Time To Shine By Rachel Reid

Wei  Zhong opened his eyes to the soft rustle of spirit grass beneath a pale morning sky and realized he’d been born into a frail, withering body. Three days. That was all the time he had. Yet a quiet certainty settled in his chest. He carried a forbidden gift: the Art of Temporal Exchange. By giving up a sliver of his hard‑won cultivation, he could roll back his own life, buying precious years. With a steady breath, he relinquished his Eighth‑Layer cultivation and felt ten years’ worth of vitality flood back into his veins. Weaker in his realm, perhaps—but alive in every sense.

For Thyme, a university student wrestling with a profound fear of rejection and a fractured past, life is a constant puzzle. But when an unexpected escape alongside the magnetic, infuriating Meta leads them to a shared, tearful déjà vu at Hua Hin Beach, the puzzle shatters, hinting at a connection that defies explanation and an echo of forgotten emotions. As Thyme is flung through time, jolting between his chaotic present and the perilous underworld of the 1990s, he uncovers a startling revelation: he and Meta were once secretly entwined, their deep bond mysteriously severed by an unseen hand. In the present, Meta stumbles upon his father's hidden secrets: a mysterious notebook and an old telephone. The notebook reveals cryptic pleas from a Meta in the 1990s, desperately urging him to save Thyme from a deadly fate that will unfold in the future, hinting that the timeline itself hangs in the balance, shifting with their actions. Meanwhile, the old telephone, used by Meta in his high school days before a selective amnesia veiled his memories concerning Thyme, becomes a conduit to the past. Through it, the Meta of today unknowingly communicates with the time-traveling Thyme of the past, sparking a hidden relationship that flourishes. Yet, an envious shadow lurks, plotting an accident to separate them, erasing crucial memories and fracturing their bond. Now, caught between the passionate, forbidden romance with a charismatic yet terrifying Mafia heir—the 90s version of Meta—and the undeniable pull towards the Meta of today, whose quiet intensity stirs a forgotten ache in his soul, Thyme faces an agonizing choice. With time, memory, and reality blurring into a dangerous labyrinth, Thyme must not only confront the shadowy forces that conspired to tear them apart but also decide: is the love he feels for two Metas a cruel echo, a fated reunion spanning lifetimes, or something far more complex? Can he reclaim a lost history, or will the very act of remembering shatter his present and all hope for a future?

The powerful leader Freya ended the 10-year zombie apocalypse by leading her team to kill the Zombie King. Just as she was about to become the president, she slipped on a banana peel and died. She woke up in the 1970s, inside the body of a pretty but foolish village girl who used dirty tricks to force a soldier into marriage. The original girl was drugged by a love rival and almost lost her purity? Freya fights back tooth for tooth, eye for eye. Her husband is now disabled? It’s okay. She has a magical spring and medical skills. Her family was thrown into a labor camp because of the silly girl's actions? No worries. She’ll make a great contribution and rescue them herself.

Have you ever regretted your past so deeply that you'd give anything to go back and change it? Elsa Williams, a hardworking woman, still finds herself haunted by her high school years. Not a day goes by without her mind drifting back to that particular moment—one she wishes she could erase or rewrite. If only she could find a time machine, Elsa would travel back and undo the mistakes that continue to weigh heavily on her heart. But when Elsa unexpectedly wakes up in her past, will she have the courage to face what she once ran from? Can she uncover the missing pieces and finally make peace with herself? Read on to find out.

  28 years old Anu found herself in a very strange situation, her husband whom she loves form 8 years and her cousin are cheating on her, but that's not enough, she finds a strange power tells her that she is gonna die soon, and the reason is her cousin, and if she wanted to live a long and happy life, then she needs to do the task assigned by that mysterious powers while doing this she finds her mistakes and tries to improve them, she tries to fix her life and also find her happiness, with a handsome man, and with two cute children. Disclaimer: English is not my first language, maybe there are soem grammatical mistakes in the story, I will try my best to avoid it, but again sorry for the inconvenience, I hope you will give my story a chance.           Thank you

"She was never meant to be seen. He was never meant to exist." In the quiet town of Gloria, Aidan lives in hiding—his blood potent, his identity dangerous. Bound by a secret past and the weight of a curse, he crafts potions for survival and watches over his younger twin, Adeena. When an invitation arrives for a royal ball in the capital, Aidan makes a choice that will haunt him: he lets her go. Dressed in borrowed silk and escorted by a paid chaperone, Adeena enters a world of chandeliers, masks, and veiled intentions. Aidan stays behind... at first. But when his uncle warns him of a shadow moving within the palace—one that knows what he is—Aidan infiltrates the event, unseen, cloaked in secrecy. The ball ends in fire. The girl vanishes. Aidan’s blood can heal—but not rewind time.Adeena smiled as the violins swelled. Draped in sapphire blue, her hair pinned with borrowed pearls, she looked older than her years—almost noble. No one in that ballroom knew she’d come from a forgotten village. No one knew her chaperone was paid. No one suspected the boy who sent her here was watching from above. Aidan stood among the shadows of the chandelier beams, breath held tight, gaze fixed only on her. He was never meant to be seen—not here, where his father’s face might be recognized in his own. Eldric gave the signal. Everything’s fine. But it wasn’t. A woman in red silk approached Adeena. She smiled too much. She moved too slowly. And when she touched Adeena’s hand—just a brush—Aidan flinched. That’s not Dahlia, he thought. And it’s not Mary. The chandeliers exploded. The glass rained like cursed snow. By the time Aidan reached the ballroom floor, Adeena was gone. Turning is a gothic fantasy of stolen identities, cursed bloodlines, and a brother’s descent into a world that was never meant to remember him. For readers of Heaven Official’s Blessing, Who Made Me a Princess, and The Abandoned Empress.

