Cog Daybreak

Threads of Time & Steel A tale about Love, Magic and Revolution By A.B. Sucrose Marina Eldheim is a brilliant inventor, a woman ahead of her time in a pre-steampunk-inspired empire divided by class and fueled by magic. With her wild curls, grease-stained overalls, and sharp mind, she's known as the Cog Queen, revolutionizing the world with her creations. But even her ingenious inventions can't shake the restless dreams of a man she's never met-yet feels she's always known. Silva Fischburn is a disciplined soldier, a man haunted by his past and bound by duty to the empire that once shunned him and his mother. Rising through the ranks despite endless sabotage, Silva's loyalty is tested when whispers of rebellion threaten to tear the empire apart. But what shakes him most is the mysterious connection he feels to Marina, the inventor tasked with outfitting the imperial forces. When shadowy figures from the slums and the nobility conspire to use magic and manipulation to destroy them, Marina and Silva find themselves drawn together by forces neither can control. As old secrets, forbidden love, and the ghosts of a life they've both forgotten begin to resurface, they must fight for their place in a world that seeks to keep them apart. With the empire on the brink of war and their enemies circling closer, Marina and Silva must decide whether to follow the paths laid before them or risk everything to uncover the truth about their past-and their future. A tale of love, ambition, and defiance, 'Threads of Time & Steel' is a thrilling pre-steampunk epic where magic meets invention and destiny collides with free will.

Synopsis: In the Asterios Empire, where noble bloodlines carry the essence of magic, a child’s destiny is unveiled at the age of five through a sacred ritual. For Khione Briston, the youngest daughter of the esteemed Briston Dukedom, this moment changes everything. Within the grand cathedral of the imperial capital, Khione awakens to the power of Time—a mystical magic unseen for centuries. The air swirls, gears and cogs shimmer into existence, and a clock with rapidly spinning hands marks the moment of her awakening. Shock and awe fill the room, as the nobles witness a rare and unparalleled affinity emerge from the youngest Briston. With the weight of her family’s legacy and a power no one can teach her to wield, Khione stands at the beginning of a journey that promises greatness but is shrouded in mystery. Khione must learn what it means to stand on her own, even as the threads of time itself twist in her hands.

What makes a god? Is it their power? Their renown? Or their legacy and the impact they havw on those who follow them? Crimson Shadow is a story about one boy's struggle against the odds and his eventual rise to the peaks beyond human capability. Set in a world where most of the Old Gods are either dead or wounded as a result of a cataclysmic war, the story follows another victim of loss in Akairo Kivuli Kamaitachi. Born only a few years after the Great War which claimed the lives of billions, he must rise from the ashes and desperately cling to his humanity lest his soul be consumed by nihilism. What to expect: ÷ The Protagonist isn't the Hero. He is just another cog in the cycle of sorrow. That said, he will carve a path for himself through the strength in his fists and his will. ÷ Tense and gripping action that will vary from bare knuckle brawls to showdowns that will dim entire clusters of galaxies! ÷ A cast of unique and interesting characters! ÷ Deep and Expansive lore that spans entire galaxies!

After heaven fell and hell rose, earth has been changed and now people have been granted powers to protect themselves from the monsters that suddenly appeared. Theodore Greed a kid from the countryside goes to the big city to find his childhood friend who he has a crush on, but he is later been recruited to a government agency called Daybreak:Nightfall. The art for the book cover is not mine. Nor is AI generated, I believe that authors shouldn't use AI at all for book covers. The image that I took is taken from IMDb, in which they probably took this image from the opening theme for "Kekai Sensen" which is called "Hello,World!" by Bump of Chicken The story can technically be counted as an anthology(?), I think that's the right term idk. Every chapter except for the first 3 chapters (that's not the side story) is going to follow the same timeline but will have no impact on the non-existed main story. In other words, I write whatever I want and it can be a slice of life story or be a "action story". The story might shift POVS once in a while, which just means that it’s just a story about [instert character here]. Like since there are multiple teams in the story, I might make side stories about them and will mark the chapters as side stories. Also there won’t be a lot of fight scenes since everyone is way to overpowered and I’m trying to make it a bit slice of life-y. And uploading will be strange or just random since it's just for fun.

