Ruffled Feathers

[All stats will be reset.] [Processing...] [Phoenix Feather found.] [Rebirth in progress...] [Select a time and place for rebirth.] Zhang Ying was startled upon seeing such words before him. He had died at the hands of his so-called friends, leaving a hunger for revenge. Now brought back to life, Zhang Ying realizes the mistakes he made in the past. Determined to make things right and get revenge for his death, he sets out on a new path of domination.

Ash Flameheart, a young boy who aspired to be a Greatest Beastmaster Of All Time, was on the verge of death. Betrayed by the Hero’s party, they left him to die in the hands of the Demon King’s army. As his llife gently ebb away after he muttered his last word to the world. “Ahh, I wish I could fly, free as a bird, soaring through the skies and beyond.” After his untimely demise, his soul transmigrated into another world. The Immortal Beast Realm! An eternity later, Ash opened his eyes and found himself encased in a dark space. Beep! [Beast Master System has been installed into a new host] [Calibrating the Host…] [Name: Ash Flameheart] [Species: Heavenly Phoenix] [Growth Stage: Hatchling Phoenix] [Cultivation Arts: Heavenly Beast Taming Art | Feather Swords Gather Array (Not Not Yet Learned) | Eternal Blood Flames(Not Yet Learned) | Ten Thousands Faces Mantra(Not Yet Learned)] Survival of the fittest! Tame or be tamed. Kill or be Killed!

Many years after the era of immortal cultivation, one day someone carelessly asked the Demon Queen, “I heard that the First Lady of the Demon Realm is your dear sister-friend?” Upon hearing this, the Demon Queen's eyebrows shot up and her almond-shaped eyes widened, “Dear sister-friend my ass, she stole my man!” No sooner had she spoken these words than the exceptionally handsome man beside her slowly shifted his gaze from the book in his hands and cast her a fleeting glance, making the inquirer feel as if the temperature in the hall had suddenly dropped, and their body had plunged into an icy cavern... The Demon Queen glared at the man nonchalantly, “Did I say something wrong?” It later became known that the Demon King's wife and the Demon Queen were once close friends who became enemies over a man, a scandal that spread across all realms. Then someone with a death wish approached the First Lady of the Demon Realm, who always looked gentle and kind, and asked, “Madam, I heard that it was the Wolf Clan's Demon Queen who brought you to this realm back in the day, and that afterwards you both ventured through various realms together, facing life and death side by side as sworn sisters. But later... I heard that you and her... had a falling out over a man?” With a slight smile, the Demon King's wife gently sipped from her white porcelain teacup and said, “Did she say I stole her man?” After nodding in acknowledgment, “That is indeed the case!” The listener was taken aback, internally exclaiming, “So the rumors are true, did our Madam Wang actually have an affair with that Demon Queen?” While lost in thought, the listener heard the tea-drinker add another sentence, “But... she also stole my man after all!” The questioner's eyes widened, and their mouth gaped open. Before they could even take a breath of cool air in shock, So you two were swapping partners? At that moment, a sudden loud bang came from outside, and a voice bellowed like a mighty bell, “Boom...” “You said... who is your man?”

In this cage...there was no afterlife... Within the birdcage...there were neither deities, nor captors... Life was simple and meaningless. Death was truly and bluntly, an end. The birds held captive in their cage were unable to escape, for no matter how starved or frantic a chick was, they couldn't dent steel with their soft beaks. Who could feed the starving birds? They couldn't even feed themselves? The birds, trapped in their infuriating prison and desperate for any food at all, celebrated in joy when a banquet started! Food for as far as their eyes wished to imagine! And what a FEAST it WAS! The survivors stood over the leftovers of their meals, their ravenous beaks licking away the blood staining their tainted feathers. They knew this solution wasn't sustainable, and rather than waste away by praying to a non-existent heaven, they grafted their own Gods out of the bones of their former kin. ___________________________________ "The Birdcage" is a world with a barrier made of an indestructible material at its edges, from earth to sky. Inside this confined land, lavish resources filled the fields for as far as one could wish for, though its inhabitants were alone without any other living creatures outside of themselves. The world was peaceful and prosperous, until an unknown cataclysmic plague swept the land, poisoning and rotting almost all natural resources and food that existed. The people, starving and in despair without so much as a god to pray to for help, resorted to the only food left in the entire birdcage. Themselves. After the ensuing frenzy, they forged a ritual for a chance at salvation. They created their own Gods known as, “Concepts,” that embodied their artificial beliefs and ideas, though their desperation only furthered the destruction of what was considered natural. The world is fading away. There’s no point in family, society, nor unity. Either find a fleeting, pointless escape, or succumb to your fate and be devoured by the starving.

