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At the tender age of 12, Maya watched in helpless despair as her mother, Leila Williams, fought a losing battle against a group of ruthless men. Her mother's sacrifice to protect her left an indelible mark on Maya, fueling a burning desire for vengeance. Twelve years later, Maya, now 24, remains haunted by her mother's death. Desperate and driven by the need for retribution, she vows to avenge her mother’s death despite having no fighting skills or physical strength. On the anniversary of her mother’s death, Maya visits her grave, pouring out her heart and pleading for the strength to confront her enemies. On her way home, she encounters a mysterious well hidden in the woods. In a moment of hope and desperation, she tosses a coin into the well, wishing for the power and wisdom to defeat her mother’s killers. As she turns to leave, a brilliant light erupts from the well, causing her to stumble and fall. When she regains her composure, the well has vanished, leaving her questioning whether the experience was real or a figment of her imagination. Unbeknownst to Maya, the wish she made at the well grants her extraordinary powers. She can now transform into Kaid, a strong and handsome man with unmatched strength, superhuman speed, and formidable fighting skills. With her newfound abilities, Maya begins her quest for vengeance, determined to take down those who took her mother’s life. Along the way, she encounters the love of her life, and an unexpected twist arises when a supporting character falls in love with her male alter-ego, unaware of her true identity. As Maya navigates her dual existence and battles her foes, she discovers the true source of her powers and the mysterious connection to her mother. "Beyond The Gender Shift: Unlocking The Power Within" is a thrilling journey of transformation, empowerment, and self-discovery. It explores the themes of identity, strength, and the enduring bond between a mother and her daughter. Join Maya on her epic quest for justice and redemption as she unlocks the power within.

Clara Wilson the heiress to Diamond Group got engaged to the love of her life Isaac Hartford the heir to Starlight Group, due to an unforeseen betrayal, Clara Wilson on the brink of death on the night of full moon, Alpha and his pack hunting for prey, rescues Clara and turned her to a werewolf through an Alpha's bite. will she survive from the Alpha's bite? Excerpts: The ambient sound of waves gently lapping against the hull, coupled with the distant hum of the ship's engines, only amplifies her thoughts. She forces a smile, raising her glass in a toast, masking her emotions with practiced ease. The couple clinks their glasses with hers, their happiness an unspoken contrast to the quiet yearning in her heart. "I'll go inside the suite and rest now you guys enjoy." She said making her way to the suite. "Babe I need to get something inside the suite." Isaac said. "Alright don't keep me here waiting, I can't do without seeing you for a second." "Really that's my girl." He said, kisses her forehead and left. Isaac didn't go to their suite but he went to Jacqueline's suite he pushed opened the door. "Did I scare you?" He asked. "Why didn't you knock on the door before coming in what if I'm undressing." "Sighed softly it's not like this is the first time I'm seeing you undressed should I get rid of your night gown." He said kissing her collar bone. She didn't reject his offer, wrapped her arms around his neck he kissed her thin lips vigorously. Few minutes passed Isaac had not returned yet, she decided to go and check on him, she checked their suite he was not there, she headed to Jacqueline's suite to ask her If she had seen Isaac. She opened the door to Jacqueline's suite and then, her eyes flickered tears rapidly streamed down her face a pang of shame stabbed at her watching her best friend and the love of her life together on bed exchanging intimacies. "Isaac....you! How could you do this to me? What are you two doing together on bed?" Both of them stared at her without any sigh of remorsefulness. "It's just like what you're seeing right now" She moved closer to the bed drags the sheet off Jacqueline exposing her nakedness grabbed her brown hair hitting her head against the cluttered table beside the bed. Jacqueline stretches her hand reaching for the wine she held it and hits Clara's head with the wine bottle, the glass shattered against Clara's head. The sharp crack echoed in the tense silence and crimson blood began to seep, dripping onto the plush carpet and pooling under the shards of broken glass, Clara fainted. The room descended into chaos, the once romantic moments now marred by betrayal and violence. "Oh my goodness what have you done Jacqueline." "Is she dead?" She asked curiously in fear. "What are we going to do now?" "I don't think she is dead yet she fainted probably." He said.  "I know what to do." He carried her heading to the edge of the ship Jacqueline followed him , Isaac pulled off his shirt soaked with blood used it to clean the blood stain on his hand and neck. He folded the shirt and throws it into the sea. Jacqueline standing at the edge of the ship bitting her fingers  panicked about the situation. "Please don't kill me, help me I promise not to cause any trouble for both of you, I will forgive and pretend nothing happened here." Clara muttered in pain. "So you're finally awake"

