When Was Naruto Made

What happens when reality starts to bug out and your life as you know it is flipped upside down? Anomalies that couldn't possibly exist start to pop out of nowhere. This was the exact situation Magnus found himself in after a bizarre glitch yanked him from his own universe and tossed him into another. In this new, fantastical world brimming with magic and supernatural phenomena, Magnus's unexpected arrival landed him in possession of the Command Console, a tool that seems to be able to edit almost anything. With it, Magnus creates a variety of supernatural abilities that defy all common sense, even in a world of fantasy. Whether it was one that granted him truly endless strength or the ability to create detailed simulations of reality within his own mind, anything was possible. But Magnus isn't the only instance of such logic-defying abilities. All over the world, glitches are starting to manifest in weird ways: a brick that could knock anything unconscious with a single touch, a child whose perception of the world could affect reality, or even a woman who was, inexplicably, everyone's mother—there seemed to be no rhyme or reason behind any of them. When faced with all of these chaotic elements, Magnus comes to a decision. "Alright, if these are all glitches, then I'll simply have to be the one to fix them." Release Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. (Around 7:11 PM Eastern Standard Time) - This novel is also being posted on Royalroad, and can be read here; https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/84118/when-fantasy-glitches The Royalroad version is 10 Chapters ahead and has the original format.

Jae-hyun has it all — money, looks, confidence. But also? Major loneliness issues he’d never admit out loud. Dae-jin is just trying to survive, juggling classes and late-night delivery runs to stay in school. The last thing he needs is some spoiled rich guy messing with his head. Literally. Because the moment they meet, something weird happens. They can hear each other’s thoughts. Like, full-on mind-reading. No filters. No secrets. It’s awkward. It’s confusing. And it’s about to change everything. A slow-burn BL with banter, longing, and two idiots falling in love in the most unexpected way possible. |Mind connection sounds romantic — until you hear what he’d do to you in the shower.

In the heartbeat of Lagos, where hustle meets heartache, When Love Bleeds tells the raw, unfiltered story of Mike a broke but brilliant developer with big dreams and Danika, a resilient hairstylist caught between love, obligation, and spiritual warning. When a chance meeting by a pool sparks an unexpected connection, the two begin building a fragile romance, pieced together by shared ambition, late-night talks, and small acts of sacrifice. But love in a city like Lagos costs more than words. As financial pressures rise and Danika’s family moves in, Mike finds himself torn between being her hero and losing himself. Then come the signs. An oracle’s cryptic warnings. Nightmares Danika can’t shake. A pregnancy filled with complications. And a loss that breaks them both. As Danika drifts into silence, Mike spirals battling depression, betrayal, and the ghosts of a love he can’t let go. Years pass. Cities change. But some wounds don't heal with distance. When fate brings Mike back to Danika’s hospital bedside, with a child that may not be his but a love that never truly left the two must confront everything they buried. The pain. The sacrifice. The bleeding heart that still beats for each other. Will they choose healing over escape? Redemption over regret? Or has too much already been lost? When Love Bleeds is an emotionally rich, spiritually charged urban love story that explores the quiet heroism of staying, the weight of cultural expectations, and what it truly costs to build a future together when the world and even the spirits seem against you.

Aiden: A Monster Who Craves to Devour, or a Shattered Soul Seeking Salvation? In a world dancing on the edge of madness, Aiden, a police officer with a dark past and a tormented soul, finds himself confronting his inner demons and buried family secrets. Haunted by the memory of a mysterious crime, Aiden seeks redemption, but fate throws Sera into his path, a girl with deep sorrow in her eyes, pursued by voices from the past and threats from an unknown killer who has placed her "on the map." As their destinies intertwine in a vortex of danger, Luna, a deranged woman who claims to love Aiden in a deadly way, emerges to further complicate the scene. In the shadows, a new maniac lurks, seeing Sera as his next prey, planning to possess her at any cost. Can love blossom amidst this madness? And will Aiden be able to protect Sera from the enemies who lie in wait for her, and from himself? Immerse yourself in a story full of mystery, love, madness, and a struggle for survival, where every decision could be the last.

Five thieves. Four kingdoms. And emperors with world-ending power. Magic is forbidden. Laws are absolute. And betrayal is met with death. What began as petty theft unravels into something far darker— when soldiers return without memories, and ancient powers awaken. Between love and blood, secrets and revenge… anyone could be the hero. Or the killer.