So here I am—Nash, the most unmotivated hero you’ll ever meet. One day, I’m binging my favorite shows, and the next, I’m the new big boss of a Warden guild. Timing has never really been my thing. Between the Malefics, who think chaos is their calling card, and mythical beasts that just won’t stay in their hidden lairs, I’m constantly juggling crises and wrangling spoiled brats during my coffee breaks. And Mana, that subtle energy, can be a decent buddy… even if it doesn’t really get the concept of “snooze.” So yeah, between naps, I’m wading through high-stakes missions, magical artifacts, and guild meetings. And if the world needs saving, I’m here—ready to do it in my pajamas. That’s Nash, your guild master, set to ruffle even the coolest dragons! --- Discord: https://discord.gg/HrY5epthyw Participated on the Webnovel Rising Star II

◾ SYNOPSIS◾ He stood motionlessly, his cloth dripping of excess muddy liquid, his gaze fixed on the retreating petite figure, riding away on her bicycle. His face was as phlegmatic as ever, his icy stare lingering on the lucky lass. "Just say the word, Zay", his friend nudged. An almost inaudible sigh escaped his lips. He dug his finger into his hair, ruffling it a bit. He turned around and walked towards his car, not even sparing his friend a glance. As soon as he gets in, he shuts the car door, placing his head on the car's head rest while closing his eyes. His men understood the message and put down their guns. Jove shook his head and turned to walk to the car. "It's your first time, dude. What the heck happened?" He asked, walking into the car. "Take the wheels, Damon." His mesmerizing yet cold voice rang, ignoring Jove's question. Jove sighed dramatically and leant back on the seat, bringing out his phone - he was used to his best friend already. Zayde Stoll was the name. His name alone triggered lots of emotions - love, admiration, fear, hatred and every other feelings one could possibly have. He was dangerously handsome; an exact opposite of his real self. At 25, he already was the world's youngest billionaire, having the least number of ten companies in each country. His name made great men fall to their knees and everyone wondered how his fame grew that much. He was known to be eerily cold and he killed without second thoughts. He only needed to say the word and whoever would drop at his feet. He was a real description of a merciless demigod and people shook when he entered college. Jove was his best friend and the only person he talks to aside his Dad, despite their very striking differences. Jove complimented his name - he was one hell of a jovial person and really cheerful...but the heck, he was the world's biggest player. Although he condemned the manner with which Zayde handled his victims, he knew he couldn't do anything about it, having known Zayde since childhood. "Damon! You want to kill us?!" Jove suddenly yelled, yanking off the earpiece he had on. He had fallen back on impulse from the near death crash they barely escaped. He glanced at Zayde, a mistake at first, because the latter never acted like something just happened. His men kept stoic faces too, leaving him dumbfounded. "Am I the only living thing in this car? Because Damon almost sent us to our earliest graves and none of you will f**cking tell me you didn't see that!" Jove yelled. He was this close to being infuriated. Damon chuckled loudly. "It was only a mistake", he said with a shrug. "Yeah, a mistake that would've marked an end to my beautiful life", he said bluntly, his voice unable to mask the sarcasm. "You should be shameless at times, Jove." Boris said, turning back to look at Jove. Just then, Zayde put on his headphone with a slightly irritated huff, a clear indication everyone were disturbing him. They all shut up at once, returning to their previous activities. "You'll watch them kill me one day." Jove mumbled, sinking down into the seat.

The clock struck midnight when Ruelle heard the echo of footsteps. She tensed, the fine hairs on the back of her neck standing on end in the cool night air. "You shouldn't be here," Ruelle whispered, her voice a breathless murmur. The silhouette finally came to stand under the moonlight, his dark red eyes watching her and his inky black hair ruffling. "Shouldn't I?" His voice was a dark caress, and she stood there captivated by the danger he exuded like perfume. "I haven’t seen you for the last two days," his tone low. His hand reached out, fingers brushing against the silk of her nightgown, tracing the trembling outline of her collarbone. "Tell me, were you avoiding me, or perhaps... entertaining other offers?" Ruelle’s heart raced, her breaths shallow. She declared, "I don't belong to anyone.” "A bold claim," he murmured, his breath a tantalising chill against her skin as he leaned in. "Yet here you are, pulse racing, your body tensed as if in anticipation of my touch." His fingers gripped her chin, tilting her face towards his. The moonlight caught his eyes, revealing a glint of predatory intent. "Or must I remind you whose touch you truly crave?"

In a world full of chaos and lies, Everest Sparkspar is just trying to get by. With no big plans for his future, he spends his days taking on missions for a secretive company alongside his bold and fearless partner, J. But when they start digging into the company’s secrets, they find more than they bargained for. As the stakes rise, Everest and J have to decide if they’ll stick to the rules or take a chance on something bigger. Packed with action, humor, and tough choices, their story is about finding your own way in a messy world.

[ Lynn, Sam and Mahone ] I put my t-shirt down, my hands shaking. I try to ignore them and stare at my reflection in the mirror. My hair color is dark brown and a vague hint of golden. My dad used to say that my eyes are ocean blue. A guy in my history class once said that I had perfect lips. Another guy said that I had a great body. They wanted to date me. And I dated few of them, too. I brush my fingers in my forehead. Then my dark, thick eyelashes. The side of my nose. My lips. I run my hand at my neck, then across my collarbone. Am I beautiful? Honestly, I don't know. Maybe I'm not. "You were wrong, Samlin Greenham." A voice inside my head suddenly whispers. "Calm down, Sammy," another voice whispers. It's the voice I loved. His voice is fading away. My hands start shake again, my breath rapidly quickening. I am losing control. I have to do something. "Goddammit!" I punch the mirror with my fist. It shatters into thousand pieces. My reflection has shattered into thousand pieces, too. The mirror now looks to me like an art. And my bloody knuckles. "I am sorry, Lynn. I can't promise you anymore, because you left me." I bite my lip to stop myself from crying. I won't cry. What's the point of crying? My sixth sense is suddenly alert. Somebody is watching me. I spin around. A guy is standing in front of the door, leaning against it. He wears a tight blue shirt, the sleeves folded. His black hair is ruffled and his hands are folded across his chest. The probable most amazing thing about him is his eyes. They are dark green. They are dangerous, beautiful and incredibly unreadable. And they are watching me.

