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Haruto a seemingly normal average 16 years old high schooler was suddenly transported into another world. With no way of knowing how or why he was sent here Haruto decided to investigate this world to find clues as to why he was summoned. When suddenly he heard the scream of a lone girl who was being rob by two elderly men. While trying his best to save the girl he had met for the first time he almost died as a result which awakened the desire for power. _____ (A/N: If you notice any errors or broken contexts while reading, please let me know. I'll go back and make the necessary corrections.)

The Syndrome Called Riser Nafutori Prologue: Let me warn you upfront—don’t expect a happy ending here. And whatever happens, don’t waste your tears on me. Doing that would defeat the whole purpose of why this story exists in the first place. Crazy, right? The idea that my existence is now classified as a syndrome? But, hey, that’s just how things turned out. For those of you curious enough to stick around, let me clue you in. If you’ve never heard of me before, brace yourselves—because once you dive into this story, you won’t come out unscathed. The syndrome I carry? It’s contagious. It seeps into your very being. It becomes you. And, oh yeah, it bears my name. Riser Nafutori. That’s me. I’m terrible at introductions, aren’t I? But you’ll get used to it. This isn’t a tale about curing what I bring—it’s about spreading it. Some, like my good friend Raiku and a few others, call it a disease. Me? I call it fate. So, shall we start from the beginning? You’ve been warned.

In a world steeped in tradition and shadowed by secrets, a young girl’s life is torn apart when her family is destroyed, and her heritage stolen. Her father, in his final act, seals away a legendary power and treasure, leaving her with nothing but cryptic clues and a burning desire for vengeance. With a blade in her hand and rage in her heart, she embarks on a perilous journey, unraveling the dark conspiracies that surround her family's legacy. As she faces deadly foes and unearths long-buried truths, she must decide whether to unlock the immense power her father protected—or let it remain hidden. Her path is one of blood, betrayal, and redemption. Will she rise above the chaos, or will the weight of revenge consume her? Witness the making of a legend in this gripping tale of sacrifice and retribution.

Shirley investigates the world and solves mysteries everywhere. She questions the suspects, examines the clues, follows every lead she has, and stops the person or persons behind the case when she cracks the case. Later, she teams up with a girl named Diane Watson, who helps her solve cases.

Woven into the fabric of society, they amble earth just like humans do. You won’t see them unless they allow it. Even the full moon can't unveil their nature like it used to. They’ll fool you; those wolf shifters. They fooled the exceptionally intelligent Rosemary Reed. Cursed or… Perhaps blessed was the day the veil dropped before her eyes, and one single date with a charming stranger was all it took, thus shattering the illusion of reality she beheld through her human eyes. Left with no other choice in order to protect herself and her loved ones, Rose leaps headfirst in the abysses of a world that stood on its own axioms. Fortunately for her, she does not have to walk that path alone. From a complete stranger to far more than she ever wanted him to be, ‘til the flames of their forbidden love burned too bright to smother. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Updating once a week for now. -The novel does include some dark themes, violence, blood and sexual content- You may contact me on discord here: mavisruss

Gregory Evans is called to investigate a terrorist attack and discovers that a radical Islamic group has been recruiting young people to carry out attacks in various locations in New York and there is only one person who can help him in the investigation, an enemy from the past. In a journey marked by deaths and secrets hidden in political relations, Gregory Evans finds clues that will bring him face to face with a shocking revelation and the astonishing truth that we have ignored for so long. Racing against time, Gregory Evans and the Italian mafia enter into a frantic hunt for religious and political assassins, and unravel enigmas, following a trail that may lead to the secret lair where lies the only hope of saving New York City, before it collapses.

