Beneath The Surviving

Iris one day finds herself inside the horror game she had been playing for the past years. In this game, humans can evolve into greater beings through playing life and death games. Filled with mysteries, this realm will eventually come to an end by the hands of the enigmatic entity itself! At first, Iris just wanted to live and survive in this world, but as nostalgia and affection for this game grew in her heart, Iris changes her mind and decided that she will save this world from destruction. The only problem is that most of the characters she is familiar with had all already fallen into madness and all of her foes are deranged people! Will Iris be able to survive and save everyone, or will she succumbed to madness and lose herself in this crazy world?

In the underground city where humanity clings to survival, Martina lives as a humble trader, moving between sections of the city to make ends meet. Though she dreams of something beyond the damp earth walls, she has long accepted the reality of life beneath the surface. But everything changes when, during a routine journey, she comes face to face with one of the monsters humanity fears the most—a mutant. The encounter is fatal. She dies. And then, she wakes up. What should have been the end becomes an unexplainable miracle. But instead of celebrating her survival, the government brands her a threat, believing she has become one of the creatures they seek to eradicate. Hunted and imprisoned, she faces a grim fate—until they fail to prove she is a mutant. Left with no other explanation, the rumors began. The chosen one. A figure of prophecy. The only hope to save humanity. Forced into a war she never asked for, Martina must uncover the truth behind her revival and what it truly means to be a hero. But as she learns more about the world she thought she understood, she begins to question whether humanity’s greatest enemy is the monsters above… or the people below. ________ Supposedly the mc should be a male but since I've only seen few dark fantasy stories with a female lead, I'm giving this one to a woman. Trust me with this one tho. ‡‡

#r18 #smut #No-Yuri #No-NTR "I Died for my own happiness, I died because of my selfishness, I died because I feared living without her again, But I died only after I killed the Gods." Rael, the Demon King, died. He was born from the Great Darkness and was given the name of 'The Last Demon.' Rael's birth was the beginning of the world's demise and the end of all life in it. His birth was the start of his loneliness, which would eventually become the cause of his madness and destruction. But when that girl showed up, he felt the loneliness slowly fade away. The girl, with a smile so kind, became the first one to look at him without any trace of fear or disgust. That girl's smile, the way she talked to him, and her eyes full of genuine affection... they were all he needed to become the person he was. He would never let anyone take her away. She was his everything, and no one could separate him from her. But... "Why!" 'It should've been fine.' 'We should've lived happily together.' 'Yet why...!' "Why she has to sacrifice herself for me, when she was the one who was supposed to live a happy life?" "Why she had to give the future we could've shared together, just for my sake?" Those were his last words as he died fighting the Gods, but he knew deep inside his heart that he wouldn't be able to see her again. And yet... "Where am I?" He wakes up in the same girl's room, naked, but in another world. Ding! [Infinite Harem System has been activated!] Now he is gonna evolve his harem. The one who has the strength to defeat the Gods, the one who possesses the most powerful and destructive power. And those are the Demonic Queens, who have the power to shake the universe. Ding! [Bat Queen has evolved to S+ Rank.] [Vampire Queen's teeth have upgraded to max level.] [Dragon Queen....] [Queen of Bees, Queen of Scorpions, Queen of Tentacle Monsters.... All of them have maxed their abilities and are evolving to their ultimate form.] But, he has more than ten queens, so how is he gonna manage all of them? "I will be fine," said Rael. Rael, the Demon King. His new story begins. No, his harem starts now! P. S. Cover isn't mine.

(Warning: Mature Content - R-18) A group of college students ventures on what was meant to be a straightforward museum trip, only for their plane to crash on a mysterious, uncharted island. Stranded and desperate, they signal for rescue, but their calls go unanswered. As days turn into weeks, they confront a harrowing truth: they are utterly alone. But the island has its own dark agenda. An eerie, seductive energy permeates the air, penetrating their very beings, igniting a fire of lust and desire that none can resist. This isn't just survival; it's an awakening to the most primal, carnal urges. Their bodies yearn with a hunger that's both terrifying and thrilling, their minds clouded by a relentless, dark passion. The island bestows upon them not just survival skills but supernatural powers—fire, ice, telekinesis, immense strength. Yet, these gifts come with a sinister price. The island feeds on their darkest desires, their deepest lusts, amplifying them to monstrous proportions. Friendships dissolve into something far more intense, far more physical. Bonds are tested, broken, and reforged in the fires of lust. The island whispers temptations, urging them towards acts of unspeakable pleasure and sin. Every touch, every glance, is laced with a potent mix of seduction and corruption. Inhibitions shatter as they grapple with the choice to succumb to the dark ecstasy or to fight for what remains of their humanity. Here, the real battle isn't against nature but against the evil within, a battle for their souls amidst the throes of passion. Can they resist the seductive pull of this malevolent paradise, or will they be consumed by their own dark desires?

