Synonym Uneasiness

She was born to destroy her. But the curse begins with a kiss. Alina Thorne is a witch-hunter sworn to the sacred order of the Flamebound. Trained to kill with steel and silence her heart, she lives by one rule: never trust a witch. Especially not her. Selene Vireya is the last blood heir of a forbidden coven, cursed with ancient magic that burns brighter with every emotion she buries—and every life she takes. Her name is whispered with fear. Her future is written in blood. When fate traps them in a cursed forest where time warps and spirits whisper, Alina and Selene are forced into an uneasy alliance to survive. But the deeper they go into the woods, the deeper their connection grows—and so does the prophecy that binds them. A witch-hunter destined to slay. A witch fated to love. As ancient magic stirs and secrets unravel, their hatred turns to fire, and one forbidden kiss might doom—or save—the world.

In a fragmented nation torn apart by political strife, the world spirals into chaos after the escape of a sealed ancient entity—an embodiment of evil that once threatened to consume all existence. The Government and the Rebellion, long-time enemies locked in civil war, are forced into an uneasy alliance as this malevolent force wages war on all creation, even overpowering the twin gods of Light and Darkness. In a final stand, humanity fails to overcome the darkness. As hope fades, a dying youth is granted a miracle—an audience with the Nameless One, an omnipotent being beyond the grasp of gods. Gifted with ultimate power, the boy rises and vanquishes the ancient evil, only to awaken his own dark persona, born from grief, rage, and countless deaths. With a single motion, he annihilates entire armies. Mankind faces extinction yet again—this time from their own savior. But just before all is lost, humanity unites to cast out his corrupted self. In the aftermath, the Nameless One reappears, wiping away the remnants of chaos: the ancient energy, the monstrous beings, and even the memories of the bloodshed. All except one memory—faint and elusive—lingers in the mind of the boy who once bore the weight of the world. As life returns to normal, a strange beast appears before him, vanishes, and leaves behind only questions. When even gods fall to evil, how will humanity survive? By uniting as one—or destroying itself from within?

EXCERPT: “How did you get past the guards and track me to my private residence?” Lucien asked Meret. “A magician never reveals her secrets.” “You’re not a magician. You’re a thief.” “That’s a bit rude.” She raised a brow. “I’m sure there are friendlier synonyms. Like…‘unauthorized relocation specialist’?” “Thief.” he repeated, deadpan. ****************** She stole from him but He doesn’t want the art back… he wants her. ~~ Meret Quinn is a professional thief, known for vanishing without a trace and never leaving behind more than a calling card that nobody has ever managed to trace. She steals high-value artifacts for the thrill, not the money. Trust is a weakness to her and love is a liability she left behind a long time ago. But her latest job puts her on the radar of Lucien Moretti, a mafia billionaire with a taste for control and a reputation for never letting anyone get away with crossing him. He was supposed to make her disappear. Instead, he took something she actually cared about — her dog, Cray Cray. A secret no one was ever supposed to know. Now, if she wants him back, she has to play his game. One house. One lie. One string of impossible missions designed to flush out his enemies. And one condition she never expected: she has to pose as his fiancée until the job is done. She hates every second. He enjoys every minute. But pretending to be wanted by a man like him starts to blur lines — especially when he whispers things in her ear… and means them. Neither of them is used to losing. But obsession doesn’t play fair. CONTENT WARNING: This story is strongly 18+. It delves into dark romance themes such as obsession, control, lust, and manipulation, with morally complex characters navigating dangerous desires. While this is a love story, reader discretion is advised.

In a city where magic hides in plain sight, one snarky fox spirit ends up soul-bound to the last dragon on Earth. Kane is a spirit investigator with a sharp tongue and a knack for surviving—barely. After a near-death encounter with a rogue monster, he’s rescued by a broody black dragon masquerading as a billionaire tech CEO. Unfortunately for him (and even more unfortunately for the dragon), fox karmic laws demands Kane repay the debt with with his life. Neither of them are happy about it. With constant bickering, magical mishaps, and a growing supernatural mystery threatening the city, the two are forced into an uneasy partnership.

They moved to a quiet town hoping for a fresh start. But something feels… off. The neighbors watch too closely. The children don’t laugh. And your wife, she’s been acting strangel around them. You want to believe it’s nothing, but deep down you know something isn’t right. What’s really happening behind him? A slow-burning tale of suspicion, tension, and uneasy truths.