In the year 2341, Alex Summers is an ordinary college student haunted by recurring nightmares ever since the release of the groundbreaking VR game Eclipse of Eternity. These dreams speak of a prophecy and a mysterious calamity, but no one takes his fears seriously. When a freak accident ends his life, Alex awakens in a world that feels eerily similar to the game. Confused and disoriented, he must navigate this strange reality, unraveling cryptic clues about his connection to the game, the nightmares, and the unsettling forces that seem to be watching his every move. With danger lurking at every turn and reality itself bending, Alex’s journey becomes a race to uncover the truth—before it’s too late. ______ I wish you would like this novel. if your reading this then it's not a coincidence. it's the calling, the message indicating you should give a shot in reading this novel. this novel may not be good as others but I'll try my best to structure the plot and I wish for your support.♡

In a world smothered by ash and silence, Austin wanders through the ruins of a once-thriving civilization, scavenging for survival and searching for answers. Haunted by the oppressive monotony of the quarantine zones and driven by whispers of underground sanctuaries, he risks everything to uncover a life beyond the decay. When he stumbles upon a cryptic note: "Seek the truth below". Austin’s journey takes a darker turn. Rumors of hidden facilities, where the powerful retreated during the collapse, intertwine with eerie occurrences and the unsettling feeling that the ruins are not as lifeless as they seem. As he ventures deeper into the remnants of humanity, Austin confronts not only the desolation of the world but also the echoes of its secrets. In the crumbling streets and shadowed depths, survival means more than finding food and water; it means uncovering the truth about what destroyed the world—and what might still lie beneath its surface.

An ordinary college sophomore finds himself falling from his bed into another world ! When falling into bed, he falls right through and crash lands in a small village in the Kingdom of Melalova. A portal brought him to this strange new land full of magic and mystical creatures, and yet, he has no clue why he is here ? Many challenges and foes await Ken Sosuske as he explores this world and it's secrets. Ken has quite the road ahead of him if he wants to survive and thrive !

[A.Update: I FRICKIN' REGRET SETTING THIS ON PREMIUM ARGH!!!!] "There is a fresh clue on every page in a world full of secrets. Have the courage to discover the truth and confront the consequences." Discover the world of suspense, horror, and mystery. Join the battle against malevolent being aiming to dominate the world. As the world lies in mystery, Can you uncover the truth without taking the consequences of your actions for trying to reach the end of the page? Are you ready? K.K

Centuries ago, humanity engaged on a ferocious war against the Angels. After countless years of numerous battles, humanity was able to to win and expel their enemies. However, in this peaceful era, humanity had no clue that Luna, a survivor of the Angelic race, was left behind to survive against the entire world, who seeks and claim for her head. With the help of mysterious figures, Luna goes on a journey to the portal connecting the human world and the Angel's world. Discord server: https://discord.gg/3pU6s4tfT6

Kael the mc of this novel and I have no clue whether this will be a trash or a gold, so good luck to me.

Allen’s life came to an abrupt end thanks to train-kun hugging him too tightly. But death was only the beginning. Reborn into a world of magic and adventure, Allen expected to live out his second chance as some kind of hero. Unfortunately, his reality is far less glamorous: no overpowered abilities, no world-saving quests, and no clue what he's supposed to do next. Yet, he was content. He never had a decent family, so when an elf took him in... it was like magic. Allen or rather Sol decides to give this life a decent shot; finding friends, training a bit, and relaxing. Life was good...until it wasn't (courtesy of yours truly).

I had thought that my life couldn't get worse when I walked in on my fiancé cheating on me with my best friend. But after a series of unfortunate events, I opened my eyes in a world that I had only read about in a webnovel, the Erudian Empire, ruled under the domineering, bloody reign of Emperor Helio. The worst part? I'm not even the main character! Reborn as Winter Royberg de la Erudian, I am the pitiful side character who is discovered to be a royal bastard princess due to a certain physical trait only the imperial bloodline possesses. But I know the end of Winter's story and the unwanted royal punching bag is framed as a witch and killed at age 16 on the guillotine due to the scheming of the cruel empress. An aloof, murder happy father? Check. Psycho half-sister? Check. Meddlesome author who wants me to follow the script? Double check! I don't want to die an early death again, so I'm determined not to ever be discovered as a royal again. But before I know it, I'm trapped in a palace of blood and opulence playing tricky games of power, games I have no clue how to win. How will I survive to adulthood in the imperial palace and get my happily ever after? And am I really the only person who fell into this world? *UPDATES 1-2 TIMES A WEEK* *1500 TO 3300 WORDS PER CHAPTER*