“If you had the choice to live your life again, would you do it?” That was the question that pestered someone's mind as his body was crushed by debris, waiting for death. He had lived as nothing more than a cog in a machine, a puppet for his father's will. Although as abrupt as it was, his disappointing life ended in a devastating earthquake, surrounded by the corpses of his colleagues. As he was contemplating how unfair his life was, he made a resigned declaration to sleep normally again, one last time.  But, even the eternal rest didn't happen. Upon opening his eyes, he was reincarnated into another world as Deilos, the son of Demon Lord Dantalion, and found himself trapped in a jail where he was tortured, starved, and left all alone for days on end.  Just when Deilos thought his life couldn't sink any lower, a mysterious knight appeared before him and was rescued by the orders of the Demon Lord Barbatos. Deilos was used by Barbatos as a pawn in a petty dispute between human nobles and demon lords regarding the rebellion of humans within the demon territory. The only way to survive was to be a more cunning predator among predators in a battle of wits and deception, where one misstep can lead to death.  How will he face this awful life now? Will he be just another pawn, or will he be able to reclaim his life again? Well, that is what we'll see. 

In a galaxy where beasts and their tamers hold the key to power, Aidan Lorne is just another cog in the vast, unfeeling machinery of the Darnath family's mining empire. Born into poverty and raised in the brutal mines of Vesta-7, Aidan has spent his sixteen years toiling under the weight of endless labor, dreaming of a life beyond the rust-colored dunes and oppressive machinery. When his family is lost to the cruel realities of the mines, Aidan’s resolve hardens. He will escape the hellish world that has claimed so much of his life, even if it means defying the powerful elite who see him as nothing more than a tool. But Vesta-7 holds secrets of its own, secrets that could change the course of Aidan’s life forever. Amid the dangers of the mines, whispers of legendary beast masters stir his ambition, and an unexpected encounter with a mysterious force sets him on a path that will challenge everything he’s ever known. With a unique system that grants him the ability to see the evolutionary paths of beasts, Aidan’s future is no longer defined by the shackles of his past. But as he navigates the treacherous world of beast taming, interplanetary politics, and deadly rivals, Aidan must confront the demons of his past, the price of power, and the true cost of freedom. In a galaxy where survival is a battle and power is earned, Aidan must decide what he’s willing to sacrifice to forge his own destiny. --- Author’s Note: This is my first time writing a novel, and I truly appreciate you taking the time to read it. I know it may take some time to fully develop, so I ask for your patience and understanding. Please give me at least 40 chapters to better establish the world, the characters, and the plot. I’m committed to improving with each chapter, and I hope you’ll join me on this journey of growth and storytelling. Your feedback and support mean the world to me. I will rate my English average only, so if you find any grammatical mistakes or any words hard to understand since I am trying to expand my vocabulary, please let me know so that I can improve myself.

Alyssa and Jake have been inseparable since childhood, their bond unshakable and their memories countless. But as high school begins, life grows more complicated, and the once simple lines of friendship blur. Between new faces, unexpected challenges, and the weight of unspoken feelings, the cogs of fate begin to turn. Will Alyssa and Jake remain the steadfast friends they’ve always been, or is their story destined to become something more? Dive into a tale of humor, heart, and the rollercoaster ride of growing up—where every moment might just change everything.

Lila Devereaux is a woman who has built an empire on ambition, control, and perfection. As the CEO of Devereaux Enterprises, she is untouchable, admired, and feared by those around her. But beneath the cold exterior lies a woman who has spent her entire life running from the ghosts of her past—driven by the weight of expectations from her powerful father and the relentless pressure to never show weakness. When Lila hires Ethan Blake, a seemingly ordinary man from a world far removed from her own, she expects him to be just another cog in the corporate machine. But Ethan’s quiet strength, sharp mind, and unflinching honesty challenge everything she’s built her life around. As he begins to navigate the complexities of her world with surprising ease, Lila finds herself facing the one thing she’s worked so hard to avoid—vulnerability. Caught between the high demands of her father, the unraveling pressures of her company’s expansion, and a growing attraction to Ethan that she can't ignore, Lila must confront the walls she's spent years constructing. Can she continue to hide behind her armor, or will she allow herself to be seen for the first time in years? Unlikely Orders is a gripping exploration of power, ambition, and the hidden cost of success. As Lila struggles with the balance between maintaining control and discovering trust, she must decide if she can let someone into her life without losing everything she’s worked for—or if love and vulnerability are luxuries she can no longer afford.

They met in the darkness. Brandon a mortal. Ezekiel a Shifter. Pain and loneliness brought them crashing into one another. Their meeting will be the first dominoes in an epic saga that branches through not only time, but blood as well. Broken Bonds will come too light. A new Bond will form in the stillness of the night. And trapped beneath the cogs of fate will be Brandon and Ezekiel. Two beings that were never supposed to meet. Brandon is lost in misery....running from shadows. Ezekiel is intrigued by Brandon's darkness...and his sorrowful beauty....but are they destined to be? Will the shadows at Brandon's heels become real and tear them apart before they ever get the chance to try?

