Clohe Temple

Story Introduction of Stellar Secrets: The Observer's Pact In a vast, mysterious universe, Beichen Ye from the ancient Beichen Clan has his world upended when black stars rain down on his clan's sacred temple. Amid the chaos, he discovers the powerful Cinnabar Tear. Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce's Qian Sihai detects the energy surge and moves in. Beichen Ye teams up with Chixiao from the Tianlang Battle Group. Together, they confront the mystery of an Observer's fragment and a strange wolf cub. As they explore the universe's secrets, they face the powerful Observers and dark forces. Beichen Ye must unlock the Stellar Secrets and fulfill the Observer's Pact to save the universe. Can he overcome the odds?

Six months ago, Harsh experienced something unbelievable—while visiting a sacred temple, he fell asleep beneath an ancient tree, only to wake up to the lingering warmth of a kiss and a mysterious note: "If you find the girl who kissed you in your sleep, you will find the love of your life." Convinced that his childhood friend, Shreya, was the one behind it, Harsh's feelings for her began to grow. But when his heartfelt confession is met with rejection, he realizes he may have been searching for love in the wrong place. As he navigates heartbreak, friendship, and unexpected encounters, Harsh finds himself drawn into a web of emotions—especially when other girls around him start acting suspicious. Could it be the playful and caring Vaishu, who has always been by his side? The intelligent and composed Shruti, who holds a hidden connection to the temple? Or someone he never even considered? With each clue bringing him closer to the truth, Harsh embarks on a heartfelt journey to uncover the identity of the girl who stole his first kiss—and perhaps, his heart. A story filled with romance, mystery, and the bittersweet nostalgia of first love, Finding the Girl Who Kissed Me is a tale about the moments that shape us and the people who leave an unforgettable mark on our hearts.

Bleed for Her Honor : In the mystical mountains of olden Japan, Kaizen, a monk of the secluded Kurogane Monastery, is haunted by his past as a warrior and seeks redemption through a life of devotion. His disciplined world unravels when he meets Sayuri, a beautiful and enigmatic widow living under the shadow of the cruel Lord Daigo. Drawn to her warmth and resilience, Kaizen begins to question the rigid vows that have defined his life. As their forbidden love grows in secret, Kaizen becomes entangled in Sayuri’s dangerous world, where loyalty and betrayal blur. Unbeknownst to him, Sayuri is forced to conspire with Lord Daigo, who seeks revenge against the monastery. When Kaizen abandons his vows to save her, he finds himself betrayed and cast out from the temple. Now a broken man, Kaizen must confront his deepest fears and the ghosts of his past. When he learns of Sayuri’s imprisonment by Daigo, he sets out on a perilous quest to rescue her, risking everything for the woman he loves. Amid battles, sacrifices, and moral conflict, Kaizen discovers the true cost of love and redemption in a world bound by honor and cruelty. In a tale of passion, betrayal, and sacrifice, Bleed for Her weaves a poignant story of a man who risks his soul to protect the one who broke his heart.

In the quiet village of Eldoria, nestled between ancient forests and mist-covered mountains, a young orphan named Elara discovers a mysterious, glowing amulet in the ruins of an abandoned temple. Little does she know that this amulet holds the key to a forgotten realm, a world of magic, mythical creatures, and ancient prophecies.

Based on the tale told before us, Medusa was a beautiful maiden who was seduced by Poseidon in a temple of Athena. Such a sacrilege attracted the goddess' wrath, and she punished Medusa by turning her hair to snakes. Then, the Greek hero Perseus beheaded Medusa, and he used her head, which retained its ability to turn onlookers to stone, as a weapon until he gave it to the goddess Athena to place on her shield. However, the truth was far more complex. Poseidon had attempted to seduce Medusa and failed; he then forced himself upon her. Her lover at the time, the powerful goddess Athena, saw that Medusa had fallen to the seduction of men, and in her wrath, she cursed Medusa by turning her hair to snakes. Athena then kicked Medusa out, far from her temple and home. Medusa met Perseus, but he did not kill her. Instead, he was given an artifact by Medusa that would help him on his journey, and Medusa chose to disappear from the earth. She lived in seclusion, far from the human world, wrapping her snakes in a turban if she needed to venture into the human realm, and lived alone for centuries. While the other gods and goddesses walked among humans, Medusa's tale was told as a villainess, an evil woman. That is, until a young woman in her twenties named Elysia, a beautiful woman with a heavenly voice who was not afraid of Medusa, walked into the deep water near Medusa's territory. Medusa watched the young woman from afar, and knows that she's indeed blind. Medusa and Elysia slowly became friends and daily companions, and Medusa began to grow fond of her. However, Medusa's fears started to build - would Elysia run away if she knew the truth about Medusa? Would she stay, or would she disappear? Everything descended into chaos when Poseidon and Athena found Medusa. One is finally realizing that she was mistaken about Medusa centuries ago, and the other one still want to pursue her, can't forget about Medusa. Will Medusa finally find happiness, or is she doomed by her curse?