A deadly infection has spread across the world, turning people into terrifying creatures. No one knows where it began, but many believe Raven City, known for its chemical labs, is the source. Cities have fallen, and even Fort City, famous for its strong military, was forced to evacuate after a brutal battle. Survivors have fled to Bourbon City, leaving their homes and lives behind. In the midst of this chaos, Charlie, an ordinary man, wakes up from a three-week coma in a hospital. Confused and alone, he discovers a strange system that gives him mysterious rewards and abilities. [SYSTEM ACTIVATED] Charlie’s life has already been marked by loss his father, an army veteran, died in the Fort War, while his mother worked in a pharmaceutical lab in Raven City. Now, Charlie is no longer just another survivor—he might be the only one who can uncover the truth and turn the tide of this war. But in a world where death lurks around every corner, power comes at a price. And the infected aren’t the only monsters left.

Detective Aaron Cole’s past is a scar that refuses to heal. Once a promising star in the police force, his career ended in tragedy when a botched case led to the death of his partner and the destruction of his name. Now, a down-and-out private investigator, Aaron lives in the shadows of the city, taking on small cases that barely make a dent in his guilt. That all changes when a mysterious woman enters his office, asking for help with her husband’s sudden disappearance. Her husband, a respected journalist, was investigating the city's most powerful people. The deeper Aaron digs into the case, the more he uncovers a sinister conspiracy, stretching back decades, involving politicians, criminals, and a crime buried in the city's forgotten past. As the case threatens to unravel his already fragile sanity, Aaron must confront the buried truths of his own downfall, and the shadows of his past threaten to consume him entirely. With each revelation, he inches closer to a dangerous truth—one that could cost him everything.

Web novel writer Jin Han-sol, who had an unfortunate accident on a trip to England to clear his head, said, “This is… Big Ben?” When I opened my eyes, I found myself in the middle of the British Empire of the 19th century, where romance, literature, and racism breathed! You have to survive somehow, from the dockworker to the rich maid to the babysitter! The opportunity that came to him who had worked so hard that his feet were sweating, “Teacher! No, author! I’m glad to see you now!!” “…… You’re a writer?” “He’s the best writer of novels in London right now.” That chance, a fiction writer? At this time, the writing of the Great Moon, which will change the world with a single pen, begins to give cider to the bastards of the British Empire! _________ Release Schedule: 3 Chapters on Wednesday and 4 Chapters on Sunday

Zephyr is reborn into his favorite game, "Hero Quest," as a weakling who's supposed to have a terrible life. He finally gets a "cheat"—the "Harem Overlord System"! But instead of super strength, it makes him charm girls to get stronger. His first job: impress a girl before his awakening ceremony, or he'll become even weaker. Can he change his bad ending? Let's find out in this story!

Olivia Miller, a billionaire, must return to her roots in Miami under a false identity after spending years abroad. Now working as a personal assistant to Noah Jones—a man from her painful past—Olivia's world spirals into a tangled web of lies, betrayals, and dangerous power games. As the tension between them escalates, old wounds resurface, enemies emerge, and alliances blur. Secrets from the past threaten to destroy everything, while Olivia’s ruthless nature and Noah’s relentless drive put them on a collision course that could shatter lives. In this high-stakes game, where power, love, and vengeance collide, who will come out on top? How long will it take for Olivia to reveal her true identity and intentions? Prepare for a gripping tale of deceit, hidden motives, and explosive consequences where no one is safe.

