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Through the mud and sand, she bloomed in defiance. In the flames and ashes, she bloomed in rebellion. Now, with the end of her life at the hands of assassins, she bloomed bright with flowers red in blood. Having lived her life in defiance and strong will to the end, Peony was brought back to life in the body of an orphan girl at an orphanage. As she once had a body of cultivation while being a peony fairy, she knew the child could cultivate. However, she discovers that others can't! The little girl, also called Peony, was abandoned in a forest, during a short excursion with the rest of the orphans. Outcasted and targetted for her small size, Peony was left to die in the forest when she accidentally stumbled upon a fairy and rescued it from a pack of wolves. Ten years later, she receives an acceptance letter from the second best magic school Night Raven College. Curious, she decides to attend, but there's a few problems. One, she has enemies who wants her dead. Two, she apparently has no magic but can cultivate. Three, apparently, the school is an all boys private school and she is a girl! A mistake? Nah, it'll be all part of her plan anyway! As she enters the school of magic, mysteries began to unravel and she begins to find a solution to her biggest problem of all in life. *Parts of the dialogue and events are from the actual game even though the Main Character will not take the Main Character role from the game.* Discord: https://discord.gg/2pW5VBkB

It’s the age of superhumans! Genetic modifications, Cybernetic enhancements, magic enchantments- the choice is yours! For the right price, you can rise above the masses and gain power only ever seen in myths! For the right price! No matter how far humanity advances, power will always fall in the hands of the wealthy few. It was a truth Dante learned at a very young age and with it came a burning hatred for those who look down on everyone from their ivory towers. The flames grew stronger once he found himself faced with the cruelty of those who rule from above. He swore revenge on each and every one of them, but true power couldn’t be fought with hatred alone. In his search for a weapon that could help him take his revenge, Dante crosses paths with a certain Artifact, his fate taking a turn he could never have anticipated. =================================== For the months of May, June, and July, the first privilege tier (10 advanced chapters) will cost only 1 coin! Make sure to read the chapters as they come out! Check out my other works: Valkyrie Smash.

Cassandra Von Mallearch, a young girl, was fated to become a sacrifice in a demonic summoning ritual. Just as the blade was about to slice her throat, true darkness descended—not to claim her life, but to save it. The Goddess of Darkness and Ruler of the Underworld, Persephone, intervened and rescued Cassandra. But that salvation came with a curse. Cassandra was granted a forbidden power known as Predator’s—a force so immense it could bring monsters and men alike to their knees, at a terrible cost: each use of it drained the years from her life. If she wished to wield this power without losing time, she would have to sacrifice pieces of her own body instead. Abandoned in the Red Wasteland, Cassandra rose anew—no longer a helpless girl, but a different being entirely. Clad in a white-gray dress like the ashes of the dead, draped in black robes, her eyes gleamed gold, and her short white hair marked the severance from her childhood. Now, at the age of 21, she lives as a cursed entity, no longer willing to be prey. The Tales of Predator’s is a dark chronicle of sacrifice, freedom, and choice a story of a woman who dances between death and power, walking a world that once tried to devour her… but now becomes her hunting ground.

[PARTS 100/100 PUBLISHED] [PARTS 54/100 REVISED AND EDITED] ⭐ Ranked #1 on Wattpad for "Cosmic Horror" and "Thought-provoking" Categories ⭐ Artwork for this novel is available on the Official DeviantArt Page here: https://www.deviantart.com/aizarikijaz ~ "EXISTENTIAL WOES", a song composed for this book and intended to be used for the trailer once its finished, is available on Spotify and Apple Music here: https://open.spotify.com/album/7ca13sfaeFENraFqAMNR1i?si=w612hymRSK2fC1xhFc146g https://music.apple.com/us/album/existential-woes-ep/1779593223 ~ The Official Instagram Page for "The Book of Abbadon" can be visited here: https://www.instagram.com/bookofabbadon/profilecard/?igsh=M2NyYnRuZm9iOHE= ... ⚠️ CONTENT WARNING ⚠️ This story is targeted towards young adults and it contains Mature Content such as: - Vulgar Language - Graphic Depictions of Violence and Gore - Graphic Depictions of Sex and Nudity - Potentially Offensive Religious Themes You must be at least 18 years or older in order to read this story, and by reading it, you do so at your own risk. Reader's discretion is advised.