Isaac Valen has always lived in the shadow of a dying star system—one destined to collapse into a black hole. As a lowly worker on a backwater mining colony, his life seemed insignificant, caught in the inevitability of destruction. But everything changes the day he encounters a strange artifact buried deep within ancient temple ruins. A mysterious force activates it, and Isaac is thrust into a world of power, secrets, and a system that promises him the chance to escape the coming void. What he doesn’t expect is that the artifact grants him far more than just a way to survive—it bestows upon him the ability to build and command a starship of unimaginable power. With the knowledge to construct entire fleets, establish colonies, and rise to sovereignty, Isaac finds himself tasked with more than mere survival. He is given the opportunity to forge an empire from the ruins of his shattered world. But the power to create a kingdom comes with its own set of challenges. Isaac must navigate hostile forces, both human and alien, who see him as a threat. He must recruit allies from the remnants of dying civilizations and build an empire capable of challenging the dark forces closing in on his system. And in a universe teetering on the brink of collapse, he must make impossible choices—between trust and betrayal, allies and enemies, empire and personal sacrifice. As the stars burn out and the black hole draws nearer, Isaac’s struggle to survive becomes a battle for dominance. With the power of the artifact at his command, Isaac must rise from nothing, build an empire that can stand the test of time, and fight to reclaim his place in a universe that seems bent on erasing all of humanity’s legacy. In a dying universe, the only way to survive… is to build your own empire.

Father Romeo Salvatore : You don't know who you're falling for, Karenina. Karenina: Father, forgive me for I've already sinned. *** Over privileged Alpha's daughter, Karenina Agriche is both ruthless and unforgiving. Her short temper and spoiled personality ended her up in Moon Maidens Elvatore university. Far away from her country, she got stuck in a remote and deserted place. Father Romeo Salvatore, respected professor in Moon Maidens Elvatore university finds himself falling in love with his student, Karenina . His uncontrollable urge to touch her, own her, kiss her made him walk the path of hell. However his loyalty towards his job and temple crumbled when he discovers that Karenina is his fated mate and is secretly pregnant with his cubs. Will he choose to accept his forbidden love for his student and redeem his cursed fate? Or continue to be a respected priest of Selene Grandeur temple? ^ The themes and settings ^ ° Slow burn Romance ° Has age-gap ° Touch her and you'll die type of Male lead ° He's mine type of female lead ° Powerful couple ° Blood and Gore *** • VOLUME 1: Karenina and Romeo's story (ONGOING) • VOLUME 2: Helene and Loren's story (YET TO START) • VOLUME 3: Mariyam and Luigi Mangione's story ( YET TO START) • VOLUME 4: Virginia and Alpha Dante's story ( KARENINA'S PARENTS) (YET TO START) For now there are 4 volumes I have planned, each full of different tropes and with each supporting character becoming the main character in their stories.

"Current survival rate: 0.001%" "System activated — You have taken control of the Earth's highest authority." During the awakening ceremony in class, while the school beauty mockingly brushed away the F-rank badge from my palm, no one knew that my system was refining the entire New York black hole into an experience pool. Do you think I level up too slowly? Last night, in the folding space training ground, I just used ninety-nine bolts of heavenly lightning to temper my body and break through—your ten years of hard cultivation are enough for me to tear a piece of paper. Saying I don’t have godly gear? Ten minutes ago, I casually pulled out the SSS-level "Ragnarok," and it's currently roasting the eight-headed serpent of Sakura Kingdom into skewers for a midnight snack. Laughing at my poor talent? At this moment, your S-level ice ability is dancing in my palm, while my Annihilation Domain has already devoured seven Awakener Temples across North America. When the coalition of the five major nations approaches, I sit on the Throne of Skulls, smiling lightly. Behind me, a million blood-born heirs howl to the sky, each one a death agent birthed from a disaster-level mother nest. "Kneel." "Or become the next stepping stone on my path of evolution." This world always needs a few ants, to highlight the sharpness of those who slay gods.