[Ding!] [Mission Unlocked: Eliminate the moles planted by Rose in the Reid Industries.] Reward: $10 billion in cash upon mission completion. ~~~~ Alex, a 18-year-old ordinary guy, finds himself inexplicably transmigrated into the plot of a Cheesy with no logic bashing novel. But his excitement quickly turns to dread when he realizes he hasn’t taken the role of the protagonist but the villain. To make matters worse, he’s destined to be the first stepping stone for the novel’s protagonist—the Plot armor son. Terrified of his impending doom, Alex thought of changing his strategy of even going as far as changing the whole story plot if he can survive in this braindead novel. And like some ROB or GOD answering his prayers for having fun on his decision, a mechanical voice spind in his mind and a blue transparent panel appeared in front of his eye. [Ding!] [System Activated!] Detecting the host's desire to alter the original storyline. Activating [Villain System]… Alex’s relief is short-lived when he discovers the system’s peculiar goal: [Ding!] [Mission Unlocked: Eliminate the moles planted by Rose in the Reid Industries.] Reward: $10 billion in cash upon mission completion. With his life on the line and a mission ahead, Alex embarks on his journey to survive the braindead Novel. Will he be able survive or fall victim to the Plot Armor son Aka Protagonist. Well that is for the future Alex to decide and know and you readers…

High school student Kiara Meitner is apart of the secret organization of Wardens. Her resolve is to protect the world from evil cursed spirits. Her relatively normal life is thrust is thrust upside down as she becomes of a large conspiracy far bigger than she thought she knew. There are those who work in the shadows- many with not pure intentions. Everything she once knew will soon come to question. As the scales of justice tip, only one side of the conflict can ultimately survive. Will she defend her beliefs or will she let the revelations change the course of her fate forever.

This novel is about a boy who suffered a lot in his previous life. He wanted to protect the people he loved but couldn't because he was nobody. But now, he has been granted a new life. In this life, he wants to become a better person, to have a life that he will never regret. And most importantly, to protect the people he cherishes. However, the world will not let him do that easily.

When Rayne Weston wakes up from a year long coma, she finds herself bound to a multiplier system. Before her life has time to normalize, she receives a premonition that the end of the world is coming. Making full use of her system, she starts preparing for every and any situation! Having access to limitless supplies makes Rayne a shining star in the apocalypse, but will she be able to stay safe in this new unruly world? posted free chapters on Royal Road #survival #apocalypse #system #romance #powercouple #foodie #R18+

MATURE CONTENT WARNING!!: These people be getting freaky in the sheets! "You think I haven’t noticed your eyes on me?" Kai En's voice was dangerously low, his lips curled into a cruel smile. "The way they linger— you can’t decide whether to kill me or kiss me. Am I right, little alpha?" ... For as long as Jun could remember, vengeance had been his only purpose. The last survivor of a disgraced family, he vowed to tear down the empire that destroyed his life, starting with its most prized jewel—Prince Feng Kai En.  Now, under the guise of Xiao Liu, a lowly servant in the prince’s retinue, he plans his revenge. But nothing could have prepared him for what awaited within the palace walls. Neither Xiao Liu’s sharp blades nor detailed plans were good enough to fall the man behind the title. Every failed assassination attempt and heated exchange left him more entangled with the man he was meant to destroy. Kai En—ruthless, untouchable, and powerful. An alpha in the eyes of all. Xiao Liu uncovered the prince’s greatest secret—beneath the façade lay something far more dangerous and vulnerable. Something Xiao Liu intended to exploit. Duty had always been Kai En’s burden. Yet Xiao Liu’s presence stirred emotions long buried—desires with no place in his world. Every attempt on his life only deepened the prince’s fascination, pulling him into the chaos Xiao Liu brought. As war looms and enemies close in, their dangerous dance intensifies. Desire grows where hate once ruled, pulling them into a storm of violence, lust, and something deeper. “You’ll never belong to anyone else,” Xiao Liu snarled, his lips finding Kai En’s neck again, biting down hard. “Not her. Not anyone. You belong to me.” Xiao Liu knows Kai En is the key to his revenge, but the more their lives tangle, the harder it becomes to tell if it’s vengeance he craves… or the prince himself. And Kai En must face the ultimate test that could break his kingdom and heart. Can Xiao Liu destroy the man he’s come to obsess over, or will he fall first?

