Arakawa Under Bridge

Charlotte thought she had it all...a steady job, a simple life, and three years of what seemed like a perfect relationship with the charming, successful Alexander Wallace.  But everything shatters when he suddenly breaks up with her.  Alexander's engagement to billionaire heiress Eleanor Whitmore, Charlotte friend, is splashed across every media outlet, leaving Charlotte betrayed and heartbroken. As she struggles to piece her life back together, an unexpected opportunity at one of the city's most powerful companies, puts Charlotte face-to-face with a world she never thought she'd be part of.  She becomes the Secretary of Ethan Grayson, the CEO of Grayson Enterprises, making Alexander reappear after a sudden rumored relationship news of Charlotte and Ethan broke out. Will Charlotte reclaim her life and proceed with the revenge against her ex-fiancè, or will Alexander's return pull her back into chaos after finding out about her real parents?

"He Wanted a Marriage of Convenience. She Shattered All His Rules." Arianna Costa never expected her life to be turned upside down during a routine medical check-up. Victim of a medical mistake that leaves her pregnant by a stranger, she soon discovers that the man in question is none other than Alessandro Valenti, the powerful and dangerous king of the Italian mafia. For Alessandro, scandal is unthinkable. Marriage, security, and control: he demands Arianna become his wife to protect his reputation and their future heir. But sharing her life with this authoritarian and enigmatic man will come at a cost. Thrust into a world of luxury, danger, and betrayal, Arianna begins to uncover an unexpected side to Alessandro. Beneath the mask of the mafia king lies a man torn between his need for control and his growing feelings for her. Yet danger lurks in every shadow. Alessandro’s enemies are determined to see him fall, and now Arianna and their unborn child have become prime targets. Torn between scorching attraction, conspiracies, and buried secrets, Arianna must make a choice: surrender to this forbidden love or escape a world that could very well destroy her.

Vol.1: Falling Into The Rain: The First Spark: The first volume introduces Gemini and Fourth as they navigate their deepening connection, with the backdrop of their busy, vibrant lives. Despite their apparent differences in personality, a magnetic attraction draws them together, leading to playful exchanges, flirtation, and building intimacy. In this volume, they begin to acknowledge their emotional chemistry, but neither is ready to admit the true depth of their feelings. As they spend time together, under the shared umbrella of fate, their sensuality and desires slowly awaken. The chapters explore moments of vulnerability, teasing, and connection-leading to tender moments of closeness, making their bond undeniable. *. *. *. *. *. *. *. * Vol.2: Beneath The Storm: A Dance Of Desire In the second volume, Gemini and Fourth are no longer strangers to the undeniable tension between them. Their emotions begin to surface in more profound and intimate ways. The narrative delves deeper into their emotional vulnerabilities and personal growth. They face moments of temptation and self-reflection, with their attraction growing into something more meaningful. This volume highlights their journey from playful flirtation to the realization of their desires and how they begin to explore the emotional and physical aspects of their connection. They begin to share more personal moments, learning to trust each other with their insecurities and dreams. The storm of passion and longing is undeniable, but it is also tempered with moments of doubt and reflection as they seek a deeper emotional connection. ————————————————————————— Genre: LGBTQ+ Romance, Romantic Drama and Contemporary Themes

After the Mccray family was attacked and wiped out by some unknown force, Jason, his mother, and sister being the sole survival the attack had to move to the fox family for shelter. but staying in the Fox family was also a torment for Jason since he was being bullied by the kids from the fox family because he was weak compared to his peers. Jason never gives up on improving himself since he needs to take revenge against the force that invaded their family. one day when he was training in the woods, Jason came across a magical bracelet that changes his life.....

Kenneth is the unfavored third prince of the Kingdom of Lucano, one of the largest kingdoms on the Avalanche Continent. A fierce competition is underway in his kingdom after the king issued an edict that he will appoint whichever prince can defeat the monsters that rule the Audoran Forest as the next king. As the son of a servant, conquering the forest is the only way he can save his loved ones from the harsh life in the palace. However, what happens if the monster he must kill is far different from what he expected? In the end, Kenneth must make a decision. Protect the 'monster' or betray and abandon the family he loves.

Xia Yu had one dream, to travel to the western lands and see what it has to offer. Miyojin had one wish, to live comfortably in the palace with the woman he loves. But one imperial edict ruined all of their plans. Now, they will be bound in marriage and live together in the imperial palace. But Xia Yu had a plan. They will play husband and wife for three years then they'll divorce. Miyojin thinks it is a good plan and very beneficial for both of them. But the more time they spend together, the more Miyojin realizes Xia Yu isn't someone he should let go. After all the trials, the joys, and the pains, will they be able to let go once it's time for them to part?