In the decaying heart of the Aureline Dominion, Karl Redhouse is no longer a forgotten background figure—he is the reluctant hero cursed with Return by Death. Each time death claims him, he is reborn at a predetermined “save point,” trapped in an endless cycle of loss and renewal. For centuries, this cruel fate has forced him to witness countless lives, battles, and betrayals, each rebirth etching deeper scars on his soul. But as the ruins of his crumbling world echo with the secrets of the past, Karl begins to suspect that his curse might also hold the key to his liberation. Driven by a desperate need to break the cycle, Karl embarks on a perilous journey through the forgotten districts of the Dominion. Guided by an ancient tome and the cryptic prophecy of an event known as the Eclipse of the Eternal, he delves into ruined temples and secret sanctuaries where the ancient magics of Curse and Spirit intermingle. With each step, he confronts the duality of his nature—balancing the destructive power of his Curse magic with the transcendent force of Spirit magic—in hopes of unearthing a way to rewrite his destiny. Parallel to Karl’s grim odyssey in the physical realm unfolds the vibrant digital saga of Wraithbound Chronicles. In this immersive virtual world, legendary heroes like Darian Blackwood and Lucien Ashford enact their mythic destinies, celebrated by multitudes and woven into the fabric of popular lore. While their dazzling exploits captivate the realm’s imagination, Karl’s personal struggle remains shrouded in solitude and suffering—a dark counterpoint to the heroic narratives of the game. Haunted by the echoes of countless past lives and driven by a spark of rebellious hope, Karl sets out to confront the hidden forces that control fate itself. Amid conspiracies orchestrated by secret organizations like the Inverted Sky and the looming threat of an encroaching Mirror Dimension, he must unravel the ancient mysteries of the Dominion. Only by embracing both the light and darkness within him can he hope to shatter the bonds of his cursed immortality and claim a future of his own making. In a world where death is a beginning and every resurrection is a chance to change the course of destiny, Karl Redhouse’s journey is a desperate, solitary battle against time itself—a quest to reclaim life from the clutches of eternal recurrence and to forge a destiny free from the shackles of the past.

Ji Tianqi, who fantasized about crossing into an otherworldly realm, was diagnosed as a fantasy syndrome patient. However, his extraordinary encounter in the otherworldly realm came true!!! In his first extraordinary encounter, he obtained a martial arts secret book that no one but he could master. Therefore, the team responsible for researching/treating him provided him with a prop—a chessboard! His second extraordinary encounter involved solving the Zhenlong Chess and gaining the empowerment transmission from a master, which granted him a century-old skill in minutes. From then on, the team responsible for researching/treating him became a team dedicated to assisting him. His team created an inn setting for him, where he experienced his fourth extraordinary encounter—the Orchid Acupoint Skill. With this martial art, he immobilized a criminal possessing the superpower of Instantaneous Movement. His team submitted a request report to their superiors—our hero needs to rent a temple, a temple with a Scripture Pavilion. After the superiors rejected it, they issued an important directive. "Think bigger, construct a real ancient city for him! An ancient city that includes all the headquarters of the various sects from his otherworldly fantasies!"

Chen Nuo had transmigrated to the Primordial World and surprisingly opened a shop right next to Patriarch Bodhi’s Taoist temple. Unexpectedly, the first visitor wasn’t Patriarch Bodhi, but a monkey, who traded three strands of its fur for a plate of egg-fried rice, then its eyes emitted golden lights! From then on, there was no more Great Sage Equalling Heaven Sun Wukong, only the Godly Chef Sun Wukong! Buddhism was utterly baffled, what was this situation, where was my Journey to the West, where was the grand flourishing of Buddhism? Haotian was utterly baffled, "Fuck, where is everyone? How come there’s no one in the vast Heavenly Court?" The immortals: "Who’s still in Heavenly Court now? Of course, we’re all going to eat!"

The Dayan Empire had enjoyed a reign of over thirteen hundred years. The Emperor was critically ill, the Crown Prince was regent, local immortal sects were entrenched, and central authorities were vying for power in the chaotic court. Upon waking, Xu Yuan saw a dilapidated temple in the mountain rain at night, saw the eerie, broken-armed stone Buddha, and, the mysterious woman by the fire, her face veiled by thin gauze. ... ... He had become the ultimate villain's third son, of pure heritage and legitimate lineage. The fake villain, dressed in fine garments and enjoying luxurious feasts, simply waited to be humiliated, while the real villain was caught by the Big Ice Lump and dragged across the world in flight from the start. Golden finger? Only a fake villain relied on a golden finger to get rich, a true villain dared to confront a bleak life! "If Heaven had not birthed me, Xu Changtian, villains would be as eternal as the never-ending night." "........" "Father, save me!"

