Afterschool Lesson

"In a World of Images" is a reflective and uplifting exploration of the power of imagination, storytelling, and the eternal presence of goodness in the world. It takes the reader on a journey through various lands and cultures, where stories are filled with valuable lessons and wisdom. The poem emphasizes the idea that beauty and goodness exist everywhere, transcending borders, and that through understanding, reflection, and creativity, one can uncover these treasures. The recurring themes of good triumphing over evil, the timeless nature of wisdom, and the joy of storytelling unite the piece, making it a celebration of human experience and imagination.

A young software developer's life changes drastically when he receives a massive payout for his groundbreaking program. But on New Year's Eve, just as his fortune arrives, a tragic accident cuts his celebration short. Instead of death, he awakens in a world he knows all too well - one he's spent countless nights reading about on his tablet. Now trapped in a child's body, in a realm where power and birthright determine everything, he must navigate his second chance with nothing but his wits, modern knowledge, and the bitter lessons of his first life. In a world of magic and nobility, perhaps a mind shaped by code and survival will prove more valuable than any inherited privilege.

All changes started when Tao Ruan received a message. From then on, Tao Ruan would be dragged into a dream with real experience every night, and be manipulated by various fancy tricks: physiology lessons in the classroom… In front of the French window…simulating pregnancy belly play…. At first, Tao Ruan thought that Gu Zhizhou, the senior whom she had a crush on, would definitely not be a pervert who harassed and played with her. Until she was played badly in her dream, all kinds of evidence in reality gradually surfaced.

Kisha Aldens is a normal office worker with average earnings, not until she suddenly sees a system countdown in front of her. Her mind suddenly received a prompt warning about the apocalypse and urged her to integrate with the system to assist her with her survival. "Have I overworked myself again?" She thought while pinching the bridge of her nose. She blinked a few more times but the system interface is still there. Little did she know that this system would be her last lifeline in the upcoming apocalypse where human morals would be the lowest, trust is only a word and betrayal could happen in the blink of an eye. A naive person like her had to learn her lesson the hard way on how to survive and navigate in the zombie-infested world. And the worst part, she had to die 99 times to harden her heart and learn how to read the human heart. How will her 100th time be different from the previous lives, will she survive this time? And will survival be her only problem in the heart of the Apocalypse? No, there was a deeper scheme in play which she has to uncover moving forward.

In a realm where magic and ambition blend, Rhiannon, the rebellious daughter of the Demon Queen, shocks her world by choosing the kitchen over elite magecraft. She's got one goal: to outshine her legendary great-grandmother, Leora, by mastering the culinary arts at the top magical academy. But when Rhiannon meets Maeve, a mesmerizing teacher whose lessons go way beyond the kitchen. Their forbidden romance start. With a fiery dragon by her side, a fiercely protective twin sister, and an unquenchable passion for cooking, Rhiannon's path is one of defiance and discovery. Can she rise to become the greatest chef across both realms, or will the flames of forbidden love consume her dreams?

In France, just entered Versailles, with the identity of the Crown Prince. The only problem was that the reigning king was Louis XVI, and in two years, he'd be "snapped"... Since I couldn't rely on dear old dad and the ministers, I had to take matters into my own hands to reform France! First, make a bit of easy money to solve the financial crisis that had plagued the nation for hundreds of years. Then give a harsh lesson to those nobles harboring treacherous intentions and plotting to seize power. Next, confiscate the Church's abundant lands, acquired without lifting a finger. Industry, technology, agriculture, commerce—I will all advance side by side, I, the greatest Crown Prince in France! That year, when the little British struggled with the allied forces at his borders, I simply took over his little island. That year, my sword pointed at all of Europe, the magnificent feat Napoleon didn't accomplish, I will achieve!!!

When Rowan inherits his father's debt, he's forcibly taken by Soren, a titled Alpha. But Soren's interest isn't just about collecting debts, it's personal. After Rowan mocks him for being an omega who is good for nothing except making babies, Soren seethes with anger and humiliation. Determined to teach Rowan a lesson, Soren pays off Rowan's debt, intending to reduce him to a servant who would serve him like a dog in chains. To Soren, Rowan is nothing but an acquired property that he had claimed but what happens when bond brings the two together as fated mates? Will Soren be able to fight his affection for Rowan or will he let love evade him again?

