Holding Back The River

A-list actress Zhou Zizhi suffers an accident, leaving her in a coma for four years. When she wakes up, she’s labeled as a washed-up star. Meanwhile, her ex-boyfriend He Yueming, who once struggled as a background actor, has risen to become a popular superstar, constantly surrounded by scandals. Paparazzi even catch him entering and leaving a hotel with a mysterious woman. Although the photos are blurry, Zhou Zizhi immediately recognizes the woman as her best friend, An Yiru. Time has changed everything. Zhou Zizhi coldly watches the pair of betrayers and wonders how long their “happily ever after” will last. She plans to quietly live her own life, but things take an unexpected turn when she runs into Yu Ze, the CEO of Lianshen Corporation, the investor for the movie Crossroads in which she stars. From that moment, everything spirals out of her control.

[Congratulations, you now have a system.] [Deploying Starter Pack.] [Two Perks Received.] "I can level up and I am probably the only one?" "Boy, sign me up! Who expected this kind of miracle in 2025?" Frizz, your average convenience store clerk, suddenly has a system. He is neither a genius nor a prodigy, but that won't stop him. He will still work hard, for the sake of leveling up. However, there are no monsters, no gates, no fantastical beings, and lastly no mystical equipment. It's just Frizz in his boring mundane reality and a system. To make things worse, He slowly realized that his system isn't all that benevolent. It makes one think, is Frizz using the System or is the System using Frizz?

In a dystopian future where Vampires emerged from the shadows in order to stop humanity from becoming extinct, a young woman with a dark past meets a charismatic stranger. As time goes by Private Love Aikawa of military unit 4-7, finds that she may not be as human as she first thought, and that humanity may not be the side that she should be fighting for. Battling rogue vampires, mutated creatures and her own past, Love works to unravel the mysteries behind the secretive Helsing unit. This novel starts intentionally slow through the exposition, everything kicks into gear in the latter half so hope you stick with it and enjoy the ride. I also added some song recommendations along the way to listen to whilst you read certain chapters, I hope this helps boost the experience. Please comment and vote for your favourite characters along the way :)

After dying in 2030, Adam wakes up in 1990 America with a mysterious smartphone connected to a future version of ChatGPT, complete with a personality and unparalleled capabilities. Armed with advanced knowledge and the AI's guidance, Adam seizes the chance to revolutionize the tech industry. He builds groundbreaking websites like PulseSearch, creates revolutionary gaming platforms such as PulsePlay, and pens bestselling novels and blockbuster films. Balancing his knowledge of future trends with innovative strategies, Adam reshapes industries and amasses wealth and influence. However, as his empire grows, so do the challenges—from competitors and skeptics to the weight of knowing the future. His journey is one of ambition, creativity, and the transformative power of ideas, all driven by a secret only he and his AI share.

"She Strikes Back" is a gripping tale of resilience, self-discovery, and empowerment. Sophia Reeves, a young woman trapped in a controlling relationship with powerful billionaire Marcus Blackwood, finds her world shattered when he unexpectedly proposes to end their five-year relationship. Devastated and lost, Sophia must confront the harsh reality of her diminished sense of self-worth and the years she spent molding herself to fit Marcus's expectations. As she struggles to rebuild her life, Sophia rediscovers her passion for journalism and her own latent talents. With the support of her loyal friend Zoe and a chance encounter with her old mentor, James Chen, Sophia begins to uncover a web of corruption surrounding Marcus's business empire. Determined to expose the truth and reclaim her identity, she embarks on a dangerous investigation that puts her directly in Marcus's crosshairs. Along the way, Sophia faces numerous obstacles, including Marcus's attempts to discredit and intimidate her. She also navigates complex emotions as she encounters Ethan Ryder, an FBI agent investigating Marcus, who becomes both an ally and a potential love interest. As Sophia delves deeper into the case, she must confront her own past mistakes and the temptation to seek revenge. The story culminates in a high-stakes confrontation where Sophia's newfound strength and intelligence are put to the ultimate test. She must choose between vengeance and taking the high road, all while exposing the truth and securing her own future. "She Strikes Back" is a powerful narrative about breaking free from toxic relationships, facing one's fears, and emerging stronger on the other side. It explores themes of personal growth, the courage to stand up against powerful adversaries, and the transformative power of self-belief. Sophia's journey from a controlled "accessory" to a confident, successful woman serves as an inspiring testament to the indomitable human spirit and the ability to rise from the ashes of one's past.