Reborn in another world, Luke expected adventure, fame, and power worthy of a hero. But fate decided otherwise. Instead of a blessing, he received a gift — the power to absorb creatures and adopt their abilities. A curse or a gift? As Luke searches for an answer, the world around him collapses, and his power is hunted by those who leave no witnesses. What price will you have to pay for survival? And what will it taste like?

--- Beneath Her Surface follows the life of Lolita, a young woman who finds herself trapped in the grip of a dangerous and manipulative world. Born into poverty, with a mother who needs constant care, Lolita’s life has always been a struggle. But when she becomes entangled with the wealthy and powerful Monica, who introduces her to a lavish yet perilous new world, Lolita is forced to confront her own strength and resilience. As she is thrust into a masquerade of wealth, deceit, and control, Lolita must navigate the tricky dynamics of those around her, including Sofian SAI, the enigmatic figure at the heart of it all. Monica’s cold manipulation and the glittering allure of the life she promises tug at Lolita, but her deep love for her family and her desire for freedom remain her guiding light. Every move she makes is a calculated step toward something bigger — a step toward proving that she is not just another pawn in someone else’s game, but a woman with a mind of her own. The story explores themes of power, survival, and the complexities of personal sacrifice. As Lolita takes risks, faces betrayals, and fights for her place in the world, she uncovers the deeper strength that lies within her — one that may be enough to alter the course of her life and free her from the strings others try to pull. ---

Lil Lisa was on the brink of marrying Gu Sheng, a billionaire infamous for his ruthless reputation and chilling rumors that surrounded him—specifically, whispers that he had assassinated four of his fiancees, leaving a trail of fear in his wake. His icy glare and unyielding demeanor had earned him a notorious status, causing many to tremble at the mere mention of his name. On their wedding day, after the celebration had settled into an uneasy silence, Lisa turned to him, her heart pounding, and boldly said, "Let's get a divorce." Her voice trembled with a mix of defiance and uncertainty. Gu Sheng met her words with an unsettling calm, his dark eyes locking onto hers with an intensity that left her breathless. "Stop talking about divorce," he stated evenly, each word laced with an authority that sent a chill down her spine.

With unmatched talent, but a fate sealed by a terminal illness, Jeong Yeon-Shin challenges his destined death for a chance to live. Set in a realm where elves and dwarves coexist with martial artists, this is the story of Jeong Yeon-shin, a genius fighting to extend his life against all odds.

Teresa is a timid human whose life has been a series of unfortunate events—until she meets Lucian Blackwood, a very rich and handsome man who awakens a deep, unexplainable connection within her. But Lucian, an alpha werewolf with a haunting past, is repelled by Teresa’s perceived weakness, blaming weakness for the tragedy that shaped his life. Unable to accept her as his mate, he rejects and humiliates her, leaving Teresa shattered. Just as she’s picking up the pieces, Adrian Daegon, an ancient vampire with his own dark allure, steps into her life, determined to win her heart. Now, Lucian is torn with regret, desperate to reclaim the woman he cast aside. But to do so, he must face a powerful vampire and confront his own fears—while somehow convincing Teresa to forgive his betrayal and reignite their lost bond. Can love and redemption overcome the scars of rejection, or has Lucian's cruel mistake cost him his mate forever? Torn between two powerful forces, Teresa must decide where her true destiny lies—in the fierce grip of the wolf who scorned her or the dark embrace of the vampire who vows to adore her.

Fabio Reis is surrounded with mysterious persons and death of his closed ones make him to take revenge for his fallen friends. He soon finds outs that his enemies are not humans... Instagram :- Mystryalex

Trapped in a hospital bed his entire life, Li Mingzhe's only escape was through the novels he read. But fate had other plans when a mysterious book appeared on his bedside table. Before he could even read its title, the book dragged him into its pages—straight into the body of Ambrose Rothschild, the sole heir to the illustrious Rothschild family. At first glance, his new life seems perfect: loving parents, devoted servants, and no siblings fighting for inheritance. But is this truly the peaceful second chance he yearned for? Far from it! Not only is Ambrose's body plagued with the same weakness that haunted Li Mingzhe's original life, but he's also flying blind—having never read the book he's trapped in, he lacks the story knowledge other transmigrators typically rely on! His only ray of hope? A mysterious system that promises to enhance his abilities. But what cruel twist of fate is this? The system declares his frail body can only handle improvements to his intelligence stat! And as if that weren't enough, Ambrose has been enrolled in Crono, the most prestigious magic academy where heroes and prodigies gather like moths to a flame. Now, surrounded by talented peers and trapped in the web of noble politics, can Li Mingzhe leverage his one advantage—his brilliant mind—to survive? With countless eyes watching his every move as the Rothschild heir, will he crumble under the crushing weight of expectations? Or will he prove that in a world of overwhelming magical might, intelligence can be the most formidable weapon of all?