Arsh: The King, of a fallen world After a century of uneasy peace, the ancient balance between the human realm and the Netherworld begins to collapse. At the heart of this collapse lies a forbidden truth: the world is a shared realm between two ancient rulers—one human, one demonic—both born from the same cosmic essence. These two lords, one rising in the form of Arsh, a tactician king enhanced by AI and human resilience, and the other awakening through Rose, his half-demon sister and the chosen vessel of the Demon Lord, are fated to determine the future of both worlds. With humanity caught in fear and politics, and the demon world uniting under chaotic sin-commanders like Greed and Gluttony, the final war is not just about survival—but about deciding which reality deserves to exist. "Author's notes" "I Strongly suggest this story, if you like Demon Slayer, and JJk, and you also feels that there is a cool MC missing in these stories, So please read and enjoy this story." Thank you My Public Email: vijayk67702@gmail.com

WARNING: DARK AND MATURE CONTENT. Readers discretion advised. Serena Alaric wanted nothing more than a quiet life, far from the shadows of her family’s dark past. But when masked enforcers storm her home and drag her into the clutches of the Council of Vitae, she learns her blood is the key to a deadly legacy she never asked for. Lucian Draven is the cold and ruthless leader of a powerful mafia syndicate, cursed to endure unimaginable pain. The Council claims Serena is his only salvation. Yet beneath the Council’s polished facade lies a web of lies, experiments, and betrayal that runs far deeper than either of them imagined. Forced into an uneasy alliance and given a time limit to produce an heir, Serena and Lucian must navigate a treacherous world of power and manipulation, where trust is a rare commodity. As they uncover the truth about the Council’s sinister plans, their hatred begins to give way to something unexpected—a bond forged in fire and blood. But with enemies closing in from all sides and time running out, Serena and Lucian must decide: will they fight their fates, or embrace the dangerous connection that could either save them, or destroy them both?

Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and narcissistic——- Cut! Cut! Cut! Take two, and do it over. Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and wisest immortal in the realm of peace and harmony. Her two fathers doted on her, and she had a generous supply of resources and pills. Her life was perfect. However, her perfect life came to an abrupt end when Luo Huian, an immortal whose responsibility was to bring peace to those who had reached their ends and had run out of faith—— Watched a man jump down a building. Because of her inflexible beliefs and sense of justice, she did not save the bully. Unfortunately, that man was the son of the heavens. The loss of his life brought infinite trouble in Luo Huian’s life and she was punished by the heavens. She was sent to the world of humans where she had to rescue at least five hundred people by saving their lives when they were at the end of their wits. For an immortal this was an easy job, right? Wrong. Her grandmother sent Luo Huian to a world where Gloom Rocks had wrecked chaos. Beasts and monsters were given birth to by the Gloom Rocks that sucked every ounce of happiness from humans. This world was dominated by hunters who could kill the beasts with the powers that they had awakened. And in this cutthroat world, Luo Huian got the short end of the stick. She woke up in the body of an F-class hunter! Dang it. If that wasn’t worse enough, the previous owner had confessed to her cousin-in-law and was kicked out of the family. Double frog in the hot crock. With not a single penny in her pocket Luo Huian goes out to complete her mission. But what would happen when Luo Huian who was an F-class hunter annihilated the Z-class Glooms and Hollows that even the S-class hunters could not? Watch her fend against the dangers and at the same time save the lives of people. But in this small mission, there is a small obstruction —— The three alluring temptations. *********** Resisting the temptation take 1: “MMPH,” Luo Huian pushed against the mer who had pushed her down on the bed while sitting on her waist. “Get off.” “I can’t,” answered Qi Yongrui as he took off his shirt. “Daddy Shun said that he is envious of Uncle Wang. He also wants to hold a grandchild. So, wife let's work hard tonight alright?” Luo Huian: Dear Heavens save me, I am a woman of no desire! **** Resisting the temptation take 2: “Do you think he is good looking?” Fan Meilin questioned the woman who stood next to him. Even though he was the one who won the race and the trophy, his wife was looking at the other mer. “Well yes,” Luo Huian, who was an appreciator of beauty, agreed at once. “Why are you asking this though?” Fan Meilin’s eyes flashed as he smiled at her and leaned in closer to her body as he whispered in her ear, “He might be good looking but I am a better driver. Not only on the track but also in bed, do you want to try darling?” Luo Huian: Resist the temptation! At all costs! I am an iron-hearted woman. ***** Resisting the temptation take 3: “Is this necessary?” Luo Huian questioned as she sat on the couch, watching the mer trace his fingers on her curves while she sat in nothing but modern swimwear. The mer nodded as he wrote on his small notepad, “I need to trace every inch of your skin to create my finest creation, so don’t move.” After he finished writing, he handed the notepad to Luo Huian, his fingers brushing against the curve of her bosom, waist and ——— Luo Huian: My virtue is at extreme risk! ** Fl who is trying to do everything to save her virtue from being taken as it would slow down her cultivation X Mls who are trying their best to snatch it from her. *********** Trigger warning: though the book is set in a comedic setting, there might be some uneasy topics that would discuss depression and loneliness. ***********

They were sworn enemies, one born of moonlight, the other crowned in fire. Eirian, heir to the Moon Court and commander of the elven resistance has spent years clashing blades with the Demon King, who seeks to conquer his people. Kael, the feared ruler of the underworld, calls him a thorn. But when the world begins to fall apart, they are forced into an uneasy alliance. As they fight to survive, hatred gives way to something far more dangerous. Kael was never meant to care. Eirian was never meant to stay. So why does it feel like they belong to each other?

