Second Time'S The Charm

Athen had always lived a solitary life, as without any family or friends, he struggled to survive in his poor, forgotten hometown. The only escape from this grim reality came in the form of tales of magic told by rare visitors from the distant capital. That was, until one day, Athen discovered that magic wasn't just a dream. It was within him. With his newfound power, Athen completed a desperate heist, stealing a priceless diamond. But his triumph was short-lived when he realized the diamond was a fake. Yet... what seemed like a cruel trick turned out to be a blessing in disguise, for the fake diamond held the key to unlocking Athen’s greatest desire: the chance to truly learn magic.

(The Book's title has been changed from the original Pretty Man's Beloved Farmwife: This Madam is So Hot). Yang Chuxia found herself in a different world, inhabiting the body of a destitute farm girl who had been killed by her step-grandmother. To make matters worse, her step-grandmother even intended to sell her lifeless body. How could she endure such a fate? Hmph, whether you're a step-grandmother or an uncle, if you're a villain, I'll confront you just the same. Send one, I'll defeat one; send two, I'll conquer both. Yet, after vanquishing the wrongdoers, she gazed upon her emaciated, poorly dressed parents, siblings, and the struggling, underdeveloped village. Yang Chuxia seethed with determination, pointing to the sky and declaring, "I shall surely bring prosperity to this place, to the point where you'll fear having flowers bloom in summer when I tell you to have flowers blooming in summer, and where you are too afraid to seek women for me as suitors, when I tell you to find me men!" A certain man whispered, "Wifey, I'm already a man..."

A mysterious girl named Kyuu Ketsuki shows up at the entrance ceremony of Kanto Gakuin Junior & High School in the new school year, much to the dismay of many students and one boy in particular, Sasaki Haru. Sasaki Haru lived a mostly normal life in middle school, until a certain incident occurred when he'd graduated. Now moving into high school, he hopes to rectify this mistake and some day move on. Although all is not well when Kyuu Ketsuki arrives, bringing all her youthful charm and uncharacteristic demeanor along with her! Will Sasaki Haru be able to live out his hope for a normal high school life? Or will this new addition upset the scales and bring him down another path? Perhaps a darker one...? Note: Will be posting this story on RoyalRoad, Scribblehub and Wattpad too.

Serena, a Healer exiled from her pack for a crime she did not commit, accused of murdering her mate, the Pack Beta. The evidence against her was damning, warranting the harshest punishment: death. However, an oath between her father and the Alpha of her pack spared her life. Instead, she was cast into the wilderness, cursed to live as a rogue until the day she dies. Life as a rogue was treacherous, seeing the next sunrise was never promised. One fateful day, Serena stumbled upon injured strangers and saved their lives. In return for her kindness, she was granted asylum in Ironshade, the strongest Western Pack. Haunted by the loss of her first mate, Serena is determined to live in secrecy, until she discovers she has yet another fated mate. Her new mate is none other than Darius, the stoic Alpha of Ironshade burdened by the dark legacy of his father. The Ironshade Pack is on the brink of collapse, plagued by a mysterious curse. Serena’s arrival may hold the key to its salvation...or its ruin. As tensions rise, Serena and Darius find themselves drawn together with an undeniable bond. Together, they must confront buried secrets, face their deepest fears, and decide if their second chance at love is worth risking everything. "When the shadow of the Thorn bleeds into the light, And the wolf who carries death finds her second life, The moon will bless the broken bond, And the cursed will find peace at dawn."

In the unforgiving streets of Chicago, basketball was everything to Lucas Turner—his escape, his purpose, his future. Once a rising star destined for the NBA, Lucas’s dreams shattered with the tear of an ACL during a championship game. Left to drift through life, haunted by what could have been, Lucas's spark for the game—and for life itself—slowly faded. Years later, a selfless act to save a child’s life leads Lucas to the brink of death, where he is offered an extraordinary opportunity: a second chance to rewrite his story. Waking up as his 12-year-old self, Lucas finds himself back in his childhood bedroom, armed with the memories, wisdom, and pain of his past life. With his talent and passion reignited, he vows to do things differently this time—on and off the court.

