Ashen Heart

Shin had promised to protect his sister, but after a terrible attack by abyssal creatures, he and his sister Lynia, both orphans, had to flee into the titanic forest covering the world, where they fell into a chasm leading to the Mirror Forest. Five years after the liquid darkness separated the two siblings, Shin travels to the magical university of Melna to uncover the truth about what happened to him and find his missing sister. Will he come to terms with the darkness that threatens to overtake him, or will he be consumed by the strange organization called Reflection before he finds his sister? Discover Shin's dark journey, in a world where every mirror reflects a disturbed heart.

In a war-torn kingdom desperate for salvation, scholar Amara Solis joins a perilous expedition to the Firelands, a treacherous wasteland where ancient fire creatures believed to exist. Fueled by her passion for uncovering lost truths, Amara seeks answers buried in the ashes of history. But when she encounters the Fireborn, a sentient being of living flame, her journey takes an unexpected turn. Drawn into a web of ancient mysteries, Amara’s curiosity becomes obsession, and the line between hunter and ally begins to blur. As the secrets of the Firelands unravel.

In a world driven by technological advancements and societal expectations, Remond, an overly emotional and timid high school student often labeled as a "crybaby," struggles to navigate life. Enduring relentless bullying and self-doubt, he finds solace in the unwavering support of his best friend, Sid, and his kind-hearted uncle, Dr. Edwards, a renowned microbiologist. But Remond’s ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when a tragic incident leaves him exposed to one of his uncle’s experimental serums. Gaining the mysterious ability to absorb and release kinetic energy, he is thrust into a world of danger and responsibility. Now, the boy who was once mocked for his sensitivity must rise to the challenge of protecting his loved ones and uncovering the truth behind a shadowy conspiracy threatening his city. With his emotions becoming his greatest strength and his newfound power as his shield, Remond embarks on a journey of self-discovery, courage, and redemption. The Heart of the Underdog is a story of transformation, proving that even the weakest among us can become heroes when their hearts are in the right place.

In The Heart of Humanity, the story revolves around the Blue Ocean team led by Shinkage and the Bloodline of the Crimson family, exploring the complex conflict of beliefs and choices. If the ultimate goals are the same, but the beliefs are different, how will the characters choose? There are only two options: either adopt the other’s beliefs or stay true to their own.

In a world where magic has been forgotten and wizards live hidden among the people, Bianca, a girl full of imagination and passion for fantastic stories, dreams of a world where magic is real. However, as she grows, she loses hope that such a world will ever exist. Everything changes when she meets Lux, a wizard with supernatural powers who fights for a just cause that could change the world as Bianca knows it. Together, they will fight for their dreams, but will they succeed in their mission or fall into the hands of enemies who will stop at nothing to defeat them?

After years of enduring a hollow existence, Ryoto never expected to find solace in the one person he thought was lost forever—his childhood friend. As she rekindles the warmth he had long forgotten, love begins to mend the fractures of his past. But fate is never kind to those who seek peace. In a world that never stops taking, can their love withstand the weight of destiny, or is the light they’ve found doomed to fade once more?

After tragically losing her parents in a car accident, Helena is taken in by her Aunt Agatha. But instead of finding comfort and support in her new home, Helena is met with cruelty and neglect. Her only source of solace is her kind Uncle James, but when he unexpectedly passes away, Helena is left alone to endure her aunt's abuse and her cousin Elizabeth's taunts. Meanwhile, a new student named Xavior joins Helena's class at school. Unbeknownst to Helena, Xavior is a vampire, and his elder brother, a powerful vampire leader, discovers that Helena's blood possesses unique properties that could benefit their kind. Xavior, drawn to Helena's quiet strength and the pain hidden behind her eyes, becomes determined to help her find a way out of her difficult situation and discover the true meaning of family and love. As they grow closer, Xavior realizes he must protect Helena from his brother's dark intentions. Despite the dangers posed by Xavior's vampire identity and his brother's obsession with Helena's blood, the two find themselves falling for each other, embarking on a forbidden romance that could have deadly consequences. Together, Helena and Xavior navigate the challenges of adolescence, grapple with their troubled pasts, and learn to rely on each other as they search for a brighter future."With danger and darkness closing in around them, one question remains: will their love for each other be enough to overcome the obstacles they face, or will their forbidden romance ultimately be their downfall?"

