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Assigned to the U.A. military base — a fortress where recruits are shaped into soldiers — Junko’s life becomes a relentless rhythm of drills, strategy briefings, and combat training. Every move is calculated, every breath measured. Discipline is survival, and emotion is a liability she can’t afford. Junko has always followed orders. She fights, she endures, and she keeps her distance. But the battlefield isn’t only about weapons and tactics — it’s about the people who stand beside you. Through endless missions and sleepless nights, through the quiet after gunfire and the exhaustion that follows victory, she begins to see her fellow soldiers in a different light. Their loyalty, courage, and laughter start to break through the walls she’s built around her heart. As alliances deepen and the war outside mirrors the one within, Junko discovers that the hardest battle is not against an enemy — it’s against herself. She was trained to survive. Now, she’ll have to learn the most dangerous skill of all: to love.

"I love you, okay?" ... her voice broke as she stared up at Nur's face. His eyes widened, chest tightening as he stared back at her, at the magnitude of her words. Tears clung to Ayse's lashes, his wife who he supposedly contract married. From the very first day they locked eyes, he loved her but not even for a second, he would have thought she would fall for him. This was Deniz Nur Hakan--The sole heir to the multibillion-dollar company, he who built empires with his bare hands. Who had ice in his veins and ruled with an iron fist. Men trembled under his gaze; women drove to him. A man whose ears were deaf to the pleadings of many. Some called him a bastard, and for some he was just their "son" His father, Emre Yunus Hakan, handed him the keys to the Hakan estate. Well pleased and trusted that his son will continue his reign. After the funeral ceremony, his mother had come to him. Conversing to him on state matters and the "future" "How his job wasn't only proceeding his father's company but to also produce an heir" Nur stared at his mother's unreadable face; he shook his head and sternly rejected even a thought on such matters as he recalled past events. Months passed. One fateful night, he received the news. "Mr. Hakan, your mother has passed away" Nur was left heartbroken; he fled from U.K and quickly arrived at Istanbul via his private jet. The car clicked opened as he made his way in the magnificent Hakan estate. Where he would find his "relatives" people who he had lost connection to the day his parents married. They weren't well off back then yet lived happily. He paid them no mind and walked towards the center where his mom's coffin was. Clutching around the coffin, tears sprung out. His mother, the only one who he could rest his head on the shoulders, lazily talk about his day. She had left him. The funeral has ended. Meanwhile Nur sat at his study, blue eyes flickering under the warm glow. Hands stopping as he clicked at a profile. There in the screen showed the picture of a woman, she was a beauty, and he had known it. Sharing their numbers he agreed on meeting her. It was a Sunday. Nur walked around the streets of Istanbul. Phone in hand, talking to the woman on the other end. "I will see you, bye" he abruptly mumbled as he cut the Call. He then made his way in one of the shops. Just as he stepped in--Thud* oh god... a feminine voice came out as he stared at her. The woman mumbled a sorry as she quickly retreated a bouquet that laid on the ground. Her eyes then went up to him, warm, honey like orbs locking with a piercing pair of blues. They stared at each other. As Nur's eyes unraveled her, she was even prettier than the girl he was supposed to meet. I-I'm sorry... (affet beni...) she said again and slid past him. Nur snapped his head, watching her go. Then turned to the front. On the ground was embroidered purse. He then crouched down, hands grazing against it, he clutched at the purse. Inside was an ID: Ayse Yildiz there was the picture of her. Ayse Yildiz... he practiced the name as if he has an obligation to remember it for eternity. Perhaps... his lips twitched, perhaps, he will have to... remember it for eternity...

Imani’s life is stuck on repeat—grimy streets, empty fridges, a temperamental cat, and broke girl problems. A subway ride turns terrifying… until a mysterious, jet-black-eyed stranger steps in. Keith is calm, observant and definitely cute. Will her battery drain completely? or will this adventure give her the connection she needs? It's Low battery.

