Summer Ends

“Hell is empty, and all the devils are here.” — William Shakespeare, The Tempest △▼△▼△▼△ At the stroke of midnight, four people are summoned to a different place. There, the Trials await. Eldritch forests, bleeding alters, and gods who wear the facades of death for entertainment. Here, survival is not just a fight. It is life. At midnight, the Light left this world.

This story is about Xen's journey all over the Existence

In a world guided to prosperity by divine beings known as Shepherds, Yel Arki is haunted by whispers of an ancient entity within him—a force that promises the end of all existence and seeks to consume his very soul. Desperate to escape the growing dread, he takes on his first escort mission with the adventurer’s guild—a simple job that goes horribly wrong. When the caravan is attacked, Yel discovers dark secrets surrounding his client, Merika, and the ancient artifact she carries: the True Scriptures, a relic tied to a shadowy organization that walks in darkness. As Yel and Merika flee for their lives, he realizes the artifact is more than it seems—it holds the key to his own fate and the survival of the world itself. But the entity within him grows stronger, and its ultimate goal becomes clear: to plunge the world into eternal rest. Now, Yel must confront the truth about the entity, the artifact, and his own forgotten past—before it’s too late

The world ended—twice. Liam should have died along with it. Instead, he woke up with a system whispering of sovereign paths he was never meant to walk, an interface bound to something far older than the Dominion’s rule. Alone, hunted, and bound by a directive he barely understands, he fights to carve a place for himself in a world where fractured gods and cybernetic overlords rule what remains. In the Genesis Protocol’s void, where reality unravels, he faces echoes of celestial experiments, shadows of himself that seek to consume him. His body is bruised, ribs aching, strength fading—but he refuses to fall. “You do not belong,” the void whispers. Liam wipes the blood from his mouth, smirking. “I get that a lot.” And then, he raises his blade. Because if the world won’t make space for him—he’ll tear one open himself.

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Laya, a rebellious young woman, desperate for freedom and adventure, escapes the confines of her traditional upbringing. In the bustling streets of a nearby town, she meets a charismatic outsider, and their passionate encounter sets off a chain of events that puts her very life at risk. As she navigates the treacherous consequences of her choices, she must confront the darkness of her past and the secrets that threaten to destroy her future.

She has no time for relationships—at least, that's what she tells herself. Swim captain, world champion, all-around aquatics golden boy, Shadrach Malcolm thrives on discipline. It's how he wins gold medals and breaks records: complete focus, with every stroke. On the surface, Shadrach and Pearl have nothing in common. Until a well-guarded secret slips out, and everything changes. So they start an arrangement. And as the pressure leading to the Olympics heats up, so does their relationship. It was supposed to be just a temporary, mutually satisfying fling. But when staying away from Shadrach becomes impossible, Pearl realizes that her heart might be treading into dangerous water...

Maverick is stuck in a rut. Since his grandma passed away and his girlfriend left him, he hasn't been able to enjoy anything he used to love. He goes through the motions of life, working out and staying healthy, but he's lost his spark. One day, Maverick discovers a strange ability: he can see glimpses of how his future interactions with people will play out. Unfortunately, every vision he has ends in boredom and disappointment. Soon, his visions took a bizarre turn, accompanied by ethereal figures. Amidst the confusion, he found himself pursued by one group and rescued by another, revealing a hidden world he never knew existed. His ordinary life shattered, replaced by an extraordinary odyssey into the unknown.

2040 was the earth Changed as one sunny morning the sky fell and brought an unamenable monster upon the earth.

The Four Horseman of the Apocalypse. A title passed down from generation to generation, always carried by feared and powerful figures. This time, however, four brothers sealed a pact with a demon, becoming the new Horseman — War, Famine, Pestilence and Death. But unlike their predecessors, they were still human, torn between destruction and redemption, with hearts that still carry love and hate. "When the end is near, it's best to run. But when you are the apocalypse, you can fight the end... and you can win." Signed: Death.

Jordan Blythe was on top of the world as the star soccer player of his time. Every game he played, the crowd cheered his name. But his life came crashing down when he was involved in a road accident. On the brink of losing his career and his ability to walk, his wife—whom he had sworn to divorce for a hotter and younger woman—stood firmly by his side. She was the only person who helped him recover and the only one who believed he could run on the field again. The time they spent together in the hospital made him realize that his wife truly loved him. And yet, why was she the one handing him the divorce papers?

