Albatross Around One'S Neck

Trojas was a land of beauty, rich in warmth and culture. It was also home to some of the finest warriors on the continent. The people of this prosperous nation lived happily, taking great pride in their homeland. Ceremus Marcrinos had just inherited the throne, and despite his grief, he carried out his duties the best he could. Unfortunately, his loneliness overwhelmed him, and the only escape from the pain in his heart came through his vices. Whether it was drinking the night away, sleeping with countless strangers, or getting into unnecessary fights, the king just couldn’t stay out of trouble. The citizens of Trojas initially tolerated his behavior, sympathizing with his loss, but things only grew worse. Ceremus, once revered as a benevolent king, became a tyrant. His abuse of power pushed the people to their breaking point, and in desperation, they prayed to Kaleeso, the goddess and creator of mortals, to ease their suffering. The goddess, moved by their cries, chose to send someone who could finally put the unruly king in his place. A man emerged from the heart of the Aphthonia Forest becoming the protector of its land. He had but one mission—to save the people, but more importantly, save the King of Trojas from himself. The problem was, would the prideful Ceremus be able to accept such a change? Especially when all he had known for the last eight years was solitude? I mean his chosen one was destined to be a man! ~*~ Cover was recreated by a close relative!

Through years of abuse and death threats, Ye Jian is not so ready to bid adieu to this world just yet! Fortunately, destiny has granted her another shot at life. Only this time, she is determined to become the master of her own fate and retaliate her oppressors from her previous life. It's payback time. Although reborn with beauty and youth, Ye Jian obviously holds higher pursuits. In this life, she is determined to become an extraordinary commando. No, she does not need love, family, or any affection! He is born in a powerful family; and step-by-step, he becomes the youngest Major General through his own merits. He is drawn to her every move, despite her repeatedly shunning him. "What you need is love, my little fox," he whispers. "Get lost! I need bullets!" She steps away. Behold. Let this novel take you through the warm, happy, loyal, and passionate story of the aggressive military couple.

He has been given a message from The Lord, and with The Lord's word as law. He must do what has been commanded of him.

An action-packed, expandable race that starts in Hollywood, ends in Spain, and later continues. Racing teams partner up and then race from state to state, country to country, and continent to continent, trying to get ahead of the other racers so they can win. If something terrible happens to a racing team, they might get disqualified from the race and then get replaced with another team, but they might be seen again and then get let back in the race.

Holly Von Heist as put between a rock and hard place when she is forced to choose between her family and the man she loves flowing her heart she leaves a child home to fight for the love she feels for the man she loves and plans to build a life with the question is will it be as she wants it or will it be the worst mistake of her life .....

"ONE LOVE" tells the enchanting tale of Noah and Emma, two souls who cross paths on a seemingly ordinary day, only to find themselves inexplicably drawn to each other. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, their journey explores the magic of fate and the undeniable connection that binds them. As they navigate the ups and downs of new love, Noah and Emma discover that sometimes, the most beautiful things in life happen when you least expect them.

This is a collection of short stories . Some will be translated. Some I will write myself. There will be some stories which will resemble some true incidents. There will be horror, thriller, slice of life, sci-fi, crime etc. I will include both male and female leads. Many of the stories will be from my country . I will include the name of the author at the end of each story if I find them. I'll try toput the link to their page if I can find it. If any author wants me to remove their work let me know.

Awakening in a brutal world, an orphan fights for his life and attempts to uncover the world's mysteries

Donovia A world of swords and magic. A world a we’re Mages’ farts can change the geography of countries and Swordsmen more skilled than Captain Levi molesting the Beast Titan, and to add insult to injury can run at speeds so fast that they take the “bolt” in “lightning bolt” and shit on it… Anyways our MC has been summoned into this world alongside the cliche group of Japanese class of highschoolers to “Save the World” from the Demon King. However it seems that nothing is at straightforward, or to according to the MC it isn’t… P.S. The image isn’t mine I just poached it of google so credits go to whoever made the image P.P.S. Everything (except the some of MCs abilities) in this story is my own creation. Even the shitty world-building is mine, however, i will Endeavour to improve it P.P.P.S. MC is kinda a bit Chaotic-Neutral kinda edgy. His bottom-line is low but not that low so don’t be surprised if he sees starving kids on the verge of death only hanging on because of that little crumb of stale bread they ate in the morning, stops, stares at them and decides that they aren’t worth it and continues on his merry way. No type of earthly morals gunna get in his way(unless he decides to) and also this is not spoiling so don’t get your panties in a twist.

