After Desending The Mountain

No ambitious man will keep his sanity when he knows the exact moment of his death without achieving anything he ever hoped to achieve. But what if that same man was revived with powers beyond human comprehension? ... Will he sacrifice everything to find the truth or try his best to live a normal life?..

When a mountain comes to life, awakening its consciousness, it takes on another form—a Mountain Spirit. And that’s me reborn with extraordinary Divine powers. Want to know what these divine powers are? Well, one of them allows me to accelerate herb growth—up to one hundred times faster! Impressive, right? But wait, there’s more! I also possess a ‘golden finger’—which is ‘Space-Time’ system that lets me fish for lost techniques, weapons, pill formulas, and other treasures from the rivers of time and space. With these at my disposal, I’m sure to become stronger, at least stronger than the beautiful sect master who claims my mountain as her personal retreat and constantly drag me into her matters. It’s not an easy life, but no need to worry! I’m not just any spirit—I’m a human spirit born from a mountain, which means I have an extraordinary talent for cultivation. To top it off, my system was generous enough to grant me a divine cultivation technique right from the start. There’s just one tiny problem: it’s a dual cultivation technique, and I need a partner to cultivate it. So, I had no choice but to convince the sect master’s stunning disciple to help me out. I mean, it’s not like I’m after her gorgeous long legs, her curvaceous thighs, or her… well, you get the point. I’m just a humble cultivator trying to grow stronger by any means necessary. If only she’d run into some trouble, so I could swoop in and save the day. That would make things a lot easier for me… but alas, life is never that simple. Still, I’ll find a way. With my Space-Time system, my mountain’s power, and a little charm, I’ll outgrow this mountain and surpass everyone—even the sect master. And maybe, just maybe, I’ll enjoy the beauties along the way. *** No NTR, No Yuri, No Yaoi *** LinkTree- https://linktr.ee/Around_The_Moon Discord- https://discord.gg/zTgR9VFduX

An international high school teenager named Shouichi Desterling often idled away his time, letting his thoughts run rampant with a wild imagination. However, those intrusive thoughts were well-contained within his mind. Following the recent passing of his father, Shouichi was transferred back to his hometown, Kurohashi, to live with his long-separated mother — the only family he had left. Kurohashi is a secluded small town, surrounded by mountains on all sides. Despite its seemingly ordinary appearance and a minuscule population of just 5,000, the village harbours an oddity: the only way in or out is via a gloomy steel bridge. Not long after his arrival, Shouichi quickly bonded with his classmates, experiencing the semblance of a normal high school life and even finding love. Yet, amid this ordinary existence, he began seeing and feeling inexplicable “things.” Were these strange occurrences mere tricks of his mind, or was there something truly sinister lurking in the shadows? As events unfolded, Shouichi found himself increasingly unable to suppress his mounting insanity and the dark urges creeping into his thoughts. Each day, the air around him grew denser and heavier, as though the very atmosphere bore the weight of an unseen menace. ***[Content Warning: Later on in the story, tragedy will intensify, not suitable for the faint of heart. i.e. NTR, psychological manipulation, trauma, etc.] Current Volume 3 [On-going], Volume 1-2 [Completed] ------------------------------------------------------- Visit the Link below for the Cast Card with a short description/ the Character Drawings/ Chapter Complimentary Images: patreon.com/Joeing_25 Currently contained: Shouichi, Ayane, Shinji, Emi, Momo, Misaki ------------------------------------------------------- ~ Thank you for reading! ~

A tale of terror unfolds on Skull Mountain, where crimson-eyed warriors serve an ancient evil. As Red-Eye rises, fear spreads, villages fall, and a prophecy looms, driving both destruction and rebellion in a land consumed by darkness. Courage clashes with malice in this chilling saga of survival and destiny.

Anna Maria was perfect. Gabrielle Nandia was not. Anna Maria had the sweetest of smiles, with a presence that purified upon arrival. Gabrielle did not. She was always alone and gloomy, and the only thing that followed her were bad rumors. That day, Anna Maria was in a bad mood and wanted to eat alone. She glanced out of the window from the cafeteria. Outside, a figure sat under the tree, eating. Every bite was framed with a resplendent expression, which shone so brightly it blinded her. There was no smile, but the expression shown was as ephemeral as ice, melting before one could fully grasp the allure of its sweetness. Anna Maria blinked, scrubbing her eyes and readjusting her glasses to make sure of what she had seen, but the occupant had left before she could tell who it was. She searched for a week and finally found her—Gabrielle Nandia. She grasped the palm of the startled girl with a bewitching smile. "Gabrielle, will you please be my muse?"