Fresh out of High school, Alex Baker is thrust into the real world when He finds a mysterious basket on his patio. With this fragile heart in the palm of his hands, will he succumb to the pressure, or will he stand tall?

Shattered by betrayal, Kia's heart is pieced back together by an unlikely savior - a man from a world beneath her own. Their love defies societal boundaries, but duty demands she let him go. Will Kia choose love's rebellion or submit to the weight of her responsibilities?

The Darkness We Hold Corinth’s greatest king will not bow—not to gods, not to kings, and certainly not to death itself. Sisyphus has always yearned for more. More power. More control. More life. A master of manipulation and cunning, he rules Corinth with brilliance, weaving schemes that leave both mortals and gods in awe—and fear. But his greatest ambition is yet to come: to unravel the chains of mortality itself. In a world where death is inevitable and the gods reign supreme, Sisyphus dares to challenge the unchallengeable. Defying fate, mocking prophecy, and daring to steal the secrets of eternity, he risks everything to outwit the very forces that govern life and death. How far can ambition take a man when the gods are watching—and what darkness will he uncover in his quest to overcome his own end?

After an accidental space warp, Xenos finds himself in a place known as the True Universe—a vast cosmos filled with countless races, yet devoid of humans. Longing for Earth and a home he can no longer reach, Xenos trains tirelessly for billions of years, eventually reaching the pinnacle of what the universe can offer. During his relentless cultivation, he uncovers conspiracies, hidden truths, and the devastating reason why the human race is absent among the many races of the True Universe. The weight of this knowledge pushes Xenos to the brink of despair. Refusing to give up, he resolves to take matters into his own hands to rewrite fate itself. However, the ruling powers of the True Universe catch wind of his intentions and launch a brutal attack. Though wounded, Xenos narrowly escapes. After an arduous journey, he finally returns to Earth—only to discover his home universe has been destroyed. Overwhelmed by grief and anger, Xenos uses his knowledge to travel back in time to January 1, 3038. Now in the past, Xenos must act carefully. Using his Paragon-level cultivation risks alerting other Paragon beings, so he remains in the shadows, guiding humanity from behind the scenes. His mission? To lead the human race on a perilous journey through the planes of existence to the True Universe, where they can reclaim their rightful place among the stars. Will Xenos succeed in his quest, or will the forces of the True Universe crush his dreams? Find out by reading his epic journey—one filled with trials, heartbreak, and the burning hope of restoring humanity’s legacy. From the Author (Comedic Edition): Let’s be real, we’ve all had that “Oh, it’s good, but I’ll bookmark it later” moment. Spoiler alert: you’ll forget. Just bookmark it now, save yourself the regret—and me the anxiety of wondering if you’ll ever come back! #Reincarnation, #TimeTravelAdventures, #PowerfulProtagonist #SectBuilding, #ParallelUniverses, #DifferentRealms, #MultiverseJourney, #AncientMysteries, #AncientRaces, #CosmicBattles, #FantasyWorlds.