Read as beautiful, sexy, [insert attributes] females get subtly hypnotized in these oneshots. Arc/Chap 1 - A cultivator hypnotizes a master-disciple pair. Arc/Chap 2 - A junior brother hypnotizes his beautiful senior sister. Arc/Chap 3 - A son-in-law of a noble family hypnotizes the empress and his in-name wife Arc/Chap 4 - A disciple hypnotizes his beautiful master Arc/Chap 5- A brother inadvertently hypnotizes his adopted sister --------- Note 1: These are written for 18 and above male audiences. Hence, the content may feel uncomfortable for people below 18 or female audiences. I do not condone the acts in the novel and they are mere figments of fantasy.

Prepare to be swept off your feet and transported to a realm of magic and mystery, where the ordinary laws of nature bow to the extraordinary. Meet Xu Kai, a charismatic earthling with a comedic flair and a talent for sports, whose life takes a dramatic turn after a heart-wrenching tragedy. Left orphaned and unable to pursue his passion for archery, he finds himself on the brink of despair. Just when all hope seems lost, his soul is whisked away to a mystical universe where mythical creatures are not just figments of imagination but cohabitants of the world. Here, ranks determine power, and hidden treasures await those daring enough to seek them. Embark on a thrilling adventure with Xu Kai as he navigates this enigmatic world, unearths its secrets, and discovers his special destiny. Along the way, he forms unlikely alliances and learns about the true strength of the human spirit. But the question remains: Will he be able to complete the mission that destiny has chosen for him and return to his universe? . . .

Li Huowang is a man caught between two worlds-one a sterile modern psychiatric ward where he's labeled delusional, the other a grotesque ancient realm dominated by dark Daoist alchemy and a tyrannical master obsessed with immortality. In the modern world, Li struggles with his sanity, haunted by vivid hallucinations and tethered to reality only by a childhood friend's unwavering support. But when the ancient world calls, he is forced into a harrowing existence, serving as an unwilling apprentice to Dan Yangzi, a ruthless master who uses human lives to fuel his monstrous experiments. As the lines between the two worlds blur, Li faces impossible choices. Is the ancient realm a figment of his damaged mind, or is the hospital an illusion designed to shield him from unspeakable truths? Torn between rebellion and self-preservation, Li must unravel the mysteries of his existence while confronting the horrors of both realities. With morally complex characters, a richly atmospheric setting, and a gripping dual-reality narrative, Illusive Realms: The Dao of Madness challenges readers to question the boundaries of sanity and the price of freedom. Perfect for fans of dark fantasy and psychological thrillers, this is a haunting tale of survival, identity, and the indomitable human spirit.

The East+[Shelter + Management + Apocalypse Rotation + Steady Male Protagonist] The apocalypse game has descended upon humanity, throwing the world into chaos. People are randomly assigned shelters across the globe, and every month, apocalyptic disasters rotate like clockwork: searing heat, unrelenting cold, meteor showers, mutant plants, and rampaging monsters. Survival hinges on venturing out to scavenge resources, battling the elements, and upgrading shelters to withstand an onslaught of catastrophes. Yi Bai is just another player in this brutal game—or so it seems. But soon, he discovers that his shelter talent is unlike any other. [Homebody’s Paradise (SSS-Class)]: For every day spent in his shelter, Yi Bai receives critical survival rewards tailored to his needs. The higher his shelter level, the better the rewards. “A top-tier talent! I can get stronger just by staying at home?” While others are fighting tooth and nail outside their shelters—battling monsters, scouring for food, and struggling to survive—Yi Bai is quietly turning his shelter into the ultimate fortress. Resources, weapons, food, and equipment pour in effortlessly. His Sealy bed? Supreme comfort. The S-Class combat beauty awarded to him? Lounging by his side. Apocalypse resources? Stacked so high he can’t even spend them all. With nothing more than patience and a talent for staying put, Yi Bai becomes an unstoppable force. “You call this the apocalypse?” He chuckles, sinking deeper into his plush bed. “This is paradise for homebodies!”

They say fairy tales are just that, Tales. A figment of the readers imagination. Although for Rhea they are all too real, almost invasive in nature. Theres a Truth to everything, in her world this tale was her truth. Fiction becoming real, trying to find a line between the two becoming continuously grey.

