Hold The River Back

He died a nobody. He returned a storm. Kim Raines was just another exhausted office drone, ground down by a lifeless job and a world that didn’t care. But when a strange meteor shower tore open reality, he awoke in a world of monsters, magic, and beast tamers—ten years in the past, but not in the world he once knew. Here, power is forged through bonds with spirit beasts. Here, survival means taming the wild, evolving your partner, and dominating the battlefield. Here, the weak are hunted—and the strong rule. At the Awakening Ceremony, Kim is given the worst possible egg. A common black cat. In his previous life, it was a curse that crushed his future. But this time, something is different. A hidden system awakens within him. A forgotten evolution path is revealed. And that ‘worthless’ cat? It’s the key to a bloodline unseen in centuries. Now, with memories of a ruined world, a system that defies logic, and a beast destined for divinity, Kim will rise. He’s not just back to survive. He’s back to tame the world.

Step 1: Marry your enemy. Step 2: Don’t kill him. Step 3: Try not to set the Empire on fire. The Empire somehow arrange two "useless" noble sons into a marriage to preserve peace. What no one knew? Prince Lucien is the hidden Empire’s most feared (and emotionally constipated) demon executioner. Elliot Valerian is a hidden manipulative genius who prefers charming demons into submission rather than killing them. They’ve been fighting in secret for years. They just didn’t realize it… until they saw each other’s faces at the altar. Now they’re married. Cursed not to kill each other for five years. Living under the same roof. Sharing a bed. Sharing a bathroom. Sharing… feelings?! (God, no.) Meanwhile, demons are running wild in the Empire, and the heroic crown prince is too busy looking good in golden armor. So guess who has to save the world again? That’s right. The dysfunctional demon-hunting husbands. With matching robes. Passive-aggressive breakfast. And way too much romantic tension for two people who used to throw knives at each other. Will they fall in love first… or snap and start round two of their murder rivalry?

A guy who has been in love with his childhood friend for 12 years while pursuing his dream of becoming a streamer meets the person who would become his number one fan-and maybe something more...

At fifteen, he was just a boy with a dream — to become a professional footballer. He had talent, the hunger to train, and the spark that set him apart on the pitch. Until doctors discovered his heart couldn’t keep up with his ambitions. Two years later, at seventeen, his body gave out. His dream died with him. When he wakes up, he’s in a small Dutch town again — only this time… he’s a child. A second chance. Armed with memories of a life cut short and an undying love for the game, he refuses to waste his new start. He trains relentlessly, determined to reach the heights he never could before. But talent alone won’t be enough. Friendships, rivalries, the ruthless world of professional football — and the haunting question of whether fate can truly be changed. This time, he’s not just playing for himself. He’s playing for his family, for his country… and for the chance to finally lift the World Cup in orange. Can one reborn striker change the fate of Dutch football?

All Ethien desired was a serene existence after enduring years of bloodshed. As the Duke who led the revolution, and dismantled the former empire, he had placed Prince Glenn Lancaster on the throne. Now, Ethien longed to marry, step away from politics, and enjoy a life of peace. However, Glenn had different plans. As the newly appointed Emperor, Glenn consistently rejected every marriage proposal directed at Ethien. Without any attempt at subtlety, he dismissed anyone who expressed interest in the Duke, making it his goal to remain close to Ethien. While Ethien fought to suppress feelings that should not have arisen, Glenn relentlessly pushed through every barrier. Their positions were meant to keep them apart, but for Glenn, it was merely another reason to claim Ethien as his own.

A haunted river. A grieving town. A detective running out of time. When the peaceful riverside town of Ọ̀yán is shaken by a string of mysterious drownings, Detective Kareem is assigned the one case no one wants. Each victim dies with the same haunting last word: “Ẹ̀nítàn.” What begins as a local investigation soon unravels a buried legend—of a betrayed river spirit, a sacred curse, and ancestral silence that demands to be broken. As Kareem digs deeper, the river begins to whisper his name too. Whispers by the River is a supernatural mystery inspired by African spirituality, where truth is hidden beneath water, and justice comes with a price.

