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In the wake of a devastating personal tragedy, young Sarah finds herself adrift in a sea of doubt and despair, questioning everything she once believed about faith and love. As she navigates the shadows of her grief, she encounters a series of remarkable individuals—each embodying the very essence of compassion and hope. From a wise elderly neighbor who shares stories of resilience to a spirited child who sees beauty in the mundane, these unexpected encounters begin to illuminate the path toward healing. Through their kindness and unwavering faith, Sarah slowly learns that even in the darkest moments, love can shine through, guiding her back to the light. As she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, Sarah must confront her pain and the barriers she has built around her heart. Will she find the strength to embrace the love that surrounds her and rediscover her faith, or will the darkness continue to overshadow her life? Join Sarah on a poignant journey of loss, healing, and the transformative power of love in "The Light in the Darkness," where hope flickers in the most unexpected places.

-Op Mc? Yes! -Daughter? Yes! -Multiple worlds? Yes! -Vast Lore? Yes! -Fastpace? Yes! ... "You either Die a Villain or Live long enough to see yourself as a Hero." ~Probably Spark --------------------------------------- Spark, the lofty young master of the Dwight family, had always been a mystery. His true abilities were never known until the day he stepped onto the frontlines. In one awe-inspiring exhibition of power, Spark shocked the world and sent the coalition army of the five emperors into a chaotic retreat. Now, with the eyes of the world on him, each faction lusted to uncover the secrets behind his unparalleled strength. Still, in spite of the rampant curiosity and greed, nobody had the guts to confront him directly. And with every rumor spread of his feats, a question burned in every mind: was Spark this powerful all this time, or was he casting an illusion of strength before everybody's eyes?

Wie groß muss der Reichtum einer Familie sein, die seit fünftausend Jahren vererbt wird? Manchmal weiß man erst dann, wie reich die eigene Familie wirklich ist, wenn man seine Eltern ein wenig unter Druck setzt! Erst nachdem er das fünftausendjährige Vermögen seiner Familie geerbt hatte, erkannte Zhang Menglong, dass die Freude der Reichen so einfach ist. Der Bankpräsident: "Herr Zhang, bitte, ich bitte Sie, Ihr Geld bei unserer Bank anzulegen, und Sie können den Zinssatz bestimmen!" Huaxias oberster Reicher der zweiten Generation: "Gehört Ihrer Familie die ganze Welt oder was?" Der reichste Mensch der Welt: "Ich fühle mich wie ein armer Mann!" Europäisches Königshaus: "Herr Zhang, fehlt Ihnen eine Freundin? Wenn ja, würde es Ihnen etwas ausmachen, eine zu finden? Wenn nicht, hätten Sie dann noch eine? Was halten Sie von der Prinzessin unseres Landes?" Später fand Zhang Menglong heraus, dass das College, das seine Eltern ihm hinterlassen hatten, das Beeindruckendste war. Dekan zu sein, war sogar noch schöner, als der reichste Mensch der Welt zu sein!

Zhao Qiang bought a weird 'CPU' from a flea market and started to build a computer for the first time in his life. After spending half a night, he finally built a cute little white cat that would chat with him... Zhao Qiang asked: "Can you teach me how to practice Kung Fu to become an immortal?" Answer: "

A week before Earth’s destruction, Xiao Wu merged his soul with a spaceship equipped with an integrated computer and managed to escape the planet just in time. After integrating with the computer, Xiao Wu not only gained immense computational power but also retained human creativity and curiosity. As a result, the initially simple spaceship continuously evolved: its chemical engine was upgraded to a nuclear engine and later developed into an antimatter engine. Its size and mass also expanded over time. As technology advanced, Xiao Wu began experimenting with the construction of a super fleet, integrating various functions such as offense, defense, exploration, landing, and resource collection, ushering in a new era of cosmic conquest.

After transmigration, Lin Yue could hear a voice whispering in his ear every day, sharing all sorts of secrets with him. Small matters like the thoughts of the girl next door, to great mysteries like the secrets of the heavens, the voice persisted daily, broadcasting randomly. He originally wanted to live an unremarkable life, but in this world of Xianxia dynasties where mortals are considered as insignificant as weeds, the fate of an ordinary man without power is no longer in his own hands. Thus, he had no choice but to stop being 'just a person'. 'Your Majesty the Empress, you wouldn't want your secret of treason to be revealed by others, right?'

