Smoky Mirrors Meaning

When the mirror appears, it's said that the mind has reached its breaking point. For Ryo Kobayashi, a teenager consumed by the darkness of his own world, the mirror's emergence is both a curse and a catalyst. Alongside seven other individuals, each with their own demons and despair, Ryo is drawn into the mirror's abyss and transported to a realm both mysterious and terrifying. The eight strangers must navigate this eerie landscape, confronting life-threatening challenges that push their sanity and resolve to the limit. As they struggle to survive, they begin to unravel the secrets of this twisted world and the true purpose of the mirror. Will they be able to overcome their inner turmoil and work together to escape, or will they succumb to the horrors that surround them? I’ll be posting this book on royalroad.com https://www.royalroad.com/profile/613348

The Contract Bride & the Shadow King” Zina Obianuju only wanted to save her dying mother. What she didn’t expect was to become the thirteenth bride of Nigeria’s most feared billionaire, Kain Umeziri—a man whose mansion holds secrets, shadows, and blood-bound rules. As she navigates strange symbols, cursed mirrors, and a cold husband with burning eyes, Zina must uncover the truth: why did twelve women before her die? And why is her soul the final piece of an ancient pact? In a world where wealth hides wickedness and love may not be enough, survival means playing by rules written in blood.

"Each story has reflection. No matter if it an history, mythology or fantasy, all stories have reflection.... But what do you think would happens if those own reflection became themselves? Shattered themselves and create their own reflection?" "This is the world of the mirrors that had been shattered and reformed, an world of stories and mirrors that had been shattered and born a new." {{Info: For those who read the previous version of this novel, chapter 1 and 2 are the same and story was completely changed starting at chapter 3.}}

Aoi Tsukishiro, a teenager scarred by the disappearance of his younger sister, faces a dark reflection that no longer follows him. In a world where pain manifests as echoes within mirrors, Aoi must become a Resonant to confront the wounds he’s buried deep inside. Will he be able to face his own reflection… and survive the Threshold?

"When a weak boy becomes the greatest sin in the universes, the legend begins. In worlds ruled by rigid class systems and sects warring between light and shadows, emerges Korgami—an outcasted teenager destined to uncover a buried secret that will change the fate of all. After discovering his true power as the 'Dark King,' he embarks on a journey that tears through dimensions, seeking the true meaning of his power and the primal essence of darkness within him. A voyage across interdimensional academies, mirrored realms, and existential trials. Where sins are redefined, chains are shattered, and an untold ending is written. An epic fantasy novel about power, destiny, and the search for truth in the heart of darkness."

[WSA 2025 ENTRY!!] A dark epic of mirrors, memory, and myth. In a world where silence binds more tightly than chains, One boy must decide if he is a savior, a weapon, or the last mistake the stars will ever make. Because Ren Calder isn't just walking forward. He’s walking back into the wound the world tried to forget. The world remembers heroes. It fears monsters. But it forgets the ones who choose silence over salvation. Ren Calder was one such forgotten soul buried beneath centuries of dust, where light dared not reach and names lost meaning. But some awakenings do not come with prophecy or praise. Some come with shadows that breathe and silence that listens. Far from the eyes of the living, he descends into realms untold where truths rot, and power does not shine, but devours. They do not speak his name. They do not know what he is becoming. But the darkness remembers…