After being betrayed and killed by his own brother, 17-year-old orphan Elias Black is given a second chance—by a mysterious, demonic entity. Reborn with the “Devil’s System,” he must now collect souls, gain abilities, and exact revenge on those who ruined him. But each power comes with a cost—and the devil never makes a deal without expecting something in return. As Elias grows stronger, unlocking deadly skills and forming uneasy alliances, he faces an even darker truth: his rebirth is part of a much bigger, bloodier plan.

Luna Lethal, a name synonymous with fear and power, ruled both the underworld and the elite circles of society. Orphaned young, she rose through treachery to become a master of manipulation and skill. Yet, her reign ended in betrayal—a laboratory explosion claimed her life. To the world, her death was a tragedy; to her enemies, a cause for celebration. But Luna awakens in the body of Aurora Smith, a neglected and ridiculed child despised by her adoptive family. Stripped of her former strength but not her will, Luna faces a choice: seek revenge for Aurora’s mistreatment or forge a new path. As her sharp mind and unyielding spirit transform Aurora’s life, shadows of Luna’s past resurface. Loyal followers sense her presence, while old enemies seek to destroy her again. Torn between vengeance and a fresh start, Luna must confront her identity. Is she still the Devil of the underworld, or can she find peace in a second chance at life? *****This book contains graphic violence, explicit sexual content, and mature themes that may be disturbing to some readers. It is intended for adult audiences (18+) only.****** ****Discretion is strongly advised.****

The first princess of the Cristiane Empire, Evelyn de P. la Cristiane, was a name that stirred whispers in every hall and alley of the empire—not out of admiration, but ridicule. Arrogant. Willful. Selfish. Those were the kinder words used to describe her. She shrieked at her maids for the smallest mistakes. She tore silk gowns just because she didn't like the shade. She ordered her meals to be thrown away simply because they weren’t “imperial enough.” Those who served her walked on eggshells, trembling with fear each day they woke up still assigned to the infamous Black Rose Palace. Black Rose—gilded on the outside, rotting on the inside. The palace farthest from the Imperial Heart, where warmth never reached, neither sunlight nor affection. It was where Evelyn was abandoned. The Empress had never even looked at her child. No one knew why. Throughout the empire, she was mocked and pitied. They called her "The Abandoned Princess," "The Unlucky Princess," and "The Powerless Princess." She was the object of ridicule across the empire. A royal in name only. And then one day, Evelyn tumbled down the grand staircase of her own neglected palace. A hard fall. A week-long sleep. Some thought it divine punishment, others, a mercy. But when she awoke, something was… different. The palace changed. No. Not the place. The princess. No tantrums. No smashed porcelain. No orders barked in fury. The princess who had terrorized her staff now sat quietly in her chamber, gazing out at the overgrown garden as if mourning something invisible. She sighed a lot. Didn’t speak unless spoken to—and even then, her words were slow, careful, small. She frightened her maids now, not with cruelty, but with calm. The truth was something no one could have imagined. Because the real Evelyn de P. la Cristiane was gone. In her place sat a girl with thousands of years behind her. A girl who remembered. --- She was an infinite reincarnator. Each life, each era, each world—forgotten the moment she died. Until now. The fall down the stairs had been just the right push. It shattered something open. And when Evelyn woke, she remembered everything—her countless pasts, the wars she had fought, the crowns she had worn, the magic she had wielded. --- But later, she realizes that she is actually being reincarnated into a reverse harem novel's world for thousands of years. A trashy reverse harem novel she read don't know how many years ago. A pretty setting, dramatic plots, an overly righteous heroine—and a pile of desperate male leads. Ugh. Evelyn didn’t care. Let the story play out as it wanted. Let the heroine win their hearts. Let the villains fall. She just wanted peace. Solitude. Maybe a quiet death this time. But fate, of course, laughed. --- At first, it was harmless. Soon, however, she began attracting unwanted attention. Men who were supposed to fall for the novel’s heroine began showing interest in her instead. At first, she ignored it. But as more and more of them appeared around her, even Evelyn started to feel uneasy. The heir to the Grand Duke. The captain of the Shadow Knights. The future master of the Mage Tower. The prince of a desert kingdom. A mysterious, wealthy merchant. The prince of the Elves. And it didn’t stop there. Men she didn’t even remember from the novel. Courtiers. Foreign envoys. One particularly daring priest. Even a villain character she vaguely remembered killing someone in chapter 23. They were all suddenly—unreasonably—interested. --- Evelyn: "Logically speaking, I’m the ancestor of your ancestor’s ancestor. So could you all just go away already?" She rubbed her temple, clearly irritated. Evelyn: "I’m already tired of this whole reincarnation mess. Don’t make me remember anyone’s name—I barely remember my own."