Unbeknownst to Seraphina that she was bestowed a gift and also had a past life, she lived her nineteen years in bliss until the day her parents announced a nerve-breaking news to her. She was offered as a peace bride to the son of their family business partner who they were greatly indebted to. Tried and tired of going against the marriage, Seraphina finally succumbed and accepted the proposal to marry the Lord's son under a secret agreement which was between them, the future couple. This agreement unknown to her was a trap from her famous future husband to lure her into his cage and web where together, they revisited everything about their past life. There, she found out that she was not only the town's Belle but also a powerful woman who was bestowed with an incredible gift many fought and wished to acquire which unfortunately, she had misused for the wrong people then. Discovering the hidden dark secrets that were the cause of her death and downfall in her past life, and also about the very one person whom she trusted that was the cause of her death, she vowed to avenge everyone who had used her. But her biggest setback in accomplishing her goal was, she couldn't remember who and what her future husband was in her past life no matter how hard she tried. Without remembering him, she had no power to start her revenge. The only way and breakthrough at which she can remember him was to consummate their marriage which, sadly, was not an easy feat to fulfill. Left with the last option on her list, she chose to kill everyone from her past life including her husband-to-be. But how far could she go to attain her goal with her not-so-easy vampire husband so that fate won't be repeated? She was a determined lioness trapped in the web of a cunning vampire.

#Sile Shadows ** An investigation. An abandoned hospital. Secrets that should never come to light. ** When Molly Mason receives a desperate connection from his missing adoptive brother, Ayman al-Saraawi, his life turns upside down. After months without news, Ayman reveals to be stuck in the Ravencroft Hospital - an abandoned psychiatric asylum in the southern mountains of Levaosnia, where unimaginable horrors happen away from the eyes of the world. With just one camera as a weapon and his investigative journalist instinct as a guide, Molly infiltrates the hospital complex claim to rescue his brother and expose the truth. What she finds goes beyond the limits of sanity: * Doctors who never left the hospital when it was officially closed nine years ago * Inhuman experiments transforming patients into carnivorous aberrations * Cannibalism rituals in the name of "perfection of salvation" * Supernatural phenomena that challenge understanding * A conspiracy to create a new worldwide regime where death by illness would be replaced by a monstrous and immortal existence With each runner he runs, with every room he explores, Molly approaches not only his brother, but also the darkest secrets of forbidden medicine. With her camera recording every horrifying discovery, she becomes the last hope against a threat that could rewrite the future of humanity. But at Ravencroft Hospital, nothing is what it seems. And the doctors led by the enigmatic Dr. Vorstaan are already aware of their presence ... ** Asylum Shadows ** is a psychological horror and supernatural suspense webnovel that plunges into the depths of the scientific obsession and the darkest side of the search for immortality. Inspired by Outlast's universe, this terrifying narrative explores the boundaries between science and madness, reality and nightmare. *In the shadows of Ravencroft, the screams of patients have never ceased.

Lucien was a man of detachment, an observer in a world he neither cared for nor sought to change. To him, life unfolded as it was meant to, a series of inconsequential events, none of which ever managed to spark his interest. His world was meticulously ordered, untouched by chaos, even when his father arrived home one day with a stranger in tow. The boy, Noah, introduced as Lucien’s cousin, was young, quiet, and entirely unremarkable. The boy’s sudden appearance raised more questions than answers, especially since no one had known of his existence until that moment. Lucien, true to his nature, dismissed the development as yet another insignificant twist in his father’s unpredictable whims. Until he found a peculiar book, one whose cryptic words seemed to draw a connection to the boy. Against his better judgment, he began to notice the boy’s every move, every glance, every hesitation. For the first time in his carefully controlled existence, Lucien’s mask faltered.

This is the story of a young man named, Blaze Constantine, who has taken on the family business, since his father has disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Blaze is now tasked with keeping the balance between his world and other worlds(planes).

Gaia is dead. The world is a mess of fused realms—acid rain burns the ground, food is scarce, and the air is poison. No one knows why Gaia, the ancient guardian of life, died, but her rotting corpse unleashed chaos. Monstrous Outer Gods slithered into the cracks of reality, twisting the land into nightmares. Yet, in the ruins, people still fight to survive. Under a giant boulder—the only shelter in this toxic wasteland—a boy wakes up. He’s the last human alive, his memories fuzzy except for flashes of a lost Earth: sunny skies, laughter, and a strange power inside him. He can create Kaiju, giant monsters that could crush armies… if he knew how to control them. But right now, he’s just a hungry kid, scrambling to find food and avoid getting killed. Outside his rock, alien clans run the show. Some trade clean water for labor, others heal wounds with glowing mushrooms, and a few settle disputes with fistfights to blow off steam before rage drives them insane. Everyone fears the 100% Rule. Too much stress, sadness, or anger? Your mind snaps, turning you into a Husk—a mindless monster with no soul. The boy’s Kaiju power could help him survive… or push him closer to becoming a Husk. Worse, death here is permanent. If he dies, someone else takes his place—an outcast, a kid, a warrior. The world doesn’t care who you are. It just wants to eat you alive. This isn’t a story about heroes. The boy isn’t special. He’s just trying to survive, one day at a time—bargaining with clans, scavenging junk, and accidentally summoning Kaiju when he panics. Maybe he’ll find a way to fix this broken world. Or maybe he’ll just find a decent meal. In a place this messed up, even small victories matter.