Ben Architecture, although still at its infancy has become one of the biggest and most reputable architecture firms in the country and Leia Clark is their top architect. Talented and smart, it wasn't enough, the stigma of being illegitimate was something she can never live down. Not getting hired on any position she wanted, she decided to put up her own firm but she knows that if she puts her name on the door, no client will come. Hence, the birth of Ben Architecture and its elusive owner, Benjamin Archibald. Though Ben was a mere illusion, a figment of her imagination, one she came up with while building her firm, he is fast becoming a name to be reckoned with when it comes to architectural designs. He is the best! So she is quite confident that no one would push into meeting him as long as she gets the work done and she exudes professionalism when representing him. But her number one rival, Jack Garlan, was very curious about Ben Archibald and set about motions to learn about the elusive man. Jack’s plan derails when he meets Leia and feels the attraction, his quest to get to know Ben becomes a quest to get to know Leia. This newfound quest becomes even more possible when a new project comes in requiring them to work together. As they begin working together, sharing work challenges and getting to know each other, their attraction grows. But will the secret Leia holds become the thing to drive them apart or will their love survive the deception and soar to new heights?

For 165 years , Amon witnessed many global events that changed the fate of lots of people , and unfortunately he lost his opportunity to exploit it and lost his family and loved ones After an unexpected meeting when he was on the verge of death , Amon gets an invaluable opportunity to go back in time to the beginning of these changes Will his fate be as dark as it was in his previous life ? or will he achieve this time what he was unable to do and succeed in protecting his family and loved ones and building a safe haven for himself and them ? Important note: - Any similarity in events, organizations, characters, locations, and names with their counterparts in real life is coincidental, and the novel and its entire events are a figment of the imagination. - Also, the events on Earth will only be a small part of the entire story of the novel

Sabrina Iris Kline, a captivating journalist, unyielding in her pursuit of truth, unafraid to expose the veiled underbelly of society. Enduring relentless threats to her life, Sabrina remains steadfast, having already suffered immeasurable loss. Yet, the course of her existence takes an extraordinary twist when a mysterious enigma begins to materialize within her dreams—a man entirely foreign to her waking hours. Within the mesmerizing depths of "Dreams Come True...", get ready to embark on an enchanting odyssey, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy dissolve into ethereal whispers. Will Sabrina's heart surrender to the irresistible allure of this haunting stranger? Or shall he forever linger as a figment of her imagination, teasing her with a love she once believed unattainable? What if fate has more in store for her? What if she is destined never to encounter the man who brings solace to her restless mind, cradling her tenderly within her dreams? Prepare to traverse a realm where true love defies the constraints of probability, where Sabrina's unwavering resolve collides with an enigmatic connection that transcends the confines of time and space. Will she unravel the enigma shrouding her enigmatic dreams, or shall she eternally wander amidst a realm where reality merges with fantasy? Step into the pages of "Dreams Come True..." and unlock the concealed enigmas nestled within, as love and destiny converge in an indelible tapestry of mystery, ardor, and the extraordinary power of dreams.

(Omori inspired Novel) parental warnings for sensitive topics contains topics as mental health, illnesses, depression and self harm, be advised Oreiha is a 16 year old girl who lives alone in a two story house. For 3 years she has skipped school and locked herself inside her home due to a traumatic event that happened in her life. In the midst of trauma and depression, to alleviate this feeling she escapes to an alternative universe which is just a figment of her imagination living her ideal life. But after running away for so long, the truth and trauma will eventually catch up with her and bite her. Will she accept reality or continue living with the guilt in her dreams?

“They are beauty beyond words and terror beyond reason. In their light, souls are cleansed; in their shadow, worlds are undone. They bless with a touch and destroy with a glance. To worship them is to invite salvation and doom alike, for they are justice without mercy, power without limit, and existence without end. Mortal hands may build temples in their name, but no prayer can soften their gaze. Kneel, not in hope—but in fear." — Aetherion 6:8 Have you ever wondered if Gods exist or if they are just a figment of humanity's imagination for hope? If they exist and aren't just a figment of our imagination, are they benevolent and merciful, or are they indifferent to our sufferings? Arohan, an atheist despised the concept of religion and Gods because of his parent's death. His parents left him wealth beyond measure, so he lived his life the way he desired and did whatever he wanted without caring about the consequences. Everything changed when he faced two choices: save himself or save the world!