"Stop following me!" Asher yelled, his patience running thin. He had let it slide for too long because she had done a lot for him. But now she was everywhere, suffocating him. "I’m only trying to protect you," she responded. Asher sighed, running a hand through his hair. "I need some space, alright? I can take care of myself." She didn’t budge, and just kept staring at him with that same obsessive look, like she had no intention of leaving. "Is it because you’re strong now? Are you going to leave me because I'm no use to you anymore?” Her voice had turned cold, sharp enough to cut through the silence. “Of course not, you know that’s not the reason…” “Then why do you want me to stop following you?” “I’m just going to the restroom, for God’s sake!” He massaged his temple, clearly at his wit’s end. “Oh, you should have said that earlier.” She giggled, the earlier tension melting away. “I did,” he sighed in defeat.

Jiang Li, the legitimate daughter of a noble house, has traveled through time, becoming an insignificant character in a domineering CEO romance, who quickly meets her demise. Confronted with the most saintly female lead and the domineering male lead of the novel, Jiang Li instantly decides to stay away from these two 'idiots', focusing instead on making her own family illustrious. What to do with her genuine brother, who plays a lovestruck second male lead and is a complete wastrel? Jiang Li ships him off to a transformational variety show where the prodigal son becomes instantly famous, eventually becoming a movie emperor; What about the illegitimate younger brother who's always acting like a goody two shoes to win favor in the family? Jiang Li leads by example as the top student, turning the faker into a model student, and paves his way from undergraduate to doctoral studies; And what of her autistic cousin who constantly locks himself away in a dark room, weeping? Jiang Li prescribes the right remedy, turning the melancholic poet into the king of songs at the Temple of Heaven, his love ballads bringing millions of young girls to tears; Thus, the once wavering and declining noble Jiang family rises under Jiang Li's management, becoming the most respected and well-mannered leading family in the capital. The first time Jiang Li meets that man, he had just finished chasing a herd of runaway cows, his face redder than the sun with high altitude flush. He extends his hand to her with a grin, introducing himself, "Hello, I am Zhao Daniu." Jiang Li stares at his muddy hand, still emitting an unidentified smell: "......" A silent rejection, thank you. Upon their next encounter, he has transformed completely, now the distinguished and formidable heir of the Gu family, his presence as refreshing as a breeze in the moonlight, peerlessly noble. He extends his hand again: "Hello, I am Gu Yu, I hear your family is in need of a man to take charge, do you think I'm suitable?" All members of the Jiang family leap out: "No! We don't need one!"

The Shadow Weaver The world belongs to the High Lord—a tyrant who wields forbidden magic, commands an army of the deathless, and mutates creatures into unstoppable warriors. No army can stand against him. No weapon can end him. He is becoming something beyond human. But Voss is not like other warriors. She is the last of Skaikru, the lost order of air mages, and the only living shadow mage. Bonded to Drakonix, a six-headed hydra feared by all, she fights not just for revenge but to tear down the empire that destroyed her people. When the rebellion known as The Varden suffers loss after loss, Voss joins their cause. Their only hope lies in two paths: 1. The Shadowforged Blade – A weapon of legend, hidden in a temple guarded by ancient spirits, the only thing capable of severing the High Lord’s power. 2. The Betrayal Within – Striga, one of the High Lord’s Nine Generals, has turned against him. She knows his secret weakness—but earning her trust won’t be easy. As war ignites, the elves, long withdrawn from mortal affairs, are forced to return. The High Lord’s dark sorcery threatens even them, and only by joining forces with Voss can they hope to stop him. But the High Lord is no longer just a man. He has opened a portal to an eldritch realm, drawing power from something older than time. The final battle will decide the fate of the world. Voss must embrace her power or risk losing everything. Because if the High Lord cannot be stopped—nothing will survive.

Talyra starts experiencing vivid dreams of a world she doesn’t recognize—ruins, a glowing pendant, and the feeling of being someone else. Strange emotions hit her at random moments—an ache when she sees the ocean, a flicker of fear when shadows stretch too long. Her art reflects things she’s never seen before: a knight with storm-gray eyes, a red-haired woman with twin daggers, a crumbling temple.

