Picking Around By Emily Rath

Li Yue, a princess from ancient times, was betrayed by the man she once loved—her trusted knight, Lin Cheng. On the eve of her political marriage to a ruthless warlord, a mysterious phenomenon swaps her soul with Song Rui, a modern-day journalist. Struggling to adjust to their new realities, both women attempt to return to their rightful timelines. However, as they uncover secrets from their pasts and presents, their initial desperation to swap back is replaced by something more profound. In the modern world, Li Yue is stunned to discover that Lin Cheng has been reincarnated as a beloved top-tier actor—charming, adored, and seemingly perfect. But beneath his flawless image, he remains the same deceitful, power-hungry man. As she pieces together the dark truths behind his success, Li Yue is faced with a choice: destroy him and expose his lies, or let history repeat itself? Meanwhile, in the past, Song Rui—now trapped in Li Yue’s body—struggles to navigate palace intrigue and the looming marriage to Feng Xuan, a ruthless warlord feared across the land. Initially determined to resist, she slowly begins to see beyond his cold, brutal exterior. But as conspiracies unravel, she realizes that their fates were intertwined long before she arrived. Two women. Two timelines. One twisted destiny. As their souls remain connected through dreams, will they reclaim their own lives, or will love and vengeance rewrite their fates forever?

Zhao Feng was reincarnated into the Qin state during the Warring States period, precisely at the time when the legendary Qin Shi Huang unified the six states. Zhao Feng reached the age for conscription and was assigned to the logistics troops, responsible for battlefield cleanup and corpse retrieval. The logistics troops were not known for their combat prowess and usually handled miscellaneous tasks. However, for Zhao Feng, it was paradise. By touching corpses: +1 Strength, +1 Speed, +1 Physique, +1 Spirit, +1 Longevity By touching elite corpses: +5 Strength, +5 Longevity By killing enemies, the attributes received doubled: +10 Strength, +10 Longevity With the collected attributes, Zhao Feng grew stronger and stronger, capable of breaking down city gates with a single punch and shattering mountains with another. Thanks to the collected longevity, he even achieved immortality. Zhao Feng relished his role in the logistics troops!

"I love you." "But I don’t." Well this should be awkward. Good thing Ace got transmigrated to another world not long after! But wait— "Xiao Zhi, I can't love you. Go find someone else." Did he just wake up to a rejection? Coincidence? But not all hopes lost, maybe the gods above took pity on him because of this. [You have received the standard transmigration package: A system.] "Will it help me find love?" [Maybe hoes.] "Huh? Wha—?" [Go grab a hoe and start farming!] And so begins the beautiful story of Ace tackling anything the author will be throwing into the story. A story where even the author doesn’t quite know what’s going on? Sounds dangerous. "Mother says to marry the person who feeds you." – Liu Mei "Brother says never to accept food from strangers, including street stalls." – Shan Yifeng "Me? Uh... maybe just to live a long life? I'm raising two pigs." – Xiao Zhi (Ace) "Hey!" – Shan Yifeng & Liu Mei.

On a dark and windy night, the legendary military hero Qin Yu found a stunningly beautiful and drunk CEO. From then on, Qin Yu's life was completely transformed...

After successfully graduating with a master's degree and passing the civil service exam, Chen Ying returns to his hometown's Forestry Bureau to become a wildlife rescuer. He thought his daily work would just involve saving animals and petting all sorts of furry creatures, but ever since he saved a leopard and her two cubs, his life has become incredibly busy. No one told him that the leopard's best friend was a giant panda! And that giant panda was pregnant with twins and couldn't eat bamboo because of inflamed gums. Chen Ying had to call a dentist in the middle of the night to help the pregnant panda with dental fillings and cleaning, also providing a prenatal examination. After that day, word spread among the animals in the mountains that a bipedal vet had arrived who could solve all kinds of ailments! Hold on, being single isn't a sickness and can't be cured! What's that, you wish to arrange a meeting with domesticated animals to fix your single status? Well, that might be worth considering. Unbeknownst to Chen Ying, the animal community throughout the country came to know that the bipedal vet from the Apmu Township rescue station could help solve the problem of being single. Seriously, can't we keep this on the down-low? He's a vet, not a matchmaker!

