Masquerade Elegant Mask

In a world where supernatural abilities are both feared and exploited, a mysterious outsider known only as Mr. Ghost hides in plain sight. A transmigrant from a fallen civilization, he arrives in this dimension weakened, his once-great powers barely a flicker of their former strength. To survive, he plays the role of an unremarkable bystander harmless, invisible. But beneath the mask of weakness lies a mind sharper than any blade, watching, waiting. When he stumbles upon a secret research facility experimenting with interdimensional energy, Mr. Ghost realizes the truth this world is on the verge of repeating the same mistakes that destroyed his own. A sinister conspiracy is unfolding, one that involves the harvesting of abilities, the tearing of dimensional barriers, and the reckless pursuit of godlike power. As he infiltrates the facility under the guise of a low-level researcher, Mr. Ghost crosses paths with Catalyst, a fire-wielding investigator who despises cowards, Whisper, a telepath who knows more than she should, and Ironclad, a ruthless enforcer obsessed with collecting powers. But the true mastermind, the Architect, seeks to reshape reality itself and Mr. Ghost may be the only one who understands the cost. With time running out and his power slowly returning, Mr. Ghost must decide: remain a shadow and escape, or reveal his true strength and risk everything to stop the catastrophe that could consume both worlds. The mask can only stay on for so long.

At university, Chris is just another student—quiet, reserved, and seemingly ordinary. But behind the scenes, he’s the heir to a hidden fortune, a secret he guards fiercely. Then there’s Skylar—a girl born into wealth, now watching her privileged world crumble as her family faces financial ruin. When she crosses paths with Chris, an unexpected connection sparks between them. Skylar falls for him, believing he’s just a regular guy. But when her family pressures her to seek a richer suitor, Chris finds himself at a crossroads—should he reveal his true identity to fight for their love, or let her go to protect his secret? In a world where love and wealth collide, can their relationship survive the truth?

Human life is not merely a collection of present moments. Every feeling, every attraction, every decision stems from a much deeper order—a soul’s long journey, drifting, learning, and remembering across lifetimes and ages. For Avarka, the world has always been full of mysteries. She was taken in, loved, and taught, yet deep inside, she always felt destined for something greater. When she decides to leave for Rindanof, the city of angels, she does not yet realize that she must not only become a warrior but also uncover the deepest layers of her own existence. The journey, however, tests not only the body but also the soul. As she comes to understand the laws of the world more deeply, she realizes that every attraction, every love, and everything we cling to was once already a part of our soul. Are we truly guided by free will, or do the memories of our past lives lead us down a familiar yet forgotten path? Beyond the borders of the known world, between humans and angels, an invisible war rages—not just with weapons, but with emotions, faith, and awareness. Avarka faces a choice: to plunge into battle or to understand that the greatest war is not fought in the outside world, but within ourselves.

In a bustling modern city where ancient secrets and mysterious powers collide with everyday life, 22-year-old Ethan Cross seems like your average college student. Behind his unassuming demeanor lies a man shrouded in secrets—a masked vigilante known only as "Virtuoso," feared by criminals and sought after by powerful organizations. Ethan is overpowered, sarcastic, and ridiculously skilled at everything he does. But there's one thing he’s terrible at: romance. When the enigmatic and fiercely independent Mia Harper stumbles into his life, she unknowingly becomes the key to unraveling a conspiracy that ties Ethan's past to an ancient prophecy. Between laugh-out-loud moments, explosive action, and unexpected twists, Ethan navigates his double life while trying to protect Mia, keep his identity hidden, and maybe—just maybe—figure out how to confess his feelings without being a complete disaster.

