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In 2035, humanity's technological progress is interrupted by the arrival of monolithic black Spires in every major city. Days later, these structures activate, offering access to the Intergalactic Virtual Simulation Network—the Zynthar Expanse. This immersive virtual reality promises a galaxy of alien species, a functioning economy, and the ability to manifest virtual items in the real world. But as humanity dives into this new reality, they must confront the blurring lines between the virtual and real, the motives of their alien benefactors, and the potential consequences of their newfound power.

The little security guard, Qin Yu, was chosen by a glamorous and wealthy CEO to become her personal bodyguard. Little did he know, this glamorous and wealthy CEO had a double identity, and was actually his wife from a flash marriage a year ago, registered and all. Neither of them recognized the other, but as they lived together day and night, one awkward situation followed another. They had become the most familiar pair of stranger spouses!

Love at first sight or just a pervert in sight? Kaito Kobayashi’s high school dream of Tokyo crashes when he’s forced to share his apartment with Misaki Okada, the girl who thinks he’s a pervert after their awkward first encounter. Things get even crazier when Kaito finds out his new roommate is now also his classmate! Forced to stay close, fate's cruel design, will this chaos lead to a future divine? Or will Kaito be known as the unluckiest guy of all time?

A/N: I don't do a lot of hand-holding, so you have to figure out the subtle and not-so-subtle stuff. Good luck. One early spring day, Alum and his classmates fell victim to a spatial quake—descending to Lethren—the strongest line of defense. The students gained magical abilities—not to be heroes, but just because it was expected. Even with the supernatural, Alum seemed aloof but more mellow—his world hadn’t changed, but the same couldn’t be said for those around him. However… that changed—he fell in love with a Saint at first sight. Saint Amethely, despite being new to the role, is loved by everyone. She is sweet, caring, and elegant but has to carry the grand legacy of her Grandmother, the previous Saint. Despite that, she was still a shy girl, slightly clumsy, with no romance experience. But only a few knew of her awkward side. So how could he make an elegant Imperial Saint fall for him…? He, who in this world was but a nobody? There were a few options—become recognizable. Except… the shy girl Amethely had already fallen in love at first sight—Alum being the culprit. An aloof youth whose world changed and an elegant Imperial Saint, how would their love blossom? But… change was never easy for someone like him. Whichever world—his was never kind. Even in this beautiful and vibrant world—incredible magic beasts and abominations were cruel and unyielding. Schedule: weekend or either Mon/Wed

--- "In a world where virtual reality reigns supreme, one man faces an impossible choice: to surrender his humanity to an all-encompassing VRMMORPG in the hope of saving his world. As he ventures deeper, the lines between virtual and real begin to blur, and every decision pulls him further from the life he once knew. Will his sacrifice be the key to a brighter future—or the end of everything he holds dear?" ---

Twin siblings how die in the line of duty in their first life. And they are reincarnated in another world magic.

Various one-shot fanfics of bts maknae line. There maybe twoshot stories too.

What happens when, in the midst of struggling to keep up with life, you suddenly discover that you were a princess in a past life? Now, you're just a waitress with a drunken mother and a pile of bills to pay. But deep down, you know one thing: you’ll find the stupid jerk responsible for ending your royal life, no matter what it takes. Alexia POV: Then there are the spoiled, narcissistic rich jerks who think their daddy's car gives them a free pass to treat women like objects. Not today, Satan. These guys are like walking perfume ads with egos bigger than their bank accounts. I swear, they should just marry themselves—they're clearly their own type. When one of those jerks lands at my table, I can smell the entitlement from a mile away. I don't even wait for the inevitable sleazy pickup line or the "accidental" brush of their hand against mine. Nope. I pawn them off on one of the other waiters faster than you can say "unpaid rent."

In his previous hollow life, Alek was a nobody. After a freak accident (getting rammed by a garbage truck) he gets transported to another world. And not only that, but he becomes the vessel of an ancient evil feared by the mass. Now, granted the opportunity to experience a more eventful life, Alek will waste not a single second to enjoy and make the most of it in the most unhinged and unorthodox way he's never been able to. Well... that's what he hopes. Unfortunately, he has zero to no experience with basic human interaction. Along with his obliviousness, he must go through his new life with the dark and unsettling vibe the people around him think he has. A dark fantasy/comedy about an awkward idiot and his shenanigans.

Susanna Dewell, an 18 year old from Washington encounters her unprecedented love journey that arises from a lead awkward situation. She falls in love for the first time but she has to undergo the dangers associated with the path she chose. Can she be able to bear all the pain, betrayal, bitterness? Can she handle the expenses of love?

This is a story of survival, redemption, and the fragile line between destruction and renewal in a world forever changed.

When a billionaire tech mogul and a brilliant literature student with a secret collide, their winter road trip will test the limits of trust, jealousy, and love. He's the grumpy, overprotective CEO who's always had everything under control-until she walked into his life. She's the sunshine in the chaos, the hidden novelist who's been keeping her talent a secret. They've known each other since childhood, but years of tension and unspoken feelings have turned them into frenemies.