For centuries, the River Arath has separated the nations of Caldris and Velmora, whose bitter rivalry has bred endless bloodshed. But a mysterious bridge appears at the first light of dawn, connecting the two lands before vanishing at midnight. The bridge is said to be cursed, blamed for misfortunes, and shrouded in legends that warn against crossing it. When Joren, a daring inventor from Caldris, ventures onto the bridge to prove its existence, he encounters Lyria, a Velmoran herbalist seeking answers for her own haunted past. Against the backdrop of their nations' hatred, they forge a forbidden connection, meeting secretly each night on the ethereal bridge. As their curiosity deepens about the bridge's origin they also develop a romantic connection. They uncover ancient texts that hint at a tragic love story and a magical pact that binds the bridge's existence to a deadly cycle. When tensions between their nations escalate, Joren and Lyria must decide if their love is worth defying centuries of enmity and confronting a force more powerful than any war. Together, they race to break the curse of the vanishing bridge before dawn separates them forever.

In a world ruled by ruthless corporations and shadowy criminal empires, Abhay Rajpoot, a struggling orphan with nothing to lose, stumbles upon a mysterious System after a near-death experience during a gang ambush. This isn't just any system—it's an advanced AI from a dystopian future designed to create the ultimate strategist, capable of dominating both legitimate business empires and the criminal underworld. With skills to manipulate economics, warfare, and human psychology, Xavier embarks on a brutal journey through gang wars, corporate betrayals, and political conspiracies. But the higher he rises, the darker the secrets he uncovers—about the world, the system, and himself. Key Elements:System Abilities: Strategic warfare simulations, financial manipulation, combat enhancements, psychological profiling, etc.

The death of the sun only brought eternal night. The gruesome loss from which the new sun is stagnant in rising. His progression towards Godhood, succession of the golden champion, and freedom to choose his destiny, the path of the new sun.

FIRST BOOK A little orphan girl who lives in the Barrel Zone, a place where slaves and criminals reside. «A dystopian theme story about an orphan girl who's looking for her real self while fighting against people in power» WARNING ⟩ Includes Graphic words ⟩ Bullying ⟩ Weapons ⟩ Gore Author Notes: This story is only fiction only, and not factual. It cannot apply in real life. Visit Wattpad and search "Pink Punk" for latest updates Will update once a week! Pardon my English! Have fun reading

In the Sainted Lands of Kirith, there are two forms of magic: the animalistic Beastly Arts and the elemental Twelve Paths. On a continent where anyone can be born with the means to break the world, one must strive to either maintain the balance, or break it in a way of their own choosing. Teren is an apprentice Gravecaller, one set to walk down the Path of Death. When his master gets a mission in the far off Crater City of Merdz, he finds himself facing a threat that could plunge this strange city into chaos.

In the quiet seaside town of Tsukishima, there is a legend—one that no one dares to prove. "On the night of the longest dusk, when the sun refuses to set, cross the old wooden bridge at Kageri Lake. A wish will be granted, but something must be left behind." Sixteen-year-old Renji Asakura is desperate to turn back time. After an accident leaves his younger sister in a coma, he becomes obsessed with the town's legend. When he finally finds the bridge at sunset, it is exactly as the rumors say—suspended in a never-ending twilight. However, he is not alone. Mikoto Shiranagi, a quiet but sharp-witted transfer student, is also there, carrying her own secrets. The two form a reluctant partnership, discovering that each time they cross the bridge, they can rewrite the past—but only by sacrificing a part of their own future. As Renji and Mikoto continue using the bridge, their memories start fading, their bodies weaken, and time moves forward without them. Renji must face the ultimate question: How much of yourself are you willing to lose for the people you love? But the bridge has rules, and breaking them could mean losing everything—forever.

Three extraterrestrials are given the task to fly to Earth but due to the protective barrier malfunctioning, their ship is now crashing at full speed. Two of them succeed at escaping using the emergency capsules. But the other chooses to stay, firmly suggesting that he will not abandon his mission. Right before impact, the alien's ship gets submerged in light and gets transported under the ocean for unknown reasons. The only thing left to do now is for Jack to recuperate his device and continue his mission or at least that's what he at first thought. The world starts going through unprecedented development where mythical beasts seem to start making their appearance throughout corners of the planet and humans grow extraordinary powers. Jack receives a new mission where he must now infiltrate human society and figure out what is going on.

Every night I would go outside and sit by my favorite tree that stands under the moon and gaze at the beautiful night sky to get away from all the sadness for a while.

Bizarre mutilations are found on San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, and the modus operandi hides high-end bridge technology. Detective Erin investigates, but all the clues point to her own past life. Her partner, Leo, is acting strangely, and the suspicion grows deeper. As the investigation progresses, the identities of an undercover DEA agent and a bridge engineer become intertwined with family secrets and criminal conspiracies. As the truth emerges, Irene is faced with a life-or-death decision, nanobots and a mysterious program make a last-minute appearance, and what does a mysterious figure in the depths of Alcatraz portend?