18+ Warning Mature Content During a dangerous infiltration mission, Luren is captured after attacking a noble carriage—unaware it belongs to Duke Craige Evron Seravelle, a powerful alpha and a Royal noble of Seravelle. What begins with swords drawn and accusations soon turns into uneasy understanding as both men discover truths that bind them. The duke, though born an alpha, knows little about omegas, and Luren hides his nature behind a hardened mercenary front. As Luren is forced to stay under Craige's watch, their bond grows. The bond between the Duke and Luren grew deeper with each passing day. The Duke treated him like a cherished younger brother protective, gentle, always watching over him. But for Luren, the feelings were far more complicated. What he felt wasn’t brotherly it was something darker, something he didn’t dare name. A sinful desire twisted inside him, confusing and intense. Every time he saw the Duke surrounded by beautiful women, laughing with them, touching them so casually, a sharp sting of jealousy burned in his chest. He hated it, hated how angry and possessive he felt, even though he had no right to be.

Shera, Earth's undefeated martial god, lived his life hiding behind the mask of a quiet high school dropout—until a freak lightning strike teleports him into Shambala, a fantastical realm of swords, sorcery, and political chaos. With his real strength unleashed, Shera becomes an unstoppable force—and an unwilling legend. But what starts as a solo journey turns into a chaotic web of romance, loyalty, and secrets as powerful women and men from across nations fall for his charm, kindness, and sheer overwhelming power. From princesses to assassins, queens to cursed priestesses, Shera gathers a diverse harem of Indian-named heroines—each with emotional scars and deep personal arcs. In a world ruled by guilds, nations, monsters, and gods—Shera’s name becomes synonymous with salvation. Every battle, every romantic moment, every betrayal, and every lustful encounter pushes Shera closer to a destiny none could imagine. This is not just a power fantasy. This is the greatest Isekai war epic, the ultimate romantic action-drama, and the sexiest damn saga Webnovel has ever seen.

I was slowly hearing his voice, seeing his exact location – the human realm!! But why? Why would he choose to go there instead of being with the demons like he said? We had thought he was a demon wolf since we were little and ever since then he has always hated himself. We were even lucky that he hadn't killed himself or rather hadn't been killed because it would create a greater problem for Cridwan and the whole universe with every single creature, the moon, the earth, the other planets and its people in addition. As the uneasiness inside of me grew, I began to see lots of imagery of Liam and I couldn't help but feel that I was close to him, that I would finally find him. And I could feel it, my soul was gradually leaving me – again! I closed my eyes and when I opened them back I was in front of a large mansion’s backyard, with the sky dark and the moon looking a lot smaller. I saw a woman dressed in a flare gown, and about to take her own life. She jumped down and fell into the large pool. Before I knew it, there was a thud…. Want to find out more? Tap continue to read on now… … Your lovely author here, Anita_Beauty My handles: Facebook: Anita Beauty (page) Instagram: Anita_Beauty TikTok: Anita Beauty.

Anasthasia, a 19 year old lives an uneasy life as the only daughter of a farmer. After the death of her mother she and her father work hard day after day to live and earn money. There was no time to thought of a romance or marriage. Until on the day she gets out to buy medicine for her ill older brother. Stumbling into the arms of a handsome man. A gentleman as he is she falls in love with him over time. And it seems like he feels the same. Until she knows the identity of the man. He is the prince of the kingdom she's living in and known as a womanizer. Is he serious about her? Can they get their happy ending? If you thought the story is about Anasthasia I have to dissapoint you. This story is about me. I have to watch the story of the two of them unwillingly. You ask why? I'm princess Milena and I'm the fiance of said Prince.

