Underneath The Underneath

[Simulation shall commence.] On this fateful day, the world was stunned by the appearance of ancient animals that were supposed to have gone extinct for millions of years. Huge sinkholes appeared in every corner of the world, becoming a tunnel for the ancient animals to emerge to the surface. Humans have found an answer to one of the biggest mysteries in human history. Hollow Earth is real. Here, humans will wrest their lives to explore this new world that has existed for thousands, if not millions, of years underneath them. Before the start of his exploration, Clovis came across a place called ‘Another World Mall.’ Dwarven Sword, Magical Elven Clothes, or Giant Race Toy? Everything can be found in this ‘Another World Mall.’ As an aspiring Subterranean Explorer, how would he utilize this ‘Another World Mall’ to become the greatest explorer of all time and find the truth about the simulation?

Children are disappearing. Nobody knows where they are... On the surface of the continent, factions have begun making their move. The Order, is taking children from the outskirts of the Kingdom of Umbra, planning to end the long-standing Eastern-Caliphate War in one fell swoop. The ancient Bloodcoil Sect, worshippers of the Divine Snake, are plotting their return to the martial world. Noble families vying for power are tearing the Kingdom apart, to be the next ruling dynasty. Underneath the chaos, below the very earth. Trapped. A boy, kidnapped and starved, stands at the centre of it all. If only he hadn't been so curious... Left in the dark, Aziz is imprisoned in a hole in the ground. But he was not alone. A black-death, thought to be extinct, mysteriously appears in the pit, bent on devouring the little boy. Try as he might, fate cannot be denied as Aziz dies in agony. Only to rise again, suddenly able to see in the dark. Every death, Aziz comes back—stronger. He will endure a thousand deaths if that’s what it takes to break free and exact revenge on those who condemned him to this endless nightmare. Revenge is a common desire, but all desires blind even the wisest from the truth. Will Aziz fall into his own pit of rage and despair, or will the puppet rebel against its master? THREE CHAPTERS EVERY WEEK

Hugh Rolien, the third Grand Sorcerer of Malediction, escaped his dark life from the Order of Somacht, taking his wife faraway and for a time enjoying the pleasures of life. However, in the race of life, his past caught up to him. An Arch Nightbringer contracted by the Order was sent to kill him and his wife who was pregnant with triplets. In a desperate attempt, he makes a deal with the Nightbringer to leave its seed in his children as long it doesn't kill or corrupt them, in exchange for his wife's and his life. A contract is signed, with the malignant entity vowing to reap the children at the end. The children are born, and Hugh splits them, giving them to his trusted friends to raise, away from the Order. They grow, each with his own agenda and power.... but the Order still pursues....

The story is set in a bustling and dark modern city, where high-rise buildings and busy traffic are the convergence of wealth and power. However, underneath the city's glamorous exterior lies an intricate network of forces. In the underground world, gangs are constantly fighting for territories and interests, smuggling drugs, controlling casinos, collecting protection money, and doing all sorts of evils, causing ordinary citizens to live in fear. The business world is a battlefield without smoke, where major conglomerates fight for market share, monopolization of resources and business secrets by any means necessary, with staggering capital operations and power deals behind the scenes. The powerful and noble class collude with each other, utilizing the political resources and connections in their hands to manipulate the direction of the city behind the scenes, and their decisions affect the fate of countless people. Ancient family legacies and mysterious martial arts sects are also quietly hidden in the corners of the city, these families and sects have a long history and deep heritage, they master unique martial arts skills and mysterious power, follow the ancient rules and traditions, quietly inherited in modern society, but also inevitably be involved in the world of strife. In this world, money, power and force intertwine with each other and check and balance each other, everyone is fighting for their own goals and interests, and together they build an arena full of opportunities and challenges, crisis and hope.

Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan kekayaan alam yang melimpah, manusia hidup dan berkembang biak, memperluas pengetahuan, menciptakan teknologi, untuk terus bertahan hidup. Tetapi mereka tidak sendirian, terdapat beberapa makhluk buas yang menguasai berbagai habitat yang di sebut dengan Monster. Tidak ada yang mengetahui dari mana mereka berasal, mereka bahkan sudah ada sejak lama, mereka hidup, berkembang biak, dan berevolusi. Karena takut akan adanya serangangan dari monster, terbentuk lah beberapa kelompok pemburu berbakat dari berbagai wilayah yang dikenal sebagai Guardians of the Hunt untuk menjaga keseimbangan alam dan melindungi umat manusia dari ancaman Monster yang meluas. Di sebuah desa bernama Astoria, seorang pemburu muda dan bersemangat bernama Aria mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bergabung ke Guardians of the Hunt setelah menjalani ujian yang melelahkan. Bersama dengan rekan-rekannya, mereka berpetualang melintasi berbagai daerah, menghadapi Monster yang menakutkan, menguak misteri Monster kuno, dan memperkuat ikatan sebagai Hunter.

[Participating in WSA 2024] #SYSTEM #GENDERBENDER #CROSSDRESSING Yun Shu crossed over in a game world and became one of the suitors for the General's daughter aka the Female Lead? In this world, the Male Leads are obsessed with the Female Lead, but she has no interest in them whatsoever. To have a safe long life and avoid the bad ending, Yun Shu decided to propose the Female Lead with an assurance of a contract marriage. She also agreed with the conditions in the contract and married her in a moment of desperation to get her freedom back. After the marriage everything became peaceful and all, but why does the Female Lead look at her in a weird way? She will snuggle in her arms and even wants to sleep together in the same bed? "Why are you doing this? You know it very well that I'm not interested in girl's!" Yun Shu yelled at her. But the woman pressed her in bed underneath her as she whispered in her ears, "I'm a man and you are a woman? What's the big deal?" Yun Shu, "..."

"Hnnng." A woman's first moan was always a good sign. Even if she tries to suppress it, it can't be suppressed, so she lets out a breath. As she moaned, his wife's head fell back. The yukatas were randomly strewn above the sheets. A wisteria petal was stuck to the back of her neck. He stretched down and bit the flower petal. The petal and skin both crumbled between his teeth. The sweet taste spread in his mouth like an aphrodisiac. "Haa..." Xiao's hand gripped her abandoned yukata. He had already teased her nipples, and they glistened as they perked up. With another surge of desire, Jun Shang cupped her breast once again. His wife's body was beautiful. It was as smooth as a painting. Her perfectly supple breasts, her long and slender hands and feet. More than that, the most captivating features were her fragrance and her pale, soft skin that seemed to melt underneath her hands. 'You're beautiful.' She didn't seem to be touched by his words. There was no reason for her to respond with 'You too' just to be polite. But none of that mattered. Her proud face and her cold eyes. All of it. He liked all of it. And starting today, all of it would be his. "Ahh."

In the mystical realm of Jianghu, an ancient prophecy whispers of the arrival of the Fox and the Dragon, two individuals destined to reshape the fate of this mystical world. As tensions rise and the balance of power begins to shift, the two of them. With the complicated pasts and uncertain futures, they together tries to find a way out. As the prophecy begins to unfold, these two individuals must confront the darkness of their own hearts and the secrets that threaten to destroy the balance of power in Jianghu. Will they be able to overcome their differences and work together to fulfill the prophecy, or will the forces of fate tear them apart?

CAN TWO WRONGS MAKE a RIGHT? Follow the journey of a girl name Angelina Jules,who turn from Angelina to lamashtu[a female demon]after she witness her parent death who were brutally killed by the enemy. Through her journey she met Oliver star the most richest and handsome man in the country who also has a secret identity called [abaddon a devil]. Oliver said possessively .."SHE'S MINE,she's too innocent for this world I want to protect her "...But is she innocent?

[MATURE THEMES] Never in her life had Celeste thought of waking up in the middle of the night at the horrendous screams of her parents nor finding out the man she had loved to her bone would do the dreadful deed of assisting his dad in killing her parents in the greed of power and wealth.  The grief and heartbreak she had gone through was one of hell and seeing the facade of her ex-partner's father falling before her feet the next night trapped inside the walls of her chamber when he tried to assault her was frighteningly alarming which left her with no way but to flee the Kingdom she grew up in. The palace where she only had the best of memories until that unfortunate night when she unwillingly had to let go of the people who gave birth to her. Who she loved to death.  Then again, never in her life had Celeste thought there will be a moment she will be brought to the kingdom of Elyznh— which she heard about a lot but didn't though one day she will be setting foot there and living a life pretending to be a human when the blood flowing inside her nerves were pure Vampire— living with werewolves nor falling in love with a werewolf. Her secret is her's only, and when she dies it will become mere ashes as she is and rose in the sky, until then no one needs to know.

