Contemporary Setting

A forgotten kingdom. A sacred vow. A journey home across centuries. Centuries ago, the fate of a young Vietnamese noblewoman became entwined with the rise and fall of the Champa kingdom. Her name was Thanh Mai—a girl of silken grace and iron spirit, whose heart beat with forbidden love and a fierce loyalty to truth. Her story was nearly lost… until one man dared to follow its echo. In modern-day California, Kien Quoc—a quiet Vietnamese-American engineer—receives his father’s dying wish: return to Vietnam and uncover the roots of their family’s past. His journey leads him into the heart of central Vietnam, where sacred towers sleep beneath moss and myth, and where the memory of Champa lingers in song, stone, and silence. Guided by dreams and joined by Sari, a Balinese journalist equally devoted to Southeast Asia’s lost civilizations, Kien stumbles upon a revelation that challenges history, identity, and the very idea of nationhood. Along the way, they unearth a secret chamber beneath the holy valley of My Son—and within it, a truth that changes everything. Told in sweeping, poetic prose, Last Song of the Nation weaves together two timelines: the fall of Champa through the eyes of a young woman trapped between war and destiny, and a contemporary quest for heritage, love, and healing. At its core lies a question that haunts generations: What do we owe the past, and what can it still teach us today? This is a novel of memory and migration, of culture and compassion, of spirits that never die and songs that still carry across the wind.

This work portrays the perspective of Yuhanna, a masochist, as she falls into a state lower than livestock, ultimately becoming a mere human toilet. This is an extremely dark and hardcore explicit story. It delves into almost all hardcore genres feasible in a modern setting, excluding fantastical elements. Hardcore | Dark | Masochist | Submission |Incest| SM | R18 | SMUT

Aurora, the most sought-after courtesan, was consumed by her obsession with avenging her family’s death by murdering the king. However, fate took an unexpected turn when she unknowingly saved the very man she despised, setting in motion a series of unforeseen troubles.

Opal and her four brothers—Ash, Brooks, Ridge, and Forrest—are quintuplets born into a powerful werewolf pack. Their 18th birthday brings more than just their first shift—it unlocks extraordinary powers, setting them apart from the rest of their kind. But with this new strength comes danger. Azeala, a dangerous witch with a vendetta against their bloodline, is hunting them.

Max is a 16-year old highschool student who was born with superhuman abilities after being attacked at school by a group of evil sorcerer's on top of being framed for setting a building on fire along with his childhood friend Lena who gets dragged into the world of the supernatural max has to overcome many challenges while fighting against demons and other mythical creatures

The world has gone through a drastic change. People are blessed with heaven's blessings and are born with abilities. In this vast world, there are different persons fighting within themselves for different reasons. Aoki Arata - Ability unknown. Said to be the strongest. Weaker than the boss. Arsenal - space manipulation. Serves the boss. The boss -??? The battle that shook the gods, begins now! This story moves through different time periods and the characters, story setting, and everything else changes from generation to generation. The first generation is just a prologue.

What does it feel like to find yourself inside the novel of an author you hated? How will you survive in a world that's filled with cliché? Well, something similar happened here. Once there was an unpopular fantasy novel author. However, for certain reasons, he died a pathetic death. Later he found out that the world he reincarnated in was the same as the novel of an author he hated the most. The only person he never wanted to talk to again…he was reincarnated inside that very person’s novel. This is his story! The story of the man who was known by the name “Zero” in his second life. The story of how he survived without plot armor in a world filled with cliché situations, only in the favor of the MC of that novel. This is, the Author’s Reincarnation in a Fantasy Setting!! ---------------------------- The cover image is not mine and I can remove it if the original owner wants. A/N - The mc is the anti-hero type and the reasons for why he is like that and what happened in his past will be revealed as you move forward in the story. UPDATE SCHEDULE - 2 CHAPTER/DAY Join the discord server - https://discord.gg/ssWjUZ4dND