A collection of super short stories covering different genres with poems attached -more of poems also- - Just choose teen to fill out the genre blank_ - I will update as I get more inspiration - no particular story also, just a little incident to trigger and set the mood of the song⁠ As the title goes, it's a song of heart, some inspired by my emotions at a particular time, life events or random things. -this author loves poems, and this is the first time I will be writing it on another place apart from my book, so it may not be perfect- *Not a trend book* Just something you stumble upon on a random day and add to your library :) —when a heart is relentless.. find the perfect melody for it...

In a world where power dynamics between Alphas, Betas, and Omegas dictate status and relationships, Rion an orphaned Omega, is desperate to save his younger brother Leon, who lies in a coma. Struggling to gather the funds for Leon's life-saving surgery, Rion strikes a deal with Jeakyung, a cold and dominant Alpha from an influential family. The deal comes with three unbreakable conditions: Rion belongs to Jeakyung, he must obey his every command, and-above all-he is forbidden from falling in love. Jeakyung harbors a deep disdain for Omegas for some reason. However, as their physical encounters intensify, so do the unspoken emotions between them. Despite the boundaries that were set, both Rion and Jeakyung find themselves drawn to one another in ways neither expected. Rion struggles with his growing feelings, hoping that Jeakyung might one day see him as someone beyond their deal . Meanwhile, Jeakyung is confronted by his own fears and past traumas that have shaped his view of love and trust. As tensions rise, secrets unravel, and outside threats loom, Rion and Jeakyung must navigate a complex web of power, desire, and forbidden emotion. Can love bloom in a world that has conditioned them to believe it doesn't exist? Or will the rules they created become the very thing that tears them apart? There also many other characters in this story who navigate their own journey. This is a story of vulnerability, crime, resilience, and the undeniable pull of the heart-no matter how broken or guarded it may be.

In a world where magical and spiritual forces clash, the story of "The Continent of Magic" begins in the city of Etrigan, where an unknown fate forms amidst darkness and hope. Adam Ethan, a cold and mysterious young boy born into a family of powerful sorcerers, lives with an inner struggle, revealing only indifference and secrecy, while his family wavers between hope and concern for his future. In this city, where mana dances in the horizon, Neil, a simple boy with pure dreams, encounters Adam's enigmatic character. Neil tries to understand this distant boy, observing him without forming a friendship. Yet this observation quickly leads him to unexpected discoveries, opening a door to hidden mysteries beyond his comprehension. As the story unfolds, both Neil and Adam face challenges that reveal the true nature of this magical world filled with secrets. Between the clash of power and self-discovery, each confronts the reality of his fate in an adventure rich with mystery and trials.

Aria’s life takes an unexpected turn when her mother marries a billionaire, thrusting her into a world of wealth and privilege she never asked for. But nothing is more unsettling than her new stepbrother, Ethan—arrogant, reckless, and impossibly charming. They aren’t blood, but they might as well be. The world sees them as siblings, bound by a family that isn’t truly theirs. Aria knows the rules. She knows what’s right. But every stolen glance, every lingering touch, and every whispered word between them pulls her deeper into a love that should never exist. The problem with forbidden love? Once the line is crossed, there’s no turning back.

Alex Walters never expected a simple trip to gather herbs to change his life forever. When he stumbles upon a girl, Samantha Rogers, being attacked by a wolf in the woods, his instincts push him to save her. What starts as an act of bravery soon turns into an unspoken connection—one that neither of them can fully understand yet. As Alex brings Sam home to safety, he finds himself drawn to her in a way he's never felt before. But with her overprotective father and an uncertain future ahead, their paths seem destined to part. Yet, as Sam secretly vows to wait for Alex’s return, both are left wondering—was their meeting just chance, or the beginning of something far greater? In a world where fate weaves unpredictable paths, will Alex and Sam find their way back to each other? Or will destiny have different plans?