--NEXT MASS RELEASE WILL BE ON MARCH 1ST-- ***Dear readers, hateful comments aimed at my writing style will be removed. I appreciate constructive criticism and feedback but please don’t turn this into a toxic environment or spoil the experience for other readers.*** Li Hua's reign as the twenty-first century's deadliest assassin ended in fire and betrayal. Her own sister, Li Min, turned their elite force against her, leaving nothing but ashes where a legend once stood. In the moment of her death, Li Hua's soul tore free from its earthly bonds, hurtling across the boundaries between worlds until it anchored itself in a new vessel in a realm of ancient martial arts and mystical cultivation. Through this impossible transition, her inner space remained intact—and with it, Little Firefly, her spirit companion. Here, where qi flows like rivers and mountains bow to those who master their cultivation, Li Hua will forge herself anew. No longer content to be merely an assassin of mortal flesh, she sets her sights on ascending to immortality itself—a journey that will shake the very foundations of heaven. DEDICATION To those of us whose cultivation path always leads to immortals with questionable morals and perfect jaw lines. May your daddy issues transcend the three realms and be rewarded with an ancient being who knows exactly what he's doing. AUTHOR'S NOTE Content Warning: This story contains mature themes. Reader discretion is advised. Updates: New chapters release daily. Story Style: This is an epic fantasy with rich world-building and complex characters, woven together with a slow-burn romance subplot. Disclaimer: While this story incorporates some historical facts, it is primarily a work of fiction presenting my unique interpretation of events. This is the ultimate place to chat, speculate, and immerse yourself in the world of my story! -- https://discord.gg/rYQJWfSM

Tyler thought he had everything: good grades, a loving girlfriend, and a picture-perfect life. But everything shatters when an anonymous text warns him that his girlfriend, Alexis, is cheating. Dismissing it as a prank at first, Tyler’s world is turned upside down when he catches her in the arms of Logan Carter—the arrogant, untouchable captain of the football team. Heartbroken and humiliated, Tyler finds himself tangled in an unexpected game of cat and mouse with a mysterious texter. But things take a surprising turn when Tyler discovers that Logan was the mysterious texter all along. Fueled by anger, confusion, and a strange attraction he can’t explain, Tyler demands answers—only to receive an unexpected confession and a kiss that changes everything.

In a post-apocalyptic world, you'll find four main types of people. Those who fight with all their might "the hunters." The ones who leech and exploit others "the pests." The predators, who see everyone as prey. And lastly, we have "the survivors," the resilient ones who never give up. Everyone often fits into one category, but it's hard to determine which one Maya falls into. She's not exactly a fighter, considering leaving her room was a chore even before the apocalypse. A predator? No way—she's always been a pushover. You might think she's a survivor, but that's laughable. She'd rather die from starvation than resort to scavenging. So, how should we categorize her? leeche? Nope. Perhaps a new category is needed: "The Lost"—those struggling to find their place in a shattered world."

Who has not heard? Who does not know? There is a story of two lovers that has travelled the Continent. It is said that in his innocent youth, Rexander Leonard had given his heart to a strong, kind-hearted maiden from the Blue Mountains, his motherland. As a young boy with nothing, not even a name, he left in search of purpose. Gifted by the gods, his extraordinary talent and unyielding ambition took him on a path to greatness. The haughty men that used to mock him bowed their heads before his brutal strength and righteous heart. Befitting of his monstrous powers he was named the King of Warlords, a title that has not wavered since the day it was received. As luck would have it, Temple Cordelia had decreed that the nameless orphan boy turned champion of the people, Rexander Leonard, was in fact the lost son of a legendary knight, Alvastor Thorne, a Duke of the Empire and the Lord of Valkore, who perished in battle two decades ago. Thus making Rexander Leonard, a Prince of the Empire, the rightful heir of Valkore and the only surviving member of House Bhukam, a once prestigious and powerful family that ruled in the time of the Old Empire. He truly had everything then. Everything, except his heart- his Angel he left in the Blue Mountains. Alas the tides of time are cruel, unforgiving in their acts and relentless in their motions. The Blue Mountains had been torn apart by savages many years before his return, and all that remained were blackened, crooked trees and hungry wolves making it uninhabitable to humans and a breeding place for darkness. This was a sad tale; A tragic story of two childhood lovers, what was Lost in the Blue Mountains. However, time is as such that when one tale ends another begins. No matter how true his love was, that urged him to still search for his Angel, a man of his standing could not avoid marriage forever. “I do.” Two simple words that brought them together. The red string of fate between Princess Rayni Rose of House Valaria and the King of Warlords, Rexander Leonard had been tied together before the eyes of god. “You do not choose who you love.” Sealed their fates. Or did it? Rayni Rose proposed two years of partnership for a lifetime of freedom, Rexander contently agreeing. Then began their tale of two years where they dreamt of restoring the dying wastelands of Valkore into the once prosperous Island it had been in the time of the Old Empire. Old tales, family secrets and love, all get tangled with adventure and ambition as Rayni and Rexander work together to bring Valkore back to life. Destiny smiles as they walk misleading paths on familiar land. What will time bring to light? Afterall, those bound by fate always meet.