Tian Shen was your average unordinary guy—living a monotonous life. One day, fate (or rather, Truck-kun) decided to grant his wish… by sending him flying into another world at 120 km/h. When he woke up again, he found himself in the body of an outer disciple of the Beast Taming Sect. His talent? Nonexistent. His reputation? Of a molester’s. Just when he thought he was doomed to be cannon fodder, a golden screen appeared before him. 『Ding! Congratulations, Host! You have activated the Attribute System.』 『Congrats host, you killed 5th stage of body refining realm cultivator and gained Qi points ×30.』 『Congrats host, you killed 1th stage of Qi refining realm cultivator and gained Luck points ×80.』 『Absorbed white Attribute orb, gained 1-star sword.』 『Absorbed golden Attribute orb, gained divine Artifact.』 Tian Shen: “…Huh?” Armed with his new system, Tian Shen embarks on a ridiculous journey—casually strolling through battlefields to collect fallen attributes, dodging cultivation technique manuals (which drop on his head), and even trolling young masters into fighting just to farm their stats. But as he levels up in the most absurd way possible, he soon realizes… is he cheating too much? Because now, heavenly tribulations, ancient sects, and hidden experts are all eyeing him. Tian Shen: I am favored by the AUTHOR of this book, you lots can't even handle my shoes. *Rumble**Crackle* Again Tian Shen: I-i was just joking, don't take it seriously. **BOOM**

After years of exhausting work as an editor, constantly meeting impossible deadlines and dealing with frustrating clients, he finally reached the finish line—his long-awaited vacation. No more emails, no more last-minute revisions, just pure, uninterrupted laziness. His perfect plan? Lock himself inside his house, watch his favorite shows, playing video games, sleep to his heart’s content, and embrace a life of pure relaxation. But just as he was about to enjoy the bliss of doing absolutely nothing… he woke up somewhere else. Not just anywhere—but in another world, inside the body of a young noble boy. And not just any noble boy—the second son of a Marquis, notorious for his laziness and bad reputation. Great. Just great. Yet, instead of questioning the absurdity of his situation, he did what he did best—ignored everything and went back to sleep. Unfortunately, the world refused to let him be. --- [System installed...] [Congratulations, Host! You have been chosen as the new candidate of this world.] [Please complete the following task to finish the quest and receive a reward.] [Warning: Failure to complete the quest within the time limit will result in consequences.] [...] [...] [...Host?] [Didn’t you hear what I said?] [WAKE UP!] Zzzzz… And so, his peaceful days were over before they even began. Now, with an annoying system breathing down his neck, a family that already expects nothing from him, and a world filled with power struggles and danger, all he wants is to laze around. But will the world really let him?

A dark curse. Bloody, violent murders. And a long awaited reunion throw Aleksasha's ordered world into disarray. Aleksasha was born to be the perfect noblewoman and then her family was brutally murdered in a conspiracy that spans beyond her years. When she was on the brink of ruin, the brooding Duke Matias Volkov married her when all of the kingdom turned their backs on the cursed daughter of a ruined house. After they exchange vows, Matias leaves Aleksasha to build their hiuse as he fights in a distant battlefield for 10 years. When Matias returns as a war hero he bears both scars and the spoils of war including a stunning and enigmatic woman named Selene. As Aleksasha’s hard-won position as the lady of the estate is threatened, she must confront deepening betrayal. Torn between reclaiming her rightful place and the dangerous allure of a new rival, Aleksasha battles her darkest fears. Long forgotten magic burns within her, desperately seeking release as outside forces strive to rip her marriage and her power apart. Cover Art by Nicoy Guevarra (https://www.nguevarrart.com) Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