Ariana’s heart shatters as her mate—the Alpha King’s brother—rejects her, choosing her twin sister, Elara, instead. Alone and betrayed by those she once trusted, Ariana is left to pick up the broken pieces of her heart. Her world becomes darker and colder, with every cold glance from her sister and every whisper from those around her. But then, the unthinkable happens. She meets the Alpha King. There’s an undeniable pull between them, a bond neither can ignore. The weight of his gaze sends a shiver down her spine. He calls her his mate, though she’s been told she’s not worthy of such a title. Something stirs deep within her—a power she’s long kept buried. With every step she takes beside the Alpha King, Ariana begins to awaken a strength she never knew existed. But Elara won’t let go of the throne, nor will she allow Ariana to find happiness. Envy, betrayal, and dark promises cloud Ariana’s path as her sister’s venomous words threaten to break her down. In the shadow of a love that feels destined yet dangerous, Ariana must confront her true nature—one tied to the ancient power of a black wolf. Can she claim herself before the weight of her past and Elara’s vengeful reach destroy everything? Bound by the Moon’s Second Chance is a tale of love that defies the odds, a woman’s rise from rejection, and a fight to embrace a fate that refuses to be ignored.

As the final dragon lay defeated, Aaran stared at the sky while the rest celebrated. [Awaiting the gods’ response...] He clenched his fists, his heart pounding. A shred of hope flickered in his eyes, only to be extinguished like always. [The attained outcome was deemed unsatisfactory.] Aaran had seen the message for the nineteenth time. He had become the gods’ plaything in their desire to witness the “perfect ending”. He regressed once again, but this time as a toddler with charm being his only stat. But something was amiss. The world he remembered had changed, and powers that did not exist before had taken hold. Tired of following the traditional route, Aaran chose to fight darkness with darkness… as a necromancer with infinite charm!

Layla Nightshade, a rising star in the acting world, is determined to become one of the greatest actresses. Her journey is fueled by her admiration for Zaya Swanson, a top model with a mysterious, icy heart. Two years after their first encounter, fate brings them together again when Zaya is forced to take on a lead role in a movie alongside Layla. As they navigate the challenges of the film set, Layla’s warmth begins to melt Zaya’s defenses. However, Zaya’s reluctance to engage in romantic scenes and her disdain for acting create tension. Layla is determined to uncover the reasons behind Zaya’s cold demeanor and help her rediscover the joy in life and love.

Draven is a magic professor in a fantasy world. He is also an earl, notorious for his evil deeds and mistakes since youth. His downfall is due to a curse that hinders his intellectual potential and his talents. Eventually, he becomes a villain, losing everything he holds dear: his siblings, fiancée, house, domain, and more. After a miserable death, he reincarnates in the modern world as Dravis Granger. In his new life, he grows up to be a highly intellectual individual oblivious towards his previous life, becoming a young professor in mechanical engineering and a researcher. However, he harbors a strange obsession with creating a game, fueled by vivid imaginings of another world. This obsession leads him to develop a game that mirrors his previous life. Upon completing his virtual reality world, he regains his past memories. Overwhelmed by intense emotions—rage, sadness, and the realization of his past ugliness—he suffers a fatal heart attack. In his final moments, he hears a voice, seemingly from the world itself, offering him a chance to return to his original fantasy world. However, he would only retain the memories of his modern life, not those of his first life’s mistakes. He agrees and is reincarnated once more, this time with the knowledge of a modern mechanical engineering professor. But one thing about the Dravis Granger, he's not just a mechanical engineer professor. Not just a straight, killer genius professor. He has his ideals, and the world is too full of villains for his great idealism. So he strived, with his great mind, he became a mastermind. But not as a villain, but as a person who has lost hope in police and justice, and decided to help the people by his own hand. Collecting victims and invited those handpicked talents to his side, making several insane stunts, assassinating, trapping, and eradicating the scums from the world. But now in this fantasy world, he has to survive from multiple factions trying to kill him, protect his domain, protect his siblings, protect his fiance, and the most important thing. Protect the world. But he hadn't lost the Dravis from the modern world. As a professor at the morning, an earl at the afternoon, and a dark knight at the night. _____________________________ "You've hurt my student." Draven stands still, no mana seems to emit from him, but just a single frown. A frown that is enough to make the room's heavy. "As a teacher, you think I would leave you unpunished?" "You seem to think that I care about your position, Prince Hermit. But believe me," Draven took a slow step. "Not even your father could protect you from me," _____________________________ Daily Update 2 Chapters = 14 chapters/week Some Friendly Rewards 100 Powerstones = +2 chapters in that day 200 Powerstones = +4 chapters in that day 50 Golden Tickets = +4 chapters in that day 1 Gift = +4 chapters in that day _____________________________ One of the King of Kings Series

"Her life was a web of deception, danger, and a fight for survival." Arya, a bold and cunning thief, finds herself caught in a dangerous game of revenge when a mysterious and powerful man, Kian, mistakes her for Serena—the woman he holds responsible for his mother’s death. To save her life, Arya must prove her innocence while navigating the dark and enigmatic world of Kian. Will Arya uncover the secrets of this mysterious world? Can she reveal the true killer behind Kian’s mother’s death? What is this strange world Arya has suddenly found herself in? Read "The Villainess's Second Chance"—a thrilling story filled with conflict, mystery, and untold layers of redemption.