Witness a young archaeologist in search of the world's hidden history and truth What inside? What they hiding for? Who are they? Meet hidden creatures and places Be a bridge between humans and them Rey story in his burden of being the only human who has gone beyond the limits

In the mysterious village of Lumenfield, Garnet, a teenager enduring abuse from his father and bullying at school, begins to sense an unsettling darkness lurking beneath the village’s surface. One night, he is visited by a mysterious voice calling itself the "Heaven Inviter," who offers to guide him to heaven. Despite his fears, Garnet decides to follow the voice, bringing along his only friend, Lessie. Together, they embark on a perilous journey filled with supernatural challenges, including encounters with demons, curses, and the revelation of Lessie’s dark family secret—her mother is a Satanist and a powerful demon. As they venture deeper into the woods and underground tunnels, Garnet and Lessie discover their own magical abilities and the truth about their destinies. Garnet is tied to both Heaven and Hell, making him a target for dark forces, while Lessie struggles with her connection to her mother’s demonic legacy. Along the way, they face trials that test their courage, faith, and bond.

Melloyern, a continent filled with 16 nation and 13 of them were on the large Mainland known as Melloyern Mainland or Paninsular. Every single of the 13 were blessed by their own Holy crystal with different blessing. People whole lived under the blessing takes it as nature gift and even some of them worship those as their god. Meanwhile, magic were long existed in this world but used to be banned by the rulers in the paninsular. nowadays, Magician were allowed to live freely as long they abide the rules. But time always changes living beings when manys started to plagued by greed and lust for power. Many have starts their crystal hunting since those holy crystal contain almost unlimited amount of mana. With that, many works and even fight for the crystal and it's disrupting the peace of the land. After many incident happened, a few groups of magician gathers and make an organisation to also chase over the crystal to keepsake them in their respective land and not fallen into the hands of wrongs. This story tells about a group of magician called Denials who was one of the organisation that trying to keepsake the peace of the land. I don't feel like writing any more of these intro. how about you read the "chapter 0" you'll understand these further than you read the synopsis, trust me.

*This is my original work.* *The original version is in Indonesian, so I made an English version by using DeepL to translate it.* ============================= [This story has several main PoVs and additional PoVs with random and absurd layouts.] In the circle of good and evil, who is righteous? In the void of ignorance and emotion, who speaks? Race wars, betrayals, demons, gods, saints, heroes, witches, knights, hunters and artifacts... in a world full of screams and despair, three dead souls are reborn, bringing secret intentions and misguidance to this world. This is the story of the "Three Reincarnator" in a dangerous world. ============================= *Please give me your criticism and suggestions so I can try to be better since this is my first novel. "Bad Writing*.

"You and I need to declare to them that we are dating." "Neither stingy love nor false feelings tell of the inner beauty of a person. Only purity in the soul, to which people's gaze is subject, is worthy to cause amazement about the fullness of the person in whom that trait is placed." "Do you know what that made me realize?" Ryo said surreptitiously, and slowly turned around. "People need care," he added slowly, with a confident tone. "Why does one's happiness not return with a coin…? Why should I endure it for more than a decade? Did I do something wrong?" she said quietly, leaning on her knees. It was the cycle of her life. *** Tokyo, 2022. During puberty, adolescents encounter a tremendous amount of emotional outbursts. Relationships and love, commitment and peacefulness become important in their lives. These factors give them a sense of carefree adolescence. But Ryou Hayashi doesn't see it that way. Having had difficulties in dealing with socialization since childhood, he suddenly and unwillingly moves to Tokyo from his hometown. Taking nothing from home with him, his life begins to change under the patronage of new acquaintances. Whether his outlook on life will change with the new city, or whether he will wallow in loneliness, never having felt the touch of teenage life, is up to him to decide when he meets four other high school students. It is a story about new acquaintances of completely different Japanese students in their final year of high school. By chance, their views cross each other, but neither of them knows until the end where their acquaintance will lead. It is a story of friendship, animosity, love, and colors. It is a story about community. Tokyo, the city of dreams. This city fulfills the dreams of workaholics and casts the lazy into exile, relaxes and never stops tiring, brings happiness to some and takes it away from others. From this beautiful city, covered by a veil of blinding lights, their story filled with dramatic challenges and tragedies begins. The story of a group of teenagers, who are unaware of their affections. The plot takes the reader straight to the eastern country, where the sun begins to rise first. Being wrapped in sakura petals, the roads lead to the prudence of a nature unseen anywhere before. A country with mind-boggling virtues in culture and tradition tells the story of ordinary schoolchildren, suggesting a life around endless youthful unrest and human outlook. Modern Japan (Nihon) introduces people who are able to live simultaneously under difficult but beautiful living conditions. This country teaches residents to love.