A horrifying tale, indeed. I have no clue who or what is behind it all, but people are disappearing, dying in the most brutal ways imaginable. And I… I’ve done nothing to stop it. It feels like a curse, a dark force stalking us all. I moved into this apartment a month ago, hoping to find my dead lover, but now, every passing moment feels like an eternity. I can feel it—something is wrong, something much worse than I could ever have imagined. This nightmare isn't going to end well. I can sense it deep in my bones. I may be the next to die. The thought alone sends icy shivers crawling down my spine. The shadow is there, always lurking, always watching—waiting to end us all. It follows us, inch by inch, closing in. And there's no escape. I can't run anymore. No matter how fast I try, I know... I won’t make it out alive.

Read review before unfolding this novel. .... A boy, before he could even begin to enjoy the privileges of life, became a slave to destiny. Living solely for one purpose: to serve his owner for a lifetime. Unaware of his hidden power in the beast-taming world, he gradually discovers it over time, along with fragmented memories of his past. Piecing together the clues, he comes to a painful conclusion: he is helpless, hopeless, and confused by the trickery of fate. He is torn between two choices: Should he revolt against the organization whose roots are embedded in the very souls of all beings, or should he simply continue living as he is? During this journey, he learns that beyond the darkness, there is also hope, smiles, love, and friendship—things he was never destined to experience. Betrayed by his owner, he is later adopted by a wealthy family. How will everything unfold? Will he ever break free from the shackles of fate, or will he remain a puppet on its strings? Will he become a tamed beast, or will he rise as a beast tamer? Read this novel to follow Sam's journey and discover how he confronts the challenges that lie ahead.

[highly mature book] [crime and psychological thriller webnovel] *[This novel takes a refreshing break from overused plot tropes such as the billionaire playboy or bad boy falls for good girl. This is a new taste of mystery/thriller genre that offers something new, something deeper and darker]* In the opulent streets of Beverly Hills, a string of murders sends shockwaves through the city, Los Angeles. Each victim is left with their eyes replaced—a signature as chilling as it is mysterious. Detective Lorenzo Hoffman, a seasoned investigator known for his unrelenting focus, is drawn into a case that grows darker with every clue. The criminal is a world class opthomologist and in the eye of public, she is perceived as innocent for her breathtaking beauty and noble profession. As he digs deeper, Hoffman finds himself entangled in a web of psychological manipulation and hidden motives, where nothing is as it seems. The killer’s methods are calculated, their presence elusive, and their purpose disturbingly personal. With each revelation, Hoffman is forced to confront not only the darkness of the case but also the shadows within himself. The glass ball eyes is a gripping tale of obsession, deception, and the thin line between justice and madness. When every truth feels like a trap, can Hoffman uncover the killer before they strike again?

In the kingdom of Denta, a 15 year old Nigel has always been plagued by a mysterious illness that left him weak and Isolated. As the storm's that have ravaged the kingdom for years grow stronger, his family abandons him and leaves him behind. With a storm approaching his hometown, Nigel and prepared himself for death. But the unexpected happened instead of dying he was reborn, the illness that plagued him for years vanished replace by a raging storm in his eye. Follow Nigel as he begins to uncover clues that suggest his sickness was linked to a darker family legacy and the true nature of his world.

In the desert, there existed a story untold to the ears of the people. A tale that had lived in the shadows, its existence unknown to all. This story had brought change to the desert, weaving the fates and destinies of two women who ruled the desert as one. It was the story of the Queens of the Desert. Asa, a young woman with no discernible rank or status, had once been a dirty orphan. Her life had taken a dramatic turn when she was saved by a girl of the same age, named Bulsa, who bore a striking resemblance to her. Unaware of the identity of her savior, Asa had vowed to find her and repay her debt. The only clue she had was that the girl, Bulsa, was of noble birth. Years of searching had yielded nothing, until Asa met Hadar. He happened to notice her uncanny resemblance to Queen Bulsa of the desert kingdom of Kharos, who was currently bedridden and ill. Hadar proposed a deal to Asa: in exchange for her help in finding the one person she had been searching for, Asa would agree to act as the queen while the real Queen Bulsa underwent secret treatment. When Asa laid eyes on Queen Bulsa for the first time, lying unconscious in her bed, she knew. This was the person she had been searching for all along.