Bored in class, Ivaim suddenly transmigrates into a world plagued with Fractured Realities. A century ago, Reality Masters suddenly arrived— bringing a wave of terror over the planet. Just as the people despaired, they began to discover "Threshold Items" which allowed them to enter the domains of these Reality Masters. They had two options starting from there : One, to become a Reality Walker— a person marked and blessed by a Reality Master, fighting by their side in order to defend against other Reality Masters. Or to become a Reality Ruiner— A person who kills Reality Masters, directly consuming and taking over the powers that they posses! However, to Ivaim, he seemed to have taken on a different path. As he looked towards his own body, he sighed as he realized that he was neither a Reality Walker, nor a Reality Ruiner. —He had somehow become a Reality Master. ... [Volume 1 : The First Fall] (Ongoing) 10 Golden tickets = Extra Chapter

In a world where ancient powers and prophecies dictate the fates of men, Kael is a young warrior with a dark past. A survivor of the destruction of his village—a tragedy he has long believed was a random act of violence—Kael discovers the shocking truth that it was no accident. His village was destroyed as part of a much larger, more sinister plan. At the heart of this plan is Kael himself. Born under a rare celestial alignment, Kael is the fated Betrayer—a child of two worlds who will either destroy or save an ancient artifact known as the Heart of the Betrayer, a powerful force that has the potential to either reshape the world or plunge it into darkness. As Kael begins to uncover the mysteries of his origins, he is drawn into a web of ancient prophecies, gods, and dark forces that seek to control him. His journey takes him across war-torn lands, from the ruins of his home to forbidden temples hidden deep beneath the earth. Along the way, he is joined by allies like Liora, a fierce warrior and sorceress who believes in Kael's potential but fears the darkness growing within him. The closer Kael gets to the truth, the more his powers, fueled by the Void, threaten to overwhelm him. The Void is a force older than time itself, a manifestation of chaos and destruction, and Kael's connection to it is both his strength and his curse. He must battle not only the forces that seek to control him but also the very darkness within himself. Haunted by visions of the future, where he wields the Heart and becomes either a savior or the harbinger of doom, Kael must choose his path. But with every step, the prophecy seems to be driving him toward a terrible fate he cannot escape. Will Kael be consumed by the Void, or will he rise above the darkness and reshape his destiny? As ancient gods make their moves and the world teeters on the brink of destruction, Kael’s choices will determine the fate of all. Rise of the Fallen is an epic fantasy action novel that weaves together themes of fate, power, and choice, exploring the internal battle between light and dark. Filled with betrayal, ancient secrets, and unbreakable destinies, this story will keep readers on the edge of their seats, wondering what path the Betrayer will ultimately choose.

In the shadow-cloaked village of Thorn Hollow, where the woods hum with secrets and children vanish into the dark, seventeen-year-old Elara Veyne is cursed twice over: by the villagers who blame her for every withered crop and empty cradle, and by the Thorn Pendant she wears—a relic of her mother’s disappearance, now pulsing with a corrupting heat. When the forest’s whispers sharpen into a song only she can hear, Elara defies the mob’s fury to follow it, dragging along Kael, the blacksmith’s sardonic son, whose loyalty is as much a mystery as the Veil itself. What they find is no mere nightmare. A forgotten temple, slick with ancient blood, reveals a truth that claws at Elara’s veins: her mother was no victim, but a traitor. The Veil, a living barrier between worlds, is fraying, and the Veyne women have always been its keepers—each generation bound by thorn and sacrifice to weave its thread. Now, the same rot that devoured Elara’s mother spreads through her, blackening her blood, as Shadowfangs stalk the woods and the stolen children scream from beyond the Veil. To mend it, Elara must become the anchor her ancestors feared, her soul stitched into the thorns. But the Veil is no lifeless wall. It hungers. It remembers. And it whispers promises: of power, of vengeance, of a truth that could unravel Kael’s faith and turn Elara’s sacrifice into a weapon for the twisted gods who crave the Veil’s fall. The deeper they dig, the clearer the choice—bleed for a world that hates her, or let it burn. But some secrets are sharp enough to cut both ways.

[GL][MATURE] I've had it with love, sex, and women—I'm joining the temple to enjoy a pure and drama-free life of celibacy. Or rather, that was the plan until I found out that acolytes need to purge all lust from their bodies before becoming priestesses. The High Priestess says my purge will involve seven steamy nights at The Sapphic Satyr: the classiest lesbian pleasure house in the Queendom. Do I sleep my way through the lovely monster lady courtesans and purge myself of lust forever, or do I give up my dream of temple life? What's a girl to do!?

In the Tripeak Continent, a young man emerges and shocks the world—not for his heroic deeds, but for his infamy. ____ Xenon, a newly graduated archaeologist, was suddenly teleported to the Tripeak Continent while searching for artifacts. There, he discovered a system bound to his soul. To grow stronger, he must act arrogantly, earn hate points, and summon powerful subordinates! Slap everyone in his path, kick temple masters, and make emperors bow before him! Join Xenon on his journey to dominate the Tripeak Continent! ___ Warning: The author is a newbie!

