Picture Of Ash

[Pursuit Drama + The Powerful Bowing for Love + Strong Male and Female Leads] 1. A Chance Reunion “Six years, Marian. Do you ever think about the past?” — A serendipitous encounter with the one who left her heartbroken. Fate, or just bad timing? 2. Unspoken Confessions “I don’t need your approval, Aaron. I’ve made it this far without you.” — A woman proving her strength in a world that once dismissed her. 3. Secrets Behind the Power “Aaron’s success wasn’t just about business—it was about burying emotions he couldn’t handle.” — What happens when a powerful man meets the one woman who challenges his control? 4. Quiet Tension in the Elevator “Wait,” he said, just as the doors began to close. “You don’t have to do this alone.” — Two people, worlds apart, trapped in the same moment. Can time heal old wounds? 5. Crossing Boundaries “You’re my boss, not my savior.” — Marian draws a line, but will Aaron respect it, or cross it to save her? 6. The Painful Truth “You think I’m just a nobody? Maybe I am, but at least I know who I am.” — A woman’s dignity clashes with the arrogance of the man she once loved. 7. Sparks in the Rain “You’re soaked.” “So are you. What’s your excuse?” — A storm forces them together, but can they withstand the emotions brewing between them? 8. Business and Betrayal “The numbers add up, but people don’t. What are you hiding, Aaron?” — Trust is a fragile thread in a high-stakes deal. 9. Vulnerability Unveiled “You want to know the truth? I was afraid. Afraid to let anyone in, especially you.” — A confession that could change everything. 10. The Breaking Point “I’m done waiting for an apology that will never come. Goodbye, Aaron.” — Sometimes, walking away is the strongest move a person can make.

[Ding! You have shared an intimate moment with the Goddess of Light] [Ding! You have received …% of her stats attributes] [Ding! You have increased her stats attributes by …%] … Cain wakes up only to find himself transmigrated into a novel that he had read a few years before his death. In this new fantasy realm where the strong are respected and the weak are trampled, Cain awakens his “Unique SSS-Ranked Primordial Beast Master Talent” before an error happens and merged with “Extra’s Harem Gacha System” which can help him become stronger by having sex with powerful women, including those summoned from the system’s Summon Pool. After merging his talent with the system, he can also contract and evolve powerful beasts, instantly upgrading their ranks using Evolution Points. With the ability to convert money into Evolution Points, Cain decides to build his own force, amass wealth, and take full advantage of the system’s potential to rise above all. [Ding! Do you want to refine the Ice Dragon’s Evolution Pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the medicine liquid of God's rank?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the Godbreaker sword of the God’s rank?] … After waking up, Cain realizes that his situation is far from simple. He finds himself inhabiting the body of the youngest prince of the weak, unranked Elarion Kingdom, who was recently poisoned and killed by his fiancée, despite having already stated he had no interest in the power struggle of the Elarion kingdom to the point he didn't awaken his talent. However, the only problem is not just that. Cain remembers the Elarion Kingdom as a mere footnote in the novel because it's destined for destruction. Now, Cain is determined to rewrite his fate. He vows to claim the throne, prevent the kingdom's destruction, and transform it into the strongest force in the world before the Era of the Gods descends upon the land. --------------------------------------------------------- [WebNovel Rising Star II Entry] ALL SUPPORT is appreciated. Don't hesitate to add it to your library and give Power Stones!!

“This time is different. After the 14th failure, after the 14th death—this time, it’s different. I have my powers. I will kill you this time. I will not fail again, DEMON KING!” **BAM!** The door flew open. “Aurelia?” “You’re late for breakfast!” came the sharp, innocent voice. Ronan turned to see her—Aurelia, a fiery, pigtailed girl with bright eyes and an impatient frown. He couldn’t help but smile. “Let’s go,” he said, standing to follow her. She didn’t know it yet, but she was humanity’s destined hero, the ultimate weapon against the Demon King. And for the first time, Ronan truly understood—he couldn’t win this war alone. To destroy the Demon King, he had to shape Aurelia into the hero she was born to be. Together, they would end the cycle of failure. This time, victory would be theirs.