A brilliant, ruthless killer stalked the city, leaving a trail of terror in their wake. Detective Edevene Felix, undeterred, pursued the elusive predator through a labyrinth of clues and dead ends.

The Realm of Dawn, a continent blessed by nature and protected by the Dragon Pantheon; Ra. To the creatures of the night, Ra was the morning sun, capable of scorching the entire universe. But, to humans and demi-humans, who coexisted peacefully, Ra was a father... a guardian... A God. It communed with mortals, protected them, and received their prayers. Until Greed crept in, drawing some humans to a darkness they should have ignored. Power, wealth, women... "You can be like Ra..." they said. "All you have to do is get this to him" And they did... The pulsating hexagon crystal was hidden amongst the corpse of the week-old lamb offered to Ra. And so it happened, Ra was consumed by the evil of the crystal and went on a rampage. Lost in rage, it decimated everyone and everything in its path, turning the land of dawn into a fiery hell hole. The greedy humans who made the offerings were the first to die, but it didn't stop there. In merely an hour hundreds of thousands of humans and demi-beasts had been reduced to smothering ashes. Humans and demi-beasts fled in all directions, confused as to why their God had turned on them. In the world's darkest hours, they came. They called themselves the Visitors, yet they brought chaos and destruction. The world tore open and machines of chaos and destruction invaded the land of dawn, meeting Ra in combat. They say the battle lasted a week, only ending after Ra took his last breath. --- Three centuries later the land of dawn has changed completely. Humanity's saviors didn't just stop at Ra, they also went after demi-beasts. They accused demi-beasts of collaborating with Ra to wipe out the human race. Soon, walls were built around humans, and trees and vegetation were replaced with skyscrapers. The land, which was once a paradise had grown into a mega city of science and technological breakthroughs. Yes, the visitors never left. But they kept their promise, exposing the human race to a power acquired through forbidden means. --- Kael Ardyn was born into the western kingdom of the Empire; Auranos and was opportune to be selected by Ra as his vessel. Under Ra's guidance, Kael is exposed to a world he never existed before. The Path of Mystic Resonance!

Ethan Carter wakes up every morning in a new body, living an entirely different life. One day, he’s a young girl on the bustling streets of Tokyo; the next, an elderly fisherman in a remote village. From wealthy tycoons to struggling artists, criminals, and even children, each day plunges Ethan into a fresh identity with no warning and no escape. Confused and desperate for answers, Ethan realizes that fragments of memories connect these lives. Piecing together these clues, he discovers an enigmatic force controlling his existence, compelling him to uncover a deeper truth hidden within the lives he inhabits. But as he gets closer to unraveling the mystery, Ethan learns the cost of his journey may be greater than he ever imagined. Each life carries a lesson, but will he find the strength to bear the burdens of a thousand souls while keeping his own humanity intact? "The Man Who Lived a Thousand Lives" is a gripping exploration of identity, humanity, and the threads that bind us across space and time.

Haunted by nightmares of his past, Kim Min-joon is forced to confront his demons when a serial killer emerges, replicating the same modus operandi as the murderer who killed his friend 20 years ago. The only clue is a distinctive four-sided star symbol left at each crime scene, eerily matching the mark on the attacker's hand that Min-joon saw before losing consciousness two decades ago. As the body count rises, Min-joon becomes obsessed with tracking down the killer, driven by a mix of guilt, revenge, and redemption. But with each step closer to the truth, Min-joon's own dark past begins to unravel, threatening to destroy everything he holds dear.