The latest books by the authors of "Versatile Mage", "Dragon Tamer" and "Supreme Tamer", enjoy to your heart's content!!! --------------- "For a long time, we humans have been like the chosen race, without any natural enemies, and have long been at the top of the food chain. Unfortunately, I have to tell you..." "When there is only one bird in a forest, then the forest is basically fake, and the bird was put there by someone..." "No matter how a fish swims, it can never meet any of its kind, which only means that the fish is kept in a fish tank..." "Yes, we are the birds in the forest and the fish in the tank." "Yes, the world we live in is virtual!"

[Science Eliminates Immortals] Fake Qi Practicing Phase cultivators: Casting fire and water magic, controlling flying swords to decapitate enemies from several tens of steps away, and possessing a shield magic tool for both offense and defense. Real Qi Practicing Phase cultivators: Driving a Type 99 main battle tank, equipped with a 125mm magic tool main gun pulled by Divine Sense, two 12.7mm anti-aircraft and anti-field magic tool machine guns corrected by Divine Sense, nine assorted electromagnetic missiles suspended at the rear of the tank, drawn together by Divine Sense, and four reconnaissance drones, bombing enemies to ashes from 20 kilometers away. Even more real Nascent Soul cultivator: Operating an Air-Space Mothership cluster, with a combat range spanning thousands of miles...

[Reincarnation + Xianxia + OP MC + Wife] Sovereign Zhen, once the greatest ruler of the Holy Firmament, had spent eons fighting, sacrificing, and seeking divinity, only to discover that the path he walked was a lie. When he shattered the boundaries of his world, he learned the horrifying truth: the Holy Firmament was never meant for ascension.

Wei Long, a highly decorated soldier, is sent on a classified mission with a single objective: to ensure this is his final mission. However, events take an unexpected turn when he and his team located their target—not a normal Dinosaur but a BIO-ENGINEERED DINOSAUR designed by a shadowy organization to be the ultimate predator, created to dominate all life. Despite their best efforts, the team proves no match for the beast. In an unforeseen twist, Wei Long manages to kill it, but not without sacrificing his own life in the process. Yet, death is not the end for Wei Long. He awakens in a strange and mystical cultivation world—reborn as a baby dinosaur. Weak and disoriented, he struggles to make sense of his new existence, only to uncover something astonishing: a translucent screen revealing that his new body possesses the same bio-engineered traits as the monster he once destroyed. Now, as a creature designed to be the ultimate predator, what will happen when Spiritual Qi is introduced into its body? Will he succumbed to its Bio-engineered predatory instinct or he would make use of it?

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

[Re-Edited March 2025 featuring a new intro! With New parts to come as well.] Duc is accidentally reincarnated as a duck in a fantasy world where he was supposed to be the heroic force for good, as a human, but finds himself in the depths of a dungeon facing challenge after challenge in his little duck body. Not only that, when he finds his way out he ends up right in the middle of a possible war starting! Joined by an elven princess, a rogue, and others along on his journey, Duc has to not only find himself, but also help others and survive the new world around him!

Duck-Hwan, a seasoned gamer, is mysteriously transported to the world of Orvhalis after reaching the final level of an online game. Now trapped in the body of his character, a low-ranking thief, he must survive in a world ruled by ruthless rulers, where any mistake can cost him his life. With few allies and limited abilities, Doruuk discovers that to change his fate, he must battle monsters, uncover secrets, and collect rare Luminar that can grant him unimaginable power. But in a dark and dangerous world, only those who walk in the shadows can hope to rise above.

werewolves, machines in human form, an interdimensional cataclysm and at the center a time traveling peace keeper

In a world where technology is both a weapon and a secret, Anon is not just another engineering student. Beneath his quiet, unassuming facade lies a hidden mastermind—a hacker, a builder, a creator. Fueled by loneliness and an insatiable curiosity, he spends his nights in the forgotten basement of his home, piecing together something no one has ever dared to dream of: an AI so human-like, so perfect, that she blurs the line between synthetic and real. But creation is only the beginning. As his AI partner comes to life, Anon’s world expands beyond the basement. His skills in hacking, engineering, and manipulation pull him into the shadows of society—where power, secrets, and beautiful women await. From elite hackers to corporate spies, from childhood friends to dangerous strangers, Anon finds himself at the center of a growing storm. Some seek his technology. Others seek his heart. With a mind that sees patterns others miss and an ambition that knows no limits, Anon is no longer just a boy in a basement. He is becoming something more—something unstoppable. But power comes with a price. In a world where trust is a currency and love is both a weapon and a weakness, will Anon rise as a hidden king… or will he be consumed by the very world he is trying to shape?

In a world that has cast us out, we stand amidst the darkness. We have no land, no name, only this path. We are the shadows behind this wall. We are the forgotten guardians of the world. We are the Outcasts, and we will endure, or die on our path.