An Imperial Scholar by day. An assassin by night. The World of Cultivation has changed. Elemental Mancers. Flux Mancers. Spirit Mancers. Soul Mancers. Raining down fire and splitting oceans. Destroying mountains with a single stomp and calming skies with a glance. Controlling the tides of Karma, while wielding the souls of others like a puppeteer tugging on the Lines of Fate. The most mysterious of them all were Spirit Mancers, a truth that Theron was more than intimately familiar with. Due to one's Tribulation, his life was turned upside down. His family, his rage, his somber sadness becoming nothing more than Bad Karma's fuel for a madman. He was once a gentle young man, a non-combative Water Mancer who wanted nothing more than to read his novels to the sound of the rain and one day become an Imperial Scholar. But now... Everything had changed. He donned a cloak in the silent night as the clouds above gathered. Pulling its hood over his chilling blue eyes, he stalked off into the darkness. The first droplets fell. He would become the nightmare of his enemies, the blade hidden in the shadows of Heaven's tears. The River of the Night.

When a mutilated corpse is found by a sacred river in a quiet West African village, a troubled detective teams up with a spiritual elder and a young woman with a mysterious past to uncover a centuries-old curse tied to a drowned river queen—one whose song was silenced, and who now demands the world listen.

In a world where strength is within everyone’s grasp, where it’s stolen, bought, fought for, two friends clawed their way to the top—only to discover they were still too weak. Defeated and out of time, they gambled everything on one desperate act: a return to the beginning. But the past isn’t so easily rewritten. Their memories are gone, their power reset—all that remained was a rough plan, the burning need to rise again, and prayers. Follow Theon as his once-familiar surroundings twist into something beyond reality, exposing him to a surreal world of cultivation that had thrived under his nose all along. Leaving him with a single choice. Survive or perish. Adapt or die. But for Theon, this is nothing new, the knife’s edge between life and oblivion. He’ll simply survive, just like he always has. Broken. Reforged. Betrayed and betrayer. He has experienced it all in the crucible of reality. And this time is no different. And in a never-done-before twist, you can follow the perspective of both protagonists. Check out Bearer of The Shattered Crowns: Futility’s Grace, written by my co-author CatOfSparks. Neither realizes their paths are already tangled—by choices they haven’t made yet. Will their second chance forge legends—or repeat their downfall? Current Chapter Upload Schedule: 3+ per week (planned to increase) Discord for Joint Verse: coming soon!

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. Battling rogue vampires, mutated creatures and her own past, Love works to unravel the mysteries behind the secretive Helsing unit, and tries to become the bridge between humans and vampires in a world filled with discrimination. This novel starts intentionally slow through the exposition and the early world and character building, BUT everything kicks into gear after the turning point in the latter half of Volume 1, and especially Volume 2, where the tone of the novel shifts. So, I hope you stick with it and enjoy the wild 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. Public Spotify playlist titles (all under the name LouLou): TLAR - Book 1 TLAR - Book 2 TLAR - Book 3 TLAR - A Fire in Their Wake This is rated 'No one under 17 permitted' for (very) mature themes, including drug use, SA, LGBTQ+ discrimination, very frequent strong language, violence etc. Please note that no storyline is chosen for shallow shock value, and most are taken from personal experience, and hopefully handled with the care, respect and sensitivity they deserve. Disclaimers are added against any chapter that may cause distress. The majority of Volume 1, in a different order and edited as a full novel is available free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Loulou2

"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?

This book describes the story of a school girl and her friendship turning into something which is beyond infinity.... The story revolves around a girl named 'Sam' and her boy bestfriend Gabriel .. They re just bestfriends from primary education of school ... The story turns when several people revolve to part them.away or to end their friendship but it seems like they.end up strengthing their friendship which is beyond infinity.... Gabriel is her childhood bestie and he is absolutely kind , generous , helpful and loving and always stand by sam to support her besides sam is smart helpful and caring towards him but doesnt want to end up falling for him but falls first and then denies and ignore him after he confessed her.... Lets see how their story takes a turn to meet the pure bond which is beyond infinity....

