Saved Bell

[Arts martiaux urbains, Monde martial passionné.] Il était un super expert qui, en acceptant un héritage, a subi une transformation physique qui a mis sa vie en danger. Pour prolonger sa vie, le roi est revenu...

“I might be the God to whom all bow, but she is the Goddess whom this God worships." ... Cathain De Valerian Valentino, the emperor of the Valentino Empire, was reborn in the modern world, his empress by his side, yet she retained no memories of their previous, tragic life. What unfolds when a plane crash sends them hurtling back to the past, to the era of the esteemed Valentino Empire, and everything begins to change than the past he remembered? Is Cathain capable of protecting his empress, who is oblivious to this enchanted realm, while unraveling the mysteries of their sorrowful past? Or will all be lost once she regains her memories? Because no matter how gentle and soft he is with her now, he can't erase the obsessed and possessive man from her memories... the man who was the reason of the fall of her family, the death of her children... And the man who had executed her with his own hands, … Season 01: Saving The Abandoned Empress (Completed- 220 Chapters)

-Participating in WSA- In a world where fate is dictated by prophecy, heroes are chosen by the gods, and Dark Lords are doomed to fall… Lucian Draeven refuses to play along. Once feared as the greatest Dark Lord in history, Lucian had the world under his iron rule—until the so-called Chosen Hero struck him down in a blinding flash of divine justice. The kingdoms cheered. The world rejoiced. Too bad Lucian isn’t actually dead. Having faked his demise and gone into hiding, Lucian watches from the shadows as a new Dark Lord rises, more reckless and incompetent than ever. Worse, the gods have selected another overly enthusiastic, sword-swinging Chosen Hero to bring “peace” once again. The problem? Neither of them have a clue how to actually rule the world. As kingdoms crumble, wars break out, and the balance of power teeters on the edge of collapse, Lucian comes to a horrifying realization: If the world is going to survive, then it’s up to him—the so-called villain—to secretly fix everything from the shadows. But there's just one little catch… Lucian’s legendary Dominions are still sealed, and the only way to regain his strength is by playing the role of a villain once more—spreading fear, manipulating his enemies, and pulling the strings behind the scenes. Now, as the oblivious Hero and foolish new Dark Lord battle it out, neither realizes that the true mastermind is watching their every move. Because if the world wants a villain… Then Lucian will be the greatest villain it has ever seen.

The once-glorious planet of EDEN lies in ruins, its gods defeated, and its champions—the GODGEAR wearers—are all but extinct. The last hope for the dying world rests with a single, chosen human, summoned from another realm to wield the power of the gods. Bonded with the soul of the ancient Dragon God, the new GODGEAR wearer is thrust into a war against the demonic forces that have ravaged EDEN. To restore the planet, he must defeat the powerful demon generals, lords, and finally, the Demon Gods themselves. Each battle strengthens his soul, transforming him into a being of unimaginable power, but with each victory, the weight of his duty grows. As he embarks on this perilous journey, the hero must confront not only the darkness of the world but the inner struggle between his humanity and the divine power coursing through him. Can he rise above his fears, defeat the demonic overlords, and reclaim EDEN, or will the world fall into eternal darkness?

Serena Vale was born beneath a crimson eclipse, her life forever tied to an ancient prophecy that could reshape the fate of all werewolves. Branded as a cursed Onyx wolf—an existence feared and reviled—Serena is exiled by her own pack and hunted by those who once swore to protect her. Rescued by the ruthless Alpha of the Nightfang Pack, Lucian Draven, she is thrust into a perilous alliance that could be her salvation—or her doom. As Serena fights to harness the dark power within her, the return of Elias Storm, her fated mate and Alpha of the Silver Ridge Clan, complicates her fate. With long-buried secrets, forbidden love, and a prophecy threatening to unravel the werewolf world, Serena must make an impossible choice between two rival Alphas and uncover the truth about her bloodline before it destroys everything she holds dear.

You aren’t special and you might as well die. With those words of encouragement spurring him on, and without even a name to go by, a young man must survive, learn and explore a new world.

Every seven years, at the stroke of midnight, one of Lorynth’s ancient bells tolls. By dawn, someone is missing. No struggle, no trace—just an empty space where they once stood. Elya Mornshade, a relic hunter with a knack for uncovering forgotten truths, arrives in Lorynth on the eve of the next tolling. The city is a labyrinth of shadowed alleys, whispering doorways, and wary souls who refuse to speak of the disappearances. When she meets a man who claims to have been taken and returned—changed in ways he refuses to describe—Elya becomes obsessed with unraveling the mystery. But the bells are not just instruments of time. They are something more—something ancient, watching, waiting. As the night of the tolling approaches, the air thickens with an unseen presence, and the city itself seems to shift beneath her feet. When the seventh bell finally rings, Elya will have to make a choice: turn back, or follow the sound into the unknown… But not everything that vanishes is lost. And not everything that returns is human.

