Sticky Strings

In a world dominated by seven super-corporations, the Longevity Species that always occupied the pinnacle of power didn't allow for the enactment of written laws. The Floating Islands of prisons delimited by lines on the map, where resources would inevitably run out in the future... People yearned for the birth of a true "Hero," yet they cynically awaited the fall of a Hero from grace. As long as one was hailed by the media as a Hero, even murder could be forgiven, and every word they said would be adored. Even high and mighty Elves dared not provoke the edge of a Hero. But if a Hero of the past committed even a minor offense, the moment their image crumbled, the forgiven sins would flare up like an inextinguishable furnace, and the stars of yesterday would instantly become unforgivable criminals... "—Come become a Hero, Russell." The most vicious criminal in the world thrust a knife into the boy's hand, whispering a low enticement. —————— Solo female lead, Beast Ears, Spiritual Energy, Mechanical Angels, and other elements. Cyber-fantasy. Please refrain if not to your liking.

After a tragic accident, an ordinary young man awakens in a new world teeming with floating islands, supernatural abilities, and mysterious dangers. Reincarnated in a body he doesn’t recognize and granted a cryptic "system" that refuses to explain itself, he’s thrust into Vanguard Academy—a high school where only the most powerful and determined survive. With no clue why he’s been chosen or what the system wants from him, he must navigate a cutthroat world of rivalries, alliances, and mind-bending challenges. Armed with courage, wit, and untapped potential, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind his reincarnation and the forces pulling the strings in this enigmatic universe. Can he rise above the chaos, or will he fall like countless others before him? Perfect for fans of Solo Leveling and The Beginning After The End, this story blends reincarnation, epic battles, and intricate worldbuilding into a gripping tale of survival and self-discovery.

"Love's Poet" is a poignant narrative that delves into the intricacies of a relationship, where love and pain coexist. The protagonist, embodying the role of a poet, navigates the highs and lows of love, encapsulating their journey through verse. Despite enduring hurt and misunderstanding, the poet's unwavering devotion leads them to seek understanding and forgiveness, crafting their emotions into beautifully crafted lines. Through the power of poetry, they immortalize the essence of their love, transcending the challenges they face. As the tale unfolds, "Love's Poet" becomes a testament to the enduring strength of love, where even amidst pain, the bond between two souls remains unbreakable.

In the sweltering heat of a Bangkok suburb, a new semester dawned on the public university, casting a spotlight on the city's most infamous clique: The Elite and The Tops. Renowned among students from various schools and universities for their captivating visuals, impeccable style, and intriguing aura, they were the epitome of youthful glamour and sophistication. At the heart of this tangled web were three individuals bound by a shared trauma: Siriporn "Siri" Ratanawong, the stunning 19-year-old architecture student with a secret she dare not speak; Ratchanon "Chan" Chaiyaphum, the charismatic law student with a penchant for painting and a hidden past; and Sarawut "Wut" Thongkham, the brooding medicine student with a talent for art and a soul tormented by guilt. Their lives had intersected in a tragic dance five years prior, when they witnessed the brutal murder of Siri's older brother, Chaiwat. The killer, shrouded in mystery, had left an indelible mark on their psyches, a scar that still throbbed with pain. As they navigated the treacherous landscape of university life, the past began to stir, like a serpent awakening from a deep slumber. The Elite and The Tops, sworn enemies since their private secondary school days, found themselves unexpectedly reunited at the public university. The tension between them was palpable, a powder keg waiting to ignite. Little did they know, their lives were about to become inextricably entwined once more, as the unknown killer began to weave his way back into their lives, leaving behind a trail of eerie whispers and unsettling memories. The scent of jasmine and smoke lingered in the air, a haunting reminder that the past was never truly buried. As the semester unfolded, Siri, Chan, and Wut would find themselves torn between their desire for justice and their need for survival. Would they be able to confront the darkness that had haunted them for so long, or would it consume them, once and for all?