Growing up, Evelyn had always wanted to be a pirate. But being the only orphan girl of an island, working day in and out with no family to go home to, she was worked to the bone. She was done with living the life she was forced to for the last 19 years. She escapes and and in a storm awakens at the temple of a Siren Goddess. Unaware of a deal stricken with her absent parents and the Siren, she's granted a system. Now back on the island and with the help of a few friends, she's truly free to sail the seas. She soon finds out the sea isn't for the faint of heart as dark forces seem to be lurking in every corner of the planet in pursuit of all Sirens. On a mission to become the greatest pirate to sail the seas of Neptune, now she must seek out and save her Siren sisters. Evelyn is fired up the set the world on fire!

In the heart of Central Asia, where empires rise and fall like the shifting sands, a warrior emerges who will shape history with his sword, his strategy, and his unwavering faith. Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni—a name that would echo across centuries as both a conqueror and a patron of culture—sets out on a relentless campaign to expand his empire, challenge the mightiest rulers, and carve his place among history’s greatest kings. Mahmud, the eldest son of Sabuktigin, inherits not just his father’s kingdom but also his unyielding ambition. Born into the rugged lands of Ghazni, he learns early that power is not given; it is seized through blood, battle, and sheer will. But with great power comes great enemies—both within his court and beyond the frontiers of his realm. The story of The Iron Falcon is one of war, betrayal, loyalty, and a vision greater than one man’s thirst for conquest. The Rise of a Conqueror From the moment Mahmud ascends the throne, he faces opposition from his own family. His brother, Ismail, backed by courtly conspirators, attempts to claim the crown, igniting a bitter power struggle. But Mahmud is no ordinary ruler—his mind is as sharp as his sword. Through clever alliances and ruthless military tactics, he secures his place as the unchallenged Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire. Yet, this victory is merely the beginning. Determined to extend his dominion, Mahmud sets his eyes on the rich lands of India, where the Hindu Shahi kings rule with immense wealth and influence. His ambition is not just territorial; he believes he has a divine mission—to spread the glory of his empire, establish Islamic governance, and secure untold treasures to strengthen his rule. The Battles That Shaped an Empire With his most trusted general, Malik Ayaz, at his side, Mahmud launches a series of daring military campaigns. His army, a formidable force of cavalry, archers, and fearless warriors, storms the strongholds of Northern India, clashing with the legendary Raja Jayapala in the Battle of Peshawar (1001 AD). The fierce resistance of the Hindu Shahi kings tests Mahmud’s strength, but his brilliant tactics and relentless pursuit of victory prove overwhelming. Yet, conquest is never simple. As Mahmud advances deeper into the subcontinent, he encounters the resilience of Raja Anandapala, who unites rival kings in a desperate bid to repel the Ghaznavid forces. The ensuing battles are fierce, with betrayals, shifting alliances, and moments of brutal warfare that define the era. Through it all, Mahmud remains steadfast—an iron falcon soaring above the battlefield, always striking with precision and power. Betrayal, Glory, and the Clash of Civilizations While Mahmud’s sword carves empires, his mind thirsts for knowledge. Unlike mere warlords, he is a patron of scholars, poets, and architects. He invites the brilliant Al-Biruni, a polymath whose wisdom transcends borders, to document the vast lands and cultures Mahmud encounters. The Persian poet Firdawsi, author of the Shahnameh, also graces his court, though their relationship takes a dark turn when Mahmud, consumed by his ambitions, fails to appreciate the poet’s genius. But amidst the grandeur of conquest and culture, danger lurks within Mahmud’s own court. His trusted advisors whisper of betrayals, his allies waver, and the political games of viziers and rival warlords threaten to destabilize his empire. Even those closest to him—loyal generals and royal confidants—begin to question the weight of his relentless campaigns. One of the most defining moments of Mahmud’s reign comes with the legendary attack on Somnath (1025 AD). The opulent temple, known for its immense wealth and religious significance, becomes the ultimate prize. To some, Mahmud is a liberator; to others, he is a plunderer. The battle for Somnath becomes not just a military conquest but a clash of civilizations, where faith, power, and destiny collide. The Legacy of the Iron Falcon