In a world filled with different people. I'm one of the most different people you will ever see. I live with my uncle and his wife with their five kids. I got adopted into the family when i lost my parents in an accident that took their lives on the same day two years ago.as at then it was sixteen years birthday. They were actually coming to pick me up from highschool to take me out on my birthday but they died on their way, ever since then my life have been hell. Everyone sees me as a cursed child everyone just hates me. Today i turned eighteen years old. I've hated birthday since i lost my parents. Although today I'm a bit happy that I'm turning eighteen cause i now have the right to leave my uncles house. Since i woke up I've been staring at the ceiling thinking of what to do on this day a then i heard a voice "make a wish" i just obeyed and closed my eyes " I wish to have something that no one has and can ever have something beyond imagination, something mysterious, extraordinary and magical. I wish for love " After i made this wish i felt an adrenaline rush through me giving me chills and goosebumps all over my body. I stood up from the bed and went to the bathroom to get ready for the day. Although i felt this sharp pain on my back which i quickly ignored, i took off my clothes and stepped inside the bathroom. I adjusted the water temperature to how i like it and i turned it on while humming a song. The first splash on my body was so refreshing. I let my hair down and as the waters flowed down my body cooling every nerve in my bones. But then all of a sudden i felt this sharp pain that made me scream and fell to the ground and then i saw something like feathers wrapped around me. It all felt like an illusion. I felt the pain quickly subside and i gradually stood up. What seemed like feathers was actually attached to back. I looked through my left shoulder and saw wings on my back. I doubted it and went to front of my bathroom mirror and to my greatest surprise there was wings directly coming out from my skin it had colour like flames a mixture of red and gold. My hair which was normally shoulder length blonde was now long down to my waist and was now red with gold edges. My eyes were literally flaming it was sparkling. I held my mouth from screaming this is theoretically impossible. I heard when my door burst open and i was naked in my bathroom confused. All of a sudden the wings and hair everything changed back to normal. It was no one else that barged into my room but toby, one of my cousin's. I quickly dragged a towel and hid by my bathroom door but he already saw me. Toby is one of the people i dislike because he has always wanted to have his way with my body this has gotten me really scared of being home alone. I caught a sinister smile on his face and he went back and locked my door and placed the keys in his pocket. I ran out from the bathroom and hid by my bed wrapping myself with my blanket "i never knew today will be my lucky day " as he spoke he walked towards me. "Who would have thought that i and oris would be the only ones at home today" upon hearing this i shivered " i like what i just saw ".He licked his lips "please toby don't hurt me " i could hear my heart racing and my eyes were watery "i really don't care if i do" the more he got closer i shifted backwards until i reached the wall and no where to run to i burst into tears pleading with him not to hurt me but he gave deaf ears, he dragged the blanket away from me and threw me on the bed. I was fighting to run away but he climbed on me and tried forcing me to kiss him and i bit him " you bitch" he punched me on the face and i could taste something thick i guessed it was blood "you are gonna pay" the next moment he was kicking off his pant. I kept on fighting and kicking but it couldn't do anything on his frame instead it angered and he smacked my cheeks and punched me several times until i got weak but i still struggled. Gradually

Dying then getting reincarnated wasn't something I thought possible. Yet here I am. But did it have to reincarnate me into a... skinny dog? A small bone-y deer...? A very hairy, with some feathers, hunched over... thing? 'What the hell am I?' [You are a baby {–––––––}.] 'Hm, a –––––––, aye...' Instead of thinking about my new self, I thought about something else, something bad. I felt the terrible, horrible, terrifying need to make a bad, baad pun. 'Hey, System.' [Yes?] 'Ice to meet you.' [...] I began to chuckle. A few quiet wheezes of air puffing out. [...sigh.] (This novel is on hiatus for now)

Before humankind’s dawn, a world wild and untamed breathed under ancient rule… Titans bestrode the earth, towering and merciless, while dragons wove fierce storms through the skies, each creature carving their will upon the world. The first elves were yet trolls, unshaped and primal, waiting in the shadows of fate. But as time unfolded, the heavens shook with a clash that shattered mountains and scorched skies: titans against dragons, power against fury. Earth cracked and skies raged as the mighty beings tore at one another in a battle that left both forces crippled and broken. Then, in this breath of silence… he arrived. A mysterious time traveler, a wanderer from realms unknown, descended upon a tribe of eagle man. In him, they saw a vision beyond survival—a path to greatness. Under his wisdom, the eagles grew, shed feathers for wings of light, and evolved to become the tribe of angels. Eons passed. Now, Philisios Veldorim, the King of Angels and Lord of Judgment, reigns from the highest heavenly throne,