In a world where Science meets the Arcane, a time where the surreal bridges upon the factual, an Era in which the physical and metaphysical unify against one common threat. This threat can be seen anywhere, from outside the cottage of a man who struggles with his own isolation, shouting "I cannot be taken yet, for hope has not deserted me!!!" or in the tranquil embrace of nature, where a young man lives among the roots and vines thinking "The Mother of Roots will surely save me", only to find themselves vanished anyhow. Whether meek or the pinnacle of excellence all seems to fade when the "Outers" walk the soils. Explore the world of Alter-Grey in all its facets and uncover mysteries beyond comprehension, knowledge so pure that you might as well be fiction in its suffocating truths, sometimes curiosity is not sated only to kill the cat, but instead uses it to unravel everything. So I ask you this, are you curious enough to brave the Outer? Are you strange to the ways of man or are you mundane? either way I suppose it doesn't really matter. Join a select few Astrals on this journey and see how far the strings of fate take you.

Gu Shan had always been into girls. Being a lucky guy,he was handsome,rich, intelligent and most importantly had a girlfriend of his choice. His first misfortune in his life was finding his girlfriend in bed with another man. Out of anger he allowed himself to explore something else by getting involved sexually with Li Yunxi the same man his girlfriend had cheated with. What was supposed to be one time thing with no strings attached developed into something lasting and truthful when fate brought Gu Shan and Li Yunxi together . ----------------------------------------------------------------- "Yunxi...um,"Gu Shan moaned gasping for breath. "I prefer it when you call me Yunxi gege,"Li Yunxi spoke lowering his voice to a sexy timbre dragging the syllables sexily. "When did you become so bossy?"Gu Shan teased him. "Call me Yunxi gege,"Li Yunxi insisted in his sexy voice. "Okay as you wish. Yunxi gege,"Gu Shan said sexily,his cheeks flushed red with embarrassment but Li Yunxi could barely notice it in the dimly lit background. Gu Shan still couldn't believe he would submit to another man and be completely smitten with him.

With the rising tide of steam power and machinery, who can come close to being a Beyonder? Shrouded in the fog of history and darkness, who or what is the lurking evil that murmurs into our ears? Waking up to be faced with a string of mysteries, Zhou Mingrui finds himself reincarnated as Klein Moretti in an alternate Victorian era world where he sees a world filled with machinery, cannons, dreadnoughts, airships, difference machines, as well as Potions, Divination, Hexes, Tarot Cards, Sealed Artifacts… The Light continues to shine but mystery has never gone far. Follow Klein as he finds himself entangled with the Churches of the world—both orthodox and unorthodox—while he slowly develops newfound powers thanks to the Beyonder potions. Like the corresponding tarot card, The Fool, which is numbered 0—a number of unlimited potential—this is the legend of "The Fool."

Emerald Greene, a teacher with a broken heart, is rescued from drowning by a mysterious man. They start a no-strings-attached fling, but Emerald's world turns upside down when she discovers he’s the father of one of her students. Torn between being a mistress or letting him go, Emerald faces a choice that’s even harder when she realizes she needs him for revenge against her ex. Will she stay for love or leverage?

--- A new chapter every Wednesday --- Puppeteer" is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark corners of the human psyche. When a mysterious serial killer terrorizes London, Cedric Ashwell, a man driven by vengeance, teams up with the determined Detective Eliza Cole and an eccentric theater director to unravel a dangerous web of manipulation and violence. But the Puppeteer is always one step ahead, pulling the strings in a twisted game where no one is safe. Every move, every moment counts – but not everyone will make it out alive. Step into a world of lies, betrayal, and dark art, where every decision could mean the difference between life and death.

#dark #forcelove #mafia This dark romance follows the intense and tumultuous relationship between Aarohi, a strong, independent woman, and Rohit Nair, a powerful, mysterious man with a dangerous reputation. When Aarohi is offered a deal by Rohit, it promises both business success and personal growth, but it comes with strings attached. As the two navigate their growing attraction, they are drawn into a world of power, control, and undeniable chemistry. Aarohi struggles with her feelings for Rohit, unsure whether she is losing herself in the process. Despite their differences, their bond deepens, pushing both of them toward a future they can no longer deny. The story unfolds with intense emotions, love, passion, and the challenges of navigating a dark, complex relationship. By the end, both characters are irrevocably intertwined, discovering that love and power can both build and destroy.