"Thank you for walking through the quiet, healing garden of Blossom with me. Your support brought life to every gentle moment, every pause, and every soft heartbeat between Qin and Lu. You made their love bloom." “In the Time of Bloom” is a heartwarming, slow-burn romance between a gentle kindergarten teacher and a doctor — told through everyday tenderness, blooming emotions, and long-distance devotion. Perfect for fans of healing C-dramas and K-dramas like Hidden Love and When I Fly Toward You ---------------------------------------------------- Qin is a warm-hearted kindergarten teacher haunted by childhood trauma. Dr. Lu is a talented young doctor driven by ambition and compassion. When their paths cross unexpectedly, a gentle romance begins to unfold—rooted in shared kindness and moments of unexpected tenderness. From hospital visits to heartfelt confessions, from playful teasing to quiet strength, their bond deepens. But just when love begins to bloom, life intervenes—Lu is selected for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity abroad. Separated by thousands of miles and two long years, they fight to keep their connection alive—through messages, memories, and the hope of reuniting. With loyal friends, humorous twists, and a love that grows stronger with time, “In the Time of Bloom” is a heartwarming tale about resilience, waiting, and the beauty of blooming—at just the right moment.

A young detective with detective skills that has earned him the name of "Grand Rookie", allowing him to solve difficult cases. Even though he is well known, people dislike him and tend to stay away from him because he is very quiet and tends to ignore people when they talk to him, which causes problems to occur between coworkers. Despite that he has very close friend that became a detective with him. He does not mind being badmouthed, for it allows him to keep his deepest secret unknown. He has the ability to look a day into the past, allowing him to view an entire day within a few minutes. Although he dislikes his ability due to an incident that occurred in his childhood, he has decided to use the ability bring peace to the dead. Trouble will rise and in order to survive he will be forced to use his detective skills and his ability.

Synopsis: In the Asterios Empire, where noble bloodlines carry the essence of magic, a child’s destiny is unveiled at the age of five through a sacred ritual. For Khione Briston, the youngest daughter of the esteemed Briston Dukedom, this moment changes everything. Within the grand cathedral of the imperial capital, Khione awakens to the power of Time—a mystical magic unseen for centuries. The air swirls, gears and cogs shimmer into existence, and a clock with rapidly spinning hands marks the moment of her awakening. Shock and awe fill the room, as the nobles witness a rare and unparalleled affinity emerge from the youngest Briston. With the weight of her family’s legacy and a power no one can teach her to wield, Khione stands at the beginning of a journey that promises greatness but is shrouded in mystery. Khione must learn what it means to stand on her own, even as the threads of time itself twist in her hands.

A nameless, withdrawn woman finds herself disillusioned by a romance novel, The Crown Prince and His Wife, whose toxic depiction of love eerily echoes her own traumatic life with an abusive father. Her chance meeting with a mysterious bookseller leads to a surreal proposition: the opportunity to disappear. When she accepts, she awakens in a strange, opulent world as a younger girl named Lily Hartwell. Now living in a noble estate with fragmented memories and no explanation for her sudden reincarnation, Lily navigates a life bound by legacy, expectation, and hidden pain. Her parents, executed for heinous crimes, left her brother Julian to bear the family’s disgrace alone. As she begins to reclaim a sense of purpose, Lily pledges to protect him. But the palace holds its dangers. A fateful encounter with Prince Alistair ignites tensions she doesn’t yet understand, and cryptic dreams hint at a dark future—one where love turns violent and escape feels impossible. As past and future blur, Lily must confront whether this new life offers redemption or simply another cage.

It was an ordinary day for Daniel Wristhotch, a 17-year-old amateur adventurer from the small village of Ambrecort. Dan finds a time machine in the garbage, and not knowing how to operate it, he and his pet Siberian Husky, Cambrian, accidentally reach Fantalasia, the majestic planet of magic. Dan would discover a tiny fairy, who would become the ultimate guide for all of Dan's expeditions. They would come across prosperous clans and destroyed kingdoms, victorious battles and dark wars, black magic and powerful spells, and many more! Will he defeat the dark forces of Aquilla and give freedom to the people? Or will he fail in his task? Why is he exploring a vast planet by no means? Will he return home? And who is the Horn Nemesis? Read on to find more!