After finding the spatial stone in the Alchemy World, Yuan Liang was overjoyed. Finally, he could go home! With thoughts of returning home, he eagerly stepped into the teleportation array. When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in yet another world... A turtle shrouded in black mist… A bird that summoned storms with each beat of its wings… A giant ape covered in thousands of arms… Was this Earth? No! Where was this place? Fortunately, Yuan Liang discovered that his alchemy could still be used in this world! His alchemy could awaken the legendary bloodline within the spirit beasts. [Horned Caterpillar] to [Sky-Swallowing Chaos True Dragon]: devouring the sun, moon, and stars, perceiving the universe, traversing past, present, and future. [Blue Feather Bird] to [Frost Soul Sky Howler Eagle]: freezing heaven, earth, and everything within, dominating all races. [Flame Monkey] to [Hell Asura Fire Ape]: hellfire that scorches all, purifies all evil, the emperor of fire. Yuan Liang looked at the rows of divine beasts before him and declared, “No matter how many more worlds I have to conquer, I will find my way home!” …… This novel is also known as ‘Peerless Beast Master: The Path of Bloodline Awakening’

Alpha werewolf Skye thought she'd outrun her destiny when she rejected her fated mate, Liam, five years ago. Leading her pack and defending their territory was all that mattered - until a rival pack's threat awakens a power within her that no one could have predicted. In a storm of feathers and talons, Skye transforms into a creature of myth - part wolf, part bird, all predator. But her newfound power comes with a price: the return of Liam, now a formidable enforcer seeking redemption and answers. As Skye grapples with her bizarre transformation, she finds herself torn between her loyal beta, Jake, and the undeniable pull of her fated mate. Unknown forces watch from the shadows, pack loyalty wavers, and a shocking twist of fate leaves Skye questioning everything she thought she knew about being Alpha - and about her own heart. In a world where strength means survival, can Skye prove that even with wings, an Alpha can still have claws? Or will this metamorphosis - and the rekindling of a rejected bond - be the end of everything she's fought to protect? Unleash your wildest imagination with "Feathers and Fangs" - a sizzling paranormal romance that blends the heat of second-chance love with heart-pounding action. Just when you think you know where this tale of transformation and fated mates is headed, a jaw-dropping revelation will leave you howling for more! Discover the electrifying first installment of the 'Feathered Alpha' series, where ancient myths collide with modern pack dynamics, and one woman's transformation could rewrite the very laws of the supernatural world - and of love itself.

Final Life Online is a 10th-generation, full-dive VRMMO game developed through the collaboration of companies from across the globe. The game was initially designed as a virtual utopia, a place where players could spend their entire lives after retirement, earn a living, and even shape a new reality. Despite its deep and serious intent, the game became an escape for most players, who gave up on its true objective and chose instead to simply enjoy living in the virtual world as if it were reality. Only a few elite guilds still aimed to beat the game, chasing the incredible rewards promised to those who succeeded. The stakes were high — any player who could defeat the game's final challenge would be rewarded with 20% ownership in the top 1,000 companies in the real world. Yet, as the years passed, no one was able to conquer it. Now, a decade later, the game has become a battleground for the top guilds, all vying for that elusive victory and its earth-shaking rewards. Suddenly, the perspective shifts to a figure standing by the window, looking out into the fading light. A soft breeze ruffles the curtains as he gazes at the massive poster of Final Life Online plastered on the building across the street, its vibrant colors a stark contrast to the dullness of his room. He mutters to himself, his voice a mere whisper against the cacophony of the city below. "And I... am Flynn Blade." The name feels foreign on his tongue, a remnant of a past life he can barely remember. And I have reincarnated in this Doomed world, But no more as I am here now. ***** Flynn, a reincarnator from another world, finds himself preparing for the launch of Final Life Online, a virtual reality game with world-changing stakes. In his previous life, Final Life Online was just a novel, but now he knows it’s far more than just a game. It's humanity's last chance to prepare for a catastrophic apocalypse set to hit Earth in ten years. To make sure the world takes it seriously, the game’s rewards are extraordinary, including shares in top companies and a “World Owner” title with unparalleled power. Flynn has an edge over other players because he knows the game’s true purpose from the start, thanks to reading from the perspective of Max, the story's main character. Max is a regressor who, like Flynn, will join the game today. Max is set to choose one of the strongest classes, but Flynn knows about an even more powerful class that Max didn’t know existed. This class once made another player the second-strongest in the world, nearly on par with Max, despite the fact that Max had multiple advantages like special equipment and cheats. Flynn plans to take this class for himself, aiming to surpass even Max in strength and gather enough power to survive the coming apocalypse. Though he has never met Max personally, Flynn's knowledge of Max’s journey gives him the insight he needs to prepare. His ultimate goal is not just to become stronger, but to protect himself and those he cares about from the impending disaster.

[Will you open the Gilded Box?] [Possible reward A: Ascension for all of Humanity] [Possible reward B: Extinction] … On the first day of high school, a mysterious boy with an unknown background appeared at Bharat's most prestigious and futuristic school. At first, no one noticed anything unusual about him. When it was time for everyone to introduce themselves, the boy stood up to share his introduction. He began by revealing his name: Abhi. However, he seemed unsure about many other details concerning himself, as if he had no memories of his past. But when asked about his hometown, his answer shocked everyone to their core. He revealed that he came from Rakvill, a city erased from time and history—a place believed to be the legendary City of Gold. Who is Abhi? Why did he enroll in the greatest school in the country? And most importantly, how did he come from a place that has been forgotten by time and history? … A group of high school students who were secretly researching 'Rakvill,' decided to acquaint themselves with Abhi to unveil the mysteries hidden in his memories. During their search, Abhi, Transmigrates into game-like realms filled with distorted realities. He must clear all the levels in these realms to reach their ultimate goal: the legendary City of Gold.

