A smile that hides the knife

Her empire collapsed overnight. Her fiancé betrayed her. And now, CEO Anozie Olaedo has nothing left, except a deal with the ruthless tycoon. Arinze Chibuzor. Cold. Powerful. Untouchable. He offers her one thing: marriage. No love. No intimacy. Just business. But sparks don’t follow rules. And when his icy mask begins to crack, Olaedo finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of passion, pride, and secrets. Just as she begins to trust him, their pasts comes back to life. People they thought dead. Truths that could shatter everything. A destiny she never asked for. Now, Olaedo must choose: protect her heart, or risk everything for a man who was never supposed to matter. When the past collides with the present… will their fragile contract survive, or will it burn to ashes?

Fifteen years. That’s how long Dex Williams survived in the world’s most brutal high-security prison, a place where hope goes to die and only the ruthless prevail. He thought his story ended with a cold blade between his ribs during a prison riot. He was wrong. Dex wakes up not in hell, but in a world of sprawling magic and soaring dragons, inhabiting the body of a young noble who has just been assassinated. But this isn't just any world, it’s the setting of a fantasy novel he once read to kill time in his prison cell. Now, Dex is no longer a scarred convict; he is a noble in a powerful family. There’s just one problem: in the original story, the character he now inhabits was a minor "extra" destined to be murdered in the first arc. And so, Dex Williams begins his journey within the Falus Forest, one of the most dangerous and bloodiest places in this world. Armed only with his sharp intelligence and his prior knowledge of this world’s secrets and his experience of living inside the world's most dangerous prison for fifteen years. "I am also publishing this story on Royal Road under the name: Just_mE10

A new era begins in the Marvel Universe. Heroes rise. Villains scheme. Gods descend. But none of them know… This world has a Player. Name: Locke. Profession: Player. Authority: The One and Only. Divinity, godhood — all available for purchase. In a universe of mutants, sorcerers, aliens, and gods… Locke plays by different rules. Because for him— Everything has a price. And everything can be exchanged.

Almond Crowshade was the last surviving human in a dying world whose people failed to conquer the Grand Abyss Labyrinth's 30th floor in time. The world was getting destroyed, and Almond was the last one challenging the 30th Floor multiple times despite the imminent destruction of the planet. He ultimately defeated the Floor Boss on his dying breath by achieving a true awakening, acquiring an X-rank Trait that signified limitless potential. Alas, he won but there was no home or future for what he fought. But a mysterious figure arrived there, feeling pity and amusement. "This is too precious and fun of a toy to let it rot here. You shall reincarnate and climb up to make things interesting." [Transfer to another world commencing…] [Your memories will be sealed, and you will reincarnate in another world that has welcomed Grimworld’s tutorial like this one. Clearing each floor of the Grand Abyss Labyrinth will unlock a portion of your memories, until the 10th Floor, upon which you will gain your full memories.] ‘I’m giving you a second chance. This time, you must clear the Grimworld’s tutorial and step onto the big game to make things interesting and entertaining.’ [Good luck.] Discord: -- https://discord.gg/MSM9Gp3Jxz

Superheroes may be fictional, but the powers I’ve gained are all too real! Fang Yuan now controls the mighty Vought Company, and the more famous the heroes he signs, the more abilities he unlocks. At Level Three, he gains every skill a hero possesses. At Level Four, he awakens a unique aura that reshapes the battlefield itself. Thus begins the rise of the most shameless—and most brilliant—master of superhero packaging the world has ever seen. Fang Yuan pushes the “Vought spirit” to new heights: hype, spectacle, and ruthless manipulation behind the scenes. Who says the Joker and Homelander can’t be superheroes? Who cares about truth, when every lie earns Fang Yuan, the great Father of Vought, more power? Titles fall into his lap one after another: Mutant Leader. Father of the Avengers. Strongest Superhero. World Manipulator. (And, of course, the… Collector of Heroines—but let’s cross that one out.) And when someone dares to stop him? When they say he can’t open his company? Fang Yuan just smiles and gestures toward his “employees”: Phoenix, Superman, Lucifer… each armed not only with unimaginable powers, but also a touch of martial arts. It all began the night Professor X and Magneto cornered him at the door of Mystique’s room… and from there, destiny took a very different turn. You will get 90 chapter ahead for this fanfiction. patreon.com /AZofficial

Re: Origin Zero - The Fool Who Imprisoned Fate. At twenty-four, Zekai Krystan believes life is nothing more than an illusion people choose to believe. That changes the moment he inherits The Fool Arcana. As impossible crimes spread across the city, Zekai is dragged into a hidden war between humanity and forces beyond reality. Every mystery he solves reveals another truth that should never have existed, while an ancient power within him begins to awaken. Some seek justice. Some seek power. But the Fool seeks something far more dangerous. Because this isn't the story of a chosen hero. It's the story of the one who should never have entered the game. 22.

Unoma was born into the happy family of Mr and Mrs Okehi. Unfortunately she was only eight years old when her parents died. As an orphan, she was sent to live with her Aunt Ijeoma in Enugu. Her life in Enugu was miserable as she was made to do household chores without rest as well as hawk wares in the streets. Her aunt flogged her mercilessly whenever she felt Unoma did not bring in enough money. Unoma prayer to God for deliverance which can in a strange way. One day as she was hawking a vehicle knocked her down. From then on, her life changed. Her plight attracted the attention of a non-governmental organization that sponsored her education. She became a doctor and later got happily married. Pupils will enjoy reading how the fortunes of UNOMA THE ORPHAN changed from bad to good.

Once, in a world ruled by countless powerful spells, a great explosion shattered the balance. From that explosion, a black mist spread across the lands. To survive, humans sealed the mist’s mysterious power into masks through ancient magic. These masks became weapons — each holding a unique ability, each a key to unimaginable strength.

[Do you want to defeat that terrifying Dark Lord?] "Are you referring to that British country bumpkin, noseless Tom?" [Then go to school!] "...Just what are you rambling about on your own?" [There are countless Delicious Maidens there!] "Wait a minute? Delicious?! Are you sure this is a magic channel and not some Hannibal's Daily Gourmet Guide?" [Go conquer their bodies, acquire their talents, make them your servants...] "You jumped straight from Hannibal to an adult channel! I'm still a minor, hey!" [Go become the new Dark Lord!] "Hm? This System is broken!"

In the magical year of 2003, a brand-new era quietly arrived. Beckham left for Spain, and a young Portuguese named Cristiano Ronaldo joined Manchester United. Ambitious Wenger led his Arsenal squad into an undefeated season. Over Stamford Bridge, Russian money rained down without restraint, aiming to scoop up all the world's footballing talent. At the North Gate of Hyde Park in central London, Yang Cheng, freshly graduated from university, inherited a nearly bankrupt football club and a piece of prime real estate that made everyone drool with envy. “I’m absolutely the most pathetic transmigrator in history!” “But I will lead my team to conquer the Premier League, Europe, and the world—until all the football giants tremble beneath our feet!” Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Canserbero10