This is a translated Chinese novel. I am not the author, just translating for fun. Translator: Doyenro (Fan Translate) Author: Zhuang Jiang Alternative universe (AU) She can produce the most terrifying horror films and also create the most profitable commercial films; she can turn artistic films into commercial successes and turn commercial films into artistic achievements. Future critiques of Laila all say that she is synonymous with the Hollywood miracle, one of the greatest directors of all time. She even unintentionally becomes the most skilled photographer and strategist. However, she knows that all of this comes from her biggest secret, which is—she has been reborn! T/N: * The Female Lead(MC) is very patriotic to her old country, so it may be annoying to some people. * The English gets better from chapter 65, the chapters 1 - 65 will be edited soon. * The actors' or actresses' characters may be different from reality. It is just an alternate universal fictional novel. * Alternate History * Contact me if a novel of the same is officially translated so that I can stop. * Original Chinese novel completed. Check out other translated novel *Married to the Demon King, she took the throne via infrastructure. *THE LORD'S LADY FROM THE EAST

In his previous life, Seo Hae-jin was a tyrant feared across realms—a villain whose name was synonymous with extinction. But when death finally claimed him, he did not find oblivion. Instead, he awoke reborn in a decaying magical world—armed with a glitched Sovereign Devouring System, and a mark burned into his palm: the Symbol of Dominion. From the body of a forsaken human child, he began again. At his command, countless black larvae hatched—creatures no larger than an insect, yet destined to evolve into horrors that would drown entire civilizations. These bugs devour everything—flesh, mana, memory—and grow without limit. He feels no pity. No remorse. No hope for redemption. As empires crumble and heroes die screaming, a single truth spreads across the stars: The Sovereign of Devouring has returned. He is no man. No god. No monster. He is extinction itself.

He died. Then woke up somewhere worse. --- A truck hit him. That much he remembers. But when he opened his eyes, he wasn’t in heaven, hell, or a hospital. He was somewhere else. A world that looked like Earth — but twisted. Stretched. Echoing. Where the moon never sets, and the night sky hums with a sound that isn’t sound. Where people lock their doors and say nothing about what happens after dark. Where every step feels like a mistake, and every corner hides something that knows your name. He doesn’t have powers. He doesn’t even remember his name. Only a broken sword, an uneasy companion, and the sick feeling that this world doesn’t want him alive. And yet… when he fights — Something responds. The stars twitch. The sky listens. And the ground seems to remember who he used to be. This isn’t a story about leveling up. This is a story about not dying before you understand what’s going on. --- Welcome to the night. Don’t look up.

In the year 22088, Earth is a fractured shadow of its former self. World War III reshaped the continents and erased 7% of life, leaving behind devastation-and discovery. From the ruins, a mysterious figure unlocked the power to merge magic and technology, forever altering the course of humanity. Now, traditional weapons are obsolete. Instead, nations wield an army of "mages"-individuals enhanced with brain-implanted chips at the age of 18, capable of wielding devastating power. They are no longer just soldiers or weapons. They are the new nuclear arsenal, a force so potent they have become both humanity's greatest threat and its most precarious safeguard. As the world teeters on the edge of a new kind of destruction. Nations cling to an uneasy cold war, with mages standing as the only deterrent against total annihilation. But how long can this delicate balance hold before the scales tip?

In this Victorian-era world of eldritch horrors and forgotten gods, Lucien Albrecht runs a simple business—if something is cursed, godly, monstrous, or downright evil, he’ll take care of it. No questions, no morals—just results. Of course for the right amount of money. But his life takes an unwanted turn when Sella Varcosta, an elite hunter from the Black Chapel, finally tracks him down. She’s spent many hours training to kill him—until she discovers the truth: if she doesn’t drink his blood, she will die. And the Black Chapel of Assassins wants him dead. Again. Unfortunately, Lucien is the last person to rely on. He avoids attachments like the plague, refuses to be controlled by anyone—including fate—and would rather set himself on fire than be someone’s lifeline. But with witches on the rise, gods and goddesses and beasts escaping their own tarot cards to cause havoc, and a a deadly plague corrupting and killing the land slowly, Lucien and Sella are forced into an uneasy alliance. As they dive deeper into the fractured history of their world, they begin to unravel mysteries, villains, and something far worse than curses or corruption—a forgotten cycle of death and rebirth, one that binds them together in ways neither of them understand. And when the final hunt begins, only one thing is certain—they will either save each other, or destroy everything in their path.