Heaven, hell, and the world themselves have forgotten a prominent figure that once stood at the pinnacle. Alas, the said figure himself forgot who he was. Lyon is a young man who lived a leisurely life on earth. Not much was said except that he enjoyed such a life. However, one fateful night sent him to the world where killing is not a sin, alchemy is a thing, and magic cultivation is not imaginary. Immediately after being sent to this world. He is met with a beautiful woman who rumbled the earth and cracked the very firmament under the mortals' eyes. Selena is her name. She claimed to be his wife, the first one of three. However, their meetings didn't last long due to circumstances that he has yet understood. With one wedding ring on his finger that contained half of his past power, he sets forth to find Cecile, the woman whom Selena said is a queen in Blue Continent, the other wife that he adored then. But, he lacked focus at times, and combined with his whimsical nature, he often finds himself, in unusual situations. His smirk and lazy demeanor brought nothing but trouble for himself and the others around him. His relentless nature of stealing, his rebellious adolescence year, and the capability to smile by the teeth of a gnawing dragon brought his charm to a height that fairies once forget. Though his perverted nature often gets them to scurry away almost immediately, those that stayed long enough to know him better, know the redeeming qualities of Lyon Torga as a whole. Regardless! His arrival in this world has rotated an old cog of fate that those old monsters and old kings in the ages of the ancients, would have never guessed to be working again.

In a galaxy where fame transcends planets, Kieran Lux, the most adored singer in the galaxy, lives a life of luxury, constantly under the spotlight. But behind the glamorous façade lies a man drowning in loneliness, suffocated by expectations and corporate control. Enter Arden Vale, a reclusive ex-soldier with a mysterious past who works as a bodyguard on the fringes of society. When Kieran's life is threatened during a high-profile concert on a distant planet, Arden is hired to be his personal protector. The two clash at first—Kieran sees Arden as just another cog in the machine controlling his life, while Arden is unimpressed by the spoiled superstar. As they are forced to navigate dangerous political intrigue, hidden interstellar conspiracies, and the relentless media, they find unexpected solace in each other. Kieran discovers the freedom he’s always craved in Arden’s raw authenticity, while Arden begins to heal from his war scars through Kieran’s kindness and passion for music. But as secrets unravel—Arden’s dark past and Kieran’s ties to a corrupt entertainment syndicate—they must decide if their bond is strong enough to withstand the chaos. Will they break free from the chains of their pasts and find love beyond the spotlight, or will their struggles tear them apart?

Selkies have been a pain to the people of the Ufera Syndicate for generations, with their numbers barely lowering each year. More and more undiscovered land is being gain through the major war efforts against these seal-humans. But a man, who’s just a small cog in the machine called life, won’t live to see the fruit from his efforts. Despite the death of his family and a desire to avenge them, no matter how hard he tried, he will end up dead because of his unfortunate circumstance. With his arms blown off and his will to live fading, he inches closer to death’s door with every passing second.. (Just as a snake would forever try to eat its tail.. we will forever seek growth, success and power) (Transferring Kubera’s Soul) Saved at the brink of death, he’s transmigrated into a whole new galaxy known as the milky way, in a planet called, Earth.. —- My first time writing a novel and definitely won’t be the last either! Check out my other novel(s)

The world Jenna once knew was gone, replaced by a chaotic landscape where the undead ruled. Cities, once bustling with traffic and the constant hum of office life, now stood eerily quiet, littered with abandoned cars and half-eaten remains. Skyscrapers loomed over crumbling streets, their windows shattered like jagged teeth in the skyline. Before the apocalypse, Jenna was just another cog in the corporate machine—26 years old, an office worker who blended into the beige walls of her cubicle. She was sharp-witted, sarcastic, and always found a way to inject humour into the soul-crushing monotony of her daily grind. Her dark brown hair was constantly tied in a lazy bun, and her wardrobe consisted of the same three cardigans rotated in and out of existence. She had dreams, sure, but none of them involved surviving a zombie apocalypse, let alone doing it with newly discovered spatial powers. Now, as a newly minted zombie with a strange ability to store objects in a personal pocket dimension, Jenna found herself navigating a ruined world with the same dry humour that once got her through endless office meetings. Only now, she was hoarding supplies instead of spreadsheets—and doing it in style. --- A/N The MC is dumb as f*ck so, if your looking for smart and strong MC. This story is not for you.