In the beginning, when the world was still young and the skies were untamed, there existed a legend known to only a few. It was the tale of the 5 Birds, celestial beings created to safeguard the realms and maintain the balance of nature. These five majestic creatures were revered and feared, their power unmatched and their wisdom boundless. • Divine Owl Sagea, soared above the highest peaks, her golden wings casting a protective shadow over the lands below. She embodied courage and strength, always the first to confront any threat to their world. She was the leader of the 5 celestial birds. • Nocturne, the Raven of Secrets, dwelled in the shadows, his black feathers blending with the night. Keeper of ancient knowledge and hidden truths, he was a master of dark magic, using his powers to protect the innocent and punish the wicked. • Zephyra, the Falcon of Speed, raced with the wind, her silver feathers shimmering in the sunlight. She was swift and agile, a messenger of the gods and a symbol of freedom, her presence a harbinger of hope. • Seraphina, the Swan of Serenity, glided gracefully over tranquil waters, her pure white feathers reflecting her inner peace. She brought harmony and healing, soothing the hearts of those in turmoil and restoring balance to the land. • Pyra, the Phoenix of Rebirth, burned with an eternal flame, his fiery plumage a beacon of renewal and transformation. From the ashes of destruction, he rose again and again, a testament to the power of resilience and the promise of a new beginning. These five were the Pentad of Protectors, united by their mission to defend the world from the forces of darkness. Their greatest challenge came in the form of the Shadow Flock, a sinister group intent on plunging the realms into chaos and despair. The Celestial Birds fought valiantly, but the battle was fierce and unforgiving. One by one, they fell, their spirits lingering in the hopes that one day, successors would rise to continue their legacy. The world was left vulnerable, waiting for the day when the Celestial Birds would return to restore peace and order.

“It’s Duke Raymond, oh my god he looks so handsome in white!!” a lady exclaimed. Just hearing this warning bell Eloise, peered to the right. A beautiful man dressed completely in white tux walked confidently into the ballroom. His black eyes wandered amongst the crowd, searching for a certain someone. {‘Why is he here!!’} Eloise bit her lips anxiously. {‘Either way, lets run before he catches me,’} she pulled up her fluffy ruffle skirt to her knees and ran like the wind. All of a sudden she felt her skirt being pulled from behind. “How audacious of you to pull a lady’s skirt,” she shouted and pulled without taking a glance back. “My, my, I think I stepped on a cockroach, what shall I do? Shall I roast it for tainting my shoes or should I chop its head off,” a hoarse voice jokingly said from behind. {‘Shit, I’m dead,’} she glanced back in slow motion. “This..... My lord, can you let go of my skirt,” she pointed to his foot that was firmly stepping on the bottom of her skirt. “Why not, I am just expressing my emotions to the lady who expressed ardent feeling to me in her letters,” he said with a smug smirk. The crowd gasped. “She wrote him a love letter!! That shameless wrench,” some lady shouted out loud. Hearing this, Eloise’s eyelid twitched, “sir... no, Lord, I think you misunderstood. I was only expressing my heartfelt gratitude with my ‘thank you’ letter,” she enunciated each word. The duke chuckled. “Oh is that so,” he strode closer having a tight grip on her skirt, “are the words bat-shit-bastard, ring a bell. I read it in your letter,” Eloise gritted her teeth, {‘so you plan to use my word against me, huh? We’ll see who wins,’} she stepped to his side, showing her back to the entire crowd. “MY LORD! Where are you touching me?!” Suddenly she shouted, gasping her bosom. “How audacious of you. I RESPECTED YOU SIR!! How could you do this,” she screamed and ran away while he was frozen in shock. The entire ball room was in disarray. “Lord Raymond is a pervert!!”

"What if I say it's too risky?" she asked. "Then I will respond with—you are worth every risk," he smiled. ... With a troubled past and financial issues, Maxim Warner never had it easy. Coming a long way from a small town, he never stopped despite the hurdles thrown his way. Charming and aloof, now the hotshot neurosurgeon has no use for emotions and even less use for love. However, things get twisted when he takes a familiar blonde as his tenant despite the jarring red flags in his mind. She is the same woman who once held his heart within her grasp. But she crushed it back then and he would be damned if he let her do it again. He would be a good friend to her. Nothing more. End of the story. Diana Chen, an American-Chinese heiress finds her life flipping upside down when she holds an infant in her arms. A tiny life that she is supposed to protect now but it comes at the expense of everything she has. Nevertheless, on the worst day of her life, she moves to another country and decides to start a new life. And probably it is a good sign that her new house owner is a familiar face. "Oh my god, Warner, I almost didn't recognize you!" She ruffled his hair but unlike how he used to laugh or blush in the past, he did not react and the atmosphere suddenly felt strained. Let her take it back. The new house owner being a familiar face is making things awkward because the broody neurosurgeon might not be the beautiful boy with haunted dark eyes she used to know once. He is a man now... mysterious and stunning with eyes that strangely smolder her. And she is beginning to feel things that she should not feel for him. God, is it too late to find rent somewhere else? Maxim has yet to get over what the young Diana did to him while Diana has a baby to raise in her penniless state. Amidst this, the last thing they want is to look at each other across the dining table like the world lacks oxygen and their mouths are the only strategy for survival. When the thin string of patience snapped, she made a proposal, "Take all my firsts," As he looked at her in stunned silence, she continued, "I want you to take all my firsts. If you can't, then I can go find someone who will—" her words were lodged back in her throat by his consequent actions. _ When the mysteries from the past unveil themselves gradually, will the two be able to get over their differences and own up to their feelings? Or will it be the final 'The End' for them this time?