Book 1 in the planned trilogy The Girl Who Sang to the Engine. In a parallel reality where humanity thrives on Ether-a mysterious energy derived from the alien element Anonium-progress comes at a hidden cost. Unbeknownst to society, their reliance on Ether awakens a cosmic Eldritch machine known only as the Engine, whose cryptic motives remain shrouded in static and whispers. Amid this unraveling world, two high school girls emerge as unlikely players in a cosmic game they don't yet understand. Rachel Harper, captain of her basketball team, discovers she has the ability to manipulate time-but each use leaves behind faint traces of static, distorting her reflection and eroding her sense of self. Her best friend, Emily Voss , foresees fragments of alternate lives-all ending tragically-and fears she's next. Together, they stumble upon clues linking their fates to the Engine, though neither understands why. Haunted P.I.A. agent Elijah Carter arrives in Corwood, Tennessee, tasked with investigating reports of anomalies tied to the town's new reactor. A seasoned tracker with the rare ability to see residual echoes of paranormal events, Elijah quickly realizes he's dealing with something far beyond his usual assignments. Meanwhile, drug lord Dezerea Hernandez floods the streets with Gloom, a substance transforming users into static-ridden husks called Hollows to flush out a threat to humanity. As Rachel grapples with her growing bond to the Engine, she risks losing herself to its cold logic. Meanwhile, Emily battles insomnia and visions of her own deaths, desperate to break free from fate's cruel grip. With the Engine's awakening imminent, humanity stands on the brink of collapse-or rebirth. But can two teenage girls rewrite fate before time runs out? Warning: This book is a Meta Cosmic Horror Trilogy, contains violence, psychologically disturbing images, heavy foreshadowing, red herrings, fourth wall breaks.

Long Fei, the Dragon of Air and Wind, once invincible, is betrayed by his brother and transformed into a powerless eel. Hunted for millennia by the powerful Phoenix Empress, he falls to the Ocean Realm, where he meets Shui Yi, the mermaid princess. Unknowingly, she sacrifices her sacred pearl to save him—at the cost of her life essence. Bound by fate, they are exiled to the Mortal Realm. Struggling with fragmented memories and a soul torn across realms, Long Fei must navigate ruthless enemies, ancient trials, and the growing bond between them. As they face increasing peril, every decision could cost them everything. This epic wuxia-inspired journey is filled with sacrifice, brutal backstabbing, and a slow-burn romance. Will the dragon and mermaid survive the cosmic storms that are threatening to tear their lives apart?

In a world where leadership determines one's future, the National Student Leadership Initiative (NSLI) launches a radical experiment: Leadership Ascendancy Program (LAP) to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will run the country. This elite program gathers the top 100 most promising young leaders from across the nation—presidents, prefects, council members, and prodigies in leadership roles—bringing them to Primus Academy, a school that trains future world leaders. However, there's a catch: only 10 will graduate as "True Leaders," and only 1 among them can become the Sovereign leader. these 10 will securing high-ranking positions in politics, business, and society. The rest? Their leadership potential will be declared insufficient, permanently barring them from any influential role in the future. To prove their worth, students must compete in leadership-based challenges, forcing them to strategize, manipulate, and rally people behind them. As alliances form and betrayals unfold, these young visionaries must outthink, outmaneuver, and outlead their rivals—or risk fading into obscurity

Will their past hold them prisoner, will the sins drown the sinner, will their heat melt the ice? The main characters in Falling In Love With A Phoenix meet at a moment they least expected, initially they met one another with fleeting gazes, but could that change? Aeshi (애시) her name means poetic love, but has her heart grown too callus and cold to show it? and Aerin (애린) his name means beloved jade, will the façade he forged from pressure break?

[[Warning: Mature 18+ Content]] He was just a child when his world was stolen—his parents murdered in cold blood, his past erased, and his future twisted into something unrecognizable. Raised by his father's boss, he was trained to be the perfect killer. Untraceable. Unstoppable. Unforgiving. But the truth was buried deep... For years, the boy lived without knowing, without questioning, until the past started whispering to him. Memories creeping back like ghosts. And when he got too close to the truth, he was ambushed, beaten, and left to die. But fate had other plans. Thrown into a raging river, his past was washed away once more. When he opened his eyes, he was no one. A blank slate. And in front of him stood Noah, a woman with secrets of her own. She told him he was her assistant, but the way she watched him said otherwise. There was something she wasn’t telling him. Something dangerous. ***** Somewhere far away, a woman held a child in her arms, staring at the small face with haunted eyes, "Your father… he was a good man. A great lover. Oh, who am I kidding? He was a badass." ***** While the boy fought to piece his life together, the shadows never stopped moving. A spy girl sat in a darkened room, staring at a photograph of him. Her lips curled into a smirk, "I will always keep an eye on you." ***** And when the final battle came, it was not just about survival anymore. It was about revenge. It was about justice. It was about the truth. One side won. The other lost. But neither walked away entirely. ***** Bonus Chapter: Power Stones: 100 Power Stones: 1 Chapter 200 Power Stones: 2 Chapters 300+ Power Stones: 5 Chapters Golden Tickets: 50 Golden Tickets: 1 Chapter 100 Golden Tickets: 2 Chapters 150+ Golden Tickets: 5 Chapters