Yoshimura, a average guy, no more ordinary than the next loser, worked in a company and lived a simple life unexpectedly had an surprising death. Fortunately, his last days were spent spreading happiness around him which spotted him a ticket to a certain higher power, which gave him an extraordinary chance. One Wish, Any World. So seeing the generous and crazy offer, Yoshimura, like many other chose to be reincarnated in his favorite novel 'The King's Path' and was successfully reincarnated too. Unfortunately not in the right body. "What! I'm in the body of the second loser villain that gets trampled by my favorite protagonist!" "My Beautiful Fiance, a Heroine is preparing to invade my place?" "My New Step-Mother seized all of my properties?" "My Bodacious Maid looks at me strangely in my sleep?... that isn't half bad." ......... "Man... just how fucked am I? .......... .......... Well... at the very least I know what will happen later. And the goddess gave me the best talent. [ You have been gifted 'Eyes of Eternity' ] [ Sealed Skill Unlocked : Black Hole ] ...... Wait a second... ...................... Release Schedule: Two Chapters Daily at 00:15-00:16 No Ntr or Yuri. If you have any problems, please don't hesitate to comment me in the chapters, I reply very fast. About discord, I'm currently working on it, so please bear with me for the time being.

Lady Elara was always quiet — not because she lacked words, but because the world never deserved to hear the storms raging inside her. Behind her gentle steps and dawn-like gaze lies a mind sharper than any blade, and a soul burdened with secrets heavier than any tombstone. Alaric Blackthorne, the Duke cloaked in shadows and whispered rumors, is a man forever lost within his own cursed halls. Behind his cold presence hides a fear no one dares to face… except for the quiet girl whose arrival shakes the foundation of his haunted manor. Between moonlit corridors and ivy-choked halls, a dangerous connection blossoms. Torn between duty and desire, fate and freedom, Elara must decide: remain hidden within her silence… or rise to reclaim a strength she never knew she possessed. Meanwhile, Alaric must confront the darkness imprisoning him — and choose whether he’s willing to lose everything for the girl who brought him back to life. A story of quiet strength, forbidden love, and the delicate line between salvation and ruin. Will she find her voice before it's too late? Will he break free from the labyrinth of his own shadows? And when the final door opens… will they save each other, or destroy everything they’ve ever known? ---

Takara Minami has always been a burst of light in the darkest rooms—talkative, expressive, and stubbornly hopeful even after losing nearly everything. When he transfers to a prestigious high school and moves into the dorms, he’s forced to share a room with the last kind of person he can understand: Kayo Tsukishiro. Quiet. Reclusive. Precise. A boy with headphones always on and eyes that never quite meet his. At first, they clash. Loud meets quiet. Chaos meets control. But over late-night arguments, silent dinners, and the fragile intimacy of shared space, something begins to grow—something that looks a lot like friendship. Maybe even more. As their lives intertwine and they move through school, loss, distance, and first heartbreaks, Takara and Kayo learn that love isn’t just the fire between opposites—it’s the slow burn of choosing someone again and again, even when it’s hard. Even when it means letting go. Years later, fate brings them back together—older, bruised, changed. Living across the hall from each other in a Tokyo apartment building, they’re faced with the echoes of what was and the question that never really died: Can you still fall in love with the person who once broke your heart—if they’ve become someone new? A coming-of-age, slow-burn boy’s love story about grief, healing, and the long road to choosing love with your whole self. "I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com”

The world believes the Alden bloodline died with the flames. But Riven Alden—prince turned exile—remembers everything. The screams. The betrayal. The night his kingdom was erased by those meant to protect it. Now, he's no prince. No crown. Just a name whispered in the ashes. Armed with nothing but a cursed sword and the rage of a thousand ghosts, Riven sets out to tear down the three monarchs who burned his past. One kingdom at a time. This is not a hero’s tale. This is not redemption. This is the story of a man who lost everything— and what’s left when there's nothing but fire inside. Vengeance isn’t justice. It’s survival.