Simione needed to become a mistress. Not just another rich man's mistress, but M Conglomerate's President, Hawk Monsanto's. Truth was, the young billionaire does not interest Simione of any sort nor was his very attractive gorgeous looks concerned her. She just needed him for one thing, his fiancée Feather Han, owed her big time and that ballerina bitch had to pay with the most precious thing Simione desired, her broken heart. Hawk Monsanto rose to the top for one reason; he wanted to be the perfect match for the Han Scintillait's heiress. When he thought it was the right time to get what his heart desired, he willingly bleeds millions just to arrange a wedding engagement. However, whether it was work of fate or work of an evil seductress, he stumbled upon a rare beauty that he cannot set his eyes off. And before his money and rationality could ever warn him, Hawk had fallen into something his billions cannot buy. *** "Who are you?" Hawk managed to ask between his ragged breath. "That depends on who you want me to be," The girl uttered and for the first time, Hawk saw her upturned honey-colored eyes. Looking into it was like drowning yourself into something magical, something hypnotizing and very much irresistible that when the girl tiptoed to meet his lips, he willingly lowered his head to welcome her. And he was right there, opening his mouth for her—warm and wet—giving everything he must give and was kissing her back with equal ardor. The girl wrapped her arms around his neck, and he responded by pressing the girl's body closer, the fiancee forgotten. However, when Hawk was at the point of wanting more, the girl pulled away and Hawk opened his eyes bewildered onto her sudden retreat. He was gasping for air and would very much like to pull her back to finish the bliss she had started. But she only smiled at him, feeling very empowered by the fact that the M Conglomerate's President had already fallen into her trap. "What's the matter?" He asked, confused as to what made her stop. "Nothing," Her smile widened a little more, making her face bright and goddess-like and Hawk became more defenseless with that. "It's just that I only want you to have a free taste. The next of course comes with a big price"

Yin and Yang go against each other, creation sprouts, the universe is reversed, and all laws are clear and transparent. Between the Six Harmonies and Eight Wilderness, I am the Emperor of the Supreme Court; Within nine days and ten lands, I am the most revered. A generation of Dan Sheng Bai Feng, who ascended to the level of a defeated feather while crossing the heavenly tribulation, was fortunate enough to be reborn until his youth. Having regained a new life, one should make up for the regrets of the past. In the past, the affectionate lovers and brothers in need were all guarded by me with all my heart; The former archenemy, treacherous and wicked, all relied on my resolute hand to strike.

Warning: Amazingly, absurdly and deliriously funny chaps ahead. Read and laugh at your own risk. -------------------------------------- "You are one of my many dreams, and the only dream I wish I should have chased desperately" Darryl Lemmuel was an aspiring engineer. There was only one word to describe him—exceptional. He was the only male heir of the Lagdameo clan and the future of L Empire. Apart from that, he was rumored to be financially independent at the age of eight, tricked the present president of L empire—his father— into agreeing with his terms and left home at the age of sixteen to live on his own. He broke all the socialite’s rule to have a good taste of adventure! Xhemin Lae Dugmoch was a struggling botanist. Enrolled in an A-list school, she knew nothing but books, experiments and strawberries. As the granddaughter of a retired famous doctor, Xhemin was very keen in keeping her profile low as per her granddad's wishes. Nobody in the elite community knew that she existed and that her grandfather’s corporation— Feather HealthCare had an heir. One witty heir and one crazy strawberry girl; their predicament started when their life got tangled up against each other in a conference. HE suddenly became her target prey. And SHE was a little trouble not worthy of his attention. The trouble he soon learned to want— so desperately and dearly wanted. ----------------------- After a long hiatus, daily updates resumes today (Feb 24, 2019 EST) Chapter release: 14 Chapters a week Regular Updates will be release at 4AM and 4PM EST. Bonus Chapters will be marked as bonus Note: The author publishes raw chapters daily. Editors are still backtracking the unedited parts. Cover picture is from www.pinterest.ph