The female protagonist is a wildly popular heartthrob with a natural halo. The male protagonist is a crazily obsessed and self-abasing loyal dog. Qiu Shu, the top scholar’s daughter, is pure, elegant and incomparably enchanting, captivating countless admirers. Being favored by the eldest prince, the most handsome man in the capital, and becoming his wife in a single move is truly the pride of a poor student. However, what they don’t know is that the seemingly bright and splendid female protagonist lives in a battlefield of jealousy every day. The cute and adorable young empress is unusually attached to her. The gentlemanly and upright young empress dowager has an ambiguous relationship with her. Even her aloof and proud eldest prince is actually a gloomy and petty jealous husband. [Reading Guide] 1. This novel is 1v1. The male protagonist is truly humble. Don’t read if you dislike it. 2. Male pregnancy. The female protagonist is loved by everyone. 3. There are one-sided yuri feelings. The female protagonist is straight. Don’t read if you dislike it!

One-line summary: She is his lifelong obsession, to the point where he was willing to be a third wheel, scorned by society, just to wedge his way into her relationship with her fiancé. Synopsis: Cold-hearted and indifferent female lead + Scheming and subservient CEO male lead Summary: Rong Xiu’s biggest regret in life was missing out on Fan Xia. He secretly loved Fan Xia for 7 years. Watched her go public with her boyfriend. Watched her kiss her boyfriend at their wedding. Until that man blissfully nestled in Fan Xia’s arms, obtaining everything he could only dream of. The crazy jealousy stripped away his hidden secret love, layer by layer, burning like wildfire. Fan Xia, how can I have you! 【Reading and Trigger Warning Guide】 1. Female dominant, male submissive, male pregnancy 2. Male lead schemes his way to the top, male competition Author: Hai Da Ren

“I lost my crown, my home, and my name—then he showed up again.” Celeste was born to rule: beautiful, brilliant, and always in control. Until the night the Xia‘s empire fell—and she became just a girl with no place to belong. Nolan returned, no longer the quiet boy in the shadows. Now, he’s the storm. Dangerous. Devoted. The kind of man who doesn’t ask permission to protect what’s his. And Jett? The childhood protector turned underground king—he never stopped watching. He never stopped burning the world for her. She thought she didn’t need saving. But love has a way of finding you—especially the kind that never really left. Three heirs. One broken crown. A girl they never forgot. #RoyalRomance #ProtectiveML #LoveTriangle #EliteCircle #EmotionalPull #SlowBurn #High Society

> What happens when you lose your job, your girlfriend, and your dignity—all in one day? Chan Chen Lyan just turned thirty. Instead of celebrating, he finds himself jobless, heartbroken, and betrayed by those he trusted most. With nowhere to go and nothing left to lose, he drowns his sorrow in beer and isolation—until a spontaneous decision to build a gaming PC becomes the start of something unexpected. As he immerses himself in the fantasy world of Qing Emperor, his reality begins to blur. But when he collapses from exhaustion, the world he wakes up in… isn’t his own. Is this madness, a dream, or a second chance? A gripping blend of contemporary life, psychological struggle, and mysterious fantasy—A 30-Year-Old Uncle’s First Holiday is a raw and emotional journey about loss, escape, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.

"The Academy's Worst Student Awakens: A System-Powered Martial Arts Revolution" Four years at the bottom. The martial arts department's ultimate failure. "Defective martial arts? Oh, you mean that trash? LOL" — Everyone laughed at him. But in that moment, a mysterious system window appeared before his eyes! "ANALYZE ALL DEFECTIVE MARTIAL ARTS TO CREATE PERFECT COMBINATIONS?!" System powers. Campus romance. Overpowered growth. The legend of Martial Arts Academy begins NOW. Key Appeal Points: "Underdog Reversal" - From dead last to top of the class in spectacular fashion "Unique System" - Revolutionary defective martial arts analysis & fusion abilities "Campus Romance" - Sweet love story with brilliant study partner Ji-eun "Modern Martial Academy" - Contemporary and relatable martial arts university setting "Hidden Genius Trope" - What everyone thought was worthless becomes the ultimate cheat ability "Strategic Growth" - Not just power fantasy, but calculated progression with real consequences

Wolf Anderson, a teenage girl with fluffy grey hair and bright purple eyes that only stare at her goal of freedom for all, sets out to achieve just that. With her close friends, she is thrusted into a Universe filled with scales unimaginable and opponents even larger. Filled with determination and the drive to change the way things are, she stops at nothing to achieve her goal of setting the Universe free of the restrictive grasp of the Council and become the Prime Councilor.