She witnessed a murder, he offered a deal. Now they’re both in too deep. Adopted into a wealthy family, Hailey Monroe spent her life trying to earn love in a home that treated her like a burden. Overshadowed by her perfect adoptive sister, Kaira, Hailey agreed to an arranged marriage just to please her family—only to be betrayed in the cruelest way. When Kaira sleeps with Hailey’s husband, Blake, and he throws both Hailey and their son out of the house, her world shatters. Desperate and broke, Hailey becomes a stripper to afford her son’s sudden medical treatments. But everything spirals when she witnesses a murder during one night she was meant to entertain a client—turning her into a target that needed to be eliminated. Rejected again by her family, Hailey stumbles into the path of a stranger after almost being hit by his car, Killian Valtieri, a cold-hearted billionaire desperate for a partner so as to inherit his family’s empire. “Marry me and I’ll protect you,” he offers. Left with no choice, she agrees. But the deal was only the beginning. As enemies close in and buried secrets rise to the surface, Hailey uncovers the shocking truth about her birth—and just how far her enemies are willing to go. However when something more tragic happens, she makes sure everyone pays. And Killian? He may just lose everything to the woman he once thought was disposable. Excerpt; “Give me one more chance, and I promise to treat you right this time,” Blake pleaded while Hailey stared at him in shock. “Come back to me, Hailey. I love you—“ “You don’t!” Hailey snapped. “You just hate the thought of me being happy with Killian. After what you did, how you treated me, you never thought that I would be able to stand back on my feet, did you?” Blake gritted his teeth, unable to deny Hailey was right. “I’m happy with Killian, and I believe you deserve to be with Kaira.” Hailey gave him one last regarding look before she turned to leave but Blake stopped her. “If you can’t be mine…” Hailey halted. “…I won’t let you return to him.” Hailey turned to look at him, and her eyes widened at the gun pointed at her. Before she could say nothing, a bang echoed.

Zukhanyi has lived a life carved in shadows, her hands stained by a fire she never meant to light. Naledi carries scars she never asked for, protecting a secret that changed her forever. When their paths cross in a quiet village outside Durban, what begins as survival becomes something far deeper — love, built in silence, cemented in truth. Together, they create Embers & Ash, a charcoal business built with strategy, sacrifice, and secrecy. But as they rise, the world begins to notice — and so do those who want to see them fall. Haunted by their pasts, hunted by corrupt officials, and bound by a love that refuses to break, Zukhanyi and Naledi must decide: keep hiding, or burn everything down to protect what they’ve built. In a world where truth is dangerous and love is rebellion, silence may be the only weapon left.

Mira Yoon’s childhood was measured in silences—words trapped in her throat by a stutter that made her the target of bullies. Until a quiet boy with too-long bangs began orchestrating her rescue with soccer ball distractions and Friday strawberry milk cartons left like secrets on her desk. Then one day, he vanished overseas, taking her only solace with him. Twenty years later, Mira has rewritten her story: a confident real estate agent with a wall of conquered words in her apartment. But when assigned to pitch to reclusive investor Jae Park, she walks into a glass-walled office and finds herself pinned under a gaze that feels like coming home.

Skylar James is no stranger to struggle. A 20-year-old underdog surviving on scholarship, late-night shifts, and self-made grit, she moves through life with her guard high and her heart locked. Masculine-presenting, proud, and emotionally guarded, Skylar has one rule never need anyone. Avery Sinclair has everything money can buy status, luxury, a last name that opens doors before she knocks. But privilege doesn’t protect her from silence. Cold family expectations, a curated image, and an identity wrapped in gold chains keep her from asking the question she fears most: Who am I without all this armor? They are both studs. Both dominant. Both used to leading, never chasing. And neither of them has ever looked twice at someone who looked like the mirror. Until now. When a random locker assignment turns into tension that simmers in silence, Skylar and Avery find themselves circling a connection they both deny. It’s not attraction. It can’t be. They don’t fit. They’re not supposed to. But glances linger too long. Words cut too deep. And slowly, their carefully built personas begin to crack. As lines blur and walls close in, the question isn’t whether they’re falling it’s whether they’ll let themselves. Because love between two studs? That’s uncharted. Forbidden. Beautiful. And if they let it… it might just ruin them or set them free.

Synopsis: > ⚠️ Warning: This story contains mature themes including violence, bullying, trauma, and psychological distress. Not suitable for children. Parental guidance strongly advised. --- > They called him weak. A mistake. Trash. A young hybrid wolf boy, bullied to the point of suicide in a world where strength decides worth. But death wasn’t the end. It was the beginning... for someone else. A brilliant scientist, murdered in his own life, returns in the boy’s body — with only one mission: erase everything that broke him. He doesn’t want forgiveness. He doesn’t want peace. He wants them to feel what it’s like to die forgotten. This isn’t justice. This is the horror they created.