Lu Jiangxian died after staying up late one night. Yet, he finds his soul trapped in a fractured, bluish-gray bronze mirror. He falls into a boundless world of immortal cultivation and finds himself in the perilous landscape of Mount Dali. There, a small family from a small village by Meiche River picked the mirror up and is bestowed with the ancient teachings of the immortal ways, heralding the dawn of a splendid new era. ------------------------------------- A message from TomCat: Hi guys... this novel was a gold I picked up recently in my reading journey. I won't be profiting from this. Just want to share this great book with my fellow readers. Hope you enjoy this. The Mirror Legacy is a novel covering Drama, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Seinen, Tragedy, Mature, Xianxia, Psychological, Mystery genres. Written by the author Ji Yueren. ------------------------------------- A message from the Translator: Heya, it’s Crow, the translator for The Mirror Legacy. I’m glad to have the opportunity to translate one of the top ten books on Qidian. This is perhaps a different type of Xianxia novel that is quite unique in its own right. Instead of following a single main character through the story, there are no main characters in this novel, or maybe everyone is a main character. After all, the main focus of the novel is the characters rather than cultivation. If I have to describe what this novel is like… then I’d say it’s a Sims 4 Legacy Challenge, but set in an eastern fantasy world. If you can find satisfaction in watching generations of a family building themselves up and enjoy books with good characters, then this is the novel for you. The story progresses slowly in the beginning, making this a great read before your bedtime or on a lazy afternoon in the cafe with a cup of tea in your hand. (You may also need a tissue box for your tears, that’s all I’m going to say.) The story starts with a guy named Lu Jiangxian who died after staying up till late to work. He transmigrated, not as a human but a mirror (a broken one at that)! Upon discovering that he could absorb the essence from moonlight and gain power from it, he decided to find ways to restore his mirror body and find out its origin. He was later picked up by Li Xiangping, a teenager from a humble farming family that soon discovered that the mysterious artifact they found could turn mortals into immortals. With such a powerful artifact in their house, they feared that tragedy could befall their family. There was only one thing for them to do—become powerful to protect their secret and family!

Ren Amakawa is an ordinary, painfully shy eighteen-year-old who has never known warmth beyond his books and lonely nights. But his life changes the night he discovers an ancient mirror hidden in his attic — a mirror that doesn’t reflect his dusty room, but a lush, dreamlike world teeming with impossible beauty and forbidden temptations. Drawn through the glass, Ren finds himself in the Mirror World, a realm ruled by seductive beings who crave what he has always guarded — his innocence. There, sensual elf queens, cunning succubi, and mystical priestesses lure him deeper with whispers of pleasure and secrets too intoxicating to resist. Every time he crosses over, Ren’s desires awaken further, feeding the Mirror World’s magic — and binding him tighter to its dangerous temptresses. But behind each teasing kiss and heated touch lies a hidden truth: Ren is not just a visitor. He is the key to an ancient power, a pure vessel in a realm that devours purity for strength. With every surrender, he inches closer to losing himself — or embracing the dark ecstasy that the mirror’s magic promises. In a world where innocence is the greatest treasure, and temptation is a test of will, Ren must choose: shatter the mirror’s hold and return to his empty reality — or step willingly into a fantasy where pleasure is power… and his heart may never escape.

In the most cliched fashion, a giant truck-kun smashed into my World, killing everyone with it. And in the next most cliched event, I was given a second chance in life by the gods to live another life in a world of swords, magic and dragons! It’s literally a dream come true! Be a hero? Who has the time?! Conquer the world? Like hell I’ll do something so troublesome! Diving into dungeons, exploring ancient ruins and meeting all the weirdos of the world? Sign me right up!! I’m only interested in travelling the world to find the most interesting materials I can use to write the best story I can! I’ll show you my creativity and dazzle this new world with the stories I’ll write! I’ll fight with dragons, swim with krakens, wrestle giants, eat all the cakes and bed the beauties! Time to live this life however I want! Eh? A psycho is running around the world saying that they are the hero who will slay the demon lord? Why is there such a crazy person? There’s someone out there threatening the world with nukes? How did they even find out how to make those? Some crazy hobo is going into other people’s houses to smash pots to look for money? That guy really must be crazy. What Do You Mean There Are Other Transmigrators In My Harem Fantasy? ----- [Character Creation:] [Gender:] [Male] [Female] >[Futa] *** Notes: Any R-rated scenes will be denoted by a '*' followed by an 'R' with the number of 'R's showing how much of it is R-rated. '*R' would be around 25%, '*RR' would be about 50% and '*RRR' would most likely be the entire chapter. You can join our discord through this link: https://discord.gg/CRrb56c