A phantasm of a metaphor made real, an allegory based upon principles of the dynamics of ontology itself. It leaves behind a barely-real whisper to mark its path. There’s about a million different creation mythos that we can go into, so I'll keep this one simple. Once before a time, there was a long unending quiet. I will not get into the specifics—just know that this quiet was inevitable. It prefigured all and it is what all will come back to in due time. And please, always remember: this is an allegory. *Ahem* anyway: eventually, a whisper, a euphony came into existence. Whether the whisper was the long quiet itself or something else that came out of it is irrelevant currently. Either way, that whisper moved across that unending quiet and ‘pointed’ to a section. It said: "This section will be an infinite world that will extend into an infinite number of dimensions. This will be the physical world" “These infinite dimensions will harbor any and all; this is where the 'simple' will live." Then, it looked to the ‘right’ of the physical world and said: "This will be an ascended plane of existence, mirroring the physical world; this will be a world build upon conscience, objective truths/axioms, and beings beyond simple comprehension" This world resembles a tower. A tower with a beyond infinite amount of floors, each floor sharing its own axioms, and each subsequent floor unequivocally surpassing the previous. These floors will be like fluid, not set in stone. It is known that the whisper said SOMETHING to this beyond infinite tower, but the specifics is not recorded here. Finally, the whisper created a network of strings. These strings exist in ‘the weave’, they connect all living minds and concepts together. T=1 Then the whisper went quiet. For the quiet is all there can and will be. What to expect? I can be nothing other than what I am Updates: Honestly, it’s hard to say. I’m pretty busy right now since I’m in my senior year of high school. I’m also a perfectionist, so each chapter I write goes through extensive rewrites and edits (some more than others). All I can say is that a new chapter will come out every few weeks or so. Don’t expect this story to be 1,500 chapters, though. I’m not looking to write it over the course of 9 years at the pace I work.

My name is Jin Shimada and I work for HIS (Hitman International Syndicate). A contract organization that takes care of the world's problems like it's a usual 9-5. Recently, I've been given the task of taking out a string of political targets that leads to a large conspiracy to take over the free world; mix that with my psychotic coworkers, a cutthroat boss, and my declining mental health and you have a cocktail of guns, bullets, and never-ending chaos. Otherwise known as another day in the office. *New chapters posted every Wednesday*

The World of Quartion: A jump away from Tertion. If you want to save this world and create a new one, join Jamono, Sarutobi and Kario on a string of fate, leading to utopia.

What would you do if death wasn’t the end, but a second chance... with strings attached? Galen Voss, a pragmatic mech pilot torn from his life mid-battle, awakens in a strange, otherworldly cockpit at the center of a cosmic war. Bound to Morrigan, a desperate goddess of war whose power is fractured, Galen is thrust into the role of her reluctant champion. Resurrected in a place of where myth and machine fuse, Galen pilots the Abyssal Warden, a supernatural war mech powered by Morrigan’s dwindling essence. But he is not the chosen hero she summoned, and every clash with enemy Effigies, machines piloted by the likes of Richard the Lionheart, tests their tenuous alliance. As Morrigan struggles to reclaim her lost dominion and stave off a divine crusade, Galen must navigate the moral complexities of his role while confronting enemies both human and divine.

Enemies to lovers? No, it's more complicated than that, friendship, lovers, haters, and... the end? You need to find out... Tshabina, Tsabinu, Zioh, and Zeremia have been friends for 13 years, until the two brothers Zioh and Zeremia disappeared, leaving wounds for the twin siblings Tshabina and Tsabinu, who continue to ask what their mistake was. But who would have guessed that Tshabina and Zioh's relationship was more than just friendship? No, they were way more than that, until he left her and changed. His return after 10 years made him a completely different person…colder, indifferent, even a jerk? But did Zioh's feelings for her change? At least, she was sure, Tshabina was sure her Zioh was still the same Zioh from 10 years ago.

When the peaceful Emberfall Village is reduced to ashes, Azare’s life is shattered in an instant. Covus, a cunning manipulator, pins the blame on the Kingdom of Avarice's king, igniting a rebellion that threatens to engulf the realm in chaos. In a desperate attempt to flee the destruction, Azare stumbles upon an ancient altar hidden beneath the ruins of his home. Inadvertently activating its dormant spiritual power, he is pulled into the fiery depths of Hell itself. Now trapped in a brutal, otherworldly realm, Azare must navigate treacherous infernal landscapes, outwit cunning demons, and uncover the truth about his family’s forgotten past. With each trial, he grows stronger, forging unexpected alliances and awakening powers that could change his destiny—and the fate of the kingdom. But as he battles for survival and revenge, a question lingers: will Azare’s thirst for vengeance consume him, or will he rise above the flames to uncover the true villain pulling the strings?