Eirik Boris was never the type to accept a deal nor offer quickly, but with the girl in front of him, the riot that’s currently going on in the kingdom, and the rumor of the old king's bloodline, there are just too many things at stake. He looked at her with his eyes full of doubts, knowing very well that not only his life was at stake, but his region, too. But at the same time, if the girl in front of him is who she claimed to be, then a new beginning shall begin in the kingdom. It will be a new dawn of glory, a new turn—around, especially for the commoners. With a sharp blade in her hand, unlike anything Eirick had ever seen, which had a crystal that had a glinting red onyx at its end, the girl stepped into the long, narrow bridge, ready to prove that she was from the bloodline of the old king. “If you fail, I’ll surely deliver you to the king myself.” Eirik made it sound like a warning, and like he was not interested in her at the same time. But deep down, Eirick cared. If this girl turns out to be carrying the blood of the old king, then things will turn around for great. And if not, then he’d gladly deliver her to the king. At least, by doing that, he’d still have to keep his head, his family, and his region. And maybe, just maybe, the king will give him a limited punishment, but not a death sentence. “I won't fail,” Eirick heard her replying without turning, her voice full of uncertainty, though. Eirik held his daughter's hand, leading her back slowly, his armor bearer following, and then the nobles, a hundred of them who had come to watch the so-called girl who claimed to be carrying the blood of the old king venturing to the narrow bridge where she would recover what was left behind by the Old king himself. Before the old king vanished, he had said that only his true bloodline could cross the narrow bridge and retrieve what he had hidden there. Many people had come to attempt it, all of them claiming to be the son or daughter of the old king, and all of them had failed. This girl won't be an exception, at least, that's what they thought, not until the unexpected happened. As usual, the ghost guardian of the bridge, a being forged from magic with extraordinary abilities, emerged from the chasm of the bridge, standing tall and proud in front of the girl with a rapier in his hand. He didn't give the girl a chance to blink; he charged, the sound of metal against metal filling the air, sparkles flying out, and groaning of the two filled the atmosphere, too. And then, when everyone thought the girl would fail like the rest, they noticed her body shimmering, a great aura coming out of her body like a mist, her hair flaring in flame like a ghost rider, but she was not. And then, the blade radiated extra light, before the girl took full transformation herself. She easily bypassed the ghost as he presented his attack, moving with the grace of a leaf dancing in the wind, but in a blur that everyone hardly saw her moving. Before the ghost could wheel to face her, the girl struck him hard at the temple with the hilt of her blade, followed by a kick in the chest, which sent the ghost tumbling down the bridge. Normally, a ghost shouldn't feel attacked or get hit since he's partially invincible, but the girl was not ordinary either. She’s from the lineage of King Saul, making her the rightful heir to the kingdom of Agapanthus, and she just proved that to everyone by defeating an undefeatable foe.

In a world where ancient magic and hidden powers shape the fate of all, Luna Everly, a young woman with a mysterious connection to the moon, discovers she is the last descendant of the Moon Priestess—a legendary figure destined to unlock the secrets of the Moon Temple, a place of immense power and danger. When Luna accidentally awakens an ancient pendant tied to her heritage, she becomes the target of the Bloodfang Pack, a ruthless werewolf clan, and the Shadow Council, a group of immortal beings who seek to use the temple’s power for their own dark purposes. With the help of Kael Blackthorn, the brooding and protective Alpha of the Shadowmoon Pack, and Lyra, a mysterious ally with secrets of her own, Luna must embrace her destiny and learn to control the magic within her. As Luna and Kael grow closer, their bond deepens into a love that defies the chaos around them. But the path to the temple is fraught with danger, from deadly enemies to ancient guardians who test Luna’s heart and spirit. Along the way, Luna uncovers the truth about her parents’ sacrifice, the temple’s connection to her past, and the immense responsibility she carries as the Moon Priestess. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Luna must confront her deepest fears, harness her growing powers, and decide whether to embrace her destiny—or risk losing everything she loves. Shadows of the Fated Moon is a thrilling tale of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery, where the line between enemy and ally blurs, and the power of the moon holds the key to salvation—or ruin.

In the bustling, magical marketplace of Velanthra, Elara, a young woman marked by a mysterious silver sigil on her temple, searches for a rare shard of starlight. Her quest leads her to Kael, a enigmatic man with an otherworldly presence, who possesses the very shard she seeks. Their encounter is interrupted by the sudden arrival of a Harbinger, a chaotic creature that hunts those touched by fate. Kael reveals that Elara’s mark is not a curse but a key to a powerful destiny. He is a Fatebinder, a guardian of the threads that weave the fabric of reality, and he has been searching for her. As the Harbinger closes in, Kael and Elara are forced to flee, embarking on a perilous journey to unlock the secrets of her mark. Together, they navigate a world of ancient magic, hidden prophecies, and dangerous foes. Along the way, their bond deepens, blending romance with the urgency of their mission. Elara must learn to harness her latent powers, while Kael struggles with his own haunted past and the weight of his duty. As they uncover the truth about the silver sigil, they realize that Elara’s destiny is intertwined with the fate of their world. She must choose between saving it or risking its destruction. With the Harbinger and other dark forces relentlessly pursuing them, Elara and Kael face a race against time to fulfill their roles in the grand tapestry of fate.