What’s it Like to Eat Your Own Words? Salty? Bitter? No clue? Then go ahead and ask Fara. Fara Brianka Genio, the powerhouse CEO of her own advertising agency, lives by one unshakable rule: No romantic relationships between employees. Period. But life is a bitch, Honey. As the boss, Fara takes integrity seriously, both in her company and her personal life. But things start to spiral when her five year relationship with Sean hits a rocky patch. Just as she’s trying to hold it all together, along comes Ziggy, a charming, aggravating employee with a knack for causing trouble. One fateful, blurry night, Fara mistakes Ziggy for Sean, and the next morning… let’s just say clothes weren’t part of the equation. Now Fara’s facing the biggest PR crisis of her life named her own love life. What’s a woman to do when the no-strings rule tangles her up in chaos? Can she keep her cool as the boss, or will Ziggy flip her world upside down?

In the quiet town of Westford , life seems idyllic—until a brutal murder shatters the peace. The body of a prominent businessman is discovered at his lavish estate, sparking a frenzy of fear and suspicion. Detective Jack Russo, a sharp and tenacious investigator, is assigned to the case. But as Jack digs deeper, he uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and betrayals that link the victim to nearly everyone in town. From the charming mayor with a hidden agenda to the enigmatic stranger who just moved in, no one is above suspicion. As tensions rise and trust erodes, the town’s residents are forced to confront their own dark pasts. For Jack, the investigation becomes a personal obsession as he battles his own demons and races against time to uncover the truth. In a game of cat and mouse, where every clue leads to another mystery and every ally could be the killer, Jack must ask himself: how far will i need to go to catch the culprit? "Who Is the Killer?" is a gripping mystery novel that explores the fragile bonds of trust and the shadows people hide behind when no one is watching. Can the truth ever truly set you free—or is it the most dangerous weapon of all?

Twenty years ago, Willow Creek, a little-known town on the outskirts of the US, stood still when news of the disappearance of ten children filtered through the air. The town never recovered, and the devastated community blamed the police for not doing enough to reunite the victims with their parents. No trail, no clues. It was believed that only a ghost could have executed such a flawless venture. Twenty years later, Simon Bale appeared with news of his captivity and escape, and he now offers a way to put an end to the plague that has gripped the town for years. But Simon Bale knows what no one else knew—not even those tasked with maintaining law and order can be trusted. But is he telling the whole truth? How is his escape connected to Detective Jones, the lead detective in the police department? And what happens when a young journalist, fresh out of college, claims to know what truly happened on that day? There's only one way to find out: you have to read this story now!

Isabella Blake. She is brave, perfect but an adrenaline junky. Her life is going the way she wanted. Always. In her last year of high school, all of it seems to change. She can't find herself nor can she recongnize who she has become. A mystery opening one after another. Every step, every clue leading her to a path she thought she would avoid. She was lied to, betrayed and so, the thirst for revenge begins. But is it the path she wants to choose? What if there is another solution? What if there is another problem? What if there is another twist in the story? Will she look for the right path, or will she leave it up to fate? There is only one way to know...

"In a world where silence hides secrets, she hears everything... Growing up, Ava knew fear all too well. Her parents’ cruelty left scars deeper than anyone could see—except for her. Because Ava isn’t ordinary. She can hear people’s thoughts, each one revealing hidden truths, silent lies, and dark desires. Then one night, her parents are found dead. With no clues as to who did it, she’s taken in by a quiet stranger who seems to know more than he lets on. Her new life promises safety, but also secrets—secrets that whisper in her mind and hint at a past far darker than she could have imagined. As Ava digs deeper, she realizes that the key to unlocking her past could cost her everything. But to find out the truth, she’ll have to risk listening to the voices she fears most.

An adventure of a bookworm whose fate is in his decision making, adding more companions while looking for the next chapters by the man whom is yet to be uncovered

When a woman vanishes after a rendezvous with an online connection, detectives find themselves entangled in a web of deceit. With no immediate proof, they must rely on fragmented clues and unforeseen breakthroughs to unravel the mystery and engage in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a cunning suspect.