Althea always knew her life wasn’t a fairytale, but she didn’t expect it to turn into a comedy of errors. When her family arranges her marriage to Adrian, the golden boy of a wealthy family, she reluctantly agrees. But just days before the wedding, Adrian drops a bombshell. A series of misunderstandings, an impulsive act to maintain the Velasco family’s honor—Althea finds herself accidentally married to Maximilian. But as the chaos unfolds, they start to wonder if this accident might have been fate’s way of arranging something they never saw coming. In "Wed, Set, Go!" love and lies collide in a whirlwind of comedy, and unexpected romance.

The Bad Setup Olivia Parker loves her independence—her career, her freedom to travel, and the life she’s built on her own terms. The last thing she wants is to be set up by her best friend, Haley. Meanwhile, Daniel, her fiancé, has been trying to do the same for his best friend, Grayson Steel. But every time they attempt to introduce Olivia and Grayson, something gets in the way. Neither knows what the other looks like—until fate steps in. When Olivia and Grayson meet by chance at a bar, their connection is instant, sparked by an impromptu game of darts. What starts as a random encounter soon feels like something more. But will they take the leap once they realize they were meant to meet all along? A slow-burn romance about fate, friendship, and love finding you when you least expect it.

The infamous White Clan robbed A-rank investigator James Ross's happiness by setting his house on fire, and—! Ross wants to get revenge on them after that event, but he must overcome obstacles to reach the leader of the White Clan with his allies.

when dreams became reality. When Dr. Apurva's life is turned upside down by the Italian mafia, she never expects to cross paths with the enigmatic and ruthless Alsono De Morreti. Their initial encounter is nothing short of explosive, setting the stage for a tumultuous relationship that oscillates between hatred and desire.

Contemporary romance / contract marriage / enemies to lovers

This is just an old story of mine......... Where I got transmigrated into the own book I wrote which the setting is in a apocalypse. Did that get pretty fast? I'm bad at explaining so just go head and read it!

She left with his ring—and a secret. Now she’s back, playing fiancée to a man who still owns her heart… and has no idea he’s a father. When Damien Blackthorn, a possessive tech mogul with a ruthless edge, reenters Sienna Rivera’s life, sparks fly. But so do lies. What happens when love, lies, and legacy collide? Author’s Note to Webnovel Editors: This is an original story written by AMA.U for Webnovel. It’s a contemporary billionaire romance with a full plot, emotional depth, and consistent upload plans. I’m actively seeking an exclusive contract for this work and am committed to long-term updates. Thank you for considering me. — AMA.U

Vaakyasatya: The Truth Weaver Genre: Indian Ancient Fantasy | Mythological | Psychological | Strategic | Caste-Dharma Conflict Narrative Style: First-person | Modern but formal Setting: Ancient India (Mahabharata Era), rural village near Hastinapura Name (Reborn): Bhadrak Original Name (Past Life): Atharva Mishra Birth: Reborn into a low-caste (Shudra) potter family Power: Once per day, can transform any false statement, belief, or claim into absolute truth, but only if: It benefits him He mentally authorizes it It is heard, believed, or said within earshot

“Do you want to know what it feels like to have players at your beck and call?” Victor Asteriscus is just like any other acolyte treading on the Magus path until his comrades betray him for a broken artifact. In a moment of desperation, he accidentally stumbles upon an abandoned academy and receives a System that can summon… players? One thing is for sure, these “players” from his old world will help him embark on a quest to develop the academy, complete various missions, and harness the power of magic. Let them kill magical beasts so that he can be promoted further? That’s too simple! With an army of fearless, immortal players and a sassy assistant fairy under him, what’s there to fear in this world full of endless dangers and mysteries? Come join Victor in building the greatest academy the world has ever seen and conquer the entire universe! Contains: LitRPG, Fantasy, Power Fantasy, Comedy(?), Western Cultivation, Settlement (Academy)/Kingdom Building, Magitech, Dungeon Diving, Crafting, Strong to Stronger MC, No Harem, and much more. Author is a great fan of WMW; however, the story has a totally different setting, magic system, and characters. This one is definitely not as grimdark as that. Other than that, this story is also based on a lot of other novels with similar setting of summoning players. The story is a bit slow pace at the start, but it will pick up once the setting is established. Disclaimers: Real company, website, and software names are used fictitiously and not intended to depict actual companies.

