Beneath The Surviving Princess Joyful Facade

'Imagination is the beginning of all creations, you imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and last you create what you will

An orphan seeking the truth. A priest bound by secrets. A forbidden love that defies faith, society, and the expectations of the world. In a world where faith demands sacrifice and love demands courage, will their bond bring redemption—or ruin them both?

In the glittering halls of royalty, power is often born from betrayal, and love can be a dangerous luxury. Gray Montclair, a woman forged by hardship and haunted by secrets, must navigate a treacherous world where family is both her greatest strength and her deepest wound. When the return of a long-lost loved one threatens to unravel the fragile peace between two kingdoms, Gray is thrust into the center of a storm that will test the bonds of loyalty, love, and forgiveness. With her enemies lurking in the shadows and her past refusing to let her go, Gray must decide how far she is willing to go to protect those she loves—even if it means confronting the bitter truth of her own bloodline. Amid whispers of betrayal, the clash of ambition, and the weight of a crown that was never meant to be hers, Gray discovers that the greatest battles are often fought within the heart.

"Are you afraid?.... I would be afraid... But then again, there's nothing you can do about it is there? So while not just accept your fate and....DIE?" "ALL.... THINGS.... PERISH...." With that calm statement, a silver lightning bolt as thick as a skyscraper....if it could still be called a bolt, came crushing down. And just like that the feared by all demon lord along with his castle and everyone in it. All that was left in the area was a pit that seemed to lead into the abyss and beyond...

> "In the shadows of Italy's underworld, betrayal threatens to dismantle one of the most powerful mafia families. Vincenzo, the ruthless yet enigmatic leader, battles not only enemies outside but also a strange illness that pushes him to the brink of madness. Vanessa becomes his unexpected anchor, a calming presence who soothes his chaos and holds the key to his survival. But as a hidden traitor lurks within their ranks, plotting against him, trust becomes the deadliest weapon. In a world where secrets are currency, can Vincenzo uncover the betrayer before it’s too late—or will the underworld claim him first?"

An ordinary girl with an ordinary life. Although she was an outcast in her school, she doesn't care. "Screw it all!" she said. Until the dream changed her life forever, claiming the lives of those dear to her.

"In the land of myth and the time of magic…" "The destiny of a great kingdom rests on the shoulders of a ....." Xaren dodged as a stone whistled past his face before he could finish his playful chants. If he had been a second late, he would have been struck by the stone. "Cut that crap!" Eryndor Darkfire thundered, his expression dreadful and grim, and almost instantaneously, he was laughing hard and chasing his friend, Xaren, around in a police and thief game play. Eryndor Darkfire, the male MC was a still birth. He was already dead by the time he was birthed with his mother losing her life during labour. A dramatic cosmic manifestations happened on the night he was born. His Father, Kael Tan carried Eryndor cold body and dashed into the temple with hopes that his son would be saved. A child marked to be a sorcerer at a time when darkness of the underworld was at its climax, brimming with tenebrous intensity. With the lost heritage of magic and sorcery restored, Eryndor was the last ever bloodline of his father to exist with ability to harness and use magic. At 12, Eryndor fought some bandits who came to kidnap him from his home. And to protect his identity and safety, his Father had to make him run away, far from home before he was discovered. Eryndor faced various forms of diversities, made new friends, and learnt a lot of lessons from his master. Along the line, He found out a very gruesome and harrowing secret about his ancestors, and had to fight the greatest battle of his life - A mortal battle with his demonic sisters. Eryndor has to walk through many deadly adventures, discover secrets, and challenge mighty and ancient beings to be able to stop his demonic sisters. "Astra descendo, tenebrae repello! (Stars descend, darkness repel!) By the celestial fires that burn within, I call upon the ancient powers to begin. Aegis mea, protego totalum! (My shield, I protect all!) Mors demoni, mortem infero! (Death to the demon, death I bring!) Let's walk you through the journey of 'The Last Surviving Sorcerer'.

In a world where Fate Constellations determine one’s power, destiny, and survival, 13-year-old Cyrus was meant to inherit the legendary Solarius Constellation—a beacon of light and balance in the universe. Instead, at his awakening ceremony, the unthinkable happens. Cyrus bonds with a mysterious constellation with unknown power. All while Cyrus and his father Ezra are on the run because they are being hunted by a shadow organization that wants to rid the world of their clan and all who inherit the Solarius Constellation

I wish I had never met him. If he had never looked in my direction, would things be different now? I ask myself that question every time I think about Jack Carlos-his smile, his confidence, the way his eyes seemed to see right through me from the very first moment we met. ~~~~ she never expected someone like him to notice someone like her. Jack Carlos was a name everyone knew: wealthy, charming, and entirely out of her league. When their eyes met that day, it had felt something-a spark, a connection he couldn't explain. But was it love at first sight?. For Jack, maybe. He made it clear from the beginning that he was drawn to her, though she never understood why.There was a huge gap between them, one so painfully obvious that even the world around them couldn't help but notice. she drew a line between them ...she built walls around herself ,a fortress to keep him-and everything he represented-at a distance. And still, he tried to break through, as if he could just erase the differences between their worlds with sheer determination.