When Rose, Kayla, Caston, Marina, and Laura uncover a dark secret about their school, they embark on a thrilling journey to discover its eerie past. Built over an abandoned graveyard, the school hides centuries-old mysteries, whispers of unrest, and a chilling curse. As the teens dig deeper, their own secrets and rivalries threaten to tear the group apart—especially the simmering hatred between Caston and Kayla. But the further they venture into the haunted grounds, the more they realize that some truths were meant to stay buried. Will they uncover the graveyard’s secrets before it’s too late, or will they become part of its sinister history?

Unibook: Roses and Thorns – Just for Them In this vibrant and intimate project, each page is an invitation to explore the strength, vulnerability, and challenges of women, young ladies, or girls who take the lead in their own stories. Through short and fascinating narratives, readers will dive into a mosaic of emotions where female characters face their dilemmas, discover their inner strength, and leave indelible marks on the world around them. Creating or breaking passions, these stories unfold in a realm where monotony finds no place. But as with every blooming rose, thorns also have their role. Here, male interactions play a fundamental part in emotional development and story climaxes, bringing tension, complicity, and sometimes the most unexpected lessons. "Unibook: Roses and Thorns – Just for Them" is more than a title; it is a call to celebrate the complexity of human relationships, where femininity and masculinity intertwine to craft stories that captivate and provoke deep reflections. "Welcome to Unibook... A universe of stories that are not just about them, nor merely for them, but lovingly created with them – embracing everything they represent. Here, feminine strength integrates, acts, and shapes destiny with its unique essence. A world where no one, man or woman, could reach their full potential without the initial drive of this strength, this care, this devotion. A world that celebrates the thorns that protect and enhance the beauty of roses. After all, we are here, Just for Them."

Esther, a guardian of the Earth, awakens after centuries of slumber to a world transformed. The energy of the planet, once in sync, feels fractured and wrong, making him to embark on a journey to uncover the source of this imbalance. Lazy but impossibly sharp, handsome, and undeniably powerful, Esther is an immortal being who has always existed beyond the concerns of mortal life. On his journey, he meets Hina, an ambitious and fiery woman determined to become the next queen of her country, a goal that intrigues Esther and pulls him into the complexities of human ambition, politics, and relationships. Along the way, Esther will meet multiple characters who will teach him lessons about life, love, and the human spirit—things he had long ignored in his centuries of existence. A story of self-discovery, growth, and breathtaking action, *The Descendant of Sloth* is a fantastical tale that explores what it means to truly live.

Revenge is the only thing she wants after knowing the truth. However, is revenge can satisfy her? Revenge for the man and woman that betrayed her in her past life is not worth it. "Wait, where am I? What's this place?" She asks. "This is your space and I'm your guardian." A little boy answered. With this space, she climbed higher in this life. At the same time, someone reached for her hand and said that he would help her. To protect what she needs to protect. ...... The Man: You don't want to have revenge on them? The woman: No. They are not worth it. But if they are looking for death, I don't mind giving them some lessons. The Man: Good. Then you can focus on me. The woman:... ***This story development is very slow. ***The cover image for this novel is not mine. I just edit it. All credit goes to the artist that draws it. *** English is my second language. Sorry, I am sorry if you have difficulty reading my novel. If that is so, this novel is not your cup of tea

A boy gets reborn with a special talent for football. In his new life, he discovers that he has an incredible ability to predict plays, making him a natural on the field. As he navigates this second chance, he faces challenges and rivals, but his passion for the game drives him to improve further. With each match, he learns valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and the true meaning of victory. This journey transforms not just his career but also his understanding of himself and those around him.

