Paradise By The Dashboard Light

In the floating city of Aether, where metal towers dance with ancient magic and steam engines, lies a secret capable of tearing reality apart. Rael, a young man with a dark past and forbidden blood, is thrust into the eye of the storm when a mysterious power within him awakens—a force that merges human genes with those of the Arkanis, interdimensional entities long considered eternal enemies. After a sudden attack by the radical Lumen Faction, which seeks ancient power, Rael learns that his father, Kael Veygar, was a legendary technomagus who sealed the Aetheris Gate—a portal to the heart of all dimensions—within himself. The seal wasn’t meant to protect Rael, but to save the world from destruction. Hunted as both key and weapon, Rael must face: Lyra, a Lumen Faction agent corrupted by illegal technology, burdened by vengeance and regret. Dax, a genius technomancer obsessed with knowledge, trapped in a game of power. Jyn, a bounty hunter android with a dark past, selling loyalty for freedom. Nexus, an ancient dimension where his mother—the Arkanis queen—is trapped, and where the secret of Kael’s death lies. From the black markets of the Lower District to a Cursed Island surrounded by magnetic seas, Rael risks his life to uncover the truth: that he is a symbol of sacrifice, forced to choose between opening the Aetheris Gate to save his mother or destroying it and losing his humanity. But the Lumen Faction won’t stop there. Armed with dimension-shattering weapons and hybrid soldiers, they force Rael to become a pawn in a war that will decide the fate of all beings—humans, Arkanis, and those in between. Amid betrayals, illusions, and epic battles across dimensions, Rael must answer one question: Does being a hero mean becoming a shadow buried in the dark, or daring to be the light that burns everything away? "Shadows Among the Light" is a dark fantasy tale blending steampunk, multidimensional magic, and philosophical questions about the price of peace. Here, true heroes aren’t unblemished—they’re the ones brave enough to stand at the edge of the abyss, between light and shadow.

Notice: This will be a long, long story so it will be a slow burn for at least the first two arcs. But if you are in interested in a long wide-ranging story I hope you will read Description: Moving past the death of his only friend and teacher. Orb heads into the world to find a way to die happy and fulfilled. though the boy who lives in the present carries the weight of something that lived in the past. A curse, a blessing, a legacy. The story of those who carry things they should never of had to, and the choices of their lives which effect them of them and the world as a whole. Three chapters a week. link to cover artist: https://www.fiverr.com/winda_chu?source=inbox Usually, somewhere between 2000 and 3000 words per chapter.

(1) si samuel ay namatay sa kamay ng kaniyang pinaka matalik na kaibigan na si jaden, sa kaniyang pag kamatay dito niya lamang nagising ang kaniyang spiritong mundo, dahilan kung bakit niya magagawang bumalik 20 years sa nakaraan.. sa pag balik ni samuel sa nakaraan, pinag isipan niya ng mabuti ang kaniyang plano kung paano niya papatayin sa pinakang masamang paraan si jaden. si samuel sa likod ng napakalakas niyang katawan, meron parin itong limitasyon dahil normal na tao lamang siya, ito rin ang isa sa dahilan kung bakit namatay sa nakaraan niyang buhay ang kaniyang minamahal na babae. kaya ang pag kakataon bumalik sa nakaraan at itama ang mali niyang mga desisyon ay ang mag papalaka sa kaniya. (2) si shane ay anak ng liwanag. sa kaniyang lakas at talino, may isa siyang hindi kayang lagpasan, ito ang kapalaran niyang mag laho sa hinaharap. si samuel, kahit sa una niyang buhay ay hindi alam ang bagay na ito, subalit eto ang gustong niyang malaman, dahil matapos maranasan mawala sa kaniyang tabi si shane, hindi niya uli hahayaan mangyari ito sa pangalawang pag kakataon. kaya sa kanilang pag unti unti itong tinutuklas ni samuel.