At 28, Clara Hayes has mastered the art of wearing masks. To her colleagues, she’s the perpetually cheerful graphic designer who never misses a deadline. To her overbearing mother, she’s the dutiful daughter hiding her anxiety behind polished smiles. To the world, she’s a woman who “has it all together”—except she’s crumbling inside. Clara’s life unravels during a corporate presentation where a panic attack strips her façade raw. Humiliated and exhausted, she flees to a quiet coastal town, renting a cottage owned by an eccentric, free-spirited potter named Marisol. There, Clara stumbles upon a dusty journal in the attic, its pages filled with haunting sketches and anonymous confessions from a woman who once lived there decades earlier. The entries mirror Clara’s own suffocating duality: “I paint myself in colors the world approves of, but my soul is a grayscale.” As Clara tentatively befriends Marisol and a reclusive widower, Eli, who runs the town’s crumbling bookstore, she begins confronting the lies she’s told herself for years. Through their unconventional guidance—and the journal’s cryptic wisdom—she starts shedding her masks one by one. But vulnerability comes at a cost: her corporate career teeters, her mother’s disapproval intensifies, and a buried trauma from her teenage years resurfaces, threatening to drown her newfound courage. When Clara’s raw, unfiltered artwork—created in secret—goes viral, she faces a choice: return to the safety of her old illusions or step into the terrifying freedom of living unapologetically. But the journal hides a final secret, linking Clara’s journey to the cottage’s mysterious past, forcing her to question whether true authenticity is a rebellion… or a homecoming.

I am the 36th Demon King, the weakest in my empire’s history, yet I wield the shadow powers of the first Demon King—the God Slayer. For two thousand years, our kind has waged war against humanity. But this time, I crossed their borders not as a conqueror, but as a wanderer drawn by whispers of a devastating pandemic—a plague that spares no race, ravaging humans, elves, and demi-humans alike. In the shadows of their suffering, I found myself doing the unthinkable: helping them. Saving lives. Easing their pain. And to my astonishment, they began to hail me as a hero. Yet a question looms over me: Should I continue this masquerade as their savior? Or should I remind them of the truth—the Demon King who stands at the edge of light and shadow, deciding their fate?

A/N: I don't do a lot of hand-holding, so you have to figure out the subtle and not-so-subtle stuff. Good luck. One early spring day, Alum and his classmates fell victim to a spatial quake—descending to Lethren—the strongest line of defense. The students gained magical abilities—not to be heroes, but just because it was expected. Even with the supernatural, Alum seemed aloof but more mellow—his world hadn’t changed, but the same couldn’t be said for those around him. However… that changed—he fell in love with a Saint at first sight. Saint Amethely, despite being new to the role, is loved by everyone. She is sweet, caring, and elegant but has to carry the grand legacy of her Grandmother, the previous Saint. Despite that, she was still a shy girl, slightly clumsy, with no romance experience. But only a few knew of her awkward side. So how could he make an elegant Imperial Saint fall for him…? He, who in this world was but a nobody? There were a few options—become recognizable. Except… the shy girl Amethely had already fallen in love at first sight—Alum being the culprit. An aloof youth whose world changed and an elegant Imperial Saint, how would their love blossom? But… change was never easy for someone like him. Whichever world—his was never kind. Even in this beautiful and vibrant world—incredible magic beasts and abominations were cruel and unyielding. Schedule: weekend or either Mon/Wed

The Stone Mask is an action-packed dark fantasy set in a world where strength rules and the weak are crushed. Katsu Blazewood, a rising Ranker with fire-based abilities, dreams of climbing the ranks and proving his worth. Under the guidance of the ruthless Simon Shepard, he faces deadly trials, powerful adversaries, and the harsh truth of what it means to be a Ranker. But when the government launches a brutal invasion in search of a legendary artifact—the Stone Mask—Katsu is thrust into a war far greater than himself. The Stone Mask is said to hold unimaginable power, a relic from a forgotten era that could reshape the balance of the world. But as Katsu uncovers the dark secrets behind it, he begins to question everything: Who truly controls the Rankers? What does it mean to wield power? And most of all—what will he become if he survives?

What do you do when your brother dies because of some entitled assholes? You go undercover. My real name? Clare. But at school, I’m Clause—just another guy blending in. Disguised. Watching. Yes, a boy. No, it's not an all-boys school—I'm just deep undercover, hunting down the bastard responsible for my brother’s suicide. Nobody—and I mean nobody—messes with my precious brother and gets away with it. They better pray I never find them, because when I do? Death will be a mercy, and trust me—I don’t do mercy. And as for the egotistical Alpha and the narcissistic Vampire Prince? They can go fuck themselves. I don’t do mates, I don’t do claiming, and I sure as hell don’t do them.