Elara, a determined young woman, embarks on a thrilling journey to uncover the hidden truths of her family's past after discovering an enigmatic letter in her late grandmother's attic. This letter hints at long-buried secrets and a connection to an ancient civilization that once thrived in a mysterious town. As Elara delves deeper into her family's history, she encounters Adrian, a charismatic yet enigmatic stranger who seems to have knowledge of her lineage. Together, they follow a cryptic map that leads them to an underground cave filled with remnants of the past. However, as they unravel the mysteries, Elara faces betrayal from Adrian, forcing her to reassess whom she can trust. With the help of local allies and a wise old woman, Elara learns about a family curse linked to an ancient artifact that holds immense power. As she navigates treacherous traps and uncovers shocking revelations, Elara's quest becomes a race against time to prevent those who wish to keep the town's secrets buried from succeeding. The journey tests her courage, intelligence, and resolve as she confronts dark forces and unearths painful truths about her ancestry. As tensions rise and sacrifices are made, Elara emerges transformed but aware that not all shadows have been dispelled. The story culminates in a climactic battle at an ancient temple, where Elara must decide how to wield the power she has uncovered. "Secrets Beneath the Shadows" is a gripping tale of mystery and adventure that explores themes of trust, identity, and the enduring impact of the past. As Elara returns home, she realizes that her journey is far from over; new adventures await, and more secrets linger just beneath the surface.

Jai, along with his few classmates and teachers were sucked into a portal. When they came to their senses they where laying on the rocky ground of an ancient ruin of an abandoned temple. Jai recognises the place or rather the world they have arrived in, they were in the world of Terra Fantasy, a not so popular game that he plays. Now with no possible way to their world they have to survive in this foreign world, get strong and maybe find a way home. ************************************* As they explore their surroundings Jai discovers something horrifying; that they were in the worst place possible they can be in the world of Terra Fantasy. ************************************* Note: English is not my first language so please if you can, ignore any grammatical mistakes I make.

This is a R18 book. It has a good amount of romance and smut . ********************************** “Your scent,” he rasped, as if his wolf and human sides were colliding. “I can’t… resist…. I can’t resist your scent.” Selene’s back hit the wall, and she realized she had nowhere left to go. Lykos closed the distance between them, his body mere inches from hers. She could feel the heat radiating off him, matching the heat going through her body. His hand reached out, brushing against her cheek, and she flinched at the contact. His touch was surprisingly gentle giving the situation she found herself in. “I warned you Selene. And I tried to stay away,” he murmured, “But the bond… it’s too strong. You’re mine, Selene.” ********************************** Selene, a dedicated scholar of ancient civilizations, lives a life steeped in the study of forgotten histories. Her days are spent lecturing, researching, and immersing herself in texts that others often overlook. But everything changes when she stumbles upon an obscure article about the ancient ruins of Veyrath. A place long thought to be little more than a legend. What catches her attention is not just its ancient mystery, but the unsettling fact that it has been completely ignored by historians and archaeologists alike. Compelled by an inexplicable force, Selene sets out to uncover the truth behind the abandoned temple. As she explores its crumbling walls, she discovers a relic that awakens something within the temple. The ground trembles, the walls shift, and something ancient stirs beneath the earth, determined to reclaim what was once imprisoned…

This novel offers a plethora of epic battles and heartwarming scenes, vividly detailed to immerse readers into every chapter. Told from the first-person perspective of Elena Fearis, the protagonist, the story brings to life every emotion and action with remarkable clarity. --- Elena Fearis, a devoted Priestess of the Sun Temple, dashed into the sacred halls of the temple in Toffa Village. Her purpose? To cast a forbidden spell—the Hero Summoning Ritual. This was her last and only hope to save her beloved village, now under siege by ferocious ogres who ruthlessly slaughter and devour its residents. With desperate determination, Elena invokes the ancient magic, summoning an unlikely savior—a samurai from Japan's Edo period named Ryuji Honda. What fate lies ahead for the pair? Will Ryuji Honda, a warrior from a distant time, rise to the challenge and defeat the monstrous ogres? Or will they both be consumed by the chaos that threatens to engulf Toffa Village? Dive into this gripping tale where two lives from different worlds intertwine, bringing light to the darkest of moments. ( Please follow my Instagram at @matakatra.writer_eng )