Ayin, a fearless crime journalist, is determined to uncover the truth behind a string of mysterious murders targeting powerful figures in the city. Meanwhile, her personal life takes an unexpected turn as she reluctantly agrees to an arranged marriage. Marriage has never been her priority, so she doesn’t even ask about her husband-to-be. But now, on her wedding night, her heart stopped. The man standing before her wasn’t a stranger. It was him Ithan—her brother’s best friend, the billionaire everyone admired from a distance. He’s charming, powerful… and hiding a dangerous secret. For ten years, they had known of each other, always in the same orbit yet never close enough to connect. And now, out of all the people in the world, he was her husband. Was this fate, a cruel twist, or something else entirely?

In a world where magic is everything, Kathleen Ailis finds herself on the run from a mysterious attacker who has already destroyed her village and is now accusing her of being the cause. This leads her to meet Eddy and Theo, two brothers. Is this fate, or is someone pulling the strings to make it happen? Find out why Kathleen is seeing strange dreams of herself sitting in an unknown place. Are these dreams connected to something bigger? Something truly significant is about to unfold—will Kathleen be ready for the shocking truth? Four new chapters a week! After some time, the story will shift from a third-person point of view to a first-person perspective, as I find it easier to write that way. Thank you for sticking with the story, and I hope you continue to enjoy it!

In the fractured world of Luminora, where the arcane hums through the veins of steel and whispers linger in forgotten corners, a girl with golden locks treads lightly, her smile a fragile mask for a truth that could shatter everything. She clings to dreams too vivid to be mere memories and to a longing for something lost—something never spoken. She glances from afar to see a boy with hair as dark as the void walks unnoticed, his silence a riddle to the world around him. Their lives entwine, not by choice but by the pull of unseen strings, as shadows stretch across the light, and every step seems guided by forces neither can name. In a realm where hope glimmers faintly between cracks of despair, their journey unfolds—a delicate balance of joy and sorrow, of wonder and fear, as they seek to unravel the secrets binding them to the shifting edges of a world that defies understanding. What they find may reshape more than their fates, for some truths are too vast to stay buried, and some destinies too great to remain untold.

What’s it Like to Eat Your Own Words? Salty? Bitter? No clue? Then go ahead and ask Fara. Fara Brianka Genio, the powerhouse CEO of her own advertising agency, lives by one unshakable rule: No romantic relationships between employees. Period. But life is a bitch, Honey. As the boss, Fara takes integrity seriously, both in her company and her personal life. But things start to spiral when her five year relationship with Sean hits a rocky patch. Just as she’s trying to hold it all together, along comes Ziggy, a charming, aggravating employee with a knack for causing trouble. One fateful, blurry night, Fara mistakes Ziggy for Sean, and the next morning… let’s just say clothes weren’t part of the equation. Now Fara’s facing the biggest PR crisis of her life named her own love life. What’s a woman to do when the no-strings rule tangles her up in chaos? Can she keep her cool as the boss, or will Ziggy flip her world upside down?

A young journalist, drawn to the eerie town of Raven's Peak to investigate a string of bizarre occurrences, stumbles upon a terrifying encounter with a mysterious wolf. This encounter leaves an indelible mark, awakening a primal transformation within him. As the full moon looms, the journalist grapples with the monstrous changes erupting within, blurring the lines between man and beast. Desperate to maintain his humanity, he must confront the growing power of the wolf within. Thrust into a hidden world of ancient werewolves, he navigates treacherous alliances and deadly rivalries, all while struggling to control his newfound abilities before succumbing to the savage instincts unleashed within.

(MASS RELEASE ON Dec 10) Klaus had spent his entire existence as a puppet, bound by the strings of fate. However, a miraculous turn of events granted him a fresh start. The remnants of his former constraints smoldered in the ashes of his past. Now, unshackled and determined, he resolved to forge his destiny according to his own desires. No one, not even a deity, would be spared if they dared obstruct his path. Klaus was ready to wield the sword of vengeance and carve his own fate in the annals of history.

The boredom of mortals leads to simple consequences, but what chaos could the boredom of a powerful being unleash? When forces dare to tamper with destiny, disrupt order, and strip all beings of their fundamental rights, will they succeed? Or will the restless curiosity of one particular entity stand in their way? In the endless Void, a tower emerges—a monolithic structure said to grant unimaginable power to those bold enough to climb it. Each floor tests the strength, intellect, and resolve of those who enter, pushing them to their limits and beyond. "Tell me, mortals," speaks the enigmatic voice that echoes through the tower, "what role will you play in this grand festival of ambition?" As they ascend, the challengers must confront the price of their desires. Will they rise to greatness or succumb to the impossible trials ahead? And what of the entity watching from above—are they merely an observer, or the one pulling the strings? The tower calls. The festival begins. Dare to climb?

