Half Baked

Durin stroked the black cat on the armrest of his chair, sitting on the black leather sofa. Through the glasses perched on his nose, his gaze passed over the long table in front of him and settled on the man kneeling on the carpet: "I understand, you've made money in Naples, your business has been very successful, and you've led a happy life. You've had those secret police, friends in both the law and the underground, and even the Royal Family speaking on your behalf." "You don't need a friend like me, I know that. You're afraid of owing me a favor, and you don't want to get involved in troubles." "But now you come to me and say, 'I beg you, Mr. Durin of the Corleon family, please help me seek justice, so that my life and my family will not suffer and sink into despair.' Yet, in your eyes, I was nothing more than a second-rate artist involved in movies and music. Even at the brink of death, you still show me such disrespect, not even willing to call me by my title... Keeper of Secrets."

My new novel "I'm Done Being the Green Tea Empress" is now available for free. I can't wait for your support... After a desolate death, Su Luo finally realized who were human and who were ghosts around her! Reborn, she swears not to let off the dogs of a couple and to cling tightly to her ex-husband's leg. But what happened to the agreed-upon contract marriage, and not being interested in women? ---- Every day, the Princely Heir must make three inquiries: Where is Madam? Does Madam love me more today? When will Madam conceive our child with me? "Princely Heir, Madam was angry today and smashed a pair of bracelets!" "Take Madam to the storeroom and let her smash until she's happy!" "Princely Heir, Madam got into trouble again today!" "Who dares to provoke her?" "It's the Crown Prince!" Princely Heir pondered for a moment: "Oh, then let's turn the world upside down and see who else dares to provoke her!"

After couple years apart two half brothers who are opposite to each other have to go through high school and realize the basically the same.

"Get your hands off me!" she wrestle against my grip, so I held her even tighter. "Put this on!" I groaned, toiling to keep her in place and wishing again I’d worn the damn gloves. The feel of her warm skin under my arm and palm wasn’t helping my focus. "I'm not taking you home like this!" "You don't tell me what to do!" she snapped, thrashing to break free of my hold as I fumbled with the cloak in my other hand, trying to drape it over her bare shoulders. "I'm not going home! Let me go, I said!" "Did you really think I got you out of there just to let you wander the streets, almost naked, like a lunatic?" That stopped her. "What did you call me?!" "LU-NA-TIC." "You... You…! Take your hands off me, you insolent brute!" Enraged, she yanked her arm too abruptly and lost her balance. I caught her, wrapped her in the cloak, and threw her over my shoulder. "PUT ME DOWN!" She shrieked and flailed, but I ignored her, making my way to the Commander’s house, which, thanks to Braa, was only two streets away. Since the entire population was in the square for the ridiculous festival, no one intervened at the frantic cries of the wild creature. No wonder in the ten years I've known the Commander, I've never heard that he has a daughter. She must’ve been kept locked away. Strangely, she suddenly went still and quiet. Had she grown tired, worried about attracting attention, or finally realized how inappropriate it was to show up at her parents' doorstep in this state? She didn’t seem to care before. With every step, my anxiety grew—she was limp. "Hey!" No answer. Seriously?! "Hey, you!" Nothing. A bad feeling crept over me, so I pulled her off my shoulder and into my arms. Her head fell against my chest—unconscious. "Hey! Hey, you!" I shook her, but she didn’t react. Panic surged through me. Had she fainted? Had I held her too tight? Lifting her more securely, I sprinted toward the Commander's house.

In the vast world of Atlantia, where magic and fantastical creatures thrive, an anomaly was born—an existence that defied the natural order. Thus, at the moment of his conception, his fate was set in stone. Because to him who wielded the absolute authority, he would shake the order of the entire world. But rather it being a blessing it became a more of a curse, as those who held powers began to feel threatened, unbeknownst to that existence. But to their relief they managed to stop that existence from ever fully manifesting his potential, by clipping his wings, and in the end causing his demise. However, may it be a turn of fate or something else in working, he was given another chance. So now that he knew how this would end. It is time to embrace the power and the identity that he was born with... Enjoying the story thus far? Support me at: patreon.com/PandorasAct Also available on royal road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/432964/fictions