With great power... COMES GREAT BI-... ehrm great responsiblity... 'this is a take on a dream i had a long time ago when i was struggeling with some stuff, but since then ive been fascinated by the idea.' roughly spoken its abt a kid getting great powers, but the only one who got them in a world of monsters, atleast for now... oh btw ive never written before and i do this for fun haha

From living as an ordinary mortal to struggling in the battle between celestials and gods, from answering test papers to uncovering deadly mysteries, from walking in the shadows of the future to embracing the echoes of the past, join Jiang Feng in his journey with his cultivation partner as they trace back their journey back to the start! --- Jiang Feng, a young master from the Jiang Family, one of the four prestigious families in the nation, was under the constant torment of his nightmares. In his dreams, where he was constantly hunted by celestials and gods filled with wrath, Jiang Feng was sent to death and death again. Just when he thought things would be back to normal once he graduated from his school, he received an invitation from his friends to explore a suspicious yet mysterious tomb in his ancestral cemetery. Guided by his curiosity and unknown force in play, Jiang Feng accepted the invitation to join them. On the agreed day of exploration, however, a heavy rain poured on the lands as Jiang Feng stood alone in the cemetery. Not willing to wait longer, he decided to explore the tomb on his own first to make his trip worthy, unbeknownst to what was about to befall on him... --- I wouldn't say it's the best, but I'll say that it's worth giving a try. Try reading the first few chapters before coming up with a decision, and I promise they won't have short chapters at the start like my other work. Enjoy!

God's Journey in a New Time is an epic journey into a boundless, multi-dimensional universe where power, knowledge, and existence itself are explored through the protagonist, Donovan. A figure blessed with the unique and invulnerable Nothingness Body, Donovan transcends typical notions of mortality and morality, embodying powers that defy even the most potent cosmic forces. Throughout the story, Donovan encounters powerful beings, such as ancient creators, who are bound by their creations yet are humbled by Donovan's absolute mastery over reality. Alongside allies and rivals, he faces challenges that unravel the very fabric of existence, revealing philosophical depths that question the nature of omnipotence, creation, and the true essence of the cosmos. Amidst cosmic battles, shattered universes, and philosophical revelations, Donovan’s journey is one of both discovery and dominance, bringing readers into a realm where power is only limited by imagination, and existence itself is both a gift and a challenge. In a world overseen by an entity called "The Absolute," Donovan’s actions reveal the beauty and terror of boundless potential, leaving characters and readers alike to wonder about the balance of creation and the cost of true transcendence. there is another novel. It is the second part of this novel. You can check it out if you want. https://www.webnovel.com/book/carrying-the-god's-will_27201832206995105

What do you do when four men come into your life and completely turn it upside down? No, seriously, I have no idea. All I wanted to do was hide away on my ranch with no one to bother me, but apparently, they had different plans. Luckily for them, this was not my first zombie apocalypse. If they learn to listen, we might just get out of this with our lives. If not, maybe I would finally be able to rest in peace. ------ Li Dai Lu was born and raised Canadian in her first life. This meant that she was taught how to share, how to put others first and to keep the peace as much as she could. However, that all backfired in a spectacular way. Reborn in a new time and place, Li Dai Lu did her best to protect all those that she could from the zombies that were wiping out the human race. Unfortunately for her, those she rescued were not as grateful as they should have been. Killed by the very people she saved, she held her breath and waited for the calm, peacefulness of death. But the Fates were not too accommodating and our heroine woke up in her third life, a year before the zombie apocalypse. This time she would live life on her own terms and to those that disagreed... well, she would have a few words for them. With four men at her side, she will shed the cloak of civility and become who she was truly meant to be. This will turn into a reverse harem where she does not have to pick. There is no m/m. Other Novels: Dancing with Monsters: Ongoing Star's Ships: Brand New! Ongoing! Discord: Sakura#6289 Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/CapanRmy Instagram: @devil_besideyou666

After confessing her love to her childhood best friend, Gabrielle finds herself rejected and sold to a cruel high official in exchange for power by the best friend whom she loved so much. Hurt, betrayed, subjected to abuse, and stripped of her noble title Gabrielle begins to lose all hope until one day she runs into a man from a neighboring kingdom in need of help. Despite the danger Gabrielle agrees to help this man get back to his kingdom only to find that he is King and he is smitten with her. Will Gabrielle find her happily ever after with her new found love or will a sudden change of heart from her childhood best friend tear them apart?