Never take off the mask.” It’s the one rule Cora Mercedes has lived by her entire life. Found abandoned on Halloween night as a child, wearing a mask she’s forbidden to remove and clutching a cryptic note, Cora’s existence has been a riddle she’s never been able to solve. When she gains admission to the prestigious Oscar Island University—a school renowned for its exclusivity and shrouded in mystery—Cora hopes to escape her past and embrace a new beginning. But nothing at Oscar is ordinary. Its halls whisper secrets, its rules are bizarre and absolute, and its students, though seemingly perfect, are unnervingly inhuman. As Cora navigates her new life, she finds herself drawn to the shadows, particularly to a pair of haunting crimson eyes that seem to follow her every move. He’s ruthless, enigmatic, and terrifyingly familiar, and despite her instincts, she can’t escape his magnetic pull. But the closer Cora gets to unraveling the truth—about her mask, her past, and the dark forces surrounding Oscar Island—the more she realizes she’s not the only one hiding secrets. In a world where humans serve as prey, breaking the rules isn’t just dangerous; it’s deadly. And someone in the shadows has been waiting centuries for her to return. Damien’s Masked Mate is a captivating tale of forbidden romance, ancient curses, and the deadly allure of the unknown

When Shoun is dragged into an unknown world by an enigmatic masked figure, he is forced to cast aside his fear and fight for his life. With every vestige he defeats, his power grows… as do the secrets hidden within this black and white world. His only chance of survival seems to lie in the hands of the masked figure, but trusting him might be as dangerous as the monsters that lurk in the dark. In a world where the truth hides behind masks and shadows, will trust be his downfall or his only salvation?

There were three rules to working for CEO Karsten Chevalier. First, bring his coffee brimming hot and black like a starless night. Second, park your attitude outside his office door—his broody demeanour has the room covered. Third, never say ‘No’ to whatever he demands. Not even when he asks you to become his fake girlfriend? (Synopsis) Arata's fiance dumped her through a text on the day of their engagement party. The reason? She is too curvy for his taste! He only entertained her because of her prestigious family name. "Do you think men want a fatso like you? You're nothing without your family's name!" A heartbroken Arata sets out on a journey to discover herself without revealing she is the daughter of a billionaire. She moves to another city, away from her beloved family. ‘How dare he insult me? I love my curves and I will show him.’ Arata is not a damsel; her parents have raised her strong, and now it is time to become independent. Her heart is ablaze with newfound goals. One: to see how people will treat her if she acts like an ordinary girl and hides her identity. Two: to bag a bigger fish than her stinking—joke of an ex-fiancé. She will prove that a man will genuinely love her irrespective of her curves and surname! Arata's new life begins as the secretary of Karsten Chevalier, the CEO of a multinational clothing brand who is renowned for his dashing personality and enigmatic persona. Not much is publicly known about this man. Doused in mystery, the man has his own goals and hidden agenda which will topple Arata's world. Unfortunately, Karsten's handsome face becomes a punching bag in Arata's mind because of his ruthlessly demanding personality and ego larger than Mount Everest. Arata eases her frustrations by going to meet Twisted Rider, the currently popular yet mysterious, masked internet sensation. Both tangle under the sheets and he becomes her safe space as she complains and opens up about her boss. "Will you act as my girlfriend?” Karsten's proposal to become a fake girlfriend for his family events surprised Arata! How will Arata juggle the piling demands of her boss, her own heartbreak and the seduction traps of the masked man she loves to watch in her spare time? Will sparks fly between Arata and her colder-than-Arctic ice boss? Or, will she continue to complain to the masked man that her boss probably has a small PP? This is my entry for WSA 2025, please support it with your power stones. The book is a sequel to my previous novel “The CEO of My Dreams Returned To Me.” But it can read as standalone. A special thanks to Author Hansora for the overwhelming support and encouraging me to publish this book and helping me with the book cover. Want to chat or have any questions regarding the book? Find me on Instagram, Facebook and Discord with the same name.