Artis Hart never expected to see Ethan Brewer again. On Christmas Eve in 2009, they nearly had something. But it ended before it began. Now eight years later, when an accident lands Artis in the hospital and Ethan at her bedside, old feelings resurface quickly and so do the doubts that tore them apart. He remembers the way things ended. She remembers the hurt. Neither of them is sure if the timing is finally right, or if history is about to repeat itself. Told through dual perspectives and timelines, Christmas Lights traces the fragile line between first love and second chances. Artis and Ethan must decide whether the bond they once shared can survive the truth of who they’ve become. +++ Hii, Kai here. So "Christmas Lights" is a pretty atypical book (especially on Webnovel) because each chapter only has a maximum of 100 words. But you are in for a ride because less words = more emotions pumped into them. This is a work I am very proud of and wrote during a difficult period in life. Hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it. I've been writing professionally for 10 years and now I'm on Webnovel to practice consistency. I'm not that good with writing blurbs but I can assure you that my writing is great. It'll be wonderful if you decide to give me and my books a chance. If you liked the story, consider adding the book to your library and leaving a review. You can also contact me via my socials. Instagram: @kaitsukama Twitter: @kaitsukama Reddit: @kaitsukama And if you want to support me, you can also buy me a ko-fi! You can find me @kaitsukama :) Thank you and see you again!

‎He needs a fiancée by Christmas. She needs a miracle. Christy James is losing her bakery, and her mother’s memory to debt. Damon Michaelson needs a fiancée to unlock a two-billion-dollar inheritance before his 33rd birthday on Christmas.The deal is simple: Pretend to be his. Kiss under mistletoe. Never fall in love.But Damon doesn’t play fair.He watches her like she’s already his.He touches her like the contract never existed.And when her ex crashes their holiday with old promises and new threats, Damon's obsession turns deadly.This Christmas, the only thing fake… is the ring.A dark, steamy holiday romance with fake dating, possessive billionaire vibes, and a small-town heroine who steals his heart, and his empire.New chapters weekly. Unlock the obsession ‎

Luca is a soft, 18 year old boy who has always felt the world a little too deeply. Graceful, quiet, and walking the line between softness and strength, he was raised to wear skirts and be kind, accommodating and non confrontational. But now-on his own for the first time in college-he's no longer sure who he's supposed to be, as he's bmbarded be invasive experiences. Encountering men like never before. Eyes follow him. Hands reach for him. Some admire. Some desire. Some want to devour. He's been sheltered his whole life and is unprepared for the real world, or those who seek to seize him for their own desire. Caught between curiosity and confusion, affection and obsession, Luca begins to unravel under the weight of others' attention... and his own awakening. What begins as shy glances and warm touches spirals into a psychological storm of longing, power, and surrender. How much of yourself can you give away to gain love, friendship and leverage? And will it be worth it? Maybe... This is a racy slow-burning, emotionally charged story of identity, resilience, vulnerability, and the quiet battle to find himself, and accepting his new reality.

Seo Jiah gets rejected by her crush for the sixth time — loudly, publicly, and with enough humiliation to make her soul pack its bags and leave the planet. So she swears she’s done with boys. Forever. Period. But then she fails math. And the universe decides to punish her by pairing her with her sworn rival, Yu Enhyeok — the cold, quiet, annoyingly perfect top student who looks at her like she’s a walking equation he refuses to solve. She’s trying to move on. He’s the absolute last person she wants help from. And catching feelings for him? Yeah, that’d be the dumbest move of her entire existence. Yet the more they study together, the more her stupid heart betrays her — and the more his ice-cold exterior starts cracking in ways he can’t hide. Because sometimes the person who makes you craziest… is the one you’re meant to fall for the hardest.

