but also her unborn baby. With eyes that beheld great resentment, she looked at the man, the father of the child and her cousin's arms in arms. "Why?" There was nothing else to say. Eyes conveyed everything that was needed to be said, She didn't deserve such an end. He knew this. But the man had an impassive look. As if years of their time spent together meant nothing to him. Years of her showing him with affection meant nothing to him. Just one world "Fate" ... As she opened her eyes, she found herself the very night this tragedy started. The day she got married to David. The face was the same, the reception was the same, and the room was the same. But the soul was not the naive inexperienced stay-at-home wife. But a betrayed woman who burnt in the flame of vengeance.

Yu Lingshe had just finished reading a ridiculous novel and was utterly frustrated. How could a protagonist be so hypocritical? Annoyed, she went to sleep, never expecting to wake up in another world—inside the very novel she had been complaining about! Even worse, she was now the third female lead, Yu Lingshe, the only character she had found interesting. As the third-ranked female lead, her sole purpose was to irritate both the readers and the main couple, enduring endless setbacks to push them closer together. Despite not being despicable at all, she was ultimately betrayed by the second male lead—the man she loved—and met a tragic end. But now, she found herself years before the novel's events, still in the lower world where cultivation had regressed to mere martial arts. With memories of her past life and a new determination, she refused to follow the script. This time, she would change her fate and fight back against the female lead!

Ella always believed she was living a blissful life with a loving father, stepmother, and a doting husband. Even her half-sister seemed to treat her with kindness. But it was all an illusion. They were all after the vast inheritance Ella was set to receive from her grandmother! The so-called family affection and love were fake. Her stepsister and husband had been secretly together for a long time, plotting to seize Ella's fortune. On her birthday, they poisoned Ella’s drink and pushed her into the ocean. Ella has been reborn! Given a second chance at life, she won't fall into their tender traps again. Instead, she will rise and fight back, reclaiming everything that rightfully belongs to her! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello everyone, this is my new book. Feel free to check it out: Married First, Loved Later: A Flash Marriage with My Ex’s "Uncle." : At her wedding banquet, a man claiming to be Selina's lover stormed in, brandishing so-called intimate photos and causing chaos. Selina immediately saw through this as a scheme orchestrated by her half-sister, Natalia. However, Selina's fiancé, Ryan, not only refused to believe her but also went out of his way to defend Natalia. It turned out that Ryan and Natalia had already developed feelings for each other in secret. Everyone—Selina's father, stepmother, and Ryan's parents—knew about their affair, except for Selina, who was left in the dark. Taking advantage of the situation, Selina's father suggested swapping brides, proposing that Natalia replace Selina and complete the wedding. Ryan's family not only didn’t object but wholeheartedly supported the idea. That was the moment Selina finally realized the cruel truth: her family and Ryan's family were nothing but wolves in sheep’s clothing! "Cancel the engagement? Fine. But let it be clear—I’m the one rejecting you, you two-timing, spineless excuse for a man!" Selina declared with unshakable confidence. Her gaze then swept across the room, landing on an elegant and distinguished man. She vaguely remembered him as Ryan’s younger uncle. Walking over, she boldly asked, "Sir, how about getting married?" The man raised an eyebrow, finding her audacity intriguing. "It would be my honor, madam," he replied.

Zi Yan, the cherished daughter of Jie Yan and Wei Ling-heirs to two of China's wealthiest families-lived a life of love and luxury, adored by her two elder brothers. But at just five years old, a tragic accident separated her from her family during a trip, leaving her lost and alone. When she woke up, she had no memory of her past-only her name remained. Adopted by Wang Yun, the second son of a middle-class family, Zi Yan believed she had found a new home. But his wife and daughter, Wang Yin, saw her as nothing more than an unwanted outsider. They bullied and mistreated her at every turn, yet Zi Yan endured, growing into a strong and determined young woman. Rising through the entertainment industry as a promising model and actress, she finally thought she had found happiness when she became engaged to Guo Bao, the heir of the Guo family-richer than the Wangs but still far from the elite circles of power. Little did she know that betrayal lurked close. Her stepsister, Wang Yin, was having an affair with Guo Bao, and together, they plotted against her. At a glamorous gala, they spiked her drink with an aphrodisiac, intending to ruin her reputation with a scandal involving a shady manager. But fate intervened-Zi Yan unknowingly entered the wrong room, stumbling into the world of Lu Yichen, the ruthless and powerful CEO of the Lu Group, heir to one of the richest families in China. That night changed everything. From the shadows, Lu Yichen became her silent protector, helping her navigate the treacherous entertainment industry and shielding her from those who wished to destroy her. As she fought for her place at the top, flashes of her lost past began haunting her dreams-memories of a family she couldn't quite recall, of warmth and love that once surrounded her. With the truth buried deep and powerful enemies standing in her way, will Zi Yan reclaim her true identity? And as her bond with Lu Yichen deepens, will love be her salvation or another dangerous game?