Clouds With Meatballs

Julian Althan is a 14 year old orphan who lives in the slums of Vestand. His parents have long since passed and he has no one but himself to rely on. While following his daily routine of dodging Arthur, a sadistic debt collector, Julian gets caught trying to steal some food out of the trash from behind a restaurant. While lying beaten he doesn't know his fortune will soon change as a spirit from another world seeks to escape pursuit.

“Kangho refers to the world of martial artists, akin to the ‘jianghu’ in Chinese wuxia literature.” “The Martial World doesn’t belong to the strong—it belongs to those who endure until the end.” Lee Do-Hyun, an ordinary office worker. Trapped in a monotonous routine, he stumbles upon a mysterious book that changes his life forever. When he opens his eyes, he finds himself in a new world—the Martial World (Kangho)—reborn as the weakest of the weak. With no power to rely on, Do-Hyun is saved by Chun-Hyang at the Pungwolru, a house of pleasure that’s much more than it seems. There, he learns the ways of survival from women who have mastered the art of turning weakness into strength. Quick footwork, exploiting openings, and the psychology of battle—skills not meant for the strong, but for those determined to survive. Then, fate intervenes. Do-Hyun discovers a legendary blade—the Ego’s Sword—a weapon that chooses its own master. The blade whispers, “I will test your will.” With this cursed gift, Do-Hyun rises from obscurity, becoming a beacon of hope for the oppressed. His name spreads through the Martial World, and the once-mocked women of Pungwolru stand proud alongside him. But the Martial World doesn’t change so easily. • Rising prodigies who believe in the supremacy of raw strength • A corrupt leadership within the so-called “just” Beggar’s Sect • And secret powers scheming to revive the legacy of fallen gods… At the heart of these battles, Do-Hyun makes his stand: “I’ll shatter the rules of Kangho. I’ll show them the true meaning of strength.” Will he become the master of the sword—or will the sword master him? The story of a man who became the hope of the weak begins now. #MartialArts #Isekai #Swordmaster #UnderdogRising #ReformingTheMartialWorld

Sweet and Naive, That's her! Meet Lily Lee, a 17 year old High schooler. She has the features of an angel; cute brown eyes, small nose, small pink lips and long silky hair. She was a student of Luxe High School (LHS). A school which screamed luxury and Excellence, meant for the rich only and scholarships entry wasn't allowed. Meet Lucas Kyung and Reed Park, the male leads- ML. While, Lucas is funny, flirty and close to Lily (Her best friend), Reed is cold, reserved, avoids girls like a plague and is a real definition of a 'Rich Kid'. News Flash! Lucas and Reed are rivals and the history of their hatred remains a mystery to people. What happens when these guys fall in love with the same girl? Will she be able to choose between them? What if she's stuck between her feelings and friendship? Will she be able to conceal her feelings? Join me on this Epic journey to find out more.

Every secret has a watcher. Every mask hides a weakness. And _Yukimura Kira_ is running out of places to hide. By day, she's just another nameless face in Tokyo’s endless crowd. But by night, she becomes _Luna_ , an underground idol wrapped in secrecy. No one knows her real name. No one knows her real face. And that’s exactly how she’s survived. Until now. Because someone is watching . _Kairos_—a ghost in the system, a hacker who doesn’t just break into networks but into lives. He was sent to track her, to gather intel, to report back. But the more he watches, the more he _wants_ . Every message he sends is a warning. Every intrusion is a claim. Every whispered threat is laced with something darker—something he refuses to name. But Kira isn’t just being stalked. Someone else is hunting her. Someone who doesn’t care about Luna , the idol. Someone who wants Kira dead. Now, she has two choices: Run from the faceless threat closing in on her real life. Or confront the man behind the screen who refuses to let her go. Because Kairos isn’t just watching anymore. He’s _waiting_ . And if she falls into his hands… escape may no longer be an option. How do these two worlds collide? Under what circumstances will they meet—will it spark a forbidden romance or a tragic downfall?

A moon can't be seen on a cloudy night. Master of the four arts and a genius cultivator. Bai Ruyi wanted to live a peaceful life with her loved ones but instead was thrown into chaos and bloodshed. A path of no return awaited, leading to the death of those she loved and, eventually, her own. Now, she is back with a new face, seeking revenge for someone else. But what will happen to her own injustices and the phoenix that waited?