In the midst of World War II, Caelum is a young man with extraordinary abilities, recently released from a military facility where he was subjected to experimentation. Struggling to understand his powers and find his place in a world filled with conflict, he grapples with the fear of his potential while yearning for connection and acceptance. As he navigates the complexities of a society that views him as both a threat and a curiosity, Caelum embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting the moral dilemmas of using his abilities for good in a time when humanity is tested by war. His quest for identity and purpose becomes a beacon of hope as he seeks to reconcile his kind-hearted nature with the harsh realities surrounding him. Hello, Author Here, This is my first book or should I say my first committed book. If you have any critiques about the plots, characterization, worldbuilding, especially the character names, organization names, please feel free to comment. I'm writing this for the fun of it and I'd like to know where my creativity takes me. Feel free to also suggest relevant ideas so maybe I'll incorporate it into the story. Disclaimer: This story is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, organizations, events, or locations is purely coincidental. The characters, situations, and events depicted in this narrative are products of the author's imagination and should not be interpreted as representing any real individuals, groups, or historical events. This work does not intend to reflect or endorse any particular race, ethnicity, religion, or ideology, and is not meant to convey any political or social commentary. All views and interpretations presented are fictional and should not be construed as factual. What to expect: -More overpowered anomalies -Anomalous humans(basically humans with superpowers) -Anomalous Beasts and monsters -Action-Packed -Slow burn pace I guess? -I also like to know what's gonna pop in my head for the next chapter and beyond, but I have a clear goal of what's the story gonna be.

What will you do if one day, the "Moon" comes falling down? A new world lying before your very eyes? Mystics that are thought to be fantasy. A figure from a story, a legend, and myths. Where is this red thread of fate exactly leading us to? Sorasaki Hikari, a "Normal" boy whose life was completely changed by one life and death encounter.

"A fleeting dream, a golden age restored, A youthful heart, once weary and bored. Autumn's embrace, a nostalgic sigh, A glimpse of past, beneath the fading sky." Thrown back thirteen years into the past, Cheng Xing finds himself in the heart of autumn. Yearning to rectify the mistakes of his youth, he embarks on a journey to rekindle a lost connection and reclaim the time that slipped through his fingers. As he navigates the familiar landscape of his teenage years, he soon discovers that the past is not easy to rewrite.

Senyuman merupakan hal yang paling indah didunia ini Namun, sebuah senyuman dapat menimbulkan hal-hal yang berbahaya, selain membuat orang lain bahagia Begitu halnya dengan seorang gadis yang memiliki senyuman nan indah dan manis, harus menahan dan mengontrol emosinya selama 14 tahun Ia dikutuk, dengan senyuman yang mematikan, yaitu apabila orang orang melihatnya tersenyum, tepat ke manik matanya, maka orang tersebut akan mengalami kesialan yang berujung ajal menjemputnya Selama 10 tahun, ia menahan dirinya agar tidak tersenyum, bahkan menggunakan masker, untuk menutupi senyumannya Dan setelah 10 tahun yang panjang itu, penantiannya telah berakhir Di usia ke 11 tahun, sindromnya mulai menghilang, ia mulai membuka maskernya, dan semua kembali menjadi normal Kini, ia beranjak 16 tahun, dan apa yang dulu sempat menghilang, sekarang kembali menemuinya lagi Mampukah Keiysy menghadapinya ? Relakah ia harus melihat orang orang tercintanya celaka karenanya ? Cari tahu kelanjutannya dalam Smile 4 M3 karya NK.Auburn 《Slow-Update》

Is weiyue death really just a coincidence? Weiyue, an woman who is favor by many. A innocent girl who unseemly not know what her parents work is. unexpectedly died from cardiac arrest, wanting to vent her unsettling soul to someone who killed her when it was supposedly an accidental death only. Could it be someone really tried killing this innocent girl? xiaxia, an regressor possess the weiyue body seems to be suspicious of weiyue's death so she tried finding out the truth but without knowing the consequences. xiaxia face the great threat all her life. although xiaxia asked weiyue spirit "do you remember who you are?" that made weiyue furious at xiaxia and said "dont mind my past! find out the killer who killed me immediately".

At first, it was just that down jackets were sold out, water pipes burst due to freezing, and power was rationed throughout the city. Then, the workers who went to repair the damage died due to hypothermia, and the medical system collapsed. The cold current swept across the globe, and even the countries at the center of the equator were not spared... In just one month, the temperature plummeted by 100 degrees! The entire city turned into an ice sculpture. Before the trees could shed their leaves, they were frozen into powder. Rivers and oceans all over the world were frozen, and not a single drop of water could be found on the surface! If it were a zombie apocalypse, humans could still fight, but in the face of nature, what should humans do? This is not a movie! It's real... The extremely cold doomsday has arrived.