Thousands of years ago, a blinding silver light shone upon the universe and eleven godsent heroes emerged to save the world when it was on the brink of collapse to the hands of alien assailants. Gradually, humanity evolved and in today's world, virtually everyone is born with a chakra panel granting them the potential to draw a level of power similar to these unforgotten heroes. Strong or weak, those with the ability to harness the chakra within are revered as Dells. However, not all humans are Dells. Follow Keres on his journey towards uncovering humanity's darkest secrets buried deep underneath his dormant memories.

Emma, Nick, and Juna McAllister came to Heavenlyn a small town in the state of New York to find Emma's father, a man their mother loved but never had. To maybe find a saviour. What Emma finds along the way is a town full of secrets, more questions and a constant reminder that she can die. Meeting Daniel Silvers was the least of her worries. ON HAITUS.

Snatched from a world of bullets and blueprints, Volkner Philipov finds himself in a realm where magic crackles as fiercely as gunfire. Not summoned by prophecy, but by desperation, he's the latest in a line of "heroes" torn from their worlds to confront a darkness encroaching on this one. But Volkner isn't interested in being a hero; he just wants to go home. Yet, as threats loom and alliances form, Volkner's journey becomes more than a search for a way back—it's a battle between the pull of destiny and the desire for a life he's been forced to leave behind. In a world where magic meets machinery, and where every decision can tip the balance of power, Volkner must navigate the complexities of a land not his own, armed with nothing but his wits and a burning desire to return to where he belongs. As Volkner delves deeper into this strange, new world, he realizes that the path home is not as straightforward as he hoped. Will he embrace the role fate has thrust upon him, or will he find a way to forge his own path in a world that calls him a hero but feels like a prison?

"Love's Untold Fortune" follows Emily, a young woman who serves as the assistant to the arrogant millionaire Marcus Hale. Underneath her servitude lies a mystery: a voice in her head promising a reward of $50 million if she can endure Marcus's treatment for three years. As that final day approaches, Emily dreams of a life free from Marcus, ready to vanish with her money. However, when she finally tries to escape, Marcus feels remorseful and demands she return, only to have her path crossed by a mysterious man who claims to be her lover. As the three get tangled up in a web of secrets, love, and deception, Emily must discern truth from lies and confront her own heart in a world where nothing is as it seems.

Tick Tock Tick Tock The clock's steady beat filled the room, casting a haunting gloom and chill across the room. An old man sat hunched over a blank book, his deep eyes gleaming with an unsettling intensity and despair. The lamp's soft glow cast eerie shadows on his face, while a warm cup of coffee sat untouched beside him. His body trembled as he held a pen in his hand and whispered; "I-I... don't want to... please... sorry..." .......................................................... Glynn Frost, a 24-year-old police officer, had built a reputation for solving the unsolvable in Nova City along with his team. But a sudden transfer order shook his world. "Report to Ravenswood town." The words echoed in his mind like a warning bell. As Glynn returned to his seemingly peaceful hometown, he had an ominous feeling. His past successes seemed distant now, replaced by a growing unease. His hometown held secrets and dangers that lurked in the shadows, waiting to strike. Soon his police work would be anything but ordinary as his Fate would lead him down a dark path, where the lines between good and evil blurred. "Stare into it as it stares back, dive into as it dives into the soul."

The gods and goddesses of the world are now simple myths. Due to the purity of the divine blood in the demigods, they have given birth to a new generation: The Descendents. The story follows a young boy named Ansel who has just finished middle school and is now required to enter a special highschool where all the descendents go to be able to control their abilities and skills to serve their kingdom. Him being a descendent of Astrea, Goddess of the Night, Has the ability to control shadows to his will and other abilities. But is that the only god or goddess whose powers he Inherited? And is the world truly at peace now that their is no gods or goddesses to consult or be ruled by?

