Summer Ends

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.

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.

Adonai was just an ordinary student, living a typical life with his friends—until everything changed. One day, a powerful dragon descended from the heavens, declaring itself a deity and announcing the dawn of a new era. Humanity was thrust into an interstellar war, a cosmic battle designed to create a supreme deity. But this war was born from the whims of a selfish god with selfish ambitions. As the conflict rages across the stars, Adonai must navigate a world turned upside down. How will this epic struggle for divinity end?

Sam once struck fear into strickland as the towns most prolific serial killer, then he was shot dead. As he was preparing for hell he woke up in an unfamiliar place, inside an unfamiliar body. Now known as Grandis Delusio, Sam must navigate this new world and deal with the fallout of the new found emotions that he didn't have in his previous life. As he's learning about this new and incredible world he stumbles upon a string of murders. However, they were all done using his MO and even the signature nobody but himself ever knew about! Grandis will have to dive into his own mind to solve these murders, but by doing so he might learn the answer to questions he never asked.

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?

In a world ruled by strength, cultivation, and influence, what happens when one man alone holds the power to change everything? "Welcome to the world..." Alaric, born into the family of a Duke, was believed to be just another child. But there’s nothing ordinary about him. Strength is only a fraction of... his oddity. [Nascent One's Guide.] One morning, Alaric awakens to a life-altering power—and a boner. Alaric isn’t ambitious, far from it. He couldn’t care less about strength, fame, or power. If given the choice, he’d spend every moment with the people he loves, doing absolutely nothing. But his obsession with enjoying his life with his loved ones? It grabs him by the collar and drags him toward greatness, forcing him into a world where strength is the only way to survive. “Father... you're their target, aren’t you?” Alaric won’t allow anyone to even think of harming his family. His pursuit of power isn’t for glory or status—it’s for protection. For them. Follow Alaric’s journey as he unravels the truth of the world and climbs to the top, driven not by ambition, but by a relentless need to keep his loved ones safe—no matter the cost.

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.

After his elder sister's death, Koa finds himself alone in this dark world, shrouded in mystery. His new life comes with many obstacles, and although he tries to live as peacefully as possible, it seems as if everything in this world is trying to kill him.

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.

In a town, the prelude to youth quietly draws to a close. A young girl, Zhao Ling'er, with a vision for the future, steps into the door of Zhangchuan Middle School. She is lively and cheerful, full of unlimited fantasies about the future, eager to find like-minded friends on campus, meet the man of her destiny, and start her own youthful story. However, the gears of fate have already turned quietly, and she meets with several classmates with very different personalities on campus, and their stories are intertwined to form the most beautiful model of youth. There are laughter, tears, growing pains and the light of dreams, and they will walk through this unforgettable journey of youth together.

Is it possible to fall in love with a guy you just met on a resort? Was it fate or just coconuts? An 18 year old girl is on a fun summer vacation with her family; and later finds out that maybe the Berry sangria isn't the sweetest thing she can enjoy this summer.

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For 5,000 years, the world has feared the return of a forgotten legend. Now, that legend walks among them-a boy cursed with darkness, a prophecy left unfinished, and a fate that could either save or destroy everything. The world is watching. The gods are silent. The end has begun.