Gu Chu Yin was the country's richest woman, powerful, brilliant, and untouchable. Until she was murdered. When she opened her eyes again, she was in the body of a fat, ridiculed girl… fifteen years in the past. Everyone sneered at her. Useless. Ugly. A failure with no future. Too bad they had no idea who they were dealing with. The girl they mocked for bad grades? The dean of a top medical school scoffed, "Are you talking about Miss Gu Chu Yin, who won first place in science and technology?" The so-called "worthless" perfume maker? The CEO of a luxury fragrance brand smirked, "I heard someone say our chairman is useless?" The skincare products they were fighting over? A cosmetics giant laughed, "Our chairman developed them herself." And when someone dared to insult her, a cold voice cut through the crowd, heir to the most powerful family in the city. "Who said anything about my wife?" The crowd froze. Then, realization hit them like a truck. "Boss, we were wrong..."

Step into the shadows of 'The Storytellar's Tales', where magic, mystery, and terror await. 'The Massacre's Shadow', the first instalment in this gripping series, weaves a dark and sinister narrative that will leave you breathless. A stormy night, a deranged serial killer mage, and a massacre that shatters the world of magic. Years later, three survivors reunite at a prestigious magic academy, each hiding a secret agenda that could change the course of their lives - and the fate of the magical realm. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of love, betrayal, and trauma, the past threatens to consume them. Will they uncover the truth behind the massacre, or will the shadows of their history destroy them? Dive into 'The Massacre's Shadow', a heart-pounding fantasy thriller that combines magic, suspense, and intrigue. But be warned: once you enter this world, there's no turning back. *Trigger Warning* This story contains mature themes, graphic content, and explicit violence, including: - Emotional and physical torture - Graphic violence and gore - Mature themes and situations - Explicit content and strong language Reader discretion is advised. If you are easily disturbed by graphic content or have experienced trauma, please proceed with caution.

Suddenly, in the void, white particles begin to gather in one place, growing larger and larger until a being emerges. He looks around but sees nothing. As he moves his hands and feet, the white particles scatter, only to return to him as if he were their father. As the being continues his movements, the white particles suddenly stop drifting. Confused, he wonders what happened. He doesn’t remember who he is—only his purpose. To create life and give it purpose. OP mc - Yes

An early death. A past forgotten. Three people connected by the thread of fate. The Lartengarten family is know to be the cradle of prodigies in swordsmanship, magic and strategy, and as such they've served their kingdom well, sometimes even to their detriment. When the shadow of war looms closer to their family house, Wulfgar, Rheann and Raelynn must make their choices before they are dragged into a conflict that knows no end. For that, they are gonna need power, even if they want to run from their past lifes. Also posted on Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/588417/fictions

Nobody warns you when your life is about to change. And it sucks. When Mom died, I didn’t just have to deal with the grief—I also had to move and face a huge change. Despite being close to turning eighteen, I had to move in with my father. The problem? My father is none other than the famous actor Braxton Scott… who, until just a few weeks ago, denied having a daughter and refused to meet me. I’ve gone from living in a small town in New Mexico with Mom to moving into a mansion in Los Angeles—with an absent father I hate, an older brother who’s practically a stranger, and a stupid bodyguard stuck to me 24/7. Because Oliver King is a pain in the ass, even if his job is to protect me. As if anyone would actually care about my life! Hi, I’m Novalee Torres. And welcome to my new life.

One day, high schooler Kaito had experience a time lag which turned his one week into a day. For him to filled up the memories of his week, he had gotten help from a girl that had experienced it before. During the journey, both of them had realized Kaito's week was not just a simple anomaly, it was something further than that.

Shou is a wealthy 16 year old in the country of Japan. He loses his twin sister; Nao, and her death causes nothing but loneliness and pain, but a chance in the form of a bloodied wall presented itself. A message from Nao calling upon Shou to come save her and Shou is immediately steered into the mission of finding his sister. He comes closer to that goal when an exorcist saves him after his search for Nao. Shou is suddenly attacked and the exorcist tells him to stop looking, but he pushes forward, driving himself to lengths his never encountered whether he steals, manipulates and gets injured to get her back.. but when shes finally returned more tragedy and calamity follow them, so how long will take for him to regret the decision of bringing her back.