In a reality governed not by gods or governments, but by hidden “Paths” of power buried deep within the psyche, six prodigious minds awaken across six fractured worlds. Each is a genius. Each is broken. Each is bound to a different truth. From cybernetic underworlds and holy empires to collapsing warzones and mirror dreamscapes, a Spiral turns—quietly, violently, endlessly. What begins as isolated crises in parallel worlds becomes a singular war for the fate of all existence, orchestrated by unseen architects and ancient mechanisms that feed on choice, guilt, and transformation. Every Path grants power. Every step warps the soul. And to reach the Spiral’s end, they must either master themselves—or lose everything to themselves. Their ideologies will clash. Their bonds will twist. And one among them will rewrite the meaning of power, identity, and truth itself.

Merin is reincarnated into a new world.  After he died in his previous world. And the new world is an extraordinary world. He is full of curiosity and fear for the new world. But he is born in the new world as a tree. Struck in a place. To explore the new world, he tries to find way to escape from his tree body, or transforms himself to a humanoid. In the process, he finds the reason he reincarnated into this world.  A mirror, that can send his soul to reincarnate into new worlds. Authors note- The first volume would be of Merin's life in another world and as a human.

I thought being laid off from my job was the greatest of my worries but I just had to wake up in a ship's cockpit after my space game crashed. Now I have no map, no friends and no money. But that's ok, I've started from the bottom before! With my starter ship I will scour through space as a Mercenary and maybe even start up a Mercenary Company while I'm at it! This ain't my first rodeo in space after all! Except... Apparently my crew members are weird? The guy who bumped into me yesterday was found sliced up and floating outside the space station. The girl who tried to honeytrap me was reported missing with only a finger found in an alley. And then that merchant who scammed me had his entire ship blasted into bits by unknown vessels the very next day. Some people say my crewmates were behind it but they must be mistaken, right? I only know one thing for sure... In space, no one can hear you scream... *** Notes: Any R-rated scenes will be denoted by a '*' followed by an 'R' with the number of 'R's showing how much of it is R-rated. '*R' would be around 25%, '*RR' would be about 50% and '*RRR' would most likely be the entire chapter. Also, gene splicing and cybernetics exist in this story. What does that mean? MC is a futa for one and there's going to be other futas showing up as well. You can join our discord through this link: https://discord.gg/CRrb56c

A world where after a strange event giant portals appeared that were called "Mother mirrors appeared in the world, this transporting those who cross them to the "Reflection" , Mergo will try to save himself with the main objective of getting stronger . Along the way he will understand the real meaning of what a reflection is , love , anger and even determination means . Will he rise to the top of the world or become a puzzle piece for its destruction?

In a city humming with secrets and saxophones, two women drift toward the same smoky stage-one chasing escape, the other chasing survival. Beneath dim lights and over spilled gin, the night bends for no one. But when a voice unlike any other slices through the haze, everything stills. Glances linger. Time forgets itself. Whispers follow in the dark, but not all of them come from the mouths of men. Some stories are sung. Others are stolen. And some-some only begin when the music starts. Chapter updates every other 2-3 weeks.

Matías Castleboard was humanity's last shield. A soldier. A hero. A killer. He died bringing peace... but found no rest. Reincarnated as Kael Lanpar, heir to the most powerful clan on the continent of Mayora, he now lives in a world of ancient magic, forgotten races, and gods who play with the threads of existence. However, his past has not disappeared. The scars of his former life bleed into this one, and with each memory that emerges, Kael sinks deeper into a dilemma that few could bear: Can a second life offer redemption... or only more condemnation? But there is something worse than trauma and war. Knowledge. Because the more Kael discovers about this world—and about himself—the more he understands that the truth does not set him free: it destroys him. And at the end of the road, what awaits him is not an enemy, but something even worse, something we all know but do not understand. A conscience. A truth that cannot be unlearned. A dark and introspective fantasy story about second chances, traumas that never die, and the price of knowing too much. Ideal for readers who seek more than battles: they seek meaning.