Amit never wanted a life of crime—until it stole everything from him. When his father is murdered in cold blood by a nameless gangster, the system turns its back. No leads. No justice. Just silence. Now, Amit steps into the same blood-soaked streets that made him an orphan. As he claws his way through the city’s brutal underworld, chasing whispers and shadows, every move pulls him deeper into a web of lies, betrayal, and violence. But vengeance has a cost—and by the time he faces his father's killer, Amit may no longer recognize the man he’s become.

***This is BOOK 2 under the FAKE DATING SERIES*** ____________________ COPYRIGHT NOTICE: All Rights Reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced, copied, stored, transmitted, adapted, translated, or distributed in any form or by any means, including but not limited to electronic, digital, or online media, without the prior written consent of the author. Unauthorized use, duplication, or dissemination of any part of this work will constitute a violation of copyright law and may result in legal action. _____________________ Shanaya Thakur had a plan! A neatly color-coded, perfectly curated, bullet-journal-approved kind of plan. The kind of plan with checkboxes, motivational quotes scribbled in the margins, and an unhealthy number of post-its. She was going to become Mumbai’s best, boldest, badass lawyer, land a coveted job at the ridiculously prestigious BR Advocates — a firm so elite it practically air-kissed lesser mortals — and slowly take over the world, one perfectly argued case at a time. Shanaya wasn’t just ambitious. She was capital-A Ambitious. And maybe a little dramatic, excessively sarcastic, and allergic to bullshit. So naturally, when she nailed every single requirement BR Advocates asked for — top of her class? Check. Ruthless work ethic? Double check. A sharp tongue capable of verbally decimating anyone who doubted her? Triple, sparkly check — she figured the job was practically hers. Until the firm pulled a surprise. A New hiring rule: Only experienced, married applicants will be considered. Married? As in, spouse? Legal binding married? She blinked. Holy crap! And sure, Shanaya might have aggressively whispered ‘burn it all down’ under her breath in the middle of HR’s lobby. And yes, she might have chucked a high heel at her vision board. But desperation breeds creativity. And Shanaya Thakur? She was nothing if not dangerously creative when backed into a corner. Which is how the idea was born. Find a husband! Any husband! In two weeks. Which brings us to Yuvaan Grewal: Six-foot-something of maddening calm, devastating looks, and a talent for making tailored suits look illegal. President of Sauvé, one of India’s most successful product companies, Yuvaan is brilliant, emotionally detached, and permanently single — by choice. A choice his mother hates. After dodging fifty arranged proposals, eighty dates, and roughly a hundred aunties armed with lovely girls from nice families, Yuvaan’s perfected the art of politely refusing romance and staying unmarried. Until one scandal, a series of hilariously unfortunate coincidences, and one very desperate law graduate with excellent cheekbones land them both in a situation neither of them asked for: A fake marriage. It’s supposed to be simple. A business arrangement. A temporary fix. But with Shanaya’s sharp mouth, Yuvaan’s smoldering glares, and a growing list of almost-kisses they both pretend not to remember — things are about to get complicated. Because what happens when the one person you swear you can’t stand starts feeling alarmingly like home? And Love ? That was never part of the plan. But then again… when is it ever? _____________________ DISCLAIMER: The book contains mature content, so please read under the parental guidance. Also, the cover illustration belongs to original creator. NOT me. The cover page was modified using online tools. The story is slow burn, so please bear with the plot. ______________________

In a world without a sun or stars, humanity lives beneath the cold glow of artificial light — towers, rails, and cities powered by divine energy. But beyond that polished surface, a hidden war rages. Creatures called Delos stalk the forgotten spaces between worlds, and only Invokers — those who can manifest their very identities into weapons called Echoes — stand between survival and ruin. These Invokers risk everything when they enter the domains — fighting not just monsters, but the truths they keep hidden. And some “truths”… were never meant to be found. The story follows Alira — a girl whose life was shaped by that war. She discovers that everything — including herself — might be part of a forgotten truth; a world written out of grief. When Gods Weep is a tragedy about memory, identity, and the nuance of good and evil in a broken, fabricated world.

“Some notes are never written to be found… yet they find the one meant to read them.” Raj, a simple boy from a traditional Pandit family, never imagined that a single mysterious note in his textbook would rewrite the chapters of his life. What began as a strange coincidence pulls him into the life of Anamika Verma — a fierce, confident girl from another school who hides her own storms behind her smile. Their journey starts with an act of courage, blossoms with shared laughter, grows deeper with everyday moments, and takes unpredictable turns through misunderstandings, missed confessions, and societal hurdles. From school benches to secret lunch spots, from late-night texts to emotional silences, "The Note We Made" is not just a love story — it's about how fate writes between the lines when two souls are meant to be. A tale where the past connects to the present, where a note written in the future finds its way into the beginning… and where loyalty, love, and timing fight to stay together.