Cayena Graymore, the greatest swordmaster of the Kingdom of Elodea, is driven by a burning desire for vengeance after the brutal execution of her family. Initially believing the crown princess responsible, she tragically takes her life, only to discover the true masterminds are her best friend, Freya, and the ruthless Emperor. Fueled by the pain of losing her family and the revelation that Freya also killed her sister, Cayena storms the palace, determined to end the Emperor's reign. Just as she is about to kill the Emperor, she is confronted by a mysterious man with unmatched power. Despite her unparalleled skills, Cayena is overpowered and killed. With her last breath, Cayena wishes for a second chance. To her surprise, she reawakens in her 14-year-old self, armed with the knowledge of the past. Now, she must navigate her new life to protect her family and prevent their tragic fate.

A Second Chance is a story about a guy named Ryan Mitchell who dies and gets reincarnated into another world to have his second chance at life. In his new life he goes through many challenges, meets many people, and enjoys his life to the fullest.

One fateful day Karl an ordinary bully in his campus gets killed only to wake in a another world in someone else's body. Little did he know, that he got a terminal disease that would eventually unalive him. Will he able to fit in this new world and find a cure that will save him? Will he still be a bully? or something better? (This contains high violence and an interesting plot read at your own risk.)

Louis has become the most-hated man after being cursed. Hidden enemies start to appear and he is told things can get worse. He takes on a new journey to try to break the curse, but he finds himself falling in love with a woman who wants him dead. He also unexpectedly discovers a scheme and a mysterious past- this is not just about him anymore. Can he stop the enemies' evil plans? Can he tell who are friends and who are foes? Will the woman fall in love with him even though she tries to kill him? **All Rights Reserved. No part of this work can be transferred, copied, used in any way. **My other Webnovels: Damage Controllers (male-lead, thriller); In Love With Three Men (female-lead, steamy romance). **To read the ENTIRE "Prince Charming Loses Charm," visit bio.link/PageTurner or Instagram: PageTurner.story for the link to read.

Felix was just like everyone else - someone who loved reading webtoons and manga to pass the time. Fast forward, he dies and gets transmigrated into an alternate Earth where Towers, Hunters, Quirks and the like exists. Only, the cheat he gets is his unranked "Charm", but it's faulty at best. So, he decides to f*** the script, and make his way to the top - not through endless grinding like those other protagonists - but rather "charming" his way to the top. Oh, right, his level of manipulations would make a certain death book-holder look like a saint. + Inspired Heavily By Regressor Instruction Manual + TAGS: Dominant/Yandere-ish Love Interests, Heavy Manipulation By Protagonist

Eiji Takae is a 16 year old boy has full confidence he can protect the people he loves, fully takes the role of his father.

Novel is not mine i like this novel but it is restricted here so i will post here from free novel website but give the original author his credit. The world was destroyed, torn to shreds by the war as it raged on. With the falling of nuclear bombs, the mutation strangely adapted and became an entirely new element.Those who couldn't withstand this mutation became beings tethering on the edge of life and death, becoming undead.Only a small population remains on the earth now.In this small population, some can adapt to the mutation and awaken unique powers in the apocalypse, while others are entirely unaffected, still like normal people.Ray was just a normal E-class awakener, but a faithful purple crystal changed everything.Through the purple crystal, a "system" activated inside him, which could allow him to get stronger the more he spreads his genes.Necromancer, wizard, martial artist to sorcerer - every single skill was possible as long as he spread his genes. From that moment, Ray walked the path of spreading his genes "for the sake of humanity."#no ntr, yaoi or yuri I Spread my Genes to Level Up in the Apocalypse novel is a popular light novel covering Action, Adventure, Ecchi, Fantasy, Harem, Mature genres. Written by the Author Aurelius_Imperator

There is a girl I love, beyond measure, her name whispered in my every prayer. I sacrificed everything for her, and now I depart, my final act dedicated to her. In a realm beyond this life, if our souls should meet once more I pray earnestly for one thing—may the Divine decree that we never again walk the same path. Then why? “Excuse me? If you're done, can I use the tap?” Why did our path across again? If our fate was predetermined, why had I been granted this second chance? Why!? Why was I transported back to the past!?