In a world not too different from our own, humanity stirs from its slumber to the sound of the Awakening. Picture this: one sunny morning, everyone pours their coffee, only to discover that their favorite house pet has morphed into a fire-breathing dragon. Yep, it's that kind of day. This peculiar phenomenon brings mana—a whimsical, binding energy that makes the wildest dreams (and nightmares) come alive. Ordinary plants sprout fangs, while cats take to the skies as sleek griffins. It’s a magical pandemonium out there! Amidst this unexpected transformation, some creatures we've only seen in bedtime stories are crashing the party like they own the place. Dragons are zooming through the skies, and leviathans are throwing epic ocean raves, shaking the depths of the seas. But there's always a catch, right? Sadly, these creatures, now strutting their stuff, seem to think humans are more of a nuisance than a treat. Imagine trying to explain to a dragon that you’re not a threat; it might be a tough sell after your last encounter involved a singed eyebrow. Enter our unlikely hero, or rather, anti-hero: Kael Ravencrest. This chap was once a reclusive scholar, deeply engrossed in dusty tomes, probably muttering about the good old days when monsters were merely figments of imagination. But lo and behold! The Awakening kicks him into high gear, and he morphs from bookworm to badass. Armed with the nifty skill of summoning, Kael can call forth powerful creatures. Let’s be real, it’s like Pokémon on steroids. However, life isn’t just about flexing your new powers—Kael's backstory features a cocktail of personal losses and emotional baggage that would make even the toughest of toughies weep. He's seen his home charred to cinders by a rampaging hydra, a once-believed myth that now insists on hosting BBQs in the middle of civilization. The kicker? He’s haunted by dreams of a lost city and whispers of an ancient prophecy that may just hold the key to humanity finding its footing—if it doesn’t get stepped on by a troll first. As he grapples with the oncoming chaos, Kael teeters on the edge of despair and hope. Is there a way for humans and fantastical beings to share this enchanted playground, or are we all just destined to crumble under the wings of a dragon? Only time—and perhaps a couple of well-placed summoning spells—will tell. So, raise your coffee cups and prepare for a rollercoaster ride through ancient lore and contemporary calamity, because Kael is about to make history… or, you know, rewrite it with a flourish.

A Love That Began and Ended in a Look Emilia is a quiet, introspective college student who finds solace in her books, her garden, and the soothing melodies of Taylor Swift. Despite her calm and careful nature, she harbors a secret longing for something more—something she doesn’t fully understand. When she locks eyes with Aiden, a charismatic and confident classmate, something inside her stirs. It’s a fleeting moment, just a single glance across a crowded campus, yet it feels as if the universe has shifted. Though their brief interaction leaves a lasting impression on Emilia, Aiden seems to carry on with his life, unaffected by the connection she felt. Emilia becomes consumed by the thought of him, finding herself torn between the fear of rejection and the overwhelming pull she feels toward him. Determined to understand what happened between them, she embarks on a journey to uncover who he is, only to discover that he is as elusive as the emotions he stirs within her. As the story unfolds, Emilia and Aiden’s paths cross again, and they begin to connect over shared interests in books, music, and movies. Their bond deepens, and Emilia finds herself drawn to him in ways she can’t explain. Yet, despite the growing closeness, there remains an undeniable distance—an emotional barrier that neither seems able to cross. In a heart-wrenching twist, the love that started with a single look ends as quickly as it began. Aiden, who has always been emotionally distant, becomes more withdrawn, leaving Emilia to grapple with the painful realization that their connection was never meant to last. What began as an intense, unspoken bond fades into the background of their lives, leaving Emilia to wonder if the fleeting moment they shared was simply a figment of her imagination, a love that existed only in her heart. A Love That Began and Ended in a Look is a poignant exploration of unrequited love, the fragility of human connection, and the bittersweet nature of fleeting moments. It delves into the complexity of emotions that arise when one person sees something in another that the other cannot—or will not—acknowledge. Through Emilia’s journey, the novel asks the question: Can love truly begin with a single glance, and can it really end without ever being fully realized?

When two contradicting forces converge, is it chaos or harmony? Is it fate or a flash of the unanticipated? And as the line blur we must ask: Is it real or just a figment of our adventurous minds? *** The world is closing in on Malia Baker. An all-time best selling author. She either writes, or she risks losing the contract that promises the peak of her career. Now just a step away. Plagued by the crushing weight of expectations, Malia falls into a cycle of writer’s block. leaving her drenched by endless emotional avalanche where nothing makes sense and everything feels flat. Desperate to rechristen herself and break free from the torturing paralysis, Malia falls asleep after a creatively draining day. But only to find herself in the mind of a killer, fueled with an insatiable thirst for revenge against his family. Davies Moore, tortured and betrayed by his family, has one clear goal: To watch the family tree go up in flames. but more than anything, to be the one lighting the match. He would stop at nothing to erase the Hernandez name from existence. But soon, A growing thorn keeps him torn between vengeance and desire when he meets Grace walker. A woman whose sudden appearance in his life throws it wildly off balance. *** The line between the author and character goes thin, and within that blur is a question hanging in the air: ‘Who are you really, Davies Moore?’