After grueling years, Queen Feria Avelia Nightreign finally finishes setting up advanced foundational systems for her kingdom that would make their kingdom function more smoothly, and yet rather than being grateful and joyful, she feels extremely annoyed that her trusted advisors are endlessly trying to convince her to marry already. “I finally have some time to spare for fun, and yet you *guys* want me to waste it on marriage interviews?” Queen Feria glares at her advisors, “nope, not gonna happen.” “Your Majesty you aren’t young anymore, actually you’re about to be in your thirties in just a couple of years. And thirty is quite old to be single your highness.” Finneas tells Queen Feria bluntly. “So? What if I’m old? I still look young and beautiful,” Queen Feria proudly declares, “and of course I’ll still be fit and lithe even after two years and even years after that (all hail my royal pedigree!) so you shouldn’t worry about me getting married, Finneas. It’s more likely you guys just want me to marry so I can finally sympathize with you all and your troubles of not meeting their significant other because of noble duties.” Queen smirks as she sharply looks at her advisors one by one. *coughs* “That’s not true at all your highness!" Hugh, another trusted advisor, blurts out. “Right, Feel our pain, your Highness!” George nods as he agrees. While Finneas just silently meets Queen Feria’s glare. Queen Feria continues to glare at her advisors while they stay quiet yet firmly meets her gaze. The silence then is broken by a knock on the door. “Sister, can I come in?” Albert Fennia Nightreign asks. Upon hearing her brother’s voice, Queen Feria is struck by an idea. With a sly smile, she says, “Come in Al, you’re just in time, thanks to you I just came up with another brilliant plan of mine~” Hugh, George, and Finneas, baffled by the queen’s sudden change of mood, look at each other as Albert comes in. “You have another plan to do, Sister? But I thought you are free right now?” Albert looks at his sister with his eyes shining with curiosity. “Yes, my dear Brother. Just now I came up with a brilliant plan that would ease those fools over there while still having some fun, heh heh, Hah Hah!~” Finneas adjusts his glasses, which is a habit whenever he feels uneasy, while both Hugh and George shiver from a sudden cold feeling. Albert with a confused face looks back and forth between his laughing sister and her advisors. It turns out that Queen Feria’s plan was to enroll in the prestigious Academy of Escarton, to find a suitable marriage partner while crossdressing and impersonating her brother. Queen Feria was even able to recruit her brother to play the part of her personal servant. It was already too late when her advisors found out this true plan of hers. So, they regrettably lament for all the poor innocent souls that their queen will corrupt.

They say the frontier’s full of ghosts. Some walk. Some shoot back. All Dodger ever wanted was to live up to the stories his father told—of honor, of duty, of men who stood tall when no one else would. But when a vampire named Sumter Allen massacres his father's homestead and leaves him for dead, Dodger is dragged back from the edge by something old, cruel, and sacred. The curse isn’t a gift. It’s a brand. And now he rides as one of the half-dead, with fire in his blood and a name to hunt. His path takes him through haunted towns, cursed trails, and a country sick with its own bloodlust. Along the way, he forges an uneasy alliance with Biikoo’usei, a towering Arapaho shapeshifter with her own reasons to fight. Together they carve a trail of righteous fury across the Weird West, guided not by law, but by a creed older than nations—written in hoofprints, marked in gunfire. No oaths. No politics. Just justice. But every step forward costs something. Every bullet chips away at what’s left of the boy who used to dream. Because when vengeance collides with duty, which wins out—the man, or the monster?

Anya Petrova, a cybersecurity savant with a wit as sharp as her coding skills, lives by her own rules, preferring the company of algorithms to people. Her latest obsession: a digital anomaly rumored to be the key to an ancient, hidden network. Her hunt leads her to an exclusive, bizarre art auction, where the price of admission is a secret and the art itself seems to hum with an unsettling energy. Enter Kaelen Thorne, a man whose charm is as disarming as his presence is mysterious. He moves through the shadows of the elite world Anya despises, his motives as opaque as the auction's most coveted piece. Their paths collide when the auction descends into a chaotic, clown-themed "performance art" heist that quickly spirals into genuine horror. As the lines between comedy and terror blur, Anya and Kaelen are forced into an uneasy alliance, navigating a labyrinth of bizarre threats and unsettling revelations. "The Serpent's Smile" is a rollercoaster ride through a world where ancient secrets clash with modern tech, where laughter can turn to screams in an instant, and where the most dangerous game is played with human hearts. It's a story of unexpected connections, chilling mysteries, and the hilarious, terrifying, and sometimes tender moments that unfold when two unlikely heroes find themselves at the center of a conspiracy far older and darker than they could have imagined.

