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The Dark Monarch has returned to the city. He took on the role of an ordinary clerk, only to inadvertently discover the secret of his beautiful female boss…

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1009 Chapters

Ascension of a Gamma

(Completed)I always knew who I was born to be, but the Goddess had other plans. She deprived me of the one thing I needed to fulfill my duty. I disappointed my pack, I lost the ones I loved, and my purpose was losing its worth.I persevered for years, waiting for the day I could leave my pack. But my plans were thwarted yet again when She fated me as mate to an infamous Alpha. It would’ve been alright had I not known about his dirty little secret.Lost and confused, who would’ve known that I would one day stumble upon something that would undo everything I knew about the past. And because of it, I’d find myself asking about my real identity and destiny.I’m Anna Bella Fiora, future Head Gamma of the White Lake Pack. Well, at least I thought I was.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*This contains both parts:Part I: Broken Hearts and Fragile SoulsPart II: Cures and Soulmates---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WARNING: CONTAINS MATURE THEMESINTENDED AUDIENCE: MATURE ADULT (18+)(Locked on 12/04/2020)Book Cover Designed By Saii Designs

8.9

84 Chapters

Alpha's Regret: Chasing My Rejected Luna

Felicity Amee Taylor loved Massimo De Luca, the future Alpha of the Crescent Moon Pack, from the moment she didn't even know the meaning of love. So, when he asked her to marry him, She didn’t think twice before saying yes. Only to realize that Massimo wanted just a perfect Luna for his pack, nothing more than that. She did what Massimo expected of her in the hope of him falling in love with her someday. But her hope was shattered like pieces of glass when Massimo found his fated mate. "Thank you for being an amazing Luna, Amee, and handling my pack. Now, it's time to step down from your position and also to reject each other." Soon, Massimo realized the value of Felicity only after losing it. Before he could undo the mistake that he had made, she disappeared from his life like thin air. * Years later, their paths accidentally crossed. "Please give me a chance, Amee." "Why? So that you can toss me again by saying ‘Thank you." She asked coldly.

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169 Chapters

Memories undone

16 year old Bella is the sole heiress to the empire her grandfather build from the ground up. She was destined to marry a wealthy man off the the list of qualifying candidates her grandfather gave her parents and in return she would inherit his company and billions. She was meant to be an obedient wife, who’s only duty was to live a lavish life style, while her husband ran the company and took care of all her needs. Her grandfathers dying wish was for Bella to never have to worry and for her not to make the same mistakes as her mother. Going against her grandfathers wishes, Bella’s mother did the opposite of what was asked of her. She raised Bella to be independent and to not rely on a man. In secret she taught Bella how to run the business and in front of her husband she taught Bella how to be the perfect wife. For years Bella was groomed by her mother to marry a candidate at the bottom of the list who would allow her to run the company under his name. For years she pretended in front of her father and during parties. For years she kept the secret that could destroy everything they worked so hard for. For years everything seemed like it would work out until it finally didn’t. With one slip of her tongue Bella’s mother disappeared along with Bella’s memories. Will Bella be able to gain her memories back or will she be destined to be the perfect wife that everyone expects her to be? Only time will tell and it seems like Bella doesn’t have much time at all.

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162 Chapters

A Man's Undoing

𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲. Charlotte Richards, was a 19-years-old shy girl, who in her eyes could do nothing wrong that is until she starts a forbidden relationship with one of her mother's employer.

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16 Chapters

The Billionaire's Undoing

Lucas Benjamin is used to objectification. He knows the women only come to him for his money. He is kind of used to it. So when his aunt reintroduces him to a childhood friend, he's kind of relieved to finally meet someone outside his normal Gatsby lifestyle. But something is different with her. She doesn't seem to give a shit about his wealth. Suddenly, he finds himself drawn to this silent girl with a bad attitude. What happens when he discovers that money cannot buy the thing he wants this time? Charlotte is not exactly looking for love. She especially isn't attracted to the rich and famous, flaunting their wealth and throwing wild parties around. But when she is reintroduced to her old childhood friend Lucas, her whole world is turned upside down. Will she finally let her past go, and open herself up to new beginnings?