What happens when the author of a poorly written novel wakes up in her own creation? A world filled with cliche tropes, problematic characters, and some what the heck where is this going plots become her new reality. Now entangled with the very characters she carelessly brought to life, she is forced to live the consequences of her trash storytelling. As her characters discover they're merely figments of her imaginations and are now self-aware, the plot and her mental-being gets crazier. "How does it feel to see your creations suffer?" "So, I'm not made through breeding... but you made me?" As the world between fiction and reality entangles, the author begins to forget how her old life used to be and instead, focuses on what she perceives as her present. A trash story worth telling. Can she rewrite their fates in order for her to go back or perhaps her beloved characters would rewrite hers?

"can one fight against destiny! l don't think so.... a tale of intertwined destiny between Ongatuny, also known as maria and prince Odeke reincarnated as a figment of the war goddess, Maria experienced hardship of keeping her true identity and gender a secret as instructed by the great seer and midwife since a tender age . leaving among men with worries and fears of the secret being exposed one day, made Ongatuny an introvert. however that did not stop him from engaging in normal daily activities in the village. betrayed in the previous life....same to the present life too, especially by the person she loved most. And the betrayal by the king that lead to atragidic death of villages and other taken as slaves triggered the sleeping lion in Ongatuny The appearance of Amun'ra the forbidden deity made thing worse , as Ongatuny had to battle with the last of the anunnaki, who possessed advanced technology. promising to take revenge for the death of her family and restore honor back to her kingdom. Ongatuny built a strong group of only female warriors......."the she warriors" " what a man cannot do, a woman can do it better ".

For as long as he can remember, Shinya has been haunted by vivid visions of people and places he has never encountered. He brushes these strange occurrences off as mere daydreams - figments of his imagination. But when an ordinary day at school takes an unexpected turn, Shinya and his classmates suddenly find themselves transported to a mysterious room surrounded by armoured men and above sits a family adorned in regal attire glinting with jewels, radiating absolute power. Finding themselves in a world filled with magic, scenery, and mythical creatures once thought to be mere fiction. But beneath its enchanting surface, conflict and corruption run deep, threatening to tear it apart. Hailed as heroes, Shinya and his classmates are tasked with preventing the encroaching evil from bringing about catastrophe. Faced with an unfamiliar world, Shinya struggles to understand his new reality. Soon he begins to realise that the visions he has been dismissing were never just daydreams - they appear to give glimpses of the future. Knowing this, Shinya harnesses this newfound knowledge and power to make decisions that have pivotal moments and choices that will determine the fate of the whole world. As the visions intensify, the line between now and what is to come blurs. Foresights hinting at betrayals, shifting allegiances, and unnecessary bloodshed, makes it impossible for Shinya to separate friend from foe. The torment of not knowing who to trust cuts deep, leaving him questioning his relationships - both old and new. Who can he trust when even those closest to him could be enemies in disguise? Will he be able to alter the cataclysmic future, or is he simply doomed to watch it unfold, utterly powerless to stop it? As the boundary between fate and free will fades, what will our protagonist do to save a world that may already be beyond saving.

Kaito, a teenager with a unique and unsettling gift: the ability to perceive enigmatic creatures called "Specs." Previously brushed off as mere figments of his imagination, these entities reveal themselves to be real and ominous. As Kaito navigates this eerie new reality, he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the Specs and the origin of his newfound powers. His adventure unveils a world teeming with supernatural threats and concealed enigmas. With his evolving abilities, Kaito faces mounting challenges in a realm where the boundary between reality and the paranormal blurs.

The East+[Shelter + Management + Apocalypse Rotation + Steady Male Protagonist] The apocalypse game has descended upon humanity, throwing the world into chaos. People are randomly assigned shelters across the globe, and every month, apocalyptic disasters rotate like clockwork: searing heat, unrelenting cold, meteor showers, mutant plants, and rampaging monsters. Survival hinges on venturing out to scavenge resources, battling the elements, and upgrading shelters to withstand an onslaught of catastrophes. Yi Bai is just another player in this brutal game—or so it seems. But soon, he discovers that his shelter talent is unlike any other. [Homebody’s Paradise (SSS-Class)]: For every day spent in his shelter, Yi Bai receives critical survival rewards tailored to his needs. The higher his shelter level, the better the rewards. “A top-tier talent! I can get stronger just by staying at home?” While others are fighting tooth and nail outside their shelters—battling monsters, scouring for food, and struggling to survive—Yi Bai is quietly turning his shelter into the ultimate fortress. Resources, weapons, food, and equipment pour in effortlessly. His Sealy bed? Supreme comfort. The S-Class combat beauty awarded to him? Lounging by his side. Apocalypse resources? Stacked so high he can’t even spend them all. With nothing more than patience and a talent for staying put, Yi Bai becomes an unstoppable force. “You call this the apocalypse?” He chuckles, sinking deeper into his plush bed. “This is paradise for homebodies!”