A boy who has forgotten even his own name, hating humanity and its civilization that reeks of lies, is raised by the ruthless yet honest laws of the forest. For him, life is synonymous with survival; his philosophy is pragmatism, his weapon is raw instinct. This one-man kingdom is shaken by an ancient, moon-white tree he discovers in the heart of the forest. The spiritual fruits it offers promise a chance to "ascend," but the boy's nature is not to trust, but to test. This mistrust culminates in him witnessing the creation of a monstrous abomination (Yaoguai) when he experiments on an innocent animal with the pure, uncontrolled life energy (Qi). Forced to consume the fruit himself to defeat the beast, he is driven to the brink of madness, attaining a flawed yet overwhelming power through a Qi Deviation (Qi Zou Ru Mo). Unable to contain this new, wild power, his body pushes him to create his own hell. Without a master or a technique, guided only by pain and the will to survive, he begins a journey of superhuman Body Cultivation (Tixiū). His ultimate goal is not to accept the ancient tree as a gift, but to uproot it like a prize, to possess the very source of his power. The tree's mental assaults on him reveal fragmented memories of a manor in flames and a sorrowful lullaby, hinting that a personal tragedy lies at the root of his hatred for humanity. His journey takes him to the fringes of civilization, to the Thunderclap Peaks. Here, he chooses the Path of the Rock to tame his power and, in the process, makes his first contact with established Cultivator Sects who become aware of his existence. This encounter transforms him from a mere beast into a strategist who uses pawns for his own gain. "Zarziyan: The Price of Ascension" is not just a story of empowerment, but a saga of a lonely soul searching for his identity, confronting the ghosts of his past, and in the process, transforming from a monster to a king, and perhaps even to a god. It is the tale of a conqueror forging his own path with blood and steel in a world beyond good and evil, where absolute will and power are the only law.

"The Annals of Exploration and Empires," Book III, Chapter XVII, Page 211 In the annals of history, few epochs have been as rife with the promise of adventure and the peril of the unknown as the Age of Discovery. It was a time when the very fabric of the world was being stretched, its edges frayed by the bold hands of explorers and conquerors. Among these intrepid souls, one name, has been etched into the annals of legends. The Wars of the Roses, a conflagration that had consumed the heart of empires and forged kings from the crucible of blood and fire, had at last given way to an uneasy peace. It was in this aftermath, amidst the smoldering ruins of a world reshaped by conflict, that Byron's journey began. Armed with a relic of untold power, the "Navigation Logbook," he set forth into the uncharted waters of the world, where the mundane and the magical intertwined in an intricate dance. The high seas, a vast and uncharted canvas, stretched before him, a horizon that whispered of untold riches and the promise of peril. Great ships, their sails billowing like the wings of colossal birds, traversed these waters, their cannons thundering a challenge to the very gods of the deep. It was an age of ambition, a testament to the unyielding spirit of mankind's quest for dominion over the unknown. Beneath the waves, ancient beings from epochs long past slumbered, their legends carried on the creaking timbers of ships and the roar of cannons. Byron, undaunted by the shadows that lurked beneath the waves or the tempests that raged above, carved out a kingdom from the chaos that enveloped the world. His fleet, a specter of doom, became a symbol of his indomitable will, a force that would not be challenged lightly. This is a saga, a tale woven from the threads of history and magic, adventure and power, and the eternal quest for glory. It is a narrative that compels the heart and captures the imagination, a story that resonates through the ages, a reminder of the heights to which humanity can aspire when driven by the winds of ambition and the tides of destiny. Let this account, penned by the hands of the most esteemed historians and literature masters, serve as a beacon for those who seek to embark upon their own voyages of discovery. For within the pages of this epic tale lies the essence of the human spirit, a spirit that seeks, that conquers, and that endures.

What happens when an idol, renowned as "Prince Visual," is thrust into a marriage with the actual Prince of his country? **Disclaimer:** All establishments, terms, events, and characters featured in this story are entirely fictitious and crafted solely for the sake of entertainment. The story may contain sensitive topics. Royalty is often perceived as synonymous with perfection; however, the facade shatters behind closed doors. The Royal Family Wang, hailed as one of the most unproblematic influential families in the world, maintains its prestige primarily through curated features and polished articles. In truth, their legacy harbors secrets and bitter feuds—once revealed, could incinerate their esteemed reputation. Present at the center is King Wang Jae-Hwan, who, in a bid to secure his lineage’s claim to the throne, chose to marry into an influential Noble family. Beneath the polished exterior, however, lay deep-seated secrets. Although he professed love for his wife, loyalty was a luxury he couldn't afford; he betrayed her on their wedding night, resulting in the birth of a son. Wang Jae-Yul, unaware of his royal heritage, led a life filled with hardship and isolation. The king eventually discovered Jae-Yul, yet the Queen enforced her control that stifled any ambition or desire for power within Jae-Yul, effectively destroying any inclination to fight for the throne. In contrast, the life of an idol is similarly punctuated by high expectations and relentless pressure. The group LUMINA stands as a testament to perseverance, having been meticulously crafted from the ground up by its manager and visionary CEO, Han Eui-Jun. While the competitive landscape in the entertainment industry usually swallows its participants whole, LUMINA carved out a niche and rose to fame, bolstered primarily by its members' impressive backgrounds. Yet, the group’s most formidable asset was none other than the radiant visual and face of LUMINA, dubbed "Prince Visual," Lee Ha-Neul. His captivating charisma and talent created an undeniable draw, securing LUMINA's place in the industry. But the tale unfolds beyond mere struggles and bittersweet endings, as two individuals, who have devoted everything to the pursuit of success, find themselves entwined in a destiny marked by conflict and unexpected encounters. Jae-Yul's life changed when he lost his mother. She, having lived under the shadow of the Queen, made a solemn vow to protect Jae-Yul from the painful truth of his noble lineage, a choice that plunged them both into hardship and concealment. It was only after her untimely death that she unveiled her secrets, leaving behind a letter that detailed everything. Initially consumed with thoughts of revenge against the royal family, Jae-Yul soon realized that his desire would be futile against such powerful enemies. Jae-Yul began to rebuild his life, and through continuous struggle, he found himself standing before the king to reveal the truth. The king, realizing the Queen's influence, employed sufficient pressure on her until she reluctantly agreed to accept Jae-Yul. However, she imposed a strict condition: no one must know of his existence prior to this revelation. Fast forward 8 years, in an unexpected turn, Jae-Yul entered Ha-Neul's life and proposed to him through his influence. However, once engaged, he neglected Ha-Neul for 4 years, which made Ha-Neul end the engagement publicly. Faced with the reality that he could no longer manipulate Ha-Neul's feelings, Jae-Yul now had to figure out how to win him back. Would he resort to deception or intimidation, emotional manipulation, or find it within himself to genuinely love? The question loomed large: what would it take for Ha-Neul to be persuaded to marry Jae-Yul once again?