115 Chapters

How To Undo And Redo Changes In Vim Efficiently?

4 answers2025-05-30 08:38:45

As someone who spends a lot of time coding, mastering Vim's undo and redo functionality has been a game-changer for my workflow. The basic undo command is 'u', which reverts the last change, and 'Ctrl + r' redoes the change you just undid. But Vim's undo system is way more powerful than that—it's tree-structured, meaning you can branch your undo history. If you want to see all possible undo branches, ':undolist' gives you a breakdown.

One of my favorite tricks is using 'g+' and 'g-' to move through time-based undo states instead of change-based ones. This is super handy when you've made a lot of small edits and want to revert to a specific point in time. For more granular control, ':earlier' and ':later' let you jump by seconds, minutes, or even file saves. I also recommend remapping undo/redo keys if the defaults feel awkward—I use ',u' for undo and ',r' for redo in my .vimrc.

What'S The Difference Between Vim Undo/Redo And Other Editors?

4 answers2025-05-30 06:22:54

As someone who's spent years hopping between text editors, I've developed a love-hate relationship with Vim's undo/redo system. Unlike most editors that treat undo as a linear sequence, Vim branches your undo history every time you make a change after an undo. This means you can explore alternative editing paths like a choose-your-own-adventure book.

For example, if you undo five changes, then make a new edit, most editors would delete all redos after that point. But Vim preserves both paths - the original edits and the new branch you created. It's like having multiple timelines in a sci-fi show. The 'g-' and 'g+' commands let you navigate these branches like a time traveler. While this complexity can be overwhelming at first, it becomes incredibly powerful once mastered.

How Does Vim Undo/Redo Work In Different Modes?

4 answers2025-05-30 05:01:58

I've been using Vim for years, and its undo/redo system is one of the most powerful yet nuanced features. In normal mode, 'u' undoes the last change, and 'Ctrl + r' redoes it. What makes Vim special is its undo tree—each branch represents a different edit path, allowing you to backtrack through multiple changes with ':undo' and ':redo' commands. Insert mode doesn’t directly support undo/redo; you have to exit to normal mode first.

Visual and command-line modes behave similarly—changes are only undoable in normal mode. The ':earlier' and ':later' commands let you jump through time based on minutes, changes, or saves. For heavy edits, this granular control is a lifesaver. If you mess up, 'U' in normal mode reverts the entire last change on a line, but it’s a one-shot deal—no redo for 'U'. Learning these quirks turns Vim into a time machine for your text.

Can You Customize Vim Undo/Redo Key Bindings?

4 answers2025-05-30 05:25:14

As someone who has spent years tweaking my development environment, I can confidently say that customizing Vim's undo/redo key bindings is not only possible but also one of the most satisfying personalizations you can make. Vim's flexibility with key mappings allows you to rebind 'u' for undo and 'Ctrl + r' for redo to whatever feels more intuitive for your workflow. For example, I personally prefer using 'Ctrl + z' for undo and 'Ctrl + y' for redo, as these shortcuts are more familiar from other text editors. To do this, you can add the following to your .vimrc file:

nnoremap u
nnoremap

This setup makes transitioning between different editors smoother. Additionally, you can create more complex mappings, like combining undo/redo with other commands or even creating a custom undo tree visualization. The depth of customization in Vim is one of the reasons it remains a favorite among developers who love control over their tools.

What Are The Best Shortcuts For Vim Undo/Redo Operations?

4 answers2025-05-30 12:38:38

As someone who spends a lot of time coding, I've found Vim's undo and redo operations to be incredibly powerful once you get the hang of them. The basic command for undo is 'u', which reverts the last change. For redo, 'Ctrl + r' is the go-to shortcut. But Vim's undo tree is where things get really interesting. Unlike other editors, Vim allows you to traverse multiple branches of changes with commands like ':undolist' and ':undo N' (where N is a change number).

Another game-changer is 'g-', which moves backward through time in the undo tree, and 'g+', which moves forward. For more granular control, ':earlier 5m' undoes changes made in the last 5 minutes, and ':later' does the opposite. These commands are perfect for when you need to revert to a specific point in your editing session without losing all subsequent changes.