*** Heads up: I write full-bodied chapters. If you’re here for quick 1k updates, this might not be your style—but if you like emotional depth, tension, and real progression, welcome aboard *** Park Eun Shin was the golden girl, top student, cheer captain, and girlfriend to beloved football star Lee Jae Vin. But behind the scenes, Jae Vin was dangerous. When transfer student Hae Seung Jee appeared, quiet and sincere, Eun Shin was drawn to him until a violent tragedy shattered everything. Seung Jee was shot… and disappeared. Ten years later, Eun Shin crosses paths with a cold, unfamiliar man who looks just like him and claims he doesn’t know her. As the past resurfaces, so do long-buried secrets. Was he the boy she loved, or part of the darkness that tried to erase her? When the truth finally comes out, will she be strong enough to survive it? *** This story contains mature themes including abuse, trauma, and violence. Reader discretion is advised. ** WHAT TO EXPECT: -slow-burn -emotional tension -layered trauma recovery -raw storytelling This is a raw version of the story. Enjoy

He Made Rules. I Was the Exception. He built walls. I came in smiling. Lucien Valdez lives by one rule: don’t get attached. Cold, powerful, and always in control—until I showed up. I was just supposed to be his assistant. But I talk too much. Smile too wide. And break every rule he swore to follow. He says I’m a distraction. But he stares too long. Softens too quietly. Falls too slowly. And just when I thought we were finally breaking his walls… He pushed me away. Not because he didn’t care— But because he cared too much.

I was kidnapped. Shackled. Shoved into a world where women are either worked to death or used until they’re broken. They called it an island. I call it a prison wrapped in paradise. Then I met him. Alex — the heir to the empire that enslaved me. The coldest man I’ve ever seen. Eyes like ice. Words like knives. A prince carved by cruelty. Raised to destroy anything soft. But he didn’t destroy me. He became obsessed instead. And I? I began to understand the monster behind the mask — not to love him, but to use him. Because I’m not here to survive. I’m here to end it all. To burn the empire from the inside. Even if it means sleeping beside the enemy. Even if it means loving the villain in a world with no heroes. This isn’t a love story. It’s a war. And I will win.

After the fall of Skeldrhall, young Arl Senjar leads the last of his tribe across burning borders into imperial lands. Outnumbered, outmatched, and watched by rulers who smile with one hand on their swords, he must rebuild Harkoraal in the shadow of conquest. Allies are scarce. Enemies wear crowns. And peace is just another word for surrender. But Senjar was not raised to kneel. He was born to make kingdoms remember why they fear the wolf.

Everyone wonders what it is like to live the high life of royalty. No one truly considers the danger that may accompany it, nor do they think of how much is expected out of them when they approach life as an outsider. Not only does Aithne Centhos have to deal with threats on her life by her own family, but she is also expected to find "love" in order to solidify her position as a Princess of Kairos. Updates are published on Saturday.

In a dying world where mana fades like breath in winter, humanity scrambles for survival. Some turn to steam-powered tech. Others splice their bodies with genes from dragons, wolves, and prehistoric beasts. But while the world evolves, two men from another era awaken, reborn into flesh not their own. One once ruled nations with iron and war. The other owned the shadows, commanding kings and killers alike. Their memories are shattered, but their instincts remain. In this new world of steel, blood, and fire... Will they walk the path of peace, or reclaim the thrones they once lost? The past sleeps within them. The world doesn’t know what’s coming.

Living in seattle has been very strenuous on Maya as she had to do all kind of job to cater for ten year old Jasper . Their parents died five years ago in a car crash and the workload has been pushed onto Maya . She had to shuffle her life of working at a bar and also taking good care of Jasper. Let delve into this thrilling romance fiction as we unravel Maya's life after encountering the cold,renowned and richest ceo in Washington.......will their encounter be a turning point in Maya's life or will it cause more harm than good??

