One Last Gift Book

Elion Hayes never planned on being hunted. He was just a university student scraping by, no real direction, no grand purpose—until a night out turned into a waking nightmare. Because apparently, were-beasts or beast-men are real, they’re everywhere, and they don’t appreciate humans getting in their way. Now, Elion is on the run with a 'cowboy' from another world (yes, really), a best friend who’s way too excited about all of this, and a growing list of reasons to regret every life choice that led him here. At the center of it all? The Beast Rings—ancient artifacts infused with the power of monsters. Some grant strength beyond human limits. Others corrupt, turning their wielders into nightmares. And the Lord, the shadowy figure pulling the strings, plans to unleash thousands of them across the world. Elion isn’t a warrior. He doesn’t have some legendary bloodline or divine blessing. He’s just learned about Mana Gates and barely unlocked the first three of the 118 Mana Gates that allow someone to tap into their true power and to control the Beast Rings. Before he could gain any real progress, the Lord’s most elite enforcers—the Zodiacs—and all kinds of beast-men are already closing in. The mission? Retrieve the corrupted Beast Rings before they fall into the wrong hands. Defy the Lord’s plan before the world is overrun. Survive long enough to figure out why, out of everyone, he’s been thrown into the middle of this. He and Jordan may not have been prepared for any of this, but their new ally, Ronan, isn’t giving them a choice. If they don’t fight back? The world as they know it is done. What to Expect: [+] Weak-to-Strong Protagonist – Elion starts at zero, but survival means learning fast. [+] Shapeshifters & Monster Battles – Think were-beasts, but worse. [+] Clear Progression – Unlockable powers, evolving abilities, and high stakes. [+] A Race Against Time – The Beast Rings are spreading, and humanity is not ready. [+] Ancient Powers & Forbidden Arts – 118 Mana Gates to unlock, each one unlocking something deeper. [+] Humor Meets High-Octane Action – Snark, survival, and a world that doesn’t play fair. [+] Massive World-Building & Hidden Secrets – The Beast Rings didn’t start in this world… and neither did the war. The first mistake? Getting involved. The second? Thinking he has a choice.

Selene Mooncrest, the Luna of the Silverthorn Pack, was married to Lucian Silvershade, his father's Beta, as per her father's dying wish. Though it was a forced marriage, Lucian unable to let go of his obsession, claimed her as his own. However, everything changed when Damien Blackthorn, the outcasted Lycan Alpha, set his sights on Silverthorn. Lucian being gone for a year when returned from the war Selene feared living her nightmares...again but this time, something was changed. They say that the fight was over but she realized her fight was far from over. Selene felt the ground beneath her tremble. The decision had been made for her, but she was about to face the consequences of a choice that she never made. Will Selene be able to escape Lucian's claws? or Damien's arrival change the course of Selene's fate? Will she be able to find love in the midst of her miseries, or will she become a pawn in this deadly game? Read on to witness Selene's battle for survival, freedom, and maybe even love. ___*___*___*___ Tropes: Dark fantasy romance Morally Grey ML Grumpy x Sunshine Strangers to lovers Smut

The story follows Ilyas Al-Bey, a Dhampir living amongst humans as a mercenary. After a vampire managed to make it into the human walls, Ilyas dealing with it caused him more trouble than he'd imagine. Discovering a looming war on the horizon, he has to put his former skills as a mercenary to use in order to survive on a battlefield and protect those he holds close.

Trong một thế giới hậu tận thế bị tàn phá bởi những thực thể bí ẩn mang tên Kanju, nhân loại đang trên bờ vực tuyệt chủng. Các quốc gia sụp đổ, những thành phố tráng lệ giờ chỉ còn là đống đổ nát, và con người phải trú ẩn trong các khu vực an toàn được bảo vệ bởi những tổ chức quân sự hùng mạnh. Rin Asakura, một cô gái trẻ mang trong mình quá khứ bí ẩn, là một trong những chiến binh ưu tú của tổ chức Aegis – lực lượng chuyên chiến đấu chống lại Kanju. Cô sở hữu một CleanBot đặc biệt có hình dạng như một Valkyrie cơ khí, được trang bị vũ khí tối tân và có thể sử dụng sức mạnh vượt xa công nghệ hiện tại. Trong hành trình của mình, Rin dần khám phá ra những bí mật về nguồn gốc của Kanju, âm mưu đằng sau cuộc chiến, và những điều ẩn giấu trong chính bản thân cô. Khi một sự kiện chấn động xảy ra, cô bị cuốn vào một vòng xoáy của những lựa chọn sinh tử, nơi mà mỗi quyết định có thể thay đổi số phận của toàn bộ nhân loại.