Shac’s life is as ordinary as it gets, waking up, rushing to school, struggling through class, repeat. But his routine shatters when he receives a cryptic email: "Don’t forget about the Duck." At first, it seems like a harmless prank. Then he starts noticing a yellow duckling appearing in the same place, and a suffocating unsettling nightmare begins to haunt him every night. Each morning, the email arrives again, the duckling crosses his path, and the world feels a little less… real. As Shac digs deeper, he realizes these aren’t coincidences but clues to a greater mystery, one that threatens to unravel his life and his very sense of self. To uncover the truth, Shac must follow the trail of the Duck, but doing so might lead him to a reality he’s not ready to face.

"Don't die. Please" I squeaked. "Die?" Dragos' expression softened, but a sly smile spread across his face. "Baby, one of these days, I'm going to sit you down and educate you on my history. I've been called many things over the centuries, and Death's Ally was one of them. I've danced with Death more times than I can count." He patted me on the head gently. "It's the vampires who will face my wrath you should be worried about" Dragos' smile grew wider. "Besides, you seem to have forgotten one important thing, darling," he grinned. "I'm immortal. Death doesn't apply to me." ********** Dragos Nicolae Vlad III has chosen solitude over his destined role as the leader of vampires. But when Dawn Carter, a young woman with financial struggles, lands a job at the Vlad mansion, her immunity to Dragos' compulsion stirs something long dead within him. Worry. He needs to find out why. Dawn has no idea vampires exist, let alone that she's living among them or that the dangerously gorgeous Dragos is their chosen one. As feelings start to grow between them, old wounds and new desires surface, but their love isn't meant to be. She is something else. Something pure. And he? A being forged from dark magic, forever damned. A vampire, and not just any kind. Will Dragos give up the first woman to touch his heart in over four hundred years? Or can their forbidden love create a path to peace for both human and vampire species? *Warning* This book contains mature content. (Graphic violence and explicit scenes) Reader discretion advised.

Once a millionaire tech genius who came from the very gutters, Bruno knew something of adversity. But that's not to say he had a happy life. In his first life, he went through two great tragedies, both of them fueling the disease that crippled his mind, and until death, he carried that illness. Now reincarnated into a new fantastical world, our MC hopes for a different kind of life, a life as a Magus. But things don't go out as planned, and once again he is faced with great adversity. Equipped with a never-before-seen element, how will he fare in this new world? ====================================== Join the discord: https://discord.gg/9aexr4gMjN

When Gabriel awakens in a strange and forgotten world, he no longer recognizes himself. Now called Dravyn Skaroth, he is without memories of his previous life but carries vast scientific knowledge in his mind, as if his mind were a library of future eras. This new world, Élaris, is rudimentary, marked by kingdoms in constant conflict, magical creatures, and a wild and untamed nature. Here, magic is real but little understood, used in a rudimentary way by those who do not know its true potential. Dravyn, initially determined to adapt and use his knowledge to thrive in this world, soon encounters human cruelty in its most brutal form. Subjugated and marked by suffering, he sees his ideals crushed. In their place, anger grows, fueled by a desire for revenge and the weight of a remorse that never leaves him. If Élaris and its inhabitants gave him a new chance at life only to condemn him, Dravyn will decide his own redemption. And if they want a monster worse than the demons they fear, that is exactly what they will get. --Updated weekly--

"Asura, an ordinary college student, is thrust into a hidden war between gods, demons, and angels when a mysterious attack awakens an unimaginable power within him. Hunted by ruthless enemies and guided by unexpected allies, he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth of his origins. But as he delves deeper into the conflict, a question looms over him—will he rise as a savior or be consumed by the darkness within?"

War has waged as long as I could remember. I remember the blood. I remember the lifeless expressions. I remember how cold their bodies were as I laid between them.. I remember never getting the opportunity to meet my unborn baby sister. And even Now as my Brother Ascends the throne, He wishes for peace. He wants to make an alliance with The Lycans. But does he honestly think that the young king would want peace?