Holding Out For A Hero

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?

___Lost Notes___ In this age of superheroes, the public safety is at the hands of these all so powerful figures. Located in the metropolis of Condor is the worlds strongest hero, UltraMan. In his decade long carrier, he has destroyed multiple conspiracies started by the city's old elite, single handedly apprehended the mafias that encroached upon the weak and feeble and even stopped several alien invasions and infiltrations. It is safe to assume that such a man would have many enemies, but with skin that cannot be pierced by any earthly means and strength that puts the legends of old to shame, how can such a creature ever be defeated? If UltraMan wanted to, he could have conquered earth at any time. So why did he not? No one quite knows. '' In any regards, he is seen as the balancing force of the world. So what happens if he is removed from the picture? What if I removed him? How will the world live? How will "I" live? ....

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?

Pulled into an unknown dimension where magic rules and technology is rare, Zeta is forced to confront a world that defies everything he knows. Stranded with only his damaged ship and LYRA, the AI companion who has become his only ally, he must navigate a world of powerful mages, dangerous knights, and arcane forces. As he learns to balance his futuristic tech with the untamed power of magic, Zeta embarks on a journey not only to survive—but to rise. What was once a battle for escape becomes a quest to unlock the secrets of both worlds, as new alliances form, enemies rise, and a greater cosmic threat looms on the horizon.

Dante Vitale is a teenager growing up in the harsh streets of 1990s New York, where survival is a daily struggle. Torn between protecting his younger brother Leo and escaping the criminal life his father’s debts have trapped them in, Dante finds himself fighting in underground arenas to make ends meet. But when the Italian mafia tightens its grip on his family, forcing him into dangerous jobs, Dante realizes that fighting for survival might be more literal than he ever imagined. As the stakes rise, Dante must balance school, work, and his brutal fights, all while navigating the dark world of organized crime. His fists may be powerful, but they aren’t enough to shield Leo from the growing dangers around them. The line between right and wrong blurs as Dante is dragged deeper into the mafia's world, where loyalty is everything and betrayal can cost you your life. Can Dante fight his way out of this underworld, or will the weight of two worlds crush him?

They said, young maidens sipped levender in hopes that they would be blessed a dream in which they would see their true love. But for her it was never a dream or was it? Wake up in reality live your life and change her destiny. There was no existence of her untill she lost her past self. Not everyone get a sceond chance to live...and for life, you don't have to calculate every step just hold your heart and let it be....

Being betrothed at an early age, Mandy only knew Holmer has her husband to be all her life! tables turned when she was left for another woman, will she get over him and survive the huge blow?

A deranged young boy tries to win the heart of 30-year-old Riff. He never imagined it would be impossible to make it onto his list. Despite all he's given up, he's nowhere close. Riff won't even bat an eye at him. What else can he give to get even a little acknowledgement. ______________________ It didn't change the fact, I wanted to please Riff. I wanted him to see me, to look at me differently, look at me like... like I actually mattered. What was this? I was fucked. This wasn't me. This couldn't be me. "You, boy, are a wild one, and now someone has your leash." Johnson's voice echoed in my head, taunting me. I clenched my fists, trying to push it away. No one has my leash! I screamed, the word desperate. ____________________________ #Manxboy #love #angst

As a child with an unattainable dream, I yearned to become a Hero, but I veered off the right path. Looking back, my aspiration to save others was nothing more than a foolish dream. I now realize the magnitude of my sins and the impossibility of atoning for them.

One day during January 2023, a chest named "Pandora's Box" was opened, causing Yokai, Oni, Mythical Beast, and more to be brought out into the world, and that's where Kaden, a 15-17 highschooler who opened the chest, and Glutton, A monster who was wrongfully trapped in pandora's box, plan to stop them and to bring the world back to normal!

Not being a hero isn't the issue. The only problem I'm facing right now is surviving in this world!

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.

In a world where one's worth is determined by Archons—godlike entities who watch over everything—the least you can hope for is to get picked by the most lowly of them. Raith was chosen by the Archon of failure and death. Having emerged from one of the three greatest family, he was forced to leave the family and began a lonely journey of being a Hero as he has always wanted. Hero–that was the only way Raith could redeem himself and be acknowledged by the world. But this Archon is just too useless! However, everything changes on the day when Raith dies for the first time. [Congratulations! You have met the first condition] You can join this discord server for interaction with the author and character illustrations. https://discord.com/invite/9UPNyQN4

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.

When 75% of the world's population suddenly mutates to gain superpowers, the world is thrown into disarray and chaos. Order can only be found once kind-hearted people become the world's first superheroes, and a new age of humanity begins. Ayden Hayze is an orphan whose parents were famously known for their incredible prowess as healing superheroes. Hayze dreamed of following in their footsteps, but his abilities paled in comparison to theirs, and he had to face the reality that he could never become a hero. Hayze didn't give up, though, and he trained his mind and body day in and day out to triumph over his shortcomings. However, his efforts weren't enough to get into the school he always dreamed of attending, Generation Heroics Academy, the best superhero training institute in the country. After failing the preliminary entrance exam for the umpteenth time, a board member arrives at his home one day to inform him he only has one more chance to pass. The news forces Hayze to face his greatest fear: losing his dream. All hope seems lost when a doctor makes him a unique offer.

COUNT OF SILTHS MANOR FOUND DEAD! Alexus Smith checks newspapers daily in wait because he knows one day, that will be headlines and frankly no one will be surprised. Count Alexus: Specialist murder fiend, and sorcerer it's not common to have him around but it's less common to have such a situation as magic deaths in a realm with the third lowest magic use. Yet magic and murder cases had been on the rise and Alexus had his hands full, working with a suspicious, foxy investigator isn't helping either. In attempt to balance out the crime wheel again and to have a night off finally, he dives deeper into a hole of mysteries and devious plans. Alexus believes that his death might be the least for worry when he's findings start haunting and revealing secrets that run deep into the human realm, and questions the truth of human existence

"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?

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

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