A mysterious object triggers Arya's sudden death, reincarnating him into a world of cultivation, spiritual beasts, and powerful sects. Reborn as Su Kang, a genius of the prestigious Su family, he befriends Li Fang, and they embark on numerous adventures together. However, Li Fang, shielded by a seemingly invincible "protagonist's halo," recklessly offends powerful individuals and engages in constant face-slapping for even the pettiest of reasons. Though Su Kang tries to help his friend, Li Fang remains unfazed by the dangers he attracts. Ultimately, tragedy strikes. Those close to Li Fang perish one by one, yet his numbers of female companions continues to grow, even taking Su Kang's own fiancée. Li Fang's enemies, relentless in their pursuit, eventually destroy Su Kang's family and take his life. But now, Su Kang has been granted a glimpse into the future. He has seen the destruction that awaits him and his family. This time, he will not be a mere sidekick to the "child of destiny." This time, Su Kang will fight back. His battle, however, will lead him to an unexpected battlefield: The heart of Li Fang's captivating and mature mother, Bai Yunxi. Su Kang: "I have always admired you, and I want to marry you." Bai Yunxi: "You... What are you talking about? [He traded vengeance for a lover's heart, To win the battle for a mother's heart.] _____________________________________ [I will be posting this on the Royal Road.] [It's my first novel so I there will be some mistakes but bear with me.]

Tristan Bao is at the bottom of the barrel, broke, and stuck with a Spark so weak that he was disowned by his own father. But rent doesn't pay itself, and the only place that pays the best money is the Defenders. Life will be stuck in the Tower: a cursed labyrinth crawling with monsters, secrets, and power beyond belief. What should have been an easy E-rank run turns into a slaughter, and once the survivors leave, something comes out with them. He survived the Tower by pure chance, so what happens now? He was struck with such a harsh change to his body. How will he survive in this world now?

[The first fifty or so chapters are basically, in some way, a slice of life. MC walking his own pace. The story gets serious after some time.] [Two chapters a week!!] Frizz never really had any big ambitions, yet he was never content with his life. He longed for excitement but lacked the motivation to look for one. After recently graduating college. He squandered his opportunities, wasting his potential. An unmotivated, lazy, and boring person. Effort was an alien concept to him, preferring to idle by. Then an opportunity arrived. A system and but that's it. No gates opening, no mystical equipment, no fantastical monsters, and no gods with schemes. Just a cold, mechanical interface in a world drowning in mundane horrors: corruption, crime, and the soul-crushing grind of life. For the first time, he’s wide awake and with the System's perks, he's ready to smash his dull life to the ground. However, he's not the only one playing this game…

Masa – a “holy relic” living in a secluded temple – discovers a terrifying secret hidden deep within the Church. Determined to escape, he hatches a plan. With help from ZK, a mysterious military organization, Masa successfully flees. But in doing so, he unknowingly becomes prime prey, caught in an endless spiral of pursuit by devoted fanatics. Behind them lurks the shadowy power of Fin Paycharl — the underground force that controls the largest commercial market in Asia. His lightning-fast escape shakes the very foundations of Fin. And at the heart of it, Masa comes face to face with a man named Kwon — the one who first sparked his will to break free from the cage. In the end, the truth is revealed — a truth no one expected: everyone involved in the so-called grand escape was merely a puppet in Masa's carefully laid plan to expose a horrifying truth. That escape was never the end — it was the beginning of a meticulously crafted revenge. Masa, once seen as a "fragile divine treasure," silently lights the torch of counterattack. And in that blazing moment when his eyes ignite with fire, there’s no longer anything left to hesitate for — no way back.

The River of Spirits doesn't flow with water - it flows with memory. And not all memories are merciful. Kael was born without a past. Or so he believed. But when a monstrous entity rises from the cursed river, something inside him stirs - a whisper, a fragment, a voice that should not exist. Now hunted by forgotten spirits and guided by a shadow that knows his name, Kael must face the guardians of the sigils: each one sealed with a painful memory he once begged to forget. Some memories are lost. Others are buried. And some... were taken from him for a reason. Would you reclaim your soul, even if it meant destroying it again?