It’s not all K-dramas and happily ever afters. Intern with Korea’s number one record label? Yes, please. Find out there’s a huge scandal I need to help “manage”… not so much. Add in the fact that I don’t recognize the “superstars” of the label and think they’re interns… And my dream job quickly becomes more of a nightmare. But I’m in Seoul, the one place that is beginning to feel more and more like home... Except it isn’t home, and the drama surrounding the biggest K-pop group in the world, VIXX , is consuming my every moment. Spoiler alert. They hate me. Everything I do is wrong: wrong clothes, wrong honorifics, wrong manners. Till the leader of VIXX takes pity on me. But pity is dangerous when it comes from someone as beautiful as him. Every VIXX member is gorgeous, perfect, and cultivated to be an idol… lethal to a girl’s heart. And sanity. But fame plus a perfect face and voice don’t equal an easy life. As their comeback nears, the stakes rise higher. Suicide watch… Angry fans… Threats… All I want to do is survive. But the price for survival might mean losing my heart. And like a character in a K-drama, I’m not sure if there will be an actual happily ever after… Or simply a lesson learned.

In the twisting shadows of Aleric's early life, he learned that the world thrived on betrayal and bloodshed. Orphaned at six, sold into a cult where kindness was an alien concept, he was molded into a weapon—a perfect blend of dagger and deception. By the time he was eight, he had already become a killer. One could almost hear the chuckles of fate, as if the universe had taken an ironic pleasure in sculpting a child into a husk of darkness. Fast forward a decade and some change, and our not-so-innocent child of shadows survived the cult’s glorious self-destruction, intended as his proverbial sacrifice. Congratulations, Aleric—welcome to a new world, where instead of twisted sorcerers and ritualistic lunatics, you get to deal with elves who think they’re superior, dwarves hoarding treasures like they’re going out of style, and orcs whose interest in personal hygiene could use a sharp lesson—or an entire course, really. And let’s not forget the expectations of the divine beings that he has somehow caught the attention of. But hey, at least he has a surprisingly supportive family who, despite their noble status, accept his desire to just be a simple adventurer. With a harem. And divine complica—I mean, support... No yuri, no NTR Author's note: As this is my very first novel, I welcome help in critiquing and editing. Also, English may be my first language, but that doesn't mean I know how to use it. My goal is one to two chapters per week, so stay tuned!

In the vibrant heart of a bustling city, five friends—Aiden, Ben, Chloe, Danny, and Emily—navigate the complexities of their lives. Each faces their own struggles, from family expectations and personal passions to tumultuous love lives and deep insecurities. They find solace in each other's company. Their lives take a dark turn one stormy night when they gather at Ben's old, creaky house. As they reminisce, a sudden blackout plunges them into darkness, unveiling malevolent spirits that inhabit the house. Each friend encounters horrifying apparitions that reflect their deepest fears. Determined to uncover the source of the hauntings, they split up and face their personal nightmares. Aiden confronts a ghostly figure of his strict father, Ben is chased by a spirit feeding on his passion, Chloe faces a vengeful ghost from her past, Danny encounters a phantom embodying his failures, and Emily is tormented by a specter of her deepest fears. In the chaos, Aiden and Emily discover a hidden diary in the attic, revealing that the house's previous owner, a sorcerer, created the spirits to torment those who entered. The sorcerer, controlling the house from beyond the grave, had trapped the friends in a nightmarish game to feed off their fears and weaknesses. Together, the friends confront the sorcerer in a fierce battle, ultimately overcoming the malevolent spirits. As the illusion shatters, they realize their experiences were not entirely real, but the emotional scars remain. The ordeal leaves them forever changed, having faced their deepest fears and emerged stronger. In the aftermath, they piece together the final clues from the diary and learn that the sorcerer's true intent was to teach them a lesson about their inner strength. The spirits were manifestations of their own fears, manipulated by the sorcerer to help them find their true potential. With newfound clarity, the friends vow to support each other and face life's challenges head-on