One quiet night in Shanghai, Haoran found a strange cigarette on the wet pavement. Its edges were darkened, but it wasn’t burnt. A thin, silvery mist curled from it, almost like it was alive. Curious, he lit it and took a slow drag. The taste was bitter, metallic wrong. A sharp pain spread through his chest, like fire and ice fighting inside him. He coughed hard, but the smoke didn’t leave. Instead, it thickened, twisting into the air like living shadows. Then, from the swirling smoke, something took shape, a tall figure with glowing ember eyes and skin made of shifting ash. Its voice was deep and heavy, like burning coal. “You have awakened me,” it said. “Now, your fate is sealed.” Haoran’s hands shook, the cigarette still between his fingers. He thought he had just found an old cigarette. Instead, he had inhaled something far more dangerous.

In the vast and mystical world of Zephiron, where magic flows through the land and forgotten ruins whisper of lost civilizations, two unlikely companions find themselves ensnared in a fate far beyond their reckoning. Vaelin Crowne, a sharp-minded strategist known for his cool demeanor, believes that logic and preparation can solve any problem. Kael Veydris, a reckless yet magnetic force of nature, thrives on instinct and unshakable optimism. Despite their differences, they share one thing in common—an insatiable curiosity. What was meant to be a simple field trip to explore the legendary Labyrinth of Nox quickly turns into a nightmare when they get lost in the labyrinth maze, leaving them trapped in its depths. With no clear way out, Vaelin’s calculated approach and Kael’s gut-driven decisions become their only hope of escape. But when they stumble upon an ancient door, an eerie darkness spills from within, swallowing all light. As they ignite a torch, the shadows retreat just enough to reveal two statues—one depicting a god, radiant and divine, the other a demon, twisted and wrathful. Before they can speak, a chilling gust snuffs out the flame. Then, chains came. A shackle with a long, rusted chain lashed out from the abyss, snapping around Kael’s wrist and yanking him into the consuming darkness. Vaelin barely had time to react before another chain coiled around him, dragging him forward, his vision swallowed by an endless void. When they awaken, gasping for breath, they are no longer in the labyrinth’s depths but standing at its entrance—marked. Heavy iron shackles, now with broken chains, rest upon their wrists, the only proof that what happened was real. The curse has bound them, though to what end remains unknown. They escaped from the labyrinth … but How did it happen? With time slipping through their fingers and the unseen weight of the curse tightening around them, Vaelin and Kael must unravel the mystery of what happened inside the labyrinth before the curse consumes them.

In the neon-lit streets of futuristic Neo-Tokyo, Rei Kuroda, a haunted bounty hunter, and Aiko Saito, a skilled hacker with ties to a powerful corporation, cross paths in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Once lovers torn apart by a devastating war, they now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict that threatens to unravel the city’s delicate balance of power. As they are forced to confront their past, their rekindled feelings complicate their missions, drawing them into a high-stakes battle against a rogue AI and the dark forces controlling Neo-Tokyo. With every encounter, the line between love and duty blurs, leading them to a final confrontation where they must decide whether to protect the world they once knew or to forge a new future together. Neon Sakura is a gripping tale of romance, action, and redemption, set in a world where technology and humanity collide.

Picture the guy of your dreams. Picture everything. The hair , the smile, the scent, the face......the chin. That perfect guy. That ideal guy. The rich billionaire. The handsome Prince charming. The hopeless romantic. The Romeo of your dreams. That's the guy I'm betrothed to. That's my husband to be in Six Months Time plus he's also my 'soulmate'. He's royalty and The crown prince...but do you want in on a little secret? I don't love him. I have any emotions nor even the tinniest bit of interest about him. He's just another guy to me. I'm really trying my best to fall for him, but I just can't. Do you think I'll finally fall for him? Or is there a reason why I can't love him?

"One beautiful heart is better than thousand beautiful faces..." "A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. Ezekiel 36:26."