For years, he knew only stillness. Confined to a body that refused to move, unable to speak or act, his world was reduced to the smallest of motions—a blink, a breath. He had lived on the fringes of existence, watching life pass him by while his dreams withered, unreachable. On modern-day Earth, his broken body had long sentenced him to a life of quiet despair. Then the world changed. When the heavens split and the Cultivation Assist System descended, the rules of reality were rewritten. The Awakening brought power, opportunity, and a spark of hope to every corner of the world. For him, it brought a miracle: the chance to heal. The system mended the broken shell that had confined him for so long, restoring his strength and granting him the body he had always longed for. For the first time in years, he stood, felt the earth beneath his feet, and believed he could rise alongside the world’s new era. But even miracles have limits. While others rushed into the grand Pagodas—the centers of knowledge and cultivation where the strongest paths began—he was denied entry. Barred from the heart of the Awakening, he was forced to endure its trials on the outskirts. Every step forward came harder for him than it did for others. He clawed and fought for scraps of the opportunities others seemed to have handed to them. But he did not stop. Through sheer determination, he began to ascend. Slowly but surely, he carved out his place in the new world, defying the odds and the whispers of those who doubted him. He could see the life he had dreamed of—freedom, power, and the chance to soar—just within reach. But the world was not as kind as he believed. Just as he reached for the heights he had fought so hard to claim, betrayal struck. The knife that ended his life came not from an enemy, but from someone he thought loved him. The warmth of trust turned to the cold sting of death, and in his final moments, as the darkness took him, he wondered how he could have been so blind. But death was not the end. When he awakens again, in a new life and body, the memories of his first remain vivid and sharp. The struggles, the triumphs, and the bitter sting of betrayal—they burn within him, forging a determination that will not be silenced. The Cultivation Assist System is still there, but the rules of his second life are different, and the world he returns to is even more dangerous than before. Ashes to Apex follows the journey of a young man who rose from nothing, fought against impossible odds, and was struck down before he could truly soar. It is a tale of rebirth, ambition, and the unyielding drive to rise beyond the limits of fate. As the embers of his first life ignite a new flame, one question remains: How far can he rise before the ashes of his past threaten to consume him once more?

"If the world stands in my way, if people threaten me or those who are dear to me, then I shall become the true darkness, the fear in their hearts that haunts them forever!" Lee Gaon was a professional gamer until one day she was framed as a cheater by a big gaming company and betrayed by those she held dear. Now she is known as Death Eater, a powerful dark entity in the game system world, slicing her enemies in half if they dare mess with her. Her path is now filled with blood and adventure as she desperately tries to find all who were dragged with her into this world—those who destroyed her life. She has only one goal now... "Revenge!" Content Warning: This work contains scenes of gore, violence, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised.

In the realms above, supernatural beings of unfathomable magnificence exist, far beyond mortal comprehension. These divinities wield unimaginable power, capable of obliterating worlds with a mere breath. However, what unfolds when these gods meet their demise? Set in a remote corner of the vast universe, long after the apocalyptic Thousand Millennium War of the Heavenly Beasts and Deities, this tale delves into a forgotten world. Here, the ashes of fallen gods descend upon an insignificant pebble, adrift amidst the cosmic tapestry of space and time. Their impact alters the life of a proud young man, who embraces the abrupt changes thrust upon his world. Refusing to yield to the clutches of fate and karma, he dares to defy the heavens themselves. Will he triumph over an insurmountable destiny, or succumb to fate like gods of unimaginable might did before him? The dreams of a deceased deity and the fate of a dying world hang precariously, hinged upon the future of this young man. He treads upon an endless bridge, forged from the corpses of the fallen. Unlock this epic saga of death, sorrow, war, blood, love, vengeance, and triumph with your own eyes. *** You can also reach out to: Discord:https://discord.com/invite/QQ3vybav Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=9xjl0tq1cs3e&utm_content=qx5nrdu