How will Ophelia survive an apocalyptic setting when she's trapped inside their campus with bunch of monsters lurking? If given the chance to be a hero, will she refuse to be the villain or be the anti-hero? "The fate of the world is in your hands now, Ophelia."

Elara’s life has always been small. As an Omega in a world ruled by Alphas, she’s spent years invisible, her head bowed, her voice silent. No wolf, no power, no place in the pack. Just a servant, forgotten in the shadows. But on the night of the Mating Ball, one clumsy mistake changes everything. A spilled glass of wine. A Lycan King’s fury. And then—the bond. Kael Draven is everything Elara is not. Cold. Commanding. Ruthless. The Lycan King doesn’t have time for weakness, especially not in a mate. So when the Moon Goddess binds him to an Omega—a powerless, insignificant Omega—he’s furious. It’s a mistake. A betrayal. And he’ll do whatever it takes to break it. But the bond isn’t so easily ignored. It pulls at him, a constant, maddening thread tying him to her. And the more he fights it, the more he notices her—her quiet strength, her sharp wit, the way her dark eyes seem to see straight through him. She’s not what he expected. She’s… more. For Elara, the bond is both a curse and a revelation. Thrust into Kael’s world, she begins to uncover secrets about herself—and the dormant power tied to the Moon Goddess that lies within her. But power comes with a price. Kael’s enemies want her. His pack fears her. And Kael himself? He doesn’t know what to do with her. As tensions rise and rival Alphas close in, Elara and Kael are forced to confront their own demons—and each other. Can they trust the bond? Can they trust themselves? In a world where strength is everything, they’ll have to decide: fight for each other, or let the world tear them apart.

Arya, a lively arts student from a middle-class family, longs to live a colorful life of art. Her flat world is turned upside down when she meets Rohan, a wunderkind in computer science, who introduces her to the enigmatic adoptive father, Mr. Veer. Always masked, Mr. Veer exudes commanding presence with his veiled sorrow, which in turn sparks within Arya a string of events that will integrate their fates for good. An unexpected scandal during Mr. Veer's grand birthday party puts Arya right in the eye of the storm. She is accused of plotting her way into a rich family, and people reject her completely, including Rohan. But Mr. Veer does not give up on her and unmasks the truth behind it, proposing a marriage of trust to save her from the judgment of society. The terrorist attack brings a twist to Arya's life. She risks her life to save her friends, and Mr. Veer sacrifices his safety to rescue her, leaving him gravely injured. Overwhelmed by guilt and love, Arya disappears for six years, dedicating herself to mastering ancient medicine. When she returns in disguise to heal Mr. Veer, her hidden identity and unwavering devotion rekindle their connection, proving that love transcends time and adversity. **Shadows Beneath the Mask** is the tale of trust, as well as the unsleeping strength in some souls, which speaks of redemption and the ultimate unveiling of life's veils.

UC country has imposed a ban on using Firearms outside of Military which caused the violence in the country to increase even more. People had only one thought in mind and that is to survive. In middle of all this is Al who has a mysterious background and is strugglling to survive along with his close friend Mike. Read to find out about their journey.

Howard an normal park ranger is thrown in another world where he must figure out how the world works and how he will survive

the main hero meurum is thrown into the outside world after only being in the sanctuary, where he is broken and rebuilt many times after meating many characters from the outside and witnessing all types of atrocities

"Whispers Beneath the Willow Tree" is a story set in a quiet mountain village, where long-buried emotions and secrets resurface when Chen Wei, a young man, returns after years away. His arrival stirs up hidden tensions, forcing Li Mei, a girl trapped by her circumstances, to confront her past and the choices that shape her future. As love and betrayal intertwine, the whispers beneath the willow tree become the only witness to their fragile bond and the storm brewing around them.