In a city where skyscrapers pierce the clouds and shadowy alleyways hide dangerous secrets, the underworld is ruled by ruthless families locked in a deadly game of power and betrayal. Among them walks a man with a calm smile and an unassuming demeanor, concealing a past so dark it could shatter the entire criminal empire. When strange events force his secrets into the open, the city erupts into chaos. As alliances crumble and blood stains the streets, he must confront a haunting truth tied to the woman who once abandoned him—a figure with unparalleled influence in the underworld. Gangster Paradise is a gripping tale of vengeance, hidden truths, and ruthless ambition. In a world where every smile hides a dagger, the ultimate question looms: will he remain a shadow in the chaos or become the force that reshapes it all? ************ Support me on Patreon: Visit us at patreon.com/Myth_Valley Donate at: https://buymeacoffee.com/myth_valley

What will you do when a fun journey from your trip back to your University becomes your nightmare ? Liam a young, energetic and intelligent boy who didn't used to try hard as compared to his peers. He was very lazy and watched his friends study. But an answer to his question from his friend hit as a wave. It changed his perception entirely. " True happiness can never last " an answer given to his question by his friend who always used to compete with him changed him. He tried to strive harder than before to earn the attention of his competitor but to no avail. His friend stopped competing with him seeing his freedom and his own locked wings which was locked due to his own pride. Seeing this Liam also stopped his futile efforts and effects of time slowly begins to show. In a trip back to university they met a fatal accident which Liam was destined to die. Even having limited time he showed his true feelings breaking the previous barriers. However he wasn't only destined to die but to reincarnate with his memories intact. What will the author put in here now?

What would you do if you existed in a world where you have a maximum of 13 hours each day to live freely, where night crawling beast takes over after sunset, devouring any human on sight? This story follows a young boy Yami Yoshita who set out on a journey with a select few to a place known as world paradise , where the sun never sets in search of freedom, where one can walk freely after sunset without fear of getting devoured. Although without doubts, swarm of obstacles awaits on his journey as it is said that those who set out for world paradise never made it, would he make it? why don’t you find out?

Blood and Light is set in a world once ravaged by a war between gods of pure light, known as the Lumens. Their quest for dominance nearly destroyed the realms of Yakaria, Benad, and Xezar. In a desperate act, the people united and empowered three champions to defeat the Lumens, sealing them away and bringing an end to the conflict. A thousand years later, Arthur, a skilled blacksmith in Xezar, is commissioned by King Argos—one of the legendary champions—to forge a sword worthy of a king. As tensions rise and dark whispers stir, Arthur finds himself caught in a web of secrets, where the fragile peace of the world could be on the brink of collapse. Also released on Royal Road - @therealsansan

In the year 2115, a supernatural event occurred that gave half of the population abilities. Skip ahead a couple decades, there was a girl named Akari. She was the daughter of the strongest person on the planet. Everything was going smoothly until her family split apart because of unknown reasons. From there, a whole bunch events occur that make her stronger. Many people will try to keep her from reaching her goal. Will she overcome it or give in?

Waking after a car crash to find her world turned upside down. Between people wanting her dead, and people just wanting her, will she find the happiness she longs for, or fall victim to the evil around her.

[WSA ENTRY 2025] [Please support] In a world where divine beings pull the strings of mortals and faith dictates the tides of destiny, Kale and his young daughter Stacy awaken to a life they never chose. Transmigrated into the ancient game of undetectable origin, they are thrust into the identities of General Joel—a fearsome war hero—and Lady Lillian, his daughter, a girl shrouded in mystery and unseen evil. Surrounded by opulent palaces, cunning emperors, and worshippers of higher beings, Kale struggles to navigate this new reality. As he inherits Joel’s memories and Stacy begins to recall Lillian’s past, the lines between creator and character, father and stranger, blur. Each memory brings pain—and answers—while the looming question of how and why they died lingers unanswered. With a system that whispers of forgotten power and abilities that defy logic, Kale must act the part of a leader revered and feared, while Stacy’s fragile innocence is tested by the darkness hidden in Lillian’s memories. Political intrigue, forgotten gods, and a prophecy tied to their survival loom on the horizon. This is a tale of survival, deception, and redemption, where even the light of paradise casts a shadow. In a realm where creation collides with destiny, can Kale protect what truly matters—or will they be swallowed by the world they were never meant to enter? “I have failed as a husband but I won't fail as a father...... Unholy is the unseen evil my body is your vessel, come forth and bring chaos to my enemies and your will, will be my Salvation.” ---

