What Deceit Novels & Stories

The muscle in his jaw twitched. "I know you'd come here one day looking for answers," the man continued. "It's your birthday today." A smile eased out of his lips. "I came to wish you this morning, but you were sleeping peacefully. As much as my heart is at ease, it also holds the fear that someday the hardships awaiting you will wipe off that peace." Aluxious's face was an impassive mask as he stared at his father's memory. "Your path is filled with deception and greed. The people here would do anything to be in your position. Their greed for power outweighs their morale."

The fear of his anger consumed me as I awaited my fate. A warm breath brushed against my ear as Diego whispered, “You know, the conquests of lies will be harsh, but you still decided to deceive me.” Diego’s words made my heart pound even faster, knowing that I had made a grave mistake. The weight of my deception hung heavy in the air as I braced myself for the repercussions of my actions.

Her lips parted in silent disbelief as she read further. There were claims that she had a history of dishonesty, that she was known for manipulating situations to her advantage. One particular story stood out—a fabricated account of how she had allegedly stolen exam answers in high school and framed another student just to avoid punishment. How she was known to take advantage of people, especially the ones who couldn't stand up to her. She knew it was a complete lie, but to the world, it would seem like a pattern of deceit stretching back years. Michelle’s hands tightened around Felix’s phone. Even Felix was scared that she would break the phone.

Jillian was glad Lora hadn’t called her up—it was likely done to spare Julia further humiliation. “Don’t think you’ve won,” Julia said coldly, leaning toward her. Her eyes remained trained on the stage. “I’ll fix this mess. You’re not going to get away with your little drama plan.” “I didn’t come here with a plan, Julia. It wasn’t my idea,” Jillian answered quietly. “Once a liar, always a liar. Sake was right—you can’t be trusted.” It would’ve hurt less if the words had come only from Julia. But knowing Sake said them—that was a different kind of pain. Still, she didn’t flinch. She refused to let Julia see her wounded pride.

It’s so easy to believe something you want to believe because you are not brave enough to face the painful truth you can’t accept. “No. You are lying. You are just making up a story because you are covering something from me. Tell me that you are just lying, Carter. Tell me, please,” I pleaded because I really don’t know what to do anymore. All his words were clouding my mind that I couldn’t think straight.

- I threatened him, while he looked at me in surprise. - Listen to me carefully... there is nothing wrong with you, at least for me, I don't know about you, but believe me, even if I wanted to know about your life, I won't force anything on you, just as you haven't asked me about mine, and I can assure you, we have similar lives. - He needed to know, I wouldn't let him think otherwise, what makes you think he is different or inferior to anyone? Appearance? Appearances are not everything, they are mostly deceptive, I can prove that myself.

“He wasn't, he wasn't best for you. He's at fault, not you. He's the one who cheated on you, not you, princess. Look, men are scum, men are wicked, men are evil, blah blah blah! It's true." “Really… you do realize that what you just said right.” “Yes of course princess, I know what I just said. My point, exactly, is all about perspective. You love me, right?” “Yes I do" “That's because of how much good, care, and kindness I show and give to you. But to some other person I don't show these love and goodness, then I'm a scum, I'm a … I'm…” He snapped his fingers as he recalled, “Wicked.”

"Just showcasing how you've let a disastrous project slip through, costing us twenty million dollars. And now, you're proposing another one that'll burn an extra thirty million. All a waste of human and natural resources. Do you think I haven't been paying attention? I have. I took a moment to fathom how you're still here instead of answering customer service calls." He went pale and red, squirming in his seat. Satisfaction washed over me. No matter what battles I faced, being present at a business conference was mandatory; otherwise, I risked signing a detrimental contract. That's how I'd remained a wealthy and powerful billionaire over the years. Everyone at this table with their fake smil

"What right do you have to talk about me like that? How are you any better than me? If it weren't for your deceit, would I have ended up with you? Take a good look at yourself and your own behavior." Five years ago, the James family had fallen into an economic crisis, and the conglomerate was on the brink of collapse. But Rex never mentioned it to her, instead deceiving her, saying that if they were together, they could support the Miller family. She believed his lies, which led to her losing her virginity to him. And what was the result? He deliberately deceived her. Wanting to use her, to use the Miller family to help the James family through the difficult times.

Roxy's POV Deception—garnishing a lie to make it look like the truth to achieve a desired outcome. It’s not a proud thing to do but sometimes it’s a necessary thing. Like right now, standing in front of Professor McLain’s office. I stood at the door, with my deceptive hat on, my hand primed to knock. I took a deep breath, trying to steady the fluttering nerves in my stomach. Deception is also not an easy thing to do but I was never an easy girl.