Cynthia Fola is a woman who seems to have it all. A celebrated author. A loving wife. A devoted mother. Her books have touched hearts across the world, yet the story she’s never told is the one still bleeding inside her. Six years ago, in the silence of her apartment, she miscarried a child she never told anyone about. Not her friends. Not her therapist. Not even Damson, the man whose name she whispered through the pain. He left her soon after, never knowing what she lost. She never asked why. She just survived. Now living in quiet elegance with her husband Levi and their son Adam, Cynthia has carefully rebuilt a life that looks whole. But when a professional event in Dubai brings Damson back into view — older, bolder, and standing on the very stage she’s meant to own — the walls she’s held up begin to crack. Memories return with force. Her body remembers the ache. Her heart remembers the silence. And in the glow of chandeliers and applause, she is forced to confront the love that left her, the pain that shaped her, and the truth she buried beneath success. Cry Me a River is a lyrical, unflinching portrait of grief, motherhood, marriage, and memory. It is the story of a woman who gave everything to protect someone’s dream, only to nearly die in the process — and what happens when that dream returns, asking for her voice again.

Dans un Japon futuriste dévasté par des robots tueurs, Zoey Nanami, tireuse d’élite d’exception au sein de l’organisation The Glory, combat sans relâche pour éradiquer la menace mécanique. Mais sa force inégalée ne la protège pas de la trahison : ses camarades, Kiyona, Yuri, Hana et Kilari, la tuent froidement, la jugeant “ennuyeuse”. Après sa mort, Zoey se retrouve dans un royaume céleste face à une déesse énigmatique qui lui offre une seconde chance en la transmigrant dans le corps de Rika Yamaguchi, une lycéenne de 16 ans issue d’une famille prestigieuse dans le Japon moderne. En échange, la déesse lui confie une mission : éliminer le héros de ce nouvel univers. Dévorée par son désir de vengeance contre celles qui l’ont trahie, Rika exige une arme unique : un pistolet à rebond vert, symbole de sa détermination. Plongée dans un monde de lycéennes et de routine scolaire, Rika dissimule ses talents de guerrière tout en cherchant des indices sur sa cible et un moyen de régler ses comptes avec son passé. Entre action, intrigues divines et une soif de revanche, Rika Yamaguchi est de retour… et elle ne pardonnera pas.

Every time Luna dies… She wakes up in another universe. Same world. Same faces. But everything—just slightly wrong. And every time, it’s always him. Kael. The cold, captivating heir to the most feared mafia family. A boy with no memory of her. A boy who, for some reason, ends up pulling the trigger. He's funny. Stylish. Infuriating. And maddeningly handsome. And maybe… just maybe… he might choose not to kill her. But the multiverse doesn’t tolerate broken patterns. And deep in the shadows, something ancient watches. Because Luna is a singularity—a soul that doesn’t belong in any timeline. And someone—or something—is using Kael as a weapon to erase her. The rules are simple: Die. Wake up. Repeat. But this time… What if love interrupts the cycle?

In a world where magic defines lineage, House Viper and House Wolfram stand in stark contrast. The controversial union of Lilith Viper, a woman known for her venomous nature and icy demeanor, and Helios Wolfram, a warm-hearted man embodying fiery passion, creates a scandal that captivates the public. As their marriage unfolds, the clash between their distinct natures sets the stage for a compelling tale of love, rivalry, and the challenges of their intertwined fates.

I am a star wars fan and decided to create a star wars fanfic so here is what it is about I was reincarnated in star wars with a system, a new type I would say and I was reincarnated a few years after order 66 and decided to join the empire inorder to prepare. Prepare for what you say well am glad you asked, you see I believ that if you are reincarnated or transfered in any way to a new universe with memory of your past, there will always be others like you whether 2 or 3 it does not matter and especially in a universe like star wars where it could disrupt the balance So there will be others like me allies or enemies, they shall be uncovered in due time. Now let's see how I fate in this new universe and what the force has install for me ( Please note, this is very IMPORTANT that the Mc is not going to be Force sensitive in the beginning , don't worry you will understand what I mean in due time. Star wars does not belong to me but I created this version of the fanfic and I will not be OP, not in the beginning and not in 20 years and somethings will be different) Time will fly fast