(OMEGAVERSE/ HIRSTORICAL BL ) ********* In a mystical forest where cherry blossoms bloom under the light of the moon, Meng Yu, a quiet and lonely omega, lives hidden away from a world that would never understand him. His heart is burdened with secrets he cannot escape—secrets tied to his true nature, one he’s afraid to face. Fate, however, has other plans. Lu Shen, a demon cloaked in darkness and fire, enters Meng Yu’s life under mysterious circumstances. The two are drawn to one another by an undeniable force, one that binds them in ways neither can comprehend. Their connection is forbidden, rooted in an ancient curse that has separated light and darkness for eons. As their paths intertwine, Meng Yu and Lu Shen must confront their destinies, both of which are marked by a profound sacrifice. In the face of an impossible love, they find solace in stolen moments beneath the cherry blossoms, even though they know their love cannot survive the forces that seek to keep them apart. Will they defy the heavens themselves for a chance at love, or will they be torn apart by the very forces that created them? Only time will tell as they dance beneath the cherry blossoms for one last time, under the watchful gaze of the Moon. ********** Additional Tags : Historical Fantasy, Forbidden Love, Reincarnation, Alpha/Omega Dynamics, Light vs Darkness, Tragic Romance, Mythical Forests, Sacrifice, Fate and Destiny, Conflict of Morality, Emotional Anguish, Redemption Arc, fast-burn Romance, Loyalty and Friendship, Divine Intervention, Ancient China Setting, Mystical Beings, Political Intrigue, Unspoken Desires, Star-Crossed Lovers

Elena Valeria Is a beautiful, young and ambitious women who has worked hard to open up her dream bakery, but after some major changes in her life, she's on her own, figuring things out all by herself. Until she crosses paths with Zeon Varden, a cold, good looking, successful CEO whose secrets are darker than her own. the tension between them runs high, secrets lingers, and the pull between them grows impossible to ignore. But will they give in to what's brewing, or will their pasts tear them apart?

Arthur, a prodigious blacksmith had spent the last year of his life working on his best creation yet - A sword custom made for the King of Xezar himself. However, as Arthur prepares the sword to deliver it to the King personally, something unthinkable happens, sending Arthur on a journey that would define his entire life.

Kaelion Vale is a talented Mage, He is lives a peaceful life in a small village in the western continent. However, his happiness is shattered when his home is attacked by an army of demons. In the destruction, he loses everything, including his beloved wife. With a heart filled with grief and a burning determination, Kaelion decides to embark on a perilous journey to the east—a land known as a land of wonders. Legend has it that there resides a Great Goddess who can bring the dead back to life. But this hope comes with great risk. The land is under the rule of the Demon King, a dark lord who has been at war with humans for a thousand years. Kaelion must face deadly dangers—a ruthless army of demons, ancient magical traps, and fierce creatures that guard the borders. Will love and hope be strong enough to defeat the darkness? Or will he fall victim to a cruel fate? - Note : Sorry, this is a translation. There may be many mistakes and inaccuracies. You can correct them in the comments.