Aether is a patchwork of realities, stitched together with the coarse threads of fate. The High Ones feast on floating islands, flouting the laws of gods and men. The Low Ones rot in the stench of the underbelly, dreaming of a breath of fresh air. Between them lie countless layers of existence, where magic intertwines with despair. Into this chaotic world steps the Unknown. His face is hidden beneath a cowl, and in his eyes burns the cold fire of the Abyss. He is no hero, no savior; he is a catalyst for change, ruthless and hypocritical. The Unknown seeks no followers; he is a solitary figure. He wanders Aether, sowing the seeds of knowledge, but not out of noble intent. His gift is a curse, a trial that breaks the weak and elevates the strong. He asks for no payment, but the price of his lessons is blood, sweat, and tears. He whispers the secrets of the universe into the ears of the outcast, but cares nothing for their fate. He is a spark that can ignite the flame of hope or burn everything to ashes. The story begins with Kael, a young thief from the underbelly who overhears the Unknown conversing with a spirit. Words laden with ancient magic and forbidden knowledge ignite within him a spark of ambition. He begins to stalk the Unknown, seeking to glean his secrets. But the Unknown is no teacher in the conventional sense. He does not give lessons; he creates situations in which his "students" are forced to learn to survive, adapt, and overcome. Kael becomes an unwitting witness to the Unknown's actions, seeing how his "gifts" alter the destinies of others, shattering the old order and giving rise to new chaos. He realizes that the Unknown does not strive for balance; he craves destruction, the rebirth of the world in the fires of the Abyss. And Kael, intoxicated by the power that newfound knowledge grants him, becomes a part of this chaos. Kael's path intersects with others who have also been "blessed" by the Unknown's touch. Some descend into madness, others become tyrants, and still others become martyrs. Each of them is a tool in the Unknown's hands, a pawn in his game with reality. And Kael must decide who he wants to be – a pawn or a player. "Coldfire" is a story about the price of knowledge, the dark side of power, and how even in the most ruthless chaos, there is a perverse beauty. It is a story not of heroes, but of survivors, not of salvation, but of transformation, not of light, but of the cold fire of the Abyss that consumes all in its path.

The world resets overnight. Once an ordinary young man with an unremarkable life, Hiro wakes up to find reality transformed into something straight out of a video game. Armed with the lessons from his deceased friend and his gaming knowledge, can he survive in this new world?

Alexis Francisco, a gifted young man from a wealthy and historic lineage in modern-day Butuan, Philippines, is betrayed and murdered by envious relatives. Yet, fate grants him a second chance. Reincarnated as Siagu Alexie, heir to the Empire of Butuan in an alternate universe, he must navigate a world of politics, warfare, and monarchy. Armed with his modern knowledge and unwavering resolve, Siagu embarks on a journey to unite a fragmented empire, uphold its sovereignty, and forge a legacy of prosperity amidst the tumultuous tides of history. A gripping tale of ambition, resilience, and the burden of destiny. Notice: This novel is not intended to insult or degrade any culture, race, ethnicity, or religion. If ever you are offended because of this novel, I would like to apologize in advance. Also, English isn't my first language so please bear with the repetitive words, grammatical error, and wrong usage of filler words, and many more. Hope you understand GENRES: Low-Fantasy, Alternate Universe, History, Racism, Kingdom Building, Romance, Wars, Low-History, Non-Harem, Monarchy, & Religion --------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone. I am Holy_Slayer, a newbie writer based in the Philippines. This novel is inspired by my hometown’s history and my love for monarchy. I would like to apologize in advance as this novel might be offensive to some readers who are too nationalistic. If you ever wanted to read this, be open-minded and forget your lesson in our history as this novel will not be touching 100% in history despite having a ‘history’ as one of its genres, but I am trying to incorporate some historical events and people in my story. NOTE: The Rajahnate of Butuan is a real kingdom that existed in 988. For discord server: https://discord.com/invite/KMmszZ3Crv

What happens when Xue Ting gets to marry the father of her twins, sixteen years later but he didn't know about that fact and it was to save him from his dire situation? Will Xue Ting and Qiu Yeh overcome their childhood trauma together? Will Qiu Yeh be able to move on from his childhood crush? Will Xue Ting be able to learn to love again from the lessons learned in Pam and Dan's experience? Will she be able to endure the ride on her turbulence of fate or will she cease to give in to anything and let everything she had ever guarded perish? (Due to other commitments, posting once a week with one chapter. Will post more if I can.)