There's a secret scientific bureau full of mad scientists who’ve been trying for decades to send signals into outer space and get a response. One day, they wake up to find they’ve actually received a signal, but to interpret it, they first have to locate the signal itself. It turns out the signal was received by someone, and it could be “accidental” — one person out of 8 billion on Earth got it, and no one knows why. So, what do they do? The department pulls some strings, manages to cut the internet, and now the whole world is offline. No communication, and it's staying that way until they find out who caught the signal. Enter Evan Angelman, a pretty normal 22-year-old who wakes up to find this strange signal coming through his device. He's not tech-savvy, so he asks his genius best friend Levi for help. Levi figures out that the signal is from outer space, probably accidental, and warns Evan not to mess with it. The two of them eventually put it together and realize they’re probably the reason the internet got shut down and now they’re most definitely being hunted.

Lin Xuan transmigrates into an urban novel as an irritable villain. From the beginning, his scumbag father, who favors his illegitimate child, forces him to marry a vegetative female supporting character suffering from androphobia. Fortunately, the [Crazy Affection] System activates. As long as he makes physical contact with people with high fortune, he can earn points to buy various items and skills. So, Lin Xuan immediately decides to become Su Qingge's "fortune-bringing" husband. On the wedding night. Looking at the stunning vegetative female supporting character, Lin Xuan activates the Crazy Affection mode. My name is Su Qingge. I was turned into a vegetative state by my jealous aunt. In despair, my grandfather found Lin Xuan to bring me good fortune through marriage. His meticulous "affectionate" care made me feel both embarrassed and touched. "After I wake up, I want to stay affectionate with my husband Lin Xuan and have a football team worth of kids." "Anyone who dares to bully my husband will eat ****!!!" On our wedding night, I woke up! ................................................................. Disclaimer: All rights to the original content belong to their respective creators. For advance chapters: p@treon.com/ShinningNovelTranslations (replace @ with a) Translated Original Name: 反派：迎娶植物人女主，疯狂贴贴 Author: 请叫我太子殿下

"Hearts on Lockdown" Synopsis Nike’s rule is simple: no strings attached. She’s a heartbreaker by choice—flirty, teasing, and always in control. She knows how to get what she wants and walks away without a second thought. Then she meets Jimi. Sarcastic, unimpressed, and completely immune to her charm, Jimi is everything Nike isn’t. He doesn’t care about her games, her rules, or her heartbreaker act. For Nike, he’s the ultimate challenge—and she never backs down from a challenge. But Lagos has a way of turning even the best-laid plans upside down. In a city where emotions run high and nothing stays simple, Nike might find herself playing a game she’s not ready for. Can she handle a guy who doesn’t play by the rules? Or will Jimi break through the walls she’s so carefully built? In a story where hearts are toys and games are the only rule, Nike and Jimi are about to discover that some games are harder to win than others.

Every villain has a backstory—a tragic loss, a moment of rejection, or a life tainted by hardship. They are shaped by the cruelty of the world, pushed to the edge by a string of misfortunes. But not me. I am not a product of circumstance or suffering. I am the villain by 'choice'. I have no excuse, no sob story to explain my path. I embrace it because it is my dream, my desire, my rebellion against the predictable, the expected. I do not need a reason to be dark—I choose this. And that, in itself, makes me dangerous.

forced into the corner by the vicious and ruthless pair of Queen and princess,, expected to get married into a journey of abyss with only her twin sister and brother to trust,as a princess expected to fulfill some responsibility for the kingdom. how will she fulfill this heavy responsibility, skilled and fearless but running out of ideas for the first time in years as expected from a smart princess.indeed a lot to think about

[MATURE CONTENT] Lise is thrown out of the elven forest after contracting a curse that forces her to make unbridled furious love with someone every night. Now, Lise has to bed at least one man a night, otherwise her body would crumble from the curse and wither away. What's worse, she has developed a taste for lovemaking. Yet, after randomly fooling around for a while, Lise finally makes up her mind about becoming an adventurer and maybe finding a proper cure for this curse. And maybe have some fun along the way.