The moonlight filtered through the large windows of Li Qiang's penthouse, casting a silvery glow over the room. The city lights twinkled in the distance, a stark contrast to the dark world they both inhabited. Xin Yi stood by the window, her silhouette framed by the night sky, lost in thought. Li Qiang entered the room quietly, his presence commanding yet gentle. He approached her, his footsteps barely making a sound on the plush carpet. "Xin Yi," he called softly, his voice a deep, soothing rumble. She turned to face him, her eyes reflecting a mix of determination and vulnerability. "Yes, Mr. Gou?" she replied, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside her. He stepped closer, his gaze intense and unwavering. "You don't have to call me that when we're alone," he said, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "Call me Li Qiang." Xin Yi's heart skipped a beat. She had seen him in his most ruthless moments, but this side of him was different—softer, almost tender. "Li Qiang," she repeated, the name feeling foreign yet familiar on her tongue. He reached out, gently brushing a strand of hair from her face. His touch was surprisingly gentle, sending a shiver down her spine. "You've been through so much," he murmured, his eyes searching hers. "I see the strength in you, but I also see the pain." Tears welled up in her eyes, but she blinked them away, refusing to let them fall. "I have a mission," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "I can't afford to be weak." Li Qiang cupped her face in his hands, his thumbs brushing away the tears that escaped. "Strength isn't about never breaking," he said softly. "It's about finding the courage to keep going, even when you're broken." For a moment, the world outside ceased to exist. It was just the two of them, standing on the precipice of something neither could fully understand. Xin Yi felt a warmth spread through her, a feeling she hadn't allowed herself to experience in a long time. Li Qiang leaned in, his breath warm against her skin. "Let me be your strength," he whispered, his lips inches from hers. "Let me help you carry the weight." Xin Yi closed her eyes, her resolve wavering. She had come here for revenge, but in this moment, all she wanted was to lose herself in his embrace. She felt his lips brush against hers, a tentative, gentle kiss that spoke of promises and unspoken desires. She kissed him back, her hands finding their way to his chest, feeling the steady beat of his heart. It was a kiss filled with longing and desperation, a silent plea for solace in a world filled with chaos. When they finally pulled apart, both were breathless, their foreheads resting against each other. "This changes nothing," Xin Yi said, her voice trembling. "I still have a mission." Li Qiang nodded, his eyes filled with understanding. "I know," he replied. "But maybe, just maybe, we can find a way to navigate this together." As they stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, the lines between love and duty blurred, leaving them both wondering what the future held. Jang Xin Yi's world shattered the night her parents were brutally murdered. Consumed by vengeance, she infiltrates a ruthless mafia organization, posing as a bodyguard. Her mission: gather evidence and dismantle the syndicate from within. But her resolve wavers when she meets Li Qiang, the enigmatic and feared underboss. As she navigates this perilous world, Xin Yi is confronted with horrors that test her every step—the nauseating stench of death, gruesome torture chambers, and the brutal reality of Li Qiang’s actions. Despite the terror, Xin Yi remains determined to see her mission through. Will her thirst for revenge triumph, or will love and danger alter her path forever? Li Qiang commands respect through sheer terror. But when he hires a fearless martial artist who speaks her mind, his curiosity is piqued. Soon, he discovers the truth—his new bodyguard is a woman in disguise.

Beneath the stars of a boundless night sky, a young dreamer finds himself in a world unlike any other—a quiet realm of serenity and mystery. By a dimly lit bench near a Japanese-style convenience store, he encounters a girl whose face is blurred, yet her presence feels achingly familiar. As she gazes at the heavens, their silent connection grows deeper, hinting at a bond that transcends lifetimes. Through soft words and shared stillness, the two forge a fleeting but profound connection, leaving the dreamer questioning the nature of their encounter. Was she a memory, a soulmate, or simply a figment of his imagination? When he wakes, he’s left with an overwhelming sense of loss and wonder, carrying with him the echoes of a dream that feels more real than reality itself.