“Who are you? A dormant were wolf or a human?” His voice broke as he spoke. His eyes were silently pleading, anxiously waiting for the answer. Deep down, he knew it already. Yet, his stubborn heart refused to concede. The silence that followed was enough to escalate the hurt he felt in his heart from a dull throb, to burning glaring pain. The bullet wound he received a year ago hurt less than what he felt at that moment. “Here you go. It’s time to end this forever. Let’s make it fun while it lasts.” He handed her a shiny golden revolver. One look and she knew, neither could survive a shot between the eyes. There was only one bullet in the gun. Her hands shook as she tried to let go, as though it burnt at her skin. Kai didn’t let her. He won’t have any of it. This was his surrender. His eyes spoke words that his lips couldn’t. They were raw with emotions both familiar and foreign to her. Her own silver eyes filled with tears as she tried not to cry. “I choose to die by your hands. You are the only one with the right to take my life. Let’s begin!” He didn’t wait for her to process his words before helping her place the gun between his eyes, which never wavered from hers. Click! Click! Click! “Noooooooo!” She screamed as she dropped the gun. ************************************************************* DISCLAIMER!! Note that the chapters are not edited as of yet. However, they have very little grammatical errors here and there Nothing major. Please show some love and support for this new piece. I hope you will enjoy reading it. Additionally, don't forget to leave an honest review behind. It helps with the rating. Criticism are welcome, if and only if, they are meant in good faith. please, avoid being extreme and harsh in your corrections. I am only human after all. Don't forget to leave your comments, votes and gifts if you can. Thanks. Enjoy Join my Discord if you wish to interact with me and discuss the characters. https://discord.gg/jJeBuJN8 If you like my writing, you can always buy me coffee. It would be appreciated. https://ko-fi.com/kittenbunny

She sacrificed her life to save others but woke up to live again. Lit-An never counted on being reincarnated into the world of the Licnine, but after she catches the attention of a powerful being she becomes a pawn in a dangerous war. The 'Others' have invaded the world of the Licnine, enslaving and killing anyone who stands in the way of their total domination. It is up to Lit-An to stop them. But can this tiny girl be the savior of an entire world?

In the vibrant world of high school, a group of friends navigates the turbulent path of adolescence — facing struggles with friendship, love, bonding, and the pressure to succeed. Together, they experience moments of joy and heartbreak, building connections that are tested by misunderstandings, rivalries, and personal challenges. As they chase their dreams, they learn the true meaning of loyalty, resilience, and self-belief. With a blend of strong characters and heartfelt emotions, this teen love story explores the highs and lows of growing up — reminding us that true friendship can overcome even the toughest obstacles. A touching tale of love, ambition, and unbreakable bonds, this novel captures the essence of teenage life — where every choice shapes the journey to adulthood.

Ini bercerita tentang Yuen Veyron. Di era yang modern dimana didominasi oleh kekuatan supranatural dan sihir, hanya mereka yang terpilih yang bisa mendapatkan kekuatan untuk melindungi manusia dari ancaman dunia luar yang ingin menginvasi dunia ini, dunia yang lemah dimana semua orang berharap ada bakat luar biasa yang terlahir kedunia ini agar bisa menyelamatkan mereka dan melepaskan dunia ini dari dominasi para mahluk-mahluk tingkat atas. Yuen adalah orang yang bergerak berdasarkan keinginannya, tidak tunduk pada siapapun, dia hanya akan menghancurkan mereka yang dianggap menjadi ancaman, sehingga dirinya di cap sebagai seorang penjahat oleh orang-orang. Dia awalnya acuh tak acuh mengenai kondisi dunia saat ini, tetapi pemikirannya berubah setelah memikirkan beberapa konsekuensi kalau dunia tersebut kalah dan dihancurkan. Dia yang disebut sebagai kejahatan mutlak mulai bergerak untuk melindungi dunia dari bayang-bayang. Petualangan Yuen untuk menyelamatkan dunia baru saja dimulai!