King Aldric, a cruel and tyrannical ruler, governs his kingdom of Valdoria with an iron fist. He remains indifferent to the suffering of his people, but everything changes when Elara, a young maid, enters the service of the palace. Although initially frightened by the king’s harshness, Elara soon perceives that behind his brutality lies a lonely and tormented man, haunted by deep emotional scars. Over time, she manages to ease his pain with simple acts of kindness and sincere words, gradually winning his heart. Their relationship develops in secret, an forbidden love between the gentle maid and the sovereign, but the two are deeply drawn to each other. Aldric begins to change under Elara's influence, slowly abandoning his cruel methods as she encourages him to become a more just man. As a plot to overthrow the king unfolds behind the scenes of the palace, Elara uncovers the conspiracy and warns Aldric. Together, they thwart the attempted coup, thus strengthening Aldric's position on the throne. The king, recognizing Elara's courage and loyalty, eventually frees her from the constraints of her maid position and grants her an honored place by his side.

The realms are on the brink of war as a malevolent force from Umbralis rises to conquer Celestara. Kael is tasked with protecting the fragile balance between realms, but he discovers that Lira’s artifact may hold the key to defeating this threat. As their fates intertwine, Kael finds himself falling for her—a love that could either save the realms or doom them all.

"Left" "No right" "Is it that hard to position this in the centre?!!!!" I scream at the workers in my house but they all ignored me. The ignored me like the ones before them and probably the ones after them will ignore me. "Such insolence!" But who can I blame? It's not their fault they can't HEAR me. It's also not their fault they can't SEE me. But... IT'S ALSO NOT MY FAULT THAT I'M A GHOST!!!! Halit Garner is the illegitimate son of the wealthy business tycoon, Alexis Garner. Unfortunately for Halit, this isn't the story where he gets all the money from a wealthy estranged father by luck. All Halit got was tons of death threats from the legitimate children and a house. A very huge house that it shouldn't be called a house but a mini hotel. Little did little Halit know of how this newly discovered money making residence will change his life and the life he lived before that.

In the Great Savannah, a lion cursed by the tyrant Ogi. Ja'Bari of the Ja Clan—has spent his life as an outcast. When rumors of Ogi’s return threaten to plunge the land into chaos, he embarks on a quest to stop the ancient evil.

When the most popular rich handsome guy in HUNSTON COLLEGE makes a bet with his friends to entice and break the heart of the crazy strong-headed newbie. He expects an easy win since he's a big time flirt and a fuckboy, but the opposite was the outcome. As he gets to know her better and falls deeply for her, he's made to choose between his pride and his heart.

In the ancient realm of **Zephyros**, where power rules all and the heavens themselves tremble, **Ashen Sky**, a humble blacksmith’s apprentice, has one dream: to forge weapons worthy of the immortal cultivators who dominate the world. But destiny has greater plans for him. When an ancient spirit awakens within his soul, Ashen inherits the **Infernal Forge System**, a mysterious and legendary power that allows him to craft divine weapons capable of shaping history. Overnight, he’s thrust into a brutal world of cutthroat sects, warring clans, and celestial beasts where strength is the only law, and betrayal lurks behind every shadow. Armed with the ability to forge weapons imbued with unimaginable power, Ashen faces trials that will test his limits—and his humanity. As secrets of the Infernal Forge unravel, he uncovers a shocking truth: the system is the key to saving the crumbling heavens... or unleashing their ultimate destruction. Will Ashen rise as a hero, forging a path to immortality? Or will the flames of his forge consume him and all of Zephyros? --- **What to Expect** ✔ A revolutionary cultivation system built around forging legendary weapons. ✔ Epic battles against mythical beasts, rival sects, and ancient foes. ✔ Twists, betrayals, and mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat. ✔ A determined underdog rising to dominate the strongest realms. --- **Chapters Updated Daily** - **14 chapters per week** - Chapter length: **1200–1500 words** Ready to witness the rise of a legend who reshapes destiny with fire and steel? **Join Ashen Sky’s journey now!** **Power stones, comments, and your support fuel the flames of this story. Let’s forge a legend together!**

Margaux, a young girl who just lost her mother to cancer finds out that she’s the rightful heir to a conglomerate family and is immediately dragged into a battle of survival.