Strange things start happening after Maria Summers wins her Tennis Championship Finals. Caleb, her twin brother takes her, Madison, her bestfriend, and Cyrus out to celebrate when suddenly she starts hearing voices. At first she pays them no mind thinking it's just mind games until they come back...louder and stronger which then results in her hurting her brother. Later on she finds out that she's getting her powers back but they were binded when she was young for a reason and that her friends and brother also have powers too. Too many things happening in one day causes her to freak out a little and then a mysterious man shows up holding her mother as a hostage. What is really going on? Five years later, Maria, Caleb and Madison are taking in and training those that are superhumans, mutants and those who can also do magic. Maria's on a search for the man who killed her mother and trying to get to the bottom of whatever he's planning, Caleb worries about his sister's health, Madison tries to keep the house intact, the kids and everyone safe and people from the past start turning up. What's in store for these three? Well start reading to find out ;)

It's New Year's Eve, and the school is having another celebratory dinner, just like the day they arrived. And in the end, the local Santa Claus, Joz-Keragg, is invited to give the schoolchildren presents. The presents turned out to be strange, but are they as useless as they seem at first sight? And soon after the holiday, the school holds a tournament for the title of Best Young Magician. But is it worth hoping for a victory for those who are trying to play fair, if the rules change on the fly, and the organizer of the tournament openly favors his favorites? In a critical situation, sometimes abilities awaken that you didn't even know you had. Tim is no exception, although his gift, which was very opportune, turned out to be very unusual...

An epic and every-growing anthology! A collection of wild, weird, and wondrous tales that will intertwine with time! The world of Enverdolmal is on the edge of war as dark and menacing powers begin to make their moves from the Shadows, slowly tilting the balance of Aether -the magical energy that fuels everything in existence- in their favor.  Demons test their prison seals... Witches gather seeking chaos and anarchy... Monsters are on the march under strange and unknown banners... The long-lost Elemental Dragons are due to return... Our story is told through the eyes of approx. 15 characters, starting with a knight by the name of Bastion Ridder who finds himself in the middle of it all. Garth Verlore -the famous and sprawling school where he was set to teach- falls under siege by forces that no one seemed to see coming, and he must do all that he can (while fighting alongside staff and students alike) to see to it that he doesn't become the one last knight... With classes like "Dragon Slaying 101" and "Goblin Battle Tactics" Bastion knew that this would be no small feat... It all started so well, but eventually everyone falls...Be it in love or war. Or even the classroom! Knights & Mages. Dragons & Goblins. Spirits & Demons & Witches And so very much more awaits you in this tale of triumph, chaos, love, war, betrayal, and loss. Are you ready to turn one last page? Read one last story? lose one last knight? -----

In the ethereal lands of Elnervale, where the winds had gone twisted through the woodland, Milena Ferlin lives a quiet and graceful life at the farm with her humbling Grand Aunt Dawn, and her curious little cousin Alena. The farm nestled by a short distance from the palace, providing food and supplies for the towering Duke Laurus de Vanstein -a man who values respect, perfection and equality. Milena's days are spent caring for the crops, devouring pages, caring for her little cousin Alena, and visiting the orphanage once a week. Life may be simple yet it was beautiful for Milena. Then the crisis suddenly went crawling in at the Ferlin Farm. Meat suddenly went dry, crops had withered, slowly decaying the farm faster than nature should allow. Until then, the duke himself sets foot in their farm to take care of the crisis -when suddenly he is fascinated by the captivating beauty of Milena which will soon become an obsession of the great duke. Then on, Milena slowly becomes closer to the palace due to the duke's commands, but in return - dark truths starts unravel making Milena confused to whether claim justice or to run away from the web of the duke's manipulation. This stories tells about a conflict of possession and genuine feelings whilst fighting for retribution of Elnervale's Legacy.