Ten years ago, Yoon Seo saved the world under the name Seo Chaeyoon, but now lives as an anonymous hunter. He plans to die immediately after fulfilling all the last wishes of his deceased comrades, but these wishes, like “3 million squats,” “catching ten 9-kg sea breams,” and “baking 10,000 chocolate crack cookies,” are making it very difficult for him to commit su*cide. One day, Seok-yeong, a world-renowned large guild, merges with Yoon Seo’s guild and forms a team with several hunters. Kwon Ji-han, the world’s top hunter whom Yoon Seo meets in the team, immediately recognizes that Yoon Seo is special and approaches him. Although Yoon Seo initially dislikes Kwon Ji-han due to his arrogant first impression, he soon realizes that Kwon Ji-han is a righteous and good person. Yoon Seo, who abandoned justice long ago, feels frustrated and depressed when he sees Kwon Ji-han. The past from ten years ago keeps resurfacing. Kwon Ji-han keeps catching his eye. Will Yoon Seo be able to fulfill the last wishes and die peacefully? DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT THE AUTHOR NEITHER IT'S TRANSLATOR.

"Not here, weakling! We're going to meet at the stream close to the pack's border in an hour, then you can show me what you got." He informed her. "Fine, challenge accepted! But if I defeat you, you're going to stop bullying me and leave me be!" Aurora gritted out. "Sure." He replied her. "The hatred I have for you will stop when you're no more. Over there, nobody will come to your rescue and I can finally tear you apart. Nobody disrespects Dante and go scot free!" Dante thought inwardly as he walked away. Aurora's life was supposed to be perfect as she was of a noble birth but unfortunately, it was nowhere near perfection. Her father was the beta, the second in command to the Alpha of their pack and her mother was one of the pack's strong warriors. As she was the first daughter, she was treated like a flower, sheltered from harm, sadness, disturbance and trouble, and was only exposed to pure joy, pure love, happiness and everything beautiful while growing up but her life wasn't full of roses, as she grew older! Growing up, she had believed she would be normal like every other werewolf in her pack and the entire werewolf community, but alas, she was strangely different. She was the only werewolf in her pack that had no wolf, an inner animal, thus she was treated like an outcast. While other werewolves got their wolves on their sixteenth birthdays, hers refused to show up. Not even when she turned eighteen. Not even when she met her mate!!!

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Characters: MC: Xiao Yuan (Gong/Top): He possesses charm and he is cunning but use it with more assertive and dominant edge. * He's confident, possessive, and knows how to take control of situations and people. * He's beautiful and knows how to use it for his advantage and has commanding aura. * He has a strong desire to protect the villain, but he also wants to claim him. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••The Villain (Shou/Bottom): Remains stoic and beautiful and cunning. soft from inside hard from outside, but there's a vulnerability hidden beneath his cold exterior. * He has a deep, hidden longing for affection and acceptance, which Lin Yi exploits (in a loving way). * He is possessie of xiao yuan and if he want something he knows how to get that thing does not trust anyone else then xiao yuan. The main character : * He uses his power and influence to protect and control the villain. * The villain's reactions show a blend of resistance and acceptance, highlighting his vulnerability. By making these adjustments

Jay is an Orphan who cursed by evil deities. Decided to become villains in world full of superheroes. Accidentally he become hero instead because of misunderstanding. Can Jay walk of the evil deities curse?

Set in a futuristic Earth of 2132, humanity coexists uneasily with a newly emerged species called the Sellardraxians. These humanoid beings possess unique, mythical abilities, and their existence stirs both awe and prejudice among humans. Meet Artemis 9 "Sean", a former supersoldier who had retired after his mistake led to the death of a teammate. Unexpectedly given a chance for redemption when he is re-enlisted, Sean is forced to confront his demons, and take care of his new comrades, all the while sitting on the unstable peace and prosperity of Earth in a Galaxy on the brink of war...

[COMPLETED] Aideen Ruan, though a royal princess, was always unwanted due to the circumstances of her birth. Born blind to a hostage concubine, she possessed an intriguing beauty; however, her disability rendered her utterly useless to the royal family. Even when the struggling Count Crueder reluctantly agreed to take Aideen as his wife to secure the royal dowry, her life failed to improve. A year into their marriage, Aideen's inability to produce an heir sealed her fate. The princess was destined for exile to the Temple, consigned to spend the remainder of her days in isolation and abandonment. Contrary to her anticipations, instead of the Temple, Aideen found herself within the cold walls of Duke Tillian Valentine's castle. Duke Valentine, the last scion of the once-revered Valentine family that ruled the Kingdom before the "Fratricide Rebellion", now presided over the desolate Northern lands. Faced with fear and confusion, Aideen expected her life to perpetuate its cycle of misery, only to discover that Duke Valentine might hold the key to a new opportunity, a chance at a life she had never envisioned. "You bewitched my body and soul. Put an intoxicating spell on me, shackled my heart to yours with your magic. If I could exchange my eyesight with you, I would do it just to make you see what a man dying from love looks like."