Ned Forester’s life hit rock bottom when his royal status was exposed as a mix-up and his only talent turned out to be spectating. Banished from the palace and stuck in the slums, he’s just trying to survive mosquitoes, awkward family dinners, and society’s ridicule. But when his broken family heirloom—a suspiciously glowy watch—comes to life, Ned stumbles into a mystery that changes his life. Armed with his wit, his “useless” talent, he might just prove that even a spectator can take center stage.

When Hasegawa suspects that Maki is hiding her visit to the Miyamoto Festival, his investigation uncovers Daichi, who is linked to the tragic death of Horie Mio, a sensational young idol. Drawn by this dark connection, Hasegawa sets out to unearth the truth. However, as he delves deeper, his focus shifts—he finds himself captivated not by Daichi’s secrets, but by the allure of Daichi’s enigmatic personality, blurring the lines between curiosity and something far more personal.

In Between the Lines, Lily Hayes, a guarded writer, meets James Calloway, a charming editor, and their professional collaboration sparks an intense and passionate romance. As boundaries blur and emotions deepen, secrets from James’ past and Lily’s insecurities threaten to tear them apart. Set in the high-stakes world of publishing, this story explores love, vulnerability, and the risk of trusting someone with your heart. Will they find their happy ending, or will their love story remain unwritten?

After encountering a tragic heartbreak and on the verge of giving up Axel finds himself in the middle of a dangerous situation. The world has been sealed off and the only chance at freedom is to play the survival games given by a strange administrator. The rules are simple, survive and live, fail and die. Axel will decide on what path he chooses to live, the lines between sanity and madness will be drawn. Only one can survive.

Axel Cross is the underground racing king, who lived all his life on the edge. Leaving his rivals in dust and law in his rearview mirror, Axel thought that his life would continue as long as he had gas and wheels to fuel it. But, in one wrong move, a trap crept in on him without warning. Kidnapped and sold in some shad.ow auction, his freedom was torn off and given into the hands of Selene Luxford-a billionaire whose beauty matched her ruthless control. She treats Axel as just another commodity, a piece in the game of maintaining her hold over her empire. But what she doesn't anticipate is that he would be a fiercely strong opponent, nor the intense attraction that ignites between them. As Axel makes attempts to escape her iron claw, he begins to learn about the darkness in Selene's past—things that tie her to his world in ways neither can even think of. Once a deadly opponent with personal vendetta, Viktor Kane could do everything to destroy everything that Axel and Selene worked towards. In this unlikely association, they must join their strengths to take him down, but as their partnership builds, so does their closeness, blurring all lines between captor and captive. Together, they will face betrayals racing against time and confront those scars that define them. When loyalty is rarer than water and freedom comes at a price, can two broken souls find redemption in each other, or will the finish line tear them apart?

Rael, a young nerd and otaku, never imagined he would one day be dragged into a fantasy world. When a summoning ritual performed by an orc tavern keeper, Carnelia, goes wrong, instead of summoning a strong, muscular being to help her, he appears: a thin, awkward human. With no combat or magical abilities, Rael seems like a complete failure for Carnelia's mission. Follow Rael as he uses unconventional methods to survive in this dangerous jungle.

In a world where two rival families, the Moreles and Winters, have been at war for generations, Rania Morales is forced to marry Asher Winter, the son of her mother's killer. Rania's half sister, Lyra, had previously rejected Asher as a potential partner, viewing him as weak and unfit to lead the pack. Instead, Lyra chose Asher's brother, Thane, as her partner, and manipulated their parents into arranging Rania's marriage to Asher. Rania, still scarred from her mother's death and Lyra's mistreatment, is initially resistant to the union, for she always dreamt of being with Ethan, the grandson of her godmother and the man she had hoped to marry. Asher, too, is indifferent to Rania, seeing the marriage as a political necessity. However, as they spend more time together, Rania begins to realize that Asher is not the weakling everyone thought him to be. In fact, he is the strongest and most capable leader of their generation, destined to become the head of the pack. Feelings blossom within her for Asher and her hatred turns into love and desire for him, but their growing bond is threatened by Lyra's jealousy and Thane's ambition. Lyra realizes her mistake and becomes increasingly envious of Rania's relationship with Asher and plot's to take Asher for herself and become his wife, while Thane who habors his own hatred for Asher seeks to bring his brother down and take the pack's leadership for his own. As tensions rise, Rania must navigate her complicated emotions and allegiances, all while confronting the dark secrets of their families' past and her own biases. Can Rania and Asher's love overcome the forces working against them? Will she be be able to forgive Asher's family and accept her growing feelings for him, or will the wounds of the past and the machinations of those around them tear them apart?