Title: What It Means To Be Yours Author:SheWantsToBeIsekaied [ author's original ] Status: Ongoing Theme:Quick Transmigration Kjizei is consumed by the pain of relentless romantic rejection. In search of answers, he meets a mysterious assistant who offers him the chance to experience different worlds, each revealing unique scenarios of heartbreak. As Kjizei explores these alternate realities, he faces various forms of rejection-from casual indifference to profound betrayal. Each experience pushes him to confront the underlying issues of his romantic failures, ultimately leading him on a path toward healing and self-acceptance. Kjizei's journey also highlights his struggle with feelings of powerlessness, stemming from past bullying. The trade with the assistant symbolizes the complexities of personal growth, requiring him to take responsibility for his identity and experiences. Ultimately, he learns what it means to own his life, actively shaping a new identity and future despite overwhelming adversity.

Alternative Title(s): Isha-Jō Heroine - The Former Doctor Turned Genius Healer Lady Is Now an Isekai Heroine - イシャジョーヒロイン -「元医者の天才ヒーラーお嬢様、異世界ヒロインやってます」 Wait, What Do You Mean I Got Reincarnated as a Heroine in Another World?! — And Now I Have to Save the Kingdom as a Healer Prodigy and Magician While Pretending to Be a Noble Lady Even Though I Was a Shut-In Doctor Back Home! - 「いや、ちょっと待って！？異世界転生したのが私でしかもヒロイン！？—— 昔は引きこもり医者だったのに、今は天才ヒーラー＆魔法使いとして王国を救えと？…ついでに貴族お嬢様の演技までしなきゃダメ！？」 --- DISCLAIMER: This story contains themes involving quantum mechanics, CGDCT, borderline (or maybe not) Girl’s Love, and plot-relevant mature scenes that are safe for general audiences. Follow Kairi Izumi—a quiet, eccentric, and somewhat conspicuous girl—who never felt like anything but an NPC in a story. Working behind the scenes, unnoticed by others, had always been part of her daily life, dwelling with medicine and toxins. So, it's no surprise she wasn't exactly turning heads. But then, a peculiar quantum anomaly shatters her carefully constructed anonymity, thrusting her into a bewildering new spotlight. Suddenly, Kairi's unique knowledge of obscure chemicals becomes crucial for navigating bizarre, shifting realities. Amidst this chaos, she finds herself unexpectedly drawn to a vibrant, magnetic girl—a connection that begins to unravel not only the mysteries of her altered world but also the burgeoning feelings within her own 'background character' heart. However, her sudden visibility attracts more than just newfound affection. A surprising confession from a powerful figure thrusts her into a dangerous web of political machinations, revealing hidden factions and the true, volatile nature of the realities she's caught between. Now, Kairi must navigate not only the quantum uncertainties and her blossoming relationship, but also a treacherous game of power where her unique position could either be a weapon or a target. As her bond with the magnetic girl deepens amidst these escalating stakes, Kairi must confront the intimate complexities of her new existence and decide if she's finally ready to take center stage as the protagonist of her own unfolding, unpredictable story.

After losing a dare at her freshman party, Sayu is forced to do the unthinkable—ask out Hayato Arisaka, the most gorgeous, untouchable, heartthrob on campus. It was supposed to be a joke. A moment of public humiliation. Except… he said 'Yes'!

He inherited the estate. He didn't know it would come with her. Dorsethall Manor was supposed to be empty—just a decaying ruin left by a distant uncle. But inside waits her: Helena, the widow. Beautiful. Cold. Watching. The longer Noah stays, the more the house breathes. Whispers crawl under the floorboards. Mirrors show memories he never lived. And Helena— She's not asking him to leave. She's daring him to stay.