I Woke Up as the Beast King follows a modern-day transmigrator who finds herself reborn as Felicity, the vicious tiger destined to be slain by the ruthless cultivator Silas Brooks in the climax of a xianxia novel. Trapped in the body of a magnificent beast with human instincts—squeamish about blood, picky about food, and hopelessly clumsy—Felicity upends the original plot by surviving Silas’ blade through sheer absurdity. Forced into an uneasy alliance, the two navigate a world of scheming sects and vengeful spirits. Along the way, Felicity befriends Celia, a fiery fox spirit with hidden motives, while Silas struggles between his duty to exterminate demons and his growing attachment to this baffling, human-hearted tiger. As Felicity masters her shapeshifting abilities, she discovers darker truths: Celia manipulated her to awaken her spirit core, and Silas’ sect has orchestrated her role in his ascension. When a village crisis forces Felicity to unleash her full power, Silas spirals into madness, slaughtering his own sect upon mistakenly believing her dead. The story culminates in a desperate reunion at the cliff’s edge, where Felicity stops his suicidal leap—not out of obligation, but because their fractured souls, though scarred by betrayal, refuse to let go. Blending dark humor and emotional depth, the tale explores identity, found family, and the chaos of rewriting fate. Final line: "Yes," I breathed against his mouth. "I'm home."

By unknown means and for unknown proposes the planet Earth is ripped from its orbit around the sun and placed in a near perfect, synchronized orbit around a mysterious purple star. The Earth isn't alone; 16 other planets underwent the same ordeal. Dubbed the Papuru Star, the G4 sized ball of energy was viewed with fear and awe by the inhabitants of the kidnapped worlds. The leadership of the planets form an uneasy Coalition to understand what the star is and find a way to put the planets back in their original spaces. Now, over a 1000 years later, the 100th annual Coalition Carnage Competition is about to begin. Held every ten years, the year long, galaxy spanning martial arts tournament is the special event the inhabitants of nearly every planet eagerly await, cheering their planet's chosen champion. The tournament is fame and fortune for the superstars who compete, entertainment for the masses, and "blessings" for the winning planet but holds dark secrets within its shadows, secrets that if exposed, could lead to the destruction of all life within the Papuru Galaxy.

Every century, an ancient curse demands a binding—a mortal and a vampire joined by blood and fate. Beneath the Crimson Moon Love, betrayal, and ancient blood secrets... In a world where vampires, witches, and wolves maintain an uneasy peace beneath a cursed moon, old wounds are beginning to bleed again. Kaelen never asked to bear the weight of a broken covenant — one sealed with stolen blood and ancient betrayal. But as the Crimson Moon approaches, whispers of sabotage, forbidden magic, and unfinished war echo through the shadows. A witch with vengeance in her heart. A ritual that must not fail. And a truth that could shatter the fragile balance between realms. As enemies rise and loyalties are tested, Kaelen must face the past his people buried — and the girl fate won’t let him forget. Will love redeem the darkness in his blood, or will the curse consume everything in its path? Perfect for fans of slow-burn fantasy romance, supernatural tension, and stories where peace is just another kind of war. This story will keep your heart racing until the last drop of blood is spilled. If the ritual fails,the realms will fall–– and this time,no blood will be enough to seal the breach.