"Dragon Princess, return. Your mission is far from over," a powerful voice thundered through the ethereal void, reverberating around Kimberly. She staggered in shock. "Dragon Princess? Who could this 'Dragon Princess' be?" she muttered, bewildered and weak, as she stumbled along the misty bridge between life and death— the afterlife bridge! Kimberly is shattered when she finds her fiancé and younger sister together in bed. Driven to despair, she leaps from the roof of a ten-story building. Instead of death, she awakens as the female lead in the realm of her own award-winning novel, Faeloria. Believing she can easily navigate her way out as the writer of the story, Kimberly is shocked to discover the plotline of her book has been drastically altered by someone with unknown motives. Captured and auctioned in the House of Pleasures by the Lycan King—who, despite falling for her at first sight, must comply with Faeloria’s harsh custom of auctioning humans as toys—Kimberly's fate takes a darker turn when she is purchased by the highest bidder, the Demon Lord himself, ruler of Faeloria. The Demon Lord, aware of Kimberly's true identity, compels her to fall in love with him. However, as her past memories and identity resurface, Kimberly realizes her true purpose in Faeloria: to kill the Demon Lord who massacred her entire race thousands of years ago—the very Demon Lord she now loves deeply. Torn between her mission and her heart, Kimberly faces an impossible choice. Will she avenge her people by killing the Demon Lord, or will she choose love and forgive him for his past sins? The Dragon Princess must decide. Only time will reveal her fate. ********* "How should I punish you tonight, little dummy?" he growled seductively in my face, our faces just an inch apart, and his warm breath fanned my facial skin. He brought his lips closer to mine, and my heart skipped a beat. Is he gonna kiss me? Am I gonna taste those glossy lips of his? Oh my god, I'm one lucky bitch! I closed my eyelids shut, anticipating his wet lips to lock with mine, while my heart continued to thump and palpitate loudly against my chest. "You think I was gonna kiss you? Dream on! Only good girls deserve to be kissed and fucked!" he breathed in a dangerous yet sinfully seductive low tone while grabbing my tiny waist suddenly. He lifted me off the bed and carried me across the room as if I were a feather. "Where are you taking me?" I asked quietly, feeling numb all over. "To receive your punishment, little dummy," he growled and snapped his fingers in his usual manner, summoning a portal before us. . . . . . . . Note to Readers: Chapters 1 to 80 follow the female lead's journey in the new realm she finds herself in, where fascinating romance with the male lead and a series of adventures with new friends gradually reveal the truth about her real identity and her past feud with him. From Chapter 80-End, the story focuses on her enmity with the male lead, featuring a series of intense wars and dramatic confrontations as she ultimately strives to complete her mission as the dragon princess.

He ruffled my hair and smirked, “Silly girl, come find me when you're older. When you’re ready.” And he disappeared. ** Kim Aera, a college student working on her essay about the villain Lord Eros and his enemy King Augustus, in a famous novel called To Be Loved, but ending up transmigrating herself in the novel as an orphan who turned out out to be Princess Asteria, a descendant of King Augustus and the sister of the male lead Crown Prince Apollo. On her 18th birthday, every prince around from other kingdom went to Ardis kingdom to be her husband, each having their gifts to show their love. However, Princess Asteria wanted nothing but to run away from her suitors, ending up kidnapped by a strange man named Anteros who says that she possesses incredibly rare magic, and Anteros asked her to revive the legend and dangerous dark mage, Lord Eros, the villain of the story. As Lord Eros lived again, she ends up diving deeper into his past. And what's more, the second lead Prince Galician was supposed to go to the female lead but ended up chasing her. How can she return to the real world with the dark mage tailing behind her back, brothers, and countless almost-death situations from the king’s concubine? To Lord Eros, she was the future. To her they were the past that she mistakenly brought up and caused chaos in the story, entrapping her. (UNEDITED)

In an Interstellar world long after the death of the sun, humanity prospers. They can be found on almost any inhabitable planet within 4 galaxies. But in order to get to the point where they could handle those conditions, they mutated. Humans developed animal features and discovered a new resource, life energy. This energy presented in a way that older humans might call a super power. Unfortunately, humans can't be trusted to behave civilly after gaining power. Discrimination for any reason became more and more common in interstellar society. Many people abused their powers to control the masses. There was barely any humanity left among the humans when everything changed. The Zerg, an insectoid race with incredible destructive power, had awoken and was taking over the galaxy. The human society has no choice but to value strength above all else in order to fight and survive in the face of this threat. This is the story of the two gods of war. How they found strength in each other and how their love forever changed the world. ─── ⋅ ∙ ∘ ☽ ༓ ☾ ∘ ⋅ ⋅ ───⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅─── ⋅ ∙ ∘ ☽ ༓ ☾ ∘ ⋅ ⋅ ─── BL / Boy's love / Danmei / Yaoi / etc. a relationship that develops between two men. • The relationship will be slowburn because the characters will take a long time to acknowledge their feelings. However, they will develop feelings for each other very quickly and there will be sexual and romantic tension very early on. • The relationship starts very unequal. This will change. • Don't take the "Sci-fi" genre too seriously. It is basically fantasy set in the future. • There will be vivid depictions of gore and violence throughout the story. There will be no individual chapter warnings for this.