Liam Beldad sets out on a desperate journey to find a rumored cure for his ailing sister, knowing that time is running out. With little more than hope and determination, he heads to the bustling town of Gairo in search of the money he needs. But when he arrives, he is greeted by a foreboding silence—nothing like the lively place he had imagined. What happened to the town, and can Liam uncover the truth before it’s too late for his sister?

In a world where civilization has fallen and only the strongest survive, Ron lives by one rule: trust no one. With his beast companion, Fang a monstrous predator feared by even the deadliest hunters he roams the lawless lands where mutated creatures, bandits, and desperate scavengers fight for survival. The remnants of fallen kings still hoard the last of the world’s resources food, water, and weapons while warlords and mercenaries carve out their own empires. Ron wants no part of their struggle. But when a royal carriage crashes deep within the Grimlands, he finds himself caught in a battle between ruthless bandits and elite warriors protecting a mysterious princess. With Fang’s devastating power and his own sharp instincts, Ron tips the scales—only to realize this fight is just the beginning. Is he destined to remain a lone hunter, or will this fateful encounter change his path forever?

November 17th. A day that should have been ordinary became the day the world fell apart. The Collapse—a disaster unlike any other—destroyed over 80% of the population in a single stroke. Entire cities were reduced to ruins, the rules of nature were rewritten, and strange, otherworldly forces began to seep into the cracks of reality. Those who survived were left to navigate a world where power comes at a price, and despair looms around every corner. Silas Grayson was a man who always preferred the background, someone who never sought the limelight. But when the Collapse shattered the world, it shattered Silas’s quiet existence, too. Now, in a reality that demands action, he must navigate a landscape where ruins grant strange Authorities, rulers thrive on corruption, and whispers of beings far beyond human understanding begin to surface. As he ventures deeper into this harsh new world, Silas clings to hope—a fragile, flickering light in the darkness. But when despair threatens to crush even that, he must grapple with the question: How does a man hold on to hope in a world that seems designed to take it away? The Collapse didn’t just destroy the world—it created a new one. And surviving it will demand more than Silas ever thought he could give.

The Trouble After Death Jessie thought her biggest challenge was surviving high school drama—cheerleading tryouts, friendship fallouts, and a secret romance with her best friend’s brother. But everything changes when a chilling message arrives, exposing a deadly debt tied to her late brother’s mysterious past. Now, a dangerous man named Ross lurks in the shadows, demanding $150,000—or Jessie’s family will pay the price. With only a week to save them, Jessie must navigate a world of threats, betrayal, and dark secrets. But as trust shatters and enemies close in, will she uncover the truth before time runs out? In a world where danger hides behind every smile, Jessie’s greatest challenge isn’t high school—it’s surviving The Trouble After Death.

zhan yun yg merupakan murid sekte gunung roh terusir dari halaman sekte luar . dan menjadi murid tukang di karenakan budidayanya belum menembus selama 1 tahun dan sudah menjadi batas penerimaan sekte luar .zhan yun yg budidayanya berada di pemurnian qi tingkat kelima .tidak mendapatkan kualifikasi sekte luar sehingga dia di turunkan menjadi sekte tukang. dengan teramat berat ia mulai menjalankan tugasnya sebagai murid tukang, dari yg membantu para penduduk sekitar sampai menjadi pekerja sampingan sebagai pengolah tanah di beberapa tempat , takdir berkata lain. pertemuan pertama nya dengan saintess gunung suci membuat zhan yun mengaktifkan system meramalkan masa depan .yg selama ini ia tunggu , tetapi apa yg akan di hadapinya menjadi tantangan tersendiri bagi zhan yun .mampukah zhan yun menjadi kuat dan tak terkalahkan dengan bantuan system. dan ada apakah dengan masa depan dunia kultivasi.