In the land of Etheloria, a relentless Shadow Plague threatens to engulf the land, corrupting all in its path with its malevolent force. Alvan, a selfless young man bound by a solemn promise he made to his late mother, sets forth on a quest to save his homeland from the plague that had befallen it. Guided by an ancient tome, he embarks on a journey to the long-forgotten Lost Temples, forming unbreakable bonds with his chosen companions. In order to retrieve the Elixir of Immortality, which is the only thing that can stop the shadow plague. Alvan succeeded, but at what cost? He gained immortality and unparalleled power of the God of Light, but also triggered the curse of ascendant power placed on the elixir. He watched as his friends and lover, the people he wanted to protect, withered away before his eyes. He also grappled with the effects of the curse that began to take hold in his immortal life. Can Alvan break this eternal curse that came at the expense of saving Etheloria? Or will he become a pawn in a greater cosmic design that threatens the very fabric of the universe? Embark on a journey that transcends time and space, where the price of immortality is weighed against the fate of world. *** > Excerpt: "Have I done anything wrong by fulfilling my mother's dying wish and saving Etheloria? Why do I have to suffer like this because of this curse? I can't even take my own life..." There has to be a way. " ...I am determined to find a way to break this cursed cycle and bring an end to my suffering and life." Alvan lamented. The tree on which he leaned his body withered instantly, transferring its life force to Alvan. ------- [Hey Guys, please read at least ten chapters of this novel before deciding whether to invest your time in it. Here are some of the themes explored in "Cursed With Immortality": Sacrifice, Redemption, Cosmic Struggle, Ambition and Scheming, Selflessness, Legacy, Power, and the Cycles of Life. Happy Reading!]

'Hell is empty and all the devils are here.' -- Williams Shakespeare --- "Should I dip my hands in holy water so I can touch you?" His breath fanned her neck as he spoke close to her ear, causing an anxious shiver to run down her spine. Her eyes widened before narrowing slightly. "You are crazy." She whispered back with a shaking voice. "Why?" He asked, awed. His eyes now staring at her. "Because you would get burned." --- Opposites attract. That’s what everyone says, but light and darkness are two very contrasting entities. Annabelle is the perfect definition of pure and innocent, while on the other hand, Kione is the opposite of that—dark and a devil with an angelic appearance. Too forbidden to be a perfect match.

For ten years, Raiten has been bound to the Thunder Tower and made the enslaved guardian of his clan's northern pillar. Once, he dreamed of freedom and fought for a friend he believed in. Now, she’s returned—a hero, wielding the power he stole for her.  The only questions that remains are, how will Raiten kill her? How will Raiten kill the five elders who enslaved him, killed his mother, stole his childhood? Will he choose forgiveness and carve for himself a new life, beyond the tower, beyond the clan? Or, will he sink in the depraved depths of bloody vengeance?  Perhaps a bit of both.  This story is a mix of vengeance, fast-paced action, lighter slice-of-life moments, and of course, magic. Great for fans of Shadow Slave, Red Rising, Cosmere novels, Mother of Learning, the game Roadwarden, The Witcher, and more! Please enjoy.  [Note: cover is AI art. I am only using this temporarily: once I am not broke, I will pay a proper artist for an awesome cover!] [Note 2: Originally published on RoyalRoad]

Shiori Inabi, a young girl fresh into highschool, has a hard time making friends or even tolerating people in the first place. She feels everyone around her isn't worth the time because they are all toxic and evil anyway. But before the school year even starts she is thrown into a situation far crazier than anything she has ever experienced. Now she has to figure out how to deal with the flood of new emotions and events going on in her life. Will she be convinced to change her ways or only be solidified in her belief that people are bad?

Alex, an 18-year-old high schooler, lives a seemingly ordinary life with his loving mother, Monica, and his bubbly 7-year-old sister, Maria. His father, John, a dedicated soldier, visits them once every two months, bringing joy and stability to their home. Life feels normal, even predictable—until one fateful day changes everything. A chilling message from the army headquarters announces that John has survived a devastating plane crash but is gravely injured. Rushing to his side, the family finds him confined to a wheelchair. As Monica speaks with the doctor about taking John home, her composure remains unusually calm, even… happy. Back home, the day winds down. After dinner, Alex retreats to his room, hoping to distract himself with a chat among friends. But when Monica steps into his room, something shifts. She moves closer, her arms enveloping him in an unexpected embrace. Silent tears stream from her eyes, falling onto Alex’s cheeks, carrying a weight of unspoken emotions and an unshakable mystery. What lies behind Monica’s strange reaction? What secrets are buried in their seemingly perfect family? Each page unravels a story of love, loss, and a truth that could change Alex’s life forever.