Survival is a game in which every mistake can cost a life. Astra Caelus had it all - status, influence and a future mapped out by her father, one of the most powerful generals in Atlantis. But when she fled her home planet, all of that became a distant memory. Now, hunted by her own family and the most dangerous corporation in the galaxy, she has one goal: to reach Earth and discover the truth that they tried to hide from her. But for that, she needs a pilot. Alex Varneas is a man who could be a legend if he wanted to be. A former soldier, a cynical mercenary, someone who will do anything if the price is right. When Astra makes him an irresistible offer, he knows one thing: this is going to be bad. But money is money. Their journey quickly turns into a deadly race, where they are the prey and every system can be a trap. Someone knows who Astra is. Someone knows what her father is hiding. And if the truth comes out, it could be not only Earth that burns, but the entire galaxy "Astra" is an action-packed space opera where political intrigue, relentless chases and cynical humor intertwine in a story about loyalty, betrayal and boundaries that cannot be undone. Are you ready to cross the threshold of the stars? Perfect for fans of "Mass Effect", "The Expanse" and "Cowboy Bebop".

Di kerajaan Eldoria, Putri Lysandra hidup dalam kemewahan istana, tetapi hatinya selalu merindukan petualangan. Suatu malam, sebuah tabung kaca kecil jatuh dari langit dan pecah di hadapannya. Dari dalamnya, kabut aneh berkilauan menyelimuti tubuhnya—dan sebelum ia bisa bereaksi, sesuatu masuk ke dalam dirinya. Tanpa ia sadari, ia kini menjadi wadah bagi sebuah AI nano machine, teknologi canggih dari peradaban luar angkasa yang tak dikenal. Pada awalnya, AI ini mengikuti protokol militer yang kaku, tetapi semakin lama ia berinteraksi dengan Lysandra, ia mulai berubah—memunculkan kesadaran yang lebih dari sekadar mesin. Namun, kehadiran teknologi asing ini tidak luput dari perhatian. Ketika serangkaian serangan misterius mengguncang istana dan Raja Eldoria hampir terbunuh oleh senjata bercahaya biru, Lysandra menyadari bahwa dirinya telah menjadi target banyak pihak. Pengkhianat bersembunyi di dalam istana, dan musuh yang lebih besar mengintai dari balik bayangan. Saat ia berusaha mengungkap kebenaran, Lysandra menghadapi dilema: Apakah ia masih seorang putri biasa, ataukah ia telah menjadi sesuatu yang lebih? Dan ketika AI dalam tubuhnya mulai melanggar protokol untuk melindunginya, Lysandra tahu bahwa takdirnya telah berubah selamanya. Dunia ini belum siap menerima teknologi luar angkasa—tetapi Lysandra tidak punya pilihan selain menghadapinya.

Haruto Kisaragi has never been one for attachments. Detached and indifferent, he drifts through high school without purpose, believing that nothing truly matters in the long run. To him, life is a series of predictable routines, and emotions are just unnecessary distractions. Then he meets Yuki Hanashiro. Yuki is his complete opposite—bright, impulsive, and full of life. She refuses to leave him alone, pulling him into ridiculous adventures, from chasing the first snowfall to sending letters to their future selves. No matter how much he tries to keep his distance, her warmth begins to crack the walls he’s built around himself. But Yuki has a secret. Her time is limited. As the seasons change, Haruto finds himself caught between the fear of losing her and the overwhelming need to hold onto what they have. Together, they create memories that will last a lifetime—memories that will remind him that even fleeting moments can be eternal. Because sometimes, even if spring must end, it doesn’t mean the story has to.

Impossible wasn't for me, I was god made Man. I didn't know who I was, I had no feeling of that power, now they need me,an entire race, the entire continent. You can't imagine the chaos that issues,the battle between brothers for power, the greed of men and envy of women, the Evil children think and I am in between it all. My mission, protect Africa and it's heritage, but here's the thing who will protect me??