*Clang!* The mask split in half, revealing a face so extraordinary it seemed almost otherworldly. Skin as pale as if it would smudge with the slightest touch, a sharp and elegant nose, perfectly shaped lips. Every feature was as refined as if sculpted by a master artisan, untouched by the passage of time. Once jet-black like the night, the hair had turned as white as the snow-capped mountains of the northern lands. It was still beautiful, but a fragile, ethereal quality had been added, as if the figure might scatter and dissolve into the air at any moment. As the mask fell away, revealing eyes beneath fluttering, slow-blinking lashes, they shone like polished black onyx—noble and luminous. It was a visage so close to a work of art that it seemed a pity only Ye Kang-oh and the sun bore witness to it. However, in the presence of this breathtakingly handsome man, Ye Kang-oh’s expression began to crumble. There was no way he couldn’t recognize that face. Not because it was a beauty that could rival even Song-ok or Ban-ak, but because it belonged to someone who had once been Kang-oh’s protector. "Is it you?" Ye Kang-oh, the youngest disciple of the Black Sky Lord, stood before the man he had once revered and adored. Dan Woo-hyo, the Lord of White Virtue Palace, whom the martial world believed to be missing, was there. "Has it really been you all along?" ------------ I am NOT the author. I'm just translating this novel.

When a shattered ancient mask unleashes chaos upon the Igbo villages, young healer Adaora must embrace her hidden lineage and embark on a perilous journey into the spirit realm. With her loyal warrior, Ikenna, by her side, she'll face treacherous spirits, unravel ancient mysteries, and confront a betrayal that threatens to shatter the very fabric of their world. Can she restore the balance, or will the whispers of Ala be forever silenced?

The city of Logress is subject to attacks from Demons which wreak havoc across the city. The people are not without their Defender, a Heroic masked Witch

Angelo rycard is a boy who has seen more grief and death than the greatest soldier and more happiness than the greatest king. He carries untold burden and guilt and is on a journey to fix the mistakes of his past fight the evils of several distant universes. And stop the ambitions of men playing God all in the hope of reuniting his family once and for all. Watch this tale of a boy rekindling friendships facing past trauma's and fighting his greatest enemy himself.

In a world where magic fuels machines and empires rise on the ashes of desire, Kia—a succubus trapped in a human body—discovers she’s not the only monster in this neon-lit world. When her hunger for human desires catches the attention of the Intergalactic Empire, she’s thrust into a deadly game of power, passion, and betrayal. But as Kia navigates a world of mecha armies, forbidden magic, and a royal family that will stop at nothing to control her, she realizes the greatest danger isn’t the empire—it’s the darkness within herself. Can she survive a world that wants to consume her, or will her own desires destroy her first?

Gotham is ruled by Clad Belmont—a man powerful enough to defeat the infamous Jack the Reaper and seize control of the city. "What if there’s someone out there even stronger than Jack the Reaper? What will you do then, Belmont?" But when a mysterious new threat emerges, determined to erase Belmont’s legacy, the city spirals into chaos. "I'm Jaxon." "I don’t know where the hell you came from, kid, but this is Gotham. If you want to stay alive, keep your head down and don’t draw attention to yourself." Jaxon, a boy with no past, arrives in Gotham just as the city prepares to unveil a statue in Belmont’s honor. When the event is attacked, he’s faced with a choice: stay in the shadows or step into the light. "If I don’t do something, all these people are going to die right in front of me." As a masked vigilante rises, whispers spread—Jack the Reaper may have returned. "Who the hell is this Black Mask? I want him eliminated immediately." But if Jack the Reaper is truly back… then who is Black Mask? "Gotham, eh? So this is where you’ve been hiding all this time, Jaxon. Well then… it’s time I paid my student a visit." "Impossible." "I’m telling you, sir—Jack the Reaper is back in Gotham."