(MATURE CONTENT) Threesome arc? - Right here A weak, adorable, and low self-esteemed MC with an awful past, a trauma breaking him down every second and controling his life, just before he meets his 'suns', and later gains confidence and starts loving himself again arc? - Right here. Yeah, you read that right. Twin brothers who radiate like the sun and are very possessive of the MC, putting his happiness above everything arc? Gosh, look no further, you're in the right place. This story is just for you, so open it and read to your heart's content. ****** Synopsis I was just a no-name photographer who was trying hard to make a living, but then I got tangled with 'them'. My life, as it was, had always been nothing but a nightmare, living a cursed life that wasn't fit to be called a life. I had no chances with love, connections, or anything. Nothing! And after drawing my last straw, trying to make a final effort that would maybe lead me somewhere other than dirt, I met them again. They - the twins - were my childhood friends whose lives I had ruined with my presence, and I was scared to ruin it a second time, so I tried to stay away from them but... They had other plans. 'When angels dream.' That was what I called the picture. The beautiful portrait was filled with serenity as that blond Italian man gazed into the distance and was showered with the soft petals of cherry blossom. The beautiful picture I had 'stolen'. Yeah, that's the word. I stole it because I didn't ask for permission first. But this is how it unfolded. At first, I took the picture without asking because I was so mesmerized by the scenery, and completely breathtaking, but then I got caught but it wasn't by the same man. They looked alike and wore the same clothes but I could tell right away that he wasn't him. Nevertheless, I apologized. "I'm deeply sorry." I said but then, the man whom I had stolen a picture from walked up behind me and said, "To think such a day would come." I turned around and blinked, looking at the man in front of me and then at the one behind me. They were identical twins. And not only that ... My heart shook... They looked like the twins I had known back then. "What's the matter?" The one in front asked with a bright smile that I was so compelled to take a picture of him and I did. He blinked at my confused expression and then burst out laughing. A sweet and cheerful laugh that made me blush. he looked really handsome. They both did, with their blonde hair which shone like gold with the suns radiation and a charming smile. I found my heart racing at the mere sight of that smile and almost forgot the situation I was in. "I see you haven't changed at all." He suddenly said, swiped my hair back and added, softly, "Hyung." My eyes widened. These two... It couldn't be... They weren't the twins, right? The twins that I knew. They... How did this happen? I just wanted a picture, that's all. ****** Thank you all for diving into this story. Note, the smut doesn't officially start right away till the later chapters but I didn't leave the readers without some sweet candies either, so along the line, there were a bunch of 'actions' between MC and the twins, huhu. His denial knew no bound but his body still won in the end, haha. Anyway, if you find waiting for updates too long, and you haven't checked out my other books, please do. There's also a threesome arc in the first one below. And it's completed too. What a score! 1) Alpha, Alpha, Beta? I transmigrated into an Omegaverse as a boy? [Completed] Check out the continuation of number one, It's the next generation, that is, their kids 2) To Byul (Omegaverse) [Ongoing ]

Kael, a gifted zoologist, sacrifices his life to save a cat and awakens in a medieval world in the body of a boy who shared his name. In a land ruled by Beast Tamers, Kael discovers a legendary key linked to a lost kingdom's legacy. Destined to tame beasts and uncover his true fate, his journey begins.

Love, Betrayal, Blood, but not Hatred. Only cold revenge, and a son to complete the family. "D" Section, a nonexistent military unit. "D" for dark, "D" for depth, "D"... for death. It demanded no attachment, and Daemon sacrificed love for it. Years later, the death of his teammates made him feel that he had done enough for the country, so he came back to the city he grew in. But can what has been forsaken be gained back? Because now Evelyn, the one to have breathed vitality in his numb, orphaned heart, had her own life, and a little boy calling her mother. Also, while he left his life full of dead bodies behind, did that life really let him go? From the ashes, will it love or... ? _ _ _ Two lovers who still love each other even with scars left behind by past events. They narrowly miss a chance to meet again and rekindle the lost spark, with him left with an empty heart, and her with her pain renewed, only buried because of the sun of her life, her son, their son… that he knew nothing about. They each continue with their own life in their own way. Their paths even almost become parallel to each other, almost taking the opposite direction with new commitments. But fate be damned, even if it now seems to push them toward each other. From the ashes, their love shall blaze anew. Or maybe not. Find the answer yourself. ___ First draft of characters image on my discord, a channel for fans to get together: https://discord.com/invite/C86EJvCJdd Comment and review, don't forget.

Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage unfolds in a world where ancient magic and advanced technology coexist, shaping a fragile peace amid ruins of once-great empires. The last known continent, home to diverse kingdoms and mysterious ruins, is teeming with powerful magical creatures and relics of a forgotten age. New technologies—born of both arcane knowledge and scientific innovation—are being rapidly developed, yet remnants of the past linger, casting long shadows over the present. At the heart of this world are two kings, Caelan Althar and Dorian Valen, once childhood friends who now find themselves at odds. Their bond shattered over the discovery of an ancient artifact known as the Golden Cage, a relic tied to long-lost powers. The artifact holds the potential to change the world, but its true nature is veiled in mystery, and neither king fully understands the consequences of using it. Years earlier, Caelan and Dorian, along with their companions, formed a club at an elite academy where they explored ancient ruins and uncovered relics infused with magic. They encountered mythical creatures—elemental beings, monsters, and guardians that once roamed freely. But now, as rulers, Caelan hesitates to use the Golden Cage, knowing that its power could bring disaster. Dorian, in a desperate attempt to save his kingdom from ruin, betrays his former friend and takes the artifact for himself. Unbeknownst to both kings, powerful forces—both magical and technological—are at work, manipulating their actions toward a catastrophic end. As war seems inevitable, the ancient world’s secrets begin to unravel, threatening to release forces that neither man can control. Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage is a tale of betrayal, ambition, and the unbreakable bond between friendship and power. It explores the allure of ancient magic, the dangers of rediscovered technologies, and the creatures that still roam the world—an epic journey through a land on the brink of rediscovering its greatest mysteries.

In a world transformed by the rise of new civilizations, Rashid Amari Amari, the son of a dethroned emir, embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim his legacy. Born into slavery after the violent overthrow of his father, Rashid faces betrayal, political schemes, and relentless enemies, including the usurper Mansa Musa. From the depths of despair to the heights of power, Rashid navigates Oracle City's turbulent political landscape to become its president. This epic tale of survival and ambition explores themes of struggle, power, and justice, as one man rises to rewrite his destiny.

(CONTAINS R18+ CONTENT) Enemies to lovers- check Slow burn- check A cute naughty dog- check Spice? (The author is keeping her mouth zipped) No third-party breakup or misunderstanding. But there are lots of banter and witty comebacks. (The story is planned to be around 200 chapters. No drag) Mu Yiren I never imagined I'd be faking a relationship with my biggest enemy—the untamed, ridiculously charming Feng Junjie, known throughout the city as the "golden boy" of business and a billionaire playboy with a reputation for breaking hearts. But when he dangles a life-changing offer in front of me, the kind that could secure my inheritance, I find myself agreeing to be his "girlfriend." But the thing is….. What if I start seeing the real him? Pretending to be Junjie’s devoted partner is like walking on a razor's edge. He’s everything I can’t stand—sexy, cocky, and devilish, and yet a sweetheart by heart that leaves me flustered by his actions. I know better than to fall for a man like him; my mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s has convinced me to never fall in love. But Junjie isn't just any man. Beneath his easygoing charm is an intensity that leaves me breathless, and he knows exactly how to crack through the walls I have built around me, awakening a passion I never felt before. JUNJIE I need my life back. A sorry attempt at love had me question everything and forced me away from my brothers. Since my ‘ex best friend’s’ constant accusations had gotten out of control, I might as well pretend to date someone and shut her mouth. My definition of a fake date- Beautiful, sexy, tempting…..umm…. insufferable, annoying, and with a mouth that won’t stop running. The mouth with red lipstick. The mouth I want to…. This arrangement was supposed to be simple: fake dating, clear boundaries, no feelings. But the more he plays the role of her devoted partner, the more the lines between fake and real start to blur. And now, he’s no longer sure where the act ends and his true feelings begin. The catch? Mu Yiren doesn’t believe in love. And she certainly doesn’t believe a man like Feng Junjie is capable of anything but heartbreak. But Feng has never been one to follow the rules. Boundaries? He’s about to break them. Deals? They were made to be rewritten. He’s going all in, and this time, he’s not playing pretend. ******* "Are you saying you'd let any man get this close?" "ABSOLUTELY NO!" The words burst out of me, too quick, too honest. His smirk deepens. "Tell me, if I leave you like this, all wound up and aching, will you be sneaking off to use one of your little toys?" "Yes," "Tell me, were you waiting for me to initiate something this past week?" he tugs my shorts more and kisses my navel. My heart hammers and my voice comes out shaky. "N-No." I won't give him the satisfaction of knowing he's right. He chuckles darkly. "Wrong answer. Let's try again." ****

