Dig Deeper

"I love fantasies. Impossible, only imaginable fantasies. The ones that would take me beyond and beyond my monotonous life. To other worlds. But this, isn't going to end well," I was saying to myself while lying down with closed eyes and recurring thoughts, starring at the bluest skies and the brightest stars. This city leaves me gawking at its beauty and at the same time allures me to its darkest mysteries. As I was running to find the only thing that could push me out of this fantastical realm, the clustered thoughts in my mind hits me hard everyday, leaving me sleepless and clueless. "You were at that place at that time. It may or may not be desirable. Fate, maybe. But, it's you," the familiar woman's voice kept repeating inside my head. "Begin with what you know and dig the unknown," the man I loved the most said, leaving me chase the knowns inside my scrambled mind. I was going after every single possible hint to take myself away from the life I've always wished to live. "I don't want this. Not for me. Not for my family," I falsely admit to myself, still secretly enjoying every moment of it. She, Idaliah Bristor seems to have a flamboyant life which takes a mysterious turn when she enters the unmapped city of BcHaven. Let's walk and roll with her as she says, "Whatever it may take, I'm giving it a go". Etymology: GEMICIDE - • Gem- The Gem Team • cide - Killing/Sacrificing 'Gemicide', the term I coined means that the Gem Girls without any hesitation is ready to sacrifice themselves or get killed to save their city.

I have two rules for surviving college, Stay out of his way. Don't let him see you. But Massimo Bianchi doesn't follow rules-he makes them. The heir to the Bianchi Empire, a man with a dark past and a reputation that chills the blood, Massimo doesn't play nice. And for some reason, he's decided I'm his favourite game. He's ruthless, arrogant, and impossible to ignore, even if I try. I should stay away. I should hate him. But the more I try to escape him, the deeper he pulls me into his dangerous world. The more I hate him, the more he seduces me with his cold smile, his calculating gaze, and his twisted games. I'm not supposed to want him. I'm supposed to keep my distance, keep my secrets, keep my heart locked away. But when the devil himself comes knocking, there's no escape. Not from him. Not from the desire that burns through my every nerve. And the worst part? I think he knows it.

After one soul-crushing breakup, Summer Peterson—quirky, invisible, heartbroken—swore she’d never fall again. But secrets don’t care about promises. Especially not the kind hiding in her best friend’s older brother. Hayden is everything she shouldn’t want. Dangerous. Magnetic. Off-limits. But one forbidden kiss was all it took to unravel her. Now every stolen moment pulls her deeper—into a twisted affair of obsession, lies, and betrayal. Hayden doesn’t just touch. He marks. He owns. And he’s hiding a secret that could destroy them both. Someone is watching. Someone who wants her. And someone who will do anything to tear them apart. Loving him might ruin her. Leaving him might kill her. How do you run from the boy who’d burn the world to keep you? And how far will she go for a love that was never meant to save her? ⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING – MATURE CONTENT AHEAD This story doesn’t hold back. It dives deep into explicit sexual content, intense emotional trauma, abuse, violence, and psychological manipulation. This content is strictly for 18+ audiences. If you proceed, do so with your eyes wide open. You’ve been warned.

𝐇𝐔𝐍𝐊 𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐆𝐀 𝐒𝐎𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝟏: 𝐇𝐔𝐆𝐎 "Desperate times call for desperate measures." *** Nala Kaydence Cabral's life took a drastic turn after her mother's passing. She thought her fate was sealed, but she soon realized that she had the power to shape her own destiny. Despite her promise to her late mother, Nala had to resort to illegal means to survive their dire circumstances. It's a harsh reality, but it's the only way out. Little did Nala know that crossing paths with a stranger would lead her down a dangerous path. Their eyes met, and she felt a strange connection, but she had no idea that her decisions would ultimately lead to her downfall. With just a simple gesture, everything changed between them, and Nala found herself in deeper trouble than before. Life can be unpredictable, but for Nala, it's a matter of survival. Will she be able to navigate the treacherous waters ahead, or will she succumb to the dangers lurking around every corner?

She has always lived a normal life like a normal girl should but her life isn't all that it seems. After losing her sister in the hands of an unknown, Scarlett is determined to find the murderer behind her sister's death, one mission that turns her life upside down. Being the kind of girl who suffers from nightmares and personal vulnerability, Scarlett finds it hard to cope with her feelings for her unpredictable boss whom she thinks despises her gut but the more time they spend together the more he becomes attracted to her and soon did he begin to fall deeper for her that she suddenly becomes his weakness. Wrapping up her life in the hope of finding peace and tranquility, Scarlett suddenly starts to discover some changes Within herself, they weren't normal changes and she knew it, she soon finds out that her nightmares were connected to her sudden changes and also surprisingly connected to her boss, something which left her mouth hanging in disbelief. As time passes by with her father on the loose to hunt her down, Scarlett soon discovers what she is, she is no longer the normal girl she used to be but something more powerful and beyond humanity, a hybrid. One question though, what kind of hybrid is she? She's yet to find out. As if that wasn't enough on her shoulders, little by little did she begin to discover the real identity and darkest truth behind her boss's life. Her boss! He turns out to be something she had never thought he could be. Indeed, her normal life ended when she found out they had an unbreakable bond... **** Everything in this book is 100% fictional. Any offense was not intended. Anything resembling that of the real world is simply a Coincidence.