When Ava Collins, a hardworking woman from a struggling family, is faced with her mother’s life-or-death medical bills, she’s willing to do anything to save her—even make a deal with the devil. That devil comes in the form of James Lawson, a ruthless CEO with a longstanding grudge against her new boss, billionaire CEO Ethan Gray. Desperate, Ava accepts James’s offer to spy on Ethan, agreeing to trade her integrity for her mother’s health. Ethan Gray is no stranger to betrayal. Raised in a world of power plays and cutthroat competition, he’s built walls that few can penetrate. As his new assistant, Ava is just another cog in his company—until she starts breaking through his defenses, revealing glimpses of the warmth he’s tried to bury. But as trust grows between them, Ava is haunted by her secret mission and the consequences of her choices. When Ethan uncovers her betrayal, the fallout is devastating. Cast out and wracked with guilt, Ava loses everything. But when a deeper threat against Ethan’s empire surfaces, Ava makes a bold move to right her wrongs, knowing it might be her last chance to earn his forgiveness—or risk everything to save him.

His fate was predetermined: fight, defend, and perish with the stars, a mere cog in the great machinery of creation. But something within him resisted this cruel fate. A seed of defiance sprouted in his heart, whispering of freedom. He sought a way to transcend the cosmic chains—to escape, to defy destiny, to seize freedom at any cost. As a mortal, he felt the agony of watching his loved ones wither and die, powerless to stop the decay of time. He wept for children, lovers, friends. As an emperor, he conquered kingdoms and wielded unimaginable power, only to be betrayed by those he trusted most, dragged from his throne, and executed in shame. As a beggar, he wandered the streets, starving and shivering under the cold gaze of uncaring gods. As a villain, he became the monster in stories told to frighten children—burning cities, drowning nations in blood, only to be hunted and killed by the heroes of those same tales. As a saint, he gave everything—his wealth, his strength, his life—to others, only to discover that gratitude was fleeting and the world did not remember the sacrifices of the righteous. But, Every failure, every death, every betrayal—they were nothing but steps on a long, infinite path. And the path had only one direction: up, through the layers of existence, through the fabric of reality itself. No prison could contain him. No curse could hold him. His heart whispered one thing to him, a truth carved into his soul:Move forward. Always forward. Because he was Li Shenrong—the Lord of the Celestial Throne.

Death, a being who since time immemorial was considered to be a mere cog for the world to run. And Iris, a young girl who had just lost everything she loved due to the entanglement of fate. When the two collide, something changes within them unbeknownst to themselves.

Something in our universe was broken, causing one nameless man to be caught up in the cogs. Transferred somehow to a strange new world, he learns he has lost his memory of the most important details of his life and our world. Given the name Lukazio, he takes his first steps onto the paths of power as he competes in an arena unlike any other. Teleported into the bodies of others each time, he is made to fight in other strange (and sometimes familiar) worlds. Discovering the hidden potentials buried deep in humanity, Lukazio battles his way through his competition, seeking the greatest prize of all: an opportunity to meet the lone deity of this universe and ask for a way back home. But why has the God of his new universe, Tel’Amirin, been collecting such unique creatures and forcing them to fight in exotic locales and under extreme conditions? To what end does the Immortal Colloseum serve. Is it simple entertainment? Then why does it seem like there are too many coincidences and patterns? And finally, why are Humans so powerless in our own universe, while Lukazio’s rises through the ranks in this new realm seem unstopable?

After getting tired of repeating the same actions over and over again, which are; to have a fight with her mother so early in the morning, talk to her backbiting bestie and cry her eyes out from night till daybreak, Annie decided to try a new life. After being betrayed by everyone she loved, Annie decided to go to the school of royalties, the college where the wealthiest of the wealthiest people resides. However, when she got entangled with the richest young prince in the school, that's when it dawned on her that she just jumped from frying pan to fire!

From one world to another, the working cogs of the afterlife have suited the souls within those worlds. Slightly beyond the sight of living people is a system of order that keeps all in check. Away from worlds of magic (as was in the previous books), here is a world as we know it. But peel back the laws that prevent the living among the dead, befall a strange way of life for one individual. In all honesty: this 132 chapter book is more the removed sections of another. This is a very broken long draft, I would actually not have this one in paper copy. But the elements of this book are basically for 'Shroud Over Their Eyes'. Welcome to my headache of untangling this multiverse.