I wish I had never met him. If he had never looked in my direction, would things be different now? I ask myself that question every time I think about Jack Carlos-his smile, his confidence, the way his eyes seemed to see right through me from the very first moment we met. ~~~~ she never expected someone like him to notice someone like her. Jack Carlos was a name everyone knew: wealthy, charming, and entirely out of her league. When their eyes met that day, it had felt something-a spark, a connection he couldn't explain. But was it love at first sight?. For Jack, maybe. He made it clear from the beginning that he was drawn to her, though she never understood why.There was a huge gap between them, one so painfully obvious that even the world around them couldn't help but notice. she drew a line between them ...she built walls around herself ,a fortress to keep him-and everything he represented-at a distance. And still, he tried to break through, as if he could just erase the differences between their worlds with sheer determination.

Clover, a college student, has always felt like an outsider among her peers. But little does she know, her life is about to take a dramatic turn. When she stumbles upon a hidden world, she discovers that her wildest fantasies have become a reality. Fangs, magic, and wonder await her, but so do treacherous creatures and ancient secrets. As Clover navigates this enchanting yet perilous realm, she must confront the darkness within herself and the world around her. Will she be able to survive the dangers that lurk in every shadow, or will this fantastical world consume her whole?

Aleck, a young orphan, was found by Ethen Grayfield, one of the nobles in charge of the Kingdom's "Perfect Soldier" project. Because of Aleck's overly resistant nature, he was deemed unfit for the program and exiled to the outskirts of the kingdom. There, in a dilapidated slum, he started his 11th year living with Anna, a retired knight.

Seventeen-year-old Sumit is an average boy leading a typical life until one day, he's inexplicably transported to a dense, unfamiliar jungle. Lost and desperate, he searches for any signs of civilization but soon realizes that he is in another world entirely—one devoid of humans. Instead, he encounters animals that walk on two legs and possess human-like qualities. In this strange new world, the animals adhere to a brutal belief that only the strong deserve to rule. Sumit tries to stay under the radar, but his plans change when he witnesses a tiger man harassing a cat girl who had previously shown him kindness. Unable to stand by, Sumit intervenes, sparking a series of events that will challenge his strength and resolve. As he fights his way through fierce battles and navigates complex power dynamics, Sumit begins to challenge the very foundation of this society. With courage and determination, he strives to prove that true strength lies not in dominance but in equality and compassion. Sumit’s journey is one of survival, leadership, and the quest to change the world for the better. But his story is just beginning, and the challenges he faces will test him in ways he never imagined.

This is my First time writing. The story is based on an OC who would have traversed over in classic fanfic fashion. The OC is born a few centuries before the start of the main story. I might put in a few AU elements into the story so prewarning of that. No Harem.

Igarashi Hikaru, a dog-human with fluffy white hair and sunset like orange eyes, has always been sickly and overprotected by his loving family. In his past life, he passed away at just five years old, never knowing what it was like to be truly loved. In this new life, however, his family adores him, and at 18, he was finally free from his illness, though still fragile. Eager to experience the world beyond the safety of his home, Hikaru is sent to an expensive high school, unaware that his family is wealthy and that the outside world can be much more complicated than he realizes. At school, Hikaru meets Higan, a lion-human with vibrant red eyes, medium-length blue hair with slight messy appearance with visible strands, in the back a small and stubby ponytail. Though Higan is known as the school’s bully, Hikaru has no idea about his reputation. He’s simply surprised by how kind Higan is to him... He wonders why Higan seems to care about him, but his innocent nature prevents him from understanding that this kindness is unusual. What Hikaru doesn’t know is that Higan is slowly becoming obsessed with him. Higan, too, is confused by his feelings, unable to recognize the intensity of his growing affection for Hikaru. As Hikaru tries to navigate school life, he remains blissfully unaware of Higan’s true nature and the danger lurking in his growing attachment. Hikaru, with his pure heart and innocent outlook, doesn’t realize that Higan’s feelings may soon become more than he can handle. Caught in a web of confusion and affection~!

Jun Fang, who was ready for an early retirement never expected to travel to a primitive world. He wanted to curse God, after working day and night as a surgeon, he saved up money in his account and bought a house in the countryside but never expected to die early before he could even enjoy living in the house. Jun Fang wanted to cry just looking at the primitive world in front of him: there's no bathroom, eating meat is rare, harsh seasons, and dangerous plants and animals that devour people! But why are these three savage brothers staring at him with weird gazes as if he’s a delicacy! Since God gave him a second life, he naturally cherishes it. First thing on the lists, make sure these people have enough food to eat. Second, build a civilization! **** #Infrastructure #Mpreg #ReverseHarem #Farming #Romance #ShouMc

In a world that has crumbled under the weight of past mistakes, Arin, a twenty-year-old young man, paves his solitary way through the remnants of a civilization that has breathed its last. The earth, covered in layers of ash, seems like a mirror reflecting the hidden wounds deep within him. With each step his feet take on the rubble, a question echoes in the air, like an endless echo: Is it possible to escape the shadows of destruction, or does humanity carry within itself the ashes of its lost world?