For centuries, the kingdoms of Sylvaris and Tharavos have been locked in bitter enmity, their lands drenched in the blood of war. Princess celestine of Sylvaris has been raised to despise everything Tharavos stands for—its ruthless conquests, its cold-hearted rulers, and above all, its prince, Kaelen. But when a greater threat looms on the horizon, an unthinkable alliance is forged. Bound by a treaty she cannot refuse, celestine is thrust into an arranged marriage with Prince kaelen—a man as infuriating as he is enigmatic. Caught between her duty to her people and her forbidden love for Valarian, a fierce and loyal mercenary from her homeland, Celestine must navigate the treacherous waters of Tharavos’s court. Assassins, conspiracies, and whispers of betrayal threaten her at every turn. Yet, as she unravels the layers of Tharavos’s dark history, she begins to see the prince in a new light. Can Celestine bridge the divide between their kingdoms, or will the lines drawn by hatred and love tear her apart? With hearts and thrones at stake, one question remains: Who will she choose when duty and desire collide?

The novel Chronicles of the Hero of Frosimar is a story about the failures of the protagonist not the successes. “It’s not good.” The First Emperor, who conquered the whole world, closed his eyes with a brief appreciation (after reading the novel). But the moment he opened his eyes again, there were only a few lines about him in the Chronicles of the Hero of Frosimar. This was because he became an imprisoned prince who met death with his first appearance (in the novel).

Theo Lancaster has always led a normal life, unaware that his destiny was sealed from birth. As a baby, he was kidnapped by a witch who attempted to use him in a dark ritual that would have changed his life forever. Rescued at the last minute, Theo grew up knowing nothing of the power within him... until now. Years later, Theo discovers that a demonic power dwells within him, an inheritance from his encounter with the witch and his connection to forces older than he could ever imagine. As his strength is revealed, Theo becomes the target of angels and demons, drawn to his potential and the imbalance it could bring about in the eternal conflict between heaven and hell.

In a modern world where gods and magic are relegated to myth, Ladon’s life takes an unexpected turn. After a string of unfortunate events, he stumbles upon a strange stone buried deep in the earth—one that will open his eyes to hidden realms and powers he never imagined. With this discovery, he’s thrust into a reality that blurs the lines between myth and truth, leading him to question everything he once knew.

They say there's a line between us and them—a wall built on stories of good and evil, of right and wrong. But that line is thinner than you may imagine, a fragile delusion that shatters under the weight of blood and vengeance. For Jin Kang, a hunter consumed by grief, that line disappears the moment Wrath, a sinister entity, takes root in his soul. With each battle, each sacrifice, Wrath offers him power—but at the cost of his humanity. As alliances crumble and enemies blur into shades of grey, Jin is forced to ask: are the ghouls he hunts really so different from him? If there are no heroes or monsters, no good or evil—what is Jin truly fighting for? And when the dust settles, will he still be human enough to care?

What is a thief? Where are the lines of good or evil drawn? In a cruel world like this, the answer is never that simple. Amid the people of Vagis, a youthful and fame hungry Kassius Moore grew up preparing for his future as he strives to reach the top of the world in a way not everyone does; by stealing. The fortune gained is magnificent, the infamy is extraordinary but the cost is immense. Will Kassius be able to reach the top and attain his goal, or will he fall victim to the fate of many other thieves before him?

"Shall I tell you a little secret? But I have to warn you, you won't like it." No one likes spoilers, therefore, I present this to you. "Is it a book filled with spoilers or a book specifically about spoilers?" Read between the lines, that is what you do when you are eager to find out. To figure out a secret, to interpret and keep note of what there is to come. "It is kind of like that, but I would rather refer to it as a compilation or a series." "Or an outline, a note, reminder for what'll end up happening, whatever feels right to you." A story that has only one plot, universe, and meaning is not how you would describe this one. Spoiler though, you'll never be satisfied. /Extra/ "One more thing... None of this is real. Unless you know what exactly is going on."

In the cover of night's darkness,the one who visited Rudiger Was the princess of the very country he was about to invade. Diane tells Rudiger. That she will betray her father and half-brother Who oppress their people. The two had met before. The time they spent together was but a brief moment. That moment alone was enough for them to need each other. Rudiger decided to set Diane free. Diane decided to make Rudiger the true king. Surely, their meeting was destined. "For your sake" "For your sake" Even if they had to throw everything away,they would not regret it. Even, for instance, their very lives. A clumsy tale of love Now begins.

For nine years, he’s been the king of awkward side-glances and silent admiration, hopelessly crushing on her, Mabel Dorothea, from afar. Now, with just nine days before school ends, this socially anxious high schooler, Eric Russel, has to do the unthinkable: actually talk to her. Armed with sweaty palms, zero experience, and a ticking clock, he’s about to embark on the most nerve-wracking mission of his life. Will he find the guts to confess, or will his inner monologue keep roasting him into silence? "Thinking of her... She would either become my wife or my biggest heartbreak"

What happens when you take a socially awkward bulky bouncer and isekai him to an Otome game, we get Eric. An endearingly kind hearted protagonist who looks after his Mistress.

Welcome to ALVAACAD, a prestigious school in the Alvarez Empire, where extraordinary humans with superhuman ExSkills are nurtured. Fire, Gravity, and Petrification are just a few of the extraordinary abilities possessed by these exceptional talents. But what drives these powers - magic, science, or something more? Within ALVAACAD's walls, memories of love, hate, hope, and despair are stored, waiting to be uncovered. Join the chaos as Ish navigates this complex world, where the lines between power and emotion blur.