In the town of Benton Harbor, a teenager named Alex wakes up on the autumn equinox—a day that marks the start of fall. On his way to school with his friends, they’re suddenly transported to the Shattered World, a realm overrun by monsters, demons, and vampires. Lost and unprepared, they’re attacked by a demon. Just when it seems like there’s no escape, a mysterious woman named Vespera appears, saving them with her silver sword. Trapped in this strange world, Alex and his friends quickly learn survival won’t be easy. They’ll need to train, study, and fight to stay alive. Take lessons in the arts of the Shattered World while looking for a way home. Join Alex as he uncovers ancient secrets, faces terrifying creatures, and begins his journey in a place where survival itself is a test.

A young, brand new truck driver learns the ropes of the trucking industry and lessons on life as he treads the roads of the United States with a series of misfit trainers and co-drivers. Getting into misadventures and omnishambles while dealing with outrageous dangers and hazards on the road, Andrew struggles to reach his ultimate goals: to drive a million miles, and a make a million dollars.

Mo Yangyang, the fake daughter was kicked out of the family when the real daughter of the family returned. The real daughter demanded a good reputation, thus Mo Yangyang had to set her off by being the bad girl. She couldn't stand it any longer when she realized she was terminally ill. Even cannon fodder deserved to die with dignity. To leave no regrets behind, Mo Yangyang made a move on the man whom she was secretly in love for ten years, but she ended up being entangled with the man's uncle, the fifth son of the Xie Family whom every woman in Xiacheng was willing to squeeze their heads through a crowd just to meet in person, the man with the name Xie Xize. Mo Yangyang, "Don't worry, I'm almost dead anyway. Three months later... Mo Yangyang, "Why am I still alive? And why is there another life in my stomach too? Wouldn't Fifth Elder Xie murder me once he found out about it?" So she ran... Five years later, the little kid dragged his trembling mother to Xie Xize and said, "Take good care of your woman, don't make me have to worry about her always." Fifth Elder Xie, "How are you going to pay me back for kidnapping my son for so many years?" Mo Yangyang shuddered, "I can give you another child...do you want it?" The little kid, "I have a chance to start over again. I must take precautions earlier. With my father around, I won't have to worry that mom would be killed like cannon fodder again. It's time to teach those scum a lesson!"

In a world where power is everything, Zero is the perfect fool. At Cloudveil Martial Arts Academy, a prestigious school for the elite, Zero’s brilliance hides behind a facade of clumsiness and ignorance. A lazy smile, a constant yawn—he seems like just another helpless new student. But beneath that mask lies a genius mind capable of seeing through the most complex martial arts techniques and strategies with ease. What no one knows is that Zero is the last surviving member of his race, a people once feared for their unparalleled intellect. Kingdoms conspired to annihilate his kind, afraid of their ability to control the fate of nations. With his people gone, Zero's only goal is vengeance—he will bring down the kingdoms that destroyed them, but not in the way they expect. For now, he hides in plain sight. He attends classes, listens to lessons, and pretends to be a fool, all while quietly gathering the knowledge and allies he needs for his grand plan. Every movement, every word, every action is part of a much larger scheme. But as he grows stronger, and his enemies begin to take notice of his strange abilities, Zero must navigate the treacherous waters of trust, deception, and self-discovery. Will he remain the clueless fool, or will his true genius break free to shape the world around him? Mystery, deception, and revenge await. The fool may just be the most dangerous player in the game.

Ryutō Agasaki. From a young age, Ryutō always felt different from the other children. Little did he know that his uniqueness stemmed from being a half-dragon. It is only later in life that Ryutō discovers the most important lesson of all the strongest make the rules and the weak must obey.

Call it petty or perhaps foolish, if you will, but to Lauren, her small revenge became the last saving straw in her drowning life. Betrayed by her own family, who had her incarcerated for a crime committed by her older sister, Lauren wanted to end her life when they also went ahead and disowned her after her release from prison. So as a coping mechanism, Lauren made it her life mission to teach her family a small lesson by denying her sister, Laura, the joy of being with the only man that she has ever loved as a little token of payment for all that she had to endure from them. For years, Lauren lay in wait as she worked as a bar hostess and planned her simple but well-elaborated revenge against her parents' "golden child." But finding out that she was pregnant with another man's baby not so long after the wedding was never part of her plans.  So Lauren knew then that it was time to draw the curtains closed before her "husband" finds out that he has been duped. She needs to RUN! So what happens when this said husband too has no intention of letting her get away with this scot-free and intends to find his "fake" wife and make sure that she pays for her deception? What happens then when she realises that the man that she has been searching for is none other than the very husband that she has been running away from? Will she go and claim him back, or will she continue to let her sister be with him?