After Li Ang discovered his ability to summon a portal, he got the ability to travel between the immortal and martial arts worlds. with the ability to travel between world, he exchange resources and develop in both worlds. monsters raiding the city in the martial arts world? let me hid in the immortal world for few years. I actually killed a young master in the immortal world? let me go back to the martial arts world and wait until I advance in strength. P.S: If I don't update at least 1 chapter with more than 1000 words in a week until I reach chapter 100, then my d is small.

Can you believe everyone across the world can have the same dream? You don't? Well, you're not alone in that. But that's exactly what happened three years ago. At first, it was a vision from the future, "A Warning From the Gods". Some random guy on the internet coined it, and the only thing it did, was raise hell in the media. Of course, there was discord in opinions. Three years later, the vision came true. It started with the bloody rain in New York, followed by the invading alien monsters who fell from the sky like meteors. Everything mankind built so far on the pages of history, came falling down, one after another. Chaos closed in, but humanity wasn't going down without a fight. The survival instinct kicked in, and people grabbed everything they could find, knives, crowbars, guns, turning them into weapons. To fight monsters. Then it happened: **[The Trial of gods has begun]** **[Choose your class and enter your quest for survival]** **[Would you like to be awakened with the bestowed power of the ancient gods? Y/N]** But Not me. I was not among the 'Chosen humans'. I'm just an escaped prisoner, trying to live an ordinary life in a world turned upside down. My name is Kai and I'm trying to find my lost family. To that end, I'll do anything. Even killing gods. The stakes of survival are higher than ever. And the Real Fight is just getting underway. Hold your horses and fasten your seats, because this is just the beginning. =========== Disclaimer: This story involves intense worldbuilding, quality drama, and lots of action and adventures. Chapter: 1.2k ~1.5k words, 7chapters/week (as long as I'm not sick or anything) (*But it's For now. I'll write more later) *There is no 'explicit & extreme' content, and forgive me if this is not your cup of tea. (And do support, if it is, by reading ) Thank you. =========== ////////////////// You can contact me on My Discord Server: https://discord.gg/cMdyJSKuEA ////////////////// The cover art is not mine.

Ren reinhart is a normal kid in India, he had moved to his motherland from the UAE. He had grown accustomed to life in the south after a year doing well but when thrust to an Apocalyptic scenario during college hours, he has to Battle monsters and other survivors on his own. He only needs his phone and stuff by his side, and he will be happy to kill anyone who gets in his way. He will grow stronger so that one day, his phone will have wifi connection and range and the facilities required for civilisation to achieve his one and only goal to read novels, manga and watch anime after rebuilding civilisation.

A human girl gets teleported into the Fae realm and learns that she is not so human.

The psychiatric hospital was always filled with stories—tragic, strange, and sometimes even beautiful in their brokenness. As a nurse working in a psych ward, Aurren form a deep, unspoken connection with a young woman in her 20s diagnosed with schizophrenia. Over time, he became her confidante, listening to her stories—whether real or distorted by her illness—and share quiet moments together, offering her comfort during her worst episodes. As she begins to improve, will his feelings for her blossom? or should it never start to begin with?

Jim was an undeniably ordinary boy. He was neither athletic nor particularly skilled at anything, and while he wasn't ugly, he certainly wasn't stunning either. In every conceivable way, he was unremarkable. Yet, he embraced this reality without hesitation; he was entirely comfortable in his skin. Indifference defined his attitude toward the world around him, including his existence. The popularity and social status dynamics held no sway over him; he didn’t care. His primary desire was to unwind and enjoy life. However, fate dealt him a powerful blow—he acquired an ability that would significantly impact the one thing he cherished most. True curses always come disguised as gifts, and Jim was about to discover that the hard way.

Alyssa Harper moves to the small, quiet town of Hollow Creek to escape the scars of a messy divorce, seeking solace in a decrepit, isolated house. But the town, though charming on the surface, holds dark secrets, and soon, Alyssa begins to experience strange, unexplainable occurrences. Every night, at precisely 3:15 a.m., she hears knocks on her bedroom wall, followed by unsettling sounds and visions of a shadow that shouldn't exist. When the shadow takes form and a grotesque figure emerges from an antique mirror, Alyssa realizes that her new home harbors an ancient evil. As the darkness closes in, she discovers that Hollow Creek’s secrets are far worse than she ever imagined—and they have no intention of letting her leave.

The world is thrust into crisis as anomalous monsters — Kaiju — emerge from unknown origins. In response, the world's governments unite to form the Global Anomaly Response Coalition (G.A.R.C.), a joint task force dedicated to uncovering the source of these beasts and eradicating them. Armed with the combined military might of every nation, G.A.R.C. stands as humanity's final line of defence against total extinction. But with every battle, the Kaiju grow stronger, their purpose shrouded in mystery. Can G.A.R.C. uncover the truth behind these despicable creatures before it's too late, or will humanity be trampled underfoot by monsters beyond comprehension?