Why Does Vim Undo/Redo Sometimes Not Work As Expected?

4 answers2025-05-30 12:03:33

As someone who spends countless hours coding and tweaking configurations in Vim, I’ve encountered my fair share of undo/redo quirks. One common issue is the way Vim handles undo branches. Unlike some editors, Vim doesn’t just linearly undo actions; it creates branches whenever you make changes after an undo. This means if you undo, change something, and then try to redo, you might not get back to where you expected because Vim sees it as a new branch.

Another culprit is the 'undolevels' setting. If it’s too low, Vim might discard older changes, making it impossible to undo past a certain point. Also, plugins or custom mappings can interfere with undo/redo behavior. For instance, some plugins overwrite the undo tree or remap 'u' and 'Ctrl+r' to their own functions. Always check your plugins and mappings if undo/redo feels off.

Is There A Way To Redo After Quitting Vim?

4 answers2025-05-30 01:00:31

As someone who spends hours coding in Vim, I’ve had my fair share of "oh no" moments after quitting accidentally. The good news is, Vim keeps a backup of your unsaved changes in a swap file. To recover, reopen the file and Vim will usually prompt you to recover the swap file. If not, you can manually check for swap files using ':recover' or ':swapname'. If you saved before quitting but want to undo changes, ':earlier' lets you time-travel through your edits. For more advanced recovery, plugins like 'undotree' or persistent undo (enabled with 'set undofile') can save your bacon.

Another trick is using ':q!' to force quit without saving, then reopening the file and using ':e!' to revert to the last saved version. If you’re a terminal multitasker, tools like 'tmux' or 'screen' can keep sessions alive even if Vim closes. Remember, ':w' frequently is your best friend!

Can You Undo Multiple Changes At Once In Vim?

4 answers2025-05-30 11:45:26

As someone who spends hours coding every day, I rely heavily on Vim's undo capabilities. The beauty of Vim is that you can undo multiple changes in sequence by pressing 'u' repeatedly, but there's a smarter way. If you want to undo all changes made since opening the file, you can use ':earlier 1f' which reverts to the state at file open.

For more granular control, Vim's undo tree is a game-changer. By using ':undolist', you can see all undo branches, and ':undo 5' will revert to the 5th change in the list. This feature saved me countless times when experimenting with code structures. I also recommend plugins like 'gundo.vim' for visual undo tree navigation, making it easier to jump between different states of your file.

How To Undo A Delete Operation In Vim?

4 answers2025-05-30 03:56:59

As someone who spends hours daily in Vim, recovering from accidental deletions is second nature. If you just deleted something, pressing 'u' will undo the last change. Vim keeps a full history of changes, so you can keep pressing 'u' to go further back.

For more complex cases, Vim's undo branches are lifesavers. After undoing with 'u', if you make new changes, Vim creates an alternate timeline. Use ':undolist' to view branches and ':undo N' to jump to a specific change. I always recommend ':w' frequently so your undo history persists between sessions.

The '.~' swap files are another safety net. If Vim crashes, reopen the file and it will prompt to recover. For permanent deletions, I keep backups using version control like Git. Learning ':help undo' deeply transformed how I use Vim - it's not just about fixing mistakes but navigating edit histories.

How To Undo Changes In Vim Without Losing Your Place?

4 answers2025-05-30 07:24:36

As someone who spends hours coding in Vim, I know how frustrating it can be to accidentally make changes and lose your cursor position. The best way to undo changes without losing your place is by using the 'u' command—this undoes the last edit while keeping your cursor where it is. If you need to redo, just hit 'Ctrl + r'.

For more granular control, Vim keeps track of changes in a tree structure. You can use ':undolist' to see your undo history and ':undo N' to jump to a specific change. Another handy trick is using marks—set a mark with 'm' followed by a letter (like 'ma') and return to it later with '`a'. This way, even if you undo multiple times, you can quickly snap back to your original position.

Lastly, if you’ve made a series of changes and want to revert a block without moving, visual mode ('v') lets you select text and undo only that portion with 'u'. This is a lifesaver when working with large files.