For three nights, Zach dreamed of being somewhere he didn’t belong. No answers, just a creeping sense that something was coming—maybe work stress, maybe something worse. On the fourth night, he wakes up somewhere unfamiliar. The air is colder. The walls are wrong. And now... he’s not alone.

Synopsis The world is in chaos after massive portals, known as the Gates of Olympus, opened, unleashing titanic monsters, Giants lbelieved to be remnants of ancient myths—the Titans, The giants & Various Mythical monsters. These colossal beings wreak havoc on humanity, with only a select few capable of opposing them. These gifted individuals, called Celestials, wield powers granted by fragments of divine artifacts. Jin Shang, a powerless orphan, dreams of joining the Celestials to protect humanity but is rejected time and again. Despite his limitations, his determination and strategic mind make him a valuable companion to his group of friends—until they betray him. Captured and thrown into the Labyrinth of Perdition, a maze designed by the gods to imprison demons and lost souls, Jin Sang faces certain death. But within the labyrinth, he discovers an ancient and forbidden power—the essence of Erebus, the primordial god of darkness. With the ability to command shadows and manipulate the fears of his enemies, Jin Sang begins his harrowing journey to survive the labyrinth. Each step in the labyrinth reveals hidden truths about the Titans, the gods, and the betrayal of his friends. With newfound powers fueled by vengeance, Jin Sang vows not only to escape the labyrinth but also to bring justice to those who left him for dead.

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Waking up in an unfamiliar world with no memories, I had only one advantage—a mind filled with knowledge of fictional tropes, clichés, and common sense learned from countless novels. At first, I thought I was trapped in a romcom nightmare when I started triggering events like "Helping a Girl on a Rainy Day", "Damsel in Distress", and "Tripping Into the Heroine’s Arms." Naturally, I shut those nonsense down before they could escalate. No forced romances. No misunderstandings. No cringe. But something was clearly off. The world wasn’t just a slice-of-life comedy. Beneath the cliché academy setting, there were whispers of awakening powers, hidden dangers, and a brutal magic academy entrance exam. And every challenge I prevented or manipulated was an opportunity to grow stronger. [Title Earned: Background Character.] [Achievement Unlocked: Firm Mind.] [New Skill Acquired: Background Character's Aura.] [New Ability Acquired: Anti-Narrative Influence.] I may be just a background character, but if fate insists on throwing these events at me, I’ll turn them into stepping stones. Let the protagonists play their scripted roles—I have my own path to power.

In a world heavy with unspoken pain, she senses a darkness not her own—an echo of despair that clings to a stranger. He walks the edge of oblivion, haunted by shadows no one else can see. When their paths cross in a place untouched by time, something stirs between them—an invisible thread that pulls at their souls. What begins as a silent understanding may lead them through the darkness, or deeper into the unknown.

"Look at me," he said, voice barely above a whisper, like he wasn't just asking her to see him—but to choose him. She did. And oh God. The moment her eyes met his, it was like the floor tilted. His gaze wasn't cold anymore. It wasn't guarded or teasing. It was raw. Fierce. Wrecking. Like he saw through every layer she'd tried to hide. She swallowed hard. Her legs trembled. Her heart betrayed her, pounding so hard against her ribs it seemed like it wanted to break free. Why did his eyes soften like that, as if she was delicate glass, and he'd do anything to keep her from shattering? She swore she was going to melt right there. And he didn't even kiss her. Didn't have to. That one look—his fingers brushing against her skin like he owned the right, it was more than any kiss she'd ever had. More dangerous. More intoxicating. Her lips parted, maybe to speak, maybe to breathe, but nothing came out. Nothing could. The tension between them tightened—thick, electric, blinding. If he moved even an inch, it would be over. But he didn't. And that restraint? That maddening, infuriating, goddamn beautiful control made her want him even more. "Let me handle this," he whispered. "You don't have to trust Conor. Just trust me." Her eyes dropped to his lips. They were so close now she could feel the whisper of his breath. Her heart pounded harder, like it wanted to escape. "Please stop doing that," she murmured. For a fleeting second, nothing moved, then he dropped his hand. His brows drew together. "Doing what?" "Touching me," she whispered. "Especially when you're trying to make a point. You did it in the restroom too." "Why do you think I'm doing that?" he asked, voice husky now, softer. Synopsis: At an elite college, falling for the rich, cold son of a bi-llionaire wasn’t part of the plan, especially when his brother is tied to her mother’s mysterious death. But from the moment Merlina steps onto campus, the chemistry is undeniable. He’s detached, arrogant, and everything she should stay away from. Yet no matter how hard she tries, she can’t ignore the pull. She’s here for a degree, but her real mission is uncovering the secrets of her mother’s past at this very school. As sparks fly between her and the guy she should keep her distance from, she’s torn between two things: exposing the truth and protecting her heart from falling for him. The deeper she digs, the more dangerous things get. Anonymous threats, dark secrets, and a guy who’s starting to think her obsession with the past could ruin everything. When the truth finally breaks free, it threatens everything she’s worked for—the truth, her heart, and the fragile bond she shares with him. With everything at risk, she must choose: expose the truth, or hold on to the one person who makes her feel truly alive.