Isn’t she a bully? Then why is she suddenly so sweet to me? ... All my life, I’ve remembered her as my nemesis, one of my greatest fears back in high school my wicked desk mate, my evil roommate. I would shiver at the mere mention of her name, ELENA MORGAN, even while trying to keep my composure. There was something about her presence the quiet danger in her gaze, the way she carried power like a crown that always made me tremble. Seven years later, fate played its cruel trick. I met her again, Elena Morgan not as my classmate this time, but as my boss. The heiress to one of New York’s biggest empires, the Solaria Group. I had no choice but to work under her as her secretary. At first, I tried to brace my mind, believing she would still be the tough, ruthless girl I remembered. But I should’ve guarded my heart instead… Because she isn’t just powerful she’s sweet in ways that burn slowly, tenderly, until resistance feels impossible. Slowly, I begin to see the truth the reason behind her coldness in school, and how I had mistaken her quiet protection for cruelty. And now, piece by piece, she dissolves the fear I once felt… replacing it with something far more dangerous, a longing I can’t escape, and a love that I can’t resist.

Synopsis: Romance / Billionaire In the glittering world of wealth and power, love was never part of the plan. When a strong‑willed young woman from a modest background crosses paths with a cold, enigmatic billionaire, their lives collide in unexpected ways. He is powerful, guarded, and used to controlling everything around him. She is independent, principled, and unimpressed by money or status. What begins as a reluctant connection soon grows into an intense attraction neither of them can ignore. As secrets from the billionaire’s past surface and the pressures of his high‑profile lifestyle threaten to pull them apart, the couple must navigate betrayal, ambition, and emotional scars. Torn between love and pride, they are forced to decide whether true happiness is worth the risks that come with opening their hearts. Romance / Billionaire is a passionate story of love across social divides, proving that even in a world ruled by money, love remains the greatest fortune of all

Lin Qiao opened her eyes and found herself as a poor widow in a mountain village, with no parents-in-law, no husband, only a handsome brother-in-law who is about to turn evil. In order to survive, she put in all her effort, but... Having originally set her ambitions on raising a model young man, did she somehow raise him the wrong way? Young man, slow down! You're my little uncle! He... The once blackened villain has turned into a loyal little puppy of a boy.

The interview begins: "Boss Gu, what is your view on pursuing women?" "The most important thing is loyalty and protection." The man turned his head to look at the petite woman beside him, his deep-set eyes glowing with utmost affection. "He's obviously cunning and shameless, relentlessly dealing with both friends and in-laws, without any limits..." Shang Xixia's smile was brilliant, but her slightly twitching lips betrayed her silent complaints. "Boss Gu, why did you choose to inherit and manage the Gu Group?" "There are many ways to live life, I want to..." Gu Jingchen's lips curved slightly, exuding a calm elegance. "If I couldn't be at home all the time, Continuing her inner complaints, Shang Xixia glanced with great grievance at the man beside her. ... The most beautiful love is when, after growing up, you are still my beloved childhood sweetheart.

They destroyed me. Now, they'll beg me. For six years, Elena Moreira sacrificed everything for Rafael Almeida, the man she loved. She abandoned her dreams, her identity, and even her very essence to support him unconditionally. But the day before their wedding, he betrayed her in the cruelest way: he announced that he would marry Sofia, his manipulative half-sister, to "fulfill her last wish" before his supposed imminent death. As if Rafael's betrayal weren't enough, her own family threw her out of the house, taking everything that was rightfully hers. Everyone thought Elena was finished, with no way out, powerless. But they didn't know the truth. Elena had always hidden who she really was: heiress to one of the most powerful families in the country, she had given up everything for love. Now, with nothing left to lose, she accepts the help of a mysterious and seductive businessman, Enzo Navarro, who offers her a tempting deal: a marriage of convenience in exchange for her revenge. What Elena didn't expect was to discover, weeks after the breakup, that she was carrying a secret: she was pregnant with Rafael's child. When she returns a year later, transformed into a powerful, confident, and unattainable woman, with a baby in her arms and Enzo by her side, the world that scorned her begins to grovel at her feet. Rafael, consumed by regret, begs for a second chance. Sofia, desperate, reveals that she was never sick—it was all a lie to steal Elena's man. And her family, upon discovering who she really is, tries to bring her back. But Elena is no longer the naive woman they once knew. Now, surrounded by admirers from her past—including her childhood friend, Lorenzo, and the enigmatic Enzo, who may not be as indifferent as he seems—she must choose: forgive those who destroyed her or build a future where she alone controls her own story. Because from the ashes of what was, rises the woman she always should have been.