Have you ever how the 'unique quest chains' are born, how 'mega-rare super-items' just drop out of thin air, and why every random minor character in the starting village is a hidden expert? I am the reason. I am the silently curshing ghost ofthe machine running cogs of 'secret quests', the plot-driving device of destiny, the shepherd to the millions of players that just KNOW that every stone holds a unique opportunity for loot, lore and skills. I am a sole Admin of the greatest DMMO-RPG, partialy AI and a man who holds the great responsibility overseeing the life of the game... With a slight problem though. The game was destroyed a week before it's start. Completely. So now there is no game. There are players, me and million of cheap tricks I honed in my life for the single goal of proving to all of you, that... This game definitely does exist. --- Just before you start - this is an experimental bait, to see if people are actually interested in this idea and if it is a reliable project that might support me in the future. Currently I posted on my Patreon\rure 3 chapters of it for free and a vote, this one not free, to know, if people would be interested in this idea and if it's reasonable to commit to this big project. If people would be willing to support my endeveours (and it has 3 chapters for free on my Patreon, I remind you) - I think I would continue serializing this series in the style of my fanfics, 18 chapters on my Patreon ahead of releases for free on this site. If not? Well, that this idea would be existing as a stump of a book for quite a while.

Can a mechanic survive in a world where repairs have not existed. Nick's adventure begins as he tries his all to help the world one repair at a time, whilst also providing for himself. [What this planet is lacking is good repairmen and this system will eventually crumble.......Nick you are a needed cog Inthis civilization]

Ryan never expected to be reborn to be a dragon He was tired of his life, being an outcast and a cog in the system. he was so tired of his life, but he never expected to get reincarnated as none human protagonist like all those heroes It all started with an old man's advice, a phone call to his home and a voice in his head that kept telling him things And it ended with him garnering the attention of an Unimaginable power, and now it's on his shoulder to discover the truth that was hidden in plain sight while fulfilling his responsibility as the Guardian of the multiverse What do you mean Earth has fallen!? What do you mean we were dreaming!? And what do mean I have to be a dragon!? So many questions, he will find answers to all but first, he has to survive. ****** The illustrations on the cover do not belong to me, and constructive criticism is welcomed with both hands

David Ryan Henff had chosen the codename ‘Phantom’ as a young man and had gained a reputation in the criminal underworld all across the continent and even with security agencies and prominent political figures. So much so that he was now known as ‘the phantom of Europe’ and feared by many. He had maintained a perfect cover up by being one of the most talked about playboys in the world since inheriting his late parents fortune. Appearing on magazines, attending important galas, partying till daybreak, dating the most beautiful women, being in the most intimidating circles and spending more money in mere hours than most people spent in an entire lifetime. The life he lived had covered his identity as the infamous ‘Phantom of Europe’ for the last 3 years of his active service to the Agency but things had just taken a huge downward curve. He had botched a mission in Eastern Europe due to misinformation and though he had managed to kill the mafia boss who was his actual target, it was beginning to look like his identity was completely compromised or soon to be. He was the Agency’s most important asset and best agent so making him leave Europe for America till things settled was the best and only sensible solution to the people in charge. As fate would have it, he was heading to a particular small town and to a particular university where his childhood sweetheart and close friend was also finishing up with her degree program. He was about to disrupt Miss Sofia Quil's life forever. He didn’t know it yet, but he was about to break the Agency’s biggest rule, NEVER FALL IN LOVE.

In a land corrupted by the undead, a group of four humans venture out into the unknown. The world is dangerous, tales darker than the night sky lurk here. Yet, they carry the fire to extinguish the night, and bring daybreak back to this mystical land.

"You have to find someone who truly loves you by midnight on December 24th or you'll be a bird for life!" When her mother told her that Delilah could only stand there staring at her in disbelief. —Every day from now on you will change into a bird at 6 pm and only return to human form at daybreak, my child! When her mother told her this, the young woman did not know whether to ask her father to hospitalize her mother or to laugh. At 6 pm, she discovered that her mother did not need to be hospitalized. Because she was a bluebird. What madness! Translation from google translator.

Book 1 of the Daybreak Saga. In the land of Nippon, twins Kira and Saya find their lives spiraling out of control after a near-fatal encounter with a monster. They must uncover the secrets of their family and their powers as they try to protect themselves and their loved ones from threats both mortal and immortal that seek to use or destroy them for their powers.

Felix was just another grunt filling in a cog of the machine never had good luck never had wealth and then his luck ran out, he's no hero no villain but he's not going to lose this time. A.N. first book and eager to learn how to make a entertaining novel please enjoy.