She thought she was healed. Strong. Self-aware. But somewhere between romantic exits and curated resilience, she realizes—she’s been performing a version of herself she thought was lovable. Unlabeled Red Flag follows the quiet undoing of a woman who’s been praised for her clarity but punished for her need. Through a series of intense relationships—each one revealing a different mirror—she confronts not only the men who couldn’t stay, but also the parts of herself she kept hidden. From trauma-informed conversations to wordless goodbyes in foreign cities, she begins to ask the questions she spent years avoiding: Who am I without the armor? And what does it mean to love without needing to be impressive? Told in lyrical, emotionally charged prose, this novel is both a love story and a self-reckoning. A reminder that not all red flags are loud—and sometimes, the hardest person to face is the one in the mirror.

A boy without a past. A world without truth. A reflection that doesn’t want to stay in the mirror. Kael never asked to be special. He was just trying to coast through school, avoid social interaction, and maybe pass algebra. But the moment his reflection stopped following him, everything fractured—literally. Now the world is glitching. People are whispering his name in their sleep. And strangers across the globe are seeing his face... in their minds. Dragged underground by a secret group known as the Disconnected, Kael finds out he’s something called an Echo-Born—a being tied to the truth behind reality itself. The only problem? He has no idea what that means. Worse, a cult obsessed with the Mirror Realm believes Kael is the key to tearing down the lie that is Earth. Some want to worship him. Others want to erase him. And Kael? He just wants a break. But when the reflection starts talking back—and remembering things Kael never lived—he realizes he might not be who he thought he was. Or even what.

A mirror hidden deep in the woods that doesn't belong is found. A Girl and a Boy from two alternative realities. That mirror is from a reality that perished long ago. Those chosen can go through multiple realities. But there are billions and there are only two that belong to them. The mirror is also very dangerous and needs to be hidden so one else accidentally slips out of their reality. They set off on a mission home, and to potentially save the world. Many worlds.

A teenage boy finds himself stuck between two worlds-his past and his uncertain future. He's not homesick or broken. He's just... lost. As he navigates a quiet life, where nothing feels right, he begins questioning everything: what life is, why we live, and how we're supposed to survive in a world that doesn't make sense. Through silent hallways, lonely park benches, and disconnected classrooms, he searches not just for meaning-but for someone who understands. A reflective, slow-burn light novel exploring identity, isolation, and the quiet thoughts most of us keep buried.

The officer Zhou Ping'an, who had recently graduated, by chance obtained a Broken Mirror that could traverse the Different World. Since then, the sky had been the limit for the birds to soar, and the vast ocean a stage for the fish to leap…

The System was sealed a decade ago. Or so the world believed. In the city of Mistport, ten-year-old Raine starts seeing things in mirrors—cracks, fog, and a woman who smiles with broken teeth. His father, Nathan Fielding, is the mayor and the last man to face the Veil realm. But when forbidden Mist energy begins to surface across the city, he realizes the truth: The System never shut down. It was waiting. Now, Luna—a rogue smuggler with her own haunted past—crosses into Nathan’s life again, carrying more than secrets. She holds a code that could restart everything the world tried to forget. When reality begins to glitch, the System awakens. And it chooses a new Candidate. * Hidden powers * Secret bloodlines * A living System * Enemies-to-lovers romance * A city caught between order and magic Will Nathan sacrifice everything to protect his son—or let the System rewrite their fate? *Mist & Mirror* is a slow-burn fantasy romance with high stakes, powerful emotions, and a system that watches every move.

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She rejected the prince. Then she found out she died for him—centuries ago. Elira’s life changes the moment her mirror cracks… and opens a door to another world. A cursed kingdom trapped in time. A cold prince bound by blood and regret. And a past life she never knew she lived. As forgotten memories awaken and shadows whisper truths, Elira must face the cruel fate she once escaped. But love in this world is dangerous. Especially when you were murdered in your last one. A haunting fantasy of cursed royalty, reincarnated souls, and a love that refuses to die. Can she break the curse — or become part of it forever?