The need for the next guardian is here, Evil and his disciples are about to awake from their slumber. Joe who is an orphan will meet up with his destiny to be the next guardian

For centuries, the noble House Concordia, humanity’s torchbearers, guided the world through its darkest days. Their sacrifices drove back the malevolent force known only as the darkness, banishing it from the material world in the cataclysmic Battle of Scarlet Rivers. But victory came at an immense cost: the death of their revered leader, the Sword Saint, and the fracturing of humanity’s unity. In the centuries that followed, greed and hubris consumed the fractured factions of mankind, leaving the Concordia family shunned and their warnings ignored. Now, in the year 677, the darkness stirs once more, its hunger for chaos and despair reignited by humanity's corruption. As cracks tear through reality, unleashing hordes of demons upon the great city of Emberfall, the darkness manifests in a terrible, humanoid form—arrogant, cruel, and unstoppable. The nobles of the Kaizen Empire, consumed by their own self-interest, panic in the face of their reckoning, while the common people fall victim to unthinkable horrors. At the center of this unfolding apocalypse stands Eryndor of Concordia, the young head of his house. Dismissed as naïve for clinging to ancient prophecies, he has spent years pleading with humanity to unite against the darkness. Now, with the return of his family’s ancient enemy, Eryndor must rise to his legacy and rally what remains of humanity before it’s too late. But to fulfill his family’s oath, Eryndor must face impossible odds, forge alliances with those who once betrayed his house, and confront the truth of what it means to sacrifice for the light. As the forces of darkness spread across the land, "The Light Will Never Fade" is a story of shattered hope, enduring legacies, and the power of selflessness in the face of despair. Will Eryndor and those who stand with him rekindle humanity’s flame, or will the darkness extinguish the light forever?

Sol Calientos is a 17-year-old boy living in Luminata City, known as the brightest city in the world. His childhood best friend, also 17 years old, is a girl named Luna Orouku. The two friends were interested in exploration from a very young age and dreamed of exploring the entire world beyond Luminata City. With this dream, the two invested in free-running as a means to traverse through the city. Sol, himself, is a bit of a comic book and video game nerd, always having the dream to become a superhero. Luna always played the damsel role to appease her friend’s dream. As far as they know, it’s all just a fantasy, but everything is about to change. This novel is what I'd like to call a Hero Action Drama. It focuses on heavily on its characters and how this futuristic, but grounded world affects them. TW: Heavy, non-graphic violence, T-rated language. Some intense traumatic topics will be referenced such as torture, abuse, and human trafficking. A warning will be placed before such a scene takes place.

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The expulsion of the Arkar Race from Earth raised the hope of prosperity and equality for all. But this hope was soon extinguished when a select few retreated into a closed ecosystem they called Paradion. The people of Paradion, who kept Paradise for themselves alone, condemned people of no importance in the evolutionary pyramid to live in 'buffer zones'. Yakup had spent his teenage years trying to win the love of a woman. But the real prize in his life was his little girl. Even as his wife vanished, Yakup did not hesitate to put blood on his hands to protect her. But this little world he had created was too fragile in the face of the cruel wheels of fate. Following the traces of his wife's mysterious disappearance, Yakup realized that the truth was much harsher than he was ready to face. Fate was leading him down a cruel path where he had to protect not only his daughter, but also his own humanity.

Original Author: Songiba [I was forced to live in captivity for the rest of my life because I happened to be aware of the fact that I was a saint. I was truly a ‘real’ saint, but that didn’t matter, because there was already a designated saint in the temple. When I died from all the abuse I endured, I was sent back to a time before all those previous events in my life had happened. After 15 regressions, I was exhausted. I prayed, “I don’t want anything to do with this, so please just let me die,” And at that moment when I could finally be able to die, someone said, “How about being my daughter?” …. That monstrous duke had adopted me.]

Abby has always wanted a happy life for herself. She wished for a blissful wedding just like the one she had watched in fairytale movies but hers wasn't so. She had agreed to an arranged marriage in order to save her family's company. Her stepmother and sister made life difficult for her and pushed her into getting married in order to get her out of the way. She never thought her meaningless encounter with a stranger would result in pregnancy. Will she be able to hide the pregnancy from her husband before their wedding? What will happen when she discovers the father of her child is her company's rival?