[Warning: You’re about to meet the laziest, dumbest, most annoying MC ever. If yelling at idiots brings you joy, or if watching someone waste insane opportunities is your idea of fun—this is your story.] "Automation isn’t enough of a cheat? Fine, guess I’ll automate *cheating* too," says **Lu Sheng**, a man so lazy he makes procrastination look like a martial art. Scammed in Hell and roped into working for the Hell Guardians, Lu Sheng’s only talent is avoiding work. Luckily, he somehow scored an Automated System that does all the fighting, thinking, and surviving for him. Now he can sit back, relax, and… oh, wait. Turns out even Hell can’t handle his laziness. From accidentally defeating bosses while taking naps to pissing off demons just by existing, Lu Sheng’s "efforts" bring chaos everywhere he goes. Will his half-baked plans backfire spectacularly, or will the universe just throw its hands up and let him win out of pure exhaustion? This is a story about a guy who cheats at cheating, somehow survives Hell, and makes you want to scream at him every step of the way. -------------------- #ACTION #ADVENTURE #SYSTEM #WEAKTOSTRONG #CULTIVATION #OVERPOWERED #TRANSMIGRATION #ISEKAI #KINGDOMBUILDING #XIANXIA Sorry, guys, no smut, no harem, no romance, no slice of life, no power of friendship. I would like to Thanks my Top 10 Fans - 1. @Aoki_kun, 2. @TheDNAlien, 3. @Philis213, @Shirokiyami, @Spare_4117, @Gideon_Salvatore, @Copper_Gaze, @77starblade, @Scyanicat and @John1c. Cover art AI generated.

Welcome to the world where Gods exist, and where humans meet their end. In this world filled with magic and Gods exist the power of half Gods, or nisf daw—humans given names by Gods to become their future successors. These half God and half humans chose their own path, whether said path is to be villainess or righteous, a “hero,” or a “villain.” However, in this tale, there are no true “heroes” or “villains;” there are only victims or victors. A destined young girl—19-year-old Zayn—pulls out the legendary sword Excalibur and becomes the nisf daw— the chosen successor— of the King of Gods himself, changing the lives of herself and her best friends forever. As Zayn explores this new world she is forced into and the reason for her existence, she bonds closer with new friends and allies, faces strong foes, and explores love, something the strongest woman in the world never knew she’d ever get the chance to experience.

I don't know yet what the whole story will be about, so I can't say anything for sure. If you like the beginning, write about what or who you would like to know more about. Now I only know that this is the story of a group of friends who realized that there is only one step from hate to love. Please don't blame me for my English - it's not my native language, but I try my best. If anyone wants to edit the text - I'll be nice to cooperate.

Layla was a half American half, Ghanaian who died of heart disease. now transmigrated to a game she created, with no memories of her past. Layla must fight and level up with ultimate leveling system 001 to find a way back to the real world. while gaining her memories along

“Why do you always say that I am devious and cunning, and that I am a double-crosser, and that I am cruel and vicious, and that I do nothing wrong? I must solemnly correct you, this is called wisdom and strategy!” “Does it matter? What position tonight? Or do you mean, rotate them all over again?” “Oooh ......” The once adopted daughter, student, sister, and disciple have now each become the leader of a power number...

Jo Yi-Su, a 23-year-old cheerful and kind-hearted woman, moves into a quiet apartment complex, seeking to navigate life and heal from her lonely past. After losing her parents at 15, she has lived under the care of her generous aunt, who supports her financially. Despite her warmth and love for animals, Jo Yi has always yearned for meaningful connections. Her mundane life takes a turn when she meets her enigmatic neighbor, Im Ki-Joo, a reserved and aloof young man who keeps to himself. Their first meeting happens over a plate of cookies Jo Yi baked to introduce herself to Ki-Joo's mother, Su-Mi. Despite his cold demeanor, Jo Yi feels drawn to him and starts to find excuses to visit, often leaving cookies for his mother. The two share fleeting moments, including an incident where Jo Yi helps Ki-Joo with a cockroach in his apartment, revealing his fear. Slowly, a bond forms as Jo Yi tries to learn more about Ki-Joo, whose life is clouded by secrets and the weight of his family's expectations.

We start our adventure at a kids shelter where are mane character is he is a 15-year-old kid who has no parents he always has seen things that others could not see but he thinks its his mind playing tricks on him till one day turns his live around he was attacked by a monster lucky him and his friend got away and some other half-blood picked them up and talked about a camp for half-blood to live and train this camp is called Agora what will Hunter Nekros do will he live or will the fates snip his life string only they know but he is in for a wild ride. Author note: I will be taking ideas from the Percy Jackson books and the series on youtube called origins of Olympus to make my world but I will add my own ideas gods and such but there will be stuff from both. I started this book cuz of an idea I had and I liked making the first chapters so I thought y not see if other people would like to read it to feel free to comment on it if you like it I am not the best speller so feel free to comment on my mistake. This will be my 5 book I have made I will be working on the chapters at my own past for each book but I will put some over the others thank you for trying my books hope you enjoy and my the gods look over you.