Summary of the story: "Under the Enemy Moon" In a world where werewolves have existed for centuries, two clans, the Fierce and the Nocturnes, have been engaged in an ancient war. Their conflict dates back to a long-forgotten betrayal, and the hatred between them seems indestructible. The Fierce, known for their discipline and sense of honor, are the protectors of the territory. The Nocturnes, wilder and more untamed, are known for their raw power and refusal to follow any rules. This rivalry has been fueled by centuries of conflict, power struggles, and bloody murders. At the heart of this war is Fiona, a young she-wolf from the Fierce clan, who has always been protected by her elders. But one day, during a reconnaissance mission, she comes face-to-face with Kane, a member of the enemy clan, the Nocturnes. As they clash, a strange chemistry develops between them, an intense attraction neither of them fully understands. Kane, the heir to the Nocturnes' leader, is far from the monster Fiona had imagined. He is charismatic, honorable despite the brutality of his clan, and he feels a mysterious bond with Fiona that he cannot explain. Fiona, on her part, is torn between the instinct of loyalty to her clan and the attraction she feels for this mortal enemy. Their encounter upends everything they thought they knew about their clans and their beliefs. As their relationship develops, they discover that their bond goes beyond mere attraction. Their connection seems fated, as if the moon itself orchestrated their meeting. But this union is risky: every kiss, every moment spent together fuels the tensions between their clans, putting their lives and those of their loved ones in danger. As tensions rise and war erupts once again between the Fierce and the Nocturnes, Fiona and Kane must choose between the love they share and their loyalty to their clans. Could their love break the curse of ancestral hatred? Or will it be their downfall, the final spark in an endless war? "Under the Enemy Moon" is a story of impossible love, sacrifice, and redemption, where two soulmates fight against their destiny to attempt to reconcile worlds devastated by hatred.

Set in the turbulent 1980s Philippines, "Under the Street Lights" is a poignant tale of forbidden love between Emilio, the principled heir to a crumbling political dynasty, and Angelo, a resourceful street-smart orphan entangled in the perilous world of organized crime. Against a backdrop of political unrest and familial betrayal, the two must navigate the complexities of their identities and affections in a society that would rather see them apart. As loyalties are tested and lives hang in the balance, their bond becomes a beacon of hope and defiance in a world dominated by power struggles, violence, and societal norms. Will love be enough to transcend the shadows threatening to consume them, or will their devotion become another casualty in the war they never chose to fight?

Selena was born in a military nation where attack magic is highly valued. As a mage who specializes in non-attack magic, she just wants to live a quiet life and study in peace. But after meeting the man with the Emperor's Eyes, she gets caught up in the dark politics of the world. With her entire life in a violent mess now, Can Selena still manage to overcome all obstacles, live her dream, and even find true love?

"Marry me." Two words that shattered her sense of reality, spoken with the ease of someone ordering a drink. Sophia Hart’s gaze shot to Alexander Maddox, the infamous billionaire whose proposition seemed more like a command than a request. "You can’t be serious," she said, her voice strained as she fought to steady herself in her crappy apartment. Alexander smirked, almost mocking smile playing at the corners of his lips. His sharp yes met hers, assessing and cold, as though she were just another piece in a game that only he controlled. "You need money. I need a wife. It’s simple." simple? it is never simple to get involved with a person like him, let alone marry him. She should’ve walked away. She should’ve stood up, torn the contract in half, and left him in his perfect world. But desperation had a way of wearing down any resistance. Will Sophia survive the contract? or will she lose her heart to the man who claims he doesn’t believe in love?

Under the white moonlight, In a world familiar and unfamiliar We travel. What adventure awaits us? Struggling with a mind that knows no limits, we walk together towards dangers. Come into the world with confidence, strengthen your resolve and raise your sword high. Standing proudly against hardships — With perseverance that knows no bounds, We explore this mysterious world. Our world is a place where the strongest rise, The most extreme, the most insane! Where all the secrets of hypocrisy and lies are destroyed, The curtain is revealed to the nature of humanity in its most beautiful form!

The skies are an endless maze of gray. Heavy, foreboding. It's somber monotony casted it's mundane color thoughout the streets of Hermapolis, so shadowed in gray that it's people have objected the outside; accepting the indoors as their haven.  So foreboding, great, and powerful. The city's monolith stands; observing the streets and people. So towering that it remains the only building that touched the clouds. So brutally gray, yet so beautifully honest. Inside, the Red Circle, creeps within. The only government governing Hermapolis. So absolute and dominating, yet so mysterious and ghostly. "Each street is controlled by the Circle, for the Circle. Each man works for the Circle, from the Circle. Yet, so shadowy, they appear so infrequent, so ghastly transparent. That even I doubt the Circle's existance." --- A dystopian novel.