Han Ye crossed into the world of a fantasy cultivation epoch, transmigrating into a tenant farmer in Langlang Village. Believing he was doomed to live his life in toil and hardship, he accidentally awakened a destiny called "Accumulated Attributes Released at Once". "Accumulated Attributes Released at Once": Not unlike how constant dripping wears away a stone, or how hard frost forms at three feet not overnight, it allows one to accumulate the attributes of others. Remaining quiet until the moment you choose to release it, one can then shock everyone with their power. In Langlang Village, he worked alongside farmers, and secretly listened to lectures in private schools. "Strength of an Ox +1" "Slightly Versed in Literature and Ink +1" In the Sect's Grand Competition, disciples compete and are selected through observation. "Fire Spiritual Root +1" "Sword Heart Clarity +1" With such assistance, hope ignited within Han Ye. He steadily developed, diligently accumulated attributes and improved his strength to allow himself to transform, growing stronger in silence. That year, the gears of fate began to turn. No one expected that the tranquil world of immortal cultivators, which had remained peaceful for ten thousand years, would begin to descend into chaos! As the Heavens collapsed, the great powers emerged; immortals descended, sparking a war between the righteous and the demonic. No one could have imagined that a humble tenant farmer from those years past could rise to become Han the Respected One, feared by the world.

[COMPLETED] Abigail Snow accidentally caught her fiancé being intimate with her sister. She learned that her fiancé had only used her to advance his business and had never truly loved her. Heartbroken, Abigail called off the engagement and left everything behind to start a new life with nothing. At her lowest point, she met Sawyer, a hidden tycoon who helped her rebuild her life and seek justice against those who made her suffer. As Abigail begins to fall in love with Sawyer, his childhood sweetheart reappears, causing doubt and confusion for her. _____ Author Novel: 1. DAMN! I FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM (Completed) 2. The Bride Of Immortal Crown Prince (Completed) 3. Rebirth: Dancing In My Destiny (Completed) 4. The Billionaire's Genius Wife (Completed) 5. Rebirth As The Vampire Lord's Wife (Completed) 6. My Billionaire Ex-Husband Chase Me Back (Completed) 7. Betrayed by Fiance, Embraced by Hidden Tycoon (Completed) _____ How to contact me: >> Instagram account: authorpurplelight >> FB Page: Author_Purplelight >> Join my Discord Server: https://bit.ly/purplelightserver _____ Notes: The book cover belongs to the author. Please don't reuse it!

Dylan pulled back when Olivia used her hands to push his head closer to her. The blazing stare he gave burnt her soul directly, "Pull my head one more time and I'll fuck you while hanging you from the ceiling. " he blurted out without any remorse. Olivia, once the epitome of love and sacrifice, now seeks vengeance. Sold out by her beloved, she's imprisoned and humiliated. But Olivia's true identity as a billionaire's girlfriend and heiress to a powerful family will be her instrument of revenge. Those who wronged her will pay, cry, and regret it.

Emily has joined the police force to protect people's interest. But eversince a horrific case arose a topic amongst citizens, she must find a way to stop it. However, after she came across a mysterious man on one of her expeditions, her life is bound to take another turn from normal, the way she'd preferred it. Would Emily be able to survive this surreal world? /sorry for the poor synopsis,... trust me, the you do wanna take a look at the book. would update this later./

“P-please let me go..” I stammered and before I knew it, I was word vomiting while crying. “—I won’t return. You won’t ever see me again. I know you don’t want me as a mate. You hate me, so please let me go.” I cried out. Cain’s jaw tightened with each word that left my lips “What gave you the idea that you have the power to choose what you want?” His voice was low, “You don’t get to decide what, how, and when you leave. Only I get to do that. You don’t get to leave me, you don’t get to run! You only leave when I want you to.” "I didn’t ask for this,” I whispered, trembling. “I didn’t ask to be your mate.” Cain stepped back, “Neither did I,” he muttered under his breath. “But the bond doesn’t give us a choice, does it?” ~~~~ As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

[WSA 2025] Call of Waifu: The more women you have in your team, the more powerful you will be. Build the best team possible and become the hero that lies within you. The King of the Harem was the most powerful character in the game Call of Waifu, enjoying glory, honor, and wealth. But one day, someone appeared, introducing himself as the "Player," and dragged him into his plans to save the world. He eventually died, losing his 300 wives and 700 concubines. Upon his death, facing the great enemy threatening the world, he awakened a system: "You are recognized as the new Player." However, he didn’t get the chance to use this new power. The King of the Harem was reincarnated 1,000 years later and discovered that his wives were also living their lives, scattered across the world. Save the world? I don’t care. I’ll take back everything I lost, including my wives. Update Schedule Daily Updates: Two chapter per week 100 Power stones 2 bonus Chapters 200 Golden Tickets 5 bonus Chapters 1 Magic Castle 10 bonus Chapters with any scene of your choice....