In her previous life, Su Anya was plagued with misfortunes, and the root of her misfortunes was herself. Her cowardness filled her path with pain and sufferings. Su Anya was kicked out of the school as she was framed for cheating in a competition, at that time she couldn't even fight for her own justice. When her most trustworthy best friend stole her designs, she didn't even have the courage to confront him. Her sister died as a result of her carelessness, making her despised by her own brother. "You are the most selfish person." These are the words that kept haunting her, and she wanted to run away from them. Finally, Su Anya found an escape route, i.e., death. After suffering, the heavens give her a second chance, and Su Anya is reborn ten years back. In this life, Su Anya had decided to make amends with her regrets. Su Anya's plan does not include revenge; instead, she intends to make peace with all of her regrets. Regret for not taking a stand for herself. Regret for distancing herself from her brother and sister. Regret for being a weakling and a coward... In this life, she will make peace with her regrets...

Cynthia Rochester's life changes forever when she receives her staff and encounters a mysterious individual who triggers bewildering visions. Awakening with an intelligent assistant in her mind, Cynthia navigates her evolving powers, which now deviate from the norm. As she strives to become the strongest and secure her place in the Draethon Council, Cynthia must unravel the truth behind her visions and her altered abilities, relying on her assistant to guide her through the dangers and intrigues of her magical world.

"I booked a big room for myself. Do you want to come and have some fun tomorrow?" Mu Yang didn't know what came into his mind when he came to the address the woman gave him the night before. He didn't know the woman and but he did come to her hotel room. Now they were sitting face to face, he found that he had the urge to hug her and to kiss her pale lips. What was going on with his head? He wasn't a lustful monster, but why did it so easy to lose control in front of her? Did she hypnotize him? "I don't know any hypnotism technique." She could even hear his thought? Mu Yang was bewildered. However, the urge was real. He didn't even have this strong urge when he faced his co-stars in the movies. Then, why would his body react strongly to her? #Consensual #NoRape #R21. Please don't read if you're under 21.

Minami, a modern surgeon dies unexpectedly and is reincarnated in the body of a fragile palace maid in ancient Japan who is also named as Minami. Struggling in her new life, she discovers that her medical knowledge is her only strength. When a deadly illness begins to ravage the palace, she secretly uses her skills to help, unaware of the far - reaching consequences her actions will have. As Minami rises in status, her involvement with the royal family deepens and she uncovers dangerous secrets about the emperor’s bloodline. Her healing abilities make her both indispensable and a target, especially as the emperor and prince fall ill with a mysterious condition only modern medicine can cure. Amidst palace intrigue and growing romantic tension with Akira, the emperor’s aide. Minami must navigate loyalty, love and her own past in order to save the royal family and herself.

Synopsis: Lily Rivera's life has always revolved around one person: Noah Callahan, her childhood best friend and first love. For years, she silently stood by his side as he moved on with someone else, all the while carrying the weight of unrequited love. But everything changes on the day of Noah's wedding when, devastated and heartbroken, Lily makes a wish—to forget Noah and to find herself again. Miraculously, her wish is granted. Lily wakes up eighteen years old once more, with a second chance at life. This time, she refuses to lose herself in someone else's love. As she navigates high school again, she embraces her passion for art, builds stronger relationships, and learns to put herself first. But when Noah re-enters her life, she must confront the love she once thought she could never let go of—and the woman she’s become without it.

Ryu Ji-Ho was nothing more than a third-rate director, trapped in the shadows of his own failures. But when fate handed him a second chance, he was reborn with an unbreakable resolve. This time, Ryu Ji-Ho wasn't just dreaming; he was building an empire. From the cutthroat Korean film industry to the dazzling lights of Hollywood, he crafted his story with a sharp vision and a courage that knew no bounds. Yet, behind the glittering façade of his career lay a dark secret, one that threatened to destroy everything he had painstakingly built. With enemies lurking around every corner, Ryu Ji-Ho was forced to confront his past and make a choice—between the intoxicating glory of success or the inevitable downfall that awaited him.