Yukina Tokito is a professional pianist who happened to meet Nagumo Sasaki when she was performing on the crowd. He picked her attention when he started to follow the rhythm and start playing violin further enchanting the music. How will they interact and enhance their relationship? Will the two fated lovers intertwine their soul as one?

“Kangho refers to the world of martial artists, akin to the ‘jianghu’ in Chinese wuxia literature.” “Strength is the only truth in this world.” Born into the ruthless Demon Sect, Lee So-Eun knew only one law—the strong survive, and the weak perish. Trained from childhood to wield a blade, she believed power was absolute… until the day she saw her father murdered by his own allies. Betrayed. Hunted. Forced to flee. She abandoned the sect and vanished into the martial world, taking on the guise of a wandering swordsman. Years passed, and rumors of a mysterious masked warrior began to spread. A nameless swordsman, deadly beyond measure, yet strangely… too delicate to be a man. Now, fate calls her back. No longer the frightened child who once fled, she returns as a conqueror. She is the Heavenly Sword Demon King. A fallen heir seeking her own path Flawless, unpredictable swordsmanship A ruler caught between power and purpose Can she break free from the cycle of strength and betrayal, or is she destined to become the very monster she once feared? A gripping martial arts saga of vengeance, power, and fate!

"Di sebuah desa yang diselimuti kabut pagi, hiduplah seorang gadis bernama Arunika. Kehidupannya tampak tenang, namun di balik senyumnya tersembunyi rasa sepi dan kerinduan akan kehangatan keluarga yang utuh. Di sekolah, dia berjuang menemukan tempatnya, terjebak antara keinginan untuk diterima dan ketakutan akan penolakan. Ini adalah kisah tentang perjalanan seorang remaja mencari jati diri di tengah bayang-bayang masa lalu dan tekanan dunia remaja yang penuh warna." *** Hai hai Selamat datang di cerita pertamaku Masih belajar dan pengembangan nulis cerita ini asli dari imajinasiku serta pengalamanku selama sekolah dulu [Jangan Plagiat] Jadi maaf jika ada persamaan ataupun nama karakter dalam cerita ini Jangan lupa di follow ya, dan bayaran votenya Wattpad Happy reading

Following the death of his missionary father in a village notorious for incessant disappearances of missionaries, a young man goes on a secret mission to unravel the mystery behind the killings in the village. There he experiences what he never bargained for

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Once upon a time a boy died and found himself on a mountain. Congratulations. You are now a ghost.

When the plane was about to take off, Lin Yu ignored the flight attendant's reminder to turn off his phone due to work messages. Su Ran, his neighbor, tried to stop him but in vain. Mid - flight, turbulence hit. Lin Yu dropped his phone, and Su Ran helped retrieve it, urging him to power off. After this scare, Lin Yu changed and learned to balance work and life.

In the new order brought about by the era of symbiotes—artificial intelligence that merges with human bodies—living as a fringe dweller had meant nothing but regret, envy, weakness, and dreams for Damon. The only way to save himself and his family from being mere workers who are not even considered citizens of the empire in this new order, and to leave the fringe to live in a real city, is to pass the symbiote compatibility test. Because only through the power of Ka, which grants humans magical abilities and powerful bodies, and becoming a knight, can he achieve his dreams. But to connect with the power of Ka, he needs a symbiote. However, his compatibility test results came back as a red light and a big no. But the world had a different fate in store for him... [Currently merging and initializing...please wait]

there are never enough ways to see reality, we all find it’s truths wearing different clothes. it might be in the eye of a dead fish, or the veins of an autumn leaf, or even in the silver lining of rolling clouds. but if you see it, I’m just the right way, under just the right circumstances, you might just learn something about how the universe works, and if you do, you should be wary where you step, or else you might trip upon a way to look past the lies protecting you.

A boy with Naruto System transport another world. How will be his journey?