Chen Wei was diagnosed with a severe mental illness two months ago, and the reason was terrifyingly unusual. For the past two months, every time he fell asleep, his consciousness would slip into a parallel world—one that was devastated by an ongoing apocalyptic disaster. In this other world, chaos reigns as natural catastrophes unfold without end: from ice ages to meteor showers, acid rains, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, viral plagues, and a relentless zombie outbreak. A man named Chen Wei, struggling against the harsh elements and a crumbling society, is trapped in a nightmare of survival. For two months, this parallel version of Chen Wei fought, scavenged, and barely managed to stay alive as the world around him collapsed. In his waking world, the real Chen Wei suffered from debilitating nightmares, unable to escape the horrors his mind conjured while asleep. But everything changed when he accidentally killed his first zombie in the apocalyptic world and consumed its mysterious crystal core. That moment unlocked an inexplicable power within him—his space ability. Chen Wei's newfound power allows him to store items in an alternate space, taking food, supplies, gold, jewelry, and even the valuable crystal cores into his safe haven. But when he wakes up in the real world, he is shocked to find that the space is not just a figment of his dreams. The gold, the supplies, the very things he stored in the parallel world are real—and they can be brought back into his reality. As he delves deeper into this strange phenomenon, Chen Wei realizes that the two worlds are linked in ways he never imagined. His alternate self’s actions in the apocalypse directly affect his real-world existence. Now, Chen Wei must navigate this strange connection between his two selves, learning to use his abilities to gather resources, grow stronger, and uncover the mysteries behind his power. With the ability to travel between worlds through dreams and bring tangible items from one reality to another, Chen Wei faces an unprecedented opportunity—and an equally terrifying responsibility. What will Chen Wei do with his newfound power? Will he dominate the apocalyptic world, exploiting its resources and knowledge for his own gain? Or will the constant interplay between his two lives unravel the fragile balance he has created? The fate of both worlds rests in his hands, and with each dream, his grip on reality grows ever more tenuous. *Between two worlds, in the realm of dreams, Chen Wei will rise to face challenges that defy the laws of time and space.*

At just 15 years old, Kikomori stands at the entrance of his new high school, the weight of his past anchoring him in place. Beneath his quiet exterior lies a dark history that has haunted him since he was six, when a horrific tragedy shattered his innocence. His once joyful world, centered around his loving mother, crumbled the day his father, Hector, killed her in a fit of drunken rage. The aftermath left Kikomori trapped in silence, paralyzed by his father’s threats to burn his mother’s body if he ever spoke the truth. At school, Kikomori’s teachers notice his bruises and emotional withdrawal, but his fear of his father keeps him from confessing. One concerned teacher, sensing something is deeply wrong, tries to reach out, offering comfort and a promise of help. But the moment she calls his father to the school, Kikomori is forced to face the man who has controlled his life through violence and manipulation. Hector, appearing well-dressed and respectable, exudes a chilling charm that hides his true nature. He quickly manipulates the situation, making it seem like Kikomori's claims are mere figments of an overactive imagination. The teacher, however, senses the tension and fear in Kikomori's eyes. She confronts Hector, determined to protect the boy, but Kikomori, terrified by his father’s veiled threats, breaks down and runs to him, choosing the safety of silence over the danger of speaking out. The story unfolds as a psychological thriller, exploring Kikomori's internal struggle between fear and the desire for freedom, and the sinister hold Hector maintains over his son. It delves into the trauma of domestic abuse, the manipulation of appearances, and the battle between silence and truth. As Kikomori tries to navigate his new school and escape his father’s control, he must decide whether he has the strength to confront his past, or whether Hector's shadow will forever silence him.

Ethan Steele, an actor from a popular detective show, is recruited by the LAPD to investigate a string of brutal murders. Ethan seemed to have gained an extraordinary intelligence he had never shown before his accident and losing his memories. While delving into the case, Ethan is tormented by nightmares of a man named Dennis. As Ethan closes in on the killer, he must confront the meaning of his dreams—is Dennis an alter ego, a figment of Ethan's troubled imagination, or the key to his lost memories?

*A shattered mind, a mysterious girl, and a love story yet to be written.* Awakening in a world shrouded in fog, Clios battles the aftermath of a tragic accident that has stolen his past. Haunted by fragments of memories and consumed by crippling anxiety, he finds solace in the tender care of a girl who claims to be his girlfriend and has been taken care by her. But as he delves deeper into this unfamiliar reality, doubts begin to creep in. Is she a guardian angel, a figment of his imagination, or something more sinister?