In a noisy high school classroom, love never arrives on time. Axel is always late—late to class, late to understand his feelings, and late to realize how deeply he affects the people around him. Charismatic without trying and sincere to a fault, Axel doesn’t chase love. Yet, somehow, love keeps finding him. At the center of his tangled world are four girls, each connected to him in a different way, each believing their bond with him is special. Mia, the girl whose laughter makes Axel forget everything else, represents the quiet, innocent pull of first love. Her feelings grow in silence, masked behind smiles, while jealousy slowly creeps in as she watches Axel drift closer to others. Akira, Axel’s childhood friend, knows him better than anyone—or so she thinks. Their constant arguments, shared history, and unspoken emotions blur the line between friendship and something far more dangerous. What begins as comfort slowly turns into a rivalry of the heart. Lisa, calm, observant, and sharp-tongued, enters Axel’s life when emotions are already messy. She doesn’t demand his attention; she earns it. Her presence brings clarity—and forces Axel to confront truths he keeps avoiding. Megumi, the unexpected one, appears when timing is already against everyone. Bright, honest, and disarmingly sincere, she falls without realizing that loving Axel comes with consequences no one escapes unhurt. Between laughter-filled school days, late arrivals, heated arguments, and quiet moments under fading sunlight, Axel is forced to face a painful truth: love isn’t about choosing who feels right—it’s about choosing who you’re willing to hurt the least. As emotions collide and timing fails again and again, Love Timing explores how love can be beautiful, cruel, and irreversible—especially when it arrives too early, too late, or all at once.

Elin Bluebell Chen has poured her heart into Bluebell Bakes for years. Her cozy Singapore bakery is filled with warmth, flour-dusted aprons, and the sweet scent of fresh bread. Life is simple, safe, and just the way she likes it until a tall, charming stranger wanders in. Axton Creighton is an international billionaire with a reputation for brilliance and control. He is used to commanding boardrooms but not the quiet comfort of a little bakery or the woman who makes him feel at home in a city that isn't his own. When lost streets lead him to her door, both their worlds shift. Through shared pastries, soft conversations, and unexpected laughter, they discover that love can be gentle, life can be richer than any recipe, and the smallest moments can hold the sweetest magic.

“You’re eighteen now?” he whispers, his fingers brushing her lips. “Then don’t run from me this time.” Elara thought the kiss was nothing serious, just a silly dare with a dangerously handsome stranger in a bar. One kiss. One moment. Yet neither of them could forget it. The next day, that same stranger walks into her house… His name is Anderson. Her stepbrother-to-be. Her new teacher. Her first mistake… and the one she wants to make again. He tells her to stay away. He tells her they crossed a line. He says it can never happen again. But the minute Elara turns eighteen, everything changes. His control cracks. His jealousy burns. And the boy who once told her “no”… starts kissing her like she already belongs in his bed. Dangerous. Forbidden. Addictive. Some lines aren’t meant to be crossed, but he’s ready to cross every single one for her.