You all would pay back tenfold !, For the pain you have caused me !” Alex Meyer said angrily as he stormed into the room. Alex Meyer was a 24-years old chemical engineering student, who recently graduated from the university. He was sent out of his father's house by his stepmother after the death of his father. He always gets humiliated and constantly abused by his friends and family. He was considered trash who has no value then a smear to family reputation. He was at the verge of giving up on dreams and goals when his real identity was revealed to him as the only person who has the power to hide the hidden secret of his family wealth.

Everyone has their own struggle and happy moment in their lives, many fell to their own temptation to end their life in their journey to reach their end goal. From zero to infinity, from infinity to zero, the countless choice in this life is nothing but a way to reach a happy and fulfilling ending. However, that very choice, is also a death trap to reach an early end. “I have no regret if I could be with you, as long as you’re by my side, as long as you keep holding my hand, I do not regret anything…” The story of one man wanting to stay together with the one he loved is about to start. “You and I, we will always be together. Even if you die… I will follow you soon, with this knife in my hand, we will always be together. Without regret, without pain, with only love, I will be with you… Even in death.” The devotion of a woman to stay with her loved one is about to begin. -------------------- Cover Image is not mine. If you're the creator and want me to remove it, please tell me and I'll remove it. be it comment or review. leave some message, thank you.

Lyra's dreams were painted in shades of turquoise and emerald, the colors of the river that held her heart captive. In those dreams, she saw him again – the boy with warm brown eyes, the boy who had promised to return. He was a whisper in the wind, a phantom in her memories, a dream she clung to with a fierce hope. But as the years passed, the line between reality and dream blurred, leaving her wondering if the river's promise was just a beautiful illusion. I hope you like it (:

"Don't you want to be a S-Lister actor anymore?" "If I can't be one just because I'm in love with someone, then maybe I am not meant to be an actor." Jiang Yuchen (江宇辰) is a B-List actor aiming to be a S-Lister in China. While doing a variety show in the Philippines for finding hidden gems, he met Aliyah Pearl Mercado, a Filipina nurse running her own café who is also his fan. 1 year later, they meet again in the same variety show. What would you do if you find yourself falling for each other? From being a fan and an idol, to being co-workers, to being friends, and to falling for each other. SHOCKS! WHAT A JOURNEY! "Thank you for loving me like it's breathing." English Title: Starlight Shines Across the River and Sky Filipino Title: Liwanag ng mga Bituin, Tumatawid sa Ilog at Langit Chinese Title: 星光闪耀，横跨江天 PS. Light-hearted

Let's say your entire life you've been hurt beyond recognition with abusive parents bullies and a crap ton of mental issues How are you supposed to deal with that when a completely new person gets introduced into your life and because of it you now have to figure out how to make your life normal again since you've been thrown into the supernatural world with no warning

A shy, innocent high school girl falls in love with a dangerous, brooding stranger after an "unusual" first meeting. She is naive and soft-spoken but unexpectedly stubborn and determined. He is cold and calculative but surprisingly kind and caring. She is looking for someone who would love her and make her feel wanted. He is way past all the love nonsense and is only interested in his needs. She is hesitant but hopeful for a better, brighter future, despite everything she had to experience. He had long lost his purpose in life and is living one day at a time with nothing to lose and nothing to look forward to. But they are both lonely, hurting and trying to ease their pain. They came into each other's life through unusual circumstances, but can they stay together through the turbulent times and accept each other for who they truly are?

A young woman is transported back to the year 614 where she meets Samo, a calm and handsome knight pretending to be a merchant in order to defeat his kings' enemies.

"Shhhh," he cut me off, his palms spreading on the revealed skin of my abdomen. His index fingers made their way into the waistband of my sweatpants as he pressed his front closer to my behind. "Don't shush m-" I tried to argue. "I said so," he stated, his tone going deeper as his hand went lower, this time to the waistband of my panties. I couldn't control my breathing anymore, more so as his teeth lightly grazed my neck. "So you better obey." ^^^^^^^ They say "A night in Vegas can change your life." Rachel didn't think this saying would apply to her. Well that was until she opened the door of her hotel room after a crazy night out. As a marriage certificate is shoved in her face, she notices a glistening diamond on her ring finger. The piece of paper turns out to be legit as stated by the lawyer who presented it. What's more shocking is that her said husband is Lorenzo Caden Peters, one of the best actors in the world and soon to be CEO of the biggest textile company around the globe. How would their life turn out?