Anna Smith, a rising star in the film industry, is known for her emotional performances and undeniable screen presence. As part of the promotion for her upcoming movie, she joins a popular variety show—an opportunity that brings her into the orbit of Matthew Owen, a top-tier composer and beloved singer-songwriter with a quiet charm. What begins as a professional interaction slowly grows into something more. Anna and Matthew, both strangers to love and unaware of their own hearts, start treating each other differently—yet neither realizes why. They laugh a little louder, linger a little longer, and offer comfort in ways that feel natural… but unfamiliar. In a world filled with flashing cameras, curated public images, and tightly packed schedules, the two slowly find something genuine: a friendship that blooms into a gentle, confusing, and unspoken love. This is a story about first love—tender, hesitant, and pure. A love that sneaks in quietly, growing not through grand gestures but in everyday moments. . . . . .

There's a common saying that time heals all wounds, but for some people that's just not true. For 19-year-old Safiya Ead, all she had was time - born with a strange gift, she must choose her fate. Will she beat the clock, or will the winds of time simply blow right past her?

In her previous life, Su Anya was plagued with misfortunes, and the root of her misfortunes was herself. Her cowardness filled her path with pain and sufferings. Su Anya was kicked out of the school as she was framed for cheating in a competition, at that time she couldn't even fight for her own justice. When her most trustworthy best friend stole her designs, she didn't even have the courage to confront him. Her sister died as a result of her carelessness, making her despised by her own brother. "You are the most selfish person." These are the words that kept haunting her, and she wanted to run away from them. Finally, Su Anya found an escape route, i.e., death. After suffering, the heavens give her a second chance, and Su Anya is reborn ten years back. In this life, Su Anya had decided to make amends with her regrets. Su Anya's plan does not include revenge; instead, she intends to make peace with all of her regrets. Regret for not taking a stand for herself. Regret for distancing herself from her brother and sister. Regret for being a weakling and a coward... In this life, she will make peace with her regrets...

Veer, Rudra, Karan, and Zayan—four men feared by the world, unshaken by death, and bound by an unbreakable brotherhood. They lived in darkness, playing a deadly game where emotions had no place. But in their past, there was one exception—Avni. She was their light, their anchor, the only warmth in their cold world. Fate, however, was merciless. They lost her. Years later, on a mission, a cryptic message from a homeless man haunts them: "One day, you will find what you lost." Then, as if destiny had unraveled a cruel trick, they see her—Avni’s face on a woman they don’t know. Is she truly the girl they swore to protect, or just a painful illusion of what they once had? As danger closes in and the past resurfaces, they must uncover the truth. But some truths are meant to stay buried… Will love and destiny bring them together again, or will this second chance lead to even greater heartbreak?

Liang Yan was the quiet force behind Lu Xinhai’s meteoric rise—a woman who sacrificed her dreams and heart to build his empire in secret. But when she discovers his ruthless betrayal and catches him with his mistress, her world shatters in an instant. Betrayed and brutally murdered by the man she loved for five years, Liang Yan’s life ends in darkness. Yet fate isn’t done with her. Reborn into her eighteen-year-old self, Liang Yan vows to rewrite her story. This time, she won’t be a pawn or a victim. With a fierce determination, she works harder, smarter, and closer to the shadows—sometimes even helping those she once called villains. But when the man who secretly loved her—a ruthless billionaire CEO—returns to avenge her death, alliances shift and secrets unravel. Amid the high-stakes world of wealth, power, and revenge, laughter still finds its place. From the sharp-tongued CEO’s secretary who always knows more than she should, to loyal friends with quirks that lighten even the darkest moments, Liang Yan’s second chance is anything but ordinary. Will she find true love this time? Or will the ghosts of her past tear everything apart again? *In a game of power and hearts, this is the story of a woman reborn — stronger, wiser, and ready to claim her destiny.*

Leena, a confident and fiercely independent girl, lives a modest but fulfilling life with her adoptive family. Everything changes the day she is taken away without warning — no goodbyes, no explanations. Silenced by the shock, she finds herself alone in a Chennai hotel while her biological mother, a stranger until now, makes secret preparations to take her abroad. With no contact from her loved ones and a passport arranged behind her back, Leena’s world is turned upside down. She is flown to America, where her biological mother — who once believed Leena was dead — awaits her. As Leena meets her maternal grandparents and learns painful truths about her real parents' divorce and abandonment, she struggles to find meaning in a new life she never asked for. In silence, Leena burns with questions, grief, and strength — facing a world that changed without her consent.

Claus, a scientist so brilliant he dared to wield the tools of God—only to be cast into the unknown for his hubris. Now, in a world of magic and steel, he must grapple with his past sins while forging a future he never imagined.