"It’s official. Death wants an heir." The announcement sent shockwaves through all realms. Who was worthy to inherit the throne of the Almighty? Debates raged as curiosity sparked fierce discussions. Mikhael, an ordinary human, had no stake in this—until he received an unexpected visitor. “Congratulations. You are Death’s son.” Hel’s words turned his world upside down. “What the hell is that supposed to mean?” “It means you get to work for me—for free. The perks? Rent-free living, one rest day a year, and a guaranteed meal every day. Sounds nice, right?” Hel clapped her hands excitedly, as if she were offering the deal of a lifetime. Mikhael was stunned. This was blatant slavery disguised as destiny. “No thanks. I like my life as it is.” “Too bad.” Hel gave a dramatic pause. “Either you work for me, or death follows you—forever.” Trapped between two of the worst choices in history, Mikhael had no idea what power awaited him. One path led to servitude, the other to something far worse. But could he defy Hel’s terms and come out on top, or would he end up as nothing more than her pawn?

Her world stopped moving, everything seems gray, after surviving for decades, her wheel of life has finally ended its rotation. But that was just one life, who knows that there will be another one waiting for her, a new life in another world, filled with magics and adventure. However it seems like her reincarnation had a connection with her game obssession on earth, she possessed her stupidly strong character as a demihuman, when given such a massive gold spoon, people tend to reveal their true self. And for this girl, she might have more loose screws on her brain than what others think. ============ You've seen it hundreds of times, another overpowered story, let's hope i can bring fresh stuff to this clichè story :pray: Comment the paragraphs if there's a typo, since i work alone it's a bit hard to reread each chapter after i was done writing.

In Terra's enchanting and mysterious world, Alpha has never experienced the simple joys that many take for granted - happiness, companionship, freedom, or love. Instead, his existence has been marred by regret, confinement, and struggle. After unwillingly confronting a nearly omnipotent entity against his will, as well as being treated as a mere plaything, he is unexpectedly granted an opportunity to escape the grim fate that awaited him at the end of his first life. However, this new lease on life comes with a price: Alpha must embark on a journey to an unknown era in the distant past, a time when some of the mightiest mortals and beings roamed the planet. His mission? To gather the strongest mortals in a vain attempt to challenge the Demon King Lucifero, who is in his infancy stages of power. To complicate matters even more, in his final moments of life, Demon King Lucifero bound both of them together by fate itself, ensuring that wherever Alpha goes, they are inevitably destined to meet and clash. With fate dictating his path, Alpha must navigate a game far beyond his understanding, slowly unraveling its intricacies as he explores the unknown world. With nothing holding him back, Alpha will struggle to discover the essence of humanity while preparing for a three-sided conflict older than the gods themselves that threatens to alter the fabric of existence itself. Follow Alpha as he earns his title as "Fate Breaker."

Leor, a man with a poor background yet a good life with his siblings. One night, everything falls apart, all because of a nightmare, or was it really a nightmare? Join his journey to become an Aetherborn as he struggles to survive in a world filled with mysteries, extreme hierarchy, unfathomable power and dangers. ----------------------------------------------------------- Leor always had a thirst for something big, a grand purpose, but life was boring—just peace and quiet with his siblings. The world heard his pleas, as the night that changed everything forever came. Thrust into a realm of Aetherborns, gods, and monsters, Facing ruthless enemies and unimaginable horrors, all while struggling to protect the only family he has left. Oh, the peace he took for granted, Will he ever get it back? And what the hell is this man named Johan doing in his room naked? Johan thought waking up in a fantasy–Victorian-era world would be a dream come true. Well, dreams and nightmares are the same thing. Trapped in a world ruled by corruption and unnatural evil, he realizes this isn’t the adventure he imagined. All he wants is to go back home, back to the life of a high school boy, whose biggest problem was how to go out with his crush. After all this, that sounds like an unimaginable dream to him, But first, why is he even here? What in the hell is this world? In a world where power comes at a cost, survival is the greatest desire. Tags: #dark #Mystery #Tragic

MY SOUL CRAVED FOR YOU EVEN BEFORE I MET YOUR BEING... "Now that I have tasted the serenity of laying my head on your masculine chest, no one can shove me away from you my king. we're entrapped to each other. come with me tonight...let me feed you the honey from my mother land...let me reveal to you the fertile and untilled land which no man has ever set their feet upon.. for it has been hiden from them for many a days...it is only yours to till..." Sheshije, a young maiden from the ukadama kingdom is forced by her greedy for power farther to mary Kodawa, the crown prince. Who is considered arrogant and evil by nearly every person in the kingdom... While being the damsel in distress she meets her knight in shining armor. Seghete who introduced himself to her as a hunter... due to reasons best known to fate.. the two end up falling in love at the very first day they met. Sheshije's father and the kodawa try their best to stop the mighty bond that was drastically sprouting between the two... Shock grips them all after finding out that Seghete is actually not a hunter but the only son of the great Tubheta emperor! SON OF THE MOUNTAIN YOU STOLE MY HEART. Is a novel beautifully painted with romance and a little potions of the taveta culture. One finds it hard to put it down once they start reading.. it has a fair portion of explicit mature content which may not be good for younger readers.. or anyone who feels uncomfortable with the content. the embodiment of local dialect, unforeseen plot twists not to mention the fantasy romance makes every chapter so worth reading!