Ember Ashford is broken goods in a world that worships strength. Born wolfless in a society ruled by shifters, she's spent nineteen years as her pack's punching bag—including her own father's. When he dies and her mother remarries into the legendary Crimson Moon Pack, Ember thinks her nightmare might finally end. She's wrong. Her new stepbrothers are the pack's elite: Kael, the ruthless future Alpha with eyes like winter storms; Damon, the dangerous enforcer whose cruelty is an art form; and Asher, the charming Beta whose smile hides calculated games. They're gorgeous, powerful, and united in one belief—she doesn't belong in their world. The bullying starts immediately. Cruel words. Public humiliation. "Reminders" that she's weak, worthless, wolfless. Ember takes it all silently, just like she's been trained to do. She'll survive this. She always does. But something shifts the night another pack member corners her in the training hall. Suddenly, Kael's hand is at the wolf's throat, murder in his eyes. "Touch her again, and I'll rip out your spine." When a rival Alpha shows interest in Ember at the inter-pack gathering, Damon marks her neck with a possessive bite that isn't quite a claim but definitely a warning. When boys from her college try to ask her out, Asher appears from nowhere, all dangerous charm: "Our sister has higher standards than desperate mutts." Their sister. Right. Except the way they look at her—hungry, conflicted, burning—has nothing to do with family. "We can bully her," Kael growls at a pack warrior who dared call Ember names. "But no one else touches what belongs to us." Belongs to them? Ember isn't anyone's property. But when she discovers she's not actually wolfless—she's something far more dangerous, something that was sealed away to protect her—everything changes. The brothers who tormented her suddenly have competition: powerful Alphas who want to claim the rare Omega whose bloodline could change the shifter world forever. Now Kael, Damon, and Asher face an impossible choice: let Ember go to worthy mates who could give her everything... or break every taboo to keep the girl who was never supposed to be theirs. Too bad for everyone else. These wolves don't share. And forbidden never tasted this good.

Back in high school, Leo and Daisy shared a secret love — quiet, innocent, and hidden from everyone. But one painful misunderstanding tore them apart before their story could truly begin. Five years later, fate brings them together again at a class reunion. Daisy, now a famous actress with a new name, looks nothing like the shy girl Leo once knew. He doesn’t recognize her at first, only drawn to her by a strange, familiar warmth he can’t explain. As he grows more curious, Leo begins to uncover the truth — and realizes the woman who captured his attention is the same girl who once held his heart. But between fame, hidden emotions, and the past they both buried, will love get a second chance… or fade away once more before it even begins?

Armstrong tilted his head, the smirk never leaving his lip. "you've got a sharp tongue, pearl. Ever thought of using it for something more...productive" His voice dipped lower, smooth and suggestive. He leaned in slightly, eyes gleaming with mischief as he flashed a devilish grin. "Bet you'd be good at it too". Pearl blinked. "Excuse me" *Drama. Chaos. Betrayals. And the love she never saw coming.* Pearl just wanted a peaceful university life—but with friends like Frederick, Amanda, Kelly, and Emily, peace was never an option. Between Sheila’s secrets, Jason’s confusing presence, and messy part-time jobs, things spiral fast. Then Armstrong shows up—cocky, charming, and irritatingly familiar. He reminds her too much of Bryan, the hotheaded guy she once clashed and bonded with at the factory. Except… he *is* Bryan. Rebranded, bolder, and still capable of stirring something in her chest. As truths unravel, friendships crack, and emotions boil over, Pearl must face everything she ran from—including a love that may never have ended.

He’s cold, calculating, and allergic to chaos. She is the chaos. He’s top of the class. She’s Asia’s top model. His best recipes? Pastries and precision. Hers? Tears and total disasters. He wanted peace. She brought pandemonium. But Ice is starting to realize—the hardest part isn’t keeping her out… It’s wanting her to stay. A story of late-night parfait, accidental sleepovers, oven explosions and the kind of chemistry that breaks all the rules— This isn’t love. It’s a disaster waiting to happen. Updates on Friday and Saturday!

My Gen-Z Mom is the story of a divorced mother, Mehrin, and her teenage son, Owen, who love each other but struggle to understand one another. While Owen proudly supports his father’s new life, he feels insecure and uncomfortable with his mother choosing happiness again. Influenced by fear, society, and his own emotions, he mistakes control for care. Mehrin remains silent, carrying her pain with dignity, never asking her son to choose her over his father. When she decides to remarry, the distance between them grows—until Owen is forced to confront an uncomfortable truth: his mother gave him freedom while denying herself the same. In realizing that love is not possession and respect means support, Owen matures. He learns that a mother’s happiness does not threaten a child’s place in her heart. In the end, he stands beside her with pride and acceptance and finally understands the strength of the woman he once misunderstood. My Gen-Z Mom is a quiet, powerful story about growth, healing, and redefining respect in modern motherhood.