in a world where there are powerful people with unique Technics called drill with transformations called locks and a boy named hakishi has to fight for life.hakishi's life is turned into a nightmare his family is slaughtered then his master who trained him died then he tried to bring him back to life but it went wrong now he is in a perfect team called FRB:full reck of blood. to tried and help him to defeat all d villans and his old master

What would you do if you found yourself in the body of a woman married to a prince? What's more, he isn't just any prince—he's a beast, cursed by the moon. --- Aveline, a rising actress in 2024, finds herself thrust into an unfamiliar world after a stage 'accident.' All she ever wanted was the spotlight, not a husband or a lover. But everything changes when she wakes up in the body of a woman who looks exactly like the person who caused her accident. Now, she's married to a cursed prince who's out for her blood. The only way back to her time? Make this ruthless, feared prince fall genuinely in love with her! How can someone who's never believed in love conquer the heart of a beast? Lord help her if she fails. -- Welcome, dear readers, both new and old, to my latest novel! I hope you enjoy this thrilling journey with Ave and Prince Lucian. If you haven't already, be sure to check out my other books: - Wife Of The Demon Prince - Bound To The Ice Dragon King - Loving The Temperamental Adonis Happy reading!

He comes from the banished underworld, following the law of survival of the weak and the strong.He is a seeker of truth, a sorcerer who walks the edge of sanity and madness.When myths are ended and order is no more, power is the only rule of the world.Not all dark places need light.

"In a world of shadows and betrayal, 22-year-old orphan Bella Smith's life crumbles when she discovers her boyfriend entangled in an affair with her cousin, Grace. Broken and vulnerable, a reckless night spirals out of control, ending in her kidnapping and sale to Russia's merciless underworld. Thrust into a life of danger, Bella is forced to assume the role of Vladimir Ivanov's deceased daughter-a role that binds her in a deadly marriage to Alessandro De Luca, a cold and enigmatic mafia boss. In this perilous new reality, fear battles with forbidden desire as Bella is drawn to the man whose power and darkness threaten to consume her. As deadly secrets unravel, Bella must navigate a world where trust is a luxury and survival is a game of life and death. Her growing passion for Alessandro ignites a fire she cannot control, but will it become her salvation or her ultimate downfall? Caught between her own demons and the ruthless world around her, Bella must decide: will she rise above the shadows, or be consumed by the darkness within?"