My both hands were lost in an accident. Despair...! But I got them back through awakening. Just with a touch I can enchant anything. Even normal knife can become A+ class equipment in my hands. Modern gate base Setting No Harem Power hiding Protagonist Identity hiding Protagonist Self Country Loving

*Caution* *This novel has so many smut scenes.* Leonard was just an ordinary, virgin office worker living an unremarkable life. The only thing that truly stood out about him was his absurdly high libido. One day, while contemplating his life, he had a strange encounter with a mysterious figure who later introduced herself as the Goddess of Lust and Love. She offered him a mission. To become her envoy and spread her faith in another world, specifically in a kingdom known for its conservative society. Now, tasked with introducing a religion of passion and pleasure to a society that wants nothing to do with either, Leonard's second life began to fill with craziness, thrill, romance, and many more genres, just like soap drama. The challenges include, but are not limited to, dealing with the strict but beautiful clerics, playing hide-and-seek with the husbands of the wives he slept with, and many more. Will he succeed in his holy and horny mission? Or will he be burned at the stake before he ever gets to enjoy the fruits of his labor?

Overworked advertising creative Lila Chen has lost faith in love—until a chance collision with Asher Novak, a reclusive tech billionaire, turns her world upside down. Thrust together on a high-stakes marketing campaign, sparks fly between Lila’s fiery ambition and Asher’s frosty reserve in this modern slow-burn romance. As they navigate glitzy penthouses, midnight confessions, and corporate betrayals, Lila must decide if she can trust her guarded heart—and Asher must learn that true power comes from vulnerability. Perfect for fans of contemporary billionaire love stories, “Cold Billionaire, Warm Heart” delivers emotional depth, sensual tension, and a triumphant tale of empowerment and redemption.

As a lady setting the boundaries and rules can make ones relationship feel good what happens if u feel to do so. as ladies making rules isn't the real deal but making the rules effective is the real deal

A romantic relationship between the CEO's son and a worker in an office setting is complicated by the drama and pressure stemming from their respective families. As they navigate their lives together, a hidden secret is uncovered, adding further complexity to the situation.

Does this sound familiar? The author writes a story with an academy setting, gets a DM asking for it to be rewritten, and then wakes up in his story as an extra? Yeah, that’s me right now. And just when I got an offer for it to be turned into a webtoon… Whatever. My MC’s capable, and my story’s pretty generic, so I should be able to coast on by- > SYSTEM: A new plot point has been added to make the story less predictable #$@!$!@#!

A witch, a pirate and the devil himself come knocking at destiny's doorstep for young Woodes Roger, as setting sail to look for the whispered treasure that seemingly controls the sea may lead to more sacrifice than gain. Welcome to the edge of the map, as here there be monsters.

Title: “His Billionaire Hidden Son” Genre: Contemporary Romance / Office Romance / Second Chance / Billionaire Synopsis: When Cecilia Bennett walked away from Samuel Carter’s life five years ago, she left with a broken heart—and a secret that could change everything. Now a hardworking marketing assistant at one of New York’s top corporations, Cecilia is content to keep her past buried... until fate throws her right into the path of her former flame—Samuel, now a powerful billionaire CEO and her new boss. Samuel never forgot the woman who disappeared without a trace. So when he discovers Cecilia working under his roof—and with a son who looks suspiciously like him—his world turns upside down. Determined to uncover the truth and right his past mistakes, Samuel is ready to fight for a second chance. But office walls have ears, and scandal brews when gossip of an inappropriate affair spreads. With secrets, pride, and old wounds standing in the way, can Samuel and Cecilia learn to trust each other again before love slips away a second time?