Around 504 years ago, during the Fall of the Aztec Empire, a catastrophic event occurred after "God" accidentally spilled a cup. This accidental spill released water that created a large pond. It is said that if a pregnant woman swims in this pond, her child will be granted special powers. The extent of these powers appears to depend on how much exposure the mother has to the water. While some individuals choose to use these abilities for good, others may exploit them for harmful purposes. Now, let's meet Lucy, whose only ability is to see the future. Available on: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/747433 I will be posting this story under that account.

"Thank you. Well, now that I've managed to ruin breakfast," Lyra began, attempting a sheepish smile. "Apologies for that, by the way…" She tilted her head slightly, trying to come across as both remorseful and adorable. Elias didn't miss a beat. "Oh, you apologise in your world? I thought it was a foreign concept to you." Lyra raised an eyebrow. "Uh… am I missing something? Am I supposed to owe you any other apology aside from this?" She gestured dramatically at the battlefield formerly known as the breakfast table. "I guess we can consider bumping into a man while stark naked the norm in your world, then?" Lyra's jaw dropped in outrage, and she immediately slapped her palm to the table. "Bumping? You bumped into me! You were in the room without knocking!!! You wanted to see me naked!!!" "Oh, speak a little bit louder," he said in a low, venomously sarcastic tone. "I don't think the entire castle heard you. Please, by all means—broadcast to the staff, the kitchen, the stables—that you, an unmarried lady… yes?... were alone in a room with a bachelor. Oh wait, naked!" He leaned in with a smirk. "That's not the scandal of the century. So go on… speak even louder. Maybe the bards will write a song about it." Lyra narrowed her eyes at him. "You're an asshole," she said.  "You're a constipated… sad… pompous… asshole!!! You know that?" she shot back, rising to her feet. Thaddeus, who had quietly been trying to clean up the spill without being noticed, froze in place. How is it that anyone could speak to the prince this way? And get away with it. Even Lady Lirae, whom he was head over heels in love with wouldn't dare. "I wouldn't know…" Elias said, his lips twitching into a devilish smirk. "I have never peeked into an ass's hole before. Apparently, you have, seeing how you're being quite graphic. Tell me, Miss Lyra… what else did you find in there?" ***** Trapped in another world, where carriages are ridden instead of Ubers, Lily is apparently the doppelgänger of a missing/dead noblewoman. She meets the brooding, annoyingly handsome prince- Elias who is constantly amazed at how improper she is. But when Lyra finds out that Elias was on trial for the disappearance of her doppelganger. She is frightened into desperately finding a way out of the Cursed Terra Lucida. Elias offers her a deal, if she can pretend to be Lirae until he can find out what happened to her, then he would help her find her way back to her world. And so it begins, a fake engagement, a rushed wedding and the unravelling of a plot so evil, it would shake the entire Terra Lucida. WARNING; includes very sexy and steamy detailing.

2067 New York University. Bree Daniels just wanted a fresh start-new city, new school, new life. But when her mysterious roommate Ashley introduces her to a strange inner circle secretly called BLUEBLOODS, Bree's life spirals into something darker than she ever imagined. There's Alejandro-the dangerously calm guy who claimed to be her GUARDIAN but lives with secrets behind his stormy gaze. Inhumanly beautiful that slowly begins to steal Bree's mortal heart. There's Ashley-charming, perfect... and hiding a legacy soaked in blood. And then there are the other Bluebloods-humans with powerful, untouchable blood that could destroy every vampire that dares to taste it. Humans with paranormal abilities. But Bree isn't just caught in their world. She might be the key to it. A forgotten bloodline. An ancient prophecy bound by her hair and death. A deadly bargain made centuries ago. And when your doppelgänger is your powerful and starved enemy, how do you survive.... yourself? And will Alejandro be able to keep his Bree safe till the end?