The world is a graveyard of gods, their corpses fueling an empire built on lies and steel. Kain Veyrath, a scarred blacksmith’s apprentice, lives in the shadow of tyranny, beaten down but unbroken. When fate grants him an ancient shard of god fire—power enough to shatter kingdoms—he doesn’t dream of saving the world. No, Kain dreams of burning it to the ground. With a blade forged from vengeance and a heart hardened by betrayal, he sets out to tear down the chains of power and crush the monsters who wield them. Yet as his strength grows, so too does the hunger of the god fire, whispering promises of conquest and carnage. To rise as a sovereign of his own making, Kain must embrace the darkness, for only the ruthless survive in a world carved from ash and blood

Marcel Aelric had everything he ever wanted: a loving family, a brilliant career as a chemical engineer, and fame as a dominant MMA champion. But the night his home was consumed by an unnatural inferno, his perfect world was reduced to ash. His wife and children were taken from him, leaving only questions and a burning rage in their place. As Marcel searches for answers, he uncovers a harrowing truth: the fire was no accident. It was the first strike of a larger calamity—a rift in reality that has unleashed monstrous entities upon the world. His research, once a beacon of hope, may hold the key to understanding the invasion, but it has also made him a target. If you’d like to support me further and be part of this journey, please consider joining my fan club on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Augustus_Ceasar. Your support means the world and helps bring this story to life!

Following the two environmental cataclysms the world is mostly unhabitable. The remaining powers in the world have banded together to try and find a way to save humanity before the third cataclysm which will result in the end of the Earth. This story follows a few joys growing up in this world as they slowly discover the truth about themselves and the truth of the word they live in, all while trying to save humanity from multiple dangers before it’s too late.

Eighteen-year-old Eli Steele, a reclusive but skilled gamer, finds himself mysteriously trapped in a hyper-realistic virtual reality game called The Codex, an RPG infamous for its complexity, harsh difficulty, and the legend that no one has ever completed it. In this world, players who fail to clear a mission face a "permanent logout"—death in real life. The only way out is to clear all 200 missions, culminating in a showdown with the final Boss, the God of the Codex, NEXUS an omnipotent being who manipulates every aspect of the game world.

A normal boy moves into his dad's childhood town with his dad. What can go wrong?

Edward and Samantha want to turn their deep love into marriage without being aware of some hidden truth which lies in the past. They arrange dinner on Christmas Eve to meet each other's families and declare about their marriage, the situation becomes darker when Edward and Samantha Know the secret which causes them to part from their devoted love.

To the world Lucas was the perfect CEO. He led the family company to become the biggest in the country. He also had the most beautiful woman for a lover and with gorgeous looks that would make anyone fall for him, he had it all. However, it all came crashing down one day when he got that letter. A letter that made him question his very existence. A letter that unhinged him.

Stepping onto the path of immortality, the journey is fraught with peril, storms raging at every turn. Countless times, death came knocking—teetering on the edge of despair, on the brink of annihilation. Every step forward is marked by blood and fire, yet the resolve remains unshaken: to stand upright, without shame to the heavens, without guilt before the earth. And one day, when the moment comes, I will rise with the wind, soaring to the nine heavens, parting the clouds with a wave of my hand, gazing down upon the vast sea of life below

On a boundless and vast continent, countless nations rise and fall, weaving a tapestry where culture and power intertwine in a dance of prosperity and conflict. From the untamed lands of the north to the bustling harbors of the west, the solemn kingdoms of the heartlands, and the enigmatic empires of distant realms, this land teems with both opportunity and peril. Beneath the endless struggle for dominion, ancient beliefs clash with burgeoning ambition, and the clash of iron and the pursuit of glory etch eternal scars upon this earth. In the tide of destiny, kings, dukes, heroes, and envoys are drawn together, their fates entwined. The lands scorched by war are not only marked by ruin but also by the defiant cries of those who fight to reclaim their homes and uphold their ideals. As the wheels of fate turn, secrets buried deep within history will decide the future of this continent. Whether it will be consumed by fire or endure will depend on the swords in their hands and the unyielding resolve within their hearts.

Exiled from the revered and cloistered Spiritual Sage Realm, he is summoned back for a harrowing mission that could imperil humanity itself.

After a battle that severely wounded Overlord Liang Tian, Ren Lu's dark influence lingers, manipulating events from the shadows. With the power of the 9th rank yokai, Heaven Defying Light, Ren Lu's soul defies death, and his resurrection will influence the fates of countless people. And so the true extent of his plan begins to reveal itself.