Once upon a time a boy died and found himself on a mountain. Congratulations. You are now a ghost.

Rei, a young man trapped in a world different from his own, is reborn once again, with fragmented memories of past lives that are as elusive as they are painful. Marked by the injustice and contempt that haunted him in those existences, his soul holds a mixture of resentment and ambition. But this time, his determination has taken a course that is both dark and clear: he seeks to transform the world in his own way. In his mind, the idea of justice has lost all innocence; his desire for well-being is intertwined with a thirst for control and dominance. Rei is willing to do whatever it takes to build a reality that benefits him, no matter who he must subdue or how many battles he must fight. He is well aware that the task is a monstrous one, that his own vision may seem evil in the eyes of many, but that is irrelevant to him. The only thing clear to him is that the world will know his true strength and that, under his hand, traditional justice will be as obsolete as the past he seeks to leave behind.

In a world where the boundaries between realities blur, The Last Guardian of Sambo Mountain follows Anya, a young scholar who stumbles upon a mysterious artifact that opens a gateway to a parallel dimension. She embarks on a perilous journey to the fabled Sambo Mountain, where legends speak of ancient powers that protect the balance of both worlds. As she delves deeper into the mountain's secrets, Anya uncovers her own hidden lineage as a descendant of the guardians who have long protected this enigmatic place. Along the way, she crosses paths with Kaelan, a former king bound to a curse, who guides her through dangers both mystical and mortal. Together, they face the dark forces led by Rheskhar, an ancient sorcerer bent on harnessing the mountain's power to reshape the world. Twists of fate, ancient magic, and a growing bond between Anya and Kaelan propel them toward a final showdown at the heart of Sambo Mountain. But with the fabric of both worlds at risk, Anya must make a sacrifice that could alter the course of history forever. Will she become the next guardian and protect the delicate balance of the universe, or will the dark forces rise to conquer it all? An epic tale of adventure, magic, and sacrifice, The Last Guardian of Sambo Mountain is a captivating journey that explores the power of destiny, the strength of the human spirit, and the eternal fight between light and shadow.

I woke up in a dark dungeon, my body screaming in agony, reeking of death. The air was thick with decay, each breath clawing at my throat. My mind was blank, a hollow void. "Who am I?" I whispered, but no answer came. Stumbling into the world beyond, I was greeted by thick fog and cold silence. The ground was littered with gutted bodies and shattered swords—fragments of lives lost to battles I couldn’t begin to understand. The monsters I’d killed to get here felt like a prelude to something worse. I couldn’t stop wondering about the stories behind the broken swords, the fallen warriors. Maybe my own story lay hidden among them. They say curiosity killed the cat. I can only hope my curiosity ends up killing me too.

For centuries, humanity believed itself to be the dominant species, ruling over the Earth without challenge. But everything changed when a meteorite struck the planet, shattering the Ice Wall of Antarctica and unleashing monstrous creatures from the depths of the unknown. As these beasts spread chaos across the world, another phenomenon emerged—ordinary people began to develop extraordinary abilities, awakened by the meteorite’s strange energy. With civilization on the brink of collapse, humanity faces a terrifying new reality: the world as we knew it is gone, and the true apex predators have arrived. Now, those who have awakened must rise to fight for survival in a world where myths become reality, and only the strongest will endure.

Kaya and Finn have never known a world past the boundaries of The Farm, where they were raised with other children whose parents vanished in The Catastrophe. But as they grow older, something begins to change. People start to go wrong, and memories - once clear - become distorted. This is a story about love, and how it develops between individuals, within families, and across communities -- in sickness and in health.

The unscrupulous system descended from the heavens, bringing Fang Xuan to the Tianxuan Continent, but in the body of the dying heir, Ye Yu. To its dismay, the system soon realized it had bound itself to the wrong host. Just as it prepared to abandon Fang Xuan within Ye Yu's fading body, the system, with a lingering trace of conscience, granted Ye Yu an unbinding gift package before departing. As a result, Fang Xuan, now inhabiting Ye Yu’s body, became invincible...