“Really, God? You didn’t answer my sincere prayers when I wanted to be rich… but the one time I joked about living in a novel, you actually listened? Unbelievable.” — Maverick isn’t anyone special—just a guy with a normal life who loves reading online novels as a hobby. Then, after a train accident, he wakes up somewhere both familiar and strange:—a dark, twisted version of the fantasy novel he barely bothered to finish. As if waking up as a side character wasn’t bad enough, he quickly discovers a grim twist: he’s now a half-vampire in a world where vampires are hated, hunted, and feared. Surrounded by enemies on all sides, Maverick has to navigate dangerous vampire rogue clans, a secretive hunter organization, and his own family, who would kill him if they knew the truth. Oh, and let’s not forget the mysterious system that seems more interested in throwing him into life-or-death missions than actually helping him survive. Can Maverick keep his identity hidden, find his way in a world he hardly knows, and maybe—just maybe—outsmart both fate and his bloodthirsty new “family”? Or will the role of a side character be his doom?

Earth was once a magical place, where peace and prosperity reigned, but when some people learned the dark side of magic, there is chaos everywhere, it's only up to one person, Derkile. A 17 years old boy is on a mission as a sorcerer to bring peace back to earth, and along the journey he also became a mythical creature, a half human/ half lion. will he be able to face all the challenges that comes up during his mission?, let's find out.

The world is at war, but our hero, a baker, doesn’t have time to care during the week. From Monday to Saturday, he kneads dough, bakes, and serves croissants. But on Sundays, he becomes the "Sunday Hero", saving the world from dragons and demons with the same passion he puts into his pastries. A legendary hero who only fights when he’s not busy baking!

A mage on death's door, drowning in a sea of regret - that was Darian, a man who chased power only to find it a cruel mistress. He traded his health for fleeting strength, a bargain that led him to a lonely end in a dingy apartment. But as the darkness claimed him, something shifted. He awakens to a scent that shouldn't exist - his mother's baking - and a sight even more impossible: her, alive and young. Is this a twisted afterlife, mocking him with what he lost? Or could this be a second chance, a rewind on a life gone wrong? But why him? And if it is real... what will he change, and at what cost?

Grimm, a young, broke college student back on Earth dies and is reincarnated into a fantasy world of magic. Being half-dragon, half-human, he must survive in this new world while also trying to figure out why all the dragons disappeared.

[Action/Science Fantasy/Battle Academy] Updating daily through Arc 1 One hundred years ago, being diagnosed with the "affliction" was the kiss of death. Whether by mutation or firing squad, Linnaeans lived notoriously tragic lives. The few that lived suffered from irreversible mutations. These creatures, few as they were, inspired legends of werewolves, mermaids, and sirens. Then came the treatments for the Linnaean affliction. The discovery of temporary gene repression meant that the development of mutations could be slowed and managed. This created an "unholy" new race that shared the DNA of both humans and animals. Feared and hated by the outside world, they created a stronghold to develop their medicines and amass their power. Today, Linnaeans from all over the continent live in the City of Mendel and train under the renowned Professor Corax, a brilliant and eccentric geneticist. Just before her eighteenth birthday, Ember is diagnosed with the affliction. Suddenly, instead of moving into her dorms and studying with the brightest in the country, she is whisked off to the City of Mendel by government officials who are as scared of her as she is of them. As she contends with a new city and her own treatment, she'll also have to face the tension of the half-baked treaty between the Linnaean people and the outside world. There's no doubt - life won't be easy in a city where the population is able to harness the abilities (and instincts) of animals. ----------------------------------------------------- Also available on Royal Road, Scribblehub, and Spacebattles Forum. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/hekate37

Once the very heavens roared at his sight, his might relentless in destruction and looting. He struck the layers of the celestial bodies with wickedness unparalleled, earning him the tag of the second mischievous saint. But he bit off more than he could chew, when he failed to realise, he was getting weak due to his rotting meridians which were poisoned each day by his own brother. Henceforth, death greeted his eyes, yet even she bent herself in front of his great Dao! ------- Time has changed and the art of natural dantian has been severed, nature itself couldn't comprehend the abundance of the natural flow of Qi, and thus it gave birth to beasts. Now humanity no longer strong uses their intelligence to create weapons and alchemy to artificially function against them. But what if, someone, a man of the past awakens yet again? The man who defeated death, the mischievous immortal had rose yet again though- why was he half dragon? -------- Op Mc: Present System: Absent Just read it.

It's about a girl named Ellie born by the goddess of beauty, Aphrodite but under circumstances she had to be casted down to earth where she lives it with her human parents. After many years her biological mother appears to her and tells her everything and how the fate of the world lies on her shoulder yet, she remains reluctant and refuses to accept the fact that she's a goddess's daughter even after realizing her powers would she accept her faith or would she be destroyed alongside the whole world. I know you might say if she is the daughter of a god then she wouldn't die but in this book, anything is possible. Her name is Ellie, Fiery, fascinating, alluring, Ellie, but is she what she seems to be?