The light of the fireplace cast long shadows on the wall, the fire reflected in the eyes of the woman sitting on the couch with a blanket over her shoulders. She had a bittersweet smile on her face as her mind traveled to the past days, nights long passed, nights she shared with her family when she was a kid. Memories she hoped to bring alive if possible. First story: a story adaptation of a popular folklore in Nigeria; The Princess and the half man; She had sworn on her mother's grave never to be blinded by emotions. But It'd seem she took after her mom in that aspect after all. Throwing all caution to the wind just for a man. She had thought she was different from the rest, leave it to reality to smack her back to her senses. Her feelings for her dad was complicated, she could say she hated him, but that was not quite true, no matter what, he was still her father. The one who pampers and gives in to her every whim. She knew it was partly guilt and the fact she was his only daughter out of a battalion of boys that contributed to his attitude towards her. But so what, she didn't care much for affection, all she had cared for was getting what she wanted, and that had been true about her, until now. Authors note: As a kid my dad will always sit us down at night, outside, in the darkness and tell us the most delightful stories of kingdoms long passed, Princesses and princes, magical creatures, much to the delight of us kids. But there's not much of that nowadays. So I want to share these delightful stories with everyone and I hope by doing this, these stories will not get lost in the sands of time. Thank you, have a nice read.

Before the world came to ruins, Hirua, a Swordsman was sent back in time by his ally using a regression spell. In order to become stronger he joins the Academy of Ranias once again.

“You were never meant to remember.” Noah was erased. His name, his past, his very existence—wiped from reality by the Keepers, the guardians of the written world. But something went wrong. He survived. Now, hunted by those who once shaped his fate, Noah must uncover the truth buried in the fabric of existence. Why was he erased? What lies beyond the gates of forgotten worlds? And most importantly—who wrote the story before him? As he journeys through lost civilizations, broken time, and realms never meant to be seen, Noah will come face to face with the ones who created everything. The ones who erased themselves. The ones who have been waiting. The First Writers. The architects of reality. And they are watching. Because for the first time in eternity, the cycle has changed. And Noah holds the pen.

When a mysterious tear in the sky thrusts Alden into a deadly realm controlled by the enigmatic System, his ordinary life is shattered. Forced to endure brutal Trials, he battles fierce Guardians and deceptive illusions, unlocking powerful abilities with each challenge. As Alden grows stronger, he uncovers dark secrets about the System and his true destiny. Unbound One is a gripping dark fantasy adventure of survival, self-discovery, and relentless determination.

In a world created by a long-dead deity, those who are erased from existence are condemned to spend eternity in a forsaken realm. Malphas, a frail and forgotten boy, has lived his life in this desolate prison. Fueled by a promise to a mother-like figure who cared for him in the darkness, he uses his latent abilities to escape, emerging in a new world with a mysterious power known as "The X-Factor." Armed with this new ability, Malphas swears vengeance on the deities responsible for creating the nightmarish realm he once called home. His goal is simple: to destroy the gods who condemned his soul to an eternity of suffering. But as he embarks on his journey of revenge, he encounters people who challenge his views and his motivations. As Malphas begins to form new bonds and see the world through different eyes, he grapples with the path he has chosen. Will his thirst for revenge consume him, or will the connections he forms reshape his none existed destiny? ------- Upload schedule: Whenever I feel like it (I’m still in school so I got priorities)

"Ring Around the Rosie" is a classic nursery rhyme you've probably heard while walking past a playground. The playful, short song may bring back childhood memories of holding hands with your friends and spinning around in a circle. But what if this little melody wasn't as innocent as you thought? Are the lyrics truly as sweet as they sound, or is there a dark meaning behind them? Keep reading to find out!

Born crippled on the sacred summit of Mount Tai, Yuan Long’s life begins amidst the untamed wilderness, where he is raised among beasts. Cast away by the world of men and dismissed as powerless. Against the unyielding forces of nature and a destiny seemingly stacked against him, Yuan Long must rise from the shadows of the mountain to carve his path in a world ruled by the Heavenly Dao. Can he defy the odds and forge a legacy of his own? (There will be other systems in this story such as magic and you as the reader are able to greatly influence the story and change it, create your own techniques and abilities, divine constitutions, you can even create a whole arc if you want! You decide the story! Join the cast as an enemy or a friend, become stronger than the MC! Feel your words and choices change the story and direct it to your chosen goal! all possible at https://ko-fi.com/outermonarch)

Cariann was just an ordinary man preparing for a new college year... when he got his life turned upside down. He found his body turned into a woman's... with a Dick. Not only does Cariann... well, now Carene has to fend off the lusty men around her, but a few ladies have begun to stalk her too. However, her interest lies firmly with her family... Will Carene submit under the pressure or take charge of her new fate? --------------------------------------- Alternate Names: Living My Life As A Futanari Note: Some story arcs may not have back-to-back smut scenes (happened twice so far with a gap of 20 chaps, no less in Ch 36-Ch 50 & Ch 52-Ch74) due to plot constraints. And that may happen once more until the smut becomes a continuous thing. Apologies to those expecting a hardcore smut series.

This is a book about a young man who lives in a world where the sun was destroyed by a massive mysterious hand, scattering strange energy and new worlds, bringing around a new age