In the enchanting town of Eldergrove, nestled between the ancient Whispering Woods and the mystical Lake Seraphine, seventeen-year-old Ayla Harper finds herself at a crossroads in life. Haunted by the stories of her grandmother, who wove tales of love, loss, and magic by the lakeside, Ayla feels an unshakeable pull to uncover the secrets of her family's past. When a chance encounter with a mysterious fox leads her to a hidden grove, Ayla discovers a weathered box containing cherished heirlooms and her grandmother's journal. The journal reveals stories of their ancestors and the powerful connection they shared with the lake, igniting a fire within Ayla to embark on a journey of self-discovery. As she delves deeper into the lake's mysteries, she learns of a long-lost family legacy intertwined with the very waters that have shaped her life. Emboldened by newfound courage, Ayla explores the depths of Lake Seraphine, where she encounters echoes of the past and faces challenges that test her resolve. Along the way, she forms unexpected friendships and uncovers hidden truths about herself, her family, and the magic of the natural world. As Ayla navigates the complexities of her heritage, she must confront the shadows of the past and embrace her destiny. With the guidance of the fox and the whispers of the lake, she learns that the journey to uncovering the truth is not just about the stories of those who came before her, but also about discovering her own voice and place in the world. "Rivers and Lakes" is a coming-of-age tale filled with magic, adventure, and the enduring power of family ties. It explores themes of identity, connection to nature, and the importance of honoring one's heritage, inviting readers to join Ayla as she embarks on a transformative journey that will change her life forever.

A police officer named Jeff is tired of his boring life. But soon he gets a chance to 'enjoy' his life as the duty of guarding a mysterious criminal is on him. On the top of that a senior officer is determined to inquire the criminal and even bending the rules of the department for it. What past did the two have? The urge to find the answer is what Jeff driven about.

Tia yang kehilangan seseorang secara tiba-tiba. Tanpa kata tanpa ucap. Membuatkan Tia tertanya-tanya. Kemana dia pergi? Beberapa tahun berlalu. Akhirnya dia muncul kembali dengan perwatakan yang agak berbeza. Tia mula berasa hairan dengan sikapnya. Dia berusaha untuk mendekatinya semula. Tapi sikap barunya yang pura-pura bersahaja membuatkan Tia tiada harapan. Seolah-olah perkara yang lepas tak pernah berlaku antara mereka. Mereka yang berubah sikap dengan sebab yang tertentu. semuanya berlaku hanya di bulan febuari. Bolehkah kita kembali ke febuari yang lalu?

Isang pangyayari ang hindi inaasahan ni Louisse Venice. Nang dahil lang sa pagnanasa na kaniyang nararamdaman, nagawa niya ang mga bagay na hindi niya kayang isipin. Para sa kaniya, napakamakapangyarihan ang makamundong damdamin kung kaya't nagawa niya iyon sa isang lalaking pinagseserbisyuhan niya. Nang nangyari iyon ay agad siyang bumalik sa ulirat at taas baba ang dibdib dahil sa galit ang naramdaman niya sa lalaking ito na si Evan Torres. Akala niya ay maiiwasan niya ang lalaking ito ngunit hindi niya inaasahan na, sa isang araw ay magiging kapatid niya pala ito. Ano kaya ang mangyayari sa kanilang dalawa? Mag-iiwasan ba sila? o ipapagtuloy ang naudlot ng init ng gabi para sa kanila dahil simula palang sa una ang kanilang mga haplos sa isa't isa ay pagmamay-ari na nila. #adultfiction #adultromance #bedscene #bedwetting #erotic #eroticastories #eroticromance #hot #hotguys #kiss #obsession #obsessive #possession #possessive #r18 #r19 #sexscenes #smutwarning #steamy #stepbrother #stepsiblings #stepsister