In the shadowed depths of Kyouten, a city divided by power and secrets, Hime operates as Venus, an enigmatic broker of forbidden knowledge. Her brilliance lies in her anonymity, her strength in the impenetrable walls she’s built. But when a calculated move brings her into the orbit of Kazuki, the cold and commanding leader of the Kagezan syndicate, those walls begin to crack. Kazuki is a man who thrives on control, ruling his underworld empire with precision and ruthlessness. Yet Hime’s defiance, her sharp wit, and the dangerous allure of her secrets ignite something within him—an obsession that blurs the line between protector and predator. As shadows close in, Hime finds herself hunted by the relentless Venus Hunters and entangled in Kazuki’s growing fixation. Forced into a precarious alliance, the two must navigate a world where every move is a gamble and trust is a luxury neither can afford. But behind Hime’s shattered mask lies a truth more dangerous than any enemy, a secret that could change the balance of power in Kyouten forever. When facades crumble and desires collide, who will emerge unscathed from the chaos?

Luke has transmigrated to the United States, but eventually realizes that this United States is different from the United States of his previous life. Here, the superpowers and characters from the movies in his previous life actually exist. How will Luke fare in a world where such terrifying superpowers exist? Fortunately, he has a cheat – the Super Detective System. Join Luke on his new journey toward becoming a detective.

❝I was supposed to be engaged to the love of my life… Instead, I was sold to a crippled stranger on my wedding day.❞ Jamie Zach had been the family’s shame—an omega male in a world where only alphas mattered. Used and discarded by his fiancé, betrayed by his own sister, and left pregnant after a night of cruelty, Jamie had lost everything. To save face, his family forced him into a hasty marriage with Sir Lucien Von Nightshade, a man who never showed his face, a crippled, masked nobleman rumored to be cursed. But his new husband was not what he seemed. Beneath the mask hid a monster… and a king. As Jamie fought to reclaim his life, Lucien watched him from the shadows, dangerous and possessive. While the world mocked Jamie, his husband silently destroyed every enemy in his path. Until one night… when Lucien’s carefully guarded secret was revealed. He was never crippled. He was never weak. He was the last of the pureblood vampires. And Jamie… Jamie was his mate. Now pregnant with a child that could change the supernatural world, Jamie is caught in a war of power, love, and obsession. And his once-crippled husband? He will burn the world down to keep Jamie by his side.

What would you do if the person you raised, turned against you? For that person, you sacrificed your childhood but in the end, they still turned against you. It all began like a dream, a sweet dream to say, then a crack happened but she mended it, then another appeared and she mended it again until it finally broke down. Ely kept the lesson taught by life in the deepest part of her heart. She ran away because she was trying to escape from the truth but she met it again and this time, she lost her innocence, she lost the last bit of humanity she had and she lost the color of her soul and eventually, she submitted herself to the devil who used her gleefully. Silveria, a young King felt his ambitions came first before anything else. He once told a girl, that if he wanted something, he got it and it didn't matter how he got it. He was nicknamed the devil. The devil met this girl who lost the color of her soul and fed on her indifference but soon, he began to thirst for more. Is the devil going to pull her into hell with him or will both find salvation? PS:the cover is not mine so I can take it down if the owner comes by.

Si Hana Elise Navarro ay isang mahirap na mag aaral ngunit sya ay matalino lagi syang top 1 SA lahat Ng klaseng pinapasukan nya ngunit Meron syang nakatagong secreto na Sya ay isang mahirap ikinahihiya nya Ito Kaya namn SA school nila nag papanggap syang mayaman Kasi Naman ang mga tao Sa panahon na yon ay binubully ang mahihirap at kapag mahirap ka walang makikipagkaibigan syo ngunit nung isang araw may isang nakaalam na sya pala ay mahirap at agad naman nya Itong pinagkalat at simula non lagi na syang binubully nakatakas lng sya dahil SA family problems nila Kaya lumipat sya SA ibang school dto nya makikilala si Jemin Alexander Cruz ang top 1 SA school na nilipatan nya ngunit nung nag aral si hana dto naging top 2 na lng si jemin Kaya gagawin lahat NI Jemin para mabawi ang top 1 nya kaya naman araw araw nyang binubully si hana pero habang tumatagal na huhulog na ang loob ni Jemin kay Hana..