Chen Erniu is a notorious fool in the village, but he is very popular among the women there. After recovering from an accident, the beauties love him even more. Good sister, it's not good to climb the wall to your room in the middle of the night! " " Good sister, what do you want in broad daylight!"

Vale Nerine was a strange cake. A cake with different flavors, holding a taste impossible to replicate by human food. And this perfect creature, the perfect cake, could only be gotten by the person in him being crushed to tasteless flour. Mixed with hypnotic sweetness, leavened by a sprinkle of torture. A crack of psych, a melting of resistance, and a glass of defensive apathy. Before being baked by the bakers with precision into this pinnacle of excellence. The five forks had a change of mind. They all wanted a bite.

Damien Bircher is a half vampire and a half Angel. He lived with his mom in Unem village until otherworld monsters attacked the village. Many innocent life were lost including his mom' . However after her death ,Damien comes to find out the truth about himself and the world plagued by monsters.He sets a single aim to live for Damien: I swear to kill every one of them. Will Damien's revenge goal succeed or will he get another goal

A world that some people have superpowers some people are half-monsters and some of them just normal humans there are diffirent types of powers and diffirent types of half-monsters these powers determined by genetic and souls that posses powers your power determined the day you born and appear before you reach 14 years old and if it doesnt appear that means you dont have a power then the dead family members their souls can give you their powers but if they dont aggre you cant have their powers half-monsters get their monster powers and monster forms from their family genes and clans In this world both half-monsters and Power users are equal every half-monster have a bot human and monster form and they all have uniqe abilities power classification there are couple classes of powers - manipulation of things and matters this class member powers are can be pyrokinesis, cyrokinesis, geokinesis or thing are smilar to it - self enhancers the people who posses this kind of power can be physically strong and durable also their powers can be used only on themselves like flying or being flexible and being smart or mental control of themselves most of the half-monsters are accepted as self enhancers - reality benders the most dangerous kind of powers people with reality bending powers are rare and because they are dangerous speacial teams created for hunting them their powers are stronger then normal powers and can damage the reality some them have to be captured or destroyed - speacial powers with non-reality bending these people powers are uniqe but not dangerous as reality benders can be variety of things like cloning, telekinesis, firing lasers and much more

Hiang Li is a half human half vampire who feels that he’s cursed and had lost all his dear ones. He was cold and filled with sadness till Hikari his temporary secretary came in to his life though she came back for revenge since she had a history with his family, will she fall in love with him. What are the odds of their love.

The Half Blood: A Valley of Skinwalkers In the year 2118, terrifying creatures from fiction have become reality. Two hundred years prior, a powerful sorceress unleashed these horrors upon the world. Since then, mankind has fought a relentless war for survival against them. Jamie, a soldier in the US Army, is half a werewolf and half human. He must hide his dual nature from both sides of the world, living in constant fear of discovery. Jamie and his team are dispatched to investigate a mysterious valley where numerous people have disappeared after answering a distress call. What begins as a routine mission quickly turns into a desperate struggle for survival as they face off against a sinister and enigmatic enemy. Jamie must confront the horrors of the valley and the secrets of his own nature as he fights to protect his team and uncover the truth behind the terrifying valley of skinwalkers, pushing his abilities and his humanity to the limit in a battle for survival.

When you have felt the warmth of a mothers protective embrace. Along with living in a safe haven carved by your father's blood, sweat, and tears. Having those safe feelings torn away from you can cause one's will to crumble. The world starts to look more cruel, people start appear more scary, and chasing the mindless flicker of light becomes impossible. Once a safe feeling is ripped away only darkness is left. What would you do if you were presented with the same love and care in a world ridden with war. Where life is but a mere string that could break at any moment; where danger lurks in the places you least expect it to. What would you do to keep your loved ones safe and happy? Would you lay low and keep yourself hidden from the world and count your limited days—even though people would call you a coward and selfish? Or would you confront the dangers and be their protective shield—even though doing so would endanger your own life—and people would call you reckless? To be honest, there is no definite answer to these questions. Sometimes, you just have to go with the flow and shut down your brain to listen to your heart. In this world where war is everywhere, and peace is nothing but a fleeting dream. ––– Let's build a world with our imagination where our dreams can be realised! Let's build a world where reality is fiction and fiction is reality! ––– I don't own the cover pic, if you do, feel free to tell me, I'll remove it immediately. ––– All editing credits: Me and My friend Fox