Gemini visits the coastal town for a break from city life, expecting a boring summer. But everything changes when he meets Fourth, a hardworking boy with a secret love for music. As they spend time together—exploring night markets, watching fireworks, and sharing late-night talks on the beach—a quiet but undeniable connection forms. However, as summer nears its end, they must face the reality of their different lives.

The Year is 1885 of the Imperial Calendar. When the Imperial Flagship P.R.S. REAPER comes under attack, Major Derringer "Trick-Shot" Asus calls his bay handler to open his hanger so he can deploy in defense of the ship but is denied deployment. Soon after the ships Commander gives him a new task. Escort the Chalmayan Princess back to their home world of Primia.

Every day, the same monotony, the same routine, the same solitude. For him, life is just a series of meaningless moments, until a tragic twist of fate disrupts everything. After his death, William finds himself reincarnated into a magical and fantastical world, where every living being possesses unique magical attributes. In this new life, William embarks on a journey of self-discovery, where each event confronts him with unexpected challenges and mysteries. -------------------------------------------------------- This cover was made by an AI.

Zowe Slein Martin is a simple, bubbly, happy go lucky and stupid for her crush. Bryan Lupez San Teruso, A.K.A BLUST. Isang high class, fashionable, gwapo, matalino at higit sa lahat sikat sa buong school. Isa siyang transfer student. Gagawin naman lahat ni Zowe para lang mapansin siya nito, a little things na nagagawa o naibibigay sa kaniya ni Blust. Parang umaabot na hanggang langit ang kaniyang ngiti. Pero magbabago ang takbo ng kaniyang kwento pagdating ni Blust sa school nila, Ika-crush back din kaya siya ng crush niya? Magugustohan rin kaya siya nito? Magiging sila kaya? or maybe she's the midnight summer of Blust.

Our protagonist is a vampiress that has everything, that all would envy. As she matures, Men after men, after men, they all are in constant turmoil with one another for her hand in marriage. Will she be able to pick one? Marry the 'one' the love of her life in a living in a simple life filled with contentment or will she succumb to greed as a Villainess and be the seductress they all love, to have handsome guys in her beck-and-call wrapped around her finger? ************************************************* 3RD PLACE | BRONZE WINNER WPC# 219 | MARY SUE *************************************************

"When the mind forgets, the heart will always remember the love that was once restrained." Noa and Josh were two souls bound by a love so pure, so passionate, that they were willing to defy the odds stacked against them. They fought tirelessly, refusing to let anything or anyone tear them apart. But fate had other plans. A cruel twist of destiny erased their memories of each other, leaving behind only an unshakable emptiness in their hearts. Strangers once more, they now walk separate paths, unaware of the love they once swore to protect. But can love truly be forgotten? Or will their hearts, despite the silence of their minds, find a way back to each other? A story of love, loss, and the undeniable pull of destiny because some loves are meant to be remembered.

Running Into You on a Cold Summer follows the story of Yuki Takemoto, a high school student who is no stranger to the ordinary rhythms of his life until he unexpectedly ends up at a friend’s house one summer evening. There, he meets Shiori Izumi, a girl he's only just started talking to. What was supposed to be a casual hangout soon takes an unexpected turn as the evening spirals into a series of awkward encounters, shared moments, and miscommunications.

Whispers of the Summer Sky** Arjun never planned to spend his summer at a remote countryside resort, much less on a quiet hilltop bench. For him, it was supposed to be an escape from his family and the noise of life—just him, his sketchbook, and the stars. But everything changes when he meets Naina, a spirited and opinionated girl who claims the bench as her own. At first, their encounters are marked by playful arguments and awkward silences, but as the nights pass and the stars grow brighter, they begin to share pieces of themselves—dreams, fears, and the secrets they hide from the world. What starts as a chance meeting turns into something deeper, as the hilltop becomes their sanctuary and the summer sky witnesses the fragile bond forming between them. But summers don’t last forever. As the days slip by, Arjun and Naina must face the reality of their lives beyond the bench. Will their connection survive the world waiting for them, or will it fade like the whispers of the summer sky? A heartfelt story of fleeting moments, unexpected connections, and the beauty of finding someone who truly understands you.

iris David's a twenty one year old lady who has been maltreated since her mother's death her life was miserable, but something happened that changed her whole life. ............... Luke Anderson is a twenty four years old guy ,who is wealthy and a successful CEO , finally gets to marry the love of his life, they might have been separated for a while but it is all coming to and end . ....... what is the connection between the two, what happened that changed their life and destiny. READ TO FIND OUT.

This is the sequel to Beyond of Journey. The main character for End of tomorrow, K, is a human who wants to become a Galaxy Keeper with limited human strength. Watch all the challenges and journeys of this main character to achieve his dream.