Abandoned in the most dangerous forest in the whole country of Eperlia. Alex was the only human in the forest. He had to survive by killing monsters and hunting for food. Until the system showed up. He is forced to do things to help him become stronger, if he chooses not to he will die, Find out what happens to him! UPDATES : Friday : 8:00 (UTC+8) Saturday: 8:30 (UTC+8)

As I found myself thrust into this bewildering situation, I couldn't help but wonder if fate had a strange sense of humor. Here I was, once the top A-rank agent, now trapped in the role of a notorious villainess in a reverse harem novel. But why did it had to be the villainess? Well, I don't care! But now that I'm here, I'll enjoy my life to the fullest that I couldn't before. Plus, my family is real rich. Though an issue soon occurred. The female lead keeps sticking to me! I tried to get rid of her by distancing myself since I don't want to end up in the chaos like in the novel… But the female lead is just so adorable!! What would happen if the once fearsome antagonist was now trying to protect the very person she once tormented?  "Sabiiiii!" Ann's voice chimed, her eyes sparkling with innocence. It was hard to resist her charm, and I found myself softening despite my initial intentions. And it seems the so-called main suitors are suffering from collective amnesia. They flocked to me, oblivious to the fact that Anne was the true focus of their affections. "Stay Away! I will not give you my lovely Ann," I declared, my frustration mounting. "Who said I wanted her?" The chaos continued with the supposed fiancé as well, who seemed convinced that our engagement was set in stone, "You are my soon-to-be fiancée! Please compose yourself"  "I refuse to get engaged to you and to compose, whatever that is". "Don't you think you're quite rude to your soon-to-be Fiancé?"  "I'm not rude, you're too nice! And I told you I'm not getting engaged to you" "Thank you, my Lady"  "…Are you dumb?!!!" What in the world of strawberries was going on indeed? It was a baffling and comical twist of fate. But as the days passed, I found myself navigating this bizarre world with a newfound determination. If I was going to be stuck in this story, I might as well do it my way. And who knows, maybe I could turn this chaotic tale into something truly extraordinary.

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uploading here so ppl can read offline (also slightly diff translation) ! ^^ !! NOT MY WORK OF WRITING !! i sometimes leave notes & comments around the chapters, please read them :) i don’t mind comments, so comment more guys.. they give me motivation Author: 비욘드

Spyha Belandes passes her Alpha title to the man she loved and cherished Hector, who joined the pack as a Lone wolf and was liked by all the pack members. Hector betrays and rejects Spyha after she gives him the Alpha title. Sypha is betrayed and rejected by the man she once trusted with everything, and faces the ultimate downfall. Hector manipulates the entire pack into seeing Sypha as a psychopath and a witch, she is stripped of her royalty title and banished to become a wanderer in a rogue territory. She escapes and vows never to love again because love takes everything from her. But is saved by a mysterious stranger, she meets the cursed lycan king, Trevor Belmont, who only left 3 months to live as a curse was placed on him by a mage, Only to be lifted if he finds genuine true love after taking many brides who died or ran away because of his cold personality but his curse remained, he gives up on finding love until he found Sypha. Helping her to get revenge was something as easy as pie, but how would he admit his feelings to her, knowing his life would end in three months?  And would she fall in love with him and break his curse?

Title: Abyssal Chimes Genre: Cosmic Folk Horror / Time-Bending Thriller *Synopsis:* In the fog-shrouded valley of Corpse Falls Town, where pagoda trees bleed and construction sites exhale the breath of the dead, antiques dealer Lin Moyu becomes entangled in a temporal curse older than the Ming Dynasty. When a smuggled Bronze Bell covered in corpse wax appears in his shop, its cursed chimes fracture reality, revealing three overlapping timelines: a 15th-century massacre of shaman priests, a modern archaeological expedition’s disappearance, and Lin’s own complicity in a catastrophic urban development project three years prior. As the Bell’s vibrations summon corpse soldiers from limestone caves and warp digital devices into occult artifacts, Lin discovers every victim’s skull sprouts bronze roots connecting to an underground Bone Pagoda. The town’s "residents" are revealed as echoic phantoms—their deaths endlessly reenacted through cursed objects: QR codes that rewrite memories, livestreams broadcast from decaying eyeballs, and concrete mixed with ground funerary coins. Key horrors unfold through fractal revelations: - The Bell’s Sanskrit inscriptions are quantum codes predicting Lin’s own autopsy report - Construction blueprints from 2021 contain hidden blood sacrifice diagrams - Missing archaeologists are found fused with Ming dynasty burial silks, their smartphones playing war drums from 1423 The cosmic truth emerges through temporal bleeding: Corpse Falls Town exists in a "wound" between timelines, sustained by an ouroboros of guilt. Every character is simultaneously victim and perpetrator across centuries—Lin’s father designed the dam that awakened ancient curses, while Lin himself becomes the Ming general who first ordered mass executions to silence the shamans. *Themes:* - Guilt as a self-replicating cosmic force - Technology as modern necromancy (5G towers as spirit poles, cloud storage as soul jars) - Archaeological colonialism’s cyclical violence *Closing Paradox:* In the fractal finale, Lin must let the Bell annihilate all timelines—including his own birth—to break the curse. Yet the final page reveals this manuscript itself is a cursed object, its words rearranging to implicate whoever reads it in the next cycle of atrocities. *Comp Titles:* - *Annihilation* meets *The Ring* in Guillermo del Toro’s *Pan’s Labyrinth* - *Dark (Netflix)* collides with Junji Ito’s *Uzumaki* - *The Southern Reach Trilogy* rewritten as Ming dynasty occult procedural Hook: Every technological artifact you use—from subway QR codes to wireless earbuds—becomes a gateway to ancestral horror in this narrative ouroboros where reading the book implicates you in its curse.