--- A hero summoning gone wrong lands Kaito in the middle of Demon Territory instead of the Human Kingdom. Before he can react, a furious young demon girl accuses him of being a pervert and tries to enslave him—only for the strongest Demon King to step in and claim him instead! Now stuck under a dangerously playful Demon Queen, Kaito must figure out how to escape. But thanks to his unpredictable “Unscripted Hero” class, every situation spirals into chaotic misunderstandings! Expect: -A sarcastic, unlucky protagonist -A sassy, unhelpful system -Onee-sans, tsunderes, and demon trouble -Epic moments ruined by Kaito’s own stupidity -A totally "serious" adventure (definitely not comedy) New chapters daily! (7-10 chapters per week!) Enjoyed the chaos?(⁠^⁠^⁠) Leave a comment! Your feedback fuels my insanity.

An action-packed, expandable race that starts in Hollywood, ends in Spain, and later continues. Racing teams partner up and then race from state to state, country to country, and continent to continent, trying to get ahead of the other racers so they can win. If something terrible happens to a racing team, they might get disqualified from the race and then get replaced with another team, but they might be seen again and then get let back in the race.

Princess Thalia, a knight in training, embarks on a journey into the cursed land of the Welch, where vampires and magical creatures roam. There, she meets Kaelen, the son of the first vampire, and the two are bound by an undeniable love. When Kaelen turns Thalia into a vampire to be with her forever, their union sets off a chain of events that threatens to shatter both worlds. As darkness rises, Thalia must choose where her loyalties lie and how far she’s willing to go to protect those she loves.

In a world where magic defines worth and bloodlines dictate destiny, Speed Blackthorn is the underdog no one believes in. Mocked by his family, ridiculed by guards, and deemed unworthy of the Blackthorn legacy, his future seems bleak—until a fateful encounter changes everything. On a perilous journey to a humble school for misfits, Speed discovers a mysterious black book tied to his birthmark, unlocking an ancient power thought to be extinct: Spirit magic. As Speed grapples with his newfound strength, whispers of his awakening spread, catching the attention of powerful enemies—and unlikely allies, including Cassey, a calculating leader from the secretive Shadow Warrior Guild. But in a land teeming with dangerous monsters, political intrigue, and a relentless pursuit of power, Speed must rise beyond the ridicule and prove himself. Will he embrace his destiny as a force that could reshape the kingdom, or will the weight of his magic and the secrets of his bloodline consume him?

NOTE: THIS IS ALL FANFIC OUT OF MY IMAGINATION. Sean Xiao (Xiao Zhan. I'll direct him as such in this novel it might be a short story or maybe longer than I expected let's hope and read together) Sean Xiao and Wang jie(Wang yibo. I'll also direct him as such in the novel). are twins born on the same day. Sean, was just few seconds older than Wang jie. But they were separated due to an unexpected event which was still strange to the Xiao family. In summary, this is a story about two un-identical twin brothers who were separated... I'm even confused with the summary. I only have the idea. I suggest you read and enjoy. Additional note: no r-rated events maybe cuss words but I'll try to be as innocent as I've claimed to be. I'm an innocent mind. just enjoy the brothers who go through ups and downs with great turn of events and later of course, a reassured fate. _____________________________________ Remember to support your lovely author.

Mother Nature created us equal. There has to be two for everything, even once alone. These stories talk about a love lost, the frustration and the healing from a lost love. Some stories might be real. Some stories might be in my imagination. Some stories, a scape from reality. You judge. Share your thoughts....

Fated by Magic Two kingdoms at war. Two warriors destined to hate. But fate has other plans. In the battle-scarred lands of Eldoria and Veyloria, magic is both a weapon and a curse. Tristan Everhart, Eldoria’s fiercest warrior, wields destruction like a storm unstoppable, merciless, and feared. Lena, the gifted healer of Veyloria, possesses the rare ability to mend even the deepest wounds. Raised to despise each other, they meet on the battlefield as sworn enemies. But when a forgotten prophecy binds their fates together, they are forced into an uneasy alliance. As they uncover the hidden truth behind the war and the Celestial Core, their magic begins to intertwine creating a force neither kingdom can control. Love was never an option. Yet in the chaos of war, their hearts betray them. Now, they must decide: obey duty and destroy each other… or defy fate and risk everything. In a world where magic chooses sides, will love be their greatest power or their ultimate downfall?