Charssein, a character destined for death, defied the fate written for him in the pages of his world. His survival was an affront to the natural order, a rebellion so profound that even God himself, the Creator of the book, could not look away. This was no ordinary defiance—it was artful, calculated, and driven by the sins that defined him. Lust, the most potent of all, became his weapon, turning the divine into a captive of his own creation. In his madness, Charssein twisted the plot, making himself indispensable, a force of chaos so captivating that God refused to erase him. But such rebellion demanded a punishment worse than death: to live endlessly, hunted by the same man who was meant to kill him—the story's main character. The cycle of death and rebirth binds them all in a cruel game where Charssein becomes both the prey and the predator, his sins a double-edged sword against those who pursue him. In a world where free will is a myth, and God himself cannot resist the pull of Charssein's madness, the ultimate question remains: who truly holds the pen in this story? A tale of sin, obsession, and the blurred lines between creation and destruction, "The God Who Loved My Madness" unravels the delicate threads of power, lust, and the haunting allure of rebellion.

In the sprawling city of Eldridge, nestled beneath the shadowy facade of Evermist High, a group of delinquent students known as "The Forgotten" grapple with both their turbulent school lives and the supernatural forces that threaten to unravel their world. As the mysterious deaths of students and teachers plague the school, The Forgotten find themselves at the center of a dark conspiracy. Led by the enigmatic Elara, a charismatic yet haunted figure, the group must navigate the treacherous halls of Evermist High while uncovering the secrets that bind them together. Each member of The Forgotten harbors a unique supernatural ability, a gift or curse that links them to a forgotten chapter of the school's history. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they realize that their past sins and hidden connections to the supernatural are inextricably tied to the malevolent force haunting Evermist. Friendships will be tested, alliances shattered, and sacrifices made as The Forgotten confronts the tragic inevitability that unfolds when the supernatural collides with the harsh reality of high school life. In the face of impending doom, can they rewrite their destiny and cast away the shadows that threaten to consume them, or will they become forever lost in the echoes of their own haunting pasts?

The background is set in a small, quiet town on the outskirts of Seoul. In this town, people were friendly, except for one particular neighbourhood. In this neighbourhood, everybody lived their lives as if treading on eggshells, all because of one particular household: the Lees. People surnamed Lee were a dime a dozen, but these particular set of Lees were unique. Dysfunctional. The family consisted of four people; the father and breadwinner Lee Do Joon, the delinquent son Lee Hyuk, the top student Lee Gun, and the town's most beautiful girl Lee Yeo Ri. Lee Yeo Ri was regarded as a saving grace, but before anybody knew it, the saving grace was slowly disintegrating from within. Hidden underneath her perfect, angelic smile, was a girl who was slowly being crushed and torn apart. This is her story. — TRIGGER WARNING — This story contains depictions of rape, violence, and other traumatic scenes. — Cover art by Ren (Twitter: @ikinashi_ren) — Please consider commenting or reviewing; any and all feedback are appreciated! :D

In a desperate attempt to secure peace between two war-torn kingdoms, Princess Janice is forced into marriage with King Jason—a man feared across the lands as a ruthless killer with a history of dead brides. As she enters his kingdom, Janice expects to meet a monster but soon discovers that Jason’s cruelty may be nothing more than dark rumors concealing a man haunted by his past. Determined to survive and fulfill her duty, Janice finds herself drawn into a web of political intrigue and dark secrets. Together, she and Jason must confront an ancient curse that has plagued the royal bloodline for generations, a threat that has fed on their kingdom's bitterness and loss. As they seek allies and uncover hidden powers within themselves, Janice and Jason forge a bond that defies fear, transforming them from reluctant allies into trusted partners. But peace comes at a price. With the arrival of a shadowy council threatening to overthrow them, and with forbidden magic creeping into the castle’s walls, Janice and Jason must fight not only to save their lives but to protect a love that could finally bring their kingdoms the unity they have always longed for.

The world beyond Is about the world where there's more than meets the eye. Having the other part name "The world of the living" Suggest something else...