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In a fantasy where zombies are prevalent, a group of misfits retaliates to revolutionize to free the kingdom from the zombie king; their journey takes an interesting turn after they meet a self-proclaimed legendary chef who might be hiding something.

What would you do if you knew everything? Every possible outcome? It was like that for me... in an incompletable game. What do you think I did after I woke up and found myself in that very game with a Special Skill? ... In summary, I did the unthinkable. "N-no way, he killed the Plague Dragon? H-how is that possible?" Corpses of many warriors were scattered, as I was standing proudly on top of the Plague Dragon. It took me more than enough time kill this creature. I lost many things. "This isn't perfect... but it could be." "What are you talking about?" "Um, Nothing. It's been a pleasure to meet you here, but I need to [Reset]." [ Skill "Save & Reset" Activated ] [ Restarting from the Recent Checkpoint ]

l am writing for entertainment.... so not on a regular basis.... like 1 chapter in a month.... 5 chapter in a year....50 chapter in a week..... something like that

Here I am, Razan, waking up in the world of the novel I once read, after finishing the last three chapters of Blade Under the Moon. What should I do now? Should I save my survivor candle, Hai Lin, from the deep sorrow that consumed him after his last battle, or should I try to return to my real world? I am so confused… I don’t know—Is this a dream or reality? If it’s a dream, then I want to save my survivor candle and enjoy these beautiful moments. But at the same time… what if it’s real? I might die if I get involved with the main characters! But… I also feel selfish. I just want to survive if this is reality, leaving my survivor candle to drown in his crushing grief… What should I do? Tell me!

The world of Raenbax has now 'come to an end' and there's no hope for it's return. The world has divided into seven different contingents with their own leading empires, trying to salvage what they can of a dystopian planet. Yet, reason of Raenbax's fall is of one man, Yanna, the Devilman Rasapien. Two semi-cooperative races, the Rasapiens and the Angasme, are now adversaries in the race to conquer the small remains of their planet. Yuliya, a descendant of the Angasme, falls in love with the last blood related daughter of Yanna as she goes on a quest given to her by her grandmother. Her duty is to save the souls of Angasme from the descendants of Yanna and their unruly power. Love, unfortunately, gets in the way.

Warning: This book explores dark themes, including abuse, self-harm, and non-consensual acts. It is not for sensitive readers. This is not a love story. It is a story about life, betrayal, and how nothing is as it seems. I thought I was living love story. When I returned home to start my own hospital, I met Cletus—the man who seemed like everything I had ever prayed for. He was kind, charming, and made me believe in love in a way I never had before. My parents warned me. They told me he wasn’t who he claimed to be, that he wasn’t rich like he had said. But I didn’t care. I loved him, and I thought love was enough. I was wrong. The man I married became a stranger, then a monster. He lied. He cheated. He hurt me in ways I never thought possible. But I stayed—for our daughter, for the love I once believed in, for the hope that maybe one day he would change. I learned to live in the quiet misery of my choices, convincing myself that endurance was the same as strength. And then Sam came. The president’s son. He saw me—the real me—the one I had forgotten existed. He showed me that I could heal, that I could dream again, that love wasn’t supposed to be a prison. But Cletus refuses to let me go. He would rather see the world burn than watch me walk away. Now, I have to make a choice. Do I keep sacrificing myself for the man who is destroying me? Or do I finally gather the courage to fight for the life I deserve? This was supposed to be a love story. Maybe it still is. But love should never feel like a cage.