A high school drop-out named Hoshino Meiko is 16 years old while he isn't going to school he makes up for it by working long hours at a restaurant to provide for his younger sisters Aida Meiko, Yuena Meiko, and Haise Meiko. Sometimes

"Bound by Obsession" Genre: Dark Romance | Billionaire Romance | Obsession Hermione Isabelle Vale, a sharp, ambitious lawyer, never expected her life to be upended by a billionaire with a dangerous obsession. Dylan Alexander Voss, the enigmatic CEO of Voss Enterprise, becomes fixated on her after their first charged encounter at an exclusive party. But Dylan isn’t the type to let go. He wants her—body, mind, and soul. When he offers her a powerful position within his company, Hermione finds herself drawn into a web of power, control, and undeniable attraction. As Dylan’s obsession grows, so does the tension between them, blurring the lines between business and desire. Hermione’s fierce independence is tested, but Dylan is relentless—he’ll stop at nothing to make her his. In a world where obsession is the ultimate power, will Hermione be able to break free—or will she be bound to him forever?

The light of the fireplace cast long shadows on the wall, the fire reflected in the eyes of the woman sitting on the couch with a blanket over her shoulders. She had a bittersweet smile on her face as her mind traveled to the past days, nights long passed, nights she shared with her family when she was a kid. Memories she hoped to bring alive if possible. First story: a story adaptation of a popular folklore in Nigeria; The Princess and the half man; She had sworn on her mother's grave never to be blinded by emotions. But It'd seem she took after her mom in that aspect after all. Throwing all caution to the wind just for a man. She had thought she was different from the rest, leave it to reality to smack her back to her senses. Her feelings for her dad was complicated, she could say she hated him, but that was not quite true, no matter what, he was still her father. The one who pampers and gives in to her every whim. She knew it was partly guilt and the fact she was his only daughter out of a battalion of boys that contributed to his attitude towards her. But so what, she didn't care much for affection, all she had cared for was getting what she wanted, and that had been true about her, until now. Authors note: As a kid my dad will always sit us down at night, outside, in the darkness and tell us the most delightful stories of kingdoms long passed, Princesses and princes, magical creatures, much to the delight of us kids. But there's not much of that nowadays. So I want to share these delightful stories with everyone and I hope by doing this, these stories will not get lost in the sands of time. Thank you, have a nice read.

"You were never meant for this world, Alissa." David’s voice was sharp, his piercing gaze locked onto hers. "You think love is enough? In my world, love is a weakness." Alissa’s heart clenched, but she refused to back down. "Then why do you keep chasing me, David? If I’m so wrong for you, let me go." But he didn’t. He never did. From the moment Alissa Hobbs, a poor orphan from the countryside, saved an old billionaire’s life, her fate was sealed. Thrust into the ruthless world of wealth and power, she finds herself working as the secretary to David Humphrey—the cold, dangerously handsome CEO of Morgan Enterprises. David is used to control. Used to women who play by his rules. But Alissa? She’s different. Her innocence is a temptation, her defiance an addiction. His grandfather sees her as the perfect wife, but David refuses to believe in fate… until it’s too late. When jealousy turns into obsession and hidden enemies plot against her, Alissa is framed for a crime that could destroy everything. Betrayed, hunted, and heartbroken, she has no choice but to fight for her place in David’s world. But power has a price. And someone wants Alissa gone—for good.

Never for once has Chloe ever felt such tranquility and a sense of belonging after taking the bold step of finding herself. Ireland wasn't where she had in mind but guess nature's call was way stronger compared to hers. Me, a witch?!, it possibly can't be, not only the fact of me being a witch, not the regular potion brewing kind of witch, I actually happen to be from a royal bloodline of witches known as the 'Blood Flower' known to possess the healing powers and also the ability to raise and communicate with the dead. This is a different level of interesting, guess I'd have to go take up lessons from someone with a much higher experience, who could she possibly meet and say 'Hello, I'm a royal witch, wondering if you could teach me the basics of been a witch, what do you say?"