After a war that broke the world, love became the most dangerous thing left alive. Centuries after the War of Madness, the once-noble Lucian Vhalcrest rises from slavery to royalty through sheer will, manipulation, and mystery. The Emperor of Alexandria, recognizing Lucian’s brilliance, adopts him as heir—placing him beside Lydia Vainsblood, the emperor’s only daughter. But Lydia is no ordinary princess. She’s the Blood Queen—an intelligent, composed, cunning vampire with yandere edges, political masks, and a buried fear of abandonment. Five years younger than Lucian and secretly devoted to him, their forbidden attraction simmers beneath layers of courtly duty, familial tension, and fate. Their bond deepens in secret, tangled in passion and emotional restraint. When Lydia turns eighteen, the Emperor arranges their political marriage—believing it’s safer to marry his daughter to a known weapon than risk a stranger with ambition. Lydia agrees, believing Lucian is the only one who truly sees her. Together, they adopt a mute orphan girl named Lilac, whose strange empathy and unnerving paintings begin to unravel a prophecy far older than either of them. The Coral Moon rises… and something ancient stirs. As the blood-red Coral Moon approaches, reality begins to twist. Lilac, though silent, begins painting horrifying premonitions—Lucian with hollow, glowing eyes; Lydia lying in blood. The air shifts. Mirrors distort. Whispers speak in tongues no one remembers. Lucian starts seeing flashes of a forgotten god—Vharel, the Broken Lover. Not in dreams, but in mirrors, in reflections, in the shadow of his own thoughts. Vharel loved once, and lost. Now his soul drifts, desperate to finish his story… through Lucian. Lydia senses Lucian slipping. She kisses him under the Coral Moon to tether him—to anchor his soul. That kiss awakens something ancient. Magic ignites. The curse of bloodlines fuses them. The Coral Kiss triggers a divine event… and draws Vharel into their world "Velros magos mentasu" — I'm joining you soon, my love. When Vharel descends, he doesn’t come as an enemy—but a mirror. A version of what Lucian could become. The fight is brutal, divine, and emotional—not just blade versus god, but soul versus reflection. Lucian lands the killing blow, but Vharel smiles. He wanted this. > “You were the ending I was never strong enough to reach.” With a final whisper to his lost beloved, Vharel lets himself be absorbed. His divine essence fuses with Lucian’s body—his memories, madness,

Centuries ago, the Elyari Empire collapsed in a cataclysm of magic, leaving behind cursed soil, shattered thrones, and the "Fast Lives" — a cruel spell that dooms peasants to live full lives in only a decade. Now, fifty young sovereigns — scions of ancient houses — each rule their fragments of a broken realm, spread across wild biomes from icy mountains to scorched deserts, tangled forests to fertile plains. Among them is Alexios of House Helion, called Caesar, a charismatic leader in the plains, who dreams of unity. With his sister Niharika, a healer, and a circle of builders, warriors, and diplomats, he dares to imagine an island healed. He is joined — and opposed — by a web of rulers: Amir, a desert tactician; Thalia, a cultured visionary; Takahashi, the isolationist shogun of the forests; Julia, the cunning queen of Duskreach; Lyra, the stoic queen of ice; Astrid, a war-hardened tactician; and many others. As alliances rise and collapse, ancient tombs whisper secrets of the past. A prophecy emerges — a second calamity is near. When Alexios and Amir uncover lost Elyari texts in a volcano’s heart, they vow to stop history from repeating. But prophecy is not easily bent. Ramses and Adonis revolutionize village-building, ushering a new age of infrastructure and cooperation. Weddings are held, flags are raised, and pacts are signed. But underneath the progress, betrayals fester. Julia builds a web of spies. Orlan rises from exile. Takahashi's code clashes with diplomacy. Amir is poisoned. Friendships unravel. Whispers of an undead army echo from ancient tombs. The cursed minerals of vaelstone — coveted, dangerous, powerful — begin to reawaken forces best left buried. When Julia misreads the prophecy and activates a forgotten army, the dead rise again — and this time, they do not recognize kings from peasants. As kingdoms fall and cities burn, a final alliance of survivors unites: not for power, but survival. The past has awakened, and it remembers everyone. To save the island, the inheritors of Elarion must decide: Will they repeat the sins of their ancestors… or rise above them?

He married someone else the night she lost their baby. Now she’s gone—without a word, without a trace. Damien chose peace over chaos, silence over fire. But when Evelyn disappears after a single goodbye, he realizes too late: She was the only war he ever wanted to fight. Now she's starting over in a town where no one knows her name. But healing doesn't come easy when every memory burns. When fate brings them back together, will ashes still hold the shape of love?