Arianna Draco, a 22-year-old orphan, is barely surviving under her uncle’s crippling debts. Desperate, she takes a job at Arthdal Strike, Thania’s infamous strip club and secret underworld empire. There, Damon Dark—a werewolf Alpha with a dark past and a brutal reputation—takes an interest in her defiant spirit. When she refuses a patron’s humiliating demands, Damon steps in, offering her a contract she can’t refuse. Though wary, Arianna accepts, only to find herself drawn deeper into Damon’s violent, complicated world. Unknown to Arianna, she and Damon share a hidden bond as mates, a connection that only intensifies as her own suppressed powers begin to awaken. She learns of her lineage as the last of the Luna Supreme Pack, a bloodline Damon’s father tried to destroy. While Arianna grapples with her true nature, Damon’s twin brother, Dominic, reemerges, seeking to tear down Damon’s empire and claim Arianna for himself. Caught between two powerful Alphas and her growing attraction to Damon, Arianna must uncover the truth of her past and fight for control over her destiny—before the forces around them tear them apart.

Burdened by poverty, Keagan Thompson's life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers the Veilwalker System, a hidden realm of power and opportunity. Chosen as its host, he gains unimaginable riches. With newfound wealth, Keagan embarks on a quest to become the number one hero. But the path to greatness is riddled with challenges. He faces formidable opponents, navigates treacherous alliances, and confronts his inner demons. As Keagan delves deeper into the world of heroes, he realizes the System's generosity has a price. Fame, wealth, and morality intertwine, forcing him to make difficult choices that test his integrity. Joined by diverse allies, Keagan's journey transcends physical strength. He hones his skills, forges unbreakable bonds, and discovers the true meaning of heroism. Thrilling battles, sacrifices, and unexpected twists abound as Keagan strives to claim the title of the number one hero. Can he navigate temptations and stay true to his values? Prepare for a captivating journey where dreams collide with reality and the definition of heroism is tested. Will Keagan rise above the challenges and fulfill his destiny?

Emma never expected a one-night stand to turn her life upside down. A passionate encounter with a stranger at a club leaves her breathless—but when she walks into her new job the next morning, she discovers that the man she spent the night with is none other than Kian Wilson, her new boss. Kian, the grumpy yet charismatic CEO of K&W Fashion House, is just as shocked to see her. Their undeniable attraction threatens to blur the lines between personal and professional, but when Kian’s controlling mother steps in, things take a darker turn. She arranges his engagement to another woman and secretly offers Emma a job as her personal assistant—unaware that Emma is carrying Kian’s child. As Emma is pulled deeper into the Wilson family’s twisted world, she must fight for her independence while hiding her pregnancy. When the truth comes out, Kian is torn between love and duty, forced to choose between the life his mother planned for him and the woman who truly holds his heart. With betrayals, power struggles, and heartbreaking choices, can Kian and Emma overcome the odds—or will their love story end before it even begins?

Wendy Jenkins never imagined she'd end up as a surrogate for a cold, powerful billionaire, but when her family falls into crippling debt, she steps up to save them. Swapping places with her stepsister, Wendy finds herself at the exclusive Brilliant Hotel, ready to meet Michael Carter, a ruthless man with no interest in her beyond a business deal. Wendy feels humiliated by Michael's harsh words and rejection before she even has a chance to prove herself. He plays with her emotions, showing no kindness, but Wendy refuses to give up, her courage seems to catch Michael's attention, and what started as a cruel game changes when a heated argument suddenly leads to a surprising kiss, leaving Wendy shocked and confused. As Wendy deals with Michael’s cruelty, she gets pulled deeper into a world of betrayal, lies, and secrets by her family’s future as her own heart are at risk. Can she handle Michael's torment long enough to secure the deal that could save her family, or will she lose everything to a man who might never be able to love her? In this dangerous game of love and betrayal, nothing is clear and no one can be trusted.

My roommate branded herself as an influencer against beauty standards, vowing to free girls from appearance anxiety. Strangely, whenever she stayed up late partying and broke out in pimples, they would appear on my face instead. When she fooled around and caught an infection, the rashes spread across my body. The more radiant she became, the more monstrous I looked. People recoiled from me. Friends cut me off. My own boyfriend, before a crowd, told me I should just die. Then my roommate got pregnant, yet it was my stomach that swelled like I was eight months along, scarred with terrifying stretch marks. She, meanwhile, looked more flawless than ever, appearing barefaced on camera to encourage girls not to fear their looks. I knew something was not right. When I tried to dig for answers, my roommate and boyfriend trapped me in a basement. They tortured me until I died. Only then did I learn the truth. He owned a cursed amulet that shifted all her pain onto me. The moment I opened my eyes, I was back on our first day of college together. This time, the game is mine. I'll make sure they pay.