Lyraea Pastorio, a diligent student at GranVille University, was poised for success. With plans to take over the reins of her father's business after earning her master's degree, she saw everything falling into place. However, nine months ago, her world began to unravel. Strange occurrences started haunting her. These unsettling events shook her to the core, making her question her sanity. As the incidents grew more frequent and intense, those around her started to withdraw dismissing her experiences as mere figments of her imagination. Isolated and alone, her once bright future now seemed shrouded in darkness. Her spirit crushed under the ceaseless burden of the unexplainable horrors that had invaded her life. Each passing day eroded her hope, reducing her to a mere echo of her former self. The vibrant dreams of her future had withered away, supplanted by a grim resignation to her fateful destiny. Lyraea felt overwhelmed, utterly defeat. What could a mere human do against the unknown terrors? That was until her fate decided to confront her directly. Her spectral tormentor, a twisted echo of the past, stood before her. The haunting presence seemed to whisper tales of forgotten breaths and silenced heartbeats, each word was a chilling caress against her skin. His soulless eyes gleamed with the remnants of life that had once thrived among the living, now morphed into a sinister shadow. That ignited something inside her; a spark of resistance within herself. Lyraea fought with all her might, but there was something missing, something right in front of her but veiled. She could see the fire burning in those eyes, clear in their vengeful intentions, but those gentle whispers told otherwise. His inhuman smile, for sure, promised her destructions yet those cold hands never budged to pull her from abyss. Each of his deceptions was like a shard of glass, fitting seamlessly into the intricate mosaic of the grand puzzle, revealing the hidden picture piece by piece. Still, she couldn’t shake off the feeling that she was being led to her deathbed. His presence was deceptive, never showing the real intentions behind those soulless eyes. The vengeance was palpable, but so was the sense of an impending revelation and the inexplicable force drawing them together., a magnetic pull that defied the logic of their enmity. Lyraea feared that at the end she would be abandoned for his sinister plan, leaving her to face the ultimate doom alone, but carve into his soul were scars that bleed shadows that even the relentless march of time would not be able to erase. In the intricate dance of fate and destiny, life, with its myriad twists and turns, blurred the lines between the puppeteer and the puppet. Each move, each decision, seemed to be guided by unseen hands, yet those very hands were themselves subject to the whims of an even greater force. Everyone played a role, yet no one truly knew the script. The boundaries between control and surrender, action and reaction, were so finely woven that they became indistinguishable. It was a paradox of existence, where the illusion of mastery was as fleeting as the shadows cast by the flickering flame of life. It was impossible to discern who truly holds the strings, and who dances to their unseen tune.

Are you nervous?" he asks, breaking the silence that has settled between us. I shook my head, trying to push aside the anxious thoughts that are swirling in my head. This is what I wanted, isn't it? To give into the passion that's been building between us? But as we step into the luxurious hotel room, I can't help but feel out of place. The plush bedding, the high-end amenities, everything screams wealth and privilege. And here I am, a struggling waitress who can barely make ends meet. But Syd doesn't seem to notice my discomfort. He pulls me into his arms, his lips finding mine with an intensity that takes my breath away. His hands roam over my body, igniting a fire within me that I never knew existed. I moan against his lips, lost in the moment. Every touch, every kiss, feels like a rebellion against the world that tries to keep us apart. For once, I feel like I have control over my life, over my desires. As we move together in a rhythm that's as old as time, I know that this moment won't last forever. But for now, I'm content to lose myself in the passion and intensity that Syd brings out in me. In that moment, nothing else matters. Not the contract that brought us together, not the obstacles that stand in our way. All that matters is the way he makes me feel, the way he holds me close as if nothing else exists in the world.

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True Love: I Met My Soul Mate in My Dream Ember, a nineteen-year-old college student, leads a seemingly normal life until one night, she wakes up in an unfamiliar room with no memory of how she got there. Standing beside her is a charming gentleman with a voice as sweet as honey. His kindness and concern stir something deep within her, and she can't help but feel an inexplicable connection to him. As Ember tries to understand how she ended up in this strange place, she is drawn into a world where dreams and reality intertwine. With each encounter, her bond with this mysterious man grows stronger, and she begins to question the nature of their connection. Is he a figment of her imagination, or is there something more profound at play? Join Ember on a journey of self-discovery, love, and the blurred lines between dreams and reality. "True Love: I Met My Soul Mate in My Dream" is a heartwarming tale that explores the magic of true love and the power of destiny.