"Is this a joke?" "I beg your pardon?" "Is this someone's grand attempt at making me look stupid or making me think I'm going crazy?" "I can assure you, that is not my intention..." ~ • ~ On Averill's eighteenth birthday, she notices unexplainable things happening around her. Objects seem to move if she squints at them. Faint, golden sparks seem to shoot from her fingertips. Dreams of a handsome stranger with violet eyes plague her at night. At first, she chalks it up to her imagination, but a week after her birthday, the mysterious stranger from her dreams approaches her and reveals that she is not human. She is something... more. A high-born fairy who was hidden in the human world as a baby for her protection. Now, this English Aristocrat is being tossed into a world she knows nothing about. A world filled with powerful magic and more powerful foes. A world filled with creators and destroyers. A world that she is destined to be the ruler of. She will face founders, traitors and foes disguised as friends, that will stop at nothing to get what they want. Because if they can't have all Seven Realms, no one can. They're coming. Copyright Hettie Feather 2021

This is my first attempt at a story. Even if no one read it I am having fun. It’s a story about a women who finds herself in a world unknown. The sky is purple and the Elves hang out in the trees to the south waiting to attack and eat you alive. This is a chapter sample Village My red wings blend well in the dark sky. This is a small village, if you can call it that, not even fifty houses. The village is on a small hill. The roofs are a light blue grass and the walls are an orange stone. There are no walls encasing the town. There are a few rows of a purple flower surrounding the village. The leafs are blue with red vines through them. These are flowers that give off a perfume that the beasts don't like. The flowers also surround part of the field that has creatures that walk on two legs. They look something like dinosaurs/large chickens with no feathers, and skin like an elephant. They are used like horses. The grass is a light blue and reaches to the forest. Not a person can be seen in the village. Not a light in any of the houses. "When darkness comes all babies should be in bed cause monsters play at night." I laugh at myself and dive. A red light lances through the sky from the column on the nearest corner of the village just missing me "Now that pisses me off," I say out loud, and let loose a black flame from my mouth. The flame hits the column. Then I let loose another. This time I hear a scream as the house I aim at bursts into flames. I blast house after house.

In a world where scandal and betrayal have shattered her life, Ariana Kiel finds herself plunged into a realm of magic and mystery. As she awakens in a new era and dimension, she discovers herself as Hazel, a princess on the brink of a fateful union with the enigmatic and feared Demon King Hades. Determined to defy the rumors and break the dark king's hold, Hazel finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the very demon she sought to resist. As she navigates this dangerous new world, Hazel must confront her inner demons and decide where her loyalties truly lie. What happens when all the leaders of the underworld fall in love with her, Will she succumb to the darkness, or will she find a way to rewrite her destiny? . . . Prophecy In the darkest depths of the underworld, a prophecy foretells of a phoenix that will soon emerge, sent by the heavens to bring destruction upon the realm and its inhabitants. The fiery bird, with feathers ablaze and eyes of molten gold, will rise from the ashes to vanquish the werewolves, vampires, witches, and demons that dwell within. But beware, for the Demon King, ruler of the underworld, seeks to prevent the phoenix's awakening at all costs. He fears the power of the celestial creature and knows that once it emerges, his reign will be threatened. The prophecy warns that the phoenix must be slaughtered before its awakening, lest the underworld be consumed by its flames. The heavens have spoken, and the fate of the underworld hangs in the balance. Will the phoenix bring about the realm's destruction, or will the Demon King succeed in snuffing out the fiery bird before it can fulfill its divine purpose? The answer lies in the hands of fate, and the battle between light and darkness is about to unfold.

Rumors in the capital suggested that the youngest son of the Huo family was considered useless compared to his brothers and had ventured into the entertainment industry to become a Movie King. Additionally, it was rumored that he was hiding his wife because she was from the countryside. No matter how much people tried to persuade him, he would always say the same sentence: "My madam is very ordinary and has a bad temper. You'd better not bully her." Everyone laughed secretly, thinking that birds of a feather flock together. Until one day, when Mr. Huo was trying to poach a certain big shot, he stared at the chain of sock puppets he accidentally discovered. "Internationally renowned doctor." "Best author." "Boss behind the large-scale conglomerate." … They were all his wife's online identities used for purposes of deception. Young Master Huo fell into a strange silence and turned stiffly to look at his little wife, who supposedly didn't know anything. The two big bosses, who were hiding from each other, probably never thought of revealing themselves for a little mistake. Both of them were as lofty as lotuses and were also like cliffs buried in three inches of snow.

Dexter Kirk, a teenage pauper who lived in the outskirt of an humble abode, Lonbridge Town. Despite merely living in the streets of the outskirts. Dexter and just like any other paupers all had the dream of being able to control the enigmatic power known as Zephyxr elemental magic. Yet reality was cold, ruthless and cruel. In a world where to become a Zephyxr elemental controller seemed to be even rarer than phoenix feathers, to have a talent for it seemed even harder than ascending the Nine Heavens. Due to a tragic encounter, Dexter was left for worse. Destined to die while trying to protect his friends who just happened to later on betray him Leaving him in an half dead state. Yet as fate and luck would always be so mysterious and have it. Dexter seemed to have been given a second chance by an enigmatic being. Now armed with the talents needed to be a powerful Zephyxr elemental controller. Dexter now embarjs on a journey of not only revenge but also a race against time. The clock is ticking, and he only had mere years to accomplish the almost impossible goal set by the enigmatic being. Would he accomplish this goal and become a supreme Zephyxr elemental controller or would he succomb and be washed away by the passage of time. Hence the beginning of the Great Demon started. One who would do just anything to get stronger...one who Is greedy for life. And would destroy any that stand in his way. He is known by the name: The Supreme Demon