Transmigrate to the world of One Piece, reincarnate as Saint Imu; Control the world government and sit on the Empty Throne. He obtains the star map of the omniverse and contemplates the sea of dimensions. Gather all individual combat power, military power, financial resources and all material resources to open the dimensional gate, conquer all dimensions, and break the limit of individual power! Unite or be destroyed, how to choose? ---------------------------------------------------------------- You can view the first 350 chapters for free on my p@atren. Since I can not upload many chapters at once or it will be blocked, I will upload 3 chapters daily. The entire novel is translated on my p@treon, [email protected]/mr_soolhoaf -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note: Please consider this story as a parallel universe within the world of One Piece. Some elements of the original canon may be ambiguous or intentionally altered, so don't worry too much about any discrepancies. For example, regardless of whether Imu is portrayed as male or female in the original story, this version depicts him as a man. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All rights to the original content belong to their respective creators.

(Rewritten Finished) Watching all of this, just as I watch every star. The barrier keeps the Outer Gods outside the gate, leaving us no choice but to watch helplessly as the gods on Earth battle each other. But I am different. I am a High-Dimensional Overseer. I watch the beings of the world below, just as I watch every passing spring and autumn on this planet. However... The High-Dimensional Overseer gazed at the young man slowly awakening beneath the crimson moonlight, gently caressing the trembling civilization beneath him. In order to avoid being killed by the awakened Celestial Worthy, the High-Dimensional Overseer decided to join this farcical war among the gods. -- Credits: Original Title: 詭秘：高維俯視者 Original Author: 半隻月虎 Book Cover: Leonardo Enjoy! --- Updating 3-5 chapters per day for for additional chapter just give me 10 Power Stones, 5 Reviews or a thousand collections.

In a morgue filled with the bodies of Uchiha clan members, he opened his eyes... A mysterious voice echoed in his ears... With a bewildered expression, he muttered, "Save the Shinobi world? What does that have to do with me, a mere Uchiha survivor?" ---This is a translation--- Original author: 空想之龙 I do not own the cover image. If you are the owner and would like me to remove it, kindly let me know.

This ROM-COM is not so typical yet imperfectly perfect story of "FRIENDS-turned-ENEMIES-turned-RIVALS-turned-STRANGERS-turned-LOVERS", Summer and Tristan, once childhood friends, now two headstrong rivals, the arch nemesis wishing nothing but to tear each other apart, unaware of their real identities somehow get entangled in a one night stand, later blossoming love with each other. What will happen when their real identities are unveiled? Will they continue to fight discarding their love Or will they forgo their hate for their hot passionate love? Embark on the rollercoaster journey of these two adults on how they grapple their love-hate yet steamy relationship shrouded in humor, competition, hidden secrets, mysteries and conspiracies.