Nora is shattered a month before her wedding when she uncovers her fiancé's deceitful affair. As she manages this betrayal, she discovers a deep ploy to hinder her from claiming her rightful inheritance. Devastated but determined, Nora takes a daring step to regain control of her life. Enter Demetri 'The Demon' to those who know him, a formidable man barely known to her, who offers her protection and support in return for a contract marriage to satisfy him. In a twist of fate, Nora marries Demetri to claim her inheritance and fight those who plotted against her. But as she battles her own family and Demetri's many rivals, will she be able to keep from falling for the man known to crush people beneath his booted heel. Excerpt: She had forgotten that the man was intimidating and directly challenged him. Rather than speaking, Demetri rose from his seat and approached her deliberately. Although it was a mere few steps, time seemed to stretch for Nora. When he was almost within touching distance, his hand gently landed on her knee, moving it sideways. His touch moved with a hint of a caress, and he stepped between her open legs. Nora sat there in frozen silence, her eyes wide like a deer caught in headlights. Catching her chin between his fingers, he tilted her face upwards and spoke unhurriedly," You are my wife." She nodded her head slowly in affirmation while his thumb slowly traced her lip. "I have given you time to gather your emotions." Another nod. Nora's nervousness made her lick her lips, acutely aware of his intense gaze fixed upon them. "Your reason for the marriage was to secure your inheritance and get away from under your mother's thumb." "Yes..." Nora whispered in confusion. Her confusion was not about his statement but about the bewildering sensations coursing through her. What was happening with her? "It's time for you to fulfil your end of the contract, yes?" He continued. "Yes," Nora whispered breathlessly. Why was she breathless? Had the oxygen level in the house dropped? Was the air suddenly thinning? Abruptly, his hand left her face, and she watched as he drew closer. It was then that Nora comprehended what was unfolding. All those tantalizing, heart-pounding kisses she had read about in novels were about to possibly become her reality. But the anticipated kiss didn't happen. Instead, he paused near her and commanded, "Kiss me."

After the untimely death of his parents, Celius Illeaf is forced to face the world and its many struggles at an early age. With three siblings to care for and the world seemingly against him, he finds his thoughts becoming darker and more horrific. Will he be able to survive and allow his little siblings to live a good life, or will he become victim to his own morbid thoughts? Support me on Amazon if you like this book!

-R18- Modern-Fantasy-Life Changing- Jain Sen is a regular person in his late 20s, living an ordinary life without any real direction. He's single and has never been in a relationship. One night, Jain encounters a Genie who offers him a deal: his soul for the chance to live in a parallel universe that mirrors our own. This universe has one twist: he'll remember everything from his current life, allowing him to anticipate events. Additionally, the Genie provides him with skills and a system that don't exist here. The Genie also grants Jain the power to start over from the past and gives him a jinn as a lover who will help him achieve his goals and cherish him deeply. Jain accepts these conditions and travels back in time to the past. Now, he has the opportunity to transform his mundane life into something thrilling. Will he succeed in changing his destiny and live happily with his lover? Or will unforeseen events unfold because he's in a different universe? Time will reveal the answers. For now, let me share with you my story of turning my dull life into an exciting adventure. Please Check the Artwork On My Patreon: patreon.com/Som_Me ------- The story is made up. It's not about real people or situations. Any resemblance to actual events or individuals is purely coincidental. I created this story for entertainment purposes only. The characters, places, and events are fictional. I hold no liability for any misunderstandings or misinterpretations of the content.----------

Selamat datang di petualangan dengan Demon. Seorang pemuda yang hanya ingin hidup bebas malah masuk ke dunia fantasi!? Apakah pemuda itu akan selamat!?

A magic researcher from the Order of Merlin finds himself reincarnated in a fantastical world of cloud power. What happens when magic power meets fantasy power? Follow Alvin as he journeys in a world of fantasies and magic. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please support the novel with power stones, review and comment.

Torn between her pain and the allure of Gavin’s enigmatic charm, Sofia battles with her feelings while uncovering secrets that might either ignite a new flame or burn her hopes to ashes. Will Sofia dare to trust again, or will Gavin’s pursuit only add fuel to the fire of her past heartbreak?

Have you ever heard the story “The Woman with a Ribbon Around her Neck”? No? Well, aren't you in for a treat. I am a monster; from a long line of monsters. At first, I hated it, I wanted to be nothing more than a normal human... and for a few hundred years I blended in just fine with the rest of you. Mommy issues and all. But with a mother like Pandora, what can you expect? What? You've heard of Pandora? That's cute, she is nothing like how the storied have painted her. But this isn't her story, just her mess to clean up. But I digress. I grew. I learned that I could be so much more than I ever thought possible. If I was going to embrace being a monster, I would go all out. Me and my men will make sure that the humans don't need to worry about the things that go bump in the night. What Pandora released onto the world, I would take out. Feel free to leave all that messy business to us. Rated 18 plus (language, violence, blood, gore, and smut) Slow burn Paranormal Modern-day Reverse Harem Other Novels: Rebirth in the Apocalypse: Third Time's a Charm --- Completed Fight, Flight, Or Freeze: The Healer's Story ---Completed Be Careful What You Wish For: A Zombie Apocalypse Novel--- Ongoing Star's Ships--- Completed Part Of Your World--- Completed As Silent As A Mouse--- Completed Discord: Sakura#6289 Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/CapanRmy Instagram: @devil_besideyou666