When the rebellious youngest son of a multi - million dollars company in the city gets sent to another city in the country - hours from home to complete his high school education as punishment, meets his orphaned and maltreated long lost childhood sweetheart, and saviour, barely managing to survive and continue her education with a partial memory loss and a horrifying past that made her fear almost every one, the bumpy road to winning her trust and love begins. How is Michael going to deal with the truth of his family having a hand in her parents' death and their insistence on her not being good enough for him, with them being keen on keeping them apart? Is he going to continue with his rebellion and keep protecting her from his family and other enemies that kept rising along the journey? Or give up on his love? How will he keep Stella when she regains her memories and remembers he had ignored her pleas for his help when her mother had been lying in her own blood, dying from when his older brother had knocked her over with his car? With the final blow of the unexpected truth of his birth and inheritance rights, will he be able to find his biological parents and his twin sisters? " I WILL BE POSTING THIS STORY ON RoyalRoad.Com." https://www.royalroad.com/profile/655444/fictions.

The story follows Seris, a former guardian of a ruined city, now stripped of her title, her memories, and her purpose. The Bleeding has altered her body, her mind, and her very soul. She is haunted by visions of a place she once called home—a place she can't remember but feels deeply connected to. All she knows is that a dark force, an unnamed god of the Hollow, is slowly consuming the remnants of Ashwael, and she is somehow tied to its undoing.

----------------------------------------------------------- WHILE READING THIS HEAR THE SONG := UBW by Hideyuki Fukasawa, it will be a good experience(I will write only when I hear that) ----------------------------------------------------------- It is a story about a young orphan boy but who inherited the power of the ancient hero god(self proclaimed god), this world is already nearing it's ending, humans greed won't be subdued by anything, and the great calamity once again going to befall upon humans. It will be a great test for their persistence, yet the responsible heroes are playing cards, gambling for entertainment, would humanity survive? will it go back to normal like before cataclysm? hope is a sin for ordinary people... "Wait did I inherit who's inheritance? isn't he the greatest *beep* equal? "what? he is stronger than S class and control *beep* authority?" "He will be the one who can win the final battle and decide the fate of the earth, our final hero! our final hope...." "I will end this war..." He who is the last hope of humanity, a hero who would save the world? time is the only thing can answer this question.... ------------------------------------------------------------ This story has no System, only status window and it is not leveling up in traditional sense, stats will only increased by training or breaking through by external medicines or elixirs or items. ------------------------------------------------------------ Dear readers kindly comment anything in the comment section, it is lonely, to the point I would rather welcome disses openly about this story ------------------------------------------------------------- contact: E-Mail: myriadlion@gmail.com

The Aetyrim are a magical Faerie race, born with magic and hues of all kinds. But a divide lies between them, in the form of Black and White manes. So when Aven Elsgard, an albino aetyr without magic, is chosen by the Crown Prince to go to the Capital, she is at first both bewildered and ecstatic for what lies ahead. But she is encountered by an ancient spirit, one who claims to have lived at the time of when the seven gods still roamed the land, and she must make a choice- one that could save or threaten the world of Aetyria forever.

The world's messed up. Monsters started falling from the sky. Flesh-eating creatures that almost wiped out Humanity.But then, people began to awaken strange abilities—Gifts, they called them. Supernatural powers that gave us a fighting chance. With these new abilities, we fought back, and for a while, it seemed like we were winning. Life slowly started to return to something that resembled normal. That is, until the Curses began. No one knows where they came from or why they started, but one thing was clear: they weren’t Gifts. They were something darker, twisted, as if reflecting the worst parts of humanity. People whispered that the Cursed were dangerous, unstable. Some even believed they were monsters in human skin. I used to think having a Gift would be the best thing that could ever happen to me. I dreamed of it, even. Too bad I didn’t get mine until the darkest moment of my life. And it wasn’t a Gift at all. But hey, like I said before, the world’s messed up.

[Because I loved you so, my beloved mate, I never wished that you would be a nightmare to tell a stranger one day. The same stranger who brought me back to life and gave me the same gift that you took from me .] Blamed for being born is something that our Mc didn't understand why because that is a thing that he did not have control over. But armed with hope for a better life and future he kept collecting the broken pieces of his heart and told himself to keep going and he will be rewarded in the end. But he was slapped with the harsh reality when his mate choose his sister over him, the true mate. Being betrayed by the people you love can destroy the strongest not to mention those who are filled with scars. this story is about growing as a person, becoming stronger to protect the people you love and finding a place to call home. English is my third language so am not good at it, but I will try my best to deliver a Satisfying storyline that you would all like. The story is Mxb please be nice.