Lizandra was transported to a Realm, having to survive on her own in a forest full of monsters, going through challenges that had made her who she is now, a Universe filled with God-like Beings. She had done everything she could to fight back, made a place for herself and even had a family once. But one decision changed her life…..her own decision to return to Earth, to go back to the people she had once called family all those eons ago…. Fate had different plans though, the world she knew has changed a lot. Monsters roamed around with Dungeons breaks swallowing whole cities. Humans had obtained the power from [System] to fight them back but, for how long will it go on.  This is the story of Lizandra, a woman who came back to her world after eons. Only to find it turned upside down. She, a Conqueror of the Realms, was back and there were forces around her that were creating chaos. There are beings that she will have to face, situations that will need her to be ruthless, things that will test her mind. Once again….facing the God-like Beings but this time, it would be different. ------------------------------------------------------ MC - Overpowered, Cunning, Villainous, Ruthless, Caring. There is romance, but only behind the scenes, for now. There is a system, but not for the MC. At least in the early chapters. It will be there once certain conditions are met. There is Multiverse, Invasion, a bit of Gore and lots of Destruction.  There will be a Multiversal ranking and a bunch of other stuff later on in the story (Keep Reading To Find Out). The story picks pace after first 10 chapters ------------------------------------------------------ Excerpt* Looking at the beams and spells raining on us. I wanted to end all of this with one single spell. Every person on the battleship and on the battlefield had a soul, there was nothing in this universe that could survive without having a soul. The soul was the most important thing connecting a being to reality. So I decided to use one of my most lethal but non destructive spells, The Soul Disintegration spell "Starfire Flux". This spell disintegrates the soul from within and doesn't leave anything behind except for dead bodies, burning every part of the soul with the heat of a supernova. Making the target of this spell wish for instant death rather than the horrifying pain. "Decrusto, Una scar" I let out a short whisper as a magic circle formed above us, covering the entire battleship and the field. A magic circle filled with bright runes, blinding everyone except the three of us.  A few seconds passed as the light died down, bodies fell to the ground where they were standing. All the Invaders had died, I didn't doubt that my spell would not work on them because I had used this same spell to kill a dragon before. A dragon's soul was a lot stronger than the soul of a human, so there was no chance for them to survive this. The only thing that remained was the eerie humming of the battleship as it stayed in the sky. ------------------------------------------------------ Author's Note - Don't just read the synopsis and leave thinking that it might be boring. Just try reading the first few chapters. There may be some things unexplained but later on everything will get cleared out (I’m keeping things mysterious). Chapter Schedule - One or Two chapters a Day.  Timing - Not fixed, but the chapters will be uploaded as soon as they are done writing. Word Count - 2000 to 3000 words per chapter.

"This is just a contract marriage, nothing more. Don’t expect anything from me," I said sharply, turning my eyes away from him. "Bianca, I’ve never been so sure of anything in my life. Just love me, and I promise I’ll give you everything you truly want," he said, dropping to his knees. I looked away for a moment. It was hard to face the truth—the painful reality hidden behind secrets and the danger that loomed ahead. ******* A heart-wrenching tale of love, DUAL WORLDS, hidden identities, betrayal, broken trust, hidden secrets, power, obsession and forbidden love. What becomes of love if all these powerful forces collide? Bianca sacrificed everything to help Enzo secure a future for himself after the accident that left him crippled, feeling worthless and eventually losing everything. Grateful, he married her; but his love didn’t last. Over time, he grew distant, disregarded her feelings, and eventually betrayed her, believing she's just a poor orphan from the slums who had no worth. What he doesn't know is that there is more to Bianca's identity and personality than meets the eye. Then, his boss; Alex Wood, the ruthless billionaire, came into the picture. Note: If you’re looking for an urban fantasy story with great plot twists and a fascinating love triangle, look no further. ‘Contract Marriage: Tangled with Two’ got you covered

** Mature Content** **18+** **SMUT** Kai the person from futuristic world governed by technology was betrayed by close ally and transported to new world of magic with the help of mysterious bracelet made by his best friend Jugo. Will he return and seek vengeance or start a new life.

Author: Knows a Little of Everything Completed Synopsis A soul from another world finds itself in the universe of Lord of the Mysteries, but something is off—it awakens on the Moon... Notes: Dual protagonists: Klein Moretti & the MC No female lead The MC's "parent" is the Fallen Mother Goddess Angel-level Beyonder of the Door pathway Starts with a "cheat" ability Chaotic Neutral alignment Schizophrenic tendencies & extreme double standards The MC views the world like an MMORPG, treating people as NPCs and judging morality from their own perspective