Pirate's Legacy follows Caius Mercer, a sixteen-year-old dreamer from a small coastal village who longs for a life beyond the empire's control. Disillusioned by the corrupt soldiers who claim to protect his people, Caius refuses to follow the path of servitude that his fellow villagers accept. Instead, he dreams of freedom on the open seas—a dream inspired by tales of the Silver Serpents, a legendary pirate crew who fought for justice, not gold. But in a world where pirates are hunted, and loyalty to the empire is law, Caius's desire to become a new kind of pirate—a protector of the weak and enemy of oppression—sets him on a dangerous path. With the empire's watchful eyes always looming and whispers of dark powers stirring in the seas, Caius must decide whether he's ready to risk everything to live by his own code. The ocean beckons, but so do the enemies that lurk beneath the surface. Will Caius become a hero, or will he fall prey to the same darkness that consumes all who defy the empire?

When human King Dorian Taelman sends a country-wide demand for all of the mythical creatures to be locked up, Amicia is mistaken for something other than human. During her time in the castle's dungeon, she catches feelings for a rowdy Alpha wolf named Blasius that always seems to be hiding something from her. After attempting to escape countless times it becomes seemingly impossible, but her, her secretive crush, and her newfound friends are determined to overthrow the King and his supporters.

In this realm governed by time-honored norms and chivalry, the crown Prince of Elkodia is set to wed the crown Princess of Eldoria so as to ensure everlasting peace that knows no brutality. They concur, in a long standing tradition, that this alliance will unify their kingdoms and create a greater force between their nations. The young successors, all of whom are nurtured with this burden, are united for it is hoped that their marriage will bring about peace and stability. But lurking underneath is the bottom line which stipulates that should the marriage break, Eldoria will pay the price of being occupied by Elkodia. With so much at stake due to the winning of this union, the arranged marriage becomes a form of guarantee that there will be allegiance, there will be compromises and that pressure will be employed to seal a relationship that will define the two kingdoms forever.

things you see on tv, and dream about is things you should hide from now, they are real

> “Assume nothing. Not assuming anything clears your eyes. The eyes of your mind. Understand that there is no conditioning that can prepare you for having coals branded into your eyes, being burnt to death, being raped, drowned, suffocated… repeatedly and endlessly.” > "Misfortune is a fact of nature acceptable to women, especially when it falls on other women." > "Human life holds no inherent value. Have you not realised this, child? Despite all you have witnessed? It possesses no intrinsic worth." > “Is that so? Then I will simply have to become the one who would stretch this boundary of frail morality veiled underneath a thick layer of hypocrisy and double standards." > “Because chaos is more organised than order itself. Exactly as you taught me” Torn between where to direct his life, Arthur Olvasen has to decide on a side——as quickly as possible, as the merger and the potential interracial war between Earth and Eden creeps eerily close——the Bad or the Worse. *********************** NOTE: The story is slow burn; in action, world building and as well as potential romance. Just like how things should be. LoL. Tag along with it. You won't regret it. The story is also available on RoyalRoad underneath the same username of Reprobate. ************************* Cover is drawn by Aphora. You can commission yours by contacting them on Instagram (_aphora_) or KoFi (https://ko-fi.com/aphora_illustrations). This story's co-author is Komrade. And is being edited by incezangwill. Big thanks to all of them.

It is said that the king of all the supernaturals is cursed and for that he doesnt have a soulmate. he is to pick a choosen mate in the choosing ceremony hosted by the kingdoms under him to choose a bride. Azra the daughter of Zymir goes to the kingdom to seek permission to take a choosen mate Zylan as she doesnt have a mate. All comes crashing when she meets the wrong man and catches the eyes of the king. "Let go" Azra grits out while glaring at him. with dark silver eyes, he stares at her his gaze deep and compelling. "Never" "Now sweetheart, if you want that man to be alright then you dont get close to him, look at him or even breathe in the same air as him, I am the only man who should mean this much to you" He says through gritted teeth. "why should I listen to you" She says trying to wiggle underneath him which earns her a groan from him. "Because You are mine" "And I am your king"

[Mature Content] "The brightest light casts the darkest shadow" Eirin lived her life in the shadows of her precious friend, but she soon fell into deep chaos after she stumbled upon a humanoid that tried to take her life without an ounce of hesitation. She was saved by a group of people who wielded unknown abilities, and the moment she woke up, it all felt like a nightmare. Just when she thought she had escaped death, the people who saved her are now the ones after her life. Misfortunes started going her way, and creatures unknown to her appeared one by one, taking the most precious person away from her and leaving Eirin in despair. Secrets started unfolding, and the monster Eirin sought for so long was not the one she expected them to be.