The baron’s daughter, Alessandra Barrett, has worn a mask from a young age due to an injury. Many say if you were to see the face behind the mask, you would be cursed and die soon afterward. She is seen as a ghost, avoided by all who visit the baron's home until she becomes the duke’s wife. No one could understand why the duke would pick such a wife. Did he wish to die? What would become of the girl who once hid in the shadows but now had the spotlight on her as the duke’s masked wife? What would everyone say if they were to learn the truth that she was in a contracted marriage with the duke? Tales of Castro Nobility story timeline order - The King’s Unbreakable Wife The Knight’s Mysterious Maid The Duke’s Masked Wife

Savage Elegance is a thrilling tale of rebirth, revenge, and undeniable attraction. Savannah Grey had been nothing more than an abandoned wife—neglected, humiliated, and left to fend for herself in a world where power meant survival. Framed and betrayed by those closest to her, she lost everything… even her life. But fate had other plans. Reborn into her own past, Savannah awakens with the sharp mind of a strategist and the unyielding heart of a warrior. No longer the weak, naive woman who had once begged for love, she is now a force to be reckoned with. Cold, calculating, and dangerously intelligent, she vows to reclaim what is rightfully hers—her family’s empire, her dignity, and above all, her freedom. Yet, standing in her way is the man who once cast her aside—Weston Stark. A ruthless CEO and a man who thrives on control, he never imagined that the wife he ignored would return with fire in her veins and ice in her gaze. At first, he believes she is the same woman, but the shift in her demeanor, the brilliance in her eyes, and the razor-sharp tongue that now challenges him at every turn awaken something darkly possessive within him. As Savannah dismantles the enemies who plotted against her, she finds herself locked in a dangerous game of power and desire with Weston. Their battles are no longer just in the boardroom but in the heart—where hatred and passion blur in ways neither expected. She will take back what was stolen. She will make them all pay. And if Weston Stark believes he can claim her again, he will soon learn— She is no longer the woman he once knew. She is savage elegance itself.

Senri's reality is shattered. Urban legends he once dismissed as mere myths now stalk him, their twisted horrors all too real. Desperate for a lifeline, Senri turns to Taro Yamada, but the truth they unearth only fuels the terror. And then, the unthinkable: Senri walks into his own home, only to face an abomination masquerading as his mother. Eyes vacant, presence suffocating.... Senri's fate is sealed. But his story? That's a different hell altogether. When you gaze into the abyss, the abyss gazes back at you. English is my second language, and I used translation to translate it to English and grammar checker ai

(IF EVERYTHING LOOKS MESSED UP IT’S BECAUSE I’M CURRENTLY EDITING VOLUME 1) Survive. A mission that all Blendbreeds must face every day. But in the Otherworld, a parallel dimension where monsters and masked deities intertwine with the fate of mortals, there are protected places—sanctuaries where one can learn to control their powers and grow in safety. One of these is the Lilies Park, the setting for the meeting of two younglings who play a role in a story woven by primordial hands. Marina, daughter of the goddess of intellect, grapples with the responsibility of guiding new arrivals, uncovering secrets that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear. On the other side stands Shirei, the enigmatic mortal with violet eyes, devoid of memory, emerging from a past shrouded in mystery. He carries with him an unsettling calm and fragments of a power too dangerous to wield. An ancient and malevolent force looms over the Lilies Park and the entire Otherworld. An army waits at the gates, ready to strike. The revelation of a single lie could change everything. Who are the Blendbreeds truly? And what price must they pay to survive in a world fractured by their very existence? An epic novel that explores the boundary between mortal and divine, between one’s identity and the destiny they are meant to fulfill. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

A novel about the adventures of sorcerers with cursed masks that emerged with the founding of Shadowia.