Joon Park, a 25-year-old battling stage 3 thyroid cancer, believes his time is up as he closes his eyes in a hospital room. Yet, instead of darkness, he awakens in an emergency room, inexplicably performing life-saving actions as a doctor. When tragedy strikes again, he finds himself reborn, this time as a firefighter. Joon discovers that each time he dies, he is reincarnated into a purposeful new role—a teacher, chef, scientist, and more—always in South Korea but in vastly different settings. Retaining memories of his past lives, Joon grows deeply connected to the people he meets and the lessons each life brings. He also encounters a mysterious figure who appears across his lives, hinting at a larger force behind his journey. As Joon cycles through lives, he grapples with mortality, legacy, and the meaning of existence. He cherishes bonds formed across lifetimes, even as those he loves don’t remember him. Through acts of service, creativity, and compassion, Joon learns to embrace the beauty of each fleeting moment.

Jasmine is the first daughter of the great Alpha Bale. Because of her status as a bastard child, she lives a life maltreated scrubbing floors and attending to the needs of her father, step mother, step siblings and the entire pack. But her life makes a drastic turn when she is switched in place for her father’s legitimate daughter to be married off to the Handsome and Cold hearted Alpha Xaden. Xaden is determined to punish Jasmine for the sins of her father who had massacred his entire family, even though she is nothing like her father. Hate slowly turns to desire, fierce passion and finally love. But what happens when Xaden discovers that Jasmine, was planted as a spy to bring his downfall and was not in fact the original princess he was promised to? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Let this be a lesson to everyone. Royal or not, Alpha or Omega," He declares. "You will steer clear of what is mine. In my own territory. In my pack." With that, he tosses the bloodied arm aside and takes Jasmine away from their shocked gaze.

[ Caution: High Heat Advisory ] “Harper, stop undressing me with your eyes. The plot isn’t going that way… YET.” Harper McKenzie, a newbie web novel author, has a problem — she struggles with romance scenes. As someone with almost nonexistent real-life experience in the matter, she can’t get the intimate chemistry right, and those chapters always come out dry and cringy. Fortunately for her, Harper finds a freelance editor willing to workshop her writing. But the surprise? That editor turns out to be her childhood friend and the very first crush of her life. What happens now when he offers her personal lessons on how to write the hottest romance … and love scenes? -------------- Note: this is a fun, cozy, sweet story with a low-drama plot. No love triangles, no misunderstandings, no memory loss / car accidents / terminal illnesses / etc.. Mature content abounds, starting out soft but heats up quickly. You’ve been warned! -------------- Sneak Peek: He slid her bra over her shoulders and, with impossibly quick and skilled work, tied the lacy garment around her wrists. “Spread your legs wider,” he ordered. Harper’s already faltering heartbeat faltered some more. The command in his tone was foreign, but it crashed over her like a heat wave, and even though she could barely begin to picture how salacious she must look, with her hands bound and thighs spread wide like an offering to be ravished, she could feel the scorching need coiling hotter and hotter in her core. Her body obeyed eagerly on its own accord, bringing herself fully open just like she was told. Eli grinned. Moving between her legs, he trailed hot kisses along her inner thigh, leaving sizzling little fires crackling in its wake. “Good girl. Now, what should your character say next?” A finger glided over her wet and wanting flesh in a slippery stroke, making her heart slam to a hard stop as a moan tore free. “Write the next line for me, what should I say before I unravel you with my tongue and make you scream my name?”

She was a famous assassin who had killed important figures, but ironically, she was killed by her own lover. And when she thought she was dead, it turned out she was occupying the soul of a young girl who was tricked by her own family. 'Because I have been reborn, I will take revenge on the people who planned my murder and also teach a lesson to the people who underestimated the girl whose soul I reside in!' However, things become complicated when she has to marry a cold man, whom she spent the night with.