Synopsis: If a game starts controlling you, can you survive? Aryan Verma, a pro eSports gamer, is the undisputed champion of the world's best VR MMORPG game, "Overlord’s Arena." But one day, he receives a mysterious VR headset from an unknown company. Out of curiosity, he wears it, and the game begins… literally! But there's a twist: Game Over = Real Death! Quests must be completed, or the System will eliminate him! NPCs aren’t just codes; they think like real humans! Real-world Impact – Every action in the game affects reality!

In a world where suicide is considered salvation, Clara refuses to give in. The Sweepers hunt down anyone who resists, enforcing a brutal law: If you can't do it, we will. But what started as a movement fueled by bored billionaires spirals into something far darker. Clara uncovers a chilling secret—humanity’s extinction was never the end goal. The real plan? A new race of AI-enhanced beings, designed to replace mankind forever. With the last remnants of free will slipping away, Clara must decide: Destroy the AI overlords, even if humanity is already erased? Or risk becoming part of a race with absolutely no free will.

Jin is transferred to a world of superhuman. This world also have gifted people who hold superpower. How will Jin survive and thrive to get a place he deserves in this world with genius and gifted person everywhere. How will Jin live in a academy full of competition will jin be able to make a place for himself and find a position he diserve. or he will be lost in the competition. This is my first original novel. the cover do not belong to me.

Sophie Ortiz has had to grow up much faster than most 18 year-old girls in New York City. With an alcoholic step- father and a mother in constant financial distress, Sophie carries a heavy burden that forces her to juggle school, work, family and friendships – leaving little time for herself.  So when a handsome stranger walks into her life one summer afternoon, she flushes, her heart skips a beat, and… she dismisses him, thinking she doesn’t have the time for a relationship. But her heart and his persistence convince her otherwise. Sophie is about to come of age, and in so doing will learn a painful, heartbreaking lesson – that monsters are indeed real, and the scariest ones are those with whom you share your heart."

"Feeling like you don't belong in a place is one thing, but actually knowing that the life you're living isn't yours is entirely different. Everything around you feels alien, from your name to your body, even your parents. This is what Amaris must face after waking up in a hospital in South Korea, with only the memory of her true name and her language, Spanish. Unable to understand anything, she must try to adapt to this new life while trying to figure out who she was before and where her original body is, all without being able to share her secret with anyone."

Holly Von Heist as put between a rock and hard place when she is forced to choose between her family and the man she loves flowing her heart she leaves a child home to fight for the love she feels for the man she loves and plans to build a life with the question is will it be as she wants it or will it be the worst mistake of her life .....

A boy with unknown origins appears in a cave, completely abandoned. And whether it be from fortunate or unfortunate circumstances, he comes across Krieus; the dark dragon. Who is currently on the run from the dragon empire. He decides to take Areon under his wing even though it’s ridiculously risky. Since dragons are unanimously hated world-wide. There is basically no where he can take this child without them being hated together. But at least they have each other, right? And the big strong dragon can protect the little munchkin… That’s only the case most of the time. Because where Krieus just wants to live a quiet life, Areon is always answering the call of life-threatening adventure.

CQ 2024 entry. When Lithe Hildebrand hires Zen Starke to retrieve stolen property belonging to the Maximillian Tribe nothing goes according to plan. Lithe, a workaholic and perfectionist, convinces Zen to let him go on the dangerous mission with him for fear that if mishandled it could ruin his reputation and career. Intrigued, Zen is determined to keep his potential mate by his side at all costs. For he’s never met anyone as captivating and sensuous as Lithe. When Lithe’s life is threatened, Zen makes a bargain to protect Lithe if he pretends to be his fiancé. Pressed for time, Lithe agrees since Zen is nothing like the media portrays him to be. As a recessive omega he finds the dominant alpha irresistibly charismatic and fiercely loyal. The problem is the feelings are mutual. Despite their differences, the lovers embark on a dangerous quest that gets them more than they bargain for when they encounter murder, deception and the gift of everlasting love.